Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1902, Vic Armbruster, Australian rugby league footballer (died 1984) was born. In 1924, Faidon Matthaiou, Greek basketball player and coach (died 2011) was born. In 1956, John Hayes, Australian politician, 25th Premier of Tasmania (born 1868) passed away. In 1971, The Australian Aboriginal flag is flown for the first time. In 1979, The island nation of Kiribati becomes independent from the United Kingdom. In 1984, Sami Zayn, Canadian professional wrestler was born. In 1995, Evania Pelite, Australian rugby union player was born. In 2001, Kaylee McKeown, Australian swimmer was born. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
As it happened: Australia 31 Ireland 33, Nations Championship
Relive all the action as it happened in Sydney.
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TheJournal.ie
· Jul 4, 2026
LIVE: Australia v Ireland, Nations Championship
Follow all the action as it happens in Sydney.
RTÉ News
· Jul 11, 2026
Nations Championship: Japan v Ireland recap
Ireland defeat Japan 36-20 in their second Nations Championship game.
Irish News
· Jun 21, 2026
All-Ireland SFC quarter-final draw details: When is it happening and who can get who?
Just eight teams remain in the race for the Sam Maguire
The Economic Times
· Jun 26, 2026
Australia reach FIFA World Cup knockouts
Australia reach FIFA World Cup knockouts
Brisbane Times
· Jun 26, 2026
Socceroos through to World Cup knockout stage with the sweetest scoreless draw
For just the third time, Australia are through to the knockout stage of a World Cup following their draw with Paraguay.
NBC News
· Jul 3, 2026
La hinchada enloquece con el autogol de Hany y Australia lo empata en Dallas
Australia pone en igualdad el marcador y los aficionados mantienen la esperanza de avanzar a los octavos de final. El ganador de este encuentro enfrentará a Argentina o Cabo Verde.
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Related coverage for "As it happened: Australia 31 Ireland 33, Nations Championship": TheJournal.ie — LIVE: Australia v Ireland, Nations Championship. RTÉ News — Nations Championship: Japan v Ireland recap. Irish News — All-Ireland SFC quarter-final draw details: When is it happening and who can get who?. The Economic Times — Australia reach FIFA World Cup knockouts . Brisbane Times — Socceroos through to World Cup knockout stage with the sweetest scoreless draw. NBC News — La hinchada enloquece con el autogol de Hany y Australia lo empata en Dallas