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Theatre director Claire van Kampen, wife of Sir Mark Rylance, dies aged 71
The wife of actor Sir Mark Rylance died after being diagnosed with cancer, a family statement confirms.BBC News - 11h -
David Lynch, Director of 'Blue Velvet' and 'Twin Peaks,' Dies at 78
The American filmmaker drawn to the dark and surreal created movies and TV shows that became cult classics.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
A treasure house of composer Arnold Schoenberg's music destroyed in Palisades fire
Ninety years after composer Arnold Schoenberg fled the Nazis and moved to Los Angeles, the publishing company established by his heirs was destroyed in the Palisades fire.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Claire van Kampen, theatre director and composer, dies aged 71
Wife of actor Mark Rylance worked in various roles at Shakespeare’s Globe and had been diagnosed with cancer. The director and composer Claire van Kampen, the wife of the actor Mark Rylance, has ...The Guardian - 11h -
"Twin Peaks" creator and director David Lynch dies at 78
David Lynch, the director who brought us a string of surreal, offbeat films and the beloved "Twin Peaks" TV series, has died. Nikki Battiste reports.CBS News - 2d -
Famed director David Lynch dies at 78
David Lynch, one of the most influential directors of our time who gained fame for such films as "Mulholland Drive" and "Eraserhead" and the television series "Twin Peaks," has died at age 78. NBC ...NBC News - 2d -
David Lynch, director of "Twin Peaks" and "Blue Velvet," dies at 78
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.CBS News - 2d -
Twin Peaks film director David Lynch dies at 78
The Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker is also famous for the surrealist cult classic, Mulholland Drive.BBC News - 2d -
David Lynch, Twin Peaks and Mulholland Drive director, dies aged 78
Film-maker who specialised in surreal, noir style mysteries made a string of influential, critically acclaimed works including Wild at Heart and Eraserhead. David Lynch: the great American ...The Guardian - 2d -
NIH director to step down ahead of Trump inauguration
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Monica Bertagnolli will resign on Jan. 17, she told staff this week, ending her tenure as the head of the $48 billion biomedical research agency after ...The Hill - 3d -
Monterey Bay Aquarium Director Julie Packard to Retire
Julie Packard discusses highlights of her four decades with the Monterey Bay Aquarium, which she has led since it opened. She’s now stepping back from the role.The New York Times - 3d -
Watch Live: John Ratcliffe's confirmation hearing for CIA director
The former Texas congressman previously led the nation's spy agencies as director of national intelligence in the last months of the first Trump administration.CBS News - 3d -
Breaking down outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray's "60 Minutes" interview
FBI Director Christopher Wray spoke with "60 Minutes" in an interview that aired Sunday night about his planned resignation before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. CBS News Justice ...CBS News - 5d -
1/12/2025: The Fires; The FBI Director; The Gaza Policy
First, families and firefighters are in shock as California wildfires continue. Then, Christopher Wray: The 60 Minutes Interview. And, U.S. policy on Gaza sparks warnings, dissent.CBS News - 5d -
Ripples of Los Angeles fires continue as Meghan delays Netflix series launch, composer's works lost
Weaker winds and intense firefighting efforts over the weekend boosted containment of fires burning in and around Los Angeles, but the effects of the blazes on the entertainment world continueABC News - 5d -
Apple’s Board of Directors Encourages DEI Program Retention
As companies slash DEI policies, Apple’s board wants investors to weigh an alternative.Inc. - 6d -
FBI Director Christopher Wray on inauguration security
Director Wray discussed security ahead of President-elect Trump's inauguration on January 20th with 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley.CBS News - 6d -
FBI Director Christopher Wray: The 60 Minutes Interview
FBI Director Christopher Wray, who's stepping down before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, sits down with Scott Pelley to discuss the Bureau's future, and the threats America faces.CBS News - 6d -
FBI Director Christopher Wray on the threats America faces
FBI Director Christopher Wray, who's stepping down before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, sits down with Scott Pelley to discuss the Bureau's future and the threats America faces.CBS News - 6d -
FBI Director Christopher Wray on why he's resigning
FBI Director Christopher Wray reflects on his decision to leave the FBI, the Bureau's future and the threats facing America.CBS News - 6d -
The FBI Director | Sunday on 60 Minutes
As FBI director Christopher Wray prepares to step down before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, Scott Pelley speaks with him for his only broadcast exit interview. 60 Minutes, Sunday.CBS News - 6d -
