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Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Get the Latest iPad Mini Today for 24% Off
Right now, you can get the newest Apple iPad Mini for an incredible $379.00 on Amazon. This is a 24% discount from its original price of $499.00. This is the lowest price ever for the latest version of Apple's small and easy-to-carry tablet, but with all the features you expect. The screen is one of the best parts, with a beautiful 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display. This high-quality screen includes advanced features like P3 wide color, True Tone, and very low reflectivity. Together, these make colors look rich and accurate while reducing eye strain in different lighting, so everything from detailed images to simple web pages looks sharp and clear. Inside the sleek design, the iPad Mini runs on the fast A17 Pro chip. This processor gives the device strong performance and super-quick graphics, so it can easily handle heavy apps and multitasking. It starts with 128GB of storage, giving you plenty of room for apps, music, movies, and important files. The iPad Mini also has great cameras. The 12MP Ultra Wide front camera includes Center Stage, which keeps you in the frame during video calls and takes great selfies. On the back, there's a 12MP Wide camera with True Tone flash, perfect for scanning documents, taking sharp photos, or recording high-quality 4K videos. If you like taking notes or being creative, the iPad Mini works great with the Apple Pencil Pro. This turns the tablet into a digital canvas for drawing and a top-tier tool for note-taking. You can also use the Apple Pencil (USB-C) if you prefer. It is hard to beat the features that come with a new iPad, especially when the price is so low. You can get the latest Apple iPad Mini for $379 on Amazon, and you should hurry before the price shoots back up to $499.
Time of India
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kyle Juszczyk's movie night with wife Kristin turns nostalgic with ballet film ‘Center Stage'
Kyle Juszczyk's movie night with wife Kristin (Image via Getty) San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk may dominate on the gridiron, but his Friday night took a softer turn thanks to wife Kristin's pick for movie night. The couple swapped their intense training routine for a cozy evening watching Center Stage, the 2000 ballet drama that became a cult favorite in the early 2000s. With Kristin leading the charge, Kyle was introduced to a world of tights, pirouettes, and passion. 2000s dance drama makes unexpected NFL cameo The film, released in May 2000, stars Amanda Schull and Zoe Saldana in breakout roles as young dancers chasing dreams in a high-pressure ballet academy. Kristin, clearly a longtime fan, didn't just press play—she proclaimed the movie as one of cinema's finest. Sharing a photo of the TV screen on her Instagram story, she added the playful caption: "Making Kyle watch the great movie ever created." While the NFL fullback might not be the film's usual target audience, Kyle was clearly game for the sentimental throwback. Known for their close bond, the Juszczyks often share candid moments from their life, offering fans a glimpse into their down-to-earth routine. For Kristin, Center Stage wasn't just entertainment—it was a moment to relive a cultural gem from the early 2000s, a movie that blended classical ballet with modern storytelling. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Explore Home Solar Installation Careers and Training Options LocalPlan Search Now Undo Workout intensity meets movie night charm in viral reel But before the comfort of the couch, the couple powered through a joint workout that Kristin shared in a separate Instagram reel. The clip showed the two going through high-intensity drills, echoing the kind of discipline seen in the film they later watched. Kristin captioned the post with: "Back by popular demand… the dreaded 'come train with me today'." The contrast between the day's physical grind and the night's emotional unwind made their content all the more relatable. Adding a dose of humor to their workout saga, Olivia Culpo , close friend of Kristin and wife of teammate Christian McCaffrey—reacted to the video with: "Every inch of my body hurts looking at this." The comment added a lighthearted layer to the post and drew more attention to the couple's viral workout content, which often garners praise for its authenticity and couple goals energy. Also read: Pregnant Olivia Culpo, Christian McCaffrey's wife, goes viral for relatable motherhood moment on a farm From ballet classics to brutal drills, Kyle and Kristin continue to show that their off-field chemistry is just as compelling as anything seen on game day or the big screen. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Forbes
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Movie-Themed Dance Nights Arrive In New York City This June
Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey in a scene from the film 'Dirty Dancing', 1987. Two iconic New York dance films are coming to life at special events in Manhattan and Brooklyn this summer. A summer rooftop party will bring the Borscht Belt of Dirty Dancing to Brooklyn, while a studio class and dance along screening of Center Stage will celebrate the film's 25th anniversary in Manhattan. On Thursday, June 5th, Center Stage choreographer Susan Stroman is teaming up with Open Jar Studios to host a masterclass on the 'Jazz Class' routine from the film, followed by an interactive screening . 'You've heard of Sing-A-Long Sound Of Music?' says Jeff Whiting, president of Open Jar. 'This event will be 'Dance-A-Long Center Stage!' Stroman and her associate James Gray will will teach the iconic jazz class warm up and combo scene, followed by the viewing party. A Center Stage costume contest invites attendees to dress as a character in their favorite moment of the film. Special guests, activities, and surprises are promised. 'I think Center Stage remains beloved today because it was one of the first dance movies to give an honest depiction of the life of a professional dancer in New York City,' Stroman shared. 