Today in News History

On July 2, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 866, Battle of Brissarthe: The Franks led by Robert the Strong are defeated by a joint Breton-Viking army. In 1927, James Mackay, Baron Mackay of Clashfern, Scottish lawyer and politician, Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain was born. In 1955, Kim Carr, Australian educator and politician, 31st Australian Minister for Human Services was born. In 1964, Alan Tait, English-Scottish rugby player and coach was born. In 1966, France conducts its first nuclear weapon test in the Pacific, on Moruroa Atoll. In 1969, Tim Rodber, English rugby player was born. In 1971, Bryan Redpath, Scottish rugby player and coach was born. In 1990, Bill Tupou, New Zealand rugby league player was born. In 1995, Ryan Murphy, American swimmer was born. In 2000, Joey Dunlop, Northern Irish motorcycle racer (born 1952) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Australia and Ireland agree on one thing: the Wallabies can beat the Irish

Brisbane Times

July 2, 2026

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Australia and Ireland agree on one thing: the Wallabies can beat the Irish

Andy Farrell has coached against the Wallabies more than any other over the last two years, with the Lions and Ireland. And he is a big fan.

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