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Axios
3 days ago
- Politics
- Axios
Get to know San Antonio mayoral runoff candidates
There's only about a month between the May 3 election and June 7 runoff for San Antonio voters to get to know mayoral candidates Gina Ortiz Jones and Rolando Pablos, the two who emerged on top from a field of 27 people. We asked each a series of fun questions to learn more about them as a person. Catch up quick: Ortiz Jones, a former Air Force undersecretary under the Biden administration, won about 27% of the vote in the May 3 election. Pablos, a former Texas secretary of state appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott, won nearly 17%. Early voting is underway now through June 3. Find polling times and locations online. Election day is June 7. Here are the questions: How do you start your morning? What's your favorite restaurant in the city? Tell us a fun fact about you. What are your hobbies when you're not working? What's your favorite TV show? What's your favorite movie? What's your favorite book? What's your favorite band or musician? What's your proudest personal achievement? What do you consider your top career accomplishment? Here's what they told us. Gina Ortiz Jones Thinking about how many people in our city would suffer if our next mayor was a green light for Trump/Abbott. Dinner: Leche de Tigre, Breakfast: the (El Rodeo De) Jalisco on Potranco and Dugas. I've been shark cage diving off the coast of South Africa. Reading, running and grabbing a spicy margarita with friends. "The Sopranos." "(The) Godfather (Part II)." Hannah Arendt's "Eichmann in Jerusalem: A Report on the Banality of Evil." George Strait. Being a good big sister and daughter. From Air Force intelligence officer deployed to Iraq, to 27th Under Secretary of the Air Force, my service has always been to our country. Rolando Pablos I spend time praying and meditating. It helps me compose myself and reflect on the blessings in my life. Mi Tierra. I love it and Market Square because our city's culture is so alive there, and it's filled with visitors from other cultures. My family immigrated from Mexico in 1976, when I was 8 years old. I appreciate the sacrifices my parents made, and we have lived the American dream. I love hunting. I'm a "foodie" and enjoy trying different restaurants. And I'm a big fan of all genres of music and enjoy concerts. "Entourage." "Lost in Translation." The Bible and "The Road Less Traveled." Rush. My 30-year marriage to my wonderful wife and our four remarkable children. I'm also blessed to have a very tight-knit extended family.
Hans India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
A blend of tradition and modernity
Translation is largely a creative and technical process. In fact, it is an age-old literary and cultural activity that has enriched both ancient and modern Indian literatures. Ancient texts like 'The Ramayana', 'The Mahabharata' and 'The Bible' are popular in translation. Regional literatures, in particular, are also available in translation. Inarguably, translation acts as a bridge between the past and the present and establishes a cultural link between one language and another. English, among other languages, has made such activity possible. This critical book, deftly edited by eminent Indian scholar P. V. Laxmiprasad, explores the different dynamics of the poetry of acclaimed Indian poet Raamaa Chandramouli. As a litterateur, Chandramouli has donned many hats and made remarkable contributions to different genres of literature. Besides being a poet of extraordinary merit and potential, he is also a novelist, storywriter, scriptwriter, and a shrewd literary critic. His poetry has been translated into English by academicians, professors, and scholars of great repute. His chief collections—'As the Window Opens', 'Fire and Snow', 'Whither and Other Poems', and 'Inferno'—immortalise him in the realm of literature. 'The Poetry of Raamaa Chandramouli' is all about the zest for life and its absence. It is abundantly rooted in the ceaseless struggle between the rich and the poor; the ruler and the ruled; poverty and wealth; individual and society; tradition and modernity; and traditional occupations and technology in life. The poet has been a true mirror to his times, depicting society with utmost candidness. His significance as a poet is also evident in the way he addresses the crucial issues of two generations of readers. Another hallmark of his poetry is his deep knowledge of technical education and classroom pedagogy. As a Professor of Mechanical Engineering, he is gifted with the prowess to delve deep into the subtle aspects of the world. A restless traveller in his poetic journey spanning over two decades, Chandramouli has attempted to shed light on the social milieu against all odds, thus embarking upon an ideal and visionary world bereft of all evils and sins. The efforts of P. V. Laxmiprasad as the editor of this book are indeed commendable and must be wholeheartedly acknowledged. Chandramouli moves from life to literature in search of invisible meaning. His poetry reflects an existential quest to unravel the metaphysical meanings of life. Poets are seers and visionaries. Poetry without images and symbols is merely prosaic and thus fails to resonate with readers. Much to our gratification, Chandramouli's poetry is replete with soul-stirring poetic features. It conjures vivid images on the landscape of the mind—ethereal, original, and breathtakingly beautiful. These images are largely evocative and warm the cockles of the readers' hearts. The poet touches on a few nostalgic reminiscences of his native place, reflecting his profound sensibility and deep sensitivity. He conveys subtle expressions through refined imagery and delicate symbols. The poet in Chandramouli is a true visionary, a mystic, an ideal citizen, a champion of women's rights, a crusader for peace, and an advocate of life and its values. Thus, he can be aptly deemed a profound philosopher of worldly wisdom. Tradition and modernity coexist in his poetry, endearing him to the apostles of the Muse from both generations.
