Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Utah (KUTV) — Residents are speculating that a meteorite struck Ogden on Saturday night after several people reported seeing a bright green ball of light streaking across the sky Videos and images began circulating on social media around 9:30 p.m One resident shared surveillance camera footage showing what appeared to be a ball of light soaring across the northern sky Another described the spectacle as a “huge green fireball.” A woman in Ogden posted a photo of what she said was a plume of green smoke near 12th Street and Harrison Boulevard She noted that she saw a bright flash in the sky followed by an echoing sound and rising smoke Although the fireball appeared to fall in Ogden it was visible from as far away as Riverton At the end of April, NASA reported the annual Eta Aquarids meteor shower would be active from April 20 to May 21 Authorities said these meteors are known for their high speed and would be visible in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres 2News has reached out to local authorities for more information and confirmation Did you see it? Share your photos and videos with us at kutv.com/chimein playChido Obi and the Premier League's youngest starters (0:57)After Manchester United's Chido Obi made his first Premier League start at the age of 17 take a look at the youngest players to have ever started in the competition Manchester United suffered a third Premier League away defeat in four matches on Sunday as they lost 4-3 to Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium It was almost a nightmare start for the Red Devils when Luke Shaw headed a ball narrowly past his own goal following a lack of communication with goalkeeper Altay Bayindir who endured a shaky start before settling into the match Garnacho provided some hope in the 82nd minute with a spectacular effort to reduce the deficit, and Amad's goal in injury time came too late to rescue the game There were positive moments of linkup play between Mount and Garnacho, who combined for three chances across the 57 minutes that the England international played. Christian Eriksen's performance after replacing Mount was also noteworthy with United struggling to garner any control before he was brought on Alejandro Garnacho and Amad both scored 7/10. Andrew Kearns - CameraSport via Getty ImagesManager rating out of 10Ruben Amorim, 5 -- A focus on resting multiple key players ahead of their Europa League semifinal second leg against Athletic Club on Thursday saw Amorim rotate his squad but some young players struggled against Brentford's aggressive pressing and physical style of football The substitutions had a positive effect on the game with Eriksen's influence changing the match particularly in enhancing his side's attacking buildup GK Altay Bayindir 5 - Unconvincing early-on but made several important saves, including a close range header from Christian Nørgaard Little he could do about the goals he conceded DF Luke Shaw 5 - Almost headed the ball past Bayindir in the opening minutes. Unfortunate with his own goal after Damsgaard's effort was deflected off him. Replaced at half-time by Leny Yoro though that looked to be managing minutes ahead of the Athletic Club game rather than his performance DF Matthijs de Ligt 5 - On the floor when United conceded their second before being forced off with an injury. Replaced by Harry Maguire DF Tyler Fredricson 3 - Battled well when isolated in the early exchanges but mistimed his jump for Brentford's second goal to allow Schade to head in Drawn to the ball on Brentford's fourth goal which saw Wissa make a third-man run to put the game out of reach MF Kobbie Mainoo 5 - Struggled to influence the game from midfield against Brentford's aggressive press Took up better positions to create space when moved further forward after Eriksen came on MF Manuel Ugarte 6 - Battled well in some moments but could have been better on the ball Booked after giving it away before a foul to prevent a cross Provided assistance for Amass against Mbeumo in the second half MF Patrick Dorgu 4 - Almost anonymous in the first half Offered little help against the threat of Schade and no encouraging signs when going forward FW Alejandro Garnacho 7 - One of Manchester United's brightest Garnacho's driven cross to assist the opener was delivered with pinpoint accuracy Made amends for missing a chance in the first half with an excellent strike to provide a glimmer of hope late on FW Mason Mount 7 - Timed his run perfectly to get ahead of the Brentford defense and connect with the cross Unlucky not to register an assist after returning the favor to Garnacho on the cusp of half-time FW Chido Obi 6 - At 17 years and 156 days old, he became United's youngest-ever starter. Worked hard to chase down balls while leading the line applying pressure to Brentford's defenders as they tried to clear Fared better in the second half when the Red Devils were more patient in their attacks 35) 5 - Worked well when dealing with Brentford's set pieces but often found himself outnumbered when the opposition overloaded the box Could have been narrower on Brentford's fourth goal to stop the pass getting to Kayode Added much-needed height after Amorm's side struggled to deal with balls in the air 46) 7 - Drove at the defense and tried to get things moving in the right direction Linked well with Garnacho during transitions Scored in the 95th minute after beating his man and striking on his left foot Christian Eriksen (Mount 57) 7 - Involved early after coming on when combining with Garnacho Looked to drop slightly deeper to try to help build attacks from midfield Helped United establish a greater level of control in the game capping a solid performance with the assist for Garnacho's goal Victor Lindelöf (Fredricson 76) N/R - Introduced for the final spell of the game after a difficult day for Fredricson Link IconCopy linkFacebook LogoShare on FacebookXShare on XEmailShare via EmailLink copied to clipboardHow the ‘Long Bright River’ writers and cast brought Kensington’s opioid crisis to the screenCast and crew of 'Long Bright River' listened to local voices about thoughtfully portraying the opioid crisis and the Kensington community When she set out to adapt her best-selling novel Long Bright River for television screens Philly author Liz Moore was committed to portraying the opioid crisis in Kensington — the backdrop for the novel and its adaptation now streaming on Peacock — with accuracy and empathy Both tend to be challenging to capture in many fictional takes on addiction Moore said in an interview last month before the show’s premiere In this historically working-class community residents are protective of how their neighborhood is portrayed — and wary of decades of media productions that define it solely by the crisis on its streets “One of the things we talked about was involving the community at every level,” Moore said explaining that she and showrunner Nikki Toscano discussed at length “the ethics of making art about Philadelphia and specifically art that would include Kensington.” The show follows Michaela “Mickey” Fitzpatrick a police officer working in Kensington whose sister As a serial killer targets sex workers on Kensington Avenue “One main reason to tell a story like this is to give a new perspective and to breed compassion We’re hoping to help be a voice for a community that’s incredibly resilient,” Seyfried said who heads the harm-reduction organization Savage Sisters who plays Kacey and visited Kensington Avenue several times to prepare for the role “We would talk about my substance use in Kensington about survivor sex workers and the things we did — what it’s like to be a person going through that crisis compounded with violence against women and police indifference,” Laurel said but I was very impressed with the way Ashleigh took her time with it.” Cummings has family members who have also struggled with addiction but was raised in Australia and had never heard of the crisis in Kensington before auditioning I tried to spend as much time down the Ave as possible,” she said “There are a lot of exploitative eyes on Kensington but our responsibility was to engender empathy Mickey walks down Kensington Avenue with her new partner “How could someone choose to live like this?” A few scenes later answers the question: “When these women started using,” he says said the cast didn’t want to make “voyeuristic television.” “We didn’t want people to be shocked into it We want them to have empathy from the inside [the opioid crisis] is portrayed in such a way where there’s a blanket view of these things Moore said it was important for the show to portray addiction as a medical condition not a moral failing — even if some of the show’s characters think otherwise She also wanted to subvert narratives about “victims” and “saviors” common in crime fiction “Mickey perceives herself to be morally upright almost in contrast to her sister at the start I think she comes to have a much more nuanced understanding of her own complicity in some dark forces in the neighborhood and also within her own family,” Moore said “She comes to see herself not as the sister who’s done everything right all along but somebody who’s made some questionable choices herself.” to portray Kensington as a place with nuance who has volunteered for years in the neighborhood “We were really committed to portraying it very holistically — as a place that is underserved a place with a really fascinating history,” she said typically avoids media about the opioid crisis — and no fictional portrayal can truly convey the reality on the street in Kensington “I think Kensington has gotten a ton of media a lot of negative media — it’s been trauma porn,” she said “My hope is that [Long Bright River] portraying it in a compassionate way opens hearts and minds.” Source: www.ghanaweb.com « Prev Next » Comments (15) Listen to Article Victoria Bright Former legal advisor to ex-President John Agyekum Kufuor On Sunday, Smith set a career high for hits in a game with four as he helped the Rangers defeat the Seattle Mariners The Rangers (17-18) desperately needed the win to salvage something from what became a 2-5 homestand They also need any spark they can get offensively Amid the demotion of Jake Burger and the relentless lineup changes the past two weeks “I’m surprised he hasn’t done that before (a four-hit game),” Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said afterward He had good at-bats all day and he’s so important to this ball club.” Smith had three games with three hits earlier this season on Sunday — with the roof open — he was almost impossible to get out He went 4-for-5 with three singles and a triple As the Rangers get a day off on Monday and head to Boston to start a six-game road trip Smith is slashing .311/.386/.478 with three home runs and eight RBI He’s scored 16 runs and has four stolen bases Smith moved into the leadoff spot during the road trip to Sacramento and San Francisco last week It was one of several moves to try and shake up the batting order Bochy moved the struggling Marcus Semien — who had batted leadoff since May of 2022 — down in the order He hasn’t hit leadoff in every game — Wyatt Langford has taken a turn — but Smith has been the constant and a catalyst But where he hits doesn’t matter to him — except that maybe he gets a few more first-pitch fastballs to try and hit “I don’t really change my approach wherever I’m hitting in the order,” Smith said It’s easy to see Smith remaining at the top of the order even when Semien’s bat starts to cooperate He is the prototypical leadoff hitter — quick can steal bases and has enough pop to make a pitcher respect his ability to go deep Smith was the only Rangers player to homer in the Mariners series as he slammed one in the ninth inning on Friday He’s also the only Rangers player to see time at seven different positions this season He doesn’t want time at pitcher or catcher he’s too important to the Rangers to risk at either position right now “You saw one day he went from center field to shortstop in the same game,” Bochy said He’s just a great player to have on this team.” Eugenie and sister Princess Beatrice paid tribute to the grandmother they loved and admired in a podcast interview over the weekend. Greek-controlled panamax bulker will be joined on the South Asian recycling beaches by two Asian-owned handies Piraeus-based Bright Brothers Maritime is reported to have sold a 30-year-old panamax bulk carrier to cash buyers for onward resale for recycling. The 71,500-dwt Peter S (built 1995) was sold for somewhere between $468 and $475 per ldt on an as-is Khorfakkan basis in a deal that included 350 tonnes of bunkers remaining on board, according to recycling reports published over the weekend. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Your data on TradeWinds TradeWinds is part of DN Media Group AS From November 1st DN Media Group is responsible for controlling your data on TradeWinds We use your data to ensure you have a secure and enjoyable user experience when visiting our site. 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dribbling through two opponents before slotting a low effort into the back of the net in a first half the hosts utterly dominated before defender Tristan Blackmon bludgeoned a first-time strike into the near post to double Vancouver’s lead midway through the second period A few shoots of hope emerged sporadically for RSL across the 90 minutes but once the hosts got a grip of the game they never let go and it meant by the time midfielder Diego Luna’s late penalty rolled over the line in the sixth minute of stoppage time the final result had already been as good as confirmed save for a final few nervy minutes as Vancouver saw out the one-goal win-advantage The defeat places RSL at joint-top for the most losses in the Western Conference (7) alongside Sporting Kansas City and LA Galaxy and joint-second in the entire division behind only CF Montreal with eight defeats our Player Spotlight series discusses some of the most encouraging personnel talking points from a tempestuous night in British Colombia No one moreso than Mastroeni will be hoping the adage rings true amidst a tight competition for places within his team – and the foremost subject of his current reasoning “There’s a little bit of Thierry Henry in him,” Real Monarchs head coach Mark Lowry enthused about the 18-year-old in a club interview he shared near the start of 2024 On the basis of Saturday night’s performance the fearlessness to go at his man time and time again and no we’re not talking about Lamine Yamal What do you need when your team is down and up against the odds A player not afraid to take matters into their own hands to make things happen and grab the game by the scruff of the neck Saturday was only his second-ever professional start – you’d have been forgiven for thinking it was his 50th composed display in hostile territory en route to a 3-1 away victory against San Diego The 18-year-old only needed eight minutes to begin to make his presence known when his tame deflected shot from a shooting opportunity was eventually gobbled up by Yohei Takaoka in goal for Vancouver It failed to represent the most sweetly struck strike but it was a good judgment of positioning consistent outfield player and the most likely source of a route to goal for his team the RSL academy product outshone all those around him with his skill and willingness on the ball as well as his bravery and effectiveness in running at opponents and creating chances occasionally out of very little an impressive piece of skill and surge of acceleration saw him square up and easily skip past Vancouver defender Tate Johnson down the byline in the penalty box before clipping a lofted ball across to find Alex Katranis for a header at the backpost for what looked like a surefire goal But the Greek wingback somehow failed to find the back of the net from six yards out with the goal gaping in front of him An 18-year-old who plays with the offensive maturity the West Valley City native also ensured he seldom shirked from his defensive responsibilities making it a point to track back and double up with defender Justen Glad to try and stifle Daniels RSL had managed an xG (expected goals) value of 0.44 – concurrently Gozo’s xA (expected assists) figure stood at 0.43 he came close to winning a crucial penalty for the visitors picking up the ball just inside his own half and embarking on a beguiling and through the near-entire length of the opposition half before going down inside the box prompting the center official to immediately point to the spot the spot kick was ultimately retracted following a subsequent VAR review squaring up again to Johnson and almost beating him a deft feint towards the defender’s inside before a late surge to his outside won his side a much-needed corner as RSL searched for a way back into the contest Mastroeni himself lauded the young winger’s commitment and application at the end of the night “I think Gozo is doing all the right things I think having speed on the field makes us a little more dynamic in the attack his one-v-ones going at the defender created quite a few good crossing opportunities especially the one where he played it back post to Alex in the first half – that was really good “The run he went on to get the PK – that’s top stuff from that position He’s breaking into the team at a moment where he’s playing with confidence and the defending he does on that side is relentless “I think that’s really a superpower of his He’s right on the cusp of breaking through and either scoring a goal or setting one up He’s putting himself in great positions and doing all the right things I’m just really proud of the way he’s coming into the team He’s been with us in preseason for the last three years You never know when the moment’s going to come and he’s really taken advantage of his opportunities and played really well.” Next up for RSL is an away clash with FC Dallas in the final of three successive away matches The Nike Shox Ride 2 “Bright 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Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram SBD provides millions of monthly visitors with sneaker updates on Jordan Sneaker Bar Detroit has quickly become one of the top sneaker sources on the web Advertise With Us || Email: info[at]sneakerbardetroit.com Hyeseong Kim made his Major League debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday night at Truist Park and manager Dave Roberts has indicated that Kim will remain with the team at least until Tommy Edman returns from the injured list The Dodgers signed Kim this offseason to a three-year following a trade that sent starting second baseman Gavin Lux to the Cincinnati Reds While the Dodgers initially appeared to be planning for Kim to take over at second base his spring struggles at the plate led the team to adjust their plans Kim began the season with Triple-A Oklahoma City where he was hitting .257 with an .801 OPS before his call-up Roberts explained the decision to bring Kim up: “It’s a process He’s making strides,” Roberts said of Kim’s adjustments “And this quite frankly can be a good opportunity for him to see some major-league pitching and to see the quality and also to get his feet wet to make his major-league debut here in the States.” Roberts added that Kim would likely come off the bench and fill in at different spots with the possibility of getting some starts Kim expressed surprise and excitement about joining the Dodgers “I was very surprised,” Kim said through his interpreter Henny (Scott Hennessey) announced to me that I was going to go to the Show I came in with a very happy and very excited mindset Kim showcased his impressive speed and baserunning instincts After Andy Pages singled against Atlanta closer Raisel Iglesias As Iglesias delivered his third pitch to pinch hitter Will Smith When Smith struck out and the ball dribbled away from catcher Drake Baldwin Roberts praised Kim’s baserunning prowess “That’s an instinctual play,” manager Dave Roberts said … That’s just some of the things that speed and what Hyeseong brings to the table.” The Dodgers envisioned this level of athleticism when they acquired Kim from Korea recognizing it as a quality the veteran roster doesn’t have in abundance the Dodgers were unable to capitalize on the scoring opportunity They had the tying run on second with no outs “Kim did an amazing job coming off the bench Subscribe to LAFB Network’s YouTube Channel You don't have permission to access the page you requested. What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed. He nailed a PAT in the second half of the Huskies’ annual spring football game. This was a spring capper the way coach Jedd Fisch wanted it, an evening of sanctioned levity at Husky Stadium that at times offered interesting football, too. The Gold team defeated the Purple team, 20-12, though Purple could have trimmed the deficit on the final play if only edge rusher Isaiah Ward had been as adept at placekicking as Coleman. UW announced attendance at 20,565 — that’s tickets scanned, not distributed — which is a couple-thousand more than what this event drew a year ago. Michael Penix Jr. flew in to be an honorary coach. Former star linebacker Donald Butler represented the other side, and former stars like John Ross III and Sidney Jones attended, too. Also, Corgis raced at halftime (congratulations to GG, who possessed not only the requisite knowledge that a race was actually happening, but also the quicks needed to win). Gymnasts did backflips down the field to determine which team got the ball first. The winning team earned a steak and seafood feast; the losers earned rice and beans. Players signed autographs and posed for selfies with fans during the game. “We want to make it a celebration of spring football,” Fisch said. “We also want to be able to get better while we’re doing it. To me, you go play a two-hour game. I don’t know the total amount of snaps, but there was probably 85 to 90 snaps. There was interceptions. There was touchdowns. There was tackles. There was fumbles. There was a lot of things that you can coach off of. “I don’t know why anyone would want to waste their 15th practice and not be able to coach off of it.” A bit more about the interceptions, touchdowns, tackles, fumbles and more: SEATTLE \u2014 Washington\u2019s star tailback pulled his helmet off and jogged into a cartwheel before executing a celebratory backflip on Friday night Jonah Coleman did this not to commemorate a victory or even a touchdown but instead something he might never get to do again He nailed a PAT in the second half of the Huskies\u2019 annual spring football game This was a spring capper the way coach Jedd Fisch wanted it an evening of sanctioned levity at Husky Stadium that at times offered interesting football though Purple could have trimmed the deficit on the final play if only edge rusher Isaiah Ward had been as adept at placekicking as Coleman UW announced attendance at 20,565 \u2014 that\u2019s tickets scanned not distributed \u2014 which is a couple-thousand more than what this event drew a year ago Former star linebacker Donald Butler represented the other side and former stars like John Ross III and Sidney Jones attended Corgis raced at halftime (congratulations to GG who possessed not only the requisite knowledge that a race was actually happening Gymnasts did backflips down the field to determine which team got the ball first The winning team earned a steak and seafood feast; the losers earned rice and beans Players signed autographs and posed for selfies with fans during the game \u201CWe want to make it a celebration of spring football,\u201D Fisch said \u201CWe also want to be able to get better while we\u2019re doing it I don\u2019t know the total amount of snaps There was a lot of things that you can coach off of \u201CI don\u2019t know why anyone would want to waste their 15th practice and not be able to coach off of it.