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Enzo Staiola, Child Star Of Iconic Film Bicycle Thieves, Passes Away At 85
Enzo Staiola, best known for playing Bruno in Bicycle Thieves, has died at 85. The child actor-turned-teacher never pursued stardom again. Enzo Staiola, who gained international acclaim as a child for his poignant role in Vittorio De Sica's 1948 Italian classic Bicycle Thieves, has died at the age of 85. Italian newspaper La Repubblica confirmed the news, though the cause of death has not been revealed. Staiola, just nine years old at the time of the film, portrayed Bruno Ricci – the son of an impoverished man whose livelihood depends on a bicycle that gets stolen. His performance in the neorealist masterpiece remains one of cinema's most affecting portrayals of childhood innocence and quiet resilience. The film's plot follows Antonio Ricci, played by non-professional actor Lamberto Maggiorani, as he searches the streets of post-war Rome for his stolen bicycle — a lifeline he desperately needs to support his family. At his side is Bruno, his watchful and tender-hearted son, whose expressive eyes silently reflect the emotional toll of their desperate journey. The heartbreak reaches its peak when Antonio, in a moment of hopelessness, attempts to steal a bicycle himself and is caught — all while Bruno watches. The film's final moment, with father and son walking away hand-in-hand through a crowd, is etched in cinematic history. Staiola was born in Rome on November 15, 1939. In a 2023 interview with La Repubblica, he recalled the serendipitous encounter that led to his casting. Director Vittorio De Sica spotted him walking home from school and followed him to his house. 'He sat at the table in our house and tried to convince [my parents] to let me act in his new film. But they didn't want to," Staiola recalled. Eventually, his uncle brought him to De Sica's studio, and he landed the role without auditioning. Despite Bicycle Thieves winning the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film and catapulting him to fame, Staiola never worked with De Sica again. He starred in a handful of other films during the 1950s, including Hearts Without Borders, Vulcano, Guilt Is Not Mine, and A Tale of Five Women. He also had a small role in the 1954 Hollywood film The Barefoot Contessa, alongside Humphrey Bogart and Ava Gardner, and made a brief appearance in The Girl in the Yellow Pyjamas (1977). However, Staiola eventually left acting behind, choosing a quieter life. He became a mathematics teacher and later worked as a land registry clerk. Reflecting on his brush with stardom, he admitted it wasn't all glamour: 'As a kid I could never play with my friends because if I made a mark on my face I couldn't make movies anymore. Then it was also a bit boring, the times of cinema are very long." Though he stepped away from the spotlight, Enzo Staiola's performance in Bicycle Thieves remains a timeless piece of cinema, and his portrayal of Bruno continues to move audiences generations later. Location : Rome, Italy First Published: June 07, 2025, 00:54 IST
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Precision-Guided Munition Market worth $49.71 billion by 2030 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The precision-guided munitions market is estimated to be USD 37.24 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 49.71 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.9% according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets™. Precision-guided munitions represent a rapidly evolving domain within the defense sector, characterized by the integration of advanced targeting technologies, autonomous guidance systems, and modular warhead configurations. PGMs enable defense forces to transition from conventional volume fire tactics to high-precision, low-collateral, and scalable strike capabilities across land, air, and sea platforms. Download PDF Brochure: Browse in-depth TOC on "Precision-Guided Munition Market" 200 – Tables100 – Figures230 – Pages Precision-Guided Munition Market Report Scope: Report Coverage Details Market Revenue in 2025 $ 37.24 billion Estimated Value by 2030 $ 49.71 billion Growth Rate Poised to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% Market Size Available for 2020–2030 Forecast Period 2025–2030 Forecast Units Value (USD Million/Billion) Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends Segments Covered By Product, System, Launch Platform, Speed, Mode of Operation, Region Geographies Covered North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of World Key Market Challenge Storage and lifecycle challenges Key Market Opportunities Miniaturization of precision-guided munitions Key Market Drivers Rising military modernization programs This shift is supported by the growing need to improve operational efficiency, enhance strike effectiveness, and minimize the broader tactical and political risks associated with conventional bombardment strategies. PGMs are widely adopted across platforms ranging from unmanned aerial systems and fighter aircraft to mobile artillery and naval launchers. Based on guided ammunition, the guided artillery shells segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Guided artillery rounds are a rapidly developing niche within the precision-guided munitions (PGM) market, offering revolutionary ground-based fires. They match the range and destructive power of traditional artillery with the precision of sophisticated guidance systems, providing first-round effects and significantly minimizing ammunition consumption, mission time, and collateral damage. Artillery has in the past been employed for area suppression or volume