Eliot Arts Magnet is thriving – students are still dancing and continuing to deliver joy and inspiration to the community despite the serious damage their campus sustained during the Eaton Fire The school community is now co-located at the McKinley campus – and Eliot faculty and partners continue to deliver their best-in-class Recently the school partnered with Pasadena Playhouse and the Center Theatre group to perform their spring musical a t the Ahmanson Theatre the students took the big stage and delivered a n amazing performance of Shrek Jr “These young artists watched as their community rallied to offer kindness We had the gift o f a benefit performance staged at Center Theatre Group’s Ahmanson Theatre with support from their production team and the team at Pasadena Playhouse It’s truly fitting that this show is a fairy tale.” the cast will be performing at the school’s upcoming annual Fauxchella on Saturday May 17th This is a festival style event that will feature music from the school’s Rock Band you can enjoy the performances plus FREE activities like face painting hot dogs and popcorn… the school welcomes the whole community Join Eliot Arts Magnet and support their young artistic community “The Eliot Arts Magnet campus was damaged by the Eaton Fire. Our School community is co-located at McKinley School at 325 S. Oak Knoll St., Pasadena, CA 91101 or visit https://eliot.pusd.us/.” Learn more about the Pasadena area's finest private schools Jamie and Eliot have shared a bunch of updates as it becomes more and more clear they’re the couple at the centre of our hearts following MAFS Australia 2025 Rumours about Jamie and Eliot hitting it off came after the MAFS 2025 reunion aired in Australia They seemed to hint they were seeing each other and made jokes about “hooking up” and kissing since the show Every day is filled with more about them being together It’s since been confirmed they’re in “full couple mode” by another cast member and apparently Jamie has already moved into Eliot’s place A post shared by Woman's Day Magazine Australia (@womansdayaus) “I thought she was put off by Dave’s dog Willow,” one person said Eliot then responded that Jamie is definitely fine with his dog and she’s also very much at home in his place Sharing a video of Jamie doing her makeup in his bathroom Eliot’s dog Olive was curled up at her feet “The trauma isn’t your fault but it’s your responsibility to work on it (with a little help),” Eliot said in the video This is highly suggesting Jamie may have some “trauma” to work through but he and Olive are now helping her together Replying to @steena just needed the right dog 💕 #mafs #mafsau #marriedatfirstsight #fyp “Girl time 💕,” Eliot said in the comments When someone asked if Jamie doesn’t like dogs It’s not that she doesn’t like them.” Eliot was replying to loads of comments Jamie and a “generous side” of Eliot Eliot also shared a video of them spending the day together at Movie World He and Jamie can be seen linking arms as they walked around the park MOVIE WORLD! Action shot of my hat flying off at the end🎢💕 @jamiemarinos_ @Venroy @Warner Bros. Movie World #mafs According to sources Jamie is apparently “giddy” that she’s found “the gentleman she always wanted” and the couple are filled with “excitement” over what’s to come for them For all the latest MAFS news, scandals, gossip and updates – like The Holy Church of MAFS on Facebook Win £20 to spend at some of the UK's biggest retailers The theme hopes to thrust black dandyism back into the international spotlight Jotting down the rules for next year when I inevitably get invited ‘I made it very known I hated it’ Raegan and Iain call Montana’s daughter their niece She set up the page for people to send her money Students have just over two weeks to make their nominations Patriots Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf sits down with Scott Zolak to look back at the Patriots 2025 Draft Class On this edition of Patriots All Access presented by GEICO Scott Zolak and Brian Hoyer break down a \"next level\" play by Drake Maye we go one-on-one with Antonio Gibson and meet \"The Parking Lot Chef\" in our latest installment of Tales from the Tailgate All that and more on this episode of Patriots All Access Former Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer breaks down the film of quarterback Drake Maye's improvised touchdown to wide receiver DeMario Douglas against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 15 Patriots quarterback Drake Maye sits down with Steve Burton to talk about him settling into his role for the Patriots Drake explains the relationship between himself and quarterback Jacoby Brissett and what he is looking forward to as the team progresses each week We go behind the scenes as Devin and Jason McCourty take over the preseason broadcast booth The McCourty's take us into their production meetings and Brian Hoyer shares his experience in the studio on gameday The New England Patriots organization recognizes the legacy and achievements of the late Dr who recently passed after a valiant fight against cancer serving as the head physician and medical director Price served in the Navy Reserves as a captain and was deployed to Afghanistan and was awarded a Bronze Star for his service in combat operations friends and all those impacted by his life and work This feature originally aired in 2021 on Patriots All Access Tamara Brown sits down with Patriots Head Coach Jerod Mayo to discuss his excitement for his new role Get an inside look at Lawrence Guy's Thanksgiving dinner as he is joined by some of his teammates and more talk of the importance of signing autographs and interacting with their fans Watch as Patriots defensive back Jonathan Jones was mic'd up during New England's game against the Detroit Lions on Sunday Richard Seymour will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame The My Cause My Cleats NFL initiative allows players to represent organizations that are the most meaningful to them and Ted Karras talk about the organizations they chose to support Listen to the best of Coach Belichick as he was mic'd up during the Patriots 54-13 win over the New York Jets former Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman reflects on his 12 year career with the team and discusses his life after football All Access catches up with Patriots wide receiver Gunner Olszewski in his hometown of Alvin Megan O'Brien hosts the first ever Optum Little Heroes Media Day Watch these children of local healthcare workers interview Patriots players Matthew Slater and Joe Thuney we take a look back at the events of the day from a Patriots perspective Go behind the scenes inside Gillette Stadium to see the changes the Patriots made to their facilities in order to bring football back during the COVID-19 pandemic Megan O'Brien and Paul Perillo get you ready for your fantasy football draft The New England Patriots finished the 2019 regular season with a record of 12-4 As the team prepares to take on the Tennessee Titans in a Wild Card playoff game we take a look at back at how they got here Scott Zolak and Brian Hoyer break down a "next level" play by Drake Maye we go one-on-one with Antonio Gibson and meet "The Parking Lot Chef" in our latest installment of Tales from the Tailgate Take a look back at the career of Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman who will will be inducted into this Patriots Hall of Fame this summer go behind the scenes in his first 24 hours with the Patriots #1 pick Will Campbell we recap the Patriots entire draft with Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf and take you inside the Patriots Draft Room Patriots Director of College Scouting Cam Williams breaks down what happens when an NFL team goes on the clock at the NFL Draft Patriots quarterback Drake Maye addresses the media on Thursday Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss addresses the media on Thursday A look at the Patriots opponents from 2025 through 2027 The New England Patriots announced today that former wide receiver Julian Edelman has been voted into the Patriots Hall of Fame as the 37th inductee here's everything you need to know about the newest Patriots rookies Tom Brady's historic Hall of Fame induction ceremony has been nominated for an Emmy Award Tracking all of the Patriots transactions during the free agent signing period New England Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft announced the selection of former Head Coach Bill Parcells for induction into the Patriots Hall of Fame as a contributor Patriots Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf sat down with Scott Zolak for an interview that appeared on the team’s channel talking about the club’s recent 2025 draft selections Here’s the full transcript of that interview: executive vice president of player personnel biggest takeaway from the draft on paper when you get these guys on paper “Just the volume of players that we were able to add at spots that we felt could help us and we feel like these guys could come in and help compete and help us get us to where we need to go.” Had a lot of holes to fill starting free agency did that allow you to take maybe best player available when you hit the draft And maybe we’re not just pecking for needs right now and we still have some areas that we look to improve moving forward So we’re excited about the depth that we’ve built and we think it’s going to be good for the fans and good for the team.” You were there on the infamous trip with Mike Vrabel down to Louisiana when he packed his own bag of all his equipment and your number four pick overall knocked him on his butt a couple of times Have you ever been around where a guy knocks the boss on his butt and then you still go and you pick that guy to employ him He’s trying to… With an offensive lineman He’s trying to feel his punch and feel him hit and see what he’s all about we were able to accomplish that when we went to see Will.” I think maybe that’s one of the misconceptions about Will is that he is 21 years old and I feel like he was talked about like he’s some tapped-out prospect I think with some of the technical improvements he can have he’s only going to get better.” After the second round at your press conference there was some really good discussion within the room How much does that help you guys when selecting a player “I think it was great because round one ends and we just set our pieces and it was really productive even though there were some disagreements from a few people that ultimately ‘This is the guy.’ So we were excited to add him there.” and the right kind of kid and super tough.” Each team was allowed 30 visits to bring players in to look at them How much did you learn on those 30 visits to say This is the pick we got to make with these guys?’ I think it’s about… We have a lot of information on these players but it’s really about getting them around our coaches and getting them inside and seeing what they’re all about and hearing about where they come from It’s really productive to get those guys in and see if they can vibe with us.” Ian Logue is a Seacoast native and owner 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When Mike Vrabel took the Patriots’ head-coaching job earlier this year he was clear that Drake Maye’s ability to handle the on-field responsibilities of a quarterback were a big reason for his decision Maye’s skills weren’t enough to win games on their own and the Patriots have made moves this offseason to help him be more productive during the 2025 season and center Jared Wilson with their first four picks in the draft and they acquired players like wide receiver Stefon Diggs and wide receiver Mack Hollins earlier in the offseason in an attempt to build up the unit around the quarterback the Patriots are now looking for growth in a different direction During an appearance on SiriusXM NFL Radio Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf said that the team wants to see Maye take on more of a leadership role Hopes are high for a rebound in New England this year and Maye’s ability to become the centerpiece of the franchise in every way will be a big part of making that happen A Division of NBCUniversal DISCLAIMER: This site and the products offered are for entertainment purposes only and there is no gambling offered on this site This service is intended for adult audiences No guarantees are made for any specific outcome If you or someone you know has a gambling problem announced today that the Commission has appointed Eliot D Prescott as Deputy Chief State’s Attorney was approved by a 4-1 vote of the Commission at its meeting today at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford “The Criminal Justice Commission congratulates Judge Prescott on his appointment as Deputy Chief State’s Attorney Inspector General,” Justice McDonald said “Judge Prescott has served the people of Connecticut with distinction for more than 30 years and we are confident that this legacy of service and commitment to the pursuit of justice will continue with his appointment today to serve as the state’s next Inspector General The Commission was very fortunate to interview five outstanding applicants today and we are grateful for their interest in this important and challenging position." is responsible for leading the Office of the Inspector General conducting investigations of peace officers in accordance with C.G.S prosecuting any cases in which the Inspector General determines a peace officer used force found to not be justifiable pursuant to C.G.S §53a-22 or where a police officer or correctional officer fails to intervene in any such incident or to report any such incident The Inspector General also will make recommendations to the Police Officer Standards and Training Council established under C.G.S §7-294b concerning censure and suspension cancelation or revocation of a peace officer’s certification Attorney Prescott is currently a Senior Judge of the Connecticut Appellate Court He has served as a Judge of the Connecticut Appellate Court since 2014 and as a Judge of the Connecticut Superior Court from 2004 to 2014 he taught administrative law as an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Connecticut School of Law he served as an Assistant Attorney General at the Connecticut Attorney General’s Office where he became the Department Head of the Special Litigation Department.  