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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'We're still mourning' — Stephen Curry's sister Sydel Curry-Lee's honest confession sparks reaction from Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball
Sydel Curry-Lee and Lonzo Ball. Image via: Straight to Cam/ YouTube (screengrab) | Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images Stephen Curry 's sister, Sydel Curry-Lee , has recently shared her honest confession on her podcast with WNBA star Cameron Brink , with Lonzo Ball as a special guest on the show. Sydel shared that someone ran her pet duck over recently, and she and her family are still grieving the demise of their pet. In her confession, Sydel also revealed that the demise of the duck was more painful as the pet was so close to her kids. Stephen Curry's sister, Sydel Curry-Lee, made a confession, which sparked reactions from Lonzo Ball Sydel Curry-Lee recently opened up about the heartbreaking loss of her family's beloved pet duck, Duckie. The duck had become a cherished part of their daily routine, often seen relaxing in their backyard pool and bringing joy to her young daughter, who eagerly looked for him each morning. However, tragedy struck when Sydel spotted what appeared to be Duckie's lifeless, decapitated body while driving through the neighborhood. 'Someone killed our pet duck, Duckie,' Sydel said on her Straight to Cam podcast with Cameron Brink. Lonzo Ball on Playing Against LaMelo, Anthony Edwards' Star Power & Funny Untold Confessions | EP 16 'A little background on Duckie is like we had this random duck who would come and like chill out in our pool, and every morning my daughter would like run to my room and be like, 'Mommy, ducky, mommy ducky.' And she'd be like so excited to like see the duck in the pool. But last week I was driving down the street and I saw like a decapitated duck. Like the body was on one side and the head was on the other,' she continued. Though she initially held onto hope that it might not be him, Duckie hasn't returned in over a week. 'I'm like that looks like our duck, but maybe not. I haven't seen him since, and it's been like a week and a half now. And I'm pretty sure that's our duck. And every morning, my daughter still comes into our room and she's like, 'Mommy, ducky.' And I'm like, 'Ah. Duckie not here, Duckie's gone,'' she added. 'This just changed the whole day,' Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball who appeared on the podcast, reacted. 'It's starting the day out every day on a really sad note. We've had to buy her, like, not had to, but you know, try to distract her. I bought her a stuffed duck that looks just like Duckie. Got her a duck sleepsack that's got the ducks that look like our duck all over it. So, I don't know who ran the duck over, and I hope that they have really bad days every day until my daughter gets over it,' Sydel confessed her feelings. Ball assured Curry that another duck would fill the void, 'Actually, ducks, a lot of pools I have, ducks be in them. So, you got to Hey, keep hope alive.' Also Read: 'This man is a firefighter' — New York Knicks stan Ben Stiller showers praise for Tyrese Haliburton's heartfelt gesture for Indiana Pacers fan after viral incident Sydel, with her heavy heart, responded, 'I appreciate your optimism. However, we're still mourning.' She added, 'I had to honor his life. That was great. Add so much joy to my kids.' Sydel is married to Phoenix Suns star Damion Lee .