\u201D The best way to watch most content is to turn the lights off this isn't very practical during the day when watching sports with the curtains open or if you simply like to leave the lights on while watching your favorite shows You don't want to see distracting reflections on your screen so if you plan on placing your TV in a bright room there are certain criteria you should consider before purchasing This becomes especially important if you're in a smaller space with a lamp positioned in front of the screen The lamp's reflection will be distracting if your TV doesn't do a good job of reducing the intensity of the light The Sony BRAVIA 9 QLED is the best TV for bright rooms we've tested Its superb reflection handling and SDR brightness means it easily overcomes glare so you aren't distracted by indirect reflections on your TV screen. It also does an adequate job of reducing the intensity of direct reflections but it's still best to try and avoid placing a light source opposite the screen As impressive as this TV is in a bright room It has exceptional black levels with almost no blooming thanks to its highly effective local dimming control It's also a great option for 4k Blu-ray collectors or those looking to get the most out of high-quality streaming services due to its support for Dolby Vision and DTS audio formats The TV's image processing is excellent for upscaling and smoothing out low-quality content It's also very accurate in both SDR and HDR so it delivers an image that respects the content creator's intent It's not the best option if you regularly watch shows or movies with a big group of friends since the image degrades when viewed from the sides of the screen it's a great option if you need a TV that pairs well with modern consoles It has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth on two ports for up to 4k @ 120Hz with VRR so it's fully compatible with the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S Although most of these picks focus on TVs for bright indoor rooms Even if you want to use your TV in an enclosure outside so you'll want something that gets bright enough and minimizes reflections well Samsung designed this TV explicitly for outdoor use making it one of the brightest TVs we've tested it has an IP55 rating for water protection so you won't have to worry too much if it rains meaning it looks amazing in any outdoor setup so the Sony is the better choice unless you plan on using it outdoors The best anti-glare TV in the mid-range category is the Hisense U8/U8N. It's a great TV for watching shows or sports during the day. Like the Sony BRAVIA 9 QLED it uses Mini LED technology to get exceptionally bright and overcome glare from indirect reflections and it does an okay job of lessening the intensity of direct reflections The TV has surprisingly good image processing capabilities so movies and shows look good no matter their source even if it isn't quite as good as the Sony TV the TV displays very deep blacks with only slightly more blooming than the Sony The TV's viewing angle is even narrower than that of the Sony so it's not as good overall if you have a wide seating arrangement as the image isn't consistent when viewed from the sides it's an excellent TV for gaming thanks to its low input lag and HDMI 2.1 bandwidth on all four HDMI ports for up to 4k @ 144Hz gaming making it fully compatible with recent consoles If you also turn the lights off to watch movies or shows the TV's local dimming delivers deep blacks that are quite impressive for a TV in this price range It's even bright enough in HDR to make some highlights pop out against darker backgrounds you lose something by going with a cheaper model the TV doesn't get as bright as the more expensive models above doesn't remove artifacts very well from low-quality content you can choose to drop your resolution to play games up to 1440p @ 120Hz which is a great feature for a budget model The Hisense A7N is the best cheap television overall for bright rooms meaning it fights glare in rooms with a few lights on It delivers decent overall picture quality but lacks advanced features like local dimming but it's not quite bright enough to make most highlights stand out and its low-quality content smoothing is quite bad it has the same good upscaling capabilities as the more expensive Hisense models This cheap TV even offers gamers low input lag and VRR support you are limited to a 60Hz refresh rate across all resolutions The Samsung S95D OLED is the only OLED on the market that uses a matte screen coating The screen coating does an amazing job of eliminating reflections caused by glare but it does so at the cost of picture quality in a bright room making it lose the impact an OLED typically has Unless you also regularly use your TV in a dark room where the impact of an OLED is really seen you're better off getting a TV like the Sony BRAVIA 9 QLED or the Hisense U8/U8N The Roku Select Series is a good alternative to the Hisense A7N The Roku gets brighter than the Hisense in SDR but the Hisense has better reflection handling so they perform very similarly in bright rooms Dropped the LG G4 OLED from the Notable Mentions since the Samsung S95D OLED is the better alternative to the Mini LED models on our list We also refreshed text throughout the article for clarity and added a custom table at the bottom of the article that sorts TVs based on our new Bright Room usage We added the Samsung S95D OLED to the Notable Mentions and reviewed the text for accuracy Our recommendations above are what we think are currently the best TVs for bright rooms for most people in each price range We factor in the price (a cheaper TV wins over a pricier one if the difference isn't worth it) and availability (no TVs that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere) If you would like to do the work of choosing yourself Be careful not to get too caught up in the details most TVs are great enough to please almost everyone and the differences are often not noticeable unless you really look for them That’s not just a budget line – it’s a major opportunity. Beyond the initial installation cost, solar panels require minimal maintenance and are built to last 30 to 35 years offering a long-term return on investment that can generate savings for decades.  These savings can be redirected toward educational priorities such as hiring staff This is a common issue among climate initiatives: promising beginnings that fall short when it comes to long-term support and equitable access While partial funding is a significant step Solar use in K-12 schools has tripled over the past decade in Pennsylvania, yet as of 2024, still less than 2% of schools generate and use their own solar power – a strikingly low figure that lags well behind the national average of 11% In Solar for Schools’ first application round, demand far exceeded expectations with 88 schools from 25 counties applying for $88 million in funding, despite only $25 million being available This overwhelming response highlights the clear and growing interest among educational institutions to transition to clean energy yet the limited availability of resources may leave many without support.  Without a corresponding increase in investment the enthusiasm driving this initiative risks turning into frustration particularly for schools that have already begun planning for a solar future a figure that fell far short of early projections and the overwhelming demand from schools However, in March 2025 Rep Fiedler mentioned the possibility of an additional $25 million being added to Solar for Schools in Governor Shapiro’s next budget It is expected that the grant recommendations will be released in May and schools are already envisioning what they can do with the potential funding the conversation is shifting toward what’s at stake and what solar could make possible beyond the installations themselves Carlisle is pursuing a solar project for a second school While they’ve already seen the financial payoff from Bellaire Elementary’s success their motivation goes deeper than just cost savings expanding solar is part of a broader commitment to sustainability As important as the revenue and cost savings are to the district even more powerful to me is that we are teaching our children about the importance of saving energy and being good stewards for the environment That educational impact is already coming to life Colleen Friend shared that the district’s Program Supervisor for Science is especially excited to integrate the solar array into Pennsylvania’s new Science Environmental Literacy and Sustainability standards.  Similarly, students are also excited about a renewable future. A memorable example involved eighth grade students taking part in a “Shark Tank”-inspired project where they presented innovative ideas to school administrators on how to improve energy efficiency in their own school buildings Friend also explains that “This would be a win at every angle you look at it.” In addition to the educational and environmental benefits expanding solar in schools brings broader community advantages: reducing strain on local energy grids and demonstrating how schools can lead by example in addressing climate challenges But to turn early progress into lasting impact and continued public attention will be essential to ensure that clean energy has a sustainable and equitable foundation is a powerful reminder that the shift to clean energy isn’t just about infrastructure they’re planting the seeds of climate action in the minds of young people giving communities the tools to shape their own energy future Ready to take the next step? Sign on to Earth Action Day to take bold more sustainable planet by encouraging the switch to renewables.  Informed communities and unstoppable communities you have a role to play in shaping a just future From supporting clean energy programs to integrating climate lessons into classrooms Join the World’s Largest Environmental Movement Donate Become a Volunteer Tax ID - 13-3798288 1752 N Street NW Suite 700 Washington, DC 20036 +1 (202) 518- 0044 [email protected] plays on several soccer teams including a travel club in Westchester and spends time with her family and friends But as she and her mom filed into the Ambassador Theatre in Midtown Manhattan on Thursday night she had one thing on her mind: seeing her idol “I love Midge because she’s awesome!” Chloe said from her fifth-row seat several could be spotted wearing Purce jerseys or other Gotham FC merch As the curtain came up and the 29-year-old walked out to deliver the opening monologue it was clear that Sports Illustrated Stadium was making its presence known on The Great White Way “I’ve been to Broadway shows and I’ve been to Gotham games and it was fun to see the two worlds collide,” says Purce’s former teammate Nicole Baxter who was also in attendance on Thursday night “The more you can get Gotham collaborating with the New York City staples of entertainment and business the more people in this area are going to start to recognize not only Gotham but the people and personalities of the players.” it had been a long time since they’d seen a Broadway show and for many of the patrons seeing Chicago they had never heard of Gotham or Purce before Thursday night “I think tonight some Broadway fans may have become Midge and Gotham fans Midge signed my playbill❤️ pic.twitter.com/fA5UbxC7lJ someone that I really look up to and a player that when I came to Gotham I really wanted to meet—of course I had to see her in her first Broadway show!” Silva said she’s an outstanding player and off the pitch she’s an incredible human being.” she certainly had the stage presence needed for the Broadway stage Purce was joined by actors Tia Altinay and Rachel Schur for a talkback hosted by CBS Sports analyst Darian Jenkins Nine-year-old Chloe made her way down to the front row “I was struck by how calm she was,” said one of the company members “I’ve been subbed on in the first half for the national team,” Purce replied with a laugh The trio spoke in depth about the crossovers between the training and athleticism necessary for professional athletes and actors there were plenty of similarities to be found between the two industries “Seeing the intersection between the athletes and actors how they have to maintain their bodies is such a parallel,” Jenkins says.