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GMA Network
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
The Fray is coming to Manila in December for 'How to Save a Life: 20th Anniversary' tour
The Fray is returning to Manila this December! The American rock band is set to hold their "How to Save a Life: 20th Anniversary" tour on December 12 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, according to Midas Promotions. The ticket prices are as follows: VIP - 7,500 Patron A - 6,500 Patron B - 6,000 Lower Box A - 5,000 Lower Box B - 4,000 Upper Box - 2,500 Tickets will go on sale starting May 30 via Ticketnet online and outlets nationwide. The Fray is composed of vocalist Joe King, guitarist Dave Welsh, and drummer Ben Wysocki. 'How to Save a Life,' released in 2005, features some of The Fray's now-classic songs like the title track, 'Over My Head (Cable Car),' 'Look After You,' 'All at Once,' and 'She Is.' The band last had a concert in Manila in 2012 at the Big Dome. —Nika Roque/CDC, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Crews Make Significant Progress on Volusia County Brush Fire; Burn Ban Now in Effect
Firefighters have made significant progress overnight in battling a large brush fire near Ranchette and Holly roads, west of New Smyrna Beach. What was a 105-acre blaze with only 5% containment last night is now reported to be **more than 80% contained**, according to the latest updates from Volusia County Fire Rescue and the Florida Forest Service. Our crew got an up-close look at the firefighting efforts this morning, riding along with the Florida Forest Service as they worked to aggressively contain what is now a 270-plus acre fire. Heavy dozers could be seen tearing through thick brush to widen existing fire lines, a crucial tactic to prevent the flames from spreading further, especially near residential areas. 'They are widening the fire lines to stop the fire from progressing,' explained Deputy Chief Sean Gallagher with the Florida Forest Service. He added that after smaller plows create an initial line, 'we send in these heavy dozers to widen the line... wide enough so that the flame won't just lean across our line and start a fire on the other side.' The biggest concern for crews continues to be the fire burning behind homes in the area. While no evacuations are currently in place, Volusia County Fire Rescue units remain on standby to protect structures if needed. The intense heat of the fire has also impacted infrastructure, with FPL crews on scene assessing damage to power poles. **Burn Ban Now Active** As of **12:01 a.m. today, Wednesday, April 16th**, a county-wide outdoor burn ban is now in effect for the unincorporated areas of Volusia County, as well as Oak Hill, Lake Helen, and Pierson. This ban prohibits all outdoor burning unless specifically authorized by the Florida Forest Service. This includes burning yard waste, paper products, campfires, and cooking fires in open pits. Contained gas or charcoal grills are still permitted for cooking. Volusia County Fire Chief Joe King stated the ban is necessary due to severe drought conditions, with the county's Keetch-Byram Drought Index at a concerning 517. Violators of the burn ban could face fines up to $500 and/or jail time. Officials are urging all residents to be extremely cautious and to follow wildfire safety tips, including properly disposing of cigarettes, avoiding parking hot cars on dry grass, and ensuring equipment has working spark arresters. Crews will continue to work towards full containment of the brush fire today. Stay with WFTV Channel 9 Eyewitness News for the latest updates on this developing situation. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
Yahoo
24-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Penn State's Thon sets new record, raises more than $17M to help fight childhood cancer
Penn State's IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon broke another fundraising record this year, raising $17,737,040.93 toward the fight against pediatric cancer. The 2025 total was revealed Sunday afternoon, after more than 700 dancers inside the Bryce Jordan Center sat down for the first time in 46 hours. As each number was revealed for the yearlong fundraising effort, the BJC erupted in cheers — from the thousands of students on the floor to the crowds packing the arena. This year's efforts beat the $16.95 million raised in 2024 by nearly $800,000. It makes more than $250 million raised by Thon since 1977. Thon's sole beneficiary is Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children's Hospital in Hershey, and the money raised ensures that families never see a medical bill or the financial burden of cancer, Thon's website states. Donations also help fund cancer research. The first night of Thon was headlined by the Grammy-nominated band The Fray, playing hits like 'Look After You' and 'How to Save a Life.' Joe King, the lead singer, raised the spirits of the dancers three hours into the event. 'It's an incredible, incredible cause — we are thankful to be here to participate in this incredible moment,' he told the crowd on Friday night. On the second day, the pep rally and the kids and teen's talent show were among highlights. 'Thon is more than just a weekend, it's a lifestyle that brings us together,' Sam Coffey, a Penn State alum who's an Olympic gold medalist and National Women's Soccer League player, said in a video message to the BJC. Later on Saturday night, dancers received a total of 20,938 letters from family and friends. Every dancer got at least one letter, for the biggest total in the event's history. Sunday featured the emotional 'family hour' where Thon families share their stories, before dancers were told at 4 p.m. that they could finally sit. The total reveal also included the organizations and individuals that raised the most money toward the Thon 2025 total. The independent couple that raised the most was Brooke and Jordan Petrone, with more than $51,000 raised. The commonwealth campus that raised the most was Fayette, with $76,046.43. The general organization that raised the most was Phi Gamma Nu with $269,881.89. The Greek organization that raised the most was Alpha Tau Omega and Zeta Tau Alpha, with $529,003.97. The special interest organization that raised the most was Atlas with a total of $224,275.80. The committee that raised the most was Thon Family Relations.