Judge Prescott has served as co-chair of the Advisory Committee on the Appellate Rules and since 2013 has been a member of the Evidence Oversight Committee he sat on the Advisory Committee on the Appellate Rules and from 2010-2013 he was a member of the Rules Committee of the Superior Court He was honored in 2002 as a “New Leader of the Law” by the Connecticut Law Tribune and in 2007 with an Award of Appreciation by Community Partners in Action for his work with youthful offenders Degree from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst and a J.D with high honors from the University of Connecticut School of Law Established under Article XXIII of the Connecticut Constitution the Criminal Justice Commission is responsible for the appointment of all state prosecutors in Connecticut Senior Associate Justice of the Connecticut Supreme Court the commission's membership includes Chief Judge of the Appellate Court Melanie L Ogilvie and Chief State’s Attorney Patrick J Chief State's Attorney Griffin cannot participate in the consideration of Deputy Chief State's Attorney applicants © 2025 CT.gov - Connecticut's Official State Website MAFS Australia fans can't get over this adorable post Eliot shared of Jamie after their relationship went public While some Married at First Sight Australia fans are debating over whether or not Eliot and Jamie's relationship is the real deal most of them are just begging it's not fake because they're so darn cute together and they ended things at their sixth commitment ceremony Jamie, on the other hand, appeared to have a much more positive experience on the show, as she and 'gentle giant' Dave made it all the way to Final Vows where they decided to give their relationship a real go View this post on Instagram A post shared by Woman's Day Magazine Australia (@womansdayaus) After their relationship was made public by paparazzi shots posted on the Instagram of Australian publication Woman's Day, Jamie and Eliot posted a skit on TikTok where they joked that Eliot's dog had leaked the pictures to the press fans said things like 'I thought Jamie didn’t like dogs But good on them hope it’s true and lasts' and another said 'I thought she was put off by Dave's dog Willow' referring to how Jamie wasn't comfortable around Dave's dog when she was on the show with him Eliot posted a follow up video of Jamie in his bathroom with his dog Olive at her feet He wrote text over the video that says: "The trauma isn't your fault but it's your responsibility to work on it (with a little bit of help)" Eliot's caption said: "just needed the right dog" Naturally fans are gushing over this post and Eliot revealing how he's helped Jamie work through her dog trauma ELIOT IS THE HUSBAND THAT STEPPED UP," one fan commented Another said: "I love this because Jamie was never in a safe space to be able to enjoy what true animal companionship is and Eliot has provided that for her." wrote: "For the right person anything is possible to overcome" A top comment on the video is someone saying they watch Dave's 'I don't care video' "at least once a day and cackle every time" This was referencing Dave's response to finding out Eliot and Jamie were an item Dave was asked what he thought of the new couple He said: "Honestly I don't have any thoughts on it I highly doubt she's going to sleep with three cast members from this year's season "I think it's just an Instagram/TikTok thing or whatever they're doing The legitimacy of Eliot and Jamie's relationship still remains up the air as there have been sources claiming both sides of the argument Jamie looks pretty comfortable in Eliot's bathroom.. 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Read our Cookie Policy We independently review everything we recommend ROBBE: I already wrote an entire background and history of the Eliot Racer for the First Look of this shoe I’ll just copy and paste most of that intro The short version is that the Eliot Racer has been in development for some time that I forgot they made a whole announcement about this shoe over a year ago teasing it for a summer 2024 release that came and went with nary a peep aka the Super Bowl season of Tracksmith’s aesthetic without a present or the Eliot Racer’s presence it was supposed to be released around the Miami Marathon my expectations for this shoe were lower than a snake’s belly in a tractor rut There seemed to be a lot of empty promises It also didn’t help that we always felt the Eliot Runner was a mediocre trainer at best It was great as a lifestyle shoe or if you just had $200 to spend on a traditional running shoe that looked good but it was never exciting from a performance standpoint So when we heard they were doing a race day shoe I cued up my best Willy Wonka faux-scolding Violet Beauregarde as she made an ill-fated decision to eat a not-yet-finished everlasting gobstopper: “No I fully expected this shoe to land in the garbage chute with all the other bad eggs it’s nice to have a sacrificial lamb to skewer to pieces every once in a while The materials looked great on the tech sheets that Tracksmith sent over featuring a drop-in midsole made of Aliphatic TPU (also known as ATPU) that sits on top of a carbon plate embedded into a Pebax midsole chassis (as Tracksmith calls it) and for good reason — it’s a light and durable foam with some ridiculous energy return Puma has been using it in its top-tier racing shoes in 2025 and we suspect we’ll see more of it coming from other brands as well We’ve seen the drop-in midsole idea before, obviously in the Eliot Runner and some trail models from Speedland and Nnormal we were told at one point that runners would be able to buy replacement drop-in midsoles eliminating the need to buy an entire shoe I’m not sure if that’s still in the works the shoe measures 38 mm in the heel and 30.5 mm in the forefoot though Tracksmith takes an interesting visual approach to the design it actually looks like a much lower stack from the outside Bring back racing shoes looking like racing shoes Tracksmith claims the shoe was independently texted by Heeluxe and confirmed to have the highest energy returns ever recorded but every company says this about their shoes the shoe weighs about 7.7 ounces (218 g) for a US M9 which isn’t exactly the lightest shoe in the race day spectrum Throw in a mesh upper with a microsuede material lining the heel counter and tongue MEAGHAN: Robbe covered the history and background of the Eliot Racer in great detail, so I’ll keep this brief. My expectations were pretty much in line with his — low. I’m a huge fan of Tracksmith. I’ve got five pairs of Session Speed Shorts that rotate between the washer, dryer, and my body, and I practically live in the Brighton Base Layer during winter and the Eliot Runner (Tracksmith’s everyday trainer) was just okay and let’s just say it turned out to be a bit more than we expected ROBBE: Before I say “everything,” let’s just start with the upper I don’t recall having a shoe with a microsuede collar and tongue lining before which is a hard balance to pull off without sacrificing performance or heel slip or lockdown which is truly one of the better race shoe lockdowns you’ll find A lot of race-day shoes trim weight in all places which can sometimes lead to a gaping collar or a loose fit around the ankles The Eliot Racer feels like a more traditional upper fit in that area while locking in the midfoot and forefoot perfectly It’s the exact race-day fit you’re looking for without being too tight The ATPU insert is plenty thick and does a good job of staying put within the shoe The carbon plate is embedded in the Pebax “chassis,” which is one of the more annoying/pretentious terms I’ve heard when describing a shoe And more moving parts mean more broken pieces every run I’d look down at my watch and be surprised I was going 20-30 seconds faster than my average slow pace I feel like the Eliot Racer can easily fall into the super trainer range because it’s great on easy days and would also make for a comfortable yet fast race day option It’s not as light or aggressive as some of the other shoes in the race day category but it can still rise to the occasion when called upon I can’t get over how much I loved the feel of this midsole I also appreciate the full rubber coverage on the outsole Very few race day shoes still have full rubber on the bottom MEAGHAN: I love that Tracksmith stayed true to its brand and put a sash on the shoe (I know Robbe put this in his negatives clean design that fits as great as it looks The step-in feel was way more comfortable than I expected but this shoe doesn’t feel like your typical race-day weapon when you first put it on The Eliot Racer fits true to size and accommodated my wider foot perfectly but one side is lined with tiny rubber nubs to keep them tied — an essential detail for race day ROBBE: I don’t love the gold sash design of this shoe I think that Tracksmith needs to find a way to reinvent the sash or at least relegate it to the Van Cortlandt line I will say — people either love it or hate it I’ve seen everything from retirement home jokes to “gold looks best on race day” type takes There’s a little bit of squeakiness from the foam midsole but I didn’t find it to be egregious or notice it all the time which I’m not fully convinced is a negative is that it’s just not super aggressive when it comes to race day meaning you’re not going to get that super quick turnover or aggressive toe-off you’ll feel in shoes like the Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris it sometimes feels like you could pay the price if you’re running 3:30 and slower the Eliot Racer can definitely work as a race day shoe But if you want something that’s snappy and aggressive you probably want to stick with one of the aforementioned models mainly a big Tracksmith fan or someone who simply has the money to shell out because of its versatility and full rubber outsole I feel like you’ll get your money’s worth out of the shoe I mentioned that I found myself lacing this shoe up on back-to-back days what I didn’t experience was a strong desire to wear it for my 400m and 800m workouts The Elite Racer didn’t give me that “fast” feeling I was hoping for While it’s certainly capable of handling fast runs it felt more like a high-performance trainer than a race shoe It’s fun and bouncy but not particularly aggressive this will be a positive aspect — this shoe will likely feel great over the marathon distance it was missing that certain something — a bit of “pop.” ROBBE: Take away the price tag and this may be my favorite overall running shoe right now but it’s what I would choose to run in every time I go out the door It’s like a premium version of the Adidas Adizero Evo SL and I do mean premium since you can basically buy two pairs of that shoe for the price of the Eliot Racer I had some serious doubts that Tracksmith was going to pull this off but against all odds and development timelines The Eliot Racer may go down as one of the best shoes of 2025 on account of its versatility and performance at any speed and distance MEAGHAN: I really love the Tracksmith Eliot Racer — as a premium super trainer and the full rubber coverage on the outsole adds durability While I likely won’t be using this for race day it will definitely remain a staple in my shoe rotation You can pick up the Tracksmith Eliot Racer for $280 from Tracksmith by using the buttons below and website in this browser for the next time I comment Robbe is the senior editor of Believe in the Run He loves going on weird routes through Baltimore Meaghan signed up for her first marathon three weeks before the race because it was $10 more than the half she planned to run She learned everything in running the hard way Now a USATF & UESCA certified run coach she loves encouraging friends to go for big goals as she continues to chase faster times Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value" .css-es4rml{top:0px;}Sections but let’s be honest: there’s only one event that really matters right now Eliot’s famous spring formal — where chocolate-dipped strawberries this is what going to Harvard is supposed to feel like.” If you’ve probably been scheming since last spring to secure a coveted plus one… and now it’s four days out Here are ten methods you can try to win yourself a spot at this *elite* black-tie affair Write a handwritten letter to an Eliot resident a heartfelt note on real paper goes a long way Seal it with a mastodon (NOT an elephant) sticker Maybe draw a little cartoon of you standing under Eliot Bell Tower and looking hopeful Wander into Eliot breezeway in full formalwear mumbling the SOCH?” If anyone asks why you’re in heels and holding a bouquet just say you’re looking for your club’s comp celebration Note: This might be easier to pull off if you’re a freshman word on the street says supply meets demand at an equilibrium price of $115 — or the entirety of your yearly BoardPlus We all know at least one Eliot senior who just went through a long-distance-on-the-horizon-induced breakup They’ve already maxed out their Claude 3.7 Sonnet Credits until 2 a.m and now need real-life emotional processing hot friend who shows up in style to “make the ex jealous.” Bonus points if you coordinate outfits carrying speakers (rented from Cabot Science Library) “I’m with Soul City.” Wear over-the-ear headphones and a slightly stressed expression Say you “do tech.” No one knows what that means Begin the Interhouse Transfer process (just in case) you can’t transfer Houses this late in the game But if you casually email the House Administrator asking about “long-term residency options,” who’s to stop you say things like “I’ve always felt at home here,” and loudly mourn the two-year renovation delay just say you’re living in a Fairfax double next year Start dating someone in Eliot… temporarily set your Hinge radius to 0.02 miles and park yourself in Eliot dining hall make a profile with the classic “Looking for someone who… helps me delete this app,” and watch the roses roll in casually mention you’re free Tuesday after 9 p.m. That’s still more closure than most matches get Start carrying around a chisel and casually referencing “my piece for Tuesday night.” Say things like “I’ve been exploring subtractive forms in the context of edible centerpieces.” No one will ask follow-ups if you sound serious enough Stand on a table in Eliot dhall and announce your availability Go door-to-door sticking Post-its with “Fête?” and your number Yell “Anyone need a plus-one?” into the courtyard void As a proud Eliot resident and member of the decorations committee I’ve technically already given them out… but I could be convinced otherwise Bonus points if you take me out to dinner beforehand and take 10,000 photos of me from slightly above eye level — uploaded promptly to our “FÊTE 2025” shared album This is the last Fête in old Eliot before two years of renovation See you on the dance floor — if you make it in The value of On Frost and Eliot is sending the reader spinning out of its own text and back to poems by two of the major poets of the 20th century each of whom has suffered from the vagaries of fashion On Frost and Eliot by William H Pritchard’s On Frost and Eliot promised enlightenment I was very much attracted to this book about two eminent poets of their generation with its stated intention on the first page “to establish their differences even as their respective greatness is acknowledged.” I “discovered” Robert Frost at the same time Gregory Corso did and through the publication of Frost’s last book in 1962 Corso represented the radical fringe of Beat literature when he wrote “After Reading In the Clearing:” “Old bard I like you more / now that I know you’re / no Saturday Evening Post philosopher / Nay but such who plagiarizes God.” I was in high school Eliot was all the rage for the “moderately intellectual drips and squares,” as my classmates classified ourselves but at the time didn’t quite get what Pritchard calls “the source of profound wisdom about the chaos of modern civilization.” I found Eliot’s work much more readable The Waste Land became a landmark in my education Eliot led me in directions I hadn’t thought of going before I had not considered Frost and Eliot together On Frost and Eliot does not deliver on its promise It is a pasted-together collection of essays written at different times