Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In -100 BC, Julius Caesar, Roman politician and general (died 44 BC) was born. In 1918, The Imperial Japanese Navy battleship Kawachi blows up at Shunan, western Honshu, Japan, killing at least 621. In 1930, Guy Ligier, French race car driver and team owner (died 2015) was born. In 1932, Otis Davis, American sprinter (died 2024) was born. In 1941, Benny Parsons, American race car driver and sportscaster (died 2007) was born. In 1961, ČSA Flight 511 crashes at Casablanca-Anfa Airport in Morocco, killing 72. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 2000, Charles Merritt, Canadian colonel and politician, Victoria Cross recipient (born 1908) passed away. In 2012, A tank truck explosion kills more than 100 people in Okobie, Nigeria. In 2013, Six people are killed and 200 injured in a French passenger train derailment in Brétigny-sur-Orge. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Survivors Blame Speeding After Fatal Western Cape Bus Crash Leaves 16 Dead
TOUWS RIVER, WESTERN CAPE — Survivors of a fatal Western Cape bus crash are recounting harrowing moments of the early morning tragedy, alleging that excessive speed and driver distraction contributed to the disaster that claimed 16 lives. The devastating accident occurred when a passenger bus overturned on the N1 highway near Touws River at the []
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South Africa Today
· Jul 2, 2026
Fatal Bus Accident in Western Cape Claims 16 Lives Near Touws River
TOUWS RIVER, WESTERN CAPE — A fatal bus accident in the Western Cape has claimed 16 lives after a passenger bus overturned on the N1 highway near Touws River in the early hours of the morning. The devastating crash, which involved a bus carrying 73 occupants, has triggered a massive emergency and recovery response in []
Hi China
· Jul 2, 2026
Final heroism: Bus driver saves 12 passengers in last moments
In Zhejiang, a bus driver used his final moments of strength to ensure the safety of twelve passengers after suddenly falling ill behind the wheel. He managed to press the brakes twice to bring the vehicle to a steady stop before collapsing in his seat. Tragically, the 43-year-old driver passed away, leaving behind a legacy of selfless dedication and courage. #EverydayHero
The Namibian
· Jun 24, 2026
Road crashes claim 229 lives in six months
A total of 45 road crashes, 84 injuries and eight deaths were recorded across the country between 15 and 21 June. This is according to the latest statistics released by the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund. The figures come as the fund calls on road users to take greater responsibility for road safety and change [] The post Road crashes claim 229 lives in six months appeared first on The Namibian.
Tampa Free Press
· Jun 22, 2026
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Unmarked Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputy In Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. – A Saturday night traffic crash involving a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputy has turned fatal. A pedestrian who was struck by an agency vehicle has died from his injuries, officials confirmed Sunday afternoon. The collision happened at roughly 10:20 p.m. on June 20, 2026, near the intersection of West Hillsborough Avenue and [] Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Unmarked Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputy In Tampa
Nepal News
· Jul 8, 2026
मकवानपुरको मनहरीमा बस दुर्घटना, पाँच जना घाइते
हेटौँडा। मकवानपुरको मनहरी गाउँपालिकामा यात्रुबाहक बस दुर्घटना हुँदा पाँच जना घाइते भएका छन्। मंगलबार राति मनहरी गाउँपालिका–७ रमनटारस्थित पूर्व–पश्चिम राजमार्गमा वीरगन्जबाट लमजुङतर्फ जाँदै गरेको ना ५ ख ५३१९ नम्बरको यात्रुबाहक बसको स्टेयरिङको टाइ–रड भाँचिएपछि बस अनियन्त्रित भई सडकको दाहिने किनारमा पल्टिएको हो। प्रहरीका अनुसार, बस चालक सर्लाहीका ३९ वर्षीय भीमबहादुर विक, चितवनको भरतपुर महानगरपालिका–४ का ३० []
Bahamas Press
· Jul 1, 2026
NO LICENSE! DID NOT RENT THE VEHICLE! AND SPEEDING ON WET STREETS! A DISASTER JUST WAITING TO HAPPEN!!!
Sunday road crash remind everyone that SPEED KILLS and traffic cops must examine the drivers behind these SDs which have no license or insurance! NASSAU| Check this out: So the driver in that fatal Sunday crash which killed four women had NO VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE! Did not rent the vehicle (his mom did). Was returning []
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Related coverage for "Survivors Blame Speeding After Fatal Western Cape Bus Crash Leaves 16 Dead": South Africa Today — Fatal Bus Accident in Western Cape Claims 16 Lives Near Touws River. Hi China — Final heroism: Bus driver saves 12 passengers in last moments. The Namibian — Road crashes claim 229 lives in six months. Tampa Free Press — Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Unmarked Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputy In Tampa. Nepal News — मकवानपुरको मनहरीमा बस दुर्घटना, पाँच जना घाइते. Bahamas Press — NO LICENSE! DID NOT RENT THE VEHICLE! AND SPEEDING ON WET STREETS! A DISASTER JUST WAITING TO HAPPEN!!!