Columnist Willie Plaschke writes about all things related to theater and the arts in Long Beach.

https://www.presstelegram.com/2025/01/02/theater-arts-broadway-star-to-sing-songs-from-michael-buble-at-carpenter-center/

#presstelegram

The tennis legend continued his winning ways in Australia unabated after defeating Frenchman Gael Monfils for the 20th time.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/tennis/djokovic-pokes-fun-at-online-theory-after-breezing-into-brisbane-quarters-20250102-p5l1t4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#theage

“Boys, I gotta tell you,” said our old pal Windy Wilson, “This cold transmits me reversely to the winter of ’47. Cold? It thicklicated your blood so much you could hardly walk. You remember it, Doc? Ol’ Miller at the dairy had to ignitiolize a fire under the milk separator to liquinate it. Why, even […]

https://www.journal-advocate.com/2025/01/02/home-country-remembering-the-winter-of-47/

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Man United legend Wayne Rooney was sacked by Plymouth Argyle on New Year's Eve - as we take a look at what might be next for him.

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/wayne-rooney-latest-news-manchester-30695828

Chelsea FC are the 2024-25 Premier League champions. What would be your first reaction upon reading this headline at the end of the current campaign? We don’t know about you but surprise would be the perfect way to describe our emotion, let alone the ardent Blue supporters going over the moon. For Landon Donovan, however, […]The post Calling Enzo Maresca’s Side “Amateur” USMNT Legend Dismisses Chelsea’s Premier League Title Hopes Against Liverpool appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/soccer-football-news-calling-enzo-maresca-side-amateur-usmnt-legend-dismisses-chelsea-premier-league-title-hopes-against-liverpool/

Whenever the Tokyo Olympics come up, Simone Biles often comes to mind in such a tough way. The whole world watched in shock, heartbroken as she faced something so unexpected, “Twisties.” But what about the people closest to her, like her mom, Nellie Biles? Nellie was right there after the Tokyo Olympics with Simone, every […]The post Simone Biles’ Mother Clears Air About Feelings Surrounding Gymnastics Return: “Move On” appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-gymnastics-news-simone-biles-mother-clears-air-about-feelings-surrounding-gymnastics-return-move-on/

TBR columnist Melissa Heckscher writes about a new recycling company that's come to the beach cities.

https://www.dailybreeze.com/2025/01/02/for-a-good-cause-from-batteries-to-clothing-how-ridwell-is-revolutionizing-home-recycling/

#dailybreeze

The martial art is little known outside of Japan and deals with drawing a sword so skillfully your opponent is doomed.

https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/01/02/iaido-a-samurai-version-of-the-old-west-quick-draw-is-thriving-in-the-bay-area/

With its warm Moroccan spices and roasted beets and butternut squash, this hearty quinoa salad is just the thing to satisfy your winter cravings for good-for-you fare that tastes delicious too.

https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/01/02/quick-cook-a-veggie-quinoa-for-januarys-healthy-eating-resolutions/

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Five huge trackways, forming part of a ‘dinosaur highway’, were discovered during a dig at a quarry in Oxfordshire in the summer.

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/oxfordshire-gary-johnson-universities-oxford-birmingham-b1202651.html

Sausio pradžioje Lietuvoje vis dar karaliaujantys lietūs kelia nerimą pajūrio regiono gyventojams – vandens lygis ties Kartena pasiekė stichinę ribą, o sinoptikų žadamas šaltukas vargu, ar ilgam pristabdys ant pavojingos ribos balansuojančią situaciją. Lietuvos hidrometeorologijos tarnybos duomenimis, ketvirtadienio vakarą situacija turėtų stabilizuotis, tačiau sinoptikai raminančių žinių neskelbia ir žada, kad lietų gali keisti pūga.

https://www.delfi.lt/news/daily/lithuania/sinoptikams-zadant-puga-pavojus-pajuryje-vanduo-pasieke-stichine-riba-situacija-pavojinga-120075842

