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Daily Mirror
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
90 Day Fiancé star dies aged 55 just months after tragic diagnosis
90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days star Ben Rathbun has died. Rathbun died at the age of 55 on Monday morning at his residence in Greencastle, Indiana, surrounded by his family, as confirmed by a relative. He was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer towards the end of last year and had been receiving treatment ever since. Rathbun featured in the fifth season of the popular reality series spinoff, where his romance with Mahogany Roca, a woman 30 years younger, captured the attention of both supporters and detractors. The ex-clergyman and father of four, who was 52 at the time, met the 22 year old Roca online. Despite suspicions from viewers that she might be catfishing him, the couple eventually met face-to-face, silencing doubters, reports the Mirror US. Their love story, rife with cultural clashes, trust issues, and internet gossip, became a central theme of the season. Despite their tumultuous start, it seems the duo got married after the show ended, with reports indicating Roca was by Rathbun's side when he passed away. "Ben's journey, though unconventional, was rooted in faith and hope," remarked someone close to the family. Rathbun's narrative was among the more contentious on the show, with audiences split over his motives and the genuineness of their connection. Nonetheless, his determination to find love and stay transparent amid scrutiny made a memorable impact on the show's dedicated fans. Rathbun leaves behind his four children and spouse, Mahogany. As of Monday, TLC has yet to issue a statement.
Scoop
17-05-2025
- Health
- Scoop
Building On Region's Hazard Readiness
The Tairāwhiti community have become all too familiar with different types of natural hazards in recent years, but there's an even bigger risk lurking off our coast. A significant earthquake on the Hikurangi Subduction Zone would result in minutes of shaking, followed by a raft of secondary hazards including tsunami, liquefaction, landslides and aftershocks. That'll be delved into at two free 'It Starts Before the Shake' presentations next week (May 21 and 22) where the Natural Hazard Commission has teamed up with Tairāwhiti Civil Defence Emergency Management to ensure the wider community understands the risks and the importance of having plans in place. TCDEM Group Manager Ben Green says it's a chance for the region to ensure they are prepared for such an emergency. 'There is good earthquake and tsunami awareness in Tairāwhiti,' says Mr Green. 'We have an engaged and connected community which is highlighted by us having the highest regional sign up for the national Shake Out campaign over the past four years. In the 2024 campaign, 27% of our community connected to that kaupapa and that's impressive.' But as well as understanding the critical nature of the hazard and the risk it presents, it is important readiness plans are in place. The community along with school principals, boards and staff are being invited to join expert Kate Boersen to talk about what she calls 'the aftershock aspect'. 'We often talk about the big one, thinking about one large earthquake and tsunami but we also need to start talking about aftershocks and what those will mean for us,' she says. 'When you understand what the science is telling us and know what to expect, you feel more confident in facing these big events. This helps everyone prepare for smaller events too.' Scientists agree it is not a matter of if a big earthquake hits, but when. A long or strong earthquake could cause intense shaking across Tairāwhiti, triggering landslides in steep areas, liquefaction in low-lying land and serious damage to roads, bridges, buildings and critical infrastructure. Being prepared at home is also a big part of keeping safe. Natural Hazard Commission's Hamish Armstrong says it's important to take simple steps now to prevent injuries during the shaking. He urges people to make their homes are as safe as possible before the shaking starts by securing large furniture and appliances, and other precautions. Ms Boersen encourages people to have a plan and practice possible tsunami evacuation routes, by foot or bike, before an earthquake strikes. Tairāwhiti's updated tsunami evacuation maps can be found on Gisborne District Council's website. Mr Green says school principals have a massive undertaking when it comes to moving students within a tsunami zone. 'Parents need assurance that their schools have a solid plan in place and that they trust them to get their kids to where they need to be.' Ms Boersen will also be presenting to school boards of trustees, principals and staff while here next week. 'It is quite a confronting hazard scenario but one you have to be eminently prepared for given we live with a fault line 100 kilometres off our coastline,' said Mr Green. 'It is important to know the natural warning signs. If the earthquake is long or strong, get gone, evacuate immediately inland or to higher ground.' The free public presentations on Wednesday and Thursday at 6pm, with the principals' presentation at the TCDEM coordination centre at 4pm on Wednesday. WHEN: 6pm, Wednesday 21 May and Thursday 22 May
