Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 937, Rudolph II of Burgundy (born 880) passed away. In 1923, Richard Pipes, Polish-American historian and academic (died 2018) was born. In 1930, Mike Foster, American politician, 53rd Governor of Louisiana (died 2020) was born. In 1966, Delmore Schwartz, American poet and short story writer (born 1913) passed away. In 1977, Brandon Short, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1983, Ross Macdonald, American-Canadian author (born 1915) passed away. In 1986, Yoann Gourcuff, French footballer was born. In 1990, Patrick Peterson, American football player was born. In 1999, Jan Sloot, Dutch computer scientist and electronics technician (born 1945) passed away. In 2014, John Seigenthaler, American journalist and academic (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
‘Looking forward’: Donald Trump delivers optimistic address for America’s 250th birthday
Sky News Washington Correspondent Jonathan Kearsley looks back at US President Donald Trump’s speech marking America's 250th birthday. “He wanted his moment on July 4 to address them … it was a speech that was looking forward,” Mr Kearsley told Sky News host Jaimee Rogers. “It was largely optimistic … there was a huge sense of national pride.”
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Jewish News Syndicate
· Jun 30, 2026
Happy unrequited birthday, America!
The celebratory mood is mixed, if not altogether nihilistic.
PragerU
· Jul 11, 2026
Happy Birthday to this American legend! 🇺🇸
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The Daily Beast
· Jul 10, 2026
Trump Humiliated as His Wish List of Birthday Projects Remain Unfinished
Umit Bektas / REUTERSPresident Donald Trump, 80, had a laundry list of projects he wanted completed by the United States’ 250th birthday, but many remain unfinished. Trump’s birthday wish list included repairing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, creating a garden of American heroes, fixing D.C. potholes and restoring Lafayette Square, among others. Many of the initiatives were established by executive order, including the 1776 Commission, which was first convened during Trump’s first term and was reformed in January 2025. Read more at The Daily Beast.
Washingtonian
· Jun 23, 2026
Is This the Right Time to Be Celebrating America?
A-meh-rica at 250 My best friend was born on the Fourth of July. In recent years—some difficult years for the country—that has given me a level of plausible deniability. I still go to the beach and watch fireworks and down hot dogs like a sword swallower. But I’m not really celebrating America. I’m just celebrating [] The post Is This the Right Time to Be Celebrating America? first appeared on Washingtonian.
Modern Diplomacy
· Jul 3, 2026
Trump Visits Mount Rushmore to Mark America’s 250th Anniversary
The United States is commemorating its 250th anniversary with nationwide celebrations marking the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence. The anniversary is one of the country’s most significant historical milestones, with events taking place across the nation and culminating in a major celebration in Washington. As part of the commemorations, Donald Trump is [] The post Trump Visits Mount Rushmore to Mark America’s 250th Anniversary appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.
The Week
· Jun 30, 2026
America’s contentious birthday
America’s contentious birthday
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