#DELFI

The FBI named the driver as 42-year-old Shamsud-Din Bahar Jabbar, a US citizen and army veteran from Texas.

https://www.thejournal.ie/what-we-know-about-the-new-orleans-car-ramming-attack-6584250-Jan2025/

#thejournal

It may only be the second day of the new year but there is already signs of spring in Doncaster.

https://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/people/signs-of-spring-already-in-doncaster-4927930

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Low Flying Birds is a local bluegrass and Americana rock band. Have you ever wondered how the band got its unusual name? 

https://www.orovillemr.com/2025/01/02/band-name-inspirated-by-brewery-warning-whats-in-a-name/

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If your New Year’s resolution is to focus on your health and fitness, you won’t want to miss this deal on the Fitbit Charge 6.The post The latest Fitbit Charge 6 offer makes it an essential fitness tracker for 2025 appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

https://www.trustedreviews.com/deals/the-latest-fitbit-charge-6-offer-makes-it-an-essential-fitness-tracker-for-2025-4581263

#theinquirer

Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex looked sensational in her new Instagram display picture as she posed in a plunging, bridal-inspired dress – see details

https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/738826/meghan-markle-stuns-in-plunging-white-dress-for-instagram/

#hellomagazine

Raven, the Acid Bath Princess of Darkness, became a well-known name across the internet after uploading a YouTube video sharing her thoughts on New Year's Eve - and she has now shared what she's up to today

https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/inside-eye-opening-life-youtube-34405516

#Mirror

Damn, Steve Sarkisian is one lucky guy! Remember that stunning long brown leather coat his wife, Loreal Sarkisian, rocked during the SEC title game? It was absolutely beautiful! Now we totally get why Steve keeps falling for her. Even after their ups and downs, they’ve reunited, and we’re blessed with Loreal’s amazing outfits every Texas […]The post Nick Saban’s Daughter Sends 8-Word Message to Steve Sarkisian’s Wife Loreal After Her Glam Took Over Peach Bowl appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-nick-sabans-daughter-sends-eight-word-message-to-steve-sarkisians-wife-loreal-after-her-glam-took-over-peach-bowl/

Pictures show windows blown out after a 57-year-old was seriously injured in a gas explosion in Leeds on New Year’s Day.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/emergency-incident/yeadon-house-explosion-pictures-4927752

#wortleytoday

Shane Watson has coached Sam Konstas for the last four years, and even he was surprised by the 19-year-old’s audacious display on debut. This is what he thinks will happen next.

https://www.watoday.com.au/sport/cricket/will-konstas-change-his-approach-at-the-scg-here-s-what-his-mentor-predicts-20250102-p5l1qw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#watoday

Jocelyn Wildenstein embarked on her cosmetic odyssey to win back the affections of her billionaire husband, but her efforts proved counterproductive.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/world/north-america/socialite-dubbed-bride-of-wildenstein-for-extreme-plastic-surgery-dies-aged-84-20250102-p5l1ox.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

The man identified as the suspect in the New Orleans attack served in the US military, worked at Deloitte and grew increasingly devout.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/world/north-america/no-terrorist-to-me-relatives-and-friends-saw-few-signs-before-attack-20250102-p5l1qi.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

The spiritual home of Priscilla Queen of the Desert and the shearing shed that inspired Banjo Paterson’s Flash Jack have been lauded in NSW’s heritage register.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/nsw/the-town-that-grew-on-the-back-of-a-group-of-drag-queens-20241219-p5kzmo.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

A source close to the matter has told “Globes” that the BTL plant will not be closed in 2025, keeping 900 employees in jobs for at least another year.

https://en.globes.co.il/en/article-1001498437#utm_source=RSS

Hubert Hurkacz helped put Poland 1-0 up in their United Cup quarter-final clash with Great Britain.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/tennis/hurkacz-seals-crucial-win-20250102-p5l1sn.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

Auto-moto savez Srbije (AMSS) apeluje na oprez za volanom jer su kolovozi od magle vlažni, ali su i temperature u svim krajevima oko ili ispod nultog podeljka,.

