Today in News History
On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1778, American Revolutionary War: The British Army abandons Philadelphia. In 1812, The United States declaration of war upon the United Kingdom is signed by President James Madison, beginning the War of 1812. In 1815, Thomas Picton, Welsh-English general and politician (born 1758) passed away. In 1900, Vlasta Vraz, Czech-American relief worker, editor, and fundraiser (died 1989) was born. In 1902, Paavo Yrjölä, Finnish decathlete (died 1980) was born. In 1918, Franco Modigliani, Italian-American economist and academic, Nobel Prize laureate (died 2003) was born. In 1948, Edward Brooker, English-Australian politician, 31st Premier of Tasmania (born 1891) passed away. In 1983, Cameron Smith, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1983, Billy Slater, Australian rugby league player was born. In 2020, Vera Lynn, English singer who was the "Forces' Sweetheart" in World War II (born 1917) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
New Zealand’s Economy Accelerated Before War Sapped Momentum
New Zealand’s economy sparked into life in the first three months of the year, responding to low interest rates and a lift in spending that largely pre-dated the Iran war.
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