The Times“If you sit quietly on the International Space Station you can hear little bits of debris ricochet off the armour of the hull Sometimes they hit the window and leave a ding.” Having experienced for himself the threat posed by the growing clouds of metallic junk orbiting our planet the retired Canadian astronaut who achieved fame as the guitar-playing commander of the International Space Station (ISS) has an ally in the King in his quest to clear it up “He contacted me to work with his team called the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) to try and draft Astra Carta,” Hadfield said Taking inspiration from Magna Carta and Carta de Foresta the 13th-century documents that enshrined the rule of law and granted public access 16 April 2025 | Tennis Victoria Congratulations to Hadfield Tennis Club who has been honoured as our Affiliate of the Month for April Hadfield Tennis Club has been recognised for its proactive efforts to increase female participation With only 10% of their female members playing competition the club identified the need for a more welcoming and accessible entry point for women the committee applied for a grant to run a beginner-friendly the club developed a 12-week program designed to build confidence and community through weekly Sunday morning sessions led by a female coach Alex and Fevzi from the club played key roles—engaging local women Their efforts led to the program being fully booked before it was officially advertised A WhatsApp group was also created to encourage participants to stay connected and organise extra practice Club members helped by supervising children and assisting during lessons to ensure participants felt welcome and supported The program launched with a morning tea and will wrap up with another to celebrate progress Phase 2 of the program may include further skills workshops Hadfield’s initiative is a great example of how local clubs can drive inclusion and community engagement in tennis returns to Australia in 2025 for a tour filled with captivating space imagery is set to make a much-anticipated return to Australia in July 2025 Renowned for his remarkable contributions to space exploration captivating audiences with his unique insights and experiences from beyond our atmosphere titled “Chris Hadfield’s Guide to the Cosmos,” promises to offer attendees an awe-inspiring exploration of discovery through never-before-seen space imagery of Earth With scheduled events across major cities including Perth the tour will combine an array of personal anecdotes and a showcase of Hadfield’s musical talent with all tickets on sale on Thursday February 20th whose career includes serving as a spaceship commander and becoming the first Canadian to walk in space Some of his notable missions include facilitating the docking of the Space Shuttle Atlantis with the Mir space station and installing the Canadarm2—a robotic system—on the International Space Station (ISS) during his time on STS-100 Hadfield has also made a name for himself as a best-selling author and a motivational speaker engaging audiences worldwide with his narratives and insights He aims to continue this engagement through his upcoming tour “Join me for my Journey to the Cosmos Tour where we’ll explore the wonders of space share stories from my time as an astronaut and connect through music and conversation,” Hadfield shared “I’ll present never-before-seen space imagery of Earth I’ll share gripping personal stories insights into cutting-edge space technologies and my unique perspective on where we are in human history I look forward to sharing my stories with Australian fans of all ages!” Chris Hadfield’s influence extends beyond his space missions; he is known for his ability to convey the complexities of space in an accessible and exciting way His contributions have been vital in inspiring a new generation of scientists and ordinary people fascinated by the cosmos The tour is not just an opportunity to learn about space from a seasoned astronaut but also a chance to engage directly with Hadfield Attendees will have the chance to ask questions Friday 27 June             Perth                Riverside PCECSaturday 28 June        Sydney             State TheatreSunday 29 June          Brisbane           Royal ICCTuesday 1 July             Melbourne       Hamer HallThursday 3 July          Adelaide          Adelaide Convention Centre Tickets on pre sale from Tuesday 18 February, 9am local time via https://fane.com.au/shows/chris-hadfields-guide-to-the-cosmos/ General on sale tickets will be available from 9am local time Tickets Available via https://fane.com.au/shows/chris-hadfields-guide-to-the-cosmos/ Over 100 South Australian wine producers are showcasing their best to international importers this.. 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Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience For Hadfield, reading has long been more than a pastime, but a lens through which to make sense of the world. On her Substack and Instagram she shares her literary universe with the same understated honesty that has always defined her work by inviting readers not merely to escape into novels Hadfield’s reading preferences have quietly evolved over the years Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging that captured her imagination; today her shelves house the layered works of Toni Morrison She doesn’t credit a single book with changing her life cumulative impact of stories that have expanded her way of seeing things she’s deep in A Staggering Work of Heartbreaking Genius by Dave Eggers while favourites like Bonfire of the Vanities and Monstrilio remain perennial touchstones Whether she’s curled up on her sofa or settled into a sun-drenched café window Hadfield approaches reading with a rare blend of tenderness and rigour we speak to Lizzy Hadfield on the books that have shaped her path A Staggering Work of Heartbreaking Genius by Dave Eggers A post shared by @buffys__ Not a character but Annie Ernaux writes about women’s lives and experiences in the most incredible way A post shared by @buffys__ I used to love Angus Thongs and Full Frontal Snogging I remember how much I laughed the first time I read it A post shared by Lizzy Hadfield (@lizzyhadfield) It’s not too guilty because I think he is a great writer Enter your details below to receive 30% off Amber Sceats jewellery Sometimes the most meaningful time spent together looks like getting cosy on the couch for hours of on-screen joy The call of our couch and some highly binge-able TV has never been stronger +61 2 9293 0999 RUSSH.com is published by RUSSH Media Pty Ltd Try a different filter or a new search keyword Streaming and Download help Redeem code supported by 15 fans who also own “Speaking In Tongues” enough for years of fullfilling studies for the curious ones like me and crisp production render the Brooklyn trumpeter and composer's jazz compositions simple supported by 14 fans who also own “Speaking In Tongues” Bandcamp Daily  your guide to the world of Bandcamp Young’s Pioneering “Isophonic Boogie Woogie” Backxwash joins the show to discuss her recent release The 2025 season is just around the corner so EDFL Media will be previewing each club heading into Round One we chat to Hadfield coach Andrew Beever who provides some insights on their 2025 campaign "Our main focus has been to train like it's gameday which we have implemented into our match sim and also our latest practice matches I did my research and asked people who knew our list what Hadfield were like to play