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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ezra Miller Signals 'Tentative' Hollywood Return After Surviving Personal 'Abyss'
Ezra Miller has talked of a possible return to Hollywood after facing controversial allegations in 2022. They told the Italian outlet Lo Speciale Giornale, while attending this year's Filming Italy Sardegna Festival 2025, that a 'tentative' return to the film industry was possible. Miller added they were working with director Lynne Ramsay after attending the Cannes Film Festival in May to support the premiere of her film Die My Love. More from The Hollywood Reporter NATPE Honors Europe: Meet the TV Execs Managing the Streaming Transition - and War in Ukraine Sarah J. Maas Inks Multiyear, Worldwide Deal With IMG Licensing (Exclusive) Shonda Rhimes to Receive Inaugural Edinburgh TV Festival Fellowship 'I came to Cannes to support one of my closest friends in the world, who's Lynne Ramsay, who I think is one of the greatest living filmmakers. I'm working with her, again, that will likely be the first thing I do, a film that her and I are writing together,' Miller revealed in the video interview that was posted to Lo Speciale Giornale's YouTube account. They worked with Ramsay on her 2011 film We Need to Talk About Kevin. Miller added that attending Cannes was a tough ask but followed an invitation from Ramsay. 'I didn't necessarily want to go to Cannes. That's a tough re-entry point. If you've been in the woods for three years, I do not recommend going straight to Cannes, where every photographer and every weirdo, every rich, genocidal freak, is there. It's not an easy re-entry,' they said. But Miller added they respected Ramsay enough to trust her with their return to Hollywood. 'I believe in her more than the rest of it. When we got through those crucibles, if we can survive — which was up in the air for me, if I'm being real — we then have that capacity to see other people in their crucibles and just to reach towards them,' they insisted. A possible return for Miller to filmmaking follows a string of controversial incidents from 2020-2022, which included a number of arrests and culminated in Miller issuing a statement apologizing for their behavior, citing 'complex mental health issues' and noting they were seeking treatment. Miller said a possible return to Hollywood came after they found out during personal challenges whose support they had. 'When you work in this industry, you will find yourself in deep, deep relation with a lot of people who do not give a single fuck about you or your well-being at all. Not that I don't hold a lot of remorse and lamentation for a lot of things that I did, and for a lot of things that happened in that time, but I'm really, really grateful for the lessons that came with that abyss,' Miller told the Italian outlet. At the same time, Miller said they had no artistic regrets. 'I don't. I'll be honest, probably the reason why I don't is I don't really think about it. The process for me is where the magic is. The work is for other people's judgment. For me, it's not my job. It's not my job to figure out whether an expression I was involved in is good or bad, or how it compares to other expressions,' they said. Best of The Hollywood Reporter Wes Anderson's Movies Ranked From Worst to Best 13 of Tom Cruise's Most Jaw-Dropping Stunts Hollywood Stars Who Are One Award Away From an EGOT
Business Insider
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
I made Gordon Ramsay's easy 10-minute pasta, and it's the perfect summer dinner when you're feeling lazy
I tried Gordon Ramsay's 10-minute scampi and angel hair pasta recipe. The dish features shrimp, cherry tomatoes, lemon, and white wine — perfect summer flavors. The cooking time was shorter than my skincare routine, but the flavors were complex and delicious. Gordon Ramsay may have multiple Michelin stars, but he still loves whipping up simple dishes that require little time in the kitchen. And Ramsay's quick pasta recipes haven't let me down yet. His 15-minute Bolognese has become one of my family's favorite dishes, and we also loved his 10-minute turkey and leek pasta, which Ramsay makes for his kids every week. So, when I learned he had a 10-minute summer