Today in News History
On June 20, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1837, William IV of the United Kingdom (born 1765) passed away. In 1930, John Waine, English bishop (died 2020) was born. In 1939, Budge Rogers, English rugby player and manager was born. In 1954, Allan Lamb, South African-English cricketer and sportscaster was born. In 1978, Frank Lampard, English footballer was born. In 1980, Franco Semioli, Italian footballer was born. In 1982, The Argentine Corbeta Uruguay base on Southern Thule surrenders to Royal Marine commandos in the final action of the Falklands War. In 1987, Joseph Ebuya, Kenyan runner was born. In 2004, Jim Bacon, Australian politician, 41st Premier of Tasmania (born 1950) passed away. In 2010, Harry B. Whittington, English palaeontologist and academic (born 1916) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
More history for Root but NZ on verge of England win

England batting great Joe Root has followed Sachin Tendulkar as the second batter to 14,000 Test runs, but New Zealand still spoiled his big day at the Oval.
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