against and my thought process has been to make our strengths even stronger I've been really impressed with how the boys have bought into our gameday scenarios." "I can't take any credit for our recruiting as the job was well under way by the time I came in but if I'm honest when I saw how the club had started recruiting it was a massive reason for jumping on board It's not every day where you recruit key backs like Johnny Lindon and Nick Gooch "We've added some top end talent with guys like Michael Graham and Jack Slavich so I'd say we are in good shape The kids coming through from Marae Moustafa's premiership-winning 18s are ones to watch which is exciting." He is in his second year at the club and is a culture piece He has been training as a ruck with Rhys Gleisner and his toughness in the air is quite intimidating He's already told the boys he's the Mark Blicavs of the comp so I think he's happy in his role who have adapted brilliantly to senior footy and showed what they are capable of "Our skipper Ryan Potter is fit and healthy which is a bonus." "We recently had a Sunday where we got together and spoke openly about what we are it was player driven and the buy in was something I'm super proud to be a part of "It was great to hear different voices like Cornwell and Lucas Brown step up and drive our new standard." "We all want to play finals and to have over 35 to 40 on the track over pre-season shows the boys are keen to be as good as possible I want them to believe we can play the footy we want to and to enjoy it If I can crystal ball it and see the boys are happy at the end of the season Michael Pell bleeds Hadfield and I couldn't respect him more for what he's doing He has been a supporter of mine from the second we first spoke on the phone Jack Slavich and Johnny Lindon haven't turned up to training with a top on since they walked in the door in November Player most likely to become a coach one day I've had about 45 players tell me how we can play so there are 45 coaches in waiting Mo Ali – very cheeky young boy which I love He's told me at least 87 times that he's trained with Peter Bol and the way he runs Who’s one opposition player you’d love on your side I first met Northern Saints captain Anthony Petrocco when I was at Pascoe Vale He was a great kid and I'm stoked to see him now as a young leader What match are you most looking forward to in 2025 and why I couldn't be prouder of what Flav has done at West We are both looking forward to the challenge I will be down a mate if I don't say Westmeadows Consistency was an issue for Hadfield in 2024 with some strong wins against quality opposition and some big losses the other way The Hawks have worked to add to their top-end talent and build their depth to hopefully bridge the gap between their best and worst footy and Jake Polizzi receiving support from new recruits and burgeoning youth you'd think the Hawks would have their eye on finals action Broadway Off-Broadway Off-Off Broadway Cabaret Dance Opera Classical Music Minneapolis / St. Paul Connecticut Atlanta Chicago Los Angeles Central New York WEST END UK Regional Canada Australia / New Zealand Europe Asia Latin America Africa / Middle East TV/Movies Music Colonel Chris Hadfield – acclaimed astronaut, test pilot, spacewalker, spaceship commander, and best-selling author – will return to Australia in June 2025 for a journey into the majesty of our planet and the vast universe beyond. In this visually stunning event, Chris will present never-before-seen space imagery of Earth, the Moon, Mars, and more, in an awe-inspiring exploration of discovery.  Tickets on pre sale from Tuesday 18 February, 9am local time. General on sale tickets will be available from 9am local time, Thursday 20 February. Friday 27 June             Perth               Riverside PCEC Saturday 28 June        Sydney             State Theatre Sunday 29 June          Brisbane          Royal ICC Tuesday 1 July            Melbourne      Hamer Hall Thursday 3 July           Adelaide          Adelaide Convention Centre Due to popular demand, Lime Cordiale and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra have announced a third live concert experience for Melbourne in September. Learn more here! More cast members have been announced for the 40th Anniversary Australian tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical CATS. Learn more about the show here! 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Privacy Policy The best local news sent straight to your inbox every workday Make a donation and support the future of journalism and media diversity in the ACT Fyshwick artist Margaret Hadfield has carried off the $6000 SOHO Art Prize for 2025 it plays a dual role in sustaining life and driving our nation’s unique character.” was inspired in part by her Dutch seafaring ancestry and also by an art-teaching cruise around South America and Antarctica provided “the perfect combination for focusing on the magical light on the sea” which means a winning artist is free to sell their work – this one comes with a price tag of $7700 Best known as the inaugural winner of the Gallipoli Art Prize in 2006 Hadfield was also the founder of the Artists’ Shed in Fyshwick ​The finalists’ works will be on public display at SOHO galleries 150 Edgecliff Road there’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in Canberra If you trust our work online and want to enforce the power of independent voices Every dollar of support is invested back into our journalism to help keep citynews.com.au strong and free Become a supporter Discounted venue fees to international concert tours is part of a NSW government plan to help state's struggling live music industry. MICHAEL WILSON reviews Finlandia, the finale of the Canberra International Music Festival 2025. "The sounds of each piece rolled into the next work leaving listeners confused. And the production lacked professionalism and polish." IAN McLEAN is disappointed at the Canberra International Music Festival's Cycles and Variations concert. Make a donation and support the future of journalism and media diversity in the ACT. Get CityNews in your inbox. Daily. The best local news sent straight to your inbox every workday! Play Duration: 16 minutes 45 seconds16m Brought to you by Sports Broadcaster and Author Warwick Hadfield joined Dom Knight on Nightlife to discuss the Melbourne Cup, Australia's victory over Pakistan in the one-day match at the MCG, and the explosive teenage sensation Gout Gout. Jockey Robbie Dolan kisses the 2024 Melbourne Cup Trophy after riding Knights Choice to victory in race 7, the Lexus Melbourne Cup during the 2024 Melbourne Cup at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne, Tuesday, November 5, 2024.