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Letter To The Editor: Endorsing David Hampton For Los Alamos County Council
By ANDY FISCHER WRIGHT, PhD, Los Alamos I enthusiastically support David Hampton for Los Alamos County Council, and encourage you to vote for him in the upcoming election. David’s service record speaks for itself. He has served board roles for several local nonprofit organizations, has been on many County boards, and volunteers wherever he can make a difference in our region.
The Chilled 100 Bartenders Create Fall Inspired Cocktails Using El Mayor Tequila
As the crisp air of autumn begins to settle in, the allure of seasonal flavors becomes irresistible. This fall, El Mayor Tequila invited nine Chilled 100 bartenders, a distinguished group of mixologists from across the United States, to craft an exclusive collection of fall-inspired cocktails. Each bartender has teamed up with El Mayor Tequila to infuse their unique flair into these creations, blending the rich, smooth essence of fine tequila with the vibrant tastes of the season.
What is your mental health strategy?
by Andy Wright, Creator, Never Not Creative and Co-Chair, Mentally-Healthy THE NEW MENTALLY-HEALTHY 2024 RESEARCH IS UNDERWAY – YOU CAN PARTICIPATE HERE *** For the last six years we’ve been conducting research into the mental wellbeing of the creative, media and marketing industries. Every wave of research we get deeper into understanding what creates healthier and happier teams, agencies and businesses – and of course – what doesn’t.
Time to pick-up the bar
This article contains references to sexual consent, sexual harassment and sexual assault and may be triggering for some readers. For any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault please call 1800 RESPECT or visit www.1800respect.org.au. 1800 RESPECT is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. A few weeks ago, a good friend of mine penned this piece on Mumbrella – A good bloke? The bar is hanging too f-king low.
Pinsent Masons advises the Trustee of the Arco pension scheme on £135m transfer to Clara Pensions
The transaction will see 1,281 members of the Scheme transfer to the Clara Pension Trust and was agreed as part of the wider sale process for Arco Limited. It provides greater certainty over the future of the Scheme as the corporate transaction completes.
Richard Russell: My 50 Years Of Golf
Richard Russell: My 50 Years Of Golf Richard Russell is the author of a successful golf book, and his own golfing misfortune. He plays off 6 and is the worst good golfer you will ever meet. We spoke to him about his golfing memories, his favourite jokes, bad habits and a host of other brilliantly weird and wonderful topics. Best shot… The next one. Always the next one.
LPGA Rookie Fined $10,000 For Slow Play
The 19-year-old rookie fell foul of the LPGA Tour's slow-play policy at last week's Kia Classic LPGA Rookie Fined $10,000 For Slow Play Yealimi Noh, a 19-year-old playing on the LPGA Tour, received a $10,000 fine at last week’s Kia Classic, according to Golfweek. Having finished the event in a tie for 61st place, Noh was due to pocket $4,247 but instead lost money as she was ruled by an official to have lodged bad times on the 10th and 12th holes during Saturday’s third round.
Ask Barney Anything: All Your Questions Answered
During a three-day Ask Me Anything forum Q&A, Barney Puttick offered many pearls of wisdom. Here's a round-up of the best Ask Barney Anything: All Your Questions Answered Barney Puttick is one of our valued Top 25 coaches and last week he gave our forum members the benefit of his encyclopaedic knowledge with a three-day Ask Me Anything session. They asked and Barney answered, and we all learnt plenty to help kickstart our season. How has the golf swing changed over the last 35 years?
Royal Portrush Favourite For 2025 Open Championship
The Open Championship could return to Northern Ireland as early as 2025 Royal Portrush Favourite For 2025 Open Championship Royal Portrush, the host venue for the last Open Championship in 2019, is favourite to land the 2025 edition according to a report in The Guardian.
Shane Lowry On 2019 Open: “It Was Like An Out-Of-Body Experience”
In episode one of the third season of The Open podcasts, Shane Lowry discussed his 2019 Open Championship win Shane Lowry On 2019 Open: “It Was Like An Out-Of-Body Experience” In episode one of the new season of The Open podcasts, Shane Lowry spoke in detail about his epic 2019 victory at Portrush. The Irishman proved to be one of the most popular winners of the Claret Jug in the tournament’s history as the championship made its way back to Royal Portrush for the first time since 1951.
