Today in News History
On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1402, Nanjing surrenders to Zhu Di without a fight, ending the Jingnan campaign. The Jianwen Emperor disappears and his family is incarcerated. 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 1919, Hau Pei-tsun, 13th Premier of the Republic of China (died 2020) was born. In 1926, Thomas Clark, American politician (died 2020) was born. In 1950, Ma Ying-jeou, Hong Kong-Taiwanese commander and politician, 12th President of the Republic of China was born. 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. In 2016, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom David Cameron resigns, and is succeeded by Theresa May. In 2017, Liu Xiaobo, Chinese literary critic, human rights activist (born 1955) passed away. In 2020, After a five-day search, the body of American actress and singer Naya Rivera is recovered from Lake Piru, where she drowned in California. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
The most beautiful beaches in Hong Kong right now

From Repulse Bay's restaurant-lined shore 20 minutes from Central to Long Ke Wan's pristine cove reachable only by a steep descent with no facilities
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Korea Times News
· Jun 28, 2026
[PHOTO] Beach welcomes summer visitors
[PHOTO] Beach welcomes summer visitors
The West Australian
· Jul 12, 2026
Monkey magic on Vietnam’s Son Tra Peninsula
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Hi China
· Jun 30, 2026
A bird's-eye view of Xiangride River
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Hindustan Times
· Jun 30, 2026
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The i Paper
· Jul 6, 2026
The UK’s 20 best lake and river beaches for a summer day out
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Us Weekly
· Jul 2, 2026
Cindy Crawford's Red Mexico Bikini Look Is Made for Women Over 50
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South China Morning Post
· Jun 21, 2026
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The korea Herald News
· Jul 12, 2026
Summer heat sends 200,000 to Gangwon beaches for weekend dip
Nearly 200,000 people flocked to beaches along Gangwon Province's east coast over the weekend as most of the region's beaches opened for the summer season. According to the provincial government, a total of 95,064 people visited 84 beaches across Gangwon on Saturday. By city and county, Gangneung recorded the highest number of visitors at 41,535, followed by Sokcho with 16,428, Donghae with 11,996, Yangyang with 9,745, Goseong with 8,055 and Samcheok with 7,305. Including the 105,481 visitors re
Quartz
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Welsh beaches that are worth the trip this summer
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The Japan Times
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· Jun 22, 2026
Hong Kong universities rank among the world's top 100
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· Jun 21, 2026
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· Jun 21, 2026
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Borneo Bulletin
· Jun 27, 2026
South Korea opens beaches for summer rush
South Korea opens beaches for summer rush
Daily Mail
· Jun 30, 2026
REVEALED: The world's most beautiful cities - and three places in the UK make the list
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· Jul 10, 2025
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Related coverage for "The most beautiful beaches in Hong Kong right now": Korea Times News — [PHOTO] Beach welcomes summer visitors. The West Australian — Monkey magic on Vietnam’s Son Tra Peninsula. Hi China — A bird's-eye view of Xiangride River. Hindustan Times — Hong Kong, once a great place to raise and spend money, is halfway back. The i Paper — The UK’s 20 best lake and river beaches for a summer day out. Us Weekly — Cindy Crawford's Red Mexico Bikini Look Is Made for Women Over 50. South China Morning Post — Where is Hong Kong 29 years after handover?. The korea Herald News — Summer heat sends 200,000 to Gangwon beaches for weekend dip. Quartz — Welsh beaches that are worth the trip this summer. The Japan Times — ‘In case of emergency’: Taiwan’s rising rich flock to Singapore . The News Letter — Hong Kong universities rank among the world's top 100. People.com — These 5 Beaches Are the Quietest in the World, New Study Finds. UrduPoint — Raja Bazar transformed into modern commercial hub under Punjab CM vision. Euro Weekly News — Dozens fall ill during San Juan celebrations in Mojácar. Middle East News 247 — This Summer Stay Downtown. Brisbane Times — Less than two hours from Phuket, a true Thai beach paradise can be found. Borneo Bulletin — South Korea opens beaches for summer rush. Daily Mail — REVEALED: The world's most beautiful cities - and three places in the UK make the list. Food52 — How to Spend the Perfect Long Weekend in Palm Beach—Like a Local. ANTARA News — Hong Kong Unveils Large-Scale Toy Story 5-Themed Carnival "FOREVER TOYS @ Harbour City". KrASIA — Hong Kong’s hub ambitions are not a zero-sum game. The Age — My suburb becomes unrecognisable when the SUV procession rolls in. Business Today — Luxury Unveiled: How Aamir Khan Built a Multi-Crore Real Estate & Car Kingdom. Irish News — Co Down beach named best in Northern Ireland for 2026


