Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 716, Rui Zong, Chinese emperor (born 662) passed away. In 1402, Nanjing surrenders to Zhu Di without a fight, ending the Jingnan campaign. The Jianwen Emperor disappears and his family is incarcerated. In 1919, Hau Pei-tsun, 13th Premier of the Republic of China (died 2020) was born. In 1925, Huang Zongying, Chinese actress and writer (died 2020) was born. In 1950, Ma Ying-jeou, Hong Kong-Taiwanese commander and politician, 12th President of the Republic of China was born. In 1970, Sheng Shicai, Chinese warlord (born 1895) passed away. In 1982, Shin-Soo Choo, South Korean baseball player was born. In 1983, Liu Xiang, Chinese hurdler was born. In 2001, Kim Sin-jin, South Korean footballer was born. 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.

Cute squishy toys from China urgently recalled for containing toxic chemical

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June 25, 2026

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DNyuz

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· Jun 21, 2026

Popular teething toy sold on Amazon recalled after multiple choking incidents

A teething toy that has been sold on Amazon for years is being recalled after at least three reports of choking, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The GOPO TOYS Pull String Teething Toys “violate the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted,” the commission []

Polygon

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· Jun 25, 2026

These adorable Pokémon Pokopia plushies are already selling out

Act fast if you want to take home these cuddly critters

Fox Business

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· Jun 21, 2026

Popular teething toy sold on Amazon for years recalled over choking hazard for children

GOPO TOYS Pull String Teething Toys sold on Amazon are recalled after at least three choking reports. Over 70,000 units pose a deadly hazard.

Bon Appétit

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· Jun 23, 2026

Gruns Superfood Gummies Are on Sale Now: Here's My Honest Review

The brand makes some bold health claims, but are they legit?

Irish Mirror

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· Jun 24, 2026

Children's toy removed from marketplace amid choking fears

The toy was recalled as it contains small parts which can detach

Hello Magazine

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· Jun 25, 2026

90s toys that were banned for being too dangerous – including iconic doll that caused fires

Do you remember playing with any of these toys? From Rollerblade Barbie to slap bracelets, discover the toys that got banned due to their hidden dangers

Mindanao Times

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· Jul 3, 2026

EcoWaste Coalition echoes FDA B.E.A.T. reminders on musical toys

QUEZON CITY — The EcoWaste Coalition lauded the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for disseminating toy safety reminders well ahead of the toy gift-giving season, which typically peaks in December

The Week

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· Jul 9, 2026

Minions and Monsters: yellow goofballs return for ‘world-class slapstick’

Minions and Monsters: yellow goofballs return for ‘world-class slapstick’

WGBF – 1280 AM – Evansville

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· Jul 9, 2026

Kentucky's Monkey Slug Caterpillar Is Weird Looking and Venomous

Kentucky's Monkey Slug Caterpillar Is Weird Looking and Venomous

One Green Planet

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· Jul 3, 2026

15 Refreshing Dairy-Free Popsicles for 4th of July!

These dairy-free popsicles from the Food Monster App are ones you can whip up for any summer day, or whenever you feel like having a sweet treat!

ABC7 New York

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· Jul 7, 2026

Set sail with Moana: Must-have toys for every little explorer to join in the fun for the new film

Unleash the magic of Moana: Shop our ultimate toy list to celebrate the release of the new live-action film.

Super Cute Kawaii!!

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· Jun 23, 2026

Cheeky Monkey Buys & DIYs

These cute picks and DIYs will add a little more monkey business to your life with Monchhichi, banana tree, keychain, nail art more. The post Cheeky Monkey Buys DIYs appeared first on Super Cute Kawaii!!.

Saudi Gazette

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· Jul 9, 2026

Saudi Arabia recalls 22 Boon baby bottles over choking risk

RIYADH — The Ministry of Commerce has announced the recall of 22 baby feeding products after identifying a potential choking hazard for children. The recall applies to Boon's NURSH 8 oz. Silicone Baby Bottle 3-Pack (Product No. B11654). The ministry said parts of the bottle's outer plastic shell may peel or detach, posing a choking hazard. Issued in cooperation with the Defective Products Recall Center, the recall applies to products sold through Mumzworld. Consumers are urged to stop using the product immediately and contact the retailer to return it for a replacement or a full refund of the purchase price. For more information, the ministry explains customers can contact Mumzworld.

