| Worcestershire spin bowler Baker dies aged 20 2024-05-02 [bbci.co.uk] Worcestershire announce the death of left-arm spin bowler Josh Baker at the age of 20. Details >
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| US author Paul Auster dies aged 77 2024-05-01 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] The writer was best known for The New York Trilogy and gained cult status in the 1980s and 90s. Details >
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| Former Labour minister Frank Field dies aged 81 2024-04-24 [bbci.co.uk] Former Labour minister and crossbench peer Frank Field has died aged 81, his family says Details >
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| BBC Proms conductor Sir Andrew Davis dies aged 80 2024-04-21 [bbci.co.uk] Sir Andrew was one of the longest-serving chief conductors of the BBC Symphony Orchestra. Details >
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| American Idol singer Mandisa dies aged 47 2024-04-20 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] Tributes are being paid to the gospel singer who won a Grammy in 2014 for her record Overcomer. Details >
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| Ex-Wales, Burnley and Swansea winger James dies aged 71 2024-04-20 [bbci.co.uk] Leighton James, the former Burnley Swansea, Derby County and Wales winger, dies at the age of 71. Details >
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| Almost a quarter of kids aged 5-7 have smartphones 2024-04-19 [bbc.co.uk] The regulator calls the data a "wake up call", and says parents and industry need to do more. Details >
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| Restless Natives actor Vincent Friell dies aged 64 2024-04-17 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] The 64-year-old actor found fame playing a tourist coach robber in the 1985 film. Details >
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| England and Kent spinner Underwood dies aged 78 2024-04-15 [bbci.co.uk] Former England and Kent bowler Derek Underwood dies at the age of 78, the county announces. Details >
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| UK Nobel Prize-winning physicist Peter Higgs dies aged 94 2024-04-09 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Former Wimbledon manager Kinnear dies aged 77 2024-04-07 [bbci.co.uk] Former Wimbledon and Newcastle United manager Joe Kinnear dies at the age of 77, his family announces. Details >
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| Victoria actor Adrian Schiller dies aged 60 2024-04-04 [bbci.co.uk] The actor had recently finished performing in theatre production The Lehman Trilogy in Australia. Details >
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| Louis Conter: Last survivor of attack on Pearl Harbor ship dies aged 102 2024-04-03 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Oscar winner Louis Gossett Jr dies aged 87 2024-04-02 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] He was the first black man to win a supporting actor Oscar for his role in An Officer and a Gentleman. Details >
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| Oscar-winner Louis Gossett Jr dies aged 87 2024-03-29 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] He was the first black man to win a supporting actor Oscar for his role in An Officer and a Gentleman. Details >
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| Daniel Kahneman, the Nobel Prize winner who wrote Thinking, Fast and Slow, dies aged 90 2024-03-28 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Gran aged 75 is global Fortnite sensation 2024-03-22 [bbci.co.uk] A Scottish grandmother gained thousands of followers after teaming up with a world-famous gamer. Details >
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| Olubadan of Ibadan: Nigerian philosopher and monarch dies aged 81 2024-03-15 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Karl Wallinger, songwriter and Waterboys member, dies aged 66 2024-03-12 [bbci.co.uk] The Welsh-born songwriter, who collaborated with numerous artists over his career, died on Sunday. Details >
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| US fashion designer Iris Apfel dies aged 102 2024-03-02 [bbci.co.uk] The self-described geriatric starlet was known for her distinctive white hair and oversized glasses. Details >
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| TikTok singer Cat Janice dies of cancer, aged 31 2024-02-29 [bbci.co.uk] The Dance You Outta My Head hit maker was diagnosed with a rare cancer, called sarcoma, in 2022. Details >
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| Curb Your Enthusiasm star Richard Lewis dies aged 76 2024-02-28 [bbci.co.uk] He died peacefully in his home after suffering a heart attack, his publicist told US media. Details >
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| Former England and QPR forward Bowles dies aged 75 2024-02-24 [bbci.co.uk] Former England and Queens Park Rangers forward Stan Bowles dies aged 75. Details >
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| Former Labour MP Ronnie Campbell dies aged 80 2024-02-23 [bbci.co.uk] Sir Keir called Mr Campbell a "dedicated servant" to the people of Blyth Valley. Details >
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| Coronation Street actor John Savident dies aged 86 2024-02-23 [bbci.co.uk] The star played Fred Elliott, a character best known for his booming voice, in the ITV soap. Details >
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| The Office actor Ewen MacIntosh dies aged 50 2024-02-21 [bbci.co.uk] Co-star Ricky Gervais described the actor, who played Big Keith in the show, as an "absolute original". Details >
