Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 939, Leo VII, pope of the Catholic Church passed away. In 1260, The Livonian Order suffers its greatest defeat in the 13th century in the Battle of Durbe against the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1983, Gabrielle Roy, Canadian engineer and author (born 1909) passed away. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 1988, DJ LeMahieu, American baseball player was born. In 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 1995, Space Shuttle Discovery is launched on STS-70 to deploy the TDRS-7 satellite. 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.

9 Best Portable Power Stations (2026), Tested for Capacity and Size

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July 8, 2026

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9 Best Portable Power Stations (2026), Tested for Capacity and Size

Whether you’re going off-grid or safeguarding against blackouts, these beefy, WIRED-tested batteries can keep the lights on.

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Mashable

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· Jul 9, 2026

Get the Jackery Solar Generator 300 for under $300 at Amazon

Find the best portable power station deal. Save 22 on the Jackery Solar Generator 300 with solar panel at Amazon.

Global News

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· Jun 23, 2026

The Curator: Best portable power stations on sale for Amazon Prime Day from Jackery, Bluetti & more

From camping companions to whole-home backup beasts, these portable power stations keep the good times going all summer long.

Bisnow News

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· May 21, 2026

How Properties And Internet Service Providers Can Ensure Renters Have Day 1 Connectivity

Multifamily renters don’t just want fast, reliable WiFi — they want it yesterday. The 2024 National Multifamily Housing Council/Grace Hill Renter Preferences Survey Report found that 87 of renters consider it “very important” or “absolutely...

One Green Planet

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· Jun 25, 2026

Store the Sun, Skip the Generator: Home Battery Backup Systems for 2026

Five EcoFlow power stations ranked from a grab-and-go 256Wh unit to a 2048Wh home-backup system — silent, fume-free, and solar-ready.

Caucasian Knot

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· Jul 7, 2026

80 closed gas stations resumed operations in Kuban

In the Krasnodar region, another 80 gas stations have opened, but fuel dispensing limits remain in place at most of them, reported Governor Veniamin Kondratiev.

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jun 28, 2026

Electrifying homes, vehicles, switching to solar power, could save NZ billions: Rewiring Aotearoa report

Electrifying homes, vehicles, switching to solar power, could save NZ billions: Rewiring Aotearoa report

UrduPoint

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· Jul 6, 2026

Solar systems, batteries distributed among 57 deserving families

Solar systems, batteries distributed among 57 deserving families

ZDNet

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· Jun 22, 2026

These portable power stations are up to 50% off on Amazon - and they're expert-approved

Portable power stations from Jackery, EcoFlow, Anker, and more are all discounted for Amazon's Prime Day sale this week.

The i Paper

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· Jul 2, 2026

The little-known home upgrade that could save you cash and stop power cuts

The small-but-mighty home battery could help you save hundreds on fluctuating electricity bills

BERNAMA

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· Jul 7, 2026

General : Johor Polls: KTMB Offers Additonal 7,464 ETS Train Tickets With 20 Pct Discount

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) is offering 7,464 additional seats for the southern sector Electric Train Service (ETS) in conjunction with the Johor state election this weekend.

Digital Trends

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· Jul 1, 2026

EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus Review: Portability meets serious firepower

Quick Review The EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus is a powerful portable power station built for homeowners who want reliable emergency backup without committing to a permanent whole-home battery installation. With a 3,072Wh LFP battery, 3,600W continuous inverter output, and the ability to expand up to 11kWh with additional battery packs, it occupies a sweet []

Tehran Times

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· Jul 11, 2026

NIORDC announces issuance of 223 licenses, operation of 27 electric vehicle charging stations

TEHRAN- The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) said that since the beginning of the Iranian year 1404 (March 2025), 223 licenses have been issued by the company for the construction of electric vehicle charging stations at fuel supply stations, and 27 stations have been put into operation.

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jul 13, 2026

NTPC board clears ₹20,456.7 crore Lara Stage-III power project in Chhattisgarh

The project comprises two 800 MW units to help meet rising power demand

Kuwait Times

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· Jul 8, 2026

Power supply restored to all affected areas

KUWAIT : Power supply has been restored to all residential areas hit by blackout last night, said Kuwait’s Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy. The feeding works...

Our News Bahamas

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· Jul 7, 2026

Local Generator Sales Spike Amid Blackouts

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Widespread power outages across New Providence is sparking a sharp increase in demand for backup power. Business Development Manager, Barry Nairn says generator sales are up by at least 25 across the industry, adding that residents aren't just responding to recent blackouts, they're preparing for what could be an active hurricane season.

Fox Business

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· Jul 2, 2026

Check your AC: 13,000 units recalled over fire risk

More than 13,000 air conditioning units were recalled for a fire hazard as a dangerous heatwave hits two-thirds of the U.S. ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.

The Motley Fool

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· Jul 11, 2026

The Nuclear Energy Comeback Is Real. These 3 Energy Stocks Are the Best Ways to Play the Revival.