for different audiences; and with all too much annoying overlap (and I write this as someone who has himself put together a collection of essays written at different times for different audiences and tried hard to minimize the annoying overlap) Frost and Eliot are nowhere brought face-to face (The book’s lack of an index is further evidence of having been unfortunately cobbled together.) The first half is composed of occasional essays about Frost — not just his poems but also his prose and his letters; then follow occasional essays about Eliot in a similar pattern Pritchard ends the assemblage of pieces on Frost with his only reference to Eliot linking “Directive” to “Little Gidding” in a negative way And that is all we get of considering one poet with the other in On Frost and Eliot and establishment of differences are left completely to the reader The Eliot essays focus far more on the poet’s prose than on his verse; and as in the five-page essay “Prufrock Centennial,” he talks around them rather than into them referring to or quoting other critics — Reuben Brower I hazard that my high-school classmates read Eliot more closely Pritchard thinks little of the poems of In the Clearing either in themselves or as a gateway to reading Frost But he does take Frost’s ambiguities and intellectual depth (attributes of any credible god) seriously He pays special attention to the earlier poetry The essay “Frost and Edward Thomas” shows Pritchard at his best in supplying sensitive technical readings and biographical context He even touches on (although he also draws back from I think wrongly) one of my favorite delights in Frost one usually unnoticed by readers: the way a poem implicitly replies in conversation to another poem in this case Thomas Hardy’s “At Castle Boterel.” What Eliot and Frost have very much in common — not mentioned directly by Pritchard but explicit in his writing about each separately — is their emphasis on listening Frost’s “sound of sense” and Eliot’s ability to “cast a spell over the responsive ear.” I grew up with recordings of both poets reading their own works and their voices still sound in my own head when I read their verse Frost’s deceptive folksiness — a fox — and Eliot’s deadpan gravity — a hedgehog They also shared a keen wit and a very deep conversation with tradition There are few poets today who care as much for all three of these qualities Frost’s expansive body of poetry and Eliot’s relative paucity (English novelist and critic Brigid Brophy famously said that Eliot was the only writer to have parlayed himself into being considered a major poet by titling one small volume Minor Poems) Frost’s rhetoric of doubt and Eliot’s of certainty — these and many other points of comparison and contrast I would like to have seen addressed in On Frost and Eliot J. Kates is a poet, feature journalist and reviewer, literary translator, and the president and co-director of Zephyr Press a nonprofit press that focuses on contemporary works in translation from Russia His latest book of poetry is Places of Permanent Shade (Accents Publishing) and his newest translation is Sixty Years Selected Poems: 1957-2017 the works of the Russian poet Mikhail Yeryomin The Lady’s Dressing Room (1732) BY JONATHAN SWIFT Five hours (and who can do it less in?) By haughty Celia… but this Littlefield review has convinced me to make the purchase your comments reek of what is wrong in today's society and also if entitlement About Us Advertising/Underwriting Syndication Media Resources Editors and Contributors © 2025 The Arts Fuse. All Rights Reserved. Site by AuthorBytes The stars of MAFS Australia season 12 are beefing once again Billy Belcher has responded to living “rent-free” in the head of red flag turned voice of the people Though he started as one of the most controversial grooms, somehow, Eliot has managed to claw back his reputation through the combined power of witty TikToks, shady digs, and unapologetically stating what is on everyone’s minds. The Eliot Donovan renaissance has undoubtedly been helped by his brewing connection to beloved bride Jamie Marinos Billy has been a fan favourite throughout the show and has stayed relatively out of the drama – until now MAFS’ Billy Belcher fires back at Eliot – claiming he’s living rent-free in Eliot’s head 🧠💥 #mafs #mafsgossip In typical reality TV fashion understanding where this beef originated would require Sherlock Holmes Billy clapped back at Eliot this week on Instagram “How good is it living rent-free in someone’s head How much does it cost for me to live in there?” he questioned “Because I’m living free all week.” The feud was seemingly ignited last week when Eliot posted several TikToks about Billy and the person he should have married over Sierah The first clip was a jab at Billy and Dave’s podcast appearances followed quickly by an SNL-style sketch where Billy caught Eliot and Jamie at the airport he posted another jab alongside the caption “Crashing out after Billy booked another shirtless appearance at a regional under-18s event.” Eliot posted a whopping five TikToks about Billy and even more about Dave People largely seem to be backing Eliot in the fight with one person writing on Instagram: “Lol stop it I like Billy’s attempt but Eliot’s been living rent free in Billy’s head from the get go he hasn’t stopped mentioning Eliot.” “I know Elliot’s tiktok about this is going to be golden,” another said as MAFS Australia groom Ryan Donnelly added I would have thought you would have had an issue with Adrian out of anyone because of your MAFS wifey had the hots for him So what’s happened with Eliot?” someone else questioned As people on the outside looking in, it genuinely seems as though Eliot and Billy’s beef is centred around the former stealing Jamie from Billy’s bestie, Dave but lemme know when Eliot’s response drops because I can’t get enough Patriots Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf addresses the media on Saturday PATRIOTS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF PLAYER PERSONNEL ELIOT WOLF you're done with the bulk of the offseason How much do you think you've improved this roster Do you think it's in a position now to compete this year for a postseason spot I think we'll be much more competitive this year but I think we did a lot of things this offseason that were advantageous to us moving forward and we continue to improve the depth of the team and ignite competition here today were those two players you were surprised that they fell and were available when you guys were up It's been some of the chatter that they were steals and when you were able to get them in the draft EW: I think anytime you can get some depth on the defensive line both these guys— Swinson has some pass rush Farmer can rush the passer and play the run We were excited that those guys were still available and we just trusted the board but kind of part of the reason for all the trades just moving up and down the board as we saw fit where the value was Q: What would you say the ultimate goal was here in this year's draft How happy are you with the process and how it played out EW: I'll answer the second part of that first I think it all came to fruition this weekend and I think we were really able to help the team out it was filling some of the holes that we had and increasing the depth and competition on the roster with the right type of people Q: How did you guys do things better this year than you did last year or in years past EW: I just think the whole vision for the team was really good but there was a lot of clear communication between [Mike] Vrabel and our staff as the guys are still working on it right now hopefully they're closing some of these undrafted free agent deals out We just didn't have an organized enough process and Ryan Cowden and Coach Vrabel and Stretch [John Streicher] really came in and helped me organize this I think we're going to have a productive group Q: In Bradyn Swinson's report in The Beast there was a conversation on weaknesses that he butted heads with the coaching staff at various points you don't have to say specifically with him but do you ask the player directly about that or is that something you investigate with the coaching staff first I think we talked to a lot of different sources at these colleges it's something that we'll bring up and try to see how they answer those things when I went to practice at LSU this year as we mentioned with Will Campbell He was really getting after it and that was a good thing because there were some of those questions I left out of there feeling really comfortable with him I was looking at prospect rankings and looking at Kobee Minor the best I could see was Dane Brugler had him as the 127th best cornerback in the draft and why do you think there's a disconnect between your value and the outside value on him Kobee's a guy that our scouts that went into Memphis this year got on early He started his career at Texas Tech and then played one year at Indiana and then actually transferred to Memphis this year so I don't know that he was necessarily on the radar early in the season for some people the ability to play the football in the air He was a guy that we had some affinity for obviously you hear people say most important in the sport Might you be able to share a commitment you might have from someone at this point we're working on some undrafted situations at a lot of different positions right now and a quarterback will be part of that We're definitely expecting to add another quarterback you guys obviously did what you did in free agency and the Draft especially if somebody shakes loose at some point like a major piece that you could add to this team We'll definitely look at different ways to improve the team whether that's trade or someone that might become available later a bit unusual seeing a long snapper as part of the draft class The Patriots have a guy that's been here for a long time Is there a question about Joe Cardona's long-term future with the team What went into the decision to draft the long snapper EW: Julian Ashby was a player that we liked We felt like he was the best long snapper in the draft Through some of the conversations that we had we felt like he might not be someone that would be available post-draft wanting to add some competition to the roster Is there a strategy on when to go in there like looking at other teams that possibly have a similar need there I feel like the special teams community always thinks like 10 kickers are going to get drafted every year It's a key of balancing your value for the player We decided to jump in there with Andres [Borregales] when we did and feel pretty comfortable with that and he was a player that was ranked high on our board Q: I was curious what your outlook is at the nickel cornerback spot with Marcus Jones in the last year of his deal Do you see Kobee Minor maybe factoring in there and what is your perspective on the long term outlook at that spot Kobee Minor is a guy we feel like can play outside and inside I feel like we have some other players on the roster that have that flexibility certainly [Christian] Gonzalez can go in there the big nickel position on early downs is something that we'll see from this defense Read the full transcript from Kobee Minor's press conference on Saturday Read the full transcript from Patriots VP of Player Personnel Ryan Cowden's press conference with the media on Saturday Read the full transcript from Andres Borregales' press conference on Saturday Read the full transcript from Marcus Bryant's press conference on Saturday Read the full transcript from Craig Woodson's press conference on Saturday Read the full transcript from Bradyn Swinson's press conference on Saturday Read the full transcript from Patriots fourth-round pick Joshua Farmer's press conference with the media on Saturday Read the full transcript from Kyle Williams' press conference on Friday Read the full transcript from Patriots Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf's post-draft press conference on Wednesday Read the full transcript from TreVeyon Henderson's press conference on Friday Read the full transcript from Patriots third round pick Jared Wilson's conference call with the media on Friday Thomas and Robbe give their first thoughts on the Tracksmith Eliot Racer Patriots Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf addresses the media on Friday Wolf discusses the Patriots selections on Day 2 of the NFL Draft Pretty excited about the players that we were able to add to the team Starting last night and continuing on tonight certainly going to look to address the defense Wanted to start out just by saying thank you to the coaches everybody that's sacrificed to make this thing possible the college scouting season is all year long and really bending over backwards for us to watch as many possible players as they can It's just been a really good process with Coach Vrabel and we're excited about the guys we were able to add Q: Can you start by breaking down some of the players TreVeyon Henderson had a great career in high school He's a five-star running back coming out of Virginia we view him as a three-down back and a really good compliment speed to take at the distance anytime he touches it EW: Kyle Williams started his career at UNLV had a really productive junior year when Cam Ward was quarterback there Had the opportunity to visit with him on his 30 visit here and we're excited about what he's going to add from that perspective His athletic ability is really what stands out about him do you anticipate any of these three to challenge for starting roles we see all of them with the ability to come in and compete and everyone's going to come in and have the same opportunity we have some established players at some of these positions but each player is going to come in and we'll see what they can do Q: You mentioned the idea of addressing the defense on day three How do you feel like what you guys did over the first couple days sets you up for day three That's just the way the board was dictated to us there's still some players that we feel can help us moving forward you talked about Wilson having center-guard flexibility could you see Wilson getting a chance to compete at Most of his experience has been at center this past year He was basically the sixth man at Georgia prior to this year so he's got experience practicing and playing at guard there I think center's ultimately going to be his best position Q: I think right now you have 10 receivers on the roster How do you see that in terms of competition I see it as us being able to add depth and strength in the group Stefon's [Diggs] going to be limited as we move through the spring here so we're still going to give those guys as many opportunities as we can the broadcast showed you on the phone with the clock down to under a minute with that 38th overall pick Can you take us through what was happening there on the phone and why you ended up on TreVeyon we didn't feel that the value that was being offered to us was worth possibly losing out on TreVeyon so we just ended up sending the pick in and getting him on the phone with about 58 seconds left there Was that players coming off the board right before your pick and deciding to trade down or having an idea that some of those guys would be available later on that you'd be interested in Some