Today in News History

On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1464, Rogier van der Weyden, Flemish painter (born 1400) passed away. In 1913, Robert Mondavi, American winemaker and philanthropist (died 2008) was born. In 1918, Alf Francis, West Prussia-born, English motor racing mechanic and race car constructor (died 1983) was born. In 1943, Elias Degiannis, Greek commander (born 1912) passed away. In 1951, Ian Hargreaves, English-Welsh journalist and academic was born. In 1972, Staines air disaster: One hundred eighteen people are killed when a BEA H.S. Trident crashes minutes after takeoff from London's Heathrow Airport. In 1978, Wang Liqin, Chinese table tennis player was born. In 1982, Nadir Belhadj, French-Algerian footballer was born. In 1990, Derek Stepan, American ice hockey player was born. In 1994, The Troubles: Members of the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) attack a crowded pub with assault rifles in Loughinisland, Northern Ireland. Six Catholic civilians are killed and five wounded. It was crowded with people watching the 1994 FIFA World Cup. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.