Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1916, Lyudmila Pavlichenko, Ukrainian-Russian soldier and sniper (died 1974) was born. In 1917, Luigi Gorrini, Italian soldier and pilot (died 2014) was born. In 1937, Robert McFarlane, American colonel and diplomat, 13th United States National Security Advisor (died 2022) was born. In 1967, Riots begin in Newark, New Jersey. In 1969, Chantal Jouanno, French politician, French Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports was born. In 1974, Stelios Giannakopoulos, Greek footballer and manager was born. In 1979, Nikos Barlos, Greek basketball player was born. In 1985, Gianluca Curci, Italian footballer was born. In 2008, Tony Snow, American journalist, 26th White House Press Secretary (born 1955) passed away. In 2010, Paulo Moura, Brazilian clarinetist and saxophonist (born 1932) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
MIKE SILUMA | Morero may deny the crisis but Joburgers live it daily
Narrative Analysis: Appeal to Fear
The city's financial woes reflect a broader collapse in governance and service delivery, writes Mike Siluma
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Technique: Appeal to Fear
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Variety
· Jul 10, 2026
LISTEN: Politics Puts a Spotlight on the Production Exodus From California and Other U.S. Filming Hubs
The crisis of runaway production, both in California and nationwide, never seems to stray too far from the headlines thanks to what a political football the issue has become. Luring more TV and film shoots to Los Angeles though financial incentives remains a critical concern because of the tens of thousands of jobs that have []
Off The Press
· Jun 27, 2026
California state workers fight Newsom’s return-to-office mandate
Gov. Gavin Newsom is barreling ahead with forcing California state workers back to the office, flatly rejecting calls to soften a return-to-work mandate that unions warn could trigger a “mass exodus” of employees. Starting July 1, roughly 100,000 state workers will be required to report to the office or the field four days a week, []...Click to read more
Palo Alto Online
· Jun 29, 2026
Propuesta de salario mínimo de $28 para los trabajadores de la construcción en California fracasa debido a oposición de sindicatos
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Una propuesta que habría establecido un salario mínimo sin precedentes para ciertos trabajadores de la construcción de viviendas en California ha quedado archivada este año ante la feroz oposición de una importante coalición []
DNyuz
· Jun 27, 2026
Gavin Newsom’s delivers brutal message to workers fighting July 1 return to office mandate
Gov. Gavin Newsom is barreling ahead with forcing California state workers back to the office, flatly rejecting calls to soften a return-to-work mandate that unions warn could trigger a “mass exodus” of employees. Starting July 1, roughly 100,000 state workers will be required to report to the office or the field four days a week, []
Townhall
· Jun 25, 2026
About That San Francisco Supervisor That Stepped Away...
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Washington Examiner
· Jun 21, 2026
Newsom declares state of emergency over Boyle Heights warehouse fire
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) on Saturday declared a state of emergency in California after a warehouse fire in Boyle Heights continued burning after it first ignited on Wednesday. “California is mobilizing to support Los Angeles as firefighters and emergency personnel continue their work to contain this fire and protect surrounding communities,” Newsom said. “While local []
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Related coverage for "MIKE SILUMA | Morero may deny the crisis but Joburgers live it daily": Variety — LISTEN: Politics Puts a Spotlight on the Production Exodus From California and Other U.S. Filming Hubs. Off The Press — California state workers fight Newsom’s return-to-office mandate. Palo Alto Online — Propuesta de salario mínimo de $28 para los trabajadores de la construcción en California fracasa debido a oposición de sindicatos. DNyuz — Gavin Newsom’s delivers brutal message to workers fighting July 1 return to office mandate. Townhall — About That San Francisco Supervisor That Stepped Away... . Washington Examiner — Newsom declares state of emergency over Boyle Heights warehouse fire