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Wales Online
18 hours ago
- Business
- Wales Online
Welsh region announce signing of Wales and Lions international
Welsh region announce signing of Wales and Lions international The 31-year-old will join the Ospreys after spending two years in France The Ospreys have confirmed the signing of Wales international Ross Moriarty (Image: Ben Evans/Huw Evans Agency ) The Ospreys have confirmed the signing of Wales and British and Irish Lions back-row Ross Moriarty ahead of next season. The 54-cap international joins from French outfit Brive, having spent two full seasons in France's second tier, Pro D2, with Les Gaillards. After previously playing for the Dragons and Gloucester, Moriarty, who toured New Zealand with the Lions in 2017, returns to where he was brought up - with both his father Paul and uncle Richard having been heavily involved with Swansea RFC over the years. That only serves to make the move to the Ospreys all the more symbolic, given their move to St Helen's next season - giving the cult-hero status of his family in Swansea. The Ospreys had been in need of back-row reinforcements, with the talismanic Justin Tipuric hanging up his boots and blue scrum cap to join Mark Jones' coaching staff ahead of next season. Flanker Tristan Davies was also confirmed to be joining local rivals Scarlets this week. The 31-year-old, who still remains eligible for Test selection, last played for Wales in March 2022, before being left out of squads under Wayne Pivac and Warren Gatland. Having fallen out of favour under Gatland, he made himself unavailable for the 2023 World Cup following his move to France. Article continues below Prior to joining Brive, the physical back-row had previously spent five years with the Dragons after joining the Men of Gwent in 2018 following six seasons with Gloucester. 'I'm really looking forward to joining the Ospreys and playing in my hometown," said Moriarty. "I grew up watching rugby at St Helen's as a child and it's a massive honour for me to play on the same ground as my dad and my uncle did. "It's a big deal for me, and I look forward to giving my family the chance to watch me play more regularly. 'I want to bring some real physicality to the game. Sign up to Inside Welsh rugby on Substack to get exclusive news stories and insight from behind the scenes in Welsh rugby. "It's been great to watch what Mark Jones is building at the Ospreys, and I can't wait to be a part of it and bring my own flair to the team.' The back-row had joined Brive early, having left Rodney Parade before the end of the 2022/23 season in a bid to keep the French outfit in the Top 14. Unfortunately, Brive missed out on promotion back to the top flight in each of Moriarty's full seasons in France - with the back-row calling time on an "unforgettable experience" after their play-off semi-final defeat to Montauban. 'Ross is a proven international player who brings an edge to everything he does," added Ospreys head coach Jones. Article continues below "His experience and competitiveness will be a huge asset to us, both on and off the pitch. We're really pleased to bring in someone of his calibre as we continue to strengthen our squad and push the standards of this group.'
West Australian
a day ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
A famous Aussie pub at the centre of Netflix's true crime series Last Stop Larrimah hits the market
An infamous Aussie pub at the centre of an eight-year-old outback mystery and a Netflix series that gripped the world has hit the market. The Larrimah Hotel in the Northern Territory is for sale for the first time since the popular two-part series was released in 2023. The show delved into the disappearance of Paddy Moriarty who was one of town's 12 residents and a regular at the pub when he went missing. The Irish-born 70-year-old was last seen with his red kelpie cross Kellie leaving the Pink Panther Hotel in Larrimah on December 16, 2017. Publican Steve Baldwin bought the pub from Barry Sharpe in 2018 not long after Mr Moriarty went missing. The hotel is located about 500km south of Darwin in the middle of the Northern Territory along the Stuart Highway and is a popular stopover for travellers and tourists keen to know more about the town where Mr Moriarty disappeared. Real estate agent Warren Andrews is selling the property listed for $795,00 saying, 'You have to see it to believe it'. He describes the hotel as everything you would expect and want in a 'true blue Aussie bush pub.' 