Coverage dated October 21, 2026

Today in History: October 21, Pistorius convicted in shooting death

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Today is Wednesday, Oct. 21, the 294th day of 2026. There are 71 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 21, 2014, Paralympic runner Oscar Pistorius was convicted of culpable homicide for shooting and killing his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.

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The Boston Globe
Today in history: Pistorius convicted in shooting death (opens The Boston Globe)
Published Oct 21, 2026
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Today is Wednesday, Oct. 21, the 294th day of 2026. There are 71 days left in the year.
WTOP Washington DC
Today in History: October 21, Pistorius convicted in shooting death (opens WTOP Washington DC)
Published Oct 21, 2026
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Today is Wednesday, Oct. 21, the 294th day of 2026. There are 71 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 21, 2014, Paralympic runner Oscar Pistorius was convicted of culpable homicide for shooting and killing his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.

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