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USA Today
29-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Erin Blanchfield, Maycee Barber react to Valentina Shevchenko's title win vs. Manon Fiorot
Erin Blanchfield, Maycee Barber react to Valentina Shevchenko's title win vs. Manon Fiorot Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber weren't entirely surprised by Valentina Shevchenko's win over Manon Fiorot. Shevchenko retained her flyweight title earlier this month by outlasting Manon Fiorot in the UFC 315 co-main event. Blanchfield (13-2 MMA, 7-1 UFC) and Barber (14-2 MMA, 9-2 UFC), who square off in Saturday's UFC on ESPN 68 (ESPN, ESPN+) headliner at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, weighed in on the outcome of the fight. With a win, both fighters are looking to secure the next shot at Shevchenko (25-4-1 MMA, 14-3-1 UFC). "I think Valentina looked really good that night," Blanchfield told MMA Junkie and other reporters at Wednesday's media day. "She looked right back to her old self. She kept her distance, she was countering really well. I think Manon was kind of coming in a little bit harder. "Usually she's more of a point fighter, uses a lot of movement. But Valentina was almost luring her into her game. Valentina was just out-striking her. Manon would get some takedowns, but she couldn't really do too much with it, and I felt like Valentina was really dictating that fight." Barber said she expected the outcome as it happened. "It was close," Barber said. "I didn't have a lot of emotion towards it just because I've been so focused on the fight that I have, but I think that Manon is a great fighter. I don't think she has a whole lot of championship personality, but I also didn't really have any surprise that Valentina continued to do what she's been able to do best, and that's have dominant performances over these women."
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Enterprise World Spotlights Valentina Moreno Aristeguieta for Legal Excellence and Strategic Leadership
The Enterprise World highlights Valentina Moreno Aristeguieta, Uber's Legal Director, as a "Most Influential Lawyer." Learn how she transforms legal counsel into strategic partnerships, expertly navigating complex regulations, and championing ethical innovation. The Most Influential Lawyer In Legal Services - 2025 The Enterprise World The Enterprise World Spotlights Valentina Moreno Aristeguieta for Legal Excellence and Strategic Leadership San Francisco, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- — Valentina Moreno Aristeguieta, Legal Director, Uber The Enterprise World Magazine recognises Valentina Moreno Aristeguieta in its latest issue– Most Influential Lawyers in Legal Services. This special issue celebrates legal leaders redefining the profession with innovation, integrity, and impact—and Valentina is a standout example. The latest issue showcases a curated selection of legal professionals who are not only excelling in their respective fields but are also driving transformative change within the legal industry. This edition highlights individuals whose innovative approaches, leadership, and commitment to ethical practices are setting new standards in legal services. Valentina Moreno Aristeguieta, the Legal Director for Central America, Andean, and the Caribbean at Uber, embodies this spirit. She blends her passion for law with a forward-thinking approach, steering Uber through complex regulatory landscapes while championing sustainability and innovation. Valentina's leadership extends beyond legal counsel; she plays a pivotal role in shaping strategic decisions that align with ethical practices and long-term Counsel as Strategic PartnersValentina's shift from law firm to in-house counsel redefined her role—from legal advisor to strategic business partner—bridging legal compliance with corporate growth and innovation. Leadership Through EmpowermentShe builds high-performing legal teams by fostering autonomy, setting clear KPIs, and cultivating a culture of collaboration, trust, and emotional intelligence. Turning Regulatory Challenges into OpportunitiesOperating across 12 diverse countries, Valentina views outdated or fragmented regulations not as barriers, but as chances to work with policymakers to craft forward-looking, socially responsible frameworks. Proactive Risk ManagementValentina integrates legal early into business planning, using structured risk frameworks and tools to empower teams—shifting legal from a gatekeeper role to a value-adding collaborator. Adapting to Evolving Legal LandscapesShe stays ahead by embracing legal tech, data analytics, and continuous learning—while championing a customer-centric, ethical approach to future-ready legal services. The Most Influential Lawyer In Legal Services issue offers more than recognition—it's a collection of stories that reveal how modern legal leaders are driving transformation. Valentina's feature is a roadmap for aspiring legal professionals looking to evolve from advisors into changemakers. About The Enterprise World The