Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1643, English Civil War: Battle of Roundway Down: In England, Henry Wilmot, 1st Earl of Rochester, commanding the Royalist forces, heavily defeats the Parliamentarian forces led by Sir William Waller. In 1908, Dorothy Round, English tennis player (died 1982) was born. In 1919, William F. Quinn, American lawyer (died 2006) was born. In 1922, Ken Mosdell, Canadian ice hockey player (died 2006) 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 1981, Martin Hurson Irish Republican Hunger Striker passed away. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 1992, Elise Matthysen, Belgian swimmer was born. In 1992, Rich the Kid, American rapper was born. In 2024, Chino Trinidad, Filipino sports journalist and executive (born 1967) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Ontario gambling helpline struggling under weight of new calls, low funding

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July 7, 2026

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Ontario gambling helpline struggling under weight of new calls, low funding

ConnexOntario, which offers listening and advice services for people struggling with gambling addiction, said the number of calls it receives has exploded.

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Investing.com

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· Jun 26, 2026

Apogee Q1 FY27 slides: earnings beat on cost controls, Kalwall deal

Apogee Q1 FY27 slides: earnings beat on cost controls, Kalwall deal

Loonie Politics

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· Jun 23, 2026

Alberta nixes booze price hike after Premier Smith, Calgary mayor snipe at each other

EDMONTON — Alberta is lowering the minimum price for booze following a weekend tit-for-tat social media sniping exchange between Premier Danielle Smith and Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas. Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally said Monday he has directed the provincial liquor regulator to reverse course on recent hikes to the minimum price of alcohol sold in [] The post Alberta nixes booze price hike after Premier Smith, Calgary mayor snipe at each other appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Seeking Alpha

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· Jul 1, 2026

Ampco-Pittsburgh: A Tale Of Potential Value Unlock If Debts Are Managed

Ampco-Pittsburgh: A Tale Of Potential Value Unlock If Debts Are Managed

Global News

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· Jul 2, 2026

More than 106K Albertans sign up for $100 affordability rebates as applications open

Albertans have until Sept. 30 to sign up to receive the provincial government's 100 affordability relief cheques. People with household incomes of 225,000 or less are eligible.

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jul 4, 2026

bet365 Bonus Code FOX365 Unlocks Bet $10, Get $150 Win or Lose Offer for Canada vs. Morocco

bet365 Bonus Code FOX365 Unlocks Bet 10, Get 150 Win or Lose Offer for Canada vs. Morocco.

Nepal News

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· Jun 29, 2026

कर उठाउन मुद्दा फिर्ताको नीति

स्वस्तिक आयल इन्डस्ट्रिज प्रालिले आयकर नतिरेको विवादमा ठूला करदाता कार्यालयविरुद्ध दर्ता गरेको मुद्दा ९ असारमा सर्वोच्च अदालतको दैनिक पेसी सूचीमा चढेको थियो। तर, कम्पनीले कानुन व्यवसायीका तर्फबाट स्थगनका लागि निवेदन दियो। आर्थिक वर्ष २०७७/७८ र २०७८/७९ मा देखिएको कम्पनीको आयकरसम्बन्धी विवादको मुद्दा राजस्व न्यायाधिकरण हुँदै सर्वोच्च अदालत पुगेको हो। स्वस्तिक आयलको मात्रै होइन, सोही दिन []

CBC News

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· Mar 24, 2025

How fundraising is going so far for third-party advertisers in Alberta's referendum campaign

How fundraising is going so far for third-party advertisers in Alberta's referendum campaign

The Age

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· Jul 5, 2026

Taking your house, marriage, kids or life

Readers says the federal government’s new restrictions on sports gambling advertising are feeble and not fit for purpose.

RedState

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· Jun 29, 2026

Gavin Newsom’s Healthcare Tax: Just the Latest Hit to CA Families

Gavin Newsom’s Healthcare Tax: Just the Latest Hit to CA Families

The Standard

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· Jul 7, 2026

Pay by mobile casino UK: Which online casinos let you pay by phone?

Find out which are the best pay by mobile casinos and how to use pay by phone when gambling online.

WDBQ – 1490 AM – Dubuque

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· Jun 23, 2026

What Happens to Your Debt When You Die? An Iowa Family Guide

What Happens to Your Debt When You Die? An Iowa Family Guide

The News Letter

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· Jul 2, 2026

Advice NI's debt service delivered almost £9 million in social value in 2024/25

A report from Rose Regeneration published today, has found that Advice NI’s debt service is essential to improving social outcomes in Northern Ireland. The evaluation firm carried out an analysis of the support provided by Advice NI’s debt service during the period from April 2024 to March 2025 and found that it delivers a Social Return on Investment (SROI) of £5.83 for every £1 invested.

Kiplinger

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· Jun 22, 2026

A Practical Guide to Credit and Loans

A Practical Guide to Credit and Loans

OpsLens

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· Jun 29, 2026

‘Need Coca-Cola to survive?’ Watch Republican in Congress humiliate ‘expert’ on why taxpayers need to pay for people’s soda

Source link Republican Texas Rep. Brandon Gill pressed a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) advocate Thursday on why taxpayers should pay for sugary drinks. The House Oversight subcommittee examined waste,

Irish News

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· Jun 21, 2026

Northern Ireland rates bills debt concerns as big increase in number of people entering payment arrangements

Well known charity says they are helping local households facing more than £1m in debt for first time

3DownNation

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· Jun 24, 2026

Saskatchewan Roughriders post slight financial loss in 2025

The Saskatchewan Roughriders incurred a small financial loss in 2025 despite excellent on-field results. The team delivered its annual financial report on Tuesday evening. It cited gross revenue of 44.7 million, a 9.6 percent increase from 40.8 million in 2024. 33 percent of revenue came from gate receipts, followed by sponsorship (21 percent), merchandise (20 []

TechCabal

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· Jul 8, 2026

Kenya lets families block relatives from gambling under proposed rules

The proposals, published in regulations gazetted on June 30, would also allow betting companies to suspend customers they believe are gambling beyond their financial means.

