Today in News History
On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1908, Tim Spencer, American country & western singer-songwriter and actor (died 1974) was born. In 1913, Dave Garroway, American journalist and television personality (died 1982) was born. In 1930, Sam Greenlee, American author and poet (died 2014) was born. In 1964, Paul Thorn, American singer-songwriter and guitarist was born. In 1966, Gerald Levert, American R&B singer-songwriter, producer, and actor (died 2006) was born. In 1971, MF Doom, English-American rapper (died 2020) was born. In 1988, Colton Haynes, American actor, model and singer was born. In 1993, Davey Allison, American race car driver (born 1961) passed away. In 2011, Allan Jeans, Australian footballer and coach (born 1933) passed away. In 2012, Richard D. Zanuck, American film producer (born 1934) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Green Day fans divided as band forms ‘weird’ punk supergroup

Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong has been announced as the frontman of a new punk supergroup called Cretin Family, which will perform a tribute to The Ramones
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The i Paper
· Jul 3, 2026
Deep Purple’s Ian Gillan: ‘I didn’t get paid for 40 years’
As their 24th album shows they're still in vibrant form, two of the hard rock band's veterans talk about surviving bust-ups, getting their mojo back – and writing music’s most annoying riff
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· Jul 7, 2026
3 Female-Fronted 90s Alternative Bands Who Deserve More Recognition for Their Contributions to the Genre
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· Jun 23, 2026
The Boy Band Project brings '90s nostalgia and a message of joy
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· Jul 9, 2026
Foo Fighters live at Mad Cool: rock titans turn up the heat in Madrid
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· Jun 21, 2026
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I've been watching the MGM+ horror series From, which is very good and I didn't realize their theme song is from The Pixies. A few of my music friends commented on how much they love the Pixies, so I had tonight's LNMC. The Pixies are an alternative rock band from Boston, and the original lineup consisted of Black Francis (vocals, rhythm guitar), Joey Santiago (lead guitar), Kim Deal (bass, vocals) and David Lovering (drums). Enjoy. Open thread. read more
Mother Jones
· Jul 10, 2026
How Two Punk Icons Are Giving the Cramps a Second Life
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· Jun 23, 2026
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· Jun 29, 2026
Kneecap at Crystal Palace Park: Biggest UK headline show is a triumph
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· Jul 13, 2026
A serious Seth Rogen shines in 'The Invite' - a rare remake that tops the original
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· Jul 12, 2026
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· Jul 2, 2026
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· Jun 28, 2026
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The Daily Wire
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How An Epstein-Linked PR Firm Helped The Washington Commanders Go Woke
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· Jun 28, 2026
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· Jun 29, 2026
IN PHOTOS | Pride parades here and abroad
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· Jun 11, 2026
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