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Al Jazeera
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Jazeera
Progress, Secularism and the Orientalist Gaze
Centre Stage Olivier Roy, a professor of Orientalism, joins Centre Stage to talk about the roots of Orientalism and the enduring myth of how only the West represents progress. From colonial-era narratives to modern-day politics, Roy explores how the Global South is still perceived through a Eurocentric lens — and what that says about our civilisation, modernity and the West's ongoing struggle with pluralism. This episode is produced in partnership with the International Conference on Orientalism, an intellectual and academic platform that brings together leading scholars in the field to foster informed dialogue towards a balanced civilizational engagement. Video Duration 20 minutes 47 seconds 20:47 Video Duration 24 minutes 13 seconds 24:13 Video Duration 17 minutes 38 seconds 17:38 Video Duration 23 minutes 28 seconds 23:28 Video Duration 20 minutes 11 seconds 20:11 Video Duration 24 minutes 25 seconds 24:25 Video Duration 18 minutes 40 seconds 18:40
Wales Online
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Andy Murray admits he made huge mistake after split from Kim
Andy Murray admits he made huge mistake after split from Kim 'It wasn't really me," the two-time Wimbledon champion admitted Murray opened up on his relationship with Kim as part of his stage show Andy Murray has opened up about the big mistake he made in the wake of his brief split with his partner Kim, admitting that it "wasn't really me". The two-time Wimbledon champion has been married to Kim - the daughter of tennis coach Nigel Sears - since 2015, having met at a party during the US Open a decade earlier. The couple tied the knot in Murray's hometown of Dunblane after dating for nine years, but their relationship was not always smooth sailing. In 2009, they shockingly split up, with Kim 'winning custody' of their dog Maggie as they looked set to go their separate ways, However, they got back together six months later, with Murray admitting at the time that he "works better in a relationship". But while they rekindled their relationship and went on to have four children together, the split saw the tennis star act highly out of character as he splashed the cash on a sports car. Recalling the brief break-up during his Centre Stage show at the New Wimbledon Theatre earlier this week, Murray admitted: "'I bought a Ferrari. I called it Barry the Ferrari. Article continues below "I thought it was cool, but it didn't last very long. The first day I took it out to drive, it got pulled over by the police because the insurance hadn't cleared. "I got rid of it over a couple of months, because it wasn't really me.' After getting back together with Kim, Murray admitted at the time: "I work better in a relationship. At the end of the day, especially if I've lost a match, I don't like talking about tennis, so it's nice to have someone to talk to about other stuff." Since 2013, the couple have owned their wedding venue, the five-star Cromlix House Hotel, while Kim is also a talented artist and had a website called Brushes and Paws where she would share her portraits of animals and flowers. Murray has frequently praised his wife for her love and support, as he told the New York Times during his playing career: "She doesn't like being in the newspapers, and people commenting on what she's wearing and how she looks, and those sorts of things. "That's one of the things that I guess she's also sacrificed, a little bit, for our relationship, and I appreciate that a lot. "You're in these huge cities meeting new people all the time and it would be easy to get your head turned," he added. "But Kim's always been there for me. She really cares about me and helps with so many things. She always has. That's why we have such a great relationship." However, while Kim has been Murray's number one supporter through his playing career and now in retirement, she has taken her passionate support too on occasion. During her husband's Australian Open semi-final win against Tomas Berdych in 2015, the camera panned to her in the stands and she was infamously caught on live TV saying: "F****** have that you flash Czech f***". Murray defended her following that match, saying: "When there's a lot of tension surrounding something, which you [the media] created [by referring to the fact his former assistant coach Dani Vallverdu then coached Berdych], then it's completely normal. 'The whole first set everyone was tight. My physical trainer, physio, I'm sure for Dani it was uncomfortable. Even Tomas, who very rarely says anything on the court, there was tension there for him, as well. Yeah, in the heat of the moment you can say stuff that you regret. And, yeah, that's it.' Kim later poked fun at the moment as she appeared at the final in a t-shirt that read: 'Parental Advisory: Explicit Content'. After Murray was awarded a knighthood in the Queen's New Year Honours the following year, he joked that his wife would have to mind her language upon becoming a Lady, as he laughed: "She's going to have to [do] no more swearing during my matches any more, for any of you who saw that a few years ago." However, it appears Kim has not entirely abandoned the bad language, as Murray revealed a text exchange between him and his wife while on stage during Sunday night's show in Wimbledon. Article continues below 'At one of the shows we did a few nights ago, I messaged her during the half-time interval, asking, 'Is everyone OK?'," he said, as he revealed that Kim had been looking after their four-year-old daughter Lola at the time. "She replied, 'It has been a f***ing shambles. Lola's being a t***. Hope the show's going better than this!".
