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(NEWS10) – Saratoga Comic Con 2025 was held on May 3rd and 4th at the Saratoga Springs City Center It’s in its 10th year and is considered the largest Comic Con event in Upstate New York The event was held for those interested in cosplay Chris Rinaldi is a part of the Resident Evil Cosplay Troop just one of the many cosplay groups involved in the event Rinaldi cosplays Chris Redfield from the Japanese video game series He said Comic Con is about self-expression and creativity “So we long-time fans have all been looking to get together and find a place to kind of congregate and just nerd out with each other,” Rinaldi said “To really get to know one another and share our experiences from all walks of life and all sorts of places.” In addition to some people cosplaying video game characters A self-made character that’s a mix between a Doberman and a shark “I threw it all together with my favorite animals and I just threw it together into one character itself.” Fans lined up to meet celebrity guests featured in popular video games Krause said it’s a blast to meet fans in Saratoga and other actors involved with Comic Con “It’s so enjoyable for me to go out and meet fans,” Krause said “This is why I’m able to keep working is meeting the people and it just really a blessing they would ever invite me to be here.” On top of all the collectable items for sale there was light saber training for Star Wars fans and a tattoo station NEWS10 is the Capital Region’s local news leader Thanks to a vibrant community and dedicated fans the Star Wars films constantly smash box office records and the TV shows pull in millions of viewers If you need some help brainstorming ways to celebrate Star Wars Day A necklace that honors the bond between mother and child is a personal Deborah Vankin is a Features writer for the Los Angeles Times covering the $6-trillion world of Wellness from a California perspective Potts is the senior editor for video at the Los Angeles Times Potts graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a master’s degree in broadcast journalism He has created and edited video for DreamWorks Subscribe for unlimited accessSite Map Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Those who have not already left Grindavík warned nearby eruption could be much bigger than previous 10 since 2021 The Icelandic town of Grindavík and the nearby Blue Lagoon tourist attraction have been evacuated after the area was hit by another volcanic eruption The Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) said an “earthquake swarm” started at about 6.30am on the Sundhnúkur crater row in a similar place to previous eruptions before erupting at 9.45am local time just north of the protective barrier near Grindavík quickly spread southward and by 10am local time it had already reached through the defence walls north of Grindavík By 12.35pm local time it was estimated to be 1,200 metres long A second fissure has also opened between Grindavík’s protective barriers and the town View image in fullscreenAn ‘earthquake swarm’ was observed near Grindavík before an eruption on Tuesday morning This photo shows a previous eruption in November Photograph: Marco di Marco/APDramatic video footage showed magma spewing up on the Grindavík side of the defence barrier and it cannot be ruled out that it may continue to open further south,” the IMO said The IMO later said it had received a report of a broken hot water pipeline in northern Grindavík which it said “confirms that significant fault movements have occurred within the town” Later in the afternoon it said that while volcanic activity appeared to have significantly decreased has been largely uninhabited since 10 November 2023 when an eruption resulted in the town cracking open with fissures reaching a depth of 20 metres Although some of the town’s 3,800 residents and some of its businesses returned most dispersed to other parts of the country after the state bought up most of its buildings because they were uninhabitable Regional police said they had completed the evacuation of Grindavík with the exception of a small number of residents who refused to leave one of Iceland’s most popular tourist attractions said it had successfully evacuated the thermal spa View image in fullscreenThe orange-red fissure has been seen expelling lava and smoke Photograph: Marco di Marco/APRunólfur Þórhallsson urged those who had chosen not to leave the town to evacuate saying the eruption could be much larger than recent ones because the magma tunnel is longer and a lot of magma has accumulated The Blue Lagoon said it was temporarily closed due to the volcanic eruption and that it would provide more information as it became available the IMO said the signals it was picking up were stronger than those recently on Sundhnúkur crater row indicating that “a considerable amount of magma is currently on the move” “Emergency responders in Grindavík have reported that earthquakes can be felt in the town and signs of deformation are also visible there suggesting that fault movements could occur within the town itself,” it added View image in fullscreenMost residents have already left Grindavík Photograph: Marco di Marco/APThe Icelandic tourist board said there was “no threat to the population” and that flights were operating as usual at Keflavík airport said: “The area has been closed off and is completely closed until further notice Gas pollution might form in isolated areas around the eruption depending on wind direction and is closely monitored.” Valsson added: “The eruption is still developing and we will publish further information when gathered.” Although there was an initial effect on tourist numbers after the November 2023 eruption – which the tourism board in part blamed on international reporting – numbers have since slightly increased The number of foreign nationals coming through Keflavík airport rose by 2% to 2,261,391 in 2023-24 compared with the same period the year before The 383,963 overnight hotel stays recorded in November 2024 were also up compared with the number in November 2023 For an outfit celebrating its 25th birthday this year JOTA Sport has made countless memories in motorsport over the past quarter-of-a-century On the eve of the forthcoming TotalEnergies 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps (8-10 May) Sam Hignett reflects that victory in last year’s race was one of the standout highlights.. Hertz Team JOTA made history 12 months ago as first privateer to triumph outright in the FIA World Endurance Championship’s Hypercar era the #12 entry piloted by Will Stevens and Callum Ilott was a factor throughout and benefitted