Manchester United handed double injury boost ahead of packed fixture schedule

Stars and Stripes show that Takahashi was aiding in the rescue of an 11-year-old girl, her mother and a soldier caught in a current at Mermaid’s Grotto in Okinawa, Japan.According to the publication, US Army Major and scuba diving instructor Robert Bourgeau was at the popular dive spot with students when he heard the screams of an unidentified Japanese mother caught in the current and jumped into action.At some point during the rescue, Takahashi, 60, was seen by the students jumping into the water to assist in the rescue, but then disappeared beneath the waves.“He’s a hero,” Bourgeau said of Takahashi, adding, “He died trying to save someone else.”Bourgeau managed to physically save the woman and child and was able to verbally guide the soldier to safety.The anime and manga creator’s body was discovered two days after the rescue — seen floating off the coast of Okinawa by a person running a marine leisure business, according to an official at the Naha Coast Guard Nago station.The official also shared in a July interview that Takahashi’s body showed signs of being attacked by a marine creature, possibly sharks, but the cause of death was still under investigation.Later, a rental car was discovered at Mermaid’s Grotto under the trading card game creator’s name, allowing his family to identify his body.Bourgeau was nominated for the Soldier’s Medal for his rescue efforts.

Chris Cornell‘s former collaborators has claimed the late Soundgarden and Audioslave frontman came close to recording a song that featured guitar parts by Eddie Van Halen.During an appearance on The Mitch Lafon and Jeremy White Show podcast, Thorn – who toured as a guitarist with Cornell, and recorded additional guitars on a handful of tracks from Cornell’s 2009 album ‘Scream’ – recounted just how close a collaboration between the two rockers was to becoming a reality.“They were buddies… Eddie always wanted to do something with Chris, musically,” Thorn said. “He loved his voice and he used to be like, ‘Man, I love him.

Parents are chiming in and speaking out as one school district in Pennsylvania has announced it's canceling its annual Halloween parades for elementary students due to safety and "inclusivity" concerns. Dominique Izbicki, a resident of Montgomery County, told Fox News Digital she doesn't agree with the decision. "Generally, I'm just disappointed that we are taking an approach to inclusivity as trying to go down to the lowest common denominator rather than trying to celebrate all cultures, all religions and all views for our kids," said Izbicki.

The contours of the upcoming November midterms seem clear. President Joe Biden scarcely polls above 40% approval.

The House Jan. 6 committee will hold a hearing Thursday focusing on former President Donald Trump's state of mind leading up to the January 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol, despite not receiving testimony during the panel's 15-month tenure from the ex-commander-in-chief or top associates linked to efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Dr. Rochelle Walensky met with parents just once leading up to the release of school reopening guidance last year.

Women and girls of Iran are leading the most significant challenge to the existence of the Islamic Republic of Iran in this century, according to veteran experts of Iran.  Their opposition to the theocratic state and its radical Islamic law requiring head coverings for women has drawn sharp criticism with respect to Tehran’s role on the U.N. Commission on the Status of Women.

Kelly Ripa and Regis Philbin worked together for nearly a decade as hosts of "Live! with Regis and Kelly," and the daytime television talk show host didn't mince words while jotting down a few memories of her tumultuous relationship with the legendary broadcaster in her first memoir, "Live Wire: Long-Winded Short Stories." Ripa's written recollection of their time together on-and-off camera has been met with criticism from fans and foes, including former "Live!" host Kathie Lee Gifford, who admitted she won't be reading the essays, possibly as a subtle homage to her "great friend." In Ripa's new book, she wrote about having trouble working with Philbin, how she was not allowed to use her own hair and makeup team, and didn't receive a wardrobe budget.The former "All My Children" star also shared that her name "had to be smaller than Regis's name on the "Live!" title card and branding.  She noted that receiving the offer to host the popular live show came with a warning, "They want to make sure you know who your boss is." Ripa went on to explain that after Philbin retired in 2011, they never had a relationship outside the studio and only socialized on rare occasions.  Kelly Ripa and Regis Philbin may have had difficulties working together, but Ripa also seemed to find problems in the workplace with Michael Strahan and Ryan Seacrest. (Getty Images) And Ripa possibly learned a thing or two from her late protégé.  Her former co-host, Michael Strahan, was notably missing from her book despite having been by her side on "Live!" for four years beginning in 2012.

