Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1919, The eight-hour day and free Sunday become law for workers in the Netherlands. In 1921, A truce in the Irish War of Independence comes into effect. In 1924, César Lattes, Brazilian physicist and academic (died 2005) was born. In 1930, Trevor Storer, English businessman, founded Pukka Pies (died 2013) was born. In 1935, Oliver Napier, Northern Irish lawyer and politician (died 2011) was born. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1960, France legislates for the independence of Dahomey (later Benin), Upper Volta (later Burkina Faso) and Niger. In 1974, Alanas Chošnau, Lithuanian singer-songwriter was born. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
EU turning into ‘banana republic’ – Durov
Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov has called the EU a “banana republic” after the European Parliament OK’d a controversial ‘Chat Control’ law Read Full Article at RT.com
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DW News
· Jul 9, 2026
Why Europe wants a digital euro | DW News
The digital euro is one step closer to reality after winning a key vote in the European Parliament today. It's not just about making payments easier. EU leaders see the digital currency as a way to reduce Europe’s dependence on American payment giants like Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay and Google Pay. #europe #euro #digitalpayments #cash #dwbusiness For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
Voice of Nigeria
· Jul 3, 2026
Nigeria Shifts Focus from Economic Reforms to Inclusive Growth
The Nigerian government says the country has successfully navigated the most difficult phase of its economic reforms and is now focused on accelerating broad-based and inclusive growth that delivers tangible benefits to citizens and businesses. At the Nigeria Employers’ Summit 2026 in Abuja, the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, [] The post Nigeria Shifts Focus from Economic Reforms to Inclusive Growth appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
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· Jun 24, 2026
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Related coverage for "EU turning into ‘banana republic’ – Durov": DW News — Why Europe wants a digital euro | DW News. Voice of Nigeria — Nigeria Shifts Focus from Economic Reforms to Inclusive Growth. Eunews — The EU and Benin strengthen their partnership: the focus is on innovation, development, and sustainable finance. YNaija — Why Lagos Is the Best Place to Be as a Nigerian Creative This Weekend. Daily Post Nigeria — Desperados Blog Story: The Beer With The Latin Vibe and the New Generation Culture