#obituary — Public Fediverse posts

After more than two weeks, the Grauniad now has an #obituary for #CraigVenter: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/may/14/craig-venter-obituary I was kind of surprised that he died at a normal age, rather than using his resources to engineer his own immortality.

#science #genome #DNA #sequencing #humanGenome

Clarence Carter, Soul Singer Behind ‘Patches’ & ‘Strokin’,’ Dies at 90

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/clarence-carter-dead-strokin-singer-1236248661/

Claudine Longet Dies: Singer & Ex-Wife Of Andy Williams Who Fatally Shot Olympic Skier Spider Sabich Was 84
#News #Obituaries #ClaudineLonget #Obituary #SpiderSabich

https://deadline.com/2026/05/claudine-longet-dead-1236904878/

Clarence Carter Dies: ‘Slip Away’, ‘Patches’ Singer Was 90
#News #Obituaries #ClarenceCarter #Obituary #Patches #SlipAway

https://deadline.com/2026/05/clarence-carter-dead-1236904702/

Clarence Carter Dies: ‘Slip Away’, ‘Patches’ Singer Was 90
#News #Obituaries #ClarenceCarter #Obituary #Patches #SlipAway

https://deadline.com/2026/05/clarence-carter-dead-1236904702/

Clarence Carter Dies: ‘Slip Away’, ‘Patches’ Singer Was 90
#News #Obituaries #ClarenceCarter #Obituary #Patches #SlipAway

https://deadline.com/2026/05/clarence-carter-dead-1236904702/

Clarence Carter Dies: ‘Slip Away’, ‘Patches’ Singer Was 90
#News #Obituaries #ClarenceCarter #Obituary #Patches #SlipAway

https://deadline.com/2026/05/clarence-carter-dead-1236904702/

Mark Smythe, Los Angeles-Based Composer, Dies at 53

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.billboard.com/pro/mark-smythe-obituary/

John Barbour Dies: ‘Real People’ Creator & Host Was 93
#News #Obituaries #JohnBarbour #Obituary #RealPeople

https://deadline.com/2026/05/john-barbour-dead-1236901721/

Jack Douglas, Producer For John Lennon, Aerosmith, Cheap Trick Dies at 80

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.billboard.com/music/rock/jack-douglas-death-producer-lennon-aerosmith-dies-obituary-1236246779/

After four years of studio silence, Kenoshan cavemen Jungle Rot emerge from the bush with twelfth platter, Cruel Face of War. For the uninitiated, Jungle Rot plays groovy death metal that’s hostile, bludgeoning, and never dares to overthink anything. Their output has been more reliable than our coverage, and reviewing every other album since 2011’s Kill on Command, each has earned a ‘Mixed’ rating. Interestingly, the two albums we missed reviewing, Terror Regime and Jungle Rot, are the best of that group, particularly their self-titled effort. Now faced with our first consecutive Jungle Rot evaluation, can Cruel Face of War break the mold, or does it run through the Jungle on cruise control?

‘Consistency is key’ perseveres as a pillar of advice I mete out and live by,1 and this lesson sticks with Jungle Rot like flies on a decomposing carcass. After three decades of mouth-breathing death jams, the band still delivers freshly forged OSDM every two to four years that reeks of Obituary and Bolt Thrower. While the hardcore and deathcore vestiges have diminished,2 trace amounts of Hatebreed and Slaughter to Prevail lurk within Jungle Rot’s fetid funk, especially Dave Matrise’s vocals. To be fair, any fluctuations in their sound become conversations of degrees, and since Fueled by Hate dropped in 2004, Jungle Rot has been lodged in a groove so deep they haven’t pulled out from it yet.

Jungle Rot sounds best when they inject a bit of melody into their formula, and those crumbs unerringly serve as the best morsels on Cruel Face of War. Maybe that’s because only those moments break up the monotony of an otherwise wearisome chuggathon, where an unvarying landscape of riffs and grooves blur together into an indistinct sea of homogenous death metal. For instance, the riffs on “When the Elders Rise” and “Rot Riffs” carry just enough character to help differentiate themselves from the rest of the pack, but otherwise, I can’t distinguish between most others without playing them back-to-back. To Jungle Rot’s credit, they possess a sound uniquely their own. But like a painter who only uses a single color, they lock themselves into a self-imposed prison of uniformity that undercuts any notion of tension or contrast.

Despite the detractors, Jungle Rot’s adherence to convention pays dividends as well. Pit-ready grooves and stank-inducing verses make great fodder for good ol’ fashioned head-banging, and while the simplicity limits Cruel Face of War’s upside, it also ensures a stable foundation to build upon. Regarding pacing, Jungle Rot plays with two speeds: a menacing, mid-paced skulk and a faster, more predatory trot. Though they never commit to woebegone plods or balls-out blitzes, there’s just enough variety to keep things engaging without moving too far away from Jungle Rot’s established sonic ideal. Additionally, Cruel Face of War merits praise for the efficient yet expressive solos, particularly on “Cruel Face of War” and “Horrors Vile,” with Geoff Bub and David Matrise credited for guitars.3 Bassist James Genenz rumbles and groans alongside, supplying a meaty dimension to Cruel Face of War, and drummer Spenser Syphers pounds and pummels as needed. Dan “The Man” Swanö even handles mixing and mastering, granting the immediate boost he bestows to nearly everything he touches.