from a red flag stoppage due to a crash with just under two hours left on the clock JOTA had already pitted when the action was halted whereas many of its rivals still needed to stop for fuel enabling Ilott to take the lead four laps after the re-start The Briton thereafter expertly fended off Porsche factory driver Kévin Estre in the closing stages to seal a famous success it was one of our greatest wins as we didn’t have the fastest car that day which is what won us the race,” recollected JOTA Sport founder and director having since joined forces with American automotive giant General Motors to form Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA Alex Lynn put the V-Series.R second on the grid at Spa last year only for its challenge to be ended by the accident that brought out the red flag Twice an FIA WEC class-winner in the Ardennes – in LMP2 and LMGTE Pro – the Briton is confident that the legendary Belgian circuit’s fast flowing nature should play to the Cadillac’s strengths once again “We know we have a lot of tracks coming up that suit our car and package,” commented Lynn who has advanced to Hyperpole on all-bar two of the occasions that he has qualified the V-Series.R “I think for any race driver to go to Spa is an honour and a privilege and it’s a track where I personally have always done well so we’ll continue to work hard and look forward to going back.” Team-mate Jenson Button made his endurance racing debut at Spa in the 1999 24-hour race at the circuit and the former Formula 1 World Champion won the Belgian Grand Prix from pole position in 2012 The #38 entry that he shares with Bamber and Sébastien Bourdais has yet to trouble the scorers in 2025 but he is optimistic of reversing that trend this weekend.  “There was lots of information from [the last round at] Imola to take on-board and use to come out swinging and stronger at Spa,” Button remarked “The car seemed to work well there last year and JOTA did a great job in winning the race so hopefully we can bring that all together and have a good event.”“We tend to do better where the grip is higher so hopefully we can find something,” added Bourdais “Imola is a very specific track with kerb-riding and you have to make a lot of compromises on set-up so we’ll look to find a happy balance for everybody and get a clean weekend where we can go race.” family and clients Emma Hetnar cut the ribbon on Revitalize Holistic Spa in her home in Highland Park on May 4 In the Highland Park neighborhood of West Seattle, Emma Hetnar has opened Revitalize Holistic Spa in her home celebrating a grand opening for a space born directly from her personal health journey The spa offers a range of therapies aimed at supporting healing and wellness a mission Emma understands deeply from her own experience with Lyme disease and co-infections A Decade-Long Health Battle Leading to a New Path Emma's story began in 2003 while she was studying abroad in Brazil Diagnosis of Lyme disease proved difficult; tests available at the time were not highly accurate (cited as 30-50% accuracy) and did not even test for the specific strain she was bitten by showing up a few years later when she was in her 20s initially dismissed as simple fatigue by doctors who suggested she wasn't getting enough sleep or was doing too much She experienced fatigue that affected her brain function leading to issues at work like having trouble proofreading documents Other symptoms included trouble swallowing which were sometimes mistaken for allergy symptoms The severity escalated dramatically after she moved to Seattle in 2015 when she started passing out and having non-epileptic seizures The breakthrough in her diagnosis came unexpectedly from an intuitive member of the Buy Nothing community who visited her home and Although Emma had previously tested negative she felt compelled to follow the woman's advice and see her doctor a practitioner who also specializes in chronic fatigue This doctor immediately suspected Lyme disease based on her symptoms and subsequent tests confirmed she had Lyme disease along with co-infections Babesia and Bartonella With a background in biology and environmental science Emma drew on her knowledge to research treatment options she was motivated to find ways to speed up her recovery Her treatment approach involved a combination of therapies She described her method as trying "a little bit of everything," even giving herself fevers in a hot tub to help kill the bacteria taking them for two years was "awful" and  it "destroys your immune system," requiring subsequent gut healing But the experience led her to bring those healing modalities to others and she founded Revitalize Holistic spa for that primary reason Services Offered: A Suite of Therapeutic Equipment Revitalize Holistic Spa centers around three key pieces of equipment that Emma found most effective particularly for pain and inflammation which are significant issues with Lyme the PEMF (Pulsing Electromagnetic Frequency) mat • The G Force Vibrational Plate moves both back and forth and in a triplanar motion allowing for movement and exercise even with fatigue • The PEMF Mat promotes healing on a cellular level Emma notes it can help with conditions like restless leg syndrome although treating severe issues like neuropathy could take months It also has the added benefit of improving sleep • The Infrared Sauna Wrap allows the user's head to remain outside while the body is fully clothed within the wrap Sessions typically last 20 minutes for Emma She finds it especially helpful for the pain and inflammation associated with Lyme and overall well-being while also being affordable." Emma offers Reiki energy work and has added a Contour Light system This equipment is used for body contouring heating fat cells (adipocytes) to release their contents which are then processed and excreted by the lymphatic system The system includes pads that act as "light wraps" for areas like the arms There is also a facial plate for treating fine lines A typical full-body contour light session is 25 minutes and is followed by 10 minutes on the vibrational plate to assist with lymphatic drainage Emma notes that the contour light therapy "actually works," having personally lost over 10 lbs using it The specific frequencies used are believed to be 635 and 880 "The new red light therapy is a more luxurious treatment that I’m excited to offer but it is separate from the treatments that have helped me heal This treatment is intended for people who are looking to lose weight and reduce inches." Emma has structured her pricing to be affordable The use of the three main pieces of equipment is charged at a dollar per minute there is an initial