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Associated Press
9 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Celebrating National Soccer Day With Henkel
Happy National Soccer Day! Today, July 28, is recognized across the United States as a celebration of the sport and its players, coaches, and fans. Henkel is an Official Sponsor of U.S. Soccer, and we are proud to celebrate alongside our partners. Henkel and U.S. Soccer share an aim to increase awareness and accessibility of the sport for underserved communities across the country, and both organizations work throughout the year towards achieving this goal. Kicking Off a Brighter Future: Empowering the Next Generations Henkel is a supporting partner of American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) Clinics, which take place in multiple locations across the country throughout the year. Henkel employees will soon hear more about the opportunity to sign up and bring their children along to clinic sessions later this year. All participants will get first-hand experience with the benefits of youth sports, including better overall academic performance, lower stress levels, greater self-confidence, improved cognitive performance, and more creativity. It is important to equip the next generation with the tools they need to excel, and participation in youth sports such as soccer can be a big step in achieving this goal. The work being done to increase access for all young athletes in the world of sports is essential to ensuring a long and successful future of the sport and a next generation that is primed to succeed. Sarah Davis, National Business Manager, Henkel Consumer Brands, and her daughter Kenzie (pictured to the right) attended the U.S. Women's National Team match against Ireland in Cincinatti earlier this summer. Kenzie's dream is to one day play on the USWNT, and was excited to cheer them on to victory while spotting Henkel and its brands' logos around the stadium. Soccer for All: Building Stronger Communities U.S. Soccer also seeks to expand access to the sport and supercharge communities across the country through the Soccer Forward Foundation. The foundation hosts community spotlights and raises funds in pursuit of their mission to take soccer's power and the difference it can make to a whole new level of building healthier and more connected communities. Through their events, grants, and other resources, they aim to make soccer a force for good -- accessible to everyone in the U.S., everywhere in the U.S. Soccer is not only a super accessible activity, but also a source of many life lessons. It provides a basis for learning, encouraging kids to practice critical thinking, self-advocacy, and resiliency in an engaging, safe environment. And I've personally watched them grow from Kristopeit, Director of Sustainability and Climate Impact at Henkel Adhesive Technologies As we celebrate National Soccer Day, we are proud of the work being done through collaboration between Henkel and U.S. Soccer to build strong teams on the pitch and in the workplace. Visit 3BL Media to see more multimedia and stories from Henkel
Korea Herald
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
'Squid Game,' Park Bo-gum and K-pop: Korea continues to attract tourists with K-content
Government collaborates with Netflix and K-pop creators in its push to reach 30 million visitors by 2027 Clad in the iconic green tracksuit from 'Squid Game,' Ria dashes through South Korean landmarks, pursued by guards in pink jumpsuits. But this isn't a teaser for a new season of the global Netflix sensation — it's a tourism promotion video that has racked up more than 11 million views since its release on July 3. In another campaign leveraging the popularity of 'All of Us Are Dead,' two high school students and Jason, a friend turning into a zombie, take viewers through major tourist attractions, blending the show's zombie survival theme with explorations of scenic spots. The videos are part of a broader strategy that taps into the global appeal of Korean pop culture to attract international visitors. Park Bo-gum, who recently starred in "When Life Gives You Tangerines," appears in three separate tourism videos, including a music video for 'On My Way.' Performed by Park, 'On My Way' is the result of a collaboration between the Korea Tourism Organization, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and the K-pop industry. The track was composed by Kenzie, Andrew Choi, No2zcat, JSONG (Oceancave) and Kim Yoohyun. Kenzie, who also wrote the lyrics, is a prolific K-pop producer behind dozens of hits, while Andrew Choi provided vocals as Jinwoo, a member of the fictional idol group Saja Boys in Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters." Park said that one of his favorite places is the area surrounding Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung. 'But I hope you'll also explore regions outside of Seoul. I'd especially recommend Busan, where I recently filmed 'Good Boy,' he added. He also recommended Seoul's public bike-sharing service, Seoul Bike, officially known as Ddareungi. 'I love riding a Ddareungi along the Han River,' the actor said. 'If you haven't tried it yet, I'd really like to introduce you to it.' This year's campaign also includes two videos promoting Korea's regional charm — one spotlighting the Gyeongsang region and another focused on the Jeolla provinces. The video on Gyeongsang captures the energy and cultural richness of the North and South Gyeongsang provinces through a modern reinterpretation of the traditional sword dance, "geommu." Meanwhile, the video on Jeolla provinces showcases the region's serene natural beauty through "seungmu," a meditative and graceful dance. Both videos are set to a fusion of traditional and modern music. Through these new videos, the campaign aims to showcase the regions' cultural and scenic appeal while highlighting areas still healing from hardship, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. These two regions were the sites of tragic incidents last year: wildfires that lasted for 10 days in South Gyeongsang Province in March and a plane crash in Muan-gun, South Jeolla Province, in December that killed all but two on board. First launched in 2015, South Korea's tourism promotional videos, featuring top celebrities such as BTS, Lee Jung-jae and NewJeans, have drawn increasing global attention, particularly following the breakout success of the "Feel the Rhythm of Korea" series in 2020. The series has since become a cultural phenomenon, with its videos collectively amassing over 240 million views across multiple platforms. BTS also appeared on several 'Feel the Rhythm of Korea' videos in 2022, which reached over 230 million views on YouTube less than three weeks after their release. Last year, South Korea welcomed approximately 16.37 million overseas visitors, a 48.4 percent increase from the previous year and reaching 94 percent of the pre‑COVID‑19 peak of around 17.5 million in 2019, according to the KTO. The country aims to attract 18.5 million overseas visitors this year, up 13 percent from 2024. By 2027, Korea hopes to welcome 30 million international visitors annually by expanding cultural exports and enhancing tourism infrastructure across the country.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Mom Wakes Up at 5:30AM, Unprepared for Who's by Her Bed