'From the pink panthers, the giant draught stubble, to the resident emus and crocodiles, this pub is steeped in history and mystique,' he said. Mr Baldwin told NewsWire there was more to the pub's history than the tale about one of its most regular punters disappearing. 'The pub will be 100 years old in five years, it was created during the war by the military and played a big part,' he said. 'We're at the end of the railway line from Darwin, where a lot of troops would come from down from, then go south to Alice Springs and then to Mount Isa and end up back here on the train. 'They built an airstrip here after the bombing in Darwin. 'There were nearly 10,000 people here which is huge, now there is eight.' Mr Baldwin said three of its residents had died since Last Stop Larrimah first aired on Netflix. 'They were all geriatrics,' he said. 'According to Carl, who was in the Netflix show and lived across the road, he reckons there was no beer on tap here for about 30 years,' he said. 'There were taps in the cool room when I got here that weren't being used so we opened the place up and rebuilt the bar.' Mr Baldwin said it was hard to quantify how many visitors passed through the hotel each year but more and more people stopped to find out more about the mysterious town. He said a new gas plant in the Beetaloo Basin was due to start soon which would bring more workers to the region. The pub also comes with two crocodiles called Sneaky Sam and Agro that live out the back of the hotel and are fed by Mr Baldwin. 'We say we are selling the crocs and we'll chuck in the pub,' he said. When asked how much a crocodile was worth, Mr Baldwin replied, '$795,000.' 'I just want to slow down a bit and retire,' he said. 'It's a good opportunity for a low level entry into a good business that has lots of opportunity going forward. 'You don't often get a 100-year-old building here in the tropics, or in the Territory, or one at the centre of a Netflix series, and he still hasn't been found. 'There was a reward of $250,000 to find out what happened to Paddy Moriarty, and in the budget last week the treasurer upped it to $500,000. 'I don't know it will ever be solved, and the old publican has died. 'Fran still lives here, she's 81 years old now, she'll stand on the balcony or come in here and say, 'He's leaving, don't go missing now'.'
Wales Online
2 days ago
- Sport
- Wales Online
Today's rugby news as new faces spotted in Wales camp and Moriarty says 'it's been an honour'
Today's rugby news as new faces spotted in Wales camp and Moriarty says 'it's been an honour' These are the rugby stories making headlines on Tuesday, June 3 Ross Moriarty and his family have signed off from their time in Brive (Image: Ross Moriarty/Instagram ) These are your rugby headlines on Tuesday, June 3. New boys arrive in Wales camp Wales players have arrived in camp at the Vale as their summer preparations officially started on Monday. Last week a number of Matt Sherratt's squad turned up early for an optional extra conditioning session at their training base. Several members took up the opportunity, with the likes of Taulupe Faletau, Elliot Dee, Rhodri Williams, Alex Mann and Cam Winnett being put through their paces ahead of a two-Test tour against Japan later this summer. Sign up to Inside Welsh rugby on Substack to get exclusive news stories and insight from behind the scenes in Welsh rugby. The Welsh Rugby Union have now published more photos as the camp officially gets under way, with new uncapped call- ups Cardiff hooker Liam Belcher, Dragons tighthead Chris Coleman, Ospreys loosehead Garyn Phillips, Ospreys scrum-half Reuben Morgan-Williams and Ospreys wing Keelan Giles all pictured in training. Content cannot be displayed without consent Article continues below Fellow new face Macs Page has likely been granted further time off due to his exploits with the Scarlets last weekend in Dublin. Wales will be heading to the Far East for two matches against Eddie Jones' Japan and they will be looking to put an end to their miserable run of 17 straight Test defeats. Moriarty signs off Ross Moriarty has signed off his time in France with Brive, saying it's been "an honour" to serve the club. The Wales international moved to the continent in 2022 and quickly proved a popular addition to the French side's squad, winning multiple awards for his performances in the Pro D2. After three years with the club he's now heading home, with a deal with the Ospreys believed to have been signed and sealed for some time. Moriarty's final appearance for Brive ended in heartache, with his team losing in their Rugby Pro D2 semi-final play-off against Montauban. Content cannot be displayed without consent "What an unforgettable