Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1607, Wenceslaus Hollar, Czech-English painter and illustrator (died 1677) was born. In 1789, Victor de Riqueti, marquis de Mirabeau, French economist and academic (born 1715) passed away. In 1896, Mordecai Ardon, Israeli painter and educator (died 1992) was born. In 1913, The 1913 Romanian Army cholera outbreak during the Second Balkan War starts. In 1918, Ronald Bladen, American painter and sculptor (died 1988) was born. In 1926, T. Loren Christianson, American politician (died 2019) was born. In 1951, Vuoristorata, one of the oldest still-operating wooden roller coasters in Europe, is opened at the Linnanmäki amusement park in Helsinki, Finland. In 1961, Stelios Manolas, Greek footballer and manager was born. In 1989, Charis Giannopoulos, Greek basketball player was born. In 2003, French DGSE personnel abort an operation to rescue Íngrid Betancourt from FARC rebels in Colombia, causing a political scandal when details are leaked to the press. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Was there a "TROJAN HORSE" in the Louvre on October 19?

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Sweden Herald

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· Jun 21, 2026

Picasso painting found in Val-de-Marne raid south of Paris

Picasso painting found in Val-de-Marne raid south of Paris

The Independent

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· Jun 22, 2026

French police ‘stumble upon £13m stolen Picasso painting during drug raid’

Local reports said the artwork was of Marie-Thérèse Walter, Picasso’s mistress and ‘golden muse’

Smithsonian Magazine

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· Jun 30, 2026

See These Ancient Etruscan Frescoes That Italy Bought for Millions and Put on Public Display in Rome

Found in a burial chamber, the artworks depict battles between ancient heroes in the Mediterranean world

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jun 25, 2026

Historic West Wing Rockwell sketches head to public display

A historic set of Norman Rockwell sketches that hung in the West Wing for over four decades will go on public display for the first time. The White House Historical Association purchased the four 1940s-era sketches for over 7 million at an auction, steping in to prevent the artwork from disappearing into a private collection [] The post Historic West Wing Rockwell sketches head to public display appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

The Daily Beast

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· Jul 9, 2026

Charlize Theron’s Red Carpet Video Goes Viral Over Health Concerns

Reuters/Getty ImagesCharlize Theron, 50, sparked concerns over her appearance in France.On Wednesday, Theron attended the Paris premiere of The Odyssey at Le Grand Rex wearing a white-and-black lace dress with a deep V-neckline by Jonathan Anderson’s Dior.Several outlets posted videos of the Oscar-winning actress on the glamorous red carpet. Rather than admiring her fashion ensemble, however, fans expressed concern for her health, branding her appearance “too thin.”Read more at The Daily Beast.

Ukrainska Pravda

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· Jul 5, 2026

Grave of Ukrainian writer vandalised in Poland

Vandals have stolen the bronze relief from the grave of Ukrainian writer Bohdan Lepkyi at Rakowicki Cemetery in Kraków. Ukraine's Consulate General has called for an investigation.

The Tribune

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· Jul 7, 2026

After Paris breakthrough, fresh auctions of Chandigarh heritage furniture announced in US, Spain

Less than a fortnight after India’s first-ever diplomatic intervention successfully stalled the Paris auction of two stolen Chandigarh heritage chairs, two more pieces of Pierre Jeanneret-designed furniture from the city’s Capitol Project have surfaced in international auction listings, one in Los Angeles on July 15 and another in Barcelona on July 22. Heritage activist and []

Ecostylia

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· Jun 22, 2026

Near Paris, a drug raid exposes a stolen Picasso painting and unanswered questions over private art storage

The wax figure of Pablo Picasso evokes a face that has become a universal symbol of modern genius. In this case, it also refers to the sensitive value of works removed from public view. Credits: Petr Kratochvil / PublicDomainPictures.net. A Picasso painting was found in the Val-de-Marne. The discovery occurred during a search carried out [] L’article Near Paris, a drug raid exposes a stolen Picasso painting and unanswered questions over private art storage est apparu en premier sur Ecostylia.

Kathimerini

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· Jul 2, 2026

Greece’s London embassy hosting art show inspired by Homer’s Odyssey

The Greek Embassy in London is hosting an art exhibition inspired by Homer’s Odyssey, featuring works by Greek artist Markos Kampanis at the Hellenic Residence through July 3.

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 28, 2026

An old friend’s surprise at a new vocation

I was in Paris last week for a party to celebrate the wedding anniversary of old friends. I know that’s a polarizing sentence to read. People hear “Paris,” and they quickly feel as though they need to have an opinion. Sometimes it’s: Paris? In June? With all of those tourists? And sometimes it’s: Lotta snobby, []

ABC7 New York

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· Jun 26, 2026

Disney's new supernatural series 'The Doomies' draws from real French folklore

Disney's new supernatural series 'The Doomies' draws from real French folklore

Le Monde

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· Jun 26, 2026

Musée d'Orsay faces demand for restitution of Van Gogh painting

The descendant of a German Jewish art collector persecuted by the Nazis is seeking the return of the painting 'Hôpital Saint-Paul à Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.' The Commission for the Compensation of Victims of Spoliation is expected to review the case starting in September.

