National transport strike paralyses travel across Italy
A nationwide transport strike on Friday disrupted travel across Italy, with major delays and cancellations reported in rail, air, and public transit services.
Rick Derringer, the rock guitarist behind hits like “Hang On Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” has died at age 77. He was known for his decades-long career and collaborations with music legends and pop culture icons.
Rick Derringer, the guitar virtuoso who gave the world classics like “Hang On Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” died Monday in Ormond Beach, Florida. He was 77. His friend and longtime caretaker, Tony Wilson, confirmed the news Tuesday. No cause of death was shared.
Derringer’s career stretched across generations and genres. He got his big break in the 1960s as the frontman of the McCoys, whose upbeat take on “Hang On Sloopy” hit No. 1 on the Billboard charts in 1965. With his signature shaggy hair and flashy guitar riffs, he quickly became a recognizable figure in American rock.
Beyond his solo success, Derringer was a prolific collaborator. He worked with a wide range of artists, from Barbra Streisand and Cyndi Lauper to Peter Frampton. He also teamed up with pop culture figures like Hulk Hogan and “Weird Al” Yankovic, showing his flexibility and sense of humor.
One of his standout contributions came in 1972 when he produced “Frankenstein,” the Edgar Winter Group’s groundbreaking instrumental hit that topped the charts and became a rock staple.
From garage rock beginnings to stages with music legends, Derringer’s guitar left its mark on decades of sound. His legacy lives on in the songs that defined a generation—and still get crowds moving today.
Iranian missiles struck multiple locations across Israel and neighbouring regions early Friday morning, including a Microsoft office complex, according to emergency responders and local media reports.
Peace is no longer a dream. It is a discussion. On the streets of Baku and Yerevan, it is also a question, of trust, of foreign interests, and of who truly wants it.
Israeli strikes have reportedly targeted areas near the residences of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, according to the New York Times, citing local witnesses.
The 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit was held June 15–17 in Kananaskis, Alberta, under Canada’s presidency. Prime Minister Mark Carney framed the meeting around priorities of protecting communities, energy and climate security, the digital transition, and future partnerships.
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Azerbaijan's capital of Baku will become a focal point of the international music scene from the 14 to the 28 June as it hosts the 4th Baku Piano Festival.
Liam Payne's final onscreen appearance will air next month as part of a Netflix series, following the approval of his family who reviewed the content and supported his involvement in the music competition.
The fragile genius behind "Good Vibrations," "California Girls," and the revolutionary "Pet Sounds" album has passed away, his family confirmed. Wilson's intricate arrangements and poignant melodies made him one of the most influential recording artists in history.
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