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CNN
5 days ago
- CNN
Lightning strike kills one, injures more than a dozen others at New Jersey archery range
FacebookTweetLink At least one person was killed and 13 others, including a 7-year-old, were injured in a lightning strike at an outdoor archery club in southern New Jersey on Wednesday evening, according to officials. 'A 61-year-old male did succumb to his injuries,' Matthew Kunz, police chief for Jackson Township, said in a statement. The victims range in age from seven to 61, Kunz added. About half of the people injured by lightning at the Black Knight Bowbenders archery club in Jackson Township were juveniles that belonged to the Jackson Scouts Troop 204, a Scouting America-affiliated organization, police told CNN. The 13 injured suffered from from burns to 'non-specific complaints of not feeling well,' said Kunz. They were all transported to area hospitals, Police Public Safety Director Joseph Candido told CNN, adding that none of the injuries were life threatening. CNN has reached out to Black Knight Bowbenders archery club and local emergency services. Just after 7 p.m., first responders received a call about a lightning strike at the archery club, Kunz told CNN. Gene Grodzki, a member of the archery club, told CNN affiliate News 12 New Jersey he performed CPR on the victim who died. 'Everything was great, and then the finger of God just came down and took a life,' Grodzki said. 'I pray that everybody else that's now in the hospital are okay.' The 61-year-old killed was not affiliated with Scouting America, formerly known as Boy Scouts of America, Scott Armstrong, director of national media relations, said in a statement. 'Our thoughts and wishes for good health and healing are with all of those involved,' Armstrong said. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said Wednesday he had been briefed on the situation. 'Please pray for everyone involved in this tragic incident,' he said in a post on X. Jackson Township, about 60 miles south of Newark, was under a thunderstorm warning at the time of the lightning strike. New Jersey and several East Coast states have endured a persistent round of thunderstorms in recent days as a storm system moves across the Mid-Atlantic. Earlier this week, two people died in Plainfield, New Jersey, after a vehicle was swept away by floodwaters Monday. The Black Knight Bowbenders archery club has a 50-acre outdoor range with 56 shooting lanes, according to its website. The property is about 3 miles from the amusement park Six Flags Great Adventure. Lightning strikes have killed around 20 people per year on average across the country and injured hundreds more, according to data from the National Weather Service. At least 11 people have been killed by lightning this year in the US, according to weather service and the National Lightning Safety Council. On Monday, a 28-year-old man died after being struck by lightning while playing golf on a course in Hamburg, New Jersey last week, according to News 12 New Jersey. June and August typically see a higher number of fatalities as a result of lightning strikes, according to data from the National Lightning Safety Council. The National Weather Service advises that if you hear thunder, see lightning or the sky looks threatening, you should head indoors as quickly as possible.
Straits Times
5 days ago
- Straits Times
Lightning kills one, injures 13 on New Jersey archery range, say police
Find out what's new on ST website and app. A 61-year-old man died from his injuries after being struck by lightning, said Jackson Township police chief Matthew Kunz. One person was killed and 13 others were injured after being struck by lightning at an outdoor archery range in southern New Jersey on the evening of July 16 , police said. A 61-year-old man died from his injuries, Mr Matthew Kunz, the police chief in Jackson Township, New Jersey, inland from the Jersey Shore, said in a statement. The victims ranged in age from seven to 61. The 13 people sustained injuries ranging from burns to nonspecific complaints of not feeling well, police said, adding that they were not believed to be life-threatening. They were taken to area hospitals. Jackson Police were notified just before 7.15pm (7.15am, Singapore time) that multiple people had been struck by lightning at the Black Knight Bowbenders archery range in Jackson Township, and that CPR was being performed on one person, Mr Kunz said. The strike happened as the area was under a thunderstorm warning. Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey said in an X post that he had been briefed on the lightning strike, calling it 'tragic'. When police arrived, several people were receiving treatment, and one person had lost consciousness but then regained it, Mr Kunz said. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore HSA launches anti-vaping checks near 5 institutes of higher learning Singapore Kpod vapes, zombie kids: Why it's time to raise the alarm Opinion The workplace needs to step up on mental health to match Singapore's efforts at the national level Singapore Singapore Zoo celebrates reptile baby boom, including hatchings of endangered species Life First look at the new Singapore Oceanarium at Resorts World Sentosa Business Market versus mission: What will Income Insurance choose? Business Singapore key exports surprise with 13% rebound in June amid tariff uncertainty Opinion AI and education: We need to know where this sudden marriage is heading Mr Gene Grodzki, a member of the archery club where the strike happened, said emergency workers used a defibrillator on two members of the club. About 20 people connected to Jackson Scouts Troop 204, a Boy Scouts of America-affiliated group, were on a practice range at the archery facility when lightning struck, Mr Grodzki said. The children all seemed to be okay , he said, but they were transported in ambulances 'just in case'. The Black Knight Bowbenders