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Irish Examiner
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
'It should be all systems go' - Chris O'Donnell wins fitness race, ready to play part in China
For Chris O'Donnell, the first race has already been run – trying to get a nagging hip injury under control before this weekend's World Relays in Guangzhou, China. 'I'll be ready, I'll be running,' he says. 'Just in the nick of time.' The two-time Olympian from Sligo has been a pivotal part of the Irish mixed 4x400m team in recent years, helping them to world and Olympic finals along with European gold in Rome last year. But in recent weeks his presence in Guangzhou was in doubt, O'Donnell straining a tendon in his right hip, an issue he can trace back to his teenage years, when his chief focus was on soccer. Whether it was a childhood spent kicking ball with his right leg or something inherent in his anatomy, his stride length has always been longer from his right side than his left. 'That's been going on for years,' he says. 'I've been to many physios and there's not a whole lot you can do other than strengthening up my left side, but my injury record over the years has been very good, so I can't complain too much.' O'Donnell joined his Irish teammates at their training camp in Hong Kong last week and, with daily treatments from physios, his hip turned a corner earlier this week. 'I could have stayed home and avoided the jetlag, but I've been part of this team for long enough – I feel I should be here,' he says. 'It should be all systems go.' Ireland has teams competing in the men's and women's 4x400m along with the mixed 4x400m, and a top-14 finish will secure qualification for the World Championships in Tokyo. A top-two finish in any of Saturday's heats will secure their spot both in Tokyo and in Sunday's finals, while teams that fall short can still secure qualification with a top-two finish in the second round on Sunday. Ireland won mixed 4x400m bronze at the World Relays in the Bahamas last year, but O'Donnell says the focus here is not on medals. He said 'nobody is going to be doubling up on the first day' of action and the Irish will 'spread our eggs across a few baskets', though the line-ups will only be revealed about an hour before the races. 'The one secret we don't have is that our goal is to qualify three teams, not to prioritise one event or get medals,' he says. 'If it comes to a stage where one is qualified on day one and we go into day two needing to prioritise another, that's what we'll do instead of taking the final seriously. The women's team are in an incredibly strong position, almost certain to qualify. The mixed is in a very strong position too.' As for the men's 4x400m, it's been eight years since O'Donnell raced with a full-strength Irish team and there is a strong cohort of Irish athletes that includes Olympians Cillín Greene, Jack Raftery and Marcus Lawler along with Callum Baird and rising star Conor Kelly. O'Donnell says it's been 'a long time coming' and he's hopeful the men can also secure a spot in Tokyo. 'The squad has definitely improved. We had three guys who ran 45 seconds last year and we had a few guys running 46s. As a squad we're getting there. We have been watching the girls doing well recently and we've kind of been saying, 'We need to get our act together now.' 'We need to get four of our best lads in the best form, passing the baton well around on the track. We haven't done that in eight years and we're going to do that this weekend and see what happens.' O'Donnell was among those to benefit from an increased investment in the relays by Sport Ireland this year, bumped up to the top-level podium tier, receiving €40,000. 'It makes a huge difference, especially as someone who has never been sponsored in my career,' he says. 'If I have to work, slog a 9-5 and then do this really hard training, to fit in a workload around that, I simply cannot train as hard. And not training as hard equals not as good results.'
