The Divertimento Symphony Orchestra was conducted at the Olympics closing ceremony by its founder Zahia Ziouani. She’s French-Algerian, born in Paris in 1978, twin sister of the cellist Fettouma Ziouani. Benjamin Bernheim sang Fauré’s Hymn to Apollo with a flying piano accompanist.

Twin conducts Olympics closing orchestra

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 Adele has shared her delight over the viral Olympics breakdancer Raygun, calling her performance “the best thing that’s happened in the Olympics” and adding that “me and my friends have been s****ing ourselves laughing for 24 hours.”Raygun – real name Rachael Gunn – did not score a single point from the judges and was knocked out at the round-robin stage after losing all three of her bouts.Her moves went viral on social media and became the subject of much debate.During Adele’s show in Munich on Saturday night (August 10), the singer said: “I have to ask you because it’s...

Adele pauses Munich concert to rave about viral Olympics breakdancer: ‘I can’t work out if it was a joke’

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Dramatic details emerged Tuesday after police said human remains were found inside a large crocodile suspected of killing a tourist in Australia's second fatal attack in about a month.The latest victim was 40-year-old doctor Dave Hogbin, who fell from a steep bank Saturday into the Annan River south of Cooktown in Queensland state, his family said in a statement. The general practice doctor from Newcastle in New South Wales had been traveling on a camping vacation through Queensland with his wife Jane Hogbin and their three sons aged 2, 5 and 7 years. Cooktown is more than 1,500 miles from...

Tourist eaten by crocodile saved wife's life before he died, she says

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Chanel West Coast, best known for her roles in MTV's Rob Dyrdek's Fantasy Factory and Ridiculousness, has undergone a plastic surgery transformation in recent years. However, the TV personality, singer and actress told In Touch in 2021 that she had not had work done up until that point. After giving birth to her daughter Bowie Breeze,...

Did Chanel West Coast Get Plastic Surgery? Everything She’s Said About Her Body Transformation

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During the moment Byrne notes that he's 'going to need to stop for a second.'

ABC Reporter Suffers Panic Attack Live on Air: Nate Byrne Perfectly Handles Harrowing Moment

The Italian soprano Celestina Casapietra died this week in her homeland. After early successes in Milan she married the DDR conductor Herbert Kegel and became half of the regime’s operatic glamour couple. In Berlin, she performed Donna Anna in Don Giovanni, Elsa in Lohengrin and Tatiana in Eugene Onegin,...

East Berlin’s Italian diva has died, at 85

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A 22-YEAR-OLD who grew up living pay check to pay check has revealed how he hustled his way to a £60,000 a year business. Randy Roblero began working to provide for his family in 2021, after his father passed away, leaving the family in financial difficulty. He had always...

I grew up poor & started hustling as a teen when my dad died – now I make £60k doing a job that’s great on a sunny day

The brilliance of “Ms. Pat Settles It!” lies in its unexpected charm. Ms. Pat may have no formal judicial experience, but her unique blend of comedy and life experience makes her an undeniable force on the show. Ms. Pat’s unfiltered humor and sharp wit breathe life into the...

Ms. Pat’s Next TV Hits: 5 Jobs She’d Crush With Her Signature Wit

The death has been announced of Jürgen Ahrend, a German craftsman famed for restoring damaged organs in Dutch and German churches. His most important work can be heard in the Martinikerk in Groningen and St. Jacobi in Hamburg. His son, Hendrik, continues the workshop.

Organ rebuilder, 94

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Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

Friends are reporting the death of Harold Meltzer, a prolific composer who taught at Syracuse University. Meltzer suffered a stroke five years ago and was left severely disabled. His works have been recorded on Albany, Naxos and Bridge. Gloria Cheng writes: ‘In spite of the debilitating effects of Harold’s stroke...

Death of US composer, 58

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"For Love & Money" answers your relationship and money questions.This week, a reader's dad died and left all his money to one sibling.

When my dad died, he left all his money to my brother. How do I get him to treat me fairly?

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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A mother who had just given birth was saved by her grandmother after medication had caused her to eat a box of treats while sleepwalking, resulting in a snack becoming lodged in her throat

Wisconsin mom chokes eating entire pack of Swiss Rolls while sleepwalking as 'hero' gran saves her life

The flamboyant Richard LLugner who drew tabloid attention to the fusty Vienna Opera Ball by paying millions to Kardashian-type celebs to turn out as his date, has pranced his final waltz. A construction billionaire, Lugner married six times, lastly in June to a glamour model. Austrian chancellor Karl Nehammer tweeted:...

Vienna Ball magnate dies at 91, soon after 6th marriage

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In North Carolina, the divorce process can be challenging, particularly due to the mandatory one-year separation requirement. This law mandates that couples must live separately for at least a year before filing for divorce, a rule that can be frustrating for many.

You might be granted a divorce in North Carolina if your spouse is ‘incurably insane.’ Here’s how

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

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Life can be a complex tapestry of emotions, especially when faced with challenges that test our resilience. As a father, watching your child struggle with something as profound as autism can be heart-wrenching, and the pain is only compounded when circumstances prevent you from being there as much as you'd like.

Navigating Life with a Son on the Autism Spectrum

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

In a year of generational transition with Jasper Parrott stepping back at HP and Barrett Wissman fading out at IMG,one of Germany’s older family firms is also moving on. Cornelia Schmid is giving up executive duties at K D Schmid. Her leadership role will be split between Karen Macdonald in London and newly hired Christoph Drescher in Berlin. ‘We are deeply grateful for Cornelia’s ongoing support and continuing influence on our values,’ they say.

Biz news: Shakeup at Schmid

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What an opera diva learned from the Olympics

In her Lebrecht Interview on BBC Radio 3, Lise Davidsen talked about turning to the mental coach of the Norwegian Olympic team for guidance about motivation...

What an opera diva learned from the Olympics

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