Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1302, Battle of the Golden Spurs (Guldensporenslag in Dutch): A coalition around the Flemish cities defeats the king of France's royal army. In 1940, World War II: Vichy France regime is formally established. Philippe Pétain becomes Chief of the French State. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1962, First transatlantic satellite television transmission. In 1965, Ernesto Hoost, Dutch kick-boxer and sportscaster was born. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1984, Yorman Bazardo, Venezuelan baseball player was born. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2009, Reg Fleming, Canadian-American ice hockey player (born 1936) passed away. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
The World Cup’s Colonial Subtext
The France-Morocco World Cup clash reveals how soccer reflects colonial legacies, migration and the complexities of global identity. The post The World Cup’s Colonial Subtext appeared first on World Politics Review.
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Lawyers, Guns & Money
· Jun 22, 2026
Si era del gabacho
Here’s a really nice essay from Barney Ronay in the Guardian about the symbolic meanings of the 2026 World Cup: The most notable part of being here is the confirmation of just how much people around the world do reflexively despise the US now, or regard it solely as a frightening and hateful entity, an agent of [] The post Si era del gabacho appeared first on Lawyers, Guns Money.
Drudge Report
· Jun 27, 2026
Tiny Island Nation Just Made World Cup History...
Tiny Island Nation Just Made World Cup History... (First column, 7th story, link)
NBC Sports
· Jul 3, 2026
Luka Modric, Cristiano Ronaldo, and a World Cup instant classic with historic stakes and tension
Living legends vying to extend their World Cup careers during an instant classic staged in a Toronto whose soccer culture was built by Portuguese and Croatians. Just another night at the 2026 World Cup.
The Namibian
· Jul 5, 2026
Africa’s Football Awakening
The Fifa World Cup marks a watershed moment for African football. For decades, the continent’s global campaigns were defined by tantalising talent compromised by agonising, cringing crash-outs in the early stages. This year, the narrative has fundamentally shifted. While the newly introduced Round of 32 proved a bridge too far for the likes of South [] The post Africa’s Football Awakening appeared first on The Namibian.
Skift
· Jun 26, 2026
The World Cup’s Most Unexpected Winner: America
The 2026 World Cup was supposed to be a story about soccer. Instead, it became a story about America.
UrduPoint
· Jun 28, 2026
FIFA World Cup: Canada 1-0 South Africa
FIFA World Cup: Canada 1-0 South Africa
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Related coverage for "The World Cup’s Colonial Subtext": Lawyers, Guns & Money — Si era del gabacho. Drudge Report — Tiny Island Nation Just Made World Cup History.... NBC Sports — Luka Modric, Cristiano Ronaldo, and a World Cup instant classic with historic stakes and tension. The Namibian — Africa’s Football Awakening. Skift — The World Cup’s Most Unexpected Winner: America. UrduPoint — FIFA World Cup: Canada 1-0 South Africa