English actress, singer, author and theater director
Actor Ben Jones, known for The Dukes of Hazzard as Cooter Davenport, has died at 84 in Washington, Virginia. His passing ends a career that spanned television, film and politics, including a stint in Congress. He died of a heart attack while awaiting the Braves game, his wife says.
A wave of malpractice cases and billing scrutiny has spotlighted hospital practices nationwide. Reports show high payout settlements and aggressive billing in pediatric gender-care, while audits probe claims across major centers. Authorities say the goal is transparency and cost control as patient outcomes and hospital revenues come under focus.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards are underway with The Pitt leading drama nominations and Widow’s Bay challenging Hacks for comedy supremacy. Mariska Hargitay is hosting NBC’s telecast, with Apple TV+ debuts Pluribus and DTF St Louis among top contenders. The ceremony honors Buffy, Charlie’s Angels, and Dolly Parton while Zendaya and Harrison Ford are among notable presenters.
The Sound of Music Salzburg museum has opened at the Hellbrunn Palace, highlighting the real von Trapp family story alongside the musical. Elisabeth von Trapp attends, clarifying her father Werner von Trapp’s role and sharing family memories. The exhibition features about 450 objects, including costumes and props, with a centerpiece gazebo from the film. The museum will be open daily until Nov. 1 before a March reopening.