La contestation qui fait rage depuis des mois en Biélorussie met en évidence la faillite d’un système politique obsolète mais aussi toute la puissance et l’influence diplomatiques du Président russe Vladimir Poutine, dernier soutien d’Alexandre Loukachenko, le dirigeant biélorusse.
La pandémie de coronavirus et ses conséquences économiques et sociales ont poussé l’exécutif à proposer un plan de relance d’envergure. Clairement pro-entreprise, celui-ci est présenté comme un modèle de pragmatisme. Mais ce-dernier ne s’affranchirait-il pas une vision plus ample des décennies à venir?
Au carrefour du Moyen-Orient, rongé par la corruption et l'incurie, le Liban semble aujourd'hui au bord de la guerre civile. Si des solutions existent pour relever le pays, elles ne peuvent s'imaginer que via l'aide de la communauté internationale.
Le plan de relance économique destiné à revitaliser l'Union européenne déstabilisée par la crise du Covid-19 a révélé la forte influence de la fusion franco-allemande alors que les deux principales économies de la zone euro, se préparent à diriger l'avenir.
Si le plan de relance marque une étape fondamentale dans le processus de la construction européenne, la question de son efficacité en cas de nouvelles vagues pandémique n’est pas à exclure.
Dame Vivienne Westwood, re-entering public life for the first time after 16 weeks of COVID-19 lockdown, will be harnessed into a giant birdcage and suspended 10 feet in the air in front of The Old Bailey Criminal Court, London.
En France, les risques de rebond de l’épidémie de Covid-19 évoqués par la communauté scientifique révèlent l’incapacité d’une population à faire preuve de sens commun tout en occultant la présence d’un virus devenue un élément constitutif du quotidien.
La démission du Premier Ministre Edouard Philippe et la nomination de Jean Castex ouvrent tacitement la campagne électorale du Président de la République. Et les questions de fin de l'ancien monde, d'intérêt général et d'ambition personnelle de ressurgir.
La faiblesse du taux de participation lors du second tour des élections municipales confirme la désaffection de l’électorat pour les scrutins politique mais révèle encore plus la crise de confiance qui traverse la démocratie d’un pays pourtant attaché à son histoire libertaire.
Alors que l'escalade de la violence policière, la brutalité et l'intimidation soulèvent de sérieuses questions concernant leur mission, la possibilité de réformer la Police nationale, qui balaie le monde, présente un réel danger de répression et de soumission sous l'universalisme républicain.
American Artist Lékan Tella, another High Violet favorite, follows-up on his graceful and highly noticed release titled "Emptiness" with a sensual electro-R&B crossover track sprinkled with 80's pop inspired melodies and beats titled "Savannah Red."
The lockdown is slowly starting to ease here in the UK. We have several artists on our roster who have been inspired by the sudden stillness of life and are dropping new tunes in the next months.
Entre Histoire et mémoire, les questions qui émergent aujourd’hui en France sur la prégnance du racisme et de la xénophobie renvoient à l’appréhension des modes de pensées d’un pays aux relations complexes avec son passé. Essai d’explication.
Les manifestations visant à dénoncer les violences policières et la gangrène du racisme révèle une saturation légitime des populations à l’endroit de ces actes. Pourtant, toutes les violences ne sont pas nécessairement physiques. Explications.
La sortie progressive du confinement pousse les populations mondiales à s’interroger sur la pertinence des moyens déployés pour lutter contre le virus. Légitime ou non, la question invite les dirigeants mondiaux à s’expliquer. Non sans risque.
Another day of fine music. First is Liverpool's rising Indie star Aimee Steven, with a charting follow up to her last single, "Hell is a Teenage girl." Next, The Microdance, follows up their 2015 critically acclaimed "New Waves of Hope."
La popularité du chercheur Didier Raoult se mue en phénomène de société où se mêlent méfiance et admiration. Praticien pressé en mal de reconnaissance ou médecin aguerri, l'homme ne laisse pas indifférent au point de fasciner...ou d'agacer.
With an extraordinary performance of the St. John Passion, the Leipzig Bachfest will be bringing the world together on Good Friday in Johann Sebastian Bach's church of St. Thomas - and the global Bach community is invited to sing along.
