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Alan 'Sky' Magary, an Airline Executive Who Said No to Smoking on Planes, Dies at 82
Ditching cigarettes thrust him into the center of a public-health debate, but it also allowed him to change the narrative around Northwest Airlines.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 25 -
The Violinist María Dueñas Makes a Carnegie Hall Debut
The violinist Maria Dueñas has something to say, and the skill to say it brilliantly. She makes her solo recital debut at Carnegie Hall this month.Top stories - The New York Times - October 15 -
Who was in Trump's huge victory entourage?
A closer look at the dozens of family members, advisers and allies who joined the president-elect on stage.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
Blaney, Byron, Logano, Reddick: Who will be the 2024 NASCAR Cup champion?
The NASCAR Playoffs are down to the Championship 4. Come Sunday, one of Ryan Blaney, William Byron, Joey Logano or Tyler Reddick will claim 2024's title.Sports - ESPN - 5 hours ago -
Former Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who inspired 'Fernandomania,' dead at 63
Fernando Valenzuela, the Mexican-born phenom for the Los Angeles Dodgers who inspired “Fernandomania," has died.Top stories - NBC News - October 23 -
Phil Lesh, Bassist Who Anchored the Grateful Dead, Dies at 84
One of the first rock bassists whose instrument regularly took a lead role, he also had a hand in writing some of the band’s best-known songs.Top stories - The New York Times - October 26 -
Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay champion who inspired Fair Pay Act, dies aged 86
Ledbetter sued employer Goodyear in 1998 after finding out she was paid $6,500 less than lowest-paid male supervisor. Lilly Ledbetter, an equal pay advocate whose lawsuit against her employer ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
"Mornings Memory": Meet the 90-year-old baking champion who made history
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back to the year 2000, when 90-year-old Gladys Jeffries became a county fair sensation, winning more baking ribbons than anyone could count.Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
Rudy May, 1980 American League ERA champion who pitched for Yankees, Angels, others, dies at 80
May pitched in parts of 16 MLB seasons across his careerSports - CBS Sports - October 25 -
Family looks for missing Broadway dancer Zelig Williams in South Carolina
A family in South Carolina is pleading with the community to help them find a Broadway dancer who disappeared nearly two weeks agoEntertainment - ABC News - October 16 -
Mitzi Gaynor, dancer and actor from South Pacific, dies aged 93
One of the few survivors of the golden age of the Hollywood musical also appeared in We’re Not Married and There’s No Business Like Show Business. Mitzi Gaynor, the dancer and actor who starred as ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
After Death of ‘KShakes,’ NYC Street Dancers Shake Off Grief
Since K’Sean ‘KShakes’ Nurse died last month, fellow New York street dancers have found release through performance.Top stories - The New York Times - October 23 -
A prime minister defending immigration? It can happen. It just did here in Spain | María Ramírez
Pedro Sánchez’s tone sharply contrasts with that of his European counterparts. He needs to prove it’s not just rhetoric. The Spanish prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, recently read in parliament a ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
7 dead, at least 30 missing in Myanmar after boat carrying people fleeing capsized
Seven people are confirmed dead and more than 30 are missing after a boat whose passengers included villagers fleeing from fighting in Myanmar capsized in the Andaman SeaWorld - ABC News - October 21 -
Teen who allegedly shot 5 family members dead tried to blame brother, documents say
The teen is accused of shooting his parents, two brothers and a sister in their home in Fall City, Washington, outside Seattle, according to court documents.Top stories - CBS News - October 24 -
Phil Lesh, Bassist Who Brought 'Box of Rain' to the Grateful Dead, Dies at 84
An untraditional bass player who was enamored of John Coltrane, Lesh gave the band a unique twist on rock ’n’ roll.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 26 -
82 American Nobel Prize Winners Endorse Kamala Harris
The group of scientists and economists said they feared a Trump presidency would impede progress in science and technology and in fighting climate change.Science - The New York Times - October 24 -
Charles Brandt, Whose Book Inspired ‘The Irishman,’ Dies at 82
“I Heard You Paint Houses,” his true-crime best seller about the death of Jimmy Hoffa, was brought to the screen by Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro.Top stories - The New York Times - October 30 -
Alan Rachins, ‘L.A. Law’ and ‘Dharma & Greg’ Actor, Dies at 82
He became recognizable as a performer whose specialty was difficult men, in both absurd comedies and tense dramas.Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
82-year-old woman arrested for allegedly assaulting Trump supporters
An 82-year-old white woman was arrested for a suspected hate crime and assault following an altercation with Trump supporters on Monday, according to a police report.Top stories - ABC News - Yesterday -
Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, a founding member who co-wrote 'Box of Rain' and several other songs, dies at 84
Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, a founding member who co-wrote 'Box of Rain' and several other songs, dies at 84Entertainment - ABC News - October 25 -
Family of missing Broadway dancer Zelig Williams holding faith he will return home safe
It’s been more than a week since a Broadway dancer who delighted crowds while performing in Tony Award-winning shows such as “Hamilton” went missing, and his family pleaded Sunday for any ...Top stories - NBC News - October 13 -
This 71-year-old pole dancer defies expectations — and gravity — in age-obsessed L.A.