Daily Record
19-05-2025
- Daily Record
Horse box-turned-campervan with private balcony is the ultimate Scottish summer getaway
Once a horse box, Duckie is now a luxury campervan in Dunkeld with a hidden TV, waterfall shower, and private balcony. A horse box-turned-luxury campervan is turning heads thanks to a jaw-dropping makeover that's packed with surprises. Duckie, the latest listing on Camplify UK, is a converted horse lorry based in the picturesque Perthshire town of Dunkeld. After retiring from its initial role of transporting steeds, it has been transformed into one of the most unique and luxurious ways to travel the country, offering a glamping experience unlike any other. Inside Duckie, you'll find a hot waterfall shower, gas hob, oven, fridge and ceiling fan, as well as a sleek seating area and LED mood lighting throughout. And just when you think it can't get any more extravagant, the van reveals its pièce de résistance: a private balcony. It's the ideal spot for enjoying breakfast al fresco or soaking in golden-hour views after a day on the road. When night falls, a double bed fitted with a five-inch memory foam mattress promises a peaceful night's sleep. Available to hire from £100 per night (£50 per person), Duckie sleeps two and is pet-friendly. It also includes full AA breakdown cover and insurance for added peace of mind. With pick-up from Dunkeld, guests are perfectly positioned to explore two of Scotland's most scenic routes, the Heart 200 and the legendary North Coast 500. According to Camplify's website, this campervan is designed to be 'a true off-grid haven', offering a slice of modern comfort amid the great outdoors. Powered by solar energy, it lets you explore far and wide while keeping your environmental footprint small. The listing reads: 'Step out of the ordinary and dive into an extraordinary adventure with our campervan! "Get ready to embrace a journey where comfort meets creativity… a once-in-a-lifetime experience that's as cozy as your favourite apartment.' The interior, finished in calming neutrals, is full of surprises. With the touch of a button, a hidden TV emerges from a sideboard, offering the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring. 'Catch up on shows, enjoy movie nights, or stay connected – it's your call,' Camplify says. Cooking on the go is simple thanks to the well-equipped kitchen setup, and for those wanting to dine under the stars, the camper includes outdoor furniture for meals on the balcony. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. 'Whether you're capturing sunsets or stargazing, this spot is pure magic,' the description continues. 'Our campervan redefines glamping on wheels. "Whether you're an adventurer seeking a cosy base or a couple craving a romantic getaway, our campervan strikes the perfect balance.' With bookings now open, Duckie is set to offer couples and campers alike a stylish escape that blends luxury living with wild adventure, all from the back of a beautifully reimagined horse box.
Scottish Sun
17-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Unique campervan ticks all the boxes for luxurious Scots road trip – it's a must for horse lovers
Take in all of Scotland's glorious scenery from the comfort of your own 'home on wheels' ON THE HOOF Unique campervan ticks all the boxes for luxurious Scots road trip – it's a must for horse lovers Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ROAD trips just became a little more lux, thanks to this unusual campervan? Duckie is a lovingly converted horse box, kitted out with a host of modern features - from a waterfall shower and gas hob to a hidden telly. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 The converted horsebox even has it's own little patio to take in the views And just when you think you've seen it all, it offers something totally unexpected - a patio, perfect for soaking up the summer sun and taking in scenic views where ever you may be. The horse-box-cum-campervan has just been unveiled by Camplify UK and is available for hire now. Far from an ordinary ride, it offers adventure-seekers the opportunity to embrace the great outdoors in complete luxury, in this unique camper full of character. Based in Dunkeld, Perthshire Duckie has been completely transformed into a glamping paradise that blends the necessities of life on the road with a host of modern luxuries. Perfect for a couple, the van has been completed in a neutral tones inside and out. The extensive refurb saw the installation of a hot waterfall shower, perfect for refreshing starts to the day or easing aching muscles after outdoor adventures. 8 Duckie has a very wlecome waterfall shower 8 The kitchen area has hob and oven and plenty of space for dining 8 Eat round the dining table before relaxing on the sofa in from of the TV 8 The double bed has a comfy memory foam mattress for a great night's sleep The small kitchen come is perfect for self-catering on the road, thanks to gas hob and oven, working sink, plenty of cupboard space to store the necessities and worktop to prepare meals. There's even a clever table to dine at and a sofa for nights in watching the hidden TV that magically emerges from a sideboard. As the day winds down its retractable balcony will be the perfect spot to take in the scenery, thanks to the supplied table and chairs, which fit snugly inside the van when driving. And as darkness descends, the double bed – kitted out with a comfy memory foam mattress – beckons for a good night's sleep. The North Coast 500: Scotland's Must-Visit Road Trip Beats the Grand Canyon Duckie is available for hire through Camplify UK, one of the largest campervan and motorhome sharing communities globally. Sleeping two and pet friendly, she is costs from £100 a day. Dunkeld is the perfect starting point for any road trip in Scotland as Perthshire is widely known as the 'gateway' to the Highlands. 8 Duckie can be picked up from the village of Dunkeld in Perthshire Credit: Alamy 8 Kylesku Bridge along the NC500 8 Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Credit: Getty Guests can take advantage of that easy access to take in some of the country's most iconic driving routes including the iconic North Coast 500. It's also perfect for exploring the newer Heart 200, which is, as the name suggests, a 200-mile long route through the best of Heart of Scotland, covering Perth, Stirling, The Trossachs, Loch Lomond, Blair Atholl and many more popular destinations.