Enterprise World serves as a platform for leading business minds to share their journeys—highlighting both their successes and the challenges they've overcome to become standout figures in today's dynamic enterprise landscape. In a world where business is constantly evolving, the magazine captures these shifts by exploring fresh themes each month, showcasing emerging trends, industry growth, and key developments from across the global business arena. Attachments The Most Influential Lawyer In Legal Services - 2025 The Enterprise World The Enterprise World Spotlights Valentina Moreno Aristeguieta for Legal Excellence and Strategic Leadership CONTACT: Peter Johnson Marketing Coordinator peter@ +1 614 385 1709 Ohio, Columbus Company: The Enterprise World Website - 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
The Sun
24-05-2025
- The Sun
Urgent search for missing schoolgirl, 13, not seen since Thursday after ‘getting off bus'
AN urgent search has been launched to find a missing schoolgirl. Cops say Valentina, 13, was last seen getting off a bus in Swindon on Thursday evening. She is described as being of medium build with brown curly hair, and was last seen wearing black leggings, a blue hoodie, and blue Jordan trainers. Police are appealing with anyone with information to contact them. Posting on the Swindon Police Facebook page, officers from Swindon Police said: 'We are appealing for your help to locate Valentina, 13, who has been reported missing from Swindon. 'She was last seen getting off the number 17 bus at 7pm on Thursday (22/05) in Swindon, although the exact location has not been disclosed, and we are increasingly concerned for her welfare. 'Valentina is described as being of medium build with brown curly hair. "She was last seen wearing black leggings, a blue hoodie and blue Jordan trainers. 'If you can help us to locate Valentina please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54250062425.' 1
Observer
22-05-2025
- Observer
In the Mountains of Oman, a Flower's History Comes Alive
Imagine standing in the mountains of Oman, surrounded by a patchwork of bright pink and white damask roses, their scent filling the air. It's the middle of the rose harvest season in Jabal Akdhar, and amid all the natural beauty, Dr Valentina Bruccoleri is talking about something even more fascinating — the story of roses and what they've meant to people all over the world, across centuries. Valentina's presence in Oman extends beyond the scenic landscape. As an accomplished art historian and curator specialising in Islamic and Chinese art, she brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Additionally, she has a profound interest in the history of fragrances. In her position as the new curator of the Wadi Dawkah Manufacture & Visitor Centre, working closely with the esteemed high-perfumery house Amouage, she will regularly visit Oman. Her aim is to develop programmes that enhance the guest experience and elevate the centre's cultural and artistic offerings. After a busy morning exploring the terrace gardens of Jabal Akdhar, outside the modern distillery of one of Oman's rose farmers, Valentina began sharing stories about roses, weaving in her knowledge of art, history, and perfumes from her time working at the Louvre, the Forbidden City, and beyond. It was an unusual setting for a talk about a flower, but that's precisely what made it so special. As the afternoon sun hits the mountains, Valentina begins her journey — not with flowers alone, but with stories from centuries past. She pulls out copies of small, delicate manuscript from her bag explaining that it was from a 12th-century Arab book, written in beautiful calligraphy. The pages show illustrations and recipes, like a medieval 'kitchen' of ingredients that included frankincense, white pepper, and roses. This wasn't just about perfume — it was medicine, magic, and art rolled into one. People believed that rosewater and roses had healing powers, and these recipes traveled from the Islamic world into Europe. She explains how roses weren't just pretty flowers—they played a role in everyday life, medicine, and spirituality. Moving from medieval manuscripts, her story jumps forward in time, to the Ottoman Empire. Valentina describes Sultan Mehmed II, the ruler who took Constantinople in 1453, as a leader who wanted to be remembered smelling a rose. She points out a picture of him with a rose in his hand, a symbol of power and sophistication. Apparently, even the marble of Hagia Sophia was sprinkled with rosewater during its transformation into a mosque, blending faith, royalty, and scent into a kind of divine ritual. The love for roses in the Ottoman court was huge. Court gardens grew roses in such quantities that, at one point, an estimated 4,000 kilograms of rosewater were sent to the Sultan's palace in a single year. That's enough to make a lot of perfumes, but also shows just how much the flower symbolised beauty, divinity, and royalty. Travelers from the period talk about how the scent of roses was everywhere, almost like a royal perfume that