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Extra.ie
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Major announcement ahead of Zach Bryan Phoenix Park gigs this weekend
Representatives from Aiken Promotions, the Office of Public Works (OPW) and An Garda Síochána outlined their plans to ensure fans 'stay safe and have an absolutely fantastic show' at Zach Bryan's upcoming Phoenix Park concerts, during a press briefing held earlier today. The American singer-songwriter, described by promoter Peter Aiken as 'a great storyteller and very dynamic performer with a lot of charisma,' will play to more than 180,000 fans across three sold-out nights from Friday June 20 to Sunday June 22. Support acts for the Phoenix Park gigs include Turnpike Troubadours and Noeline Hofmann, with gates opening at 5pm and performances beginning at 6pm each night. Early entry ticket holders will be admitted from 4.30pm. Addressing the press, Aiken Promotions Event Controller Sue Carton urged the public to please plan your journey to and from the event, highlighting the 45-minute walk from the main park entrance to the concert site. She also reminded that because of the lack of parking both in and around Phoenix Park, it's advised to 'leave your car at home' and to 'make sure that you utilise public transport or private coaches.' Further travel services, including additional routes from Dublin Bus, Bus Eireann and TransLink, are being laid on to accommodate fans coming from around the country. Once at the venue, ticketing remains strictly digital: 'Before you leave your home, ensure that you download your ticket to your phone,' Carton stressed, noting that mobile network coverage cannot be guaranteed on site. 'Please do not wait until you arrive at the venue.' She added that the event is entirely cashless, and attendees are urged to arrive with fully charged devices. For families and neurodivergent attendees, there are designated ticketed areas available. 'We strongly encourage those attending with children to purchase tickets for the Alcohol-Free/Family Area,' Carton explained, adding that a separate Neurodivergent Area will also be in place for those who have bought tickets specific to that zone. Concertgoers are being asked to pack light and bring only essentials, bags larger than A4 will not be permitted, and smaller bags will be subject to searches. Attendees are also advised to bring a rain mac or poncho in the event of poor weather. Chief Superintendent Michael McNulty of An Garda Síochána echoed the advice, encouraging patrons to 'travel by public transport, private coach as much as you can, and reminding them to listen to Garda and stewards for updates throughout the event. 'If at any stage during the event, you feel sick, unwell, or not safe, or if you want to report a crime, please approach a member of An Garda Sochna or a steward and ask for help, he said. 'Our primary aim is to keep people safe and ensure they have a good time.' McNulty also noted the scale of the operation for Garda, who are returning to Phoenix Park for the first concert event in the location since 2018. 'It certainly is an interesting challenge,' he said, 'but we've a robust policing plan in place to deal with all eventualities.' Margaret Gormley of the OPW made a plea on behalf of the park and local residents. 'Phoenix Park is a fabulous resource we ask that all patrons respect all the neighbours when theyre coming and going,' she said. 'Please leave no trace. We want everyone to enjoy the event and to return the park in the way that they received it, litter free.' A Grammy-award winner, Bryan was born in Japan but is from Oklahoma. He will arrive in Dublin tomorrow morning. The singer shot to fame while serving in the US Marines, after a recording of his song 'Heading South,' filmed in his barracks, went viral in 2019. His last Dublin show, in April 2023, saw him play to 1,500 people at the Helix. For more information on all of his upcoming shows, click here.
Business Standard
05-06-2025
- General
- Business Standard
From Cartons to Community Parks: Mumbai Launches Citywide Recycling Relay on World Environment Day
NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5: To mark World Environment Day, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Rotary Club of Bombay Mid City, and Tetra Pak India have joined forces to launch a citywide sustainability campaign--the Carton Recycling Relay--designed to turn used beverage cartons into durable benches for Mumbai's public parks. In its first phase, the initiative aims to collect 2.5 lakh used cartons from across the city, which will be recycled into 25 garden benches to be installed in selected public parks. This collaborative effort brings to life the principles of recycling, circular economy, and community participation, with citizens at the heart of the transformation. "This is a brilliant example of how partnerships can bring sustainability into public spaces, and how the public can actively participate in this transformation," said Jeetendra V. Pardeshi, Superintendent of the Gardens and Tree Office, BMC. "We're not just recycling--we're creating something useful and lasting for the community. This initiative represents the kind of smart, sustainable thinking our city needs." To kick off the campaign, a set of benches made entirely from recycled cartons were donated to Patwardhan Park, Bandra, a popular green space in Mumbai. The event was attended by Mr. Dinesh Pallewad, Assistant Commissioner, Ms. Swapna Mhatre, Ex Corporator, Mr. Dnyandev Mundhe, Dy. Supdt. of Gardens Zone 3, Mr. Kamlesh Kholiya, Sustainability Manager, Tetra Pak South Asia; Ajay Mishra, Rotary President; and Ms Monisha Narke, Founder, RUR Greenlife. "At Tetra Pak, we believe that sustainability is a shared responsibility," added Kamlesh Kholiya, Sustainability Manager, Tetra Pak South Asia. "The Carton Recycling Relay turns citizens into changemakers. By transforming used cartons into public assets, we're fostering circularity and strengthening community engagement." A life-size, carton-shaped collection bin will now travel across prominent locations in the city, encouraging schools, housing societies, businesses, and individuals to deposit their used beverage cartons. More than 50 drop-off points are already available across Reliance Retail and Shakari Bhandar stores across Mumbai up to make participation easy and accessible for all. Over the next few weeks, the relay will