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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Simple bin mistake forces entire truckload of recycling to be dumped in landfill
Aussies have been issued a stark reminder of 'what NOT to do' when it comes to recycling, with a shocking video showing how just one incorrectly disposed of item can have a devastating impact on the environment. On the Cassowary Coast, south of Cairns, a recycling truck's entire load had to be sent to landfill due to contamination. Inside the truck were items that had been wrongfully put inside yellow bins, including plastic bags and food scraps. Councillor Ellen Jessup told Yahoo News the dumping was a "shame" and said the region had recently undergone a major change, swapping 'wet waste' and 'dry waste' bins for red general waste and yellow recycling bins. "Our now recycling bin, the yellow-lid bin, used to have a green lid on it, and that was for your dry waste. So people were used to doing that, and now telling them that it's co-mingled recycling, and what to put in that bin, they're still not sure," she said. "There's a lot of room for improvement." Cr Jessop said council is trying to educate residents and help to break old habits, like bagging up items before binning them. "If we're going to bag things and put them into the recycling bin, it's contaminated from the start, because the soft plastics cannot go into the recycling," she said. "So if we can educate them to put loose items in, such as your cardboard, tins, bottles, those sort of things, that's a big outcome and it cuts down the amount of soft plastics that shouldn't be there." Any residents who are unsure of what can and can't be recycled can download the Recycle Mate app, which allows you to search for any product and it will tell you which bin it belongs in. There is also the option to put in your address and local council to make sure the information is right for your area. Find out more about the app here. On Facebook, Cassowary Coast Council said some of the most common items found in the wrong bins are: Soft plastics, like chip packets and cling wrap Food scraps Tiny items, like bread tags and bottle caps Hazardous items, like batteries and chemicals Bagged items A survey by waste management giant Veolia found that on average, Aussies were stumped more than 40 per cent of the time when it came to deciding which bin to use. With disposable of coffee cups, a staggering 77 per cent were unsure about which bin they should go in (spoiler alert – it's the red general waste bin). It's a similar story with vapes and e-cigarettes, with 78 per cent confused about where to put them. With these items, batteries can be hazardous to dispose of in any kerbside bin, so it is best to seek out alternative disposal or collection points. Other stumpers were bamboo and wood cutlery, with 63 per cent thinking they are recyclable, and biodegradable plastic bags, confusing 58 per cent of Aussies. All of these items should go in the general waste bin. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
The Age
29-04-2025
- Politics
- The Age
The prince, the pauper, perp and other Patriots in the Trumpet
Jessop was charged but said he would fight the charges. 'I will stop at nothing short of a complete, unconditional discharge,' he told the ABC. 'I have got no criminal record of any kind whatsoever in my whole life. I am 70 years old, all right, I'm not about to start now.' Major political parties run thorough checks on their candidates, and would not generally choose a candidate who faced criminal charges or held a criminal record. They also steer clear of candidates who have been struck off as company directors. Repeated attempts to contact the party's media spokesman, Andrew Crook, were not returned. But other Trumpet candidates include Gabrial Pennicott, a 'devoted Christian, family man and community leader' and former conman who was extradited from Canada in 2011 and spent three years in jail. The Gold Coast businessman is also discharged bankrupt and banned from practising in the financial services industry by the Australian Financial Securities Association. In South Australia, Mark Aldridge resigned from the party on Tuesday over its spam text messages, but had been recruited despite being banned from holding a firearm in 2017 for threatening to shoot hoon drivers. In Victoria, Milton Wilde is a former bankrupt who has since staved off two further attempts to bankrupt him. Even party leader Suellen Marree Wrightson has been guilty of mid-range drink-driving, though no conviction was recorded. Loading Allan Taruste, a Woy Woy pastor and IT specialist who has been convicted of nine driving offences mostly involving either failing to stop or stopping in the wrong place, said his background had been checked by Trumpet of Patriots staff and they were aware of his past. 