Today in News History

On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1940, World War II: The Royal Navy attacks the French naval squadron in Algeria, to ensure that it will not fall under German control. Of the four French battleships present, one is sunk, two are damaged, and one escapes back to France. In 1941, Liamine Zéroual, Algerian politician, 4th President of Algeria was born. In 1944, World War II: The Minsk Offensive clears German troops from the city. In 1976, Bobby Skinstad, Zimbabwean-South African rugby union player was born. In 1976, Henry Olonga, Zimbabwean cricketer and sportscaster was born. In 1977, David Bowens, American football player was born. In 1988, The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge in Istanbul, Turkey is completed, providing the second connection between the continents of Europe and Asia over the Bosphorus. In 1990, Bobby Hopkinson, English footballer was born. In 1997, T. J. Hockenson, American football player was born. In 2014, Tim Flood, Irish hurler and coach (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

First Afcon, now World Cup - Senegal trapped in 'football hell'

BBC Sport

July 2, 2026

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First Afcon, now World Cup - Senegal trapped in 'football hell'

Senegal's nightmarish year continues, with a heart-breaking collapse against Belgium featuring late penalty drama which was remarkably similar to events in this year's chaotic Afcon final.

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