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Calgary Herald
22-05-2025
- Business
- Calgary Herald
Parker: Creative agency continues to Strut its stuff after 25 years
Life has its ups and downs, and businesses have certainly suffered through some tough times over the past few years. Yet, the good ones pulled through — and many, including Strut Creative, have prospered. Article content Strut kept its long-standing accounts and has acquired some amazing new local and international clients. Article content Founded by Aaron Salus and Natalie Selinger out of Selinger's spare bedroom, the company is celebrating its 25 th anniversary next month. Article content Article content It grew, and although taking bigger space above Café Beano in Kipling Square — and for many years in the office building at the corner of 17 th Avenue and 2 nd Street S.E. — during the pandemic its staff got used to working remotely. Today, it conducts its business virtually, with half of the staff of 13 in Calgary and the rest in Toronto, Ottawa, Edmonton, Canmore and the Okanagan. Article content Article content Selinger left to raise a family and Salus has been joined by partner and creative strategist Russ Bugera in achieving Strut's success in its three main areas of brand, campaigns and digital platforms. Article content Among its newer clients, Salus is proud of the work Strut has done in the not-for-profit world for the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA). Strut was charged with communicating the findings of its scientific studies to help people understand the risks of alcohol abuse. It produced a campaign in newspapers, transit and digital to direct people to the CCSA website, resulting in huge numbers responding to its overarching goal of improving the wellness for people experiencing the harms of substance use. Article content Article content 'Drink less — live more' was Strut's advice. Article content CCSA is based in Ottawa, and Salus says it contacted Strut after admiring the good work it has done for Canadian Geographic over the past 16 years. Article content The Calgary company has completed some remarkably good projects for Canadian Geographic, most recently in rebuilding its online magazine experience, including an interactive map and feature photography articles, and a collection of powerful tools facilitating searching through decades of content. It brings it to life in ways not possible in the print issues of the 96-year-old magazine, while increasing reader engagement, subscription, donations and advertising. Article content Other notable campaigns for Canadian Geographic include Live Net Zero, helping Canadians reduce household carbon emissions; sharing the stories of Indigenous peoples with online and app resources for the Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada; and 10,000 Changes, championing Canada's commitment to rethink plastic.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Why Popes Are Typically Buried in St. Peter's Basilica
After the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, April 21st, 2025, his body was moved to St. Peter's Basilica. Today was the last opportunity for mourners to pay their respects, as the coffin closed at 8pm. The funeral on Saturday, will be held at 4am ET. In a break with tradition, Pope Francis will not be buried in the Basilica, but in the fifth-century church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, Santa Maria Maggiore. The Associated Press reported that the choice reflected Pope Francis's 'veneration of an icon of the Virgin Mary that is located there, the Salus Populi Romani (Salvation of the people of Rome).' It will be the first time a pope has not been buried in St. Peter's Basilica since 1903, when Pope Leo XIII was buried in the Basilica of San Giovanni in Lateran. The choice of burial location depends on a few factors, writes the Catholic News agency, and 'the chosen location may be a basilica the deceased pope is particularly fond of or one that is a symbolically important place.' And while St. Peter's is the most common place of rest, it's not a given—nor has it ever been. 'The tradition of burying popes in St. Peter's does not date back to the beginning of Christianity,' Father Roberto Regoli, director of the Department of Church History at the Pontifical Gregorian University told the Catholic News Agency. But choosing St. Peter's Basilica as a final resting place has a strong tradition, going back to the 4th Century. To date, more than an estimated 140 of the 265 deceased popes have been buried in St. Peter's Basilica, according to the National Cathedral Register. St. Peters is a church within Vatican City, the microstate in Rome. The word "basilica" can refer to a Roman Catholic church in which ceremonies take place, but, according to Merriam-Webster it can also be used to describe a church 'consisting of nave and aisles with clerestory and a large high transept from which an apse projects;' the apse is a domed or arched recessed area. Basilica then is said to have evolved from its original usage in Ancient Greek and subsequent Roman usage to describe a large, multi-use function hall, according to The Oxford Dictionary of the Classical World. It was on the 18th of April, in 1506, that Pope Julius II launched construction on St. Peter's Basilica when he 'laid the first stone' at the site of what would become the church that stands today, 'outside the old Constantinian and medieval church, to the left of the apse,' according to the church's official website. It would take over a century to complete. While described as an "unprecedented artistic and spiritual adventure," the 20 pontificates who saw stages of construction 'never wished to diverge from the preceding tradition, which placed the tomb of Saint Peter at the centre of the Basilica.' The completed work, a masterpiece of Renaissance style with many baroque elements, is powerfully ornate. At over 23,000 square feet, St. Peter's Basilica is home to Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldachin, to name only a few of its marvels. Beneath the Basilica are the Vatican Grottoes, the chambers and the tombs of the popes as well as other notable ecclesiastical people. Constructed in 1590 and 1591, the vaults are suspected to be even older, possibly dating to the time of Pope Leo X in 1520. Initially built to support the basilica, the Grottoes became a memorial space in the 17th century, when the church underwent demolition and reconstruction; a place 'where statues, mosaics, paintings and inscriptions were displayed as relics of the venerated and lost church.' To watch Pope Francis' funeral, tune into ABC News Live coverage, which will begin on Saturday at 3:30 a.m. ET and will also be streamed on Disney+ and Hulu. You Might Also Like From the Archive: Tour Sarah Jessica Parker's Relaxed Hamptons Retreat 75 Small (But Mighty) Kitchens to Steal Inspiration from Right This Instant
