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Hans India
an hour ago
- General
- Hans India
‘Volunteerism is important to keep city clean': US Consul General
Visakhapatnam: US Consul General in Hyderabad Jennifer Larson emphasised the importance of volunteerism to maintain the city clean and beautiful. She was speaking at a beach clean-up programme organised as part of the 'Community Day' observance by the American Corner at Andhra University at Rushikonda Beach on Saturday morning. The US Consul General participated in a beach clean-up activity, collected litter along with students and volunteers. She appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the volunteers, students, and local citizens, underlining the collaborative efforts that help yield positive results for environmental initiatives. Taking part in the cleanup drive, Andhra University Vice-Chancellor GP Rajasekhar noted that programmes like these contribute significantly to maintaining cleanliness at beaches. He praised the volunteers for their participation. Sharing his views, Registrar of Andhra University EN Dhanunjaya Rao called for making the beach plastic-free. He urged the implementation of special measures to reduce plastic usage and commended the volunteers for their efforts in maintaining the beach in an eco-friendly manner. Certificates of appreciation were presented to all the volunteers who took part in the Community Day initiative. Andhra University director of physical education N Vijay Mohan, NCC coordinator Prof NM Yugandhar, Public Diplomacy Officer Emilia Smith from the US Consulate General Hyderabad, American Spaces coordinator Melissa Nandula, and AU American Corner Coordinator Paul Douglas and others participated in the event.
New Indian Express
5 hours ago
- General
- New Indian Express
Community volunteerism crucial to keep cities clean: US Consul General
VISAKHAPATNAM: Jennifer Larson, US Consul General in Hyderabad, underscored the importance of community volunteerism in maintaining urban cleanliness during a Community Day event organised at Rushikonda Beach in Vizag on Saturday. The event was conducted by the American Corner at Andhra University. As part of the initiative, Consul General Larson joined students and volunteers in a beach clean-up drive, helping collect litter and waste along the shoreline. She appreciated the active participation of locals in the clean-up drive, and expressed satisfaction with the collaborative spirit displayed in support of environmental protection. Andhra University Vice-Chancellor GP Raja Sekhar, who also took part in the event, said such programmes play a valuable role in supporting beach maintenance, and fostering civic responsibility. He acknowledged the dedication of the volunteers involved in the clean-up. Registrar EN Dhanunjaya Rao called for steps to make the beach plastic-free. All volunteers were awarded certificates of appreciation. Several university and consulate representatives, including Director of Physical Education N Vijay Mohan, NSS Coordinator S Haranath, NCC Coordinator NM Yugandhar, US Consulate Public Diplomacy Officer Emilia Smith, American Spaces Coordinator Melissa Nandula, and AU American Corner Coordinator Paul Douglas were present.
The Hindu
a day ago
- General
- The Hindu
Importance of volunteer service emphasised to keep Vizag clean and beautiful
U.S. Consul General in Hyderabad, Jennifer Larson, emphasised the importance of volunteer service to keep the city clean and beautiful, on the occasion of Community Day, at Rushikonda Beach, here on Saturday. The American Corner at Andhra University organised the event. As part of the event, the Consul General participated in a beach clean-up drive along with students and volunteers. She appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the volunteers, students, and local citizens, expressing happiness over the collaborative efforts for such environmental initiatives. Speaking at the event, Andhra University (AU) Vice-Chancellor G.P. Rajasekhar noted that programmes like these contribute significantly to maintaining cleanliness at beaches. He praised the volunteers for their energetic and dedicated participation. Registrar E.N. Dhanumjaya Rao called for making the beach plastic-free. He urged the implementation of special measures to reduce plastic usage and commended the volunteers for their efforts to maintain the beach in an eco-friendly manner. AU Director of Physical Education N. Vijay Mohan, NSS coordinator S. Haranath, NCC coordinator N.M. Yugandhar, Public Diplomacy Officer Emilia Smith from the U.S. Consulate General in Hyderabad, American Spaces coordinator Melissa Nandula, and AU American Corner coordinator Paul Douglas and others participated in this event.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Derrick Henry Makes Exciting Announcement After First Season With Ravens
