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Yahoo
07-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Furtado, Wallace F. 1941-2025 St. Joseph, Mo.
Wallace F. Furtado, 83, St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025. He was born July 27, 1941, in Carver, Massachusetts, to Noy and Carolyn (Gomes) Furtado. He grew up in Massachusetts, and after graduating from high school he proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He retired as a Chief Master Sergeant. On May 10, 1975, Wallace married Dona Denise Young. They recently celebrated their 50th anniversary. Wallace loved sports. He played baseball in his younger years, then coached men's basketball while in the military, and later coached high school girls basketball in Massachusetts. Wallace and Dona moved to St. Joseph in 2005 to be closer to family. They attended Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. He was an outgoing man with very high standards, but more importantly, a loving husband, father and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Brenda Jones. Survivors include his wife, Dona; son, Michael (Kelly); grandchildren, Jalen, Maya, and Case Furtado; nieces; nephews; other extended family and friends. Farewell Services 10 a.m. Friday, July 11, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service. Online guest book and obituary at As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.
India.com
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Happy Birthday Sourav Ganguly: Shuttlecock Started Love Story, Families Were Against, Did Secret Wedding And Then...
photoDetails english Updated:Jul 06, 2025, 07:30 PM IST Childhood Sweethearts, Neighborly Glances 1 / 10 Sourav Ganguly and Dona Ganguly grew up as neighbors in Kolkata's Behala locality. They often saw each other, developing a quiet admiration from a distance. Their paths were destined to intertwine in the most charming way. The Shuttlecock That Changed Everything 2 / 10 Their story took a romantic turn during a game of badminton. Sourav's shuttlecock landed in Dona's home, creating the perfect excuse. It was her chance to speak to him while returning the stray shuttlecock. Breaking the Ice: A Budding Friendship 3 / 10 That simple act of returning the shuttlecock broke the initial hesitation between them. Soon, Sourav and Dona began interacting more frequently. Several small incidents helped them connect and build a genuine friendship. Love Blossoms 4 / 10 Their First Date As their friendship deepened, Sourav and Dona realized their feelings for each other. They fell deeply in love, leading to their memorable first date. They chose a Chinese restaurant in Kolkata named Mandarin for this special occasion. Family Opposition 5 / 10 When Sourav and Dona decided to marry, their families strongly opposed the union. An old family dispute between the two households created a significant hurdle. Their parents refused to give their blessing to the match. A Secret Pact 6 / 10 Despite the family resistance, Sourav and Dona were determined to be together. Their love was too strong to be deterred by external pressures. They made a brave decision to marry secretly, against their families' wishes. The Hush-Hush Wedding 7 / 10 A Private Affair To keep their marriage under wraps from the public and media, Sourav and Dona opted for a low-key ceremony. They tied the knot at a friend's house, with a registrar officiating the private vows. It was a testament to their unwavering commitment. Shock, Fury, and Eventual Acceptance 8 / 10 Upon learning of the secret marriage, both families were initially shocked and furious. However, the undeniable purity and strength of Sourav and Dona's love eventually softened their hearts. They decided to put their old grudges behind them. A Grand Celebration 9 / 10 The Official WeddingOnce their families fully accepted their union, they organized a proper, grand wedding for the couple. This joyous celebration took place on February 1, 1997, marking the official beginning of their life as husband and wife with everyone's blessings. Parenthood and a Legacy of Love 10 / 10 In 2001, Sourav and Dona welcomed their daughter, Sana Ganguly, completing their beautiful family. Today, the family of three lives happily in Kolkata. Their enduring love story remains an inspiring example of commitment and devotion.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nasdaq, S&P 500 Notch New Record Highs Following US-Vietnam Deal; Tesla Rebounds
The Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 jumped to fresh record levels on Wednesday after President Dona
Borneo Post
27-04-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
Unimas, SSPCA, SOS unite to tackle campus stray issues
Dona (third right) presents a token of appreciation to Wee (centre) during the Pet Walk 2025 event, witnessed by Jee (third left) and other invited guests. – Photo by Jude Toyat KUCHING (April 27): The Sarawak Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA) and Save Our Strays (SOS) will partner with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) in May to address the issue of stray animals on its campus through an awareness and control initiative. SSPCA president Datin Dona Drury-Wee said that the initiative will focus on raising awareness about the proper care of campus strays. A key component of the collaboration is the implementation of a Capture, Neuter, Vaccinate and Return (CNVR) programme aimed at managing and curbing the stray animal population within Unimas grounds. 