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Chicago Tribune
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Chicago Tribune
Naperville News Digest: Knox Presbyterian Church garden walk to benefit food bank; tennis tourney for adults, kids features round-robin format
Knox Presbyterian Church's annual garden walk featuring six Naperville-area gardens will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, July 12. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased weekdays at the Naperville church, 1105 Catalpa Lane, or online at Tickets purchased the day of the event are $20 cash or check and will be available from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the church. Sponsored by the Presbyterian Women of Knox Church, proceeds will benefit the Northern Illinois Food Bank. The tours are self-guided and can be done in any order. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information, call the church at 630-355-8181. Registration continues through July 11 for Naperville Park District's Summer Slam all-city tennis tournament, which will be held Friday, July 18. Open to players of all ages, the tournament consists of multiple matches in a round-robin format, a news release said. Children ages 6 to 18 will be divided by age groups and play singles matches at Knoch Park, 724 S. West St.; Naperville North High School, 899 N. Mill St.; and the Nike Sports Complex, 288 W. Diehl Road. Times and locations will depend on age groups. Most youth tournaments begin at 3 or 4 p.m. Adults will play doubles matches between 6 and 9:30 p.m. at the Nike Sports Complex. Registration is $17 per person for residents and $26 per person for nonresidents. The park district is also offering weeklong 'A Taste of Tennis' instructional camps to teach the foundational skills of the sport to children and adults. Camps are scheduled for the weeks of June 23, July 7, July 14 and Aug. 4. Register for the tournament or the camps at A Save Our Summer Blood Drive's stop at the 95th Street Library is part of a larger effort by Vitalant to prevent a summer blood shortage and will be held in recognition of a young boy who benefited from blood donations. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at the 3015 Cedar Glade Drive library. The Naperville stop is part of a larger effort that spans 15 donation centers and three community blood drives. The goal is to prevent a summer blood shortage, which is a common challenge when school breaks and vacations reduce donor turnout, a news release said. The Naperville drive recognizes Caleb Koenig, an 8-year-old from Plainfield whose life was saved by blood donors, the release said. Due to a rare genetic condition that put him at serious risk for bleeding complications, Caleb could not produce enough platelets on his own. In his first year, he required monthly transfusions, the release said. Blood donors will receive a Vitalant T-shirt, while supplies last. All donors in June will receive a $10 Rewards gift card and be entered in a drawing for one of two $10,000 gift cards. To schedule an appointment, go to
Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to increase Demon Loyalty in RAIDOU Remastered The Mystery Of The Soulless Army?
(Image via ATLUS) Demon loyalty might seem like a background mechanic in Raidou Remastered: Mystery of the Soulless Army, but it's secretly one of the most rewarding systems in the game. Want better combat support? Random items? Free passive skills? Maxing out loyalty is the way to go. Here are some of the fastest and smartest ways to boost your demon's loyalty, and why you should care in the first place. What Is Demon Loyalty in Raidou Remastered ? Each demon in your stock has a hidden potential that only unlocks with loyalty. It's represented by a red bar beneath the demon's level. Unlike XP, loyalty doesn't require the demon to be actively summoned—just being in your stock when a battle ends is enough. But why should you bother? Because loyal demons unlock powerful perks: Passive abilities for Raidou and future fusions Random item drops MAG-free support spells 'Demon Check-In' rewards Translation: more power, more loot, more fun. 3 Early Game Demon Builds - Full Fusion Guide | Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army How to Increase Loyalty in Raidou Remastered Without Grinding Forever? Here are some ways to increase your loyalty in Raidou Remastered: 1. Keep Demons in Stock During Fights You don't need to summon every demon during combat. Just having them in your party's stock earns them loyalty points after each battle. So rotate your roster wisely. If you're trying to max out three demons, keep them all in stock—even if they're not your go-to summons. 