Today in News History
On July 9, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1686, Philip Livingston, American merchant and politician (died 1749) was born. In 1793, The Act Against Slavery in Upper Canada bans the importation of slaves and will free those who are born into slavery after the passage of the Act at 25 years of age. In 1795, Financier James Swan pays off the $2,024,899 US national debt that had been accrued during the American Revolution. In 1900, The Federation of Australia is given royal assent. In 1901, Barbara Cartland, English author (died 2000) was born. In 1911, Mervyn Peake, English author and illustrator (died 1968) was born. In 1969, Jason Kearton, Australian footballer and coach was born. In 1986, The New Zealand Parliament passes the Homosexual Law Reform Act legalising homosexuality in New Zealand. In 1999, Days of student protests begin after Iranian police and hardliners attack a student dormitory at the University of Tehran. In 2013, Andrew Nori, Solomon lawyer and politician (born 1952) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Outrageous loophole that lets council tenants rent multi-million-pound properties for peanuts, 'swap' them with each other and leave them to their families: ROSS CLARK
Narrative Analysis: Name Calling

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