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Local writer and Baltimore Fishbowl columnist Marion Winik got a major boost last weekend when best-selling author Ann Patchett deployed social media heft to praise Winik’s work. View this post on Instagram “Marion Winik is just an amazing force of creativity and good thinking in the world,” Patchett said in Instagram and Facebook posts under the account of her independent Tennessee bookstore. Patchett gave a detailed explanation of the genesis of the Winik publication “The Big Book of the Dead,” which combines essays from two previous books, “Glen Rock Book of the Dead ” and “Baltimore Book of the Dead” and adds new material. Published in 2019, “The Big Book of the Dead” profiles with humor and pathos people in her life who have died. Patchett cites the book as especially instructive for writers because Winik “manages in a short space to completely flesh out a character.” Winik is a creative writing professor at University of Baltimore, and Patchett compared her to Russian literary giant Anton Chekov. “I am stunned by Ann Patchett’s generosity and humbled by her comments,” Winik said in response. “I am sure that this is the first and last time I will ever be compared to Chekov.” In 2011, Patchett opened the independent bookstore Parnassus Books in Nashville and has been posting regular book recommendations on its social media accounts for years. The mention resulted in a “truly lovely sales bump,” according to Megan Fishmann, vice president and director of publicity at Counterpoint Press, Winik’s publisher. Winik noticed that her book is now ranked 8th in the essays category on Amazon. “I should have looked a couple of days ago, but I am sure I was number one million,” she joked. Winik is the author of nine books. Earlier this year, her groundbreaking memoir “First Comes Love” was reissued for its 30th anniversary. “My backlist is suddenly in the spotlight!” says Winik. Among her effusive praise for Winik, Patchett gets one detail wrong: She names Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, as the place where Winik grew up. Readers of Winik’s Baltimore Fishbowl column, Bohemian Rhapsody, know that she proudly hails from Ocean Township, New Jersey. “I am from New Jersey, ride or die,” she says. “I grew up in Ocean Township, but I usually say I’m second-generation Asbury Park; my dad was the QB of the high school there,” she says. Patchett may have misplaced Winik’s hometown, but she clearly got everything else right. We should know. We work with her, and we’re fans, too.

British Science Week 2026 celebrates the theme of innovation, providing the perfect opportunity to mark the centenary of one of Britain’s most influential chemical manufacturers: Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI). Formed in 1926 from the merger of four major firms, ICI rapidly became an important player in materials science and innovation, shaping advances in chemicals, plastics, pharmaceuticals, dyes, metals, and explosives. Fabricated Metal Products by ICI [Trade catalogues collection: I/4/1 ] ICI in Birmingham: the Metals Division at Witton Although ICI operated nationally and internationally, its presence in Birmingham was centred on the former Kynoch Works at Witton, which became home to the company’s Metals Division after 1926. Here, it specialised in: Non-ferrous metals and alloys Tube production (including heat exchange and radiator tubes) Non-military ammunition for sportsmen ICI Metals factory, Witton [Ref. MS 1422/28/7/4/4] From the 1920s until the 1940s, ICI Metals expanded to become one of the largest copper and copper alloy product suppliers in Britain with its products being used in widely, including in the boiler tubes for the ocean liner, RMS Queen Elizabeth. By 1945 it consisted of more than 20 factories at various sites, employing tens of thousands of people. During the 1940s it was a major contributor to the war effort through the manufacture of armaments. After the war, ICI Metals perfected large-scale production of titanium, an important metal for the aerospace industry, helping to cement the company in the global metals industry. From 1962, it became a new operating company under the name Imperial Metal Industries (Kynoch) Ltd. This was a wholly owned subsidiary of ICI, administered by a new holding company, IMI Ltd. In 1978, IMI became fully independent of ICI and is now known as IMI PLC. R.M.S Queen Elizabeth, launched in 1938 [MS 1422/28/7/4/4] Birmingham and the origins of nuclear research Birmingham also played an unexpected role in early nuclear research. In 1941, Rudolf Peierls and Otto Frisch, working at the University of Birmingham, calculated that a relatively small mass of Uranium 235 could produce an explosion of several kilotons of TNT (Trinitrotoluene). Their research was the beginning of the Tube Alloys Project, so named because of the association with ICI’s tube manufacture. As the work was classified, the name helped to obscure the nature of the project which pre-dated the American Manhattan Project. Although conducted separately from ICI Metals Ltd, this research highlights the city’s broader scientific importance during the same era in which ICI was expanding at Witton. ICI went on to make the tubes for the Calder Hall nuclear reactor at Windscale (Sellafield) which became operational in 1956 and was the world’s first commercial nuclear power station to produce electricity. Calder Hall nuclear reactor [Ref. MS 1422/28/7/4/4] Scientific innovation across ICI Across its divisions around the country, ICI researchers pioneered the development of: Polythene, the world’s first practical plastic of its kind Industrial dyes, pigments, and coatings Pharmaceutical breakthroughs, including: Propranolol, a beta-blocker used worldwide for heart disease and hypertension Tamoxifen, one of the most significant modern cancer treatments Halothane, an inhalant anaesthetic These developments transformed industries from automotive manufacturing to jewellery making, shaping everyday materials and medicines. ICI’s success fits naturally into Birmingham’s long history of innovation, from the work by 18th century Lunar Society members such as James Keir, James Watt, Joseph Priestley and Erasmus Darwin, to the city’s Victorian and 20th century strengths in metals, dyes, engineering and industrial chemistry. ICI archives MS 1422/28 – This sub-collection within MS 1422 Records of IMI Plc. and subsidiary firms, held by Birmingham Archives & Collections, includes over 200 items relating to ICI Metals Ltd pre-1962, comprising memoranda, articles of association, company reports, minutes, correspondence, and marketing material. These records offer an essential resource for tracing Birmingham’s role in ICI’s history and can be viewed in the Wolfson Centre by appointment. Researchers seeking information on other branches of ICI, especially those relating to chemicals, dyes, or major manufacturing sites, should consult: Teesside Archives Cheshire Archives The Discovery database at The National Archives, for a national overview of ICI holdings.