'My speeding tickets have all been sorted,' he said. 'I haven't killed anyone or anything like that.' He said he was chosen as a candidate after responding to an advertisement by Clive Palmer, and will be campaigning on nuclear energy and gender identity issues. Then there is David Sarikaya, a convicted fraudster and former bankrupt who the Health Care Complaints Commission [HCCC] warned the public in 2023 may be providing counselling services despite being the subject of a prohibition order. Sarikaya's biography was removed from the Trumpet of Patriots website on Tuesday and he told the Herald he was not allowed to talk to the media, though no ban appears to have been placed on his social media activity. On Tuesday, he alleged on Facebook that journalists from the Herald and the ABC were part of a joint criminal enterprise and engaged in a 'media assassination plot'. His allegations followed questions from the media about his bona fides. This masthead's chief investigative reporter, Kate McClymont, queried the vetting processes for Trumpet of Patriot candidates on social media last week, pointing out that he had previously called her a 'vile and rotten person' who was likely to receive a visit from Azrael, the angel of death. He responded: 'This WOMBAT is a blood sucking leech and certifiably crazy!' He has since encouraged anyone who had been affected by her reporting to give him a call, specifically mentioning nightclub owner and self-described 'King of the Cross' John Ibrahim. Sarikaya, also known as David Kaye, was banned by the HCCC from providing mental health services in 2016 after he was found to have falsely held himself out to be a psychologist. He bought his PhD for $250 from the American College of Metaphysical Theology. But Sarikaya accused the HCCC of a 'protracted racially motivated character assassination campaign' in a letter to the NSW Premier Chris Minns last year, in which he also described himself as a member of the Labor Party. It is an accusation that may resonate with his fellow candidate Ganesh Loke, who sued the Department of Education in 2015 for racial discrimination after a video he had prepared as a teacher at Birrong Boys High School was not selected to be shown at the school assembly, and because he had been placed on a teacher improvement program. The claim was dismissed. Loke describes himself as an entrepreneur, actor, movie producer, educator and social activist, and is campaigning for affordable housing, public transport upgrades and better access to healthcare in Parramatta. He has also taken action against two real estate agencies and a hair replacement clinic.
Sydney Morning Herald
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
The prince, the pauper, perp and other Patriots in the Trumpet
Jessop was charged but said he would fight the charges. 'I will stop at nothing short of a complete, unconditional discharge,' he told the ABC. 'I have got no criminal record of any kind whatsoever in my whole life. I am 70 years old, all right, I'm not about to start now.' Major political parties run thorough checks on their candidates, and would not generally choose a candidate who faced criminal charges or held a criminal record. They also steer clear of candidates who have been struck off as company directors. Repeated attempts to contact the party's media spokesman, Andrew Crook, were not returned. But other Trumpet candidates include Gabrial Pennicott, a 'devoted Christian, family man and community leader' and former conman who was extradited from Canada in 2011 and spent three years in jail. The Gold Coast businessman is also discharged bankrupt and banned from practising in the financial services industry by the Australian Financial Securities Association. In South Australia, Mark Aldridge resigned from the party on Tuesday over its spam text messages, but had been recruited despite being banned from holding a firearm in 2017 for threatening to shoot hoon drivers. In Victoria, Milton Wilde is a former bankrupt who has since staved off two further attempts to bankrupt him. Even party leader Suellen Marree Wrightson has been guilty of mid-range drink-driving, though no conviction was recorded. Loading Allan Taruste, a Woy Woy pastor and IT specialist who has been convicted of nine driving offences mostly involving either failing to stop or stopping in the wrong place, said his background had been checked by Trumpet of Patriots staff and they were aware of his past. 'My speeding tickets have all been sorted,' he said. 