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Independent Singapore
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Independent Singapore
Stage set for Mediacorp 987 STAR grand finale: Who will take the mic?
Courtesy of press release SINGAPORE: After weeks of high-pressure challenges and non-stop hustle, just four talents are left standing in the race to become the next Mediacorp 987 STAR. Georgina, Lex, Nicolette and Shaniah have earned their place in the spotlight—and now, it all comes down to the live grand finale at the Ultimate Showdown. Only one will take the crown. Star power Since the beginning, the challenges have not been easy. The top 10 contestants sat through two high-pressure challenges that put their creativity, grit and star power to the test earlier this week. Contestants were given complete control over the scripting, filming, and editing of their video for the first challenge, 'Messy Is The Message,' provided that it advertised the competition finale. Striking and memorable It all came down to originality, inventiveness, and digital production skills in order to produce the most visually striking and memorable film for the judges, influencers Faris Samri and Avi Dixit, and Mediacorp 987's Germaine Tan. The next challenge, 'Going Viral', contestants have to step into the spotlight through a TikTok Live session where they entertain viewers in real-time with their energy and charisma. They then went into the radio booth to co-host with the personalities of Mediacorp 987 for 30 minutes. Without breaking a beat, they managed to spin tunes, interact with listeners, and provide traffic and weather updates while live on air. Zhu Zeliang of Mediacorp YES 933, Nity Baizura of RIA 897, and Gerald Koh of 987 were the judges of this real test of multi-platform wizardry. Final four Georgina, Lex, Nicolette, and Shaniah stepped up to the task, passing every exam and earning their places in the final four despite the extreme difficulties. They will now go to the last round, The Ultimate Showdown, which will take place live at 313@somerset on Saturday, May 31 at 5 p.m. The last four will compete in an exciting series of challenges unlike any other challenge before, in front of an enthusiastic live audience. They will be put to the test on their stage presence, originality, and vocal skills while interacting with the audience. What's at stake? Imagine this: you could be the next Mediacorp 987 STAR! That means landing an awesome gig with 987, plus you'd walk away with a cool $5,000 in cash. In addition to witnessing all the action live, viewers can expect exclusive performances from local singer WhyLucas and singer-songwriter Shazza, as well as the opportunity to interact with their favourite Mediacorp 987 characters. The contestants have reached the final stretch! It sounds like it's been a real adventure getting here. Who will take over the microphone? Attend the launch of the next Mediacorp 987 STAR! Tune in to watch the full episodes now on Mediacorp Entertainment on YouTube and mewatch , and enjoy exciting highlights on Mediacorp 987's TikTok .
Sky News AU
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Sky News AU
Nicolette Boele ahead by 19 votes in cliffhanger Bradfield race
Teal candidate Nicolette is ahead of Liberal Gisele Kapterian by just 19 votes in a neck-and-neck contest for the seat of Bradfield. Sky News Election Analyst Tom Connell says there are no postal votes left to count. 'This is clearly too close and there is an automatic recount by the AEC if it's under 100 (votes),' Mr Connell said.
