Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1863, American Civil War: The New York City draft riots begin three days of rioting which will later be regarded as the worst in United States history. In 1909, Souphanouvong, 1st President of Laos (died 1995) was born. In 1913, Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller, Danish businessman (died 2012) was born. In 1922, Anker Jørgensen, Danish trade union leader and politician, 16th Prime Minister of Denmark (died 2016) was born. In 1927, Mimar Kemaleddin Bey, Turkish architect and academic, designed the Tayyare Apartments (born 1870) passed away. In 1944, Cyril Knowles, English footballer and manager (died 1991) was born. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1995, Godtfred Kirk Christiansen, Danish businessman (born 1920) passed away. In 1995, Space Shuttle Discovery is launched on STS-70 to deploy the TDRS-7 satellite. In 2010, George Steinbrenner, American businessman (born 1930) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

IKEA to 10 stores this year in cost-cutting strategy

Daily Express

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July 10, 2026

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IKEA to 10 stores this year in cost-cutting strategy

The Swedish furniture and meatball giant has named the latest two stores to close

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Inc.com

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· Jul 9, 2026

H&M Store Closures: List Includes Several Regions as Fast-Fashion Giant Trims Footprint by 128 Locations

The Swedish clothing retailer is in the middle of an optimization plan that involves shuttering stores across its brands, with more to come in 2026.

People.com

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· Jun 25, 2026

We Found 51 Can’t-Miss Outdoor Furniture Deals to Shop During Amazon Prime Day — from $27

Including smart shade solutions and party-ready patio pieces

Financial Times

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· Jul 1, 2026

Uniqlo’s plan to dominate global fashion

The clothing retailer forged in Japan’s post-bubble economy is pinning its hopes on Europe and North America

Quartz

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· Jun 23, 2026

5 of the top-rated online thrift stores for budget-friendly shopping

Discover affordable secondhand fashion, vintage finds, designer deals, and sustainable shopping options

Seeking Alpha

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· Jun 22, 2026

The TJX Companies: Still An Attractive Growth Story In The Retail Space, But Still Expensive

The TJX Companies: Still An Attractive Growth Story In The Retail Space, But Still Expensive

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 2, 2026

Harga durian menjunam, dijual RM1 sekilogram

PETALING JAYA: Durian yang se­kian lama dianggap sebagai ikon pertanian Malaysia kerana nilai komersialnya yang tinggi kini berdepan lambakan bekalan sehingga menyebabkan harganya merudum malah ada varieti dijual serendah RM1 sekilogram. Kejatuhan harga itu turut me­libatkan durian premium seperti Musang King dan Black Thorn yang menyusut sehingga kira-kira 50 peratus berbanding harga sekitar RM28 hingga ... Read more The post Harga durian menjunam, dijual RM1 sekilogram appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Foreign Policy Journal

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· Jul 10, 2026

Walmart (NYSE: WMT) Price Cuts Offer Little Relief As Cost-Of-Living Crisis Pushes Retirees Toward Early Social Security Claims

Walmart (NYSE: WMT) announced in early July 2026 that it would cut prices on a range of grocery and household staples, including double-digit reductions on ground beef and drops of more than a third on multipacks of Coca-Cola. The retailer’s move signals how severely household budgets have been squeezed, given that a company of Walmart’s [] The post Walmart (NYSE: WMT) Price Cuts Offer Little Relief As Cost-Of-Living Crisis Pushes Retirees Toward Early Social Security Claims appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

BizNews

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· Jun 30, 2026

The ten most expensive auction sales ever

The ten most expensive auction sales ever

JOE.co.uk

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· Jul 1, 2026

Major high street retailer to close 150 stores as restructuring plan approved

The latest to encounter difficulties A major high street retailer is closing 150 stores after a restructuring plan was approved. The move is just the latest high street business to undergo restructuring and close stores in the wake of “challenging retail conditions”. Since the start of 2025, a number of chains and high street household []

SundayTimes

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· Jun 27, 2026

Famous Brands hit by Botswana diamond woes

Famous Brands is cutting costs in the country as it looks to turn around operations amid a slowing economy

Reuters

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· Jul 9, 2026

Uniqlo operator's Q3 profit jumps 45.7% - Business

Fast Retailing, the Japanese owner of clothing brand Uniqlo, said quarterly profit rose 45.7%, as it weathered the impact on supply chains and logistics from the Iran war on its way to an expected fifth straight year of record earnings. #News #Uniqlo #Retail #Japan #Reuters #Newsfeed Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4p8whoF 👉 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

The Standard

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· Jul 8, 2026

The luxury luggage brand I never travel without is finally on sale

From aluminium cases to full-grain leather weekenders, shop sitewide savings

Wired

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· Jul 2, 2026

Altra Running Promo Codes July 2026

Score big savings on Altra Running shoes with up to 50 off sale styles, 20 off select models, 10 off your first order when you sign up, plus free standard delivery on every purchase.

WGBF – 1280 AM – Evansville

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· Jun 26, 2026

Shelf Life: My Haul From West KY Vintage & Antique Market

Shelf Life: My Haul From West KY Vintage & Antique Market

Economic Times

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· Jul 7, 2026

Can Kusumgar IPO deliver long-term growth for high risk investors?

