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Los Angeles Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
First responders the hit of 30th annual Balboa Island Parade, USC mascot brings up the rear in surprise
With a light marine layer providing relief from the sun, the 30th annual Balboa Island parade Sunday drew an estimated 5,000 people, a crowd that parade co-chair Jack Callahan attributed in part to the theme, 'A Tribute to Our First Responders.' Firefighters, police, paramedics, harbor patrol personnel and lifeguards were the honorees, applauded with enthusiasm by parade-goers. 'This year's Balboa Island Parade was our most successful one yet,' said Callahan, who co-chaired the event with Gail Vasterling for the Balboa Island Improvement Assn.. 'For 30 fun-filled years the parade has been an important part of life on Balboa Island.' 'The parade honors not just our firefighters and all of the first responders, but everyone in the community,' said Newport Beach Fire Chief Jeff Boyles, the parade's grand marshal. He acknowledged fire station No. 4, which opened the same year as the first parade, as an important community landmark. 'We appreciate and thank the residents of Balboa Island and Newport Beach for 30 incredible years and we look forward to many more,' Boyles said. Newport Beach resident Tracy Davis with her granddaughter Eva, who loves seeing the Frenchies and pugs passing by in the parade, had a ringside seat on the bridge Sunday. There was a lot for them to see, considering there were 99 entries in the two-hour-long extravaganza, according to organizers. 'It's our absolute favorite parade,' Davis said as the parade was getting underway. 'I can't wait to honor our first responders.' The promised 'four-legged surprise guest' this year was none other than Traveler, the majestic white horse mascot for USC who was the grand finale.
Spectator
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Spectator
What is Prince Harry doing in China?
Whenever you read about the latest international escapade of Prince Harry's, it is hard not to think of the famous words said about the Scarlet Pimpernel, the evasive hero of Baroness Orczy's novel: 'They seek him here, they seek him there Those Frenchies seek him everywhere Is he in heaven or is he in hell? That damned elusive Pimpernel' Swap out 'Frenchies' for 'international news media', and 'Pimpernel' for 'Duke of Sussex' and you've got a pretty good insight into the constant fascination with the activities and actions of the king's youngest son. And it is surely no coincidence that, just when his father heads to Canada on a high-profile and diplomatically important visit, the not-so-damned elusive prince himself has popped up in China, of all places, in what is apparently his first ever visit to that country.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
5 low-maintenance dog breeds for busy professionals
While many people would love to have a pet dog, not many can do so, considering financial and time constraints. Having a pet dog comes with its own set of care, and it's a lifelong responsibility. But the good news is that some breeds are perfectly suited for low-fuss living. They're independent, easy to groom, and content with moderate exercise-- which makes them ideal pets for people with busy schedules. So, here we list some such low-maintenance dog breeds that fit well into a busy lifestyle without compromising on companionship: French Bulldogs are small and affectionate pet dog breeds with big personalities. They like lounging around for most of the day which makes them a great companion for apartment dwellers and busy professionals. These dogs have short coats, and so they need minimal grooming—an occasional brushing and a quick wipe of the facial folds is usually enough. They don't need long walks or excessive playtime, making them ideal for busy people who would like to have a pet dog. Frenchies are people-oriented but not clingy, so they're fine entertaining themselves while you're away at work. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Basset Hounds may look droopy and slow— but that's also what makes them look cute! These gentle, laid-back dogs are content with short walks and plenty of naps, and they are known for their calm temperament-- all of this makes them perfect companions for busy people. As for their grooming, their need is pretty basic as they have a short coat. But they need regular ear cleaning as they have long, floppy ears. They're affectionate without being overly needy, and this makes them great companions for those who have a hectic schedule and would still want to have a pet dog. Tiny but confident, Chihuahuas are one of the easiest dogs to manage in terms of size and space. They are small but are known to be full of personality. They don't need much exercise and grooming, and are known to form strong bonds with their owners-- which makes them a great pet dog choice for people with busy schedules. Surprisingly, Greyhounds are often called the 'couch potatoes' of the dog world and rightly so, as they love to relax and lounge around for a major part of their day. They have short coats that rarely shed and require minimal grooming. Greyhounds are gentle, quiet, and well-mannered, making them perfect for professionals looking for a calm, low-maintenance dog. Shih Tzus are cute, affectionate, small dogs for those living in apartments and have a busy schedule. These dogs are known for their long, flowing coats, but when kept in a 'puppy cut,' they're surprisingly easy to maintain. They don't require intense exercise— simple, short walks and some indoor playtime is enough to keep them happy. Also, while they love human company, they aren't overly demanding and this makes them an ideal choice for busy people. Viral video: Japanese man pays Rs 12 lakh for a perfect costume that makes him look and move around like a dog One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Daily Mirror
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mirror
'Please Keir Starmer, get Brexit done with'