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Everything That's Banned for Cardinals Inside the Conclave
Originally appeared on E! Online Voting for a new pope is no joke. Before (formerly Robert Francis Prevost) was named the successor of the late Pope Francis at the latest conclave, he—along with more than one hundred other Catholic cardinals—had to adhere to strict rules during the super secretive affair. In fact, all cardinals have to take a solemn oath to protect the secrecy of the conclave under the penalty of "automatic" excommunication ahead of sequestering for the election, according to the Universi Dominici Gregis, one of the documents used to regulate the papal election. And once the doors of the Vatican's Sistine Chapel are sealed, with the master of ceremonies declaring "extra omnes" ("everybody out") to usher those not taking part in the vote off the premise, all forms of communication with the outside world are forbidden. That means cardinals are "specifically prohibited" access to internet, social media, TV, telephones, radios, newspapers and faxes, per the U.D.G. More from E! Online Pregnant Jessa Duggar Addresses Claim She and Ben Seewald Are 'Breeding Like Rabbits' Shirtless Jason Kelce Shows Off Almost 30-Pound Weight Loss Transformation Since NFL Retirement Rose McGowan Shares Life Update 5 Years After Leaving Hollywood for Mexico To really make sure there are no leaks, the Vatican kitchen avoids serving food such as ravioli, whole chickens and pies that could easily be used to conceal messages. As for communication between cardinals? They can speak to each other and exchange views concerning the election, though they must "abstain from any form of pact, agreement, promise or other commitment of any kind which could oblige them to give or deny their vote to a person," the U.D.G. notes. While Ralph Fiennes and Stanley Tucci's cardinal characters in Conclave—the 2024 movie centered around a fictional papal election—are close friends, real-life electors are discouraged by the U.D.G. to be guided "by friendship or aversion, or to be influenced by favor or personal relationships towards anyone" in their voting. Instead, cardinals are instructed in the U.D.G. to pray for "divine assistance" and vote for the person "who in their judgment is most suited to govern the universal Church in a fruitful and beneficial way." Per tradition, a majority vote of at least two-thirds-plus-one is needed for a candidate to be selected as the new pontiff. The Vatican announces the conclave's decision by burning paper ballots to make white smoke rise from a chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel, as opposed to black smoke to signify that the cardinals have yet to reach a resolution. To see all the cardinals who were in the running for pope in the latest conclave, keep reading. Pietro ParolinFridolin AmbongoLuis Antonio TagleMatteo ZuppiPeter ErdoReinhard MarxMarc OuelletRobert PrevostChristoph SchöenbornAnders Arborelius For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
L'Orient-Le Jour
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- L'Orient-Le Jour
Julie Delpy: Israel's actions endanger Jews worldwide
The fury in her gaze had not waned. At 55 years old and standing five-foot-seven, Julie Delpy continued to denounce the unspoken and the hypocrisy of the artistic in-crowd, just as she did in her vehement early days. The French comedic actress turned director, embroiled in multiple causes and living in Los Angeles since the late 1990s, stated upfront that she was ready to discuss her political battles before even mentioning her feature her positions, the former muse of auteur cinema leverages her status as an exiled Frenchie in Hollywood. 12 years after the wrap of the "Before" trilogy — which catapulted her to global fame — Delpy returns behind (and occasionally in front of) the camera in "Les Barbares," a comedy about Breton villagers' racism in response to the arrival of a Syrian immigrant family in...
Washington Post
30-04-2025
- Business
- Washington Post
Why is the economy shrinking?
