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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 981, Xue Juzheng, Chinese scholar-official and historian passed away. In 1909, Fritz Leonhardt, German engineer, designed Fernsehturm Stuttgart (died 1999) was born. In 1937, Robert McFarlane, American colonel and diplomat, 13th United States National Security Advisor (died 2022) was born. In 1948, Richard Simmons, American fitness trainer and actor (died 2024) was born. In 1952, Philip Taylor Kramer, American bass player (died 1995) was born. In 1958, J. D. Hayworth, American politician and radio host was born. In 1984, Gareth Gates, English singer-songwriter was born. In 1998, The Ulster Volunteer Force attacked a house in Ballymoney, County Antrim, Northern Ireland with a petrol bomb, killing the Quinn brothers. In 2002, Nico Williams, Spanish footballer was born. In 2008, Tony Snow, American journalist, 26th White House Press Secretary (born 1955) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Billionaire Leon Black to testify before House committee in Epstein probe
An investor who employed and was close to Jeffrey Epstein is scheduled to appear before members of Congress investigating the deceased sexual abuser. Billionaire Leon Black paid Epstein extraordinary sums that his spokespeople have said was for tax advice and estate planning. Earlier this month, Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon wrote to the House []...Click to read more
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The Japan Times
· Jun 24, 2026
Gates told Congress Epstein considered blackmailing him
In closed-door testimony this month, Gates disputed details that Epstein recorded in emails to himself regarding the Microsoft co-founder's extramarital affairs.
We The Media
· Jun 26, 2026
[Photo] Billionaire investor Leon Black, one of Epstein’s largest known clients, is appearing [...]
Billionaire investor Leon Black, one of Epstein’s largest known clients, is appearing before the House Oversight Committee today as lawmakers investigate Epstein’s network of wealth and influence.Black paid Epstein 158 million between 2012 and 2017 and is mentioned multiple times in DOJ-released Epstein files.
Knewz
· Jun 29, 2026
Billionaire Leon Black walks out of Epstein probe hearing, refuses to answer NDA questions as Congress issues subpoenas
Billionaire Leon Black is in the headlines after facing the congressional committee investigating the Jeffrey Epstein files and now, infamously storming out of the closed-door hearing. The House of Representatives Oversight Committee served the investor with two subpoenas to reveal information about nondisclosure agreements with the high-profile offender Epstein and his victims. He appeared before...
UPI
· Jun 26, 2026
Leon Black testifies to Congress about Epstein files
Leon Black testifies to Congress about Epstein files
The Daily Caller
· Jun 25, 2026
Bill Gates Claims Epstein Considered Blackmailing Him About Extramarital Affairs
'I should never have met with Epstein in the first place.'
MS NOW
· Jun 26, 2026
Comer subpoenas Leon Black, says he dodged questions about women tied to Epstein
House members wanted to ask whether Black signed secrecy deals with the women. The billionaire investor told lawmakers he knew nothing of Epstein’s crimes. The post Comer subpoenas Leon Black, says he dodged questions about women tied to Epstein appeared first on MS NOW.
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Related coverage for "Billionaire Leon Black to testify before House committee in Epstein probe": The Japan Times — Gates told Congress Epstein considered blackmailing him . We The Media — [Photo] Billionaire investor Leon Black, one of Epstein’s largest known clients, is appearing [...]. Knewz — Billionaire Leon Black walks out of Epstein probe hearing, refuses to answer NDA questions as Congress issues subpoenas. UPI — Leon Black testifies to Congress about Epstein files. The Daily Caller — Bill Gates Claims Epstein Considered Blackmailing Him About Extramarital Affairs. MS NOW — Comer subpoenas Leon Black, says he dodged questions about women tied to Epstein