Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1930, Gordon Pinsent, Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (died 2023) was born. In 1933, Donald E. Westlake, American author and screenwriter (died 2008) was born. In 1942, Swamp Dogg, American R&B singer-songwriter and musician was born. In 1942, Steve Young, American country singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 2016) was born. In 1966, Taiji, Japanese bass player and songwriter (died 2011) was born. In 1980, Kristen Connolly, American actress was born. In 1981, Pradeepan Raveendran, Sri Lankan director, producer, and screenwriter was born. In 1988, Patrick Beverley, American basketball player was born. In 1996, Jordan Romero, American mountaineer was born. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.