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Nikkei Asia
9 hours ago
- Business
- Nikkei Asia
Louis Vuitton, Tiffany leave Japan's regional stores to US brand Coach
Retail Department stores look for new ways to bring luxury brands to shoppers Louis Vuitton shuttered its location in the Keisei Department Store in Mito, Ibaraki prefecture at the end of last year. (Photo by Naho Kondo) YURIKA YONEDA and MOE SAITO TOKYO -- Major overseas luxury brands are pulling their outlets from department stores in areas outside Japan's major urban centers, leaving store managers struggling to keep their customers happy. American luxury jewelry brand Tiffany closed its outlet on the first floor of the Keisei Department Store in the city of Mito last month. The move came after France's Louis Vuitton left the same store in December. The two had been the only directly operated outlets in Ibaraki prefecture, on the outskirts of the greater Tokyo metropolitan area. Their former locations remain covered in the department store.
The Irish Sun
15 hours ago
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Two asylum seekers caught making OnlyFans sex film in hotel paid for by YOU in shocking abuse of system
TWO asylum seekers were caught making an OnlyFans adult website sex film in their taxpayer-funded hotel. The Syrian man was found romping with a woman migrant on camera during a room inspection by astonished staff. 4 Two asylum seekers were caught making an OnlyFans adult website sex film in his taxpayer-funded hotel Credit: Zenpix 4 Security staff at the migrants hotel in Blackpool Credit: Dave Nelson 4 Chris Philp said: 'This is all being overseen by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper — using billions of Pounds of our hard-earned money' Credit: Getty A former manager said: 'The guy had a whole set-up, a camera on a tripod at the end of the bed, sex toys everywhere, it was pretty obvious what was happening. 'The couple were running an illegal porn business from the hotel. 'The man was naked with just a towel around him when he answered the door. She was wearing sexy lingerie, lying on the bed. 'There was a video camera set up on a tripod and the room was littered with sex toys and handcuffs. He told us he was filming it to put on OnlyFans.' The scandal was among a catalogue of abuses of the public-funded system discovered by the manager, who worked for contractors Serco until August last year. The romp happened at the 18th-century It is the only The man responsible for making the sex video, which took place in summer last year, was later moved to another site. It appeared to be his only punishment. Most read in The Sun OnlyFans producers can charge for others to view their content. Our revelations are likely to be disturbing for Home Secretary Riot police clash with suspected migrants in France The whistle-blower, who spoke out to highlight the widespread abuse of the asylum system, said: 'Many of these people are supposed to be coming here with no funds but in one case a family turned up with Louis Vuitton luggage. 'They had flown into the UK and claimed asylum at passport control. The luggage looked genuine.' At another Serco-managed hotel in the North West of England, managers discovered that an asylum seeker was putting videos on TikTok to his 40,000 followers boasting about the free board and lodging he was enjoying. The source said: 'Other migrants would complain about him because he'd film videos in the common areas to post on his TikTok channel. He had more than 40,000 followers and would boast how he was getting everything for free.' He revealed that at another location a migrant was caught trying to sell a stolen hotel vacuum cleaner at a local shop. And he said others regularly sneak out to work illegally in kebab shops, barbers, car washes and for 'Wealthy' migrants He also said staff employed by He said: 'We'd carry out room inspections and look for things like iPhones and laptops. We also had problems with migrants selling stuff they'd been given at the hotel. Many would find ways to abuse the system. 'Some would hoard the free food, toiletries and baby formula and sell it on the street. In another case a woman complained someone had stolen £5,000 in cash she had hidden in her room. She shouldn't have had it in the first place.' A Home Office spokesman said: 'These are dreadful allegations which we are urgently investigating. 