New Garmin Approach GPS Devices Launched
Garmin has added three new models to its popular Approach series of GPS devices for 2021 New Garmin Approach GPS Devices Launched Garmin has added three new GPS devices to its already impressive Approach series for 2021 that features in our list of best golf GPS devices. All three new editions come with over 42,000 preloaded courses worldwide and, thanks to Garmin’s own club tracking sensor and the Garmin Golf app, make it extremely easy to enter scores, review performance stats and more.
Guess What Made Justin Thomas' Heart Rate Peak During Players Win
It was a heart-in-mouth moment for everyone watching, but how was Justin Thomas feeling on the 72nd hole of the Players Championship? Guess What Made Justin Thomas’ Heart Rate Peak During Players Win No matter how great a lead you have, navigating the final three holes at TPC Sawgrass to win a Players Championship is never easy. Individually, they are among the most dangerous in the game. Put them together and you have Pete Dye’s recipe for disaster we all tune in to watch every year.
When Can I Drink At My Golf Club?
It's a question you'd be forgiven for asking as the UK and Ireland prepare to come out of lockdown, so here are the answers When Can I Drink At My Golf Club? It’s by no means the be-all and end-all of your golf experience, but with summer fast approaching, you would be forgiven for wondering when you might next enjoy a post-round beverage or two in the vicinity of the clubhouse.
"A Massive Advantage To The Long Hitters"
The Irishman was asked for his opinion on the distance debate ahead of this week's Honda Classic Harrington On Equipment Rollback: “A Massive Advantage To The Long Hitters” The topic of distance was raised with Padraig Harrington ahead of this week’s Honda Classic and the Irishman didn’t hold back, covering everything from his own 20-year quest for more yards to where he sees the game in 10 years.
Acushnet Commits To The R&A’s Women In Golf Charter
The parent company of Titleist and FootJoy has extended its commitment to strengthening golf's focus on gender balance Acushnet Commits To The R&A’s Women In Golf Charter Continuing its commitment to push for more inclusivity within the game of golf, Acushnet, parent company of global brands such as Titleist and FootJoy, has signed up to The R&A’s Women in Golf Charter.
'Golf is in a healthy place'
The Englishman believes the variety of playing styles on tour shows the game is in a good place Lee Westwood Weighs Into The Distance Debate: ‘Golf Is In A Healthy Place’ Lee Westwood has said Bryson DeChambeau’s style of golf is “great to watch” and insists “golf is in a good place” despite an ever-increasing number of calls for an equipment rollback.
TAG Heuer Announces New Updates To Its Connected Golf Edition Watch
The Swiss luxury watch brand has upgraded its already popular Connected Golf Edition GPS watch and app TAG Heuer Announces New Updates To Its Connected Golf Edition Watch Featuring improved course mapping and an innovative club recommendation tool, TAG Heuer has revamped and updated its Connected Golf Edition GPS watch and app.
PGA Championship To Allow 10,000 Fans Per Day At Kiawah Island
Approximately 10,000 spectators will be allowed on-site each day to watch the PGA Championship in May PGA Championship To Allow 10,000 Fans Per Day At Kiawah Island The PGA of America has announced that approximately 10,000 fans per day will be allowed to attend the PGA Championship in May.
England Golf ‘Extremely Disappointed’ By Prime Minister’s Announcement
The governing body for amateur golf in England has reacted to Boris Johnson's proposed roadmap out of lockdown and what it means for golf England Golf ‘Extremely Disappointed’ By Prime Minister’s Announcement England Golf is “extremely disappointed” that courses in England won’t be allowed to reopen until March 29 at the earliest. The response comes after UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson revealed his four-part ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown, with the return of golf included in the first stage.
Madelene Sagstrom Opens Up On Sexual Abuse Suffered As A Child
As part of the LPGA's DriveOn movement, Swedish golfer Madelene Sagstrom has bravely shared details of the sexual abuse she suffered as a child Madelene Sagstrom Opens Up On Sexual Abuse Suffered As A Child Madelene Sagstrom, LPGA player and World No. 62, has revealed the sexual abuse she suffered as a child in Sweden.
