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Arab News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Arab News
What We Are Reading Today: ‘The Regime Question'
Author: Amel Ahmed The regime question—often boiled down to 'democracy or autocracy?'—has been central to democratic politics from the start. This has entailed not only fights over the extent of the franchise but also, crucially, ongoing struggles over core principles of democracy, the 'rules of the game.' In this timely study, Amel Ahmed examines the origins and development of the regime question in Western democracies and considers the implications for regime contention today. She argues that battles over the regime question were so foundational and so enduring that they constitute a dimension of politics that polarized political opponents across the regime divide. Ahmed investigates four historical cases in the study of democratic development: the United Kingdom between the Reform Act of 1832 and World War II (1832–1939), Imperial and Weimar–era Germany (1876–1933), the French Third Republic (1870–1939), and the US before World War II (1789–1939).
Time Out
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
The steakhouse that makes you feel like a kid again (and want to come back over and over)
An unforgettable dining experience goes far beyond good flavors, well-executed dishes, and impeccable service. While these are the fundamental bases for a good evening, it must also appeal to emotion to become truly memorable. And that's exactly what La Cabrera, repeatedly chosen among the best restaurants in the world, achieves. By appealing a bit to nostalgia, with nods to our inner child, this Argentine grill offers an experience you have to live at least once in your life. It's not just about perfect meats and delicious desserts: at La Cabrera, every detail—from a music box to a lollipop at the end—is designed to leave an emotional mark. La Cabrera's Starters: The Stars of the Menu 'We like our guests to live a complete journey, from beginning to end. The starters are a playful and tasty wink to open the appetite, often with nods to the classics but always with a twist. The mains, of course, are the grill's heart. And the desserts… are the grand finale. All the steps are connected by a common thread: La Cabrera's generous, fun, and slightly nostalgic spirit,' explains Gastón Riveira, the soul behind this project, whom we interviewed for this piece. 'All the steps are connected by a common thread: La Cabrera's generous, fun, and slightly nostalgic spirit' The starters at La Cabrera are like an extended appetizer that conveys abundance, color, and a desire to share. Magic is also part of the experience: at La Cabrera, it's democratic. Every dish, starter, or dessert can be paired with whatever makes the diner happy—wine, cocktails, mocktails, or a good Imperial beer. The 'Sweet' Surprise Everyone Talks About at La Cabrera One of the big bets of La Cabrera's proposal is surprise. The guest chooses from the menu what they like best to finish their lunch or dinner, but what they receive is much more than that. For example: the dulce de leche volcano is served with a scoop of cream ice cream topped with a crunchy cone. 'The mini cone is a symbol of childhood in Argentina. We included it because we like to end the meal with a smile. It's our 'thank you for coming.' It has that charm of something simple, delicious, something that transports you. Besides, who wouldn't be happy with a mini cone after a good asado?' Riveira details. 'The mini cone has that charm of something simple, delicious, something that transports you' Adding to this unforgettable wink is that the ice creams are homemade and follow the same philosophy as the meat: good raw materials and no shortcuts. 'We use real cream, real fruits, real chocolate. Some flavors are classic (dulce de leche, strawberry), others more daring like blue cheese or pumpkin in syrup. Everything starts from what we like to eat,' the chef explains. Magic Until the Last Moment Like a perfectly rehearsed choreography, that extra touch found in the starters—where the idea is to nibble, try, and share—is kept even when ordering coffee. Something so simple becomes memorable when the cup arrives at the table accompanied by a music box. You might also be interested in: 5 Places to Taste Typical Argentine Flavors 'This idea comes from something simple: why can't coffee have its own magical moment too? We love creating surprise moments. We believe details matter as much as the food. If a chocolate comes with music and a smile, it's enjoyed twice as much. And it stays in the diner's memory!' he details. 'We believe details matter as much as the food' And the surprise doesn't end there—finally, when the diner gets ready to leave after paying, La Cabrera performs its final trick: a wooden display of colorful lollipops takes center stage on the table and wins the hearts of both kids and adults. 'The lollipop is our playful closing. We wanted the experience not to end with the bill. It's like a pat on the back that says, 'thanks, come back anytime.' Kids love it and adults do too, even if they deny it,' he adds. Food Is Emotion, and La Cabrera Understands It Perfectly When someone sits at a table to try a dish, they want that bite to take them somewhere else: maybe to grandma's house, maybe to dad's grill, or to the neighborhood ice cream shop. Magic happens in that encounter between flavor and memory. When that happens, it turns a dinner or lunch into something unforgettable.
