Today in News History

On July 7, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1770, The Battle of Larga between the Russian Empire and the Ottoman Empire takes place. In 1921, Ezzard Charles, American boxer (died 1975) was born. In 1944, Emanuel Steward, American boxer and trainer (died 2012) was born. In 1970, Wayne McCullough, Northern Irish boxer was born. In 1975, Louis Koen, South African rugby player was born. In 1978, Francisco Mendes, Guinea-Bissau lawyer and politician, 1st Prime Minister of Guinea-Bissau (born 1933) passed away. In 1990, Bill Cullen, American television panelist and game show host (born 1920) passed away. In 2005, A series of four explosions occurs on London's transport system, killing 56 people, including four suicide bombers, and injuring over 700 others. In 2006, A shootout happens in Spiritwood, Canada, killing 2 Royal Canadian Mounted Police and wounding a 3rd officer. In 2007, The first Live Earth benefit concert was held in 11 locations around the world. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.