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Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Yahoo
Aussie's rare 10-minute encounter left tourists 'completely blow away'
In 17 years of swimming alongside humpback whales in Tonga, Tris has witnessed just about everything – mothers guiding their calves, thunderous breaches, curious eyes peeking from the roaring waves of Ha'apai. But nothing prepared her for what she saw on a recent drive. Originally from Yallingup, in the southwest of Western Australia, Tris has run her business from the Pacific Island nation for almost two decades. There, she leads tours through the surrounding waters, giving travellers the rare chance to swim alongside some of the ocean's most awe-inspiring giants. For most people, swimming beside humpback whales, which are known to grow up to 18 metres long and weigh 40 tonnes, is a rare enough experience. But swimming beside a "porcelain, pure-white" coloured calf? That's practically unheard of, Tris said in an interview with Yahoo News Australia. "It was like a dream," she said of the September encounter. "I just felt like I was holding my breath. I've swum with thousands and thousands of whales and calves, and to me, it didn't seem real." "I couldn't help thinking it was more precious than everything else." Due to the genetic mutations that cause their lack of pigmentation, white whales are extremely uncommon. True albinism is the result of a recessive gene that both parents must carry — a rare combination in wild populations. Leucism, another condition that causes pale or patchy colouring, is also unusual and not well understood in whales, making this experience all the more extraordinary. At the time, Tris had heard reports that an all-white calf was swimming in the area with its mother, while a friend spotted another in Vavaʻu, about 100 nautical miles north. Tris said she'd never seen an albino herself, despite her years of experience, yet suddenly, she was confronted with two young albino females. Initially there was speculation the pair might have been confused as the same individual, but "after analysing photos of the mothers", she "knew we were dealing with two separate calves" in the region. Tris, of Whale Discoveries, was initially hesitant about taking guests to swim with the baby. "I was very aware of the pressure this whale may have encountered or may encounter in the future with people's desire to swim with it," she said. But eventually, she decided she would take a group, but only for a maximum of 10 minutes. "They were completely blown away, even seeing the whale from above the water," she recalled. "We discussed whether we should get in with it or not, ethically. We decided on a quick swim, and they were so grateful and appreciative. "They realised how rare it was. We have strict regulations in Tonga, and we abided by them, but we were extra careful with the white baby." Reflecting on the magical moment she spent with the calf, made even more emotional after having lost her own son, Tris described the encounter as "just indescribably beautiful". "I kind of had expectations that it might behave differently. But in actual fact, mum and baby just acted like any normal mum and baby. We saw it breaching with its mum, playing. It approached us like any other calf might do. The immaculate state of her, no scratches, no cuts. Just pure pristine white. "When she came really close, I looked at her and saw her bloodstained eye. That's when we knew it was true albinism." This week, another white calf was spotted off the NSW Mid North Coast, prompting Tris to reach out to share her remarkable experience and help spark greater interest in these rare sightings. Earlier this month, a white whale was spotted off the Queensland coast near K'gari, generating further excitement. For Tris, she believes it's "definitely possible there's some family connection" to Migaloo, the famous albino humpback first detected in 1991. He was seen frequently over the decades, and very likely mated and produced several generations of offspring, but since 2020, he has seemingly vanished. 🌏 Alarming map surrounding Australia highlights growing danger to whales 📸 Incredible whale spotted just metres from shore thrills tourists 😳 Disturbing photos emerge of famous orcas linked to 'dangerous myth' Though there's no way to tell if any of the recent whale sightings are in any way connected, experts say Migaloo's "genes are still out there". "We haven't proven that Migaloo isn't around anymore — he may have made it to the east coast of Australia the year before, then returned to Tonga to birth the white calf we saw," Tris suggested. "He had a long breeding history, so he may have fathered the calves we're now seeing in Tonga. If the genetics are stretching across the Tongan whales, that's an interesting thought." Love Australia's weird and wonderful environment? 🐊🦘😳 Get our new newsletter showcasing the week's best stories.
