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CTV News
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa officially opens today. Here's what you need to know
The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa sign. The new Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa on Albion Road opens to the public on Thursday. (Shaun Vardon/CTV News Ottawa) The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa officially opens to the public this afternoon, featuring a 150-room hotel, a performance venue and gaming space. The new facility on Albion Road in Ottawa's south end is Hard Rock's first 'fully integrated resort' in Canada with a hotel and gaming facility all in one place. In 2017, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation selected Hard Rock International to become the operator of the casino at Rideau Carleton Raceway. In June 2023, construction began on the new $350 million new hotel, casino and performance venue. The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa will feature a 150-room hotel, with 22 luxury suites. The more than 150,000 sq. ft. of entertaining and gaming space includes the Hard Rock Live performance venue with the capacity for up to 2,200 people, 1,500 slot machines, up to 40 gaming tables, and a high-limit gaming area. There will be 10 restaurants and bars at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa, including the iconic Hard Rock Café. The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa will officially open at 1 p.m. Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa sign. (Shaun Vardon/CTV News Ottawa) There will also performances by three major Canadian artists to kick off the opening week. David Foster and Katharine McPhee will perform at the Hard Rock Live performance venue tonight, and Napanee's Avril Lavigne will perform on Saturday. The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa is one of several hotels opening in Ottawa over the next year. The new AC Hotel by Marriott Ottawa Downtown opened on April 24, with 159 rooms, a pool, sauna, gym and meeting rooms. The Moxy Ottawa downtown is opening early in 2026, and a new hotel is scheduled to open at the Ottawa International Airport in late 2025 or early 2026. Here's what you need to know about the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa Opening date: July 3 at 1 p.m. 700 employees The Hard Rock Hotel will have 150 rooms, including 22 suites Expanded Hard Rock Casino with 1,500 slot machines, 40 live-action table games, high-limit gaming. Hard Rock Live – an 1,800-seat theatre with standing room for 2,200 guests More than 10 restaurants, bars and lounges, including the Hard Rock Café and Council Oak Steakhouse The Hard Rock shop
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Compound found in olive oil can kill cancer cells in 30 minutes
A Rutgers University and Hunter College study revealed that oleocanthal, a compound in extra-virgin olive oil, can kill cancer cells rapidly. The research, published in Molecular & Cellular Oncology, found that oleocanthal targets cancer cells' lysosomes, causing them to rupture and die within 30 minutes, while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Olive oil, which is one of the star ingredients in a Mediterranean diet, often hailed as one of the world's healthiest eating patterns, is already known for its benefits to heart and brain health. But here's something even more surprising: it may also have powerful anticancer properties! A natural compound found in extra-virgin olive oil has been found to kill cancer cells in just 30 minutes. A study led by researchers from Rutgers University and Hunter College found that an ingredient in olive oil can potentially fight cancer. The study is published in the journal Molecular & Cellular Oncology in 2015. Olive oil and its anti-cancer properties Olive oil contains oleocanthal, a phenolic compound that may be key in targeting cancer cells without harming healthy ones. The study adds to the numerous health benefits of olive oil, including improving the immune system, protecting bones, and even reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Meanwhile, the concentration of oleocanthal differs in different varieties of olive oils, due to their origin, harvest time, and processing methods. The researchers tested a variety of olive oils to determine their respective concentrations of oleocanthal, which ranged from very low to very high. They found that olive oils with high oleocanthal content completely killed in vitro cancer cells like purified oleocanthal. Killing cancer cells Habit: Start the morning with a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil or drizzle it over your it works:Olive oil is packed with monounsaturated fats, which help increase HDL (good cholesterol).It also reduces hunger, preventing unnecessary Mediterranean diet, rich in olive oil, is linked to a lower risk of heart disease! In normal physiological conditions, cells die through a process called apoptosis, a form of programmed cell death. This process usually takes 16 to 24 hours. But when scientists Onica LeGendre, David Foster of Hunter College, and Paul Breslin of Rutgers University applied oleocanthal to cancer cells in the lab, the effect was far more immediate. The compound wiped out cancer cells of multiple types within just 30 minutes to an hour. That led researchers to believe that oleocanthal was working through a different mechanism. 6 Best oils for navel massage to boost health naturally 'We needed to determine if oleocanthal was targeting that protein and causing the cells to die,' Breslin, a professor of nutritional sciences at a university, said in a release. How it attacks cancer cells They found that the compound was killing the cancer cells' waste centers, known as lysosomes, which are larger than healthy cells and also more fragile. 'Once you open one of those things, all hell breaks loose,' Breslin added. They noticed that once oleocanthal did its damage, the crucial functions of the cell began to suffer, eventually leading to its death. What was even more surprising was that the healthy cells were unharmed. After oleocanthal 'put them to sleep' for a day, they rebounded as if nothing had happened. "We think oleocanthal could explain reduced [cancer] incidence in Mediterranean diets where consumption is high. And it is also possible that purified (higher-dose) could possibly be used therapeutically," Foster said. The researchers also added that they want to learn more about why oleocanthal targets and shrinks cancer cells specifically. 'We also need to understand why it is that cancerous cells are more sensitive to oleocanthal than non-cancerous cells,' Foster concluded.
