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Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anne Burrell died due to drug overdose? Pills discovered, and everything we know so far
The culinary world has been left reeling following the untimely death of Food Network legend Anne Burrell, who passed away at the age of 55 in her Brooklyn home on June 17. Initial reports pointed to a cardiac arrest, but newly surfaced details hint at a far more tragic and complex situation—one involving the discovery of pills at the scene, sparking speculation of a potential overdose. Emergency call reveals the heartbreaking scene According to the New York City Fire Department, a 911 call at 7:50 a.m. reported a woman in possible cardiac arrest at Burrell's residence on Court Street. She was pronounced dead on arrival. NYPD confirmed that officers found her unconscious and unresponsive, and the official cause of death is currently being determined by the medical examiner. However, the situation has taken a darker turn. Reports now confirm that multiple pills were found near Burrell's body, prompting the police to widen their investigation to explore the possibility of an accidental drug overdose. No foul play has been ruled out yet, and toxicology reports are pending. Anne Burrell's death Anne Burrell, known for her spiky blonde hair and larger-than-life energy, rose to fame through Iron Chef America and her iconic shows like Secrets of a Restaurant Chef and Worst Cooks in America. Her co-host and friend Robert Irvine said she was a radiant presence who exuded fierce competitive spirit but had a heart full of kindness. He reflected on their memorable on-set wager about hair dye, one he lost, and praised her mentorship of aspiring chefs. Al Roker remembered her as 'a force of nature,' while Michelle Obama expressed gratitude for Burrell's contribution to the Let's Move campaign and her appearance at the White House Easter Egg Roll. Model Gigi Hadid, who cooked with Burrell on Beat Bobby Flay, called their day together a dream come true and mourned the loss of a 'legend.' Was the drug overdose the reason for Anne Burrell's sudden demise? Burrell is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton, stepson Javier, and her immediate family. Funeral details have yet to be shared, as investigations continue. While the world awaits definitive answers, one thing is clear, Anne Burrell's impact on the culinary world, and the lives she touched, will never be forgotten.
NDTV
23-06-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
"Let's Celebrate Power Of Sport": ICC Chair Jay Shah On Olympic Day
On Olympic Day, ICC chairman Jay Shah celebrated cricket's return to the quadrennial extravaganza and urged everyone to take a step towards a stronger, healthier India under 'Let's Move?' campaign. 'Let's Move?' is the theme of this year's Olympic Day, the global celebration of sport and getting active that takes place on June 23 each year to commemorate the founding of the modern Olympic Games in 1894. "Cricket has always united us, and now, it's part of the Olympic movement! On this #OlympicDay, let's celebrate the power of sport to inspire, connect, and uplift. Invite your 1 for a walk, a run, or a game of cricket, and take a step towards a stronger, healthier India. Together, let's keep moving forward on our journey to bring the Olympic Games home!" Shah posted on X. This year, everyone is encouraged to invite a ' 1' to walk, run, dance, skip and move with them. People can simply ask a friend to join their team or workout, use specially created 'Let's Move?' digital tools, and share their moves socially @Olympics #LetsMove. "Cricket has joined the Olympic movement- a historic leap for our beloved sport! This #OlympicDay, let's celebrate the power of sports to connect and inspire. Through the #LetsMove campaign, we invite you to pick your 1 and move - whether it's a walk, a run, or a game of cricket. Together, we can build a healthier, more united India, because when we move together, we move better. Let's make our dream a reality - Olympics in India!" BCCI shared on X. Cricket, which made its only appearance in the Olympics at the Paris Games in 1900, was included in the Los Angeles Olympics after an IOC meeting in Mumbai in October 2023. It joins five new sports at LA28 – baseball/softball, flag football, lacrosse (sixes) and squash. Fairgrounds in Pomona, a temporary stadium in Southern California, has been selected as the venue for cricket at the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028, which will feature six teams each in the men's and women's competitions. The T20 format, which is recognised as the vehicle for the growth of the game by the ICC, has also featured in other multi-sport events in recent years. The Asian Games in 2010, 2014 and 2023 featured both men's and women's T20 competitions while the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games staged a women's competition.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