archery club has a 50-acre (20.3 ha) outdoor range with 56 shooting lanes, according to its website. The practice range has 10 targets and allows archers to shoot from 65 yards (59.4m) away. The club participates in field archery, indoor and outdoor target archery, 3D shooting and bow hunting and frequently trains new archers, its website said. The property abuts the amusement park Six Flags Great Adventure. Over the last decade, lightning has killed an average of about 20 people a year across the country and injured many more, according to the National Weather Service. The most common time for lightning strikes is between June and August, according to the council. At least 11 people have been killed by lightning this year in the US, according to the weather service and the National Lightning Safety Council. On July 14 , a 28-year-old man died a week after being struck by lightning while playing golf in Hamburg, New Jersey, according to ABC News. In June, a man was struck and killed by lightning while on his honeymoon in Florida. Only about 10 per cent of lightning strikes are fatal, according to the weather service. Many people lose consciousness when struck. Other injuries can include tingling and numbness, cardiac arrest and lasting brain damage. NYTIMES
Business Wire
10-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Alliant Insurance Services' Nicole Kunz and Emmeline Kuo Honored as 2025 Rising Stars
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nicole Kunz and Emmeline Kuo of Alliant Insurance Services have been named 2025 Rising Stars by Insurance Business America. The annual list recognizes standout insurance professionals aged 40 or younger who demonstrate exceptional industry knowledge, leadership, and a strong commitment to advancing the insurance profession. 'Nicole and Emmeline embody the innovation, collaboration, and client-focused mindset that define the Alliant experience,' said Greg Zimmer, CEO of Alliant. 'We're proud to be a destination for top emerging talent and offer the support, resources, and entrepreneurial culture that empower them to build dynamic, long-term careers in insurance.' Kunz serves as Vice President within Alliant's Employee Benefits Group. She specializes in the development of innovative, data-driven benefits strategies that deliver long-term value. Known for her consultative approach, Kunz partners closely with HR and executive leadership teams to craft Total Rewards programs that enhance employee engagement, manage costs, and align with organizational goals. Kuo is an Assistant Vice President, Account Executive, within Alliant Specialty. With more than 13 years of industry experience, she navigates businesses through today's growing risk complexities with tailored coverage solutions. Kuo coordinates representatives from risk control, claims, surety, and the insurance servicing team to deliver meaningful risk management outcomes, empowering her clients to capitalize on strategic growth opportunities. 2025 Rising Star Honorees were selected by an independent panel of industry leaders and are assessed on their achievements, career objectives, and contributions to innovation within the industry. About Alliant Insurance Services Alliant Insurance Services marks a century of success as the nation's leading specialty broker. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of risk solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. The business of managing risk is complex, and Alliant meets this complexity head-on with creativity and agility. Alliant has changed the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, giving them complete access to our resources and expertise—regardless of where the resource is located—to capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations and their people. Alliant is recognized as a leading destination for top-tier brokerage talent in the U.S., attracting brokers and specialists across a diverse spectrum of disciplines who are eager to advance their careers. With the advantage of being majority employee-owned, professionals choose Alliant for autonomy, unparalleled resources, and a unique equity ownership opportunity. As a testament to our commitment to excellence, Alliant maintains an impressive 99% producer retention rate and has earned Forbes' prestigious title of one of America's Best Large Employers. #TheMoreRewardingWay
AsiaOne
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
'Give the award to me first': Marcus Chin says suspense in Star Awards' top 10 popularity awards is bad for his weak heart, Entertainment News
Local DJ-host Marcus Chin made a special request to the Star Awards team after bagging his fifth Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes Award last evening (July 6): Please take into consideration his weak heart. Speaking to local media including AsiaOne backstage after the ceremony, the 70-year-old shared: "I wasn't confident about winning this year, especially since our radio show didn't win [Best Radio Programme] also. "We had won for four consecutive years, but The Shuang, Kunz and Jia Trio won this year, so I was quite dejected already and thought this could perhaps be a sign that I wouldn't win Top 10." Marcus hosts Love 972's radio show The Breakfast Quartet with DJs Mark Lee, Dennis Chew and Chen Biyu on weekdays. The team won Best Radio Programme for four consecutive years from 2021 to 2024. The Shuang, Kunz and Jia Trio is a radio show hosted by Yes 933 DJs Kenneth Chung, Hazelle Teo and Chen Qijia. Marcus expressed his appreciation for his family, friends and fans who voted for him. He added: "I still have five more times to win [before achieving the All-Time Favourite Artiste award]. I had a heart attack on Oct 7 last year. I hope if I still win next year, give the award to me first and not let me wait six, seven or eight in line, because I could really feel my heart rate increasing as I was waiting to be called." Marcus was the seventh artiste