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Miami Herald
13 hours ago
- General
- Miami Herald
Pregnant puppy abandoned in forest needs a ‘second chance at life' in California
A dog that was found alone in the Northern California forest is now safe and sound at a shelter — but she's terrified. Meet Rosie, a sweet mama pup who just wants love and companionship despite her extremely rough start in the world. 'Rosie was found abandoned in the forest—pregnant, scared, and just a puppy herself. At only 9 months old, she had already endured more than most dogs ever should,' the Mendocino Coast Humane Society said in a July 29 Facebook post. 'She gave birth safely in foster care. Rosie is back at the shelter now… and she's not doing well. She's overwhelmed and scared.' The shelter posted a video of Rosie, a beautiful white and tan mix with soft eyes and a loveable demeanor as she leans in for pets. 'This sweet girl needs a foster—or better yet, an adopter—who can help her decompress and finally just be a puppy. Rosie is gentle, resilient, and ready for her second chance at life,' the shelter said. For more information, visit the shelter's website. Mendocino is about a 155-mile drive north from San Francisco.
Belfast Telegraph
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
‘I want to honour their contribution': Co Down artist creates green jacket tribute for Rory McIlroy's parents
Kathryn Callaghan creates her work using a unique blend of ink and gravity, which has helped her garner thousands of views on TikTok. Her initial artwork of the golf star featured McIlroy posed in mid-swing in honour of his Masters victory this year – making him just one of six players to achieve a career grand slam. For Kathryn's latest unveiling, titled If The Jacket Fits, she painted the famous green jacket in her signature style and dedicated it to his mum, Rosie, and dad, Gerry. She said she wanted to honour the pair for the support they have given their son over the years. Watch: Artist gifts stunning artwork to Rory McIlroy's parents 'My piece was a recognition that outstanding achievements start at home and often take years, if not decades, of hard work and sacrifice before coming to fruition,' Kathryn explained. 'As a parent myself, I wanted to honour the contribution that Gerry and Rosie have made. When Rory won the grand slam, it was their moment as well. I really hope they love it as much as I loved working on it.' The piece comes after Kathryn produced a series of works to celebrate Northern Ireland's golfing landscape. All 13 paintings are on display at The Bushmills Inn and depict Royal County Down, Royal Belfast, Royal Portrush and other courses. Kathryn explained she was inspired by the 'beautiful' courses here and tried to reflect this while still keeping to her style. 'I would've loved to have been a golfer, I've taken several lessons, but I had to accept that my talents lie elsewhere,' she said. 'Travelling to the courses throughout last winter was a brilliant experience. There was always someone there to give you a warm welcome and explain what was special about each place. 'For me, it was about trying to capture the essence of each course, that's what I want to put onto the page when I am pouring. I want people to be able to look at the painting, to close their eyes and feel transported to that place. 'We have so many stunning courses, especially our links courses. They are just beautiful places and visitors coming here for the first time can't believe how special they are.' Kathryn earned her fine arts degree at Belfast Metropolitan College over a decade ago and said she discovered her painting style almost by accident. She forgoes a paintbrush or palette and instead pours ink from a height onto the canvas with the final product being a blend of splatter and her original design. 'It might seem strange, but this technique allows me to work fast and gesturally, freeing me from the constraints of a sub-sketch,' she said. 'Gravity has as much to do with the process as anything. There is energy harnessed as the ink falls from bottle to the surface and just enough of an element of losing control to allow the ink to make its own unplanned marks.'
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Rosie O'Donnell says 'cruel' Trump supporters forced her to flee America
Rosie O'Donnell has been involved in a long-standing feud with US President Donald Trump and she has now opened up about how his supporters forced her to leave America Comedian Rosie O'Donnell has opened up about the "cruel" backlash from Donald Trump supporters that drove her to leave the US in a bid for "self-preservation". The 63-year-old American talk show host has been embroiled in a bitter dispute with the President of the United States ever since she took a swipe at him almost twenty years ago. In a 2006 episode of The View, during the Hot Topics segment, Rosie didn't hold back in her criticism of Trump. Trump, who was not a politician at the time, hit back by branding Rosie "a woman out of control", and their animosity has persisted over the years. While chatting with Christine Lampard, who was filling in on Tuesday's Lorraine, Rosie disclosed that the ongoing conflict prompted her to up sticks and move to Ireland for the sake of her own well-being and that of her family. Discussing her relocation to Ireland earlier this year, she said: "I just think this is the best decision I could have made for myself and my child, I love it here, we've been welcomed by everyone," reports the Express. Following a DNA test that confirmed Rosie's Irish heritage as 100 per cent, she expressed that there was never any doubt about her destination if she ever felt compelled to leave America due to its political atmosphere. "There was never a question for me where I would go if I had to leave the country because of the political climate, and that's what I felt I had to do, and I'm so glad that this is where we came, and so thrilled at the warm welcome we've received," she elaborated. Rosie also touched upon her choice to relocate following the spat with Trump, seeking to distance herself from the "intensity" of the situation. She reminisced about poking fun at his hair back in 2006, doing "did what comedians have been doing for years" and then noted: "He went really crazy, he could not get himself to get over it for over 20 years. "He uses me as a punching line and disparages me and insults me and calls me names like it's a kid in school and I'm being teased. "But when I talked about him, he was not the President, he was a reality TV host, he was a bit of a joke in New York. "Nobody really took him seriously in 2006 at all, and then he becomes the President of the United States. "And does he stop? No. He puts the pedal to the medal and uses my name in the debate and it was difficult for my children." Rosie disclosed that Trump's remarks and political actions were the reasons behind her departure. "I knew I could not stay in my country and be a healthy parent that I need to be for this child, with all of this destruction going on in the country that he had planned and now has implemented. "So it really was self-preservation. I knew I had to take care of myself mentally and emotionally, and being here has given me that distance, and I don't live in fear of what someone is going to say to me in Walmart. "Even though most people are very kind, the MAGA people are emboldened by his cruelty to be just as cruel, even to my face. "I knew for my own safety and health that I had to leave, but he hasn't stopped; he just threatened to take away my citizenship a couple of weeks ago."
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- The Irish Sun
I visited European wellness haven with gorgeous nature parks, huge theme park and foraging walk just 3 hours from Dublin
WHAT'S the first thing you think of on mention of a family trip to Finland? Snow and Santa, right? Well forget Santa and snowball fights, this trip was all about saunas, Advertisement 5 Fiona travelled to Helsinki with husband James and daughters Lily, 7, and Rosie, 4 Credit: Collect image through journalist 5 The SkyWheel in central Helsinki Credit: Getty Images - Getty 5 Linnanmäki, which boasts over 40 rides, is Finland's oldest and most popular amusement park Credit: Getty Images - Getty From gorgeous nature parks and sea views to daily saunas and tasty fare, you begin to see why the Finns are so happy. Flying with Finnair operates up to ten flights a week from Dublin to Our journey began with a 9.45am departure from Advertisement READ MORE IN TRAVEL After our three-hour flight, it was to the Scandic Park Helsinki The hotel has a playroom right by the On the first day we met with our guide Karin, and off we trotted to the impressive Helsinki Central Library Oodi, a modern architectural marvel. More than a library, Oodi offers visitors creative resources and a space to engage with the city's diverse urban life. For the girls there were several playgrounds around the library which is also close to the picturesque Töölö Lake. Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN Another highlight of the trip was a foraging walk on Seurasaari island. Guided by Anna Nyman - a biologist, forager and herbalist - she showed us a world of wild edible plants and herbs. FINLAND'S OLDEST AMUSEMENT PARK We nibbled on heart's-ease pansies, ground elder, and wood sorrel. Rosie particularly liked the flowers of the blueberry plant. Then, in contrast to the relaxing morning spent being at one with nature, we set off to do something a bit more high-octane. Advertisement Linnanmäki, which boasts over 40 rides, is Finland's oldest and most popular The girls were still too young to go on the park's wilder rides, such as Swingi, which swings visitors from side to side at nearly 100 km/h, or the rollercoaster Taiga - that throws you upside down four times per ride with a top speed of 106 km/h. But we did try some more of the sedate spins and the girls enjoyed being budding truck drivers on Rekkaralli, and spinning around on Propelli. While in Helsinki we also took the ferry across to Suomenlinna, the historic sea fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site, steeped in maritime history and charm. Advertisement The entire area of Suomenlinna has about 200 buildings spread over 80 hectares of land. The fortress alone has about 6km of walls and over a hundred cannons. WELLNESS TRADITIONS You can enjoy Suomenlinna with just the price of a ferry or water bus ticket, as there is no entrance Capping off our cultural adventure we immersed ourselves in Finnish It was so good we went twice in our five days in Helsinki. The pool is open all year round and is a just a stone's throw from the Market Square. It's a great way to enjoy the Advertisement It has three saunas, two warm water pools and one sea water pool, into which water is pumped from nearby streams and filtered clean. One of the pools is perfect for kids, with tummy-height water levels for them. Floaties and pool noodles are available from the lifeguards. We spent hours there on both visits and had dinner and Saunas really are a must for visitors to Advertisement But the real question is: does everyone walk around nude? The answer is - kinda. Actually, it depends which area you are in. Check the dress code and remember, wearing a towel is always ok. 'EASY TO BE ACTIVE' Just one minute in cold water after the sauna boosts your happy hormones. When you alternate the heat of the sauna with a 30 to 60-second dip in the sea, lake, or a cold shower, your body responds with a rush of feel-good hormones. The girls loved it too! Right across from the pool is the funky restaurant Toppa, on the top floor of the outstanding 'Sugar Cube' building designed by Alvar Aalto. Advertisement Food here is meant to be shared and we feasted on Bo ssam, a fresh and crunchy It's so easy to be active in Helsinki. The city has 34 public Children were warmly welcomed wherever we went and Finnish people are very friendly. It was our second visit to Helsinki. James and I got engaged here 10 years ago, and next time – we won't wait another decade to experience it all again. Advertisement 5 Rocky Cove at the Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress in the south harbour Credit: Getty Images - Getty 5 Suomenlinna became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991 Credit: Getty Images - Getty
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Beautiful Greek resort boasts waterfalls, hikes and gorgeous beach
Brits looking for Greece holidays that aren't all about flopping down by the pool may want to check out this gorgeous resort with heaps of activities for all ages Feeling like an 80-year-old, clambering over slippery rocks on all fours, I appear to have acquired my own personal hand-holder. George – one of the tour guides from Climb Up Outdoor Activities – is helping us hike through water ponds, vegetation and 'picturesque' (read: broken) wooden bridges, to the Polilimnio Waterfalls in southern Greece. I'm not the oldest or least fit here, but I may be the most clumsy. The 'easy' hike, suitable for children, is only a mile, but the polished limestone and tricky terrain can be challenging. We spot waddling crabs and scarpering lizards as we climb, finally arriving at the hidden freshwater lake and waterfall. I'm here with my family – husband James and kids, Rosie, 15, and Poppy, 12, on an excursion from Neilson's Messini Beach Club – a 25-minute drive away, near Kalamata on the Peloponnese peninsula. World's 'most beautiful cruise port' is tucked away in city that's UNESCO site Beautiful white sand beach is one of 'best in Europe' with crystal-clear waters We strip off and make our way into the 16C water, James diving off boulders with confidence, Poppy cannonballing into the lake, Rosie nervously jumping, while I slide in. The water streams down the rock face, shushing all thoughts from our minds. And boulders bulge, providing diving platforms, and ledges for bushy green Daphne trees. As summer holidays go, we like the fly-and-flop set-up. Family life is so hectic that when we have a week in the sun, we prefer to do very little. But here we spend the first couple of days setting alarms for all the activities we've booked. Neilson is renowned for its activities, and you can try your hand at almost every watersport, racket game and fitness class while you're here – all included in the price. We're not an especially fit and active family – we all do a bit, but more for mental health benefits, or to balance out our food and drink indulgences. I seem to get injured every time I go at