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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1626, Robert Sidney, 1st Earl of Leicester, English politician (born 1563) passed away. In 1690, Nine Years' War: French naval forces led by Anne Hilarion de Tourville fresh from their victory at Beachy Head sail West and launch a raid on the small English town of Teignmouth leaving it devastated. 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 1953, Gil Birmingham, American actor was born. In 1960, Ian Hislop, Welsh-English journalist and screenwriter was born. In 1961, Tim Watson, Australian footballer, coach, and journalist was born. In 1961, Khalid Mahmood, Pakistani-English engineer and politician was born. In 1967, Mark McGowan, Australian politician, 30th Premier of Western Australia 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 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Perth traffic: Serious crash in Welshpool during Friday morning rush hour, expect delays

Drivers have been urged to proceed with caution through the area and seek alternate routes.
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The West Australian
· Jun 26, 2026
Perth traffic: Crash blocks lane on Kwinana Freeway in Leeming during Friday peak hour
A crash on a major Perth freeway has blocked a lane, causing heavy congestion as motorists head home on Friday afternoon.
Brisbane Times
· Jun 28, 2026
WA news LIVE: Two injured, car destroyed, following police chase in Perth’s north-east; Commuters face delays as Transperth reports technical issues
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RTL Today
· Jul 4, 2026
Weather & Traffic: Saturday 4 July: sunny and dry
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Irish Mirror
· Jul 5, 2026
Busy Cork road shut after serious overnight crash with diversions in place
A serious collision has taken place on the N20 between Ballyhea and Lisballyhea in Co Cork on Saturday night, July 4, with the road fully blocked off and overnight diversions in place
9 News Australia
· Jul 3, 2026
Drivers will pay more to cross the harbour | 9 News Australia
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KTLA 5
· Jul 4, 2026
210 Freeway pursuit ends with deadly CHP shooting
Holiday traffic was at a standstill on the eastbound 210 Freeway Friday morning as authorities investigated two separate shootings, one that critically wounded a tow truck driver and another that left a suspect dead following a CHP pursuit into Covina. KTLA's Shelby Nelson reports. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1
Sweden Herald
· Jun 21, 2026
Mile-long queue on Öland Bridge, several accidents in midsummer traffic
Mile-long queue on Öland Bridge, several accidents in midsummer traffic
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· Jul 4, 2026
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Borneo Bulletin
· Jul 8, 2026
Temporary lane closures at RIPAHS Bridge and Jalan Labu
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WRAL News
· Jun 25, 2026
Car overturns on I-440 near Six Forks Road in Raleigh
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· Jun 25, 2026
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India Today
· Jul 9, 2026
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The Standard
· Jul 10, 2026
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· Jul 9, 2026
Traffic & Travel: Belfast route closed due to traffic collision
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Times of India
· Jul 1, 2026
Indian-origin truck driver killed in fuel tanker crash in Australia; wife says he was 25 years old
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Independent Online
· Jul 2, 2026
Fatal N12 West crash near Comaro Road causes major traffic delays
Fatal N12 West crash near Comaro Road causes major traffic delays
Anadolu Agency
· Jun 30, 2026
Russia suspends border crossings at railway checkpoints with Finland, Latvia, Estonia
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· Jun 23, 2026
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· Jul 6, 2026
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Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 10, 2026
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The New Zealand Herald
· Jun 30, 2026
Traffic backed on Upper Harbour Motorway, Greenhithe after two separate crashes
Traffic backed on Upper Harbour Motorway, Greenhithe after two separate crashes
The Rising Nepal
· Jul 6, 2026
Suspension bridge in Dang is becoming a must-visit spot for tourists
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Guinee news
· Jun 30, 2026
Kindia : un embouteillage monstre paralyse la circulation entre Friguiadi et Manéah-Ville
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· Jul 9, 2026
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· Jul 9, 2026
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· Jun 22, 2026
2 people killed, another critical after deadly weekend on Calgary roads
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· Jul 4, 2026
Motorcyclist (50s) dies after single-vehicle collision in Co Kildare
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· Jul 7, 2026
Mile 2-Apapa highway gridlock: Police, LASTMA, FRSC, others helpless
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CityNews Montreal
· Jun 28, 2026
Collision kills 1 person, seriously injures another in Ripon, in the Outaouais region
One person died, and another was seriously injured after a collision that occurred Saturday morning in Ripon, in the Outaouais region. Emergency services were called to the area of Route 317 around 11 a.m. The collision involved two vehicles. “An investigation is underway to determine the causes and circumstances surrounding this event,” said Sûreté du [] The post Collision kills 1 person, seriously injures another in Ripon, in the Outaouais region appeared first on CityNews Montreal.