La pauvreté des discours politiques français interroge sur la capacité de notre société à se renouveler et à sortir d’une facilité qui confine à la passivité et à la médiocrité institutionnalisée. Essai d’explication.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, have recently announced their decision to step back as Senior Royals and concentrate on becoming financially independent and carve out a new role with the institution.
London’s Best Cocktail Bars: The Most Popular Hotspots, presents a libation-lovers walking guide through forty-eight of the best drinking venues, from rooftops to undergrounds, well known and hidden, a colorful collection of concoctions sure to please.
Le designer international Ziad Nakad a fait ses débuts avec sa collection de couture Automne / Hiver 2019-2020 lors de la Fashion Week parisienne en dévoilant une collection époustouflante inspirée d'une mosaïque ancienne qui réunissait des motifs, des formes, qui créaient des images étincelantes à chaque défilé.
Greta Thunberg ne cesse de bouleverser le discours écologique mondial en renvoyant responsables et dirigeants politiques à leurs responsabilités. Mais l'adolescente ne serait-elle pas le symbole d'une absence de volontarisme international en matière environnementale?
Le traité de libre-échange signé entre l'Union Européenne et le Mercosur renvoie en filigrane aux questions de sécurité alimentaire et de protection de l'environnement dans un contexte de croissance démographique continue.
La vacuité des discours politiques des grands partis français, incapables d'appréhender les mutations contemporaines, a laissé le champ libre à deux adversaires, LREM et Rassemblement National, enfermés dans un débat manichéen dangereux pour la République.
En l'absence d'opposition politique crédible, le macronisme, toujours indéfini, s'impose comme l'idéologie dominante car seule en lice. Et si cette domination n'est pas substance politique, elle suffit à répondre partiellement aux attentes des Français. Pour l'instant.
Au lendemain du scrutin européen, si l'heure est à l'adaptation de l'Union aux attentes des citoyens, en France le temps ne semble pas être contraint, l'Elysée comptant même accélérer le train des réformes.
New Punjab Club, which has just won a Michelin star, launches a new vibrant and colorful dish in this warming season, allowing guests to sample a range of dishes that are freshly appetizing with seasonal ingredients.
L'augmentation des dépenses militaires mondiale ne serait-elle pas l'expression d'une peur sous-jacente portée par les bouleversements de la mondialisation ? A moins que l'humanité n'en reviennent à des réflexes de défense instinctifs qui renvoient aux heures sombres de l'Histoire.
Mark Mathews, voted one of the best artists in London by readers of the Metro newspaper, has been described as the hardest working solo artist in the UK, and it is no wonder why with his dedication to touring.
L'incendie de Notre-Dame de Paris pose en filigrane la question du financement des travaux d'entretien des édifices religieux placés sous le contrôle d'un Etat endetté et tenté par l'appel au privé pour sauver un patrimoine au temps compté.
La France, qui a libéré la Libye en 2011, s'efforce de résoudre le conflit actuel et constate que son influence diplomatique est freinée et que l'incapacité de parvenir à une fin, malgré elle, confirme son statut de puissance mondiale moyenne.
Si la sortie du Royaume-Uni de l'Union européenne semble hautement probable, la demande d'un report long pourrait transformer les élections européennes en Grande Bretagne en référendum déguisé et propice au pro-européens.
Traxon Technologies and Osram’s Hong Kong showroom elevates its focus on digitalization and future markets. Using cutting-edge Augmented Reality (AR) based control and navigation technology, the company emphasizes its position as the premiere global provider of advanced LED systems.
GKIDS and Beijing Film Panorama have partnered to present ANIMATION IS FILM BEIJING, a special animation section within the upcoming Beijing Int’l Film Festival (BJIFF), featuring the largest slate of international animated feature film shown in China.
Tourism is alive and well in London, drawing nearly 70 million visitors annually, and the Tate Modern has become the most visited attraction in the UK, with 5,868,562 visits last year, according to the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions.
Two episodes of the ten-part Belgian series The Twelve, from the writers of the Netflix hit Beau Sejour, will have its world premiere in the official competition at the second edition of CANNESERIES (April 5 - 10 2019).
