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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
'Going to tear it apart': More to come from young Pie
An eye-catching debut in long sleeves, with a cult following cheering her every move, was just the beginning for Ash Centra. That's the belief of Collingwood coach Sam Wright after the Magpies' No.1 draft pick played her hotly-anticipated first AFLW game in the season opener. Centra, on limited minutes after a pre-season hip complaint, started on the bench, but was cheered when she ran onto the field - and the applause seemingly never stopped. The 19-year-old only had three disposals but clunked a huge contested mark and snagged a goal with her first kick in Thursday night's 6.9 (45) to 3.3 (21) loss to Carlton at Princes Park. WHAT A MOMENT 🌟Number one pick Ash Centra joins the first kick, first goal club after taking a brilliant contested mark to go with it! — Collingwood AFLW (@CollingwoodAFLW) August 14, 2025 "She's got like a cult following," Wright said. "Every time she went near the ball, whether she got it or not, you could hear the crowd get up and about. "I just think it's so great for our game. "I mean, the long sleeves, you know, you could see her coming from a mile away, because you could hear the crowd building. "So I was really happy for her that she she kicked that goal, but she's going to be a serious player." Centra, who was a star junior, played just 61 per cent game time, predominantly up forward. Wright, who admitted he'd have loved to have been able to throw Centra into the midfield, expected her to need at least a couple more weeks before she could play full minutes. He stressed the No.1 pick, who was among five debutants, was treated like any other player and wouldn't have felt any pressure at Collingwood. "I reckon she might have enjoyed it tonight when the crowd was up and about, because she probably doesn't get that behind closed doors," he said. "But we're just going to continue to see her build. "There's no doubt when she's unleashed on full minutes and she starts going into the midfield, she's going to tear it apart." The Magpies hope to regain Irish star Sarah Rowe from a shoulder injury while Kellyann Hogan (shoulder) will require scans after she was injured against the Blues. Collingwood host GWS at Victoria Park next Saturday. The surface had been patchy recently but Wright is confident the Magpies' home ground will be up to standard. "No, I'm comfortable," he said. "I'm comfortable with the procedures that the AFL go through, too. "So if it's not right to play on, then they'll let us know, but no indication of that."
Eater
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Eater
Houston Breweries Take a Hit in July Restaurant Closings
is an editor for Eater's Texas region. She lives in Dallas, where she's written about James Beard-celebrated and Michelin-recognized restaurants and she loves nachos. While there are many anticipated and new restaurants popping up all over Houston, there are just as many closing. Here are some of the most noteworthy and heartbreaking closings this month. The list is by no means comprehensive. Have information on another closing? Send all tips to houston@ Ginger and Fork This Chinese spot is giving Houstonians a long goodbye — its final service will be on Saturday, October 25. In a Facebook post, the owners wrote, 'After a very intentional deliberation period, we have made the difficult decision not to renew our lease at the end of this year.' The reasons cited include never recovering from staffing shortages during the peak of COVID, and an inability to maintain the standards they want to set as a result. They invite diners in to reminisce over their favorite meals with the staff between now and October 25. Honey Art Cafe The final day for this Heights cafe will be on Sunday, August 24, when its lease expires, its owners announced in an Instagram post. But, this is not goodbye — the cafe will move to a new space. We'll be watching for that reopening announcement. Vuji Cafe Tex-Asian sandwiches didn't quite take off as expected at this cafe, which shared in an Instagram post that it was closing after service on Sunday, July 20. 'Ultimately we have not been able to do the business we needed to do at our current location,' the owners wrote. They will continue to offer catering, do pop-ups, and host live events. The Upside Pub A neighborhood pub, formerly located in Garden Oaks, served its last pint on Saturday, July 5. In an Instagram post, the owners called the reason for the closure 'boring and unimportant.' It opened in the summer of 2022. North Shepherd Brewing This brewery, run by Sam Wright (a well-known brewer in the Houston area who has been at Southern Star Brewing in Conroe and Gristworkz), served its last draft on Saturday, June 28. In a Facebook post, Wright shared the news of the coming closing, not citing a specific reason but writing, 'unfortunately, life has gotten in the way and we can no longer stay open.' The brewery was open for two years. Elder Son Brewing On Thursday, June 19, this brewery took to Instagram to say it was closing both Houston locations. Its final services were on Friday, June 27. The post noted that the closure was permanent and a difficult decision, but no firm reason for closing was shared. Drift Bar It was an abrupt closure for this sports bar, Houstonia reports. After an announcement on its Instagram account, the page was stripped of the Drift Bar name with a post noting that it is closed. Eloise Nichols Following nearly 10 years in business, this River Oaks cafe closed its doors on Sunday, June 29. Co-owner Katie Adair Barnhart told CultureMap Houston that the location's lease was up and she and her partner, Nick Adair, opted not to renew. The pair runs Adair Concepts, which also includes Adair Kitchen, Buffalo Grille, Los Tios, and more. The company would like to reopen Eloise Nichols in the future, but there are no concrete plans about when or where at this time. Mi Tierra Mexican Kitchen The owners of this Tex-Mex spot, which was only open for two years, shared in a Facebook post that it was closing on Wednesday, June 11. Though the specific reason for the closing was not listed, the owner hinted at it being 'just a pause, a redirection.'
