Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1335, Pope Benedict XII issues the papal bull Fulgens sicut stella matutina to reform the Cistercian Order. In 1941, Benny Parsons, American race car driver and sportscaster (died 2007) was born. In 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. In 1943, Paul Silas, American basketball player and coach (died 2022) was born. In 1962, Julio César Chávez, Mexican boxer was born. In 1979, Nikos Barlos, Greek basketball player was born. In 1988, Patrick Beverley, American basketball player was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 1996, Jordan Romero, American mountaineer was born. In 1998, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Canadian basketball player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.