Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1922, The Hollywood Bowl opens. In 1930, Mike Foster, American politician, 53rd Governor of Louisiana (died 2020) was born. In 1933, Frank Kelso, American admiral and politician, United States Secretary of the Navy (died 2013) was born. In 1941, Bill Boggs, American journalist and producer was born. In 1962, First transatlantic satellite television transmission. 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 1977, Brandon Short, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1983, A TAME airline Boeing 737-200 crashes near Cuenca, Ecuador, killing all 119 passengers and crew on board. In 1991, Nigeria Airways Flight 2120 crashes in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, killing all 261 passengers and crew on board. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.