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Daily Record
25-07-2025
- Daily Record
Five reasons why Scone Palace is a must-visit for history buffs of all ages
Scone Palace is a historic Scottish site, offering free kids' entry from 30 June to 15 August 2025 One of Scotland's most iconic and historic sites is inviting families to step into centuries of royal tradition and political intrigue with a special ' Kids Go Free' offer running throughout summer. Located near Perth, Scone Palace is steeped in Scottish history, known not only for its Gothic Revival architecture and beautiful gardens, but for its enduring role in the story of the nation. The ancestral home of the Earls of Mansfield, the palace remains a living monument to Scotland's royal past. And their Kids Go Free offer runs until August 15. At the heart of its legend is the Stone of Destiny. For centuries, this sacred coronation stone was housed at Scone, used in the crowning of Scottish monarchs. The site became a symbol of kingship, where rulers were not just enthroned but legitimised by the ancient traditions of the land. The hill upon which these coronations took place is Moot Hill, often referred to as the 'Hill of Belief'. It remains one of the most significant features of the estate. Visitors can stand atop the hill and pose with a replica of the Stone of Destiny, a rite of passage for future kings and queens in the making. Beyond its royal legacy, Scone also played a powerful political and religious role in medieval Scotland. In 1114, King Alexander I founded an Augustinian priory next to Moot Hill, which was elevated to abbey status in 1169. During this period, it became a centre of both pilgrimage and influence. Notably, in 1249, the young Alexander III was crowned at Scone, the first Scottish king to be anointed, not just enthroned. A papal bull in 1329 later granted David II the right to be anointed with sacred oil at his coronation, cementing the site's religious importance. In the turbulent years that followed, Scone remained central to Scottish power. James I, who became king while still a hostage in London, returned to Scotland in 1424 and held his first Act of Parliament at Scone, a decree banning football in favour of archery. His son, James II, later banned golf for the same reason, on pain of a four-pence fine. James IV, one of the last Scottish kings crowned at Scone, marked the shift of royal power to Edinburgh, with the construction of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. The Reformation brought destruction to Scone Abbey in 1559, when a mob from Dundee burned it down. Though John Knox intervened, the damage was done. The Ruthven family later rebuilt the abbey palace, but their ownership ended in 1600 following a controversial incident involving James VI. The estate was then granted to Sir David Murray of Gospetrie, whose descendants became the Earls of Mansfield. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The current palace was built by the 3rd Earl of Mansfield in 1803, transforming the medieval house into a striking Gothic Revival residence. Since then, Scone Palace has welcomed numerous royal guests, including Queen Victoria in 1842, Queen Elizabeth II, and the Emperor of Japan, showing that its legacy still lives on. Today, the Mansfield family still resides at Scone, preserving the estate and opening its doors to the public as a vital link to Scotland's past. As well as exploring its regal interiors and grand gardens, visitors walk the same paths once trodden by kings, queens, nobles and revolutionaries.
The Irish Sun
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘I lost myself' – Keith Earls hails fan reaction after feeling ‘tired and disconnected' amid post-retirement struggles
KEITH EARLS thanked fans for their support after revealing he had become "tired" and "burnt out" since retiring from rugby. The former New Zealand . Advertisement 2 Keith Earls retired from rugby after the 2023 World Cup Credit: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile 2 He revealed struggles since retiring Credit: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile Since then, the 37-year-old threw himself into post-rugby work with Eleven14 - a However, his commitment came at a cost, as he outlined in a lengthy Earls explained: "The last two years since I retired have taught me more than any course, book, or business coach ever could. "I built something I was proud of. A real business. Real customers. But somewhere along the way, I lost myself in it. Advertisement Read More on Keith Earls "I was always working. Always thinking about the next move. Saying yes to everything. "And even when things were going well… I felt tired. Disconnected. Like I was building something for everyone else while missing the moments that actually mattered to me. "It took hitting that wall mentally, emotionally to realise: The business isn't my identity just like "Not a badge. Not a burden. Not the full story of who I am. Advertisement Most read in Rugby Union "Now? I still build. I still care. But it's different. I've started choosing presence over pressure. Structure over chaos. Quiet over performance. "I don't need to chase a purpose anymore. Living well is the purpose. Ireland stars Conor Murray, Johnny Sexton and Peter O'Mahony make incredible gesture to Keith Earls ahead of 100th cap "If you're tired from building something that's burning you out you're not alone. You're not behind. You're just human. "I'm looking forward to building Eleven14 while staying true to my values." Advertisement His honest and open admission prompted supportive comments, both from general fans and former rugby colleagues. Jean-Marie Stander - wife of former Ireland international CJ Stander - said: "Think this is so relatable for many people". The outpouring of backing clearly blew Earls away, as he posted a follow-up message to say thanks. Advertisement He said: "Just wanted to say thanks for all the messages, shares and replies to my last post. "Honestly didn't expect that response, just felt like something I needed to say out loud. "Things are great. I feel more calm, more clear, more grounded than I've felt in a long time. "I've got a beautiful family and great friends. A business I care about on my terms now. Good people around me. I'm very lucky." Advertisement
