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David Mitchell, Who Led Fight on Drug Prices, Dies at 75

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 20:41:22 +0000

After receiving a diagnosis of terminal cancer, he used his experience in public relations to draw attention to the skyrocketing cost of medication.

Erich von Däniken, Who Claimed Aliens Visited Earth, Dies at 90

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 19:36:53 +0000

His 1968 book, “Chariots of the Gods,” sold hundreds of thousands of copies, but one critic called it a “warped parody of reasoning.”

Bob Weir, Guitarist and Founding Member of The Grateful Dead, Dies at 78

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 22:56:15 +0000

His songwriting and rhythm guitar playing helped shape the San Francisco band’s sound as it became an American institution.