travel across key Mumbai locations, mobilizing schools, RWAs, and workplaces. As the city works toward the 2.5 lakh carton target, 22 more benches will be created and donated--transforming waste into symbols of community action and environmental stewardship. "Sustainability is one of the 7 pillars of Rotary thrust area and always work around related to protection of environment. We are working with MCGM and corporate to set up street furniture made from recycled waste for awareness since long time. We are happy to see that Tetra Pak came forward to support the cause and create awareness. We are glad to work as bridges between benefactor and donor," added Ajay Mishra, President, Rotary. The initiative is being implemented on-ground by RUR Greenlife, a long-standing Tetra Pak partner known for its work in waste management and citizen-led recycling. Media outreach is being supported by Free Press Journal. This campaign is part of a program called 'Go Green with Tetra Pak' launched in 2010 by Tetra Pak, in collaboration with Reliance Retail and RUR Greenlife. The program encourages Mumbaikars to drop off their used beverage cartons at over 60 Reliance Smart and Sahakari Bhandar outlets, and over 100 other drop-off points across Mumbai. These cartons are then recycled into useful items like desks & garden benches and donated back to the society. Tetra Pak cartons are paper-based, recyclable, and increasingly being recycled through a robust ecosystem nurtured by Tetra Pak over the last 20 years, working closely with various stakeholders such as urban local governments, NGOs, brand owners, academia, and consumers. A complete list of carton deposit points is available here. Tetra Pak is a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions, ensuring safe and nutritious food reaches millions in over 160 countries. With a strong commitment to sustainability, the company continually innovates to protect food, people, and the planet through impactful community programs and advanced recycling initiatives. With over 24,000 employees worldwide, Tetra Pak remains dedicated to making food safe and available, everywhere, while upholding its promise to protect what's good: food, people, and the planet. More information about Tetra Pak is available at
Irish Examiner
04-06-2025
- General
- Irish Examiner
Leona Maguire's game moving in right direction ahead of busy five weeks
Missing three consecutive cuts, her first time doing so since 2022, would seem to be reason for Leona Maguire to be worried about her form. After carding a 76 in her opening round at Erin Hills for last week's US Open, the Cavan golfer gave herself a chance of making it to the weekend with a fine front nine on day two. Her ascent of the leaderboard lost altitude after a triple bogey on the 11th. Despite adding to the missed cuts at the Riviera Maya Open and the Americas Open, Maguire believes her game is finding its edge. 'I'm not overly concerned about last week,' said Maguire during a media day for next month's KPMG Irish Open at Carton House. 'If anything, last week was a big step in the right direction. It's probably the best I've drove the ball in about two years. To come away from a US Open and only miss two fairways in two days, I'm quite happy with that. 'I feel like I'm playing a lot better than I'm scoring, which is a little bit frustrating. But at the same time, I'm not worried because I know I'm playing good golf.' The Meijer Classic later this month, a tournament Maguire won two years ago, begins a busy five weeks. After Michigan, she heads to Texas for the PGA Championship, 2025's third major. Then there's the Dow Championship before she flies back home for another tilt at the Irish Open. The year's fourth major, the Evian Championship in France, finishes the five-week run. Usually, Maguire would only play for three consecutive weeks before taking a break but the schedule has forced her usual routine to change. 'I'm going to have to be disciplined,' she said. 'It'll be a lot of nine hole practice rounds and just being really smart and efficient with how we prepare and practice. 'The nice thing is I've gone to Grand Rapids many times, I know that golf course very well. I've played the Dow before, I've played Carton before, I've played Evian before. 'The only new golf course is the Frisco course for the KPMG PGA Championship. I'm going there at the weekend to scout it out. 'My whole team has known this is coming down the line. This block has been circled on the calendar for a while. We've put in the preparation to navigate that, so that by the time the end of the summer comes around I'm not absolutely spent.' Maguire feeling like her driving is in its best place since 2023 is the result of work which finally clicked. She had been chopping and changing her driver, eventually sticking with the Ping G430 for the US Open. 'Actually after Mexico, I flew up to the US Open early and spent a decent while on the range with Shane (O'Grady, her coach) on FaceTime," she explained. "He'd been going back through old footage of what I was doing when I was driving the ball really well and just noticed a few things; we had a drill that I was doing last week and it really just helped me get through the ball a bit better. I've been doubling down on that this week to even get it dialled in even more.' Earlier this year, Maguire split with caddie Verners Tess after just eight months. Cork native Shane O'Connell is now on her bag. 'He's been a really good addition,' said Maguire. 'He's obviously learning as he goes, it's been a bit of an adjustment coming across to the women's side. 'He said he's definitely getting a lot less steps in. There's some parts of the golf course he doesn't even have to worry about anymore, which is nice for him. 'Then just getting used to how the ball spins; we don't spin it half as much as the lads, having to worry about wedges ripping off greens. The trajectory, getting used to just my numbers and you know the hybrids and how things land. 'He hadn't done any majors before this. Even just seeing a US Open set up last week... He's been quite lucky. We've had some unbelievable golf courses in his first few weeks we played Liberty National, Shadow Creek and Erin Hills. 'I feel like he's adapted really well. He's not afraid to give his opinion when needed. He works extremely hard, always out walking the courses, working things out. It's nice to have someone that matches my preparation with hard work.'
