Oscars Unveil New Stunt Design Award for Centennial Ceremony

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CISLe" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CISLe.jpg"/> <p> Better late than never... </p> <p> From Buster Keaton to Tom Cruise's relentless pursuit of evading mortality in each new project. <strong> Mission: Impossible movie </strong> via Gareth Evans’ breathtaking The Raid A diptych, along with stuntwork and stunt performers, has been an essential component of filmmaking from the very beginning. </p> <p> Now, following decades of passionate appeals for an Oscar acknowledging the craft of stunts, the Academy has opted to present an official award for it. </p> <p> A new award for outstanding achievement in stunt design will be introduced beginning with the 100th Academy Awards, honoring movies released in 2027. </p> <p> From the very beginning of film history, stunt designing has played a crucial role in movie production," stated both Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang together. "It gives us great pleasure to recognize the groundbreaking efforts of these skilled technicians and creatives, and we applaud their unwavering commitment and passion as they reach this significant milestone. </p> <p> David Leitch, who directed The Fall Guy , which served as an homage to stunt performers, played a key role in initiating the push for the new award. </p> <p> Leitch started his career as a stunt performer for celebrities such as Brad Pitt before moving on to direct movies featuring plenty of stunts. John Wick He and Chris O'Hara, the stunt coordinator and designer from Stunts Unlimited, presented to the academy to advocate for the introduction of a new award category. </p> <p> Stuntwork plays an indispensable role across all genres of cinema and has strong roots within our industry’s heritage—from the pioneering efforts of legends such as Buster Keaton, Harold Lloyd, and Charlie Chaplin—to the awe-inspiring craftsmanship of contemporary stunt creators, directors, artists, and performers,” stated Leitch. "For many years, Chris O'Hara and I have been dedicated to bringing this achievement into reality, building upon the hard-fought endeavors of these talented stunt experts who have long sought acknowledgment. We feel deeply appreciative. </p> <p> So are we, despite other award shows being pioneers in recognizing stunt work. </p> <p> For instance, the Emmy Awards celebrate stunt coordination and individual stunt performances, whereas the Screen Actors Guild Awards acknowledge outstanding ensemble stunts in both TV shows and movies. </p> <p> Chad Stahelski, who co-directed John Wick And despite having performed stunts for Keanu Reeves, he mentioned that there's still more work to be done. </p> <p> “I completely agree with the concept of introducing an Oscar for stunt coordination; please understand my enthusiasm,” he stated. “However, now I’m curious about how they will determine who receives this accolade and ultimately wins the award? Unlike 100 years back where a single individual handled these tasks, today it involves teamwork.” </p> <p> Stahelski commented further: "The stunts sector is highly cooperative and intricate. How do we decide where this should be attributed? Since we've been striving for recognition in this field for a century, let's ensure it gets credited appropriately." </p> <p> Well, Stahelski, Cruise, and the entire crew behind it Mad Max: Fury Road Cast your ballots for the late-in-life awards. Let's begin with those. </p>

Oscars Unveil New Stunt Design Award for Centennial Ceremony

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How Cats could join rare air as “super athlete” enters Rising Star favouritism

<p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CklF1" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CklF1.jpg"/> </p> <p> Geelong could become just the second team this century to claim successive Rising Star Awards if young defender Connor O'Sullivan 's current form is anything to go by. </p> <p> The Murray Bishrangers product was among the Cats' best on Friday night against Melbourne, recording 23 disposals, 13 marks, eight intercept possessions, six score involvements and 10 contested possessions while using the ball at 87 per cent efficiency. </p> <p> The performance came in O'Sullivan's fifth game at AFL level, having held his place in Chris Scott 's side to start the season following a one-game debut campaign in 2024. </p> <p> The athletic and composed 198cm teenager was taken with Pick 11 at the 2023 AFL Draft off the back of a stellar season with the Allies, who he claimed MVP honours with in the squad's maiden National Championships title. </p> <p> Rated as a mobile key defender who can also swing forward, the Cats are already seeing the signs in their long-term investment of O'Sullivan to start the new season. </p> <p> "It's difficult for very young key defenders to come in and play good AFL footy right from the start," his coach Chris Scott said on Friday night. </p> <p> "It's not as if you can hide outside the contest, you've often got to come in and play on big, strong 10-year veteran key forwards. We've been reticent to throw him to the wolves in that sort of scenario. </p> <p> "But he's a super athlete, one of the best runners in a team of good runners. That's saying something at 198cms. He has the capacity to play as a genuine key defender, but he can read the play well enough (to play elsewhere). </p> <p> "The feedback we got from recruiters is he's a key defender, but he was a high possessions winner in his junior footy. </p> <p> "He's a brilliant athlete to watch in the pre-season, but what appeals to me the most is his craft. He made it as difficult for Melbourne forwards as any of our backs." </p> <p> O'Sullivan's latest performance, which came less than a fortnight after receiving the Round 2 Rising Star nomination, will place the Albury junior ahead of the pack for this year's award. </p> <p> His favouritism follows teammate Oliver Dempsey 's win last season, with the mercurial Cats wing-forward hybrid being the first Geelong player since club great Joel Selwood - who did so in 2007 - to take out the Rising Star Award. </p> <p> O'Sullivan could be the third Cat to claim the Ron Evans Medal and combine with Dempsey to see the Rising Star Award won by the same club in back-to-back years for just the third time in its existence. </p> <p> The last time that feat was managed came in 2001-2002 as St Kilda's Pick 1 and 2 selections from the 2000 AFL Draft - Nick Riewoldt and Justin Koschitzke - took out the title. </p> <p> O'Sullivan's coach was one-half of the only other time a side has won successive Rising Star Awards, with Scott claiming the honour in 1994 - a year after one-time Brisbane Bear Nathan Buckley won the very first honour. </p> <p> Geelong have had three Rising Star nominations since Dempsey claimed his nod after Round 1 last year, with defender Lawson Humphries following suit in Round 18 the same season. </p> <p> The Cats had just one nomination in the 97 rounds prior to Dempsey's, with premiership tall Sam De Koning earning his in Round 11, 2022, snapping a drought after Cat-turned-Docker Jordan Clark 's nomination back in Round 15, 2019. </p>

