Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1606, Roland Fréart de Chambray (died 1676) was born. In 1892, Jonni Myyrä, Finnish-American discus and javelin thrower (died 1955) was born. In 1905, Magda Foy, American child actress (died 2000) was born. In 1944, Ernő Rubik, Hungarian game designer, architect, and educator, invented the Rubik's Cube was born. In 1951, Rob Bishop, American educator and politician was born. In 1956, The Dartmouth workshop is the first conference on artificial intelligence. In 1973, Watergate scandal: Alexander Butterfield reveals the existence of a secret Oval Office taping system to investigators for the Senate Watergate Committee. In 2006, Red Buttons, American actor (born 1919) passed away. In 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. In 2013, Typhoon Soulik kills at least nine people and affects more than 160 million in East China and Taiwan. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

30 magic tricks anyone can learn at home

Quartz

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July 9, 2026

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30 magic tricks anyone can learn at home

From the French drop to self-working card miracles, these 30 beginner-friendly tricks use coins, cards, rubber bands and household items you already own

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