Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 70, The armies of Titus attack the walls of Jerusalem after a six-month siege. Three days later they breach the walls, which enables the army to destroy the Second Temple. In 1870, Louis II, Prince of Monaco (died 1949) was born. In 1908, William D. Coleman, 13th President of Liberia (born 1842) passed away. In 1913, Willis Lamb, American physicist and academic, Nobel Prize laureate (died 2008) was born. In 1933, Victor Poor, American engineer, developed the Datapoint 2200 (died 2012) was born. In 1948, Elias Khoury, Lebanese intellectual, playwright and novelist (died 2024) was born. In 1961, ČSA Flight 511 crashes at Casablanca-Anfa Airport in Morocco, killing 72. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2015, Cheng Siwei, Chinese engineer, economist, and politician (born 1935) passed away. In 2019, Emily Hartridge, English YouTuber and television presenter (born 1984) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
HDMI 2.0 vs 2.1: Why you don't need the upgrade for streaming

You probably don't need to use the latest HDMI standards or components just for streaming Netflix.
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SundayTimes
· Jul 4, 2026
From the page to the screen: the alchemy of adaptation
Boom in streaming services sees more books adapted for TV — but it is not always an easy fit
ComicBook.com
· Jun 30, 2026
10 New Best Movies Streaming Free in July 2026
Image Courtesy of Paramount It’s an almost undisputable fact that everything is more expensive these days which is why we’re even more glad than ever for free streaming platforms. Platforms like Tubi, Pluto TV, and Plex offer up a wealth of entertainment that you can watch without a subscription and without breaking the bank. With the new month of []
Gizmodo
· Jun 25, 2026
Apple Hikes Prices on Almost Everything Except iPhones
Macs, iPads, HomePods, and Apple TVs all cost way more now. Even the already expensive Vision Pro, too.
Variety
· Jun 26, 2026
The Best Stereo and AV Receivers to Shop in 2026
The rise in popularity of soundbars and powered speakers over the years has diminished the necessity for a stereo receiver, but it’s still one of the most important components in a classic home audio or home theater system. It’s easy to overlook if you’re setting up your first system, especially if you’ve only ever used []
MakeUseOf
· Jun 27, 2026
I stopped guessing between HDMI and DisplayPort once I learned what each does best
One isn't better than the other — it all comes down to use case.
CNET
· Jul 8, 2026
Meta Addresses One Smart Glasses Privacy Problem, but Many Others Remain Unsolved
Meta's aware that its camera glasses are making people worried. A new update aims to prevent tampering with the recording light. But even more is needed.
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Related coverage for "HDMI 2.0 vs 2.1: Why you don't need the upgrade for streaming": SundayTimes — From the page to the screen: the alchemy of adaptation. ComicBook.com — 10 New Best Movies Streaming Free in July 2026. Gizmodo — Apple Hikes Prices on Almost Everything Except iPhones. Variety — The Best Stereo and AV Receivers to Shop in 2026. MakeUseOf — I stopped guessing between HDMI and DisplayPort once I learned what each does best. CNET — Meta Addresses One Smart Glasses Privacy Problem, but Many Others Remain Unsolved