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Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Eddie Garcia, Packers kicker in 1980s and later a board member, dies at 65
Eddie Garcia, a member of the Green Bay Packers board of directors and former place-kicker for the team, died on June 5 at his home in Poygan. He was 65. The Packers drafted Garcia in the 10th round of the 1982 draft out of Southern Methodist University, where he is tied for the school record of 44 field goals. Advertisement Garcia was injured during the 1982 season, but took over kickoff duties in 1983, while Pro Football Hall of Famer Jan Stenerud kicked field goals and extra points. Stenerud left for the Minnesota Vikings the next season and Garcia did all the kicking for seven games, before he was injured again. He made three of nine field goals and 14 of 15 extra points. He was waived following the 1984 season. Eddie Garcia, Packers kicker and board member, died June 5, 2025. He was 65. Garcia was elected to the Packers board of directors in 2021. He served on the sales and marketing and Green Bay Packers Foundation committees. According to his obituary, his favorite part of his role with the Packers board was working on the Packers Foundation's distribution of money to local nonprofits and charities. He said he felt honored to help support the work being done across Wisconsin by those organizations. Advertisement Garcia was a graduate of Southern Methodist University's Cox School of Business, and after his football career, worked for Oshkosh Corp., much of the time in the Oshkosh Defense division, in sales and marketing. Contact Richard Ryman at rryman@ Follow him on Twitter at @RichRymanPG, on Instagram at @rrymanPG or on Facebook at This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: Eddie Garcia, Packers kicker and board member, dead at 65
Tatler Asia
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
9 celebrity novels that are actual must-reads
2. 'The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece' by Tom Hanks Above 'The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece' by Tom Hanks Leave it to Tom Hanks, America's dad, typewriter hoarder and certified history geek, to write a novel about making movies that's less gossipy tell-all, more literary homage. The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece (2023) is a sweeping multigenerational story about a comic book adaptation turned mega-budget film, complete with a fictional comic insert and a rotating cast of quirky creatives. It's ambitious—maybe too ambitious, critics murmured—but undeniably sincere. Hanks has long moonlighted as a writer (his short story collection Uncommon Type was a bestseller), and here, he leans all the way in. Yes, there's some indulgent insider baseball, but there's also real heart in how he renders the weird, wonderful world of making art in America. In case you missed it: From clothes hangers to taxidermied animals: 8 celebrities and their eccentric collections 3. 'Someday, Someday, Maybe' by Lauren Graham Above 'Someday, Someday, Maybe' by Lauren Graham Before Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life revived the Stars Hollow-verse, Lauren Graham dropped a debut novel that read like a nostalgic hug for every twenty-something dreamer. Someday, Someday, Maybe (2013) follows Franny Banks, a struggling actress in '90s New York trying to make it big before her self-imposed deadline runs out. It's smart, self-deprecating and semi-autobiographical, but never saccharine. Graham has a knack for internal monologue, and Franny's anxiety about career, love and rent feels as relevant as ever. While it didn't make the Pulitzer shortlist, the book sold well and was optioned for TV. Graham's turn as a writer shouldn't be surprising. She studied English at Barnard before her MFA at Southern Methodist University. She's also published a memoir, but Someday remains her most beloved piece of fiction. 4. 'Today I Feel Silly' by Jamie Lee Curtis Above 'Today I Feel Silly' by Jamie Lee Curtis Jamie Lee Curtis, it turns out, is a literary stealth icon. She's written over a dozen children's books, each one witty, rhythmic and deeply human. Today I Feel Silly (1998) is her best-known title, and it's not just cute—it's a tiny revolution. The story follows a young girl navigating big emotions with humour and honesty, giving kids permission to feel all the feelings. It topped The New York Times children's books list and became a go-to for teachers and therapists alike. Curtis isn't just stamping her name on someone else's rhymes; she crafts the verses herself (with illustrator Laura Cornell) and often draws from parenting experiences. In a market saturated with moralising bedtime tales, her work is fun, funky and unpretentiously wise. 5. 