. # give me a sign tributes to the former uk pop idol contestant and theatre star darius danesh who hasat the age of 41. and serious or silly? is elon musk prepared to make a bid for manchester united? welcome to our viewers on pbs in america and around the globe. the republican liz cheney, a fierce critic of donald trump, has lost her seat in the us congress to a woman who supports the former president's unfounded claims of voter fraud. she told her supporters in the state of wyoming that she had conceded to her rival harriet hageman. liz cheney said she was horrified by the violence and chaos of january 6th and insisted that those responsible must be brought to account. never in our nation's 246 years have we seen what we saw on january 6th. like so many americans, i assume that the violence and the chaos of that date would have prompted a united response, a recognition that this was a line that must never be crossed. the tragic chapter in our nation's history to be studied by historians to ensure it can never happen again. but instead, major elements of my party still vehemently defe

the former uk pop idol contestant and theatre star darius danesh has died at the age of 41.s apartment. # still believe, still believe. the scottish singer rose to fame when he gave this memorable audition singing �*baby one more time' for the itv show popstars in 2001 — before going on to finish third on pop idol the following year. 0ur reporter gareth barlow has been following the story and hejoins me now. the story of darius who was extremely talented and, clearly much loved in the profession. there has been an outpouring of shock and sadness throughout the industry. many fans taking to social media and twitter and also some big names in entertainment as well. the record producer and tv personality simon cowell for example calling the passing of darius a tragedy saying that he was charismatic, funny and a great person to be with. the actor, john barrowman also saying he was talented, genuine and personable young man. meanwhile, darius�*s former wife the canadian act because natasha henstridge who had a relationship with him from 2011 onwards posted a series of the picture

hit me baby one more time and tributes to the former uk pop idol contestant and theatre star, darius daneshhas died at the age of 41. live from our studio in singapore, this is bbc news — it's newsday. hello and welcome to the the programme. we start in the united states where president biden has signed into law the biggest ever investment to fight climate change in the us. the bill, known as the inflation reduction act, includes more than $400 billion of new spending. it's being seen as a major victory for the biden administration, and also contains reforms to the price of prescription drugs and tax rises on corporations. mr biden said it was one of the most significant laws in america's history. ahead of signing the bill, this is what he had to say on its importance for tackling climate change. this bill is the biggest step forward on climate, ever — ever — and it is going to allow us to boldly take additional steps toward meeting all of my climate goals, the ones we set out when we ran. it includes ensuring that we create clean energy opportunities in frontline and fenceline communities

the former uk pop idol contestant and theatre star darius danesh has died at the age of 41. # and i must confess # i still believe, still believe...# the scottish singer rose to fame when he gave this memorable audition singing �*baby one more time' for the itv show popstars in 2001 — before going on to finish third on pop idol the following year. after turning down the offer of a record deal with the entrepreneur and record executive simon cowell, his debut single colourblind went straight to the top of the charts — and he went on to forge a successful stage career performing in west end shows including chicago and guys and dolls. that's all for now — stay with bbc world news. to give so much forjoining us on the programme. please stay with us for the latest global headlines and analysis. hello there. it's been cooler and fresher but we hold onto some humidity where we will see further thundershowers across the south largely drank some sunshine and across the north because of this ridge of eye pressure in this ridge of eye pressure in this with a friend continuing to genera

tributes to the former uk pop idol contestant and theatre star darius danesh who has died at the aged serious or silly? is elon musk prepared to make a bid for manchester united. hello and welcome to the programme. the presidential signature was the final touch forjoe biden to enable the biggest ever investment to fight climate change in the us. the bill is known as the inflation reduction act and includes more than $400 billion of new spending. it is overwhelmingly about greener energy, as well as carbon capture and some incentives for fossil fuel companies in the shape of new drilling opportunities. it was a long time in coming. the opposition in their own ranks, it recently seemed impossible now the inflation reduction act is a reality. signed into law byjoe biden at the white house. this is a defining moment for the president. his biggest achievement in office. the new law includes more than $400 billion in new spending, big corporations will pay higher taxes. the measures to tackle climate change include support for solar energy, tax credits to help americans by electric cars an

