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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1928, Alastair Burnet, English journalist (died 2012) was born. In 1943, Christine McVie, English singer-songwriter and keyboard player (died 2022) was born. In 1959, David Brown, Australian meteorologist was born. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 1979, Maya Kobayashi, Japanese journalist was born. In 1994, Kanako Momota, Japanese singer-songwriter was born. In 1997, Malala Yousafzai, Pakistani-English activist, Nobel Prize laureate was born. In 2001, Kaylee McKeown, Australian swimmer was born. In 2010, Olga Guillot, Cuban-American singer (born 1922) passed away. In 2013, Takako Takahashi, Japanese author (born 1932) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Support floods in for influencer Nara Smith after daughter's cancer diagnosis

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July 2, 2026

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Support floods in for influencer Nara Smith after daughter's cancer diagnosis

In an emotional video, Nara Smith reveals toddler Whimsy Lou was diagnosed with cancer late last year.

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Legit.ng

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· Jul 2, 2026

Nara Smith opens up about her two-year-old daughter's cancer diagnosis

Nara Smith shares heartbreaking news about her daughter Whimsy's cancer diagnosis, revealing the emotional toll and challenges her family is facing.

Yen.com.gh

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· Jul 2, 2026

Over 22,000 people affected in Adabraka by June 29 floods

The devastating floods on June 29, 2026, has affected over 22,000 residents in Adabraka and surrounding communities, with significant damage to Odawna market.

Brisbane Times

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· Jun 29, 2026

Young mother dies after shooting, man charged with murder

A friend of the victim’s family said she was heartbroken by the devastating loss of “such a beautiful young mum”.

Us Weekly

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· Jul 10, 2026

Granger and Amber Smith’s Kids Grieved ‘Differently’ After Brother's Death

Granger Smith and his wife, Amber Smith, are reflecting on how their family dealt with unimaginable loss after their 3-year-old son River drowned. Appearing on the Thursday, July 9, episode of the “Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew” podcast, Amber shared that each family member “grieved differently” after River’s death in 2019. (Granger, 46, and []

Knewz

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· Jun 23, 2026

Missouri mom faces accusations of fatal starvation after 20-month-old daughter dies, weighing only 10 pounds

A Missouri mother is facing child abuse charges after police revealed that she starved her 20-month-old daughter to death in a case that has stunned the community. Sausha Myers was arrested on June 14 and charged with two counts of child abuse in connection with the death of her infant daughter, Sky. At the time...

Metro

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· Jun 29, 2026

Lilo & Stitch child star Daveigh Chase, 35, died of AIDS, coroner confirms

She endured a series of health problems in the months before her death.

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Related coverage for "Support floods in for influencer Nara Smith after daughter's cancer diagnosis": Legit.ng — Nara Smith opens up about her two-year-old daughter's cancer diagnosis. Yen.com.gh — Over 22,000 people affected in Adabraka by June 29 floods. Brisbane Times — Young mother dies after shooting, man charged with murder. Us Weekly — Granger and Amber Smith’s Kids Grieved ‘Differently’ After Brother's Death. Knewz — Missouri mom faces accusations of fatal starvation after 20-month-old daughter dies, weighing only 10 pounds. Metro — Lilo & Stitch child star Daveigh Chase, 35, died of AIDS, coroner confirms