Before the sun rises, ROTC cadets are walking through the stands of the Ohio Stadium, collecting trash after a Saturday football game. The cadets aren’t the only ones helping out coordinated efforts with other groups begin immediately after the fans leave the stadium to reset the ‘Shoe for the week ahead. Athletics staff, ROTC cadets and the university’s Facilities Operations and Development team (FOD) are the ones cleaning the ‘Shoe each week, said Colin Thompson, general manager of the Schottenstein Center. Over 350, 000 pounds of waste materials were gathered in 2024, according to Logan Gould, a zero waste coordinator for FOD. To coordinate collection efforts, Thompson said they start planning before the season begins. “We have an initial season start meeting to familiarize ROTC with the facility and hear any recommended changes,” Thompson said in an email. “All of this is completed prior to game one.” Throughout the season, Thompson said planning continues between the athletics department and ROTC. Jason Browning, the facility operations manager for the stadium, works with the cadets to discuss game-specific details and planning, Thompson said. ROTC handles the entire seating bowl and arrives on Sundays around 5: 30 a. m. rain or shine to begin, Thompson said. While ROTC handles the stands, other teams start cleaning the second the game ends. “The stadium team pulls trash in the concourse and takes it to dumpsters for removal,” Thompson said. Those who run the food stands are responsible for cleaning their areas. After, Thompson said stadium operations do a “first pass concourse sweep” before leaving for the night. It takes a lot of people to clean the stadium. Thompson said about 50 Ohio State student workers and contract employees help each game, along with 60 to 80 ROTC cadets, depending on who is available. Even though cleanup starts right after the game, it doesn’t wrap up until the next day. “Efforts begin after the game and we are typically reset by Sunday at 1 p. m.,” Thompson said. Even after cleanup, the work isn’t complete, Thompson said. Detailing and prep for the next game continues throughout the week. One of the biggest issues that slows them down: weather. “Rain can dramatically slow the efforts of the clean up crew,” Thompson said. Thompson also said the athletics department works closely with FOD on Ohio State’s zero-waste goals. He said they work “hand in hand” to sort cans and materials and coordinate with Rumpke, a waste removal company, to move items to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction for sorting. Dan Hedman, a university spokesperson, said in an email that for major events like Commencement, FOD handles everything from setting up chairs and stages to taking them down afterward. Hedman said Ohio Stadium is “a leader in sustainability and zero waste,” earning awards like the Green Sports Alliance Play to Zero and the Zero Waste Touchdown Challenge. Hedman said there aren’t organized efforts to clean up unofficial events around campus, such as Halloween or other holidays. FOD also takes care of the rest of campus throughout the year. Hedman said its employees empty trash cans, clean building entrances, mow grass, plant flowers and trees and even clear snow in the winter. Overall, they maintain 1, 715 acres, over 600 buildings and more than 15, 000 trees. After long nights and early mornings, Thompson said fans can help make everything easier if they simply pick up after themselves. “Any help they can provide by throwing their trash in receptacles is appreciated,” Thompson said.
