Today in News History

On July 9, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 551, A major earthquake strikes Beirut, triggering a devastating tsunami that affects the coastal towns of Byzantine Phoenicia, causing thousands of deaths. In 1863, American Civil War: The Siege of Port Hudson ends in a Union victory and, along with the fall of Vicksburg five days earlier, gives the Union complete control of the Mississippi River. In 1942, David Chidgey, Baron Chidgey, English engineer and politician (died 2022) was born. In 1943, World War II: The Allied invasion of Sicily begins, leading to the downfall of Mussolini and forcing Hitler to break off the Battle of Kursk. In 1958, A 7.8 Mw strike-slip earthquake in Alaska causes a landslide that produces a megatsunami. The runup from the waves reached 525 m (1,722 ft) on the rim of Lituya Bay; five people were killed. In 1962, Starfish Prime tests the effects of a nuclear test at orbital altitudes. In 1966, Gary Glasberg, American television writer and producer (died 2016) was born. In 1984, Piia Suomalainen, Finnish tennis player was born. In 1985, Paweł Korzeniowski, Polish swimmer was born. In 2013, Toshi Seeger, American activist, co-founded the Clearwater Festival (born 1922) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Step aside Reflecting Pool algae bloom — ‘pistachio tide’ is killing hundreds of fish in Baltimore harbor

The Independent

July 9, 2026

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Step aside Reflecting Pool algae bloom — ‘pistachio tide’ is killing hundreds of fish in Baltimore harbor

Baltimore’s Inner Harbor had three fish kills last year, all within a few weeks of each other

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