2 days ago
- Entertainment
Details of Prince Hisahito's Coming-of-Age Ceremony Announced
News from Japan Society Jul 29, 2025 13:10 (JST) Tokyo, July 29 (Jiji Press)--Japan's Imperial Household Agency on Tuesday announced the details of the coming-of-age ceremony for Prince Hisahito, son of Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko, on Sept. 6, the 19th birthday of the young prince. It will be the first coming-of-age ceremony for a male Imperial Family member in 40 years since that for Crown Prince Akishino. Prince Hisahito is second in line to the throne, after his father. During the ceremony, to be hosted by Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko, Prince Hisahito will receive a crown from Emperor Naruhito's messenger at the Crown Prince's residence at 8:45 a.m. on Sept. 6. Prince Hisahito will then attend the "Kakan-no-Gi" crown-wearing ritual at the Imperial Palace from 10 a.m., wearing traditional attire for a minor Imperial Family member. Prince Hisahito will then change into adult attire and move to the palace's three sanctuaries in a ceremonial carriage, where he will offer prayers. In the afternoon, he is scheduled to greet Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at the "Matsu-no-Ma" state room at the palace in a ritual known as "Choken-no-Gi" and then visit his grandparents, Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Empress Emerita Michiko, at their residence in Minato Ward. [Copyright The Jiji Press, Ltd.] Jiji Press
India.com
5 days ago
- General
- India.com
This Indian man used a diamond worth crores as paperweight, his name was..., where is that diamond now?
New Delhi: Among all the Nizams who ruled Hyderabad, the sixth Nizam Mir Mehboob Ali Khan was the most cheerful and fun-loving king. He was very fond of western things, be it clothes, cars, manners or habits. Born in 1866, Mehboob Ali ascended the throne at the age of three after the death of his father Afzal-ud-Daula and ruled till 1911. Mehboob Ali held an extremely grand court in Hyderabad, which many native rulers of India tried to imitate. He was also once the richest man in the world. What is the Jacob diamond? He was fond of expensive jewellery and precious diamonds. His valuable collection included many magnificent jewellery including the famous necklace of Marie Antoinette of France. However, the most famous in his collection was the Jacob diamond which is said to be the fifth largest diamond in the world. The size of Jacob is twice that of the famous Kohinoor. But what makes this diamond even more interesting is how it was found. It was found in a shoe. The person after whom it was named was a very mysterious Mr. Jacob. How did all this happen? Let's find out. What is the story of the Jacob diamond? According to Peopletree, the story of the Jacob diamond revolves around three very interesting characters. The sixth Nizam of Hyderabad Mehboob Ali Khan, his Armenian servant Albert Abid and a mysterious jeweler named Alexander Malcolm Jacob. Mir Mehboob Ali Khan ascended the throne of the richest and most powerful state in 1869. Being a kind and compassionate person, he was known as the 'beloved' king of Hyderabad. Stories are prevalent about him that he used to roam around the city in disguise and help those in need. It is said that he was so generous that no person who came to him for help returned empty-handed. He was also very fond of collecting diamonds. Who was Albert Abid? Albert Abid was an Armenian man and Mehboob Ali Khan's right hand. As the Nizam's servant, Abid's duties included looking after the Nizam's clothes, shoes, watches, jewellery and other belongings. It is said that 12 servants prepared the Nizam's clothes and Abid supervised them. But Abid also took advantage of his position. Who was Alexander Malcolm Jacob? Alexander Malcolm Jacob was a gem and antiques dealer. Through Abid, he was in regular contact with Mehboob Ali Khan. In 1891, Jacob was preparing to make the biggest deal of his life. He had planned to buy the 184.75 carat 'Imperial' diamond recently found from South Africa from a London consortium for Rs 21 lakh and sell it to the Nizam for Rs 50 lakh. With the help of Abid, Jacob met the Nizam. The Nizam told him that he would buy the diamond which was in London at that time. The condition was that the Nizam would be free to decide whether he liked the gem or not. That is, he could still say 'like' or 'dislike'. The Nizam then transferred a bank deposit of Rs 23 