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Yahoo
an hour ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Report – Inter Milan Keen On Three Young Croatia Stars
Inter Milan are tracking three young Croatian players in the form of Sergej Levak, Duje Slatina, and Ivan Paunovic. This according to Italian outlet FCInterNews. Inter Milan have already signed one young Croatian international this summer, in the form of midfielder Petar Sucic. Advertisement However, the Nerazzurri may not be done there. At least according to FCInterNews. The Italian outlet report that there are three other young players from Croatia who are on Inter's radar. Inter Tracking Young Croatian Trio Levak, Slatina & Paunovic UDINE, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 18:Piero Ausilio of FC Internazionale during the Serie A match between Udinese Calcio and FC Internazionale at Dacia Arena on September 18, 2022 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by) Firstly, FCIN report, Inter are in signing Roma and Croatia youth team midfielder Sergej Levak. However, the Nerazzurri are not the only team keen on Levak. Atalanta also want to sign the Croat for their own Under-23 team. Moreover, FCIN note, Genoa and Parma are also tracking Levak. According to FCIN, Genoa and Parma could have the advantage in the race for Levak's signature. That is because of the fact that they can offer him regular senior football. Advertisement Then, FCIN report, Inter are also close to signing wingback Duje Slatina to their youth team. Bayer Leverkusen are also, but Inter have the advantage. Lastly, FCIN anticipate, Ivan Paunovic is likely to stay at Dinamo Zagreb in spite of Inter interest.
The Guardian
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Jeff in Venice: seven takeaways from the Bezos-Sánchez wedding
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sánchez held their wedding ceremony in Venice's Grand canal on Friday, the centrepiece of a three-day gala that drew dozens of stars but also protests by local activists. Here are seven takeaways. The couple kicked off celebrations with a foam party onboard their $500m (£364m) super yacht that is moored close to the Croatian island of Unije. Coinciding with Sánchez's son Evan Whitesell's 19th birthday, paparazzi photos showed the couple wearing swimwear and sunhats covered in frothy suds as they partied alongside Whitesell and his friends. As anyone who attended a foam party in the noughties can attest to, they are notorious for causing conjunctivitis, so the decision to hold one just days before their nuptials was somewhat surprising but maybe billionaire foam hits different. What do you get for the fourth richest person in the world? Apparently nothing. A portion of the official invitation obtained by ABC News stipulated an early request from the couple; 'please, no gifts'. Instead it stated that Bezos and Sánchez would be making donations 'with gratitude' on their guests' behalf to causes including the Venice International University and an organisation dedicated to restoring the city's lagoons. On social media, the biggest question users had was, who had designed the invite? Featuring doodle-like illustrations of butterflies, shooting stars, feathers and the Rialto Bridge some argued they had been generated by AI or, perhaps, bulk bought via Amazon. Alongside donations on their behalf, each guest will receive a goodie bag. While we wait for one of the Kardashian clan to do an official unboxing on YouTube so far it has been revealed that they feature sweet treats from the historic Venetian pastry shop Rosa Salva and vibrant coloured glassware from the Murano specialist Laguna B. First came the anti-capitalist public protests. Then it turned out one of Bezos and Sánchez's three chosen venues was in fact, covered by unsightly scaffolding. The next disaster to hit? A freak thunderstorm on Thursday night during a welcoming party at the Madonna dell'Orto cloisters. With heavy lightning and rain it reportedly leaving many guests soaked, forcing the event to end early. Perhaps Bezos and Sánchez's should have followed fashion week's lead and hired a rain shaman. The biggest hint that Sánchez will at some point wear a dress by Dolce & Gabbana stems from a photo of Domenico Dolce enjoying aperitivo hour at the Gritti Palace, a five-star hotel on Venice's Grand canal. Sánchez is a long-time fan of the Italian label but, saying that, she isn't particularly loyal to any brand, and it's thought that Anna Wintour – who is likely attending – is supportive of the idea. As she recently told Vogue after decades of dressing in tailoring during her TV presenting days, she is now focusing on 'having fun' with fashion. Plus, she has the budget to buy whatever she wants rather than rely on designers to approve her wearing a loan. Sánchez appeared to whizz off to the ceremony in an Audrey Hepburn cosplay in a headscarf and dark glasses. Getting lost in Venice is part of the charm. Not so if you have a staged paparazzi shot to get to. As anyone who's been in a city tour group will know, ensuring all parties are dressed in the same garb is the easiest way to stay with the party. Literal dressing, where you pay homage to the place, is one thing. The fetishisation of postwar Italian cultural icons such as Monica Vitti or Sophia Lauren in some archive Cavalli (Kendall and Kylie) or vintage Versace snakeskin (Kim) is another. Still, it's probably the simplest way to stay with the crowd while reminding people you're in Italy. In case anyone had forgotten. With the ceremony not taking place until Friday evening, many guests found themselves with time to kill. With a personal art collection valued at $127mn, it came as no surprise that Bill Gates and friend popped into the Accademia that houses The Pietà by Titian.
