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17-07-2025
- Sport
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Divya Deshmukh stuns 2nd-seed Zhu Jiner at FIDE World Cup: 'Once the game began, it didn't matter...'
Divya Deshmukh defeated Chinese second-seed Zhu Jiner, who had a 5-0 record against her before Wednesday's meeting, in 49 moves to have one foot in the FIDE Women's World Cup quarter-finals. read more Chinese Grandmaster Zhu Jiner and Indian International Master Divya Deshmukh in action during Round 4 of the FIDE Women's World Cup in Batumi, Georgia. Image credit: FIDE The FIDE Women's Chess World Cup resumed action on Wednesday after the players enjoyed a break in the 'Free Day' on Tuesday. And among the players standing out in Game 1 of the fourth round was India's Divya Deshmukh, who has one foot in the quarter-finals after her stunning victory over Chinese Grandmaster Zhu Jiner in Batumi, Georgia. The 19-year-old International Master had a 0-5 record against the Chinese second-seed, including three defeats in the Classical format. The poor record against Zhu become was something of a mental block for Deshmukh heading into the opening game of Round 4 on Wednesday, but she managed to overcome it by focusing on 'playing the pieces' and not the opponent. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Actually I expected it to be worse. It's good to know that it's just 5-1. I didn't have any specific preparations. Since I had a bad score, I guess there was some sort of a mental block. But, I just tried to think that I'm playing against the pieces, so it doesn't really matter who I'm against,' Deshmukh said in an interview with FIDE after her stunning victory over Zhu in 49 moves. 'Once the game began, it didn't matter who I was playing against. I think I also got a favourable opening and the position was quite comfortable,' she added. 🇮🇳 IM Divya Deshmukh wins Game 1 of Round 4 against 🇨🇳 GM Zhu Jiner.#FIDEWorldCup — International Chess Federation (@FIDE_chess) July 16, 2025 Deshmukh sets sights on 2-0 against Chinese second-seed Zhu The second Classical game of the fourth round takes place on Thursday with the tie-breaks set to take place on Friday in case two players finish level on scores. And Deshmukh has made it clear that she has a 2-0 on her mind against her opponent, ranked sixth on the latest FIDE Women's Classical ratings – 12 places above her. 'I guess it's a normal game. I don't think it's anything special, but of course I have to give my best and see how it goes. It will be pretty great if I can score 2-0 right?' Deshmukh added. Besides Deshmukh, Zhu's compatriots GM Lie Tingjie, Song Yuxin and Tan Zhongyi won their opening games while playing as white. Each of the remaining Indians in the tournament – GMs Koneru Humpy, Harika Dronavalli and R Vaishali – collected draws. FIDE Women's Chess World Cup 2025 Round 4 Indian player results (white first): STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD – IM Divya Deshmukh (India) 1-0 GM Zhu Jiner (China) – GM Alexandra Kosteniuk (Switzerland) 0.5-0.5 GM Koneru Humpy (India) – GM R Vaishali (India) 0.5-0.5 IM Meruert Kamalidenova (Kazakhstan) – GM Kateryna Lagno (FIDE) 0.5-0.5 GM Harika Dronavalli
Associated Press
04-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Bike Share Toronto and Tangerine Bring back Bike For Free Day
Hop on a Bike Share bike and explore the city for free on June 14 TORONTO, June 4, 2025 /CNW/ - On Saturday, June 14, 2025, Tangerine Bank and the Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) are offering an easy and affordable way to explore the city with the return of Bike For Free Day. Courtesy of Tangerine, riders can enjoy unlimited 90-minute rides on June 14. Free rides can be accessed through the Bike Share Toronto App by selecting the Free Day Pass option and following the prompts. The 24 hours will begin when the Free Day Pass is activated and applies to both classic and e-bikes. The initiative kicks off the summer bike season with a fun and free way for Torontonians to get around our vibrant city on two wheels and celebrates another year of partnership between Tangerine and Bike Share Toronto. 'Every year, more and more Torontonians are cycling, and trying Bike Share Toronto' said Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow. 'As a proud cyclist myself, I know that biking is an affordable, fast, and environmentally friendly way to get around the city – and a great form of exercise. To support cyclists and keep people safe, we are working on a win-win solution to fight traffic while protecting bike lanes, expanding our city's cycling network and upgrading our infrastructure. I encourage everyone to enjoy cycling on this Bike For Free Day as they explore everything Toronto has to offer!' 