Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1857, George E. Ohr, American potter (died 1918) was born. In 1895, Oscar Hammerstein II, American director, producer, and songwriter (died 1960) was born. In 1917, The Bisbee Deportation occurs as vigilantes kidnap and deport nearly 1,300 striking miners and others from Bisbee, Arizona. In 1923, James E. Gunn, American science fiction author (died 2020) was born. In 1927, Jack Harshman, American baseball player (died 2013) was born. In 1938, Eiko Ishioka, Japanese art director and graphic designer (died 2012) was born. In 1939, Phillip Adams, Australian journalist and producer was born. In 1944, Delia Ephron, American author, playwright, and screenwriter was born. In 1951, Brian Grazer, American screenwriter and producer, founded Imagine Entertainment was born. In 1996, Jordan Romero, American mountaineer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Sony hits eject on the era of owning games
Fans are losing one of their last bits of leverage over an industry that is going places many don't like and there are clear downsides from Sony's move.
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This article was published by The Japan Times, a source frequently categorized with a center bias based in Japan. Our narrative intelligence engine continuously monitors coverage from this outlet to track framing, bias, and rhetorical patterns. Our initial algorithmic scan of this specific piece did not flag high-confidence rhetorical techniques, suggesting a generally straightforward reporting style or neutral framing. By understanding the editorial perspective of The Japan Times, readers can better contextualize the information presented and compare it across our broader media matrix to find the real narrative.
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SVG
· Jul 7, 2026
5 Ways The First GTA Game Was Way Different From The Sequels
Grand Theft Auto wasn't always the open world cinematic masterpiece franchise it is now. Its humble origins are a very different gaming experience.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 5, 2026
Sudah berusia baru popular
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IGN
· Jun 25, 2026
No GTA 6 Disc Decision Will Make Some Gamers Angry, but Analysts Say 'Commercially It Just Makes Sense'
With Grand Theft Auto 6, arguably the biggest and most mass market game of the generation, skipping a disc-based launch — is physical media now dead?
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 7, 2026
The Death of the Grind: Why Modern Gaming is Cutting the Noise
No one has time for a forty-hour campaign anymore. The gaming industry spent a decade obsessed with a maximalist formula with infinitely massive maps, convoluted talent trees, and hours of tedious inventory sorting. But real life doesn’t pause for virtual chores. As free time shrinks, the entire digital entertainment ecosystem is forcing a hard pivot toward high-velocity, low-friction experiences that dump you straight into the action without demanding a massive down payment on your time. The Friction of the Fifty-Hour Clock The classic gaming loop used to treat your time like a free resource. The gaming industry still provides the
Kotaku
· Jul 3, 2026
Man, I Miss Big Bargain Bins Of Used Video Games
Is that a used copy of Nintendogs?!
Gamesradar
· Jun 22, 2026
You can get any Corsair gaming chair 40% off right now as other brands start taking the fight to Amazon
You can get any Corsair gaming chair 40% off right now as other brands start taking the fight to Amazon
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Related coverage for " Sony hits eject on the era of owning games ": SVG — 5 Ways The First GTA Game Was Way Different From The Sequels. Utusan Malaysia — Sudah berusia baru popular. IGN — No GTA 6 Disc Decision Will Make Some Gamers Angry, but Analysts Say 'Commercially It Just Makes Sense'. The Eastern Herald — The Death of the Grind: Why Modern Gaming is Cutting the Noise. Kotaku — Man, I Miss Big Bargain Bins Of Used Video Games. Gamesradar — You can get any Corsair gaming chair 40% off right now as other brands start taking the fight to Amazon