Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1881, John C. Pemberton, American general (born 1814) passed away. In 1926, Robert H. Justman, American director, producer, and production manager (died 2008) was born. In 1940, Paul Prudhomme, American chef and author (died 2015) was born. In 1942, Harrison Ford, American actor and producer was born. In 1960, Robert Abraham, American football player was born. In 1992, Rich the Kid, American rapper was born. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2014, Alfred de Grazia, American political scientist, author, and academic (born 1919) passed away. In 2024, Naomi Pomeroy, American Chef and Restaurateur (born 1974) passed away. In 2024, Richard Simmons, American fitness personality and public figure (born 1948) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

The One Thing Everyone in America Can Agree On? Costco

The Wall Street Journal - Business

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July 13, 2026

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The One Thing Everyone in America Can Agree On? Costco

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· Jul 10, 2026

Wealthy Americans choose one grocery store chain over rivals, survey finds

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· Jul 10, 2026

Costco food court coffee is “just like” Starbucks but cheaper and fans are delighted

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· Jun 22, 2026

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· Jul 1, 2026

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· Jul 10, 2026

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· Jun 30, 2026

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· Jul 2, 2026

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Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 1, 2026

US, Canada, Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew N. American trade pact

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· Jun 22, 2026

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· Jun 29, 2026

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Kitchn

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· Jul 6, 2026

The One Thing You Should Know Before Ordering a Costco Cake, According to a Superfan

It's surprisingly old school. READ MORE...

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· Jun 30, 2026

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· Jul 10, 2026

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· Jun 23, 2026

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· Jun 26, 2026

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· Jun 22, 2026

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Open Culture

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· Jun 25, 2026

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· Sep 14, 2025

Cocolinda Alameda

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The New Zealand Herald

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· Jun 27, 2026

Why your restaurant main now costs $50

Why your restaurant main now costs $50

The Standard

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· Jul 10, 2026

Travel consultant Christina Seredzinsky finds magic in Mexico City

Intoxicating energy, irresistible food, architectural wonder and plenty of mezcalitas — it’s easy to fall in love with the Mexican capital, says the travel expert

Coffman Chronicle

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· Jun 22, 2026

Who's Really Raising Your Grocery Bill? | TMP #1076

The clerk didn’t set the price.

Norecipes - Elevating Everyday Meals

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· Nov 30, 2025

Cuban Beef Picadillo (Picadillo Cubano)

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The Motley Fool

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· Jul 6, 2026

When I Try to Imagine the Best Investment Opportunity for the Next 10 Years, Costco Stock Just Doesn't Make the Cut. That's Why I Keep Coming Back to This Stock.

Costco is a great company and a reliable dividend stock, but it lacks one vital piece: value. This stock has that and more.

Loonie Politics

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· Jul 1, 2026

US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tourists from Chattanooga check into beach resorts in Cancun. Canadian auto parts feed factories in the American Midwest — and vice versa. Happy hour revelers raise glasses of Mexican tequila and mezcal at bars in Seattle. It adds up. The United States trades 1.9 trillion a year — 5 billion a day [] The post US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Metro

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· Jun 26, 2026

This Prime Day Diet Coke deal is the cheapest we’ve seen – 31p a can

31p a can? I’m sold.

Inc.com

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· Jun 26, 2026

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Wirepoints

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· Jul 5, 2026

Commentary: Illinois’ alcohol tax is almost as old as America. It needs reform. – Chicago Tribune*

In Chicago, a carry-away 12-pack of beer gets slapped with more than 2 in tax. The 1.01 in federal, state and county alcohol taxes piles on top of the 1.5 percent city tax and the 10.25 percent general sales tax. The combined burden makes taxes the single most expensive ingredient in many Americans’ drink of choice.

Slate Magazine

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· Jul 12, 2026

A Terrifying Food Label Is Spooking Even the Government. Just One Problem: It’s Almost Meaningless.

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· Jun 23, 2026

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· Jul 12, 2026

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· Jun 22, 2026

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· Jun 21, 2026

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· Jun 24, 2026

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· Jun 28, 2026

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· Jun 22, 2026

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Bernie Sanders

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· Jun 27, 2026

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CNET

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· Jul 6, 2026

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Daily Dot

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· Jun 22, 2026

A Costco Employee Filmed the Staff Breakroom and People Are Asking Why a $422 Billion Company Charges Workers for Their Own Food

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Reuters

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump claims credit as Walmart drops prices on barbecue staples

Walmart announced price cuts on summer barbecue staples, including ground beef, chips, and soda, following President Trump's remarks on the initiative. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #walmart #trump #retail #usa Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4aGZgdr 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

National Republican Congressional Committee

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· Jul 8, 2026

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Iowa Starting Line

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· Jul 6, 2026

“Yes to 5% tax on billionaires.” Your letters, July 7, 2026

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