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CTV News
5 hours ago
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- CTV News
Group shepherds young falcons from urban environment to life in Alberta wild
Two peregrine falcons above the Pembina River near Entwistle, Alta., in an undated photo. A group of conservation specialists are helping young falcons born on Edmonton and area rooftops make the transition to living in the wild. Members of the Alberta Peregrine Falcon Recovery Advisory Group, made up of experts from government, conservation groups and stakeholders, shepherd the peregrines born high above the city and region to a spot high above the Pembina River west of Edmonton near Entwistle, where they acclimate to life away from urban areas. Peregrines are expert hunters who feast on other birds. With large eyes and bright yellow feet armed with needle-sharp talons, they fly to great heights before diving on unsuspecting prey, sometimes reaching speeds greater than 320 kilometres per hour. Their populations declined with the use of the pesticide DDT, which infiltrated the food chain and made their shells too weak to hatch. By the 1960s, the peregrine population had nearly disappeared from the continent. But in 1972, DDT was banned, and conservationists began bringing the birds back from the brink. They came off Alberta's endangered species list in 1999. In 1970, just three known breeding pairs existed in the province. Today, there are 50 to 60 breeding pairs across Alberta. Pembina RIver Overlooking the Pembina River near Entwistle, Alta., on Aug. 14, 2025. (Amanda Anderson/CTV News Edmonton) 'Remarkably, the bird has made a tremendous comeback in the last 30 years or so, and it is now considered not at risk,' Gordon Court, a provincial wildlife status biologist, told CTV News Edmonton on Thursday. 'Nationally, it's still on the books as a threatened species in Alberta.' An outbreak of bird flu three years ago killed off about 30 per cent of adult peregrine falcons, said Court, adding it will take about four more years for the population to catch up. In 2011, the team installed what's known as a hack site high above the Pembina. The site is low tech, Court says, describing it as a place where they can feed the young falcons and keep them away from civilization until they're ready to take to the skies. Peregrine falcons Wildlife status biologist Gordon Court with a hack site for young peregrine falcons above the Pembina River near Entwistle, Alta., on Aug. 14, 2025. (Amanda Anderson/CTV News Edmonton) When the falcons are old enough, the cage door is opened slightly, allowing them to come out, explore and take their first flight. Court says leaving the falcons alone is critical. 'We have signs here saying 'No trespassing;' this is very important that we don't disturb them before they take that first flight,' he said. 'The worst thing that can happen is they get frightened off the box and fly to the horizon, and we may never see them again, so it's very critical that they're not disturbed just as they're learning to fly.' Peregrine falcons A 'no trespassing' sign hangs on a hack site for young peregrine falcons above the Pembina River near Entwistle, Alta., on Aug. 14, 2025. (Amanda Anderson/CTV News Edmonton) Each year, the group collects all but one young bird from nests in Edmonton and nearby industrial sites and brings them away from buildings and traffic to the Pembina site, where it's safer and from where 12 falcons were recently released. 'We know that, the males especially, will return to areas where they learn to fly, and that tends to get them coming back here,' Court said. 'If this cliff is occupied, they'll go down the river and occupy a new one. We've been successful at repopulating the upper North Saskatchewan, the upper Red Deer, the Berland, the Nordegg, the Brazeau. There are peregrines back nesting within meters of where their ancestors nested in the 1960s and '50s.' Peregrine falcons Falconer Steve Schwartze at a lookout where he monitors young peregrine falcons above the Pembina River near Entwistle, Alta., on Aug. 14, 2025. (Amanda Anderson/CTV News Edmonton) Steve Schwartze leaves frozen quail for the falcons and monitors them every day from a nearby homeowner's lookout, where he uses a spotting scope to read bands identifying them to know which ones are coming and going. It's work the falconer and breeder with Falcon Ecosystem Solutions says is gratifying. 'Peregrines nested here last in 1964, and we had a pair show up 50 years later,' Schwartze told CTV News Edmonton. 'Because of our efforts here, we had a wild pair of peregrines that were nesting in the valley. We see a lot of our young come back as one-, two- or three-year-old birds. That's really rewarding' With files from The Associated Press
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Scottish Sun
Man, 50, killed in drive-by shooting outside petrol station as cops release CCTV in hunt for car ‘with false plates'