Cosmopolitan

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· Jul 6, 2026

I’m Seeing Studded Wooden Clogs All Over New York Street Style—This $90 Pair From Mango Is My Chicest Find

We’re fully in our nostalgic shoe era!

E! Online

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· Jun 22, 2026

These On-Sale Jelly Shoes Are Y2K, But Grown Up in the Chicest Way

The jelly shoes of your childhood are the official cool girl sandal of summer 2026, and with tons of insane Amazon deals on the Y2K throwback, there's no better time to treat yourself to a...

NDTV

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· Jun 29, 2026

Squishy Toy Trend Leaves Children With Severe Burns: Here's What's Happening

In this trend, children microwave unsafe squishy toys, which can explode without warning, spraying scalding hot gel that sticks to the skin.

TheGamer

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· Jul 3, 2026

Yum Yum Yoshi Toy With An Extendable Magnetic Tongue Revealed

Nintendo has revealed a new Yoshi toy with an extendable tongue that it can use to pick up matching toy fruit.

Off The Press

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· Jul 6, 2026

Firm Allegedly Orders Dog Food Destroyed Over Metal And Plastic, Learns It Was Sold Anyway

Mars Petcare U.S., Inc. issued a voluntary recall of PEDIGREE® dog food that potentially has sharp metal or plastic pieces inside, alleging that they attempted to have it destroyed but it was sold anyway. The firm issued the recall for PEDIGREE Can High Protein Chopped Chicken Duck Flavor 13.2oz with the LOT Codes 613C3KKCFC []...Click to read more

The Daily Wire

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· Jun 29, 2026

Adult Content Hidden Inside Popular Toy Goes Viral

A major toy manufacturer is under fire after one outraged parent realized an item marketed to children as young as 3 had inappropriate and sexual content printed on it. Zuru Mini Brands sells a miniature toy version of the popular Colleen Hoover romance novel “Without Merit,” which apparently includes actual lines of text that can ...

Wired

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· Jul 12, 2026

28 Best STEM Toys for Kids (2026): Learning Made Fun

We found lots of math-filled and science-rich toys for tiny nerds to assemble, bake, squish—or even tear apart and rebuild.

Kitchn

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· Jun 23, 2026

The "Gorgeous" Pyrex Bowls That Will Make You Quit Plastic Food Containers

And they're on sale! READ MORE...

Eyewitness News Bahamas

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· Jul 2, 2026

Police urge parents to watch for marijuana-infused edibles disguised as everyday snacks and candy

NASSAU,BAHAMAS: The Royal Bahamas Police Force is urging parents and legal guardians to remain vigilant as marijuana-infused edible products disguised as popular snacks and candies continue to pose a serious risk to children. Police say these products are often packaged to closely resemble well-known candies, cookies, cereals, chips, and other treats, making it easy for children []

People.com

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· Jun 26, 2026

The 41 Best Prime Day Toy Deals to Bust Summer Boredom — Including Lego, Bluey, Ms. Rachel, and Barbie

There’s an adorable set of yard tools for Pre-K helpers

JOE.co.uk

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· Jul 4, 2026

Two more toys subject to recall for asbestos after 137 products pulled

A dad has made a shocking discovery Due to fears over chemical concentration, two more kids play products are no longer available to buy, in the latest shock of the UK toy industry. You can no longer buy the Galt Sand Stickers Craft Kit and the HTI Toys Fun Sand Art Bottle Kit, The Sun []

Sweden Herald

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· Jun 23, 2026

Classic World Busy Board Fire Truck toy recalled - risk of choking

Classic World Busy Board Fire Truck toy recalled - risk of choking

The West Australian

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· Jun 24, 2026

Virgin Australia launches boarding passes for kids’ toys and teddies

The initiative was launched after a little boy lost his beloved plush toy on a flight, sparking an extraordinary global response.

Us Weekly

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· Jul 9, 2026

Toddler-Ready YAYA Tumblers That Make Spills Easier on Parents and Easier on the Budget

YAYA has built a tumbler line that meets toddlers (and their parents’ wallets) where they actually are. Its 12 oz toddler tumbler sells for 13.99, giving families a purpose-built option without paying premium drinkware prices. And that last part matters. Parents aren’t shopping for a tumbler that just looks nice on a shelf, they’re shopping []

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· Jul 7, 2026

New Lego Pokemon sets include a Polly Pocket-style diorama that's like my childhood come to life

New Lego Pokemon sets include a Polly Pocket-style diorama that's like my childhood come to life

i am a food blog

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· Jul 12, 2026

Viral Crispy Shanghai Butter Mochi

Move over Dubai chewy cookies, there’s another, newer, shinier, younger dessert in town and it's called crispy Shanghai butter mochi.

