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New York Times
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Songs for the Heat of Peak Summer: Welcome to Lizard Season
By Reggie Ugwu Dear listeners, A week ago, I went to two backyard barbecues and two rooftop hangs in the span of 24 hours. This past weekend, I crisscrossed from a block party to the beach to an outdoor concert to a different block party. In general, it has been a gray and mild summer in New York City, which has felt like treachery. We're not supposed to do mild here. So I've relished the occasions this month when days of unfettered sun have trailed one after the other. Endorphins from UV rays gallop through my bloodstream. Blue skies hypnotize me out of my inhibitions. Agendas slip away like steam from a hot spring. At last, Lizard Season. Lizard Season, to borrow a term from my friend Morgan, is that stretch of mid-July and August when summer is at full force. Those of us who celebrate feel our moods soar along with the sun's highest and longest route across the sky. Embracing Lizard Season means welcoming its sweet, hot sting against your skin; leaning into the melt; basking in the too-muchness, knowing that one day soon there won't be nearly enough. This week, as guest host filling in for my culture desk colleague Lindsay Zoladz, I've made a playlist of 10 new songs that channel the spirit of peak summer. Tracks by Fade Evare, Wishy and yeule shimmer with the languorous luxury of an afternoon picnic. It closes out with more up-tempo jams by Georgie & Joe, Deki Alem and deBasement — music for dancing on a rooftop under a 9 p.m. sunset. Find me outside, Reggie Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Bloomberg
14-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Kraft Heinz Breakup Primed to Split Its Ketchup From Hot Dogs
The Heinz ketchup and Oscar Mayer hot dogs featured at barbecues this summer are owned by the same company. Next summer, that might not be the case. Kraft Heinz Co. is preparing to break itself up and spin off a large part of its business into a new entity, people familiar with the matter said Friday. The packaged foods company had said in May it was considering 'potential strategic transactions,' but hasn't said which brands it might separate.
Daily Mail
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
DR MAX PEMBERTON: We're becoming a nation of can-oholics: This is why our love of summer tinned cocktails could spiral into a drinking problem
Summer is well and truly here, bringing with it strawberries and cream, ice creams, day trips to the seaside... and the seductive 'pshht-pop' sound of a cocktail can opening. No matter where you go, from barbecues and picnics to cinemas and commuter trains – everyone seems to be consuming ready-mixed drinks whether a simple gin and tonic or a more elaborate blood orange margarita. Their appeal is pretty obvious. They may just be re-imagined alcopops, but they've been cleverly rebranded to appear classy, sophisticated and fun.
CTV News
28-06-2025
- CTV News
Here's what's open and closed on Canada Day
Canadian flags are seen flying behind the National Archives building in Ottawa Friday, Feb 14, 2025 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld Canada Day falls on Tuesday, July 1 and as Canadians prepare for backyard barbecues, fireworks and community events, it's important to know which services and businesses are operating and which aren't. Here's what's open and closed during the federal statutory holiday. Federal and provincial government offices Federal and provincial government offices will be close for the day. That includes all Service Canada locations, passport offices and provincial ministries across the country. Canadians looking to access any public services or support programs will need to wait until after the holiday. Canada Post Canada Post will also be observing the holiday, meaning there will be no mail delivery and post offices across the country will be closed for the day Retailers and malls For shoppers, retail and mall operations vary by region. While major shopping centres like the GTA's Eaton Centre, Square One, Vaughan Mills, and Pacific Mall are expected to remain open with holiday hours, others such as Yorkdale, Sherway Gardens and Scarborough Town Centre will be closed. In Winnipeg, the Grant Park Shopping Centre and St. Vital Centre will be closed while CF Polo Park, Garden City Shopping Centre among others will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. In Ottawa, certain retailers will be open including the Rideau Centre and Tanger Outlets. Bayshore, Billings Bridge, Carlingwood among others will remain closed. In Montreal, places like Ikea, Winners, Home Sense, Canadian Tire and shopping malls are closed. Always check store hours in advance as they may differ by location or city regulations. Public transit Public transit services such as the TTC, GO Transit and other regional systems will run on holiday schedules, typically offering fewer or reduced service routes. In Winnipeg, local transit system will run on an extended Sunday schedule with additional blue line trips. For Ottawa's transit system, OC Transpo, it will offer free transit on the O-Train, buses and Para Transpo all day. Riders are encouraged to plan ahead and consult their local transit authority's website before heading out. Movie theatres When it comes to entertainment, both Cineplex and Landmark movie theatres will remain open, offering a full slate of screenings for those looking to beat the heat indoors. Schools As for schools, public and private institutions will be closed for the statutory holiday. While it's summer break in most provinces, school offices will also observe the holiday. Banks Banks across the country, including branches of TD, RBC, CIBC and others will be closed on July 1. Online banking services will remain accessible, but in-person banking will resume the following day. Grocery stores Grocery stores will operate on a location-specific basis. Some smaller grocers and chains like Rabba Fine Foods, T&T Supermarket, Whole Foods and Farm Boy may remain open. Most major chains like Loblaws, Metro and No Frills, will be closed or open with limited hours. City-run services City-run services are a mixed bag. Libraries will be closed across most municipalities, but outdoor public amenities such as splash pads, pools, parks and trails are expected to remain open, often operating on modified or holiday hours. Please check your municipality's website to confirm their hours. Whether you're staying local or heading out of town, confirm businesses hours or transit schedules before heading out. You can find additional details on Canada Post and your municipality's official website.
