Gerald Fried, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Roots’ Composer, Dies at 95

Gerald Fried, the Oscar-nominated, oboe-playing composer who created iconic gladiatorial fight music for the original Star Trek series and collaborated with Quincy Jones to win an Emmy for their theme to the landmark miniseries Roots, has died. He was 95. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Fried died Friday (Feb. 17) of pneumonia at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport

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Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss‘ Wife Allison Holker Thanks Supporters for ’Hope and Inspiration’ After His Death

“He lived his life from love,” the dancer and choreographer said in an emotional video. Stephen “tWitch” Boss and Allison Holker pose in the IMDb Exclusive Portrait Studio at The Critics Choice Association 5th Annual Celebration of Black Cinema & Television at Fairmont Century Plaza on December 05, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Michael Rowe/GI

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Skrillex Makes History (& Drops Another Album) During 5-Hour Madison Square Garden Set With Four Tet and Fred Again..

“I can’t believe we threw a rave at Madison Square Garden,” Skrillex announced at the mid-way point of his marathon set at the venue Saturday night (Feb. 18) in New York City. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Indeed, gazing around around the packed arena — where hanging

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Zimbabwe: ‘Patients Must Bring Own Blankets, Sleep On Pot-Holed Floors’

GOVERNMENT has been challenged to revamp the country’s referral hospitals as an legislator revealed that infrastructure at the United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) is in a shocking state of disrepair with patients forced to “sleep on pot-holed floors”. Speaking in Parliament Tuesday, Bulawayo East legislator Ilos Nyoni said the biggest referral hospital in the Matebeleland region

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Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack Foundation Hosts HBCU Celebrity Softball Game

Travis Scott Hosts Celeb Softball … Celebrating HBCU Grads!!! 2/17/2023 1:13 PM PT Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack Foundation hosted a celebrity softball game yesterday … and he scored big by carving out loads of opportunities for Historically Black Colleges in honor of Black History Month. The star-studded game went down Thursday inside Houston’s Minute Maid

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The One Piece/Dragon Ball Z Crossover Finally Crosses to the U.S.

Image: Shonen Jump/Toei AnimationThe heroes of the manga anthology Shonen Jump—Luffy from One Piece, Deku from My Hero Academia, Goku from Dragon Ball Z, Naruto from Naruto, Ichigo from Bleach, etc., etc.—aren’t exactly strangers to each other, having appeared in countless video games and promotions together. But strangely, the manga anthology’s two biggest stars (that

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‘We did nothing wrong’

Chairman of the Integrity Commission, Seymour Panton whose commisisoners say “there has been strict compliance with the law” in its operations. THE Integrity Commission has rejected allegations of misstep, if not bungling, in its decision to table a report in Parliament which stated that Prime Minister Andrew Holness could face corruption charges, while being aware

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South Africa: Public Urged to Report Vandalism of Electricity Infrastructure

Eskom has called on the public to report the theft and vandalism of electricity infrastructure which has risen to disastrous proportions, threatening essential services and the lives of innocent people across the Gauteng province. Eskom has reported concerning levels of damage to its network such as transformers and substations, leading to prolonged outages to customers

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Senators Urge Committee Investigating TikTok to Impose ‘Strict Structural Restrictions’ in US

In a new letter, Sens. Richard Blumenthal and Jerry Moran urge a U.S. government committee to “potentially separate” TikTok from its Chinese parent company. TikTok is displayed on the screen of an iPhone. OLIVIER DOULIERY/AFP via GI Two more senators are calling for restrictions on TikTok’s operations in the U.S., citing alleged risks to national

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The Last Count of Monte Cristo Brings Afrofuturism to the Classics

The author, Ayize Jama-Everett, believes that “the narratives of our times dictate the realities of the future,” according to his biography, and often incorporates themes of found family, survivalism, and “irrational optimism” in his writing. The illustrator, Tristan Roach, is an award-winning Barbados-based artist, and brings lived experience of Dumas’ upbringing into the pages. The

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Dalit student’s death | IIT-B knew depth of issue and yet said discrimination not an issue, says APPSC

Image for representational purposes only. A day after the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay admitted to having conducted two surveys in 2022 promising to end caste discrimination and “culture of exclusion”, the APPSC, a student body of the campus, said on Friday, “The institute already knew the depth of the issue and yet they keep

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Africa: ‘Hate Speech Loads the Gun, Misinformation Pulls the Trigger’

Madrid — In this world of wars, massive weapons production, sales and use; of sharpening inequalities and deadly climate emergencies, hate speech and its inhumane impact, is being amplified at ‘unprecedented scale’ by new technologies. Hate speech has now reached dangerous records, fuelling discrimination, racism, xenophobia and staggering human rights violations. It mainly targets whoever

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Supreme Court suspends transfer order of Ghulam Mahmood Dogar as Lahore CCPO

