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Leonard A. Lauder, chairman emeritus and former chief executive officer of Estée Lauder Companies Inc., has died at the age of 92, the New York–based cosmetics group said in a statement on 15 June.
The eldest son of beauty pioneer Estée Lauder, Leonard Lauder joined the family business in 1958 and steered it from a single-brand venture into one of the world’s largest cosmetics makers. As CEO and later chairman, he oversaw a wave of product innovation, international expansion and strategic acquisitions that turned the company into a global household name.
Beyond the boardroom, Lauder was a prominent philanthropist, donating hundreds of millions of dollars to art institutions and funding medical research, including major grants for Alzheimer’s studies. His death marks the passing of one of the industry’s most influential figures, credited with reshaping modern beauty retail and elevating the Estée Lauder brand to an international empire.
Leonard Lauder has died. A tremendous philanthropist, Zionist, and beauty pioneer. May his memory be a blessing. (Photo @nypost) https://t.co/7XMhY6kcHN
Saddened to hear of Leonard Lauder's passing, but his legacy will live on for generations in the groundbreaking work against Alzheimer’s he helped pioneer at @TheADDF 🙏 https://t.co/Of9LmtmlLn
RIP Leonard Lauder, a giant in the world of NYC art philanthropy and a fun person to interview.
Mr. Lauder, son of beauty entrepreneur Estée Lauder, played a pivotal role in transforming the company from one beauty brand into a leading conglomerate. https://t.co/joJpH8OtH6
Born into a Jewish family in New York City, Leonard Lauder, as a boy, would join his mother on sales calls in salons and help her pack boxes of powder and cleansing oils. #9News https://t.co/sDEiKKuanP
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Air India flight AI171 crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad on 12 June, killing all 241 people on board, among them former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.
Authorities said DNA profiling at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital has produced 87 confirmed matches from 92 samples, enabling the release of 47 bodies to relatives so far. Air India stated it has contacted the next of kin of every passenger.
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Brazilian samba pioneer Bira Presidente, born Ubirajara Félix do Nascimento, died on Saturday night, 14 June, in Rio de Janeiro at the age of 88. According to statements released by family representatives and reported by local media, the musician succumbed to complications related to prostate cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
A founding figure of the bloco Cacique de Ramos and a co-creator of the influential group Fundo de Quintal, Bira Presidente helped shape the modern pagode sound that revitalised samba from the late 1970s onward. His innovative approach to percussion and unwavering commitment to the genre earned him recognition as a leading guardian of Brazil’s musical heritage.
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Rio de Janeiro Mayor Eduardo Paes and numerous artists, including singer-composer Dudu Nobre, issued public tributes, praising Bira Presidente’s cultural legacy. A public wake is scheduled in Rio, with formal homages from Cacique de Ramos and Fundo de Quintal, allowing fans and fellow musicians to pay their respects.
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Former Nicaraguan president Violeta Barrios de Chamorro, whose 1990 electoral victory made her the first woman chosen by popular vote to lead any nation in the Americas, died on 14 June in San José, Costa Rica. She was 95, according to a statement released by her family, which said she passed away peacefully after a long illness and would be laid to rest in Costa Rica, where she had lived in exile since 2023.
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Former Nicaraguan President Violeta Barrios de Chamorro dies The first democratically elected head of state in America and the woman who defeated former Sandinista guerrilla fighter Daniel Ortega at the polls in 1990, died this Saturday in Costa Rica at the age of 95. /cvml https://t.co/7H49dZG0FI
Nicaragua's former President Violeta Chamorro dies at 95, family says https://t.co/JtwOHq9AZ6 https://t.co/Y9nkycpmzH
FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT IN THE AMERICAS Violeta Chamorro, former president of Nicaragua, dies at 95 📲 Recall her trajectory on the Estadão website > https://t.co/cgGW28GSA4 https://t.co/eBLMUWeuJg
Nicaragua's former President Violeta Chamorro dies at 95, family says, reports AP. https://t.co/NAWZwQZPOl
Former Nicaraguan President Violeta Chamorro, America's first democratically elected head of state, dies https://t.co/CsSis4a76Y
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Fernando Lázaro, a prominent journalist and founding editor of the Spanish newspaper El Mundo, has died at the age of 58 in Madrid. Lázaro was widely recognized for his investigative work over a 35-year career at El Mundo, where he earned a reputation as a leading figure in journalism. His death has been mourned by politicians, victims of terrorism, military personnel, and colleagues who praised his impactful reporting and significant contributions to the profession. Born in Logroño in 1966, Lázaro left a lasting legacy within the Spanish media landscape.