Les manifestations de soutien au sentiment pro-européen organisées à Londres témoignent aussi de la peur ressentie par nombre de Britanniques de se retrouver esseulés dans un monde traversé de concurrences face auxquelles la Grande-Bretagne se retrouverait placée en situation de faiblesse.
The Shangri-La Group is delighted to announce the launch of its first standalone dining establishment, Shang Social (香聚), at Jewel Changi Airport. Shang Social will celebrate three Chinese cuisines, Cantonese, Huaiyang and Sichuan.
Des Gilets Jaunes à Bilal Hassani, les réseaux sociaux ont démontré toute leur puissance en relayant sans délai et dans l'anonymat le plus complet le message d'internautes soucieux de donner corps à leur voix.
Created by Ateliers d’Art de France, Révélations is a global gathering for all stakeholders in the fine craft sector. Over four days, more than 400 fine craft professionals will welcome some 40,000 visitors – general public and professionals alike.
Si le Brexit a pu menacer l'unité de l'Union européenne, il apparaît trois ans après le réferendum britannique de l'Europe politique a su conserver son dessein initial en renvoyant la Grande-Bretagne a ses contradictions.
Annoncée comme un cataclysme, la sortie de la Grande-Bretagne de l'Union européenne est peut-être l'occasion rêvée de repenser l'Europe et de renouer avec ses origines sans occulter l'idée que ce Brexit traduit aussi une forme de crise de croissance de l'Europe politique.
S'il semble que ceux qui se consacrent au mouvement des Gilets jaunes semble marquer le pas, la contestation qu'il porte est aussi une bouffée d'oxygène pour une démocratie endormie qui a oublié ses origines révolutionnaires.
Alors que la sortie de la Royaume-Uni de l'Union européenne est définitivement actée, l'heure est de venue de s'interroger sur les raisons qui ont poussé l'Albion à vouloir intégrer la CEE en 1973. Et d'apprécier ainsi le poids de l'Histoire.
L'attaque terroriste survenue à Strasbourg (Est de la France) serait le fait d'un délinquant radicalisé. Trois personnes sont décédées suite à cette attaque douze autres blessées. Le plan Vigipirate a été relevé au niveau Urgence attentat.
Jack 'Mac' McDougal is a vibrant, energetic musician, band leader, composer and multi-instrumental music teacher. He regularly plays with Jazz ensembles and live bands across the UK. Swagger Mac just hit the charts across the UK.
After meeting on the social media platform Soundcloud, Erika Bach, of Greece, and Barry Snaith of the UK, collaborated on a single testing their style and fit, which exploded in the Alternative rock genre on platform the next day,
Renowned Swedish choreographer Fredrik "Benke" Rydman performed a delicate duet with the IRB 6620, a 900kg industrial robot from ABB in the premiere of a groundbreaking new work on Friday night in Stockholm receiving a standing ovation.
Georgia and The Vintage Youth, big vocals, stunning jazz and lots of strut and swagger, presents a collection of tracks from her debut EP 'The Girl' and the follow up EP 'El Reco' featuring Neville Staple.
Corinthia Hotel London is proud to announce that renowned Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge, will open his first London restaurant, Kerridge’s Bar & Grill, at the hotel on Monday, September 10, 2018, with reservation lines now open.
The sixty-fourth edition of the Taormina FilmFest, produced by Videobank and taking place July 14-20 under the new artistic direction of Silvia Bizio and Gianvito Casadonte, has unveiled its full program and attending talent from America, France, Italy and the UK.
Koen Mortier, CZAR Film and Paradiso Filmed Entertainment released the first images of Un Ange, the opening film of the 12th Film Festival of Ostend, Belgium. The film will be released in Belgian theatres on September 19th.
Promise at Dawn, from Director Eric Barbier, opened the 22nd Annual COLCOA French Film Festival, the oft time hilarious story of an overbearing single mother, her son, her aspirations for him and society in pre-war Europe.
Chef Matteo Metullio of La Siriola restaurant at Hotel Ciasa Salares in San Cassiano, Alta Badia region of the Dolomites, Italy, has recently been awarded 2 Michelin stars, the youngest Chef in Italy to have achieved such honors.
