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Make FLOTUS Great Again

Normalize Melania.




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After a brief retreat, politicians are again clamouring for the notwithstanding clause

When Ontario Premier Doug Ford was compelled to abandon his attempt to use the notwithstanding clause to end a labour dispute in 2022, it was possible to believe the tide had turned against the Charter’s escape clause. But the political temptation to override legal rights is apparently still strong.




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Insects Played Pivotal Roles in the Evolution of Human Culture

Violins, the ink on the Declaration of Independence and other ways that insects shaped human history




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Parliament votes in favour of amended motion on PSP's call for hawker reforms

Parliament voted in favour of an amended version of a motion put forth by Progress Singapore Party (PSP) Non-Constituency MPs Leong Mun Wai and Hazel Poa on Wednesday (Nov 13) after a debate that lasted five-and-a-half hours. This motion called for the Government to "review its policies relating to hawkers and the management of hawker centres to provide better support for hawkers to sustain and grow Singapore hawker culture, so that Singaporeans can continue to enjoy good and affordable hawker food". During his speech, Leong highlighted that high operational costs, harsh working conditions, and the expectation to provide cheap food are pressing issues faced by hawkers here. The PSP secretary-general then proposed that social enterprise hawker centres be phased out as contracts expire, replacing them with centralised management under a new government agency called Hawker Singapore. This new agency would oversee the management of all hawker centres in Singapore and the promotion of hawker culture domestically and internationally, working together with other relevant agencies, he added.




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D3 fell and got up

https://youtu.be/43e74d1Xg6k?si=3nQEGOZjXxNjanEC

Ну, d3... Ну, упал... Поднялся. И простое информационное сообщение @mudhoney однако же вызвало, хоть ленивое, но брожение говнов. И не стыдно, а? :)) Активные комментаторы d3, вы хоть на что–нибудь, кроме брожения говнов, способны? Я в этом сомневаюсь, и не без оснований...

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Владимир Высокий, чёрная кошка и Кевин Спейси в фильме "Место встречи изменить нельзя" (1979)

2 серия, 00:05

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Рубрика "Вопрос редакции"

Ирландия.

Гостелерадиокомпания RTE провела сегодня репортаж из городской ратуши с совещания по вопросам жилищного строительства.

В зале они усадили бездомную ирландскую мать рядом с мигранткой из Африки.

Ирландка платила за аренду квартиры €2 700 [283 000 руб] в мес. и оплачивала лечение своего больного сына. Потом, она потеряла работу и арендодатель выгнал её на улицу.
Негритянка иммигрировала в Ирландию 2 года назад.

Кому из них было предоставлено бесплатное жильё за счёт госбюджета?

Правильный ответ здесь (https://x.com/RTEUpfront/status/1856104200255479884).

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Рубрика "Страшно, очень страшно"

https://idiod.video/0atoxu.mp4

«Если бы у России не было ядерного оружия, мы бы уже были там и вышвырнули бы её оттуда» — председатель военного комитета НАТО

"Я абсолютно убежден" в этом, — заявил Роб Бауэр, ответив, почему альянс не вводит войска на Украину.

Ну собственно это секрет Полишинеля — если бы у нас не было ядерного оружия, США и НАТО давно бы напали на нас. Именно ядерный щит, который в свое время создали при Сталине и доводили при последующих руководителях, является главной защитой страны и народа от западных агрессоров, желающих еще раз разграбить нашу страну, как это было в 90х.

В общем, спасибо Сталину, Берия, Курчатову и всем–всем–всем, кто с 40х годов и до сегодняшнего дня, ковал и обновлял наш ядерный щит.

