Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1806, James Smith, Irish-American lawyer and politician (born 1719) passed away. In 1864, American Civil War: Battle of Fort Stevens; Confederate forces attempt to invade Washington, D.C. In 1921, A truce in the Irish War of Independence comes into effect. In 1930, Ezra Vogel, American sociologist (died 2020) was born. In 1944, Michael Levy, Baron Levy, English philanthropist was born. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1968, Michael Geist, Canadian journalist and academic was born. In 1970, Sajjad Karim, English lawyer and politician was born. In 1974, Hermann Hreiðarsson, Icelandic footballer and manager was born. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

City Lowers Barriers for Durham Cultural Organizers Looking to Secure Event Funding

Indy Week

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July 10, 2026

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For years, the bulk of the Durham Cultural Advisory's Board funding has gone to a few large festivals and events. New changes may make the process more accessible to applicants planning smaller events.

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Cincinnati CityBeat

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· Jul 10, 2026

Families of Reds and Guardians come together for charity softball game

Ohio’s two Major League Baseball teams are coming together in a big way to support local charities. Later this month, the families of the Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Guardians are coming together for a charity softball game benefiting Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) and the Reds Community Fund, uniting baseball communities across Ohio [] The post Families of Reds and Guardians come together for charity softball game appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.

The Suburban

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· Jul 5, 2026

Upcoming community events at Pointe-Claire’s Stewart Hall in July

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The Barbed Wire

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· Jul 8, 2026

Meet the ‘Weird Moms’ of Fort Worth Who Embrace Diversity, Acceptance & Joy in North Texas

From meet and greets with local candidates to the “Weird Mom Prom,” this Fort Worth nonprofit is building community and changing perceptions about the kinds of people who live in the DFW metroplex.

Global News

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· Jun 27, 2026

Several Calgary festivals meeting with city councillors over costs and planning barriers

Festival organizers said the conversations are around increased support through a City of Calgary subsidy for festivals and events.

The korea Herald News

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· Jun 29, 2026

[Grace Kao] BTS strengthens family bonds

We often think of community among the members of idol groups or within their fandoms, but being part of a fandom can also bring families, and specifically sisters, closer together. A month ago, I traveled to Las Vegas, Nevada, to attend two of BTS' concerts. What was special about this trip was that I went with my two sisters. We shared a single hotel room for three nights and together we were fully immersed in the concert experience. It was a fun, unique and intense adventure — the three of us

Bisnow News

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· May 28, 2026

New Chapter: How Convene Plans To Scale Its Global Experiential Footprint

The future of meetings isn't defined by space alone but also by the experiences people remember and the ideas they inspire. At the forefront of this evolution is New York-based Convene Hospitality Group, or CHG. The multibranded hospitality company,...

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Related coverage for "City Lowers Barriers for Durham Cultural Organizers Looking to Secure Event Funding": Cincinnati CityBeat — Families of Reds and Guardians come together for charity softball game. The Suburban — Upcoming community events at Pointe-Claire’s Stewart Hall in July. The Barbed Wire — Meet the ‘Weird Moms’ of Fort Worth Who Embrace Diversity, Acceptance & Joy in North Texas. Global News — Several Calgary festivals meeting with city councillors over costs and planning barriers. The korea Herald News — [Grace Kao] BTS strengthens family bonds. Bisnow News — New Chapter: How Convene Plans To Scale Its Global Experiential Footprint