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S'gudi 'Snaysi | Overview | Overview
The series follows the misadventures of an unemployed man, S’dumo, who is taken in as a lodger by a family. Despite numerous money-making schemes, S’dumo consistently fails to pay his rent, relying on his charm to get by, particularly with the ladies. The show is set in a middle-class household in Protea Glen, Soweto and explores the dynamics between S’dumo and his hosts, which include Sis’ May, a widowed aunt, and her niece, Thoko, an aspiring actress.Sgudi Snaysi actress dies, IOL, 1 October 2008. Retrieved 1 May 2025 |
S'gudi 'Snaysi | Plot | Plot
S’dumo, portrayed by the late Joe Mafela, is a lovable but lazy lodger who moves in with Sis' May (Daphney Hlomuka) and her niece Thoko (Thembi Mtshali) in their Protea Glen,Soweto home. Sis' May, struggling to make ends meet following the death of her husband David, places an ad for a lodger, and S’dumo applies. Throughout the series, S’dumo devises various get-rich-quick schemes, but none ever succeed, much to the frustration of Sis' May. Despite his lack of success in financial matters, he manages to charm his housemates and win their affection. The show also features a quirky neighbour, Louisa (Gloria Mudau), who is suspicious of S’dumo’s antics and often acts as a foil to his schemes. Another recurring character is the Mfundisi (Israel Thabede), a well-meaning but confused religious figure who occasionally visits for tea.Joe Mandela, a giant of a man, 24 March 2017. Retrieved May 2025 |
S'gudi 'Snaysi | Cast | Cast
Joe Mafela as S’dumo, the charming but lazy lodger.
Daphney Hlomuka as Sis' May, the widowed aunt and head of the household.
Thembi Mtshali as Thoko, Sis' May's beautiful niece and aspiring actress and singer.Thembi Mtshali as Thoko, Bona magazine, retrieved 1 May 2025
Gloria Mudau as Louise, Sis' May's gossipy neighbour.Actress dies after long illness, News24, 5 September 2011. Retrieved 1 May 2025South African government pays tribute to actress Gloria Mudau, retrieved 1 May 2025
Israel Thabede as Mfundisi, a religious figure who visits the household and loves tea and cake. |
S'gudi 'Snaysi | Reception and legacy | Reception and legacy
S'gudi 'Snaysi became one of the most popular and beloved sitcoms in South African television history. Its relatable characters, humour, and portrayal of everyday life in South Africa resonated with audiences. The series consistently topped the SABC’s viewing figures and earned high ratings throughout its run.
The show also made a significant contribution to the careers of its cast, particularly Joe Mafela, who became a household name through his role as S’dumo. His performance was widely praised for bringing warmth and humour to the character of S’dumo, a role that showcased his comedic timing and charm. |
S'gudi 'Snaysi | Awards | Awards
The series won several awards, including:
Best Drama (1997) - Roberta Durrant for S'gudi 'Snaysi.
Best Actor (1997) - Joe Mafela for his role in S'gudi 'Snaysi.
Best Script (1997) - Richard Beynon for S'gudi 'Snaysi. |
S'gudi 'Snaysi | References | References |
S'gudi 'Snaysi | External links | External links
S'gudi Snaysi cast (images and details per character)
Category:South African television sitcoms
Category:Television shows set in South Africa
Category:1980s South African television series
Category:South African Broadcasting Corporation television shows |
S'gudi 'Snaysi | Table of Content | Orphan, Overview, Plot, Cast, Reception and legacy, Awards, References, External links |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | AfC submission | Coleman Douglas Pearls is a British jewellery brand specialising in natural and cultured pearls. Founded in London in 1989 by designer and pearl specialist Chrissie Douglas, the brand is recognised internationally for its innovative approach to pearl design, combining traditional craftsmanship with bold, contemporary aesthetics. Coleman Douglas Pearls is known for its handcrafted collections, bespoke commissions and a distinct focus on colour-matching pearls to individual clients' hair, eye and skin colour – a process that enhances the client’s natural beauty and reflects the brand's dedication to wearable, timeless jewellery.
The company produces its designs in-house, using responsibly sourced pearls, conflict-free diamonds, repurposed gold and Natural Pearls. Its designs range from classic and bridal collections to more avant-garde creations that incorporate leather, silk, wood and semi-precious stones.
