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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) was born. In 1937, Robert McFarlane, American colonel and diplomat, 13th United States National Security Advisor (died 2022) was born. In 1950, Gilles Meloche, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1970, Susan Tyler Witten, American politician was born. In 1974, Stelios Giannakopoulos, Greek footballer and manager was born. In 1996, John Chancellor, American journalist (born 1927) passed away. In 2008, Tony Snow, American journalist, 26th White House Press Secretary (born 1955) passed away. In 2010, Pius Njawé, Cameroonian journalist (born 1957) passed away. In 2014, Valeriya Novodvorskaya, Russian journalist and politician (born 1950) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

News of the day: Assistant GMs Wickenheiser, Metcalf out as Maple Leafs cut front office

Toronto Sun

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July 9, 2026

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Canadian Sport Scene

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· Jun 24, 2026

Oilers name Mike Babcock head coach

The Edmonton Oilers have named Mike Babcock of Manitiouwadge, Ontario as their head coach according to Craig Ellingson of CTV News. Babcock replaces Kris Knoblauch, who the Oilers fired on May 14. The Knoblauch firing was a surprise to many because the Oilers reached the 2024 and 2025 Stanley Cup Finals with Knoblauch in charge. [] The post Oilers name Mike Babcock head coach appeared first on Canadian Sport Scene.

RTL Today

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· Jun 29, 2026

Morning Roundup: Heatwave deaths in Europe, deadly plane crash in Nancy, and Paraguay eye World Cup upset over Germany

The RTL Today Radio news team brings you the latest headlines for Monday, 29 June

9 News Australia

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· Jun 28, 2026

Crows under fire after worst performance | 9 News Australia

There are suddenly major questions being asked of the Crows, with Matthew Nicks conceding it was the club's worst performance of the year. Plus, Fremantle is looking to extend its lead at the top of the AFL ladder, currently holding a huge lead in the final term of their clash with the Suns in Perth. | *Subscribe and 🔔: http://9Soci.al/KM6e50GjSK9* *Get more breaking news at 9News.com.au: http://9Soci.al/iyCO50GjSK6* FOLLOW 9News Australia ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9News/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NewsAUS ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9news/ Join 9News for the latest in news and events that affect you in your local city, as well as news from across Australia and the world. #9News #BreakingNews #NineNewsAustralia #9NewsAU

KLIF – 570AM – Dallas

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· Jun 25, 2026

DFW’s Morning News-Kluckin around with Monty

https://omny.fm/shows/klif-news-information-in-the-morning/dfws-morning-news-kluckaround-with-monty Clayton and Monty Kluckaround on a Thursday.

SB Nation

· Jun 25, 2026

Graves and Bradley touchdown in Toronto: Here’s what they have to say

The two rookies spoke to Toronto media in person for the first time.

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 7, 2026

Report: Daniel Alfredsson to join Mats Sundin’s Toronto Maple Leafs as assistant coach

Report: Daniel Alfredsson to join Mats Sundin’s Toronto Maple Leafs as assistant coach

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Related coverage for "News of the day: Assistant GMs Wickenheiser, Metcalf out as Maple Leafs cut front office": Canadian Sport Scene — Oilers name Mike Babcock head coach. RTL Today — Morning Roundup: Heatwave deaths in Europe, deadly plane crash in Nancy, and Paraguay eye World Cup upset over Germany. 9 News Australia — Crows under fire after worst performance | 9 News Australia. KLIF – 570AM – Dallas — DFW’s Morning News-Kluckin around with Monty. SB Nation — Graves and Bradley touchdown in Toronto: Here’s what they have to say. Sweden Herald — Report: Daniel Alfredsson to join Mats Sundin’s Toronto Maple Leafs as assistant coach