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On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 324, Battle of Adrianople: Constantine I defeats Licinius, who flees to Byzantium. In 1442, Emperor Go-Tsuchimikado of Japan (died 1500) was born. In 1570, Aonio Paleario, Italian academic and reformer (born 1500) passed away. In 1866, Austro-Prussian War is decided at the Battle of Königgrätz, enabling Prussia to exclude Austria from German affairs. In 1898, A Spanish squadron, led by Pascual Cervera y Topete, is defeated by an American squadron under William T. Sampson in the Battle of Santiago de Cuba. In 1917, João Saldanha, Brazilian footballer, manager, and journalist (died 1990) was born. In 1940, World War II: The Royal Navy attacks the French naval squadron in Algeria, to ensure that it will not fall under German control. Of the four French battleships present, one is sunk, two are damaged, and one escapes back to France. In 1986, Marco Antônio de Mattos Filho, Brazilian footballer was born. In 1988, United States Navy warship USS Vincennes shoots down Iran Air Flight 655 over the Persian Gulf, killing all 290 people aboard. In 1989, Danilo Cavalcante, Brazilian convicted murderer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Portugal through to last 16 after dramatic victory over Croatia

BBC Sport

July 3, 2026

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Portugal through to last 16 after dramatic victory over Croatia

Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Goncalo Ramos after a chaotic second-half in Toronto to set up a last 16 tie with Iberian rivals Spain.

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