to be announced as a Top 10 recipient last evening. As he went onstage, he got a selfie with veteran Hong Kong actor Chow Yun Fat, 70, who presented the award. Romeo Tan receives final Top 10 trophy after 15 years in showbiz Besides Marcus, the other recipients for the category are Yes 933 DJ Jeff Goh, as well as actors Xu Bin, Benjamin Tan, Zong Zijie, Desmond Tan, Richie Koh, Guo Liang, Jeremy Chan and Romeo Tan, with the latter clinching his 10th award after 15 years in showbiz. This means he will receive the All-Time Favourite Artiste award in the next Star Awards ceremony. Romeo, 40, who had to cut his speech short during the show, said backstage: "I definitely want to thank my family, relatives and friends, thank you for voting for me every year. I also want to thank myself. I started as an audience member, became a small-time actor and later a full-time actor. "To be able to stand on stage now and receive my 10th Top 10 award to become an All-Time Favourite Artiste, it's quite an unbelievable journey for me. I am really happy that I still have a group of people who support me and thank you to the audience for liking my shows." View this post on Instagram A post shared by R O M E O T A N (@romeotan) Guo Liang felt 'rollercoaster' of emotions throughout the evening Veteran host Guo Liang, who received a hug from Yun Fat as he received his ninth Top 10 trophy, shared that his "emotions were like a rollercoaster" throughout the show. The 54-year-old, who debuted in local showbiz in 1994, said: "I was anxious at first, as many of my friends and family have supported me and I hoped to win. While hosting the show, I was awestruck by Yun Fat... "Then disappointment hit me when I saw those who had already received the All-Time Favourite Artiste award. Most artistes from my batch had already reached that status and I believed that [I haven't] because I didn't do well enough. "When I finally received the Top 10 award tonight, it was nothing but pure joy and elation. Such an experience is not great... For my last win, please help me out everyone." Star Awards 2025 is now available on Mewatch. [[nid:719895]] No part of this article can be reproduced without permission from AsiaOne.
Vogue Singapore
27-05-2025
- Business
- Vogue Singapore
A very special set of Tiffany Bird on a Rock brooches is coming
The American jeweller Tiffany & Co. has a remarkable history with gemstones. It's got a heritage of top of the line diamonds, underscored by its house treasure, the 128.54-carat yellow Tiffany diamond. And besides diamonds and the big three—sapphires, emeralds and rubies—the maison was actually a pioneering promoter of several 'modern' gemstones. As in, gemstones that were discovered and named later, and which the jeweller helped to popularise by featuring it in its collections. One of these, which Tiffany dubs its 'legacy' gemstones, is kunzite. It's named after George Frederick Kunz, the American gemologist who is considered one of the greatest in his field. Aged just 23, he joined Tiffany & Co. as its first ever chief gemologist, and stayed with the firm until his death in 1932. In that time, Kunz worked on cutting the Tiffany yellow diamond, and proposed the name of the gemstone morganite to honour friend, customer and known gemstone connoisseur J.P. Morgan. The 7,500 carat kunzite rough acquired by Tiffany & Co., destined for a set of 10 exclusive high jewellery Bird on a Rock brooches. Courtesy of Tiffany & Co. But the gemstone that George Kunz is most remembered for is kunzite, a new mineral that he identified and which was named after him. Kunzite has a unique appearance, with the best examples having vivid colour in shades of lilac to violet. The gemstone can occur in large specimens with big stones, and tend to be quite eye-clean so that its intense colour can really shine. The point of this gemstone's importance to Tiffany & Co. was underscored recently when the house announced its acquisition of an incredible 7,500 carat uncut kunzite that was unearthed over 25 years ago in Mozambique. 'This crystal's exceptional size, clarity and colour are rare testaments to Mother Nature's artistry,' said Victoria Wirth Reynolds, Tiffany & Co.'s chief gemologist and vice president of high jewellery diamond and gemstone acquisition. 'This kunzite of over 7,500 carats,' she added in a press statement, 'marks a significant moment in Tiffany's legacy of exceptional gemstones.' As for what the jeweller intends to do with this remarkable stone, the answer lies in one of its hero designs that also happens to celebrate its 60th anniversary this year: the Bird on a Rock by Jean Schlumberger. Tiffany's Bird on a Rock design is a celebrity favourite on the red carpet. Worn here by Rosie Huntington-Whiteley as a necklace. Getty Pinned to Taylor Russell's dress at the Venice Film Festival. Getty And especially on tuxedoes, in line with the trend for brooches. Michael B. Jordan wore a pair of Birds on a Rock at the Oscars. Getty Schlumberger's iconic design of a cockatiel perching on a gemstone has enjoyed a renaissance of late with Tiffany, which has made it a centrepiece of its branding and imagery. It's a genius piece of creativity that expresses all at once the strengths of Tiffany. High jewellery craftsmanship to create a highly detailed diamond-set cockatoo, as well as the simplicity of perching it atop exceptional gemstones so they get, almost nonchalantly, the spotlight. To commemorate 60 years since the first Bird on a Rock brooch was introduced, Tiffany & Co. intends to create 10 bespoke high jewellery brooches set with kunzites cut from this extraordinary rough. Each faceted and polished gemstone will, of course, vary in cut and carat weight so no two are the same. And because these are being crafted in such a limited number, top clients have the opportunity of working with Reynolds on the specifications of the design of their Birds on a Rock. Now there's something to set gem fiends and collectors aflutter.