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Appeal filed beyond condonable period after writ proceedings disposal not maintainable

The Hon'ble Andhra Pradesh High Court, in the case of M/s Reddy Enterprises v. Appellate Authority & Additional Commissioner (ST), Vijayawada [Writ Petition No. 12355 of 2024 dated July 05, 2024] held that the appeal filed beyond condonable period after disposal of the writ petition in favour of the




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23 Uplifting Wholesome Memes of Cats Being Complete and Total Derps

Sigh, Wednesday. Somehow, both a day of celebration and not. We have made it through half of the week, but there is a whole half of the week left. And what a week it has already been. Every day, a new adventure. Every day, more and more drama. We need… a pick-me-up. Like- right meow. We need something pure and wholesome and uplifting, something with no drama and no craziness, something like… a whole bunch of pawsome cat memes

And if funny cat memes are what you need, then you know that we, here at ICHC, have you covered. Here, we will give you as many of those uplifting cat memes as your heart could possibly handle. If you leave this site without smiling at least once, we will give back our kitty committee card. It's time to take that break that you deserve right now and enjoy these memes. We wish you all a purrfect day!




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25 Zany Feline Funnies for Hardworking Hoomans Who’re Starting to Lose the Plot

Well we have made it to the middle of the week, but that does not mean that we have done so with any semblance of sanity left. After many mindless meetings, plenty of pointless PowerPoints and what feels like billions of beat downs from your boss, there is no rational hooman who would not be fraying at the edges. And while the temptation might be to try and claw your way out of the deepening madness like a cat trying to desperately climb out of a wet bathtub, we believe it is time to lean in and embrace the madness. Which is why we made this list of zany feline funnies for hardworking hoomans who are starting to (or have completely) lose the plot.

From the derpy cat who has a penchant for staring at ice cubes in order to study thermodynamics, to the clawminal kitten who has very quickly caught on to the power of pizza, to the antithesis of Tom and Jerry in the form of the orange cat and his chipmunk best friend.




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'You didn't sign up to be a hotel': Free-spirit couple with 5 and 7-year-old kids sells their home to take "extended vacation," begs brother for help

If you suddenly showed up at your sibling's home and asked to live with them for 10 months, it would make things awkward, that's for certain. You can't just ask someone to live with them for that long without having a big discussion about what it would mean for you both. And this woman isn't just asking her brother to stay there alone… she wants to bring her entire family, including her two young children. 

While we always want to be there for the family members we adore, living with someone is a whole other ball game. This guy has his own home that he's spent a decade paying off. Now suddenly, his younger sister is begging to move in with him because of her own ill-fated adventures. She was living the dream: she sold her family's home in order to travel full-time. While many of us dream of doing things like that, there's a reason most people can't. It's just too expensive to maintain. The sister found this out within just two months of her perma-vacation… but should her brother really be expected to house his sister just because she intentionally chose to give up her house? Check out the full story below and see if you agree with commenters telling this guy to avoid housing her and possibly even cut her off. 

Up next, read about the drama that one stage mom started when she decided to divorce her long-distance husband over email, while also CC'ing his entire family, friend group, and workplace.




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'I'm not allowed to talk about turtles anymore': 20+ Employees who had HR step in for the silliest reasons

Doing human resources work isn't always serious. Sometimes, it can be very funny, as the people of the internet will tell you!  

Though they're sometimes known as the company boogeyman, the human resources department is sometimes needed to step in and sort out employee relations. They have a broad range of job duties, from managing an office to hiring and firing to mediating employee disputes. This can result in some awkwardness at times. As these HR professionals can tell you, it can be very awkward to try and figure out which employee is the one stinking up the office with their BO or talking to an employee about wearing appropriate office attire. 

Still, these HR professionals managed to make the best out of their situations. U/sgy0003 asked people to share the "most ridiculous/hilarious complaints you ever received," and more than 2,700 people replied with their funniest tales. One person had to deal with an executive assistant who claimed her high heels prevented her from walking to the copier. Another got in trouble for their drawing of a stingray! You can check out all of these very silly tales down below. 

Up next, read about what happened when this 15-year-old called out her Grandmother for constantly missing her school concerts, leaving the whole family reeling. 




