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LeMonde
14-07-2025
- General
- LeMonde
Bastille Day in 1945: Versailles, the city of the Sun King, swept up in republican jubilation
Madeleine Leguedey would never forget that wild farandole dance in front of the main gates of the Château de Versailles. The weather was beautiful that morning of Saturday, July 14, 1945. With her friends Yves, Bernard, Gilberte, Denise and Alain, the teenager spun and zigzagged until she was out of breath. Picking up the pace, the boys led the girls, whose flared dresses twirled with even more abandon. How they laughed! "Oh yes, that's right, we laughed all the time. I remember that wonderful day so well. Our little group would have fun over nothing at all. We felt so free, you know?" Their joy was understandable. That July 14 was the first since the Nazi surrender was signed on May 8, 1945; the war was finally over in Europe. Using every superlative, the press in 1945 referred to it as either "le 14-Juillet de la paix" (Bastille Day of peace), "le 14-Juillet de la victoire" (Bastille Day of victory), or, in a more patriotic tone, "le 14-Juillet de France" (Bastille Day of France).
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ex-LOONA Yves to go on tour in August; stops in Asia and Australia—deets inside!
Yves, who was formerly a member of the popular K-pop group LOONA, is set to embark on a new milestone in her solo career. Starting next month, the idol will be going on a tour across Asia and Australia. Ex-LOONA member Yves to go on solo tour next month As per the idol's official website, her next upcoming tour, 'Cosmic Crispy,' is all set to take place from next month! The star will be on tour and will perform at all kinds of venues across different regions in Asia as well as Australia to interact with fans and share her music. The first show will take place on August 17 in Osaka, and the idol will be going on tour across nine different stops: Osaka, Tokyo, Taipei, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Manila, Bangkok, and Seoul. More about Yves and her career as a solo artist The idol had previously been on another tour earlier this year. While touring Europe and the States for her tour 'Apple Cinnamon Crunch,' Yves had sat down for an interview with Billboard about how things have been so far for her. While talking about her solo career and ongoing growth, the idol shared that 'as my solo career is developing, I think I was able to explore more and show more of myself. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo I feel like I can express a lot of things now that I couldn't.' Yves is known to perform covers of popular songs from artists like Avril Lavigne and Madison Beer and songs from her two mini EPs, 'Loop' and 'I Did.' About LOONA In 2017, Yves debuted as the 9th member of the girl group LOONA. The group's company started revealing members one at a time in 2016, and the group officially debuted in 2018 with members HeeJin, HyunJin, HaSeul, YeoJin, ViVi, Kim Lip, JinSoul, Choerry, Yves, Chuu, Go Won, and HyeJu.
Local France
03-06-2025
- Business
- Local France
Delays, chaos and no contact - Is this the worst préfecture in France?
For foreigners in France, the préfecture looms large - as it is the place that processes those crucial documents that allow you to be legally resident in France and might, one day, approve your application to become French. It's also the place that can cause the most stress for foreigners if those crucial applications for a new or renewed carte de séjour, or a citizenship application, are delayed or messed up. To add to the frustration is the fact that waiting times vary hugely between different préfectures. Foreigners in France have been sharing their frustrations with one particular préfecture - Hérault which covers the southern city of Montpellier and the surrounding area - with local paper Midi Libre . Advertisement They cite long delays during which existing residency permits expire, applications refused on technicalities and the impossibility of getting in touch with préfecture staff. Cases cited included that of Yves, 61, whose residency card expired while he was waiting for the renewal and ended up being de-registered from France Travail, where he is registered as a jobseeker, and Ukrainian woman Ludmilla who was unable to travel to Germany for a family funeral because her card had expired while she was waiting for a renewal. Lawyer Julie Moulin told the paper: "It's totally dysfunctional, it seems that the préfecture can no longer process applications - they're totally saturated and the administrative court is drowning because so many people are filing appeals against the préfecture. "Sometimes the préfecture will give a récépissé for one, two or three months but then it's just radio silence." Thierry Lerch, who works for the refugee charity Cimade, added: "Even those of us who know the procedures never know which site to go to and the préfecture sometimes offers appointments after the permit has expired. What worries me is the renewal of 10-year permits for the elderly." In response, Hérault préfecture said it was in a "transition phase" as residency paperwork is moved onto the new ANEF website. It told Midi