Latest news with #Encounter
Borneo Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Tiang: Let art be the bridge that unites Sarawakians
Tiang (third right) with (from left) Ling, Ngu, Pastor Hii Mee Yieng and local community leaders in a photo-call featuring one of the artworks. SIBU (May 30): State Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang has called upon fellow Sarawakians to embrace the unifying power of art as a bridge between diverse communities and a catalyst for positive societal change. Speaking at the launch of the 'Encounter' art exhibition, co-organised by the Borneo Evangelical Mission (BEM) and Hosanna Christian Church, he praised local artists Clara Ling and Ngu Nei Cui for their joint curation, describing it 'a meaningful expression of a cultural and spiritual journey'. 'Art – whether it is music, dance, theatre, painting, literature, or film – is a universal language. 'It crosses borders, transcends politics, and goes beyond race, religion, and background. 'In a world that often emphasises differences, art reminds us of our shared humanity. It plays an incredibly important role in promoting cultural understanding and community unity,' said the Pelawan assemblyman. Adding on, Tiang noted that in Sarawak, where more than 30 ethnic groups coexisted with their own unique languages, customs and heritage, art could serve as a powerful force to bind people together. 'Art tells stories of who we are, where we come from, and where we hope to go. It allows us to experience life through the perspectives of others, and provides a safe space for dialogue and expression.' Tiang emphasised the government's ongoing support for the creative sector, citing major projects such as the Borneo Cultures Museum – completed in 2022 and is Malaysia's largest museum and the second-largest in Southeast Asia – and the upcoming Sarawak Performing Arts Centre, expected for completion by 2027. However, he stressed that promoting art was not solely the government's responsibility, saying: 'It is a shared mission for everyone living in this beautiful and diverse land.' Tiang expressed hope that art exhibitions like 'Encounter' would inspire people to 'live with integrity and compassion, moved by divine revelation and the pursuit of justice'. 'Let this be the beginning of something impactful, that through art inspired by faith, we cultivate good citizens who uphold righteousness and live to glorify God,' he said. ART Michael Tiang Sibu unity
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
IGO pulls out of WA copper mining JV with Encounter Resources
Encounter Resources has announced the full reacquisition of the Yeneena copper-cobalt project in Western Australia, following IGO's exit from their joint venture (JV) agreement. The Yeneena project, spanning more than 1,450km², is situated in the resource-rich Paterson Province and is known for its significant copper potential. Located near established mines, Yeneena is 60km south-west of the Telfer copper-gold mine and south of the Nifty copper mine. During the six-year partnership, IGO invested approximately A$15m in exploration activities including drilling and geological surveys. Encounter Resources will now utilise the extensive dataset to determine the next steps in exploring the project. Encounter Resources executive chairman Will Robinson said: 'The return of the Yeneena Copper Project comes at a time of strong demand for Tier 1 copper opportunities. With renewed control, we are evaluating the high-quality data generated under the farm-in, with plans to advance exploration at the high-grade BM1 copper zone and targets defined at BM5. 'While Yeneena presents compelling copper upside, our West Arunta Niobium Project remains a core strategic priority, reflecting the strength and balance of Encounter's project portfolio. We thank the IGO team for their collaborative and professional contribution over the past six years.' The company's immediate focus will be on the BM1 high-grade copper oxide discovery and the BM5 copper leakage anomaly. Encounter plans to reassess the BM1 copper oxide zone using updated geological models and explore the potential for resource definition of the high-grade oxide mineralisation. Furthermore, Encounter will conduct follow-up drilling at BM5 to investigate the source of the copper-silver-palladium anomalism identified in previous aircore programmes. The insights from the accumulated data will shape future drilling campaigns and the overall exploration strategy at Yeneena. "IGO pulls out of WA copper mining JV with Encounter Resources" was originally created and published by Mining Technology, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
‘He's the right guy,' says Holland man who went to school with pope
HOLLAND, Mich. (WOOD) — The fields surrounding the Felt Mansion once stood the halls of St. Augustine Seminary High School. It would be these grounds where Pope Leo XIV would forge the building blocks that would take him to the Vatican. Former classmate Dan King remembers those same buildings. 'They were just raising good, intelligent, productive males for society,' he said. King attended the school as a high school freshman from Dalton, Illinois, in 1969, just blocks away from a young Robert Prevost. It was a challenging yet worthwhile experience for King. New pope attended Catholic high school in West Michigan 'Everything was scheduled and a lot of prayer, a lot of mass, every day education and you had to do physical work and all the rest of that kind of stuff. It was competitive grades,' King said. 'You had to really, you know, do your work. And it was tough. So, the people were not making it for that reason. Or they left because they said they didn't have the calling anymore, right? They didn't feel like they wanted to go to the seminary anymore.' His class of 50 students would graduate as a group of 10, something common for the school. While the work was competitive, King said it prepared him for life. It also prepared him in being part of the steering committee creating Corpus Christi Catholic School in Holland, where King serves as a Board of Education member. 'They were just raising good, intelligent, productive males for society,' he said. King remembers Prevost arriving at the school during his sophomore year. 'Down the hallway, I remember some guys, they were two other kids in my class. They came running down the hallway and they said, 'Dan, Dan, guess what?' And I said, 'What?' 