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AU Financial Review
15-07-2025
- Business
- AU Financial Review
Sydney start-up scores $23m in US fund's first Aussie deal
Linkby, a Sydney advertising technology start-up founded by a former Young Rich Lister who co-founded the Pedestrian website, has secured a valuation close to $100 million in a maiden Australian funding round for a US venture capital firm. Chris Wirasinha founded the company alongside Andrew Chak and Adrian Fagerlund in 2020, and has raised $US15 million ($23 million) in a Series B round from Boston-based growth equity firm Volition Capital.
The South African
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Spice Girls celebrate Mel B's star-studded wedding
Mel B, famously known as Scary Spice, tied the knot with hairstylist Rory McPhee on Saturday in a stunning ceremony at St. Paul's Cathedral in London. After six years of dating, the couple finally said 'I do' in front of a star-studded guest list. The wedding was a grand affair, with celebrities like Cara Delevingne, Katherine Ryan, and Daisy Lowe in attendance. However, not all of Mel B's former Spice Girls bandmates were present. Emma Bunton, aka Baby Spice, was the only Spice Girl to attend the wedding. She also performed a moving rendition of Let Love Lead the Way during the ceremony. Guests reportedly were brought to tears by her heartfelt performance. Emma's presence brought a warm sense of Spice Girls nostalgia to the event, according to Pedestrian . Victoria Beckham, known as Posh Spice, was notably absent. She revealed on Instagram that she missed the wedding because she was overseas. Despite this, she sent her warmest congratulations to the happy couple. 'Congratulations Mel B and Rory on your special day!' Victoria wrote. 'I couldn't be more excited for you both and wish you a lifetime of happiness! Kisses xx.' She also shared a second post showing a video of the Spice Girls together. 'Sending you love, Mel. Rory is a very lucky man!' she added. Mel C, or Sporty Spice, also missed the ceremony but expressed her happiness for Mel B on Instagram. 'So so happy for you both and beyond gutted I couldn't be there,' she wrote. 'Excited to celebrate with you soon! Yippee!' Geri Halliwell, Ginger Spice, was absent and has yet to comment on the wedding. This silence comes amid ongoing rumours of a feud between her and Mel B. The tension reportedly dates back to 2019, following a public disagreement over past claims about their relationship. The Spice Girls have a lasting legacy worldwide, including here in South Africa, where their music continues to inspire new generations. Mel B's wedding reminds us of the close bonds and occasional rifts within the group. South African fans, many of whom grew up with Spice Girls' hits, will be watching closely for any news of a reunion tour. Emma's emotional performance and the heartfelt messages from Victoria and Mel C show that love and friendship remain strong despite distance and disagreements. Mel B's wedding was a beautiful celebration of love, friendship, and new beginnings. While not all Spice Girls were present, their well-wishes and support were clear. For fans in South Africa and beyond, this event is a reminder of the enduring magic of the Spice Girls — and the hope that one day, all five might reunite on stage once more. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Extra.ie
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
All the details as Wolfe Tones and The Script hit Thomond Park
Support acts for next week's trio of gigs at Limerick's Thomond Stadium have been revealed, with promoters MCD urging attendees to be informed on times and entry points. Not long after announcing their retirement last year, the iconic Wolfe Tones revealed they would be doing just one more gig on Sunday, July 13 for their 'final farewell.' After the concert sold out, they added another date for Friday, July 11 with The Script performing at the rugby grounds in between the gigs on Saturday, July 12. Not long after announcing their retirement last year, the iconic Wolfe Tones revealed they would be doing just one more gig on Sunday, July 13 for their 'final farewell.' Pic:With the countdown on for the gigs, MCD have issued important information about the gigs, urging fans to be informed ahead of attending the gigs. A statement from the promoter said: 'We unfortunately cannot take any responsibility for issues arising from situations where patrons have no familiarized themselves with the information provided.' In the notice, the promoters confirmed Scottish county-folk singer Rianne Downey was supporting the Wolfe Tones on their first night alongside Wicklow singer-songwriter Dave Lofts. After the concert sold out, they added another date for Friday, July 11 with