Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 927, King Constantine II of Scotland, King Hywel Dda of Deheubarth, Ealdred of Bamburgh and King Owain of the Cumbrians accepted the overlordship of King Æthelstan of England, leading to seven years of peace in the north. In 1845, Henrik Wergeland, Norwegian linguist, poet, and playwright (born 1808) passed away. In 1913, Serbian forces begin their siege of the Bulgarian city of Vidin; the siege is later called off when the war ends. In 1947, Gareth Edwards, Welsh rugby player and sportscaster was born. In 1964, Gaby Roslin, English television host and actress was born. In 1971, Yvon Robert, Canadian wrestler (born 1914) passed away. In 1979, The island nation of Kiribati becomes independent from the United Kingdom. In 1984, Jonathan Lewis, American football player was born. In 1986, JP Pietersen, South African rugby player was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.