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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lee Enterprises Hosts Live Drawing Series with VeeFriends and Award-Winning Editorial Cartoonists May 20 and May 22
DAVENPORT, Iowa, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: LEE), a leading provider of trusted local news, today announced the company is hosting a 'Draw Off' event series that will pair The Wisconsin State Journal's editorial cartoonist Phil Hands and The Buffalo News' Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Adam Zyglis with D.J. Coffman, Director of Comics at VeeFriends, the character universe and entertainment company created by serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk. The events will stream live on Facebook from the Wisconsin State Journal on May 20 and the Buffalo News on May 22. "I'm excited to share my drawing process with State Journal readers and introduce the art of political cartooning to the VeeFriends fans. I can't wait to see how my creative process compares to D.J.'s." said Hands. Zyglis added, 'We may be cartoonists of different stripes, but we both utilize the power of visual storytelling.' During each hour-long session, viewers will enjoy an enriching immersive experience of creativity in action. They can also comment and vote during the events as the cartoonists sketch brand-new work in real time. Completed sketches will be posted for free download, and fans can suggest future 'Draw Off' themes. 'These events offer a unique opportunity to blend our newsroom voices with a broader digital audience through creativity and shared storytelling, and live drawing is an irresistible way to do both,' said Nathan Bekke, Lee's Senior Vice President of Operations and Audience Strategy. 'The spontaneity of sketching live and seeing readers react instantly embodies everything we love about storytelling,' said Coffman. 'I am excited to go live with Phil and Adam, who are legends in the industry. We're blending the energy of VeeFriends with the legacy of editorial cartooning, and I think people are going to have a lot of fun watching it all unfold.' Event details: Facebook Live Cartoon Drawing with The Wisconsin State Journal's cartoonist Phil Hands and VeeFriends' D.J. Coffman Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Time: 5 to 6 p.m. EDT/4 to 5 p.m. CDT Where: Wisconsin State Journal Facebook Page Facebook Live Cartoon Drawing with The Buffalo News' cartoonist Adam Zyglis and VeeFriends' D.J. Coffman Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Time: 5 to 6 p.m. EDT/4 to 5 p.m. CDT Where: The Buffalo News Facebook Page About Lee Enterprises Lee Enterprises Inc. is a trusted local news provider serving 72 markets in 25 states. With a dedication to quality journalism and digital innovation, Lee delivers valuable content and advertising solutions to its communities and partners. For more information, visit Contact: IR@ (563) 383-2100 About VeeFriends VeeFriends is an entertainment company dedicated to creating a better world through its universe of more than 250 characters. VeeFriends combines storytelling, content, collectibles, and community-driven experiences to ignite self-discovery. Each VeeFriends character connects differently with people, reflecting their likes, passions, memories, and aspirations. This unique and individual connection is the magic of VeeFriends and its characters. By sharing the values and messages of its characters, VeeFriends inspires deeper bonds, spreads joy, and empowers individuals to be their best selves. For more information, visit and follow VeeFriends on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. Contact: Rachel Gunia, rachel@ About Gary Vaynerchuk Gary Vaynerchuk is a serial entrepreneur and serves as the Chair of VaynerX, the CEO of VaynerMedia, and the Creator and CEO of VeeFriends. Gary is considered one of the leading global minds on what's next in culture, relevance, and the internet. Known as 'GaryVee,' he is described as one of the most forward thinkers in business. He is a New York Times bestselling author, a sought-after public speaker, and a prolific investor in companies like Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Venmo, Snapchat, Coinbase, and Uber. Gary serves on the board of MikMak, Bojangles Restaurants, Global Citizen Forum, and Pencils of Promise. He is also a longtime Well Member of charity: water. Contact: Maha Abouelenein, maha@ CONTACT: Lee Enterprises 563-383-2100 IR@
eNCA
18-05-2025
- General
- eNCA
Brooklyn Bridge ship crash kills two people: NYC mayor