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
How Pope Francis' funeral will be simpler than previous events
(NewsNation) — Pope Francis' funeral proceedings are set to be reflective of his preferences in life: Simple, without the pomp and circumstance typically associated with papal ceremonies. The funeral service will be held at 4 a.m. EDT in St. Peter's Square on April 26. You can watch the funeral on NewsNation's site and app. Not sure how to watch NewsNation? Find your channel here. How is a conclave conducted after a pope dies? In April 2024, Francis adjusted some of the church's customs regarding papal funerals and posthumous proceedings. The changes to the Rite of Burial for Roman Pontiffs paved the way for his own simplified funeral and burial site, as detailed in his final will. Typically, popes have three coffins — made of cypress wood, lead and elm — that are stacked together and buried in the Vatican grottoes beneath St. Peter's Basilica. Francis, under the renewed rite, opted to be buried in just one coffin: A wooden casket lined with zinc. At the time of the changes, Archbishop Diego Ravelli said the decision to update proceedings aimed to 'emphasize even more that the funeral of the Roman Pontiff is that of a pastor and disciple of Christ and not of a powerful person of this world.' On Tuesday, the Vatican released the first photos of Francis' body in an open casket at the Domus Santa Marta hotel, where he lived and died. He will soon be transported to St. Peter's Basilica, where a public viewing of his body will begin on Wednesday. Betting odds on who the next pope will be Francis' singular coffin will not be placed on an elevated bier, as is custom, once he arrives at St. Peter's. His coffin, instead, will simply face basilica's pews. In another break from recent tradition, the pontiff's final resting place won't be on the grounds of St. Peter's. Instead, Francis will be buried in a simple tomb at the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major. Located outside the Vatican, the basilica is home to Francis' favorite icon of the Virgin Mary, the Salus Populi Romani. Italian Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi told the Associated Press that Francis 'wanted to be buried under the shadow of a woman, in this case Maria.' Trump, first lady to attend Pope Francis funeral It's estimated that 90 prior popes — including John Paul I, John Paul II and Benedict XVI — have been buried at the Vatican Grottoes, according to its official website. Since the current sanctuary was finished in 1626, more than 75% of deceased popes have been laid to rest at St. Peter's, the National Catholic Register reports. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Where Will Pope Francis Be Buried?
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Pope Francis, who has headed the Catholic church since 2013, died at 88 years old after a string of health complications, the Vatican announced today. Throughout his twelve-year papacy, Francis implored compassion for migrants and the disenfranchised, leading a public life that shunned much of the Church's pomp and ceremony. For that reason, it's not surprising that his funeral will break tradition in favor of less ostentatious formalities. In 2015, Pope Francis expressed the desire to be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, a fifth-century church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. While most popes are laid to rest in St. Peter's Basilica—with more than 140 of the 265 deceased popes buried there, according to the National Cathedral Register—Pope Francis will be the first pope to be buried elsewhere in over a century. The last pope not buried at St. Peter's was Pope Leo XIII, who was buried in the Vatican Grottoes in 1903, but his remains were transferred to the Basilica of Saint John Lateran in 1924. The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore is one of the four major papal basilicas in Rome, and one of the largest of the Marian churches (dedicated to the Virgin Mary) in the city. Located on the Esquiline Hill, it is known for its mosaics, gilded ceiling, and the icon of the Salus Populi Romani, a revered oil painting of the Virgin Mary and Christ Child, believed to have been painted by Saint Luke the Evangelist. Pope Francis was known to have a deep personal connection to the basilica, often visiting the icon before and after his travels. Francis's choice to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore 'reflects his veneration of an icon of the Virgin Mary that is located there, the Salus Populi Romani (Salvation of the people of Rome),' the Associated Press noted. Pope Francis would pray to the icon before each of his international trips, and made over an estimated 100 visits to the basilica throughout his reign as pope, Catholic News Agency estimated in 2023. Traditionally, popes' bodies have been raised on platforms in the middle St. Peter's Basilica for public viewing. Francis, however opted against the platform, so that mourners will be able to see his body in his coffin, which will have the lid removed. He also chose a more simple casket than his predecessors—wood lined with zinc, according to The New York Times. Prior popes have been laid to rest in three coffins, made of cypress, lead, and oak. You Might Also Like From the Archive: Tour Sarah Jessica Parker's Relaxed Hamptons Retreat 75 Small (But Mighty) Kitchens to Steal Inspiration from Right This Instant
Globe and Mail
14-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Lifecore Biomedical Appoints Thomas D. Salus as Chief Legal and Administration Officer