Despite its international reputation, Coleman Douglas Pearls has remained a family-run business, thriving on personal service and word-of-mouth recommendations – having never paid for advertising. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | History | History |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Founding and early years | Founding and early years
Coleman Douglas Pearls was founded in 1989 by Chrissie Douglas, who began designing pearl jewellery while pregnant, aged 28. Drawing on her artistic heritage – born in Mexico City to two renowned painters – Chrissie was immersed in creativity and colour from a young age. Her passion for design was further influenced by her ancestor Alfred Smith, a pearl specialist and owner of A&J Smith Jewellers in Aberdeen, who spent hours fishing for natural freshwater pearls in Scotland’s Tay River. Studying his hand-drawn designs sparked Chrissie's lifelong fascination with pearls and their role in jewellery throughout history.
From the outset, Chrissie’s designs challenged traditional ideas of pearl jewellery. She experimented with pearls alongside semi-precious stones, leather, silk, wood and other unconventional materials, creating pieces that were bold yet wearable, refined yet expressive. The brand quickly earned a reputation for its artistry and innovation, such as the design “the body", a platinum chain, held together by two Tahitian pearls, draped across the torso.
Her unique vision was recognised when Lucia Van Der Post, writing for the Financial Times’ How To Spend It magazine, crowned Chrissie the "Pearl Queen" – a title that propelled the brand into the public eye. Coleman Douglas Pearls began showcasing collections in Harrods, Liberty of London and later Fortnum & Mason, while attracting attention from international buyers in Japan, the United States and beyond. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Design and craftsmanship | Design and craftsmanship
At the heart of Coleman Douglas Pearls is a commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, natural beauty and innovative design. Each piece of jewellery is handcrafted in the brand’s London studio, where founder Chrissie Douglas and her team work closely with clients to create elegant, personal and enduring designs. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Philosophy and style | Philosophy and style
Coleman Douglas Pearls redefines traditional pearl jewellery through a philosophy rooted in comfort, versatility and storytelling. Chrissie has always prioritised how jewellery feels as much as how it looks. She believes that pieces should be easy to wear, never overpowering and should tell a story unique to the wearer. This has led to the brand being associated with a sense of daily, subtle elegance – sophisticated, personal and effortlessly wearable.
"I create what I like to wear. It must be comfortable, versatile, unfussy, yet also tell a story – wearable art." ~ Chrissie Douglas
To ensure authenticity and maintain high standards, most Coleman Douglas Pearls designs include a hallmarked precious metal tag engraved with the brand’s logo. Where possible, pieces also feature a signature pearl clasp rather than a standard metal one, adding a refined, tactile quality to each creation. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Colour matching expertise | Colour matching expertise
One of Coleman Douglas Pearls’ most distinctive features is their expertise in pearl colour and shape matching. Chrissie and her team use their knowledge to identify the most flattering pearl tones for each individual’s skin tone, eye colour and hair colour.This personalisation creates what Chrissie describes as a “lighting-up” effect, where the lustre of the pearl enhances the natural beauty of the wearer.
While many associate pearls solely with classic white, Coleman Douglas Pearls offers an extensive spectrum of colours, including creamy gold, icy grey, peacock black, pastel blues and soft pinks – each carefully selected to harmonise with the wearer’s unique complexion.
"Most people think the classic white pearl is the only option. Although white is a good foundation, the right shade will make you look luminous, whilst the wrong shade can make you look washed out." ~ Chrissie Douglas |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Collections | Collections
Coleman Douglas Pearls has developed five key design collections:
Classic Collection - Timeless elegance and simplicity, ideal for everyday wear or informal occasions.
Bridal Collection - Designed to complement a bride's natural radiance with customisable pieces.
Warrior Collection - Bold, expressive pieces inspired by strength, rebellion and drama, often mixing leather and pearls.
Fine Jewellery - High-end, intricately crafted pieces made with rare pearls, precious metals and gemstones.
Natural Jewellery - High-end repurposing antique and vintage jewellery into wearable contemporary pearl designs.
In 2021, Chrissie partnered with her daughter Natalia to launch the “Back to Basics” range – a return to minimalism, showcasing primary pearl colours and classic settings in silver, yellow and rose gold, with an emphasis on personalised colour-matching. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Collaborations and commissions | Collaborations and commissions
Throughout its history, Coleman Douglas Pearls has been invited to collaborate with luxury brands, cultural institutions and major fashion names – further cementing its reputation as one of the UK’s most respected and imaginative pearl jewellery designers.
Tiffany & Co. / Iridesse Collaboration
In August 2004, Chrissie Douglas was selected by Tiffany & Co.'s pearl retail venture, Iridesse, as one of five internationally recognised jewellery designers to create exclusive cultured pearl collections. She was the only non-USA designer invited, alongside Erica Courtney, Anthony Camargo and David Nakard Armstrong of Anthony Nak, Christian Tse and Gabrielle Sanchez.
