Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1858, Stewart Culin, American ethnographer and author (died 1929) was born. In 1863, Margaret Murray, British archaeologist, anthropologist, historian, and folklorist (died 1963) was born. In 1903, Kenneth Clark, English historian and author (died 1983) was born. In 1907, George Weller, American author, playwright, and journalist (died 2002) was born. In 1911, Bob Steele, American radio personality (died 2002) was born. In 1919, William F. Quinn, American lawyer (died 2006) was born. In 1922, Martin Dies Sr., American journalist and politician (born 1870) passed away. In 1934, Peter Gzowski, Canadian journalist and academic (died 2002) was born. In 1960, Joy Davidman, American-English poet and author (born 1915) passed away. In 2015, Martin Litchfield West, English scholar, author, and academic (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Richard W. Smith: After ten years of euthanasia, Canada needs a message of hope

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July 13, 2026

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We must continue to find ways to provide true compassion, care and love to those who are suffering

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Al Jazeera

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· Jul 4, 2026

Why closure matters at the end of life

A peaceful, supported end-of-life experience — focused on family and closure — can transform both dying and grieving.

Ukrainska Pravda

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· Jul 7, 2026

A few thoughts on death

A few thoughts on death

KTLA 5

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· Jun 29, 2026

Canadian man attempts to kill NorCal woman he met online

A 26-year-old Canadian man was sentenced to two consecutive life sentences for the attempted murder of a Northern California woman he had become obsessed with after meeting her on an online gaming platform, officials announced. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

Rabble.ca

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· Jun 22, 2026

Ageing and being queer: Making sure wishes are respected at end of life

Death workers across the country want queer people to know that it is never too soon to start planning to have a dignified end of life. The post Ageing and being queer: Making sure wishes are respected at end of life appeared first on rabble.ca.

Toronto Sun

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· Jul 2, 2026

UK court overturns teen boys’ ‘unduly lenient’ sentence in gang rapes

The victims' families said they were 'deeply grateful' and 'relieved' by the harsher sentences

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jun 28, 2026

Nigeria Welcomes Life Sentence of Canadian Murder Suspect

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has welcomed the life sentence handed to the individual convicted of killing two young Nigerians, Chibueze Momah and Tosin Amos-Arowoshegbe, in a nightclub shooting in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, in July 2022. The Ontario Court of Justice sentenced the offender to life imprisonment without parole for 25 years after convicting [] The post Nigeria Welcomes Life Sentence of Canadian Murder Suspect appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Times of India

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· Jul 7, 2026

2018 murder of newborn in California: Bakshinderpal Sing Mann, father who buried baby and then fled to Canada, finally sentenced

2018 murder of newborn in California: Bakshinderpal Sing Mann, father who buried baby and then fled to Canada, finally sentenced

Tucker Carlson

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· Jul 9, 2026

Canada Is Killing Kids?

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CBC News

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· Jan 12, 2026

This is why Quebec is the only province where you can pre-approve your death

This is why Quebec is the only province where you can pre-approve your death

Knewz

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· Jul 6, 2026

12-year-old Canadian boy dies locked up and starved in basement, foster parents sentenced to life in prison

A Canadian foster parents couple finally learned their fate after keeping a 12-year-old malnourished child in the basement for days before he died. A federal judge has sentenced 46-year-old Becky Hamber and 44-year-old Brandy Cooney to life in prison for one count of first-degree murder. The couple also face additional charges of confinement, assault with...

Hot Air

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· Jul 6, 2026

Hey, About That 'Death to America' Thing...

Hey, About That 'Death to America' Thing...

AllAfrica

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· Jul 7, 2026

Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso's Army Accused of Preventing Civilians From Leaving Jihadist-Besieged Towns

[The New Humanitarian] Ouagadougou -- They say we have to accept dying for the homeland.

MS NOW

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· Jun 21, 2026

I love my father deeply — which is why I want him to die quickly

If there is one thing I’ve learned watching my father disintegrate, it’s that our various approaches to end-of-life care are not working. The post I love my father deeply — which is why I want him to die quickly appeared first on MS NOW.

