NEW YORK — Byron Janis, a renowned American concert pianist and composer who broke barriers as a Cold War era culture ambassador and later overcame severe arthritis that nearly robbed him of his playing abilities, has died. He was 95. Janis passed away Thursday evening at a hospital in New York City, according to his […]
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Cockney Rebel singer Steve Harley, who had a hit with ‘Make Me Smile,’ dies at 73
LONDON — Steve Harley, a British musician whose glam-rock band Cockney Rebel had an enduring hit with the song “Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me),” has died. He was 73. Harley’s family said Sunday that he had “passed away peacefully at home, with his family by his side.” Harley said late last year […]
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What is the breast cancer risk calculator recommended by Olivia Munn?
Munn said her score prompted further tests and the discovery of an aggressive form of the disease.
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Man faces charges in two states after alleged killings of family members in Pennsylvania
Andre Gordon Jr., 26, is charged in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, with three counts of first- and second-degree murder, aggravated assault, robbery and other charges, according to court documents.
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Largest wildfire in Texas history 100% contained after burning more than 1 million acres
The blaze, sparked Feb. 26 in Hutchinson County near Stinnett, quickly grew to become the largest wildfire in state history and among the largest in U.S. history.
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Netanyahu snaps back against criticism after being accused of losing his way on Gaza
In recent days, top officials from the U.S., Israel’s staunchest ally which has provided key military and diplomatic support, have publicly voiced their frustration with Netanyahu and his government.
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Vice President Harris, rapper Fat Joe team up for discussion on easing marijuana penalties
A full seven in 10 U.S. adults favor legalizing marijuana, according to Gallup polling. Support for legalization is closer to eight in 10 among 18- to 34-year-olds.
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Shooting in Washington leaves 2 dead, 5 injured. Police are looking for a single gunman
The District of Columbia is struggling with a sharp increase in violent crime, which went up 39% in 2023.
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Ukraine launches far-ranging drone attacks on the final day of Russia’s presidential vote
Ukraine has launched a massive new wave of drone attacks as Russians cast ballots on the final day of a presidential vote set to extend President Vladimir Putin’s rule for another six years
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Small batches of aid airdropped on a destroyed Gaza
Two Associated Press journalists aboard an American aid flight to Gaza observed the wreckage to the strip’s north as the plane delivered much-needed food aid to Palestinians below.