Today in News History

On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1913, Sylvia Porter, American economist and journalist (died 1991) was born. In 1934, Barack Obama Sr., Kenyan economist (died 1982) was born. In 1939, Brooks Firestone, American businessman and politician was born. In 1951, Mohammed Al-Sager, Kuwaiti journalist and politician was born. In 1969, Christopher Largen, American journalist and author (died 2012) was born. In 1970, Katie Derham, English journalist was born. In 2007, The Charleston Sofa Super Store fire happened in Charleston, South Carolina, killing nine firefighters. In 2012, William Van Regenmorter, American businessman and politician (born 1939) passed away. In 2012, Alketas Panagoulias, Greek footballer and manager (born 1934) passed away. In 2013, Michael Hastings, American journalist and author (born 1980) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.