Two people died and 19 others were injured after a Mexican Navy training ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said Sunday. The ship snapped all three of its masts as it collided with the New York City landmark late Saturday, while onlookers enjoying the balmy spring evening watched in horror. "At this time, of the 277 on board, 19 sustained injuries, 2 of which remain in critical condition, and 2 more have sadly passed away from their injuries," Adams posted on X. Footage shared online showed the Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc, its sails furled and festive lights draped in its rigging, as it tried to pass beneath the bridge, which sheared off the masts and sent them crashing into the East River. Hundreds of cheering spectators had gathered minutes earlier to bid farewell to the ship, which had been docked at a pier in southern Manhattan since Tuesday. AFP | ANGELA WEISS The Mexican Navy said in a statement that two crew members died in the crash, with a further 22 injured -- half of them critically. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum wrote on X that she was "deeply saddened" by the two crew members' deaths. The ship lost power at around 8:20 pm while the captain was maneuvering the vessel, forcing it to head for the bridge abutment on the Brooklyn side, New York police chief of special operations Wilson Aramboles told a press conference. Several sailors at the top of the ship were injured when it crashed into the bridge, Aramboles said. It is not clear if these sailors are among the dead. There was "panic on the ship," Brooklyn resident Nick Corso, 23, who was standing near the water, told AFP. He had been poised to take a photo, but when he realized what was happening he switched to video. "Lots of screaming, some sailors hanging from the masts, looked like panic happening on the ship," he said. "I didn't see anyone fall into the water but lots of people up top. People ran back and were screaming!" Corso, who does marketing for the entertainment company VeeFriends, said. "The one thing that stood out to me was the panic on the ship, and there was a guy at the back waving for people to move away from the walkway we were on," he said. - Bridge reopens - The Mexican Navy said in its statement that no one had fallen into the water, and that no rescue operation had been launched. The ship had been departing New York at the time and flags also fluttered in the rigging, while an enormous Mexican flag waved off its stern. Seconds after the ship left the dock, "suddenly we saw all the lights, how they collided, hit the bridge, and they (the sailors) all fell down," Arturo Acatitla, a 37-year-old New York resident, told AFP. "While inspections will remain ongoing, there are no signs of structural damage to the Brooklyn Bridge," the New York transport department posted on X. The bridge which leads from Brooklyn into Manhattan was closed for some 40 minutes before reopening. Victims were taken to hospital, Mexican ambassador Esteban Moctezuma Barragan told a news conference, and sirens could be heard near the scene. New York Police Department's Aramboles said the Cuauhtemoc, a barque built in 1982 which had a mast height of 48.2 meters, was sailing to Iceland when it crashed. "With mariachi, folk ballet and a community full of emotion, we celebrated its arrival at Pier 17 in Manhattan," the embassy post said. The Cuauhtemoc was damaged in the "mishap," the Mexican Navy confirmed in a statement on X. AFP | ANGELA WEISS "The Ministry of the Navy reaffirms its commitment to the safety of its personnel, transparency in its operations and excellence in the training of future officers of the Mexican Navy," it said. The ship was later moved to near the Manhattan Bridge, an AFP journalist saw. The New York Police Department advised residents on X to avoid the area due to "heavy traffic" and "a large presence of emergency vehicles." The incident is the second deadly ship crash into a bridge in the United States in little over a year, after a vessel smashed into a bridge in Baltimore in March 2024, causing it to collapse and killing six road workers. By Cecilia Sanchez
Iraqi News
18-05-2025
- General
- Iraqi News
Brooklyn Bridge ship crash kills two people: NYC mayor
New York – Two people died and 19 others were injured after a Mexican Navy training ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said Sunday. The ship snapped all three of its masts as it collided with the New York City landmark late Saturday, while onlookers enjoying the balmy spring evening watched in horror. 'At this time, of the 277 on board, 19 sustained injuries, 2 of which remain in critical condition, and 2 more have sadly passed away from their injuries,' Adams posted on X. Footage shared online showed the Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc, its sails furled and festive lights draped in its rigging, as it tried to pass beneath the bridge, which sheared off the masts and sent them crashing into the East River. The Mexican Navy said in a statement that 22 people on board the ship were injured in the crash, three of them critically. The ship lost power while the captain was maneuvering the vessel, forcing it to head for the bridge abutment on the Brooklyn side, New York police chief of special operations Wilson Aramboles told a press conference. There was 'panic on the ship,' Brooklyn resident Nick Corso, 23, who was standing near the water, told AFP. He had been poised to take a photo, but when he realized what was happening he switched to video. 'Lots of screaming, some sailors hanging from the masts, looked like panic happening on the ship,' he said. 