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Boston Globe
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
A love note in a bottle is found years later, an ocean away
Nearly 13 years later, Kate and Jon Gay, who were walking on a beach in Ireland, nearly 2,000 miles away on the other side of the Atlantic, came across the bottle with the note inside. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up They were walking on the Maharees - a stretch of coastline in western Ireland - when they found the bottle on Monday, Kate Gay told The Post in an email. She said they decided to save opening it for a meeting that evening with the Maharees Conservation Association and local artists for a project about resilience and climate adaptations for coastal communities. Advertisement 'It seemed like a fun way to start the meeting,' she said, 'and I wasn't wrong! That bottle had survived so many storms that have caused damage, erosion and flooding in Maharees … yet it arrived on our beach that day, a little weathered but holding strong!' Advertisement Everyone was delighted, and intrigued by the note inside, which read: 'Anita and Brad's day trip to Bell Island. Today, we enjoyed dinner, this bottle of wine and each other, at the edge of the island. If you find this please call us,' followed by a phone number. While the phone number did not work, the group raised a toast of nonalcoholic mojitos to Brad and Anita, and wished them the best. Martha Farrell, co-founder of the MCA, then posted the news on the group's Facebook page - sparking a viral detective hunt as people tried to track down the mysterious Brad and Anita, and wondered: Were the two still together? At home in Portugal Cove-St Philips, Newfoundland, Anita said she was putting her son to bed when her and Brad's phones started buzzing with messages. Within an hour, she was in touch with Farrell and able to confirm that she and Brad were indeed still together - in fact, they married in 2016 and have three children, and she has changed her surname to Squires. Finding out the couple's news 'was like the perfect ending,' Farrell told The Post in a phone interview Friday. She said it felt like 'serendipity' for a member of the group to have found a bottle and a story that had traversed an ocean and linked two communities on either side of the Atlantic. 'It's almost like a love letter to each other capturing that moment in time in their lives,' she said. Gay said the response to the romantic story 'has been phenomenal,' adding, 'the message in a bottle has gone from being a time capsule of a happy moment on Bell Island to a metaphor for resilience and the ripple effect of positive actions and connections.' Advertisement The conservation group has invited the couple to Ireland next year to celebrate its 10th anniversary, which coincides with the Squireses' 10-year wedding anniversary. Anita, who is from Prince Edward Island, is also working to connect the Irish group to local Canadian initiatives. 'We were so surprised to hear that this had even happened and how big the story has become,' Anita said. 'A private moment between Brad and I all those years ago now is reaching so far and so big, it's hard to believe.' As for what the Squires children think of their parents' story, Anita said they were unfazed. 'We've always loved each other. We've always had a happy relationship, so I think they just think it's kind of like a cute cherry on top,' she said.
India.com
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Panchayat salary structure: Faisal Malik reveals actors are paid in..., final payment will happen if...
