Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1599, Chōsokabe Motochika, Japanese daimyō (born 1539) passed away. In 1836, Antônio Carlos Gomes, Brazilian composer (died 1896) was born. In 1958, Hugo Sánchez, Mexican footballer, coach, and manager was born. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1968, Esera Tuaolo, American football player was born. In 1971, Pedro Rodríguez, Mexican racing driver (born 1940) passed away. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1989, Shimanoumi Koyo, Japanese sumo wrestler was born. In 1991, Nigeria Airways Flight 2120 crashes in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, killing all 261 passengers and crew on board. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.