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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
New Haven commemorates Memorial Day with two ceremonies
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Veterans, city leaders and neighbors gathered on Long Wharf in New Haven on Sunday to honor those who gave their lives in service of the United States. The event took place at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park 'As a veteran, I do mostly interfacing with people who aren't veterans, so it was great to get the invite,' said retired Navy SEAL James Hatch. 'It's actually kind of magic, this line being a longitudinal line intersecting with Vietnam, which I thought was an incredible story.' New England Air Museum commemorates Memorial Day with 'Winged Victory' event Along with the ceremony on Long Wharf, the city hosted a second memorial on the New Haven Green, honoring those who served in both world wars. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
New England Air Museum commemorates Memorial Day with ‘Winged Victory' event
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. (WTNH) — The New England Air museum hoses and an event titled 'Winged Victory' on Saturday to commemorate Memorial Day. The event highlighted the 43rd Infantry Division, which fought in the Pacific Theater in WWII. 'I think it's a great place for the people to visit and see the planes that we used to fly back in the old days, and it's a lot of fun to be able to come in and look around, and maybe there's a few other of the old timers that are still around like me, who can tell you something about the planes that we flew,' said 100-year-old veteran Robert J. Garabedian 2025 Memorial Day events in Connecticut The 43rd Infantry Division '169th Regiment Reenacted' group teaches this part of Connecticut history. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
‘Winged Victory' honors vets at air museum
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. — Under billowing skies and the occasional roar of a plane from Bradley International Airport, hundreds of visitors sat in World War II-era planes and honored local veterans as part of the New England Air Museum's 'Winged Victory' event on Saturday. The event, named for Connecticut's own 43rd Infantry Division 169th Regiment, was staffed with re-enactors of the 169th Regiment who wore military-green uniforms, brandished WWII-era weapons, and set up an outdoor field camp packed with period water tanks and food rations. Some members of the group are descended from soldiers who fought in the unit, including Doug Crawford, 58, whose father, Charles B. Crawford, was a technician in F Company. The 169th regiment fought in multiple campaigns during World War II, including Guadalcanal. Sisters Emma and Amanda Loefflad of Tolland, Connecticut, wore vintage clothing and custom dresses to portray citizens during the war. 'It's a very different world now and people dress so differently,' Emma said. 'You put a lot of effort into wearing this every day.' At noon, the museum held a short memorial to honor all fallen soldiers. 'We gather here not to glorify war but to honor the sacrifice of those who gave their last full measure of devotion in the cause of freedom,' Crawford said in his opening remarks. Crawford has been participating in military reenactments for over twenty years, he said, and his son, Mason, 23, of Tolland, Connecticut, has taken after him as a way to honor his grandfather, Charles, who passed away in 2014. 'It's kind of a way to connect with him now that he's not here and to show people what he went through,' Mason said. 'These were kids going into war.' Affixed to his uniform was a poppy pin, a symbol of remembrance taken from John McCrae's poem, 'In Flanders Fields,' which was recited during the museum's memorial ceremony. The museum also hosted Robert Garabedian, 100, of Tolland, Connecticut, who served in the Army Air Corps during WWII and flew P-40 and P-47 fighter jets. He sat at a table in front of a 1945 Republican P-47 D Thunderbolt and told visitors his story. Garabedian trained in New Mexico and overseas, and had been scheduled to participate in the invasion of Japan as a fighter pilot. Those plans were scrapped after the United States dropped the nuclear bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki and effectively ended the war. Garabedian called it 'an honor' to attend the ceremony and pay tribute to fellow soldiers and those who built the planes he flew. But he also considered the futility of war in general. 'War is a terrible way to settle disputes,' he said. Garabedian has 12 children and a total of 71 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren, and wants them to live in a 'peaceful world.' 'We have to share with others,' Garabedian said. 'We have to give them a chance. We have to listen with respect to what their problems are and, instead of adding to them, try to help solve them.' Lego fans have block party at MassMutual Center in Springfield Mass. man convicted in savage 1990 Springfield rape denied parole again Mass. casino winner: Big jackpot won playing card-based game Not rubbish! These UMass grads have recycling all sorted out with their trash robot Speed bumps petition gains support after child killed by car in Springfield Read the original article on MassLive.
