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Remembering those in politics, culture and media who died in 2024
Meet the Press looks back at the icons in politics, culture and media who we lost in 2024.NBC News - 2h -
Ex-OpenAI engineer who raised legal concerns about the technology has died
The whistleblower helped train artificial intelligence systems behind ChatGPT.ABC News - 20h -
OpenAI whistleblower who died was being considered as witness against company
Suchir Balaji, listed in court filing as having ‘relevant documents’ about copyright violation, died on 26 November. Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI engineer and whistleblower who helped train the ...The Guardian - 20h -
Joanne Pierce Misko, Ex-Nun Who Made F.B.I. History, Dies at 83
She and Susan Malone were sworn in together in 1972 as the first female agents, only months after the bureau opened the door to women.The New York Times - 2d -
The secret weapon who's made a huge difference for Jalen Hurts
Jalen Hurts is enjoying the finest stretch of his NFL career and Doug Nussmeier, Eagles' quarterbacks coach, has a lot to do with it.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Japanese newspaper boss who influenced the nation's postwar politics died at 98
Tsuneo Watanabe, the powerful head of Japan's largest newspaper who helped shape the country's postwar politics, has died, his company said ThursdayABC News - 3d -
E.B. Furgurson III, Who Covered Massacre at His Newspaper, Dies at 70
After five people were killed in the newsroom, he set up a work space in the back of his pickup truck and made sure the next day’s issue was published.The New York Times - 4d -
Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?BBC News - 5d -
Dick Van Arsdale dies at 81: Phoenix Suns legend scored first points in franchise history
Van Arsdale spent 12 seasons in the NBA and was picked by the Suns in a 1968 expansion draftCBS Sports - 5d -
Zakir Hussain, Tabla Virtuoso Who Forged Global Fusions, Dies at 73
His collaborators included John McLaughlin, Béla Fleck, Ravi Shankar, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma and members of the Grateful Dead.The New York Times - 6d -
NBA winners and losers: 3-point history made in multiple ways, 76ers seem cursed, Bronny James goes off
Plus, if you're a sideline seat server, make sure to keep your head on a swivelCBS Sports - 6d -
Man who attacked, then rescued, ex-wife hoped to be her hero
Morgan Metzer survived a violent attack in her Canton, Georgia, home by an assailant she described as dressed in black and sounding like Batman. The only thing more surprising than the attack ...CBS News - Dec. 15 -
Bob Fernandez, Who Survived Pearl Harbor as a Teenager, Dies at 100
Mr. Fernandez was a 17-year-old sailor aboard the U.S.S. Curtiss when Japanese forces attacked. He had recently canceled a trip to Hawaii for the 83rd anniversary of the bombing.The New York Times - Dec. 14 -
Clarke Reed, Who Helped the G.O.P. Conquer the South, Dies at 96
He built Mississippi’s Republican Party into a conservative powerhouse, making himself a regional power broker in the process.The New York Times - Dec. 13 -
College Football Playoff: The 12 plays that changed who made the 2024 field ... and who didn't
Here are a dozen plays that shaped the 2024 College Playoff field, plays that could well have resulted in a very different field than we have right now.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 11 -
Shalom Nagar, 'The Hangman' Who Executed Adolf Eichmann, Dies at 89
A former member of the Israel Defense Forces, he eventually saw it as a virtuous act. But he was haunted by it for many years.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 11 -
Rocky Colavito dies at 91: Nine-time MLB All-Star was 'one of the most popular players' in Cleveland history
Colavito played for 14 seasons, finishing as high as third in MVP votingCBS Sports - Dec. 11 -
These Nuns Were Excommunicated but Won’t Leave Their Convents
The Poor Clares of Belorado, in northern Spain, are digging in their heels in a battle of wills over real estate with the Catholic Church.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Nikki Giovanni, Poet Who Wrote of Black Joy, Dies at 81
As a writer, she tackled race, gender, sex, politics and love. She was also a public intellectual who appeared on television and toured the country.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
King presents Elizabeth Emblems to families of those who died on duty
King Charles presents a new award recognising those who died in public service.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Juan Soto's $765M deal with the Mets is the largest in MLB history. Here's who he passed
Juan Soto and the New York Mets agreed to a record $765 million, 15-year contract Sunday night, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated PressABC News - Dec. 8 -
College Football Playoff bracket, rankings reveal: Who made the 12-team field?
