Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 574, John III, pope of the Catholic Church passed away. In 884, Huang Chao, Chinese rebel leader (born 835) passed away. In 939, Leo VII, pope of the Catholic Church passed away. In 1470, Francesco Armellini Pantalassi de' Medici, Catholic cardinal (died 1528) was born. In 1590, Pope Clement X (died 1676) was born. In 1910, Loren Pope, American journalist and author (died 2008) was born. In 1919, Hau Pei-tsun, 13th Premier of the Republic of China (died 2020) was born. In 1970, Sheng Shicai, Chinese warlord (born 1895) passed away. In 1997, Leo Howard, American actor and martial artist was born. In 2024, Chino Trinidad, Filipino sports journalist and executive (born 1967) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Billionaire Peter Thiel believes that Pope Leo XIV serves as a "Chinese communist agent"

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Billionaire Peter Thiel believes that Pope Leo XIV serves as a "Chinese communist agent"

Billionaire venture capitalist Peter Thiel has criticized Pope Leo XIV over his call for stronger regulation of artificial intelligence, claiming the pontiff's position could unintentionally benefit China, AzerNEWS reports.

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UPI

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· Jul 1, 2026

Kim Jong Un vows stronger ties with China in letter to Xi

Kim Jong Un vows stronger ties with China in letter to Xi

Off The Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

UN Ambassador Waltz: Cuba’s regime ‘is a national security threat’

United Nations Ambassador Mike Waltz on Sunday said Cuba’s regime is “a national security threat,” as the Trump administration keeps its sights on the Caribbean island nation amid rising tensions. Waltz accused China and Russia of “collecting information around our military bases in Cuba” during an interview on “Sunday Morning Futures” with Fox News’s Maria []...Click to read more

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 6, 2026

Norway urges China to help bring Russia to Ukraine peace talks

Norway wants China to use its ties to the Russian leadership to help bring about a negotiated settlement to the war in Ukraine, also for the sake of better relations with Europe, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said on Monday. “China is probably the country with the ‌best and most direct access to the Russian leadership. We expect, hope and strongly urge China to use that channel,” he told reporters after meeting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Oslo. The biggest chunk of their...

The Week

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· Jul 10, 2026

Is the Russia-China relationship a threat to Nato?

Is the Russia-China relationship a threat to Nato?

Sky News Australia

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· Jun 21, 2026

Trump blasts Meloni again as feud intensifies

The feud between US President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is intensifying. ​It began when Mr Trump revealed he took pictures with Ms Meloni at the G7 only after she "begged" for a photo. ​Italy's prime minister has denied the claims, instead telling Trump to focus on his own popularity. ​In a post to Truth Social, Mr Trump said: ​“After spending trillions of dollars on NATO, Italy, and its prime minister, wouldn’t even think of becoming involved with the Islamic Republic of Iran and their very serious nuclear threat. For decades, we defend them but, when tested, they are not there to defend us, and the rest of the world. Not good!”

Times of India

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· Jul 5, 2026

Xi says ready to work with Kim for 'long-term, sound and stable' China-North Korea ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed readiness to work with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to foster long-term, stable bilateral ties. This comes amid escalating regional tensions and Pyongyang's deepening military collaboration with Russia. Xi's message, in response to Kim's congratulatory note, highlighted the historical bond and commitment to strengthening their strategic partnership, underscoring China's crucial economic role for North Korea.

