Today in News History
On June 19, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1764, José Gervasio Artigas, Uruguayan general and politician (died 1850) was born. In 1874, Ferdinand Stoliczka, Moravian palaeontologist and ornithologist (born 1838) passed away. In 1927, Luciano Benjamín Menéndez, Argentine general and human rights violator (died 2018) was born. In 1939, Bernd Hoss, German footballer and manager (died 2016) was born. In 1957, Subcomandante Marcos, Mexican insurgent and EZLN leader was born. In 1964, Brent Goulet, American soccer player and manager was born. In 1966, Mike Hasenfratz, Canadian ice hockey referee was born. In 1971, José Emilio Amavisca, Spanish footballer was born. In 1978, Claudio Vargas, Dominican baseball player was born. In 1978, Dirk Nowitzki, German basketball player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Substitutes Johan Manzambi and Ruben Vargas inspire Switzerland to victory

Switzerland ran out 4-1 winners against Bosnia and Herzegovina after a goalless first half.
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