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Hudson Meek attends the "A Different Man" premiere during the Deauville American Film Festival in Deauville, France, on September 9. The teen actor had various acting and voice over credits, most notably playing a younger version of Ansel Elgort’s character Baby in 2017 movie “Baby Driver.” People are also reading... Meek also voiced the lead in “Badanamu Stories” — a children’s show that examines themes relevant to preschoolers, according to IMDb . He also appeared in shows including NBC’s “Found” and The CW’s “Legacies,” as well as the recently released thriller “The School Duel.” Meek’s obituary described the teenager as a “reflective and thoughtful” avid traveler and fan of the outdoors. “He loved snow-skiing and could easily navigate the hardest trails that no one else in the family would dare attempt,” the obituary read. “One of his favorite places to be was at the lake, tubing and wakeboarding.” The Vestavia Hills Police Department is still investigating the circumstances surrounding Meek’s death, WTVM reported. CNN has reached out to Vestavia Hills police for more information on the incident. Photos: Notable deaths in 2024 Andreas Brehme Germany players celebrate after Andreas Brehme, left on ground, scores the winning goal in the World Cup soccer final match against Argentina, in the Olympic Stadium, in Rome, July 8, 1990. Andreas Brehme, who scored the only goal as West Germany beat Argentina to win the 1990 World Cup final, died Feb. 20, 2024. He was 63. Brian Mulroney Brian Mulroney, the former prime minister of Canada, listens during a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing on the Canada-U.S.-Mexico relationship, Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018, on Capitol Hill in Washington. Mulroney died at the age of 84 on Feb. 29, 2024. The Rev. James Lawson Jr. The Rev. James Lawson Jr. speaks Sept. 17, 2015, in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Lawson Jr., an apostle of nonviolent protest who schooled activists to withstand brutal reactions from white authorities as the Civil Rights Movement gained traction, has died, his family said Monday. He was 95. His family said Lawson died on Sunday after a short illness in Los Angeles, where he spent decades working as a pastor, labor movement organizer and university professor. Lawson was a close adviser to the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., who called him “the leading theorist and strategist of nonviolence in the world.” Lawson met King in 1957, after spending three years in India soaking up knowledge about Mohandas K. Gandhi’s independence movement. King would travel to India himself two years later, but at the time, he had only read about Gandhi in books. Jerry West Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Jerry West, representing the 1960 USA Olympic Team, is seen Aug. 13, 2010, during the enshrinement news conference at the Hall of Fame Museum in Springfield, Mass. Jerry West, who was selected to the Basketball Hall of Fame three times in a storied career as a player and executive, and whose silhouette is considered to be the basis of the NBA logo, died June 12, the Los Angeles Clippers announced. He was 86. West, nicknamed “Mr. Clutch” for his late-game exploits as a player, was an NBA champion who went into the Hall of Fame as a player in 1980 and again as a member of the gold medal-winning 1960 U.S. Olympic Team in 2010. He will be enshrined for a third time later this year as a contributor, and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver called West “one of the greatest executives in sports history.” Ron Simons Actor and director Ron Simons, seen Jan. 23, 2011, during the 2011 Sundance Film Festival, died June 12. Simons turned into a formidable screen and stage producer, winning four Tony Awards and having several films selected at the Sundance Film Festival. He won Tonys for producing “Porgy and Bess,” “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike,” and “Jitney.” He also co-produced “Hughie,” with Forest Whitaker, “The Gin Game,” starring Cicely Tyson and James Earl Jones, “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations,” an all-Black production of “A Streetcar Named Desire,” the revival of "for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf" and the original work “Thoughts of a Colored Man.” He was in the films “27 Dresses” and “Mystery Team,” as well as on the small screen in “The Resident,” “Law & Order,” “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” and “Law & Order: SVU.” Bob Schul Bob Schul of West Milton, Ohio, hits the tape Oct. 18, 1964, to win the 5,000 meter run at the Olympic Games in Tokyo. Schul, the only American distance runner to win the 5,000 meters at the Olympics, died June 16. He was 86. His death was announced by Miami University in Ohio , where Schul shined on the track and was inducted into the school’s hall of fame in 1973. Schul predicted gold leading into the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and followed through with his promise. On a rainy day in Japan, he finished the final lap in a blistering 54.8 seconds to sprint to the win. His white shorts were covered in mud at the finish. He was inducted into the USA Track and Field Hall of Fame in 1991. He also helped write a book called “In the Long Run.” Willie Mays San Francisco Giants superstar Willie Mays poses for a photo during baseball spring training in 1972. Mays, the electrifying “Say Hey Kid” whose singular combination of talent, drive and exuberance made him one of baseball’s greatest and most beloved players, died June 18. He was 93. The center fielder, who began his professional career in the Negro Leagues in 1948, had been baseball’s oldest living Hall of Famer. He was voted into the Hall in 1979, his first year of eligibility, and in 1999 followed only Babe Ruth on The Sporting News’ list of the game’s top stars. The Giants retired his uniform number, 24, and set their AT&T Park in San Francisco on Willie Mays Plaza. Mays died two days before a game between the Giants and St. Louis Cardinals to honor the Negro Leagues at Rickwood Field in Birmingham , Alabama. Over 23 major league seasons, virtually all with the New York/San Francisco Giants but also including one in the Negro Leagues, Mays batted .301, hit 660 home runs, totaled 3,293 hits, scored more than 2,000 runs and won 12 Gold Gloves. He was Rookie of the Year in 1951, twice was named the Most Valuable Player and finished in the top 10 for the MVP 10 other times. His lightning sprint and over-the-shoulder grab of an apparent extra base hit in the 1954 World Series remains the most celebrated defensive play in baseball history. For millions in the 1950s and ’60s and after, the smiling ballplayer with the friendly, high-pitched voice was a signature athlete and showman during an era when baseball was still the signature pastime. Awarded the Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2015, Mays left his fans with countless memories. But a single feat served to capture his magic — one so untoppable it was simply called “The Catch.” Donald Sutherland Actor Donald Sutherland appears Oct. 13, 2017, at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Beverly Hills, Calif. Sutherland, the Canadian actor whose wry, arrestingly off-kilter screen presence spanned more than half a century of films from “M.A.S.H.” to “The Hunger Games,” died June 20. He was 88. Kiefer Sutherland said on X he believed his father was one of the most important actors in the history of film: “Never daunted by a role, good, bad or ugly. He loved what he did and did what he loved, and one can never ask for more than that.” The tall and gaunt Sutherland, who flashed a grin that could be sweet or diabolical, was known for offbeat characters like Hawkeye Pierce in Robert Altman's "M.A.S.H.," the hippie tank commander in "Kelly's Heroes" and the stoned professor in "Animal House." Before transitioning into a long career as a respected character