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CTV News
3 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Hundreds gather at Africville reunion
Hundreds gathered at Halifax's historic Africville community Saturday, in celebration of the 42nd annual Africville reunion.
CBC
22-07-2025
- CBC
Caldwell First Nation to hold first competition pow wow on reserve lands in Leamington
If you've never been to a true pow wow, Caldwell First Nation welcomes you to a special gathering on Aug. 9 and 10. There will even be a free bus tour that will take you from Windsor to the reserve in Leamington. CBC's Dalson Chen reports.
Wall Street Journal
10-07-2025
- General
- Wall Street Journal
A Pocketknife and Bible Songs: How a Family of 9 Escaped the Texas Floodwaters
HUNT, Texas—It was July 3rd and Penny Deupree's house near the Guadalupe River was crowded, just the way she preferred it. Her son Tad and his wife had driven down from Dallas. Two of her granddaughters had joined, too, a husband and boyfriend in tow, along with two great-grandchildren, ages 1 and 3. There were nine of them in all, laughing, grilling and swapping stories on Penny's 1.2-acre grassy patch of paradise in the Hill Country, far from the North Texas sprawl where she had raised her kids.
Daily Mail
10-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Want to wow with your wines at your summer gatherings? Whatever your taste, we round up some high quality, award-winning bottles that are sure to impress your guests (and these options are all UNDER £15!)
From garden BBQs and dinner parties to picnics in the park, summer is the perfect time for a gathering. And when it's your turn to host, it's nice to be able to pull out a great bottle of wine... Asda is the UK's most awarded supermarket for wine across three of the most prestigious industry awards: the International Wine Challenge (IWC), the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC), and the Decanter World Wine Awards. In fact, across the three major wine competitions, Asda has received more awards than Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's, Aldi and Waitrose. Below, we delve into their range to reveal some of our favourite award-winning bottles. And to help keep things affordable, all the ones we've picked are under £15! There's an option for every taste, from a classic Burgundy and an outstanding Aussie shiraz to one absolutely mouthwatering Rioja. Cheers! Exceptional White Burgundy 2023 Price: £11.13 Chardonnay grapes thrive in the chalky, limestone soils of Burgundy, which in turn influence the unique taste and character of local wines. In this case, the result is a wine that combines hints of citrus and apple tart with the subtle aroma of toasted almonds. Crisp and moreish, it's delicious served chilled at any summer gathering, and like other whites will work well with delicate flavours, like white fish. The wine received a silver medal from the IWSC and Decanter judges. Clive Donaldson, Asda's Senior Manager for Wine Sourcing, said the plaudits were evidence of the supermarket's 'quality of suppliers and breadth of knowledge' in the region of Burgundy. Add it to your Asda basket HERE. Exceptional Great Western Shiraz 2022 Price: £7.98 Despite originating in France, the shiraz grape has found a hospitable climate in the cooler vineyards of western Victoria in Australia. This graces wines with a full-bodied, lively character that makes them a delightful companion to rich, highly flavoured foods like dry-aged steak, aged cheese or roast duck. The Exceptional Great Western Shiraz 2022 - obtained exclusively for Asda - marries fruity blueberry and blackberry flavours with a hint of sweet spice. And as yet another gold medal winner for the supermarket at the IWC 2025, it comes with a ringing endorsement from some of the world's most respected wine experts. Add it to your Asda basket HERE. Exceptional Gavi di Gavi 2024 Price: £10.27 Another gold medal winner exclusive to Asda, this bottle hails from southern Piedmont, a picturesque region of Italy known for its rolling hills, historic villages. And of course, it's absolutely spectacular wines! The wine is made using the cortese grape, which is known for its light flavour and moderate acidity. The result is a dry white incorporating lemony and floral notes with the expressive aromas of pear and peach fruit - followed up by a crisp, nutty finish. It's well worth keeping a bottle or two in the fridge for your next garden gathering or dinner party. Add it to your Asda basket HERE. Asda Extra Special Marques del Norte Rioja Reserva 2019 Price: £8.07 Named by the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 as one of its Top 30 Value Golds, this wine was awarded 95 points out of a possible 100. Judges were blown away by the taste, which they described as combining 'plump red cherry, cranberry and redcurrant with a moreish espresso, dark chocolate edge'. They also noted its 'mouth-watering fruit driven length' - a term that refers to the way a wine's aromas linger on the palate. Hailing from the famous Rioja region of Spain, it's perfect for pairing with roast lamb or Mexican dishes - so start rolling up those tortillas! Add it to your Asda basket HERE. Lugana 2024 Price: £11.42 (currently on Rollback at £9.96 until July 2, 2025) The Lugana 2024 is an Italian white made from grapes grown around the southern shores of Lake Garda. This particular bottle is produced exclusively for Asda by a small artisanal producer who uses a local