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On June 16, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1633, Jean de Thévenot, French linguist and botanist (died 1667) was born. In 1760, French and Indian War: Robert Rogers and his Rangers surprise French held Fort Sainte Thérèse on the Richelieu River near Lake Champlain. The fort is raided and burned. In 1806, Edward Davy, English physician and chemist (died 1885) was born. In 1837, Ernst Laas, German philosopher and academic (died 1885) was born. In 1880, Otto Eisenschiml, Austrian-American chemist and author (died 1963) was born. In 1929, Vernon Louis Parrington, American historian and scholar (born 1871) passed away. In 1930, Ezra Fitch, American lawyer and businessman, co-founded Abercrombie & Fitch (born 1866) passed away. In 1961, Marcel Junod, Swiss physician and anesthesiologist (born 1904) passed away. In 1966, Phil Vischer, American voice actor, director, producer, and screenwriter, co-created VeggieTales was born. In 2010, Bhutan becomes the first country to institute a total ban on tobacco. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Louisiana attorney general asks EPA to conduct abortion pill water safety tests

Off The Press

June 16, 2026

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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has joined a coalition of state AGs asking the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to study the potential impact of the abortion drug mifepristone on America’s waterways and drinking water supply. “Louisiana has been leading the fight against the dangers of mifepristone for years, Murrill said. “We’ve taken action to stop []...Click to read more

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