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CairoScene
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Beloved Mexican Beer Sol Has Finally Arrived in Egypt
Sol, the crisp century-old Mexico City lager, is debuting in Egypt. The name, which translates to "the sun," is a nod to this light, easygoing spirit. Jul 21, 2025 Egypt's beer shelves are getting a new addition this summer as Mexican lager SOL officially enters the market. First brewed near Mexico City in 1899, the golden lager is now available in Egypt for the first time, offering a crisp profile and easy-drinking appeal that stands out from the usual lineup. The beer's name—Spanish for 'the sun'—is tied to its origins in a brewery where sunlight once streamed through the roof. With a lower alcohol by volume and a light taste profile, SOL is positioned for casual, laid-back settings. With over a century of brewing history and a name that evokes warmth and brightness, SOL brings a refreshing hint of Mexico to Egyptian fridges.
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Need to try this' cry cleaning fans over Fabulosa's new summer range that makes your home smell like £24 Sol de Janeiro
SHOPPERS are going wild for a bargain cleaning brand's new summer range which make your whole home smell just like a viral Sol De Janeiro spray. Fabulosa already has an army of devoted cleaning fanatics who have cupboards full of their disinfectants. 2 Cleaning fans are loving Fabulosa's new summer range 2 Prices start from £1 in The Range And now they are running to their local The Range store to get their hands on the brand's newest scent. So if you can't get enough of the stunning scents of Sol de Janeiro and want your home to smell like it too, then we've got you covered. The best thing about it the new Summer Crush collection is that prices start from just £1. The fragrance-led home and lifestyle brand vowed to bring the sunshine indoors with the new scent, part of the larger Your Sol Mate collection, which is now available to shop in The Range. Read more in Fabulous Infused with scentsational notes of comforting pistachio and caramel, Summer Crush opens with a fruity floral burst. It then blooms into a heart of jasmine, freesia, heliotrope, rose, lily, and orchid, and settles on a sweet, warm base of vanilla, sugar, musk, tonka, moss, cedar, and sandalwood. The new scent is available in Fabulosa's concentrated multi-purpose cleaner, fabric freshener, all-purpose cleaner, and multi-purpose cleaner. And cleaning fanatics are already racing to their nearest The Range to bag the new buys. Most read in Fabulous "Oooh I need to try this", one gushed. A second wrote: "Straight in the basket." I tried Fabulosa's floor cleaner in must-have new scent - the smell lasts for 48 hours Meanwhile, a third added: "Wow I neeeed this. Love fabulosa." If the new Fabulosa scent has inspired you to go on a cleaning spree, the timing couldn't be better. An expert recently revealed the cleaning mistakes that are making your home dirtier - and the "top-to-bottom" step that guarantees sparkling surfaces. This Morning's Queen of Clean and home expert Lynsey Crombie ( "Dust falls like snow, so if you start vacuuming or wiping lower surfaces first, any dust or dirt from higher spots will settle back down," the cleaning expert said. She described the most logical order to wipe down the surfaces in your home. "When cleaning a room, always begin at the highest points: Cobwebs, tops of cabinets and light fixtures – then work your way down walls, furniture, and finally, the floor," she said. According to the pro, the same rule applies to your house as a whole. "If you have stairs, start cleaning from the top floor and work your way down," Lynsey advised. "This way, when clearing clutter or rubbish, you're bringing it down with you rather than carrying it back upstairs." Cleaning hacks and tips Here are some tips to help you clean your home like a pro: How to clean your washing machine in a few easy steps Keep on top of cleaning your oven regularly Clean your shower to ensure it's always sparkling How to clean your microwave using cheap household items Here's how to get rid of that nasty limescale in your kettle You're cleaning your carpet all wrong - here's how to get it spotless again in no time Unblock a toilet without a plunger Clean your fabric or leather sofa in a few easy steps If you haven't Steps to cleaning your dishwasher to leave it looking brand new This is how to clean mirrors and windows without streaking Keep your toilet clean in four easy steps Give your TV screen a once-over Did you know your Venetian, Roman, vertical, or roller blinds also need cleaning? Deep-clean your fridge in five simple steps