RTÉ News
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Lyric Feature: The Chicago Police Chief who collected trad tunes
Derry-born composer Seán Doherty is best known for his choral compositions, but in Sunday's Lyric Feature, 1001 Gems, he goes back to his roots in Irish traditional music - listen above. Below, Seán tells us how he was unexpectedly drawn back to the tunes of his childhood and set out to find out more about Francis O'Neill (1848-1936), Chicago Police Chief and Irish music collector, and to research and analyse his music. As a composer, I write new music for choirs, string quartets, orchestras, and opera, but a family tragedy brought me back to my childhood bedroom in Derry, where I rediscovered my copy of The Dance Music of Ireland: 1001 Gems by Captain Francis O'Neill. Published in 1907, this landmark collection is often called simply The Book or The Bible of Irish traditional music. As I leafed through its pages, I began to recognize recurring patterns in the tunes. I systematically labelled each pattern with a letter and number, eventually compiling a vast spreadsheet of all 1001 melodies. Over the course of a year, I was astonished by how much I had learned. What stood out most were four fundamental melodic structures that appeared across all tune types—jigs, reels, hornpipes, and more. Eager to delve deeper, I collaborated with computer science experts at the University of Galway to analyse this massive dataset in new and innovative ways. This research will serve as a foundation for a broader study of Irish traditional music. To truly understand 1001 Gems, I needed to uncover the story behind its creation. This led me on a journey to trace the life of Francis O'Neill, a towering figure in Irish traditional music. Who was he, and how did he gather these tunes? To find out, I spoke with leading O'Neill scholars—Nicholas Carolan, Aileen Dillane, Mike O'Malley, Harry Bradshaw, and Marta Cook—who shared his remarkable story. Born in Bantry during the Famine, O'Neill traveled the world as a sailor before rising to the top of the Chicago police force, where he undertook a monumental effort to collect and preserve Irish music for future generations. I followed his footsteps in the U.S., playing in a session at Chief O'Neill's Pub on Chicago's North Side, exploring his personal library at the University of Notre Dame, and listening to his original wax cylinder recordings at the Ward Irish Music Archives in Milwaukee. Along the way, the renowned fiddle player Martin Hayes offered his own insights into tune structures and the significance of O'Neill's collections. At the outset of this journey, I saw 1001 Gems as a standard reference for Irish music. Now, I recognise it as something far more profound—a unique snapshot of a living tradition. More than a century after its publication, 1001 Gems remains an invaluable resource, a goldmine for musicians and researchers alike.
Axios
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Axios
Local Limelight with Wake County Rep. Mike Schietzelt
North Carolina state Rep. Mike Schietzelt is one of just two Republicans who represent Wake County in the General Assembly. Why it matters: Schietzelt, a Marine Corps veteran and attorney, is serving his first term in House District 35, which stretches across much of the northern part of the county. We talked with Schietzelt for our latest Local Limelight conversation. The Q&A has been edited for Smart Brevity. What made you decide to run for office? After being recruited by Republican House leadership, "I felt like I was a good fit for my district. I'm not an overwhelmingly ideological person," Schietzelt said. "I don't feel like there are a lot of people advocating the needs for our suburbs." 🍖 Favorite place to eat in the Triangle? Backyard BBQ Pit and Hog Heaven Bar-B-Q, both in Durham. 🛣️ What do you think the Triangle is missing? A freeway connecting Raleigh to Wake Forest. "There is a huge missed opportunity right now" with the state "dragging its feet" on expanding U.S. 1, Schietzelt said. "Now we're talking about converting it into a toll road, which would unfortunately cut us off from some of the best opportunities we have in terms of economic growth." 💡 What's your first read in the morning? The Bible, or emails. 📚 Last great book you read? Ralph Ketcham's biography of James Madison and " Confident Pluralism" by John Inazu. 🎧 Go-to podcast? " Do Politics Better" or " Tying It Together" with Tim Boyum. 🎣 Favorite place to go for a long weekend? Banner Elk, or somewhere "I can sit around without Wi-Fi" to do a little hiking and fishing. 🐶 Do you have any pets? Atlas, who turns 14 in a few weeks. 🤓 How did you end up in the Triangle? Duke University's law school, which he attended after years of traveling the country as a professional trumpet player. ✍️ If you could pass any law, what would it be? Ratifying the Convention of States. His non-serious answer: Everyone should watch the 1994 film "PCU," a comedy on political correctness. ⛳️ What's something you're looking forward to, unrelated to politics or your work? "Sleeping at some point," Schietzelt said. But really: Getting out to play a round of golf. 🥹 How do you unplug at the end of the day? Putting the kids (he has four) to sleep.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Yahoo
Fresh appeal to identify man found dead in city
Fresh efforts are being made to identify a man found dead in a city centre 25 years ago. He was found lifeless near Southend East railway station in Essex on 15 November 2000, having been seen wandering in the area the day before. The man, who was wearing a green jacket and brown trousers, was believed to have been homeless and about 65 years old, British Transport Police (BTP) said. "The circumstances here are truly tragic," said a BTP spokesperson. "A man dying alone with no apparent family or friends aware of their whereabouts and, after all this time, still in the dark about their death." The man had been seen walking along the platform at Southend East station on 14 November that year. The following morning, he was found dead close to the scene. BTP said the man was known to frequent the city centre and was 176cm (5ft 7in) in height. "Despite significant inquiries at the time and since, this man's identity remains unconfirmed and their next of kin uninformed," the force added. "We'll be conducting further inquiries in Southend-on-Sea over the coming days so that we can give someone somewhere who has spent far too long without answers some much needed closure." Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Pregnant woman murder unlikely to be solved – police 'Goldfinger' murder unsolved five years on The Bible pages murder still baffling police British Transport Police
