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IOL News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Celebrating 22 Years of the Youth Jazz Series at Artscape
LAUNCHED in 2003, the Youth Jazz Series has evolved in numerous forms, passing through the hands of Cape Town's music legends who have shaped the careers of countless young musicians. Image: Supplied MARKING the 22nd rendition of one of Artscape's annual flagship projects, the Youth Jazz Series will be presented over a two-day masterpiece showcase featuring the Youth Jazz soloists and School Jazz Bands. The latter were selected by Keith Tabisher of the Western Cape Education Department. This year's project, directed by Head of Jazz Studies, UCT Associate Professor, vocalist and pianist Amanda Tiffin, encompassed Masterclass programmes where the young musicians learnt from those experienced in the industry. This year's selected participants comprise 14 young musicians who were auditioned to be part of the 2025 programme. They are: Andrea Martinez (vocals), Caleb Meyer (vocals), Sarah Pengilly (vocals), Cole Krieling (guitar), Dillon Poggepoel (bass), Micaela Hannibal (bass), Caleb Dlamini (piano), Aviwe Macutwana (trombone), Franco Von Wieligh (tenor saxophone), Zakhiel Davids (trumpet), Daniel Roux (guitar), Bruce Basson (piano), Kyle Damons (piano) and Ezra Smuts (drums). This year, the programme received a significantly higher number of applications - more than 50% - compared to 2024. Tiffin has been associated with the project for 11 years, and has been directing the Youth soloists showcase portion of the Artscape Youth Jazz Series since 2017. This year, to celebrate 22 years of mentoring young jazz musicians, Tiffin has invited six individuals, both past and debutants, as mentors. Some have participated in the programme more than once and have all gone on to establish themselves as highly successful professional musicians, award winning recording artists, touring performers, musical directors, and dedicated educators while others will be making their debuts, such as Nomfundo Xaluva-Dyantyis (vocals), Mark Williams 2011 2012, 2014, 2025 (guitar), Marc De Kock (brass/sax), Brathew Van Schalkwyk 2017, 2025 (piano), Damian Kamineth 2017, 2021, 2025 (drums) and Chadleigh Gowar (bass). The mentors will also perform as a band, and bring their talent and expertise to the Artscape stage in what promises to be a very special and sparkling edition of the Youth Jazz Series. Artscape CEO Marlene le Roux said: 'It fills my heart with joy every year when we present this production that proffers the Youth a professional platform to showcase their mettle. Their talent often astounds me. Artscape remains proud that through this programme we have positively contributed to the growth their careers in the professional environment as the future of the Arts lies in youth development which we are very passionate about'. The project, made possible through the support of the City, launched in 2003, has gone through many different formats, and passed through the hands of some of Cape Town's top jazz professionals and music legends, who have mentored young aspiring jazz artists annually. It has also provided a major platform for young jazz musicians through mentorship, through the lasting connections made between young participants, and through the experience of performing on a major stage. The Youth Jazz Series features the Youth Jazz soloists on June 13 and the School Jazz Bands on June 14. Cape Times
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Primary school student gifts teachers high-end cookware for Teacher's Day
WITH Teacher's Day here, has anyone figured out what to get their educators? Traditionally, people would gift teachers items such as flowers, stationery, or even jewellery. However, this time, a young boy and his family opted for more practical, domestic gift choices. This year, the family has it all figured out and decided to show their appreciation for his teachers in the form of gourmet cookware. Just last year, the family went viral for gifting their younger son's 10 teachers with pieces of high-end jewellery. In a viral TikTok video, the 10-year-old boy and his father were seen entering a high-end kitchen appliance store to purchase Teacher's Day gifts. Inside the store, the primary school student and his father carefully examined the displayed items, selecting what they felt would be the perfect gifts for his teachers. Once selected, the gifts were packed neatly into what appeared to be 10 dark orange cardboard bags, each decorated with a brown ribbon. Netizens praised the family's thoughtfulness towards their children's educators, although some voiced concerns that such expensive gifts might influence how teachers perceive their students. These concerns were addressed by the boy's mother in the comments section. She clarified that her child attends a private school and that it was her and her husband's personal choice to purchase such lavish Teacher's Day gifts. Other users shared similar gift ideas, with some planning to gift cookware, while teachers reminisced about gifts they had received from students in the past. 'Back then, gifting a photo frame for Teacher's Day was considered a luxury. How times have changed,' one netizen joked. 'When I was teaching, I used to get excited if I received A4 paper. Last year, I was gifted two reams of it,' recalled another user. 'My child is in secondary school and wants to gift two teachers, so I bought Tiffin brand stacked bowls and added some cookies,' one parent shared.