The vehicle being hunted has a distinct feature on its frontage FATAL SHOOTING Man, 50, killed in drive-by shooting outside petrol station as cops release CCTV in hunt for car 'with false plates' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAN has died after being injured in a late-night drive-by shooting close to a petrol station. Police rushed to the scene in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, shortly before 10pm last night after receiving reports of a man being seriously injured after being shot close to a BP petrol station. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up The victim - believed to be a 50-year-old man living in the local area - was quickly taken to hospital but tragically died there from his injuries. His family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers, police said. Cops have now opened a murder investigation and are hunting the car it believes was involved in the shooting. West Yorkshire Police released fresh CCTV images today of the vehicle, which is understood to have been stolen in a burglary in the nearby town of Castleford on August 3. The Toyota RAV4 is described by officers as being "bluey grey-coloured with a grey trim". Cops added that it was displaying a cloned numberplate (FV53 FXT) in the footage but warned it could now be driving with different plates. Setting it apart from other vehicles, the motor believed to be used in the shooting has distinctive bull lights on its roof, above the windshield. Detective Chief Inspector James Entwistle said: "A man has lost his life, and it is an absolute priority for us to understand the circumstances of what has taken place and identify anyone who has had any involvement in this incident. "We understand that the vehicle used in this offence was on false plates and was stolen in a burglary in Castleford on 3 August. "The vehicle is particularly distinctive because of the bull lights fitted to the vehicle." DCI Entwistle added: "We are interested in speaking to anyone who believes they have seen this RAV4 following this burglary, around the time of this offence and since. "The vehicle may now be displaying different plates. 'Motorists who were in the Doncaster Road area last night who have dashcams fitted are also asked to check whether they have captured any footage of this vehicle. "The driver was driving in the direction of Wakefield before they have turned around near the BP petrol station immediately prior to the shooting and then driven off in the direction they came from. 'We understand the shock and concern that an incident of this nature will cause, particularly given that a firearm has been involved. "We are dedicating significant resources to this investigation and our neighbourhood policing colleagues are supporting this with an increased presence in the area to provide reassurance to the community.' If you have seen this vehicle, witnessed the attack, or have any information which could help police, contact the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team via Live Chat or by calling 101, quoting Operation Ploughland. Information, including footage, can be provided through the Major Incident Public Portal here. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- The Irish Sun
Man, 50, killed in drive-by shooting outside petrol station as cops release CCTV in hunt for car ‘with false plates'
The vehicle being hunted has a distinct feature on its frontage FATAL SHOOTING Man, 50, killed in drive-by shooting outside petrol station as cops release CCTV in hunt for car 'with false plates' A MAN has died after being injured in a late-night drive-by shooting close to a petrol station. Police rushed to the scene in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, shortly before 10pm last night after receiving reports of a man being seriously injured after being shot close to a BP petrol station. The victim - believed to be a 50-year-old man living in the local area - was quickly taken to hospital but tragically died there from his injuries. His family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers, police said. Cops have now opened a murder investigation and are hunting the car it believes was involved in the shooting. West Yorkshire Police released fresh CCTV images today of the vehicle, which is understood to have been stolen in a burglary in the nearby town of Castleford on August 3. The Toyota RAV4 is described by officers as being "bluey grey-coloured with a grey trim". Cops added that it was displaying a cloned numberplate (FV53 FXT) in the footage but warned it could now be driving with different plates. Setting it apart from other vehicles, the motor believed to be used in the shooting has distinctive bull lights on its roof, above the windshield. Detective Chief Inspector James Entwistle said: "A man has lost his life, and it is an absolute priority for us to understand the circumstances of what has taken place and identify anyone who has had any involvement in this incident. "We understand that the vehicle used in this offence was on false plates and was stolen in a burglary in Castleford on 3 August. "The vehicle is particularly distinctive because of the bull lights fitted to the vehicle." DCI Entwistle added: "We are interested in speaking to anyone who believes they have seen this RAV4 following this burglary, around the time of this offence and since. "The vehicle may now be displaying different plates. 'Motorists who were in the Doncaster Road area last night who have dashcams fitted are also asked to check whether they have captured any footage of this vehicle. "The driver was driving in the direction of Wakefield before they have turned around near the BP petrol station immediately prior to the shooting and then driven off in the direction they came from. 'We understand the shock and concern that an incident of this nature will cause, particularly given that a firearm has been involved. "We are dedicating significant resources to this investigation and our neighbourhood policing colleagues are supporting this with an increased presence in the area to provide reassurance to the community.' If you have seen this vehicle, witnessed the attack, or have any information which could help police, contact the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team via Live Chat or by calling 101, quoting Operation Ploughland. Information, including footage, can be provided through the Major Incident Public Portal here. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
