Shannen Doherty, ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star, passes away at 53
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shannen Doherty, the star of “Beverly Hills, 90210” whose life and career were often the subject of tabloid stories, has passed away at the age of 53. Doherty’s publicist confirmed that the actor lost her battle with breast cancer on Saturday. She rose to fame as Brenda in “Beverly Hills, 90210” and went on to work in various films and TV shows. Doherty was also known for her roles in “Mallrats,” “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back,” and the TV movie “A Burning Passion: The Margaret Mitchell Story.” She co-starred with Holly Marie Combs and Alyssa Milano in the series “Charmed” and participated in “Dancing with the Stars” in 2010.
Gnatalie, the only green-boned dinosaur, will be on display in LA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Natural History Museum in Los Angeles is set to exhibit a 75-foot-long sauropod dinosaur named Gnatalie. This new species is the only green dinosaur fossil in existence and will be showcased in the museum’s upcoming welcome center. Gnatalie, a herbivorous dinosaur from the late Jurassic Era, is related to the Brontosaurus and lived 150 million years ago. Discovered in the Badlands of Utah in 2007, Gnatalie is older than the Tyrannosaurus rex.
Princess Kate makes a rare appearance at Wimbledon after revealing cancer diagnosis
LONDON (AP) — Princess Kate, the wife of Prince William, was spotted at the Wimbledon men’s final, marking her second public appearance since sharing her cancer diagnosis. Kate received a warm welcome from the Centre Court crowd as she attended the championship match between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. As the patron of the All England Club since 2016, Kate’s ceremonial duties include presenting trophies to winners.
Spain and England to face off in European Championship final with royal spectators
BERLIN (AP) — Spain and England are set to meet in the European Championship final, with 17-year-old prodigy Lamine Yamal capturing attention. Royals, including Spain’s King Felipe and Prince William, are expected to attend the match. Spain is aiming to secure their fourth Euros title, while England is hoping to end their title drought stretching back to the 1966 World Cup.
France’s Bastille Day parade intertwines with Olympic torch relay in festive celebration
PARIS (AP) — Paris commemorated France’s national holiday with a special event as the Olympic torch relay joined the Bastille Day festivities. The occasion, 12 days before the city hosts the Summer Games, was marked by a grand display involving the military and fighter jets.
Fitness guru Richard Simmons passes away at 76
NEW YORK (AP) — Renowned fitness guru Richard Simmons has died at the age of 76. Known for his energetic workouts and motivational speeches, Simmons gained popularity through his show “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” and exercise videos.
First Titanic expedition in 14 years underway amidst submersible tragedy
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — RMS Titanic Inc. is embarking on its first expedition to the wreckage site of the Titanic in 14 years. Despite a recent submersible tragedy involving the Titan, the salvage company is hopeful for a successful mission.
Alec Baldwin’s manslaughter trial comes to an abrupt end
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Alec Baldwin’s trial for involuntary manslaughter in the death of Halyna Hutchins ended suddenly after a judge ruled the prosecution failed to disclose key evidence related to the ammunition. The trial’s conclusion leaves many unanswered questions about the tragic incident on the film set of “Rust.”
Dr. Ruth Westheimer, renowned sex therapist, passes away at 96
NEW YORK (AP) — Dr. Ruth Westheimer, the pioneering sex therapist known for her candid discussions on sexual health, has died at the age of 96. Westheimer’s fearless approach to taboo topics endeared her to millions of viewers and readers.
Mukesh Ambani’s son hosts extravagant wedding attended by global celebrities
MUMBAI, India (AP) — Anant Ambani, the youngest son of billionaire Mukesh Ambani, tied the knot with Radhika Merchant in a lavish ceremony attended by international VIPs. The wedding celebrations took place at the Ambani-owned Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, showcasing the family’s wealth and influence.
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