Libre that the changeover "leads to an increase in the services' workload, but is a necessary medium-term reform". Although both users and rights organisations have flagged serious problems and glitches with the ANEF site , in truth problems at préfectures, especially long delays, are nothing new. Data previously reported in The Local, comparing the waiting times between préfectures for getting or renewing a carte de séjour, and for applying for citizenship. Although not all préfectures make their data available, Hérault had one of the longest waiting times with self-reported waits of between seven and eight months for a request for the first carte de séjour.. The average was 7 months for the fourth quarter of 2023, and then 7.5 months for the first quarter of 2024, 8 months for the second quarter and 8 months for the third quarter. Advertisement For a card renewal the préfecture reported an average wait of between four and five months. The average was 4 months for the fourth quarter of 2023, and then 4.5 months for the first quarter of 2024, 5 months for the second, and 5 months for the third. REVEALED: The préfectures with the longest waiting times in France Préfectures including Alpes-Maritime (covering the city of Nice), Bouches du Rhône (covering Marseille) and Seine-Saint-Denis in the Paris suburbs also reported long wait times. Have you had dealings with Hérault or any other French préfecture? Please share your experiences in the comment section below - or fill in our short survey on préfecture waiting times
Chicago Tribune
26-04-2025
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Asking Eric: Soon to be ex-husband asking for alimony
Dear Eric: My oldest daughter is going through a rough divorce. Her soon to be ex-husband is asking for alimony, extra expenses and basically putting her through the ringer, because he thinks she owes it to him due to her infidelity. She met her new boyfriend when she was still married. This has put my grandchild in a difficult and confusing situation. He is 17 years old, and he loves both his parents. He feels he has to be loyal to his dad, because his dad says he is the victim. But he also acknowledges that he has never seen his mother so happy. They had a contentious marriage that made her quite anxious and unhappy. I want to help my grandson navigate through this challenging time. What kind of advice can I give him? – Worried Grandmother Dear Grandmother: I'm so glad your grandson has you to help him during this time. He needs a trusted adult nearby who can tell him things he really needs to hear. Things like: 'It's not right that you're being put in the middle of this contentious divorce' and 'I know it's hard to hear negative things about your parents and I'm sorry' and 'No matter what you do, you're not being disloyal to either parent. They have a responsibility to show up for you and make sure you know you're loved unconditionally. They might fail at that – they're human – but when they do, remember that this isn't something that you caused.' Most of all, remind him that he doesn't have to pick a side. Divorce is hard and your son is seeing new sides of his parents and that's going to take some getting used to. Robert E. Emery writes in the book 'The Truth About Children and Divorce,' 'children whose parents put them first from the start have a tremendous advantage over those whose parents cannot separate their feelings about their failed marriage from their feelings about the co-parenting partnership that will last the rest of their lives.' That didn't happen here, but you can make sure your grandson knows that he's a priority for you. While the way he's being leveraged by his father is very inappropriate, it provides an opportunity for you to guide your grandson through an important part of growing up: seeing his parents as humans. Like all humans, they make mistakes sometimes, they give into their worst instincts, and they can fail the ones they're supposed to protect. This doesn't make them unworthy of love. Help your grandson to develop internal boundaries while you advocate on his behalf with the adults in his life. This will help him to have healthier relationships with his parents and with future partners. Dear Eric: I was in a relationship with my ex, Yves, for about five years. During that time, we were well-off and supported each other. Yves eventually ghosted me without explanation, though I can admit we weren't as close as we had been at the start of our relationship. Later, a friend, who is a close relative of Yves, mentioned that Yves was now dating someone named Tiffany. The situation took an unexpected turn a few months later when Tiffany called me asking for money. She said she needed help with rent because Yves refused to lend her any. Tiffany mentioned that she knew about Yves' wealthy ex-girlfriend and was seeking my assistance. When I told her this wasn't my concern, she argued that since we both dated Yves, we should be mutual friends. Yves is a great person, but should I trust Tiffany? – Confused Single Dear Single: Oh, how I wish I could put up a billboard in your town that reads 'For the love of all that is good, dear letter writer, please do not give Tiffany so much as the time of