2022 CMT Artists of the Year celebration was a particularly special night for Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn Jae Brown.The cute couple walked the red carpet together at the gala, held at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville on Wednesday, and they spoke with ET's Cassie DiLaura about celebrating their wedding anniversary at the star-studded event.«We're having so much fun! This is Like our date night tonight, for our anniversary,» Katelyn Jae said, beaming.The couple shares two daughters — 2-year-old Kingsley and 9-month-old Kodi — and the proud mom said their special anniversary began «just like any other day.»«We woke up with kiddos,» Kane chimed in.«Spent it with the kids, hanging out, and then and so we had to start glam in the afternoon,» Katelyn Jae added. «But really just a regular day!»This year has been particularly exciting for the pair — apart from welcoming their second baby girl in December, Katelyn Jae also recently sang on Kane's song «Thank God,» which dropped last month.«I've told people for years!» Kane said about his wife's impressive voice. «Nobody listened to me.»For Katelyn Jae, all the praise and positive feedback on her vocals, and support for the song, has been «amazing.»«It's overwhelming for me. It's something I'm not used to,» she said.

ordered him to pay $965 million to the families of the children murdered in the Sandy Hook massacre in compensation for years of harassment, slander, lies and threats Jones lobbed against them. Jones claims he’s bankrupt and can’t pay it, but whatever the case, it’s great news for the people he tormented and terrorized.

Dwayne Johnson is hitting the red carpet for the premiere of his new movie!

M.I.A. has garnered backlash for a tweet she sent comparing alt-right figure Alex Jones’s falsehoods about the Sandy Hook shooting to celebrities “pushing” COVID-19 vaccines and suggesting the latter, too, should “pay for lying”.In a tweet shared today (October 13), the rapper and singer referenced conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, who was this week ordered to pay nearly $1billion in damages after falsely claiming for years that the 2012 shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School never happened.

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have released new album ‘Laminated Denim’, the second of three the ultra-prolific psych-rockers will share in October.The album was released on Wednesday (October 12), and consists of two tracks – ‘The Land Before Timeland’ and ‘Hypertension’ – both of which are exactly 15 minutes in length. ‘Laminated Denim’ serves as a spiritual successor to earlier album ‘Made In Timeland’ (which its title is an anagram of), which was released physically in March of this year before arriving digitally yesterday alongside ‘Laminated Denim’.“Like the last record, this one was created out of long improvised jams, but this time we also worked within the constraints of a ticking clock,” King Gizzard said of the new album when sharing news of its arrival on Twitter.

SPOILER ALERT – Do not read ahead if you have not watched the new episode of The Masked Singer!

Robo Girl is making her first appearance on The Masked Singer!

Dungeons & Dragons is becoming a bigger and bigger game, with not just one, but now two movies coming out about the fantasy role playing game.

Brandy has updated fans on her health following reports the singer had been hospitalised after potentially suffering a seizure.Earlier this week, TMZ reported that Brandy was recovering in a Los Angeles hospital, writing that law enforcement had gotten an EMS call to the singer’s home around noon on Tuesday (October 11). According to “sources with direct knowledge”, it’s believed she had suffered a seizure.Now, Brandy has shared a direct update about her health.

Addressing her health. While cameras were rolling during season 2 of Hulu’s The Kardashians, Kris Jenner used the platform to candidly discuss a painful health issue.

He’s back! Scott Disick popped up on the Thursday, October 13, episode of The Kardashians — despite ex Kourtney Kardashian saying she had “no idea” if he would be making a future appearance. 

Finding a compromise. After raising eyebrows for her comments about women in business, Kim Kardashian attempted to offer more context to her words.

Ten Five Hospitality gave one of Hollywood’s most historic neighborhoods a makeover and now the Vinyl District has become one of the most popular hotspots in the City of Angels.

Manchester United have been handed a double boost on the injury front as international stars including Cristiano Ronaldo prepare to team up with their nations for the September break.

Manchester United's trip to the Etihad Stadium to face cross-city rivals Manchester City after the international break will mark the beginning of a relentless period for Erik ten Hag's side.

Erik ten Hag being appointed as Manchester United manager was supposed to give Donny van de Beek the edge that he needed to shine on the Premier League stage. However, six matches into the season, the former Ajax man has only totted up 19 minutes of action.

Antony could be in line for his third Manchester United appearance in Thursday’s Europa League clash with Sheriff Tiraspol.

Here are your Manchester United morning headlines for Thursday, September 15.

Manchester United will be without five players for the trip to Moldova on Thursday. The Reds are looking to make amends for last week’s unexpected 1-0 Europa League loss to Real Sociedad but will be without the in-form Marcus Rashford, who has scored three times in his last four games.

Manchester United have included Luke Shaw in their squad for the Europa League group stage match against FC Sheriff on Thursday night but five players are out.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag still has a number of injury worries heading into Thursday night's Europa League match against Sheriff Tiraspol.

Academy defender Marc Jurado and midfielder Omari Forson trained with the Manchester United first-team on Monday.

Here are your Manchester United morning headlines for Monday, September 12.

Donny van de Beek has praised the arrival of new options at Manchester United following the summer transfer window.

Christian Eriksen says he is impressed with the midfield Manchester United have assembled and can't wait to see what more they have to offer as the season goes on.