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Global Wood Vinegar Market: Key Players

Producers of wood vinegar are doing research to find new ways to make wood vinegar using various raw materials.

It is anticipated to garner a 6.3% CAGR from 2023 to 2031 and by 2031 the market is likely to attain US$ 9.6 billion by 2031.

Now, for the most common reason we purchase the electric pressure cooker, pressure cooking is made simpler because it is electric, is food safe by adjusting for altitude for time of the recipe and by setting the proper time for pressure according to the recipe.

Other food safe features are the low-, normal- and high-pressure settings, and the lock on the lid to prevent opening during the pressure stage.

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Tequila: 5 easy ways to tell what’s quality and what’s not when buying your next bottle

This is what makes a quality tequila

As a category gets more popular, a specific universe expands, and the details inside can get a little hazy.

Look for additives

This is easier said than done, and we’ll likely see more certifications and symbols on labels in the future, but there are still some things to look out for.

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Content: Wood Vinegar Market is Projected to Reach USD 9.6 billion, Garnering a 6.3% CAGR from 2023 to 2031: Transparency Market Research, Inc.

The rise in the wood vinegar market in recent years may be attributed in large part to an increase in government programs involving biobased products.

Wilmington, Delaware, United States, Dec. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Transparency Market Research Inc. -The global wood vinegar market was projected to attain US$ 5.5 billion in 2022. It is anticipated to garner a 6.3% CAGR from 2023 to 2031 and by 2031 the market is likely to attain US$ 9.6 billion by 2031.

Governments are devoting more and more time to studying the benefits of wood vinegar versus synthetic substitutes. The applications of organic wood vinegar in agriculture include transportation of fertilizer, addition to composting, and soil conditioning. It is also used as a feed addition, silage additive, and treatment for manure and stable bedding.

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Global Wood Vinegar Market: Key Players

Producers of wood vinegar are doing research to find new ways to make wood vinegar using various raw materials. Companies have also tried combining two or more already-existing substances to produce wood vinegar with unique scents.

The following companies are well-known participants in the global wood vinegar market:

  • Dongying Runyi Biotechnology Co. Ltd.
  • Merck KGaA (Sigma Aldrich)
  • Canada Renewable Bioenergy Corp
  • Kerry Group PLC
  • Frutarom Industries Ltd.
  • Agribolics Technology Sdn Bhd
  • VerdiLife LLC.
  • Red Arrow International LLC
  • B&G Foods, Inc.
  • Baumer Foods, Inc.
  • TAGROW CO. LTD.
  • New Life Wood Vinegar

Compared to cowpea farmers who use wood vinegar topically, those who soak their cowpeas in wood vinegar are likely to get larger net returns on their investment.

Key Findings of the Market Report

  • The increasing usage of wood vinegar in a variety of sectors is driving its market share globally.
  • It serves as an organic fertilizer, a bio-pesticide, an antibacterial agent, and a growth-stimulating agent for plants in agriculture.
  • The growing unpopularity of genetically modified crops, industrial fertilizers, and pesticides has led to the emergence of wood vinegar as an alternative to already recognized approaches in these domains.
  • One key factor driving their use in agriculture has been the rise in public awareness of synthetic components in the food chain.
  • Since wood vinegar contains short-chain fatty acids that prevent the formation of dangerous germs, it is used in medications.
  • It promotes the growth of prebiotics while inhibiting the growth of protozoa and enteropathogenic bacteria.

Market Trends for Wood Vinegar

  • Manufacturers of food and drink goods are reformulating and offering clean label items these days. Manufacturers of processed foods are concentrating their efforts on building new plants and investing in the development of their current facilities to boost the production of processed foods like meat and seafood products. The market for liquid smoke and wood vinegar, which are used to give some processed foods a unique flavor, is thus anticipated to grow as a result.
  • Wood vinegar producers must effectively satisfy the needs of diverse end customers in a range of applications while guaranteeing the availability of the necessary goods, as good quality and results are crucial.

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Global Market for Wood Vinegar: Regional Outlook

  • Sales are expected to be dominated by Asia Pacific throughout the projection period, with Europe and North America following closely behind. The demand for beef products is rising due to the rapid population growth and broad Westernization in Asia Pacific. This is anticipated to lead to a rise in the region's need for wood vinegar and liquid smoke for taste and preservation as processed meat products are consumed more often.
  • One interesting finding is that consumers in Western nations, such North America and Europe, usually order smoked food, but individuals in other regions, like Asia and Africa, would rather not have smoked food. Applications in the food processing industry are expected to increase as a result throughout North America and Europe.

Some key developments by the players in this market are:

  • Leading wood vinegar manufacturer PyroAg asked organic farmers in Australia to adopt sustainable farming methods in the country's agricultural industry by lowering the price of its wood vinegar in December 2022.
  • Two engineers in northern Gaza created a wood vinegar distillation apparatus in June 2022, saying it would address the region's issues with soil fertility.
  • Byron Biochar introduced biochar + frass, a new product, to the market in May 2020. This product, which is 80% charcoal and 20% frass, is perfect for use as a fertilizer as well as soil conditioner.

Global Wood Vinegar Market Segmentation
Production Method

  • Rapid Pyrolysis
  • Intermediate Pyrolysis
  • Slow Pyrolysis

End User

  • Food and Beverages Industry
  • Agriculture Industry
  • Animal Feed Industry
  • Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Cosmetics & Personal Care Industry

Region

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Middle East & Africa
  • Latin America

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Content: If you own an electric pressure cooker, you are probably aware this countertop appliance promises to take on a variety of meal cooking tasks. With more than seven different functions, it may be overwhelming to begin. To give you a basic understanding of the functions, here are a few to become comfortable with no matter which brand you own.

As a slow cooker, an electric pressure cooker can be used without the pressure feature and cook pulled pork to a tender meal. It may take a little longer than a Crock Pot slow cooker, but the multi-use features replace many other appliances. Adjust all recipes for altitude by adding 5 percent time for every 1,000 feet above 2,000 feet. For example, to adjust for the altitude in Idaho Falls, increase cooking time by plus-10 percent.

Now, for the most common reason we purchase the electric pressure cooker, pressure cooking is made simpler because it is electric, is food safe by adjusting for altitude for time of the recipe and by setting the proper time for pressure according to the recipe. There are pre-set buttons on the electronic face of the cooker for many food items and instructions for mixed dishes.

Other food safe features are the low-, normal- and high-pressure settings, and the lock on the lid to prevent opening during the pressure stage. Use caution when releasing pressure through quick or natural release to prevent steam burns. Most of the electric pressure cooker parts are dishwasher safe so check your model use guide for specific instructions. Don’t forget to clean the condensation cup below the lid of some models. This is where the water goes that collects in the well on the cooker base.

For more information or programs to use an electric pressure cooker, contact your local University Extension office or their publication department.

Julie Buck, EdD, RDN, is a registered dietitian, who is employed as a family and consumer sciences educator at the University of Idaho Extension, Bingham County. She can be reached at 208-785-8060 or jhbuck@uidaho.edu.

