Famed Mexican singer Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77

Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77

Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio has died at the age of 77

ABC News - 3d

Jerry Butler, Singer Known as the Iceman, Dies at 85

Known for his resounding baritone and his courtly manner, he briefly led the Impressions before beginning a successful solo career, recording hits like “Only the Strong Survive.”

The New York Times - 11h

Jerry Butler, R&B singer and early leader of the Impressions, dies at 85

After scoring hits including 'He Will Break Your Heart' and 'Make It Easy on Yourself,' the singer went on to a second life in Chicago politics.

Los Angeles Times - 9h

Senate's 'vote-a-rama' and Mexican troops at border: Morning Rundown

Senate adopts a $340 billion budget with Trump's priorities. Entire police department put on leave. Mexico ramps up troops at the border. Best egg substitutes.

NBC News - 18h

Sutton's predictions v singer Bradley Simpson

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer and Newcastle fan Bradley Simpson with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

BBC News - 1d

Missing the cold, the Dutch relive highs and lows of famed skating race 40 years on

Climate change has put the prospect of an actual new edition of the Netherlands' iconic Elfstedentocht skating race over frozen canals and lakes on thin ice but it is relishing the drama of a ...

ABC News - 17h

Famed for Himalayan peaks and pristine lakes, Kashmir faces a water crisis amid dry weather

For days, people in the Himalayan region of Kashmir watched in agony as a famed ancient spring ran dry amid extreme dry weather conditions

ABC News - 16h

Maria La Rosa’s Foil Balloon-Like Socks Are a Simple Luxury for Fans

They resemble foil balloons, make a crackling sound when slipped on and, for a growing number of people, have become a simple luxury.

The New York Times - 2d

Suits LA review – glossy legal spinoff is an unsexy disappointment

After Suits became a surprise Netflix smash hit in 2023, the inevitable follow-up is unlikely to find as many fans. For all my eye-rolling at spinoffs, reboots and IP rehashing, I have to admit ...

The Guardian - 1d

LA mayor removes fire chief amid tensions over deadly wildfires

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (D) has removed the city’s fire chief, Kristin Crowley, amid ongoing tensions over the handling of and response to the region's deadly January wildfires. Crowley was ...

The Hill - 9h

Argentina court clears 3 accused in singer Liam Payne’s death

An Argentine court has cleared three of the five people accused of their alleged involvement in singer Liam Payne’s death, local media reported Thursday.

NBC News - 21h

Dickson Despommier Dies at 84; Championed Farming in Skyscrapers

A Columbia microbiologist, he popularized “vertical farming” — raising crops in tall buildings — to remediate climate change and feed more people.

The New York Times - 2d

Souleymane Cissé, Celebrated Malian Filmmaker, Dies at 84

He won multiple awards during his 50-year career, including the jury prize at the Cannes Film Festival, and spent his life championing African cinema.

The New York Times - 1d

Rob Manfred calls Athletics’ new park in Sacramento charming but still expects to be in Las Vegas by 2028

Rob Manfred recently visited the 14,000-seat minor league stadium in West Sacramento, California, and said the owners of the Triple-A River Cats and Athletics have provided players with “as close ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

La Salle's Fran Dunphy to retire: Big 5 coaching legend will step aside at the end of 2024-25 season

Dunphy will transition into a role as special assistant to the president at La Salle

CBS Sports - 1d

LA mayor Karen Bass removes fire chief after public rift over wildfire response

Kristen Crowley dismissed after blaming city’s budget cuts, while mayor claimed firefighters weren’t properly deployed. Six weeks after the most destructive wildfire in city history, Los Angeles ...

The Guardian - 9h

Las Vegas woman allegedly drugged, fleeced older men she met on dating apps

A Las Vegas woman accused of luring men via dating sites, drugging them, and taking money was in custody in Mexico on Friday as U.S. authorities announced a federal indictment against her.

NBC News - 2h

Marian Turski, Auschwitz survivor who warned of danger of indifference, dies at 98

Marian Turski, a Holocaust survivor who became a journalist and historian in postwar Poland and was a co-founder of Warsaw’s landmark Jewish history museum, has died

ABC News - 3d

Rick Buckler, former drummer for British rock trio the Jam, dies at 69

Paul Weller and Bruce Foxton of the Jam mourn drummer Rick Buckler, who died Monday at 69 after a short illness. 'We went far beyond our dreams,' Weller writes.