experience," the 54-times-capped man wrote on Instagram. "Thank you to all the incredible supporters for the passion and energy you brought to every game. I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to represent this club and for the memories we've made as a family. It's been an honour." Club to open tonight in tribute to Wales man Ebbw Vale Rugby Club are set to open their doors this evening for anyone wishing to sign a book of remembrance for former player Mark Jones. The Wales No.8 passed away last month, with tributes pouring in from across the rugby world. "Ebbw Vale RFC will be opening a book of remembrance for former player Mark Jones who recently passed away," the club said on social media. "The club will be open from 6pm-8pm Tuesday 3rd June and again on Saturday 7th June from 2pm for anyone wishing to sign and send messages of condolence to Mark's family." An emotional tribute was published to Jones on the club's website after the sad news was confirmed. "Everyone at Ebbw Vale RFC is shocked and heartbroken at the news of the very recent passing of former player and club legend Mark Jones," the club said. "We were lucky enough to have Mark spend the evening with us promoting his book launch last year. Mark was adored by players and supporters during his time as a player, and even more so after he left. "A true legend of the game and his passing leaves an unfillable hole in our hearts. To his family and friends in Wales and overseas, we are truly sorry for your loss. We send our love and deepest condolences. "Finally to Mark himself. Mark you were a legend of this club, and will always be remembered as one of the greatest characters to ever pull on our jersey. We will never see your like again. Rest easy old friend. Much love from everyone at EVRFC." Venter disappointed at exit By Anthony Brown, PA Henco Venter expressed disappointment over his impending Glasgow exit after becoming one of the first victims of Scottish Rugby's drive to reduce the number of non-Scottish-qualified players affiliated to the country's two professional clubs. It was announced in March that the 33-year-old South African back-rower would be leaving Warriors this summer to join French second-tier side Brive. Venter, a fans' favourite at Scotstoun, had hoped to extend his two-year stint at the club, and head coach Franco Smith said in April he would have liked to have retained the forward. However, Scottish Rugby director of rugby David Nucifora is overseeing a shift in strategy to provide more opportunities for Scottish-qualified players to play for Glasgow and Edinburgh. Explaining his reasons for leaving at a press conference on Monday, Venter said: 'Oh, tricky question. It's from above and all the stuff going on in Scotland rugby with the foreigners. That's basically one of the main reasons. I love this place and I'd love to stay here.' Venter has had more than two months to get his head around the fact his Glasgow career will be over once their involvement in the United Rugby Championship play-offs is over this month, but he admits he was not expecting to be released. 'It's rugby, so there's always something and some challenge to overcome, some injury,' he said. 'So, yeah, it's bad and I didn't like it, but it's rugby. You don't take anything personally. 'You learn to accept stuff and just be better where you can be better and perform where you can perform and enjoy every moment. I'll enjoy this week and hopefully next week.' Venter insisted he 'respects' Scottish Rugby's change of policy with regard to foreign players. 'I understand that's their plan going forward and I respect it,' he said. 'I am not Scottish, so it's a privilege to be here and to give back to the club and to the country. 'If they make their plans, they have a will to make Scotland rugby better and I hope they succeed in it.' Venter was the toast of Scotstoun during and after Friday's URC quarter-final victory over Stormers as he scored a try and produced a magnificent display in his final home match for the Warriors. They now face Leinster in the semi-final at Aviva Stadium on Saturday, and the South African is braced for a formidable task as he bids to prolong his Glasgow career by one more week. Article continues below When asked what it would require to win in Dublin, he said: 'Twenty-three dogs and 80 minutes of just everyone giving everything. 'They're a class outfit with world-class players and world-class coaching staff. But it's rugby. So if we do our stuff right, then we can do it. 'These games, this is what you play for. Big stakes, big crowd, everyone just ready to give everything.'