Panchayat salary structure: Faisal Malik reveals actors are paid in..., final payment will happen if... In the ever-evolving world of showbiz, many shows come and go, but among this overloaded content, some rare gems stand out like no other and create a magic that remains unmatched. One such similar tale is of a show that recently made a comeback with its fourth season after garnering a lot of love and appreciation for the previous three seasons. The show that we are talking about is none other than Panchayat season 4. One of the most popular shows of recent times, its fourth season recently returned on OTT. It featured a star-studded cast including Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Faisal Malik, Chandan Roy, Sanvikaa, Durgesh Kumar, Sunita Rajwar, and Pankaj Jha in the lead. Besides the massive fan base and each character resonating with the audience, fans are also intrigued to know the earnings of each actor. Panchayat Star Cast Salaries Revealed As per the reports, Jitendra Kumar, who plays the lead role in Panchayat, earns Rs 70,000 per episode. Following him is Neena Gupta and Raghubir Yadav, who charge Rs 50,000 and Rs 40,000 respectively. Faisal Malik and Chandan Roy earn the least with Rs 20,000 per episode. If these reports are to be believed, then Jitendra Kumar's earnings per season are at around Rs 5.6 lakh, Neena Gupta's at Rs 4 lakh, and Raghubir Yadav's at Rs 3.2 lakh. Since there is no official confirmation, fans are skeptical about their exact figures. In a recent podcast, Faisal Malik revealed how actors get paid. He said, 'The discussion about money starts after you agree to do the project.' Although he doesn't reveal the exact figures, he says, 'Sab acha tha.' Payment Structure Speaking about the payment method, he shares, 'Payments happen in various ways. Some pay on per per-day basis, some pay the total. Ideally, the structure that the corporates are following today is: They divide salaries per day wise. They divide your fees by the number of days you are going to work on the project. Then they convert it into installments. They pay a certain amount at the time of signing. Then starting of the shoot, followed by the middle of the shoot, end of the shoot, end of dubbing, and eventually after release. They pay in about five segments. This takes over a year. Until your show is released, you don't receive your final payment.' Speaking about raises and appraisals, he said, 'They increase your fees only if you have made them write it in your contract. The performance of the show doesn't really change anything.' Speaking about his contract, he said, 'I had added this clause in my contract. Sab acha hai.' After the major success of Panchayat Season 4, Panchayat Season 5 has also been confirmed, and it will air in 2026.
The South African
13-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
'Al Ahly appreciate their coaches more than Chiefs and Pirates'
Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Pitso Mosimane feels Al Ahly fans appreciate their coaches more than Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs. The 60-year-old has been a free agent since leaving Iran earlier this year. Having spent three years at Al Ahly, Mosimane has been well celebrated in Egypt, where he won numerous trophies, including two CAF Champions League titles. 'I think I am more appreciated a little bit outside than in my country, but yes, I am loved in the country,' he told SuperSport TV . 'You see, every time I move around, people give me respect, and I am humbled. It is the game of football that has given me that chance, but in Egypt, it is another story, and that is [Al Ahly], the biggest club, one of the biggest clubs in the world.' Pitso has mentioned South African football culture, where supporters are not intrigued by local coaches upon meeting them. During his Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns days, Mosimane would walk into a mall, and be greeted by some fans while others would continue with their business of the day. In Egypt, however, things are different according to Jingles. 'Look, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs are big in the country, we all know that, but the coach of Orlando Pirates and Chiefs can pass [in town] and it is okay. 'In Egypt, if you coach Al Ahly, you don't pass, they stop you and they treat you like God,' Mosimane concluded. In recent weeks, Pitso Mosimane has been one of the coaches linked to Orlando Pirates following the departure of Jose Riveiro. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Los Angeles Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Review: Jack of all trades, a master of none: 'Alter Ego' by Lisa
