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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
How Michigan's most popular baby names of 2024 compare to national favorites
In Michigan in 2024, the name Charlotte clinched the top spot for girls yet again, while Noah remained the most popular name for newborn boys, according to the U.S. Social Security Administration, which published its annual list of top baby names by state on May 15. Charlotte has ranked first for baby names of girls in Michigan since 2020, while the name Noah for boys has nabbed first place since 2021. Nationally, however, Liam and Olivia continue to hold the No. 1 baby name spots for the fifth straight year. The following is a full list of the 20 most popular names for girls in 2024 in Michigan, followed by the number of newborns who were given that name in the state: Charlotte (382) Amelia (377) Olivia (316) Emma (313) Evelyn (299) Sophia (297) Ava (277) Harper (237) Violet (235) Nora (234) Mia (221) Eleanor (220) Lainey (220) Isabella (216) Hazel (215) Aurora (214) Isla (198) Lucy (194) Nova (182) Mila (175) Notably, two names — Eleanor and Lainey — were tied for the 12th- and 13th-place spots in Michigan, with 220 girls each given those names in 2024. Spelling matters when it comes to the rankings. Arguably, No. 6 Sophia and its alternate spelling, Sofia, should be the most popular baby name for girls in Michigan last year. That's because in addition to the 297 babies named Sophia, there also were 166 girls in the state given the name Sofia. When those numbers are added together, it means that there were a total of 463 babies given the name Sophia/Sofia in Michigan — well above Charlotte's 382. The following are the 20 most popular names for boys in 2024 in Michigan: Noah (488) Theodore (469) Oliver (454) Henry (428) Liam (407) Hudson (331) Elijah (311) Jack (303) Benjamin (302) James (300) Levi (288) Lucas (288) Owen (277) William (272) Michael (239) Carter (233) Asher (230) Samuel (217) Leo (213) Maverick (213) Note that Levi and Lucas tied for the 11th- and 12th- spots, with 288 boys each given those names in Michigan in 2024. Leo and Maverick also tied for the 19th- and 20th-positions on the list, with 213 each. As with Sofia/Sophia for the girls, spelling variations made a difference in the rankings for boys. When the number of children named Miles (186) and Myles (150) in Michigan in 2024 are added together, it totals 336, displacing sixth-ranked Hudson. The same is true for the name Jackson, which was chosen for 210 boys in 2024, and its alternate spelling, Jaxon, which was picked for 104 boys. Combined, the Jaxons/Jacksons totaled 314, which would put it in the seventh-place position. The name Grayson was given to 198 Michigan baby boys last year. A slight variation in spelling, Greyson, was given to 107 baby boys. When the Graysons and Greysons are combined, it adds up to 305, and pushes that name into eighth place. Michigan's favorite names don't match exactly with those that top the national list for 2024. In the U.S., here's the top 10 names for girls: Olivia Emma Amelia Charlotte Mia Sophia Isabella Evelyn Ava Sofia While for boys, the top 10 baby names in the U.S. in 2024 were: Liam Noah Oliver Theodore James Henry Mateo Elijah Lucas William The Social Security Administration also shows which names are rising fastest in popularity. For girls, the top five fastest-rising names in 2023 were: Ailany, Aylani, Marjorie, Scottie and Analeia. For boys, the names climbing fastest were: Truce, Colsen, Bryer, Halo and Azaiah. Contact Kristen Shamus: kshamus@ Subscribe to the Free Press. This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Michigan's most popular baby names of 2024: Charlotte and Noah
Perth Now
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Artist turns to cutting-edge artistic practice
Renowned WA multidisciplinary artist Leon Pericles is in his three-dimensional era for his latest exhibition Objecticus Eclecticus at Linton & Kay Galleries Cottesloe. Electric in the sense that the works are more cutting-edge than Pericles' usual artistic practice, the exhibition features 25 original works and sculptures including etchings and interactive elements. 'I always prefer to work on the cusp of something edgy that I've invented,' Pericles says. Your local paper, whenever you want it. 