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Sydney Morning Herald
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
Painting a political picture
Gregory Abbott of Macleay Island (Qld) announces that 'My research into a presidential colour of Big Orangey (in HEX colour code) shows that if you blend #ffff78 with #eb2700 the website match is ff9933 or #15933c, the latter listed by Taubmans under 'Adrenalin Rush'.' A question for the demographic, from Barry Lamb of Eastwood: 'Researching education through Australian history, I'm wondering if anyone living today experienced the humiliating use of the dunce's hat in their childhood classroom?' John Hudson of Bangalow has a DA tale (C8) that will surely bring back memories: 'Back in the day, when everyone brought beer cans to a party, I recall one soirée in particular. We arrived and everyone put their cans into the bathtub, which was duly covered with ice. At the end of the night, there were only 12 lonely DA cans left sitting in the bathtub. They were the dozen that my mate had knocked-off from his father's supply!' Disesteemed beers have their benefits in a social setting, reckons Richard Jary of Waitara: 'The old joke is that XXXX is so named because Queenslanders can't spell beer. And while it isn't my favourite drop, I did learn back in my 20s that if you took XXXX to parties, nobody would pinch one out of the esky.' 'In the 1960s, scout groups like ours (Denistone) had annual bottle drives, collecting empty long necks from local homes to raise funds,' writes Jeffrey Mellefont of Coogee. 'Handling all those stale-smelling, sticky, dead DAs and KBs put me off underage drinking 'til at least ... err ... 15?' Pauline McGinley of Drummoyne couldn't help but notice that the sculptor behind Bent Forms #1–#4, the giant teaspoons that have appeared at the MCA, is one Ricky Swallow. Regarding the blue suit (and no socks) saga (C8), Jack Dikian of Mosman says, 'years ago, the firm I was at hired a fashion consultant to help guide us on clothing, accessories, and personal style. He advised that blue suits symbolised honesty, trust, and professionalism. The irony, it was an insurance brokerage firm.' Iven Frangi of Rose Bay adds: 'A friend of mine who owns a real estate agency in Double Bay recently told me that a young member of his team secured a listing for a prestige property. When he asked the owner why she gave him the listing she said 'You were the only one who wore socks'.'
The Age
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
Painting a political picture
Gregory Abbott of Macleay Island (Qld) announces that 'My research into a presidential colour of Big Orangey (in HEX colour code) shows that if you blend #ffff78 with #eb2700 the website match is ff9933 or #15933c, the latter listed by Taubmans under 'Adrenalin Rush'.' A question for the demographic, from Barry Lamb of Eastwood: 'Researching education through Australian history, I'm wondering if anyone living today experienced the humiliating use of the dunce's hat in their childhood classroom?' John Hudson of Bangalow has a DA tale (C8) that will surely bring back memories: 'Back in the day, when everyone brought beer cans to a party, I recall one soirée in particular. We arrived and everyone put their cans into the bathtub, which was duly covered with ice. At the end of the night, there were only 12 lonely DA cans left sitting in the bathtub. They were the dozen that my mate had knocked-off from his father's supply!' Disesteemed beers have their benefits in a social setting, reckons Richard Jary of Waitara: 'The old joke is that XXXX is so named because Queenslanders can't spell beer. And while it isn't my favourite drop, I did learn back in my 20s that if you took XXXX to parties, nobody would pinch one out of the esky.' 'In the 1960s, scout groups like ours (Denistone) had annual bottle drives, collecting empty long necks from local homes to raise funds,' writes Jeffrey Mellefont of Coogee. 'Handling all those stale-smelling, sticky, dead DAs and KBs put me off underage drinking 'til at least ... err ... 15?' Pauline McGinley of Drummoyne couldn't help but notice that the sculptor behind Bent Forms #1–#4, the giant teaspoons that have appeared at the MCA, is one Ricky Swallow. Regarding the blue suit (and no socks) saga (C8), Jack Dikian of Mosman says, 'years ago, the firm I was at hired a fashion consultant to help guide us on clothing, accessories, and personal style. He advised that blue suits symbolised honesty, trust, and professionalism. The irony, it was an insurance brokerage firm.' Iven Frangi of Rose Bay adds: 'A friend of mine who owns a real estate agency in Double Bay recently told me that a young member of his team secured a listing for a prestige property. When he asked the owner why she gave him the listing she said 'You were the only one who wore socks'.'