actor, Sutherland epitomized the unpredictable, antiestablishment cinema of the 1970s. He never stopped working, appearing in nearly 200 films and series. Over the decades, Sutherland showed his range in more buttoned-down — but still eccentric — roles in Robert Redford's "Ordinary People" and Oliver Stone's "JFK." More, recently, he starred in the “Hunger Games” films. A memoir, “Made Up, But Still True,” is due out in November. Bill Cobbs Actor Bill Cobbs, a cast member in "Get Low," arrives July 27, 2010, at the premiere of the film in Beverly Hills, Calif. Cobbs, the veteran character actor who became a ubiquitous and sage screen presence as an older man, died June 25. He was 90. A Cleveland native, Cobbs acted in such films as “The Hudsucker Proxy,” “The Bodyguard” and “Night at the Museum.” He made his first big-screen appearance in a fleeting role in 1974's “The Taking of Pelham One Two Three." He became a lifelong actor with some 200 film and TV credits. The lion share of those came in his 50s, 60s, and 70s, as filmmakers and TV producers turned to him again and again to imbue small but pivotal parts with a wizened and worn soulfulness. Cobbs appeared on television shows including “The Sopranos," “The West Wing,” “Sesame Street” and “Good Times.” He was Whitney Houston's manager in “The Bodyguard” (1992), the mystical clock man of the Coen brothers' “The Hudsucker Proxy” (1994) and the doctor of John Sayles' “Sunshine State” (2002). He played the coach in “Air Bud” (1997), the security guard in “Night at the Museum” (2006) and the father on “The Gregory Hines Show." Cobbs rarely got the kinds of major parts that stand out and win awards. Instead, Cobbs was a familiar and memorable everyman who left an impression on audiences, regardless of screen time. He won a Daytime Emmy Award for outstanding limited performance in a daytime program for the series “Dino Dana” in 2020. Kinky Friedman Independent gubernatorial candidate Kinky Friedman speaks with the media Nov. 7, 2009, at his campaign headquarters in Austin, Texas. The singer, songwriter, satirist and novelist, who led the alt-country band Texas Jewboys, toured with Bob Dylan, sang with Willie Nelson, and dabbled in politics with campaigns for Texas governor and other statewide offices, died June 27. He was 79 and had suffered from Parkinson's disease. Often called “The Kinkster" and sporting sideburns, a thick mustache and cowboy hat, Friedman earned a cult following and reputation as a provocateur throughout his career across musical and literary genres. In the 1970s, his satirical country band Kinky Friedman and the Texas Jewboys wrote songs with titles such as “They Ain't Makin' Jews Like Jesus Anymore” and “Get Your Biscuits in the Oven and Your Buns in Bed.” Friedman joined part of Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue tour in 1976. By the 1980s, Friedman was writing crime novels that often included a version of himself, and he wrote a column for Texas Monthly magazine in the 2000s. Friedman's run at politics brought his brand of irreverence to the serious world of public policy. In 2006, Friedman ran for governor as an independent in a five-way race that included incumbent Republican Rick Perry. Friedman launched his campaign against the backdrop of the Alamo. Martin Mull Martin Mull participates in "The Cool Kids" panel during the Fox Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour on Aug. 2, 2018, at The Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. Mull, whose droll, esoteric comedy and acting made him a hip sensation in the 1970s and later a beloved guest star on sitcoms including “Roseanne” and “Arrested Development,” died June 28. He was 80. Mull, who was also a guitarist and painter, came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera “Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman,” and the starring role in its spinoff, “Fernwood Tonight." His first foray into show business was as a songwriter, penning the 1970 semi-hit “A Girl Named Johnny Cash” for singer Jane Morgan. He would combine music and comedy in an act that he brought to hip Hollywood clubs in the 1970s. Mull often played slightly sleazy, somewhat slimy and often smarmy characters as he did as Teri Garr's boss and Michael Keaton's foe in 1983's “Mr. Mom.” He played Colonel Mustard in the 1985 movie adaptation of the board game “Clue,” which, like many things Mull appeared in, has become a cult classic. The 1980s also brought what many thought was his best work, “A History of White People in America,” a mockumentary that first aired on Cinemax. Mull co-created the show and starred as a “60 Minutes” style investigative reporter investigating all things milquetoast and mundane. Willard was again a co-star. In the 1990s he was best known for his recurring role on several seasons on “Roseanne,” in which he played a warmer, less sleazy boss to the title character, an openly gay man whose partner was played by Willard, who died in 2020 . Mull would later play private eye Gene Parmesan on “Arrested Development,” a cult-classic character on a cult-classic show, and would be nominated for an Emmy, his first, in 2016 for a guest run on “Veep.” Robert Towne Screenwriter Robert Towne poses at The Regency Hotel, March 7, 2006, in New York. Towne, the Oscar-winning screenplay writer of "Shampoo," "The Last Detail" and other acclaimed films whose work on "Chinatown" became a model of the art form and helped define the jaded allure of his native Los Angeles, died Monday, July 1, 2024, surrounded by family at his home in Los Angeles, said publicist Carri McClure. She declined to comment on any cause of death. Vic Seixas Vic Seixas of the United States backhands a volley from Denmark's Jurgen Ulrich in the first round of men's singles match at Wimbledon, England, June 27, 1967. Vic Seixas, a Wimbledon winner and tennis Hall of Famer who was the oldest living Grand Slam champion, has died July 5 at the age of 100. The International Tennis Hall of Fame announced Seixas’ death on Saturday July 6, 2024, based on confirmation from his daughter Tori. James Inhofe In this June 30, 2020, file photo, Sen. James Inhofe, R-Okla., speaks to reporters following a GOP policy meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington. Former Sen. Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma died July 9. He was 89. The family says in a statement that the Republican had a stroke during the July Fourth holiday and died Tuesday morning. Inhofe was a powerful fixture in state politics for decades. He doubted that climate change was caused by human activity, calling the theory “the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on the American people.” As Oklahoma’s senior U.S. senator, he was a staunch supporter of the state’s military installations. He was elected to a fifth Senate term in 2020 and stepped down in early 2023. Joe Bonsall The Oak Ridge Boys, from left, Joe Bonsall, Richard Sterban, Duane Allen and William Lee Golden hold their awards for Top Vocal Group and Best Album of the Year for "Ya'll Come Back Saloon", during the 14th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Los Angeles, Calif., May 3, 1979. Bonsall died on July 9, 2024, from complications of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis in Hendersonville, Tenn. He was 76. A Philadelphia native and resident of Hendersonville, Tennessee, Bonsall joined the Oak Ridge Boys in 1973, which originally formed in the 1940s. He saw the band through its golden period in the '80s and beyond, which included their signature 1981 song “Elvira.” The hit marked a massive crossover moment for the group, reaching No. 1 on the country chart and No. 5 on Billboard’s all-genre Hot 100. The group is also known for such hits as 1982’s “Bobbie Sue." Shelley Duvall Shelley Duvall poses for photographers at the 30th Cannes Film Festival in France, May 27, 1977. Duvall, whose wide-eyed, winsome presence was a mainstay in the films of Robert Altman and who co-starred in Stanley Kubrick's “The