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The Charles Street Promenade will return on June 6, transforming one of Baltimore’s main commercial corridors into a car-free “pedestrian playground” featuring music, crafts, games, food and more. During the free Saturday event, Charles Street will be closed to vehicles between Saratoga Street and North Avenue, giving pedestrians a chance to shop, dine or explore without worrying about car traffic. Many merchants and restaurants along the way will offer promotions to encourage people to take part. The Station North Arts District will have an After Party from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. “We’re taking over 17 blocks from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and turning historic Charles Street into a full-on pedestrian playground – no cars, just people, movement, music, food and pure Baltimore energy,” the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, the lead organizer, announced on social media. A full list of programming can be found at the organization’s web site. It includes a variety of activities broken down by block. For example, a Baltimore Heritage Walking Tour will start at 2 p.m. on the 300 block, while there is a block party with the BMore Flea Market in the 800 block and sidewalk sales on the 1000 block. This will be the eighth Charles Street Promenade since the COVID-19 pandemic spread to the U.S. in early 2020. Activities will include outdoor dining, walking tours, a beer garden, a kid zone and more. Besides the Downtown Partnership, organizers include Charles Street Development Corporation; Midtown Community Benefits District; Mount Vernon Place Conservancy; Station North Arts District; Metro Baltimore; Downtown Rise and the City of Baltimore, especially the Department of Transportation. Participating attractions include the Walters Art Museum; the Baltimore Basilica; the Washington Monument and the Maryland Center for History and Culture, as well as dozens of shops and restaurants. More information is at charlesstreetpromenade.com. The Charles Street Promenade spans 17 car-free blocks on the main commercial corridor

