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On June 21, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1921, Judy Holliday, American actress and singer (died 1965) was born. In 1945, World War II: The Battle of Okinawa ends when the organized resistance of Imperial Japanese Army forces collapses in the Mabuni area on the southern tip of the main island. In 1961, Iztok Mlakar, Slovenian actor and singer-songwriter was born. In 1965, Yang Liwei, Chinese general, pilot, and astronaut was born. In 1972, Nobuharu Asahara, Japanese sprinter and long jumper was born. In 1986, Hideaki Wakui, Japanese baseball player was born. In 2001, Soad Hosny, Egyptian actress and singer (born 1942) passed away. In 2012, Richard Adler, American composer and producer (born 1921) passed away. In 2014, Wong Ho Leng, Malaysian lawyer and politician (born 1959) passed away. In 2016, Pierre Lalonde, Canadian television host and singer (born 1941) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

US: Om chants echo across Times Square in New York on International Yoga Day

The Tribune

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June 21, 2026

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US: Om chants echo across Times Square in New York on International Yoga Day

The iconic Times Square resonated with chants of Om as hundreds of yoga enthusiasts, members of the Indian diaspora and wellness advocates gathered to celebrate the International Day of Yoga on June 21 (Sunday), highlighting the growing global appeal of the ancient India practice.

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