Showing posts with label Politics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Politics. Show all posts

Thursday, November 9, 2023

WeWork has officially declared bankruptcy and files for Chapter 11 in the US.

 Co-working space company WeWork filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in federal court in New Jersey, saying it had entered into agreements with the vast majority of its secured note holders and that it intended to cut “non-operating” leases.

The bankruptcy filing is limited to WeWork locations in the U.S. and Canada , the company said in a news release. The company reported liabilities ranging from $10 billion to $50 billion , according to the bankruptcy filing.

“I am deeply grateful for the support of our financial stakeholders as we work together to strengthen our capital structure and accelerate this process through the Restructuring Support Agreement,” WeWork CEO David Tolley said in a statement. press. “We remain committed to investing in our world-class products, services and team of employees to support our community,” he added.

Colombian Dollar: This will move it during the week

 The dollar in Colombia ended last week with new falls and leading the exchange rate to reach $4,000.

The US currency maintains its behavior tied to what is happening with the economic activity of the United States and various local scenarios that include some outcomes of political events.

In this way, the dollar in Colombia , after even having fallen below the $4,000 barrier , is now awaiting new messages from the FED about the future of inflation.

Although in its most recent meeting the FED stated that it did not rule out a new increase in interest rates at the end of the year, there are some data that may lead to a scenario of stability in the future.

On the one hand, for example, the United States labor market left an unemployment rate higher than what the market was predicting.

Will the dollar rise in Colombia?

The above led the market to understand that, at least from the consumption side, inflation could account for a context of stability.

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Argentine Cardinal Eduardo Pironio will be declared blessed

 The Argentine Cardinal Eduardo Pironio (1920-1998), noted as the “inventor” of the World Youth Days (WYD) and considered “papable” in 1978, will be declared blessed. Pope Francis, who knew him well and promoted his cause, approved this Wednesday the miracle attributed to his intercession with the promulgation of the corresponding decree of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints.

It is about the miraculous healing of Juan Manuel Franco, a one and a half year old boy from Mar del Plata - the city where Pironio was bishop -, poisoned by inhaling the glitter used by his mother for restoration work. The child had involuntarily aspirated and ingested it, which had caused acute respiratory distress syndrome (SDS) and he was about to die. As Vatican News recalled, it was December 2, 2006 and that day the so-called “March of Hope” was celebrated, an initiative devised by Pironio.

For the occasion the parish priest had distributed a small card with the figure of the cardinal. The little boy's parents, from that moment on, began to ask for his intercession, reciting the prayer that appeared on the card. Two days later, the first improvements began to be noticed. Five days later, the baby was reactive, lucid, and breathing spontaneously. And on December 13 he was discharged from the hospital, in a case that later laid the foundations for the advancement of the cause of beatification of 
Pironio, a remembered figure of the Argentine Church and the Roman Curia.

A life between Argentina and the Vatican

Sunday, November 5, 2023

Prince Harry sought to dispel rumors and celebrated his birthday with Meghan Markle

 Prince Harry celebrated his 39th birthday today in the German city of Düsseldorf, where he attended the Invictus Games for soldiers disabled by war.


Harry was with his wife, Meghan Markle , in an adapted volleyball match. The attendees sang happy birthday to him . The Duke of Sussex thanked the crowd for the warm welcome by giving him a thumbs up while his wife, 42, leaned towards him with a smile.

Prince Harry's 10 most resonant scandals on his birthday

 


Henry Charles Albert David Windsor , better known as Prince Harry , was born on September 15, 1984 in London. He is the second son of the current King Charles , then Prince of Wales, and Diana , also remembered as Lady Di. Despite having distanced himself from the royal family in recent years, he remains one of the most popular royals both for his supportive spirit and also for certain controversies in which he was involved throughout his life. .

During his childhood, he attended Jane Mynors, Ludgrove School and Eton College, and at the age of 12 he suffered the loss of his mother, who in several interviews had expressed her concern for him due to his position in the English crown. Harry was third in line to the British throne from his birth and lived in the shadow of his brother William , who would be the future king after his father's reign. With the arrival of his three nephews, Princes George , Charlotte and Louis of Wales, and the death of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, Harry moved to fifth position in the line of succession.

Upon graduating in 2003, he decided to take a gap year before beginning his career in the British Army, and in 2005 he entered Sandhurst Military Academy. His military training allowed him to participate in combats such as in Afghanistan.