Nuclear power provides reliable baseload power, which is increasingly important as demand for electricity skyrockets.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jun 28, 2026

YTL Power berdepan cabaran bekalan elektrik bagi perluasan pusat data

PETALING JAYA: Keupayaan mendapatkan bekalan elektrik tambahan dikenal pasti sebagai antara cabaran utama yang perlu ditangani segera oleh YTL Power International Berhad dalam usaha merealisasikan sasaran pengembangan agresif pusat data (DC) sehingga kapasiti 2.4 gigawatt (GW), menurut MBSB Research. Firma penyelidikan itu berkata, selain isu bekalan elektrik, syarikat juga memerlukan perbelanjaan modal yang besar bagi ... Read more The post YTL Power berdepan cabaran bekalan elektrik bagi perluasan pusat data appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Scary Mommy

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· Jul 1, 2026

Scary Mommy Readers' Choice Awards 2026 Best Portable Power Brands

You’re always on the go anyway; make sure you stay powered up.

Korea Times News

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· Jun 28, 2026

HD Hyundai Electric boosts capacity 70% with new automated Cheongju power distribution

HD Hyundai Electric boosts capacity 70% with new automated Cheongju power distribution

Malay Mail

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· Jul 7, 2026

Johor election: KTMB ramps up ETS services with 20pc discount

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 — Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) is ramping up its Electric Train Service (ETS) capacity...

Romania Insider

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· Jul 1, 2026

Romania’s Electrica secures grid connection permits for 17 battery energy storage projects totaling 700 MWh

Romania’s Electrica secures grid connection permits for 17 battery energy storage projects totaling 700 MWh

Mexico News Daily

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· Jun 22, 2026

New combined-cycle power plant in Baja California to lower bills and emissions

Alongside the plant's inauguration, the government announced a record electricity subsidy of 1.485 billion pesos (US 85.5 million) for Mexicali and San Felipe residents. The post New combined-cycle power plant in Baja California to lower bills and emissions appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Business Today

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· Jun 24, 2026

Juniper Green Energy commissions India’s largest wind turbine 

Adds over 82 MW of wind capacity across multiple projects, strengthening its renewable energy portfolio

Daily NK English

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· Jul 13, 2026

Behind Sinuiju’s brighter nights, a widening electricity divide

Electricity supply in Sinuiju, North Pyongan province, has improved somewhat in 2026 compared with last year. Neighborhoods near provincial and city party offices, the National Intelligence Agency (former Ministry of State Security), the Ministry of Social Security, customs offices and trading companies, along with apartments in the city center, now receive an average of six []

Hungary Today

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· Jun 30, 2026

MVM Completes Multi-Billion Forint Energy Storage Investment in Ajka

With an investment of more than ten billion forints, the MVM Group’s gas turbine power plant in Ajka, western Hungary, has been expanded with a battery energy storage system. The project was officially handed over on Monday. Károly Mátrai, CEO of the MVM Group, emphasized that the 57 megawatt-hour energy storage system was implemented at [] The post MVM Completes Multi-Billion Forint Energy Storage Investment in Ajka appeared first on Hungary Today.

San Antonio Current

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· Jun 26, 2026

This San Antonio home for sale has a horse barn and room for livestock — even though it’s in city limits

A property recently listed for 1.2 million offers the independence typically associated with country living — even though it’s located within San Antonio city limits. Located on just over five acres in the Alamo Farmsteads neighborhood of West San Antonio, the 3,572-square-foot home features a high-capacity 25kW solar power system, a propane-powered, whole-house backup generator [] The post This San Antonio home for sale has a horse barn and room for livestock — even though it’s in city limits appeared first on San Antonio Current.

TechCrunch

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· Jun 25, 2026

a16z-backed Base Power is offering cheaper electricity to the power grid that needs it most

Base Power is skipping the PJM's troubled interconnection queue by placing its batteries at people's homes, offering backup services in exchange.

The West Australian

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· Jul 10, 2026

Top five large seven-seat PHEV family SUVs in 2026

There are plenty of family-friendly five-seat PHEVs, but sometimes you need more space. Here are the best options with three rows.

The Olive Press

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· Jun 22, 2026

Marbella switches on new €9.3 million San Pedro substation after string of power cuts constrain ‘numerous Costa del Sol projects’

AYUNTAMIENTO de Marbella has turned on its new electricity service station in San Pedro, designed to maintain the city’s power and protect grids from surges. San Pedro’s new electric substation

ArcaMax

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· Jul 9, 2026

Not everyone is leaving California -- new commercial battery maker sets up shop in Sacramento

The lithium-ion batteries that supply much of today’s clean energy come with some infamous drawbacks, from fire risk to reliance on foreign mining. Alternatives have been slow to get off the ground. But California start-up Peak Energy ...

The Rising Nepal

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· Jul 9, 2026

Setikhola Hydropower Project starts production

Kaski, July 9: The Setikhola Hydropower Project has started power production. Located at Pokhara Metropolitan City-33 in...

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