Today in News History

On July 10, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 988, The Norse King Glúniairn recognises Máel Sechnaill mac Domnaill, High King of Ireland, and agrees to pay taxes and accept Brehon Law; the event is considered to be the founding of the city of Dublin. In 1451, James III of Scotland (died 1488) was born. In 1921, Belfast's Bloody Sunday occurs with 20 killings, at least 100 wounded and 200 homes destroyed during rioting and gun battles in Belfast, Northern Ireland. In 1939, Phil Kelly, Irish-English footballer and manager (died 2012) was born. In 1945, John Motson, English sportscaster (died 2023) was born. In 1955, Geoff Gerard, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1984, Nikolaos Mitrou, Greek footballer was born. In 1992, In Miami, former Panamanian leader Manuel Noriega is sentenced to 40 years in prison for drug and racketeering violations. In 1998, Catholic Church sexual abuse cases: The Diocese of Dallas agrees to pay $23.4 million to nine former altar boys who claim they were sexually abused by Rudolph Kos, a former priest. In 2016, Portugal defeats France in the UEFA Euro 2016 Final to win their first European title. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.