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Buzz Feed
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Julia Stiles Shares Julia Roberts' Advice On Set
Warning: Discussion of eating disorders. You know Julia Stiles. The 10 Things I Hate About You actor recently revealed that she once struggled with body image and how a co-star (with the same name) helped boost her confidence — Julia Roberts. On a May 20 episode of How to Fail with Elizabeth Day, Julia explained how the other Julia was a mother figure and inspiration on the set of their 2003 film Mona Lisa Smile. The actors starred in the Mike Newell drama alongside Kirsten Dunst, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Ginnifer Goodwin. Julia Robert played Katherine Ann Watson, an art history teacher at Wellesley College in the 1950s who helped intellectually liberate her young students' minds. Think Dead Poets Society meets Steel Magnolias. "She was an amazing example for us, and she was so maternal with all the young women on that set," Julia said. "She was coming from a lot of experience of being not just a woman, but also a woman where your appearance is focused on so heavily." "Julia said to us, 'You're going to look back on these photos of you in your 20s and be like, I was beautiful — why didn't I see that?' And she's totally right." This echoes what Julia said about the Pretty Woman star earlier this year. On a Jan. 13 episode of Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, she said, "She took care of all the girls on that set in a way she didn't really [have to]." "The movie hinged on her — she's a huge star; everything was riding on her performance in this movie," she added. "And yet she took the time to be really kind and generous to all the young women that were in it." In the How to Fail with Elizabeth Day podcast, Julia further explained how she struggled with "restrictive" eating in her 20s and early 30s as a Hollywood actor. "I'm not talking about an eating disorder — it was just restrictive, regimented, stressful. I always worried that it was going to be out of my control. Like, what if I gain weight?" she said. "I couldn't help but have a disordered relationship with it all." "There was stress around what your body looks like and trying to mold your body into a certain size," Julia continued. "As an actress, we go and promote on a red carpet, and we have to wear sample sizes from fashion designers. So it's always, 'Are we going to fit into the sample size?'" Now, as a mother of three children — Strummer, Arlo, and Henry — whom she shares with filmmaker Preston Cook, Julia acknowledged that negative perception was "a waste of fucking time" and everything that mattered "fell into place." "I've moved on," Julia said. "I've learned to be kinder in the way I think about my body and look at my body — to be kinder to myself but also trust your body ... I would be running on fumes, like, no sleep having just had a five-month-old baby. I didn't have time to think about, am I going to get back in shape to fit into those sample sizes?" Watch the podcast episode here: The National Eating Disorders Association helpline is 1-800-931-2237; for 24/7 crisis support, text 'NEDA' to 741741.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Rochester Prep celebrates college acceptances, $3.2M in scholarships
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — As graduation for high school students in Rochester quickly approaches, Rochester Prep celebrated its seniors and their college acceptances in a rally on Friday. All 100 students in the school's graduating class will attend college in the fall and have earned over $3.2 million in scholarships collectively. During the pep rally, students walked the stage to their favorite songs and announced the college they will attend. Nearly all Rochester Prep students are reported to come from predominantly Black, Hispanic, or low-income communities. Organizers describe the event as one of the most anticipated events of the school year, as it leaves underclassmen feeling inspired and empowers students through recognizing the challenges they've overcome. 2025 Commencement ceremonies for Rochester colleges and universities Some students have received enough scholarship money that they will only have to pay less than $2,500 or $1,000 a year for their studies. Two students received a prestigious Questbridge Scholarship to attend Wellesley College and the University of Notre Dame. Some additional colleges announced included the Rochester Institute of Technology, Colby College, Johns Hopkins, Carnegie Mellon, and Boston College. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Economic Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
‘Clean energy projects will slacken in the US — other nations are rightly frustrated with Donald Trump's ecological policies'
