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Bloomberg
2 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
US Judge Orders Argentina's Economy Minister to Turn Over YPF Texts
Argentina was ordered by a US judge to turn over top officials' Gmail, WhatsApp and Signal messages to Burford Capital, the litigation funding firm trying to collect a $16 billion judgment against the South American nation. US District Judge Loretta Preska said Tuesday that Burford was entitled to messages from Economy Minister Luis Caputo and several former officials. She noted that the Argentine press has reported on the widespread use of unofficial apps by President Javier Milei and his circle to transact government business.
The Independent
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Bull Burford: How a 16th-century coaching inn became the Cotswolds' hottest hotel
The warning is in plain sight on a sign outside Bull: 'a curious coaching inn'. And indeed, this is no everyday pub quietly hidden in the heart of the Cotswolds. As Alice might have noted of this new hospitality wonderland, it does actually get curiouser and curiouser the moment you step over the threshold. Don't for a minute think 'quaint', in spite of the ancient heritage, when you pull up at this pub in Burford, quite possibly the most beautiful town in the Cotswolds; this 18-room hotel turns the concept of an English pub on its head. Matthew Freud, the PR tycoon and commercial strategist turned pub landlord, adds much zen, zip and zaniness to his modern reinvention of the country pub hotel. The result is 50 shades of cosmopolitan luxury. But be warned: it's distinctly anti-loner, the kind of place where you're encouraged to integrate, not isolate; to break bread with other guests over dinner and share in new experiences. Along with the communal dining, where guests are instructed to sit together and (shock horror!) talk to one another, there's also a holistic programme offering activities including yoga, meditation, photography workshops, chess, flower picking and a book club. Mixers are not just drinks to accompany spirits, but are how Freud defines his guests. He wants them to embrace the community spirit and throw themselves into making connections over dinner. Bull also has more of a modern art gallery vibe than that of a traditional boozer, partly because Damien Hirst and Harland Miller works adorn the walls. Housed in such an old building but with such modern, on-trend interiors, it's the hotel version of a Warhol portrait in an old gilt frame. And there's no dinging brass bell or indifferent receptionist either; here you'll find Californian sunshine service with zippy friendliness. The wobbly stairs and corridors lead through a labyrinth of newly carpeted landings and corridors to the 24/7 pantry, full to bursting with gourmet goodies. This is midnight feast territory (or perfect for greedy elevenses). A tap on the state of the art fridge illuminates a light behind the glass door to show chocolate cakes and cans of drink so shiny they could be sculptures rather than thirst-quenchers. This pub may have 16th-century vernacular, with oak beams and wattled plaster, but its rooms are more Dr. No, a 21st-century Bond boozer. When Bull opened in 1536, it was a basic coaching inn, a place for tired horses to recover and prepare themselves for the next long ride. The mantra of the new Bull aspires 'to offer the same service to anyone on a journey who might need a moment to catch their breath'. This is more private home in feel than public bar. Marble mosaic tiles in the bathroom have been individually selected. Photographs in black and white of Mick Jagger and Vivienne Westwood stare out from the corridors, and equally famous living guests are not unusual either (Bob Geldoff and a slew of star actors among them). This is a deceptively spacious rural retreat; oddly Tardis-like, it makes you feel as if you're sneaking into someone's private, tycoonish home. The food, meanwhile, is simple and delicious – think Soho House chic twisted with modern Brit cuisine. Breakfast ham and eggs straight from a nearby farm sit alongside avocado mash, while staff seem more like they've been plucked from a Netflix series than catering central casting. But then again, it is all spun together by Freud, a master image maker. The laird has his own lord-of-the-manor mansion down the road. As you slope up to bed, there are dozens of slim volumes of single short stories to choose from; Sonos for your music; lemon, a sharp knife, ice and gin for that final nightcap... The only downer? You may never want to move out.
CTV News
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Multiple vehicle crash west of Brantford
An Ontario Provincial Police cruiser is positioned in a parking lot. Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have closed a portion of a road in Burford, Ont. following a crash Friday morning. In a social media post at 8:28 a.m. Brant OPP said they were called to the intersection of Maple Avenue South and Norwich Road for a crash involving three vehicles. They did not say if anyone was hurt. The southbound lanes of Maple Avenue were closed for investigation. OPP have asked the public to avoid the area.
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Major road closed following serious crash
A major road is closed following a serious crash. Gloucestershire Police has said the A40 is closed at the Northleach roundabout, where it meets the A429 eastbound towards Burford, due to a crash in the early hours. Diversions are in place, with police telling motorists who are not driving heavy goods vehicles to head through Northleach instead. "The road will be closed for some time," a spokesperson added. Follow BBC Gloucestershire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Related internet links Gloucestershire Police
BBC News
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
A40 roundabout closed following serious crash
A major road is closed following a serious Police has said the A40 is closed at the Northleach roundabout, where it meets the A429 eastbound towards Burford, due to a crash in the early are in place, with police telling motorists who are not driving heavy goods vehicles to head through Northleach instead."The road will be closed for some time," a spokesperson added.