Tiger Woods Still Hopeful Over Masters Return
Tiger Woods provided an update on how his recovery from a fifth back surgery is progressing Tiger Woods Still Hopeful Over Masters Return After undergoing back surgery for the fifth time at the end of last year, Tiger Woods has provided an update on his health during the PGA Tour broadcast of the Genesis Invitational. “I’m feeling fine, I’m feeling fine,” Woods told Jim Nantz with a smile on his face. “I’m a little stiff.
What is Joaquin Niemann Wearing At The Genesis Invitational?
Take a look at the new Adidas clothing Joaquin Niemann is wearing at Riviera for the Genesis Invitational What is Joaquin Niemann wearing? First introduced in 2017, adidas golf has pushed its adicross line even further with the launch of the 2021 adicross range, featuring elevated streetwear style that is still functional for golfers everywhere. Audiences got a first glimpse of some of the products in action this week at the PGA Tour’s Genesis Invitational at Riviera.
What is Joaquin Niemann Wearing At The Genesis Invitational?
Take a look at the new Adidas clothing Joaquin Niemann wore at Riviera for the Genesis Invitational What is Joaquin Niemann wearing? First introduced in 2017, adidas golf has pushed its adicross line even further with the launch of the 2021 adicross range, featuring elevated streetwear style that is still functional for golfers everywhere. Audiences got a first glimpse of some of the products in action this week at the PGA Tour’s Genesis Invitational at Riviera. What is Joaquin Niemann wearing?
Willie Mack III’s Inspirational Journey To The PGA Tour
From sleeping in his car to mixing it with the best golfers in the world, Willie Mack III's journey to the PGA Tour is far from conventional Willie Mack III’s Inspirational Journey To The PGA Tour Ahead of this week’s Genesis Invitational, one of the most intriguing storylines is that of Willie Mack III, whose route to the PGA Tour has been anything but plain sailing.
Tommy Fleetwood Announced As New TAG Heuer Ambassador
The Swiss luxury watch company has announced Tommy Fleetwood as a brand ambassador for the TAG Heuer Connected watch and golf app Tommy Fleetwood Announced As New TAG Heuer Ambassador Tommy Fleetwood has been announced as the new brand ambassador for TAG Heuer and more specifically, the TAG Heuer Connected watch and golf app. In his new role, the Englishman will be working closely with TAG Heuer’s software engineers to build on the app’s success since it was launched in 2019.
Brooks Koepka Snapped Two Sets Of Clubs Before Phoenix Win
After a string of missed cuts and a winless run that extended back to the middle of July, Brooks Koepka has revealed just how frustrated he had become Brooks Koepka Snapped Two Sets Of Clubs Before Phoenix Win Brooks Koepka’s win at the 2021 Phoenix Open was his first since the WGC FedEx St Jude Invitational back in July 2019.
Jordan Spieth's Near Misses: A Recent History
We look back at some of Jordan Spieth's near misses since his last victory at the 2017 Open Championship Jordan Spieth’s Near Misses: A Recent History It’s no secret that Jordan Spieth has struggled in recent years. The 2017 Open at Royal Birkdale was the last time the 27-year-old tasted success, and with another close shave at the 2021 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, we thought it worth having a look back at some of the Texan’s near misses since that famous day on the English coast.
TaylorMade Hi-Toe Raw Wedges Launched
TaylorMade has launched a second iteration of the Hi-Toe wedges that feature an all-new Raw face design TaylorMade Hi-Toe Raw Wedges Launched TaylorMade has added another model to its Hi-Toe series with the launch of the new Milled Grind Hi-Toe Raw, building on the success of the Milled Grind 2, Hi-Toe and the Hi-Toe Big Foot.
The Story Behind the World's Most Terrifying Haunted Doll
HERE IS SOMETHING THAT MOST people would agree is true about Robert the Doll: He’s terrifying. Ostensibly a little boy in a sailor suit, his careworn face is only vaguely human. His nub of a nose looks like a pair of pinholes. He is covered in brown nicks, like scars. His eyes are beady and black. He wears a malevolent smirk. Clasped in his lap he’s holding his own toy, a dog with garish, popping eyes and a too-big tongue lolling crazily out of its mouth.
Trust God in the midst of financial worries
Andy Wright, Fuel for the Soul Published 9:48 p.m. CT April 23, 2020 Andy Wright (Photo: Submitted) All of us, rich or poor, at some point, feel anxiety about money or the lack thereof. For many, the COVID-19 season has put those anxieties through the roof.