Axios
30-07-2025
- Axios
10 ways to enjoy the outdoors in Ballantyne
Ballantyne is booming with new residents, businesses and developments. Why it matters: The neighborhood's green spaces and pop-up events offer low-key ways to get outside — for locals and visitors alike. Here are 10 free and inexpensive things to do outdoors in Ballantyne. 1. Climb to new heights at Big Rock Nature Preserve What to expect: Big Rock Nature Preserve, a 23-acre Mecklenburg County site, has under 0.5 miles of trail with plenty of shade. The main attraction is the big rocks, as the name suggests. There is no parking, as the preserve is designed to be accessed by pedestrians, a county spokesperson tells Axios. Open from sunrise to sunset. 2. Play pickleball What to expect: Two pickleball courts sit on the top level of the Hayes parking deck. They're free and open to the public 8am–7:30pm daily on a first-come, first-served basis. Pickleball paddles and balls are there for your use. What's next: Mecklenburg County plans to add new pickleball courts at Elon Park, which borders Ballantyne. 3. Explore the greenway What to expect: Ballantyne Greenway is about 2 miles and takes you along part of the Carolina Thread Trail, connecting you to restaurants at The Bowl, plus offices, hotels and apartments. It also connects to more than 20 miles of walking paths and bike lanes. Stop by: The trail has several access points, including from The Bowl at 15119 Bowl St. 4. Shop local at the farmers market What to expect: Every first Wednesday of the month from April through October, local vendors sell fresh produce, honey, eggs and baked goods 10am–1pm. 5. What to expect: The Fit Trail is about 0.75 miles round trip and has 20 free workout stations for exercises such as pullups, leg raises and hamstring stretching. Stop by: 13515 Ballantyne Corporate Pl. Open 7am–8pm daily. 6. Go rock climbing in the park What to expect: Stream Park is a 6-acre kids' paradise, with a rock-climbing wall, a covered pavilion and slides along rolling hills. It's one of several parks in the area. Stop by: Stream Park 14105 Stream Way, between The Bowl and The Ballantyne Hotel & Spa. 7. Sip and stroll around The Bowl at Ballantyne What to expect: This mixed-use district is a walkable town center with plenty of places to eat, drink and gather. Zoom in: We recommend starting your day at Fly Kid Fly, a coffee spot from the team behind HEX, then spend the afternoon at Postino WineCafe, followed by a summertime brew from Olde Mecklenburg Brewery's massive biergarten. 8. Catch a concert at The Amp What to expect: The Amp is a 5,000-person outdoor amphitheater with live shows, festivals, markets and fitness classes. Upcoming August shows include: Dave Koz and Friends Summer Horns 2025 on Aug. 7 at 7:30pm. Shot Thru the Heart — A tribute to Bon Jovi on Aug. 8 at 5:30pm. Cypress Hill & Atmosphere on Aug. 12 at 6pm. Ben Rector's "The Richest Man in the World" tour on Aug. 22 at 7pm. The "Good Intentions" tour featuring Toad the Wet Sprocket, KT Tunstall and Sixpence None the Richer on Aug. 23 at 7pm. Stop by: 11115 Upper Ave. 9. Go for a run or take a fitness class What to expect: Ballantyne Running Club meets every Thursday at 6:30pm in OMB's biergarten. There are 1.5-, 3- and 5-mile routes. Ballantyne also offers monthly fitness classes that are free for Ballantyne office customers through the goBallantyne app and $5 for community members. Outdoor fitness classes are at the Simmons Building (13840 Ballantyne Corporate Pl.). 10. Check out a festival at Ballantyne's Backyard What to expect: Ballantyne hosts several festivals throughout the year, including: Charlotte International Arts Festival runs the entire month of September with art, food, music and entertainment. The Latin American Festival starts at 12pm on Sept. 20. Tickets are $5. The Festival of India is free to attend on Sept. 21. Whiskey, Wine and Fire Fest on Oct. 25 will take place 5–9pm. Tickets start at $59. Stop by: Ballantyne's Backyard is at 11611 North Community House Road. What we're watching: Ballantyne will soon open a non-sanctioned 18-hole disc golf course along Lower Avenue, between North Community House Road and Ballantyne Commons Parkway. There will be plenty of street parking.