“I know this personally and so does Midge how much more you have to take care of your body to perform day in and day out.” With Gotham FC’s profile continuing to grow in the women’s soccer landscape the New Jersey-located team has been working hard to bring the club into the daily lives of their friends across the Hudson River The team has recently partnered with several bars and restaurants across the city including Legends NYC in Manhattan and Crystal Lake in Williamsburg to make sure fans can always find places to watch the games Having Purce make her Broadway debut provided the team with a unique way to bring the team to a group of people who may be unfamiliar with the fact that a championship-winning women’s soccer team plays just a few miles away “I love that this is so unique to New York and Gotham,” Jenkins says “It makes complete sense that the people who love Broadway would also love a show on the field.” Purce signed a one-year deal with Gotham FC for the 2025 season / Courtesy of NJ/NY Gotham FCIn typical New York fashion including those from the club’s longtime supporters group Cloud 9 crowded around the stage door following the talkback eager to get a photo with Purce to commemorate her one-night stint on stage 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process to fill the molds.   “It was quiet, subtle, and moving,” said Kronfield, director of RIT’s Schools of Art and American Crafts and author of the hot iron performance titled Prelude to Hope “Many of us cried silently while working with the flowers.” Not far away, scrap iron melted at 3,000 degrees in an RIT student-made cupola furnace is poured into lotus flower-shaped molds. Kelly Wilton instructional support specialist in the College of Art and Design leads the merging of the hot-iron flowers — in their orange-red glowing glory — with the real flowers eliciting a stimulating experience of vibrant light and floral aroma as the petals press against the hot iron.  The performance progressed from visualizing the hopeful feeling of new creation to what Kronfield describes as “hope burns.” “That part of the performance symbolized the need for sacrifice to create something new and literally ‘hope burns,’” Kronfield said.  “Prelude to Hope,” performed under a dusk-turned-dark southern sky, closed the 2025 National Conference on Contemporary Cast Iron Art and Practices (NCCCIAP) The conference was held in early April at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark in Birmingham current undergraduate and graduate students RIT was present in every corner of the conference.  into molds during Kronfield's closing performance at NCCCIAP Kronfield wrote her performance with Shanti Thakur director of the School of Film and Animation NCCCIAP’s juried exhibitions heavily featured work by students and alumni, including Parker Dubiel ’25 (studio arts BFA - sculpture and expanded forms option), Matt Mroz (fine arts studio MFA), Caleb Sykora-Bodie ’26 MFA (ceramics) Students from RIT’s School of Art and School for American Crafts won the “Oscar” award in the Student Cupola competition which challenges participating institutions to build a melting device capable of melting casting iron in a foundry setting They earned the honor for building a highly-functioning furnace.  Wilton mentored the students in the fall and spring semesters on building and running a furnace “I wanted the students to be able to walk away with the knowledge on how to build and run a furnace with things they could easily find themselves if they wished to continue casting and build a cupola for their own studio practice,” Wilton said “You can easily get lost in the aesthetics of your build forgetting that the most important part is that it runs well.” The cupola creators, from the ceramics MFA and studio arts BFA programs (furniture design, metals and jewelry design The RIT creators of "Dolly," their NCCCIAP award-winning cupola furnace The students took Wilton’s Foundry Practices class and collectivelty built the steel structure outside of their coursework. The affectionately named Dolly measured in at 3 feet wide and 6 1/2 feet tall.  “Each student utilized their strengths in building the cupola together,” Wilton said “Sculpture and metals had more practice in welding and creating the steel structure while furniture and ceramics had skills in precision and creating armatures for the refectory casting process Everyone naturally fell into a role that they had the most passion for.” Wilton competed in the same NCCCIAP cupola competition when she was an RIT graduate student The experience ushered in a connection with the “wonderful” iron-casting community that has only grown stronger she hopes another generation of artists is similarly impacted “These moments develop you into a reliable and hard-working artist,” Wilton said It also instantly gives these students good reputations if they decide to pursue master’s degrees or jobs at other universities that attend It essentially acts as an in-person interview by showcasing their skills as a team.” Wilton said as a direct result of connections made and the cupola work at the conference, Handley was awarded a prestigious Metals Arts fall internship at Rivers of Steel a historic blast furnace complex in Pittsburgh is set to help with iron-casting workshops and the organization's annual Festival of Combustion while also receiving a stipend to make original work.  Dan Hughes, lecturer of photographic sciences photographed the “Prelude to Hope” performance as well as the cupola running in the student competition Kronfield credits Hughes’ documentation as original artwork that displayed the “beauty and fierceness of molten iron.” Hughes also scouted the Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark as a possible future RIT Big Shot location As flower-shaped molds filled with molten iron joined real flower petals during the "Prelude to Hope" performance it filled the air with vibrant light and pleasant floral smells Photography grad has her eyes set on unique career E-edition PLUS unlimited articles & videos Personalized news alerts with our mobile app *Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories Please subscribe to continue reading… Email notifications are only sent once a day As the names and scholarships flashed across the screen two words kept drawing my attention: Bright Flight That’s the name of the Missouri higher education scholarship my daughter and other Lafayette High School seniors earned It was senior awards night in the high school gymnasium and students finishing their K-12 education were being honored for various accomplishments This is an occupational hazard that often annoys my wife We’ll be at an event and my attention will seem to shift elsewhere with my face glazed over as I ponder an idea that popped into my head She’ll poke me and ask: “You’re writing a column he was a Democratic state representative from Columbia University leaders were worried about a trend: many of the highest-performing high school students in Missouri were heading out of state for college The “Bright Flight” scholarship was created to counter that trend it awarded up to $2,000 to the top 3% of Missouri graduating seniors about two-thirds of the state’s highest-performing students left Missouri for college the first year the Bright Flight scholarships were awarded 62% of those students chose to stay in the state But back then, tuition at any of the in-state public schools in Missouri was less than $2,000 The scholarship covered the full cost of tuition state support for higher education in Missouri as a percentage of the overall state budget just four years after the Bright Flight bill was passed the University of Missouri-Columbia received 70% of its funding from the state tuition made up 62% of the university’s revenue; state funding was only 30% This isn’t just a Missouri problem. Nationally, the “student share” of the cost of higher education doubled from 20% to 40% between 1980 and 2023. Unfortunately, Missouri’s historically poor per-capita support for higher education — between 47th and 49th in the nation depending on who’s doing the counting — makes the problem worse than in other states What that means in practice is that all of Missouri’s scholarship programs those for academics and those for financial need don’t produce nearly as much bang for the buck as they used to Access Missouri and the A+ program all suffer from underfunding meaning the promises made when the Missouri Legislature created those programs are no longer fulfilled A year ago, Fred Hall, a former curator at Mizzou, called me to lament the situation “Government should be the great equalizer by giving those with fewer resources equal opportunity,” Hall said low funding with higher tuition means a denial to those who currently have dreams but no means.” the Republicans who control the General Assembly seem to celebrate minor bumps in higher education funding while also talking about further diminishing the state’s tax base so that there will never be an opportunity to reverse Missouri’s race to the bottom A Bright Flight scholarship that once covered full tuition at a state university now offers up to $1,000 for students like my daughter which is less than 10% of the yearly tuition at a state institution Mizzou now costs more than $14,000 a year for a full-time student (not including housing expenses) — while the state’s scholarship program is stuck in 1986 It’s no wonder that student debt in the past two decades has more than doubled, with parents and students owing more than $1.6 trillion because loans are the only way many people can fund higher education As I sat in the gymnasium applauding the accomplishments of my daughter and her friends many of whom will attend college out of state I took a break from the parental pride to lament Missouri’s new reality Bright Flight has become just two words on a screen rather than a promise made from one generation to the next Louis County Library system has hired six social workers to move among its 20 branches But one man is still trying to protect his property rights Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device DETROIT -- Cade Cunningham couldn't shake the immediate feeling of "disappointment" after Thursday night's series-ending Game 6 playoff loss to the New York Knicks But after enduring a 14-68 season in 2023-24, the Detroit Pistons star found solace after completing a 44-win turnaround "We felt good about this series," said Cunningham 8 assists and 7 rebounds in a 116-113 loss but that feeling