Los Angeles Times - 3d

Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, a pioneer of African cinema, dies

Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, a pioneer of African cinema with a career spanning 50 years, has died at age 84

ABC News - 2d

David Boren, former Oklahoma governor and veteran US senator, dies at 83

David Boren, the former Oklahoma governor and longtime U.S. Senate intelligence chief who went on to lead the University of Oklahoma after his retirement from politics, has died

ABC News - 1d

Man dies at Manchester airport after arrest by Border Force officers

Police watchdog is investigating death of 27-year-old who showed ‘unusual behaviour’ at security check. A 27-year-old man has died at Manchester airport after being arrested by Border Force ...

The Guardian - 1d

Frankétienne, considered one of Haiti's most important and prolific writers, dies at 88

Frankétienne, a renowned writer, painter, actor and musician known as the “father of Haitian letters” has died

ABC News - 13h

Daniel Bisogno, longtime host of Mexico's 'Ventaneando,' dies at 51

Daniel Bisogno, who co-hosted Mexico's TV Azteca talk show 'Ventaneando,' died after complications from a September liver transplant, the TV program said.

Los Angeles Times - 12h

Olga James, a Star of ‘Carmen Jones’ and ‘Mr. Wonderful,’ Dies at 95

An operatic soprano, she had high-profile roles on film and stage in the 1950s. But after that, she mostly spent her career away from the limelight.

The New York Times - 12h

Mel Bochner, Conceptual Artist Who Played With Language, Dies at 84

His early work made use of unexpected materials like pennies and masking tape. Later, he created trenchant word paintings that provoked and delighted.

The New York Times - 7h

Mel Bochner, Conceptual Artist Who Played With Language, Dies at 84

His early work made use of unexpected materials like pennies and masking tape. Later, he created trenchant word paintings that provoked and delighted.

The New York Times - 7h

Patsy Grimaldi, Whose Name Became Synonymous With Pizza, Dies at 93

His coal-oven pizzeria in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge has drawn patrons from New York City and beyond.

The New York Times - 4h

Patsy Grimaldi, Whose Name Became Synonymous With Pizza, Dies at 93

His coal-oven pizzeria in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge has drawn patrons from New York City and beyond.

The New York Times - 4h

Voletta Wallace, the Notorious B.I.G.’s Mother, Dies at 78

She played the rapper music as a child, stood by his side during his meteoric career and navigated the legal and artistic questions that arose after his killing.

The New York Times - 56m

Court drops charges against 3 people tied to the death of singer Liam Payne

A court in Argentina has dropped charges of criminal negligence against three of the five people indicted in connection with the death of Liam Payne, the former One Direction singer who fell from a ...

ABC News - 1d

Amid Liam Payne death probe, singer's friend and two hotel workers cleared of charges

Argentine appeals court judges reversed the charges against Liam Payne's friend Roger Nores, whom prosecutors charged with manslaughter last year.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

Canadian anthem singer changes lyric over Trump remarks on Canada as 51st state

Chantal Kreviazuk, who performed the Canadian anthem prior to the 4 Nations Face-Off title game Thursday changed a lyric as a rebuke to President Trump's repeated remarks about making the country ...

CBS News - 21h

Singer of Canadian anthem at 4 Nations Face-Off changes lyric to protest Trump's 51st state remarks

The anthem singer who performed the Canadian anthem prior to the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game changed a lyric in “O Canada” from “in all of us command” to “that only us command.”

ABC News - 18h

A Great Big World singer on stepping away from group after multiple sclerosis diagnosis

Nearly 20 years after forming their musical duo, A Great Big World, Chad King and Ian Axel are back with "Then There Were Sparks." As their new EP debuts, King shares his decision to step away from ...

CBS News - 15h

A Great Big World singer on stepping away from group after multiple sclerosis diagnosis

Nearly 20 years after forming their musical duo, A Great Big World, Chad King and Ian Axel are back with "Then There Were Sparks." As their new EP debuts, King shares his decision to step away from ...

CBS News - 15h

Canadian anthem singer changes lyric over Trump remarks on Canada as 51st state

Chantal Kreviazuk, who performed the Canadian anthem prior to the 4 Nations Face-Off title game Thursday changed a lyric as a rebuke to President Trump's repeated remarks about making the country ...

CBS News - 15h

A Great Big World singer Chad King steps back from performing due to MS

A Great Big World is marking a new chapter as Chad King exits performing while Ian Axel continues.

CBS News - 12h

A Great Big World singer Chad King steps back from performing due to MS

A Great Big World is marking a new chapter as Chad King exits performing while Ian Axel continues.

CBS News - 12h

Famed Mexican singer Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77

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