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Tim Curry Dies: ‘Rocky Horror,’ ‘Clue’ Star Built Unforgettable Career
A performer whose unmistakable voice, wicked humor, and larger-than-life characters spanned stage, screen, and animation has died.
British actor and singer Tim Curry died late Tuesday, Aug. 25, at his Los Angeles home, TMZ first reported. He was 80. Police were called to the home late Tuesday, and no foul play was suspected, according to TMZ, which first reported the news.
No official cause of death had been announced as of Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Curry became a cultural icon as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the 1975 cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” after originating the role onstage.
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Abused Dog Found With Open Wounds, Fly Infestation In New York: Authorities
A Long Island man was arrested after his dog was found infested with flies and suffering from open wounds, authorities said.
Cecilio Matthews, 50, of Bellport, was charged with several counts of animal cruelty under state and county laws, the Suffolk County SPCA said Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Investigators determined earlier in the month that Matthews had failed to care for his 10-year-old mutt, Seven, leaving the dog neglected in a yard, according to the SPCA.
Seven was found underweight, infested with flies, and with open wounds to his ears and neck, the SPCA said. He was taken to a local anim…
Juvenile Carjacker Apprehended: Longport PD
A juvenile was arrested and charged with carjacking in Longport on Monday, Aug. 24, authorities said.
At 4:30 a.m., officers responded to the 100 block of South 28 Avenue after a vehicle owner encountered the suspects inside her vehicle, causing them to flee recklessly from the area in the car, Longport police said.
An investigation identified the juvenile as the suspect and he was eventually apprehended, police said.
He is charged with carjacking, robbery, theft of a motor vehicle, conspiracy to commit theft, and joyriding, police said.
New Storm System Nears Northeast After Pleasant Stretch: Latest Timing
A stretch of crisp, comfortable weather across the Northeast will give way to a more unsettled pattern later this week.
Click here for a new, updated story: Potent Storm System Nears Northeast With Damaging Winds, Flooding Risk
Wednesday, Aug, 26 will remain dry for most of the region, with temperatures around 80 degrees and light winds, according to the National Weather Service.
The change becomes more noticeable Thursday, Aug. 27, as warmer, more humid air returns and a frontal boundary approaches.
The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center outlook calls for cloud…
Snapchat Addicts Kids, Lies About Sex, Drug Content, Lawsuit Claims
Snapchat was designed to hook children with disappearing messages, endless scrolling, late-night alerts, and friendship streaks — then marketed as safe for 13-year-olds while sexual, drug-related, and suicide content remained easy to find, Pennsylvania’s attorney general alleges.
Attorney General Dave Sunday announced a lawsuit against Snapchat owner Snap Inc. on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Daily Voice obtained the redacted 49-page complaint, which was filed in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas under Pennsylvania’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law. You can read the complaint in…
Dolly Parton Dies: Entertainment Icon Touched Millions Over Decades With Her Songs, Spirit
One of America’s most recognizable and beloved entertainers, whose songs, humor, and generosity crossed generations, has died.
Click here for a new, updated story: Cause Of Death Revealed For Entertainment Icon, American Legend Dolly Parton
Country music legend Dolly Parton died Tuesday, Aug. 25, in Nashville, Tennessee, at age 80, her nephew Brian Seaver announced in a video posted to Parton’s Instagram account. She died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, according to the family.
Parton’s death came after a period of health problems that had forced her to step back from several …
