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CNN
3 days ago
- Politics
- CNN
On GPS: The clock is ticking on Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has just 37 days to meet President Trump's deadline for a deal to end the Ukraine war. But Moscow appears unfazed, as its forces continue to pummel Kyiv. Fareed discusses the situation with Alina Polyakova, president of the Center for European Policy Analysis.
Times
5 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Times
How we gave a chintz-filled Kent villa an arty makeover
Quitting the city buzz for a simple life by the sea seems to go one of two ways: deep regret or coastal convert. Ben Cotton, the founder and director of east London gallery Hang-Up, and his partner, Danielle Reddi, a doctor, decided to ease themselves gently into life in Walmer, a peaceful little seaside town next to Deal in Kent. While they were still living in a Victorian terrace in Stoke Newington, north London, they bought a holiday flat down here. 'Walmer is going through an interesting time with lots of creative people moving to the area,' Cotton says. The family — the couple have two sons aged ten and eight — were staying here when Covid struck. 'We had the luxury of sea views, big skies and a sense of space. Back in London, we always went to the same park, but here we had so many different places for our daily walks,' Reddi says. 'When we eventually went back to London, we had a moment of clarity and decided to make a life down in Kent. We moved back into the flat and started house-hunting,' Cotton recalls. Having befriended a local estate agent, Cotton was able to view this place before it even came onto the market and they snapped it up. 'It's a beautiful house, right by the sea but with a totally private garden. We were very lucky,' Cotton says. The house is a large one — many of its neighbours have been divided into two homes — and is originally Georgian with Victorian additions. But when the couple first viewed it, the era that screamed out at them was the Eighties, with chintz curtains, patterned wallpaper and a kitchen divided between two tiny rooms. • Read more expert advice on property, interiors and home improvement It was the problem of the kitchen that saw them bring Studio Ulanowski on board. Straddling architecture and interior design, and with bases in both Kent and London, the practice felt like a good fit. Having come up with plans to create a new heart-of-the-home kitchen in the former dining room — think olive green cabinets, richly veined marble counters and Portland stone floors — architect Eryk Ulanowski's role spread to encompass the whole house. 'The brief was to hold on to as much of the original house as possible, but to make it feel more current. We wanted bold colours and playful elements. And it had to work as a family home, even as the boys grow up,' explains Reddi. The new boot room is perfect for kids trailing in from school or the beach, with nooks for each person's stuff. From there, the boys can move into the den/playroom next door, or take their own staircase — once the servants' back stairs — up to their colourful bedrooms and shared bathroom. 'At the moment, they love hanging out with us, but the house is prepared for when they become more independent,' says Reddi. As well as their own suite and a guest suite, the couple, who both work in London two days a week, have their own offices upstairs. Cotton often does yoga in the new gym, once the kitchen. Next to the couple's bedroom, another room shares the same balcony and sea view. Having toyed with making it a dressing room, the pair decided, with Ulanowski's guidance, on a far more fun alternative: a cocktail snug. 'In the summer, we use this for relaxing with the kids after dinner, but it's also a late-night hangout with friends,' Reddi says. Given that Cotton has his own gallery, it's no surprise that the house has been designed around his art collection, such as the Grayson Perry etching hanging over the kitchen hearth and the Kostas Papakostas over the snug's sofa. 'Some pieces are permanent and some will come and go. Hang-Up balances work by big names including Banksy, Andy Warhol, Basquiat, Tracey Emin and Bridget Riley, alongside helping younger artists to gain exposure.' Here at home, Cotton has curated a collection of artists with a local connection such as Studio Lenca (based at Emin's TKE Studios in Margate). With the art collection in mind, Ulanowski devised a palette of complex, nuanced colours, inspired by the local landscape, which flit between light and dark as you move from room to room. 'We always knew we wanted a change from art gallery white,' Cotton says. The house is also elevated by bespoke joinery throughout — with everything from the kitchen cabinets to the living room display shelves crafted by another former Londoner, Hazel Thomson of Harbour Joinery Workshop in Ramsgate. 'Hazel's designs helped to make the whole house feel cohesive and considered,' Cotton says. The pair admit that it took them a while to feel settled here but now have'an amazing network of friends, mainly through the kids' school', Cotton says. For both of them, coastal living has been a huge part of the appeal. Reddi loves to soak in the bath or sit in bed with a cup of tea, drinking in the sea views. She sometimes joins Cotton's morning swim group on warmer days, although he swims all year round. 'It's a fantastic way to start the day and even if it's tough getting in, you never regret doing it. Living by the sea has made us feel more healthy and closer to nature.'