consult fee of $79 to determine if it's a good fit The contour light itself is offered as a package deal: 12 sessions for $1500 or 16 sessions for $2000 recommending coming in two times a week for maximum benefit Initial 90-minute sessions introduce clients to the equipment and allow maximum use time followed by a check-in to discuss wellness goals and tailor future sessions Choosing to open the spa in her home was a deliberate decision driven by her health Having the spa downstairs allows her to continue helping people heal even if she's not feeling well enough to drive or leave the house This setup provides a controlled space where she can manage her hours Reflecting on the impact of these therapies Emma sees them as curative rather than merely palliative She explains that she has gone from a place of significant impairment—having trouble speaking and being unable to drive for over five years—to doing "really well" and driving all the time now While she still experiences lingering symptoms like brain fog and pain flares She feels she is "still healing" and continues to use the equipment for this reason Her doctors suggest that her lingering symptoms are likely due to how the Lyme infection permanently altered her brain and body function It's in her home  because "it’s a solution I’ve created for myself as I re-enter the workforce and pursue my business." and other wellness-focused local businesses I’ve partnered with Rhodies FC and Junction FC soccer teams Players from both teams come in weekly to Revitalize Spa to support their recovery and healing throughout the season I continue to look for opportunities to partner with other local businesses and many other local women in business were at the open house supporting me—just as I have supported and partnered with them." Emma Hetnar is sharing the tools that were instrumental in her own recovery journey offering a space for others in West Seattle to explore complementary therapies for pain "The main focus of Revitalize Spa is creating a space for healing and wellness." Find them online at Revitalize Holistic Spa. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office arrested Brandon M of Ballston Spa on Saturday for DWI and traffic infractions following a traffic stop Officials say they conducted a traffic stop around 3:56 a.m for a vehicle failing to maintain its lane and improperly signaling a turn Lynch is accused of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated at a time when his blood alcohol content was 0.16% Authorities say he is also charged with failing to drive his vehicle within a single lane and failing to signal within 100 feet of turning operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of 0.08% or greater He was released on appearance tickets pending further proceedings in Clifton Park Town Court The station representative that can assist any person with disabilities with issues related to the content of the public file is Brittany Moroukian. She can be contacted at bmoroukian@wnyt.com or 518-207-4710 Rejuvenation Foot Spa Massage on Bryant Irvin Road in Fort Worth is the latest in a series of abrupt closures initiated by the Fort Worth Police Department and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) “We’re going in there to shut down a business that is doing illegal activity and help the victims that are inside,” said FWPD officer Buddy Calzada The department took to social media to announce the 60-day emergency closure of the first illicit spa several months ago. Calzada says they have received many tips from the public and legitimate massage businesses pointing police to businesses allegedly involved in illicit activity and sex trafficking Get top local stories delivered to you every morning with NBC DFW's News Headlines newsletter The two agencies then team up to investigate claims conducting surprise visits to businesses in question TDLR representatives look to confirm all employees have proper licensing to work Changes to state law allow TDLR to issue a temporary closure if violations are found it allows TDLR to go in there almost like code compliance checking on a restaurant,” he said making sure everybody has everything they’re supposed to do and not doing the things that they should be doing.” Police reportedly confirmed Rejuvenation Spa was offering illicit sex services online and to customers and that employees were working without proper licensing Calzada says he was present for the investigation and can only say the employees are all adults The employees are from another country and were flown to Waco and brought to Fort Worth to work under unknown conditions “They’re not wanting to do what is taking place TDLR is offering the employees access to resources and help Convergenze SpA Societa Benefit ( (IT:CVG) ) has provided an update Società Benefit has purchased 2,000 of its own shares at an average price of 2.0100 Euros per share as part of a share purchase and disposal program approved by its shareholders This acquisition brings the company’s total ownership to 158,000 shares reflecting its strategic focus on consolidating its market position and enhancing shareholder value More about Convergenze SpA Societa Benefit Società Benefit is an integrated technology operator active in the Telecommunications and 100% green Energy sectors the company provides internet and fixed-line services and has expanded into the energy sector trading electricity from renewable sources and natural gas It operates nationwide with electric car charging points through its patented EVO network and emphasizes sustainability See more insights into CVG stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Convergenze SpA Societa Benefit ( (IT:CVG) ) has provided an update Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue SAN ANTONIO – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has ordered a six-month emergency shutdown of a North Side massage business over suspicions of human trafficking was forced to close its operations at 12255 West Avenue on April 22 The agency said it began an investigation after receiving images and videos of sexual encounters at the business TDLR’s investigation found that there were several unlicensed employees and other indicators of possible human trafficking including lingerie and excessive security cameras employees ran out of the building during TDLR’s site visit TDLR issued the emergency closure to Guixan Han and Golden Phoenix Holdings LLC and prohibited them from operating a different massage establishment at that location If the situation is an emergency or you believe someone is in immediate danger Copyright 2025 by KSAT - 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Brunch