Cookie and Kate

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· May 27, 2026

Chocolate Chia Pudding

You’re going to love this chocolate chia seed pudding. Seriously, though! I’m always suspicious of chocolate “desserts” made with sneaky healthy ingredients like avocado or sweet potato. I can taste them, so they don’t taste like a real dessert. This chia pudding, however, is a wholesome treat that I truly enjoy. It actually boasts some The post Chocolate Chia Pudding appeared first on Cookie and Kate.

Hi China

· Jun 29, 2026

Firefighters carefully free child's finger stuck in plastic toy

Recently in Chaoyang, Liaoning, a kid trapped his finger inside a plastic toy slit. With all household attempts useless, parents called firefighters. Rescuers soothed the child while carefully cutting and disassembling the toy with steady, precise moves. The finger was freed unharmed—only mild redness, no injuries. Reminder for parents: watch out for hidden hazards when kids play with toys. #EverydayHero

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 7, 2026

What are the hidden Buddhist symbols in Chinese Da A Fu figurines

With their rounded faces, rosy cheeks, and joyful demeanour, Da A Fu dolls are beloved emblems of good fortune in China and have become celebrated icons of the nation’s cultural heritage. Traditionally crafted from clay, these figures represent the most famous example of Huishan claywork, an esteemed Chinese art form that traces its origins back to the Ming dynasty (1368–1644). These delightful artefacts were among the first to be included in China’s National List of Intangible Cultural...

CNN

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· Jul 5, 2026

Why are young Koreans crushing wax balls?

Young South Koreans are obsessed with “wakppu,” the latest trend of crushing wax-coated clay balls to release their stress and feel nostalgia for their childhood times.

Love and Olive Oil

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· Jul 6, 2026

Chewy Crinkle-Top Brownie Cookies

Everything you love about a chewy, fudgy brownie in cookie form! With a double dose of chocolate in the form of melted semisweet chocolate and Dutch-process cocoa powder, and a hint of espresso powder to deepen the chocolate flavor even more, these (no chill!) chewy chocolate brownie cookies come out of the oven with paper-thin, [] The post Chewy Crinkle-Top Brownie Cookies first appeared on Love and Olive Oil.

UrduPoint

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· Jun 28, 2026

Pakistani snacks gaining popularity in Chinese market: Shahid Imran

Pakistani snacks gaining popularity in Chinese market: Shahid Imran

Intellectual Takeout

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· Jul 6, 2026

Vice and Virtue in the American Republic

Recently I watched my two-and-a-half-year-old granddaughter at play. She toddled up and down the side porch, stopping to eat a bite of the apple slice her mother had given her, fingering some Play-Mobile figurines, pausing to gaze out across the small side yard. She’s a bright kid with a large vocabulary, compliments of her seven

The Girl Who Ate Everything

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· May 21, 2026

Brownie Batter Cookies

Brownie Batter Cookies are chocolate gooey little pieces of heaven. This dessert will have you going back for more and more!

Football | The Guardian

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· Jun 22, 2026

Merlin the duck unruffled after meeting president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum

Pet in a replica shirt is unofficial mascot of the World CupMerlin’s owner, Karla Gómez, says it was ‘an honour’Merlin, the pet duck in a mini Mexico shirt who has become a viral sensation and an unofficial mascot of the World Cup, met Mexico’s president on Monday.The duck waddled on to the stage at the ​start of Claudia Sheinbaum’s regular morning press conference, took a seat where ministers and officials are usually seen, and unfazed by the occasion, let out a few quacks. Continue reading...

Variety

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· Jun 27, 2026

‘Pinocchio Unstrung’ Sees Wooden Doll Covered in Flesh and Blood as Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield Teases ‘Kooky, Crazy and Fun’ ‘Avengers’-Style ‘Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble’

Barging through the doors of the Poohniverse nose-first, Pinocchio has officially come to the company of Winnie the Pooh, Bambi and Peter Pan with Rhys Frake-Waterfield’s “Pinocchio Unstrung.” The latest addition to the ever-growing roster of twisted takes on childhood icons, which started with 2023’s “Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey,” sees Carlo Collodi’s classic puppet taking []

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