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Hamilton Spectator
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Games, wood carving and an Elvis impersonator: Arbor Days kicks off at Halfway River First Nation
WONOWON, B.C. — A weekend of fun and festivities await attendees to Halfway River First Nation (HRFN) as its annual Arbor Days began on Friday. The day is named after the vision of late HRFN Elder Maizie Metecheah, who wanted an arbour on HRFN grounds to bring communities and people together. However, the day began with dreary weather conditions as a steady drizzle hammered the area. Despite running behind schedule, HRFN Chief Darlene Hunter still put a positive spin on the early goings. '[This day is] to celebrate our children, our people, all of our people,' said Hunter. 'It's an honour to have all these people here. 'The rain washes. [It] washes the Mother Earth and washes away things. Water brings life, and this is what [Arbor Days] is about, is bringing life back to a tradition.' After a drum performance by the Meander River drummers opened the event, Hunter acknowledged all the children new to the Nation. Because this was the first time doing so at Arbor Days, she welcomed children as old as six years. 'It's important to us because that is what we are working for,' said Hunter. 'We're working for the seven generations, these young, little ones that are going to carry on and someday look after me when I'm an Elder.' After the acknowledgement, chainsaw carver and artist Ryan Cook came to deliver several carved animals to be distributed throughout the arbour, including a bear, beaver, wolf, moose, owl and eagle. Cook, who starred on the Discovery television series A Cut Above, also hand-carved an Elders' bench for the arbour, which will be displayed on the platform for Elders under the structure. 'These animals are ones that represent the spirit of the Nation,' said Cook, who will also be showing off his wood carving skills all weekend for festival goers. This afternoon will feature children's festivities, including youth hand games, bouncy castles and a mechanical bull. Dinner and a talent show will take place on Friday evening, and an Elvis Presley impersonator will round out the festivities. Joanne West, an Arbor Days organizer, thinks Metecheah would be proud of how the event brings people together. 'She would be very grateful,' said West. 'Grateful and happy. This would have made her happy.' Arbor Days will also feature axe throwing, leg and horse wrestling, horseshoe bingo and more. It runs through to Sunday, July 20th. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to get Samurai Armor in Destiny 2?
(Image via Bungie) Ever dreamed of slicing through enemies in full-blown samurai drip? Destiny 2 just made that a reality with the Bushido Armor Set . And guess what? It's completely free ; no DLC required. Whether you're rocking Titan, Hunter, or Warlock, this armor turns you into a space-faring warrior with serious style. Here's exactly how to get your hands on it, fast. How to Get Samurai Armor in Destiny 2? If you want to get the Samurai Armor in Destiny 2, then here's what you need to do: Step 1: Head to 'The Portal' Open up the Destiny 2 Director and find 'The Portal.' It's your new go-to hub for a bunch of seasonal content. FREE SAMURAI ARMOR & How To Get It! - Destiny 2 Edge of Fate Step 2: Select 'Pinnacle Ops' Tab Inside The Portal, look for the 'Pinnacle Ops' tab. Every activity in here drops a Pinnacle Ops Gear Engram, and that's your ticket to scoring the samurai set. Step 3: Grind Those Missions Each run = 1 engram → Possible Bushido drop. Some missions drop more engrams, so keep an eye on the tab every Tuesday after reset (2 PM ET). No guaranteed full set on your first go, but don't stress, it's repeatable. Run it back and stack those drops. What Makes the Bushido Armor So Good? Alright, time for the perks. Because yeah, the armor looks clean, but it also hits hard. 2 Pieces Equipped = Iaido Perk Final blows with a just-drawn or freshly reloaded weapon = Health boost. It's aggressive and rewarding. Perfect for momentum-heavy PvE runs. 4 Pieces Equipped = Unfaltering Focus Perk Reduces incoming damage when using Shotguns, Bows, or Swords. Basically, you become harder to kill while using the flashiest weapons in the game. Win-win. Is It Worth the Grind? 100% yes. It's stylish. It's functional. It's free. Even if you're not into the whole samurai aesthetic, the perks alone make this armor worth chasing, especially if you play aggressive or solo. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ready for a Glow-Up? [Get Your Reading Now] Undo Glow-Up Packages from $15 [Sign Up] Undo Affect Your Future Now! (Book Today) Undo Can You Farm for Rolls? Yes, each drop has random rolls for stats. So if you're a min-maxer, this is your time to shine. Keep farming till you land the god roll Bushido armor set that fits your build. Free, farmable, and fire. Destiny 2's Bushido armor might just be the best glow-up of the season, and it's all yours for the grind. It's the perfect blend of style, survivability, and pure space-samurai energy. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
USA Today
19 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
What to watch for in training camp with Jaguars' rookie Travis Hunter