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· Jun 25, 2026

Jeanine Pirro Slammed by Congressman for Criminal Threat, “The Reality Is Trump Screwed Up”

After President Trump claimed that the recently painted Reflecting Pool at the Lincoln Memorial had been vandalized — he claimed someone damaged the lining at the bottom of the pool, possibly with a knife or boxcutter — his U.S. Attorney for the District of D.C., Jeanine “Judge Jeanine” Pirro echoed the President’s claims on Fox []

Kyiv Post

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· Jul 6, 2026

‘Deliberate Provocation’: Ukrainian Writer’s Grave Vandalized in Poland

Unknown vandals stole a bronze relief from the grave of Ukrainian writer and professor Lepkyi at Krakow’s Rakowicki Cemetery. Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry condemned the incident as a “deliberate provocation” intended to inflame tensions between Kyiv and Warsaw, while Polish police confirmed an investigation and noted that the cemetery has recently seen a series of metal thefts from graves.

Associated Press

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· Jun 25, 2026

Norman Rockwell sketches of White House visitors go on display

For over 40 years, sketches by American illustrator Norman Rockwell of scenes from the White House visitor’s lobby graced the walls of the West Wing. Now, they're going on public display for the first time after a nonprofit organization paid a whopping sum of more than $7 million for them.

Times of India

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· Jun 26, 2026

Norman Rockwell’s White House painting that sparked a lawsuit, sold for $7.25 million and inspired a WWII love story is now on public view

Norman Rockwell’s White House painting that sparked a lawsuit, sold for $7.25 million and inspired a WWII love story is now on public view

Catholic World Report

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· Jul 10, 2026

How the design for the official logo for Pope Leo XIV’s visit to France was created

Through vibrant, symbolic imagery, the logo captures the theme of the pope’s visit, evoking peace and new life as well as France’s spiritual heritage as expressed through its cathedrals’ rose windows. [...]

NBC News

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· Jun 26, 2026

Dembélé hace enloquecer a todo el estadio y los fans se entregan al grito del gol

Ousmane Dembélé pone a Francia arriba en el marcador con dos golazos que encienden al público francés. En las bancas se observa el contraste entre la alegría francesa y la frustración noruega.

Irish News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Netflix’s Summer ’36 review: Agatha Christie intrigue gets a glamorous South of France make-over for murder mystery set on 1930’s Riviera

It’s Agatha Christie’s Poirot set in the South of France

New Boston Post

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· Jun 24, 2026

Statue Of Virgin Mary Vandalized At Boston Catholic Church

A statue of the Virgin Mary at a Catholic church in Boston was vandalized on Monday. The Catholic Action League is calling for a hate crime investigation.

WGBF – 1280 AM – Evansville

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· Jul 2, 2026

Evansville Veteran’s Artwork to Be Displayed at the U.S. Capitol

Evansville Veteran’s Artwork to Be Displayed at the U.S. Capitol

That Park Place

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· Jul 6, 2026

Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Trailer Surges Past Half a Million Dislikes as Official X Account Limits Replies

The Odyssey has been buried in YouTube dislikes. Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has become one of the most talked-about movies of the year, but not necessarily for the reasons Universal Pictures may have hoped. The acclaimed filmmaker’s adaptation of Homer’s legendary Greek epic is facing a growing wave of online criticism after the official trailer [] The post Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Trailer Surges Past Half a Million Dislikes as Official X Account Limits Replies appeared first on That Park Place.

BBC News

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· Jul 10, 2026

Bayeux Tapestry arrives in UK for first time in 900 years under police guard

The famous artefact depicting events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England will go on display in September.

The West Australian

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· Jun 27, 2026

A charming portion of Paris

Charm in the French capital

Attack the System

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· Jul 10, 2026

Gothic Olympus: The Hero’s Journey Through Europe’s Decadence

by M. Meisterholz Arktos Journal Jul 10, 2026 Georges-Antoine Rochegrosse, La Mort de La Pourpre (1914) A review of Christian Chensvold, Gothic Olympus (London: Arktos, 2026). 170 p. Gothic Olympus is an unusual and ambitious novel that combines several literary traditions into a single symbolic narrative. Drawing on [] The post Gothic Olympus: The Hero’s Journey Through Europe’s Decadence first appeared on Attack the System.