Shining,” died July 11. She was 75. Dr. Ruth Westheimer Dr. Ruth Westheimer holds a copy of her book "Sex for Dummies" at the International Frankfurt Book Fair 'Frankfurter Buchmesse' in Frankfurt, Germany, Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007. Westheimer, the sex therapist who became a pop icon, media star and best-selling author through her frank talk about once-taboo bedroom topics, died on July 12, 2024. She was 96. Richard Simmons Richard Simmons sits for a portrait in Los Angeles, June 23, 1982. Simmons, a fitness guru who urged the overweight to exercise and eat better, died July 13 at the age of 76. Simmons was a court jester of physical fitness who built a mini-empire in his trademark tank tops and short shorts by urging the overweight to exercise and eat better. Simmons was a former 268-pound teen who shared his hard-won weight loss tips as the host of the Emmy-winning daytime “Richard Simmons Show" and the “Sweatin' to the Oldies” line of exercise videos, which became a cultural phenomenon. Jacoby Jones Former NFL receiver Jacoby Jones died July 14 at age 40. Jones' 108-yard kickoff return in 2013 remains the longest touchdown in Super Bowl history. The Houston Texans were Jones’ team for the first five seasons of his career. They announced his death on Sunday. In a statement released by the NFL Players Association, his family said he died at his home in New Orleans. A cause of death was not given. Jones played from 2007-15 for the Texans, Baltimore Ravens, San Diego Chargers and Pittsburgh Steelers. He made several huge plays for the Ravens during their most recent Super Bowl title season, including that kick return. Shannen Doherty The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star whose life and career were roiled by tabloid stories, Shannen Doherty died July 13 at 53. Doherty's publicist said the actor died Saturday following years with breast cancer. Catapulted to fame as Brenda in “Beverly Hills, 90210,” she worked in big-screen films including "Mallrats" and "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back" and in TV movies including "A Burning Passion: The Margaret Mitchell Story," in which she played the "Gone with the Wind" author. Doherty co-starred with Holly Marie Combs and Alyssa Milano in the series “Charmed” from 1998-2001; appeared in the “90210” sequel series seven years later and competed on “Dancing with the Stars” in 2010. James Sikking Actor James Sikking poses for a photograph at the Los Angeles gala celebrating the 20th anniversary of the National Organization for Women, Dec. 1, 1986. Sikking, who starred as a hardened police lieutenant on “Hill Street Blues” and as the titular character's kindhearted dad on “Doogie Howser, M.D.,” died July 13 of complications from dementia, his publicist Cynthia Snyder said in a statement. He was 90. Pat Williams Pat Williams chats with media before the 2004 NBA draft in Orlando, Fla. Williams, a co-founder of the Orlando Magic and someone who spent more than a half-century working within the NBA, died July 17 from complications related to viral pneumonia. The team announced the death Wednesday. Williams was 84. He started his NBA career as business manager of the Philadelphia 76ers in 1968, then had stints as general manager of the Chicago Bulls, the Atlanta Hawks and the 76ers — helping that franchise win a title in 1983. Williams was later involved in starting the process of bringing an NBA team to Orlando. The league’s board of governors granted an expansion franchise in 1987, and the team began play in 1989. Lou Dobbs Lou Dobbs speaks Feb. 24, 2017, at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Oxon Hill, Md. Dobbs, the conservative political pundit and veteran cable TV host who was a founding anchor for CNN and later was a nightly presence on Fox Business Network for more than a decade, died July 18. He was 78. His death was announced in a post on his official X account, which called him a “fighter till the very end – fighting for what mattered to him the most, God, his family and the country.” He hosted “Lou Dobbs Tonight” on Fox from 2011 to 2021, following two separate stints at CNN. No cause of death was given. Bob Newhart Bob Newhart, center, poses with members of the cast and crew of the "Bob Newhart Show," from top left, Marcia Wallace, Bill Daily, Jack Riley, and, Suzanne Pleshette, foreground left, and Dick Martin at TV Land's 35th anniversary tribute to "The Bob Newhart Show" on Sept. 5, 2007, in Beverly Hills, Calif. Newhart has died at age 94. Jerry Digney, Newhart’s publicist, says the actor died July 18 in Los Angeles after a series of short illnesses. The accountant-turned-comedian gained fame with a smash album and became one of the most popular TV stars of his time. Newhart was a Chicago psychologist in “The Bob Newhart Show” in the 1970s and a Vermont innkeeper on “Newhart” in the 1980s. Both shows featured a low-key Newhart surrounded by eccentric characters. The second had a twist ending in its final show — the whole series was revealed to have been a dream by the psychologist he played in the other show. Cheng Pei-Pei Cheng Pei-pei, a Chinese-born martial arts film actor who starred in Ang Lee’s “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,” died July 17 at age 78. Her family says Cheng, who had been diagnosed with a rare illness with symptoms similar to Parkinson’s disease, passed away Wednesday at home surrounded by her loved ones. The Shanghai-born film star became a household name in Hong Kong, once dubbed the Hollywood of the Far East, for her performances in martial arts movies in the 1960s. She played Jade Fox, who uses poisoned needles, in “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,” which was released in 2000, grossed $128 million in North America and won four Oscars. Abdul 'Duke' Fakir Abdul “Duke” Fakir holds his life time achievement award backstage at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 8, 2009, in Los Angeles. The last surviving original member of the Four Tops died July 22. Abdul “Duke” Fakir was 88. He was a charter member of the Motown group along with lead singer Levi Stubbs, Renaldo “Obie" Benson and Lawrence Payton. Between 1964 and 1967, the Tops had 11 top 20 hits and two No. 1′s: “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)” and the operatic classic “Reach Out I’ll Be There.” Other songs, often stories of romantic pain and longing, included “Baby I Need Your Loving,” “Standing in the Shadows of Love,” “Bernadette” and “Just Ask the Lonely.” Bernice Johnson Reagon Sculptress Elizabeth Catlett, left, then-Washington D.C. Mayor Sharon Pratt Dixon, center, and then-curator, division of community life, Smithsonian institution Bernice Johnson Reagon chat during the reception at the Candace awards on June 25, 1991 in New York. Reagon, a musician and scholar who used her rich, powerful contralto voice in the service of the American Civil Rights Movement and human rights struggles around the world, died on July 16, 2024, according to her daughter's social media post. She was 81. John Mayall John Mayall, the British blues musician whose influential band the Bluesbreakers was a training ground for Eric Clapton, Mick Fleetwood and many other superstars, died July 22. He was 90. He is credited with helping develop the English take on urban, Chicago-style rhythm and blues that played an important role in the blues revival of the late 1960s. A statement on Mayall's official Instagram page says he died Monday at his home in California. Though Mayall never approached the fame of some of his illustrious alumni, he was still performing in his late 80s, pounding out his version of Chicago blues. Erica Ash Erica Ash, an actor and comedian skilled in sketch comedy who starred in the parody series “Mad TV” and “Real Husbands of Hollywood,” has died. She was 46. Her publicist and a statement by her mother, Diann, says Ash died July 28 in Los Angeles of cancer. Ash impersonated Michelle Obama and Condoleeza Rice on “Mad TV,” a Fox sketch series, and was a key performer on the Rosie O’Donnell-created series “The Big Gay Sketch Show.” Her other credits included “Scary Movie V,” “Uncle Drew” and the LeBron James-produced basketball dramedy “Survivor’s Remorse.” On the BET series “Real Husbands of Hollywood,” Ash played the ex-wife of Kevin Hart’s character. Jack Russell Jack Russell, the lead singer of the bluesy '80s metal band Great White whose hits included “Once Bitten Twice Shy” and “Rock Me” and was fronting his band the night 100 people died in a 2003 nightclub fire in Rhode Island, died Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024. He was 63. Chi Chi Rodriguez Juan “Chi Chi” Rodriguez, a Hall of Fame golfer whose antics on the greens and inspiring life story made him among the sport’s most popular players during a long professional career, died Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024. Susan Wojcicki Susan Wojcicki, the former YouTube chief executive officer and longtime Google executive, died Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, after suffering with non small cell lung cancer for the past two years. She was 56. Frank Selvy Frank Selvy, an All-America guard at Furman who scored an NCAA Division I-record 100 points in a game and later played nine NBA seasons, died Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024. He was 91. Wally Amos Wallace “Wally” Amos, the creator of the cookie empire that took his name and made it famous and who went on to become a children’s literacy advocate, died Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024, from complications with dementia. He was 88. Gena Rowlands Gena Rowlands, hailed as one of the greatest actors to ever practice the craft and a guiding light in independent cinema as a star in groundbreaking movies by her director husband, John Cassavetes, and who later charmed audiences in her son's tear-jerker “The Notebook,” died Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024. She was 94. Peter Marshall Peter Marshall, the actor and singer turned game show host who played straight man to the stars for 16 years on “The Hollywood Squares,” died. Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024 He was 98. Alain Delon Alain Delon, the internationally acclaimed French actor who embodied both the bad guy and the policeman and made hearts throb around the world, died Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024. He was 88. Phil Donahue Phil Donahue, whose pioneering daytime talk show launched an indelible television genre that brought success to Oprah Winfrey, Montel Williams, Ellen DeGeneres and many others, died Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, after a long illness. He was 88. Al Attles Al Attles, a Hall of Famer who coached the 1975 NBA champion Warriors and spent more than six decades with the organization as a player, general manager and most recently team ambassador, died Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024. He was 87. John Amos John Amos, who starred as the family patriarch on the hit 1970s sitcom “Good Times” and earned an Emmy nomination for his role in the seminal 1977 miniseries “Roots,” died Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024. He was 84. James Darren James Darren, a teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a charismatic beach boy paired off with Sandra Dee in the hit film “Gidget,” died Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. He was 88. James Earl Jones James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen has died. He was 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Sept. 9 at home. Jones was a pioneering actor who eventually lent his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader. Working deep into his 80s, he won two Emmys, a Golden Globe, two Tony Awards, a Grammy, the National Medal of Arts, the Kennedy Center Honors and was given an honorary Oscar and a special Tony for lifetime achievement. In 2022, a Broadway theater was renamed in his honor. Frankie Beverly Frankie Beverly, who with his band Maze inspired generations of fans with his smooth, soulful voice and lasting anthems including “Before I Let Go,” has died. He was 77. His family said in a post on the band’s website and social media accounts that Beverly died Sept. 10. In the post, which asked for privacy, the family said “he lived his life with a pure soul, as one would say, and for us, no one did it better.” The post did not say his cause of death or where he died. Beverly, whose songs include “Joy and Pain,” “Love is the Key,” and “Southern Girl,” finished his farewell “I Wanna Thank You Tour” in his hometown of Philadelphia in July. Joe Schmidt Joe Schmidt, the Hall of Fame linebacker who helped the Detroit Lions win NFL championships in 1953 and 1957 and later coached the team, has died. He was 92. The Lions said family informed the team Schmidt died Sept. 11. A cause of death was not provided. One of pro football’s first great middle linebackers, Schmidt played his entire NFL career with the Lions from 1953-65. An eight-time All-Pro, he was enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1973 and the college football version in 2000. Born in Pittsburgh, Schmidt played college football in his hometown at Pitt. Chad McQueen Chad McQueen, an actor known for his performances in the “Karate Kid” movies and the son of the late actor and racer Steve McQueen, died Sep. 11. His lawyer confirmed his death at age 63. McQueen's family shared a statement on social media saying he lived a life “filled with love and dedication.” McQueen was a professional race car driver, like his father, and competed in the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 24 Hours of Daytona races. He is survived by his wife Jeanie and three children, Chase, Madison and Steven, who is an actor best known for “The Vampire Diaries.” Tito Jackson Tito Jackson, one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, died at age 70 on Sept. 15. Jackson was the third of nine children, including global superstars Michael and Janet. The Jackson 5 included brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael. They signed with Berry Gordy’s Motown empire in the 1960s. The group was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 and produced several No. 1 hits in the 1970s, including “ABC,” “I Want You Back” and “I’ll Be There.” JD Souther John David “JD” Souther has died. He was a prolific songwriter and musician whose collaborations with the Eagles and Linda Ronstadt helped shape the country-rock sound that took root in Southern California in the 1970s. Souther joined in on some of the Eagles’ biggest hits, such as “Best of My Love,” “New Kid in Town,” and “Heartache Tonight." The Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee also collaborated with James Taylor, Bob Seger, Bonnie Raitt and many more. His biggest hit as a solo artist was “You’re Only Lonely.” He was about to tour with Karla Bonoff. Souther died Sept. 17 at his home in New Mexico, at 78. In this photo, JD Souther and Alison Krauss attend the Songwriters Hall of Fame 44th annual induction and awards gala on Thursday, June 13, 2013 in New York. Dan Evans Sen. Dan Evans stands with his three sons, from left, Mark, Bruce and Dan Jr., after he won the election for Washington's senate seat in Seattle, Nov. 8, 1983. Evans, a former Washington state governor and a U.S. Senator, died Sept. 20. The popular Republican was 98. He served as governor from 1965 to 1977, and he was the keynote speaker at the 1968 National Republican Convention. In 1983, Evans was appointed to served out the term of Democratic Sen. Henry “Scoop” Jackson after he died in office. Evans opted not to stand for election in 1988, citing the “tediousness" of the Senate. He later served as a regent at the University of Washington, where the Daniel J. Evans School of Public Policy and Governance bears his name. Mercury Morris Eugene “Mercury” Morris, who starred for the unbeaten 1972 Miami Dolphins as part of a star-studded backfield and helped