Well, aren't these sunlit uplands an absolute f***ing delight. Overnight talks going "down to the wire", unreasonable demands from the Frenchies, talk of "betrayal" and a migrant deal, Nigel Farage trundling around muttering about fishing rights, the country's stony broke and we've got nowhere near any of the stuff we were promised. Nine years after the Brexit referendum in which every single person voted to END all of the above, the "easiest trade deal in history" is now also the longest and most annoying trade deal of our lifetimes, and probably responsible for 99% of voters wishing they'd never got out of bed. Behold, ye, the sunlit uplands of post-Brexit Britain, with 4% knocked permanently off GDP, which analysis has shown is equivalent to £145m a week. That's half a bus, for those who can bear to remember the giant red lie which travelled the country with Boris Johnson bestride it, thumbs up and trousers down, mooning every granny caught in his wilful political gridlock. We've got the gloomy blue passports, and the even-gloomier passport queues. We signed over fishing rights in 2020 because otherwise we'd never be able to chase the cod for Friday night dinner all the way to Norway. And we've waved a fond farewell and rather-less fond hello to migrants needed to make everything work properly, but now have to come from further afield and are therefore more likely to stay, more likely to have families, and are more noticeably FORRIN. It is of note, yet is so little noted, that every single person who touched Brexit has been done away with somehow. Dave, Theresa, Boris, are as dust on the wind. David Davis who famously turned up to Brexit negotiations without pen or paper blustered his way back to the backbenches, Lord David 'Don't Worry I've Got This' Frost is reduced to penning painfully-mad newspaper columns, and even poor Steve Bray the Stop Brexit Madman of Westminster had his amps confiscated, and was dragged to court for the heinous crime of playing the Muppets theme tune at Rishi Sunak's Prime Ministerial limo. He was found not guilty, and rightly so, for if Magna Carta meant anything it was to allow us to point out that Miss Piggy would have handled this with much more élan. No need to leave the Muppet bloc, no need to break Kermy's heart, poor old Fozzy Bear gets to keep his kazoo and the Snuffleupagus could carry on being something only Nigel could see. Ah, Nigel. The one who survived Brexit. Like an irradiated cockroach, he just got bigger and stronger. His third and current political party is stronger than the Greens or Plaid Cymru, but still dwarfed by the number of MPs Keir Starmer has ejected from Labour. In the EU, he barely did a lick of work while claiming plenty of expenses and airtime. Out of it, his days are pretty much the same, but he has at least saved himself the commute. He still knows nothing about fishing while wanging on about it whenever a camera is pointed in his face, still plays the Little Englander demanding his constitutional right to a lock-in at the golf club bar, still persuades people in that gravelly voice that he has a plan even when all the evidence shows his plans have historically been a f***ing s***show. Leave the EU! he said. We're poor and getting strangled with more bureaucracy than the Germans ever demanded. There'll be fewer migrants! he said. There's more, and it's called 'The Boris Wave' or will be until it is badged 'The Brexit Tsunami' by some racist academic the BBC insists on broadcasting the views of. Buy nappies! he said. And then the bottom fell out of that market too. If it weren't the most insensitive of jokes, I'd say Nigel's career has been one long plane crash and his sole admirable quality is the ability to somehow come out on top. If you flushed him, he'd float. Whatever he's made of, they should extract it to use in smartphones. Now Keir Starmer has "reset" the relationship with the EU for about the umpteenth time in a decade, and for some it'll never be good enough, and others it will always be surrender. Nothing has changed since 2016. Europe is no further away from our businesses, and no less important. Its defence and security, as Putin has admirably proved in Ukraine, is still our defence and security. We had lower migration, lower long-term demographic change, and - gasp - fewer imported terrorists when we were in the EU, with access to its fingerprinting and intelligence systems, and my word but we need them back. With the passage of time, events have proven that with Europe we are stronger, safer, and richer. We have more friends and more oomph. With a new trade deal, Starmer may have made his first bold move that most voters won't hate - that will bring economic growth, boost defence, and put money in pockets. But the real win, the true shining diamond we all dream of, is that one day someone will strike a deal which enables us to drop the subject entirely. No more talk of surrender or collaboration, not a single column more on fishing rights, nary a word about enemies of the people or a border that isn't a border but now has to be. What we really need is a Prime Minister who can say that Brexit is done with. Please, Keir Starmer, let it be you.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
French Bulldog Who's Convinced Newborn Is 'Her Baby' Is the Best Little Mama
If you have a dog and then decide to bring home a baby, don't be surprised when the pup decides that the baby is actually theirs now. It's almost certainly going to happen, and when it does, it's best if you just go with it! The latest "baby-napping" by a dog happened on Wednesday, May 14th. When they brought home a cute new baby, their French Bulldog actually decided that the baby was hers. She's not wrong: Sarah Morse is grateful to have Lilly there to watch her baby, of course. It takes a village, after all!Sarah just recently gave birth to her sweet baby girl, Ava. She's gotten to have lots of fun introducing her to everyone, but the best introduction of all was Lilly, her Frenchie sister. Lilly took a liking to her immediately! Lilly can't change diapers, feed the baby, or do anything else that requires thumbs, so she has no choice but to share custody of "her" baby with the people that made her. They do all of the slightly gross things so she can do all of the fun stuff! Even before she became a big sister/mom, she was enjoying mom's pregnancy, too. Specifically, her pregnancy pillow: French Bulldogs have their issues, especially where their health is concerned, but they're genuinely great dogs. They're a perfect medium sized breed, and they're very playful, though they also love to snuggle and nap. Plus, they don't shed nearly as much as other breeds! Frenchies are good with kids, too. They're patient dogs who generally don't mind being poked and prodded while kids are learning how to be gentle. It is important to teach them how to be gentle, but I just know Ava will grow up to be the gentlest girl in the world! She's also growing up with three parents. How awesome! 🐶🐾🐾
