Today in News History
On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1757, George Vancouver, English lieutenant and explorer (died 1798). was born. In 1887, Julian Huxley, English biologist and academic (died 1975) was born. In 1888, Harold Hitz Burton, American lawyer and politician, 45th Mayor of Cleveland (died 1964) was born. In 1940, Hubert Chesshyre, English historian and author (died 2020) was born. In 1943, Brit Hume, American journalist and author was born. In 1945, Isamu Chō, Japanese general (born 1895) passed away. In 1962, Stephen Chow, Hong Kong actor, director, producer, and screenwriter was born. In 1980, Joseph Cohen, British solicitor, property developer, cinema magnate and Jewish community leader (born 1889) passed away. In 1984, Virgin Atlantic launches with its first flight from London to Newark. In 2017, Quett Masire, Botswanan politician (born 1926) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Analysis: Everything points to Burnham becoming PM within weeks

If no leadership contest presents itself, Andy Burnham may not have to wait until September to enter Number 10.
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