Today in News History

On July 11, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 937, Rudolph II of Burgundy (born 880) passed away. 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 1848, Waterloo railway station in London opens. In 1849, N. E. Brown, English plant taxonomist and authority on succulents (died 1934) was born. In 1897, Patrick Jennings, Irish-Australian politician, 11th Premier of New South Wales (born 1831) passed away. In 1909, Jacques Clemens, Dutch catholic priest (died 2018) was born. In 1918, Venetia Burney, English educator, who named Pluto (died 2009) was born. In 1943, Massacres of Poles in Volhynia and Eastern Galicia by the Ukrainian Insurgent Army within the Reichskommissariat Ukraine (Volhynia) peak. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. 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.

Twelfth celebrations begin with lighting of bonfires across several locations

The News Letter

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July 11, 2026

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Twelfth celebrations begin with lighting of bonfires across several locations

Twelfth of July celebrations have begun in Northern Ireland with the lighting of bonfires.

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Related coverage for "Twelfth celebrations begin with lighting of bonfires across several locations": The Local Norway — The best places to celebrate Sankthansaften in Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim . Polygon — July 4's hottest summer video game takes in one place. The Olive Press — EXPLAINER: What is behind Spain’s big San Juan celebrations as traditional beach bonfires are banned in some areas. Euro Weekly News — Alaró’s most colourful summer festival returns with five days of music, fire and tradition. Independent Journal Review — Juneteenth Marred By Nationwide Violence. Mehr News Agency — Farewell ceremonies of martyred Leader