Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1470, The Ottomans capture Euboea. In 1536, Desiderius Erasmus, Dutch priest and philosopher (born 1466) passed away. In 1562, Fray Diego de Landa, acting Bishop of Yucatán, burns the sacred idols and books of the Maya. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1928, Alastair Burnet, English journalist (died 2012) was born. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 1975, São Tomé and Príncipe declare independence from Portugal. In 1981, Pradeepan Raveendran, Sri Lankan director, producer, and screenwriter was born. In 1990, Bebé, Portuguese footballer was born. In 1991, Salih Dursun, Turkish footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.