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘Need to try this' cry cleaning fans over Fabulosa's new summer range that makes your home smell like £24 Sol de Janeiro
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SHOPPERS are going wild for a bargain cleaning brand's new summer range which make your whole home smell just like a viral Sol De Janeiro spray. Fabulosa already has an army of devoted cleaning fanatics who have cupboards full of their disinfectants. 2 Cleaning fans are loving Fabulosa's new summer range 2 Prices start from £1 in The Range And now they are running to their local The Range store to get their hands on the brand's newest scent. So if you can't get enough of the stunning scents of Sol de Janeiro and want your home to smell like it too, then we've got you covered. The best thing about it the new Summer Crush collection is that prices start from just £1. The fragrance-led home and lifestyle brand vowed to bring the sunshine indoors with the new scent, part of the larger Your Sol Mate collection, which is now available to shop in The Range. Infused with scentsational notes of comforting pistachio and caramel, Summer Crush opens with a fruity floral burst. It then blooms into a heart of jasmine, freesia, heliotrope, rose, lily, and orchid, and settles on a sweet, warm base of vanilla, sugar, musk, tonka, moss, cedar, and sandalwood. The new scent is available in Fabulosa's concentrated multi-purpose cleaner, fabric freshener, all-purpose cleaner, and multi-purpose cleaner. And cleaning fanatics are already racing to their nearest The Range to bag the new buys. "Oooh I need to try this", one gushed. A second wrote: "Straight in the basket." I tried Fabulosa's floor cleaner in must-have new scent - the smell lasts for 48 hours Meanwhile, a third added: "Wow I neeeed this. Love fabulosa." If the new Fabulosa scent has inspired you to go on a cleaning spree, the timing couldn't be better. An expert recently revealed the cleaning mistakes that are making your home dirtier - and the "top-to-bottom" step that guarantees sparkling surfaces. This Morning's Queen of Clean and home expert Lynsey Crombie (@lynsey_queenofclean) explained that a common error is not starting from the top and working your way down when cleaning surfaces. "Dust falls like snow, so if you start vacuuming or wiping lower surfaces first, any dust or dirt from higher spots will settle back down," the cleaning expert said. She described the most logical order to wipe down the surfaces in your home. "When cleaning a room, always begin at the highest points: Cobwebs, tops of cabinets and light fixtures – then work your way down walls, furniture, and finally, the floor," she said. According to the pro, the same rule applies to your house as a whole. "If you have stairs, start cleaning from the top floor and work your way down," Lynsey advised. "This way, when clearing clutter or rubbish, you're bringing it down with you rather than carrying it back upstairs."
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Sol Systems Secures $675 Million in Revolving Construction Financing to Power its Clean Energy Pipeline
The three-year commitment will initially fund 500 MW of solar and storage projects across Illinois, Ohio, and Texas Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - July 16, 2025) - Sol Systems, an independent power producer (IPP) committed to building, owning, and managing domestic clean energy infrastructure that benefits local communities, announced today it has secured a $675 million revolving construction finance facility to support the buildout of its upcoming portfolio of solar and storage projects. This financing will fund construction loans, tax equity bridge loans, and letters of credit-supporting an initial 500 megawatts (MW) of projects planned in Illinois, Ohio, and Texas. The first group of projects is expected to come online by the end of 2026. "This facility is a major step forward in scaling Sol's operating portfolio," said Richard Romero, CFO of Sol Systems. "It gives us the capital to reliably and quickly deliver clean energy projects across the country. We're grateful to our partners and lenders for their vision, trust, and alignment to accelerate this shared mission." Sol's ability to secure a facility of this scale highlights its investors' continued commitment to the long-term value of clean energy assets. The portfolio supported by this financing is comprised of a robust pipeline of shovel-ready projects aligned with state-level and corporate decarbonization goals. "We've seen long term energy supply and demand market dynamics drive continued investment