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Scotsman
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Edinburgh Fringe: ten hit shows returning to the world's biggest arts festival
The Scotsman will review hundreds of new Edinburgh Fringe shows this August but here are ten sure things to start with, writes Andrew Eaton-Lewis Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Mairi Campbell: Pendulum Trilogy Singer and musician Mairi Campbell has been bringing her distinctive combination of storytelling, musicianship and theatrical magic to the Fringe for a decade now, beginning with her 2015 show Pulse, the story of how she found her musical voice in Cape Breton via a trip to Mexico. This year, to mark Pulse's tenth anniversary, Campbell revives all three shows in her and director Kath Burlinson's 'Pendulum Trilogy' – Pulse, plus Auld Lang Syne, about the history of Scotland's most famous song (and how Campbell's own version of it famously ended up in Sex and the City) and last year's Living Stone, a hypnotically beautiful show about her discovery of a 400 year-old mill stone. Scottish Storytelling Centre, various times, until 17 August Mairi Campbell PIC: Jula Faygruen Sam Kissajukian: 300 Paintings One of last year's great discoveries, Sam Kissajukian's show takes a familiar set-up – comedian pursuing a Dave Gorman-style mission gets into a series of quirky, unlikely capers along the way – and turns it into a compelling examination of the relationship between creativity, obsession and mental illness, as he shares the story of how he abandoned stand-up comedy to become a painter, ultimately creating 300 paintings in just five months in tandem with some increasingly bizarre business ideas. This behaviour, it turned out, was the result of an extended manic bipolar episode. Summerhall, 31 July to 25 August, 12.05pm Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Sam Blythe in Guy Masterson's production of Animal Farm | Guy Masterson Animal Farm Guy Masterson's adaptation of George Orwell's novel has long been a masterpiece of solo storytelling. This year's version is both a revival and a reinvention as performer Sam Blythe takes over the role, with Masterson remaining as director. Orwell's themes, of course, are as powerful as ever. And the timing of the show makes it an excellent start to a festival day. Assembly George Square, 30 July until 24 August, 10.40am A Gambler's Guide to Dying Gary McNair has, at the last count, won three Scotsman Fringe First awards and sold out entire Fringe runs seven times, with shows that combine cleverly chosen cultural reference points (from Morrissey to Billy Connolly) with thoughtful reflections on issues from toxic masculinity to Scottish identity. Here he revisits his 2015 breakthrough show for its tenth anniversary; it's the (true?) story of a man who, having placed a winning bet on England winning the 1966 World Cup, decides to place a bet that he will survive until the year 2000 following a cancer diagnosis. Traverse Theatre, 31 July until 24 August, various times Sunshine on Leith First staged by Dundee Rep in 2007 and later made into a 2013 movie, Sunshine on Leith has fittingly become an Edinburgh Fringe staple thanks to Captivate Theatre which is bringing it back again this year. A cut above most jukebox musicals thanks to a story rooted (mostly) in the grit of real life, it features two soldiers struggling to readjust to the home front, with The Proclaimers' music skilfully integrated into the story along the way (from misery to happiness) by its writer Stephen Greenhorn. The title track in particular is a tearjerker. Assembly Rooms, 31 July to 24 August, 5.30pm Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Trainspotting Like Sunshine on Leith – with which it makes a pretty good double bill, especially perhaps for first time visitors to Edinburgh looking for an insight into the culture of the city – Trainspotting has found a long-term home on the Fringe. Be warned: it's a more 'immersive' experience than Sunshine on Leith, including a visit to the worst toilet in Scotland. Cromdale Tunnel at Pleasance at EICC, 31 July to 24 August, various times Hit musical How To Win Against History will be performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe from 30 July to 24 August in the Udderbelly at George Square. It tells the story of the fifth Marquis of Anglesey, who blew his family's fortune on diamond frocks, lilac-dyed poodles and putting on plays. | How To Win Against History How to Win Against History Is there any producer with an Edinburgh Fringe track record as impressive as Francesca Moody? From Fleabag to last year's Weather Girl, via Baby Reindeer and Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder, Moody's production company is also responsible for Shedinburgh Fringe Festival (back this year) and this raucous show about Henry Cyril Paget, a rich man who threw it all away 'by being too damn fabulous'. How To Win Against History's revival is, we are promised, 'bigger and more sparkly than ever'. Udderbelly at Underbelly, 30 July until 24 August, 7.15pm Why I Stuck a Flare Up My Arse for England It would hardly be the Fringe without some provocatively vulgar show titles – this year's programme also includes a show called Hole! by a company called ASS (it stands for American Sing-Song but still, they clearly knew what they were doing). But you don't sell out twice and go international unless there's some substance too, and this tale of a football fan at Euro 2020 who goes viral after, well, you know, has charmed audiences worldwide. This will be its final Edinburgh Fringe run. Cowbarn at Underbelly, 30 July until 25 August, 2.15pm Tape Face From Edinburgh to Las Vegas and back again, Sam Wills' globally successful mime act is returning to his roots this year for a 20th anniversary celebration. For years The Boy With Tape On His Face - as he was formerly known - was as much a Fringe institution as the Ladyboys of Bangkok, La Clique or Puppetry of the Penis. It will be good to welcome him back. Pleasance Courtyard, 30 July to 10 August, 7.30pm Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
The Citizen
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
R1m for a watch? Johann Rupert's Cartier proves luxury is alive
The most expensive Cartier watch is worth R4 230 654. Richemont, owned by Johann Rupert, one of South Africa's billionaires, has seen remarkable growth for the quarter ended 30 June 2025, a time when luxury goods are not a priority for many. In a time when most people are struggling to make ends meet and are living hand-to-mouth, one would assume that everyone is struggling. However, just beneath the surface of this collective hardship lies a vastly different reality where luxury is thriving. Richemont is a luxury goods holding company that owns brands such as Cartier. Watches from this brand range between R59 000 and R4 million. Rupert's company's sales went up by 6% at constant exchange rates and by 3% at the actual exchange rate. ALSO READ: Johann Rupert the wealthiest person in SA according to two rich lists Rupert is richer, thanks to watches According to a media statement by Richemont, sales from the jewellery division increased by 11%. However, analysts had predicted an 8% growth. Richemont's jewellery division includes Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Buccellati. One item from any of these brands would cost more than R100 000, showing that the economic crisis experienced by people does not apply to everyone. This unsettling truth echoes the message from George Orwell's Animal Farm, where the animals rise for equality, only to find that some are more equal than others. While many line up for groceries, a few browse exclusive boutiques, untouched by the economic strain that defines the daily life for most. Watches are an investment People who can often afford high-end jewellery buy it as a form of investment. A Cartier watch, after a few years, can be worth more than it was purchased for. Richemont's data show that for the first quarter, Europe led in sales, while the Middle East and Africa contributed the least to growth. ALSO READ: Jannie Mouton back on Forbes' list – Here are South Africa's dollar-billionaires 'Retail sales accounted for 69% of Group sales, with growth across all regions, excluding Japan. 'Wholesale sales growth was driven by solid increases in the Americas, Europe and Middle East and Africa. Online retail sales showed robust growth across almost all regions.' How much is it worth? According to Cartier's website, the cheapest watch is Tank Must de Cartier, which is worth R59 156,63 ($3 300). The most expensive is Santos de Cartier wwatch,worth R4 230 654 ($236,000). However, there are some older collections worth significantly more than the ones available in-store and online. Like the Cartier Cheich Montre Bracelet in Yellow Gold Circa 1983, which was sold for $1.1 million in 2022. One of the most popular items from Cartier is their Love bracelet. The bracelet is worth R109 326,03 ($6 100). NOW READ: 'Imagine if he took the Guptas': Is Rupert's place in US delegation double standards or good for business?