Bangkok Post
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Bangkok Post
A modern martial arts tale
When Karate Kid: Legends lands in cinemas on July 17, it won't be just another sequel -- it will mark a long-awaited cinematic reunion decades in the making. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle and produced by Karen Rosenfelt, the film unites martial arts icons Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio on screen for the first time while introducing rising star Ben Wang as the new face of the franchise. For Entwistle, pairing the legendary figures -- one from the 1984 original and the other from the 2010 reboot -- was far more than a novelty. It was a creative opportunity to tell a story that truly spans generations. He said they leaned into the tone and style of Jackie Chan's earlier films, drawing inspiration from the humour, physicality and warmth that defined Chan's global appeal. "But this time," noted Entwistle, "we weren't just making a throwback. We were telling a story about connection -- about how different cultures and legacies can collide and ultimately strengthen one another." Set in contemporary New York, Karate Kid: Legends follows Li Fong (Wang), a teenage kung fu prodigy from Beijing who is forced to rebuild his life in a foreign land. There, amid culture shock and conflict, he encounters two unlikely mentors: Han (Chan) and Daniel LaRusso (Macchio), who team up to guide him through a world he doesn't yet understand. "This was a film about rediscovery," Rosenfelt said. "It was about people finding out who they are -- as teachers, as students, as parents, as people. That's what really excited me about this story. It spoke to anyone who's ever had to start over." Although the film offers plenty of nods to Karate Kid lore, both filmmakers were adamant about pushing the franchise forward rather than relying on nostalgia. Rosenfelt pointed out that what made this instalment unique was the central dynamic: both Han and LaRusso training a Chinese boy who speaks Mandarin. "This wasn't a retread," she said. "It was a deeply modern film, and yet it carried forward the spirit of the originals." Entwistle said the team worked to build something that respected its roots -- the Miyagi teachings, LaRusso's journey -- while crafting a world that a new generation could call their own. "We built an emotional foundation first," he said. "If it's not about something, all the fighting doesn't matter." That emotional anchor came in the form of newcomer Ben Wang, whom the filmmakers discovered after an extensive global casting search. They needed someone fluent in Mandarin and English, capable of serious martial arts choreography -- and able to hold the screen beside two cinema legends. "Casting the heart of a movie is like finding a needle in a haystack," Rosenfelt said. "Ben walked in and just lit up the room. He had this natural charm, a spark of mischief and a surprising emotional range. He did most of his own stunts, too. Honestly, he felt like this generation's Marty McFly [ Back To The Future ] -- someone you just want to root for." Still, Entwistle insisted the film's success was a team effort, both in front of and behind the camera. "This was a story about mentorship, about community -- and that energy carried through on set," he said. "Jackie and Ralph had this incredible chemistry. There was instant respect, instant camaraderie. Watching them work together felt like witnessing history and possibility meet." True to Entwistle's vision, the film also avoided the overly stylised flourishes of modern action cinema. "I said from the beginning: no magic, no wirework tricks," he recalled. "Just kung fu and karate, performed with discipline and honesty. Every punch, every kick had to feel earned. That grounded-ness made the emotion hit harder." That sense of authenticity extended even to the film's climactic tournament sequence, where Li's fighting style evolves into a hybrid of kung fu and karate -- a symbolic merging of cultures and philosophies. "It was about identity," Entwistle said. "Li's fighting style became a metaphor for bridging past and present, East and West, tradition and adaptation. It wasn't just about winning -- it was about becoming who you are." Rosenfelt agreed that the idea of hybrid identity lay at the heart of the film's enduring power. "We all want a Han or a Miyagi in our lives," she said. "That mentor who believes in us and teaches us how to live -- not just how to fight. But what felt new here was the idea that you don't have to accept the identity the world gives you. You can discover who you are, and then forge it." That thematic depth extended to the supporting cast as well. "We were fortunate to find actors who brought real dimension to every role," Entwistle said. "There's a single mother giving everything for her son. A burned-out ex-boxer finding purpose again. And a teenage girl who helps Li