grape variety known as Turbiana. The result is a satisfying palate combining refreshing green apple, pear and pineapple flavours with a twist of Italian herbs. Expect a crisp clean white wine that pairs brilliantly with lighter Italian flavours – basil, mozzarella, tomatoes and pesto. It's no surprise this is yet another gold medal winner for Asda! Add it to your Asda basket HERE. With 395 awards across the International Wine Challenge Awards 2025, The International Wine and Spirit Challenge Awards 2025 and the Decanter World Wine awards 2025. For verification visit All results available to see on Includes Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Aldi, Lidl, Co-op, Waitrose, Marks & Spencer. Selected stores and lines. Subject to availability. If you look under 25 and want to buy alcohol you will need to prove your age. Challenge 25. No I.D. No sale. You must be 18 or over to purchase alcohol. Alcohol available to purchase from 10am in Scotland. Wines featured: Exceptional Gavi di Gavi 2024 £10.27 per 75cl. Awarded Gold at the International Wine Challenge 2025 Awards (IWC), Awarded Silver at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025. Asda Extra Special Marques del Norte Rioja Reserva £8.07 per 75cl . Awarded Sliver at the International Wine Challenge 2025 Awards (IWC), Awarded Silver at the International Wine and Spirit Competition Awards 2025 (IWSC), Awarded Gold and the top value award at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025. Lugana 2024 £11.42 per 75cl. Awarded Sliver at the International Wine Challenge 2025 Awards (IWC), Awarded Bronze at the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2025 (IWSC), Awarded Gold at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025. Exceptional Great Western Shiraz 2022 £7.98 per 75cl. Awarded Gold at the International Wine Challenge 2025 Awards (IWC), Awarded Silver at the International Wine and Spirit Competition Awards 2025 (IWSC). Awarded Bronze at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025. Exceptional White Burgundy 2023 £11.13 per 75cl. Awarded Bronze at the International Wine Challenge 2025 Awards. Awarded Silver at the International Wine and Spirit Competition Awards 2025. Awarded Silver at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025. May exclude Asda Express and Small Stores, see stores.
RNZ News
02-07-2025
- RNZ News
'Levin invasion': Twelve more arrests over violent King's Birthday boyracer event
Police vehicles were damaged, and two police officers received minor injuries at the Levin gathering. Photo: Supplied/ Video screen grab - The Traffic Fox Twelve people have been arrested and charged in the wake of the King's Birthday weekend anti-social road user gathering in Levin. Police officers and members of the public were injured, fireworks were lit, and police vehicles were damaged during the 30 May gathering. A crowd of 1000 people watched or participated in skids, burnouts, and other driving offences. Police said they had worked tirelessly to gather evidence from the night - reviewing footage filmed by officers on the ground and the Police Eagle helicopter, taking witness statements, and going over information provided by the public, CCTV footage, and videos posted on social media. Inspector Ross Grantham, Manawatū Area Commander, said the level of violence and reckless behaviour shown at the gathering was dangerous and stupid. "The crowd became aggressive and riotous, with fireworks, physical aggression, and a vehicle all being used against officers," he said. "Multiple police vehicles were damaged, and two police officers received minor injuries from the fireworks." Five members of the public were also injured, including a woman who was knocked unconscious and left on the ground while people filmed her. About 30 police were deployed after a gathering of more than 200 cars saw antisocial behaviour on the streets of Levin. Photo: NZ Police / Supplied The crowd refused to move for an ambulance, with police having to deploy tactical options in order for emergency services to reach her. As the event unfolded, 10 people were arrested for disorderly behaviour and driving-related charges, and are currently before the courts. "It is sheer luck that there were not more serious injuries, or even death, that night," Grantham said. Police have now arrested and charged 12 people, in addition to the 10 people arrested on the night. "These 22 total arrests are an amazing result for our community and we expect there will be further arrests and charges in the future," Grantham said. The range of charges included possession of offensive weapon, arson, failing to stop to ascertain injury, failing to stop for police, sustained loss of traction, driving in a dangerous manner, driving while disqualified, unlawful assembly, unlawfully in an enclosed yard, and excess breath alcohol level. Seven men aged 18-29, and two women aged 18 and 51 are due to appear in Levin District Court on Wednesday 2, Wednesday 9, and Wednesday 16 July. Three youths are due to appear in Levin Youth Court at a later date. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers said anyone participating in this type of despicable behaviour should expect to hear police knocking on their front doors. "The kind of behaviour we saw that night is completely unacceptable, and it puts participants, bystanders, and my colleagues in danger," he said. "Thankfully two officers only received minor injuries, however the situation could have been a lot worse."
