Mildred Miller, Stalwart of the Metropolitan Opera, Dies at 98
In her 23 years at the Met, she sang with the greatest stars of her day. She had a second career as a leading figure in the artistic life of Pittsburgh. NYT > Obituaries
Ultra-luxury Aman Resorts launches a more affordable brand called Janu. Here’s what it costs
Aman’s first hotel from its new brand — Janu Tokyo — is cheaper, but still crosses the $ 1,000 threshold on most nights. International: Top News And Analysis
El Niño’s ‘sweet tooth’ means indulgent treats could soon be even more expensive
Futures contracts on orange juice, cocoa, coffee and sugar have soared in part because of extreme weather and supply concerns related to El Niño. U.S. News
This Gorilla’s Caregivers Face Familiar Questions About Aging
Winston, an older silverback, is getting enviable medical treatment. Now his keepers must confront an issue that vexes doctors and older humans, too: How much intervention is too much? NYT > Health
Dixie Chicks founder Laura Lynch dies at 65
Laura Lynch, a founding member of country group the Dixie Chicks, died in a car accident in Texas. She was 65. ABC News: Top Stories
‘Godzilla Minus One’ Is Toho’s ‘Top Gun: Maverick’
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and that’s especially true in Hollywood. The industry loves to clone its success stories. 1978’s “Halloween” inspired the “Friday the 13th” series along with other slasher films. “Star…
In Their Words: Ashley Harlan, The Concierge CFO
In Their Words is a monthly series featuring Music City’s minority small-business owners. This month we hear from Ashley Harlan, founder of The Concierge CFO. Nashville Business News – Local Nashville News | The Nashville…
40 Under 40: Lauren Lowrey; WSMV 4, AMPstigator
Get to know 2023 40 Under 40 honoree Lauren Lowrey, evening news anchor for WSMV 4. Nashville Business News – Local Nashville News | The Nashville Business Journal
Longtime venue and restaurant to close citing ‘big corporations moving into Nashville and taking over’
After a decade on Hermitage Avenue, this Nashville venue, restaurant and bar is closing its doors. “You can thank all the big corporations moving into Nashville and taking over,” the venue said in a social…
Cari Beauchamp, Who Chronicled the Women of Early Hollywood, Dies at 74
In books and magazine articles, she uncovered the forgotten story of the actresses and screenwriters who helped create the film industry. NYT > Obituaries