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 1493, Hartmann Schedel's Nuremberg Chronicle, one of the best-documented early printed books, is published. In 1562, Fray Diego de Landa, acting Bishop of Yucatán, burns the sacred idols and books of the Maya. In 1962, Julio César Chávez, Mexican boxer was born. In 1970, Aure Atika, Portuguese-French actress, director, and screenwriter was born. In 1977, Marco Silva, Portuguese football manager was born. In 1985, Paulo Vitor Barreto, Brazilian footballer was born. In 1990, Bebé, Portuguese footballer was born. In 1990, João Saldanha, Brazilian footballer, manager, and journalist (born 1917) passed away. In 2000, Vinícius Júnior, Brazilian footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.