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Entrepreneur
08-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
The Executive Selection: Vacheron Constantin presents the Métiers d'Art Tribute to The Celestial
This collection honors humanity's long-standing fascination with the night sky, inspired by a 2021 single-piece edition that portrayed the Leo constellation. You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Vacheron Constantin presents the Métiers d'Art Tribute to The Celestial, a series of 12 references each featuring a hand-guilloché and diamond-set dial dedicated to a zodiac constellation. Encased in 39mm 18K white gold set with baguette-cut blue sapphires, these watches are powered by the ultra-thin self-winding tourbillon Calibre 2160. Source: Vacheron Constantin Celebrating 270 years of artistic savoir-faire, the dials depict zodiac signs with hand-guilloché illustrations and brilliant-cut diamonds marking stars. The guilloché work alone takes about 16 hours per dial, while 96 baguette-cut sapphires totaling ~3.87 carats are set by hand over 27 hours, creating a seamless circle of light around the dial. The dial-making process involves eight meticulous steps, from sunburst finishing to diamond setting, culminating in an intricate celestial map. The Calibre 2160 movement is 5.65 mm thick, composed of 188 parts, and offers an 80-hour power reserve. It is decorated to the standards of the Poinçon de Genève hallmark. Source: Vacheron Constantin This collection honors humanity's long-standing fascination with the night sky, inspired by a 2021 single-piece edition that portrayed the Leo constellation. The Métiers d'Art Tribute to The Celestial continues Vacheron Constantin's tradition of blending haute horlogerie with celestial artistry.
Scoop
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
Guam Nuclear Radiation Survivors ‘Heartbroken' After Being Excluded From Compensation Bill
The president of the Pacific Association for Radiation Survivors (PARS) says the US Congress 'seems to not understand that we are no different than any state'. Caleb Fotheringham, RNZ Pacific journalist People on Guam are 'disappointed' and 'heartbroken' that radiation exposure compensation is not being extended to them, the president of the Pacific Association for Radiation Survivors (PARS) says. Robert Celestial said he and others on Guam are disappointed for many reasons. 'Congress seems to not understand that we are no different than any state,' he told RNZ Pacific. 'We are human beings, we are affected in the same way they are. We are suffering the same way, we are greatly disappointed, heartbroken,' Celestial said. The extension to the United States Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) was part of Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' passed by Congress on Friday (Thursday, Washington time). Downwind compensation eligibility would extend to the entire states of Utah, Idaho and New Mexico, but Guam – which was included in an earlier version of the bill – was excluded. All claimants are eligible for US$100,000. Guam Republican congressman James Moylan attempted to make an amendment to include Guam before the bill reached the House floor earlier in the week. 'Guam has become a forgotten casualty of the nuclear era,' Moylan told the House Rules Committee. 'Federal agencies have confirmed that our island received measurable radiation exposure as a result of US nuclear testing in the Pacific and yet, despite this clear evidence, Guam remains excluded from RECA, a program that was designed specifically to address the harm caused by our nation's own policies. 'Guam is not asking for special treatment we are asking to be treated with dignity equal to the same recognition afforded to other downwind communities across our nation.' Moylan said his constituents are dying from cancers linked to radiation exposure. From 1946 to 1962, 67 nuclear bombs were detonated in the Marshall Islands, just under 2000 kilometres from Guam. New Mexico Democratic congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández supported Moylan, who said it was 'sad Guam and other communities were not included'. The RECA extension also excluded Colorado and Montana; Idaho was also for a time but this was amended. Celestial said he heard different rumours about why Guam was not included but nothing concrete. 'A lot of excuses were saying that it's going to cost too much. You know, Guam is going to put a burden on finances.' But Celestial said the cost estimate from the Congressional Budget Office for Guam to be included was US$560m where Idaho was $1.4b. '[Money] can't be the reason that Guam got kicked out because we're the lowest on the totem pole for the amount of money it's going to cost to get us through in the bill.' The bill also extends to communities in certain zip codes in Missouri, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Alaska, who were exposed to nuclear waste. Celestial said it's taken those states 30 years to be recognised and expects Guam to be eventually paid. He said Moylan would likely now submit a standalone bill with the other states that were not included. If that fails, he said Guam could be included in nuclear compensation through the National Defense Authorization Act in December, which is for military financial support. The RECA extension includes uranium workers employed from 1 January 1942 to 31 December 1990.
Scoop
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
Guam Nuclear Radiation Survivors ‘Heartbroken' After Being Excluded From Compensation Bill
The president of the Pacific Association for Radiation Survivors (PARS) says the US Congress 'seems to not understand that we are no different than any state'. Caleb Fotheringham, RNZ Pacific journalist People on Guam are 'disappointed' and 'heartbroken' that radiation exposure compensation is not being extended to them, the president of the Pacific Association for Radiation Survivors (PARS) says. Robert Celestial said he and others on Guam are disappointed for many reasons. 'Congress seems to not understand that we are no different than any state,' he told RNZ Pacific. 'We are human beings, we are affected in the same way they are. We are suffering the same way, we are greatly disappointed, heartbroken,' Celestial said. The extension to the United States Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) was part of Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' passed by Congress on Friday (Thursday, Washington time). Downwind compensation eligibility would extend to the entire states of Utah, Idaho and New Mexico, but Guam – which was included in an earlier version of the bill – was excluded. All claimants are eligible for US$100,000. Guam Republican congressman James Moylan attempted to make an amendment to include Guam before the bill reached the House floor earlier in the week. 'Guam has become a forgotten casualty of the nuclear era,' Moylan told the House Rules Committee. 'Federal agencies have confirmed that our island received measurable radiation exposure as a result of US nuclear testing in the Pacific and yet, despite this clear evidence, Guam remains excluded from RECA, a program that was designed specifically to address the harm caused by our nation's own policies. 'Guam is not asking for special treatment we are asking to be treated with dignity equal to the same recognition afforded to other downwind communities across our nation.' Moylan said his constituents are dying from cancers linked to radiation exposure. From 1946 to 1962, 67 nuclear bombs were detonated in the Marshall Islands, just under 2000 kilometres from Guam. New Mexico Democratic congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández supported Moylan, who said it was 'sad Guam and other communities were not included'. The RECA extension also excluded Colorado and Montana; Idaho was also for a time but this was amended. Celestial said he heard different rumours about why Guam was not included but nothing concrete. 'A lot of excuses were saying that it's going to cost too much. You know, Guam is going to put a burden on finances.' But Celestial said the cost estimate from the Congressional Budget Office for Guam to be included was US$560m where Idaho was $1.4b. '[Money] can't be the reason that Guam got kicked out because we're the lowest on the totem pole for the amount of money it's going to cost to get us through in the bill.' The bill also extends to communities in certain zip codes in Missouri, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Alaska, who were exposed to nuclear waste. Celestial said it's taken those states 30 years to be recognised and expects Guam to be eventually paid. He said Moylan would likely now submit a standalone bill with the other states that were not included. If that fails, he said Guam could be included in nuclear compensation through the National Defense Authorization Act in December, which is for military financial support. The RECA extension includes uranium workers employed from 1 January 1942 to 31 December 1990.
Scoop
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
Guam Nuclear Radiation Survivors 'Heartbroken' After Being Excluded From Compensation Bill
People on Guam are "disappointed" and "heartbroken" that radiation exposure compensation is not being extended to them, the president of the Pacific Association for Radiation Survivors (PARS) says. Robert Celestial said he and others on Guam are disappointed for many reasons. "Congress seems to not understand that we are no different than any state," he told RNZ Pacific. "We are human beings, we are affected in the same way they are. We are suffering the same way, we are greatly disappointed, heartbroken," Celestial said. The extension to the United States Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) was part of Trump's "big, beautiful bill" passed by Congress on Friday (Thursday, Washington time). Downwind compensation eligibility would extend to the entire states of Utah, Idaho and New Mexico, but Guam - which was included in an earlier version of the bill - was excluded. All claimants are eligible for US$100,000. Guam Republican congressman James Moylan attempted to make an amendment to include Guam before the bill reached the House floor earlier in the week. "Guam has become a forgotten casualty of the nuclear era," Moylan told the House Rules Committee. "Federal agencies have confirmed that our island received measurable radiation exposure as a result of US nuclear testing in the Pacific and yet, despite this clear evidence, Guam remains excluded from RECA, a program that was designed specifically to address the harm caused by our nation's own policies. "Guam is not asking for special treatment we are asking to be treated with dignity equal to the same recognition afforded to other downwind communities across our nation." Moylan said his constituents are dying from cancers linked to radiation exposure. From 1946 to 1962, 67 nuclear bombs were detonated in the Marshall Islands, just under 2000 kilometres from Guam. New Mexico Democratic congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández supported Moylan, who said it was "sad Guam and other communities were not included". The RECA extension also excluded Colorado and Montana; Idaho was also for a time but this was amended. Celestial said he heard different rumours about why Guam was not included but nothing concrete. "A lot of excuses were saying that it's going to cost too much. You know, Guam is going to put a burden on finances." But Celestial said the cost estimate from the Congressional Budget Office for Guam to be included was US$560m where Idaho was $1.4b. "[Money] can't be the reason that Guam got kicked out because we're the lowest on the totem pole for the amount of money it's going to cost to get us through in the bill." The bill also extends to communities in certain zip codes in Missouri, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Alaska, who were exposed to nuclear waste. Celestial said it's taken those states 30 years to be recognised and expects Guam to be eventually paid. He said Moylan would likely now submit a standalone bill with the other states that were not included. If that fails, he said Guam could be included in nuclear compensation through the National Defense Authorization Act in December, which is for military financial support. The RECA extension includes uranium workers employed from 1 January 1942 to 31 December 1990.
The Hindu
11-06-2025
- The Hindu
Starry nights and sunshine: Luxeglamp eco-resorts have launched the country's first eco-sensitive Luxe Chateau glass glamps, designed to offer an immersive experience with sustainable luxury
It's 6am and I awake to the sound of birds heralding the morning outside my glass dome. I am glamping at the brand new Luxe Chateau, a double-glass dome at Luxeglamp's eco-resort near Poombarai Hills in Kodaikanal. Shortly after I step out, the crisp forest air washes over my face and I catch the first rays of the sun rising over a breathtaking landscape — of a valley draped in layers of greenery amidst a cascading waterfall and acres of terraced fields. As the morning breeze carries the scent of the forest, I feast on freshly-baked pastries, fruits, and omelettes — all arranged on a wooden tray floating in my private infinity pool. Says Antony Thomas, CEO & Founder of Luxeglamp EcoResorts, 'We wanted to elevate our guests' connection with nature. Our new Glass Glamps offer an all-encompassing experience where guests can sleep under the stars and wake up to one of the most beautiful sunrises in Kodaikanal — all while staying warm and cozy.' Glamping or 'glamorous camping', is an outdoor experience that combines the excitement of camping with the luxury and comfort of a high-end hotel. Instead of traditional tents and sleeping bags, glamping accommodations often include stylish, fully furnished tents, domes, yurts, or cabins equipped with modern amenities. In India, glamping is rapidly growing due to the country's diverse landscapes, from mountains and beaches to deserts, and also because it combines the best of both worlds — of camping outdoors yet with the modern conveniences of a luxury star hotel. For example, Rajasthan offers glamping in luxury tents near the Thar Desert, Udaipur, and Jaipur, often combined with camel safaris and cultural experiences while in Kerala, the backwaters, tea plantations, and lush hills, provide serene glamping options, particularly in Munnar and Wayanad. States like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are also popular for glamping near scenic mountains, rivers, and valleys, especially in Manali, Shimla, Rishikesh, and Nainital. At Luxeglamp in Kodaikanal, one can choose from seven premium domes designed around Moroccan, Rodeo and Celestial themes that cost ₹ 17700 per day (all inclusive of tax and breakfast), or the exclusive glass dome at ₹29500 per day including tax, breakfast and one meal. The glass glamp features minimalist interiors inspired by the rustic homes of the Wild West, plush bedding, soft cushions, and warm lighting, a private deck for outdoor relaxation, electricity, and private bathroom. During the day, I bask in warm golden morning light that filters in and as night falls, the dome transforms into a dreamy setting for stargazing. From the comfort of my bed, I gaze at the large, panoramic roof window that frames the night sky like a canvas. As I snuggle up in my king-sized bed, I continue to watch the starlit expanse, of a glowing crescent and glimmering stars on a clear sky, and drift into blissful sleep. Guests can also try the afternoon tea experience, a scenic guided horse ride across the valley or an intimate candlelit outdoor dining experience under the stars. The food is continental, Indian, or regional, made from seasonal produce grown in nearby villages. The interiors of my luxury dome are designed for both functionality and aesthetics. Furnishings are selected to maximise space and comfort and provide a clear 360 degree view allowing one to enjoy uninterrupted views of the surrounding forests and starry night skies. As the glass dome uses double-glazed or insulated glass, it maintains the indoor temperature thereby reducing the need for artificial heating or cooling. This in turn lowers energy consumption and carbon footprint. As there are no permanent structures, there is no piling, and zero soil disturbance, which makes the dome an eco-conscious design. Besides, the property uses solar power for operations and some of the structures are made from recyclable materials including tempered glass and aluminium. There is also a ban on single use plastics at the property. 'While we have maximised the use of solar panels for energy needs so as to reduce fossil fuel reliance, all our structures are fully removable and temporary. This ensures that we don't leave a trace of waste in the forest,' explains Antony adding that Luxeglamp also has plans to introduce more thematic glamping experiences across its locations, including Munnar in Kerala and Tamil Nadu and the UAE. For reservations, visit or call 9962159621. The author was at Luxeglamp eco-resorts at Kodaikanal on invitation
