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National Post
5 days ago
- National Post
Ontario cottage country murder and arson suspect confirmed dead
Mitchell Gray, the 29-year-old man wanted in connection with a shooting and fire in Ontario's cottage country that triggered a shelter-in-place order and police hunt, has been confirmed dead. Article content Gray's body was one of two bodies found inside a home that was set on fire last Friday near the town of Bracebridge, Ont. Article content Article content He died from smoke inhalation, according to a post-mortem examination by the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Article content Article content The second body has been confirmed as 59-year-old Anita Gray, who died from a gunshot wound, according to a police statement issued late Wednesday. Article content Article content Police also confirmed the identity of a man found shot dead in the driveway, 60-year-old Paul Gray. Article content Police did not provide details on their relationships, however, local media are reporting the victims are Mitchell Gray's parents. Article content Police responded to shots fired at the family's home shortly after 8 p.m. Friday. When they arrived, one man was found dead outside and the residence in flames. Two more bodies were later located inside. Article content Police issued a shelter-in-place order, alerting local residents they were responding to an incident involving 'a potentially armed individual in distress.' Article content The advisory was lifted just before 2 a.m. Saturday. Police said that although Gray hadn't been located, he wasn't believed to pose a threat to public safety because the individuals involved were known to each other. Article content Police issued a wanted bulletin. As of Tuesday afternoon, Ontario Provincial Police said they were still searching for Gray. 'He remains outstanding,' an OPP spokesperson told National Post. 'We ask that anyone with information about the incident or his whereabouts to contact police or Crime Stoppers.' Article content Article content Police told that they suspected the bodies inside the fire-gutted home were son and mother but still they searched for Gray. Article content 'You're always never quite sure,' police said. Article content
Tom's Guide
10-07-2025
- General
- Tom's Guide
Experts recommend the 'ifs and buts' rule to declutter your wardrobe this summer — here's how it works
Decluttering my wardrobe is one of those household chores I love to avoid. But, as summer hits, it becomes an inevitability that I'm going to have to face my clothes to find the ones I want to wear. It's really hard to ignore the clutter when I'm scooping clothes out of the way to try and find the pair of shorts that I hope still fit, or the sandals that have disappeared into the abyss of my very full wardrobe. And while I've tried a lot of decluttering methods over the years, most recently the 'poop rule' helped me sort out a lot of clutter throughout my home, it didn't quite work for my clothes. So, as I attempt to fold up and pack away winter clothing and unpack the summer clothes ready to see the light of day for another year, I've found an expert recommended rule that may save us all from clutter-filled woes. You may have heard of the classic idiom 'no ifs, no buts', which is a pretty common way of saying you don't want to hear any excuses to something you've said. And, when it comes to decluttering your clothes, Paul Gray, an expert at Chums, introduces the 'ifs and buts' rule, which means: "When you pick up an item, ask yourself why you don't want to keep it." If you find yourself making excuses for your clothing using either 'ifs and buts', then you shouldn't keep it. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. "Get rid of any 'ifs and buts' items and replace them with items that properly serve the purpose you need them to". For example, you pull a pair of shorts out of your wardrobe ready for summer and you find yourself saying: "I really love the way these shorts look on me, but I don't like the color". Or maybe there's a pair of heels you always look at and say: "I'd love to wear these shoes, if they were a bit lower in the heel". And when you use this clever 'ifs and buts' rule, you'll end up figuring out what is surplus in your wardrobe and what you're realistically never going to wear because the same excuse continues to arise. Paul then advises: "Get rid of any 'ifs and buts' items and replace them with items that properly serve the purpose you need them to". It's not just about decluttering, but about doing it with purpose. Then, you can streamline your wardrobe and fill it with items you can't find any excuse not to wear. As I briefly mentioned, the 'poop rule' is one of my favorite methods for decluttering my home, but it doesn't translate into tidying out my wardrobe. And while there's been other decluttering methods that I'm a big fan of, like KonMari, Swedish death cleaning or '27 Fling Boogie', when it comes to finding ways to tidy up, I don't think you can ever have enough helpful tools. Luckily, Paul also has some other rules you can follow. Take the '20/20 rule', for example. For this, he says: "If the item can be replaced within 20 minutes for less than £20, get rid of it". This one's specifically for small, everyday items that you might keep around your home 'just in case'. The idea is that if it's easily replaceable and you're not using it, it's not worth the clutter it's creating in your home waiting for that 'what if' moment. Or, there's the 'six-month trial', which Paul explains: "Put items you're not sure into a box or bag and store them away somewhere. If you haven't missed them in six months' time, there's no need to keep them". I'm a huge fan of this one in particular because it prompts you to be more mindful of the items you keep around you, as well as reducing those regretful thoughts you can have once something has been discarded or donated. If you know for a fact it's not something you use or miss when you place it into the six-month trial, you know it's not serving a purpose in your home. And then, you can enjoy a tidy house and a tidy mind.
