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Ducks to retire captain Ryan Getzlaf's No. 15 on Jan. 30 — 1dThe Anaheim Ducks will retire No. 15 in honor of franchise icon Ryan Getzlaf in a Jan. 30 ceremony, recognizing his 17-year career with Anaheim that includes the 2007 Stanley Cup and franchise-leading points and assists. The tribute solidifies Getzlaf’s legacy as a long-time captain and cornerstone of the Ducks’ modern era.

Jared Kim Beyond well deserved. Getzlaf was the heart of that franchise for nearly two decades.

Harrison's If Not For You Endures as HitEntertainment — 2dArtists across decades reshaped songs—from George Harrison's slower, rootsy take on Bob Dylan's If Not For You to Harry Belafonte's soulful twist on Tomorrow Is a Long Time—demonstrating how covers can redefine a tune's legacy. Iconic tracks like Jackson Browne's Nothing But Time recorded on a moving tour bus for Running on Empty and the long road of Seasons in the Sun from Le Moribond through early Beach Boys sessions to Terry Jacks' 1974 hit show how production contexts and reinterpretations deepen a song's enduring impact.

Peter Cullen, Iconic Optimus Prime Voice, Dies at 85 — 6dPeter Cullen, the 85-year-old Canadian voice actor best known as Optimus Prime, died at his Los Angeles home with the cause of death not disclosed, and his family asked fans to honor his legacy by showing compassion and leadership. Tributes note his four-decade tenure voicing Optimus Prime across animation, live-action films, and video games, along with other iconic roles such as Eeyore and Predator sounds, and his recognition including a 2010 Transformers Hall of Fame induction and a 2023 Lifetime Achievement Emmy.

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Giants retire Jeff Kent No. 21 in rainout makeup — 4dThe San Francisco Giants officially retired Jeff Kent’s No. 21 in a ceremony between a day-night doubleheader, honoring his 2000 MVP season and 17-year Giants tenure. The event underscored the lasting bond with Barry Bonds and featured tributes from Giants icons, while Kent reflected on his career and the enduring legacy of the team.

IJRDem Senate Hopeful Backed Trans Prison Policy — Female Inmate Says Convicted Killer Threatened To Rape HerNicole Silverio · 4 min · 14h

Dolly Parton Dies at 80; Global Tributes — Aug 25, 2026Country icon Dolly Parton died at age 80, with the news confirmed by her nephew on Instagram and tributes pouring in worldwide. She left a six-decade legacy as a songwriter and star of hits like Jolene and 9 to 5, coupled with philanthropy through her Imagination Library that helped millions.

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.693 votes · 21 candidates

Iconic Guitar Riffs Define Rock Through DecadesEntertainment — Aug 25, 2026Ted Nugent’s Cat Scratch Fever not only propelled a landmark guitar riff into the charts but also echoes a real medical disease that inspired its title. Other profiles celebrate legendary riffs and songs—Purple Haze, Do It Again, and Led Zeppelin’s Whole Lotta Love, which was famously voted the greatest guitar riff of all time.

Dolly Parton, global icon, dies at 80 — Aug 25, 2026Dolly Parton’s long marriage to Carl Dean, a private but deeply enduring bond, spanned nearly six decades and continued to shape her life even after his death in March 2025 at age 82. The couple’s simple, private rituals—flowers, poems, riverbank picnics, and shared meals—were repeatedly highlighted as the foundation of their enduring relationship.

Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97, Global Icon — Aug 27, 2026Yayoi Kusama, the Japanese avant-garde artist famed for polka dots, pumpkins and immersive installations, has died at age 97; she passed away on August 14 in a Tokyo hospital, according to her studio. Her decades-long career, including time in New York, anti-war activism, and a lasting impact on contemporary art, kept her painting and creating until the end.

Tim Curry Dies at 80; 2012 Stroke Highlighted — Aug 26, 2026Tim Curry, the iconic actor known for Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Pennywise in It, has died at age 80 in Los Angeles after years of serious health issues, with authorities noting no foul play. Curry suffered a major stroke in 2012 and remained a notable presence in film and theater, appearing in roles from Annie to Home Alone 2 and beyond.

