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Astros Trade RP Nate Pearson to Royals
Today, the Houston Astros announced they have traded reliever Nate Pearson to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for righthanded pitching prospect Max Martin. Martin, 22, has posted a 6-2 record with a 2.01 ERA in 26 relief appearances across two levels of Class A ball in the Royals system this season. Martin was a […]
Astros Trade RP Nate Pearson to Royals
Today, the Houston Astros announced they have traded reliever Nate Pearson to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for righthanded pitching prospect Max Martin. Martin, 22, has posted a 6-2 record with a 2.01 ERA in 26 relief appearances across two levels of Class A ball in the Royals system this season. Martin was a […]
Stop making business the health care scapegoat
By John Carson It is perhaps a sad commentary in the wake of our nation’s 250th birthday to note even in this hyper-polarized age, one thing nearly every American can agree on is American health care is a mess. But as we look to solutions, it is important to remember where the blame for that […]
Stop making business the health care scapegoat
By John Carson It is perhaps a sad commentary in the wake of our nation’s 250th birthday to note even in this hyper-polarized age, one thing nearly every American can agree on is American health care is a mess. But as we look to solutions, it is important to remember where the blame for that […]
Stop making business the health care scapegoat
By John Carson It is perhaps a sad commentary in the wake of our nation’s 250th birthday to note even in this hyper-polarized age, one thing nearly every American can agree on is American health care is a mess. But as we look to solutions, it is important to remember where the blame for that […]
Fire at Sparks commercial business sends thick smoke over Byars Lane
News4 NBC Reno covers news, sports, weather and traffic for the Reno, Nevada area including Sparks, Carson City, Virginia City, Silver City, Stagecoach, Silver Springs, Sun Valley, Cold Springs, Spanish Springs and Fenley, Nevada and Truckee and Tahoe City, California.
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) July 19, 2026
On this episode of Politics Unplugged, political editor Dennis Welch sits down with Joana Mendoza — a former Marine Corps drill instructor and Democratic candidate — who is challenging incumbent Republican Juan Ciscomani in Arizona's Congressional District 6, discussing affordability, immigration, and ICE reform. Then, with Arizona's primary election just days away, Welch brings in Republican consultant Chip Scutari and Democrat Stacy Pearson to break down the most competitive races, including the GOP governor's primary between Andy Biggs and David Schweikert, the attorney general's race, and a crowded CD1 field. The panel also weighs in on what the early ballot returns and independent voter enthusiasm could signal heading into the general election this fall.
AOC accused of putting on new accent during Memphis rally: 'Going full Kamala'
Critics compared Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Kamala Harris after her Memphis rally speech, accusing her of putting on a fake southern accent.
Cowboys 2026 roster rundown: CB Caelen Carson
What are your expectations for Caelen Carson?
Jim Parsons says he wouldn’t star on ‘The Big Bang Theory’ again ‘for any amount of money’
Despite the fame and accolades, ‘The Big Bang Theory’ star Jim Parsons says that the show’s cultural peak was ‘stressful’ and ‘miserable,’ admitting that he wouldn’t do it again ‘for any amount of money.’
Former NFL player arrested for arson at West Melbourne business, officials say
Former NFL player arrested for arson at West Melbourne business, officials say
The Mets May Have Have to Trade Francisco Lindor
The New York Mets have been an utter disaster in 2026–and now, it may be time to blow it all up. That could entail trading Francisco Lindor. The Mets are taking offers on all players other than Carson Benge, Juan Soto, Christian Scott, AJ Ewing, and Nolan McLean. Notably, that leaves out star infielders Bo Bichette and […] The post The Mets May Have Have to Trade Francisco Lindor appeared first on HEAVY.
Carson College of Business expands certificate offerings to build Washington’s workforce
The expanded Carson Pro portfolio includes a new supply chain management certificate and a partnership with Ziplines Education to offer certificates in artificial intelligence as well as high-demand business skills.
Browns young cornerstone already in elite company after rookie season
He may only be entering his second season in the NFL, but Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger already finds himself in elite conversations
Packers’ Edgerrin Cooper named top-10 linebacker by ESPN
Edgerrin Cooper was the second-youngest linebacker in the top-10, only behind Carson Schwesinger
2026 NASCAR Odds: Denny Hamlin Favored For North Wilkesboro; Kyle Larson Second
NASCAR is heading to North Wilkesboro for the first points race at the track in 30 years. Who will take the checkered flag? Here are the early odds.
