Today in News History
On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1914, E. G. Marshall, American actor (died 1998) was born. In 1926, Allan Sandage, American astronomer and cosmologist (died 2010) was born. In 1948, Sherry Turkle, American academic, psychologist, and sociologist was born. In 1971, Nigel Owens, Welsh rugby referee and TV presenter was born. In 1972, Staines air disaster: One hundred eighteen people are killed when a BEA H.S. Trident crashes minutes after takeoff from London's Heathrow Airport. In 1981, Scooter Braun, American music executive was born. In 1984, Alan Berg, American lawyer and radio host (born 1934) passed away. In 1994, Sean McMahon, Australian rugby player was born. In 1994, The Troubles: Members of the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) attack a crowded pub with assault rifles in Loughinisland, Northern Ireland. Six Catholic civilians are killed and five wounded. It was crowded with people watching the 1994 FIFA World Cup. In 2015, Phil Austin, American comedian, actor, and screenwriter (born 1941) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
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