Buzz Feed
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
What Kind Of Breakfast Witch Are You? Pick Your Morning Potions To Reveal Your Hex Girl Identity!
🌙✨ BREAKFAST + HEX GIRLS = A SPELL YOU NEED TO CAST ✨🥞 Ever wondered which Hex Girl matches your magical morning energy? Are you the sultry, brooding Dusk, the commanding queen Thorn, the sparkly chaos of Luna, or the punk rock power of Crush? We've conjured the ultimate breakfast quiz to reveal your dark diva destiny — all you have to do is pick your morning potions (and maybe some cursed pancakes) 😈🧇 🖤💋 Take the quiz now: 'What Kind of Breakfast Witch Are You?' and find out who you truly are before the coffee cools... #HexGirls #WitchVibes #BuzzfeedQuiz #BreakfastMagic #GothBrunch #WhichHexGirlAreYou #WitchTok #AltGirlQuiz #SpookySeasonYearRound #PickYourPotion #VibeCheck #WitchAesthetic #DarkFemmeEnergy #CerealSorcery
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sikorsky proves out ‘rotor blown wing' drone
Through extensive flight tests earlier this year, Lockheed Martin's Sikorsky has proven the capability of a 'rotor blown wing' unmanned aircraft system that can fly like a helicopter or an airplane, the company announced Monday. The drone is a 115-pound, battery-powered twin prop-rotor aircraft that the company said can be scaled larger, 'requiring hybrid-electric propulsion.' The company designed the vertical take-off and landing aircraft to 'fly faster and farther than traditional helicopters,' Rich Benton, Sikorsky's vice president and general manager, said in a statement. The drone development took place over the course of a year with the company's rapid prototyping group – Sikorsky Innovations — moving through preliminary design, simulation and tethered and untethered flight. In January 2025, Sikorsky Innovations successfully completed more than 40 take-offs and landings with the 10.3-ft composite wingspan aircraft, according to the statement. Sikorsky said the aircraft also performed 30 transitions between helicopter and airplane modes, calling it the 'most complex maneuver demanded of the design.' The drone also reached a top cruise speed of 86 knots. 'Our rotor blown wing has demonstrated the control power and unique handling qualities necessary to transition repeatedly and predictably from a hover to high-speed wing-borne cruise flight, and back again,' Igor Cherepinsky, Sikorsky Innovations director, said. 'New control laws were required for this transition maneuver to work seamlessly and efficiently. The data indicates we can operate from pitching ships decks and unprepared ground when scaled to much larger sizes.' The company envisions future applications for the aircraft in search and rescue, firefighting monitoring, humanitarian response efforts and pipeline surveillance, the statement notes. Larger versions could perform long-range intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance and manned-unmanned teaming. Sikorsky will incorporate its MATRIX flight autonomy system in all variants of the drone, according the statement. The company is also developing a 1.2-megawatt hybrid-electric tilt wing demonstrator called HEX that is large enough to carry passengers or cargo on longer-haul flights. Sikorsky plans to demonstrate HEX's hover capability in 2027. Sikorsky's technological advancements over the last year come on the heels of the U.S. Army's abrupt cancellation of its Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft, or FARA. The company was competing for the program with a coaxial rotor blade aircraft called Raider X. The company had, over a year prior to the cancellation, lost the Army's other future aircraft competition to Bell. Sikorsky and its Boeing teammate had submitted another larger version of Raider X called Defiant. Since then, Sikorsky hasn't scrapped the promise of its X2 coaxial helicopter technology and continues to pitch it to other potential customers. The company is pursuing a next-generation helicopter for Italy and the NATO Next-Generation Rotorcraft Capability, among others. Lockheed, Airbus and Leonardo were awarded contracts in July 2024 to help NATO develop a new helicopter.
