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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1491, Afonso, Portuguese prince (born 1475) passed away. In 1770, Alexander Balashov, Russian general and politician, Russian Minister of Police (died 1837) was born. In 1927, Mimar Kemaleddin Bey, Turkish architect and academic, designed the Tayyare Apartments (born 1870) passed away. In 1934, Aleksei Yeliseyev, Russian engineer and astronaut was born. In 1961, Khalid Mahmood, Pakistani-English engineer and politician was born. In 1969, Oleg Serebrian, Moldovan political scientist and politician was born. In 1974, Jarno Trulli, Italian race car driver was born. In 1983, Kristof Beyens, Belgian sprinter was born. In 1999, Konstantinos Kollias, Greek general and politician, 168th Prime Minister of Greece (born 1901) passed away. In 2000, Jan Karski, Polish-American activist and academic (born 1914) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Mamdani’s New Bus Czar Is Focusing on ‘Fast’
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Digital Trends
· Jul 8, 2026
The Fiat Topolino is the cutest $14,000 thing you can’t legally drive on most roads
At 13,995, the Fiat Topolino is easily the most stylish low-speed vehicle in America right now.
Daily Sabah
· Jul 6, 2026
Custom limousines of Türkiye's EV maker Togg to transport NATO leaders
A custom-built limousine version of Türkiye's first domestic electric car, Togg T10X SUV, will be transporting leaders during the NATO summit in the capital, Ankara this week....
ZENIT
· Jul 6, 2026
Twenty Fiat Topolino Electric Vehicles: The New Cars That Will Drive Through Vatican City
This is the first batch of 20 vehicles, to be followed by an additional shipment of 10 Fiat Topolinos, [“baby mice”] which the automaker will provide to the Governorate of Vatican City State, in order to reinforce a shared commitment to more sustainable and responsible mobility, through innovative, all-electric solutions. The post Twenty Fiat Topolino Electric Vehicles: The New Cars That Will Drive Through Vatican City appeared first on ZENIT - English.
AzerNews
· Jul 3, 2026
Brussels finally realised what Baku has been saying for years
Ursula von der Leyen's back-to-back visits to Baku and Yerevan mark the most ambitious European engagement with the region in a generation, arriving just as the window to shape its future is narrowing
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 11, 2026
Russian Forces Push to 20km From Zaporizhzhia City as Bombs Kill Residents and Level Homes
Russian forces advanced to within 20 kilometres of Zaporizhzhia city as strikes killed at least five people across Ukraine's east and south. Ukraine simultaneously struck Russian fuel refineries at Ilsky and Ust-Luga and the Rostov oil terminal.
ABC7 New York
· Jul 8, 2026
NYC bus riders could save minutes on every trip under new Mamdani-Hochul 'Next Stop' plan
A plan called Next Stop: Better Buses, Faster Service commits the city and state to improvements that could speed up commutes by up to six minutes per ride on at least 50 priority bus corridors across the five boroughs.
Sky News Australia
· Jul 4, 2026
Russia claims key Ukrainian city Kostyantynivka has been captured
Russia's troops have expanded their military offensive in eastern Ukraine. They say they have taken control of Kostyantynivka in the Donetsk region. Russia's President, Vladimir Putin, says the city has strategic significance in expanding the nation's security zone. Ukraine's general staff insists the city remains under the control of Ukrainian forces.
TRT World
· Jul 9, 2026
Inside Türkiye’s domestically-produced custom electric TOGG limo made for NATO Summit in Ankara
Built specifically for the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, Türkiye’s domestically produced, one-of-a-kind electric TOGG limousine hit the road for the very first time. Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook X (Twitter): http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@trtworld WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: https://t.me/trtworld Visit our website: http://trt.world
Sarajevo Times
· Jul 4, 2026
London Mayor in Bascarsija: “Morning Run through a Beautiful Sarajevo as the Ultimate Reset”
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is currently visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina. After yesterday’s political meetings and official obligations, Khan used the opportunity to experience Sarajevo with a casual sports vibe. He shared impressions from his morning training on social media, writing: “The ultimate reset: morning run through beautiful streets of Sarajevo.” As seen in [] The post London Mayor in Bascarsija: “Morning Run through a Beautiful Sarajevo as the Ultimate Reset” appeared first on Sarajevo Times.
Russia Today
· Jul 3, 2026
The key to Donbass: Russia liberates Konstantinovka
The liberation of Konstantinovka opens a direct path toward Kramatorsk and Slavyansk, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Read Full Article at RT.com
KROF – 960 AM – Lafayette
· Jul 13, 2026
Take A Behind The Scenes Tour Of Carencro's New Walk-On's
Take A Behind The Scenes Tour Of Carencro's New Walk-On's
Anadolu Agency
· Jul 8, 2026
Germany’s Merz: Türkiye key ‘strategic ally’ for us in foreign, security policy
Chancellor praises Ankara’s ‘enormous contribution’ to regional stability, highlighting President Erdogan’s indispensable role in Syria
Fox Business
· Jul 8, 2026
Fiat launches tiny EV in US with shockingly low price tag – and one major catch
The pint-sized Fiat Topolino EV has arrived in the U.S. with an under-15,000 price tag, a two-seat layout and a design aimed at short neighborhood trips.
