• Breaking Chiropractic Community Honors Dr. Guy F. Riekeman, Transformational Life University Leader
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    Breaking: Chiropractic Community Honors Dr. Guy F. Riekeman, Transformational Life University Leader

    February 24, 2026 - By 

    Washington – The chiropractic profession is reflecting on the life and influence of Dr. Guy F. Riekeman, the longtime educator and former president of Life University, following confirmation of his passing. Widely regarded as a driving force in modern chiropractic education, Riekeman leaves behind a complex but deeply impactful legacy that shaped institutions and practitioners around the world. Life University announced the death of its Chancellor Emeritus in a message honoring what it described as “a life devoted to service and principled Chiropractic.” The university credited Riekeman’s leadership from 2004 to 2017 with helping stabilize and strengthen the institution during…

  • Indiana Pacers Power Pack Mourns Loss of Beloved Performer Mikey “T-Rex” Gray
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    Indiana Pacers Power Pack Mourns Loss of Beloved Performer Mikey “T-Rex” Gray

    February 24, 2026 - By 

    The Indiana Pacers community is paying tribute to Mikey Gray, the spirited Pacers Power Pack performer widely known to fans as “T-Rex,” following news of his passing. In a public statement, the Pacers Power Pack described Gray as a teammate who spent eight seasons uplifting crowds at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Since joining the group in 2018, he became a familiar and energetic presence during home games, helping shape the fan experience with his enthusiasm and warmth. “We are heartbroken,” the team shared, noting Gray’s deep connection with supporters and fellow performers. The message reflected the broader sentiment spreading across social media,…

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    Legal Standoff Erupts Over $13M Upper East Side Townhouse After Owner’s Craig Schmeizer Death

    February 24, 2026 - By 

    A luxury Upper East Side townhouse valued at roughly $13 million has become the focus of a contentious legal dispute following the death of its owner, entrepreneur Craig Schmeizer. According to court filings, the four-story limestone residence at 111 E. 81st St. is now tied up in Manhattan Supreme Court litigation between Schmeizer’s estate and his housekeeper, Hilarie Page. The estate alleges Page is unlawfully remaining in the property and preventing authorized representatives from entering. Schmeizer, 52, died on Nov. 20, 2025. His estranged wife, neurologist Sarah Shalev, is identified in legal documents as trustee of the family trusts that…

  • Death of Cartel Leader “El Mencho Mexico Deploys Thousands of Troops, Sparks Violence
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    Death of Cartel Leader “El Mencho: Mexico Deploys Thousands of Troops, Sparks Violence

    February 23, 2026 - By 

    Mexican authorities have deployed thousands of additional troops across the country after a surge of violence followed the death of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho.” Security officials said the unrest spread to at least 20 states after the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) died Sunday while in military custody. According to Defence Secretary Ricardo Trevilla, at least 2,500 extra soldiers were rushed to western Mexico, with reports indicating overall deployments may have exceeded 10,000 personnel nationwide. Authorities said Oseguera Cervantes was captured by Mexican special forces in Jalisco state after intelligence led…

  • Danny Sallom, New Bedford, Massachusetts Community Mourns a Resident and Performer
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    Danny Sallom, New Bedford, Massachusetts Community Mourns a Resident and Performer

    February 23, 2026 - By 

    New Bedford, Massachusetts – The New Bedford community is mourning the loss of Danny Sallom, whose death has prompted an outpouring of grief from friends, performers and former colleagues across Massachusetts. Family members and loved ones shared emotional tributes on social media, describing Sallom as a deeply supportive sibling, friend and creative presence. One family member wrote they felt “completely numb,” calling Sallom their “baby brother,” while others spoke of the shock that followed the news. Sallom, who studied at West Chester University and attended Scranton High School, was also widely known in local performance circles. Fellow entertainer Phlegm Mignon…

  • Central High School Mourns Beloved Educator Abby Gemme in Manchester, New Hampshire
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    Central High School Mourns Beloved Educator Abby Gemme in Manchester, New Hampshire

    February 23, 2026 - By 

    Manchester, New Hampshire – The Manchester School District is mourning the loss of longtime educator Abby Gemme, whose death has prompted an outpouring of grief across Manchester and the wider school community. In a letter to students, families and staff, district leaders described Gemme as a devoted teacher who had served at Central High School since 2002. Over more than two decades, she became a central figure in student life, holding multiple roles including Senior Class Advisor, track coach, Unified Basketball coach and yearbook advisor. “Ms. Gemme worked tirelessly to ensure every student she worked with felt supported and valued,”…

  • Eric Dane, Dies at 53 After ALS Battle ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Mourns Star Known as McSteamy
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    Eric Dane, Dies at 53 After ALS Battle: ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Mourns Star Known as McSteamy

    February 23, 2026 - By 

    American actor Eric Dane, best known for portraying the charismatic surgeon Mark Sloan on Grey’s Anatomy, has died at the age of 53 following a battle with motor neurone disease, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Dane rose to international fame in 2006 when his character first appeared at the fictional Seattle Grace Hospital. Introduced as the former friend—and rival—of neurosurgeon Derek Shepherd, played by Patrick Dempsey, Mark Sloan quickly became a fan favorite. His confident charm and complicated personal life earned him the nickname “McSteamy,” cementing Dane’s status as a television sex symbol during the show’s peak ratings…

  • Eileen Gu Reveals Grandmother’s Death Moments After Olympic Gold Victory
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    Eileen Gu Reveals Grandmother’s Death Moments After Olympic Gold Victory, California

    February 23, 2026 - By 

    Olympic freestyle skiing star Eileen Gu delivered an emotional press conference after revealing she had learned of her grandmother’s death shortly after securing gold in the women’s halfpipe. Gu, 22, who competes for China, arrived late to speak with reporters and explained the reason through tears. “The reason I was late is that I just found out that my grandma passed away,” she said, describing her grandmother as a central figure in her upbringing. Raised primarily by her mother and maternal grandmother in San Francisco, Gu said the loss was deeply personal. She shared that her grandmother had been seriously…

  • Toxin Risk Kendamil Infant Formula Recalled in Canada Over Cereulide
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    Toxin Risk: Kendamil Infant Formula Recalled in Canada Over Cereulide

    February 23, 2026 - By 

    Canadian food safety officials have issued a precautionary recall of certain batches of Kendamil infant formula after concerns about possible contamination with cereulide toxin. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the recall affects Kendamil Infant Formula with whole milk (1049 g), a milk-based powder with iron that was sold at Costco Wholesale locations across Canada and through Costco’s online store. Officials said the action was triggered by a related recall in another country. Cereulide is a toxin produced by certain strains of Bacillus cereus. The CFIA notes that the compound is highly heat-stable, meaning typical preparation methods—such as…

  • Ronyell Whitaker Dies at 46, Family Confirms Minnesota Vikings and Virginia Tech Mourns Former Defensive Back
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    Ronyell Whitaker Dies at 46, Family Confirms: Minnesota Vikings and Virginia Tech Mourns Former Defensive Back

    February 23, 2026 - By 

    EAGAN, Minn. — Former NFL defensive back Ronyell Whitaker, who spent part of his professional career with the Minnesota Vikings, has died, his family confirmed Sunday. He was 46. In a statement, the Whitaker family said he “lived a life marked by passion, perseverance and purpose,” asking for privacy as they mourn. His passing on Feb. 22, 2026, comes less than a month before his 47th birthday and during an already emotional period for the Vikings community. Born March 19, 1979, in Norfolk, Virginia, Whitaker built his football foundation at Lake Taylor High School before starring for the Virginia Tech…