Robert Cepek, president of Iridesse, stated: "We believe each designer contributes their own personal interpretation of cultured pearl jewellery." Chrissie continues to be part of Iridesse’s core designer group. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Perles de Tahiti & GIE Collections | Perles de Tahiti & GIE Collections
One of the brand’s most significant partnerships was with Perles de Tahiti, who commissioned Chrissie Douglas to create three distinct pearl jewellery collections for fashion shows, exhibitions and editorial campaigns. These collections were designed to challenge the conventional perception of pearl jewellery and highlight its versatility across different style genres:
The Victorian/Edwardian Collection – Elegant designs with a historical flair, reminiscent of period jewellery.
Audrey Hepburn-Inspired Collection – Timeless pieces influenced by mid-century glamour and iconic femininity.
Biker Chic Collection – Edgy, rebellious designs combining leather and pearls, celebrating a modern, free-spirited energy. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary | Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary
In 2012, Coleman Douglas Pearls was invited to participate in Harley-Davidson’s 100th Anniversary celebration in London.The brand showcased several of its award-winning Biker Chic designs at a celebrity-studded retro-themed party. Inspired by the 1950s spirit of rebellion and self-expression, the event perfectly aligned with the Warrior Collection’s ethos of strength and statement-making style. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Natural History Museum & Touring Exhibition | Natural History Museum & Touring Exhibition
The brand was selected by the American Museum of Natural History (New York) to contribute pearl jewellery to its globally touring exhibition Pearls, which later became a permanent feature in the Earth Treasury at the Natural History Museum in London. The inclusion of Coleman Douglas designs marked a major institutional endorsement of Chrissie’s work and her status as a pearl authority. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Fortnum & Mason Collaboration | Fortnum & Mason Collaboration
In celebration of its 30th anniversary, Coleman Douglas Pearls collaborated with Fortnum & Mason, the prestigious British department store and Royal Warrant holder. From May to July 2019, the brand held a prominent showcase in Fortnum’s jewellery hall, culminating in a well-attended private event. The collaboration highlighted five pillars of the brand:
What’s Your Colour?
Bespoke Pearl Jewellery
Bridal Pearls
Leather & Pearl Jewellery
Fine Pearl Jewellery
Due to high demand, the event became one of Fortnum & Mason’s most oversubscribed guest list evenings that year. The collaboration between both brands continues to this day. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Fashion collaborations | Fashion collaborations
Coleman Douglas Pearls has worked with celebrated designers and events, including:
Graeme Black – Multiple pearl necklaces and bracelets were featured in his fashion shows, with pieces like the white freshwater pearl lariat and cuff bracelet appearing on several models.
Chelsea Festival – Alongside Amanda Wakeley and Vivienne Westwood, Coleman Douglas designs graced the catwalk, including a multi-strand torso piece, choker with collar and freshwater pearl cuff.
Dior – In June 1995, Coleman Douglas’ Titania Choker was featured in Lucia Van der Post’s Financial Times article, How to Spend It. This inspired John Galliano’s first Haute Couture Spring Summer 1997 collection for Dior as well as the ‘Boudoir Revolution’ collection for Dior in 1998. Subsequently, the choker was also featured in British Vogue, Paris Vogue, Madame Paris, Marie Claire, The Telegraph, Country Life and InStyle USA and Italian Vogue. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Awards and recognition | Awards and recognition |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | UK Jewellery Awards | UK Jewellery Awards
1998 – UK Jewellery Award for Marketing Category. The award was influenced by the media success of the Titania Pearl Choker, a multi-strand cultured pearl necklace that appeared on the front cover of Marie Claire, worn by Gisele Bündchen in Chloé. The judges praised the brand's innovative fusion of couture fashion with pearl jewellery. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Tahitian Pearl Design Awards | Tahitian Pearl Design Awards
Coleman Douglas Pearls has a long-standing track record at the Tahitian Pearl Trophy, one of the industry's most respected design competitions:
2003 – Winner for the “Warrior” design, a versatile creation that could be transformed into two necklaces and two bracelets using a full strand of Tahitian pearls paired with hand-woven barbed-wire shaped leather.
2005 – Continued success at the UK Tahitian Pearl Awards, presented by actress Anna Chancellor. This recognition further elevated Chrissie Douglas’s profile, leading to her being selected as a designer for Tiffany & Co.’s pearl brand, Iridesse.
2012 – Winner of two out of four categories in the Tahitian Pearl Trophy – USA edition. Both winning pieces were praised as “wearable objets d’art,” incorporating platinum chains and flawless Tahitian pearls.
2012 – Coleman Douglas Pearls won the UK Section Accessory Category with their “Lasso” design – part of a multi-year winning streak that established the brand’s creative leadership in pearl design.
