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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
I can't help but think The Young and the Restless' Kyle and Claire are about to experience some infidelity
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. As if it weren't enough that The Young and the Restless' Kyle (Michael Mealor) and Claire (Hayley Erin) were having to contend with Victor's (Eric Braeden) interference and Summer (Allison Lanier) looming around offscreen, I can't help but think the happy couple has some infidelity in their near future. If you've been keeping up with the episodes, you're probably thinking I'm referring to Kyle and Audra (Zuleyka Silver). Thanks to Victor's enticing offer, Audra has made it her mission to destroy #Kylaire, and at Victor's suggestion, it seems as if Audra is willing to achieve that mission by enticing him a bit, using their past chemistry as bait. While I was initially side-eyeing the prospect of Audra using her powers of seduction, that changed when Holden (Nathan Owens) astutely pointed out that it appears Audra may still have lingering feelings for Kyle. Sure, she's been livid with him for getting her fired from Glissade and she thinks of him as an entitled brat, but their banter isn't completely of the 'I hate you' variety. Thinking about this, their vibe actually reminds me of Niles (Daniel Davis) and C.C. (Lauren Lane) on The Nanny or Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie in Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Kyle and Audra straddle the line of wanting to metaphorically strangle each other, but perhaps they secretly see the banter as foreplay. Now I recently predicted that Audra and Kyle would find themselves having drinks soon, and in a moment of drunkenness, they would hook up. But perhaps I'm wrong. In fact, I'm starting to think Claire may actually find herself hooking up with Holden. I can imagine a scenario in which Claire spots Kyle and Audra in a compromising position and assumes the worst, believing they hit the sheets. Then, a distraught Claire goes to the Athletic Club, where she runs into Holden, and he offers her a listening ear and a few Vespers. The two have had nothing but friendly interactions so far, but who's to say a heartbroken Claire won't decide to have some fun with the handsome newcomer? To add, if Claire tells Holden that something happened between Kyle and Audra, Holden may find himself a little heartbroken. He's not so secretly been pining away for Ms. Charles, so he might find comfort in Claire as much as she'd find comfort in him. Not for nothing, I like the idea of a Kyle and Claire pairing. To be clear, this is all speculation from my part. But the wheels of this #Kylaire train seem primed to fall off soon. New episodes of The Young and the Restless air weekdays on CBS. Episodes become available to stream on Paramount Plus the next day.
Morocco World
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Morocco World
Twin Cities: Italy's Monteverdi's Spirit Lights Up Fez at Sacred Music Festival
Fez – The 28th Fez Festival of World Sacred Music began with a sense of reverence and celebration as Italy, this year's guest of honor, showed a musical gift to the Moroccan audience. A night of sacred beauty The highlight of the evening in Bab El Makina was a rare performance of Vespro della Beata Vergine by Claudio Monteverdi, a masterpiece of early sacred music. Set in the heart of Fez, the performance unfolded like a spiritual journey. The Festival Monteverdi Choir and Orchestra, under the direction of Italian conductor Antonio Greco, shared the stage with Morocco's Ensemble Briouel and the Orchestre Arabo-Andalou de Fes, led by maestro Mohammed Briouel. Together, they created something deeply traditional and quietly moving. Music melting pot Monteverdi's Vespers , composed in 1610, stands at the meeting point of Renaissance purity and Baroque drama. The work is known for its grandeur, complexity, and expressive force. But what made this performance in Fez so unique was its fusion with the local musical heritage. The inclusion of the Arabo-Andalusian orchestra did more than accompany the piece, it transformed it. Moroccan instruments and rhythms threaded through Monteverdi's European harmonies, adding warmth and texture. The result felt less like a reinterpretation and more like a conversation between two distant, yet kindred, traditions. Briouel, a master of classical Arab-Andalusian music and a pupil of Hadj Abdelkrim Raïs, brought depth and authenticity to the performance. His presence was a reminder that sacred music, no matter its origin, draws from the same well of devotion and human longing. Twin cities Earlier in the day, Italy's Ambassador to Morocco, Armando Barucco, spoke about the historical and cultural ties between the two countries. 