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Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Bring Me the Horizon fans just finding out band got name from 'inspiring' film
Bring Me the Horizon - the British rock band formed in 2004 - have released several albums and singles over the years, but not everyone knows the history behind their band name They've scooped up seven Kerrang! Awards and have been in the running for two Grammy Awards, yet some fans of Bring Me the Horizon are still scratching their heads over the origins of the band's striking name. The Sheffield-born rockers, comprising Oli Sykes, Matt Nicholls, Lee Malia, and Matt Kean, burst onto the scene in 2004 and dropped their first album 'Count Your Blessings' just a couple of years on. Since their early days, they've soared in popularity, becoming a staple for many who adore pop rock. Hits like 'Can You Feel My Heart', 'Drown', 'It Never Ends', 'Shadow Moses', 'Sleepwalking', 'The House of Wolves', 'Chelsea Smile', 'Throne', and 'Diamonds Aren't Forever' have cemented their status among the genre's heavyweights. Yet, the tale behind their moniker remains a mystery to some, prompting a curious soul on Quora to pose the question: "How did Bring Me the Horizon get their name?" Frontman Oli Skyes credits a moment from ' Pirates of the Caribbean ' as their muse, revealing to Spin: "Right at the end of the film - it might even be the very last line - Johnny Depp says, 'Bring me that horizon.' That was really inspiring." He reminisced about his youth in Sheffield, England, saying, "I was still living with my parents in Sheffield, England, when the movie came out [in 2003]. For me and the band, playing music was always wrapped up with the idea of touring and traveling and seeing the rest of England and the rest of the world." Their dreams of globetrotting seemed far-fetched, but it was what they yearned for. Skyes added, "We never thought doing that was possible, but that's what we wanted to do. So that quote sort of stands in for our feeling of wanting to see what the planet had to offer." However, the band also flirted with the idea of a photography-themed moniker. He quipped: "This Evidence in 8x10s, which could refer either to photographs or pieces of lumber. It may be the worst band name ever. It's good we didn't use it." A Reddit user was intrigued by this tidbit, commenting: "Today I learnt the band Bring Me the Horizon is named after the final line from the first Pirates of the Caribbean film, 'Now, bring me that horizon'." Another chimed in with: "Scene kid pop quiz trivia." A third reminisced: "I remember seeing this band at various gigs in the North West, in front of 50 people maximum when there were first band on. I remember them nearly getting booed off stage in Manchester too. "They never struck a chord with me and personally, I saw fame change Oli Sykes, but hats off to them for their success and keeping the original Yorkshire crew together after all these years." And yet another added nostalgically: "Man, it has already been 10 years since I saw those guys live in Hamburg...."
Business Standard
a day ago
- Business
- Business Standard
New Research Ranks Quora as the #1 Most-Cited Website in Google AI Overviews
PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] / Mountain View (California) [US], June 19: A new independent search traffic study from Semrush reveals that Quora is the most frequently cited domain in Google's AI Overviews. The finding reinforces Quora's long-standing reputation for high-quality, expert-driven content--and signals a major opportunity for advertisers. * Semrush study signals Quora's significant role in the AI-powered search journey As AI Overviews reshape the search experience, millions of users are now discovering Quora through AI-generated summaries and clicking through to continue their research on the platform. For marketers, this creates a unique advantage: Quora Ads help brands reach high-intent audiences at the exact moment they're seeking answers. "Even in the age of AI-generated content, Quora remains a trusted source for nuanced, human answers--something both people and algorithms still value deeply," said Quora Chief Revenue Officer Vinay Pandey. "We're seeing a shift in how discovery happens and Quora is uniquely positioned to connect brands with real intent." Additional findings from the Semrush study suggest that AI search is not a passing trend--it's a transformational shift. According to Semrush's study: * Quora is the #1 most-cited domain in AI Overviews * AI search traffic is projected to surpass traditional organic search by 2028 * Each AI search visitor is worth 4.4x more than a traditional visitor * Brands that show up in trusted, cited sources like Quora are better positioned for long-term visibility and revenue growth Quora's performance in AI Overviews, paired with its native ad formats like Promoted Answers, makes it a must-have channel for brands looking to future-proof their marketing strategies. By placing high-quality, long-form content directly within relevant conversations, Quora enables advertisers to reach users in context and at the exact moment they're actively seeking information--a powerful combination in the evolving world of AI-powered discovery. For more information on advertising opportunities with Quora, visit About Quora Quora is a leading knowledge-sharing platform where people can ask questions, share insights, and explore diverse perspectives. With over 400 million monthly unique visitors, Quora connects people with the best answers to their questions.
