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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1923, Richard Pipes, Polish-American historian and academic (died 2018) was born. In 1952, Bill Barber, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1973, Konstantinos Kenteris, Greek runner was born. In 1978, Los Alfaques disaster: A truck carrying liquid gas crashes and explodes at a coastal campsite in Tarragona, Spain killing 216 tourists. In 1998, Panagiotis Kondylis, Greek philosopher and author (born 1943) passed away. In 1999, Jan Sloot, Dutch computer scientist and electronics technician (born 1945) passed away. In 2005, Jesús Iglesias, Argentinian racing driver (born 1922) passed away. In 2008, Michael E. DeBakey, American surgeon and educator (born 1908) passed away. In 2015, André Leysen, Belgian businessman (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Why ridiculous shoes are suddenly everywhere
Narrative Analysis: Bandwagon
While the luxury fashion market as a whole is contracting, the luxury footwear market is growing.
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Technique: Bandwagon
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Us Weekly
· Jul 6, 2026
These Chic Sneakers Are So Supportive, You May Not Need Orthotics
When trips to the grocery store mean achy arches and cranky heels, reminding you that most cute shoes don’t love you back, the hunt for a pair that does becomes a full-time job. But don’t sweat. We searched high and low to find these Skechers sneakers, the knit slip-ons racking up thousands of five-star ratings []
People.com
· Jul 5, 2026
Shoppers with Wide Feet and Bunions Rave About These Comfortable and Supportive Sneakers —They’re Only $36
They're great for long days on your feet
Cosmopolitan
· Jun 22, 2026
Fashion People Can't Get Enough of Toe Loop Sandals—This $15 Pair From Old Navy Sold Me
Just found my new favorite shoes of the season.
Vogue
· Jun 29, 2026
The Boys Were 10 Toes Down on Freaky Shoes at Spring 2027 Men’s Fashion Week
From Saint Laurent’s transparent lace-ups to Comme des Garçons’ witchy boots, the boys went toe to toe with the girls on freaky shoes at spring 2027 men’s fashion week.
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Related coverage for "Why ridiculous shoes are suddenly everywhere": Us Weekly — These Chic Sneakers Are So Supportive, You May Not Need Orthotics. People.com — Shoppers with Wide Feet and Bunions Rave About These Comfortable and Supportive Sneakers —They’re Only $36. Cosmopolitan — Fashion People Can't Get Enough of Toe Loop Sandals—This $15 Pair From Old Navy Sold Me. Vogue — The Boys Were 10 Toes Down on Freaky Shoes at Spring 2027 Men’s Fashion Week