Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. 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 1926, Thomas Clark, American politician (died 2020) was born. In 1950, George Nelson, American astronomer and astronaut was born. In 1964, Charlie Hides, American drag queen and comedian was born. In 1967, Tom Simpson, English cyclist (born 1937) 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 1982, Simon Clist, English footballer was born. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 1985, Abdallah El Said, Egyptian footballer was born. In 2017, Liu Xiaobo, Chinese literary critic, human rights activist (born 1955) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

The crowd-free beach under 2 hours from London where you won’t fight for space

Metro

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July 7, 2026

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Visit this unspoiled beach during the heatwave!

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Metro

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· Jul 4, 2026

Why stop at 30 minutes? The best mega walks in London

It's a great way to see the sights.

The Standard

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· Jul 6, 2026

London's lie-in: Capital resembles ghost town at 'rush hour' after England's electrifying 4am win over Mexico

Normally bustling central London streets virtually empty after millions stay up to watch historic win

Daily Mail

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· Jul 9, 2026

The Wimbledon queue tent mountain: Discarded sleeping bags and camping gear left by fans piles up in park next to All England Club

The Wimbledon queue tent mountain: Discarded sleeping bags and camping gear left by fans piles up in park next to All England Club

BingNews

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· Jul 3, 2026

Pourquoi San Francisco reste l'une des villes les plus fascinantes des États-Unis

Découvrez le charme urbain raffiné, les quartiers animés et la scène gastronomique de haut vol de San Francisco ...

Us Weekly

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· Jul 13, 2026

21 Summer Dresses With Pure Amalfi Coast Rich Girl Energy

It’s Euro summer, with seemingly everyone jet-setting off to the Mediterranean coast. But don’t get bogged down if you haven’t booked a round-trip ticket just yet. You can still achieve that effortless seaside aesthetic with a slew of elevated vacation dresses. Nordstrom, Free People, Mayc’s and more are delivering that chic Amalfi Coast energy with []

Hello Magazine

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· Jul 2, 2026

Inside HELLO!'s exclusive Wimbledon VIP Suite - including a luxury caviar station

Everything that happened when HELLO! hosted guests in the Emirates suite at Wimbledon - including Vanessa Williams, Nicky Hilton Rothschild, David Gandy and Dame Elaine Paige

People.com

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· Jul 11, 2026

Who Gets to Sit in the Wimbledon Royal Box? Here’s How to Score an Invite to the Exclusive Seats

The Royal Box is a coveted viewing area for the tennis tournament

The Local Germany

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· Jul 1, 2025

Seven of the coolest places in Berlin and Brandenburg to visit on hot summer days

If you live in Berlin or Brandenburg, and you're seeking a place to escape from a scorching summer day, here’s out list of top attractions in 'cool' locations.

Korea Times News

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· Jun 28, 2026

[PHOTO] Beach welcomes summer visitors

[PHOTO] Beach welcomes summer visitors

Euro Weekly News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Summer rush parking eased as Benalmadena creates 40 new beachfront parking spaces

Drivers heading to Benalmadena’s busy coast this summer will be happy to find more room to park, thanks to a []

UrduPoint

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· Jun 22, 2026

Abu Dhabi Festival, Vienna Philharmonic present Summer Night Concert

Abu Dhabi Festival, Vienna Philharmonic present Summer Night Concert

ArcaMax

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· Jul 1, 2026

Q&A: The Beach Boys' Mike Love and John Stamos talk July 4th at Hollywood Bowl

ANAHEIM, Calif. — When the Beach Boys made their Hollywood Bowl debut on Oct. 27, 1962, it was the biggest venue the band had played in a year of gigs that included a run of shows at the Pandora’s Box nightclub in West Hollywood, a tour of ...

Quartz

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· Jun 23, 2026

The best — and most practical — cities in the U.S. for conferences

From Las Vegas's million-plus hotel rooms to San Diego's waterfront convention center and near-perfect year-round weather

Brisbane Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

Surf Hotel

Bridging the gap between restaurant dining and home cooking.