'I haven't killed anyone or anything like that.' He said he was chosen as a candidate after responding to an advertisement by Clive Palmer, and will be campaigning on nuclear energy and gender identity issues. Then there is David Sarikaya, a convicted fraudster and former bankrupt who the Health Care Complaints Commission [HCCC] warned the public in 2023 may be providing counselling services despite being the subject of a prohibition order. Sarikaya's biography was removed from the Trumpet of Patriots website on Tuesday and he told the Herald he was not allowed to talk to the media, though no ban appears to have been placed on his social media activity. On Tuesday, he alleged on Facebook that journalists from the Herald and the ABC were part of a joint criminal enterprise and engaged in a 'media assassination plot'. His allegations followed questions from the media about his bona fides. This masthead's chief investigative reporter, Kate McClymont, queried the vetting processes for Trumpet of Patriot candidates on social media last week, pointing out that he had previously called her a 'vile and rotten person' who was likely to receive a visit from Azrael, the angel of death. He responded: 'This WOMBAT is a blood sucking leech and certifiably crazy!' He has since encouraged anyone who had been affected by her reporting to give him a call, specifically mentioning nightclub owner and self-described 'King of the Cross' John Ibrahim. Sarikaya, also known as David Kaye, was banned by the HCCC from providing mental health services in 2016 after he was found to have falsely held himself out to be a psychologist. He bought his PhD for $250 from the American College of Metaphysical Theology. But Sarikaya accused the HCCC of a 'protracted racially motivated character assassination campaign' in a letter to the NSW Premier Chris Minns last year, in which he also described himself as a member of the Labor Party. It is an accusation that may resonate with his fellow candidate Ganesh Loke, who sued the Department of Education in 2015 for racial discrimination after a video he had prepared as a teacher at Birrong Boys High School was not selected to be shown at the school assembly, and because he had been placed on a teacher improvement program. The claim was dismissed. Loke describes himself as an entrepreneur, actor, movie producer, educator and social activist, and is campaigning for affordable housing, public transport upgrades and better access to healthcare in Parramatta. He has also taken action against two real estate agencies and a hair replacement clinic.
Chicago Tribune
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Of Notoriety: ‘Titanic Survivor' play in Munster and ‘Anastasia' rules the stage at VU
Violet Jessop was a career woman rarity at the turn of the century, working as a female cabin maid crew member of luxury steamship liners crossing the Atlantic Ocean. At her death of age 83 in 1971, she also found later life fame and is best known as having survived both the sinking of the HMHS Britannic and her sister ship the RMS Titanic. As a first-class maid, just 20, she was one of the few female staff members to secure a lifeboat seat. Actor and historian Leslie Goddard has returned to the Theatre at the Center stage in Munster to share this true account of the twin nautical disasters Jessop survived in vivid and fascinating detail and facts with audiences in her one-woman play 'Violet Jessop: Titanic Survivor,' playing now through Sunday. Audiences learn the incredible accounts of Jessop as she tells her unforgettable stories of these terrifying disasters and gives a fascinating glimpse at life behind the scenes on the most glamorous luxury liners of their day. Tickets are $40 and available at the box office by calling 219-836-3255 or visiting For an additional $30, guests can add a pre-show Titanic-themed meal inspired by the final dinner served on that fateful night, as presented by 10Forty Banquets and Catering Inc. on Sunday before the matinee performance. This historic multi-course themed dinner includes Beef Barley Soup, Roast Chicken Breast, Lyonnaise Château Potatoes, Creamed Carrots and a dessert of French Custard Éclair with Berries. 'Killing Monsters' Chicago Street Theatre will take audiences on a quest to the farthest realms of the imagination April 4 through 19 in its production of Qui Nguyen's 'She Kills Monsters.' A stage face-to-face encounter with courageous heroes, dark villains, swords and dragons, it is inspired by the game series 'Dungeons and Dragons.' The story of 'She Kills Monsters' revolves around sisters Tilly and Agnes Evans who were never really close when Tilly was alive but after she died in a car crash, Agnes discovers her notebook and her love for D&D. Immersing herself in fantasy gaming, she finds a way to escape her real-life struggles of fitting in at school and bullying over her sexuality. Debuting off-Broadway in late 2011 and later winning the American Alliance for Theatre and Education's Distinguished Play award in 