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BBC News
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
'Race against time' to save Mary Rose video archive
Students at the University of Portsmouth are digitising more than 600 tapes containing video footage of Henry VIII's flagship, the Mary Rose, which sank in the Solent. Underwater footage captures the moments when historical items such as canons were discovered and filmed for the first time when the ship was salvaged in 40-year-old tapes have been deteriorating and there were fears that the video archive could be lost. Some of the footage may not have been viewed since it was recorded. Charlie Watts, works in the university's School of Film, Media, and Creative Technologies, described it as "a race against time". "They have a very robust outer casing but inside the tape is very vulnerable. The oxide on the tape is dissolving as we speak," said Mr Watts. "We have to do this now, otherwise it's gone completely." Student Oliver Wibew, who is also working on the project, said: "I'm only 18 so I've never used this kind of technology before. "You have to put them into a player then it goes into the computer then you've got special software that can capture it and put it onto a drive."Another student, James Watts, has been watching the footage. "Seeing the Mary Rose from a diver's perspective, possibly for the first time in 40 years, that's something that not a lot of people get to experience," said Mr Watts. The digitised footage will help to tell the the salvage story at the Mary Rose Museum. "We have the incredible Tudor story of all the artefacts that were found underwater," said collections manager Alastair Miles. "But then there's this modern story of the salvage, recovery and excavation and all of the people that were involved in that process."These tapes will allow us to add to that story with extra layers of information that we just didn't have access to before."The Mary Rose Museum's chief executive, Dominic Jones, said more than 500 divers were involved in the salvage. "What's fantastic is that we've now got 18-year-old students who are bringing that story to life," he said."It's not lost on us that they're the same age as the crew of the Mary Rose when the ship sank." You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X, or Instagram.
Epoch Times
09-06-2025
- Epoch Times
John Robson: Politicians Should Speak Frankly, Not With Empty Words
Commentary One of life's paradoxes is how you can improve something until it's ruined. From Henry VIII's flagship Mary Rose, rebuilt to such a peak of Renaissance naval architecture and weaponry that on firing a massive broadside she capsized, to artificial flavour in artificial food to AI writing and reading your emails for you, we find ways to progress onwards and upwards to ruin. Including the latest in political rhetoric.
Associated Press
03-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Themba Tutors Brings Executive Function Coaching & ADHD Tutoring with Expansion in NYC, Westchester, Long Island
Discover personalized ADHD coaching and executive function tutoring in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and beyond. Book a free consultation with Themba Tutors today. Themba Tutors, the trusted New York–based learning company founded by Craig Selinger, M.S., CCC-SLP, today announced an expanded suite of one-on-one services, including executive function coaching, ADHD tutoring, and specialized academic support for students with learning differences, designed to meet soaring demand in NYC, Westchester, Long Island, and the greater tri-state area. Operating since 2012, the firm now serves students and professionals from Manhattan to Boston, both in person and online, while doubling down on research-driven techniques that celebrate every client's neurodiversity. 'Every learner deserves individualized strategies that work with, not against, the way their brain is wired,' said founder and CEO Craig Selinger. 'By widening our reach and sharpening our methodologies, we're empowering more students, parents, and young professionals to turn challenges into strengths.' Meeting the Moment: Why Demand Is Surging Referrals for executive functioning coaching for middle school, high-school, and college students, ADHD coaching for adults, and remote executive function coaching have surged as schools, workplaces, and families recognize that time-management and self-regulation skills are as critical as academic content. Pandemic-era learning disruptions and rising academic pressures have amplified the need for evidence-based interventions delivered by seasoned specialists who understand anxiety, attention, and motivation. Comprehensive Executive Function and ADHD Coaching Services Each relationship begins with a complimentary consultation and free 'meet-and-greet' to ensure the right specialist fit, a practice that fuels Themba Tutors' 4.9-star client rating. Expanding Geographic Footprint Headquartered in Brooklyn, Themba Tutors now brings expert executive function coaching NYC families trust directly to homes throughout Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, Dutchess and Putnam Counties, and Boston. Virtual sessions extend the company's reach nationwide and internationally, offering maximum flexibility without sacrificing the personal touch. Evidence-Based, Neuroaffirmative Practices Parents, teachers, and adult clients consistently praise Themba Tutors for turning academic struggles into measurable gains: 'My daughter's final math grade jumped to a 90. Her confidence soared thanks to strategies that finally 'clicked.'' Says Mary Rose, a Manhattan parent. 'With tailored executive function coaching, our son transformed his daily routine from chaos to clarity.' Stated Dana G., a parent from Brooklyn. Families and professionals seeking an executive function coach NYC, ADHD tutor NYC, or specialized executive function tutoring, whether in person or through remote executive function coaching, are encouraged to book a free consultation at call (917) 382-8641, or email [email protected]. About Craig Selinger A licensed speech-language pathologist, educational specialist, and veteran executive function coaching practitioner, Selinger has spent nearly 25 years advocating for accessible, personalized learning. His insights have been featured in PsychCentral, Business Insider, and Healthline, and he has lectured at NYU Langone, Mount Sinai, Bard High School Early College (BHSEC), and other institutions. Media Contact Company Name: Themba Tutors Contact Person: Craig Selinger Email: Send Email City: New York City State: New York Country: United States Website: Press Release Distributed by To view the original version on ABNewswire visit: Themba Tutors Brings Executive Function Coaching & ADHD Tutoring with Expansion in NYC, Westchester, Long Island
