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","summary":"Jones’s contributions spanned over 75 years, earning him 28 Grammy Awards and recognition as a pioneer in the world of music.","pubDate":"2024-11-05T04:47:15.900Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/LZG_EJQ6hu4G","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Entertainment","Obituary","Quincy Jones","music producer","Michael Jackson","Grammy Awards","Thriller","The Color Purple","We Are the World","music legacy","Bel Air","tributes"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"135","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/6c1c/live/2b609e70-9a9d-11ef-82c3-45a801b7330b.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"6728d2f530cfdf0898691b38","title":"**Celebrating Quincy Jones: The Musical Genius Behind the Hits**  ","description":"**A look at the legendary career of Quincy Jones through his most iconic songs**  ","summary":"**Quincy Jones, who passed away at 91, left an indelible mark on music across genres, collaborating with icons like Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra. This article highlights ten pivotal tracks that encapsulate his brilliance and versatility.**","pubDate":"2024-11-04T13:58:13.472Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/zct32JHmFMSN","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Entertainment","Opinion","Quincy Jones","music","Michael Jackson","Frank Sinatra","songs","producer","arranger","jazz","pop","Billie Jean","Thriller","Come Fly With Me","Soul Bossa Nova","We Are The World"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"134","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/d870/live/de61f680-9aa8-11ef-9de3-77af1057b5da.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"67288f447d0d340fee1b6b8c","title":"Quincy Jones, Iconic Music Producer, Passes Away at 91","description":"Renowned for his work with legends like Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra, Quincy Jones leaves behind a monumental legacy in music.","summary":"Quincy Jones, celebrated musician and record producer, has died at the age of 91, as confirmed by his family. The news was shared by publicist Arnold Robinson, who noted that Jones passed away peacefully at his home in Bel Air on Sunday night. The family, in a heartfelt statement, expressed their sorrow but also celebrated Jones’ extraordinary life, stating, \"There will never be another like him.\"","pubDate":"2024-11-04T09:09:24.078Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/sjyjwkke30J0","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Entertainment","Quincy Jones","musician","producer","Michael Jackson","Thriller","Grammy awards","jazz musician","We Are The World","Frank Sinatra","The Wiz"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"134","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/5c03/live/151dff30-9a85-11ef-8db6-ef78bfd874ce.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"6725fd270fa62b3ff28d9ee5","title":"World's Largest Captive Crocodile, Cassius, Passes Away","description":"Cassius, the massive saltwater crocodile who drew tourists to his Australian sanctuary, has died at the age of 110.","summary":"The iconic crocodile known as Cassius, recognized as the world's largest in captivity, has passed away at a wildlife sanctuary on Green Island, near the Great Barrier Reef, Australia. Measuring nearly 5.5 meters long and weighing almost one tonne, Cassius had become a prominent attraction after being captured in Australia’s Northern Territory during the 1980s. In 2011, he secured a Guinness World Record for his size. The sanctuary, Marineland Melanesia Crocodile Habitat, expressed their sorrow on social media, calling him \"our beloved mate\" and a vital part of their family. Cassius was known for his impressive predatory skills in the wild, including hunting cattle and clashing with boat propellers. After over 37 years alongside his caretaker George Craig, Cassius's health deteriorated following Craig's recent relocation to Cairns. The sanctuary thanked visitors who showed him kindness over the years, noting potential operational limitations in the coming days.","pubDate":"2024-11-02T10:21:27.650Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/j5-q-U8QWDNi","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Entertainment","crocodile","Cassius","wildlife sanctuary","Green Island","Australia","Great Barrier Reef","Guinness World Record","saltwater crocodile","George Craig","Marine land Melanesia"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"135","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/75a7/live/5c7f1b40-98f8-11ef-9260-19e6a950e830.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"6725ab0348a6bde9ab24e18f","title":"**Exclusive Opera Society Celebrates Verdi with Unique Traditions**  ","description":"**Club dei 27 Dedicates Itself to Honoring the Great Composer's Legacy**  ","summary":"**Members of the exclusive Club dei 27 gather to honor Giuseppe Verdi's legacy through music and camaraderie, reflecting a unique blend of devotion and tradition.**  ","pubDate":"2024-11-02T04:30:59.802Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/39mjwB17xWYm","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":"Elisabetta Povoledo","categories":["Opera","Classical Music","Verdi, Giuseppe","Italy","Parma (Italy)","Entertainment","Club dei 27","Giuseppe Verdi","opera","Parma","Va Pensiero","Nabucco","exclusive club","members","celebration"],"image":{"height":"1801","medium":"image","url":"https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/11/03/multimedia/03italy-operaclub-01-htlg/03italy-operaclub-01-htlg-mediumSquareAt3X.jpg","width":"1800"},"source":"nytimes.com"},{"_id":"67259c2f0ca371dcc0ce587d","title":"Halloween Highlights and Global News Snapshots  ","description":"A week of vibrant celebrations and sobering events from around the globe.  