Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1584, Steven Borough, English navigator and explorer (born 1525) passed away. In 1776, Captain James Cook begins his third voyage. In 1817, Henry David Thoreau, American essayist, poet, and philosopher (died 1862) was born. In 1917, Andrew Wyeth, American artist (died 2009) was born. In 1920, The Soviet-Lithuanian Peace Treaty is signed, by which Soviet Russia recognizes the independence of Lithuania. In 1955, Timothy Garton Ash, English historian and author was born. In 1975, São Tomé and Príncipe declare independence from Portugal. In 1979, The island nation of Kiribati becomes independent from the United Kingdom. In 2012, George C. Stoney, American director and producer (born 1916) passed away. In 2024, Bill Viola, American video and installation artist (born 1951) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
250 years of American independence: The birth and original sin of a new world
'America 250' (2/13). The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, still stands out for its audacity. The self-determination of a people, the consent of the governed, a commitment to shared principles of equality and the 'pursuit of happiness:' It was a revolution! And a great thirst for freedom, which nevertheless stopped at the chains of slaves.
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Argentina beat Switzerland to set up World Cup semifinal against England
[Photo] JUST IN: 🇦🇷 Argentina officially advances to the FIFA World Cup semifinal after defeat [...]
Argentina set up titanic World Cup semifinal against England with extra-time victory over Switzerland after Breel Embolo's embarrassing red card
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RedState
· Jun 29, 2026
Happy 250th Birthday, America: We Now Live Twice As Long As We Did in 1776
Happy 250th Birthday, America: We Now Live Twice As Long As We Did in 1776
Fox News
· Jul 4, 2026
MIKE PENCE: The next generation needs faith in God and confidence in the American ideal
As America celebrates its 250th birthday this Independence Day, a reflection on the Founders of 1776 and renewing the ideals of liberty today.
ScheerPost
· Jul 5, 2026
250 Years Of Lies, 500 Years Of Uprising
Struggle – La Lucha Reflection. The so-called “United States” is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. We, the first people of this land, do not have to look far to spot the hypocrisy of celebrating a document that calls our ancestors “Merciless Indian Savages.” Today, we witness a []
Washington Examiner
· Jul 7, 2026
Video: 250 years of America, in nine minutes
Last weekend, we celebrated 250 years of America, joyously commemorating our miraculous and inspired founding. Much has transpired since the signatories of the Declaration of Independence pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to create a new nation rooted in a grand and unprecedented experiment. Their courageous risk birthed the most successful country in the history []
Law & Liberty
· Jul 1, 2026
Intoning Our Independence
This Fourth of July, read the Declaration aloud.
DNyuz
· Jul 4, 2026
America’s Greatest Strength
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, many of us seem to have forgotten a primary reason for America’s great success. In 250 years, our country became the world’s political, economic, and technological leader and the preeminent military, democratic, and moral force. This collective amnesia comes at a time of rising global competition, burgeoning []
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Related coverage for "250 years of American independence: The birth and original sin of a new world": RedState — Happy 250th Birthday, America: We Now Live Twice As Long As We Did in 1776. Fox News — MIKE PENCE: The next generation needs faith in God and confidence in the American ideal. ScheerPost — 250 Years Of Lies, 500 Years Of Uprising. Washington Examiner — Video: 250 years of America, in nine minutes. Law & Liberty — Intoning Our Independence. DNyuz — America’s Greatest Strength