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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
"Oilers are the second-best hockey team": Mattias Ekholm's wife Ida offers comfort to Oilers fans after Stanley Cup dreams shatter
Mattias Ekholm's wife shares touching open letter with Oilers fans (Instagram/@ibjornstad) The Edmonton Oilers' dream of clinching the Stanley Cup came to a devastating end yet again, this time in Game 6 against the Florida Panthers. With a 5-1 loss sealing a 4-2 series defeat, the heartbreak ran deep — not just among players and fans, but also within the families who've stood by through every exhausting moment. Mattias Ekholm 's wife praises Oilers Nation with raw, emotional letter after crushing Stanley Cup loss Amid the emotional wreckage, one voice quietly stood out — not from the locker room, but from the sidelines. Ida Björnstad, wife of Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm and a respected Swedish sports journalist, took to Instagram to deliver a deeply moving message that resonated far beyond the final score. 'As you might know, I'm a writer, and I love to put my thoughts into sentences and stories,' Ida began, in a post that felt more like a journal entry than a public statement. 'Most of my texts stay with me. This time, though, I would like to share some words with you.' Her post was more than a show of support; it was a heartfelt window into the emotional toll a Stanley Cup run takes on not only players but also their families. Ida's perspective came not as a reporter, but as a partner who's been living the ups and downs of the season behind closed doors. 'I know how much hockey means to the Canadian people, and I understand that the people in Edmonton are heartbroken today, including our family,' she wrote, capturing the collective disappointment that enveloped the city after the Oilers fell short again. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scam Exposed: What They Won't Tell You about zero trust! Expertinspector Click Here Undo She went on to highlight the intense mental and physical demands that playoff hockey imposes: 'Throughout the playoffs, many things are happening behind the scenes. Boundaries are being pushed in the most demanding way, both physically and mentally. For the players and their families, everything is about maximizing the chances of winning.' Despite flashes of brilliance from Edmonton — including two hard-fought overtime wins — the Panthers controlled much of the series. Edmonton was behind for a record-setting 255 minutes and 49 seconds and was outscored 28-17 overall. Game 6 saw Florida dominate early, with the Oilers unable to find their rhythm again. Still, Ida chose to focus on the positives. 'For two years in a row, we have made it to the Stanley Cup Finals. The Oilers are the second-best hockey team in the world, and we have fans who support this team in both good times and bad. There is so much to be proud of and thankful for.' And in her final thought, she reminded everyone of the bigger picture: 'As much as it hurts when you lose, this is a journey we will look back on one day, reflecting on the highs and lows and understanding that everything made sense.' As the Oilers now prepare for a pivotal offseason, Ida's message offers something rare — a sense of grace and perspective in the face of loss, reminding fans why they fell in love with this team in the first place. Also Read: Wayne Gretzky loved Panthers' Cup win over Oilers but also admits one part didn't sit right Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Wales Online
3 days ago
- General
- Wales Online
TikTok cleaning hack will leave your air fryer grease-free in minutes without scrubbing
TikTok cleaning hack will leave your air fryer grease-free in minutes without scrubbing Air fryers have become a staple appliance in most households, but if they aren't cleaned regularly, they can become a bit of a nightmare. However, one TikTok user has shared a simple cleaning hack that requires only two ingredients TikTok cleaning hack will leave your air fryer grease-free in minutes without scrubbing (Image: Getty ) Air fryers have become a kitchen essential for many, but if they're not cleaned properly or regularly, they can cause a bit of a bother. Due to the design of the air fryer, it's easy for bits of food, grease and oils to get lodged. If this isn't addressed, the grime can accumulate and affect the efficiency of the appliance over time, resulting in poor or unpleasant food. If your air fryer is due for a deep clean, one TikToker, @cleaningwithida, shared a straightforward method that uses just two items, delivering sparkling results in minutes. There's also no need for strenuous scrubbing. Before you actually start scrubbing, make sure to remove all of the baskets - or basket - from the appliance. Next, cover the basket with baking soda generously, reports the Express. How to clean air fryers Before you actually start scrubbing, make sure to remove all of the baskets - or basket - from the appliance. Next, cover the basket with baking soda generously, reports the Express. Baking soda will help target any buildup of grease and grime. Follow by squeezing washing up liquid over the top of the baking soda. Next, Ida boils a kettle-full of water, which she then uses to douse the air fryer baskets. The water will react with the baking soda and washing-up liquid to help lift stubborn, stuck-on bits of food. Article continues below Content cannot be displayed without consent Leave the solution to soak for 15 minutes. Once the time is up, pour away the dirty water, then rinse the rest away with some more water. All of the grime should have detached itself from the basket and be easy to wash down the sink. Baking soda is touted as an effective cleaner due to its mildly abrasive nature, which helps in cutting through filth and loosening stubborn dirt and food remnants for easier scrubbing. Article continues below Vanguard Cleaning also highlighted baking soda's alkaline qualities, stating that it contributes to neutralising and absorbing unpleasant odours that may linger after cooking in the air fryer. By adding washing-up liquid, which contains surfactants, to baking soda, the resulting solution gains the ability to envelop and lift away grime and grease from surfaces. Baking soda is further praised for its natural smell-neutralising properties, ensuring a fresh aroma post-deep clean. Dr Oetker further clarifies why baking soda is so effective at eliminating bad smells, pointing out: "Most nasty smells in the air contain some sort of acid. As an alkali, baking soda reacts with those acids and neutralises them."
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bonnaroo 2025 canceled mid-festival as torrential storms forced evacuation, star-studded lineup missed, and refunds announced
Severe weather, including persistent rain and flooding, led to the cancellation of the 2025 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester, Tennessee, just after its opening day. Organizers evacuated the grounds, citing safety concerns and deteriorating conditions. Full or partial refunds will be issued to ticket holders, marking the second major disruption for Bonnaroo in recent years. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Why Bonnaroo was canceled Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Who was set to perform How to get a refund A celebration of music lovers abruptly came to an end as severe weather forced the cancellation of the 2025 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester, Tennessee. The event had only just started on Thursday, June 12, with Luke Combs and Rebecca Black among the opening weather conditions prompted organizers to evacuate Centeroo by Friday afternoon, the heart of the festival grounds, at 1:30 pm CT. 'We are beyond gutted, but we must make the safest decision and cancel the remainder of Bonnaroo ,' read a push notification from the Bonnaroo festival website added: 'Today, the National Weather Service provided us with an updated forecast with significant and steady precipitation that will produce deteriorating camping and egress conditions in the coming days.'The updated weather forecast showed persistent rain and flooding across The Farm. Campgrounds, especially in the 'Outeroo' area, had become muddy, flooded, and in some cases, inaccessible. Organizers prioritized evacuating those in the most vulnerable conditions.'If your campsite is in good shape or if you're in an RV or pre-pitched accommodation, please consider spending the night with us, and we'll start working to get you out of here safely tomorrow,' festival organizers fans took to social media expressing heartbreak and disappointment, but also relief. 'We have put our hearts and souls into making this weekend the most special one of the year, and cannot express how crushed we are,' the festival team schedule featured Tyler, the Creator, John Summit, and Glass Animals. Olivia Rodrigo, Avril Lavigne, and Justice were scheduled for Saturday, while Sunday would have featured Hozier, Vampire Weekend, and Queens of the Stone marks the second major Bonnaroo disruption in recent years. Hurricane Ida's remnants also led to a cancellation in organizers have promised full or partial refunds depending on the type of ticket purchased. Attendees who bought 1-day admission tickets for Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, as well as parking passes, will receive full refunds. Those who purchased 4-day passes or camping packages through Front Gate Tickets are entitled to a 75 percent refunds will be automatically processed back to the original method of payment within 30 days. For further details or assistance, ticket holders are encouraged to check their confirmation emails or visit Bonnaroo's official website.
