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USA Today
5 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Former USC players lament potential loss of Notre Dame rivalry
Former USC players lament potential loss of Notre Dame rivalry Many former Trojans are paying close attention to the developments surrounding the USC-Notre Dame football series Right now, the storied USC-Notre Dame rivalry appears it could be in serious jeopardy. The two schools do not have an extension to the series scheduled beyond 2026, and according to reports, they appear to be far apart on terms. Naturally, the news has not been positively received within the USC community. In the days following the news, several former Trojan players have lamented the possibility of the rivalry ending. "Losing the SC vs Notre Dame will be the dumbest thing I've ever witnessed," former USC offensive lineman Zach Banner tweeted. "My love and passion for that rivalry is 1 of the biggest reasons I moved my life to SoCal…" In addition, former USC running back Petros Papadakis, now an LA sports radio host and Fox Sports college football analyst, ripped Trojan head coach Lincoln Riley for allegedly trying to get out of the series. "College football has been taken over by the television companies, one of which I work for as you know," Papadakis said in an interview with John Canzano on sports radio 750 The Game in Portland, Oregon. "But honestly none of that in my opinion has anything to do with USC-Notre Dame, and should not have anything to do with USC-Notre Dame. And that's the beauty of USC-Notre Dame is that it transcends conference realignment, it transcends the NIL, and it transcends all of these different twists and turns in the sport. If it can survive World Wars it should be able to survive the selfishness and the absolute myopic nature of the era we live in. "It's ridiculous to think that it wouldn't. Because Lincoln Riley doesn't like it? Who the hell is Lincoln Riley in the grand scheme of things when it comes to USC and Notre Dame? "Lincoln Riley trying to wriggle out of Notre Dame. I've got news for you, if you can't beat Maryland or Minnesota, what the hell are you worried about playing Notre Dame or not. Collect the revenue. USC is not even close to competing. And if they were fourth in the Big Ten, trust me having Notre Dame on their resume, win or lose, is a lot better than beating someone 60-0 that is Missouri State. It's just very sad to me . . . any argument being made, the Big Ten, travel, all of this stuff. It all goes by the wayside. It's USC-Notre Dame. There's billions of dollars involved and the players are getting paid. Are you kidding? We're not going to play this? It's the dumbest thing I've heard in my life." Papadakis is certainly known for being a bit of a contrarian, and he has a noted history of negativity on air towards his alma mater. But he does make some valid points. Riley has been at USC for less than four years, and the expanded college football playoff has existed for less than one. For those two things to cause the end of one of college football's greatest rivalries that has been around for nearly a century would truly be a shame.
Sydney Morning Herald
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
How Aussie cookbooks are winning hearts and stomachs worldwide
'Seriously, when I (very late) sent through the material, and five days later I got the editorial comments, you couldn't see any of my writing, it was all blue and red. I was like 'woah', I thought I was done. It was so much! But I'm very happy that we went through that process – the final product is really amazing.' As for making dishes his own, Papadakis says you can take inspiration from the classics or your peers. 'I try to keep the integrity of the flavour and be original at the same time,' he says. 'A good example is our Tipomisu, a take on a tiramisu but very different, thus the name. We changed the coffee soaked savoiardi with a rich chocolate brownie and finished it with a salted caramel coffee sauce. 'In a similar way, we have had a smoked eel carbonara, where instead of guanciale I use local smoked eel, crisped up in a similar way as the guanciale, and make a smoked eel stock for the egg mix.' The book team includes editorial manager Virginia Birch, designers Andy Warren and Megan Pigott, photographer Mark Roper, stylist Lee Blaylock and illustrator Robin Cowcher. Australian cookbooks have form in the James Beard awards. Publisher Jane Willson has clocked up four wins and five nominations, including the latest for Tipo 00. Those wins include Josh Niland's first two books – The Whole Fish Cookbook and Take One Fish – the late Greg Malouf's Suqar in 2019, and Milk Made by Nick Haddow in 2017, all while she was at Hardie Grant. Nominations there include Carla Oates' The Beauty Chef in 2018 and From the Earth by Peter Gilmore in 2019. More recently, at Murdoch Books, she has garnered nominations for Mat Lindsay's Ester in 2024 and The Miller's Daughter by Emma Zimmerman in 2023. She says common ingredients in the best books are 'committed authors, appetite for risk (from all involved), a POV/something to say and a team that's greater than the sum of its parts – and is firing'. 