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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Third win for Ogier with victory in Rally of Sardinia
Sebastien Ogier won the Rally of Sardinia for a fifth time to move second in the world championship standings (Andreas SOLARO) Eight-time world champion Sebastien Ogier picked up his third win of the season with victory in the Rally of Sardinia on Sunday. The Toyota driver, who is not competing in the full 14 rounds of the WRC, began the day 17 seconds ahead of Ott Tanak (Hyundai), enabling him to control the rally from the front until a late error almost cost him the win. Advertisement On the final stage, Ogier failed to turn into a tight corner carved with deep ruts and was forced to stop and reverse before restarting. "In the ruts, I just couldn't turn the car," said Ogier. "There was no speed at all, so I didn't try to force it and hit it. I preferred to stop and reverse. Not ideal. Still, it was enough to win." Ogier's fifth win in Sardinia and his 64th career victory lifts him to second in the title race, 19 points behind leader Elfyn Evans, who could only finish fourth in his Toyota. "We have to be satisfied with this weekend," said a positive Evans who lost time with a wheel change on Saturday. Advertisement "We didn't have any major problems and we're in the championship battle with these guys (who finished ahead of him). They were very fast." The Estonian Tanak closed the gap to Ogier to 8sec but had to settle for second ahead of another Toyota driver, Finland's Kalle Rovanpera who came in 50sec off the lead and drops to third in the title race, a point behind Ogier. It was Toyota's sixth victory in six rallies this season and meant the same podium for the second rally running following Portugal in mid-May. Takamoto Katsuta (Toyota) rounded out the top five while reigning world champion Thierry Neuville (Hyundai) went off the road on Friday's fifth stage and finished outside the points in 19th position. The next round of the WRC is the Acropolis Rally which takes place in Greece at the end of June. cpb/ig/bsp/pi
Wales Online
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Wales Online
Huge sum raised for family of 'one of the best' killed in crash
Huge sum raised for family of 'one of the best' killed in crash Dai Roberts from the Carmarthen area died 13 years after his brother was also killed in a rally crash. He's been described as a 'winner in life' who had a 'big, big heart' Rally co-driver Dai Roberts from Carmarthenshire, who died in a crash on May 24 (Image: Motorsport UK ) Almost £150,000 has been raised for the family of 'one of the best' who tragically died in a rally car during an event in Scotland. Dai Roberts, from Carmarthenshire, was killed on Saturday, May 24, having been involved in a crash while taking part in the Jim Clark Rally in the Scottish Borders. Emergency services were called to the crash site that morning but Mr Roberts, who was 39, was pronounced dead at the scene. He was co-driver in the rally car, while the driver, James Williams, was taken to hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries. To make matters even more tragic for the Roberts family, Dai's brother Gareth also died while rallying in Sicily 13 years ago. Stay informed on Carms news by signing up to our newsletter here . In the wake of Mr Roberts' death last month, a fundraising page was set up in order to raise 'as much as possible for the funeral and on-going support for Dai's wife and children'. Incredibly, more than £100,000 was raised to help Mr Roberts' family in less than two days, while now, less than two weeks later, the total stands at £147,855. Motorsport journalist Luke Barry wrote on the website Dirtfish: 'It never, ever gets any easier. It never, ever feels fair. But for a family that has gone through so much pain, the heartbreaking loss of Dai Roberts has been particularly tough to take. 'The impact he made on the rallying community is immeasurable, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, professionalism and, above all, kindness. Article continues below 'Everybody has a story about him - each and every one unique and now so dearly cherished. But all underpinned by one common theme: Dai's big, big heart. Even when he didn't have time to speak to you, he made time to speak to you. 'The outpouring of emotion and online tributes since the heartbreaking news speak volumes. Dai improved lives. Dai was a winner on the special stages, but more importantly a winner in life.' Dai Roberts (right) with driver James Williams, who was also injured in the crash (Image: James Williams media office ) Other tributes paid to Mr Roberts since his death help paint a picture of the type of man he was. Co-driver Rob Fagg said: 'Dai as we walked back this morning (Saturday) from collecting our time cards, laughing and joking I didn't ever expect that to be the last time. One of the best in the seat, great friend in the sport over many, many years of competition. You will be missed by so many my friend.' Fellow Welsh rally driver Meirion Evans said: 'It's hard to know what to say, something like this hits hard and it still feels a bit numb. But there aren't many like Dai. 'A proper co-driver, driver, decent footballer, all round competitor and one of the most determined and strong people I have ever come across. My thoughts go out to the entire Roberts family.' Andy Davies, a British rally driver and close friend of Mr Roberts, said: 'Still struggling to process and acknowledge the reality of this. The world can be so damn cruel. 'Never more than a phone call away, Dai stepped up when I needed it most. He always had the answers. Someone I always had the utmost respect for, and someone I was lucky to call a friend. 'A life lived, a mark left on the world for so many. We all have a story about Dai. I'll look back on the memories, and miss you so very much.' Article continues below If you would like to contribute to the fundraising page set up for Mr Roberts' family, you can still do so here. Join our WhatsApp news community here for the latest breaking news.
