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Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Garden Vibes: 2 days only, Singapore's 1st farmer's market & wellness festival
Nourish your mind, body and soul at Singapore's inaugural Farmer's Market and Wellness Event, Garden Vibes, hosted by mall myVillage in collaboration with grocer Little Farms. This groundbreaking event promises an immersive experience filled with fresh produce and global delicacies, as well as rejuvenating wellness activities and talks by industry leaders. You'll have to buy tickets for each of the activities. Prices range from S$5 to S$45. For this festival, pre-purchase a S$20 cash voucher for only S$12, a whopping 40% off. This cash voucher can only be used on 25 & 26 May, at Garden Vibes Farmers' Market. The sale of vouchers is exclusively available until 24 May at Check out these highlights. Take your wellness journey to new heights at only S$5 for each 45-minute session or an all-day unlimited pass for S$30/day. Here's what awaits you on the Level 3 rooftop: Serene Breath and Flow Yoga Classes: Join the Yoga Movement for a journey of self-exploration and relaxation. These classes are perfect for beginners looking to discover the world of yoga or for experienced yoga practitioners seeking inner peace and balance. Introduction to Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ): Always wanted to try out Muay Thai and BJJ but felt intimidated? The experienced and skilled instructors at Equilibrium are here to give you a 45-minute introduction to Muay Thai and BJJ at Garden Vibes. Start your morning on 25 May (Sun) at 9am with a deeply rejuvenating sound bath (S$45) by the renowned healer, Shervin Boloorian, who is flying in from Bali just for this festival. With nearly 15 years of expertise, Boloorian is hailed as one of Bali's top healers. For music lovers, Singaporean singer-songwriter Nathan Hartono will be entertaining us on 25 and 26 May, at 4:30pm! Nathan made his debut as a singer after winning the Teenage Icon singing competition in 2005 and released his debut album, 'LET ME SING! Life, Love, and All That Jazz,' in 2006. His buttery voice will surely nourish your soul. The region's leading holiday camp provider is bringing you a multitude of fun mini-games and sports activities. With the widest variety of camps for kids, get a teaser at the Garden Vibes event. Cool off the heat with splash play too— be sure to pack some extra clothing. What are you waiting for? Get your family and go down to the Garden Vibes event for fun. Surrey Hills Grocer at VivoCity is a pet-friendly rainforest haven The post Garden Vibes: 2 days only, Singapore's 1st farmer's market & wellness festival appeared first on
Al Etihad
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Emirati artist Zeinab Alhashemi sparks reflection as concrete meets nature in her Abu Dhabi Bus Terminal artwork
30 Apr 2025 00:25 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)Amid rapid urban growth, pockets of nature continue to flourish — and Emirati conceptual artist Zeinab Alhashemi captured just that in her artwork 'Equilibrium.''Equilibrium' was among the installations showcased as part of the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial, which concludes on April 30. This year's series brought together more than 70 artists from the UAE and who have been to the Abu Dhabi Bus Terminal recently must have seen the unique concrete installations that have been topped by a layer of grass. This, Alhashemi said, highlights the link between nature and urban development.'My work explores the contrast between the UAE's rapid industrialisation and the resilience of natural elements,' Alhashemi told Aletihad.'By using materials like concrete and steel—symbols synonymous with the industrial boom — I reflect on the country's architectural transformation and urban growth. At the same time, integrating elements like grass highlights nature's quiet persistence amidst this expansion. This duality mirrors my art practice, which often examines how human interventions reshape natural landscapes, encouraging viewers to reflect on the balance between progress and preservation.'Alhashemi's work consistently explores both the tension and harmony between the natural and the artificial. She uses materials like cement and metal to represent human progress, and elements like grass or coral to reflect nature's rapid urbanisation of the UAE significantly influences her vision and material choices.'Urbanisation is both an inspiration and a subject in my work. The rapid transformation of cities like Abu Dhabi reflects a fascinating intersection of tradition and progress,' she said.'By integrating natural elements, I question what is lost or preserved in this process, inviting viewers to contemplate their relationship with the spaces they inhabit.'Her installations, such as the one inspired by Abu Dhabi's Bus Terminal, aim to create a thoughtful dialogue on the coexistence between industry and the Alhashemi, location is never just a backdrop — it is a collaborator. The physical and cultural context of each site deeply influences her approach.'Each site carries its own history, cultural significance, and environmental context, which I deeply research before beginning a