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘People are still doing it, but nobody talks about it': queer collective Duckie break the chemsex taboo
'It's sort of a daytime TV chatshow, mixed with an avant garde variety show,' explains Simon Casson, co-founder and producer of the legendary queer nightlife collective Duckie. Casson is explaining the colourful concept of Rat Park, the group's latest project. 'There's going to be a big bonfire in the garden and candles outdoors in jam jars, it's all very beautiful,' he says. 'Inside, there will be discussions and performance pieces, then interviews, then another performance and more conversations – all about the terribly embarrassing subject of queer people and our sex lives.' Rat Park will run every Saturday afternoon in February, which is LGBTQ+ history month in the UK. The collaborative events, which will be held at a 'secret location', bring together community names such as artist and archivist Ajamu X, HIV activist Marc Thompson and author Matthew Todd, alongside a selection of performers including cabaret act Rhys' Pieces and artist Zack Mennell. Each week is themed on a different body fluid. 'Blood' points the way to discussions of HIV and family, whereas 'tears' might prompt conversations about grief, rejection and masculinity. (Use your imagination for the other two weeks: piss and spunk.) Sex and intimacy are the threads that bind Rat Park together. And although everyone is welcome, there is a particular focus on queer men over 40. This is because the event isn't just anchored around sex, but particularly chemsex – sex parties including the use of drugs such as methamphetamine (known as crystal meth or 'tina') and GHB. Casson tells me that the event is purposely positioned in the so-called 'Tina Triangle' – the area between Oval, Vauxhall and Stockwell, where there is a high concentration of gay residents and chemsex parties. 'I'm 58, so obviously my generation grew up among a lot of homophobia. It's hard to get rid of that and sometimes it comes out in funny ways as we get older,' he says. 'And when you then introduce something like chemsex, with the power of a drug like crystal meth, it can become quite irresistible for a lot of us.' In the 2010s, chemsex inspired a flurry of mainstream media coverage. More support services soon became available. But it feels as if the 'story' has now moved on, even though there are still three suspected chemsex-related deaths every month in London alone. 'A lot of people are still doing it, but it's a secret,' Casson says. 'It's underground. It's taboo. Nobody talks about it.' He sees Rat Park as a chance to restart the conversation. As a sober event held in the afternoon, Rat Park has a different vibe to Duckie's usual offering, which culminates in 'dancing, drinking and disco'. The collective was founded in 1995 in the Royal Vauxhall Tavern – a London pub that has been at the centre of LGBTQ+ nightlife and activism for decades. Like the RVT itself, Duckie's output is vibrant and varied. 'It was and is a bunch of queer misfits who were disfranchised by shit gay clubbing, who brought together artists, performers and drag queens from the club world and beyond,' says performer and writer Scottee, who started his career there. 'It's an alchemy of outsiders who make work that is motivated by the issues facing the community.' The collective's 2002 Christmas show, C'est Vauxhall, seated guests at tables and offered them the chance to order short acts using 'Duckie dollars' from a menu. The following year, this was recreated at the Barbican, which won an Olivier award for best entertainment show – a watershed moment that brought them to venues including the Sydney Opera House. In 2022, Duckie announced the end of its weekly residence at the RVT, saying it would continue to put on events such as Rat Park on an ad-hoc basis. 'Duckie is a family,' says Neil Bartlett, whose award-winning career as a theatre director, performer and writer spans five decades. Bartlett used to test out his short performance pieces on Duckie nights and continues to collaborate with them because of the 'unrivalled' connection with the audience. 'I'm probably the only person whose CV includes opening a new piece at the National Theatre and at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern in the same week,' he says. 'Some people might say: 'The last thing that he did was working with Emma Corrin in the West End. Why is he going back to Vauxhall?' Well, I never left Vauxhall.' Rat Park is a natural fit for Bartlett, because sexual politics is a thread that runs through his work. 