2012 ~ Chrissie Douglas was also awarded First Prize in the UK Tahitian Pearl Design Awards in the Pendant Category. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Independent Retailer of the Year | Independent Retailer of the Year
2018 – Independent Retailer of the Year’ at the Kensington and Chelsea Business Awards, hosted by the Kensington & Chelsea Chamber of Commerce. The award was presented by the Cadogan Estate, who praised the brand as “a most impressive enterprise… driven towards becoming masters of the craft.” |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Museum recognition | Museum recognition
2013 – The Natural History Museum of New York selected Coleman Douglas Pearl designs to feature in its world-touring Pearls exhibition.
Ongoing – The Natural History Museum in London currently includes Coleman Douglas Pearls jewellery in its permanent collection in the Earth Treasury. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Royal recognition | Royal recognition
1998 – Princess Anne, in her capacity as Patron of UK Fashion Exports, visited the Coleman Douglas Pearls showroom in recognition of Chrissie Douglas’s innovative approach to promoting pearls. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Tiffany & Co. recognition | Tiffany & Co. recognition
2004 – Selected as one of five international designers for Tiffany & Co.’s Iridesse pearl venture, recognised for her distinguished design signature. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Media and celebrity endorsements | Media and celebrity endorsements |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Press and publications | Press and publications
Coleman Douglas Pearls has been photographed and profiled in some of the world’s most prestigious fashion and lifestyle magazines – showcasing the brand in a variety of contexts such as bridal shoots, red carpet features and editorial spreads on emerging jewellery trends. Publications that have featured the brand include:
Vogue (UK, Italy, Russia)
Tatler
Financial Times – How To Spend It
The Telegraph
The Sunday Times – Style Magazine
Vanity Fair
Country Life
The Spectator
Hello!
Marie Claire
Elle
Red
The Lady
Harper’s & Queen
Harper’s Bazaar Junior
Brides
Bride
You & Your Wedding
InStyle
Jewellery Focus
Retail Jeweller
QEST
Cosmopolitan Bride
Grazia
Centurion Magazine
Epicurean Life
Brand Jewellery Japan
Figaro Japan
GINZA
Grand Magazin Japan
The Best Scottish Weddings
On the Rocks
Edge
The Mayfair |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Film and television appearances | Film and television appearances
Coleman Douglas Pearl designs have appeared in numerous films and television series, worn by leading actors in high-profile productions:
Match Point – Directed by Woody Allen
The Debt – Starring Helen Mirren
Chalet Girl – Featuring Brooke Shields
Miranda – BBC romantic comedy starring Patricia Hodge
Lewis – ITV detective drama |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Notable clients | Notable clients
Over the years, Coleman Douglas Pearls has attracted a diverse and prestigious clientele, including royalty, media personalities, designers and actors. Among those known to wear or own Coleman Douglas Pearl jewellery are:
HRH Princess Anne
Kristen Scott Thomas
Helen Mirren
Jerry Hall
Grace Jones
Julie Walters
Halle Berry
Bette Midler
Jodie Comer
Timothée Chalamet
Golda Rosheuvel
Anna Chancellor
Romola Garai
Sophie Hunter
Amelia Fox
Hannah Sandling
Twiggy
Sam Fox
Nicola Benedetti
Santa Montefiore
John Shepherd
Flora Montgomery |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Ethics and sustainability | Ethics and sustainability
Coleman Douglas Pearls takes deliberate steps to ensure that every piece reflects sustainable values and a respect for nature – particularly fitting, given the organic origins of pearls themselves. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Responsibly sourced pearls and materials | Responsibly sourced pearls and materials
The company uses only responsibly sourced pearls and conflict-free diamonds in its designs. Whether working with classic cultured pearls, Tahitian varieties, or more rare and exotic types, Coleman Douglas Pearls ensures traceability and ethical farming practices throughout its supply chain.
This commitment is evident in Chrissie Douglas’s long-standing relationships with pearl farmers and her careful selection of suppliers. Many of these partnerships have developed over decades, with a shared ethos around respect for nature, craftsmanship and sustainability. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | The Butterfly Oyster Pearl Project | The Butterfly Oyster Pearl Project
In 2019, Chrissie and her husband Andrew travelled to the Gulf of California to explore the rare and sustainable Butterfly Oyster Pearl – also known as the Rainbow-Lipped Pearl or Pteria sterna. These pearls are cultivated by a small group of marine biologists who blend centuries-old techniques with modern environmental research. The team’s careful process, from seeding to harvesting, prioritises animal welfare, nacre quality and local employment.
Chrissie personally took part in the pearl harvest, describing it as “a once-in-a-lifetime experience” that united her personal heritage with the brand’s vision. These Butterfly Oyster Pearls were introduced to the UK for the first time by Coleman Douglas Pearls, representing a major milestone in sustainable luxury jewellery.
