Today in News History
On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1839, William H. Seward Jr., American general and banker (died 1920) was born. In 1854, E. W. Scripps, American publisher, founded the E. W. Scripps Company (died 1926) was born. In 1887, Tancrède Labbé, Canadian businessman and politician (died 1956) was born. In 1887, The Reinsurance Treaty between Germany and Russia is signed. In 1939, Brooks Firestone, American businessman and politician was born. In 1948, Britain, France and the United States announce that on June 21, the Deutsche Mark will be introduced in western Germany and West Berlin. Over the next six days, Communists increasingly restrict access to Berlin. In 2007, The Charleston Sofa Super Store fire happened in Charleston, South Carolina, killing nine firefighters. In 2012, William Van Regenmorter, American businessman and politician (born 1939) passed away. In 2014, Claire Martin, Canadian author (born 1914) passed away. In 2015, Ralph J. Roberts, American businessman, co-founded Comcast (born 1920) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
‘Common sense prevails’: Small business and startups win CGT reprieve but risks remain
Labor has softened its CGT reforms after backlash from small business and start-ups, but founders say the reprieve still comes with risks.
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