Garth Hudson, co founder and keyboardist of the Band, dies at 87

Jean-Marie Le Pen dies at 96

Politician was founder of France’s far-right National Front party

Financial Times - Jan. 7

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's far right National Front, dies at 96, a senior party official says

ABC News - Jan. 7

Jean-Marie Le Pen - founder of French far right and 'Devil of the Republic'

A Holocaust denier and unrepentant extremist on race and immigration, the far-right politician has died at 96.

BBC News - Jan. 7

Nvidia founder unveils new technology for gamers and creators at CES 2025

Chipmaker Nvidia has unveiled new technology for gamers and creators at CES 2025

ABC News - Jan. 7

Trump co-defendants ask Judge Cannon to block release of Special Counsel report

Lawyers for Walt Nauta and Carlos De Oliveira asked Judge Aileen Cannon to issue an order barring AG Merrick Garland from publicly releasing the report by Jan. 10.

ABC News - Jan. 6

Jean Milant, founder of Cirrus Gallery and Cirrus Editions, dies at 81

Jean Milant, founder of Cirrus Gallery and Cirrus Editions, worked with artists Ed Ruscha, John Baldessari and many others, dies at 81.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 6

Jocelyne Wildenstein, Socialite and Tabloid ‘Catwoman,’ Dies at 79

Her lurid divorce from the wealthy scion of an art-world dynasty earned headlines. Her elaborate plastic surgeries brought even more attention.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Electricity co-operation post-Brexit has far more positives than negatives

A simple trading agreement would suit both Europe and the UK

Financial Times - Jan. 6

Naughty Dog Founder Reveals Budgets Of Original Games And Why They Sold To Sony

Andy Gavin, one of the co-founders of Naughty Dog, has explained why the company sold itself to Sony back in 2001. Posting on LinkedIn , Gavin said he's been asked "countless times" why Naughty ...

GameSpot - Jan. 6

The day friendshoring died

Joe Biden blocking Nippon Steel’s bid for US Steel is a sad end for an unloved idea

Financial Times - Jan. 6

Chinese venture capitalists force failed founders on to debtor blacklist

Pursuit of entrepreneurs threatens start-up ecosystem as investors target personal assets to claw back funding

Financial Times - Jan. 6

The Vivienne, Winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, Dies

James Lee Williams was best known by their stage name and also built a career in musical theater.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Indie band English Teacher kick off BBC's Sound of 2025

The Mercury Prize-winning band start the countdown of the BBC's annual list of music's rising stars.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Oldest Person in the World Dies at 116

Yahoo News - Jan. 5

Richard A. Easterlin, ‘Father of Happiness Economics,’ Dies at 98

He put forth the so-called Easterlin paradox, finding that the richer you are doesn’t mean the more satisfied you’ll be with your life.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

My grandfather co-signed my cousin’s student loan. After my grandfather died, my cousin skipped town. Will the estate have to pay the debt?

“The loan is now in default, and I have no idea where this grandson is.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 4

The Trump sentencing: Curtain to fall on Merchan's Hamlet on the Hudson

After years and millions spent in the various Trump cases, Trump will likely receive an unconditional discharge and sent along his way . . . to the White House.

The Hill - Jan. 4

Man dies in Lake District ridge fall

Members of Keswick Mountain Rescue Team thank fell walkers who went to help.

BBC News - Jan. 4

World's oldest person has died at 116

Tomiko Itooka, who loved bananas and a yogurt-flavored Japanese drink called Calpis, was born on May 23, 1908.

CBS News - Jan. 4

Sources: Alabama co-DC Hitschler will not return

Alabama co-defensive coordinator and defensive backs coach Colin Hitschler has been informed he will not return to the Crimson Tide next year, sources said.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Chelsea FC co-owner pays £56mn for London penthouse

Purchase by billionaire Behdad Eghbali is one of largest UK property deals of 2024

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Wayne Osmond, singer and guitarist for The Osmonds, dies at 73

NEW YORK — Wayne Osmond, a singer, guitarist and founding member of the million-selling family act The Osmonds, who were known for such 1970s teen hits as “One Bad Apple,” “Yo-Yo” and “Down By the ...

NBC News - Jan. 3

I started singing in a rock band in my 50s – and learned it could boost my brain health | Virginia Muzik

A concussion inspired me to challenge the invisibility of middle age, find my voice and discover how music might ward off dementia. When I saw the email from my neighbour asking whether I’d like to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

'Masterful' novelist David Lodge dies aged 89

Lodge was twice nominated for the Booker Prize in the 1980s for comic novels Small World and Nice Work.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Baby dies after A1 crash in icy conditions

The seven-month-old died in hospital after a car hit a tree near Grantham on Thursday night.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Wayne Osmond, Singer and Guitarist With the Osmonds, Dies at 73

Mr. Osmond was a founding member of the family pop group, which had a slew of hits in the 1970s, including “One Bad Apple” and “Yo-Yo.”

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Actor Justin Baldoni fires back after co-star Blake Lively accused him of sexual harassment

Actor Justin Baldoni is firing back after co-star Blake Lively accused him of sexual harassment in a lawsuit. Baldoni's lawyer spoke exclusively to NBC News about Baldoni's own allegations against ...

NBC News - Jan. 3