Richard Wagner, whose three-decade career as a correspondent for CBS News included covering the war in Vietnam and numerous other conflicts around the world, has died. He was 85.
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“Where the Children Take Us: How One Family Achieved the Unimaginable” by Zain E. Asher (Amistad)In recounting her family’s struggle to carry on after her father’s unexpected death, Zain E.
Asher has written a handbook for hope when none seems possible.Asher’s face is familiar around the globe as the anchor of CNN International’s “One World.” So is her brother’s, actor Chiwetel Ejiofor, the star of the Oscar winner “12 Years a Slave” and praised for writing and directing the Netflix film “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind.” Their sister, Kandibe, a medical doctor, and brother, Obinze, an entrepreneur, have made marks in their own fields.However, the star of Asher’s memoir, “Where the Children Take Us,” is their mother.Obiajulu Justina Ejiofor was raising a family in London when a car accident killed her husband, Arinze, a medical student, and critically injured son Chiwetel, then 11. With a baby on the way, she had to cope with the loss of her childhood sweetheart, running a neighborhood pharmacy and, most importantly, the care of their young children.
Grief-stricken and exhausted, even with help from relatives, she feared she was failing them.But Obiajulu had faced challenges before. As a child, she lived through political and ethnic division during Nigeria’s bloody civil war, then moved with Arinze to London at 18 with little more than a desire to build a life together.
Working at a laundry, she was inspired by another Nigerian woman to explore further possibilities. Soon, Obiajulu was setting her sights on earning a pharmacy degree, obtaining a loan and opening her own business, all thanks to the first “uplifter” in her new life.In the wake of tragedy, Asher’s mother became her family’s uplifter by wielding the firm hand
.Richard Wagner, whose three-decade career as a correspondent for CBS News included covering the war in Vietnam and numerous other conflicts around the world, has died. He was 85.
Daniella Westbrook was glowing as she showed off her new nose during a cosy dinner with pals.The former Eastenders actor, 48, enjoyed a meal in London's Soho with two friends at the weekend. Sharing a snap on Instagram, the mum-of-two looked stunning and appeared happy, healthy and in good spirits following the latest reconstructive operation on her face. "Impromptu dinner @oldcomptonbrasserie with friends @mrmarkbyron @chrismforde gotta love a sunny Sunday in soho #friends" she posted.
Rachel Zegler is proving that at the end of the day, family is what matters most.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe West Side Story star penned an emotional tribute to her family as they took part in a major milestone for their daughter, though she revealed that she unfortunately had to miss the special moment.The star's success and her family's support came full circle when they visited Disney World recently, and saw a display of none other than Rachel's very own dress she wore to portray the iconic María Vázquez in the Steven Spielberg musical.WATCH: The trailer for West Side StoryMORE: West Side Story star Rachel Zegler updates fans after Oscars invite snubShe shared a heartfelt shot of her parents admiring the classic, frilly white dress with a red belt as it was presented behind a glass casing.The 21-year-old wrote: "My parents saw my costume from West Side Story on display at Walt Disney World today," and she revealed why it was extra meaningful, explaining that Disney was: "A place they took me every year as a kid that truly helped me cultivate my dreams."Though she couldn't be next to them for the sentimental moment, the reason was undoubtedly worth it, and she went on to reveal an exciting career update.
comedy festival, the streamer confirmed which performances will be available to view in the coming weeks, including tributes to late comedians such as Bob Saget and Robin Williams and the yet-to-be-announced date for Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias’s groundbreaking set at Dodger Stadium.Featuring a wide range of events and stars, the festival also made headlines for some of its comedians’ jokes, such as Pete Davidson’s digs at Kanye West. But the biggest news of the fest was when Dave Chappelle was tackled on stage during his set at the Hollywood Bowl, with the attacker being charged with four misdemeanor counts.
