Today in News History
On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1579, Sir Francis Drake claims a land he calls Nova Albion (modern California) for England. In 1775, American Revolutionary War: Colonists inflict heavy casualties on British forces while losing the Battle of Bunker Hill. In 1922, John Amis, English journalist and critic (died 2013) was born. In 1929, The town of Murchison, New Zealand is rocked by a 7.8 magnitude earthquake killing 17. At the time it was New Zealand's worst natural disaster. In 1929, Bud Collins, American journalist and sportscaster (died 2016) was born. In 1932, Derek Ibbotson, English runner (died 2017) was born. In 1968, Steve Georgallis, Australian rugby league player and coach was born. In 1969, Geoff Toovey, Australian rugby league player and coach was born. In 1990, Josh Mansour, Australian rugby league player was born. In 2015, John David Crow, American football player and coach (born 1935) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Gus weighs in on 'terrible' NSW loss
Former NSW coach Phil Gould speaks after the side's 44-24 loss to Queensland.
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