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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1801, British ships inflict heavy damage on Spanish and French ships in the Second Battle of Algeciras. In 1892, Bruno Schulz, Ukrainian-Polish author and painter (died 1942) was born. In 1909, Motoichi Kumagai, Japanese photographer and illustrator (died 2010) was born. In 1928, Imero Fiorentino, American lighting designer (died 2013) was born. In 1938, Wieger Mensonides, Dutch swimmer was born. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 1975, James Ormsbee Chapin, American painter and illustrator (born 1887) passed away. In 1998, Serge Lemoyne, Canadian painter (born 1941) passed away. In 2001, Kaylee McKeown, Australian swimmer was born. In 2014, Nestor Basterretxea, Spanish painter and sculptor (born 1924) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Plagued by algae and peeling paint, Reflecting Pool set to undergo more repairs
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is set to undergo more repairs, just days ahead of America's 250th anniversary. That's according to Trump, who has repeatedly claimed without evidence that vandals caused the algae blooms and peeling paint that have plagued the pool since its renovation. Stephanie Sy reports.
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Wired
· Jun 23, 2026
Even the Internet’s Favorite Pool Guy Doesn’t Know How to Fix the Reflecting Pool
Algae blooms, peeling paint, and a host of fixes from hydrogen peroxide to nanobubblers have made it hard to diagnose what's wrong with the Reflecting Pool, let alone how to clean up the mess.
Scientific American
· Jun 22, 2026
Why the paint is peeling off the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool—experts explain
Poor preparation and a failure to properly apply the coating may be just a few of the reasons why the Reflecting Pool’s new paint job appears to be peeling off
Sky News Australia
· Jun 27, 2026
Arrests made over alleged vandalism of the Washington DC Reflecting Pool
Seven arrests and 18 police reports have been made around the alleged vandalism of the Washington DC Reflecting Pool. The pool has suffered significant deterioration since a Donald Trump-backed renovation. Algae growth and peeling material were reported several weeks after the work. The US President has confirmed when repairs would be made. “We’ll fix it right after the Fourth of July,” President Trump said.
Off The Press
· Jul 3, 2026
NPS plans to drain Reflecting Pool for repairs after 4th of July celebrations
The National Park Service plans to begin draining the Reflecting Pool in the National Mall to make repairs, which will include the damage to the lining, after the Fourth of July celebrations. The Department of Interior is soliciting bids for a contract to handle long-term maintenance of the pool after the repairs are completed, CNN []...Click to read more
Irish Star
· Jun 22, 2026
Outraged Americans slam Trump's 'waste of money' Reflecting Pool renovations
The Reflecting Pool, renovated at a cost of 14 million in taxpayer funds, began peeling shortly after it was renovated, angering locals and tourists
Us Weekly
· Jun 21, 2026
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Pool and beach season is here, and Bethenny Frankel found a slimming one-piece suit so good, you’ll want it in multiple colors. The retro bathing suit is fitting for poolside lounging and beach days alike. Frankel shared her Amazon find in an Instagram post, and we were thrilled to see that real shoppers are just []
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Related coverage for "Plagued by algae and peeling paint, Reflecting Pool set to undergo more repairs": Wired — Even the Internet’s Favorite Pool Guy Doesn’t Know How to Fix the Reflecting Pool. Scientific American — Why the paint is peeling off the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool—experts explain. Sky News Australia — Arrests made over alleged vandalism of the Washington DC Reflecting Pool. Off The Press — NPS plans to drain Reflecting Pool for repairs after 4th of July celebrations. Irish Star — Outraged Americans slam Trump's 'waste of money' Reflecting Pool renovations. Us Weekly — Bethenny Frankel Adores This 2-in-1 Tummy-Control Swimsuit