Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1562, Fray Diego de Landa, acting Bishop of Yucatán, burns the sacred idols and books of the Maya. In 1776, Captain James Cook begins his third voyage. In 1801, British ships inflict heavy damage on Spanish and French ships in the Second Battle of Algeciras. In 1918, The Imperial Japanese Navy battleship Kawachi blows up at Shunan, western Honshu, Japan, killing at least 621. In 1927, Conte Candoli, American trumpet player (died 2001) was born. In 1968, Catherine Plewinski, French swimmer was born. In 1969, Jesse Pintado, Mexican-American guitarist (died 2006) was born. In 1991, Pablo Carreño Busta, Spanish tennis player was born. In 2001, Kaylee McKeown, Australian swimmer was born. In 2012, A tank truck explosion kills more than 100 people in Okobie, Nigeria. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
When you're being sucked out to sea by a rip current, don't panic. Just, you know, sing and maybe make splashy sounds with your hands and see if you can spot any dolphins. Dolphins are cool [Unlikely]
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Related coverage for "When you're being sucked out to sea by a rip current, don't panic. Just, you know, sing and maybe make splashy sounds with your hands and see if you can spot any dolphins. Dolphins are cool [Unlikely]": Global News — ‘Extraordinarily rare’ dolphin sightings reported in B.C.’s waters. The Olive Press — WATCH: Anger as jet ski rider chases and harasses dolphins off popular Costa Blanca resort. The Independent — How to survive being sucked out to sea by a rip current . The West Australian — Shark warning issued as whale carcass washes onto Victoria’s Bells Beach. The korea Herald News — Dolphins seen carrying dead calves off Jeju raise concern. Kotaku — The Water In This 2002 Surfing Game Is Blowing People’s Minds