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Tequila: 5 easy ways to tell what’s quality and what’s not when buying your next bottle

This is what makes a quality tequila

As a category gets more popular, a specific universe expands, and the details inside can get a little hazy. It makes sense — more players, more opportunities for some makers to cheat the system or pursue profit over quality.

Tequila’s moment has turned into a bonafide era. The agave spirit continues to do well, with an ever-increasing number of premium producers entering the field and getting their products stateside. And you, the savvy consumer, want to know what you’re drinking, right?

Lately, the hubbub has been about additives in tequila, but really, there’s murk elsewhere, too. So, we decided to put together a handy guide to shopping smarter when buying tequila. Here are a handful of easy ways to virtually guarantee a better bottle and one you know much more about.

Look for additives

This is easier said than done, and we’ll likely see more certifications and symbols on labels in the future, but there are still some things to look out for. Now, brands are innovative. They won’t outwardly advertise that they add things like food coloring and sweeteners to their tequilas. In fact, you can still stress the additive-free-ness of your product while adding up to one percent of those very additives (which are used to add flavor or change the hue of the tequila so it looks more aged).

This is changing. There’s an alliance devoted to the purity of the spirit and in the marketing material of a growing number of brands, you’ll see an explicit statement related to the subject that’s usually pretty honest.

Pay attention to process

Generally, the more traditional the process, the better chance you’re getting a well-made product. Proud producers wear the process on their sleeves and should go into detail about it. After all, there are a lot of players, and how you make the stuff can stress your singularity. It’s like slow food in that. Generally, the less hurried the approach, the better the tequila. That allows the tequila to come together naturally over time without sacrificing any details in flavor.

Gauge agave type and region

To be called a Tequila, the liquid must originate from one of five Mexican states (Guanajuato, Jalisco, Michoacan, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas). Tequila also must be made with at least 51% blue Weber agave. Generally, the better producers go all-in with this agave type. Cheaper producers will meet the minimum and use a neutral spirit or something else to make up the difference. Again, producers can be crafty about how they market this, but the premium producers tend to like to show off not only their all-in (look for things like “100% agave” on the label) but also the regionality of the stuff.

And this is where it gets fun. There’s a terroir element to tequila. While two producers may be using 100% blue Weber agave, if they’re operating out of different regions with different microclimates and different soils, and different elevations, the resulting tequilas will almost certainly taste quite different. It’s a lot like wine in that way and a reminder to seek out regional info on the label.

Opt for smaller producers

Smaller producers tend to operate in a more traditional fashion. Larger ones like to go the industrialized route, farming in less environmentally friendly ways to increase yields or adding food coloring to sell an “aged” product at a higher price, without actually aging anything. Smaller producers know the only way they can get into a game this crowded is with something truly of quality. They’ll never have the market share of Jose Cuervo, but that doesn’t mean they can’t enter the field.

Look for things like “small-batch” and “limited-run” on labels. Again, big dogs can say the same, but it can be an indicator. Look for individual batch or bottle numbers or details on the size of the agave farm they work with. Play it safe and shop at specialty stores with wise staff who can point you in the right direction.

Look for specific words

As with most things, it pays to do your homework online first (or while in your wandering the tequila aisle). You can get a lot of useful context this way. On the label or on the website as you carry out your due diligence, look for things “maestros tequileros” or makers with a pedigree, as in fourth or fifth-generation. This is not proof that you’re getting a quality bottle, but the chances are better if you’re dealing with an experienced maker and one that honors the heritage of the craft. A great indicator is the NOM, or norma oficial Mexicana. This is a four-digit number issued by Mexico’s Tequila Regulatory Council. This government arm makes sure that tequilas they put their stamp of approval on are making quality options and adhering to certain standards. Find this number, and you’re in good shape. As reported, of the some 1,600 registered producers, only about 160 or so meet these standards.

Want more in the way of agave? Check out the best tequilas for Palomas and the best top-shelf tequilas. Or, check out some of our favorite mezcal bottles out there.

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This report addresses: Contemporary Flat Earth Movement

This time around the concept is generally the same as it was before: Skrulls have invaded Earth and are posing as various characters that readers are bound to be familiar with.

The proof in the pudding is Marvel's upcoming TV adaptation on Disney+ set to release next year.

In United Airlines’ announcement last year, CEO Scott Kirby said, “Over the next decade, United will train 5,000 pilots who will be guaranteed a job with Unite…and our plan is for half of them to be women and people of color.” Who are they trying to kid?

The percentages of women in airline cockpits has remained flat at a very low level.

While there is lots of uncertainty regarding the entire situation and there’s still plenty of news to come out in the coming weeks, people now ponder and ask, who’s to blame for the relocation?

Related: Reasons for the Arizona Coyotes’ Relocation to Salt Lake City

Many Coyotes fans will blame owner Alex Meruelo and solely Meruelo, and while lots of that is likely justified, plenty of other actions went down to put the blame on.

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Content: Secret Invasion #1 Review: An Unnecessary Follow-Up with Few New Ideas

Secret Invasion was one of my favorite Marvel crossover events in the 00s. It was a series that kept readers guessing and provoked questions stretching across multiple years of Marvel Comics canon. And while it had its fair share of problems, it's a series that has largely continued to be looked back upon fondly. The proof in the pudding is Marvel's upcoming TV adaptation on Disney+ set to release next year.

In typical Marvel fashion, though, the comic book brand just can't leave anything from the past alone and is now bringing back Secret Invasion in 2022. This time around the concept is generally the same as it was before: Skrulls have invaded Earth and are posing as various characters that readers are bound to be familiar with. Which heroes are Skrulls? And who can be trusted? Answers to these questions obviously haven't been provided yet, as the opening chapter sets the stage for what's to come.

Based on what is seen in issue #1, though, Secret Invasion seems like it's going to be much smaller in nature this time around. Unlike Brian Michael Bendis' storyline, writer Ryan North has made the narrative so far feel self-contained. Nick Fury is one of the only major characters who appears in Secret Invasion's first issue, with the Avengers only making a brief appearance in the final pages of the story. It seems Secret Invasion is eventually going to pull in a number of other familiar faces from the pages of Marvel Comics, but that has yet to happen.

I think the most disappointing part of this new take on Secret Invasion is there's no real idea at the core of issue #1 that differentiates it from the earlier storyline. Maria Hill, one of the key characters in both series, nonchalantly acknowledges that Skrulls have invaded once again like this is a routine thing that may happen once a week. Without a new slant or angle to prevent such a Skrull invasion, it makes me wonder why those at Marvel even felt the need to return to this premise.

Then again, some of what I explained is what makes this new take on Secret Invasion a bit interesting. Since the Marvel universe is well-equipped to deal with Skrull invasions, many characters now have plans in place to prevent such a takeover. In fact, the most interesting part of Secret Invasion #1 is that Hill is able to sniff out the Skrulls' plan before it (seemingly) becomes widespread. The issue's final panel suggests that this might not be the case after all, but I'm at least looking forward to seeing if the Skrulls have a greater plan in place.