The Script performing at the rugby grounds in between the gigs on Saturday, July 12. On Sunday, Dave Lofts would be supporting once again with the first support act Scottish folk band Brògeal. James Bay and Allie Sherlock are on supporting duties on Saturday ahead of The Script's gig. Gates for all three events open at 5pm with the shows starting at 6pm. Attendees are being advised to arrive to the venue 30 minutes before the show starts, as no queueing on the streets will be permitted. James Bay and Allie Sherlock are on supporting duties on Saturday ahead of The Script's gig. Pic: Allie Sherlock/YouTube They added that the events would take place 'rain, hail or shine' so dress accordingly for the Irish weather but no umbrellas are permitted onto the grounds. No camping chairs will be permitted either, and concert-goers are reminded that backpacks or large bags could result in refused entry. Other prohibited items include glass or cans; alcohol; flag poles; selfie sticks; iPads; laptops and cameras. The full list can be seen here. Attendees are also urged to check their tickets and enter at the appropriate gate. Gold Circle, East Stand and Premium tickets enter via the Red Route; Pitch Standing enters via the Green Gate and those with tickets for the West Stand and Accessible Pedestrian access via Blue Gate. MCD also urge attendees to download tickets to your phone before the event in order to avoid delays on the day. Screenshots will not work as barcodes are updated regularly. Meanwhile, anyone still looking for an outfit to the Wolfe Tones or wanting to get their hands on some of the band's merchandise can head to Arthur's Quay shopping centre where a pop-up shop is situated in the run up to the gigs. Included at the shop are special edition flags which show band members Tommy, Brian and Noel, grinning and 'The Wolfe Tones Thomond Park '25.'
7NEWS
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
INSIDE MEDIA: Rick Astley passes 1 billion streams on Spotify
A video version of this article is available in the player above with vision of the interviews quoted. Rick Astley passes 1 billion If you've ever been 'Rickrolled' (and who of us hasn't), you might be interested to know the song behind the prank has reached 1 billion streams on Spotify. Never Gonna Give You Up was released in 1987 by renowned hitmakers Stock Aitken Waterman and was a number 1 hit in the UK, US and here in Australia. Around 2007, the song became something of a phenomenon when people started sending prank links to it on YouTube. A user would be told the link was for one thing, but ended up being 'Rickrolled', or taken to the song. There's no doubt the prank helped the song stay fresh in the minds of people, leading consumers to search for the song on Spotify, which eventually led to the 1 billion streams. 'So who would have believed, after all these years, Never Gonna Give You Up has had a billion streams on Spotify' Astley posted on his official TikTok account. 'How amazing. Thank you for listening and lots of love and I'll see you all soon, I hope.' What an amazing achievement. You can see his message in the video player above and, no, it won't take you to the song – I promise! Let the spin begin It's always funny when a company tries to discredit a story by trying to change the narrative. That's just what happened in regard to my exclusive story last week about I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! facing major budget cuts and its plan to pre-record for the 2026 series. On Wednesday, Pedestrian published a hit job on my reporting without attributing the original article and without including the writer's byline. Instead, it credited The PR fluff piece had obviously been given to the outlet by Channel 10, who did not want to officially confirm my reporting, but rather change the narrative. According to the gushing story, the change from live to pre-recording has nothing to do with budget cuts (heaven forbid), but more to do with the availability of big names who do not want to do the show live. As per the article: 'This change is massive,' one network insider spilled to 'Live TV has always been the dealbreaker for certain 'celebs.' Now that it's pre-recorded, a whole bunch of big names who used to say 'nah' are suddenly very interested.' It continues: Basically, removing the live element means 'celebs' don't have to stress about getting cancelled in real time and producers can flex a bit more control over the chaos. Think better editing, bigger stunts, and (hopefully) fewer awkward silences when someone gets booted. But then comes the big one, squarely taking aim at my reporting this change was made for budgetary reasons: And before anyone starts screaming 'budget cuts!', our sources are insisting this has nothing to do with Network Ten's upcoming Big Brother reboot stealing all the coins. 