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Perth Now
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Corey Taylor hails Black Sabbath for providing a 'blueprint' for heavy metal rockers
Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor says that Black Sabbath provided the "blueprint" for other heavy metal acts. The Paranoid rockers – fronted by Ozzy Osbourne – will play their final gig at the Back to the Beginning concert at Birmingham's Villa Park on Saturday (05.07.25) and Taylor has hailed the band as pioneers of the genre. Corey told BBC News: "Sabbath gave us the blueprint, Sabbath gave us the recipe. They gave us the cookbook, man. "The mystique was in the lyrics. It was in the sound. It was in the way that everything was just a little darker." Taylor describes Black Sabbath's eponymous track – which was released on the band's debut album in 1970 – as "one of the scariest songs I've ever heard" and plays the record whenever he "wants to go someplace mentally". The 51-year-old musician said: "I don't have to look for, you know, (The Omen's) Damien Thorn. I don't have to look for Mercyful Fate. "I go back to the beginning. I go back to Black Sabbath, the song and the rest is history." The rockers are bowing out in fitting style in their home city of Birmingham and Corey thinks that the area has been a key influence on their work – just as the US state of Iowa has been for Slipknot. He said: "One hundred per cent Iowa is the reason why Slipknot was Slipknot and the Midlands are absolutely the reason Sabbath was Sabbath. "You are where you come from." Halestorm are amongst the plethora of acts performing at Black Sabbath's farewell concert and frontwoman Lzzy Hale claims that she would not be the artist she is today without the influence of The Wizard rockers. She explained: "For whatever reason Black Sabbath caught me early on and it was something that I didn't even know how to describe, but I understood it." Lzzy says it was inconceivable for her to be sharing the bill with Black Sabbath for their final gig – which will see the original line-up of Ozzy, Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi and Bill Ward perform together for the first time in 20 years. She said: "(It) wasn't even on my bucket list of dreams, because it was an indefatigable dream to even consider because it was impossible."
Time Business News
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Time Business News
Shabbat Dinner Recipes: A Guide to Flavor, Faith, and Family
Shabbat is not just a day of rest—it is a time to reflect, connect, and celebrate. Each week, Jewish families around the world gather to usher in the Sabbath with warmth and love. The centerpiece of this celebration? A beautifully prepared Shabbat dinner recipes. From traditional dishes passed down for generations to modern twists on old favorites, Shabbat dinner recipes help bring heart and holiness to the table. Whether you're hosting guests or preparing a quiet family meal, this guide will walk you through delicious and meaningful recipes perfect for Friday night. Shabbat begins at sundown on Friday and ends at nightfall on Saturday. During this time, work pauses. Phones are put away. The noise of everyday life fades. Families gather around the table, light candles, and recite blessings over wine and challah. Food plays a powerful role in this sacred rhythm—feeding the body and the soul. In today's fast-paced world, finding balance between parenting, home life, and spiritual growth can be a daily challenge—especially for Orthodox Jewish women. That's where Between Carpools enters the picture: a warm, practical, and faith-filled lifestyle hub that serves as a daily companion 'between carpools.' Created by women who truly live the experience, it blends guidance on parenting, kosher cooking, modest fashion, and faith—all in one place. When it comes to Shabbat dinner recipes, Between Carpools offers easy, tested, and family-approved options that even busy moms can manage. Their recipes are designed for real kitchens, real families, and real life. Let's explore some traditional dishes that make every Shabbat table special: Ingredients: 4 cups flour 1 packet yeast 1/4 cup sugar 1 tsp salt 1 egg 1/4 cup oil 1 cup warm water Mix, knead, let rise, then braid and bake. The smell alone invites the spirit of Shabbat into your home. A warm bowl of chicken soup is comforting and classic. Simmer chicken, carrots, celery, and onions. Add matzo balls made with matzo meal, eggs, oil, and a bit of seltzer for fluffiness. Brisket is a crowd-pleaser. Season with garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add onions and carrots. Bake low and slow until tender. Grate potatoes and onions, mix with eggs and seasoning, and bake until golden. Serve hot and crispy. This sweet carrot dish includes dried fruits, honey, and sometimes beef. It's a colorful, festive side. Looking for something new? Here are modern twists you'll love: Glaze salmon fillets with pomegranate molasses, garlic, and honey. Bake until flaky. It's light, elegant, and festive. Swap out meat for a healthy vegetarian option. Mix quinoa, sautéed