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Newsweek
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Hysterics As Millennial Mom Plays Her 90s Playlist for Teen Son: 'His Face'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Social-media users have hailed a millennial mom who is determined to educate her teenage son on some of the most-iconic 90s and 2000s songs—although he isn't too impressed. Back in the good old days of the 90s, Carmen Moreno Aultman used to love blasting out her favorite songs on her Sony Walkman before meeting friends at the club. They would dance the night away to Ludacris, Spice Girls, and Usher, and everything felt so joyous. While life is certainly different in 2025, Aultman, now 43, still can't get enough of those club classics. She told Newsweek that listening to those older songs "takes [her] back to being a teenager again." So, whether she is on the school run or just in her Greenville, South Carolina, home, Aultman will undoubtedly be playing music from the 90s or early 2000s. She even loves introducing that generation of music to her 14-year-old son, Stone, at every opportunity. Carmen Moreno Aultman and her teenage son Stone listen to 90s music in the car. Carmen Moreno Aultman and her teenage son Stone listen to 90s music in the car. @carmenann40 / Instagram "As a teenager in the 90s, I loved all types of music, from alternative, pop music, rap, pop rock, and alternative rock," Aultman said. "When I hear certain songs, I can remember an exact moment from my life." The millennial mom loves reliving those days through the music, but Stone usually gives her "the head shake" accompanied by an unimpressed straight face. Oftentimes, he will ask her, "this again?" when she plays yet another Ludacris track. But that won't stop Aultman, who said she thinks it is going to be hard for any current music to top the 90s songs. "My teenage son thinks that most of the music I like is boring or cringe, but I personally think that 90s and 2000s music is better than the music of today," she continued. Aultman shared a hilarious video on Instagram (@carmenann40) showing the music education she is giving her son. As she played 90s music in the car, and put on quite the lip-synching performance, Stone's facial expression remained unamused. The clip has delighted social-media users, leading to more than 8.3 million views and over 357,000 likes on Instagram at the time of writing. Layered over the video, the caption jokes: "When you have to listen to your mom's playlist." Aultman has been blown away by the online response, adding that internet users seem to have related strongly to the clip. Even though her son doesn't enjoy her music that much, Aultman loves that her millennial mom anthem can bring a smile to so many people. Indeed, in just a matter of days, the viral post has amassed over 10,000 comments on Instagram so far. One comment reads: "There will never be another time like the clubs in the 90s and early 2000s." Another Instagram user wrote: "Your son's continual blank expression … so real." A third person added: "They just don't make 'em like they used to." Another comment reads: "How are we the parents now?" Do you have any viral videos or pictures that you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Army of volunteers behind Badminton Horse Trials
More than 800 volunteers turn up every year to help out at the Badminton Horse Trials in Gloucestershire which run this week between 7 - 11 May. For one couple the event, which attracts about 200,000 visitors to watch the best horses and riders in the world, it really is a love affair. Martin Fleur-Lane met his wife-to-be Emma nearly 25 years ago by the finish of the cross country course. "We subsequently got engaged a few years later by the lake, so there are many happy memories for both of us, with families and friends attending with us over the years," says Emma. Throughout the year, Martin travels past Badminton every day to his furniture workshop in Luckington. He has been volunteering at the event since about the mid 90s. Mostly, he says he would be riding a quad bike delivering dressage scores down to the secretaries and giving lifts to riders from the lorry park to other areas of the ground. More news stories for Gloucestershire Listen to the latest news for Gloucestershire "As a fence judge you are judging whether a horse and rider have both cleared the fence without incurring any penalties between the white and the red flags, which are positioned either side of the fence. "During the day you also need to blow a whistle towards the next fence to alert them each time a competitor is approaching and to alert spectators in the immediate area that a horse is galloping down the track. "It's like a chain of whistles going around the course so that people know a competitor is on their way." Emma has been volunteering since about 2003. "We have regularly volunteered at various events over the years taking on various roles such as cross country steward, doing the start box, doing provisional scores in the cross country control box and dressage score writing," she said. Jane Tuckwell, the event director said she could not manage without