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Gizmodo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
We Could See Way More Silver Surfer in the MCU After ‘Fantasic Four: First Steps'
Nathan Fillion was desperate for Guy Gardner to have his comics haircut in Superman. The Rani gets her own sonic screwdriver in a new clip from next week's Doctor Who. Plus, Milly Alcock offers an update on Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow. Spoilers get! Silver Surfer According to a new report from insider Daniel Richtman, 'there are plans for Silver Surfer [to] be in multiple projects after [The Fantastic Four: First Steps] including a solo film.' Superman In conversation with ET, Nathan Fillion stared he's 'really, really been jonesing' for Guy Gardener's comic book-accurate bowl cut in Superman. I'm a comic book nerd from a long time back. I knew for some time that I was going to be playing the role, and I have really, really, been jonesing for a bowl-cut. And here it is, this is it, it's everything. I'm up there rubbing elbows with Superman, Hawkgirl, Mr. [Terrific]…It's all my dreams coming true. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow Production has officially wrapped on Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, according to Milly Alcock on The Tonight Show. Whistle Deadline reports Shudder and the Independent Film Company have acquired the U.S. rights to Whistle, a new horror film from The Nun director, Corin Hardy, concerning an Aztec death whistle. Starring Dafne Keen, Sophie Nélisse, Sky Yang, Percy Hynes White and Nick Frost, the story concerns 'a misfit group of unwitting high school [who] students stumble upon a cursed object, an ancient Aztec Death Whistle. Soon, they discover that blowing the whistle and the terrifying sound it emits will summon their future deaths to hunt them down. As the body count rises, the friends investigate the origins of the deadly artifact in a desperate effort to stop the horrifying chain of events that they have set in motion.' Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival (via Variety), Guillermo del Toro stated his upcoming Frankenstein project is 'not a horror movie.' Somebody asked me the other day, does it have really scary scenes? For the first time, I considered that. It's an emotional story for me. It's as personal as anything. I'm asking a question about being a father, being a son… I'm not doing a horror movie — ever. I'm not trying to do that. We're finding the emotion. And what I can say is, for me, it's an incredibly emotional movie. Alma and the Wolf Freakylinks' Ethan Embry contends with a werewolf in the trailer for Alma and the Wolf, coming to VOD this June 20. CaterKillar Troma has also released a trailer for its new film about a humanoid caterpillar, CaterKillar. Doctor Who Finally, the Rani squabbles with her other self (and gets her own sonic screwdriver) in a clip from 'Wish World,' this week's episode of Doctor Who.
Irish Independent
07-05-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
Around the Districts: Donard, Dunlavin, Hollywood, Kiltegan and Stratford-on-Slaney
Bluegrass BBQ The much anticipated Bluegrass BBQ takes place at Donard Community Hall on Saturday 31st May featuring Whistle, Dublin Bluegrass Collective, The Blueberry Pickers and Redwood bringing you a day of bluegrass, americana and country. Tickets (€20) are on sale from Toomey's Bar and O'Keeffe's Country Store in Donard and online through Eventbrite. This is a community fundraiser with proceeds going to community projects in Donard-Glen. Please note food is not included in the ticket price. DUNLAVIN St Vincent de Paul Our local St Vincent de Paul are always in need of volunteers. If you feel you could help your local branch please get in touch. There has never been a more urgent need for volunteers, with the increase of hardship and loneliness in our community. Those who have volunteered have found this to be a challenging but rewarding work. Contact the parish office or 089 2702650 for more information or with any questions. If anybody is in need of support please do not hesitate to contact the local group - you can do so by leaving a note into the parish centre or contacting 089 2702650. Please be assured all contact is private and confidential. Bingo Volunteers Imaal Hall Bingo are looking for volunteers, Saturdays 8.30 to 11pm (even one Saturday a month). If you are able to give a few hours back to the community, please contact imaalhalldunlavin@ or the parish office. They are looking for volunteers who can assist the participants, call bingo numbers and sell books. Rosary at the Grotto Join us praying the Rosary every evening in May at 7.30pm. Most evenings we will be at the statue of Our Lady in the garden outside church, except before mass on Tuesdays and Saturdays, when we'll be joining the regularly Rosary pray-ers inside church. All are welcome. Dunlavin Tidy Towns The application deadline for this year's Tidy Towns competition is fast approaching, and we're hopeful for another strong result in 2025. We're always on the lookout for new volunteers to lend a hand, or you can simply take pride in your own space and keep it clean. ADVERTISEMENT Dunlavin should look its best all year round, but especially in summer when the adjudicator visits. Last year, that visit coincided with the Arts Festival, so keep that timing in mind. We're not asking for major projects, just a bit of awareness. Please watch out for litter, and dog owners, we need you to pick up after your pets and bin it. This continues to be an issue. We regularly get messages asking for more bins, but evidence shows that more bins don't solve the problem and often make it worse. We all know the repeat offenders. It's not up to Dunlavin Tidy Towns or any community group to police dog waste. It's up to each of us to take responsibility. Culture Bus The culture bus will leave Dunlavin at 11am on May 24th to visit Ballinttubbert Gardens and Solas Eco Garden Centre in Portarlington. Return for Dunlavin at 6pm. Telephone 087 9693960 to book a seat on the bus. Death The death took place of Gerald Dunne, Colbinstown, Dunlavin, on April 27th. Peacefully at Naas Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Sadly missed by his loving wife Barbara, his six children, Shaun, Gerald Jnr, Justin, Katrina, Barbara Jnr & Robert, his 5 grandchildren, Gerry, Kiera, Oísin, Joshua & Emily-Joy, daughters-in-law Lisa & Chloe, son-in-law John, extended family, relatives & friends. Gerald's funeral took place in Crookstown. May Gerald Rest In Peace. Golf Classic St Kevin's Community College will host a Golf Classic on Friday and Saturday May 9th and 10th. Team of 4 €200. Enquiries to Alan on 085-1052389. Sympathy Sympathy to Ann Sully and family on the death of Ann's brother Joe O'Leary. Joe's funeral took place in Kilcullen, may he rest in peace. Parish Lotto Draw Our Parish Lotto Draw returns on a monthly basis with our first draw returning on Saturday, May 17th at the Bingo in the Imaal Hall. Tickets are now on sale from the Parish centre and our promoters at €10 per month. If you'd like to become a promoter please call into the Parish centre for a card. Monthly prizes are €1,000, €250, €100 and 3 prizes of €50. For further details please contact Breda on 086 3598866 or the Parish office on 045 401871. The best of luck! A list of our May winners will be available on the Church notice board. Class Reunion A class reunion of students in St. Kevin's Community College in the years 1988/89 will take place in Germaine's, Baltinglass on June 7th. Anyone interested in going or helping organise it can contact Catherine McEnroe, on 087 2020795. Sympathy Sympathy to Breda Bowes, Colbinstown, on the death of her brother Jim O'Keeffe, Hacketstown. Jim's funeral took place in Knockananna. May Jim rest in peace. Dunlavin GAA Please be advised that there are strictly NO dogs allowed in the GAA grounds at any time. We ask everyone using the facilities to please adhere to this policy as a lot of hard work goes into ensuring the grounds are kept clean, safe & hygenic for all to enjoy its use. Thank you. Arts Group A new arts group is being set up in West Wicklow-for musicians, visual artists, writers, performers and other art practitioners. The idea behind this is to bring artists in West Wicklow area together. If interested fill out the form on Adoration Adoration of the Blessèd Sacrament will take place in St Nicholas of Myra Church, on Thursday evenings from 8-9pm. Baltinglass Hospital Appeal The hospital would like donations of used Christmas, birthday, Easter ETC cards. The residents love to cut them up and create new cards to sell. Can be dropped or posted to the hospital. A great way to recycle effectively. The hospital wish to thank everyone for their support during the year and every good wish for 2025. Bingo Bingo has resumes in the Imaal Hall on Saturday at the new time of 8.45pm. Great prizes to be won, come along and support your local hall. Scoil Nioclais Naofa Bus Escorts are needed to travel with students to and from school. Candidates should have experience working with children who have additional needs. Applicants will need to be Garda vetted. Please apply to craddockstownschool@ St Vincent de Paul If anybody is in need of support please do not hesitate to contact the local group - you can do so by leaving a note into the parish centre or contacting 089 2702650. Please be assured all contact is private and confidential. Trip to Medjugorje There will be a trip to Medjugorje this year, leaving on September 10th for one week. Price €899. Contact Mary O'Sullivan at 087 6121951 for details. Pickle Ball Pickle Ball takes place every Tuesday in the Imaal Hall from 7pm to 9pm. Everyone welcome. €5 pay as you go. Great fun and great way to meet new friends. Dunlavin AFC Anyone interested in playing Under 18 soccer should contact Brian on 087-7778663. Players must be born between 2007 and 2008. First score winner last week was James Travers. Thanks to all who support. Line Dancing Line dancing takes place in the Imaal Hall every Wednesday 8-10pm, all welcome. Great way to meet new friends and keep fit. Social Dancing Social Dancing takes place in Donard Community Hall on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9-12pm. All welcome. Baby and Toddler Group Dunlavin Baby and Toddler Group meet in Seomra (Imaal Hall) on Wednesdays from 9:30am-12noon. Please come along for a play and a cuppa. All welcome Friendship Club Dunlavin Friendship Club meet every Friday at 3pm. All are welcome. Check if a neighbour needs a lift. HOLLYWOOD Hollywood ICA Hollywood ICA meet every Wednesday morning 10.30am-12.30pm, so if you have a craft or a skill to teach us, or if you are new to the area you are especially welcome to join us. Music Generation Music Generation Wicklow and Music Under The Mountains are coming together to offer lessons on guitar, tin whistle, traditional flute, fiddle, accordion and concertina. Lessons will take place in the Hollywood centre on Saturday mornings 10.30am-12.30pm beginners and advanced levels welcome. age 8-17. Cost is €8 for 40-minute Lesson in small group for 25. total cost per year is €200 payable in two online instalments. Any queries contact musicgeneration@ Hollywood Bingo Bingo takes place in the Hollywood Centre every Thursday night at 8pm with two jackpots to be won with one jackpot of €6,000 and second €5,000. Hollywood Pre-School Hollywood Pre-School are in the Hollywood Centre every morning from 9.00 until 12.30 for further information contact Barbara on 083 3376499. Friendship Club We meet every Wednesday from 2.15 to 4.15pm in the Hollywood Centre. New members most welcome. Contact Marie Tutty on 085 1072356 or 045 864289 Hillbillies Football Football is on every Monday night in the Hollywood Centre from 8.15pm to 9.15pm. For further information contact Paul Clarke on 083 1522272. Hollywood Bowls The Club bowl every Tuesday nights in The Hollywood Centre between 8-10pm. New Members are always welcome, so come along and see what it is all about. Sinead O'Brien Dance School Dance Classes are on every Friday with a new timetable 3-6yrs 4.00-5.00pm, 7-10yrs 5.00-6.00pm, and new class 11yrs up 6.00-7.00pm contact Sinead for Details on 087 2924559. Badminton Adult Badminton takes place every Wednesday night from 8.00-10.00pm in the Hollywood Centre. For further details contact Deirdre Keogh on 087 6193509. Centre/notes To book the Hollywood Centre, or place a notice in the district section of the Wicklow People please contact the Centre on 045 864979 or Email: info@ All notes MUST be in the Hollywood Centre before 11am on Friday for the following week. KILTEGAN Ramblers Night A night of music and storytelling takes place on Saturday, May 17 at 8 p.m. in O'Toole Memorial Hall Rathdangan. Come along for an evening of entertainment and community connection. Share a talent, a song, a joke, a poem (or not, no pressure) or sit back, relax and enjoy the atmosphere. New Ramblers always welcome. STRATFORD-ON-SLANEY Table Quiz Stratford Grangecon GAA Club will hold a Family Fun Table Quiz on Friday, May 23 at 7 p.m. in the Clubhouse. €50 per table (2 adults, 2/3 children). There will be a raffle on the night.
Belfast Telegraph
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
Netminder takes the plaudits at Belfast Giants' end of season awards
The Great Britain international started the season as back-up to Tom McCollum at the SSE Arena but quickly won the starter's jersey and led the team to Elite League and Challenge Cup glory with a .923 save percentage and 2.17 goals against average in the regular season. Whistle was in net as the Giants shut out the Cardiff Devils in the Cup Final last month and then produced two excellent performances on the final weekend of the season against the Nottingham Panthers to clinch the League. The 29-year-old, who will now head off on World Championships duty where he will compete for the starter's job with Ben Bowns, also claimed the Official Supporters' Club's Player of the Year award and the Fans Favourite accolade. Only two other players walked away with multiple awards on the night, with English forwards Scott Conway and Ciaran Long claiming two apiece at the awards do at the SSE Arena. After a campaign that saw him score 33 goals and 72 points, Conway took home Forward of the Year to go along with his Leading Points Scorer crown, while Cup-winning goal scorer Long was awarded both the Players' Player of the Season and Unsung Hero gongs. Defenceman of the Year went to Josh Roach as he combined strong defensive play with some key offensive contributions, too, chipping in with six goals and 39 points from the blue-line. Only one player in his first season with the Giants was recognised at the awards do as, after finishing fourth in the League in +/- with a +35 rating, defenceman Bo Hanson was named Coaches' Player of the Year. There was also recognition for two of the Giants' longest serving players as captain Mark Cooper and defenceman Jeff Baum were handed trophies on the night as well. Second-year captain Cooper led from the front, recording 27 goals and 60 points including scoring in both championship winning games to lift his first two trophies as skipper, which saw him awarded the Ian Barton Award for hardest working player. And Baum, last season's MVP, was given the President's Award in honour of the player that most embodies the values of the organisation, the American defenceman having been central to the team's prolonged success since first joining in 2021.