The Hill

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· Jul 12, 2026

UN Ambassador Waltz: Cuba's regime 'is a national security threat'

United Nations Ambassador Mike Waltz on Sunday said Cuba's regime is a national security threat, as the Trump administration keeps its sights on the Caribbean island nation amid rising tensions. Waltz accused China and Russia of collecting information around our military bases in Cuba during an interview on Sunday Morning Futures with Fox News's Maria...

brazilnews.net

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· Jul 6, 2026

Interview: China plays key role in global governance, says Belarusian expert

MINSK, July 6 (Xinhua) -- The Communist Party of China (CPC), over the past 105 years, has led China's transformation into an important actor in global governance, Anastasia Savinykh, analyst at the Belarusian Institute for Strategic Research, said in an interview with Xinhua.With its role in international affairs significantly enhanced, China has become a key player in improving global governance, boosting econ

Daily NK English

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· Jul 7, 2026

North Korea offers custom deals to attract China

Chinese investors visiting North Korea are increasingly favoring a phased approach to their investments. They weigh profitability at each stage before committing more capital. North Korea, in turn, is actively pitching customized cooperation models to draw in that Chinese money. Chinese business owners and private investors have steadily increased their visits to North Korea this []

BRICS News

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· Jun 22, 2026

[Photo] JUST IN: 🇨🇳🇺🇸 China imposes sanctions on several American companies in retaliation for [...]

JUST IN: China imposes sanctions on several American companies in retaliation for US restrictions on Chinese tech firms.@BRICSNews

Intel Slava

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· Jun 29, 2026

[Photo] 🇧🇾🇨🇳⚡️ — After a visit to Russia, Lukashenko arrived in China.The meeting with Xi Jin [...]

— After a visit to Russia, Lukashenko arrived in China.The meeting with Xi Jinping has already begun.@Intelslava

Korea Times News

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· Jul 1, 2026

N. Korea's Kim vows strong ties with China on founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

N. Korea's Kim vows strong ties with China on founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

UrduPoint

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· Jul 2, 2026

China to send envoy to Tehran for funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader

China to send envoy to Tehran for funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader

Townhall

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· Jun 25, 2026

Tucker Carlson Isn't the Only Prominent Former MAGA Supporter Leaving the GOP

Tucker Carlson Isn't the Only Prominent Former MAGA Supporter Leaving the GOP

The Hankyoreh

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· Jul 13, 2026

Premiers of North Korea, China talk expanding economic cooperation and exchanges

Premiers of North Korea, China talk expanding economic cooperation and exchanges

Presstv

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· Jun 25, 2026

Araghchi urges formal Italian rejection of bases used by US against Iran

Iran’s foreign minister has called on Rome to formally reject claims by NATO’s chief that US forces used military bases in Italy during the recent US-Israeli aggression against Iran.

Yemen News Agency - SABA

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· Jul 8, 2026

Chinese ambassador to Tehran: Intel community must respect Iran's rights in Strait of Hormuz

Chinese ambassador to Tehran: Intel community must respect Iran's rights in Strait of Hormuz

Focus Taiwan

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· Jul 1, 2026

Control Yuan probing workplace bullying case: Official

Taipei, July 1 (CNA) The Control Yuan has launched an investigation into a workplace bullying case involving Taiwan's suspended trade representative Yang Jen-ni (楊珍妮), a Cabinet official said Wednesday.

China Global Television Network

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· Jun 19, 2026

China welcomes ROK's reaffirmed stance on one-China principle

China views the remarks by a Foreign Ministry official of the Republic of Korea (ROK) positively, who has publicly reiterated in its entirety the language on Taiwan in the China-ROK joint communique on the establishment of diplomatic relations, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Thursday.

Bloomberg

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· Jun 24, 2026

Stocks Rise on Signs US Economy Is in Good Shape: Markets Wrap

Wall Street traders lifted stocks as signs the world’s largest economy remains solid despite elevated inflation bolstered bets that Corporate America’s earnings will keep powering ahead.

Brisbane Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

He coached Australia to Olympic sevens gold. Now he’s tasked with winning a 15-a-side World Cup

Successful sevens coach Tim Walsh has been appointed the new tsar of Aussie women’s rugby ahead of a home World Cup in 2029 and an Olympics in 2032.