pasta recipe, I knew I had to try it. This 10-minute scampi pasta by the "MasterChef" star looked perfect for summer. Ramsay's shrimp scampi with angel hair pasta is featured in his cookbook " Ramsay in 10," which is full of recipes that can be made in 10 minutes. When temperatures spike in the summertime, I never want to stand over a hot stove for too long, so a 10-minute pasta with some refreshing shrimp sounded like the perfect dish. Ramsay's 10-minute pasta includes shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and a handful of basil. To make Ramsay's shrimp scampi with angel hair pasta for two, you'll need: 8 ounces of angel hair pasta 5 ½ ounces of raw shrimp 2 banana shallots 2 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons of small capers 1 lemon (zest and juice) 1 cup of cherry tomatoes ¼ cup of white wine ¼ cup of vegetable or fish stock A large handful of basil leaves A pinch of chili flakes Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving Ramsay says you can use any very fine pasta for this dish, including vermicelli, tagliolini, or spaghettini. I should also note that I couldn't find banana shallots at my local supermarket. Since they're a bit larger than the regular variety, I just added an extra shallot while testing this recipe. To get started, I brought a pot of water to boil for the pasta. I made sure to season the water with salt. I also got my prep out of the way. Per Ramsay's instructions, I halved my cherry tomatoes, zested a lemon, minced my garlic, and peeled and sliced the shallots. Don't throw away the rest of your lemon — you'll need its juice later on! I also tried Ramsay's trick for chopping the basil. "To chop the basil quickly, gather the small leaves and roll them up in the biggest leaf, like a cigar, then chop with a large knife," Ramsay writes in his cookbook. It was time to get cooking, so I placed my nonstick pan over medium heat. Then, I added the shallots and garlic. I threw in the shallots first, seasoning them with salt and pepper. After I added the garlic, I seasoned everything with a pinch of chili flakes and let the garlic and shallots cook together for two minutes. Once the two minutes were up, I added the cherry tomatoes to the pan. Then, I deglazed the pan with white wine. Ramsay says you should allow the wine to bubble for 30 seconds. Once those 30 seconds were up, I added the vegetable stock. While the sauce was reducing, I prepped my shrimp. I peeled the shrimp and seasoned them with salt and pepper. Then, I added the capers and chopped basil to my sauce. Per Ramsay's instructions, I then removed the pan from the heat. I placed my shrimp in a nonstick frying pan over high heat, adding a drizzle of olive oil. Ramsay says the shrimp should cook for about 30 seconds, until they turn golden brown. Keep an eye on the color — it took my shrimp about a minute. I also threw my angel hair pasta into the pot of boiling water. Once my shrimp had turned golden brown, I removed the pan from the heat and flipped each shrimp. I drizzled olive oil and sprinkled lemon zest over the shrimp, then added them to my pan with the sauce. I drained my cooked pasta and returned it to the pan where I had cooked the shrimp. I added the pasta back to the pan of sauce. I topped my finished pasta with Parmesan cheese, a squeeze of lemon juice, and some lemon zest. The pasta smelled amazing, and I loved the bright pops of color — it looked like the perfect dinner for summer. Ramsay's pasta tasted delicious, and I couldn't believe it had only taken 10 minutes. There was a lovely lightness to Ramsay's 10-minute scampi that I always look for in a great summer dish. Even though the overall cooking time was shorter than my nightly skincare routine, the flavors were still complex and interesting. It tasted like an elevated version of Martha Stewart's famous one-pot pasta dish. I should note that I found the angel hair to be a bit sticky and hard to mix, which means I probably overcooked it a little — so be careful when boiling your thin pasta. And next time, I'll add more chili flakes and tomatoes; they were my favorite part of the dish, and I loved their blistered texture. I'll whip up Ramsay's 10-minute scampi again when I need something quick but delicious on a busy summer weeknight.