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
2025-26 TV Preview: Every New Comedy, Drama and Unscripted Show
It's never too early to look ahead: While some broadcast shows have yet to air their finales, the networks are already unveiling their primetime lineups for the 2025-26 TV season, including the many new series hoping to land a spot on your viewing schedules. CBS was first to reveal its freshman slate on Wednesday (check out the network's full schedule), but there will be plenty more pickups to come from ABC, NBC, Fox and The CW during next week's annual Upfronts presentations. More from TVLine ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement Thus far, the announced offerings are heavy on spinoffs and 'universe expansions' at both ABC (with 9-1-1: Nashville) and CBS (Sheriff Country, Boston Blue and CIA), the latter of which is also launching a Yellowstone offshoot. Elsewhere, the Eye network is hoping that a trip to the DMV will make you laugh, and is hitting The Road with a trio of high-profile musicians. To help you sift through the brand-new offerings, TVLine presents our annual guide to all the upcoming dramas, comedies and unscripted programs, with additional series orders, castings and trailers to be added as they're released. Make sure to bookmark this page and check back often! Then hit the comments to tell us which newbies are piquing your interest. America's Culinary Cup, CBS America's Culinary Cup, CBS PREMIERE DATE: Midseason ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement TIME SLOT: Wednesdays at 9:30/8:30c WHO: Host Padma Lakshmi WHAT: A new cooking competition series featuring a cast of the nation's most decorated chefs as they embark on a one-of-a-kind, high-stakes competition designed to challenge their creativity, endurance, presentation, leadership and more. 9-1-1: Nashville, ABC 9-1-1: Nashville, ABC PREMIERE DATE: TBA TIME SLOT: TBA WHO: Chris O'Donnell (NCIS: Los Angeles), Jessica Capshaw (Grey's Anatomy) WHAT: The spinoff stars O'Donnell as Captain Don Sharpe, 'a rugged fire captain and rodeo rider who runs Nashville's busiest firehouse with his beloved son,' according to the official character breakdown. 'Don's a devoted husband and family man but he has his secrets.' Boston Blue, CBS Boston Blue, CBS PREMIERE DATE: TBA ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement TIME SLOT: Fridays at 10/9c WHO: Donnie Wahlberg (Blue Bloods), Sonequa Martin-Green (Star Trek: Discovery) WHAT: The Blue Bloods Universe expansion finds Wahlberg's Detective Danny Reagan leaving New York City and his family to take a position with the Boston Police Department. Once there, Danny will be partnered with Detective Lena Peters (Martin-Green), the eldest daughter of a prominent law enforcement family. CIA, CBS CIA, CBS PREMIERE DATE: TBA TIME SLOT: Mondays at 10/9c WHO: Tom Ellis (Lucifer) WHAT: A FBI Universe expansion, the crime drama centers on two unlikely partners — a fast-talking, rule-breaking loose cannon CIA case officer (Ellis), and a by-the-book, seasoned and smart FBI agent who believes in the rule of law. When this odd couple are assigned to work out of CIA's New York Station, they must learn to work together to investigate cases and criminals posing threats on U.S. soil, finding that their differences may actually be their strength. DMV, CBS PREMIERE DATE: TBA ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement TIME SLOT: Mondays at 8:30/7:30c PRESS PLAY ABOVE TO WATCH TEASER WHO: Harriett Dyer (Colin From Accounts, American Auto), Tim Meadows (The Goldbergs), Molly Kearney (Saturday Night Live), Alex Tarrant (NCIS: Hawai'i), Tony Cavalero (The Righteous Gemstones), Gigi Zumbado (The Rookie) WHAT: Based on award winning author Katherine Heiny's short story, a single camera workplace comedy set at the place everyone dreads going most: the DMV. Harlan Coben's Final Twist, CBS Harlan Coben's Final Twist, CBS PREMIERE DATE: Midseason TIME SLOT: Wednesdays at 10/9c WHO: Harlan Coben WHAT: The program brings the world's best-selling mystery author into the true-crime television genre for the first time. In each one-hour episode, Harlan will guide audiences through gripping tales of murder, high-profile crimes and life-altering surprises, each meticulously unraveled to reveal hidden truths, deceptions and lies. With exclusive interviews and never-before-seen archival materials, the series will provide an in-depth look at stories where nothing is as it seems. The Road, CBS The