John Cena, Ric Flair and More Remember Hulk Hogan After His Death at 71New Foto - John Cena, Ric Flair and More Remember Hulk Hogan After His Death at 71

Rich Polk/Getty; Lou Rocco/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty; Arturo Holmes/Getty Tributes have begun pouring in for the late wrestling legendHulk Hogan, who died on July 24 at age 71. Hogan, a two-time inductee into theWWE Hall of Famewhose career expanded into reality television and film, was remembered by fellowing wrestling icons likeJohn Cena,Ric FlairandCharlotte Flair, among others. "I Am Absolutely Shocked To Hear About The Passing Of My Close Friend@HulkHogan," Ric, 76,wrotein a post on X after the news was announced. "Hulk Has Been By My Side Since We Started In The Wrestling Business. An Incredible Athlete, Talent, Friend, And Father! Our Friendship Has Meant The World To Me." He continued, "He Was Always There For Me Even When I Didn't Ask For Him To Be. He Was One Of The First To Visit Me When I Was In The Hospital With A 2% Chance Of Living, And He Prayed By My Bedside. Hulk Also Lent Me Money When Reid Was Sick. Hulkster, No One Will Ever Compare To You! Rest In Peace My Friend!" Don Arnold/WireImage Ric's daughter, Charlotte, recalled how much Hogan supported her and her family when she nearly lost her father. "When I nearly lost my dad 8 years ago, one of the few people who was there for all of it was Hulk Hogan. My heart breaks for Nick and Brooke. Rest in peace, brother," shewrote. Dana White, CEO of the UFC,shareda photo of Hogan to his Instagram Stories, writing, "RIP Hulk." Cena, 48, kept histributesimple by posting an old photo of Hogan in the ring to his Instagram feed, just one day after posting a photo of the late rockstarOzzy Osbourne, who died on July 22. Erika Goldring/Getty Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "Our hearts are with the Hogan family, the millions of fans, and friends across the world as we mourn this heartbreaking loss," Grammy-winning singerLee Greenwood wrotein a post on X alongside photos with Hogan. WWE confirmed Hogan's death in a statement to PEOPLE on Thursday, July 24. "WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture's most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan's family, friends, and fans." TMZ was firstto share the news, and said that medics were sent to Hogan's home in Florida after he reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest. The outlet said he was taken out on a stretcher. While widely celebrated for his wrestling accomplishments, Hogan also faced multiple controversies in recent years. He received backlash for his speech in support of President Donald Trump at the 2024 Republican National Convention, and was featured in aracist rantthat was leaked, which he later called "unacceptable" in 2015. Backed by billionaire Peter Thiel, Hogan sued Gawker for $100 million over a leaked 2012 sex tape andsettled for $31 millionin 2016. Read the original article onPeople

John Cena, Ric Flair and More Remember Hulk Hogan After His Death at 71

John Cena, Ric Flair and More Remember Hulk Hogan After His Death at 71 Rich Polk/Getty; Lou Rocco/Disney General Entertainment Content via ...
Chuck Mangione, Grammy-winning jazz superstar and composer, dies at 84New Foto - Chuck Mangione, Grammy-winning jazz superstar and composer, dies at 84