veggies, and spices. Stuff into bell peppers and bake. Lower the carbs without sacrificing taste. Sauté riced cauliflower with onions, garlic, and herbs. Spiralized zucchini, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, and fresh basil make a great starter or side dish. Making Shabbat dinner family-friendly helps kids feel included: Let kids help braid the challah. Serve chicken nuggets made from kosher breast meat. Try mini potato kugel muffins for easy serving. Make grape juice mocktails for a fun 'Kiddush' moment. Prepare simple desserts like chocolate-covered pretzels. Between Carpools shares plenty of kid-friendly meal plans and easy prep hacks to involve little hands in the kitchen. No Shabbat dinner is complete without dessert. Try one of these: Slice apples, mix with cinnamon and sugar, and top with an oat-based crumble. Bake until bubbly. Traditionally served on Rosh Hashanah, this moist cake also fits perfectly with Shabbat's theme of sweetness. Rich, chocolatey, and deeply satisfying. Make one ahead and slice after the meal. Create a peaceful, beautiful space with small touches: Use a white tablecloth Set the silver candlesticks early Lay out a challah cover Add fresh flowers Use your best dishes—even for a small gathering Your table sets the mood for a restful evening. Preparing Shabbat dinner doesn't have to be stressful. Follow these tips: Cook in advance: Prepare soups, kugels, and desserts on Thursday. Freeze what you can: Some dishes freeze beautifully, like challah or brisket. Create a checklist: Plan the menu, grocery list, and timing. Use slow cookers: They keep food warm without breaking Shabbat rules. Share the load: Let family members help set the table or pour drinks. Between Carpools offers weekly Shabbat prep checklists and printable planners to keep you organized. Repeating the same recipes weekly can feel tiring. Rotate menus. Try seasonal ingredients. Focus on simple but meaningful traditions. Invite friends. Light candles slowly. Sing songs. Ask everyone to share one thing they're grateful for. Shabbat is not just about food—it's about presence. Shabbat dinner is a celebration of tradition, family, and peace. Whether you follow age-old recipes or try something new, the heart behind the meal is what matters most. With guidance from trusted resources like Between Carpools, preparing for Shabbat becomes manageable and meaningful—even in the busiest households. Shabbat dinner recipes, tips, and community support help bring joy to your table every Friday night. So light the candles, pour the wine, and serve with love. Shabbat Shalom! TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Ozzy Osbourne announces new music plans beyond final gig in unexpected move
EXCLUSIVE: Ozzy Osbourne has plans that go beyond the final Black Sabbath gig - despite announcing that he will be retiring after the band's last ever performance Ozzy Osbourne has insisted his final live show next weekend won't be the end of his career - and he is not the only band member struggling to be ready for the final Black Sabbath gig. The singer, 76, revealed in a new interview he still has projects he hopes to complete despite his Parkinson's disease. Ozzy told Metal Hammer magazine: 'I am very blessed to say my goodbyes with the help of so many amazing musicians and friends. From the late 60s, we are probably one of the only bands where the original members are still alive and speaking with one another, as my wife says, it's an invisible bond that can't be broken.' He added: 'I still enjoy doing my own work. I also enjoy singing on other people's work. For the foreseeable future, I will keep on recording if the projects interest me. It's very important.' But Ozzy is not the only Black Sabbath member needing to prepare hard for their final show next weekend at Villa Park, called Back To The Beginning. Drummer Bill Ward hasn't played a stadium gig for many years. He is building up to what will be a physically demanding performance next weekend, in his late 70s. He said: 'I played for two hours yesterday, very loud. I'm doing sparring, boxing that keeps my upper body fit.' Asked for the other reason why he is returning to the band he says 'They're still my brothers. They'll always be my brothers. It doesn't matter how much we argue. I grew up with them. I love them.' Bill added: 'Black Sabbath was the best thing that ever happened to me. My life would have been terrible otherwise I was a lost kid in my teenage years, all I could identify with was drums and rock and roll.' Speaking from his home in Southern California, he added: 'I knew we were good from the first time we played with each other, I had this feeling inside that we could do something bold and strange and could do a lot of damage and change things and propel us into a different dimension. And we did.' Bass player Geezer Butler told Metal Hammer magazine: 'I wouldn't have contemplated it without Bill. The whole point of this last show was to finish with the original four of us playing together.' Guitarist Tony Iommi added: 'For me, it's all over with Sabbath. We'll do this and then that's it. 