'In the next month SSPCA and SOS will also start our work with Unimas to create greater awareness about the care for their campus strays, as well as a Capture, Neuter, Vaccinate and Return programme (CNVR) to curb the growth of the stray population there,' she said in her speech during the Pet Walk 2025 event at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) foyer here today. Dona emphasised that events like The Pet Walk are not only fun and memorable, but also highlight the importance of responsible pet ownership, compassion, and community engagement. 'We are holding this in the month of April to commemorate World Stray Animal Day, and we would like to remind members of the public that stray animals do not ask to be abandoned and left on the streets, it is our human responsibility to ensure that all animals are taken care of. 'If you do not wish to have an uncontrollable number of pets, then you must neuter or spay your animals to prevent unwanted litters,' she stressed. She also highlighted SSPCA's ongoing efforts in supporting the 'One Health' approach, which focuses on the interconnected health of people, animals, and the environment, especially in combating rabies. 'We all work together on the principal of One Health, to eradicate rabies and achieve the global target of zero human deaths by 2030. 'Remember, by protecting your pets through vaccination, you are also protecting your family and neighbours from rabies,' she said. The Pet Walk 2025 saw more than 800 participants and over 150 pets joining the event, which was co-organised with Pertubuhan Komuniti Progresif Kuching (PKPK). Dona expressed her gratitude to all participants, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters who contributed to the event's success. 'Together, we are making a difference — one pawprint at a time,' she added. The event was officiated by Kuching South Mayor Datuk Wee Hong and attended by PKPK chairman and organising chairman Ryan Jee, DVSS deputy director Dr Nicholas Jenek and Boehringer Ingelheim Malaysia technical manager Dr Eddie Tan, as well as local media fraternity and other pet lovers.
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Arizona Governor Hobbs signs stolen valor bill protecting veteran achievements
The Brief A stolen valor bill was signed by Governor Hobbs on April 18. Retired Master Sergeant Jack Dona says watching the bill navigate through the state legislature was frustrating at times but worth it to make sure people are not embellishing their past. The bill is named after Dona's late father, Master Sergeant Orlando Dona. PHOENIX - As the end of the current Arizona legislative session draws near, a bill to penalize those who commit acts of stolen valor was signed by Governor Hobbs. The bill penalizes anyone who falsifies military records or awards for personal or political gain. Veterans say it is a relief after an up and down journey to get the bill through the legislature and to the Governor's desk. What they're saying "Overall, this is a great victory for, and a bipartisan victory, for veterans, military retirees, and even those who are serving today," said Retired Master Sergeant Jack Dona. Dona says seeing the stolen valor bill turned into law would be an honor as the legislation bears the name of his late father, Master Sergeant Orlando Dona. "On behalf of my entire family, we thank the legislature, in particular Walt Blackman and Shawnna Bollick," said Dona. Anthony Anderson who has been behind the Guardian of Valor and Stolen Valor movement, says he's happy about the bill passing the finish line but is upset about the bill passing the finish line. The backstory Anderson was referencing a decision by Senator Wendy Rogers to block the bill in committee, citing the need for amendments. A news release from the Arizona Senate Republicans claims Rogers, "championed changes to the new bill but Anderson and Dona say they think those claims are false. "I've helped other states get laws like this passed and I've never seen a battle like this," said Anderson. "I would like to emphasize from the time Wendy Rogers killed the bill in her committee to the time it crossed a senate floor for a vote, she was not involved in the process. She's stealing valor from the stolen valor bill, if you want to be honest about it." Representative Blackman authored the original stolen valor bill introduced this session. Senator Bollick brought forth a striker bill after Blackman's bill was blocked by Rogers. What they're saying Blackman issued the following statement ahead of the signing: He also honored his colleagues, saying, "I'm extremely thankful to Senator Shawnna Bolick (LD2) for her leadership and hard work in moving this bill forward. I'm also grateful to Senator Analise Ortiz for ensuring this legislation received the vote it deserved. Their commitment to bipartisan collaboration helped make this possible." "This legislation is not about me," he continued. "It's about every veteran who earned their place, their rank, and their recognition. My hat is off to them, and I'm proud to stand with them." Dona says the hurdles this bill went through were frustrating to see. "You want to talk about why people are fed up with politics and fed up with politicians," said Dona. Why you should care He says the stolen valor bill should send a message to anyone who even considers exaggerating their military past. "If you are an elected official or you're thinking about running for office or you have in some way embellished, doctored, or claimed military service and have received substantial benefit for it, you better come clean," he said. The stolen valor law would go into effect 90 days after the final day of this session.