Edinburgh Reporter
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Reporter
Fringe 2025 – Sam Blythe reboots Orwell's Animal Farm
Revolution is back on the menu. George Orwell's Animal Farm, the blistering barnyard parable of power, politics and betrayal, returns to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2025 – with a brand new performer breathing new life into a modern theatrical classic. Fringe legend Guy Masterson's iconic one-man adaptation, which has toured the globe continuously for three decades, is reborn this summer at Assembly George Square. The masterstroke? Acclaimed physical actor Sam Blythe steps into the stable – and into the roles of every beast, bird, and bamboozler on Orwell's corrupt farm. Directed by multi award-winner Masterson himself – whose name is synonymous with powerhouse solo performances like Under Milk Wood, Shylock, and A Christmas Carol – this 30th anniversary revival is more than a tribute. It's a torch passed and ignited anew. Blythe, best known for his electrifying solo Hamlet (Method in My Madness) and immersive performances in Peaky Blinders: The Rise and Doctor Who: Time Fracture, delivers a shape-shifting tour de force. From the noble Boxer to the conniving Squealer, each animal springs vividly to life in a performance that is physical, poetic and politically charged. 'This is no museum piece,' says Masterson. 'Orwell's warning feels more urgent than ever. And Sam brings a blistering clarity and intensity that makes the story hit home afresh.' Audiences should prepare for fur, feathers and fire. As the pigs rewrite the rules and the sheep bleat their blind approval, it's hard not to feel the chill of Orwell's prophecy. 'I mean, it could never happen to us, could it?' This year, Fringe-goers can double up on Blythe brilliance. Animal Farm runs daily at 1pm, while his solo Hamlet (Method in My Madness) returns at 10:40am – a compelling companion piece directed by comic provocateur Elf Lyons. Thirty years on, Orwell's hoof-stomping fable still bites hard. With Masterson's blessing and Blythe's ferocity, Animal Farm is set to stampede once more into the hearts – and consciences – of Fringe audiences. Like this: Like Related
CNN
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
The Man with the Pig Kidney - Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta - Podcast on CNN Podcasts
Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:00:08 On January 25th, 2025 Tim Andrews became a medical pioneer. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:00:17 He received a pig kidney transplant. Now, while he was not the first, he does hope that his and the contributions of many others means that he also won't be the last. Tim Andrews 00:00:29 Stepping forward, you're gonna do something for humanity. This is a way that we can bring this forward. And this is the hope for all these people that it's gonna be okay. We're gonna find a way. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:00:45 It's been an incredible journey of an incredible man and an incredible scientific achievement. And this may only be the beginning. I'm Dr. Sanjay Gupta, and this is part two of Animal Farm. It's been just seven days since Tim Andrews received a pig kidney. Tim Andrews 00:01:10 I'm a crier. They all know it. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:01:12 He's understandably emotional. Once tethered to a dialysis machine for survival, Tim is now free. Tim Andrews 00:01:19 Oh, it's nice Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:01:25 There's that great shot of you as you're walking out of the hospital and you're fresh air in it. It almost seemed like you were breathing air for the first time. Tim Andrews 00:01:34 Yeah, it kind of felt like it had been a long time since I had been outside, really. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:01:43 And by leaving the hospital so soon, Tim was making history. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:01:47 You wanted to get out as quickly as possible. Yes. And you wanted to be Towana Tim Andrews 00:01:53 Yeah Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:02:00 'Tawana is Towana Looney, a 53-year-old Alabama grandmother who underwent a pig kidney transplant two months earlier. So how you feeling? Dr. Robert Montgomery was her surgeon. Towana Looney 00:02:12 You know what the first thing I'm gonna do when I get home? What's that? Cook me some greens. Some greens? Like your wife sent me. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:02:21 She had been on dialysis for nine years, waiting for an organ transplant. Dr. Robert Mongtomery 00:02:25 If you're on dialysis for five years, you have a 50% mortality. You start going beyond that and your likelihood of living gets less and less. Alright, and the kidney is right inside this bag. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:02:41 Towana volunteered for a Xenotransplant. Dr. Robert Mongtomery 00:02:45 It was exciting. She wants to start a revolution, too, herself. I mean, she really believes in this. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:02:52 So much so that Towana helped make Tim Andrews a believer as well. Because along the way, when Tim had had his doubts, he called the only living person in the world who had gone through this. Tim Andrews 00:03:04 Hearing her saying, you know, just trust God, just trust God. It'll be okay. That made me feel easier. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:03:15 It has now been 60 days since his transplant, and Tim is settling back into life in Concord, New Hampshire. Today, we decided to bundle up and go for a walk. It's interesting because you say you feel better. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:03:28 No question about it, right? Tim Andrews 00:03:29 Absolutely no question about it. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:03:31 What does that mean exactly? What feels better? Tim Andrews 00:03:35 Energy. I have energy. Whoop. I'm a little wobbly though. Ha ha ha ha. We got you. But I feel so much better and clearer. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:03:49 None of this is easy. Taking 20 milligrams, they're fives. I mean, every day Tim sits at this makeshift mountain of medication guided by this big binder. It's a survival Bible of sorts. Tim Andrews 00:04:01 This is the book. Tells you what you're gonna take. We keep it in pencil because it changes a lot. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:04:09 Another reminder of how new this all is, there is a lot of experimentation with the right mix of meds and doses. In all, Tim takes 52 pills a day. Tim Andrews 00:04:19 And this is when it helps to be a 70s child. Ready? Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:04:25 'And several times a week an anti-rejection infusion directly into his blood. We were there for his two-month checkup as he had a battery of tests to look for any signs of infection, rejection, or reduced function. Doctor 00:04:45 We can actually identify if there's any issues with the kidney. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:04:49 'Worried about Tim's heart, the Boston medical team is also monitoring him 24-7 with this implanted loop recorder. It measures Tim's cardiac rhythm and warns of any potential abnormalities. Doctor 00:05:01 We're of course being just extra careful and cautious and ensuring things are in the right direction. Tim Andrews 00:05:08 And the little pig is right there so I can pat it. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:05:11 Today's visit is all about this moment. Observing this ultrasound, that is an ultrasound of a pig kidney inside Tim. Something that very few people ever get to see. Dr. Leonardo Riella 00:05:21 And it looks exactly like a human kidney, so let me see all the blood flow throughout. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:05:27 Is there anything in there that makes. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:05:29 It clear that it's a pig kidney? Dr. Leonardo Riella 00:05:30 No, exactly like a human one. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:05:32 'And not only does it look like one, eight weeks post-operatively, it's acting like one. Dr. Leonardo Riella 00:05:37 But the level of kidney function is as good as we would expect from a human kidney transplant. We just are amazed every day we look at that blowwork. That's awesome good stuff, isn't it? Tim Andrews 00:05:49 No, no, no. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:05:51 Now there is one complication they're watching for very carefully, something that is unique to xenotransplants and could affect not only Tim, but his wife Karen as well, maybe all of us. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:06:05 One of the concerns is that if there is some sort of weird or strange virus in the pig and it gets into the human population through one of these transplants, might not only affect the patient, but people around the patient as well. Dr. Leonardo Riella 00:06:16 In all the studies that we're doing, we're not only monitoring the patient, but their close contacts. Tim Andrews 00:06:22 Because we don't know to this day, and we won't know for the rest of my life whether that can happen. So that's always in the background. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:06:33 Talking to scientists, this is one of their biggest concerns, accidentally unleashing a pig virus onto a susceptible human population. To avoid that they screen extensively, they even edit the genome of the pigs to inactivate those viruses. But the question is is that enough? Art Kaplan 00:06:53 Genetic engineering is a nice tool, but it's not 100% accurate yet. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:06:58 'World-renowned medical ethicist, Art Kaplan. Is it a big enough concern to sort of derail? Art Kaplan 00:07:04 No, I don't think so. I think it's a reason to be cautious, to really detect a problem early and then be able to shut it down or respond. Kathy Guillermo 00:07:14 I think it's a little bit of Russian roulette here. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:07:17 Kathy Guillermo is the Senior VP at PETA, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, and she thinks this is a big issue. Kathy Guillermo 00:07:25 I think when it comes to viruses and animals, there's so much that we don't know. There are people who, in addition to PETA, are opposed to these experiments for that reason. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:07:34 Now to be clear, there is nothing about xenotransplants that sits well with Kathy or anyone else at PETA. Kathy Guillermo 00:07:41 I don't think it could ever be okay to use an animal as a source of spare parts. For that animal, this is a life of deprivation. It's an early death. It's much suffering. And I don't think that's ever okay. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:07:56 Even if it means a choice between a pig life or a human death. Kathy Guillermo 00:08:00 'This was a situation my father was presented with, and my father was over 80, so he was not eligible for a transplant. And my father did die of end-stage renal disease, and he would not have taken an organ from a pig for ethical reasons. Art Kaplan 00:08:14 I think what the mainstream position will become among those caring about animals, loving animals, is that we're gonna tolerate this, we're going to look for alternatives to it that they would find more acceptable. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:08:31 And then there are the religious concerns. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:08:33 You have certain religions, Muslim religion, Jewish religion, who they won't eat pork. They don't eat pigs. Is transplanting a pig organ different in some way than consuming? Art Kaplan 00:08:46 You know, eating it. It's somewhat contentious. I, however, don't think that you're gonna see huge religious opposition. But you may see in some of the Islamic countries is human organs first, only go to the animal last resort. I could see that. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:09:04 A spiritual man, Tim also had his concerns. It's why he reached out to his church for guidance. Tim Andrews 00:09:10 I contacted the bishop and then the Vatican sent me a paper. They were working animals who were put on earth. God put them on the earth to serve us. And if they're service extends life and makes a better life, so be it. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:09:30 So will these new kidneys create a better and longer life? You look really good when we come back. This is the future of transplantation, a heart, a liver, a kidney. These are organs that are grown, not in the body, but in the lab. David Ayeres 00:10:04 They're using a pig organ scaffold and resellularizing that with human cells. Also another group is 3D printing that scaffold, resellicularizing that with human cell, so multiple ways to generate a humanized organ for overcoming the shortage. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:10:22 The potential? Organs on demand. Could you get to the point where you could create a personalized organ for somebody? David Ayeres 00:10:30 Absolutely. Dr. Robert Mongtomery 00:10:31 I think that's gonna be the future. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:10:34 So an organ that would be designed for Robert Montgomery. David Ayeres 00:10:37 Personalized organs where we don't have to use any immunosuppression. Somebody starts to develop kidney disease. We take some of their stem cells from a piece of skin or some blood and we start to grow them up and then seed that scaffolding with that person's stem cells that then grow and mature, and then you have a designer organ for that person when they need it. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:11:09 'Now to be clear, what he's describing is still years away, and that is why the focus is for now on these genetically modified pigs. Since the time we started investigating xenotransplantation about two years ago, things have taken off at a lightning pace, from compassionate use to a pilot study and now an FDA-approved clinical trial. Also, expect to see high-tech pig farms like these pop up in other places around the country and the world. David Ayeres 00:11:43 The next facility will be built, will have an output of about 6,000 organs per year, but that's still less than 10% of the demand for the unlimited supply of organs. Aaron Ortiz 00:11:55 This is a brand new building built specifically for human clinical trials. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:11:59 'Aaron Ortiz is in charge of scaling up United Therapeutics pig production. These are the highly specialized, designated pathogen-free buildings, DPF. They're built using FDA guidelines. It's what they call a bio-secure and pathogen free environment. This is not typical pig farm. Aaron Ortiz 00:12:18 Yeah, it looks like a biotech facility, to be honest, and the mechanics behind it. The pigs are drinking cleaner water than the employees that are working here, and they're breathing cleaner air here as well. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:12:29 And within this farm, there are also multiple sterile operating rooms. That's where transplant teams from around the country will come starting this summer to procure or harvest the organs. Aaron Ortiz 00:12:41 The reason we do the procurements here is to mitigate any variabilities that could occur during transport of the animal to the actual hospital site. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:12:49 So the concern was if you're actually moving the pig, that's a source of potential contamination. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:12:59 This is ultimately the biggest concern we heard from so many people that we interviewed for this documentary. They all ask, can the spread of disease from these pigs to humans really be controlled? And that is crucial, after all, to protect the population at large. Do you feel like at this point that is an achievable goal? Aaron Ortiz 00:13:24 We test them at day 30, we test them day 60, we test them a day 90, we tested quarterly. When they put into quarantine, if they're going for transplant, we will test them when they're in quarantine. And then we'll test the animal again, as we do the procurement of the organ. Make sure it's all straight. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:13:38 That's the sort of testing that was done on the pig kidney transplanted into Tijuana. And also on Raphael, Tim's kidney donor. Tim Andrews 00:13:48 That'll get everybody moving. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:13:51 A transplant that Tim is thankful for every day. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:13:56 Every Wednesday, he signs into this Zoom meeting from his kitchen table in New Hampshire. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:14:04 Hundreds of people from all over the country want to talk to him about his transplant. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:14:09 And that strikes me that you've done all this, but then you also take the time to do these calls. Tim Andrews 00:14:14 That was my promise. Give me this and I will spend the remainder of my life helping people get hope. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:14:26 It is the unspoken promise of pioneers. Pay it forward. Towana Looney 00:14:31 I want you to look at me. If I can do it, the next person can do it. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:14:41 Towana was the star at a recent medical conference, the Lake Nona Impact Forum. David Ayeres 00:14:46 The system will never be able to deliver enough organs. This is the promise for the future. And thank you for making that future happen. Towana Looney 00:14:58 You're welcome, thank you. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:15:00 'Mm-hmm. I was there and I can tell you the audience loved her. You look really good. You feel as good as you look? Towana Looney 00:15:10 Yeah, I do. Denyce Graves 00:15:11 My husband said, how do you feel about all this attention? She said, I love it. Towana Looney 00:15:17 I want the word to get out. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:15:21 But the thing about firsts, about pioneers, is that at any moment, their lives can be suddenly thrown into jeopardy. Tim Andrews 00:15:30 I woke up one morning and I was hurting so bad I couldn't walk or anything. And sure enough I had an infection. You can see the remains of it there. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:15:44 Tim was hospitalized for three weeks to treat the infection and prevent his kidney from being rejected. Dr. Leonardo Riella 00:15:50 It was a quite hard few days for him and for us as well, but fortunately we were able to overcome and we're in a better spot now. We hope this kidney continues for a long time. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:16:03 Turns out as Tim won his fight to keep his kidney, Towana lost hers. Like Tim, Tawanna got an infection, but she also started to reject her pig kidney. So in April, doctors had to remove it. Towona is back on dialysis. It had been 130 days. At the time, she was the longest survivor with a xenotransplant in history. But now soon, that distinction could belong to Tim. Tim Andrews 00:16:35 I don't want people to look at that and say, well, that's it, it didn't work. It worked. It just wasn't perfected yet. We're gonna have to get there Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:16:49 Science is like life. There are successes and there are failures, but you learn from both of them. Dr. Robert Mongtomery 00:16:57 We stand on the shoulders of giants for sure. It's extraordinary when you think about it. It took a lot of people doing their part to make this happen. Dr. Leonardo Riella 00:17:09 I think patients like Tim will be remembered as heroes. Tim Andrews 00:17:15 What this pig kidney has given me is freedom from this. And what I hope it gives you is hope. Don't give up. I see way too many people give up. Don't give up. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:17:34 Tim's future looks bright, and so does the future of this area of medicine. When do you think this might be available to the average persom? Dr. Robert Mongtomery 00:17:45 I think less than five years. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:17:51 Do you imagine the future now? Tim Andrews 00:17:53 Yeah, I do. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:17:55 Visiting grandkids. Tim Andrews 00:17:56 Visiting grandkids is going to be so much fun, you know, because they saw me at the lowest and now they'll be able to see me alive and laughing and carrying on like Grandpa does. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:18:11 That's great. Tim Andrews 00:18:12 It's gonna be awesome. Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:18:16 On June 5, Tim Andrews became the longest living human with a pig kidney transplant. It's even given him the chance to fulfill a lifelong dream. Tim Andrews 00:18:26 Well, I knew it was about that ball was going to go. Ha ha ha ha! Dr. Sanjay Gupta 00:18:30 Which was throwing out the first pitch for his favorite team, the Boston Red Sox. And more importantly, finally getting to see his grandkids again. Tim Andrews, we all wish you well. Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports Animal Farm is now available to stream on HBO Max. We'll be back next week with a new episode of Chasing Life. Thanks for listening.
Focus Malaysia
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Focus Malaysia
Edisi Siasat blocked by court order: Lawyer insists Comms Minister spell out crimes of whistleblower site
IN George Orwell's satire, Animal Farm, one tyrannical regime is toppled by a popular revolt, only for it to be replaced by one that is infinitely worse. This was seemingly the point that lawyer and human rights activist Charles Hector was making with regard to whistleblowers. He was referring to the action taken against whistleblower sites – Edisi Siasat – whose Telegram channel has been blocked and can no longer be viewed by its 1.18 million followers. Editor's Note: Apart from Edisi Siasat, another well-known Telegram channel, Edisi Khas, is also facing similar wrath from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) for allegedly spreading content that could harm public order and erode trust in national institutions. Hector very pointedly asked what laws did this site break? The anti-death penalty proponent demanded that Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and the MCMC to immediately inform Malaysians as to what is happening in detail. This is to avoid confusion. The legal eagle outlined several pertinent queries: 'What was the alleged crime committed by Edisi Siasat? What post? How was it harmful? Was it fake? Which law exactly did it violate?' he enquired, wondering if it fell afoul of the broadly worded Section 233(1)(a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 which many citizens have called to be repealed. Hector further drew comparisons of Edisi Siasat with that of the restrictions placed on Sarawak Report by Datuk Seri Najib's administration. The latter website had been instrumental in revealing damning details on the 1MDB scandal and drawing public attention to it. In 2015, the Sarawak Report was blocked in Malaysia with authorities having issued an arrest warrant for its editor/founder Clare Rewcastle Brown for 'threatening parliamentary democracy.' Pre-0emptive measure With a number of cases against officials from the previous administration on-going, perhaps there is a fear among Madani officials that they, too. would be subject to such scrutiny should Pakatan Harapan (PH) fall at the next elections. Hence, they are safeguarding themselves by taking the necessary pre-emptive measures, according to the outspoken lawyer. This includes the dubious blocking of sites and abuse of authority. 'Remember that public officers are responsible to Malaysians and not just the current PM and government,' he reminded civil servants of their duty. 'The fact that (past) PMs and ministers do commit crime and sometimes abuse their power is already clear. Even now, there are pending investigations and on-going trials against past government PMs, ministers, etc. 'After GE16 –if and when PMX Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's's Madani government is ousted – it is possible we will see cases being commenced against ministers of this current government.' – June 20, 2025
