In January, it was the most heard song on Earth!': the amazing story behind Murder on the Dancefloor
Murder on the Dancefloor by Sophie Ellis-Bextor was originally a spontaneous creation by Gregg Alexander in his blue Ford Mustang. It became a global hit years later.
New Radicals' single You Get What You Give, with almost 440m Spotify plays, was almost not the band's first release. [ more ]
5 reasons you should head to the Photography Show 2022 this weekend
The Photography Show 2022 and the Video Show 2022 are taking place the NEC in Birmingham this weekend, and there's a ton of reasons for both professional and enthusiast photographers and videographers to head along.
Met Police chief Sir Mark Rowley insists London is fantastically safe' city
The head of Britain's biggest police force said the capital is a place to live, work and enjoy yourself as he visited a boxing gym in Ilford, east London, on Thursday.Alongside mayor of London Sadiq Khan, the commissioner met Box Up Crime founder Stephen Addison, who set up the club to provide vulnerable young people with a community and a path away from crime.
The Mills Fabrica to host design solution talks at London Craft Week
Dezeen has teamed up with innovation platform The Mills Fabrica to livestream a number of talks that explore design solutions to planet-related issues on 11 May 2023 as part of London Craft Week.London Craft Week returns to London for its ninth edition from 8 to 14 May 2023.The Mills Fabrica event, named Planet-Saving Innovations, includes a series of keynotes, panels and talks where industry leaders will discuss tackling some of the biggest challenges our climate is facing through design.
8 Successful Ways to Use Social Media to Reach Fitness Clients - Social Media Explorer
In today's digital age, social media has become a powerful tool for fitness professionals to connect with their target audience.With millions of active users, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter offer an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise and attract potential clients.Here are eight successful ways a workout facility can use social media effectively.
17 Best SEO Facebook Groups You Should Definitely Join in 2023
Are you on the hunt for the best SEO Facebook groups that aren't full of spam?When you search Facebook for "SEO" and filter by groups, a ton of groups come up... but they're not all as good as they seem.Many are filled with spam, requests for link exchanges, and the admins are non-existent.
Vikings defensive back Akayleb Evans continues to speak candidly about his mental health, setting an example as an inspiring role model in the league.Minnesota Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans is not shying away from discussing weighty topics, as he recently tweeted an inspiring message that hit on the importance of maintaining one's mental health.
Blood sugar drug tirzepatide also leads to substantial weight loss in diabetes patients, Eli Lilly says
There's more evidence that the injectable drug tirzepatide helps people with diabetes lose weight as well as control their blood sugar, according to the drug's manufacturer, Eli Lilly and Company.In a new study, more than 900 adults with obesity and diabetes took the drug for a year and five months, and those on the highest dose lost an average of 34 pounds, or nearly 16% of their starting weight.
Why I announced my IVF like a pregnancy, and why I'd do it again
When Gabriela Nigretti couldn't get pregnant, she embarked on a fertility journey, which she candidly shared on social media.When the in Milford, Connecticut, data annotation manager started in vitro fertilization (IVF), she announced it as if she were announcing a pregnancy, in part, to reduce the stigma and isolation associated with infertility.
On TikTok, #Hopecore Will Inspire You - & Get You Excited For The Oscars
Underdog stories, comeback stories, redemption stories, success stories - we love them all.TikTok is celebrating the most feel-good moments in pop culture history with the new trend called "Hopecore," and it's just as sweet as it sounds.From acceptance speeches to dark horse victories, TikTok's Hopecore trend is sure to warm your seemingly cold heart.
How to Perfect Personalized Marketing with the Help of Your Data Warehouse
Today, the bar for personalized customer engagement is higher than ever.As a marketer, you know that customer data is key to delivering personalized experiences that drive growth.A whopping 82% of marketers say having high-quality data on their target audience is important to succeeding in their role - but more than half of them say they're missing key information.
Police investigation finds no evidence of hate-motivated confinement of student by TDSB staff | CBC News
Toronto police have ended an investigation into the alleged hate-motived forcible confinement of a Grade 1 student at John Fisher Junior Public School, saying detectives found no evidence to support laying charges against staff.The boy's mother alleged in March that he was subjected to months of anti-Black racism at the north Toronto school.
