The Financial Legacy Of A Comedy Genius

Introduction Hey there! If you’re a fan of stand-up comedy, you’ve probably heard of Mitch Hedberg. Known for his surreal humor and deadpan delivery, Mitch left an indelible mark on the comedy world. Born on February 24, 1968, in Saint Paul, MN, and passing away far too soon on March 30, 2005, in Livingston, NJ, … Read more

World Darts Championship: Ricky Evans stuns Dave Chisnall as Rob Cross dumped out at Alexandra Palace | Darts News

Dave Chisnall crashed out of the World Darts Championship after suffering a dramatic final-leg loss to Ricky Evans, while former world champion Rob Cross was also dumped out in a remarkable session at Alexandra Palace. Chisnall won the opening set of a topsy-turvy contest but needed to recover from going 2-1 down to extend their … Read more

Venezuela says it has released another 177 imprisoned election protesters | Nicolas Maduro News

About 2,000 demonstrators were jailed following disputed July vote, in which Maduro declared himself victor. Venezuela has said another 177 imprisoned election protesters have been released out of the more than 2,000 people who were arrested during clashes after the controversial July 28 vote. The announcement on Monday from Attorney General Tarek Saab would bring … Read more

Chile files environmental charges against Anglo American copper mine By Reuters

By Fabian Cambero SANTIAGO (Reuters) -Chile’s environmental regulator has filed four charges against the major Los Bronces mine, controlled by Anglo American (JO:), for noncompliance with environmental permits, the agency said on Monday. The charges could carry a fine of nearly 17 billion pesos ($17.17 million), according to the Superintendency of the Environment, or SMA. … Read more

Jennifer Lopez Reunites With Ben Affleck for Christmas Gift Exchange

Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck RB;Bellocqimages/Bauer-Griffin(2)/GC Images(2)/Getty Images(2) Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck aren’t letting their ongoing divorce stop them from celebrating the holiday season together. The exes reunited to exchange Christmas gifts at the members-only social club Soho House in West Hollywood on Sunday, December 22. In photos obtained by the Daily Mail, Lopez, 55, … Read more

Leeds hoping to beat Chelsea to sign Dario Essugo

Leeds United are reportedly stepping up their pursuit of Dario Essugo, the highly-rated defensive midfielder on loan at La Liga side Las Palmas from Sporting CP. The Whites are keen to secure the 19-year-old’s services as they look to strengthen their squad for a critical promotion push in the Championship. According to football journalist Alan … Read more

ICE nabs illegal immigrant wanted for allegedly sexually assaulting minor, in Mass.

An El Salvadoran illegal immigrant wanted for allegedly sexually assaulting a child has been arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Massachusetts, after a local sheriff’s office ignored a detainer to hold him. ICE said its Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston arrested 55-year-old Hugo Israel Ruiz on Dec. 17 on felony charges … Read more

UK launches review of targets for sales of electric vehicles

Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the Electric vehicles myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. The UK government has announced a consultation on its zero emission vehicle targets, following complaints from carmakers that the current regime could lead to job cuts as demand for electric vehicles stalls. Transport secretary Heidi … Read more