What is the core of your research? What are some pivotal points in the history of batteries? With the United States facing tariff uncertainties now, how is the battery industry faring? You and your students collaboratively track clean energy investments in 'The Big Green Machine' — what do you see now? Live Events What explains this consumer reaction? Please discuss China's leadership here? You also write about how the Republicans were once staunch environ mental advocates — why did that change? Can there actually be American exceptionalism in a warming world — and how should other countries react? (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Jay Turner is William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Environmental Studies at Wellesley College. Speaking to Srijana Mitra Das, he discusses batteries — and clean power — in the era of Donald Trump I'm a historian and particularly interested in how understanding the past can help us meet challenges and opportunities of clean energy in the future.I've been studying how different battery chemistries became commercial products, started to scale and changed the way we use energy — my book 'Charged: A History of Batteries and Lessons for a Clean Energy Future' focuses on three types which trans formed the 20th century. These are the lead-acid battery, dis posable double-A alkaline batteries and the lithium ion battery which began by powering cellphones and is now energising entire electric President Biden's administration, the advanced battery sector saw onshoring and policies sup porting the growth of a domestic industry. With President Trump, the outlook has become much more complicated — there is uncertainty about the future of the Inflation Reduction Act now. Meanwhile, tariff uncertainty has caused companies to re assess their investment strategies.A decade ago, there was no advanced battery industry in the US — now, there are significant projects for mining and refining lithium and other critical materials, manufacturing components, assembling these and making electric vehicles (EVs) around the country. There are big factories in Georgia, material processing facilities in Washington state, lithium refineries in Oklahoma and Texas, etc. An optimistic take would be that the US is moving towards largely meeting the country's need for advanced batteries domestically — however, it is more realistic now to expect a slowdown in those investments and industry resizing itself, given policy changes and slow uptake from consumers. Our data is at: in China, over 50% of new car sales are battery-powered vehicles. In the US, we are approaching 10%. In part, that's inertia — the US invested significantly in conventional cars and it's slow to get people to buy new vehicles, especially if they're more expensive. The other part is cultural — many Americans have a deep attachment to conventional gas-powered vehicles. For some, it's also concerns about whether moving to electric vehicles means making the US more dependent on other countries for key technologies. The US has also been slow to develop charging the early 2000s, Beijing started making state-supported investments in advanced energy tech and bringing these to scale with manufacturing — this included batteries, solar panels, wind turbines and EVs. The US also started this during the Obama ad ministration. However, China stuck with it and provided incentives to consumers, sup port to state-run and private companies and invested in relationships with suppliers of key materials worldwide — that combination allowed Beijing to scale manufacturing of clean energy tech faster than any the 1970s, Richard Nixon enabled some of America's major environmental laws and created the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Then, the Republican Party itself transformed — its moderate core dwindled and the Republicans grew more conservative and increasingly worried about environmental issues possibly placing the US at an international disadvantage. The turning point was Ronald Reagan's administration in the 1980s — Republicans started rolling back certain environmental regulations, citing more growth and less red tape. That has culminated with Donald Trump who largely dismisses the science that underpins environmental issues, has cut funding for ecological agencies and indicated the US won't join global efforts on climate short answer is, yes, there can be American exceptionalism here — but this will mean a world which gets warmer faster and is less sustainable. It will slow collective environmental efforts and other countries are right to be frustrated with the Trump administration. It will take time to rebuild trust and cooperation which bolstered some of the world's collective environmental achievements like the Montreal expressed are personal
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
‘Clean energy projects will slacken in the US — other nations are rightly frustrated with Donald Trump's ecological policies'