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Experience the Ultimate Thrill: Why the Grand National Reigns Supreme as Sport's Greatest 10 Minutes

<ul class="mol-bullets-with-font"> <li class="class"> <strong> The Grand National Festival kicked off at Aintree Racecourse on Thursday. </strong> </li> <li class="class"> <strong> I Am Maximus makes strong assertions to claim victory once more, yet guarantees do not exist. </strong> </li> </ul> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> "This Means More" is a phrase that was created. Liverpool Not too long ago, it was crafted with one of the city’s football teams in mind, yet it perfectly complements the Randox. Grand National . </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> Motorsport never ceases. We are pampered with the choices. Cheltenham Festival , Royal Ascot And among all those legendary classics, the race that captures everyone's attention, be you a seasoned champion trainer like Willie Mullins or someone who bets only once a year, is the grand spectacle of Aintree. This is what makes it so significant. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> Certainly, the Grand National has faced increased scrutiny in recent times. Leading up to this festival, which keeps getting more popular, I've had numerous interviews where many have commented that things aren't how they used to be at the race. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> It definitely isn’t the competition I admired growing up, where the barriers looked as towering as mountains. But this one seems too different now. The race has had to evolve, especially following the 2023 run, which was the first time ever that viewing made me feel uneasy. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> Many would argue that the 2024 renewal was too easy to follow, but consider this instead: with the race tightening up near the finish and over a dozen horses still in contention, did those viewers who make watching their yearly habit fret much about how many of the competitors were trained by Mullins? </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> Most of the folks gathered at Aintree, as well as those watching from home, won't be concerned with fence sizes or how many horses an owner has entered when the race starts at 4 pm. Their main focus will simply be on cheering for their favorite horse to triumph and relishing the excitement of the event. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CjU9J" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CjU9J.jpg"/> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CjU9M" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CjU9M.jpg"/> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Ck1mW" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Ck1mW.jpg"/> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> This occasion continues to be a national gem. Our viewership on ITV will likely triple compared to what we achieve on Cheltenham Gold Cup day, and I would debate anybody, anytime, that this still stands as the most thrilling 10 minutes in sports you could watch. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> Who comes out on top then? The champion from last year, I Am Maximus, boasts very strong credentials. My peer, Sir Anthony McCoy, has mentioned him with growing enthusiasm, and it's clear how puffed up his trainer, Mullins, has become over him. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> If you assume that being favored like I Am Maximus makes the storyline obvious, reconsider. There’s nothing predictable about races. Just look back to what happened last month at Cheltenham and then see how Constitution Hill stumbled once more on Thursday. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> Trust me, identifying the victor has never been more challenging. If we look back two decades, one could easily eliminate half of the competitors at first glance. However, this time around, managing to exclude just six from the 34 contestants would be impressive. This competition boasts an elite lineup brimming with Grade One champions and top-tier talent. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> Gavin Cromwell, this season’s top trainer, holds the key to everything. I hold him in high regard, and he aims to become part of an exclusive club by winning both the Gold Cup and the Grand National in the same year following Inothewayurthinkin's impressive victory at Cheltenham last month. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> Cromwell might have entered Inothewayurthinkin, yet opted for three runners including Stumptown, Vanillier, and my top pick, Perceval Legallois, who was aimed at the Grand National after his impressive victory at Leopardstown during the holidays. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> There’s a strong energy around him, and you can bet he’ll be part of the competition. Vanillier could put up a fearless display as he arrives at Aintree in peak condition; such an effort wouldn’t come as a surprise. Two years back, he finished second, though he underperformed over the past year. However, he showed good form with a solid run at Cheltenham just last month. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Ck3oK" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Ck3oK.jpg"/> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> We've grown accustomed to Irish stables dominating our major races — it's been ten years since an English trainer claimed victory in the National. However, this year's home defense seems more robust than it has been in quite a while, with Kandoo Kid spearheading the charge for Paul Nicholls. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> Nicky Henderson oversees Hyland, a grey gelding expected to thrive in firm ground conditions. He aims to enhance his stellar training record by breaking a 46-year drought at the National. Given all that transpired with Constitution Hill, everyone hopes for some better fortune for him this time around. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> A fantastic tale would involve trainer Richard Phillips and owner John Rosbotham achieving success with Idas Boy; their aspiration for this has existed since they were at junior school together 55 years ago, and the jubilation would be immense should this dream materialize. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> I feel the same way; backing the winning horse would be great. However, even if my chosen horses don't place at all, I wouldn’t complain as long as there’s some drama involved. What the Grand National truly requires is this sense of romance—the belief that anybody could triumph in this beloved event. By around 4:10 pm, I'm hoping to recount a thrilling tale. </p> <p class="mol-para-with-font"> <strong> Ed Chamberlin serves as a Sky Bet UK ambassador. </strong> </p> Read more