Art-wise, Secret Invasion has been serviceable, but nothing has been featured so far to make me a big fan. I think my biggest problem with the art has less to do with the drawing, paneling, and character portraits, and more to do with the coloring. Secret Invasion contains a number of muted colors which makes for a more realistic feel. Despite this, it's not a color scheme that I'm necessarily fond of as I've always enjoyed my superhero comics to be more vibrant. Your own mileage could vary in this area, though, as this is my own personal preference.

Secret Invasion could wind up being fine in the long run, but there's nothing in the inaugural installment that grabs me. The core idea is the exact same as it was before, and while there might still be some interesting things to do within that framework, I have yet to see what they could be. At the moment, Secret Invasion feels like it has only come back as a way of driving more excitement for the MCU's take on the storyline in 2023. Hopefully, it'll prove to be something more than that moving forward.

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Where Are All the Women Airline Pilots?

It’s not a big secret to me. They’re already here.

Why aren’t more women flying the friendly skies? It might be because all the women who want to be airline pilots are already here.

In United Airlines’ announcement last year, CEO Scott Kirby said, “Over the next decade, United will train 5,000 pilots who will be guaranteed a job with Unite…and our plan is for half of them to be women and people of color.” Who are they trying to kid? I’m here to tell you—it’s not going to happen. The open invitation has been extended to women pilots for decades now, with little effect. The percentages of women in airline cockpits has remained flat at a very low level.

A more accurate question might be, why don’t women want to become airline pilots? And to answer that, we need to dig deeper. Let’s ask those who are here on the job what all the fuss is about.

Some United Airlines background: In the late 1980s, it was recognized that United had failed to place women and minority pilots in the cockpits of their airliners following an earlier discrimination lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). In that settlement, United Airlines agreed to attract and hire more women and minority pilots. The result after nearly 40 years of efforts to boost female and minority representation in the flight deck is that United has the highest number of women pilots of any U.S. major airline—approximately 7%, an increase of 2% over historic levels, which some might argue is little to no change. The fact is, the percentage of women in the cockpit has hovered steadily between 3 and 7% percent for at least the last 30 years.

Allow me to add that as a Designated Pilot Examiner (one authorized by the FAA to evaluate and award Private, Instrument, and Commercial pilot certificates to those who have received extensive flight instruction), I can tell you that I awarded fewer than 10% of those certificates to women pilots. I suspect, as a female DPE, my number might even be higher than most, as some women certificate applicants likely seek a female examiner to fly with. What percentage of those [who earn a pilot certificate] became commercial pilots of some kind (though not necessarily for an airline)? The answer is 6%. So, this is not to say that a certain percentage of women do not want to fly. They do. They are. They just don’t want to fly for the airlines.

The problem is the lifestyle. After all, how many women want to spend 50% of their time away from home on the road eating bad food, and sleep half the nights of every month in a hotel room and not their own bedroom? Simple family activities, like picking up kids after school and taking them to pizza on their birthday, can be a scheduling nightmare.

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Generally speaking, everyone appreciates a little structure built into their lives, but airline schedules don’t work that way. They are fluid, inconsistent and full of unwanted surprises. I don’t know how many female airline pilots have children—that statistic is not available. But the fact is, the demands of being an airline pilot are not conducive to traditional family life.

There are attractive elements of flying for the airlines that you won’t find in much of corporate America. If you truly want a transparent pay scale on par with your peers and entirely seniority-based, there are no glass ceilings here.

But it’s not an easy life, unless, that is, you want to wear a uniform with sensible shoes while lugging your bags up and down stairs through empty terminals and dark parking garages in the middle of the night, then this is your gig. If you believe absolute standardization, ongoing training and physical evaluations every six months (an evaluation that, if you fail, there’s the possibility of losing your job), then this is the job for you.

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Me, I love it, but I recognize it’s not for everyone and particularly not for many women. The rewards centered around a lifetime spent flying for the airlines and helping support a safe environment for the traveling public are great. This environment provides me with structure and purpose enough to enjoy a high level of achievement.

But like any high-stress job, it’s all rainbows and unicorns until it’s not. That’s why we’re getting paid the big bucks. Airline pilot compensation is, as one climbs in seniority, very attractive, though it comes at a cost. At some point I realized my identity was tied into being in a peer group consisting of men in their 60s with whom I spend the majority of my waking moments at work.

Is it possible to be an airline pilot and a mom? It apparently is. I know plenty of women pilots who have raised children in picture-perfect suburban school districts. Again, I don’t know how many female airline pilots have children, but I do know that this is a tough career for any woman who entertains visions of hosting Thanksgiving dinner every year à la Norman Rockwell. If you are a proponent of Hallmark holidays or want weekends off to spend with the kids, well, you’d better run.

As for me, financial freedom, independence and world travel were my heart’s desire. These were the rewards I reaped from my career. The risks and sacrifices, however, are real. My duties as a pilot in a post-9/11 world include being officially dedicated the last line of defense between a terrorist and a tragedy. And as the pandemic unfolded, I continued to work three feet from my co-pilot, locked behind a cockpit door for up to eight hours a day, on the front lines even before it was well known how the virus was transmitted. Nevertheless, I’m proud of my contribution in the face of these events. And being true to myself has delivered personal success. My Norman Rockwell portrait depicts a happy husband, wife and dog in front of a California bungalow.

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While some commend corporate leaders for pretending to open the imaginary back door to more women, my view is that qualified pilots who meet major airlines’ hiring standards will continue to be hired at much the same rate they have always been. And while we need to continue to celebrate the achievements and milestones of women pilots, their numbers are likely to increase only slightly.

However, if the dreams and subsequent priorities of the next generation of women shift, so too will their lifestyle choices. The most important thing we who are on the job and those who are hiring can do is be honest about what our work/life balance entails. Until then, we do not need United Airlines or anyone else to hold the cockpit door open for us; we’re already on board.

Andrea Eldridge is a retired airline pilot now living in Idaho. She recently won the Solas Award in the women’s category for Best Travel Writing with a story about flight training in Japan.

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Content: Who’s to Blame for Coyotes Relocation?

Every time something goes haywire, people tend to point fingers at someone. Even with the Arizona Coyotes, does it happen on a game-to-game basis when things aren’t going well, or a player misses a shot, and so on; you get the point. In this instance, the Coyotes are being relocated to Salt Lake City in Utah, which houses a population of just over 200,000 people. This is costing many people their passion, favorite sports team, and most importantly, some people’s jobs. The Coyotes’ relocating goes far beyond just the hockey team.

Not to mention, the players’ lives are changing drastically by moving to a completely different state without very much notice. This isn’t like being traded where it might be expected or something of that nature; their careers are being flipped. While there is lots of uncertainty regarding the entire situation and there’s still plenty of news to come out in the coming weeks, people now ponder and ask, who’s to blame for the relocation?

Related: Reasons for the Arizona Coyotes’ Relocation to Salt Lake City

Many Coyotes fans will blame owner Alex Meruelo and solely Meruelo, and while lots of that is likely justified, plenty of other actions went down to put the blame on. If they had won the Tempe Entertainment District vote, that would’ve put relocation rumors to rest. Things could have worked out if they didn’t move out of what was known to be, Gila River Arena in Glendale.

Now let’s see who is likely to hold most of the blame for losing what was, as we know them, the Coyotes.

1. Owner, Alex Meruelo

When you ask a Coyotes fan who to blame for the relocation of the troubled franchise, they’ll likely respond with Meruelo’s name, and it’s 100 percent warranted. Meruelo, who bought the team in the summer of 2019, has always had an interesting relationship with the fans. For starters, he rarely, if ever, speaks to the media or any outlets of that nature. While that has its positives, it also has plenty of drawbacks, as it looks like he doesn’t care, and to some fans, that’s how they see him.

So why would it be Meruelo’s fault? At the end of the day, it’s the NHL moving the Coyotes to Salt Lake City, right? Well, not quite. Yes, commissioner Gary Bettman is playing a big role in this whole situation, but Meruelo is allowing it to happen. After the disastrous Tempe Entertainment District vote was shot down, the message was that he was going to remain committed to Arizona and to the fans and players of the team. But then, out of nowhere, comes the news of relocation, with Meruelo making a profit of nearly $600 million. This sudden decision and the significant profit he stands to make is seen by many as a betrayal at its finest.

“There has been a lot of discussion in recent days about the future of the Arizona Coyotes,” Meruelo said. “I understand and empathize with the concerns of our fans, our community, our partners, our players, our front office, and all of our team members. I hope to address these issues as soon as I am able to speak on the topics. We are focused on a myriad of issues that are unresolved, and therefore we are unable to make any official public comments at this time. However, you have my commitment that I am going to speak on all of these issues and publicly address all of your concerns as promptly as possible.”

This was the message he sent to fans on April 13, the first time he’s spoken since the news initially broke. Not only that, but he wasn’t even the person to tell the players they were relocating; general manager (GM) Bill Armstrong did. While yes, he’s the GM, he’s by no means expected to break the news that their lives are going to be changed and their careers will take a turn. This lack of leadership and communication is not only unfair to the fans, but especially to the players who deserve so much more. They should absolutely not be hearing news and updates at the same time fans are; that’s not cool.

If Meruelo wins the highly anticipated June 27 auction in north Phoenix, it’s said he’ll have a shot at the Coyotes returning, this time as an expansion franchise, whenever that may be. He would have to cross several bridges to reach that point, but building an arena would be step one. Regardless, though, he’s lost the trust of most of the fanbase with this entire situation, and while not all the information is public, he’s handled it very poorly, and his efforts in the past and present show that.

2. Tempe Vote

After the Coyotes decided to sign a multi-year deal with Arizona State University to play at Mullett Arena, change was on the horizon, and at the time, it seemed like it was for the better. The formerly named Gila River Arena wasn’t drawing in fans due to the far commute in Glendale, and the team was entering yet another rebuild. Along with the already uneven relationship between the city of Glendale, it was time to move on.

This led them to submit the proposed project to the council and people of Tempe, and that’s where the real kicker comes in. They had to climb the hill to convince people that this project was privately funded and would not cost taxpayer dollars. While getting that message across seems like it would be no issue, it was for the Coyotes for various reasons. One was a very poorly run campaign that started much later than its counterpart, Tempe First, which opposed the project.

Ultimately, they were outclassed and out-schooled by a much smaller group and, quite frankly, were flat-out embarrassed. It was a disaster for everyone involved with the Coyotes, as the next steps were unknown. If they had pulled off the Tempe vote as they should’ve, they would no longer be dealing with relocation rumors. They would be close if they had not already been cleaning up the landfill that resided on the plot of land, which is still there today.

We can’t reverse time, but having the Tempe vote go in the Coyotes’ favor would likely have saved them from relocation.

3. Mullett Arena

One of the key reasons for the relocation is the unsuitability of Mullett Arena for NHL games. Originally built to house Arizona State hockey, among other sports such as volleyball and even concerts, it simply does not meet the requirements of an NHL arena, with a capacity of just 4,600 people. For comparison, Bell Centre, home to the Montreal Canadiens, holds nearly five times more than Mullett Arena can. This stark difference in capacity underscores the need for a more suitable venue for the Coyotes.

It’s also true that the experience for the players and fans was not ideal. Sure, it was a unique experience for an East Coast team to come over to play once every year. Still, for the Coyotes to play 41 games there each season, it was a situation that needed resolving quickly, mainly because they would’ve been at Mullett Arena until at least through the 2027-28 season, as the new arena would need time to be built. Due to this, the NHL wanted a fixture to this entire sticky situation and as it turns out, relocation was the best option.

Nonetheless, Mullett Arena is not an NHL arena, and the NHL and the Coyotes observed that, which is likely the main reason why the Coyotes are heading to Salt Lake City.

Next Steps Include Many Hurdles for Coyotes

While plenty of other people and places could be blamed for the Coyotes’ relocation to Salt Lake City, there’s no need to, as we’d be here for days. But now, for the entire organization heading north to Utah, plenty of challenges and hurdles will be faced. The arena is number one. Delta Center isn’t tabbed as an NHL arena, so significant renovations must be done. It’s also fair to assume several players won’t want to play in Salt Lake City. That could cause an array of issues for Armstrong, who already has waves of draft capital for years to come. While this situation is very fluid and has several moving parts, make sure to follow The Hockey Writers for the latest updates.


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This time around the concept is generally the same as it was before: Skrulls have invaded Earth and are posing as various characters that readers are bound to be familiar with.

The proof in the pudding is Marvel's upcoming TV adaptation on Disney+ set to release next year.

In United Airlines’ announcement last year, CEO Scott Kirby said, “Over the next decade, United will train 5,000 pilots who will be guaranteed a job with Unite…and our plan is for half of them to be women and people of color.” Who are they trying to kid?

The percentages of women in airline cockpits has remained flat at a very low level.

While there is lots of uncertainty regarding the entire situation and there’s still plenty of news to come out in the coming weeks, people now ponder and ask, who’s to blame for the relocation?

Related: Reasons for the Arizona Coyotes’ Relocation to Salt Lake City

Many Coyotes fans will blame owner Alex Meruelo and solely Meruelo, and while lots of that is likely justified, plenty of other actions went down to put the blame on.

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Secret Invasion was one of my favorite Marvel crossover events in the 00s. It was a series that kept readers guessing and provoked questions stretching across multiple years of Marvel Comics canon. And while it had its fair share of problems, it's a series that has largely continued to be looked back upon fondly. The proof in the pudding is Marvel's upcoming TV adaptation on Disney+ set to release next year.

In typical Marvel fashion, though, the comic book brand just can't leave anything from the past alone and is now bringing back Secret Invasion in 2022. This time around the concept is generally the same as it was before: Skrulls have invaded Earth and are posing as various characters that readers are bound to be familiar with. Which heroes are Skrulls? And who can be trusted? Answers to these questions obviously haven't been provided yet, as the opening chapter sets the stage for what's to come.