With the Jacksonville Jaguars rookies reporting to training camp, what should we be watching for with Travis Hunter as the next several weeks unfold? With the Jacksonville Jaguars rookies reporting to training camp, what should we be watching for with Travis Hunter as the next several weeks unfold? The obvious is his progression and growth on both the offensive and defensive sides of the football, which is something that, during offseason programs, Trevor Lawrence had already seen a lot of. "He's grown a lot," Lawrence said after the final minicamp practice. "There's a lot, obviously, being thrown on him, being a high pick, playing both ways. He's done a great job." However, in addition to that, what I'm most curious to see in these practices is how Hunter's reps are divided between offense and defense. While Hunter has been learning both playbooks and the terminology of both systems since he arrived in Jacksonville, the bulk of his practice time in OTAs and minicamp came on offense. This was the plan from the start, and as GM James Gladstone described, a reason for that approach is that the team views cornerback as Hunter's more natural position. For the most part, during those practices, Hunter was either on offense or defense on a given day--not both. So the next step in his progression is practicing on both sides of the ball on the same day, which will be the norm in-season. We are going to see this take place in training camp--Hunter playing on offense and defense on the same day--but how exactly Coen is going to divvy up those practice reps remains to be seen. "He loves football," Coen said on the "He loves to compete. You feel his energy out on the grass. His endurance out on the grass is just non-stop. He definitely brings a little bit of that youthful energy to our team, to our offense and defense. He's made some really good plays, and he's continuing to have to learn as he goes." As Tony Khan highlighted, in-season, Hunter's playing time during games could be dictated by the game flow as well as the matchup. However, in a structured practice environment, the Jaguars will have a detailed plan about how they want to continue onboarding Hunter to best prepare him for the regular season. Helping Hunter navigate everything that comes with playing two ways is his work ethic, as Lawrence pointed out recently, along with his physical conditioning. "I think what helps him do things right a lot is that he's so well conditioned that, from a mental fatigue standpoint, doesn't seem to occur all that much out here, where he can kind of just run," Liam Coen said. "He's been in altitude for a few years now, but he is in very good physical shape when it comes to being able to run all day and that's something that ultimately, once the legs start to go, the mind starts to go and you don't really see that all that often with him, he just keeps going.
The Advertiser
a day ago
- General
- The Advertiser
Hunter Wetlands Centre invited to prestigious international conservation conference
The Hunter Wetland Centre will be represented among 170 other nations at Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe later this month as delegates from across the world meet for a prestigious international conference. Christine Prietto, the Wetlands Centre's Ramsar officer, will head up the Australian delegation at the 15th Conference on the International Convention for Wetlands, where she will meet with government representatives and other experts to further the global conservation effort. Ms Prietto will be an official adviser to the Australian Government in recognition of her 20 years of participation in the Convention on Wetlands, her role as Australia's NGO Focal Point for Communication, Education, Participation and Awareness and her valuable advice on related matters in the recent triennium. "Having the Hunter Estuary Wetlands represented at an international level provides an opportunity to network and engage with environmentalists, conservationists and government agencies from around the world," Ms Prietto said. "We are extremely proud of our wetlands and the work we have done in preserving them. To share the story of our Centre, and the region, on the global stage is a great honour." The 3000ha Hunter Estuary Wetlands site takes in the Hunter Wetlands National Park, first listed in 1984, and the Hunter Wetlands Centre, which was added in 2002. It is one of only 67 Australian sites formally recognised under the Convention as a Wetlands of International Importance. Inclusion on the 'Ramsar list' - derived from a treaty that promotes wetlands and their preservation - is reserved for wetlands considered rare, unique or critical for supporting vulnerable species. "The Hunter Estuary is one of the most biologically diverse wetlands in Australia. A quarter of Australia's avian species live in, or visit, the region annually. It is also a seasonal destination for a number of species on international migrations from as far away as Alaska, including the endangered Godwit." Ms Prietto said. Meanwhile, in a first for the region, two Hunter-based photographers have had their images selected by the Ramsar Secretariat for display at the Conference. The photographs taken by Melissa New and Sarah Nelson showcase the beauty and biodiversity of our local wetlands. "This is a great honour for Melissa, Sarah and the Hunter Estuary Wetlands