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.
La réduction des subventions allouées aux universités brésiliennes par Jair Bolsonaro confirme l'emprise d'un homme sur un pays brutalisé par des méthodes qui visent à étouffer tout foyer de contestation. Fallait-il s'y attendre ? Peut-être pas.
Alors qu'approche le scrutin destiné à renouveler le parlement éponyme, il apparaît que l'Union Européenne peine à établir une pensée et une idéologie communes. Carence préjudiciable qui l'empêche d'avancer comme elle souhaiterait. Explications.
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.
With little need for introduction in Rotterdam, Netherlands, acoustic pop-rockers, the Marvin Dee Band, are preparing to drop an epic second album, the first tune is out, recorded in the same studio Motown’s Marvin Gaye recorded Midnight Love.
Iceland's singing superstar, Hafdis Huld covers iconic artists from Eurythmics to Queen to give us a fresh folk perspective on classics we know so well with her new album 'Variations' released today via Red Grape Music.
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.
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.
Les polémiques entourant la rémunération des grands chefs d'entreprise ont encore rebondi à l'occasion de l'affaire Carlos Ghosn. Mais ces polémiques ne répondraient-elles pas à des réactions épidermiques où se mêlent Histoire et sentiments humains ?
The Belgian feature film 'Coureur,' the semi-autobiographical debut by Kenneth Mercken, will have its international premiere in the 'Limelight' programme of the 'Voices' section at the 48th International Film Festival of Rotterdam (23 Jan - 3 Feb).
Si le rapprochement des deux Corée permettra d'apaiser les tensions qui paralysent la région, le renvoi de la dénucléarisation de la Corée du Nord à un avenir indéterminé offre à Kim Jong Un un moyen de pression à même d'influer sur les négociations actuelles ou à venir.
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.
La crise des Gilets Jaunes révèle l'existence de deux France que beaucoup oppose : Principes, histoire, croyances, ambition. Ni l'une ni l'autre ne cédera. Et l'issue de la crise de peut-être se trouver dans la disparition de l'un des deux.
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,
Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie of York, ninth in line for succession, and Mr. Jack Brooksbank, her longtime executive boyfriend, married Friday in a traditional ceremony at Windsor Castle's St. George's Chapel, in front of 800 guests.
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.
Indie Rock band Sugarspun, a five piece hailing from the North West of England, bring the sound of the 60's Faces and 90's Oasis and The Verve, right into the here and now with the upcoming October release.
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.
With a sound that’s best played loud, a solid beat that brings to mind rockers ZZ Top, the Mexican rock band Canibales, on the Canadian label The Grizzlar, and their new EP Rocanrol are a bullet on the charts.
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.
Happy New Year! We are kicking off the musical new year with a new release. Haneen has stormed the stations with its unique blend of Hip Hop, Pre-War Jazz and Arabic Music, crazy maybe but what a sound.
For those into old school beats with a fresh sound, two artists Ugly Duckling's Andy Cooper, a hip hop/rapper in the Sugar Hill Gang style and the Swedish band Easy layered Indie Pop are bringing the funk, breaks and beats.
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.
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.
Ending months of media speculation the engagement of HRH Prince Harry, 33, and American actress Meghan Markle, 36, was announced by HRH The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwell via a press release from Clarence House.
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.
Loka releases their third album 'Northern Oscillations' in October 2017, featuring the critically acclaimed single 'Herculaneum Rock', takes us back to 1980 Liverpool and about hopes against hope that might still resonate, there and elsewhere, today.
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.
Following recent airplay on BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music along with extensive online coverage, Blueprint Blue release another slice of their Americana inspired songwriting in the form of their stunning new single 'Bad Dreams'.
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.
Edinburgh is set to welcome one of the most exciting music festivals in Scotland for 2017. SpringFest, an indoor festival with four stages, ten zones, and numerous covered spaces, takes place on the bank holiday weekend of 27th and 28th May at the Corn Exchange.
Back in 2015 we introduced Alteria Art as part of The Clash legend Mick Jones and his Rock & Roll Public Library launch, and now we’re again working with founders Lauren Jones and Alix Alix Janta-Polczynski to introduce Photismograms.
