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Exploring the Impact of Technowood in Different Architectural Typologies

Archdaily.com 

Wood is undeniably an elegant choice for architectural projects, offering a natural and welcoming aesthetic that enhances any space. However, when exposed to the elements, this same wood demands a high level of maintenance. Sun, rain, and temperature variations can compromise its appearance and integrity over time, requiring regular care to preserve its original beauty. For many, this is the price to pay for the irreplaceable aesthetics of wood, but the search for alternatives that combine natural beauty with durability has grown... Читать дальше...

The Prison Paradox 

The Hindu 

With reports of preferential treatment to jailed actor Darshan putting the spotlight on the conditions within the overcrowded Central Prison at Parappana Agrahara in Bengaluru,The Hindu Shreyas H.S. looks at the prison manual and the ground reality

Texas sues Biden administration to block abortion privacy rule

TheHill.com 

The state of Texas sued the Biden administration in a bid to block a rule designed to protect the privacy of women living in states that ban abortion who travel over state lines for the procedure. In a suit filed Wednesday in federal court in Texas, the state asked a judge to strike down a...

Macron names EU's Brexit negotiator Barnier as France's new prime minister

Business Standard 

President Emmanuel Macron named Michel Barnier as France's new prime minister on Thursday, hoping the Brexit negotiator and veteran conservative can work with the country's bitterly divided legislature to end political turmoil that has roiled Macron's presidency. Barnier, 73, is the oldest of the 26 prime ministers that have served modern France's Fifth Republic. He replaces the youngest, Gabriel Attal, who was 34 when he was appointed just eight months ago. Attal was also France's first openly gay prime minister. Читать дальше...

NY seeks to charge Weinstein with more sex crimes as Britain drops case

Business Standard 

Spared from prosecution in Britain on Thursday, Harvey Weinstein now faces the prospect of a new indictment in New York, where prosecutors retrying the disgraced movie mogul's rape case are taking steps to potentially charge him with up to three additional sex assaults. Britain's Crown Prosecution Service, which authorised two charges of indecent assault against Weinstein in 2022, announced Thursday that it decided to discontinue the proceedings because there was "no longer a realistic prospect of conviction". Читать дальше...

Father of Georgia school shooting suspect arrested on murder, manslaughter charges

Voice of America 

WINDER, Ga. — The father of a 14-year-old boy accused of fatally shooting four people at a Georgia high school and wounding nine others was arrested Thursday and faces charges including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter for allowing his son to possess a weapon, authorities said. It's the latest example of prosecutors holding parents responsible for their children's actions in school shootings. In April, Michigan parents Jennifer and James Crumbley were the first to be convicted... Читать дальше...

India-US partnership to grow regardless of who wins presidential election: Mukesh Aghi

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The India-US relationship is expected to continue its positive trajectory regardless of the outcome of the presidential elections, according to USISPF president Mukesh Aghi. He emphasized the strong geopolitical alignment between the two nations, particularly in countering China's influence. Aghi noted that both Trump and Harris have their unique approaches but share a commitment to strengthening ties with India. The Indian-American diaspora and economic factors also play crucial roles in this partnership.

PVH appoints Fredrik Olsson as CEO EMEA

FashionNetwork.com (us) 

Fredrik Olsson, former managing director of Max Fashion in the Middle East, has been appointed as CEO EMEA of PVH, owner of iconic brands such as Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger.