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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers week of June 2-6: Steffy and Luna face off
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Luna (Lisa Yamada) thinks Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) is the source of all her problems and she's going to make sure she's never in her way again. Here are The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for June 2-6. More Soaps News The Young and the Restless spoilers week of June 2-6General Hospital spoilers week of June 2-6Days of Our Lives spoilers week of June 2-6Beyond the Gates spoilers week of June 2-6The Bold and the Beautiful preview week of June 2-6 Here are The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for the week of June 2: Monday, June 2:"Deacon is blindsided by the truth about Sheila and Luna. Tensions erupt as Luna and Steffy go head-to-head." Tuesday, June 3:"Finn may have promised Steffy that Luna was gone for good, but his heart isn't so sure. Luna layes down the blame, and Steffy's the target for everything she's lost with Finn." Wednesday, June 4:"Luna sets a vengeful plan in motion to bring Steffy down. Ridge's unexpected arrival halts a kiss between Electra and Will and sparks a tense discussion about Luna." Thursday, June 5:"Sheila's stunning revelation rocks Deacon's world. Luna's mission of revenge escalates, and Steffy's in the crosshairs." Friday, June 6:"Sheila opens up to Poppy about her concern for Steffy and Luna. Luna tries to work her magic on Bill, only to be hit with a curveball." You can see what happened last week with The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for the week of May 26 below, courtesy of Soap Opera News: Monday, May 26"Deuce is Daphne's ride to the airport. Carter makes a grand gesture to Hope. Finn makes a request of Liam." Tuesday, May 27"When Steffy champions Hope's happiness, Ridge and Brooke wonder why. Hope gives Carter an answer to his question. Finn and Liam share a rare, heartfelt moment." Wednesday, May 28"Sheila advises against it, but Luna sends a lustful text to Will anyway. Sparks fly and tempers flare when Luna confronts Electra, but Electra isn't backing down without a fight." Thursday, May 29"Will confides in Katie, who offers him solid advice. Sheila breaks up the fight between Electra and Luna. Ridge is hesitant when Brooke suggests that they throw Hope a party." Friday, May 30"Sheila wants Luna to leave and not make the same mistakes she did. Luna offers Sheila a proposition." The Bold and the Beautiful airs weekdays on CBS and the following day on Paramount Plus. Check your local listings to see when it comes on where you are.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Concerns rising for teen now missing for six days
A 17-year-old boy from Caerphilly has been missing for six days. Police are appealing for information to help them find Deacon, who was last seen in the Bedwas area of Caerphilly at around 11.50am on Friday, May 23. The teen is described as being 5ft8, of slim build, with dark brown hair. He is from Graig-Y-Rhacca, Caerphilly and was last seen wearing black Mercier jogging bottoms, black Nike trainers, a grey North Face jumper and a grey jacket. He is believed to have links to the Haverfordwest, Fishguard and Tenby areas. Stay informed on Caerphilly news by signing up to our newsletter here READ MORE: Horrific 40C plus temperatures forecast by Met Office for Spain and Portugal with 25C at night READ MORE: M4 closure live updates as emergency incident sees third day of traffic misery Anyone with information on Deacon's whereabouts is asked to contact Gwent Police, quoting log reference 2500164344. You can call Gwent Police via 101, or message their Facebook or X social media channels. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Deacon is also urged to get in touch with officers to confirm that he is safe and well. Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here. We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice
Mail & Guardian
27-05-2025
- Health
- Mail & Guardian
Dragonflies: Ancient insects helping to save modern ecosystems
Dragonflies, known for their striking aerial acrobatics and near 360-degree vision, are one of the oldest groups of winged insects on Earth. Long before there were dinosaurs, there were dragonflies. That's one of the things about the ephemeral insects, with their long, slender bodies and gossamer-thin wings, that fascinates entomologist Dragonflies, known for their striking aerial acrobatics and near 360-degree vision, are one of the 'The dragonfly group is ancient, and based on fossil records, their origin dates back around 300 million years ago,' said Deacon, a postdoctoral research fellow at 'The staggering age of the first dragonflies provide us with a look into how life was in the distant past. Contemporary dragonflies retain most body features of Dragonflies, a blanket term for both 'true dragonflies' and 'damselflies', are a relatively small group of insects, consisting of about 6 400 species worldwide. For Deacon, what makes these expert fliers interesting is that they are valuable insects for assessing water and land quality. 