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CTV News
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Nova Scotian author releases debut Black and Indigenous-inspired fantasy novel
A Nova Scotian artist and author is writing a fantasy book which passes down Black and Indigenous teachings to a new generation. The River Remembers: Ayla & The River Beneath the World follows a girl named Ayla who enters a fantasy world beneath a river following her mother's disappearance. It's the first book in the series. The author, Tonya SamQwan Paris, says she wanted to give Black and Indigenous kids a book to connect to. 'Usually stories are passed orally through our community, and they get lost. I have grandchildren now, and I wanted to make sure that at some point they would be able to read about who they are, and not in documentary form, research form, but just fun, just loving who you are,' she said. 'Alice in Wonderland, the Wizard of Oz, we didn't get those stories, and we didn't have characters that looked like us and I wanted to preserve those stories with characters that look like us and that we can relate to.' She says she used stories passed down from her grandmother as inspiration for the novel. 'It's a fantasy version of Indigenous and Black teachings that I was taught as a child, we don't really get those teachings regularly, so I thought the easiest way to do it was to engage children fantasy-wise and they get knowledge and fun out of the novel hopefully,' said Paris. Paris says she really connected to the novel as she was writing it. 'When I was writing the book, I didn't actually realize I was actually writing my story, so I just, I guess the little kid in me put myself in the positions of the stories I heard as children,' she said. For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
Jordan News
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Jordan News
Ayla Organizes the Seventh Round of the Medal Eclectic Challenge and the Ayla Junior League - Jordan News
Ayla Organizes the Seventh Round of the Medal Eclectic Challenge and the Ayla Junior League As part of its annual sports program and in partnership with the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority, Ayla Oasis Development Company announced the organization of the seventh round of the Medal Eclectic and Ayla Junior League tournaments. The competitions will take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Ayla's Golf Courses, with the participation of a distinguished group of local and international players. اضافة اعلان This round reflects Ayla's ongoing efforts to promote golf at the national and regional levels, while offering young players the opportunity to compete professionally in a world-class training environment. It is worth noting that the Medal Eclectic Challenge consists of 12 matches held throughout the year, culminating in a final round at the end of the year, during which valuable prizes are awarded to the winners. The Ayla Junior League also features 12 rounds annually and is dedicated to players under the age of 18. The final round honors the top performers, encouraging a spirit of competition and helping nurture the next generation of golf talent in Jordan. The Ayla Junior League currently includes 7 children, while the Medal Eclectic tournament features 20 local and international players representing countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Scotland, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand, along with Jordan. This diversity further solidifies Ayla's position as a premier global destination for both sports and tourism. Both tournaments are part of Ayla's continuous commitment to spreading the culture of golf and creating a professional sports environment that enables young players from diverse backgrounds to grow and develop according to the highest international standards. Mansour Al-Kabariti, Public Relations Manager at Ayla, stated: "As part of Ayla's program with the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority to promote the sport of golf, we are keen to organize these recurring tournaments to sharpen the skills of young players, expand the golfing community, and solidify the presence of golf as a competitive sport in Jordan and the region. We take great pride in this impactful partnership that continues to elevate the sport to global levels'. Through these initiatives, Ayla reaffirms its commitment to supporting Jordanian sports by offering advanced training programs and organizing international events that invest in Jordan's talented youth while reinforcing the Kingdom's status as a leading sports destination in the region. This comes as Ayla continues to earn global recognition, with Ayla Golf Club recently receiving four prestigious global sustainability awards from the 2024 Sustainable Luxury Awards. This achievement cements Ayla's position as one of the world's leading golf courses in harmonizing development efforts with environmental and natural resource preservation, further establishing Ayla as a model for sustainable sports development.
