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Rod Stewart has cancelled remaining dates on his One Last Time farewell tour after undergoing a routine coronary stent procedure. Doctors are pleased with his recovery, and he will rest for four weeks before returning to the stage. The cancellations include dates across the US and Mexico, with refunds or rescheduling being arranged by promoters and venues.
Investigators have not determined the identities or causes of death of three bodies found in a Burlington, Connecticut, home purchased at auction on June 6. Foreclosure proceedings and neglected interiors raise questions about ownership and the status of the former homeowners.
Kathie Lee Gifford has opened up about years of chronic pain and multiple surgeries, highlighting how ongoing physical hardship shapes her mobility, family life, and outlook. She describes attempts at recovery through physical therapy and stem cell treatment, and reflects on the impact of pain on daily choices and relationships.
The Ventura County district attorney’s office has announced that Loay Abdelfattah Alnaji escalated a verbal confrontation and struck Paul Kessler with a megaphone during a Thousand Oaks protest. Kessler died the following day. The court has refused a harsher sentence, prompting renewed calls for justice from Kessler’s family.
Graham Platner has withdrawn from the Maine Senate race after a former girlfriend accused him of sexual assault. He denies the allegations, saying the decision is about protecting campaigns from power structures. The Maine Democratic Party must nominate a replacement before the July 27 deadline as it races to defend Susan Collins in November.
Andrea Shaw, 23, has been indicted on two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of her 18-month-old twins, Dallas and Tyson, found dead in their Payette, Idaho, home in May 2025. Prosecutors allege willful suffocation; defense links the deaths to vaccines. Shaw remains held on a $2 million bond as her case moves toward trial.
Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger has disclosed an early-stage Alzheimer's diagnosis. He says the condition may briefly affect memory and sleep as he continues his public-facing work and advocacy for aviation safety.
Smoke from hundreds of active wildfires in Canada has blanketed large parts of the US Midwest and Northeast and made air quality hazardous in cities including Detroit, Chicago and New York. Authorities have issued health alerts, opened cooling centres and distributed masks; officials expect rain to disperse some smoke but warn that pollution will linger in the Upper Midwest.
Los Angeles prosecutors have presented texts, photos and forensic evidence at a preliminary hearing accusing singer David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, of murdering and sexually abusing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Evidence shown has included long-running messages, indications of a pregnancy and abortion, purchases of tools and a body bag, and DNA matches tying blood in Burke’s garage and a Tesla to the victim.
Two men, Jeremy Morrison and Kyle Bylin, have learned they were swapped at birth at Unity Medical Center in North Dakota in 1988. DNA tests linked them to each other’s biological families. The hospital denies responsibility, saying records from the era no longer exist. The men and their families have filed a lawsuit seeking damages and accountability.
Wildfire smoke from Canadian fires continues to affect the US Midwest and Northeast, with air quality remaining unhealthy in several cities. Authorities warn that smoke will transport east and south in coming days, and residents are advised to limit outdoor activity and seal homes where possible.
The Odyssey has launched, with Matt Damon in the title role. Reports highlight Devyn Dalton as the standout stunt performer whose arms impressed Damon during a Laestrygonians sequence, prompting discussions about stuntwomen’s visibility. Interviews with cast members reveal training regimens, diet changes, and commitment behind the film’s physical demands.
Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, 44, a physical therapist from Cary, North Carolina, has disappeared while staying at Grand Anse Beach in Grenada. Surveillance videos captured her last movements on July 22; authorities appeal to fishermen and coastal residents for sightings. Her husband has traveled to Grenada to assist with the search as the U.S. State Department monitors the case.
A wave of public disclosures reveals that Parkinson’s disease has touched several well-known figures, affecting mobility, mental health and public appearances. The reports emphasize treatment options, the human impact of the condition, and ongoing efforts to manage daily life.
Boy George has withdrawn from the London Palladium production of Jesus Christ Superstar after releasing a controversial anti-Gaza song supporting Israel. His manager says the move is in the artist’s best interests, while George maintains his stance for peace. The drama follows backlash, with the production continuing as cast members and crew navigate the fallout.
Ariana Grande has announced she is taking a break from public appearances following the Eternal Sunshine tour, with the London finale on Sept. 1. She will not take part in the Barbican production of Sunday in the Park with George. The news comes amid ongoing discussions about her health and body image sparked by her new album Petal.
Ariana Grande has announced she is taking a break from visibility after finishing her Eternal Sunshine Tour, following ongoing public scrutiny over her health and body image. She has withdrawn from a London Barbican production of Sunday in the Park with George, with plans to rest and return later from a thoughtful, empowered place.
Ariana Grande has announced she is taking a break from public life after completing the Eternal Sunshine Tour, amid ongoing scrutiny of her appearance and body image discourse surrounding her latest album Petal. The move follows intense public commentary across outlets, with statements from her representatives about stepping back from public appearances and a London-stage withdrawal.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez have married in a private civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, attended by their five children. The couple announced the news on Instagram with wedding bands. Reports align on a small, intimate ceremony with family present; official confirmation has been shared by representatives and multiple outlets.