The Guardian
19-06-2025
- Climate
- The Guardian
Fire chiefs warn of barbecue wildfire risk amid amber heat alerts in England
Fire chiefs have issued a warning over outdoor fires and barbecues after a sevenfold increase in UK wildfires, as amber heat alerts were issued across England before what is expected to be a scorching weekend. The UK has already experienced more than 500 wildfires this year, with incidents up 717% compared with the same period in 2024. According to the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC), which represents the UK fire and rescue services, responders have been called to 564 blazes since 1 January, with more expected due to the heatwave engulfing the country. Most wildfires in the UK are caused by human activity, sometimes accidentally and sometimes deliberately. The public have been urged not to use disposable barbecues in open countryside, parks and moorland areas, and not to discard cigarettes, matches or glass bottles, as they can ignite dry vegetation. Phil Garrigan, the chair of the NFCC, said that fire and rescue services were already under 'significant pressure' due to the high number of wildfires, and that 'one small error' could lead to a blaze. 'We are deeply concerned about the escalating threat of wildfires this summer, which have the potential to become more frequent, intense and dangerous particularly in areas where communities border the countryside,' said Garrigan. 'We all need to play our part in protecting each other, our environment and our homes and businesses. We want everyone to enjoy the nice weather, we are just asking that they take extra care when out and about because it only takes one small error to lead to a significant wildfire.' Amber heat alerts were issued in England on Thursday as the UK experienced its hottest day of the year so far, with 32.2C recorded at Kew in west London. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said this week there could be 'a rise in deaths' across all nine English regions due to the heatwave, with 'those aged 65 and over or people with health conditions' particularly at risk. The UKHSA said 'significant impacts' were also likely across health and social care services in England. The alerts came into force at midday on Thursday and were expected to remain until 9am on Monday. The Met Office said this week that the UK could exceed temperatures of 40C in the near future, and highs of 45C 'may be possible' in the current climate. This would smash the record of 40.3C recorded in Coningsby, Lincolnshire, in 2022. A report by the Office for National Statistics and the UKHSA found there were 3,000 more deaths in England and Wales that summer than would normally be expected. In the first four months of this year there were more than double the number of rural blazes than in the months that preceded the 2022 heatwave, with the risk to people, wildlife and habitats described as 'catastrophic'. The dangerous 32C heat that may be endured by people in the south-east of England this Saturday will have been made 100 times more likely by the climate crisis, scientists have calculated. Global heating, caused by the burning of fossil fuels, is making every heatwave more likely and more intense. The 32C day expected on Saturday would have been expected only once every 2,500 years without the climate crisis, the researchers said, and June heatwaves are now about 2-4C hotter than in the past. The heatwave is the latest in a series of recent extreme weather events in the country. Between February and April, England had its driest period on record, with the north-west declaring a drought in May and Yorkshire entering one last week. In order to avoid any negative effects from the weather, the UKHSA recommends people keep out of the sun between 11am and 3pm on the hottest days if possible, drink plenty of liquids and wear sunscreen and protective clothing when outside. It also recommends looking out for people aged 65 and over, as they are especially affected by the heat.
