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On June 19, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1950, Ann Wilson, American singer-songwriter and musician was born. In 1959, Mark DeBarge, American singer-songwriter and trumpet player was born. In 1963, Laura Ingraham, American radio host and author was born. In 1963, Margarita Ponomaryova, Russian hurdler was born. In 1968, Timothy Morton, American philosopher and academic was born. In 1977, Ali Shariati, Iranian sociologist and philosopher (born 1933) passed away. In 1985, Dire Tune, Ethiopian runner was born. In 1988, Gladys Spellman, American lawyer and politician (born 1918) passed away. In 1993, KSI, English YouTuber was born. In 2013, Slim Whitman, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (born 1923) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
“I’d be unemployed”: Ayra Starr opens up about life without music

Nigerian singer Ayra Starr reveals how music saved her from unemployment and reflects on her journey, including Don Jazzy's early interest in her talent.
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