Kyiv Post
· Jul 4, 2026
Russian Superyacht Relocates to Murmansk as Submarines Receive Anti-Drone Defenses
A 135 million superyacht associated with Russian President Vladimir Putin, recently fitted with anti-drone nets, is traveling along the Norwegian coast toward the Russian port of Murmansk. Escorted by Russian naval vessels, the move follows recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian naval infrastructure. Simultaneously, UK intelligence reports that the Russian military is installing anti-drone cages on Kilo-class submarines based in Novorossiysk.
Metro
· Jul 4, 2026
Why stop at 30 minutes? The best mega walks in London
It's a great way to see the sights.
Associated Press
· Jul 1, 2026
Ukraine's drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a fuel crisis
The lines are growing at Russian gas stations -- and so is the frustration and anxiety as months of Ukrainian attacks have set oil refineries ablaze and choked supplies for motorists across the vast country. #ukraine #russia #news Picture credit: Gov. Veniamin Kondratyev Telegram channel, ASTRA Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home
Yen.com.gh
· Jun 22, 2026
Meet the new Kantanka Trotro: Features and the price
Discover the Kantanka Nkunim, a nine-seater Trotro with a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine, spacious interior, and modern features, ideal for Ghana's transport needs.
TASS
· Jul 1, 2026
Kazakh president identifies direct flights to US, Japan as priority
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted the importance of effectively pursuing strategic goals such as expanding the fleet size, broadening the route network, and enhancing Kazakhstan’s transit potential
Sputnik
· Jul 4, 2026
While Zelensky Spun Lies, Russia Liberated Konstantinovka - Russian Foreign Ministry Spox
The liberation of the strategic stronghold of Konstantinovka by Russian forces is “vital for further advances,” Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova underscored in a post on Telegram.
Seeking Alpha
· Jul 2, 2026
Travelzoo: Its Upward Travel Is Quite Enough For Its Valuation And Technicals
Travelzoo: Its Upward Travel Is Quite Enough For Its Valuation And Technicals
Caucasian Knot
· Jul 4, 2026
The mayor's call to switch to trams due to fuel shortages caused skepticism among Krasnodar residents.
The mayor of Krasnodar, Evgeny Naumov, urged residents to switch to trams and trolleybuses to reduce the excitement due to fuel shortages. Krasnodar residents, commenting on his post in Telegram, stated that they need to get to work on time and pointed out the poor condition of public transport to the authorities.
Vanguard News
· Jun 30, 2026
Powering the Future: How TIM Motors Is Building the Foundation for Nigeria’s New Energy Mobility Era
When conversations about the future of transportation come up, they often centre on the vehicles themselves: electric cars, hybrid technology, longer driving ranges, and smarter features. However, the future of mobility is about much more than what people drive. It is about the infrastructure that supports ownership, like the confidence customers have in new technology. [] The post Powering the Future: How TIM Motors Is Building the Foundation for Nigeria’s New Energy Mobility Era appeared first on Vanguard News.
Off The Press
· Jul 4, 2026
Putin reportedly moving his $100M yacht to avoid Ukraine’s drones
A £100m superyacht believed to be owned by Vladimir Putin is fleeing Europe to avoid Ukrainian drone attacks. The 82m Graceful is traversing the coast of Norway on course to reach the northern Russian port of Murmansk in the coming days, according to maritime intelligence data and satellite imagery analysed by The Telegraph. It is []...Click to read more
Wired
· Jul 1, 2026
Lectric XPress2 Review (2026): A Heavy-Duty but Nimble Ebike
This hefty but nimble and highly customizable ebike makes the journey as important as the destination. Get where you want, and have fun along the way.
Intel Slava
· Jul 6, 2026
🇷🇺❌🇺🇦 — Approximately 10 Russian cruise missiles currently in Ukrainian airspace, all heading [...]
— Approximately 10 Russian cruise missiles currently in Ukrainian airspace, all heading toward Kiev.
Tehran Times
· Jun 22, 2026
Iran emerges as critical transit link between Iraq, Afghanistan, South Asia
TEHRAN- Recent developments in Iran's transport and logistics sector have underscored the country's growing importance as a regional transit hub connecting the West Asia with Central and South Asia.
Fark
· Jun 21, 2026
US TikToker cleverly merges "tiny home" and "van life" trends by...living in her car. Genius [Facepalm]
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IGN
· Jul 3, 2026
Nintendo Brain Training Professor Explains Why Driving a Manual Transmission Car Is Better for Your Brain Than an Automatic
A study led by Professor Ryuta Kawashima suggests that driving a manual transmission car is beneficial for the brain, and could help prevent dementia. Kawashima is a neuroscientist known for the Brain Age and Dr Kawashima’s Brain Training games, released primarily on Nintendo platforms between 2003 and 2020.