'I didn't see anyone fall into the water but lots of people up top. People ran back and were screaming!' Corso, who does marketing for the entertainment company VeeFriends, said. 'The one thing that stood out to me was the panic on the ship, and there was a guy at the back waving for people to move away from the walkway we were on,' he said. – Bridge reopens – The Mexican Navy said in its statement that no one had fallen into the water, and that no rescue operation had been launched. The ship had been departing New York at the time and flags also fluttered in the rigging, while an enormous Mexican flag waved off its stern. Seconds after the ship left the dock, 'suddenly we saw all the lights, how they collided, hit the bridge, and they (the sailors) all fell down,' Arturo Acatitla, a 37-year-old New York resident, told AFP. 'While inspections will remain ongoing, there are no signs of structural damage to the Brooklyn Bridge,' the New York transport department posted on X. The bridge which leads from Brooklyn into Manhattan was closed for some 40 minutes before reopening. Victims were taken to hospital, Mexican ambassador Esteban Moctezuma Barragan told a news conference, and sirens could be heard near the scene. New York Police Department's Aramboles said the Cuauhtemoc, a barque built in 1982 which had a mast height of 48.2 meters (158 feet), was sailing to Iceland when it crashed. It had arrived in New York just four days earlier, according to a post on the Mexican embassy's Facebook page. 'With mariachi, folk ballet and a community full of emotion, we celebrated its arrival at Pier 17 in Manhattan,' the embassy post said. The Cuauhtemoc was damaged in the 'mishap,' the Mexican Navy confirmed in a statement on X. 'The Ministry of the Navy reaffirms its commitment to the safety of its personnel, transparency in its operations and excellence in the training of future officers of the Mexican Navy,' it said. The ship was later moved to near the Manhattan Bridge, an AFP journalist saw.
Al-Ahram Weekly
18-05-2025
- General
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Brooklyn Bridge ship crash kills two people: NYC mayor - International
Two people died and 19 others were injured after a Mexican Navy training ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said Sunday. Related What we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse The ship snapped all three of its masts as it collided with the New York City landmark late Saturday, while onlookers enjoying the balmy spring evening watched in horror. "At this time, of the 277 on board, 19 sustained injuries, 2 of which remain in critical condition, and 2 more have sadly passed away from their injuries," Adams posted on X. Earlier tonight, the Mexican Navy tall ship Cuauhtémoc lost power and crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge. At this time, of the 277 on board, 19 sustained injuries, 2 of which remain in critical condition, and 2 more have sadly passed away from their injuries. — Mayor Eric Adams (@NYCMayor) May 18, 2025 Footage shared online showed the Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc, its sails furled and festive lights draped in its rigging, as it tried to pass beneath the bridge, which sheared off the masts and sent them crashing into the East River. Hundreds of cheering spectators had gathered minutes earlier to bid farewell to the ship, which had been docked at a pier in southern Manhattan since Tuesday. The Mexican Navy said in a statement that two crew members died in the crash, with a further 22 injured -- half of them critically. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum wrote on X that she was "deeply saddened" by the two crew members' deaths. The ship lost power at around 8:20 pm (0020 GMT Sunday) while the captain was maneuvering the vessel, forcing it to head for the bridge abutment on the Brooklyn side, New York police chief of special operations Wilson Aramboles told a press conference. Several sailors at the top of the ship were injured when it crashed into the bridge, Aramboles said. It is not clear if these sailors are among the dead. There was "panic on the ship," Brooklyn resident Nick Corso, 23, who was standing near the water, told AFP. He had been poised to take a photo, but when he realized what was happening he switched to video. "Lots of screaming, some sailors hanging from the masts, looked like panic happening on the ship," he said. "I didn't see anyone fall into the water but lots of people up top. People ran back and were screaming!" Corso, who does marketing for the entertainment company VeeFriends, said. "The one thing that stood out to me was the panic on the ship, and there was a guy at the back waving for people to move away from the walkway we were on," he said. Bridge reopens The Mexican Navy said in its statement that no one had fallen into the water, and that no rescue operation had been launched. The ship had been departing New York at the time and flags also fluttered in the rigging, while an enormous Mexican flag waved off its stern. Seconds after the ship left the dock, "suddenly we saw all the lights, how they collided, hit the bridge, and they (the sailors) all fell down," Arturo Acatitla, a 37-year-old