Associated Press
02-06-2025
- General
- Associated Press
What is Shavuot? The Jewish festival that started hours after Boulder, Colorado, attack
Sunday afternoon's attack in Boulder, Colorado, took place hours before the start of a major Jewish festival, Shavuot. Authorities say a man used a flamethrower and threw an incendiary device into a group holding one of its regular rallies in solidarity with Israeli hostages in Gaza. Eight people were injured, some with burns. What is Shavuot? Shavuot (pronounced Shah-voo-OTE), Hebrew for 'weeks,' has been observed since biblical times. It marks the passing of seven weeks (49 days) from the holiday of Passover, with Shavuot falling on the 50th day. In biblical times, Shavuot was an agricultural festival, when Israelites would bring harvest offerings to the temple. Today, it's primarily commemorated as the traditional date on which God gave the Torah — the law that forms the heart of the Jewish Scriptures — to Moses on Mount Sinai, as described in the Bible. The 50-day time period gives the festival its Greek name, Pentecost, which is also the name for a holy day on the Christian calendar. When is Shavuot? Shavuot falls on the 6th of Sivan on the Jewish calendar, which reckons days as beginning at sundown. This year, Shavuot began Sunday evening and continues for one or two days, depending on tradition. For Jews inside Israel and for Reform Jews, the festival lasts for one day. Other traditions outside of Israel observe Shavuot for two days, ending Tuesday evening this year. (The variation stems from different traditions on when to observe lunar holidays, which historically were based on moon observations in ancient Israel.) Shavuot typically falls in May or June on the Gregorian calendar. How is Shavuot observed? Jews celebrate with readings of the biblical book of Exodus, including the Ten Commandments. Some mark the occasion with all-night readings from the Torah and other religious texts. Observant Jews refrain from work on Shavuot. The biblical book of Ruth, about a woman who embraces the Jewish faith, is often read and studied. Shavuot celebrations are often marked by the consumption of dairy products, such as cheesecake and cheese-filled blintzes. Explanations for this tradition vary; one is that the Torah is like nourishing milk for the spirit. Reform Judaism has traditionally connected Shavuot to its rite of confirmation for teens, in which they affirmed their commitment to Jewish life. Somber observances Tragically, this year's Shavuot is not the first time in recent memory that Jews have marked a normally festive holiday in grim circumstances. Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel, claiming about 1,200 lives, took place on Simchat Torah, a date when Jews celebrate the completion of their year-long cycle of Torah readings. Sunday's gathering in Boulder was to raise attention for the 58 hostages, around a third believed to be alive, who are still being held by Hamas. ___ Sources: 'What is a Jew?' by Rabbis Morris N. Kertzer and Lawrence A. Hoffman; Jewish Agency for Israel; JCC Association of North America. ___ Associated Press religion coverage receives support through the AP's collaboration with The Conversation US, with funding from Lilly Endowment Inc. The AP is solely responsible for this content.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rally UXR Secures $11M Series A to Transform How Enterprises Conduct User Research
Canapi Ventures Leads Round to Accelerate Adoption of Rally's User Research CRM Platform Across Product-Driven Organizations NEW YORK, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Rally UXR, the leading User Research CRM platform, today announced it has raised $11 million in a Series A funding round led by Canapi Ventures with participation from existing investors Stage 2 Capital and Y Combinator. Rally is redefining how enterprises manage and engage with their users for research—putting customer voices at the center of product innovation. Rally's SaaS-based platform streamlines the way research teams connect with users by automating participant selection, screening, outreach, scheduling, and incentives—dramatically reducing the time and complexity typically required to conduct high-quality research at scale. By embedding research operations into a single, secure, and compliant CRM, Rally enables teams to bring products to market faster that better fit the needs of their customers, generating more revenue in the process. "Rapid innovation demands equally rapid user insight," said Oren Friedman, CEO and co-founder of Rally. "Rally is purpose-built for the enterprise, helping teams connect directly with their customers to deliver the rich, actionable insights needed to shape exceptional product experiences—while building stronger, long-term customer relationships." Rally's platform is trusted by forward-thinking companies including Adobe, Sonos, SurveyMonkey, HelloFresh, GitLab, MongoDB, and Monzo Bank, and has helped leading brands manage and conduct research with more than 10 million users. Since its founding in 2021, Rally has experienced 3x year-over-year revenue growth and was backed by Y Combinator through its Winter 2022 cohort. "At the heart of Rally's offering is the conviction that great products start with great user research," said Walker Forehand, president and general partner at Canapi Ventures. "We're excited to partner with the Rally team to help more organizations unlock faster, deeper user understanding—and translate it into real product impact." "We obsess over the customer experience at Webflow, and Rally has transformed the way we engage with our users for research," said Brad Orego, head of research at Webflow. "We've been able to dramatically increase the volume and quality of research possible while simultaneously improving governance and security. With Rally, our entire Product team is empowered to confidently run their own research, accelerating product development, streamlining