Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1488, Joseon Dynasty official Choe Bu returned to Korea after months of shipwrecked travel in China. In 1562, Fray Diego de Landa, acting Bishop of Yucatán, burns the sacred idols and books of the Maya. In 1923, James E. Gunn, American science fiction author (died 2020) was born. In 1938, Eiko Ishioka, Japanese art director and graphic designer (died 2012) was born. In 1975, James Ormsbee Chapin, American painter and illustrator (born 1887) passed away. In 1977, Brock Lesnar, American mixed martial artist and wrestler was born. In 2007, Stan Zemanek, Australian radio and television host (born 1947) passed away. In 2010, Harvey Pekar, American author and critic (born 1939) passed away. In 2014, Nestor Basterretxea, Spanish painter and sculptor (born 1924) passed away. In 2024, Tonke Dragt, Dutch children's writer and illustrator (born 1930) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.