'While most people comply with the rules, our contractors must maintain order and immediately report any issues. Cases of illegal working, including online, antisocial behaviour, or safeguarding breaches can lead to support being cut.' The ex-manager oversaw five hotels in the North West housing a total of 1,769 migrants recently arrived in Britain. These are dreadful allegations which we are urgently investigating. While most people comply with the rules, our contractors must maintain order and immediately report any issues Home Office spokesman He stressed that many were 'well behaved and genuinely in need of refuge' but said 'a signifiant minority' abused the system. 'I came into the job with an open mind, full of positivity, I wanted to help families and children who had fled bad situations in their country,' he explained. 'I'm not racist. I believe people have a right to claim asylum in the UK, especially if they are fleeing something horrible, and as a country, it's right and proper that we try to help. 4 Sadly, many of the migrants I dealt with were flouting the system put in place to help those in genuine need, said an ex-Serco manager Credit: Getty - Contributor 'But sadly, many of the migrants I dealt with were flouting the system put in place to help those in genuine need. Their behaviour made the situation worse for those in real need. 'Towards the end of my time, it was impossible not to feel like we're being taken for a ride.' He claims asylum seekers would regularly call 999 for minor, non-emergency medical conditions such as colds or chest pains, simply because they knew it was free. I'm not racist. I believe people have a right to claim asylum in the UK, especially if they are fleeing something horrible, and as a country, it's right and proper that we try to help Sun source The source added 'service users' are given three meals a day, free toiletries are dished out at a hotel shop, including aftershave and moisturiser, and they get all their clothes washed, ironed and folded by a laundry service. Migrants with mobility problems can take free taxis to NHS appointments, but the manager said many would abuse the system by using cabs for personal transport. He said all migrants are given £9 a week spending money on a prepaid credit card, free gym passes and they enjoy football and basketball sessions and other activities. But despite having everything laid on for them, he claims many would find ways to take advantage. He said: 'Each nationality would have a sort of leader, and they would basically teach everyone how to game the system.' He added: 'Asylum seekers are not allowed to work while their claim is being processed, but it's difficult to police. 'You'd see the Deliveroo bikes leaving in the morning. Some of the young lads would work at a car wash for eight hours and earn £5-an-hour or £40 a day.' He claimed that some migrants are fully aware they will not win their He said: 'They get to stay here for free for 12-18 months while their claim is processed and then they get to claim £3,000 from the Government to be removed, and the taxpayer foots the bill.' One man arrived with two wives and six kids. They were removed from a hotel because it was unsuitable and put into different In the UK, asylum seekers who voluntarily return to their home country can receive financial and logistical assistance from the Home Office, including up to £3,000 and help with travel costs. Towards the end of my time, it was impossible not to feel like we're being taken for a ride Sun source The manager said he and other Serco staff felt powerless to deal with the bad behaviour. 'We were instructed to monitor, observe and report, that's it,' he added. 'Any action had to be authorised by the Home Office or Migrant Help, but not much was ever done. 'Often the migrants would receive warning letters, but they just carried on as normal.' The manager says three of the hotels he oversaw were for migrant families, while the other two were for single males. In May, a Government report said three firms who turned their hotels into migrant hubs — Serco told The Sun on Sunday in a statement: 'Serco is contracted to provide safe and appropriate accommodation for asylum seekers and to report any signs of work or wealth to the Home Office. 'We always report any signs identified, allowing the Home Office to take appropriate action. 'The rules on benefits, healthcare and the right to leave asylum accommodation are set by Government and are not part of Serco's contract with the Home Office.' The Metropole was once run by Butlin's and its housing of migrants has caused concern among local politicians and residents. Read more on the Irish Sun Shadow Home Secretary 'This is all being overseen by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper — using billions of Pounds of our hard-earned money.'
