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Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer of 'Killing Me Softly With His Song,' dies at 88
Grammy award-winning singer Roberta Flack, who crooned hits like “Killing Me Softly with His Song,” which was covered by The Fugees with Lauryn HIll, has died. She was 88.NBC News - 4h -
Roberta Flack, timeless R&B singer-songwriter behind 'Killing Me Softly With His Song,' dies at 88
Roberta Flack, the singer-songwriter behind the landmark hits 'The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face' and 'Killing Me Softly With His Song,' has died. She was 88.Los Angeles Times - 6h -
Killing Me Softly singer Roberta Flack dies aged 88
The star's other hits included The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Feel Like Makin' Love.BBC News - 4h -
Roberta Flack, Virtuoso Singer-Pianist Behind ‘Killing Me Softly,’ Dies at 88
With majestic anthems like “Killing Me Softly” and “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face,” Ms. Flack, a former schoolteacher, became one of the most widely heard artists of the 1970s.The New York Times - 1h -
Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer, dies at age 88
Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer of "Killing Me Softly with His Song," "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" and other hits, has died at age 88.CBS News - 6h -
Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer, dies at age 88
Roberta Flack's intimate vocal and musical style on "Killing Me Softly with His Song" and other hits made her one of the top recording artists of the 1970s and an influential performer long after.CBS News - 5h -
Roberta Flack, soul and R&B icon behind Killing Me Softly, dies aged 88
Much-loved singer known for Killing Me Softly With His Song, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and duets with Donny Hathaway and Peabo Bryson, had suffered a stroke in 2016. Roberta Flack – a ...The Guardian - 6h -
Roberta Flack’s 11 Essential Songs
One of the supreme voices of the 1970s and a master of revelatory reinterpretation has died at 88.The New York Times - 4h -
Soulful songstress Roberta Flack dead at 88
Singer Roberta Flack, whose signature voice and soulful interpretations catapulted her to the top of the charts and influenced generations, has died. She was 88.ABC News - 5h -
Roberta Flack’s performances softly burned with the fire of life itself
The soul singer was ambitiously diverse in her musicianship, and enthralled at every turn – whether doing desolate folk cover versions or lighter, sophisticated pop. In the liner notes to 2023’s ...The Guardian - 2h -
Roberta Flack obituary
Singer with a reserved, intimate style on hits such as The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Killing Me Softly With His Song. Roberta Flack’s pensive version of Bridge Over Troubled Water , from ...The Guardian - 4h -
Remembering Roberta Flack: 8 timeless hits to salute an unrivaled talent
The great Roberta Flack has diedABC News - 2h -
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 - 3d -
Pennsylvania secures 88-75 win against Dartmouth
Led by Nick Spinoso's 23 points, the Pennsylvania Quakers defeated the Dartmouth Big Green 88-75ABC News - 2d -
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 diedABC News - 3d -
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 - 3d -
Marshall Rose, Who Helped Revive Two New York Institutions, Dies at 88
A real estate developer, he was instrumental in revitalizing the New York Public Library and transforming Bryant Park from a dangerous dead zone into a glorious sanctuary.The New York Times - 3d -
Cult folk singer Bill Fay, writer of The Healing Day, dies aged 81
Songs by the reluctant live performer have been covered by the War on Drugs, Wilco, Pavement and Marc Almond. The folk singer Bill Fay, known for songs such as The Healing Day and Thank You Lord, ...The Guardian - 23h -
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‘She acted as a mother to me growing up’: My stepmother remarried after my father died. How can I claim my inheritance?
“Her intention is to bequeath her properties and investments to her current new husband.”MarketWatch - 23h -
Voletta Wallace, Notorious B.I.G.’s mother and keeper of his legacy, dies at 78
NEW YORK — Voletta Wallace, the dedicated mother of the late great rapper The Notorious B.I.G., died Friday morning at 78.NBC News - 3d -
Voletta Wallace, mother of rapper Notorious B.I.G. and steward of his legacy, dies at 78
Voletta Wallace worked to elevate her son's short-lived but influential career to hip-hop greatness. Notorious B.I.G. was gunned down in 1997 in Los Angeles.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Voletta Wallace, Notorious B.I.G.'s mother and keeper of his legacy, dies at 78
Voletta Wallace, the dedicated mother of the late great rapper The Notorious BABC News - 2d -
‘I believe myself to be an honorable person’: Do I have the right to ask my husband if I’ll inherit his house after he dies?
“He and his first wife have a son who just graduated from university.”MarketWatch - 13h -
Man offers to split winnings after thieves hit jackpot with his credit card
The Frenchman has called on the thieves to strike a deal with him to split the €500,000 (£413,664) prize.BBC News - 3d -
Genius-level Salah enters his imperial phase to guide Liverpool to win at City | Barney Ronay
Arguably the best attacking player in the world this season did three startlingly high-grade things to ensure victory. If you’re going to win it in February, win it in February right . On a ...The Guardian - 1d -
Song decisions Cejudo after accidental eye poke
Song Yadong earned a technical decision victory after Henry Cejudo said he could not continue following an accidental eye poke in Saturday's UFC main event.ESPN - 1d -
Kate Hudson on why she wrote a song about her famous mom
The singer and actor dabbled in music for years before finally making an album. 'Glorious' features a song inspired by her mother, Goldie Hawn.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
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 - 4d -
Moyes doing a better job than me - Amorim
David Moyes is doing "a better job than me" says Ruben Amorim, with Manchester United travelling to Goodison Park on Saturday below Everton in the Premier League table.BBC News - 3d -
Townsend scores 24 as Yale beats Cornell 92-88
Led by Nick Townsend's 24 points, the Yale Bulldogs defeated the Cornell Big Red 92-88ABC News - 2d -
UFC Fight Night odds, predictions, time, card this week: Cejudo vs. Song picks, bets by proven MMA expert
SportsLine's Daniel Vithlani reveals his picks for the UFC Fight Night: Henry Cejudo vs. Song Yadong fight card from Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle on SaturdayCBS Sports - 2d -
UFC Fight Night prediction -- Henry Cejudo vs. Song Yadong: Fight card, start time, odds, live stream
Saturday's main event is make or break for both headlinersCBS Sports - 1d -
UFC Fight Night results, highlights: Song Yadong beats Henry Cejudo after eye poke forces technical decision
Cejudo doomed himself by committing to see Round 3 throughCBS Sports - 1d -
Work Has Given Me Tech Neck. This Device Is Helping Undo the Damage
Hours of screen time lead to stiffness, pain, and brain fog. I tested the Chirp Wheel to see if it could help—and the results were surprising.Wired - 4d -
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 - 3d -
Cry me a banner: Vini hits back at City fans
Vinícius Júnior had the last laugh in his fued with Man City fans with a pointed post on X after Real Madrid knocked City out of the Champions League.ESPN - 3d -
'Nightmare visit to beauty spot made me infamous on Tiktok'
Chelsea Coltart - whose car got damaged and was fined in the Peak District - wants to warn others.BBC News - 1d -
Nothing has made me laugh as much as Man City's form - McCausland
Comedian and Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris McCausland shares his love for Liverpool before their Premier League match with Manchester City.BBC News - 1d -
‘Photography is therapy for me’: Martin Parr on humour, holidaying and life behind the lens
He has a prolific career and extensive portfolio, with his images of British life especially iconic. At 72, he tells Miranda Sawyer, he’s still thinking about what to shoot next. About 20 years ...The Guardian - 1d