Calgary Sun

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· Jul 1, 2026

Letters, July 1, 2026: ‘Poilievre singing new tune’

Everything not broken What of Mr. Poilievre’s relentless slogan of saying Canada is broken, everything feels broken in Canada right now. Hush child. Nary a mention lads. Mum’s the word. Here he and Ms. Smith are in Alberta these days preaching Oh Canada. As some astute pundits are saying: now the arsonists have become the []

Irish Mirror

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· Jul 6, 2026

Wife's tribute to 'handsome husband' after dad-of-two found dead in hotel room

Father-of-two Graham Smith was 42 when he died in a hotel room last month

Nepal News

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· Jul 9, 2026

कञ्चनपुर पूर्ण खोप सुनिश्चित जिल्ला घोषणा

कञ्चनपुर। कञ्चनपुरलाई ‘पूर्ण खोप सुनिश्चित तथा दिगोपना जिल्ला’ घोषणा गरिएको छ। राष्ट्रिय खोप कार्यक्रमअन्तर्गत जिल्लाका नौ वटै पालिकाका सबै बालबालिकालाई नियमित तथा छुट खोपको पहुँचमा ल्याएपछि पूर्ण खोप सुनिश्चित तथा दिगोपना घोषणा गरिएको हो। जिल्ला समन्वय समितिका प्रमुख दुर्गादत्त बोहराले पूर्ण खोप सुनिश्चितता जिल्ला घोषणा गर्दै बालबालिकालाई खोपबाट रोकथाम गर्न सकिने तथा रोगबाट सुरक्षित राख्न []

The Big Issue

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· Jul 3, 2026

I was homeless and battling addiction. Now I run a charity helping others get through their struggles

Robert Smith set up the charity Group Recovery Aftercare Community Enterprise (GRACE) after his own journey facing homelessness and battling addiction The post I was homeless and battling addiction. Now I run a charity helping others get through their struggles appeared first on Big Issue.

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 13, 2026

St Thomas of Canterbury College future fears: Christchurch school’s principal Steve Hart pays tribute to community that helped save his life

St Thomas of Canterbury College future fears: Christchurch school’s principal Steve Hart pays tribute to community that helped save his life

Canadian Women"s Chamber of Commerce Blog

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· Apr 15, 2025

A NEW CHILD INCOME SUPPORT PROGRAM FOR LABOUR EQUITY

CanWCC Policy Position Paper on Parental Leave Benefits Author: Deirdre Cleveland | Research Analyst, Canadian Women’s Chamber of Commerce Action on parental leave is imperative to gender equality and to the economy in Canada. Parental leave in Canada is currently administered in the same way and by the same agency as Employment Insurance (EI) benefits, which makes it challenging to ... The post A NEW CHILD INCOME SUPPORT PROGRAM FOR LABOUR EQUITY appeared first on Canadian Women's Chamber of Commerce.

Loonie Politics

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· Jul 6, 2026

Canadians with mental illness who saw MAID as an option feel abandoned: ‘They’ve left me with nothing’

TORONTO — Betrayed. Dehumanized. Devastated. These are the words some Canadians use to describe how they feel about a special government committee recommending not to expand medical assistance in dying to people seeking the procedure for a mental illness. On June 17, the recommendation was released, stating that there was a lack of consensus on [] The post Canadians with mental illness who saw MAID as an option feel abandoned: ‘They’ve left me with nothing’ appeared first on Loonie Politics.

National Post

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· Jul 1, 2026

‘Strive to be worthy of our past’: Reflections on Canada from our prime ministers

A collection of Right Honourable words for Canada Day 2026

Canadian Women’s Foundation

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· Jun 29, 2026

Statement from the Canadian Women’s Foundation on Child Care

June 29, 2026 The Canadian Women’s Foundation enthusiastically supports the recent announcement of 5.4 billion in new federal funding to continue to build the Canada-wide early learning and childcare program over the next two years. We also call for a longer-term plan to sustain this further beyond two years so families can continue to plan for a better, more affordable longer-term future. Accessible and inclusive childcare throughout [...] The post Statement from the Canadian Women’s Foundation on Child Care appeared first on Canadian Women's Foundation.

Daily Mail

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· Jul 4, 2026

The parents who let their daughter die: How suicidal Dutch teen begged for euthanasia before her tormented mother and father allowed her to end her life

The parents who let their daughter die: How suicidal Dutch teen begged for euthanasia before her tormented mother and father allowed her to end her life

Now Magazine

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· Jun 26, 2026

The 519 at 50: How a Toronto building slated for demolition became a Queer Canadian landmark

Before it became the heart of Toronto’s Queer Village, The 519 was a building destined for demolition. Fifty years later, the community centre is celebrating... The post The 519 at 50: How a Toronto building slated for demolition became a Queer Canadian landmark appeared first on NOW Toronto.

The News Letter

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· Jun 22, 2026

Political leaders praise victims' courage in giving evidence against 'reprehensible' former DUP boss Jeffrey Donaldson

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson’s convictions for a string of child sex offences has led to praise for the bravery of his victims in coming forward to authorities about the abuse they suffered.

