Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1914, Mohammad Moin, Iranian linguist and lexicographer (died 1971) was born. In 1920, The Soviet-Lithuanian Peace Treaty is signed, by which Soviet Russia recognizes the independence of Lithuania. In 1927, Françoys Bernier, Canadian pianist, conductor, and educator (died 1993) was born. In 1927, Conte Candoli, American trumpet player (died 2001) was born. In 1934, Van Cliburn, American pianist and composer (died 2013) was born. In 1943, Christine McVie, English singer-songwriter and keyboard player (died 2022) was born. In 1945, Butch Hancock, American country-folk singer-songwriter and musician was born. In 1948, Walter Egan, American singer-songwriter and guitarist was born. In 1955, Jimmy LaFave, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 2017) was born. In 1956, Sandi Patty, American singer and pianist was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

It Started As Homework. Fifty Years Later, They’re Still Singing It.

The Daily Wire

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June 26, 2026

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It Started As Homework. Fifty Years Later, They’re Still Singing It.

This article is part of Upstream, The Daily Wire’s new home for culture and lifestyle. Real human insight and human stories — from our featured writers to you. *** It’s 1975. The United States is coming off the Vietnam War, which involved a heavily opposed military draft, mass casualties, and major economic distress. Watergate had just ...

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Washington Examiner

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· Jun 30, 2026

Beautiful, but no utopia: Three wishes for America’s 250th birthday

As we celebrate America’s grand 250th birthday, a sweet, timeless song resonates across this great land, carrying the weight of two and a half centuries of history: “O beautiful for spacious skies, For amber waves of grain, For purple mountain majesties; Above the fruited plain! America! America! God shed His grace on thee, And crown []

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· Jun 25, 2026

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Returns to Broadway After 30 Years

After nearly three decades away, THE SOUND OF MUSIC is coming back to Broadway. “People are hungry for meaningful shared...

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· Jul 6, 2026

‘Y’all Just Lie About Everything’: Woman’s Confusion Over America’s 250th Anniversary Sparks Debate

In a 13-second video posted on X by @OliLondonTV, a woman is heard asking why the US celebrated its 250th anniversary in 2026. The clip prompted many commenters to weigh in on the country’s founding date. In the clip, the woman asks, “Can somebody explain to me how America celebrates 250 years and it’s 2026? Sign up to receive the Daily Dot’s Internet Insider newsletter for urgent news from the frontline of online. The post ‘Y’all Just Lie About Everything’: Woman’s Confusion Over America’s 250th Anniversary Sparks Debate appeared first on The Daily Dot.

BoingBoing

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· Jul 1, 2026

The Village People wrote a disco anthem. Grandpa Pudding Brains found a mirror

Grandpa Pudding Brains is back on the Y.M.C.A. beat, explaining that the Village People classic became a monster hit again 30 years after its original launch, which is adorable if you believe 1978 was in the Clinton administration. Y.M.C.A. came out in 1978, but Grandpa Pudding Brains says it was 30 years ago, because numbers are just little flags you wave while the band plays you off. — Read the rest The post The Village People wrote a disco anthem. Grandpa Pudding Brains found a mirror appeared first on Boing Boing.

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· Jun 29, 2026

9 fascinating colonial-era words to brush up on for America’s 250th birthday

The word vulgar had a different meaning than it does today. The post 9 fascinating colonial-era words to brush up on for America’s 250th birthday appeared first on Upworthy.

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· Jun 25, 2026

'The Voice' Season 30 Premiere Date Set at NBC: Everything to Know

The Voice is back for its milestone season. The singing competition series kicked off in the U.S. in April 2011 after being inspired by the Dutch program The Voice of Holland. As four musicians coach their team of artists throughout the season, one winner goes home with a whopping 100,000 prize and a record deal []

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Related coverage for "It Started As Homework. Fifty Years Later, They’re Still Singing It.": Washington Examiner — Beautiful, but no utopia: Three wishes for America’s 250th birthday. MovieGuide — THE SOUND OF MUSIC Returns to Broadway After 30 Years. The Daily Dot — ‘Y’all Just Lie About Everything’: Woman’s Confusion Over America’s 250th Anniversary Sparks Debate. BoingBoing — The Village People wrote a disco anthem. Grandpa Pudding Brains found a mirror. Upworthy — 9 fascinating colonial-era words to brush up on for America’s 250th birthday. Us Weekly — 'The Voice' Season 30 Premiere Date Set at NBC: Everything to Know