· THAT DAY · MARCH 5, 2002 · NO. 24 ·
March 5, 2002
Tuesday · 24 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
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The alliance announced new restrictions on aid to refugees streaming across the borders. Officials cautioned that humanitarian assistance.
Microsoft trial enters second week as prosecutors detail evidence of monopolistic practices.
Local officials report broad consensus on appropriations measure; committee meets later this week to reconcile differences.
Technology shares led the broader market higher as investors poured cash into Internet stocks. Analysts predict continued growth.
Wall Street closes at record highs for seventh consecutive trading session.
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The New York Times — MARCH 5, 2002
The 2023 Estonian parliamentary election is held, with two centre-right liberal parties gaining an absolute majority for the first time.2023
Weather in New York
35°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 35°F
- Low
- 20°F
- Humidity
- 36%
- Wind
- 21 km/h
Music
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Always On Time
Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti
Always On Time
Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti
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Movies
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Academy Award (2002)
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
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Secretary
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Irreversible
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Spider-Man
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