International Olympic Day: ICC chairman Jay Shah celebrates cricket's historic return, urges everyone to join the 'let's move' campaign
File photo of ICC chairman Jay Shah. (Getty Images) ICC Chairman Jay Shah and BCCI celebrated International Olympic Day on June 23, commemorating cricket 's return to the Olympics while promoting the 'Let's Move?' campaign that encourages people to take steps towards a healthier lifestyle by inviting others to participate in physical activities. The Olympic Day marks the founding of modern Olympic Games in 1894 and is celebrated globally each year on June 23 to promote sport and physical activity. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "Cricket has always united us, and now, it's part of the Olympic movement! On this #OlympicDay, let's celebrate the power of sport to inspire, connect, and uplift. Invite your +1 for a walk, a run, or a game of cricket, and take a step towards a stronger, healthier India. Together, let's keep moving forward on our journey to bring the Olympic Games home!" Shah shared on social media. The 'Let's Move?' campaign encourages everyone to invite a "+1" to participate in activities like walking, running, dancing, or skipping, and share their experiences on social media using @Olympics #LetsMove. "Cricket has joined the Olympic movement- a historic leap for our beloved sport! This #OlympicDay, let's celebrate the power of sports to connect and inspire. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading gold CFDs with one of the lowest spreads? IC Markets Learn More Undo Through the #LetsMove campaign, we invite you to pick your +1 and move - whether it's a walk, a run, or a game of cricket. Together, we can build a healthier, more united India, because when we move together, we move better. Let's make our dream a reality - Olympics in India!" BCCI posted on social media. Cricket will return to the Olympics at Los Angeles 2028, after its only previous appearance at the Paris Games in 1900. The sport was included following an IOC meeting in Mumbai in October 2023. Cricket joins other new sports at LA28 including baseball/softball, flag football, lacrosse, and squash. Jasprit Bumrah press conference: Lashes out at critics, dropped catches and no balls Cricket at the LA Olympics will feature six teams each in men's and women's competitions. The T20 format has been featured in other multi-sport events, including the Asian Games in 2010, 2014, and 2023 for both men's and women's competitions, and the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games for women's competition. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Scoop
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Scoop
Kids And Olympians Celebrate Olympic Day Planting Over 1000 Trees
Olympians past and present today joined forces with Brookby School children to plant native trees in aid of the Papakura Stream Restoration Project for Olympic Day. Along with a group from Conservation Volunteers New Zealand, 1375 trees were planted along the Papakura Stream's banks, aiming to improve water quality, biodiversity, and ecological resilience in the area. Read more on the Papakura Stream Restoration Project here: The tree planting initiative was part of the International Olympic Committee's Olympic Day 'Let's Move' campaign. The 'Let's Move' campaign highlights themes of'Move', 'Learn', and 'Discover' and aims to inspire young people to be active, explore new ideas, and connect with nature. Today's planting was the brainchild of the New Zealand Olympians Commission. Commission Chair, Chantal Brunner, said events like today's tree planting helped connect Olympians with communities and bring to life the themes of 'Let's Move'. 'Our goal is to inspire young people and share our stories. Sport is a powerful force for good, not just on the field, but in our schools, our neighbourhoods and our environment,' said Brunner. 'Adding asustainability element to our Olympic Day celebrations is a way to give back to the places where we move, train, and grow. Today has been about protecting our environment and creating a legacy for future generations,' she said. Two-time Olympian, Olympic Ambassador and Tokyo 2020 bronze medalist, Dylan Schmidt opened the morning by sharing the highs and lows of chasing his Olympic dream. 'I've really enjoyed sharing my story at schools across the country as part of the Olympic Ambassador Programme. It's been awesome to come back to where I spent a lot of time growing up, connect with the kids and get stuck into some tree planting to make a tangible difference in the area,' said Schmidt. Three-time Olympian and Rio 2016 silver medalist, Molly Meech, who is completing her Masters of Sustainable Development Goals – Environmental Sustainability, said it was heart-warming to see the kids eager to be out planting trees and helping in their local environment. 