Easter is a special time even during these difficult times
Andy Wright, Fuel for the Soul Published 10:23 p.m. CT April 16, 2020 Andy Wright (Photo: Submitted) Easter is special. Even in the throes of social distancing and self-isolation. The Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce held a special Easter egg “hunt” in Dell Rapids. River Community Church held a special “hunt” in Baltic. Both groups handed out bags of candy to people who remained in their cars. River Community Church’s bags included gospel messages.
God is our Hope during this global pandemic
Andy Wright, River Community Church Published 1:37 p.m. CT April 2, 2020 Andy Wright (Photo: Submitted) I know what many of you are feeling: loneliness, grief, exhaustion, frustration, anxiety, anger and fear. Social media and news cycles connect us and inform us, and at the same time feed into all those negative feelings. And a lot of people are feeling an overwhelming sense of hopelessness. Things ARE NOT hopeless.
God is our refuge and strength
Andy Wright, Fuel for the Soul Published 9:59 p.m. CT March 26, 2020 Andy Wright (Photo: Submitted) COV-19 is having a profound effect on all of us. Some are without work and are incredibly fearful about how to pay the bills. Some are stressed out about dealing with child care arrangements. Some are home alone all day with restless and demanding kids and feel at their wits end. Some are all alone and the loneliness is crushing. Some who are in an at-risk category are terrified of getting sick.
Steve Jobs Photobomb at Flour + Water (PIC)
Tuesday, August 3, 2010 Photos Steve Jobs Photobomb at Flour + Water (PIC) Posted By Andy Wright on Tue, Aug 3, 2010 at 5:38 PM Wait, who's that unassuming man in the background? Steve Jobs ― he's just like us! He loves his artisan pizza UPDATE: Flour + Water confirms it. Jobs was there last Saturday, failed to get a table. UPDATE: The photo was snapped by Alexa Andrzejewski, the founder of Foodspotting, who recognized the Apple founder while waiting in line at the restaurant.
Don’t Call It a Trend: A Brief History of Organizing in Tech
The current wave of tech-worker protests isn’t without precedent One of the most remarkable accomplishments of the strike that took place at Boeing in 2000 wasn’t getting more than 15,000 white-collar workers to walk off the job, it was getting a bunch of engineers to agree on one thing, jokes Stan Sorscher, a former Boeing employee and retired labor representative for the Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace (SPEEA).
Teens are all obsessed with social media? Not so much.
This story is part of our January/February 2020 issue See the rest of the issue Subscribe Sharon Hofer 16, New York Sharon Hofer lives in a Bruderhof community in Walden, New York. The Bruderhof, who have 23 settlements in seven countries, are Christians who live communally and use modern technology sparingly. I’ve lived at a Bruderhof community my whole life. We have about 300 people and live in big apartment buildings that house up to eight families.
Fuel for the Soul: Now is the time to strive in prayer
Andy Wright, Fuel for the Soul Published 12:47 a.m. CT Nov. 22, 2019 Andy Wright, pastor of River Community Church in Dell Rapids. (Photo: Submitted photo) On Sunday mornings at River Community Church, we are working our way through the Biblical book of Romans, written by the Apostle Paul.
Why are products for older people so ugly?
On a drizzly Tuesday afternoon in San Francisco, people are filtering into a small conference room appointed with a whiteboard and subdued black-and-white photography. As the seats fill up around the long white table, a woman dressed mostly in red, with sparkly silver nail polish, invites everyone to her upcoming ukulele performance. A man in a blue plaid shirt passes around a container of heavily iced hot cross buns.
How Italy’s Cinque Terre Became a Tourist-Choked Nightmare
Tourists clamber up the rocks along the Italian Riviera in Monterosso al Mare. How do you turn an Italian idyll into a trash-choked nightmare? Add tourists. Photographs by Elizabeth Bick Words by Andy Wright In March 2019, Italian officials announced that flip-flops would no longer be welcome on the wending walkways that connect the five hillside villages on the Italian Riviera that are known as the Cinque Terre.