feel seen in a world that wants to ignore him. Every character mattered." Still, the emotional centre of the film remained the unprecedented pairing of Chan and Macchio -- a cinematic crossover that fans long believed impossible. Rosenfelt said the dynamic between the two men was grounded in respect and generosity. "They had both played iconic roles in this franchise, but from different worlds," she said. "To bring them together -- not just to coexist, but to collaborate -- was a dream. They were both so open, so giving. There was no ego. Just mutual respect." Entwistle agreed, and emphasising how the collaboration felt symbolic of the film's broader message. "What I loved most was that neither of them wanted to outshine the other," he said. "It wasn't about whose version of the franchise was better. It was about passing the torch -- together." That concept of generational handoff informed every layer of the story. "We built the structure like a relay," Rosenfelt explained. "Each generation brings something valuable and then passes it on. Jackie brought the spiritual philosophy. Ralph brought the emotional weight. And Ben brought the future -- the idea that maybe you don't have to choose between one legacy or another. Maybe you can build your own." Entwistle believed the final product transcended genre. "Yes, it was a martial arts movie," he said. "But it was also a coming-of-age story. A family drama. A culture clash. A comedy. An immigrant story. And ultimately, it was about resilience -- about how you keep going when the odds feel impossible." As for how it might resonate with audiences, Rosenfelt expressed quiet optimism. "You didn't have to know who Daniel LaRusso was to love this story," she said. "But if you did, you'd feel the emotion in every callback. We walked a fine line, but we handled it with care. We protected the legacy." Behind the scenes, Entwistle said the tone was equally rewarding. "Jackie brought such joy," he said with a smile. "He'd sing to the crew between takes. He made everyone laugh. He gave advice to every department, not just the actors. That energy was contagious. When the people making the film are having fun, the audience can feel it." Ultimately, Karate Kid: Legends may be less about revisiting the past than building something new. Rosenfelt believed the film represented more than a revival -- it reflected where cinema and culture, were heading. "We didn't just want to revisit the past," she said. "We wanted to build something that honoured it -- and dared to evolve."
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL Trade News: Florida Panthers sign MacKenzie Entwistle to two-year, two-way contract
Photo: Todd Reicher The Florida Panthers have added organizational depth with the signing of forward MacKenzie Entwistle to a two-year, two-way agreement. The 25-year-old, who spent several seasons in the Chicago Blackhawks system, will attempt a return to form after a 2024-25 season that was shortened by injury. Entwistle offers NHL experience and a physical presence that can be an asset at the bottom of the Florida lineup. Florida Panthers sign MacKenzie Entwistle to boost forward depth and add physical edge to lineup MacKenzie Entwistle played 67 games with Chicago in 2023-24 with five goals, 11 points, 47 penalty minutes, and 138 hits. He was plagued by injuries for most of last season, limiting his efforts to seven regular-season contests with AHL's Charlotte Checkers, where he had one goal and two points. In limited play, Entwistle came back for the playoffs and registered two goals and 20 penalty minutes in eight post-season games, proving that he can perform under pressure. The Panthers have been busy adding depth to their forward corps after their deep 2024-25 playoff push. Entwistle's experience and versatility may be useful, particularly in a bottom-six position that requires energy and defensive dependability. Although he is likely to start the season in the AHL, Florida's coaching staff hasn't shut the door on potential NHL call-ups in case of injuries or roster shifts during the season. MacKenzie Entwistle aims for NHL return after injury challenges and time in the AHL A third-round draft pick of the Arizona Coyotes in 2017 (69th overall), Entwistle was traded to Chicago as part of the Marian Hossa trade. He fought his way into the Blackhawks' lineup across portions of four seasons, earning respect for his work ethic, penalty killing, and physicality. His finest NHL run occurred in 2023-24, as he emerged as a consistent checking-line forward. The move by Florida to sign a two-year, two-way contract is one of caution and possibility. The two-way deal gives the Panthers flexibility in terms of cap management and roster fluidity while providing Entwistle with an opportunity to prove himself at the NHL level. If he can remain healthy and keep his aggressive style of play going, he might prove to be a solid depth addition to the Florida forwards, who always seem to appreciate grit and energy. Entwistle's signing is as much a reflection of the Panthers' emphasis on creating a strong, durable roster that can handle the rigors of an extended NHL season as anything else. Although he will probably begin the season in the AHL, his skillset and physicality make him a prime candidate to return to the NHL again in the near future. Also Read: Henrik Lundqvist shows how to retire in style with epic waterfront BBQ For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