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16-year-old abandoned on birthday weekend to study for school while parents take 13-year-old brother on vacation: 'It wasn't right of her parents to exclude her'

Focusing on your kids' schooling and future is important, but it's easy to lose sight of the little things and moments along the way that are also important. Failing to nurture their unique skills and interests may cost them the chance to do something that they feel is fulfilling and rewarding and what they deem to be the success of their own lives. Also, pushing them too hard to be successful may be counterproductive and drive them into burnout, which takes years to recover from. Plus, we've spent the last 20 years pushing our kids into STEM degrees with a singular focus on success, and now some fields are so oversaturated it's impossible for new graduates to get jobs in the fields they have studied anyway without the proper networking and connections.

Besides, there's nothing like accidentally giving your kid a traumatic memory on their birthday that they're going to remember for the rest of their life. And this uncle drew the ire of his sister and brother-in-law when he pointed out to his 16-year-old niece that he didn't agree at all with her parent's decision to abandon her on her birthday.












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Brady issues warning over football regulator plans

The government's proposed new football regulator would create a "closed shop" of top sides, West Ham United vice chair Karren Brady warns peers as the Football Governance Bill is debated in Parliament.




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Activist takes own life in protest at Iranian regime

Kianoosh Sanjari was an outspoken critic of Iran's leaders and had demanded the release of political prisoners.




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Suspended referee Coote facing fresh allegations

Referees' body PGMOL says it is taking new allegations around Premier League official David Coote "very seriously".




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John Lewis, Tesco, Amazon go for tear-jerkers, as others find Christmas fun

Set to Richard Ashcroft's Sonnet, this year's John Lewis TV advert is a "tear-jerker", experts say.




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Pharmacies vote to cut opening hours in funding protest

Pharmacists in England, Wales and Northern Ireland to reduce opening hours and stop home deliveries.




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Don't Lose Sleep Over the End of Daylight Saving: Tips for a Smooth Adjustment

Highlights: Maintaining your usual sleep schedule, even during daylight saving shifts, helps keep your circadia




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Dubai hotel occupancy jumped during Diwali

Diwali celebrations helped Dubai’s hotel industry post its highest October occupancy level since 2012, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.




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Valor Hospitality Partners And Campbell Gray Hotels Announce Strategic Initiative In The Middle East

Valor Hospitality Partners, a leading full-service global hospitality management company is launching a strategic partnership with Campbell Gray Hotels & Resorts. This collaboration marks a key milestone for both companies, focused on elevating Valor Hospitality’s management portfolio of luxury properties across the Middle East. The partnership aims to enhance operational efficiency, improve guest experiences and drive commercial success for Valor properties alongside Campbell Gray.




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Lopesan Hotel Group and Stoneweg Hospitality join forces to acquire Hotel Miguel Angel in Madrid

Lopesan Hotel Group, the leading hotel company from the Canary Islands, in partnership with the investment firm Stoneweg Hospitality, has acquired the Hotel Miguel Angel, previously owned by General Mediterranean Holding S.A SPF, an iconic luxury hotel in the heart of Madrid’s Paseo de la Castellana.




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KE Hotels Expands UK Portfolio With Management of Three Hampton by Hilton Hotels

KE Hotels is pleased to announce the expansion of its UK portfolio with the addition of three Hampton by Hilton hotels under new Hotel Management Agreements (HMA) as of October 2024. The properties now under KE Hotels’ management are Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Broad Street, and Hampton by Hilton Sheffield.




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Nearly Half of Europe’s Hotel Construction Pipeline is Under Construction at the end of Q3 2024

According to the Q3 2024 Europe Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), analysts report that the region’s total pipeline stands at 1,645 projects/244,548 rooms.




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Upscale and Upper Midscale Hotel Projects Dominate China’s Pipeline at Q3 2024, Commanding 59% of Total Construction Pipeline

In the Q3 2024 China Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report by Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the end of the quarter, China’s total hotel construction pipeline reached a record high project count of 3,853 projects with 703,312 rooms, up 4% by projects and 3% by rooms year-over-year (YOY).




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Mix of October events drove Melbourne hotel performance

A number of events, including multiple concerts by Olivia Rodrigo and Coldplay, lifted Melbourne hotel performance in October, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.




