Today in News History
On June 22, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1807, In the Chesapeake-Leopard affair, the British warship HMS Leopard attacks and boards the American frigate USS Chesapeake. In 1918, Yeoh Ghim Seng, Singaporean politician, acting President of Singapore (died 1993) was born. In 1940, Monty Noble, Australian cricketer and sportscaster (born 1873) passed away. In 1945, World War II: The Battle of Okinawa comes to an end with an American flag-raising ceremony. In 1945, Isamu Chō, Japanese general (born 1895) passed away. In 1948, King George VI formally gives up the title "Emperor of India", half a year after Britain actually gave up its rule of India. In 1956, Markus Schatte, German footballer, manager, and coach was born. In 1963, Hokutoumi Nobuyoshi, Japanese sumo wrestler, the 61st Yokozuna was born. In 1965, The Treaty on Basic Relations between Japan and the Republic of Korea is signed. In 1986, The famous Hand of God goal, scored by Diego Maradona in the quarter-finals of the 1986 FIFA World Cup match between Argentina and England, ignites controversy. This was later followed by the Goal of the Century. Argentina wins 2-1 and later goes on to win the World Cup. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
VAR official who made hand gesture returns to duty

Video assistant referee (VAR) official Shaun Evans will return to duty for New Zealand's game against Egypt on Sunday (Monday, 02:00 BST).
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