her army of volunteers. "MARS Badminton Horse Trials are incredibly grateful to all the wonderful volunteers that throw themselves 100% into the event to make it happen," she said. Martin and Emma along with the hundreds of other volunteers do it because they love it. "I have been coming since I was a little girl and always loved it," said Emma. "For me it is my Christmas and is the highlight of the year. "We have met many wonderful people over the years fence judging at events and made numerous friends who we regularly see throughout the year or team up with to fence judge with or work in other areas of events we attend. "It takes many years of hard work and dedication from the riders, owners and support teams around them to get to this level and a lot of luck. "You are seeing the best of the best here this week." "Badminton is not only to us, but to many people is the premier event in the world for everyone to come and enjoy and have such a fantastic weekend whether your horse mad or not it's just a fabulous day out for all the family and the dogs love it too!" Follow BBC Gloucestershire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Badminton Horse Trials Huge crowds expected at Badminton Horse Trials Badminton Horse Trials
BBC News
23-04-2025
- General
- BBC News
Essex school breakfast clubs ‘indicative of society' says head
An Essex primary school headteacher said a national free breakfast club scheme for pupils is "indicative of society".The clubs have been launched at 750 schools across England, providing thousands of parents with half an hour of free morning childcare as part of a trial that will run to July, ahead of a national than 20 schools in Essex are taking part in the pilot, including Newport Primary School near Saffron headteacher, Amy Wareham, said it was "absolutely vital" for pupils to have a proper breakfast. 'Kick-start' Newport Primary School already runs its own breakfast club, but the government scheme provides an additional 30 minutes of childcare, enabling the breakfast club to start earlier in the Anderson, who dropped her daughter Livia off, said the scheme would be "a huge help", especially once she returns to full-time work."I think it's very crucial for her to have a good breakfast because she's quite a picky eater," Ms Anderson told the BBC."Making sure she gets the right start for the day - cereal, a nice sandwich, some fruit - it can really kick-start a good day for her as well." Ms Wareham said that of the 160 pupils at Newport Primary School, around 30 had registered to use the new breakfast club, compared to five or six who used the school's own one."There was a demand for an earlier provision - we have some families that work in London, so they can get on the train and get into town," Ms Wareham said."Sadly, I think more and more families have two parents that are working, so it's a change and a shift in society and the way the families are set up, and it's come to schools to support families with that."She added: "In the middle of all that is a little boy or a little girl who has to come to school without any breakfast. That's not their fault, they don't do their weekly shop, they don't organise those sorts of things."How can you concentrate on your timetables, learning your phonics, doing your writing, taking part in a PE lesson if you've got an empty stomach?" 'Breaking down barriers' Guidance sent to schools taking part in the pilot scheme said they would receive a set-up payment to cover equipment and material, but Ms Wareham told the BBC that her school had not received this."We need to be able to have that funding because we already have very stretched budgets," she said. Her comments echoed those of Paul Whiteman, general secretary of the National Association of Head Teachers, who said prior to the rollout that funding for the breakfast club scheme "isn't sufficient".But the government said the clubs had "an important role to play in the government's commitment to remove the stain of child poverty".Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, said: "Free breakfast clubs are at the heart of our Plan for Change, making working parents' lives easier and more affordable, while breaking down barriers to opportunity for every child." Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Emirates Woman
10-04-2025
- Business
- Emirates Woman
How I got my job as... founder of this events company in Dubai
This week, Emirates Woman spoke to Nadia, the founder of Picnic Times, known for creating luxury bespoke picnics in the UAE. Welcome to the Emirates Woman weekly series 'How I got my job as…' where we speak to some incredible entrepreneurs and businesswomen both based in the UAE and globally to find out about their career paths that led them to where they are now; what their daily routines look like; the advice they'd give to those starting out; and the hurdles they've had to overcome. As an event planning services brand, Picnic Times offers assistance in organising and setting up picnics for various occasions, such as birthdays, anniversaries, or casual gatherings. Picnic Times focuses on outdoor leisure activities, particularly picnics, in various scenic locations across the