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Yahoo
19 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
SSU's Gloster signs with Germany's VIMODROM Baskets Jena
PORTSMOUTH —Shawnee State graduate Cianna Gloster, who was an All-River States Conference selection in both seasons she played with the SSU women's basketball program, has signed a professional contract to play women's basketball for Germany's USV Vimodrom Baskets Jena —the organization announced on Monday. Gloster was a First-Team all-RSC selection during the 2024-25 season, and led Shawnee State back to the NAIA National Tournament for the first time since 2021. Advertisement Gloster, who is arguably the best rebounding forward in the history of the Shawnee State women's basketball program, was a force as the Bears went 48-15 during her time in the lineup. Gloster averaged 13.5 points, 12.1 rebounds, 2.9 steals and 1.2 blocks over the course of her time at Shawnee State. She shot 56.1-percent from the field during her Shawnee State career and scored 1,029 career collegiate points — 849 of those coming at Shawnee State in two seasons, after transferring from Rochester Christian (Mich.). The six-foot forward from Flint, Mich. was named as a First-Team all-RSC selection after averaging 15.1 points, 11.7 rebounds and three steals while shooting 55.4-percent from the field. Advertisement Gloster spearheaded the RSC's top defensive unit, as the Bears ultimately won as many as 20 consecutive games to run the RSC table during the regular season —while advancing to the 2025 RSC Championship Game. Gloster then led Shawnee State to an NAIA Opening Round victory over Loyola (La.) 70-62, before dropping a scant 71-66 decision to No. 5-ranked Cumberlands (Ky.) in the NAIA Second Round. She finished her career as not only a First-Team all-RSC honoree, but a 2025 CSC-NAIA Academic All-District selection —who played in and started each of Shawnee State's 63 games. In 43 of those 63 contests, Gloster posted a double-double. Advertisement USV Vimodrom Baskets Jena, which plays in the German Regionalliga League, went 14-0 last season in the league's SouthEast-North Division —winning the division by five games. Players which have suited up for USV Vimodrom Baskets Jena include Celeste Mershmister, who played at Rochester Christian and was a former college teammate of Gloster's, and 6-5 center Marta Miscenko, who was a First-Team All-South Atlantic Conference talent at NCAA Division II Wingate (N.C.). For more on the Shawnee State women's basketball program, please visit or
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
With Shatec cutting back operations, what's next for the hospitality sector?
With Shatec scaling down its operations, it's time for Singapore to pursue more sustainable, human-centred strategies for the hospitality industry. In 2017, Hotel Jen introduced Jeno and Jena – two robots designed to handle in-room dining orders – at their two properties in Singapore. They can ride elevators and greet guests upon arrival. Other Singaporean hotels, such as M Social and Marina Bay Sands, have also turned to automation. This is in response to a major problem: an acute recruitment and retention problem in the hospitality industry.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- New Indian Express
Odisha Police rescue abducted minor girl from Telangana, kidnapper held
KENDRAPARA: After a seven-week-long search, Kendrapara police on Saturday rescued the 16-year-old girl, who was reportedly kidnapped on May 27, from Telangana. The minor was found living in the house of accused Rajendra Jena (25) who worked at a spinning mill in Telangana. Jena was arrested on charges of kidnapping and raping the girl. Additional SP Debashis Dhal said Jena was booked under sections 140 and 70 (2) of BNS along with sections 4 and 6 of the POCSO Act. He was produced in court on Sunday and remanded in judicial custody after his bail plea was rejected. The girl, a Class X student, was on way to the local market when she was allegedly kidnapped. Her father filed an FIR in Tantiapala police station on May 28, naming Jena as the suspect. The case hogged limelight after the girl's 50-year-old father attempted suicide by consuming poison on Wednesday, alleging inaction of police in tracing his daughter. He is currently battling for life at a private hospital in Cuttack. Following the intervention of Home department, which directed the DGP and the Kendrapara SP to take immediate action, police launched a coordinated operation based on call detail records and technical surveillance and traced Jena to Telangana. The girl was rescued from his house and he was arrested.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Health
- New Indian Express
No ray of hope for patients as official machinations stall BMT at Odisha's SCB MCH
Meanwhile, the state health administration seems to be engaged in what appears to be an elaborate ploy of delay and diversion. On July 11, when the Orissa High Court took note of a TNIE news report on the situation of BMT at SCB MCH, state Health secretary Aswathy S, appearing virtually, assured that steps are being taken to restart the procedure immediately under the supervision of a retired faculty of AIIMS-Bhubaneswar Dr PK Das. One associate professor and two assistant professors of the clinical haematology department are technically qualified to conduct the bone marrow transplant and will be mentored by Dr Das to restart BMT, she told the court. But the plan has not moved an inch since. And, here lies the catch: BMT is not a short-term skill, it requires at least a year of intensive hands-on training under strict international protocols. What is worse and contrary to the submissions of the Health secretary in the high court is the SCB MCH's admission that none of the faculty members of the haematology department including the above three possess any formal training, experience, or certification in BMT procedure. Citing this, the SCB MCH superintendent has written to the DMET seeking facilitation of training process including selection of institute and finances. However, sources said, 'Restarting BMT on the basis of fresh training will take a minimum of one year, possibly more. By then, many more Saritas will be lost.' Meanwhile, Health minister Mukesh Mahaling and the Health secretary also do not seem to be on the same page. Despite the minister, in a recent note to the secretary, directing expeditious steps for re-engagement of Prof Jena in the larger interest of patients, patient care and haematology students, no action has been forthcoming. As per usual practice, a professor after retirement is re-engaged on contractual basis for at least a period of four years till he attains 70. In case of Prof Jena, the Health department relieved him after just one year in March this year. Health secretary Aswathy S did not respond to calls and messages from TNIE for her comments on the issue.