Chuck Mangione, the Grammy-winning flugelhorn and trumpet player and prolific jazz musician known for songs including "Feels So Good" and "Children of Sanchez," has died. Mangione died in his sleep Tuesday in his home in Rochester, N.Y., his manager Peter S. Matorin confirmed to The Times on Thursday. He was 84. The New York native, over the course of his career which began in the 1960s, earned a reputation as a stylish, lyrically smart trumpeter and played alongside jazz giants Art Blakey, Dizzy Gillespie, Sam Jones, Ron Carter and Kai Winding. He also collected 14 Grammy nominations, notably winning two prizes: one for his smooth "Bellavia" in 1977 and another a year later for the titular anthem he composed for the 1978 drama "The Children of Sanchez." Read more:Seven can't-miss newcomers keeping the spirit of jazz going Mangione's big break came in the mid-'60s playing with Blakey and the Jazz Messengers, a gig that would help lay the foundation for a career that spanned more than 60 years, 30 albums, music and entertainment. His emphasis on melodic music — frowned upon by some hard-line jazz fans — was best heard in his chart-topping hit "Feels So Good," the title track of his 1977 album. The single became synonymous with Mangione and helped propel him into the mainstream. Notably, Mangione and his megahit were a running gag on the popular animated series "King of the Hill," in which he lent his voice to several episodes. "Feels So Good" was also referenced in "Friends," "The Big Bang Theory" and Marvel's "Doctor Strange" film in 2016. Though parts of the jazz community dismissed Mangione's work as lightweight and too pop, the composer saw divisive reaction to his music as a rite of passage. "I've read all the reviews, from the ones that say you're the greatest thing since sliced bread to the others who say they left at intermission," he toldThe Times in 1988. "This kind of thing happened to Cannonball Adderley, who incidentally produced my first album in 1960; it happened to Herbie Hancock and a lot of other people." "I don't respond to pressure from record companies or critics; my reviewers are the audiences, and besides, my only severe critic is me," he added at the time. Read more:Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath singer, solo artist and reality TV star, dies at 76 Mangione was born Nov. 29, 1940, and raised in Rochester, N.Y. His love for jazz music stemmed from his father, who was a fan of the genre. Mangione's prolific career is also rooted in his teen years, when he performed with pianist brother Gap Mangione as the Jazz Brothers and jammed in small Rochester clubs with visiting artists including Gillespie and Jones. It was Gillespie, Mangionerecalled in 1994, who recommended that the "Give It All You Got" musician join the Jazz Messengers. While touring with Blakey, Mangione recorded his first set of albums including 1966's "Buttercorn Lady." In the late '60s, Mangione formed his own quartet, featuring his childhood friend Gerry Niewood. Fostering his new, softer sound, Mangione released the album "Land of Make Believe" in 1973. The album and title track, featuring the vocals of Esther Satterfield, both earned Grammy nominations. Mangione, who moved from A&M Records to CBS Records in 1982, had a steady output of music through 1988. He toldThe Timesthat year that he faced pressure to duplicate the styles that led to his earlier success. "That's not what I want to do; I just write whatever music I feel like writing, and that has to be my next album," he said. Read more:Hulk Hogan, pro wrestler and pop culture icon who excelled at earning fans' love and hate, dies at 71 Beyond recordings, Mangione's career also included performing and conducting opportunities across the globe, including fundraisers and jazz festivals. Mangione famously composed his hit "Give It All You Got" for the 1980 Winter Olympics at Lake Placid, performing the number at the closing ceremony. He released his final album, "Everything for Love," in 2000 and retired in 2015. Mangione graduated from the Eastman School of Music with a bachelor's degree in music. Later in life, he would return to Eastman as an instructor and begin its jazz program. He also received an honorary doctorate from his alma mater, earned recognition from the Smithsonian National Museum and was inducted in 2012 to his hometown's Music Hall of Fame. "Chuck's love affair with music has been characterized by his boundless energy, unabashed enthusiasm, and pure joy that radiated from the stage," his family said in a statement shared with The Times on Thursday. Mangione's loved ones also highlighted the musician's devotion to the New York Yankees and requested privacy. Get notified when the biggest stories in Hollywood, culture and entertainment go live. Sign up for L.A. Times entertainment alerts. This story originally appeared inLos Angeles Times.

Chuck Mangione, Grammy-winning jazz superstar and composer, dies at 84

Chuck Mangione, Grammy-winning jazz superstar and composer, dies at 84 Chuck Mangione, the Grammy-winning flugelhorn and trumpet player and ...
King Charles Caught Reacting to Heckler Asking "Why Does Your Family Cost Us Half a Billion Pounds?"

The royal family don't officially take questions from the public, but that doesn't mean people don't ask. And things can get awkward fast. Cut to: King Charles' recent "walkabout" in Newmarket, where a person in the crowd straight-up asked him "Why does your family cost us half a billion pounds a year, Charles?" Charles' response? To muse "Ah, yes," and keep walking. Cannot like, I've watched this video five times. Watch as King Charles is confronted by members of the public while at an event in Newmarket over the cost of the royal family on UK taxpayers 👇pic.twitter.com/7pVibUT276 — The National (@ScotNational)July 22, 2025 Anyway, the person in the crowd kept going when Charles walked away, shouting out "Why do you only pay your gardeners minimum wage?" This is a reference to a new bombshell report about what's really going on at Charles' beloved garden in Highgrove, and apparently the situation is...not great. According toThe Sunday Times, Charles frequently sends "demanding" notes to staff in "thick red ink," which are "strikingly specific and emotional." He also reportedly said "don't put that man in front of me again" when a gardener didn't enough enough about a specific flower. Meanwhile, an external investigation recommended "mental health support and counseling" for employees, as well as better pay. Oh, and on top of all that, an anonymous worker toldThe Timesthey're treated like "dirt" and that "There was anger boiling at the surface … very impatient, no politeness at all. It was like, you should be thankful that we've given you a job, and you work for the King, the highest person in the country." You Might Also Like Here's What NOT to Wear to a Wedding Meet the Laziest, Easiest Acne Routine You'll Ever Try

King Charles Caught Reacting to Heckler Asking "Why Does Your Family Cost Us Half a Billion Pounds?"