On X · @enhypenupdatesENHYPEN Secures Sixth Win and First Double Crown for “Bloody Paradise” on M CountdownThe post from the large fan-update account @enhypenupdates congratulates K-pop group ENHYPEN on taking first place on the music show M Countdown with their track “Bloody Paradise.” It highlights this as the song’s sixth win, the group’s 25th career music-show win, and their first double crown.2,614 likes · 2m

Iconic 70s Rock Stars Turn Milestones WorldwideEntertainment — 5dOn milestone birthdays, Scorpions founder Rudolf Schenker turns 78 and remains the band's sole original member; jazz innovator John Surman marks 82 as a pioneering multi-instrumentalist with a career spanning the ECM era and notable collaborations. Hugh Cornwell of the Stranglers turns 77, Chris Copping rejoined Procol Harum in 1970 filling multiple roles, and Chicago drummer Danny Seraphine turns 78, celebrating a career that produced enduring hits and a hall-of-fame legacy.

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Sir Billy Boston dies aged 92 — Aug 25, 2026Rugby league icon Sir Billy Boston, a Welsh trailblazer who became the first non-white player to represent Great Britain on a Lions tour in 1954, has died at 92. He scored 478 tries in 488 appearances for Wigan, earned a knighthood in 2025, and was lauded by the Welsh Rugby Union amid tributes planned at upcoming matches after the passing of his wife, Lady Joan, just days earlier.

VS BattleNew York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish · 158 votes — pick a side

Dolly Parton Dies at 80 After Cancer Battle — Aug 25, 2026The articles collectively trace how iconic songs and artists—Dolly Parton’s collaborations and tributes, Fred Neil and Nilsson’s Everybody’s Talkin’, the Drifters’ Under the Boardwalk as a lasting cover, Lesley Gore’s chart-topping youth and feminist anthems, and Fleetwood Mac’s Go Your Own Way born from a painful breakup—have shaped music history across decades. They highlight how cover versions, personal dynamics, and media moments propel songs and careers to enduring cultural impact.

SumaiL Hints Retirement After TI 2026 Exit — Aug 22, 2026SumaiL has signaled that The International 2026 could be his final appearance in professional Dota 2, following Nigma Galaxy’s top-six run and a loss to BoomBoys. The veteran carry, one of the game's most iconic players, is stepping away after a career highlighted by TI5’s championship and a long, influential tenure across multiple teams.

Iconic ‘All in the Family’ TV Producer Norman Lear Dead at 101Reporting — Dec 6, 2023Iconic television writer, producer, and developer Norman Lear died Tuesday at the age of 101. Lear, who was behind iconic sitcoms in the 1970s and 1980s such as, “All in the Family,” “The Jeffersons,” and “Sanford and…

Daily Caller News FoundationDem Senate Hopeful Backed Trans Prison Policy — Female Inmate Says Convicted Killer Threatened To Rape HerDemocratic Maine Senate nominee Troy Jackson previously voted for a state policy to allow trans-identifying men into women's prisons, which caused female inmates to accuse biological males of threatening to rape them.14h · 2 reads

Amazon Tweaks App Icon After Hitler ComparisonReporting — Mar 7, 2021Amazon tweaked its new app icon after people pointed out that the earlier version resembled Adolf Hitler. The e-commerce giant introduced the first iteration of the new icon in January, replacing the shopping cart…

QuizHow do you actually say "I care"?Everyone transmits care on a different frequency — words, time, help, gifts, presence. Twelve questions and the AI tunes yours.3 min · today's quiz

Randy Travis Celebrates 40 Years at Opry — Aug 23, 2026Carrie Underwood surprised Randy Travis on the Grand Ole Opry stage to honor his 40th anniversary as an Opry member, presenting a commemorative scarf embroidered by Manuel Cuevas as the longtime country icon, who has aphasia since a 2013 stroke, looked back on their shared history. The moment reflected their full-circle bond—Travis had invited Underwood to join the Opry in 2008 after her American Idol success, a connection celebrated during the Opry’s ongoing legacy of both stars.