piece.''Equilibrium' draws inspiration from Abu Dhabi's brutalist heritage but also incorporates natural elements that speak to the city's ongoing urban and environmental evolution, Alhashemi said.'My aim is to create installations that resonate with the public's surroundings, inviting them to connect with the space on a deeper level.'Creating art in public spaces brings unique challenges—logistical, climatic, and cultural. For Alhashemi, however, the harsh weather, the limitations, and audience diversity are not hurdles but opportunities for innovation. Global Appeal Though inspired by the UAE's urban landscape, Alhashemi's work resonates globally. Its themes — nature vs industry, tradition vs modernity—are selection plays a key role in driving this dialogue. For Alhashemi, every choice is intentional.'I select materials that carry symbolic weight —concrete for strength and industrialisation, steel for transformation over time, and grass for nature's persistence. I enjoy pushing these materials beyond their traditional roles,' she 'Equilibrium', for example, concrete becomes 'a canvas for life' with the living grass on top of it, encouraging interaction and blurring the line between natural and artificial, she uses her art to spark reflection on the environment, hoping it leads viewers to greater awareness and, ultimately, action.'Participating in the biennial is an incredible honour and a milestone in my career. It signifies the growing recognition of public art's role in shaping cultural identity and fostering dialogue,' she said.'The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has been instrumental in supporting artists like me, offering platforms that celebrate contemporary practices while honouring the UAE's heritage. Their vision aligns with my own, allowing me to contribute to Abu Dhabi's evolving cultural landscape in meaningful ways.' The biennial, she added, not only celebrates art but also 'amplifies the voices of Emirati artists, showcasing our unique perspectives to a global audience.'
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Skanska divests office building in Bucharest, Romania, for EUR 52M, about SEK 570M
STOCKHOLM, April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Skanska has divested the first phase of the Equilibrium office complex in Bucharest, Romania, to Gordiusz Private Equity Fund, managed by Gránit Asset Management, for EUR 52M, about SEK 570M. The transaction will be recorded by Skanska Commercial Development Europe in the second quarter 2025. The transfer of the property is scheduled for the second quarter 2025. The office complex Equilibrium, that consists of two buildings, has become a landmark in the Northern part of the capital of Romania being located right at the entrance to the most vibrant office submarket - namely Floreasca-Barbu Vacarescu, which is often called the New CBD - in Bucharest. It is developed with the aim of redefining workspaces on one hand and provide a completely new aesthetic perspective on the area on the other hand. The complex offers 3,500 square meters of accessible green space, sustainable solutions, and is designed to focus on flexibility. The environmentally friendly features are recognized by a LEED Platinum certification. The first building was completed in 2019 and offers a total leasable area of around 21,000 square meters. It is 100 percent let to tenants from different industries like pharma, agriculture, law, communication, construction and retail. The second phase of Equilibrium, which is not part of the aforementioned transaction, was delivered in December 2022, offering 20,000 square meters of leasable area. For further information please contact:Anna Wiśniewska, Vice President Communications and Marketing, Skanska Commercial Development Europe, tel +48 797 019 460 Andreas Joons, Press Officer, Skanska Group, tel +46 (0)10 449 04 94 Direct line for media, tel +46 (0)10 448 88 99 This and previous releases can also be found at This information was brought to you by Cision The following files are available for download: 20250404 RO divestment first building Equilibrium Image 1 - Equilibrium Image 2 - Equilibrium Image 3 - Equilibrium View original content: SOURCE Skanska Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Equilibrium Energy Raises $28M to Unlock Full Potential in Power Portfolio Management, and Launches its Flagship EQ Mission Control™ Software Platform
SAN FRANCISCO, March 12, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Equilibrium Energy, the leader in energy portfolio management capabilities and services for the power industry, today announced the successful close of a $28 million Series B2 funding round, as well as the launch of its flagship software platform product, EQ Mission ControlTM. The investment, led by GS Energy, with participation from NRG Energy and other new and existing investors, accelerates Equilibrium's mission to help power companies, independent power producers, and corporations unlock the full potential within their energy portfolios. As societal energy needs evolve, energy portfolio management teams are seeking ways to move beyond infrequent portfolio balancing and towards real-time, dynamic co-optimization of enterprise profits and risk; from relying on large teams to manually compensate for disparate data and software systems to embracing an AI-powered transformation that propels their businesses forward. Equilibrium's new flagship platform product, EQ Mission ControlTM, helps these teams empower their experts and tap into their proprietary data, strategies, and operations, enabling an unprecedented level of strategic capabilities. The EQ Mission ControlTM platform unifies the fragmented data and systems landscape for power companies and independent power producers. By leveraging its unified enterprise data model and code frameworks, EQ Mission ControlTM maximizes profits while minimizing risks in its customers' largest opportunity: enterprise portfolio management. Equilibrium's market-leading portfolio management capabilities are purpose-built for large, diverse, and dynamic energy portfolios. Equilibrium helps its customers leverage artificial intelligence (AI) as a force multiplier via AI copilots embedded in every corner of its EQ Mission ControlTM platform. The platform's augmented intelligence capabilities provide an unprecedented boost to users' synthesis, creativity, and speed. EQ Mission ControlTM delivers enterprise-wide real-time insights, granular forecasting, dynamic decision-making support, and AI copilots trained on proprietary data and code. EQ Mission ControlTM is actively being applied to various power portfolio management assets, portfolios, and use cases, including battery energy storage and renewables optimization. Equilibrium leverages its EQ Mission ControlTM platform to optimize these asset fleets based on dynamic market conditions, fully maximizing their performance and profitability as they supply and balance the electricity grid. "Our new strategic investors bring deep power industry expertise, expansive market reach, commercial partnerships, and a shared ambition to reshape how power companies and corporations navigate the energy transition," said Ryan Hanley, Founder and CEO of Equilibrium Energy. "This funding round will fuel our continued product leadership and investment, accelerate our commercial expansion, and strengthen our ability to deliver unprecedented innovation potential and outsized value to our customers." GS Energy, a leading global energy solutions provider, joins Equilibrium as a strategic investor. Yongsoo Huh, CEO of GS Energy, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership: "Equilibrium is redefining how energy portfolios are assembled and managed, and we're excited to build alongside them in this investment and strategic partnership. Their capabilities, platform, technology, and vision are critical enablers of our goal to optimize energy systems for a more sustainable and carbon-neutral society." NRG Energy, one of the leading energy and home services companies in North America, also joins as an investor and strategic partner. Robert J. Gaudette, Executive Vice President, President of NRG Business and Wholesale Operations, highlighted Equilibrium's potential impact: "We see Equilibrium as a key partner in enhancing our energy portfolio optimization capabilities. Their platform provides next-generation augmented intelligence capabilities that can upend how portfolios are managed, helping NRG and others unlock outsized potential in our energy portfolios." With this Series B2 funding, Equilibrium will expand its commercial offerings, deepen its market-leading EQ Mission ControlTM platform, and scale its reach to serve more customers. The company is doubling down on its mission to deliver unlimited potential to energy portfolio management capabilities in the power industry. About Equilibrium Energy Equilibrium Energy is the leader in energy portfolio management capabilities and services for the power industry. The EQ Mission ControlTM platform leverages agentic artificial intelligence capabilities embedded throughout to help power companies and independent power producers unlock the full potential in their energy portfolios. Founded in 2021, the technology startup quickly became the market leader in managing dynamic power portfolios, combining its expertise across power systems, power markets, artificial intelligence, and software engineering to unlock unprecedented capabilities for its clients. For more information, visit About GS Energy GS Energy Corporation is the energy holding company of GS Group, a conglomerate based in South Korea with operations across the energy, power, retail and construction sectors. GS Energy's portfolio spans across power generation & district heating, EV charging, power solutions, battery recycling, natural gas imports & LNG terminal, exploration & production, and refining & petrochemicals. For more information, visit About NRG Energy NRG Energy Inc. is a leading energy and home services company powered by people and our passion for a smarter, cleaner, and more connected future. A Fortune 500 company operating in the United States and Canada, NRG delivers innovative solutions that help people, organizations, and businesses achieve their goals while also advocating for competitive energy markets and customer choice. More information is available at Connect with NRG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X. View source version on Contacts corporate@ Sign in to access your portfolio