Mary Serritella started pole dancing at 57. Fourteen years later she's inspiring others who are decades her junior.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 14 -
New York Liberty 80-82 Minnesota Lynx: WNBA finals Game 4 – as it happened
Lynx edge Liberty to force winner-take-all Game 5 Ellie: the viral mascot twerking her way into NYC lore Liberty 13-12 Lynx, 4:15 left, 1st quarter: Collier’s 3-pointer falls gently through ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Lynx force Game 5 of WNBA Finals on Carleton's free throws to beat Liberty 82-80
Bridget Carleton made two free throws with 2 seconds left, and the Minnesota Lynx forced a decisive Game 5 of the WNBA Finals, beating the New York Liberty 82-80Sports - ABC News - October 19 -
Alan Rachins, Emmy-nominated actor from 'L.A. Law' and 'Dharma & Greg,' dies at 82
Rachins died Saturday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center of heart failure, his family confirmed in a statement to The Times.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 4 days ago -
LeBron James says he plans to play in all 82 games this season, and he wouldn't be first 40-year-old to do so
James, who has appeared in every game just once in his career, will turn 40 years old in DecemberSports - CBS Sports - October 26 -
Countdown champion accused of stabbing rival
John Cowen allegedly attacked man with a knife at a quiz-themed event in Blackpool, a court hears.Top stories - BBC News - October 14 -
'Hybrid' Champions Trophy not acceptable - PCB
A 'hybrid model' for hosting the Champions Trophy will not be accepted by Pakistan, according to its Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
The Leader of Hamas Is Dead
Also, Biden traveled to Germany as the U.S. wrestles with military aid. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.Top stories - The New York Times - October 17 -
The music hits that Quincy Jones helped create
Legendary music producer Quincy Jones has died at 91. Jones is behind hits like Michael Jackson's historic "Thriller" album. Arnold Robinson, Jones' publicist, said he died surrounded by his family ...Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Arsenal 4-1 Vålerenga: Women’s Champions League – live reaction
Champions League updates from the 8pm BST kick-off Fowler earns Manchester City win after St Pölten scare Live scoreboard | Moving the Goalposts | And mail Sarah Strictly Come Dancing ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
How Europe’s battery champion descended into crisis
Insiders say Northvolt, Europe’s best-funded start-up, has been beset by problems from the startBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
Twente 1-3 Chelsea: Women’s Champions League – live rezction
Champions League updates from the 8pm BST kick-off Live scoreboard | And email Sarah with your thoughts Here we go then. It looks like Chelsea have made a late change as Kaneryd is on the ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
Conker champion cleared of cheating after probe
David Jakins, 82, who is also known as King Conker, won his men's title "fairly" says organisers.Top stories - BBC News - October 21 -
Arsenal v Shakhtar Donetsk: Champions League – live
Champions League updates from the 8pm BST kick-off Live scoreboard | Latest clockwatch | And email Scott The teams are out. Arsenal in their red and white finery, Shakhtar sporting ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Five epic Barca-Bayern Champions League matches
Barcelona and Bayern Munich will meet each other for the 11th time in Champions League history when they face off on Wednesday night.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Madrid or Baku to host '27 Champions League final
UEFA has confirmed that Madrid or Baku will stage the 2027 Champions League final after the capital cities of Spain and Azerbaijan stepped in to replace Milan as host of the showpiece fixture.Sports - ESPN - October 23