In a global event, in partnership with the BBC and Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), Smithsonian Channel shares the compelling story of the Crown Jewels and the ancient ceremony for which they are used in THE CORONATION.
On the heels of a tourism uptick, 23 million tourists in 2017 alone, Paris, France is forecasting its most successful year in a decade making the City of Light one of the most sought after and realized global destinations.
Louis Lefebvre, owner of the Galerie Lefebvre & Fils located in the heart of Paris' curators and collectors of art and design district, created out of his mastery and knowledge, "The Residency" in the rich historic region of Versailles.
Lefebvre & Fils, the renowned contemporary ceramic gallery of Paris, is pleased to announce FOUNTAIN, the first exhibition of ceramic work by the American artist Jasmine Little from 14 December 2017 to 20 January 2018.
Victoria Chow, Hong Kong’s hottest Wine and Spirits entrepreneur, is launching her latest collection of spirits at The Woods' Annex, in Soho Hong Kong. No stranger to the spirits industry, The Woods' Annex is her third high end libation establishment.
Phil Rudd, along with his band, takes his debut solo album "Head Job" on the road again from September when he'll be playing across the UK and Europe. The second single, "Sun Goes Down," will be released September 2017.
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today outlined his vision for London to become the world's leading 'Smart City' – with digital technology and data at the heart of making the capital an even better place to live, work and invest.
The Clove Club in London has won the Highest New Entry Award in The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2016 global competition, sponsored by John Paul, entering the celebrated and sought after association at Number 26.
Named "The Best Coffee" in London, DOCASA, Inc., through its award-winning subsidiary Department of Coffee and Social Affairs, has announced the opening of its new coffee shop at the offices of a leading Fortune 500 company in Canary Wharf.
Lavazza announced a new restaurant concept opening at the future Lavazza headquarters in Turin, Italy, CONDIVIDERE developed in collaboration with Ferran Adrià, features a setting designed by three-time Oscar-winning art director, Dante Ferretti, and the brilliant Italian chef, Federico Zanasi will lead the kitchen.
The Ferrari F2004 was not only one of the most successful, but also one of the most iconic Ferrari Formula 1 cars of all time, being the very last model that was designed by the all-conquering Ross Brawn and Rory Byrne duo, under the leadership of Jean Todt.
The newest tourist destination in Paris has opened with the launch of mk2 VR, the largest permanent virtual reality facility in Europe. Located in the heart of Paris' new 'tech district', mk2, offers the best of Virtual Reality (VR).
With a little less than 72 hours available to bid on Prince William and Kate's Range Rover, CharityStars.com has introduced their newest campaign with Business Mogul Renzo Rossi raising funds for earthquake ravaged Italy.
The eagerly awaited Global luxury lifestyle and hospitality brand Nikki Beach will host its official Grand Opening White Party on August 5th, on the white sands of Marina di Pietrasanta, Tuscany on the beautiful coast of Italy. Guests will experience an unforgettable evening of grandiose celebration offering a taste of the lavish parties to come.
This year’s launch event of London Technology Week, Europe’s largest festival of technology, is set to bring together some of the UK’s leading fashion technology designers for a first of its kind fashion technology showcase.
With just two weeks until launch of London Technology Week, 2016, more events have already been registered than in previous years, highlighting London’s position as a global tech hub and the growth of London Technology Week as an international festival for business.
The official publisher for The Queen's 90th Birthday Celebration, St James's House, has announced that a limited-edition, commemorative album has been released to mark The Queen's birthday celebration in Windsor this year.
With the largest yacht in the show and a full line-up of superyachts above 55 metres, Burgess reinforces its position as the large yacht specialists at the 2015 Monaco Yacht Show held from Wednesday, 23 September through Saturday, 26 September 2015.
Les montres les plus exquis monde pré- sélectionnés par le jury 2015 sera en compétition pour remporter le prestigieux " Aiguille d'Or " Grand Prix . Ces 72 montres sont maintenant disponibles sur le site officiel du Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève, gphg.org.
The Coca Cola London Eye is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year! Since first opening 15 years ago in 2000, the London Eye has become one of the world's most iconic landmarks, offering unrivaled 360 degree views over London.