'That last element is actually more important than you might think,' she says. 'Book-making is such a collaborative undertaking. I don't think it's any coincidence that the authors who get that and, indeed, embrace that, are often the ones who are recognised. 'It's a total thrill to win, but it doesn't really sell books ... What it does do, however, is recognise a commitment to thoughtful, quality, often boundary-pushing publishing.' Niland's The Whole Fish Cookbook won the major gong in the overall Book of the Year in 2020 as well as its category. His Take One Fish won its category in 2021, then Fish Butchery: Mastering the Catch, Cut and Craft won its category last year. The Sydney-based chef known for his restaurant St Peter wrote that first book in just eight weeks on his mobile phone and has sold more than 200,000 copies. 'Doing the book was a good lesson in working with creatives in other fields,' Niland says. 'I felt like we managed to put together a team for [ The Whole Fish ] that was so ready. And nobody was combative or said, 'No, I don't think that will work' … it was like being in a drama lesson where you get taught to say yes, and it just made the product better.' Lorraine Woodcheke has spent much of her career marketing Australian chefs and authors in North America, as marketing and publicity director for Hardie Grant in the US and before that at Penguin Random House/Ten Speed Press and Chronicle Books. Now with Murdoch, based in San Francisco, she says a nomination is a major honour and 'a win is life-changing'. 'It becomes a permanent part of a chef or author's bio – a credential that carries weight across the food and publishing industries anywhere in the world.' While it may not immediately equate to sales, a win significantly expands visibility, particularly in the US,' Woodcheke says. '[It] affirms an author's place among the most influential culinary voices of their time. That recognition stays with them for the rest of their career and beyond.'
The Age
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
How Aussie cookbooks are winning hearts and stomachs worldwide
'Seriously, when I (very late) sent through the material, and five days later I got the editorial comments, you couldn't see any of my writing, it was all blue and red. I was like 'woah', I thought I was done. It was so much! But I'm very happy that we went through that process – the final product is really amazing.' As for making dishes his own, Papadakis says you can take inspiration from the classics or your peers. 'I try to keep the integrity of the flavour and be original at the same time,' he says. 'A good example is our Tipomisu, a take on a tiramisu but very different, thus the name. We changed the coffee soaked savoiardi with a rich chocolate brownie and finished it with a salted caramel coffee sauce. 'In a similar way, we have had a smoked eel carbonara, where instead of guanciale I use local smoked eel, crisped up in a similar way as the guanciale, and make a smoked eel stock for the egg mix.' The book team includes editorial manager Virginia Birch, designers Andy Warren and Megan Pigott, photographer Mark Roper, stylist Lee Blaylock and illustrator Robin Cowcher. Australian cookbooks have form in the James Beard awards. Publisher Jane Willson has clocked up four wins and five nominations, including the latest for Tipo 00. Those wins include Josh Niland's first two books – The Whole Fish Cookbook and Take One Fish – the late Greg Malouf's Suqar in 2019, and Milk Made by Nick Haddow in 2017, all while she was at Hardie Grant. Nominations there include Carla Oates' The Beauty Chef in 2018 and From the Earth by Peter Gilmore in 2019. More recently, at Murdoch Books, she has garnered nominations for Mat Lindsay's Ester in 2024 and The Miller's Daughter by Emma Zimmerman in 2023. She says common ingredients in the best books are 'committed authors, appetite for risk (from all involved), a POV/something to say and a team that's greater than the sum of its parts – and is firing'. 'That last element is actually more important than you might think,' she says. 