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Get Ready to Celebrate! National Whataburger Day Returns With 75-cent Burgers on Aug. 8, Marking 75 Years of Serving Up Goodness 24/7
Anniversary Festivities Kick Off with Under-a-Dollar Deal from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Local Time, Collectible Cups and a Hometown Birthday Bash – A Tribute to the Fans Who Shaped Our Story SAN ANTONIO, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mark your calendars and bring your appetite – National Whataburger Day is back on Aug. 8, and this year's celebration is bigger, better and beefier than ever. Seventy five years after serving our first burger from a stand in Corpus Christi, we're honoring the fans who made it possible with exclusive drops, in-person fanfare and a can't-miss deal: a classic #1 Whataburger for just 75 cents. From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time, Whataburger Rewards members can score this digital-only offer online and through the Whataburger App. The deal is limited to one redemption per Rewards account, with customizations and add-ons available for an additional charge. We're also serving the second collection of limited-edition Whataburger Commemorative Cups - continuing the 75th anniversary celebration with new designs. Following the first collection that concludes on July 31, the new 32-ounce cups will debut on Aug. 5 with a 75th table tent- inspired design, followed by a silver-striped anniversary cup (Aug. 12) and a classic A-frame tribute cup (Aug. 19). Perfect for pairing with a Whatameal or saving as a sippable souvenir, these cups are only available for a limited time – in select restaurants and online at – with more collections coming this fall and winter. And of course, it's not Whataburger's birthday without a celebration where it all began. Hometown fans in Corpus Christi are invited to join the festivities at Whataburger Field (734 E. Port Ave) on Aug. 8 for a spirited "Orange Out" night. Fans are encouraged to break out their best orange gear and cheer on the Corpus Christi Hooks, who will be suiting up as the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuits, as they take on the Tulsa Drillers at 7:05 p.m. in Whataburger's 75th Anniversary Celebration game. The night will feature special Whataburger guests throwing out the first pitch, and giveaways worthy of a birthday bash: the first 1,500 fans through the gates will receive a limited-edition Whataguy mask, and the first 5,000 will score a signature Whataguy cape. The celebration ends with a dazzling orange fireworks show and a sweet sendoff, every guest will receive a coupon for a free Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit on their way out. "Whataburger's story has always been one about people - the fans who've made us part of their everyday moments, the Family Members who serve every meal with care and pride, and the communities that have welcomed us like family for 75 years," said Whataburger President and CEO Debbie Stroud. "As we celebrate this milestone, we're not just marking time - we're honoring the memories, the traditions, and the quality experiences that keep folks coming back. This anniversary is our way of saying thank you. Thank you for your trust, your loyalty, and for letting us be part of your table." Since the start of the year, Whataburger has celebrated its 75-year legacy by reviving fan-favorite menu items from the WhataVault, introducing new innovations – including our craft beverage line featuring the Prickly Pear Raspberry Whatafresher™ – and shared meaningful memories from longtime fans through an ongoing "75 Stories for 75 Years" campaign. So far, so good - and there's still more on the way. Learn more at and follow @Whataburger on social media. About Whataburger® Whataburger serves up Goodness 24/7 with a made-to-order, customizable menu of burgers and other favorites delivered just like you like it. Born in Texas and headquartered in San Antonio, we're celebrating 75 flavorful years of big bites, bold flavors, and even bigger fan love. We've grown to over 1,100 restaurants across 17 states, with original-recipe products now found in grocery aisles across the country. Our secret sauce (besides that Fancy Ketchup) is our Family Members—real people serving up real hospitality and meaningful connections in the communities we call home. We've landed on Fast Company's Brands that Matter list, USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, and Newsweek's America's Best of the Best. To learn more, shop the Whatastore, or find your nearest location, visit – or download our app on iOS or Android. Hungry for more? Discover what keeps fans coming back by diving into real stories from Whataburger super fans at For media inquiries, please contact: Whataburger PR whataburger@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Whataburger
CNBC
