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Media · United StatesHayden Panettiere found dead at 36, police report no foul play
Actress Hayden Panettiere, 36, was found dead in her Greenville, South Carolina apartment on 16 August 2026. Police and the coroner’s office reported no signs of foul play. Her father confirmed her death in a statement to ABC News, and tributes followed from co-stars and fans.
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MediaOprah Winfrey says Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz’s politics have nothing to do with her
Oprah Winfrey has responded to criticism over her role in launching the careers of Dr. Phil McGraw and Dr. Mehmet Oz, both now prominent Trump allies. She stated their political paths are unrelated to her, citing their expertise at the time she featured them on her show.
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Media · United StatesBarack Obama to host Audible podcast on six books that shaped him
Barack Obama will host a new podcast, 'A Great Book with Barack Obama', exploring six books that influenced his worldview. The series, part of a deal between Audible and Obama's media company Higher Ground, will feature discussions with guests and debut exclusively on Audible on 24 September 2026.
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Media · United StatesScott Pelley and Sharyn Alfonsi leave CBS '60 Minutes' for teaching roles
Scott Pelley and Sharyn Alfonsi, long-time correspondents on CBS's '60 Minutes', have been removed from the programme as part of a restructuring and will take up teaching positions. The move follows a broader shakeup at the network's flagship news show.
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