Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1882, The British Mediterranean Fleet begins the Bombardment of Alexandria in Egypt as part of the Anglo-Egyptian War. In 1924, Charlie Tully, Northern Irish footballer and manager (died 1971) was born. In 1962, First transatlantic satellite television transmission. In 1963, Dean Richards, English rugby player and coach was born. In 1964, Craig Charles, English actor and TV presenter was born. In 1967, Andy Ashby, American baseball player and sportscaster was born. In 1969, Ned Boulting, British sports journalist and television presenter was born. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1991, Nigeria Airways Flight 2120 crashes in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, killing all 261 passengers and crew on board. In 2006, Mumbai train bombings: 209 people are killed in a series of bomb attacks in Mumbai, India. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.