Today in News History
On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1288, Stephen de Fulbourn, English-born Irish cleric and politician passed away. In 1870, R. B. Bennett, Canadian lawyer and politician, 11th Prime Minister of Canada (died 1947) was born. In 1945, Michael Martin, Baron Martin of Springburn, Scottish politician, Speaker of the House of Commons (died 2018) was born. In 1949, John Verity, English guitarist was born. In 1958, Charles Bathurst, 1st Viscount Bledisloe, English politician, 4th Governor-General of New Zealand (born 1867) passed away. In 1967, Katy Clark, Scottish lawyer and politician was born. In 1968, Ramush Haradinaj, Kosovo-Albanian soldier and politician, 4th Prime Minister of Kosovo was born. In 1996, British Prime Minister John Major announced the Stone of Scone would be returned to Scotland. In 2008, Clive Hornby, English actor and drummer (born 1944) passed away. In 2009, John Keel, American journalist and author (born 1930) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Nicola Sturgeon sets her troubles aside and enjoys a tipple with lawyer friend in London after fleeing Scotland when ex-husband was jailed for £400,000 SNP embezzlement

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