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On Thursday evening, throngs of locals gathered along O’Connell Street, spirited and enthusiastic for a parade that, much to their dismay, never existed. The excitement quickly turned to confusion and frustration as it became clear that the advertised event was nothing more than a clever trick.","pubDate":"2024-11-01T20:07:47.988Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/aWsCC-TddxIz","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":"Claire Moses and Victor Mather","categories":["Parades","Artificial Intelligence","Halloween","Rumors and Misinformation","Dublin (Ireland)","Hoaxes and Pranks","Computers and the Internet","Ireland","Great Britain","Entertainment","Dublin","Halloween","parade","MySpiritHalloween.com","event listing","crowd","police","Nazir Ali"],"image":{"height":"1153","medium":"image","url":"https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/11/01/multimedia/01xp-fakeparade-top/01xp-fakeparade-top-mediumSquareAt3X.jpg","width":"1152"},"source":"nytimes.com"},{"_id":"672516c3d6e1f0589f9e02c0","title":"Instagram Sensation Peanut the Squirrel Faces Uncertain Future After Seizure","description":"Authorities in New York have taken custody of Peanut, the internet-famous squirrel with over 500,000 Instagram followers, prompting calls for his return by caregiver Mark Longo.","summary":"Mark Longo, caregiver to the beloved social media sensation Peanut the squirrel, is imploring New York authorities to return his pet after it was seized during a recent raid by the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Complaints of unsafe housing conditions led to the DEC acting on reports that prompted their investigation into potentially illegal wildlife ownership. Longo voiced his frustration on Instagram, questioning the motives of those who reported him, and expressed concern over Peanut's fate, unsure of the squirrel's current condition. A petition demanding Peanut's return has garnered significant community support, surging past 20,000 signatures within days.","pubDate":"2024-11-01T17:58:27.106Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/tY2PeHu1oLec","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Politics","Crime","Entertainment","Peanut the squirrel","Instagram","New York","Department of Environmental Conservation","animal seizure","petition","animal welfare"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"134","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/3dca/live/802b5180-9821-11ef-bfea-b14ec5c567a4.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"6725167ad6e1f0589f9e02a3","title":"Rohit Bal, Celebrated Indian Designer, Passes Away at 63","description":"Renowned for revolutionizing Indian fashion, Bal's legacy lives on through his iconic designs.  ","summary":"The fashion world mourns the loss of Rohit Bal, a legendary figure whose creations showcased India's rich textiles and artistry.","pubDate":"2024-11-01T17:57:14.892Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/ZbsXAfhpOwYq","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Entertainment","Politics","Rohit Bal","fashion designer","Indian textiles","Fashion Design Council of India","India Fashion Week","Hollywood stars","supermodels","innovative creations","Srinagar","Delhi","cultural heritage","lotus motifs","peacock motifs","restaurant business","Veda"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"135","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/a742/live/be149ef0-1e89-11ef-80aa-699d54c46324.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"67249cfcde4b6c0bce9530d5","title":"Sheynnis Palacios: Triumph and Turmoil for Nicaragua’s First Miss Universe","description":"After making history as Miss Universe, Sheynnis Palacios faces a harsh reality with her family's safety at stake.","summary":"Sheynnis Palacios made history as the first Nicaraguan to win the Miss Universe crown, but her victory has been overshadowed by political turmoil in her homeland, where the government has arrested family members of the pageant's director. Currently residing in New York City as part of her responsibilities, Palacios reflects on her humble beginnings and the complicated relationship between her triumph and the Nicaraguan regime's crackdown on dissent.","pubDate":"2024-11-01T09:18:52.792Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/79UW8iaTMHI7","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":"James Wagner and Kirsten Luce","categories":["Beauty Contests","Human Rights and Human Rights Violations","Miss Universe Organization","Murillo, Rosario","Palacios, Sheynnis","Ortega, Daniel","Nicaragua","Politics","Entertainment","Sheynnis Palacios","Miss Universe","Nicaragua","government crackdown","Daniel Ortega"],"image":{"height":"1799","medium":"image","url":"https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/10/29/world/00nicaragua-missuniverse-profile-promo/00nicaragua-missuniverse-profile-mediumSquareAt3X.jpg","width":"1800"},"source":"nytimes.com"},{"_id":"672475b7dea7318fcb4fd222","title":"Young Thug Released from Jail After Pleading Guilty to Gang-Related Charges  ","description":"Rapper Young Thug, who spent over 900 days in jail, accepted a plea deal that includes probation and community service.  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","summary":"In a surprising turn in his lengthy legal battle, Young Thug, also known as Jeffery Lamar Williams, has pled guilty to criminal gang activity, according to reports. 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Returning characters, including the enigmatic Front Man, promise tension and drama as Gi-hun urges players to escape a familiar yet perilous game. The season is set to premiere on Netflix on December 26, 2024.