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Time Business News
15 hours ago
- General
- Time Business News
Showing Up with Purpose and Staying the Course
Sid Saravanan brings calm, intention, and quiet focus to everything he does. He takes his time to think, to listen, and when he speaks, he hopes others truly listen too — without rushing or cutting in. He values that kind of space in conversation because that is how he treats others: with full attention and respect. That approach has shaped the way he learns, teaches, and connects with the world. When Sid was 11 or 12, he tutored a younger student in math. It started as a simple favor, but the experience left a mark. Helping someone understand a concept, and watching their confidence grow, sparked something in him. It was a moment that stayed. As he moved through school, Sid deepened his interest in technology and math. He enrolled in classes to learn Scratch and later Python, where he built animations, games, and simple programs. Coding came naturally to him. It combined structure with creativity and mirrored the way he already thought — with logic, patience, and curiosity. During the pandemic, Sid began tutoring more consistently. What started as online support for local students grew into something broader. Through volunteer efforts, he connected with students in India, Kenya, and Eastern Europe , teaching math and introductory coding both online and during trips abroad. He met each student where they were, using what he had learned to make lessons clear, simple, and encouraging. Sid is someone who brings calm focus to every task. He prepares quietly, adapts gently, and follows through without seeking attention. Over the years, his teachers have consistently seen this quality in him. 'Sid listens deeply and thinks things through,' said Ms. Cates, his science teacher. 'Once something matters to him, he gives it his full energy. He does the work — not loudly, but with steady, thoughtful effort.' Sid's commitment to education was recognized with an International Achievers Award, honoring his broader efforts to support learning in under-resourced communities. From teaching math and coding to younger students, to developing lesson plans and leading outreach efforts, both online and in person — Sid has shown a consistent dedication to helping others grow through education. He continues to grow his interests in technology, learning, and service — not as part of a plan, but because it feels meaningful. There is no formula in how Sid works. Just quiet consistency, genuine care, and a strong sense of purpose behind everything he does. That's what makes him memorable , and the kind of student who brings lasting value wherever he goes. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Time of India
4 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
‘Joy, a reflection of the cultural mix on board': Axiom-4's '5th crew member' has Shubhanshu Shukla's 6-year-old son's touch
BENGALURU: The Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission will have a fifth "crew member"- "Joy", a soft, white toy baby swan that will travel with them to space as their zero-gravity indicator. But Joy isn't just a charming mascot. Her selection carries a quiet imprint from back home: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's six-year-old son, Kiash, who's also called Sid. The crew - commander Peggy Whitson, Shukla as pilot, and mission specialists Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski of Poland and Tibor Kapu of Hungary - unveiled the toy, symbolising grace and elegance, late Tuesday. Kapu said: "Our first ideas all included animals, because we have one kid with the crew, Shux's kid, Sid who basically just loves animals... You know, show any animal to him, he will love it. We wanted to go with dinosaurs and lions, but we just couldn't find the right one, and we were extremely happy when we found Joy. " About why they named the swan "Joy", mission commander Peggy Whitson said that it was Kapu who actually came up with her name. "Why we selected the name, per se, might become more obvious once you hear the name of the vehicle. So, you'll have to wait for that," Whitson said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Sanitize & Smooth Clothes Fast with Philips Steamer Philips Garment Steamers Shop Now Undo Axiom and the crew have kept the name of the vehicle - now just designated with a number - under wraps. It is expected to be announced either ahead of the launch or after. "...In Indian culture, the swan is the vehicle of goddess Saraswati, symbolising wisdom, learning, and purity. It is said to have the rare ability to separate milk from water, a symbolism that's a powerful reminder of discernment in an age of distraction. To carry the symbol is to carry the essence of formation, pursuit of knowledge, clarity of purpose, and grace under pressure," Shukla said. Whitson described Joy as a reflection of the cultural mix on board. "More than just a companion, Joy will signal our arrival in microgravity shortly after launch. Through Joy, we'll celebrate our diversity and our unity in the shared journey of space exploration," she said. Axiom Space confirmed that the swan will serve as the zero-G indicator - a floating object that provides a visual cue of the transition into microgravity after