7 days ago
- Business
- CNBC
10-year Treasury yield moves slightly higher ahead of Trump's Fed visit
Treasury yields edged slightly higher on Thursday, as investors continued to monitor the Trump administration's relations with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and the European Union. The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury was 1 basis point higher at 3 a.m. ET, at 4.4%. Yields on Treasurys across the curve all gained around 1 basis point. President Donald Trump has scheduled a visit to the Fed on Thursday — the first time in almost 20 years a U.S. president has paid an official visit to the central bank — as he continues to pile pressure on Powell. Trump has been vocal in his criticisms of the Fed chief, arguing that "he's done a bad job" and should have been cutting interest rates instead of holding them steady. The president has publicly put forward the idea of firing Powell, which has raised concerns among investors about the central bank's independence. Trump's visit comes the day after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said there was "nothing that tells me that [Powell] should step down right now," reassuring markets over the Fed chief's position. Elsewhere, attention is turned to trade negotiations between the U.S. and the EU. Optimism that a trade deal between the two was looming rose when Washington signed a "massive Deal" with Japan, and Trump subsequently told dinner guests "we have Europe coming in tomorrow, and the next day."
Saudi Gazette
23-07-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
Philippines goods to face 19% tariff, Trump says
WASHINGTON — The US will levy a 19% tax on imports from the Philippines, US President Donald Trump has announced after meeting with the country's president at the White House. Trump wrote on social media on Tuesday that the new tariff was part of a wider pact, in which the Philippines would remove duties on US goods and the two countries would cooperate militarily. "It was a beautiful visit, and we concluded our Trade Deal," he wrote on social media, offering no further details about the apparent agreement. The plan, which was not immediately confirmed by the Philippines, would leave the country facing a tax even higher than what Trump had threatened when he first announced sweeping global tariffs in April. BBC has contacted the Philippine Embassy in Washington DC for comment. Trump said his goal with instituting tariffs was to push countries to drop policies he saw as unfair to the US. His plans set off a flurry of trade talks with countries around the world. He has since announced a handful of deals, including with the UK, China and Indonesia. But the agreements so far have kept in place high tariffs, with key issues unresolved or unconfirmed by both parties. With Trump now threatening a new round of higher duties to go into effect 1 August, some of America's biggest and most important trade partners, including the European Union and Canada, remain in limbo. As hopes for a deal dim, officials in Europe are increasingly rallying around plans for potential retaliation. In Canada on Tuesday, Prime Minister Mark Carney said that "complex negotiations" were continuing but was noncommittal on the prospect of reaching a deal by Trump deadline next week. "We'll see," he told reporters after meeting with premiers in Ontario. "The Americans objectives are multiple, they change over time ... but what is clear is that the Canadian government will not accept a bad agreement. The objective is not to have an agreement at any cost." Trump's tariff plans sparked widespread financial turmoil when he announced them originally in April, putting forward a plan that would leave the US with its highest duties since the early 1900s. He subsequently suspended some of the plan's most aggressive measures, while leaving in place a universal 10% tariff on most goods and separately hitting certain items, such as cars, copper, steel and aluminium, with higher duties. But in recent weeks, as markets have calmed and the US economy held steady, Trump has returned to plans for higher duties, sending letters to countries outlining plans for new tariffs that he says will go into force on 1 August. In a letter to leaders in the Philippines this month, he had said he would charge a 20% tariff on the country's goods. That was up from 17% rate he had threatened in April. The Philippines is a relatively small trade partner with the US, sending about $14.2bn worth of goods to the America last year. That included car parts, electric machinery, textiles and coconut oil. Meanwhile for companies, the cost of the new tariffs is increasing. General Motors on Tuesday said tariffs had cost it more than $1bn over three months. That followed an earlier disclosure from rival Stellantis, maker of Jeep, which said the measures had cost it €300m (£259.6m, $349.2m). — BBC