https://www.thelantern.com/2025/11/after-game-day-the-people-behind-the-cleanup/
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What To Cook A Turkey In If You Don’t Have A Roasting Pan
Maybe it’s your first year hosting Thanksgiving, or you just moved and your roasting pan is nowhere to be found. How important is a roasting pan when preparing a turkey? Do you really need one, or can you still roast a turkey successfully without it? The truth is that while roasting pans are designed to cook turkeys and other large proteins evenly and efficiently, there are plenty of ways to make it work without one. With a few smart substitutions, you can still achieve crispy skin, juicy meat, and deeply flavored drippings for gravy. We’ll walk you through the benefits of a roasting pan, alternatives to use in its place, and tips for roasting a turkey to perfection no matter what pan you’re using. Why Use A Roasting Pan For Turkey? A traditional roasting pan is built to handle large, heavy cuts of meat, from turkey to leg of lamb. These pans have deep sides that help contain juices, minimize splatter, and promote even heat circulation. Most also come with a roasting rack, which keeps the meat suspended off the bottom of the pan. This lift helps promote air flow around the entire bird, leading to more even roasting, crispier skin, and less risk of a soggy bottom. Other Ways To Roast A Turkey If you’re choosing a pan to take the place of a traditional roasting pan, it’s important to choose a vessel that can handle high heat, support the turkey’s weight, and allow for the right circulation of air. Here are some Test Kitchen-approved alternatives: A Baking Sheet A heavy-duty rimmed baking sheet (also known as a half sheet pan), is one of the most reliable substitutions. It works for whole turkeys, spatchcocked birds, or even turkey parts. For the best results, line the pan with onions, carrots, celery, or other preferred aromatics before placing on the turkey, lifting it off the pan for the most even cooking. Be careful when removing the pan from the oven-while it is rimmed, a baking sheet is shallow enough to allow for splashes. A Dutch Oven A large Dutch oven is another good option, though it’s best suited for smaller birds. The high walls trap moisture and heat, keeping the bird exceptionally juicy. Start roasting with the lid on to keep the turkey tender, then uncover toward the end for a crispy skin and nice browning. Disposable Roasting Pan A holiday staple when cooking for a crowd, a disposable roasting pan can be a lifesaver for a multitude of dishes, from roasts to breakfast casseroles or family-style desserts. The downside? They can be flimsy, especially if you’re roasting a large turkey. If you do opt for a disposable roasting pan, place over a baking sheet for extra support when lifting in and out of the oven. Cast-Iron Skillet A large cast-iron skillet can be a game-changer for searing steak, roasting chicken, or yes, roasting a small turkey or turkey breast. Cast iron heats evenly and retains heat well, creating a nicely cooked bottom, juicy interior, and browned skin. But cast iron is heavy, so enlist some help when lifting the turkey in and out of the oven. DIY Roasting Rack If you have a roasting pan but no rack, there are a few ways to lift your bird off the bottom of the pan while cooking: Veggie base: Place the turkey over carrots, onions, celery, parsnips, or other preferred vegetables to impart flavor and create a buffer between the pan and bird. Cooling rack: If you have an oven-safe cooling rack, place that in your pan as an alternative to a traditional roasting rack. Foil: Roll aluminum foil into thick rings and place into the pan for a makeshift rack option. Tips For The Best Roasted Turkey No matter what you choose to roast in, these key tips will help you achieve your juiciest turkey yet:.
https://www.southernliving.com/what-can-you-cook-a-turkey-in-if-you-dont-have-a-roasting-pan-11851969
All Wolf Den locations in Ghost of Yotei
Your friendly wolf companion in Ghost of Yotei is not just there to add to the mystique. You can rank up a special skill tree to turn your lupine friend into a supplementary murder machine that can help you out in challenging situations. To do so, you need to earn its trust by finding all the wolf dens in the game and completing the mission attached to each one. All Wolf Den locations in Ghost of Yotei When you find each wolf den, you will need to follow the wolf and assist it. Usually, this will mean taking on enemies who are trying to kill wolves in the local area, and sometimes it will mean a duel against a particularly powerful foe, so be careful. Yotei Grasslands Great Mountain Wolf Den this den can be found to the northwest of the Crow’s Nest Watchtower. Green Hill Wolf Den this den is located south of Leake Shikotsu, beside the road that runs south to Shirahige Falls. Ishikari Plains Old Wound Wolf Den this can be found west of the Rumoi River, to the northwest of Stone Jaw Coast. Dying Fire Wolf Den is found to the west of the Matasumae Outpost. Tokachi Range Howling Fields Wolf Den can be found to the south of the Boar’s Eye Cave. Hunter’s Watch Wolf Den can be found in the center of the Ohara Plains. Nayoro Wilds White Scars Wolf Den this is found just north of Kankan Creek along the Nupur River. Teshio Ridge Cold Lake Wolf Den this den can be found to the east of Sarobetsu Lake. Biting Wind Wolf Den this can be found to the north of the Sentinel Forest. Oshima Coast Waterfall Wolf Den this den can be found to the east of the Saito Artillery Outpost.
