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Below is a compilation of some of the most notable deaths of global figures from the worlds of showbusiness, politics, sports ...

One Direction star Liam Payne, Oscar-winning Harry Potter and ‘Downton Abbey’ actor Maggie Smith and ‘Charmed’ star Shannen ...

Other notable deaths in 2024 include Jon Urbanchek (May 9, at 87), who revitalized the Michigan men's swimming and diving ...

Legendary actor Dame Maggie Smith died at the age of 89 with her sons saying she passed away peacefully in hospital on 27 ...

A Hall of Famer, a Masters champ, a U.S. Women's open champ and a beloved Golfweek journalist are among those who we're going ...

As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on a year filled with unforgettable NFL moments but also the sorrow of bidding farewell ...

A last look back at some of the figures from the world of sports who died in 2024: Jan. 1 at age 87. Last quarterback to lead ...

Birmingham icon and Moody Blues founder Mike Pinder died at the age of 82 on April 24. The legendary Birmingham band, known ...

It’s likely that you lost a cultural icon who meant something to you during 2024, whether from the world of science, politics, the arts or sports. Whether they helped to keep us informed; entertained ...

We reflect on FIFA awarding Saudi Arabia the hosting rights to the 2034 men's World Cup.