Today in News History

On July 11, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1958, Hugo Sánchez, Mexican footballer, coach, and manager was born. In 1973, Varig Flight 820 crashes near Paris on approach to Orly Airport, killing 123 of the 134 on board. In response, the FAA bans smoking in airplane lavatories. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1986, Raúl García, Spanish footballer was born. In 1988, Étienne Capoue, French footballer was born. In 1990, Mona Barthel, German tennis player was born. In 1994, Lucas Ocampos, Argentinian footballer was born. In 2005, Jesús Iglesias, Argentinian racing driver (born 1922) passed away. In 2007, Alfonso López Michelsen, Colombian lawyer and politician, 32nd President of Colombia (born 1913) passed away. In 2009, Arturo Gatti, Italian-Canadian boxer (born 1972) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.