Today in News History

On June 21, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1940, World War II: Italy begins an unsuccessful invasion of France. In 1945, World War II: The Battle of Okinawa ends when the organized resistance of Imperial Japanese Army forces collapses in the Mabuni area on the southern tip of the main island. In 1952, Kōichi Mashimo, Japanese director and screenwriter was born. In 1962, Shōhei Takada, Japanese shogi player and theoretician was born. In 1985, Byron Schammer, Australian footballer was born. In 1986, Hideaki Wakui, Japanese baseball player was born. In 1990, Ričardas Berankis, Lithuanian tennis player was born. In 1993, Hungrybox, Argentine-American esports player was born. In 1997, Shintaro Katsu, Japanese actor, singer, director, and producer (born 1931) passed away. In 2014, Yozo Ishikawa, Japanese politician, Japanese Minister of Defense (born 1925) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Japan grab 4-0 win, as Ueda’s brace knocks Tunisia out of 2026 World Cup

Al Jazeera

June 21, 2026

lean left

Two goals from Ayase Ueda, and one each from Daichi Kamada and Junya Ito keeps Asian giants Japan second in Group F.

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