Scotsman
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Methane tractor, a Clydesdale called Yorkie and a world record smashed
Until next year... Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Some 212,000 people flooded through the gates at the Royal Highland Show this year to see more than 6,000 animals and taste the best of Scotland's food and drink in a celebration of farming. From prize-winning cattle to the latest models in agri tech, the event saw the best of the country's agriculture come together over four days, with early bird tickets already going on sale for next year. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Some eye-grabbing champions of the weekend included global brand New Holland taking home a prize for its 100 per cent methane-powered tractor, which it claims to be a world first. A world-first was witnessed in the forestry arena at this year's show. Dan Wheelan, from Shropshire, set a world record climbing a 80ft pole in just 9 seconds, beating the previous record of 9.61. Another prize-winner included Elaine Ramsay, from Dumfries and Galloway-based Millisle Clydesdales, who took home the heavy horse champion for her Clydesdale, Yorkie. The Ramsay family celebrated their 60th anniversary of showing heavy horses at the event this year. Ms Ramsay's father, Hugh Ramsay, holds an MBE for services to the Clydesdale horse. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Elaine Ramsay carried on the family tradition that her father Hugh Ramsay started when he was competing at the Royal Highland Show 60 years ago. | Lisa Ferguson Her Royal Highness Princess Anne made her annual visit to the show on Friday where she met with primary school children taking part in activities and toured the grounds. A couple of farmers sleep as The Princess Royal tours the cattle stalls in the Highland Hall during a visit to the Royal Highland Show at the Royal Highland Centre in Ingliston, Edinburgh. Picture date: Friday June 20, 2025. | Jane Barlow/PA Another royal touch at the show included the annual presentation of the Queen's Cup, a prestigious award of the show that was presented by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1960 to commemorate her presidency of the Royal Highland Show. This year, the cup, which rotates the livestock categories annually, was awarded to champion goat, Messrs Webster and Smith with Guilden Elm. It is the 15th time in 45 years the pair have won the award. The most sustainable farm of the year, an award hosted by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST), went to Balcaskie Estate in Fife. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The estate is home to native breeds including Lincoln Red cattle, Tamworth pigs and a range of native sheep. Estate managers have regularly championed the animals, saying they are central to Balcaskie's low-input, sustainable farming system, and to the management of the wider landscape to help promote natural biodiversity. As well as celebrating agriculture in the country, the event marked a major social occasion, particularly for those working in the sector from all corners of the country. Over 56,000 pints were poured over the four days and some 7,400 people partied into the night on Friday and Saturday evening at the Royal Highland Hoolie, with a folk and country line-up including Elephant Sessions. David Tennant, head of show for RHASS, which runs the event, said: 'It has been wonderful to see generations from across the agricultural community come together to celebrate their great achievements, learnings, stories and make new memories, just as it has been to see visitors and families enjoy all that the Show has to offer. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We were very honoured to have welcomed HRH Princess Anne to Friday's Show when we shared with her all of the great achievements from the Scottish agricultural industry. 'While the Show is renowned for its historic and traditional aspects, namely the livestock competitions and parades, over the years we have developed it so far beyond that, and every year we build and grow on the last. 'I'd like to thank everyone for playing their part, from our members, exhibitors and competitors to our staff and members of the public, for helping to make the 2025 Royal Highland Show a truly unforgettable event!'
Borneo Post
20-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
SEDCE partners with RAW Energy to bring hybrid biomass fuel to Sarawak
Clean Energy Solutions through Hybrid Tropical Grass (HTG) pellets for Sarawak with SEDCE as exclusive distributor for RAW Energy. KUCHING (June 20): RAW Energy, a global provider of sustainable fuels, has appointed SEDC Energy (SEDCE) as its exclusive partner to promote and distribute its Hybrid Tropical Grass (HTG) pellets in Sarawak. The HTG pellets will be supplied to power generation facilities and other users requiring scalable, clean energy solutions. The partnership also aims to bring local communities to be part of the sustainability agenda by providing the HTG feedstock through new cultivations. RAW Energy Group chief executive officer Ramsay Wilson welcomed the collaboration, stating that the partnership between SEDCE and RAW Energy represents more than just a strategic business alignment. 'This heralds a transformative era in renewable energy adoption across Sarawak. 'By embracing cutting-edge biomass technology, SEDCE is setting an inspiring precedent for other global communities striving to balance industrial growth with environmental preservation,' he said in a statement. He further explained that their HTG pellets are revolutionising the biomass sector and will redefine energy benchmarks on an international scale. 