'If anything, this frees up resources to chase even bigger names,' the insider said. 'Think, international guests and proper A-listers, not just someone who got kicked off The Bachelor six years ago.' Why, then, did Channel 10 pre-record the finale this year, shooting three different versions and sending the entire production team home early? Obviously, that had nothing to do with budget! I can't wait to see Tom Cruise, Scarlett Johansson and other top tier talent take to the jungle in the next season, rather than a tragic bunch of nobodies. If 10 wants to change the narrative, then why not go on the record, confirm my reporting (which is correct) and make an official statement, rather than leaking to an outlet. At least we know they've already confirmed that McKnight was right! Media Watch hits out at Today It was interesting watching the hit job done by the ABC's Media Watch on Monday night against Channel 9's Today Show. The publicly funded broadcaster took issue with the fact the breakfast show dared into a commercial deal with UAE. Host Linton Besser wasn't happy with the show showing the positive tourist attractions of the country, rather than focusing on the negatives. 'The UAE is a repressive nation-state governed by an absolute monarchy whose arbitrary and fickle approach to justice and the law can create frightening risks for those who move there for work, like 28-year-old Emirates Airlines flight attendant Tori Towey, an Irish citizen who in June last year was strip searched and charged with attempting suicide after fleeing domestic violence' Besser said. All of that is true. But even though Besser declared Today had failed in 'spectacular fashion' in journalistic terms, he did have to acknowledge Nine did not hide anything from viewers. 'Despite the entire outside broadcast being funded by UAE government-backed businesses, which Nine did disclose, a spokesman for the media company told us the 'event TV' project had not been vetted by the foreign government'. OK, so what exactly is the problem here? Breakfast shows have always been a mix of news and entertainment. Sunrise certainly turned the format on its head in the 2000s when it introduced 'newstainsment' and became the number one breakfast show – a position which is still in place today. Commercial arrangements are a part of breakfast TV and there is no issue as long as those deals are made clear to the audience. Media Watch did not challenge Nine's position that the deal with UAE was disclosed. Nine and Today have never been shy about reporting on the atrocities that have taken place in the region and I don't believe this short-term deal will change that. So, Media Watch – which does not rely on commercial deals thanks to the $1.1 billion of government funding the ABC receives each year from taxpayers – thinks the show should have refused the money or done a big expose. Let's live in the real world. Commercial broadcasters are doing it tough and deals like this help them to survive. If a big story about the UAE had broken and the Today Show hadn't covered it, then Media Watch should rightly call them out. But that didn't happen. Instead, what we have here is an elitist attitude from a government-funded entity that doesn't rely on revenue to survive.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
MDOT launches new bicycle safety guide
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – May is designated as 'Bicycle Safety Month,' and the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is celebrating by launching the new Mississippi Bicycling Guide. This updated guide from MDOT's Bicycle & Pedestrian Program features bicycle safety tips, state bike laws and a list of major bike trails in Mississippi. Here are some bicycle safety tips: Before you leave, check your bike for proper fit, maintenance and tire pressure. Wear bright clothing or utilize reflective gear. Make sure you are seen. Always wear a helmet; it could save your life. Obey all traffic laws. Ride in the same direction as traffic, use hand signals when turning and follow all traffic signs and signals. When in doubt, ride single file. If you are behind the wheel of a car, follow these tips to keep cyclists, other motorists and yourself safe: Before you leave, adjust your mirrors and know your blind spots. Bicycles are smaller than vehicles and can easily blend in with traffic. Check twice for bikes. Always leave extra space between your vehicle and cyclists. State law requires at least three feet between a vehicle and a cyclist. Pay attention and drive defensively. While you can't control how others drive, you can anticipate traffic changes, allowing you to respond at a moment's notice. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