Kaiser Health

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· Jun 26, 2026

Medicare Advantage Company Pays $342M to Government in Midst of Billing Probe

The payment by Elevance Health to the Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services comes as the agency threatened to bar new enrollments in the company’s plans.

TechCrunch

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· Jul 9, 2026

FanDuel sent a video from star athlete Bryce Harper to a customer with a gambling problem

The video call highlights the murky relationship between professional athletes and gambling apps.

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jun 30, 2026

Stress test: Banks and NBFCs can withstand losses under adverse scenarios

K Ram Kumar

The Economic Times

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· Jul 6, 2026

8 cash transaction limits to know to avoid penalties

8 cash transaction limits to know to avoid penalties

NL Times

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Dutch government's plans to tax sugary softdrinks will also make beer more expensive

The government’s plans for a sugar tax will also make beer more expensive, the Telegraaf

Wonkette

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· Jul 1, 2026

Welcome To Donald Trump's Exciting New World Of Student Loan F*ckery!

Higher monthly payments, less loan forgiveness. But one and a half (1.5) good ideas!

RTÉ News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Homeless charities raise concerns over housing bill

Further concerns have been raised by charities working with homeless people over the Housing and Tenancies Bill.

Independent Journal Review

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· Jun 26, 2026

‘I Am Not A Nutritionist’: GOP Rep Presses ‘Expert’ On Why Taxpayers Need To Pay For People’s Soda

Republican Texas Rep. Brandon Gill pressed a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) advocate Thursday on why taxpayers should pay for sugary drinks. The House Oversight subcommittee examined waste, fraud and

Tampa Free Press

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· Jun 29, 2026

EPA Drops $200K Barrier To Help Small Towns Upgrade Drinking Water

Small communities across the United States will soon find it cheaper to apply for federal funding to fix their drinking water and wastewater systems. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday that it is completely waiving application and processing fees for its primary water infrastructure loan program through fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The waiver [] EPA Drops 200K Barrier To Help Small Towns Upgrade Drinking Water

CityNews Montreal

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· Jul 3, 2026

Quarterly payments of Ottawa’s boosted grocery and essentials benefit start today

OTTAWA — Eligible Canadians will find a bit more cash in their bank accounts starting today as quarterly payments begin for the federal Liberals’ boosted affordability benefit. The Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit is paid out to lower-income households every three months and was previously called the GST/HST credit. Eligible households got a one-time payment [] The post Quarterly payments of Ottawa’s boosted grocery and essentials benefit start today appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Metro

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· Jul 1, 2026

New London drinking rule could land you with a £100 fine

The order comes into force this month.

Fortune

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· Jul 2, 2026

The sports economy is unaffordable at the bar, let alone the stadium

New data shows fans are going into debt for tickets — and one in five can't even afford to watch out at a sports bar.

Premier League | The Guardian

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· Jul 7, 2026

Deloitte review: Premier League clubs’ pre-tax losses surge by 600% to £948m

Losses increase between 2023-24 and 2024-25 seasonsTransfer spend and lack of one-off sales account for riseThe combined pre-tax losses of Premier League clubs climbed from £135m in the 2023-24 season to £948m in 2024-25, according to Deloitte’s annual review of football finance.This rise was attributed by Deloitte to transfer spending and the absence of significant profits from one-off sales. Net debt of Premier League clubs was up to £3.6bn in 2024-25, compared to £3.5bn the season before, Deloitte found. Continue reading...

Jacobin

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· Jul 5, 2026

Fake Accounts Crying Jackpot Are Selling the iGambling Dream

Online gambling operators are no longer selling the promise of luxury but the promise of stability. Through fake Reddit accounts, they peddle stories of groceries bought and rent paid, all supposedly made possible by a lucky break.

Times of India

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· Jul 12, 2026

Quote of the day by Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife MacKenzie Scott: "My approach to philanthropy will continue to be thoughtful. It will take time and effort and care. But…" - why thoughtful generosity should never be delayed

MacKenzie Scott advocates for immediate and thoughtful philanthropy, rejecting delays for perfect solutions. She believes urgency is crucial when addressing poverty and crisis situations. Scott's approach involves significant trust in recipient organizations to manage funds effectively. This method has demonstrably improved the long-term financial stability of many groups. Her philosophy emphasizes using wealth for impact rather than preservation.

Futurism

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· Jul 10, 2026

FanDuel Is Using Personal Messages From Sports Stars to Keep Gambling Addicts Hooked

Philadelphia Phillies star player Bryce Harper wanted to make sure an addict had an extra special Thanksgiving. The post FanDuel Is Using Personal Messages From Sports Stars to Keep Gambling Addicts Hooked appeared first on Futurism.

Fox News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Bryce Harper video to FanDuel user with gambling addiction under review by Pennsylvania officials

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board is reviewing a Bryce Harper video FanDuel sent to a bettor who says he lost 1.5 million to gambling addiction.

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