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    All we know about Gene Hackman’s death – ‘chilling’ bodycam, autopsy and police errors

    Oscar winner Gene Hackman was found dead at his New Mexico home in February along with wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog, and cops are investigating the mysterious triple death16:34, 07 Mar 2025Updated 16:36, 07 Mar 2025Oscars 2025: Morgan Freeman pays tribute to Gene HackmanThe deaths of Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog remain a mystery.The Hollywood legend, 95, was found dead at his Santa Fe home in New Mexico on February 26 with his wife Betsy Arakawa, 65, and one of their dogs. Their bodies were discovered in separate rooms of the property, decomposed and partially mummified.Santa Fe cops are investigating the mysterious triple death and believed it to be “suspicious enough” to require a search warrant. Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza said no foul play is suspected but police aren’t ruling anything out at this stage.Police gave a press conference last week, where they shared key updates on their investigation. However, there are still several unanswered questions surrounding the deaths, so here’s what we know so far.Discovery of the bodiesHackman and Betsy’s bodies were discovered by a maintenance worker on February 26(Image: More

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    Glastonbury fans slam ‘rubbish’ 2025 line-up saying festival has ‘fallen from grace’

    The 1975, Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo will headline the Pyramid Stage at Worthy Farm in June, much to the frustration of many music lovers who say the line-up is ‘rubbish’15:32, 07 Mar 2025Olivia Rodrigo is one of this year’s headline actsGlastonbury fans have hit out on social media at the newly-confirmed 2025 line-up. The headline acts have been dubbed a “fall from grace” for the iconic festival, with some labelling the choices for Worthy Farm as “absolutely rubbish”.The festival, which takes place from June 25 to 29, dropped the full line-up details yesterday (March 6), with The 1975, Neil Young, and Olivia Rodrigo taking the coveted Pyramid Stage headline slots. Other notable artists include the likes of Charli XCX, Alanis Morrissette, Raye, Rod Stewart, and Busta Rhymes, meanwhile.Tickets flew off the virtual shelves in November, selling out in a mere 35 minutes – before anyone even knew who was playing. For some punters, that risky bet seems to have backfired, with many gutted music fans taking to X to air their remorse in hindsight.Content cannot be displayed without consentOne X user blasted: “1975 headlining Glastonbury? What an absolute fall from grace that once great festival has had. Relying on utter c**p to fill the main billing and at a record price.” Another said in relief: “Absolutely rubbish headliners. So happy I’m not going. 22 year olds with two songs for £400.”A third person slammed: “Hate to say it but Glastonbury is a shadow of what it once was. It’s absolutely c**p. This has to be one of the worst line-ups ever surely. A fourth added: “That Glastonbury line up is shocking. It normally gets worse each year, but that is one huge leap into s***e. The 1975 headlining is worse than just getting Coldplay back for the 42nd time.”And a fifth user vented their frustration, saying: “Absolutely shocking line up. Its laughable to be honest. 1975 and Olivia Rodrigo headlining. Won’t be watching none of that.”Some music lovers were left buzzing over the lime-up announcement, however, including one person who penned: “For me it’s a middling line up, which is the best kind of Glastonbury line up because one that’s too good just means you’re going to have endless clashes or be running around everywhere and not enjoy the festival properly.”A second pointed out: “Neil Young is important musically for six decades and is still creative, far more than any other popular musician, you may or not like him but he deserves a big UK farewell from fans at Glastonbury. It’s going to be great.”Whilst a third defended the bill: “Glastonbury line-up is great I have zero time for this weird contrarian hate from supposed indie music fans who resent anything successful.”If you were unsuccessful in obtaining tickets previously, you will have a second chance to snap them up in April. If you’ve already registered your details with Glastonbury, you’ll automatically be eligible to participate in the resale which will see cancelled and refunded tickets go on sale.Article continues belowResale tickets tickets will be listed on Glastonbury’s official partner, SeeTickets, with festival organisers stressing that you shouldn’t buy them on any other platform in case you get scammed or are refused entry at the gates. Tickets must be under your registration and photo ID.These tickets will use the same process as the first wave of sales, ,meanwhile, meaning you have will have to join what is expected to be a very long queue. The cost is identical to the first sale – £373.50 plus a £5 booking fee, alongside postage and packing at £10.25 per order.Glastonbury Festival has been approached for comment. More

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    Manchester rapper Aitch celebrates Northern pride with party on a train

    The rapper threw a party in collaboration with whiskey-brand Southern Comfort – who have released a limited edition Northern version15:11, 07 Mar 2025Updated 15:13, 07 Mar 2025Aitch throws party for fans to celebrate ‘Northern Comfort’Rapper Aitch gave his fans an unexpected treat recently as Southern Comfort hosted an exclusive event to celebrate the launch of a special limited-edition whiskey called ‘Northern Comfort.’The new bottle is a tribute to the unique energy and vibrant culture of the north of England, in collaboration with the Manchester-born rapper.Featuring a bold design and nods to northern personality, ‘Northern Comfort’ aims to capture the essence of the region while showcasing its rich sense of community and identity.To add to the excitement ahead of the launch, Aitch sent fans on a thrilling scavenger hunt by scattering train tickets across northern cities, inviting them to join him for the exclusive event.The rapper was celebrating the release of ‘Northern Comfort'(Image: More

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    Inspector Morse and The Bill star ‘died unexpectedly hours after routine surgery’

    Inspector Morse and The Bill star Tony Mathews “died unexpectedly” just hours after a routine surgery. An inquest into Tony Mathews sudden death concluded on Thursday (March 6), with Coroner Sarah Clarke saying clinicians had been “perplexed” by his case. The actor passed away in December 2024 but investigations into his death have been ongoing […] More