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US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith'New Foto - US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith'

WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States is cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks and bringing its negotiating team home from Qatar to discuss next steps after Hamas' latest response "shows a lack of desire" to reach a truce,President Donald Trump's special envoySteve Witkoffsaid Thursday. "While the mediators have made a great effort, Hamas does not appear to be coordinated or acting in good faith," Witkoff said in a statement. "We will now consider alternative options to bring the hostages home and try to create a more stable environment for the people of Gaza." State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott would not offer details on what "alternative options" the U.S. is considering to free hostages held by the militant group. A breakthrough on a ceasefire deal betweenIsrael and Hamasfollowing 21 months of war has eluded the Trump administration ashumanitarian conditions worsen in Gaza. Thursday's move is the latest setback as Trump has tried to position himself as peacemaker and vowed to broker agreements in conflicts from Ukraine to Gaza. Talks for a Gaza ceasefire have dragged on When pressed on whether and how the U.S. would proceed on seeking a truce in Gaza, Pigott did not offer clarity and told reporters that "this is a very dynamic situation." He said there's never been a question of the U.S. commitment to reaching a ceasefire and faulted Hamas. The sides have held weeks of talks in Qatar, reporting small signs of progress but no major breakthroughs. Officials have said a main sticking point is the redeployment of Israeli troops after any ceasefire takes place. Witkoff said the U.S. is "resolute" in seeking an end to the conflict in Gaza and it was "a shame that Hamas has acted in this selfish way." The White House and representatives for Hamas had no immediate comment. Israel also calls back its negotiators Earlier Thursday, Israeli Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu's officerecalled his negotiating teamin light of Hamas' response. In a brief statement, Netanyahu's office expressed appreciation for the efforts of Witkoff and other mediators Qatar and Egypt but gave no further details. The deal under discussion was expected to include an initial 60-day ceasefire in which Hamas would release10 living hostagesand the remains of 18 others in phases in exchange for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel. Aid supplies would be ramped up, and the two sides would hold negotiations on a lasting ceasefire. The talks have been bogged down over competing demands for ending the war. Hamas says it will only release all hostages in exchange for a full Israeli withdrawal and end to the war. Israel says it will not agree to end the conflict until Hamas gives up power and disarms. The militant group says it is prepared to leave power but not surrender its weapons. Hamas is believed to be holding the hostages in different locations, including tunnels, and says it has ordered its guards to kill them if Israeli forces approach. Trump has been pushing for peace Trump has made little secret of the fact he wants to receivea Nobel Peace Prize. For instance, he has promised to quickly negotiate an end toRussia's war in Ukraine, but little progress has been made. On the war in Gaza, Trumpmet with Netanyahu at the White Housethis month, putting his weight behind a push to reach a deal. But despite a partnership further solidified by their countries'joint strikes on Iran, the Israeli leader left Washington without any breakthrough. The State Department had said earlier in the week that Witkoff would be traveling to the Middle East for talks, but U.S. officials later said that Witkoff would instead travel to Europe. It was unclear if he held meetings there Thursday. The apparent derailing of the talks comes as Israel's blockade and military offensive have driven Gazato the brink of famine, according to aid groups. The U.N. food agency says nearly 100,000 women and children are suffering from severe, acute malnutrition, and the Gaza Health Ministry has reported a rise in hunger-related deaths. Israel is criticized for its role in Gaza British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would hold an emergency call Friday with officials from Germany and France to discuss how to urgently get food to people in need and launch steps to build a lasting peace. "The suffering and starvation unfolding in Gaza is unspeakable and indefensible," he said in a statement. The three European countries "all agree on the pressing need for Israel to change course and allow the aid that is desperately needed to enter Gaza without delay." French President Emmanuel Macron announced Thursday thatFrance would recognize Palestine as a state, saying, "The urgent thing today is that the war in Gaza stops and the civilian population is saved.″ Israel has come under mounting pressure, with 28 Western-aligned countriescalling for an end to the warand harshly criticizing Israel's blockade and a new aid delivery model it has rolled out. More than 100 charity and human rights groupsreleased a similar letter, saying even their own staff are struggling to get enough food. The U.S. and Israel rejected the allegations and blamed Hamas for prolonging the war by not accepting their terms for a ceasefire. Israel says it is allowing in enough aid and blames U.N. agencies for not distributing it. But those agencies say it is nearly impossible to safely deliver it because of Israeli restrictions and a breakdown of law and order, with crowds of thousands unloading food trucks as soon as they move into Gaza. A separate Israeli- and U.S.-backed system run by an American contractor has also beenmarred by chaos. "Of course, we want to see the end of devastation that is taking place in Gaza," Pigott said. "That is why we have supported the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. That is why we've seen those 90 million meals being distributed." ___ Krauss reported from in Ottawa, Ontario. Associated Press writers Josef Federman and Julia Frankel in Jerusalem and Farnoush Amiri in New York contributed to this report.

