Today in News History

On July 7, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1924, Eddie Romero, Filipino director, producer, and screenwriter (died 2013) was born. In 1962, Alitalia Flight 771 crashes in Junnar, Maharashtra, India, killing 94 people. In 1976, Bérénice Bejo, Argentinian-French actress was born. In 1979, Ibrahim Sulayman Muhammad Arbaysh, Saudi Arabian terrorist (died 2015) was born. In 1980, During the Lebanese Civil War, 83 Tiger militants are killed during what will be known as the Safra massacre. In 1982, Asia O'Hara, American drag performer was born. In 1986, Udo Schwarz, German rugby player was born. In 1990, Pascal Stöger, Austrian footballer was born. In 2005, A series of four explosions occurs on London's transport system, killing 56 people, including four suicide bombers, and injuring over 700 others. In 2014, Alfredo Di Stéfano, Argentinian-Spanish footballer and coach (born 1926) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.