Based on what is seen in issue #1, though, Secret Invasion seems like it's going to be much smaller in nature this time around. Unlike Brian Michael Bendis' storyline, writer Ryan North has made the narrative so far feel self-contained. Nick Fury is one of the only major characters who appears in Secret Invasion's first issue, with the Avengers only making a brief appearance in the final pages of the story. It seems Secret Invasion is eventually going to pull in a number of other familiar faces from the pages of Marvel Comics, but that has yet to happen.

I think the most disappointing part of this new take on Secret Invasion is there's no real idea at the core of issue #1 that differentiates it from the earlier storyline. Maria Hill, one of the key characters in both series, nonchalantly acknowledges that Skrulls have invaded once again like this is a routine thing that may happen once a week. Without a new slant or angle to prevent such a Skrull invasion, it makes me wonder why those at Marvel even felt the need to return to this premise.

Then again, some of what I explained is what makes this new take on Secret Invasion a bit interesting. Since the Marvel universe is well-equipped to deal with Skrull invasions, many characters now have plans in place to prevent such a takeover. In fact, the most interesting part of Secret Invasion #1 is that Hill is able to sniff out the Skrulls' plan before it (seemingly) becomes widespread. The issue's final panel suggests that this might not be the case after all, but I'm at least looking forward to seeing if the Skrulls have a greater plan in place.

Art-wise, Secret Invasion has been serviceable, but nothing has been featured so far to make me a big fan. I think my biggest problem with the art has less to do with the drawing, paneling, and character portraits, and more to do with the coloring. Secret Invasion contains a number of muted colors which makes for a more realistic feel. Despite this, it's not a color scheme that I'm necessarily fond of as I've always enjoyed my superhero comics to be more vibrant. Your own mileage could vary in this area, though, as this is my own personal preference.

Secret Invasion could wind up being fine in the long run, but there's nothing in the inaugural installment that grabs me. The core idea is the exact same as it was before, and while there might still be some interesting things to do within that framework, I have yet to see what they could be. At the moment, Secret Invasion feels like it has only come back as a way of driving more excitement for the MCU's take on the storyline in 2023. Hopefully, it'll prove to be something more than that moving forward.

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Where Are All the Women Airline Pilots?

It’s not a big secret to me. They’re already here.

Why aren’t more women flying the friendly skies? It might be because all the women who want to be airline pilots are already here.

In United Airlines’ announcement last year, CEO Scott Kirby said, “Over the next decade, United will train 5,000 pilots who will be guaranteed a job with Unite…and our plan is for half of them to be women and people of color.” Who are they trying to kid? I’m here to tell you—it’s not going to happen. The open invitation has been extended to women pilots for decades now, with little effect. The percentages of women in airline cockpits has remained flat at a very low level.

A more accurate question might be, why don’t women want to become airline pilots? And to answer that, we need to dig deeper. Let’s ask those who are here on the job what all the fuss is about.

Some United Airlines background: In the late 1980s, it was recognized that United had failed to place women and minority pilots in the cockpits of their airliners following an earlier discrimination lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). In that settlement, United Airlines agreed to attract and hire more women and minority pilots. The result after nearly 40 years of efforts to boost female and minority representation in the flight deck is that United has the highest number of women pilots of any U.S. major airline—approximately 7%, an increase of 2% over historic levels, which some might argue is little to no change. The fact is, the percentage of women in the cockpit has hovered steadily between 3 and 7% percent for at least the last 30 years.

Allow me to add that as a Designated Pilot Examiner (one authorized by the FAA to evaluate and award Private, Instrument, and Commercial pilot certificates to those who have received extensive flight instruction), I can tell you that I awarded fewer than 10% of those certificates to women pilots. I suspect, as a female DPE, my number might even be higher than most, as some women certificate applicants likely seek a female examiner to fly with. What percentage of those [who earn a pilot certificate] became commercial pilots of some kind (though not necessarily for an airline)? The answer is 6%. So, this is not to say that a certain percentage of women do not want to fly. They do. They are. They just don’t want to fly for the airlines.

The problem is the lifestyle. After all, how many women want to spend 50% of their time away from home on the road eating bad food, and sleep half the nights of every month in a hotel room and not their own bedroom? Simple family activities, like picking up kids after school and taking them to pizza on their birthday, can be a scheduling nightmare.

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Generally speaking, everyone appreciates a little structure built into their lives, but airline schedules don’t work that way. They are fluid, inconsistent and full of unwanted surprises. I don’t know how many female airline pilots have children—that statistic is not available. But the fact is, the demands of being an airline pilot are not conducive to traditional family life.

There are attractive elements of flying for the airlines that you won’t find in much of corporate America. If you truly want a transparent pay scale on par with your peers and entirely seniority-based, there are no glass ceilings here.

But it’s not an easy life, unless, that is, you want to wear a uniform with sensible shoes while lugging your bags up and down stairs through empty terminals and dark parking garages in the middle of the night, then this is your gig. If you believe absolute standardization, ongoing training and physical evaluations every six months (an evaluation that, if you fail, there’s the possibility of losing your job), then this is the job for you.

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Me, I love it, but I recognize it’s not for everyone and particularly not for many women. The rewards centered around a lifetime spent flying for the airlines and helping support a safe environment for the traveling public are great. This environment provides me with structure and purpose enough to enjoy a high level of achievement.

But like any high-stress job, it’s all rainbows and unicorns until it’s not. That’s why we’re getting paid the big bucks. Airline pilot compensation is, as one climbs in seniority, very attractive, though it comes at a cost. At some point I realized my identity was tied into being in a peer group consisting of men in their 60s with whom I spend the majority of my waking moments at work.

Is it possible to be an airline pilot and a mom? It apparently is. I know plenty of women pilots who have raised children in picture-perfect suburban school districts. Again, I don’t know how many female airline pilots have children, but I do know that this is a tough career for any woman who entertains visions of hosting Thanksgiving dinner every year à la Norman Rockwell. If you are a proponent of Hallmark holidays or want weekends off to spend with the kids, well, you’d better run.

As for me, financial freedom, independence and world travel were my heart’s desire. These were the rewards I reaped from my career. The risks and sacrifices, however, are real. My duties as a pilot in a post-9/11 world include being officially dedicated the last line of defense between a terrorist and a tragedy. And as the pandemic unfolded, I continued to work three feet from my co-pilot, locked behind a cockpit door for up to eight hours a day, on the front lines even before it was well known how the virus was transmitted. Nevertheless, I’m proud of my contribution in the face of these events. And being true to myself has delivered personal success. My Norman Rockwell portrait depicts a happy husband, wife and dog in front of a California bungalow.

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While some commend corporate leaders for pretending to open the imaginary back door to more women, my view is that qualified pilots who meet major airlines’ hiring standards will continue to be hired at much the same rate they have always been. And while we need to continue to celebrate the achievements and milestones of women pilots, their numbers are likely to increase only slightly.

However, if the dreams and subsequent priorities of the next generation of women shift, so too will their lifestyle choices. The most important thing we who are on the job and those who are hiring can do is be honest about what our work/life balance entails. Until then, we do not need United Airlines or anyone else to hold the cockpit door open for us; we’re already on board.