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Croatia Star ‘Revving Up The Engine' After False Starts At Inter Milan
Croatia Star 'Revving Up The Engine' After False Starts At Inter Milan Midfielder Petar Sucic has been 'revving up the engine' after a couple of early false starts with Inter Milan at the Club World Cup. This is the view in today's print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews. Advertisement The expectations have been high for Petar Sucic at Inter Milan. The 21-year-old midfielder only just joined the Nerazzurri from Dinamo Zagreb. And he has yet to really play at the level that he will at Inter. However, Sucic has impressed heavily in the last couple seasons for Dinamo. Moreover, the Croat has also looked up to the task in midfield for the national team. Petar Sucic 'Revving Up The Engine' For Inter Milan SALZBURG, AUSTRIA – OCTOBER 23: Petar Sucic of GNK Dinamo passes the ball whilst under pressure from Samson Baidoo of FC Salzburg during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between FC Salzburg and GNK Dinamo at Stadion Salzburg on October 23, 2024 in Salzburg, Austria. (Photo by) In his first appearance for Inter, Petar Sucic came off the bench in the team's Club World Cup group stage opener against Monterrey. In truth, that performance showcased little of the Croatian international's best qualities. Advertisement Sucic looked hesitant, offering little in possession and not providing much of a defensive presence. Then, there were improvements in the 21-year-old's second substitute appearance of the tournament, against Japanese side Urawa Red Diamonds. Then, Sucic's display against River Plate was his best yet. The Croat assisted Francesco Pio Esposito for the decisive second half goal. This capped off a display that saw Sucic really start to take risks with the ball.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Retail boycott gains momentum in southeast Europe
Retail consumers across Southeast and Eastern Europe have launched a wave of boycotts since late January 2025, protesting against surging retail prices. What began in Croatia has now spread to neighbouring countries, with demonstrators accusing major retailers of unfair pricing and coordinated price increases. In Croatia, the initial protests began with calls to avoid certain supermarkets suspected of inflating prices beyond inflation rates. Citizens used social media to organise and share information about which chains to avoid and what alternatives to consider. The movement rapidly gained support, particularly in urban centres where the cost of living has sharply increased over the past year. Neighbouring countries including Serbia, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and North Macedonia have since seen similar actions. While the scale and format of the protests vary, a common message links them: frustration over the rising cost of everyday essentials and a belief that retailers are driving prices up without justification. Many protestors claim that large supermarket chains are engaged in price-fixing—artificially keeping prices high despite changes in wholesale costs. Although no formal investigations have been launched in most countries, some consumer advocacy groups have begun collecting data to determine whether pricing practices violate competition laws. In Croatia, the movement intensified after several major brands increased the prices of staple items such as bread, milk and cooking oil, despite stabilising costs in the global supply chain. This has raised questions over transparency in pricing and whether market dominance is being used to the disadvantage of consumers. The protests have triggered widespread discussion about pricing regulation and the responsibility of retailers during economic instability. Some governments in the region have acknowledged the concerns and indicated that they are monitoring the situation. Consumer protection agencies are being urged to conduct audits and review pricing policies, while calls for more oversight have grown louder. Retailers have mostly refrained from responding in detail, though some industry representatives argue that operating costs and supply chain pressures remain high. Still, protestors say these explanations do not justify the extent of recent price hikes, particularly on essential goods. As economic pressures continue in the region, the retail boycott movement shows no signs of slowing. With digital platforms amplifying calls for action, consumers across Southeast Europe appear more determined than ever to challenge what they view as an unfair retail landscape. "Retail boycott gains momentum in southeast Europe" was originally created and published by Retail Insight Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Top Gear
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Watch the fastest accelerating car in the world do a MASSIVE burnout
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