Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1928, Alastair Burnet, English journalist (died 2012) was born. In 1933, Victor Poor, American engineer, developed the Datapoint 2200 (died 2012) was born. In 1955, Timothy Garton Ash, English historian and author was born. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 1961, ČSA Flight 511 crashes at Casablanca-Anfa Airport in Morocco, killing 72. In 1995, Chinese seismologists successfully predict the 1995 Myanmar-China earthquake, reducing the number of casualties to 11. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2010, Harvey Pekar, American author and critic (born 1939) passed away. In 2015, Cheng Siwei, Chinese engineer, economist, and politician (born 1935) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

When things go wrong look for insights, not blame

ASCD SmartBrief

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July 9, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Name Calling

Instead of asking blame-oriented questions, such as Who caused this? that stifle open dialogue when things go sideways, Kar -More-

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Technique: Name Calling
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Times of India

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· Jul 2, 2026

Proverb of the day: 'Look before you leap' – a lesson on careful judgement and why one pause can change everything

The age-old saying 'Look before you leap' serves as a vital reminder to carefully ponder decisions prior to acting. This principle illustrates how rash choices in life can result in lasting repercussions. While embracing risk is part of growth, it insists on prioritizing strategic thought and preparation in our quick-paced, tech-savvy existence, guiding us to make wiser choices and avoid avoidable setbacks.

TwistedSifter

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· Jun 29, 2026

“Mind Your Own Business”: A Couple Intervened in a Teen Neighbor’s Life, and His Parents Fought Back

It can be hard to know if you did the right thing when your good intentions are met with hostility. The post “Mind Your Own Business”: A Couple Intervened in a Teen Neighbor’s Life, and His Parents Fought Back appeared first on TwistedSifter.

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jun 28, 2026

A positive look at failure

Setbacks can help shape successful ventures

Real Clear Politics

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· Jul 9, 2026

There's a Silver Lining to Democrats' Platner Disaster

Some on the left blinded themselves with ends-justify-the-means thinking. That backfired.

American Thinker

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· Jun 27, 2026

Leftists Share a Common Desire to be Miserable

Photo Credit: Perchance AILeftists seem to share an insatiable desire to seek out the miserable in everything.

Upworthy

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· Jul 8, 2026

‘Never disagree with anyone’: Behavioral scientist shares conflict-free trick to changing minds

Never start with disagreement. The post ‘Never disagree with anyone’: Behavioral scientist shares conflict-free trick to changing minds appeared first on Upworthy.

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Related coverage for "When things go wrong look for insights, not blame": Times of India — Proverb of the day: 'Look before you leap' – a lesson on careful judgement and why one pause can change everything. TwistedSifter — “Mind Your Own Business”: A Couple Intervened in a Teen Neighbor’s Life, and His Parents Fought Back. The Hindu BusinessLine — A positive look at failure. Real Clear Politics — There's a Silver Lining to Democrats' Platner Disaster. American Thinker — Leftists Share a Common Desire to be Miserable . Upworthy — ‘Never disagree with anyone’: Behavioral scientist shares conflict-free trick to changing minds