It’s an thrilling time for South Florida sports activities followers. The Warmth and the Panthers are each within the playoffs. I don’t imply they’re enjoying in opposition to one another; they’re in two utterly completely different sports activities (extra on this later).
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That is the primary time South Florida has had two groups within the playoffs concurrently since each time the final time it occurred. So this can be a probability for South Floridians to step up and present the remainder of the nation what sort of sports activities followers we may be.
I’ll be blunt: We’ve a repute for being horrible followers. Folks say we’re not as loyal as followers in locations like Detroit, who love their groups irrespective of how a lot they suck (which, within the case of Detroit, is rather a lot). Folks say we South Floridians are bandwagon-jumpers who take note of our groups solely once they’re profitable. They are saying that even after we do go to video games, we present up late and depart early and don’t truly watch the sport as a result of we’re within the VIP lounge ingesting $27 mojitos and taking selfies with superstar deejays.
These allegations are in fact true. We South Floridians will not be just like the followers in Detroit. However that’s as a result of — with all due respect to them — we now have the sense to not reside in Detroit. Which means we now have decisions. On, say, a Sunday in December, we might go to a Dolphins sport, however we might additionally go to the seashore, or have an out of doors barbecue. Whereas for Detroit followers, attending an out of doors barbecue in December would imply instantaneous demise. They don’t have any selection however to observe the Lions.
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However we South Floridians could possibly be higher followers, and now’s our probability to show it. Should you’d prefer to climb aboard the Warmth and Panthers bandwagons, however you’re not sure about among the technical particulars corresponding to what particular sports activities are concerned, don’t fear, as a result of I’ve ready the next Information To The Playoffs For Informal South Florida Sports activities Followers:
THE SPORTS: The Miami Warmth performs skilled basketball, which is the game during which tall males in shorts spend 48 minutes gesturing angrily that they’ve been fouled. The Florida Panthers play ice hockey, whereby bearded Canadians on skates repeatedly crash into one another in pursuit of the “puck,” a tiny and presumably mythological object that solely Canadians can see.
WHERE THE TEAMS PLAY: The Warmth play in downtown Miami in But One other Rattling Cryptocurrency Firm Area, previously referred to as AmericanAirlines Area, or, as we old-time Miamians name it, Joe Robbie Stadium. The Panthers play someplace in Broward. I don’t know particularly the place as a result of I reside in Dade and thus have by no means been up there.
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THE OPPONENTS: The Warmth are enjoying the Boston Celtics, a crew with a wealthy storied basketball custom of committing fouls. The Panthers are enjoying a crew of Canadians from the opposite aspect of the state, the Tampa Bay Gents Golf equipment.
THE COACHES: The Warmth head coach is Erik Spoelstra, an especially severe particular person who, since taking the reins of the crew at age 14, has earned the respect of the league by sustaining the facial features of a person who has a sea urchin lodged in his bowels. And that’s when he’s joyful. The Panthers head coach is Andrew Brunette. All we learn about him at this level is that he’s Canadian and his identify may be rearranged to spell “A Newer Nerd Butt.”
THE PLAYERS: Each the Warmth and the Panthers may have gamers.
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COURTSIDE CELEBRITY RAP ARTISTS: The Warmth’s beginning courtside superstar rap artist is “DJ Khaled,” a big spherical particular person whose perform is to be seen on digicam taking on house. I don’t know if the Panthers have a courtside superstar rap artist, however presumably in the event that they do, she or he is Canadian. Perhaps Celine Dion.
HOW TO WATCH ON TV: The Warmth video games might be broadcast on both ABC or ESPN, or presumably ESPN2, Hulu, ESPNLite, Peacock, ESPNZero, HBO or Twitter. For safety causes the precise broadcast platform is not going to be revealed till after the video games are over. The Panthers’ video games is not going to be televised down right here as a result of, as famous earlier, non-Canadians can’t see the “puck.”
HOW TO LISTEN TO THE GAMES ON THE RADIO: You can’t be severe.
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So there you might have it, South Floridians: All the knowledge it is advisable be an knowledgeable fan through the playoffs. Let’s present the remainder of the nation that we may be actual followers, OK? Let’s be the sort of followers who help our groups whether or not they win or lose. Until in fact they really DO lose, or it’s a very nice day, during which case let’s go to the seashore.
NORTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) – Rescue crews took a 15-year-old girl to the hospital after, police said, she became the victim of a shooting in Northwest Miami-Dade.
Miami-Dade Police and Fire Rescue units responded to the scene of the incident at the McDonald’s at Northwest Seventh Avenue and 95th Street, at around 10:15 p.m. on Friday.
Investigators said the teen was wounded in the shoulder while at the fast food restaurant.
Paramedics brought the victim to Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Ryder Trauma Center.
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Detectives are questioning one person. They believe the shooting was accidental.
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French chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten might be known for his culinary empire, but now the famous chef is expanding his reach with his first-ever residential project: Jean-Georges Miami Tropic Residences.
Vongerichten partnered with developers Terra and Lion Development Group to launch the 48-story tower, which will house 329 condos ranging from one to four bedrooms. The building will have 41,000 square feet of amenity spaces, including landscaped gardens, a swimming pool with cabanas, a private rooftop restaurant, and a podcast recording studio. The ground floor of the building will have 27,500 square feet of high-end retail space. New York-based design firm Yabu Pushelberg is responsible for all of the interior spaces and Arquitectonica did the architecture. It’s located in the bustling Design District, known for its ultra-luxe stores, impressive art galleries, public art, and historic architecture.
