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Beethoven may have drunk himself to death, say scientists who mapped his genome from a lock of the great composer’s hair. Researchers discovered the musical genius was predisposed to liver disease and infected with Hepatitis B. Cambridge University scientists say those two factors combined with a love of wine might have been the fatal combination. Lead scientist Tristan Begg said: “We can surmise from Beethoven’s ‘conversation books’, which he used during the last decade of his life, that his alcohol consumption was very regular, although it is difficult to estimate the volumes being consumed. “While most of his contemporaries claim his consumption was moderate by early 19th century Viennese standards, there is not complete agreement among these sources, and this still likely amounted to quantities of alcohol known today to be harmful to the liver. “If his alcohol consumption was sufficiently heavy over a long enough period of time, the interaction with his genetic risk … [Read more...] about Beethoven may have drunk himself to death, scientists say after studying composer’s hair

Andrew Lloyd Webber shares thanks for love and support for his son, Nick SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Andrew Lloyd Webber took to Twitter and announced the death of his son Nicholas Webber which has left their family "totally bereft". The British composer has been inundated with messages of support following the devastating news. Related articles John Bishop in ‘pain like no other’ as he says beloved mum has died Jeremy Paxman puts on brave face as he’s pictured using cane at awards In view of his 215,000 followers, Andrew penned: “I am shattered to have to announce that my beloved elder son Nick died a few hours ago in Basingstoke Hospital. His whole family is gathered together and we … [Read more...] about ‘Shattered’ Andrew Lloyd Webber announces son Nick’s death as he’s left ‘totally bereft’

close Video 'Walking Dead' universe expands; Tom Selleck ready to tell all Hollywood Nation: AMC Network is expanding the 'Walking Dead' universe with plans for a new spin-off; Tom Selleck is writing his memoir telling stories from his career. " The Young and the Restless " is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Throughout the many decades it's been on air, several celebrities have either gotten their start, or made appearances on the show. While some were on for at least one season, others briefly appeared in one episode on the popular soap opera. Here are some stars you may have forgotten were on the series. 'THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS' CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY WITH CAST PHOTO: 'IT'S LIKE A HIGH SCHOOL REUNION ' Tom Selleck One of Tom Selleck's earliest acting credits was on "The Young and the Restless," playing Jed Andrews. (Getty Images) Many will remember Tom Selleck from his … [Read more...] about ‘The Young and the Restless’: Katy Perry, Tom Selleck among stars who made appearances in show’s 50-year run

First of a series Seven out of 10 kidnap-for-ransom (KFR) victims in Manila this year are Tsinoys—Chinese-Filipinos with every right to live in peace as much as the next Pinoy; Filipino citizens and ethnic Chinese, not aliens. Constituting only 1.2 percent of the population, they nevertheless are kidnappers’ victims of choice. When kidnappers are caught, court cases take years before they are resolved. Kidnapped on Oct. 17, 2000, Eunice Kaye Chuang, 5, and her yaya (nursemaid) Bibet were found dead in the ceiling of their assailant’s house. The first judge hearing the case retired; today’s third is assigned simultaneously to three cities. The case is on its 14th year. Dennis Roldan, aka Mitchell Gumabao, erstwhile bit actor and congressman, was sentenced to reclusion perpetua (imprisonment in perpetuity) some weeks ago and delivered to New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa City. He and his coaccused were indicted for the KFR of 3-year-old Kenshi Yu, after nine years of … [Read more...] about Tsinoys as kidnap targets: Hard workers, silent victims

A MUM has told of her fear after a man was shot dead in a "targeted attack" in broad daylight close to where kids were playing in a park. Emergency services rushed to the scene in Openshaw, Manchester , at around 2pm on Saturday. A 32-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene with cops believing he died from gunshot wounds in what they think was a “targeted attack”. Police said a 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder are still hunting a second suspect who is believed to have fled the scene in a vehicle shortly after the shooting. One woman who lives near where the shooting took place told the Manchester Evening News : "It’s really scary. There were kids nearby playing in the park." Another resident claimed that the man had been shot twice to the chest, although this has not been confirmed by the police. Police have appealed for anyone with information to come forward. Additional officers have been deployed to the area this evening as the … [Read more...] about Openshaw shooting: Mum’s fear as man shot dead in broad daylight ‘targeted attack’ while kids play in park nearby

