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BBC News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Red Arrows display launches week-long Swanage Carnival
A week-long carnival event kicked off at the weekend with an appearance from the Red RAF's display team impressed those at the Swanage Carnival, their attendance there the first one since event is run solely by volunteers and last year donated about £30,000 to local theme for 2025's carnival is Cirque du Swanage, with organisers saying they are keen to fill the town with colour and energy, until it concludes on Saturday. You can follow BBC Dorset on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
BBC News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
'Why I celebrate the true meaning of carnival'
"Take care of those hats, they were expensive," says Joanne Alexander as she hands out costumes to her 115-strong dance mostly made up of children, is preparing to perform at Leicester's Caribbean Carnival, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year on year's event was called off with just weeks to go, with organisers citing significant financial risk and poor weather as factors behind the says the carnival, which she attended for the first time when she was eight, is "very important" to her. "It's just celebrating emancipation, freedom and celebrating the true meaning of what carnival is as black heritage people," the 47-year-old explains. The carnival has a different theme each year and this weekend's event will celebrate the "shared origins, experiences, struggles and triumphs of black communities in Leicester".As part of this, Joanne's troupe's performance will focus on the Jab Jab, a traditional and satirical form of masquerade that originated in Grenada."The back story of that is the slave masters would call black people 'devils' and basically the slaves were ridiculing them, which is why they dress up with horns and chains in black," says Joanne."They're taking the mick out of their slave masters."According to the Grenada National Trust, the tradition sometimes involves carrying chains or shackles and, at one point, even carrying serpents to make themselves look fierce, a practice that has now been banned on the Joanne, who also runs a dance and drama group called Can't Blame the Youth, taking part in the carnival is about more than just says: "We sit down and I tell them the whole back story of why we're doing carnival." The first carnival was held in 1985 and, although it is a landmark anniversary year, it has been cancelled on a handful of occasions, including during the Munroe, who is on the carnival committee and helping to organise this year's event, says the carnival was founded by Elvie Morton, who had the idea of "bringing us all together and to show that we are a community that just wants to have fun" after riots in Brixton riots took place at a time when racial tensions meant that many of Britain's inner cities were of police brutality against a black man resulted in angry crowds confronting officers for a few hours before the disturbances were an arrest the following night sparked off the rioting in earnest, first in London but then spreading to many other cities across the says: "So much was happening with police brutality and racism - and racism has risen too much in the last few years."We are so divided at the moment and I think carnival has a huge part to play in reducing that division and bringing us all together." This year's carnival will get under way with a "vibrant" opening ceremony featuring music, food stalls and children's activities at the African Caribbean Centre on Maidstone Road, where it started four decades ago, at 10:00 will gather there before a procession moves the celebrations to Victoria Park, where the main event will take parade will follow a new route designed to "increase visibility and community engagement".Setting off from the African Caribbean Centre, it will cross Swain Street Bridge and pass through the city centre before arriving at Victoria main stage line-up features a mix of DJs, dancers, live bands and other performers, with entertainment set to take place between 12:00 and 19: the opening ceremony and parade are free to attend and take part in, but the event at Victoria Park will be ticketed as it has been since Leicester City Council reduced its annual funding for the event from £100,000 to £60,000 in 2014. According to Tara, the carnival was once "one of the biggest in Europe" and she hopes it can return to its former glory."This year has been a massive learning curve, we've had a lot to overcome and to understand about how things work," she says."God willing, I will still be there next year and, moving forward, it needs to be as soon as carnival is done, give it a month and we're working towards the next one."I'm on the old team now. We need to bring these young people in and see how they want to make it move forward."
CBS News
5 days ago
- General
- CBS News
A tour of the food, fun and animals at the Fayette County Fair
For 70 years, tens of thousands of people have visited Fayette County each year for its county fair. The 10-day event kicked off on Thursday. Fair-goers can attend through Saturday, Aug. 2, and can enjoy the carnival rides, games, fair food and lots of entertainment. KDKA talked to a local vendor who has been offering specialty food for around 20 years. "You can get Italian sausage and sauce, cheesesteaks, meatball sandwiches, chicken parm. We make fresh dough daily for our pizzas," said Jim Cellurale of Marilyn's Italian Kitchen. As you get deeper into the grounds, there's a large area where 4-H is the focal point of the fair. "I have a camper, so I'm here 24/7. I get up early in the morning, feed your animal, bathe your animal, get them ready, and then have to wait around for the show," said Eli Wolf, who is involved in 4-H. In 4-H, kids complete hands-on projects in areas including health, science, agriculture and civic engagement. "4-H has taught me a lot of things, not just about animals, but also about teamwork and helping out each other, because it's really just like a giant community of people," Wolf said. He told KDKA he has shown goats for several years. "Unlike the carnival and stuff, these are projects done by kids as a family and as a community. So, I think that's really important that people come out and support this," Wolf said. "If you see every person here, they'll have a story to tell about how they've worked hard day and night coming out." Organizers said the roots of the fair surround the people and agriculture that's been embedded in Fayette County since the 1950s. "That has always been the base of our fair. From 4-H and even to open, we have exhibitors who are, they're adults, and they grew up in 4-H and then they are done with 4-H, aged out of 4-H, and then they're still doing it. I'm one of them," said Danielle Hansen, vice president of the fair board. Hansen touted that the fair in Fayette County is one of the biggest in the state., It's definitely something to be proud of here Fayette County," Hansen said. As a fair-goer, you can also head to the outdoor arena for the tractor pull, demolition derby and monster truck races. Hansen said there are also other entertainment options for families to enjoy. "This year, I have John Cassidy. He does comedy magic and things with balloons. We have a strong man act. He's an extreme strong man. And we have another circus act," Hansen said. "So, there's so many fun acts down there that a lot of people, I think, they're family acts, not just for little kids, or you know, adults, there's a lot of things that are offered in our family area."
