Today in News History
On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1573, Eighty Years' War: The Siege of Haarlem ends after seven months. 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 1794, The Battle of Trippstadt between French forces and those of Prussia and Austria begins. 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 1913, The 1913 Romanian Army cholera outbreak during the Second Balkan War starts. In 1960, Joy Davidman, American-English poet and author (born 1915) passed away. 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 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. In 2013, Typhoon Soulik kills at least nine people and affects more than 160 million in East China and Taiwan. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Storm threat eases into evening, pleasant Wednesday follows
Narrative Analysis: Glittering Generalities

The thunderstorm threat moved out of central North Carolina Tuesday evening, leaving some downed trees. Behind the front, a cooler, less humid Wednesday shapes up to be the best weather of the week.
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KROF – 960 AM – Lafayette
· Jul 6, 2026
Storms Knock Out Power: Create Water Concerns in Youngsville
Storms Knock Out Power: Create Water Concerns in Youngsville
KSAT San Antonio
· Jul 9, 2026
Not your typical July weather: rain
Friday and Saturday bring increased humidity and scattered, heavy downpours that may cause minor street flooding, though rain will be spotty and not persistent. Early next week remains unsettled with continued afternoon rain chances and possible street flooding, but overall this is considered a favorable forecast for this typically hot and dry period.
WRAL News
· Jul 7, 2026
Hundreds lose power as storms knock down powerlines and trees throughout central NC
A strong line of storms began moving through the area around 7 p.m., brining flash flood and severe thunderstorm warnings with it, as well as wind gusts up to 60 mph in some places.
The Independent
· Jul 11, 2026
200 children and staff rescued by Black Hawk helicopters from Missouri summer camp after catastrophic flooding
The National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings for the area, which got between 6 and 12 inches (15 and 30 centimeters) of rain
India TV News
· Jul 2, 2026
Heavy rain lashes several parts of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, IMD issues red alert, check full forecast
Heavy rains lashed several parts of the national capital on Thursday morning, bringing relief from the humid conditions. The India Metrological Department (IMD) has predicted generally cloudy sky with moderate rain. On Wednesday, the minimum temperature was 28.6 degree Celsius. Areas across the city witnessed intermittent rain accompanied by winds, providing relief to residents.
Independent Online
· Jun 23, 2026
Today's weather: Fog, cold front and coastal showers in Eastern and Southern regions
Today's weather: Fog, cold front and coastal showers in Eastern and Southern regions
ABC7 New York
· Jul 6, 2026
Tri-state residents urged to prepare for flooding amid heavy rainfall
A flash flood warning was issued for parts of the region as heavy rain and thunderstorms moved through the area.
USA TODAY
· Jul 4, 2026
Salute to America 250 guests told to seek shelter, then evacuate DC July 4th event amid storms
Severe thunderstorm warnings and poor weather have wreaked havoc on Fourth of July celebrations along the East Coast. They included: - Boston: Around 6:30 p.m. police asked those attending the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular to take shelter because of impending weather. - New York: A severe thunderstorm warning is effect for New York City but events have not yet been cancelled. - Washington, DC: Salute to America attendees on the National Mall were asked to evacuate at 7 p.m. due to approaching thunderstorms.
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· Jun 23, 2026
Flash Flood Risk: Warnings Issued Across Central Virginia as Heavy Rain Soaks Region
Residents were urged to avoid flooded roadways and remain alert for rapidly changing weather conditions. The warnings were issued after thunderstorms produced intense rainfall across portions of central Virginia, with forecasters cautioning that localized flash flooding could develop quickly in areas receiving repeated downpours.
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· Jul 5, 2026
Delhi Gets Relief From Heat As Rain Disrupts Flights; 15 Diverted, IMD Forecasts More Showers
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· Jul 5, 2026
Weather: Red heavy rain warning brings flood, travel risks to Dunedin and Clutha
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· Jul 6, 2026
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CityNews Montreal
· Jun 22, 2026
Montreal weather: Respite from rains and seasonal temperatures return to start the week
After the heavy downpour and flash flooding in parts of the island over the weekend, Montrealers get a respite from the rains and seasonal temperatures returning. Monday will be mainly sunny with some clouds around noon. There is a 30 per cent chance of showers in the afternoon. The day will see a high of [] The post Montreal weather: Respite from rains and seasonal temperatures return to start the week appeared first on CityNews Montreal.
Proto Thema - English
· Jun 24, 2026
Weather for today and the week in Greece: Today, partly cloudy with scattered showers & lower temperatures
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· Jul 6, 2026
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· Jul 6, 2026
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· Jul 10, 2026
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· Jul 11, 2026
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BERNAMA
· Jul 7, 2026
General : Thunderstorm Warning In Seven States Until Midnight - MetMalaysia
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The Watchers
· Jul 3, 2026
Dangerous heat wave continues into July 4 as record temperatures spread across the eastern U.S.
A dangerous heat wave continued to intensify across much of the central and eastern United States on Friday, July 3, 2026. Numerous daily temperature records have already broken and more are expected through the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned of widespread Major to Extreme HeatRisk and heat index values reaching 46°C (115°F). Source
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Related coverage for "Storm threat eases into evening, pleasant Wednesday follows": KROF – 960 AM – Lafayette — Storms Knock Out Power: Create Water Concerns in Youngsville. KSAT San Antonio — Not your typical July weather: rain. WRAL News — Hundreds lose power as storms knock down powerlines and trees throughout central NC. The Independent — 200 children and staff rescued by Black Hawk helicopters from Missouri summer camp after catastrophic flooding. India TV News — Heavy rain lashes several parts of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, IMD issues red alert, check full forecast. Independent Online — Today's weather: Fog, cold front and coastal showers in Eastern and Southern regions. ABC7 New York — Tri-state residents urged to prepare for flooding amid heavy rainfall . USA TODAY — Salute to America 250 guests told to seek shelter, then evacuate DC July 4th event amid storms. Latestly.com — Flash Flood Risk: Warnings Issued Across Central Virginia as Heavy Rain Soaks Region. OneIndia — Delhi Gets Relief From Heat As Rain Disrupts Flights; 15 Diverted, IMD Forecasts More Showers. The New Zealand Herald — Weather: Red heavy rain warning brings flood, travel risks to Dunedin and Clutha. Guinee news — Conakry pourra-t-elle échapper aux inondations mortelles cette fois-ci ?. CityNews Montreal — Montreal weather: Respite from rains and seasonal temperatures return to start the week. Proto Thema - English — Weather for today and the week in Greece: Today, partly cloudy with scattered showers & lower temperatures. The West Australian — Perth weather: Damp start to the week but sunshine to return. JFeed — Flash Flood Warning in Effect for Brooklyn, Queens, and Nassau County Until 1:30 PM . The Standard — Thunderstorms risk for London in week-long heatwave with temperatures up to 34C. The Japan Times — Japan’s southwestern islands on high alert as Typhoon Bavi approaches . Borneo Bulletin — ‘Significant, dangerous’ temperature warning in US for a week. BERNAMA — General : Thunderstorm Warning In Seven States Until Midnight - MetMalaysia. The Watchers — Dangerous heat wave continues into July 4 as record temperatures spread across the eastern U.S.


