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Time of India
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Everything we know about Honkai Star Rail 3.3 new update
Image via: HoYoverse Honkai: Star Rail by HoYoverse continues adding to the game's expansive universe in Version 3.3, dubbed " The Fall at Dawn's Rise ." The update set to put a smile on every gamer's face will open its gates on May 21 with the heavy lifting storyline, two very buzzy five-star characters, and much system upgrades. Let's have a look at these changes and why they matter. Final chapter of the flame chase journey Version 3.3 plays host to the final chapter of the Flame-Chase Journey, drawing players in the thick of the tumultuous conflict amid the Trailblazers and the enigmatic Chyrsos Heirs. Operation Sindoor 'Common sense prevailed': Trump on India-Pak ceasefire on Truth Social 'Pakistan initiated call; both nations agreed to stop military action after direct talks', says India Ceasefire took effect at 5pm; top India, Pak military officials to talk again on May 12 This arc brings forth edge-of-the-seat drama between some soul-touching battles, setting the foundation for what will probably be a major alteration in the grandiose lore of the game. EVERYTHING WE KNOW ABOUT 3.3: Banners, Gacha System Changes, Rewards - Honkai: Star Rail Meet the new five-star heroes: Hyacine and Cipher Two new five-star characters have been added to the roster, each potentially having unique mechanics capable of reshaping modern team compositions. Hyacine is a Wind-type character that adheres to the Path of Remembrance and provides support and sustain. Her summoned companion, Little Ica, heals while dealing damage. Hyacine's ability to increase max HP and restore large amounts of health makes her a strong contender against healers like Luocha or Gallagher, especially in teams built around HP-scaling characters. Cipher, though, belongs to the Path of Nihility and wields the Quantum element. She excels in long engagements, marking her target with the most HP. Cipher would play in torturing a target through accumulating damage and finally unleashing a devastating ultimate based on what the target has so far. Everything You Need To Know About HSR 3.3 Update Changes to the universe One of the major system overhauls arrives with the great expansion to the Divergent Universe mode . It puts in place new rules, challenges, and rewards to breathe life into this roguelike-inspired content. The update is expected to enhance playability and give players new reasons to experiment with team builds. NEW UPDATE! RERUN CHARACTER BANNER ROADMAP FOR 3.3-3.6 | Sunday, Tribbie, Herta - Honkai Star Rail This is not just a patch, but Honkai: Star Rail version 3.3 ticketing towards what promises to turn out to be a major evolution in the game: narrative advancement, original characters, and increased depth in endgame content. This is definitely something that will excite newcomers as well as veterans of the game. With Hyacine and Cipher bringing a new approach to meta strategies, and the Divergent Universe requiring more tactical play, this May, there is so much to look forward to.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
USC Shocks Rising 2027 Talent With Sudden Offer
The USC Trojans are getting the ball rolling on pursuing 2027 football talent. But they shocked one incoming junior with a sudden offer. USC had coaches present for the Sierra Canyon High College showcase featuring Newbury Park High Tuesday. Class of '27 running back Jaxsen Stokes told 247Sports' Jarrett Perez he received a USC offer -- which he admitted shocked him. The RB revealed why the opportunity stunned him. Advertisement "I didn't think USC would come this fast because they kind of just started recruiting me," Stokes revealed. Yet, USC started to connect with Jones a month prior to his official offer. USC helmets before the 2023 Cotton Bowl. © Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports "Coach [Anthony] Jones came out to practice, and I've been talking to him for like a month now, and he got in contact with my coach to start that relationship first. Then he called me the week before and asked for my practice schedule, and he would try to come out one of those days," Stokes shared. Then Stokes and Jones began to build a rapport with one another. That included connecting with USC via FaceTime. "It was great to meet him and see him at practice. After practice when I was actually on the phone with my mom and dad, he told me to FaceTime them, and that was actually when I was offered. It was just amazing hearing that, and it was an awesome experience," Stokes said. "Growing up, I've always been a fan of USC." Advertisement The Trailblazers star adds Jones "likes my speed and vision." Stokes scored nine touchdowns and averaged 9.7 yards per game last season, per MaxPreps. Stokes also averaged more than nine yards a catch as a receiver. He compiled 1,084 total yards from scrimmage. Stokes believes Jones is already winning him over. Sierra Canyon already has a past Trailblazers star on board for the top-ranked 2026 class. Madden Riordan is verbally committed as a cornerback. USC still faces challengers in attempting to land Stokes. He's reeled in offers from Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Oregon, Penn State and rival UCLA. Related: USC Moves Swiftly to Replace Popular Strength Coach
CTV News
06-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
New book remembers Wanda Robson
Atlantic Watch Wanda Robson is remembered in a new book that highlights her life and efforts to tell her trailblazing sister's story.
Straits Times
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
Pickleball player Ryan Ng, 21, aims to make the most of Trailblazers programme in US
Pickleball player Ryan Ng, 21, aims to make the most of Trailblazers programme in US SINGAPORE – Ryan Ng never thought that he would have a chance to turn professional in any sport despite having played tennis since he was six-years-old. But the Singaporean, who switched to pickleball during the Covid-19 pandemic three years ago, now has the opportunity to make his wish come true after he was selected in the inaugural batch for the United Pickleball Association (UPA) Asia Trailblazers Programme. The 21-year-old, who will complete his national service on May 3, is set to join up two days later with 11 other Asian players – from China, Taiwan, Macau, Vietnam, South Korea, Malaysia and Japan – for a three-month all-expense paid stint in Arizona. The group, chosen from over 100 applicants from 13 territories across Asia, will be exposed to intensive training, mentorship from professionals and coaches and compete in PPA (Professional Pickleball Association) Tour and MLP (Major League Pickleball) events as part of the move to position pickleball as a leading sport across the region. At the end of the programme, successful players will be awarded two-year UPA Asia professional contracts and get to play in the PPA and MLP Asia stops, with the first in early July. Aiming to 'embrace the pressure, improve and stay hungry', Ng said: 'I never really thought about going pro in pickleball but it is definitely a dream come true. 'And I'm excited to play pickleball at that high level. It definitely also means committing to the sport in every way and hopefully, it's just the start of something bigger.' While his selection came as a surprise as he was 'just trying my luck' when he applied for the programme, he was grateful for the opportunity. 'It's a great honour to be the only Singaporean selected for the programme. And to me, it is a source of pride to represent my country on the international level. 'But I think it also comes with a sense of responsibility. When I'm there in the US playing and competing, I'm not just playing for myself, but also for my country,' said the 2025 Singapore Pickleball Open mixed doubles champion and men's singles bronze medallist. 'Pickleball is my new-found love and I will make the most out of this programme and strive to be the best that I can.' His first assignment will be the Atlanta Slam from May 12-18, which is the highest tier event on the PPA (USA) calendar and will feature top pros such as men's world No. 1 Federico Staksrud and women's top-ranked Anna Leigh Waters. Due to his NS commitments, Ng said that he could only train two or three times a week, but will have to up his level soon. 'Right out the gate, I am already going to be playing the Atlanta Slam and I think I just have to take it one step at a time and while I'm there I have to focus on sharpening my game,' added Ng, who is Singapore's fifth-ranked men's player. 'Consistency has kind of been an issue because I haven't been able to play as much as I would like and when I'm there, I'm definitely going to be playing a lot, like six days a week.' Having played tennis for his school, Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road), at the National School Games besides dabbling in other racket sports, Ng was introduced to pickleball by his father during the pandemic, when they faced difficulties booking public and private tennis courts. Since then, he has got hooked as he honed his skills learnt from videos on the internet. On which player he models his game after, Ng said: 'I tend to be called a 'banger' in pickleball... someone who hits hard, so maybe (tennis legends) Andy Roddick or Pete Sampras, they hit quite hard.' Once seen as a geriatric sport, the pickleball craze has not only swept across the US, becoming the fastest-growing sport in the country for the fourth consecutive year, but it also gained popularity in Singapore over the last few years, with about 5,000 active players here. Ex-tennis players Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf are among those who have picked up the bats, with the former making his professional debut at the US Open Pickleball Championships in April. Ng said: 'It's great, you know, (pickleball) kind of gives them a second life. Just because you retired in another sport, it doesn't mean that you can't play another sport. 'Even for myself, I stopped and kind of gave up tennis and transitioned to pickleball. So I think there's nothing wrong with it. In fact, it's a good move and I think if you enjoy the sport, why not go all the way.' Melvyn Teoh is a sports journalist at The Straits Times. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SupplySide's Amanda White Named One of Trade Show Executive Trailblazers for 2025
Trade Show Executive's Trailblazers celebrates the event industry's up-and-coming innovators, problem solvers and collaborators. PHOENIX, AZ / / April 30, 2025 / Informa Markets Health & Nutrition portfolio is proud to announce Amanda White, conference content director for SupplySide, is a part of Trade Show Executive's Trailblazers Class of 2025, an exceptional group of up-and-coming leaders selected based on excellence in show management, innovation, problem solving and achievements from the last year. As conference content director for the SupplySide portfolio, Amanda has made significant strides in creating replicable processes for the entire content team, implementing new technology and systems that have strengthened SupplySide's conference programming. "It is an honor to receive this recognition from TSE for my work to elevate SupplySide's content offerings," remarks Amanda White, conference content director, SupplySide. "Our commitment goes beyond crafting education sessions; we strive to deliver transformative experiences that foster meaningful industry connections and drive business growth. Each year presents an exciting opportunity to pioneer new formats and deliver content that resonates with our community. This award reflects the dedication of the entire team in pushing boundaries and setting new standards in conference programming." Over the last year, Amanda was instrumental in implementing several technology tools to streamline and enhance the conference content process, from ideation, to content creation, contract delivery and audience engagement. Additionally, Amanda spearheaded the development of new types of content sessions at SupplySide West 2024, engaging attendees in new ways through professional development workshops, show floor tours and networking opportunities. The culmination of Amanda's efforts has resulted in a 65% year-over-year increase in the number of attendees present at SupplySide content sessions. The Trailblazers are being honored at TSE's Fastest 50 Awards & Summit, taking place April 30-May 2 in Orlando, enjoying exclusive high-level networking opportunities and actionable education insights. Additionally, the Trailblazers will be featured in an upcoming edition of Trade Show Executive Magazine. To stay up to date on the latest developments for the upcoming edition of SupplySide Global, taking place October 27-30, 2025, at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, visit About SupplySide Informa Markets' SupplySide portfolio, a subsidiary of Informa plc (LON:INF), is the leading B2B event producer, publisher and digital media business for the world's dietary supplement, food and beverage, pet health and personal care industries. Our events, SupplySide Global and SupplySide Connect New Jersey and multi-time FOLIO's: Eddie winning and nominated publications SupplySide Supplement Journal and SupplySide Food & Beverage Journal bring together thousands of suppliers and buyers globally to explore and learn about the latest products, services, research, regulatory changes and more in the health and nutrition industry for nearly 3 decades. The SupplySide portfolio is organized by Informa, the world's leading exhibition organizer that brings a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit Engage with and follow the latest updates on X, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. Media ContactSupplySide PRSupplySidePR@ SOURCE: SupplySide View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