'Tangerine is excited to bring back Bike For Free Day again this year, and what a great way to ride into the summer season together!' says Natalie Jones, Chief Marketing Officer at Tangerine Bank. 'We continue to be proud to partner with Bike Share Toronto and we're committed to moving Toronto forward—in their travels around the city and with their money.' Bike Share Toronto has seen strong growth in recent years. In 2024, almost 7 million rides were taken on a Bike Share Toronto bike. The program saw a 144% increase in e-bike rides, annual memberships grew by 14%, and there were 165,000 users who tried Bike Share for the first time. 'Bike Share Toronto is now one of the fastest growing bike share programs in North America,' said TPA president Scott Collier. 'Together with our partner Tangerine Bank, we are helping to keep people moving with choice, ease and speed. We encourage everyone to take advantage of a free ride on June 14.' To participate in Bike for Free Day, download the BST app, select the Free Day Pass option by following the prompts, then visit your closest Bike Share Toronto station to start riding! About Tangerine Bank Tangerine is one of Canada's leading digital banks, empowering over two million clients to reach their goals and move their finances forward. Known for a simple-to-use digital and mobile experience, Tangerine offers everyday banking products without any complicated hoops to jump through. From saving and spending to investing and borrowing, Tangerine's products are designed to meet the unique needs of Canadians. Tangerine's commitment to putting clients first has earned the bank recognition as the #1 Bank in Canada by Forbes in 2025 and the most awarded midsize Bank by the J.D. Power Canada Retail Banking Satisfaction Study for 13 consecutive years as of 2024*. Tangerine Bank was launched as ING DIRECT Canada in 1997. In 2012, Tangerine was acquired by Scotiabank and operates independently as a wholly owned subsidiary. Tangerine is a registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia, used under license. For more information, visit or connect with us on social on Instagram, LinkedIn, or TikTok. *Tangerine has won more awards than any other brand among midsize banks in the J.D. Power Canada Retail Banking Satisfaction Studies from 2006-2024. Visit for more information. About Toronto Parking Authority Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) is North America's largest municipally-owned operator of commercial parking, owns and operates Canada's largest municipally-operated EV charging network, and manages Bike Share Toronto, North America's third largest bike share program. TPA's vision is to become the world's best provider of sustainable parking, bike share and last-mile mobility experiences for our customers, our partners, and our city. SOURCE Tangerine
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bike Share Toronto and Tangerine Bring back Bike For Free Day
Hop on a Bike Share bike and explore the city for free on June 14 TORONTO, June 4, 2025 /CNW/ - On Saturday, June 14, 2025, Tangerine Bank and the Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) are offering an easy and affordable way to explore the city with the return of Bike For Free Day. Courtesy of Tangerine, riders can enjoy unlimited 90-minute rides on June 14. Free rides can be accessed through the Bike Share Toronto App by selecting the Free Day Pass option and following the prompts. The 24 hours will begin when the Free Day Pass is activated and applies to both classic and e-bikes. The initiative kicks off the summer bike season with a fun and free way for Torontonians to get around our vibrant city on two wheels and celebrates another year of partnership between Tangerine and Bike Share Toronto. "Every year, more and more Torontonians are cycling, and trying Bike Share Toronto" said Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow. "As a proud cyclist myself, I know that biking is an affordable, fast, and environmentally friendly way to get around the city – and a great form of exercise. To support cyclists and keep people safe, we are working on a win-win solution to fight traffic while protecting bike lanes, expanding our city's cycling network and upgrading our infrastructure. I encourage everyone to enjoy cycling on this Bike For Free Day as they explore everything Toronto has to offer!" "Tangerine is excited to bring back Bike For Free Day again this year, and what a great way to