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Accor Drives Asia Expansion with 27 New Hotel Signings in 2024

Accor, a global leader in hospitality, is accelerating the Group’s growth in Asia securing 27 hotel signings and 8,117 keys year-to-date. The expansion encompasses twelve brands throughout eight countries, from India to South Korea and Japan.




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Urban lifestyle hotel brand CityHub debuting in Reykjavik

CityHub, the urban lifestyle hotel brand, is bringing its signature blend of cutting-edge technology and sustainable design to the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik this November. Officially opening in the heart of the Hverfisgata district on 16th November, and with bookings already available through its website, CityHub Reykjavik promises a unique, digitally-driven stay perfect for tech-savvy travellers looking to explore Iceland like a local. Known for reinventing the traditional hotel experience, CityHub offers modern, pod-style ’Hubs’, prefabricated units designed in collaboration with Studio Uberdutch, for ultimate comfort and privacy. With 89 Hubs and 4 accessible rooms equipped with smart technology, guests can fully personalise their stay. Key features of the Reykjavik location include: Rooftop hot tub: Inspired by Iceland’s hot springs, guests can relax in CityHub’s rooftop hot tub after a day of exploring the city with stunning views and, if you’re lucky, a glimpse of the iconi...




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25hours opens its first hotel in Asia

25hours Hotel The Oddbird throws open its doors to all daydreamers, night owls and urban nomads looking for something different in the urban jungle of Jakarta on 22 November 2024. Well-connected in the heart of the Sudirman Central Business District (SCBD) within District 8, 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird rises 38 stories above Ashta Mall in the charming Senopati district, a neighborhood that - despite the city’s reputation - can be easily explored by foot. The hotel offers 210 rooms, 135 residences for longer stays, eleven creative lounges, one ballroom and an outdoor pool with spa. Five restaurants and bars will gradually complete the property. For the design, 25hours has teamed up with the interior design studio 1508’ Singapore Studio, which creates extraordinary places worldwide. With 25hours Hotel The Oddbird, 25hours brings its own spirit and ’come as you are’ philosophy to Asia in the rapidly developing and vibrant city of Jakarta. It is place for those who live life on thei...




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San Diego’s Revered CH Projects to Open Second Hotel, Baby Grand, in Coronado in Winter 2025

Acclaimed San Diego hospitality group CH Projects today announces its second hotel, Baby Grand, opening in early 2025. Situated across from the iconic Hotel Del Coronado in the town center on Orange Avenue, the hotel will be the first design hotel of its kind in two decades in the popular Southern California destination. The $17 million project by award-winning Brooklyn design firm Post Company will feature 31 keys and three new restaurant concepts. The design will thematically reference the area’s coastal setting paired with CH Projects’ signature maximalism, striving to progress the social landscape of San Diego’s distinctive neighborhoods and cultures. CH Projects is behind some of the city’s most acclaimed restaurant and bar destinations, including Morning Glory, Youngblood, Born & Raised and more, as well as the trailblazing Lafayette Hotel and Club, the team’s first hotel project in North Park. "Coronado is such a unique element of San Diego’s layered persona. We wanted to creat...




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Radisson Hotel Group opens Kuwait’s first Park Inn by Radisson Hotel

Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the opening of its second hotel in Kuwait - Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Apartments Kuwait. The new hotel is located in the bustling Mahboula district, just south of Kuwait City, and offers easy access to key locations, including the Warehouse Mall and Kuwait Towers. The hotel is conveniently situated 30 minutes from Kuwait International Airport, with the famous Al Kout Mall only a 10-minute drive away. Kuwait has a dynamic blend of rich history and modern development, offering visitors a unique cultural experience. From the traditional charm of Souq Al-Mubarakiya to the architectural marvel of Kuwait Towers, the city effortlessly merges its heritage with contemporary advancements. Visitors can explore the vibrant cityscape, indulge in world-class shopping at The Avenues Mall, or experience the tranquility of the Arabian Gulf coastline. The country’s strategic location at the crossroads of global business makes it a key destination for corpo...




