Today in News History

On June 29, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1170, A major earthquake hits Syria, badly damaging towns such as Hama and Shaizar and structures such as the Krak des Chevaliers and the cathedral of St. Peter in Antioch. In 1925, Cara Williams, American actress (died 2021) was born. In 1927, Marie Thérèse Killens, Canadian politician was born. In 1929, Oriana Fallaci, Italian journalist and author (died 2006) was born. In 1957, María Conchita Alonso, Cuban-Venezuelan singer and actress was born. In 1958, Rosa Mota, Portuguese runner was born. In 1972, A Convair CV-580 and De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter collide above Lake Winnebago near Appleton, Wisconsin, killing 13. In 1981, Nicolás Vuyovich, Argentinian race car driver (died 2005) was born. In 1991, Suk Hyun-jun, South Korean footballer was born. In 2002, Naval clashes between South Korea and North Korea lead to the death of six South Korean sailors and sinking of a North Korean vessel. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.