Arson investigation underway after beloved L.A. Mexican market
An arson investigation is underway after a fire destroyed a beloved family-owned Mexican market in Sun Valley.
Fire being investigated as possible arson destroys beloved Sun Valley market
The owner's son said police showed the family video that appears to show the alleged arsonist behind the blaze. The family does not know who would want to target them.
Twins select Longhorns star catcher Carson Tinney with 43rd pick
Carson Tinney hears his name called in the first night of the MLB Draft. The Texas Longhorns catcher is headed to the Minnesota Twins.
Packers Get New Micah Parsons Injury Prediction From NFL Exec
The Green Bay Packers have multiple question marks to answer ahead of the 2026 NFL season, but none of them are bigger than the one about superstar pass rusher Micah Parsons. Last offseason, the Packers pulled off a blockbuster trade with the Dallas Cowboys to acquire Parsons. Unfortunately, after a strong start to the season, […] The post Packers Get New Micah Parsons Injury Prediction From NFL Exec appeared first on HEAVY.
MLB World Reacts To San Francisco Giants Drafting Intriguing Pitcher
On Saturday, the San Francisco Giants played the third game of their series with the Colorado Rockies at Oracle Park.They won by a score of 4-2.MLB World Reacts To SF Giants Drafting PitcherAlso on Saturday, the Giants selected Carson Bolemon in the first round of the 2026 MLB Draft.SFGProspects wrote: “With the 29th pick in […] The post MLB World Reacts To San Francisco Giants Drafting Intriguing Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.
Vikings Get Surprising Quarterback Proposal Out of Nowhere
The Minnesota Vikings and head coach Kevin O’Connell will be entering training camp with a quarterback battle on their hands.As of right now, the overwhelming expectation is that Kyler Murray will end up being the Week 1 starter. However, Murray will face competition from both J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz.Murray and McCarthy are the clear […] The post Vikings Get Surprising Quarterback Proposal Out of Nowhere appeared first on HEAVY.
New York Yankees @ Washington Nationals: Ryan Weathers vs. Carson Palmquist
A youthful and exciting Washington team awaits the Bombers in their first-half finale.
Indiana: Stop playing politics with kids' food.
In Indiana, over 650,000 kids are without consistent meals this summer because the state opted out of an important federal food program. I just introduced a bill to change that.The Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) program is designed to fill a gap for kids who typically rely on free meals at school. It’s a win-win program: the federal government covers the cost of the food benefits. Congress has already approved it, and it’s set to go — signed, sealed, and ready to be delivered to 650,000 Hoosier kids in need. That’s how the program works in other states.
Western Nevada College students engage in science research, bring education to life
While many college students spend summer break away from campus, a dedicated group of Western Nevada College student researchers devoted a month advancing biomedical science through paid research experiences as […]
Sam Altman arson suspect remains in custody as mental health report filed
A mental health evaluation report found Daniel Moreno Gama eligible for mental health diversion.
Frankie Grande suffers concussion after prop hits him on the stage during Broadway show
Frankie Grande suffered a gnarly set of injuries, including a concussion, after a prop hit him on stage during a routine performance of ‘Titaníque.” He stars with Deborah Cox and Jim Parsons in the Broadway musical.
Extracurricular: Finding their tribe
The first clue that Monica Carson and David Lo have arrived at San Diego Comic-Con isn’t the elaborate costumes. It’s the conversations they strike up with fellow fans.
Evidence in action: how science helps us make better decisions
Anita Chandran reviews Beyond Belief: How Evidence Shows What Really Works by Helen Pearson
Carson Cooper Turns Heads with Outstanding NBA Summer League Debut
The former Spartan standout stole the spotlight in Memphis, flashing explosive athleticism and a surprising perimeter game to prove his versatile skill set belongs on the professional stage.
Green Bay Packers Roster Preview: Edge Rushers
Without Micah Parsons, the Packers’ edge rusher room doesn’t have much experience
Kentville man collects ticks for science
Glen Parsons collecting ticks behind his home in 2019. First it was for search, but now it's for public awareness.
Gen Z traders launched a trading platform to fight bad 'finfluencer' advice
Ivan Patriki and Carson Hein founded QuantMap to counter the bad info they say is all over social media and to give traders better tools to succeed.
