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Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
101st Airborne Division welcomes new commanding general at Change of Command ceremony
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (WKRN) — The Change of Command was held at Fort Campbell Division Parade Field Friday. The 101st Airborne Division welcomed Maj. Gen. David Gardner as its 50th commanding general. Gardner comes from Fort Bragg, North Carolina. There, he served as Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, Plans, and Training (G-3/5/7) for the U.S. Army Forces Command. 📧 Have breaking news come to you: → 'It is the honor of a lifetime,' Gardner said. 'It is unbelievably humbling to join the ranks of the former and current members of our nation's most storied and recognized division.' Gardner also previously served as the commanding general of the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Johnson, Louisiana. Community leaders, local officials and more said goodbye to Maj. Gen. Brett Sylvia, who had assumed command over the division in July 2023. Sylvia helped develop a large-scale, long-range air assault capability and led the U.S. Army's 'Transformation in Contact' initiative. Under Sylvia's leadership, the 101st Airborne Division deployed soldiers to North Carolina for Hurricane Helene relief efforts, multiple European countries to support Operation European Assure and the U.S. southern border. JANUARY: Fort Campbell soldiers sent to southern border after Trump executive order 'Few could have predicted how the events of the next two years would create an environment of unprecedented opportunity and challenge,' Sylvia said. 'And to each of those challenges, the men and women standing before you today didn't just rise – they soared! Today, I stand before you with great pride knowing that the 101st Airborne Division has not only built upon a tremendous legacy, but also emerged having firmly established itself as the unit of choice for any mission, any time, any place, and against any foe.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New York Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Times
In Paris, a Reminder of French Ballet History and Style
Manuel Legris, lithe in a tracksuit, held up a hand. 'Stop! Stop!' he called out as Francesco Mura, a Paris Opera Ballet principal dancer, smoothly executed a tricky passage. 'It's lovely, but I've lost the character,' Legris told Mura. 'I'm just seeing technique.' Legris, 60, knows about technique. A former étoile, or star, of the Paris Opera Ballet, and a former director of the Vienna State Ballet and La Scala Ballet, Legris was the supreme classicist of his era — the Roger Federer of ballet — his unobtrusive virtuosity always informed by an elegant refinement. On this day, though, Legris was focused on character and intention as he worked with a cast of Paris Opera dancers in his ballet 'Sylvia,' at a public rehearsal in the Opera Bastille amphitheater. 'Imagine you are a young, fresh shepherd, bursting with joy and life,' he told Mura as he ran onstage. The character of Sylvia, he explained to Inès McIntosh, is 'strong and sensual; this isn't 'Sleeping Beauty.'' 'Sylvia,' set to an enchanting score by Délibes, was the first ballet performed at the Palais Garnier, a year after it was inaugurated in 1875. Choreographed by Louis Mérante, it had a mixed reception, with most plaudits going to the score. ('What riches in the melody, the rhythm, the harmony,' Tchaikovsky wrote, after seeing it in 1877.) Versions of the ballet came and went over the next century. Frederick Ashton's for the Sadler's Wells Ballet (the forerunner of the Royal Ballet) in 1952, with a resplendent Margot Fonteyn in the title role, put the ballet back into the mainstream repertory, though it wasn't performed by the Royal from the mid-1960s to 2004. American Ballet Theater will present it at the Metropolitan Opera House in July. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
Chef's one-ingredient trick to make baked potatoes crispier and tastier
There are few better culinary experiences than tucking into the humble baked potato and now you can do so with the perfect recipe. For those evenings when you can't be fussed to whip up a culinary storm, baked potatoes are the staple you need, but there's an art to crafting spuds that burst with flavour rather than ending up as dull oven-dwellers. Taking just an extra five minutes for prep can transform your humble tattie into a taste sensation, dodging the all-too-common fate of bland and weary wedges. Enter Sylvia Fountaine, a culinary whizz and the brains behind Feasting at Home, who reveals getting the perfect flavoursome baked potato is dead simple – the secret? Salt, and plenty of it. She said: "Use sea salt or kosher salt, and be generous. Salt goes a long way in enhancing the natural flavour of the potato skins." It may seem simple, but potatoes contain a lot of water, and if this water is not released while cooking, your baked potato will be starchy, limp, and bland. The power of salt isn't just old wives' tales; this trusty seasoning pulls double duty, mopping up moisture while crisping up the skin for a scrumptious crunchy bite. Not only does it beautify your bake with a crackly tan, salt elevates the humble earthy sweetness inherently found in every spud. Salt is your go-to for a game-changing baked potato experience, guaranteeing that each mouthful comes with an irresistible snap of golden delight. How to make baked potatoes taste even better Medium russet potatoes Olive oil Sea or kosher salt Instructions: Start by cranking your oven to 220C, slotting a rack right smack in the middle. Give those potatoes a good scrub under the tap, then dry them off with kitchen paper. Give your spuds a light brush of olive oil and lashings of salt for that perfect seasoning. Do not wrap them in tin foil, as this will cause the baked potato to create more steam and become soggy. Instead, roast them so you get a crispy skin. A trio of fork jabs per potato is all you need to stop any oven disasters – think of it as their escape route for steam. Pop those beauties on a baking tray and slide them into the oven's heart. Give them an hour or so to transform. The moment they're done, get them out and slice them open pronto. Sylvia said: "This ensures potatoes that are fluffy and not gummy." Grab a tea towel, give them a gentle squeeze to expose that fluffy interior and use a fork to fluff up further. Top them off with whatever your heart desires, and voilà – a baked potato that's as scrumptious as it looks.
Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Incredible story of Chelsea's first ballboy - War hero, POW & 120-year-old photo
Amazing find as historians identify Chelsea's first ever ball boy from 1905. His grandaughter says he will be cheering them on in the European Conference final "in heaven" As Chelsea prepare for their big European cup final against Real Betis historians have astonishingly tracked down the identity of their first ever ball boy photographed back in 1905. James Ridley was pictured standing behind the team line-up as a young 13-year-old schoolboy. Now James's family have finally been tracked down and they described his lifelong love for Chelsea. And they even revealed how he went onto become a World War One hero and held as a Prisoner of War. His grand-daughter Sylvia Jensen is now living in Canada and said James died back in 1975 but always had an extraordinary passion for Chelsea. Mirror Sport spoke to Sylvia about her grandad who she recalled with great affection. Sylvia said: "Grandad was actually given the Chelsea 1905 team photo by the Club after they had it taken, as a memento for being their very first ball boy. You can see him standing on the right behind the player called Moran. He kept this photo safe all through his life in his special keepsake box. "These first Chelsea football players became his heroes and they treated him very well. I have very vivid memories of my grandparents, having adored them as a child." She added: "My Grandad Jim would be overjoyed if he knew the Daily Mirror was writing a story about him so many years later. You can bet he is cheering on Chelsea this week from his seat in heaven." Sylvia went on to reveal the extraordinary bravery of her Grandad in World War One. He ended up being held as a German Prisoner of War. She said: "When WW1 broke out he saw a poster and wasted no time in acting upon it He loved his team so much, that once the call out for recruiting men to fight in World War One came. "Grandad saw the poster displayed on the fencing at Stamford Bridge. It was blue, in Chelsea colours, and asked the fans: 'Do You Want To Be A Chelsea Die-Hard?' If so, join the 17th Battalion Middlesex Regt. and follow the lead given by your favourite football players" "I have a copy of that poster that I made into a picture that hangs on my wall in my home above Grandad's army photos and his 1905 Chelsea Eleven photo I had enlarged and framed. Grandad knew his team had a 'Pals Battalion, 1st Footballers', and wanted to join them and fight alongside his heroes. "Grandad said that he played football with some of the best football players in the country whilst he served alongside them over in France, on their rest periods. He