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Smash Mouth lead singer Steve Harwell has week left to live

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2 years ago

September 4, 2023

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Steve Harwell, the 56-year-old lead singer of the iconic band Smash Mouth, is currently in hospice care, with just a few days left to live, according to a spokesperson for the band.

Harwell is in the final stages of liver failure, following a period of medical treatment at a hospital, as reported by Entertainment Weekly.

Over the past three days, family and friends have been visiting Harwell, as he has been given the grim prognosis of having “only a week or so to live,” according to sources.

The spokesperson emphasised the need for privacy during this challenging period for Harwell and his family.

This tragic news comes after several years of severe health challenges for the musician. Harwell’s health struggles became evident when he collapsed onstage during a concert in Urbana, Illinois, in August 2016.

Subsequently, in the following year, the band had to postpone several shows due to Harwell’s hospitalisation, as he experienced breathing difficulties during a sound check before a performance in Memphis, Tennessee.

Steve Harwell, a founding member of Smash Mouth, known for chart-topping hits like “I’m a Believer” and “All Star,” initially announced a hiatus from the band in October 2021.

His representative informed TMZ that he was grappling with heart failure and cardiomyopathy, conditions diagnosed in 2015.

Soon after, Harwell officially retired from Smash Mouth due to persistent medical issues, including acute Wernicke’s encephalopathy, a disorder affecting motor functions. His journey has also been marked by battles with addiction.

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Israel and Hamas agree to landmark hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

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20 hours ago

October 10, 2025

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Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages under a U.S.-brokered framework. The deal pairs prisoner exchanges with an Israeli troop pullback and expanded aid access, marking a potential turning point in the two-year Gaza conflict.

The agreement, set for approval by Israel’s cabinet, could pave the way for lasting peace if both sides uphold the terms. It follows weeks of negotiations led by U.S. envoys and regional mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye.

As international agencies prepare to facilitate aid and logistics, the world watches to see whether this fragile deal can hold and bring relief to millions affected by the war.

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Google leads Australia media tax rankings

Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

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2 days ago

October 9, 2025

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Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.

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