Brisbane Times
· Jul 13, 2026
This CBD restaurant’s robot makes excellent northern Chinese noodles
Fast-casual restaurants from all over China are rapidly invigorating Russell Street. This one, Frank Sweet learns, is helmed by a ruthless machine.
The Tribune
· Jul 4, 2026
Putin hails capture of key city Konstantinovka as Zelenskyy condemns deadly Russian strikes across Ukraine
According to reports from Russia Today, the city, which served as a crucial pillar of the Sloviansk-Kramatorsk-Konstantinovka defensive agglomeration, had been transformed into a fortress over the decade following the 2014 Maidan events.
Middle East Eye
· Jun 23, 2026
Israeli newspaper says Turkey poses greater threat to Israel than Iran
Israeli newspaper says Turkey poses greater threat to Israel than Iran An analysis published by the Israeli newspaper Maariv argues that Turkey now poses a greater long-term challenge to Israel than Iran, citing Ankara's expanding military capabilities and growing defence industry. The article highlights Türkiye's position as the holder of Nato's second-largest military force and notes that the country has achieved approximately 80 percent self-sufficiency in its defence sector. According to the report, rapid advances in domestic weapons production and military technology have significantly strengthened Turkey's strategic position in the region. The analysis suggests that Israeli policymakers are increasingly paying attention to Ankara's growing influence and capabilities alongside more traditional regional security concerns. Turkish Navy helicopters and mine warfare vessels take part in the live-fire phase of the Blue Homeland 2026 military exercises in the eastern Mediterranean off Antalya, 9 April 2026 (Adem Altan/AFP)
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 23, 2026
Southern Parkway Service Lanes to end gridlock, transform Abuja’s southern corridor – Tinubu assures
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured residents of Abuja that the construction of the two service carriageways of the Southern Parkway will significantly ease traffic congestion, improve connectivity and accelerate development across the southern districts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Represented by the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, [] Southern Parkway Service Lanes to end gridlock, transform Abuja’s southern corridor – Tinubu assures
Kathimerini
· Jun 30, 2026
Kallas calls Turkey ‘key partner’ during high-level EU visit to Ankara
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has described Turkey as a key partner on security, migration and energy during a high-level visit to Ankara aimed at strengthening cooperation on shared strategic priorities.
Eunews
· Jul 1, 2026
Cars: Confindustria and EPP call for technological neutrality and alternative fuels
At the event ‘The Future of Mobility in Europe: Balancing Decarbonisation, Competitiveness and European Industrial Excellence’, discussions centred on how to strike a balance between industrial competition and the energy transition. Salini (FI): “What happened at Volkswagen shows just how damaging forced transitions can be.”
WOMI – 1490 AM – Owensboro
· Jul 8, 2026
Drive an Exotic Supercar at the Owensboro Air Show
Drive an Exotic Supercar at the Owensboro Air Show
Engineering News-Record
· Jun 25, 2026
Arizona Adopts $11.3B Transportation Program as States Await Next Federal Highway Bill
Arizona's new 11.3-billion transportation program does more than map future projects—it offers an early glimpse of how states are planning beyond IIJA.
Yardbarker
· Jul 3, 2026
Ryan Blaney recalls challenges caused by malfunctioning cool suit at Sonoma
While Shane van Gisbergen was deservedly in the spotlight after holding off Chase Briscoe's better handling car to win at Sonoma on Sunday, Ryan Blaney put together a drive to remember for other reasons.
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· Jul 6, 2026
"Sorry to keep you waiting": Crazy Taxi's creator knows World Tour has been a long time coming, but there are plenty of unanswered questions about this revival
"Sorry to keep you waiting": Crazy Taxi's creator knows World Tour has been a long time coming, but there are plenty of unanswered questions about this revival
DNyuz
· Jun 24, 2026
As World Cup fans pour into LAX, long-awaited people mover train struggles with delays
With thousands of FIFA World Cup spectators now streaming into the City of Angels, officials at Los Angeles International Airport had initially hoped to greet travelers with a fully functioning electric train that would run high above the airport’s chaotic traffic loop and whisk passengers to a shiny new transportation center. But the long-awaited automated []
Mashable
· Jun 22, 2026
Meet the worlds fastest steam-powered rocketbike
Go behind the scenes with Force of Nature, the world's fastest steam-powered rocketbike, and learn how this remarkable machine was built.
Reuters
· Jul 8, 2026
Russian missile attack hits Kyiv, killing at least one
Ukraine's capital Kyiv came under a Russian missile attack early, triggering fires, killing a woman and injuring at least two people, local authorities said. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #ukraine #russia #russiaukrainewar #kyiv Read the story here: https://reut.rs/3SQSH1N 👉 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
Financial Times
· Jul 6, 2026
Putin is running out of options
The Russian leader may want to escalate his war — but that is harder than it sounds
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