Road, CBS PREMIERE DATE: TBA ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement TIME SLOT: Sundays at 9/8c WHO: Keith Urban, Gretchen Wilson, Blake Shelton WHAT: The series offers viewers a backstage pass into the gritty and unforgiving life of a touring musician. With exclusive access to the behind-the-scenes workings of the music industry, viewers will see what happens when some of the best up-and-coming performers pile into a tour bus and tackle a grueling schedule in pursuit of their dreams. Sheriff Country, CBS Sheriff Country, CBS PREMIERE DATE: TBA TIME SLOT: Fridays at 8/7c WHO: Morena Baccarin (Fire Country), Matt Lauria (CSI: Vegas), Christopher Gorham (Covert Affairs), W. Earl Brown (Deadwood), Michele Weaver (Love Is_, Council of Dads) ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement WHAT: The Fire Country spinoff follows straight-shooting Sheriff Mickey Fox (Baccarin) — the stepsister of Fire's Sharon Leone — who investigates criminal activity as she patrols the streets of small-town Edgewater while contending with her ex-con father (Brown) and a mysterious incident involving her wayward daughter. Y: Marshals (Working Title), CBS Y: Marshals (Working Title), CBS PREMIERE DATE: Midseason TIME SLOT: Sundays at 9/8c WHO: Luke Grimes (Yellowstone) WHAT: In the spinoff, with the Yellowstone Ranch behind him, Kayce Dutton (Grimes) joins an elite unit of U.S. Marshals, combining his skills as a cowboy and Navy SEAL to bring range justice to Montana, where he and his teammates must balance family, duty and the high psychological cost that comes with serving as the last line of defense in the region's war on violence. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement Best of TVLine Sign up for TVLine's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Hindustan Times
30-04-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
From bureaucracy to breathwork: IAS Balvinder Kumar is now a wellness warrior who hopes to combat India's suicide crisis
Followers of fitness influencer Chris O'Donnell, popularly known as Creeohdee, are still processing the news of his death. Ironically, he died by suicide. Back home, a social media influencer in Chhattisgarh live-streamed her suicide. According to a National Crime Records Bureau report, India is the suicide capital of the world. And that's what Balvinder Kumar hopes to change. The retired IAS officer, who once navigated power corridors, is now a passionate mental health advocate. He founded Mind Therapy, a wellness sanctuary focused on mental health. 'Mind Therapy began as a platform powered by AI and licensed therapists offering consultations, meditation coaching and stress management tools. Today, we also have a physical centre in Delhi, where people can explore sound therapy, energy healing and meditation workshops as well,' says the 1981 cadre IAS, who was at the helm of some very high-profile government projects and some very sensitive postings in public administration, mining, and real estate. His passion for mindfulness was sparked during a turbulent period in 2008, when he was controversially suspended over land allotment for a INR1,600 crore rail coach factory in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh. 'The inquiry cleared me and the suspension was revoked in nine months, but through that period, it was meditation and breathwork that kept me going,' says Kumar, a certified mindfulness teacher and author of four books. Having worked in a high-stress environment he understands the pressure that modern-day living entails. Therefore, he is always ready with practical meditation techniques. 'One of the easiest and very effective meditation technique is 4-7-8: inhale for four seconds, hold the breath for seven, and exhale for eight. Repeat several times,' says this Delhi University graduate. We ask him for some practical tips, 'Try the 4-7-8 technique: inhale for four seconds, hold for seven, and exhale for eight. And repeat," says Kumar. "You know, one of the most common ailments, today, is anxiety. Anxiety is fear plus worry. Identify the cause, breathe deeply, meditate. If you need support, we're here — online or in person,' says Kumar with the poise of a yogi. Quickly then:Name a book that changed your life. There are many. However, M Scott Peck's The Road Less Travelled set me on a spiritual path. And then I read Deepak Chopra. I also read up a lot on cosmology and quantum physics even when I was a botany student. What is your go-to activity for relaxation?Meditation. What is that one habit that keeps you grounded?Meeting a lot of people and learning from their experiences. Bureaucracy or breathwork — what is harder to master? Definitely bureaucracy, it is very complex. What is a life mantra you want to share? Follow your passion no matter your age. Disclaimer: If you are feeling suicidal or have suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘9-1-1: Nashville' Casts ‘Grey's Anatomy' Alum Jessica Capshaw