The Citizen
08-05-2025
- Science
- The Citizen
Head into nature and start observing
Nature enthusiasts, scientists, and conservationists converged in the ancient heart of the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site over the weekend of April 26-29 for an exciting Bioblitz. It was a race against time to record as many species as possible using the iNaturalist app. iNaturalist is an open citizen science platform that allows everyone to contribute to conservation. The event, hosted by the Vredefort Dome Conservancy in collaboration with local stakeholders and biodiversity experts, turned the World Heritage Site into a hive of activity, observing and learning. Armed with smartphones, cameras, and curiosity, participants documented plants, insects, birds, fungi, reptiles, and more. Every sighting was uploaded in real-time to iNaturalist, contributing to a growing digital database of the area's unique biodiversity. For the Vredefort Dome Biodiversity Project on iNaturalist, more than 4 200 observations have been logged, covering 660 species—a remarkable snapshot of the ecological richness within the Dome. Highlights included sightings of magnificent tree species and beautiful butterflies. Around 668 new observations were logged over the weekend, including in areas of the Free State portion of the Dome that had previously been poorly surveyed. The event also focused on education and community involvement. Photo: Marissa Greeff Workshops on using iNaturalist and identifying local species were held throughout the weekend. The accessible format empowered both beginners and seasoned naturalists to participate, fostering a deeper appreciation for citizen science. The data collected will contribute to long-term conservation planning in the Dome and surrounding areas and form part of the Vredefort Dome Conservancy's biodiversity project. It also strengthens the case for continued environmental protection amid growing development pressures. The Vredefort Dome Conservancy expressed gratitude for the high level of public participation and encouraged everyone to continue contributing observations beyond the Bioblitz weekend. For those who missed the event, it's not too late to get involved—download the free iNaturalist app, head into nature, and start observing. The Dome is alive with stories waiting to be told—one photo at a time. If you want more information or would like to get involved in the Vredefort Dome Biodiversity Project, you can contact Nicolette on 083 265 6245 (WhatsApp only). At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Mum died of 'silent' cancer just two weeks after shock diagnosis
A mum of one received a devastating diagnosis after going to the doctor complaining of a sudden headache. Nicolette Richardson went to see her doctor thinking her headache had been down to stress from her job as an osteopath. The 41-year-old was advised to visit A&E if the pain persisted and was given painkillers. But when she went to Charing Cross Hospital later that day an MRI scan showed that she had a stage four glioblastoma brain tumour. Nicolette, from London, underwent emergency surgery to remove as much of the brain tumour as possible. But the surgery left her with blindness and paralysis, the Mirror reports. READ MORE: Mum fined £480 for taking kids on term-time holiday takes drastic action after she's left with 'no choice' READ MORE: JCB digger used to 'ram raid' Co-op and steal cash machine Her condition continued to deteriorate, and doctors placed her into an an induced coma. Tragically on November 30 2020, just two weeks after her diagnosis, Nicolette died. Austen Ham-Howes, Nicolette's partner, shared the shock of how quickly the tragedy unfolded. He said: "One minute, we were viewing houses where we planned to build a future together - the next, Nicolette was taken ill. Suddenly, I was thrust into a world where the mother of my child was fighting for her life." A stage four glioblastoma brain tumour is the deadliest type of brain cancer and Nicolette went down hill very fast. Just six days following her diagnosis, Nicolette had the emergency surgery, which tragically left her paralysed on her left side, blind in one eye, and with only partial vision in the other. . Devastated by the abrupt upheaval of their lives, Austen said, "Nicolette had zero symptoms, yet our whole lives were turned upside down in just weeks and we were cheated of the chance to have a fair fight against this disease." It was speed of the decline that made it especially difficult, he said, continuing: "I know it was wrong, but I felt so jealous of people who had time to come to terms with this devastating disease. For us, it felt as quick as ripping off a plaster." Following her operation, doctors put Nicolette into a coma, and heartbreakingly, she never woke up again . Now, five years later, Austen along with his daughter Isabella, are dedicated to raising funds for Brain Tumour Research in loving memory of Nicolette. Through Richmond Osteopaths, the clinic once run by Nicolette, Austen has been contributing £2 from every treatment during Brain Tumour Awareness Month [March 2025]. . Describing their new approach to life, Austen reveals that he and Isabella, who is now eight and a spitting image of her mum, support each other in their journey of healing: "We try to live with positivity, and we try to honour her mum every single day." Charlie Allsebrook, community development manager for Brain Tumour Research, said: "Nicolette's story is incredibly moving and we're grateful to Austen for sharing it with us. "It's a stark reminder that brain tumours are indiscriminate; they can affect anyone at any age yet just 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease since records began in 2002. "It's only by working together that we can change this. We fully support Austen's fundraising and would like to thank him and the team at Richmond Osteopaths for their support."