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“Yabu Pushelberg’s timeless design in the homes and spaces throughout the building is simultaneously serene and vibrant,” says David Martin, CEO of Terra. “The goal was to create a multi-layered experience. From the entrance to the residences, every detail reflects Yabu Pushelberg and Jean-Georges’ joint vision of fine living and entertaining.”
Previously, Vongerichten worked with Yabu Pushelberg to design The Fulton by Jean-Georges in New York, a waterfront restaurant within the city’s Seaport District. Unlike most of Miami’s white box interiors with stark-white walls and floors, Jean-Georges Miami Tropic Residences is infused with plenty of color that reflects the surrounding nature found in Miami. The interiors feature deep green hues, plenty of spectacular greenery. Walking through the entrance of the building is like walking through a garden oasis, with soaring green tiled walls and tropical plant-flanked walkway.
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“We integrated shades of green, natural woods, and stones found in the tropics as a nod to Miami’s lush environment, allowing the surrounding flora and fauna to influence the interiors,” George Yabu, co-founder of Yabu Pushelberg tells Forbes. “We also layered in bold, playful textures throughout the project and added vibrant commissioned art to pay homage to the culture of Miami’s Design District.”
The residences feature warm textures and hues, with warm wood, and rose-colored tiling in a few of the kitchen layouts, and a living room with colorful furniture with yellow and green hues. Each residence is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors that open to a terrace with incredible views of the city and water. There are two color palettes: dawn, reflecting the delicate hues of early morning light, and dusk, featuring evening-inspired hues. The kitchens in the dawn color palette features Crema Marfil marble countertops and an orange-brown ceramic tile backsplash, warm champagne metal accents, and Italian wood cabinetry with a Beachwood finish. Meanwhile, the dusk kitchens have Green Diabaz stone countertops, dark-blue ceramic tile backsplash, rubbed metal accents, and Italian wood cabinetry in a dark finish. One of Vongerichten’s primary focuses was creating a versatile and ergonomic kitchen. He helped select materials and appliances and wanted the island to be the focal point of each kitchen.
“Our friendship with Jean-Georges naturally evolved from being neighbors in the West Village to creative collaborators,” says Glenn Pushelberg, the other co-founder of Yabu Pushelberg. “Introducing him to this project felt like a perfect fit—not only as a friend but as a visionary whose charisma and wisdom bring energy to every project. Our first collaboration, The Fulton restaurant, embraced the rich history of New York’s Pier 17, and with Miami Tropic, we drew similar inspiration from Miami’s vibrant surroundings, bringing to life the vision of the city we all dream of. Partnering with Jean-Georges to reimagine Miami living felt like a natural next step.”
While this is Vongerichten’s first residential project, it’s not his first foray outside of the restaurant space. This year, he helped open New York’s latest members’ club, Chez Margaux.
A masterplan has been unveiled for a coastal neighborhood in Bahrain which is partly inspired by the U.S. city of Miami.
Bilaj Al Jazayer Beach will span just over two miles of length along Bahrain’s coastline. According to an official release, the mixed-use district will draw inspiration from Miami’s low-rise Art Deco buildings combined with traditional local design.
The walkable locale will feature new homes, hotels, and retail options in addition to public green spaces and “state-of-the-art” amenities.
The city is designed around three main streets, which will be lined with native trees and are intended to encourage walking and cycling across the district.
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The site will be flanked by two large hotels, with smaller, boutique hotels positioned at 500-meter intervals throughout, and residential communities nestled in between.
Neighborhoods will incorporate shaded green courtyards and alleyways that the city’s designers say are inspired by Bahrain’s traditional design principles to create cool outdoor spaces.
At the heart of the development will lie a public surf park, featuring wave-generation technology to simulate the experience of a natural ocean environment on land.
The beach links to a network of piers stretching into the sea, forming protective coves to safeguard the shoreline, and a green park will serve to separate the beachfront from the main road.
“We are creating a green and walkable community on the beach, which offers a range of crafted experiences for residents and visitors,” said Gerard Evenden, head of Studio ar Foster + Partners, the firm behind the designs.
“The permeable development features tree-lined streets, shaded courtyards, and a spectacular public park that directly connects with the waterfront. Needless to say, the west-facing district will also offer some of the best sunset views in Bahrain,” Evenden added.
Newsweek has contacted Foster + Partners for comment via email form.
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Bahrain, officially the Kingdom of Bahrain, is a small island nation in the Persian Gulf, situated between Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
With a population of around 1.5 million, its economy primarily relies on oil, financial services, and tourism.
In neighboring Saudi Arabia, the first project for the country’s Neom megacity recently opened.
Known as Sindalah, the opening of the “luxury island destination” represented a significant milestone for the project, which has become the world’s biggest construction site as part of an effort by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to diversify the nation’s economy.
However, a recent report from human rights organization ALQST warned that companies working with the biggest construction projects in Saudi Arabia, which includes several American firms, run the risk of “political and reputational risks” as the projects face allegations of dangerous conditions and abuse of migrant workers.
The report came amid allegations that thousands of migrant construction workers have died or gone missing since 2017.
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