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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1562, Fray Diego de Landa, acting Bishop of Yucatán, burns the sacred idols and books of the Maya. In 1742, Evaristo Felice Dall'Abaco, Italian violinist and composer (born 1675) passed away. In 1958, Tonya Lee Williams, English-Canadian actress and producer was born. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 1966, Taiji, Japanese bass player and songwriter (died 2011) was born. In 1970, Lee Byung-hun, South Korean actor, singer, and dancer was born. In 1981, Adrienne Camp, South African singer-songwriter was born. In 1994, Kanako Momota, Japanese singer-songwriter was born. In 2010, Paulo Moura, Brazilian clarinetist and saxophonist (born 1932) passed away. In 2015, Tenzin Delek Rinpoche, Tibetan monk and activist (born 1950) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Urbanova Music Festival coming to Markham with Swae Lee, DaBaby and Shenseea

The Greater Toronto Area’s summer concert season is getting even bigger, with a brand-new music festival set to debut this Labour Day weekend. The Urbanova... The post Urbanova Music Festival coming to Markham with Swae Lee, DaBaby and Shenseea appeared first on NOW Toronto.
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KSAT San Antonio
· Jul 1, 2026
Stars & Stripes on Houston Street features parade, festival and fireworks show
Downtown San Antonio is hosting a free, 12-hour Fourth of July celebration this weekend — featuring a 5K run, parade, food festival, live music and a fireworks show.
KLIX News Radio – Twin Falls
· Jun 25, 2026
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Boise Music Fest is This Weekend
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Boise Music Fest is This Weekend
Africanews
· Jun 30, 2026
Morocco's Gnaoua festival celebrates African roots through music and cultural exchange
The festival is known for creating unexpected collaborations between artists from different musical backgrounds, and this year's edition continued that tradition.
Cincinnati CityBeat
· Jul 10, 2026
MAMMOTH Music Series is back at New Riff
The New Riff MAMMOTH Music Series is back, starting this weekend. The music series is a free-to-attend event held every Saturday from July 11 through Oct. 3, from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Aquifer Tasting Room at New Riff Distilling, 24 Distillery Way in Newport. Admission is free. This is a 21-plus event. The [] The post MAMMOTH Music Series is back at New Riff appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.
Now Magazine
· Jul 9, 2026
TD Salsa on St. Clair returns this weekend: Food, performers and everything to know about Toronto’s popular Latin festival
One of Toronto’s biggest summer festivals is returning this weekend as TD Salsa on St. Clair transforms St. Clair Avenue West into a vibrant celebration... The post TD Salsa on St. Clair returns this weekend: Food, performers and everything to know about Toronto’s popular Latin festival appeared first on NOW Toronto.
Hi China
· Jun 23, 2026
A Fujian Provincial Intangible Cultural Heritage
A Fujian Provincial Intangible Cultural Heritage, where drums lead and movement follows. Thunderous rhythms and dynamic steps bring Minnan folk spirit to life with energy and passion. #HeritageandInheritors
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Related coverage for "Urbanova Music Festival coming to Markham with Swae Lee, DaBaby and Shenseea": KSAT San Antonio — Stars & Stripes on Houston Street features parade, festival and fireworks show . KLIX News Radio – Twin Falls — KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Boise Music Fest is This Weekend. Africanews — Morocco's Gnaoua festival celebrates African roots through music and cultural exchange. Cincinnati CityBeat — MAMMOTH Music Series is back at New Riff. Now Magazine — TD Salsa on St. Clair returns this weekend: Food, performers and everything to know about Toronto’s popular Latin festival. Hi China — A Fujian Provincial Intangible Cultural Heritage