**","pubDate":"2024-10-31T21:34:32.037Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/kEgY6TToc8sY","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Entertainment","Culture","Squid Game","season 2","trailer","Lee Jung-jae","Player 456","Seong Gi-hun","Netflix","game","Red Light Green Light","Hwang Dong-hyuk","Korean drama"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"135","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/c254/live/e1536700-97bc-11ef-9998-4d144b4a673e.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"6723f793e25a78bdfcb9d0b8","title":"Celebrities Dazzle in Creative Halloween Costumes ","description":"This year's Halloween sees stars like Janelle Monae and Lizzo showcasing their unique and inventive costumes, delighting fans on social media. 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Spending over $7,000 intended for college fees, she faces addiction and threats from male users, exposing a darker side of the platform amid ongoing clan tensions.","pubDate":"2024-10-31T07:14:37.349Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/XZi_sOf8D2qm","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Entertainment","Crime","TikTok","Somali clan","influencer","Big Tribal Game","live battles","online harassment","digital currency","clannism","Mogadishu","addiction","social media","politics","civil war","gift economy"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"135","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/6621/live/397dbeb0-96d4-11ef-870b-356459e6684f.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"67232db034b3d5d1b9090e5b","title":"Thom Yorke Engages with Gaza Protester During Melbourne Concert","description":"Thom Yorke's live performance takes an unexpected turn as he confronts a protester raising concerns about Gaza casualties, sparking mixed reactions from the audience.","summary":"During a solo act at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Melbourne, Thom Yorke, the lead singer of Radiohead, momentarily halted his set after a confrontation with a heckler who shouted protests regarding the deaths in Gaza. Video footage shared by attendees captured the exchange, with the protester challenging Yorke to \"condemn the Israeli genocide of Gaza.\" Yorke, unfazed, urged the protester to come on stage and voice his concerns directly. He expressed frustration at the interruption, which led to him leaving the stage temporarily.","pubDate":"2024-10-31T07:11:44.031Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/PSmX61DT7Kmc","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Politics","Entertainment","Thom Yorke","Gaza","protester","Australian gig","Israeli genocide","Radiohead","Melbourne","Sidney Myer Music Bowl","cultural boycott","Hamas","Israel","Palestinians"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"135","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/f66d/live/0ab3d430-9750-11ef-9d53-85e9b8570d92.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"6721dff73e5cb2b40d3440a2","title":"Recovery of Stolen Bluey Coins Marks Progress in Ongoing Investigation","description":"NSW Police arrest three individuals linked to the theft of limited-edition coins from a warehouse in Western Sydney.","summary":"Over 40,000 limited-edition Bluey coins have been recovered by New South Wales Police, following their theft in July. 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Garr died in Los Angeles on Tuesday, surrounded by family and friends, following a two-decade battle with multiple sclerosis, as confirmed by her publicist Heidi Schaeffer. First speaking publicly about her health condition in 2002, she aimed to raise awareness for others grappling with the same illness. Throughout her career, Garr faced various health challenges, including undergoing surgery for an aneurysm in 2007.","pubDate":"2024-10-29T22:29:17.375Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/MByH3IKBTuV1","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Entertainment","Health","Teri Garr","Young Frankenstein","Tootsie","actress","Oscar-nominated","multiple sclerosis","health problems","surgery","comedy","television","Los Angeles"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"134","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/99a9/live/edde5ae0-962a-11ef-bb7e-b3f45ce6a8ee.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"},{"_id":"6721348563f610e5f4d2de54","title":"Teri Garr, Iconic Star of Young Frankenstein and Tootsie, Passes Away at 79","description":"Teri Garr, an acclaimed actress renowned for her roles in classic films, has died after a long health battle.","summary":"Teri Garr, celebrated for her performances in films such as Young Frankenstein and Tootsie, has passed away at the age of 79 in Los Angeles. According to her publicist, she succumbed on Tuesday after a 20-year struggle with multiple sclerosis, surrounded by her family and friends. Garr bravely opened up about her condition in 2002 to raise awareness, highlighting her dedication to supporting others afflicted by the disease. Her health had continued to decline, which included a surgical procedure in 2007 for an aneurysm.","pubDate":"2024-10-29T19:16:21.615Z","link":"https://flashpointinfo.com/article/7KUA-6f7GhBA","service":"flashpointinfo.com","author":null,"categories":["Entertainment","Health","Teri Garr","Young Frankenstein","Tootsie","actress","multiple sclerosis","Los Angeles","comedy","Oscar-nominated","health problems"],"image":{"width":"240","height":"134","url":"https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/240/cpsprodpb/7dc4/live/05961420-9626-11ef-a965-49eefc19faba.jpg"},"source":"bbc.co.uk"}]