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Minnesota’s slain Democratic leader Melissa Hortman is being remembered for steering a sweeping liberal agenda through the state House when Democrats held a razor-thin majority two years ago. As the chamber’s top Democrat, she helped shepherd a package of progressive initiatives to passage, marking a series of victories for the party’s priorities.
After Democrats lost control of the House, Hortman remained influential, brokering a bipartisan budget agreement from the minority bench. Colleagues say her ability to negotiate across the aisle ensured critical state funding continued without interruption, underscoring her reputation as a pragmatic deal-maker even outside the speaker’s chair.
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Mildred Wanyama, mother of Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Vice President McDonald Mariga and former professional footballer Victor Wanyama, passed away peacefully on the morning of June 14, 2025. McDonald Mariga confirmed her death and indicated that further details would be released soon. Mildred Wanyama was recognized as the matriarch of one of Kenya's most prominent sporting families. She was married to Noah Wanyama, a legendary player for AFC Leopards. Her son McDonald Mariga is noted for scoring at the San Siro stadium and winning the UEFA Champions League. Burial arrangements are currently underway.
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Gusti Irwan Wibowo, known as Gustiwiw, a 25-year-old musician and radio broadcaster, passed away on June 15, 2025. His death occurred in a lodging facility in Lembang, West Java, where police reported he was found deceased in the bathroom. Prior to his death, Gustiwiw had complained of dizziness to a close friend. His mother, Sri Yulianti, recalled that he had mentioned plans to return home on Sunday, June 15.
The musician's body was brought back to his family home in Pondok Melati, Bekasi, where his arrival was met with emotional responses from relatives. Gustiwiw was remembered as a cheerful individual who brought laughter to those around him. The police from Cimahi Resort have provided details on the circumstances surrounding his death.
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Lauren Miller, an executive for Bravo’s “Real Housewives” franchise, died on 14 June while giving birth to her third child. She was a senior figure on the series and had been involved in production decisions across multiple city editions of the long-running reality franchise.
Miller’s infant son survived the delivery and has been discharged from the hospital, according to family statements. Her husband, Kevin Miller, has brought the newborn home, where he will be cared for alongside the couple’s two older children.
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Indian businessman and polo patron Sunjay Kapur died on Thursday, 12 June, after suffering a cardiac arrest triggered by a bee sting during a match at Guards Polo Club in Windsor, according to multiple media reports.
Witnesses said Kapur inadvertently swallowed a bee while playing, and the sting to his throat caused rapid swelling and breathing difficulties. The game was halted as medics tried to resuscitate him, but he was pronounced dead a short time later.
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Brian Wilson, the creative force behind the Beach Boys and one of the most influential figures in American pop music, has died, according to multiple media outlets. His passing comes just two days after the death of another musical trail-blazer, Sly Stone, who died earlier in the week at age 82.
Wilson’s death prompted an outpouring of tributes and retrospectives from publications ranging from The New York Times and Rolling Stone to the BBC and Variety, each revisiting his decades-long catalog that reshaped rock and pop with albums such as “Pet Sounds” and the unfinished “Smile.” Music critics highlighted tracks including “Good Vibrations,” “God Only Knows” and “Surf’s Up” as enduring examples of his sophisticated songwriting and studio innovation.
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South Africa on Saturday held separate funerals for two eminent former security officials, honouring their decades of public service. Lieutenant General Gilbert Ramano, a veteran of the armed struggle who later served as South African National Defence Force Chief of Staff, was laid to rest with full military honours at Thaba Tshwane Cemetery in Pretoria. Ramano, who died on 8 June at the age of 85, was remembered by SANDF Chief Lieutenant-General Rudzani Maphwanya as a “giant” who never wavered in his commitment to the liberation cause.
In Cape Town, mourners gathered at St. James Church in Kenilworth for the Special Provincial Official Funeral: Category 2 of retired Major-General André Lincoln. Lincoln, 63, headed the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit and previously served on Nelson Mandela’s personal security detail. He was praised as a distinguished police veteran whose investigative work left a lasting mark on efforts to curb organised crime in the province.
