Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1302, Battle of the Golden Spurs (Guldensporenslag in Dutch): A coalition around the Flemish cities defeats the king of France's royal army. In 1903, Sidney Franklin, American bullfighter (died 1976) was born. In 1928, Bobo Olson, American boxer (died 2002) was born. In 1963, Al MacInnis, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1965, Ernesto Hoost, Dutch kick-boxer and sportscaster was born. In 1980, Kevin Powers, American soldier and author was born. In 1984, Joe Pavelski, American ice hockey player was born. In 2009, Arturo Gatti, Italian-Canadian boxer (born 1972) passed away. In 2015, Satoru Iwata, Japanese game programmer and businessman (born 1959) passed away. In 2017, Jim Wong-Chu, Canadian poet (born 1949) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
6 Joke Characters In Fighting Games Who Were Legitimately Over-Powered
Courtesy of Capcom On many rosters in Fighting Games, a “joke” character is a fighter who is meant to be seen as someone weaker than the rest of the cast, sometimes laughably so. Ridiculous moves that border on pure slapstick or pale imitations of respected fighters are prime examples of a joke character players can control. However, while []
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Third Eye Comics
· Jul 3, 2026
Now Playing at Third Eye for 7/3/26!!
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· Jul 7, 2026
Every Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Fan Vote DLC Character, Ranked
Courtesy of Skydance Games The Year 1 Pass for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game adds five new characters to the fast-paced, 2D animated title taking the fighitng game genre by storm. With its pre-order beta now live, many players are falling in love with this game’s characters, not only for how they reference Avatar: The Last Airbender and Avatar: []
Fox News
· Jun 22, 2026
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Rock Paper Shotgun
· Jun 25, 2026
Punch a buff frog and try not to let it hit you back with its massive tongue in the frenetic BREKEKEKEX
There's nothing I revel in more than a game with a simple concept and committing to it as fully as possible. So, here's BREKEKEKEX, a stylish action/3D brawler that pits you against frogs, cultists, guys on hogs, guys with buckets on their heads, and worse. It is mouthwateringly ridiculous; in what world does a Dragon Ball arena fighter where you fight frogs somehow pass as a good pitch? My one, at the very least. Read more
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· Jun 23, 2026
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Related coverage for "6 Joke Characters In Fighting Games Who Were Legitimately Over-Powered": Third Eye Comics — Now Playing at Third Eye for 7/3/26!!. ComicBook.com — Every Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Fan Vote DLC Character, Ranked. Fox News — Sports cartoons of the day. Rock Paper Shotgun — Punch a buff frog and try not to let it hit you back with its massive tongue in the frenetic BREKEKEKEX. DualShockers — 10 Fighting Games Where the World Feels Bigger the More You Learn About It. The Beat — Interview: John Layman and Rob Guillory reunite for GHOST BRAWLER