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On June 21, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1585, Henry Percy, 8th Earl of Northumberland (born 1532) passed away. In 1946, Kate Hoey, Northern Irish-British academic and politician, Minister for Sport and the Olympics was born. In 1946, Brenda Holloway, American singer-songwriter was born. In 1950, Anne Carson, Canadian poet and academic was born. In 1950, Joey Kramer, American rock drummer and songwriter was born. In 1952, Patrick Dunleavy, English political scientist and academic was born. In 1982, Jussie Smollett, American actor and singer was born. In 1996, Tyrone May, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1998, Isabel Atkin, British-American freestyle skier was born. In 2000, Section 28 (of the Local Government Act 1988), outlawing the 'promotion' of homosexuality in the United Kingdom, is repealed in Scotland with a 99 to 17 vote. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Hampstead Heath swimming ponds warning issued as new heatwave hits

The Standard

June 21, 2026

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Hampstead Heath swimming ponds warning issued as new heatwave hits

Fights broke out at the Parliament Hill Fields Lido and crowds of people entered non-swimming ponds during last month’s heatwave

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