The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I had no idea going to a carnival could be dangerous until my wardrobe malfunctioned – people say I should move country
A YOUNG woman was left blushing after a wardrobe malfunction at a carnival. Kariah, from Louisiana, US, took to social media to share what happened after a friend managed to capture the moment on video. 2 In the clip, Kariah started by showing off the outfit she put together for her fun-filled day at the carnival. She wore a long-sleeved shirt in blue and white stripes which she tied in the middle to make it cropped. Kariah then paired the look with a glam yellow and silver feathered mini skirt. "POV: You went to play playground in a skirt," she wrote over the clip of her dancing and showing off her outfit. But then she revealed the reason why she should have picked something else to wear. Kariah and her group of girlfriends decided to try the Velcro Wall Game. You essentially put on a velcro suit and run to a sticky wall and try to get attached to the target. And Kariah was game to join in on the festivities. She put the suit on and made a sprint for the target and everything seemed to go as planned as she hit the middle. However, as she was stuck to the board her friends noticed something mortifying. I only have one dress to wear to my grandad's funeral but worry it's too booby - trolls agree & say I'm 'disrespectful' The back of the velcro jumpsuit had a large hole in the butt area and as Kariah had jumped up, her skirt came up to leaving her stuck to the wall with her bottom on full display. "10/10 but wouldn't recommend," she captioned the clip, which went viral with over 5 million views on her TikTok account @ kariahh1. People were quick to take to the comments, and said they would leave the country if it happened to them. One person wrote: "You need to move country and change your identity." Another commented: "I would've started crying lmaooo omg." "I think this qualifies you for witness protection, I would disappear," penned a third. Can you be dress coded for wearing crop tops in public? The concept of being "dress coded" typically applies to specific environments such as schools, workplaces, or certain establishments where dress codes are enforced to maintain a particular standard or atmosphere. In public spaces, however, the situation is generally more relaxed and governed by societal norms rather than strict rules. That said, whether or not you can be dress coded for wearing a crop top in public largely depends on the context and location: Public Spaces: In most public spaces, like parks, streets, and beaches, wearing a crop top is generally acceptable and unlikely to result in any formal repercussions. People have the freedom to dress as they choose, provided they adhere to basic standards of decency and local laws. Establishments and Venues: Some restaurants, shops, or clubs may have their own dress codes. It's possible that a crop top might not meet the dress requirements for more formal venues. In such cases, staff may politely request that you adhere to their dress code or deny entry. Schools and Workplaces: Educational institutions and workplaces often have dress codes in place. Crop tops may be considered inappropriate in these settings, and you could be asked to change into more suitable attire. Cultural and Regional Considerations: In certain cultures or regions, norms and expectations around acceptable clothing can vary widely. It's always a good idea to be aware of and respect local customs and dress codes when travelling. Meanwhile, a fourth said: "Flames of embarrassment would've engulfed me." "I haven't laughed this hard in a while,' claimed a fifth
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nearly 110,000 Enjoy 2025 Sands Shopping Carnival
Sixth edition of Macao's tourism and leisure extravaganza July 17-19Drawing more than 640,000 visits to date MACAO, July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Macao's largest sales event, the 2025 Sands Shopping Carnival, ran July 17-19 at The Venetian® Macao's Cotai Expo, concluding one day ahead of schedule due to Typhoon Wipha. This year's carnival holds significant influence as it received an overwhelming response from local residents and tourists – the shortened three-day run attracted nearly 110,000 visits, close to the number for last year's four-day event. Total visitation is now more than 640,000 since the carnival debuted in 2020. Now in its sixth edition, the event is organised by Sands China Ltd. and co-organised by the Macao Chamber of Commerce. As Sands China's annual signature event, it continues to create synergy between local small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Sands retailers, local NGOs, and the arts and culture community, in a bid to attract local residents and consumers from the Greater Bay Area and Hong Kong. This year's carnival featured more than 580 booths, spanning eight exhibition zones: Sands retailers; household products; gourmet and wine; food court; coffee; Macao cultural and creative; play and fun; and a visitor-centric Macao specialties and souvenirs zone. The coffee zone was new this year, added in response to Macao's blooming café scene, featuring popular brands to meet the demand of the current spending trend. An open-mic busking space was set up outside the coffee zone for visitors to unleash their musical skills, bringing a joyful vibe to the carnival. Dr. Wilfred Wong, executive vice chairman of Sands China Ltd., said: "Originally scheduled for four days, the 2025 Sands Shopping Carnival concluded one day