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Perth Now
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Why WA acting prodigy yelled at Hollywood legend on film set
WA acting prodigy James Bingham reveals he had 'lots of fun' yelling at Hollywood legend Nicolas Cage while filming the soon-to-be-released psychological thriller, The Surfer. Putting Yallingup's iconic surf breaks up in lights — and on the map for international wave chasers — the film follows the return of Cage's Americanised character to his childhood beach as he attempts to reclaim his home, and respect from local surfers. Bingham, 20, whose character antagonises Cage, told PerthNow he loved every minute on set, despite not personally relating to his character who is part of a group of bully boys. Your local paper, whenever you want it. James Edward Bingham, Austen Wilmot & Talon Hopper. Credit: David Dare Parker / Photograph by David Dare Parker 'We're stupid and we don't really know what we're doing,' Bingham, who lives in Jandakot, said. 'We just terrorise everyone who comes on our beach and we force them out, we're just young grommets really. 'There was a lot of bullying going on so it was hard to tap into that. 'I didn't relate as much as I wanted to but it was cool stepping into someone you aren't. And it turned out to be lots of fun yelling at Nic Cage. 'It was really a dream come true. 'It was like being in the best acting masterclass. I was so proud to be filming at home and Nic is at his best, he showed that he has such a good work ethic and he was so professional.' The Surfer, directed by Lorcan Finnegan and written by Thomas Martin, hits Australian cinemas on May 15. The Surfer starring Hollywood actor Nicolas Cage. Credit: Supplied Bingham has been acting since he was cast in his primary school musical, The Sound of Music, as Kurt von Trapp. By the age of eight he was undertaking acting and voice and accent training at Ali Roberts Studio in Mt Hawthorn. He graduated from All Saints College in 2022 and now studies music at SAE University College in Northbridge. At 14, Bingham got an acting break when he was cast from a worldwide search to play Drew Murphy in Apple TV's Swagger — a series based on the early life experiences of basketball great, Kevin Durant. 'I didn't think much of it and I sent through a tape, I came home from school and Dad and Mum said we're going on a plane to Hollywood tonight,' he said. 'It was incredible and then I did the audition for them over there and was lucky enough to be selected and that was a great chapter in my life.' James Bingham from Jandakot will be starring in the new move, The Surfer. Andrew Ritchie Credit: Andrew Ritchie / The West Australian Bingham said he had pretty limited understanding of basketball before filming Swagger and similarly, he wasn't too familiar with waves before The Surfer — but that didn't hold the young gun back. 'I had never surfed in my life,' he said. 'I try and put myself in situations that make me uncomfortable even if I can't stand it. I don't like it but I know it's good for me. I know that makes you a better person in the end.' Bingham hopes The Surfer can help boost his portfolio as he aims to combine his passion for acting and music and secure a spot on Broadway. 'My dream is to actually go over to the United Kingdom for a bit and do a bit of stuff . . . I feel like I'm getting a call from the universe to give it a crack over there.'
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Skyvia Launches Public API Beta for Data Workflow Automation
Skyvia Launches Public API Beta for Data Workflow Automation PRAGUE, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Skyvia, the most comprehensive data integration platform, has announced the beta release of its highly anticipated Public API. The new feature responds directly to customer requests for enhanced flexibility, programmatic control, and streamlined automation in managing their data workflows. Designed for IT professionals and business users, the Skyvia Public API beta is now available for testing, offering a robust solution to integrate, manage, and optimize data across 200+ supported cloud applications, databases, and services. 'Businesses expressed a need for greater control over their Skyvia resources, such as integrations, automations, endpoints, and more, along with the ability to integrate Skyvia into their existing tech stacks. The Public API beta delivers on these demands, enabling users to programmatically manage Skyvia resources,' said Oleksandr Khirnyi, Chief Product Officer at Skyvia. 'Skyvia has always been about simplifying and automating complex data processes. With the launch of our API Beta, we're giving teams even more control, enabling them to trigger and manage Skyvia operations through custom scripts and build fully automated, end-to-end data workflows,' he added. Key Features of Skyvia API Beta: Resource Management: Programmatically manage accounts, agents, automations, backups, connections, endpoints, integrations, and workspaces. Secure Authentication: Requires an API token passed via the Authorization header, ensuring safe and controlled access (details available in the API Reference). Seamless Integration: Connects Skyvia with external systems, enabling custom workflows and real-time data operations. Beta Access: Free for all users during the beta phase, inviting feedback to refine and enhance the API before its full release. Get Started with Skyvia API Beta Skyvia API Beta is now available, with additional functionality planned for future updates. To learn more, visit the API Reference or explore the Swagger documentation for an interactive experience. About Skyvia Skyvia is a no-code cloud data integration platform for ETL, ELT, Reverse ETL, data migration, one-way and bi-directional data sync, workflow automation, real-time connectivity, and more. With a vast library of 200+ connectors, Skyvia provides seamless integration among various cloud applications, databases, and data warehouses, including Salesforce, Dynamics CRM, QuickBooks Online, SQL Server, Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery, and others. Key Solutions: ETL, ELT, and Reverse-ETL Workflow Automation SaaS Backup & Restore Real-Time Connectivity Online SQL Query Builder For more information, visit Skyvia's website. Media Contact: Natalia Polomkina nataliiap@ Na zertvach St., 2230/44 suite Prague 18000, CZ CZ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Flogging Molly's Dave King Suffered Brain Hemorrhage, Spent Two Weeks in Coma
Flogging Molly frontman Dave King suffered a brain hemorrhage and spent two weeks in a coma earlier this year, according to a new statement from his wife and bandmate, Bridget Regan. In a post shared on Flogging Molly's social media pages, Regan offered new details about her husband's recent health crisis, which forced the band to put their performance plans on hold indefinitely. At the time, Flogging Molly said only that King was 'battling a very serious health condition' and that they would share details when they could. More from Rolling Stone Flogging Molly Scraps 2025 Shows While Dave King Battles 'Serious Health Condition' Walker Roaders Return With Booming Cover of Howlin' Wolf's 'Smokestack Lightning' Flogging Molly Detail 'Swagger' 20th Anniversary Vinyl Box Set In her new note, Regan said King suffered a brain hemorrhage on Jan. 24 and 'underwent two subsequent surgeries to save his life.' He then spent two weeks in a coma, she added, 'followed by varying stages of treatment and recovery.' Most recently, on Feb. 28, King 'underwent yet another surgery,' with Regan saying she now felt 'confident we are on the other side of this.' She continued: 'He is now entering into the next phase of his recovery and wants nothing more than to play music again. The road ahead is uncertain but we, as ever, will roll with the punches and hope to see you all in the near future.' Regan went on to thank King's neurosurgeon and all the medical professionals who've looked after him over the past few months. 'Your extraordinary level of care was also integral to him being where he is today,' she said. Ending her note, Regan said: 'To friends and family whose support was unwavering throughout this ordeal, a heartfelt thank you. And a special thanks to everyone who sent well wishes and messages of support. Please look after each other and tell your people you love them. Life can change in an instant.' King's hemorrhage forced Flogging Molly to miss their four-day Salty Dog Cruise festival, which set sail last month (the 2026 iteration is already on the books for next October). The band's headlining tour, which was set to begin on Feb. 24 in St. Petersburg, Florida, was also canceled. Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