the former uk pop idol contestant and theatre star darius danesh has died at the age of 41.e, still believe... when i'm not with you, i lose my mind. the scottish singer rose to fame when he gave this memorable audition singing �*baby one more time' for the itv show popstars in 2001 before going on to finish third on pop idol the following year. # nobody told me it would feel so good. nobody said you would feel so beautiful. after turning down the offer of a record deal with the entrepreneur and record executive simon cowell, his debut single colourblind went straight to the top of the charts, and he went on to forge a successful stage career performing in west end shows, including chicago and guys and dolls. before we go a reminder of the top story, the us republican liz cheney a fierce critic of donald trump, has lost her seat in congress after being ousted by voters in wyoming, she said she had conceded victory to her rival harriet hagerman, who was endorsed by the former president,, who supports donald trump's unfounded claims of voter fraud. trump's unfounded claims of

the former pop idol contestant and theatre star darius danesh has died at the age of a1. singing baby one more time for the itv show pop stars in 2001 before finishing third in pop idol. after turning down the offer of a record deal from simon cowell, his debut single, colour—blind went straight to the top of that chart and he went on to forge a success will stage career in the west end including in shows such as chicago and guy's and dolls. today marks 20 years since the bbc launched radio one xtra, a station dedicated to celebrating the very best in black music and culture. in the past two decades, it's helped bring music like grime, afrobeat and drill into the mainstream, and kick—started the careers of countless artists. ashleyjohn—baptiste has been looking at the station's impact. these are just some of the styles and sounds that have shaped the current music scene. garage, grime, afrobeat and r&b are amongst the genres that have moved into the mainstream over the past 20 years, something that undeniably 1xtra has had a hand in. the bbc is delighted to announce the a

former pop idol and theatre star darius campbell danesh has died at the age of 41. forge a successful stage career performing in west end shows. today marks 20 years since the bbc launched radio 1xtra, a station dedicated to celebrating the very best in black music and culture. in the past two decades, it's helped bring music like grime, afrobeat and drill into mainstream music, and kick—started the careers of countless artists. ashleyjohn—baptiste has been looking at the station's impact. # i got 21 seconds to go...# # mi thank god for di journey, di earnings...# these are just some of the stars and sounds that have shaped the current music scene. # it's a free for all...# garage, grime, afrobeat and r&b are amongst the genres that have moved into the mainstream over the past 20 years, something that undeniably 1xtra has had a hand in. 1xtra. the bbc is delighted to announce the arrival of a new baby... it's1xtra's commitment to black british music in particular that has set it apart since launching in 2002, something that broadcaster trevor nelson recalls. british

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the former pop idol contestant and theatre star darius campbell danesh has been found dead in his usgust the 11th — although the cause of death remains unknown. after coming third in pop idol in 2010, he went on to win the first series of itv�*s popstar to 0perastar contest. music fans heading to reading and leeds festival later this month say they're angry, because the likes of eurovision winners monoskin — and american rapperjack harlow have announced they've pulled out of their performances. i'm joined now by the bbc�*s music correspondent, mark savage. mark, is there a reason, and it seems a bit naughty? i mark, is there a reason, and it seems a bit naughty?- mark, is there a reason, and it seems a bit naughty? i guess you can sa so. seems a bit naughty? i guess you can say so- jack— seems a bit naughty? i guess you can say so. jack harlow _ seems a bit naughty? i guess you can say so. jack harlow and _ seems a bit naughty? i guess you can say so. jack harlow and monoskin - say so. jack harlow and monoskin have both pulled out to play the mtv awards, a huge platform. ithink have

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they say, it is with great sadness we announce the passing of darius campbell danesh. than 28 years. the former newsnight presenter — who announced he had parkinson's disease last year — became just the second host of the long—running tv show in 199a. his last episode will be broadcast next summer. bobby seagull is a broadcaster and maths teacher. he appeared on university challenge in 2017, where he was captain of emmanuel college. he gave us his reaction to the news. i want to say that he is such a highly respected quizmaster and a formidable person, but at the same time we respected him and he respected students who put themselves out there under the spotlight with tricky questions. firstly, he's an incredible quizmaster. with university challenge fans, the show has been running since 1962, so clearly it is a show where we are going to miss paxman, we have a routine on monday where we have a cup of tea and watch it along with mastermind and only connect, so the fandom will continue, but of course like anything, when there is a transition, this will be a tricky trans