Malaysian Reserve
2 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
New Research Ranks Quora as the #1 Most-Cited Website in Google AI Overviews
Semrush study signals Quora's significant role in the AI-powered search journey MUMBAI, India and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A new independent search traffic study from Semrush reveals that Quora is the most frequently cited domain in Google's AI Overviews. The finding reinforces Quora's long-standing reputation for high-quality, expert-driven content—and signals a major opportunity for advertisers. As AI Overviews reshape the search experience, millions of users are now discovering Quora through AI-generated summaries and clicking through to continue their research on the platform. For marketers, this creates a unique advantage: Quora Ads help brands reach high-intent audiences at the exact moment they're seeking answers. 'Even in the age of AI-generated content, Quora remains a trusted source for nuanced, human answers—something both people and algorithms still value deeply,' said Quora Chief Revenue Officer Vinay Pandey. 'We're seeing a shift in how discovery happens and Quora is uniquely positioned to connect brands with real intent.' Additional findings from the Semrush study suggest that AI search is not a passing trend—it's a transformational shift. According to Semrush's study: Quora is the #1 most-cited domain in AI Overviews AI search traffic is projected to surpass traditional organic search by 2028 Each AI search visitor is worth 4.4x more than a traditional visitor Brands that show up in trusted, cited sources like Quora are better positioned for long-term visibility and revenue growth Quora's performance in AI Overviews, paired with its native ad formats like Promoted Answers, makes it a must-have channel for brands looking to future-proof their marketing strategies. By placing high-quality, long-form content directly within relevant conversations, Quora enables advertisers to reach users in context and at the exact moment they're actively seeking information—a powerful combination in the evolving world of AI-powered discovery. For more information on advertising opportunities with Quora, visit About Quora Quora is a leading knowledge-sharing platform where people can ask questions, share insights, and explore diverse perspectives. With over 400 million monthly unique visitors, Quora connects people with the best answers to their questions. Photo:
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
New Research Ranks Quora as the #1 Most-Cited Website in Google AI Overviews
Semrush study signals Quora's significant role in the AI-powered search journey MUMBAI, India and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new independent search traffic study from Semrush reveals that Quora is the most frequently cited domain in Google's AI Overviews. The finding reinforces Quora's long-standing reputation for high-quality, expert-driven content—and signals a major opportunity for advertisers. As AI Overviews reshape the search experience, millions of users are now discovering Quora through AI-generated summaries and clicking through to continue their research on the platform. For marketers, this creates a unique advantage: Quora Ads help brands reach high-intent audiences at the exact moment they're seeking answers. "Even in the age of AI-generated content, Quora remains a trusted source for nuanced, human answers—something both people and algorithms still value deeply," said Quora Chief Revenue Officer Vinay Pandey. "We're seeing a shift in how discovery happens and Quora is uniquely positioned to connect brands with real intent." Additional findings from the Semrush study suggest that AI search is not a passing trend—it's a transformational shift. According to Semrush's study: Quora is the #1 most-cited domain in AI Overviews AI search traffic is projected to surpass traditional organic search by 2028 Each AI search visitor is worth 4.4x more than a traditional visitor Brands that show up in trusted, cited sources like Quora are better positioned for long-term visibility and revenue growth Quora's performance in AI Overviews, paired with its native ad formats like Promoted Answers, makes it a must-have channel for brands looking to future-proof their marketing strategies. By placing high-quality, long-form content directly within relevant conversations, Quora enables advertisers to reach users in context and at the exact moment they're actively seeking information—a powerful combination in the evolving world of AI-powered discovery. For more information on advertising opportunities with Quora, visit About Quora Quora is a leading knowledge-sharing platform where people can ask questions, share insights, and explore diverse perspectives. With over 400 million monthly unique visitors, Quora connects people with the best answers to their questions. Photo: View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
Boston Globe
2 days ago
- Politics
- Boston Globe
Traitor or hero? Statue of George Washington stirs mixed reaction in London.
