Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1912, William F. Walsh, American captain and politician, 48th Mayor of Syracuse (died 2011) was born. In 1914, The US Navy launches the USS Nevada (BB-36) as its first standard-type battleship. In 1962, Project Apollo: At a press conference, NASA announces lunar orbit rendezvous as the means to land astronauts on the Moon, and return them to Earth. In 1973, Varig Flight 820 crashes near Paris on approach to Orly Airport, killing 123 of the 134 on board. In response, the FAA bans smoking in airplane lavatories. In 1978, Los Alfaques disaster: A truck carrying liquid gas crashes and explodes at a coastal campsite in Tarragona, Spain killing 216 tourists. In 1979, America's first space station, Skylab, is destroyed as it re-enters the Earth's atmosphere over the Indian Ocean. In 1983, A TAME airline Boeing 737-200 crashes near Cuenca, Ecuador, killing all 119 passengers and crew on board. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2006, Mumbai train bombings: 209 people are killed in a series of bomb attacks in Mumbai, India. In 2011, Ninety-eight containers of explosives self-detonate killing 13 people in Zygi, Cyprus. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

The Best Fourth of July Program on NBC This Year May Not Be the Fireworks

The Hollywood Reporter

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July 2, 2026

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This one actually requires daylight.

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Variety

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· Jul 3, 2026

NBC Taps into America 250 Moment With Heart-Tugging Promos for 2028 Olympics and NBC100 Celebration: ‘There’s No Place Like Home’

NBC hopes to tap into the feel-good sparks coming out of the nation’s Fourth of July celebrations on Saturday by dropping promotional spots for two top priorities into its annual “Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks” special: the 2028 Summer Olympics and its own NBC100 anniversary celebration. The spots will air during NBC’s coverage on Saturday []

The Hollywood Reporter

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· Jul 2, 2026

The Best Fourth of July Program on NBC Is Not the Macy’s Fireworks

This one actually requires daylight.

Cincinnati CityBeat

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· Jul 2, 2026

10 things to do this weekend (July 3-5)

While this weekend is going to be almost entirely consumed by Fourth of July celebrations, there’s still a lot more to do all over Cincinnati. If you’re looking for even more to do on every day of the week, visit the CityBeat events calendar. Fireworks, Everywhere Seriously, literally everywhere What’s a Fourth of July celebration without fireworks? There [] The post 10 things to do this weekend (July 3-5) appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.

KLIX News Radio – Twin Falls

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· Jun 24, 2026

Share the Best Place to View Fireworks in Southern Idaho

Share the Best Place to View Fireworks in Southern Idaho

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 4, 2026

Where to watch July 4 fireworks today in NYC, Chicago, Houston, New Jersey and more

Here's a complete guide to July 4th fireworks shows happening tonight in New York City, Chicago, Long Island and Bergen County, New Jersey.

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jun 27, 2026

More rain this year helps firework retailers ahead of holiday

After years of drought conditions, Texans will have more fireworks options to choose from this Fourth of July thanks to one major factor: rain.

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Related coverage for "The Best Fourth of July Program on NBC This Year May Not Be the Fireworks": Variety — NBC Taps into America 250 Moment With Heart-Tugging Promos for 2028 Olympics and NBC100 Celebration: ‘There’s No Place Like Home’. The Hollywood Reporter — The Best Fourth of July Program on NBC Is Not the Macy’s Fireworks. Cincinnati CityBeat — 10 things to do this weekend (July 3-5). KLIX News Radio – Twin Falls — Share the Best Place to View Fireworks in Southern Idaho. Hindustan Times — Where to watch July 4 fireworks today in NYC, Chicago, Houston, New Jersey and more. KSAT San Antonio — More rain this year helps firework retailers ahead of holiday