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Former U.S. Representative Charles B. Rangel, a towering figure in New York politics who died last month at the age of 94, was honored with a rare lying-in-state ceremony at New York City Hall on 12 June. Mayor Eric Adams received the casket, while the Rev. Al Sharpton led an opening prayer in the rotunda before members of the public filed past to pay their respects.
City Hall has accorded the distinction to only a handful of leaders, a list that includes Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S. Grant. Rangel’s casket remained on public view throughout the day as civic leaders recalled his decades representing Harlem in Albany and later in the U.S. House, where he became known as the “Lion of Lenox Avenue.”
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Loren Ruch, the head of content for HGTV and co-host of the 2021 series "HGTV House Party," has died at the age of 55. Although he had a long-term battle with blood cancer, his family clarified that the immediate cause of death was pneumonia. Ruch passed away on Thursday at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. He was widely recognized and respected for his contributions to HGTV programming.
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Italian corporate lawyer Franzo Grande Stevens, celebrated for his decades-long counsel to industrialist Gianni Agnelli and widely dubbed “l’avvocato dell’Avvocato,” died in Turin on 13 June, Italian media reported. He was 95 and would have turned 96 in September.
Grande Stevens was honorary president of Juventus Football Club and a key adviser to the Agnelli family during their most consequential financial and legal battles. His death marks the end of an era for Italian business and sport, where his discreet but powerful influence helped shape the fortunes of Fiat and its successor companies.
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Bernard Kerik, former New York City Police Commissioner known for his role in reducing crime in New York City and his leadership alongside then-Mayor Rudy Giuliani following the September 11 terrorist attacks, has passed away. Kerik was recognized as a prominent figure in law enforcement and a Middle East expert. He was also noted for his patriotic support of former President Donald Trump. His death has been met with widespread mourning and tributes highlighting his contributions to public safety and national security.
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Meredith Gaudreau, the widow of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, has published a personal essay in The Players’ Tribune detailing the moment she learned of her husband’s death. Released on 12 June ahead of Father’s Day, the piece serves as a tribute to the late athlete and father of the couple’s three children.
Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were killed in a cycling accident in New Jersey nearly a year ago. In the essay, Meredith recalls receiving the call that confirmed the crash, writing that she was "in shock" and "keeled over for days sick to my stomach." She also laments that their youngest son will never meet his father, adding, "I wish so badly that you could meet your son."
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Jon Jones, former UFC light heavyweight champion, has been officially stripped of his title as of June 13, 2025. This development comes amid ongoing discussions about a potential fight with interim champion Tom Aspinall, which has yet to be confirmed. UFC president Dana White's stance on the situation appears to have shifted recently, fueling speculation about the matchup. Former UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier has publicly criticized Jones for refusing to face Aspinall, asserting that if Jones were truly the greatest, he would accept the fight to unify the UFC title. Jones has also shared his personal 'Mount Rushmore' of MMA, naming himself alongside Anderson Silva, Georges St-Pierre, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and Demetrious Johnson, collectively holding a combined UFC record of 66-10-1 with 43 title fight wins. Additionally, the MMA community mourned the death of Ben Askren, a two-time NCAA wrestling champion and former Bellator and ONE welterweight titleholder, who passed away at age 40.
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The French cultural and media community gathered on June 26, 2025, at the Saint-Germain-des-Prés church in Paris to attend the funeral of journalist Philippe Labro, who passed away on June 4, 2025. The ceremony saw the presence of notable figures including Laeticia Hallyday, Fabrice Luchni, Michel Drucker, Renaud Capuçon, Jean-Jacques Bourdin, Yannick Alléno, Sophie Davant, William Leymergie, Laurent Delahousse, Gautier Capuçon, Thomas Sotto, and Didier Barbelivien. Françoise Coulon, Labro's widow, attended the service dressed in white to honor him. Françoise Laborde paid tribute to Labro, describing him as a "genius of versatility." Meanwhile, the family and legal saga surrounding actor Alain Delon's inheritance continues.
