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CBS News
13-08-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 10-year-old Ethan
MARE - Ethan is a very bright and happy boy with a curious mind and a playful spirit. He loves being outdoors, where he can run, explore, and soak up the sunshine. Whether he's riding his bike, playing tag, or just enjoying fresh air, being outside is one of his favorite ways to spend time. Ethan also has a big imagination and enjoys building with Legos, often creating detailed structures and exciting scenes. He's a huge fan of Spider-Man and loves anything related to superheroes. When indoors, he likes playing on his Xbox, watching fun videos, and relaxing with his favorite games and shows. One of Ethan's proudest accomplishments is his progress in Tae Kwon Do. He enjoys learning new moves and takes pride in earning higher belts through hard work and focus. His dedication shows how determined and motivated he can be when working toward a goal. With his joyful energy, creativity, and strong sense of determination, Ethan is a fun and inspiring kid to be around. For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Indian man seeks asylum in Canada, claims 'murder framing' in Haryana; 200 others told the same story
Parwinder Singh, an Indian man seeking refugee status in Canada told the authorities that he was being framed by the police for his friend's murder in Haryana. The authorities noted that 200 other also narrated a strikingly similar story as they all have the same immigration consultant, Deepak Pawar. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now But Parwinder Singh's latest plea for refugee status was not rejected, as the judge noted that refugee claims are not a novel-writing contest and therefore there is no requirement for originality. Singh's case has been sent for review, the National Post reported. 'Asylum narratives are not exercises in creative writing, and a lack of prosaic originality should not be confused for falsehood, fraud, or the deliberate plagiarism of another person's story. In this case, the RAD put form over substance in its analysis of Mr Singh's narrative. Its conclusion that the narrative was not genuine is therefore unreasonable," Justice Guy Régimbald wrote in a recent decision out of Ottawa. RAD is Canada's Refugee Appeal Division. Lawyers representing RAD said they found Singh's story to be fraudulent as individuals who traveled to Canada with him also had the same story. What is Parwinder Singh's story? According to the report, Parwinder Singh left India in 2019 when he was a 16-year-old boy. One day when he was walking home from school with a group of friends, they were accosted by another group who had knives. A brawl breaks out, Singh fled the spot, but one of the boys was stabbed and killed. "The group allegedly responsible for his death includes the nephew of a well-known politician," the report said adding that police visited his home and he was being framed for the murder. Police kept him in custody for three days, beat him up but released him after taking bribe. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Before his release, Singh's fingerprints were taken and he was threatened to stay quiet. He was again called to the police station, made to wait for hours and insulted and told ti return again in two weeks. T hen Singh's father decided to send him to Canada as staying in India did not seem safe. With the help of an immigration agent, Singh traveled to Canada falsely claiming to be participating in a Tae Kwon Do tournament. Immigration ministry intervened in Singh's case in 2023 and called the story fake and 200 other claims, all from India, have the same story. Singh then said he supports Khalistan and hence fears persecution in India. RAD claimed this too was a fake story to stay in Canada.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Fit for Life Expo shows health, wellness good for soul of all ages
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—Health is wealth, and the 2025 Fit for Life Expo showcased health, wellness, and lifestyle. Simple exercises for stronger glutes anywhere The Expo featured competitions in boxing, martial arts, and arm wrestling. 'Mostly everybody should stretch because that's one of the ways you can prevent all types of diseases going on in the long run, like arthritis and locked joints and all that. It's also what you take. Supplements, vitamins, and other stuff. Drink plenty of water, plenty of fluids,' said Rashad Williams with Tiger Rocks Martial Arts. Featured vendors spoke about lifestyle, physical therapy, and wellness. Aerial expression demonstrations showed that health and wellness are for all ages. Fitness crucial for quick recovery from illness or surgery Regina Money, an assistant coach with Aerial Expression Shreveport, said, 'Any adult who thinks they cannot do that, I beg to differ. I started eight years ago, before I was 60. So, I love it. It's kind of an all-around body workout because you use your own body weight.' Coaches say Aerial Expression Shreveport is a fun way of expression that is safe with strength building, endurance, and flexibility. Classes are recreational as well as competitive. 'We will travel, and it gives them a way to work on their confidence, getting out on the stage in front of everyone, competing. The routines they make themselves. We will add input to it, but they will come up with their own themes, their own music, their own skills, and we just help polish it to get them where they want to be,' said Sabrina Ackerson, a coach with Aerial Expression Shreveport. Lower back pain relief: Chair exercises and stretching tips from Robert 'Supermann' Blount Athletes at the Expo say fitness is good for the mind and soul as well as mental and emotional health. 'You don't have to go into anything advanced, honestly. Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu, Karate, any of those things will help you get a start off just to build something for you. Characteristic-wise, maybe mental health-wise, physical education,' said Lakekeyia Williams with Tiger Rocks Martial Arts. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
