(CNN) — In May 2018, Abu Dhabi opened a suspension bridge allowing travelers to drive or cycle over the sea. On one side was Abu Dhabi’s mainland — home of its famous mosque and Louvre museum. At the other? Al Hudayriat Island, an island that offers 600 meters (1,970 feet) of quiet beach. Al Hudayriat
Month: December 2019
Integrated circuits on a circuit board. The semiconductor industry has been in focus during the U.S.-China trade war. filonmar | E+ | Getty Images When top-rated analyst Stacy Rasgon initiated his coverage on semiconductors in June 2009, little did he know a sea change was on the horizon. “I launched right at the bottom with
When “Old Town Road” went viral on TikTok in December 2018, an unlikely star was born in 20-year-old Lil Nas X. Arguably even more rare than breaking the record for most weeks spent in the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100? Making bedazzled western wear look so chic. But, armored with a pair
If you’re anything like us, you already binged all eight episodes of The Witcher Season 1 on Netflix. The fantasy drama, which is based on Andrzej Sapkowski‘s book series, stars Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia, a monster-hunter whose destiny becomes bound to the sorceress Yennefer (Anya Chalotra) and the powerful princess Ciri (Freya Allan).
Last night in Los Angeles, My Chemical Romance reunited for their first show in seven years. Tickets sold out immediately to the 5,000+ capacity Shrine Auditorium near USC, with hundreds of thousands left sobbing in the AXS ticket queue. The group played a 21-track, two-hour set that had all the fan favorites and some deeper
The fan theory that Tarzan is the brother to Anna and Elsa is officially disproved in Frozen 2. As Disney’s animated library has grown, filmmakers and animators have routinely worked in Easter eggs to other properties. Moments like Rapunzel walking through Arendelle in Frozen is a great example of this, but some fans also concocted the belief that
Like a fine wine, Melanie Griffith just keeps looking better with age! The Hollywood icon embraces her natural beauty while out and about with daughter Stella Banderas. Did Melanie Griffith, 62, discover the fountain of youth or is her skin routine just amazing? The Oscar nominee was out with her daughter Stella Banderas, 23, for
Pearl Yachts will stage the world premiere of the Pearl 62 at the 51st edition of Boot Dusseldorf (January 18-26, 2020), with the newcomer joining the current 65, 80 and 95 models. With an exterior by Bill Dixon, the Pearl 62 will feature a triple sunbed forward The new model succeeds the Pearl 60, the
Voluntary sector figures have criticised an opinion piece published on the Third Sector website earlier this week. The article, written by Craig Dearden-Phillips, executive chair of The Social Group, argued the sector should “embrace those with a less ‘woke’ view of the world” and called on the sector to do more to connect with white working-class
Wonderings: rambles through and reflections on travel… this month, James Kay says that Notre Dame will emerge from the recent fire as an even greater monument © Joe Davis / Lonely Planet Many years ago, I climbed the spiral staircase that winds its way up to the balcony connecting the two towers of the Cathédrale
Tim Seymour shopping for a Christmas tree on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. Source: Tim Seymour On a Saturday morning earlier this month, I went out with my daughter on the annual urban pilgrimage to buy a Christmas Tree in New York City. My son was too busy on his iPad to care (AAPL all-time highs).