Aaron Brown sprints to 2nd in 200 metres, topping Canadian relay teammates in Botswana | CBC Sports
Aaron Brown picked up where he left off last season over 200 metres on the track.The Toronto sprinter crossed the line in 20.00 seconds in a slight headwind, finishing second to local favourite Letsile Tebogo (19.87) in Saturday's men's race at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix.Liberian-American sprinter Joseph Fahnbulleh, the 2022 NCAA Division 1 champion in the 200, was third in 2014.
These Brampton teachers are getting real about being Black in the classroom on their very own podcast | CBC News
Two Brampton teachers are turning their lunchtime heart-to-hearts on what it's like to Black in the classroom into a podcast, shining a light on the importance of representation and bringing their lived experience into their school.Alyssa Gray-Tyghter and Andre Mattrasingh, who both work at Cheyne Middle School, first met about three years ago around the time that Mattrasingh became a permanent hire at the Peel District School Board.
Appiah earns women's monobob bronze medal at World Cup season finale | CBC Sports
Toronto's Cynthia Appiah captured a bronze medal Saturday in the final World Cup monobob race of the season in Sigulda, Latvia.Appiah, 32, finished tied with China's Qing Ying with a two-run time of one minute 47.10 seconds.American Kaillie Humphries finished first in 1:46.52 while Germany's Kim Kalicki was second in 1:46.96.
Social media star who advocates for blind community set to get 'life-changing' gene therapy | CBC News
A young Pickering man who has amassed a big social media following for his advocacy for blind people is set to receive a sight-saving gene therapy the first time the expensive procedure will be covered by OHIP.Adam Brown was born with a degenerative eye disease called retinitis pigmentosa that significantly hinders his vision and could eventually leave him fully blind.
Kitchener Centre MPP Laura Mae Lindo stepping down to take Ontario university job | CBC News
Kitchener Centre MPP Laura Mae Lindo has announced she's stepping down.Lindo said she will finish out the next session of the legislature before moving into a new role in July, in the philosophy department at the University of Waterloo.Lindo says she did not make the decision lightly and there were a couple of reasons behind it, one of which was wanting and needing to be home with her family.
Ethan Galbraith is set to leave Man United this summer
Man United are set to let Ethan Galbraith leave the club this summer, upon the expiry of his contract.As has always been the case at Manchester United, this club has always given young players a chance.Erik ten Hag is keen to continue that mantra.Alejandro Garnacho is proving that, with Kobbie Mainoo set to be the next to step up.
Most weeks start in the same way for me.I'm sitting, looking at my Buffer queue, scratching my head at what I should schedule across my social media profiles.Inspiration can be hard to come by.But recently, I've discovered a solution.Buffer's AI Assistant.It is designed to simplify the process of social media scheduling, making it easier for me to come up with posts, refine my own ideas and help me create content that resonates with my audience.
I found out my mum had schizophrenia when I was 14. Here's what I wish I'd known | Elfy Scott
When I was told that my mum was living with schizophrenia by my school counsellor, when I was about 14 I had almost no concept of what that really meant.All I knew for sure was that it felt dark, scary and taboo.In other words, my understanding of complex mental health was almost entirely defined by the stigma that surrounds it.
Men from West Africa, Caribbean have higher incidence of prostate cancer in Ontario: new study | CBC News
Nearly 10 years ago, Ken Noel was diagnosed with prostate cancer, and after undergoing several tests and procedures, he began his journey for treatment in 2013, undergoing a surgery followed by radiation treatment."It was a really big shock to me," said Noel, who immigrated to Canada from Guyana 50 years ago.
Why Your Digital Product Isn't Selling - and How to Fix That [Expert Insights]
You've created a digital product, put it up on your website and announced it to your audience.But despite the hard work you poured into bringing your online course, ebook, or other digital product to life, it's not selling.When you're in this situation, it's tempting to give up.To throw your arms in the air and declare, "nobody wants my product - it was all a waste of time."
