Gene Hackman dies of natural causes, just one week after losing his wife
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman died of heart disease a week after his wife, Betsy Arakawa, succumbed to hantavirus. Their passing marks the end of a Hollywood era.
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman died of heart disease a week after his wife, Betsy Arakawa, succumbed to hantavirus. Their passing marks the end of a Hollywood era.
Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios faces a significant career challenge due to wrist pain that forced him to withdraw from the Indian Wells tournament. This latest injury highlights ongoing struggles with maintaining his career on the court. Kyrgios’s withdrawal reflects broader issues of his health and raises questions about his future prospects in tennis. The tennis community remains watchful and supportive as he navigates the complexities of injury and recovery.
The Israeli military announced strikes on Hezbollah military sites in South Lebanon on Friday, marking a significant military move against the Iran-backed group. This follows a ceasefire agreement from November 27, which aimed to halt hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel. Lebanese media reported a series of Israeli strikes across the southern region, raising questions about the stability of the truce.
Japan reaffirms its confidence in the United States to uphold the bilateral security treaty amid questions raised by President Trump. Japan sees the alliance as crucial to its defense strategy and is exploring proactive measures to strengthen it.
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has released the latest employment figures for January, showing an increase in the national unemployment rate.
Nadine Lustre and her boyfriend Christophe Bariou have embraced bouldering, sharing their new hobby on social media. Their adventure, alongside actor Alex Diaz, showcases their enthusiasm for this challenging sport.
The Philippine Statistics Authority reveals ischemic heart diseases, neoplasms, and cerebrovascular diseases as the top causes of death from January to August 2024. The data shows trends in public health and mortality rates in the Philippines.
Stephen Curry’s outstanding 28 points guided the Golden State Warriors to a 114-102 triumph over the New York Knicks. Gui Santos contributed a crucial 3-pointer in the closing moments, helping the Warriors overturn a 10-point deficit. The game, held in New York, saw the Warriors play their second consecutive night, showcasing resilience and strategic gameplay.
Harris County will spend $3 million to hire 150 detention officers and 25 deputies, addressing mandatory overtime and reducing inmate outsourcing. This initiative aims to enhance staffing at the overcrowded jail, which has faced repeated inspection failures. The new hires are expected to improve operations and cut costs related to the $58 million spent on outsourcing inmates. This investment aims to create a safer, more effective detention environment by the end of 2025.
A woman is in custody following a brief vehicle pursuit on the northwest side of the city, according to police.
At approximately 12:15 p.m., officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop for a misdemeanor violation. The driver, a woman in her 40s, fled the scene, leading to a chase that lasted about five minutes.