teams that were pretty active there in that third round with teams trying to move around a lot Some of the calls are kind of crazy asking for stuff I feel like a lot of times people just look at their point chart and don't really use common sense at times Q: Will Campbell said he had a meeting with you in week five this past fall What was your experience like when it came to that conversation and the evaluation process through the pre-draft brought Will over and we had a conversation He told me that he really would love to be a New England Patriot and I just assumed at the time that he said that to every scout that came by As some of those conversations continued post-season and seeing him at the Combine and we were locked in on him for a long time his wingspan would be a bit of a historical outlier at that position and did that give you any pause at any point during the evaluation process I think we only started measuring wingspan like 10 years ago and some of his unique athletic ability and ability to bend and extend Even though he doesn't have that long wingspan he's pretty polished for an offensive lineman so we just kept coming back to the tape and seeing those things and didn't think they affected him too much hard not to notice the level of athleticism you added through the four picks tonight How important was that as you looked at your roster last year realizing you had to get faster and more athletic It probably doesn't matter as much for the offensive lineman unless there's a turnover I think we both expected those guys to run faster so I think their play speed is really what stands out about them you talked about taking the best player on the board in certain parts of the draft Is that the case for TreVeyon because going in running back might not have necessarily been a need per se We just felt like his ability to – it's a deep draft for running backs There's still some guys up there that we feel could help us but just his ability to be a threat and make huge plays was something that stood out with him versus the rest of the class how much did that appeal or factor into his evaluation His ability to win off the line with his releases and accelerate his ability to stem guys at the top of the route there's still some things that he could work on and clean up which I'm sure Todd [Downing] and Josh [McDaniels] will work with him on but that was something that stood out to us throughout the process how much does his leadership and his maturity factor into the evaluation we feel like all four of the guys we drafted are good people That's obviously an emphasis moving forward getting the right type of people in to fit the culture but the time we spent with him was pretty good TreVeyon said he had kind of limited contact with you guys before the draft What goes into that evaluation when you maybe haven't met with the player as much personally I feel like TreVeyon maybe forgot one of the meetings because Coach Downing met with him at Ohio State maybe he wasn't wearing his Patriots shirt and obviously we have ample connections with Ohio State We have a really good relationship with those people over there this was a great year to have those connections with them winning the national championship and obviously the number of players that are going to be drafted from there does that allow Cole Strange to go back to the left guard where he started or do you still see him competing at the center position we see versatility as the name of the game here he got that great experience at center last year so we feel like he can compete at both spots when you look at your depth chart at this point and obviously these guys have to get in the building and everything like that but it looks like you've addressed just about every need in this – from defense in free agency to offense that you guys have been successful in sort of getting together a team that can compete tomorrow if they had to and that's something that we came up short with last year I still think there are a bunch of areas that we can add depth to that we feel like we need to shore up a little bit I think he only had one year's experience as starting center what was it about him that really stood out that made you kind of want to go for him and take him so I think your point about playing one year is kind of maybe what we liked a little bit the trajectory for him to have the success he had this year as a first-year starter especially with his unique athletic ability whether this was a trade or a pick you made EW: The hardest decision tonight was what to eat I wasn't real excited about some of the choices in there there were some really good conversations before our first pick with Coach Vrabel Just there was a little bit of a debate about who we were going to pick one of the players we were talking about got drafted but I think it was a really good step in the right direction just for us working together in our relationship as co-workers because we have to have productive disagreements for this to work We can't just agree on everything; we can't just acquiesce to each other on something so I think it was really productive from that standpoint Q: Was there a worst trade offer for you guys EW: I would say there were more trade offers tonight than I would say was normal there were some that were just kind of like I'll call you right back,' and there were a couple that we're just like Q: Were there any thoughts of moving up the board to snag someone that you had targeted they were probably saying the same thing that I just said about us 'That's not enough,' but it ultimately just didn't work out in that fashion they've won national championships and been on national championship rosters Is there something to be said about guys winning championships and bringing that in here I think it's winning championships and also the pedigree of some of these guys even Washington State played some big games I think it gives – these guys come in a little bit more ready maybe than some guys from some other schools Q: Do you feel you've gravitated toward the offensive side of the ball because you think they can directly support Drake [Maye] Is it easier to pull the trigger on maybe an offensive player versus a defensive player at the same spot sometimes it's just how the board works out but we're drafting with our current roster in mind maybe the running back position wasn't a top need but it was certainly somewhere – we wanted to add speed to the roster so here's a fast guy that plays running back that can really help us but what's the reaction to seeing Shedeur Sanders still on the board I had the opportunity to watch him play against Oklahoma State this year so it maybe wasn't the best game to look at But it was interesting to see that he's still available and I'm sure there's going to be a fit for him here tomorrow you said that despite him being a little bit undersized What is it about him that you think he can do that He's not a grinder between the tackles power runner He has good feet and obviously has the speed to run outside so we just feel like he has that toughness and versatility Q: You mentioned defense as a focus tomorrow Do you feel like you're prepared to go up and target specific players and position with that extra capital that you have so I wouldn't imagine we'll go up from there we have some flexibility to maybe go up if the board kind of dictates that there's someone that we can't live without Read the full transcript from Eliot Wolf's press conference on Saturday and K'Lavon Chaisson address the media on Tuesday TIMECODE\n00:00-05:57 HOOPER\n05:57-15:38 CHAISSON Patriots Vice President of Player Personnel Ryan Cowden addresses the media on Saturday defensive back Kobee Minor addresses the media on Saturday tackle Marcus Bryant addresses the media on Saturday kicker Andres Borregales addresses the media on Saturday edge Bradyn Swinson addresses the media on Saturday defensive tackle Joshua Farmer addresses the media on Saturday safety Craig Woodson addresses the media on Saturday long snapper Julian Ashby addresses the media on Saturday 69th overall pick wide receiver Kyle Williams addresses the media on Friday Patriots third round pick Jared Wilson addresses the media on Friday Patriots second round pick TreVeyon Henderson addresses the media during his Draft conference call on Friday Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft introduces first round draft pick Campbell is presented with the ceremonial #1 jersey and fields questions from the media Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel addresses the Media after taking LSU OT Will Campbell fourth overall on Thursday Patriots first round Draft pick offensive tackle Will Campbell addresses the media on Thursday New England selected Campbell fourth overall in the 2025 NFL Draft Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addresses the media in his pre-draft press conference on Tuesday Patriots players Garrett Bradbury and Antonio Gibson address the media on Thursday TIMECODE\nBRADBURY 00:00-15:45\nGIBSON 15:45-25:10 Patriots players Marcus Jones and Harold Landry III address the media on Tuesday TIMECODE:\n00:00-08:20       JONES\n08:20-16:44       LANDRY CMCMILLAN   00:00-06:09\nJHAMILTON    06:09-16:58\nSBOOKER     16:58-23:16\nZKUHR        23:16-34:49 Patriots special teams coordinator Jeremy Springer addresses the media at Gillette Stadium on Friday and Todd Downing address the media on Thursday GRANT        00:00-09:30\nMARRONE     09:30-17:53\nDEWS         17:53-20:30\nDOWNING     20:30-30:44 Be one of the first to try our new activity feed under the hood is a high-tech super shoe that can do it all super shoes have ushered in a running renaissance “supercritical” foamed spaceships let us run faster But there’s a dark side to this brave new world that no one has addressed—until now shoe brands have felt compelled to make their super shoes as neon Brace yourself to do it in pink leopard print If the super shoe market is filled with ridiculous Lamborghini Veneno Roadsters (look it up) the Tracksmith Eliot Racer is a Bentley Continental GT Peel back the classy exterior and you’ll find a high-tech the Eliot Racer rises to the challenge for a wide range of applications over many I’ve been running in the Eliot Racer for over a month now to see if it performs as beautifully as it looks—everything from track sessions Weight: 7.7 oz (218 grams) for men’s size 9 Available on March 14 at Boston, Brooklyn, and London Trackhouses Available for try-on and order on March 14-15 at the LA Marathon Envoy Pop-Up Available online on March 18 here which feels about as similar to the Eliot Racer as it looks that’s where things get a little provocative Here are my biggest takeaways about the Eliot Racer: Removing the Eliot Racer from its suave canvas shoe bag, the first thing I noticed is that these shoes are pretty. Like an even more chic Eliot Runner in the words of my college teammate Ashley Higginson medaled multiple times on the national stage in the steeplechase And like everything Tracksmith makes, even the looks aren’t just about the looks. Yes, the gold sash matches the Strata race kit perfectly But it also connects directly to the carbon plate and bottom layer of Pebax foam serving the dual purpose of providing this distinctive Tracksmith branding mark while also locking down the midfoot The next thing I noticed after putting on the Eliot Racer that it’s surprisingly peppy for such an understated silhouette The Eliot Racer doesn’t have that in-your-face (or should I say feet) trampoline-like feel of You will not terrorize your training partners with a “Slap What exactly are you missing out on without that supreme trampoline-like feel The jury is still out on how much of that type of spring translates from perception to performance Tracksmith says that third-party testing with Heeluxe found that the Eliot Racer was in the top five percent for energy return for any shoes the lab has tested the major shoe companies have their own labs so take this comparison for what it’s worth.) We already mentioned the removable ATPU drop-in midsole that sits on the carbon plate and bottom layer of Pebax foam (Remove the midsole for some words of inspiration thoughtfully printed underneath.) By eliminating the traditional sockliner and the lasting board (which is a thin mesh with a central cutout) Tracksmith says it’s able to maximize cushion depth while staying comfortably below the World Athletics 40mm heel height limit the stack height is quite a bit higher than the visible Pebax layer suggests once again lending to the classic silhouette.) The combination of these two foams with no glue to add weight and get in the way lends to the responsive and soft feel I felt underfoot while minimizing weight I’ve found the Eliot Racer feels fast while I’m up on my toes at 5K pace and also while striding out at marathon pace which is shaped a bit like an exponential curve kicking in a little later than the ball of the foot This allows for a delightfully stable stance while your foot sinks into the thick foam before rebounding with a quick roll This rocker shape helps make the shoe exceedingly comfortable at a wide range of paces I think runners who feel like they’re wallowing in some super shoes with an earlier rocker will be thrilled with the more gentle rocker here the Eliot Racer uses high quality materials that are durable That’s reflected in the translucent and breathable (yet surprisingly resilient) upper and the suede-like that means that Tracksmith has foregone engineered mesh—the gold standard for super shoe uppers these days (I promised you this would get a little provocative at some point!) This may be a deal-breaker for some who are unwilling to compromise on weight and fit: Sure And durability is one place where Tracksmith has decided to carve its own lane Tracksmith didn’t skimp on the rubber underfoot making this an excellent do-it-all super shoe for track sessions My pair still feels like it’s at the beginning of its life exposed counter (where the stay runs vertically on a stiff heel cup) would rub my heel I’m delighted to report a total absence of rubbing—not even a little bit in my own testing the shoe can feel a little sloshy in the ankle rounding sharp turns I’ve found the Eliot Racer fits like a glove with an amply wide toebox to let your toes breathe and your feet work I raced in it after one light track session with no issues It also helps that the Eliot Racer fits true-to-size (hallelujah) This may seem like a “duh,” but I am so sick of ordering super shoes in my normal shoe size only for them to be far too small I’m going to use answering that question as an excuse to grandstand for a second Gone are the days when amateurs wanted to emulate the look of the professionals Why spend your hard-earned dollars on apparel and shoes that pros not only receive for free Shoe companies quite literally make their pro athlete kits as loud and as branded as possible to maximize exposure—there is no reason for you to give them free marketing and loud colorblocks are out; understated elegance is in And Tracksmith has helped cultivate this mindset shift by pioneering a classy alternative with its apparel Being an “amateur” runner is once again a badge of honor These are the people who carve out time from their industrious lives to dedicate themselves to their craft These are the people who understand it’s worth investing in quality running gear that will last you for years Now you can embody that aesthetic head-to-toe on race day And so, yes, the Tracksmith Eliot Racer is for—what did my boss Chris call us?