Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1908, Paul Runyan, American golfer and sportscaster (died 2002) was born. In 1938, Wieger Mensonides, Dutch swimmer was born. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 1967, Riots begin in Newark, New Jersey. In 1986, JP Pietersen, South African rugby player was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 1992, Bartosz Bereszyński, Polish footballer was born. In 2007, U.S. Army Apache helicopters engage in airstrikes against armed insurgents in Baghdad, Iraq, where civilians are killed; footage from the cockpit is later leaked to the Internet. In 2008, Bobby Murcer, American baseball player, coach, and sportscaster (born 1946) passed away. In 2024, Ruth Westheimer, German-American sex therapist (born 1928) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Milwaukee sells two battery systems, and most beginners commit to the wrong one
The Milwaukee battery mistake that costs beginners hundreds of dollars — and how to avoid it.
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ZDNet
· Jul 10, 2026
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· Jul 8, 2026
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· Jul 11, 2026
Bucks reportedly signing guard Gary Trent Jr. to 4-year, $64 million deal
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Kotaku
· Jul 6, 2026
Nintendo Will Stop Selling The Original Switch In Europe Next Year
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Korea Times News
· Jul 6, 2026
Detroit Tigers trade Korean reliever Go Woo-suk to Minnesota Twins: reports
Detroit Tigers trade Korean reliever Go Woo-suk to Minnesota Twins: reports
CNET
· Jul 1, 2026
Oura Ring vs. Apple Watch: This Dealbreaker Made the Choice Obvious
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Related coverage for "Milwaukee sells two battery systems, and most beginners commit to the wrong one": ZDNet — Best wireless chargers of 2026: Expert tested. KMJNow – Fresno — Twins hang on to beat Guardians for 3rd straight win. Yahoo Sports — Bucks reportedly signing guard Gary Trent Jr. to 4-year, $64 million deal. Kotaku — Nintendo Will Stop Selling The Original Switch In Europe Next Year. Korea Times News — Detroit Tigers trade Korean reliever Go Woo-suk to Minnesota Twins: reports. CNET — Oura Ring vs. Apple Watch: This Dealbreaker Made the Choice Obvious