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BBC News
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Duo take on zip wire dressed in space armour from Aliens film
Fundraisers dressed in armour based on the 1986 film Aliens have taken on a zip wire challenge at a Cornish Clifford and John Mason completed a zip wire at the Adrenalin Quarry in Menheniot, Cornwall on pair are members of the historical organisation the Fellowship of the Knights of the Round Table of King Arthur, and wanted to wear armour during the activity. In the end they said they opted for "space armour" as medieval armour did not fit with the zip wire harness. 'Fantastic' Their outfits were made to look like Colonial Marines from the film Aliens which starred Sigourney Weaver. Fiona Rainbird Clarke, who is part of the fellowship of the knights, said master armourer Terry English who made the armour for the original film created duplicates for the pair. "Terry just made it happen, which is fantastic," she added they "committed themselves to take on any challenge that's a bit crazy and run with it." The money raised is set to be donated to Children's Hospice South West. The pair, both from Glastonbury, also have plans to go around Glastonbury Tor five times in "big heavy metal armour" in September.
Daily Mail
3 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Ex-Trump aide: Change at White House could put the president in danger
By Published: | Updated: President Donald Trump's former acting Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney has some concerns about the giant flag pole the president erected in the South Lawn. Mulvaney appeared on a NewsNation panel on Wednesday, the day Trump brought reporters to the South Lawn as one of the two new flag poles was set up by a team of workers. 'I imagine they considered this, they'd be landing someplace else, but I'm looking at this going, as the chief of staff who's in charge of military operations at the White House, "Where are we landing the helicopter without creating an increased risk for the president of the United States?" I don't know the answer to that yet,' he added. The presidential helicopter, Marine One, uses the South Lawn as a landing pad. The new flag installation appears to not have changed that protocol as Trump is expected to fly out from the South Lawn to Joint Base Andrews later Friday afternoon. He'll head to his Bedminster, New Jersey golf club for a Friday night fundraiser, before returning to Washington, D.C. Saturday evening. On Thursday, a day after the two new flag poles were installed, D.C. was hit with a thunderstorm that included lightning and high winds that took down trees all over the area. The president is putting his stamp all over the White House. As the Daily Mail previously reported , Trump has ordered workers to put pavers over the grass in the Rose Garden so that he's able to use the space more easily for events. That project is ongoing. The president, at least dating back to 2010 , has also dreamed of the White House having a ballroom, similar to what he built at his historic Florida property, Mar-a-Lago, or at the Old Post Office, which previously was the Trump-branded Washington, D.C. hotel. That project is also getting off the ground. The president announced earlier this month that a site for a ballroom had been decided upon. The White House told the Daily Mail that it would be on the east side of campus, but didn't provide details on whether the ballroom would be free-standing or part of the already-existing East Wing, where first ladies have their offices. Trump has already added golden elements to the Oval Office. He's added some non-traditional art to the White House's walls. Now when visitors enter the state floor of the residence they see a piece of art based off an Associated Press photograph showing the moments after Trump was nearly assassinated last summer. In the booksellers hallway leading to the East Wing, Trump installed another painting of himself, situated among the first ladies.
CTV News
20 hours ago
- Health
- CTV News
Community throws ‘super party' to support 5-year-old Abby's cancer fight
Abby Posie is only five-years-old and she's already facing a battle that most kids her age couldn't even wrap their heads around. After bravely beating cancer once, Abby is now fighting neuroblastoma for a second time. (Supplied) Abby Posie is only five-years-old yet she's already facing a battle that most kids her age couldn't even wrap their heads around. After bravely beating cancer once, this special soul is now fighting neuroblastoma for a second time. Neuroblastoma is a rare childhood cancer tumor that develops from nerve cells called neuroblasts. It is most commonly diagnosed in young children under the age of five. The local community is stepping up to help support Abby along her courageous battle, 'We want to rally around her and her family, try to build some community, some support because it has a positive impact on outcomes and we believe Abby deserves the best possible outcome,' shared Christine Gordon, operations manager of The 705 Recovery Community Centre. This Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., the community centre will host 'Abby's Super Party' a superhero-themed family fundraiser packed with activities and entertainment. The special celebration takes place at The 705 Recovery Community Centre, located at 56 Dunlop Street West. Attendees can enjoy a community BBQ, games, face painting, and live music. Everyone is encouraged to dress as their favourite superhero. All proceeds from the event will go directly towards Abby's family, helping them with the high costs of countless travel hours, and time away from work as they continue to conquer trips to Toronto's SickKids Hospital for her treatment. With the community's support Abby and her family won't have to face this journey alone, 'Abby is a real-life superhero,' says organizers. 'Now it's time for the rest of us to be hers.' To show your support for little Abby, click here.