CityNews Montreal

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· Jun 25, 2026

Named honorary citizen, Brendan Gallagher says ‘merci’ to Montreal: ‘This city has given me everything’

For everything Brendan Gallagher gave to the city of Montreal, it’s what the city gave back to him that he’ll remember for a lifetime. Being honoured by the City of Montreal on Thursday – he was given the title of honorary citizen – was an opportunity for Gallagher to express his love to the place [] The post Named honorary citizen, Brendan Gallagher says ‘merci’ to Montreal: ‘This city has given me everything’ appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 2, 2026

Venezuela thanks 31 nations, including Türkiye, for earthquake rescue assistance

'Before all those who have come risking their lives to save others, pain turns to gratitude,' says interim president

Tampa Free Press

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· Jul 9, 2026

Suitcase Horror: Delaware Man Gets Life For Dismembering Nurse Ex-Girlfriend

A Delaware man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for the brutal murder, dismemberment, and concealment of his ex-girlfriend’s body inside a suitcase. Nobert Matara, 33, received a life sentence after pleading guilty in April 2026 to first-degree murder. The sentencing follows the December 2024 death of 31-year-old Tracy Nyariki, according to [] Suitcase Horror: Delaware Man Gets Life For Dismembering Nurse Ex-Girlfriend

Punching Bag Post

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· Jul 5, 2026

Planned Parenthood to Regain Federal Funding

Federal Funding Returns After One Year Ban One of the biggest victories for the pro life movement may prove to be only temporary. Beginning July 5, Planned Parenthood clinics across the country are once again eligible to receive Medicaid reimbursements for non abortion health care after a one year federal funding ban expired. Supporters of [] The post Planned Parenthood to Regain Federal Funding appeared first on The Punching Bag Post.

The Standard

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· Jun 23, 2026

Stormont MLAs blast ‘evil sexual predator’ Donaldson

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson’s victims were commended for their bravery and dignity in the chamber he once served in.

Independent Online

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· Jul 3, 2026

Mpumalanga High Court affirms life sentence for child rapist who exploited family trust

Mpumalanga High Court affirms life sentence for child rapist who exploited family trust

SundayTimes

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· Jul 8, 2026

Beyond medicine: how hope and emotional support are changing the lives of seriously ill children

Reach for a Dream is celebrating 38 years of fulfilling the dreams of children with life-threatening illnesses in South Africa

Conservative Review

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· Jul 6, 2026

Young Washington Captures The Spirit Of America

Young Washington emphasizes the uniquely American character of the Father of Our Country, while honoring his 'wild, beautiful, dangerous, but free' life.

South Africa Today

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· Jul 3, 2026

Stepfather Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Rape of 8-Year-Old Stepdaughter in Dinaweng

DINAWENG – A 47-year-old stepfather has been sentenced to life imprisonment after being convicted of the repeated rape of his 8-year-old stepdaughter in Dinaweng, marking the conclusion of a case that authorities described as successfully prosecuted through meticulous investigation and professional collaboration. The breakthrough in the matter occurred in May 2025 when the young victim []

The Daily Wire

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· Jun 23, 2026

Why This ‘Compassion’ Debate Is Taking A Dark Turn

This article is part of Upstream, The Daily Wire’s new home for culture and lifestyle. Real human insight and human stories — from our featured writers to you. *** Medical assistance in dying represents a civilizational shift: from medicine ordered toward healing to medicine authorized to end life. Proponents frame it as compassion, but it rests ...

Global News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Quebec proposes tighter controls on Benadryl after teen’s 2023 death

The measure was recommended by a Quebec coroner last year following the overdose death of an 18-year-old.

Right Wing Watch

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· Jun 30, 2026

George Washington, Faith Healer

Freedom Trucks National Emergency Backfired Badly

Catholic World Report

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· Jul 3, 2026

Thankful for abortion pill reversal: ‘We are grateful someone answered’

Here is a roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news. [...]

Reuters

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· Jun 23, 2026

After deadly Montreal shooting, Quebec premier says it's a 'safe city'

Quebec’s Premier Christine Frechette reassured that Montreal is a ‘safe city’ during a press conference after a deadly shooting left three people dead. Police said the victims included a police officer, a civilian and the suspected assailant. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #canada #quebec #montreal #shooting #christinefrechette 👉 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

ZENIT

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· Jul 3, 2026

Anglicans in Canada Normalize Murder Through Official Ritual Liturgies for Euthanasia

The newly released text, entitled Pastoral Liturgies at the Time of Death in Contexts of Medical Assistance in Dying, states that its purpose is not to settle the ethical controversy surrounding assisted death or to argue either for or against the practice The post Anglicans in Canada Normalize Murder Through Official Ritual Liturgies for Euthanasia appeared first on ZENIT - English.

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