'Florence, the cradle of the European Renaissance, is twinned with only one city in the world,' he said. 'That city is Fez.' Barucco's words noted the theme of this year's festival, a celebration not only of music but of shared ideals. 'We asked ourselves what we could offer in return for this invitation,' he said. 'We turned to our roots, to Monteverdi, a composer who helped shape the very concept of sacred music in Europe. By bringing his work here, we offer a gesture of cultural respect.' As the final notes of the Vespers lingered in the night air, the audience rose to its feet in quiet awe. This was not just a performance, but a moment of grace. For those present, it felt as if the walls between past and present, between Florence and Fez, had briefly fallen away. The night set the tone for a festival devoted to sacred sounds and spiritual connections. In a world often divided, the Fez Festival remains a place where music reminds us of what unites us. And last night, Monteverdi's voice, carried across centuries and cultures, spoke as clearly as ever. Tags: fes festivalFes Festival of World Sacred Musicitaly morocco
The Star
28-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Conclave to elect new pope to start on May 7, cardinals meet
Cardinals attend the Vespers prayers after visiting the tomb of Pope Francis in Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major (Santa Maria Maggiore), in Rome, Italy, April 27, 2025. Francesco Sforza/Vatican Media/Handout via REUTERS VATICAN CITY (Reuters) -Roman Catholic cardinals will begin their secret conclave to elect the new leader of the global Church on May 7, the Vatican said on Monday, confirming what a source had previously told Reuters. The date was decided during a closed-door meeting of cardinals at the Vatican, the first since the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday. Some 135 cardinals, all under the age of 80 and from all corners of the world, are eligible to take part in the vote for the next head of the 1.4-billion-member Church, which is beset by concerns over its finances and divisions over doctrine. The 16th-century Sistine Chapel, where conclaves are held beneath the gaze of Michelangelo's masterpiece frescoes, was closed to tourists on Monday to ready the space for an election that mixes ancient ritual with modern, anti-spying technologies. The previous two conclaves, held in 2005 and 2013, lasted just two days. But Swedish cardinal Anders Arborelius said on Monday that the coming ballot may take longer, as many of the cardinals appointed by Pope Francis have never met each other. Francis made a priority of appointing the red-hatted "Princes of the Church" from countries that had never had them, such as Myanmar, Haiti, Rwanda and Arborelius' own Sweden. "We don't know each other," said Arborelius. The earliest the conclave could have begun was May 6, the Vatican said. Starting it a day later means cardinals will have slightly more time for their daily general discussions ahead of the momentous ballot. Around 190 cardinals took part in Monday's meeting, including roughly 100 electors, the Vatican said. Among the questions raised were the issue of sexual abuse, that has rocked the Church for years, as well as the need to spread the Christian faith, relations with other religions and the qualities the new pope needed to respond to such challenges. DIFFERING VISIONS Francis, pope since 2013, died aged 88 on April 21. His funeral on Saturday and a procession through Rome to his burial place at the Basilica of St. Mary Major attracted crowds estimated at more than 400,000. German cardinal Walter Kasper told La Repubblica newspaper that the outpouring of mourning for Francis indicated that Catholics wanted the next pope to continue with his reforming style of papacy. Francis, the first pope from Latin America, tried to open up the often staid Church to some new conversations. He allowed debate on issues such as ordaining women as clergy and outreach to LGBTQ Catholics. "The People of God voted with their feet," said Kasper, who is 92 and will not take part in the conclave. "I am convinced that we must go ahead in the footsteps of Francis." Cardinal Gregorio Rosa Chavez from El Salvador, echoed that sentiment: "I am sure the new pope will be as Franciscus, the same vision, the same dreams," he said, referring to Francis by his Latin name. However, a bloc of conservative cardinals are certain to push back against this and seek a pope who reasserts traditions and reins in Francis' push for a more inclusive Church. German Cardinal Gerhard Ludwig Mueller, who is known for his traditionalist views and often clashed with Francis, has spoken daily about the need to reverse course. "The strength of the Church lies in the truth, not in compromises," he told La Stampa newspaper on Monday. (Additional reporting by Alvise Armellini and Giulia Segreti; Editing by Crispian Balmer, Janet Lawrence, Kevin Liffey and Andrew Heavens)