The Independent

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· Jun 27, 2026

More than 15,000 Vespas from across the world swarm Rome as iconic scooter celebrates anniversary

Enthusiasts from across Europe, England, San Francisco, Australia’s Gold Coast, and the Philippines gathered

ABC7 New York

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· Jul 4, 2026

Beachgoers soak in the 4th of July holiday sun at Robert Moses State Park

Beachgoers soak in the 4th of July holiday sun at Robert Moses State Park

Vogue

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· Jul 6, 2026

Snoop Dogg Shut Down Montauk’s Surf Lodge for the Fourth of July Weekend

There may have been a heat wave—and Taylor Swift’s wedding—in New York City, but a few hours away in Montauk, the scene was just as hot. The Fourth of July weekend at Surf Lodge is always the it place to be, and this time around, the Hamptons hotspot went bigger than ever to ring in America’s 250th birthday.

Reuters

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· Jun 26, 2026

London Climate Action Week faces heatwave reality

As record June temperatures hit London Climate Action Week, the UK capital got a glimpse of the future normal after an event dedicated to discussing the impacts of extreme heat at the ‌London School of Economics was canceled because the venue was too hot. Resilience to heat and other extreme weather events such as drought, floods and storms — which hit many developing countries least able to manage ‌them — was a key area of focus. Energy and ESG Editor Sharon Kimathi shares her takeaways. #climatechange #LCAW #londonclimateactionweek #europe #heatwave

Sada Elbalad

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· Jun 28, 2026

Egyptian Fans Paint an Extraordinary Picture Outside the Egypt-Belgium Match Stadium in Seattle

SEATTLE —The electric atmosphere of the Egypt-Belgium match was not confined to the pitch; it spilled over into the stadium's surroundings, transforming the streets and Seattle’s waterfront into a vibrant Egyptian carnival hours before kickoff.

The West Australian

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· Jul 5, 2026

Stars descend on Manhattan, Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding

More than 1,000 guests gathered inside Madison Square Garden as Hollywood stars, music royalty, sporting legends and fashion icons descended on Manhattan for the celebrity equivalent of the Royal Wedding.

The korea Herald News

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· Jul 9, 2026

BTS sets concert attendance record at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

BTS attracted around 130,000 fans over two sold-out concerts at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, setting a new attendance record for concerts held at the venue. According to Big Hit Music on Thursday, the group’s Arirang concerts, held on Monday and Tuesday, drew the largest per-show audience for any concert since the stadium opened in April 2019, citing promoter Live Nation. The achievement marks another milestone for BTS in London. In 2019, the group became the first Korean act to perfor

KTLA 5

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· Jul 12, 2026

Fans gather at Venice Beach in SoCal for World Cup watch party

Nearly 6,000 fans gathered at the sold-out FIFA Fan Zone at Venice Beach on Saturday to watch two back-to-back matches. KTLA’s Jillian Smukler reports. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

DNyuz

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· Jul 9, 2026

This Summer, Midtown Manhattan Is Taking Center Stage

Midtown Manhattan occupies a particular place in the popular imagination. It is the land of hop-on-hop-off buses, Broadway marquees, Penn Station and Rockefeller Center; the heart of the concrete jungle, where office workers and sightseers mingle under towering skyscrapers. It is not cool. Though home to many of the most overrun tourist destinations, its neighborhoods []

Seeking Alpha

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· Jul 9, 2026

Travelers: Strong Fundamentals Reflected In The Recent Rally (Downgrade)

Travelers: Strong Fundamentals Reflected In The Recent Rally (Downgrade)

KTTH – 770 AM – Seattle

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· Jul 1, 2026

Rantz: Seattle’s hot new bistro is a rent-free homeless tent at 6th and Blanchard

A tent at 6th and Blanchard near Amazon got styled like a sidewalk café during the World Cup. Rantz on the absurd endpoint of Seattle's homeless policy.

Commercial Observer

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· Jul 6, 2026

Former Downtown Brooklyn Macy’s Slated for Dramatic Retail Makeover

The 440,000-square-foot space at Downtown Brooklyn’s 422 Fulton Street — the largest block of retail space currently available in New York City and the former site of a Macy’s department store — will become BKX, a five-floor retail and amusement destination that’s being described by developers as a “next-generation cultural and commercial hub,” Commercial Observer []

Irish News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Is Southampton the history-packed summer break you’ve never thought of?