From chicory and Jerusalem artichokes to turnip, radicchio, Savoy cabbage and pumpkin, this flavour-rich menu is an appealing choice for both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Chef Gianni’s Winter Vegetarian Menu 2020Priced at HK$798 + 10% per guest, the Winter Vegetarian Set Menu by Chef Gianni Caprioli presents six courses of Giando’s most beautiful seasonal creations,
(Photo: iStock) It’s time to put the gift cards you got in your office Secret Santa to good use—Boxing Day sales are upon us! Here, we’ve rounded up the hottest Boxing Day sales of 2019 in Canada with savings of up to 70% off. Plus, we’ve picked our fave deals to shop, like the most
Beloved Wheel of Fortune host, Pat Sajak, appeared on Good Morning America on Friday. This was Sajak’s first interview since undergoing surgery for a blocked intestine, surgery which ultimately led to him taking a leave of absence from his job on Wheel of Fortune. The 73-year-old game show host recalled the entire terrifying ordeal: “My
Exclusive Getty/City Of Miami Fire Marc Anthony‘s burned out yacht is posing a significant danger to Miami’s coastal waters — so the federal government’s stepping in to assist … but it ain’t gonna be cheap. As you know, Marc’s $7 million yacht, the Andiamo, burst into flames Wednesday night in a Miami marina, and despite
EXCLUSIVE: The dark force from critics isn’t keeping Disney’s Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker down with the Lucasfilm finale to the George Lucas-created saga seeing between $44M-$48M per Deadline sources tonight. At that level, Rise of Skywalker will wind up being either the third or fourth best preview night ever with the current top three being last
The Dark Side was apparently in force at a Vancouver movie theatre Thursday, where a dispute over a cellphone allegedly led to a man being punched in the face. The aftermath of the incident, which took place at a 7:30 p.m. screening of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and was dubbed the Star Wars
Founded in Paris, France in 1847 when Louis-François Cartier took over the workshop of his master, Adolphe Picard, the classically French brand chose London for its first international outpost in 1902, the same year that King Edward VII of Great Britain ordered 27 tiaras for his coronation, referring to Cartier as “the jeweller of kings
The Charity Commission has criticised the board of Marie Stopes International for failing to properly record discussions that led to the charity awarding its chief executive a £434,500 pay package. In a statement today, the regulator said documentation around the decision to give chief executive Simon Cooke a bonus that doubled his salary was “inadequate”.
One of the great charms of Bruges is its canals, which wind through the historic centre of the city. Some of these are quiet backwaters, overhung by willows, frequented by swans; others are busy with canal tour boats, but these stop at night, leaving the waters still to reflect the skyline of spires and stepped
Colin Anderson Productions pty ltd More Americans may soon be able to buy into risky investments such as private equity funds, hedge funds and stock in start-up companies — and investors should be wary. The SEC this week proposed a rule that would loosen requirements around who can invest in so-called private securities, a move
Here is my pick of ultra-special French bubbles to toast the end of 2019 and begin 2020 in style. White Champagne Salon 1997 Cuvée ‘S’, Blanc de Blancs, Le MesnilSalon is the high-class Champagne house that really, only true connoisseurs know. With extremely limited production and made entirely with ethereal Chardonnay grapes from the famed
Two Carnival Cruise Ships collide at port in Cozumel, Mexico on Dec. 20th, 2019. Photo: Matthew Bruin Two Carnival Cruise ships collided near the port of Cozumel, Mexico, on Friday morning, causing damage to at least one of the ships and at least one reported injury, according to the company. “Carnival Glory was maneuvering to
Valentyn Ogirenko | Reuters Nike on Thursday reported quarterly earnings and sales that beat analysts expectations, as more customers flocked to its stores for limited-edition Jordan sneakers and ordered athletic apparel from its website. But the retailer’s shares fell more than 2% in after-hours trading on the news, having hit an all-time intraday high earlier
When To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before hit Netflix in August 2018, it broke records. The movie, which the streaming service revealed to be one of their most re-watched original films of 2018, resonated with viewers and breathed new life into the teen romantic comedy genre. With the movie’s release, Lana Condor and Noah
Play video content ABC NEWS Pat Sajak‘s fortunate to be alive after suffering a blocked intestine, but says for a brief drug-induced moment … his life flashed before his eyes and he thought he was for sure dying. The “Wheel of Fortune” host turned up on ‘GMA’ and spoke for the first time about last
5 minutes ago CinemaBlend participates in affiliate programs with various companies. We may earn a commission when you click on or make purchases via links. It’s been said a lot lately (including by myself), but it bears repeating: it’s the end of an era. With Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker now playing in theaters,
The first thing to know about Netflix’s The Witcher is that every few minutes, someone will say “witcher,” and it’s funny. Eventually you will get used to it—at least in part because a bard named Jaskier (yes, that’s right, “Jaskier,” and he’s played by Joey Batey) will sing songs about the Witcher, starting with the
With the world being a difficult place for those of any marginalized background, one of the things those of us who are looking to do something can do is donate to those in need. Thousands of teachers each year ask for a little help with seeking supplies for their classrooms via Donors Choose; organizations that
It’s that time of year once again! Whether you’re spending the night out or nestling up at home, tis’ the season to be merry with all of your closest family and friends. From decorating your home and the Christmas tree, to wrapping gifts and planning parties – preparing for all the festivities may seem daunting…
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