Politics Unplugged Podcast: Headlines with Stacy Pearson and Marcus Dell’Artino
The Politics Unplugged panel breaks down a possible Arizona special session tied to ESA vouchers, union protections and ballot measures. The discussion centers on whether lawmakers could unwind late-night legislation that angered teachers, police and firefighters. They also examine Gov. Katie Hobbs’ political leverage and why both parties may have reasons to cut a deal. Later, the podcast turns to Trump tax cuts, Democratic Socialists, the White House reflecting pool controversy and the World Cup.
Trump’s stunt on the housing bill seems like a very bad idea
President Donald Trump is a familiar legislative arsonist. He’ll often throw curveballs at the last minute that give congressional leaders fits – especially in his own party.
Fire at Whiteaker business now being investigated as arson
KVAL CBS 13 is the news, sports and weather source for Eugene, Oregon and nearby communities, including Springfield, Santa Clara, Coburg, Pleasant Hill, Creswell, Churchill, Alvadore, Marcola, Dexter, Thurston, Junction City, Brownsville, Harrisburg, Alvadore, Veneta and Alpine.
A heartfelt and emotional ‘Tick, Tick... Boom!’ from Triune Entertainment
Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical musical is performed with a wonderful blend of harmonies in the ensemble numbers.
South Side Street Fest launches Saturday along East Carson Street
South Side Street Fest kicks off Saturday night on East Carson Street, featuring live music and entertainment from 10 p.m. until 2 a.m.
Herring Gut Coastal Science Center welcomes two new members to Advisory Council
PORT CLYDE — Two distinguished leaders in environmental science and communications have been appointed to Herring Gut Coastal Science Center's Advisory Council: Claire Parsons and Melissa Waterman. The Advisory Council provides strategic guidance and expertise to support Herring Gut's mission of educating students and communities about the connections between Maine's waters, environment, and economy.
For once, Cowboys enter NFL summer break free of contract drama
After years of offseason contract battles involving stars like Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons, Dallas heads into the summer with rare peace and quiet
Braves vs. Giants June 17 Game 2: Chat and Discussion
JR Ritchie vs. Carson Whisenhunt to conclude a long day for the Braves
“The Big Bang Theory ”cast: See Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, and their brainy costars, then and now
The stars have continued to make waves in film, television, and theater — among other career milestones.
Newry: Two vans belonging to local business destroyed in arson
It happened at about 23:25 BST on Friday in North Street in Newry, County Down.
Arson convictions are getting thrown out. Experts blame 'junk science'
At least eight Michiganians convicted of arson have been exonerated since 2012. Some say it reflects agencies using debunked investigative techniques.
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. to visit Fort Carson, Colorado
Inbox: That’s part of the beauty of this sport
Micah Parsons is real in everything he says and everything he does
Packers' Tucker Kraft reveals target return date from torn ACL
The Green Bay Packers will be without Micah Parsons for a while still, but Tucker Kraft has a more optimistic recovery timeline.
Micah Parsons' Caleb Williams prediction should worry Packers fans
Micah Parsons singled out Caleb Williams when asked who could become the NFL's best player, adding more momentum to the Bears quarterback's rise.
Carson College of Business student consultants boost Washington hotels’ performance
WSU business students put their consulting skills to work this spring, developing recommendations that could shape operations at two Washington hotels.
NASCAR at Michigan, starting lineup for 2026 FireKeepers Casino 400
The NASCAR Cup Series is in Brooklyn, Michigan, on Sunday, June 7, for the FireKeepers Casino 400. Denny Hamlin and the No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota will start the race in the pole position. Carson Hocevar will start the…
Dr. Andrew Parsons: Dr. ChatGPT is getting remarkably good at diagnosing health problems — but actual doctors are still better at weighing treatment options
A father is worried about his toddler, who has been running a fever for two days and pulling at one ear. A 65-year-old woman has been getting winded on her morning walks and feeling more fatigued than usual. Both reach for their phones and type their symptoms into an AI
Arson investigation underway after fire outside health facility in Camden County
An arson investigation is underway after a fire outside a health facility in Camden County, New Jersey.
