Today in News History
On July 7, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1667, An English fleet completes the destruction of a French merchant fleet off Fort St Pierre, Martinique during the Second Anglo-Dutch War. In 1979, Anastasios Gousis, Greek sprinter was born. In 1983, Justin Davies, Australian footballer was born. In 1989, Miina Kallas, Estonian footballer was born. In 1994, Nigina Abduraimova, Uzbekistani tennis player was born. In 1994, Ashton Irwin, Australian musician was born. In 2007, The first Live Earth benefit concert was held in 11 locations around the world. In 2011, Dick Williams, American baseball player, coach, and manager (born 1929) passed away. In 2014, Peter Underwood, Australian lawyer and politician, 27th Governor of Tasmania (born 1937) passed away. In 2019, The United States women's national soccer team defeated the Netherlands 2-0 at the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup Final in Lyon, France. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Optus Stadium to host Sheffield Shield game between WA and Tasmania next summer
WA Cricket’s grounds staff will have their chance to perfect an Optus Stadium pitch ahead of this summer’s Test match, with the venue to host a Sheffield Shield game next summer. SEE THE FULL FIXTURES HERE
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