Today in News History
On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1579, Sir Francis Drake claims a land he calls Nova Albion (modern California) for England. In 1673, French explorers Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet reach the Mississippi River and become the first Europeans to make a detailed account of its course. In 1778, Gregory Blaxland, English-Australian explorer (died 1853) was born. In 1839, Lord William Bentinck, English general and politician, 14th Governor-General of India (born 1774) passed away. In 1843, The Wairau Affray, the first serious clash of arms between Māori and British settlers in the New Zealand Wars, takes place. In 1867, Henry Lawson, Australian poet and author (died 1922) was born. In 1956, Percival Perry, 1st Baron Perry, English businessman (born 1878) passed away. In 1990, Josh Mansour, Australian rugby league player was born. In 2011, Rex Mossop, Australian rugby player and sportscaster (born 1928) passed away. In 2013, Michael Baigent, New Zealand-English theorist and author (born 1948) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Bluey to be dubbed in Indigenous Australian language for first time
Five episodes will be dubbed into Yolŋu Matha, spoken by Yolŋu communities in north-east Arnhem Land, in Australia’s Northern Territory
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