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Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WNYW Gets Exclusive Interview with Harvey Weinstein As He Awaits Verdict in Retrial
This morning on Good Day New York, veteran anchor Rosanna Scotto aired her exclusive interview with Harvey Weinstein. Weinstein spoke exclusively to the Fox owned New York station's morning anchor as he waits for a verdict in his New York sex crimes retrial. Scotto asked him why he didn't take the stand, what he thought about the accusations against him and his health and his regrets. Rosanna Scotto: I wanted to ask you why you did not take the stand in your own defense. Harvey Weinstein: I wanted to, and you know, and desperately wanted to. And Arthur, you know, said to me that the jury was, you know what I mean, you know, very, you know, feeling strongly that the jury in that way, you know, understood our case and would be sympathetic to our case. And that the D.A. would try to rip me apart if I took the stand. I'm not afraid of the D.A. But, you know, but this was the best advice and this is the advice you're offered here. Don't take the stand if you don't have to. Scotto: So let me ask you something. There were a lot of women who testified against you, um Weinstein: Yeah. Scotto: What do you think about those women and…and their testimony? Weinstein: I think Arthur said they have four million reasons to testify as in dollars. Scotto: Do you have… do you have any regrets whatsoever? Weinstein: I- I have regrets that I put my family through this, that I put my wife through this, that I acted immorally, you know. I put so many friends through this, you know, but you know, and hurt, you know, people. You know what I mean, that you know, that were close to me by the… by actions that were stupid, you know what I mean. But never illegal, never criminal, never anything, you know what I mean. Click to see the video.
Scotsman
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Scott McTominay the Napoli hero alongside Billy Gilmour as moment of genius seals historic Serie A title win
Naples erupts as duo become first Scots to lift Scudetto Sign up to our Football 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... In the club sphere, perhaps only a Scottish team lifting a European trophy once again could eclipse what has occurred in Naples. Scott McTominay – or 'Scotto' as he is known in the capital of Campania – and Billy Gilmour have lifted the Italian league title. Oh, with the little help of some friends of course. It wasn't straightforward, naturally. No enterprise containing such a strong Scottish imprint could be expected to be a walk in the park, and initially it wasn't. At 9.11pm local time, Napoli were suddenly the ones chasing. They were the ones with it all to do after Internazionale struck first in their game against Como in Lombardy to relegate Napoli into second place. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad With half-time approaching, it needed some inspiration. It needed some magic. And in such scenarios, it tends to be a tall Scot with a shrine devoted to him in the city who steps up. Scotto did what Scotto does. A bicycle kick to win Serie A. Scott McTominay scores his team's first goal during the Serie A win over Cagliari which sealed the league title. (Photo by) | Getty Images Matteo Politano's cross was decent enough. But it still required something very special to see it registered as an assist. McTominay had taken up the position where he is so often to be found for Napoli on the edge of the opposition six-yard box. He shrugged off Gabriele Zappa's attentions while flipping himself off the ground to connect with his right foot and send the ball into the net down low past Alen Sherri. It says something that it was what you could imagine the man who has given his name to the stadium doing. On this stage, in this setting, McTominay evoked no less a football genius than Diego Maradona, whose memory is still revered in these parts and whose name now adorns the principal place of worship in the city. Nearly 55,000 packed into the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona and an estimated 500,000 watched on screens located in parks and piazzas around the city. And in Scotland, barmen and women from Wick to Whithorn had to field the same question as kick-off approached: 'Got the Napoli game on, pal?' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It was the cup final before the cup final. Celtic v Aberdeen at Hampden might well not have anything on this in terms of drama and tension. It certainly won't have a more sophisticated tifo display. 'We have painted this year together …now only the signature is missing and the work of art is complete…' ran a message above and below a huge painting depicting two Naples street urchins unfurled in Curva B. It undoubtedly beats 'Take aim against the rebel scum' for its inspirational properties. Napoli could not fail amid such fervour. Billy Gilmour on the ball for Napoli during the win over Cagliari. (Photo by CARLO HERMANN/AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images Romelu Lukaku allowed everyone to breathe a little more easily when putting his side two in front five minutes after half-time with a finish that showcased his strength and poise. He held off two Cagliari defenders before slipping the ball past Sherri. All it needed now was Billy Gilmour to score his first-ever senior club goal. This didn't quite happen but he continued to pull the strings. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Somehow Cagliari had held on until the 42nd minute. Their keeper, the Albanian Sherri, looked suspect. He was playing his first game since December because No 1 Elia Caprile, who is on loan from Napoli, had reported an injury. Funny, that. Giacomo Raspadori pulled a shot wide after a punch out from Sherri. A quick break after a rare Cagliari foray upfield saw the 'keeper block from Gilmour. Politano then blasted over. Shortly afterwards came news from Como: Inter were ahead. Later came another newsflash: Pepe Reina had been sent off for the hosts in the veteran 'keeper's last match before retirement. A personal disaster for him of course but, in the end, it didn't matter to Napoli, who were taking care of things very comfortably on their own. Cagliari even subbed their 'keeper as the evening began to verge into processional territory. Fireworks fill the sky as Napoli supporters celebrate winning the Serie A title at Piazza del Plebiscito in Naples. (Photo by ALBERTO PIZZOLI/AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images Napoli, too, began to make use of their bench as assistant manager Christian Stellini – Antonio Conte sat in the stand after being sent off last weekend against Parma – permitted players to feel the love. McTominay stayed on, Napoli's main man, their indispensable No. 8 to the end So, too, did Gilmour, who has enjoyed such a strong end to his maiden season in Italian football. Scots have left their mark on Europe before of course. There was even a Scottish Ballon d'Or winner in the shape of Denis Law, who was crowned the top footballer in Europe in 1964. The Lawman had already dipped his toe into Italian football. His 10-goal haul for Torino stood as a record for a Scot in a single season until McTominay – who now has 12 – came along. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But Law never won a Scudetto. No Scot has in the Serie A age. McTominay and a willing auxiliary in Gilmour have planted their flag at the top of a new and unprecedented peak as far as Scottish football is concerned. Scott McTominay celebrates scoring Napoli's first goal in the 2-0 win over Cagliari which clinched the Serie A title. (Photo by ISABELLA BONOTTO/AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images A Scot winning one of the top five leagues in Europe is not unique, of course. They are not even the first to do it this season, with both players having to defer to Liverpool's Andy Robertson. But to do so in Italy, with a club traditionally seen as outsiders, indeed who actively promote themselves as outsiders, merits special applause. McTominay is already seen as a god in Naples and although he will never displace Maradona in their affections, at least his central addiction remains football. Maradona succumbed to cocaine and goodness knows else during a seven-year spell where he inspired the team to their first two Italian titles. Now they have four, with this their second in three years.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Restaurateur previews new Charleston venture on ‘Today' show
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The owner of a soon-to-open Italian spot in Charleston was featured on the 'Today' show Thursday, where he showcased a few dishes the new eatery will serve. Anthony Scotto, owner of Pelato, which is set to open its second location on Morrison Drive in May, appeared on the show alongside hosts Carson Daly, Savannah Guthrie, Craig Melvin, and Dylan Dreyer. During his time on air, Scotto explained his connection to the Charleston community and why he wanted to open his second Pelato here. 'We have family there, but we've always visited. We've always loved the community and been part of something of the community there. Now, seeing what we've been doing in Nashville, what we think Pelato will do there [Charleston] is give that level of Italian food that no one in the south has seen yet.' Guests can expect to feast on Ragu Bolognese, the Scotto family's famed potato croquettes, and the Pelato salad that Scotto prepared for the 'Today' team. The Brooklyn-Italian-inspired establishment's Charleston location will introduce new menu items utilizing the area's local produce and one special tradition that will carry over is 'Sunday Sauce.' The sauce comprises a collection of meats cooked overnight poured over Fusilli pasta and served during dinner only. Until the opening, local architect David Thompson will curate Pelato alongside Scotto's daughter, Gabriella. The space's main dining room, bar seating, private dining room, and outdoor patio can accommodate 180 patrons. The family said a mural showcasing their Brooklyn roots through original photos will also be a standout design element. 'We've been making our way south for years now and are proud to call it our home,' said Theresa Scotto. 'The people here feel like family, and we're excited to bring a real taste of Brooklyn to one of our favorite cities.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
USA Today
24-03-2025
- Lifestyle
- USA Today
3 simple ways to make your small room look bigger
3 simple ways to make your small room look bigger Whether you rent an apartment, just bought your first home or have been a longtime homeowner, you can probably agree: Some of us live in pretty small spaces. According to Livabl by Zonda, the average size of a new single-unit home built in 2024 shrunk by 11.6 percent. In 2023, homebuyers were purchasing homes about 200 square feet smaller than what they were buying 20 years ago, and every square foot is costing more and more, with median home prices up 3 percent in 2024 from the previous year, according to a study by Redfin. The average size of new rentals is shrinking, too. According to RentCafe, apartment construction surged past 500,000 units for the first time. Apartment sizes in 2024 also increased to an average of 916 square feet nationwide. It's fair to admit that we just don't get as much property for our money anymore. But, there are still ways to make your small space look and feel grand. Whether you're a renter and are limited on the changes you can make to your living space, or you simply don't have enough of a budget to actually make your home bigger physically, there's ways around it. Here are several ways designers say you can upgrade your space on a budget: Soft lighting and pretty fixtures Making a space feel brighter will help open up the space. Julia Kleyman, a kitchen and bathroom designer for Ulrich, Inc. in Ridgewood, N.J, says she likes to use hidden light sources, under kitchen cabinets or below vanities, to bring in a soft glow that reflects off of surfaces. 'You can also have a nice chandelier or nice sconces,' she says. 'These always look nicer than just a harsh light source.' Amanda Scotto, CEO and principal designer of AMA Designs and Interiors in Little Falls, N.J. says mirrors are the best pieces of décor for a small space because they help bounce light around the room, creating a sense of more space and additional dimension. She recommends grouping accessories to make them feel more cohesive in a small space. 'While less is more in most cases, there should be a little personality to every surface and shelf sprinkled throughout the room. Accessorizing in groupings of three or odd numbers works best,' she says. 'Bookcases get tricky because often people overload the shelves. To ... give your eyes rest, I recommend grouping books by color or height to give order.' Go Pastel and Funky Painting is a simple and cost-friendly way to make your small space feel bigger. 'I love using light colors and pastel tones to complement a small space,' says Michal Rubin, principal designer of MR Interiors in Livingston, N.J. 'Mint greens, light grays, light yellow — these are great color options to give the appearance of a larger space.' Scotto suggests accenting a focal wall, which can make the wall recede and give the illusion of more depth in the room. Another way to experiment with paint in a space is through the use of paint finish, Scotto says. Rather than painting a ceiling with an ultra-flat finish, try using a lacquered finish. 'A glossy ceiling reflects all the natural light and artificial light in the room, giving the illusion of a larger space,' she says. 'Lacquered ceilings do require a professional, as high-gloss tends to show all the imperfections, so the prep work required to accomplish this needs to be perfect.' Wallpaper is another way to visually expand your space. Rubin says that busy patterns, such as fun prints and all-over florals, are better for small rooms and give the illusion of a larger space. If you are renting a home or apartment and have restrictions on what you can place on the walls, companies even make peel-and-stick wallpaper that can be easily removed when you leave. Go minimal When it comes to furniture, the size and bulk of an item is more important than the style or material. Rubin says it's not only important to avoid furnishing a small space with bulky items, but to also not overcrowd a room with too many pieces. 'I'd probably opt for a sofa over a sectional, to avoid any one piece dominating the only space you're working with,' Scotto says. 'I'd also avoid clutter. For example, if you're working with a small-scale living room, you don't need to throw in a sofa, two chairs, a coffee table, a side table, area rug, etc., because that's what you've seen in other living rooms. Be conscious of the space and edit two or three items out.' Also, be intentional about how you arrange your furniture. Scotto says it's best to walk into a room with the largest piece of furniture as the focal point of the room, such as the bed in the bedroom or the sofa in the living room. It's important to face the furniture to the entryway of the room. When you walk into a space and you're facing the front of the sofa, it gives a feeling of an open floor plan, while seeing the back of the sofa makes the room feel closed off. Bring furniture a few inches off the wall, rather than positioning it directly against the wall. While it seems counterintuitive, she says, it ends up giving the illusion of a larger space. 'If you're doing a bathroom, have a wall-hung vanity,' says Kleyman. 'Have an open console holding the sink so your eyesight will not be blocked, giving the illusion of a larger space.'