Vive Le France! The beauty, the romance, the delicious delicacies, France is a dreamer’s escape, from the North to the South, ancient cities beckon, countryside welcome with winding roads through the most enchanting country in the world.
I'm away for a week from tomorrow, still working but from a beach rather than the office. I'm not sure whether I'll have access to a signal reliable enough to send music to you over the next seven days, so I'm sending everything now, please digest it all at your leisure!
I was feeling slightly uneasy when I moved back to London from California, where a healthy diet and looking beautiful are absolute musts. My life was taking another turn and I was leaving a love that had captured me from wheels down.
L’avis émis par le Conseil d’État sur la réforme des retraites interroge tant sur le contenu du texte proposé que sur la méthode employée par l’exécutif. Et le Président de la République de jouer avec le lien fragile qui l’unissait aux Français.
It has been reported that celebrities around the world have turned to the highly effective lifting properties of bee venom. From Fashion forward Royal Kate Middleton, Victoria Beckham, Gywneth Paltrow, to Supermodels Danii Minogue, (Huffington Post, Vogue 2012, Sunrise Australia) Kylie Bax, and many others have turned to various bee venom skincare treatments that were reportedly first introduced to Ms. Middleton by Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall.
Joining us this morning on CNBC's Squawk Box is Chris Hughes, the Economic Security Project Co-Chair and Facebook Co-Founder. He's joining us today to talk about Facebook and the growing calls for a crackdown on America's biggest tech companies.
For Immediate Release (Los Angeles, CA) – The Beltway Insider, the weekly review of the nation's top stories from the Washington beat, from Haute-Lifestyle.com, has been honored with a nomination for the prestigious Sidney Hillman Award for Journalistic Excellence.
President Donald Trump has hired an additional legal counsel, and signally concern Vice President Michael Pence has also hired an attorney, to assist and guide them through the burgeoning Russia scandal and its subsequent legal challenges and proceedings.
Former President of the United States, James Earl “Jimmy” Carter, Jr., has announced he has been diagnosed with cancer that has spread to his brain, the 39th President has undergone radiation and other traditional forms of cancer treatment.
The dream of all fashionistas can now be a reality. Designer clothes, shoes and precious accessories donated by the beautiful 27-year-old model Xenia Tchoumi (her instagram is @XENIA) can now be bought at a huge discount on the online auction platform CharityStars.
The last 24 hours have been particularly violent as two separate Mass shootings, in Hesston, Kansas and Belfair, Washington became the second and third of this bloody February leap year with a Kalamazoo, Michigan Uber driver being the first.
The Governors Ball, the official after-party hosted by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, previewed the upcoming celebration for select media who had the opportunity for a sneak peek into the most lavish party in tinsel town.
Joe Biden speaks with Spanish-language television for the first time since announcing his candidacy. The Presidential hopeful talks about the El Paso Massacre, Immigration, the Campaign, his choice for Vice President and Trump in an Exclusive Interview with Noticias Telemundo´s Senior Correspondent Vanessa Hauc.
Peter Madsen, 46, the eccentric Danish charged with manslaughter in the murder of Swedish Journalist Kim Wall, has proffered a third explanation for her murder and failed to acknowledge his culpability in the postmortem dismemberment.
The Complete Brain Exercise Book, the second brain stimuli tome from Dr. Fraser Smith, picks up where he left off in Keep Your Brain Young, by penning an exercise manual guaranteed to keep the mind sharp and agile.
Alive and Kicking, from Magnolia Pictures, presents a definitive documentary on Swing Dancing, a lost art that is experiencing revival, with men and women in every corner of the world suddenly dancing to music long forgotten.
The 'Women in Motion' program, designed to highlight and celebrate the contribution of women to cinema, Kering and the Festival de Cannes celebrated the commitment and exceptional career of the American actress Jane Fonda, a two-time Academy Award Winner, producer and philanthropist.
BLACKHAT, from Universal Pictures, presents a cat and mouse cyber terror thriller traveling the information super highway and back alleys through the streets of Hong Kong and Los Angeles where ingenuity meets the latest technology each vying for dominance.