'Groups of dragonfly species in a defined habitat can tell us a lot about deteriorating environmental conditions and the requirements to restore degraded areas.' To ensure the long-term survival of dragonflies and other creatures that share their habitats, they must be included more widely in biodiversity conservation efforts and policies. This is the key recommendation from a group of dragonfly experts from 17 countries, including South Africa, Mexico, Australia and the United States. Their recent Insect Conservation and Diversity , proposes a five-point action plan to promote dragonflies in freshwater and riverbank conservation. These are expanding and enhancing dragonfly assessment and monitoring; including dragonflies in standard The scientists said global dragonfly conservation hinges on these five actions implemented across different regions and landscapes. Deacon noted that although dragonflies are sensitive to changes in their habitats, at the same time, they can recover remarkably well when environmental pressure is lifted. 'This means that we can investigate them to learn how we can improve conditions for them, and the other creatures they share their habitats with.' Dragonflies inspire curiosity and appreciation, he said. 'Being surrounded by dragonflies, it is striking to notice their charisma — most dragonflies appear to be attuned to the presence of people in their environments, some would even approach visitors, sometimes seemingly posing for just long enough to show off their beauty.' About Overarching these threats, which often interact, is According to the review, dragonflies could also help measure the success of conservation efforts. Some examples include the global reduction of human exploitation of wetlands through sustainable land-use practices, beaver reintroduction programmes in Europe, habitat restoration programmes including management of highly invasive alien species, sustainable drainage systems development in cities to enhance resilience to extreme weather and water-related events — creating new dragonfly habitats — and clean energy projects. South Africa is home to 65 damselfly species and 96 dragonfly species. Population sizes vary from one location to the next, and according to environmental conditions, Deacon said. 'For example, during wet years, dragonfly population sizes may be inflated, while during dry years, dragonfly populations decline. The dragonfly species with specific habitat requirements are most at risk, while those with broader habitat preferences are more resilient, even benefitting from artificial habitats in urban and agricultural areas.' In South Africa, Dragonfly survival depends on both land and water. 'They breed in water, and this is where the eggs and larvae are found. But the surrounding land is where the adults are found, and where they mature, hunt, pursue mates, and seek suitable habitat to breed.' About a third of the species found in South Africa are endemic. 'While the northeastern region of South Africa is home to the widest variety of species, most endemic species are found in the Western Cape,' Deacon said. In their review, the scientists said it is essential to continue and expand the assessment and monitoring of dragonfly population sizes, distributions and the groups of species that live in specific areas. This information feeds into international conservation prioritisation frameworks and initiatives for understanding conservation risks and declines relative to human pressures and ongoing climate change. 'Monitoring and evaluation during the early stages of conservation programmes are critical to ensure that dragonfly populations, habitats and ecosystems are effectively assessed over time. This approach also helps to quantify threats and measure the level of conservation success. Information gathered through assessment and monitoring must be translated into practical conservation efforts and policy decisions. By including dragonflies in broader conservation initiatives, conservation policies and management globally will become more effective. 'We need policies that focus on overall biodiversity protection, with dragonflies being an important component,' the authors said. The ability of dragonflies to survive under different environmental conditions depends on the traits or characteristics of individual species. 'For some species, these traits may help them adapt to or benefit from human activities, such as creation of ponds. Others, however, may lack these traits, making them vulnerable to local extinction. While databases on the traits of dragonflies are expanding, other unknown characteristics may also play a role in their ability to adapt to changing environments.' The researchers called for conservation efforts that link water and land, improve connectivity between habitats, and better maintain water and soil quality. This landscape approach is based on the idea that efforts to protect dragonflies will also benefit other organisms that share similar habitats and requirements. 'Updating regional species lists and developing field guides and digital applications help with species identification. These resources also have great potential to develop knowledge on how they live in ecosystems and interact with plants and animals they share these ecosystems with.' The scientists emphasised the value of citizen science in enhancing research on conservation and management requirements. 'Understanding the cultural role of dragonflies across various regions, will, in turn, spark interest in them, encourage a desire to protect them, and feed into policymaking.' Deacon noted that They
The Citizen
22-05-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Most provinces miss school payment deadline — Fedsas