Lalisa Manobal , widely known by her stage name Lisa, has always been considered the boldest and most energetic Blackpink member. Known for her sharp dance moves and magnetic presence, the star is one of the most loved K-pop idols worldwide. On Feb. 28, 2025, Lisa kick-started her solo career by releasing her debut album, 'Alter Ego,' with her own record label, LLoud. The album's premise is exploring five of Lisa's alter egos —named Roxi, Kiki, Vixi, Sunni and Speedi. According to the rapper herself, the debut album is a product of her experimenting with different styles. The concept of various personas initially intrigued me, hoping to see new sides of Lisa that had been suppressed by the limitations of YG Entertainment, her previous music label. However, the album doesn't commit to a cohesive direction in terms of music style and narration, failing to capture Lisa's artistry to its fullest extent. Pop-rap tracks such as 'Rockstar' and 'Lifestyle' contain catchy beats and lyrics about confidence and success. The 80s-inspired opener 'Born Again' and disco-pop track 'Moonlit Floor,' sampling a 90's classic, 'Kiss Me,' by Sixpence None The Richer , take the listener back in time while also exploring more sentimental topics. Lastly, synth-pop tracks such as 'New Woman' and 'Chill' explore a completely different sound compared to the other songs in the album. 'Alter Ego' is packed with guest appearances, including Raye , Doja Cat , Rosalía , Future , Tyla and Megan Thee Stallion , which does more harm than good. These household names in the music industry showcase distinct music genres, outshining Lisa who only adapts to her co-singers' styles. For instance, 'When I'm With You,' sounds like a track from Tyla's discography with Lisa as a feature, not the other way around. This is because Tyla has been known for creatively mixing South African music and dance with R&B and pop, but Lisa has never been associated with such style before. British singer-songwriter Raye and American rapper Doja Cat also steal the stage with their outstanding vocal performance in the powerful electropop opener 'Born Again.' The song sets a high initial expectation for the following tracks because of its heartfelt lyrics and addictive melody, which makes the rest of 'Alter Ego' underwhelming for listeners. The bigger issue of this debut, however, lies in its lyricism. Some lines, such as ''Lisa, can you teach me Japanese?'' in her lead single, 'Rockstar,' simply lack intent and are out of place in the song. In other cases, Lisa repeatedly name-checks brands and flexes her wealth. For example, she sings, 'With five bad girls in the Honda Civic (Honda Civic)' in 'BADGRRRL' and 'Lo-lo-lo-lovin' it, these checks be comin' in / These checks be doublin'' in 'Lifestyle.' Having a couple of songs with such lyrics have the potential to be engaging, but the recycling of the same shallow topics makes the album repetitive and takes away from the listening experience. While Lisa sings about love and heartbreak in her softer songs such as 'Moonlit Floor' and 'Dream,' the restriction on the topics Lisa covers in her rap verses makes her album fall under a blunt category: ballads are for emotions and rap is for aggression. The album did not present a nuanced theme or a coherent personal narrative, which was the ultimate deal-breaker for me. Despite its shortcomings, some tracks of the album demonstrate Lisa's strengths as a vocalist and rapper. One of the highlights of the album is 'Born Again,' one of the strongest works from Lisa's discography thus far, with rejuvenating lyrics about heartbreak, self-discovery and reinventing oneself. Another standout song is track 11, 'Lifestyle,' which quickly became a fan favorite upon release. The upbeat, heavy bass track was hailed as an empowering anthem, as many of Lisa and Blackpink's songs are. On the other hand, track 12 of the album, 'Chill,' showed a new and distinct side of Lisa and demonstrated her strengths vocally. The synth-pop track was the perfect blend of chill vibes and danceable beats, embodying the rapper's confident, swaggy personality through a refreshing style. The song became an instant favorite of mine because of how it highlighted Lisa's voice and complemented her artistic persona while also exploring something new. In my opinion, 'Chill' was the only song that truly achieved the goals that Lisa appeared to have when creating her debut album. The primary issue of 'Alter Ego' is its lack of originality. With an incoherent theme, repetitive lyrics and unnecessary features, the album fails to take its listener through a unique journey. However, its versatility in terms of genres and sounds allows fans to see new sides of Lisa, highlighting her potential for growth. Even though 'Alter Ego' fails to showcase Lisa's unique identity, it is still a huge milestone for her career as an independent soloist. Related
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
From giant star to your necklace: Indian-origin NASA scientist finds a billion-year-old alien connection to gold