—“twee” northeasterners,” but it’s also a versatile and durable super shoe for runners of all speeds It’s for runners who want just one shoe that can do it all for many And it’s for all the dedicated runners out there who want to look as classy on the roads as they do off of them On Cloudboom Strike These days, the drama on Married At First Sight Australia is rarely confined to the show itself but some of the behind the scenes gossip has already found its way onto social media and it involves some husband and wife swapping At the start of this season, Jamie Marinos was matched with Dave Hand, and Eliot Donovan married Lauren Hall. Sadly, in both instances, it wasn't meant to be. Both Eliot and Lauren went on to marry other people on the show, for Eliot that person was Veronica Cloherty The couple called it quits during the sixth commitment ceremony ‘He didn’t really give me anything… It was like drawing blood from a stone with Eliot.' Meanwhile with many fans querying if something was going on between Dave and Veronica Talk about love triangles (or squares) now everyone is wondering if there is something happening between Jamie and Eliot Former MAFS Australia cast members Eliot and Jamie have been spotted 'getting cosy' on a number of occasions recently they were spotted at a nightclub in Surfers Paradise In one clip doing the rounds on social media they appear to be partying together before making a heart shape with their hands Fully aware of the endless speculation about whether they are dating Jamie and Eliot shared a jokey TikTok where Jamie scrolls through her phone and says 'There are pictures of us together in Queensland 'How would [the media] even know?' Eliot then shared another clip where he can be seen laughing with his arm around Jamie with the caption 'God forbid I don't hate the girl.' They later staged a skit where their dog used its paw to dial a journalist to reveal their whereabouts and another one where Jamie decides to call Eliot back once he's hit 200k followers on TikTok Jamie and Eliot might not have confirmed that their romance (yet) but they are definitely enjoying the rumours apparently the duo spent the night together in Sydney after Daily Mail Australia's reunion party – something that jumpstarted the romance rumours Jamie's former on-screen husband was asked about her new flirtatious friendship on Instagram and simply wrote: 'Honestly 'But I highly doubt she's going to sleep with three cast members from this year's season Instagram thing – whatever they're doing Eliot and Jamie then shared another date of theirs on social media in response to a fan commenting 'Dave did in fact care' 'We're in this together,' while he wrapped an arm around Jamie's shoulders as they prepared to go on a roller coaster ride They have also been pictures at the Ovolo Hotel in Woolloomooloo – so they are definitely a future couple for MAFS fans to have on their radar They did seem to build a strong connection during the show Both Dave and Veronica have stated that their connection was platonic and that they were not involved in a romantic relationship This year's Final Vows are aired in the 37th and 38th episode of the season which are set to air on Channel 4 on Monday 5th and Tuesday 7th May. 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JARED KOCH The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER The power of the word in poetic form is nearly incomprehensible can attempt to write a song in meaningful conversation with the poet In spite of an education with a focus on both good and great books when a short-lived love interest recommended I obtain a collection of his works In Portland’s famous Powell’s City of Books while on my last youthful road trip hurrah far past the ashes that came of that dollar-store candle of a fire that it accompanied me on a cross-Canada tour in a summer into fall and now quaintly sits among the hardcover riff-raff that is my used book collection But while I did read some full sections of it (parts of it on a ferry from Cape Breton to Newfoundland) many say he is a “great”… and that I feel the same and pretentious at worst—as is the morbid pattern of the modern young “intellectual.” But this proves rather than disproves the power of the poet He casts a spell on the reader or listener as Dana Gioia has frequently and wisely articulated echoing Plato’s lasting fascination with the “muse.” If the poet cannot charm can attempt to write a song in meaningful conversation with him because the undercurrent that binds poet and reader or listener transcends the external language and charms and changes that reader or listener poetry penetrates the core of a person in an immediate “bypassing the dragons of the intellect.” One line can change a life as only recently yet another conversation I had proved The non-lover of poetry—many of them if not nearly all—finds a way yet to love a particular poem That is precisely the substance of the conversation I just had and yet to cherish a line of poetic wisdom as if permanently tattooed on one’s chest as defense against the ravages of life The power of the word in poetic form is thus nearly incomprehensible True poetry adheres to the inner bones of being in a way no other kind of language can Such powerful lines are frequently overused or misused This is the great tragedy of poetic brilliance—that the same freshness and perspicacity that made it brilliant particularly in the mouths or on the keyboards of pretentious intellectuals or propagandists These lines seem to have somewhat suffered this fate but in so doing they share a strange badge of honour with “I love you” and “Veni vici!” and “For God so loved the world…” The strangest yet greatest possible legacy of the poet is for one’s words to become the world’s messy common patrimony And while that which comprises patrimony is often subject to eventual and varied states of neglect and vandalism there are always those new persons to once again see the glisten of abiding fresh truth and greatness beneath the layers of soot Only when it is completely forgotten can it be completely trampled each generation is invited to answer the beckoning of the buried poet into the conversation of the spellbound where some of the deepest and most mysterious human resonance can triumph the lines can perhaps again glisten—and produce new lines that show forth the eternity of truth as it relates to the present as part of the broad human conversation that straddles millennia “Eliot,” on a sunny day in the backyard when all was well with me I have often been sad before writing a sad song (and sad songs are my fitful patrimony); but I almost resisted writing this because it was so opposed to my disposition that day like fire to the fuel of the present’s shocking relentless tragic events—and our seeming difficulty in responding to it all—brought forth a new iteration in a song and the cruel disregard of the elderly—the world is not alright we have clung to his wisdom as a piece of our own ragged patrimony knowing we would need to continue to access it for a time like ours like the vocation of many poets before and since Eliot’s words—in their proper full context in The Hollow Men—deserve a new This essay was first published here in May 2020 The featured image is courtesy of Pixabay All comments are moderated and must be civil Comments that are critical of an essay may be approved but comments containing ad hominem criticism of the author will not be published comments containing web links or block quotations are unlikely to be approved Keep in mind that essays represent the opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Imaginative Conservative or its editor or publisher The rhythms of Eliot have haunted me since I discovered him in the 70s ‘Genuine poetry can communicate before it is understood.’ (On Dante) The Logos is the ontological Poet I found it particularly relatable because I have also set Eliot’s poetry to music I recently composed a four-movement setting of “Four Quartets” for 4-voice choir Eliot’s poetry is a bottomless well of inspiration The Imaginative Conservative is sponsored by The Free Enterprise Institute (a U.S Your donation to the Institute in support of The Imaginative Conservative is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law Countries & Areas Bureaus & Offices About was sworn in as the Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation (ISN) on March 31 Assistant Secretary Kang has been performing the duties of the Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security (T) since January 1 He is a career member of the Senior Executive Service He served previously as Acting Assistant Secretary from January 2021 to March 2022 January 2017 to January 2018 and January to June 2009 He also exercised the authorities of the Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security from January to July 2021 and January 2017 to January 2018 he was ISN’s Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary a role in which he had also served in an acting capacity from 2009 to 2011 he was Deputy Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Affairs he was ISN’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for Threat Reduction and Negotiations; he also served as the bureau’s Special Adviser for North Korean Denuclearization President Obama accorded Kang the personal rank of ambassador to serve as the United States representative to the Diplomatic Conference for the Convention on Nuclear Safety Kang joined the State Department in 2003 as a William C Foster Fellow and served in the Bureaus of Political-Military Affairs and Arms Control He is a recipient of numerous State Department awards In 2018 he received a congressionally established Presidential Rank Award at the Meritorious Executive Rank and in 2022 he received the same award at the Distinguished Executive Rank Kang taught international security at the University of Pennsylvania and Northern Illinois University and has held fellowships at the Council on Foreign Relations and the Brookings Institution His writings have appeared in such publications as International Organization He also studied at Princeton University and received his A.B. His professional background includes working as an investment banker specializing in corporate finance and mergers & acquisitions for Dillon He was elected to life membership in the Council on Foreign Relations in 2002 We use cookies to make our website work better and improve your experience Community Safety Department Director To Resign Amid Tension With Cambridge Police Department From Lab to Startup: Harvard’s Office of Technology Development Paves the Way for Research Commercialization People’s Forum on Graduation Readiness Held After Vote to Eliminate MCAS 8 Takeaways From Harvard’s Task Force Reports Renovations to Eliot House are on schedule to begin after Commencement and conclude by fall 2027 — despite financial uncertainty causing the University to tighten its belt Three days after the Trump administration pulled over $400 million in grants and contracts from Columbia University, Harvard President Alan M. Garber ’76 announced a temporary hiring freeze in an email to University affiliates Garber cited “rapidly shifting federal policies” that have created an environment of financial uncertainty for universities across the nation He wrote that Harvard “needs to prepare for a wide range of financial circumstances.” it is imperative to limit significant new long-term commitments,” he wrote “We are also asking the leadership of Schools and administrative units to scrutinize discretionary and non-salary spending reassess the scope and timing of capital renewal projects and conduct a rigorous review of any new multi-year commitments.” In a similar statement to Harvard affiliates Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences Dean Hopi E Hoekstra reaffirmed the decision to pause faculty and staff hiring amid financial uncertainties “The recently announced pause in faculty and staff hiring and the decision to stop admission offers to graduate students on waitlists are temporary measures to provide us with time to do the hard strategic work ahead,” Hoekstra wrote in the statement The announcement of the hiring freeze sparked concerns over the continuation of House renewal projects which Harvard College Dean Rakesh Khurana declined to comment on during an interview with The Crimson on March 25 Elmer ’98 confirmed in an email that “construction will proceed as scheduled” for the House renovation project “We have already begun the first phases of the project The construction underway on the MAC Quad is also part of the renovation,” Elmer wrote we are planning for an on-time start and on-time completion,” he added Eliot students will reside in either the Inn at Harvard or Harvard-owned dorms above businesses in Harvard Square as the Eliot dorms are renovated The building will be renovated all at once over the course of two years — unlike the Adams House renovations which were completed building by building in phases The renovations will include new doors and windows Eliot House will be the seventh house to be renovated as part of a larger effort to restore all 12 of Harvard’s undergraduate houses The House renewal project will cost the University over $1.4 billion In response to questions about continuing renovations University spokesperson Jonathan Palumbo wrote that administrators “are following the guidance included in the recent updates from President Garber and Dean Hoekstra and will continue to communicate updates with the community.” —Staff writer Bianca G. Ciubancan can be reached at bianca.ciubancan@thecrimson.com —Staff writer Mohan A. Hathi can be reached at mohan.hathi@thecrimson.com Want to keep up with breaking news? Subscribe to our email newsletter. INDIANAPOLIS - Eliot Wolf took to the podium at the NFL Scouting Combine on Wednesday speaking with the media for the first time since last season and providing his insight on what went wrong in 2024 and how he and the scouting department plan to improve the team with better results under a new coaching staff in 2025 "It's been really cool and rewarding so far working with Coach Vrabel," said Wolf who is attending his 31st combine overall and second with the Patriots "He has a lot of great ideas and vision for the team an effort that we're all working together." the Patriots made a slam dunk selection at third overall in Drake Maye but saw mixed results from their free agent and rookie classes that couldn't keep the Patriots from picking in the top five for a second year in a row Wolf took responsibility for the personnel misses in 2024 "During this process last year just didn't get enough done the free agency class didn't live up to our expectations but we were expecting a bigger impact from some of those guys and we're still hopeful that they'll get to that point for us." Wolf highlighted second-round pick Ja'Lynn Polk as one 2024 rookie that the team believes can get on track in 2025 I think that really kind of stunted his career a little bit and he's going to continue to work hard and rehab and do the things that are necessary Caden [Wallace] was progressing then he got hurt