The Federation of Governing Bodies of South African Schools (Fedsas) says government officials' poor management and political inaction harm education in SA. Only three of nine provinces paid schools on time by the May 15 deadline. These payments are legally mandated and help schools cover basic costs. According to a media statement by the Fedsas, only the Western Cape, Free State and Limpopo education departments paid before the deadline. ALSO READ: Association demands urgent action on sexual predators in schools According to the national norms and standards for school funding, schools should receive two payments annually, in May and November. 'South Africans should be very worried,' said Dr Jaco Deacon, the CEO of the Fedsas. 'Many schools struggle to cover basic needs like electricity, water, and learning materials.' Deacon said education departments like to celebrate the 87.3% matric pass rate, but fail to properly fund schools. 'This failure violates children's right to basic education. And where are the people supposed to check that the departments do their jobs? They're missing in action,' he said. The Fedsas also warned that no-fee schools, which do not charge school fees, suffer the most. These schools depend entirely on the two payments the government makes. 'Even when they do get paid, it's only about R1 754 per learner per year. That's R8.77 per child per school day,' said Deacon. Fee-paying schools are also under pressure. If parents don't pay fees, and the government doesn't cover fee exemptions, these schools face financial problems. The Fedsas wrote to the national and provincial education departments in March to remind them of their responsibilities. Still, most departments failed to pay on time. ALSO READ: Jeppe High donates sandwiches to schools Deacon calls on the new Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, to act fast. 'She must ensure children's rights are protected and hold those who failed to do their jobs accountable,' he said. 'This happens every year, and no one is ever punished. It's time for change. The Government of National Unity must take this seriously.' At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘S.W.A.T.': How The Police Drama Starring Shemar Moore Ended After 8 Seasons on CBS
S.W.A.T. No more last-minute reprieves for Hondo and his 20 Squad: the CBS police drama starring Shemar Moore wrapped for good on May 16. More from Deadline CBS Unveils Broadcast Finale Dates Including Series Conclusions For 'S.W.A.T,' 'FBI: Most Wanted' And 'FBI: International' 'S.W.A.T.' Cast Teases Series Finale: "Will Leave You Wanting So Much More" 'S.W.A.T' Star Shemar Moore Sends Up Signal Now That CBS Has Canceled Drama: "Netflix, We'd Love To Come Play" The two-hour finale was actually two separate episodes dubbed 'Ride or Die' and 'Return to Base' that dealt with car jackers and ex-pat Russian mercenaries who buried hidden explosives in L.A. But they still gave Moore's Sgt. Daniel 'Hondo' Harrelson one more chance to participate in an epic fist fight while the rest of the castmembers — Jay Harrelson (Deacon), David Lim (Tan), Anna Enger Ritch (Zoe), Niko Pepaj (Miguel) and Annie Ilonzeh (Devin) — engaged in a mammoth bullet exchange to save HQ. That's right; those mercenaries attempted to infiltrate the downtown L.A. S.W.A.T. building in an effort to steal back a Russkie baddo before he's used in a prisoner swap for kidnapped Americans. The good guys and gals prevailed but not without their headquarters sustaining major damage during the attack. But Deacon's not fazed! 'It's just a building,' he said to the others. 'It's the people inside who matter.' Can we get an aww? The episode ends with Deacon gifting his colleagues with some expensive Rolex watches — the perks of receiving a bonus from facilitating a mall contract. (Get it? Because S.W.A.T. officers are always living on 'borrowed time.') The team then responds to a robbery in progress after affectionately tapping the S.W.A.T. symbol on their way out the door. During the past two years, S.W.A.T. lead studio Sony Pictures Television was able to propose financial terms that were appealing to CBS, sealing eleventh-hour pickups for the drama from Shawn Ryan and Aaron Rahsaan Thomas. This time, however, CBS did not engage in renewal talks, opting instead to end the long-running series to make may for new Paramount-owned shows like Sheriff Country. S.W.A.T. was the third high-profile drama cancelled this month by CBS, following the axing of FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International. All three came from outside studios, Sony TV and Universal Television. Earlier this month, CBS Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach acknowledged to reporters that 'it's not easy to end shows and we had a lot of options this year.' 'The schedule is really full and so we always have to look at all of our shows, look at the aggregate information, the creative of where they are in their life cycle, what the finances look like, what the ratings are, and then we make those tough decisions,' she continued. S.W.A.T. was the rare broadcast drama that filmed in Los Angeles. Following the cancellation, executive producer and former showrunner Shawn Ryan spoke of the series' crew that are now out of work. 'It's been an extraordinary privilege to work on S.W.A.T. for eight seasons and tell the stories of Hondo and 20-Squad,' he said. 'I thank our fans, Shemar Moore, the rest of our cast, our producers, Sony Pictures Television, CBS Studios and CBS for the opportunity. Most of all I want to thank our tireless, dedicated crew who made our writers, directors and cast always look good. My greatest concern right now is for them.' S.W.A.T. is based on the 1975 TV series and 2003 film of the same name. Executive producers are Ryan, Dettmann, Justin Lin, Neal H. Moritz, Marney Hochman, Pavun Shetty, Billy Gierhart, Moore and James Scura. Best of Deadline Sean 'Diddy' Combs Sex-Trafficking Trial Updates: Cassie Ventura's Testimony, $10M Hotel Settlement, Drugs, Violence, & The Feds 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out? Everything We Know About Ari Aster's 'Eddington' So Far
