Today in News History

On June 25, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 841, In the Battle of Fontenay-en-Puisaye, forces led by Charles the Bald and Louis the German defeat the armies of Lothair I of Italy and Pepin II of Aquitaine. In 1483, Richard Grey, half brother of Edward V of England (born 1458) passed away. In 1530, At the Diet of Augsburg the Augsburg Confession is presented to the Holy Roman Emperor by the Lutheran princes and Electors of Germany. In 1533, Mary Tudor, queen of France (born 1496) passed away. In 1940, World War II: The French armistice with Nazi Germany comes into effect. In 1944, World War II: The Battle of Tali-Ihantala, the largest battle ever fought in the Nordic countries, begins. In 1955, Vic Marks, English cricketer and sportscaster was born. In 1975, Mozambique achieves independence from Portugal. In 2014, Nigel Calder, English journalist, author, and screenwriter (born 1931) passed away. In 2022, Russo-Ukrainian War: The Battle of Sievierodonetsk ends after weeks of heavy fighting with the Russian capture of the city, leading to the Battle of Lysychansk. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

How England can qualify for the World Cup knockout stages tonight – and who they could play

The Independent

June 25, 2026

lean left

England would still have work to do in order to top Group L and Thomas Tuchel’s side play Panama on Saturday

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