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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1067, John Komnenos, Byzantine general passed away. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1845, Henrik Wergeland, Norwegian linguist, poet, and playwright (born 1808) passed away. In 1855, Ned Hanlan, Canadian rower, academic, and businessman (died 1908) was born. In 1857, George E. Ohr, American potter (died 1918) was born. In 1931, Geeto Mongol, Canadian-American wrestler and trainer (died 2013) 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 1993, Dan Eldon, English photographer and journalist (born 1970) passed away. In 2014, Kenneth J. Gray, American soldier and politician (born 1924) passed away. In 2024, Tonke Dragt, Dutch children's writer and illustrator (born 1930) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Tom Holland (not that one) battles with Elon Musk over ‘Odyssey’
His name is Tom Holland, and he has plenty of strong opinions about “The Odyssey.”
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The Daily Beast
· Jul 6, 2026
Marvel Star Reveals What Made Him Think Christopher Nolan Hated His Acting on ‘The Odyssey’
Fandango/YouTubeSpider-Man star Tom Holland did not feel like a hero on his “daunting” first day on the set of The Odyssey, he revealed. Holland, 30, one of several actors in Christopher Nolan’s star-studded IMAX film, plays Telemachus in the epic. During a cast interview, Holland told Fandango why he thought the legendary director was disappointed with his performance on his first day. “I thought I was totally s--tting the bed,” Holland, 30, said, prompting laughter from Nolan and co-stars Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon.Read more at The Daily Beast.
Daily Mail
· Jul 9, 2026
Elon Musk dubs historian Tom Holland a 'c***' as he gets into 'woke row' over The Odyssey
Elon Musk dubs historian Tom Holland a 'c***' as he gets into 'woke row' over The Odyssey
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· Jul 12, 2026
New Star Wars book reveals how Andor made Star Wars history with one unique prop
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· Jul 8, 2026
Elon Musk is feuding with Tom Holland over ‘The Odyssey.’ No, not that Tom Holland.
Tom Holland, the historian, said that Elon Musk’s not watching the film was “his loss”. David Levenson/Getty Images Historian Tom Holland was drawn into a war of words with Elon Musk over upcoming film ‘The Odyssey.’ Holland shares his name with one of the film’s stars, leading to some online confusion. Musk insulted Holland, a []
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