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Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Luke Littler told he must do one thing if he is to truly challenge Phil Taylor's legacy
Adrian Lewis thinks Luke Littler will have no chance of challenging Phil Taylor's spot in darts' history books if he doesn't maintain the will to win that has seen him take the sport by storm Adrian Lewis believes Luke Littler has to be "greedy" in his darts dominance if he wants to join the ranks of the greatest players in history. The 18-year-old has been a phenomenon on the oche, winning multiple major titles in just a few years. 'The Nuke' is the current PDC world champion and has been an exceptional inspiration for youngsters looking to get into darts. So it's no wonder that people are already comparing the teenager to the greats of Phil Taylor, Eric Bristow and Michael van Gerwen. But according to Lewis, there's one thing he must do if he wants to challenge these historic figures in the long term - and that is to win greedily. Speaking to Mirror Sport via The Escapist, Jackpot is adamant Littler has to be selfish on the oche and not let anybody else get in on the act of lifting silverware in the near future. Asked if Littler has the potential longevity, Lewis replied: "I really do think he has. It just depends how hungry he stays. I think you've got to be greedy. Greedy for winning. If you can maintain that you can do anything." The English darts hero went on to praise Littler for his tournament scheduling, noting that the youngster seems to have it all figured out early on. Lewis added: "I think he's doing things the right way. He isn't playing in all the tournaments. "That does take away a lot of the enjoyment if you're playing all the time. Win, lose or draw, it all gets a bit samey when you're playing five or six days a week." So far, Littler has clinched the UK Open, Grand Slam, Premier League of Darts, World Matchplay and the World Series. He has also secured plenty of other tournament titles, including the Belgian Darts Open, Poland Darts Masters and Austrian Darts Open. Littler's presence in the sport has undeniably increased interest in darts over the last few years, but the 18-year-old isn't just satisfied with a few titles in his bag. As the Australian Darts Masters kicks off this weekend, the Nuke is ready to right some wrongs after coming up short against Gerwyn Price at last year's event. Speaking ahead of the tournament kicking off, Littler said: "I've been here a few days now, so I've settled in but once Friday night comes, we're in the venue and the crowd are pumping, it will definitely get me up for it. "Once you are runner-up you want to come back the next year and win it. It's a long time but now we are here and coming off the back of the Matchplay win, I am feeling very confident and up for the task. "I got tested in Blackpool and I definitely made a good 10 days of it. Happy to come out with the win and claim the Triple Crown but now we're Down Under, it's a different competition and a different mindset." The teenager will take on New Zealand's Haupai Puha in the first round of the tournament, with Luke Humphries, Chris Dobey, Gerwyn Price and Stephen Bunting all in action in Friday's games. The opening games will begin at 10am UK time (7pm local time) on Friday, August 8, before the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final take place on a blockbuster Finals Day on Saturday, August 9.
Boston Globe
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
The Berkshires International Film Fest returns this weekend with Brian Cox as honoree
'I want to be the movie that everyone's talking about,' Christy says. That's the hope of every filmmaker who brings their latest project to festivals such as BIFF, which marks its 19th year this weekend. In addition to screening more than two dozen documentaries and nearly as many narrative features, the festival is set to honor the actor Brian Cox with a special screening of his choice, 'The Escapist' (2009). Get Love Letters: The Newsletter A weekly dispatch with all the best relationship content and commentary – plus exclusive content for fans of Love Letters, Dinner With Cupid, weddings, therapy talk, and more. Enter Email Sign Up Designer Bob Mackie arrives at the Fashion Trust US Awards on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Los Angeles. Chris Pizzello/Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP The fashion designer Bob Mackie will be on hand for a new documentary about his glitzy legacy, and the festival expects a large contingent from Needham for Advertisement Kelley Vickery, BIFF's founder and artistic director, created the festival shortly after moving to Western Massachusetts. Having worked at the Kennedy Center and with cultural organizations overseas, she appreciated her new community's dedication to the arts — Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, Mass MoCA. 'I thought, it's funny that we don't celebrate film,' she says. 'I combined my skill set with a love of film, and the BIFF was born.' Over the years, the festival has scored some coups. They've hosted the high-wire artist Philippe Petit (the 2009 Oscar winner 'Man on Wire') and the singer Darlene Love (2014 Best Documentary feature '20 Feet From Stardom'). In 2019, BIFF honored Martin Scorsese. Cox, this year's honoree, and his wife, Nicole Ansari, have a home in upstate New York, just over the Massachusetts border. 'They're part of our community,' Vickery says. 'They consider Great Barrington 'their town.'' Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine will answer questions after the Friday screening of his new documentary, 'Memories of Love Returned,' which is executive produced by Steven Soderbergh. Taylor Jewell/Taylor Jewell/Invision/AP The actor and filmmaker Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine is another local of sorts. He considers Stockbridge to be one of his hometowns. Born in New Hampshire to Ugandan parents, he lived in the Boston area while his mother attended Boston University and then attended middle school in Stockbridge. Mwine will answer questions after the Friday screening of Advertisement Mwine met Soderbergh after he was cast in 2015 in the dramatic TV series 'The Knick,' which Soderbergh directed. They struck up a friendship. Mwine mentioned his documentary project, and the filmmaker said, 'I'll have a check waiting for you.' Though he now lives in LA, keeps his ties to Uganda, and spent the past six months in New York working on the upcoming series sequel 'Dexter: Resurrection,' Mwine still considers Western Massachusetts to be an inspiration for his documentary. 