Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 858, Æthelwulf, King of Wessex passed away. In 982, Gunther, margrave of Merseburg passed away. In 1607, Wenceslaus Hollar, Czech-English painter and illustrator (died 1677) was born. In 1890, Johann Voldemar Jannsen, Estonian journalist and poet (born 1819) passed away. 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 1929, Svein Ellingsen, Norwegian visual artist and hymnist (died 2020) was born. In 1932, Per Nørgård, Danish composer and music theorist (died 2025) was born. In 1959, Richard Leman, English field hockey player was born. In 1995, Godtfred Kirk Christiansen, Danish businessman (born 1920) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Norwegian ‘Viking Prince’ Starts Unexpected Men’s Hair Trend

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Norwegian ‘Viking Prince’ Starts Unexpected Men’s Hair Trend

Visionhaus / Joe Prior/Visionhaus via Getty ImagesAll products are selected independently by The Looker’s editors. If you click or buy something from our post, we may earn a small commission.Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland has already scored a whopping seven goals during the tournament thus far, but his signature hairstyle is getting significant attention of its own.The 6-foot-5 center forward helped lead his team into the quarterfinal stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring twice in Norway’s 2-1 win over Brazil on July 5.Read more at The Daily Beast.

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Korea Times News

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· Jul 9, 2026

The Korean hair tie behind Norway's Viking hero

The Korean hair tie behind Norway's Viking hero

Metro

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· Jul 11, 2026

The story behind Norway’s Viking row celebration going viral at the World Cup

The story behind Norway’s Viking row celebration going viral at the World Cup

Daily Mail

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· Jul 9, 2026

Model bears a viking resemblance... Beauty goes viral after mother points out she looks like Erling Haaland

Model bears a viking resemblance... Beauty goes viral after mother points out she looks like Erling Haaland

Hello Magazine

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· Jul 1, 2026

Duchess Sophie shocks with dramatic hair transformation

Duchess Sophie of Edinburgh looked incredible as she debuted a hair transformation! Prince Edward's wife cut her blonde hair into a bob.

Reuters

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· Jul 10, 2026

Ship enthusiast cites ‘Viking spirit’ as Norway ready for England clash

As Norway's ‘Viking Row’ sweeps through the World Cup, fans say the Viking spirit is about winning together as the team prepares to face England in a quarter-final in Miami on July 11. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #vikings #worldcup Read the story here: https://reut.rs/3SKUwgP 👉 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

NBC News

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· Jul 5, 2026

¡Un remo vikingo para la historia! Así festejó Noruega el pase a cuartos tras eliminar a Brasil

Tras vencer a la “Verdeamarela” y seguir con vida en el Mundial, fue Haaland quien tomó el tambor y los jugadores noruegos se unieron en la cancha para hacer el ya tradicional remo vikingo, protagonizando de nuevo la imagen más viral de esta Copa.

Toronto Sun

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· Jul 9, 2026

What had FIFA World Cup fans Googling Erling Haaland in huge numbers?

Norway's superstar striker was the inspiration for a Viking row-inspired Easter Egg when his name was input in search engine.

Knewz

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· Jul 11, 2026

Erling Haaland made one young fan’s birthday unforgettable

Erling Haaland‘s gentler side is nothing new. As the Norwegian forward continues to dominate headlines during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a heartwarming video of him surprising a 4-year-old Brazilian fan, who was bullied for his long hair, has resurfaced online, and fans can’t get enough of the touching moment. The boy’s long hair sparked...

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 11, 2026

How One Viking Turned America Into His Biggest Fan

Vikings landed on the shores of the United States in early June, and while their numbers are few, they’re dominating American pop culture this summer. Team Norway and its biggest star, 6-foot-5 Erling Haaland, are having an outsize impact on American hearts — and World Cup soccer — as they dazzle fans with their on- ...

The Local Norway

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· Jul 8, 2026

'Alt for Norge': What the lyrics of Norway's viral World Cup songs mean

As football fever takes over the world, Norwegians' anthems and chants have gone viral. Echoing far beyond Norway’s borders, everybody is wondering what the Kongens Menn song means.

Us Weekly

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· Jun 27, 2026

Shoppers With Thinning Hair Call These Fill-In Fibers a 'Life Saver'

If thinning hair has you relying on strategic parting, volumizing sprays and a little wishful thinking, there’s a quick fix beauty shoppers have been swearing by for years. The cult-favorite Toppik Hair Building Fibers instantly create the appearance of fuller, thicker hair by concealing sparse areas and bald patches in seconds. Made from natural keratin []

Sweden Herald

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· Jun 24, 2026

For sale: Winston Churchill's hair at auction

For sale: Winston Churchill's hair at auction

Cosmopolitan

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· Jun 22, 2026

Is Team USA Soccer Player Christian Pulisic Single? Take a Peek Through His Dating History

Fun fact: He dated another athlete for a pretty long time.

DNyuz

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· Jun 28, 2026

Inside country icon Alan Jackson’s triumphant finale concert

The time has come for country music superstar Alan Jackson to hang up his signature Stetson hat. The genre traditionalist from Newnan, Georgia, whose career kicked off in the 1980s and exploded shortly thereafter in the oft-cited ‘90s country wave with heartfelt songs for the working man who’d rather be drinking, or fishing, or ideally both, has []

ArcaMax

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· Jun 23, 2026

Halsey rips into YouTube critic after old review resurfaces

NEW YORK — Singer Halsey blasted self-styled music critic Anthony Fantano on Sunday after his scathing review of her 2024 album “The Great Impersonator” resurfaced in adjacent social media discussions, branding him a “raised-by-4chan ...

brazilnews.net

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· Jul 10, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: "Here come the... Vikings", Haaland fires up Norway ahead of quarterfinal clash against England

Florida [US], July 11 (ANI): Norway and Manchester City star striker Erling Haaland sent a message to fans ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal against England, invoking the country's Viking heritage as they prepare for one of the biggest matches in their football history.https://x.com/Erling/status/2075668198100230539?s=20

TwistedSifter

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· Jul 9, 2026

She Proudly Dyed Her Hair Pink. The Outrageous Reason Her Husband Demanded She Immediately Wash It Out Before Work.

It sounds like his wife needs to grow up a little bit... The post She Proudly Dyed Her Hair Pink. The Outrageous Reason Her Husband Demanded She Immediately Wash It Out Before Work. appeared first on TwistedSifter.

E! Online

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· Jul 8, 2026

Maura Higgins Debuts Dramatic Pixie Cut Hair Transformation

Maura Higgins is faithful to serving legendary looks. While the Traitors star has made a habit of stealing the spotlight with her fashion, she upped the ante with a bold hair transformation that...

The Economic Times

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· Jul 6, 2026

Who is Erling Haaland, football's Striking Viking?

Who is Erling Haaland, football's Striking Viking?

The korea Herald News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Why Korea is watching Erling Haaland's hair ties

To soccer fans, Erling Haaland is Norway's prolific striker. In China, AI-generated memes and parody videos have turned him into an internet celebrity. In crypto circles, his World Cup popularity has even inspired a meme token. In South Korea, however, the conversation has taken a different turn: the hair tie securing his signature man bun. During the ongoing World Cup, Haaland's trademark hairstyle has become one of the tournament's unlikely talking points. Fans have marveled at how it remains

Kuwait Times

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· Jul 6, 2026

Norway dance to Haaland’s beat in ‘surreal’ World Cup run

EAST RUTHERFORD: Erling Haaland led Norway’s now-famous “Viking Row” celebrations by banging the drum in front of their massed supporters after the win over Brazil - and the team i...

Times of India

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· Jul 11, 2026

Why modern-day Viking Erling Haaland has a very 'English' name

Why modern-day Viking Erling Haaland has a very 'English' name

CBC News

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· Jul 3, 2026

Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding frenzy amps up as famous faces arrive in black tie

Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding frenzy amps up as famous faces arrive in black tie

CBS Sports

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· Jul 10, 2026

Norway invite pressure as dream World Cup return continues with quarterfinal match against England

Norway, at the World Cup for the first time since 1998, are making serious noise on the back of a generation of talent headlined by Erling Haaland

Limerick Post Newspaper

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· Jul 3, 2026

LIMERICK IN PHOTOS: Capaldi rocks Thomond Park

SCOTTISH singing sensation Lewis Capaldi rocked Limerick’s Thomond Park last weekend to a packed Shannonside audience. Alongside his own hits, Capaldi threw in some golden oldies, including Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Go Your Own Way’ and ‘Have You Ever Seen The Rain’ by Creedence Clearwater Revival. The ‘Someone You Loved’ singer was joined on the bill by [] The post LIMERICK IN PHOTOS: Capaldi rocks Thomond Park appeared first on Limerick Post.

Yahoo Sports

· Jul 10, 2026

Why Erling Haaland has 'Braut' on the back of his Norway jersey

The striker pays tribute to his mother each time he plays for Norway.

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 8, 2026

Ripped Russell Crowe Dramatically Transforms His Body at 62

DreamWorks Distribution/X/Russell CroweOscar-winning actor Russell Crowe flexed his muscles in honor of his son turning 20.On Tuesday, the New Zealand-born leading man posted rare photos with his son, Tennyson Crowe, on X. The first photo shows the duo in tank tops, flexing their impressive biceps in front of what appears to be a gym mirror.While Russell is now heavily bearded and wears glasses, his bulging upper arms echo the physique he displayed in the 2000 epic drama Gladiator. His portrayal of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general turned Colosseum fighter, earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor the following year.Read more at The Daily Beast.

The i Paper

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· Jul 11, 2026

England vs Norway heads to extra-time in tense World Cup quarter-final

Follow The i Paper's live blog for the latest updates and news as England take on Norway for a spot in the World Cup semi-finals

Vanguard News

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· Jul 12, 2026

‘We put Norway on the map’, says Haaland after World Cup exit

Erling Haaland said Norway's World Cup performances had inspired a new generation despite the disappointment of a 2-1 quarter-final defeat to England after extra-time on Saturday. The post ‘We put Norway on the map’, says Haaland after World Cup exit appeared first on Vanguard News.

Out Magazine

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trans and starting testosterone? It doesn't have to mean losing your hair

This story was originally published on Them.

Vogue

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· Jul 1, 2026

Hailey Bieber Modernizes the ’90s Lob

From Ella Bright to Hailey Bieber, the clavi-cut is the celebrity hair refresh du jour and an instant summer-ready look.

Legit.ng

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· Jun 26, 2026

Muslim man trends online after inviting Christians to marry his daughter

A Muslim man has gone viral on social media after noting that he would gladly give his daughter's hand in marriage to a Christian or a traditionalist.

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