(AAP: James Ross) Published: YesterdaySun 4 May 2025 at 12:00pm Download the ABC listen app to hear more of your favourite podcasts Locals living in the area surrounding Hadfield Street are up in arms at the East Gippsland Shire Council claiming they have been given little time to respond to a proposed community housing development Residents in the area of Hadfield Street and Princess Highway are up in arms at the East Gippsland Shire Council saying they have been given little to no time to respond to a community housing development proposed in their part of town According to nearby resident Arthur Waterton a community housing project is proposed on a parcel of land (Hadfield Reserve) that has been a safe place the local children to play and kick the footy for more than 40 years Council gave notice to the local residents on July 9 Concerned residents can give feedback up until August 2 lazy and poorly thought out,” he said “It has the feel of needing to be rammed through procedure with an immediate and direct negative impact on homeowners and residents currently neighbouring the site.” Long term residents Arthur and Kaye Waterton along with a strong group protesting with a petition which has garnered more than 150 signatures cannot believe the shire would consider developing a social housing precinct in a small space accessed by with a single narrow laneway in between homes “I thought councils and councillors had a social and moral responsibility to look after the lives and wellbeing of “ratepayers,” Arthur said “It appears not to be the case with the East Gippsland Shire and at my age and time in life this hair-brain idea of just popping a few dwellings into a secluded space that has been a safe playground for local kids for so long is a very stressful proposal and not well considered.” The protesting residents believe council has been secretive about what they wish to do with the land Their collective view is that its unreasonable to remove the reserve with minimal consultation with the potentially affected residents of the area but this area is simply not ideal and perhaps a social housing precinct would be better positioned where services are closer for new residents,” Arthur said “Our existing local residents’ group strongly disagree with any permit application by the shire to develop what they have known historically as their reserve where children safely play “Unfortunately a gate has been placed across the laneway entrance on Hadfield Street limiting free access to the local community kids.” Members of the group said they have found it difficult to provide feedback when they have no or little information about the proposal They are calling on councillors to visit their neighbourhood to see for themselves what council administrators have proposed Cr Tom Crook said the sale of the Hadfield Reserve and possible development proposal strives to achieve the best outcomes for communities “We are experiencing a housing crisis and the need for additional affordable housing is more prevalent now than ever before,” he said “One positive way we can make an impact as a council is through the provision of land to support affordable housing © 2024 James Yeates | All Rights Reserved The Essendon District Football League is pleased to announce the Hadfield Football Club has become a Women and Girls Chartered Club The Women and Girls Community Football Charter is a commitment to work towards making Community Football environments welcoming Head here for more information on the Women and Girls Community Football Charter Just two weeks after news that Fyshwick artist Margaret Hadfield had won the $6000 SOHO Art Prize for 2025 has been announced as one of the 32 finalists in the 20th annual Gallipoli Art Prize of which she was the inaugural winner in 2006 is sponsored by the Gallipoli Memorial Club in Sydney invites artists to respond to the themes of loyalty some depict contemporary servicemen and others are inspired by relatives who have served in the armed forces a reference to the Australian war horses who were left behind at Gallipoli Cove “Although I didn’t attend a dawn service at Wimbie Beach [They] sent me some images to enlighten me Today everything is videoed or photographed I have included the reference to social media and to images of people looking at phones.” Hadfield said she had used her friends and her daughter Kerrie as models following an en plein air session at Wimbie Beach last year is another ACT entrant to make the short list Cusack has been singled out for her work Pop Martin – a life shaped by war which portrays her great-grandfather Augustus Edwin Martin Fluent in French from having grown up in New Caledonia he wanted to join the French forces but actually enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force and was assigned to the 9th Artillery Brigade The winner of the Gallipoli Art Prize will be announced on April 16 in Sydney then the works will be at 6-8 Atherden Street All 2025 Gallipoli Art Prize finalist works are here. This painting of Wimbie Beach Dawn ANZAC service is a wondy representation of this very special ANZAC event Discounted venue fees to international concert tours is part of a NSW government plan to help state's struggling live music industry the finale of the Canberra International Music Festival 2025 "The sounds of each piece rolled into the next work leaving listeners confused And the production lacked professionalism and polish." IAN McLEAN is disappointed at the Canberra International Music Festival's Cycles and Variations concert demonstrating an early commitment to public service an eighteen-year-old Luke ran as an ungrouped independent candidate in the 2012 NSW Local Government Elections Luke relocated to Canberra to pursue higher education at the University of Canberra he gained diverse work experience across hospitality it was in the field of real estate where Luke found his true calling His hard work and dedication propelled him to the position of senior agent at an award-winning Canberra firm Despite his professional success in Canberra Luke always felt a deep connection to his roots in Camden Haven he made the heartfelt decision to return home taking up a role as a Licensed Sales Agent for LJ Hooker Laurieton His return was fuelled by a desire to contribute to his beloved community and put down roots in a place that has always been home Luke’s commitment to community service extends beyond his professional duties Recognising the importance of local news and information he eagerly seized the opportunity to contribute to the new local paper aiming to provide Camden Haven with one of its most valued resources Luke enjoys the natural beauty of the local area and the strong sense of community spirit Whether he’s playing a round of golf he cherishes the lifestyle that Camden Haven offers Although still working full time in real estate Luke is eager to know about your stories and looks forward to hearing from you and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) President Andrew Parsons has presented David Hadfield OBE, former President of World Boccia, with his 2023 Paralympic Order at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games The Paralympic Order is the highest and most prestigious accolade anyone can be recognised with by the IPC It is awarded to individuals and organisations who have made an outstanding and long-lasting contribution to the Paralympic Movement Although Hadfield was named as a Paralympic Order recipient last year, he was unable to attend the 2023 IPC General Assembly to collect his accolade. As a result, the IPC President presented him with the award at South Paris Arena, the Paris 2024 boccia venue, following competition on Sunday.      Andrew Parsons, IPC President said: “There is no greater honour as IPC President than to recognise individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Paralympic Movement with the Paralympic Order.  “In just over one decade, David Hadfield spearheaded the transformation of boccia from a small sport within CPISRA to a thriving independent federation and one of the fastest growing Paralympic sports. The evolution of World Boccia thanks to David’s efforts has been nothing short of remarkable.”  The first Paralympic Order was presented in 1994.   