'Book-making is such a collaborative undertaking. I don't think it's any coincidence that the authors who get that and, indeed, embrace that, are often the ones who are recognised. 'It's a total thrill to win, but it doesn't really sell books ... What it does do, however, is recognise a commitment to thoughtful, quality, often boundary-pushing publishing.' Niland's The Whole Fish Cookbook won the major gong in the overall Book of the Year in 2020 as well as its category. His Take One Fish won its category in 2021, then Fish Butchery: Mastering the Catch, Cut and Craft won its category last year. The Sydney-based chef known for his restaurant St Peter wrote that first book in just eight weeks on his mobile phone and has sold more than 200,000 copies. 'Doing the book was a good lesson in working with creatives in other fields,' Niland says. 'I felt like we managed to put together a team for [ The Whole Fish ] that was so ready. And nobody was combative or said, 'No, I don't think that will work' … it was like being in a drama lesson where you get taught to say yes, and it just made the product better.' Lorraine Woodcheke has spent much of her career marketing Australian chefs and authors in North America, as marketing and publicity director for Hardie Grant in the US and before that at Penguin Random House/Ten Speed Press and Chronicle Books. Now with Murdoch, based in San Francisco, she says a nomination is a major honour and 'a win is life-changing'. 'It becomes a permanent part of a chef or author's bio – a credential that carries weight across the food and publishing industries anywhere in the world.' While it may not immediately equate to sales, a win significantly expands visibility, particularly in the US,' Woodcheke says. '[It] affirms an author's place among the most influential culinary voices of their time. That recognition stays with them for the rest of their career and beyond.'
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
M Love Vintage Holdings Inc. Embarks on New Era of Luxury Vintage Fashion Under The Now Corporation
PASADENA, Calif., April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Now Corporation (OTC: NWPN) ('The Company') is proud to spotlight the evolution and resurgence of classic American style through its wholly owned subsidiary, M Love Vintage Holdings Inc. Building upon the iconic legacy established by Chuck's Vintage—a name synonymous with high-quality, timeless denim and authentic Americana fashion—M Love Vintage Holdings is taking bold steps toward redefining the vintage luxury market with a new production line designed to inspire today's leading designers and stylists. The original Chuck's Vintage store, once a go-to destination for celebrities, designers, and fashion aficionados in Los Angeles, carved out a unique identity within the fashion landscape. Its curated collection of heritage denim, military pieces, and vintage garments created a cult following, drawing admiration from global fashion houses and cultural icons. Now, M Love Vintage Holdings is harnessing that legacy, bringing a modern edge to the brand's timeless appeal, and positioning itself at the forefront of the luxury vintage fashion movement.'We are honored to carry forward the legacy of Chuck's Vintage through M Love Vintage Holdings,' stated Alfredo Papadakis, CEO of The Now Corporation. 'Our mission is to preserve the soul of classic American fashion while expanding its reach and relevance for a new generation of creatives. By developing a specialized production line tailored to contemporary designers, we're not only reviving the heritage—we're reimagining it.' This strategic initiative marks a pivotal moment for M Love Vintage Holdings, as the brand prepares to launch a bespoke collection that blends old-world craftsmanship with modern design sensibilities. The upcoming production line will feature meticulously restored vintage textiles, upcycled denim, and limited-edition capsule pieces that reflect both historical authenticity and sustainable the Classics for Today's Visionaries At the heart of M Love Vintage Holdings' growth strategy is its commitment to creativity, quality, and collaboration. The new designer-focused line will serve as a premium resource for fashion houses, independent labels, and stylists seeking inspiration from authentic vintage aesthetics while contributing to sustainable fashion an industry increasingly driven by the convergence of history and innovation, M Love Vintage Holdings is carving out a space where nostalgia meets cutting-edge design. Each garment will tell a story—whether through hand-sourced military surplus jackets, mid-century denim finds, or custom-tailored silhouettes inspired by classic Americana. 