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Web Release
20-05-2025
- Business
- Web Release
L'ÉCOLE Middle East, School of Jewelry Arts Donates to Dubai Cares in Support of Youth Skilling Programs
L'ÉCOLE Middle East, School of Jewelry Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, has announced that it has raised a total of AED 717,720 for Dubai Cares, after one year of opening its permanent campus in Dubai in April 2024. The amount represents 100% of the proceeds collected from all public courses and talks, as well as the recent Ramadan 'Book One. Give One' campaign. The funds will support the UAE-based global philanthropic organization's youth skilling programs in developing countries, including Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), equipping young people with the competencies needed to thrive in a changing world and unlocking long-term social and economic impact. The announcement comes as L'ÉCOLE Middle East marks the successful first year of its permanent campus at Dubai Design District (d3) — its first in the region. The campus was established with a vision to make the world of jewelry arts accessible to all, offering a wide range of educational programs, exhibitions, and public events that celebrate craftsmanship, creativity, and cultural heritage. This unique model of learning and giving has positioned the School as not only a hub for artistic discovery, but also a driver of social impact through education, with every course attended contributing directly to supporting global youth development through Dubai Cares. To mark this key milestone, a cheque was presented by Alessandro Maffi, President of Van Cleef & Arpels MEIAT, to His Excellency Dr. Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer and Vice-Chairman of Dubai Cares. The presentation symbolized a shared commitment to driving human development by celebrating the transformative power of education as a catalyst for lasting change across generations. L'ÉCOLE Middle East's contribution has played a meaningful role in scaling Dubai Cares' global youth skilling efforts. In 2024 alone, this support has contributed towards delivering certified training to over 1.25 million young individuals, nearly half of whom were young women. By fostering inclusive and accessible learning pathways, the School is helping bridge the gender gap and enable youth to adapt to the demands of an evolving global workforce. Alessandro Maffi, President Van Cleef & Arpels MEIAT, said: 'Van Cleef & Arpels upholds its values of creation, transmission and a bonded sense of togetherness – a remarkable characteristic of the Maison since its inception. As 2025 is the Year of Community, I am proud to witness the positive impact that L'ÉCOLE Middle East is creating and upholding its dedication of sharing the knowledge of jewelry arts and collectively converting it into inspirational initiatives that create a strong contribution to the UAE's society and beyond.' He adds, 'I dream for this act to go beyond generations, giving the chance for the youth of today to develop their skill sets and unlock the potential for the youth of tomorrow, leaving a lasting legacy.' His Excellency Dr. Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer and Vice-Chairman of Dubai Cares, said, 'This partnership represents a powerful investment in human development. With the support of L'ÉCOLE Middle East and Van Cleef & Arpels, we are channeling resources into nurturing the potential of young people – giving them access to the values, skills, knowledge, and experiences they need to grow into active, empowered contributors to their societies. And this goes beyond education or employment; it's about shaping individuals who can uplift their communities and break cycles of inequality for collective global action towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. We thank L'ÉCOLE Middle East for being a close and committed partner on Dubai Cares' journey to champion human development and shape a future defined by opportunity, dignity, and lasting progress.' 'Education is at the heart of everything we do at L'ÉCOLE,' said Sophie Claudel, Director of L'ÉCOLE Middle East, School of Jewelry Arts. 'Through our partnership with Dubai Cares, we extend the power of learning far beyond the world of jewelry arts, reaching communities across the globe. We are deeply grateful to the generous contributions of our students, both adults and kids, who share with us the responsibility of making a difference to the lives of youth and paving the way to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on expertise to unlock their potential and transform their aspirations into reality.' L'ÉCOLE Middle East has been supporting Dubai Cares since 2017, when it was first established in the region through 'Nomadic Schools' – ephemeral travelling school programs. Since then, the partnership was cultivated in a profound way, setting a renewed dimension in 2024 with the opening of its permanent campus at Dubai Design District. The two organizations signed an ongoing agreement which exclusively provides Dubai Cares with 100% of proceeds collected from L'ÉCOLE's public courses and talks, to support youth education programs in developing countries. L'ÉCOLE Middle East is dedicated to making the world of jewelry arts accessible to all. By opening its doors to enthusiasts, students, and professionals alike, L'ÉCOLE is fostering creativity, craftsmanship, and curiosity in the Middle East. Through this partnership, L'ÉCOLE Middle East is not only introducing learners to the history, savoir-faire and gemstones behind jewelry, but it is also giving back to the global community to create a brighter future together.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Broncos Bring in Ian Book Amid Desmond Ridder Backing Out of Rookie Minicamp
