Today in News History
On June 20, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1796, Luigi Amat di San Filippo e Sorso, Italian cardinal (died 1878) was born. In 1869, Hijikata Toshizō, Japanese commander (born 1835) passed away. In 1891, John A. Costello, Irish lawyer and politician, 3rd Taoiseach of Ireland (died 1976) was born. In 1925, Audie Murphy, American lieutenant and actor, Medal of Honor recipient (died 1971) was born. In 1927, Simin Behbahani, Iranian poet and activist (died 2014) was born. In 1928, Eric Dolphy, American saxophonist, flute player, and composer (died 1964) was born. In 1941, Ulf Merbold, German physicist and astronaut was born. In 1977, Amos Lee, American singer-songwriter was born. In 1979, ABC News correspondent Bill Stewart is shot dead by a Nicaraguan National Guard soldier under the regime of Anastasio Somoza Debayle during the Nicaraguan Revolution. The murder is caught on tape and sparks an international outcry against the regime. In 1987, A-fu, Taiwanese singer and songwriter was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
If Ofori-Atta has nothing to fear or hide, he should return and face charges – Clement Apaak
Deputy Minister for Education, Clement Apaak, has questioned why former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta would remain outside the country amid ongoing legal and investigative proceedings, insisting that he should return to account for his stewardship if he has nothing to hide.
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