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'Larger than life' Mutombo, 58, dies of brain cancer
Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, the "larger than life" center who played 18 NBA seasons, has died of brain cancer at the age of 58, the league announced Monday.24 minutes ago -
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From the archives: Kris Kristofferson
Singer, songwriter and actor Kris Kristofferson died on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at age 88. In this "Sunday Morning" interview originally broadcast on February 5, 2006, Kristofferson talked ...1 hour ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Book Review: 'John Lewis: A Life' further humanizes a civil rights giant
David Greenberg writes about the life of the late Civil Rights icon and Georgia congressman John Lewis in “John Lewis: A Life.”2 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson Stood by Sinead O’Connor as the Boos Rained Down
At a moment when the Irish singer had few people defending her, the country music veteran showed strong support. It created a bond that remained throughout their lives.2 hours ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Kris Kristofferson was 'a walking contradiction,' a renegade and pilgrim surrounded by friends
Kris Kristofferson led a remarkable life that might sound implausible if it appeared in fiction3 hours ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Calvin Johnson Is Back in Detroit, Where He Remains Larger Than Life
The Lions players who weren’t teammates with Johnson still understand what he means to local fans.5 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson: A Life in Pictures
After years as a struggling songwriter, he found his voice with a direct, evocative style that launched his decades-long career as a musician, actor and activist.6 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson’s Stories Were Wonderfully Larger Than Life
The singer, songwriter and actor, who died on Saturday at 88, found his way into situations and tales that underscored his role as a conscience for country music.6 hours ago -
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Voters blame 'extreme' rhetoric for contributing to attempt on Trump's life
A majority of voters blame "extreme political rhetoric" from some politicians and media figures for contributing to the assassination attempt targeting Trump.7 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Kris Kristofferson, Country Music Icon and Hollywood Star, Dies at 88
The Grammy Award-winning country music star was known as a master of country songwriting.7 hours ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
'Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down' and 9 other essential Kris Kristofferson songs
The influential country music singer and songwriter died Saturday at 88. Here are 10 of his essential songs.8 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, Country Singer, Songwriter and Actor, Dies at 88
He wrote songs for hundreds of other artists, including “Me and Bobby McGee” for Janis Joplin and “Sunday Morning Coming Down” for Johnny Cash, before a second act in film.8 hours ago -
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World - The Guardian
Kris Kristofferson: the soldier turned star made a tough life into tender poetry
No other musician could have landed a helicopter in Johnny Cash’s yard to deliver a new tune, or renounced a debut in praise of the Vietnam war with decades of activist songs. Kris Kristofferson, ...9 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Kris Kristofferson obituary
Songwriter, singer and actor known for such classic hits as For the Good Times and Me and Bobby McGee . ‘Songwriter” might be the first term that springs to mind to describe Kris Kristofferson, who ...10 hours ago -
World - ABC News
A man gets life in prison in Russia for a car bomb that wounded a writer
A Russian court has sentenced a man convicted over a car bombing that seriously wounded nationalist writer Zakhar Prilepin to life in prison11 hours ago - Russia -
Politics - The Hill
Mark Robinson, the real-life Clayton Bigsby, makes a mockery of Black conservatives
North Carolina Lieutenant Governor and Republican nominee for governor Mark Robinson has been accused of making racist comments and endorsing far-right ideas, leading to criticism from prominent ...12 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson: 12 Essential Songs
The country singer and songwriter, who died on Saturday at 88, tucked enduring aphorisms into tales about facing up to loss.13 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson: Five (or maybe 10) of his best songs
A look back at some of the biggest and best songs by Kris Kristofferson, who has died aged 88.13 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88
Kris Kristofferson, a songwriter who became a country star and A-list actor, died at his home on Maui surrounded by family on Saturday, a spokesperson said in an statement.13 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, country icon and ‘A Star is Born’ actor, dies at 88
Singer, songwriter and renowned actor Kris Kristofferson has died at 88. Some of the biggest names in music from Elvis Presley to the Grateful Dead recorded his songs and he even wrote the number ...13 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, country music legend and 'Blade' star, dies at 88
The Grammy-winning singer is also remembered for his role in "A Star is Born."13 hours ago -
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'Special' singer and actor Kris Kristofferson dies
Friends and co-stars including Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton pay tribute to Kris Kristofferson.19 hours ago -
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Kris Kristofferson, country music star and 'A Star is Born' actor, dies at 88
Kris Kristofferson, the actor, musician and long-haired activist who embodied the countercultural spirit of postwar America, died at his home in Maui, Hawaii, on Saturday, a representative confirmed.22 hours ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88
Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar who became a superstar songwriter, singer and actor, has diedYesterday -
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Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor who brought gritty realism to country music, has died at 88
Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor who brought gritty realism to country music, has died at 88Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Kris Kristofferson, US country singer and actor, dies aged 88
Prolific artist who was a major star in both Nashville and Hollywood retired in 2021 after a six-decade career. Kris Kristofferson – a life in pictures Kris Kristofferson, the country singer ...Yesterday -
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Young Lebanese girl left fighting for life after Israeli strikes
Noor Mossawi, aged six, is one of a number of people in critical condition in a hospital in eastern Lebanon.Yesterday - Israel -
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Testing Eric Adams’s Upgrade Life: Lie-Flat Seats and Chilled Champagne
The New York mayor is accused of accepting free luxury travel in exchange for political favors. How large was he living? A writer puts the experience to the test.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
7 Basic Facts of Business Life for Focus in Growing Your Own
Running a successful business takes more than good technology and a large market need.Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NFL Week 4 scores: Falcons beat Saints on massive FG, Vikings stay undefeated vs. Packers
Week 4 of the NFL season is underway and the NFC North is the host of the marquee matchup of the early slate on Sunday.Yesterday - NFL -
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Malcolm Gladwell's life has changed; he has not
The bestselling author's latest, "Revenge of the Tipping Point," builds on a familiar idea from his books: You may think you know how the world works, but you're wrong!Yesterday -
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Ina Garten on her memoir, and a life of reinvention
She was working an economic policy job at the White House when, at age 30, she bought a small specialty food store called the Barefoot Contessa. It started her on a career as an entrepreneur, ...Yesterday