Today in News History
On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1922, John Amis, English journalist and critic (died 2013) was born. In 1930, Brian Statham, English cricketer (died 2000) was born. In 1940, World War II: RMS Lancastria is attacked and sunk by the Luftwaffe near Saint-Nazaire, France. At least 3,000 are killed in Britain's worst maritime disaster. In 1943, Newt Gingrich, American historian and politician, 58th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives was born. In 1951, John Garrett, Canadian ice hockey player and sportscaster was born. In 1956, Iain Milne, Scottish rugby player was born. In 1964, Steve Rhodes, English cricketer and coach was born. In 1968, Steve Georgallis, Australian rugby league player and coach was born. In 2011, Rex Mossop, Australian rugby player and sportscaster (born 1928) passed away. In 2017, A series of wildfires in central Portugal kill at least 64 people and injure 204 others. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
What channel is England World Cup game on and who are the pundits?
Sam Matterface is expected to be lead commentator, with Lee Dixon on co-commentary
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