January 1, 2008
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
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.
- 2026: Bulgaria officially adopts the Euro, becoming the 21st Eurozone country.
- 2025: Fourteen people are killed and 57 others injured during a vehicle-ramming and shooting attack in New Orleans, Louisiana.
- 2024: A 7.5 Mww earthquake strikes the western coast of Japan, killing more than 500 people and injuring over 1,000 others. A majority of direct deaths were due to collapsed homes.
- 2024: Disney's copyright protection on Steamboat Willie and the original Mickey Mouse expires as they enter the public domain.
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- Humidity
- 79%
- Wind
- 24 km/h
The Dark Knight
The Hurt Locker
The Babysitters
Iron Man
WALL·E
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