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Miss Grand International Nguyen Thuy Tien Banned From Leaving Vietnam for Alleged False Advertising Scandal

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CmSMQ" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CmSMQ.jpg"/> <p> Miss Grand International 2021 Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien has been temporarily banned from leaving Vietnam from March 15 to May 15 for an investigation into misleading advertising of Kera Supergreens Gummies, a fiber supplement. </p> <table class="tplCaption"> <tr> <td> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CmIXr" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CmIXr.jpg"/> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <p class="Image"> Miss Grand International 2021 Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien. Photo from Tien's Instagram </p> </td> </tr> </table> <p class="Normal"> The travel restriction was imposed by the Dak Lak Provincial Police, following earlier action against Tien, who was fined VND25 million (US$969) for failing to disclose that her promotional social media posts about the product were sponsored—an apparent breach of advertising regulations. </p> <p class="Normal"> In Dec. 2024, Tien announced a collaboration with online influencers Pham Quang Linh and Nguyen Thi Thai Hang to launch Kera Supergreens Gummies . On her Facebook account, which boasts over 2.6 million followers, Tien promoted the product, describing it as a convenient and nutritious snack suitable for both children and adults, claiming "a gummy contains a dish’s worth of vegetables." </p> <p class="Normal"> However, a consumer later discovered discrepancies between the advertised ingredients and the actual content of the product after taking it to the Quality Assurance and Testing Center 2 for testing. The results revealed that the entire 30-gummy box contained only 0.51 grams of fiber, far less than advertised, leading to public backlash. </p> <p class="Normal"> In response to the complaints, Tien removed the related posts from her Facebook page. </p> <p class="Normal"> The Ho Chi Minh City Food Safety Department later released the results of a product test for Kera Supergreens Gummies, conducted at the request of the Ministry of Health’s Food Safety Department. The department confirmed that the test results for the gummies showed the levels of sugar, protein, fat, and energy content "were generally consistent with the official Product Self-Declaration." However, the product’s packaging did not mention fiber content, despite the product being marketed as a fiber supplement. </p> <p class="Normal"> Given these findings, officials determined that Kera Supergreens Gummies is not a "fake" item. </p> <p class="Normal"> Tien, Linh, and Hang were later called in for interrogation, during which they all confessed to supplying incorrect details regarding the product. Linh and Hang each received fines of 140 million Vietnamese dong for their deceptive advertisements, whereas Tien offered a public apology. </p> <p class="Normal"> At just 26 years old, Tien became the first Vietnamese competitor to make history by winning the contest. Miss Grand International title. </p>

Miss Grand International Nguyen Thuy Tien Banned From Leaving Vietnam for Alleged False Advertising Scandal