absolutely enjoyed that experience and treasured those memories, often telling his sons his stories. "He was wounded by gunshot in July 1916 and sent back home to recover, heal, and then retrain for battle conditions. During this time he met my Nannie Annie. He was a bit naughty whilst courting her as his military records show he got disciplined and fined three times for being late back to camp, but he was totally in love." James was later awarded these medals: 1914-15 Star, received 22 March 1921, British War Medal 14-18, received 4 October 1921. Victory Medal, received 4 October, 1921. He was demobilised and discharged on 21 March 1919. After he returned from War he continued his support of Chelsea. Sylvia said: "Grandad often said that, once home from the war, the games kept him going, helping with his morale and the horrible memories he carried. "In those days post traumatic stress was not recognised like it is today, and it was his love of his team, going to see them play when at home, and playing piano for them, that greatly helped him get through and carry on." Sylvia added: "My Dad was born in 1931 and Grandad would take him over to Eel Brook Common to play a bit of football together. As a boy, he would sneak into see Chelsea play at home by getting through at the Shed End. He and his friends did this as they didn't have any money to pay to get in. My Dad was a Chelsea fan all his life, too." Historian and Chelsea fan Andrew Rowley said: "A few years ago a WW1 historical website ran an article on Chelsea's involvement with the 17th Football Battalion of the Middlesex. "Not only had our amateur captain, Vivian Woodward joined, it also mentioned James Ridley as well. He was a 13-year-old living opposite Stamford Bridge he had volunteered as a ball-boy, back in 1905 and sneaked into the first Chelsea team photograph so he could be seen with his idols. "I was reminded of this recently by Andy Jackson - who is one of our followers at Chelsea Graves Society. I decided to see if he had any living relatives. Incredibly I managed to find Sylvia and she was so delighted her grandad was still being remembered after all this time. "It's lovely that on the eve of this final against Real Betis that someone who was photographed in our very first photo has been identified and the story of his real love of Chelsea told in full." Nathan Whitehouse of the Chelsea Graves Society said: 'It was great work by the team - especially Andrew Rowley. It's fantastic that these great Chelsea characters are remembered properly.'
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Platonic' Season 2 Sets August Premiere Date at Apple TV+
'Platonic' Season 2 will debut on Apple TV+ later this summer. The second installment of the Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne-led series will premiere Wednesday, Aug. 6, the streamer announced Tuesday. The first two episodes of the ten-episode season will debut on Aug. 6 with new episodes dropping every Wednesday until Oct. 1. In the date announcement, Rogen's Will and Byrne's Sylvia can be seen riding in the back of a golf cart to a group of golfers. While both Will and Sylvia are beginners, Will takes a big swing — that ends up hitting their friend smack in the eye, leading the entire group to spiral. The August premiere marks just over two years after 'Platonic' premiered its first season in May 2023. 'Platonic' Season 1 sees Will and Sylvia, a platonic pair of former best friends approaching midlife, reconnecting a long rift, per the official logline, with the duo's friendship becoming all consuming — and destabilizes their lives in a hilarious way. The end of Season 1 featured a flash forward a year later, which sees Will settled into his new life in San Diego. In the Season 1 finale, Will got engaged to his co-worker and Sylvia agreed to plan their wedding. Season 2 will Rogen and Byrne reprise their roles as Will and Sylvia, while Luke Macfarlane returns as Sylvia's husband, Charlie and Carla Gallo reprises her role as Sylvia's friend, Katie. The new installment will also introduce Aidy Bryant, Kyle Mooney and Beck Bennett as guest stars. 'Platonic' is cocreated, directed and cowritten by Nick Stoller and Francesca Delbanco, and is produced by Sony Pictures Television, where Stoller's Global Solutions has an overall deal. Byrne, Stoller, Delbanco and Conor Welch executive produce with Rogen, Evan Goldberg and James Weaver for Point Grey Pictures. Stoller recently had a cameo on Rogen's 'The Studio,' which Rogen and Goldberg wrote, directed and executive produced. The post 'Platonic' Season 2 Sets August Premiere Date at Apple TV+ appeared first on TheWrap.
