More than two months after Alex Trebek’s death, fans of “Jeopardy!” finally got the chance to say goodbye. A video tribute to the host closed Friday’s episode of the quiz show, the final one that Trebek taped before pancreatic cancer claimed his life on November 8. The 90-second montage, set …
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Dick Allen, one of the most fearsome and accomplished hitters of his era, died Monday at the age of 78. Allen’s family and the Philadelphia Phillies, the team with which he spent the most time in the major leagues, announced his death on Twitter. Allen spent parts of 15 seasons in …
Read More »Charlatan and Nadal win Arkansas Derby, giving trainer Bob Baffert sweep
The first Saturday in May is usually reserved for the Kentucky Derby, but with the iconic race being postponed until September as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the Arkansas Derby was held in its place. Nadal claimed victory in the Division 2 race while Charlatan won in Division 1. …
Read More »Jussie Smollett: Special prosecutor will investigate dropped charges in “Empire” actor’s case
A judge has agreed to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate the decision by Cook County prosecutors to dismiss all charges against actor Jussie Smollett, who was accused of lying to the police by claiming he was the victim of a racist and homophobic attack in downtown Chicago in January. …
Read More »Oscar winner Frances McDormand calls for inclusion riders
LOS ANGELES — When Frances McDormand capped her Oscar acceptance speech with a rousing call for inclusion riders, the general reaction was more “huh?” than “hooray!” She was referring to using business contracts as a vehicle to further gender and racial diversity in Hollywood by adding a clause that mandates …
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