Sharon Jones, Dap-Kings singer and soul revival icon, dies aged 60

Sharon Jones, Dap-Kings singer and soul revival icon, dies aged 60

American soul singer Sharon Jones died on 18 November aged 60. Jones had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2013. Jones is famed for her role in the soul revival movement with her band the Dap-Kings. Jones sang for decades in gospel bands but fame finally came in 2002 when Dap-Kings released their debut album. Six more albums followed including the Grammy-nominated Give the People What they Want in 2014. On social media, thousands of fans paid tribute to the singer and her incredible voice. Nov 19, 2016
Magic in the skies: Disney Springs Christmas drone show

Magic in the skies: Disney Springs Christmas drone show

Walt Disney resorts and parks have collaborated with Intel to create a new type of entertainment for their guests; aerial drone shows, which are to take place across the holiday season. The show will mark the U.S. public debut of the Intel Shooting Star drone, which is a new type of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) specifically designed for entertainment purposes such as festivals, air and light shows. Nov 17, 2016
MP Jo Coxs murderer begins trial

MP Jo Coxs murderer begins trial

Thomas Mair, the man who shot and repeatedly stabbed MP Jo Cox a week before the country was to vote in Junes EU Referendum, is set to begin his trial on 14 November. The trial is to be held at Londons Old Bailey. Nov 14, 2016