“The operation is run by local workers from a former Yaqui neighbourhood, who inherit in their blood the strength of the Yaqui tribe… nature creates its own miracle: the pearls.” ~ Chrissie Douglas |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Handcrafted, small batch production | Handcrafted, small batch production
All Coleman Douglas Pearl jewellery is handcrafted in the brand’s London studio, allowing for small-batch production, reduced waste and meticulous quality control. Unlike mass-market brands, each piece is made to last – often passed down as heirlooms or updated and restrung for a second life. |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Sustainable design philosophy | Sustainable design philosophy
Chrissie’s design ethos centres on timelessness and versatility – creating jewellery that is worn and loved for years, not just for fashion seasons. Clients are encouraged to restring or repurpose their designs and the brand regularly works with customers to redesign old jewellery into modern creations.
This sustainable design approach reflects Chrissie's belief that jewellery should be worn, not stored – and that pearls are for everyday beauty, not just special occasions.
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Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | References | References |
Draft:Coleman Douglas Pearls | Table of Content | AfC submission, History, Founding and early years, Design and craftsmanship, Philosophy and style, Colour matching expertise, Collections, Collaborations and commissions, Perles de Tahiti & GIE Collections, Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary, Natural History Museum & Touring Exhibition, Fortnum & Mason Collaboration, Fashion collaborations, Awards and recognition, UK Jewellery Awards, Tahitian Pearl Design Awards, Independent Retailer of the Year, Museum recognition, Royal recognition, Tiffany & Co. recognition, Media and celebrity endorsements, Press and publications, Film and television appearances, Notable clients, Ethics and sustainability, Responsibly sourced pearls and materials, The Butterfly Oyster Pearl Project, Handcrafted, small batch production, Sustainable design philosophy, References |
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait | Use Welsh English | Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait is the thirteenth studio album by Welsh rock band Stereophonics. It was released on 25 April 2025 through EMI. With a runtime of about 30 minutes, the album is the shortest in the band's history. |
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait | Background and singles | Background and singles
After the release of his solo studio album Inevitable Incredible in May 2024, lead singer Kelly Jones was approached to come up with two new songs for a Stereophonics compilation album but ended up recording a whole new album after the record company had gotten ahold of a few demos. As a result, Jones intended to create a project that is "very concise, very compact, very melodic", which is how he pictured the band to sound in 2025. Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait was written and recorded in London and was described as a "hopeful and joyous album" as well as "devoid of any fat or filler".
The album came out as having "ingredients from everything" they had done before. Speaking about the album title, Jones revealed that it derived from phrase he had been carrying with him for a long time. Having visited several art galleries in New York City, Jones felt particularly inspired by Art Is a Guaranty of Sanity, a painting by French-American artist Louise Bourgeois, to create the artwork for the album, which eventually came out pink. Thus, Jones started referring to the album as the "pink album".
Stereophonics announced the album along with the release of the lead single "There's Always Gonna Be Something" on 30 January 2025. The second single "Seems Like You Don't Know Me" was released on 20 March. |
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait | Critical reception | Critical reception
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait received generally positive reviews from music critics with most admitting that it did not "reinvent the wheel". Rating the album eight out of ten, Emma Harrison at Clash called the album "yet another triumph" from the band that is "full of hope and feel good offerings" and reflective of its album title. Edwin McFee of Hot Press opined that the band delivered "a more focused and enjoyable affair than its predecessor" which McFee concluded was a "fine record indeed".
In a more critical review for Classic Rock, Damian Jones wrote that the days are long gone "when their albums really were all killer" and compared the band's output to Oasis as both released "two great albums in the 90s but never did a great one again". Jones thought that Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait did not live up to its promises but "certainly has its moments". |
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait | Track listing | Track listing |
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait | References | References
Category:2025 albums
Category:Stereophonics albums |
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait | Table of Content | Use Welsh English, Background and singles, Critical reception, Track listing, References |
Nord Sports Hall | short description | Nord Sports Hall () is a multi-purpose indoor arena complex in Mustamäe, Tallinn. It was opened in 2002 and is owned by the City of Tallinn company AS Tallinna Arendused. It can hold up to 980 people. |
Nord Sports Hall | See also | See also
List of indoor arenas in Estonia |
Nord Sports Hall | References | References |
Nord Sports Hall | External links | External links
Official website
Category:Sports venues in Tallinn
Category:Sports venues in Estonia
Category:Indoor arenas in Estonia
Category:Basketball venues in Estonia |
Nord Sports Hall | Table of Content | short description, See also, References, External links |
Rokas Lekiatas | short description | Rokas Lekiatas (born 7 November 1998) is a Lithuanian footballer who plays as a centre-back.