Daily Record
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
OceanGate tragedy shares eerie link to couple who died in Titanic shipwreck
The doomed Titan submersible, which imploded in 2023, shares a chilling link with the Titanic One of the most iconic love stories from the Titanic has a bizarre link to the ill-fated Titan submersible, as revealed in Netflix's Titan: The Oceangate Disaster. Isidor and Ida Straus were renowned for their unwavering unity on the sinking Titanic back in 1912. Ida famously declared in their final moments: "I will not be separated from my husband. As we have lived, so we will die together." Eyewitnesses recounted seeing them clasping hands as the ship went down. This tender scene was captured in James Cameron's blockbuster film, Titanic, showing an elderly couple holding each other tight as the vessel sank. Intriguingly, Wendy Rush, the wife of the late Titan innovator Stockton Rush, is the great-great-granddaughter of the devoted Straus pair. According to her LinkedIn, Wendy holds the role of director of communications at OceanGate, reports the Irish Star. Tragically, the Titan's voyage claimed the lives of Stockton Rush, Paul-Henri Nargeolet, Hamish Harding, Shahzada Dawood, and Suleman Dawood, when it imploded underwater in 2023. Since tying the knot in 1986, Wendy and Stockton shared an extraordinary connection to the Titanic's history. With three expeditions to the site of the RMS Titanic wreckage, which lies deep in the North Atlantic, Wendy continues to honour their legacy. Wendy's maiden name reflects this lineage. Born Wendy Hollings Weil, she descends from Minnie Straus Weil, the progeny of Isidor and Ida Straus. The German-born couple, long-time American residents, were already in their golden years – 67 and 63 respectively – when tragedy struck on the Titanic. Documents at the National Archives reveal that the venerable Strauses were travelling back from a trip to Germany with Ida's maid, Ellen Bird, and Isidor's valet, John Farthing, when the catastrophe occurred. Isidor launched his successful retail venture by leasing space in Macy's in 1888. By 1896, he and his brother Nathan had taken full ownership, and he even served as a US Congressman. Ida's loyal maid, survivor Ellen, later recounted the last wrenching moments she spent with the couple. She recalled Ida, in the midst of chaos, entrusting her luxurious mink coat to Ellen, stating she would have no further use for it. In later years, Ellen endeavoured to present the cherished mink back to the Straus heirs, but they respectfully refused it. While searchers recuperated Isidor's body, Ida's was claimed by the ocean. An inscription at their New York mausoleum poignantly reflects their love: "Many waters cannot quench love - neither can floods drown it."
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Newsom vs. Trump: Will California's universities lose federal funding?
Gavin Newsom confronts President Donald Trump over troop deployment during immigration raids. California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing a potentially consequential showdown with US President Donald Trump over a new threat that could deeply impact the state's higher education system. The Trump administration is reportedly considering slashing federal education grants to California's university systems, particularly targeting the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) networks. The threat emerges amid ongoing clashes between California and the federal government over contentious issues like immigration policy and transgender rights. According to a report by Politico, the proposed funding cuts are being weighed in response to California's refusal to comply with certain federal mandates, particularly around cooperation with immigration enforcement and gender-related campus policies. Federal funding as a political weapon The UC and CSU systems serve more than 770,000 students across the state, with substantial portions of their budgets reliant on federal support. Federal grants fund everything from research initiatives to student financial aid. A sudden withdrawal or reduction could have far-reaching consequences for access, operations, and research competitiveness across the state. As Politico reported, the Trump administration is weighing this measure as part of a broader effort to penalize California for its defiance on immigration enforcement and its protections for transgender individuals, particularly in school and campus settings. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ida y vuelta a España desde 589$ Plus Ultra Compra ahora Undo Newsom, in response, has vowed to fight back. According to Politico, he hinted at retaliatory actions, including the possibility of withholding state tax contributions. Newsom's team also criticized the threat as authoritarian in nature, arguing that the federal government is trying to strong-arm the state into compliance. "We are not going to be intimidated," the governor's spokesperson stated, as reported by Politico. The administration's response also included legal warnings and hints at court challenges should federal funds be withdrawn on political grounds. The risk to students and faculty The UC and CSU systems represent the cornerstone of California's public higher education. If federal grants are cut, financial aid for thousands of low-income students may be disrupted, and ongoing federally funded research projects could be halted. According to the UC Office of the President, federal funding accounts for nearly $3.9 billion annually, supporting both academic research and student services. California education officials warn that such a move would disproportionately impact vulnerable students. Faculty groups and education advocates have also begun organizing in defense of university autonomy. "We can't allow our students to be used as pawns in a political game," one faculty representative told Politico. National implications beyond California This developing conflict also signals a deeper constitutional battle over the balance of power between states and the federal government. Legal scholars quoted by Politico suggest that if Trump proceeds with the funding cuts, it could set a precedent for future administrations to use education dollars as leverage over state policies. As tensions mount, all eyes are on California to see how it navigates this high-stakes confrontation — not just for its universities, but for the broader future of public education in the US. Is your child ready for the careers of tomorrow? Enroll now and take advantage of our early bird offer! Spaces are limited.