New York resident, told AFP. "While inspections will remain ongoing, there are no signs of structural damage to the Brooklyn Bridge," the New York transport department posted on X. The bridge which leads from Brooklyn into Manhattan was closed for some 40 minutes before reopening. Victims were taken to hospital, Mexican ambassador Esteban Moctezuma Barragan told a news conference, and sirens could be heard near the scene. New York Police Department's Aramboles said the Cuauhtemoc, a barque built in 1982 which had a mast height of 48.2 meters (158 feet), was sailing to Iceland when it crashed. "With mariachi, folk ballet and a community full of emotion, we celebrated its arrival at Pier 17 in Manhattan," the embassy post said. The Cuauhtemoc was damaged in the "mishap," the Mexican Navy confirmed in a statement on X. "The Ministry of the Navy reaffirms its commitment to the safety of its personnel, transparency in its operations and excellence in the training of future officers of the Mexican Navy," it said. The ship was later moved to near the Manhattan Bridge, an AFP journalist saw. The New York Police Department advised residents on X to avoid the area due to "heavy traffic" and "a large presence of emergency vehicles." The incident is the second deadly ship crash into a bridge in the United States in little over a year, after a vessel smashed into a bridge in Baltimore in March 2024, causing it to collapse and killing six road workers. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Int'l Business Times
18-05-2025
- General
- Int'l Business Times
Brooklyn Bridge Ship Crash Kills Two People: NYC Mayor
Two people died and 19 others were injured after a Mexican Navy training ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said Sunday. The ship snapped all three of its masts as it collided with the New York City landmark late Saturday, while onlookers enjoying the balmy spring evening watched in horror. "At this time, of the 277 on board, 19 sustained injuries, 2 of which remain in critical condition, and 2 more have sadly passed away from their injuries," Adams posted on X. Footage shared online showed the Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc, its sails furled and festive lights draped in its rigging, as it tried to pass beneath the bridge, which sheared off the masts and sent them crashing into the East River. The Mexican Navy said in a statement that 22 people on board the ship were injured in the crash, three of them critically. The ship lost power while the captain was maneuvering the vessel, forcing it to head for the bridge abutment on the Brooklyn side, New York police chief of special operations Wilson Aramboles told a press conference. There was "panic on the ship," Brooklyn resident Nick Corso, 23, who was standing near the water, told AFP. He had been poised to take a photo, but when he realized what was happening he switched to video. "Lots of screaming, some sailors hanging from the masts, looked like panic happening on the ship," he said. "I didn't see anyone fall into the water but lots of people up top. People ran back and were screaming!" Corso, who does marketing for the entertainment company VeeFriends, said. "The one thing that stood out to me was the panic on the ship, and there was a guy at the back waving for people to move away from the walkway we were on," he said. The Mexican Navy said in its statement that no one had fallen into the water, and that no rescue operation had been launched. The ship had been departing New York at the time and flags also fluttered in the rigging, while an enormous Mexican flag waved off its stern. Seconds after the ship left the dock, "suddenly we saw all the lights, how they collided, hit the bridge, and they (the sailors) all fell down," Arturo Acatitla, a 37-year-old New York resident, told AFP. "While inspections will remain ongoing, there are no signs of structural damage to the Brooklyn Bridge," the New York transport department posted on X. The bridge which leads from Brooklyn into Manhattan was closed for some 40 minutes before reopening. Victims were taken to hospital, Mexican ambassador Esteban Moctezuma Barragan told a news conference, and sirens could be heard near the scene. New York Police Department's Aramboles said the Cuauhtemoc, a barque built in 1982 which had a mast height of 48.2 meters (158 feet), was sailing to Iceland when it crashed. It had arrived in New York just four days earlier, according to a post on the Mexican embassy's Facebook page. "With mariachi, folk ballet and a community full of emotion, we celebrated its arrival at Pier 17 in Manhattan," the embassy post said. The Cuauhtemoc was damaged in the "mishap," the Mexican Navy confirmed in a statement on X. "The Ministry of the Navy reaffirms its commitment to the safety of its personnel, transparency in its operations and excellence in the training of future officers of the Mexican Navy," it said. The ship was later moved to near the Manhattan Bridge, an AFP journalist saw. A still image from video taken by Nick Corso, a Brooklyn resident who witnessed the crash, shows the ship gliding backwards beneath the bridge AFP