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146946/all-wolf-den-locations-ghost-of-yotei
Summer Walker’s ‘Finally Over It’ Lands at No. 2 With Year’s Biggest Debut for a Female R&B Artist
With her third studio album “Finally Over It” debuting at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 this week, Summer Walker not only secured the biggest R&B debut by a woman in 2025, but also chalked up her fourth Top 10 entry on the chart. The 18-song record debuts with 77, 000 equivalent album units earned, according to Luminate. With features from Chris Brown, Anderson . Paak, Bryson Tiller and Mariah the Scientist, among others, “Finally Over It” collected an estimated 92 million streams and 8, 000 album sales. “Finally Over It” serves as the third and final installment in Walker’s hit album series, following “Over It” (2019), which debuted at No. 2, and “Still Over It” (2021), which arrived at No. 1. The new release rolled out in multiple formats, followed by two deluxe versions and new songs such as “Session 34 (Mona Lisa)” and a new version of “Session 32,” both of which were exclusive to iTunes. Walker wasn’t the only artist with a debut in the top 10 of the Billboard 200. Christian rapper NF’s latest release, “Fear,” debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 with nearly 76, 000 equivalent album units. It marks his fifth consecutive top 10 entry. Of the total, about 48, 000 came from album sales and he collected 37 million streams. 5 Seconds of Summer lands its seventh top 10 album as “Everyone’s a Star!” debuts at No. 6 with 51, 000 equivalent album units. That total includes 41, 000 in album sales and 11. 33 million on-demand streams. The list is led by Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” for a seventh week in a row. The set earned 93, 000 equivalent album units and just over 98 million streams.
https://variety.com/2025/music/news/summer-walker-finally-over-it-biggest-debut-female-rb-charts-1236591080/
It’s all about managing emotions for Texas, Texas A&M in Lone Star Showdown
It’s a matchup of two ranked teams, with one firmly in the mix to make the College Football Playoff field, and the other has to defend its home field and win to have a shot at being included. With a win, the Aggies will lock up a spot in the Southeastern Conference championship game, so the Longhorns could play spoiler and derail those hopes with a victory.
https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/its-all-about-managing-emotions-for-texas-texas-am-in-lone-star-showdown/
Legendary actor Udo Kier passes away at 81
An icon of television and movies, and a very familiar face from the classic world of real-time strategy gaming, Udo Kier was reported to have passed away this week. The German star was famous for stoic and eccentric delivery across more than 200 roles in TV, film, video games, and more. The cause was not given, but his partner, Delbert McBride reported that he was 81 at the time of his death on Sunday. Udo Kier’s passing was officially shared by Variety, who spoke with McBride on the matter. While much of Kier’s name was made in German arthouse films and prestige cinema, many of us will remember Kier as the face and voice of Yuri in Command & Conquer. He played the character in full-motion video cutscenes across Red Alert 2 and its expansion, Yuri’s Revenge. He also provided Yuri’s voice as a unit in-game, delivering a memorable psychic madman in his performance. Kier was working on another major appearance in video game media, as he was a leading actor in Hideo Kojima, Kojima Productions, and Xbox Game Studios’ upcoming OD. As such, Kojima himself was also shocked and saddened to hear of the legendary actor’s passing, offering condolences: It is unknown how much of OD was shot with Kier, or if Kier’s role will be preserved in the final product. However, it seems likely to be his last appearance and another feather in the cap of what looked like a long and illustrious career. Shacknews sends condolences to Kier’s friends.