In rugby league, Australia has beaten the Kiwis in both the men's and women's Pacific Championship games played in New Zealand yesterday. In tennis, Alex de Minaur's immediate future still in doubt and New Zealand's success in basketball as the Breakers beat the Kings in the NBL. Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.  RN Breakfast news from the world of sport.(Pixabay: public domain) Published: 15h agoSun 4 May 2025 at 10:45pm Published: 15h agoSun 4 May 2025 at 10:30pm Published: 15h agoSun 4 May 2025 at 10:00pm Download the ABC listen app to text and call your favourite live radio In the AFL, can Port Adelaide rise again against the Swans in the preliminary final tonight? In rugby league, will the North Queensland Cowboys make the expensive flights to Sydney worth it for their fans in the NRL tonight? In cricket, important wins for the Australian women's and men's team in separate hemispheres. In netball, the Diamonds too strong for the English Roses in Adelaide last night. In rugby league, this weekend's Pan Pacific Championship game against New Zealand is personal for the Australian men's coach, Mal Meninga. In the AFLW, Hawthorn has put the pressure on North Melbourne for top spot after beating Melbourne last night. In cricket, teenager Lucy Hamilton is missing Schoolies to create history in the WBBL yesterday — as the youngest player to ever to take a five-for in the WBBL. In rugby union, the Wallabies have rattled up a half-century beating Wales in Cardiff this morning 52 - 20. While in the AFLW, the pride of South Australia on show this weekend in the preliminary finals. Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport. Specsavers Canada, a leading eyecare and eyewear provider, has launched a new integrated national marketing campaign with Canadian astronaut and pilot Col. Chris Hadfield. Created specifically for the Canadian market and driven by the brand’s mission to make eyecare and eyewear accessible to all, the new campaign could not have launched at a better time with 42 per cent of Canadians overdue for an eye exam, according to a recent Specsavers survey. Developed by Specsavers’ in-house agency, Specsavers Creative, and Canadian Marketing team, the campaign encourages Canadians to prioritise their eye health, leaning on the brand’s signature light-hearted humour and the shared passion for eye health between Specsavers and Col. Hadfield to engage audiences in this important conversation. Produced over three days in Toronto, the 30-second TV spot 'Mispronounce 2.0,' as well as the standalone 15-second version, expertly bring Specsavers’ trademark comedic brand platform to life, proving a perfect match for Col. Hadfield’s wit and sense of humour. A continuation of the brand previous ad, Mispronounce, both spots open with a customer inside a Specsavers Canada retail store, mispronouncing 'optical coherence tomography' to staff. “Col. Chris Hadfield has always had a natural ability to connect with people,” says Richard James, global creative director of Specsavers Creative. “When developing this campaign, we wanted to find a fun way that allowed him to show up as his authentic self and do what he loves most: storytelling and educating Canadians.” The campaign’s photography style positions Col. Hadfield in his ‘natural element’ as an astronaut: in space, while the green background and lighting are nods to the brand’s familiar warm, knowledgeable, down to earth positioning. Two headlines shape the campaign and connect Col. Hadfield to its purpose of raising eye health awareness and the benefits of OCT to Canadians. “I thought I’d seen it all – then I had an OCT scan” and “Space age tech has landed at Specsavers." The omnichannel campaign lives across broadcast and connected TV, online video, digital and static out-of-home, broadcast and digital radio, digital and social ads, and a campaign landing page on Specsavers.ca. The campaign also features an article in The Globe & Mail in both print and digital, in addition to earned articles across local print and digital outlets. With the intention to reach all Canadians with this campaign to reinforce the importance of regular eye exams, it was vital for Specsavers to reach Canadians where they are with a presence across all platforms, paying special attention to the 45+ audience. The involvement of Canadian hero, Col. Hadfield, enables Specsavers to connect with Canadians in a unique way culturally that the brand hopes will turn attention into action, and ultimately, improved eye health for all Canadians.   Following the September campaign launch, Specsavers is rolling out an exclusive three-part video series featuring Col. Hadfield. In this video series, the Canadian hero shares personal stories from his life in outer space and down here on Earth, including his own eye health journey and experiences. The long-form series, featuring Naomi Barber, clinical services director at Specsavers, alongside Col. Hadfield, will live on Specsavers’ YouTube channel. In rugby league, the re-birth of North Sydney as the Western Bears in Perth came to a crashing halt yesterday.  The Australian Rugby League Commission has rejected the financial aspect of the Perth consortium's bid - but all hope isn't lost.  And In cricket, the Australian bowlers have dominated New Zealand in the Women's T20 World Cup overnight. In rugby league, will self-belief be enough for Tonga in the men's Pacific Championships final this weekend? In rugby union the Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has a big decision to make ahead of this weekend's game against England. Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications InstagramXThreadsSnapchatTikTokYouTubeLAD Entertainment Home> News> Science A former astronaut has shared a worrying prognosis for the world about what could happen if the 2024 YR4 asteroid hits the planet in seven years The now-retired spaceman Chris Hadfield, 65, has put his two pence in the ongoing conversation surrounding what could happen if it really does make a beeline for Earth Currently, it is estimated that the asteroid, which was discovered in Chile on December 27 last year, has a 2.3 percent chance of colliding with our planet Since 2024 YR4 was spotted, there has been a lot of discussion surrounding what would happen if it did hit us, with NASA reportedly making emergency preparations just in case it does Scientists have been sharing their thoughts on the saga, while a list of countries which could be impacted by the huge chunk of rock has also been released There's even simulations of the impact which 2024 YR4 could have - and needless to say Now, Hadfield has shared his expert opinion on the asteroid, which supposedly has the capability to 'destroy cities' due to it's staggering size which is estimated to measure between 40 and 90 meters (130-295 feet) at the moment could pummel into our planet on December 22 As it was first spotted around the festive period and intends to make it's return to us then too, Hadfield is dubbing it 'the Christmas asteroid' rather than 2024 YR4...which I suppose does have a slightly better ring to it During an appearance on LBC this week the former astronaut and engineer explained why this asteroid in particular has caught everyones attention "Because it has a probability of hitting us and doing damage we're really having a good look," he said before explaining that the asteroid is essentially loaded with '7.7 megatons worth of of TNT' "It's about 500 times more powerful than the biggest bomb we exploded during World War 2," Hadfield continued "So think of the destruction we wrought on each other in Hiroshima and Nagasaki...this