'Sailing is a sport so connected to the environment and nature so to be out here today and part of this awesome initiative has been really special. I was a little bit rusty [with the tree planting] at first, but we soon got into the swing of it - the kids in our group did a great job, we had to request more trees to plant so that's always a good sign!" The Olympians and school kids were ably guided by a group from Conservation Volunteers New Zealand who have been working with local farmers and landowners since 2021 to restore the health of the Papakura Stream. Conservation Volunteers New Zealand's Siobhan O'Grady said while this is an 'extremely long-term project,' days like today help spread the message of conservation in the community. 'It's great to have local school kids involved in a project that's happening right here in their backyard,' she said. 'We loved having the Olympians along to get stuck into the mahi and shine a light on the work we're doing here - once our nursey gets up and running, we're hopeful of planting 50,000 trees a year to continue to improve the ecosystem of the Papakura Stream.' Olympic Day: Olympic Day is a global movement that unites people of all ages and backgrounds through the power of sport. On June 23, millions of people around the world take part in activities that reflect the Olympic Values of Excellence, Friendship, and Respect. In recent years the International Olympic Committee has introduced the 'Let's Move' campaign, a global movement born from Olympic Day that encourages people to move more, every day. 'Let's Move' is about creating meaningful impact in people's daily lives through three key themes:Move, Learn, and Discover. Moveencourages people to be active in ways that are fun and accessible, whether it's running, jumping, dancing, or planting trees. Learnis about understanding the Olympic Values and how they can guide people to be better teammates and active members in their communities. Discoverinvites people to explore new sports, new ideas and new ways to connect with others and with nature.
Hindustan Times
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
India ready to host 2036 Olympics: Delhi CM
Chief minister Rekha Gupta and Union minister of youth affairs and sports Mansukh Mandaviya flagged off the Olympic Day run on Sunday from the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in south Delhi. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and Union minister Mansukh Mandivya during the Olympic Day run on Sunday. (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo) 'Today's Olympic Day celebration and run in Delhi brought me immense joy, as thousands of Delhi residents participated enthusiastically in it. Under the leadership of the Prime Minister, the nation is continuously progressing towards better sports infrastructure and facilities for athletes. Delhi and the entire country are prepared to host the 2036 Olympic Games. We hope the global community grants us this honour to host the event, and India is ready to organise the tournament with full dedication,' Gupta said during the run, which was organised under the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) 'Let's Move' campaign aimed at promoting fitness and inclusiveness. Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha was also present at the event on Sunday. Later in the day, Mandaviya led the Fit India Sunday on Cycle campaign to promote health and environmental awareness. 'Let's move! Participated in the Olympic Day Run 2025 program with Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta and IOA president PT Usha. Under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, India is striving to host the Olympics in the country in 2036. Every step of ours is making this resolve stronger,' Mandaviya posted on X in Hindi. Meanwhile, CM Gupta went on to participate in the Sri Jagannath Rath Yatra held at Kamla Nagar on Sunday, where she joined hundreds of devotees in the tradition of pulling the chariot carrying Lord Jagannath. In a post on X, the Delhi CM wrote, 'Pulling the chariot is not just a religious ritual, but a divine medium of serving the Lord and social welfare, which leads us towards spiritual purity and the path of true duty. Rath Yatra is a symbol of India's cultural unity, social harmony and the unique power of eternal traditions.' 'Millions of salutations to the feet of Lord Shri Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Mother Subhadra ji. By participating in the holy Rath Yatra of Lord Shri Jagannath Ji organised in Kamala Nagar, Delhi, the mind and soul experienced amazing peace, energy and joy,' she added.