Belfast Telegraph
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
From seeing the sights to hitting Arcadia for matcha, WAGs of golf stars soak up The Open in Portrush
Some have been taking day trips to our top tourist spots; others have been adjusting to a slightly cooler summer climate, layering up to cope with the inclement weather on the North Coast. American actress and model Jena Sims, wife of golfer Brooks Koepka, seems to be enjoying her visit to Portrush, sharing some amusing social media videos. In a post to her 108,000 TikTok fans after the couple arrived, the star gave followers a glimpse of the vista from her bedroom and commented on the 'insane view' before showing the other side, where cows could be seen lying in a field. Resharing a video suggesting that such a sight indicates imminent rain, Jena added the caption 'These cows are going to be my meteorologists for the week' — before the heavens opened. 'This is classic British Open weather,' she commented. The 2025 Sports Illustrated swimsuit model also shared a TikTok of her dancing with fellow WAGs Presleigh Schultz, Alayna Finau and Juju Chan, which was captioned: 'When the younger hot golf WAGS want to do TikToks. She has also shared her haul of official Open merchandise, wearing a Varsity-style jumper , and says Portrush is a special place for her and her husband, stating that Brooks' caddie was born and raised in Northern Ireland, where good friend Graeme McDowell also hails. The weather seems to be a little problematic for Jena, though: one video shows her wearing approximately seven layers of clothing and jokingly asking if that would be enough to watch the golf. Before heading out to watch husband Brooks tee-off on day one of the Open, Jena shared that she had picked out 'super-cute outfits' but wasn't wearing any of them as it was 'colder than she thought'. Meanwhile, Tony Finau's wife, Alayna Finau, has been visiting the local sights, including Dunluce Castle, with friends, adding that pictures and videos don't do the views justice. A trip to Dunseverick Falls was also on the cards before the mum-of-six crossed Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Alayna also revealed that while she wanted to go to bed at 8pm on Wednesday night, the couple instead went to the beach for a swim. Like her friend Jena, Alayna also seems to be cautious of the NI weather, sharing a video of herself putting her hair in braids because 'it probably will rain'. She also has shared fun TikTok videos of herself and fellow WAGs dancing, while another video post shows her doing her make-up as her husband lies in bed beside her. Erica Stoll, meanwhile, is said to be supporting husband Rory McIlroy with daughter Poppy at The Open. The 37-year-old was working for the PGA when she met the Northern Irishman and is said to understand the pressures of his sport. The couple married in 2017 and separated last year. Rory reportedly filed for divorce and then made a surprise U-turn. Unlike the other WAGs, Erica is staying away from social media during the championship, but fans are hoping to catch a glimpse of the family as the tournament draws to an end. Elsewhere, Alison Clarke has been supporting husband Darren Clarke on the golf course. Being from Portrush, she is better prepared for the weather. The former Miss NI and founder of ACA Models posted a video on Instagram showing some of her and Darren's best moments from June as the pair counted down to The Open. Highlights included special memories from Wisconsin, the Bahamas, Akron, Colorado and Alison's birthday. We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. Please review your details and accept them to load the content Julianna 'Juju' R Chan has made a series of videos about attending The Open with boyfriend Sahith Theegala. The couple have been dating since attending university in 2017 where Juju excelled in swimming while Sahith went from strength to strength in golf. The content creator posted a video in which she tried 'UK candy' and visited Portrush's Arcadia for matcha. She also posted a 'get ready with me' video where she chatted about Sahith's journey to The Open and how much she has been enjoying her time in Portrush. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ireland 🇮🇪 Travel | Hotels | Food | Tips 🍀 (@ In another video, Juju visited the Giant's Causeway and made a wish at the famous rock formation. 'The walk down was about a mile but the views were gorgeous and absolutely worth it,' she said. Presleigh Schultz, who is engaged to Akshay Bhatia, has made some TikToks alongside Juju. In one video, Presleigh mines: 'What do you do for living?' Juju mines a reply: 'I shop, drink matcha, go to Pilates and stay beautiful — that's what I do.' Akshay proposed to Presleigh in 2023 after dating for two years. Aside from making golf-related content, Presleigh often caddies for her fiancé. She shared a photo of Akshay teeing off in intense rain with the caption 'Ideal golf weather'. Another WAG caddie is Helen Storey, wife of Lee Westwood. Helen shared a snap of the pair laughing together on the golf course, which was captioned 'All smiles for Team Westwood'. She has also posted Instagram Stories showcasing panoramic views over the greens.