operational processes, and ultimately delivering a better experience for our customers." Rally's leadership team brings deep experience in building secure, scalable enterprise platforms, including a product and engineering team comprised of ex-HubSpot talent. Their collective mission: to make great research easy. About Rally UXRRally UXR is the User Research CRM trusted by leading companies to generate fast, high-value user insights that drive better product decisions. Based in New York City, Rally helps research and product teams automate participant management and streamline research workflows across the enterprise. Learn more at About Canapi VenturesCanapi is a B2B software and financial technology venture and growth equity platform investing in early to growth-stage companies offering disruptive alternatives to outdated business models and technologies. Backed by the Canapi Alliance – a network of over 70 of the leading financial institutions across the United States – Canapi's partners have decades of hands-on experience in financial services. Canapi brings unmatched sector experience and best-in-class knowledge, connections, and credibility to founders. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Rally UXR
Winnipeg Free Press
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Pride and power in place
Gena Boubard is checking off a lot of firsts this year. The Anishinaabe makeup artist is the first two-spirit contestant to compete in Miss Indigenous Canada and the organizer of the first-ever Pride celebration in Sagkeeng Anicinabe Nation. Boubard, who is non-binary and uses they/them pronouns, lives in Winnipeg and spends a lot of time visiting family in their home community, which is situated along the Winnipeg River 120 kilometres northeast of the city. SUPPLIED Gena Boubard hopes more First Nations host their own celebrations. SUPPLIED Gena Boubard hopes more First Nations host their own celebrations. Putting on a Pride event, which takes place Saturday, , June 7, has been a way to give back and empower LGBTTQ+ youth living in Sagkeeng; however, being the first came with some trepidation. 'I had so much fear around what people would think or say or how they would view me and I've received nothing but positive feedback. There's a lot more support than I could have ever imagined,' Boubard, 24, says. Saturday's Pride celebration kicks off at 11 a.m. with a parade beginning at the 'Welcome to Sagkeeng' sign featuring a local drum group and entertainment by drag performers, DJ Kaptain and the Bannock Babes. The parade will be followed by a two-spirit powwow, community feast and fireworks. There will be a craft market and speakers throughout the day, including Amazing Race Canada winners Anthony Johnson and James Makokis. The event is family-friendly and drug/alcohol-free. Event preview ● Fort Alexander, Saturday ● June 7 11 a.m. — parade ● 1:30 p.m. — two-spirit powwow and market ● 5 p.m. — community feast ● 10 p.m. — fireworks This is Boubard's first time organizing an event of this scale. 'I'm learning a lot very quickly. I'm overwhelmed, but in the best way. It's been really exciting getting things together and shopping and planning all the fun stuff for the day,' Boubard says. The event is open to the public and Boubard expects attendees from nearby communities and across the province, including Sagkeeng members living off-reserve and representatives from Eastman Pride, which helps co-ordinate Pride activities in eastern Manitoba. 'It really fills my heart and it actually makes me emotional and really proud of my community that so many people are stepping up to support and be involved,' Boubard says, adding the call for volunteers has been met with enthusiasm. 'I'm hoping (attendees) see just how large the two-spirit community is and how much it's really needed right now in the face of the homophobia and transphobia we're seeing throughout North America. And I'm hoping this sparks conversations within Indigenous families in regards to how we view gender identity and sexuality.' LORI PENNER / THE CARILLON Presenters and performers at last year's Pembina Valley Pride March and Rally LORI PENNER / THE CARILLON Presenters and performers at last year's Pembina Valley Pride March and Rally Boubard is already looking forward to next year's Sagkeeng Pride event and wants to see more local First Nations hosting their own celebrations. Discussions are also underway for year-round LGBTTQ+ programming in Sagkeeng. Boubard has been competing in beauty pageants for nearly a decade and says the events have been good training for their current advocacy work. 'It's been a beautiful experience. I've learned a lot of confidence, leadership skills, how to be involved in my community, how to use my voice,' says the Miss Southern Manitoba World title-holder and former Miss World Canada contestant. Miss Indigenous Canada is now in its second year with the 2025 winner set to be crowned in July at a pageant in Six Nations, Ont. Jessica McKenzie, representing Opaskwayak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba, was the contest's inaugural winner. If you value coverage of Manitoba's arts scene, help us do more. Your contribution of $10, $25 or more will allow the Free Press to deepen our reporting on theatre, dance, music and galleries while also ensuring the broadest possible audience can access our arts journalism. BECOME AN ARTS JOURNALISM SUPPORTER Click here to learn more about the project. Eva WasneyReporter Eva Wasney has been a reporter with the Free Press Arts & Life department since 2019. Read more about Eva. Every piece of reporting Eva produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the Free Press's tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about Free Press's history and mandate, and learn how our newsroom operates. Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider becoming a subscriber. Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support.