2013, 'She Kills Monsters' has grown enormously popular with teenagers and young adults and has been a favorite performed at many high schools and colleges in a version known as the 'Young Adventures Edition.' It runs for nine performances; Thursday, April 17, will be a costume night for audience members to wear their favorite Dungeons and Dragons attire. Tickets are $22 for adults, $20 for seniors 62 and older and students under 21, as well as military members with ID, and $17 each for groups of 10 or more people. Chicago Street Theatre is located at 154 W. Chicago St. in Valparaiso. Call 219-464-1636 or visit A royal performance Valparaiso University's Department of Theatre has 'Anastasia' for the spring 2025 musical April 3 to April 5 at the Center for the Arts on campus. The historical nod and tale of adventure, identity and perseverance is directed by Keri Burman Castro with musical direction by Daniel Evan Castro. Based on the animated 1997 film by Tony Award winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty, and Lynn Ahrens, and adapted for the stage, 'Anastasia' follows a young woman searching for her past, set against the backdrop of post-revolutionary Russia and 1920s Paris. Along the way, she finds herself pursued by a Soviet officer while forming unexpected alliances with a dashing con man and an ex-aristocrat. Featuring a sweeping musical score and visually stunning design, the production captures the magic and emotion of Anya's journey. Tickets for the two-hour and one 15-minute musical are $15 for adults and $10 for senior citizens and $10 for non-VU students and are available online at or by calling 219-464-6950. Something funny George Wallace, J. Anthony Brown, Ted Carpenter, and Michael Colyar bring their trademark humor and timeless wit to the stage for one night only 7 p.m. March 29. It's an unforgettable night of laughter as four of the most iconic comedians in the industry come together for their 'Legends of Comedy' show playing center stage at Hard Rock Northern Indiana Casino at 5400 W. 29th Ave. on the Hard Rock Live main stage. Led by Colyar, the veteran comedian, actor, and motivational speaker, he boasts a career spanning more than three decades. Known for his unique blend of comedy, storytelling, and heartfelt messages, Colyar spans stand-up comedy, television and film. Tickets start at $55 by calling 219-228-2383;
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Thinking about creatine supplements for your workout? Here's what you need to know
Darren Candow has taken creatine almost every day for over two decades. He says the supplement helps during intense workouts and helps him combat grogginess while travelling, especially after long international flights. Candow is a kinesiology professor and director of the University of Regina's Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory, and is an adviser for two supplement companies that produce creatine. He's part of a large group of health experts who say that decades of research supports taking between two to five grams of creatine per day to increase musculoskeletal strength and performance. More recent research suggests these supplements might have cognitive benefits, too. "Creatine is probably one of the most effective supplements to consume from a muscle performance perspective," Candow told Dr. Brian Goldman, host of CBC's The Dose. Taking too much, though, could lead to gastrointestinal distress, including nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. And it may be linked to body dysmorphia in boys and men. Here's what you need to know about the benefits and risks of creatine, and how to use it safely. What is creatine? Discovered in the 1830s, creatine is a naturally occurring compound produced in the liver, pancreas, and kidneys that helps provide energy to the muscles and brain. We can get additional creatine by eating protein-rich foods like red meat and seafood, says registered dietitian Katie Jessop, who works with the Toronto FC. We can also get the compound through supplements. Roughly half of what we need comes from dietary sources, says Jessop. Red meat is the best source, but fatty, cold-water fish including mackerel, herring and sardines are good sources, as well. Poultry provides some, but cheese has the least among animal proteins, says Candow. WATCH | Research on risks of excessive supplements wins 3-minute thesis competition: Research shows that vegans get very little dietary creatine, drawing instead on their body's natural supply. Candow says roughly 15 to 30 per cent of people are creatine non-responders, who won't see any of the usual benefits of creatine supplementation. That could be because they already have high creatine levels, or lower stores due to age. Women also may have less overall creatine than