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Irv Gotti, music producer and founder of hip-hop label Murder Inc., dies at 54

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

Irv Gotti, best known for starting the Murder Inc. label responsible for the careers of Ja Rule and Ashanti, has died at 54 years old. "His creative genius and unwavering dedication to the culture birthed countless hits, defining an era of music that continues to... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 2/5/25

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Wednesday's sports events:NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONBucks 112, Hornets 102Cavaliers 118, Pistons 115Spurs 126, Hawks 125Wizards 119, Nets 102Heat 108, 76ers 101Grizzlies 138, Raptors 107Bulls 108, Timberwolves 127Warriors 128, Jazz 131Pelicans 119, Nuggets 144Suns 109, Thunder 140Magic 130,... Read More.

Either I die in Gaza or I live in Gaza: Palestinians reject Trump takeover proposal

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

(GAZA) -- Palestinians in Gaza and abroad are rejecting a proposal by President Donald Trump that the United States "take over" the Gaza Strip and lead the redevelopment of the war-ravaged territory.Palestinians interviewed by ABC News said they yearn to rebuild Gaza for themselves,... Read More.

As the Super Bowl nears, New Orleans grapples with how safe is safe enough

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

(NEW ORLEANS) -- The anticipation surrounding Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans is not just about which team will win, it's whether or not the city can pull the game off without a serious security breach.New Orleans has hosted 10 Super Bowls in previous... Read More.

37 live giant beetles found inside Japanese snack packets at LAX

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- At least 37 giant live beetles measuring 4 to 5 inches have been found concealed inside of multiple packages of Japanese snacks, potato chips and chocolate at Los Angeles International Airport, authorities said.The contraband was discovered by U.S. Customs and Border... Read More.

Suitcase with human remains inside discovered in New York Citys East River

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Human remains have been found in a suitcase that was drifting in the East River in New York City, police said.The discovery was made on Wednesday at approximately 5:30 p.m. when authorities from the NYPD Harbor Unit were called to the... Read More.

Donations to Luigi Mangiones legal defense fund slowed, then surged

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Donations to Luigi Mangione's legal defense fund have picked up after a news report that they had slowed down.Mangione's online fund has received over $248,000 in donations to help defend him against state and federal charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare... Read More.

Recent plane crashes induce anxiety for many travelers

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- After two deadly plane crashes in the past week — one in Washington, D.C., killing 67, and another in Philadelphia, killing 7 and injuring 19 — it wouldn't be unusual if travelers reported heightened apprehension toward air travel, according to experts."Given the... Read More.

Ex-interpreter who stole millions from Shohei Ohtani to be sentenced in federal fraud case

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for MLB star Shohei Ohtani, is set to be sentenced Thursday on federal charges related to stealing nearly $17 million from the Dodgers player, nearly a year after the gambling controversy first surfaced.Mizuhara, 40, admitted to... Read More.

Joy Behar talks her return to the stage in her new play My First Ex-Husband

Thursday, February 6 by ABC News

Joy Behar returns to the stage in her new play, My First Ex-Husband.Written by Behar over the span of 12 years, the new show features a rotating cast of actresses playing women who tell stories about the people they used to be married to.... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Irv Gotti, music producer and founder of hip-hop label Murder Inc., dies at 54

Scoreboard roundup — 2/5/25

Either I die in Gaza or I live in Gaza: Palestinians reject Trump takeover proposal

As the Super Bowl nears, New Orleans grapples with how safe is safe enough

37 live giant beetles found inside Japanese snack packets at LAX

Suitcase with human remains inside discovered in New York Citys East River

Donations to Luigi Mangiones legal defense fund slowed, then surged

Recent plane crashes induce anxiety for many travelers

Ex-interpreter who stole millions from Shohei Ohtani to be sentenced in federal fraud case

Joy Behar talks her return to the stage in her new play My First Ex-Husband

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