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Scotsman
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Remembering Paul Gray: our experiences watching Slipknot to interviewing the late bassist
Celebrate the life of Paul Gray with our trip down memory lane - from Slipknot performing to interviewing the bassist. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... This year marks the 15th anniversary of Slipknot bassist Paul Gray's death. The bass player was long considered by many fans as the heart of the band through his interactions with 'maggots.' Benjamin Jackson recalls his interview with the late band member, their discussion over a UK food staple and when he saw the band perform for the first time in 2000. There's a dark cloud hanging over the metal community today, as this weekend marks the 15th anniversary of the death of Slipknot bassist, Paul Gray. For many, the name immediately conjures images of the masked, enigmatic force that was Slipknot. Known to fans as #2 and Pig, Gray was much more than just the bassist; he was a founding member of the iconic Iowan metal band and a primary songwriter. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad His contributions were instrumental in shaping Slipknot's brutal yet melodic sound, helping to forge the unique blend of aggression and artistry that catapulted them to global superstardom. Culture and tickets writer Benjamin Jackson shared his experiences, both seeing Slipknot for the first time and interviewing the late bass player Paul Gray. | Getty Images/Canva Behind the terrifying masks and chaotic stage presence, Gray was often described by his bandmates as the heart of Slipknot, a pivotal creative and emotional anchor. His basslines laid the thunderous foundation for their intricate, nine-member sonic assault, underpinning some of the most influential metal anthems of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. His sudden passing on May 24 2010 left an irreplaceable void, not just within the band, but across the entire heavy metal community. In memory of the bassist, I wanted to share the duality of the performer (to use a Slipknot pun there) - the absolute terror that he and Slipknot were when I first saw the band live back in 2000, and then interviewing this warm, loving, genuinely caring individual before the band performed in New Zealand on their All Hope Is Gone tour. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The first time I saw Slipknot live - March 20 2000, Rock City, Nottingham At 16 years old, living in a small market town with a vibrant community of metallers, punks, and alternative music fans, the journey to Nottingham's Rock City was a pilgrimage. It was there I caught acts like Soulfly, Glassjaw, Hell Is For Heroes, and many others in my formative years. One band, however, filled me with slight trepidation: Slipknot, who had released their Roadrunner Records debut and started to elicit a moral panic about the 'stain' they might leave on the youth of the United Kingdom. You know, akin to the moral panic over Eminem performing in the UK. Kittie's Morgan Lander provided my first memorable moment of the show. Coming on stage to a chorus of misogynistic catcalls, the singer let out a deafening metal growl, telling those people to perform an act that biologically couldn't be performed. It set the tone for a no-nonsense evening of unadulterated metal mayhem. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Slipknot were incredible, as you would expect, and despite being thrown around the mosh pit that evening, I wasn't punched in the face by any member. That's not to say I didn't feel slightly concerned when the band started setting fire to their percussion rigs, cementing themselves as extreme, unpredictable, and a lot of fun. Slipknot set list - Rock City, Nottingham, March 20 2000 (sic) Eyeless Wait and Bleed Liberate Surfacing Purity Spit It Out Only One Get This Scissors Interviewing Paul Gray ahead of Slipknot's NZ shows - 2008 Being told I would be interviewing Paul was a slight relief, but the anxiety lingered; this was a band I knew could be quite volatile – at least, that's what the pages of rock magazines and websites frequently suggested. I was met with a softly spoken, attentive voice on the other end who wasn't just undertaking an interview. He genuinely sounded like he wanted to have a conversation, and even asked about myself, being a journalist, a metal fan, and what New Zealand was like – a complete opposite of the pig-masked maniac on stage. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad That was par for the course for Paul, though. The man would happily give up his bass guitar for a fan who explained they wanted to become a musician but couldn't afford the setup. He was the guy who, despite a commotion outside, would call me back asking if I had any other questions or wanted to talk more. The everlasting memory of the interview, as odd as it sounds, was the topic of a UK delicacy I longed for but could never get in New Zealand. Believe it or not, it was the humble Pot Noodle I was craving, but biosecurity laws in the country wouldn't allow it. Discussing the difficulty (for some reason) with Paul, I won't forget how adamant he was with me: 'Really? That's all you want? Did you want me to bring one over with us? Let me know, if you're coming to the show, and I will get you that… Pot Noodle was it?' I bonded with this man, who eight years earlier was on stage while all hell was breaking loose with fire and the carpeted area around the Rock City stage (at that time), over something many people turned their nose at. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But that was part of the reason the bassist was so beloved; he seemed like he would do anything for the fans, enjoyed conversing with people, and took an interest in their lives, rather than simply focusing on the PR message the band was trying to convey during interviews. Did you see Slipknot during their first UK tour, or have you previously had the chance to talk to Paul Gray before his death? Share your memories of the late, beloved bassist by leaving a comment below.