Black Caucus presses Senate Dems to blow up tradition on judges
So the Black Caucus, joined by a coalition of progressive groups, is turning up the heat on Senate Democrats in what's becoming the most consequential battle over chamber rules since Democrats tried last year to weaken the filibuster."I don't know why anyone, let alone Senate Democrats, would hold up a Jim Crow practice," Black Caucus Chair Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.) said in an interview on Wednesday, describing the GOP's use of blue slips against judicial nominees as a civil rights issue.
Joe Chialo: Ex-metal singer becomes Berlin's culture senator DW 04/27/2023
Joe Chialo is relatively new to politics but is set to assume the high-profile role of Minister for Culture in Berlin.He replaces Left Party (Die Linke) politician and former deputy mayor of Berlin, Klaus Lederer.The reshuffling of positions is a result of the new coalition government agreement reached between the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and Social Democratic Party (SPD).
Prospect roundtable: Which players have the most pressure to perform this season?
In the prospect world there are success stories, but many more players who will never make it to their highest potential.Among those are the players who came in with high expectations but fall short.Today we look at some of those players who could be on that path and which most need to have a bounce back in 2023 Which player has the most to prove this season, be it due to injury recovery, age, or underperforming their early expectations?
College leaders and educators are seeking ways, big and small, to support the growing number of neurodivergent students on their campuses.(Quick primer: neurodiversity is commonly associated with autism, but it concerns diagnoses such as dyslexia, dyscalculia and attention deficit disorders, as well.)
Toronto man wants Ontario town to pay $59K to restore headstones at cemetery for Black settlers | CBC News
James Russell is on a quest to restore 19 headstones buried at the Negro Burial Ground a cemetery in Niagara-on-the-Lake that dates back almost 200 years and have the small Ontario town foot the $59,000 bill.The Toronto filmmaker said 28 burial sites and 19 buried headstones were detected at the cemetery in May with the help of ground-penetrating radar.
Brampton couple welcomes home second set of twins in one year | CBC News
Two sets of two in 2022.That's what this Brampton couple has been adjusting to this year their hands full with two sets of twins born nine months apart.Reva Nicholson says it's been a whirlwind of a year.The 26-year-old had her first set of twins in February, 2022, with her husband, Romaine McFarlane.
Why these 2 Toronto rappers moved to St. Thomas, Ont. | CBC News
All it took was a tour bus making a wrong turn to convince longtime barber and rapper Malichi Male to leave Toronto.Back in 2016, Male, 47, was scheduled to perform in London, Ont., but ended up 30 minutes south of the city, in St. Thomas.That wrong turn has changed the course of Male's life."I was dumbfounded because I seen stuff I never seen before," remembers Male, who has seven children.
Game Apps Get Tougher For Ad Tech; Is The Newsletter Apocalypse Nigh? | AdExchanger
A week ago, Google quietly made a large chunk of mobile gaming revenue disappear with the news that it would prohibit certain in-game formats - namely, full-screen ads that display unexpectedly, full-screen ads that display before the main app page loads and ads that appear during gameplay when a user begins a level or a new sequence.
How to Set Massive PR's as a Master (coaching call - rerun) - Strength Running
No matter when you started running in life or what your current PRs may be, it's possible to get faster as a master!Running after 40 may take more balance and diligence, but never underestimate what you can accomplish.While runners often assume that their personal bests are behind them once they're no longer in their 20s and 30s, that isn't always the case.
Daniel Gafford is on pace to break this former Wilt Chamberlain record
One of the few bright spots for the Washington Wizards, Daniel Gafford has had an excellent season.Along with Delon Wright and Kyle Kuzma, he has been one of the success stories of an otherwise disappointing season.In fact, he has been so good this season that he has played his way into reach of a record that used to belong to the late-great Wilt Chamberlain.
Glasgow Rangers' transfer business under former director of football Mark Allen was mixed at best.The likes of Connor Goldson, Borna Barisic, and Joe Aribo have all been major successes in a Rangers jersey, with the Ibrox side even securing £10m for the Nigerian midfielder last summer.However, there were more duds than success stories, with players such as Eros Grezda and Jake Hastie having next to no impact at the Light Blues and vast sums of money were wasted on transfer fees and wages during his two years at the club.
