Structural Systems Limited Celebrating 50 Years

If you have ever driven past one of those strong, gleaming metal buildings that seem to stand a little prouder than the rest, even after the fiercest hurricane, you might just be looking at the work of Structural Systems Limited (SSL). Celebrating...

Sondra Radvanovsky, Cecilia Bartoli, Piotr Beczała, Elina Garanča, Benjamin Bernheim & Sabine Devieilhe Headline Palau de la Música Catalana’s 2025-26 Season

The Palau de la Música Catalana has announced its 2025-26 season. Here is a look at the vocal performances. Adolf Gassol conducts Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly.” Performance Dates: Sept. 6 & Dec. 6, 2025 Puccini’s “Tosca” will be performed....

A raw focus on frozen Varosha

‘It’s not just buildings that are abandoned. It’s memories and emotions; entire chapters of lives left unfinished’ “Varosha currently stands at a crossroads between decay and renewal. “Will it remain a relic – an open-air museum of abandonment –...

What to know about Concacaf W Champions Cup semifinals

The inaugural Concacaf W Champions Cup returns to action with the semifinal round, and the final four teams will battle for a spot in the tournament final on Saturday. Club America and Tigres Femenil, two Liga MX Femenil sides, will face NWSL...

How do the major political parties plan to support migrant workers who bring the harvest to Canadian tables?

As many Canadians are looking for more locally made products at places like the supermarket and liquor store, those growing and harvesting the fruits and vegetables that are sold there or go into those products are often not Canadian themselves....

Acclaimed Mezzo-Soprano Becomes Military Charity Ambassador

Friederike Krum, celebrated for her vocal versatility and captivating stage presence, has agreed to become an Ambassador for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity. As a frequent performer and supporter for both British and German Armed Forces, she has...

Defending Rights, Shaping Policy: The Impact of Human Rights Defenders at the UN Forum

From the 25th-27th November, the 13th Forum on Business and Human Rights took place in Geneva with more than 3,000 participants including human right defenders, State representatives, businesses and other actors. The topic of this year’s Forum was...

Caribbean must brace for fallout from US tariffs, warns ECCB governor

The Caribbean may not feel the full economic shock of new US tariffs until later this year and into 2026, but Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) Governor Timothy Antoine is urging the region to prepare now—or risk serious consequences. Speaking...

Gulfshore Opera's season-ending outdoor extravaganza, 'Journey Through the Americas,' is this week

Gulfshore Opera’s season-ending extravaganza takes place this week. But attendees won’t be hearing opera. “The title of the program is ‘Journey Through the Americas.’ There will be traditional and popular songs from the United States and also from...

Travel To A Galaxy Far, Far Away With These ‘Andor’ Filming Locations

If you’re a fan of the Star Wars franchise, you may already be acquainted with the hit Disney+ series “Andor.” The show, which is currently airing brand-new episodes as part of its second season, has rapidly become a fan favorite for aficionados...

Istanbul-inspired Mango founder dies in hiking accident

ISTANBUL Isak Andiç Ermay, the Istanbul-born founder of Mango, has left behind a legacy that intertwines his Turkish roots and entrepreneurial spirit. Andiç died at 71 in an accident in Montserrat, Spain, after falling approximately 100 meters...

Fashion billionaire slips to his death while hiking

(MENAFN) Isak Andic, the 71-year-old founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango, tragically died after slipping while hiking near Barcelona on Saturday. Andic fell more than 150 meters (nearly 500 feet) from a cliff in the Montserrat caves....

NEW CARIBBEAN NETWORK TO STRENGTHEN REGIONAL COOPERATION ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

The representatives of 16 Caribbean governments have established the Caribbean Subregional Sustainable Development Network (CSSDN) aimed at strengthening regional cooperation on sustainable development. The network was formalised at the conclusion...

Mourning in the fashion world: Founder of highstreet chain Mango, 71, dies while hiking with son near Spain’s Barcelona

THE founder of highstreet fashion chain Mango fell to his death while hiking with his eldest son in Barcelona’s Montserrat mountain range. Industry titan Isak Andic, 71, tripped and plummeted 150 metres down a steep ravine while returning to their...

Fashion billionaire falls to his death

Isak Andic, the founder and owner of the Spanish fashion retailer Mango, has died at the age of 71 after slipping while hiking on Saturday with relatives near Barcelona. According to police reports, Andic fell over 150 meters (nearly 500 feet)...

‘Future of the Party’: EPP Elects Weber ‘Loyalist’ as New Secretary General

After reelecting Manfred Weber as party president the day before, the European People’s Party (EPP) congress in Valencia on Wednesday also elected its new secretary-general and ten vice presidents. The composition of the new EPP leadership...

Mango Founder Isak Andic No More; Spanish Fast Fashion Brand Head Dies After Falling Of A Cliff In Spain

Isak Andic, founder of the renowned Spanish fast fashion brand Mango, died on Saturday, December 14. Andic died after tragically falling off a cliff in Spain. Andic was trekking in Barcelona's Montserrat caves when he slipped and plunged to his...

Dire Straits – Brothers In Arms Reviewed: New edition reveals the soul beneath the sheen

Dire Straits Brothers In Arms ★★★★ UNIVERSAL Of all the artists to herald the digital age with its shiny new compact disc format, Dire Straits were surely the least likely. Workhorses rather than high-gloss show ponies, they emerged from London’s...

Trump’s Tariff Announcements and Global Reactions: A Comprehensive Guide

Trump tariffs war: United States President Donald Trump on April 2 unveiled a comprehensive tariff policy, imposing at least a 10 per cent duty on nearly all goods entering the US. Trump, 47th President of the US, announced the so called...

Almería's Avenida del Mediterráneo bridge to be demolished before the end of this month

Date Published: 08/05/2025 The days are numbered for one of Almería’s most iconic pieces of infrastructure. The Avenida del Mediterráneo bridge, which for decades has provided a vital crossing over the city’s railway tracks, is set to be...