the team win two Super Bowl titles, died Sept. 21. He was 77. The team on Sunday confirmed the death of Morris, a three-time Pro Bowl selection. In a statement, his family said his “talent and passion left an indelible mark on the sport.” Morris was the starting halfback and one of three go-to runners that Dolphins coach Don Shula utilized in Miami’s back-to-back title seasons of 1972 and 1973, alongside Pro Football Hall of Famer Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick. Morris led the Dolphins in rushing touchdowns in both of those seasons. John Ashton John Ashton, the veteran character actor who memorably played the gruff but lovable police detective John Taggart in the “Beverly Hills Cop” films, died Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. He was 76. Maggie Smith Maggie Smith, who won an Oscar for 1969 film “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” and won new fans in the 21st century as the dowager Countess of Grantham in “Downton Abbey” and Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter films, died Sept. 27 at 89. Smith's publicist announced the news Friday. She was frequently rated the preeminent British female performer of a generation that included Vanessa Redgrave and Judi Dench. “Jean Brodie” brought her the Academy Award for best actress in 1969. Smith added a supporting actress Oscar for “California Suite” in 1978. Kris Kristofferson Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar with a deft writing style and rough charisma who became a country music superstar and an A-list Hollywood actor, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. He was 88. Drake Hogestyn Drake Hogestyn, the “Days of Our Lives” star who appeared on the show for 38 years, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. He was 70. Ron Ely Ron Ely, the tall, musclebound actor who played the title character in the 1960s NBC series “Tarzan,” died Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, at age 86. Dikembe Mutombo Dikembe Mutombo, a Basketball Hall of Famer who was one of the best defensive players in NBA history and a longtime global ambassador for the game, died Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, from brain cancer, the league announced. He was 58. Frank Fritz Frank Fritz, left, part of a two-man team who drove around the U.S. looking for antiques and collectibles to buy and resell on the reality show “American Pickers,” died Monday, Sept. 30, 2024. He was 60. He's shown here with co-host Mike Wolfe at the A+E Networks 2015 Upfront in New York on April 30, 2015. Pete Rose Pete Rose, baseball’s career hits leader and fallen idol who undermined his historic achievements and Hall of Fame dreams by gambling on the game he loved and once embodied, died Monday, Sept. 30, 2024. He was 83. Cissy Houston Cissy Houston, the mother of Whitney Houston and a two-time Grammy winner who performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin, died Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, in her New Jersey home. She was 91. Ethel Kennedy Ethel Kennedy, the wife of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, who raised their 11 children after he was assassinated and remained dedicated to social causes and the family’s legacy for decades thereafter, died on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, her family said. She was 96. Liam Payne Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, whose chart-topping British boy band generated a global following of swooning fans, was found dead Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024, after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, local officials said. He was 31. Mitzi Gaynor Mitzi Gaynor, among the last survivors of the so-called golden age of the Hollywood musical, died of natural causes in Los Angeles on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. She was 93. Fernando Valenzuela Fernando Valenzuela, the Mexican-born phenom for the Los Angeles Dodgers who inspired “Fernandomania” while winning the NL Cy Young Award and Rookie of the Year in 1981, died Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. He was 63. Jack Jones Jack Jones, a Grammy-winning crooner known for “The Love Boat” television show theme song, died, Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. He was 86. Phil Lesh Phil Lesh, a founding member of the Grateful Dead, died Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, at age 84. Teri Garr Teri Garr, the quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star of such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024. She was 79. Quincy Jones Quincy Jones, the multitalented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson’s historic “Thriller” album to writing prize-winning film and television scores and collaborating with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other recording artists, died Sunday, Nov 3, 2024. He was 91 Bobby Allison Bobby Allison, founder of racing’s “Alabama Gang” and a NASCAR Hall of Famer, died Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. He was 86. Song Jae-lim Song Jae-lim, a South Korean actor known for his roles in K-dramas “Moon Embracing the Sun” and “Queen Woo,” was found dead at his home in capital Seoul, Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. He was 39. Timothy West British actor Timothy West, who played the classic Shakespeare roles of King Lear and Macbeth and who in recent years along with his wife, Prunella Scales, enchanted millions of people with their boating exploits on Britain's waterways, died Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024. He was 90. Bela Karolyi Bela Karolyi, the charismatic if polarizing gymnastics coach who turned young women into champions and the United States into an international power in the sport, died Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. He was 82. Arthur Frommer Arthur Frommer, whose "Europe on 5 Dollars a Day" guidebooks revolutionized leisure travel by convincing average Americans to take budget vacations abroad, died Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. He was 95. Bob Love Former Chicago Bulls forward Bob Love, a three-time All-Star who spent 11 years in the NBA, died Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. He was 81. Chuck Woolery Chuck Woolery, the affable, smooth-talking game show host of “Wheel of Fortune,” “Love Connection” and “Scrabble” who later became a right-wing podcaster, skewering liberals and accusing the government of lying about COVID-19, died Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. He was 83. Barbara Taylor Bradford Barbara Taylor Bradford, a British journalist who became a publishing sensation in her 40s with the saga "A Woman of Substance" and wrote more than a dozen other novels that sold tens of millions of copies, died Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. She was 91. Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly!Israeli Jets Attack Syria-Lebanon Border Crossings to Stop Arms Smuggling

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This charitable act by ByteDance underscores the importance of corporate social responsibility and the vital role that businesses can play in supporting educational and cultural initiatives. By supporting the compilation, editing, and digitization of the "Rujiazang," ByteDance is setting an example for other companies to follow, demonstrating that investing in cultural preservation and academic research is not only a philanthropic gesture but also a strategic investment in the future of society.The much-anticipated unveiling of the annual Best XI has sparked debates and discussions among fans and experts alike. Surprisingly, Lionel Messi, one of the most iconic figures in the sport, was notably absent from the star-studded lineup, raising eyebrows and prompting speculation about the criteria and selection process. The absence of the Argentine maestro has left many fans questioning the validity and credibility of the coveted accolade.

