Greg Gumbel, a veteran CBS sportscaster renowned for breaking barriers and covering major sporting events, has died at the age of 78 following a battle with cancer, his family announced on Friday. Gumbel's wife, Marcy Gumbel, and daughter, Michelle Gumbel, expressed their grief in a statement, highlighting his legacy of love, inspiration, and dedication to over 50 years in sports broadcasting. They described his voice as unforgettable. In March, Gumbel missed his first NCAA Tournament since 1997 due to family health concerns. He had been a studio host for CBS since rejoining the network in 1998, having previously worked at NBC. Last year, Gumbel extended his CBS contract, continuing to host college basketball while stepping back from NFL duties. Olivia Hussey, acclaimed Star of Romeo and Juliet, dies at 73 In 2001, Gumbel made history as the first Black announcer to call play-by-play for a major U.S. sports championship during Super Bowl 35. CBS Sports President and CEO David Berson praised Gumbel as a groundbreaking broadcaster and talented storyteller whose career set high standards. Gumbel's career included two stints at CBS, initially leaving for NBC in 1994 before returning in 1998 when CBS regained football broadcasting rights. Sean McManus, former CBS Sports chairman, said Gumbel elevated NFL and NCAA coverage while showing kindness, humor, and generosity to colleagues. Gumbel also hosted CBS' coverage of the 1992 and 1994 Winter Olympics, Major League Baseball, and figure skating championships. At NBC, he hosted the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics daytime coverage. However, football and basketball remained his primary focus, including hosting CBS' "The NFL Today" from 1990-1993 and 2004-05. He succeeded Brent Musburger as host of "The NFL Today" in 1990, calling the experience an honor and a daunting task. Gumbel later served as CBS' lead play-by-play announcer for the NFL from 1998 to 2003, covering Super Bowls 35 and 38, before stepping away from the booth after the 2022 season. Colleagues like Clark Kellogg remembered Gumbel as a kind and talented partner, while James Brown, host of "The NFL Today," described him as versatile and charismatic. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan reveals how he learned Bangla  Born in Chicago, Gumbel earned an English degree from Loras College in 1967. Initially aspiring to be an English teacher, he entered sportscasting in 1973 at WMAQ-TV in Chicago, following his brother Bryant Gumbel's career path. Greg Gumbel also worked with ESPN and Madison Square Garden network, earning local Emmy Awards and the 2007 Pat Summerall Award for excellence in sports broadcasting. Beyond his career, he supported charities like March of Dimes and St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. His passing leaves the sports broadcasting industry mourning the loss of a pioneer whose influence and legacy will endure.

Veteran actress Olivia Hussey, celebrated for her role as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s iconic 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has passed away at the age of 73. Hussey died at her home on December 27, surrounded by her family. Her passing was confirmed via a heartfelt announcement on her official Instagram account, which described her as “a remarkable soul whose warmth, wisdom, and genuine kindness left an indelible mark on everyone who knew her.” Acclaimed singer Papia Sarwar no more Born on 17 April 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Olivia Hussey’s father was the renowned Argentine opera singer Osvaldo Ribó, and her mother, Joy, was an English-born legal secretary. Hussey’s acting journey began at a young age, leading to her breakthrough role as Juliet when she was just 15 years old. She starred opposite 16-year-old Leonard Whiting in Zeffirelli’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy. The film, distributed by Paramount Pictures, earned four Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. For her outstanding performance, Hussey was awarded a Golden Globe and a David di Donatello award, cementing her place in cinematic history. Hussey’s collaboration with Franco Zeffirelli extended beyond Romeo and Juliet. She portrayed Mary in his 1977 epic miniseries Jesus of Nazareth, delivering a performance that further highlighted her extraordinary talent. In 2003, she once again captivated audiences with her portrayal of Mother Teresa in the film Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Ron Ely, TV's 'Tarzan' in the 1960s, dies at 86 Olivia Hussey’s life was not without challenges. She was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008, a battle that returned in 2018. Despite her health struggles, she remained resilient and continued to inspire those around her. Hussey is survived by her husband of 35 years, David Glen Eisley, a musician and son of actor Anthony Eisley (Hawaiian Eye). She also leaves behind her daughter, India; her two sons, Alexander and Max; and her grandson, Greyson. Fans and colleagues have taken to social media to pay tribute to the actress, whose grace and talent left an indelible impact on the world of film and television. Olivia Hussey will be remembered not only for her unforgettable performances but also for the kindness and warmth she brought to those around her. Source: From wirers