earlier than expected due to the typhoon. We would like to extend our gratitude to all parties for their tremendous support to our event, no matter rain or shine. We are encouraged to see that the carnival was well-received by local residents and tourists, reaching nearly 110,000 visits during the three-day run. This remarkable result demonstrates the effectiveness of the unique model of housing local SMEs and Sands retailers under one roof. "Our sincere gratitude goes to the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Macao SAR, the Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT), the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), and the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM); sponsors from BOC Macau, ICBC (Macau), Bank of Communications Co., Ltd. Macau Branch and BNU; the Macao Chamber of Commerce as the co-organiser; and partners, exhibitors, local residents, tourists, contestants, and all sectors of society for their generous support, making this tourism and leisure extravaganza a success again. Looking ahead, in line with the cross-sector integration of 'tourism +,' we will continue infusing new elements into the carnival, injecting robust momentum to the sustainable and high-quality development of Macao tourism industry." Visitors to the carnival enjoyed browsing more than 5,000 products for MOP 1 each day and finding up to 90 percent off selected products from international brands. Getting to and from the carnival was made convenient by a free shuttle service and free parking. Audiences applauded the performances and winners of one of the highlights in the carnival – the ICBC ePay Presents: Greater Bay Area Karaoke King Singing Competition. Attracting more than 100 contestants from the Greater Bay Area, the entertaining competition contributed to the exciting atmosphere of the carnival, showcasing the charm of diverse cultures. Sands China invited several local community organisations to participate in the carnival to inject vitality to the event while promoting social inclusion in the community. The number of participating community organisations has grown over six years from an initial three to a record-high 19. The carnival aims to provide them with an opportunity to raise awareness about their support services among local residents and tourists, while offering vocational training for their members. The Sands Cares Ambassadors volunteered to give on-site support to community groups during the festival, accompanying members of the Salvation Army Joy Family Integrated Service Centre to enjoy a fun karting experience and play at some of the carnival's game booths. The volunteers also joined the carnival's BOC Smart Kids Presents: Little Master Chef Workshop with members of the Macau Catholic Family Advisory Council. The popular workshop, led by Sands China's food and beverage team, gave parents and children an opportunity to work together to prepare sushi and experience the fun of culinary arts. As has become tradition, the carnival provided an opportunity for members of Macau Special Olympics to role play as news reporters and editors. They conducted interviews and took photos and video, which they will use to write, edit and do post-production for their news reports. The carnival operated with environmental awareness, in line with the goals of the Sands ECO360 global sustainability strategy. Local NGO Green Future, along with a group of Sands ECO360 Ambassadors, demonstrated effective methods for recycling cardboard, plastic and metal to exhibitors, teaching them practical knowledge and techniques for recycling. In addition, the Sands Plastic-Free July Workshop helped shoppers turn waste into treasure to encourage a plastic-free lifestyle. Sands China invited some of the outstanding businesses from the company's Community Revitalisation Series – Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme for Rua das Estalagens and local retailers from the former Iec Long Firecracker Factory to run booths at the carnival, with the aim of giving them a stronger footing and exposure in the local commercial market. The Sands EmpowHER team member resource group also joined the carnival with a booth that gave participating female employees a platform to showcase their entrepreneurial talents, promoting experiential learning and supporting professional development. The 2025 Sands Shopping Carnival was organised by Sands China Ltd. and co-organised by the Macao Chamber of Commerce (MCC), with the full support of the Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT), the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), and the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM). It was sponsored by BOC Macau, ICBC (Macau), Bank of Communications Co., Ltd. Macau Branch, and BNU. About Sands China Ltd. Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company's integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao, The Parisian® Macao and The Londoner Macao®. The Company also owns and operates Sands® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company's portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, the Londoner Theatre and the Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company's Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao's transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS). For more information, please visit Media contacts:Corporate Communications, Sands China WuTel: +853 8118 2268Email: Jesse ChiangTel: +853 8118 2054Email: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sands China Ltd. Sign in to access your portfolio