Layden [Robinson] probably played a little bit more than we had expected when we drafted him the receivers didn't have the production that we had hoped for when you do watch practice and you do talk to these guys and sometimes for whatever reason rookies just aren't ready to go but we're hopeful that they'll continue working and get to be productive." Patriots Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf addresses the media on Wednesday With free agency just a couple of weeks away the Patriots are flush with cap space and draft capital But as more and more potential free agent targets re-sign with their teams or land elsewhere even the best-laid plans at this point in the offseason will require contingencies also adding the scouting department needs to be more thorough in their vetting processes And I just think it's about keeping your options open "There's only so many elite free agents and there's probably 27 teams looking at those guys we feel like we're a more attractive destination this year than we were last year We're excited to fill the roster out and get to where we need to be so we can use [the fourth-overall] pick on the best player." While the fourth overall selection will get most of the attention in the coming two months Wolf sees a draft that has good depth in the mid-rounds specifically in the defensive front seven and at the running back and tight end positions "I think this draft is probably a little meatier in the middle than it is at the top in a lot of ways," said Wolf but throughout the rounds that can help us." The defensive linemen and linebackers took to the podiums on Wednesday kicking off four straight days of interviews with the media which also include the defensive ends and edges are among the deepest and most talented in this year's draft and there are plenty of players that could be intriguing fits for the Patriots defense Penn State defender Abdul Carter was among the most popular players to speak on Wednesday and confirmed that he had already met with head coach Mike Vrabel and the Pats It might be a long shot for the Patriots to expect him to fall to fourth overall many mock drafts project Carter to go first overall Going to the Titans as the number one pick of 2025 is a goal that Carter confirmed he had in mind "I feel I'm the best player in the country," Carter told NBC Sports "I thought he was a cool guy," said Graham of his meeting with Vrabel and staff They were just asking me about me – what makes me It was just a fluid conversation and getting to know each other Vrabel told Patriots.com that getting in-person facetime with the prospects is the most valuable part of the combine Another notable prospect that confirmed meeting with the Patriots was wrecking-ball edge player Nic Scourton from Texas A&M Scourton is one of a handful of edge players behind Carter who should make an immediate impact for the NFL team that selects them along with fellow Aggie Shemar Stewart and Ohio State's Jack Sawyer All have different specialties and developing parts of their games but whatever NFL teams are looking for this spring they should be able to find it among this year's defensive front prospects A potent duo from Georgia also were present on Wednesday both already appearing to have the polish of NFL veterans Mykel Williams and Jalon Walker will both be first-round picks and it's easy to see how they could slot into the Patriots defense Williams registers more in the mold of a defensive end while Walker is an off-the-ball chess piece who told reporters he can play just about any position behind the line of scrimmage Whether it's big space-eating defensive tackles athletic off-the-ball linebackers or stout edge players there's a lot to love about these first position groups to kick off the combine Thursday night's on-field testing and measurements should only continue to push many of them up draft boards across the league Watch this exclusive interview with Patriots Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf at the 2025 NFL Combine Wolf talks about his 31st year at the combine the Patriots offseason plans for free agency DISCLAIMER: The views and thoughts expressed in this article are those of the writer and don't necessarily reflect those of the organization. Read Full Disclaimer The Patriots added some speed and explosiveness to the backfield by drafting Ohio State's TreVeyon Henderson in the second round The Patriots second-year quarterback spoke to the media for the first time this offseason on Thursday See what the experts had to say about the Patriots day 3 draft picks from the 2025 NFL Draft The Patriots continued to focus on the defensive side of the ball in rounds four and five of the NFL Draft The Patriots got started on the draft's third day by making their first pick on the defensive side of the ball See what the experts had to say about the Patriots second and third round draft picks from the 2025 NFL Draft Resetting the board for the Patriots after the first two days of the 2025 NFL Draft Taking a deeper look at the Patriots two third-round selections in the 2025 NFL Draft Breaking down the Patriots newest running back TreVeyon Henderson from Ohio State After selecting OT Will Campbell in the first round See what the experts had to say about the Patriots first round draft pick from the 2025 NFL Draft We’ve got yet another love triangle on this season of MAFS Australia and her new boo – Australia’s most controversial groom – Eliot Donovan They’re very much in it for real,” an unnamed MAFS co-star said Though he did put on a brave face for an Instagram Q&A Dave could barely hide his frustration as he clapped back: “Honestly I wholly doubt she’s going to sleep with three cast members from this year’s season I think it’s just a TikTok Instagram thing But if we’ve learned one thing from this crop of reality TV icons it’s that they can’t let sleeping dogs lie Jamie and Eliot have since poked fun at Dave on socials – take a gander Replying to @★ AIMEE ★ appreciate the best wishes 💕 Dave and Jamie’s relationship utterly combusted in the final few weeks of MAFS, something we UK viewers are starting to watch now, so why can’t Jamie move on with another groom from the show? Jacqui Burfoot has done it and if it’s good enough for Miss Billion Dollars After seeing Dave’s impromptu question time on Instagram Eliot commented underneath the video: “Slut shaming as petty king Eliot soon posted TikTok after TikTok that seemed to address the bubbling MAFS drama which appeared to be Jamie and him on a rollercoaster the couple laughed and giggled alongside the floating words “God forbid I don’t hate the girl.” Replying to @riza Click the comment to see the unbothered king 💕#mafs #mafsau #marriedatfirstsight #fyp and a backwards cap as he imitated Dave’s initial clap back alongside the caption “POV: You are completely unbothered about your ex moving on after you love bombed her on TV.” Jamie has been eerily silent on her socials other members of the MAFS cast have added to the dumpster fire that is Jamie and Dave’s marriage Teejay Halkias featured in a “girlfriend reveal” video on Eliot’s page Featured image credit: Dave Hand/Eliot Donovan MAFS Australia's Billy and Dave are currently in a TikTok beef with Adrian and Eliot The claws are out! While girls usually get a bad rep for this kind of thing, this year among the Married at First Sight Australia cast we're looking at travelling the world together." Now Billy has spoken out and thanked Eliot and Adrian for the "advertisement" but has said he "couldn't care less" On the MAFS Funny podcast hosted by MAFS Australia's Lauren Dunn Billy was asked what he thought of Eliot and Adrian "trolling" him and Dave on TikTok He responded: "I couldn't care less I think Eliot's like 35 or something.. Like if you want to go to 'TikTok war' I'm sorry but I can't be assed with that." I'm doing these PAs [public appearances] and they're at home in their bedrooms still making TikToks." "It's funny 'cause I actually saw Eliot in the airport Little Miss Zip Mouth then weren't you?" He added the comments under the podcast clip are all saying Eliot's TikToks are "hilarious" One said: "Omg I am cringing for this! Another wrote: "Eliot is so funny" And a third said: "They won’t go to TikTok war cause Eliot would wipe the floor and walk away smiling." Eliot has responded to Billy's comments via TikToks The first he posted was of all the positive comments towards him and the second was a skit he made with Jamie He and Jamie are at an airport with someone - supposed to be Billy - behind the camera hiding and secretly smash talking Eliot before running off when they spotted him Dave recently shared his response to Jamie and Eliot's new relationship INDIANA – FEBRUARY 25: Head coach Mike Vrabel of the New England Patriots speaks to the media during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center on February 25 On Tuesday's edition of Zolak & Bertrand, Mike Reiss of ESPN broke down his biggest takeaway from how the Patriots operated during the NFL Draft. My second one, step back, like we can argue the picks, that's fun, that is a good part of this, but just look at the numbers, 11 draft picks, 17 undrafted free agents, 31% of the roster rookies. Your Patriots have gotten really, really young overnight. I think that's really interesting with what's happening down there. And then my third point is maybe a more of a critical one. A lot of praise for the draft Beetle. I heard you talking A pluses, all this. I wouldn't go that far. Download the app to LISTEN LIVE wherever you are and connect with us like never before! It started with a new head coach in Mike Vrabel to arrive with an unbiased view of the team and restore order within it accordingly The New England Patriots needed a complete and total reset heading into the 2025 season This was an impressive offseason by the Patriots led by Vrabel’s blueprint and the collaboration of his staff Vrabel comes to New England with the experience of being a head coach and with the knowledge of how to run a team He created a coaching staff that is well-equipped and will help him guide the team in the direction he wants to go: Vrabel also pushed for Ryan Cowden to be hired as the Vice President of Player Personnel whom he previously worked with in Tennessee where he held the same role and served well for Vrabel Vrabel cleaned the roster by parting ways with most of the players left who were part of Bill Belichick’s coaching regime This includes players who’ve spent their entire careers in New England Vrabel came to New England with a plan already in mind on how to retool the team It started with upgrading the defense by adding veterans who have already played for Vrabel or other members of his coaching staff The players previously coached by Vrabel include linebackers Harold Landry III Cornerback Carlton Davis previously played for Terrell Williams last season for Detroit who is now the defensive coordinator in New England this season has previously played for both Vrabel (Tennessee) and Josh McDaniels (Las Vegas) They also added free-agent wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Mack Hollins Adding players who have previous experiences with the coaching staff is important when it comes to building a culture and it’s something that Vrabel has mentioned doing since he first took over as head coach Having players who already know what the expectations are and how things should be done is essential for a rebuilding team with a new coaching staff Following Vrabel’s blueprint, the plan was to add to the offense and enhance second-year quarterback Drake Maye through the Draft. In doing so, the Pats drafted the top offensive tackle fourth overall with Will Campbell The following three selections were all for offensive needs still with the goal of surrounding Maye with weapons: running back TreVeyon Henderson In addition, the Patriots drafted another offensive tackle in the seventh round with Marcus Bryant out of Missouri The first defensive selection didn’t come until the fourth round of the draft which proves that Vrabel is true to his word on adding weapons and protection for Maye It’s important to keep in mind that the Patriots drafted the players they targeted and had already invested time and resources in the Patriots had contact and met with all of them They targeted their players and went and got them It's worth mentioning that the Patriots traded up to draft defensive tackle Joshua Farmer in the fourth round Farmer received his first college scholarship to play at Florida State from Patriots defensive line coach Clint McMillan Continuing on with a great haul from the NFL Draft, the Patriots signed 19 players as undrafted rookie free agents This gives another perspective on what the team is looking for in terms of talent and play style The undrafted free agents feature a lot of offensive firepower from players who went to smaller schools but still have the production and skills to try out in the NFL Some of those names are wide receiver Efton Chism III (120 rec.,1,311 yards running back Lan Larison (284 car.,1,465 yards These are all prototypical players that have worked in the system before, and they’re the style of player that is needed in a Josh McDaniels offense the Patriots navigated the Draft in an organized and methodical way with a clear plan with countermoves to adjust accordingly when it was needed— that can’t be said for the last handful of drafts said that he’s been told by people inside the organization that this was “Eliot Wolf’s draft” #Patriots writer Fred Kirsch said that he was told this was Eliot Wolf’s draft, he had total command of the room and isn’t going anywhere:“I’ve also heard insiders say Eliot Wolf did an amazing job with this draft, that he ran that room. … I’m told Wolf ran that draft.” pic.twitter.com/PcLNWhUM23 This was interesting to hear because it was believed that Vrabel would make the final decisions regarding the team especially since he brought in his own VP of Player Personnel with Cowden while the previous one is still involved in Wolf However the tasks are being delegated in Foxborough it’s worth noting that it was Wolf who made all of the phone calls to inform the player that they were drafting them I’d say we learned that there is an equal collaboration between Vrabel and his coaching staff with Wolf © 2025 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Minute Media or its affiliates and related brands ","https://fansided.com/",{"alt":"71","src":"72","url":"73"},{"type":"70","value":"74"},"link","Minute Media","https://www.minutemedia.com/",{"text":"77","url":"78"},{"type":"76","value":"79"},"All Rights Reserved Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Minute Media or its affiliates and related brands Justin attended Nichols College where he first began sports writing in his courses and working in the Sports Information Office He covered the Bison’s football team and updated live box scores for various home games on The Hill He then began covering Boston sports in 2018 Justin enjoys time with his dog and family while also studying the history of the Celtics Following Vrabel’s blueprint, the plan was to add to the offense and enhance second-year quarterback Drake Maye through the Draft. In doing so, the Pats drafted the top offensive tackle fourth overall with Will Campbell The following three selections were all for offensive