Cosmopolitan
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Ginny and Georgia season 3: Who plays Tris? Meet Noah Lamanna
Ginny & Georgia is back and (quite possibly) better than ever as season three finally arrived on our Netflix screens late last week. Amongst all the drama (read: Georgia on trial for murder), there's also been new romances, plenty of surprises and some new cast members too. One of two main new arrivals for this season is Noah Lamanna, who plays Tris, Abby's love interest. Curious to know more? Then consider this everything you need to know on new Ginny & Georgia character Tris. Tris is first introduced in episode two of the new series, as one of Marcus' skateboarding acquaintances. We then meet Tris again in episode four, after Abby is told by her mum she's been signed up for tutoring lessons. Given a tough couple of months, Abby's grades have slipped and her mum is determined to help her out. Abby begins working with Tris and soon finds herself developing feelings for her tutor. Tris is played by 34-year-old Noah Lamanna. And this isn't the first time you've seen Noah on your screens already this year. The actor, who uses the pronouns they/them, has already appeared in season two of The Last of Us earlier this year. Noah played Kat, who Ellie had a brief fling with, and is a member of the town who often goes on patrol alongside Joel, Ellie and Dina. They previously spoke about working with the cast, describing the 'out of body' experience they had when geting ready on set with Pedro Pascal, who plays Joel, and Bella Ramsey who plays Ellie. Speaking to Get Out Mag, Noah said: "Bella and Pedro were both there. They were in costume, talking to each other in character in rehearsal, and I had an out of body moment watching them, thinking, 'Oh, wait, I watched the show. How did I get here?' Sort of looking around and thinking, 'This doesn't make sense. Why am I in the show that I watched? How did I get teleported here?' It was something that I've not experienced before. I have been in shows before that I watched. But that was very specifically impactful." Noah, who has been acting since 2012 has also had roles in series such as The Umbrella Academy, EZRA, The Ghost Writer, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and Beacon 23. Noah announced they were taking part in Ginny & Georgia season three back in September 2024 when they shared the casting announcement on their Instagram, captioning it: "Excited for a new school year 🛹 ☺️." While speaking to Get Out, Noah emphasised how lovely the whole cast were when they joined in the third season. "It was really lovely working with that cast. They were also welcoming. We had a lot of fun together. I was really grateful to just be embraced and brought in like that in the third season," they told the publication. "It seemed like a seamless transition. It was nice having a thorough arc throughout the show. To really get comfortable and know everybody and have a place to play. That was really nice." Noah also revealed they took skateboarding lessons in order to become more like their character of Tris. Ginny and Georgia season three is available on Netflix now
Daily Record
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Sci-fi fans have just days to watch huge film before it leaves BBC iPlayer for good
A beloved dystopian saga is slipping away from BBC iPlayer soon, leaving fans with a fleeting chance to revisit a world where society's rigid lines blur. A gem of dystopian cinema that had a legion of fans in the 2010s is leaving BBC iPlayer in the next few days, giving audiences a last chance to catch up on a beloved film series. Insurgent (2015) is the second instalment of the Divergent trilogy - based on Veronica Roth's book in which society is divided into factions based on human virtues, and teenagers must choose which faction to join. Tris Prior, a member of the selfless Abnegation faction, discovers she is Divergent, meaning she possesses traits of multiple factions and is a threat to the rigid system. She joins Dauntless, learns to trust the mysterious Four, and uncovers a conspiracy to destroy Divergents, leading her to question her identity and loyalty as she fights for survival against a powerful system. Insurgent follows Tris and Four as the faction system is crumbling. They then must uncover what Tris' family sacrificed to protect and why the Erudite faction is so determined to stop them. Tris grapples with her past, confronts her inner demons, and embraces her "Divergence" in the face of escalating conflict and new discoveries. The books were already an established success among young adult audiences when Divergent, Insurgent and Allegiant were adapted into films. With a cast led by Golden Globes, Emmy and BAFTA-nominated actress Shailene Woodley and Emmy nominee Theo James, Insurgent also boasts names like Kate Winslet, Miles Teller, Ansel Elgort, Octavia Spencer, Zoe Kravitz, Naomi Watts, Suki Waterhouse and Ashley Judd in its cast list. Critics on reviewing platform Rotten Tomatoes generally criticise Insurgent for not holding up the hype built up by its predecessor, but also point out some of the film's strong suits. 