Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1876, Max Jacob, French poet, painter, and critic (died 1944) was born. In 1938, Wieger Mensonides, Dutch swimmer was born. In 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. In 1967, Bruny Surin, Canadian sprinter was born. In 1968, Catherine Plewinski, French swimmer was born. In 1969, Chantal Jouanno, French politician, French Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports was born. In 1977, Francesca Lubiani, Italian tennis player was born. In 1985, Keven Lacombe, Canadian cyclist was born. In 1995, Jordyn Wieber, American gymnast was born. 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.
Sweat, tears and camaraderie as 20,000 runners take on world’s largest ultramarathon
For one day every June, South Africa’s searing racial inequality seems to melt away at Comrades raceIn the early morning dark, thousands of runners waited, jostling with anticipation. South Africa’s national anthem rang out. Then the haunting swell of Shosholoza, first sung by Zimbabwean migrant workers in South Africa’s goldmines. Finally, that unmistakable, spine-tingling piano: Chariots of Fire.Runners gather before the start of the marathon Continue reading...
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UPI
· Jun 27, 2026
European nations break more records amid historic heat wave
European nations break more records amid historic heat wave
Euro Weekly News
· Jul 7, 2026
Tabarca to Santa Pola swim attracts more than 1,400 competitors for charity
More than 1,400 swimmers came together on the Costa Blanca at the weekend for one of Spain’s most iconic open []
BERNAMA
· Jun 23, 2026
World : France Breaks More Than 100 All-Time Heat Records As Heatwave Intensifies
ISTANBUL, June 23 (Bernama-Anadolu) – France broke more than 100 all-time heat records on Monday as an intense heatwave continued to grip the country, with temperatures exceeding 40C (104F) in several regions, Anadolu Ajansi reported.
The Budapest Times
· Jun 23, 2026
Budapest sets new daily heat record
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The Independent
· Jun 29, 2026
Paris mortuaries are full up as France counts the deaths from latest heatwave
France registered its hottest-ever day, breaking a record that had been set just the previous day
Arutz Sheva
· Jun 27, 2026
Dozens killed by heat wave across Europe
The heat wave brought new record high temperatures to France and Germany, caused the suspension of public services, and multiple reported deaths.
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Related coverage for "Sweat, tears and camaraderie as 20,000 runners take on world’s largest ultramarathon": UPI — European nations break more records amid historic heat wave. Euro Weekly News — Tabarca to Santa Pola swim attracts more than 1,400 competitors for charity. BERNAMA — World : France Breaks More Than 100 All-Time Heat Records As Heatwave Intensifies. The Budapest Times — Budapest sets new daily heat record. The Independent — Paris mortuaries are full up as France counts the deaths from latest heatwave. Arutz Sheva — Dozens killed by heat wave across Europe