Andrea Eldridge is a retired airline pilot now living in Idaho. She recently won the Solas Award in the women’s category for Best Travel Writing with a story about flight training in Japan.

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Content: Who’s to Blame for Coyotes Relocation?

Every time something goes haywire, people tend to point fingers at someone. Even with the Arizona Coyotes, does it happen on a game-to-game basis when things aren’t going well, or a player misses a shot, and so on; you get the point. In this instance, the Coyotes are being relocated to Salt Lake City in Utah, which houses a population of just over 200,000 people. This is costing many people their passion, favorite sports team, and most importantly, some people’s jobs. The Coyotes’ relocating goes far beyond just the hockey team.

Not to mention, the players’ lives are changing drastically by moving to a completely different state without very much notice. This isn’t like being traded where it might be expected or something of that nature; their careers are being flipped. While there is lots of uncertainty regarding the entire situation and there’s still plenty of news to come out in the coming weeks, people now ponder and ask, who’s to blame for the relocation?

Related: Reasons for the Arizona Coyotes’ Relocation to Salt Lake City

Many Coyotes fans will blame owner Alex Meruelo and solely Meruelo, and while lots of that is likely justified, plenty of other actions went down to put the blame on. If they had won the Tempe Entertainment District vote, that would’ve put relocation rumors to rest. Things could have worked out if they didn’t move out of what was known to be, Gila River Arena in Glendale.

Now let’s see who is likely to hold most of the blame for losing what was, as we know them, the Coyotes.

1. Owner, Alex Meruelo

When you ask a Coyotes fan who to blame for the relocation of the troubled franchise, they’ll likely respond with Meruelo’s name, and it’s 100 percent warranted. Meruelo, who bought the team in the summer of 2019, has always had an interesting relationship with the fans. For starters, he rarely, if ever, speaks to the media or any outlets of that nature. While that has its positives, it also has plenty of drawbacks, as it looks like he doesn’t care, and to some fans, that’s how they see him.

So why would it be Meruelo’s fault? At the end of the day, it’s the NHL moving the Coyotes to Salt Lake City, right? Well, not quite. Yes, commissioner Gary Bettman is playing a big role in this whole situation, but Meruelo is allowing it to happen. After the disastrous Tempe Entertainment District vote was shot down, the message was that he was going to remain committed to Arizona and to the fans and players of the team. But then, out of nowhere, comes the news of relocation, with Meruelo making a profit of nearly $600 million. This sudden decision and the significant profit he stands to make is seen by many as a betrayal at its finest.

“There has been a lot of discussion in recent days about the future of the Arizona Coyotes,” Meruelo said. “I understand and empathize with the concerns of our fans, our community, our partners, our players, our front office, and all of our team members. I hope to address these issues as soon as I am able to speak on the topics. We are focused on a myriad of issues that are unresolved, and therefore we are unable to make any official public comments at this time. However, you have my commitment that I am going to speak on all of these issues and publicly address all of your concerns as promptly as possible.”

This was the message he sent to fans on April 13, the first time he’s spoken since the news initially broke. Not only that, but he wasn’t even the person to tell the players they were relocating; general manager (GM) Bill Armstrong did. While yes, he’s the GM, he’s by no means expected to break the news that their lives are going to be changed and their careers will take a turn. This lack of leadership and communication is not only unfair to the fans, but especially to the players who deserve so much more. They should absolutely not be hearing news and updates at the same time fans are; that’s not cool.

If Meruelo wins the highly anticipated June 27 auction in north Phoenix, it’s said he’ll have a shot at the Coyotes returning, this time as an expansion franchise, whenever that may be. He would have to cross several bridges to reach that point, but building an arena would be step one. Regardless, though, he’s lost the trust of most of the fanbase with this entire situation, and while not all the information is public, he’s handled it very poorly, and his efforts in the past and present show that.

2. Tempe Vote

After the Coyotes decided to sign a multi-year deal with Arizona State University to play at Mullett Arena, change was on the horizon, and at the time, it seemed like it was for the better. The formerly named Gila River Arena wasn’t drawing in fans due to the far commute in Glendale, and the team was entering yet another rebuild. Along with the already uneven relationship between the city of Glendale, it was time to move on.

This led them to submit the proposed project to the council and people of Tempe, and that’s where the real kicker comes in. They had to climb the hill to convince people that this project was privately funded and would not cost taxpayer dollars. While getting that message across seems like it would be no issue, it was for the Coyotes for various reasons. One was a very poorly run campaign that started much later than its counterpart, Tempe First, which opposed the project.

Ultimately, they were outclassed and out-schooled by a much smaller group and, quite frankly, were flat-out embarrassed. It was a disaster for everyone involved with the Coyotes, as the next steps were unknown. If they had pulled off the Tempe vote as they should’ve, they would no longer be dealing with relocation rumors. They would be close if they had not already been cleaning up the landfill that resided on the plot of land, which is still there today.

We can’t reverse time, but having the Tempe vote go in the Coyotes’ favor would likely have saved them from relocation.

3. Mullett Arena

One of the key reasons for the relocation is the unsuitability of Mullett Arena for NHL games. Originally built to house Arizona State hockey, among other sports such as volleyball and even concerts, it simply does not meet the requirements of an NHL arena, with a capacity of just 4,600 people. For comparison, Bell Centre, home to the Montreal Canadiens, holds nearly five times more than Mullett Arena can. This stark difference in capacity underscores the need for a more suitable venue for the Coyotes.

It’s also true that the experience for the players and fans was not ideal. Sure, it was a unique experience for an East Coast team to come over to play once every year. Still, for the Coyotes to play 41 games there each season, it was a situation that needed resolving quickly, mainly because they would’ve been at Mullett Arena until at least through the 2027-28 season, as the new arena would need time to be built. Due to this, the NHL wanted a fixture to this entire sticky situation and as it turns out, relocation was the best option.

Nonetheless, Mullett Arena is not an NHL arena, and the NHL and the Coyotes observed that, which is likely the main reason why the Coyotes are heading to Salt Lake City.

Next Steps Include Many Hurdles for Coyotes

While plenty of other people and places could be blamed for the Coyotes’ relocation to Salt Lake City, there’s no need to, as we’d be here for days. But now, for the entire organization heading north to Utah, plenty of challenges and hurdles will be faced. The arena is number one. Delta Center isn’t tabbed as an NHL arena, so significant renovations must be done. It’s also fair to assume several players won’t want to play in Salt Lake City. That could cause an array of issues for Armstrong, who already has waves of draft capital for years to come. While this situation is very fluid and has several moving parts, make sure to follow The Hockey Writers for the latest updates.


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One of the best parts of drafting is that the excitement and discovery of opening booster packs becomes part of the game itself, with the dilemma of picking the best Lorcana cards for your own deck weighed up against denying your rivals the cards you think they might need based on what gets snapped up.

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Disney Lorcana draft rules: How to draft Lorcana

Crack a pack and jump in with our guide to Lorcana’s Booster Draft format.

Disney Lorcana, the House of Mouse’s brand new card game, can be played in a number of ways. One of the most exciting and popular TCG formats is Booster Draft, which combines the discovery of pulling cards from booster packs with the strategy and fun of crafting a deck before you do battle against your opponents. It’s easy to get started, so read on to wise up on the Lorcana draft rules you need to know.