needs In addition, the Patriots drafted another offensive tackle in the seventh round with Marcus Bryant out of Missouri The first defensive selection didn’t come until the fourth round of the draft It's worth mentioning that the Patriots traded up to draft defensive tackle Joshua Farmer in the fourth round Continuing on with a great haul from the NFL Draft, the Patriots signed 19 players as undrafted rookie free agents These are all prototypical players that have worked in the system before, and they’re the style of player that is needed in a Josh McDaniels offense #Patriots writer Fred Kirsch said that he was told this was Eliot Wolf’s draft, he had total command of the room and isn’t going anywhere:“I’ve also heard insiders say Eliot Wolf did an amazing job with this draft, that he ran that room. … I’m told Wolf ran that draft.” pic.twitter.com/PcLNWhUM23 The New England Patriots constructed an excellent draft but who was really in charge of the room when it came to making the final decision: Mike Vrabel or Eliot Wolf NFL Network's Bucky Brooks and Marc Ross tell us which team is winning free agency so far The New England Patriots went on an offseason spending spree, adding high-priced defensive players, including Milton Williams and Carlton Davis The Pats had money to burn and holes all over the roster which partially explains their big-money binge The other facet of the equation is filling holes provides flexibility come draft time including at left tackle and the lack of a playmaking receiver Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf told season ticket holders on Sunday that the club plans to take the best player available in next month's draft Wolf admitted that the team might have gone overboard trying to fill needs last season and understanding that we've filled a lot of needs already in free agency." New England has papered over many weaknesses entering Mike Vrabel's first season in charge Wolf didn't get into talks but noted they wanted to get a closer look at the receiver who is coming off a season-ending knee injury "We feel really excited about the some of the names that we've added We still know there's a lot of work to be done," Wolf said "We're just really excited to be able to go into the draft not forced to pick something." Competent teams lean on taking the best player available Poorly managed teams take lesser players to fill holes -- it rarely works out well most clubs will side with the one that better fills a gap The Pats might not be forced to pick something but landing a left tackle remains a priority To ensure Maye's future isn't characterized by getting pummeled they must solidify that position in the moving month The Baltimore Ravens on Monday released veteran kicker Justin Tucker who currently is the subject of an NFL investigation into allegations of improper conduct during massage therapy sessions Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams finalized terms on a pact that pays the Super Bowl-winning quarterback $44 million for the 2025 season NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Monday NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown Julian Edelman's place in Patriots history will be officially immortalized in 2025 The longtime New England receiver has been voted into the Patriots' Hall of Fame by fans as its 37th inductee Cleveland Browns linebacker Devin Bush was arrested Sunday on simple assault and harassment charges in Pennsylvania The 26-year old was arrested in Bell Acres in Allegheny County Seattle Seahawks third-round quarterback Jalen Milroe entered the NFL with an enticing athletic profile but lingering questions about his accuracy as a passer It's something the rookie is already out to correct The Baltimore Ravens drafted kicker Tyler Loop in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft Longtime kicker Justin Tucker is under investigation for potential improper conduct The Los Angeles Rams remain one of the potential landing spots for star corner Jalen Ramsey Rams head coach Sean McVay didn't downplay the club's interest in a reunion Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson said that he believes the time is right for tight end Kyle Pitts to see significant growth in 2025 after three years of struggles followed a historic rookie season Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back Omarion Hampton believes he can create "dominant duo backfield" with veteran RB Najee Harris Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams has made quite the impact for his team already in his short career recording back-to-back seasons of 1,100-plus yards and a total of 26 touchdowns the last two years photographer – passed peacefully on October 13 at the age of 84.  He is survived by his wife in 1958 his freedom from the Communist regime was purchased for nearly $50,000 (in 2024 currency) by a New York-based uncle working through a London-based intermediary where he lived with family and studied medicine initially stateless (the Romanian regime had stripped him of his citizenship as a condition of permitting his emigration) the State University of New York-Binghamton the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies After a pioneering two-year stint establishing mental health services in the U.S he moved to Washington DC where he established a successful Psychiatric practice and became a long-serving Professor at the George Washington University Under the democratic government of Romania Sorel’s Romanian citizenship was restored in a ceremony at the Romanian Embassy in Washington DC and a life of the mind lived through the creation Sorel would spend weekend mornings on the phone for hours with family friends and colleagues worldwide in the languages he spoke (English He made time to coach his son’s soccer team for five years relishing the post-match debriefs with his son on the drive home He did not hesitate to change transcontinental business travel plans to arrive in time for his daughter’s ballet recital He declined professional advancement opportunities that would have required his family to move so that his children could stay close to the friends they had made in the DC area He frequently embarrassed his children at soccer matches attended at RFK Stadium where he would regale the home team with cries of “danger!” when the opposition brought the ball into the final third of the field Whether stopping to photograph meadow flowers or the moment when a butterfly rests on an apple blossom A political independent who would proudly remind others that he voted for the best candidate regardless of party Sorel would engage passionately on any topic He would regularly and genuinely press the taxi driver in whichever country he was visiting for their take on local politics and report back to his family on what he learned He deeply believed in the power of democracy and of the United States to be a force for good in the world A belief he lived through his tour in the U.S and his work to deepen ties between the United States and Europe including through his behind the scenes work to arrange for Romania to be a featured country at the 1999 Smithsonian Folklife Festival Sorel was an innovative global health leader Health Policy and Management at the George Washington University where he was also a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Sorel served as a subject matter expert for the World Health Organization (WHO) Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) National Institute of Health (NIH Fogarty International Center) National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB) and the Organization for Economic Cooperation & Development (OECD) He was founding editor in chief of the Global Mental Health and Psychiatry Review and a cofounder of the Africa Global Mental Health Institute Sorel taught Global Mental Health at the Milken Institute School of Public Health He was an active and respected member of the American Psychiatric Association and the American College of Psychiatry; President of the World Association for Social Psychiatry; active member of the World Psychiatric Association; President of both the Washington Psychiatric Society and the Medical Society for the District of Columbia and inventor of the TOTAL Health model: an integrated collaborative template for health care that combined the capabilities of primary care Sorel was the organizer and President of the 1st International Perinatal TOTAL Health Congress His honors and initiatives were diverse and extensive They include the RI Centennial Award from Rehabilitation International (RI) in 2023; the Ronald A Shellow Award from the American Psychiatric Association in the spring of 2021; recognition as a Pioneer and Leader in Public Health from The George Washington University’s Milken Institute School of Public Health honored in December 2019; the Mental Health Champion Award awarded at the Universal Health and Mental Health for All Conference in Malta from the Government of Romania at the Romanian Embassy in Washington in 2018;  Doctor Honoris Causa from Carol Davila Medical University and the Politehnica University of Bucharest awarded by The President of Romania in Bucharest in January 2004; a commendation from the United States Congress for initiating and chairing Resilience in the Face of Terror: Healing the Trauma of 9/11 in the autumn of 2002 Sorel organized countless panel discussions on events integrating cultural and practical perspectives Whether arranging to have a West African drumming troupe perform at the Cosmos Club or curating a publication and panel to celebrate the Marshall Plan Sorel was most at home when making often overlooked but no less critical connections between people and cultures to unlock new insights In lieu of flowers or gifts, please make donations to Hebrew International Aid Society (HIAS), which helped Dr. Sorel during his stateless years in Paris, or National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) one of Harvard’s undergraduate residential houses have one more semester in their main building before renovations begin next June Director of the Undergraduate House Renewal Program Eliot students will be housed in the former Inn at Harvard and Harvard-owned property above businesses in Harvard Square as the main Eliot dorms are renovated Unlike the ongoing Adams House Renovation project which has been completed building by building Eliot’s renovation will not happen in phases the building will be renovated all at once over the course of two years “The entirety of Eliot House will be closed for the duration of the renewal,” Borgasano wrote Eliot House was one of the College’s seven original houses It will be the seventh house to be restored as part of a larger effort to renovate all 12 of Harvard’s undergraduate houses According to Borgasano, the Eliot House Renewal’s design phase will conclude this winter before the Harvard Corporation — the University’s highest governing body — approves the plan construction is “anticipated to commence in June 2025” and conclude by Fall 2027 Architecture firm Kieran Timberlake will lead the project after the conclusion of the Adams House renewal Kieran Timberlake also completed restorations of Leverett House’s McKinlock Hall helmed the Adams House renewal project after renovating Winthrop House in 2017 the Eliot renovations will include new doors and windows Interior changes include “reconfiguration to address accessibility code and privacy issues and to provide updated social and academic spaces,” Borgasano wrote Borgasano declined to comment on whether Eliot House would continue to use dorms on Prescott Street as overflow housing once the renovations are complete She also declined to comment on the project’s expected cost For the Adams renovation project, Harvard’s expected costs rose by 12 to 14 percent after construction began in fall 2019. After several delays the Adams House Renewal is expected to conclude this year Harvard is optimistic the work can be completed in two years the Eliot Faculty Deans and architects met with residents to assess student opinion about the building upgrades Several students said the House’ layout around the main courtyard was important to maintain Morrissey ’26 said he liked “how everyone has to walk through the courtyard — how the dining hall is easily accessible to everyone in the house.” “I hope they don’t downsize the rooms further than they are to add hallways and stuff,” he added Audrey Gunawan ’25 also said she had come to see the house’s dining hall as a central part of Eliot living “Something that’s very important to Eliot is the fact that there’s a centralized courtyard and the dhall sits at the front of that when you’re coming into the house,” Gunawan said “Having open swipe pretty much all the time makes it really easy for everyone to bring their friends here and kind of create a community.” Bonia ’27 added that the project should not “lose the charm” of the house’s ornate dining hall “It’s one of the major hangout spots for a lot of people in Eliot,” she said But the renovation plan will also mean a serious shift for Eliot students all of whom have to leave their courtyard and dining hall next fall None of the building’s current residents will return to the main Eliot campus before their expected graduation Patton ’26 said he is not looking forward to “senior year without a house.” “I’m kind of anxious about the idea of having our community be so decentralized and so spread out,” Patton said Elmer ’98 wrote in a statement to The Crimson that he and fellow faculty dean Bonnie M Talbert have “been delighted to spend a good deal of time this fall getting to know as many members of the Eliot community as we can.” “The most common theme we have heard is that Eliot residents love the House,” Elmer wrote “Students want the House to retain a distinctively ‘Eliot’ character.” —Staff Writer Michael R. Carney can be reached at michael.carney@thecrimson.com —Staff Writer Danielle J. Im can be reached at danielle.im@thecrimson.com As Eliot House prepares for extensive renovations students expressed concern over the plans to remove a historic piano donated to the house by Leonard Bernstein ’39 Eliot Faculty Deans Bonnie Talbert and David F Elmer ’98 wrote that they would try to find a place for students to play the Bernstein piano in swing housing until the building reopens in the fall of 2027 “We know that the piano is a treasured part of Eliot his tenure as music director of the New York Philharmonic and his work on bringing classic music to wider audiences through broadcast television and education which is likely to be converted into student housing during the renovations holds special value for Eliot residents as Bernstein practiced there during his time at the College a concertmaster in the Harvard Radcliffe Orchestra said he was sad to see the Tower Room repurposed during the renovations “Not only is he one of the most important alums from the college in general but especially the most important musical alum and it would be a shame to get rid of a space he expressly donated to be used by musicians,” Chaves said Though the University plans to relocate the piano to a new room Chaves said he doesn’t think the replacement room “would suffice.” Kennedy room in Winthrop in just a random suite,” Chaves said and had a good experience recording and rehearsing sight reading music with a few