Irish Independent
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
The top ten things to do in Sligo this week, May 21-27: Big band dancing, Africa Day, afternoon tea and more
BIG BAND DANCE It's one year since the beginning of the monthly dances in The Sligo Park Hotel, and to celebrate, Crossan Entertainment presents a special event on Sunday, May 25. Music by Mary Rose and Enda, followed by country star David James. Admission is €20, and doors open at 8pm with dancing from 9pm until midnight. Pay on the door. Reduced room rates are available. LILLIE'S LIVE LOUNGE Lillies Live Lounge Presents: Chief Keegan this Thursday, May 22 at Lillie's. Get ready for a night of electrifying grooves, deep funk, and powerhouse jams as Chief Keegan takes the stage at Lillies Live Lounge this month. Tickets via eventbrite. NÉILLIDH MULLIGAN & CAOIMHE NÍ MHAOLAGÁIN The Lunchtime at the Well series continues with a special performance by Néillidh Mulligan and Caoimhe Ní Mhaolagáin, a talented duo hailing from Sligo. They will take the stage at the Hawk's Well Theatre on Wednesday, 21st May at 1:10 pm. The event remains 'pay what you can', advance booking is now essential to guarantee a seat. CHORAL LANDSCAPES Join the Sligo Orpheus Choir for a captivating evening of choral music at Calry Parish Church on Saturday, May 24. An evening of choral music celebrating timeless melodies and rich traditions — from Renaissance polyphony to contemporary works and folk songs from Ireland, Europe and beyond, this event promises to be a feast for the ears. Tickets via eventbrite. MUSIC GENERATION CONCERT Join Music Generation Sligo for a spectacular array of performances from young Sligo musicians at Hawk's Well Theatre on Monday, May 26. Performances from Sligo Youth Voices, Sligo Voice Collective, Teen & Junior bands, harp ensemble and many more. TEMPLE ECSTATIC DANCE & CACAO TEMPLE is an Ecstatic dance event taking place at The Den, Rosses Point on Saturday, May 24. Join what is a coming together of hearts, bodies and souls to celebrate a love of dance, music, cacao & global community. Welcome Polarny, a well loved and respected Sound Traveler, award-winning DJ and producer based in Brazil. Tickets via eventbrite. AFRICA DAY The Model hosts Africa Day on Sunday, 25th May from 2 – 6pm, with this year's theme, 'Voices of Home: A Celebration of African Culture and Community'. This free, family-friendly event invites the public to experience the richness and diversity of African heritage through art, music, and storytelling. TRASNA Trevor Sexton and Ger O'Donnell - Trasna - play a live gig at Murphy's, Tubbercurry on Monday, May 26. Tickets are €25 and are available from the hotel. Sure to be a brilliant gig. AFTERNOON TEA Enjoy a great day out with afternoon tea, bingo, live music, guest speakers, prize for best dressed pink lady and lots more at The Showgrounds on Saturday, May 24 - all for a good cause. Funds raised go to the Irish Cancer Society. The event takes place at 2pm. HOTHOUSE Hawk's Well Theatre is proud to host the critically acclaimed production HOTHOUSE by Malaprop Theatre on Saturday, 24th May. Following a successful Off-Broadway debut and a triumphant run at the Dublin Fringe Festival 2023, where it garnered awards for Best Production and Best Design Ensemble, HOTHOUSE embarks on its first Irish tour, captivating audiences nationwide.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Work exposes timber floor 'stood on by Shakespeare'
A theatre where William Shakespeare is thought to have performed has had an area of historic timber floor "larger than a tennis court" exposed. The flooring, believed to have been once trodden on by the playwright and actor, was discovered at St George's Guildhall in King's Lynn, Norfolk, in 2023. A conservation project has worked on exposing the wooden floorboards and other areas of the venue. Tim FitzHigham, creative director of the theatre, said: "The information that's coming out of that floor is kind of like the dry equivalent of the Mary Rose; that's how important this discovery is." The theatre's first recorded performances took place in 1445, long before Shakespeare's birth in 1564. During 1592-1593 London's theatres were closed because of an outbreak of plague and Shakespeare and his company of actors were on tour in King's Lynn. The theatre claims documents show The Bard acted there in 1592 or 1593. BBC Bitesize: Who was William Shakespeare? Last year a doorway, that may once have led to the Bard's dressing room, was also discovered at the King Street venue. Performances were moved to another building on-site in February to start lifting layers of the floor. Mr FitzHigham said the area of floor was "larger than a tennis court and it's all 1419 beams all around you". "Having the whole floor exposed gives us a massive amount of information about the use of the venue over the last 600 years," he added. During the conservation project, there has been early evidence of playgoers eating food, drinking, and smoking at the venue. "We've literally found the food. We found all this stuff down the cracks of the floorboards," Mr FitzHigham said. "We've got loads of nutshells, oyster shells, bits of pipe, broken wine bottles and chicken bones." People can view the exposed stage before the next phase of the conservation project in July. Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Theatre makes 'mind boggling' Shakespeare discovery Curtain rises on renovation for Shakespeare theatre Shakespeare stage theatre sets sights on reopening Shakespeare's stage found, claims Norfolk theatre St George's Guildhall Who was William Shakespeare?