'Dance is the star of the movie. Much of the choreography is shot head to toe, so the camera takes the time to honor the body of the dancer. There are quick edits for energy, but dance is not sacrificed. As for the story, the characters are very real, authentic representations who reflect the heart and soul of a dancer. And it's a great homage to New York City, featuring plenty of quintessential city shots where, to this day, you could visit and immediately spot a dancer. For young people desperate to become dancers, this movie has it all.' Ethan Stiefel, Amanda Schull and Sascha Radetsky dance on stage in a scene from the film 'Center ... More Stage', 2000. Tickets start at $17 and are available online. And in the summer of 2025, fans who want more film-inspired dance in their lives can have the time of their lives at the summer rooftop party, 'CATSKILLS, BK: DIRTIER DANCING' on Tuesday, June 17 at the Moxy Williamsburg. Produced by The Neighborhood: An Urban Center for Jewish Life in partnership with Jewish nightlife mainstay FLAMINGGG, The Borscht Belt Museum, the Brooklyn Seltzer Museum, and more, the event will be headlined by a klezmer and swing band, plus live sets by DJ Party Girl and DJ Joco. Those thirsty from the dance floor can enjoy a make-your-own egg cream station from Brooklyn Seltzer Museum, sip on thematic cocktails, nosh on snacks from Lilistar and more Dirty Dancing themed fun. There will be a photo booth, so come dressed like you're on summer vacation at Kellerman's Ticket packages begin at $50 with optional merch and experience add-ons.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Baltimore Juvenile Justice Center uses theater to empower incarcerated teens
BALTIMORE — When the 18-year-old watched two friends participating in a Baltimore Center Stage workshop of theater games for incarcerated teens, he became visibly uneasy. As one of the young performers in the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center thrust a fist into the air to depict a power pose, the teen shifted from one foot to the other. When the other performer was asked to portray helplessness and curled into a fetal position, he looked away, allowing his long dreadlocks to partly obscure his face. But eventually, the teen met the eyes of the game's facilitator, Center Stage Artistic Director Stevie Walker-Webb. 'I am feeling stressed,' the 18-year-old said. 'It's not normal for me to play a game where you show your emotions. You don't want people to think you're weak.' He paused and then continued: 'I hate the fact that people won't say things to lift each other up. They bring each other down because they feel down themselves.' That insight is the whole point of the Juvenile Justice Drama Club, a pilot program run by Center Stage that works with boys ages 13 to 18. The Baltimore Sun isn't identifying the incarcerated youths because they are in the custody of the juvenile justice system for crimes they are accused of committing as minors, and those records are sealed by law. The theater games might look like, well, fun and games. But they have a deeper purpose — to help the teens develop empathy, master critical thinking and learn to take responsibility for their actions. 'I grew up in a low-income community in Texas, and from the ages of 18 to 22, I attended more funerals than graduations,' Walker-Webb said. 'The arts saved my life. So it's impossible for me not to feel for kids who are getting into trouble in this city and who could so easily slip through the cracks. It's impossible not to hope that giving them access to the arts could have some small impact for good on their lives. 'This is my way of trying to help other little Stevies.' The Juvenile Justice Center is a holding facility for teens who are awaiting sentencing for offenses ranging from firearms violations to assault and attempted murder. It is a serious place and looks like one, with windowless rooms consisting of beige cinderblock walls and overhead fluorescent lights. Visitors are searched for a long list of contraband items, including soft drinks, that they must leave behind in the lobby before being buzzed through a series of locking doors. The nine young men who took part in the drama club wore black slacks, maroon short-sleeved shirts and were monitored by at least four armed guards. And for 90 minutes, none of that seemed to matter. The teens played a game called 'Whoosh,' in which they passed energy around the room; a name-switching game; and 'Zip, Zap, Zop' in which they attempted to repeat a sequence of nonsense syllables in the proper order. They laughed and shouted, joked with Center Stage facilitators Erin Pettigrew and Hope Hynson, and disqualified themselves from further play when they messed up. 'These young people have already been adultified by society,' Walker-Webb said. 'We're here to let them know that it's OK for them to play, to laugh and to feel joy.' Art-based programs have been part of U.S. prisons since at least 1870, according to Danielle Rousseau, an assistant professor of criminal justice at Boston University. But they recently rose again to the forefront of the national conversation with the release of the acclaimed film 'Sing Sing,' which was nominated for three 2025 Academy Awards. In addition to professional actors, 'Sing Sing' featured real-life, formerly incarcerated men who were alumni of the Rehabilitation Through the Arts program at the maximum-security prison in Ossining, New York. Studies have found that former inmates who study theater or music or who take up painting are less likely to get into trouble while behind bars and more likely to stay out of trouble once they leave. In one widely cited experiment that was documented by the Prison Arts Resource Project, 177 randomly selected inmates who participated in arts programs in California prisons between 1980 and 1987 were 15.75% less likely than the general population of inmates to have violated their paroles six months after their release. One year after parole, the gap between the arts program participants and non-participants had widened to 24.6%. After two years, it had increased to 27.2%. It could be that the inmates were motivated to turn their lives around long before they joined the arts workshops and classes. Regardless, they seem to view these sessions as useful tools that can help them become productive citizens. As a former inmate named Gary told researchers at the Takoma Park-based Justice Arts Coalition: 'After nearly 30 years of incarceration, the feelings of being forgotten weigh heavily. 