Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1930, Guy Ligier, French race car driver and team owner (died 2015) was born. In 1931, Nathan Söderblom, Swedish archbishop, Nobel Prize laureate (born 1866) passed away. In 1947, Gareth Edwards, Welsh rugby player and sportscaster was born. In 1961, Heikko Glöde, German footballer and manager was born. In 1969, Alan Mullally, English cricketer and sportscaster was born. In 1986, Hannaliis Jaadla, Estonian footballer was born. In 1997, Malala Yousafzai, Pakistani-English activist, Nobel Prize laureate was born. In 1998, Arkady Ostashev, Soviet/Russian scientist and engineer (born 1925) passed away. In 2014, Valeriya Novodvorskaya, Russian journalist and politician (born 1950) passed away. In 2020, Wim Suurbier, Dutch football player (born 1945) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Meet Erling Haaland, the World Cup star going viral for his Birkin bags and Viking hammer

Out Magazine

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July 9, 2026

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It's time to watch the FIFA World Cup!

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The korea Herald News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Why Korea is watching Erling Haaland's hair ties

To soccer fans, Erling Haaland is Norway's prolific striker. In China, AI-generated memes and parody videos have turned him into an internet celebrity. In crypto circles, his World Cup popularity has even inspired a meme token. In South Korea, however, the conversation has taken a different turn: the hair tie securing his signature man bun. During the ongoing World Cup, Haaland's trademark hairstyle has become one of the tournament's unlikely talking points. Fans have marveled at how it remains

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 9, 2026

Bad Bunny’s rise to global superstardom — now he’s coming to Sweden

Bad Bunny’s rise to global superstardom — now he’s coming to Sweden

SkySports

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How do England stop Haaland and Norway's other threats?

Erling Haaland is one of the principle stars of this summer's World Cup. He is the headline act of Norway's surprise advances. On Saturday against England in Miami, it's he they will look to. The leader of vikings.

Off The Press

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· Jul 6, 2026

‘Viking diet:’ Norway soccer star Erling Haaland goes viral for his beef organs, raw milk diet

Erling Haaland, a striker for Norway in the 2026 World Cup, has been making headlines and getting clicks for his unorthodox diet including beef liver, heart and raw milk. The Norwegian footballer signed with the Premier League club Manchester City in 2022, and is currently representing his home country in the World Cup. Widely considered []...Click to read more

Times of India

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· Jul 10, 2026

5 things you probably didn’t know about Erling Haaland, the Viking striker who helped Norway make FIFA World Cup history

Erling Haaland is making headlines as he propels Norway to an unforgettable World Cup quarter-final by scoring seven goals. Born in England but raised in Norway, his unique background sparks conversations. Haaland, an advocate for social justice, has a notable online presence. Football runs in his blood, as his father was a pro player, and he famously dabbled in rap.

The Economic Times

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· Jul 6, 2026

Who is Erling Haaland, football's Striking Viking?

Who is Erling Haaland, football's Striking Viking?

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Related coverage for "Meet Erling Haaland, the World Cup star going viral for his Birkin bags and Viking hammer": The korea Herald News — Why Korea is watching Erling Haaland's hair ties. Sweden Herald — Bad Bunny’s rise to global superstardom — now he’s coming to Sweden. SkySports — How do England stop Haaland and Norway's other threats?. Off The Press — ‘Viking diet:’ Norway soccer star Erling Haaland goes viral for his beef organs, raw milk diet. Times of India — 5 things you probably didn’t know about Erling Haaland, the Viking striker who helped Norway make FIFA World Cup history. The Economic Times — Who is Erling Haaland, football's Striking Viking?