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South China Morning Post
2 days ago
- General
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong teen targets 2028 LA Olympics after helping city quartet take relay bronze
A teenage sprinter said he had plenty of room for improvement after helping Hong Kong take bronze in the 4x100 metre relay at the Asian Athletic Championships. Advertisement Magnus Johannsson, who became the first city athlete to reach the finals of the 200m at the World Under-20 Athletics Championships last summer, ran the anchor leg as the team produced a personal best in South Korea. The Hong Kong team – Johannsson, Chan Yat-lok, Lee Hong-kit and Kwok Chun-tingc – posted a time of 39.10 seconds on Saturday, finishing behind South Korea, who took gold in a competition record 38.49, and Thailand, who claimed silver in 38.78. A day earlier, Johannsson clocked a time of 21.70 in finishing last in the 200m semi-finals. Compatriot Yip King-wai finished seventh in the final in a time of 21.16. Still, the individual setback fuelled Johannsson, who was making his debut at the senior regional tournament. Magnus Johannsson ran the anchor leg in Hong Kong's bronze-medal win. Photo: HKAAA 'I'm glad I was able to anchor the relay team into a good result,' the 18-year-old said. 'The training we have done over the past six months has paid off and I'm proud of all our athletes.'
CTV News
5 days ago
- General
- CTV News
‘Perfect is good enough': Husband and wife sculptors reflect on 54 years of work
The statue is getting freshened up before being moved to Edmonton's new arena. Kevin Green has more. 'Perfect is good enough': Husband and wife sculptors reflect on 54 years of work It's been a relationship forged in bronze. Don Begg and his wife Shirley have worked side-by-side for 54 years at Studio West Bronze Foundry & Art Gallery, their vast space in Cochrane, Alta., northwest of Calgary. Their combined works include 160 statues on display throughout Canada, the United States, Germany and France. Hundreds of other smaller pieces have been created for private collectors. 'She'll get in there and do anything that is possible. She'll work on one leg on one side and I'll work on the other leg on the other side. We've worked together for all of our life,' Begg told The Canadian Press in an interview. Among those are the 430-kilogram bronze statue of hockey great Wayne Gretzky holding the Stanley Cup over his head. That piece was on display at Rexall Place in Edmonton and then given a facelift before being placed downtown at Rogers Place, now the Oilers' home arena. Wayne Gretzky statue Statues of Wayne Gretzky sit outside the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre in Brantford, Ont., on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013. (Lee Boyadjian / CTV Kitchener) Their most recent high-profile creation was a 2 1/2-metre bronze rifleman, weighing 450-kilograms, dedicated to the soldiers from the Royal Regina Rifles. It was unveiled by Princess Anne in June at la Place des Canadiens in Bretteville-l'Orgueilleuse in France, near the beaches of Normandy. It took nine months to complete and cost $300,000. 'It was a real honour to be asked to do it and when the fella phoned and said 'Are you interested?' I didn't even think about it for more than a millionth of a second. I said, 'Absolutely. We're in,'' Begg said. 'What we kind of specialize in is realistic sculptures.' The massive model of the rifleman, covered with an inch of clay over a metal frame, sits in the workshop. Others include a First World War soldier and the first immigrants to Western Canada represented by a man in a bowler hat, a woman in a fancy hat, a boy and a girl with pigtails. The couple has also specialized in creating Indigenous figures, including a more than three-metre statue of Sitting Eagle, the chief of the Stoney First Nation, in downtown Calgary. Begg says he is equally proud of all their works. 'They're all favourites. You learn something about every piece and we do bronze work that's going to last for a thousand years, so you always want to do your very best that you can because you won't be around forever to make excuses,' he said with a chuckle. 'There's no redo' Shirley Begg said they won't ever settle for second-best. 'Perfect is good enough. Actually if you were here all day you would hear that perfect is good enough,' she said. 'There's no seconds. There's no redo. Perfect is what we aim for and it's the only thing that is acceptable.' In the forge itself, a molten brew of brass ingots bubbles in the crucible before the lava-like liquid is carefully poured into the ceramic shell of the statue. It's backbreaking work but Begg said with the use of cranes attached to the ceiling he's still managing. 'Maybe another 25 years,' he said. 'Maybe 30. No desire to retire.' Other works include identical statues of Northwest Mounted Police Commissioner James Macleod in both Calgary and Ottawa, four larger-than-life statues of four fallen RCMP officers in Mayerthorpe, Alta. and one depicting Nellie McClung circa 1929, as a member of the 'Famous Five' who endeavoured to make women 'persons' under the law. Begg is to receive the Alberta Order of Excellence in October to celebrate women and men 'who have contributed so much for the greater good.' 'When they talk about we have about four million people in Alberta they only have about 220 of quite an honour in itself. I'm looking forward to it,' he said. But in the meantime, he has plenty to do before that happens. 'Probably have about 80 bronzes on order right now so we just keeping plugging away.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published August 25, 2024.