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Radisson Hotel Mersin opens its doors

Radisson Hotel Group proudly announces the opening of Radisson Hotel Mersin, a dynamic addition to the Group’s portfolio in the vibrant port city of Mersin. As one of Türkiye’s leading trade hubs, with a bustling commercial life and prominent port, Mersin provides an ideal setting for both business and leisure travelers. This development marks another step in the Group’s commitment to expanding its presence in Türkiye, bringing it closer to the goal of reaching 100 hotels by 2030. Mersin, located on the Mediterranean coast, is home to one of Türkiye’s largest ports and a key tourism hub. With its rich history and stunning coastline, the city offers a blend of heritage, culture, and natural beauty. Visitors can explore landmarks like Mersin Marina, Tarsus Waterfall, the Heaven and Hell Caves, and the Archaeology Museum. The city’s vibrant arts scene is highlighted by the Mersin State Opera and Ballet, the Mersin International Music Festival, and the Orange Blossom Carnival, offering di...




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Marketing masterclass: How to maximize your hotel’s seasonal digital marketing

Q4 is a crucial time for hotels, and we’re here to help you capture more business this holiday season. Tune in for an expert-led webinar to explore the latest trends and strategies for boosting bookings and transitioning smoothly into the New Year.




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Modern Hotel Procurement is a Tale of Continuous Cost Controls

Managing supply chains for a variety of distinct operations is complex and highly analytical yet often lacks the prestige of the rooms division, front office, F&B or spa. Still, it’s essential; if housekeeping represents the proverbial ‘heart of house’ then perhaps procurement is its ‘gastrointestinal tract’, the processing center for all raw goods ingesting.




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Minor Hotels Reports Strong Growth in Q3 Results

Minor Hotels has continued its robust growth trajectory, with Q3 results revealing significant increases in core profit and revenue. The group, which owns and operates more than 560 hotels across eight brands globally, announced a core net profit of THB 3.1 billion for the first nine months of 2024, marking a 13% year-on-year increase, despite the negative impact of an unrealised foreign exchange loss.




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Great news about direct hotel bookings or simply wishful thinking?

Skift Research came with its much anticipated Hotel Distribution Outlook 2024. In this report, based on the wishes of both branded and independent hoteliers surveyed, Skift Research predicts that by 2030, direct digital channels will have overtaken the OTAs as the dominant distribution channel for hoteliers: $409 billion of hotel gross bookings are expected to come from direct digital channels, compared to just $333 billion from OTAs.




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Squeezing revenue beyond hotel rooms - Hoteliers’ Discussion

Hoteliers are starting to realise that room rates alone can’t drive the profits they need. As many reach a ceiling when it comes to average daily rates (ADR), there’s a question mark hanging over how to boost the bottom line. It has to come from other revenue streams, but many are struggling to make this work. Here’s a closer look at where the opportunities lie.




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New SiteMinder Research Reveals the 2025 Hotel Guest Will Demand “Everything”

SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel distribution and revenue platform, has today released SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report 2025, revealing the emergence of the ‘everything traveller’ – a new, multifaceted traveller who reflects the dynamic shifts within travel with plans that blend trending and traditional. This evolved guest, according to SiteMinder’s report, the world’s largest consumer research on accommodation, will come with newfound complexity that should signal a fundamental change in how hotels operate.




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GuestPay Hub: A Centralised Interface to Streamline Hotel Payments

Managing payments in the hospitality industry has long presented challenges for many hoteliers, often involving manual processes and disconnected systems that contribute to operational inefficiencies.




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Booking.com’s DMA deadline is approaching — what can hoteliers expect?

On May 13th 2024, Booking.com was the only Online Travel Agency (OTA) to be designated as a “gatekeeper” under the EU’s new Digital Markets Act, meaning they had six months to comply with the law’s stringent regulations.




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Design Hotels Releases Further Forecast Trend Report, Seeing Demand for Community Drive the Future of Travel

Design Hotels, the community-driven portfolio of nearly 300 independent hotels, today announced its second annual Further Forecast trend report, which explores travelers’ growing desire to build deeper connections, and how this is shaping their expectations of experiences—and in turn, the future of travel.