Love You to Death Tops Revolver’s Greatest Metal Love Songs List — Aug 26, 2026From Revolver’s ranking of Type O Negative’s "Love You to Death" as the top metal love song to enduring classics by Dolly Parton, the Beatles, and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, these articles trace how a wide range of artists and eras have produced genre-defining songs that continue to resonate. The selections span metal, 1980s pop ballads by superstar solo women, classic soft rock, and landmark releases tied to Apple Records, illustrating the enduring pull of iconic tracks across rock, pop, and country.

Video — YouTubeFelix "Slow It Down" | [Stray Kids : SKZ-PLAYER]Stray Kids · 2.5M views · Sep 1, 2026

Tarantino Names Good, Bad Ugly Favorite Western — Aug 21, 2026Classic Westerns like The Great Silence, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, The Searchers, and Unforgiven reshaped the genre with bleak, morally complex finales and iconic imagery that continue to influence filmmakers and critics. Tarantino has publicly praised Leone as his favorite director and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly as his favorite film, underscoring the enduring legacy and analytical interest surrounding these works.

Valerie Simpson Turns 80, Celebrates Six-Decade Motown Career — Aug 25, 2026As Aug. 26 birthdays highlight lasting legacies in music, Valerie Simpson’s Ashford & Simpson catalog helped define soul and earned Hall of Fame recognition, while Bob Cowsill and his family’s The Cowsills inspired broader pop culture, including later TV adaptations. The anniversary focus extends to Elvis Costello and Rob Halford, underscoring Costello’s genre-spanning songwriting and landmark SNL moment, and Halford’s decades-long metal influence and iconic persona, including openness about his sexuality.

IJRYoung Gambling Addict Blew Through $100k On Sports Gambling — But It Didn’t End ThereJack McGeever · 6 min · 14h

Ogwumike to retire after 2026 season with Sparks — Aug 19, 2026Nneka Ogwumike has announced she will retire from the WNBA after the 2026 season, concluding a 15-year run with the Los Angeles Sparks that includes a 2016 championship, MVP honors, and a leadership role as WNBPA president. She leaves as a franchise icon and one of the league’s most decorated players, having set scoring records and helped shape player empowerment through union leadership.

Mariah Carey’s Kids Joke About Being Sick of Her Iconic Christmas SongReporting — Dec 26, 2023Mariah Carey, the “Queen of Christmas,” has been celebrating the season and shared some festive posts, which included a silly video of her children running away as she sang her iconic hit, “All I Want for Christmas Is…

Rock Icon Pulls Vegas Performances at the Last Minute — May 30, 2026Fans who packed their schedules around two Las Vegas performances by Rod Stewart were met with disappointing news just hours before showtime when the music icon abruptly canceled both appearances on medical advice…

History Of Civil Rights Icons Alleged Sexual Abuse — Mar 23, 2026Cesar Chavez, one of the most iconic figures in the American labor movement, is facing a stunning and deeply damaging reassessment after explosive allegations surfaced in a years-long investigation by The New York…

Portland Fire Spoil Taurasi Ring Night 88-85 Phoenix — Aug 17, 2026Carla Leite scored 23 points to lift the Portland Fire to an 88-85 road win over Phoenix, sealing it with a late 6-0 run. The game also marked ceremonies retiring Diana Taurasi’s No. 3 jersey, honoring the Mercury icon during the event.

On X · @FabrizioRomanoEnzo Fernández Declares He Feels “at Home” at Manchester CityEnzo Fernández states he feels at home at Manchester City and pledges full commitment, but reactions are dominated by skepticism and mockery from Chelsea fans and rivals citing his prior similar comments.2,784 likes · 3m

Video — YouTubeKAROL G, Bruno Mars - Still (Official Video)KarolGVEVO · 1.3M views · Sep 2, 2026