Mr. Salus Brings More than 30 Years of Broad-Based Legal and Management Expertise Highlighted by Extensive Experience within Life Sciences Industry Significantly Elevates Lifecore's Capabilities Across Corporate Governance, Transactional Activities, and SEC Reporting and Compliance CHASKA, Minn., April 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFCR) ('Lifecore'), a fully integrated contract development and manufacturing organization ('CDMO'), today announced that it has appointed Thomas (Tom) Salus as chief legal and administration officer and corporate secretary. A business-focused, hands-on executive, Mr. Salus has more than 30 years of broad-based legal and management experience gained from tenures with major law firms and multi-billion-dollar corporations. He possesses a proven track record of success across a range of key legal and operational areas including corporate governance, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting and compliance, complex domestic and international business transactions, financings, and corporate compliance. At Lifecore, Mr. Salus will be responsible for overseeing all legal activities and human resources, while playing a key role in strategy development and corporate development activities focused on strategic alliances and partnerships. Mr. Salus spent the past 11 years with Viatris Inc., a multi-billion-dollar, Nasdaq-listed international pharmaceutical company, most recently serving as general counsel - corporate, securities & transactions and assistant secretary. In this role, among other legal leadership responsibilities, Mr. Salus served as lead attorney for Viatris' global business development and other complex transactions, and for the company's SEC and Nasdaq reporting and compliance activities. He also collaborated extensively with the company's corporate secretary with respect to Viatris' corporate governance activities. During his career, he also held key legal leadership positions with VWR International (now part of Avantor, Inc.), a multi-billion-dollar international distributor of laboratory equipment, chemicals and supplies for the life science industry, and PPL Corporation, a Fortune 500 diversified energy company. Prior to joining industry, Mr. Salus was an attorney at several major law firms, including Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. 'Tom's appointment is the latest action by Lifecore to strengthen our organization by adding top-tier talent to our leadership team. Having in-house counsel will be particularly valuable to drive corporate governance and SEC/Nasdaq reporting and compliance as we continue to streamline the processes that impact performance in these areas,' said Paul Josephs, president and chief executive officer of Lifecore. 'We are excited to bring Tom on board and benefit from his wealth of experience, particularly his deep expertise across several key segments within the life sciences industry. Beyond his legal expertise, Tom is well known for his strategic prowess, and he will play a key role in the continued development and implementation of our growth strategies.' 'Over the past several months, Lifecore has made impressive progress reshaping the company, as well as executing against our strategic growth strategy. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to join the leadership team and contribute to the continuation of this exciting work,' stated Mr. Salus. 'As the sole publicly listed, pure-play CDMO, Lifecore holds a unique place in the industry, and I am eager to apply my broad legal and management experience to drive success that maximizes this position.' About Lifecore Biomedical Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (Nasdaq: LFCR) is a fully integrated contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that offers highly differentiated capabilities in the development, fill and finish of sterile injectable pharmaceutical products in syringes, vials, and cartridges, including complex formulations. As a leading manufacturer of premium, injectable-grade hyaluronic acid, Lifecore brings more than 40 years of expertise as a partner for global and emerging biopharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across multiple therapeutic categories to bring their innovations to market. For more information about the company, visit Lifecore's website at Important Cautions Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding future events and our future results that are subject to the safe harbor created under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other safe harbors under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Words such as 'anticipate', 'estimate', 'expect', 'project', 'plan', 'intend', 'believe', 'may', 'might', 'will', 'should', 'can have', 'likely' and similar expressions are used to identify forward-looking statements. In addition, all statements regarding our anticipated future customer opportunities and relationships are forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including such factors among others, as the company's ability to successfully enact its business strategies, including with respect to installation, capacity generation and its ability to attract demand for its services, and its ability expand its relationship with its existing customers or attract new customers; the impact of inflation on the company's business and financial condition; changes in business conditions and general economic conditions both domestically and globally including rising interest rates and fluctuation in foreign currency exchange rates; the company's ability to access to sufficient capital to fund its business strategies; and other risk factors set forth from time to time in the company's SEC filings, including, but not limited to, the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended May 26, 2024 (the '2024 10-K'). For additional information about factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, please refer to our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the risk factors contained in the 2024 10-K. Forward-looking statements represent management's current expectations as of the date hereof and are inherently uncertain. Except as required by law, we do not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements made by us to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