reservations can be made at opentable.com, spa bookings at blackrockspa.com and lūʻau seats at sheratonmauiluau.com treat the special woman in your life to unparalleled luxury and relaxation at The Grand Spa located within the prestigious Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City The Grand Spa presents two exceptional promotions designed to honor and pamper mothers When you purchase a $100 Grand Spa gift certificate in person you'll receive a complimentary full-size Grand Spa lotion elevating your gift to a total value of $120 This offer is available exclusively in person and while supplies last Kari Hawker-Diaz spoke to Tony Fountain about what the spa offers and special offers For more information visit thegrandamerica.com/grandspa Watch Fresh Living every weekday at 1 pm MST on CBS Channel 2 or on YouTube Ballston Spa middle and high schools on Ballston Avenue in the town of Ballston Twelve positions would be eliminated through attrition under a proposed $110.3 million budget for the Ballston Spa Central School District that calls for more than $3 million in new spending BALLSTON SPA — Twelve positions would be eliminated through attrition under a proposed $110.3 million budget for Ballston Spa Central School District that calls for more than $3 million in new spending compared to the current operating budget of $107.1 million All current programming would be preserved under the proposed 2025-26 academic year spending plan Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content More Saratoga Springs | Newsletter More Saratoga County | Newsletter Contact reporter Chad Arnold at: carnold@dailygazette.net or by calling 518-410-5117 Email notifications are only sent once a day 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 Have the latest food and drink articles delivered to your inbox every Thursday Have the latest local news delivered every afternoon so you don't miss out on updates Sign up today to receive email newsletters of local daily obituaries Get the Register Star and Daily Mail E-edition delivered directly to your inbox Have the latest local news delivered every morning so you don't miss out on updates 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 by Stephanie Ryan SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — As summer approaches, the spa city is buzzing with excitement as Saratoga Comic-Con takes center stage. The event, which kicked off with a bang, features a star-studded lineup including the cast of "Red Dead Redemption 2," with appearances by Roger Clark and Rob Wiethoff. The convention, which also showcases numerous voice actors, artists, and illustrators, continues for one more day, offering fans a final chance to immerse themselves in the vibrant world of pop culture. Christina Colizza is an editor covering sleep If you’ve ever had a professional pedicure you know the indulgent delight they bring: the warm water circulating between your toes the tingly feeling of epsom salts dissolving the sinister satisfaction you derive from watching a blizzard of dead skin fall off your feet After trying four popular at-home foot spas I concluded that they are generally not worth the roughly $50 investment: A bathtub or a bucket of heated water will work just fine to soothe and soften your feet evaluating the (subjective) usefulness of features such as water circulation The best feature these baths can offer is sustained heat and the fleeting thrill of some bubbles only the MaxKare models were able to genuinely produce heat whereas the Conair and Kendal foot baths could only maintain the initial water temperature which can be uncomfortable—if not searingly painful—on the insides of your feet even with the bubbles circulating the water more evenly the minimum heated water temperature is 95 °F It provides consistent water heating and a halfway-decent foot massage which the bucket you might also use to mop with likely does not this powered bath provides consistent water heating I struggle with plantar fasciitis and was personally seeking a solid set of massage rollers that could offer intense pressure This MaxKare foot spa is the only option I tried that offers the best of both worlds: a legitimate heater that keeps the water warm and a decent set of rollers to engage the muscles in your foot (The MaxKare model with four rollers I tested offers the same heat settings but fewer rollers Although the rollers on the Kendal model also offered decent pressure on the muscly parts of the sole of the foot each foot bath’s removable rollers can be attached in only one fixed spot; if your sore feet aren’t the exact right size for the rollers to hit that sweet spot If you can handle trading in the ethereal spa music of your local salon for a laughably loud hum (video) and you want a shallow basin perfectly shaped for feet I’m holding on to my money and sticking with my cheap bucket Back to topMeet your guideChristina Colizza She previously led Wirecutter’s research department and has written for The New York Times She loves staying active on her bike or on the soccer field reading and working on health-oriented journalism Maintaining our editorial independence means ultimately returning Soaking my feet in hot water before bed (using a tall Japanese foot soak bucket) has made me a better sleeper and even pleasantly painful—these are the best gifts for the dedicated runners on your list Wirecutter is the product recommendation service from The New York Times Our journalists combine independent research with (occasionally) over-the-top testing so you can make quick and confident buying decisions Whether it’s finding great products or discovering helpful advice we’ll help you get it right (the first time) Travel Daily Media Boost your business & benchmark against your competitors with TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2025 – start your entry here » TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2025 – start your entry here » Don't have an account? 