Today in News History

On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1963, Hokutoumi Nobuyoshi, Japanese sumo wrestler, the 61st Yokozuna was born. In 1964, Havank, Dutch journalist and author (born 1904) passed away. In 1965, The Treaty on Basic Relations between Japan and the Republic of Korea is signed. In 1966, Vietnamese Buddhist activist leader Thích Trí Quang was arrested as the military junta of Nguyen Cao Ky crushed the Buddhist Uprising. In 1968, Miri Yu, Zainichi, Korean novelist was born. In 1987, Lee Min-ho, South Korean actor, singer, model, creative director and businessman was born. In 1989, Jung Yong-hwa, South Korean singer-songwriter and actor was born. In 1990, Cold War: Checkpoint Charlie is dismantled in Berlin. In 1991, Hugo Mallo, Spanish footballer was born. In 2009, A Washington D.C Metro train traveling southbound near Fort Totten station collides into another train waiting to enter the station. Nine people are killed in the collision (eight passengers and the train operator) and at least 80 others are injured. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.