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The Guardian
24-05-2025
- General
- The Guardian
Young country diary: Peregrine v pigeon? There's only one winner
I was walking home from school when a group of pigeons scattered from their perch atop a nearby building. Then, out of the sky, dropping like a piece of shrapnel, was the source of the commotion. As the peregrine falcon levelled out of its stoop, it careered into one of the birds, the pair plummeting out of sight, the pigeon inevitably dead from the sheer force of the impact. The last remnant of the skirmish was a handful of small grey feathers that gently drifted to the ground where they lay, a testament to the hunting prowess of the falcon. The incident reminded me of one several months earlier. I had heard a crash from our balcony, and, looking out, I saw a juvenile peregrine falcon, which had maybe overshot while attempting to land and was now trapped there. It quickly righted itself and ruffled its wings, disgruntled and distressed. I watched as it managed to extricate itself, and wing its way back to Canary Wharf. I wondered if it was the same one, once clumsy, now grown up and a formidable hunter. In recent years, falcons have lived in many London landmarks such as the Tate Modern, Battersea Power Station and, most notably, the Houses of Parliament. It is amazing how their population had managed to recover from the 1950s when they were almost destroyed by a toxic agricultural pesticide called DDT. Now, the modern edifices of the London skyline serve as the cliffs that they call home. Olivier, 14 Read today's other YCD piece, by Oonagh, 11: 'The night I clicked with the bats' Young Country Diary is published every fourth Saturday of the month. The submission form is now closed, but keep the link handy, it will reopen on Monday 2 June for summer articles
Toronto Sun
22-05-2025
- Toronto Sun
Mom of slain journalism student decries killer's sentence
Get the latest from Michele Mandel straight to your inbox Olivier Dundas, 20, was shot to death in downtown Toronto in January 2022 with a gunshot wound to his back. Photo by TORONTO POLICE Annie Bergeron was waiting for justice. But she's learned that's a fool's game. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account James Galinato, the man who shot her son Olivier Dundas to death for no reason while out with friends on a Saturday night on Jan. 8, 2022, was sentenced to 10 years for manslaughter — but was given credit after credit to reduce his term to just three years and eight months remaining to serve. 'Olivier was a bright, funny and empathetic young man. A GTHL (Greater Toronto Hockey League) hockey goalie, he was studying journalism at TMU and dreamt of becoming a sports journalist. He was only 20 years old,' Bergeron said in a statement to the Toronto Sun . 'We are heartbroken that one of the mitigating factors in sentencing was that Olivier had 'only been shot once,' when that proved to be more than sufficient. Exactly how many times must a murderer shoot before they can be held fully accountable for their actions?' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The sentence is a reflection of a society that doesn't believe in — or wish to fund — lengthy incarceration, she said. 'Victims don't seek long, vengeful sentences, we seek acknowledgment of the harm done — not only are we denied, we are the ones ultimately put on trial. Our system, so careful not to harm the convicted, freely tramples over us.' Her victim impact statement was heavily redacted and Bergeron wasn't able to express how she felt about what she and her family have endured. 'In my opinion/experience, the criminal justice process is deeply traumatic to victims and an extension of the harm caused by the murderer.' She can only hope this chapter is over. Bergeron has no idea if her son's killer, who has never expressed any remorse, plans to appeal. mmandel@ Read More Sunshine Girls Sunshine Girls World World Sports
Extra.ie
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
In Pics: Familiar faces flock to opening night of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake
The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre was buzzing on Tuesday evening as audiences flocked to the opening night of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake. A mix of theatre lovers, dance fans, and familiar faces from the Irish social scene hit the red carpet for the much-anticipated return of Bourne's iconic production. Among those spotted were Katja Mia, Arthur Gourounlian, Zeinab Elgouzolui, Laura Nolan, Thalia Heffernan, Andrea Gilligan and Paul Quinn. Arthur Gourounlian at the opening night of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Nearly 30 years after it first turned the dance world upside down, Swan Lake is still as gripping and groundbreaking as ever. Zeinab Elguzouli at the opening night of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Bourne's bold decision to replace the traditional female swan corps with a powerful male ensemble shocked audiences when it premiered back in 1995 —and the impact hasn't faded. Laura Nolan at the opening night of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Since its debut at London's Sadler's Wells, the production has picked up a mountain of awards — including an Olivier and three Tonys — and toured worldwide, cementing its place as a true classic of modern dance theatre. Thalia Heffernan and her mother Susan Ebrill at the opening night of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake runs at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre until Saturday, May 24. Andrea Gilligan and Paul Quinn at the opening night of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography
Toronto Sun
22-05-2025
- Toronto Sun
MANDEL: Mom of slain journalism student decries killer's sentence
Olivier Dundas, 20, was shot to death in downtown Toronto in January 2022 with a gunshot wound to his back. Photo by TORONTO POLICE Annie Bergeron was waiting for justice. But she's learned that's a fool's game. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account James Galinato, the man who shot her son Olivier Dundas to death for no reason while out with friends on a Saturday night on Jan. 8, 2022, was sentenced to 10 years for manslaughter — but was given credit after credit to reduce his term to just three years and eight months remaining to serve. 'Olivier was a bright, funny and empathetic young man. A GTHL (Greater Toronto Hockey League) hockey goalie, he was studying journalism at TMU and dreamt of becoming a sports journalist. He was only 20 years old,' Bergeron said in a statement to the Toronto Sun . 'We are heartbroken that one of the mitigating factors in sentencing was that Olivier had 'only been shot once,' when that proved to be more than sufficient. Exactly how many times must a murderer shoot before they can be held fully accountable for their actions?' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The sentence is a reflection of a society that doesn't believe in — or wish to fund — lengthy incarceration, she said. 'Victims don't seek long, vengeful sentences, we seek acknowledgment of the harm done — not only are we denied, we are the ones ultimately put on trial. Our system, so careful not to harm the convicted, freely tramples over us.' Her victim impact statement was heavily redacted and Bergeron wasn't able to express how she felt about what she and her family have endured. 'In my opinion/experience, the criminal justice process is deeply traumatic to victims and an extension of the harm caused by the murderer.' She can only hope this chapter is over. Bergeron has no idea if her son's killer, who has never expressed any remorse, plans to appeal. mmandel@ Read More Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto Maple Leafs Canada Canada Golf
Time Out
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
About The Deep Blue Sea
TAMSIN GREIG stars in Terence Rattigan's 1950's study of obsession and the destructive power of love in a new production originally presented at the Theatre Royal Bath. When you're stuck between the devil and the deep blue sea, the deep blue sea can sometimes look very inviting. In this powerful drama of passion versus loyalty, Hester Collyer, the daughter of a clergyman and wife of a judge is floundering in the closing stages of a hopeless affair. Freddie Page, her lover, a handsome but shallow ex-Battle of Britain pilot, is out of his depth in their relationship, overwhelmed by the strength of an emotion he is incapable of reciprocating… Olivier Award winner Tamsin Greig has been one of the country's best-loved stage and screen actresses in a career spanning four decades. She won the Olivier for Best Actress in 2007 for Much Ado About Nothing and has been nominated for The Little Dog Laughed and Women on the Verge of a Breakdown. The cast includes Tony Award nominee Finbar Lynch (Not About Nightingales, National Theatre, Girl From The North Country, Noel Coward Theatre). Director Lindsay Posner's recent highly acclaimed productions include the West End transfer of Noises Off and A View From The Bridge starring Dominic West. Hide