Miami Herald
30-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
This popular Italian restaurant from New York is now open at Miami Worldcenter
The latest culinary addition to the downtown Miami Worldcenter is now open for your (pasta) pleasure. Founded in 1995 by Fabio Granato and Vittorio Assaf in New York City, Serafina Italian restaurant is now taking reservations at the sprawling 27-acre downtown development. The new restaurant joins other new concepts like Earls from Vancouver, which also recently opened a spot in Fort Lauderdale, and the famous Maple & Ash steakhouse and overall hot spot from Chicago. The second Serafina in South Florida — there's another location in Aventura — will be run by Benny Shabtai and his son David Shabtai, who grew with loving the New York version. 'The first Serafina opened the year I was born, a block away from my childhood home,' he said. 'It was where we'd gather for family meals. It's where I had my first date. As the restaurant expanded throughout New York, it was the obvious choice for my friends and I to grab drinks and share good times. It was the office lunch of choice at least two days a week, sometimes four.' 'It embodies a restaurant ambiance that I feel Miami has perhaps lacked in the midst of its rapid growth over the last few years — a true high-end yet comfortable neighborhood establishment,' he added. 'I believe the community will embrace it with open arms. ' Serafina, which will serve pasta and a variety of meat and seafood dishes, will seat 283 diners indoors and outdoors on a covered patio. There's also a striking bar and a private dining and event room available. The menu will be similar to what you'll find in Aventura, but there are a few Worldcenter-exclusive dishes, such as salmon and tuna crudo, arancini, steak tartar, prawn fettucine, short rib ravioli and steak frites with ribeye. One of the highlights of the new restaurant is the Marana Forni pizza oven, which means — yes! — pizza is also on the menu, including the only-in-Miami pizza a la vodka. The wine program features half-bottles, with 60 percent of the full bottles coming from Italy. Serafina Where: 652 NE First Ave., Miami Hours: 5-11 PM daily; lunch hours coming soon Reservations: OpenTable More information:
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Early voting off to a slow start in Tazewell County
tazewell, va. — Early voting for Virginia's dual primary election next month has been slow to date, according to election officials. In Tazewell County, only 49 people have voted early in person so far at the voter registration office in North Tazewell, according to Tazewell County Registrar Brian Earls. Of that number, 39 have voted in the Republican primary and only 10 have voted in the Democratic Primary. The dual election is Tuesday, June 17. 'We started on May 2,' Earls said of early voting. 'So we are well into it. I think we've had 49 voters in person. And we've had more than that by mail.' A Republican Primary is being held in Tazewell County because two candidates are seeking the Republican nomination for the Western District on the county Board of Supervisors. Those candidates are Curt W. Breeding and Michael L. 'Mike' Wade. The winner on June 17 will advance to the November ballot. So far no Democrats have announced their candidacy for the Western District seat. Andy Hrovatic, the incumbent Republican Western District supervisor, isn't seeking re-election. Earls said voters are reminded that the Western District race in the Republican Primary in Tazewell County involves only three precincts — Cedar Bluff, Paintlick and Baptist Valley. Voters who don't live in those precincts won't be able to cast a ballot in that race. More people have voted by mail in the Democratic primary, which is being held to select a Democratic nominee for several statewide races. Earls said 102 absentee ballots have been received by mail for the Democratic primary, along with 31 absentee ballots by mail for the Republican primary. Area residents still have time to cast an early ballot in the dual primary contest. Early voting for the June 17 contest continues through through Saturday, June 14. Voters must declare which primary election they will be casting a ballot in. You can't vote in both the Democratic and the Republican primary. Most of the contested races statewide on June 17 are in the Democratic primary. Six candidates are vying for the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor. They are Levar Marus Stoney, Babur B. Lateef, Aaron R. Rouse, Victor R. Salgado, Ghazala F. Hashmi and Alexander J. Bastani. Two Democrats also are vying for the attorney general nomination. They are Shannon Taylor and Jay C. Jones. On the Republican side, current Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears is the lone Republican candidate for governor. Incumbent Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin can't seek re-election. In Virginia, a