into renewables. Customers continue to leverage utility scale solar for cleaner, faster, cheaper generation supply. This sizable financing paves the way for the growth of our IPP platform," said Dan Diamond, Chief Development Officer at Sol Systems. With this construction financing in place, Sol is positioned to efficiently expand its operating portfolio, allowing for a scalable cadence of project deployment. The facility further solidifies Sol's standing as a top-tier IPP with the financial and operational capabilities to meet increasing demand from corporate, utility, and community partners. The facility was arranged with support from KKR Capital Markets, acting as structuring and placement agent to Sol. Bracewell LLP acted as legal counsel for Sol, and Milbank LLP was counsel for the lender group. The syndicate of lenders includes a group of leading financial institutions, Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A., ING Capital LLC, Intesa Sanpaolo S.P.A., National Australia Bank Limited, NatWest, and Natixis, reflecting strong institutional support for Sol's innovative project portfolio and long-term market outlook. In addition, ING Capital LLC acted as Documentation Agent, and ING Capital LLC, Intesa Sanpaolo S.P.A. and Natixis were Joint Green Loan Structuring Agents. Sol Systems' $675 million revolving construction finance facility will fund an initial 500 megawatts of solar and storage projects across Illinois, Ohio, and Texas. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: This facility marks a significant milestone in Sol Systems' growth as an independent power producer, enabling the company to scale the deployment of clean energy infrastructure nationwide. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: ### About Sol Systems Sol Systems is an impact-driven Independent Power Producer (IPP) committed to building, owning, and managing clean energy infrastructure that benefits local communities. With over 7 GW of projects across 38 states, Sol integrates energy storage and grid resiliency solutions to deliver reliable, sustainable power to Fortune 500 companies, municipalities, utilities, and schools. Through strategic partnerships and community reinvestment, Sol ensures clean energy development drives long-term economic and environmental benefits. Founded in 2008 and led by its founder, Sol Systems is dedicated to shaping an energy future we can all believe in. For more information, visit Media ContactsSol Systems: Andrew Grin, pr@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
GMA Network
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Sol and Mary Ann Kapunan: Husband-and-wife tandem behind Albany's Kalayaan 1521
Sol and Mary Ann Kapunan with daughters Alexandra, 25, and Gabrielle, 16, from Niskayuna, a suburb of Albany. Mary Ann is now a nurse entrepreneur running her own hospitality business. Courtesy: The FilAm June 2021 was an auspicious time for a celebration, at least in Albany. Two reasons were brought up: One, travel restrictions caused by the pandemic had been lifted. Two, the labor issue involving Albany nurses reached an impasse and subsequently led to a contract signing. Hence, on June 26, 2021 Albany's first Philippine Independence Day parade took off in Washington Park. It was sponsored by the New York State Nurses Association with support from local organizations. In her keynote message, Mayor Kathy Sheehan paid tribute to Filipinos for their contributions to 'our culture, health care institutions and business community' and enriching the city's diversity. Parade organizer Sol Kapunan, 49, made this cheeky remark: 'This is the best opportunity to gather the support of local population because people are raring to go out after a long imprisonment.' The 123rd Philippine Independence Day parade of June 26, 2021 – Albany's first — attracted a sparse 800 people. Such number would balloon in stunning numbers in the years to come. On June 28 this year, several thousands of Filipino Americans across the state turned out for the 127th Independence Day parade prompting Sol and his wife Mary Ann, 47, to remark that the success could be gauged by the participation of more Filipino organizations closing ranks with the greater Asian community and the local population. 'We gained traction,' said Sol. Kalayaan 1521 is now in motion. It is Albany's version of PIDCI or the Philippine Independence Day Council, Inc. which mounts the iconic annual parade in New York City's Madison Avenue. Sol shared the story of how Kalayaan got its name. 