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Login Enter your new password below to complete the reset process Kriya Spa at the Grand Hyatt Bali invites guests to step into a world of serenity and renewal where ancient Balinese wisdom meets modern wellness it’s a journey to restore emotional balance and elevate spiritual well-being Tucked within the tranquil grounds of Grand Hyatt Bali Kriya Spa is inspired by the profound Balinese philosophy of rituals sets the tone for an immersive experience steeped in tradition Guests are invited to embrace the healing rituals of Bliss At the heart of Kriya Spa’s offerings is the signature Authentic Balinese Massage a ritual deeply rooted in Bali’s centuries-old healing heritage This revered therapy draws on ancient techniques passed down through generations enhanced by aromatic cinnamon and ylang-ylang oils that not only soothe the body but also stimulate circulation Through a harmonious blend of rhythmic strokes and deep pressure skillfully applied using the therapist’s elbows and forearms Traditionally believed to balance the body’s qi or life force offering an authentic connection to Bali’s timeless wellness traditions Rooted in Bali’s holistic healing philosophy Every treatment is carefully tailored by experienced therapists ensuring a personalized journey that reconnects body Whether one seeks deep relaxation or an invigorating boost each therapy is designed to restore harmony and vitality Indulgence reaches new heights within the privacy of the facility’s elegant spa suites Guests may choose from an exquisite menu of bespoke treatments the Gazebo Massage offers pure bliss performed in an open-air setting surrounded by lush tropical gardens and the gentle hush of poolside breezes Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Connect with your clients by working with our in-house brand studio using our expertise and media reach to help you create and craft your message in video and podcast Sign up for free newsletters and get more TDM delivered to your inbox and more info about our products and services '+scriptOptions._localizedStrings.webview_notification_text+' "+scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_title+" "+scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_text+" The Cottage had various family-friendly flourishes Parenting mode to pampering mode: the tranquil spa at Calcot Manor With its Ofsted-registered creche and tranquil spa this country house hotel is big on relaxation but I for one wasn't sure that 'luxury spa' and 'family-friendly fun' could peacefully coexist I happened upon Calcot & Spa – a blissful hybrid space nestled in the reliably gorgeous Cotswolds countryside When the opportunity to visit the hotel presented itself my partner and I were firmly in the grip of first-time parenthood Eight weeks into the whirlwind of life with our baby girl we set out for Calcot Manor – our car boot crammed with infinite baby supplies and ourselves sorely in need of some R&R The first impression of Calcot & Spa is quintessential Cotswolds – crunchy gravel paths manicured gardens and honey-coloured limestone dwellings including the Grain Store (a gym and fitness sanctuary) the Playbarn (an Ofsted-registered creche) and From our morning news briefing to a weekly Good News Newsletter get the best of The Week delivered directly to your inbox I began hauling the aforementioned mountain of baby supplies out of the boot only to be swiftly rescued by the friendly hotel staff who took my keys and parked the car in the guest parking spot just around the corner The whole thing felt delightfully like a US-style valet service and set the tone for the next couple of days We were then introduced to our home for the following two nights: The Cottage two-bathroom family suite was filled with luxurious grown-up features – a sprawling king-size bed a private garden terrace for soaking up the unseasonably warm spring rays a cosy lounge with its very own log burner – and complimentary sourdough loaf and Tony's Chocolonely snacks The Cottage was also furnished with various family-friendly flourishes including a storage box filled with all sorts of essential odds and sods such as toys Upstairs there was similarly useful kit: a deep cot in the master bedroom a mini bathtub set up in the bathroom and a separate nappy bin Sticking with the theme of kiddy comforts and the most extraordinary feature of Calcot & Spa: the on-site Ofsted-registered creche that's run by a team of experienced nannies Guests are offered up to four hours of free childcare in the Playbarn per day and you can choose between a morning or afternoon slot Having never once left our baby's side since the day she was born my partner and I were apprehensive about taking up the service But after umming and ahhing for the appropriate amount of time we bit the bullet and guiltily dropped off our little bundle of noisy joy along with a bottle of milk and a few spare nappies 'So near and yet so far' is a phrase usually steeped in disappointment – but in this case the creche is just a two-minute walk from the hotel spa which allowed us to slip seamlessly from parenting mode to pampering mode we lapped up the spa facilities from the sauna and steam room to the outdoor hot tub There's a specific window of time during the day when kids are allowed to join the grown-ups in the pool but outside of that the spa is a sumptuous the lovely nannies gave us a full update on her activities over the past few hours our little family – topped up on some much-needed marvellous relaxation was free to enjoy the evening Calcot & Spa boasts two eateries: The Hive both in terms of the food – I loved the Severn & Wye smoked kipper with parsley butter and lemon according to my partner – and the staff When our baby decided that a restful start to the day was not on the menu our lovely waitress offered to hold her while we finished our food That's what you'd call going above and beyond Following the topsy-turvy early weeks of parenthood (think poonamis I only wish my bank balance would allow for regular visits and the offer of much-needed respite from the frantic juggling act and unprecedented exhaustion of new motherhood Caroline was a guest of Calcot & Spa A free daily email with the biggest news stories of the day – and the best features from TheWeek.com Show Breaking News BarCloseLocal NewsAhmed Humble RELATED: 20 arrested after undercover prostitution sting with Harris Co. Pct. 4 deputies According to Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman one of his officers posed as a customer at 81 Spa on Cypress Creek Parkway The constable said that the unidentified officer “was solicited for sex and/or sex acts by females working in the establishment.” was arrested and charged with prostitution Constable deputies also learned she was not a licensed therapist SEE ALSO: 10 massage spas in Houston area suspected of human trafficking will be closed, owner agrees to quit industry Though Lou is currently only facing prostitution charges Stay on top of breaking news as it happens by signing up for our alerts Copyright 2025 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved expert on "The Simpsons," amateur photographer film & tv reviewer and race/religious identity scholar Joined KPRC 2 in Spring 2024 but has been featured in various online newspapers and in the Journal of South Texas' Fall 2019 issue TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us Meet the Team Careers at KPRC Closed Captioning / Audio Description Public File Current EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy FCC Applications Copyright © 2025 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group Scuba Now opened April 5 Scuba Now is a scuba dive shop and training center and introduces people to the beauty and adventure that lies beneath the surface of the oceans With years of experience in scuba diving training its team of certified instructors provides education and guidance for all levels of divers YogaSix Wilmington opens in MayfaireThe Wilmington Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 28 YogaSix is a yoga studio offering six different class types The yoga studio is located at 6801 Parker Farm Drive The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 3 Cosmetic Coast Dental Spa is located at 1427 Military Cutoff Road Britta Lundgren of Cosmetic Coast Dental Spa provides custom-tailored dentistry in a boutique spa setting Healing To You Wilmington Comprehensive Community Clinic Healing To You is a nonprofit medial and mental health service that provides trauma-informed care to survivors of abuse and assault call 310-684-1247 or visit https://healingtoyou.org/wilmington-clinic Bolton & Menk Inc.The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 10 Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions and more at Bolton & Menk works hard to improve the community A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for Miss Sax's Boutique on April 17 by the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce Miss Sax's Boutique is located in the Sunset Commons Shopping Center at 925 Seaside Road SW #10 More: Oleander's open spaces: What's next for 8 vacant sites along this busy Wilmington corridor More: Accessing local journalism is even easier with the StarNews app The Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting celebration for CRCI Cabinet & Countertops on April 14 The business is located at 6934 Beach Drive Kinstle & Company Real Estate GroupThe Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening and ribbon cutting on April 16 The new office is located at 4647 Main St. The Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 27 The business is located at 122 Saltwater Landing Drive Iron & Ivy Activewear opens in Pender CountyThe Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Iron & Ivy Activewear on April 5 Iron & Ivy Activewear is located at 104 Charlie Medlin Drive Unit F The Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening for Lori's Ace Home & Hardware on April 11 The locally owned hardware store is located at 14021 N.C Whitaker covers community news for the StarNews Reach her at cheryl.whitaker@starnewsonline.com Editor's Note: This web story contains graphic depictions of sexual assault and may not be suitable for all audiences massage therapist faces sexual assault charges involving two former customers police are investigating a case involving a third woman they expect to take to the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office for consideration of criminal charges We decided to show his mug shot in this story because police are asking any additional alleged victims to contact them the massage spa where the man worked is still open We want to warn you that the following content in this story could be triggering for some and contains mature The women we talked to felt strongly that we should not sanitize their allegations Natasha Culp was no stranger to massages when she walked into Fusion Spa in August 2023 in Kansas City she booked a last-minute couple's massage with her boyfriend They were both on separate tables in the same room when she says things with her male masseuse took a turn for the worse "He had pulled my arm off to the side of the table and was massaging the back of my arm but before he put my arm back on the table he rubbed it on his body," Natasha recalled Police Department detective noted the massage therapist "put his penis in Natasha's hand" and rubbed himself with her hand a couple times." Natasha said she initially tried to convince herself it was unintentional But she says as the massage therapist's hands kept getting closer and closer to her genitals she froze before he placed a finger inside her That's when she recalls jumping up from the table first person I called was my mom," Natasha said and I think it’s because I was afraid of not being believed," she admits while choking back a sob "I got home and jumped in the shower immediately because I just felt disgusting I grabbed his hand and showed him what (the masseuse) did we’re calling the police and we’re going to file a report."' Natasha's boyfriend drove her to the police station where she filed a report She said that did little to bring her comfort "I quit going to the gym because I didn’t want to be looked at." Natasha identified the masseuse as Gui Jin Jiang only to learn he wasn't even licensed as a massage therapist in Missouri Shumate said he immediately felt compelled to help her 'What will these people think of me if I speak up right now?"' "And that’s what hit it for me that we had to get involved," Shumate said Shumate filed a civil suit on Natasha's behalf and helped her file a complaint with the Missouri Massage Licensing Board against Fusion Spa and its owner for allowing Jiang to perform massages without a license had filed a similar police report that named Jiang more than a year earlier I don’t know how I feel about that,'" Lila said "He kind of just kept getting closer and inching closer and I just really tried to convince myself that nothing was inappropriate or wrong," Lila said "I really wanted to give him the benefit of the doubt he just crossed the line into my underwear and went under my underwear," Lila said and didn't know how to react," even "attempting to close her legs to get him to stop," but Lila said he didn't Lila recalls leaving the spa as quickly as possible prompting her mom to call and check on her "I basically broke down and told her he had put his fingers inside of me We need to go call the police!'" Lila said instead of first going to the police station her Mom took her to the hospital to get checked out with a rape kit who represented her in a civil suit similar to Natasha's against the masseuse and Fusion Spa along with four other women who later came forward The six women settled their civil suits for undisclosed amounts the ones who want to speak up have a voice and the ones that don’t want to speak up have someone to fight for them," Shumate said In addition to the six women Shumate has represented he says he's