'How do I want to be remembered? For what we brought to the table. For bringing the music out and inspiring other bands to build on it.' Ozzy and Black Sabbath will headline their final gig on July 5th at Villa Park in Birmingham, as part of an event titled "Back To The Beginning". This show will reunite the original band members – Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward – for the first time in 20 years. The band played its "last" gig in 2017 in Birmingham with Osborne, guitarist Iommi and bassist Butler but without Ward on drums. Ozzy, who is suffering from Parkinson's disease, told last month how he has been having physical therapy and training with a trainer virtually living with him in Los Angeles in a bid to get him fit enough to perform on stage after a catalogue of illnesses. Ozzy's wife Sharon said: 'Ozzy's working with his therapist every single day. He's doing really well, actually. Ozzy's number one thing in life is his fans, so he's working hard to be ready for them, to make this show the perfect way to end things.'
Metro
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Iconic singer pulls out of final Black Sabbath show after scheduling conflict
American rock icon Wolfgang Van Halen has been forced to pull out of a performance at Black Sabbath's farewell show due to a scheduling conflict. The multi-instrumentalist had been included as a part of the original line-up for Sabbath's 'Back to the Beginning' concert. Playing in Villa Park, Birmingham on July 5, the event reunites the original Black Sabbath line-up of Ozzy Osbourne, Tommy Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward for their final performance together. Joining the Brum-based band at the sold-out event are Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Gojira, Halestorm, Alice in Chains, Lamb of God, Mastodon and Rival Sons. Additional performances will include fellow rock legends Tom Morello, Fred Durst, Steven Tyler and Soundgarden. However, one music giant who won't be joining Sabbath is 34-year-old Wolfgang Van Halen, who has had to back out due to a scheduling conflict with another major rock tour. In an interview with Detroit's Meltdown on 101 WRIF, Wolfgang explained what had happened. 'I, unfortunately, had to back out because the Creed tour starts the day after, and I wouldn't be able to pull it off — unfortunately. I'm very excited to watch it, but I unfortunately had to back out,' he said. Instead, Wolfgang and his band – American rockers Mammoth – will support Creed from July 9 in Lexington, Kentucky. Wolfgang was then asked which of the band's guitarists was his favourite. He replied: 'I'm really bad at picking, 'cause that almost implies you don't like another one in comparison. 'And I feel like Randy [Rhoads] was amazing, but you can't not give cred to [Black Sabbath's] Tony [Iommi] being the legend and groundbreaking genre creator he was — and is. So I love 'em all. That's not the answer you wanna hear.' Wolfgang is himself the son of one of the greatest rock stars and guitarists of all time – Eddie Van Halen, who died from cancer in October 2020. Born in 1991 to Eddie and Food Network star Valerie Bertinelli, Wolfgang went on to follow his father's footsteps, performing as Van Halen's bassist between 2007 and 2020. He also performed with the heavy metal band Tremonti from 2012 to 2016, and founded his own group – Mammoth – in 2015. Asked if his dad had taught him any 'tricks,' Wolfgang replied: 'He would be the one to tell you he was a really bad teacher. I think just being around it and being in the environment, I'm just more interested in it. By osmosis, so to speak.' Wolfgang may not be able to make his performance at Black Sabbath's farewell show, but the Paranoid hitmakers will have plenty of support from their peers in the rock world. Hosted by Game of Thrones star Jason Momoa, the show will feature performances from a supergroup of musicians, including Guns N' Roses, Tool, and Rival Sons. Those hoping to catch a glimpse of history can also tune in via a global livestream, beginning at 3pm BST on July 5. Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy announced the gig on February 5, saying: 'It's my time to go Back to the Beginning… time for me to give back to the place where I was born. More Trending 'How blessed am I to do it with the help of people whom I love. Birmingham is the true home of metal. Birmingham Forever.' This will likely mark the Prince of Darkness's final performance, following his Parkinson's diagnosis in 2020. Speaking on Radio X Classic Rock, wife Sharon said: 'It's very emotional but very happy. It's time for Ozzy to say goodnight to everybody, and what better way to do it than to do it surrounded by your friends, your family, and back to the beginning – the place where he was born – in Aston.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Legendary rockstar finally becomes Irish citizen after living in country for 62 years MORE: Bad Company star Mick Ralphs dies aged 81 as bandmates pay tribute MORE: All the rumoured secret sets at Glastonbury 2025 from Pulp to Lewis Capaldi
Spectator
18-06-2025
- Politics
- Spectator
Is nothing private any more?
A few years ago, when I taught at university, a student who lived with their parents told me they had argued with their mother about what they described as 'queer identity'. The student had secretly recorded the argument and wondered what I thought about them using it for a piece of writing. I think their assumption was that because I'm a journalist I would embrace the idea. I did not. How did the UK become a place where young people think it's permissible to record a relative at home and make that recording public? Why has privacy been so easily discarded, and why have people welcomed its demise so they can control the behaviour of others? My assumption was that Strangers and Intimates would focus on recent decades and technology – with the erasure of privacy stemming from people having the means of surveillance to counter behaviour they think should be punished. But Tiffany Jenkins goes deeper than that, telling the story from the Reformation onwards, examining why people intruded on privacy long before the internet age, and why others fought for it: The fact is, we are all different in private. We may not be our best selves when we shut the door. We misspeak, we think the unthinkable, we let off steam, we rant and we rave, and we say and do stupid things. Privacy conceals harmful behaviour and impedes accountability, and yet we all require that place away from public view. That tension, between wanting to be left unchecked to behave as feels human vs the desire of society to protect people from harmful behaviour and accountability, is what drives Jenkins's book. In early 17th-century England, courts punished behaviour such as adultery, sex outside marriage, drinking in alehouses during church service and dancing on the Sabbath. They 'relied upon members of the community to police each other', Jenkins writes. As well as religious control, she tackles the impact of feminism, the more recent hawking of our private lives – Prince Harry and Big Brother get a mention – and the clampdown on freedoms. The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act 2021 makes it illegal to say something even at home that could stir up hatred against people with protected characteristics: This is a historic change. Since the 17th century, it has been accepted that there is a crucial distinction between what a person says or thinks in private and their public speech, a demarcation between private life and public life. Only totalitarian governments ignored that. Jenkins takes care to remind us why privacy has been invaded, from a law against incest introduced in the 1600s to the killing of seven-year-old Marie Colwell in 1973 by her stepfather and the increased intervention that followed. But she also mentions the 'removal of 121 children from their parents in Cleveland in 1987, based on later disproved allegations of sexual and Satanic abuse'. So there is a line – but where to draw it? It has been misjudged many times, whether by a student recording a parent, Boris Johnson's neighbours revealing his quarrel with his partner over spilled wine (an example Jenkins refers to), or those online warriors who expose private messages with 'got receipts' chutzpah but show no awareness of the broader damage they are doing for a petty win. I grew up in the 1980s and 1990s, before email. Letters were private. Even when I started using email, at university and then work in the early 2000s, it was regarded as private. It was only when an infamous email (I won't mention the name, for privacy's sake) went viral that we realised the risk. Now we know emails are not private, so we're careful – the same as we are in all our messages and in our behaviour. We are always being monitored, so act accordingly. Towards the end of Strangers and Intimates Jenkins writes: The divide between public and private… has dissolved. The two realms have become indistinguishable, leading to confusion about the rules governing each and preventing the realisation of their respective benefits. For years it felt shocking that so many turned against free expression, and it seemed impossible that the tide could turn back again. But that tide has shifted a bit. Maybe the erosion of privacy could also be reversed, so we can behave in the more human way, as we once did. This book might be a start.