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| Germany World Cup winner Brehme dies aged 63 2024-02-20 [bbci.co.uk] Former Germany defender Andreas Brehme, who scored the winning goal in the 1990 World Cup final, dies aged 63. Details >
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| Strictly dancer Robin Windsor dies aged 44 2024-02-20 [bbci.co.uk] He appeared on the BBC show between 2010 and 2013, partnering with Patsy Kensit and Anita Dobson. Details >
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| Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright dies aged 69 2024-02-13 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] The DJ hosted programmes on the BBC for more than four decades, including his popular afternoon show. Details >
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| Wales and Lions legend Barry John dies aged 79 2024-02-04 [bbci.co.uk] Barry John, the legendary former Cardiff, Wales and British and Irish Lions fly-half, dies aged 79. Details >
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| Rocky star Carl Weathers dies aged 76 2024-02-03 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] Carl Weathers, former NFL player turned Hollywood actor who starred in the Rocky movies, dies aged 76 Details >
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| Carl Weathers, Apollo Creed from Rocky movies, dies aged 76 2024-02-02 [bbci.co.uk] Carl Weathers, former NFL player turned Hollywood actor who starred as Apollo Creed in the Rocky movies, dies aged 76 Details >
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| Jonnie Irwin: Escape to the Country and A Place in the Sun host dies aged 50 2024-02-02 [bbci.co.uk] The TV host was diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2020 after the disease had spread from his lungs. Details >
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| Bristol stabbings: Boys aged 15 and 16 killed in attack 2024-01-28 [bbci.co.uk] A 44-year-old man and a boy, 15, have been arrested after an attack in Bristol, say police. Details >
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| Bristol stabbing: Boys aged 15 and 16 killed in attack 2024-01-28 [bbci.co.uk] A 44-year-old man and a boy, 15, have been arrested after an attack in south Bristol, say police. Details >
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| Boys aged 15 and 16 dead after stabbing 2024-01-28 [bbci.co.uk] Two boys, aged 15 and 16, die after being stabbed in an attack in south Bristol, say police. Details >
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| Frank Farian: Boney M founder dies aged 82 2024-01-23 [bbci.co.uk] The German producer was behind a string of hits including Daddy Cool, Rasputin and Rivers of Babylon. Details >
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| Former Wimbledon referee Alan Mills dies aged 88 2024-01-20 [bbci.co.uk] Long-time Wimbledon tournament referee Alan Mills dies at the age of 88, the ATP Tour has announced. Details >
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| Former Wimbledon tournament referee Alan Mills dies aged 88 2024-01-20 [bbci.co.uk] Long-time Wimbledon tournament referee Alan Mills dies at the age of 88, the ATP Tour has announced. Details >
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| Mary Weiss: Shangri-Las lead singer dies aged 75 2024-01-20 [bbci.co.uk] The New York group was best known for the 1963 hit Leader of the Pack. Details >
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| Shangri-Las lead singer Mary Weiss dies aged 75 2024-01-20 [bbci.co.uk] The New York group was best known for the 1963 hit Leader of the Pack. Details >
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| JPR Williams: Wales and British and Irish Lions legend dies aged 74 2024-01-08 [bbci.co.uk] Legendary Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back JPR Williams dies at the age of 74. Details >
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| David Soul: Starsky & Hutch actor dies aged 80 2024-01-05 [bbci.co.uk] His wife Helen Snell said he died "after a valiant battle for life in the loving company of family". Details >
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| Derek Draper: Kate Garraway says husband has died, aged 56 2024-01-05 [bbci.co.uk] Derek Draper, a former political adviser, had multiple health issues after first being hospitalised with Covid in March 2020. Details >
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| Mary Poppins actress Glynis Johns dies aged 100 2024-01-04 [bbci.co.uk] The British actress is widely known for playing Winifred Banks in the 1964 Disney musical. Details >
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| Gaston Glock: Inventor of popular handgun dies aged 94 2023-12-28 [bbc.co.uk] The Glock has been the weapon of choice for armed forces, gun owners and criminals around the world. Details >
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| Architect of modern EU Jacques Delors dies aged 98 2023-12-27 [bbci.co.uk] Delors helped create the single market, but his dreams of integration faced stiff UK opposition. Details >
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| David Leland: Pierce Brosnan leads tributes to director after his death aged 82 2023-12-27 [bbci.co.uk] The Band of Brothers and Wish You Were Here director died on Christmas Eve aged 82. Details >
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| More men aged 18-60 have recently come back to Ukraine 2023-12-21 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Mo Moreland: Tributes paid after Roly Polys lead dancer dies aged 87 2023-12-19 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] She was one of the stars of a comedy dance troupe which often performed with comedian Les Dawson. Details >
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| Film director Otar Iosseliani dies aged 89 2023-12-17 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] The Georgian-born director is known for films such as Pastorale and Favourites of the Moon. Details >