The picture shows a general view of Supreme Court’s building. —APP/FileGhulam Dogar gets relief in transfer case.SC questions Dogar’s transfer on verbal request.CEC Raja skips hearing due to illness.ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Friday suspended the transfer order of Ghulam Mahmood Dogar as the Lahore capital city police officer (CCPO) and forwarded the matter to

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Kim Kardashian Applauds Pennsylvania Governor For Urging State To Abolish Death Penalty

Kim Kardashian I’m All For Ending Death Penalty … PA Governor’s Right!!! 2/16/2023 5:22 PM PT Kim Kardashian is applauding Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s call to abolish capital punishment in his state. Gov. Shapiro urged state lawmakers to end the death penalty in Pennsylvania in a Thursday announcement, with Kim quote tweeting the Governor’s social

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Big Tech CEO’s Hit With Congressional Subpoenas Over Government ‘Collusion’

Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan has taken the lead in attacking big tech over supposed “collusion” with the government.Photo: Drew Angerer (Getty Images)The House Judiciary Committee announced Wednesday that it had subpoenaed several of the biggest tech CEOs in the U.S., from Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, and Meta, for documents and communications related to more vague

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Raquel Welch Dead at 82

Raquel Welch, who paved the way as both an actress and international sex symbol has died … this publication has learned. According to family members, Raquel died this morning after a brief illness. Welch first rose to fame for her back-to-back roles in “Fantastic Voyage” and “One Million Years B.C.” — both in 1966. Welch only

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Mustang Talks Galloping Away From ‘Masked Singer,’ Belting a Rock Classic

The country singer discusses taking on Whitesnake during the show. Mustang on ‘The Masked Singer.’ Michael Becker / FOX Spoiler alert: This story contains information about contestants eliminated on Wednesday’s (Feb. 15) episode of The Masked Singer. The ninth season of Fox’s The Masked Singer launched with formidable competition, with night one seeing the Mustang—an

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The Piano viewers say Claudia Winkleman’s new show is ‘just what we need’ as it premieres on Channel 4

Claudia Winkleman’s new television series, The Piano, hit Channel 4 on Wednesday, February 15, and viewers have dubbed it the tonic they needed “when the world feels so cruel at present”. The series, which will be spread across five episodes each set in a new location, hosted by The Traitors presenter, will see budding pianists

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Playboi Carti Allegedly Choked Pregnant Girlfriend, Arrested On Felony Charge

Playboi Carti Arrested On Felony Assault Charge … Allegedly Choked Pregnant GF 2/14/2023 12:50 AM PT Playboi Carti was arrested in Georgia for allegedly choking his pregnant girlfriend following an argument over a paternity test. According to the arrest affidavit, obtained by this publication, the woman told police the rapper grabbed her by her throat and

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Gambia: Gambia-Bangladesh Agree to Co-Deploy Troops to UN Peacekeeping Mission

The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Dr. Mamadou Tangara, has embarked on an official visit to the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and paid a courtesy call on the Honourable Prime Minister, Her Excellency Sheikh Hasina on Thursday, 8th February 2023. Honourable Minister Dr. Tangara took the opportunity to deliver a

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Lana Del Rey Bonds With Billie Eilish Over Being Hated as Young Artists: ‘For Me, It Was Trial by Fire’

“No matter what you do to redeem yourself, it doesn’t matter,” Eilish lamented to Billboard’s 2023 Women In Music honoree. Lana Del Rey attends Variety 2021 Music Hitmakers Brunch Presented By Peacock and GIRLS5EVA at City Market Social House on Dec. 4, 2021 in Los Angeles. Rodin Eckenroth/FilmMagic Though Lana Del Rey and Billie Eilish

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HARDY Envisions Rock-Centric and All-Female Editions of His ‘Hixtape’ Series

The singer-songwriter tells Billboard about the possible evolution of his Hixtape series. HARDY Ryan Smith HARDY’s rock-country amalgamation The Mockingbird & THE CROW crowned three Billboard charts — Top Rock & Alternative Albums, Top Rock Albums and Top Hard Rock Albums — upon its release, solidifying the singer-songwriter as a genre-fluid purveyor at a time

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Atlas Global Capital Wins Prestigious Award as Best Ethical Investment Company of 2022

Singapore, 14th February 2023, ZEXPRWIRE, We are proud to announce that Atlas Global Capital has been awarded the prestigious honor of being named the Best Ethical Investment Company of 2022. This award stands as a testament to Atlas Global Capital’s dedication to providing their clients with the best ethical investments and exemplary service. “We are

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Gambia: ‘Decentralisation of Court System Will Enhance Justice Delivery System’

Hon. Baboucarr Boye, the minister of Public Service, said on Thursday that the decentralisation of the court system will enhance justice delivery service in The Gambia. The minister made the remark while deputising President Adama Barrow at the inauguration of the newly built court complex in Bundung. “My government will remain steadfastly committed to providing

