Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1938, Wieger Mensonides, Dutch swimmer was born. In 1961, ČSA Flight 511 crashes at Casablanca-Anfa Airport in Morocco, killing 72. In 1966, Annabel Croft, English tennis player and sportscaster was born. In 1968, Catherine Plewinski, French swimmer was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 1994, Eila Campbell, English geographer and cartographer (born 1915) passed away. In 1995, Evania Pelite, Australian rugby union player was born. In 2001, Kaylee McKeown, Australian swimmer was born. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Wavepool Surf Tour – Registration Opens For The Alaïa Surf Challenge
The countdown to the first Wavepool Surf Tour event is underway, with registrations now open for the inaugural Alaïa Surf Challenge at Alaïa Bay in Switzerland. Taking place from 1 August to 25 October 2026, the Alaïa Surf Challenge is the opening event of the 2026/27 Wavepool Surf Tour season and the first opportunity for surfers []
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Kotaku
· Jul 10, 2026
The Water In This 2002 Surfing Game Is Blowing People’s Minds
Gnarly water Kelly Slater, most excellent dude
Brisbane Times
· Jun 22, 2026
Surf Hotel
Bridging the gap between restaurant dining and home cooking.
Wonkette
· Jul 2, 2026
Surf and turf! Wonkette One-A-Day for July 2, 2026!
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South Africa Today
· Jun 23, 2026
Herold’s Bay Delivers As Four Champions Emerge At Rip Curl Vic Bay Surf Pro Masencamp, Baum, Winter And Venter Celebrate Finals-Day Success
Masencamp, Baum, Winter And Venter Celebrate Finals-Day Success VICTORIA BAY, George, South Africa – Herold’s Bay delivered the perfect backup venue for Finals Day as four champions emerged from the Rip Curl Vic Bay Surf Pro QS 2,000 and inaugural Rip Curl Vic Bay Surf Pro Junior yesterday (June 21). With small surf forcing organisers []
The Olive Press
· Jul 6, 2026
The Costa de Almeria is bracing for a bumper summer season as 35,000 British holidaymakers prepare to jet in
THOUSANDS of British tourists are expected to visit Almeria’s coastline this summer after the local council launched a new promotion campaign alongside Jet2. Under a deal signed with Almeria town
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· Jul 7, 2026
These are the best travel board games I love to take with me on vacation
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Related coverage for "Wavepool Surf Tour – Registration Opens For The Alaïa Surf Challenge": Kotaku — The Water In This 2002 Surfing Game Is Blowing People’s Minds. Brisbane Times — Surf Hotel. Wonkette — Surf and turf! Wonkette One-A-Day for July 2, 2026!. South Africa Today — Herold’s Bay Delivers As Four Champions Emerge At Rip Curl Vic Bay Surf Pro Masencamp, Baum, Winter And Venter Celebrate Finals-Day Success. The Olive Press — The Costa de Almeria is bracing for a bumper summer season as 35,000 British holidaymakers prepare to jet in. https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EbTqVCYA64K6bMTASqJCYW.jpg — These are the best travel board games I love to take with me on vacation