Today in News History

On June 28, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1776, American Revolutionary War: Thomas Hickey, Continental Army private and bodyguard to General George Washington, is hanged for mutiny and sedition. In 1930, Jack Gold, English director and producer (died 2015) was born. In 1956, Amira Hass, Israeli journalist and author was born. In 1969, Tichina Arnold, American actress and singer was born. In 1970, Tom Merritt, American journalist was born. In 1971, Elon Musk, South African-born American entrepreneur was born. In 1981, Terry Fox, Canadian runner and activist (born 1958) passed away. In 1989, Joris Ivens, Dutch journalist, director, and producer (born 1898) passed away. In 1989, Markiplier, American internet personality was born. In 2009, Honduran president Manuel Zelaya is ousted by a local military coup following a failed request to hold a referendum to rewrite the Honduran Constitution. This was the start of the 2009 Honduran constitutional crisis. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.