BellaNaija

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· Jul 10, 2026

Coral-Red Chanel, Sculptural Natural Hair & Burgundy Lips: Lupita Nyong’o at The Odyssey Paris Premiere

Lupita Nyong'o wore a coral-red lace Chanel gown by Matthieu Blazy to The Odyssey premiere in Paris. The striking look features a sculptural natural hair updo by Vernon François and glossy burgundy lips by Nick Barose. The post Coral-Red Chanel, Sculptural Natural Hair Burgundy Lips: Lupita Nyong’o at The Odyssey Paris Premiere appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

DNyuz

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· Jul 3, 2026

Christina Milian, Buffalo Bills’ Damar Hamlin and more party at star-studded Cannes Lions bash

Fanatics Advertising teamed up with the founders of Influential and the creators of Le Château — brothers Chris and Ryan Detert — to host a star-studded party at Cannes Lions. Celebrities including Christina Milian, Bozoma Saint John, Damar Hamlin, Jayson Tatum, Cooper Flagg, Mike Majlak, Amanda McCants, Adam W., MDMotivator, Ling and Lamb and more []

E! Online

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· Jun 28, 2026

Lionel Messi Fans Call Out 85-Foot Statue's NSFW Mistake

The latest tribute to Lionel Messi missed the mark. After an 85-foot statue was put up in Patagonia, Argentina in honor of the famed soccer player during the FIFA World Cup, fans took note of an...

The Suburban

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· Jul 8, 2026

Napoleon’s Cartoon – Soaking in the Sun

Heatwave SummerHeat Sun Hot

The Rising Nepal

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· Jul 3, 2026

Italy displays paintings from ancient Etruscan tomb

Rome, July 3: Italy on Tuesday put on display one of the best known examples of Etruscan painting, panels from a tomb th...

Variety

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· Jun 23, 2026

Oprah Winfrey Says Whitney Houston Once Fell Off Stage During ‘Oprah Show’ Performance and She ‘Begged’ Audience Not to Leak It to the Press: ‘I Knew She Would Be Destroyed by That’

Oprah Winfrey turned her Cannes Lions appearance into a call for creators to use their platforms for good, talking with festival chair Phil Thomas about philanthropy, legacy and her improbable path from rural Mississippi to becoming one of the most powerful self-made figures in media. Inside the Lumière Theatre, where she received the festival’s LionHeart Award, []

The Hollywood Reporter

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· Jun 22, 2026

‘Ballerina’ (aka ‘Leap!’) Sequel Greenlit as Good Hero Expands Animated Franchise

Elle Fanning, Dane DeHann and Carly Rae Jepsen voiced the English version of the 2017 French feature, about an orphaned country girl pursuing her ballet dreams in Paris.

Euro Weekly News

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· Jul 13, 2026

Record-breaking whale migration delights Costa Blanca researchers

One of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular wildlife events has unfolded just off the Costa Blanca, where researchers have recorded a []

Toronto Sun

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· Jul 2, 2026

Renovations on historic Paris Opera house extended by three years

The 150-year-old Palais Garnier is considered an architectural jewel in Paris

City Xtra

· Jun 25, 2026

“Nothing is impossible” – Erling Haaland’s father keeps door open over transfer to European giants

Alf-Inge Haaland has commended Paris Saint-Germain’s back-to-back Champions League triumphs while addressing historical transfer speculation involving Erling Haaland.The Norwegian superstar’s camp...

ArabNews

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· Jul 9, 2026

Film Review: Angelina Jolie’s ‘Couture’ film now in cinemas across Saudi Arabia

Angelina Jolie is back on the big screen, with perhaps her most vulnerable and delicate performances to date, in “Couture.” It sauntered into cinemas across the Kingdom in early July, coinciding with Paris Haute Couture Week, after premiering last year at the Toronto International Film Festival and earlier this year in France, then the US. Directed by Alice Winocour, Jolie plays US-based Maxine Walker, who takes a freelance job in France directing a horror film during the frenzy of Paris Fashion Week.

Us Weekly

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· Jul 11, 2026

Charlize Theron Wore the Comfiest Shorts Style Ever — We're Copying for $14

Leave it to Charlize Theron to turn our favorite loungewear staple into something incredibly polished. The actress recently stepped out in blue satin shorts, and although hers were probably made of silk, we found the comfy-luxe look on sale for only 14. While promoting The Odyssey in Paris, France, Theron took her chic, pajama-like bottoms to the next []

Le News

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· Jun 26, 2026

LES CAPRICES DE L’ENFANT ROI ***1/2 – a delight!

26 June 2026 LES CAPRICES DE L’ENFANT ROI ***1/2 (vo French, subtitled in English) This amusing historical film is a delight! It’s 1651 in France, and rebellions are raging outside the royal palace. The 13-year-old King Louis XIV, the future Sun King, is sent by his mother, the regent Queen Anne of Austria (Doria Tillier) []

Hello Magazine

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· Jun 24, 2026

Daisy Edgar-Jones shows off skyscraper legs and tiny waist in lace 'naked dress' of dreams

Daisy Edgar-Jones showed off her killer style and statuesque skyscraper legs while stepping out in Paris alongside Madonna and Charli XCX.

All Israel News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Palace of Versailles unveils immersive attraction powered by Israeli technology

Palace of Versailles unveils immersive attraction powered by Israeli technology

The Local France

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· Jun 19, 2026

French Expression of the Day: Ce n'est pas la mer à boire

This French expression comes in handy when delegating tasks.

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