How to draft Disney Lorcana

Learning how to play draft in Lorcana will come as second nature if you’ve played a draft format in other trading card games such as Magic: The Gathering. Like those TCGs, the format is all about building your deck with the cards you pull from a series of booster packs, picking carefully to make your own deck as strong as it can be without handing too many powerful cards to your opponents. It’s a very social way to play that supports bigger groups of players, and is often one of the most popular formats when playing at local game stores as a result.

One of the best parts of drafting is that the excitement and discovery of opening booster packs becomes part of the game itself, with the dilemma of picking the best Lorcana cards for your own deck weighed up against denying your rivals the cards you think they might need based on what gets snapped up.

While knowing how to play Lorcana will help when building your draft deck, you don’t need to be an expert player to give it a go - sometimes just throwing some cards together can be a fun way to see what the game can do and discover new combinations and possibilities. If you’re new and feel intimidated by not knowing the most powerful cards, just go with your gut and pick the cards or abilities that appeal to you - even if that’s just choosing your favourite Disney characters.

Working out how to build a Lorcana deck can also be easier when playing Booster Draft, as there aren’t the same restrictions or expectations as carefully refining your custom deck for constructed games. Sometimes, you might not even have a choice - you can just end up with whatever’s left at the end of a round of drafting!

Whether you’re a drafting pro or brand new to the format, learning how to draft Lorcana can open your eyes to a new way to enjoy the Disney card game. Below we’ll run through everything you need to know about drafting Lorcana, from the essential Lorcana draft rules to making your deck and what you’ll need to get started.

Can Lorcana be drafted?

Yes, Disney Lorcana is draftable. This means that the card game supports a Booster Draft format, similar to Magic: The Gathering’s Draft format.

In fact, if you’re familiar with how to draft in MTG, learning how to draft in Lorcana will be very easy, as many of the rules are shared or similar.

What is Booster Draft for Lorcana?

In any Booster Draft format, whether it’s for Disney Lorcana or Magic: The Gathering, players build their decks as part of each game by opening a set of booster packs (giving the format its name!)

This is the format’s biggest difference from other ‘constructed’ formats where players are able to build their deck ahead of time. Between the two formats is another format known as Sealed Deck, where each player opens a number of booster packs (at least six per person) to build their deck of 40 cards, but don’t have to draft cards against their opponents.

Like other TCGs, one of the biggest appeals of the Booster Draft format in Lorcana is its affordability: you only need to buy four boosters (costing around £20/$24) to play, and you’ll usually be able to take the cards home with you if you’re playing at a local store.

Another benefit of this is that no-one’s deck can have an advantage simply by paying more for the most expensive or rarest Lorcana cards - everyone starts on the same footing, having to build their deck from whatever they pull from the booster packs.

How many boosters do I need to play Lorcana draft?

When playing Disney Lorcana in its Draft format, each player needs at least four booster packs. That’s four boosters each - so if there are six players, you’ll need 24 packs in total. (Which just so happens to be the number you get in a standard Lorcana booster box.)

Disney Lorcana draft rules

In Lorcana’s Booster Draft format, players each open a booster pack before choosing a card from their pack’s cards. Once they have chosen a card, they pass the remaining cards to their neighbouring player before repeating with the cards they are handed by their own neighbour: choose a card and pass the rest on.

Once the current cards have all been drafted, players repeat the process by opening another booster pack each, drafting cards one at a time and passing the rest to their neighbour.

With each new booster pack, alternate which direction you pass your cards for that round of drafting: first to the player to your left so the cards travel clockwise, then the player to your right so they go anti-clockwise, and so on.

Repeat this process, alternating the direction with each pack you open, until you have drafted all of the cards from every pack. You should end up with 48 cards in total.

How to build a draft deck in Lorcana

In Lorcana’s Booster Draft format, each player will build a 40-card deck. This is a change from the standard 60-card deck when you build a Lorcana deck for use in its Core Constructed format.

As you should end up with 48 cards from the cards you draft - as each booster includes 12 cards - you will essentially be looking to decide which eight cards you want to discard and not include in your deck.

In another major change from Lorcana’s standard deck-building rules for its Core Constructed format, which limits your deck to a maximum of two different ink colours, you can include cards of all six inks in your deck when playing Lorcana’s Booster Draft format.

One final change from the standard Lorcana deck-building rules is that you can include more than four copies of a card with the same name. This includes both the name of the character - for example, Captain Hook - and their title, which is printed underneath, such as Forceful Duelist.

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Toy Story 5 potential release date, cast, plot and everything you need to know

To infinity!

Remember when Toy Story 3 came out and everyone heralded it for being the perfect ending to the beloved Pixar saga? And then Toy Story 4 came around and took over the mantle as Woody opted for a life outside the toybox with Bo Peep?

Well, it appears the story isn't actually over yet, as Disney has just confirmed that a fifth film is officially in the works!

The exciting news was announced by Disney boss Bob Iger on February 8, 2023, along Frozen 3 and Zootopia 2.

Although Toy Story 4 felt like the perfect conclusion to a perfect saga, producer Jonas Rivera previously told Digital Spy that each Toy Story film is written with the purpose of being both an ending and a new beginning.

So with that being said, how did the end of Toy Story 4 set up a fifth movie? Here's everything you need to know.

Toy Story 5 release date: When can we expect it?

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Toy Story 5 might have been confirmed, but we still don't know when it will be released in cinemas.

"We'll have more to share about these productions soon, but this is a great example of how we're leaning into our unrivaled brands and franchises," Iger said when he officially announced the film (via Deadline).

There were nine years between the third and fourth Toy Story movies, which means it could still be a few more years until Woody and the gang are back. Obviously, we hope this isn't the case, so we promise to update you as soon as we know more.

Toy Story 5 cast: Who's returning?

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Tim Allen has pretty much confirmed his comeback as Buzz Lightyear, along with Tom Hanks' return as his partner in toy-crime, Woody.

Following the fifth film's announcement, the actor tweeted: "See ya soon Woody, you are a sad strange little man and you have my pity. And off we go to a number 5! To infinity and beyond!"

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Woody rode off into the sunset with Bo Peep (Annie Potts) at the end of Toy Story 4 (no, we're still not over it), so if Woody returns, then we'd expect to see Bo and her sheep too.

Elsewhere, there are likely returns from Joan Cusack as Jessie, Wallace Shawn as Rex, John Ratzenberger as Hamm, Blake Clark as Slinky Dog and Jeff Pidegon as the Pizza Planet Aliens.

Then there's the toys Bonnie already had before Andy gave her Woody and co, including Giggle McDimples (Ally Maki), Dollie (Bonny Hunt) and Trixie (Kristen Shaal).

Tony Hale, Keanu Reeves, Jordan Peele, and Keegan Michael Key could also reprise their respective roles as Forky, Duke Caboom, Bunny, and Ducky from the fourth film.

