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Michael Hurley, hero of the US folk underground, dies aged 83
Singer-songwriter made more than 30 albums away from the mainstream, inspiring numerous artists in American alternative music. Michael Hurley, the American singer-songwriter whose unique path ...The Guardian - 1d -
Michael Hurley, singer-songwriter and 'Godfather of freak folk,' dies at 83
Hurley, a favorite of Cat Power and Lucinda Williams, was 'the purveyor of an eccentric genius and compassionate wit.'Los Angeles Times - 1d -
5 Star Bar, DTLA's haven for underground music, reopens under new ownership
Since opening at the beginning of March, the bar has hosted shows in a wide range of genres and carries the torch for Los Angeles underground music.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
A Miracle Underground: Sean Duffy Rides the Subway. (He Survived.)
Mr. Duffy, the U.S. transportation secretary who has characterized the New York City subway as dirty and dangerous, rode a train with Mayor Eric Adams on Friday.The New York Times - 1d -
Nigerian boxer dies after collapsing mid-bout
Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju has died after collapsing during a light heavyweight bout in Ghana on Saturday.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Malian singer Amadou Bagayoko dies at age 70
Renowned guitarist and singer Amadou Bagayoko of Mali’s music duo Amadou & Mariam has died at the age of 70ABC News - 11h -
'The Ballad of Wallis Island' is a crowd-pleasing folk-music comedy worth crowing about
British comedian Tim Key plays a millionaire fanboy who commands his favorite band to put on a private show, even though its singers Tom Basdan and Carey Mulligan have splitLos Angeles Times - Mar. 27 -
A 270-Year-Old Scottish Folk Fiddle Makes Its Carnegie Hall Debut
The ornately decorated fiddle belonged to the dance master who taught Robert Burns. At Carnegie, it will cap “Scotland’s Hoolie in New York.”The New York Times - 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 - 2d -
Filiz Akin, a celebrated Turkish screen actress, dies at 82
Turkey's Health Ministry says Filiz Akin, a screen actress and iconic figure of Turkish cinema of the 1960s and 1970s, has diedABC News - Mar. 22 -
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 -
Bruce Glover, 'Chinatown' actor and James Bond villain, dies at 92
Bruce Glover, known his roles in drama 'Chinatown' and James Bond film 'Diamonds Are Forever,' dies at 92.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
A Beloved Basketball Coach Died at 41. This Is How His Memories Live On.
Amir Abdur-Rahim was one of college basketball’s rocketing coaching stars when he died of complications from a medical procedure.The New York Times - 3d -
Chinese Woman Detained in Arizona Border Station Dies by Suicide
A woman detained by U.S. border officers for overstaying a visitor visa died by suicide while in custody, according to a Democratic congresswoman.The New York Times - 1d -
Bull rider dies after injury in Texas rodeo event
24-year-old Dylan Grant died after sustaining injuries after being bucked off a bull in the arena.BBC News - 10h -
Dublin Acts to Protect Molly Malone Statue
The city said it would provide stewards for its statue of the folk song figure — and repair its bust, which has been damaged by excessive touching.The New York Times - 1d -
Ex-Yankees' Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son died from carbon monoxide poisoning, say Costa Rican officials
Miller Gardner died in his sleep on a family vacation last monthCBS Sports - 2d -
Richard Chamberlain, hero of Dr Kildare and ‘king of the miniseries’, dies aged 90
The actor died on Saturday night in Waimānalo, Hawaii of complications after a stroke, his publicist says. Richard Chamberlain – full obituary . Richard Chamberlain, the hero of the 1960s ...The Guardian - 6d -
Richard Chamberlain, star of "Shogun" and "The Thorn Birds," dies at 90
Actor Richard Chamberlain died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.CBS News - 5d -
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 - 5d -
Miller Gardner may have died of carbon monoxide poisoning, official says
Miller Gardner, the youngest son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, died March 21 at the age of 14 while on vacation with his family.CBS News - 4d -
9-year-old dies after going under anesthesia for dental procedure at San Diego office
A 9-year-old girl died hours after going under anesthesia for a dental procedure at a San Diego office where a dentist was previously investigated after a patient nearly died.NBC News - 5d -
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 - 3d -
Former Washington archbishop Theodore McCarrick, defrocked over abuse allegations, dies aged 94
Most senior American prelate in Catholic church to face accusations of sexual abuse died in state of Missouri. The first cardinal to be defrocked by the Pope over allegations of sexual abuse has ...The Guardian - 17h -
A Myanmar Muslim organization says more than 700 worshipers died when earthquake collapsed mosques during Friday prayers
A Myanmar Muslim organization says more than 700 worshipers died when earthquake collapsed mosques during Friday prayersABC News - 5d -
Former African boxing champ Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju, 40, dies after collapsing mid-fight
Former African boxing champion Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju died after collapsing during a fight on Friday.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Former NFL LB Dean Wells dies at 54 after a two-year cancer battle
Former Panthers linebacker Dean Wells died Thursday morning, following a two-year battle with cancer, the team announced Friday.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Ray Seals, who became an NFL starter without going to college, dies at 59
Ray Seals, who became notable for making it to the NFL without ever going to college, has died at the age of 59.Yahoo Sports - 13h -
Parents of Football Player Who Died After Alleged 'Punishment' Exercises Sues Bucknell University: ‘100% Preventable’
“He died a horrible, painful death that was 100% preventable,” the family’s attorney, Mike Caspino, said of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.Yahoo Sports - 4h -
‘Remarkable’ Bletchley Park code breaker Betty Webb dies aged 101
Veteran lauded for helping preserve history and legacy as well as vital role played during second world war. The Bletchley Park code breaker Charlotte “Betty” Webb has died at the age of 101, the ...The Guardian - 4d -
Di Vaio: ‘Historic Bologna, but we respect Empoli’ in Coppa Italia
Bologna director Marco Di Vaio assures they ‘respect Empoli a great deal’ in tonight’s Coppa Italia semi-final, but want to focus on both this tournament and Serie A.It kicks off at the Stadio C...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
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 - 4d -
Ex-Roma man Luigi Di Biagio: “Conte would be perfect.”
Former Roma player Luigi Di Biagio weighed in on Roma’s search for their next head coach a few days before the match against Juventus.“I always thought that Roma was superior to Bologna, Fiorentin...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Val Kilmer, of 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever' fame, dies at 65
Val Kilmer, the movie star known for roles in blockbusters like “Top Gun” and “Batman Forever,” died Tuesday night at age 65, his daughter told The Associated Press.NBC News - 3d -
Disgraced former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick has died at age 94
WASHINGTON — Theodore McCarrick, a once-powerful Catholic cardinal who was defrocked by Pope Francis in 2019 after a Vatican investigation determined he sexually molested adults and children, died ...NBC News - 1d -
Hailey Okula, nurse influencer, dies from childbirth complications
Hailey Okula, a 33-year-old known online as "Nurse Hailey," died after giving birth to her first child, a son named Crew. She had dealt with infertility for almost two years.CBS News - 4h -
‘I’d been singing the wrong word for 30 years’: Deacon Blue on how they made Dignity
‘It’s become a sort of folk song. It’s played at weddings and funerals. Dundee United play it when we win. I’ve met people who’ve told me, “I was a worker for the council for 20 years” – just like ...The Guardian - 5d -
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 -
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 - 6d