How Rachel Carson's Silent Spring changed the world in 1962
Rachel Carson’s look at the dire effects of industrial and agricultural pollution birthed the modern environmental movement when it was first published – and remains as crucial a read today, finds Rowan Hooper
Micah Parsons says he has 4 months left in ACL recovery; Packers pass rusher on track for October return
Remembrance: Larry Larson made a strong mark on Atlanta’s arts scene
An appreciation of the late Larry Larson, the playwright, stage and film actor and radio personality who made a strong mark on Atlanta’s arts scene starting in 1970.
Kane Parsons' Backrooms Spells a YouTube Conquest of the Film Biz
Three YouTubers' theatrical hits this year — including Kane Parsons' 'Backrooms' this weekend — hint at a new economic order even many in the business may not be ready for
Low-budget horror films from YouTubers conquer the box office
"Backrooms," a film based on 20-year-old Kane Parsons’s popular YouTube series of the same name, debuted to $81.4 million at the U.S. and Canada box office this weekend, setting a
Richard E. Carson, Ph.D., receives SNMMI 2026 Paul C. Aebersold Award for Outstanding Achievement in Basic Nuclear Medicine Science
Richard E. Carson, PhD, has been named the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Paul C. Aebersold Award. Carson is professor of Biomedical Engineering and of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, as well as emeritus director of the Yale PET Center. The award was announced by the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) during its 2026 Annual Meeting.
Gordon, UCLA 2-sport freshman, in transfer portal as track athlete
UCLA's Karson Gordon has entered the NCAA transfer portal as a track and field athlete with plans to play football, he confirmed on social media Friday.
Backrooms is at the forefront of horror’s YouTube wave
Filmmakers like Kane Parsons are getting their start on YouTube, before moving to bigger productions.
Prep talk: Last of four softball-playing Justman sisters wants to go out a City champion
Zoe Justman will try to help Granada Hills High win the City Section Open Division softball title on Friday against Carson.
Granada Hills, Carson advance to a fourth straight final meeting to decide City Section softball title
Granada Hills defeats San Pedro 12-9 in Open Division semifinals; Carson eliminates Birmingham 12-2
SCSU Softball Places Five on Collegiate Sports Communicators Academic All-District Teams
Southern Connecticut State University softball standouts Sophia Angiolini, Izzy Ingersoll, Olivia Young, Nadia Cestari and Brianna Pearson were named to the Collegiate Sports Communicators (CSC) for the 2026 season. To qualify for the award, athletes must be at least a sophomore athletically and academically with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. On the field, athletes must compete in 90% of games or start 66% of them.
From garage startup to community staple: Greener Good opens new ‘creative reuse hub’ in Arlington Heights
Amanda Moller can hardly believe the business she co-founded with her mom in her garage nearly seven years ago has grown tenfold. Now, Moller and her mother, Beth Parsons, have shifted their operation...
Harris tells Pearson 'your fight is for America': Week in Politics
Plus, Blackburn hosts a policy summit and Cohen endorses Molder in the 5th Congressional District.
WATCH: Local business reopens after north Phoenix arson damages multiple storefronts
More than three months after police said a man set fire to a shopping center in north Phoenix, businesses are starting to recover and reopen.
Veteran Free Agent Pass-Rusher Suggested for Green Bay Packers
With Micah Parsons sidelined and the pass-rush depth chart thin, the Green Bay Packers could reunite veteran Haason Reddick with defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon to stabilize their front.
Iowa Appeals court upholds Waukon business owner’s arson, animal death offenses
The Iowa Court of Appeals agrees with the Allamakee County District Court that the convictions against a Waukon woman were reached fairly and will stand.
South Side moves to establish funded business district for East Carson Street
The South Side is working to reestablish a funded community organization to focus on maintaining and improving its East Carson Street business district.
Prep talk: Carson High's Tatum brothers are rising cricket players
Johnny and Johnathon Tatum will leave on trip to England this summer for international cricket tournament.
Stephen Colbert's final 'Late Show' airs Thursday. Here’s how other great late-night hosts said their goodbyes.
From Carson to Conan, there’s a long history of late-night television hosts leaving an unforgettable impression as they sign off for the last time.
'Manifestly Disproportionate': Southampton Executive Reacts To Championship Playoff Expulsion
Southampton heads into its appeal against expulsion from the Championship playoff final believing its punishment is “manifestly disproportionate" to any previous sanction in English soccer.
