Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1470, The Ottomans capture Euboea. In 1908, Paul Runyan, American golfer and sportscaster (died 2002) was born. In 1913, Serbian forces begin their siege of the Bulgarian city of Vidin; the siege is later called off when the war ends. In 1938, Wieger Mensonides, Dutch swimmer was born. In 1943, Paul Silas, American basketball player and coach (died 2022) was born. In 1945, Butch Hancock, American country-folk singer-songwriter and musician was born. In 1979, Nikos Barlos, Greek basketball player was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. In 2008, Bobby Murcer, American baseball player, coach, and sportscaster (born 1946) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.