Newsweek
3 days ago
- Climate
- Newsweek
Owners Can't Find Husky Post-Thunderstorm—Then Make Heartbreaking Discovery
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A couple from Palm Beach, Florida, couldn't find their Siberian husky after a violent thunderstorm. Where they found him has melted hearts all over social media. His owner, Corey Moriarty, told Newsweek that he had never shown fear of storms before, but when this particularly intense thunderstorm hit recently, it spooked him. After a short search, they found him curled up inside the bathtub, waiting for the storm to pass. A viral TikTok video shared in May under the username @imbluethesiberiann, shows the moment the pup starts to feel secure again. "We wanted him to know he's safe so I got in the tub with him and brought in his favorite blanket and stuffed animal so he knew he was in a safe place," Moriarty said. Screenshots of the viral video show Moriarty comforting Titan in the bathtub. Screenshots of the viral video show Moriarty comforting Titan in the bathtub. @imbluethesiberiann "We're always told not to coddle them when they're scared, but it's really hard not to in these situations so we just try to hang out with him and just make him feel more comfortable. Hopefully he won't freak out like that again, but it's Florida in the summer so thunderstorms are pretty common!" Dogs often fear thunderstorms due to a combination of canine noise aversion, separation anxiety, and static electricity, usually triggered by barometric pressure changes, wind, thunder, lightning, and low-frequency rumbles that come ahead of a storm. Noise-sensitive dogs, particularly breeds like border collies and Australian shepherds, may have a genetic predisposition to noise phobias. Some dogs may also experience separation anxiety during storms. They will feel safer when their owner is nearby. If storm anxiety becomes severe, you should contact your veterinarian to discuss anti-anxiety treatment and specialized training to help them deal with it, Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies suggest. The video quickly went viral on social media and it has so far received over 710,500 views and 96,500 likes on the platform. One user, Kal Peritus, said: "They all are just a big babies and it's our responsibility to care for them and love them unconditionally. Because they do this for us too." Shay wrote: "It breaks my heart to see animals afraid of storms/loud noises. Thanks for comforting him." Another user, WeezieH6665 added: "I sat with my husky last week for an hour and a half of thunder and lighting. I felt so bad for her." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Hamilton Spectator
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Harbour Grace rolls out the brass for top athletes, and long serving volunteers
Members of a storied regional soccer team from yesteryear were among the athletes, coaches and volunteers highlighted at the Harbour Grace Sports Hall of Fame and Town Awards held at the Danny Cleary Community Centre on May 8. The soccer team in question, which was inducted this year into the Harbour Grace Sports Hall of Fame, was the 2007 Earharts. It was a regional team consisting of players from Trinity Bay, Victoria, Salmon Cove, Carbonear, Harbour Grace, Spaniard's Bay, Bay Roberts, and Bryant's Cove. The team went undefeated in provincials, becoming champions. Several members went on to play with Memorial University, Team Newfoundland and Labrador, the university level of Team Canada, and for the province's female soccer crown, the Jubilee Cup. In addition to their skill, the players' willingness to give back to the community was commended. 'It is felt that this female soccer team was the best to ever come out of the region,' said emcee Don Regular, a member of the Sports Museum and Hall of Fame Committee. The Paul Moriarty Memorial Sport Volunteer Award went this year to Matthew Sheppard, a teacher at Carbonear Collegiate and coach of the Carbonear Sentinels Senior Boys Volleyball Team. Sheppard created and organized the Sentinels Snowball Classic Senior High Boys Volleyball Tournament, a fundraiser for men's mental health. He also organized the first fall invitational volleyball tournament, with the team taking home the gold medal in Division 2. 'Mr. Sheppard goes above and beyond all aspects,' said Regular. 