Malaysian Reserve
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- Malaysian Reserve
THOR Industries Announces Strategic Partnership to Optimize Diesel Class A Motorhome Production with Focus on Quality and Customer Experience
ELKHART, Ind., May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — THOR Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) today announced a strategic partnership between Jayco, Inc. ('Jayco') and Tiffin Motorhomes ('Tiffin') whereby production of Class A diesel motorhomes for the Entegra Coach brand will transition from Jayco to Tiffin at its facilities in Red Bay, Alabama. This move allows Jayco to expand production capacity while ensuring that Entegra customers continue to receive the superior quality and attention to detail that they expect from an Entegra Coach unit. 'Entegra Coach has earned a strong reputation for luxury, performance, and owner loyalty,' said Ken Walters, President of Jayco. 'We're confident that the Tiffin team understands the high standards our Entegra Coach customers expect. Tiffin's long-standing commitment to quality and integrity makes them the ideal partner for this next chapter of Entegra.' Tiffin Motorhomes has built its legacy on high-end craftsmanship, premium materials, and customer-first design. For the team in Red Bay, manufacturing Entegra Coach Class A motorhomes is a natural extension of that commitment. 'Tiffin is known for producing some of the highest quality motorhomes in the market, and we're honored to bring that same level of excellence to the Entegra Coach brand,' said Leigh Tiffin, President of Tiffin Motorhomes. 'We have an experienced and passionate team that takes great pride in their work, and we're excited to uphold and continue the strong reputation Entegra has built over the years.' 'As the class A diesel market continues to evolve and become a smaller part of the overall RV marketplace, it is important for us to optimize our production capabilities across the THOR family of companies. Given the overall size of the Class A diesel market, integrating Entegra Coach into Tiffin optimizes our production at Tiffin where Class A diesels comprise a greater percentage of its product offering and allows us to leverage Tiffin's expertise in the segment. As we look ahead, rapidly evolving requirements for the Class A diesel segment will require focused engineering and craftsmanship that Tiffin can provide for the Entegra brand. This strategic move reflects our ongoing commitment to adaptability, quality, and the long-term success of our brands and dealer partners with an unrelenting focus on maximizing customer experience,' offered Bob Martin, President and CEO of THOR Industries, Inc. Jayco will continue to produce Model Year 2026 Entegra Coach diesel Class A motorhomes through the end of the 2025 calendar year, which include Cornerstone, Anthem, Aspire, and Reatta. Jayco will provide customer service, parts and warranty experience for all Jayco-built Entegra Coach products. As part of its long-term product strategy, Tiffin will begin manufacturing successor products in calendar year 2026, integrating select Entegra Coach product names and design elements into its Model Year 2027 Class A lineup. These motorhomes will be marketed exclusively as Tiffin products. Service and warranty for all Tiffin-built motorhomes will be handled by Tiffin. All Entegra Coach Class C, Class B and gas Class A motorhomes will continue to be produced, serviced and warrantied by Jayco. About THOR IndustriesTHOR Industries is the sole owner of operating companies which, combined, represent the world's largest RVs manufacturer. For more information on the Company and its products, please visit THOR has inspired and empowered people to connect with nature and each other nearly 45 years. About Entegra Coach Headquartered in Middlebury, Indiana, Entegra Coach, a division of Jayco, Inc., manufactures and markets luxury diesel and gas motorhomes. For additional information about Entegra Coach or its products, call 1-(800)-517-9137 or visit About Tiffin MotorhomesTiffin Motorhomes is proud to be one of the few family-operated RV manufacturers in the industry, making a significant difference in how our company operates versus our competitors. With the Tiffin name on every coach, building a superior motorhome is not just our occupation but a matter of personal pride. It has been a lifelong pursuit we are committed to perfecting. For further insights into Tiffin Motorhomes, visit
Cision Canada
02-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
FSRA imposes an administrative penalty and compliance order on Daniel Emerson Tiffin Français
TORONTO, May 2, 2025 /CNW/ - Ontario's financial services regulator, FSRA, has imposed an administrative penalty of $50,000 and a compliance order on Daniel Emerson Tiffin (Tiffin). FSRA issued a Notice of Proposal on January 25, 2023. Tiffin requested a hearing before the Financial Services Tribunal (Tribunal). "Consumers deserve advice from educated and licenced insurance professionals who act with integrity," said Elissa Sinha, Director of Litigation & Enforcement at FSRA. "As a regulator, we will take action to uphold these high standards in order to build the public's trust and confidence in the insurance industry." The Tribunal found that Tiffin acted as an insurance agent without a licence and used licensed agents as "fronts" to receive commissions. Tiffin was previously licensed under the Act. After becoming unlicensed, Tiffin gave former clients insurance advice including where to transfer their policies and which new policies to select. He recruited licensed insurance agents to act as "fronts" by signing and submitting the paperwork. FSRA has separately taken enforcement action against the fronting agents including licence revocations and administrative penalties. The Tribunal held that the administrative penalty and compliance order were appropriate for Tiffin. Tiffin is prohibited from acting as an insurance agent, from collecting commissions, directly or directly, on insurance business in Ontario, and from engaging in the business of insurance in Ontario. Access our enforcement database to see how FSRA is working to protect consumers through its monitoring and enforcement activities. For media inquiries: Russ Courtney Senior Manager of Media Relations Financial Services Regulatory Authority C: 437-225-8551 Email: [email protected]