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Scotsman
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Remembering Paul Gray: our experiences watching Slipknot to interviewing the late bassist
Celebrate the life of Paul Gray with our trip down memory lane - from Slipknot performing to interviewing the bassist. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... This year marks the 15th anniversary of Slipknot bassist Paul Gray's death. The bass player was long considered by many fans as the heart of the band through his interactions with 'maggots.' Benjamin Jackson recalls his interview with the late band member, their discussion over a UK food staple and when he saw the band perform for the first time in 2000. There's a dark cloud hanging over the metal community today, as this weekend marks the 15th anniversary of the death of Slipknot bassist, Paul Gray. For many, the name immediately conjures images of the masked, enigmatic force that was Slipknot. Known to fans as #2 and Pig, Gray was much more than just the bassist; he was a founding member of the iconic Iowan metal band and a primary songwriter. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad His contributions were instrumental in shaping Slipknot's brutal yet melodic sound, helping to forge the unique blend of aggression and artistry that catapulted them to global superstardom. Culture and tickets writer Benjamin Jackson shared his experiences, both seeing Slipknot for the first time and interviewing the late bass player Paul Gray. | Getty Images/Canva Behind the terrifying masks and chaotic stage presence, Gray was often described by his bandmates as the heart of Slipknot, a pivotal creative and emotional anchor. His basslines laid the thunderous foundation for their intricate, nine-member sonic assault, underpinning some of the most influential metal anthems of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. His sudden passing on May 24 2010 left an irreplaceable void, not just within the band, but across the entire heavy metal community. In memory of the bassist, I wanted to share the duality of the performer (to use a Slipknot pun there) - the absolute terror that he and Slipknot were when I first saw the band live back in 2000, and then interviewing this warm, loving, genuinely caring individual before the band performed in New Zealand on their All Hope Is Gone tour. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The first time I saw Slipknot live - March 20 2000, Rock City, Nottingham At 16 years old, living in a small market town with a vibrant community of metallers, punks, and alternative music fans, the journey to Nottingham's Rock City was a pilgrimage. It was there I caught acts like Soulfly, Glassjaw, Hell Is For Heroes, and many others in my formative years. One band, however, filled me with slight trepidation: Slipknot, who had released their Roadrunner Records debut and started to elicit a moral panic about the 'stain' they might leave on the youth of the United Kingdom. You know, akin to the moral panic over Eminem performing in the UK. Kittie's Morgan Lander provided my first memorable moment of the show. Coming on stage to a chorus of misogynistic catcalls, the singer let out a deafening metal growl, telling those people to perform an act that biologically couldn't be performed. It set the tone for a no-nonsense evening of unadulterated metal mayhem. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Slipknot were incredible, as you would expect, and despite being thrown around the mosh pit that evening, I wasn't punched in the face by any member. That's not to say I didn't feel slightly concerned when the band started setting fire to their percussion rigs, cementing themselves as extreme, unpredictable, and a lot of fun. Slipknot set list - Rock City, Nottingham, March 20 2000 (sic) Eyeless Wait and Bleed Liberate Surfacing Purity Spit It Out Only One Get This Scissors Interviewing Paul Gray ahead of Slipknot's NZ shows - 2008 Being told I would be interviewing Paul was a slight relief, but the anxiety lingered; this was a band I knew could be quite volatile – at least, that's what the pages of rock magazines and websites frequently suggested. I was met with a softly spoken, attentive voice on the other end who wasn't just undertaking an interview. He genuinely sounded like he wanted to have a conversation, and even asked about myself, being a journalist, a metal fan, and what New Zealand was like – a complete opposite of the pig-masked maniac on stage. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad That was par for the course for Paul, though. The man would happily give up his bass guitar for a fan who explained they wanted to become a musician but couldn't afford the setup. He was the guy who, despite a commotion outside, would call me back asking if I had any other questions or wanted to talk more. The everlasting memory of the interview, as odd as it sounds, was the topic of a UK delicacy I longed for but could never get in New Zealand. Believe it or not, it was the humble Pot Noodle I was craving, but biosecurity laws in the country wouldn't allow it. Discussing the difficulty (for some reason) with Paul, I won't forget how adamant he was with me: 'Really? That's all you want? Did you want me to bring one over with us? Let me know, if you're coming to the show, and I will get you that… Pot Noodle was it?' I bonded with this man, who eight years earlier was on stage while all hell was breaking loose with fire and the carpeted area around the Rock City stage (at that time), over something many people turned their nose at. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But that was part of the reason the bassist was so beloved; he seemed like he would do anything for the fans, enjoyed conversing with people, and took an interest in their lives, rather than simply focusing on the PR message the band was trying to convey during interviews.
