Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1561, Luis de Góngora, Spanish cleric and poet (died 1627) was born. In 1943, Massacres of Poles in Volhynia and Eastern Galicia by the Ukrainian Insurgent Army within the Reichskommissariat Ukraine (Volhynia) peak. In 1973, Varig Flight 820 crashes near Paris on approach to Orly Airport, killing 123 of the 134 on board. In response, the FAA bans smoking in airplane lavatories. In 1978, Los Alfaques disaster: A truck carrying liquid gas crashes and explodes at a coastal campsite in Tarragona, Spain killing 216 tourists. In 1983, A TAME airline Boeing 737-200 crashes near Cuenca, Ecuador, killing all 119 passengers and crew on board. In 1986, Raúl García, Spanish footballer was born. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2006, Mumbai train bombings: 209 people are killed in a series of bomb attacks in Mumbai, India. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. In 2011, Ninety-eight containers of explosives self-detonate killing 13 people in Zygi, Cyprus. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Deadly Wildfires Burn in Southern Spain
At least 11 people have been killed, and 19 others remain missing after wildfires swept through Los Gallardos in southern Spain, according to authorities. Videos shared on social media show flames engulfing parts of the area amid extreme wildfire conditions.
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The Rising Nepal
· Jul 11, 2026
11 die, 19 missing in Spain wildfire
Madrid, July 11: A wildfire in southern Spain killed at least 11 people overnight into Friday morning, making it one of...
Associated Press
· Jul 10, 2026
At least 11 people killed in wildfire in Spain amid soaring temperatures
A wildfire in southern Spain has killed at least 11 people, making it one of the country's deadliest on record, as soaring temperatures grip much of the country, authorities said early Friday. Several victims of the fire in Los Gallardos were found inside burnt-out vehicles, local media reported. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home
Euronews
· Jul 10, 2026
Spain wildfire near Almeria kills 11 and sparks major evacuations
Spain is battling a deadly wildfire in Los Gallardos, near Almeria, where at least 11 people had died by 10 July after flames swept through a semi-arid area near the Sierra de los Filabres.
Daily Sabah
· Jul 10, 2026
Spain wildfire leaves 12 dead as heatwave fuels deadly blaze
A fast-moving wildfire fueled by an intense heatwave tore through southern Spain's Almeria province, killing at least 12 people and becoming the deadliest wildfire ever record...
Sky News
· Jul 10, 2026
Wildfire kills at least 12 in southern Spain
Wildfire kills at least 12 in southern Spain
The Watchers
· Jul 10, 2026
Fast-moving wildfire near Los Gallardos kills at least 12 under extreme heat, Spain
A fast-moving wildfire near Los Gallardos in Almería, southern Spain, killed at least 11 people on July 9–10, 2026, injured eight, and left at least 19 people missing as crews worked through steep terrain, road closures, and extreme heat. Source
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Related coverage for "Deadly Wildfires Burn in Southern Spain": The Rising Nepal — 11 die, 19 missing in Spain wildfire. Associated Press — At least 11 people killed in wildfire in Spain amid soaring temperatures. Euronews — Spain wildfire near Almeria kills 11 and sparks major evacuations. Daily Sabah — Spain wildfire leaves 12 dead as heatwave fuels deadly blaze. Sky News — Wildfire kills at least 12 in southern Spain. The Watchers — Fast-moving wildfire near Los Gallardos kills at least 12 under extreme heat, Spain