Latest news with #1939
Time Out
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
1939 Singapore, formerly Potato Head Singapore, to close for good this month
It feels like just yesterday we were buzzing over the launch of 1939 Singapore – the multi-concept venue that took over Potato Head Singapore at Keong Saik Road. But less than six months since the announcement, the team has confirmed its upcoming closure this month. For those who never got around to visiting the space, 1939 is split across four floors: the Front Porch on level one, The Restaurant on level two, the cocktail bar Studio 1939 on level three, and The Rooftop on level four. The first level is also where you'll find the beloved Potato Head Three Buns burgers, such as the popular Fun Boy Three. Much of its predecessor's charm was preserved – from the signature hand-painted murals by artist David Bromley to the winding checkered staircase, dotted with vintage bits and bobs. 1939 Singapore's last day of operations is slated for May 31, 2025. While the reason for the closure was not revealed, all four levels will remain open right up till its final day. If you've been meaning to swing by, this is your final two weeks to do so.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New Book about the History of the Library of Congress from Jefferson's Vision to the Digital Age, published in partnership with the Library of Congress
"An impressive and well-written introduction to a unique and important American institution whose fascinating history is still relatively unknown. General readers will appreciate Aikin's compelling historical anecdotes. Scholars and future historians will find the scope and depth of her analysis both authoritative and valuable, along with her rich documentation." —John Y. Cole, Library of Congress historian, 2016–21 WASHINGTON, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Library of Congress is the research arm of Congress, home of the US Copyright Office, and a public forum for artistic and literary culture. It is generally considered the national library of the United States, and it has influenced cultural affairs worldwide in myriad ways since its founding more than two centuries ago. In The Library of Congress, Jane Aikin draws on a wealth of primary and secondary sources to weave a narrative of the individuals, events, and controversies that have shaped the history of this venerable institution. Punctuated by stories about key donors and pivotal performances by poets, authors, and celebrities, this engaging and informative narrative sheds new light on the world's largest library and its global impact on knowledge and culture. Jane Aikin served as director of the Research Division at the National Endowment for the Humanities. Her publications include The Nation's Great Library: Herbert Putnam and the Library of Congress, 1899–1939 (1993) and, as coeditor with John Y. Cole, Encyclopedia of the Library of Congress: For Congress, the Nation & the World (2005). Media Contact Stephanie Rojas, Georgetown UP, 202.687.9298, View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Library of Congress Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Sunday World
24-04-2025
- Sunday World
Two men due in court over violent disorder and discharge of firearm in Tullamore, Co Offaly
The men, aged in late 30s and early 40s, were arrested following the incidents at the Kilcruttin and Midlands Regional Hospital areas on Friday, March 21 Two men have been charged in connection with incidents of violent disorder and the discharge of a firearm in Tullamore, Co Offaly last month. The men, aged in late 30s and early 40s, were arrested following the incidents at the Kilcruttin and Midlands Regional Hospital areas on Friday, March 21. They were detained under Section 30 Offences Against the State Act, 1939 at a Garda Station in Co. Offaly and have since been charged. They are due to appear before Portlaoise District Court this morning. Gardaí had responded to incidents of violent disorder and the discharge of a firearm in Tullamore on the night of Friday, March 21. 'At approximately 9.50pm, gardaí were alerted to a public disturbance at Midlands Regional Hospital,' a garda spokesperson said at the time A short time later, gardaí with assistance from the Divisional Armed Support Unit responded to a report of shots fired at a residence in Kilcruttin. Two men, in their 30s and 40s, were conveyed from the scene and transferred to St. James's Hospital, Dublin for treatment of serious injuries. Gardaí said they do not believe the injuries to be life-threatening at this time and that no other injuries were reported. "The scene is currently preserved for examination by the Divisional Scenes of Crime Unit. No arrests have been made at this time,' a garda spokesperson said. Investigating gardaí are appealing to any person who may have information in relation to these incidents to contact them. Any road users who were in the Midlands Regional Hospital and Kilcruttin areas of Tullamore between 9:30pm and 10:30pm and who may have camera footage (including dash-cam footage) are asked to make this available to Gardaí. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Tullamore Garda Station on 057 932 7600, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station
