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Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Hudson River sewage-boat explosion kills one, critically injures another
One man died Saturday morning after an explosion on a boat carrying raw sewage that was docked on the Hudson River in New York City, authorities said. Another worker on the city-owned Hunts Point was hurt and taken to the hospital after the blast around 10:30 am, city Fire Department Deputy Assistant Chief David Simms said at a news conference. A third worker refused medical treatment. The cause of the explosion was under investigation. The men on the boat were doing work involving a flame or sparks when the explosion occurred, the US Coast Guard said on social media. Also Read | Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: Who's in it and how will they be honoured on Memorial Day? The boat takes raw sewage to be treated, Simms said. The explosion happened near the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant. First responders answering a 911 call found a 59-year-old man unconscious in the river, and he was declared dead at the scene, New York police said. His name has not been released, but the New York City Department of Environmental Protection said the man had worked for the agency for 33 years. DEP Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala described the man in a statement as "a valued and experienced member' of the agency. Also Read | What we know about the plane crash that killed 6, including alternative music executive Dave Shapiro The blast spread raw sewage over the deck of the boat, and firefighters and other first responders had to be decontaminated, Simms said. DEP said there did not appear to be any environmental impacts following the explosion.
CNN
08-05-2025
- Politics
- CNN
UK's King Charles lays wreath to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day
Britain's King Charles and heir to the throne Prince William laid wreaths in Westminster Abbey on Thursday at the culmination of the country's four days of commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. The thanksgiving service in the Abbey began with a two-minute silence, which was also observed across the country, to remember Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender, which took effect on May 8, 1945. Charles and William, military medals pinned on their chest and standing beside elderly veterans in wheelchairs, laid wreaths at the the Grave of the Unknown Warrior, in a show of respect for those who gave their lives in World War Two. The anniversary, which comes at a time of ongoing conflict in Europe with Russia's war in Ukraine, was also marked with events in France and Germany, while Moscow will hold a major military parade on Friday. Speaking at a defense conference in London on Thursday, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the day a celebration of defiance, sacrifice and courage. 'A victory not just for Britain but for good against the assembled forces of hatred, tyranny and evil,' he said. In Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke of the 'sacred' victory over Adolf Hitler, and said his country was standing against 'neo-Nazism,' a characterisation of the current conflict in Ukraine that is strongly rejected by Kyiv. Putin was holding talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is joining Russia's celebrations. French President Emmanuel Macron was due to lay a wreath at the statue of French wartime hero Charles de Gaulle in Paris and inspect a troop parade at the Arc de Triomphe. Dozens of World War Two-era vehicles will also parade down the Champs-Elysees avenue. In Berlin, President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will address the Bundestag, the lower house of Germany's parliament,during a special remembrance session. VE Day's 80th anniversary will be one of the last major celebrations with living veterans attending events, as most are now in their 90s or older. British veterans were among the congregation at Westminster Abbey in London. They will be greeted by Charles and his wife Queen Camilla after the service, before senior royals also lay flowers at a memorial nearby. Veterans also attended a grand military parade and flypast close to Buckingham Palace on Monday, one of a series of anniversary events, in what has been a busy few days for Charles. The monarch, 76, was last year diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer and is still undergoing treatment. Later on Thursday there will be a concert at Horse Guards Parade for 10,000 people. Charles and Camilla will be in the audience to hear music and the stories of veterans.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Devil's Plan Season 2: What is the prize money? See prize pool structure, release date, where to watch
Prize Pool Structure Continue to video 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by Live Events Current Prize Pool in Season 2 Season 1 Winner Release Date, Where to Watch FAQs The Devil's Plan has returned for a second season. Just like the first season, the competition tests strategy and teamwork. The prize pool begins at zero and increases through game missions. Contestants must meet special conditions in each challenge to grow the total winnings. The Devil's Plan Season 2 has a maximum prize of 500 million South Korean won. That is close to $359,000. The winner takes the full amount, but the prize pool starts from game contains a prize mission. This is a separate goal hidden inside the main challenge. Completing this objective adds a fixed amount to the the opening game, Crooked Cops, 100 million won was available. To earn the full amount, contestants had to complete the game in 10 rounds. They managed to finish in 11 rounds. So, 20 million won was deducted, and they added 80 million won to the far, players have finished two games in Part 1 of the season. They added 80 million won, which equals around $57,530. The possible total at this point was 200 million the second game, titled Unknown, 100 million won would only be added if a player was eliminated. Since no one was eliminated, the prize amount stayed the same. The total remains 80 million won for Season 1, actor Ha Seok-jin won the competition. He received 250 million won, worth about $179,700. He said he did not win alone. On his YouTube channel, he explained that the whole team helped make the gave custom gold coins to the cast and crew. He said he wants to use the money in a way that supports both himself and others. He spoke about finding a balance between spending and investing. He wants a stable and comfortable life, not one focused on 1 of The Devil's Plan Season 2 is currently available on Netflix . Part 2 is scheduled for release on May have earned 80 million won, which is about $57,530, after completing two main games in Part Ha Seok-jin won. He shared gold coins with the team and plans to use the rest for meaningful and balanced purposes.