'We are the disenfranchised, the marginalized, the cast-aways. True, as I often tell others, I did this to myself. I blame no one but me. Yet I long for a second chance, the opportunity to be re-interwoven back into the fabric of America from which my crime ripped me. [The program] is like a seamstress, stitching me and other prisoners back into the tapestry of society.' Center Stage's Juvenile Justice Drama Club is paid for with private donations. It is a key aspect of the $1 million 'Next Act' fundraising campaign that the theater company launched in November. 'This program is an excellent example of how young people, even those charged with serious crimes, are responsive to creative outlets,' said Maryland public defender Robert Linthicum, chief of that agency's Youthful Defendants Unit in Baltimore City. 'Art is therapeutic, and rehabilitative programs like this not only help the young person but the community as a whole.' Now, Center Stage's drama club works only with young men. But Walker-Webb hopes to launch a second theater workshop next year for incarcerated teenage girls. Shauntia Lindsay, program services coordinator at the Department of Juvenile Services, said that the theater program 'empowers young people to see themselves as positive forces for change in their lives and communities.' 'Through the arts, we're giving them tools for expression, empathy, and transformation — creating meaningful pathways for young people to envision and work toward brighter futures,' Lindsay said. The Next Act campaign is also attempting to raise money for phase two, a workforce development program that will take place at Center Stage. 'Once the kids are released, we hope to get them into paid apprenticeships,' Walker-Webb said, 'where they can learn carpentry and marketing and other trades. This program is a powerful seed for the big tree we hope to someday grow.' Everywhere Walker-Webb looks, he sees undeveloped talent, young men with the potential to be a force for good in the world. The teen with the dreadlocks, for example, is so smart and self-aware, he said. Walker-Webb also pointed out another participant, a teen in a tan cap who demonstrated formidable focus. Generation Z is thought to be notorious for its short attention span. Not this member. When he plays 'Zip Zap Zop,' he quickly dispatches every other teen in the circle — and nearly all of the Center Stage staff — except for the more experienced Pettigrew. Even then, the outcome is so close that victory is only decided by a round of 'Rock, Paper Scissors.' (The win goes to Pettigrew.) After the workshop ended, the teen in the tan cap said that when he attended Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School, the atmosphere wasn't conducive to learning. 'People were getting stabbed and shot at school,' he said. 'I did not want to go there anymore.' He dropped out but drifted and ended up in jail on a weapons charge. Now 18, he hopes to put his time in juvenile detention to better use and has begun studying for his high school equivalency degree. He plans to enlist in the Air Force or Marines after his release. He said the stability of a career in the armed forces appeals to him in part because of the health care and educational benefits it provides. 'If I was in the military,' he said, 'the family I have now would be set up for life. So would my future family. 'They would be so proud of me.'
Express Tribune
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Pakistan offers UN members, other states for fair investigation of Pahalgam
Listen to article Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has stated that Pakistan is ready to allow an international investigation into the recent Pahalgam incident, suggesting that experts from European and neighbouring countries be included. Speaking on the television program Center Stage, Asif reiterated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's offer for an impartial probe, emphasizing that Pakistan has no objection to international oversight. "Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has made it clear: let the international community investigate the Pahalgam incident and verify the credibility of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims," Asif said. He praised the Prime Minister's recent address as comprehensive, addressing all pertinent issues. Asif stressed that European nations, neighbouring countries, and even members of the UN Security Council could be invited to oversee the investigation process to ensure transparency. He also highlighted China's crucial role, noting that Beijing shares borders with both India and Pakistan and has stakes in the Kashmir issue. Asif pointed out that the Kashmir conflict is a colonial legacy left by Britain, suggesting the UK should also be involved in scrutinizing the matter. Criticizing the Indian government, Khawaja Asif remarked that even Indian citizens no longer trust Prime Minister Modi. "Modi's credibility is in tatters; he is manipulating the Pahalgam story for political gains ahead of elections," Asif said, noting that the Indian government has yet to provide any credible evidence regarding the incident. He accused Modi of fabricating narratives for electoral benefits, comparing the current situation to past false flag operations, including the Pulwama attack. Asif alleged that Modi had previously incited violence against Sikhs, Christians, and other minorities in India to consolidate support among extremist Hindu voters. The Defence Minister went further, accusing India of exporting terrorism to countries such as Canada and the United States. Concluding his remarks, Khawaja Asif asserted that Pakistan is fully prepared to defend itself against any aggression. "We are not only 100 percent but 200 percent ready to protect every inch of our land. We have no aggressive intentions, but any act of aggression will be met with a strong response," he declared.
