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Hans India
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Sadaa slams human cruelty towards tiger, calls for empathy and respect for wildlife
Actress-turned-wildlife photographer Sadaa expressed outrage on Saturday over a disturbing video showing a group of people pelting stones at a tiger that was calmly walking away. Sharing the clip on her Instagram, Sadaa wrote a heartfelt note condemning the insensitivity and reckless behavior of those involved, stating she felt 'ashamed to bear the label of hopeless humanity.' 'The deep sense of regret over humanity's impact on the planet and its inhabitants haunts me,' she wrote. 'It's appalling how we destroy our harmonious relationship with nature and other species, all while many remain disturbingly apathetic.' Calling for greater empathy and responsibility, Sadaa added, 'The solution seems simple: empathy, responsibility & understanding—yet it's a change that feels impossibly distant.' She revealed that the video was a forward and the incident reportedly occurred in Maharashtra. Deeply affected by the behavior seen in the clip, Sadaa extended an apology 'to every species but our own' for what she described as humanity's insensitivity and selfishness. Sadaa, who was once a top star in Tamil and Telugu cinema, has reinvented herself as a passionate wildlife photographer and activist. On World Wildlife Day, she had earlier drawn attention for her insightful post about what humans could learn from animals, particularly on the subject of consent. Using the example of a peacock's courtship ritual, she had written, 'Consent is everything. The peahen retains full control over her choices—only when impressed, mating occurs.' Her message highlighted how nature offers valuable lessons in mutual respect and boundaries. Sadaa continues to use her platform to raise awareness about the need for compassion and respect toward wildlife, urging society to reflect and reform its treatment of the natural world.
The Hindu
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
The Hindu wins in content, marketing and green initiatives at Abby Awards 2025
The Hindu Group made an impact at the Abby Awards 2025, securing accolades across multiple categories that recognise excellence in publishing, content creation, and sustainability. The innovative branded content project 'The Interface' by The Hindu won the bronze award under the category 'Best Use of Native or Branded Content for Client Brand-Marketing by a Publisher'. This project, crafted in collaboration with AMD, was a weekly podcast series that delves into the dynamic technological landscape, offering expert insights and diverse perspectives to deepen listeners' understanding of the technology shaping the future. The Hindu executed this project along with ThinkROI. The Group's city campaign 'Made of Chennai' won silver award for 'Best Marketing of a Printed Newspaper/Edition' under the Publisher Abby category. The campaign successfully deepened local engagement, celebrating the spirit, stories, and people of Chennai through print and on-ground activities. In addition, The Hindu's campaign for World Wildlife Day titled 'The Last Pack' earned a merit position under the Green Awards category. The approach was to offer a glimpse into a possible future, one where readers may no longer be able to enjoy their morning coffee, biriyani made with basmati rice, their favourite evening potato chip snack or beat the summer with a sip of mango juice – because someday, it may be their last pack. With key personalities such as Kiran Bedi, former Lieutenant-Governor of Pondicherry; Supriya Sahu, Additional Chief Secretary, Climate Change and Forests, Tamil Nadu; and Arun Krishnamurthy, founder, Environmentalist Foundation of India, talking about the issue, the campaign highlighted the urgent need for wildlife preservation.
Korea Herald
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
"산시로 가자" Goes Global
XI'AN, China, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a news release from the Shaanxi Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism: As of April 30, 2025, the official English social media accounts of "산시로 가자" have attracted 285K followers worldwide, with over 10 million views and 320K+ engagements (likes, comments, shares, and more). One of the most popular recent posts was a creative, spring-themed video powered by AI technology, which beautifully brought Shaanxi's cultural landmarks to life. In the video, vibrant flowers bloom across iconic buildings, blending tradition with modern technology to showcase the region's springtime charm. The video captivated global audiences — not just with its stunning visuals, but also with the immersive feeling it created, as if viewers were right there. This innovative use of AI helped boost engagement and sparked international interest in visiting Shaanxi. But that's just the beginning. On World Wildlife Day, "산시로 가자" released a striking poster featuring the Four Treasures of the Qinling Mountains — the giant panda, crested ibis, golden snub-nosed monkey, and takin. With its beautiful design and strong environmental message, the poster quickly gained traction among international audiences. Viewers praised the poster for both its artistic quality and its call for wildlife protection. Many commented on the importance of conservation and expressed appreciation for how the design reflected those values. Around the same time, "산시로 가자" also launched themed content for International Women's Day and other global holidays. These efforts combined cultural storytelling with seasonal celebrations, drawing more attention to the account and enriching the variety of content offered to followers. On YouTube, three videos were posted, all showcasing the beauty of Shaanxi in spring. One standout video — created using AI-generated content (AIGC) — used vivid effects to show flowers blooming across Shaanxi's landscapes. The result was a breathtaking, colorful, and energetic portrayal of the province awakening in spring. With creative storytelling, striking visuals, and smart use of emerging technology, "산시로 가자" continues to share the province's natural beauty and deep culture with the world — one post, one video, and one moment at a time.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"산시로 가자" Goes Global
