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Irish Examiner
31-07-2025
- General
- Irish Examiner
When close up is too close — who's the worst culprit for invading wild birds' space?
More people than ever are taking to the outdoors to get a look at wildlife. That can be a good thing... but there are boundaries to be observed too. Sometimes, humans go too near, with negative impacts on these creatures. Many of us will be out and about during the August bank holiday, and the following weeks, so a message from Birdwatch Ireland is apposite. It concerns seabirds, some of which are still nesting. For instance, gannets, which arrive in early spring and then pair up for breeding, don't leave for warmer climes until the autumn when their chicks are ready to fledge and fly. Brian Burke, senior seabird conservation officer with Birdwatch, pleads with people not to peek into nests. Some, including photographers, come too close which can result in birds fleeing nests and the death of chicks: 'A lot of people don't realise that it's actually illegal to disturb and/or photograph nesting birds without a licence from the National Parks and Wildlife Service." A study by University College Cork researcher, Debs Allbrook, found that gannets nesting on the edge of the Great Saltee Island colony, in Wexford, which were disturbed, had the lowest success rate in the number of chicks fledging. It was photographers who ventured closest, to an average distance of 2.5metres, with regular tourists coming to within 4.5m and birdwatchers 8m. Ms Allbrook had a sign erected asking people to stay back from nests. After that, all groups stayed at least 5m way, with the exception of 11 photographers. A sign has been erected on Great Saltee, based on Debs Allbrook's research, to encourage best behaviour near the nesting Gannets. Picture: Debs Allbrook 'Our precious seabirds are suffering severe declines, with loss of critical habitat and plummeting fish stocks cited to explain falling numbers. Disturbance is just one more factor in the list, but is actually the thing we can do most about," she notes. By approaching nests and leaving flattened grass, or bushes moved aside, people can also tip off potential predators like magpies, or foxes. Furthermore, chicks may be frightened into leaving nests too soon, thereby reducing their survival chances. Cork is one of the best places for seabird-watching, with a large number of species like gulls, shearwaters and godwits to be seen. Galley Head, Cape Clear, Dursey Island, and the Rosscarbery Estuary are among several popular locations. Not too far away, the Skellig islands, in Kerry, are internationally-famous for their gannets, puffins and guillemots, among other species, while not forgetting the Blasket islands. Let's leave the parting words to Brian Burke: 'Take the chance to enjoy the birds around you. Visit a seabird colony this summer, and takes lots of photos. But be sure to keep your distance from the birds and their nests."
Yahoo
28-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Vancouver Canucks Coaches' Playing Careers: Daniel Sedin
Welcome back to The Hockey News - Vancouver Canucks site's Coaches as Players series. Last time, we looked at assistant coach Brett McLean's time with the Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche, and Florida Panthers. Today's player needs no introduction to the Canucks fanbase, so let's dive right into player development coach Daniel Sedin's historic career with Vancouver. In one of the most memorable NHL Draft moments in the league's history, Sedin was taken second overall in the 1999 NHL Draft alongside twin brother, Henrik. Canucks General Manager at the time, Brian Burke, pulled off an elaborate asset-gymnastics routine in order to acquire the second-overall pick, allowing Vancouver to pick second and third overall. With the two selections, both Sedins ended up in Vancouver, marking the start of what would be two of the most spellbinding NHL careers in franchise history. Sedin's first season with the Canucks was 2000–01, during which he scored 20 goals and 14 assists in 75 games played. During this year, he and the Canucks made the playoffs, but were quickly swept in the first round by a Colorado Avalanche team that sported current Canucks head coach Adam Foote. The three following seasons followed a similar pattern, with Sedin's 2003–04 season ending with a total of 18 goals and 36 assists collected — a career-high at the time. The NHL lockout of 2004–05 resulted in Sedin heading back to Sweden to play. He signed with his former club, MoDo Hockey of Elitserien, where he picked up 13 goals and 20 assists in 49 games. This same year, Sedin represented Sweden internationally, tallying five goals and four assists in nine IIHF World Championship games and placing fifth in tournament scoring. Something shifted when Sedin returned to the Canucks post-lockout. In 2005–06, he scored 22 goals and 49 assists in an 82-game season, setting a new career high that would only be broken the season after. He also hit the 200-mark in shots registered in a single season for the first time in his career. The year