Jay Turner is William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Environmental Studies at Wellesley College. Speaking to Srijana Mitra Das, he discusses batteries — and clean power — in the era of Donald Trump : What is the core of your research? I'm a historian and particularly interested in how understanding the past can help us meet challenges and opportunities of clean energy in the future. What are some pivotal points in the history of batteries? I've been studying how different battery chemistries became commercial products, started to scale and changed the way we use energy — my book 'Charged: A History of Batteries and Lessons for a Clean Energy Future' focuses on three types which trans formed the 20th century. These are the lead-acid battery, dis posable double-A alkaline batteries and the lithium ion battery which began by powering cellphones and is now energising entire electric grids. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Costco Shoppers Say This Wrinkle Cream Is "Actually Worth It" The Skincare Magazine Undo With the United States facing tariff uncertainties now, how is the battery industry faring? During President Biden's administration, the advanced battery sector saw onshoring and policies sup porting the growth of a domestic industry. With President Trump, the outlook has become much more complicated — there is uncertainty about the future of the Inflation Reduction Act now. Meanwhile, tariff uncertainty has caused companies to re assess their investment strategies. You and your students collaboratively track clean energy investments in 'The Big Green Machine' — what do you see now? A decade ago, there was no advanced battery industry in the US — now, there are significant projects for mining and refining lithium and other critical materials, manufacturing components, assembling these and making electric vehicles (EVs) around the country. There are big factories in Georgia, material processing facilities in Washington state, lithium refineries in Oklahoma and Texas, etc. An optimistic take would be that the US is moving towards largely meeting the country's need for advanced batteries domestically — however, it is more realistic now to expect a slowdown in those investments and industry resizing itself, given policy changes and slow uptake from consumers. Our data is at: Live Events What explains this consumer reaction? Today, in China, over 50% of new car sales are battery-powered vehicles. In the US, we are approaching 10%. In part, that's inertia — the US invested significantly in conventional cars and it's slow to get people to buy new vehicles, especially if they're more expensive. The other part is cultural — many Americans have a deep attachment to conventional gas-powered vehicles. For some, it's also concerns about whether moving to electric vehicles means making the US more dependent on other countries for key technologies. The US has also been slow to develop charging infrastructure. Please discuss China's leadership here? In the early 2000s, Beijing started making state-supported investments in advanced energy tech and bringing these to scale with manufacturing — this included batteries, solar panels, wind turbines and EVs. The US also started this during the Obama ad ministration. However, China stuck with it and provided incentives to consumers, sup port to state-run and private companies and invested in relationships with suppliers of key materials worldwide — that combination allowed Beijing to scale manufacturing of clean energy tech faster than any country. You also write about how the Republicans were once staunch environ mental advocates — why did that change? In the 1970s, Richard Nixon enabled some of America's major environmental laws and created the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Then, the Republican Party itself transformed — its moderate core dwindled and the Republicans grew more conservative and increasingly worried about environmental issues possibly placing the US at an international disadvantage. The turning point was Ronald Reagan's administration in the 1980s — Republicans started rolling back certain environmental regulations, citing more growth and less red tape. That has culminated with Donald Trump who largely dismisses the science that underpins environmental issues, has cut funding for ecological agencies and indicated the US won't join global efforts on climate change. Can there actually be American exceptionalism in a warming world — and how should other countries react? The short answer is, yes, there can be American exceptionalism here — but this will mean a world which gets warmer faster and is less sustainable. It will slow collective environmental efforts and other countries are right to be frustrated with the Trump administration. It will take time to rebuild trust and cooperation which bolstered some of the world's collective environmental achievements like the Montreal Protocol. Views expressed are personal
Hans India
22-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Skyrocketing Costs, Soaring Stakes: Why Private College Counselors Are Your Lifeline in 2025