UAE. This aligns with the growing trend of enjoying outdoor gatherings and the region's emphasis on enhancing public spaces for such activities. To delve into her journey as an entrepreneur, Emirates Woman sat down with Nadia to see how it all began. What was your favorite subject at school? Looking back, I think biology fascinated me the most, but I was always drawn to anything creative, arts, crafts and hands on projects. I loved working with colors, textures and bringing ideas to life. What was your first job? My first job was as Speech Therapist, which I hold a degree in. While my career eventually took a different path, that role taught me patience, creativity and the power of communication, which are skills I still use today. What brought you to Dubai? What brought me to Dubai was a combination of a leap of faith and a sense of adventure. Growing up in a family deeply connected to aviation, my uncle is a captain, I was always around planes, but as a girl, I didn't get to join the adventures like my brother did. Eventually I received a proposal to join the aviation industry myself and that's how I ended up joining Emirates Airline. I moved to Dubai and spent 11 incredible years as a first class flight attendant, which opened doors to many new experiences. What inspired you to enter the space and your brand. The inspiration behind my brand came from a trip to Nice, France, 12 years ago. I had this unforgettable picnic with a vintage basket and a breathtaking view over Monaco. Honestly, I don't remember what I ate, but the feeling was so special. The experience and the little details stuck to with me, and it sparked a deep passion for vintage baskets and picnics, which I think I had since I was a child. I began collecting and customizing my own baskets, organizing small picnics for my friends and family. Over time this passion grew, specially a work injury left me with three months of recovery time. During that period, I took the opportunity to hold wellness sessions, using picnics as a way to bring people together. It became clear that it was the shared picnic experience that truly connected people, and that's where my brand began to take shape. View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@ Talk us through the concept The concept behind my brand is rooted in creating boutique style picnic experiences that go beyond just an event. It's about providing a space where people can connect, relax, and create lasting memories. I'm not just selling picnics or events, I'm selling an experience, the picnic of a lifetime. Every detail, from the vintage baskets to the setting, is carefully designed to make people feel special and immersed in the moment. For me, when I think of a picnic, it's not about random tables or events, it's about creating something truly unique and special. A picnic should feel like a cherished tradition, and that's what I want to bring to people. The essence of a traditional picnic, complete with a basket, is at the heart of everything I do. What are the key elements of your role? As the founder of my brand, the key elements of my role revolve around overseeing every aspect of the experience. I curate and design the picnics, ensuring that each one feels unique and personal. From sourcing the vintage baskets to handpicking the decor, every detail matters. I also manage the logistics, coordinating with my team and vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly. A huge part of my role is connecting with clients and understanding their vision for their special day, and then bringing that vision to life. And of course, I'm also constantly working on growing the brand, managing the business side, and finding ways to innovate and keep the experience fresh and exciting. Talk us through your daily routine? I usually wake up around 6 am and start my day, ideally with a sunrise run or a quick yoga session. After that, I enjoy my morning coffee and breakfast while grounding myself, writing in my gratitude journal, checking bookings, organizing logistics, coordinating with my team, and preparing everything for the day. If there is no picnic to set up, I work from a cafe, my favorite being Orto, or spend some time at the beach reading a book. Throughout the day, I manage the business, visit the warehouse to oversee decor and details, and personally hand over the picnics to clients. I always make time to collect feedback and bid farewell to clients. In the evening, I unwind with a meditation or sound healing session, self care, and Me time to reflect on the day. What advice do you have for anyone looking to follow in the same footsteeps? My best advice for anyone starting out is simple: start. Don't wait for things to be perfect, start messy, start with fears, but take that first step. Things won't be flawless in the beginning, but follow your passion. Dream big, be authentic and embrace the challenges that come your way. Focus on building a strong community and delivering quality, but most importantly, stay patient and persistent. Success takes time. Tell us more about the services? We offer bespoke picnic experiences tailored to each client's vision. Whether it's a peaceful breakfast by the beach, an