How to know you are saved
Andy Wright, Fuel for the Soul Published 11:02 p.m. CT July 4, 2019 Andy Wright, pastor of River Community Church in Dell Rapids. (Photo: Submitted photo) The Bible has a lot to say about how we get saved and how we know we are saved. In order to be saved, we must: -be born-again (John 3:1-8). -believe on Jesus (Acts 16:30-31). -repent of our sins (Luke 13:3-5). -put Christ first in our hearts and lives, above all things (Luke 18:18-30).
Fuel for the Soul: God has grace for you
Andy Wright, River Community Church, Fuel for the Soul Published 11:17 a.m. CT June 21, 2019 Andy Wright (Photo: Submitted) As a pastor, I’ve noticed that most people have a pretty easy time accepting that God is a God of love. Even people who are far from God and know very little about the Bible, will quickly remind me that God is a God of love. I’m glad for that. The Bible is incredibly expressive about God’s great love.
Fuel for the Soul: Believer, Don’t Fear Death!
Andy Wright, Fuel for the Soul Published 11:18 p.m. CT June 13, 2019 Andy Wright, pastor of River Community Church in Dell Rapids. (Photo: Submitted photo) As a pastor, I have the privilege of leading worship services at the nursing home. As I prepare for services, I try to think about what I will want to hear from a pastor if I get to that season of life. And so over and over again, I try to share the great promises of God about the future for those who believe in Jesus Christ.
Fuel for the Soul: Hang on Christian
Andy Wright, River Community Church Published 9:47 p.m. CT June 5, 2019 Andy Wright (Photo: Submitted) “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.” (Romans 8:18, ESV) What glorious news! And from the Apostle Paul - someone who knew what it meant to suffer! Paul endured not having enough, a barrage of criticism, betrayals, beatings, stonings, being shipwrecked, being imprisoned, being under constant danger and...
The Surreal And Disturbing Artwork Of Ffo
Ffo is a Moscow-based artist who creates beautiful, strange and surreal collages from anatomical illustrations, classical art, 1950’s pop culture images and Art Nouveau prints. What little is known about this anonymous artist comes directly from the answers given to questions asked by fans. From these we learn Ffo studied at art college for three years before turning his/her talents to creating collages.
A Visit to the Last Pearl Farm in America
The pearl capital of the United States is not on the ocean. It’s not even in a state that borders the coast but in Tennessee, over 400 miles from the Atlantic. There, in Kentucky Lake, which sits right on the dividing line between Tennessee and Kentucky, Bob Keast, the owner of Birdsong Resort, Marina, and Campground, oversees the last active pearl farm in the United States—the remnant of a once-thriving regional industry.
Black & Light: A New Immersive Painting Inside An Inflated Canvas
Japanese-Brazilian artist Oscar Oiwa has created a new immersive installation that just opened in NYC. Spending over 100 hours, Oiwa and his team transformed a blank inflated canvas into a world of swirling, black and white cosmos that visitors can step inside of and explore on their own.
Grit, Genius, and G-Strings: The Incredibly ‘80s Origin Story Behind the StairMaster’s Success
George Schupp, then a founder of StairMaster, now retired: What would happen is that every morning, probably about 7 or 8 a.m., Jim, myself, and Lanny would all meet out there, because we didn’t have anything to do except commiserate. We’d sit around and brainstorm. Finally, one day we said, “Okay, let’s look at an industry that’s really going good.” And so we decided on the fitness industry. Lanny talked to his doctor, who suggested that stair climbing is a very good exercise.
How we're robbing the future of the creative industry
I was recently asked to introduce a discussion on internships for an event in Melbourne. The question: is the approach to internships in the creative industry opportunity or exploitation? I have a number of issues with the way that we use internships in the creative industry. Hands up, I’ve never had to do one myself. I’ve been one of the lucky ones.
Fuel for the Soul: Receiving the gift of salvation
Andy Wright, River Community Church Published 6:35 p.m. CT March 7, 2019 Andy Wright, pastor of River Community Church in Dell Rapids. (Photo: Submitted photo) Do you ever wrestle with questions about Heaven and Hell, faith, salvation and the gospel? Maybe you wonder how to be saved or whether you really are saved?
Fuel for the Soul: We are justified by his grace
Andy Wright, Fuel for the Soul Published 3:10 p.m. CT March 1, 2019 Andy Wright, pastor of River Community Church in Dell Rapids. (Photo: Submitted photo) The first 2.5 chapters of the book of Romans is painful.
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