After layoffs, SiriusXM looks to star-studded podcasts
I sadly cannot attend Podcast Evolutions this year.If you are in attendance and have some hot goss, feel free to send my way!Also some warm, dry weather - that would be nice.Today, SiriusXM lays off hundreds of staffers, Twitter Spaces loses another feature, and podcast bros can't catch a break on the dating market.
At its best, paleontology opens windows into trillions of other lifetimes spent swimming, scuttling, stomping and soaring across this planet.Scientists, the press and the public alike tend to tell and retell these success stories, lionizing intrepid researchers.The most impressive specimens are enshrined in museums.
Ministers have been warned that local journalism will struggle to survive without new support and fresh thinking from the Government. he Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Committee found that, while some small publishers have adapted to the challenges of declining advertising revenue and the shift to a largely online readership over the last two decades, the position of many papers remains precarious.
Ministers have been warned that local journalism will struggle to survive without new support and fresh thinking from the Government.The Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Committee found that, while some small publishers have adapted to the challenges of declining advertising revenue and the shift to a largely online readership over the last two decades, the position of many papers remains precarious.
Met Police chief says London is fantastically safe' city
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has described London as a fantastically safe city as the force announced a drop in homicide rates last year.The head of Britain's biggest police force said the capital is a place to live, work and enjoy yourself as he visited a boxing gym in Ilford, east London, on Thursday.
2023 Olympia to Take Place in Early November 2023 in Orlando, Florida - Breaking Muscle
Central Florida in November should be a raucous party.Every year, the best bodybuilders in the world prepare with one central goal: to win the legendary Mr. Olympia contest.Sure, there are other tentpole events like the annual ( and now rather lucrative) Arnold Classic.Still, arguably nothing holds as much prestige for the world's ripped fitness elite as competing during an iconic Olympia show.
Michael Tulloch becomes first Black Chief Justice of Ontario | CBC News
Michael Tulloch was a Crown attorney in Toronto and Peel before he was elevated to the bench.He was the first Black justice to sit on a provincial appellate court in Canada (Tijana Martin/The Canadian Press) Michael Tulloch, the first Black justice to sit on a provincial appellate court in Canada, has been appointed as the new Chief Justice of Ontario.
Upcoming VlogBox Webinar to Discuss Effective CTV Monetisation Strategies
On December 20th, the VlogBox team will hold their fourth this year Get-Together webinar.CTV industry-leading professionals will share their best tactics to monetise CTV channels for higher yields.Aside from market-level discussions, the panellists will dive into tactics like the design and implementation of monetisation strategies, new performance metrics, and new measurement methodologies.
5 former players the Chicago Bulls should have never given up on
Of all the criticism I've heard directed toward the Chicago Bulls over the last calendar year - and believe me, there's been a lot - some of it has been particularly valid, and some of it... less so.There is one fault, however, that I do think many have overlooked as the Bulls have rushed to acquire star talent and contend now.
ID5 Hosts First London Event in Almost Three years: Secure Your Seat Now
For ID5's first in-person London event in almost three years, you can expect a jam-packed schedule of panels and presentations where industry thought leaders share their success stories to help you refine your identity strategy and, in turn, make the most of the opportunities that the cookieless present has to offer.
PK Subban, NHL star and Olympic champ, is retiring | CBC Sports
P.K. Subban, who scored 115 goals and 467 points in 824 NHL regular-season games and was a 2013 Norris Trophy recipient as the league's top defenceman, announced his retirement Tuesday after 13 seasons.
Stanley Johnson the Miami Heat developmental system's next great test?
Entering the 2015 NBA Draft, the Miami Heat had their eyes set on a couple of different prospects.Though they would end up taking Justise Winslow with the 10th overall pick, that pick is now most infamously known as the one that saw them taking Winslow over Devin Booker, who would go to the Phoenix Suns just three picks later.
Miami Heat: Jamal Cain took 2-way spot but hopefully, Darius Days sticks around
As the Miami Heat continue to progress through their preseason, they are doing what all teams do but something that they do at a higher level than most others.
