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King serenaded by Meghan and Harry's wedding singers at SXSW London
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video King Charles braved the rain in east London today visiting the city's first ever SXSW festival. The Kingdom Choir, who performed at the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's wedding in 2018, sang to Charles while he toured the event in Shoreditch. Charles kept himself dry holding an umbrella while meeting key figures in the creative arts and technology industries. This week, London has been filled with thousands people attending SXSW, a conference that began in Texas but has evolved into a broader cultural festival. The focal point of Charles's was the immersive art installation, centred around sustainability, a subject which the King is passionate about. The exhibit, made by London artist Damien Roach, is called Grounding. It utilises AI and data to transform landscape images, reflecting the natural world's constant adaptation and evolution. In a previous video address, Charles compared the rise of AI to the discovery of electricity, the splitting of the atom, and the creation of the internet. He went on to meet speakers for a panel session called 'Love the Earth', before visiting Spitalfields to see an art exhibition from Caribbean artists, about British Art and Culture. SXSW has been in full swing all week. SXSW CEO Max Alexander told Metro, one of the conference's media partners, that attendees will witness a historic 'love letter to London'. More Trending Idris Elba, Katherine Ryan, Erykah Badu, Alice Glass, and Sophie Turner are among the many actors, musicians, creative minds, and pioneering entrepreneurs who will be giving talks and performances until Saturday. Earlier this week, Sadiq Khan opened the inaugural London festival during a panel with Tania Bryer at The Truman Brewery. 'This week the creative eyes of the world will be on London as our capital becomes the first European city to ever host SXSW,' he said. SXSW London takes place from today (June 2) until Saturday (June 7) at venues across London. For more information and tickets, click here. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Grandmother, 71, sacked from cleaner job at London university over 'misplaced bracelet' MORE: Thunderstorms are hitting the UK but when will the hot weather be back? MORE: Former BBC studios where EastEnders was filmed riddled with asbestos
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
MetroParks to provide free kits for post-flood cleanup
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Once flood waters recede, litter and debris often cover the river corridors. Post-flood cleanup can often take a long time and requires many people to help. Five Rivers MetroParks volunteer services team will have free Adopt-A-Park Service Kits available on Saturday, April 26. These kits are for anyone who'd like to help clean-up efforts. It can be used anywhere in the county, including the parks and neighborhoods. When picking up the kit, MetroParks will provide tools for five people to join the cleanup. To reserve one, click here. A 'thank-you' gift of an Adopt-a-Park tote bag and Love the Earth seed balls will be given to people joining the in-person effort on that Saturday. Earth Week is from Wednesday, April 16, to Tuesday, April 22. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Duke Energy Foundation awards grants to enhance natural resources in west-central Indiana
Duke Energy Foundation has awarded grants to seven conservation groups and local governments in west-central Indiana that are undertaking environmental initiatives to enhance parks and greenways, help natural habitats thrive and expand outdoor recreational and educational opportunities. The shareholder-funded grants are benefiting projects in Vigo, Parke, Clay and Knox counties. 'Preserving Indiana's natural resources — and the special places that bridge connections between Hoosiers and the environment — is at the heart of the work these organizations do every day,' said Stan Pinegar, president of Duke Energy Indiana. Some of the grants awarded include: • Vigo County Parks & Recreation Department (Vigo County) — $17,000 to construct a disc golf course at Fowler Park and community building at Griffin Bike Park. • reTHink (Vigo County)— $5,000 to support the group's Love the Earth campaign, which raises funds to maintain four community gardens, as well as support its plastic up-cycling workshop, a zero-waste community store, and various educational activities on waste reduction and conservation. • Covered Bridge Gateway Trails Association (Parke County) — $2,000 to extend Parke Community Rail Trail. • Town of Harmony (Clay County) — $6,000 for the restoration and beautification of Harmony Park. It will be used to restore and beautify Harmony Park's walking track and nature trail.• City of Vincennes, Parks & Recreation Department — $12,000 for continued revitalization of Gregg Park. • Vincennes University Foundation — $10,000 to support a project aimed at addressing soil erosion at the Vincennes University Agriculture Center. • Knox County Soil & Water Conservation District — $10,000 for public outreach around watershed planning and implementation projects.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Duke Energy Foundation awards grants to help protect, enhance natural resources in the Wabash Valley