close Video North Korean defectors honor Otto Warmbier, Kim Jong Un’s victims ‘The North Korean Freedom Foundation’ chair Suzanne Scholte joins ‘Fox News Live’ to discuss the protests in front of North Korea’s mission to the United Nations. Flowers declaring freedom and honoring an American victim of Kim Jong Un's barbaric regime were placed by activists in front of the building that houses the North Korean mission to the United Nations, as a reminder of the horrors of Kim's regime and his continued violations of human rights. "People are dying every day in North Korea in the political prison camps, women are being tortured in the detention centers," says Suzanne Scholte, the chair of the North Korean Freedom Coalition, which sponsored the protest. "We need to put human rights at the forefront, it is the Achilles' heel of the regime." "All regimes like this eventually come down," she says. "They are brainwashed to hate America and think that … [Read more...] about Kim Jong Un’s diplomats get an unwanted surprise

Michael Rosen, 76, is the author of 140 books of poetry and prose, and is our former Children's Laureate. In March 2020, he caught Covid and was in a coma for 40 days. He lives in London with second wife, Emma, and has four children and two stepdaughters aged 18 to 46. His son, Eddie, died age 18 in 1999 from meningococcal septicaemia. IT'S BEST TO TACKLE ONE THING PER DAY When you're in hospital they own you, but when you come home, you're on your own. So I had to own my frailty and pretend I was stronger than I was. I had a tracheotomy that wasn't healing and I was trying to walk. The vision in my left eye was impaired. My left ear was a dead loss, so I had to use a hearing aid. My wife, Emma, said, 'Let's just sort out one thing at a time.' She laid it out logically and calmly, and it cleared my mind to think about it that way. So now my mantra is: tackle one thing a day. When I came out of hospital, I couldn't remember things. I'd take a list to the supermarket and it … [Read more...] about It’s best to tackle one thing every day: MICHAEL ROSEN reveals the one lesson he’s learned from life

A woman has been killed on the Costa Blanca (Image: GETTY) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A British woman has been killed on the Costa Blanca in a suspected domestic violence murder. Her 69-year-old husband, also British, has been arrested after trying to flee the scene. He is under police guard in hospital with a knife wound to the stomach. It was not immediately clear how he had suffered the injury. Trending A neighbour raised the alarm around 3.50am. Police responders found the victim's body shortly after they reached the property before arresting her partner. A spokesman for the Civil Guard in Alicante confirmed: “We are investigating the violent death of a 64-year-old British woman at a property in Orihuela Costa. We have … [Read more...] about British expat, 64, found dead in her home in Spain after suffering multiple stab wounds

A British woman has been killed on the Costa Blanca in a suspected domestic violence murder. The 64-year-old was found dead inside her home in Orihuela Costa south of Alicante with stab wounds around 4am this morning. Her 69-year-old husband, also thought to be British, is understood to have been arrested as he tried to flee the scene. He is under police guard in hospital with a knife wound to the stomach. It was not immediately clear today how he had suffered the injury. A neighbour raised the alarm around 3.50am. Police responders found the victim's body shortly after they reached the property before arresting her partner. The 64-year-old was found dead inside her home in Orihuela Costa south of Alicante (pictured) with stab wounds around 4am this morning Local reports said the unnamed suspect had been included on a database after being accused of domestic violence in 2019, two years after the couple moved to Spain. His wife reportedly declined to … [Read more...] about British woman, 64, is found dead in Costa Blanca apartment as husband, 69, is arrested ‘for murder while trying to flee scene’

Linda Nolan gives an update on her cancer diagnosis in 2022 SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Linda Nolan, who has been diagnosed with cancer three times, has been inundated with messages of support after photos were shared of the singer leaving the hospital. She was picked up from hospital in Preston, Lancs, by her sibling Maureen and was unsteady on her feet as she was helped into the car. Related articles John Bishop in ‘pain like no other’ as he says beloved mum has died Jeremy Paxman puts on brave face as he’s pictured using cane at awards Taking to Twitter today, the 64-year-old shared an update with her legion of supporters who expressed their concern. It comes as Linda continues to … [Read more...] about Linda Nolan inundated with support as she breaks silence on hospital photos