Prince Harry turned down offer to spend Queen Elizabeth's death anniversary with King Charles

 Prince Harry has reportedly 'turned down' an offer to spend the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's death at Balmoral with King Charles.

Queen Letizia changes her style in Tudela a year after her innovative skirt with a hole went viral


 

It has been a very significant week for Mrs. Letizia . In fact, last Tuesday she experienced a day that she will never forget on the occasion of Princess Leonor's 18th birthday . The first-born of the family came of age and, among the acts in which she participated, was the swearing in of the Constitution that she took in the Congress of Deputies. That day, the Queen showed her most sophisticated image by wearing an elegant blue dress that was delicately highlighted on her shoulders with sequined flowers . Today, the wife of King Felipe VI resumes her institutional agenda with her attendance at the 23rd City of Tudela First Feature Film Festival (Navarra), where she will preside over the tribute to the director from Huesca Carlos Saura , who died last December 10. February 2023 .

A relaxed look in 2023

Unlike last year in this Navarrese film competition, Mrs. Letizia wanted to put aside her most transgressive side through innovative clothing. In this 2023 edition, she wanted to be more relaxed with her look. Specifically, the Queen has worn a gray dress that, despite not being strident, suits her very well due to the crossover cut that it presents and that stylizes her figure.

Dress with a Spanish seal

Specifically, Queen Letizia wanted to wear a dress with a Spanish seal, as it belongs to the Cortana brand , which was born in 2001 in Palma de Mallorca. Although she has two more in her closet, this one is brand new. With a value of 880 euros and sold exclusively online , it is the Felicita model , which is characterized by being made of stretch virgin wool with irregular cold dyeing. Other details that define it are its Japanese sleeves and its wide V-shaped neckline.

The over-the-knee boots that modernize your image

On this occasion, Mrs. Letizia wanted to give a more modern look to her black dress through her footwear. Instead of high-heeled pumps or kitten heels so characteristic of her, she decided to wear leather boots with shafts above the knee . It is a Nina Ricci accessory that she debuted on her official trip to Croatia in November 2022 and that, on that occasion, she combined with a Victorian-style jumpsuit by Teresa Helbig . Also recycled are her wind rose-shaped earrings, a design by Isabel Guarch that she wore for the first time this summer in Mallorca along with a new Desigual dress . It is the Vents model  handcrafted in 18-karat yellow gold.

The innovative skirt with a hole that no one forgets

Last year at this film competition (specifically, on November 2, 2022), Mrs. Letizia surprised us with one of her most innovative looks. Specifically, the Queen premiered a plaid skirt that had a hole at the knee to be able to, if you wanted, stick out a leg. It was a creation by H&M in collaboration with the Japanese brand TOGA Archives, created in 1997 by Yausko Furuta. This garment went viral as much as it's dressed with the taught abs.


Berlusconi's children withdraw financial aid and apartments from the "Bunga Bunga" girls

 Silvio Berlusconi's children, heirs to the estate of the former Italian president who died in June, will withdraw the monthly financial aid that the magnate had granted to the 20 young women who participated in his parties, known as "Bunga Bunga " , in their mansion in Árcore (near Milan), in addition to evicting them from the apartments in which they reside free of charge.


A real estate agency commissioned by the businessman's heirs sent a letter to girls who frequented the famous dinners in Árcore in which it announced the " termination due to death" of the contract for free use of the apartments on Olgettina Street, in Segrate (Milan), where several of the girls who attended these parties live, the newspaper "Corriere della Sera" publishes yesterday.

Saturday, November 4, 2023

Unveiling the Arsenal: Israel's Ingenious Tactics to Confront Hamas's Underground Tunnels

 In the complex landscape of conflict between Israel and Hamas, the battleground has extended beneath the surface, into the intricate network of tunnels meticulously constructed by the latter. As the Israeli military gears up to face the challenges posed by the expansive "Gaza Metro," a multifaceted approach is emerging, featuring robots, attack dogs, and specialized units. In this comprehensive exploration, we delve into the arsenal that Israel brings to tunnel combat.

Understanding the Threat: Hamas's Underground Labyrinth

Hamas has spent nearly a decade constructing a vast labyrinth of tunnels beneath Gaza, some reaching depths of 70 meters. These tunnels serve as storage for weapons, fuel, and food, making their destruction vital for any Israeli success. To counter this underground challenge, Israel has devised a strategic plan encompassing both technological innovations and specialized forces.


