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Bob Mackie, who designed dazzling costumes for stars including Cher, Tina Turner, Dolly Parton and Elton John has died, aged 87.The US fashion designer, known as the “Sultan of Sequins” for his sparkling creations, won a Tony Award, nine Emmys and received three Oscar nominations during his career.”It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr Bob Mackie passed away today,” a statement on his Instagram account announced on Monday.”He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a Fashion and Costume Designer, which is all he ever wanted to do,” it…

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is repealing rules limiting emissions by coal and gas power plants, in a move that undoes decades of protections meant to curb gasses scientists say are responsible for global warming.“Americans have been demanding more common sense at federal agencies under President [Donald] Trump’s leadership,” EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said at a news conference in Houston on Monday. “That means cutting red tape so we can build new power-generating infrastructure.”Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listThe EPA estimated the changes would eliminate more than $300bn in costs for power plants. The agency also…

Indigenous groups, environmentalists, and locals in several states have opposed the border wall construction.Published On 14 Sep 202614 Sep 2026A group of landowners, ranchers, businesses and a non-profit organisation have sued the administration of United States President Donald Trump to stop construction of a wall along the country’s border with Mexico in the remote Big Bend region of the southern state of Texas.Trump officials “were woefully unprepared for the hornet’s nest they stirred up because they had no idea how much we love this place”, David Keller, an archaeologist and historian who specialises in the Big Bend and lives in…

Shawn Mendes sees two older hits — “Treat You Better” and “There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back” — reach new peaks on both of Billboard’s worldwide rankings this week. RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – SEPTEMBER 23: Shawn Mendes performs on Mundo Stage as part of the Rock In Rio Festival at Cidade do Rock on September 23, 2024 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Wagner Meier/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThroughout his career and since Billboard introduced two related worldwide rosters, Shawn Mendes has racked up double-digit wins on both the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. The first ranking looks…

The only control or “guardrails” that AI needs is a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT, and the U.S.A. has that, in spades! The Trump Administration has stopped AI “people” from doing bad, or potentially bad, “things,“ like Dario (Anthropic!), who is now pretending to be a “perfect little angel” – and we will continue to do so! We already have tremendous CRIMINAL and REGULATORY power over these companies! There is a SICK conspiracy going on against AI and Data Centers, and the only one that is happy about it is China. WHOEVER WINS AI, WINS! We are leading China,…

Israeli strikes across Gaza have killed at least one person and injured several. Residents say they were targeted outside tents in a Gaza City displacement camp.Published On 14 Sep 202614 Sep 2026Share Israeli attack targets Gaza displacement camp on social mediashare-nodesSharegoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo

Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Myles Garrett needs a knee operation which is expected to sideline him for at least four weeks.Garrett joined the Rams from the Cleveland Browns in the summer in one of the biggest defensive trades in NFL history.The two-time NFL defensive player of the year played in his side’s season-opening game against the San Francisco 49ers in Australia last week but the Super Bowl favourites suffered a 27-7 defeat.”I don’t really [have a timeline] yet,” said Rams head coach Sean McVay. “It’s all contingent upon [surgery]. You feel good about it. But I think it’d be…

First, it was Ariana Grande who dropped out. Then her co-star Jonathan Bailey followed her out the door. Now, the London revival of Sunday in the Park With George has been cancelled altogether, with organisers perhaps anticipating that it would be hard to sell tickets for a star-studded musical without the stars.Grande and Bailey, who appeared together as Glinda and Fiyero in Wicked and Wicked: For Good, had originally been cast as Dot and George in Stephen Sondheim’s hit musical. It was set to debut at the Barbican in the summer of 2027.But in August, Grande pulled out, citing the…

Bob Mackie, the costume designer behind some of the most sexy and glamorous outfits worn by celebrities in the past 50 years, has died at the age of 87.“He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a fashion and costume designer, which is all he ever wanted to do,” read a statement posted on his Instagram account. “His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world.”Cher wears a creation by Bob Mackie as she poses with actor Don Ameche after presenting him with the Oscar for best supporting…

The chief refereeing officer stands down two VAR officials involved in Man City’s win at United from upcoming EPL football games.Published On 14 Sep 202614 Sep 2026Matt ‌Donohue, the video assistant referee (VAR) ⁠who ⁠allowed Erling Haaland’s winner in Manchester City’s 1-0 victory over Manchester ⁠United, has not been selected to officiate at any of next ⁠weekend’s Premier League football fixtures.Assistant VAR Blake Antrobus has also not been given any assignment after the refereeing body Pro Ref ‌acknowledged in a statement that VAR was wrong to allow Haaland’s decisive goal.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listThe decision was taken…