Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1484, Mino da Fiesole, Italian sculptor (born c. 1429) passed away. In 1914, The US Navy launches the USS Nevada (BB-36) as its first standard-type battleship. In 1916, Gough Whitlam, Australian lieutenant, lawyer, and politician, 21st Prime Minister of Australia (died 2014) was born. In 1919, The eight-hour day and free Sunday become law for workers in the Netherlands. In 1920, In the East Prussian plebiscite the local populace decides to remain with Weimar Germany. In 1930, Ezra Vogel, American sociologist (died 2020) was born. In 1931, Dick Gray, American baseball player (died 2013) was born. In 1941, The Northern Rhodesian Labour Party holds its first congress in Nkana. In 1944, Michael Levy, Baron Levy, English philanthropist was born. In 1956, Sela Ward, American actress was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
A new bill calls for $25 minimum wage. Here's where that isn't 'sufficient'
Narrative Analysis: Plain Folks
While it's way more than the current federal minimum wage, data shows it may not be enough for some.
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Off The Press
· Jun 26, 2026
Senate Democrats push $25 minimum wage plan
Senate Democrats moved June 25 to propose more than tripling the current federal minimum wage, introducing legislation that would raise it to 25 an hour over the next five years. The “Living Wage for All Act,” led by Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Connecticut, would phase in the increase based on company size and eliminate the tipped []...Click to read more
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· Jun 27, 2026
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· Jun 21, 2026
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New Tax Stupidity: Will the Last Productive Person to Leave California Please Turn Out the Lights?
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· Jun 25, 2026
What the dates printed on your food actually mean
A new bill in California is set to make it more clear. But if you don't live in California, here's what you need to know.
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· Jun 28, 2026
5 flat-broke cartoons about the affordable housing bill
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Related coverage for "A new bill calls for $25 minimum wage. Here's where that isn't 'sufficient'": Off The Press — Senate Democrats push $25 minimum wage plan. Seeking Alpha — Wall Street Lunch: June Payrolls Miss Estimates, Jobless Rate Dips. Hot Air — Minimum Wage Fail. RedState — New Tax Stupidity: Will the Last Productive Person to Leave California Please Turn Out the Lights?. The Hill — What the dates printed on your food actually mean. The Week — 5 flat-broke cartoons about the affordable housing bill