Today in News History
On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1487, Battle of Stoke Field: King Henry VII of England defeats the leaders of a Yorkist rebellion in the final engagement of the Wars of the Roses. In 1666, Sir Richard Fanshawe, 1st Baronet, English poet and diplomat, English Ambassador to Spain (born 1608) passed away. In 1779, American Revolutionary War: Spain declares war on the Kingdom of Great Britain, and the Great Siege of Gibraltar begins. In 1824, A meeting at Old Slaughter's coffee house in London leads to the formation of what is now the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA). In 1871, The Universities Tests Act 1871 allows students to enter the universities of Oxford, Cambridge and Durham without religious tests (except for those intending to study theology). In 1927, Tom Graveney, English cricketer and sportscaster (died 2015) was born. In 1969, Mark Crossley, English-Welsh footballer and manager was born. In 1980, Henry Perenara, New Zealand rugby league player and referee was born. In 1999, Screaming Lord Sutch, English singer and activist (born 1940) passed away. In 2010, Bhutan becomes the first country to institute a total ban on tobacco. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
England flags could be confiscated from supporters attending World Cup opener
Hanging flags on LED advertising boards not allowedFifa sources cite ‘safety and security reasons’ for banEngland fans face having flags confiscated when they attend their opening game of the World Cup against Croatia at Dallas Stadium on Wednesday.The England Supporters Club (ESC) is understood to have been advised by stadium officials that fans will not be allowed to hang flags over the LED advertising boards that surround the pitch, with only small flags to be allowed into the ground, which must be hung on rails behind the goals. Continue reading...
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