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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1859, Sidney Webb, 1st Baron Passfield, English economist and politician, Secretary of State for the Colonies (died 1947) was born. In 1864, John Jacob Astor IV, American colonel and businessman (died 1912) was born. In 1895, Sidney Blackmer, American actor (died 1973) was born. In 1911, Bob Steele, American radio personality (died 2002) was born. In 1922, Martin Dies Sr., American journalist and politician (born 1870) passed away. In 1931, Frank Ramsey, American basketball player and coach (died 2018) was born. In 1934, Peter Gzowski, Canadian journalist and academic (died 2002) was born. In 1946, Bob Kauffman, American basketball player and coach (died 2015) was born. In 1971, MF Doom, English-American rapper (died 2020) was born. In 2024, Richard Simmons, American fitness personality and public figure (born 1948) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Bill Simmons learns of Jaylen Brown trade after waking up from colonoscopy: ‘I think I’m dead’

Awful Announcing

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July 2, 2026

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The Jaylen Brown era of Boston Celtics basketball has come to an end, with the Cs trading Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George, a 2028 first-round pick, a 2031 first-round picks, and two second-round picks, ESPN’s Senior NBA insider Shams Charania reported on Monday. The trade was widely viewed by fans

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USA TODAY Sports

· Jul 2, 2026

Bill Simmons heard Jaylen Brown trade after anesthesia, thought 'I died'

Bill Simmons revealed his initial reaction to the Jaylen Brown trade on his podcast for NBA free agency. It featured anesthesia and a colonoscopy.

Awful Announcing

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· Jul 1, 2026

A decade in, The Ringer is re-embracing the intimacy of Bill Simmons’ earliest work

When a viewer presses play on an episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, newly available on Netflix since January, they are quickly hit with iconic catch phrases popularized by The Sports Guy over the course of his career: “Tyson Zone” “Body Language Doctor” “Ewing Theory” From Simmons’ early days at ESPN’s Page 2 and into

SB Nation

· Jun 27, 2026

YouTube Gold: A Terrifying Flight In The Early NBA

The old NBA was not for the weak.

Boston.com

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· Jun 25, 2026

NBA Insider on Jaylen Brown: ‘He’s going to get traded’

[Brad Stevens] obviously told him that there's a good chance that they're going to trade him. The post NBA Insider on Jaylen Brown: ‘He’s going to get traded’ appeared first on Boston.com.

MS NOW

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· Jul 10, 2026

Nolan Wells’ death is under investigation. But there already is an indictment.

Racism may not have been a factor in the Black teenager’s death, but the skepticism about how officials will handle the case is revealing — and damning. The post Nolan Wells’ death is under investigation. But there already is an indictment. appeared first on MS NOW.

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 10, 2026

George Floyd’s attorney is trying to politicize a black teenager’s death

After an African American teenager was found dead in Mississippi on Monday, his family hired prominent civil rights attorney Ben Crump to seek answers about the circumstances surrounding his death. Crump has a history of quickly framing similar cases in racial terms, and this case is likely to be no different. Mississippi teenage and college []

URL Media

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· Jul 6, 2026

The Black Suburban Dream is Now Leading to a New Wave of Gentrification

When Caleb Roberts moved from Milwaukee to Texas, he knew the story of Black people in Dallas being pushed out for generations. In Milwaukee, he helped to stop a 1 [] The post The Black Suburban Dream is Now Leading to a New Wave of Gentrification appeared first on URL Media.

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 11, 2026

How my mother’s terminal diagnosis gave me insight into the ED crisis – Michael Morrah

How my mother’s terminal diagnosis gave me insight into the ED crisis – Michael Morrah

E! Online

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· Jul 6, 2026

Millie Bobby Brown Says She Was a Gay Soldier in Her Past Life

Millie Bobby Brown believes strange things may have happened to her in a past life. The Stranger Things alum shared her hunch that she was a closeted gay soldier who suffered a painful death in a...

Yardbarker

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· Jul 2, 2026

Celtics botch Jaylen Brown trade with catastrophic 76ers deal

What are the Boston Celtics thinking?

ArcaMax

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· Jul 3, 2026

JK Simmons could have died young 'like James Dean'

Hollywood actor JK Simmons is convinced he would have died young like James Dean if he'd shot to fame in his 20s.

Lakers Nation

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· Jun 23, 2026

LeBron James Explains Why He Did Not Enjoy His NBA Draft Day Experience

Hearing your name called at the NBA Draft is an absolute dream for so many young basketball players growing up and that moment, and walking on the stage afterwards is a memory that will never be forgotten. For Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, that moment came back in 2003 when he was selected first []

Variety

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· Jul 4, 2026

‘I Will Find You’ Star Britt Lower on Rachel’s ‘Spidey Sense’ and Why [SPOILER] as the Murderous Villain Was ‘Perfect Casting’

SPOILER ALERT: This story includes key storylines and details about “I Will Find You,” now streaming on Netflix. Harlan Coben’s latest Netflix murder mystery series, “I Will Find You,” appears to have captured most everyone’s attention. Just look at the numbers. As Variety’s Jennifer Maas reported on Tuesday, “I Will Find You” had the streamer’s highest []

The Daily Signal

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· Jul 7, 2026

Victor’s Letter to Mamdani: You’re a Product of Privilege, At Least Act Grateful

Editor’s note: This is a lightly edited transcript of today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words” from Daily Signal Senior Contributor Victor Davis Hanson. Subscribe to Victor Davis Hanson’s own YouTube channel to watch past episodes. Victor Davis Hanson: [Zohran] Mamdani, I know what you mean by people not having because of the color of their skin. ...