'The intention here is to create a warm and caring space, where we can get together as a community,' he says. 'There is a concentration of addiction issues, mental health issues and loneliness, but I think we also need to talk about how we're having a fabulous time, too. We're finding new ways to love each other, new ways to have sex with each other.' And these conversations don't have to be geared around younger people. 'Each week at Rat Park I'm going to be performing a new set of five-minute monologues,' Bartlett says. 'I'll be speaking as a proud gay pensioner.' Scottee will be taking on the role of moderator and interviewer. He hopes to facilitate face-to-face conversations that, as the LGBTQ+ community has moved online, feel more rare. To some people, meeting in a physical space might even seem like a 'radical, old-fashioned' idea. 'The art of conversation in queer culture now often boils down to, 'Hey mate, what are you into?'' he explains. 'But this is going to go beyond that. I love a bit of chat, because I think most queens and queers are very profound. We've observed and watched the world for a long time.' Related: Cheerio, Duckie: regulars look back at the LGBTQ+ club that broke the mould Reading the event description, it's impossible to miss a sense of warmth and sheer randomness that feels representative of the LGBTQ+ nightlife spaces Duckie descends from. Promised attractions include 'shaved arses' and performances by Shirley Bassey (a drag act, not the real one). Attenders will even be served jacket potatoes and cake. 'At the heart Duckie is working-class hospitality culture, so this is what happens when that meets radical queer culture,' Scottee says. 'When money is tight, giving people a meal is a gesture. That used to happen so much more in queer community spaces, so here you're going to get shaved arses and jacket potatoes.' In conversation with Bartlett, I tried to define that specific irreverence – a campiness that feels homely, familiar and very queer. 'High-quality chaos' was the wording I eventually landed on. 'Ooh, I'm going to steal that one,' he says. 'A loving afternoon of high-quality chaos. Who wouldn't want to come?' • Rat Park takes place on 1, 8, 15 and 22 February in London
The Guardian
27-01-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
‘People are still doing it, but nobody talks about it': queer collective Duckie break the chemsex taboo
'It's sort of a daytime TV chatshow, mixed with an avant garde variety show,' explains Simon Casson, co-founder and producer of the legendary queer nightlife collective Duckie. Casson is explaining the colourful concept of Rat Park, the group's latest project. 'There's going to be a big bonfire in the garden and candles outdoors in jam jars, it's all very beautiful,' he says. 'Inside, there will be discussions and performance pieces, then interviews, then another performance and more conversations – all about the terribly embarrassing subject of queer people and our sex lives.' Rat Park will run every Saturday afternoon in February, which is LGBTQ+ history month in the UK. The collaborative events, which will be held at a 'secret location', bring together community names such as artist and archivist Ajamu X, HIV activist Marc Thompson and author Matthew Todd, alongside a selection of performers including cabaret act Rhys' Pieces and artist Zack Mennell. Each week is themed on a different body fluid. 'Blood' points the way to discussions of HIV and family, whereas 'tears' might prompt conversations about grief, rejection and masculinity. (Use your imagination for the other two weeks: piss and spunk.) Sex and intimacy are the threads that bind Rat Park together. And although everyone is welcome, there is a particular focus on queer men over 40. This is because the event isn't just anchored around sex, but particularly chemsex – sex parties including the use of drugs such as methamphetamine (known as crystal meth or 'tina') and GHB. Casson tells me that the event is purposely positioned in the so-called 'Tina Triangle' – the area between Oval, Vauxhall and Stockwell, where there is a high concentration of gay residents and chemsex parties. 'I'm 58, so obviously my generation grew up among a lot of homophobia. It's hard to get rid of that and sometimes it comes out in funny ways as we get older,' he says. 