Today in News History
On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1863, American Civil War: The New York City draft riots begin three days of rioting which will later be regarded as the worst in United States history. In 1922, Anker Jørgensen, Danish trade union leader and politician, 16th Prime Minister of Denmark (died 2016) was born. In 1930, The inaugural FIFA World Cup begins in Uruguay. In 1934, Aleksei Yeliseyev, Russian engineer and astronaut was born. In 1959, Fuziah Salleh, Malaysian politician was born. In 1960, Joy Davidman, American-English poet and author (born 1915) passed away. 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, Liu Xiang, Chinese hurdler 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 2020, Grant Imahara, American electrical engineer, roboticist, and television host (born 1970) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
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Us Weekly
· Jul 9, 2026
36 Best Movies on Hallmark (July 2026): ‘Snowbound for the Holidays’ and More
Deck the halls and hang those stockings because Hallmark is celebrating Christmas six months early in July. The cable channel and streamer loves all things holly and bright, and Watch With Us is in the festive mood this month. That’s why we’re recommending two new holiday-themed movies as part of Hallmark Channel’s Christmas in July []
TheJournal.ie
· Jun 27, 2026
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KROF – 960 AM – Lafayette
· Jul 1, 2026
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ZDNet
· Jul 3, 2026
The best July 4th deals: Save on Anker, Garmin, Apple, and more
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E! Online
· Jun 29, 2026
Your July 4 Look Needs Red, White & Blue Accessories (They Ship Fast)
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Hello Magazine
· Jun 30, 2026
Inside Graduate Fashion Week: The emerging designers on everyone's lips
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foodiecrush
· Jul 3, 2026
Friday Faves : July 3, 2026
It’s red, white, and blue flag-flying Friday Faves! What a time to cheer and celebrate! World Cup fever — we’re on to round 16! — celebrations for the grand 250 years of the good old U.S. of... The post Friday Faves : July 3, 2026 appeared first on foodiecrush.
MIT Technology Review
· Jul 9, 2026
Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US
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Mindanao Times
· Jul 9, 2026
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The Tribune
· Jun 25, 2026
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· May 7, 2026
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· Jul 2, 2026
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Latestly.com
· Jul 2, 2026
4th of July 2026: Surprising Facts for America 250, Fireworks and Celebration Guide
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Jamaica Information Service
· Jul 12, 2026
Local Artisans Laud ‘Christmas In July’ Trade Show
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Variety
· Jun 29, 2026
What’s Coming to Disney+ in July 2026
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Times of India
· Jul 3, 2026
Is July 3 a federal holiday? What is open and closed on Friday ahead of Fourth of July
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The Hill
· Jul 3, 2026
Live updates: Trump to headline Mount Rushmore's celebrations
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Euro Weekly News
· Jun 23, 2026
Alaró’s most colourful summer festival returns with five days of music, fire and tradition
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· Jan 6, 2026
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Tampa Free Press
· Jun 23, 2026
Exploding Bricks And 12-Minute Blasts: LEGOLAND Florida Unveils Its Biggest July 4th Fireworks Show Yet
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Washingtonian
· Jun 25, 2026
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WROK – 1440 AM – Rockford
· Jul 10, 2026
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Fark
· Jul 13, 2026
Happy Manhattanhenge for those who celebrate [Cool]
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Polygon
· Jul 3, 2026
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The Japan Times
· Jul 4, 2026
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· Jun 26, 2026
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Valencia International
· Nov 8, 2025
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Washington Examiner
· Jul 4, 2026
US celebrates its 250th birthday: PHOTOS
From sea to shining sea, Americans are celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers, parades, concerts, and patriotic displays as communities across the country mark a quarter millennium since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In New York, Macy’s will host 4th of July Fireworks featuring a new Brooklyn Bridge laser show. The []
BoingBoing
· Jul 8, 2026
Werwulf is coming just in time for Christmas!
Nothing says happy holidays like a new Robert Eggers film cast with his growing merry band of weirdos. With this in mind, it's gonna be a Christmas to remember as my favorite cinematic discomfort aficionado returns to theaters this December with Werwulf: a dread-filled imagining of a creature that has haunted the woods and dreams of European culture for hundreds if not thousands of years. — Read the rest The post Werwulf is coming just in time for Christmas! appeared first on Boing Boing.
The Independent
· Jul 4, 2026
Fireworks, extreme heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
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UPI
· Jul 7, 2026
Famous birthdays for July 7: Jim Gaffigan, Sarah Pidgeon
Famous birthdays for July 7: Jim Gaffigan, Sarah Pidgeon
Real Clear Politics
· Jun 30, 2026
How Trump Hijacked America's Birthday
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ComicBook.com
· Jul 1, 2026
Every New Movie & TV Series Coming to Free Streaming July 2026 – Tubi, Plex & Pluto TV Line-Ups
July has officially arrived and that means not only is it a month of celebration for Americans with the Fourth of July marking the 250th birthday of the country, but it is also a time for movie and television fans to celebrate new additions to streaming platforms for the new month. While premium streaming platforms []
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