Ramsar site. The selection of their wonderful images reinforces just how special the Hunter Wetlands are, not only for our local community but globally." Ms Prietto said. The international convention begins on Wednesday, July 23. The Hunter Wetland Centre will be represented among 170 other nations at Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe later this month as delegates from across the world meet for a prestigious international conference. Christine Prietto, the Wetlands Centre's Ramsar officer, will head up the Australian delegation at the 15th Conference on the International Convention for Wetlands, where she will meet with government representatives and other experts to further the global conservation effort. Ms Prietto will be an official adviser to the Australian Government in recognition of her 20 years of participation in the Convention on Wetlands, her role as Australia's NGO Focal Point for Communication, Education, Participation and Awareness and her valuable advice on related matters in the recent triennium. "Having the Hunter Estuary Wetlands represented at an international level provides an opportunity to network and engage with environmentalists, conservationists and government agencies from around the world," Ms Prietto said. "We are extremely proud of our wetlands and the work we have done in preserving them. To share the story of our Centre, and the region, on the global stage is a great honour." The 3000ha Hunter Estuary Wetlands site takes in the Hunter Wetlands National Park, first listed in 1984, and the Hunter Wetlands Centre, which was added in 2002. It is one of only 67 Australian sites formally recognised under the Convention as a Wetlands of International Importance. Inclusion on the 'Ramsar list' - derived from a treaty that promotes wetlands and their preservation - is reserved for wetlands considered rare, unique or critical for supporting vulnerable species. "The Hunter Estuary is one of the most biologically diverse wetlands in Australia. A quarter of Australia's avian species live in, or visit, the region annually. It is also a seasonal destination for a number of species on international migrations from as far away as Alaska, including the endangered Godwit." Ms Prietto said. Meanwhile, in a first for the region, two Hunter-based photographers have had their images selected by the Ramsar Secretariat for display at the Conference. The photographs taken by Melissa New and Sarah Nelson showcase the beauty and biodiversity of our local wetlands. "This is a great honour for Melissa, Sarah and the Hunter Estuary Wetlands Ramsar site. The selection of their wonderful images reinforces just how special the Hunter Wetlands are, not only for our local community but globally." Ms Prietto said. The international convention begins on Wednesday, July 23. The Hunter Wetland Centre will be represented among 170 other nations at Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe later this month as delegates from across the world meet for a prestigious international conference. Christine Prietto, the Wetlands Centre's Ramsar officer, will head up the Australian delegation at the 15th Conference on the International Convention for Wetlands, where she will meet with government representatives and other experts to further the global conservation effort. Ms Prietto will be an official adviser to the Australian Government in recognition of her 20 years of participation in the Convention on Wetlands, her role as Australia's NGO Focal Point for Communication, Education, Participation and Awareness and her valuable advice on related matters in the recent triennium. "Having the Hunter Estuary Wetlands represented at an international level provides an opportunity to network and engage with environmentalists, conservationists and government agencies from around the world," Ms Prietto said. "We are extremely proud of our wetlands and the work we have done in preserving them. To share the story of our Centre, and the region, on the global stage is a great honour." The 3000ha Hunter Estuary Wetlands site takes in the Hunter Wetlands National Park, first listed in 1984, and the Hunter Wetlands Centre, which was added in 2002. It is one of only 67 Australian sites formally recognised under the Convention as a Wetlands of International Importance. Inclusion on the 'Ramsar list' - derived from a treaty that promotes wetlands and their preservation - is reserved for wetlands considered rare, unique or critical for supporting vulnerable species. "The Hunter Estuary is one of the most biologically diverse wetlands in Australia. A quarter of Australia's avian species live in, or visit, the region annually. It is also a seasonal destination for a number of species on international migrations from as far away as Alaska, including the endangered Godwit." Ms Prietto said. Meanwhile, in a first for the region, two Hunter-based photographers have had their images selected by the Ramsar Secretariat for display at the Conference. The photographs taken by Melissa New and Sarah Nelson showcase the beauty and biodiversity of our local wetlands. "This is a great honour for Melissa, Sarah and the Hunter Estuary Wetlands Ramsar site. The selection of their wonderful images reinforces just how special the Hunter Wetlands are, not only for our local community but globally." Ms Prietto