'With a carbon cycle measured in days versus decades and a thermal energy content exceeding that of wood pellets, we offer a glimpse into a future where sustainable energy sources can outperform and replace traditional fuels such as coal and wood pellets in terms of ecological impact, efficiency, and scalability.' Ramsay also highlighted that Sarawak's use of RAW Energy's biomass resources contributes to building a circular economy by converting agricultural products into valuable energy commodities. 'This initiative will create a ripple effect, encouraging further investment in green technologies. This will also bolster the region's economic and environmental resilience. 'Sarawak is positioned to contribute significantly to the global dialogue on renewable energy, showcasing how regional resources can be harnessed for planetary benefit,' he added. HTG is a sterile hybrid combination of Pennisetum Purpureum (Napier) and Pennisetum Americanum (Pearl millet) grass, which was imported under permit by the founders of RAW Energy back in 2014 and is grown on large scale farms in Bintulu. HTG is a fast-growing high yielding Energy Grass that perfectly harnesses the power of tropical photosynthesis and rainfall and is grown on unproductive marginal land without the 'food versus energy' conflict. SEDCE, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Sarawak Economic Development Corporation, views this partnership as a significant step in Sarawak's journey towards greener energy. SEDCE chief executive officer Robert Hardin described the partnership as a crucial step in Sarawak's decarbonisation journey toward achieving the Net Zero 2050 target by utilising its biomass resources for energy generation. 'RAW's hybrid tropical grass does not compete with our food source, which aligns with UNSDG 15 that promotes the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems and halts land degradation. 'We also plan to introduce the cultivation of this hybrid grass, along with RAW Energy, to rural communities in phases,' he said. Both SEDCE and RAW Energy recently entered the agreement, paving way for another path towards decarbonisation efforts not only for Sarawak but also Malaysia and the region for Net Zero 2050.
Otago Daily Times
18-06-2025
- Otago Daily Times
'Significant' bus hub disorder included BB gun
Security guards recorded an average of one "significant" incident every 10 days after taking over at Dunedin's bus hub in the wake of last year's fatal stabbing, official information shows. However, police said the busy city centre transport link was safer now than it used to be. A multi-agency group formed in the aftermath of the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Enere McLaren-Taana in May last year — chaired by Otago coastal prevention manager Inspector Sam Ramsay — "finalised a delivery roadmap" for change in February. Insp Ramsay said keys to that roadmap included initiatives to "transform the bus hub environment and operations" and enhance security and patrolling. The quality of security patrols at the Great King St bus hub was dragged into the spotlight in the wake of the fatal stabbing. Before being replaced by First Security, the previous firm, Allied Security, reported guards patrolling the bus hub were spat on, kicked and harassed after the incident. Now, First Security weekly incident reports released by the Otago Regional Council under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act show antisocial behaviour persists — including intoxication and smoking and vaping in smoke free zones. But those types of incidents vastly outnumbered the "aggressive behaviour" observed by patrols. Among the incidents detailed in the report was a "young lady" on February 27 observed with what was at first thought to be a gun, but was later identified as a BB gun. The "young lady" reportedly "slipped it under her leg", but it was "clear it was not a phone", the incident report said. Police were advised and asked the security guards to keep an eye on her while they arranged backup. The BB gun was discharged "several times in a non-threatening direction, off to one side and towards a small wall", the report said. Seven police officers attended and took control of the BB gun, resulting in "little impact on the general public". The reports do not indicate which incidents are categorised as significant, but identified 13 such incidents from November 14 to April 6 (the period covered by the official information provided), The reports showed 11 times over that period those incidents were reported to police, but police were only called six times this year. December led the way with police assistance required four times. Police came under the spotlight after the fatal stabbing, in part because the teenager was stabbed about 50m from the Dunedin central police station. Now, when asked if the bus hub was safer than at the time of the stabbing, Insp Ramsay referenced the multi-agency Central City Safety Advisory group and said "police have been working with our partners to make the bus hub safer". He said, in February, the group finalised its roadmap that "prioritised and planned" short, medium and long-term actions to improve safety in and around the bus hub area while also considering the wider context of safety in the city. Four key areas were identified during the workshop which would form the basis of initiatives hoped to have an impact. "They are: cultivate positive values and culture; transform the bus hub environment and operations; enhance safety, security and patrolling; empower youth through reporting and education." He said police now had a sergeant and four fulltime constables undertaking foot patrols on early and late shifts. At times, that number increased as part of probationary training or induction. "We deploy the teams based on evidence and demand, and they could cover any area of Dunedin."