The Guardian
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Picture This review – Bridgerton star can't save tinny rom-com
I am generally wary of streaming platform originals, so often do they feel like the fast fashion of the film world: cheap, disposable, chasing ephemeral interests and brittle with repeat use. But I will give Netflix, Amazon and co props for this: for nearing a decade now, they have attempted to fill a void left by the theatrical box office, whose hollowed-out market rarely supports the mid-budget adult films – particularly rom-coms and erotic thrillers – that routinely entertained non-franchise audiences in decades past. Only occasionally do they succeed, as in the case of Netflix's Do Revenge or Players, but the mission remains worthwhile. Picture This, a new rom-com from Amazon Prime Video, has promising elements suggesting it could be one of the better entries. Namely: the presence of Simone Ashley, the always luminous breakout star of the Netflix confection that is Bridgerton; Hero Fiennes Tiffin, nephew of Ralph and Joseph and perhaps best known for his role in the Tumblr smutty After trilogy; and the ever-relevant plot of becoming an unsolicited charity case as a single woman at the ripe age of 30. But though the two leads are capably charming – or, in the case of Tiffin, baseline attractive as a nice hometown guy not given much to do – the movie still has the imprint of a tech company's content assembly line: cheaply made, over-lit, bumpily paced, ludicrously dialed-up characters without much comic payoff. The film, directed by Prarthana Mohan, is an adaptation the Australian movie Five Blind Dates, produced and distributed by Amazon just last year. The screenwriter Nikita Lalwani transposes the hijinks of a fortuitous/constraining palm reading to Hackney, filmed as if for an Instagram reel (in fact, virality serves as an unsurprising deus ex machina here), in which the 29-year-old photographer Pia (Ashley) runs a portraiture studio that doubles as her spacious (to my Brooklyn eyes) apartment. Picture This admirably sketches out the city life of an independent, ambitious young woman that is neither pitiful nor fully figured out – a solid best friend partnership with Jay (Luke Fetherston, giving lead energy to a supporting performance), a creative career and a fledgling business that takes precedence over any romantic life, not that she's complaining. But money is tight, the bills are literally mounting and on the occasion of her younger sister Sonal's (Anoushka Chadha) month-long Indian wedding in the suburbs, her mother (Sindhu Vee) reveals a stash of family heirloom jewelry. The catch? She must get married to access it. The extra catch? She must go on five dates, as dictated by a hammy spiritual guide hired by her mother, in order to meet her soulmate. Ever a skeptic (same), Pia agrees to the deal to appease several forces in her life – including Jay, who would like to get paid for his work in the photo shop – but mostly to keep up appearances in front of the best man, who happens to be her high school ex Charlie (Tiffin). The dates are, as mandated by plot, disastrous, ranging from an icky nepo baby, to an auntie set-up with mommy issues, to Phil Dunster's wellness guru who insists on strumming a rotation of Jason Mraz songs. Ashley, who could light sparks even out of the fluff of Bridgerton, breezes through a series of cringey encounters, and finds some naturalism and sharp stubbornness in a character many others would play more bumbling, or desperate, or shrill. But even she cannot rise above material that flounders between family drama romance, farce and commentary on meddling elders. In one scene, Pia evinces a much-ballyhooed past independent, rebellious streak, as she remembers a makeshift way to light a joint with a battery from her uni days, only to catch her hair on fire, cut scene. Such is the jolted rhythm and confused tone of this movie. Unfortunately, much of this is rendered in the distinctive glare of the streaming economy – ironic, given that this is a movie about a talented photographer with a supposedly keen sense of lighting – with an over-reliance on unnecessary split-screens that serve to distract rather than enhance. Ashley and Fetherston do their best to give some texture, some lived-in quality, to this movie that otherwise looks exactly like what it is. That doesn't mean it's not enjoyable, at points – Pia and Charlie's too-limited one-on-one moments have the requisite chemistry, and Ashley often flashes the vividness and on-screen vitality of a classic rom-com star. But like many an app date, it's neither offensive nor memorable – a drop in the bucket, one in an algorithmic sea of many. Picture This is available now on Amazon Prime Video
