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SBS Australia
3 days ago
- Sport
- SBS Australia
Rodeo showcasing young First Nations riders
Rodeo showcasing young First Nations riders Published 12 August 2025, 9:24 am Riders have travelled from across Australia to compete in this year's Mount Isa Indigenous Rodeo in outback Queensland. The annual event looks to provide opportunities to emerging First Nations riders, who are hoping to bring home a win.
Associated Press
01-08-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Intern Impact Day at Paramount: Through an Intern's Lens
Wednesday July 16th, 2025, might have been a regular workday for Paramount employees, but for the interns, it was the company's 7th annual Paramount Intern Impact Day – a day focused on participating in Paramount's tradition of giving back to the community and immersing Paramount summer interns into the company culture. The Paramount Social Impact team, in collaboration with the Paramount Emerging Talent team, supported 5 in-office, virtual and in-field volunteer events which interns could participate in. Across both coasts and virtually, there was something for everyone from sandwich races to gardening to mural paintings and supporting educational development through storytelling! Intern Impact Day recognizes the need to create impact. And thanks to the Social Impact and Emerging Talent teams at Paramount Global, it was a successful turnout. On the east coast, interns braved the New York heat and sun to serve Hudson River Park Friends, a non-profit dedicated to maintaining the park's beauty. The interns got to work on an outdoor revitalization project in the Habitat Garden, collectively removing 1.5 cubic yards of mug wort and bindweed to be processed into nutrient-rich soil for use throughout the park. Logan Tridel, Product Analyst Intern, said, 'I had such a great day. It was great to give back to the community, had a fun time helping the garden, learned a lot and worked hard!' But that wasn't all for New York as interns swarmed onto the 7th floor of Paramount HQ to compete in a sandwich race to combat hunger inequality in the city. Grassroots Grocery, a non-profit on a mission to improve how families access food in NYC, facilitated placing interns in teams to encourage a little friendly competition for a good cause. In just one hour, the race resulted in 2,200+ sun butter and jelly sandwiches made! The sandwiches were then picked up and delivered directly to community partners for distribution. Over in Los Angeles there were two equally meaningful events. With the help of Vibrant Emotional Health, a mental-health-focused organization for people from all walks of life, interns had the opportunity to say 'Thank You' to healthcare and frontline relief workers through Stars of Hope. The 30+ wooden stars were hand-painted with images and words of encouragement and support. Some interns really rolled up their creative sleeves and delivered special designs like Patrick the Star! A short distance away at LA Elementary, more interns also unearthed their creative side by beautifying the school's campus with fresh mural paintings. Volunteers painted one large 'under the sea' themed mural as well as touched up existing murals pieces where needed most. Kelsey McRae, Corporate Event Manager for LA Works, supported the facilitation of the event and added, 'most schools lack the funding to retrofit, upgrade, improve, or maintain the grounds of campuses. This is why the work that the Paramount volunteers completed is so important. The students were given the space to be creative, be supported and valued so they can grow into the best version of themselves.' Last but certainly not least, virtual interns were not left out of giving back! Story Pirates, a non-profit focused on providing educational resources to youth in need, led interns through a virtual reading session in recognition of the young authors involved in their literacy program. 30 stories were read, after which, Paramount interns wrote much needed letters of encouragement to the young authors. Overall, more than 100 interns participate in Intern Impact Day highlighting how much this is always a collective effort across the cohort. Paramount looks forward to continuing this tradition of providing interns with a front row seat to give back and create impact where needed. Visit 3BL Media to see more multimedia and stories from Paramount
BBC News
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Sheffield band Air Drawn Dagger make 'surreal' Glastonbury debut
A band from South Yorkshire are making their Glastonbury debut after releasing their first album earlier this band Air Drawn Dagger were given the opportunity to play at the music festival through its Emerging Talent competition, which is held every year to give artists from all genres the chance to play Drawn Dagger were among the eight finalists for the 2025 competition, which was won by Westside Cowboy who will play on the Woodsies Stage on Lewis Budden said playing live for Michael Eavis and Emily Eavis had been "surreal". "We got basically into the top eight out of 10,000 different acts, which was very surreal," he said."It meant we got to go down and play in Pilton for Michael Eavis and Emily Eavis, and a bunch of BBC DJs."So to end up with a slot and actually be here, it's fantastic. It feels brilliant."The band, which describes itself as an electro-emo, angst-pop collective, formed 10 years ago and features Maisie Manterfield on vocals, Lewis Budden on guitar and Ross Dore on band's Glastonbury set is at The Open Arms later today. 