Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1893, A revolution led by the liberal general and politician José Santos Zelaya takes over state power in Nicaragua. In 1904, Niño Ricardo, Spanish guitarist and composer (died 1972) was born. In 1953, Angélica Aragón, Mexican film, television, and stage actress and singer was born. In 1968, Esera Tuaolo, American football player was born. In 1971, Pedro Rodríguez, Mexican racing driver (born 1940) passed away. In 1976, Eduardo Nájera, Mexican-American basketball player and coach was born. In 1986, Raúl García, Spanish footballer was born. In 2005, Jesús Iglesias, Argentinian racing driver (born 1922) passed away. In 2007, Alfonso López Michelsen, Colombian lawyer and politician, 32nd President of Colombia (born 1913) passed away. In 2015, Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán escapes from the maximum security Altiplano prison in Mexico, his second escape. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.