Daily Record
29-04-2025
- Daily Record
'Hidden Stirling' uncovered in new book by city archaeologist
Archaeologist, author and Observer columnist Dr Murray Cook's latest book is set to reveal some of Stirling's hidden gems. 'Hidden Stirling: Outlawed, Unknown, Locked, Destroyed, Overlooked and Secret Gems from Scotland's Smallest City' is being released on Wednesday April 30 by local publishers Extremis. In the book, Murray unveils some lesser-known historical gems of this ancient Scottish city and its surrounding areas, offering readers a fresh perspective on its rich past. An Extremis spokesperson said: 'Explore the mysteries of some of Stirling's most celebrated buildings, from the Castle and Tolbooth to the Municipal Buildings and Golden Lion Hotel. 'Then discover the secrets of the surrounding area, where prehistoric fortifications whisper tales of ancient communities. 'Uncover the significance of the grand Church of the Holy Rude, the only surviving church in the United Kingdom apart from Westminster Abbey to have hosted a royal coronation, and unravel the enigmas of the Old Town Cemetery - a graveyard of European significance. ''Hidden Stirling' encourages you to journey beyond the familiar, revealing the city's untold tales and inviting you to see Stirling in a brand new light.' Dr Murray Cook is Stirling Council's archaeologist and has undertaken numerous excavations across the region and published over 40 books and articles. He won a Stirling's Provost Award in 2018 for his work for the council, where he has helped raise over £300,000 to be spent on community archaeology and research. He has appeared on several TV programmes and runs Stirling Archaeology, a Facebook page dedicated to Stirling's heritage. In March this year he was named the winner of the Outstanding Contribution to the City Award at the Stirling Business Awards. He is an Honorary Research Fellow at Stirling University, a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, runs an occasional course as an associate lecturer at Forth Valley College in Stirling and also co-runs regular training digs open to all under the name Rampart Scotland. He runs a series of free walks, lectures and digs through the year to allow people to explore their past. Extremis Publishing Ltd, a leading independent non-fiction publisher based in Stirling, was recently named Non-Fiction Book Publisher of the Year for Scotland at the Business Excellence Awards 2025. The annual Business Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding achievement across the UK business landscape, recognising organisations that demonstrate innovation, impact, and a commitment to excellence in their respective industries. Since its establishment in 2015, Extremis Publishing has built a reputation for producing non-fiction titles spanning a wide range of subjects including Scottish culture, history, the arts, and popular media, championing voices that offer fresh perspectives and insightful storytelling. This includes their 'Writing for Publication' lecture series which takes place at Forth Valley College. Extremis Publishing's co-directors, Dr Tom Christie and Julie Christie, said: 'We are incredibly honoured to receive this award, especially during our tenth anniversary year. It's a testament to the hard work and passion of everyone involved in our publishing journey, from our talented authors to our dedicated readers. 'We remain committed to producing books that educate, inspire, and reflect the richness of non-fiction storytelling in Scotland and beyond.' 'Hidden Stirling' is available for pre-order from independent bookstores and online retailers, with a release date of Wednesday April 30. For more information about the book, including participating online retailers, visit: Click here for more news and sport from the Stirling area.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix announces Willy Wonka-inspired reality show where contestants must 'thrive in chaos'
Did you watch Charlie and the Chocolate Factory as a child and think, 'Oh, I would've totally breezed past all those bratty kids and won a lifetime supply of chocolate easily?' Well, now you have the chance to prove it. Netflix has announced that they are in the process of casting for The Golden Ticket, a reality survival competition that will see its candy-loving contestants use their less-than-pure imagination to fight for a chance to enter Wonka's legendary chocolate factory. However, what's waiting for them inside the candy kingdom might not be such a sweet treat. 'We are thrilled to bring the magic of The Chocolate Factory to life like never before,' Jeff Gaspin, Vice President of Unscripted at Netflix said in a press release. 'This one-of-a-kind reality competition blends adventure, strategy, and social dynamics, creating an experience that is as captivating as it is unpredictable. For the first time, a lucky few won't just have to imagine the experience — they'll get to step inside the factory and live it.' Related: Yes, there's already a Willy Wonka Glasgow experience parody — and John Stamos stars in the music video The series, which is described as a 'high-stakes social experiment,' is based on Roald Dahl's titular 1964 novel will challenge participants to 'adapt, strategize, and withstand the unknown' in order to win themselves an unspecified prize. The premise feels like a spiritual successor to that strange, slightly terrifying Willy Wonka-themed experience that took place in Glasgow last year, which even featured a random character named the Unknown. Along the way, its participants will face a collection of both physical and mental games that are set to challenge their 'instincts, resilience, and ability to thrive in chaos.' Losers, we assume, will be thrown into a chocolate river or turned into human blueberries. While a host for the series has not been announced just yet, we've got our fingers crossed that either a member of the Wonka cast (Timothée Chalamet? Hugh Grant?) or one of the Glasgow experience actors will step in to lead the scrumdiddlyumptious social experiment. Related: Freddie Highmore serves 'yummy methamphetamine' in spoof of infamous Willy Wonka fan experience How is all of this happening? Well, Netflix secured the rights to all of Dahl's IP when they acquired the Roald Dahl Story Company in 2021. In the years since, the company has teamed up with Wes Anderson to release his 2023 short film anthology, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More. Chocolate connoisseurs eager to prove themselves can apply for the series here, with the show's filming location and premiere set to be announced at a later date. For now, watch the trailer above. Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly
