Today in News History
On June 29, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1875, Ferdinand I of Austria (born 1793) passed away. In 1924, Philip H. Hoff, American politician (died 2018) was born. In 1962, Amanda Donohoe, English actress was born. In 1962, George D. Zamka, American colonel, pilot, and astronaut was born. In 1981, Russell Drysdale, English-Australian painter (born 1912) passed away. In 1982, O. J. Hogans, American sprinter was born. In 1986, Frank Wise, Australian politician, 16th Premier of Western Australia (born 1897) passed away. In 1993, Harrison Gilbertson, Australian actor was born. In 2001, Aaron Schoupp, Australian rugby league player was born. In 2006, Hamdan v. Rumsfeld: The U.S. Supreme Court rules that President George W. Bush's plan to try Guantanamo Bay detainees in military tribunals violates U.S. and international law. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Australian shares edge higher as US, Iran trade blows

The ASX200 was up 0.2 per cent at midday despite more tit-for-tat attacks between Iran and the United States that have threatened a fragile ceasefire.
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