Israel sends Mossad intelligence agency director to Gaza ceasefire talks
Just one brief ceasefire has been achieved in 15 months of war, and that was in the earliest weeks of fighting.CBS News - Jan. 11 -
Directors’ Deals: CRH director buys the dip
Group’s share price is up 70 per cent since its switch to a New York listingFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
Otto Schenk, director known for traditional opera productions, dies at 94
Otto Schenk, an actor who became a noted director praised for traditional opera productions and criticized by advocates of contemporary approaches, died ThursdayABC News - Jan. 9 -
Outgoing ICE director: Biden should have tightened border security sooner
The outgoing head of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE) said in an interview Wednesday that President Biden should have tightened border security sooner. “Do you think that Biden ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
FEMA director discusses federal response to massive Palisades Fire
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the federal government's response to the Palisades Fire, which has burned over 17,000 acres in Los Angeles County and left ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Battleground director says Biden being on ticket wouldn't have changed outcome
Biden and Harris campaign battleground director Dan Kanninen said Wednesday that President Biden being on the presidential ticket wouldn’t have changed the outcome of the 2024 election. “I think ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
For 'The Brutalist,' composer Daniel Blumberg found epic sound with a ragtag 'orchestra'
The composer assembled a dream team of musicians and traveled throughout Europe to record them.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
The Flash Director's Shadow Of The Colossus Movie Isn't Totally Dead Just Yet
A Shadow of the Colossus movie has been in the works for more than a decade already, and despite nothing materializing yet, the project's director has issued a hopeful statement about it. In a ...GameSpot - Jan. 8 -
Ohio's COVID-era health director becomes first Dem to file for governor
Former Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton announced Tuesday that she’s running for governor, becoming the first Democrat to enter the race to replace term-limited Gov. Mike DeWine (R). ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Tomas Rosicky leads contenders for Arsenal sporting director role
Return would likely be put on hold until end of season Former midfielder is Sparta Prague sporting director Tomas Rosicky is a leading contender to become Arsenal’s sporting director, although ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
UFC boss Dana White joining Meta's board of directors
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) CEO and President Dana White will join Meta’s board of directors, the social media company announced Monday. White is part of a trio of new additions to the ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Mel Shapiro, Director Whose Specialty Was John Guare, Dies at 89
He directed the playwright’s “The House of Blue Leaves,” and they helped turn “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” into a hit musical.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
Jeff Baena, Film Director and Husband of Aubrey Plaza, Dies at 47
Mr. Baena, who was married to the actress Aubrey Plaza, co-wrote the existential comedy “I Heart Huckabees,” and wrote and directed films including “Life After Beth” and “The Little Hours.”The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
Modern classical music can be a big ‘turn-off’, admits composer Mark-Anthony Turnage
Celebrated British musician reveals close encounters with unhappy concert-goers on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs. The celebrated and controversial British composer Mark-Anthony Turnage says ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
Jeff Baena, writer-director married to Aubrey Plaza, dead at 47
Jeff Baena, an independent filmmaker best known for directing “Life After Beth” and co-writing “I Heart Huckabees,” died Friday, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner.NBC News - Jan. 5 -
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum director on his life, impact
Meredith Evans, director of the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, told Nikole Killion about a letter she wrote to President Jimmy Carter when she was just 4 years old. She also ...CBS News - Jan. 4 -
Tom Johnson, Minimalist Composer and Village Voice Critic, Dies at 85
He charted the rise of musical minimalism on New York’s downtown scene in the 1970s. He later gained notice for abstract works of his own.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
‘It Ends With Us’ Actor and Director and His Publicists Sue The Times for Libel
Justin Baldoni claims that The Times defamed him and his team in an article about the actress Blake Lively’s allegations that she had been the victim of a smear campaign.The New York Times - Jan. 1