candidate can only serve as governor for a single term. Former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger is the Democratic candidate for governor. Incumbent Republican Attorney General Jason Miyares is seeking re-election to the attorney general position. He will face the winner of the two-person Democratic race on June 17 in the November General Election. In neighboring West Virginia, early voting begins today in two unrelated municipal elections. Those elections are in the cities of Bluefield and Princeton. Both races are uncontested with the candidates running unopposed. In the city of Bluefield, three incumbents are running unopposed for re-election in Bluefield's June 3 contest. The incumbent candidates in Bluefield are Mayor Ron Martin in District 2, city board member Treyvon Simmons in District 1 and city board member Daniel Wells in District 3. Early voting is being held at city hall, which is located at 200 Rogers Street, from May 21 until May 31 including Saturday, May 24 and Saturday, May 31 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. On election day, which is June 3, the polling location will be the Herb Sims Center located at 1780 Stadium Drive. Polls will be open on Election Day from 6:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. Early voting also starts today in the city of Princeton. Residents of the city can cast a no-excuse early ballot beginning today and continuing through Saturday, May 31, according to earlier reports by Princeton City Clerk Kaitlyn Ellison. Early voting is being held at the Princeton Municipal Building, which is located at 800 Bee Street, during the regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and on Saturday, May 24, and Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All four ward seats on the Princeton City Council are up for election. However, there is only one candidate running in each ward, making the June 3 election uncontested. The candidates are incumbent Ward IV council member Joe Allen; incumbent Vice Mayor James Hawkins, who serves as the Ward III council representative; and Ward I council member Jacqueline Rucker. Abigail Stafford McCune filed as a candidate for Ward II. Marshall Lytton, the incumbent Ward II council member, isn't seeking re-election. The remaining three at-large seats on the city council will be up for re-election in 2027. Those at-large seats are currently held by council members Dewey Russell and James Hill and current Princeton Mayor David Graham. Contact Charles Owens at cowens@
CBC
20-05-2025
- General
- CBC
'Mama Earlette': Canada goose's eggs hatch in Regina Earls restaurant's planter
An Earls restaurant in Regina's east end welcomed two egg-citing new guests over the long weekend. Last month, staff found a Canada goose had nestled up in a planter near the entrance of the restaurant and laid seven eggs. "It was kind of a like, what do I do?" said Sarah Groff, general manager of the Earls location. She immediately reached out to the Wildlife Rescue Society of Saskatchewan (WRSOS) to see what steps she should take — keeping in mind the laws around migratory birds. Earls staff decided to put a fence up around the mother and her seven eggs to protect them until they hatched. Over the last five weeks, the goose calmed down and got used to people coming in and out of the restaurant, Groff said. Groff even handed the mother twigs to help build her nest. Finally on Saturday, two of the seven babies cracked from their shells. Unfortunatey, the other five weren't viable. "She had jumped out of the nest, she got the [two] babies out of the nest, and then we started the walk to the water behind Houston Pizza." Once they all made it down to the water, Groff released the babies into the water, with their mother and father following closely behind. Groff said that releasing the baby geese was "absolutely surreal." "We really, really prioritized just making sure they got all together and they were immediately in the water and so happy," she said. Bonnie Dell, executive director for WRSOS, said the Earls staff's set-up could not have been any better for the "little goose family." "She put up the fence, she talked to her staff, she put an actual security camera facing the nest and put up a really good sign," she said. Moving a nest with eggs can have serious consequences, Dell said. "If she'd even tried to move the planter, it could have scared the mother enough that she might have taken off and just left the nest." Removing a goose could also result in a "very steep" fine, as these birds are protected under the Migratory Bird Convention Act (MBCA). "It is for every single bird except basically house sparrows and pigeons," Dell said. She said for birds protected under the MBCA, a nest can not be removed until the entire nesting process is finished and the babies have flown off. Any unwanted nests should be taken down as soon as the mother begins to build it, when nesting materials can easily be removed. Dell was not surprised to hear the goose chose to nest at the east-end restaurant. She said more birds — like geese — are choosing unlikely spots across the city to build their nests. "We had more reports this year of people that were quite happy to leave them in the spot they selected outside their business," Dell said. "It's a great spot to a goose. It's up off the ground, it's in the wide open. They're always watching for predators from above and on every side of them. So it's an open area." After a successful nesting season, Groff said she hopes to see the geese family again next spring. "We have Mama Earlette and we call the dad Earl," Groff said.