'Fashion is a reflection of culture, and vintage fashion is a mirror of time. Our goal is to empower today's designers by giving them access to rare, high-quality vintage pieces that can be reinterpreted in exciting, sustainable ways,' added Papadakis. Reviving a Beloved Brand for a Global Audience The resurgence of M Love Vintage Holdings under The Now Corporation's umbrella signals a larger commitment to heritage branding and the elevation of vintage fashion as a luxury category. As global consumers continue to embrace circular fashion models, M Love Vintage Holdings is ideally positioned to serve this growing demand with authenticity, quality, and a deep-rooted story that resonates. By leveraging the foundation laid by Chuck's Vintage, M Love Vintage Holdings is set to become an influential force in the evolving fashion economy. With plans to expand its digital presence, launch exclusive partnerships, and introduce a series of limited-edition drops, the company is cultivating a vibrant ecosystem around collectible vintage fashion and timeless design. What's Next for M Love Vintage Holdings: As 2025 unfolds, fashion insiders and enthusiasts alike can expect a series of strategic updates from M Love Vintage Holdings, including: The launch of a signature designer capsule collection. Expansion of e-commerce and digital storytelling platforms. Collaborations with sustainability-focused influencers and stylists. Behind-the-scenes content showcasing restoration processes and vintage sourcing. Stay connected with M Love Vintage Holdings as the company unveils its next chapter—where heritage craftsmanship meets innovative design and Chuck's Vintage's legacy lives on through every stitch and silhouette. About The Now Corporation:The Now Corporation (OTC: NWPN) is committed to advancing clean energy solutions through its subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc. Green Rain Solar focuses on urban rooftop solar installations and grid-connected power solutions, targeting markets with high energy costs. By combining state-of-the-art solar and battery technologies, The Now Corporation is dedicated to driving innovation and sustainability in the renewable energy sector. Please visit: Legal Notice Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is subject to the safe harbor created by those sections. This material contains statements about expected future events and/or financial results that are forward- looking in nature and subject to risks and uncertainties. This includes the possibility that the business outlined in this press release may not be concluded due to unforeseen technical, installation, permitting, or other challenges. 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Reuters
06-02-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Papadakis, Hubbell to skate together to promote same-sex pairs in competition
ZURICH, Feb 6 (Reuters) - Retired Olympic champions Madison Hubbell and Gabriella Papadakis plan to skate together at events in a bid to help pave the way for same-sex pairs to compete officially. France's Papadakis won gold at the 2022 Beijing Games with male partner Guillaume Cizeron in ice dancing, while American Hubbell won the team event after Russia were stripped of their title in the wake of the Kamila Valieva doping scandal. Papadakis and Hubbell, who have retired from competitive figure skating, will perform together during the Art on Ice Gala in several cities in Switzerland this month, and hope to help break down a gender stereotype in the sport. "I see a lot of young women who want to pursue ice dance in a certain way and there's not that many young boys or men who are competing, so there's a limit to how many people right now are participating," Hubbell told Reuters on Wednesday after her rehearsal with Papadakis in Zurich. The pair, who have been training together in Montreal and have become friends, decided after the Beijing Games that it was time to try something new. "Until recently it was only men and women that could skate together for ice dance," Papadakis told Reuters. In October 2022, Skate Canada became the sport's first governing body to allow same-gender pairs to compete at the national level. "But it's not yet allowed worldwide, and so I think it's just a change that is happening and people want to see it. It's just not a lot of people are ready I guess," Papadakis said. The pair said it was a slow process but they wanted to use their status in the skating world to allow athletes to perform with a same-gender partner. "I'm hoping that some very brave individuals are willing to take the leap soon," Hubbell told Reuters. The pair will perform for the first time on Thursday at the Hallenstadion Arena in Zurich. The show will then move on to Freiburg and Davos.