'I can be influenced, but I never copy.' It has been eight years since Pericles' 50-year retrospective exhibition, Scratching the Surface, as he works between home studios in Margaret River and East Perth, inspired by a range of diverse interests and deep curiosity about the world around him. Leon Pericles's latest exhibition Objecticus Eclecticus at Linton & Kay Galleries Cottesloe. Credit: Ross Swanborough / The West Australian Forever supported by his creative counsel and manager, wife Moira, until her advanced dementia, it is a career that led Pericles to being appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2023 King's Birthday Honours for his significant contribution to the visual arts. The honour came in the aftermath of a personal revelation by Pericles, discovered by chance while watching a late night Australian Story episode on Archibald Prize winning artist Vincent Fantauzzo, speaking about his dyslexia. 'I related to everything he was saying so much,' Pericles says. 'So at midnight, in the middle of the bush in Margaret River, at the age of 74, I suddenly realised I was totally and absolutely dyslexic. Everything fell into place. I'd had a highly stressful existence all my life. I tried to hide the fact that I was called an idiot more often than deservedly at school. I was laughed at, but I had enough wit about me to be amusing and funny, and so I was okay.' WA artist Leon Pericles' latest exhibition Objecticus Eclecticus at Linton & Kay Galleries Cottesloe. Credit: Ross Swanborough / The West Australian Those experiences at school, plus a love of art, took him to Perth Technical School on James Street in the early 1970s, despite his father wanting him to pursue a career in engineering. It was during his days as a technical college art student that Pericles discovered art supplies store Jacksons. 'We would walk over to the Jacksons store on William Street, which had quite a big facade to it,' he recounts. While he would glean as much knowledge as he could from owner Mr Jackson during those formative years, Pericles would eventually become a go-to artist that Jacksons shop assistants would phone for advice, particularly for printmaking. WA artist Leon Pericles' latest exhibition Objecticus Eclecticus at Linton & Kay Galleries Cottesloe. Credit: Ross Swanborough / The West Australian Pericles in now adding to his long association with Jacksons by joining the Jacksons' 70th anniversary art competition judging panel alongside sculptor Georgia Zoric, Jacksons general manager Scott Boercamp and PerthNow Local newspapers editor Arylene Westlake-Jennings. PerthNow and Jacksons are inviting artists across Perth to submit original artwork that celebrates what they love most about their local Jacksons store and their community to be in the running for $5000. Visit for more information.
The Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Only 1 in 5 can say the colour without reading the word in this mind-boggling brain challenge – are you in the top 20%?
TIME to put your vision and brain skills to the test and try this mind-boggling brain challenge. Everyone can read the words on the page, but only one in five people can say the colour. The image by Jackson's shows a series of written colours - but there's a catch. The colour of the text doesn't match the words, sending your brain into a colourful frenzy. Challengers must read from top to bottom saying the colour of the text, rather than the word itself. While this may seem easy, it is deceptively tricky. This is because one half of your brain processes the world, while the other focuses on the colour. If you're struggling here's a handy hint. Try squinting slightly to allow your brain to really hone in on the colours. Certain brainteasers and optical illusions, particularly those that involve patterns or sequences, can help strengthen both short-term and long-term memory. By working through puzzles on a regular basis, you will actively engage the brain's memory systems and directly improve your future attempts at visual challenges. Did you know picture puzzles test your critical thinking and problem-solving skills? Everyone knows the clocks go forward but you have a high IQ if you spot the timer in the brainteaser Many brainteasers, like this one, require challengers thinking outside the box. This improves creative problem-solving skills by encouraging the brain to come up with innovative solutions. It also translates to real-life situations where you might need to approach challenges in new and inventive ways. If this brain teaser is not hard enough for you, then have a go at spotting the hidden broom amongst the clothes in less than five seconds. Or you can have a go at figuring out the hidden message in this band's cover art that has confused fans for years. Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions. Some benefits include: Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility. Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function. Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes. Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus. Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.