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146953/udo-kier-obituary-red-alert-2-kojima-od
Something Wild: Admiring the sycamore
This was originally heard in September 2025. Earlier this fall, the Something Wild team, Dave Anderson of the Forest Society, and Chris Martin and Grace McCulloch of NH Audubon, brought a measuring tape to visit NH’s largest sycamore tree, located at the historic Kimball-Jenkins Estate near Horseshoe Pond in Concord’s north end. The City of Concord tree department, who cares for this giant, says it’s well over 100 feet tall. The Something Wild team measured its crown spread from one side to the other at a very approximate 110 feet. Fortunately, the facilities manager of the Kimball-Jenkins Estate, Ko Dustin, was available to join hands to circle the massive trunk, which turned out to be approximately 18 feet (or 4 people) in circumference. Sycamores are known for their typically large size and multi-century lifespans. This urban tree is believed to be over 300 years old, meaning that it was already growing here when the town of Rumford, Concord’s predecessor, was established back in the early 1700s. Sycamores have a rich fossil history that goes back to the late Cretaceous Period, about 100 million years ago. That makes them tens of millions of years older than our more common maples and oaks. Sycamores don’t form forests like pines and oaks do, and they’re pretty uncommon across the Granite State’s landscape. New Hampshire is at the very northern edge of their range, but they do occur in wet soils along our major rivers. You’ll find them along the Merrimack River floodplain, and along the Connecticut River as far north as Lebanon. They’re a fast-growing, light-dependent, pioneer species with a strong. spreading root system that’s just as expansive as its canopy. Sycamores thrive in eroded or over-washed areas where moist sandy bottomland soil is exposed. But this tree can’t stand to be constantly flooded and it will die if inundated for long intervals. This species is known for its distinctive platey, peeling, mottled bark. With patches of white, gray, green, and brown, it not only looks like camouflage, but it might be the actual inspiration for the camo design in the first place! Sycamore bark doesn’t expand as fast as the tree grows, so outer layers flake off in irregular patches. The white color you see on the tree’s upper trunk and branches is the newly-exposed inner layer. This light color may help to reflect sunlight and allow the tree to stay cool in warmer southern climates. Sycamore heartwood is prone to injury and decay. Wind storms and ice accumulation can break off branches. In trees, the vital living tissue is concentrated in the trunk’s outer layers, and trees reinforce this strong outer shell with continuous outward growth. If the center heartwood starts to decay, the tree compartmentalizes the wound, walling it off from the tree’s living tissue. The giant trees are often hollow, which doesn’t necessarily mean the tree is dying, it’s just concentrating its strength on the outside. The distinctive hollows that result provide nesting and denning spaces for a variety of birds and mammals. Hollow trunks can be den sites for black bears and nest sites for barred owls. For example, before chimneys dotted the landscape, chimney swifts used to roost inside hollow trees. Chimney swifts are fast-flying insectivorous birds that spend most of their active time in the air. They don’t perch on branches and wires like most other birds, instead they cling to vertical surfaces to rest and nest, which made those hollow sycamores the perfect spot for a giant roost. Back in the early 1800s, naturalist John James Audubon actually described thousands of swifts bursting out of one hollow sycamore at dawn. He estimated nearly 9, 000 birds packed into a single tree. And sycamores produce pendant seed balls consisting of thousands of lightweight wind-blown seeds that provide food for purple finches, juncos, and squirrels. And it’s extensive root system and the diameter of its mature trunk both help keep it standing strong against the wind. As fall approaches, the sycamore’s huge bright green and broadly-toothed leaves turn to yellow-gold, and then brown. The color show will only last a few weeks, but with the contrasting patterned bark, it’s a special sight worth seeking out along southern NH rivers.