The children of Ari Boulogne, who is the alleged son of Alain Delon, have revived a paternity case originally initiated by Ari Boulogne in 2019 before his death in 2023. A court decision on this matter is expected on September 25, 2025. Alain Delon's children, Anouchka, Anthony, and Alain-Fabien, have publicly opposed Ari Boulogne in this dispute. Additionally, there is renewed public interest in Alain Delon's estate, including his burial site at his Douchy property.
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Ananda Lewis, a defining on-air personality of MTV’s late-1990s heyday, died Wednesday at age 52 after a years-long battle with breast cancer, her sister Lakshmi Emory said in a Facebook post.
Lewis joined MTV in 1997 and quickly became one of the network’s most recognizable video jockeys, hosting flagship programs such as “Total Request Live” and “Hot Zone.” She had previously fronted BET’s “Teen Summit” and later launched the nationally syndicated “The Ananda Lewis Show.” During her career she earned an NAACP Image Award for the documentary “True Life: I Am Driving While Black.”
The Los Angeles-born host revealed in 2020 that she had been diagnosed with stage III breast cancer, later stating the disease had advanced to stage IV. She used her platform to encourage early screening and greater awareness of the illness. Lewis is survived by her 14-year-old son.
Ananda Lewis, a former MTV VJ who connected a generation of music fans to their favorite celebrities in the network's heyday, has died. She was 52. She announced in 2020 that she was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer after she conducted a self exam. In her announcement at https://t.co/ygH1UrH7mm
Ananda Lewis was an MTV VJ who palled around town with everyone from Prince to Madonna. She passed away this week at 52 after a battle with breast cancer. We remember her as one of New York City's defining 'It Girls.' https://t.co/FIoxa9veJb
Ananda Lewis, the former MTV VJ, has died at the age of 52. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020. Lewis worked at MTV from 1997 to 2001. She won a NAACP for True Life: I Am Driving While Black. https://t.co/AnjY1L2wsY
Ananda Lewis, one of MTV’s first video jockeys and a former host of “Total Request Live,” “Hot Zone,” and “The Ananda Lewis Show,” died on Wednesday of breast cancer. She was 52. https://t.co/Kj9I4mCydz https://t.co/a0u8QBcC5m
RIP Ananda Lewis, former MTV VJ and host. 🕊️ https://t.co/rRap4mLapK
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Leonard A. Lauder, chairman emeritus and former chief executive officer of Estée Lauder Companies Inc., has died at the age of 92, the New York–based cosmetics group said in a statement on 15 June.
The eldest son of beauty pioneer Estée Lauder, Leonard Lauder joined the family business in 1958 and steered it from a single-brand venture into one of the world’s largest cosmetics makers. As CEO and later chairman, he oversaw a wave of product innovation, international expansion and strategic acquisitions that turned the company into a global household name.
Beyond the boardroom, Lauder was a prominent philanthropist, donating hundreds of millions of dollars to art institutions and funding medical research, including major grants for Alzheimer’s studies. His death marks the passing of one of the industry’s most influential figures, credited with reshaping modern beauty retail and elevating the Estée Lauder brand to an international empire.
Leonard Lauder has died. A tremendous philanthropist, Zionist, and beauty pioneer. May his memory be a blessing. (Photo @nypost) https://t.co/7XMhY6kcHN
Saddened to hear of Leonard Lauder's passing, but his legacy will live on for generations in the groundbreaking work against Alzheimer’s he helped pioneer at @TheADDF 🙏 https://t.co/Of9LmtmlLn
RIP Leonard Lauder, a giant in the world of NYC art philanthropy and a fun person to interview.
Mr. Lauder, son of beauty entrepreneur Estée Lauder, played a pivotal role in transforming the company from one beauty brand into a leading conglomerate. https://t.co/joJpH8OtH6
Born into a Jewish family in New York City, Leonard Lauder, as a boy, would join his mother on sales calls in salons and help her pack boxes of powder and cleansing oils. #9News https://t.co/sDEiKKuanP
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Air India flight AI171 crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad on 12 June, killing all 241 people on board, among them former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.
Authorities said DNA profiling at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital has produced 87 confirmed matches from 92 samples, enabling the release of 47 bodies to relatives so far. Air India stated it has contacted the next of kin of every passenger.
