Today in News History

On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1935, Police in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, clash with striking longshoremen, resulting in a total of 60 injuries and 24 arrests. In 1957, Miguel Ángel Lotina, Spanish footballer and manager was born. In 1966, Troy Kemp, Bahamian high jumper was born. In 1987, Omar Arellano, Mexican footballer was born. In 1990, Derek Stepan, American ice hockey player was born. In 1994, Sean McMahon, Australian rugby player was born. In 1994, The Troubles: Members of the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) attack a crowded pub with assault rifles in Loughinisland, Northern Ireland. Six Catholic civilians are killed and five wounded. It was crowded with people watching the 1994 FIFA World Cup. In 2007, The Charleston Sofa Super Store fire happened in Charleston, South Carolina, killing nine firefighters. In 2013, Alastair Donaldson, Scottish bass player (born 1955) passed away. In 2024, Yoyong Martirez, Filipino basketball player (born 1946) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.