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<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CbM13" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CbM13.jpg"/> <p> ◆'2025 구미 아시아육상선수권대회' 개최 </p> <p> 지난 3월2일 2025 '구미 박정희 마라톤대회'가 성황리에 열렸다. 5월 열리는 '2025 구미 아시아육상선수권대회' 개최를 기념하는 첫 마라톤대회였지만 무려 1만8,000여명이 러너들이 참가, 박정희 전 대통령 재임시절 조성된 구미국가산단과 낙동강 강변도로를 달리는 시민축제로 자리매김하는데 성공했다. </p> <p> 지방도시가 글로벌스포츠도시로 비상하고 있다. 인구 40만 명에 불과한 기초자치단체가 유치한 30억 아시아인의 육상축제를 계기로 구미가 세계적인 스포츠도시로의 도약에 나섰다. 인구가 감소하면서 소멸해간다던 지방도시의 '도약'이 현실화되고 있다. </p> <p> 구미의 국제스포츠대회 유치 뿐 아니라 인구 60만 명 전주의 2036하계올림픽 도전이 성사됨으로써 지방도시의 '반란'은 더 이상 놀랄 일이 아니다. 구미는 기초자치단체로서는 겁도 없이(?) 아시아육상선수권대회 유치에 나서 2022년 12월 인구 500만 명의 중국 '샤먼'(厦門)을 제치면서 골리앗을 이긴 다윗이 됐다. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CbM1a" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CbM1a.jpg"/> <p> 2025 구미 아시아육상선수권대회는 9월 도쿄 세계육상선수권대회의 전초전으로 남자높이뛰기의 세계적 스타로 우상혁 등 쟁쟁한 세계적인 육상스타들이 뛰고 달리고 도약하는 역동적인 모습을 구미에서 직접 볼 수 있게 된 것이다. </p> <p> 전주시의 2036년 올림픽 유치 시도 역시 불투명하게 보일 만큼 힘들 것으로 예상되었습니다. 그 이유로는 강력한 대항자가 과거 1988년 서울 올림픽의 명성을 다시 빛내겠다고 나선 서울특별시 때문입니다. 하지만 전주는 국가 차원에서 후보 도시 간의 경쟁에서는 승리를 거두었으나, 해외에서도 잘 알려져 있지 않은 ‘전주’라는 이름으로 인해 2036년 올림픽 개최에 대한 반향과 관심을 얻기는 어려운 상태라고 분석됩니다. 또한 최근에는 '2023 새만금잼버리대회'가 제대로 진행되지 않아 글로벌 사회로부터 큰 비난을 받았던 사건 때문에 이러한 문제들을 해결하는 것이 무엇보다 중요하다는 의견들이 나오고 있습니다. </p> <p> 만약 전주시가 2036 하계 올림픽 유치에 실패하게 된다면, '2025 박정희 마라톤 대회'를 주최했던 구미 시가 박정희 브랜드를 활용하여 유치 활동에 참여하는 것이 어떨지 생각해 본다. 만약 그 때 구미가 지역 도시들의쇲 </p> <p> 특별하거나 광역시가 아니며, 인구 100만 명을 넘는 대도시에도 속하지 않는 지방 도시의 혁명이 이미 시작되었다. 우리는 강원도의 평창에서도 성공적으로 이 행사를 진행한 경험이 있습니다. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CbTaw" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CbTaw.jpg"/> <p> ◆김장호시장,글로벌스포츠대회 유치 </p> <p> 2025년 구미 아시아 육상 선수권 대회의 경우 김창호 시장의 첫해 재임 기간 동안 이루어진 업적으로서 그 의의가 크다. 국제 스포츠 행사 유치에는 즉각적인 경제 효과보다는 간접적이지만 도시의 이미지 개선을 통해 자금 조달 및 지역경제 활성화 등의 긍정적인 결과를 가져올 수 있기 때문에 각 도시들이 이를 위해 많은 노력을 다하고 있다. </p> <p> 만약 대회 유치에 성공한다면 다양한 체육 시설의 투자를 비롯해 호텔 건립 등으로 인해서 지역 경기가 상당히 촉진될 것이며, 이 과정에서 새로운 취업 기회가 생기게 될 것입니다. 또한 관광 산업에도 긍정적인 영향을 미칠 수 있습니다. 1988년 서울 올림픽은 무형적이고 형질적인 경제 효과를 가져왔으며, 이러한 효과 덕분에 대한민국과 서울의 국제 위상을 강화하는 계기를 마련했습니다. 이것은 우리 나라의 전반적인 세계 지위 제고에 중요한 역할을 하였습니다. </p> <p> 물론, 개최 도시의 경제 상황을 고려하지 않고 지나치게 많은 자금을 들인 스포츠 시설 건립 등은 1992년 바르셀로나 올림픽에서도 볼 수 있듯이 도시 예산을 악화시키는 요인이 될 수 있습니다. 하지만 최근 파리 올림픽과 같은 국제 스포츠 대회의 주최는 결국에는 이익이 더 크게 늘어날 기회가 되기도 합니다. 바르셀로나 또한 당초 재정적 손실을 겪었으나, 연간 몇 백 만명씩 방문하는 전 세계적인 여행지로서 장기적으로 보면 긍정적인 영향을 미쳤습니다. </p> <p> 구미에서 진행될 예정인 아시아 육상 선수권 대회의 경우, 이번이 국내에서는 1975년 서울 이후 두 번째이며, 그 후 인천에서도 행사를 치렀으나 기초 자치 단체 차원에서는 구미가 처음으로 주최하게 됩니다. 이것은 구미에게 특별히 의미 있는 행사입니다. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Cc23z" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Cc23z.jpg"/> <p> ◆구미의 도시브랜드가치 고양 </p> <p> 아시아육상선수권대회의 단순히 열리는 것만으로 구미가 세계적인 스포츠 도시로 발전하기는 어렵다. 미래에는 여러 종류의 스포츠 이벤트를 유치하고 충분한 인프라를 갖추어서 기능적으로 계획된 추후 대책들을 마련해야 한다. 이를 통해 구미가 진정으로 ‘끌리도록’ 노력해야 할 것이다. </p> <p> 구미는 이미 박정희 대통령 시절에 만들어진 ‘한강의 기적이’라는 브랜드 덕분으로서, 그들의 경제 및 산업체로서의 국제적인 인지도가 상당하다고 말할 수 있다. 초기 구미 국가산업단에서 주도했던 전기전자와 반도체 관련 업종들이 후퇴하면서 방위 산업 분야가 이를 메꾸게 되었다. 이런 변화 속에서도 구미는 여전히 강력한 산업 중심 도시로서의 위치를 유지하는데 성공하였다. 또한, 글로벌 스포츠 행사들을 유치하여 성황리에 치러내면, 이것은 과거부터 현재까지 계속되어온 ‘박정희’ 정신과 그리고 ‘국가산업단지’ 등으로 잘 알려져있는 구미의 도시 가치를 더욱 향상시키는데 큰 역할을 할 것으로 보인다. </p> <p> 5월 27일부터 5일 동안 '구미시민운동장'(GUMI STADIUM)에서 진행되는 <2025구미아시아육상선수권대회>에서는 아시아 각지로부터 총 45개 국가에서 약 1,200명의 선수 및 임원들이 참여할 계획입니다. 이번 행사를 통해 구미는 지난 2011년에 대구에서 이루어진 '2011 대구세계육상선수권대회'의 뒤를 이으며 성공적인 축제를 주최하게 될 수 있습니다. 현재까지 구미는 그 우수성을 인정받은 육상 인프라 분야에서도 국내 최고 수준을 유지하고 있습니다. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CbZwl" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CbZwl.jpg"/> <p> 구미시민운동장에서 개최되는 이번 육상 대회의 주 경기장과 부 경기장의 육상 트랙은 세계육상연맹(WA) 인증을 받은 포설형 탄성 우레탄으로 업그레이드되어 WA로부터 ‘Class1’ 등급 인증을 취득했습니다. 이는 국내에서 가장 뛰어난 국제 규격의 육상 시설임을 의미하며, 현재 국내에서는 구미시민운동장만이 이러한 표준을 충족하는 곳입니다. 따라서 여기서 세운 기록들은 자동적으로 세계적인 수준으로 인정됩니다. 주 경기장과 부 경기장을 위한 신규 트랙 설치 비용은 약 28억 원이며, 박정희 체육관 개보수를 위해 52억 원이 투입되었습니다. </p> <p> 구미시는 이번 대회 준비로 인해 시민운동장의 LED 조명 탑을 업데이트하고 가장 새로운 형태의 디지털 광고판도 추가했습니다. 또한 ‘박정희 체육관’에는 냉각 및 난방 장비를 교체하여 구미시 내 모든 스포츠 시설의 보강과 수리가 완료되었습니다. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CbXaO" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CbXaO.jpg"/> <p> ◆시민들의 참여열기 고조 </p> 글로벌스포츠도시로서의 인프라 확장을 위해 육상 선수들의 전문적인 훈련 시설이 내년에 준공될 계획이며, 동락공원 스포츠클라이밍 센터와 구포동 지역의 도심형 펌프트랙 및 구평 국민 체육센타 등의 프로젝트가 진행되고 있습니다. 이러한 다각적 접근으로서 구미는 국제적으로 경쟁력 있는 스포츠 도시로 자리매김하고 있다고 볼 수 있을 것입니다. 이렇게 된다고 하니, 이제 곧은 아니더라도 언젠가는 구미를 진정한 의미에서 글로벌스포츠도시로 인정받아야 할 때 아닐까요? <p> 현재 구미에서는 50여 일 후에 시작하는 아시아 육상 선수권 대회의 성공적인 개최를 위해 분위기를 한층 고조시키고 있습니다. 오는 20일부터 3일 동안에는 구미 시민 운동장에서 전국 육상 경기 대회가 열리며, 이 행사는 실제 5월의 아시아 육상 선수권 대회 준비를 위한 리허섘이 될 것입니다. </p> <p> 글로벌 스포츠 도시로서 구미의 지위를 확립하기 위해서는 단순히 선수들을 위한 행사만으로는 불가능했다. 박정희 마라톤 대회의 성공은 동호인과 일반 시민들의 적극적인 참가 덕분이었다. 이러한 열기는 4월에 진행된 전국 육상 경기 대회와 경북 노년 생활 체육 대회에서 더욱 고조되었으며, 이를 바탕으로 5월에 있을 아시아 육상 선수권 대회에서도 계속될 것으로 기대된다. </p> <p> 경상북도 노인 육상 경기에 참여하는 사람은 총 4000여 명으로, 이들은 구미에 위치한 낙동강 체육 공원 및 도심 내 여러 운동 시설에서 게일볼, 배드민톤, 축구, 탁구를 포함하여 11종목 이상의 대회에 임합니다. 금년 구미 지역은 ‘제2차 대한민국 대통령 기 파크 골프 대회’와 ‘U-15 국내 미성년자야구 대회’ 같은 권위있는 국가급 행사들과 더불어 ’ 제18회 전체 무술 대회의’, ‘제15회 구미새마을테니스대회‘ 그리고 ‘제19회 예스 구미풋살대회’ 등의 주요 생활형 스포츠 행사를 준비하고 있습니다. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1B9cc4" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1B9cc4.jpg"/> <p> 서명수 객원논설위원(슈퍼차이나연구소대표)diderot@naver.com </p>

