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BBC News
13 hours ago
- General
- BBC News
Voting for Cumbria's new community flag begins
Voting on the design for a county's new community flag is open after almost 200 entries were narrowed down to Lord-Lieutenant and the past High Sheriff of Cumbria launched a competition in March for residents to create the winning entry will be used to celebrate the region's history, express community pride and increase recognition and awareness of the said "creative and heartfelt designs" were put forward by individuals, schools and community groups. Votes can be submitted online until 13 July. The flag will have no connection to any government or political process and will be available solely for use by individuals or groups wishing to express their connection to the competition is being run with support from Cumberland Council, Westmorland and Furness Council, Carlisle Cathedral, the University of Cumbria and the Flag Institute. A panel of judges, made up of representatives from the Lieutenancy, Carlisle Cathedral and community leaders reviewed the entries and shortlisted the six designs now included in the public winner will be revealed at an unveiling ceremony at Carlisle Cathedral later this those who submitted a design will be invited to attend as guests. His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant, Alexander Scott, said there had been a "remarkable response" to the said: "It's clear how much pride people take in their communities, and the designs showed such creativity and care."We're excited to now hand over the final decision to the people of Cumbria." Cumbria already has flag representing the local authority, which was created in 1974 when the ceremonial county was is flown from official buildings, including council offices. Follow BBC Cumbria on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Yahoo
13 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Voting open for a new county flag which 'best represents Cumbria'
JUDGING is now underway in the search to create Cumbria's first ever community flag, following an 'overwhelming' response to the design competition launched earlier this year. The Lord-Lieutenant and the former High Sheriff of Cumbria, with support from Cumberland Council, Westmorland and Furness Council, Carlisle Cathedral, the University of Cumbria, and the Flag Institute, launched a design competition earlier this year to create a community flag that represents Cumbria. The competition was open from 12noon on Monday, March 24 until 12noon on Friday, April 25. Nearly 200 'creative and heartfelt' designs were submitted by individuals, schools, and community groups from across the county, each reflecting what Cumbria means to the people who call it home. A panel of judges, made up of representatives from the Lieutenancy, Carlisle Cathedral and community leaders have now reviewed all the entries and shortlisted six designs that will go forward to a public vote, opening today, Friday. Although the timing of the competition coincides with the ongoing Cumbrian devolution movement which could see the county gain a mayor, the competition organisers sought to distance the vote from politics. "The initiative is independent and solely intended to celebrate Cumbria's shared identity, heritage, and community spirit," they said. The six shortlisted designs are as follows: To cast your vote, visit this surveymonkey page. Voting will close on Sunday, July 13 at 5pm, a date known as Five Kings Day, commemorating the historic gathering of five monarchs in Penrith in 1290, a moment of unity that reflects the spirit of the new flag. The winning design will be revealed at a special unveiling ceremony at Carlisle Cathedral this autumn, where the new Cumbria Community Flag will be formally presented to the public. All those who submitted a design will be invited to attend the event. The Cumbria Community Flag will stand alongside the historic county flags of Cumberland and Westmorland, offering a 'modern symbol of unity and identity' for the whole region. It will be free to use by anyone from schools and community groups to individuals and businesses. To cast your vote, visit this surveymonkey page. His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant Alexander Scott said: 'This has been a remarkable response. "It's clear how much pride people take in their communities, and the designs showed such creativity and care. "We're excited to now hand over the final decision to the people of Cumbria.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Certiport Names 2025 Adobe Certified Professional U.S. National Champions
