Start your day off right with five things you need to know this morning.
One of the founders of Monty Python and beloved comedian Terry Jones has passed away. Jones, who had dementia, died at the age of 77, his agent confirmed. While it doesn’t come as a huge shock because of his illness, his death has still shaken up the entertainment world and led to many tributes and people sharing their favourite works of his.
Terry Jones, a founding member of Monty Python and a beloved comedian, screenwriter, film director, poet, historian and author, has died. He was 77. Details: https://t.co/Pu3D8lvJXK
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) January 22, 2020
Six days after the province basically came to a standstill, Newfoundland’s largest airport reopened early this morning. The planes started flying again at 5 am as the city continues to ease its way out of what you could basically call lockdown mode. Taxi companies were also allowed to resume commercial operations at midnight today.
Woke up early to capture the chaos at the St. John’s airport...
— Brett Ruskin (@Brett_CBC) January 22, 2020
The only sound here is check-in counter staff swapping baked goods recipes. pic.twitter.com/FRqzVu3pqG
The Antonio Brown saga continued on Tuesday. A large police presence outside Brown’s Hollywood home ended in the arrest of the wide receiver’s trainer, Glen Holt. It’s alleged that a moving truck driver was assaulted by both Holt and Brown, but attempts to reach the former Pittsburgh Steelers’ star were unsuccessful.
Antonio Brown’s trainer Glen Holt was arrested for felony burgulary & battery this afternoon. The moving truck driver said he was battered by Holt & Antonio Brown. Officers tried to contact Brown but were unsuccessful. It’s an ongoing investigation. Story: https://t.co/jxhB7V1chh
— Cameron Wolfe (@CameronWolfe) January 22, 2020
At least five people are dead in Spain after the country was battered by deadly storm Gloria. Not only has there been damage to beach facilities, power outages and flooded roads, but these roads are also filling up with sea foam in some areas. The unprecedented storm has brought a half-year’s-worth of rain, eight-metre waves and 80 mph winds to the country’s coast.
Vídeo en exclusiva de Tossa de Mar. La veritat l'escuma aquesta no fa gaire gràcia. pic.twitter.com/1hkGDEWIhh
— JOAN JORDANA (@jordana_joan) January 21, 2020
As temperatures drop close to the freezing mark in Florida, a weird phenomenon is happening. Iguanas are falling from trees. It’s because they’re cold-blooded lizards, which means they slow down and stiffen up in temperatures this cold, causing them to lose grip of trees. Floridians are being reminded that if they see this, the animal is not dead and to leave it be.
"Don't be surprised if you see iguanas falling from the trees tonight," the Miami National Weather Service office tweeted. When iguanas' bodies go dormant, they appear to fall from the sky. And since they're large, it can be dangerous if one lands on you. https://t.co/8M4WHu8X80
— CNN (@CNN) January 22, 2020
Notable Birthdays (via Famous Birthdays)
Logic (30), Guy Fieri (52), Diane Lane (55), DJ Jazzy Jeff (55), Josh Duncan (29)