launch. Plush toys have long served this role in space missions, particularly in commercial flights. But Joy, Axiom said, is more than just a functional object. "Joy the baby swan embodies the shared pursuit of Isro, European Space Agency (ESA) and ] Hungarian to Orbit programme (Hunor) to soar high above our home planet. In this way, Joy represents cultural unity as three nations realise the return to human spaceflight together as one crew," the company said. Axiom added that the swan carries symbolic meanings across cultures. In India, it represents wisdom and purity; in Poland, it stands for loyalty and resilience; and in Hungary, it reflects grace and nature's beauty. "By choosing a swan as the zero-G indicator, the Ax-4 crew celebrates the diversity of their cultures, united in the shared human experience of space exploration," Axiom said. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Connor McDavid ‘on a mission' to lead Oilers to first Stanley Cup championship since 1990
Connor McDavid wants to go home with the right trophy this year. The Edmonton Oilers captain was voted winner of the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player in last year's NHL playoffs. But he didn't get the hardware he really wanted – the Stanley Cup. McDavid had to settle for being the sixth player in the six-plus decades since the Conn Smythe was first awarded to win the trophy despite playing for the losing team in the Final. Advertisement McDavid led all scorers last spring with 42 points, including a playoff-record 34 assists. But none of them came in Game 7 of the Final, a 2-1 loss to the Florida Panthers. He hopes to get his name on the most famous trophy in sports this year when the Oilers and Panthers face off in a rematch. Edmonton hosts Game 1 at Rogers Place on Wednesday night and is trying to win its first championship since 1990, when the Oilers capped a run of five Cups in seven years by defeating the Boston Bruins in five games. The five-time NHL scoring champion hopes to follow the formula of NHL stars such as Sidney Crosby who've become Cup-winners after failing on their first try. Sid and the Pittsburgh Penguins were involved in the most recent of the 11 Cup Final rematches, losing to the Detroit Red Wings in six games in 2008 before beating the Wings in seven games the following year. The Crosby-led Penguins went on to win the Cup again in 2016 and 2017. McDavid, a big Crosby fan, watched No. 87 go from agony to ecstasy in a year and wants that for himself. Advertisement 'I think as a kid growing up, you have such an appreciation for seeing teams that win and seeing the Cup brought out,' he said Tuesday during Media Day. 'Seeing Sid win after growing up and being a Sid fan was pretty cool to see. There are steps to everything, and when you're a kid, you want to just play in the NHL. You want to be successful and do all these great things, and there comes a point where it's only about winning. 'I think this group reached that point years ago, and we've been on the cusp ever since. It's been a few years here with this corps, and we're looking to finish the job.' Connor McDavid 'on a mission' to bring Stanley Cup to Edmonton Stan Bowman, who joined the Oilers as general manager and vice president of hockey operations last summer, knows a thing or three about winning the Cup – he was the architect of the Chicago Blackhawks' trio of Cup-winning teams from 2010-15. He said he noticed right away that his captain had a single focus for this season. Advertisement 'The first time I talked to Connor, I went to see him in the summer after I started, and all he talked about was 'I just want to win the Cup.' That was it. We didn't talk about anything else. This is his singular focus. 'He's accomplished everything he could accomplish individually in this sport. He continues to dazzle us every game, every round. He's incredibly motivated and driven to win. You run out of superlatives to talk about him as a player and describe what he does on the ice. I think the thing he does that's equally impressive is the way he is driving our team with his determination. There's no one else you want to go into battle with than someone like that. He's our leader.' McDavid's exploits on the ice speak for themselves. But Bowman said his captain is a man on a mission. Advertisement 'Not only is he impressive with what he can do on the ice, but his focus is driving us,' Bowman said. 'You could see how bad he wanted it last year, when it didn't go Edmonton's way in Game 7. Right now, he's on a mission. I think as much as you get excited when you win – I've noticed it even from the first round, the second round, even in Dallas, he's very focused on 'we need four more wins.' Related: Stanley Cup Final preview, predictions for NHL championship between Panthers & Oilers It's hard to believe, but this is McDavid's 10th season since the Oilers made him the No. 1 pick in the 2015 NHL Draft. He's piled up a load of hardware during that time, but it's only in the past two years that McDavid and his teammates have broken through to the championship series. McDavid agrees with his coach, Kris Knoblauch, that the Oilers are better equipped to handle the emotions and challenges of playing in the Stanley Cup Final. That includes navigating the frenzy of Media Day, where he's naturally one of the most sought-after players. Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images 'I would say it's just dealing with the emotion of it, just because you feel closer,' he said. 'There's a big circus. It can feel like it's larger than it is. At the end of the day, it's another series and we're playing another great team, and you've got to beat them before anything else happens — so they have our complete focus.' Advertisement 'They' are the Panthers, who are in the Final for the third straight season and looking for back-to-back championships. McDavid said he and his teammates have to have all their focus on atoning for last year's Game 7 loss in the Final. 'All of our energy is going into beating the Florida Panthers,' he said. 'There should be nothing else on anyone's mind. I think there's familiarity there. We know what to expect from their game. I think they know what to expect from ours.' Related Headlines
Belfast Telegraph
02-06-2025
- General
- Belfast Telegraph
Parrot rescued after yacht loses power en route to the Isle of Man
The rescue was one of two carried out by RNLI lifeboat volunteers in Donaghadee within 48 hours over the weekend. The crew had received an initial call around 6.35pm on Sunday evening when they were requested by HM Coastguard to go to the aid of a 36ft yacht in difficulty near the Briggs Buoy at Orlock Point. However, while on their way to the incident, they were retasked to a priority request – known as a 'Pan Pan' – from another yacht to the east. "The second yacht which was approximately 26 foot with one person and one parrot (called Sid) onboard, and was en route to the Isle of Man,' said a spokesperson. "It was reported that the yacht lost the main engine and was struggling in the conditions. In good visibility with a slight to moderate sea state, the crew onboard the all-weather lifeboat MacQuarie made best speed and were on scene within 10 minutes. "Due to the evening drawing in, the freshening sea state and the condition of the skipper and vessel it was determined by the coxswain Philip McNamara, that the best course of action was to secure a tow line to the vessel and return it to the safety of Bangor Harbour.' Crew member Chris Stewart then boarded the yacht when it was closer to shore and assisted the captain in returning the vessel to the harbour. The volunteers were then called out for a second time in the early hours of Monday June 2 to respond to a 38ft yacht which had lost power close to the Mew Island with two people on board. A towline was secured and the vessel was again brought to safety at Bangor Harbour. Speaking following the call outs, Coxswain Philip McNamara said: 'On both occasions the skippers of these yachts requested assistance as soon as they realised they were in difficulty and before the situation worsened, which was the correct thing to do. "As always we recommend vessels check their engines and equipment prior to going to sea, and of course wear lifejackets at all times and have a working means of communicating with the coastguard in the event of getting into difficulty. "I extend my thanks as always to the volunteer crew who responded to these emergencies.'
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Fans have just one question for Sidney Crosby: When will he propose to Kathy Leutner?
Sidney Crosby could be lifting the Stanley Cup over his head or breaking NHL milestones, and fans will still flood the internet with one main question: when is he finally going to propose to Kathy Leutner? The Penguins captain has been with the model for over 15 years, quietly building one of the longest-running (and most private) relationships in pro hockey. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now But despite all that time and despite fans' detective-level sleuthing, there's been no engagement ring, no proposal, and no wedding bells in sight. So why are hockey fans so obsessed with when Sid will pop the question? Sidney Crosby's ultimate assist: Is marriage even on the playbook for the NHL's golden boy? Sidney Crosby isn't just a star on the ice, he's also one of the most famously private athletes in the league. You won't catch him posting a couple selfie, doing TikTok trends, or showing off vacation photos with Kathy. In fact, the two are so lowkey that even longtime Penguins fans sometimes joke they've never seen them together. But that privacy has only amplified fan curiosity. Every time Sid makes a rare public appearance (or when Kathy's name pops up in the press), Twitter, Reddit, and hockey forums light up: 'When's he going to marry her?' 'What's he waiting for?' 'Come on, Sid, lock it down!' It's not just nosiness, fans love a good fairytale. Many have followed Sid since his teenage years, watching him grow into a franchise legend. Seeing him marry his longtime partner feels like the natural happy ending. Plus, in a sports world where many athletes' relationships play out publicly (with proposal videos and Insta-announcements), Crosby's mystery adds to the allure. But here's the thing: maybe Sid and Kathy are happy as they are. Maybe marriage isn't the goal, or maybe they just don't care about doing it on the world stage. Still, you can bet that the next time Crosby lifts a trophy or shows up at an NHL event, fans will be whispering the same thing: 'When's the ring coming?' Also read -