'I'm literally going back to the genesis of the story for me, in a sense,' he says. 'If we hadn't lost our family photos when my mom moved back from Stockbridge to Uganda, I might not be the same person.' For Christy, who is a graduate of Boston College, it's especially important to present her film in the festival setting. 'Magic Hour' begins and ends with her main character, Harriet, (Miriam Shor), in a cinema — first sobbing over a film in an otherwise empty theater, and later watching her own film, surrounded by cast, crew, friends, and family. The movie theater 'is part of the DNA of the movie,' Christy says. The veteran actor Shor ('Maestro,' 'American Fiction') got her first significant notice in 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' (2002). The story behind 'Magic Hour' is loosely based on Christy's own experience of going back to film school, years after she founded While heavily fictionalized, she says, the lead character 'is a distillation of all my most neurotic tendencies.' Audiences have been connecting with Harriet's regrets and her unexpected response to her midlife crisis, Christy says: 'Things are in flux in our world.' Advertisement Like a lot of other businesses, film distribution is going through some turmoil. Still, she's keeping her hopes high. 'It's a really unlikely thing for a movie this small to get what I want for it,' Christy says. In 'Memories of Love Returned,' Mwine quotes an old proverb: 'He who moved slowly reaches far.' 'If I'm still talking about this film 40 years from now, I would be thrilled,' he says. 'It's really about celebrating these memories of love that were documented over a 50-year period. We need more of that.' BERKSHIRE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Thursday-Sunday at various venues in Great Barrington and Lenox. James Sullivan can be reached at .
Harpers Bazaar Arabia
28-05-2025
- Business
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
Veronica Kohlbecker and Sunoom: Transforming Wellness-Focused Luxury Living
Veronica Kohlbecker, founder of Sunoom, blends ancient wisdom with modern science to create healing homes that redefine luxury living through wellness, cultural depth, and mindful design Luxury living is evolving beyond aesthetics. Homeowners today seek spaces that enhance their physical and mental well-being. Veronica Kohlbecker, an entrepreneur, designer, and wellness advocate whose journey spans multiple industries and global influences, is the founder of Sunoom, where she merges ancient wisdom with modern science to create homes that heal, redefining what it means to live in harmony with one's environment. A Life Rooted in Design and Exploration Kohlbecker's childhood journey through seven countries ignited a profound understanding of diverse architectural aesthetics, cultural inspirations, and holistic well-being practices. Her education in design, martial arts, and healing modalities provided a solid foundation for her unconventional approach to creating luxurious living experiences. Before launching Sunoom, Kohlbecker built a career centered on travel, design, and high-end experiences. She founded The Escapist Montenegro, a luxury travel agency and the country's first water taxi business, introducing over 38,000 visitors to Montenegro's breathtaking landscapes. She also created The Anonymous, an elite concierge service and luxury villa management company catering to global travelers. Through these ventures, she gained a deep understanding of how space, culture, and mindfulness intersect to create meaningful experiences. The Vision Behind Sunoom Sunoom is the culmination of Kohlbecker's lifelong passion for design and wellness. Her approach to luxury property development goes beyond architecture—she integrates circadian rhythm alignment, sustainable materials, and holistic wellness principles into every project. Drawing from philosophies such as Feng Shui, Vastu, and Wabi-Sabi, her designs promote energy flow, create balance, and enhance overall well-being. 'We are not just building developments,' Kohlbecker explains. 'We are creating sanctuaries in special locations where people can reconnect with themselves—and their surroundings.' Her work with the Sunoom Collective of neuroscientists and endocrinologists ensures that Sunoom living supports natural body rhythms, incorporating elements such as UVB-enhanced glass, wellness-focused soundscaping, natural materials, and neuroscience-based layouts. This fusion of science and spirituality has positioned Sunoom as a leader in wellness-driven development. Humanitarian Impact and Social Advocacy Beyond her work in design, Kohlbecker is committed to humanitarian efforts. She has led projects supporting displaced families and individuals affected by crises, earning her the UN Action for Peace Award and the UN Humanitarian Aid Medal. Her philanthropic initiatives focus on both direct aid and long-term solutions for sustainable living. She believes in breaking barriers and inspiring open-mindedness. Kohlbecker has a platform—and she's intent on using it for social good. She supports communities in two major ways: by providing direct aid and advocating for human-centric living spaces. Shaping the Future of Luxury Wellness Living Looking ahead, Kohlbecker envisions a global expansion for Sunoom, bringing wellness-focused architecture to a larger audience. Her upcoming projects in Anguilla, Abu Dhabi, and Italy integrate mindful use of technology and energy-conscious design, ensuring that homes evolve with their residents' needs. With a mission to redefine luxury by making well-being the foundation of every home, Veronica Kohlbecker is shaping a future where design, science, and nature converge. Through Sunoom Living, she is pioneering a new era of living—one where homes are more than just spaces but sanctuaries for holistic health and harmony. Learn more about Veronica Kohlbecker's vision for luxury homes that heal.
