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Former Yankees Catcher, 2-Time All-Star, Dies After Historic Career
The New York Yankees received word that a standout defensive catcher who made his rookie debut with the franchise has died.
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Former Dodgers Infielder, 3-Time MLB All-Star And Champion, Dies After Cancer Battle
The Los Angeles Dodgers were among the teams to trade for a 16-year MLB veteran who enjoyed notable personal and team success.
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I went from making $52,000 a year to co-founding 'Call Her Daddy.' Then I lost everything overnight.
Sofia Franklyn says leaving "Call Her Daddy" cost her income, confidence, and identity before she rebuilt her career with her own podcast.
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Trump skipping wedding of son Donald Jr. to Bettina Anderson
Donald Trump Jr. was previously married to Vanessa Trump, with whom he has five children. She disclosed she had breast cancer this week.
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Multiple artists drop out of US Freedom 250 concert
Artists including Young MC, Poison frontman Bret Michaels and country singer Martina McBride have raised concerns the event will be political.
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Five Italians die during cave dive in Maldives
Italy says the incident happened at a depth of 50m. Maldivian rescuers have so far found one body.
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Daveigh Chase, ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Voice Actor, Died of AIDS, Officials Say
Ms. Chase was the voice of Lilo and also played the child villain in the horror film “The Ring.” She died in Los Angeles this month.
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New York Prepares for an Event at M.S.G. Clues Point to You Know Who.
The New York Times has confirmed that Taylor Swift has rented the sports arena for the July 4 weekend, suggesting plans for a days-long celebration.
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Phillies’ Former Backstop, AL World Series Champion And Mets Coach, Dies
The Philadelphia Phillies received news that a former World Series champion catcher who later joined the New York Mets suffered a heart attack.
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King's nephew Peter Phillips marries NHS nurse
Peter Phillips married NHS nurse Harriet Sperling during a private ceremony on Saturday.
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Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies after more than three years in coma, palace officials say
Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the king's eldest daughter, had been in a coma since December 2022.
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Jill Smokler, Who Blogged as Scary Mommy, Dies at 48
A mother of three, she turned a whim into an online powerhouse, sharing a warts-and-all look at parenting that attracted millions of readers.
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Alan Greenspan, Fed Chairman Through Prosperity and Crisis, Dies at 100
The pre-eminent economic policymaker of his time and a skilled political operator, he favored market-friendly stances that would later come to be associated with destructive financial forces.
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Harry and Meghan's trip felt like a royal tour - except many Aussies weren't interested
The Sussexes' four-day tour of Australia appears to have fallen flat with some.
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Cardinals’ Former Outfielder, 3-Time World Series Champion, Dies
The St. Louis Cardinals have received news that a former championship slugger, who enjoyed a historic managing career, has died.
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Buffy and Ted Lasso star Anthony Head dies at 72
The British actor, who also appeared in Merlin and Little Britain, died of complications from pneumonia.
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Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies aged 47 after years in a coma
Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol’s health had worsened since she was hospitalised in December 2022 with heart problems that left her gravely ill
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Musician Oliver Tree, 32, killed in helicopter crash in Brazil
Alternative singer and internet personality among six who died when two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro
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Inside Blake Shelton’s New American Dream
After leaving ‘The Voice’ and taking a break from recording, the country superstar has a new Las Vegas residency and a growing restaurant empire. But he would much rather be back home on the range.
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Palace handed Andrew's controversial envoy emails six years ago
Thousands of emails containing information about the former prince's financial dealings were given to the Royal Household in 2020.
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Hayden Panettiere on Being “Groomed” to Be a Child Star: “I Was Like a Little Soldier”
The actress, who will release 'This Is Me' on May 19, also opens up about her struggles on 'Nashville,' her desire to return to the 'Scream' franchise and who she chose to protect in her new memoir.
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If These Celebrities Are Democracy’s Last Hope, We’re in Trouble
When speaking up actually means risking something, for once, it is more necessary than ever.
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Trump deletes controversial Truth Social post where he appears Jesus-like
The post came just hours after the president posted a lengthy message critical of Pope Leo.
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Dianna Russini Was an N.F.L. ‘Insider.’ Was She Also Out of Bounds?
