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Claudine Longet, the French singer and actress who was at the centre of a manslaughter trial after she was charged with the fatal shooting of her Olympic skier boyfriend, has died aged 84.

The 1976 shooting effectively ended the star’s career in showbusiness

Allison Hill, CEO of the American Booksellers Association, often hears people express sympathy for her role, assuming bookstores are disappearing. However, independent bookstores are actually thriving. Membership in the association

Allison Hill, CEO of the American Booksellers Association, often hears people express sympathy for her role, assuming bookstores are disappearing. However, independent bookstores are actually thriving.

Allison Hill, CEO of the American Booksellers Association, often hears people express sympathy for her role, assuming bookstores are disappearing. However, independent bookstores are actually thriving. Membership in the association

“We’re hoping people whose curiosity is piqued by the new Barnes and Noble will walk down the street,” a book store owner said, “and pop into our bookstore.”

Allison Hill, CEO of the American Booksellers Association, often hears people express sympathy for her role, assuming bookstores are disappearing

Milli Vanilli and Morris Day have announced they will not perform at “The Great American State Fair” in Washington’s National Mall. This comes a day after the White House-affiliated Freedom 250 announced the lineup for June and July. Young MC also said he won’t perform, citing concerns about the politics of the event. Freedom 250 has not responded to requests for comment. Other scheduled performers include the Commodores, Flo Rida, and Martina McBride. President Trump launched Freedom 250 last year to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday. The organization describes itself as non-partisan.

A day after the President Trump-affiliated Freedom 250 announced performers for “The Great American State Fair,” several acts have pulled out. (AP Photo)

Bret Michaels, the Commodores and Martina McBride have announced they are withdrawing from the event.