Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1859, Sidney Webb, 1st Baron Passfield, English economist and politician, Secretary of State for the Colonies (died 1947) was born. In 1911, Bob Steele, American radio personality (died 2002) was born. In 1922, Martin Dies Sr., American journalist and politician (born 1870) passed away. In 1930, Sam Greenlee, American author and poet (died 2014) was born. In 1948, Tony Kornheiser, American television sports talk show host and former sportswriter was born. In 1981, Martin Hurson Irish Republican Hunger Striker passed away. In 2013, Vernon B. Romney, American lawyer and politician, 14th Attorney General of Utah (born 1924) passed away. In 2014, Alfred de Grazia, American political scientist, author, and academic (born 1919) passed away. In 2015, Martin Litchfield West, English scholar, author, and academic (born 1927) passed away. In 2024, President of the United States Donald Trump is injured in an assassination attempt while speaking at an election campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Stephen A. Smith is overthinking political talk

Awful Announcing

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July 6, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Name Calling

Stephen A. Smith has conquered the sports world. When it comes to sports talking heads, no one has wider name recognition. He’s the subject of New York Times profiles and Saturday Night Live parodies. Your mom may not know exactly who he is or what he does, but she’s definitely heard the name Stephen A.

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PBD Podcast

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· Jul 1, 2026

Why Do Politicians Leave Office Exponentially Richer Than They Arrived?

Stephen A. Smith lays out the math on Clinton and Obama, pointing out that book deals, paid speeches and foundation money helped them build massive net worths after the White House. He says Americans should prosper first before politicians cash in on public service. The PBD Podcast is hosted by Patrick Bet David, CEO of Valuetainment. Join us live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9 AM EST as we break down the biggest stories in news, politics, business, current events, and pop culture, plus interviews with today’s most influential leaders. Our mission is to enlighten, entertain, and educate current and future leaders through real conversations, sharp analysis, and bold perspectives. Watch the Home Team for real time reactions and catch exclusive one on one interviews with Patrick Bet David every Tuesday and Thursday featuring top entrepreneurs, executives, and newsmakers. Subscribe and join a community focused on leadership, growth, and thinking bigger. The future looks bright.

Off The Press

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· Jun 26, 2026

Rep. Roger Williams: NY DSA Wins Show US Must ‘Get Serious’ About Threat

Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, told Newsmax on Thursday that Americans must “get serious” after Marxist Democrats notched key primary victories in New York, warning the election results signal a dangerous shift to the far left. “What we saw in New York is a total disaster with socialism and Marxism at the front, and what these []...Click to read more

Awful Announcing

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· Jul 9, 2026

Stephen A. Smith completely missed Draymond Green and Jemele Hill’s point

Stephen A. Smith defended his journalistic credibility by focusing on implications from Draymond Green and Jemele Hill, not facts. Earlier this week, Hill joined Green on his podcast when the four-time NBA champion questioned whether Smith should still call himself a journalist on First Take even though he’s not in the locker room to face

Quadrant Magazine

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· Jun 23, 2026

Adam Smith for Conservatives

Adam Smith for Conservatives

The Daily Signal

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· Jul 2, 2026

Victor Davis Hanson: Leftist Immigrants Want the Rib Eye but Hate the Host

Editor’s note: This is a lightly edited transcript of today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words” from Daily Signal Senior Contributor Victor Davis Hanson. Subscribe to Victor Davis Hanson’s own YouTube channel to watch past episodes. Victor Davis Hanson: So my point is this: If in 2024 the Democrats ran with a socialist and felt the socialist...

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 25, 2026

Blakeman admits comparing Lander to concentration camp guard was ‘too strong’

New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman said he went too far by comparing Democratic congressional candidate Brad Lander, who is Jewish, to a concentration camp guard. “Brad Lander — he’s a disgrace,” Blakeman said in a Newsmax interview on Wednesday. “He’s anti-American. He’s antisemitic, even though he’s Jewish. This guy would be a camp []

Watchdog Report

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· Jun 26, 2026

Ted Cruz Says Republicans Have Dangerous New Problem

When Ted Cruz says antisemitism on the right is becoming “a cancer” and an “existential crisis” for his own party, he is not simply describing personal discomfort; he is forcing conservatives and observers alike to confront how online radicalization, conspiratorial thinking, and intra-right media warfare are reshaping the landscape of Jew‑hatred in the United States. []

Lawyers, Guns & Money

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· Jun 28, 2026

Beshear

Few hear will be surprised to learn that I’m an early supporter of Andy Beshear. Here’s an NYT profile of his campaign, emphasizing how his skills as a politician have sharpened over the course of his career: In an already-congested field of potential Democratic candidates, Mr. Beshear would face a formidable challenge. He has none [] The post Beshear appeared first on Lawyers, Guns Money.