Specialized Tunnel Combat Units: Sting and Weasel Commandos

Israel has established two specialized units to navigate and neutralize the subterranean threat:

1. Oketz or "Sting" Dog Units:

  • Comprising highly trained attack dogs, Oketz units bring a unique canine perspective to tunnel combat.
  • These dogs, likely led by the intelligent and aggressive Belgian Malinois, specialize in sniffing out explosives, locating entrances, and attacking armed personnel.

2. Samur "Weasel" Subterranean Commandos:

  • Specially selected troops trained to operate in enclosed and claustrophobic conditions.
  • Known for their ability to maintain a psychological distance from challenging situations, these commandos are tasked with entering the tunnels.

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Mirtha Legrand went to Marcela Tinayre's birthday and talked about everything: the competition with her daughter, the rating and this Saturday's guests


Mirtha Legrand attended her daughter Marcela Tinayre's 73rd birthday and revealed exclusive details about the intimate party that took place in Barrio Parque. According to Ángel De Brito in LAM (America), the party began at 7:30 p.m. and the number of guests reached 70, including friends, family and co-workers. In addition, the lunch diva referred to the rating of her program and launched a spicy comment about the direct competition with her daughter De Ella. 

In dialogue with the LAM chronicler , the lunch diva was enthusiastic about a new anniversary of Marcela's life and did not reveal the gift she prepared for her. However, she noticed her television program and the competition that she is currently carrying out with the broadcast of La Noche de Mirtha (eltrece) against Polómica en el Bar (América) . “Marcela said that she doesn't want to compete with you on television anymore ,” mentioned one of the journalists who received her at the entrance to the host's house [it should be noted that Tinayre's broadcast begins on Saturdays at 10:30 p.m. and her mother does so. on a different signal at 9:30 p.m.]. To this, Mirtha responded: “I let things circulate . ” “Are you paying attention to the ratings knowing that Marcela is on the other side?” asked another reporter and Chiqui answered bluntly: “No, I want the program to turn out well, to be interesting and if there is a little bit of a fight, the better . ” When he got out of the car, Legrand gave his opinion on the crossing between De Brito and Carmen Barbieri last Saturday and declared: “I saw the crossing as beautiful. Anything like that, with a little pepper comes in handy. “A lot of show, but it was not provoked . ” Regarding Juana Viale's debut with Almorzando los Sundays on the eltrece screen , the host said: “It was very good, I loved it, splendid, beautiful.” However, she stressed that she did not give advice to her granddaughter, “ever” and she characterized: “she has changed a lot. “She is very excited . ” Before entering Marcela's home, she celebrated: “The three women of the family on air, this must be unique in the world . ”

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Polished ponytail and raspberry makeup: the beauty of Princess Leonor in her swearing-in of the Constitution

 This October 31, Princess Leonor has not only reached the age of majority, she has also sworn in the Constitution , a historic moment and the most important to date for the heir to the Spanish throne. To take this solemn oath of the Magna Carta before the Cortes Generales , she has worn a white suit with matching stilettos and the ultra-flattering beauty look that she has been relying on lately: natural makeup although focused on enhancing the blue of her eyes, lipstick Raspberry and blush applied as Queen Letizia does . As for her hairstyle, a low and polished ponytail, she resorts  to the trick that hides the elastic band like her mother does for her and that adds formality to a style that has already gone down in history.

Friday, May 3, 2019

The king of Thailand, a distant and unpredictable sovereign


Maha Vajiralongkorn, who on Saturday will be crowned King of Thailand, is an amateur to have fun and fly airplanes, agitated private life, but at the same time is considered a skilled strategist who knows well the Armed Forces that control the country.

In the shadow of the palace walls, they will turn holy water on his head to grant him sovereignty, before moving to the throne room, under the nine-story white umbrella, where he himself will place "the Great Crown of Victory" of gold and diamonds and more than seven kilos of weight.

Three days before this grand ceremony, Maha Vajiralongkorn, three times divorced, was surprised to announce that he had remarried with his long-time partner, a former stewardess of Thai Airways raised to the title of Queen Suthida.

A member of his personal escort, Queen Suthida was promoted to general on the day Vajiralongkorn ascended the throne in 2016.

Maha Vajiralongkorn, 66, the only male heir of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who died in 2016, has been preparing to ascend the throne since childhood.

"From the first second of my life, I'm a prince, it's hard to say what it feels like to be a fish when you're a fish, a bird when you're a bird," he told the BBC in a rare interview in 1979.

