Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1468, Juan del Encina, Spanish poet, playwright, and composer (probable; (died 1530) was born. In 1939, Phillip Adams, Australian journalist and producer was born. In 1944, Delia Ephron, American author, playwright, and screenwriter was born. In 1948, Ben Burtt, American director, screenwriter, and sound designer was born. In 1967, Bruny Surin, Canadian sprinter was born. In 1993, Dan Eldon, English photographer and journalist (born 1970) passed away. In 1994, Eila Campbell, English geographer and cartographer (born 1915) passed away. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2013, Six people are killed and 200 injured in a French passenger train derailment in Brétigny-sur-Orge. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.