Nick Cave faced a tragedy as his son Jethro tragically passed away at the age of 31.The rock star, 64, confirmed the news in a statement that read: “With much sadness, I can confirm that my son, Jethro, has passed away. We would be grateful for family privacy at this time." Jethro’s death comes two days after he was released from prison in Melbourne, Australia, where he was jailed for assaulting his mother, Beau Lazenby.
Outfest Screenwriting Lab has become the cornerstone of Outfest’s education and creative development programming.As the arts, media and entertainment organization celebrates its 40th anniversary, and the lab its 25th, Outfest has expanded the program with the support of partner Netflix, waiving submission fees for all applicants and providing grants for each of the selected screenwriters to help financially support them.“Everyone knows that a great film, a great series, a great story begins with the screenplay,” stated Outfest executive director, Damien S. Navarro.
Selling Sunset's Chrishell Stause has confirmed her romance with non-binary singer G-Flip - and then joked on Instagram it was time to "come out" of her own closet.MORE: Everything you need to know about Davina Potratz's $75m listingThe realtor took fans on a tour of her closet which is being renovated, revealing that she now has rose quartz walls and marble counters. However as she closed out the video, she shared: "It's coming along. Okay, I'm going to come out of it now."WATCH: Chrishell Stause 'comes out of the closet'The one-liner comes after she went public with her new romance during the season five reunion episode with Tan France."I recently have been spending a lot of time with someone that's very important to me.
When Heartstopper premiered on Netflix in April 2022, sweet rugby star Nick Nelson quickly won the hearts of audiences everywhere — including Kit Connor, the actor who plays him on the show.
Danniella Westbrook has unveiled the results of her latest nose job for the first time as she dazzled on the red carpet at the Celeb MMA Party in London. As well as her collapsed jaw and cheekbones, the 48 year old star's nose crumbled after excessive drug use when she was younger, and she has undergone numerous surgeries over the years to try and correct the issue.
MTV Raps” now has a premiere date.The reimagined global iteration of the MTV hip-hop series will premiere on Paramount+ on Tuesday, May 24, the streamer announced Monday. In addition, Paramount+ released the official trailer, key art and lineup of featured guests.Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios, “Yo! MTV Raps” is a comprehensive deep dive into the current state of hip hop.
Most of comedy’s top talent are in Los Angeles this weekend at the inaugural Netflix Is A Joke festival, but the best jokes literally and figuratively in the nation were at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington DC on Saturday.
Jenny Han’s other best-selling YA trilogy is heading to Amazon Prime Video this June.“The Summer I Turned Pretty,” a new teen drama series based on Han’s novel of the same name, will premiere on Prime Video June 17, it announced Thursday. The news comes days following the news that Han has inked an exclusive development deal with the streamer.The series stars Lola Tung as Isabel “Belly” Conklin, an ordinary teenage girl who spends the summer in Cousin’s Beach with her mother Laurel (Jackie Chung) and older brother Steven (Sean Kaufman).
Wilson Chapman editorNetflix has set release dates for nearly 40 moves debuting between May and Labor Day Weekend. The streamer unveiled a first look at the Kevin Hart and Mark Wahlberg-starrer “Me Time,” which follows a stay-at-home dad (Hart) who finds himself with some “me time” for the first time in years.
Taking her time! Nikki Bella isn’t ready to give her 20-month-old son, Matteo, a sibling just yet.
Chrishell Stause is defending herself. The star hopped on her Instagram Stories on Monday to set the record straight about claims that she’s a mean girl -- following the release of season 5 of the Netflix series. «Hi guys,” the 40-year-old real estate agent began her video message. “Honestly still feel like I got hit by a bus a little bit from yesterday’s reunion,” she added as she talked to the camera.
Not here for the backlash. As Selling Sunset fans react to season 5 of the Netflix show, Chrishell Stause is speaking out regarding her strained relationship with costar Christine Quinn.
Amid a catalogue of changing faces and evolving content at the BBC, one of its longest-running and internationally respected news programmes, Dateline London, is set to finish at the end of the summer