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CBC
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
New music festival prepares for takeoff at London's airport
Social Sharing A new two-day music festival is coming to London, but it's not happening inside a venue or at a park. The first-ever Rock the Runway will take place at London International Airport on Sept. 12 and 13, with the goal of becoming London's largest music event, President of Jones Entertainment Group Brad Jones said. "When you stand out on [the airport's] northwest corner runway, you just see the size of it, instantly we knew we could do something special," Jones explained Tuesday. There are advantages to holding a festival at an airport, including it being an isolated space with several entrances and exits to mitigate traffic congestion, and it has asphalt grounds that won't turn muddy in the rain. The corner of the airport grounds can fit 25,000 people, Jones said, more than double what Canada Life Place or Harris Park, home of the annual Rock the Park festival that he also organizes, can hold. Big-name artists only want to play for large crowds, Jones said. "The thing we're most excited about is bringing really large entertainers who may not be able to play London [due to small venues]," he said. "We're limited in what we can do, but now with this new partnership, it just opens up the world to London." A lineup has not been announced, but Jones said Londoners can expect a mix of Canadian and international acts of a variety of genres. The first headline artists will be announced within the next two weeks, Jones said. "If you're a music lover, there will be something for everybody," he said. New home of Western's orientation concert The airport has played host to other large events, including the annual air show and drive-in movies. "It's a massive, wide open space with lots of concrete and lots of grass space that's well-suited for large events," London International Airport President Scott McFadzean said. For this first Rock the Runway, the intent is to get post-secondary students out to the show. That crowd is so important that McFadzean and Jones are partnering with Western's University Students' Council (USC) to make the school's annual orientation week concert, called "PurpleFest," part of Rock the Runway. "We just think it's super valuable to get students out of the on-campus bubble and into the community quickly," said USC chief operating officer Jeff Armour. Oftentimes, PurpleFest is a closed on-campus concert exclusive to Western students, but this year's event will allow them to interact with the general public. "Everyone can take some value from having a shared experience with others, where you're out enjoying yourself," Armour said. While details are still being finalized, Armour said the event will have similar safety features as an on-campus concert with lots of security present. There will also be transportation options for students, and the USC working to subsidize ticket prices to ensure they are affordable, he said. Creating an "aerotropolis" Rock the Runway is one of the airport's latest initiatives to bring people to the area for reasons beyond travel, McFadzean said, pointing to the pickleball and volleyball courts that have opened in recent years. "We're really trying to create what I call an 'aerotropolis,' which is like a small city within a city," McFadzean said. "We want to continue to give reasons for people to come out to the east part of our city and to our airport, and remind them that there's a lot of cool things happening out there." The festival will not interfere with flights those two days, McFadzean said, and eventgoers may even see a few planes arriving during the show. "You will see some airplanes in the background. They won't be directly overhead, but it's still a cool viewing spot," he said.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gigi Hadid's Spring Mani Was So Unexpected We Nearly Missed the Gold Ring on That Finger
All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by Glamour editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Aeon/Getty Gigi Hadid is a spring baby, but you wouldn't be able to tell by her 30th birthday photos. They say April 25 is the perfect date because it's 'not too hot, not too cold—all you need is a light jacket.' However, the 30-year-old model didn't seem to bare that in mind, shirking any outerwear in favor of showing off her structured white corset top and low-rise leather pants, which she paired with a white clutch and sensible heels. Her boyfriend, Bradley Cooper, on the other hand, seemed to take the famed Miss Congeniality quote to heart, pairing his navy ensemble with an Eagles Super Bowl varsity jacket…Or should we start using the term fiancé? According to multiple publications, the gold band on Gigi's left ring finger has 'sparked engagement rumors,' though I was more focussed on her unexpected Bordeaux manicure, which matched her deep red lipstick look. Typically, burgundy nail polish is considered a fall-winter shade, with soft pastels and neutral hues dominating spring manicure trends. Even red polish-devotees tend to lean towards brighter cherry tones as we enter warmer months. For example, Essie's Gel Couture shade Rock the Runway is a particular favorite of Selena Gomez around this time of year, whether she's rocking short or long oval nails. Even Gigi Hadid's sister Bella, who attended the star-studded birthday