Read more
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Brazilian samba pioneer Bira Presidente, born Ubirajara Félix do Nascimento, died on Saturday night, 14 June, in Rio de Janeiro at the age of 88. According to statements released by family representatives and reported by local media, the musician succumbed to complications related to prostate cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
A founding figure of the bloco Cacique de Ramos and a co-creator of the influential group Fundo de Quintal, Bira Presidente helped shape the modern pagode sound that revitalised samba from the late 1970s onward. His innovative approach to percussion and unwavering commitment to the genre earned him recognition as a leading guardian of Brazil’s musical heritage.
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Rio de Janeiro Mayor Eduardo Paes and numerous artists, including singer-composer Dudu Nobre, issued public tributes, praising Bira Presidente’s cultural legacy. A public wake is scheduled in Rio, with formal homages from Cacique de Ramos and Fundo de Quintal, allowing fans and fellow musicians to pay their respects.
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Former Nicaraguan president Violeta Barrios de Chamorro, whose 1990 electoral victory made her the first woman chosen by popular vote to lead any nation in the Americas, died on 14 June in San José, Costa Rica. She was 95, according to a statement released by her family, which said she passed away peacefully after a long illness and would be laid to rest in Costa Rica, where she had lived in exile since 2023.
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Former Nicaraguan President Violeta Barrios de Chamorro dies The first democratically elected head of state in America and the woman who defeated former Sandinista guerrilla fighter Daniel Ortega at the polls in 1990, died this Saturday in Costa Rica at the age of 95. /cvml https://t.co/7H49dZG0FI
Nicaragua's former President Violeta Chamorro dies at 95, family says https://t.co/JtwOHq9AZ6 https://t.co/Y9nkycpmzH
FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT IN THE AMERICAS Violeta Chamorro, former president of Nicaragua, dies at 95 📲 Recall her trajectory on the Estadão website > https://t.co/cgGW28GSA4 https://t.co/eBLMUWeuJg
Nicaragua's former President Violeta Chamorro dies at 95, family says, reports AP. https://t.co/NAWZwQZPOl
Former Nicaraguan President Violeta Chamorro, America's first democratically elected head of state, dies https://t.co/CsSis4a76Y
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Fernando Lázaro, a prominent journalist and founding editor of the Spanish newspaper El Mundo, has died at the age of 58 in Madrid. Lázaro was widely recognized for his investigative work over a 35-year career at El Mundo, where he earned a reputation as a leading figure in journalism. His death has been mourned by politicians, victims of terrorism, military personnel, and colleagues who praised his impactful reporting and significant contributions to the profession. Born in Logroño in 1966, Lázaro left a lasting legacy within the Spanish media landscape.
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Minnesota’s slain Democratic leader Melissa Hortman is being remembered for steering a sweeping liberal agenda through the state House when Democrats held a razor-thin majority two years ago. As the chamber’s top Democrat, she helped shepherd a package of progressive initiatives to passage, marking a series of victories for the party’s priorities.
After Democrats lost control of the House, Hortman remained influential, brokering a bipartisan budget agreement from the minority bench. Colleagues say her ability to negotiate across the aisle ensured critical state funding continued without interruption, underscoring her reputation as a pragmatic deal-maker even outside the speaker’s chair.
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Mildred Wanyama, mother of Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Vice President McDonald Mariga and former professional footballer Victor Wanyama, passed away peacefully on the morning of June 14, 2025. McDonald Mariga confirmed her death and indicated that further details would be released soon. Mildred Wanyama was recognized as the matriarch of one of Kenya's most prominent sporting families. She was married to Noah Wanyama, a legendary player for AFC Leopards. Her son McDonald Mariga is noted for scoring at the San Siro stadium and winning the UEFA Champions League. Burial arrangements are currently underway.
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Gusti Irwan Wibowo, known as Gustiwiw, a 25-year-old musician and radio broadcaster, passed away on June 15, 2025. His death occurred in a lodging facility in Lembang, West Java, where police reported he was found deceased in the bathroom. Prior to his death, Gustiwiw had complained of dizziness to a close friend. His mother, Sri Yulianti, recalled that he had mentioned plans to return home on Sunday, June 15.
The musician's body was brought back to his family home in Pondok Melati, Bekasi, where his arrival was met with emotional responses from relatives. Gustiwiw was remembered as a cheerful individual who brought laughter to those around him. The police from Cimahi Resort have provided details on the circumstances surrounding his death.
