American singer and actor, cultural icon of the 20th century
Dolly Parton has died at age 80. The Tennessee-born superstar rose from poverty to become a global icon in music, film and philanthropy. Her career spanned seven decades, marked by hit songs, blockbuster roles, and a lasting legacy in literacy and charity.
Reef Capital Partners has secured $431 million in financing for the Coco Palms project in Kaua‘i, aiming for a 2028 opening as A Kimpton Resort. Lenders include X-Caliber and CastleGreen Finance under the C-PACE program. Despite funding, public confidence remains cautious given decades of delays and legal obstacles.
Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler has died at the age of 75 in a hospital in Portugal after an illness. Her career peaked with Total Eclipse of the Heart, produced with Jim Steinman, and she represented the UK at Eurovision in 2013. She had a decades-long career and was awarded an MBE in 2023.
The 1975 frontman Matty Healy has married model Gabriette Bechtel in Los Angeles in a private ceremony attended by family and friends. The couple announced engagement in 2024 and have since shared glimpses from celebrations in New York and Las Vegas. Public sources note attendance by notable figures and coverage of the event across media.
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society has moved its operations into a permanent space on Infirmary Street, transforming Fringe Central into a year‑round hub for artists, welfare support, rehearsal spaces and industry services. The project, funded by the UK Government and partners, is designed to support a thriving, inclusive fringe ecosystem alongside the city’s galleries and venues.
A wave of new football kit designs is hitting top Scottish and European clubs as the 2026-27 season approaches. BBC Business collects notable releases from AC Milan to Celtic and Wales, with reactions ranging from praise for heritage-inspired designs to criticism of bold, modern looks.
Independent reports that Trump has shared AI-generated images, including one with Washington and Lincoln signing a map, and others depicting him in various guises. The posts come as he uses Truth Social to fuel talk of a possible 2028 run, drawing mixed reactions from allies and critics.
Shelley Fabares has died at age 82 in Los Angeles. Born in Santa Monica in 1944, she rose to fame on The Donna Reed Show and had a successful career in film and music, with a Top 40 hit and notable roles in later TV drama. Her family has paid tribute to her warmth and impact.
Dolly Parton has died at age 80 in Nashville, her publicist has said. Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, has announced the news on Instagram. Parton has sold more than 100 million records, written thousands of songs including "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," and has donated millions through the Imagination Library.