is 500 times more powerful than that just because of the energy of it coming through the atmosphere causing shockwaves and because of the heating This is a grenade that's 60 metres across." Unlike the atomic bombs that decimated Japan, 2024 YR4 doesn't come with the added threat of radiation - however it still has the potential to cause untold devastation Although Hadfield acknowledged the asteroid is 'just a rock he explained it's speed is the scary thing about it who also served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 25 years went on: "[It's] a collection of stones and rock going 17 kilometres a second The Space Station is only going 8km a second It's going twice as fast as the Space Station Like a bullet zeroing in on Earth from deep space." But like a host of other experts have already explained Hadfield said the chances of it hitting us are slim "The odds are it's going to miss us," he added don't fret people - as the boffins of the world have a backup plan if 2024 YR4 really does want to pay us a visit Topics: NASA, Science, Space, World News, 2024 YR4 Olivia is a journalist at LADbible Group with more than five years of experience and has worked for a number of top publishers She also enjoys writing food reviews (as well as the eating part) but still finds time for a serious documentary Sign In Subscribe Now Exciting things are happening at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre this spring and the Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society is thrilled to bring you an all-new line-up of shows for the 2025-26 season Continuing to inspire the community with an incredible selection of shows ranging from beautiful dance performances to enthralling theatre shows captivating circus performances to diverse music shows and so much more you are invited to the 2025/2026 Season Launch Event where you can hear about this spectacular lineup of upcoming performances On June 22, put your puzzle solving skills to the test with the Locked Theatre you will embark on a journey around the world without ever leaving the Centre solving a series of puzzles to see if you have what it takes to escape Each puzzle you solve will earn you a boarding pass leading you to your final destination to earn not only bragging rights Whether you take the challenge solo or as a team you will use your wit to solve travel-inspired challenges Be a part of a milestone event with the celebration of the Chilliwack Cultural Centre’s 15th anniversary music and imagination collide when Chris Hadfield comes to Chilliwack with Beyond the Sky: An Intimate Evening with Chris Hadfield Presented by Odlum Brown and the Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society on Sept music and inspiration with the renowned astronaut author and musician will be a unique celebration unlike anything you’ve seen before You have the rare opportunity to hear firsthand from one of Canada’s most celebrated space explorers as he shares his extraordinary experiences beyond Earth’s atmosphere To see everything coming up at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre and to reserve your seat, visit chilliwackculturalcentre.ca 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lunit (KRX:328130.KQ) a leading provider of AI-powered solutions for cancer diagnostics and therapeutics today announced the appointment of Craig Hadfield as the new CEO of its subsidiary who currently serves as Volpara's Chief Customer and Financial Officer Craig brings nearly nine years of leadership experience to Volpara where he has played a pivotal role in scaling the company from a startup to an industry leader in breast health solutions and the company's transition to a SaaS-based model Under his leadership as CFO from 2017 to 2024 Volpara's annual recurring revenue grew up to over US$34 million and the company achieved cash flow break-even for the first time in 2023 Craig was also instrumental in Volpara's acquisition by Lunit in 2023 and has since led its customer success and implementation teams "We are confident that Craig's leadership will drive Volpara's continued success and innovation in breast health," said Brandon Suh "His deep understanding of Volpara's business and his proven leadership make him the ideal person to guide the company into its next phase of growth We look forward to his continued success in driving Volpara's mission to advance breast health solutions worldwide."  "I am honored to step into this role and continue leading Volpara's mission to transform breast health through innovative AI-powered solutions," said Craig "Having been part of Volpara's journey for nearly a decade I look forward to working with our talented team and customers to expand our impact and drive even greater value in breast cancer detection and patient care." is a qualified Chartered Accountant and previously held roles at Ernst & Young (EY) and Deloitte before joining Volpara He holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance and an Accounting Higher Diploma from the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg Lunit (KRX:328130.KQ) is a medical AI company on a mission to conquer cancer Lunit harnesses AI-powered medical image analytics and biomarker analysis to ensure accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment for each cancer patient The FDA-cleared Lunit INSIGHT suite for cancer screening serves over 4,800 medical institutions across 55+ countries Lunit clinical studies have been published in top journals including the Journal of Clinical Oncology and the Lancet Digital Health and presented at global conferences such as the ASCO and RSNA Lunit leads the global fight against cancer one of the largest and most advanced outpatient medical imaging providers in the United States today announced the presentation of seven.. Health Care & Hospitals Artificial Intelligence Medical Equipment Medical Pharmaceuticals Do not sell or share my personal information: In the Olympic Rugby Sevens, the Australian men top Pool B after beating the number one ranked team in the world - Argentina In Olympic basketball, the Opals are forced to make a replacement after a hamstring injury to Rebecca Allen. In Olympic football, the Matildas will have to qualify for the medal rounds the hard way after losing to Germany this morning. had to be attached to the floor by a waist harness to allow him to exercise in the designated area pictured working in close quarters with a colleague during a space mission Astronaut Chris Hadfield is one of the world’s most revered astronauts and test pilots and his extraordinary knowledge about living well in space isn’t just applicable outside of earth’s atmosphere the organizational lessons Chris learned whilst living in cramped zero-gravity conditions on board the International Space Station for six months and manning multiple space missions where the crew slept and will truly transform how you streamline and tidy your home I’ve interviewed a lot of professional organizers but these organizing and decluttering tips from Chris bring a truly fascinating and unique perspective Buckle up for Chris’ brilliant advice in three…two…one… the unique conditions aboard the ISS need strict rules and lists to keep things in order which is something you can utilize at home ‘The ISS is an unusual place to live and people are there for six months to a year There’s typically seven people living in a space the size of 7 city buses linked together so it’s quite a different thought process to stay organized.’ One of the things Chris and his crews did to maintain order in this complex temporary home was to have an ‘extremely detailed inventory on board.’ He explains ‘Everything is bar coded or has an RFID so if you are looking for that one thing you can check where it is.’ Delivery vehicles from earth arrived sporadically so the ‘extremely careful filing system’ was a must for organized space living You can employ similar brilliant technology in your home with a QR code labeling system on your storage ideas, even in tiny homes which tells you via an app what items are inside you will need to maintain it for the system to remain efficient he knows exactly where to find what he needs Implementing a strict label system means I haven’t had to reorganize my spice cabinet once in the four years I started using this organizing method Hadfield became the first Canadian to walk in space and the first astronaut to operate the Canadarm became the commander of the International Space Station Catch Chris Hadfield’s upcoming FANE speaking tour, A Journey Into The Cosmos Chris compares living on the space station to a ‘lab meets monastery’ posing a particular set of challenges for functionality ‘Regions of the space station are designated for activities with one table or wall allocated for eating food That’s both for pragmatism and also for the necessary social aspect And then a lot of the station was kept quite pristine for the 200 experiments running.’ Designating different areas for particular activities in your home will help make it multi-functional without the items needed for each causing chaos It will also help you decide on what is helpful to have organizing first is the most important step Once you have the quantity of items living in the room such as a large bookcase dividing the living room to make a playspace In the spirit of his bestselling An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth You Are Here opens a singular window on our planet using remarkable photographs to illuminate the history and consequences of human settlement the magnificence (and wit) of never-before-noticed landscapes and the power of the natural forces shaping our world and the future of our species This book examines the extraordinary life of one of Chris Hadfield from his early life to the six months he spent living in space Discover what the International Space Station is used for and how astronauts like Hadfield train for missions and live there Colonel Chris Hadfield has spent decades training as an astronaut and has logged nearly 4000 hours in space He has broken into a Space Station with a Swiss army knife disposed of a live snake while piloting a plane and been temporarily blinded while clinging to the exterior of an orbiting spacecraft He has prepared for the worst- and enjoyed every moment of it If you find you have lots of ‘stuff’ in your home and it’s hard to keep things organized try finding the common resources you can share with others in your household Astronaut Chris says resource sharing is common on the space station ‘We had a common resource of clothing as not everybody brings their own clothes on board All standard items of clothing were provided and it was like a discount store Our clothes stayed clean because it’s a clean environment You can wear the same shirt for months in space and it’s clean your clothes just hang on you and last a long time We wear them till we throw them out.’ Unfortunately, the same can’t be said of clothes on earth, and can lead to a need to do laundry every day but the sharing of common resources is a brilliant tip Chris says the crew shared something surprisingly vital on the ISS your sinus never drains and that mutes your taste your sinuses are all clogged up and your tongue is swollen Bright flavors found in hot sauces and wasabi were always in our communal cupboards.’ Ben Soreff, professional organizer adds that resource sharing is helpful in busy households. He says, 'There are numerous household items that work for everyone using one space. For example, all cleaning supplies Most basic medical and health items can be shared across family members Almost everything in the kitchen is suitable to share with all family members Holiday decor typically belongs to everyone.' Create a shared storage station by installing shelves in a communal area and using uniform storage cubes such as this set of six for easily shared resources Give each box a category so everyone in the house can keep the system tidy you are probably already using activity rituals at home and building on this can boost organizational efficiency always putting your clean laundry away before you get into bed or always picking up new mail and putting in a certain spot Chris says activity rituals are a vital element of living and working in space whilst staying organized ‘We have rituals to keep regular cadence of life including arrival and departure like a naval ship We keep a brass bell so you can ring the bell for a ship arriving and departing and you put up the emblems of your mission to maintain that feeling of specialness and tradition You are not earthlings anymore when you’re in space and earth becomes a collective ‘what did earth say today?’’ Rituals back down on earth may not be as meaningful and poignant but they can be crucial to nailing down your home’s organizational functions For instance, if you always do a closing down shift, tidying up your home before going to bed it can reduce overwhelm and stress as you’ll wake up to a tidy living room organized bedroom and a clear and clean kitchen sink If a task takes less than two minutes to do Don't write it down or leave it for later.' Having a small dedicated space for new mail means you can't leave it too long before having to file away your paperwork or permanently cover sensitive data and recycle ‘It’s a very scrupulously scheduled existence down to five-minute increments for the entire six months there is a schedule across your screen for everyone with mission control teams across continents It’s a habit Chris has very much brought home Then I don’t need to worry and I can make the best use of my life I don’t want to lead a haphazard or inefficient life I only get 30,000 days and I don’t want to waste it.’ Astronaut Chris Hadfield on a space walk(Image credit: CSA / NASA / Chris Hadfield)Chris Hadfield floating in space(Image credit: CSA / NASA/ Chris Hadfield)I can attest that our interview ran to a tight schedule and as we were approaching the end Chris agreed to the four extra minutes he could spare If, like me, you live in chronic pain or have chronic fatigue, illness or mobility issues to contend with, adaptive pacing will help manage tasks without injury or flares and it starts with finding your baseline by keeping a detailed diary or clear out the attic where themed items are taking up valuable storage space we collectively choose which holidays we’re going to honor.’ such as Iranian New Year to mark the spring equinox We allocated space in our attic to store the necessary items so they’re not under our feet all year They are safe and well and out of the way till we need them there is a knack to it and it starts with mindset though it’s important to understand why our sentimental items hold such value ‘I think having an orderly and productive existence that you take pride in is important Touches of home and memories that are important to you hold value Find a way to be comfortable where you are and don’t let the place define you.’ He advises considering what you are going to put on the wall and how you will make it your own ‘but not in a way that inconveniences anybody else.’ You have to find a way that is comfortable and productive for yourself and that makes you look forward to getting into your space You can apply the same sense of ownership in your home by understanding ‘How does the heating or electricity work When I asked Chris about the most important things he learned about keeping your living area tidy ‘Expeditionary behavior: your actions affect other people,’ he said where the consequences can be life or death How do I put others' needs above my own to be successful as a group of people When you launch you have no idea when you come back if you find a way to love every single day of it all There you have it – seven tips for organizing straight from the International Space Station If you could still do with further guidance on getting organized, one of our tried and tested decluttering methods from the Homes & Gardens Decluttering Library may hold the key The 40+ methods are categorized according to how much time you have how deep a decluttering session you'd like to hold and even if you are a serial procrastinator Design expertise in your inbox – from inspiring decorating ideas and beautiful celebrity homes to practical gardening advice and shopping round-ups Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. 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By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy You can manage saved articles in your account a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered solutions for cancer diagnostics and therapeutics has announced the appointment of Craig Hadfield as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its subsidiary will assume the role effective April 1 He brings nearly nine years of leadership experience to Volpara Volpara's annual recurring revenue grew up to over $34 million Hadfield was also instrumental in Volpara's acquisition by Lunit in 2023 and has since led its customer success and implementation teams who has worked across South Africa, New Zealand is a qualified Chartered Accountant and previously held roles at Ernst & Young (EY) and Deloitte before joining Volpara.  MM Activ Singapore Pte Ltd 1 North Bridge Road,#08-08 High Street Centre communications@biospectrumasia.com +65 90150305 Copyright 2025 MM Activ Singapore Pte Ltd You will also start receiving the Star's free morning newsletter speaker and author has also performed with The Barenaked Ladies while in space Hadfield performed at Grizzly Bar on Queen Street West the day before they officially opened Could there be anything more Canadian than Chris Hadfield singing a Tragically Hip song at a Canuck-themed bar The Tragically Hip’s official TikTok account said the cover was “pretty ahead by a century,” playing off of another one of the band’s all-time hits Hadfield has been performing publicly for years he sang his song “Is Somebody Singing” aboard the International Space Station while he was virtually connected with Ed Robertson the singer and guitarist from The Barenaked Ladies an annual event to highlight the importance of music education in Canada Grizzly Bar on Queen Street West officially opened to the public on Friday night and has branded itself as Toronto’s first Canadian-themed bar Co-owner Jessica Langer Kapalka and her husband Jason wanted to create a place where people could channel their patriotic pride adding that it’s meant to be pro-Canadian It goes beyond whatever the current politics are It’s being part of culture,” she told the Star The space is filled with iconic Canadian symbols from vintage hockey skates to Team Canada memorabilia to prints of TTC streetcars Hadfield is on stage in front of a wall of Canadian flags The Queen Street West bar is an answer to 51st state rhetoric but it’s not anti-American: it’s pro-Canadian He is also featured on the menu with a custom drink named after him Happy to help open @grizzlybar_ca last night - first proud Canadian to sign their picture on the wall. https://t.co/Y4dPOH3KIn pic.twitter.com/sIuIXMl6nq With files from Marisa Coulton and Trish Crawford Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account On Monday: Gael Force group sales director Jamie Young Editor Magazine & Web: Gareth Moore Chief Editor: Pål Mugaas Jensen Publisher Oceanspace Media AS:Gustav Erik Blaalid Saracens are proud to work in partnership with a range of companies and suppliers all striving for excellence in their field Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab). Leave empty if the image is purely decorative. At the Olympics, two silvers and a bronze medal so far for Australia this morning. Australia's Moesha Johnson second in the 10 open water swimming in the Seine and also second, the men's canoe sprint team, while Charlie Senior and Caitlin Parker claim bronze in the boxing. And Jessica Hull has the opportunity to win Australia's first 1500 metres gold medal since Herb Elliott in 1960. discusses his interest in immunotherapy and the toxicities associated with them a third-year hematology/oncology fellow at Brown University highlighting impactful FDA approvals and future directions the first FDA approval for ipilimumab [Yervoy] back in 2011 in melanoma that is a disease state that prior to ipilimumab and nivolumab [Opdivo] the median overall survival at 1 year was about 25% Most patients were deriving almost no benefit from the therapies that we were giving for the decades prior to ipilimumab and seeing the profound impact it has had on patients with melanoma and multiple solid tumors has been so fascinating But the reality is that of patients who get 2 checkpoint inhibitors almost half of them develop severe toxicities While you have this potential therapy that could provide years and years of benefit you also cause a lot of harm with the toxicities associated with these therapies 0:57 | I think this is becoming more and more relevant as we start to take immunotherapies from the metastatic and palliative setting down into the neoadjuvant setting we have no predictive biomarkers for who is gonna develop a toxicity We really do not understand the patient characteristics that predispose people to developing toxicities and we are still really grappling as a field trying to understand how best to manage toxicities and whether or not we can rechallenge with immunotherapies in the future and what that sort of looks like There are all these huge questions and in the backdrop of these questions we are taking these therapies from the metastatic setting and we are putting them into the neoadjuvant setting 1:35 | Patients who get immunotherapies prior to potentially curative surgery are going to develop a toxicity that then takes the therapy and it takes away their chance for a cure I think that really highlights just how critical it is for us to understand more about immunotherapies and the toxicities that patients get and how better to manage them I think that is what has drawn me to that field is just there are lots and lots of questions I certainly would not want to take away from the fact that immunotherapy has changed the landscape of how we treat patients and adoptive cellular therapies and CAR T in the future are going to continue to widen that landscape But there are just a lot of questions that we do not have answers for Stay up to date on practice-changing data in community practice LBL-007/Toripalimab Combination Demonstrates Antitumor Activity and Safety in Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma LBL-007 plus toripalimab showed manageable safety and favorable response in