Today in News History

On June 28, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1098, Fighters of the First Crusade defeat Kerbogha of Mosul at the battle of Antioch. In 1934, Robert Carswell, Baron Carswell, Northern Irish lawyer and judge, Lord Chief Justice of Northern Ireland (died 2023) was born. In 1951, Mick Cronin, Australian rugby league player and coach was born. In 1956, Noel Mugavin, Australian footballer and coach was born. In 1960, Roland Melanson, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1969, Fabrizio Mori, Italian hurdler was born. In 1997, Holyfield-Tyson II: Mike Tyson is disqualified in the third round for biting a piece off Evander Holyfield's ear. In 1997, Shakur Stevenson, American boxer was born. In 2005, Michael P. Murphy, American lieutenant, Medal of Honor recipient (born 1976) passed away. In 2007, Eugene B. Fluckey, American admiral, Medal of Honor recipient (born 1913) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.