US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith'

US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith' WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States is cutting short Ga...
A bull moose is blocking a New York mountain trail. Wildlife researchers don't know whyNew Foto - A bull moose is blocking a New York mountain trail. Wildlife researchers don't know why

A big bull moose has spent the summer lingering around a popular Adirondack mountain hiking trail, prompting New York state wildlife officials to close the path as they monitor the potentially ailing animal. The Goodman Mountain trail in the Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest has been temporarily closed since June 6 due to the oddly behaving animal. The moose is staying on or around the trail near the summit, sometimes sitting and sometimes foraging in a small area, according to the Department of Environmental Conservation. Attempts to coax the moose from the trial have failed. "This is very unusual behavior," agency research scientist Dave Kramer said Thursday. "Typically at this time of year, moose will have moved down into the lower elevations where they're primarily browsing on aquatic vegetation." Kramer estimates the moose stands about 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall at the shoulder and weighs 900 pounds (408 kilograms) or more. The spread of its antlers indicate it might be around four years old. And it's a mystery why the moose won't move on. The agency has said an "underlying illness influencing behavior" was suspected. Moose are susceptible to a couple of different parasites that can lead to their deaths. Wildlife staffers were recently able to get close enough to observe the moose's behavior but did not find obvious signs of disease. "Although the moose does appear a little thinner than we would expect this time of year," Kramer said, adding that it is difficult to make conclusive diagnoses of animals in the wild. The moose has not shown signs of aggression. But the trail in the town of Tupper Lake remains closed in part over concerns that the large animal could pose a danger to people if approached too closely. The state is keeping tabs on the moose with three trail cameras, and wildlife staffers make regular treks up the mountain. "His body condition hasn't deteriorated to a point where we're concerned that he's struggling," Kramer said. "So right now we're just kind of monitoring periodically and assessing each time." New York state is on the southern edge of moose range. The state's population was wiped out in the 1800s but has gradually grown from animals that wandered in from other northern states and Canada starting around 1980. There might be roughly 700 moose in the Adirondack region. Conservation officers in Januarysaved a bull moose that fell through the iceof Lake Abanakee elsewhere in the Adirondacks.

A bull moose is blocking a New York mountain trail. Wildlife researchers don't know why

A bull moose is blocking a New York mountain trail. Wildlife researchers don't know why A big bull moose has spent the summer lingering ...
3 workers trapped in a Canadian mine have air, food and water as rescuers try to gain access to themNew Foto - 3 workers trapped in a Canadian mine have air, food and water as rescuers try to gain access to them

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Three workers remain trapped at a gold and copper mine in Western Canada on Thursday as a remote-controlled scoop began removing debris from rockfalls to gain access to them, a mine company said in a statement. The heap of rocks is 20 to 30 meters (65 to 100 feet) long and seven to eight meters (22 to 26 feet) high. The workers were trapped Tuesday after two rockfalls at the Red Chris mine in northern British Columbia. Mine company Newmont Corp. said that the workers have enough air, food and water for an extended stay, although their communications were cut off after the second cave-in. The company's statement said that specialized drones have been sent in to assess the geotechnical conditions underground at the mine. Teams are restoring the specialized communication system to try to reestablish communication with the workers, the statement said. "The workers are understood to be sheltering in a MineARC refuge chamber designed to support 16 people. Additional refuge chambers are also available nearby and accessible if required," according to the statement, referring to the safe haven where the workers are staying. Production at the mine has been paused while the rescue effort continues. The mine is mostly open pit, but Newmont said in an earlier statement that development of underground block-cave mining began in 2019, four years after the mine's first production date. The company said that the three trapped workers are business-partner employees, two from British Columbia and one from Ontario. They were working more than 500 meters (more than a quarter-mile) past the affected zone when the first rocks fell, and were asked to relocate to the refuge before the second rockfall. "Following the first event, contact was established with the individuals and confirmation was received that they had safely relocated to one of multiple self-contained refuge bays," the company's statement said.

3 workers trapped in a Canadian mine have air, food and water as rescuers try to gain access to them

3 workers trapped in a Canadian mine have air, food and water as rescuers try to gain access to them VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Thre...

 

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