Cision Canada
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
Located within the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa - QUÉBEC-BASED SCÉNO PLUS DESIGNS THE NEW HARD ROCK LIVE OTTAWA THEATRE
MONTREAL, June 26, 2025 /CNW/ - Internationally acclaimed Québec firm Scéno Plus, renowned for designing iconic performance venues — from The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for Celine Dion to Dolby Live in Las Vegas, as well as Montreal's Théâtre d'Aujourd'hui, Usine C, and Salle Pierre-Mercure — proudly unveils its latest achievement: the Hard Rock LIVE Ottawa theatre. This brand-new multipurpose entertainment venue, located inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, will officially open its doors on July 3, 2025, with a premiere concert by Canadian composer and pianist David Foster and his wife, American singer Katharine McPhee, performing her greatest hits. The opening of Hard Rock LIVE Ottawa is a key component of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, the first destination of its kind in Canada. A true gem within the Hard Rock brand, this unique complex is set to redefine entertainment and hospitality offerings in the nation's capital. With its contemporary design and signature rock'n'roll spirit, the property features 150 guest rooms, a fully modernized casino adjacent to a horse racing track, and — at the heart of it all — the Hard Rock LIVE Ottawa, with a capacity of 1,900 seated or 2,200 standing. "This project marks our eighth collaboration with Hard Rock International — a relationship built on mutual trust and a successful track record. The venue was designed to accommodate a wide variety of event formats in an enveloping and inspiring setting. With its exceptional acoustics, stage flexibility, and captivating ambiance, it promises both audiences and performers a truly memorable experience worthy of the Hard Rock legacy," says Olivier Berthiaume-Bergé, President and CEO of Scéno Plus. A modular theatre designed for all types of events Hard Rock LIVE Ottawa stands out for its exceptional versatility. The venue features telescopic seating with retractable seats, enabling a 17,000-square-foot open floor area, easily adaptable for concerts, galas, conferences, sports matches, poker tournaments, trade shows, and much more. The theatre's visual experience lives up to the Hard Rock name, blending boldness and elegance in its interior design. Vibrant red seats add energy to the general admission area, while the gold-toned VIP section offers select guests unparalleled proximity to the stage.
The Star
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Siti Nurhaliza to debut new song at Singapore concert
Singaporean fans of Siti Nurhaliza are in for a treat, as the Malaysian pop queen will debut a new song at her Singapore Indoor Stadium concert on July 26. 'Singapore has always been special,' she tells The Straits Times in a Zoom interview conducted in Malay from her office in Kuala Lumpur on June 16. 'If you look back at my past concerts there, I've always had some exclusive performances. So, yes, I have a new song. It hasn't been released yet, and I plan to debut it exclusively at the concert.' The 46-year-old declines to reveal its title, but teases it is a ballad. The upcoming gig comes two decades after she last performed at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. She has staged concerts here multiple times, including two nights at The Star Theatre in June 2024, as well as a show with Canadian songwriter and producer David Foster, also at The Star Theatre, in 2023. The Singapore Indoor Stadium, which can accommodate up to 12,000 people, is larger than her usual Singapore venues, so fans can expect 'a big sound', says the singer behind pop hits such as Aku Cinta Padamu, Purnama Merindu and Bukan Cinta Biasa. '(The place) holds so many memories for me. It's a huge venue and that makes the responsibility even bigger. We're bringing a mini orchestra to deliver a more powerful sound. 'I'm thankful to return to Singapore for this concert. I promise fans a performance they will never forget. This time, I'll sing songs I rarely perform, and some that have never been performed live.' One of Malaysia's most decorated musicians, the Pahang-born music star was awarded the Biduanita Negara accolade in November 2024. She is the third artiste to receive the title, after late Malay singing icons Saloma and Sharifah Aini. She also holds the title of Datuk Seri in Malaysia. Siti made her debut after winning a national singing contest by television station Radio Televisyen Malaysia in 1995. The upcoming concert is part of a series of events, including an exhibition at shopping centre Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, that kicked off in March to celebrate her three decades in music. She is still one of the top singers in Malaysia and was the most streamed local artiste among Spotify listeners in the country in 2024. In March, her 2018 song Anta Permana was included in a playlist of favourite songs by British monarch King Charles III, who described her as an 'outstanding Malaysian artiste'. Her 20th full-length album, Sitism , was released in 2023. Her follow-up, she reveals, will focus on traditional Malay music, and she is in the process of gathering songs from both seasoned and new composers. 'What I'll never forget is the loyalty of my fans – that's something that can't be replaced,' she says of the highlight of her long entertainment career. 'After 30 years, if Gen Z recognises my name, that's the biggest honour for me.' She is touched when a new generation of artistes cite her as a role model and influence, but insists she also learns from her younger counterparts. Her Singapore show, for example, will feature guest singer Hael Husaini, the 37-year-old Malaysian known for pop and R&B hits such as Jampi. 