CTV News
a day ago
- Automotive
- CTV News
MEGABike returns to Regina's downtown to raise money for good cause
The MEGABike made its way through Regina's downtown on Wednesday to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters. (Damian Smith / CTV News) A unique way of transportation brought itself to downtown Regina this week to raise money for a good cause. On Wednesday, From 12 p.m. to 7p.m., a 30-seat bicycle called MEGABike made its return to the area with a 2.5 kilometre ride through Regina's downtown core. Organized by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Regina, MEGABike's services were available to raise funds to help children and youth facing adversities, providing them with reliable mentors in the city. Single tickets were also sold, but some corporations took advantage of this opportunity to create camaraderie. 'We are certainly pretty proud of this as a team building activity for corporate,' said Amy Mohr, the director of development and communications for Big Brothers Big Sisters. 'We also do have some folks that have just raised money, independently from their families and friends and coworkers to jump on the bike, so every dollar makes a big difference. We're very grateful to everybody for coming out today,' she added. As of Wednesday before the fundraiser, 49 children were waiting for mentorship with Big Brothers Big Sisters. An estimate of $25,000 was raised throughout the day.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Father-of-four dies of bowel cancer, aged 40, within months of being diagnosed - the only warning sign was terrifyingly easy to dismiss
A father-of-four whose only sign of deadly bowel cancer was a troubling stomach ache has died, eight months after being told he had the disease. Kyle Ingram-Baldwin, 40, had only just launched a fundraiser on June 8 to pay for alternative treatments as he was 'not prepared to give up'. But in a heartbreaking post on the funding platform his wife Becky confirmed he had died on June 16. 'Unfortunately, Kyle took a very sudden and unexpected turn and we lost him yesterday,' she wrote. 'He was the most incredible man I have ever met, and I know he would want me to thank everyone for all your sharing and donations.' His death comes amid a worrying trend of younger adults being diagnosed with the devastating disease. Mr Ingram-Baldwin, from Minster, Kent, originally sought help from his GP in October after suffering a persistent stomach ache that he suspected was linked to stress or gallstones. But after the pain got worse he ended up attending A&E where scans revealed the true devastating cause. An ultrasound showed worrying bulges on his liver, with a follow-up CT scan confirming these were cancer. Further tests revealed these were secondary growths from a cancer that had originated in his bowel. This meant the disease was already at stage-four, the final and most serious stage. Only 10 per cent of bowel cancer patients diagnosed at stage four are alive five years later, according to Cancer Research UK. Recalling the moment he got the news Mr Ingram-Baldwin said the mental toll was extraordinary. 'I was thinking, what's going on here? What have I done wrong? I was putting the blame on my own feet and worrying about the future for my wife and kids,' he said. 'That's probably the hardest thing-the mental side. 'Don't get me wrong, the physical is not funny either, but it's a mental challenge.' Mr Ingram-Baldwin, who worked for a vending machine supplier, underwent more than half-a-dozen rounds of gruelling chemotherapy. But, unfortunately, this failed to bring the disease under control. Shortly before his death Mr Ingram-Baldwin spoke about how the cancer had impacted his wife, and children aged 12, nine, three and one. 'It's really hard to put into words, because I love my kids so much. You just worry about their future,' he said. 'They've got the best mum in the world, and I genuinely mean that. My wife's incredible.' He urged other patients to not dismiss signs that something isn't right in their bodies. 'I didn't present with any of the conventional symptoms,' he said. 'If you think anything's wrong, please press your GP and go get it checked, because I genuinely wouldn't want anyone being in my position.' Symptoms of the bowel cancer include changes in bowel movements such as diarrhoea or constipation, needing or feeling the need to empty your bowels more or less frequently, blood in stool, stomach pain, bloating, as well as unexpected weight loss and fatigue. Stomach pain like Mr Ingram-Baldwin experienced, a lump in the stomach, bloating and fatigue are also among other common signs. Mr Ingram-Baldwin isn't alone in being hit by a devastating bowel cancer diagnosis as a young adult. Experts have noted a concerning and mysterious rise in rates of the disease among young adults, defined in cancer terms as those under 50. A recent global study found rates of bowel cancer in under 50 year-olds are rising in 27 of 50 nations. England is averaging a 3.6 per cent rise in younger adults every year-one of the highest increases recorded. While the disease is known linked to obesity, experts have noted that the disease also seems to also be occurring in fit and healthy patients. Some experts believe the explanation must lie in environmental factors young people have been exposed to more than previous generations. While no 'smoking gun' has been found, there are multiple theories. These include modern chemicals in diets, microplastics, pollution, and one recent study even pinned the surge on exposure to in food. There are around 2,600 new bowel cancer cases in people aged 25-49 in Britain every year, and around 44,100 new cases among all ages. Around 44,000 cases of bowel cancer are diagnosed every year in the UK, with about 130,000 in the US. The disease kills almost 17,000 Britons each year, with the death toll rising to about 50,000 in America. Overall, just over half of bowel cancer patients are expected to be alive 10 years after their diagnosis. More than £15,000 was raised in Mr Ingram-Baldwin's drive for alternative treatments. Mrs Ingram-Baldwin has now confirmed the amount would now be re-funded to donors. She urged people to consider donating the money to charity or using it to 'make memories with your families'.
