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Hundreds died during this year’s Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia amid intense heat, officials say

by SAMY MAGDY Associated Press June 19, 2024June 19, 2024

Saudi Arabia has spent billions of dollars on crowd control and safety measures for those attending the annual 5-day pilgrimage, but the sheer number of participants makes ensuring their safety difficult.

Arts & Entertainment

Angela Bofill, R&B balladeer with a dreamy, dynamic voice, dies at 70

by Harrison Smith The Washington Post June 19, 2024June 19, 2024

Raised in the Bronx by a Cuban father and Puerto Rican mother, Bofill released her debut album in 1978, when she was just 24, and became one of the first Latina singers to find consistent success in R&B.

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Gordon Ramsay, showing off bruised torso, says he’s ‘lucky to be here’ after bike crash

by Nardine Saad Los Angeles Times June 18, 2024

In a Saturday video posted on his social media accounts, the ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ star demanded that his followers wear a helmet.

Arts & Entertainment

Singer Justin Timberlake charged with driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons

by PHILIP MARCELO Associated Press June 18, 2024June 18, 2024

The 10-time Grammy winner was released without bond later Tuesday morning after being arraigned in Sag Harbor.

Team USA Olympic Opening and Closing Ceremony Uniforms

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Ralph Lauren goes with basic blue jeans for Team USA’s opening Olympic ceremony uniforms

by LEANNE ITALIE AP Lifestyles Writer June 18, 2024June 18, 2024

Ralph Lauren, which unveiled Tuesday its ninth turn creating Olympic parade looks for the Americans, is billing the pairing of snappy tailored navy blazers and jeans as ‘unexpected’ yet classic.