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CBC
17-07-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Search for B.C.'s Best Symbol: Round 1— Provincial
Historically, a society's most important symbols often started with a concrete purpose. "The need to authenticate documents is when we start to see great seals representing particular governments," said Forrest Pass, a curator at Library and Archives Canada. "You need a means of distinguishing soldiers on one side from soldiers on the other, and that's when we start to see coats of arms and badges and flags." British Columbia's flag was created in 1960, but its history goes much further than that. It derives from its coat of arms, which was designed in 1895, and features a Union Jack on one half and a setting sun against the ocean waves on the other. "The persistence of imperial British emblems seems to loom larger and last longer in British Columbia than other parts of Canada," said Pass, noting it goes right to the very name of the province itself. "In all cultures, all communities, symbols are contested and a source of debate. And perhaps certain symbols have been even more contested in B.C. than they have been elsewhere in the country." British Columbia's flag is arguably its most "official" symbol, and the one used most to define where we are. But is it our best symbol? What will advance to Round 2? In the Search for B.C.'s Best Symbol, the flag is one of 16 symbols we included in the provincial section of the competition. It includes other provincial graphic designs (highway signs and "N" license plate stickers), regional signifiers (Ogopogo and Okanagan wine), images associated with the West Coast more than others in Canada (umbrellas and logging trucks), and much more. Voting will take place over several weeks. A series of one-on-one matchups will narrow the number of symbols from 64 to 32, 32 to 16, and eventually down to one champion: Animals (voting takes place on Mondays). Nature (voting takes place on Tuesdays). Coastal (voting takes place on Wednesdays). Provincial (voting takes place on Thursdays). While the Union Jack is the part of the flag that serves as the strongest link to British Columbia's past, Pass thinks the other half of the flag is just as noteworthy. "The flag is so bright and the sun is so recognizable," he said. "Symbols that are so specific to a region and particular place do help them to resonate." Voting is open until 10 p.m. Pacific time on Wednesday.
CTV News
14-07-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Tariffs, trade, and agriculture: CK Councillor discusses important topics in the U.S.
Canadian and American flags fly near the Ambassador Bridge at the Canada-USA border crossing in Windsor, Ont. on Saturday, March 21, 2020. The federal government appears to have relaxed restrictions at the Canada-U.S. border that would have made it impossible for first-year university students from the United States to enter the country. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Rob Gurdebeke
Fox News
04-07-2025
- Business
- Fox News
Sewn with pride: Flag factory gears up for 250th anniversary of nation
Kansas City, MO – With Independence Day and the United States' 250th anniversary just a year away, one Missouri company is stitching its way into history. Allied Materials, based in Kansas City, has been manufacturing since 1951. The company now builds about 1,000 flags per day, with many destined for military funerals, government buildings and patriotic front porches nationwide. "This is kind of our Christmas," said Tyler Young, president of Allied Materials. "We start preparing months in advance, building extra inventory because we know this is the weekend Americans will show their patriotism most fervently." The company is the largest vertically integrated flag manufacturer in the U.S., producing over 300,000 flags per year for federal agencies alone — including the U.S. Senate, the Department of Defense and military bases around the world. "We make federal government-compliant flags," Young said. "That means every single component is sourced in America — from the cotton seed to the dyed fabric. There are no corners cut, no costs spared. It truly is the best flag you can put in front of your home." Each flag begins with American-grown cotton or nylon, which is dyed, rolled and cut into stripes. Those are sewn together in Kansas City and joined with embroidered star fields made in the company's Louisiana facility. Every flag is inspected and trimmed before the final touch: metal grommets that make them ready to fly. "From start to finish, that flag may only take a couple hours," Young said. "But the purpose it serves lasts a lifetime." For many of Allied's employees, that purpose is personal. "These people work really hard," said longtime machine technician Terry Walker. "Every fallen veteran gets