'And when you then introduce something like chemsex, with the power of a drug like crystal meth, it can become quite irresistible for a lot of us.' In the 2010s, chemsex inspired a flurry of mainstream media coverage. More support services soon became available. But it feels as if the 'story' has now moved on, even though there are still three suspected chemsex-related deaths every month in London alone. 'A lot of people are still doing it, but it's a secret,' Casson says. 'It's underground. It's taboo. Nobody talks about it.' He sees Rat Park as a chance to restart the conversation. As a sober event held in the afternoon, Rat Park has a different vibe to Duckie's usual offering, which culminates in 'dancing, drinking and disco'. The collective was founded in 1995 in the Royal Vauxhall Tavern – a London pub that has been at the centre of LGBTQ+ nightlife and activism for decades. Like the RVT itself, Duckie's output is vibrant and varied. 'It was and is a bunch of queer misfits who were disfranchised by shit gay clubbing, who brought together artists, performers and drag queens from the club world and beyond,' says performer and writer Scottee, who started his career there. 'It's an alchemy of outsiders who make work that is motivated by the issues facing the community.' The collective's 2002 Christmas show, C'est Vauxhall, seated guests at tables and offered them the chance to order short acts using 'Duckie dollars' from a menu. The following year, this was recreated at the Barbican, which won an Olivier award for best entertainment show – a watershed moment that brought them to venues including the Sydney Opera House. In 2022, Duckie announced the end of its weekly residence at the RVT, saying it would continue to put on events such as Rat Park on an ad-hoc basis. 'Duckie is a family,' says Neil Bartlett, whose award-winning career as a theatre director, performer and writer spans five decades. Bartlett used to test out his short performance pieces on Duckie nights and continues to collaborate with them because of the 'unrivalled' connection with the audience. 'I'm probably the only person whose CV includes opening a new piece at the National Theatre and at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern in the same week,' he says. 'Some people might say: 'The last thing that he did was working with Emma Corrin in the West End. Why is he going back to Vauxhall?' Well, I never left Vauxhall.' Rat Park is a natural fit for Bartlett, because sexual politics is a thread that runs through his work. 'The intention here is to create a warm and caring space, where we can get together as a community,' he says. 'There is a concentration of addiction issues, mental health issues and loneliness, but I think we also need to talk about how we're having a fabulous time, too. We're finding new ways to love each other, new ways to have sex with each other.' And these conversations don't have to be geared around younger people. 'Each week at Rat Park I'm going to be performing a new set of five-minute monologues,' Bartlett says. 'I'll be speaking as a proud gay pensioner.' Scottee will be taking on the role of moderator and interviewer. He hopes to facilitate face-to-face conversations that, as the LGBTQ+ community has moved online, feel more rare. To some people, meeting in a physical space might even seem like a 'radical, old-fashioned' idea. 'The art of conversation in queer culture now often boils down to, 'Hey mate, what are you into?'' he explains. 'But this is going to go beyond that. I love a bit of chat, because I think most queens and queers are very profound. We've observed and watched the world for a long time.' Reading the event description, it's impossible to miss a sense of warmth and sheer randomness that feels representative of the LGBTQ+ nightlife spaces Duckie descends from. Promised attractions include 'shaved arses' and performances by Shirley Bassey (a drag act, not the real one). Attenders will even be served jacket potatoes and cake. 'At the heart Duckie is working-class hospitality culture, so this is what happens when that meets radical queer culture,' Scottee says. 'When money is tight, giving people a meal is a gesture. That used to happen so much more in queer community spaces, so here you're going to get shaved arses and jacket potatoes.' In conversation with Bartlett, I tried to define that specific irreverence – a campiness that feels homely, familiar and very queer. 'High-quality chaos' was the wording I eventually landed on. 'Ooh, I'm going to steal that one,' he says. 'A loving afternoon of high-quality chaos. Who wouldn't want to come?' Rat Park takes place on 1, 8, 15 and 22 February in London
