"People called me a crying machine": Lateef Adedimeji explains why he deliberately cried early in his career

Lumee Has Been Added to the YNaija Masterlist

Michael Adelakun is a 30-year-old multitalented creative. Known as “Lumee,” he is a content creator, storyteller, voice artist, and digital creator. His career is inspired by his heritage as a Yorùbá man who was raised in Ibadan. Michael is notable for creating engaging content that preserves, promotes, and celebrates the rich Yorùbá culture, language, and... Read More Read » Lumee Has Been Added to the YNaija Masterlist on YNaija

Randolph Mantooth, Who Played John Gage in ‘Emergency!,’ Dies at 80

Randolph Mantooth, who played the charismatic firefighter and paramedic John Gage in the 1970s television hit “Emergency!” and whose acting career spanned decades, died on Thursday in Ventura, Calif. He was 80. The cause was complications from pneumonia, his sister Tonya Mantooth said. Mr. Mantooth’s lead role in “Emergency!,” an NBC series that originally aired []

Meet Sarang Lakhanee, Nagpur Businessman Who Married Supriya Sule's Daughter

He has been working with the family-run Vishvaraj Group for more than eight years.

‘Who’s the Boss?’ Star Danny Pintauro Says Being an Amazon Delivery Driver Is ‘One of Five Jobs’ He Has Now Has Because ‘I Don’t Make Money From Residuals’

Danny Pintauro, who played Jonathan Bower on all eight seasons of the ABC sitcom “Who’s the Boss?” when he was a child actor, made headlines in April after he posted a photo of himself on Instagram that revealed he was working part time as an Amazon delivery driver. Fans were shocked to discover the star []

Educationist Mayor Ojeifo dies at 73

He helped to mould future generations of leaders, says Okpeseyi, SAN The education community in Edo North is mourning Mr. Mayor Tajudeen Ojeifo, a retired vice principal and respected teacher, who died on Saturday, June 27, 2026. He was 73. In a statement issued on behalf of the family by his son, Mr. Frank Ojeifo, The post Educationist Mayor Ojeifo dies at 73 appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.

Braintree man who fell ill, had legs amputated while visiting India for brother’s wedding has died

“Anyone who met him quickly realized that becoming his friend would almost be inevitable.” The post Braintree man who fell ill, had legs amputated while visiting India for brother’s wedding has died appeared first on Boston.com.

Veteran Yoruba Actor Taiwo Adeshina, Popularly Known As Elegbeje Ado, Is Dead

Veteran Yoruba actor and pastor Taiwo Adeshina, popularly known as Elegbeje Ado, has died after a brief illness.

Fundraiser launched to repatriate body of 'beloved' Irish radio presenter who died suddenly on holiday

The 46-year-old has been described as an extremely personable and charismatic person who was known by many, many people and loved being on stage making people smile

A funeral delayed, a mother uninformed: About two Kanpur friends who lost their lives in Lucknow fire tragedy

As many as 15 persons were killed after a major fire engulfed a three-storey commercial building in Lucknow's Aliganj area. Among those dead are two friends from Kanpur– 28-year-old Sanyam Vij and 25-year-old Surajbhan Singh. The two young men, colleagues at an animation studio and close friends for years, were among those trapped inside the building when the blaze broke out.

Veteran Nollywood actor reportedly passes away, fans and colleagues mourn

Veteran Nollywood actor Elegbeje Ado, real name Taiwo Adeshina, passed away on June 29, 2026, after a short illness, sparking tributes from colleagues and fans

Penelope Keith was typecast – it was the best thing that ever happened to her

The actor has died, aged 86, and will forever be remembered as Margo Leadbetter. If only everyone had such a legacy

Gardeners' World star Adam Frost shares emotional 'goodbye' message after huge life change and health issues

The presenter, 56, made the life change after battling a series of health issues for years

Raut succumbs to burns at Bir Hospital

Kathmandu, July 11: A 45-year-old man from Buddhanagar in Kathmandu, who had set himself on fire earlier Saturday, died...

World Cup Worker, 22, Killed Walking Home From Los Angeles Stadium

2026 World Cup Worker, 22, Tragically Killed After His Second Day on the Job

Veteran Nollywood actor, Elegbeje Ado dies at 66

Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Adeshina, professionally known as Elegbeje Ado, is dead.

'Emergency!' star Randolph Mantooth dead aged 80

The actor, whose portrayal of paramedic Johnny Gage helped inspire generations of first responders, has passed away following a years-long battle with cancer.

Randolph Mantooth, who played medic in NBC’s ‘Emergency!’, dies at 80

LOS ANGELES — Actor Randolph Mantooth, best known for his role as firefighter and medic John Gage in NBC’s “Emergency!” television series in the 1970s, has died at age 80 after a long illness, his family said Friday.

Family pays tribute to 'funny, loyal and curious' son after fatal fall from London embankment

Fletcher Beasley, a 21-year-old student from Australia, died during the June heatwave and he has been remembered by loved ones as funny, loyal and curious

Cause Of Death Revealed For ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Actress

Actress Daveigh Chase, who died in mid-June at the age of 35, died of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and prolonged drug abuse. Chase, best known as the voice of Lilo in Disney’s 2002 smash animated feature “Lilo Stitch,” died in a Los Angeles hospital, and according to a medical examiner’s report reviewed by E! ...

Indian IT professional killed after vehicle swept away in Kansas flash floods

A 33-year-old Indian IT professional was killed after his vehicle was swept away by severe flash floodwaters in the US state of Kansas, authorities said. Venkatesh Doppalapudi was an H-1B visa holder residing in Omaha, Nebraska. He was reportedly driving back north from Houston on Saturday afternoon when his vehicle encountered flash flooding caused by []

Bodybuilding champ, former Mr. Universe dies at 57

A bodybuilding champion and former Mr. Universe has died at 57 — with his rivals describing him as a “legend” of the sport. Six-time Spanish bodybuilding champion José Antonio Hernandez Torres, who was known affectionately as “Jocha,” died in Tenerife just a month before his 58th birthday, Spanish outlet Revista el Verdano reported, without giving []...Click to read more

Los Angeles medical examiner says former child actor Daveigh Chase died of AIDS

Former child actor Daveigh Chase's death on June 16 was due to AIDS

Tributes Pour in for Mr. Universe Champion Who Has Died at 57

@jocha1108, InstagramSix-time Spanish bodybuilding champion and former Mr. Universe José Antonio Hernandez Torres has died at 57, local Spanish outlet Revista el Verdano reported. The legendary athlete, known as “Jocha” passed in Tenerife a month before his 58th birthday, following a career spanning more than 40 years. The bodybuilder went on to win the Mr. Universe title in 2004. After retiring from competition, Torres opened the Jocha fitness gym in Tenerife. “One of the first Spaniards who, in the 1980s, was on a par with the world’s best, representing our country at various international events. We will always admire him,” fellow bodybuilder Jose Maria Garcia said in an online tribute. Police officer Alejandro Mena, who finished runner-up to Jocha in the 1989 Spanish championships, wrote: “Beyond the results, I will always remember him as a wonderful person, an excellent friend and a role model for all of us who love bodybuilding.” His cause of death is unknown.Read it at The New York PostRead more at The Daily Beast.