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Mumbai: India's capital-markets regulator Monday proposed an overhaul of the approval process for launch of plans by alternative investment funds (AIFs) to speed up fundraising for those with high-risk appetite, allowing certain schemes to hit the market immediately under a new 'green channel' mechanism. The local AIF market is already worth more than $150 billion.Monday's move by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is aimed at speeding up fundraising and capital deployment by reducing regulatory timelines and relying more on disclosures and due diligence undertaken by merchant bankers and AIF managers."AIFs, as an asset class, are instrumental in channelising the capital of sophisticated investors to companies in need. Given the rapid expansion of the AIF industry in recent years, efficient capital deployment plays a pivotal role in sustaining this momentum and unlocking value for the broader economy," Sebi said in a discussion paper seeking public comments."In this context, Sebi has recently reviewed the procedure for processing Private Placement Memorandums (PPMs) of AIFs for launch of schemes," it said.The number of AIFs has surged to 1,849 as of March 2026, from 732 in March 2021, while total commitments raised by AIFs amount to ₹15.74 lakh crore, Sebi data showed.At present, AIFs are required to file scheme documents through a merchant banker at least 30 days before launch, following which Sebi reviews the disclosures and may issue comments before allowing the scheme to be launched. Under the proposed framework, the regulator plans to reduce this waiting period for regular AIF schemes to 10 working days from 30 days, unless it raises objections.For first-time schemes, launch would be permitted either after grant of registration or 10 working days after filing the application, whichever is later, it said.Sebi has also suggested greater flexibility for schemes meant exclusively for accredited investors and angel funds.Such funds would no longer need to route PPM filings through merchant bankers. Instead, AIF managers could directly file the documents with Sebi, backed by an undertaking from the chief executive officer and compliance officer of the fund manager, replacing the existing merchant banker due diligence certificate requirement.Sebi has also proposed allowing accredited investor-only schemes to launch immediately upon filing the PPM, while angel funds would be allowed to immediately circulate placement memorandums to investors after registration. Accredited investors are considered to have an understanding of various financial products and the risks-returns associated with them and, hence, are able to make informed decisions regarding their investments. The current accreditation numbers indicate growing traction in accreditation. The number of accredited investors as of April 30, 2026 stands at 2,773, a growth of 327% in the last 11months compared to 649 accredited investors by end of May 2025, Sebi said. “Scrutiny of scheme documents will continue to be carried out by Sebi post-facto on a sample basis, based on risk assessment and specific criteria.

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Katie Pumphrey’s inaugural Baltimore Harbor One-Mile Swim set for June 7, 2026, is the coolest ticket in town, but there are still a few spots left. Baltimore’s own artist and ultra-marathon open water swimmer Pumphrey has launched a nonprofit, Baltimore Open Water Swimmers (BOWS), and with it, the One-Mile Swim. On Thursday, May 7, Pumphrey made her announcement in an Instagram video showing her jumping into the Inner Harbor, saying hello to her pal, Mr. Trash Wheel, and reminding viewers that she is the first person to swim the 24 miles from the Bay Bridge to the Inner Harbor. By Monday, registration was nearly filled. View this post on Instagram BOWS’ mission is two-fold: to build an inclusive community of open water swimmers and to promote safe, healthy, and accessible waterways for all. Based on the notion that Baltimore’s waterways belong to their communities and people, BOWS plans to host swims, community event, and form partnership with environmental organizations focused on water health and safety. The first-ever Baltimore Harbor One-Mile Swim invites 100 qualified swimmers ages 18 years and older to the first organized open water swim of its kind in the Harbor in what is believed to be decades. The event will celebrate the continuing improving health of the Patapsco River and Baltimore’s Harbor, leading to a more swimmable city overall. “My 2024 Bay to Baltimore swim made history, and I am beyond proud to keep that momentum going with BOWS,” Pumphrey said. “Baltimore has all the ingredients to be a global leader in urban swimming, and we’re really starting to see that come to life. The Baltimore Harbor Swim is about more than the athletes in the water—it’s about showing what’s possible, creating access, and inviting more people to feel connected to the Harbor in a new way.” The Baltimore Harbor One-Mile Swim happens on June 7 from 7:30 a.m.–12 p.m. The swim begins at 10 a.m., with swimmers completing a one-mile course starting at Bond Street Wharf, traveling toward Point Park, and returning to the wharf for the finish. The course will be marked by buoys, with lifeguards, kayakers, and safety boats along the way. Spectators can gather along the waterfront to cheer on the swimmers. Adam Lindquist, vice president of Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore’s Healthy Harbor Initiative, sees a natural alignment in Pumphrey’s goals and his organization’s. “The Healthy Harbor Initiative is a long-term effort to make Baltimore’s waterways fishable and swimmable, and over the years we’ve seen real progress,” Lindquist said. “Through events like Harbor Splash—and now with more opportunities like these community swims—we’re continuing to show what’s possible and invite people to experience the Harbor in a new way.” Pumphrey is a three-time English Channel swimmer and Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming finisher. She has become a leading voice in the movement to expand access to swimming to urban areas, and she serves as a Sports Ambassador for the global Swimmable Cities alliance. Last year she traveled to Rotterdam to speak at the inaugural Swimmable Cities Summit. Registration for the Baltimore Harbor One-Mile Swim closes May 31, 2026. All participants must meet safety and experience requirements. Part of the proceeds from the event will support both BOWS and Baltimore City Recreation & Parks’ Learn to Swim programs, helping expand access to water safety education across the city.

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