American media magnate and founder of CNN
Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey has earned a rapturous reception, with Matt Damon delivering a trauma-haunted homecoming. Samantha Morton’s Circe anchors a three-hour epic that reframes war and the cost of return; a star-studded cast and IMAX scale anchor a modern myth.
England has maintained its world-record run in the Women’s Six Nations after beating France in a high‑stakes match, while Ireland has crushed Scotland and other results shape the standings. The results come as England’s professionalization and crowd support continue to set the tone for women’s rugby.
Ted Turner, the founder of CNN, has died at 87. His life spanned philanthropy, conservation, entertainment and sports ownership. His most enduring legacy is creating the 24-hour news cycle through CNN, which transformed journalism and public discourse. His passing prompts questions about CNN’s future under new ownership.
Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox has died at 84 after a storied career with the Atlanta Braves, including a 1995 World Series title and 14 straight division titles. In MLB, Rob Thomson and Alex Cora have been dismissed as their teams grapple with underperformance, with interim replacements named as the season unfolds.