party in a black capris jumpsuit and black leather jacket, finished off her seasonless look with a classic French manicure. Of course, we've definitely seen a rise in 'moody nails' this season, with Hailey Bieber and Gigi Hadid both rocking more muted, cool-toned manicures earlier this month. Now, it seems Gigi has switched her mocha nails for a sultry maroon polish that stood out against her stark white clutch, which may explain the sudden focus on her ring stack. For what it's worth, a source told People that Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper are 'serious about each other' but aren't 'looking to rush anything' as of January 2025. According to the source, an engagement would be a 'big step' for the couple, who have been linked since October 2023. It seems very likely Gigi just threw on as many gold rings as she could fit on her hands. Meanwhile, I'm considering rushing into the nail salon for a vampy spring upgrade. $13.00, Ulta $10.00, Amazon Originally Appeared on Glamour
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gigi Hadid's Spring Mani Was So Unexpected We Nearly Missed the Gold Ring on That Finger
All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by Glamour editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Aeon/Getty Gigi Hadid is a spring baby, but you wouldn't be able to tell by her 30th birthday photos. They say April 25 is the perfect date because it's 'not too hot, not too cold—all you need is a light jacket.' However, the 30-year-old model didn't seem to bare that in mind, shirking any outerwear in favor of showing off her structured white corset top and low-rise leather pants, which she paired with a white clutch and sensible heels. Her boyfriend, Bradley Cooper, on the other hand, seemed to take the famed Miss Congeniality quote to heart, pairing his navy ensemble with an Eagles Super Bowl varsity jacket…Or should we start using the term fiancé? According to multiple publications, the gold band on Gigi's left ring finger has 'sparked engagement rumors,' though I was more focussed on her unexpected Bordeaux manicure, which matched her deep red lipstick look. Typically, burgundy nail polish is considered a fall-winter shade, with soft pastels and neutral hues dominating spring manicure trends. Even red polish-devotees tend to lean towards brighter cherry tones as we enter warmer months. For example, Essie's Gel Couture shade Rock the Runway is a particular favorite of Selena Gomez around this time of year, whether she's rocking short or long oval nails. Even Gigi Hadid's sister Bella, who attended the star-studded birthday party in a black capris jumpsuit and black leather jacket, finished off her seasonless look with a classic French manicure. Of course, we've definitely seen a rise in 'moody nails' this season, with Hailey Bieber and Gigi Hadid both rocking more muted, cool-toned manicures earlier this month. Now, it seems Gigi has switched her mocha nails for a sultry maroon polish that stood out against her stark white clutch, which may explain the sudden focus on her ring stack. For what it's worth, a source told People that Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper are 'serious about each other' but aren't 'looking to rush anything' as of January 2025. According to the source, an engagement would be a 'big step' for the couple, who have been linked since October 2023. It seems very likely Gigi just threw on as many gold rings as she could fit on her hands. Meanwhile, I'm considering rushing into the nail salon for a vampy spring upgrade. $13.00, Ulta $10.00, Amazon Originally Appeared on Glamour
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Selena Gomez Wore This $13 Cherry Coded Nail Polish While Out With Benny Blanco
All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by Glamour editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate Gomez is known for her impeccable taste in manis and her latest nail color is not only trending, but a drugstore favorite. While promoting her new album I Said I Love You First in New York City with fiancé Benny Blanco, Gomez wore a cherry coded look by celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik. Bachik is the mastermind behind some of Gomez's most popular nail looks. Over the past few months, she's worn everything from peach champagne to , but to celebrate her romantic album, Bachik and Gomez opted for a fiery red shade from Gel by Essie in Rock the Runway. Described by Essie as a 'fierce scarlet," the cherry coded color costs only $13 and was worn during her appearance on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon and for date night with Blanco after. After experimenting with ballerina nails (also known as coffin nails) Gomez reverted back to her signature long almond shape. To complete the look, Gomez wore a classic little black dress with sheer tights, pumps, and glittering earrings and styled her Old Hollywood bob with a bouncy blowout. Of course, she had her marquise diamond ring on full display during the appearance, where she and Blanco detailed her reaction to his proposal. According to the brand, Bachik applied Rock the Runway followed by the Gel by Essie Top Coat for extra gloss and shine. On Instagram, Bachik also revealed that he used his own Tweezerman x Tom Bachik Ultimate Nail Care Set to prep the nails. Run, don't walk to pick up Selena Gomez's affordable red nail polish below. $13.00, Amazon Originally Appeared on Glamour