ride into the summer season together!" says Natalie Jones, Chief Marketing Officer at Tangerine Bank. "We continue to be proud to partner with Bike Share Toronto and we're committed to moving Toronto forward—in their travels around the city and with their money." Bike Share Toronto has seen strong growth in recent years. In 2024, almost 7 million rides were taken on a Bike Share Toronto bike. The program saw a 144% increase in e-bike rides, annual memberships grew by 14%, and there were 165,000 users who tried Bike Share for the first time. "Bike Share Toronto is now one of the fastest growing bike share programs in North America," said TPA president Scott Collier. "Together with our partner Tangerine Bank, we are helping to keep people moving with choice, ease and speed. We encourage everyone to take advantage of a free ride on June 14." To participate in Bike for Free Day, download the BST app, select the Free Day Pass option by following the prompts, then visit your closest Bike Share Toronto station to start riding! About Tangerine BankTangerine is one of Canada's leading digital banks, empowering over two million clients to reach their goals and move their finances forward. Known for a simple-to-use digital and mobile experience, Tangerine offers everyday banking products without any complicated hoops to jump through. From saving and spending to investing and borrowing, Tangerine's products are designed to meet the unique needs of Canadians. Tangerine's commitment to putting clients first has earned the bank recognition as the #1 Bank in Canada by Forbes in 2025 and the most awarded midsize Bank by the J.D. Power Canada Retail Banking Satisfaction Study for 13 consecutive years as of 2024*. Tangerine Bank was launched as ING DIRECT Canada in 1997. In 2012, Tangerine was acquired by Scotiabank and operates independently as a wholly owned subsidiary. Tangerine is a registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia, used under license. For more information, visit or connect with us on social on Instagram, LinkedIn, or TikTok. *Tangerine has won more awards than any other brand among midsize banks in the J.D. Power Canada Retail Banking Satisfaction Studies from 2006-2024. Visit for more information. About Toronto Parking AuthorityToronto Parking Authority (TPA) is North America's largest municipally-owned operator of commercial parking, owns and operates Canada's largest municipally-operated EV charging network, and manages Bike Share Toronto, North America's third largest bike share program. TPA's vision is to become the world's best provider of sustainable parking, bike share and last-mile mobility experiences for our customers, our partners, and our city. SOURCE Tangerine View original content to download multimedia: 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
13-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Little Free Library Announces 2025 Todd H. Bol Awards for Outstanding Achievement
From brothers in New York to an antiracist steward in Alabama, winners of the seventh-annual awards share an abundance of book joy ST. PAUL, Minn., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Little Free Library® (LFL) nonprofit organization is proud to announce the recipients of the seventh annual Todd H. Bol Awards for Outstanding Achievement honoring six exceptional individuals and organizations that exemplify LFL's mission to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access for all. This announcement coincides with Little Free Library Week, a global celebration taking place May 11–17. Since its founding, Little Free Library has inspired thousands of volunteers around the world to become stewards—dedicated caretakers of book-sharing boxes who champion literacy and connection in their communities. "Volunteer stewards are the heartbeat of the Little Free Library network," said LFL Executive Director Greig Metzger. "They are literacy champions, community builders and beacons of generosity who transform simple book-sharing boxes into powerful symbols of hope and connection. The Todd H. Bol Award for Outstanding Achievement honors those whose extraordinary efforts uplift neighborhoods and ignite a lifelong love of reading." The winners are: Irene Barton and Cobb Collaborative of Smyrna, Georgia, who partnered with community organizations, faith communities, schools, municipalities, scouts and neighborhoods to install more than 70 Little Free Library book-sharing boxes across Cobb County, Georgia. "We transfer stewardship to a hyper-local representative when we can," said Barton, "but are so pleased to serve as stewards for these libraries. Our