DALLAS, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Certiport, a Pearson VUE business and the leading provider of performance-based IT certification exams that accelerate academic and career opportunities, today announced the winners of Certiport's 2025 Adobe Certified Professional U.S. National Championship. First: Callum Rettig, OHSecond: Phoenix Leifer, GAThird: Norah Dunyach, CAFourth: Likha Belenytska, MAFifth: Hannah Forbes, FLSixth: Raquel Rengifo, FLSeventh: Radha Falgun Mehta, GAEighth: Carolyn Urelius, TXNinth: Makenzie Grey, OKTenth: Addison Lane, NC Across the U.S., students aged 13 to 22 became eligible for this year's competition by earning an Adobe Certified Professional certification in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign. Certified students entered original design creations, and 41 students were selected to compete at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas, from June 16-18. Finalists had eight hours to use Adobe Creative Cloud software to design marketing materials for a joint initiative with QB United and the Cook Center for Human Connection. QB United is a non-profit organization comprised of 57 current and former NFL quarterbacks working together to maximize charitable impact and save lives. The Cook Center for Human Connection is a non-profit supporting children, families, and schools in eradicating suicide, and providing resources for those who struggle with mental health. "We are thrilled to partner with Certiport and QB United for the 2025 Adobe Certified Professional U.S. National Championship," said Mark Welling, Chief Strategy Officer at the Cook Center for Human Connection. "Our team strives each day to provide families with critical mental health support and break down stigma around emotional wellness. These young people's designs beautifully portray our message and will help families and students access needed wellness resources." "Our mission is to use our platform to make a real difference," said Jeff Hostetler, founder of QB United and former Super Bowl champion and Pro Bowl quarterback. "By joining efforts with the Cook Center and Certiport, we can increase our reach to create national change through real solutions at the local level." "What these students have demonstrated through the course of attaining their certification as well as through this competition is simply incredible," says Dr. Gary Gates, Managing Director, Pearson VUE. "This competition gives us a chance to see what these students can do with the Adobe Creative Cloud applications under pressure, with a time limit, and for a real client. Their Adobe certifications and success in this competitive event will be the first step toward a successful career." The top three finalists will now advance to Certiport's Adobe Certified Professional World Championship from July 27 - 30 in Orlando, Florida. Finalists from more than 30 countries will come to the World Championship and demonstrate their proficiency using Adobe Creative Cloud. "Certiport's Adobe Certified Professional National and World Championships provide a unique opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and technical skills while participating in real-world design challenges," said Liana Maharaj, Head of Student Learning and Certification at Adobe. "By earning an Adobe certification and competing at this level, these students are building confidence, gaining valuable experience, and creating a strong foundation for their future careers. We're excited to support their journey and celebrate the incredible potential they bring to the world of design." Learn more about the Adobe Certified Professional US National Championship here. About Certiport Certiport, a Pearson VUE business, is the leading provider of certification exam development, delivery and program management services delivered through an expansive network of over 13,000 Certiport Authorized Testing Centers worldwide. Certiport manages a sophisticated portfolio of leading certification programs including: the official Microsoft Office Specialist certification program, the Microsoft Certified Fundamentals certification program, the Microsoft Certified Educator program, the Adobe® Certified Professional certification program, the Autodesk Certified User certification program, the Intuit certification program, the App Development with Swift certification program, the Unity Certified User certification program, the Communication Skills for Business certification program, the IC3 Digital Literacy certification, and the Entrepreneurship and Small Business certification program. Certiport reliably delivers over three million tests each year throughout the secondary, post-secondary, workforce, and corporate technology markets in 148 countries and 29 languages worldwide. For more information visit or follow Certiport on X at "Certiport" is a registered trademark of NCS Pearson, Inc. in the United States and other countries. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Pearson Vue
BBC News
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Competition to design wrap for Herefordshire's Museum on the Move
A competition is being launched to design the wrap for a Museum on the pop-up programme will bring objects, displays and activities to schools, towns and villages in a van while Herefordshire Museum is shut for winner will receive a £200 prize and have their design seen across the county as the van tours Herefordshire later this Etheraads from Herefordshire council said the competition was a brilliant opportunity for local creativity to shine and he could not wait to take the winning design out on the road. The competition is now open and the closing date for entries is 27 July. Entry details, templates and guidance can be requested by emailing herefordmuseums@ Follow BBC Hereford & Worcester on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Telegraph
