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USM Music Faculty to Perform at Carnegie Hall

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-01-07 12:00:44

SUMMARY: Three faculty members and a student from The University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Music will perform a chamber music program at Carnegie Hall on January 11 at 8 p.m. The program includes a world premiere of music by Kazandjiev, a US premiere of music by Poturlyan, and selections by Piazzolla and Brahms. The faculty members and student performing are Dr. Borislava Iltcheva, Dr. Michael Bunchman, Dr. Hsiaopei Lee, and Alexander Ilchev. They will showcase their talent and represent the School of Music at Carnegie Hall, receiving support from the Blueprint Foundation. Dr. Iltcheva is excited to represent the School of Music, where she is a violin professor, and she’s also very proud of her students.

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Extra caution advised for motorists in wake of winter storm

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-01-22 17:32:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is urging motorists to exercise caution following a winter storm that left ice on roads, bridges, and overpasses across southern counties. Crews are actively treating these areas with de-icing materials. However, low temperatures tonight may refreeze treated surfaces, leading to potential black ice, particularly on bridges. Despite improvements in conditions, MDOT warns that hazardous driving conditions persist in the affected coastal counties. The agency advises safe driving practices, including slowing down, being cautious near shaded areas, and avoiding distractions. For updates, visit GoMDOT.com/winter or follow MDOT on social media.

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MDOT urges emergency travel only in wake of winter storm

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-01-22 11:15:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) advises emergency travel only in areas affected by a recent winter storm, with ice reported on roads in 21 counties. Crews are actively treating affected roadways, focusing on southeastern and coastal areas. However, low temperatures tonight may refreeze treated surfaces. Key closures include the State Route 609 bridge in Jackson County and the I-110 and U.S. 90 bridges in Harrison County. MDOT encourages cautious travel, reminding drivers to watch for ice, reduce speed, maintain distance, and avoid distractions. For updates, visit GoMDOT.com/winter or download the MDOT Traffic app.

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Prince Harry settles lawsuit with Rupert Murdoch’s newspapers after ‘full’ apology

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www.wxxv25.com – NBC NEWS – 2025-01-22 07:12:00

SUMMARY: Prince Harry and his legal team reached a last-minute settlement with Rupert Murdoch’s News Group Newspapers (NGN) over claims of unlawful activities, including phone hacking and surveillance. The settlement includes a full apology to Harry, though it ends his attempt to expose the publisher’s wrongdoings in court. The Duke of Sussex had sued NGN, accusing its journalists and private investigators of intruding into his private life, including actions related to his late mother, Princess Diana. The settlement also covers legal fees and damages. Harry’s decision to settle concludes his long-running legal battle against the publisher.

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