The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Her life was marked by tragedy, including the bizarre death of her fourth husband, but that did not stop her from giving away millions.
Author: Clay Risen
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Willie Lee Morrow, Barber Who Popularized the Afro Pick, Dies at 82
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
He built an empire around hair care products aimed at African American consumers, including a softener that inspired the Jheri curl.
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Joe Turkel, the Spectral Bartender in ‘The Shining,’ Dies at 94
The New York Times – Film:
Also memorably seen in “Blade Runner,” he was a favorite among directors looking for someone who could bring zealous professionalism to even the smallest role.
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Martin C. Dreiwitz, Who Took Student Musicians on World Tours, Dies at 91
The New York Times – Music:
He combined his love for travel and music to turn the Long Island Youth Orchestra into a globe-trotting powerhouse.
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A Road Trip Explores Pennsylvania’s Rye Whiskey
The New York Times – Travel:
Old Monongahela rye is having a comeback. A distillery road trip tells the story of its fall and rise, with Alexander Hamilton playing the villain.
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Chris Bailey, Who Gave Australia Punk Rock, Dies at 65
The New York Times – Music:
He and the Saints introduced the country (and later the world) to their own raw sound as the Sex Pistols were emerging in London and the Ramones in New York City.
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Two Members of the Mighty Diamonds, Acclaimed Reggae Trio, Are Dead
The New York Times – Music:
Tabby Diamond, 66, was shot and killed Tuesday in Kingston, Jamaica. Bunny Diamond, 70, died three days later after a long illness.
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Graeme Edge, Drummer and Co-Founder of the Moody Blues, Dies at 80
The New York Times – Music:
Many of their songs incorporated his spoken-word poetry, making them pioneers in the prog-rock movement of the late-1960s and ’70s.