https://www.nhpr.org/show/something-wild/2025-11-24/something-wild-admiring-the-stature-of-the-sycamore
Trump’s Obamacare subsidy plan in flux after GOP outcry
But the conservative backlash was palpable both in public and private, particularly from Republicans in the House, who suggested the president was ceding too much ground to Democratic healthcare demands and that the White House should consult more closely with GOP lawmakers. A House Republican, who was granted anonymity to discuss talks among colleagues, described the private reaction to reported details about Trump’s yet-to-be-released proposal as “not good.” “This is what happens when policies are made in darkness,” they told the Washington Examiner. The White House did not respond to a request for comment. Press secretary Karoline Leavitt later declined to rule out a possible announcement from the president. “Right now, the president is very much involved in these talks, and he’s very focused on unveiling a healthcare proposal that will fix the system and will bring down costs for consumers,” Leavitt told reporters at the White House. “As for the details of those discussions, I’ll let the president speak for himself.” Some initial GOP feedback was more openly negative. Rep. Bob Onder (R-MO), a physician and member of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, said in a series of posts that “doubling down on a broken system is not reform” and that he was “hoping” a pitch from the president for an extension with limits “isn’t true.” Others, such as Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN), appeared more open-minded, despite broader opposition to extending the pandemic-era enhanced subsidies that will expire at year’s end. In addition, at least one Senate Democrat expressed cautious optimism about Trump’s plan that a bipartisan deal could be reached to prevent out-of-pocket premiums from skyrocketing for millions of people. “A lot of folks are getting nervous because the president of the United States has the audacity to propose some changes” to Obamacare, Burchett said in a video posted to X. “Everybody’s going to freak out, clutch their pearls, and wring their hands. Look, that’s why you negotiate. You put something on the dadgum table, and then you fight over it.” Burchett added that he does not support the details of the framework but predicted that Republicans “will probably kill it in the press, and everybody will be anonymous sources.” “We haven’t done anything in, what, 15 years? Everyone’s griping and moaning about it,” he continued. “At least Trump’s got the guts to do something about it.” Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-NH), one of eight Senate Democrats who crafted the shutdown-ending deal with Republicans to reopen the government, said a formal proposal would be evidence of Trump and congressional Republicans “now coming to the table” ahead of the subsidy cliff and a promised vote next month by Senate GOP leadership on a healthcare bill of Democrats’ choosing. “While I have significant concerns about some of the ideas reportedly in the president’s proposal, it nonetheless represents a starting point for serious negotiations,” Hassan said in a statement. “The fact that President Trump is putting forward any offer at all to extend the Affordable Care Act’s tax credits shows that there is a broad understanding that inaction in this regard will cause serious harm to the American people.” As part of a government funding deal to end the shutdown, Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) promised Democrats a floor vote to address the subsidies on a bill of their choosing by the second week of December, before Congress heads home for the remainder of the year. Bipartisan talks have continued behind the scenes in a bid to find a solution that could muster the 60 votes needed to clear a filibuster. Trump and Republicans face possible backlash at the ballot box in the 2026 midterm elections if the healthcare credits are not addressed. And Democrats are ready to wield healthcare as an election rallying cry to try to topple the Republican majorities in the House and Senate. BIPARTISAN HOUSE GROUP FLOATS COMPROMISE ON OBAMACARE SUBSIDY EXTENSION Publicly, Trump has pushed for redirecting the subsidies from insurance companies to individual health savings accounts, echoing GOP concerns that federal aid has done more to line the pockets of corporations than lower healthcare costs for people. “THE ONLY HEALTHCARE I WILL SUPPORT OR APPROVE IS SENDING THE MONEY DIRECTLY BACK TO THE PEOPLE, WITH NOTHING GOING TO THE BIG, FAT, RICH INSURANCE COMPANIES, WHO HAVE MADE RILLIONS, AND RIPPED OFF AMERICA LONG ENOUGH,” Trump wrote in a recent Truth Social post. “THE PEOPLE WILL BE ALLOWED TO NEGOTIATE AND BUY THEIR OWN, MUCH BETTER, INSURANCE. POWER TO THE PEOPLE! Congress, do not waste your time and energy on anything else.” Naomi Lim and Lauren Green contributed to this report.
