Composer John Williams

Mark Kermode on… composer John Williams, master of unforgettable blockbuster soundtracks

From his killer two-note Jaws riff to the sheer uplift of Star Wars, Williams captures a movie’s essence with tunes that stick. Now the Hollywood great is celebrated in a Disney+ documentary. Some ...

World - The Guardian - 6 hours ago

Music by John Williams review – the man behind the soundtracks, from Star Wars to Superman

Steven Spielberg, Yo-Yo Ma and Chris Martin contribute to this fascinating if fleeting glimpse into a remarkable career that also encompasses Jaws, Indiana Jones and Harry Potter. Seventeen ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Finnish conductor and composer Segerstam will be honored with a tribute event after his funeral

The family of the prolific Finnish conductor and composer Leif Segerstam says he will be remembered in a tribute event at the Finnish National Opera following his funeral next month

World - ABC News - October 21

Finnish conductor and composer Segerstam will be honored with a tribute event after his funeral

The family of the prolific Finnish conductor and composer Leif Segerstam says he will be remembered in a tribute event at the Finnish National Opera following his funeral next month

Entertainment - ABC News - October 21

'John Malkovich isn't me': John Malkovich remembers 'Being John Malkovich'

The title star of 'Being John Malkovich' looks back on the 'iffy call' to make the movie that would introduce audiences to future Oscar winners Spike Jonze and Charlie Kaufman.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 4 days ago

A Lesson From John Lennon

The ecstasy and agony of an original Beatles fan.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 26

Longtime Final Fantasy Composer Says He's Done Making Video Game Music

Ahead of the release of Fantasian: Neo Dimension on PC and consoles in December, legendary video game composer Nobuo Uematsu has announced that the game will feature his final video game ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 15

Trump responds to 'lowlife' John Kelly

Former President Trump slammed his former White House chief of staff, Retired Gen. John Kelly, as a “lowlife” and a “total degenerate” in response to Kelly’s recent comments about Trump’s alleged ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

10/14: The Daily Report with John Dickerson

Lindsey Reiser reports on presidential campaigns targeting battleground states with just about three weeks left until Election Day, threats against FEMA amid hurricane relief efforts, and ...

John Dickerson says goodbye to "The Daily Report"

"The Daily Report" anchor John Dickerson bid farewell to the show Tuesday evening. He said its goal was to deliver news that treated viewers' attention like the precious thing that it is. CBS News' ...

10/15: The Daily Report with John Dickerson

John Dickerson reports on the presidential campaigns' differing strategies just three weeks out from Election Day, a new ultimatum from the U.S. regarding military aid to Israel, and what's behind ...

Elton John returns to stage at Dua Lipa show

It was Sir Elton's first stage appearance since ending his farewell tour and since his eye problems.

Book excerpt: "Framed" by John Grisham and Jim McCloskey

The bestselling novelist returns with a work of non-fiction, co-written by the founder of an organization advocating for the wrongfully-convicted, that details the painful stories of people ...

As Election Nears, Kelly Warns Trump Would Rule Like a Dictator

John Kelly, the Trump White House’s longest-serving chief of staff, said that he believed that Donald Trump met the definition of a fascist.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

RIP John ‘Mac’ McQuown, the OG quant

The father of passive investing has passed away

Business - Financial Times - October 23

John Kelly comes out swinging against Trump, says he fits 'fascist' definition

John Kelly, a former chief of staff to former President Donald Trump, hammered his former boss in a stunningly public fashion Tuesday just two weeks before Election Day.

Could John Kelly's Trump warning sway voters?

Between campaign events, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are reacting to recent comments from Trump's longest-serving chief of staff, John Kelly. In an interview with ...

The Original John Wick Was Saved By A Surprising Producer

Today, October 24, marks the 10th anniversary of John Wick , the film that revitalized Keanu Reeves' career and arguably ranks among the greatest action movies of all time. But few knew how close ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 24

John Legend steps into the campaign for critical Pennsylvania

Singer John Legend made a homecoming trip to Pennsylvania on Sunday, campaigning alongside Democratic Sen. Bob Casey in a late-stage campaign push.