Why was a rebel commander and vanquisher of redcoats — the confounding father of a breakaway republic — ascending a pedestal in a plaza devoted to Britain's own heroes, including the eldest son of the king Washington routed in the Revolution? Related : Advertisement To most of those pausing to watch, there were no hard feelings about that 18th-century unpleasantness. But Washington's arrival was a bit of a head-scratcher to many, given the current transatlantic tumult and the state of the special relationship 46 presidents later. 'At least it's not Trump,' Townshend concluded with a shrug before going on her way. 'We're not completely happy with America right now,' said Judith Webster, visiting London from the city of Sheffield in the north of England. 'I'm not really sure I want him here.' Families walking to school passed the statue of Washington. Gabriella Demczuk In fact, the metal commander in chief was not a newcomer. The sculpture was sent in 1914 by the Commonwealth of Virginia, a gift from former colony to former colonizer to mark the 100-year anniversary of the Treaty of Ghent, which formally ended decades of war between the United States and the United Kingdom. It was a cast copy of a marble statue by French master Jean-Antoine Houdon, sculpted from a plaster mask of Washington's face. The original statue stands in the Virginia Capitol to this day. Advertisement Trafalgar Square, near the Charing Cross rail station in central London, is a bit more exposed to the elements. So after a century of the replica steeping in London pollution, a group of Virginians had it taken away in May for restoration and the construction of a new limestone plinth. It was rededicated Wednesday in a ceremony featuring Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, the American and British ambassadors, and former prime ministers Theresa May and David Cameron. But Washington's spot flanking the entrance of the National Gallery — Britain's National Gallery — has always been an oddity, showing up on lists of London's weird wonders and a fun fact for taxi drivers to share with American tourists. Tour guide legend holds that the statute was set on a patch of dirt transported from Virginia to honor Washington's reputed pledge to never again set foot on English soil. Locals, meanwhile, in online message boards and tour groups, periodically debate the propriety of honoring a British subject who went on to best the British army and slice off a valuable hunk of the empire. 'George Washington was indeed a traitor to the crown,' a poster said last year in a thread on the topic on Quora. But to most of the visitors and workers surging through Trafalgar every day, he is just one more garden-variety great man in the sculptural clutter of central London. Advertisement A crowd watched as conservators placed the Washington statue in front of the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square. Gabriella Demczuk 'Everyone walks past statues all the time without looking at them,' said Alexandra Jackson, a Blue Badge tourist guide. 'It was really more noticed when it disappeared. People were wondering if it was taken away because someone might throw something at it.' The rebooting of Trafalgar's Washington began when John Gerber, an architect and developer from McLean, did a double take when he passed the familiar figure during a visit last year. He was delighted to read the inscription that it was a gift of his home state but distressed to see how worn it was, particularly the pedestal. Gerber formed a fund-raising group, Friends of the Washington Statue, and pitched the idea of a rehab to Youngkin and British architect Norman Foster, who agreed to oversee the work. In May, workers wrangled the figure and the 1.3-ton pedestal to the studio of art conservator Rupert Harris. 'It's never touched the ground since it's been here,' Harris said in his east London workshop this month, with the Father of America standing serenely amid the dismembered heads and torsos. Related : For weeks, Washington stood elevated on a wooden pallet as he was stripped of grime, repaired, and buffed to high gloss with repeated coats of the black wax used on many London sculptures. That just was normal procedure, but Harris was also aware of the whole never-touch-English-soil thing. Which, as it turns out, is not true. Nothing the researchers could find suggests Washington ever said he was loath to set foot in England, nor that Virginia clay was brought for the statue to stand on. Advertisement 'It seems to be completely made up,' said Douglas Bradburn, president of Mount Vernon, Washington's Virginia home, now a museum and popular tourist stop. 'It goes completely against the character of George Washington, who made it clear he did not resent the people of England.' Washington never visited Britain (his only trip abroad was to Barbados), but he considered himself a proud English subject for the first part of his life, Bradburn said. He was popular in Britain even during the American Revolution, known to be magnanimous in victory and respectful to defeated officers. George III himself, upon hearing that the general who pried America from his royal grasp gave up his command and returned to farming, called Washington 'the greatest man of the age,' according to Troy Bickham, a Texas A&M University historian who has written about the post-Revolution relationship between the two countries. 'The English public were frustrated with their own generals, who weren't able to win,' Bickham said. 'And here was this American guy, a gentleman farmer. He wouldn't even take a salary.' This reputation made it an easy sell when, 131 years after the Revolutionary War, Virginia offered London a Washington of its own. The statue arrived in 1914, and King George V personally approved Trafalgar for its home. World War I intervened, and it wasn't until 1921 that the statue was dedicated. By then the countries had become true allies, this time fighting together in a devastating war. It was the moment some scholars say the special relationship actually began.