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. A U.K. mom was fast asleep when she heard a mysterious munching sound coming from her bedside. Kenzie (@kenziecleankids2) posted a clip on TikTok of her bed covers, lit up by her phone camera in the early hours of the morning. "I woke up at 5:30 a.m. to a loud noise—I thought it was an animal at first," Kenzie told Newsweek. Kenzie's white bedsheets are lit up by her cellphone camera in the early hours of the morning. Kenzie's white bedsheets are lit up by her cellphone camera in the early hours of the morning. @kenziecleankids2 But when Kenzie pans the camera, the real culprit is revealed: her almost-3-year-old daughter, Ava Mae, casually sitting beside the bed, chomping loudly on a bag of Butterkist popcorn while watching her iPad. "I was so shocked to see her down by the side of my bed; she was just loving life," Kenzie said. The mom, from the southwest of England, asked her daughter, "What are you doing?" Ava Mae, however, was completely unbothered and carried on eating her popcorn. "She's the most-sassy little person, with the funniest personality," Kenzie added. Kenzie's clip clocked up more than 2.7 million views and almost 1,100 comments. Many other parents found the moment of toddler mischief relatable. "My son came into me one morning eating a cinnamon donut and had another in his hand ready to eat next," one user wrote. "My son did the same thing at her age. Got himself some cereal. Got his iPad. Sat down next to my bed and was crunching away. Then he got mad at me when I was like, 'Um, what are you doing?' He was clearly eating," another commented. "Poor kid's only at the cinema watching her movie leave her be," a third user posted. But Ava Mae's early-morning snack stash left some users concerned, pointing out that popcorn is considered a choking hazard for young children, especially those under 4 years old. The American Academy of Pediatrics says that popcorn is one of several foods, along with grapes, hot dogs, and nuts, that pose a choking risk due to the shape and texture. Parents are generally advised to avoid giving popcorn to toddlers until they are developmentally ready to chew it thoroughly. Kenzie, aware of the concern, told Newsweek thatshe took the popcorn away soon after the video was filmed. "Me, my 4-year-old old son and [Ava Mae] just started laughing. I did take them away from her as she had eaten half the bag already," the mom added. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures you want to share? Send them to life@ with some extra details, and they could appear on our website.
Borneo Post
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
11-year-old organist to perform at St Peter's Church Padungan opening
Kai (left) and Kenzie (right) seen during rehearsals at St Peter's Church here yesterday, in preparation for their upcoming performances. – Photo by Beverly Chan. KUCHING: At just 11 years old, Sarawakian-Australian Kai Laird is one of the rare few in his age group to master the pipe organ, an instrument typically associated with seasoned musicians. The young organist is set to perform during the opening ceremony of the newly completed St Peter's Church in Padungan, which will be consecrated in a week-long celebration starting today until July 5. The church, poised to become one of Kuching's latest architectural and spiritual landmarks, features a custom-built Allen digital organ imported from the United States. It is on this instrument that Kai will perform several specially selected pieces over two days. He will be playing 'You Raise Me Up' by Josh Groban and 'Prière de Notre Dame' by Léon Boëllmann, today. On Tuesday, his set will include J.S. Bach's 'Toccata and Fugue' in D minor (BWV 565), 'Be Thou My Vision', and a duet performance of the 'Skye Boat Song' with his younger brother Kenzie Laird, 7, on violin. Kai began his musical journey with piano lessons at the age of three, taught by his mother. Today, he plays four instruments: the pipe organ, piano, cello, and drums. Kai Laird – Photo by Chimon Upon His parents — Robert Wallace Laird from Australia and Beverly Chan from Kuching, Sarawak — are both professional pianists and run a music studio in Australia where they also teach. 'My parents asked me if I wanted to try the pipe organ, and I said 'Okay'. When I played it at St Mary's Cathedral (Perth), I thought, 'Oh my gosh, this is so crazy',' Kai said when met by The Borneo Post. He now practises the organ twice a day for about 40 minutes, and the piano for 20 minutes. Both he and Kenzie are home-schooled, giving them the flexibility to focus on music full-time. Kai enjoys the pipe organ for its sound, versatility, and complexity. 'You can mix all the sounds, adjust them, and even play with your feet. Sometimes I get confused with the pedals or the sounds, but I can fix it afterwards. It's fun!' he said enthusiastically. He owns a digital organ built in 1982, which allows him to practise from home. He looks forward to navigating the significantly larger organ at St Peter's, made by the same company, on performance day. 'There is a lot to get used to with each organ. Some pedal boards are curved, some are flat. The number of keyboards also changes. St Peter's has four manuals, which is really cool,' he said. Kai has already performed in Malaysia, Australia, Scotland, and England, and is currently the youngest organ scholar at St Mary's Cathedral in Perth. Robert and Beverly with their sons, Kai and Kenzie, photographed during the interview. – Photo by Chimon Upon Following his performance at St Peter's, the family will travel to the United Kingdom next week for another recital. In October, he is set to compete in his first organ competition in Sydney. In a field where young players are rare, Kai continues to build a name for himself with discipline, focus, and genuine love for the music, and may well inspire more children to explore the organ too. Related report: Week-long celebration to mark consecration of new St Peter's Church in Padungan Kai Laird Kuching pipe organ St Peter's Church Padungan
The Age
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
Explosive moment girlfriend storms out as boyfriend compliments his ex
Kenzie storms out after becoming frustrated by Matt and Chelsea's close friendship on You, Me & My Ex on 9Now.