Politics - NBC News - 4 days ago

Daniels status uncertain for Williams showdown

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels did not practice Wednesday, but the rookie's status for Sunday's game against the Bears remains uncertain.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

The economics of research and development. With Heidi Williams

What is the relationship between innovation spending and productivity?

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Williams stars as Bears maul Jaguars in London

Chicago’s rookie quarterback Caleb Williams puts on a show in London as he leads the Bears to a 35-16 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Aaron Rodgers was wrong to criticize Mike Williams

A staggering array of rude statements can be justified with comments like "I was just answering a question" or "I was just being honest" or "I was just trying to help" or whatever the person who ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 15

Boxer Williams retires after 'several concussions'

World title challenger Liam Williams, one of Wales’ best boxers of the past two decades says he has retired from the sport after receiving "several concussions".

William addresses his privilege in helping homeless

Prince William says he wants to make use of his public platform to campaign against homelessness.

Jessica Williams is ready for the unexpected, even on the 405 Freeway

The actor reflects on living in L.A., her love of ceramics and her starring role in Apple TV+'s "Shrinking," now in its second season — while battling traffic.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 16

Williams 'not out of woods', says team boss Vowles

Williams team principal James Vowles speaks to BBC Sport about their upturn in form, Franco Colapinto and why McLaren are an "inspiration".

Brian Williams to host election night special on Amazon

Brian Williams is making a return to the news business. Amazon announced Thursday that former NBC News anchor and MSNBC host will preside over election night coverage it is planning on its ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Monty Williams to coach sons at Texas prep school

Former NBA Coach of the Year Monty Williams will take his skill set to the high school level as coach of TMI Episcopal prep school in San Antonio, where he will coach his sons, Elijah and Micah, ...

Sports - ESPN - October 20

Raphinha: Williams Barça shirts were disrespectful

Barcelona forward Raphinha has said he was hurt by some of the speculation surrounding the club's interest in signing Nico Williams in the summer, labelling it disrespectful and in bad taste.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Williams, facing ban, practicing; has Lions' 'trust'

Lions receiver Jameson Williams continues to practice and be around the team as he awaits an official ruling on a possible two-game suspension from the NFL.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Lions WR Williams: PED ban 'complete surprise'

The NFL suspended Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams for two games for violating its PED policy.

Sports - ESPN - October 24

Report: Warrant request made for Lions' Williams

The Wayne County Prosecutor's office is reviewing a warrant request for the arrest of Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams on a concealed weapon charge, WXYZ-TV in Detroit reported.

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

GB Olympian Williams retires from athletics

Jodie Williams, part of Team GB's bronze medal-winning women's 4x400m relay team at Paris 2024, announces her retirement from athletics.

Dan Campbell: Jameson Williams is worth hanging with

Lions head coach Dan Campbell said last week that the team would support wide receiver Jameson Williams in the wake of his two-game suspension for a performance-enhancing drug violation and he ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago

Prince William champions homelessness reform in new documentary

Imtiaz Tyab reports on Prince William's "Homewards" program, which aims to end homelessness in Britain. Inspired by Princess Diana, the initiative is underway in six cities and showcases William's ...

Hong Kong to Ease Mortgage Rules, Cuts Liquor Tax in Growth Push

World - Yahoo News - October 16

Barack Obama contrasts John McCain with Trump at Arizona rally

TUCSON, Ariz. — Former President Barack Obama on Friday contrasted former President Donald Trump’s character with that of the late Sen.

Politics - NBC News - October 19

John Grisham on the wrongfully convicted: "It's not that difficult to convict an innocent person"

The bestselling author of legal thrillers has co-written a work of non-fiction: "Framed," a collection of stories about people wrongfully convicted of crimes, and the fight to exonerate them.

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