News18
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Avneet Kaur Nails The Monotone Trend In Head-To-Toe Brown On The Streets Of London
Last Updated: Avneet Kaur shared pictures of her OOTD from her recent outing in London. The actor was dressed head to toe in a brown ensemble. Avneet Kaur is truly a diva in the making. From sharing snippets of her fitness regime to serving fashion goals with every outing, the actor does it all with panache. Avneet recently took to her social media to share her OOTD from London. Engulfed in the warm London sun, the actor made a case for effortless style served with a dash of confidence in an all-brown look. Taking to her Instagram, Avneet Kaur shared a series of pictures from her London outing. Sharing the pictures, she wrote, 'London weather and old Bollywood songs." The pictures showed Avneet posing on the streets of London and commanding every frame with confidence. The pictures have gone viral on social media, and her fans cannot get enough of her all-brown look. Avneet Kaur's London OOTD For a sunny day out in London, Avneet was dressed in a brown woollen poncho. She paired the poncho sweater over a brown shirt. Adding a dash of comfort, she added a pair of matching brown shorts to her look. The comfortable silhouette of the poncho sweater, when paired with the stylish shorts, made for a perfect blend of style and comfort. Avneet elevated her basic look with a pair of heeled Louis Vuitton boots. She also carried a Louis Vuitton bag that was adorned with a silk scarf. She added a gold necklace that came with a gold heart-shaped pendant and a stack of gold rings. For the glam, Avneet went with a flawlessly radiant base. She let her skin breathe and do all the talking. She added a hint of coral blush to her cheeks for that youthful glow. She defined her eyebrows and added definition to her eyes with mascara. She left her hair open and styled it in relaxed, tousled waves for that effortless look. Earlier this month, Avneet brought her signature blend of elegance and charm to Wimbledon 2025, turning heads with her appearance at the prestigious Parkside Suite at No.1 Court. Dressed in a chic white dress paired with metallic heels and a delicate floral scarf, the actress-influencer posed effortlessly against the iconic Wimbledon floral backdrop. Radiating poise and sophistication, Avneet looked every bit the style star, serving a look that was both graceful and unforgettable. view comments Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: July 19, 2025, 17:01 IST News lifestyle Avneet Kaur Nails The Monotone Trend In Head-To-Toe Brown On The Streets Of London Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
RTHK
21 hours ago
- Business
- RTHK
Data of 419,000 Louis Vuitton customers in HK leaked
Data of 419,000 Louis Vuitton customers in HK leaked The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data said it was only notified of the incident, which took place in June, on Thursday. File photo: RTHK The data of around 420,000 Hong Kong customers of Louis Vuitton were leaked from a breach, the city's privacy watchdog confirmed on Saturday. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) said while the data breach took place in June, it was only notified on Thursday, more than two weeks after the French luxury fashion house's SAR office was made aware of the incident. "An investigation has been launched against LVHK (Louis Vuitton Hong Kong) in accordance with established procedures, including whether there was delayed reporting of the incident," the PCPD said in a statement. No complaints or enquiries were received so far, it added. The office said the data leaked included customers' names, passport numbers, dates of birth, addresses, email addresses phone numbers, transaction records and product preferences. The breach was first detected by Louis Vuitton's global headquarters on June 13. LVHK was then notified of the incident on July 2. The PCPD urged companies to report data breaches as soon as possible, so remedial measures can be taken to minimise the damage to affected parties.
South China Morning Post
a day ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Louis Vuitton Hong Kong faces probe for data breach affecting 419,000 customers
The privacy watchdog has launched an investigation after Louis Vuitton Hong Kong suffered a data breach that compromised the personal information of about 419,000 customers in the city. Advertisement The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data said on Saturday that Louis Vuitton Hong Kong had notified them of the breach on Thursday. According to the company, its French head office initially detected suspicious activity within its computer system on June 13. It was later confirmed on July 2 that the incident had impacted the city's customers, with Louis Vuitton Hong Kong becoming aware on the same day, the watchdog said. It added that preliminary findings indicated that the breach exposed a range of personal data belonging to about 419,000 Hong Kong customers. This included names, passport numbers, dates of birth, addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, shopping history and product preferences. 'The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data has launched an investigation into Louis Vuitton Hong Kong in accordance with established procedures, including whether the incident involved delayed notification. No related complaints or inquiries have been received so far,' it said. Advertisement In reply to the Post's inquiries, Louis Vuitton Hong Kong said it recently discovered an unauthorised party accessed some of the data it held for clients, and immediately took steps to investigate and contain the incident with the support of cybersecurity experts. 'While our investigation is ongoing, we can confirm that no payment information was contained in the database accessed,' it said.