XI'AN, China, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a news release from the Shaanxi Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism: As of April 30, 2025, the official English social media accounts of "산시로 가자" have attracted 285K followers worldwide, with over 10 million views and 320K+ engagements (likes, comments, shares, and more). One of the most popular recent posts was a creative, spring-themed video powered by AI technology, which beautifully brought Shaanxi's cultural landmarks to life. In the video, vibrant flowers bloom across iconic buildings, blending tradition with modern technology to showcase the region's springtime charm. The video captivated global audiences — not just with its stunning visuals, but also with the immersive feeling it created, as if viewers were right there. This innovative use of AI helped boost engagement and sparked international interest in visiting Shaanxi. But that's just the beginning. On World Wildlife Day, "산시로 가자" released a striking poster featuring the Four Treasures of the Qinling Mountains — the giant panda, crested ibis, golden snub-nosed monkey, and takin. With its beautiful design and strong environmental message, the poster quickly gained traction among international audiences. Viewers praised the poster for both its artistic quality and its call for wildlife protection. Many commented on the importance of conservation and expressed appreciation for how the design reflected those values. Around the same time, "산시로 가자" also launched themed content for International Women's Day and other global holidays. These efforts combined cultural storytelling with seasonal celebrations, drawing more attention to the account and enriching the variety of content offered to followers. On YouTube, three videos were posted, all showcasing the beauty of Shaanxi in spring. One standout video — created using AI-generated content (AIGC) — used vivid effects to show flowers blooming across Shaanxi's landscapes. The result was a breathtaking, colorful, and energetic portrayal of the province awakening in spring. With creative storytelling, striking visuals, and smart use of emerging technology, "산시로 가자" continues to share the province's natural beauty and deep culture with the world — one post, one video, and one moment at a time. View original content: SOURCE Shaanxi Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism
Daily Mail
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rachel Riley rocks a colourful knit cardigan and distressed jeans as she steps out in the Manchester sunshine
Rachel Riley 's colourful dressing matched the spring sunshine as she stepped out in Manchester at Media City on Tuesday afternoon. The Countdown star, 39, looked lovely in a chunky patchwork-style knit cardigan, which boasted floral applique all over. Rachel wore the statement piece over a pink vest, which was styled with a pair of distressed ripped jeans and trainers. The TV personality styled her blonde locks in soft waves and opted for a glamorous coat of make-up with a red lip. Rachel accessorised the look with a metallic silver bag and carried her phone in her hand as she walked along in the afternoon sun. The outing comes after she shared a series of bikini-clad snaps as she shared an insight into a past trip with husband Pasha Kovalev. The Countdown star, 39, looked lovely in a chunky patchwork-style knit cardigan, which boasted floral applique all over In celebration of World Wildlife Day in March, Rachel uploaded some photos from Brazil in 2016, with the Strictly Come Dancing star, 45. The couple could be seen enjoying a bike ride, hiking, scuba diving and kayaking after visiting a conservation project in the world's largest wetlands. Rachel wrote: 'It's World Wildlife Day today, which gives me a good excuse to post this pic taken just as Pash was getting bitten by ants when we were in India a few years back! 'You're supposed to tell wildlife conservation success stories today, so it made me think of our first nature trip together, which sparked a whole load of others and is pretty much our favourite way to spend our time. 'Back in 2016 we went to Brazil, and one of the highlights was visiting the Onçafari jaguar conservation project in the world's largest wetlands - The Pantanal.' Rachel continued: 'It was in its infancy then, conservationists had visited Africa, and brought techniques back like staking (already killed in nature) prey out in open spaces vs dense forest. 'So, tourists have more chance of spotting cats returning to the carcass to eat at nightfall, in order to boost eco tourism, collecting data showing jags weren't the culprits eating cattle, and generally that jaguars are more valuable alive than dead. 'As is so much in life, the financial arguments often have more sway than anything else. 'Since then we've been to The Galapagos, Napo Valley in the Amazon Basin, Sri Lanka, India, The Maldives and can honestly say wildlife trips are where our happiest memories are. 'Hopefully more trips to follow when the kids are a bit bigger! (Any suggestions on where and when with them for future are much appreciated!) 'PS sorry for the terrible home videos at the end (Pantanal capybaras, jaguar, giant anteater), I've definitely not missed my calling as a wildlife camerawoman but happy memories nonetheless!' Rachel and Pasha met when they were paired together on Strictly Come Dancing in 2013.
