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The Age
19-06-2025
- General
- The Age
My wife says she doesn't want a birthday present. Of course it's a trap
'Honestly, I don't need a thing,' she said. 'What could you possibly get me? Roast a chook and invite some friends over. Don't buy me a birthday present.' 'What could you possibly get me?' sounds like a rhetorical question, asked because the answer is obviously 'nothing'. A statement made by someone who suddenly realised they are replete, satisfied, happy. But only a fool would hear it that way. It's a real question, all right. And it has an answer. And the answer is not 'nothing'. And the answer is not to roast a chook or the offer of your continuing love – one is mere poultry and the other merely paltry. A gift signifies what she means to you, it represents your relationship, it is an icon of your love, and its giving is a ritual romantic affirmation that must be honoured. It's true, the present itself is nothing. But the nothingness of no present is really something. The lack of thought in no present is brazen and deliberate. The fact that the whole procedure of nutting out what to buy and where to get it and what colour it should be didn't delight you and stimulate you enough, knowing how her recognition of what you'd done would delight her … well, you've made an error, buster. People who print 'no presents' on an invitation are disingenuous. They are laying a trap – filtering the givers from the non-givers and compiling a list. Loading So go out and get a present. And if you get the right present, a thing she has secretly coveted but told herself she didn't deserve, then you have not only confirmed you still know her, you've also affirmed she is worthy of this covetable thing, and that your hearts are still in sync, and love lives. So … now all you've got to do is choose the present that does all these things. My old man once got my mother pots for Christmas. Heavy, black, enamelled cooking pots. I can still see their various parabolas as they sailed across the sitting room and hear them ringing like a carillon as they ricocheted off our walls and father. Pots were not what she wanted. Neither the pot-giver, as the pots finally made clear. I was six. Many six-year-olds would have concluded she was a difficult – perhaps violent – woman. But I said to myself: 'Make a note, Anson. Being an attractive lad, one day you may have a wife of your own. And you must avoid giving presents to her that suggest you regard her primarily as domestic help.' A maxim I've lived by. Especially galling is that Sarah always gives me presents that hit the mark. She somehow knows what I want. It's almost as if she pays attention to me when I talk. Strange behaviour from a marital partner, if so. The pair of boots I have worn while swaggering through gangs of bikies, kicking Harleys over in my half-sleep before drifting off each night, arrive for my birthday. The coat I've rocked while accepting my gong from the governor-general in recent daydreams is folded and wrapped and waiting for me at breakfast as proof that at least one of us remembered our anniversary.
Sydney Morning Herald
19-06-2025
- General
- Sydney Morning Herald
My wife says she doesn't want a birthday present. Of course it's a trap
'Honestly, I don't need a thing,' she said. 'What could you possibly get me? Roast a chook and invite some friends over. Don't buy me a birthday present.' 'What could you possibly get me?' sounds like a rhetorical question, asked because the answer is obviously 'nothing'. A statement made by someone who suddenly realised they are replete, satisfied, happy. But only a fool would hear it that way. It's a real question, all right. And it has an answer. And the answer is not 'nothing'. And the answer is not to roast a chook or the offer of your continuing love – one is mere poultry and the other merely paltry. A gift signifies what she means to you, it represents your relationship, it is an icon of your love, and its giving is a ritual romantic affirmation that must be honoured. It's true, the present itself is nothing. But the nothingness of no present is really something. The lack of thought in no present is brazen and deliberate. The fact that the whole procedure of nutting out what to buy and where to get it and what colour it should be didn't delight you and stimulate you enough, knowing how her recognition of what you'd done would delight her … well, you've made an error, buster. People who print 'no presents' on an invitation are disingenuous. They are laying a trap – filtering the givers from the non-givers and compiling a list. Loading So go out and get a present. And if you get the right present, a thing she has secretly coveted but told herself she didn't deserve, then you have not only confirmed you still know her, you've also affirmed she is worthy of this covetable thing, and that your hearts are still in sync, and love lives. So … now all you've got to do is choose the present that does all these things. My old man once got my mother pots for Christmas. Heavy, black, enamelled cooking pots. I can still see their various