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Perth Now
2 days ago
- Health
- Perth Now
Heartwarming reason WA teen is set to leap out of plane
A young thrillseeker is preparing to jump out of a perfectly good plane at 14,000 feet to honour the woman synonymous with skydiving for cancer fundraising in WA — his grandmother. Jarrah Benson, 16, is counting down the days to June 14 when he will participate in Leap for Life — formerly known as Jump for Jane — an annual fundraising event organised by Breast Cancer Care WA. The skydiving event serves as a tribute to Jane Loring, Jarrah's 'nin', who was a member of the Breast Cancer Care WA board before she died in 2013 after a long battle with breast cancer, aged just 57. Your local paper, whenever you want it. 'Its going to be awesome,' Jarrah told PerthNow. 'I have wanted to jump ever since I saw Dad do it in 2013, but Mum wouldn't let me. This year she said yes, so I am stoked.' Jarrah remembers his grandmother as a caring person with a big heart but said she would not have approved of him jumping out of a plane. Credit: Supplied Jarrah remembers his grandmother as a caring person with a big heart but said she would not have approved of him jumping out of a plane. 'She wouldn't want me to jump, she would be so scared if she knew, she would tell me not to do it,' the Rossmoyne Senior High School student said. Jarrah was only five when his grandma died but he still holds fond memories of her close to his heart. 'We always used to go to her house in Subiaco and just muck around the garden,' he said. 'She'd put out these little crystals and we would have to find them. She would be sitting on the couch outside and we would run up to her and show her when we found them. 'Purple was her favourite colour so we would try to find those first, but I remember she would always say they were super rare.' Jarrah is jumping with his best friend James O'Sullivan — who is scared of heights — in Jurien Bay just days before their Year 11 midyear exams. Credit: Andrew Ritchie / The West Australian Jarrah is jumping with his best friend James O'Sullivan — who is scared of heights — in Jurien Bay just days before their Year 11 midyear exams. The pair have already raised more than $4000 but are hoping to hit their target of $5000 before the big day. This will mark the first year the event is running as Leap for Life but Breast Cancer Care WA said the new name did not erase the memory of Jane. 'This skydive remains a celebration of Jane's courage and her dedication to helping those impacted by breast cancer,' a spokesperson said. 'Though the event is now called Leap for Life, we remain deeply committed to honouring the memory of Jane Loring. 'Jane was a valued board member of Breast Cancer Care WA, whose adventurous spirit and passion for supporting others shone brightly. Her legacy continues to inspire us.'
Miami Herald
29-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Lucky lottery player wins life-changing prize in Virginia. ‘My eyes came out!'
A Virginia lottery player won a life-changing jackpot from an online game, lottery officials said. Samer Jarrah remembers thinking 'maybe I'm going to get some luck today,' he told lottery officials. Then, he won a jackpot in the Monopoly Super Spin worth more than $2.8 million, the Virginia Lottery said in a May 29 news release. 'My eyes came out!' he told lottery officials when he claimed his prize. Jarrah said he felt so light he was going to fly, the lottery said. The odds of winning a jackpot in the Monopoly Super Spin vary by ticket price, which ranges between 50 cents and $50, according to the game's web page. The overall odds of winning are 1 in 3.88, the lottery said. The estimated jackpot as of May 29 is more than $1.2 million, lottery officials said.
Arab Times
13-02-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait keen to develop strategic relations with China across all fields
KUWAIT CITY, Feb 13: On Wednesday, Deputy Foreign Minister Ambassador Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah reaffirmed Kuwait's commitment to enhancing its strategic relations with China across all sectors. The goal is to fulfill the aspirations of both countries' leaderships and peoples while contributing to regional and global security, stability, prosperity, and development. Sheikh Jarrah's remarks were made during a speech at the Chinese Embassy in Kuwait, held to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the historic visit of the late Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to China in 1965. In his speech, Sheikh Jarrah noted that the late Amir's visit, while serving as Minister of Finance, Trade, and Industry at the time, was a pivotal moment for Kuwaiti-Chinese relations. He likened the visit to the famous Chinese proverb: "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." This visit marked the "first step" in establishing diplomatic ties between the two nations, which were officially formed in 1971 with the exchange of embassies. Sheikh Jarrah pointed out that Kuwait became the first Gulf Arab state to establish such ties, effectively becoming China's gateway to the Gulf region. The Deputy Foreign Minister emphasized that this visit laid the foundation for what has since become a long-lasting and evolving partnership between the two nations. The relationship has grown over the decades, thanks to the persistent efforts of both Kuwaiti and Chinese officials, despite the geographical distance. Sheikh Jarrah underscored that this relationship has transcended formal diplomacy, becoming a true friendship built on shared values such as mutual respect, fruitful cooperation, and a common drive for development and prosperity. These values align with the principles outlined in the United Nations Charter and international law, setting an example for how countries can engage constructively. The Deputy Foreign Minister also recalled the successful visits by His Highness the late Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to Beijing in 2018, and more recently, the historic visit of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to China in September 2023. These visits marked a major milestone in strengthening bilateral relations, opening a new chapter in the story of Kuwaiti-Chinese cooperation, and showcasing a "promising and bright future" for both nations. Sheikh Jarrah affirmed that the relationship between Kuwait and China has seen significant development across various sectors over the years, and he stressed the responsibility of both nations to build upon the strong foundations established by their leaders over the decades. Ambassador Zhang Jianwei of the People's Republic of China echoed these sentiments, highlighting that the 1965 visit of the late Amir was the first by a high-ranking Kuwaiti official to China. He called it the cornerstone for establishing diplomatic relations between the two countries. Ambassador Jianwei emphasized that over the past six decades, the two countries have continually supported each other, nurturing a friendship based on mutual trust and partnership for common development. He also acknowledged the growing strategic relationship, noting that China has become Kuwait's largest trading partner for 10 consecutive years. This is a result of successful practical cooperation, including Kuwait's opening of its second foreign investment office in Shanghai and China becoming the second largest source of foreign direct investment in Kuwait. Additionally, he pointed out the completion of major projects undertaken by Chinese companies, such as the new headquarters of the Central Bank of Kuwait and the university city, which have further strengthened the ties between the two nations. Ambassador Zhang concluded by expressing confidence that, through ongoing mutual visits and long-term cooperation, Kuwait and China will continue to elevate their relationship to even greater heights.