Born in Šiauliai, he made his A Lyga debut for FC Šiauliai. He also had a short stint with youth football in Spain, and played for Lithuanian youth national teams.
In 2019, he joined FA Šiauliai. He spent some years in the second tier, before managing to return to the A Lyga in 2022. His best season in the club was regarded as 2023, when he served as team captain and the team finished third in the 2023 A Lyga. He was also called up to represent Lithuania for the first time. After the season was over, Lekiatas was announced as a new signing for league champions FK Panevėžys. However, there was a clause that he was allowed to leave in February 2024, should a foreign club make an offer.
Having only played one friendly match for Panevėžys, it was announced in January 2024 that the clause was activated and that Lekiatas would move abroad. He joined FC U Craiova 1948 of the Romanian I Liga. He made his debut in February 2024, as a starter. After the team was relegated from the 2023–24 Liga I and failed to win promotion from the 2024–25 Liga II, Lekiatas was released in April 2025. |
Rokas Lekiatas | References | References
Category:1998 births
Category:Living people
Category:Footballers from Šiauliai
Category:Lithuanian men's footballers
Category:Lithuania men's youth international footballers
Category:Lithuania men's international footballers
Category:Men's association football defenders
Category:FC Šiauliai players
Category:FC Džiugas Telšiai players
Category:FC Pakruojis players
Category:FA Šiauliai players
Category:FC U Craiova 1948 players
Category:A Lyga players
Category:Liga I players
Category:Liga II players
Category:Lithuanian expatriate men's footballers
Category:Expatriate men's footballers in Spain
Category:Lithuanian expatriate sportspeople in Spain
Category:Expatriate men's footballers in Romania
Category:Lithuanian expatriate sportspeople in Romania |
Rokas Lekiatas | Table of Content | short description, References |
Category:FA Šiauliai players | Clubplayerscat | |
Category:FA Šiauliai players | Table of Content | Clubplayerscat |
Déjà vu (2001 film) | Infobox film
| Déjà vu is a 2001 English-language psychological thriller film directed and co-written by Biju Viswanath and starring Paddy Fletcher and Simon Binns. |
Déjà vu (2001 film) | Plot | Plot
The film is about a frightened man who is trapped in a lighthouse. |
Déjà vu (2001 film) | Cast | Cast
Paddy Fletcher as the frightened man
Simon Binns as the stranger |
Déjà vu (2001 film) | Production | Production
While in Zanzibar for a festival screening of his short film A Voyage, he met a NRI named Saïd Alavi, who agreed to produced the film alongside A. Sreekar Prasad under the banner of Film Freaks. The film stars British actors Paddy Fletcher and Simon Binns. Since the film is about phobias, Fletcher had to face several of his fears including cockroaches, heights and water. The film was shot in Lundi, Goa (including Vengurla lighthouse) and Thiruvananthapuram. The film was shot using a Kodak 5289 800T and a 5246 250D and 90% of the film was shot in low lighting. |
Déjà vu (2001 film) | Release | Release
The film was selected to be a part of the 54th Locarno Film Festival in August 2001 alongside Lagaan (2001). The film was also screened at Pusan International Film Festival in November of that same year in the New Wave section. The film has been screened at 20 film festivals worldwide. |
Déjà vu (2001 film) | Reception | Reception
A critic from indiainfo.com rated the film 2/5 stars and wrote, "The script written jointly by Laura Andrews and Biju Viswanath sustains the spirit of the movie mainly through two factors, the possession of a knife by the stranger and the strange language spoken by him. These are the two factors, which arouses fear in the lighthouse mechanic besides that police message. Masterly editing by Sreekar Prasad keeps the temper of the movie". |
Déjà vu (2001 film) | References | References |
Déjà vu (2001 film) | External links | External links
Category:Psychological thriller films
Category:English-language Indian films |
Déjà vu (2001 film) | Table of Content | Infobox film
, Plot, Cast, Production, Release, Reception, References, External links |
File:HazelRennie.jpg | Summary | Summary |
File:HazelRennie.jpg | Licensing | Licensing |
File:HazelRennie.jpg | Table of Content | Summary, Licensing |
Draft:AS aiden speed | AfC submission/draft | AS_aiden speed (born March 22, 2009) is a musical artist from Illinois, United States. He is known for creating music in the Afrosound genre, blending African-inspired rhythms with modern melodies and themes of youth, emotion, and cultural expression. |
Draft:AS aiden speed | Career | Career
AS_aiden speed began his music career in 2024. He gained recognition through songs such as Kijana and Usinikumbushe, which helped him attract a growing audience. His music is primarily released on his official YouTube channel, where he shares original tracks and visuals.