Perth Now
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Entries open: WIN $5,000 thanks to Jacksons and PerthNow
To celebrate Jacksons' 70th anniversary we're hosting an art competition to win $5,000! Create an artwork inspired by #MyLocalJacksons—something that reminds you of your local Jacksons store or its surroundings. Whether it's a landmark, a hidden gem, or a feeling unique to your neighbourhood, bring your vision to life! For your chance to win enter your details below and submit an image of your artwork, whether it's a painting, work on paper, mixed media or a sculpture. Entries close Thursday 5 June 2025, at 11:59pm. All entrants may only enter once. All entrants found to have entered more than once per entry form will have their subsequent entries disqualified. *T&Cs apply. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. Don't forget to follow @jacksonsdrawingsupplies on Facebook and Instagram, and share your artwork using hashtags #MyLocalJacksons #JacksonsDrawingSupplies
The Guardian
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson push for historic world medal after strong start
Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson moved a step closer to a breakthrough medal at the world figure skating championships on Friday, delivering a sharp, crowd-pleasing rhythm dance that put them third after the opening segment at TD Garden in Boston. The British duo scored 83.86 points skating to their groove-drenched Nile Rodgers-Stevie Wonder medley, finishing behind only the two-time defending world champions, Madison Chock and Evan Bates of the United States, and Canada's Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier. It is their highest position in a world championship segment and puts them in a podium place heading into Saturday's free dance – just 0.82 points ahead of fourth-placed Charlene Guignard and Marco Fabbri of Italy. No British ice dance team have reached the podium at a world championships or an Olympics since Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won bronze on their comeback at the 1994 Winter Games. After fourth-place finishes at the last two worlds, Fear and Gibson are now closer than ever to ending that three-decade hoodoo. 'I think today we had the most blast all season,' Fear said. 'It was fantastic. It's the way we want it. Of course, there are nerves. If there weren't nerves, something probably would be wrong. But we had the most fun out there.' The standard at the top was as formidable as expected. Chock and Bates posted the world's highest rhythm dance score in two years – 90.18 points – with a smooth and technically secure routine set to a high-energy disco and retro rock medley blending Jive Bunny throwbacks with Bee Gees, the Jacksons and Donna Summer. Having won the last two titles after years of near misses, the Americans are looking to become the first team in 28 years to win three consecutive world titles, and the first Americans ever to do so. Gilles and Poirier, silver medallists in Montreal last year, scored 86.44 to stay within striking distance. The Canadians beat Chock and Bates by half a point at February's Four Continents Championships and are in position to challenge again. Guignard and Fabbri, the reigning European champions, are making their 13th world championship appearance and remain contenders for the podium after taking bronze and silver in the past two seasons. Fear and Gibson's display follows a strong season that included Grand Prix wins in France and Finland and a bronze medal at the Grand Prix final, Britain's first ever in the discipline. Their rhythm dance was one of the most charismatic of the afternoon, combining speed, musicality and a signature dose of theatrical flair that brought the crowd to its feet at the finish. On Saturday, they will perform their free dance to a Beyoncé medley, a bold and popular program that has earned ovations across the season. 'Maybe it seems from the outside that we had such a brilliant season, winning medals here and there,' Gibson said. 'But actually, it was a quite challenging season for us. We had to do a lot of changes in the programs. There was my [practice accident] in Finland. So it wasn't all easy, but these challenges made us grow and made us stronger.' Sign up to The Recap The best of our sports journalism from the past seven days and a heads-up on the weekend's action after newsletter promotion With the competition tight and the arena expected to be near capacity on Saturday afternoon, they will have every chance to leave a lasting impression – and to make history. Behind the top four, Canada's Marjorie Lajoie and Zachary Lagha (81.77) took fifth ahead of a pair of American duos: Christina Carreira and Anthony Ponomarenko (81.51) and Caroline Green and Michael Parsons (77.51). Spain's Olivia Smart and Tim Dieck (77.21) were eighth. But the medal picture appears increasingly clear. The other British duo Phebe Bekker and James Hernandez were 17th. For now, the spotlight stays on the frontrunners. Chock and Bates are one strong performance from a historic third title. Gilles and Poirier remain in close pursuit. And for Fear and Gibson, the wait for a British breakthrough might finally be coming to an end.