'A huge moment for us' Budden said while it was his first time playing the festival he had attended as a fan previously."It's my fourth time attending but I've not been for 10 years so it's been a while."It's just every bit as magical as I remember it. It just feels really surreal to be here. It's definitely a huge moment for us."He described the festival as "welcoming", and said he was especially looking forward to seeing The Prodigy, who are a big influence on the band."There are different kinds of creatives here, whether it is people doing Tarot readings or people that show up here and busk. "It's like everyone's kind of on the same playing field a little bit."There's so many different ways to do Glastonbury. You're can go to see bands on stages or you could spend the whole week here and not see any live bands."You could just do all the hippie stuff, so I feel like it's quite a welcoming atmosphere and everyone's getting stuck in and having their own time."It's a great alternative universe." Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North
The Irish Sun
02-06-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
First picture of woman, 24 who died after collapsing at Cork City Marathon as tribute pour for ‘positive role model'
TRIBUTES have been paid to a 24-year-old after who died after collapsing at the finish line of the Cork City Marathon. Ellen Cassidy Advertisement Ellen became ill at about 1pm yesterday after she had finished the half marathon in She was tended to at the scene by paramedics before being transferred to She was pronounced dead a short time later. Ellen was a champion swimmer who joined Dophin Swimming Club in Mayfield on the northside of Cork city when she was nine years old. Advertisement READ MORE IN NEWS In a post on The club stated 'Ellen swam through life with grace, strength and passion. "Your smile and your drive will never be forgotten. Our deepest condolences to all the Cassidy's family and friends.' Ellen was very much loved at the club not only for her talent in the water but for her kind and giving nature. Advertisement Most read in Irish News Latest Seven years ago when she represented Ireland in Luxembourg the club said that they 'couldn't be prouder' of her. They also described her as a 'positive role model' for all their young swimmers. 'DEEP SADNESS' Ellen had competed on behalf of her club, Munster and Ireland. She had represented Ireland at the European Youth Olympics and the European Junior Championships. Advertisement She had also been on a UCC Emerging Talent programme and represented Ireland at international schools level. Deputy Lord Mayor of Cork and He said 'She became unwell at the finish line on Patrick Street. "Immediate medical attention was provided to her. My heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones.' Advertisement 'DEEPEST CONDOLENCES' In a statement the marathon organisers said that they were deeply saddened to confirm that a participant in the marathon had passed away. 'The person was attended to immediately by the emergency services on the scene. Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased.' A number of road closures were in place to facilitate the running of the marathon. Ambulance crews were in situ at the marathon. Advertisement Volunteers from the Cork City Civil Defence and Cork West Cork Civil Defence were also on hand as were members of the Irish Red Cross. More than 11,000 runners took part the Full Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K events. 1 Tragic Ellen fell ill after the event yesterday Credit: Dolphin Swimming Club
BBC News
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Emerging Suffolk artist thrilled to play Glastonbury
A singer-songwriter says she is "still reeling" after learning her group has been chosen to play music duo Oakley Starr applied to perform through the venue's Emerging Talent competition for new Lauren Jennifer, from Suffolk, said they planned to debut their first single, being recorded next month, at the Worthy Farm festival this year."It still hasn't sunk in yet," said Ms Jennifer, who lives in Ipswich. The singer-songwriter, who works as an NHS carer, met singer Ziggy Phoenix online and they have been performing together, as well as music has gained in popularity over recent years - something Jennifer is very happy about. "It's amazing. My head is still reeling, because to me country music has always been one of the elite genres of music, in my opinion," she said. "It is incredible to see all these new fans coming along and finally appreciating it, even if they did come through the Beyoncé route."If they come through the Beyoncé route and they discover people like Patsy Kline, Lainey Wilson and Luke Combs then all good. I'm not going to complain."But if you say your favourite singer is Beyoncé, I might have an issue." The duo's name is a combination of Annie Oakley and Belle Starr, two outlaws from the days of the American Wild West. There are more than 100 stages and performance areas of differing sizes at Glastonbury, and the duo have yet to announce exactly stage which they will play. Listen to Lauren Jennifer's full interview with Wayne Bavin on BBC Radio Suffolk. Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