A 68-year-old woman died after her blanket caught fire from a kerosene lamp at her house in Hatibandha upazila of Lalmonirhat district on Saturday night. The deceased were identified as Oichon Bewa, wife of late Jamir Uddin of Burasardubi village. According to locals, the blanket of Oichon caught fire apparently from a kerosene lamp and she couldn’t escape due to her old age.  Two killed in Sylhet bus-auto rickshaw collision Later locals brought the fire under control. Hatibandha Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Mahmudunnabi said police were sent to the scene for investigation.  

A student of Jahangirnagar University’s  Department of Geography and Environment was declared dead by a doctor after she was found hanging from the ceiling fan at a room in the university’s Bir Pratik Taramon Bibi Hall. The deceased, Takia, a first-year student of the department’s 53rd batch (2023-24) died early Friday at room 7005 on the 7th floor of the residential hall around 4:45 am, according to friends and fellow students. Injured student dies at DMCH two days after attack in N'ganj They suspect it as a case of suicide, saying Takia took the drastic step following an alleged dispute with her boyfriend, Sabbir, during a video call. Moments after the call ended, Sabbir alerted her friends, urging them to check on her immediately.  The friends rushed and broke into the locked room, but they found her hanging from the ceiling fan upon entry. Later, the university's medical officer on duty was immediately brought to the hall. The doctor declared the student dead after conducting an examination. Four arrested for vandalising Hindu properties in Sunamganj The university’s proctorial body and her uncle reached the hall following the incident, and Ashulia police was informed. Although Takia was a registered resident of the hall, she did not stay there regularly and mostly lived with her uncle in Savar. According to students in neighbouring rooms, she had arrived at the hall the previous day.  

A university student died at Dhaka Medical College Hospital on Saturday night, two days after some muggers stabbed him in Narayanganj city. The victim, Md Semanto, 20, succumbed to his injuries around 11pm while he was undergoing treatment, said his father Hazi Alam, a resident of Deobhog Pakka Road area. Late freedom fighter’s body donated to BSMMU for medical research Semanto, a student of a private university in Dhaka, was stabbed by some muggers in Deobhog area of Narayanganj city early Thursday. Haji Alam said that while his son was on his way to university in the morning, the criminals blocked his path in front of Morgan School and tried to grab his bag and mobile phone. When he tried to stop them, they stabbed him in several parts of the body, leaving him seriously injured. Grocer hacked to death in Natore “Locals first admitted my son to Narayanganj General Hospital and later to Dhaka Medical in serious condition,” he added. “Robbery incidents are increasing every day in Narayanganj city and its suburbs,” Alam alleged.

A man died after being crushed under the wheels of a train on his way home after casting vote in the 12th parliamentary election  Ramu upazila of Cox’s Bazar on Sunday.  The deceased was identified as Mohammad Ali of Ramu upazila. Newlywed man stabbed dead by younger brother in Cox’s Bazar Ramu Police Station’s Officer-in-Charge (OC) Abu Taher Dewan confirmed the matter, saying that the man met the tragic end when he was returning  home from a polling centre after casting vote as he was crushed under the wheels of Chattogram-bound ‘Cox’s Bazar Express’ train. WFP to increase food ration from US$8 to US$10 for all Rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar The accident happened just a few yards off the Ramu Railway Station, he added.  4 dead as bus, laguna collide in Cox’s Bazar’s Chakaria