The first 12-team College Football Playoff bracket has been revealed.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 8 -
Tributes to 'loving' Elizabeth line worker who died after station attack
Jorge Ortega, 61, died following an attack and a man has been arrested by British Transport Police.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
Surprise Premier League club plot January move for Chelsea ace who’s made 11 appearances
West Ham are looking to strengthen their defensive options and are interested in signing Tosin Adarabioyo according to reports.Adarabioyo only arrived at Chelsea in the summer on a free transfer ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
'History made at Dawn Sturgess' rollercoaster inquiry'
Presenters of The Salisbury Poisoning podcast share what it was like reporting on the inquiry.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
Catholic nun arrested for bringing mafia messages to prisoners
An Italian nun was arrested Thursday as part of a long investigation that led to the arrests of 25 suspects and the seizure of over 1,800,000 euros.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Sailor who died in Pearl Harbor attack finally accounted for
U.S. Navy Seaman 2nd Class John C. Auld, 23, was from Newcastle, England, and died aboard the USS Oklahoma on Dec. 7.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Jealous ex-partners who kill to get tougher sentences
The changes follow an independent review into domestic murder sentencing by barrister Clare Wade.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Jury awards $300m payout to family of teen who died on Orlando ride
Tyre Sampson fell 30m (98ft) from the ride at ICON Park in Orlando which had no seat belts.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Prince Johnson, 72, Warlord Who Executed Liberia’s President, Dies
A rebel leader in Liberia’s civil wars, he was accused of numerous atrocities. The most notorious was the videotaped mutilation and killing of President Samuel Doe.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Richard Hamilton, Who Helped Solve a Mathematical Mystery, Dies at 81
He came up with an innovative equation called the Ricci flow that helped mathematicians explore fundamental questions that were once out of reach.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Italian police arrest nun over links to mafia
The sister, a volunteer in a prison, is accused of ferrying messages to convicted 'Ndrangheta members.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Clifton Wharton, Who Rose to the Top at Several Institutions, Dies at 98
Wharton was the first Black person to head TIAA-CREF, Michigan State University, the State University of New York and the Rockefeller Foundation.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
Thirman Milner, Hartford Mayor Who Broke Race Barrier, Dies at 91
He grudgingly transitioned from civil rights to politics and became the first popularly elected Black mayor in New England.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Dana Dimel dies at 62: Ex-Houston, UTEP coach served as offensive assistant for Illinois in 2024 season
Dimel also served multiple stints as an assistant coach under the legendary Bill Snyder at Kansas StateCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Browns' Jerry Jeudy makes NFL history vs. Broncos, says he'd swap his huge stat line for a win over ex-team
Jeudy, a 2020 Broncos' first-round pick, was traded in the offseasonCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Octavious Jackson dies at 44: Ex-Florida State DT was member of 1999 national championship team
Jackson was allegedly trying to break up a fight when he was shotCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Art Cashin, New York Stock Exchange fixture for decades, dies at age 83
Art Cashin was UBS' director of floor operations at the NYSE and a man The Washington Post called "Wall Street's version of Walter Cronkite."CNBC - Dec. 2 -
Art Cashin, New York Stock Exchange fixture for decades, dies at 83
Art Cashin, UBS’ director of floor operations at the New York Stock Exchange and a man The Washington Post called “Wall Street’s version of Walter Cronkite,” has died.NBC News - Dec. 2 -
Ex-detective accused of preying on Black women dies before trial
Prosecutors say female residents feared that if they crossed paths with Roger Golubski, he'd demand sexual favors and threaten to harm or jail their relatives.CBS News - Dec. 2