04-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
SECU Awards Summer Camp Scholarships to 457 Youth Members Statewide
RALEIGH, N.C., June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- State Employees' Credit Union (SECU) has concluded its fourth annual Summer Camp Awards campaign, granting $500 scholarships to 457 young members throughout North Carolina. Recipients were selected through random drawings, with one FAT CAT® and one Zard® winner per branch from all eligible entries. The scholarships will be used for the registration costs and associated fees at the summer camp chosen by each youth winner. Applicants submitted an illustration or essay about their dream camp experience to be entered into the contest. Since its launch in 2022 the program has provided scholarships totaling $508,000 to 1,016 FAT CAT and Zard members. Summer Camp Awards were established to encourage young members to expand their knowledge through fun and engaging summer camps and provide financial support to help youth families pursue these impactful opportunities. 'Parks was very excited when he found out he was a Summer Camp Award winner,' said Michael Hamilton, father of Raleigh-Wakefield Branch winner Parks Hamilton. 'For his entry, he drew a picture of pandas, bamboo, flowers, a hummingbird, a seagull, and volcanos – things he's seen in Kung Fu Panda. He will be attending a Tae Kwon Do camp this summer and is really looking forward to it.' 'We are so pleased to contribute to our young members' summer camp experiences and continue our support for SECU families across the state through this beneficial program for a fourth consecutive year,' said SECU President and CEO Leigh Brady. 'The educational opportunities afforded to youth through summer camps are so incredibly valuable, and I want to offer our sincere congratulations to this year's winners!' About SECU A not-for-profit financial cooperative owned by its members, and federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), SECU has been providing employees of the state of North Carolina and their families with consumer financial services for 88 years. SECU is the second largest credit union in the United States with $55 billion in assets. It serves more than 2.8 million members through 275 branch offices, 1,100 ATMs, Member Services Support via phone, and the SECU Mobile App. Contact: Sandra Jones, Communications, [email protected] A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SECU Awards Summer Camp Scholarships to 457 Youth Members Statewide
SECU Awards Summer Camp Scholarships to 457 Youth Members Statewide RALEIGH, N.C., June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- State Employees' Credit Union (SECU) has concluded its fourth annual Summer Camp Awards campaign, granting $500 scholarships to 457 young members throughout North Carolina. Recipients were selected through random drawings, with one FAT CAT® and one Zard® winner per branch from all eligible entries. The scholarships will be used for the registration costs and associated fees at the summer camp chosen by each youth winner. Applicants submitted an illustration or essay about their dream camp experience to be entered into the contest. Since its launch in 2022 the program has provided scholarships totaling $508,000 to 1,016 FAT CAT and Zard members. Summer Camp Awards were established to encourage young members to expand their knowledge through fun and engaging summer camps and provide financial support to help youth families pursue these impactful opportunities. 'Parks was very excited when he found out he was a Summer Camp Award winner,' said Michael Hamilton, father of Raleigh-Wakefield Branch winner Parks Hamilton. "For his entry, he drew a picture of pandas, bamboo, flowers, a hummingbird, a seagull, and volcanos – things he's seen in Kung Fu Panda. He will be attending a Tae Kwon Do camp this summer and is really looking forward to it.' 'We are so pleased to contribute to our young members' summer camp experiences and continue our support for SECU families across the state through this beneficial program for a fourth consecutive year,' said SECU President and CEO Leigh Brady. 'The educational opportunities afforded to youth through summer camps are so incredibly valuable, and I want to offer our sincere congratulations to this year's winners!' About SECU A not-for-profit financial cooperative owned by its members, and federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), SECU has been providing employees of the state of North Carolina and their families with consumer financial services for 88 years. SECU is the second largest credit union in the United States with $55 billion in assets. It serves more than 2.8 million members through 275 branch offices, 1,100 ATMs, Member Services Support via phone, and the SECU Mobile App. Contact: Sandra Jones, Communications, A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