Time Out
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
This massive sculpture brings eerie beauty to the foot of Market Street
If you haven't noticed the massive woman in front of the Ferry Building on Market Street in San Francisco, take time to make the trek. We recommend going at night when her eerie lighting cycles through blue and purple. This incredible artwork— R-Evolution, a representation of a woman standing 48 feet tall—makes anyone passing by have to acknowledge her power and vitality as she stands poised, arms open and ready to spring (or maybe that's just how we see it!). R-Evolution was first seen on the Black Rock Desert of Nevada at Burning Man 2015, and a foiled plan would have originally had her comparing heights with the Dewey Monument in Union Square. (That 85-foot statue in front of Macy's is Winged Victory atop her column, reportedly modeled after Alma Spreckels, who gave us the Legion of Honor museum. But we digress!) However, fears that the statue's weight would bring her down into the parking garage below Union Square prompted her venue change to the Embarcadero. Here's a rendering of how she would have looked at Union Square. R-Evolution is part of a triad of sculptures called The Bliss Project by Marco Cochrane and depicts 'a woman, Deja Solis, expressing her humanity,' according to the press release. R-Evolution began as a hand-sculpted three-quarters life-sized clay figure. Using a medieval-era enlargement tool called a pantograph, Cochrane transformed that into a 15-foot clay version, and then again used the pantograph to triple the sculpture to her final metal form. The finished sculpture is composed of steel rod and tubing, with two layers of geodesic triangles (which required 55,000 individual welds) covered by a stainless-steel mesh. Because of the statue's construction, she is partially transparent, which creates the sense that she is both majestically strong and grounded to the earth, but also ethereal. Cochrane, who began sculpting in his 20s, was born to American artists in Venice, Italy, in 1962 and raised in Northern California during that era of change. 'As a result, Marco learned respect for oneness, balance and the imperative to make the world a better place,' reports the press release. 'In particular, he identified with the female struggle with oppression and saw feminine energy and power as critical to the world's balance.'
Zawya
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
COCO Ignites Downtown Dubai with glamorous launch under the stars
Dubai, UAE – COCO Restaurant & Lounge, a trailblazing concept from NazCorp, officially opened with an ultra-exclusive, star-studded launch in Downtown Dubai unveiling its show-stopping 360-degree panoramic glass terrace overlooking the iconic Burj Khalifa. With a botanical-themed decor reminiscent of the stunning Hanging Gardens of Babylon, COCO draws inspiration from its rich heritage in London. The London-born dining destination made an impeccable first impression as over 600 VIP guests, celebrities, influencers, and media personalities gathered for the grand reveal. The evening was a sensory spectacle from start to finish, featuring live harpists, stilt walkers, interactive DJ & live music performances, dazzling mirror dancers, and a captivating fire show. Among the notable attendees were social heavyweights like Joseph Alayoubi, Jumana Abdu Rahman, Tam Khan, Zeus, and cricketers like Chirag Suri and Anshh Taandon, alongside rare appearances by Andrew and Tristan Tate. Influencers like Andreas Koundourakis, Nadir Bin Nasir and Marcel and media elites added flair to the VIP guest list. Upon arrival, guests were treated to fresh fruit platters, premium fruit champagne, olives, and fine cheeses, all while soothing harp melodies filled the air. The immersive atmosphere continued inside, where COCO's multifaceted zones came to life: The Dome Room: Highlighted by the stunning Winged Victory sculpture, this space offers elevated fine dining perfect for friends, families, and romantic dinners. The Green Room: A private, intimate setting ideal for business meetings. The Red Room: Featuring plush lounge seating and a vibrant Redemption Bar serving signature non-alcoholic cocktails like All Eyes on Me and Arabian Dreams. The 360-degree panoramic Glass Terrace: An alfresco haven with unparalleled views of Burj Khalifa. At the helm of COCO's culinary excellence are two global heavyweights: MasterChef Maurizio, renowned for his judging role on MasterChef Indonesia, and Executive Chef Raheman, who infuses international finesse into each dish. Guests indulged in theatrical live steak presentations featuring Wagyu and Tomahawk cuts, alongside a lavish buffet showcasing international delights from Beetroot Carpaccio and Rainbow Sushi to Kunafa fresh off the live station. Signature dishes such as COCO Dynamite Shrimp, Miso Glazed Black Cod, and the indulgent 24K Tomahawk quickly became favorites of the night. 'Bringing COCO to Dubai has been a dream in the making. Our vision was always clear to offer an immersive experience that harmonizes international cuisine, theatrical entertainment, and refined hospitality in one of the world's most vibrant cities,' said Naz Choudhury, Founder of NazCorp & COCO. 'Dubai is the global stage, and COCO is here to take our guests on a theatrical culinary journey.' 'We wanted the menu to reflect bold creativity and refined taste,' Executive Chef Raheman of COCO added. 'Whether it's our Rainbow Sushi or the fire-kissed Wagyu, each dish tells a story rich with flavor, precision, and global inspiration.' 'Our mission is to make COCO not just a restaurant, but a memory,' noted MasterChef Maurizio, Consulting Chef at COCO. 'Every detail from the plating to the music is curated to surprise and delight.' As the weekend unfolds, COCO seamlessly transforms into a vibrant late-night hotspot, featuring live entertainment from Thursday to Sunday and keeping the energy alive until 5 AM. With its enviable location directly across from The Dubai Mall, COCO Restaurant & Lounge is poised to become the go-to destination for discerning diners, especially families, with its non-alcoholic Redemption Bar, experience enthusiasts, and the city's global jet-set. For reservations, visit or contact +97144225211 For more information, head to their website:
