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Watch: Actor Gene Wilder, star of Mel Brooks movies, dies at 83

Tuesday, 30 August 2016, 06:20 Last update: about 11 years ago Associated Press

Gene Wilder, the frizzy-haired actor who brought his deft comedic touch to such unforgettable roles as the neurotic accountant in "The Producers" and the mad scientist of "Young Frankenstein," has...

Ryanair warns of Facebook scam of fake offer for free tickets

Monday, 29 August 2016, 15:17 Last update: about 11 years ago

Ryanair has warned customers of an online scam that is targeting Facebook users. In a post across its social media accounts, the airline pointed out that a supposed 'offer' of two free Ryanair...

Lightning strike kills more than 300 reindeer in Norway

Monday, 29 August 2016, 14:43 Last update: about 11 years ago Associated Press

More than 300 wild reindeer have been killed by lighting in central Norway. The Norwegian Environment Agency has released eerie images showing a jumble of reindeer carcasses scattered across a...

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