parabolas as they sailed across the sitting room and hear them ringing like a carillon as they ricocheted off our walls and father. Pots were not what she wanted. Neither the pot-giver, as the pots finally made clear. I was six. Many six-year-olds would have concluded she was a difficult – perhaps violent – woman. But I said to myself: 'Make a note, Anson. Being an attractive lad, one day you may have a wife of your own. And you must avoid giving presents to her that suggest you regard her primarily as domestic help.' A maxim I've lived by. Especially galling is that Sarah always gives me presents that hit the mark. She somehow knows what I want. It's almost as if she pays attention to me when I talk. Strange behaviour from a marital partner, if so. The pair of boots I have worn while swaggering through gangs of bikies, kicking Harleys over in my half-sleep before drifting off each night, arrive for my birthday. The coat I've rocked while accepting my gong from the governor-general in recent daydreams is folded and wrapped and waiting for me at breakfast as proof that at least one of us remembered our anniversary.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Yahoo
Woman says former firefighter sexually abused her, fears he will avoid punishment
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — FOX4 spoke with a woman who said she's worried that a former metro firefighter will avoid punishment after she said he sexually assaulted her as a child. FOX4 has agreed to protect her identity. Independence police chief on leave, fires back at 'baseless rumors' in FOX4 interview The former metro firefighter, who has been hailed a hero, is charged with criminal sodomy. There was a hearing for him Thursday in Johnson County, but not much happened. The unidentified woman said she is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse at the hands of Trevor Miller. The City of Overland Park and the Overland Park Fire Department (OPFD) are aware of an investigation into a former OPFD employee. 'As soon as the city became aware of the allegations, the former employee was placed on administrative leave,' a spokesperson with the OPFD told FOX4. 'Within a week of being placed on leave, the employee submitted his intention to retire immediately. 'He is no longer an employee of the city or the fire department. The city and Fire department are fully cooperating with the Johnson County Sheriff's Office investigation.' Miller was employed with the city from 1990 to 2023. 'He should be held more accountable for what he's done,' she said. 'For me, personally, growing up, I looked to him as a hero. He's a firefighter for the city. He saves lives.' Miller has been charged with one count of criminal sodomy, from an incident that happened when she was 14. The charge was filed in 2024. 'I knew Trevor growing up as my mother's friend. I saw him occasionally,' she told FOX4. The incident, which occurred in 2012, was reported to law enforcement in October of 2023. At that time, she said Miller was an adult she thought she could confide in. 'In the summer of 2012, I ended up meeting up with him,' she said. 'He took me out to look at Harleys. He taught me how to pump my gas, and he took me to his house and did inappropriate things to me and took me home.' She said she's worried that Miller may get offered a plea agreement – instead of being held accountable for what he's done. Miller has pleaded not guilty to the charge. The case was continued Thursday. The City of Overland Park's website still highlights his efforts to bring a 9/11 memorial to town. 'I don't think he is someone to be looked to as a respectable, trusted member of the community,' she said. 'People should know he's a monster.' Court documents also show that Miller was involved with the 'Camp Inferno' program, which introduced girls to firefighting—and 'he had to be reminded he wasn't there for socializing.' Records show he exchanged information with campers. 'I would definitely say there was grooming. I would definitely say there was sexual abuse,' she said. 'I do encourage people to come forward, but I definitely understand why many don't.' She told FOX4 that she remained silent until 2023, but was driven by two factors to speak out: Having a child of her own The birth of Miller's daughter FOX4 made several attempts to contact Miller's attorney by phone and email; neither inquiry was returned. FOX4 also reached out to the Johnson County District Attorney, who did not comment on the case. Miller has another hearing scheduled for mid-July. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Beast Shuts Down Nashville's Famed Broadway to Throw Massive Street Party in Epic NASCAR Weekend Takeover
The Beast On Broadway Is Bringing the Smoke to Downtown Nashville May 31 with Motorcycle Stunts Shows, Appearances by NASCAR Stars and a No Holds Barred Afterparty NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Beast is taking over Nashville, Tennessee, this Saturday in celebration of NASCAR weekend with The Beast On Broadway. The Beast crew are shutting down Broadway – literally – for a high-octane experience that fuses motorsports, adrenaline-pumping entertainment and the raw energy of Music City. From 12pm to 12am, the Honkytonk Highway will be filled with the roars of engines and screams of fans as The Beast On Broadway brings out the Concrete Cowboys for three action-packed stunt shows where they push their Harleys – and whatever other horse-powered vehicles they get their hands on – to the limits. Complete with smoke, fire, lasers and, of course, the smell of burning rubber, each performance is a full-throttle display of what it means to live The Beast lifestyle. "The team is locked in and ready – it's time to shake the buildings, get the people rowdy and standing on their feet as we blow smoke through the streets of downtown," says Concrete Cowboy's CJ Barham. "It's go time for the Concrete Cowboys!" Motorheads and NASCAR fans are in for more high-powered entertainment with appearances The Beast's own Tyler Reddick, his 23XI teammate Riley Herbst and more special guests in honor of race weekend. Beyond the stunts and special appearances, fans are also being treated to pit crew demonstrations and surprise moments that bring them closer to Sunday's racing action. The Beast On Broadway's action will be centered on the iconic strip between 4th and 5th Streets and is hosted by Dylan "Mamba" Smith, NASCAR's Chief Hype Officer, while Joe Comedy will also bring his signature flair as MC for the Concrete Cowboys stunt shows. Capping off the adrenaline-fueled day, The Beast will host an exclusive afterparty at Nudie's Honky Tonk, one of Broadway's most iconic venues. Celebs, NASCAR personalities, Monster athletes and fans will party into the night with music by a special surprise guest artist and, of course, plenty of The Beast and Beast Nasty Tea to ensure everyone will be ready to rage. "Who doesn't love a high-octane party? We're stoked to unleash the Beast on Broadway in downtown Nashville and bring The Beast brand to life with an epic takeover of Music City," says Monster Brewing Co.'s SVP of Marketing & Sales Strategy Renold Aparicio. "We've got everything covered for adrenaline junkies... the Concrete Cowboys, Tyler Reddick, Riley Herbst, pit crews, and one helluva afterparty." About The Beast Turning 21 years old seemed like the perfect time for Monster Energy to turn its hand to adult beverages… and thus, The Beast was born. We hit delete on the energy blend, cut out the caffeine, and ditched the sugar. Next, we brewed up the smoothest-tasting alcohol ever and blended it with some tried and true Monster flavors – as well as some brand-new ones: Mean Green, White Haze, Peach Perfect, Scary Berries, Killer Sunrise, Pink Poison, and Gnarly Grape. Nasty Beast, our hard-hitting tea, comes in four flavors: Original, Tea+Lemonade, Peach, and Green Tea. 6% alcohol, no added sugar to weigh you down – the Beasts Unleashed! For more information: press@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Monster Energy Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
News18
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Katy Perry Suffers Wardrobe Malfunction, Bra Snaps Off During Live Show
Last Updated: Katy Perry handled a wardrobe malfunction professionally during her Las Vegas show on May 17. Despite the mishap, she continued performing seamlessly. American singer Katy Perry handled a wardrobe malfunction during her Las Vegas live performance on May 17 with the utmost professionalism. The Harleys In Hawaii singer is currently on tour for her seventh studio album, 143. The incident occurred while she was performing her 2010 hit, Part of Me, at the T-Mobile Arena. In a video going viral, Perry was seen running across the stage when the clasp of her bejewelled bra broke. Despite the mishap, the pop star remained composed and continued her performance with the same zeal. 'Oh, sh**, my bra's going to come off," Perry joked to the crowd as her band continued with an instrumental break. She navigated through her stilt-walking backup dancers, maintaining high energy despite the malfunction. At one point, she called out to her assistant, Patrick, asking him to 'put her bra back on." However, she danced through the moment, flaunting the flapping straps of the malfunctioning costume piece. Showing the confidence gained from over 15 years in the pop industry, Perry seamlessly resumed her choreography once her bra was secured, starting from where she had left – the chorus of Part of Me. Katy Perry is no stranger to wardrobe malfunctions During the filming of American Idol last year, the Hot N Cold singer experienced a significant wardrobe issue, causing her to duck under the judges' table and cover herself with a pillow. In one Instagram video, she joked, 'I need my top to stay on. If it's not fixed, this show is going to get more than it wanted." Since April, Katy Perry has been on the road for her seventh studio album, embarking on The Lifetimes Tour—named after its lead single. The tour started in Mexico City and is set to span the United States, Canada, South America, and Europe, with short stops in China and the United Arab Emirates. It is scheduled to wrap up in December. First Published:
