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Fierce protests as eight-year-old rape victim dies in Bangladesh

An angry mob set fire to the house where the rape is alleged to have taken place.

BBC News - 4d

Former US Sen. Alan Simpson of Wyoming dies at age 93

Relatives are remembering former U_S_ Sen_ Alan Simpson of Wyoming as “an uncommonly generous man” who was “gifted in crossing party lines.”

ABC News - 4d

Alan K. Simpson, a Folksy Republican Force in the Senate, Dies at 93

A plain-spoken lawmaker from Wyoming, he balanced his conservative views with moderate stands on abortion rights, gay marriage and immigration reform.

The New York Times - 3d

Herman Graf, Who Helped Sell ‘Tropic of Cancer,’ Dies at 91

A major figure in independent publishing, he promoted Henry Miller’s once-banned book and helped make “A Confederacy of Dunces” a best seller after the author’s death.

The New York Times - 3d

Carl Lundstrom, Who Financed the Pirate Bay, Dies in Plane Crash

Mr. Lundstrom was a supporter of far-right causes and, at one point, an unsuccessful candidate for office. He was convicted of aiding copyright infringement in 2009.

The New York Times - 3d

Herman Graf, Who Helped Sell ‘Tropic of Cancer,’ Dies at 91

A major figure in independent publishing, he promoted Henry Miller’s once-banned book and helped make “A Confederacy of Dunces” a best seller after the author’s death.

The New York Times - 3d

Carl Lundstrom, Who Financed the Pirate Bay, Dies in Plane Crash

Mr. Lundstrom was a supporter of far-right causes and, at one point, an unsuccessful candidate for office. He was convicted of aiding copyright infringement in 2009.

The New York Times - 3d

Melody Beattie, Author of a Self-Help Best Seller, Dies at 76

Her “Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself,” a guide to shedding toxic relationships, has sold more than seven million copies.

The New York Times - 3d

Selma Miriam, Founder of the Feminist Restaurant Bloodroot, Dies at 89

She and Noel Furie had just come out as lesbians when they opened an unusual gathering place for women in Connecticut. Nearly half a century later, it is still thriving.

The New York Times - 3d

A river ‘died' in Zambia after an acidic waste spill at a Chinese-owned mine

The spill happened on Feb. 18.

ABC News - 3d

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's dog likely died of starvation, dehydration

The report noted that the stomach of the dog that belonged to Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa was mostly empty except for small amounts of hair and bile.

CBS News - 2d

Junior Bridgeman, N.B.A. Player Turned Mogul, Dies at 71

He became an entrepreneur during a solid career with the Milwaukee Bucks. He later bought hundreds of fast-food outlets, a Coca-Cola bottling business and Ebony and Jet magazines.

The New York Times - 2d

Slick Watts, former Seattle SuperSonics legend, dies at age 73

The point guard, known for his off-kilter headbands, was a fan favorite in the community and a devoted proponent of Seattle basketball.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Roy L. Prosterman, 89, Dies; Worked to Secure Land for the Rural Poor

Seeing land rights as the key to lifting up the impoverished, he pushed authoritarian governments as well as emerging democratic ones to distribute farmland.

The New York Times - 2d

Former Sonics guard, Seattle fan favorite Slick Watts dies at 73

Watts played five years for the Sonics and remained in Seattle after his career

CBS Sports - 2d

Slick Watts, N.B.A. Fan Favorite and Headband Pioneer, Dies at 73

An undrafted, 6-foot-1 point guard with patchy hair, he made an enduring fashion statement and became seen as the ultimate Seattle SuperSonic.

The New York Times - 1d

I nearly died in car crash - Antonio's first interview

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, West Ham forward Michail Antonio reflects on his near-fatal car crash in December.

BBC News - 1d

Drag star The Vivienne died after taking ketamine, family says

The RuPaul's Drag Race winner's family wants to raise awareness and bring something positive from the "complete tragedy".

BBC News - 21h

Dr. Sheldon Greenfield, Who Exposed Gaps in Health Care, Dies at 86

The author of numerous studies, he urged patients to question their physicians and expressed concern about cancer treatment for older adults.

The New York Times - 20h

Thomas Moser, Woodworker Whose Chairs Were Works of Art, Dies at 90

Self-taught, he practiced “the lost art of making furniture well,” producing pieces for collectors, presidents and even the pope.

The New York Times - 17h

Émilie Dequenne, Belgian Actress Who Starred in ‘Rosetta,’ Dies at 43

She won the Cannes Film Festival’s best actress award for her debut performance in 1999. She was later diagnosed with a rare adrenal gland cancer.

The New York Times - 11h

Lee Shau-Kee, Hong Kong Real Estate Tycoon, Dies at 97

Sometimes called the Warren Buffett of Hong Kong, he made his billions by initially building apartments for middle-class descendants of mainland refugees.

The New York Times - 8h

A perfect measles’ storm: Vaccine skepticism and failed leadership broke public trust

The U.S. can restore confidence in its public health institutions and those who represent them if it responds decisively in situations like the Texas measles outbreak.

The Hill - Mar. 8

Law firm sues Trump administration after executive order targeting its attorneys

Perkins Coie has filed suit against the Trump administration over an executive order that targeted the firm for its work representing Clinton's 2016 campaign.

ABC News - 6d

Judges Are Pushing Back on Trump’s Actions. Here’s a Look at Key Rulings.

Taken as a whole, the rulings represent an effort to thwart President Trump’s serial attempts to increase his power and the executive branch’s dominion over the government.

The New York Times - 6d

China, Russia and Iran call for end to US sanctions and the restart of nuclear talks

Representatives of China, Russia and Iran called for an end to U.S. sanctions on Iran over its rapidly advancing nuclear program and a restart to multinational talks on the issue

ABC News - 4d

Russia, China seek end to U.S. sanctions on Iran, resumption of nuclear talks

Representatives of China, Russia and Iran called Friday for an end to U.S. sanctions on Iran over its rapidly advancing nuclear program and a restart to multinational talks on the issue.

CBS News - 4d

UFL players union files unfair labor practice charges

With the UFL's players not yet willing to strike, the union representing the spring league's players need to utilize other devices to put pressure on UFL management.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Arsenal now in contact with reps of attacker Mikel Arteta really likes – journalist

Arsenal are in contact with the representatives of Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams ahead of the summer transfer window, according to German journalist Christian Falk.However, the Gunners will ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

3/15: Saturday Morning

Severe storms slam Missouri; state of emergency declared; How "The Cake Mix Doctor" Anne Byrn plans to represent a region in her latest book

CBS News - 2d

Rockets, Jae’Sean Tate host hoops tournament for Houston Boys & Girls Club

Veteran forward Jae’Sean Tate was among several Rockets representatives who stepped up to host last week’s Best Shot tournament.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

The impact on US elections if Canada and Greenland were states

If Canada and Greenland were to become states, Democrats would likely gain a significant advantage in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, as Canadians strongly oppose the idea of ...

The Hill - 3h

Democrats slam GOP campaign committee labeling New York lawmaker an ‘illegal immigrant’

Rep. Adriano Espaillat touts himself as a “former undocumented immigrant turned progressive Congressman.”

Politico - Mar. 6

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole to miss 2025 season following elbow surgery

Elbow surgery will sideline Yankees ace Gerrit Cole in 2025, an injury that presents an enormous challenge for his team as it attempts to return to the World Series.

NBC News - Mar. 10