Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1922, Helmy Afify Abd El-Bar, Egyptian military commander (died 2011) was born. In 1928, Al Rex, American musician (died 2020) was born. In 1946, Bob Kauffman, American basketball player and coach (died 2015) was born. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1978, Prodromos Nikolaidis, Greek basketball player was born. In 1979, Libuše Průšová, Czech tennis player was born. In 1985, Abdallah El Said, Egyptian footballer was born. In 1988, DJ LeMahieu, American baseball player was born. In 1989, Charis Giannopoulos, Greek basketball player was born. In 2008, Battle of Wanat begins when Taliban and al-Qaeda guerrillas attack US Army and Afghan National Army troops in Afghanistan. The U.S. deaths were, at that time, the most in a single battle since the beginning of operations in 2001. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Homs Al-Fidaa beats Al-Ahli Aleppo in Syrian Basketball League Final Four game

Syrian Arab News Agency

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July 13, 2026

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Homs Al-Fidaa beats Al-Ahli Aleppo in Syrian Basketball League Final Four game

Aleppo, July 13 (SANA) Homs Al-Fidaa opened its Syrian Men’s Basketball League Final Four campaign with an 88-74 victory over host Al-Ahli Aleppo on Sunday at Al-Shahba Hall in Aleppo. The visitors held a narrow advantage throughout much of the game and took a 46-41 lead into halftime before pulling away in the second half. []

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The Japan Times

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· Jul 4, 2026

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· Jun 26, 2026

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· Jul 13, 2026

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· Jun 25, 2026

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Borneo Bulletin

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· Jul 4, 2026

Eighty-four students complete Khatam Al-Quran

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Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 11, 2026

Al-Omar: Syrian diplomacy managed to bring Syria back to international arena

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The Standard

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· Jul 9, 2026

Most popular baby names of 2025 revealed as Olivia tops girls list for 10th year

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L.A. Times - Sports

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· Jul 10, 2026

Shaikin: 'I don't want any handouts.' Amid the Angels' drought, a starry homecoming for Mike Trout

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brazilnews.net

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· Jun 26, 2026

InPics | Highlights of Day 15 at 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Interaksyon

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· Jul 6, 2026

Paolini ends Eala’s dream run with fourth-round victory

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Middle East News 247

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· Jul 13, 2026

Samsung Galaxy AI Call Screening Now Available in Arabic

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The Hill

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· Jun 29, 2026

Texas hosting three matchups in Round of 32 at FIFA World Cup

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· Jul 10, 2026

AJ Dybantsa outplayed Darryn Peterson in messy Summer League matchup

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Guineematin.com

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· Jun 26, 2026

Mondial 2026 : au bout du suspense, la Turquie s’offre un succès d’honneur face aux États-Unis

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101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jun 26, 2026

LIVE – Turkey v USA – Commentary, updates, goals and stats

The USA meet Turkey in Los Angeles tonight. A win would see them finish the group stage with maximum points. Follow our live commentary to see if they can manage it...

SkySports

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Turkey equalise against USA, Paraguay and Australia goalless LIVE!

Turkey equalise against USA, Paraguay and Australia goalless LIVE!

CBS Sports

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· Jun 24, 2026

USMNT World Cup bracket watch, matchups: Who awaits the United States in the knockout stage?

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Daily Sabah

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· Jul 10, 2026

'Al-Ummah' to fight disinformation, foster Muslim policy dialogue

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WRAL News

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· Jun 26, 2026

Turkey beats US 3-2 with last-gasp goal as Americans look ahead to World Cup knockout stage

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Al Jazeera

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· Jun 30, 2026

France beat Sweden as Mbappe draws level with Messi in World Cup goal chart

Kylian Mbappe and Bradley Barcola net, while Michael Olise wows, as France beat Sweden 3-0 to reach last 16.

Jamaica Observer

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· Jul 4, 2026

Bahamas beat Jamaica by 49 points in FIBA World Championships qualifying

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica’s bid to qualify for the FIBA World Championships took a big hit after they were beaten 123-74 by the Bahamas at the Sir Kendal Isaacs Gymnasium in Nassau on Friday.The 49 points margin was the biggest loss for the Jamaicans in the series after losing by three points to the Bahamas in the first game played in Kingston and fell to third in Group B on seven points.Canada stayed perfect after beating 110-84 Puerto Rico on Friday to lead with 10 points, three more than the Bahamas.The home team led all the way as they were ahead by 10 points after the first quarter 28-18 and were up 61-32 at half time and led by 42 90-48 at the end of the third quarter.Five Bahamian players, led by Valdez Edgecombe’s game high 26 points, scored in double figures with Dominic Bridgewater coming off the bench to score 23 points, Franco Miller scored 18, Buddy Hield scored 15 and Kai Jones scored 12 points.Andrew Thelwell led Jamaica with 24 points and Chase Audige scored 18 points.— Paul A Reid

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jun 23, 2026

Mbappe double sends France into knockout rounds

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RealGM Basketball Wiretap

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· Jul 12, 2026

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Sports Mole

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· Jun 29, 2026

Netherlands vs. Morocco: Are the Atlas Lions still the 'plan B' for dual nationals not good enough for the Oranje?

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· Jun 26, 2026

US vs. Turkey Play World Cup Game to an Action-Packed End

US vs. Turkey Play World Cup Game to an Action-Packed End

Pajhwok Afghan News

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· Jun 26, 2026

Türkiye beat USA 3-2 in group-stage thriller

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BBC Sport

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· Jun 26, 2026

Turkey end World Cup on high with last-gasp win over USA

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CFL.ca

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· Jul 7, 2026

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The Namibian

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· Jun 30, 2026

Mbappe scores twice as France breeze past Sweden into World Cup last 16

Kylian Mbappe scored twice and Michael Olise was in scintillating form as France beat Sweden 3-0 at the World Cup on Tuesday and set up a last-16 clash with Paraguay. Mbappe finished a superb move to break the deadlock just before half-time in the last-32 tie watched by 80 663 at the MetLife Stadium in [] The post Mbappe scores twice as France breeze past Sweden into World Cup last 16 appeared first on The Namibian.

SB Nation

· Jul 13, 2026

AJ Dybantsa, Will Riley shine in 104-85 Wizards win over Kings

The Washington Wizards blew right past the Sacramento Kings on Sunday to stay undefeated in NBA Summer League play. The Wiz kids won 104-85 in front of a substantial crowd packed inside the Thomas Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nev. AJ Dybantsa started the game off with a made triple after missing all 5 []

NBC Sports

· Jul 12, 2026

Steph Curry on his PGA Tour career prospects and LeBron possibly joining the Warriors

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Upworthy

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· Jul 6, 2026

Millennial woman hunts down boys from the nostalgic ’90s board game Dream Phone

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The Independent

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· Jun 26, 2026

USA undone by late Turkish sucker-punch but nippy Pulisic cameo maintains momentum

USA 2-3 Turkey: Mauricio Pochettino’s side head into the knockouts off the back of a defeat, after Kaan Ahyan scores a last-minute winner for an already-eliminated Turkey

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