Telegraph
26-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Telegraph
The rules of fake tan and how to get it right
I'm not embarrassed to admit that I spent a large proportion of my twenties looking 50 shades of orange. A gung-ho approach to fake-tan application and youthful disregard for basic rules meant telltale streaks were a trademark and biscuit was my signature scent. Nothing gave me more pleasure than someone saying 'You look tanned', to which I would reply: 'Thanks, it's fake.' As if they didn't already know. Like Claudia Winkleman, who once self-deprecatingly referred to herself as a 'tiny orange lady', I think there's something endearing about a tangerine tinge. However, when I left my twenties behind, I decided it was time to up my self-tanning game and focus on achieving what most people are after: a believable, healthy-looking bronze. Luckily, my revelation coincided with a significant improvement in the tanning products available on the market. In recent years, the category has expanded significantly and products have become more sophisticated, from instant body bronzers that glide on and wash off to longer-term formulas that are worth the commitment. 'When the tanning industry stepped into the forefront of beauty 25 years ago there were only one or two brands,' says James Harknett, a sought-after spray tanning artist. 'Initially, self-tanners were in a white cream but the invention of a tinted guide colour meant you could see where you were applying.' Since then, things have only improved. St. Tropez, perhaps the best-known name in fake tanning in the UK, has just released a hybrid tanning product – a no-rinse face serum that delivers instant bronze and develops over the space of a few hours. But just as important as using sophisticated products are the rules of application, starting with prep. Prep 'A few days before application, start by smoothing out the skin with exfoliation,' says Harknett. 'Ensure that any hair removal is done well before you tan – 24 hours or more is best for shaving, or 48-72 hours for waxing.' He recommends applying tan in a cool bathroom (without steam or humidity) and in front of a mirror with hair tied back, all jewellery removed, a little Vaseline applied over eyebrows and a towel on the floor beneath you. 'Next, moisturise the parts of the body that self tan grabs to, such as the heels, knee caps, elbows, hands and tops of feet,' he continues. James Read, who's worked in 'sunless tanning' for more than two decades, recommends the same approach, adding that a hydrating sheet mask can be useful when prepping the face. Wash-off tan Low-effort and suitable for the commitment-phobic, wash-off formulas are a godsend when it comes to bringing legs out of hibernation. 'Instant tans are so versatile and should be in everyone's tanning wardrobe,' says Harknett. 'They boost any skin tone or type and, when applied over existing self-tan, add depth and dimension.' The best in the business as far as I'm concerned is By Terry's Tea to Tan, a matte mist that immediately brings pallid skin to life and genuinely feels like it does your skin good (it contains skincare ingredients including tea and cherry extracts). It's for both face and body, but don't let that put you off – it's just as good on a shoulder or leg as it is below a cheekbone. If its price prohibits liberal application, worthy alternatives are the This Works Perfect Legs Skin Miracle serum for a subtle effect, or Vita Liberata's Body Blur for more coverage. Gradual tan 'Gradual gels and lotions are so lightweight now, and contemporary formulations are packed with hydrators, which make them popular with self-tanners who have drier skin types,' says Harknett. While they're more subtle than full-on tans, he still recommends taking your time blending product in, especially on knees and elbows. The Telegraph 's beauty director Sonia Haria swears by the Golden Glow Gradual Tan by quiet-luxury brand Gatineau, a lightly moisturising body lotion that delivers 'just a hint of extremely natural-looking colour on the skin'. Tanning drops are another versatile alternative. 'You can really go in gently at first so that the finish isn't too far from your natural complexion,' says Harknett. 'Choose one with skincare benefits such as hyaluronic acid, and add to your facial serum or moisturiser.' Full-on tan When it comes to full-on fake tanning, Read recommends adopting a mentality of less is more, applying a fine layer of product that can always be topped up. 'With the face, start from the neck, then go up to the hairline, pressing the skin for extra absorption and working a small amount of moisturiser into the hairline itself to create a natural fade,' he says. 'When it comes to the body, use a tanning mitt, leaving the hands and feet till last and working the excess product over these areas.' He recommends refraining from washing your hands, brushing your teeth, applying deodorant or putting a bra on straight afterwards, as each can result in paler patches. Exfoliating three to four days afterwards, in contrast, will ensure that the tan fades evenly. If things go wrong, Read has some useful antidotes. 'Using a retinol is a great way to help take down an over-tanned face,' he says. 'If you have made a mistake on the body, lemon juice and baking soda can correct it. Using a steam room or going swimming will also help to fade a tan.' If only I'd known these tricks back in my tangerine days.
CBC
25-05-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Star-studded Sweden earns 2nd straight bronze medal at men's hockey worlds
Mikael Backlund and Marcus Johansson scored two goals each as Sweden beat Denmark 6-2 to take the bronze medal Sunday at the men's hockey world championship in Stockholm. It was the second straight third-place finish for Sweden while fourth place was the best-ever result for Denmark. With a star-studded team of NHL players, Sweden was hoping to end a drought dating back to 2018 at a tournament jointly staged in the Swedish capital and the Danish city of Herning. Lucas Raymond and Mika Zibanejad also scored for the hosts while Denmark got the goals from Nick Olesen and Nikolaj Ehlers. Despite the loss, it was a tournament to remember for Denmark. The Danes opened the competition with three straight losses and squeezed into the quarterfinals by prevailing over Germany 2-1 in a shootout in the final group stage game. Then the team made history by reaching the semifinals for the first time by stunning a Canada team led by Sidney Crosby 2-1 in the quarterfinals. It was Denmark's second win over Canada after also winning 3-2 at the 2022 worlds. Switzerland proved too strong for the Danes in the semis, routing them 7-0. Denmark added to the successes of less-accomplished hockey nations in the 2023 edition of the tournament when Germany took silver for its first medal since 1953 and Latvia won bronze for its first top-three finish. The United States and Switzerland were scheduled to meet in the gold medal game at 2:20 p.m. ET. WATCH | Canada musters only 1 goal in quarterfinal loss to co-host Denmark: Canada shocked by Denmark at IIHF world hockey championships 3 days ago Duration 3:37 Denmark scored 2 goals in the last 2 minutes of their quarterfinal game to defeat Canada 2-1, and eliminate them from the IIHF Hockey World Championships.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ehlers, Danes fall in Bronze Medal Game, Niederreiter, Swiss to Play for Gold
Sunday, May 25 is the final day of the 2025 IIHF World Championship, with the bronze medal and gold medal games taking place from Avicii Arena in Sweden. The host, Sweden, took care of business against Nikolaj Ehlers and Denmark early in the morning hours. The Winnipeg Jets' star pending unrestricted free agent scored once but the Danes' two goals was not enough for Sweden's strong start. Mikael Backlund and Marcus Johanson each scored twice for the Swedes, which also got goals from Lucas Raymond and Mika Zibanejad in the affair. Nino Niederreiter (two gaols) and the Swiss took down Ehlers' Danes on Saturday 7-0 to propel themselves to the final against the United States, which is looking to snap its lengthy curse of 92 years without a gold medal win at the tournament. The gold medal game will take place at 1:00 PM central on Sunday afternoon.
