Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. 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 1961, Tahira Asif, Pakistani politician (died 2014) was born. In 1967, Mark McGowan, Australian politician, 30th Premier of Western Australia was born. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2013, Typhoon Soulik kills at least nine people and affects more than 160 million in East China and Taiwan. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Weather update: Cold weekend ahead as rain targets SA’s Coastline

Independent Online

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July 9, 2026

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Weather update: Cold weekend ahead as rain targets SA’s Coastline
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Independent Online

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· Jun 23, 2026

Today's weather: Fog, cold front and coastal showers in Eastern and Southern regions

Today's weather: Fog, cold front and coastal showers in Eastern and Southern regions

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· Jul 8, 2026

Super Typhoon Inday’s outer bands, southwest monsoon may bring scattered rain

While the center of Super Typhoon Inday (Bavi) is far from land, its outer rainbands may affect Eastern Visayas and Bicol on Wednesday evening, July 8

WAAV – 980 AM – Wilmington

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· Jul 11, 2026

Beach Hazards Statement issued July 11 at 3:42AM EDT until July 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Issued: Sat Jul 11 | 3:42 AMIn effect for: Coastal BrunswickSevere: ModerateCertainty: LikelyUrgency: Expected* WHAT...Strong west to east longshore c...

The West Australian

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· Jun 27, 2026

Millions of Australians face wet and windy weekend as two cold fronts hit

Two weather fronts have hit Australia, with millions set to endure a cold, wet weekend of storms, fog and plunging temperatures coast to coast.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 11, 2026

Ribut petir, hujan lebat dijangka di tujuh negeri hingga 9 malam

PETALING JAYA: Ribut petir, hujan lebat dan angin kencang melibatkan beberapa kawasan di tujuh negeri dijangka berlarutan sehingga pukul 9 malam ini. Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (MetMalaysia) menerusi hantaran di Facebook memaklumkan, kawasan yang terlibat di Perak iaitu Hulu Perak, Kuala Kangsar, Kinta, Perak Tengah, Kampar, Hilir Perak dan Batang Padang. Katanya, cuaca sama turut diramalkan ... Read more The post Ribut petir, hujan lebat dijangka di tujuh negeri hingga 9 malam appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Associated Press

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· Jul 10, 2026

LIVE: Typhoon Bavi nears Taiwan on path toward China

Watch live from Taiwanese east coast, as Typhoon Bavi passes by the island before making landfall in China’s Fujian or Zhejiang province late Saturday. Credit: Taiwan East Coast National Scenic Area #taiwan #typhoon #live

UrduPoint

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· Jul 7, 2026

Ocean warming, marine heatwaves and sea-level rise pose increasing risk in South-West Pacific region: WMO

Ocean warming, marine heatwaves and sea-level rise pose increasing risk in South-West Pacific region: WMO

The Tico Times

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· Jul 11, 2026

Rain and Thunderstorms Hit Costa Rica Today as Wet Weekend Pattern Holds

Another wet weekend. A humid, unstable pattern is parked over southern Central America, and it is going to stay there through Sunday, which means cloud, rain and afternoon thunderstorms across most of the country both days. Here is how today breaks down. The Northern Zone and the northern Caribbean opened before dawn with rain and [] The post Rain and Thunderstorms Hit Costa Rica Today as Wet Weekend Pattern Holds appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

KTLA 5

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· Jul 11, 2026

Hot temps ahead for the weekend in Southern California

Southern California is bracing for a weekend of dangerous heat, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a heat advisory for parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties while warning beachgoers of hazardous ocean conditions along the coast, KTLA's Vera Jimenez reports. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

Reuters

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· Jul 10, 2026

LIVE: Taiwan braces for Typhoon Bavi

View of Taiwan's northeastern coast as Typhoon Bavi approaches and is expected to bring strong winds and rough seas. Bavi is not expected to make landfall in Taiwan but will dump huge amounts of rain on the island — some areas could get up to one meter of rain — starting late on July 10. #typhoonbavi #taiwan #asia #rain #tilancoast #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 13, 2026

Hong Kong Observatory may issue T1 signal between Monday night, Tuesday morning

Hong Kong’s weather forecaster may issue a No 1 typhoon standby signal between Monday evening and Tuesday morning, warning that the city should brace for heavy rainstorms. The Observatory said on Monday at 12.30pm that an area of low pressure over the northern part of the South China Sea would edge closer to the coast of Guangdong, with the associated cloud bands expected to take time to consolidate. “Whether it will develop into a tropical depression will only become more certain when it is...

BusinessWorld Online

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· Jul 10, 2026

Bavi, enhanced southwest monsoon to bring heavy rains, strong winds

Intense rainfall and strong winds are expected across several areas of the country due to the combined effects of Typhoon Bavi (local name Inday) and the enhanced southwest monsoon, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Friday. The weather bureau hoisted storm wind signal No. 2 over Batanes, the eastern []

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jul 8, 2026

Monsoon Update: Heavy rainfall alert for hills of West Bengal, Sikkim

Monstrous Pacific typhoon Bavi pulls at monsoon’s strings, redraws rainfall map; Heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated spells of extremely heavy rain, is forecast over the hills of West Bengal and Sikkim for today (Wednesday)

Fox News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Shark sightings trigger beach alarm after swimmer is bitten during summer spike

A shark bite and 23 shark sightings have triggered beach closures across the East Coast this summer, and increased surveillance protocols are in place.

The Watchers

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· Jul 10, 2026

Dangerous heat wave to spread across the Western and Central US, maximum temperatures up to 43°C (110°F)

The first widespread and significant heat wave of the summer is forecast to develop across the Intermountain West and Plains beginning Friday, July 10, 2026. Widespread temperatures above 38°C (100°F) are forecast, with isolated highs of up to 43°C (110°F). The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) forecasts widespread Major (Level 3) to locally Extreme (Level 4) HeatRisk between Friday and Wednesday, July 10 and 15. Source

WRAL News

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· Nov 11, 2025

WRAL Weather Alert Day: Potential for severe storms Monday evening

Monday features temperatures in the mid 90s and a chance for late-day and early evening storms. The Triangle is under a Level 2 risk for severe weather. The biggest threat is damaging wind gusts.

Tampa Free Press

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· Jun 24, 2026

Tampa Bay Set To Bake: Heat Index Nears 105 As Weeklong Storm Chances Climb

THE BREAKDOWN: The Tampa Bay area faces a prolonged stretch of hot, sunny weather with daily storm chances through early next week. High temperatures will consistently hover in the mid-to-upper 90s, with heat index values peaking at 105 degrees today before a 60 percent spike in rain probability arrives by next Tuesday. TAMPA, Fla. – [] Tampa Bay Set To Bake: Heat Index Nears 105 As Weeklong Storm Chances Climb

ABC7 New York

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· Jul 12, 2026

AccuWeather: Plenty of sunshine

Enjoy Monday. Another heat wave is on the way from Tuesday through Thursday.

Mexico News Daily

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· Jun 24, 2026

MND Local: Hurricane preparedness and fear of a ‘Super El Niño’ in Baja California Sur

With all-time high Pacific Ocean temperatures and a potential Super El Niño coming, this year's hurricane season could be stormy in Baja California Sur. The post MND Local: Hurricane preparedness and fear of a ‘Super El Niño’ in Baja California Sur appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Hi China

· Jul 13, 2026

Typhoon Bavi whips up huge waves along Dalian coast

Typhoon Bavi brought rough seas to Dalian on Sunday, with massive waves battering the coastline and flooding parts of seaside parks. Chinese marine authorities issued wave and storm surge alerts, warning of dangerous conditions in the northern Yellow Sea as emergency measures were put in place to keep the public safe. #Trending

Arab Times Online

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· Jul 11, 2026

Taiwan and eastern China brace for Typhoon Bavi as winds, rain hit Japan's southern islands

TAIPEI, Taiwan, July 11, (AP): Typhoon Bavi has brought strong winds and rain to Japan’s southern islands, as Taiwan and eastern China brace for the powerful storm with evacuatio...

9 News Australia

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· Jul 3, 2026

South Australia slammed by record rainfall

The unprecedented flooding has marked the wettest start to July for South Australia since 1986. #rain #flood #SA #9News

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 7, 2026

Weather live updates: Severe weather continues to lash upper South Island; rain and wind watches in the north

Weather live updates: Severe weather continues to lash upper South Island; rain and wind watches in the north

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jun 27, 2026

San Antonio Braces for Saharan Dust and Hazy Skies

San Antonio will experience sunny skies and temperatures in the mid 90s, with highs reaching 93 degrees. Hazy conditions are expected by Sunday evening due to the arrival of Saharan Dust, peaking Monday afternoon and clearing by Tuesday. Rain chances may return later in the week as high pressure moves east. Residents are advised to use sunscreen when outdoors.

Focus Taiwan

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· Jul 5, 2026

Typhoon Bavi likely closest to Taiwan Friday-Saturday: CWA

Taipei, July 5 (CNA) Typhoon Bavi is expected to make its closest approach to Taiwan on Friday and Saturday, with a high chance that a sea warning will be issued as the storm nears the island, the Central Weather Administration (CWA) said Sunday.

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