Kusumgar plans a 650 crore offer for sale, reducing promoter stake to 75.4. The engineered fabrics manufacturer boasts strong EBITDA margins, exceeding its listed peers. Revenue declined in FY26 due to deferred orders and US tariffs impacting exports. Operating cash flow improved significantly after a deficit in the prior year. Investors with high-risk appetite may consider this issue for long-term.

Mashable

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· Jun 26, 2026

18 Walmart deals that beat Amazon Prime Day: Lego sets, Ninja Slushi, Beats headphones, and Owala water bottles on sale

Walmart deals are better than Amazon Prime Day if you're shopping for the Ninja Slushi, AirPods Max 2, or Lego sets.

RAPPLER

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· Jul 7, 2026

Robinsons Retail set to leave PSE as Gokongwei group secures delisting threshold

The Gokongwei group is taking Robinsons Retail – the company behind Robinsons Supermarket, The Marketplace, Uncle John's, and others – private, arguing that RRHI’s stock market price no longer reflects the company’s true value

Cosmopolitan

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· Jul 9, 2026

21 Best Online Sex Shops for Every Kink, Budget, and Experience Level

Consider this your one-stop shop to all the best adult stores on the internet.

BBC News - Business

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· Jul 12, 2026

How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter

The German supermarket's 9bn US push targets urban hubs like Manhattan. Can its discount model match Walmart?

The News Letter

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· Jun 27, 2026

Velvet bed and mattress deal starts below £100 with up to 67% off

Shoppers can choose a lower-priced standard frame or add a foot-end lifting compartment for storing bedding, clothes and other bedroom clutter out of sight

Oaklandside

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· Jun 23, 2026

Millennium redux, a new Burmese restaurant moves into Swan’s Market, and an ice cream shop with a twist opens

Millennium redux, a new Burmese restaurant moves into Swan’s Market, and an ice cream shop with a twist opens A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.

KHMO – 1070 AM – Quincy

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· Jun 27, 2026

Big-Name Chain Stores + Restaurants Closing Locations in 2026

Big-Name Chain Stores + Restaurants Closing Locations in 2026

The Economic Times

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· Jul 11, 2026

Companies fold back discounts

Companies fold back discounts

ZDNet

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· Jun 23, 2026

Amazon has Lego sets on sale for Prime Day - and if you like to build, you'll want to check these out

Amazon Prime Day has ushered in deals on top products like TVs, laptops, and... Legos. Shop these savings now.

Yonhap News Agency

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· Jul 13, 2026

3 major department stores post record H1 foreign sales amid K-wave

SEOUL, July 13 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's three major department store chains sai...

The Motley Fool

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· Jun 28, 2026

You Can Buy 1 Share of Costco for Less Than $1,000 Right Now. Here's Why the Price Could Go Up by the End of 2030.

Costco trades at a premium to every discount retail peer. Here's why this warehouse giant could still keep climbing through 2030.

Euro Weekly News

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· Jun 23, 2026

Spain’s fast-growing €2 bargain chain is pulling shoppers away from traditional stores

The fast-growing low-cost chain Action is pulling more shoppers in Spain towards weekly bargains and products under 2, just as []

Salon

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· Jun 22, 2026

Private equity is hungry for Pizza Hut

Declining sales have out-Pizza'd the Hut, so Yum! Brands is slicing it off in a 2.7 billion split deal

ANTARA News

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· Jun 30, 2026

RI Govt maintains Minyakita price at Rp15,700 to protect consumers

The Indonesian government will keep the retail price ceiling for subsidized cooking oil Minyakita at Rp15,700 (about ...

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jul 4, 2026

Official “Gundam” store in London draws long queues

Official “Gundam” store in London draws long queues

Global News

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· Jun 23, 2026

The Curator: Amazon Prime Day is here–shop deals on brands like Shark, Coleman & beyond

Shopping just got sweet again, with savings on top brands like Shark, Colour WOW, Coleman and more. Read on for all the best deals during Amazon Prime Day 2026.

Us Weekly

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· Jul 2, 2026

Nordstrom Dropped New Deals Ahead of the Fourth of July — Up to 75% Off

Sure, we’re coming up on America’s 250th birthday, but we’re also celebrating all the historic sales that are going on right now. But if we’re being honest, not many retailers are hosting a July fashion sale quite like Nordstrom. The go-to retailer dropped new markdowns on over 6,000 items, and we’re shopping accordingly. With prices []

KLIF – 570AM – Dallas

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· Jul 9, 2026

Walmart Slashes Prices On Thousands Of Items Including Ground Beef

Walmart Summer Price Cuts On Thousands Of Items Image by Erman GunesShutterstockWalmart and Sam's Club announced price reductions on thousands of prod...

The Hill

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· Jul 12, 2026

Til debt do us part: The coming collapse of the American wedding industry 

The traditional wedding has become a luxury purchase — one that’s quickly pricing out the average couple.

Kitchn

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· Jun 25, 2026

The 10 Best Kitchen Furniture Deals We Found on Amazon for Prime Day

Kitchen islands, dining sets, and more! READ MORE...

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