one of these flags. And it's an honor to work here." Young said that seriousness is shared company-wide. "The next time someone sees this flag, it may be draped over a veteran's coffin. It needs to be perfect. We owe it to that soldier and their family to honor their sacrifice." As the U.S. looks ahead to its semiquincentennial in 2026, Allied is preparing for what could be the largest flag-flying event in American history. "We're starting our marketing plan now and building inventory this fall," Young said. "We want to be ready for everyone — whether they're a homeowner looking to fly a flag or a government agency planning a ceremony. We'll be here." According to STG Logistics, roughly 94% of American flags sold in the U.S. are made domestically — a point of pride for Young, especially as recent tariffs on imports disrupted global supply chains. "When other suppliers were hit by tariffs, we weren't," he said. "It was actually kind of fun to call our customers and say, 'Today you're getting a call from an American manufacturer who makes American-made products with American raw materials.'" Allied's flags range in size from two feet by three feet up to ten by fifteen, and each one meets federal standards for stitching, star size and durability — whether it's headed to a front yard or the steps of the Capitol. "A flag isn't just a product," Young said. "It's a symbol of our nation's history — and of everyone who's been part of the fabric of this country." All images and information were captured during a site visit to Allied Materials, a flag manufacturing facility based in Kansas City, Missouri.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The best and funniest flags so far at Glastonbury Festival 2025
GLASTONBURY Festival is known mainly for three things: music, contributions to charity and flags - here's the best and funniest flags so far. The music is obviously the main aspect that people go to Glastonbury for, but another small factor that people look out for are the fun and quirky flags that people bring along. READ MORE: Glastonbury Flags 2024: The best and funniest flags READ MORE: Glastonbury Festival 2025 Live - Saturday news and updates Whether they are there to make people laugh or to show off a great design, there are plenty of highlights to pick from. Up first, we have a couple, specifically the one in the middle, which reads 'Disco: flag for life' in reference to 'Tesco: Bag for life' (other shops are available). And we also have the 'Get Naked' flag, which Rizzle Kicks star, Jordan Stephens, said was his favourite during his set on the Other Stage. Thousands of people getting ready to watch Rizzle Kicks at Glastonbury Festival. (Image: Harry Mockridge/Newsquest) Someone has a great flag with the same screaming face all over it - not sure if this is a celebrity or just someone at the festival, but it's funny either way. That flag is also below a Palestinian Flag, which is frequently seen around Worthy Farm, as well as other national flags. A screaming face flag has been paired with a Palestinian Flag at this year's Glastonbury Festival. (Image: Harry Mockridge/Newsquest) One for the Guinness fans here, 'That's an absolute creamer' was pulled out during Lewis Capaldi's not-so-secret set on the Pyramid Stage. 'That's an absolute creamer' - Guinness drinkers unite. (Image: Harry Mockridge/Newsquest) Someone has a 'teach dogs missionary' green flag. What's wrong with doggy style? Teach dogs missionary - instead of what?? (Image: Harry Mockridge/Newsquest) An absolute classic that has been spotted at Glastonbury Festival in the past, the ID of the 'McLovin' character from Superbad has been immortalised in flag form. Recognise this fake ID? (Image: Harry Mockridge/Newsquest) The recently passed TV personality, Kim Woodburn, lives on at this year's Glastonbury Festival. this has absolutely creased me, best flag of today #glastonbury — emily (@colbridgey) June 27, 2025 And now a hard-hitting flag. The yellow ribbon and Nova have been spotted at this year's festival. It stands for those murdered who are now flying high at Glastonbury. Gone but not forgotten. 🎗️The yellow ribbon for the hostages and the Nova flag for those murdered there are flying high at Glastonbury. Bless the soul who bravely stood against the tide and proudly made everyone see. h/t @HertfordshireI — Heidi Bachram 🎗️ (@HeidiBachram) June 27, 2025 For those who know Max and Paddy (Peter Kay and Paddy McGuinness) - you'll love this one. Greatest #Glastonbury flag ever 👏 — Max and Paddy Quotes (@maxandpaddyline) June 28, 2025 We're keeping our eyes peeled for more Glastonbury flags and will update you if we find any better ones.
The Standard
27-06-2025
- General
- The Standard
China confirms trade deal reached with United States
China's and U.S.' flags are seen printed on paper in this illustration taken January 27, 2022. REUTERS