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| Kuwaiti leader Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmed dies aged 86 2023-12-16 [bbci.co.uk] Sheikh Emir Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah had led the country for the last three years. Details >
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| Steve Halliwell: Emmerdale actor dies aged 77 2023-12-15 [bbci.co.uk] The actor is best known for playing Zak Dingle on the ITV soap opera for 27 years. Details >
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| Andre Braugher: Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Homicide star dies aged 61 2023-12-13 [bbci.co.uk] Braugher often portrayed a gruff policeman, but in roles both dramatic and comedic. Details >
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| Zahara: South African music icon dies aged 36 2023-12-12 [bbci.co.uk] Zahara, known for her soulful voice and hit song Loliwe, was once named in a BBC 100 Women list. Details >
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| Zahara: South African music icon Zahara dies aged 36 2023-12-12 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] Zahara, known for her soulful voice and hit song Loliwe, was once named in a BBC 100 Women list. Details >
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| Zahara: South African music icon Zahara dies aged 35 2023-12-12 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] Zahara, known for her soulful voice and hit song Loliwe, was once named in a BBC 100 Women list. Details >
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| South African singer Zahara dies aged 35 2023-12-12 [bbci.co.uk] Zahara, known for her soulful voice and hit song Loliwe, was once named in a BBC 100 Women list. Details >
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| Shirley Anne Field: Alfie actress dies aged 87 2023-12-11 [bbci.co.uk] She starred in films such as Alfie, opposite Sir Michael Caine, and Saturday Night and Sunday Morning. Details >
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| Anna Cardwell: Honey Boo Boo pays tribute to sister who dies aged 29 2023-12-11 [bbci.co.uk] Anna Cardwell, known as Chickadee, co-starred on the family reality TV show Here Comes Honey Boo Boo. Details >
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| Reality TV star Honey Boo Boo pays tribute to sister who dies aged 29 2023-12-11 [bbci.co.uk] Anna Cardwell, known as Chickadee, co-starred on the family reality TV show Here Comes Honey Boo Boo. Details >
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| Benjamin Zephaniah: Writer, poet and Peaky Blinders actor dies aged 65 2023-12-07 [bbci.co.uk] A statement posted on his Instagram account said he was diagnosed with a brain tumour eight weeks ago. Details >
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| Benjamin Zephaniah: Writer and poet dies aged 65 2023-12-07 [bbci.co.uk] A statement posted on his Instagram account said he was diagnosed with a brain tumour eight weeks ago. Details >
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| Norman Lear: Sitcom writer and producer dies aged 101 2023-12-06 [bbci.co.uk] He was best known for his trailblazing sitcoms in the 1970s and 80s including All in the Family. Details >
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| Glenys Kinnock: Former minister and wife of Neil Kinnock dies aged 79 2023-12-03 [bbci.co.uk] Baroness Kinnock, a lifelong socialist campaigner, served as a minister under Gordon Brown. Details >
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| Former Labour Rhondda MP Allan Rogers dies aged 91 2023-11-28 [bbci.co.uk] His successor, Chris Bryant, calls him a "magnificent advocate for the people of the Rhondda". Details >
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| Terry Venables: Former England manager dies aged 80 after a long illness 2023-11-26 [bbci.co.uk] Terry Venables, who led England to the semi-finals of Euro 96, dies at the age of 80 after a long illness. Details >
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| Terry Venables dies: Former England manager passes away aged 80 2023-11-26 [bbci.co.uk] Terry Venables, who led England to the semi-finals of Euro 96, dies at the age of 80 after a long illness. Details >
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| AS Byatt: Author, critic and poet dies aged 87 2023-11-17 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] The writer had a long and successful career and won the Booker Prize for her 1990 novel Possession. Details >
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| Oladips: Nigerian rapper dies aged 28 2023-11-15 [bbci.co.uk] Tributes are being paid to the young rapper who was due to release his new album on Thursday. Details >
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| Raphael Dwamena: Ghana striker dies aged 28 after on-pitch collapse 2023-11-12 [bbci.co.uk] Ghana striker Raphael Dwamena dies aged 28 after collapsing on the pitch during a league match in Albania. Details >
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| Johnny Ruffo: Australian singer and Home and Away actor dies aged 35 2023-11-10 [bbci.co.uk] The actor and singer rose to fame on X Factor Australia and had battled brain cancer for six years. Details >
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| Lead singer of Liverpool band The Night Cafe dies aged 26 2023-11-06 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] The Night Cafe band members say they are "devastated" by the death of their "childhood best friend". Details >