Former Mexican President Peña Nieto Officializes Angelica Rivera's Divorce


Mexico, May 2 (EFE) .- Enrique Peña Nieto, who presided over Mexico between 2012 and 2018, announced on Thursday that he has concluded the divorce process with telenovela actress Angélica Rivera, known as La Gaviota, whom she thanked for her company and I wish you success.

"Today our marriage has legally concluded, I wish it to go well always and to be successful in everything I undertake," the exmandatario said in a text posted on his Instagram account.

He thanked the first lady for having been his "companion, wife and friend for more than ten years and for having given his love, time and dedication to our family."

"Angelica, thank you very much for everything," Peña Nieto concluded in the text written on a sober white background.

Peña Nieto separated from Angélica Rivera, after leaving the Presidency of Mexico in the hands of Andrés Manuel López Obrador on December 1 of last year.

But the rupture of the couple was not made public until February, when the former president was seen in Madrid walking with the model Tania Ruiz.

Thursday, May 2, 2019

The Emperor Naruhito inaugurates his mandate with a tribute to his father



The new Japanese emperor Naruhito (c) and the Empress Masako (d) attend the 'Sokui-go-Choken-no-gi', or First audience after the accession to the throne on Wednesday, at the Imperial Palace, in Tokyo ( Japan). Naruhito, 59, succeeded his father Akihito, who resigned on April 30. The ascent to the throne of the chrysanthemum of Emperor Naruhito marks the beginning of the Reiwa era. EFE / JIJI PRESS POOL

Tokyo, May 1 (EFE) .- The new emperor of Japan, Naruhito, today paid homage to the pacifist legacy and closeness to the town of his predecessor, Akihito, and promised to stay on this path during his first speech pronounced by inheriting the Throne of Chrysanthemum.
"Upon accessing the throne, I swear that I will have in deep consideration the course followed by His Majesty the Emperor Emeritus (Akihito)," said Naruhito, who also pledged to "act in accordance with the Constitution" and "always keep in mind to the people and to support it. "
They were the first and expected words of the new emperor of Japan during a solemn audience held at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo before 266 guests, including political and institutional representatives and members of the imperial family.
This brief hearing was the second official act held today to mark his ascension to the throne, after the ceremony of ritual character in which he inherited a replica of the legendary sword Kusanagi and another of a jewel of jade, as well as imperial seals, objects that They symbolize the power of the emperor.
In this way Naruhito officially became the 126th emperor of Japanese history, after formalizing on the eve of the abdication of Akihito, who said goodbye to his office thanking the people "for accepting him and for supporting him" in his functions.

Hidden behind a pseudonym, the daughter of Máxima de Holanda writes about "evil kings"



The eldest daughter of the Kings of Holland has been discovered. Princess Amalia performs certain "hidden" activities under a pseudonym. She is the heir to the Throne and, like most of the firstborn European princesses and princes, her occupations and hobbies are analyzed with magnifying glass from an early age. Catalina Amalia Beatrix Carmen Victoria is Princess of Orange , Princess of the Netherlands and Princess of Orange-Nassauand nothing else to be born received the treatment of Real Height. Many titles and responsibilities for a 16 year old girl. But like any young person, he wants to do many things. What we discover now is that some of those things that Maxima de Holanda's daughter does are known and others she hid.

Princess Amalia will begin to prepare officially for the Crown once she is 18 years old. At the moment the first-born of King William of Holland can enjoy some freedom and privacy to perform other activities. Until now, we knew that the beautiful princess is fond of skiing and riding. We knew that Máxima Zorreguieta's daughter enjoys riding her bicycle in her city. And we knew that he has a passion for singing. But, what we did not know was that Amalia had another great secret hobby: the heiress writes . He writes plays and does so under a pseudonym so that they do not relate their texts to the Crown . The daughter of Máxima wants not to want her title of princess heiress to be aimpediment to writing with freedom or that reward it only for being the heiress . Princess Amalia wants to make a hole as a writer without weighing its title, for good or for bad.

Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Top 10 most dangerous countries in the world to travel: four Latin Americans in the 'top ten'

Traveling, many people know, is an added value to the economic solvency, personal balance and spiritual satisfaction for which we work a good part of the year.

But the act of traveling is not without risks. Not a few destinations offer us exciting opportunities for adventure, but at the same time they hide rather precarious personal security conditions.



Kenya is valued for its unique safaris, Turkey is a highly valued cruise port, Nicaragua is made affordable by its favorable exchange of the dollar to Cordoba, Egypt and its pyramids have never ceased to be an attraction, and Colombia, for its climate, its nature, its beaches and its people have been turning into an attractive destination ..., however, they are not the safest for vacationers.