USA Today
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Before the playoffs, the laundry: how Celtics' Al Horford, Amelia Vega get it done
Before the playoffs, the laundry: how Celtics' Al Horford, Amelia Vega get it done It is no secret that the unofficial team dad of the Boston Celtics, Al Horford, is a family man. But we don't often get a window into what the dynamics of that relationship is like with his family, save for when they are on the sidelines showing support for their champion forward of a father and husband, at least until a recent segment came out highlighting how he and wife Amelia Vega tackle the quotidian aspects of life in the form of dirty laundry. The duo sat down with the folks behind the global sports streamer DAZN, via their "Whistle" YouTube channel, to put together a clip on their clothes-cleaning family dynamics with a guest appearance by Boston broadcaster and champion Celtics center Brian Scalabrine. Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say about how laundry gets done in the Horford household! If you enjoy this pod, check out the "How Bout Them Celtics," "First to the Floor," "Celtics Lab," and the many other New England sports podcasts available on the CLNS Media network. Listen to the "Celtics Lab" podcast on: Apple Podcasts: Spotify:
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Whistle Express Closes Acquisition of Take 5 Car Wash; Becomes the Largest Express Car Wash Company in the U.S.
Completion of landmark deal signals new era of growth and enhanced service across 530+ locations in 23 states CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Whistle Express, the leading company in the evolving car wash industry, has officially closed its acquisition of Driven Brands' Take 5 Car Wash, more than tripling its nationwide footprint. The newly combined company now operates 530 locations across 23 states, making it the largest express car wash company in the United States. "This is a major step forward – not just for Whistle, but for the entire express car wash industry," said Jose Costa, CEO of Whistle Express Car Wash. "This acquisition gives us the scale to not only expand our footprint, but to invest more deeply in our team members, elevate the customer experience and bring consistent, high-quality service to more communities. We're focused on delivering value at every touchpoint – and we're just getting started." Take 5 Car Wash locations will transition to the Whistle Express brand in phases over the coming quarters, including significant investments in cutting-edge wash equipment, enhanced technology and signage, a streamlined customer experience and a continued commitment to supporting team members throughout the process. The decision to bring together two industry leaders – in what marks the largest deal in express car wash history – comes as customers increasingly seek convenience, quality and consistency. With more than 530 locations, Whistle Express, which is backed by funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management. L.P. ("Oaktree") is now positioned to meet that demand at scale. "This deal represents a meaningful step forward for Whistle's national growth strategy," said David Quick, managing director and assistant portfolio manager at Oaktree. "Whistle isn't following the playbook; they're rewriting it. We're proud to partner on their vision and confident this is just the beginning of what's possible." Whistle plans to continue investing in key areas to improve the customer experience, including: Innovative technology with Whistle's mobile app that lets users easily manage memberships, earn loyalty rewards and access wash services at any of its locations. This seamless integration of technology ensures that customers enjoy a hassle‐free experience from start to finish. Membership packages, perks and high-quality onsite services, including complimentary benefits like free vacuums, mat cleaning machines, detail supplies and Whistle Rewards loyalty program. Eco-friendly practices, including Whistle's commitment to water reclamation, recovering up to 85% of the water used per wash and reducing water consumption by 91% compared to a typical home car wash. State-of-the-art equipment across Whistle locations ensures a consistent, high-quality clean every time. From cutting-edge tunnel systems and premium wash chemicals to advanced drying and finishing technology, Whistle invests in the best to deliver superior results. A people-first culture that fuels Whistle's success – from expertly trained team members who provide exceptional service to a strong focus on career development and advancement. With ongoing training programs and growth opportunities, Whistle empowers its workforce while delivering a top-tier experience to every customer. The car wash industry is undergoing rapid consolidation as investors recognize the opportunity to unify a fragmented sector and deliver superior service through scale and technology. Whistle Express will remain a leading force in this transformation, continuing to grow its presence across the country. About Whistle Express Whistle Express has become the largest car wash operator in the U.S., now with over 530 locations across 23 states. Founded in 2020, the Charlotte-based company remains committed to giving back to each local community it serves, positioning itself as your friendly, neighborhood car wash and partnering with local organizations to bring that feeling to life at every site. For more information, visit or download Whistle's app. About OaktreeOaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $202 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2024. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, equity, and real estate. The firm has more than 1,200 employees and offices in 23 cities worldwide. For additional information, please visit Oaktree's website at View source version on Contacts Media Contacts:Hallie Dean, Luquire (hdean@ or 704-807-2083)
