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This weekend in the National Hockey League, we saw a true generational accomplishment. Alexander Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals set the new standard for goal scoring by passing Wayne Gretzky for most goals in a career. On a level of Hank Aaron breaking Babe Ruth’s home run mark, Emmitt Smith passing Walter Payton in NFL…
As a writer and business professional constantly balancing deadlines, strategy sessions, and content creation, I’m always looking for tools that can boost productivity without compromising quality. That’s what initially led me to ChatGPT.
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One of Britain’s beauty spots swamped by tourists is “crumbling” as iconic buildings are under threat. Birling Gap’s cottages and beaches, in East Sussex, have proven extremely popular as social media videos about it draw more and more people there.Its appeal to South East Asian visitors has skyrocketed as a result of South Korean actress Seo Hyo-rim filming a Korean reality TV show on the coastal patch, and Taiwanese singer Jay Chou filming a music video there. “There are a lot of South East Asian visitors. It is very popular among that group of tourists,” said Rhys Webb, an ice-cream seller who trades in a local car park, reports the MailOnline.Others say tourists harm the area’s plants and wildlife.Walker Philip Dean, 72, said that tourists “don’t stick to the pathways” and cause damage to the flora and fauna.He said that it used to attract rare seabirds but the sheer number of visitors has scared them off, “probably for good.” He added that it is an “incredible site” but it can’t support the amount of visitors it currently receives each year. Birling Gap is one of the areas of the UK worst affected by coastal erosion. Huge chunks of the cliff are falling away as campaigners, such as Dame Judi Dench, call for more sea defences.A cafe had to be shut down in 2023 and part of it demolished as it found itself precariously close to the edge.And only a mile along is Cuckmere Haven, home to famous coastguard cottages.They are visited a lot by people from Japan, whose magazines advertising places to go to in Britain are adorned with photos of the buildings.One nearby resident said that the houses are “iconic” but the sheer number of visitors flocking to see them is causing damage to the crumbling sea defences.They recounted a time when a cottage owner had two women walk into her house and ask for two teas and a can of coke as they “thought it was a cafe.”
The Tamil Nadu Textbook and Educational Services Corporation (TNTESC) has bought translation rights of over 100 children’s books. According to officials, the government is venturing into the toddler book space in Tamil for the first time. “We will bring out sound books, case books, board books, pop-up books, flip books and poster books in both English and Tamil. The agreement was signed at the recently concluded Bologna Children’s Book Fair. We wanted to bring out more qualitative content and through this initiative the children will be exposed to both languages from a young age,” said T Sankara Saravanan, Joint Director (Translation), TNTESC. The TNTESC has signed the agreement with Sweet Cherry, London, for over 2,000 copies of innovative toddler books. “The co-publishing efforts will take 18-24 months as per international publishing agreements,” the official added. Similarly, the department is also under talks to bring Singapore’s Sherlock Sam series to Tamil Nadu. Noting that there is a dearth of regional language books for young adults, he said, “Detective books and mystery stories are widely read and adored by most children. The Singaporean series would be adapted to suit the Tamil culture so that children here can relate and enjoy.”The officials also met with publishers from over 35 countries and exchanged book rights including those from Serbia, Jamaica, Romania and Sri Lanka. Further, they have also signed agreements to bring about child friendly books on paleontology, cooking, theatre, botany among others. An agreement was also signed with the fair organisers where Tamil Nadu will receive a free stall every year in Bologna in exchange for a stall to the Bologna fair at the Chennai International Book Fair (CIBF). Published – April 07, 2025 09:18 pm IST
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Cairo – April 7, 2025: The Egyptian-French Business Forum commenced in Cairo today, attracting significant participation from top officials and business representatives from both countries.
During the opening session, Hossam Heiba, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones, highlighted the importance of the visit by French President Emmanuel Macron to Egypt, describing it as a crucial step in advancing the strategic partnership between the two nations.
“This visit comes at a critical juncture as Egypt seeks to open broader avenues for international partnerships,” said Heiba, stressing that both Egypt and France share a common vision for a future grounded in innovation, sustainable development, and mutual prosperity.
Heiba noted that under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Egypt has made significant strides in implementing structural economic reforms that have bolstered the investment climate.
He pointed out that Egypt attracted $46.6 billion in foreign direct investment in 2024, a clear indication of growing international confidence in the Egyptian economy.
Looking ahead, Heiba shared that Egypt has set ambitious targets for the coming years, including attracting $60 billion in foreign direct investments and raising exports to $145 billion. He also emphasized that the private sector is expected to contribute 65 percent of total investments by 2030, aligning with Egypt’s long-term economic growth strategy.
Heiba further revealed that France is one of Egypt’s key partners, with over $7 billion invested in the Egyptian market. French companies have also played a significant role in creating more than 50,000 job opportunities across various sectors.
The Egyptian government’s commitment to fostering a competitive business environment was also underscored by Heiba, who highlighted recent initiatives such as the 2023 state ownership policy and the introduction of the “golden license” to expedite the licensing process for major investment projects.
France’s investment in Egypt, particularly in sectors such as clean energy, digital transformation, infrastructure, transportation, health, and technology, presents significant opportunities for French businesses. Heiba assured that Egypt is well-prepared to support French investors and facilitate their market entry, enhancing the already dynamic partnership between the two nations.
In a separate statement, Ayman Ezzat, Chairman of the Egyptian-French Business Council, expressed that the forum marks an essential opportunity to further cement economic collaboration between Egypt and France. Ezzat pointed out that recent economic reforms have prioritized private sector participation in development, leading to successful partnerships with the government, including over $1 billion in investments in education, transportation, and infrastructure.
“The visit of President Macron represents a new chapter in Egyptian-French relations,” said Ezzat. “Our goal is to strengthen investments and foster partnerships based on innovation, building bridges between our peoples and companies to ensure a prosperous future for both countries.”
A teenage girl who wrote in her diary that she hated her mother and wanted to kill her has been charged with murder alongside another teen after a woman was found stabbed to death in a vacation rental in Utah.Mihaela “Bella” Gabriela Sorescu, aged 16, and Abigael “Jay” Paige Flanagan, 17, face adult murder charges under Utah law along with charges of obstruction of justice and motor vehicle theft over the death of Andreea Mottram, 47.Cleaning staff called the police on March 23 after entering the unit in Washington City, close to the Nevada border, and discovering Mottram’s body. The deputy medical examiner determined she had died around 24 hours previously. In court documents, the Washington County Attorney said police established that Mottram was staying in the unit with her daughter, Sorescu, 16, and her daughter’s friend Flanagan. Mottram and Flanagan traveled to the area together to visit Sorescu, who was enrolled in a residential treatment facility at the time. Photos released by authorities showing 16-year-old Mihaela “Bella” Gabriela Sorescu
The Foreign Office has issued a natural disaster warning for British tourists visiting Greece as the popular destination braces for more extreme weather this summer. The mainland and surrounding islands have been known to experience earthquakes, floods, wildfires, extreme heat, and storms.Last year, temperatures in Athens got so high that the Acropolis had to be closed during the hottest hours of the day as tourists were fainting. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s (FCDO) latest guidelines, updated on April 2, warned that there is a particularly high risk of wildfires between April and October. It said: “Greece can experience extreme natural phenomena such as earthquakes, wildfires, extreme heat and flash floods.”To be alerted to events near where you are located in Greece, register for alerts from the Greek Government’s Emergency Communication Service.”If you have an iPhone, go to Settings, click Notifications, and enable “Emergency Alerts”. If you have an Android, go to Settings, click Notifications, then Advanced Settings, then Wireless Emergency Alerts. This will only work for the 11 models and higher.If you have a Samsung device, to Settings, click Apps, then Messages, the Notifications, the Emergency Notifications, and enable “Emergency Alerts”. The FCDO added: “Register for Emergency alerts and follow ‘112 Greece’ on X for official updates. There is a high risk of wildfires from April to October in the summer.”Ensure that your mobile phone is registered to receive emergency alerts and be warned of wildfires near your location. Wildfires are highly dangerous and unpredictable. The situation can change quickly.”
We’re all familiar with the story of Jeanne d’Arc – Joan of Arc to us Anglophones. Now the patron saint of France, Joan was a young woman – barely more than a girl – who led armies during the Hundred Years War. She took part in the siege of Orleans in 1428/29, when she was…
“A Minecraft Movie” caused an earthquake at the box office this weekend, grossing $157 million in the best-ever opening for a film based on a video game, injecting some life into what had been a dreary year for theaters.
The Warner Bros.’ film, which stars Jack Black and Jason Momoa and was directed by Jared Hess, topped the $146 million opening of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” in 2023. It is by far the biggest opening of any film so far in 2025.
Minecraft is the world’s top-selling video game.
The Jason Statham action picture “A Working Man” claimed second place with $7.2 million Friday through Sunday in the United States and Canada, one week after opening in first place, Comscore reported.
Third place went to “The Chosen: The Last Supper — Season 5, Part Two,” which grossed $7 million in its first weekend in theaters. The multi- season television series about the life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth has been hauling in better-than-expected grosses in its big-screen showings.
“Snow White” slipped to fourth place with $6 million in its third week, cementing its status as a major bomb. Disney’s big-budget, live action remake of its beloved 1937 classic was plagued by controversy for years preceding its release. Star Rachel Zegler ignited criticism in 2022 by assailing what she characterized as the original’s dated depiction of gender roles. Reviews have also been brutal, with critics and viewers slamming the film’s special effects and the performance of Gal Gadot, who plays the Evil Queen.
Blumhouse’s horror film “The Woman in the Yard” opened with $4.5 million for fifth place.
Rounding out the top 10 domestic releases were “Death of a Unicorn” ($2.69 million), “The Chosen: The Last Supper — Season 5, Part One” ($1.87 million), “Hell of a Summer” ($1.75 million), “The Friend” ($1.6 million) and “Captain America: Brave New World” ($1.39 million).
This weekend’s overall three-day box office haul was estimated at $196 million. The year-to-date total is $1.671 billion — down 5.27% from the figure at this time last year, according to Comscore.
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