· THAT DAY · AUGUST 10, 2008 · NO. 17 ·
August 10, 2008
Sunday · 17 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.
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The New York Times — AUGUST 10, 2008
Having already caused severe flooding in the Philippines, Typhoon Lekima made landfall in Zhejiang, China, killing 45 people in the province.2019
Weather in New York
82°F
Rainy
- High
- 82°F
- Low
- 63°F
- Humidity
- 70%
- Wind
- 16 km/h
Music
Movies
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The Dark Knight
Academy Award (2008)
The Hurt Locker
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The Babysitters
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WALL·E
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Iron Man
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