after, Sedin posted his first season in which he registered more than one point per game. He scored 36 goals and 48 assists in 81 games, with 34 of these points coming on the power play. In this postseason, Sedin and the Canucks defeated the Dallas Stars in six games in the first round, but unfortunately lost to the Anaheim Ducks in five games the series after. While Sedin and the Canucks didn't make the playoffs in 2007–08, this was the only season in which Vancouver failed to qualify for postseason contention from 2006 to 2014. Sedin recorded his second 30-goal season in 2008–09, tallying 31 and 51 assists in all 82 games. This particular season marked a shift for the Canucks, as captain Markus Näslund departed from the team and goaltender Roberto Luongo was subsequently given the title. In the postseason, Sedin averaged a point per game with four goals and six assists, though the Canucks lost to the Blackhawks in six games after sweeping the St. Louis Blues in the first round. Latest From THN's Vancouver Canucks Site: Vancouver Canucks 2024–25 Report Card: Derek Forbort Canucks Prospect Björck & Team Sweden Defeat Team USA Blue 5-2 At The 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase Vancouver Canucks 2025–26 Season Series Preview: Calgary Flames 2009–10 was another offensively-successful season for Sedin, both in the regular season and playoffs, as the younger Sedin scored 29 goals and 56 assists in 63 regular season games. During the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, Sedin represented Sweden with a goal and two assists in four games. In the playoffs later on in the calendar year, he tallied five goals and nine assists in a 12-game postseason run that saw Vancouver lose in six games to the Blackhawks yet again. Individually speaking, the 2010–11 season was Sedin's most successful. Posting his first 40-goal and 100-point season, he finished the year with 41 goals and 63 assists in all 82 games. These efforts won him the Art Ross Trophy (given to the NHL's points leader) and Ted Lindsay Award (most outstanding player, voted on by players). This was also his first full season wearing the 'A' as one of the Canucks' assistant captains. For the team as a whole, the 2010–11 season was one of hope and heartbreak. Vancouver finished their regular season at the top of the Western Conference with a record of 54–19–9 and 117 points, including a startling goal differential of +77. They bested their demons in the first round after taking Chicago to seven games and defeating them at home in overtime thanks to dragon-slayer Alex Burrows. They trounced the Nashville Predators in six games and took down the San Jose Sharks at home in five, sending them to the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time since 1994. Everyone knows what happened after that. By the end of their 25-game playoff run in 2011, Sedin had nine goals and 11 assists. He continued this offensive push in 2011–12 with another 30-goal season, during which he also scored 37 assists in 72 games. Sedin played in two of Vancouver's five playoff games that season, posting two assists in the team's first-round exit against the Los Angeles Kings. The seasons that followed were, to put it bluntly, bleak. Vancouver failed to get past the first round in 2013 and 2015, and ultimately didn't end up making the postseason again until 2020. In a time when many of those Stanley Cup Final players ended up moving on, both of the Sedins stayed in Vancouver, remaining true to the organization that drafted them back in 1999. Despite getting older, Sedin still led the Canucks in points for a few seasons up until former captain Bo Horvat and Brock Boeser eventually took his place. In his final NHL season in 2017–18, Sedin still scored 23 goals and 32 assists in 81 games. After retirement, Sedin had his number '22' retired by the Canucks alongside brother Henrik's '33'. In 2022, both brothers, as well as teammate Luongo, were named to the Hockey Hall of Fame. Make sure you bookmark THN's Vancouver Canucks site and add us to your favourites on Google News for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more from The Hockey News. Also, don't forget to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through our forum.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SellYourMac.com Founder Brian Burke to Speak on Breaking Through the Noise at ITAD Summit 2025
