Today in News History

On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1926, Tom Wicker, American journalist and author (died 2011) was born. In 1942, Roger Ebert, American journalist, critic, and screenwriter (died 2013) was born. In 1948, Britain, France and the United States announce that on June 21, the Deutsche Mark will be introduced in western Germany and West Berlin. Over the next six days, Communists increasingly restrict access to Berlin. In 1983, Space Shuttle program: STS-7, Astronaut Sally Ride becomes the first American woman in space. In 1986, Frances Scott Fitzgerald, American journalist (born 1921) passed away. In 1989, I. F. Stone, American journalist and author (born 1907) passed away. In 1994, Takeoff, American rapper (died 2022) was born. In 1994, The Troubles: Members of the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) attack a crowded pub with assault rifles in Loughinisland, Northern Ireland. Six Catholic civilians are killed and five wounded. It was crowded with people watching the 1994 FIFA World Cup. In 2012, Horacio Coppola, Argentinian photographer and director (born 1906) passed away. In 2018, Jimmy Wopo, American rapper (born 1997) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.