James Besanvalle explores the underrated city on a sunny weekend.

Associated Press

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· Jun 29, 2026

Brazil vs. Japan: LIVE watch party of 2026 World Cup

Live from Tokyo and Sao Paulo as fans gather to watch Brazil vs. Japan in Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. #fifaworldcup #japan #brazil

BBC News

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· Jul 5, 2026

A very British love affair - why Wimbledon regulars keep coming back

Devoted fans of the SW19 Championships tell stories of camping in the queue and lifelong friendships.

Middle East News 247

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· Jul 8, 2026

This Summer Stay Downtown

As the city welcomes the warmer months, Address Downtown, Address Dubai Mall, Address Sky View, Vida Dubai Mall, and Palace Downtown invite guests to embrace a vibrant spring/summer staycation designed for connection, relaxation, and discovery. From sunlit mornings to lively evenings, families and friends can enjoy quality time together while exploring the energy and attractions [] The post This Summer Stay Downtown appeared first on Middle East News 247.

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Related coverage for "The crowd-free beach under 2 hours from London where you won’t fight for space": Metro — Why stop at 30 minutes? The best mega walks in London. The Standard — London's lie-in: Capital resembles ghost town at 'rush hour' after England's electrifying 4am win over Mexico . Daily Mail — The Wimbledon queue tent mountain: Discarded sleeping bags and camping gear left by fans piles up in park next to All England Club. BingNews — Pourquoi San Francisco reste l'une des villes les plus fascinantes des États-Unis. Us Weekly — 21 Summer Dresses With Pure Amalfi Coast Rich Girl Energy. Hello Magazine — Inside HELLO!'s exclusive Wimbledon VIP Suite - including a luxury caviar station. People.com — Who Gets to Sit in the Wimbledon Royal Box? Here’s How to Score an Invite to the Exclusive Seats. The Local Germany — Seven of the coolest places in Berlin and Brandenburg to visit on hot summer days . Korea Times News — [PHOTO] Beach welcomes summer visitors. Euro Weekly News — Summer rush parking eased as Benalmadena creates 40 new beachfront parking spaces. UrduPoint — Abu Dhabi Festival, Vienna Philharmonic present Summer Night Concert. ArcaMax — Q&A: The Beach Boys' Mike Love and John Stamos talk July 4th at Hollywood Bowl. Quartz — The best — and most practical — cities in the U.S. for conferences. Brisbane Times — Surf Hotel. The Independent — More than 15,000 Vespas from across the world swarm Rome as iconic scooter celebrates anniversary. ABC7 New York — Beachgoers soak in the 4th of July holiday sun at Robert Moses State Park . Vogue — Snoop Dogg Shut Down Montauk’s Surf Lodge for the Fourth of July Weekend. Reuters — London Climate Action Week faces heatwave reality. Sada Elbalad — Egyptian Fans Paint an Extraordinary Picture Outside the Egypt-Belgium Match Stadium in Seattle. The West Australian — Stars descend on Manhattan, Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding. The korea Herald News — BTS sets concert attendance record at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. KTLA 5 — Fans gather at Venice Beach in SoCal for World Cup watch party. DNyuz — This Summer, Midtown Manhattan Is Taking Center Stage. Seeking Alpha — Travelers: Strong Fundamentals Reflected In The Recent Rally (Downgrade). KTTH – 770 AM – Seattle — Rantz: Seattle’s hot new bistro is a rent-free homeless tent at 6th and Blanchard. Commercial Observer — Former Downtown Brooklyn Macy’s Slated for Dramatic Retail Makeover. Irish News — Is Southampton the history-packed summer break you’ve never thought of?. Associated Press — Brazil vs. Japan: LIVE watch party of 2026 World Cup. BBC News — A very British love affair - why Wimbledon regulars keep coming back. Middle East News 247 — This Summer Stay Downtown