everyone was built around. Valentina then takes us to Persia, where textiles decorated with rose motifs show a culture that loved the flower not just for its beauty, but as a symbol of love and spirituality. She describes an incredible textile in the Cleveland Museum that has dozens of roses woven into its design — a piece of art that shows the deep connection between the flower and Persian culture. For people in Persia, roses weren't just ornamental; they represented the divine. She moves on to India, where Mughal rulers loved roses too. She shows us a tiny dagger decorated with gold and turquoise, with a painted rose on it — a sign of wealth and power made even more meaningful by the flower's long history in the region. In India, roses became part of grand ceremonies and celebrations, a symbol of beauty that merged earthly riches with spiritual meaning. But it's not just about the physical objects. Valentina shares how poetry and stories bring roses even alive. She reads a verse from a famous Persian poet, Baki, who described roses and nightingales as symbols of divine love. In these poems, the rose isn't just a flower — it's the beloved, the divine, the spiritual soul longing for connection. She also shows wonderful pictures of antique mirror cases from Persia carved with roses and flowers, made by artisans who understood what the flower meant — a symbol of beauty, prestige, and spiritual longing. Even today, these objects remind us that roses have always been more than just pretty flowers. As she wraps up, Valentina points out how the story of roses isn't stuck in the past. It's a living part of our history, inspiring art, fashion, and fragrances even today. From the royal courts of the Ottoman Empire to modern perfume houses, the symbol and smell of roses continue to tell stories about love, power, and beauty. Standing here in Oman, surrounded by roses and history, Valentina's words remind us that flowers like the rose are more than just nature's beauty — they're woven into the stories we tell about ourselves, about art, and about the world. Her journey was not just about a flower — it was about the human desire to find meaning, spirituality, and connection in something as simple and beautiful as a bloom. Photos from Dr Bruccoleri's Instagram account: @valentinaforart
Daily Mirror
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Drag Race star comes out as transgender in emotional post on 34th birthday
RuPaul's Drag Race star and former Drag Race Mexico host Valentina Xunaxi, who rose to fame in season nine, shared an emotional post on her 34th birthday Former Drag Race Mexico co-host Valentina Xunaxi has come out as a transgender woman in an emotional new post shared on her 34th birthday. The stunning reality star took to her page on Instagram to share several gorgeous photos taken of her as she made the announcement. In the photos, Valentina rocked long wavy locks, a full face of glam, a simple spaghetti strap top and black trousers. She wrote both in English and in Spanish: "Hello everyone, it's me Valentina Xunaxi. Today is my birthday. I turn 34. For some time now I've been in transition, I've been doing it privately but today I wanted to open and share with you all. "Along the way I've felt pressure to come forward so I've decided and wanted to take today to declare myself as a transgender woman. I welcome all the love, support and protection from my dear fans. Thank you so much." Fans and friends immediately took to the comment section to share their support for the Drag Race star, with Bianca Del Rio simply writing: "HAPPY BIRTHDAY! LOVE, NANA." "Happy birthday beautiful!!! Love you!" Jaida Essence Hall commented. One drag queen wrote in Spanish: "Awww you are so beautiful. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY LOVERRRRRR." Others sharing their support included Michelle Visage, Detox and Jewels Sparkles. Others from the Drag Race community sharing their support included Amanda Tori Meating, DeJa Skye, Monet X Change, Peppermind, Farrah Moan, Shea Coulee, June Jambalaya, CoCo Montrese and Tammie Brown. In 2019, Valentina came out as nonbinary in a chat with Out. She said at the time: "I identify as nonbinary. I don't completely feel like a man, I don't completely feel like a woman. I feel like a goddess. I feel like I'm my own gender." That same year saw her portray Angel in Rent Live, a character some people have interpreted as being transgender or genderfluid. She had only been doing drag for less than a year in LA night nightclubs when she was cast in season nine of RuPaul's Drag Race, which aired in 2017. In 2023, Valentina co-hosted the first season of Drag Race México. One of Valentina's famous moments was from her original season during the elimination in episode nine to Nina Bo'Nina Brown after losing her lipsync battle to Ariana Grande's Greedy. She was wearing a face mask as part of her look but refused to remove it for the lip syncing in a moment that went viral among fans. Valentina landed in seventh place and won only one challenge but viewers voted her Miss Congeniality.