Daily Record
26-06-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
UK drivers fined nearly £1million extra after new rule starts
The RAC said the "enormously high number" of penalty charge notices (PCNs) handed out across England outside London and Cardiff last year should "send alarm bells ringing in council offices" Motorists were hit with fines totalling nearly £1 million from just 36 yellow box junctions last year, after local authorities were granted new powers to enforce the rules, according to figures. The RAC, which revealed the data following Freedom of Information (FoI) requests, commented that the "enormously high number" of penalty charge notices (PCNs) should "send alarm bells ringing in council offices". Yellow box junctions are designed to keep traffic moving at busy intersections by ensuring drivers do not enter unless their exit is clear or they are turning right. Previously, only London and Cardiff had the authority to fine drivers for yellow box offences, but new legislation introduced in May 2022 now allows all English councils to apply for these enforcement powers. The RAC's FoI request to English councils uncovered that 36 yellow boxes outside London and Cardiff were enforced over the past year. The enforcement resulted in a staggering 32,748 PCNs being issued, leading to drivers shelling out £998,640. Typically, PCNs carry a £70 fine, which is halved to £35 if paid within 21 days. A breakdown of the figures by the RAC showed that Manchester City Council topped the list for issuing the most PCNs, handing out 13,130 for six junctions, raking in £446,706 – almost half of the total revenue generated from yellow box fines outside London and Cardiff, reports Bristol Live. Kent's Medway Council has come in second, raking in £145,162 after issuing 4,433 Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) for just five yellow box junctions it monitors. Buckinghamshire Council wasn't far behind, collecting £139,798 from 3,618 fines. However, the single most lucrative spot was Dennis Roundabout in Guildford, Surrey, where drivers were hit with £81,445 in fines from 4,250 PCNs. In stark contrast, Gloucestershire County Council issued a mere 30 yellow box PCNs, totalling £945, and Leeds City Council handed out 50 fines, amassing £605. Appeals against yellow box fines are relatively rare, with Manchester City Council area seeing the highest appeal rate at 18%. RAC's senior policy officer Rod Dennis commented that a yellow box yielding few fines suggests it is "working as it should", which should be the goal for councils rather than viewing them as a "revenue-raising opportunity". He added: "Very few people set out to deliberately flout the rules and get fined. The large number of penalties being dished out over a small number of locations and in a short space of time should send alarm bells ringing in council offices. "It's vital box junctions are used in the correct places and are only as big as absolutely necessary. They must be fairly set up so that drivers don't find themselves stranded through no fault of their own." Chartered engineer Sam Wright, commissioned by the RAC, scrutinised the 100 most lucrative yellow box junctions in London and Cardiff from 2019. His findings, published in a report last year, revealed that 98 of them were oversized, not fitting their intended purpose of keeping crossing paths clear for traffic. The research indicated that on average, these boxes were 50% larger than necessary. Medway Council's portfolio holder for community safety, highways and enforcement, Alex Paterson, insisted that the council's enforcement is "not about catching people out". He highlighted that road markings have been updated so "nobody could reasonably claim not to have seen them". Deputy leader of Buckinghamshire Council, Thomas Broom, commented on the region's congestion issues, noting that the volume of yellow box fines is "directly relates to the number of people who commit these traffic offences". A representative for the Local Government Association stated: "All councils follow guidance to ensure motorists are treated fairly. There are processes for appeal if anyone believes they have been unfairly fined." Manchester City Council was contacted for a response.
