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Hamilton Spectator
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Pride Flag Raised in Strathroy as Community Celebrates Inclusion
STRATHROY — Under a bright July 5th sky, members of the Strathroy-Caradoc community gathered on the steps of town hall to raise the Pride flag in a ceremony that marked the beginning of the municipality's sixth annual Pride celebration. Hosted by Strathroy Pride, the event drew dozens of residents, allies, and local leaders to recognize the importance of visibility, unity, and inclusion for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community—especially in rural Ontario. 'We gather not just to raise a flag, but to raise our voices, our hopes and our shared commitment to building a community where everyone is welcomed, respected and celebrated for who they are,' said Frank Emanuele, Director of Strathroy Pride, as he opened the ceremony from the lawn in front of town hall. This year's Pride programming included a wide variety of events—karaoke, bingo, drag brunches, and a biweekly youth group running from February to June. Emanuele noted that the group's efforts have been met with 'kindness, support and acceptance,' reinforcing Strathroy's growing reputation as a place where inclusion is more than just an idea—it's a practice. 'This pride flag may be made of fabric, but what it stands for is unbreakable: dignity, courage, diversity, and the power of being unapologetically yourself,' Emanuele said. 'We're saying clearly to the world that Strathroy stands against hate and discrimination and we stand proudly for inclusion and diversity.' Mayor Colin Grantham also spoke at the event, praising the impact of local advocacy. 'Frank spoke about community, and that word matters,' he said. 'What I see, especially through my grandsons, is how change is happening—not just through what people do, but through what they no longer say. There's a growing understanding and respect among the younger generation, and that's in part thanks to how active and visible the Pride movement has become here in Strathroy.' The Aeolian Pride Chorus was invited once again to perform, offering a rendition of John Lennon's Imagine, followed by the raising of the Pride flag by three young guests—Luca, Kayla, and Annika. After the ceremony, the celebration moved just a few blocks away to Alexandra Park for the sixth annual Pride in the Park event. Colourful booths lined the park pathways, showcasing local vendors, artists, advocacy groups, and small businesses. Families browsed handmade crafts and merch, while children enjoyed balloon animals, face painting, and a bouncy castle beneath the trees. A large heart-shaped rainbow balloon arch greeted visitors near the entrance, while a vibrant inflatable rainbow banner stretched above the main walkway. At the centre of it all was a spirit of celebration—not only for Pride but for community itself. 'As the rainbow flag flies high above our town, let it be a symbol of unity, courage and love,' Emanuele said in closing. 'Let it reflect the light of every person who lives here, and let it remind us that even in small towns, big change is possible when we stand together.' Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Syyaha
30-06-2025
- Syyaha
Jumeirah Olhahali Island Welcomes Shimmers'Chef Emanuele for an Exclusive Culinary Residency This July
Malé, Maldives, 30 June 2025: Jumeirah Olhahali Island is delighted to announce a culinary residency in collaboration with Chef Emanuele De Leo, Head Chef of the award-winning Shimmers at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam in Dubai. Taking place from 7 to 10 July 2025, this exclusive experience will bring the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean to the Maldives through a specially curated tasting-style menu. Following a stint as Sous Chef at L'Olivo at Al Mahara, the two Michelin-starred restaurant at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, Chef Emanuele took up his position as Head Chef at Shimmers in 2023. There, he leads the kitchen, where his menu pays homage to his Sicilian heritage, while embracing bold, contemporary interpretations of classic Mediterranean cuisine. Under his direction, Shimmers has earned recognition from Gault&Millau UAE in 2025, a testament of the restaurant's elevated dining experience and Chef Emanuele's distinctive culinary vision. With a strong focus on seasonality, he draws inspiration from the freshest market produce, transforming each ingredient into flavour-driven, elegantly presented creations. For his residency at Jumeirah Olhahali Island, Chef Emanuele has crafted a bespoke menu that fuses Greek influences with his Sicilian roots, showcasing refined coastal flavours and thoughtfully sourced seasonal ingredients. In true Shimmers fashion, the evening will be presented as a series of small, shareable plates, designed to bring guests together around the table. Highlights include a fresh cauliflower salad, zingy tuna tartare, and grilled octopus with Santorini fava. These are followed by indulgent mains such as slow-braised beef cheek paired with celery purée and red wine jus, alongside orzo with red prawns, lemon, and caviar. The experience concludes, with a duo of desserts: Greek yoghurt ice cream and orange crème brûlée, offering a refreshing and indulgent finale. The exclusive dinner experience with Chef Emanuele is priced at USD 195 plus taxes per person. For more information or to reserve, visit the Jumeirah Olhahali Island website here. Follow the journey on Jumeirah Olhahali Island's Instagram and Facebook @JumeirahOlhahaliIsland.
