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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1907, Weary Dunlop, Australian colonel and surgeon (died 1993) was born. In 1908, Paul Runyan, American golfer and sportscaster (died 2002) was born. In 1950, Gilles Meloche, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1966, Annabel Croft, English tennis player and sportscaster was born. In 1971, The Australian Aboriginal flag is flown for the first time. In 1979, Nikos Barlos, Greek basketball player was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 1998, The Ulster Volunteer Force attacked a house in Ballymoney, County Antrim, Northern Ireland with a petrol bomb, killing the Quinn brothers. In 2001, Kaylee McKeown, Australian swimmer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Rory McIlroy flags up Scottish Open ‘struggle’ despite birdies run on final day
Rory McIlroy signed off his Genesis Scottish Open week with a six-under final round - but was left to lament issues with his approach play.
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Us Weekly
· Jun 23, 2026
Rory McIlroy's Biggest Controversies Explained: Masters Drama and More
Rory McIlroy may have finally completed his golf’s career grand slam, but the Northern Irish star’s last two years on tour have been anything but a victory lap. In a September 2025 interview with The Guardian, McIlroy got refreshingly candid about life in the spotlight. “It is a struggle for me to love the position []
Irish Star
· Jul 4, 2026
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry take locals by surprise with pre-Scottish Open prep
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are back on UK soil ahead of next week's Scottish Open and the Irishmen have been making the most of their free time by getting some prep in at a local golf club
Irish Mirror
· Jul 9, 2026
Rory McIlroy could be banned from Scottish Open in 2028 as he issues PGA Tour warning
Rory McIlroy is competing in the Scottish Open this week, but the PGA Tour's proposed restructuring could see the Northern Irishman barred from the event in 2028
CBC | Sports News
· Jul 10, 2026
Ruck goes 5 for 5 with win in 50m fly; Dawson sweeps breaststroke on final day of national trials
The Canadian swimming trials came to a close Thursday in Montreal, with Taylor Ruck finishing the meet the same way she began it — atop the podium. The Kelowna, B.C., native picked up her fifth national title of the week, winning the women's 50-metre butterfly in 25.93 seconds.
Daily Mail
· Jun 22, 2026
Fuming Rory McIlroy blows US Open chances as he endures nightmare final round: 'Just go home Rory, f****** hell'
Fuming Rory McIlroy blows US Open chances as he endures nightmare final round: 'Just go home Rory, f****** hell'
GiveMeSport
· Jun 22, 2026
US Open Golf: Rory McIlroy Savagely Insults Fan's Appearance After Heckle
McIlroy hit back at the spectator in brutal fashion.
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Related coverage for "Rory McIlroy flags up Scottish Open ‘struggle’ despite birdies run on final day": Us Weekly — Rory McIlroy's Biggest Controversies Explained: Masters Drama and More. Irish Star — Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry take locals by surprise with pre-Scottish Open prep. Irish Mirror — Rory McIlroy could be banned from Scottish Open in 2028 as he issues PGA Tour warning. CBC | Sports News — Ruck goes 5 for 5 with win in 50m fly; Dawson sweeps breaststroke on final day of national trials. Daily Mail — Fuming Rory McIlroy blows US Open chances as he endures nightmare final round: 'Just go home Rory, f****** hell'. GiveMeSport — US Open Golf: Rory McIlroy Savagely Insults Fan's Appearance After Heckle