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An enthusiastic | driven | creative media communications professional who thrives under pressure. 7 years experience in sports production | design and BAFTA-winning broadcast media. Focussed on producing engaging content to attract viewers. Proficient Premier pro | Adobe creative and EVS.
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North Shore Writers Festival features stellar lineup of local authors and poets
The North Shore Writers Festival, taking place at the North Vancouver City Library, will feature a lineup of local authors and poets, including Kung Jaadee, Kevin Chong, Charlie Demers, Sarah Suk, and Sabina Khan. The two-day event includes a traditional welcome, literary trivia, memoir-writing discussions, poetry and cooking panels, and conversations on young-adult fiction and storytelling related to trauma and tenderness. Registration for the festival is free, with events scheduled for April 12 and 13.
Thames Water sewage spills double in 2023 – figures
Thames Water's sewage discharges in 2023 increased by 109% compared to the previous year, with 16,990 incidents reported. The Environment Agency's data revealed that these spills lasted for an average of 12 hours, with some, like the ongoing incident at Chesham Sewage Treatment Works, lasting nearly 700 hours. Thames Water acknowledged the issue and is committed to reducing untreated discharges, attributing the increase to above-average rainfall. Upgrades at various sites are planned to improve treatment capacity and reduce overflows. The River Chess Association criticized the lack of investment in addressing high groundwater issues. The Environment Agency noted the disappointing increase in spills but recognized the record investment from the water sector.
Portugal's top international goalscorers of all time
Portugal has produced some of the greatest footballers, with Cristiano Ronaldo leading as the top international goalscorer with 128 goals in 206 appearances. Other notable players include Pauleta, Eusebio, Luis Figo, and Nuno Gomes. The article details the careers and achievements of these players, highlighting their contributions to the Portugal National Football Team and their respective clubs.
Mark Guidi shares exciting Celtic transfer update he's been "told"
Celtic is reportedly in the market for a new goalkeeper, with potential signings worth around £6m-£7m. Journalist Mark Guidi suggests that the club is prepared to spend significantly to replace retiring goalkeeper Joe Hart. Potential targets include Liverpool's Caoimhin Kelleher and Trabzonspor's Ugurcan Cakir. This indicates a shift in Celtic's transfer strategy, showing readiness to invest more heavily in new players.
Dim Sum Diaries: Second Helping revives perspectives of Chinese Canadians
Damon Bradley Jang, a Chinese Canadian theatre artist, has been inspired by his experiences at the Stratford Festival to honor Asian Canadian stories through Fabulist Theatre's production of Dim Sum Diaries: Second Helping. The play, a series of one-acts written by various playwrights, explores Chinese Canadian perspectives and addresses the impact of recent Hong Kong immigration on Vancouver. The world premiere workshop is set to take place at the Nest in Vancouver. The production team includes Mary Littlejohn, Andy Sandberg, and Amanda Wing Chi Lam, with the latter also serving as a cultural consultant. The original play by Mark Leiren-Young, commissioned over 30 years ago, faced controversy for its portrayal of Chinese Canadian experiences. The revival aims to reflect on changes in societal attitudes, especially in the context of anti-Asian hate and discussions about empty homes in Canada.
Data tampering is an underrated threat — get your backup ready
World Backup Day highlights the critical importance of maintaining up-to-date backups to protect against data damage, disruption, or loss, especially from ransomware attacks. Beyond these well-known benefits, immutable data backups offer protection against data tampering and malicious insiders, ensuring data integrity and trust. The article underscores the need for robust security measures combined with immutable backups to defend against sophisticated cyberattacks, insider threats, and accidental data corruption, while also meeting compliance and data protection regulations.
Chelsea leading race to sign centre-back with agent wanting fast transfer
Chelsea is reportedly leading the race to sign Benfica's star defender Antonio Silva, with club owner Todd Boehly potentially willing to pay the player's €100m release clause. Silva's agent, Jorge Mendes, is pushing for a quick agreement. The 20-year-old has impressed at Benfica, and Chelsea faces competition from Liverpool, Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain. Additionally, Chelsea is also in contact with Napoli's Victor Osimhen for a potential transfer.
PuSh Festival: Naishi Wang and Jean Abreu convey immigrants' feelings through words and movement in Deciphers
Deciphers, an international dance collaboration by Toronto-based Naishi Wang and London-based Jean Abreu, explores the immigrant experience through movement and poetry. Both artists share similar backgrounds, having moved from their native countries to larger cities before immigrating to Canada and the UK, respectively. Overcoming language barriers, they succeeded in their adopted countries and united to create Deciphers, which incorporates elements of Chinese martial arts, Chinese folk dance, Brazilian salsa, and spoken-word poetry. The performance will premiere at the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival and will include works by poets Mark Strand and Fernando Sabino. The project was supported by the National Arts Centre and Canada Council for the Arts, with artistic residencies enhancing the collaboration.
Man Utd in advanced talks to sign complete new defender for Ten Hag
Manchester United is reportedly in advanced negotiations to sign Italian defender Giorgio Scalvini from Atalanta, with the club ready to activate his £44 million release clause. This move comes amid a challenging season under manager Erik ten Hag and potential defensive gaps due to Raphael Varane's possible departure. Scalvini, a versatile and highly-rated 20-year-old, is seen as a promising addition to United's defense, with his skills and potential highlighted by football talent scouts.
Creator Cassie Chang will bring An Operatic Affair to UBC's Old Auditorium
Soprano Cassie Chang, a UBC opera-performance graduate, will perform opera arias and excerpts at UBC's Old Auditorium on January 7. The event, An Operatic Affair, will feature young Vancouver artists and is modeled on Chang's previous performance at Lincoln Center. Chang, who holds a master's degree from the Manhattan School of Music, has performed internationally and won a High Distinction Award at the Vienna International Competition. She recently recorded 'Vancouver Song' and other tracks, celebrating her connections to Vancouver, New York, and Beijing.
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