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L'Orient-Le Jour
03-05-2025
- Business
- L'Orient-Le Jour
Fuel prices increase again in Lebanon, except for the gas cylinder
Gasoline and diesel prices slightly increased on Friday in Lebanon, while the price of the gas cylinder, which is adjusted less frequently, remained unchanged, according to the latest schedule published by the Ministry of Energy and Water. Here are the new rates: – 20 liters of 95-octane gasoline: 1,348,000 Lebanese liras (+LL 10,000) – 20 liters of 98-octane gasoline: LL 1,388,000 LL (+LL 10,000) – 20 liters of diesel (for vehicles): LL 1,217,000 (+LL 7,000) – Kiloliter of fuel oil (used to power private electric generators): $619.37, up $4.23 from the last schedule released on Tuesday. – Domestic gas cylinder: LL 979,000 (unchanged)
L'Orient-Le Jour
02-05-2025
- Business
- L'Orient-Le Jour
Generator rates see a slight decrease in April
A very slight decrease has been noted in the price of the kilowatt-hour (kWh) produced and sold by private or neighborhood electric generators for bills issued in April 2025, according to the latest tariff schedule published Wednesday by the Ministry of Energy and Water. The kWh price is set at LL 28,591 (approximately $0.32). It is known that the kWh price is always increased by 10 percent for operators in mountainous (more than 700 meters above sea level) and/or rural areas, bringing it to LL 31,451 (nearly $0.35), compared to LL 32,972 the previous month. To calculate their bill, each subscriber must multiply the fixed price by the number of kWh corresponding to their consumption, recorded on an individual meter that the operator is supposed to have installed. The adopted dollar exchange rate is the market rate, which is LL 89,700 for a dollar bill. The average fuel oil price taken into account for this tariff calculation is LL 1,305,617 for 20 liters (a decrease compared to the LL 1,338,852 used for March bills). The other components of the pricing, which include a 10 percent margin, remain unchanged. Regarding fixed fees, for a maximum intensity of 5 amperes (A), the monthly flat rate is still LL 385,000 ($4.29), while that for an intensity of 10 A is LL 685,000 ($7.64). The ministry also imposes an additional charge of LL 300,000 ($3.34) for each additional 5 A from 10 A onwards. For installations connected to a three-phase meter (like elevators), an additional flat rate is calculated based on a reference capacity. For an elevator powered by three phases that can support 15 A each, the generator owner should only charge LL 985,000 ($10.98) and not LL 2,785,000 ($31.05). Private generators have been tolerated for decades, during which they have established themselves as a remedy to the structural production shortfall of Électricité du Liban (EDL). The obligation for generator owners to install an individual meter at each of their subscribers' premises came into effect in 2017, but not everyone complies.
Emirates Woman
25-03-2025
- Business
- Emirates Woman
How I got my job as… Co-founders of Cin Cin
This week we chat with Louise Lazarus and Geo Moriarty, Co-Founders of the fashion label Cin Cin. Welcome to the Emirates Woman weekly series 'How I got my job as…' where we speak to some incredible entrepreneurs and businesswomen both based in the UAE and globally to find out about their career paths that led them to where they are now; what their daily routines look like; the advice they'd give to those starting out; and the hurdles they've had to overcome. As an ode to the 70's jet set and a 'more is more' aesthetic, the Australian founders began their journey in print design, a process that has become their brand's signature since its launch in 2019. With each collection, anticipated motifs and 'troppo-graphic' prints are released in vivid colour swim and resortwear, designed and produced in-house from start to finish. The brand is also available at Ounass and THAT Concept Store in Dubai. To delve into their story, Emirates Woman spoke to the co-founders to see how their journey in the fashion world began. What was your favourite subject at school? GM: Art was my favorite. Less rules and more room to explore. LL: Art. I loved the creative freedom and time away from textbooks. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cin Cin (@ What was your first job? GM: I was previously a Sales Assistant at a high-end clothing boutique when I was 14. It was a real insight into what women want, hearing all the feedback in the fitting rooms. LL: I used to be a Sales Assistant at a swim/surf brand when I was 15. This was my first experience in retail, where I gained an introduction to swimwear brands and developed early skills in customer service and communication. What brought you to Dubai? GM: We discovered Dubai through connecting with our beloved UAE clientele. They're women with discerning taste and are not afraid to wear vivid color or prints and layer pieces masterfully to create beautiful head-to-toe outfits. What inspired you to enter the space and launch Cin Cin? GM: After Lou and I decided to leave our previous job that didn't light us up. We embarked on a a three months travel journey. We then returned home to a life that was a blank canvas essentially. The world was our oyster and our brains were so decompressed after travel that we connected through shared inspiration and this escalated quickly. So began the journey of learning how to make our first prints. LL: Geo and I had just returned from a long trip, where the idea of starting a swimwear brand began to take shape—sparked by everything we'd seen and experienced during our travels across Europe. The thought of returning to a traditional office job just didn't sit right. Our yin-and-yang dynamic worked effortlessly, and in December 2018, we took a leap of faith and launched our very first swim and resort wear collection. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cin Cin (@ Talk us through the concept? GM: Cin Cin is all about celebration, being named after the European toast to good health. It's all about maximalism and a 'more is more' aesthetic. Our customer is not afraid to be bold, playful and is a fashion fanatic. LL: Cin Cin is inspired by the celebratory spirit of the jet-set lifestyle. We saw a gap in the market for a 'more is more' aesthetic—bold, confident, and unapologetically sexy—drawing on retro graphic prints and head-to-toe statement looks. What are the key elements of your role? GM: As an emerging fashion brand we all wear so many hats. Design, product development, range planning, marketing, writing copy, liaising with the retail boutique team and the list goes on. LL: As Geo mentioned, we all wear many hats! With a background in fashion and graphic design, I naturally found myself deeply involved in our print designs, colour palettes, and overall branding. I also help manage our team, oversee range planning and design, and developing creative concepts, among many other things. Talk us through your daily routine. GM: At the moment I'm woken up around 5am by the rescue puppies I have and enjoy my morning tending to them and getting ready for a day at the office. I ride my motorcycle to our nearby studios and will spend the day there and next door at our production facility. Being based in Bali is a unique lifestyle – we're so blessed to be able to be on the ground and so hands on with our staff. LL My mornings start with early cuddles from my three-year-old, which is honestly the best way to wake up. We get up and make breakfast together, and I've been really enjoying a Matcha Latte— either before or after a gym workout, depending on the day. I usually head into the office for meetings or work from home, depending on how the day is unfolding. What advice do you have for anyone looking to follow in the same footsteps? GM: Practical studies like fashion illustration, sewing and pattern making have informed so much of my knowledge when developing designs on and off the body, but really, I'd say that anyone's pursuit of fashion needs to be a labour of love because the rag trade can be tough. Don't expect overnight success. LL: If you decide to start your own brand—amazing! It's an exciting journey, but one you need to take seriously if you see it as your long-term career path. It's not for the faint- hearted, and I highly recommend partnering with someone you trust. Doing it solo can be daunting, and having someone to bounce ideas off and grow alongside makes a huge difference. Don't give up when things get tough—there will be mistakes, but there will also be so many rewards along the way. Tell us more about the pieces? GM: Ruching, cut-outs, tiers, glimmering gold hardware are some of the elements you'll find on our pieces. We are like kids in a candy store when designing and love to satisfy the different facets of our fashion tastes. LL: Daring, bold, glamorous, and unapologetically adventurous. Our signature statement cut-outs, adorned with custom gold hardware, are designed to turn heads. Cin Cin is your go-to, head-to- toe brand for your next vacation or event. What is the best piece of advice you have ever received? GM: To 'zoom out' for a new perspective as it's easy to get lost. Also, listen to your intuition, this is equally as important in business as it is in life. LL: The best piece of advice I've received is: don't sweat the small stuff. It's so easy to get caught up in the little things, especially when you're juggling work, life, and everything in between. But with time, I've learned that most problems and challenges are temporary. They pass, and often they teach you something valuable along the way. And what is the worst? GM: I feel like it's worth noting here that as a business owner you are thrown advice from everyone and every corner possible. Everyone has an opinion from the sidelines and it's important to be extremely selective with the advice you listen to. LL: Stop listening to everyone around you and start tuning into your own intuition. If something doesn't feel right—it usually isn't. The more you learn to listen to that inner voice, the stronger it becomes. Outside opinions can be helpful, but no one knows your vision, your values, or your instincts better than you do. What's the biggest challenge you have had to overcome? LL: One of the biggest challenges I've faced has been moving to new countries and constantly having to start over—adapting to new cultures, building new friendships, and finding my place all over again. It's a journey that takes time, patience, and resilience. There have been plenty of ups and downs along the way, but each experience has shaped me, helped me grow, and taught me the value of adaptability and inner strength What's lies ahead for the brand? GM: Bricks and mortar retail expansion is important to us as we love being able to provide an experiential element to the brand. We have exciting collaborations and product ranges planned for this year – you'll just have to wait and see. LL: Exciting things are on the horizon! We're expanding our retail presence globally, launching a kidswear range, introducing loungewear, and growing our accessories and overall product offering. It's an incredible time of growth, and we can't wait to share what's next. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Supplied
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
LL COOL J Teases 'Amazing Performances' In Store For 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards
LL COOL J is making iHeartRadio Music Awards history this year! The beloved hip-hop star is set to become the show's first repeat host when he emcees the award show next week, following his first time helming the event in 2022. While chatting with Access Hollywood, LL shared that he's excited to be back – both as a host and a fan. 'It's always fun – to be close to the music as a music fan, to be close to the artists, to see people get celebrated, to see people get nominated,' he shared. 'This is kind of a way for me to be close to what I love, and hosting feels really natural and fun for me, so I'm happy to do it.' 'It's not like work,' he added. 'I just want to make sure the people at home have a good time when they see it.' Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, GloRilla and Gracie Abrams are among the list of musicians set to perform. When asked if he'll also take the stage for a song, LL kept coy! 'We're going to have to see about the performing; people are going to have to watch to see,' he teased. 'But I'll tell you, there will be amazing performances – let's just put it like that.' The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards air March 17 at 8/7c on FOX.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
LL Cool J to Host 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards
LL Cool J is set to host the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, which will air live from Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Monday, March 17 (8-10 p.m. ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX. LL also hosted the show in 2022. He is the first repeat host in the show's 12-year history. A wide range of top acts — Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, GloRilla, Gracie Abrams, Kenny Chesney, Muni Long and Nelly — are set to perform on the show. More from Billboard Taylor Swift & Morgan Wallen Lead Nominees at 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, Where Eras Tour Will Be Named 'Tour of the Century' HARDY & Wife Caleigh Welcome First Child Lil Nas X Releasing New Song 'Dreamboy' Tonight, 'Hotbox' on Friday LL hosted the Grammy Awards five years running, from 2012-16. He has also hosted or co-hosted the Soul Train Music Awards (1996-97), the NAACP Image Awards (2007) and the MTV Music Video Awards (2022). Taylor Swift and Morgan Wallen are the leading contenders for the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, with 10 nods each. They are followed by Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone and Sabrina Carpenter, with nine nods each. All five artists are nominated for artist of the year, as are Billie Eilish, Doja Cat, Jelly Roll, SZA and Teddy Swims. Lady Gaga will receive the 2025 iHeartRadio Innovator Award, which is presented to an artist who has impacted both music and global culture throughout their career. Mariah Carey will receive the 2025 iHeartRadio Icon Award. Nelly will receive the 2025 iHeartRadio Landmark Award, honoring artists whose album releases have inspired and shaped culture over multiple decades. Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour will be named Tour of the Century (despite the fact that we're only one-quarter of the way through the century). The telecast will air an exclusive performance from the opening night of The Eras Tour, March 17, 2023. The 12th annual iHeartRadio Music Awards will celebrate the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2024, while also offering a preview of the hits of 2025. The event also will be heard on iHeartRadio stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app. Fan voting will determine this year's favorite soundtrack, favorite Broadway debut, favorite K-pop dance challenge, favorite surprise guest and favorite tour tradition (all of which are new categories this year), plus these five returning categories: best lyrics, best music video, favorite tour style, favorite tour photographer and favorite on screen. Social voting began on Jan. 22 and will close on March 10 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Fans can vote by visiting Additional categories include label of the year and individual winners for album of the year in music's biggest genres, including pop, country, alternative, rock, dance, hip-hop, R&B, Latin and regional Mexican formats. For a full list of categories, visit Executive producers for the iHeartRadio Music Awards are Joel Gallen, for Tenth Planet; and Sykes, Poleman and Bart Peters, for iHeartMedia. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