CBS Sports

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· Jul 8, 2026

The next Jaylen Brown? Three high-paid NBA players whose contracts could eventually make them trade candidates

Brown was traded after the Celtics decided they didn't want to pay two players 70 of the cap, and he might not be the last cap casualty

Drudge Report

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· Jul 13, 2026

'I CANT DIE NOW'

'I CANT DIE NOW' (Main headline, 4th story, link) Related stories:WASHINGTON IN SHOCKLINDSEY GRAHAM DEAD'BRIEF AND SUDDEN ILLNESS'JUST RETURNED FROM UKRAINECONSPIRACIES SWIRL

The Advocate

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· Jul 8, 2026

Nolan Wells vanished on a Mississippi island. His case joins a troubling list of suspicious Black deaths

A nationally covered search for a missing Mississippi Black teen ended in tragedy when authorities found the body of Nolan Wells near Horn Island. But amid broad speculation about how the college freshman ended up dead after a boating trip with white peers in the Deep South, activists are asking whether, in the eyes of American justice, Black lives still matter.

CBC News

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· Jul 9, 2026

Alberta RCMP issue Amber Alert for 6-year-old boy

Police say Lanakai Morrison, 6, was taken on Tuesday. He may be with his mother, 35-year-old Krista Morrison. Daniel Judwig, 35, and Karl Morrison, 4, may be travelling with them.

UPI

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· Jun 23, 2026

Watch: Jake Johnson learns to play pickleball in 'The Dink'

Watch: Jake Johnson learns to play pickleball in 'The Dink'

The Beat

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· Jun 30, 2026

Video Interview: Billy West on VOICE-A-VERSA: FINDING MY VOICE(S) BEHIND THE MIC

Comics Beat catches up with Billy West about his new memoir Voice-A-Versa: Finding My Voice(s) Behind the Mic in this video interview.

The Daily Wire

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· Jun 21, 2026

WATCH: Tim Scott Has Bible-Based Father’s Day Message For Kids Growing Up Without Dads

Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) delivered a Bible-based — and very personal — Father’s Day message specifically aimed at children who were growing up without fathers. Scott joined CNN anchor Jake Tapper on Sunday morning’s broadcast of “State of the Union,” where he talked about the fact that he’d grown up from the age of seven ...

Yahoo Sports

· Jun 24, 2026

NBA Draft 2026: Champion Knicks trade back with Lakers, who pick Cameron Carr at No. 24

The Knicks proceeded to select Sergio de Larrea with the No. 25 pick.

Us Weekly

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· Jul 10, 2026

Jaylen Brown Says There’s ‘No Loyalty’ or ‘Love’ in NBA After Celtics Trade

Five-time NBA All-Star Jaylen Brown is still reeling from the Boston Celtics’ recent decision to trade him to the Philadelphia 76ers. Brown, 29, reflected on his whirlwind offseason on Thursday, July 9, during a live stream with streamer IShowSpeed as the two watched the France vs. Morocco World Cup quarterfinal match. “I just got traded. []

Tampa Free Press

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· Jun 21, 2026

South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott Opens Up On Forgiving His Father And Becoming A Stepdad

THE BREAKDOWN: During a special Father’s Day appearance on CNN’s “State of the Union,” South Carolina Senator Tim Scott shared his personal history of growing up in a single-parent household, his adult reconciliation with his father, and his new role as a stepfather. Scott discussed how his father’s departure when he was seven years old [] South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott Opens Up On Forgiving His Father And Becoming A Stepdad

Toronto Sun

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· Jul 2, 2026

Celtics to trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George: Report

Boston also receiving draft picks in the deal

KMJNow – Fresno

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· Jun 30, 2026

Report: LeBron James leaving Lakers, to play with another team

Superstar LeBron James informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he will continue his NBA career elsewhere, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN on Tuesda...

Health News | Mail Online

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· Jul 10, 2026

Callum had bubbles in his urine. Doctors told him not to worry... now he's on a transplant waiting list after being diagnosed with a disease that affects millions. Here are all the vital signs you can't ignore

Callum had bubbles in his urine. Doctors told him not to worry... now he's on a transplant waiting list after being diagnosed with a disease that affects millions. Here are all the vital signs you can't ignore

NewsOne

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· Jul 9, 2026

Nolan Wells Is Not The 1st: 10 Black Youth Whose Deaths Raised Serious Concerns

Nolan Wells' tragic death joins a long list of Black youth whose untimely demises have raised urgent questions about justice.

Sportico

· Jul 10, 2026

Kawhi Trade Value Could Change Based on Aspiration Scandal

The NBA’s investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers possibly circumventing the salary cap via a no-show endorsement deal with Kawhi Leonard has officially become a basketball controversy. The Clippers and the Toronto Raptors announced this week their trade involving Leonard is on hold pending the outcome of the league probe. The possibility that Leonard’s contract will be

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