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Who is Ryan Leonard? Washington Capitals sign Boston College, Team USA star
The Washington Capitals signed Boston College forward Ryan Leonard, their 2023 first-round pick, to a three-year entry-level contract.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
John Thornton, Venture Capitalist Who Founded The Texas Tribune, Dies at 59
He founded The Texas Tribune, a model for nonprofit grass-roots news organizations nationwide, and the American Journalism Project, which supports them.The New York Times - 8h -
Richard Chamberlain, TV actor who starred in 'Dr. Kildare,' dies at 90
Richard Chamberlain, the handsome hero of the 1960s television series “Dr. Kildare” who found a second career as “king of the miniseries,” has died at age 90ABC News - 4d -
Han Jong-Hee, who elevated Samsung's television business, dies
Samsung Electronics says the executive credited with elevating its television business has diedABC News - Mar. 25 -
Richard Chamberlain, who soared to fame as Dr. Kildare on TV and gained acclaim in 'Shogun,' dies
Richard Chamberlain, who won fame as 'Dr. Kildare' and high praise for the miniseries 'Shogun' and 'The Thorn Birds,' has died at age 90.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Lithuanians bid farewell to 4 US soldiers who died during training exercise
A procession carrying the coffins of four American soldiers who died during a training exercise in Lithuania will proceed past the capital’s cathedral square ThursdayABC News - 1d -
Lithuanians bid farewell to 4 U.S. soldiers who died during training exercise
A procession carrying the coffins of four American soldiers who died during a training exercise in Lithuania will proceed past the capital’s cathedral square Thursday.NBC News - 1d -
Ex-Yankees Player Brett Gardner’s Son Died From Carbon Monoxide, Officials Say
Miller Gardner, who was 14, died last month at a resort in Costa Rica.The New York Times - 18h -
'My mum in India was willing to lose everything to support my trans identity'
A transgender woman who became the first to legally marry in India's Tamil Nadu state speaks of her mother's unwavering support.BBC News - 3d -
Parents of football player who died last year file wrongful death suit against Bucknell
Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr. was an 18-year-old freshman when he died last July, two days after collapsing during football practice.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Pilar Viladas, Architecture and Design Journalist, Dies at 70
Schooled in art history, she brought authority and a human perspective to her writing and editing for Architectural Digest, HG, The Times and other publications.The New York Times - Mar. 28 -
Richard Norton, stunt veteran who sparred with Chuck Norris and Jackie Chan, dies at 75
Richard Norton, a veteran stunt performer and martial artist whose credits include 'The Suicide Squad' and 'The Octagon,' has died. James Gunn says 'the film world will be a less vibrant place ...Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Sian Barbara Allen, actor known for 'The Waltons' and 'You'll Like My Mother,' dies at 78
Sian Barbara Allen, who appeared in several TV series and TV movies through the early 1970s to late '90s, has died. The Golden Globe nominee died Monday at age 78, her family announced.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Serbian student protesters head to Strasbourg on bicycles to seek EU support
Serbian university students who say their fight for justice and the rule of law is being overlooked are cycling 1,300 kilometers (780 miles) toward the heart of the European Union to seek supportABC News - 1d -
Scottish tourist dies in Rome hospital after suspected gas explosion
Grant Paterson, 54, from South Lanarkshire, was pulled out from rubble on final day of visit. A Scottish tourist who suffered severe burns in a suspected gas explosion at a building in Rome has ...The Guardian - 2d -
Leonardo Patterson, 82, High-Flying Antiquities Dealer Brought Low, Dies
Born into rural poverty, he climbed to the top of the art market. But he fell after being convicted of selling fake and stolen items.The New York Times - 11h -
L.J. Smith, whose 'Vampire Diaries' books inspired CW series, dies at 66
Author L.J. Smith, who created the 'Vampire Diaries' otherwordly book series that inspired the CW drama of the same name, died this month. She was 66.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 27 -
I’m a Republican Who Still Supports Ukraine. America Must Not Give In to Putin.