Ahead of the Denver Broncos' rookie minicamp, which begins on Friday, May 7th, the Broncos had a change to their quarterback room. With the ability to bring in veterans to get a workout at rookie minicamp, one of the Broncos' quarterbacks backed out, and another joined the team. According to Mike Klis of 9 News on Twitter/X, after former Atlanta Falcons and Arizona Cardinals quarterback Desmond Ridder backed out of Broncos rookie minicamp, the Broncos found a replacement in former New Orleans Saints and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Ian Book. During the 2021 NFL Draft, Sean Payton, then the head coach of the Saints, drafted Book in the fourth round. Book reunites with Payton in Denver, while Ridder goes elsewhere for an opportunity. Advertisement Book has just one game of NFL experience, where back in 2021 he started a game for the Saints in his rookie season. Book went 12 of 20 for 135 passing yards and two interceptions, with no touchdowns. The 27-year-old has since bounced around the NFL, going to the Eagles, New England Patriots, Kansas City Chiefs, before re-joining the Eagles at the end of the 2024 season. He was signed to the active roster, and then put back onto the practice squad in Philly, where he remained as the Eagles beat the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Desmond Ridder (10) carries the ball against the Atlanta Falcons in the first half at Allegiant Lee-Imagn Images Ridder, meanwhile, is a former third-round pick of the Falcons in the 2022 NFL Draft. He's also bounced around the league, finding starting opportunities with the Cardinals and Raiders after his release from the Falcons. Advertisement Ridder has 18 starts in his NFL career, with 13 coming in the 2023 season with Atlanta. He had 249 completions on 388 attempts for 2,836 passing yards and 12 touchdowns to 12 interceptions. With the Raiders in 2024, Ridder appeared in six games, starting just one. He threw 52 completions on 85 attempts for 458 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. With Ridder backing out of the Broncos' minicamp, the door opened for Book to reunite with Payton. Both would be unlikely to make the 53-man roster, as Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham, and Sam Ehlinger all would likely be on the roster after final cuts. Related: Broncos Make Announcement on Five Rookie Draft Picks Related: Broncos' Alex Singleton Has Lofty Goal For 2025 Defense
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Maharashtra to cancel leaves of key officials in health, disaster management departments
Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has decided to cancel the leaves of top officials in health, disaster management and many other departments in the wake of the current situation, the Chief Minister's Office said on Friday. The government will take strict action against those spreading fake news and "helping the enemy", it said. The decision was made at a meeting, where Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reviewed the security measures, the CMO said in a statement. State director-general of police, Mumbai police chief, top home department officials and senior officers of various agencies and departments attended the meeting. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde was also present. It has been decided to cancel the leaves of senior officials holding important posts in health, disaster management and other departments, said the statement. The CM has directed that mock drills for preparedness should be conducted in each of the 36 districts of the state. A war room should be set up in each district, it said. A coordination machinery should be set up with hospitals during blackouts. Similarly, a backup power should be kept on standby during such times. Dark curtains and window panes should be used to ensure light is not visible from outside. The CM also asked the administration to raise awareness of what needs to be done during a blackout. He also instructed all civic bodies in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region to launch a similar campaign involving cooperative housing societies, it said. The Centre's 'War Book', which outlines the government's response and functions during wartime, should be studied, and key information should be shared at the ground level, he said. Fadnavis also said that the cybercrime department should keep a watch on social media handles in each district to find out who is helping Pakistan. "Strict action will be taken against those helping the enemy and spreading fake news," he said. An emergency fund will be provided to each district on Friday itself to procure items required to meet exigencies, said the statement, quoting the CM. While police have been told to increase combing operations and bandobast, the CM said cases must be registered against those who video-record Army preparations and share the visuals on social media. Fadnavis also asked authorities to rent fishing trawlers to boost coastal security . Talking to reporters after the meeting, Deputy CM Shinde said the discussions concerned securing vital installations, including electricity and water supply, keeping a check on drone movements, strengthening cyber security, besides keeping medical services active. "Strengthening the functioning of the CCTV cameras in Mumbai and ensuring collective coordination among all agencies was discussed. We also discussed ways to ensure there is no panic among people and boost coastal security," Shinde said. The deputy CM said that in the next two to three days, they will communicate with the Army, Navy and Coast Guard to explore what the state government needs to do to keep Mumbai and Maharashtra "safe at any cost". Earlier in the day, Fadnavis said the police, Coast Guard and Navy were on alert mode in Maharashtra, and all SoPs (Standard Operating Procedures) were being followed. He was responding to a question on the steps being taken to protect the state's coastline. Police, Navy and Coast Guard are on alert mode. Regular exercises are being undertaken, and whatever steps are needed to be taken as per the war book' are being taken care of. India on Thursday night neutralised Pakistan military's attempt to hit military stations in Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur and some other locations with missiles and drones. In the early hours of Wednesday, the Indian armed forces carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan under Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives.
USA Today
09-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Broncos invite former Saints QB Ian Book for rookie minicamp tryout
Broncos invite former Saints QB Ian Book for rookie minicamp tryout The book isn't shut on this former New Orleans Saints quarterback. 9News Denver's Mike Klis reports that Ian Book, a fourth-round pick by the Saints back in 2021 out of Notre Dame, is replacing former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder as a veteran free agent tryout at this weekend's rookie minicamp. Book, 27, flamed out quickly in New Orleans after injuries and COVID-19 absences forced him into the lineup as a rookie. He completed 12 of 20 passes for 135 yards and threw two interceptions in a prime-time loss to the Miami Dolphins, and was waived after training camp the next summer. But he wrote a new chapter with the Philadelphia Eagles and went on to spend time with the New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs, ultimately returning to Philly just in time to back up Jalen Hurts and win a championship ring in the Eagles' Super Bowl LIX win over the Chiefs. Now he's auditioning for Sean Payton and the Broncos. Payton made the call to draft Book in the first place, so now Book may have a real shot. He'll compete with fellow tryout QB Blake Stenstrom for a shot at a roster spot behind Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham, and Sam Ehlinger. Good luck to him as he turns to the next page of his story.
Daily Record
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Outlander fans think Jamie's fate is sealed as Diana Gabaldon reveals final book name
The author of the books unveiled the name of her last novel and gave an explanation. Last night, Outlander fans were left concerned for their favourite character Jamie Fraser as Diana Gabaldon unveiled the title of the last book in the Outlander series. Fans have been desperate to know the name of the tenth and final book, where Claire and Jamie's love story will be concluded. And now, Diana gave fans a teaser of the new novel but revealed that it doesn't yet have a publication date. The books and the series differ slightly and the final series of the show has already been filmed. The title of the book is A Blessing For A Warrior Going Out which made fans think something is going to happen to Jamie, however, Diana said that is not the case. In a Facebook post on her page, Diana explained: "I thought I'd let you know what the title of Book Ten is (so we can stop calling it Book Ten, which is slightly boring…). "First, A Word of Warning: THE BOOK IS NOT FINISHED. IT HAS NO PUB DATE (because the publishers wisely won't set one until they have the full manuscript in their eager hands). "I AM STILL WRITING IT. YES, I DO KNOW HOW IT ENDS. NO, I'M NOT TELLING YOU. "NO, YOU CAN'T ORDER IT YET, BECAUSE THE PUBLISHERS DON'T HAVE PAGES SET UP FOR ORDERS BECAUSE THERE IS NO PUB DATE AND BECAUSE I HAVEN'T TOLD THEM WHAT THE BOOK IS CALLED. Until now. "The title of Book Ten of the OUTLANDER series (and yes, this is the final book of the main series, though there may be other companion books and side stories, depending on how long I live…) is A BLESSING FOR A WARRIOR GOING OUT." However, she followed up with: "(NO, that doesn't mean Jamie's going to die. It's not a death blessing, it's the Blessing of St. Michael, said for a warrior about to go and do something important and possibly dangerous. There are quite a few people in this book who qualify for that blessing, believe me…)" Diana then goes on to reveal an extract from the book, we're not one to give away spoilers so you can read the full thing here. However fans flocked to the comments to try dissect the meaning behind the title. Another wrote: "Oh wow! That is really interesting title! Much to think about." Another said: "I'm absolutely thrilled! Thank you for the title reveal and the excerpt. This made my week." One added: "What a fabulous title. So much comes to my mind when I read it." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