Brian The Mac Man Joins Marketing Leaders From Vyta and URT to Share Strategies for Standing Out, Building Visibility, and Engaging IT Asset Disposition Audiences at Scale WOODSTOCK, Ill. & LAS VEGAS, July 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- (SYM), the leading reCommerce and IT Asset Transition Service provider dedicated exclusively to Apple products and an Other World Computing (OWC) company, today announced Founder and CEO, Brian Burke, will join a panel discussion titled, "Standing out in the Noise – a Dive into Marketing Your Products and Services to the Masses" at the ITAD Summit 2025 (July 29 - 30, Bellagio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV). Joining Brian The Mac Man on the panel, set to take place on July 29, from 1:00 – 2:00 pm, will be Rachael Weir, Head of Marketing, Vyta, and Danae Gullicksen, Marketing Professional, URT. Together, they will dive into effective strategies for marketing ITAD products and services in a crowded marketplace, with insights on how to differentiate brands, build visibility, and engage target audiences at scale. "The ITAD Summit is the Super Bowl of tech sustainability, and I'm fired up to be on stage with Rachael and Danae," said Brian Burke, aka The Mac Man and Founder of "We're not just building businesses that win in a crowded market – we're driving real change, cutting e-waste, and giving tech a second life that empowers people and lifts communities. Let's goooo!" About Brian Burke, Founder/CEO, SellYourMac Brian Burke is a seasoned tech entrepreneur and thought leader who founded (SYM) and now serves as the Mac Man at Other World Computing (OWC), specializing in Apple product resale, IT asset disposition, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital innovation. Brian The Mac Man is passionate about empowering underprivileged students through gifting Apple technology. He believes gifting them a Mac can truly change their lives, their outlook on the world, and their future job prospects. As a lifelong learner, Brian is a 2x TEDx Talk speaker, has become a Sommelier, an Apple Certified Mac Technician, a Notary Public, an Ordained Minister, a PADI Certified Scuba Diver, a professional speaker on LinkedIn optimization, having now grown his LinkedIn network to 210,000+, and a professional speaker on ChatGPT! About the ITAD Summit 2025 The ITAD Summit 2025 brings together more than 1,000 professionals focusing on the IT asset disposition sector. From mobility to enterprise experts, participants include IT resellers, brokers, electronic-recyclers, and ITAD professionals engaged across the IT equipment ecosystem to collaborate on best practices, enhance procurement opportunities, and discuss the latest industry trends. To learn more, please visit: About (SYM), an Other World Computing (OWC) company, is a leading reCommerce and IT Asset Transition Service provider dedicated exclusively to Apple products. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, SYM has helped over 100,000 customers unlock the value of their used Apple devices — including MacBooks, iPhones, iPads, and more — with more than $66 million paid out to date. Founded in 2006, SYM is committed to reducing e-waste through responsible reuse, repurposing, and recycling, leveraging certified zero-landfill partners like Cohen USA. With a reputation for top-dollar payouts, a seamless customer experience, and industry-recognized service, SYM is on a mission to become the world's most trusted buyer of used Apple technology. Learn more at About Other World Computing (OWC) Founded in 1988, Other World Computing (OWC®) is a trusted leader in high-performance storage, docks, and memory card solutions that empower professionals in video and audio production, photography, and business with the tools to maximize the performance and reliability of their workflows seamlessly. OWC's professional-grade storage, expansion, media cards, docks, and connectivity, as well as its apps and accessories, are built to last by the people who use them: creatives, businesses, and consumers. For further information, please visit OWC can also be found on LinkedIn and X. ©2025 Other World Computing (OWC). All other brand and product names contained in this announcement may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. View source version on Contacts PR Contact: Nicole GormanGorman Communications, for Other World Computing (OWC)M: Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
21-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
SellYourMac.com Founder Brian Burke to Speak on Breaking Through the Noise at ITAD Summit 2025
WOODSTOCK, Ill. & LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- (SYM), the leading reCommerce and IT Asset Transition Service provider dedicated exclusively to Apple products and an Other World Computing (OWC) company, today announced Founder and CEO, Brian Burke, will join a panel discussion titled, ' Standing out in the Noise – a Dive into Marketing Your Products and Services to the Masses ' at the ITAD Summit 2025 (July 29 - 30, Bellagio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV). "The ITAD Summit is the Super Bowl of tech sustainability, and I'm fired up to be on stage with Rachael and Danae,' said Brian Burke, aka The Mac Man and Founder of Share Joining Brian The Mac Man on the panel, set to take place on July 29, from 1:00 – 2:00 pm, will be Rachael Weir, Head of Marketing, Vyta, and Danae Gullicksen, Marketing Professional, URT. Together, they will dive into effective strategies for marketing ITAD products and services in a crowded marketplace, with insights on how to differentiate brands, build visibility, and engage target audiences at scale. "The ITAD Summit is the Super Bowl of tech sustainability, and I'm fired up to be on stage with Rachael and Danae,' said Brian Burke, aka The Mac Man and Founder of 'We're not just