'I liked the series from the beginning and the development of the characters and turns in the story', one wrote. 'Moments that the protagonists faced seem fresh and new with innocence contrasted by grief, loss, yet fierce pursuit for justice against a system that is oppressive. The scenery, cinematography, music seemed so futuristic and non-time based to be transported to a different place'. 'I started to watch this series again and it still holds up today', another commented. 'This second instalment of the series builds off the first in a great and unique way'. Insurgent is followed by Allegiant (2016), and, collectively, the three films have grossed over $765 million in box offices worldwide. If you plan on binge-watching the Divergent series, Insurgent (2015) will be available on BBC iPlayer until June 9th.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
One Car Flame Retardant TCEP Deemed Carcinogenic: ICMR to NGT
New Delhi: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has submitted its response to National Green Tribunal (NGT) concerning the presence of potentially carcinogenic chemicals in car interiors. The response comes in the wake of a study published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology, which found that several cars contain flame retardant chemicals considered potentially carcinogenic—specifically, Tris (1-chloro-isopropyl) phosphate (TCIPP), Tris (1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate (TDCIPP), and Tris (2-chloroethyl) phosphate (TCEP). Of these, the ICMR has recognised TCEP as a carcinogen. The ICMR's report, dated May 22, referenced several leading international agencies, including International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) under the World Health Organisation, United States Environmental Protection Agency (US-EPA), US National Toxicology Program (US-NTP), and European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). These organisations have published systematic reviews identifying carcinogenic chemicals to which humans may be exposed through ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo ICMR stated that, according to IARC, the chemicals are classified into different groups based on the strength of evidence—human carcinogen, probable carcinogen, possible carcinogen, and unclassified. "As of today, only one of the compounds, namely TCEP, qualifies for any of these categories, specifically Group 3 (unclassified carcinogen), while the other two chemicals, namely TDCIPP and TCIPP, do not appear on the list. In addition to the above, it is humbly submitted that India follows the World Health Organisation-IARC on carcinogens," stated ICMR. "India follows the WHO-IARC classification on carcinogens," the ICMR stated in its submission. Additionally, ICMR offered to conduct a systematic review of existing scientific literature on the carcinogenic potential of these compounds if the NGT requires it. While the council has the laboratory expertise and equipment to test biological samples such as blood for traces of these chemicals, it clarified that it does not have the mandate or technical capacity to analyse environmental samples like air from car interiors. "Detection of TCIPP, TDCIPP, and their metabolites in biological samples can be carried out, especially for individuals regularly exposed to enclosed car environments," ICMR noted.
Forbes
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
Fiat Channels Its Inner Piaggio Ape With Its Electric Last-Mile Tris
Fiat Professional has trodden on Piaggio's toes with its Tris electric last-mile commercial vehicle. ... More Photo: Fiat Professional. Fiat Professional has trodden on Italian automotive iconography with its Tris electric three-wheeler concept for Africa and the Middle East. The Tris clearly owes its design roots with the long-running Piaggio Ape (pronounced 'ah-pay'), which is Italian for 'bee'. Designed by its Centro Stile design studio, the Tris is Fiat's attempt at solving the last-mile delivery problem, using small, nimble commercial vehicles - much like the Piaggio Ape has done since 1948, and still does. Piaggio has been making the three-wheeled Ape commercial vehicle in Rome since 1948. Photographer: ... More Alessia Pierdomenico/Bloomberg Piaggio offers the Ape 50 (with a 49.8 cubic centimeter petrol engine) and the Ape TM, with a 218cc petrol or a 422cc diesel engine, and they can carry up to 1,775lb while sipping at a rate of 71mpg. A cult icon, Piaggio even had a racing version of the Ape, dubbed the Ape Proto. The Piaggio Ape was designed to navigate medieval Italian cityscapes. Photo: Wolfgang ... More Kaehler/LightRocket via Getty Images. The difference is that the Fiat Tris is, the company claims, electric, with zero local emissions. The Tris isn't just a concept, though, and is headed to Italian production for African and Middle Eastern markets at what Fiat claims is an affordable price. It can be charged from any domestic power point, and has a built-in 220-Volt plug, with an integrated charging system.