'People thought the 'Kalayaan' came from the declaration of independence from Spain in Kawit, Cavite. It was not. About '1521,' they thought it's about Lapu Lapu defeating Magellan. That's not the reason,' he began. He said Kalayaan 1521 is some kind of a rallying cry for Filipinos to abandon the 'colonial mentality that plagues us.' He and wife Mary Ann, then an ICU nurse at Ellis Hospital, would lock horns while brainstorming on the name. 'Nag-aaway talaga kami,' both of them confessed in jest. 'I said I wanted freedom from the colonial mentality that plagues us. That anything foreign is good. That we allow ourselves to be relegated to second-class citizens in this country. I see that in the inferiority complex of some of us. I want us to be superior in our own way. That's the Kalayaan part. 1521 refers to the start of the colonialization of the Philippines.' It is the year Magellan arrived on Philippine shores. Listening to Sol's impassioned explanation, Mary Ann promptly came on board. Sol became the founding president of Kalayaan 1521 Council Inc., a New York non-profit corporation 'dedicated to preserving and promoting Filipino culture and heritage,' his wife of 26 years became the corporate secretary. She said, 'My background as a community leader and healthcare professional is deeply rooted in public service.' Seminarian In recalling his interesting past, Sol mentioned how he was a young seminarian in college. It did not lead to priesthood as he decided to pursue a non-sectarian path. He went on to college at the University of Santo Tomas where he completed his bachelor's degree in Philosophy and met Nursing student Mary Ann Gozon along the way. 'Different buildings but we have common friends,' he said with an ironic smile. The couple, now with two daughters, migrated to the United States in 2011 via the EB-3 skilled visa program that qualified Mary Ann who had an extensive nursing career as a nurse manager of an Ambulatory Surgical Center in the Philippines. Albany became home to the Kapunans because Mary Ann's employer then, Pathways Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, was based in Schenectady, a mere half hour away from the state capital. Sol, shy about being called an activist, found himself immersed in Albany's labor issues with nurses because of his wife's job. Local nurses are known to protest against major Albany hospitals over working conditions. He and APO fraternity brother Nathan Ty became advocates for the Filipino nurses and in the process came to know the city's local leaders. Meanwhile, Sol became a member of the board of PIDCI through an invitation from Nora Galleros, then PIDCI president. Sol is the president of Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association of Greater New York (2023-2026) of which Nora is a life-long member. 'Nora asked me, Sol, I'm in the process of cleaning the ranks of PIDCI, pwede mo ba akong tulungan? Sabi niya tumakbo ka. Hindi ko mahindian yung sister ko,' he shared. He was elected under the ticket of current president Arman David. The parade and Sol's growing influence caught the attention of Gov. Kathy Hochul. Her office reached out through an emissary from her Asian American Affairs office. The official commended Sol for his role in advocating for the Asian community and said, 'Asians need representation.' 'I told him I am not a politician but I will not sit idle on an opportunity that would help the Filipino community,' he said. Sol addresses 2025 marchers: 'If we don't tell our stories no one will.' Courtesy: The FilAm June 28, 2025 This year's parade has definitely grown from a few hundred marchers in 2021 to almost 4,000. The vendors – 26 of them — were spread all over the park showing the community the quality and variety of Philippine crafts, clothing, and cuisine. Sol thanked the local officials for supporting the Filipino community. The Filipinos, he thanked for 'showing your colors, showing what a true Filipino is. We have to tell our story because if we do not tell our story, nobody will.' Except for unusual high security around the park – police said to prevent a possible Lapu Lapu festival incident in Vancouver – the parade ended on a festive note with some participants lingering much longer like they didn't want the gathering to end. It was a lovely day. It did not rain. Kalayaan 1521 will continue to grow the Philippine parade until Filipinos in New York State recognize their role, and responsibility, in propagating Filipino heritage, said the couple. How do you ensure it will not be plagued by issues that used to trouble the old PIDCI, The FilAm asked. Sol replied. 'People might think we're a copycat. Kalayaan 1521 has a life of its own, has its own destiny. We will always observe transparency. It will not be another (old) PIDCI.' —The FilAm