personally talked to three others whose cases remain under investigation at this time Jiang is only charged in the cases involving Lila and Natasha But KCPD detectives say they are finishing up a separate investigation involving a third woman they expect to take to the prosecutor's office for consideration of additional charges The alleged sexual assault is something Lila has spoken openly about on social media and I found a lot of healing through TikTok and social media and hearing what other people said about their experiences And so I wanted to be able to do that for other people," Lila said Prosecutors filed two counts of second-degree sodomy charges against Jiang in July 2024 He was arrested in January and arraigned on April 14th The women say the wait for a trial has been agonizing along with knowing the massage parlor was still open That's why Lila says she ultimately confronted the spa owner who was married to Jiang at the time of the incidents captured in a video she shared on social media and so I just decided I need to go in and really give her a piece of my mind and tell her how she really affected my life completely It felt like I had found my voice again," Lila emphasizes In addition to encouraging other alleged victims of abuse in any form to come forward the women we spoke to want to see Jiang behind bars and see Fusion Spa shut down they're also trying to move on with their lives Lila used her settlement money to move to California where she's focused on finding joy in life again by skydiving Natasha used her money to pay for therapy and went back to school at Johnson County Community College to become a therapist The boyfriend who stood by her after the massage is now her fiance' They both say they feel stronger for coming forward finding solace in sharing their voices and reclaiming their power and I think that's where the healing comes from we are doing now the thing we wish we would've done in that moment," Natasha said We reached out to the public defender representing Jiang for an interview noting it's generally their policy to not comment on pending cases We also contacted the Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage to ask why Fusion Spa is still allowed to operate and their spokesperson shared that "the board does not comment on pending litigation nor can (they) discuss whether or not a complaint has been filed or is being investigated." records they provided us showed the business was on probation for three years starting in 2016 after a different unlicensed employee was "improperly allowed to operate (there) as a massage therapist." Crime Stoppers could offer you a cash reward Report a typo Cadillac’s Will Stevens sets sights on returning to Spa after character-building weekend at Imola… Will Stevens is optimistic that Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA “should be in a better place” heading to the third round of the FIA World Endurance Championship at Spa-Francorchamps after the team came away with just a single point from a challenging Imola weekend Alex Lynn and Norman Nato finished tenth during the 6 Hours of Imola picking up the British squad’s sole point while the sister Cadillac V-Series.R 38 car in particular endured an eventful race that featured skirmishes with each of the Peugeot 9X8s with Bamber eventually receiving a drivethrough penalty for tagging Paul di Resta into a spin at Tosa 12 crew had a challenging weekend of its own with mechanics carrying our significant repairs on the car between Free Practice 3 and qualifying after Lynn went off at Rivazza said after the race that the way the Imola weekend played out came as no surprise to the team but that it was happy about collecting points as it continues to work through its first season as a factory squad “There’s no question that we knew this would be a more difficult weekend than Qatar,” Stevens said “I think we shouldn’t forget it was still our second race with this car very different track to what we’ve had So I think it’s good that we’ve now had two extremes of that “The reality is now the competition is super tough that’s ultimately where you’re going to end up we’re still scoring some points which I think at the end of the day in situations like this you’ve always got to try and get the maximum of what we could and I think we did “Obviously moving forward that’s not where we want to be and we want to be further up front and hopefully Spa we can make some improvements and make that happen.” Spa proved to be the site of JOTA’s breakthrough triumph with its customer Porsche 963 when Stevens and Callum Ilott took victory in the red-flagged and lengthened race Stevens looked forward to returning to Spa with optimism saying he expects the Cadillac package to be “in a better place” at the Ardennes circuit “I think even looking to last year with the Cadillac and I think generally higher grip tracks seem to suit us more like we saw in Qatar,” Stevens said “Obviously Spa has just been resurfaced not too long ago and I know their track grip is pretty good So I’m more optimistic for our package going to Spa that we should be in a better place “Obviously we look at what Cadillac was doing last year in terms of results coming into this year “So I think looking forward to the Spa and the races ahead I would like to think we can go in confident we also know what we want to be doing from a car setup point of view as well “So even though [Imola was] disappointing I think we should still be positive for the remainder of the year that we can still get some strong with us.” Davey Euwema is Sportscar365's European Editor Euwema covers the FIA World Endurance Championship European Le Mans Series and Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS replacing Paul-Loup Chatin at IDEC Sport.. Catch up on all of the action from second round of FIA World Endurance.. Iron Lynx confirms Martin Berry as Christian Ried's replacement for 6H Spa; further races.. Goodyear to rollout new specification of slick tire for LMP2 class ahead of 4.. From left-Lori Steinbrenner, owner, Julie Laurie (1993), Brooke Werner (2023), and Tonya Swyers (2021), with her Salon dog “Oliver” who keeps everyone company. The Personal Preference Salon & Spa is open Tuesday -Saturday. (Link to Facebook page (20+) Facebook) Thirty-five years has passed since Lori Steinbrenner established The Personal Preference Salon & Spa Steinbrenner and her team of experienced professional stylists are as passionate as ever about delivering quality and friendly service to their clients the salon is welcoming LeRoyans and residents of the surrounding communities to Saturday’s “Springing into Thirty-five Years” event “We’ll be featuring all our favorite