The administration must be crystal clear that we are aligned with democracy, free markets and the rule of law.The New York Times - 4d -
Pat Leonard: Giants’ decision at NFL draft’s No. 3 overall pick may not be as complicated as it seems
NEW YORK — There are NFL scouts who believe Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter can be an elite starting defensive end when he hits the pros. That’s a premium player at a premium position. That’s a ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Paolo Banchero has 33 points, career-best 18 rebounds as Magic beat Wizards 109-97
Paolo Banchero had 33 points, a career-high 18 rebounds and eight assists, and the Orlando Magic defeated the Washington Wizards 109-97ABC News - 12h -
High school sports: Longtime Frontier League director and advocate Kowalick dies at 88
Apr. 3—Bob Kowalick, the man who shaped and steered the Frontier League behind the scenes for almost 50 years, died Monday at the age of 88. Kowalick, a native of Watertown, served as Frontier ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Gai Gherardi, Who Made Eyeglass Frames Fashion Statements, Dies at 78
Her L.A. Eyeworks boutique, which she opened with a friend and fellow optician, was a pioneer in turning ordinary frames into bold, artistic accessories.The New York Times - 5d -
Man, woman and girl, 4, who died in house fire are named
The house fire broke out at a Grade II listed converted former railway station.BBC News - 4d -
Richard Carlson, Journalist Who Led Voice of America, Dies at 84
The father of the conservative commentator Tucker Carlson, he won a Peabody Award for television reporting that uncovered a car company’s fraud.The New York Times - 3d -
Hank Steinbrecher, Who Helped Elevate Soccer in the U.S., Dies at 77
He was also a key figure in raising American soccer’s profile on the world stage. Earlier, as a marketer, he saw opportunities in the football ritual of dousing coaches with Gatorade.The New York Times - 3d -
Betty Webb, Who Helped Bletchley Park Code Breakers, Dies at 101
Sworn to secrecy about the goings-on at Britain’s storied World War II decryption operation, she only later recounted the efforts to crack German signals.The New York Times - 2d -
Ralph Holloway, Anthropologist Who Studied Brain’s Evolution, Dies at 90
It wasn’t the size of human brains that distinguished people from apes, he theorized, but the way they were organized. He found a creative way to prove it.The New York Times - 20h -
Yahoo Sports AM: Capitals rookie Ryan Leonard's whirlwind week
In today's edition: Ryan Leonard's whirlwind week, NFL rule changes, the two centers of the baseball universe, a Masters prelude, MLB power rankings, and more.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Val Kilmer, Film Star Who Played Batman and Jim Morrison, Dies at 65
A wide-ranging leading man who earned critical praise, he was known to be charismatic but unpredictable. At one point he dropped out of Hollywood for a decade.The New York Times - 1d -
Paolo Banchero has 33 points, career-best 18 rebounds as Magic beat Wizards 109-97
Paolo Banchero had 33 points, a career-high 18 rebounds and eight assists, and the Orlando Magic defeated the Washington Wizards 109-97 on Thursday night. Franz Wagner added 27 points for the ...Yahoo Sports - 12h -
Figure skater who lost both parents in DC crash receives standing ovation at World Champs
Maxim Naumov's parents, who were both coaches at the Skating Club of Boston, died January in a plane crash outside of Washington, D.C.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Ange Postecoglou took on Tottenham fans and lost... this feels like the end
This might prove to be the night the Ange Postecoglou dream died as the Tottenham Hotspur head coach took on his own supporters and lost.Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Yes, Trump can and must deport noncitizen supporters of Hamas
Federal law provides powerful tools enabling the removal of non-citizen immigrants who advocate for terrorism and incite genocide.The Hill - 1d -
Tufts declares support for student detained by ICE, seeks immediate release
Tufts University is seeking the release of international graduate student Rumeysa Ozturk, who was taken into custody by federal agents.CBS News - 1d -
The Torlonia Marbles Offer Everything We Ask of Art
The 2,000-year-old Torlonia collection of Roman sculptures, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, has the urgency of the greatest contemporary art.The New York Times - 1d -
Kawhi Leonard leads Clippers to a dominant win over the Pelicans amid playoff push
Kawhi Leonard scored 28 points and all five Clippers starters scored in double figures as the team rolled to a home win over the Pelicans on Wednesday.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Leonard, Powell and Zubac power the Clippers to a 96-87 win over the Magic
Kawhi Leonard and Norman Powell each scored 21 points, Ivica Zubac added 18 points and 20 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Orlando Magic 96-87 Monday night. James Harden added 20 ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Richard Chamberlain: Heartthrob king of the TV mini-series dies aged 90
Dashing American actor who was unrivalled in his ability to hold a television audience.BBC News - 5d