Cruel Face of War never outright errs, yet Jungle Rot proves so reticent to stray from the path oft-traveled that I wonder why they recorded new material. Jungle Rot felt like a promising step forward, infusing wicked melodies into the band’s brutish brand of death metal. Since then, Jungle Rot seems content to churn out mildly different flavors of the same core recipe with rapidly diminishing returns. After thirty years of staying the course, I’m not hopeful that Jungle Rot will venture into unfamiliar territory, but without stepping outside their comfort zone, I don’t foresee them bursting free from their Jungle Rut.

Rating: Disappointing
DR: 6 | Format Reviewed: 224 kbps mp3
Label: Unique Leader Records
Websites: Bandcamp | Facebook
Releases Worldwide: May 15th, 20264

First off, very sad day in NBA.

Brandon Clarke, 29, died from potential drug overdose…….. huge impact with Grizzlies, life cut short.

And Jason Collins, died at 47 from terminal brain cancer. First openly gay active player in NBA, a legend also on its own.

#NBA #Obituary #Deaths

Rex Reed Dies: Provocative Film Critic, Raconteur & ‘Myra Breckinridge’ Actor Was 87
#News #Obituaries #Obituary #RexReed

https://deadline.com/2026/05/rex-reed-dead-1236899150/

Jennifer Harmon Dies: ‘One Life To Live’, Prolific Broadway Actor Was 82
#News #Obituaries #Broadway #JenniferHarmon #Obituary #OneLifetoLive

https://deadline.com/2026/05/jennifer-harmon-dead-1236898472/

A quotation from Mark Twain

The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.

Mark Twain (1835-1910) American writer [pseud. of Samuel Clemens]
Note (1897-05-31), paraphrased

More about this quote: wist.info/twain-mark/51247/

#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #marktwain #twain #death #exaggeration #obituary #report #rumor #survival #misreporting

A quotation from Mark Twain

The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.

Mark Twain (1835-1910) American writer [pseud. of Samuel Clemens]
Note (1897-05-31), paraphrased

More about this quote: wist.info/twain-mark/51247/

#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #marktwain #twain #death #exaggeration #obituary #report #rumor #survival #misreporting

A quotation from Mark Twain

The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.

Mark Twain (1835-1910) American writer [pseud. of Samuel Clemens]
Note (1897-05-31), paraphrased

More about this quote: wist.info/twain-mark/51247/

#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #marktwain #twain #death #exaggeration #obituary #report #rumor #survival #misreporting

A quotation from Mark Twain

The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.

Mark Twain (1835-1910) American writer [pseud. of Samuel Clemens]
Note (1897-05-31), paraphrased

More about this quote: wist.info/twain-mark/51247/

#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #marktwain #twain #death #exaggeration #obituary #report #rumor #survival #misreporting

https://www.europesays.com/ie/478430/ Michael Pennington, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Actor, Dies at 82 #Éire #Entertainment #IE #Ireland #Movies #obituary #RegularNews #StarWars

Koji Suzuki, the Japanese author known for horror novels including "Ring," died at a Tokyo hospital Friday. He was 68. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/10/japan/ring-author-koji-suzuki-obituary/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #literature #books #kojisuzuki #obituary #jhorror

[OPINION] Food for my dying mother

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/opinion-food-love-dying-mother/

[OPINION] Food for my dying mother

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[OPINION] Food for my dying mother

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/opinion-food-love-dying-mother/

[OPINION] Food for my dying mother

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/opinion-food-love-dying-mother/

[OPINION] Food for my dying mother

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/opinion-food-love-dying-mother/

Tony Amatullo Dies: TV Producer, Former Warner Bros. Production Exec Was 76
#News #Obituaries #Obituary #TonyAmatullo

https://deadline.com/2026/05/tony-amatullo-dead-1236888365/

Here's the CNN obit for founder Ted Turner.
https://youtube.com/shorts/e2hR414SI9Y

#obituary #BroadcastingAndCable #television

Media mogul, CNN founder Ted Turner has died at age 87.
#TedTurner #CNN #News #Obituary

https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/06/us/ted-turner-death

Embarrassing.