ITV News
25-06-2025
- Automotive
- ITV News
Drivers hit by yellow box fines worth almost £1m in year
Drivers were fined nearly £1 million from just 36 yellow box junctions last year after councils were given new enforcement powers, figures show. The RAC, which obtained the statistics through Freedom of Information (FoI) requests, said the 'enormously high number' of penalty charge notices (PCNs) should 'send alarm bells ringing in council offices'. Yellow boxes are used in an attempt to ensure traffic flows smoothly through busy junctions. Motorists should not enter them unless their exit is clear or they are waiting to turn right. London and Cardiff were the only parts of the UK where drivers could be fined for yellow box offences until the Government introduced new legislation in May 2022, which enables all councils across England to apply for enforcement powers. Data provided by English councils in response to FoI requests by the RAC showed 36 yellow boxes outside London and Cardiff were enforced last year. This led to a total of 32,748 PCNs issued, with drivers paying £998,640. PCNs are generally £70, reduced to £35 if paid within 21 days. The RAC analysis found Manchester City Council issued the most PCNs, with 13,130 in relation to six junctions. This brought in £446,706 which was nearly half of all yellow box-related revenue outside London and Cardiff. Kent's Medway Council raised the second highest amount at £145,162 after handing out 4,433 PCNs for the five yellow boxes it enforced. It was followed by Buckinghamshire Council, which received £139,798 for 3,618 fines. But the single junction that generated the largest revenue was at Dennis Roundabout in Guildford, Surrey, which cost drivers £81,445 as 4,250 PCNs were issued. At the other end of the scale, Gloucestershire County Council issued just 30 yellow box PCNs, raising £945, while Leeds City Council handed out 50 fines, resulting in £605 being paid. Only a fraction of yellow box fines are appealed against by drivers, with the highest proportion appealed being 18% in the Manchester City Council area. RAC senior policy officer Rod Dennis said a yellow box which generates a small number of fines indicates it is 'working as it should', which must be the ambition for councils rather than using them as a 'revenue-raising opportunity'. He went on: 'Very few people set out to deliberately flout the rules and get fined. 'The large number of penalties being dished out over a small number of locations and in a short space of time should send alarm bells ringing in council offices. 'It's vital box junctions are used in the correct places and are only as big as absolutely necessary. 'They must be fairly set up so that drivers don't find themselves stranded through no fault of their own.' Chartered engineer Sam Wright was commissioned by the RAC to analyse the 100 boxes across London and Cardiff which were responsible for generating the most fines in 2019. A report published last year showed he found 98 were larger than necessary for their role in preventing queuing vehicles blocking the path of crossing traffic. The average box was 50% bigger than needed, according to the research. Alex Paterson, Medway Council's portfolio holder for community safety, highways and enforcement, said its enforcement of yellow boxes is 'not about catching people out', adding that road markings were updated so 'nobody could reasonably claim not to have seen them'. Buckinghamshire Council deputy leader Thomas Broom said the area suffers from 'a lot of congestion' and the amount of yellow box fines issued 'directly relates to the number of people who commit these traffic offences'. A spokesperson for the Local Government Association said: 'All councils follow guidance to ensure motorists are treated fairly. 'There are processes for appeal if anyone believes they have been unfairly fined.'
Hindustan Times
07-06-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Fitness coach shares fastest way to drop body fat from 30 to 10 percent: ‘You will lose 3–4 pounds every week'
Struggling with stubborn body fat and unsure where to start? You're not alone. For many, reducing body fat feels like an overwhelming goal, one that takes months of trial and error, fad diets, and inconsistent results. Fitness coach Sam Wright revealed his blueprint for cutting body fat from 30 to 10 percent in his Instagram post. (Also read: Weight loss coach breaks down different types of belly fat and ways to tackle them: From stressed to alcohol belly ) A post shared by Sam Wright | Online Coach (@ "Most people will tell you to go with a small deficit. The problem with that is, if you're 250 pounds trying to get to 180, losing just 1 pound a week is going to be excruciatingly long and you're going to give up," says Wright. "What you actually want to focus on is an aggressive deficit early. There's going to be very little downside because you've got so much body fat stored. You're not going to lose muscle or feel super hungry even if you're losing 3–4 pounds every week," he adds. "You need at least 1g of protein per pound of bodyweight, bare minimum," he advises. For best results, Wright suggests keeping 70 percent of your protein intake from leaner sources like 95-5 ground beef, chicken breast, Icelandic skyr, and flank steak. "Reserve the remaining percent for higher-fat cuts like ribeye to support optimal testosterone production," he says. "Ditch the cardio routine for lifting," Wright urges. "This is key to maximising fat loss and muscle gain." He recommends resistance training to failure at least twice a week, combined with at least 8,000 steps daily for consistent fat loss and overall health. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