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Best self care gifts If your wellness aficionado loves to keep their teeth and the planet clean, the Suri electric toothbrush will make a great stocking stuffer. This toothbrush comes with a recyclable, plant-based head that is waterproof and easy to clean. The toothbrush boasts an almost five-star average rating from over 9,000 people who have enjoyed adding this toothbrush to their self-care routines. It comes in five different colors -- the winter fern is my favorite. There's nothing that says luxury like a fancy soap to add to your evening shower. Honestly, you can't go wrong with any soap from Lush, but there's something about the Galactic that makes it... out of this world. The vibrant colors and the incredible silky feeling it leaves on your skin are truly unmatched. All of Lush's products are made with natural ingredients and are cruelty free. When I tell you that the Guru Nanda water flosser has changed the game for me, believe it. I wasn't always consistent with flossing until I got this water flosser and other oral care essentials from Guru Nanda. Now I have a full oral care routine in the morning and evening. I think this bundle is a great kit to gift as it comes with all of the must-haves to transform your pearly whites -- water flosser, whitening oil pulling, toothbrush, tongue scraper, dental floss, mouth wash and whitening strips. Guru Nanda combines the best of eastern and western health philosophies and uses ethically sourced ingredients. This shower head filter is easy to install and helps filter out heavy metals, chlorine, calcium carbonate, iron, mercury and other contaminants that can be found in hard tap water to promote healthier skin and hair. The filter is even tested to NSF-177 standards. This bundle includes the shower head, a replacement filter, diffuser, three canopy signature aromas and everything you need to install it like a wrench and plumber's tape. Whoever receives this gift will literally glow after their shower. These are the best toner pads to add to any skin care regimen. I used to skip the toner, but not since adding the blemish pad to my night routine (although, these can be used in the morning too). I find that when my skin is breaking out, these pads do a great job at soothing irritated skin and diminishing blemishes. These pads are also made of vegan fibers. Don't know what to give the adventurous man in your life? Every Man Jack makes the perfect gift for the one who is always on the go but values clean ingredients. The Every Man Jack body gift set comes with a body wash, deodorant, 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner and a face wash. All of the products are made in the USA, B-Corp certified and don't contain any harsh chemicals. Consider taking vitamins orally a thing of the past as Barriere offers a better and fun way to get your daily vitamin intake. These patches are stickers you put on for a few hours and the vitamins go directly into your bloodstream for increased absorption. I personally find it hard to swallow large tablets and pills, so these patches have become my go to, especially when traveling since they take up minimal space. The stickers come in fun designs that your friends will want to show off. Dermaesthetics has quickly become one of my favorite Korean skin care brands. I use this cream at night after I apply all of my serums and I find it great at locking in moisture, especially during the colder months. This moisturizer contains soluble collagen, which is essential for maintaining healthy elasticity and firmness on your skin. It's designed to target uneven skin texture and anti-aging concerns. A gua sha is a self-care tool used in traditional Chinese medicine. The gua sha from The Now features a sleek design to aid in lymphatic drainage, inflammation and circulation enhancement. I love to use it after my night shower with the hemp body oil (you can use it with your favorite massage oil) for a little TLC before going to bed. You can't be there to hug your loved ones every second of the day, but this heated bottle may be the next best thing. This is a gently weighted bottle that can be heated or cooled and you can snuggle with it. You can use the Snuggler as a hot water bag for pain relief or for sore muscles. I also use it to relax before going to bed. I've been using the Clearlight red light therapy personal tower almost daily for a year and can attest to the skin benefits I've experienced. My skin is the clearest and brightest it's been in years. Besides the skin benefits, red light therapy may also aid with muscle recovery, inflammation and cell regeneration. The small tower is compact, which makes it easy to store. The personal tower is meant to be used while sitting, making it convenient to use while working, reading or relaxing. Best sleep gifts for people who love to get their ZZZs If there's one thing your sleep-loving friend or family member needs to add to their night routine, it's this sunrise alarm clock. Since using this clock, I have broken up with my phone's alarm clock. Nothing beats waking up to light that mimics the sun paired with soothing sounds. Not only does this optimize your wake up routine, but I use it at night to wind down, too. I can customize how and when I want to start to wind down (you can customize the color hues, the sounds, the time and days of the week) and the same for when I wake up in the morning. If you sign up for the membership, the app has an extensive library of sounds to wake up to, white noise to drift off to sleep and even meditations. You can access some sounds and light for free without a membership. This is the gift the sleep lover in your life didn't know they needed. A quality pillow can be a game changer for achieving optimal sleep. This pillow is suitable for side, back and stomach sleepers. It has a unique springy feel thanks to the proprietary GelFlex. The inside is comprised of Talalay latex and the outside (below the pillow cover) is made of honeycomb GelFlex. I haven't enjoyed a pillow as much as I love my Purple Harmony. Your loved ones deserve to fall asleep to the cooling sensation of the Manta cool sleep mask. This is one of the few masks I've tested that actually stays on all night. The design is also great since it has adjustable cups that go over your eyes and don't apply pressure to them. They are also super comfy for side sleepers (if you're a side sleeper and have used eye masks before, you know how they bunch up, exposing you to light or are uncomfortable on the side of your head). Besides blocking light, the cups are filled with cooling beads that you can put in the freezer and use before bed for extra cooling. Trust me, whoever receives this mask will be eternally grateful. There's nothing like resting your head on a silky, smooth pillow at the end of a long day. The Slip silk pillowcase is made of 100% Mulberry silk and has a zipper to ensure it stays on your pillow. I personally love a silk pillowcase because I'm a side sleeper and notice that I wake up with fewer sleep lines on my face when I use one. It also helps create less friction with your hair, so it helps promote growth and less breakage. Our sleep team is a huge fan of the Sleep Number Create Your Perfect Comforter. It's an innovative solution for couples who struggle with different warmth preferences. You can customize each side of the comforter to keep both partners happy during the night. If you're looking for a gift for that one friend who lives in a busy city and their sleep has taken a hit because of it, look no further than the Dream earplugs by Loop. I live in New York City and the sirens, honking and city noises often make it difficult to stay asleep. The Dream earplugs are the perfect earplugs for sleeping as they do a pretty good job at blocking noise and are also really comfortable. As a side sleeper, I often found earplugs to be uncomfortable after a few hours of applying the pressure and weight of my head on the earplug, but Loop has done a great job with the design of these. They come in three colors, so you're sure to find a pair that your friend will love. If your loved