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 12, 2026

TV host rips into the ABC for likening Tony Abbott to a ‘white nationalist’

Sky News host James Morrow named broadcaster Daniel James his “wally of the week,” criticising him for likening former prime minister Tony Abbott to a white nationalist and accusing the ABC of framing multiculturalism debates as moral judgments. “It was the ABC; I dont think I’m surprised that they would broadcast this, but a far-left journalist by the name of Daniel James has likened former prime minister Tony Abbott to a white nationalist," Mr Morrow said. “Pearl-clutching there from the ABC. “They are really working so hard over time to quarantine these discussions around multiculturalism … as a moral thing that if you don't agree with us … you are a bad person.”

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 11, 2026

Will New York change course?

An interview on antisemitism, Israel, the Iran war and other pertinent issues with NY Republican Gubernatorial Nominee Bruce Blakeman.

RedState

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· Jun 24, 2026

The Left Eats Its Own: Brad Lander Ousts Dan Goldman

The Left Eats Its Own: Brad Lander Ousts Dan Goldman

Twitchy

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· Jul 8, 2026

Iowahawkblog Annihilates Hasan Piker: Porky Trust-Fund Trotsky Dreams of Revolution

Iowahawkblog Annihilates Hasan Piker: Porky Trust-Fund Trotsky Dreams of Revolution

Al Arabiya English

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· Jun 26, 2026

Has Britain Been Too Harsh on Starmer?

"Keir Starmer hasn't been THAT RUBBISH." Former Labour Adviser Tom Baldwin argues Britain's political instability extends beyond the performance of any individual prime minister.

Townhall

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· Jun 25, 2026

Old Bill Maher Clip Absolutely Roasts Larry David's 'Ashamed to Be an American' Line

Old Bill Maher Clip Absolutely Roasts Larry David's 'Ashamed to Be an American' Line

Texas Public Policy Foundation

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· Jun 23, 2026

A Great Debate on the Great Books

Recently, a strange, mercurial community of self-described, sometimes externally attributed, “conservative” academics engaged in a wide-ranging discussion of the “Great Books.” Luke Burgis, author and founder of the Cluny Institute, set off the tweetstorm with what on the surface seemed like a simple question: “What is the strongest argument from the political Right AGAINST Great... The post A Great Debate on the Great Books first appeared on Texas Public Policy Foundation.

The Washington Post

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· Jun 22, 2026

U.K. will get its seventh prime minister in 10 years. Here’s how they fell.

Looking back over the past decade, it’s hard not to wonder whether Larry the Cat has been the most stabilizing presence in British politics.

DNyuz

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· Jun 27, 2026

Stephen A. Smith questions wealth of Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, says Americans should prosper first

Stephen A. Smith is offering criticism of the multi-million-dollar net worths of two recent former presidents while arguing that the leaders of the country should only prosper financially if Americans are also doing so. The sports commentator and host of the “Straight Shooter” podcast weighed in on any profits President Trump is making while serving in the []

World Israel News

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· Jul 4, 2026

Mamdani uses America 250 speech to attack capitalism and foreign wars

Bruce Blakeman, the Republican candidate in New York's gubernatorial race said the speech was 'a dark and vindictive appraisal of America's past, present and future.' The post Mamdani uses America 250 speech to attack capitalism and foreign wars appeared first on World Israel News.

The Hill

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· Jul 11, 2026

Progressive House candidate responds to criticism over past comments about Black Dems

William Lawrence, a progressive running in the Democratic primary for the U.S. House in Michigan, is responding to backlash over his previous criticism of Black political leaders. The Huffington Post on Saturday published Lawrence’s comments from a 2024 episode of his podcast, in which the Democrat accused some Black lawmakers of being “a pillar, frankly, for establishment,...

Variety

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· Jul 4, 2026

Rob Reiner Gets the ‘Last Laugh’ Against Trump in Secret Final Role as George Washington in Larry David’s HBO Show

SPOILER ALERT: This interview contains spoilers for Episode 2 of “Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America,” now streaming on HBO Max. A month before he died, Rob Reiner filmed his final role as George Washington in Larry David’s historical sketch comedy series “Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness.” His appearance []

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 5, 2026

How The Left’s Rejection Of Reality Backfired On A Progressive Champion

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. *** Oh, the irony. California State Senator Scott Wiener, a champion of LGBTQ-friendly legislation, was chased from a Pride march last month over his views on Gaza. To ...

Us Weekly

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· Jul 12, 2026

Larry the Cable Guy Reveals If Stand-Up Comedy Is Harder in ‘Woke’ America

Seasoned comedian Larry the Cable Guy isn’t afraid to continue to take the stage — even in a contentious and divided political climate. “We live in the United States of America — somebody doesn’t want to like your act then don’t go see that person’s act. It’s as simple as that,” the comedian, real name []

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