fire missions. Guided artillery rounds, however, offer precision targeting of high-value targets like command posts, mobile air defenses, and dug-in positions, without needing multiple adjustments or salvos. GPS/INS, laser, or terminal homing sensors direct these rounds to maintain high accuracies at extended ranges, even in dynamic or contested environments. The M982 Excalibur, Vulcano, and Krasnopol systems are in the process of being deployed or are in a mature development stage with backward compatibility to current 155 mm and 152 mm howitzers. Backward compatibility allows for swift increases in firepower without platform replacement, which is an attractive modernization option. Programmable shells are especially useful in GPS-denied areas or in urban combat, where accuracy is crucial and traditional rounds are too dangerous. In addition, the combination of programmable fuzes, target data links, and AI-assisted targeting is increasing the tactical utility of these rounds across a range of mission profiles. Based on product, the loitering munitions segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Loitering munitions are becoming one of the most rapidly growing and disruptive segments in the precision-guided munitions market because of their singular capability to integrate real-time reconnaissance, target recognition, and strike within a single, lightweight system. These munitions, commonly referred to as "kamikaze drones," are engineered to loiter or patrol over a target zone for hours, or even days, waiting for high-value or time-critical targets to materialize before striking with precision. Their two-fisted capability of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), followed by a rapid strike, gives loitering munitions an operational and tactical advantage over their conventional PGM counterparts, which involve pre-plotted target coordinates. They are highly useful in liquid, decentralized, or asymmetric theaters, where the battlefield is liquid and threats are mobile. Inquiry Before Buying: Based on region, North America is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period. North America will hold the highest percentage in the global precision-guided munitions industry because of its unparalleled defense manufacturing base, consistent military spending, and strategic focus on advanced cutting-edge precision strike technology. Historically, the focus has been on precision rather than merely on numbers when it comes to military policy. As a result, precision-guided munitions have become a cornerstone of force presentation strategy across all militarily significant domains: land, air, sea, and space. The United States Department of Defense alone is the largest purchaser and producer in the PGM market, sustaining a healthy pipeline of programs in tactical missiles, smart bombs, loitering systems, and extended-range fires. Flagship programs like JDAM, GMLRS, StormBreaker, JAGM, and PrSM are not only used nationally but also exported abroad, supporting the North American dominance in world standards and interoperability. North America is also blessed with the presence of top defense contractors like Lockheed Martin, RTX, Boeing, and Northrop Grumman, who have advanced expertise in areas such as guidance systems, propulsion, modular munitions, and AI-targeting. These kinds of organizations are constantly breaking the boundaries of innovation and developing long-term partnerships with defense agencies to implement future PGMs rapidly, with testing and development. Key Players Northrop Grumman (US), RTX (US), General Dynamics Corporation (US), BAE Systems (UK), Lockheed Martin Corporation (US), MBDA (France), Israel Aerospace Industries (Israel), QinetiQ (UK), Boeing (US), and Aselsan AS (Turkey), are some of the leading companies in the precision-guided munitions companies. 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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Impractical Jokers' Sal Vulcano on touring, 50 Cent and Shreveport's own Rubba Boot
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – For the first time ever, Sal Vulcano is bringing his stand-up tour to Shreveport, and fans of Impractical Jokers, comedy specials, and chaotic pranks are ready. More KTAL NEWS NOW The 'Impractical Jokers' star will take the stage at The Strand Theatre on May 15, 2025, at 7 p.m., marking his first-ever comedy stop in Shreveport. But before he hits the mic, Vulcano sat down with KTAL News Now's Erykah Agers to talk touring, being a new father, Rubba Boot, and even 50 Cent. His Everything's Fine Tour 2025 will hit the historic Strand Theatre this Thursday, and it's a whole new hour of material. 'I've never been through there, so I really want to see what you guys bring to the table,' Vulcano said. 50 Cent takes number one spot with streaming channel success The show marks Vulcano's first time performing live in Shreveport, though fans have been watching him for over a decade on Impractical Jokers, which recently kicked off Season 12. 'This is all new stuff,' Vulcano said. 'I'm talking about my family for the first time, being married, having a daughter, stuff I never put on stage before.' In addition to TV, he's kept busy with his comedy special Terrified, now streaming on Max, and multiple podcast projects. He's also producing a new hidden-camera prank series called Foul Play, in collaboration with NBA star Anthony Davis. Between writing jokes in his laundry room and parenting a toddler, Vulcano says he's thrilled to finally visit Louisiana, and he already has Shreveport's own 50 Cent on his mind. 'I'm going to try to roam the streets and bump into 50 Cent for sure,' he joked. Known for his podcast hits Hey Babe and Taste Buds, Vulcano says he plans to return to both projects after the tour wraps, but for now, it's all about the stage, and Shreveport's first taste of his solo comedy. You can purchase tickets to see the show online at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Historic Bug Story: How fiery hell ants pierced their prey 113 million years ago
