Today in News History
On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1884, Yrjö Saarela, Finnish wrestler and coach (died 1951) was born. In 1919, The British airship R34 lands in Norfolk, England, completing the first airship return journey across the Atlantic in 182 hours of flight. In 1930, Naomi Shemer, Israeli singer-songwriter (died 2004) was born. In 1945, Alla Nazimova, Russian-American actress, producer, and screenwriter (born 1879) passed away. In 1951, Vuoristorata, one of the oldest still-operating wooden roller coasters in Europe, is opened at the Linnanmäki amusement park in Helsinki, Finland. In 1982, Shin-Soo Choo, South Korean baseball player was born. In 1995, Space Shuttle Discovery is launched on STS-70 to deploy the TDRS-7 satellite. In 1996, Pandro S. Berman, American director, producer, and production manager (born 1905) passed away. In 2013, Typhoon Soulik kills at least nine people and affects more than 160 million in East China and Taiwan. In 2024, Naomi Pomeroy, American Chef and Restaurateur (born 1974) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Starlux's Airsorayama Silver makes maiden flight to Tokyo
Taipei, July 12 (CNA) Airsorayama Silver, one of two specially designed Airbus A350-1000 aircraft operated by Taiwan-based Starlux Airlines, made its maiden flight to Tokyo on Sunday, piloted by the airline's chairman, Chang Kuo-wei (張國煒), the carrier said.
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ABC7 New York
· Jul 6, 2026
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· Jul 1, 2026
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The Tribune
· Jun 27, 2026
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· Jun 24, 2026
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Off The Press
· Jun 26, 2026
United flight from China to San Francisco diverted after passenger’s wild scuffle with flight attendant
A United Airlines flight bound for San Francisco was forced to make an unscheduled landing in Japan after an unruly passenger allegedly caused chaos mid-flight, triggering a police response and hours-long delays. Passengers said the travel nightmare unfolded shortly after takeoff, when the passenger’s behavior rapidly spiraled. United Flight UA858 took off from Shanghai Pudong []...Click to read more
BERNAMA
· Jul 11, 2026
Business : Malaysia Airlines Adds Shanghai Flight Cancellations Due To Typhoon Bavi
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Us Weekly
· Jul 8, 2026
‘In the City’ Preview: Amanda Suggests Double Date With West, Kyle and Salley
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Egyptian Gazette
· Jul 12, 2026
Asiana Airlines to leave Star Alliance in December
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· Jun 29, 2026
Thai airline employee arrested in Australia on suspicion of smuggling €302,000 of heroin
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· Jul 5, 2026
Delta flight hit by firework during Chicago landing
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· Jul 5, 2026
Firework strikes Delta flight landing at Chicago’s Midway Airport
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· Jul 11, 2026
Akasa Air pauses Noida–Navi Mumbai route weeks after launch amid network review: Report
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Times of India
· Jul 6, 2026
Was Delta flight struck by July 4 fireworks in Chicago? Pilot says 'felt a big bang'
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· Jun 22, 2026
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· Jul 8, 2026
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· Jul 8, 2026
2026 WNBA All-Star Game: Nneka Ogwumike, Angel Reese among 12 reserves selected by coaches
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· Jul 7, 2026
Airlines gear up to shift freighter flights from Mumbai to Navi Mumbai airport
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· Jul 12, 2026
‘Aquamarine’ Getting Disney+ Pilot with Emma Roberts
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· Jul 2, 2026
Hanwha Ocean picked as preferred bidder for $5.1 bil. Navy destroyer project
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BNO News
· Jul 5, 2026
Delta flight lands safely after fireworks hit plane in Chicago
A Delta Air Lines flight landed safely at Chicago Midway International Airport after the pilot reported that a fireworks mortar struck the aircraft just before landing during Fourth of July celebrations, according to aviation officials. No injuries were reported. The incident happened at about 8:30 p.m. Saturday as Delta Flight 1076 was arriving at Midway [] The post Delta flight lands safely after fireworks hit plane in Chicago appeared first on BNO News.
CNET
· Jun 30, 2026
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South China Morning Post
· Jun 26, 2026
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