Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1855, Pavel Nakhimov, Russian admiral (born 1802) passed away. In 1917, Luigi Gorrini, Italian soldier and pilot (died 2014) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) 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 1967, Bruny Surin, Canadian sprinter was born. In 1976, Dan Boyle, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 1989, Nick Palmieri, American ice hockey player was born. In 2014, Valeriya Novodvorskaya, Russian journalist and politician (born 1950) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Ruck twins selected together by Penguins as Canadian stories highlight NHL draft
The 2026 National Hockey League Entry Draft opened Friday with a string of memorable Canadian moments — an unexpected pop superstar cameo by Justin Bieber, a head coach’s son heading to his father’s team, a goat-farming defenceman going to the Calgary Flames, the Winnipeg Jets adding undersized Swedish centre Viggo Björck, and a pair of identical twin brothers from the Okanagan emerging as one of the draft’s most compelling threads.
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CBC | Sports News
· Jul 4, 2026
These Osoyoos twins were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins. Their parents say it's all about passion
Twins Markus and Liam Ruck of Osoyoos, B.C., were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026 NHL Draft this year. Their parents Derek and Nina Ruck reflect on raising the 18-year-old boys and how the draft went.
CBC News
· Jul 4, 2026
These B.C. twins were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins. Their parents say it's all about passion
Twins Markus and Liam Ruck of Osoyoos, B.C., were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026 NHL Draft this year. Their parents Derek and Nina Ruck reflect on raising the 18-year-old boys and how the draft went.
Canadian Sport Scene
· Jun 24, 2026
Oilers name Mike Babcock head coach
The Edmonton Oilers have named Mike Babcock of Manitiouwadge, Ontario as their head coach according to Craig Ellingson of CTV News. Babcock replaces Kris Knoblauch, who the Oilers fired on May 14. The Knoblauch firing was a surprise to many because the Oilers reached the 2024 and 2025 Stanley Cup Finals with Knoblauch in charge. [] The post Oilers name Mike Babcock head coach appeared first on Canadian Sport Scene.
CityNews Montreal
· Jun 26, 2026
Canadiens acquire Brett Berard from Rangers for William Trudeau
The Montreal Canadiens are adding forward depth. Montreal acquired winger Brett Berard from the New York Rangers in exchange for defenceman William Trudeau, the teams announced on Friday. Berard, 23, was a fifth-round pick of the Rangers in the 2020 NHL draft. He spent most of last season split between New York and AHL Hartford, [] The post Canadiens acquire Brett Berard from Rangers for William Trudeau appeared first on CityNews Montreal.
Boston.com
· Jun 27, 2026
Here’s the 7 prospects Bruins added on Day 2 of 2026 NHL Draft
The Bruins added two goalies and several skilled wingers in the 2026 NHL Draft. The post Here’s the 7 prospects Bruins added on Day 2 of 2026 NHL Draft appeared first on Boston.com.
Loonie Politics
· Jul 3, 2026
Olympians to trade skis and skates for hats and boots in Calgary Stampede parade
CALGARY — A pair of Winter Olympians are set to trade in their skis and skates for hats and boots today as the Calgary Stampede parade kicks off 10 days of western-themed festivities. Medallists and parade marshals Mikael Kingsbury and Courtney Sarault are to lead the procession along the city’s downtown streets. Many Calgarians get [] The post Olympians to trade skis and skates for hats and boots in Calgary Stampede parade appeared first on Loonie Politics.
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Related coverage for "Ruck twins selected together by Penguins as Canadian stories highlight NHL draft": CBC | Sports News — These Osoyoos twins were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins. Their parents say it's all about passion. CBC News — These B.C. twins were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins. Their parents say it's all about passion. Canadian Sport Scene — Oilers name Mike Babcock head coach. CityNews Montreal — Canadiens acquire Brett Berard from Rangers for William Trudeau. Boston.com — Here’s the 7 prospects Bruins added on Day 2 of 2026 NHL Draft. Loonie Politics — Olympians to trade skis and skates for hats and boots in Calgary Stampede parade