According to the Report on Travel and Competitive Tourism of the World Economic Forum for 2017, in these nations there are sporadic outbreaks of violence, often against tourists, while at other times it is simply that travelers are in the place and at the wrong time.

To establish a list of the most dangerous for leisure and business travelers among 136 countries, terrorist threats, crime rates, sexual assaults and robbery rates were also taken into account.

1. Colombia


In addition to the frequency with which demonstrations and protests take place, especially in Bogotá, the State Department has warned tourists to be much more careful, due to the increase in crime and terrorism.

Violent crimes such as homicides, assaults and armed robberies are common, while organized criminal activities such as extortion, robbery and kidnapping to obtain a ransom are widespread. For decades, this South American nation has been the scene of a bloody war between the government and the guerrillas.

Thursday, March 8, 2018

Meghan Markle's bachelorette party, we'll tell you about it!


Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are going to go through the altar and, last weekend, she had a most peculiar bachelorette party with her friends. We tell you all the details of your goodbye to singleness!

Only a couple of months remain until Prince Harry ceases to be the golden bachelor of British royalty. The actress of 'Suits' has stolen her heart and will soon be married, but how has the future royalty celebrated her bachelorette party?

Well, honestly, in the most routine way possible. I guess you can not imagine Meghan Markle disguised in the street and with the typical penis-headband, nor putting pound notes in the thong of a stripper in a pole-dance club ... well, there was nothing of 'salseo' of that type in his farewell.

Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Katy Perry gets into the Catalan controversy with a 'simple' gif

Or Katy Perry lives oblivious to what happens in the world around her or the procés has not gone so far. That or actually knows about the Catalan situation and has decided to send a camouflaged political message to promote their next concert in Barcelona. Any of these theories can be read in the last hours on social networks, where the American singer has become a trend for the colors and symbolism chosen to announce the landing of his tour in Spain .



Shortly before ten o'clock in the morning (one hour less in the Canary Islands) the community manager of Katy Perry , if she has one, announced with great fanfare on her different social networks that she and her Witness The Tour will make a technical stop in Spain to delight his followers with a concert. The chosen city has been Barcelona . The date, Thursday, June 28 . Ticket prices range from 45 euros for the cheapest to 105 euros for the Premium Seat without counting what the VIP Packs can cost.

Friday, February 10, 2017

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle make romantic walk and prince complains of harassment

Prince William and Meghan Markle (Photo: Grosby Group)

Prince Harry
  and  Meghan Markle have  not disagreed since the dating episode in November 2016.  The couple were photographed after dinner at the reserved Soho House club in London on Sunday night, 5. The two left the venue hand in hand And, of course, did not escape the paparazzi.
With a casual look, the prince wore a cap on his head and tried to avoid the camera flashes while the actress remained with her head down.

Monday, February 6, 2017

Queen of England, Elizabeth II, celebrates her Jubilee of Sapphire, 65 years on the throne


The Queen of England, Elizabeth II, will make history today when she turns 65 on the throne, the first British monarch to celebrate a Jubilee of Sapphire.

She is expected to commemorate the occasion in private at her home in Sandringham, Norfolk County, and is not scheduled to attend any official commitment .

Although popular celebrations are not expected, the anniversary will be marked with traditional cannon salutes in the Tower of London and Hyde Park in the capital, and with similar military ceremonies elsewhere in the UK.

In September 2015, Isabel II surpassed the 63-year reign of her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria, who ran from 1837 until her death in 1901, after acceding to the throne with only 18 years, and also has beaten in age, since Victoria lived Up to 81 years.

In addition, on October 13, 2016, she became the queen and head of the state with more years of reign, after the death of the king of Thailand Bhumibol Adulyadej, who directed the country's destinations for 70 years and 126 days.

On February 6, 1952, Princess Isabel acceded to the throne, with 25 years, after the sudden death of its father, Jorge VI, although it was not crowned until 2 of June of 1953, an anniversary that will fulfill next year.

Born on 21 April 1926, the Queen celebrated her 90th birthday in 2016 with several public events and a banquet for her family and friends at Windsor Castle, her favorite residence on the outskirts of London.

According to the British media, the great popular celebrations by their milestones of reign would be reserved for an eventual Jubilee of Platinum, that the sovereign would celebrate in 2022, the year of its 96 birthday.