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Lauren Miller, an executive for Bravo’s “Real Housewives” franchise, died on 14 June while giving birth to her third child. She was a senior figure on the series and had been involved in production decisions across multiple city editions of the long-running reality franchise.
Miller’s infant son survived the delivery and has been discharged from the hospital, according to family statements. Her husband, Kevin Miller, has brought the newborn home, where he will be cared for alongside the couple’s two older children.
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Indian businessman and polo patron Sunjay Kapur died on Thursday, 12 June, after suffering a cardiac arrest triggered by a bee sting during a match at Guards Polo Club in Windsor, according to multiple media reports.
Witnesses said Kapur inadvertently swallowed a bee while playing, and the sting to his throat caused rapid swelling and breathing difficulties. The game was halted as medics tried to resuscitate him, but he was pronounced dead a short time later.
Read more
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Brian Wilson, the creative force behind the Beach Boys and one of the most influential figures in American pop music, has died, according to multiple media outlets. His passing comes just two days after the death of another musical trail-blazer, Sly Stone, who died earlier in the week at age 82.
Wilson’s death prompted an outpouring of tributes and retrospectives from publications ranging from The New York Times and Rolling Stone to the BBC and Variety, each revisiting his decades-long catalog that reshaped rock and pop with albums such as “Pet Sounds” and the unfinished “Smile.” Music critics highlighted tracks including “Good Vibrations,” “God Only Knows” and “Surf’s Up” as enduring examples of his sophisticated songwriting and studio innovation.
Read more
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South Africa on Saturday held separate funerals for two eminent former security officials, honouring their decades of public service. Lieutenant General Gilbert Ramano, a veteran of the armed struggle who later served as South African National Defence Force Chief of Staff, was laid to rest with full military honours at Thaba Tshwane Cemetery in Pretoria. Ramano, who died on 8 June at the age of 85, was remembered by SANDF Chief Lieutenant-General Rudzani Maphwanya as a “giant” who never wavered in his commitment to the liberation cause.
In Cape Town, mourners gathered at St. James Church in Kenilworth for the Special Provincial Official Funeral: Category 2 of retired Major-General André Lincoln. Lincoln, 63, headed the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit and previously served on Nelson Mandela’s personal security detail. He was praised as a distinguished police veteran whose investigative work left a lasting mark on efforts to curb organised crime in the province.
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Former U.S. Representative Charles B. Rangel, a towering figure in New York politics who died last month at the age of 94, was honored with a rare lying-in-state ceremony at New York City Hall on 12 June. Mayor Eric Adams received the casket, while the Rev. Al Sharpton led an opening prayer in the rotunda before members of the public filed past to pay their respects.
City Hall has accorded the distinction to only a handful of leaders, a list that includes Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S. Grant. Rangel’s casket remained on public view throughout the day as civic leaders recalled his decades representing Harlem in Albany and later in the U.S. House, where he became known as the “Lion of Lenox Avenue.”
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Loren Ruch, the head of content for HGTV and co-host of the 2021 series "HGTV House Party," has died at the age of 55. Although he had a long-term battle with blood cancer, his family clarified that the immediate cause of death was pneumonia. Ruch passed away on Thursday at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. He was widely recognized and respected for his contributions to HGTV programming.
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Italian corporate lawyer Franzo Grande Stevens, celebrated for his decades-long counsel to industrialist Gianni Agnelli and widely dubbed “l’avvocato dell’Avvocato,” died in Turin on 13 June, Italian media reported. He was 95 and would have turned 96 in September.
Grande Stevens was honorary president of Juventus Football Club and a key adviser to the Agnelli family during their most consequential financial and legal battles. His death marks the end of an era for Italian business and sport, where his discreet but powerful influence helped shape the fortunes of Fiat and its successor companies.
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Bernard Kerik, former New York City Police Commissioner known for his role in reducing crime in New York City and his leadership alongside then-Mayor Rudy Giuliani following the September 11 terrorist attacks, has passed away. Kerik was recognized as a prominent figure in law enforcement and a Middle East expert. He was also noted for his patriotic support of former President Donald Trump. His death has been met with widespread mourning and tributes highlighting his contributions to public safety and national security.
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Meredith Gaudreau, the widow of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, has published a personal essay in The Players’ Tribune detailing the moment she learned of her husband’s death. Released on 12 June ahead of Father’s Day, the piece serves as a tribute to the late athlete and father of the couple’s three children.
Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were killed in a cycling accident in New Jersey nearly a year ago. In the essay, Meredith recalls receiving the call that confirmed the crash, writing that she was "in shock" and "keeled over for days sick to my stomach." She also laments that their youngest son will never meet his father, adding, "I wish so badly that you could meet your son."
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Jon Jones, former UFC light heavyweight champion, has been officially stripped of his title as of June 13, 2025. This development comes amid ongoing discussions about a potential fight with interim champion Tom Aspinall, which has yet to be confirmed. UFC president Dana White's stance on the situation appears to have shifted recently, fueling speculation about the matchup. Former UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier has publicly criticized Jones for refusing to face Aspinall, asserting that if Jones were truly the greatest, he would accept the fight to unify the UFC title. Jones has also shared his personal 'Mount Rushmore' of MMA, naming himself alongside Anderson Silva, Georges St-Pierre, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and Demetrious Johnson, collectively holding a combined UFC record of 66-10-1 with 43 title fight wins. Additionally, the MMA community mourned the death of Ben Askren, a two-time NCAA wrestling champion and former Bellator and ONE welterweight titleholder, who passed away at age 40.
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The French cultural and media community gathered on June 26, 2025, at the Saint-Germain-des-Prés church in Paris to attend the funeral of journalist Philippe Labro, who passed away on June 4, 2025. The ceremony saw the presence of notable figures including Laeticia Hallyday, Fabrice Luchni, Michel Drucker, Renaud Capuçon, Jean-Jacques Bourdin, Yannick Alléno, Sophie Davant, William Leymergie, Laurent Delahousse, Gautier Capuçon, Thomas Sotto, and Didier Barbelivien. Françoise Coulon, Labro's widow, attended the service dressed in white to honor him. Françoise Laborde paid tribute to Labro, describing him as a "genius of versatility." Meanwhile, the family and legal saga surrounding actor Alain Delon's inheritance continues.
The children of Ari Boulogne, who is the alleged son of Alain Delon, have revived a paternity case originally initiated by Ari Boulogne in 2019 before his death in 2023. A court decision on this matter is expected on September 25, 2025. Alain Delon's children, Anouchka, Anthony, and Alain-Fabien, have publicly opposed Ari Boulogne in this dispute. Additionally, there is renewed public interest in Alain Delon's estate, including his burial site at his Douchy property.
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Ananda Lewis, a defining on-air personality of MTV’s late-1990s heyday, died Wednesday at age 52 after a years-long battle with breast cancer, her sister Lakshmi Emory said in a Facebook post.
Lewis joined MTV in 1997 and quickly became one of the network’s most recognizable video jockeys, hosting flagship programs such as “Total Request Live” and “Hot Zone.” She had previously fronted BET’s “Teen Summit” and later launched the nationally syndicated “The Ananda Lewis Show.” During her career she earned an NAACP Image Award for the documentary “True Life: I Am Driving While Black.”
The Los Angeles-born host revealed in 2020 that she had been diagnosed with stage III breast cancer, later stating the disease had advanced to stage IV. She used her platform to encourage early screening and greater awareness of the illness. Lewis is survived by her 14-year-old son.
Ananda Lewis, a former MTV VJ who connected a generation of music fans to their favorite celebrities in the network's heyday, has died. She was 52. She announced in 2020 that she was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer after she conducted a self exam. In her announcement at https://t.co/ygH1UrH7mm
Ananda Lewis was an MTV VJ who palled around town with everyone from Prince to Madonna. She passed away this week at 52 after a battle with breast cancer. We remember her as one of New York City's defining 'It Girls.' https://t.co/FIoxa9veJb
Ananda Lewis, the former MTV VJ, has died at the age of 52. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020. Lewis worked at MTV from 1997 to 2001. She won a NAACP for True Life: I Am Driving While Black. https://t.co/AnjY1L2wsY
Ananda Lewis, one of MTV’s first video jockeys and a former host of “Total Request Live,” “Hot Zone,” and “The Ananda Lewis Show,” died on Wednesday of breast cancer. She was 52. https://t.co/Kj9I4mCydz https://t.co/a0u8QBcC5m
RIP Ananda Lewis, former MTV VJ and host. 🕊️ https://t.co/rRap4mLapK
