Today in News History

On June 29, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1922, John William Vessey, Jr., American general (died 2016) was born. In 1949, Ann Veneman, American lawyer and politician, 27th United States Secretary of Agriculture was born. In 1976, The Seychelles become independent from the United Kingdom. In 1976, The Conference of Communist and Workers Parties of Europe convenes in East Berlin. In 1982, Lily Rabe, American actress was born. In 1982, Pierre Balmain, French fashion designer, founded Balmain (born 1914) passed away. In 2002, Naval clashes between South Korea and North Korea lead to the death of six South Korean sailors and sinking of a North Korean vessel. In 2006, Fabián Bielinsky, Argentinian director and screenwriter (born 1959) passed away. In 2007, Apple Inc. releases its first mobile phone, the iPhone. In 2014, The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant self-declares its caliphate in Syria and northern Iraq. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Verizon and BT Create Joint Venture for International Businesses

Bloomberg

June 29, 2026

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Verizon and BT Create Joint Venture for International Businesses

Verizon Communications Inc. and the UK’s BT Group Plc have agreed to create a joint venture for their international businesses that will have a combined yearly revenue of about 4 billion.

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