Sadly, Don Rickles and Estelle Harris will not be able to reprise their roles as Mr and Mrs Potato Head in the fifth instalment. Rickles passed away in 2017, and his voice was used in the fourth film via archive recordings, while Harris died in 2022.

It's possible archive recordings will be used again, otherwise the roles are likely to be recast, or even written out of the film altogether.

Toy Story 5 plot: What will the fifth movie be about?

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Like all previous Toy Story movies, the fourth movie was both an ending and the possibility of a new beginning.

Toy Story producer Jonas Rivera told Digital Spy back in 2019: "I want all of them to feel complete. If this is the last time you see them, you will feel satisfied."

The fourth movie saw Woody struggle to move on and adjust to his new life with Bonnie, but his unexpected reunion with Bo Peep – as well as his friendship with Forky – provided him with a new perspective on life.

Instead of returning with Buzz and the others to Bonnie at the end of the film, then, he decided to head out on the road with Bo Peep.

As Buzz put it: "He's not lost, not any more." We're not crying, you're crying.

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One of the credit scenes revealed that Woody is now helping other toys find their very own 'Andy'. It's therefore possible that Toy Story 5 could see Bonnie all grown up and her toys discarded, so Woody and Bo assist them in finding a new owner.

This, of course, happened at the end of Toy Story 3 when Andy gave the toys to Bonnie as he left for college, so it would feel too similar.

It's hard to even fathom, but there's also the possibility of introducing an entirely new group of toys without Woody, Buzz and the others in tow.

"If there's a Star Wars movie without Luke Skywalker, and they're similar, there's such a large world of implied history and toys around the world," Rivera previously told us. "I'm also programmed with the never-say-never, there could also be a million ways you could go."

Allen's tweet does seem to confirm that Woody and Buzz will definitely be back, so don't take our word for it. Either way, we'll keep you updated on all the details.

Toy Story 5 trailer: Any footage yet?

Given that Toy Story 5 has only just been announced, we're still a long way from seeing any new footage.

But there's plenty of Toy Story content on Disney+ to keep you entertained until then, including all four films and numerous shorts.

Toy Story 1, 2, 3 and 4 are available to watch on Disney+.

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Green Mountain Film Festival returns to the silver screen after a pandemic pause

Since 1997, Vermonters have flocked to Montpelier for the Green Mountain Film Festival, which showcases work from around the world. But in 2019, the festival was forced to pause due to COVID-19. Organizers took that time to redevelop the festival, which opens today for the first time in five years.

Vermont Public's Nathaniel Wilson spoke with Green Mountain Film Festival programmer Sam Kann about what's in store for audiences this year. This interview was produced for the ear. We highly recommend listening to the audio. We’ve also provided a transcript, which has been edited for length and clarity.

Nathaniel Wilson: Festivals around the country are getting a big push from filmmakers to hold in-person screenings coming out of the pandemic. How does it feel to actually be able to gather in-person, in theater seats for an event like this?

Sam Kann: It's truly the best. I strongly believe that art and cinema is meant to be experienced in community and in-person. The feeling of being in a packed theater and watching a film for the first time altogether is unlike anything else. I'm really excited, not only for people to see the film, but also for the conversations that happened afterwards in the lobbies at dinner afterwards. I really think that's how film is able to best reach audiences and transform people in communities.

Nathaniel Wilson: What kind of changes have been instituted since the festival took a pause in 2019?

Sam Kann: There's a lot that's still the same. We're still based out of the Savoy [Theater]. but we've also expanded to the Capitol. Now we're operating on three screens, which is really, really exciting.

Other than that, it's a new team. We've got a new board and a new executive director. I'm new as the festival programmer. We were working off of the really warm legacy that Green Mountain Film Festival has in the community, but reinventing it in new and awesome ways. We knew historically, the festival had always played incredible documentary and international films, helmed by Rick Winston. So, continuing that legacy and also striving to expand and really push the festival to be diverse, current and bringing the best of world cinema to Montpelier and Vermont.

Nathaniel Wilson: You mentioned it a little bit there — but what does this festival mean to the Montpelier community?

Sam Kann: It's incredible to see so many folks, who have come up to me and the other people who are working for GMFF, just like glowing. I think particularly this year — with the flood, the amount the community went through with that and the resiliency that the community has shown, having a celebratory event come back is really, really special and beloved.

Nathaniel Wilson: When programming the festival, what kind of stories or experiences do you aim to bring to Vermonters?

Sam Kann: I focus both really close and really far. What I mean by that is — it was important for me to have Vermont stories. We have youth media showcase, a film slam and Vermont shorts block. A lot of work that is really near to to Vermont, and then also to go as far as possible and really bring in stories that, like I was saying before , otherwise wouldn't reach this community.

I think people don't necessarily know that there are are hundreds of films that get made every year that for one reason or another usually because they're not deemed as as commercial as other films. They don't reach your local cinema. Often, those stories are told by smaller filmmakers. So, us also wanting to bring more experimental more diverse, more wide-ranging stories to our community as well.

Nathaniel Wilson: What are some films in this year's lineup that audiences should have on their radar?

Sam Kann: There's really something for everyone, but there's a couple movies I'll highlight.

We have JOONAM, this fantastic documentary by a local filmmaker here, Sierra Urich. She grew up in Bristol, and it's a film she made with her mother and grandmother. She's an Iranian-American filmmaker, and it's really her understanding her cultural past.

I'd also highlight I Saw the TV Glow by Jean Schoenbrun. It's a fantastic trans-horror film that's really genre bending about two high school misfits who bond over a shared love of a Buffy the Vampire-inspired television show.

I'd also highlight Three Promises. It's a fantastic Palestinian documentary. It's composed entirely of found footage. The filmmaker's mother filmed him and his sister during the early 2000s, during this response to the Second Intifada. He repurposed that footage into a documentary, and it's just a small slice of a mother's love in a war zone. I just can't imagine a more relevant film given the ongoing genocide in Gaza.

Those are a couple of recommendations I have. I'd really encourage folks to check out our entire lineup. We have everything from narratives, documentaries, animated films, restorations and short films, so something for everyone.

Nathaniel Wilson: And there are some non-film events that are being held alongside the films in the festival this year. Can you talk some about those?

Sam Kann: We have a Vermont Black farmers panel, as part of the Farming While Black documentary. We have a video-art gallery at the chrome factory, which is a new space in Montpelier. At this gallery, we have nine video, art pieces by seven artists, international artists. Then DJ sets on Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the festival. Those are just a couple of our of our non-film events or other events that are part of the festival.

Nathaniel Wilson: Throughout the pandemic, online screenings for film festivals increased in popularity. And we'll see that this year at the Green Mountain Film Festival. Why is this an important addition to the festival experience?

Sam Kann: This was really something we worked with All Brains Belong on. The hope was that by doing an online screening we would be able to reach audiences who have other needs. It's really an accessibility thing for us. We want everyone who wants to watch movies to have the chance to be part of this community event. We understand that there are various accessibility needs and neurological needs in the community. That's why we were really excited about having a virtual screening.

The Green Mountain Film Festival starts Thursday, March 14 and runs through Sunday, March 17th.

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