It was a glamorous affair at Buckingham Palace tonight: King Charles and Queen Camilla hosted Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at a state banquet, kicking off the imperial couple’s three-day state visit to the UK. The visit was a long time coming—the Japanese royals were set to travel to the UK in spring 2020, but […]
The Emperor and Empress of Japan’s state visit to the U.K. kicked off earlier in the day KIRSTY WIGGLESWORTH/POOL/AFP via Getty From left: Queen Camilla, Empress Masako, Emperor Naruhito and King Charles at the Buckingham Palace state banquet on June 25, 2024 King Charles and Queen Camilla are hosting a glamorous gala. Members of the […]
Jun. 19—On Saturday, May 18, 2024, the 38th Annual Mays Alumni met at Center Christian Church. There were 69 graduates and friends in attendance. After registration, Vice President Linda Lowe welcomed the group. Joe Hodson gave the invocation and we then enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by the Loyal Workers of the Church. Vice President […]
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Therapet Therapy Animals honored their human and animal volunteers at their annual awards banquet on Thursday. PHOTOS: Northern Lights seen across East Texas amid geomagnetic storm The following volunteers were honored for their service to East Texas on Thursday: Therapet Louis and Stephanie Eby are the therapy team of the year. […]
Pennsylvania Maple Queen Gracie Paulman (left) and Somerset County Fair Queen Kaylin Weaver (right) flank Dean Hillegas, one of the two remaining members of the Meyersdale Centennial committee, at Saturday evening’s Sesquicentennial banquet, hosted by the BPOE Elks Lodge in Meyersdale. Charlie McKenzie is the other remaining member of the Centennial committee. At the banquet, […]
Six Lee County teachers shared words of inspiration and insight into the world of teaching at Friday night’s gala honoring them as Golden Apple recipients. Hundreds of teachers, principals, parents, business community supporters, volunteers and philanthropists turned out to the black-tie affair to applaud the teachers for their dedication and impact on students. For 37 […]
The Queen of Spain had a relatable reason for saying hello while sitting down Alamy Live News Queen Letizia of Spain sits and speaks to Queen Maxima of the Netherlands before the state banquet at the Royal Palace in Amsterdam on April 17, 2024. Queen Letizia of Spain was in sparkling form at the state […]
Archaeologists excavating new sites in Pompeii have uncovered a stunning banquet hall decorated with intricately frescoed mythological characters inspired by the Trojan War, officials said. The hall, which features a mosaic floor, was uncovered as part of a project to shore up the areas dividing the excavated and unexcavated parts of Pompeii, the ancient city […]
More than 200 local students were honored for their outstanding work during a banquet on Sunday. The Carson Scholars Fund gives out $1,000 to students who find time to give back to their community while also excelling academically. They also receive an Olympic-sized medal and a certificate. Students in grades 4-11 can apply for the […]
Mar. 12—The Fred Douglass Economic Development Corporation hosted an awards banquet Saturday, March 9, celebrating volunteerism and community service. Kenya Etim recognized the Legacy Dragon Volunteers for their many efforts. “Lincoln Park revitalization Phase 1 is underway because of the unrelenting dedication of those Legacy Dragons Volunteers in bolstering awareness and raising funds,” she said. […]
Buffi Williams’ grandmother did not approve of her not voting during one election. She knew how hard Black people had fought to be able to vote. “You do not have the right not to vote,” Williams remembered Grandma Davis telling her. “She was passing the baton of what it is to allow your voice to […]
Feb. 8—She wore a sparkly pink dress and spoke quietly, but confidently. “Hi, my name is Aubrey Riggle,” she said. “I was in foster care for a long time, but now I’m adopted.” The room erupted in cheers and clapping. It was a “Night at the Disco” with CASA for Kids. The disco theme was […]