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/healthcare/3896993/trump-obamacare-subsidy-plan-in-flux-gop-outcry/
Millwall vs Sheffield Wednesday Prediction and Betting Tips | November 26th 2025
Millwall will host Sheffield Wednesday at The Den on Wednesday in another round of the 2025-26 EFL Championship campaign. The home side have had an overall positive season but have lost their way in recent games and have now dropped out of the promotion playoff spots. They suffered a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Portsmouth upon returning from the international break last weekend, falling 2-0 behind before a red card to Joe Bryan midway through the second half all but ended their chances of mounting a comeback. Thanks for the submission! Sheffield Wednesday, meanwhile, have endured a woeful campaign and appear to be on borrowed time in the second tier as they continue to reel from the heavy points deduction handed to them last month. The Owls suffered a 3-0 defeat to rivals Sheffield United in the Steel City derby on Sunday and could have few complaints about the result after failing to register a single shot on target throughout the contest. They remain rock-bottom in the Championship table with -4 points and will be desperate for a positive result on Wednesday to lift the mood around the club. Millwall vs Sheffield Wednesday Head-to-Head and Key Numbers There have been 55 meetings between Millwall and Wednesday. The hosts have won 18 of those games while the visitors have won two more. There have been 17 draws between the two teams including their most recent matchup which ended 2-2. The hosts have lost just one of their last nine games in this fixture. Wednesday have the worst offensive and defensive records in the English second tier this season with 12 goals scored and 32 conceded in 16 games. Millwall have scored 18 goals in the Championship this term, the fewest of any team in the top half of the table. Millwall vs Sheffield Wednesday Prediction The Lions head into the midweek clash on a four-game winless streak after winning each of their previous four. They are, however, undefeated in their last four home matches and are firm favourites for Wednesday’s game. The Owls have lost their last two games and are winless in their last 10. They have the joint-worst away record in the division so far and could lose this one. Prediction: Millwall 2-1 Sheffield Wednesday Millwall vs Sheffield Wednesday Betting Tips Tip 1 Result: Millwall Tip 2 Goals Over/under 2. 5 Over 2. 5 goals (Four of the last five matches between the two teams have produced more than 2. 5 goals) Tip 3 Both teams to score: YES (Both sides have found the back of the net in three of the hosts’ last four matches).
https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/millwall-vs-sheffield-wednesday-prediction-betting-tips-november-26th-2025
Camp Flog Gnaw 2025: Photos From the Festival
Trending on Billboard After horrendous weather delayed Tyler, The Creator‘s 11th annual Camp Flog Gnaw music festival, the two-day fest finally returned in all its glory this past weekend. Taking over Dodger Stadium Grounds for a fifth year, the weekend included performances from Childish Gambino, Doechii and of course Tyler himself. Kicking things off was LA Reezy and rapper Navy Blue, who both brought their signature blend of introspective and uplifting hip-hop to life. From there, Saturday officially kicked into high gear by late afternoon with hard-hitting performances from Samara Cyn, AZ Chike, AG Club, rap group Paris Texas, Kali Uchis and Earl Sweatshirt. Once the sun set, the party really started, with Tyler, Clipse and Childish Gambino closing out night one with explosive sets. Gambino’s was particularly emotional, as Donald Glover disclosed that last year he’d suffered a stroke among other medical complications, leading him to cancel his 2024 tour. Sunday was equally as jaw-dropping, as GIA FU and TDE’s own Ray Vaughn lit up day two’s early hours. Zack Fox, Domo Genesis, MIKE, Luh Tyler, Teezo Touchdown and Blood Orange kept the good times rollin’ till the sun set. Once it was dark, Thundercat and Larry June & 2 Chainz kept the energy high, while T-Pain, Doechii, GloRilla and AP Rocky closed out an unbelievable weekend with some of the most memorable performances of the entire festival. Needless to say, Camp Flog Gnaw 2025 was an unforgettable success despite the delay. Below, find the best photos from the weekend, from performances to crowd shots and more.
https://www.billboard.com/photos/camp-flog-gnaw-festival-photos-1236121213/