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<p> Jutta Ama Pokuah Addo was named Miss Ghana 2025 following an electrifying final competition that took place on Saturday, March 29, at the Avenue Event Center. </p> <p> The celebration highlighted beauty, intellect, and ambition, adhering to the longstanding tradition of the pageant in uplifting young women. </p> <p> The evening showcased captivating acts by Okyeame Kwame, Lucya, Acoustic Frey, and DJ Ryna, with Miss Ghana 2020, Monique Mawulawe, co-hosting alongside MC Mikay. </p> <p> A 20-year-old student from the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), and Wisconsin International University named Jutta Addo captivated the jury with her composure, articulacy, and dedication to causes, earning the crown for Miss Ghana 2025 along with a new automobile. Maud Anti Oduro claimed the position of first runner-up, followed by Melissa Mintah as second runner-up. Additionally, Jutta Addo received accolades for being the most photogenic contestant and for excelling in social media engagement/votes. She is set to represent Ghana at the upcoming Miss World event scheduled for May in India. </p> <p> During the event, various accolades were bestowed upon different individuals: Maud Anti Oduro received the Most Beautiful Skin award; Emmanuella Kudjordji was honored with both Miss Fitness and Miss Top Model titles; Priscilla Nutornutsi won the Most Disciplined category; Melissa Mintah claimed the title of Miss Congeniality; Stella Saka earned recognition as Miss Talent; and Theresa Weyerane took home the Miss Eloquence honor. Additionally, the Miss Beauty With a Purpose prize was jointly awarded to Melissa Mintah, Jutta Addo, Naa Ayeley Hammond, and Nana Adjoa Enninful due to their significant contributions through community initiatives. </p> <p> The gathering included prominent figures such as Nana Osim Kwatia II (the Chief of Amanokrom), Mr. Vittus Otto (HR Director at the Ministry of Tourism), and Madam Akuba Yankah (Managing Director of Bullet TV). On the evaluation committee were Mr. Amar Deep S. Hari (from IPMC), Mr. Nicholas Anambah (of Nicoline GH), Madam Akumaa Mama Zimbi, and Madam Marian Gebara. </p> <p> The sponsorship for Miss Ghana 2025 was provided by Bullet TV, collaborating with Exclusive Events Ghana Ltd (EEGL) and the Miss Ghana Foundation. Additional backing came from Goldصند </p> <p> The Presence, Tang Palace Hotel in Belaqua, Bel Beverages Ghana, Pippas Health Centre, Central Hotel in Accra, Airport Woman’s Hospital, IPMC, FOCOS, Dainess Chef School, Eye360 Security, Hottees Ghana, Dye_Web Fabrics, Belle Cosmetics, Akagres Bakery, Blaq Travels, Renault Ghana - Premium Motors Limited, Seera Beauty Clinic, City Escape Hotel, Audio Ethics Global Ltd., Lotty’s Beauty Haven, Geena’s Makeover, Mercy Amaning, Jades Beauty Bar, Woveit, Yboy Photography, Poised Etiquette </p> <p> Incredible U, Nicoline Gh, Bri Wireduah, Kholibea Designs, Kodj Koutre, Grace Sark Collection, Ayakloding by Monique, Namax Clothing, Akushi Designs, Selasi Afrique. </p> <p> Securing the title of Miss Ghana offers a chance to drive positive transformation. Jutta Addo will now engage in ambassadorial roles, participate in community initiatives, and ready herself for the Miss World 2025 competition. </p> <p> The post Jutta Addo Named Miss Ghana 2025 appeared first on DailyGuide Network . </p> Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. Syndigate.info ).