day.' Yves ghosted you after five years? Unacceptable. Cruel and immature. And then Yves told his new girlfriend to ask you for money? Where is he getting the gall? Is there a gall mine in your town? Tiffany's core assertion – you should be friends because you dated the same person – doesn't make any sense. And I wonder what Tiffany thinks you have in common besides Yves and, she hopes, the money. I think these people are trying to manipulate you. Don't let them. Dear Eric: Regarding the letter from 'Happy Family', who was looking for a 'snappy comeback' for relatives wondering why/when/if her daughter plans to be married, I suggest the comeback be 'why would you ask that?' putting a bit of a spotlight on the intrusiveness of the question. Regardless of the inquirer's response, a simple 'huh' or 'I see' ends the conversation. – Comeback Again
The Independent
02-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Best perfume deals to save money on your signature scent
A good perfume is the cherry on top of a chic outfit and glam makeup. Whether you're a vanilla girl or a sucker for a rose scent, a simple spritz of the pulse points can elevate your mood for the day or night ahead. Unfortunately, these fragrances can come at quite a cost, especially if you want the staying power of an eau de parfum. It can be hard to justify the financial outlay amid the rising costs of, well, just about everything. Thankfully, some of the most popular perfumes are on sale from time to time – and that's what I'm here for. As IndyBest's beauty writer, I'm constantly browsing the latest and greatest in makeup, skincare, and, you guessed it, fragrance. That means I'm on top of the best deals week in, week out, so you can secure those lucrative savings. Whether you want a spritz of Chanel or a waft of Lancôme, I'll update this guide with my top reductions every month. Read on for April's perfume picks, including Mugler, Marc Jacobs and more. The best perfume deals for April 2025 in the UK are Marc Jacobs daisy eau de toilette, 50ml: Was £62.50, now £39.49, I've tested all the Marc Jacobs Daisy scents, and this eau de toilette stood out for its incredible versatility. Whether day or night, summer or winter, this fragrance works for any occasion. The blend of fresh, zesty berries and soft florals like violet and jasmine gives it a clean, uplifting feel, while the subtle sandalwood base adds a touch of warmth. I was impressed by its lasting power, staying fresh for several hours. It's almost 40 per cent off, so it's a good time to grab it. Now 30 per cent off, Yves Saint Laurent's black opium extreme elevates the brand's original black opium fragrance with a deeper, bolder twist. Perfect for those who want a fragrance that truly stands out, it strikes a captivating balance between sweet, fruity notes of pear, mandarin, and cherry and the warm, comforting depth of black coffee, vanilla, and patchouli. The addition of orange blossom and jasmine in the heart brings a floral elegance, adding a sophisticated contrast to the rich base. Encased in a sleek, stylish bottle, this fragrance is ideal for evening wear or special occasions, offering an unforgettable, luxurious scent. Gucci bamboo is a captivating and elegant fragrance. The rich sandalwood and grey amber bring maturity, while the sweet touch of Tahitian vanilla creates a smooth, comforting feel. Floral notes of Casablanca lily, orange blossom, and ylang-ylang round off the scent with a hint of femininity for a lasting impression. Chloé atelier des fleurs iris eau de parfum, 150ml: Was £245, now £147, Chloé's atelier des fleurs iris is a fragrance that effortlessly combines freshness with warmth, offering a scent that's both vibrant and comforting. Its natural composition makes it a truly indulgent experience, with no artificial colourings or filters. The blend of bright bergamot, blackcurrant, and floral notes of iris and rose is complemented by a grounding base of sandalwood and musk, creating a captivating, long-lasting scent. Whether you're looking to elevate your everyday or make a statement on special occasions, this fragrance is an enviable choice – and with £98 off, it's an irresistible offer. Mugler alien goddess delivers a radiant scent that stands out among the same old boring floral notes. The fragrance opens with coconut water and bergamot, immediately creating a refreshing first impression. The heart reveals floral notes of jasmine and heliotrope, adding a touch of elegance. As it settles, the warm richness of bourbon vanilla and cashmeran forms the base, giving the fragrance a deep, sensual finish. Alien goddess is just the ticket for those seeking a memorable, luminous scent. Our team covers everything from the Black Friday sales to Amazon's Prime Day reductions by monitoring the day-to-day price of our favourite tested products, including the most popular perfumes. That means that the team and I know which discounts are actually worth your while, as well as the ones that are falsely inflated. When it comes to the perfumes I recommend, our team have either tested them or accrued a good level of trust with the brand from reviewing other products – so you can rest assured we're only providing you with the very best suggestions.