29-05-2025
- Business
- Telegraph
Exclusive: Interior Design Masters winner reveals new John Lewis collection
For John Cooper, the winner of this year's series of the BBC1 show Interior Design Masters, creating a homeware collection to be sold in John Lewis was very much not his normal day job. It was also a first for John Lewis: its design team had not previously worked with a designer who was simultaneously juggling a full-time job as a secondary-school teacher. Cooper, 46, who lives in Stockport with his wife and their two children, aged 11 and nine, teaches design and technology at Wilmslow High School in Cheshire. He had been a fan of the show since its first series in 2019: 'I was one of those people who sat there at home and said 'Oh no, why are you doing that?'' he says. One year my wife said, 'Why don't you just apply for it, if you think you can do better?'' He did, and the first time around he didn't make it onto the show; so he tried again, and this time made it into the final 10. The filming schedule was intense, with a challenge being filmed each weekend over an eight-week period, in a different location each time – ranging from a room in a youth hostel in the Lake District to a dog-friendly room at Battersea Dogs Home and a hospitality suite at Twickenham. The contestants would complete a challenge, then immediately be given the brief for the next one, and Cooper would spend the week coming up with a design and sourcing furnishings. 'I was working during the prep weeks,' he says, 'so I'd get home, start shopping and designing, put the kids to bed, then carry on designing and shopping. It was very fast, very intense'. The guest judges, who included Sophie Robinson and Mary Portas, gave advice which was invaluable for a designer starting out, as was the advice of head judge Michelle Ogundehin. 'They were all so kind,' says Cooper. 'On the very first challenge, Lawrence Llewellyn-Bowen came and gave us all individual feedback, and it was so thoughtful and considered. He said, 'I know we've seen lots of spaces that have a lot going on, but don't feel like you have to do that; it's enough to produce a really good-quality finish sometimes, and it can be a little more simple and understated.'' It was a somewhat unexpected nugget of advice, given Llewellyn-Bowen's own flamboyant style, but one that Cooper has brought to bear in his collection for John Lewis, which is executed in a palette of black, white and toffee brown that gives it a modern, youthful look, and something quite different from the brand's usual offering. The collection of 21 products includes furniture, bedding, towels, cushions, throws and lighting. Several existing John Lewis pieces have been reimagined in Cooper's style, which he describes as 'graphic bohemia', and mixes a pared-back palette with a variety of tactile textures. The Blocky chair – a customer favourite – has been upholstered in a nubby fabric with chunky, black-and-white stripes; the Elliott angled desk lamp has been recast in a smart three-tone combo of black, white and toffee; and the popular Mushroom portable lamp comes with a black base and a white shade. Others are entirely new designs that Cooper created with the help of the John Lewis team, such as an extra-large monochrome cotton quilt with toffee-coloured stitching, a geometric throw, several cushions and a set of two framed pieces of graphic 3D-effect wall art in black, off-white and beige. There's also a set of towels and bath mats in a dark palette of black and brown. The throws and cushions were the trickiest products to get right, says Cooper, and they went through several iterations and redesigns until he and the John Lewis team were happy with the finished product. 'I was obsessing over the details; I really wanted to get it right,' he says. His education in creating a collection included learning how to design a piece that could be produced quickly, using techniques such as embroidery and appliqué that could be done in the UK and Europe, rather than further afield. 'I've taught my students about lead times, but I've never had to deal with that myself,' he says. 'I think it's a really good thing for the students to see a teacher actually doing the thing that they teach.' Creating the two scented candles was also a learning experience: 'I had to be trained in how to smell things properly, which was really exciting.' As for what comes next, Cooper plans to throw himself into his design career full-time. 'I've taught for around 20 years, so this has been a little bit of self expression for me, and it's just ticked all the boxes,' he says. 'I've loved every minute of it.' Available online at John Lewis from Friday, May 30. Prices start from £8 for a tote bag, and go up to £499 for the armchair.