things,” said Steinbrenner who purchased the building and the business (Bev’s Beauty Shop) in 1990 from previous owner Bev Malone — The new two main spring collection with Indigo Luxe Becky’s Homegrown Bouquets & Wandering Wellness G.O.A.T — Honey Bee Accessories (hat bar and permanent jewelry) — Beach break and beyond travel by Jodi Steinbrenner with her lifelong client Auntie Cheech who comes to the salon once a week and loves every minute of it Steinbrenner’s road to becoming a master stylist and salon proprietor started at Genesee Valley BOCES where she accumulated 500 hours of training and I was going for computer science,” she recalled My BOCES teacher was Anne Marie Wood from Batavia – an amazing teacher and a dear Steinbrenner completed her 1,000 hours at Continental and then worked for Malone at a shop across the street from McDonald’s before heading to 34 Main St The Bakery in 1980 and Bev’s in the late ‘80s Steinbrenner said being on Main Street “has been such a joy and blessing.” “I love our little town and being part of our community,” she offered “My staff and I take pride in welcoming all of our clients with a smile Other members of her team are Julie Laurie a master stylist who started her career at the salon in 1993; Tonya Swyers a master stylist who has been with the business for four years; and Brooke Werner who has Master of Balayage and Updo Stylist certification the pair have been together since 1993 at the salon Steinbrenner said she enjoys meeting new people and building relationships – and infusing a bit of creativity into her work it’s fun and it’s creative,” she said “You know you’ve found your niche when it’s not like work at all.” and site URL in my browser for next time I post a comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Richardson of Ballston Spa was arrested on Sunday by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office after being detained by Ballston Spa Police on warrants from the Sheriff’s Office and New York State Police She was detained on these warrants after a report was made of a suspicious person at the Dunkin’ Donuts location on Doubleday Avenue in Ballston Spa The Sheriff’s Office says she was allegedly found to be in possession of 360 milligrams or more of methadone and crack cocaine from a search incident coinciding with the arrest Authorities say Richardson was charged with fourth and seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance She was arraigned in Milton Town Court and released on her own recognizance pending further proceedings in the Ballston Spa Village Court on the charges within that jurisdiction The Sheriff’s Office says Richardson was released on an appearance ticket from Corinth Town Court on the seventh-degree charge Officials say Richardson was turned over to State Police on their warrants upon her release An 83-count indictment filed in Trumbull County accuses eight people of operating a human trafficking ring that compelled women into prostitution at illegal massage parlors in the Mahoning Valley Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene announced Wednesday that the indictment alleges that the defendants ran the Tiger Spa and Sunny Spa both located on West Market Street in Warren as fronts for sex trafficking and money laundering The crime ring purportedly held Korean women at the establishments for periods of up to three months requiring them to live on the premises and engage in sex acts for payment are the result of an ongoing investigation by the Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Task Force which operates under the Ohio Organized Crime Investigations Commission the task force and partner agencies executed search warrants at the businesses as part of "Operation Saving Daylight," a coordinated effort that led to the seizure of significant amounts of cash The investigation culminated in this week’s indictment covering alleged criminal activity spanning more than five years Many of the 83 counts name multiple defendants Michigan: charged with one count of engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity one count of trafficking in persons – commercial sex acts Georgia: charged with one count of engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity Texas: charged with one count of engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity Ohio: charged with one count of engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity Georgia: charged with one count of engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity and three counts of promoting prostitution Ohio: charged with two counts of promoting prostitution of Dallas: charged with one count of engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity and one count of promoting prostitution also known as “Young Crazy,” 61 More than two dozen of the charges include additional specifications for the forfeiture of assets Yost’s Special Prosecutions Section is prosecuting the case in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court Investigators also executed another search warrant at the Sunny Spa on Wednesday Normal Police Department [NPD] and Illinois State Police [ISP] found a human trafficking victim at a local massage spa on Wednesday they found someone identifying as a victim of sexual trafficking and in need of assistance ISP’s Criminal Investigation Task Force 6 responded and the two departments executed a search warrant and got the victim to safety State Police declined to share the name of the local massage spa "The investigation remains open and ongoing and we are unable to share that information at this time," a spokesperson said ISP reports that it often collaborates with other departments on these cases and will “provide essential services to victims “There is no one size fits all option when it comes to assisting people who have been trafficked and significant time and resources are dedicated to developing the best plan for each person,” ISP said in a release as well as information about identifying these types of situations While the Bloomington Police Department was not involved in this effort ISP reports it has been doing its own work to stop human trafficking and other illicit crime For those who suspect human trafficking is occurring in their area ISP recommends contacting the National hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text *233733 They can also email ISP.CrimeTips@illinois.gov Become a WGLT sponsor A Ballston Spa man is accused of driving with 26 suspensions Stover allegedly had 26 total suspensions in effect He will be due back in Moreau Town Court at a later time FOX31 Denver Δdocument.getElementById( 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