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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1934, Peter Gzowski, Canadian journalist and academic (died 2002) was born. In 1946, Bob Kauffman, American basketball player and coach (died 2015) was born. In 1954, Frida Kahlo, Mexican painter and educator (born 1907) passed away. In 1959, Fuziah Salleh, Malaysian politician was born. In 1980, Seretse Khama, Botswana lawyer and politician, 1st President of Botswana (born 1921) passed away. In 2000, Jan Karski, Polish-American activist and academic (born 1914) passed away. In 2008, Bronisław Geremek, Polish historian and politician, Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs (born 1932) passed away. In 2012, Jerzy Kulej, Polish boxer and politician (born 1940) passed away. In 2014, Lorin Maazel, French-American violinist, composer, and conductor (born 1930) passed away. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
KZN mourns the loss of Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba, a dedicated public servant
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Guineematin.com
· Jun 29, 2026
Kankan : une foule immense accompagne le journaliste Demba Keïta à sa dernière demeure
Le journaliste Demba Keïta, décédé dans la matinée d’hier dimanche des suites d’une courte maladie, a rejoint sa dernière demeure ce lundi, 29 juin 2026, au cimetière de Kokoudouni, dans la commune urbaine de Kankan. Celui qui était jusque-là directeur régional de la radio Horizon Kankan a fait objet d’un vibrant hommage d’une foule nombreuse composée de [] The post Kankan : une foule immense accompagne le journaliste Demba Keïta à sa dernière demeure first appeared on Guineematin.com.
Yen.com.gh
· Jun 23, 2026
“A great loss”: NDC announces passing of communications officer Stephen Kwame Oduro
The NDC mourns the loss of Communications Officer Stephen Kwame Oduro, who passed away at Tema General Hospital. His unwavering dedication will be remembered.
MyJoyOnline
· Jul 2, 2026
Funeral Invitation: Elder Dr. (Pharm.) Samuel Kwasi Nkansah
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UrduPoint
· Jul 4, 2026
KP Governor, Muqam condole demise of senior journalist Tariq Mateen
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Vanguard News
· Jun 28, 2026
Gov Uba Sani visits family of slain Ummulkhairi, vows justice
The governor, who met with the deceased's husband, Malam Aliyu, and other family members, expressed his heartfelt sympathy and prayed for the repose of Ummulkhairi's soul, while asking Almighty Allah to grant the bereaved family the strength and patience to bear the loss. The post Gov Uba Sani visits family of slain Ummulkhairi, vows justice appeared first on Vanguard News.
Dateline Nigeria
· Jul 2, 2026
Educationist Mayor Ojeifo dies at 73
He helped to mould future generations of leaders, says Okpeseyi, SAN The education community in Edo North is mourning Mr. Mayor Tajudeen Ojeifo, a retired vice principal and respected teacher, who died on Saturday, June 27, 2026. He was 73. In a statement issued on behalf of the family by his son, Mr. Frank Ojeifo, The post Educationist Mayor Ojeifo dies at 73 appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.
Kuwait Times
· Jul 13, 2026
Kuwait's Crown Prince offers condolences in Doha over Qatar's Father Amir's passing
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· Jul 7, 2026
Former Media Authority Chief, Elijah Alier mourns passing of Hon. Sapana Agyuli Abuyi
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Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 11, 2026
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Ghanaian Times
· Jun 23, 2026
Family of late diplomat James Victor Gbeho officially notifies Prez Mahama of his passing
The family of Ambassador James Victor Gbeho, a distinguished statesman and diplomat, has paid a courtesy call on President John Dramani Mahama. They officially informed him of his passing. The delegation, representing the Gbeho family, noted that it was culturally and diplomatically important to formally notify the President of the loss before making a public The post Family of late diplomat James Victor Gbeho officially notifies Prez Mahama of his passing appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Reuters
· Jul 10, 2026
Iran's new supreme leader remains out of sight
The whereabouts of Mojtaba Khamenei have been a mystery to Iranians and the rest of the world since his appointment as supreme leader a week after the strike that killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, at the end of February. His absence from the main funeral ceremonies was so complete there was not even a written message, leaving people guessing at his plans for Iran at a turbulent time in the Islamic Republic's 47-year history. Middle East reporter Angus McDowall has more. #iran #khamenei #iranwar #middleeast #mojtabakhamenei 👉 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
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· Jul 5, 2026
Why Mojtaba Khamenei Did Not Attend Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s Funeral
Mojtaba Khamenei's absence from the funeral of his father, Ali Khamenei, has fuelled speculation over his condition. While three of Ali Khamenei's sons attended the ceremony in Tehran, Mojtaba did not appear publicly. Reports suggest he was injured in the US-Israeli strikes that killed his father, though Iranian authorities have not officially confirmed his condition.