said. The international convention begins on Wednesday, July 23. The Hunter Wetland Centre will be represented among 170 other nations at Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe later this month as delegates from across the world meet for a prestigious international conference. Christine Prietto, the Wetlands Centre's Ramsar officer, will head up the Australian delegation at the 15th Conference on the International Convention for Wetlands, where she will meet with government representatives and other experts to further the global conservation effort. Ms Prietto will be an official adviser to the Australian Government in recognition of her 20 years of participation in the Convention on Wetlands, her role as Australia's NGO Focal Point for Communication, Education, Participation and Awareness and her valuable advice on related matters in the recent triennium. "Having the Hunter Estuary Wetlands represented at an international level provides an opportunity to network and engage with environmentalists, conservationists and government agencies from around the world," Ms Prietto said. "We are extremely proud of our wetlands and the work we have done in preserving them. To share the story of our Centre, and the region, on the global stage is a great honour." The 3000ha Hunter Estuary Wetlands site takes in the Hunter Wetlands National Park, first listed in 1984, and the Hunter Wetlands Centre, which was added in 2002. It is one of only 67 Australian sites formally recognised under the Convention as a Wetlands of International Importance. Inclusion on the 'Ramsar list' - derived from a treaty that promotes wetlands and their preservation - is reserved for wetlands considered rare, unique or critical for supporting vulnerable species. "The Hunter Estuary is one of the most biologically diverse wetlands in Australia. A quarter of Australia's avian species live in, or visit, the region annually. It is also a seasonal destination for a number of species on international migrations from as far away as Alaska, including the endangered Godwit." Ms Prietto said. Meanwhile, in a first for the region, two Hunter-based photographers have had their images selected by the Ramsar Secretariat for display at the Conference. The photographs taken by Melissa New and Sarah Nelson showcase the beauty and biodiversity of our local wetlands. "This is a great honour for Melissa, Sarah and the Hunter Estuary Wetlands Ramsar site. The selection of their wonderful images reinforces just how special the Hunter Wetlands are, not only for our local community but globally." Ms Prietto said. The international convention begins on Wednesday, July 23.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Speculation a 'kick in the guts' for Knights coach
Adam O'Brien admits it's a "kick in the guts" to have his job become the subject of a media circus, insisting he remains the right man to coach Newcastle. O'Brien's future has come under question across six NRL seasons at the Knights but the coach was nevertheless taken aback by reports this week that claimed management had all but decided he would be fired after 2025. "It was a little bit of a shock on the Monday," he said. "But since then I can honestly say, I haven't let it consume me one bit." Injury-hit Newcastle have regressed from elimination finalists in 2024 to this season's worst attacking side by the numbers. Reports have claimed only a late season resurgence will save O'Brien's job, and that rise would have to come without injured talismans Fletcher Sharpe, Dylan Lucas and Kalyn Ponga. Ponga himself quashed rumours that he could be on his way out of the Hunter earlier this week. Coach O'Brien understood pressure came with the territory of being an NRL coach, but said it had been affecting those close to him. "You're put in a position where you understand that there's going to be pressure. A lot rides on winning footy games," he said. "It's not ideal for your loved ones and your family, and friends. It affects them. "I wouldn't be human if you probably get a little bit sick of being kicked in the guts. "But at the end of the day, (worrying) is not going to help the playing group. That is always at the forefront of my mind: Do my bit to help these boys win footy games." O'Brien has taken the Knights to finals in four of his previous five seasons in charge, only missing out in 2022, for a 44.9 per cent win record all up. But Newcastle only appeared a chance at the premiership as dark horses in 2023, when they reached the second week of the play-offs. O'Brien would not confirm whether he had addressed the media reports with Knights management, only saying he still believed he was the right man to coach the team. "I do," he said. "Dealing in speculation from media outlets isn't helpful. I've just taken the approach that I'm the coach of the club right now, I haven't wavered in my commitment or my work ethic. "It's a deep honour for me to be the coach of the club and I just present every day like that." O'Brien is adamant the headlines will not distract the Newcastle playing group from Sunday's home game against the depleted Warriors. "The team were quite clear that none of that will affect our performance on the weekend. We won't let it be a distraction," he said. "We can't deal in speculation, all we can do is control our preparation for the game."