community partners know that they can always call upon us if needed to help with a repair, replenish books or answer questions." Kristen Berthiaume of Homewood, Alabama, who launched the Antiracist Little Free Library to raise racial-violence awareness after the murder of George Floyd. Although Berthiaume is often asked if she receives negative feedback from fellow Alabama residents, the response has been largely positive. "We believe strongly in the power of education and self-reflection to help us develop empathy, grow in understanding of ourselves and the world around us, and provide a pathway towards a more racially just future," Berthiaume said. Katie Frazier of Warwick, Rhode Island, a former Roger Williams Park Zoo employee who established a Little Free Library as part of the zoo's nature playscape. The zoo is in a low-income area, considered a book desert, so it offers monthly free-admission days for city residents. "I've noticed a record number of books taken on the Free Day, in comparison to any other day of the month," Frazier said. A Little Free Library steward and connoisseur, she has visited more than 3,750 libraries in 48 U.S. states and has shared more than 4,200 books. Ethan and Jackson Levenstien of Dix Hills, New York, brothers who started the "Little Lev Library" to address the lack of book access for children from financially struggling families in their community. Ethan (13) and Jackson (11) coordinated a book drive that collected more than 2,000 books and won a $500 grant to start the Little Lev Library. "Its name holds a special meaning to us," said Ethan. "'Lev,' in addition to being short for our last name, means 'heart' in Hebrew, and it fills our hearts when we read and share with others…. We love books and believe reading should be for everyone." Reyna Macias of East Los Angeles, California, who launched Casita Tiahui Library with her family during the pandemic to foster community in a time of profound isolation. The library, adorned with hand-painted designs inspired by Mexican tiles and inscribed with bilingual quotes, has become a powerful symbol of connection in East Los Angeles. "I've seen children rush over after school, grandparents bring their grandchildren during quiet afternoon walks, and neighbors—both familiar and new—stopping to chat when I'm outside," Macias said. "Casita Tiahui doesn't just offer books—it offers a sense of belonging." Madison Reading Project of Madison, Wisconsin, an organization that offers free books and literacy resources that ignite a love for reading and reflect the diversity of young readers. The Madison Reading Project works with partner organizations to help install, stock, and steward a network of Little Free Libraries and credits their volunteers with keeping the program running. The org recently installed a Little Free Library of their own at their book center. "It has been such a joy to watch community members spot it from across the parking lot and change their course to select a book." The Todd H. Bol Awards for Outstanding Achievement—part of the Little Free Library Week celebration—are named for LFL's founder, Todd Bol, who created the first Little Free Library book-sharing box in 2009 in Hudson, Wisconsin, and passed away unexpectedly in 2018. This is the seventh year the awards have been presented, and LFL will continue to honor Bol's memory for years to come. Before his passing, Bol said: "I really believe in a Little Free Library on every block and a book in every hand. I believe people can fix their neighborhoods, fix their communities, develop systems of sharing, learn from each other, and see that they have a better place on this planet to live." Read more about this year's Todd H. Bol Award winners and see their photos: Learn about Little Free Library Week, May 11-17: ABOUT LITTLE FREE LIBRARYLittle Free Library® (LFL) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that builds community, inspires readers and expands book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little Free Library book-sharing boxes. There are more than 200,000 registered Little Free Libraries worldwide in all 50 states, in 128 countries and on all 7 continents. Through them, over 400 million books have been shared since 2009. LFL received the 2020 World Literacy Award as well as honors from the Library of Congress, National Book Foundation and others. The organization grants Little Free Libraries full of books to underserved areas through its Impact Library and Indigenous Library programs and champions diverse books through its Read in Color initiative. 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