Jutta Addo Crowned Miss Ghana 2025: An Inspiring Journey bezpoصند

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Páirc Uí Chaoimh Set for Hurling League Finals; Croke Park Confirms Football Showdowns

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Páirc Uí Chaoimh Set for Hurling League Finals; Croke Park Confirms Football Showdowns

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사라진 99억 FA 삼총사:롯데의 구원투수가 되기 위한 도전

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BvUan" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BvUan.jpg"/> <p> [=조형래 기자] 열성적으로 FA 시장에서 활동하며 영입된 선수들마저 팀을 떠났다. 2년 연속으로 오프닝 시리즈에서 패배했고, 최근에는 4점을 득점하고 22점을 내준 참담한 패배를 겪은 롯데 자이언츠에게 이러한 선수들이 도움이 되겠는가. </p> <p> 롯데는 지난 22~23일 서울 잠실구장에서 진행된 LG 트윈스와의 시즌 첫 두 경기를 전부 놓치며 졌습니다. 모든 게임이 참담한 결과로 마무리되었습니다. 이번 연속 경기에선 2번의 대결 중 단지 4골만 넣었지만, 반면에는 무려 22골을 허용했습니다. 처음 시작하는 경기는 2대 12로 지게 되었으며, 다음 날 역시 2대 10으로 또 다시 진 것을 확인할 수 있었습니다. </p> <p> 롯데는 전년도에 4연패로 시즌을 시작하였으며 처음 치른 7게임에서 단 한 번의 승리를 거두며 1승 6패라는 성적표를 받았습니다. 이로 인해 롯데는 올해에도 작년과 마찬가지로 시즌 초기부터 어려움을 겪고 있습니다. 특히, 롯데는 지난시즌 선전하기 위해 LG로부터 내야수인 손호영을 영입하여 부족했던 내야진의 깊이를 강화하였습니다. 또한, 나승엽, 고승민, 윤동희 그리고 황성빈 등의 젊은 선수가 크게 성장하면서 상황을 정상으로 돌릴 수 있었습니다. </p> <p> 이번 해에는 타순과 피칭에 걸친 전력이 어느 정도 강화되었다. 앞에서 이야기한 타자 다섯 명은 '윤고나황손'팀의 핵심 구성원으로 변신했다. 김태형 감독은 작년을 돌아보면서 "시범 경기를 치르던 초기부터 결과가 잘 나오지 않았다" 고 말했다. 그러나 이번 연초부터 상황이 크게 개선되었는데, 그 이유는 작년 한 해 동안 선수들을 충분히 이해하고 있었으며 이 정보를 기반으로 금년 최적의 주전 배열과 투수진을 준비하였기 때문이다. 또한 박진, 박준우, 정현수, 송재영 같은 젊은 투수들이 발전하면서 앞으로에 대한 낙관적인 전망도 가능하다. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BvIcQ" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BvIcQ.jpg"/> <p> 그러나 김태형 감독이 구상한 명단에 롯데가 주도적으로 영입한 FA 선수들의 자리는 없다는 것. 롯데는 2022시즌이 끝나고 FA 시장에서 포수 유강남(4년 80억원), 내야수 노진혁(4년 50억원), 투수 한현희(3+1년 40억원)를 영입했다. 2024시즌을 앞두고는 내야진 보강을 위해 내야수 김민성을 사인 앤 트레이드로 데려왔다. 2+1년 총액 9억원의 조건이었다. 최근 영입한 4명의 FA 선수들 가운데 포수 유강남을 제외한 3명이 2025년 개막 엔트리에서 빠졌다. </p> <p> 노진혁과 김민성은 올해 아예 1군 스프링캠프가 아닌 2군 스프링캠프에서 시즌을 시작했고 시범경기에서도 기회를 받지 못했다. 한현희는 1군 스프링캠프를 완주했지만 결국 개막 엔트리에서 탈락했다. </p> <p> 한현희는 지난 22일 상무와의 2군 경기에 선발 출장해 2이닝 5피안타 3볼넷 3실점으로 부진했다. 스프링캠프 연습경기부터 시범경기까지, 아쉬운 모습을 남기며 개막 엔트리에서 탈락했고 2군 첫 경기에서도 반등하지 못했다. 노진혁은 2군에서도 아예 자취를 감췄다. 아직 1경기도 나서지 못했다. 그나마 김민성은 22일 상무전 홈런 포함해 4타수 3안타 2타점 2득점으로 활약했다. 2군 5경기 타율 4할6푼2리(13타수 6안타) 2홈런 3타점 OPS 1.742로 대활약을 펼치고 있다. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BvGIC" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BvGIC.jpg"/> <p> 이들이 2군에 남아 있는 것이 롯데 구단의 전력 싱크탱크가 더 단단해졌음을 나타낼 수도 있습니다. 그러나 자유계약선수인 이들은 당장 1군에서 활약할 필요성이 큰 선수들입니다. 그럼에도 불구하고 이들의 존재가 여전히 2군에 있음으로써, 롯데의 자금 조달과 인재 육성 정책이 잘못되었다는 증거일 수 도 있어 보입니다. 그들의 급여 합계는 약 19억 원이며, 여기에는 한현희가 10억 원, 노진혁이 7억 원, 그리고 김민성이 2억 원을 포함하고 있습니다. </p> <p> 물론 이들이 언젠가 필요한 순간이 올 것이다. 하지만 지금 상황에서 이들이 지원군이 될 수 있을지는 미지수다. 그렇다고 기존 선수들의 부진이 장기화 된다면 지난해 개막 초반과 다르지 않은 한 달을 보낼 가능성이 높다. 분위기 환기라도 되어야 하는데, 현 시점에서는 김민성을 제외하고는 1군에 도움이 될 수 있을지 가늠하기 힘들다. 이런 김민성도 지난해 6월 이후 1군에서 기회를 받지 못했다. </p> <p> 아직은 두 번째 경기를 치른 상황으로 호들갑스러워하는 모습일 수 있으나, 7년 동안 가을 야구에 참가하지 못하고 있는 롯데에게 있어서 초기 단계의 흐름도 중요한 요소입니다. 작년에는 시즌 시작부터 어려움을 겪었으며 이로 인해 결국 순위 싸움에서 조기에 밀린 기억 때문에 모든 순간들이 절실하게 느껴질 것입니다. /jhrae@.co.kr </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BvUaq" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BvUaq.jpg"/>