anything with great gusto these days, so I'm a low-impact lover, but while we're here, and it's free, I'll have a go. I wouldn't have predicted fancying a 4pm Pilates class in 36C heat, but with sore quads from yesterday's 'workout of the day' and a window of time following a late lunch, here I am. It takes place on a shady sun deck overlooking the ocean, where sail boats are lined up on the sand. We stretch it out for 45minutes, poses gradually getting more challenging, and then I head to the pool for some late afternoon lounging. Another morning, we sleep through our 9.30am 'intro to pickleball' slot, but the courts, smaller than tennis ones, have boards up displaying rules, so we grab our paddles and play. Doing AMRAP (as many reps as possible) in a warm studio is a challenge, but as James and I make our way through press-ups, weighted sit-ups, squats, lunges, box jumps, 100 yard rows and burpees, pretending not to compete with one another, it feels good to do a proper workout. Twenty solid minutes is all it takes to kill us off, and we waddle away with jelly legs, drenching ourselves in water. Aqua is also fun here, with good music and a decent pace making it more of a workout than the old-lady bobbing we're used to at home. But it's on the beach where you really get your value for money. We rise early and head down to the sea, where a steady stream of people are enjoying their pre-booked slots. James, having waterskied 30 years ago (ahem), opts for skis, while the girls try a kneeboard for beginners. Laying on their bellies, once the boat gets some speed up, they can spread their arms out like pelican wings and skim across the sea like a pebble. Mastering the art in no time, Rosie hauls herself up to her knees, riding the board with no hands. You can still fall off, but it's sturdier and less about technique, so is a good way to start out. Listening to my kids sing Mr Brightside in the sea, as they alternate between paddleboarding pros and faceplanting failures, fills my heart with joy. I sit smugly on my sun lounger, watching triangular sails glint in the midday sun. Families try their hand at windsurfing, cores braced as the sail sends them off balance and gravity plonks them into the sea. The undulating peaks of the Taygetus Mountains stand proud and pensive in the background. The landscape is typically Greek – thirsty grounds, parched grasses sprouting from the sand. Even cacti look like they need hosing down. Giant ants scurry along the stony sands, busying themselves like tourists, while I take a minute to have a breather. The food here is good. We're not usually fans of buffet-style all-inclusives, but there are specials available at every meal, with plenty of salads, meats, veggies and child-friendly options. Staying for seven nights, we're entitled to all breakfasts, lunches and four dinners. On the other three nights, they offer different menus (£9.75 per main) and a barbecue night with live music (£21pp). Alternatively, you can wander further down the beach to traditional Greek tavernas, where a family meal costs us £70. Or ride a bike one tiny kilometre to The Phoenix, where we buy bargain olive oil to take home, and sup on Aperol spritz (£7.60) and Coke Zeros (£2.10). If you're feeling really flush, you can splash out on a £25 cab and head into Kalamata, which has a quaint old town, plenty of shops, and great restaurants. 'One two, one two,' Rosie and I chant, as we attempt to paddle our oars in unison. We're sitting in a bright orange kayak heading for a local beach bar for a swim and a coffee, but we seem worse team rowers than we are solo. We study everyone else and adjust our oars accordingly, perhaps improving slightly, but it's probably the direction of the wind giving us a helping hand. We row around older Greek folk, chatting while they tread water, and head back to the pool bar for our pre-dinner ritual. Parasols are lined up like cocktail umbrellas, and we order mojitos, pina coladas and mocktails. As I'm getting ready for the evening, my arms feel like they're shaking intensely. Today, I introduced my 6ft 2in former rugby-playing husband to the joys of Boxfit. And it turns out, he has a right cross Tyson Fury would be proud of. The fitness provision here is brilliant – something they've invested in over the past year. And every day, one of us is full of intention for something new. After mastering the paddleboard, James declares he's going to do it every day. When the pool clears for lunchtime and Poppy finds some space to actually swim, she decides she's going to smash out 20 lengths a day, and inspired by AMRAP, I talk the girls into devising a daily session once we get home in an attempt to do a bit more cardio. For a family that generally likes to do very little on holiday, I'm pleasantly surprised to find we all have a fondness for fitness. And all that hard work means I can slurp another mojito. Book the holiday Neilson offers seven nights on club board at the Messini Beach Club near Kalamata, Peloponnese, Greece, from £1,467pp based on a family of four sharing and departing from Stansted on August 24. Includes transfers, kids' clubs, activities, and expert tuition. Birmingham and Manchester flights also available.
