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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1862, The Medal of Honor is authorized by the United States Congress. In 1880, Tod Browning, American actor, director, and screenwriter (died 1962) was born. In 1930, Gordon Pinsent, Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (died 2023) was born. In 1945, Butch Hancock, American country-folk singer-songwriter and musician was born. In 1948, Ben Burtt, American director, screenwriter, and sound designer was born. In 1956, Mario Soto, Dominican baseball player was born. In 1979, Nikos Barlos, Greek basketball player was born. In 1989, Nick Palmieri, American ice hockey player was born. In 1998, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Canadian basketball player was born. In 2024, Bill Viola, American video and installation artist (born 1951) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
My rookie era: The Hunger Games made me think I’d be incredible at archery. So I picked up a bow to find out

Inhaling, I lined up an arrow with trembling hands, pulled back the string and launched itRead more from the My rookie era series hereI’ve always secretly believed I might be incredible with a bow and arrow.Not because I have great aim, or good hand-eye coordination or an aptitude for sport, but because I would really, really like for it to be true. Continue reading...
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