Bobby J Brown, US actor known for The Wire, dies aged 62

Bobby J Brown, US actor known for The Wire, dies aged 62

Brown, third member of hit HBO series to die since December, was trapped in barn fire while trying to jumpstart car at home The Wire actor Bobby J Brown died recently in a barn fire at his Maryland home, making him the third cast member of the acclaimed HBO show to pass away since December. According to authorities and a statement on social media from his daughter, Reina, the 62-year-old Brown had gone into a barn at his residence in the St Mary’s county community of Chaptico at about 10pm on 24 February to try to jumpstart a car. It evidently ignited during the attempt, and Brown asked his wife for a fire extinguisher. Continue reading...

Dual Gomes goals ensure Wolves beat Aston Villa and unwanted points record

Dual Gomes goals ensure Wolves beat Aston Villa and unwanted points record

At the end of the season, how costly might this untimely slip prove for Aston Villa? Judging by the way Unai Emery fumed on the touchline, this defeat by near neighbours Wolves will hurt for a while yet and, significantly, it could have major implications on their hopes of returning to the Champions League. Wolves understandably savoured every moment of just their second Premier League win of the season, every outfield player joining the celebrations as João Gomes fired in his first goal in a year just after the hour, and then again joyously when Rodrigo Gomes made it 2-0 in the 98th minute. The win meant Wolves at least can say they have beaten Derby’s record Premier League low points tally of 11 from 2007-08. Continue reading...