Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1908, Paul Runyan, American golfer and sportscaster (died 2002) was born. In 1913, Serbian forces begin their siege of the Bulgarian city of Vidin; the siege is later called off when the war ends. In 1938, Wieger Mensonides, Dutch swimmer was born. In 1956, Mario Soto, Dominican baseball player was born. In 1979, Nikos Barlos, Greek basketball player was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 1989, Nick Palmieri, American ice hockey player was born. In 2004, Betty Oliphant, English-Canadian ballerina, co-founded the National Ballet School of Canada (born 1918) passed away. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2008, Bobby Murcer, American baseball player, coach, and sportscaster (born 1946) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.