Today in News History
On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 656, Ali becomes Caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate. In 1815, Thomas Picton, Welsh-English general and politician (born 1758) passed away. In 1921, Abdul Awwal Jaunpuri, Indian Islamic scholar and author (born 1867) passed away. In 1946, Russell Ash, English journalist and author (died 2010) was born. In 1953, The Egyptian revolution of 1952 ends with the overthrow of the Muhammad Ali dynasty and the declaration of the Republic of Egypt. In 1979, SALT II is signed by the United States and the Soviet Union. In 1987, Moeen Ali, English cricketer was born. In 1994, Sean McMahon, Australian rugby player was born. In 1996, Alen Halilović, Croatian footballer was born. In 2005, Mushtaq Ali, Indian cricketer (born 1914) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
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