Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1931, Geeto Mongol, Canadian-American wrestler and trainer (died 2013) was born. In 1936, Frank Ryan, American football player and mathematician (died 2024) was born. In 1938, Ron Fairly, American baseball player and sportscaster (died 2019) was born. In 1939, Bill Cooper, American football player was born. In 1957, Dave Semenko, Canadian ice hockey player and sportscaster (died 2017) was born. In 1985, Gianluca Curci, Italian footballer was born. In 1989, Nick Palmieri, American ice hockey player was born. In 1992, Bartosz Bereszyński, Polish footballer was born. In 2000, Vinícius Júnior, Brazilian footballer was born. 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.
Report: ESPN is closing in on a new deal for Mike Garafolo
When ESPN acquired NFL Network on April 1, all NFLN employees currently under contract made the move.
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Awful Announcing
· Jul 2, 2026
ESPN ‘closing in’ on retaining NFL Network reporter Mike Garafolo
Another NFL Network talent is getting the green light for a longer term stay at ESPN. Longtime NFL Network reporter Mike Garafolo is reportedly “closing in” on a new contract with ESPN, which acquired NFL Media earlier this year, according to Ryan Glasspiegel in Front Office Sports. ESPN is reportedly making retention decisions for NFL
The Independent
· Jul 7, 2026
FIFA condemns racist abuse toward IShowSpeed at World Cup match
IShowSpeed was livestreaming the game and could be heard asking a fan in an Argentina jersey what was being said toward him
Boston.com
· Jun 21, 2026
Bruins are reportedly listening to trade offers for Pavel Zacha
There’s a big difference between listening and wanting to move him, though. The post Bruins are reportedly listening to trade offers for Pavel Zacha appeared first on Boston.com.
Yardbarker
· Jun 24, 2026
Grading Tuesday's blockbuster NHL trades: Have Senators found their replacement for Brady Tkachuk in William Eklund?
Trades are abundant this NHL offseason.
The New Zealand Herald
· Jul 2, 2026
Media Insider: TVNZ political editor role; Hunt for All Blacks jersey sponsor; MediaWorks boss leaves after inquiry; High price of advertising down low in CRL
Media Insider: TVNZ political editor role; Hunt for All Blacks jersey sponsor; MediaWorks boss leaves after inquiry; High price of advertising down low in CRL
Irish Star
· Jun 21, 2026
ESPN forced to use NFL studios for World Cup after 'downsizing' decision
ESPN is using the NFL Network studios for their World Cup coverage this year, following the network's 3 billion acquisition and ESPN's prior downsizing of its Los Angeles operations
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Related coverage for "Report: ESPN is closing in on a new deal for Mike Garafolo": Awful Announcing — ESPN ‘closing in’ on retaining NFL Network reporter Mike Garafolo. The Independent — FIFA condemns racist abuse toward IShowSpeed at World Cup match. Boston.com — Bruins are reportedly listening to trade offers for Pavel Zacha. Yardbarker — Grading Tuesday's blockbuster NHL trades: Have Senators found their replacement for Brady Tkachuk in William Eklund?. The New Zealand Herald — Media Insider: TVNZ political editor role; Hunt for All Blacks jersey sponsor; MediaWorks boss leaves after inquiry; High price of advertising down low in CRL. Irish Star — ESPN forced to use NFL studios for World Cup after 'downsizing' decision