A quick look back at a small but unmistakable moment from Spring 1999.
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Bright new day. Early riser. Warm out there today in New York. Today's high will be 90ºF. So find a way to stay cool. Today: nice and clear with one puffy cloud. Likely 84ºF and some passing clouds tomorrow. The Locarno Film Festival and Edinburgh Festival Fringe continue. Read More
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