one is a hot sleeper and frequently wakes up with night sweats, the Chilipad bed cooling system by Sleepme will make the perfect upgrade to their bed set-up. It's essentially a mattress topper connected to a water system that actively cools you during the night for optimal sleep. You can download the app to set up your night routine (the time you want it to start) and it'll automatically start every night. In the morning it will warm up to trigger your body's natural wake response. Nothing says cozy bed time more than a magnesium infused hot cocoa. Moonbrew's nighttime hot cocoa blend with magnesium is the perfect bedtime drink to help you snooze. The best thing about it is that it's melatonin free, so you won't experience that hangover feel or grogginess the next morning. Some of the ingredients you can find in this blend are magnesium, L-theanine, reishi, chamomile and zinc -- the perfect sleep concoction. A single pack comes with enough servings for 30 days. If you're looking for a sweet gift for a little one, why not give the gift of good sleep? This gift set from Oilogic comes with all of the essentials to help babies relax and ease into sleep like a bath and shampoo, calming cream, vapor roll-on essential oil and linen mist. Oilogic doesn't use any harmful chemicals such as petroleum, parabens, phthalates, sulfates, gluten, dyes, mineral oil, artificial colors or synthetic fragrances. These products are also cruelty-free, vegan and made in the USA. Gifts for people who like to cook and nutrition enthusiasts This utensil set makes the perfect gift for that health conscious friend that is worried about microplastics making their way into the kitchen. The Caraway wooden utensil set is made of FSC-Certified Birch Wood, a beautiful bamboo-colored wood that will elevate any kitchen. The set includes a spoon, server, scraper, spatula and tongs that are crafted from responsibly grown wood and free of toxic materials and BPAs, making it not only good for your food, but good for the environment. I love when supplements make it easy for me to ingest them since I find swallowing pills so hard. These lozenges are meant to be sucked like your favorite mint (they have a minty flavor) and are designed to help you balance your hormones and cortisol levels. I also like that they are free of melatonin, which can make you feel groggy the next day. These supplements are vegan and also soy, dairy, sugar and gluten free. They also contain no fillers, additives, dyes or preservatives, making it really allergy friendly and a perfect stocking stuffer for that friend that struggles to get a good night's sleep. This one is for that loved one that needs a little help chilling out. There's no way to sugar coat it, this year has been pretty stressful and we all could use a little TLC. MegaFood offers a great supplement that helps the body adapt to everyday stressors. Some of the key ingredients I like in this supplement are the reishi mushroom and ashwagandha; both have been linked to lower stress levels . I like that this supplement is no frills and a budget-friendly option. While I particularly like the stress relief system, the brand also offers vitamins for energy , immunity , digestion , healthy aging and more. If there is such a thing as the fountain of youth, this collagen elixir from LTH is probably it. The berry-sorbet flavored shot contains ingredients that target the health of your skin, hair, bones and joints. Whether you’re aiming to improve skin complexion or just feel good, this unique blend of bioactive collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid, lutein and zeaxanthin and antioxidants can help revitalize and restore your skin's health and elasticity. If your friends or family members are anything like me, they enjoy making nutritious food at home. A quality blender can make all the difference in food preparation. I consider my blender one of the best additions to my kitchen. When I say I use it for everything, I mean it. The Nutribullet SmartSense blender is one of a kind. This blender has 1400 Watts of power and five variable speed settings – the widest range of any Nutribullet. It also features a smart auto cycle, which senses the ingredients inside the pitcher and automatically adjusts speed and time. I've really never enjoyed using a blender so much. We all know that one person who has been trying to grow out their hair for the longest time. I saw a lot of hair loss earlier this year due to stress and was excited to get my hands on the new Lemme Grow to see if it would help. I've only been using it for a week, so I cannot attest to its long-term benefits just yet. I will say that the consumer study results after 12 weeks of use looks pretty promising -- the brand claims 90% of consumers saw less shedding and 97% said their hair was thicker, shinier and longer. As I've already stated, I love when I can take supplements that I don't have to swallow. That's what makes Trace so unique, it's in liquid form so you can take sublingually or add it to water. Its liquid form can also help your body better absorb it. Magnesium can help promote better sleep and relaxation and improve energy and athletic performance. Do you have a loved one or friend who is always having tummy issues? I've got the perfect solution for them. I recently got this essential oil blend that helps me a lot with bloating. It's packaged in a small, convenient roll-on bottle, that's perfect for travel or to keep in a purse. Just apply it with a carrier to your stomach and gently massage. (We do not recommend ingesting essential oils.) If you're looking for a sweet, edible gift for someone who likes to take care of their skin from the inside out, I highly recommend the Everydaze Essential C's Konjac Jelly. This fun treat comes in a pouch and packs a punch when it comes to nutrients for your skin, like vitamin C. Konjac , one of the main ingredients in this jelly, has been linked to lower cholesterol and blood sugar and may even help with gut health. This konjac jelly comes in at only 10 calories and is vegan, cruelty free, keto, sugar free and gluten free. It also comes in many flavors like peach, watermelon, mango, Korean pear and lychee, so you're sure to find something for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Best fitness gifts for people who like to work out The Oura Ring is a favorite among the wellness team here at CNET. Time and time again it makes it as our top sleep and fitness tracker. We love the sleek design and how it doesn't even feel like you're wearing a tracker. Besides going well with any outfit, the Oura Ring also gives you in-depth insight into your fitness and vitals. You can track your workouts, sleep quality, readiness, heart health and menstrual cycle. The brand recently launched the Gen 4 model with new and improved features like a completely titanium exterior and interior, recessed interior sensors (no more domes) and more inclusive sizing. The Gen 3 is still a solid tracker and is on sale for as low as $249. Of all the fitness trackers I've tested, the Oura is still my all-time favorite. I'm sure your fitness bestie will love it just as much. This is the best gift you can give to your yoga-loving friend. This yoga mat has been one of my favorites to test and is the one I use daily for my at-home yoga classes. The brand is committed to using nontoxic, eco-friendly materials. The mat is made from natural tree rubber and has a really cool eco-polyurethane top surface, making it biodegradable and free from harmful chemicals, which are often found in traditional yoga mats. One of the standout features of the Liforme mat is its patented AlignForMe system, the markers on the surface of the mat, that help practitioners of all skill levels achieve better alignment and posture. The mat also boasts excellent grip for even the sweatiest of sessions. If you'd rather gift experiences this holiday season, you won't want to miss out on giving your friends or family a ClassPass gift card. You can choose the amount you want to give, and based on the amount they will get credits to use for a work out, wellness experience (like spas), beauty salons or food and