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jul 1, 2026

China Stocks Gain on Strong Factory Data and Xi Growth pledge

Chinese stocks advanced after fresh manufacturing data pointed to sustained factory expansion and President Xi Jinping reaffirmed his commitment to promoting high-quality economic development. The upbeat market reaction reflected growing optimism over the resilience of China’s industrial sector and the continued strength of technology and innovation-driven industries. However, investor sentiment remains tempered by concerns over [] The post China Stocks Gain on Strong Factory Data and Xi Growth pledge appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Reuters

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· Jul 9, 2026

Why China might put curbs on overseas use of its top AI models

Chinese authorities have held meetings with top tech firms over the past month about potentially restricting overseas access to China's most advanced AI models, including those yet to be released, three people familiar with the discussions said. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #china #artificialintelligence #ai Read the story here: https://reut.rs/44kjcPK 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Investing.com

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· Jul 10, 2026

Tencent in talks to become largest shareholder in China’s Manus- FT

Tencent in talks to become largest shareholder in China’s Manus- FT

TASS

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· Jul 4, 2026

China to develop relations with Iran unwaveringly — deputy head of parliament

He Wei stressed that China is ready to work with the Iranian side to make efforts to ensure a stable and long-term development of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries

Fox News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Waltz warns of Chinese, Russian-fueled ‘national security threat’ looming close to US shores

Mike Waltz says China and Russia maintain intelligence posts in Cuba, collecting information around U.S. military bases just off American shores.

Trend News Agency

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· Jul 9, 2026

China, Russia and Italy remain Kazakhstan’s largest foreign trade partners

China, Russia and Italy remain Kazakhstan’s largest foreign trade partners

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 11, 2026

Chinese premier urges enhancing 'strategic coordination, cooperation' with North Korea

Li Qiang hosts North Korean counterpart Pak Thae Song in Beijing

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 7, 2026

MTG Offers Wild Theory About Mitch McConnell’s Wife

Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty ImagesMAGA exile Marjorie Taylor Greene shared a bizarre theory about Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell’s wife, Elaine Chao.The former MAGA darling turned critic told TMZ DC on Tuesday that she believes Chao is a “communist Chinese spy.”“I think it’s extremely serious, and I’d like to say shame on the Republican Party for, uh, just basically staying silent while such a powerful Republican senator is basically laying in a hospital like a vegetable,” Greene told TMZ DC’s Jacob Wasserman. “And his wife flew to China and met with the vice president of China, just days after he basically died and they brought him back with CPR and took him to the hospital.”Read more at The Daily Beast.

Get French Football News

· Jun 23, 2026

Official I Michele Kang to become Lyon’s sole majority shareholder

Michele Kang is set to become the sole majority shareholder of Olympique Lyonnais. The American has reached an agreement with Ares, the main creditor of Eagle Football Bidco, and Cork Gully, the liqui...

The Economist

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· Jul 9, 2026

China’s capital markets take on Xi Jinping’s tech ambitions

The comeback they are staging may not be enough

Yonhap News Agency

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· Jul 9, 2026

(URGENT) N. Korea's premier to visit China to attend event marking 65th anniv. of signing of friendship treaty: KCNA

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The Motley Fool

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· Jun 22, 2026

2 Nuclear Stocks Worth Buying After the SpaceX IPO

SpaceX is shedding light on how important energy is for AI.

NK News

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· Jul 9, 2026

North Korea’s premier to visit China to celebrate alliance treaty

North Korea’s premier will travel to China for a two-day visit starting Friday to mark the 65th anniversary of a bilateral alliance treaty Sunday, DPRK and Chinese state media reported. Pak Thae Song will head a party and government delegation at the invitation of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the []

The Economic Times

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· Jun 24, 2026

China ready to properly handle sensitive issues: Wang Yi

China ready to properly handle sensitive issues: Wang Yi

Arab Times Online

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· Jun 28, 2026

Italy Condemns Iranian Attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, Urges Restraint

ROME, Jun 28: Italy on Sunday condemned Iran's latest attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, warning that further escalation could undermine recent diplomatic efforts aimed at easing tensi...

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