Today in News History
On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1887, The Reinsurance Treaty between Germany and Russia is signed. In 1913, Sylvia Porter, American economist and journalist (died 1991) was born. In 1939, Brooks Firestone, American businessman and politician was born. In 1939, Jean-Claude Germain, Canadian historian, author, and journalist was born. In 1948, Britain, France and the United States announce that on June 21, the Deutsche Mark will be introduced in western Germany and West Berlin. Over the next six days, Communists increasingly restrict access to Berlin. In 1979, SALT II is signed by the United States and the Soviet Union. In 1987, Omar Arellano, Mexican footballer was born. In 1993, Craig Rodwell, American activist, founded the Oscar Wilde Bookshop (born 1940) passed away. In 2007, The Charleston Sofa Super Store fire happened in Charleston, South Carolina, killing nine firefighters. In 2012, William Van Regenmorter, American businessman and politician (born 1939) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Tesco sales growth slows amid ‘uncertainty’ linked to Iran conflict
The retailer revealed that total sales increased by 1 to £16.8 billion over the 13 weeks to May 30, compared with a year earlier.
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