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 time before Christmas is a time of annunciation: Gault&Millau announce who has earned how many points and toques. Guide Michelin announces the number of stars shining over its dearest chefs. And – last not least – we are proud to announce our very own festival program 2017.
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.
Some Kind of Sorry', the new single from Grandmaster's Furious Five featuring Mele Mel & Scorpio, has seen the Rap legends and original pioneers of Hip Hop gaining airplay on national and regional radio stations all over the world.
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.
Sinead O'Connor is an international recording artist who needs no introduction. She has recorded 'The Foggy Dew' in honour of the funeral re-enactment of Jeremiah O'Donovan Rossa in Dublin, Ireland on August 1st 2015. The track will be available as a free download fromAugust 5th 2015.
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!
British brand House of Holland is once again working with local fashion technology company, Metail, to create an immersive catwalk experience, and inviting fashionista’s everywhere to participate in London's Autumn Winter 15 Fashion Week collection as it is shown live on the catwalk.
Peur, a new alternative rock band on the hot watch list radar for London based Music group, Blue Soap. The rendition of The House of The Rising Sun, which is linked is one of the best in recent memory.
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.
Backcountry, from IFC Midnight and Fella Films, presents the perfect outdoor, man verses the nature, horror film a combination of terror, sheer fright, paralyzing fear and gritty determined display of survival instinct and will power.
HIROMI ASAI, a New York-based fashion designer and kimono stylist, is launching men's collection, made by Japanese high-end Kimono textiles, and presents it at the show room in New York during the upcoming New York Fashion Weeks.
In the absence of a credible political opposition, Macronism, always indefinite, stands out as the dominant ideology because it is the only one in the running. And if this domination is not political substance, it is enough.
A museum dedicated to Soviet espionage and intelligence is opening its doors on West 14th Street in Manhattan. The world’s largest collection of never-seen authentic KGB artifacts sheds light on the secret world of Soviet surveillance and espionage.
A Miami grandmother and a child are among the dozen fatalities of a tour bus crash carrying Royal Caribbean cruise passengers heading to the Mayan Ruins in southeast Mexico, for a day of sightseeing, state department officials have confirmed.
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, from Columbia Pictures, pits good against evil in David Fincher's fast action, suspense thriller.
Congresswomen Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), the minority leader of the U.S. House of Representative, took the floor of the House this week, delivering the longest speech in history, in an effort to force a vote on DREAMERS immigration policy.
Smartphone dependence is a major variable separating different classes of virtual reality headsets. Some fun, functional VR units can be purchased for under $50, but require outside hardware for processing and audio. Other units cost more, but are completely — or mostly — self-contained.
The Midway Gallery is pleased to present She Bends: Women in Neon, the largest, most inclusive all-female neon exhibition ever assembled. Curated by Bay Area neon artist Meryl Pataky She Bends features 32 artists who challenge convention.
“Narco Cultural,” a gritty, real war documentary, from Ocean Size Pictures and Parts & Labor Productions, offers a shocking look into Mexico’s Drug War, its sudden glorification and the devastation left in its wake.
Magic Theatre (Loretta Greco, Artistic Director and Jaimie Mayer, Managing Director) announced today the complete cast of Ashlin Halfnight's World Premiere The Resting Place, the first production of the 2018- 2019 season, directed by Jessica Holt.
While We’re Young, from Scott Rudin Productions and A24, brings to the screen an engaging comedic drama filled with culture clashes, passion points and middle aged awakenings pairing realistic dialogue with very real situations to deliver a charming, appealing, back to the future trip.
Australian Jayson Brunsdon previewed his 2008 Spring/Summer collection at New York's IMG Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week seducing the audience with his alluring visions of the famed Far East.
Royal wedding expert and British bridal designer, Caroline Castigliano, at Windsor Castle covering the nuptials of Prince Harry, the youngest son of Diana, Princess of Wales, and HRH Prince Charles, to Megan Markle provides observation on dress and tradition.
The DOW closed the week of June 27, 2014, slightly stronger with minimal gains over the week and only peaked out of a disastrous week long slide with Tuesday's two hour bullish run. World Markets from Japan to London reflected the same pendulum swing.