will stick with us throughout the summer in our workouts He then blew a kiss to quiet the merciless crowd at Little Caesars Arena Thompson said he would learn from the experience "And I told him straight to his face after the series In the second quarter, the Pistons trailed by as many as 15 points before clawing back to take a 61-59 halftime lead after a 3-point buzzer-beater by Malik Beasley the Pistons turned an 11-point deficit into a seven-point edge with a 20-2 run but couldn't close out the Knicks who responded with an 11-1 run to close the game The Pistons now have lost 10 straight home playoff games the longest streak in NBA postseason history But they said there was a lot to take away from their first playoff series since 2018-19 we continued to fight for each other and have each other's back and we lived with the results but I think we gave ourselves a chance every game and we just didn't pull through." Bickerstaff said he felt being part of this group gave him a "renewed sense of purpose in this profession" as he watched it revitalize the fanbase "You don't get playoff experience until you get playoff experience but I thought the guys did a tremendous job of learning from moment to moment game to game and trying to figure out how you can have an impact on winning." Cunningham put together an impressive playoff debut. He joined Luka Doncic (2020) and Oscar Robertson (1962) as the only players to average 25 points 8 rebounds and 8 assists in their first playoff series in NBA history He said he was most proud of the jump he made in leading the team as a facilitator and teammate "We proved to ourselves that what we have in the room works and can be very successful in the NBA," he said we proved that to the rest of the league as well that when they come play Detroit it's going to be a dogfight and you're going to have to come play the whole 48 and if you get up early on we're going to find our way back into the game and give ourselves a shot to win every night So I think that's the thing that the whole league has taken notice and just the belief in the locker room has grown a ton." Pistons owner Tom Gores held an impromptu news conference ahead of Game 6 and while he said he anticipated this season's team would do well he acknowledged he didn't think it would do this well the future looks bright in Detroit with a strong foundation intact "How they've been able to get through adversity is so impressive I've done everything I could for this city I've never got the city that excited before this team showed up and they're just showing it on the floor "I'm sure a lot of people still are not going to predict us to get anywhere The anticipation in São Paulo reached a fever pitch Saturday when the adult black belts finally took the mats at the 2025 IBJJF Brasileiros and they delivered with awesome action all day long.  The action will continue streaming live on FloGrappling on Sunday May 4 with four athletes still vying for double gold and tons of elite matchups to look forward to it was the land of the giants with athletes from heaviest weights navigating their way to the finals.  Erich Munis will take on Marcus Ribeiro in a rematch from the 2024 Crown finals (which Munis won by submission) and Gabi Pessanha faces Yara Soares in another rematch between the two.  Munis and Pessanha carry all submissions into day two.  Meyram Alves was also a huge factor in the men's open making it all the way to the quarters before falling to Marcus he then had to withdraw from the feather bracket as well.  Yara Soares picked up two big wins to make the open and heavy finals beating world champion Melissa Cueto in close bouts.  again faced Tayane Porfirio after their controversial match last week at BJJ Stars 15 no controversy as Gabi picked up the clean submission win The women's finals are set and we have another stacked round of action for everyone when those matches get going tomorrow.  The European and Pan finals were all incredible this season so don't miss it submitting her way into two more major finals and looks like her generally unstoppable self Mayssa spent about 45 seconds on the mat on her way to the finals today She's got Atos's Thaís Loureiro tomorrow and continues to prove why she's probably already the best women's rooster ever she was upset at Pans so Thaís certainly has something to build off of Cassia Moura has a chance to win her first gi major title as the 19 year old phenom beat Maria Luiza in a rematch of their controversial Pans final Cassia will face world medalist Margot Ciccarelli tomorrow - whoever wins that match is the likely favorite for the Pyramid (considering Ana and Tata won't be there this year) The top two women's lightweights in the world will meet again tomorrow when Brianna Ste-Marie takes on Janaina Maia They met at the Crown last year with BSM winning in an impressive show but Maia has looked better than ever this year and is undefeated in 2025 Back to back one seeds fell at middle and medium-heavy when Rebeca Lima beat Thalyta Lima and Giovanna Carniero beat Ingridd Alves.  Rebeca Lima will face Lis Clay in the finals after Elisabeth beat Vitoria Vieira and then Gisele Tavares back-to-back She was really excited after beating Tavares in a rematch from Pans and a gold medal would cap off this comeback weekend for Clay The finals will be (rankings according to FloGrappling's official rankings): By and large the men's divisions (which only went up to the quarters) were a lot of the biggest names getting in an early match and often winning in impressive submission.  There were several key upsets in the early rounds of men's action The men's quarters are set tomorrow and feature a lot of critical bouts.  Every Match of the 2025 IBJJF Brasileiro will be streamed LIVE on FloGrappling and the FloSports App. Archives of each match, highlights, news and more will be available here on FloWrestling for all FloSports & FloGrappling subscribers for the duration of their subscription A complete list of every participant set to compete at the IBJJF Brasileiro, separated by belt color and weight class, can be found here. The full schedule for the IBJJF Brasileiro 2025 can be found on the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation website here. The IBJJF Grand Slam is a collection of four major gi tournaments throughout the season.  FloGrappling is the streaming home to the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu events and news coverage FloGrappling is the streaming home of:  Get the most important Jiu-Jitsu stories delivered straight to your inbox In a time when many families are searching for meaningful activities that build character Lake County 4-H is quietly shaping the leaders of tomorrow At the heart of this movement is the 4-H Club a shining example of what youth can accomplish when given guidance 4‑H empowers young people with the skills to lead for a lifetime by taking a learn-by-doing approach Based on interests and guided by adult mentors 4-H youth actively participate in projects As a proud volunteer leader of the local 4H Club-1776 Alyssia Franklin had the privilege of watching its members thrive this past year From agriculture and animal care to public speaking and leadership these young people have not only set high 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leaders show that Bay County's future is bright | LetterPanama City News HeraldOur Future Is Bright One of the things I love most about my role at the Bay County Chamber of Commerce is that it's always fun it also gives me the gift of real inspiration — and this week was one of those special moments we had the privilege of celebrating an exceptional group of high school students as they graduated from our eight-month Junior Leadership Bay Program confidence and heart were nothing short of inspiring and they left me with an overwhelming sense of hope These students are more than just impressive — they are the leaders of tomorrow I can say with confidence that our future is in good hands I was equally moved by the support system surrounding these students Success never happens in isolation — it's shaped by the encouragement of families and a community that invests in them and believes in their potential This "village" stood behind them every step of the way we had the honor of hearing 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Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin answers questions from the medianduring the NFL Annual League Meeting at The Breakers A moment of tough love can redefine a career and reshape a team’s dynamic even promising talent must confront the hard truths behind their behavior reached a pivotal decision point last season What might have been dismissed as youthful rebellion took a more serious turn when Tomlin sat down with George Pickens—not simply to review game strategies but to have a candid maturity conversation that resonated far beyond the playbook This intervention highlighted how even the brightest prospects must align with the rigorous standards required to excel at the highest level Pickens’ journey has been as complex as it is promising such as enigmatic “free me” messages and a social media retreat marked by a wave of unfollowing contributed to an unmistakable off-day energy during practices and on the sidelines steeped in both youthful exuberance and questionable decision-making underscored the delicate balance between individual expression and collective team discipline Beyond this disciplinary flashpoint lies an emerging narrative of potential The undrafted free agent class under the Steelers’ banner has shown flashes of promise that belie their unconventional entry into the league there is an unmistakable energy—a raw talent and determination waiting to be refined by experience and guided by established leadership Tomlin’s intervention serves as both a corrective measure and a beacon of his commitment to molding character as well as athletic ability Reflections on Growth and Future Possibilities this episode stands as a reminder of what it means to lead with both firmness and insight It is a demonstration that genuine growth often comes from confronting challenges head-on—transforming individual missteps into valuable learning experiences for the entire team The future for Pickens and his compatriots is filled with both hurdles and opportunities and raw talent may ultimately converge to forge a competitive edge the moment of reckoning with Pickens serves not only as a cautionary tale but also as a catalyst for future success—a clear testament to the transformative power of accountability and strong leadership in shaping the landscape of professional sports A New Chapter on the Field A transformative wave has swept through the Washington Commanders as fresh faces and seasoned veterans alike embrace new identities on the gridiron... 