lakh to Jacob so that the diamond could be brought to India. Why was a case filed against Jacob? In July 1891, Jacob met the Nizam in his palace. The clever Jacob presented the diamond to him on a silver tray covered with red velvet. Mehboob Ali Khan took the diamond in his hands, looked at it a few times and said just two words, 'Do not like it'. Jacob was stunned. The biggest deal of his life had fallen through. A few days later, Jacob sent a telegram to his bank asking them to send the money to London after the Nizam agreed to buy the diamond. Later he claimed that the Nizam had told him through Abid that the 'disappearance' was a mere formality to fool the British. He actually wanted to buy the diamond. However, it appears that the Nizam changed his mind and asked for his deposit back. Jacob refused, saying the deal was done. This led to a long trial for that money. Jacob hired some of the best lawyers of British India and gave the Nizam a tough fight. The trial was long and expensive and created a sensation across India and even the international media. Eventually Jacob was acquitted of fraud charges by the court, but he did not receive the balance amount. How this diamond became a paperweight? After this trial, Mehboob Ali Khan did not want to have anything to do with the jinxed Jacob diamond. So he wrapped it in a dirty cloth, put it in an old shoe and kept it at the back of a drawer. Mehboob Ali Khan died in 1911. His son and successor, the last Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Osman Ali Khan, is said to have found the diamond in his father's shoe and used it as a paperweight. Irrespective of its size and price, the Jacob diamond had caused so much embarrassment to his father that the new Nizam also did not want to have anything to do with it. Eventually, decades later, the Jacob diamond was transferred to a trust and in 1995, the Indian government acquired it. It is kept safe in the vaults of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in Mumbai. The Government of India bought the Jacob diamond from the Nizam's trust by paying more than Rs 13 crore.
Hamilton Spectator
6 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Imperial Reports the Safe Return of Workers to Surface at Red Chris Mine
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Imperial Metals Corporation ('Imperial' or the 'Company') (TSX:III) provides an update on the fall of ground incident that had isolated three workers underground at the 30% owned Red Chris mine in northwest British Columbia. Mine operator Newmont announced that at approximately 10:40 pm PST, Kevin Coumbs, Darien Maduke and Jesse Chubaty, three Hy-Tech Drilling workers at the Red Chris Mine, were safely brought to surface following a fall of ground incident. Newmont stated their relief to share that all three individuals are safe, and in good health and spirits. They had consistent access to food, water, and ventilation whilst they remained in place in a refuge chamber underground over the last two days. They are now being supported by medical and wellness teams. Their families have been notified. Imperial is grateful for the safe outcome of the incident and extends it thanks to Newmont and the rescue teams. Background on Rescue Effort from the mine operator At 8:30 pm PST on Thursday, July 24, following around-the-clock efforts, our specialized line-of-sight scoop successfully cleared the fallen debris from the access tunnel. With the area stabilized, the Emergency Response Team advanced across the impacted zone using equipment with an engineered Falling Object Protective System. Upon reaching the refuge chamber, the team found Kevin, Darien, and Jesse in stable condition. Together with the Emergency Response Team, they returned to surface using the same protected equipment. This outcome is the result of tireless collaboration, technical expertise, and above all, safety and care. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the rescue teams and all those involved, and to Kevin, Darien, and Jesse as they recover from this experience. About Imperial Imperial is a Vancouver based exploration, mine development and operating company with holdings that include the Mount Polley mine (100%), the Huckleberry mine (100%), and the Red Chris mine (30%). Imperial also holds a portfolio of 23 exploration properties in British Columbia. Company Contacts Brian Kynoch | President | 604.669.8959 Darb S. Dhillon | Chief Financial Officer | 604.669.8959
