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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Georgia Tech Lands 2026 DL Commit, Continues Recruiting Momentum
Georgia Tech Lands 2026 DL Commit, Continues Recruiting Momentum originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Georgia Tech has added another key piece to its 2026 recruiting class with the commitment of three-star defensive lineman Alex Willis. The 6'3', 250-pound standout from First Academy in Florida announced his pledge after an official visit to Atlanta on June 10–11. Advertisement Willis, who received his offer from defensive line coach Kyle Pope on May 15, brings versatility and power to the Yellow Jackets' defensive front. He recorded 31 tackles, six tackles for loss, three quarterback hits, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery during his junior season. A Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets cheerleader waves the team flag during the second half of the 2024 Birmingham Bowl at Protective Stadium.© Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images Rated the No. 110 defensive lineman and No. 127 player in Florida by 247Sports, Willis chose Georgia Tech over NC State and Boston College. Known for his strong hands and interior pass-rushing ability, he will help anchor the defensive line for Tech in future seasons. Willis becomes the 11th commitment in Georgia Tech's 2026 class and the first defensive lineman to join the group. The Yellow Jackets are not slowing down, with momentum building around other top targets like Chris Carbin and recent visits from four-star prospects Tyreek Jemison and Amari Latimer. Georgia Tech also picked up its first 2027 commitment from wide receiver Jordan Christie, signaling continued success on the recruiting trail. Advertisement Related: Georgia Tech to Host Mississippi State in 2025 ACC/SEC Challenge Showdown Related: Georgia Tech Leaps Into ESPN's Future College Football Power Rankings This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
Scotsman
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Breakthrough Scottish singer Calum Bowie brings more Glee to National Final in Edinburgh's Usher Hall
Over the last 6 months primary schools across Scotland have been learning and performing Scottish star Calum Bowie's songs 'Love Lost' and 'Edge Of The World' in the hope they can reach the National Final of the Scottish Primary School Glee Challenge. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Challenge works with primary schools in Scotland to create and provide opportunities for children to get involved with music and song and have the chance to perform on Scotland's most iconic stages. From a total of 180 primary school choirs who entered, nine made it through their Regional Finals to qualify for the chance to be crowned National Champions at Edinburgh's prestigious Usher Hall this Sunday. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad They won't be the only ones singing during the event as Banchory-born Calum, who was named 2024's Breakthrough Artist at the Scottish Music Awards and plays the Main Stage at TRNSMT Festival in Glasgow next month, will be there to cheer on the finalists' and give a performance of his own. Calum Bowie - Scottish Breakthrough Artist of the year 'It's fantastic to be involved, especially as it's at the Usher Hall,' said Calum, who first came to online fame singing covers from the window of his Edinburgh flat. 'I've seen some of the videos from the qualifying events and the children were brilliant. I'm really excited to be sharing the stage with them on Sunday. I started my journey at primary school and I hope that I can provide a wee bit of inspiration for other young people to have the confidence to progress their interest in music''. 'It's fantastic and inspiring for the children to see and hear Calum perform, they have heard so much about him over the last few months,' said Glee Challenge judge Siobhan Rodger. 'It makes the event even more special and memorable.' Event: Scottish Primary School Glee Challenge 2025; National Final, Usher Hall Edinburgh 22nd June 13.55 hrs
The Hindu
20 hours ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Municipalities upgrade infrastructure in low-income settlements
A major revamp of public utilities across low-income settlements is under way in the town and suburbs as the Oulgaret and Puducherry Municipalities have stepped up investments in various civil works under the Union Government's Cities Investments to Innovate Integrate and Sustain (CITIIS) Challenge programme. Around ₹ 34 crore was being spent by both the municipalities to improve internal road infrastructure, construct LPG crematoriums, renovate dhobikhanas, construct drains, strengthen storm water drains, upgrade cremation and burial grounds, construct community toilets and parks under their limits. While the Pondicherry Municipality has taken up works to the tune of around ₹ 17 crore for various projects including construction of LPG crematoriums at Mudaliarpet, Sanniyasithope and Dhobikhanas, almost same amount had been incurred by Oulgaret in improving roads at Jeevananthapuram, Pavanar Nagar, Nesavalar Nagar, Lambart Saravana Nagar and parks at Reddiyarpalayam areas. The Oulgaret municipality had also constructed LPG crematoriums at Pavazhakaranchavady, Shanmugapuram and upgrade burial ground at Mettupalyam. 'Many of these projects have been completed and others are nearing completion. In a few days, some of these projects will be thrown open to public. Some of the projects like construction of LPG crematorium and renovation of Dhobikhanas have been pending for a long time. Completion of these projects, especially the road infrastructure and construction of park at Pavanar Nagar, will certainly have an impact on the living condition of people in low-income settlements in the town,' a senior official told The Hindu. Many of the new roads are concrete and provided with drains. Storm water drains are also being strengthened which will contribute to preventing floods during rains. The crematoriums and burial grounds are provided with pollution control equipment, compound wall, solar LED lights, water supply facility, pathway and a green cover in the premises, the official said. 'As far the new LPG crematoriums are concerned, they are provided with two chambers. Incineration is through LPG burners placed in primary and secondary chambers. The gases and suspended matters coming from the primary chamber will be re-incinerated in secondary chamber to reduce the suspended matter in the smoke. A self-supporting 30 m high chimney has been provided taking into account the norms prescribed by Pollution Control Board,' he said. CITIIS Challenge was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs as a component of Smart City project in 2018. Puducherry was one among the few regions selected by the Ministry to implement sustainable urban infrastructure projects in low income settlements in the country. ends
