Today in News History

On July 5, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 936, Xu Ji, Chinese official and chancellor passed away. In 1943, World War II: German forces begin a massive offensive against the Soviet Union at the Battle of Kursk, also known as Operation Citadel. In 1943, World War II: An Allied invasion fleet sails for Sicily (Operation Husky, July 10, 1943). In 1950, Korean War: Task Force Smith: American and North Korean forces first clash, in the Battle of Osan. In 1971, Derek McInnes, Scottish footballer and manager was born. In 1979, Stiliyan Petrov, Bulgarian footballer and manager was born. In 1988, Samir Ujkani, Albanian footballer was born. In 1993, Yaroslav Kosov, Russian ice hockey player was born. In 2003, The World Health Organization announces that the 2002-2004 SARS outbreak has been contained. In 2006, North Korea tests four short-range missiles, one medium-range missile and a long-range Taepodong-2. The long-range Taepodong-2 reportedly fails in mid-air over the Sea of Japan. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.