drink. ClassPass has partnered with over 30,000 studios, gyms and spas all over the world, so whoever receives this gift can use it anywhere. I signed up for the free trial and have kept my membership since I like trying out new fitness spaces every week and have taken different classes like kick-boxing, yoga, pilates, personal training and more. The Bala bangles are a great addition to anyone's work out routine -- they can be put on your wrists or ankles and can be worn to different fitness classes like pilates, yoga, core training or just walking. Besides being incredibly stylish, these weights stay put, even through active classes. I like how they're not bulky and can be easily stored in small spaces. It doesn't matter who you're shopping for, the New Balance 530 trainers will help your loved one hit the gym in style. I find that these trainers are great for walking, strength training or even HIIT workouts as the midsole absorbs impact pretty well. They come in four colors to suit any personality and preference. These do run a little big, so I recommend sizing down half a size. Give the gift of adventure to your favorite hiker, biker or trail runner this holiday season. AllTrails is an app where you download trail maps so you know where to go, even when you're offline or have no reception. You can share your trail with your friends so you can see where they are at any moment and the app alerts you if you've gone off the trail. Workout sliders are a great gift for those who love to work out at home, but have a small space. These sliders have helped me maximize my home workouts, especially those that target my core. These sliders from Lululemon have a sleek design and are really durable. The surfaces on either side of the sliders are different, so you can use one side on hard wood floors and tiles, and the other side on carpets. These resistance bands by Blogilates help you target muscle groups and build more strength in your arms, chest, shoulders and back. They have comfortable foam handles, which make them convenient to add strength-building resistance to almost any exercise. These would make a great addition to any home gym.OTTAWA — After being blanked 4-0 by host Canada the night before, Finland bounced back with a gritty 3-1 win over Germany during Friday's second day of competition at the World Junior Hockey Championship in Ottawa. Emil Pieniniemi, Arttu Alasiurua and Jesse Kiiskinen scored for Finland, which outshot the winless German crew 43-32. Clemens Sager scored for Germany, which lost 10-4 to the defending champion United States on Boxing Day. Finland led 1-0 after the first period and 2-1 heading into the third. Germany's goaltender Linus Vieillard stopped 40 of 42 shots directed at him, while Petteri Rimpinen stopped 31 of 32 shots for Finland. Both teams play their next games Sunday when Finland plays the U.S. and Germany faces Canada. Earlier on Friday, Slovakia bounced back from a 5-2 opening-day loss to Sweden to edge Switzerland 2-1. Jan Chovan's goal with 3:18 left in the third period snapped a 1-1 deadlock and lifted Slovakia to the victory. Daniel Jencko also scored for Slovakia. Eric Schneller scored for winless Switzerland, which lost 5-1 on Thursday to Czechia. Both teams had 29 shots on goal. Both teams play again Sunday when Slovakia faces Czechia and Switzerland plays Sweden. In later games Friday, Sweden will square off with Kazakhstan, while Canada will face Latvia. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 27, 2024. The Canadian PressWith the upcoming DLC, players can look forward to facing off against a diverse array of foes, each with their own distinct strengths, weaknesses, and abilities. From fearsome dragons to cunning spellcasters, the new enemies in "Echoes of Destiny" promise to provide a fresh challenge for even the most seasoned adventurers.

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Why Celtics hope other opponents try Grizzlies’ ‘bold’ Jrue Holiday strategyMoreover, the development zone has proactively sought partnerships with leading e-commerce platforms and payment gateways, facilitating a smooth and secure transaction process for both buyers and sellers. By leveraging technology and innovation, Nantong Development Zone has been able to create a digital ecosystem that fosters trust and transparency, key elements in the world of cross-border e-commerce.Jaipur: A six-member committee formed by JMC-G to probe the incident of ten students fainting at a coaching centre in Gopalpura on Dec 15 has said in its report that the exact cause of the incident could not be determined. The report released on Monday also said no evidence of negligence or suspicious activity was found at the coaching centre. The building of the coaching centre was sealed by JMC-G a day after the incident, and an FSL team had taken water samples from there. The probe committee's report said the sewage system around the coaching centre is in proper condition. The fire NOC for the coaching centre was found valid, and the building has all necessary fire safety measures in place, said the report. CCTV footage of the incident also did not show any suspicious activity, and no evidence of electrical short circuits or faulty equipment was also found, said the probe report. The cause of the gas-like odour could not be identified, and the panel said it could possibly be due to a large number of students being in the classroom. The incident occurred on the second floor of the building, where no foul odour related to the sewage line, electrical short circuits, or any other suspicious material was found. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , Location Guesser and Mini Crossword .

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Honda rider proved to be a dominant force throughout the season, showcasing exceptional skill and speed on the track. With a series of impressive race wins and consistent podium finishes, the rider managed to build a significant lead in the championship standings as the season progressed.China in restructuring itself in the field of avionics and military infrastructure, with its 6th generation fighter program giving stiff competition to the US Air Force . The Asian country has now announced the new sixth-generation heavy stealth jet whose images have surfaced recently, showing this previously unseen aircraft conducting daytime flight tests alongside other combat aircrafts giving it due backup. ET Year-end Special Reads Two sectors that rose on India's business horizon in 2024 2025 outlook: Is it time for cautious optimism or rekindling animal spirits? 2024: Govt moves ahead with simultaneous polls plan; India holds largest democratic exercise Has China launched its new sixth-generation heavy stealth jet? Reports claim that these tests took initiation from the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC) factory airfield, and these videos of the unseen jet went viral within minutes of it circulating on social media. Meanwhile, this would mean that there is now increased pressure on America's sixth-gen program in the coming days as the details regarding the exact identity and specifications of the Chinese fighter jet will remain a mystery for now, making it a major security threat for US and China's enemy nations. What's so special about the new Chinese stealth jets? These sixth-gen Chinese jets are tailless, which is indeed a one-of-a-kind outlook, but it reportedly gives lesser air resistance to aircrafts, and provides better maneuvering, due to the avionics involved. Moreover, the broad nose of the stealth jet raises the possibility of accommodating one or two crew members side by side, making it easier to coordinate and fly, like like regular commercial aircrafts. FAQs: Are US and China allies? China's leadership perceives the US military as “hostile” and “threatening” towards the People's Liberation Army. Is China working on next-gen fighter aircrafts? Beijing's military expansion over the past two decades has focused on developing a formidable arsenal of missiles, ships, aircraft, including the latest sixth-generation heavy stealth jet. 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