https://www.telegraf.rs/vesti/srbija/4030583-oprezno-vozite-na-putevima-se-stvara-led-koji-je-tesko-vidljiv

#Telegraf

“Does it matter (what I want)? I don’t think so. All of that is out of my control anyways. I’m here, I’m hooping,” said Jimmy Butler, when discussing the trade rumors that have been surrounding him over the last couple of weeks. The Miami Heat’s star presence in recent games has been quite limited amid […]The post Coach Spo Confirms Tough Consequences for Jimmy Butler After 13-Day Hiatus Impacts Trade Rumors appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-coach-spo-confirms-tough-consequences-for-jimmy-butler-after-thirteen-day-hiatus-impacts-trade-rumors/

Baton Rouge took a collective sigh of relief about a fortnight ago. Those of an LSU persuasion were fearing the worst as the walls were closing in on them. 3 straight losses down the stretch took them out of the playoff reckoning. Couple this with their embarrassing failure to land Bryce Underwood and an overall […]The post Garrett Nussmeier Heartbroken as Partners in Crime Join his Girlfriend to Leave QB1 Stranded at LSU For Senior Year appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-garrett-nussmeier-heartbroken-as-partners-in-crime-join-his-girlfriend-to-leave-qb1-stranded-at-lsu-for-senior-year/

After the Blue Jackets host the Red Wings in a Stadium Series matchup at Ohio Stadium later this season, there will be only two NHL franchises left that haven’t played in an outdoor game – the Panthers and Utah. That list will drop to one in the near future.

https://www.yardbarker.com/nhl/articles/gary_bettman_confirms_outdoor_game_in_unusual_location/s1_14825_41499607

#Yardbarker

Former NBA lottery pick Jaden Ivey was taken off the court at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich., on Wednesday night after suffering a leg injury in his Detroit Pistons’ game against the Orlando Magic.

https://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/pistons_jaden_ivey_taken_off_on_stretcher_after_suffering_bad_leg_injury/s1_127_41502595

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Carbonxt Group (CG1:AU) has announced Notification regarding unquoted securities - CG1Download the PDF here.

https://investingnews.com/notification-regarding-unquoted-securities-cg1-2670720360/

#resourceinvestingnews

The Lions cut the controversial ex-Jets safety from their practice squad on Wednesday a month after he joined the organization.

https://nypost.com/2025/01/02/sports/jamal-adams-cut-from-lions-practice-squad-month-after-joining-team/

#Post

Police bodycam footage shows the moment a GP who tried to kill his mother's partner with a fake Covid jab is arrested in his pyjamas.

https://www.chad.co.uk/watch-this/gp-attempted-murder-fake-covid-jab-arrest-video-4855709

#eastwoodadvertiser

Dan Lanning has seen enough from Ohio State's freshman receiver to know that he belongs at the next level. After the Buckeyes' dominant 41-21 win over Oregon…

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10149289-dan-lanning-says-jeremiah-smith-is-nfl-ready-at-age-19-after-osus-rose-bowl-win

By TY O’NEIL and ANITA SNOW | ASSOCIATED PRESS LAS VEGAS — Firework mortars and camp fuel canisters were found stuffed into the back of the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside President-elect Donald Trump’s Las Vegas hotel early Wednesday, killing a suspect inside the vehicle and sparking an intense investigation into possible terrorism. Las Vegas […]

https://www.rep-am.com/news/2025/01/01/firework-mortars-gas-cannisters-stuffed-inside-tesla-that-exploded-outside-trumps-las-vegas-hotel/

#rep-am

Oregon must also replace Dillon Gabriel as it moves forward

https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/whats-ahead-for-oregon-its-time-for-player-development-to-eclipse-transfer-portal-as-ducks-modus-operandi/

#CBSSports.com

The Boston Celtics might need to provide extra ice packs for their upcoming road trip, and guard Jrue Holiday is perfectly OK with that.,"Teams are ch

https://deadspin.com/celtics-hit-road-expect-tough-battle-vs-timberwolves/

#deadspin