사라진 99억 FA 삼총사:롯데의 구원투수가 되기 위한 도전

[=조형래 기자] 열성적으로 FA 시장에서 활동하며 영입된 선수들마저 팀을 떠났다. 2년 연속으로 오프닝 시리즈에서 패배했고, 최근에는 4점을 득점하고 22점을 내준 참담한 패배를 겪은 롯데 자이언츠에게 이러한 선수들이 도움이 되겠는가. 롯...

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박장혁, 새로운 도전으로 올림픽 복귀

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CpW62" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CpW62.jpg"/> <p> [diwida.news >= 지형준 기자] 7일 아침에 서울의 목동 실내빙상장에서는 '2025/26 시즌 쇼트트랙 국가대표 1차 선발대회'가 진행되었습니다. </p> <p> 국가대표 1, 2차 예선 대회에서는 각각의 개인 경주인 500m, 1000m, 그리고 1500m에서 얻은 점수들을 종합해 전체 순위를 정합니다. 첫 번째 대회에서 성적이 좋은 남자와 여자의 각각 상위 24명이 두 번째 예선회에 참석하게 되며, 이들의 두 차례 대회의 총점을 더해서 2025-26시즌 ISU 쇼트트랙 월드 투어 및 세계 선수권 대회, 그리고 2026년 밀라노-코르티나담페초 동계 올림픽에 나설 최종적인 국가대표팀을 구성하게 됩니다. </p> <p> 박장혁(스포츠토토)이 1500m 준준결승에서 달리고 있습니다. 2025년 4월 7일 /jpnews@diwida.news >.co.kr </p>

박장혁, 새로운 도전으로 올림픽 복귀

[diwida.news >= 지형준 기자] 7일 아침에 서울의 목동 실내빙상장에서는 '2025/26 시즌 쇼트트랙 국가대표 1차 선발대회'가 진행되었습니다. 국가대표 1, 2차 예선 대회에서는 각각의 개인 경주인 500m...

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Kimberley athletes feeling tyranny of distance as costs of national competitions mount

