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 1849, William Osler, Canadian physician and author (died 1919) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1927, Harley Hotchkiss, Canadian businessman (died 2011) was born. In 1950, Gilles Meloche, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1957, Dave Semenko, Canadian ice hockey player and sportscaster (died 2017) was born. In 1969, Chantal Jouanno, French politician, French Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports was born. In 1985, Keven Lacombe, Canadian cyclist was born. In 2000, Charles Merritt, Canadian colonel and politician, Victoria Cross recipient (born 1908) passed away. In 2010, Pius Njawé, Cameroonian journalist (born 1957) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Quebec petition for poutine emoji reaches 5K signatures
More than 5,000 people have signed an online petition supporting the creation a poutine emoji. “We think it’s a cultural symbol in Quebec and Canada,” said Eliza Lafond, marketing director of Valentine, the Quebec restaurant chain that launched the petition. “So, we think it’s time that an emoji is on our keyboard, because we cannot [] The post Quebec petition for poutine emoji reaches 5K signatures appeared first on CityNews Montreal.
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CityNews Montreal
· Jul 5, 2026
Winning Lotto 6/49 ticket purchased in Quebec
Another Quebecer is a millionaire, likely. That’s according to Loto-Québec, which says the winning ticket for the latest Lotto 6/49 draw was purchased in the province. Saturday’s draw was for the Lotto 6/49 5 million Classic Jackpot. The next Lotto 6/49 draw will be for the Gold Ball Jackpot, which is worth 26 million. To [] The post Winning Lotto 6/49 ticket purchased in Quebec appeared first on CityNews Montreal.
The Independent
· Jul 1, 2026
Canadians feel renewed sense of patriotism after Trump tariffs and 51st state threats
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· Jun 26, 2026
Is your name Janice? Drake would like to apologize for his song Janice STFU with a very exclusive party
If your name is Janice and you feel personally victimized by Drake’s song Janice STFU, you're in luck — provided you can show government-issued ID. Rumour has it, the Toronto-born rapper is ready to make amends with all Janices by throwing them an exclusive Janices-only apology party.
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· Jul 11, 2026
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau hop for good luck together in new TikTok video post
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau hop for good luck in a viral TikTok video that has fans calling the former Canadian prime minister lovestruck.
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· Jul 3, 2026
Tommy Hunter is no more: ‘Canada's Country Gentleman,’ dead at 89
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Loonie Politics
· Jun 26, 2026
Canada, Alberta flags fly high at town parade during separatism debate
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