He was featured in local media coverage, including an article by Moline Breaking News, which highlighted his growing influence in the local music scene. |
Draft:AS aiden speed | Discography | Discography
Kijana (2024)
Usinikumbushe (2024) |
Draft:AS aiden speed | External links | External links
Official YouTube channel |
Draft:AS aiden speed | References | References |
Draft:AS aiden speed | Table of Content | AfC submission/draft, Career, Discography, External links, References |
Giancarlo Devasini | Short description | Giancarlo Devasini (born 1964 in Turin) is an Italian businessman and physician. He is the chief financial officer of Bitfinex, a cryptocurrency exchange, and co-founder of Tether (a stablecoin). According to reports, he owns a 47 percent stake in Tether, which is why his net worth was estimated at US$22.4 billion by Forbes in April 2025. |
Giancarlo Devasini | Life | Life
Born in Turin, Giancarlo Devasini graduated from the University of Milan with a degree in medicine in 1990 and then began working as a cosmetic surgeon, performing plastic surgery. However, he retired from medicine after two years and started working in the IT industry, where he founded several companies specializing in the distribution of computer components. He also founded a food delivery company called Delitzia, which included a blog about organic food. In 1995, he was accused of product piracy by Microsoft. To avoid prosecution and continue his business, he agreed to pay a fine of one million dollars. Several of his companies later went bankrupt.
Devasini later discovered the world of cryptocurrencies and was involved in the founding of the Bitfinex trading platform in 2012. Two years later, he founded the stablecoin Tether together with Paolo Ardoino, an Italian computer scientist living in Switzerland., which subsequently became the largest stablecoin by market capitalization, but sparked controversy over its backing, the cover-up of losses, and possible market manipulation. When Bitfinex, the trading platform associated with Tether, ran into financial difficulties in 2018, Devasini used Tether's reserves to keep Bitfinex afloat. Due to this conflict of interest, he paid a fine of US$18.5 million in New York in 2021 to settle a lawsuit.
Devasini is considered to be a reclusive figure. Between 2017 and 2023, he lived in the city of Lugano in Ticino, where he ran his billion-dollar business from an office above a sports bar and established contacts with local politicians. Tether has also signed a memorandum of understanding with the city of Lugano to promote cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. |
Giancarlo Devasini | References | References
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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Jon Hartley (2nd nomination) | [[:Jon Hartley]] | :Jon Hartley
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I don't think a great deal has changed since the previous AFD which I closed as G5, but was clearly going to end in delete otherwise. I'm unable to find any sources that come close to meeting WP:BIO and with an h-index of 10 it's unlikely that WP:PROF is met. SmartSE (talk) 08:30, 1 May 2025 (UTC)
Note: This discussion has been included in the deletion sorting lists for the following topics: Academics and educators and Canada. SmartSE (talk) 08:30, 1 May 2025 (UTC)
Keep Appears to be notable enough with his media presence and recognition. Servite et contribuere (talk) 08:31, 1 May 2025 (UTC)
That's not a valid rationale. Where are the sources providing substantial, independent coverage? SmartSE (talk) 08:42, 1 May 2025 (UTC)
Delete and Salt. Far WP:Too soon for WP:Prof. No GNG as few sources are independent of the subject. Xxanthippe (talk) 09:07, 1 May 2025 (UTC).
Delete. Far WP:TOOSOON for WP:NPROF for this current PhD student. I guess there could be a case for WP:NCREATIVE with the podcast, but I do not see the reviews or other signs of impact (anyway, that would tend to make a case for a redirect to an article on the podcast). No other notability is apparent; in particular, I am not impressed by inclusion in listicles. Russ Woodroofe (talk) 10:25, 1 May 2025 (UTC)
Keep - Wikipedia:Notability (people) says :"Many scientists, researchers, philosophers and other scholars (collectively referred to as "academics" for convenience) are notably influential in the world of ideas without their biographies being the subject of secondary sources."
Hartley is recognised as "notably influential" within the realm of ideologies, extending beyond his biography as a subject of secondary sources. His contributions to various news outlets, along with his role in conducting interviews with contemporaries and prominent figures AND being interviewed by them for his research, underscore the significance of his work in the field
1. https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-:inflation-canadian-government-borrowing-billions/
2.https://nationalpost.com/opinion/jon-hartley-trudeau-should-listen-to-elon-musk-on-productivity
3.https://conversableeconomist.com/2024/03/13/interview-with-stephen-levitt-my-career-and-why-im-retiring-from-academia/
4.https://capitalismandfreedom.substack.com/p/episode-28-steven-d-levitt-freakonomics
5.https://americancompass.org/critics-corner-with-jon-hartley/
6.https://johnbatchelor.substack.com/p/the-future-of-canada-with-jon-hartley
I created this page because I believed his information was fragmented across various sources on the internet, and it would be worthwhile to compile it all in one place on Wikipedia.