IOL News
a day ago
- Automotive
- IOL News
The new Defender Trophy: Reviving the spirit of adventure and conservation
The Defender Trophy is back and with it a new Defender 110 Trophy Edition. Well, it's not called that anymore, obviously, but the ethos of those gruelling and epic challenges in yellow Land Rovers returns with the new Defender Trophy. Inspired by Trophy and Challenge events of the past, this Defender Trophy will create its own legacy across three demanding rounds of training and competition. Defender says only those who embrace the impossible, with a passion for global conservation, need apply, as well as individuals who embody the values of the original British adventure brand.. They are inviting entries from more than 50 countries. Local selections will begin this year, before national finals early next year determine who will make it to the global final hosted with Defender conservation partner Tusk – in Africa – in 2026. New model They have also launched a new Defender 110 Trophy Edition in a choice of two exclusive heritage-inspired colours – Deep Sandglow Yellow and Keswick Green – featuring a specially chosen adventure-ready specification. Eligibility Eligibility requirements include: entrants are resident in a participating country, over 23-years-old, can swim 50 metres, eligible to drive and travel internationally, and speak English. An unstoppable spirit is also essential, they demand. Applications are open now and the deadline for entries is 31 July 2025. For full eligibility requirements, visit Once applications close, competitors from more than 50 countries will begin their quest to reach the global final through a series of local selection events. Early next year, regional finals will identify the national winners who will head to Africa for the global final in 2026.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Major retailer launches huge 50% off summer sale including garden furniture and BBQs
A BELOVED British retailer has launched a bumper summer sale with the price of 1,000s of great products slashed by up to 50 per cent. The incredible offers apply for a whole range of items from garden furniture and tech to household appliances, toys and even BBQs. 5 5 Argos has now officially kicked off savings season with their huge Summer Sale now underway. Over 4,200 products are in the sale with certain items on offer for half price. It applies to selected products over the summer period and customers can expect new offers each and every week. The deals are great for people of all ages with many being suitable for families or young couples. A leather Habitat corner sofa can be snapped up for £500 cheaper than usual. Shoppers can even save hundreds on dining room tables, sheds and comfy mattresses. The sale covers a whopping number of items with something for everyone available at a chopped down price. One of the biggest discounted products is an Oral-B toothbrush scanning at tills for half price. The deals also cover kids toys and games and perfume for both men and women. And with the sun started to shine across the UK, the summer sale at Argos also covers gym gear. Argos are selling the Challenge Pressure Washer for £65 A treadmill, new bike or even a cheap massage gun are all available. All of the products in the sale can be found online on the Argos website. Argos are also helping you stay cool and refreshed no matter the temperature this summer with a bargain buy. Whether you're working from home or lounging in your garden, this gadget is guaranteed to keep you cool in the hot weather. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, you can carry this item as you need it all summer long. The Challenge White Desk Fan is currently available for just £25 from Argos. Fully portable, the fan contains a 300 milliliter large water tank for a refreshing misting feature. Remember to compare prices It is important to remember to always shop around when buying something like this as you might find a cheaper alternative. Websites like Trolley and Price Spy let you compare thousands of products across different retailers to find the best price. Price Spy even lets you see how much an item has cost over time, so you can see if the current price is a good deal. A quick scan on the Google Shopping/Product tab will also bring up how much retailers are selling a certain item for. There are plenty of comparison websites out there that'll check prices for you - so don't be left paying more than you have to. Most of them work by comparing the prices across hundreds of retailers. Idealo is another website that lets you compare prices between retailers. All shoppers need to do is search for the item they need and the website will rank them from the cheapest to the most expensive one. CamelCamelCamel only works on goods being sold on Amazon. To use it, type in the URL of the product you want to check the price of. How to save when shopping at Argos TIMES are tight, so it's always important to save those pennies where you can. We've rounded up top tips for making your money go further at Argos. Double check prices It's important to ALWAYS compare prices to make sure you really are bagging a bargain. Websites like Pricespy allow you to compare prices of products from over 3,000 shops, so it makes most sense to shop around before committing to one store. If you're in an Argos branch you could do it on your mobile phone before you buy the item. Check out discounts BEFORE you shop Head over to the Argos Voucher Codes page to check if there are discounts or deals on what you want to buy - before you shop. Check whenever you shop, as Argos refreshes their deals regularly. There's a sale all year round Yes guys, there is always a clearance sale. The Argos website has a clearance section, where you can get deals and discounts on everything from toys to TVs and laptops. For example, a digital microscope that retails for £109.99 is now just £34.99, a saving of £75. Argos also offers regular discounts, such as £10 off your next shop when you spend over £100. That means if you're planning on buying two items worth £100 or more each, it could be worth buying in two separate transactions to get additional savings. There's a dedicated 'spare parts' section There's nothing more frustrating than losing your remote control or breaking the cutlery basket in your dishwasher but did you know that Argos has a dedicated spare parts section on its website where you can get a new one. You can also buy spare parts and cables for your gardening tools, oven, vacuum cleaner, power tools and more. 5