'Postcards from the Edge' by Carrie Fisher Above 'Postcards from the Edge' by Carrie Fisher Carrie Fisher's Postcards from the Edge (1987) is one of those rare celebrity novels that became a literary landmark. Loosely based on her own life after rehab, the novel chronicles the tumultuous life of Suzanne Vale, a rising actress recovering from drug addiction and a fraught relationship with her mother. Sound familiar? But it's not just autobiographical therapy in prose form. Fisher's voice is sardonic, whip-smart and heartbreakingly honest, a precursor to the confessional tone that would later dominate memoirs and podcasts alike. The book became a bestseller, a Meryl Streep film and a reminder that Fisher was always more than Princess Leia. Fisher would go on to write more celebrity novels ( Surrender the Pink , Delusions of Grandma ) and brilliant memoirs. But Postcards remains her most poignant piece of fiction. 6. 'The Gun Seller' by Hugh Laurie Above 'The Gun Seller' by Hugh Laurie Best known for his sardonic Dr House, Hugh Laurie's 1996 debut, The Gun Seller, took readers by surprise: not just because it was wildly funny and stylish, but because it was legitimately good. Think Graham Greene meets Douglas Adams. Here, a cynical espionage romp where ex-soldier Thomas Lang gets caught up in a weapons conspiracy far beyond his pay grade. The book sold briskly and was critically adored—so much so that fans begged for a sequel (he promised one, The Paper Soldiers , but it's yet to appear). With razor wit and a surprising amount of plot acrobatics, Laurie proved he could write with as much bite as he delivered onscreen. 7. 'Shopgirl' by Steve Martin Above 'Shopgirl' by Steve Martin You can't say terrific celebrity novels without thinking of the Father of the Bride . Before Only Murders in the Building gave him a second act on screen, Steve Martin quietly conquered the literary world. A card-carrying member of Mensa with a taste for Nabokov and noir, Martin's debut novella Shopgirl was released in 2000 to near-critical swooning. It was adapted into a film (which he also wrote and starred in) five years later. The story centres on Mirabelle, a lonely glove counter attendant at a luxury department store in Beverly Hills, and her melancholic, emotionally stunted relationship with a much older man. Equal parts delicate and devastating, the novel is a masterclass in restraint: dry, elegant and whisper-soft in its cruelty. Martin studied philosophy, wrote witty essays for The New Yorker and has since authored other celebrity novels, memoirs and plays. But Shopgirl remains his most haunting piece of fiction: the kind that sneaks up on you, like a perfume sample you didn't expect to linger. 8. 'The Land of Stories' by Chris Colfer Above 'The Land of Stories' by Chris Colfer While many celebrity novels come and go with the same fleeting flash as a red carpet cameo, The Land of Stories has become something far more lasting: a bona fide literary franchise. Chris Colfer, once known to millions as Kurt Hummel from Glee , didn't just write a children's fantasy novel for kicks; he built a six-book series (plus spin-offs, graphic novels and a film deal with 20th Century Studios) that turned into a publishing juggernaut. The premise? Twins Alex and Conner tumble into a magical realm where classic fairy tales collide with fast-paced adventure, cheeky political allegory and a touch of Broadway flair. Think The Chronicles of Narnia if Narnia were more into tea parties with Goldilocks and revolutions led by Red Riding Hood. Colfer, a lifelong reader and self-proclaimed fantasy nerd, wrote the first book in his early 20s and immediately landed on the New York Times bestseller list. 9. 'My French Whore' by Gene Wilder Above 'My French Whore' by Gene Wilder Gene Wilder is forever etched in film history as the eccentric genius behind Willy Wonka and Young Frankenstein , but few realise he was also a novelist of surprising literary grace. My French Whore (2003) tells the story of a timid British soldier in World War I who switches identities with a French spy. It is a premise ripe for farce, but handled with unexpected tenderness and humour. The novel's blend of romance, wartime tension and Wilder's trademark wit creates a charming, bittersweet narrative that's as layered as his film roles. Though better known for his physical comedy and screenwriting, Wilder's literary foray was met with warm critical appreciation, revealing a contemplative artist whose creativity extended far beyond the silver screen.