advanced solid tumors notably higher in IO-naive nasopharyngeal carcinoma Higher LAG-3 was linked to better responses Cancer Research Across Continents: Fujiwara’s Path From Japan to the US shares his journey from Japan to the United States and his path to becoming a specialist in hematology and oncology ICIs Effective Regardless of Patients' Age, But Key Immune Phenotype Differences May Enable Tailored Regimens A study in Nature Communications found that older cancer patients have similar outcomes with immune checkpoint inhibitors as younger patients despite having different baseline immune profiles suggesting potential for age-tailored therapies Navigating the Landscape of Immunotherapy Toxicities discusses his passion for early-stage clinical trials and the need for more research into immunotherapy toxicities during the third episode of Emerging Experts OST-HER2 Extends 12-Month EFS in Osteosarcoma With Lung Metastases OST-HER2 led to significant 12-month event-free survival and demonstrated favorable overall survival trends at 1 and 2 years in recurrent fully resected osteosarcoma and lung metastases FDA Clears Novel Cancer Immunotherapy R-5780 for Early-Stage Trial an oral immuno-oncology drug designed to activate gut-regulated immune pathways will now be evaluated in a phase 1 trial for cancer treatment 609-716-7777 Hub International Limited announced its acquisition of the assets of Hadfield Agency an independent multi-line insurance agency headquartered in Little Rock Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.  Hadfield Agency provides commercial and personal insurance products Hub says that the acquisition expands its footprint in Arkansas as part of its broader growth strategy.  "We're excited Hadfield Agency is joining Hub," said Travis Biggert (pictured above) He said that the acquisition marks a key step in Hub’s efforts to expand in the Arkansas market adding that the company will continue to pursue strategic acquisitions aligned with its culture and objectives.  will join Hub Mid-America along with the agency’s team Hadfield Agency will operate as Hadfield Agency Last month, the global brokerage also announced the acquisition of the assets of R.K. Gore & Associates an independent insurance agency based in Lehi which focuses on providing insurance solutions for residential construction companies will now operate under the name “R.K and his team will join Hub’s Southern California and Utah divisions Meanwhile, Hub also recently announced an expanded partnership with CyberCube which will integrate the latter’s software and services to enhance its cyber risk analytics capabilities for clients across North America. As part of the agreement, HUB will deploy CyberCube’s Broking Manager platform to evaluate clients’ financial exposure to cyber risks and support risk transfer strategies. The tool is designed to provide actionable insights to help clients navigate the evolving cyber threat landscape. HUB’s Professional & Executive Risks (ProEx) team, which focuses on professional and executive liability insurance, will use CyberCube’s analytics to strengthen its advisory services. The platform will assist HUB’s specialists in identifying vulnerabilities, quantifying potential losses, and guiding clients in structuring effective cyber insurance programs. What are your thoughts on this story? Please feel free to share your comments below. In football, England got the equaliser, but Spain scored again: 2-1 the final score in the Euro 2024 final. And in rugby league, New South Wales to put its Best foot forward in this week's third State of Origin match. The following is an interview between jazz journalist Morgan Enos and pianist will be released 28 February via Adhyâropa Records ‘Saturn,’ can be heard via the link at the end of this article my first impulse was: People who don’t care about jazz will like this record Turns out Rachel Eckroth was right there with me “But when I did my [2021] album called The Garden “I know they just gave Aaron Parks’ last record [2024’s Little Big III] two stars or something,” John Hadfield notes “I try to not think about it too much,” Hadfield continues Eckroth and Hadfield did what they could do: make compelling music together which may ensnare listeners far afield from the jazz racket With the release of Speaking in Tongues a month away read on for Eckroth and Hadfield’s analysis of the record Although every song title slouches toward the celestial (‘Blood Moon,’ ‘Andromeda’) or religiously esoteric (the title track) the greatest magic lies in the alchemic interplay between old acquaintances turned deep collaborators then reconnected in 2022 and realised you had a shared musical language What was that musical language?Rachel Eckroth: The way we hear phrasing and rhythms is really similar We went to school together; I don’t know if that really matters but maybe we listened to the same kind of music growing up.John Hadfield: It was easy to play together ‘Jeanne D’arc’: there’s a head and could predict what the other person was going to do I don’t know if you always get that when you put a full band together UKJN: Any particular music you’ve found you’re both steeped in?RE: I’m not going to speak for John a lot of your listening has been more world music a lot of my experience early on was from listening to pop and R&B and playing in those kinds of bands when I was young Groove and rhythm are kind of the foundation for me JH: Maybe the thing that makes it interesting is not our shared language It’s the circles that don’t overlap – and then we have other genres and influences affecting our previously shared knowledge ‘Jeanne D’arc’ is also a prime example of that because the tune is based off of a North African what was your approach on the synth-nerdery front RE: We were originally going to do drums and acoustic piano maybe this would be nice if we had a little Mellotron pad underneath,” and “We need a melody for this section,” that I was just playing chords in It was just a natural building of a record because there’s not enough of me; I have two hands and he can trigger some of the loops he created I’ll probably just bring the sample pad with drones We did one in Colorado with a saxophone player and we have a gig coming up where Donny McCaslin is going to do it https://youtu.be/vkJ4nCspeUo?si=tP1jt1NTuXYgQztlUKJN: How did you approach your sounds on Speaking in Tongues?JH: I used some things I normally use: fan drums and some weird stacked metal things that people have made for me It’s basically been the drumset with percussion and I play some hand drums – the frame drum On ‘Andromeda,’ we processed it with some pedals RE: I don’t know if I have an approach to sound more than I have a sound but I think I’ll always sound like me.Texturally I just like filling out the space with beauty and it’s all more instinctual at the moment than anything Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id" "a5aa70d103d10f6f47f4f2d1c7ac0992" );document.getElementById("c08a1a06c7").setAttribute( "id" Please check your inbox (and also your spam or junk folder We kindly request to oblige by fair use rules when quoting or sharing our content All original content is copyrighted unless credited otherwise but does take on work as a paid publicist and/or sell advertising packages Where a piece published after 26th October 2012 appears which is linked to this activity the content will be clearly sign-posted with the PP symbol Receive our weekly email newsletter with Jazz updates from London and beyond If you’ve been on our list all along