· THAT DAY · MAY 18, 2005 · NO. 21 ·
May 18, 2005
Wednesday · 21 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
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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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Weather in New York
67°F
Partly Cloudy
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- Low
- 47°F
- Humidity
- 56%
- Wind
- 13 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Hollaback Girl
Gwen Stefani
Hollaback Girl
Gwen Stefani
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Academy Award (2005)
The Departed
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Kingdom of Heaven
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Madagascar
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Constantine
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Yuya Osako
Japanese footballer (born 1990)
Alina Zagitova
Russian figure skater (born 2002)
Ryan Sessegnon
English footballer (born 2000)
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2005
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A day worth remembering ✦
May 18, 2005
Wed · 67°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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