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Savannah Guthrie’s ‘Today’ Show Comeback Nears: What To Know, When To Watch Savannah Guthrie’s ‘Today’ Show Comeback Nears: What To Know, When To Watch
Savannah Guthrie’s ‘Today’ Show Comeback Nears: What To Know, When To Watch Savannah Guthrie is set to make a much-anticipated return to NBC’s "Today" show after a two-month absence.  Click here for a new, updated story: Savannah Guthrie Shares Emotional Easter Message On Eve Of 'Today' Show Return Guthrie’s comeback is scheduled for Monday, April 6, with the anchor set to co-host the first two hours of the program, which airs at 7 a.m. Eastern time on NBC and streams on Peacock.  Guthrie, 54, has been away from Studio 1A since Friday, Jan. 30, two days before the disappearance of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, from her home near Tucson, A…
Maxim Naumov Gives Emotional Final Olympics Performance: 'Mom and Dad, This Is for You' Maxim Naumov Gives Emotional Final Olympics Performance: 'Mom and Dad, This Is for You'
Maxim Naumov Gives Emotional Final Olympics Performance: 'Mom and Dad, This Is for You' For a brief moment on Friday, the whole world seemed to pull for Maxim Naumov.  The 24-year-old Simsbury, Connecticut, figure skater took to the ice again for the free skate portion of the Milan-Cortina Games. As he glided to center ice before he began his routine to the song ”In This Shirt” by the Irrepressibles, the jumbotron above his head displayed the message "Mom and Dad, this is for you!” Maxim Naumov (far right) lost both of his parents, Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov. maxim.naumov_ His parents, former world champions and Olympians, Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, were…
Known By Many Names, Remembered For Growth: Georgetown Man Dies In Crash Known By Many Names, Remembered For Growth: Georgetown Man Dies In Crash
Known By Many Names, Remembered For Growth: Georgetown Man Dies In Crash Linwood Owens was a man who went by many names before his unexpected death in a Delaware crash.  The Georgetown native, 37, affectionately known by loved ones as "BooBoo" and "BooWow," was involved in a fatal crash on Sunday, Jan. 11, after losing control of his vehicle and slamming into a tree. Owens leaves behind a family that "is devastated by this unimaginable loss."  "Losing you feels unreal, BooBoo," his cousin wrote. "I’ll miss your smile, your presence, and the journey of watching you grow. You weren’t perfect, but your heart wanted better." "You were seeking the Lord, s…
National Centenarian’s Day Exclusive: 100+ Residents Share Secrets To Long Life National Centenarian’s Day Exclusive: 100+ Residents Share Secrets To Long Life
National Centenarian’s Day Exclusive: 100+ Residents Share Secrets To Long Life National Centenarian’s Day, celebrated each year on September 22, shines a spotlight on those who have reached 100 years of age and beyond. The day is about more than age — it’s about honoring achievements, resilience, and the wisdom of those who have lived through a century of change. Across the Northeast, centenarians are sharing their stories and reminding younger generations of what it takes not just to live long, but to live well. A Librarian’s Motto At 104 Caroline Emplit, 104, worked as a librarian at Amosland Elementary in Pennsylvania’s Ridley School District until she was 96. Her …
Legendary Apollo 13 Commander Jim Lovell Dies Legendary Apollo 13 Commander Jim Lovell Dies
Legendary Apollo 13 Commander Jim Lovell Dies His steady voice —“Houston, we’ve had a problem”— became an instant part of American history. Jim Lovell, the indomitable astronaut who steered Apollo 13 safely back to Earth after a life-threatening explosion in space, has died at age 97.  NASA announced his death on Friday afternoon, Aug. 8, marking the end of a remarkable life spent on the frontiers of exploration and resilience. Lovell’s name became synonymous with calm leadership under pressure during the harrowing 1970 Apollo 13 mission, which was famously dubbed a “successful failure.” When an oxygen tank exploded more than 20…
AI Workforce Shake-Up: Nearly Half Of Companies Plan Job Cuts Within Years AI Workforce Shake-Up: Nearly Half Of Companies Plan Job Cuts Within Years
AI Workforce Shake-Up: Nearly Half Of Companies Plan Job Cuts Within Years Nearly half of companies worldwide are planning to cut jobs within the next few years as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes industries and automates millions of positions, according to a new global report. The World Economic Forum’s "Future of Jobs Report 2025" outlines the seismic shifts AI will bring to the global workforce, revealing both challenges and opportunities: Job Displacement: The report says 41 percent of companies intent to downsize their workforce globally between 2025 and 2030, particularly in industries reliant on routine and manual tasks such as manufacturing, customer …
Dominic Valenti Of Frederick Dies Suddenly New Year's Day, 27 Dominic Valenti Of Frederick Dies Suddenly New Year's Day, 27
Dominic Valenti Of Frederick Dies Suddenly New Year's Day, 27 A Maryland community is in mourning after the sudden loss of 27-year-old Dominic Michael Valenti, a vibrant soul remembered for his compassion, courage, and love of life. Valenti, born in New Mexico on June 5, 1997, passed away on New Year's Day, leaving behind a loving family who remembered the Frederick High School graduate as "a beloved son, brother, and friend."  "(He) will be lovingly remembered for his compassion, bravery, and unfailing courage," they said. "His infectious smile, humor, and genuine nature made a lasting impression on everyone who knew him."  “Dominic w…
Talk Show Host Who Shares Stories Of Survival Now Facing Her Own Fight After Holiday Crash Talk Show Host Who Shares Stories Of Survival Now Facing Her Own Fight After Holiday Crash
Talk Show Host Who Shares Stories Of Survival Now Facing Her Own Fight After Holiday Crash A cherished local mother who hosts a talk show sharing stories of survival and resilience will have a tale of her own after a Christmas Day crash left her with broken bones and shattered dreams. The woman, known for her inspirational show "Just Talk with Justice," was gearing up to start a dream job this January as a Prince George's County Parks and Rec Facility manager, though fate had other plans for her and her young daughter. Instead of celebrating the holiday and the new dream job, Justice and her daughter, Lydia, spent it in an area hospital after both were injured in the crash, …
Journalist Richard Cohen, Husband To Meredith Vieira, Dies After Half-Century MS Battle Journalist Richard Cohen, Husband To Meredith Vieira, Dies After Half-Century MS Battle
Journalist Richard Cohen, Husband To Meredith Vieira, Dies After Half-Century MS Battle Journalist and author Richard Cohen has died after inspiring countless people through his decades-long battle with MS and cancer. Cohen, the husband of former TODAY anchor Meredith Vieira, died on Tuesday, Dec. 24, TODAY reported. The Plainview, New York, native was 76 years old. A veteran reporter, Cohen lived with multiple sclerosis for more than 50 years and overcame two cancer diagnoses during his life. He was also legally blind. Cohen, who worked for CBS News, was given his MS diagnosis in 1973.  "I was diagnosed when I was 25 years old and essentially told there is no…