#AI #Hallucination #TedTurner #Obituary #DuckDuckGo

Ted Turner, the visionary behind CNN, transformed global media, built a vast broadcasting empire and later became a leading philanthropist. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/ted-turner-cnn-founder-media-giant-legacy-cnn-tkmc2juc?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Obituary #ChennaiNews #USA

Ted Turner, outspoken founder of CNN, dies at 87

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/obituary/cnn-founder-ted-turner-dies/

Ted Turner, outspoken founder of CNN, dies at 87

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/obituary/cnn-founder-ted-turner-dies/

Ted Turner, outspoken founder of CNN, dies at 87

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/obituary/cnn-founder-ted-turner-dies/

Ted Turner, outspoken founder of CNN, dies at 87

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/obituary/cnn-founder-ted-turner-dies/

"The media business is full of big-talking executives. But Turner’s outsized public persona — some called him the “Mouth from the South” for his free-wheeling trash talk — actually matched the Georgian’s influence on news, politics, sports and entertainment in the late 20th century. Over and over again, Turner shook up established industries by invading quickly and expanding options for consumers, while railing against monolithic competitors who were less daring or nimble than his maverick Turner Broadcasting System. …

"Turner was one of the first adopters of cable and satellite broadcasting technology, and for many rural Americans living beyond the tower signals of major cities, Turner was the first person to bring them interesting TV."

Media mogul Ted Turner dies at 87
https://www.latimes.com/obituaries/story/2026-05-06/la-na-ted-turner-obituary

#obituary #BroadcastingAndCable #television

Ted Turner Dies: CNN Founder Was 87
#News #Obituaries #CNN #Obituary #TedTurner

https://deadline.com/2026/05/ted-turner-dead-cnn-1236882813/

Darrell Sheets Manner Of Death Confirmed – Report
#News #Obituaries #DarrellSheets #Obituary #StorageWars

https://deadline.com/2026/05/darrell-sheets-dead-storage-wars-1236868489/

Philip Ball reflects on the legacy of Craig Ventner, who died a few days ago.

#Obituary #CraigVentner https://www.chemistryworld.com/opinion/the-complicated-legacy-of-j-craig-venter/4023376.article

‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer’ Actor Nicholas Brendon’s Cause Of Death Revealed
#News #Obituaries #BuffyTheVampireSlayer #NicholasBrendon #Obituary

https://deadline.com/2026/05/nicholas-brendon-cause-of-death-buffy-the-vampire-slayer-1236881349/

‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer’ Actor Nicholas Brendon’s Cause Of Death Revealed
#News #Obituaries #BuffyTheVampireSlayer #NicholasBrendon #Obituary

https://deadline.com/2026/05/nicholas-brendon-cause-of-death-buffy-the-vampire-slayer-1236881349/

‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer’ Actor Nicholas Brendon’s Cause Of Death Revealed
#News #Obituaries #BuffyTheVampireSlayer #NicholasBrendon #Obituary

https://deadline.com/2026/05/nicholas-brendon-cause-of-death-buffy-the-vampire-slayer-1236881349/

‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer’ Actor Nicholas Brendon’s Cause Of Death Revealed
#News #Obituaries #BuffyTheVampireSlayer #NicholasBrendon #Obituary

https://deadline.com/2026/05/nicholas-brendon-cause-of-death-buffy-the-vampire-slayer-1236881349/

John Sterling Dies: Longtime Radio Voice Of New York Yankees Was 87
#News #Obituaries #Sports #JohnSterling #NewYorkYankees #Obituary

https://deadline.com/2026/05/john-sterling-dead-new-york-yankees-1236879659/

Obituary of Richard Lester Korasick | Carter

Funeral Services for Richard Lester Korasick of Monett, MO,…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #America #Carter-RicksFuneralHome #cremation #CremationElsberry #Death #Elsberry #funeral #FuneralHomes #funeralhomesinElsberry #funeralprices #FuneralServicesElsberry #Honor #Inmemoryof #missouri #notice #obit #obituary #remember #RichardLesterKorasick #tribute #UnitedStatesofAmerica #winfield
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/620268/

Obituary of Richard Lester Korasick | Carter

Funeral Services for Richard Lester Korasick of Monett, MO,…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #America #Carter-RicksFuneralHome #cremation #CremationElsberry #Death #Elsberry #funeral #FuneralHomes #funeralhomesinElsberry #funeralprices #FuneralServicesElsberry #Honor #Inmemoryof #missouri #notice #obit #obituary #remember #RichardLesterKorasick #tribute #UnitedStatesofAmerica #winfield
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/620268/

The Philippines I saw with Errol Wendel Chen, a researcher for the farmers

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/obituary/errol-wendel-chen-researcher-farmers-philippines-toboso-19/

The Philippines I saw with Errol Wendel Chen, a researcher for the farmers

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/obituary/errol-wendel-chen-researcher-farmers-philippines-toboso-19/

Craig Venter of Human Genome Project Dies at 79

https://www.economist.com/obituary/2026/05/01/craig-venter-raced-to-decode-the-human-genome

#HackerNews #CraigVenter #HumanGenomeProject #Obituary #ScienceLegacy #Genetics

Matt Dinerstein Dies: Set Photographer For ‘The Bear’, ‘Chicago’ Shows & Others Was 69
#News #Obituaries #ChicagoFire #ChicagoPD #MattDinerstein #Obituary #TheBear

https://deadline.com/2026/05/matt-dinerstein-dead-set-photographer-the-bear-chicago-p-d-1236878810/

Maureen Santuyo: Artist and peasant organizer through and through

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/obituary/maureen-santuyo-upou-student-toboso-killing-victim-profile/