'They give me fresh ideas. Experienced artistes shouldn't think we know everything, we need to collaborate.' Besides her singing career, she is also a successful entrepreneur whose business empire spans cosmetics, clothes, and food and beverage. She married businessman Khalid Mohamad Jiwa, better known as Datuk K, in 2006. The couple have a seven-year-old daughter, Siti Aafiyah, and four-year-old son, Muhammad Afwa. Juggling motherhood and work is not easy, she admits. 'I've been trained since a young age to be disciplined. It's in my blood now,' she says on how she strikes a balance. 'But I still need rest and time with my children. I also take them to every concert – they are my motivation to give my best on stage.' Show business is a tough industry, she acknowledges, which is why it is not something she would recommend for her kids. 'In my heart, I hope they don't follow the path of becoming singers, even if they have the talent.' – The Straits Times/Asia News Network
New Paper
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Paper
'Singapore has always been special': Malaysia's Siti Nurhaliza to debut new song at concert here
Local fans of Siti Nurhaliza are in for a treat, as the Malaysian pop queen will debut a new song at her Singapore Indoor Stadium concert on July 26. "Singapore has always been special," she tells The Straits Times in a Zoom interview conducted in Malay from her office in Kuala Lumpur on June 16. "If you look back at my past concerts there, I've always had some exclusive performances. So, yes, I have a new song. It hasn't been released yet, and I plan to debut it exclusively at the concert." The 46-year-old declines to reveal its title, but teases it is a ballad. The upcoming gig comes two decades after she last performed at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. She has staged concerts here multiple times, including two nights at The Star Theatre in June 2024, as well as a show with Canadian songwriter and producer David Foster, also at The Star Theatre, in 2023. The Singapore Indoor Stadium, which can accommodate up to 12,000 people, is larger than her usual Singapore venues, so fans can expect "a big sound", says the singer behind pop hits such as Aku Cinta Padamu (I Love You, 1997), Purnama Merindu (Lonely Moon, 1998) and Bukan Cinta Biasa (No Ordinary Love, 2003). "(The place) holds so many memories for me. It's a huge venue and that makes the responsibility even bigger. We're bringing a mini orchestra to deliver a more powerful sound. "I'm thankful to return to Singapore for this concert. I promise fans a performance they will never forget. This time, I'll sing songs I rarely perform, and some that have never been performed live." One of Malaysia's most decorated musicians, the Pahang-born music star was awarded the Biduanita Negara (National Songstress) accolade in November 2024. She is the third artiste to receive the title, after late Malay singing icons Saloma and Sharifah Aini. She also holds the title of Dato' Sri in Malaysia. Siti made her debut after winning a national singing contest by television station Radio Televisyen Malaysia in 1995. The upcoming concert is part of a series of events, including an exhibition at shopping centre Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, that kicked off in March to celebrate her three decades in music. She is still one of the top singers in Malaysia and was the most streamed local artiste among Spotify listeners in the country in 2024. In March, her 2018 song Anta Permana was included in a playlist of favourite songs by British monarch King Charles III, who described her as an "outstanding Malaysian artiste". Her 20th full-length album, Sitism, was released in 2023. Her follow-up, she reveals, will focus on traditional Malay music, and she is in the process of gathering songs from both seasoned and new composers. "What I'll never forget is the loyalty of my fans - that's something that can't be replaced," she says of the highlight of her long entertainment career. "After 30 years, if Gen Z recognises my name, that's the biggest honour for me." She is touched when a new generation of artistes cite her as a role model and influence, but insists she also learns from her younger counterparts. Her Singapore show, for example, will feature guest singer Hael Husaini, the 37-year-old Malaysian known for pop and R&B hits such as Jampi (Incantation, 2017). Her 20th full-length album, Sitism, was released in 2023. Her follow-up, she reveals, will focus on traditional Malay music, and she is in the process of gathering songs from both seasoned and new composers. PHOTO: BIZ TRENDS "They give me fresh ideas. Experienced artistes shouldn't think we know everything, we need to collaborate." Besides her singing career, she is also a successful entrepreneur whose business empire spans cosmetics, clothes, and food and beverage. She married businessman Khalid Mohamad Jiwa, better known as Datuk K, in 2006. The couple have a seven-year-old daughter, Siti Aafiyah, and four-year-old son, Muhammad Afwa. Juggling motherhood and work is not easy, she admits. "I've been trained since a young age to be disciplined. It's in my blood now," she says on how she strikes a balance. "But I still need rest and time with my children. I also take them to every concert - they are my motivation to give my best on stage." Show business is a tough industry, she acknowledges, which is why it is not something she would recommend for her kids. "In my heart, I hope they don't follow the path of becoming singers, even if they have the talent." Book it/The Next Wave: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza Live In Singapore Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk When: July 26, 8pm Admission: $98 to $288 via Sistic (go to or call 6348-5555)
