Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1380, Bertrand du Guesclin, French nobleman and knight (born 1320) passed away. In 1629, Caspar Bartholin the Elder, Swedish physician and theologian (born 1585) passed away. In 1789, Victor de Riqueti, marquis de Mirabeau, French economist and academic (born 1715) passed away. In 1793, Jean-Paul Marat, Swiss-French physician, scientist and theorist (born 1743) passed away. In 1907, Henrik Sillem, Dutch target shooter and jurist (born 1866) passed away. In 1922, Ken Mosdell, Canadian ice hockey player (died 2006) was born. In 1934, Peter Gzowski, Canadian journalist and academic (died 2002) was born. In 1976, Sheldon Souray, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 2014, Alfred de Grazia, American political scientist, author, and academic (born 1919) passed away. In 2015, Philipp Mißfelder, German historian and politician (born 1979) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

WAGNER: Pierre Trudeau deliberately politicized Canada’s courts

Western Standard

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July 11, 2026

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WAGNER: Pierre Trudeau deliberately politicized Canada’s courts

In recent decades, Canadian courts have increased the strength of First Nations claims, expanded access to abortion, and enhanced the scope of LGBTQ rights. In other words, they’ve made some very important political decisions.

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How other outlets are covering this story

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Western Standard

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· Jul 11, 2026

MACLEOD: Lich, Barber, and the dangerous criminalization of protest

Canada’s justice system has now sent its message, and it is not subtle. Tamara Lich and Chris Barber were not murderers, arsonists, violent revolutionaries, or even criminals. They were two Canadians who helped lead a peaceful protest against government mandates during one of the most heavy-handed periods in modern Canadian history. For that, the Crown vigorously pursued them for years, seeking prison terms of seven years for Lich and eight years for Barber.

National Post

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· Jun 25, 2026

FIRST READING: Even the new ‘conservative’ Supreme Court justice has a weakness for identity politics

Glenn Joyal compelled Manitoba lawyers to state their pronouns in court, and seeks a 'tri-jural' system where Indigenous law is co-equal with Canadian law

Gizmodo

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· Jul 9, 2026

Meta Begins Data Center Invasion of Canada, Which Reminds Me of Some Weird Zuck Trivia

Let’s look at some of Mark Zuckerberg’s bizarre history with the nation of Canada

Loonie Politics

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· Jun 22, 2026

A few facts about Supreme Court of Canada nominee Glenn Joyal

OTTAWA — A quick sketch of Glenn Joyal, who has been nominated to the Supreme Court of Canada: AGE: 66. EARLY YEARS: Raised in a bicultural family in St. Boniface, Man. Father with deep Franco-Manitoban roots, mother of Polish heritage. EDUCATION: Attended St. Paul’s Jesuit High School, Winnipeg. Bachelor of arts, Simon Fraser University. Studied [] The post A few facts about Supreme Court of Canada nominee Glenn Joyal appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Canada's National Observer

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· Jul 7, 2026

Alberta’s grievances should really be with Alberta 

If Albertans insist on playing the blame game, I have a suggestion for who they ought to be targeting: their provincial government.

Jamaica Information Service

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· Jul 7, 2026

Justice Minister Says Mediation Act Will Be Vital Tool to Resolve Disputes

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Delroy Chuck, says a national Mediation Act is not simply a legislative reform, it is a strategic investment in Jamaica’s future and a []

Calgary Sun

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· Jul 1, 2026

Letters, July 1, 2026: ‘Poilievre singing new tune’

Everything not broken What of Mr. Poilievre’s relentless slogan of saying Canada is broken, everything feels broken in Canada right now. Hush child. Nary a mention lads. Mum’s the word. Here he and Ms. Smith are in Alberta these days preaching Oh Canada. As some astute pundits are saying: now the arsonists have become the []

Rebel News

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· Jun 24, 2026

Alberta Deserves Better

Alberta's Choice | "The Federalists" think they're some sort of superheroes, but really, they look like the HR department of a pipeline protest. Federalism had its chance. Alberta deserves better. Learn more at: https://www.albertas-choice.com/content Authorized by Alberta's Choice | (780) 800-9577 | www.Albertas-Choice.com

CityNews Montreal

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· Jun 26, 2026

Canada is no stranger to misogyny. Why haven’t we changed that?

A more than 100-page manifesto filled with misogynistic and anti-police rhetoric was found in the hours after an Alberta man opened fire in a Montreal neighbourhood. Three people were killed, including an officer, the shooter and a civilian caught in the cross-fire. This isn’t the first Canadian shooting attack rooted in misogynistic ideology, it succeeds [] The post Canada is no stranger to misogyny. Why haven’t we changed that? appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Global News

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· Jul 6, 2026

Republican bill aims to punish Canadian provinces with U.S. alcohol bans

The legislature comes as eight Canadian provincial governments levied restrictions on U.S. alcohol imports following U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs last year.

POLITICO

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· Jun 21, 2026

The political education of Mark Carney

On the world stage, Canada's prime minister is a statesman. In Ottawa, he is a ward boss.

CBC News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Ottawa tight-lipped on joining legal case against Trump sanction of Canadian ICC judge

Ottawa won't say whether it will intervene in support of a Winnipeg-born global judge who is asking a U.S. court to reverse sanctions ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump, which have left her unable to use a credit card or most major online vendors.

Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives

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· Jun 26, 2026

With Bill 11, Alberta is creating a two-tier system that will kill public health care

Why is the federal government allowing Alberta to flagrantly violate the Canada Health Act? The post With Bill 11, Alberta is creating a two-tier system that will kill public health care appeared first on CCPA.

C2C Journal

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· Jul 6, 2026

Protected: Beyond the Tantrum: Canadian Self-Determination Demands More Than Anti-Americanism

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: Beyond the Tantrum: Canadian Self-Determination Demands More Than Anti-Americanism appeared first on C2C Journal.

UPI

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· Jul 1, 2026

On This Day, July 1: Canada becomes self-governing

On This Day, July 1: Canada becomes self-governing

Toronto Sun

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· Jul 11, 2026

GOLDSTEIN: Flawed and costly vision of Canada’s Liberal anointed

How American conservative thinker Thomas Sowell's book describes governments of Justin Trudeau and Mark Carney

ArcaMax

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· Jul 8, 2026

Pa. Gov. Shapiro can't be sued by his Abington neighbors over a property dispute, judge rules. But Josh Shapiro, a homeowner, can

A federal judge had some good news this week for Josh Shapiro, governor of Pennsylvania, but not so much for Josh Shapiro, resident of Montgomery County. Shapiro, as governor, cannot be sued in his official capacity in a dispute over a strip of ...

National Republican Congressional Committee

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· Jun 24, 2026

NRCC Statement on NY-17

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) released the following statement on New York’s 17th Congressional District primary election: “Mike Lawler is a trusted fighter for Hudson Valley families. Thanks to Lawler, the SALT cap quadrupled, critical benefits like Medicaid are there for those who rely on them, and communities are safer. Meanwhile, shady [] The post NRCC Statement on NY-17 appeared first on NRCC.

Fark

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· Jul 1, 2026

On this day in history, in 1867, Canada was established as a self-governing state, mostly because no one else wanted to try to govern a Moose-based citizenry [Vintage]

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Real Clear Politics

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· Jul 8, 2026

Conservatives Have a New Villain: Justice Barrett

Conservatives Have a New Villain: Justice Barrett

Canadian Sport Scene

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· Jun 27, 2026

Christine Sinclair and Yvan Cournoyer honoured by Canada

Canadian Olympic gold medalist Christine Sinclair of Burnaby, British Columbia and Hockey Hall of Famer Yvan Cournoyer of Drummondville, Quebec are being honoured federally in 2026. Sinclair, who received the Officer of the Order of Canada in 2017, is now receiving the companion of the Order of Canada. Cournoyer is being named an Officer of [] The post Christine Sinclair and Yvan Cournoyer honoured by Canada appeared first on Canadian Sport Scene.

Palo Alto Online

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· Jun 23, 2026

Will Democrats win the congressional seats Newsom’s gerrymander made competitive?

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom scored a three-point political play last year when the Legislature and voters approved a mid-decade reconfiguration of the state’s 52 congressional districts. The gerrymander aimed to shift five congressional districts held by Republicans to Democratic control, thus neutralizing the five []

Tucker Carlson

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· Jul 9, 2026

Canada Is Killing Kids?

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Related coverage for "WAGNER: Pierre Trudeau deliberately politicized Canada’s courts": Western Standard — MACLEOD: Lich, Barber, and the dangerous criminalization of protest. National Post — FIRST READING: Even the new ‘conservative’ Supreme Court justice has a weakness for identity politics. Gizmodo — Meta Begins Data Center Invasion of Canada, Which Reminds Me of Some Weird Zuck Trivia. Loonie Politics — A few facts about Supreme Court of Canada nominee Glenn Joyal. Canada's National Observer — Alberta’s grievances should really be with Alberta . Jamaica Information Service — Justice Minister Says Mediation Act Will Be Vital Tool to Resolve Disputes. Calgary Sun — Letters, July 1, 2026: ‘Poilievre singing new tune’. Rebel News — Alberta Deserves Better. CityNews Montreal — Canada is no stranger to misogyny. Why haven’t we changed that?. Global News — Republican bill aims to punish Canadian provinces with U.S. alcohol bans. POLITICO — The political education of Mark Carney. CBC News — Ottawa tight-lipped on joining legal case against Trump sanction of Canadian ICC judge. Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives — With Bill 11, Alberta is creating a two-tier system that will kill public health care. C2C Journal — Protected: Beyond the Tantrum: Canadian Self-Determination Demands More Than Anti-Americanism. UPI — On This Day, July 1: Canada becomes self-governing. Toronto Sun — GOLDSTEIN: Flawed and costly vision of Canada’s Liberal anointed. ArcaMax — Pa. Gov. Shapiro can't be sued by his Abington neighbors over a property dispute, judge rules. But Josh Shapiro, a homeowner, can. National Republican Congressional Committee — NRCC Statement on NY-17. Fark — On this day in history, in 1867, Canada was established as a self-governing state, mostly because no one else wanted to try to govern a Moose-based citizenry [Vintage]. Real Clear Politics — Conservatives Have a New Villain: Justice Barrett. Canadian Sport Scene — Christine Sinclair and Yvan Cournoyer honoured by Canada. Palo Alto Online — Will Democrats win the congressional seats Newsom’s gerrymander made competitive?. Tucker Carlson — Canada Is Killing Kids?