Astros Roster Moves: McCullers to IL; Meyers, Pearson Activated
The Houston Astros starter was scratched from his scheduled start today vs. Minnesota. The Astros have placed RHP Lance McCullers Jr. on the 15-day IL (retro 5/16) due to right shoulder inflammation. The team also optioned UT Shay Whitcomb to Triple-A Sugar Land. Houston has reinstated CF Jake Meyers and RHP Nate Pearson from the Injured List. […]
2026 KPAX-Scheels Sports Awards: Big Sky's Averi Larson and Cormack Batt
It's our final day of introducing you to our finalists for this year's KPAX-Scheels Sports Awards, and today, we meet the duo from Big Sky High School in Averi Larsen and Cormack Batt.
How to Encourage Mental Health Conversations With Your Teen
Psychologist Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble, founder of The AAKOMA Project, joins TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager and guest co-host Carson Daly to share tips from her new book called “Rise and Thrive: A Mental Health Workbook for Youth and for the Young Person Inside All of Us.” She shares how to identity if your child is struggling, ways to encourage conversation, and what to do if someone is experiencing a mental crisis.
Carson aims for hotel, entertainment, and housing in Civic Center revamp
Earlier this year, the City of Carson adopted a new specific plan aiming to guide the redevelopment of its 1970s era Civic Center. Now the City begins the hunt for a development team to execute that vision.
A prayer festival calls for more religion in politics, not less
A prayer festival on the National Mall in Washington, DC was partially organized and funded by the federal government. Its evangelical Christian messaging and call for more religion in politics not less, aligns with the Trump administration's fusion of faith and governance. NPR's Emily Feng went to the event to understand the audience for this approach, and she spoke with author Eric Metaxas, a speaker at the Rededicate 250 festival.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Henry Larson, with audio engineering by It was edited by Sarah Robbins and Daniel Burke.Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
Trump Wants Johnny Carson Back. He Might Want to Think Again
Donald Trump has called for Johnny Carson to come back as he feuds with late-night comedians like Jimmy Kimmel. He might want to rethink his wish.
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) May 17, 2026
This week on Politics Unplugged, John Trobough, candidate for Congress in District 1, makes his case for the job and shares his view of the war in Iran. Then, Consultants Marcus Dell’Artino and Stacy Pearson discuss Kari Lake’s nomination for ambassador to Jamaica and the state budget negotiations.
NFL schedule winners and losers: Packers get soft beginning, Patriots face toughest start in 40 years
Here are a few initial winners and losers from the 2026 NFL schedule release.
NBA Star Kevin Love on Helping Kids Learn About Mental Health
NBA champion Kevin Love joins TODAY’s Carson Daly to talk about his nonprofit, the Kevin Love Fund, a free program for kids that provides tools to help them understand and overcome mental health struggles. Love explains how his curriculum can be implemented in schools, shares how Simone Biles thanked him for his work, and opens up about how his mission set the foundation for him as a father.
'A political earthquake' hits Connecticut with Bronin beating Larson
In the end, Bronin picked up a dozen West Hartford votes and beat Larson 214-204.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the new food pyramid
U.S. Health and Human Service (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. hosts U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins at the HHS Headquarters for the celebration of a major announcement. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary kicked off the event. Speakers included Kelly Loeffler, United States Administrator of the Small Business Administration, Jay Bhattacharya, Director of the National Institutes of Health of the United States, Ben Carson, National Advisor for Nutrition, Health, and Housing at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Jim O’Neill, United States Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services, Brian Christine, Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and Kyle Diamantas, Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (USDA photo by Christophe Paul)
Community encouraged to support East William Street businesses during construction
As construction continues on the East William Street Project, Carson City Public Works encourages the community to visit businesses located along the corridor more now than ever. Restaurants, shops, and […]
Science Hill holds off William Blount to open region tournament
DANDRIDGE — Trailing by one run, William Blount was in great position to tie or retake the lead. Lead-off batter Karson Hard opened the sixth frame with a base hit
Cardinals rookie Karson Sharar's patience paid off
Patience paid dividends for former Iowa linebacker Karson Sharar, as he turned starting reps as a senior into a shot at NFL glory.
Savannah Guthrie returns to 'Today' after unexpected mid-show exit
Savannah Guthrie returned to 'Today' Thursday following an unexpected mid-show exit in the middle of Wednesday's broadcast.
Cowboys 'feel really good' about Micah Parsons trade, but re-signing him still would have been the better move
The Cowboys traded Micah Parsons instead of extending him. Here's a full breakdown of the move, what Dallas gained and whether their rebuilt defense can succeed in 2026.
Cowboys Reload Defense After Micah Parsons Trade
Dallas reshapes its defense after trading Micah Parsons, adding Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark to anchor a new-look unit.
Court says lies used against Wyoming legislators are politics as usual
Freedom Caucus beat a defamation case by convincing a judge its leaders believed the falsehoods they told, opines columnist Kerry Drake.
Jester, Neel inducted into Greater Binghamton Sports HOF
VESTAL, N.Y. - Binghamton Athletics staff members Brian Jester and Roger Neel were inducted with the Class of 2026 in the Greater Binghamton Sports Hall of Fame. The pair were among 12 individuals and one team selected celebrated Monday night at the Doubletree by Hilton in downtown Binghamton. Legendary NFL Hall of Fame and New York Giants linebacker Harry Carson was the featured speaker.
CAA Baseball Weekly Awards
Campbell senior infielder Joey Morton was selected as the CAA baseball Player of the Week, while Charleston junior Carson Bryant received CAA Pitcher of the Week honors. Campbell freshman outfielder Carlos Lugo repeated as the CAA Rookie of the Week.
‘All INdiana Politics’
On Sunday's edition of "All INdiana Politics," U.S. Rep. André Carson discussed the potential impact of a recent Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act, as well as a shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner. News 8's Garrett Bergquist and the two members of the "All INdiana Politics" team provided an overview of the upcoming state Senate primary races in Tuesday's election.
Hocevar explains whether his iconic burnout is a new tradition
Carson Hocevar explains whether his iconic, hang-out-of-the-car burnout is now a tradition after winning Friday's Truck Series race at Texas.
Punk Politics/Camp Costume is a fashion exhibition curated by (some of my) brilliant Parsons students!
I have the most amazing students. I teach Fashion Journalism at Parsons, as part of its MA Fashion Studies degree, though I have students of all different disciplines throughout the New School in my class — from fine-art photographers to investigative journalists to textile designers. And I learn about all sorts of fascinating things from them, like that designers are adding faux sweat stains to their garments now (part of a trend piece about “anatomy core”) and that real “French girl style” is actually about being “cunti cunta” (aka loud, rude, too much, liberated). So when I found out that some of my students were curating a fashion exhibition opening tonight(!!!), I just knew that it would be brilliant too. Wearable Art is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe It’s called Punk Politics/Camp Costuming1, and it’s up through May 10 at La Sudestada, the wonderful gallery and concept store in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. I asked the exhibit’s lead curator, Ella Birney (a talented costume and knitwear designer from Belfast who also happens to be in my class), all about it. This conversation has been edited for length and clarity. Tell me about the idea of this exhibition and how it came about. Ella Birney: For our Fashion Curation class, we had to pitch [exhibition] proposals to our professor, Jessica [Glasscock], and I really wanted to continue on the themes that I was exploring in my BA when I was studying in London a couple of years ago. My BA was very punk-inspired and very political. Everything I do, as you know from my writing, always has a slight Irish, political twist to it2. So in my BA project, it was looking at knitwear as a conveyor for exploring political identity in somewhere like Ireland, where identity is such a point of contention. And looking at the images that I generated from that project, there was something so camp about the whole thing. Like, it’s so playful and in bad taste to do a political message — like a knitted Union Jack — out of mohair. There’s something very camp about that. So that’s where it kind of became punk politics/camp costuming — looking at how from the 1970s to now there’s been protest through costume and clothing. What was your BA in? It was fashion textiles, knitwear. Very craft heavy, which — craft is never taken seriously either. That’s also a kind of spin [on the punk/camp thing]. The Union Jack knit that you made is included in the show — what is camp about knitting a Union Jack out of mohair? The whole ethos of camp is kind of bad taste, doing things that are tongue in cheek and a bit wink, wink, nudge, nudge. Like, this is a bit silly. Everything I do is like, this is a bit silly. Like, being from the North of Ireland, everything you do is political. So it’s like, everything is going to be looked at in a certain lens anyway, so we may as well lean into it. So the Union Jack was because I come from a mixed marriage — Protestant-Catholic. And in the North of Ireland, that’s still a big deal. And even though I’m a Catholic and brought up in a very like Catholic Nationalist family, there [were] Union Jacks [the symbol of the United Kingdom] on my street. So I was like, then I’m gonna make your Union Jack out of knitwear. And then that kind of all linked back to the punk movement that Vivian Westwood forefronted in the late 70s, [with her stores] Let It Rock and Seditionaries. How did you source your items? Once we decided on this exhibition idea, everyone in the class was put to [think about] what do you think can fit into punk politics/camp costuming and finding designers that fit that brief. Me and my co-curators, Dulcinea Flores and Allison Gramando, made a brief to send out — with a mood board and color stories, stuff like that — and then everyone kind of got to work emailing people. We reached out to other Parsons grads. Even through Instagram stories we’ve been able to reach so many people who were like, Yeah, of course, I’ll write something for this, or Please — let me submit stuff. It actually was quite easy sourcing things. … The Parsons thing gets you quite far. What were some great pieces you got? There’s a Brooklyn-based, nonbinary artist called Buzz Slutsky. I can’t even remember how I found them, but I came across this crazy, shoe thing — they had made all these different shoes out of papier-mâché, and the story behind them is so fantastic, so interesting. They were just so obliging, like, Of course, you can have these for a few weeks. I was really happy about that. And then we have art from a collective here called Art Comes First. And they lent loads of really amazing pieces that just tied everything together. You have your Union Jack knit in the show too. Any other pieces that you made? There’s three of my BA mohair knits. There’s the Union Jack. There’s a mohair with the word “No” — which is based on an old political campaign in Ireland that was “Ulster says no to sodomy.” And then there’s another one that is red, white and blue, like the Union Jack, but has the word “Catholic” on it and lots of holy medals. I’m so happy I got to include those. How many pieces are in the show? Between 49 and 52, something like that. A load of clothing and accessories, shoes. There’s a Brooklyn-based Irish photographer who’s given us photos. There’s also a shopping cart that is an art piece by Art Comes First that has gold knuckle dusters as the handles. There’s also lots of T-shirts, original pins from the 70s and 80s that were from people’s dads. I also brought my record player, and all of [co-curator] Allison’s dad’s original albums so everyone could play records. Oh my gosh! Yeah, it’s cool. Anything else you would like to add? If we get to do an exhibition, why would we not make it political in this day and age? I hope that people come. There’s a lot of history, because it starts back in the 70s. It’s not like chronological or anything, but there are historical objects. I hope people come out of it thinking, out of all the really horrendous decades of the 70s and 80s and 90s, all these amazing subcultures happened. There are horrible political times, but there’s art that comes out of it that lasts. Punk Politics/Camp Costume is on view May 1-10 at La Sudestada, 67 West St. Suite 513, Greenpoint, Brooklyn. RSVP for the opening Friday May 1 6pm-8pm here. There’s also a button-making and patch-making workshop and artist talk May 9. Follow the show’s Instagram page @punkxcamp.parsons. Special shout out to all the students who put on this show: Ella Birney (lead curator), Dulcinea Flores (curator), Allison Gramando (curator), Pierre Sanon (lead exhibition designer), Eliana Daneshvari (exhibition designer), Reilly Lowell (editor), Jess Gayo (researcher/writer), Joyce Gayo (researcher/writer), Maria Magdalena Ugarte Montero (researcher/writer), Cassidy Colarik (exhibition press officer), Shelby Shovein (educator), Sarah Mahnke-Baum (educator), Trinidy Coleman (graphic designer), and Leonie Soravia (project manager). Jessica Glasscock was the faculty advisor. 1 The website is definitely worth checking out. 2 This is true!
Work on Parson Meat Science Lab continues, set to open in July
The director of the Parson Meat Science Education and Training Lab at the University of Missouri, Bryon Wiegand, tells Brownfield the facility is on track to open in the summer. “We’re right down down to the short rows. I tell some people that it’s a little bit like building a new house. And this is […]
If it feels like the world is rejecting science and truth, here are five ways to fight back
All of us can choose to consider facts, not vibes, in our next decision. One simple hack is go and look up some easily accessible peer-reviewed studies, says science journalist and author Helen Pearson
Carson Hocevar, NASCAR’s next star, has arrived ... and he’s hanging out the driver’s window
Carson Hocevar claims his first win as a Cup series driver at Talladega, and unleashed a unique celebration as he did.
Hocevar claims first Cup victory at Talladega; massive wreck collects more than 20 cars
Carson Hocevar claims his first win as a Cup series driver at Talladega.