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Fox Sports host praises Brock Purdy's game, questions Jalen Hurts' overall ability
Fox Sports host Craig Carton made a strong statement. He said Brock Purdy is much better than Jalen Hurts. Carton even called Purdy 'a machine.' This comment quickly became popular online. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fans of both quarterbacks had a lot to say. Some agreed. Some did not. Hurts plays for the Eagles. Purdy plays for the 49ers. Both are young and talented. But Carton believes Purdy is clearly the better player. Fox Sports host claims Brock Purdy does everything better than Jalen Hurts Craig Carton did not hold back. On his Fox Sports show, he said, 'Brock Purdy does everything better than Jalen Hurts.' He also said, 'He's a far better quarterback.' Carton called Purdy a 'machine.' That means he thinks Purdy plays with great skill and no mistakes. This kind of talk starts big debates. Purdy led the 49ers to the NFC Championship and even the Super Bowl last season. He played well under pressure. He doesn't run much like Hurts, but he throws strong passes and makes smart plays. Jalen Hurts, on the other hand, has been great for the Eagles. He helped them reach the Super Bowl the year before. He can run and pass. He is strong and fast. Many fans believe Hurts is a better all-around player. But Carton clearly thinks Purdy is more complete as a quarterback. Also Read: Fans react to bold statement by Craig Carton Fans had strong reactions to Carton's take. On social media, many Eagles fans were angry. They said Hurts has proved himself more. Some even said Carton was just trying to get attention. But 49ers fans were happy. They said Carton was right. They pointed out Purdy's numbers, his wins, and how calm he is on the field. They said he plays like a veteran, even though he was picked last in the draft. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The debate between Hurts and Purdy will go on. Both players are still early in their careers. They have many games ahead. People will keep watching and comparing. For now, Carton's comments have added more fuel to the fire. Craig Carton said Brock Purdy is better than Jalen Hurts. He said Purdy does everything better and called him a machine. Fans reacted quickly. Some agreed, some did not. Both quarterbacks are very good. Time will tell who is truly better. But one thing is sure this debate is far from over.
Fox Sports
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Pacers stun Knicks with historic comeback: 'Second-worst loss of my life'
If you went to bed early on Wednesday night, secure in the belief that there was no way that the Knicks would blow a 14-point lead to the Pacers with under three minutes to go in Game 1 of the NBA's eastern conference finals, well. If you're a Knicks fans, at least you got some extra sleep. And if you're a Pacers fan or just the kind of person who loves chaos, then you woke up to something truly wondrous. The Pacers ended up storming back to tie Game 1 as time ran out, courtesy a slew of 3-pointers from Aaron Nesmith, and a buzzer-beating long two from Tyrese Haliburton. While Haliburton's nod to Reggie Miller's infamous "choke" proved ill-timed at first – Haliburton thought it was a 3-pointer that won the game, but his toe was on the line, sending the game to overtime instead – it ended up not mattering, in the sense the premature celebration didn't come back to bite him. The Pacers won in OT, 138-135, and the series already has an unforgettable moment. Craig Carton of FOX Sports 1's "Breakfast Ball" didn't turn off the TV early. He didn't wake up to see what had happened to the Knicks. He saw everything slowly – well, okay, quickly – unravel in real time. And co-host Danny Parkins made sure that he'd have to live through all of it again the next morning when he showed up to work. The shirt was predictable enough for Carton to be ready with his own wearable Bears-themed disaster, but the mug? Planning ahead like that is how you win. As for Carton, it wasn't just recency bias that makes this Knicks' defeat so painful. For him, a self-professed Knicks fan of over 50 years, there's just one loss that's ever been worse than the one New York suffered in Game 1. "I can tell you that last night is the second-worst loss I've ever seen in my entire life as a Knicks fan." Carton was, of course, referring to Game 7 of the 1994 NBA Finals, when Patrick Ewing's Knicks went from up 3-2 in the series to dropping both Games 6 and 7 to the Hakeem Olajuwon-led Rockets by a combined total of eight points. "No. 1, 1994, Game 7, we call it the 'John Starks Game.' John Starks couldn't hit the broad side of a barn, was 0-for-11 from 3, and the Knicks lost to the Rockets by six. Chance to win a title. And then last night! When you're up 14 points, with a couple minutes to go, when you're up 9 points, with less than a minute to go!" Off-camera, Parkins helpfully chimed in to say that "it's never happened before." Hey, it's important to point out history when you see it. Though the Knicks would probably be happy with a little less history happening to them this series from here on out. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account , and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! recommended Get more from National Basketball Association Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