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Related coverage for "Perth traffic: Serious crash in Welshpool during Friday morning rush hour, expect delays": The West Australian — Perth traffic: Crash blocks lane on Kwinana Freeway in Leeming during Friday peak hour. Brisbane Times — WA news LIVE: Two injured, car destroyed, following police chase in Perth’s north-east; Commuters face delays as Transperth reports technical issues. RTL Today — Weather & Traffic: Saturday 4 July: sunny and dry. Irish Mirror — Busy Cork road shut after serious overnight crash with diversions in place. 9 News Australia — Drivers will pay more to cross the harbour | 9 News Australia. KTLA 5 — 210 Freeway pursuit ends with deadly CHP shooting. Sweden Herald — Mile-long queue on Öland Bridge, several accidents in midsummer traffic. Metro — Why stop at 30 minutes? The best mega walks in London. Borneo Bulletin — Temporary lane closures at RIPAHS Bridge and Jalan Labu. WRAL News — Car overturns on I-440 near Six Forks Road in Raleigh. Tampa Free Press — Hillsborough County Traffic Alert: Every Major Lane Closure Hitting Your Drive Next Week. India Today — Live: PM to wrap up Australia visit with MCG stop, will head to New Zealand later. The Standard — Portobello Road stabbings force closure of world-famous market as two wounded in 'altercation'. The News Letter — Traffic & Travel: Belfast route closed due to traffic collision. Times of India — Indian-origin truck driver killed in fuel tanker crash in Australia; wife says he was 25 years old. Independent Online — Fatal N12 West crash near Comaro Road causes major traffic delays. Anadolu Agency — Russia suspends border crossings at railway checkpoints with Finland, Latvia, Estonia. South China Morning Post — Driver, passenger hurt as taxi collides with truck in Hong Kong. Business Today — 2.5 hrs for 31 km! Infy co-founder Kris Gopalakrishnan calls out Bengaluru's traffic nightmare. Utusan Malaysia — Laluan Selat Hormuz kembali lengang. The New Zealand Herald — Traffic backed on Upper Harbour Motorway, Greenhithe after two separate crashes. The Rising Nepal — Suspension bridge in Dang is becoming a must-visit spot for tourists. Guinee news — Kindia : un embouteillage monstre paralyse la circulation entre Friguiadi et Manéah-Ville. ABC7 New York — Traffic severely disrupted after police rescue woman from the Brooklyn Bridge . Toronto Sun — Fiery crash briefly closes stretch of eastbound 401; Toronto man accused of assault, robbery. India TV News — Mumbai-Pune Expressway landslide: Missing Link shut, traffic advisory issued as heavy rain disrupts route. NDTV — Tips Safe For Driving, Riding On Flooded Roads During Heavy Rains. Global News — 2 people killed, another critical after deadly weekend on Calgary roads. TheJournal.ie — Motorcyclist (50s) dies after single-vehicle collision in Co Kildare . Vanguard News — Mile 2-Apapa highway gridlock: Police, LASTMA, FRSC, others helpless. CityNews Montreal — Collision kills 1 person, seriously injures another in Ripon, in the Outaouais region