PLAINFIELD, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – Seven conservation groups and local governments in the Wabash Valley recently learned that they are recipients of grant money from the Duke Energy Foundation. According to a press release from the Duke Energy Foundation, the grants are shareholder-funded grants. The conservation groups and local governments are undertaking a wide range of environmental initiatives to enhance parks and greenways, help natural habitats thrive, and expand outdoor recreational and educational opportunities. Duke Energy gifts middle school with $5,000 grant 'Preserving Indiana's natural resources – and the special places that bridge connections between Hoosiers and the environment – is at the heart of the work these organizations do every day,' said Stan Pinegar, president of Duke Energy Indiana. 'Duke Energy Indiana's investment will advance their missions – giving them the tools and resources they need to help protect and expand what's unique to our state and the communities we serve.' Grants were awarded to the following organizations: § City of Vincennes, Parks & Recreation Department (Knox County) $12,000 for continued revitalization of Gregg Park This grant will support the continued revitalization of one of the city's largest neighborhood parks – Gregg Park. The City of Vincennes Parks & Recreation Department will leverage the funds to clear 15 stumps and replace 10 trees that have been damaged by storms and decay – improving the park's landscaping and trails, as well as improving safety for park patrons. § Covered Bridge Gateway Trails Association (Parke County) $2,000 to extend Park Community Rail Trail This grant will support the Covered Bridge Gateway Trails Association's construction of a bridge to connect portions of the Parke Community Rail Trail, which is being built on the former Pennsylvania Railroad right of way between Rosedale and Rockville. When completed, the trail will be about 10 miles long, providing a safe place for residents to exercise and enjoy the outdoors. § Knox County Soil & Water Conservation District (Knox County) $10,000 for public outreach around watershed planning and implementation projects The Knox County Soil & Water Conservation District and its partner organizations are engaged in watershed planning and implementation projects to improve water quality in the county. These grant funds will be used to support public outreach around the projects through events and activities, mailers, and one-on-one consultations. The goal is to provide project information, solicit participation, and provide educational material on conservation practices designed to reduce or eliminate non-point source pollution and improve water quality. § reTHink (Vigo County) $5,000 to support the group's Love the Earth campaign This grant will support reTHink's Love the Earth campaign, which raises funds to maintain four community gardens, as well as support their plastic up-cycling workshop, a zero-waste community store, and various educational activities on waste reduction and conservation. § Town of Harmony (Clay County) $6,000 for the restoration and beautification of Harmony Park This grant will be used to restore and beautify Harmony Park's walking track and nature trail with a goal of creating a safe and inviting place for the community to enjoy. § Vigo County Parks & Recreation Department (Vigo County) $17,000 to construct a disc golf course at Fowler Park, community building at Griffin Bike Park This grant will support the Vigo County Parks & Recreation Department's construction of a disc golf course at Fowler Park, as well as a community building at Griffin Bike Park. § Vincennes University Foundation (Knox County) $10,000 to support their environmental land conservation project This grant will support a project aimed at addressing soil erosion at the Vincennes University Agriculture Center by incorporating cover crops into the landscape. The goal is to enhance soil health, reduce erosion, and improve water retention on the land. The funds will be used to purchase high-quality crop seeds – such as clover, rye, and vetch – which will be planted strategically to prevent further soil erosion, improve water infiltration, and increase soil fertility. Funds will also cover costs associated with soil testing to ensure the right mix of cover crops is selected based on the soil's unique characteristics, as well as ongoing monitoring and maintenance. For more information about Duke Energy Foundation, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
