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On Aug. 21, 1989, Garth Brooks released 'If Tomorrow Never Comes,' the ballad that became his first No. 1 and a cornerstone of his career. Co-written with Kent Blazy, it topped the country chart on Dec. 9, 1989. The song’s plainspoken message about love and mortality cut through early industry doubts and helped launch Brooks toward record-shattering success.

Katharine, Duchess of Kent, has died at 92, Buckingham Palace said. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. Known for stepping back from royal duties to teach music, she also chose to stop using her HRH title in 2002. A familiar face at Wimbledon for decades, she is survived by the Duke of Kent and their three children. Tributes from across the royal family praised her compassion and work with young people.