Retired Pope Benedict XVI dies at 95
He is remembered as a staunch conservative who opposed modernizing reforms and as the first pope to step down since the 15th century.
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In memoriam: Female trailblazers who leapt over barriers to fight for their sisters
They were pioneers in their fields, working to improve the health and lives of other women and paving the way for other female scientists.
Best-selling horror writer Peter Straub has died
Straub was 79. He was known for his supernatural themes, including Ghost Story, The Hellfire Club and, in collaboration with Stephen King, The Talisman.
Renowned classical pianist and conductor Lars Vogt has died at 51
Vogt died "surrounded by his family after a battle with cancer," according to a statement from his representatives.
Former presidential pastry chef Roland Mesnier dies at age 78
Roland Mesnier served as the White House pastry chef for 25 years under five different presidents. Mesnier died last week at age 78.
Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, who helped end the Cold War, has died
Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, who played a pivotal role in the end of the Cold War, has died at the age of 91 in Moscow.
Reflecting on Mikhail Gorbachev's life and achievements
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul (mc-FAWL) about the legacy of former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, who died yesterday in Moscow at 91.
Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev has died at 91
Gorbachev was the Soviet Union's last leader and played a central role in ending the Cold War. The hospital that treated him said he died of a serious and protracted disease.
The life and legacy of former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev
According to various Russian state media accounts, former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, who played a pivotal role in ending the Cold War, died after a prolonged illness in Moscow at age 91.
Remembering the man behind the Trapper Keeper
E. Bryant Crutchfield, the inventor of the Trapper Keeper, died this month at age 85.