Today in News History
On June 20, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1921, Workers of Buckingham and Carnatic Mills in the city of Chennai, India, begin a four-month strike. In 1943, The Detroit race riot breaks out and continues for three more days. In 1944, The experimental MW 18014 V-2 rocket reaches an altitude of 176 km, becoming the first man-made object to reach outer space. In 1944, World War II: During the Continuation War, the Soviet Union demands unconditional surrender from Finland during the beginning of partially successful Vyborg-Petrozavodsk Offensive. The Finnish government refuses. In 1959, A rare June hurricane strikes Canada's Gulf of St. Lawrence killing 35. In 1960, The Mali Federation gains independence from France (it later splits into Mali and Senegal). In 1964, Pierfrancesco Chili, Italian motorcycle racer was born. In 1973, Aeroméxico Flight 229 crashes on approach to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport, killing all 27 people on board. In 1973, Snipers fire upon left-wing Peronists in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in what is known as the Ezeiza massacre. At least 13 are killed and more than 300 are injured. In 1987, Joseph Ebuya, Kenyan runner was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Fuel excise cut extended for another month – but there’s a catch
A major change to petrol and diesel discounts is coming in July after the US-Iran peace deal raised hopes for price relief at the pump.
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