Jessica Capshaw is the latest addition to the cast of '9-1-1: Nashville' at ABC, Variety has learned. Capshaw will star in the '9-1-1' spinoff alongside previously announced cast member Chris O'Donnell. The show was originally announced in February and will debut during the 2025-2026 broadcast season. Exact plot details for the series are being kept under wraps, aside from the fact it will focus on first responders in the titular Tennessee city. More from Variety Disney's Craig Erwich on Broadcast TV's Resurgence, Fates of 'Doctor Odyssey' and 'The Bachelor' - and Which Ratings Matter Most (EXCLUSIVE) 'Abbott Elementary' Star Janelle James on Finding Out Ava Was Fired: 'I Was Like, Do I Still Get Paid?' '9-1-1: Nashville' Casts Chris O'Donnell Reps for 20th Television and ABC declined to comment. The role brings Capshaw back to ABC, where she most famously starred as Dr. Arizona Robbins in the hit medical drama 'Grey's Anatomy.' She appeared on 'Grey's Anatomy' from Season 5-14 and then made a guest appearance in Season 20. Capshaw also previously starred in the ABC legal drama 'The Practice' for its final two seasons. Capshaw's other credits include the Hulu series 'Tell Me Lies' and the Netflix film 'Holidate.' She is repped by CAA and Gang Tyre. '9-1-1: Nashville' is the latest expansion of the '9-1-1' franchise. Fox previously aired the Texas-based '9-1-1: Lone Star' starring Rob Lowe, with that show wrapping up its run after five seasons in early February. '9-1-1' was created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Tim Minear and premiered on Fox in 2018 before moving to ABC for its seventh season in 2024. Season 8 of the series is currently airing. '9-1-1: Nashville' hails from writers Murphy, Minear, and Rashad Raisani, with all three executive producing. Chris O'Donnell, Falchuk and '9-1-1' star Angela Bassett also executive produce. 20th Television, where Murphy is under an overall deal, is the studio. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
ABC Renews 9-1-1, The Rookie and 3 Others; Doctor Odyssey Fate TBD
ABC on Thursday revealed the fates of all but one of its scripted series. The network has renewed 9-1-1 (Season 9), Grey's Anatomy (Season 22), The Rookie (Season 8), Shifting Gears (Season 2) and Will Trent (Season 4). More from TVLine American Dad! Moving Back to Fox, Renewed for 4 Seasons Along With Simpsons, Bob's Burgers, Family Guy Did You Suspect The Rookie's April Fool's Day Episode Was One Big Prank? Grey's Anatomy Taps grown-ish Vet for a Possible Series-Regular Role They all will join previously renewed fan-favorites Abbott Elementary (Season 5) and High Potential (Season 2), and the forthcoming 9-1-1: Nashville (starring Chris O'Donnell), on ABC's 2025-26 primetime schedule. That leaves just one bubble show: Doctor Odyssey. The Joshua Jackson drama has been averaging 4.9 million weekly viewers, demonstrating just 77% retention out of 9-1-1 — only slightly better than what Grey's did in the 9 pm time slot last season. Sources tell TVLine that ABC remains engaged in creative conversations about a potential Season 2, and its fate will be decided at a later time. Out of the six dramas that ABC has aired this TV season, Will Trent ranks No. 2 in audience, trailing only the aforementioned freshman hit High Potential, averaging a hair over 7 million weekly viewers (with Live+7 playback). 9-1-1 ranks third, The Rookie is fourth and Grey's ranks last (behind Doctor Odyssey). Shifting Gears, meanwhile, is ABC's most-watched comedy (of three) thus far this TV season, and ranks No. 3 amongst all broadcast sitcoms, trailing only CBS' Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage and Ghosts. TVLine's handy Renewal Scorecard has been updated with ABC's five pickups. Which shows are you most excited to see return to the lineup next season? 2025 Renewal/Cancellation Scorecard View List Best of TVLine Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Severance, Holey Moley, Poker Face, YOU, Primo, Transplant and 25+ Others
