Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1901, Gwendolyn Lizarraga, Belizean businesswoman, activist, and politician (died 1975) was born. In 1958, Hugo Sánchez, Mexican footballer, coach, and manager was born. In 1971, Pedro Rodríguez, Mexican racing driver (born 1940) passed away. In 1976, Eduardo Nájera, Mexican-American basketball player and coach was born. In 1984, Jacoby Jones, American football player (died 2024) was born. In 1986, Yoann Gourcuff, French footballer was born. In 2007, Alfonso López Michelsen, Colombian lawyer and politician, 32nd President of Colombia (born 1913) passed away. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. In 2015, Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán escapes from the maximum security Altiplano prison in Mexico, his second escape. In 2024, Monte Kiffin, American football coach (born 1940) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
World Cup duck Merlin meets Mexico’s president
Merlin, the pet duck in a mini Mexico shirt who likes carnitas tacos and has become a viral sensation and an unofficial mascot of the World Cup, met Mexico's president. #merlin #sheinbaum #mexico #fifaworldcup #duck #News #Reuters #Newsfeed Read the story here: https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/president-will-see-you-now-mexicos-world-cup-duck-meets-sheinbaum-2026-06-22/ 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en
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Mexico News Daily
· Jun 22, 2026
Merlin the duck waddles into Mexico’s National Palace, at Sheinbaum’s invitation
Merlin the Duck, wearing a Mexico soccer jersey, took center stage at President Claudia Sheinbaum’s morning press conference Monday. The post Merlin the duck waddles into Mexico’s National Palace, at Sheinbaum’s invitation appeared first on Mexico News Daily
ABC News
· Jun 22, 2026
Merlin the duck steals the spotlight at President Sheinbaum's news briefing
Merlín the duck, Mexico’s unofficial World Cup mascot, stole the spotlight at President Claudia Sheinbaum’s news briefing
CNN
· Jun 23, 2026
Merlin the duck meets Mexico's President Sheinbaum
Merlin the duck, who became a viral sensation during the 2026 World Cup, traded the streets of Mexico City for the presidential palace when President Claudia Sheinbaum welcomed him and his family to her morning press conference.
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jul 1, 2026
2026 World Cup: 7 countries qualify for Round of 16
Co-hosts Mexico are the seventh country to make it into the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. Javier Aguirre achieved the feat by beating Ecuador 2-0 on Wednesday morning. The two goals came in the first half from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez. Piero Hincapie picked up a 95th red card as Ecuador [] 2026 World Cup: 7 countries qualify for Round of 16
Egyptian Gazette
· Jul 10, 2026
Mexico appoints Marquez after W. Cup exit
MEXICO CITY — Former Mexico and Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez was named the country’s new head coach after Javier Aguirre stepped down following the co-host’s elimination from the World Cup. Mexico was beaten 3-2 by England in the last 16 in an epic game at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday. Marquez, who made 147 appearances [] The post Mexico appoints Marquez after W. Cup exit appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
Daily Mail
· Jul 5, 2026
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Related coverage for "World Cup duck Merlin meets Mexico’s president": Mexico News Daily — Merlin the duck waddles into Mexico’s National Palace, at Sheinbaum’s invitation. ABC News — Merlin the duck steals the spotlight at President Sheinbaum's news briefing. CNN — Merlin the duck meets Mexico's President Sheinbaum. Daily Post Nigeria — 2026 World Cup: 7 countries qualify for Round of 16. Egyptian Gazette — Mexico appoints Marquez after W. Cup exit. Daily Mail — Who are Mexico's WAGs? Meet the influencers, fashion designers and actresses cheering on England's opponents tonight