Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1776, Captain James Cook begins his third voyage. In 1892, Alexander Cartwright, American firefighter, invented baseball (born 1820) passed away. In 1927, Harley Hotchkiss, Canadian businessman (died 2011) was born. In 1934, Ole Evinrude, Norwegian-American inventor and businessman, invented the outboard motor (born 1877) passed away. In 1957, Dave Semenko, Canadian ice hockey player and sportscaster (died 2017) was born. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 1985, Ismael Londt, Surinamese-Dutch kickboxer was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 2012, A tank truck explosion kills more than 100 people in Okobie, Nigeria. In 2013, Six people are killed and 200 injured in a French passenger train derailment in Brétigny-sur-Orge. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
New strict rules for electric scooters: Total ban for those under 17, mandatory insurance
The aim is to strengthen road safety in the use of electric scooters, prevent accidents, and especially increase the protection of minors The post New strict rules for electric scooters: Total ban for those under 17, mandatory insurance appeared first on ProtoThema English.
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Global News
· Jul 1, 2026
Ontario’s new auto insurance rules now in effect, but choice comes with some risk
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· Jun 24, 2026
Motorcyclists Must Be Licensed to Use the Road
Motorcyclists are being reminded that under the new Road Traffic Act they are required to have a valid rider’s licence to use the road. Motorcyclists account for 35 or 26 []
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· Jul 4, 2026
Own an e-bike or e-moto in Idaho? Here's what changed this month and what to know
BOISE, Idaho — This month marked a big shift for electric motorcycle or “e-moto” riders in the Treasure Valley. Boise City Council members unanimously passed an ordinance allowing the vehicles only on public roads and requiring them to be ...
BERNAMA
· Jul 2, 2026
General : Loke Urges MyLesen B2 Recipients To Ride Responsibly, Obey Traffic Laws
SEREMBAN, July 2 (Bernama) -- Transport Minister Anthony Loke has reminded youths, particularly beneficiaries of the MyLesen B2 Programme, that the motorcycle licence they receive is not a ticket to race, but a responsibility to ride prudently and comply with road traffic laws.
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· Jun 30, 2026
Government passes law cracking down on street racers
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· Jun 27, 2026
REVEALED: Drivers can take to the road aged 16 - if they are on benefits
REVEALED: Drivers can take to the road aged 16 - if they are on benefits
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