American actress and activist with seven decades in film and public life
Dolly Parton has died at age 80 in Nashville, her publicity team has said. Her nephew Bryan Seaver announced the news on Instagram. Parton has written thousands of songs, sold more than 100 million records, won multiple Grammys and founded the Imagination Library, which has distributed hundreds of millions of free books.
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.
Dolly Parton has died after a brief cancer battle, prompting tributes from peers and fans around the world. The Queen of Country leaves a legacy of hit songs, philanthropy, and a cross-genre influence that shaped music and culture.
Dolly Parton has died at 80, following a brief battle with cancer. Her family confirms she passed at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, surrounded by loved ones. Tributes highlight her humanitarian work, literacy efforts, and decades of chart-topping music.
Tributes have poured in for Dolly Parton following her death after a short illness.姪les and colleagues recall her kindness and business acumen, while fans and peers celebrate her legacy in music, literacy philanthropy, and entrepreneurship.
Dolly Parton has died at 80. The country icon and businesswoman built a global legacy spanning music, film and philanthropy, rising from poverty in rural Tennessee to shape the American cultural imagination. Her songs and films celebrated work, resilience and female empowerment.
Dolly Parton has died at 80 after a storied career that spans country roots, blockbuster films, and a global business empire. Tributes pour in as the industry reflects on her songwriting, resilience, and cultural impact.
Gloria Steinem has died at 92. Her life has shaped the second‑wave feminist movement through undercover work, publishing Ms. Magazine, and advocating for reproductive rights. Her death comes as many of the rights she fought for are under renewed pressure.
A collection of tributes from CNBC and The New York Times, reflecting on Gloria Steinem’s influence on feminism, philanthropy, and intergenerational dialogue, as survivors and advocates recount how her work and circles shaped policy, funding, and community organizing.
Gloria Steinem has died at 92, leaving a legacy that reshaped feminist activism and modern political life. Tributes highlight her journalism, Ms. Magazine, and relentless push for gender equality, while debates about abortion rights and violence against women persist in the United States.
Skydance has completed its $111 billion merger, uniting Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros. Discovery under one umbrella and creating a media giant that also includes CNN, CBS News, HBO Max and Paramount+. The deal promises a future of unified streaming, cost savings, and potential job impacts across film and news divisions.
The film Digger has sparked a fierce debate about climate satire and audience fatigue. Despite a star-studded cast led by Tom Cruise, critics are divided, with some praising bold experiments in storytelling and others criticizing tone and pacing. Early box office shows a global haul of around $20 million on a reported budget of $125 million, signaling a potential catastrophic performance.
New York City Council is poised to approve a bill that would phase out horse-drawn carriage rides by 2028. The proposal follows a fatality last summer and renews decades of debate over safety, heritage, and workers’ livelihoods. The mayor and speaker say the bill has broad support and would include a transition plan for drivers and humane handling of horses.
Adidas Originals has launched a slate-toned Samba in collaboration with Molly-Mae, reviving the iconic trainer with a tweed-like grey fabric and slate suede details for autumn. The drop follows the designer’s previous matcha and pink Sambas and is expected to sell out quickly as online and in-store releases roll out.
New York City’s City Council has approved Romanch’s Law to ban horse-drawn carriages, with a veto-proof vote of 40-7. The ban takes effect June 1, 2028. The measure targets safety concerns after a fatal incident this year and means about 200 drivers and owners will lose their livelihoods, triggering a government-led transition and possible compensation talks.