building businesses that win in a crowded market – we're driving real change, cutting e-waste, and giving tech a second life that empowers people and lifts communities. Let's goooo!" About Brian Burke, Founder/CEO, SellYourMac Brian Burke is a seasoned tech entrepreneur and thought leader who founded (SYM) and now serves as the Mac Man at Other World Computing (OWC), specializing in Apple product resale, IT asset disposition, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital innovation. Brian The Mac Man is passionate about empowering underprivileged students through gifting Apple technology. He believes gifting them a Mac can truly change their lives, their outlook on the world, and their future job prospects. As a lifelong learner, Brian is a 2x TEDx Talk speaker, has become a Sommelier, an Apple Certified Mac Technician, a Notary Public, an Ordained Minister, a PADI Certified Scuba Diver, a professional speaker on LinkedIn optimization, having now grown his LinkedIn network to 210,000+, and a professional speaker on ChatGPT! About the ITAD Summit 2025 The ITAD Summit 2025 brings together more than 1,000 professionals focusing on the IT asset disposition sector. From mobility to enterprise experts, participants include IT resellers, brokers, electronic-recyclers, and ITAD professionals engaged across the IT equipment ecosystem to collaborate on best practices, enhance procurement opportunities, and discuss the latest industry trends. To learn more, please visit: About (SYM), an Other World Computing (OWC) company, is a leading reCommerce and IT Asset Transition Service provider dedicated exclusively to Apple products. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, SYM has helped over 100,000 customers unlock the value of their used Apple devices — including MacBooks, iPhones, iPads, and more — with more than $66 million paid out to date. Founded in 2006, SYM is committed to reducing e-waste through responsible reuse, repurposing, and recycling, leveraging certified zero-landfill partners like Cohen USA. With a reputation for top-dollar payouts, a seamless customer experience, and industry-recognized service, SYM is on a mission to become the world's most trusted buyer of used Apple technology. Learn more at Founded in 1988, Other World Computing (OWC ®) is a trusted leader in high-performance storage, docks, and memory card solutions that empower professionals in video and audio production, photography, and business with the tools to maximize the performance and reliability of their workflows seamlessly. OWC's professional-grade storage, expansion, media cards, docks, and connectivity, as well as its apps and accessories, are built to last by the people who use them: creatives, businesses, and consumers. For further information, please visit OWC can also be found on LinkedIn and X. ©2025 Other World Computing (OWC). All other brand and product names contained in this announcement may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Beloved 80's Pop Legend's Latest Photo Has Fans Spinning Out of Control in Excitement
Beloved 80's Pop Legend's Latest Photo Has Fans Spinning Out of Control in Excitement originally appeared on Parade. Cyndi Lauper is gearing up to give her fans even more of what they want. The 72-year-old pop star has been touring but recently stopped to take a break after an April 25 show in Tokyo. Now, the break is almost over and Lauper is getting ready to give everything she has for the last leg of her "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour." 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 In a photo shared to Instagram on Monday, July 14, the "True Colors" singer is standing on stage with creative director Brian Burke as they look back at the band's setup and a set of three screens that light up behind the stage. In the caption, she wrote, "Back at it! Tour rehearsals going strong. Final leg kicks off Thursday! 👩🏻🎤🤘🎶." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cyndi Lauper (@cyndilauper) The farewell tour, which took a brief hiatus in April, will start back up on Thursday, July 17, in Mansfield, Mass. She has 24 shows scheduled before the last leg of the "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour" ends in Los Angeles on August 30 at the Hollywood Bowl. Naturally, Lauper's fans went wild in the comments, with one writing, "We will see you in Philly! So excited! 😍🙌❤️." Another said, "I will be there on Thursday! Can't wait!!! 💃💃✨✨."A third commenter wrote, "I love 💕 ❤️❤️❤️❤️Cyndi you will always be my idol." Someone else wrote, "Love you Cyndi! Looking forward to seeing you in Denver. I really enjoyed the winter tour leg. You kicked some serious butt little lady 🥰." Several comments pointed out that there were no tour stops in Latin America, where she is still beloved. Many are hoping she'll add more tour dates in places like Brazil, Argentina, and Chile. The tour began on October 18, 2024, and has 69 scheduled shows. Beloved 80's Pop Legend's Latest Photo Has Fans Spinning Out of Control in Excitement first appeared on Parade on Jul 14, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