men, which might "blunt their response" to supplementation. Taking too much creatine — typically more than 0.3 grams per kilogram of body weight per day — can sometimes lead to gastrointestinal distress, including nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. How does creatine improve musculoskeletal performance? "One of the things that creatine does is it helps our muscles run more efficiently by changing or reducing the acidic environment in our muscles," Jessop said. Research suggests that taking the supplement can provide a boost during high-intensity tasks like weight training. "On average, if you just perform weight training and you do it for maybe four to six weeks, you probably get about an eight to 10 per cent improvement in muscle mass," said Candow. Jessop says creatine supplements work best combined with exercise and a healthy diet. However, she says they can also help athlete recovering from injuries, by helping maintain muscle during a break from exercise. Creatine supplements can also help older adults avoid conditions like sarcopenia, which can lead to losses in muscle strength, mass and performance, says Candow. A 2022 review found that combining the supplements with resistance training increased lean body mass by roughly 1.1 kilograms in adults, regardless of age. Research also suggests taking creatine might slow bone mineral density loss and reduce the amount of bone tissue that's broken down and absorbed by the body. However, more research needs to be done to verify these results. Are there brain benefits? Though its effects require further study, some research suggests creatine could improve cognition, specifically short-term memory and reasoning. A 2024 study found that creatine supplements "may confer beneficial effects on cognitive function in adults, particularly in the domains of memory, attention time, and information processing speed," though further validation trials are needed. Candow says they seem to be particularly beneficial for individuals whose brains are under stress. "For example, sleep deprivation, hypoxia [a form of oxygen deficiency], getting individuals to do a really mentally fatiguing task, that's where creatine seems to come to the rescue." How much creatine should I take per day? Creatine supplements come in various forms, but a 2021 study suggests a kind called creatine monohydrate is best. Candow, who co-authored that study, says this is simply a water molecule linked to creatine. Once consumed, the water molecule dissolves and the creatine left most closely resembles the kind that we produce naturally. Experts recommend that people who want to take creatine supplements should consume two to five grams a day, roughly equal to the creatine in 1.1 kilograms of uncooked beef. Candow adds that some athletes may take roughly 20 grams of the supplement a day for five to seven days, to saturate their muscles with it. However, this can lead to grastrointestinal issues. WATCH | New natural health product regulations will drive up prices, vendors say: He recommends starting with two to three grams a day and slowly increasing the dosage. "From a clinical pathology perspective, we've looked at kidney and liver enzymes, blood cell count, heart [health] and we don't see any adverse effects even at higher dosages up to about 11 grams of [creatine] monohydrate a day for two years," said Candow. He says people should consult with a physician if they have concerns. Candow also noted that there are few studies that assess its long-term effects beyond four to six months. Links between creatine use and muscle dysmorphia While creatine supplements are considered safe by many health experts, a growing body of evidence links muscle and body dysmorphia in boys and men with the use of performance-enhancing substances, including the relatively benign creatine. Kyle Ganson, an assistant social work professor at the University of Toronto, says his research shows that young people who consume creatine supplements showed higher levels of muscle dysmorphia symptoms compared to those who don't take it. "I would never say that creatine is the cause [of body dysmorphia]," he said. "But what we do know is that there is something about the use of creatine that contributes to some degree to muscle dysmorphia symptoms." That includes the belief that one's muscles aren't big enough or strong enough, despite outward appearances to the contrary, as well as an intense desire for bigger muscles, leading to distress. People considering creatine or any other dietary supplement should focus on a healthy diet and exercise first, said Ganson. He adds that supplements aren't well regulated in Canada, with bodies like Health Canada relying on industry to "prove efficacy and safety." Ganson says people should still exercise caution.