Edinburgh Live
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Andy Murray thanks Edinburgh fans after sold-out show in the capital
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Andy Murray shared an update on social media and thanked his fans following his sold out performance at the Edinburgh Playhouse. The tennis star took to the stage on June 19 as part of his UK Centre Stage tour where he shared stories from his sporting years, with 46 titles under his belt. Throughout the dates in the capital, Glasgow and London, Murray was joined by a number of guests including Chris Hoy and his mum, Judy Murray. He said: "Thank you Glasgow, Edinburgh and London for three great nights. "A special thank you to @mrandrewcotter, @judymurray_, @ @chrishoy1 and @romeshranga for joining me. "Looking forward to our last show at Wimbledon next week." Hundreds of comments were left from fans sharing their thoughts on the show. One person said: "Got my mother front row tickets for Edinburgh.. she said it was the best day of her life. Not sure how to take that." A second added: "Had a great night at the Edinburgh show. Wonderful to revisit all these amazing times of your fantastic career." "A fantastic night in Edinburgh, absolutely loved seeing and hearing all your stories", a third said. Ahead of his Edinburgh show, he was spotted by locals in the city centre after he stopped for a coffee at St James Quarter. The retired tennis champion posed up with fans around 2.45pm on June 19 leaving many starstruck. Some noted how "lovely" the 38-year-old was during the interactions. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox One person who caught sight of the star said: "I was walking down from the St James Quarter when I saw a family taking a picture with someone, he walked past and I realised it was Andy Murray. "He went up to get a coffee and someone who was in line next to him stopped me to say how lovely he was to him. "It was crazy to see him walking about the streets of Edinburgh. I think he went down to the Playhouse after that." We previously reported tickets sold out for the tour back in November. A number of fans were able to secure a seat, but hundreds were left disappointed after the quick sell out. One fan said on X, formally known as Twitter: "Went online at exactly 10am for Edinburgh Playhouse tickets and was already 1723 in the queue. "Sold out in about two minutes. Might need some more Scottish dates @andy_murray."
Edinburgh Live
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh locals praise 'lovely' Andy Murray after spotting him at shopping centre
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Sports star Andy Murray was spotted in Edinburgh's city centre on Thursday afternoon. The retired tennis champion was seen outside St James Quarter around 2.45pm on June 19 leaving locals starstruck. After taking photos with fans while waiting for a takeaway coffee, some noted how "lovely" the 38-year-old was during the interactions. He was pictured posing with a family before walking down near the Playhouse ahead of his sold-out show. One local who caught sight of the star said: "I was walking down from the St James Quarter when I saw a family taking a picture with someone, he walked past and I realised it was Andy Murray. "He went up to get a coffee and someone who was in line next to him stopped me to say how lovely he was to him. "It was crazy to see him walking about the streets of Edinburgh. I think he went down to the Playhouse after that." Murray is taking on a completely different venture throughout the summer with his Centre Stage theatre shows. The tour is taking place over four dates in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and two in London. He is taking to stage at the Playhouse on Thursday evening after tickets sold out back in November. We reported a number of fans were able to secure a seat, but hundreds were left disappointed after the quick sell out. One fan said on X, formally known as Twitter: "Went online at exactly 10am for Edinburgh Playhouse tickets and was already 1723 in the queue. "Sold out in about two minutes. Might need some more Scottish dates @andy_murray." Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Another devastated fan wrote: "You're going to need a bigger venue or do more shows, please please please. I logged on five secs after the tickets went on sale for Edinburgh to find there were already 2,500 people in front of me in the queue. "Sold out by 10.15 so no chance." The show is set to put Andy in the limelight as he shares stories from his sporting years, with 46 titles under his belt. He will be providing insight into his relationship with Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer as BBC commentator Andrew Cotter interviews him on stage. Sharing the news on social media, Andy said: "I am stepping onto a different stage this summer. Come and see me on my first ever theatre tour, with Andrew Cotter, in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Hammersmith and Wimbledon."
Wales Online
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Jamie Roberts the 'luckiest guy on the planet' as he shares new baby pictures
Jamie Roberts the 'luckiest guy on the planet' as he shares new baby pictures The couple revealed the news on social media as they welcomed a new addition to the Roberts clan Jamie Roberts and family. (Image: Jamie Roberts and Nicole Ramson on Instagram. ) Wales legend Jamie Roberts and his wife Nicole have welcomed their third child into the world. Taking to Instagram in a collaborative post, the couple provided images of the family at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff with the new arrival. Clara Rose Roberts is now the fifth member of the family, following Elodie May, who was born in 2022, and Tomos Rhys, born in 2021. Get the latest breaking Welsh rugby news stories sent straight to your inbox with our FREE daily newsletter. Sign up here. Writing on X, formerly Twitter, Roberts said: "At times I feel like the luckiest guy on the planet. So grateful to welcome our third into the world and thankful to the wonderful staff at our great University Hospital." Content cannot be displayed without consent This news comes just three days after Roberts announced that he would be beginning work as a resident doctor this summer. Article continues below Over ten years ago, the legendary centre completed his medical degree whilst playing international rugby, having to turn up to the Vale Resort earlier than the rest of his teammates to get revision done ahead of exam season, something he revealed in his book 'Centre Stage'. "I crave pressure, responsibility and accountability," Roberts told WalesOnline "It has taken me a while to work out exactly what I miss from the game, and that's it. I miss the pressure and doing something that brings with it pressure and scrutiny. "Of course I miss the lads, I miss the changing room and I miss the social side of rugby probably above all else. "I love problem-solving, I love working with people and I guess when you go through that soul-searching when you retire, you try to narrow down what you really love and what you really want to go after. "Medicine and being a doctor ticks a lot of boxes. It's problem-solving, it's in science, it's working with people, it brings significant pressure and responsibility. I can't wait to join another great team in the NHS." Article continues below Over the course of his storied career, Roberts played for Cardiff, Racing 92, Harlequins, Bath, Stormers, Dragons and NSW Waratahs, as well as earning 94 caps for Wales and touring twice with the British and Irish Lions. Since retiring, Roberts has moved into media roles and became a board member for the WRU. This, along with his new long-term venture into medicine and new baby, Roberts has plenty to keep himself busy.