A fish trader who was stabbed by muggers in Ashuganj upazila of Brahmanbaria early Tuesday died undergoing treatment at Dhaka Medical College Hospital on Tuesday afternoon. The deceased was identified as Tinonath Das, 35, of Lalpur Kandapara village in Ashuganj upazila. He was a fish trader in Lalpur Market. BNM candidate for Brahmanbaria-3 fined for violating code of conduct Tarun Kanti Das, inspector (investigation) of Ashuganj Police Station, confirmed the matter. Family members of the deceased said Tinonath was going to Lalpur Bazar from his house at around 5:00 am on Tuesday, like every other day. A group of muggers attacked him in the area adjacent to Kandapara Satsang Ashram. At that time, the robbers stabbed him randomly and snatched about Tk 1 lakh from him. Trader crushed under train in Brahmanbaria Later, locals found him lying injured and took him to the hospital. As his condition deteriorated, the on-duty doctor referred him to Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH). Police have been stationed in the area since the incident. Efforts are on to identify and arrest those involved in the incident, said the inspector. 12th Parliamentary elections: BNP chairperson's adviser collects nomination paper for Brahmanbaria-1 seat

Two people died and three others were injured after a sand-laden truck collided with a bus and fell on top of a CNG-run autorickshaw at Kalihati upazila of Tangail on Tuesday. The incident happened on the Tangail-Mymensingh road in Chatipara area of the upazila on Tuesday afternoon. Tangail BNP leader Farhad Iqbal arrested The deceased were identified as Hiraman Begum, 70, of Shialkol village in Bhuapur upazila of Tangail and Abdullah, 11, of Tarabari area in Narandia union of Kalihati. Kamrul Faruk, officer-in-charge of Kalihati Police Station, confirmed the matter. Tangail shooting : RAB arrests 2 from Dhaka's Uttara The injured were admitted to Tangail General Hospital, he said. Blockade: Miscreants set commuter train on fire in Tangail

A 23-year-old student of a private university died falling off a building of the university in the city’s Green Road area Thursday morning. The deceased was identified as Imam Hossain, a student of University of Asia Pacific. Also read: JU student dies falling off dorm roof Police said Imam Hossain reportedly jumped off the sixth floor of the university building in the morning. Later, he was rushed to Dhaka Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) where  doctors declared him dead around 9am, said inspector Bacchu Mia, in-charge of DMCH outpost. Also read:12-year-old dies falling off roof in Demra The body was kept in the hospital morgue for an autopsy, he added.

BNP on Friday paid its last respects to the party's vice-chairman and first mayor of Gazipur city MA Mannan, by placing wreaths on his coffin. Mannan’s coffin was taken to BNP's Nayapaltan central office around 10.30am and kept on a stage, enabling party leaders and activists to have a last glimpse of their leader, who passed away on Thursday. BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, along with party senior leaders, on behalf of the party, placed wreaths on the former Gazipur mayor’s coffin and draped it with a party flag as a mark of respect. Later, leaders of BNP’s different associate bodies also placed wreaths on Mannan’s coffin. In a brief address prior to a Janaza there, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir recalled the contributions of Mannan to BNP and the country. "The vacuum that created following the death of Mannan will not easily be filled." READ: BNP conspiring to assassinate Hasina: Quader Fakhrul prayed for the salvation of the departed soul of the BNP leader and conveyed sympathy to the bereaved family. Later, his second namaz-e-janaza was held there, participated by leaders and activists of BNP and its associate bodies. Mannan died at United Hospital in the capital on Thursday afternoon. His first janaza was held on Baridhara DOHS Mosque premises after Esa prayers. He will be laid to rest at his family graveyard in Gazipur’s Salna village after Asr prayers. Manna was elected mayor in the first Gazipur City Corporation polls in July 2013. Joining BNP in 1978, Mannan was elected MP from Gazipur -1 constituency in 1991. He was inducted in Khaleda Zia’s cabinet in 1991 as a state minister for religious affairs and science and technology.