'He has made these teams the focus of all that he does. But more importantly, he focuses on developing more than just the sport.' Regular said Sheppard prioritizes sportsmanlike conduct and is an uplifting and encouraging figure to his students. The CeeBees Minor Hockey U18 Rep 1 Team received the Dick Power Memorial Award. The team has medaled at various invitational tournaments. They won the Don Osborne and Brandon Harris Memorial Trophy in February 2024, and won silver at the All-Newfoundland Provincial Hockey Tournament in Placentia. They were commended not just for their skill, but also their camaraderie, sportsmanship, and the pride they bring to the community. Makenna Hunt is this year's recipient of the 1992 Summer Games Scholarship. Hunt has been involved in a number of sports throughout her high school career, including ice hockey, ball hockey, and soccer. She has received MVP awards in ice hockey and ball hockey and has volunteered with the Sparks and the CBN Minor Hockey Association, two groups which wrote letters of recommendation in her support. The Sparks noted that she inspired young girls and helped create a welcoming and safe space for them to learn, play, and grow. The CBN Minor Hockey Association said she helped foster a love of soccer in the youths. The Sonia Williams Award for Junior Female Athlete of the Year went to Lily Moriarty. An avid soccer player, Moriarty played with a number of teams and participated in many tournaments and events, including the 2024 NL Summer Games. She also plays indoor soccer, hockey, and softball. 'She is dedicated to her own growth in every sport, but is more dedicated to her team's success and the overall performance of her team,' said Regular. 'She is a team player who is always there to help out her teammates in any way she can.' The Jamie Korab Award for Junior Male Athlete of the Year went to Raymond Owusu-Ansah. The second-degree black belt in taekwondo is also a rower, having participated in the Harbour Grace and Placentia regattas, and has played on basketball teams for Carbonear Collegiate and is also a good volleyball player. Regular said Owusu-Ansah encourages his fellow athletes and prioritizes sportsmanship, serving as a role model for other students. The Doris Murcell Memorial Award for Senior Female Athlete of the Year went to Jade Bennett, who plays soccer, volleyball, softball, ball hockey, and runs cross country. She has won various athletic awards and was commended for her hard work and sportsmanship. Regular said she is punctual, never missing practice and juggling sports when scheduling conflicts arise. The S.W. Moores Memorial Award for Senior Male Athlete of the Year went to Hunter Williams. A member of the CeeBees Minor Hockey U18 Rep 1 Team, Williams is also a member of the Carbonear Collegiate senior high boys hockey team, soccer team, volleyball team, and softball team. In addition, he has competed in the Harbour Grace Regatta. Williams has been coaching younger players for several years in the CBN minor soccer program and hopes to become a physical education teacher. The S.W. Moores Memorial Award was presented to Hunter by his grandfather, Kevin Williams, who is also a member of the Harbour Grace Sports Hall of Fame. In the municipal awards segment of the evening, Alan Cass, was awarded recognition by the mayor and council for his work with the War Memorial Public Library. Gord Taylor was also recognized for his many volunteer services, including with the TCP Health Foundation, and for being instrumental in the formation of the Harbour Grace South community council. The members of the Town's own Civic Events Committee were also awarded for their work. 'They do everything professionally, they do everything properly, and the people that they have involved are second to none,' said Mayor Don Coombs. Two municipal employees received Long Service Awards. The first was Dave Regular, who was awarded for 30 years of service. Mayor Coombs commended Regular for his volunteerism. 'If we've got a problem in the town he's there to help out. And he's been there for 30 years. He can't do enough,' said Coombs. At last year's reception, Regular also received an award for 45 years of service as a member of the Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade. The second Long Service Award went to Pat Hearn for 15 years of service. Hearn is the Town's public works superintendent. 'He's another person who goes above for the community,' said Coombs. The rest of the Long Service Awards recipients were members of the Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade. Awards for 30 years of service went to Shawn Baker, Alf Dove, Chris Noseworthy, Steve Verge, and Sonia Williams. Awards for 35 years of service went to Jim Barnes, the aforementioned Pat Hearn, and Harbour Grace Deputy Mayor Keith Skinner. Finally, an award for 45 years of service went to Paul Ash.