A groundbreaking study led by Anirudh Patel suggests that magnetars—rare, highly magnetic neutron stars—played a key role in the formation of gold and other heavy elements in the universe. By re-examining 20-year-old space data, scientists found that intense magnetar flares could have contributed up to 10% of the heavy elements in our galaxy. This discovery opens a new frontier in astrophysics, revealing the cosmic origins of precious metals found on Earth and in modern technology. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Magnetars: The unlikely goldsmiths of the universe A closer look at the cosmic "starquakes" Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The role of Gamma Rays in unveiling element formation A game-changer for astrophysics The cosmic origins of gold and other precious metals The origin of heavy elements like gold, platinum, and uranium has long been one of the universe's greatest mysteries. While lighter elements were forged in stars, the source of these heavier elements remained unclear for decades. Now, scientists suggest that magnetars , a rare type of neutron star, might be the key to understanding how gold and other precious metals formed. New research based on decades-old space data offers a fresh perspective on how these elements might have been created in the depths of a recent study led by Anirudh Patel , a Ph.D. student at Columbia University , magnetars have been proposed as major contributors to the creation of heavy elements. Magnetars are highly magnetic remnants of supernova explosions, their magnetic fields trillions of times stronger than Earth's. These stars occasionally release massive bursts of energy—known as magnetar flares—during which they expel high-energy radiation capable of influencing Earth's to Patel, these flares could have played a crucial role in the formation of elements heavier than iron. "It's a fun puzzle that hasn't actually been solved," Patel said, reflecting on the mystery that has intrigued astronomers for years. His team discovered that magnetar flares could account for up to 10% of the heavy elements in our galaxy, including gold, platinum, and uranium. This would make magnetars among the first cosmic goldsmiths in the are more than just stellar oddities. These neutron stars are incredibly dense—just a teaspoon of their matter would weigh billions of tonnes on Earth. When they experience intense internal stresses, their crusts can crack open in what are known as "starquakes." These violent events unleash powerful magnetar flares that can be seen from Earth, even though they occur thousands of light-years Burns, a co-author of the study from Louisiana State University, described this discovery as a breakthrough in astrophysics . "It's like solving a century-old riddle using forgotten observations," he said. By re-examining old data from ESA and NASA telescopes, the team found that these violent outbursts could generate the conditions necessary for the rapid neutron capture process, or " r-process ," which is responsible for creating heavy elements like 2017, scientists witnessed the merger of two neutron stars, providing direct evidence of the r-process in action. However, such mergers are rare and occur too late in the universe's history to explain the formation of early elements. Patel's team, therefore, turned to magnetar flares, which are much more frequent and occur earlier in the universe's life suggested that gamma rays—rather than visible or ultraviolet light—might provide a clearer signal of element creation during magnetar flares. When they revisited data from a magnetar flare observed in 2004 by ESA's retired INTEGRAL satellite, the team was stunned to find a gamma-ray signal that matched their predictions. This finding was later confirmed by two additional NASA missions , RHESSI and Wind, which independently detected the same discovery opens a new chapter in astrophysics. NASA's upcoming COSI mission, launching in 2027, will provide an even more detailed view of cosmic explosions like magnetar flares. With a wide-field gamma-ray telescope, COSI could offer direct observations of the elements created during these stellar outbursts, potentially validating Patel's implications of this research extend beyond the academic world. "It's very cool to think about how some of the stuff in my phone or my laptop was forged in this extreme explosion," Patel mused, underscoring the cosmic journey that brought elements from distant stars into everyday platinum, and other precious metals have long been linked to meteorite bombardments and the cooling of Earth's core. However, this new research suggests a far more explosive origin. The heavy elements we value today might not have just arrived via meteorites, but were also forged in the intense flares of distant magnetars. The 2004 flare alone, according to Patel's team, could have produced the equivalent of a third of Earth's mass in heavy metals, shedding light on the incredible forces behind the creation of the precious materials that shape our research, published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters, presents a transformative shift in how we understand the formation of elements in the universe. By turning to older data with fresh insight, scientists have uncovered a surprising and profound source of some of the most precious materials in existence. The idea that gold—whether in wedding rings or smartphones—might have its origins in the violent death throes of a magnetar is a humbling thought. As we look to the future, researchers are eager to explore more ancient cosmic signals, hoping to uncover further secrets of the universe's hidden goldmines.