friends,” he said you would destroy its opportunity to be a part of the House life and be a part of the Eliot community,” he added One of the main priorities of the renovations which are set to begin immediately after Commencement The University will install elevators in the building The Tower Room will most likely be converted into a two-floor student suite because elevators cannot access its elevated location The new Bernstein room will adjoin the library on the second floor “The windows in the current Tower Room don’t have a view of much except brickwork so I think it’s a better location and it’ll be a larger space,” he said “It’ll be better in a more frequently used site for that piano.” The removal of the concert grand piano will require the use of large pieces of equipment and structural work to the building “Spring break is the latest possible opportunity to remove the piano before Commencement and the construction phase on the building,” Elmer said Elmer also said he recognized the value that the Bernstein piano and the Tower Room hold for musicians “There’s definitely a set of students who really enjoy playing that piano where you do feel that you're sitting above the tumult of the house below I’m sorry that the piano has to be brought out before the end of the year,” he said “I do feel that the new space is going to be much nicer as either by playing it or by being in the audience for a performance,” he added 0.97);}@media (min-width:1024px){.css-1j5gzzj{font-size:1rem;line-height:1.55;}}.css-1cbf1l2{height:0;overflow:hidden;-webkit-transition:height 300ms cubic-bezier(0.4 1) 0ms;transition:height 300ms cubic-bezier(0.4 1) 0ms;height:auto;overflow:visible;}.css-15830to{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;width:100%;}.css-9vd5ud{width:100%;}“Gardiner concentrates on seeking transparency and contrasts to reveal images which ‘modernise’ Brahms’s symphonies … [He] dusts off many years of tradition … and views this cycle from a new perspective as a kind of bridge linking Beethoven or Schuman with the future” (Platea Magazine reviewing the May 2023 Amsterdam symphony cycle) conductor John Eliot Gardiner embarked on a two-season focus on the music of Brahms with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra They gave a series of acclaimed concerts at the orchestra’s Amsterdam home each featuring one of the symphonies juxtaposed either with one of the piano concertos or with a selection of choral works they brought the project to a triumphant conclusion by performing the complete symphonies over two evenings in Amsterdam Deutsche Grammophon is delighted to present an album featuring all four symphonies captured live at the Concertgebouw between September 2021 and January 2023 Johannes Brahms – Complete Symphonies will be released digitally and as a 3-CD set on 2 May 2025 will be available to stream or download from 28 March Gardiner first recorded the Brahms symphonies with the period-instrument players of the Orchestre Révolutionnaire et Romantique almost two decades ago Explaining his decision to re-record the cycle “I sensed a need and a personal challenge to build on that seminal earlier experience and to extend its findings and interpretations to/in working with a modern instrument orchestra – especially such a distinguished flexible and immensely accomplished one as the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra – in search of a fresh synthesis of styles and approaches.” Brahms famously took many years to complete his Symphony No so aware was he of the daunting example set by Beethoven Having premiered the majestic First to huge success in 1876 he went on to write three further monuments of the genre – the Second was first heard just a year later Gardiner and the RCO explored these four strikingly different works in enormous depth and detail bringing out not only their variety but their close links with Brahms’s choral music (an area the conductor describes as his “pet hobby-horse”) Their readings were widely praised for their radiance and vigour – this last despite the fact that Gardiner marked his 80th birthday in April 2023 “The symphonies of Johannes Brahms are much loved by musicians and audiences worldwide and form part of the core repertoire of any symphony orchestra These live recordings provide us with the opportunity to relive John Eliot Gardiner’s fresh and lively interpretations of these timeless masterpieces.” They came from professional 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They came from daytime talk shows and reality television. They were ‘straight out of central casting’, as the future president said. Some of the women resembled his daughter and some of the women resembled his wife. None of the men resembled him. A squad of them came with the future president to Madison Square Garden to watch Ultimate Fighting matches. The future secretary of defence is adorned with the white supremacist tattoos of a Jerusalem cross, the Crusader rallying cry ‘Deus vult’ and an AR-15 assault rifle flanking an American flag. The future secretary of homeland security once shot her hunting dog, Cricket, in a gravel pit because it couldn’t hunt, then shot her pet goat because it was getting old and ‘nasty’. The future secretary of health and human services once cut off the head of a beached whale with a chainsaw, put it on the roof of his car and drove home. He brags that he has a freezer full of roadkill. 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He has initiated a project called ‘Defend the Border and Save Lives’ in collaboration with an anti-Muslim group, the United West. He has said: ‘I will run the biggest deportation force this country has ever seen. They ain’t seen shit yet. Wait until 2025.’ The future White House deputy chief of staff for policy and homeland security adviser wrote in a speech for the future president that ‘the fundamental question of our time is whether the West has the will to survive … Do we have the desire and the courage to preserve our civilisation in the face of those who would subvert and destroy it?’ Also available are a $100,000 gold watch, a $11,000 autographed guitar, digital trading card NFTs featuring the future president in heroic historic tableaux, God Bless the USA Bibles, Never Surrender High-Top Sneakers, Fight Fight Fight Cologne for Men (‘For patriots who never back down’) and a celebratory Victory Cologne, which comes in a bottle in the shape of the future president’s head. The future secretary of state had previously called the future president a ‘con artist’, a ‘Third World strongman’, ‘the most vulgar person to ever aspire to the presidency’, ‘a person that has no ideas of any substance’ and a ‘guy with the worst spray tan in America’ who wets his pants. He now says: ‘I didn’t know him as a person.’ More by this contributorEliot Weinberger13 September 2024 Newsletter Preferences This site requires the use of Javascript to provide the best possible experience Please change your browser settings to allow Javascript content to run the brand’s first-ever race day shoe Drop-in midsole construction with Aliphatic TPU Tracksmith Eliot Racer (photos courtesy of Tracksmith) the swoons and swells of nature in the northern latitudes But he didn’t know about New England running which is something Tracksmith does better than anyone else And with the release of their first-ever race day shoe in the Tracksmith Eliot Racer featuring an initial launch in gold and white capturing the timeless aesthetic of Tracksmith while incorporating all the most recent advancements in shoe technology let’s burrow like a hare down into the components and see how we come out on the other side The first thing we should point out is that this shoe has been in development for some time We saw initial prototypes of the shoe at The Running Event in 2023; at the time the shoe was slated for a summer 2024 release Plenty of super shoes came out during that time Whatever excitement we had before had kind of worn off But we were willing to get the rundown again There is a lot happening with this shoe, bordering on “too many cooks in the kitchen” type territory. I almost wonder if there was too much bike shedding going on during the design process Words of wisdom (photo courtesy of Tracksmith) featuring a drop-in midsole made of Aliphatic TPU (also known as ATPU) that sits on top of a carbon plate embedded into a Pebax midsole chassis (as Tracksmith calls it) and for good reason– it’s a light and durable foam with some ridiculous energy return Puma has been using it in their top-tier racing shoes in 2025 and we suspect we’ll see more of it coming from other brands as well We’ve seen the drop-in midsole idea before; obviously in Tracksmith’s first shoe as well as some trail models like Speedland and Nnormal Not sure if that’s still in the works though says their foams are tested to have some of the highest energy returns ever recorded someone is lying or producing favorable results in favorable conditions thanks to the drop in midsole hiding half the stack height but it’s actually pretty high at 38 mm in the heel and 30.5 mm in the forefoot It’s actually a pretty awesome concept for a different race day aesthetic the tongue and heel counter is lined with a microsuede material that’s just straight up luxurious It may be one of our most favorite materials ever The engineered mesh is similar to what’s found in the Eliot Runner but with a bold (and gold) synthetic sash across the midfoot Rubber-infused laces tie the whole thing together Total weight is 7.7 ounces (218 g) for a US M9 We didn’t have high hopes coming into this shoe the myriad pieces and parts bordering on gimmick the fact that Tracksmith– an apparel brand at its core– was trying to ball with the big boys We don’t have enough miles for a full review but we’ve done a couple runs and some speed work we have a bunch more first thoughts on the shoe Or come back for the full review sometime next week we’re glad we finally saw this shoe come to fruition and we’re glad Tracksmith took the time to put out something good instead of rushing the development process to just get something on the shelves You can pre-order the Tracksmith Eliot Racer now for $280 find it at select global retailers starting March 14 with online availability to follow on March 18 Follow the shop link below to pick up your pair Judges for the £25,00 award say the collection ‘braves large questions’ with its lyric sequence This year’s TS Eliot prize for poetry has been awarded to Michigan-born Peter Gizzi for Fierce Elegy a collection that draws on the poet’s experience of losing his brother Photograph: PenguinChair of judges described Gizzi’s collection as “infinitely sad which also won the Massachusetts book award in September was chosen as winner of the £25,000 prize over nine other shortlisted collections Music and Helen Farish’s The Penny Dropping and with him Gizzi founded the former US literary magazine oblék Gizzi himself was diagnosed with a rare form of blood disease in 2021 Peter Gizzi’s Fierce Elegy brings us poems that revel in minutiae but also brave the large questions in a lyric sequence of transcendental beauty,” read a statement from the judging panel Gizzi, the author of poetry collections including Now It’s Dark and National Book Award finalist Archeophonics, has long been interested in elegies. “The elegy allows me to explore the significant awareness of periodicity as a measure of the world, the periodicity of a life form, of one’s own life, of others,” he told the White Review in 2020 “It is a way to transform a broken heart in a fierce world into a fierce heart in a broken world.” In his Guardian review of Fierce Elegy, Oluwaseun Olayiwola praised the way “lyrics of resignation are juxtaposed with ecstatic lines that reimagine silence as ‘conversations with the dead’”, noting that the poet “redeclares the elegy as the undying practice of the living.” Free weekly newsletterDiscover new books and learn more about your favourite authors with our expert reviews, interviews and news stories. Literary delights delivered direct to you The TS Eliot prize is awarded annually to the writer of the best new poetry collection published in the UK and Ireland. Last year’s winner was Jason Allen-Paisant for his second collection Fierce Elegy by Peter Gizzi (Penguin Books Ltd, £9.99). To support the Guardian and Observer, order your copy at guardianbookshop.com ‘I sometimes think that our debt to Cranmer can hardly be exaggerated.’ T S Eliot made this remark in 1932 when speaking on ‘The Bible as Scripture and as Literature.’ His audience was the Women’s Alliance at King’s Chapel I came across this speech when paging through Eliot’s collected works several years ago and was intrigued to see his regard for the Book of Common Prayer Eliot began his address with a verse from Revelation 5.4 because no man was found worthy to open and to read the book He then developed this idea in an unexpected way saying that ‘from the point of view of literature there is no Bible.’ What he meant was that the Bible is such a wide-ranging work that it was impossible to regard it as a book like other books Eliot thought Thomas Cranmer (1489-1556) deserved our gratitude For it was his ‘prayerbook of 1549 which… set the standard for all later English liturgical practice.’ As Eliot continued: ‘However much our language owes to the regular reading aloud of Bible passages in private families… I think that we owe still more to the public repetition of the liturgy… surely throughout a period of three hundred years or so and especially during the earlier part of that time when the language was in quicker process of formation must have produced a gentle and insensible saturation of the minds not only of the truly devout with the beauty of some of the finest sentences and periods in the whole of English prose as they follow their due and appointed order in the service and the cyclic recurrence of the services according to the seasons enters into the whole rhythm of the Christian’s life with an unconscious compulsion The rhythm of life is deeper than the rhythm of prose or of verse; in the metric in which a man lives so will he write; and the style of the Church collects is different from that of Mr I happen to love Ernest Hemingway—his short stories of course but also his novels including some of his lesser-known works like To Have and Have Not and Islands in the Stream, so I was somewhat pained to see him singled out for criticism—but I understand Eliot’s point Hemingway made literature out of ordinary words and phrases was the first prominent translation of Christian worship in English it emerged during a critical point in history the daring age of exploration when Sir Walter Raleigh (1552-1618) sailed the seas and William Shakespeare (1564-1616) wrote his plays An age that corresponded with the genesis of the novel: Rabelais’ publication of Gargantua and Pantagruel (1532-1564) and Cervantes Don Quixote (1605) Cranmer’s English had to demonstrate it was worthy not only to be used in Divine worship but also as a work of art ‘some of the finest sentences and periods in the whole of English prose’ beautiful in their sound and in their ‘due and appointed order’ is the Collect for Purity which occurs early in Cranmer’s Communion Service When literally translated the original Latin text which Cranmer inherited Read it all in The Reluctant Vicar