Newsweek
04-06-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Millennial Mom Has Eye-Opening Realization About Her Family's Wealth
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Standing on the deck of a lakeside cabin in Rangeley, Maine, Marissa Emanuele looked into her phone's camera and spoke a truth that resonated with millions of viewers online. "I don't know how I'm gonna explain to my child someday that the reason we have access to this lakefront property is not because her mom and dad worked hard," Emanuele said in the TikTok video from May 25. "No, it is because, in the 1960s, people could work in a factory and afford to buy a vacation home, and I don't think she's gonna believe me." The moment, intimate and reflective, has since gone viral—viewed more than 3.1 million times and liked over 150,000 times to date. But it is not just the figures that made the video resonate; it is the intergenerational reality that Emanuele, 34, from Dover, New Hampshire, laid bare. For many, her realization cut through both political spin and economic theory to illustrate how profoundly many feel the American dream has shifted. The post, captioned, "imagine graduating from the 5th grade, working on a factory line your whole life, and being able to afford a ski cabin. RIP to the American Dream," drew thousands of comments from viewers sharing similar feelings of frustration. Emanuele told Newsweek that the property she was candidly filming in front of had been in her family for generations—bought in the 1960s by her grandparents, Vicky and Bert Breton, for $12,000. "They didn't have heat or running water, and my grandparents and their children spent their lives slowly building up the camps into year-round vacation cottages," Emanuele said. "We always call these camps their legacy." From left: Marissa Emanuele addresses her followers on TikTok; and poses for a headshot. From left: Marissa Emanuele addresses her followers on TikTok; and poses for a headshot. @mar1ssab Her grandfather was a firefighter and her grandmother a textile factory worker—modest, humble roles that, back then, allowed them to invest in "several" desirable properties and provide a future for their descendants. "That kind of achievement seems so far out of reach for the average American worker today," Emanuele said. Now gainfully employed in the tech sector alongside her husband, Emanuele said that, even with two solid incomes, the prospect of owning a second property is unrealistic. "Even basic home ownership is no longer part of the 'American dream' for many millennials and Gen Zers," Emanuele said. "Wealth is hoarded by billionaires and corporations, housing is being purchased en masse by private-equity firms, and our lowest-earning workers are being exploited." Data largely supports her perspective. The National Association of Realtors found the median existing-home price in the U.S. reached $414,800 in April 2025—up from just over $170,000 in 2012. Meanwhile, real wages for most American workers have remained largely stagnant since the 1970s, as shown in a recent analysis by the Economic Policy Institute. Emanuele's video sparked a conversation far beyond her own reflections, with TikTok users debating what policies and political forces led to the shift. She said she personally believes the system itself is broken. "In my opinion, the two-party system is what got us into this situation in the first place," Emanuele said. "Leadership of both political parties is complicit in creating an economy that works only for the richest people in this country." The family camp in Maine, built over decades through the sweat equity of her grandparents, is now a rare inheritance in a country where generational wealth has become increasingly pivotal. Emanuele said it is not lost on her how unusual it is to enjoy such a place. "If we want to return to the American dream that many of our families idealized, we need to return to policies that prioritize our working class instead of our country's richest shareholders," Emanuele said. Many TikTok users expressed their similar experiences and opinions in the comments. "My parents owned a boat when I was growing up," one viewer said. "A boat! On one income they had boat money." "My grandpa was a janitor and was able to buy an ocean block beach house in cash in 1966," another added. "Literally at my beach house that my wife inherited 10 years ago and we split the maintenance three ways," a third viewer shared. "We're both doctors and we rent." "My [boyfriend's] grandpa was accountant. Wife never worked. 7 kids. Both had long-term illnesses before dying (Parkinson's and Alzheimer's) still had $2.2M to leave to descendants," one comment read. Others shared conflicting feelings about the disparity of wealth that Emanuele highlighted. "The difference is the older generations didn't spend money on bulls*** they saved every penny," one viewer said, while another added: "They still worked very hard for everything. They also didn't eat out everyday or spend $$ on an iPhone." "I'm can't believe the amount of boomers in the comments blaming coffee and takeout," a different viewer responded. Do you have a monetary dilemma? Let us know via life@ We can ask experts for advice, and your story could be featured on Newsweek.
New York Post
21-04-2025
- General
- New York Post
Tear-jerking moment Pope Francis consoles boy who asked if his dead atheist dad was in heaven resurfaces after pontiff's death at 88
Pope Francis was once captured consoling a sobbing little Italian boy who had asked if his dead atheist father had still gone to heaven in a touching video. The footage of the tear-jerking encounter resurfaced Monday after the pontiff's death, as the world remembered some of the most heartfelt moments of his papacy. The emotional video captured the child, named Emanuele, trying to ask the pope a question during a visit to the St. Paul of the Cross Parish in Rome in April 2018. Advertisement Pope Francis consoled the child, named Emanuele, during a visit to a Rome parish in 2018. AP After the boy broke down in tears as he struggled to get his question out, the pontiff quickly said: 'Come, come to me, Emanuele. Come and whisper it in my ear.' The pope then wrapped the boy in a tight embrace when he finally approached Francis on stage. Advertisement The pair spoke with their heads nearly touching for several moments before Pope Francis asked the youngster if he could tell the crowd of their exchange. Pope Francis said Emanuele's father, who was non-religious but had baptized his four children, had recently died. The child, according to the pontiff, wanted to know if his dad would still be accepted in heaven given he was a good man. Advertisement 'What a beautiful witness of a son who inherited the strength of his father, who had the courage to cry in front of all of us,' Francis said. The little boy broke down as he tried to ask the pope if his atheist father, who had only recently died, was in heaven. NurPhoto via Getty Images 'If that man was able to make his children like that, then it's true, he was a good man.' When the pope asked the crowd of youngsters whether they thought God would abandon his children when they are good, they all shouted back, 'No!' Advertisement 'There, Emanuele, that is the answer,' Francis said. 'God surely was proud of your father, because it is easier as a believer to baptize your children than to baptize them when you are not a believer. Surely this pleased God very much.'