You're reading the Prompt 2025 newsletter. Sign up to get it in your inbox. Americans are fearful that President Donald Trump's hefty tariffs will cause a recession. The U.S. economy shrank in the first quarter by an annualized rate of 0.3 percent — the first negative growth in three years. What caused this downturn? And is this the start of a Trump recession? I'm joined by my fellow columnists Eduardo Porter and Natasha Sarin to break down what these numbers signal for the rest of 2025. 💬 💬 💬 Heather Long Why did the U.S. economy shrink in the first quarter? And how alarmed should we be? Eduardo Porter This is just arithmetic: To get gross domestic product, you subtract imports from the data on investment and consumption, which includes spending on both domestic products and imports. Businesses and consumers stocked up on imports — which was expected in anticipation of Trump's promised tariffs. Heather Okay, if we strip out the import craziness, how was the U.S. economy doing in Q1? Eduardo The underlying economic performance was pretty stable: consumer spending plus gross private fixed investment increased 3 percent in the first quarter, up from 2.9 percent in the previous quarter. This report is perhaps the last picture of an economy before getting walloped by Trump's barrage of unorthodox policymaking. Natasha Sarin Yeah, it's what I call the 'Before Times' print. The economy was pretty strong! Eduardo BTW, I share the general sense of alarm. It's just not in the Q1 data. Story continues below advertisement Advertisement Heather Is this -0.3 percent GDP in the first quarter the potential start of the Trump recession? Or should we ignore Q1 and focus on Q2 (and beyond)? Natasha I am wary of what is on the horizon for the economy, but I don't think the headline number here is that meaningful. Harvard economist Jason Furman has been focusing on what he's calling 'core GDP': the consumer spending and investment number. And it was at a pretty strong 3 percent in Q1. So I'd look to Q2, which will have more months of Trump's policy environment reflected in it. Eduardo Right. What isn't included in Q1 is the massive uncertainty, the plummeting consumer confidence and the shrinking 401(k) balances. Natasha And the tariffs! April 2! So-called Liberation Day. Eduardo Yeah! And the sticker shock from tariffs. Add that, and it spells recession. Of course, Trump would say this had 'NOTHING TO DO WITH TARIFFS.' If it's IN CAPS, it must be true. (He has also said he already cut 200 trade deals in a world of 195 countries.) Q2 is when we start to experience headspinning from Liberation Day. Natasha 💯. JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon now thinks that a recession is the best case outcome. It is wild that we are on the precipice of a man-made recession. Heather 'Man-made recession' is a good term, Natasha. Talk us through this: How exactly would a recession (or worse — stagflation) occur? How would we get from a mostly okay Q1 to a downturn? Natasha General Motors pulled its 2025 profit guidance this week citing the tariffs. They know what's coming. You get there by imposing the highest tariff rates in a century that are going to drive up inflation and cost consumers $5,000 annually in higher prices. Eduardo I think that a big part of the problem is that nobody really knows what's coming. Natasha It's just totally bonker bananas 🍌. Where are we going?! Are we near trading deals with India and Japan? That means less tariff revenue. But Stephen Miran, chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, says the tariffs are going to produce lots of revenue for deficit reduction. So that must mean they're staying high? It's a constant yo-yo that is impossible to plan around and is leading to investors being down on America, and with good reason. Story continues below advertisement Advertisement Heather I think the key to watch is jobs. For now, over 159 million Americans are still employed and getting paychecks. People are clearly nervous (over 70 percent expect a recession soon), and we are starting to see some layoffs. If that picks up, then people will really start to cut back on spending. And that's how we could easily end up in a recession. Eduardo Tariffs (reasonable tariffs) do not necessarily produce recessions. They just make the economy less efficient. I think the main cause for a recession in the coming months will be the massive uncertainty. Natasha In any given year, the chance of a recession is like 15 percent. We, in this chat, are talking about it like a foregone conclusion, but to be clear, it isn't. The odds have gone way up because of the policy uncertainty. Heather Let me ask it another way: Can we still avoid a recession? If Trump pulls back some more on tariffs, can we avoid the worst case? Eduardo Maybe. If Trump decides to pull all the tariffs back to where they were in December, we might just avoid a recession. He has to backtrack on the tariffs and promise never to touch economic policy again. Natasha The reality that is so devastating is Trump inherited a strong economy! He just had to watch it be strong and claim credit. Story continues below advertisement Advertisement Eduardo And we haven't talked about what happens if Trump really messes with the Fed … Heather Good point. I was glad to see the strong market reaction (we saw the same thing in late 2018 when Trump first threatened to fire Fed Chair Jerome H. Powell), and it looks like Trump backed down again. I think at this point Trump won't fire Powell. He's better off trying to blame Powell for any downturn. Natasha I hope you are right (not about blaming Powell of course). But I'm worried, because the same market discipline that we saw in the first Trump administration isn't governing here. Heather Last question: Trump loves tariffs. Do tariffs ever make sense in your view? Natasha Targeted tariffs in certain sectors. For national security, for supply chain resilience, sure. Broad based tariffs at the highest rate in a century that are pushing our allies straight into China's waiting arms? No, those don't ever make sense. Eduardo There is a role for targeted tariffs. But that has nothing to do with what is going on now. In Trump's worldview, tariffs are to punish an unfair world that has somehow brought misery to the U.S. Story continues below advertisement Advertisement Post Opinions wants to know: How has your economic outlook changed since the beginning of the Trump administration? Share your responses and they might be published as letters to the editor.
