Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1812, France declares war on Russia, starting Napoleon's invasion. In 1893, The Royal Navy battleship HMS Camperdown accidentally rams the British Mediterranean Fleet flagship HMS Victoria which sinks taking 358 crew with her, including the fleet's commander, Vice-Admiral Sir George Tryon. In 1907, The London Underground's Charing Cross, Euston and Hampstead Railway opens. In 1940, World War II: France is forced to sign the Second Compiègne armistice with Germany, in the same railroad car in which the Germans signed the Armistice in 1918. In 1941, World War II: Nazi Germany invades the Soviet Union in Operation Barbarossa. In 1944, World War II: Opening day of the Soviet Union's Operation Bagration against the Army Group Centre. In 1945, World War II: The Battle of Okinawa comes to an end with an American flag-raising ceremony. In 1969, Judy Garland, American actress and singer (born 1922) passed away. In 1969, The Cuyahoga River catches fire in Cleveland, Ohio, drawing national attention to water pollution, and spurring the passing of the Clean Water Act and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency. In 1979, Louis Chiron, Monégasque race car driver (born 1899) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Fuel prices set for big rollback on June 23

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June 22, 2026

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Fuel prices set for big rollback on June 23

The price cuts will offer motorists some breathing room, though pump prices are still higher than before the Middle East conflict

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