Chris Perkins: Heads up: Dolphins will likely call 'heads' in coin toss vs. 49ers, win the toss, and (probably) win the game
You might already know the Dolphins have won the coin toss 10 times in 11 games this season.But here's something you might not know: the Dolphins will almost certainly call "heads" for Sunday's coin toss against the San Francisco 49ers.The same is true for the coin toss the following week when they visit the Los Angeles Chargers, and the week after that when they visit the Buffalo Bills.
Analysis | Make in India? It Will Take More Than Subsidies
Narendra Modi, India's prime minister, speaks at DefExpo 2022 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India, on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022.(Photographer: Bloomberg/Bloomberg)Last week, while inaugurating a new aircraft factory in western India, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to a slogan he coined a few months after taking power in 2014: "Make in India."
Toronto film festival renaming largest cinema after civil rights pioneer Viola Desmond | CBC News
The Toronto International Film Festival has announced it will rename its largest cinema in honour of Canadian civil rights pioneer Viola Desmond.CEO Cameron Bailey made the announcement at a special event marking Viola Desmond Day at the TIFF Bell Lightbox in Toronto Tuesday evening.He said Cinema 1 will officially be unveiled as the Viola Desmond Cinema in 2023.
Arsenal consider signing South American duo to strengthen in two important positions this January
Arsenal are reportedly ready to back Mikel Arteta in the transfer market again this January, with a midfielder and a winger on the agenda.The Gunners will surely have surprised even themselves with the strong start they've made to the season, with Mikel Arteta's side currently two points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table.
B.C. couple sues Swoop Airlines, accuses staff of racial discrimination after being escorted off flight | CBC News
A couple from Kelowna, B.C., who were escorted off their flight from Toronto in August have filed a lawsuit against Swoop Airlines and two of its employees, alleging racial discrimination and defamation.Andre Henry and Jhody Batiste, who are Black, claimed they're "living nightmare of an embarrassment" after being removed from the plane over a minor seating dispute.
It's likely many car renters wouldn't consider renting from a private owner.Renting a private owner's vehicle is a guarantee you'll get the car you reserved.Private car owners offer economic gas-powered vehicles to diesel pickup trucks, and electric cars to exotics.I drove the car under the 200-mile limit and returned it within the time limit.
Ottawa should move fast on promised $200M fund for Black-led charities, group says | CBC News
Ahmed Hussen, minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, holds a press conference on Parliament Hill on Monday to talk about support for Black community initiatives.
Aaron Brown says improved execution, confidence was key to Diamond League Final success | CBC Sports
Hours following his spectacular season-ending performance Thursday evening on the track at the Diamond League Final in Zurich, Aaron Brown talked about his soaring confidence.
Homeless Shelter Proposals Across California Taking Flak, Advocates Call for More Gap Housing' Like Tiny Houses
Supervisor Rafeal Mandelman's A Place for All legislation is just one of many California proposals being criticized for rounding people up into shelters instead of setting people up for permanent housing.
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Freeman's: Selling with America's Oldest Auction House in D.C. - Washingtonian
Freeman's-founded in 1805 in Philadelphia-may be the nation's oldest auction house, but its forward-facing client services are firmly rooted in the twenty-first century.
Women in Python: Success Stories, Career Advice, and Life Lessons
Hoping to build a career in Python?Read our article containing insights, life lessons, career advice, and success stories from 6 notable women in Python.
Toronto man is uncovering unmarked graves of Black settlers in Niagara-on-the-Lake | CBC News
For years when James Russell drove through Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont., he noticed the yard with two headstones beside a small plaza on Mississauga Street.
Paul Wolfowitz: U. of I. ceremony for Vietnam vet also a time to recognize how American sacrifice changed Asia
When retired Army Capt. Fred Ranck is inducted into the Fighting Illini Battalion Army ROTC Hall of Fame on Friday, it will be an occasion for multiple forms of recognition.
The Canadian music industry rejected Deborah Cox. Now, she's being honoured at the Junos | CBC Radio
On Sunday, May 15, Deborah Cox will be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, making her the first Black woman to receive the honour in its 44-year history.
The down-low on crypto: how trading digital currencies could be impacting your mental health
As trading and investing in cryptocurrency is becoming increasingly popular, how can you tell when a relationship with a new financial venture is becoming unhealthy?