'We just met somebody who's smarter than you.' And I'm like, 'Really?' And I went down to meet him. And I walked away from it saying, 'I think he's smarter than me,'' he said. Yearbook pages are filled with photos of King and Prevost. In one, the young teens gather around a table as part of the club that published the 'Encounter,' the seminary's yearbook. In another, the two stand in a group as part of the National Honor Society chapter. In another photo, Prevost is seen playing tennis. Pope's brother answers burning local question: Chicago White Sox or Cubs fan? King said Prevost was dedicated to the competitive academics of the seminary. 'I remember him being, he was very humble, very, very humble, very quiet. But he was really nice, and I think 'That guy's going to, he's going to go someplace,'' he said. King couldn't guess that one of those places would be as the head of the catholic church. He said his wife was anxiously waiting for the announcement, as white smoke billowed out of the Sistine Chapel, signifying that a pope had been elected. 'She's hoping it's going to be, she knows, she feels. 'I hope it's Bob, I hope it's Bob' And I'm thinking, well, that would be nice, and she says 'No, I feel it.'' Robert Prevost becomes first American pope of the Catholic Church: What to know There's still some shock as he remembers Thursday's announcement. 'It's just an amazing, amazing that I would know a pope. You know, that I would have even gone to school with a pope. You know, a normal guy, grows up a normal kid just doing normal kid stuff, and he's now in charge of what, 1.8 billion Catholics,' he said. Looking back at Prevost's volunteer work around Holland, Douglas and the lakeshore to the years of mission work in Peru, King said the new pope will guide the church through shifting waters. 'I think he's going to be a good guy for it. He's the right guy. I can tell. When I saw him walk out of the balcony, he was about to cry,' he said. King hopes telling his stories and experiences with Pope Leo will inspire the next generation of Catholics by showing the highs a person can reach from humble beginnings Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Straits Times
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Singer Stefanie Sun reacts to Chinese idol Xiao Zhan's post on her concert
Chinese idol Xiao Zhan wrote a post on social media after attending Stefanie Sun's concert in Shanghai. And the Singapore singer has reacted to her long-time fan. Sun recently started her first world tour in a decade, titled Aut Nihilo, with four concerts in Singapore on April 5, 6, 12 and 13. The 46-year-old performed in Shanghai on April 26 and 28. Xiao, a fan of Sun since before he entered the entertainment industry, shared four photos of the concert on Chinese social media platform Weibo late on April 26. 'I used to wonder what I would be when I was 25 years old, while listening to your song Youth Without Limits (2003), but I am getting further away from the age of 25,' the 33-year-old wrote. 'I have been working hard to become an adult who shines like you.' The singer-actor ended the post with lyrics from Sun's songs Encounter (2003), Best Days Of My Youth (2014) and The Pursuit Of Contentment (2017). Sun commented on his post late on April 27: 'You have already shone as an adult. Jiayou, Xiao Zhan.' 'Jiayou' is an expression of encouragement in Mandarin. He thanked her for the comment and wished her good night and sweet dreams. Xiao made his debut with Chinese boy band X Nine in 2016, and his popularity rocketed after starring in the Chinese period fantasy drama The Untamed (2019). He had defended Sun on social media in April 2021 after a young netizen called her an obscure singer and claimed few people in China had heard of her songs. Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ted Kotcheff death: Famed Weekend at Bernie's director dies aged 94
Canadian director Ted Kotcheff, best known for the 1989 cult classic Weekend at Bernie's, has died at the age of 94. The filmmaker's death was confirmed by his family to the Canadian outlet Globe and Mail. A cause of death is unknown. Born William Theodore Kotcheff in 1931 in Toronto, Ontario, he is also famed for having directed Sylvester Stallone in his first outing as Vietnam veteran John Rambo in 1982's action thriller First Blood. An English literature graduate from University College, University of Toronto, Kotcheff started his 60-year career in television. At 24, he joined the staff of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, where he would later become the network's youngest director during his two years there, working on several shows, including Encounter and On Camera. By 1958, he moved across the pond to pursue a life and career in the U.K. There, he worked as a director on ITV's anthology series Armchair Theatre before going on to work with the BBC. In between working at the BBC and directing shows on the West End, Kotcheff somehow managed to make his feature directorial debut with the 1962 British comedy Tiara Tahiti. The film starred James Mason as high-class smooth operator Brett Aimsley. It wasn't until two decades later that Kotcheff came out with First Blood, widely considered to be his breakout movie. While the film was a box office hit, having raked in $125 million worldwide at the time, Kotcheff turned down the offer to direct the film's first sequel, First Blood 2. 'They offered me the first sequel, and after I read the script I said, 'In the first film he doesn't kill anybody. In this film he kills 75 people,'' Kotcheff recalled in a 2016 interview with Filmmaker Magazine. 'It seemed to be celebrating the Vietnam War, which I thought was one of the stupidest wars in history.' He added: 'Fifty-five-thousand young Americans died and so many veterans committed suicide. I couldn't turn myself inside out like that and make that kind of picture. Of course, I could have been a rich man today — that sequel made $300 million.' Kotcheff instead went on to direct the late Gene Hackman in Uncommon Valor (1983), a war action about a retired Marine officer, who's holding out hope that his son, a prisoner of war, is still alive. Other well-known movies of his include 1974's The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz, starring Richard Dreyfuss; 1977's Fun With Dick and Jane, starring Jane Fonda and George Segal; and 1979's North Dallas Forty, starring Nick Nolte. He eventually returned to the world of TV in the 1990s. He served as an executive producer on the long-running police procedural Law & Order: SVU for more than a decade and even directed seven episodes across the first seven seasons. Kotcheff was preceded in death by his wife, actor Sylvia Kay, who died in January 2019 at the age of 82. She had previously starred in Kotcheff's 1971 psychological thriller Wake in Fright. Currently, a documentary about his life — The Apprenticeship of Ted Kotcheff — is in production with Antonio Saillant directing. It will be narrated by Dreyfuss.