Harvard Business Review
04-06-2025
- Business
- Harvard Business Review
Stress Test Your Strategy Before It Fails
While many teams and organizations engage in scenario planning, most don't go far enough. Arjan Singh, consultant and adjunct professor at Southern Methodist University, says a more disciplined approach, borrowed from the military, can help leaders truly test how their strategies, operations, and tactics hold up against competitors, shifting market dynamics, and unexpected events. He's helped hundreds of companies identify risks and find new ways to innovate by leading them through corporate war games, and he explains his process and results. Singh is the author of the book Competitive Success: Building Winning Strategies with Corporate War Games. Key episode topics include: competitive strategy, strategy, scenario planning, risk management, military, wargaming HBR On Strategy curates the best conversations and case studies with the world's top business and management experts, to help you unlock new ways of doing business. New episodes every week.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Picuris Pueblo uses genetic testing and finds ties to Chaco Canyon
TAOS COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – A New Mexico pueblo is going against the norm and using genetic testing, looking to answer questions about their history. The results show they have ties to Chaco Canyon going back hundreds of years. 'It's what we always talked about, what was passed on through generations – through our fore-fathers and our elders, that we had that connection,' said Picuris Pueblo Governor Wayne Yazza Jr. Governor Yazza Jr. of the Picuris Pueblo says they always knew they had ties to Chaco Canyon, but didn't have the hard evidence to prove it. When non-Pueblo parties started conversations such as drilling in the area, Picuris leaders say they felt left out. All Pueblo Council of Governors voice support for legislation to permanently protect Chaco Canyon 'Chaco Canyon was being mined, drilled, being basically in a position where we could lose it,' said Picuris Pueblo Lt. Governor Craig Quanchello. That's when leaders decided they could use genetic testing to trace their DNA back to the site. Hoping to get a say on the land, they partnered with a scientist in Denmark and a professor at Southern Methodist University. 'There are controversial aspects to this. Not everybody agrees with doing ancient DNA. But Picuris knows its identity, they know they've been there for over 1,100 years. They know they would like to know more,' said Professor Mike Adler, Southern Methodist University. The Picuris Pueblo has a population of about 300 people. The lieutenant governor says having this genetic data would also open opportunities for them to learn about their medical history and tailor medicine to their genetic makeup. Governor signs bill protecting students' right to wear Native American regalia 'Looking at the world legally, there's all these disputes, whether it land, sacred sites, monuments, it all ties together at the end of the day. Having this DNA, it's a game-changer. It's a tool that we can use to our advantage,' said Yazza Jr. Picuris leaders say they hope this will open the door for future productive conversations surrounding Chaco. 'At the end of the day, it's protecting Chaco. That was the big thing of tracing it. Letting them know that that's a sacred place to all tribes,' said Yazza Jr. The data collected is also completely controlled by the Pueblo. Meaning if any researchers wanted access in the future, they would need to get their permission. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
This Navy veteran wants to make it easier to lend money to family
Listen and subscribe to Warrior Money on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts. Sometimes the best way to build a successful business is to see where a company can make the biggest impact. This was Navy veteran Dennis Cail's philosophy when founding Zirtue, a money lending company that allows friends and family to lend money to each other with a better guarantee they'll get paid back. As Cail explained, the company's use of digital promissory notes creates a paper trail and sets up payment plans to ensure that money is paid back, eliminating the need for unfulfilled Venmo requests and payday loans with high interest rates. Cail credits his trajectory to the education he received at Southern Methodist University in Texas after four years in the Navy. Though the military was a foundational part of his experience, he said on Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money podcast that it was his education — partially paid for with the GI bill — that aided his journey as an entrepreneur. 'It's one thing to have the military experience, which gave me a lot of discipline, a lot of focus that I didn't have before,' he said. 'Once I got the education, that just opened my mind to all the opportunities and possibilities that were out there. And I started trying to use my God-given talents and skills to figure out how I can be helpful.' This embedded content is not available in your region. Now, Zirtue operates on the same principles by listening to consumers and trying to find solutions to their problems. 'Our whole mission is to drive financial equity and inclusion one relationship at a time, and we do that by simplifying loans between friends and family,' Cail explained. 'We have this whole model that we call partnership with purpose. So, OK, we're not going to force you to get a bank account. Maybe we can put you in a position where you can get the money you need to pay the bills you need now, and then graduate you into traditional bank accounts and credit products that work for you. But let's meet you where you are today.' Zirtue's efforts to meet customers where they are, including a partnership with MoneyGram that allows the 5.6 million Americans who don't have a bank account to use the service, have presented new opportunities for the company to grow and for customers to begin to get on their feet financially. The company has also expanded to offer a similar payment plan service to small businesses looking to get unfulfilled invoices paid — thereby helping many of them stay solvent. "We are basically allowing those companies to set payment terms with companies and consumers that owe them money versus writing those funds off," Cail explained. "And it essentially allows them to allow those vendors and or customers to pay over time, but at least they get to capture that as revenue versus writing it off." "I think once you figure out how to solve the problem of staying in business, you've really figured out how to grow your business," he continued. Each week, Warrior Money will dive into the financial topics that matter most to veterans and the broader public. You can find more episodes on our video hub or watch on your preferred streaming service. Sign up for the Mind Your Money newsletter Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