BBC News
27-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Boston boy's long wait for disabled bathroom finally over
A mother who waited more than three years for her council house to be adapted for her disabled son says she is delighted with the 27, from Boston, Lincolnshire, had to carry 12-year-old Robbie up the narrow stairs of her home to the bathroom every time he needed a wash. The family moved into the house in 2021, but it took until January this year for work to begin on a ground-floor extension, which includes an accessible bedroom and wet room for Robbie, who uses a wheelchair, cannot speak and is fed with a landlord, Boston Borough Council, said Ayla's case was a "particularly complex" one and the authority was now working to "streamline" its referrals process. Robbie suffered brain damage after contracting meningitis as a toddler. It left him with complex issues, which also include visual and hearing says she was initially told she would have to wait a year for adaptations to be made after moving to the house in it took until May 2024 for planning permission to be granted for the work, meaning Robbie had to sleep in the family dining room.A further delay meant construction did not begin until January this year, with the work finally completed last month. Ayla said Robbie's wellbeing, along with her own physical and mental health, had improved since the extension was finished. "The stress has just gone because I'm now able to care for Robbie properly, the way that I should be able to care for him."Councillor John Baxter, the council's portfolio holder for housing, said: "We are very pleased to see that the completed adaptations have made a real difference."The council receives a huge volume of claims for disabled facilities grant referrals for adaptations, which puts pressure on our officers to find cost-effective solutions as quickly as possible." He added: "This was a particularly complex case, involving a wide variety of different partner agencies that had to be involved to arrange and then build the extension required at the property."Whilst the timeline here was not typical of the other adaptations carried out, we recognise that it is critical that tenants in Boston receive the right support as swiftly as possible, which is why we are working alongside our partners to streamline complex adaptations referrals across the borough as much as we can." Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Disha Patani wears backless Rs 7,050 wrap top, low-waist jeans and flaunts her bare back at Monaco Grand Prix
Disha Patani and bold fashion always go hand-in-hand. The actress attended the Formula 1 - Monaco Grand Prix, Europe, and her outfit was just BOMB. Breaking the fashion bars, the icon looked sexy, raising the heat in the wrap top and street-style jeans. Disha has always been a fan of experimenting with daring outfits, and the recent one surely is one for the books. Making a jaw-dropping fashion statement, Disha Patan i wore an Ayla satin backless plunge wrap top from Jaded London worth Rs 7,050. With its deep neckline, the top gave just a glimpse of her cleavage, whereas, the criss-cross pattern was wrapped around her waist. Her top choice was bold and just what she needed to flaunt her toned figure. Also, it had a gold chain at the chest front, adding a bit of 90s glam touch. Another central focus of the look was her bottoms, which were definitely not our usual expected jeans. It was forest camo colossus jeans from the same brand and was worth Rs 11,000. The cool jeans choice added the street-style vibe, just what she needed to feel at ease and enjoy the race. Not settling for the bare minimum, the Bharat actress added a dash of cool and class with Gucci's rectangular frame sunglasses worth Rs 54,476. Her hair was left open in the side partition; after some time, she tied it into a messy bun. Another cute detail in her look was the Chanel heart charm flat bag over her shoulder. As for the beauty choice, she ditched the glam makeup and went ahead with the subtle approach. She added just a hint of blush on her cheeks and completed the look with nude-shade lipstick. Disha Patani has always kept us on our toes with her bold and daring fashion, and we're definitely not questioning it. With her choice of wrap top paired with the cool printed jeans and classy bag and sunglasses, the actress just casually dropped the masterclass look! Are you recreating it soon?
Jordan News
18-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Ayla Marina to Host Third Edition of Boat Show at the End of This Month - Jordan News
Ayla Marina to Host Third Edition of Boat Show at the End of This Month Ayla is set to host the third consecutive edition of the Ayla Marina Boat Show later this month, showcasing the latest developments in the marine services sector. اضافة اعلان This exciting edition, scheduled for Friday and Saturday, May 23–24, will open its doors to enthusiasts and boat and yacht lovers from Jordan and abroad. Attendees will enjoy exceptional activities and gain insights into all aspects of marine services from industry experts and professionals. The 2025 Ayla Marina Boat Show will feature a wide range of yachts and boats, bringing together marine industry specialists, enthusiasts, and the public to explore a collection of renowned brands. It also provides direct engagement opportunities with a select group of professionals in the maritime industry. The exhibition aims to boost growth in the marine and tourism sectors by showcasing top innovations and services offered by players in the industry — from suppliers to financial institutions. It will also highlight the latest global practices, contributing to the local advancement of this sector. Eng. Adel Ma'ani, Director of Ayla Marina, stated: 'We look forward to welcoming industry leaders to this pioneering event, which aligns with our long-term strategy to support tourism and strengthen marine services in Jordan. Our efforts are dedicated to advancing the sector and attracting yacht and boat lovers, bringing them together with logistics leaders, suppliers, and financial institutions in one hub where they can explore the latest in this ever-evolving industry.' He added: 'The third edition of the show reflects Ayla's commitment to developing the sector by fostering productive partnerships across industries. This contributes to economic activity and growth, enriching marine, tourism, and related services. Our goal is to transform this flagship event into a major annual regional exhibition, placing it on the map of key boat and yacht events. It also celebrates Jordan's maritime heritage and offers unmatched advantages through Ayla Marina.' The Ayla Marina Boat Show has become a key platform for boat and yacht enthusiasts and those interested in the future of marine services in Aqaba and the broader region. It promotes the expansion of services and sparks in-depth conversations around excellence and leadership in the industry. Ayla Marina offers boat owners direct access to the Red Sea through 231 berths for vessels up to 40 meters in length. These are supported by top-tier infrastructure, maintenance, and internationally acclaimed services. Recently, the marina earned the prestigious Gold Anchor Award for excellence in marina operations, as well as Clean Marina certification, and it proudly flies the Blue Flag — an international symbol of environmental quality.