Straits Times
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
Catholic cardinals meet to discuss date of conclave for new pope
Cardinals attend the Vespers prayers after visiting the tomb of Pope Francis in Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major (Santa Maria Maggiore), in Rome, Italy, April 27, 2025. Francesco Sforza/Vatican Media/Handout via REUTERS VATICAN CITY - The world's Catholic cardinals met on Monday for the first time after the funeral of Pope Francis to discuss a possible date to enter a secret conclave and elect the next leader of the global Church. Any decision could be announced around mid-day (1000 GMT). The conclave is not expected to begin before May 6. The 16th-century Sistine Chapel, where conclaves are held, was closed to tourists on Monday to allow for preparations for the vote. The past two conclaves, in 2005 and 2013, lasted just two days. But Swedish Cardinal Anders Arborelius said on Monday he expects this conclave may take longer, as many of the cardinals appointed by Pope Francis have never met each other before. Francis made a priority of appointing cardinals from places that had never had them, such as Myanmar, Haiti, and Rwanda. "We don't know each other," Arborelius, one of about 135 cardinals under the age of 80 who will enter the conclave, said. Francis, pope since 2013, died aged 88 on April 21. His funeral on Saturday and a procession through Rome to his burial place at the Basilica of St. Mary Major attracted crowds estimated at more than 400,000. German Cardinal Walter Kasper told La Repubblica newspaper that the outpouring of mourners for Francis indicated that Catholics wanted the next pope to continue with his reforming style of papacy. Francis, the first pope from Latin America, largely tried to open up the often staid Church to new conversations. He allowed debate on issues such as ordaining women as clergy and outreach to LGBTQ Catholics. "The People of God voted with their feet," said Kasper, who is 92 and will not take part in the conclave. "I am convinced that we must go ahead in the footsteps of Francis." However, a bloc of conservative cardinals are certain to push back against this and seek a pope who reasserts traditions and restricts Francis' vision of a more inclusive Church. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Telegraph
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
Bond might be changing, but its Jamaican birthplace remains blissfully unaltered
On my first evening at GoldenEye, Ian Fleming's former estate turned hotel, there was a power-cut. I was getting ready in the bathroom of my taffy-pink beach hut for the weekly rum happy hour at Shabeen bar when suddenly… kaput. The only light available to me fell in golden stripes via the louvred windows. I shoved on my flip-flops in the near-dark, making it to the drinks as the sun cast fluorescent orange lines across the heather sky and candyfloss clouds. Reggae carried on the breeze while the barmen shook cocktails to the beat. Young and old couples, sun-kissed from the day's good weather, sat at candlelit tables; a group of friends, here for a wedding, multiplied as the evening went on. It struck me that the entire scene might be akin to what it was like to be a guest of Fleming's at the original GoldenEye, which, when it was built in 1946, consisted of a single, modernist house. It still exists, and is now the premium villa on site, with a few added luxuries (outdoor showers and bathtubs, plus three additional separate bedrooms). The sunken garden, pool and Fleming's writing desk remain. Fleming hosted everyone from Prime Ministers to photographers, actors and artists, who quickly became known as Jamaica's north-coast jet set. Days were spent swimming, snorkelling, playing canasta and sinking rounds of Vespers (still on the menu today) – though Fleming never missed a morning writing Bond, which was entirely conceived and written here in Oracabessa. Today's GoldenEye features a total of 51 beach huts, villas and lagoon-side cottages. It was bought, in 1976, by Bob Marley at the recommendation of one of his producers, Chris Blackwell. Marley changed his mind and immediately sold it on to Blackwell, whose own history was intertwined with the property. His mother, Blanche, was a neighbour of GoldenEye and used to look after it when Fleming