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| Astronaut Ken Mattingly, who flew to the moon on Apollo 16, is dead aged 87 2023-11-05 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Veteran magician David Berglas dies aged 97 2023-11-05 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] David Berglas has been described as one of the most prominent magicians of the 20th Century. Details >
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| Scottish Labour peer Baron Elder dies suddenly aged 73 2023-10-25 [bbci.co.uk] Lord Elder was praised by former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair as an "architect" of devolution. Details >
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| Nicola Sturgeon passes driving test first time aged 53 2023-10-23 [bbci.co.uk] The former first minister said she had been taking lessons after stepping down as leader of the SNP. Details >
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| Dave Courtney: Former London gangster turned actor dies aged 64 2023-10-23 [bbci.co.uk] Dave Courtney, who claimed to be an associate of the Kray twins, was found dead at his home. Details >
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| Haydn Gwynne: Drop the Dead Donkey and The Windsors star dies aged 66 2023-10-20 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] Dame Helen Mirren leads the tributes to "a delight as a person and a consummate dedicated actress". Details >
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| Terence Davies: Screenwriter and film director dies aged 77 2023-10-07 [bbci.co.uk] Davies, known for films such as Benediction and A Quiet Passion, died after a short illness, his manager confirms. Details >
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| Trailblazing US senator Dianne Feinstein dies aged 90 2023-09-29 [bbci.co.uk] The California senator served for more than three decades and broke new ground for women in US politics. Details >
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| Senator Dianne Feinstein dies aged 90 2023-09-29 [bbci.co.uk] The California senator served for more than three decades and was a trailblazer for women in US politics. Details >
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| Harry Potter star, Sir Michael Gambon dies aged 82 2023-09-29 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] The actor who played Albus Dumbledore, Sir Michael Gambon, has died at the age of 82. Details >
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| Harry Potter actor Sir Michael Gambon dies aged 82 2023-09-28 [bbci.co.uk] The actor was best known for playing Dumbledore and had won four Baftas. Details >
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| 8 mile actor Nashawn Breedlove dies aged 46 2023-09-27 [bbci.co.uk] The actor and rapper, known for rap-battling Eminem in the 2002 film, died at his home on Sunday. Details >
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| David McCallum: NCIS and The Man from U.N.C.L.E. actor dies aged 90 2023-09-26 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] The Man from U.N.C.L.E. star found fame in the 1960s before later playing a police pathologist on NCIS. Details >
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| David McCallum: NCIS and The Man from U.N.C.L.E actor dies aged 90 2023-09-26 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] The Man from U.N.C.L.E. star found fame in the 1960s before later playing a police pathologist on NCIS. Details >
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| Japan population: One in 10 people now aged 80 or older 2023-09-19 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Japan says one in 10 residents are aged 80 or above as nation turns gray 2023-09-19 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Japan population: One in 10 people aged 80 or older for first time 2023-09-19 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Boy, aged seven, climbs Old Man of Hoy sea stack 2023-09-12 [bbci.co.uk] Cody Weishaar scaled the 449ft (137m) sea stack with his father and three friends in early August. Details >
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| Zulu leader Mangosuthu Buthelezi dies aged 95 in South Africa 2023-09-09 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Zulu leader Mangosuthu Buthelezi dies aged 95 in South Africa 2023-09-09 [bbci.co.uk] South African President Cyril Ramaphosa pays tribute to him as a "formidable leader". Details >
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| Zulu leader Mangosuthu Buthelezi dies aged 95 2023-09-09 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Zulu leader Mangosuthu Buthelezi dies aged 95 2023-09-09 [news.yahoo.com] Details >
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| Zulu leader Mangosuthu Buthelezi dies aged 95 2023-09-09 [bbci.co.uk] South African President Cyril Ramaphosa pays tribute to him as a "formidable leader". Details >
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| Mike Yarwood, comedian and impersonator, dies aged 82 2023-09-09 [feeds.bbci.co.uk] Comedian Mike Yarwood, whose TV impressions made him a household name, dies aged 82. Details >
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| Former top US diplomat Bill Richardson dies aged 75 2023-09-03 [bbci.co.uk] The former US envoy to the UN won praise for his work freeing detained Americans around the world. Details >
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| Jimmy Buffett: Margaritaville singer dies aged 76 2023-09-02 [bbci.co.uk] The Grammy-nominated musician is also remembered as a successful author and entrepreneur. Details >
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| Germany prosecutes ex-Nazi camp guard aged 98 2023-09-01 [bbci.co.uk] A man is accused of complicity in the murder of thousands of Sachsenhausen concentration camp inmates. Details >
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