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BqbQu" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BqbQu.jpg"/> <div> <p> Jasper Barnett spends much her time training underwater in a small public pool in Western Australia's north. </p> <p> At just 13 years old, the 50m butterfly and backstroke specialist from Broome already has a swag of medals and records from local and state meets. </p> <p> She's also a talented surf lifesaver, training for ocean races at Cable Beach, which has postcard views but the added threat of stingers, sharks, and crocodiles. </p> <p> "I prefer the pool because it's more safe," she said. </p> <p> Jasper only competes twice a year, 2,000 kilometres south in Perth, and has to re-adjust to swimming in a pool double the size of the one in her home town. </p> <p> "I aim for two to three breaths in 50 metres. It's a more efficient way to not break your streamline when trying to go the fastest," Jasper said. </p> <p> Over the next month, Jasper will tackle one of her biggest competitive campaigns, with the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships on the Gold Coast quickly followed by the National Swim Championships in Brisbane. </p> <p> Jasper, who competes as an individual rather than in a club, has a month of training prior to the national events with specialist pool and ocean swimming coaches in Perth and Queensland. </p> <p> But it doesn't come cheap. </p> <p> Her family has been fundraising to cover almost $15,000 for flights, hotels, food, coaching fees, and equipment. </p> <p> "Even when we go to Perth for the state championships we're still looking at $10,000, and it's always been that way unfortunately," her father Brent Barnett said. </p> <p> "For Jasper, it's always been three weeks off school and specialised training in the 50-metre pool. </p> <blockquote> <p> "Most competitors at the nationals will get to compete from their own postcode." </p> </blockquote> <h4> 'Disadvantaged' from the get-go </h4> <p> It's a scenario echoed across regional Australia, where families and clubs frequently fundraise for athletes to get to the city. </p> <p> The AFL is one of the few sports to have structured and well-funded support programs for country athletes. </p> <p> Broome Little Athletics Centre (BLAC) has almost 200 members and was named Best Remote Organisation in Australia by its peak body in 2023. </p> <p> "Young talent in the Kimberley and other regional areas are already disadvantaged compared to metro athletes due to not having the facilities to train," club president Kelly Ford said. </p> <blockquote> <p> "We have no athletics track here … they're practising on grass, often with no lines … at the hottest time of the year." </p> </blockquote> <p> Ms Ford estimated families were paying almost $3,000 for their child to compete at various state meets in Perth. </p> <p> She said it was essential to keep youth "engaged in the sports they love". </p> <p> "If we don't enable them to easily travel to competitions I fear they'll lose interest and give up the sport completely," Ms Ford said. </p> <h4> Hardly any support for athletics </h4> <p> One of BLAC's rising stars is track and field athlete Annabella Thompson, who has attended state, national, and international competitions. </p> <p> But Ms Ford said there was "hardly any" financial support for the teenager from government bodies. </p> <p> Applications had to be submitted over six weeks beforehand, which was frequently unfeasible for athletes. Additionally, various requirements typically excluded participants younger than 13 or stopped them from traveling across different states. </p> <p> Ms Ford stated that the young athlete relocated to Perth this year to "pursue her aspirations." </p> <p> Ms Ford stated that BLAC frequently pursued grants, donations, and sponsorships, and she commended small enterprises for their kindness and support. </p> <p> She stated that if our athletes received additional support, we might be able to retain their engagement for a longer period—much more work is needed in this aspect. </p> <p> "Mostly the families of athletes work out a way to be able to pay." </p> </div>

Kimberley athletes feeling tyranny of distance as costs of national competitions mount

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First-Time Author Shocks the Literary World: Wins Top Prize with a Kids' Book

<div> <p> A debut writer has created history by claiming the $100,000 Victorian Literature Prize with a picture book—the first instance where a children’s book has secured this esteemed accolade. </p> <p> Author and artist Wanda Gibson’s book "Nukgal Wurra" <i> Three Dresses </i> Published by the University of Queensland, this work also claimed the $25,000 children’s prize for literature at the Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards, which were presented in Melbourne on Wednesday night. </p> <p> Gibson, who is 79 years old, resides in the Hope Vale Aboriginal community located in Far North Queensland and could not attend the event. However, her son Bruce collected the accolade on her behalf. During a telephone conversation from Queensland, Gibson expressed astonishment at the recognition her book has garnered. </p> <p> She mentioned, 'I wasn’t aware they include books in contests,' </p> <p> The great-grandmother, who boasts five children, 11 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren, never intended to become an author. However, around "12 or 13 years back" when she started engaging in weaving and painting, everything changed. She earned a diploma in visual arts in 2014 and soon after showcased her artwork. Following a partnership with a nearby Indigenous social business, representatives from the University of Queensland Press reached out to her about writing a picture book. </p> <p> Gibson never thought her work would result in securing one of Australia’s most prestigious literary awards. She expressed her astonishment, stating that upon discovering she had won the $25,000 category prize, she was left speechless. </p> <p> I called my son and told him, 'I'm trembling here.' He asked, 'What's wrong, Mom? Are you unwell?' I replied, 'I'm stunned because I received this award.' He exclaimed, 'That's not possible—it's your debut novel!' </p> <p> Leveraging her upbringing at the Hope Vale mission, <i> Three Dresses </i> depicts the tale of Wanda and her clan as they prepare for their annual vacation. Each household was permitted just one getaway per year, so her kin chose to pitch tents beside the sea. The mother instructed them to pack "three frocks...one for washing, one for wearing, and an extra." Through Gibson’s clean yet captivating artwork, we follow this family during their seaside adventure—setting up camp, taking dips in the ocean, roasting fish over a bonfire, and reveling in liberties typically out of reach. </p> <p> The awards judges described <i> Three Dresses </i> As "a truth revealed through language" that "provides the reader with the feeling that 'family' functions as a verb, signifying an act of experiencing liberation with joy." </p> <p> Other acknowledged authors at the awards were Jeanine Leane, who took home the poetry prize for her book. <i> Gawimarra, </i> while the award for Indigenous writing was won by Amy McQuire <i> Black Witness </i> Other recipients included Fiona McFarlane for <em> Highway 13 </em> Susan Hampton (non-fiction), Emma Lord (young adult), and Robert Skinner were awarded the inaugural John Clarke prize for humor writing, with fiction also being recognized. </p> <p> Regarding the stunned victor, Gibson is uncertain about how she plans to use her winnings. "I have no idea since I've never had so much money before," she stated. </p> <p> I'll likely just put it towards the children and... improve our quality of living. </p> <p> <b> <i> The Booklist is a weekly publication designed for avid readers, curated by Jason Steger. </i> </b> <b> <i> Have it delivered each Friday </i> </b> <b> <i> . </i> </b> </p> </div>

First-Time Author Shocks the Literary World: Wins Top Prize with a Kids' Book

A debut writer has created history by claiming the $100,000 Victorian Literature Prize with a picture book—the first instance where a c...

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