Notes from the last row, and the man who sits up front

Ask Choi Min-sik to describe his latest lead role and he reaches, bluntly, for the language of self-loathing. The grumpy literature professor he plays in Netflix's Notes from the Last Row is a man who grinds himself down with a complex that borders on self-abuse, he says, tormenting himself over it. Then came the confession: I've got plenty of pathetic in me too. The inferiority, the shame you can't show anybody — everyone's felt that at least once. It's a curious thing to hear from an a

David Clayton-Thomas, Canadian singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies at 84

David Clayton-Thomas, the Canadian singer whose raspy and soulful voice led American jazz rock group Blood, Sweat Tears to chart-topping triumphs, has died at 84. His publicist says he died peacefully on Wednesday evening at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto. Clayton-Thomas was a key part of Blood, Sweat Tears’ success in the late [] The post David Clayton-Thomas, Canadian singer of Blood, Sweat Tears, dies at 84 appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Randolph Mantooth Dead at 80: 'Emergency!' Star Dies After Long Illness


Randolph Mantooth, best known for playing firefighter-paramedic Johnny Gage on the hit 1970s NBC series Emergency!, has died. He was 80. Mantooth died on Thursday, July 9, at a hospice facility in Ventura, California, his brother Donald Mantooth, confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter. Donald said the actor had been “ill for a number of years []

Lilo & Stitch star Daveigh Chase’s died of AIDS, coroner confirms

She died earlier this month Lilo Stitch star Daveigh Chase’s died of AIDS, a coroner has confirmed. Chase, who voiced Lilo in Disney’s animated film Lilo Stitch died in hospital on June 16, aged 35. Now, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has confirmed that her cause of death was AIDS. It also []

'Lilo & Stitch' Star Daveigh Chase's Cause of Death Revealed

The Los Angeles Coroner's Office has confirmed that actor Daveigh Chase, best known for voicing Lilo in Disney's Lilo and Stitch and portraying Samara Morgan in the horror film 'The Ring', died of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Chase died on June 16 in Los Angeles at the age of 35.

Remembering Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee

Remembering Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee

Jesse Eisenberg's 'Minions' legacy

We asked "Minions & Monsters" star Jesse Eisenberg about animated films standing the test of time. His answer involved fear of death and “narcissistic artist brain." #minions #minionsandmonsters #jesseeisenberg

Mary Habila: Nigerians demand answers over death of Umahi’s personal physiotherapist

Questions are trailing the mysterious death of a physiotherapist, Mary Habila, in the residence of Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Dave Umahi. Habila, said to be Umahi’s personal physiotherapist, died in mysterious circumstances which has left many Nigerians demanding answers. A statement released on Saturday by Francis Nweze, the minister’s Senior Special Assistant, confirmed Habila’s death. According to [] Mary Habila: Nigerians demand answers over death of Umahi’s personal physiotherapist

Veteran Yoruba actor, Elegbeje Ado dies at 66

The Yoruba movie industry has lost one of its respected veterans following the death of actor and cleric Taiwo Adeshina, popularly known by his screen name, Elegbeje Ado. The post Veteran Yoruba actor, Elegbeje Ado dies at 66 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Joby Baker, “Gidget ”and “Girl Happy” Actor, Dies at 92

The actor and painter died of natural causes on June 22, according to his family and friends

Who cares for Singapore’s carers? Recent deaths highlight urgent need to tackle burnout

When Karasi Chandramogan’s father died four years ago, the 35-year-old Singaporean was left with the overwhelming responsibility of being the sole carer for her brother, who has autism, and mother, an amputee. “Me and my dad were a tag team,” the freelance behavioural therapist said. “When he passed on, I couldn’t mourn too much because I had to handle the funeral situation as well as my mum and brother.” She recalled an incident in April, when her brother, Bala, suffered seizures during lunch....

Who is Ime Udoka? A deep dive into the head coach's career and personal life

Who is Ime Udoka? Discover how the former NBA player became a successful head coach, as well as his career, family background, and personal life.

Bridgewater, N.S. fire victim remembered as ‘ray of light’ by co-workers

Colleagues at Inside-Out Cleaning Services say Amitoj Kaur was a hard-working person who was trying to help her family back home in India.

Apprentice joiner, 18, who beat male colleagues to win top award died when unsafe stack of boards fell on her at work

Apprentice joiner, 18, who beat male colleagues to win top award died when unsafe stack of boards fell on her at work