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Chris Berman picks the winner

Feb 10, 2023Chris BermanNFL Studio Host, SportsCenter Anchor, Baseball Commentator CloseSince October 1979, ESPN’s Chris Berman has become one of America’s most respected, popular and beloved sportscasters of his era. A six-time National Sportscaster of the Year, Berman’s shows have won eight Emmy Awards and 12 CableACEs.Chris Berman is back for his NFL pick for

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Nigeria: CBN Debunks Misleading Report, Says NSPMC Has Capacity to Produce New Banknotes

*Insists it’s working to boost circulation nationwide Contrary to a misleading report, which misquoted the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele, as attributing the current challenge in the distribution of the redesigned naira banknotes to a shortage of printing materials at the Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company (NSPMC) Plc

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Heartbreak, Pain and ZOMBIES | The Last of Us Episode 5 Review

OffEnglishIn the fifth episode of The Last of Us on HBO Max, Joel and Ellie team up with other survivors to escape the city run by Kathleen’s army.PublishedYesterdayWe may earn a commission from links on this page.Video Program GuideMost PopularLatest VideosTechScienceio9EartherMost PopularSlide 1 of 16Now playing02:53Google’s Antitrust Case Is the Best Thing That Ever Happened

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Nigeria: Supreme Court Replies Critics, Says Its Silence Must Not Be Taken for Weakness or Cowardice

*Urges attackers to channel their grievances to political parties The Supreme Court yesterday reacted in anger to the attacks on its judges over the recent judgments they delivered, warning that those who had been “venting convoluted anger” were ignorant of the law. Recently, the apex court had delivered what many Nigerians thought were controversial verdicts

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Damar Hamlin Say’s He’ll ‘Change The World’ W/ Donation Money

Damar Hamlin ‘I’m Gonna Change The World’ … W/ Millions In Donation $ 2/11/2023 10:43 AM PT TMZSports.com Damar Hamlin has big plans for the millions that were donated to his foundation after his cardiac arrest medical emergency … telling this publication Sports he’s “gonna change the world.” Remember, over 240k contributors showed the Buffalo Bills’

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Ethiopia Orthodox leaders postpone protest called amid hegemony claims

The Orthodox Church in Ethiopia has called off demonstrations planned for Sunday following a meeting with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. The protests followed the creation of a breakaway synod by Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church bishops in Oromia. Breakaway bishops accused the Church of discrimination and linguistic and cultural hegemony, saying congregations in Oromia are not

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5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (February 11)

From Residente’s new film to NEON16’s new partnership, check out this week’s best Latin music news. Residente Esteban Chacin From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts

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Togo’s Covid-19 fund scandal: Government denies misappropriation claims

The Togolese government has dismissed allegations of malfeasance in the management of the fund intended to fight the coronavirus epidemic, saying that spending is “compliant, regular and sincere”. Significant irregularities have been pinpointed in an audit report by the Court of Auditors, sparking outrage in the West African country. In a press release published Thursday

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UP Express train service to Toronto Pearson Airport suspended, buses offered

TORONTO — Authorities with Pearson International Airport near Toronto say the link connecting the site with a major downtown rail hub is “experiencing service issues” and is not currently operating.  The airport issued a tweet announcing the temporary suspension of the UP Express, which connects Pearson with Toronto’s Union Station, adding shuttle buses are available

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Trey Reely Releases New Book

Trey Reely, a retired educator, is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Jokes Make You Smarter: Create a Bazillion New Brain Cells with Every Joke. New York, NY (1888PressRelease) February 10, 2023 – Any subject that prompts thinking, that exercises the brain, makes you smarter. Kids of all ages (including young-at-heart adults)

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French-Moroccan diplomatic ties in turmoil: Ambassador’s mission comes to an end amid crisis

The mission of Morocco’s ambassador to France has ended without a successor being appointed, in a climate of diplomatic crisis between Rabat and Paris, local media announced on Friday. “In accordance with high royal instructions, it has been decided to terminate the functions of Mr. Mohamed Benchaâboun as Ambassador of His Majesty to the French

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Belmond to manage Hotel Romazzino

Belmond has announced an agreement with Sardegna Resorts S.r.l. to manage the Hotel Romazzino. Under the management of the luxury hotel company, the establishment will be called Romazzino, A Belmond Hotel, Costa Smeralda. Hotel Romazzino will join the brand’s portfolio from 2024. Under the Belmond brand, the hotel will offer rooms, suites, and villas to

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Uganda: Minister Amongi Speaks Out On Disagreement With Nabbanja, Byarugaba Interdiction and the Shs 6 Billion

Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development Betty Amongi Akena speaks to NBS Television’s Canary Mugume about her suspicions regarding the management of the National Social Security Firm (NSSF) that have led to the parliament probe. The board recommended Richard Byarugaba to be re-appointed despite him clicking retirement age. Why did you not go by

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