Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1807, Thomas Hawksley, English engineer and academic (died 1893) was born. In 1928, Alastair Burnet, English journalist (died 2012) was born. In 1931, Eric Ives, English historian and academic (died 2012) was born. In 1947, Gareth Edwards, Welsh rugby player and sportscaster was born. In 1959, David Brown, Australian meteorologist was born. In 1959, Karl J. Friston, English psychiatrist and neuroscientist was born. In 1966, Annabel Croft, English tennis player and sportscaster was born. In 1977, Neil Harris, English footballer and manager was born. In 1992, Caroline Pafford Miller, American journalist and author (born 1903) passed away. In 2013, Alan Whicker, Egyptian-English journalist (born 1921) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Gary Barlow’s Take That statement made me confront an uncomfortable truth
I realised just how quickly Take That have grown older, and how quickly I have watching them.
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Metro
· Jul 9, 2026
Nicola is stunned by Lewis’ decision in Emmerdale – and he may regret it
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· Jul 6, 2026
England star Elliot Anderson reveals his emotional struggle at the World Cup after his mum died just before the tournament
England star Elliot Anderson reveals his emotional struggle at the World Cup after his mum died just before the tournament
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· Jul 6, 2026
Skerries 100 organisers 'shocked' by fatal crash that claimed life of 'experienced and respected' Cork rider John O'Donovan
The organisers of the Skerries 100 road races have expressed ‘shock and sadness’ following the death of Cork rider John O’Donovan following a crash on Sunday.
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· Jul 8, 2026
Conor McGregor 'in fluctuating state' as UFC fans told to 'expect anything'
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· Jun 29, 2026
Maddy Cusack’s father tells inquest she was dismayed at Sheffield United manager’s return
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Never-before-seen photo of Princess Diana leaves fans in tears
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Related coverage for "Gary Barlow’s Take That statement made me confront an uncomfortable truth": Metro — Nicola is stunned by Lewis’ decision in Emmerdale – and he may regret it. Football | Mail Online — England star Elliot Anderson reveals his emotional struggle at the World Cup after his mum died just before the tournament. The News Letter — Skerries 100 organisers 'shocked' by fatal crash that claimed life of 'experienced and respected' Cork rider John O'Donovan. Irish Star — Conor McGregor 'in fluctuating state' as UFC fans told to 'expect anything'. Football | The Guardian — Maddy Cusack’s father tells inquest she was dismayed at Sheffield United manager’s return. Hello Magazine — Never-before-seen photo of Princess Diana leaves fans in tears