Malay Mail
· Jun 22, 2026
Malaysia conveys condolences as ex-Timor-Leste president Francisco Guterres, 71, dies in Kuala Lumpur
KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed Malaysia’s condolences to the f...
Sky News Australia
· Jul 7, 2026
Mojtaba’s absence from Ali Khamenei’s funeral reignites speculation over his fate
Sky News host James Macpherson reacts to the funeral of former Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei as millions gather to mourn his loss. “The son who now matters most, new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, was nowhere to be seen,” Mr Macpherson said. “Mojtaba was wounded in the same Israeli strike that killed his father, but four months on, he’s not been seen in public. “It was your classic supreme leader funeral, with a bit of open incitement, crowds chanting revenge and a regime poet declaring Trump’s assassination ‘our duty’.”
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· Jul 4, 2026
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On the Ground from 3 A.M.: Reporting from Khamenei's Funeral
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· Jun 21, 2026
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· Jun 23, 2026
Police arrest over 80 suspects as family recounts final moments of slain Islamic teacher
* I wished her safe return when she was leaving, but she never returned, grieving husband says The family of Malama Ummulkhair, an Islamiyya school teacher who was lynched and burnt by a mob on a false accusation of child stealing in Maraban Jos, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has recounted her final [] The post Police arrest over 80 suspects as family recounts final moments of slain Islamic teacher appeared first on Muslim News Nigeria.
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· Jul 3, 2026
One person killed, two more injured in Ukraine’s drone attack on Bryansk Region
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Saudi Gazette
· Jul 3, 2026
Saudi deputy FM attends Khamenei funeral in Tehran, conveys leadership's condolences
TEHRAN — Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Eng. Waleed Al-Khuraiji conveyed the condolences of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the death of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.**media[2731773]**Al-Khuraiji delivered the condolences while attending an official memorial ceremony held in Tehran on Friday, expressing the sympathies of the Saudi leadership to the Iranian president over the passing of the former supreme leader.
BERNAMA
· Jul 5, 2026
General : King, Queen Visit Grave Of Late Tunku Abdul Jalil
KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) -- His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, today visited the grave of their late son, the late Tunku Laksamana Johor Tunku Abdul Jalil, at the Mahmoodiah Royal Mausoleum in Johor.
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jul 12, 2026
Umahi under fire over personal physiotherapist, Mary Habila’s mysterious death
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Voice of Nigeria
· Jun 21, 2026
President Tinubu Condoles Ex-NAHCON Chairman Over Wife’s Death
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Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jul 4, 2026
Iran's Foreign Ministry: Large official, popular attendance at Sayyed Khamenei's funeral is proof of his status, greatness of our people
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· Jun 23, 2026
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Egypt Independent
· Jul 11, 2026
Iran’s supreme leader touts “historic” presence at late father’s funeral
Iran’s supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, thanked what he described as the “tens of millions” of people he said attended recent funeral ceremonies for his father, the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a purported message released by Iranian media today. There were no signs that Mojtaba attended the days-long funeral events after significant speculation about his The post Iran’s supreme leader touts “historic” presence at late father’s funeral appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Watchdog Uganda
· Jun 21, 2026
Rajiv’s Legacy Lives On as Ruparelia Family Names Baby Chimp ‘RR’, Donates Shs50 Million to Conservation
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