Today in News History

On July 8, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1908, Louis Jordan, American singer-songwriter, saxophonist, and actor (died 1975) was born. In 1924, Johnnie Johnson, American pianist and songwriter (died 2005) was born. In 1925, Dominique Nohain, French actor, screenwriter and director (died 2017) was born. In 1926, John Dingell, American lieutenant and politician (died 2019) was born. In 1935, Steve Lawrence, American actor and singer (died 2024) was born. In 1940, Joe B. Mauldin, American bass player and songwriter (died 2015) was born. In 1961, Toby Keith, American singer-songwriter, producer, and actor (died 2024) was born. In 1988, The Island Express train travelling from Bangalore to Kanyakumari derails on the Peruman bridge and falls into Ashtamudi Lake, Kerala in India killing 105 passengers and injuring over 200 more. In 2012, Ernest Borgnine, American actor (born 1917) passed away. In 2013, Edmund Morgan, American historian and author (born 1916) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Dwayne Johnson on bringing Maui to life

Associated Press

July 8, 2026

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Dwayne Johnson admits that physically playing Maui gave him a deeper connection to the role's inspiration. #moana #maui #dwaynejohnson

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