2. Focus on Quick Battles Loyalty increases per battle, not per time spent. So instead of fighting long boss battles or time-consuming enemies, go after weak mobs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Blitz through fast encounters in areas like Tsukudo-Cho's backstreets. The quicker you win, the faster your demons fall in love with you. 3. Avoid Early Fusion Temptations That cool new fusion combo can wait. If a demon's loyalty bar isn't full yet, don't fuse it. Why? Because once maxed out, that demon can pass on passive skills during fusion, skills that can make your next demons even stronger. Hold off and reap the long-term benefits. 4. Stick With Your Demons (Don't Shuffle Too Much) It's tempting to collect every new demon and immediately swap them in. Resist that. Instead, stick with a few at a time until their loyalty maxes out. Only then should you rotate them out. It's more efficient, and you'll start seeing rewards faster. Raidou Remastered – How to Farm Loyalty Fast (+ Commentary) | Gain Max Demon Loyalty Guide What Happens When Loyalty Maxes Out? You'll know when a demon hits max loyalty. Once that happens, it unlocks: A special passive skill unique to that demon Support spells during battle (no MAG cost!) Gift drops when using "Demon Check-In" Item drops when being fused away Skill inheritance during fusion Some of these passives are game-changers, like resistance buffs or healing boosts for Raidou. And if you play it right, you can fuse these passives into your next-gen demons for even more insane builds. If you're serious about optimizing your party in Raidou Remastered, maxing out loyalty should be your default strategy. From surprise spells to stat boosts, the payoff is real. So stop ignoring that red bar. Give your demons some love, and they'll return the favor—big time. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Media relations firm aims to help build brand identity for south India talents
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) (Picture Courtesy: Facebook) (Picture Courtesy: Facebook) (Picture Courtesy: Facebook) (Picture Courtesy: Facebook) 1 2 Thiruvananthapuram-based media relations and reputation management company CTLG hopes to help celebs in south India 'build a media and online identity'. Adwaith S, founder of the company, says, 'South Indian artistes have impressive portfolios, but they often miss out on bigger opportunities, because they underestimate the importance of maintaining a strong media and online presence, including not knowing how to market themselves. ' He points out that in 'today's digital landscape, talent alone isn't enough'. 'I've seen incredibly talented artistes lose major deals simply because they lacked a credible and active online presence and marketing. Also, I've encountered individuals with the potential to go national — even global — but they don't know how to position themselves strategically through media coverage and online branding to showcase their work effectively,' he elaborates. CTLG, established in early 2024, has worked with celebs, like actresses Ayesha Khan, Sreeleela, and musicians King, Bismil and Taba Chake, he informs and adds that the company is now looking beyond working with A-list clients. 'We actively seek high-potential public figures ready to commit fulltime to their careers — whether they're musicians or actors,' says Adwaith. He says media visibility attracts brand partnerships and makes for long-term success. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The company, he reveals, hosted a media conference in April, which 'brought together artistes, content creators, journalists and industry professionals to explore the future of storytelling'. He points out that south Indian artistes often navigate their careers without professional guidance. 'Around 85% of artistes here manage their careers independently. While being hands-on is great, it's equally important to have experts who can strategically position them in the industry and curate what's best for their growth. There is now a shift with directors and actors reaching out to us, but there's still a long way to go,' he concludes.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
FIFA Club World Cup buzz shaken by Donald Trump's fearless attack on Juventus' gender standards
FIFA Club World Cup buzz shaken by Donald Trump's fearless attack on Juventus' gender standards (Image via Getty) Tuesday, June 17, before their first 2025 FIFA Club World Cup game, the Azzurri squad visited the White House in Washington, D. C. An unexpected comment sparked immediate outrage during the meeting with former U. S. President Donald Trump. A remark from Trump took aback the Juventus players and silenced the room for a short while. His unexpected query drew reactions online and garnered notice even before the team set foot on the field. The awkward moment became one of the most talked-about events surrounding their tournament opener. Donald Trump's comment leaves Juventus players speechless During the visit to the Oval Office, Donald Trump looked at the Juventus men's team and asked, 'Could a woman make your team, fellas?' This happened on June 17, just one day before Juventus played against Al Ain in their FIFA Club World Cup opener. Among the squad were U.S. Men's National Team players Weston McKennie and Timothy Weah. When Donald Trump asked the question, the room went quiet. No one from the team immediately responded. Juventus General Manager Damien Comolli was gracious enough to reply politely, exclaiming "We have a very good women's team." Juventus Women, who were conversely referring to the 2024–25 Serie A Femminile champions (Juventus have women's teams in both the FAWSL & Serie A Femminile). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo But Trump did not stop there. He replied, 'But they should be playing with women. He's being very diplomatic.' Weston McKennie, Timothy Weah and Juventus start strong despite distraction Despite the awkward meeting, Juventus stayed focused on their tournament. On June 18, they played their first match at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia and defeated Al Ain 5–0. Randal Kolo Muani and Francisco Conceição each scored two goals. Kenan Yıldız has another one. Making their first FIFA Club World Cup appearance in Group G alongside Al Ain, Wydad AC, and Manchester City, Juventus Following a grueling Italian campaign that found the team end below expectations in the 2024–25 season, they are hoping to finish the year on a good note with more optimistic tales about their involvement in this event. Sunday, June 22 sees the next match for the team against the Moroccan Wydad AC. Eager to build on their winning streak, the team and excellent performance now under Igor Tudor will be. Also Read: 'I May Do It, I May Not': US President Trump Teases Strike On Iran, Says Tehran Wants To Talk Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Blue Prince patch notes 1.05: Corrupted saves & loading screen fix, gameplay improvements, and more
(Image via Dogubomb) The wait is over. Patch 1.05 for Blue Prince is finally here, and it brings some much-needed fixes, especially if you've been stuck staring at the main menu screen for way too long. Patch 1.05 is live on Steam and tackles some of the most frustrating bugs players have faced since launch, including the dreaded loading freeze. Here's a crisp breakdown of what's new and what's fixed. Save Corruption & Loading Freeze Finally Resolved One of the most significant fixes in this patch addresses save file corruption that caused game freezes when trying to load from the main menu. If you've been stuck in limbo, this was likely the culprit. While corrupted saves from before the patch can't be recovered, the devs have now added a backup system—if your primary save gets corrupted in the future, the game will automatically load a backup version instead. For PlayStation Plus users, there's a silver lining. You can try restoring an older cloud backup using the following steps: Settings → Saved Data and Game/App Settings Select 'Saved Data (PS5)' Go to 'Download or Delete from Cloud Storage' Choose Blue Prince , select your save Hit Download It's not guaranteed, but it's helped some players get their progress back. How To Fix Blue Prince Crashing On Steam PC Trophy Data Import Feature is Coming Have you lost trophies or achievements tied to an old save? The devs are working on a new 'IMPORT TROPHY DATA' feature that will sync previously earned achievements, even if those save files no longer exist. This will arrive in a future update. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Bug Fixes and Gameplay Tweaks Patch 1.05 isn't just about saves. Here are some of the other notable fixes: UI and Input Improvements Keyboard inputs (Right Arrow / A) no longer misfire as CONFIRM in menus. Font inconsistencies fixed in Library, Master Bedroom, and Vault. The name 'Mary Matthew' is now consistently spelled. Parlor Box Bug Smashed A glitch that triggered issues when opening parlor boxes too quickly has been fixed. How to RE-ROLL Your Room Upgrades to Get the Best Ones in Blue Prince Late Game & Drafting Fixes You can now reset floorplan rarity changes via the Conservatory. Remote power box doors now open with a button press—and stay open. A mislabeled trunk in the Treasure Trove now shows the correct sun symbol. Improved logic in room drafting, including: Master Bedroom now spawns only in the East Wing. Foundation draft rate reduced in early ranks (2 & 3). Outer room rarity adjusted to be more balanced. When's It Hitting Consoles? The patch is live now on Steam. Console players on Xbox and PlayStation can expect to see the update roll out before the weekend. Blue Prince continues to evolve thanks to community feedback. Patch 1.05 shows the devs are listening and responding quickly. With improved stability and deeper control over your experience, there's never been a better time to explore the Castle once more. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