In 2025, college admissions feel like a high-wire act over a shark tank. Ivy League acceptance rates are in freefall—Yale's at 4.6% for the Class of 2029—while global competition surges and tuition costs hit stratospheric highs. Wellesley College now charges an eye-watering $100,541 annually, and many institutions projected to start crossing $100,000 in 2025–2026. Students are stressed, parents are panicked, and educators are stretched thin. Private College and Career counselors are no longer optional—they're your lifeline to navigate this crisis. Here's why they're essential now more than ever. A Maze of Money and Merit College applications are a labyrinth. Top schools demand more than stellar grades or test scores—they want gripping essays, unique extracurriculars, and a narrative that screams 'pick me.' With costs at elite institutions breaking six figures, families need their investment to deliver. The job market adds pressure, favouring graduates with specialized skills from Top Tier Universities and Colleges, forcing students to make big choices early. Private Counselors are expert guides, mapping out strategies to align passions with goals. They help students pick courses, navigate summer, fall and winters, they help bring out ideas, and help craft essays that shine. From advising on leadership projects to nailing interviews, they ensure applications hit the mark. They also demystify financial aid, crucial when even 'affordable' colleges average $56,190 for tuition, fees, housing, and food. A counselor's insight can unlock scholarships or grants, slashing that pricing shock. AI, Globalization, and the Human Edge Technology is upending admissions. AI can spit out essays, but admissions officers crave authenticity—a human voice that stands out. Counselors coach students to tell stories that resonate, not just regurgitate prompts. They also navigate the digital shift, from virtual interviews to online portfolios, ensuring students shine in a tech-driven process. Globalization ramps up the challenge. Students from Mumbai, Lagos, or Dubai compete for the same spots, facing visa hurdles, cultural gaps, and scholarship scrambles. Counselors tailor strategies to highlight diverse perspectives while meeting U.S. expectations. For example, a counselor might help an Indian student showcase a community project in a way that wows Yale, which has now decided to charge $94,425 annually. This expertise is make-or-break in a borderless race. The Mental Health Toll The admissions grind is a mental marathon. Students juggle academics, clubs, jobs, and the fear of rejection, often teetering on burnout. Parents agonize over costs—Wellesley's $100,541 or Yale's rocketing $94,425 price tag—while wondering if it's worth it. School educators, swamped with caseloads, can't always offer one-on-one support. Anxiety spikes, and family tensions flare. Private Counselors are anchors, blending strategy with empathy. They help students manage deadlines, set realistic goals, and stay sane. For parents, they clarify questions like, 'Can we afford this?' or 'What's Plan B?' A student who worked with a counselor said, 'They truly believed in me and took the time and effort to understand me, and what I wanted out of college' That support is gold in a process that can crush spirits. Beyond Acceptance: Building Futures Private Counselors don't just chase acceptances; they shape futures. By helping students uncover their 'why'—their core passions—they foster resilience and purpose. They help steer a future coder to design the next big tech, landing them at MIT ($85,000+), or guide a writer to publish an outstanding book, catching Brown's eye ($95,000+). These moves build portfolios that wow colleges and employers. The payoff is real. Students with private counselor support are more likely to apply to top schools, snag scholarships, and graduate with direction. Firms like have helped thousands secure spots at elite universities, showing what's possible with expert guidance. Why 2025 Is Do-or-Die The admissions landscape is only getting tougher. Some schools are test-optional, others prioritize 'demonstrated interest,' and many value impact over metrics. Costs are spiraling—Wellesley's $100,541 and Vanderbilt's projected $100,000+ set a new bar, with many top tier Universities close behind. The job market is shifting, with AI, green energy, and global health demanding new skills. Private Counselors stay ahead, guiding students to future-proof choices. Global competition is relentless. As more students from Asia, Africa, and Latin America apply, the fight for spots intensifies. Counselors help families navigate financial aid, visas, and cultural nuances, ensuring a student from Seoul or São Paulo competes with one from Chicago. They're also key for middle-class families squeezed by costs, especially at smaller colleges with less aid to offer. Your Move—Act Now The college cost crisis is here, and it's not slowing down. But private counselors are your edge, offering strategies, support, and sanity. Whether you're a parent staring at bills, a student buried in applications, or an educator juggling advisees, a counselor can shift the odds. Share this with someone who needs a plan—tag a friend, parent, or teacher on X, WhatsApp, or WeChat. Got an admissions worry? Drop it below or DM us. The future's now, and with a counselor, your student can own it. What's your biggest college hurdle? Let's solve it together!
