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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Helma marks 40 years in business and 5-year Hitachi partnership
Helma SA is celebrating two significant milestones in 2025: its 40th anniversary and five years as the official dealer for Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME) in Greece. According to a company press release, since joining the HCME dealer network in 2020, Helma has played 'a vital part' in increasing the visibility of the Hitachi brand in Greece. The company has also contributed to the growth of the Hitachi Premium Rental programme in the country, most recently supplying ten ZX350-7 medium excavators on a rental contract. Describing the Greek market's response to the brand, Helma CEO Iris Tsouma said, 'I truly believe we've succeeded in making Hitachi products not just known, but genuinely loved by the Greek market.' Headquartered in central Athens with a service and after-sales department in Magoula, Attica, Helma employs 42 staff and serves a wide customer base — from large contractors to independent machine owners — primarily in road construction, quarrying, general construction, earthmoving and recycling. The company was founded in 1985 by Iris Tsouma's father, Dimitris Tsoumas, who had a background in the used equipment sector. Iris joined the company in 2019 after completing her studies, noting in the release that she "always knew" she would follow in her father's footsteps. HCME President and CEO Francesco Quaranta offered congratulations, saying, 'We appreciate Helma's commitment to quality and the dedication it has shown in providing excellent after-sales service to our customers.' Looking ahead, Helma is preparing for expansion. 'We are creating a dedicated Hitachi showroom for stock machines, renovating our existing facilities, and growing the Helma family,' Tsouma said. "Helma marks 40 years in business and 5-year Hitachi partnership" was originally created and published by Leasing Life, 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.
DW
11-07-2025
- Health
- DW
Loneliness: Why it Hurts More Than You Think – DW – 07/11/2025
Loneliness changes how we think, feel, and even how we heal. In Good Shape explores how isolation harms us, and what helps us reconnect. How the Covid-19 pandemic deepened our loneliness Loneliness is rising — especially among the young. What lockdowns did to friendships, families, and our need for real human connection. Loneliness hurts — and it's hardwired in our brains For millennia, we lived in groups to survive. Our brains still crave connection — and when it's missing, loneliness can hurt like physical pain. Why men's depression often goes unnoticed Anger, risk-taking, silence: men's depression can look different. Gender-sensitive therapy is helping men open up — and heal. How a student picnic is fighting social isolation New city, new start — and sometimes, no friends. These students launched a women-only picnic to help others feel seen, supported, and less alone. Can a nasal spray help us connect? Researchers tested an oxytocin spray to ease social barriers. The bonding hormone showed promise in helping people feel more connected. Dancing – the best remedy against loneliness Helma lost her dance partner and husband — but with Agilando, she found a way to stay active, connected, and joyful in older age. DW English SAT 12.07.2025 – 09:30 UTC SUN 13.07.2025 – 00:30 UTC MON 14.07.2025 – 02:30 UTC TUE 15.07.2025 – 11:30 UTC WED 16.07.2025 – 06:30 UTC WED 16.07.2025 – 19:30 UTC THU 17.07.2025 – 15:30 UTC Lagos UTC +1 | Cape Town UTC +2 | Nairobi UTC +3 Delhi UTC +5,5 | Bangkok UTC +7 | Hong Kong UTC +8 London UTC +1 | Berlin UTC +2 | Moscow UTC +3 San Francisco UTC -7 | Edmonton UTC -6 | New York UTC -4
Ya Biladi
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Ya Biladi
Jazzablanca 2025 : Emel, a voice of art, activism, and humanity
Can one embrace transformation with intention and depth, while remaining true to oneself? For Emel Mathlouthi, the answer has always been yes, a truth she's carried since the days of her albums Helma, Kelmti Horra, and Ensenity. Through reflections on freedom, the condition of women, and both personal and collective struggles, the Tunisian artist has carved out a unique artistic path, one that defies convention. That journey now continues with MRA, her fourth album released in 2024, which she presented live for the first time in Morocco at the 18th edition of the Jazzablanca Festival (July 3–12, 2025). Performing on Stage 21, Emel delivered a powerful and visually striking show, returning to the stage as a committed, contemporary diva. Draped in a Palestinian flag, she made a bold statement against the ongoing genocide in Gaza. Her performance reflected the same inclusive, emancipatory spirit that defines both her life philosophy and her creative work. Now based in the United States, the Tunisian singer, songwriter, and composer invited the Casablanca audience into an artistic universe rooted in deep humanism. Surrounded by ethereal soundscapes, hip-hop rhythms, and indie-pop textures, Emel's musical journey unfolded into a memorable concert, charged with the raw generosity that defines her eclectic approach. As a mother, woman, and artist, she continues to explore freedom in all its forms, and MRA is the result of that evolution: a mature work shaped over three years, created with an all-female team of 30 women from 22 countries. Showcasing Female Talent Beyond the Mainstream MRA serves as a liberating manifesto, a call for reinvention and a refusal to fall into self-caricature. At its core, it's a stance against the limited roles often assigned to women in the music industry. Emel's approach champions the idea that women can, and must, take creative control beyond being muses or symbols. In the current context, this call for liberation resonates universally, especially in solidarity with Palestine, a message woven into her Jazzablanca performance. Speaking with Yabiladi shortly before her show, Emel shared: «I find that as women musicians and artists, we don't do enough to support each other. We need to create opportunities and open doors for one another. That really hit me while working on this album». She clarified that this isn't a rejection of men, but a push for balance and honesty: «I value all my collaborators. We're not against men, but there's an imbalance that needs correcting». «It would be hypocritical to sell an image of freedom on stage if I were the only woman behind it. Early in my career, I used to be proud to be the only woman in my band. But that's the patriarchal world we live in. We grow up in it. If we're going to call ourselves thinkers, we have to live up to that title». Emel wanted MRA to challenge clichés and preconceived notions, especially about women in technical or creative leadership roles: «We still get uncomfortable with the idea of a woman being a sound engineer, a producer, or the one behind the mixing desk. Through this album, I wanted to break that». For her, elevating women doesn't mean excluding men, it's about creating space for more voices, and more kinds of collaboration. Independent Music to Combat «Intellectual Impoverishment» This deep artistic process naturally led Emel to embrace a wide range of musical styles and influences, a diversity she considers essential: «I've always been afraid of intellectual impoverishment. I'm not chasing complexity for its own sake, but I never want to create something trivial. That's not what I do, or ever wanted to do». «I don't like repeating myself. As artists, and as human beings, we have a duty to push boundaries and offer new possibilities to music and to listeners». Emel Mathlouthi clearly refuses to be boxed in. Convinced that freedom is never fully achieved, she uses all the facets of her identity to keep pushing the boundaries of her music. With MRA, she brings that vision to life, uniting female artists from around the world in an independent, deeply intentional project. It's a testament to the idea that diversity, change, and artistic integrity are built not on slogans, but through action.