Another criterion under WP:NACADEMIC states that a subject must "have had a substantial impact outside academia in their academic capacity." This criterion seems to apply to Hartley, given the influence of his research published in journals such as...
1.Journal of Financial Economics https://static1.squarespace.com/static/568f03c8841abaff89043b9d/t/660506eb488a1777a90db94a/1711605484880/HartleyJermann_2024_JFE.pdf
2.Publications under Harvard Business School https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/item.aspx?num=67312
3.Publications under Economic Letters https://static1.squarespace.com/static/568f03c8841abaff89043b9d/t/63eabdb744edb5235541b0b1/1676328375934/HartleyEL2021.pdf
4.Publication under Jurnal of Urban economics https://static1.squarespace.com/static/568f03c8841abaff89043b9d/t/63eabcff916adf2105c011b0/1676328191950/GyourkoHartleyKrimmel_JUE_2021.pdf
Fenharrow (talk) 10:41, 1 May 2025 (UTC)
Note: This discussion has been included in the deletion sorting lists for the following topics: Economics, California, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. WCQuidditch ☎ ✎ 10:53, 1 May 2025 (UTC)
Keep I agree that this meets the 7th criteria of WP:NACADEMIC due to his publications in the Journal of Financial Economics and his appearances/contributions to mainstream media sources and think tanks. He seems to have been frequently interviewed by prominent institutions, the Wharton School as an example. This also seems to be notable since he has been covered in various RSes such as The Globe and Mail, National Post, and more. Lastly, there are lots of professors who have fewer or a similar amount of RSes, content, and notability and remain on Wikipedia and are not being nominated for deletion. Examples include but are not limited to Herman Clarence Nixon, Daniel Nugent, Thomas Sakmar, Avery Craven, James L. Fitzgerald, Lawrence M. Friedman, H. Gregg Lewis, Guy A. Marco, and more. Gjb0zWxOb (talk) 21:00, 1 May 2025 (UTC) |
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Draft:John Paul Warburton | AFC submission |
John Paul Warburton (born Jan Dad Khan on 28 August 1840), was a policeman in the Punjab state and Inspector General of the Patiala State Police. |
Draft:John Paul Warburton | Early Life | Early Life
John Paul Warburton was born Jan Dad Khan, on 28 August 1840 to Faiz Talab Khan, (a minister in the Afghan Court with Popalzai Durrani ancestry) and Shah Jahan Begum, an Afghan noblewoman who was related to Dost Mohammad Khan. Shortly after his birth, in November of 1840, his mother married Lieutenant-Colonel Robert Warburton an officer of the Royal Artillery of Anglo-Irish heritage. His biological father has been disputed. His supposed father, Faiz Talab Khan left for Kabul in 1839, a year prior to John Paul’s birth, meaning that Robert Warburton was likely John Paul’s biological father. He was baptized John Paul. His brother, Lieutenant Sir Robert Warburton, was the political officer in charge of the Khyber Pass. He was educated at a Roman Catholic School in Agra. |
Draft:John Paul Warburton | Career | Career
His career began on 28 May 1864, when he joined the Punjab Police Department, where he became an Assistant Inspector General in April of 1873. He was with the Police Department until 1900. During his time there, in 1894, joined the Railway Police, and remained there for 6 years, retiring as an Inspector-General. He remained active until 1910, retiring as a member of the Administrative Council of Patiala. He served in Kamal, Ludhiana, Muzaffargarh and Ambala. |
Draft:John Paul Warburton | Personal Life | Personal Life
On 24 December 1863, John Paul Warburton married Mary Ann Meakins. Together, they had 8 children, Robert Paul (1865-1937), Mary Ann (1867-1945, alias Durani), Elizabeth Clara (1868-1872), Lizzie Selina (1873-1952), Minna Edith (1874-1949), Muriel Pauline (1876-1946; alias Muriel Valerie),Taken from the England, Andrews Newspaper Index Cards, 1790-1976 John Paul (1878) and Arthur Paul (1879-1936). John Paul Warburton was fondly known as ‘Button Sahib’. He resided at Gilbert House in Kasauli. While riding on his horse on the 21 October 1919, he was surrounded by a group of boys, who started stoning the horse. Warburton, who was unable to keep his horse under control, fell off, and landed in a ravine. The fall caused his rib to pierce his lung, and he died. He was survived by 6 children. |
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