Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 154, Bardaisan, Syrian astrologer, scholar, and philosopher (died 222) was born. In 937, Rudolph II of Burgundy (born 880) passed away. In 1735, Mathematical calculations suggest that it is on this day that dwarf planet Pluto moved inside the orbit of Neptune for the last time before 1979. In 1844, Yevgeny Baratynsky, Russian philosopher and poet (born 1800) passed away. In 1916, Gough Whitlam, Australian lieutenant, lawyer, and politician, 21st Prime Minister of Australia (died 2014) was born. In 1919, The eight-hour day and free Sunday become law for workers in the Netherlands. In 1943, World War II: Allied invasion of Sicily: German and Italian troops launch a counter-attack on Allied forces in Sicily. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1977, Brandon Short, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Today longest day, shortest night of year

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June 21, 2026

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BBC News

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· Jul 10, 2026

UK bakes in 35C highs as millions under hosepipe bans

On Thursday, temperatures exceeded 34C for the eighth day this year, breaking the previous record of seven days in a calendar year.

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 10, 2026

UK records longest run of 34C-plus days as heat wave set to continue

Thursday marks 8th day this year that temperatures reached or exceeded 34C (93F), breaking previous records set in 1976 and 2020

Toronto Sun

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· Jul 11, 2026

Paris landmarks shutter early as quarter of France swelters under heatwave

Eiffel Tower and museums announced shorter hours due to high temperatures

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 8, 2026

When day turns to night: Everything you need to know about August’s total solar eclipse

PARIS — Day will briefly turn into night across parts of northern Spain on August 12, when the Moon completely covers the Sun during a rare total solar eclipse, AFP reported. Here’s what you need to know about the celestial spectacle, the first total solar eclipse visible from mainland Europe since 2006. A solar eclipse [] The post When day turns to night: Everything you need to know about August’s total solar eclipse appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Euro Weekly News

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· Jul 10, 2026

Next full moon in Spain: The exact dates to look up this summer and the rare sky event you won’t want to miss

There are plenty of reasons to enjoy a warm summer evening in Spain, but this year the night sky has []

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· Jul 4, 2026

Fantastic weather for firework shows

Evening temperatures won't fall out of the 90s until closer to 9 PM. Hot and dry weather pretty much repeats itself through Tuesday. Afternoon temperatures become slightly warmer through the back half of next week.

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Related coverage for "Today longest day, shortest night of year": BBC News — UK bakes in 35C highs as millions under hosepipe bans. Anadolu Agency — UK records longest run of 34C-plus days as heat wave set to continue. Toronto Sun — Paris landmarks shutter early as quarter of France swelters under heatwave. Egyptian Gazette — When day turns to night: Everything you need to know about August’s total solar eclipse. Euro Weekly News — Next full moon in Spain: The exact dates to look up this summer and the rare sky event you won’t want to miss. KSAT San Antonio — Fantastic weather for firework shows