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Mark SavageMusic CorrespondentGetty ImagesOzzy Osbourne said at his final gig: “You have no idea how I feel. Thank you from the bottom of my heart”Ozzy Osbourne, one of the most recognisable and influential musicians in rock, has died at the age of 76. As frontman of Black Sabbath, the Birmingham-born musician is credited with inventing heavy metal, thanks to songs like Iron Man and Paranoid.Less than three weeks ago, the self-styled “Prince of Darkness” performed a farewell concert in his hometown, supported by many of the musicians he had inspired, including Metallica and Guns ‘n’ Roses.In a statement, his family…
There was a show of late-night solidarity on Monday night, as The Late Show host Stephen Colbert’s comrades rallied behind him after CBS said it was cancelling his program in 2026. Thursday’s announcement was met with shock, as well as harsh criticism that it was indicative of the network and its parent company Paramount Global bowing to U.S. President Donald Trump, over his claims that its current affairs program 60 Minutes selectively edited an interview with his 2024 election rival Kamala Harris.Colbert has been highly critical of Trump for years, and panned the company for agreeing to a $16-million US settlement with the president earlier this month —…
Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Tuesday morning read: Recommended Citation: Zachary Shemtob, The morning read for Tuesday, July 22, SCOTUSblog (Jul. 22, 2025, 9:00 AM), https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/07/the-morning-read-for-tuesday-july-22/ Source link
Home Daily News In ‘pervasive’ trend, some law firms reward… Law Firms In ‘pervasive’ trend, some law firms reward partners by creating new tiers or more shares By Debra Cassens Weiss July 16, 2025, 2:00 pm CDT Some law firms are adding more certainty and equity for top rainmakers by creating new tiers or more shares to boost their base compensation, according to a report by Law.com. The changes to compensation structure are “one of the most pervasive trends” right now, says law firm pay consultant Blane Prescott, who spoke with Law.com earlier this year. One firm making a change…
Careers at Emirates are in high demand for a reasonDubai-based powerhouse, Emirates Group has launched a huge talent drive to recruit over 17,300 professionals as they plan to expand. This recruitment will be for over 350 roles across the group, in all aspects of the business such as cabin crew, pilots, IT professionals, engineers, commercial and sales teams, ground handling, catering. 17,300 people is the same number as a mid-size town or 58 Airbus A350 planes, so there will be a lot of jobs up for grabs.Emirates will be holding more than 2,100 open days and talent events in 150…
David GrittenBBC News, JerusalemAnadolu via Getty ImagesSmoke rises over western Deir al-Balah during an Israeli offensive on MondayThe World Health Organization (WHO) says Israel’s offensive in central Gaza has compromised its efforts to continue working, after its facilities came under attack.The UN agency accused Israeli forces of attacking a staff residence in the city of Deir al-Balah on Monday and mistreating those sheltering there. Its main warehouse was also attacked and destroyed.The WHO said one of its staff detained by troops during the raid on the residence was still being held and demanded their immediate release.The Israeli military said it…
The Canadian military and possibly the coast guard appear to have been keeping tabs on a Chinese research vessel as it returns to Arctic waters off Alaska for the second year in a row.Data compiled by an independent researcher and ship tracker, Steffan Watkins, shows a Canadian air force CP-140 surveillance plane was flying in the vicinity of the Xue Long (Snow Dragon) 2 as it exited the Bering Strait on Sunday.The aircraft, according to Watkins’s research, relocated to Anchorage, Alaska, from its base in Comox, B.C., on July 9. It has conducted four patrols since then, including the most…
Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Monday morning read: Recommended Citation: Zachary Shemtob, The morning read for Monday, July 21, SCOTUSblog (Jul. 21, 2025, 9:00 AM), https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/07/the-morning-read-for-monday-july-21/ Source link
Home Daily News William Neukom, former ABA president with… Obituaries William Neukom, former ABA president with influence ‘from boardrooms to ballparks to courtrooms,’ dies at 83 By Debra Cassens Weiss July 17, 2025, 11:22 am CDT William H. “Bill” Neukom (ABA Photo) Former ABA President William H. “Bill” Neukom, formerly the chief lawyer for Microsoft and the ex-CEO of the San Francisco Giants, has died at the age of 83. Neukom, known for the bow ties he wore, served as president of the American Bar Association for the 2007 to 2008 term. During his presidency, Neukom established the ABA Commission…
Expect rare theatrical beauty The winter season is months away, but a cool, wintery, magical performance is arriving early as Slava’s Snowshow is making its grand return to Dubai.This year, the magic will unravel in October at the newly opened New Covent Garden Theatre at Mall of the Emirates. Performances will take place from Sunday, October 14 to 26.Secure your seats to watch the spellbinding spectacle now via platinumlist.net for a starting price of Dhs200.Slava SnowshowWhy you shouldn’t miss Slava Snowshow in DubaiThe timeless show has enchanted the imagination of audiences all over the world, from the UK to the…