Travel: A Walking Tour Of Verona In Northern Italy

VIRTUAL TOUR (February 25, 2024): Verona is a city in northern Italy’s Veneto region, with a medieval old town built between the meandering Adige River. It’s famous for being the setting of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.”

A 14th-century residence with a tiny balcony overlooking a courtyard is said be “Juliet’s House.” The Verona Arena is a huge 1st-century Roman amphitheater, which currently hosts concerts and large-scale opera performances.

Sunday Morning: Stories And News From St. Moritz

Monocle on Sunday, February 25, 2024: To celebrate the best of Nomad, join Monocle’s editorial director, Tyler Brûlé, and guests to explore the dialogue between art, architecture and design.

This special edition of the programme is broadcast live from the Hotel Eden in St Moritz.

The New York Times — Sunday, February 25, 2024

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Abortion Shield Laws: A New War Between the States

Doctors in six states where abortion is legal are using new laws to send abortion pills to tens of thousands of women in states where it is illegal.

Haley’s Loss to Trump in South Carolina Fuels More Doubts About Her Viability

Donald Trump swept yet another early nominating contest, delivering Nikki Haley a crushing home-state loss at the hands of voters who were arguably the most familiar with her politics.

Waiting for Serhiy

After nearly two years and only scraps of information, a Ukrainian family still hopes their son, a marine captured by the Russians in Mariupol, will come home soon.

A Marketplace of Girl Influencers Managed by Moms and Stalked by Men

Hyperlapse Travel: A Tour Of The Dolomites In Italy

Timestorm Films (February 24, 2024): The Dolomites, also known as the Dolomite Mountains, Dolomite Alps or Dolomitic Alps, are a mountain range in northeastern Italy. They form part of the Southern Limestone Alps and extend from the River Adige in the west to the Piave Valley in the east. 

Saturday Morning: News From London, Zürich, Munich And Sri Lanka

Monocle on Sunday, February 24, 2024: Emma Nelson, Tina Fordham and David Schlesinger on the weekend’s biggest talking points. We also speak to Monocle’s editorial director, Tyler Brûlé, in Zürich, before he flies to Porto and Gwen Robinson, Monocle’s correspondent in Sri Lanka.

Plus: Andrew Mueller joins us from the Munich Security Conference.

The New York Times — Saturday, February 24, 2024

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Netanyahu Issues First Plan for Postwar Gaza

The proposal, which calls for indefinite Israeli military control and buffer zones in the territory, rankled Arab nations and was rejected by Palestinians.

How Did Haley’s South Carolina Become Trump Country? Ask the Tea Party.

Veterans of the conservative, grass-roots movement see the state’s presidential primary as a fight between a “crazy uncle” and a “snowflake niece.” They’ve made their choice.

Alabama Lawmakers Move to Protect I.V.F. Treatments

A court ruling declaring frozen embryos to be legally considered children has set off a scramble among leaders in both parties to preserve access to a crucial reproductive treatment.

N.R.A. Stung by Corruption Verdict Tied to Millions of Misspent Dollars

A Manhattan jury found that the National Rifle Association’s former leader, Wayne LaPierre, had used the group’s funds to pay for lavish personal expenses, including vacations and luxury flights.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Feb 26, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE – FEBRUARY 26, 2024 ISSUE:

Counter-Strike Is One of the World’s Most Successful Videogames. How It Also Became a Gateway to Gambling.

Counter-Strike Is One of the World’s Most Successful Videogames. How It Also Became a Gateway to Gambling.

Videogame makers have disavowed connections to gambling, while regulators have looked the other way. Meanwhile, young gamers are placing their first bets.

Outback Steakhouse Owner Bloomin’ Brands Is Taking Steps to Boost Sales

Outback Steakhouse Owner Bloomin’ Brands Is Taking Steps to Boost Sales

The stock is bargain-priced, but that should change as the company focuses on faster service and stepped-up marketing.4 min read

Why More European Firms Are Hopping the Pond to List in the U.S.

Why More European Firms Are Hopping the Pond to List in the U.S.

Foreign companies are attracted by the bigger market, stronger stock prices and more rapidly growing economy in the U.S.4 min read

The New York Times Book Review – February 25, 2024

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW (February 23, 2024): The latest issue features ‘Dawn of Woman’ – Lucy Sante recounts the trials and joys of her gender transition in a memoir, “I Heard Her Call My Name”…

Lucy Sante Is the Same Writer She Has Always Been

Lucy Sante poses for a portrait in the basement office of her home in Kingston, N.Y. She’s surrounded by shelves packed with books. There’s an open laptop on her desk.

In her memoir “I Heard Her Call My Name,” the author reflects on her life and embarking on a gender transition in her late 60s

The Affair That Split New York High Society

A black-and-white photograph portrays a New York City street scene. Horse-drawn vehicles, men in boaters and derbies, and women in long dresses and hats walk in front of a statue of George Washington.

In “Strong Passions,” the historian Barbara Weisberg tells the story of an explosive, lurid 1860s case that still resonates today.

The New York Times Magazine – Feb 25, 2024

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THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE (February 23, 2024): The new issue features ‘Enemy of the People’ – Tom Sandoval turned last year’s season of ‘Vanderpump Rules’ into the best in reality TV’s history – and ruined his life in the process..

How Tom Sandoval Became the Most Hated Man in America

Tom Sandoval looking into a mirror.
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He turned last year’s season of ‘Vanderpump Rules’ into the best in reality TV’s history — and ruined his life in the proces

Want a Better Society? Try Better Buildings.

The Egg in front of an ice rink with families skating together.

An obsession with luxury is transforming cities into bland, isolating landscapes. Architecture should be for creating community.

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