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Ambassador Dr PRINCE MARIO-MAX SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE is a working Royal Public Speaker and Philanthropist ♔ Prince Mario-Max is the son of Royal Dignitaries H.H Therefore they are the Royal Danish Nachod Line of The Princes of Schaumburg-Lippe ♔ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/princemariomax/ Website http://www.schaumburglippe.org Facebook https://www.facebook.com/zuschaumburglippe X-Twitter https://twitter.com/schaumburglippe Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/prince-mario-max-schaumburg-lippe-1879978a Prince Mario Max Schaumburg Lippe: Canvas Meets Code – Artem Mirolevich and Dmitry Trekhsvyatsky Launch Bold New Exhibition in NYC Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: The Allure of Cannes – My Royal Anticipation for the 2025 Festival and its Illustrious Galas The Lucille Awards celebrated their 40th Anniversary and it proved that Off Broadway is still a vibrant and exciting place to be musicals and special events that were produced this year and that abbreviated list numbered over 50 New musicals and plays as well as solo shows and revivals were feted by a talented group of presenters and an enthusiastic audience Co-host Alaska Thunderfuck sang the opening number fresh from her successful run in Drag:the Musical opened the show with a medley of tunes from previous Off Broadway musicals: The Fantastics while the currently running Little Shop and Titanique were included with songs of their own Stompwas honored with Alaska comically banging a broom on a drum and The Gazillion Bubble Show came to life with Ms Thunderfuck blowing bubbles with a child’s toy To present the first few awards the towering Alaska was joined by the five foot one inch Lea DeLaria; a pairing reminiscent of the comic duo Mutt and Jeff but funnier David Beach and Laura Jordan again wrote a wonderful script for all the presenters and the ad libs of these two just added to the levity of the night The winners of the night were diverse with no one show running away with all the awards The first few awards were divided among The Big Gay Jamboree (Paris Nix – Outstanding Featured Performer – Musical); Our Class (Jan Pappelbaum- Scenic Design) as well as Ensemble; Orlando (Oana Botez – Costume Design); Here There Are the Blueberries (twice nominated David Bengali for Projection Design) and Table 17 (Michael Rishawn who gave such a moving speech that brought tears to the eyes for Featured Performer in a Play) currently in Good Night and Good Luck and Maya Hawke soon to be at the Signature Theater in Sarah Rule’s Eurydice (or as Ms Glazer refer to it The next awards again brought in some new productions: The Antiquities (Tyler Micoleau – Lighting Design); Sumo (Fabian Obispo – Sound Design); Orlando (Oana Botez-Costume Design) The Choreography award was a pleasing tie with Connor Gallagher taking it for The Big Gay Jamboree Lynn Taylor-Corbett who passed away this past January was remembered for her work on  Distant Thunder Her son accepted the award with a heartfelt remembrance of her career and gratitude for her long career Nick Adams from Drag:The Musical was also in the most recent revival of A Chorus Line Baayork and three of the singers who paid tribute to A Chorus Line The Lucille Lortel Awards are only 40 years old so they were not around when A Chorus Line first came to the Newhouse Theater at The Public That show is celebrating 50 years and rightfully was honored by two of the originating stars: Donna McKenknie Ms Lee has continued the legacy of the show choreographing and producing the show throughout the world these past five decades  A musical tribute was performed for the show directing and production awards ended the evening with a varied group as well Lead Performer in a Musical went to Sarin Monae West for Medea Re-Versed Our Class received its third award for director to Igor Golyak and Outstanding Revival gave it their fourth award for the night Kara Young who is also nominated for a Tony this year for Purpose brought a second award to Table 17 for Lead Performer in a Play Andrew Scott earned his trophy for his solo performance in Vanya Lortel recipient Outstanding Featured Performer in a Play Michael Rishawn of Table 17 The Production awards went to Here There Are Blueberries for Outstanding Play and Three Houses for Outstanding Musical Honorary Awards were presented to Carol Fishman for The Edith Oliver Service to Off-Broadway and New Federal Theatre for its Outstanding Body of Work Alice Childress will be memorialized with her star on the Playwright’s Sidewalk With so many shows being honored by awards the Lucille Lortels prove that this was a great year of diverse offerings and that Off Broadway continues its proud tradition of innovation and quality Suzie Toot fresh from RuPauls 17th Season of Drag Race with producer of Drag:The Musical Tony Winner Lauren Patten celebrates Off Broadway The New York Drama Critics’ Circle today named Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’s Purpose Best Play of the 2024-25 season The award for Best Musical went to Maybe Happy Ending The selections were made at the organization’s 89th annual voting meeting This year the Circle introduced new awards for the first time since 1962:  Best Individual Performance which went to Andrew Scott for Vanya; and Best Ensemble Performance Special Citations were awarded to: Cole Escola for Oh Mary!; Cats: The Jellicle Ball; and David Greenspan for lifetime achievement which will be presented in a private ceremony on Thursday include a cash prize of $2,500 for Best Play made possible by a grant from the Lucille Lortel Foundation written by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and directed by Phylicia Rashad The play received its world premiere at Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre on March 24 received its New York premiere at Broadway’s Belasco Theatre on November 12  The musical had its world premiere in Seoul South Korea at Lifeway Hall in the DCF Daemyung Cultural Factory in 2016 The New York Drama Critics’ Circle comprises 23 drama critics from daily newspapers wire services and websites based in the New York metropolitan area The New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award which has been awarded every year since 1936 to the best new play of the season (with optional awards for foreign or American plays is the nation’s second-oldest playwriting award theater critic and editor for Time Out New York has served as president of the NYDCC since 2005 Zachary Stewart of TheaterMania serves as vice president; Helen Shaw of The New Yorker is treasurer the members of the New York Drama Critics’ Circle are David Barbour Emeritus members include Melissa Rose Bernardo A full breakdown of this year’s voting will be posted tonight on the organization’s website The ocean air is mild but with an unparalleled energy each May as the International Film Festival unfurls its red carpet transforming the glamorous French Riviera into the epicenter of the cinematic world this prestigious event has been a beacon for filmmakers celebrating the art of storytelling and shaping the future of global cinema I find myself filled with immense excitement and anticipation for the 78th edition of the festival in 2025 particularly the dazzling array of galas that punctuate this illustrious occasion The Royal and European Prince has confirmed his presence at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 is more than just a series of film screenings; it’s a cultural phenomenon It serves as a vital platform for both established and emerging filmmakers to showcase their groundbreaking work often setting trends and introducing new narratives that resonate worldwide can catapult a film to international acclaim and secure its place in cinematic history the festival fosters a crucial spirit of collaboration between film-producing nations encouraging the development of cinematographic art in all its diverse forms While the films themselves are the heart of the festival the galas are the glittering jewels in its crown These exclusive events are more than just social gatherings; they are integral to the Cannes experience * Networking and Collaboration: The galas provide an unparalleled environment for industry professionals – producers and the future of filmmaking is often shaped * Celebration of Achievement: Galas often celebrate specific cinematic achievements or the premieres of highly anticipated films They offer a moment to recognize and applaud the talent and hard work that goes into creating impactful cinema * Fundraising and Philanthropy: Many of the high-profile galas held during the Cannes Film Festival serve as crucial fundraising events for important causes is a legendary event that brings together celebrities and philanthropists to support AIDS research The Sustainability Gala also highlights the importance of environmental responsibility within the film and fashion industries * Cultural Exchange and Glamour: The galas are a dazzling display of international glamour and cultural exchange creating a unique atmosphere of sophistication and prestige The red carpet becomes a global stage for high fashion with designers showcasing their most exquisite creations attending the Cannes International Film Festival in 2025 is a deeply exciting prospect for several reasons As someone with a keen appreciation for the art of filmmaking and its power to transcend cultural boundaries I am eager to immerse myself in the diverse selection of films from around the world The festival offers a unique window into different cultures the galas present a remarkable opportunity to engage with the international film community and witness firsthand the energy and passion that drives this dynamic industry As someone who also works in media and enjoys fostering creative collaborations I am particularly interested in the networking possibilities that these events afford The chance to support philanthropic endeavors through these high-profile gatherings is also a significant draw with its rich history and enduring significance remains a vital force in the world of cinema and culture Its galas are an essential part of this magic I eagerly anticipate my attendance at the 2025 festival ready to experience the cinematic brilliance and the captivating allure of its celebrated galas It promises to be an unforgettable celebration of storytelling Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced the Honorees for Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production Shailene Woodley (Cult of Love) will receive the 16th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater and Tony Award winner Leslie Uggams will receive the 12th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre and Good Luck) will receive a 2025 TWA Special Award for Outstanding Broadway Debut as Performer & Playwright The historic 79th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will be held Monday evening at Hard Rock Café Times Square (1501 Broadway)._ Hosted annually by well-known theater journalist the 79th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will be produced by Theatre World Awards OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNER – DAVLER MEDIA / CITY GUIDE the Editor-in-Chief of both Theatre World and its companion volume are the oldest awards given for Outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway Debut Performances The Theatre World Awards are presented annually at the end of the theatre season to six actors and six actresses for their significant debut performances in a Broadway or Off-Broadway production invitation-only event followed by a party to celebrate the new honorees and welcome them to the Theatre World “family.” In what has become a highly entertaining and often touching tradition 12 previous winners serve as the presenters and often relive moments from past ceremonies and share wonderful stories rarely heard at other theatrical awards Many people feel that this is the most fun and enjoyable awards show of the Broadway season Previous winners who have won the prestigious Theatre World Award at the beginning of their careers include Meryl Streep The Theatre World Award honorees are chosen by the Theatre World Awards Committee which is comprised of Linda Armstrong (Amsterdam News) Joe Dziemianowicz (New York Theatre Guide) and Frank Scheck (New York Stage Review/ The Hollywood Reporter) Board of Directors is headed by Dale Badway (President) with Tom Lynch (Vice-President) The late Honorable Ilene Zatkin-Butler (Treasurer) The Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater honors an Outstanding Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway production who had the unique talent of being able to make audiences laugh and cry made her Broadway debut in Nowhere to Go But Up for which she received a Theatre World Award for her performance She received a Tony® Award for her incomparable performance as ‘Miss Hannigan’ in Annie and went on to triumphs originating roles in Noises Off Previous recipients of the Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater include A.J Shively (2024),Julie Benko (2023),Michael Oberholtzer (2022) The Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater is chosen by the Trustees of The Dorothy Loudon Foundation together with recommendations from the Theatre World Awards Committee The John Willis Award is given for lifetime achievement in the theatre to honor the man who created and maintained the Theatre World tradition for 66 years encouraging new talent in an often-challenging business The John Willis Award is presented annually by the Theatre World Awards Board of Directors to an individual whose lifetime achievements and personal generosity to the Theatre Community merit special recognition and acknowledgement Previous recipients of the John Willis Award include Len Cariou (2024) a TWA Special Award was bestowed upon Peter Filichia Special Award Honorees were bestowed for Outstanding Swing: Marilyn Caserta (Six) and Outstanding Contribution to The Theatre World: Dale Badway (Actor and President of the Theatre World Awards Board of Directors) Last night the 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were presented at NYU Skirball The Lortel Awards are produced by the Off-Broadway League and the Lucille Lortel Theatre Look for T2C’s coverage of the awards tomorrow as T2C’s Craig J Outstanding Play: Here There Are Blueberries Produced by New York Theatre Workshop and Tectonic Theater Project Written by Moisés Kaufman and Amanda Gronich Outstanding Musical: Three Houses Produced by Signature Theatre Company Outstanding Revival: Our Class Produced by MART Foundation and Arlekin Players Theatre  Outstanding Director: Igor Golyak – Our Class Outstanding Choreographer (*TIE*): Connor Gallagher – The Big Gay Jamboree and Lynne Taylor-Corbett – Distant Thunder Outstanding Lead Performer in a Play: Kara Young – Table 17 Outstanding Featured Performer in a Play: Michael Rishawn – Table 17 Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical: Sarin Monae West – Medea: Re-Versed Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical: Paris Nix – The Big Gay Jamboree Outstanding Ensemble: Our Class: Gus Birney Outstanding Scenic Design: Jan Pappelbaum – Our Class Outstanding Costume Design: Oana Botez – Orlando Outstanding Lighting Design: Tyler Micoleau – The Antiquities Outstanding Sound Design: Fabian Obispo – Sumo Outstanding Projection Design: David Bengali – Here There Are Blueberries  Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee: Alice Childress Outstanding Body of Work: New Federal Theatre  Edith Oliver Service to Off-Broadway: Carol Fishman My View: And The Winners Are…The Mabel Mercer Foundation’s American Songbook H.S Just in Time and Jonathan Groff Bring the Spirit of Bobby Darin to Life at Circle in the Square VI: Women and the American Musical and National Asian Artists Project Youth America Grand Prix World’s Largest Ballet Scholarship Competition 2025 Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Honored to Support The Kindness Is Cool Movement and MAG Gala of Luisa Diaz with New Adboard Ocean Casino Resort Turns Seven in Style with ‘Lucky Summer of Sevens’ There is always more than meets the immediate eye when it comes to the Philadelphia Eagles and the 2025 NFL Draft is a classic case in point The Eagles wheeled and dealed throughout the weekend and landed 10 rookie picks and added to their future with a 2026 fifth-round pick from Atlanta giving them a total of nine selections next spring Philadelphia is also expected to gain some compensatory picks for losing 2025 unrestricted free agents like defensive tackle Milton Williams "We are always trying to think of the present and the future simultaneously and optimize across what we're trying to build this year and then planning for a team that is sustainably good," Assistant General Manager Alec Halaby said "This is something that we have tried to do here for years and something that we want to continue to do I think we have a really good core to the roster We have a lot of really good young players but if you're not adding to that group every year young players every year and we want to keep the roster dynamic." Exclusive: Alec Halaby scouts the Eagles' 2025 Draft Class The Assistant GM provides detailed insight into everything the Eagles accomplished on a critical three-day weekend Future draft capital is always important and teams that win the Super Bowl generally aren't in position to have their shelves stocked immediately after having made 10 picks through the 2025 NFL Draft weekend and now looking at a positive situation in 2026 "I think when you can add good players during the weekend 'We have a lot of opportunities to add players and supplement what we have and add new core players I think that's how you are sustainably good and have years when you can be great." winning their second World Championship in seven seasons That has to be played out during the season but the Eagles have the firepower to address the roster in a number of ways – continuing to extend contracts of their existing key players working the various routes to add to the team looking at a 2026 NFL Draft picture that is very the first-year players got back to football at the NovaCare Complex Robinson was the last first-round linebacker picked by the team back in 1979 The Eagles have an ideal blend of championship experience and hungry which makes for outstanding competition this spring and summer The Super Bowl Champion is one of the NFL Legends with ties to Wisconsin who will be a part of the NFL Draft festivities on Friday night The Eagles moved up one spot at the end of the first round to nab a Top-10 player on their board Patience will be key for Howie Roseman and the Eagles knowing that they'll likely be watching and waiting for most of Thursday night The Eagles and the Ravens engaged in a trade at the end of the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft that provided a windfall for both teams The Pro Bowl center is locked up through the 2029 season Former and current players like Fletcher Cox and Jason Kelce paved the way for the young players to ascend into more prominent leadership roles Head Coach Nick Sirianni joined Roseman at a press conference on Tuesday to offer a preview of the NFL Draft How did Howie Roseman execute the trade to get linebacker Jihaad Campbell Why was Andrew Mukuba such a highly sought-after target in the second round What did the Eagles want to accomplish on the final day of the 2025 NFL Draft It's all here in the post-draft episode of Unscripted Ahead of their first official practice as Philadelphia Eagles and outside linebacker Antwaun Powell-Ryland Join first-round pick Jihaad Campbell in his first 24 hours as an Eagle From the moment he gets selected to his tour of the facilities in Philadelphia every moment of Campbell's first day as an Eagle is right here for your viewing pleasure Reds prospects center fielder Rece Hinds (57) slides safely back onto first base in the sixth inning of the final spring training game between the Cincinnati Reds and Reds prospects The excitement of a Sunday showdown electrified the field as Cincinnati Reds’ minor league affiliates showcased their dynamic skills combining powerful home runs with sharp strikeouts This performance underscored the promising future of the organization’s top prospects and offered a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs unfolding within each team’s journey The Louisville affiliate lit up the diamond with a decisive 15-3 win Key moments unfolded when Rece Hinds powered his seventh home run of the season While Jacob Hurtubise and Will Benson recorded modest batting outcomes the game’s rhythm was further defined by the pitching efforts of Zach Maxwell and Alexis Diaz who managed their innings with controlled precision despite brief setbacks Their performances illuminated the potential for greater contributions as the season unfolds the Chattanooga team experienced both a challenging 8-3 loss and an 8-1 win Hector Rodriguez and Edwin Arroyo each faced hurdles at the plate with multiple base runner issues yet the narrative took a positive turn with Jose Acuna’s masterful five-inning outing Striking out eight batters while surrendering only three hits and a walk Acuna’s display showcased the resilience and determination necessary to overcome adversity and build a competitive edge the Dayton Dragons demonstrated an impressive blend of defensive solidity and timely offense and John Michael Faile recorded challenging at-bats the spark was found in the efforts of Leo Balcazar With Anthony Stephan contributing to the pitching roster the Dragons’ performance exemplified the cumulative teamwork needed to secure strategic wins even in a season that has demanded adaptation and perseverance A 6-2 win highlighted the Daytona Tortugas’ ability to combine power with consistency at the mound Sammy Stafura’s impactful play—marked by a walk and a home run that ignited the game—set the tone early on as one memorable moment captured the crowd’s attention with the commentary that “gets us going RIGHT away as he blasts the first pitch of the game out to left-center!” Complementary efforts by Tyler Floyd who allowed only two hits in four scoreless innings while delivering six strikeouts further cemented his role as a key contributor Although Kyle Henley and Alfredo Duno experienced challenging outings the day’s performance was ultimately defined by resilience and the potential for growth The unfolding season for these minor league stars is more than a series of stats—it is a narrative of growth Each inning pitched and every hit delivered not only strengthens individual players’ resolve but also adds depth to the organization’s overall dynamic The blend of personal milestones and team successes highlights an enduring journey of perseverance where every victory and setback lays the groundwork for emerging talent to shine on the grand stage the performances of these rising stars serve as a reminder that behind every score is a commitment to excellence Their resilient efforts inspire not only their teammates but also those who believe in the transformative power of hard work and strategic development This reflection on the game offers a thoughtful perspective on how today’s triumphs can shape tomorrow’s legacy in the competitive world of baseball A sudden twist on the field has reignited concerns for a team already battling setbacks as the Cubs now face another potential hurdle with one of their premier.. 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The “Whenever” rapper just dropped a handful of 2000s-inspired pics complete with a candy-colored Louis Vuitton Murakami bag and furry boots But the centerpiece of these pics isn't the cheery pink Birkin—though that is amazing—it's her hot Megan is wearing a pink wig so bright and vivid This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from The last time we saw Megan with pink hair was over the summer, though she opted for a light, dreamy combo of pale pink and lavender. But there's really not a color she doesn't look amazing in, including neon orange; remember the long, fiery shade she paired with a matching Pucci bikini set Riley Carpenter ’25 was endlessly curious Between marathons of “How It’s Made” on the Science Channel and J.R.R Tolkien’s “Silmarillion,” he always had a desire to know how complex things—from industrial machinery to Middle Earth mythologies—worked Carpenter knew he was interested in pursuing something in the world of STEM but it wasn’t until his Introduction to Modern Physics class at Santa Clara University that he found his calling: engineering physics—a unique degree in the College of Arts and Sciences that allows students to build their own emphasis that meant incorporating mechanical engineering and chemistry to widen the breadth and real-world applications of his physics degree “Physics has given me the most fundamental view on how things are created and the ability to break everything down to basic principles to reconstruct complicated systems,” he explains “Because how things work often comes down to the materials being used getting a wider exposure to these engineering fields has been so useful.” At Santa Clara, he’s been able to put these diverse skills into practice, working for two years with physics professor Betty Young and her Stanford colleagues at the SLAC National Accelerator Lab on a project designing dark matter sensors on the microscopic level Carpenter’s already made waves in his field winning a prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship in 2024 and a National Science Foundation honorable mention in 2025 As he prepares to continue this dark matter research through a Ph.D This illustration captures the large scale structure of the universe as imagined by dark matter theorists dark matter acts as the underlying scaffolding that attracts and draws together normal matter Illustration by the National Optical-Infrared Astronomy Research Laboratory (NOIRLab) Tell us a bit about your dark matter sensor research with Dr What makes dark matter so difficult to study Dark matter gets its name because when it moves through space dark matter may be detectable through collisions with atoms in a crystal dark matter interactions are very tiny and usually get dwarfed by other things so it’s a bit like looking for a needle in a haystack our experiments work with superconductors cooled down to below the temperature of most outer space While room temperature is 300 Kelvin and the lowest temperature limit of matter is 0 Kelvin we have these fridges where we drop things down by another factor of 100 to get to about 40 milli-Kelvin to test our devices we can minimize the vibrations of molecules so we might be able to capture the tiny wiggles from dark matter Being able to confirm dark matter’s existence would be a major step towards refining our understanding of the fundamental physics of the universe theorists could start narrowing down which of their models are consistent with the dark matter mass range observed in detector data this research leads to continual improvements in the quality and scalability of low-temperature sensors that have a whole host of potential applications beyond just dark matter searches how do you design something that can tolerate those unforgiving temperatures while remaining sensitive enough to detect these tiny energy signatures and you put very thin layers of metal on top That film will be maybe 1/1000th the thickness of a strand of hair Then you make a stencil to place over that film to blast away the exposed areas of metal leaving behind the imprint from the stencil—these metallic patterns become the circuits for our nano-devices A magnified view of one of Carpenter's circuits using an electron microscope—the device is just several hundred micrometers across if we see a change in the circuit response that signal may originate from dark matter though typically it comes from cosmic rays which we’ll then use to calibrate our devices there’s a lot of trial and error in lab research What was the biggest challenge you faced during this project I was brought onto a project where the early device yields were not very good There were a lot of issues with reliability in the production process and I was able to identify essentially a bug in the process that we were able to turn into a feature One of the chemicals we’d been using for one step was corrosive to some of our device materials But then I realized that sometimes there are instances where you want to selectively remove material in a process called wet etching I was able to design a new procedure to use that chemical to do work for us instead of ruining our devices Some of the grad students then were able to refine that procedure to produce devices that are now functioning and being tested up at SLAC you’re also a member of SCU’s Chamber Singers Choir Can you tell us a little bit about how you’ve been able to pursue your love of music at Santa Clara and it’s been so rewarding to continue singing at SCU but I really love the community and the opportunity to produce a unique sound at every performance and rehearsal I also feel like our director Scot Hanna-Weir also lets us perform impactful pieces that have important messages One of my favorite performances was a piece called “Breathe in Hope” by Dale Trumbore that we sang my sophomore year It was this call to action to recognize that there is the possibility of overcoming the challenges and suffering in today’s world The song ends with the message that we each must work towards bringing about the future that we want to see SCU really prides itself on providing a holistic How did coming to Santa Clara benefit your academic pursuits Santa Clara seemed like a place where I could craft an education directed toward the interests I had I knew I wouldn’t get thrown into a very generic program where every course you’d take is predetermined I found that there was a lot of flexibility and personalization in the curriculum which allowed me to also pursue minors in mathematics and classics One of my favorite classes at SCU was actually Professor Nicholas Lindberg’s course on Greek democracy where we ran a mock Athenian Assembly and we saw it all fall apart as people became more corrupt Being able to take a class so vastly different from sitting at a whiteboard all day has been a great part of my Santa Clara education through that flexibility in my engineering physics degree I’ve been able to customize my engineering physics major to my interests gain access to mentors from multiple departments and a lot of one-on-one support I probably wouldn’t have been able to take as many chemistry courses as I have Steven Suljak in the chemistry department became a great mentor for me I actually sing with him in the Chamber Singers Choir on campus and he was also the Office of Student Fellowships contact for the Goldwater Scholarship and the National Science Foundation fellowship program so he was a huge help on my applications for those awards and graduate school Between getting an honorable mention from the National Science Foundation and receiving the Barry Goldwater Scholarship last year do you have a proudest moment from your time at SCU I was able to present a lot of my results from the past two summers of work at the American Physical Society Conference for the far west region Giving that presentation and sharing my research with the broader community was really rewarding for me was a huge moment of pride in what I had accomplished I really appreciated that my work was acknowledged and it was great to bring that win back to SCU Carpenter (right) has held a leadership role in the Society for Physics Students (SPS) I’m a lot more well-rounded in terms of what I view as valuable to my education I’ve really grown to appreciate how interconnected science it is exceedingly valuable to study them all I took a course on disability for my diversity requirement through the philosophy department I found it to be a powerful course that gave me a lot of insight into different ways of thinking and the great variety of experiences for so many people I’ve grown to apply that back even within physics and better appreciate how important it is to foster a diverse group of individuals in science because that’s how you can proliferate the most ideas from the most perspectives Do you have any advice for the incoming class of Broncos I would reassure them that you don’t need to have things figured out as a freshman You can come to SCU thinking you’re going to do one thing and realize that your path is very different—this university is a place where you can take a little bit of time that first year to determine what it is you want to pursue I’d also encourage students to really take advantage of the fact that this university is quite small and very undergraduate-focused and get in touch with their professors That face time and direct mentorship can be so valuable but you still have to choose to walk through it The Department of Physics and Engineering Physics defines itself through academic excellence Our primary responsibility is to prepare undergraduate students for careers in physics and technical fields by integrating rigorous inquiry and scholarship and reflective engagement with society throughout our programs Learn more about this department’s programs It’s not often you see 10-year veterans make improvements in their game did as he consistently showed up and played hard for the Sixers this season There really weren’t many bright spots for the Sixers this season but Kelly Oubre Jr.’s play was one of them The 29-year-old wing returned to Philadelphia last offseason on a very reasonable two-year $16.3 million deal and spent 2024-25 more than living up to it While the team was constantly riddled with injuries He started all but three of the 60 games he played until he was ruled out for the last month for recovery/tanking purposes and made some noticeable improvements in his game Oubre finished the year averaging 15.1 points 6.1 rebounds and career-highs of 1.8 assists and 1.5 steals He even upped his true shooting percentage to 55.1 — nothing overly efficient but still his highest since 2021-22 when he was in Charlotte considering everything Oubre brings to the table beyond sheer efficiency due to his subpar 29.3 percent three-point shooting That underwhelming three-point shooting is probably at the top of that list he does at least shoot with the confidence and volume (4.0 attempts a game) that still commands some attention from defenders which means he has something to offer as a spacer alongside his teammates Second is his aggressiveness can lead to him being a bit out of control at times such as ill-advised pull-ups or erratic passes Oubre’s athletic aggressiveness is usually something that helps the Sixers and we’ve seen that more and more over his time in Philly He’s quick to act and attack when he does get the ball He can soar to the rim with quick catches and drives past closeouts make sharp cuts to add more value off the ball and the touch of extra creation ability he provides out of isolations and pick-and-rolls is another plus alongside the team’s stars (whenever they’re actually available) In a season that went off the rails so fast and it was clear playing for contention was off the cards surprisingly early Oubre continued to play hard when others wouldn’t He has the speed and motor to cover guards plus the size and wingspan to defend forwards He also upped his rebounding this year to average 6.1 and the third-best rebound percentage of his career at 10.0 percent Apart from his defense on the ball and increased disruption off it in passing lanes the way he fought on the glass really helped highlight his energy and mindset overall There’s little cap space available on the market this coming offseason so Oubre likely isn’t to receive many offers of much more than the Sixers can pay him if he opts to 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