Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, has died at 69, his former bandmate Paul Weller confirmed.
Buckler, who co-founded The Jam in 1972 alongside Weller and Bruce Foxton, played a crucial role in the band's signature sound. Weller expressed his sorrow, recalling their journey from performing in pubs to becoming chart-topping artists.
Foxton also paid tribute, calling Buckler "a great drummer" whose innovative style shaped their music. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
The Jam remains one of Britain’s most celebrated rock bands, leaving a lasting legacy on the UK’s music scene.
The U.S. Senate confirmed Kash Patel as FBI director in a 51-49 vote on Thursday, placing a Trump loyalist at the helm of the agency despite concerns from Democrats over his qualifications and past remarks.
Germany’s conservative leader Friedrich Merz warned that the U.S. risks long-term political instability, casting doubt on its role in Germany’s 70th NATO membership anniversary in May.
British Broadcasting corporation, BBC has suspended its local language news service in Azerbaijan.
The World Trade Organization held talks in Geneva, where six countries discussed U.S. tariff hikes, with China criticizing them as "tariff shocks" that could destabilize global trade.
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The U.S. Senate confirmed Kash Patel as FBI director in a 51-49 vote on Thursday, placing a Trump loyalist at the helm of the agency despite concerns from Democrats over his qualifications and past remarks.
Germany’s conservative leader Friedrich Merz warned that the U.S. risks long-term political instability, casting doubt on its role in Germany’s 70th NATO membership anniversary in May.
Michael G. Wilson, and Barbara Broccoli, long term producers of the British spy thriller James Bond have stepped down from their respective positions.
Google on Wednesday rolled out an update for iOS that lets users search what’s on their screen with a simple gesture. The new feature, available in both the Google Chrome and Google Search apps, is similar to Android’s built-in “Circle to Search” function.
British Broadcasting corporation, BBC has suspended its local language news service in Azerbaijan.
Estée Lauder and L’Oréal are facing challenges in the Chinese market as local beauty brands gain popularity. Rising competition, shifting consumer preferences, and economic factors have impacted sales, forcing global cosmetics giants to adapt their strategies.
Russian President has invited his U.S. counterpart, along with leaders from many other countries to Moscow in May to attend the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, which Russians refer to as the "Great Patriotic War."
USAID has long promoted itself as a supporter of press freedom, but reports suggest its media funding may have influenced domestic narratives in Europe and post-Soviet states. With the Trump administration freezing its grants, the agency’s role in shaping global information is under scrutiny.
A Delta Air Lines regional jet flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson Airport on Monday, injuring 18 people. Officials are investigating whether strong winds and snow played a role in the incident.
Michael G. Wilson, and Barbara Broccoli, long term producers of the British spy thriller James Bond have stepped down from their respective positions.
Egyptologists have made a historic discovery—the first royal tomb uncovered since Tutankhamun’s in 1922. A British-Egyptian team has found the long-lost burial site of Pharaoh Thutmose II in Luxor, solving a major archaeological mystery.
Netherlands has become the latest European country to return artefacts to Africa after it signed an agreement pledging to return 119 'stolen' historical artefacts to Nigeria after extensive consultation with its Colonial collections committee.
Archaeologists in London’s financial district have uncovered a massive section of Roman masonry, revealing the remains of a nearly 2,000-year-old town hall—one of the most significant finds in the city since an ancient amphitheater was discovered in the 1980s.
Türkiye's history isn’t just in its landmarks—it lives in its beloved stray cats. These furry friends have become an enduring symbol of Istanbul's culture and charm.
The U.S. Senate confirmed Kash Patel as FBI director in a 51-49 vote on Thursday, placing a Trump loyalist at the helm of the agency despite concerns from Democrats over his qualifications and past remarks.
Germany’s conservative leader Friedrich Merz warned that the U.S. risks long-term political instability, casting doubt on its role in Germany’s 70th NATO membership anniversary in May.
Michael G. Wilson, and Barbara Broccoli, long term producers of the British spy thriller James Bond have stepped down from their respective positions.
Google on Wednesday rolled out an update for iOS that lets users search what’s on their screen with a simple gesture. The new feature, available in both the Google Chrome and Google Search apps, is similar to Android’s built-in “Circle to Search” function.
British Broadcasting corporation, BBC has suspended its local language news service in Azerbaijan.
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