elegant sunset gathering or a picnic at a private villa or lake, we craft each experience with care. From fresh catering by partners like Odeon restaurant to unique and personalised touches, we always listen to special requests and make them a reality. We're also excited about some new partnerships and unique experiences in the works, including a special desert experience, so stay tuned for more! What is the best piece of advice you have ever received? The best advice I've ever received is to trust the journey, even when things don't make sense at the moment. Building something meaningful takes time, and patience is key. Also, never underestimate the power of surrounding yourself with positive, like minded people who support your vision. And what is the worst? The worst piece of advice I've ever received is that 'you need a plan'. I've learned that sometimes, embracing uncertainty and stepping into the unknown can lead to the most rewarding experiences. Not everything needs to be mapped out, sometimes, you just need to trust the process and be open to where it takes you. What's the biggest challenge you have had to overcome? The biggest challenge I've had to overcome was stepping out of my comfort zone after 11 years in one of the biggest companies in the world. I had a stable life, a secure income, and an amazing lifestyle. But I decided to trust my passion, my strength, and my creativity. Leaving all that behind, starting from zero, and building my brand was one of the hardest decisions I've ever made. It took a lot of courage to believe in myself and trust that and trust that I could succeed, even without knowing exactly what the future had in store for me. What lies ahead for the brand? The future for the brand is full of opportunities. We're working on exciting ideas and projects, collaborating with the right partners to bring them to life. I truly believe that the future holds big things for us, and we're excited to continue growing, innovating, and creating unforgettable experiences. The journey is just beginning, and there's so much more to come. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Supplied
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Aussie council's major crackdown amid common e-bike gripe: 'Huge issue'
Electric bike and scooter popularity is booming in the country and while they're a welcome addition to transport networks in many Aussie cities, they haven't come without problems. Many footpaths and public areas have been left with a tetris-like mess of handlebars and wheels as riders dump their ride after use, and one Aussie council has had enough. Yarra City Council in Melbourne has now banned the act of leaving an e-bike or e-scooter on a footpath narrower than two metres wide. This, alongside blocking access to buildings or public amenities, falls under inappropriate parking and will be penalised. "What happens now is that if it's not parked correctly, they effectively can't leave it there as the hiring period continues until it's parked correctly," Yarra City Councillor Sharon Harrison told Yahoo News about riders using Uber-owned Lime or Singapore's Neuron, the providers of public e-bikes and e-scooters in the local government area (LGA). Those who are repeat offenders on Lime bikes can be fined up to $50 by the operator. The new rules, which were introduced on January 31, hope to incentivise users to park their ride in an appropriate place or they will be slapped with an increased hire fee as the metre will keep running. The LGA has been mapped out and geofence technology used to pinpoint where it is appropriate to park the devices. The council is in the process of installing more designated parking bays at popular areas. Harrison explained the council has set a plan in motion to begin impounding e-bikes and e-scooters left inappropriately parked — meaning those who own their own will also be unable to dodge the new rules. 😠 Councils push for more $136 fines for 'dangerous' footpath act 🚓 Photos reveal crackdown targeting e-bike problem on streets 🏖️ 'Idiot behaviour' on popular beach exposes worrying trend Harrison said the council received a number of complaints from a wide range of people about the dumping of e-bikes and e-scooters, from parents using prams to the elderly and wheelchair users. There has also been reports of fire evacuation routes being blocked. "There's been a huge issue with them being inappropriately parked... we had to do something because they were literally a danger to people," she said. Shane Hryhorec, who is a wheelchair user and local resident, pushed for the change and said the issue has been "horrendous" since public operators were introduced. "It's absolutely crazy this has been allowed to go on for around three years now... one local spoke to me about his fear of using footpaths and told me stories about tripping over them on several occasions," he said. "[It's been] a lawless Wild West for scooter operators." It seems where ever e-bikes and e-scooters have been introduced in Australia, the "littering" of them has followed. A photo taken in Surry Hills in Sydney showed a footpath overrun with them last July. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