Ms. Russini’s closeness to a coach, Mike Vrabel of the New England Patriots, led to her breakup with The Athletic and its parent, The New York Times Company.
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Girl, two, dies after being left in car as extreme heat sweeps Spain
Authorities in Galicia declare two days of mourning after toddler dies during exceptionally high May temperatures
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Supreme Court Lets $5 Million Sex Abuse Verdict Against Trump Stand
President Trump had asked the justices to intervene after a jury found that he had sexually abused and defamed the writer E. Jean Carroll.
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'Boyfriend duties call,' Trudeau says after skipping Canada match to watch Perry
Cameras caught Perry running off stage to greet the former Canadian leader with a kiss.
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Married at First Sight Australia stars not told partners had drug and violence convictions
Stars of the hit TV show say they did not know their on-screen husbands had previous convictions.
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Former Yankees Catcher, All-Star Prospect, Dies: ‘I Knew I Was Setting History’
The New York Yankees received news that a former backstop who played a big role in a historic MLB moment has died.
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Eva Longoria says this quality is more important than an Ivy League education: 'Do you have the capacity to figure it out?'
Actor, director and entrepreneur Eva Longoria says this is a top quality she looks for when making a hire or partnering with new people.
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The Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35
Chase died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis in a Los Angeles hospital, her longtime manager told the BBC.
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Robby Hoffman Will Always Feel Poor, No Matter How Rich She Gets
The comedian and actor says class and the way she grew up inform everything about the way she lives now.
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Royals gather for Windsor Easter Sunday service
Andrew-Mountbatten Windsor and his family are absent from the traditional family event.
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Idris Elba: 'Don't try to make James Bond woke'
The British star also said some audiences would not accept a black male actor playing 007.
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The Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase died of Aids
Substance abuse was listed as another significant condition the former child star was experiencing.
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David Attenborough says he is 'overwhelmed' by 100th birthday messages
The legendary wildlife broadcaster thanks fans in a message the day before he reaches his centenary.
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Who is NHS nurse and newest royal Harriet Sperling?
Harriet Sperling and Peter Phillips wed with King Charles, Queen Camilla and other royals attending.
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Bill Maher and a Trump Impressionist Walk Into the Kennedy Center …
The late-night host leaned into his spat with President Trump while receiving a top comedy award at the institution that once bore the president’s name.
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Harry and Meghan celebrate Lilibet's fifth birthday
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share a picture of their daughter Lilibet, calling her "our dream girl".
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Tiger Woods called Trump after DUI crash, he told cop on bodycam video
President Trump called Tiger Woods a close friend after the golfer's auto crash in Jupiter, Fla., last week. Woods is dating the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr.
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Bernadette Chirac, formidable former first lady of France, dies aged 93
Widow of French ex-president Jacques Chirac was a steely behind-the-scenes operator known for her charity work
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Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce and the Slow-Burn Wedding Reveal
The playbook for celebrities’ wedding reveals has become a careful choreography — especially when you’re one of the biggest pop stars in the world.
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How my brother went from liberal Hollywood actor to manosphere 'messiah'
The sister of Mexican influencer El Temach tells the BBC she does not recognise him any more.
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My Father’s Death Was the Start of My Life
It was the worst thing that ever happened to me. It also taught me everything I needed to live.
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Pop star boyfriend posting from Coachella, celebrity statesman, global brand: Justin Trudeau’s offbeat political afterlife
While Canadian prime ministers have taken staid routes after leaving office, Trudeau has chosen a different path
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William and Catherine share new photo to mark 15th wedding anniversary
The photo shows William and Catherine lying in grass with their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
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BBC presenter Ashley Cain called women ‘slags’, ‘sluts’ and ‘bitches’
Exclusive: Cain has been lauded by corporation for his appeal to young men despite history of abusive and misogynistic remarks
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Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for four-day tour
It is the couple's first visit to Australia since 2018 when they were working royals.
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Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, a veteran of 7 NBA seasons, dies at 29
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, according to the NBA team and his agents.
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Stephen Colbert joined by Sir Paul McCartney for The Late Show finale
The host joined Sir Paul and the band to close out the show with a performance of the Beatles' Hello, Goodbye.
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