Derrick Henry Makes Exciting Announcement After First Season With Ravens originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Derrick Henry, one of the NFL's most powerful and respected running backs, is gearing up for his second season with the Baltimore Ravens, but his focus isn't just on football. He's turning his attention to giving back to the community that shaped him. Advertisement Henry's Two All Foundation is hosting a special Community Day event later this month in his hometown of Yulee, Florida. The event will take place at the Yulee Sports Complex, including the gymnasium and football fields. Henry shared the news on Instagram this week with a simple, enthusiastic message: 'June 21st!!! Please come out & have some fun!' Derrick Henry, InstagramDerrick Henry, Instagram The event is open to families and fans, supporting the mission of the Two All Foundation. The foundation's mission is, "Being a resource that impacts communities and equips young people to reach their full potential by instilling strong core values in their lives and providing support to communities in need and disadvantaged youth & their families.' Advertisement The foundation also emphasizes the importance of donations, which help fund education programs and enrichment projects across underserved communities. Their outreach has made a difference in Florida, Tennessee, Alabama and beyond. Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22).Troy Taormina-Imagn Images Henry, a Yulee native, still holds the national high school record for career rushing yards. He later became a star at Alabama, breaking Herschel Walker's single-season SEC rushing record. In 2015, he won the Heisman Trophy and helped Alabama win the national championship. Each December, his foundation also gives back through a holiday toy giveaway, distributing 500 toys to local children. Advertisement Henry was drafted in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans. He played eight seasons in Tennessee before signing with the Ravens in 2024. During his NFL career, he's been named Offensive Player of the Year, selected to the First-Team All-Pro, led the league in rushing touchdowns three times — including in 2024. With his latest community initiative, Henry is showing that his impact goes far beyond the football field. Related: Jason Kelce's Wife Kylie Kelce Shares Unseen Footage Amid Personal Decision Related: Julian Edelman Reacts to Former Patriot Star's Retirement Decision This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
San Francisco Chronicle
22-05-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Pato O'Ward looking to change his Indianapolis 500 thirst for victory by finding a cow to milk
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — IndyCar driver Pato O'Ward understands winners drink milk at the Indianapolis 500. He just doesn't want a small oversight to cause him any more race day consternation. So during Thursday's media day, O'Ward said he plans to participate in a superstition that he hopes will end the tough spills he's endured in his first five Indy 500 starts. Pole winner Robert Shwartzman recounted how after last weekend's qualifying, he took part in the rookie tradition of milking a cow — and the role it's believed to play in who quenches their thirst in victory lane. 'The woman, she came to me and said, 'The people who didn't milk the cow, they never won the Indy 500,' and they were like (did not finish). It's bad luck,' Shwartzman said. 'Whoever milks the cow. Alexander Rossi did it. He won the 500. You have to milk the cow.' Shwartzman described his personal experience with a 'very calm, cute' cow named Indy. O'Ward never got his chance to squeeze an udder because his rookie start came in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the race was run in August with no fans and the milking tradition was put on hold. Since then, he's finished sixth, fourth, second, 24th and second. Finally, after Shwartzman suggested O'Ward wait until next year to make it right, O'Ward said he wasn't content to have yet another race day spoiled. He wanted to milk a cow immediately. The Indiana Dairy Association was quick to offer help. 'We know some farmers who know some cows who can make that happen,' the group posted on X. Playing hooky The soon-to-be-sixth-grader wore a baseball cap, shorts and, of course, No. 23 socks to honor his dad, the 2014 Indy 500 winner. Spending race week in Indianapolis was only part of the treat for Ryden Hunter-Reay. He also got to miss his last week of school. 'I think it's better (here),' he said when asked about his absence from class. And who does he think will win Sunday's race? 'My dad,' he said. Feeling better Colton Herta canceled his local Community Day appearance Wednesday because he was under the weather. By Thursday, he was feeling well enough to show up for his media day interview. While Herta seems to be on the mend or Sunday's race, he would feel much better with a higher starting spot. He qualified 29th Saturday, just 4 1/2 hours after crashing on his first qualifying attempt. He'll start 27th because of the penalties assessed to two Team Penske cars. At least he's comfortable in the backup car his team scrambled to set up Saturday. 'It's just like being in the other car, they patched everything pretty perfectly, which for me has never happened before, so it was a surprise,' Herta said. 'It filled me with a lot of confidence, made it easier to get back to work.' Drive for five Helio Castroneves is the fourth and most recent member of Indy's four-time winners club. His quest to become the race's first five-time champion has been overshadowed by Kyle Larson's second attempt at running the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day, and by the Team Penske scandal. The longtime Penske driver who now drives for Meyer Shank Racing will start 22nd after moving up two spots on the starting grid because of the penalties assessed to his two ex-teammates. It's the third-lowest starting position of his 25 career Indy starts after he qualified 28th in 2020 and 27th in 2022. The 50-year-old Brazilian also is completing his own double this season by competing in the Daytona 500 and the Indy 500 in the same year. 'This place has been good to me, this place is amazing and I'm trying to get something special, to rewrite history,' Castroneves said. 'So we're going to have hard work to do, but I feel like we're going to be up front very soon.'