Image credits: Current Biology In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists in Brazil have discovered the world's oldest known ant fossil of a 113-million-year-old specimen of a fearsome predator known as a "hell ant." Unearthed from limestone in northeastern Brazil, this fossil dramatically reshapes our understanding of ant evolution, pushing back their known history by over 13 million years. Published in Current Biology, the study reveals that ants were already diverse and widespread during the time of dinosaurs. With scythe-like jaws used to impale prey, this ancient insect highlights how complex and specialised ants were, even in their earliest forms. What are hell ants Hell ants are an extinct subfamily of ants known scientifically as Haidomyrmecinae. They lived during the Cretaceous period, between 145 and 66 million years ago. What makes them especially fascinating is their unique jaw structure: instead of moving side to side like modern ants, their scythe-shaped jaws curved upward and were likely used to impale or pin down prey. This brutal hunting method gives them their dramatic nickname. These ants are among the most anatomically distinct ever discovered and are considered one of the most intriguing ant groups in evolutionary history. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo What does the 113-year-old hell ant fossil reveal The newly discovered fossil is a winged female ant, possibly a queen, and was found in limestone deposits from the Crato Formation in northeastern Brazil. It has been named Vulcanidris cratensis, combining 'Vulcano,' the name of the family who donated the rock, and 'idris,' a suffix commonly used in ant taxonomy meaning 'the provident one.' At 113 million years old, the fossil predates the previously oldest known ant specimens, found in amber in Myanmar and France, by approximately 13 million years. How scientists peek into the fiery preying technique of hell ants Lead researcher Anderson Lepeco and his team at the Museu de Zoologia da Universidade de Sao Paulo used a high-resolution 3D imaging technique called micro-computed tomography to examine the fossil trapped in limestone. This allowed scientists to study the insect's internal structures, particularly its jaws, in extraordinary detail. when a small insect came close, the hell ant would quickly snap its jaws shut in an upward motion, trapping the prey against its horn. This action would pierce or pin the prey in place, like a fork stabbing food against a plate. This style of attack was very different from modern ants, whose jaws usually move side to side. Hell ants ' upward-striking jaws gave them an evolutionary edge in ambushing and killing prey. 'When I started to look at it and compared it to fossils from Myanmar, I was just shocked,' said Lepeco. 'I was very, very excited. I was jumping through the lab.' The incredible world of ants Ants have fascinated scientists for decades, not only because of their ancient origins but also due to their incredible capabilities today. These tiny insects are among the most ecologically dominant animals on Earth, with an estimated population of nearly 20 quadrillion. Found on every continent except Antarctica, that's about 2.5 million ants for every human on the planet. They are known for their complex social organisation, advanced communication systems, and even medical skills. Some species can perform amputations to save wounded nestmates. Others can be trained to use their keen sense of smell to detect diseases such as cancer. Their sex lives and reproductive strategies also surprise researchers, making ants a truly remarkable group in the animal kingdom. Why this discovery matters The fossil offers the earliest undisputed evidence of ants in South America and pushes back the known presence of ants on the continent by over 60 million years. According to Corentin Jouault, an evolutionary biologist at the University of Oxford, this is a breakthrough in paleomyrmecology, the study of ancient ants. It also supports the theory that ants were already widespread during the time of Gondwana, the ancient supercontinent that included present-day South America, Africa, India, and other landmasses. What lies ahead Scientists now plan to expand their research by building a larger database of ancient ant fossils to better understand how ants evolved. This discovery also highlights the importance of museum collections, as the fossil was found in rocks that had been stored for years, unnoticed. As researchers continue to explore both field sites and forgotten drawers in collections, the fiery story of hell ants serves as a reminder that some of Earth's most historic secrets are still waiting to be uncovered.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sal Vulcano of ‘Impractical Jokers' coming to Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Comedian and television star Sal Vulcano is coming to Rochester this summer. Vulcano is best known as one of the members of the truTV series 'Impractical Jokers' but is also known for the series 'The Misery Index.' He is currently performing on his 'Everything's Fine Tour.' He will be bringing his tour to the Kodak Center on Thursday, August 21, 2025. The show will kick off at 7 p.m. Tickets for the show go on sale this Friday, March 27 at 10 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