wasn't there. She loved to swim on the reef there and later became Fleming's muse, the inspiration for both Pussy Galore and Honeychile Rider. Chris Blackwell even worked as a production assistant and location scout for the first Bond film, Dr No. Film stills of Ursula Andress as Honey Ryder coming out of the sea, in that culture-defining white bikini, hang on the walls of the Gazebo restaurant. Blackwell, who was later credited with bringing Bob Marley to Britain and the US, and went on to manage the likes of Cat Stevens, Grace Jones and U2 under Island Records, propelled GoldenEye into what it is today: something more than just a hotel, with deep cultural cachet. He writes, in his introduction to Jamaica Vibes, Assouline's coffee table tome: 'The idea of hotels became as interesting to me as the music. The idea of making something happen, finding new ways to meet people and put people together, was fascinating.' Indeed, it remains a hive of activity – not only honeymooning couples and weekending Kingstonians, but a slice, still, of creative paradise, favoured by stylists, fashion editors and the A-list, many of whom have planted trees around the estate. You might spy names such as Plemons, Dunst, Moss, Carter and Crawford on unassuming little plaques. One Sunday afternoon at Button Beach – my favourite spot owing to the sea trampoline, non-stop tunes and jerk drum – I spotted a British supermodel at a nearby table with a Jamaican music producer. A brand was also shooting its new campaign during my stay. When they weren't working, the crew and a different model hung out in the blue-tinged Bizot bar or at the weekly beach curry night. Days after I got home, I spotted the model on the cover of American Vogue. With all this going on, I expected to see Blackwell. He has a house on the lagoon, and is known to swing by the hotel's many sociable happenings. But 'Mr B', as he is known among staff, was not around. I was disappointed but not entirely surprised – he is an octogenarian after all, and late last year it was announced that the two other hotels that make up his Island Outposts hotel collection, Strawberry Hill in the Blue Mountains and The Caves in Negril, are up for sale. Could he be winding down? Not entirely, according to Marika Kessler, his wife and Chief Executive of Island Outposts, with whom I spoke after my stay. 'You know, Chris is 88. This is his legacy. And all the properties he's found in Jamaica, they're all iconic to this country,' she told me over the phone from GoldenEye, their dogs causing mischief in the background. 'The properties are so precious… They have a soul. [Selling them] is like finding a nanny for your newborn.' I sense that it may take a while for the sale of the other two hotels to go through – that the new owners will have to fit with Blackwell's vision. For now, though, it's all about GoldenEye: 'There's so much of [it] that we would love to share with the world. We have looked at development plans […] for the land beyond GoldenEye, which is all waterfront property.' It certainly will be shared with more of the world now, thanks to new daily flights (in high season) via American Airlines from Miami to Ian Fleming International Airport, 10 minutes from the hotel. Prior to the pandemic, Pantrepant, the couple's other home, an 18th-century farm in Cockpit County (whose ingredients you'll see on restaurant and spa menus), was available for guests to stay at upon invitation. Kessler hints that something like this may be back on the table, but remains tight-lipped about details. She does, however, share that there are plans for a recording studio on site, bringing Blackwell's musical legacy, in her words, 'full circle'. Next year will also mark 80 years since Fleming built the original house. The anniversary comes at a time when Bond's future is unknown. Last month, custodians Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson announced they had given creative control of the franchise to Amazon-MGM Studios. The news has been met with resistance by everyone from former 007s to William Boyd, who suggested Amazon might make a theme park dedicated to our favourite spy. GoldenEye, thankfully, will remain protected from all the fervour. Save for some subtle nods to Bond – including a dedicated corner of the lobby with books and old photographs of Fleming and his friends – any references are understated. Even the entrance on the main road is an unmarked gate. One morning, near the end of my stay, I took a bright orange kayak out in the milky green lagoon in the hope of spotting turtles on my way to the spa. In true Crusoe-esque fashion, you moor on a platform before being led to your treatment room. It was quiet and still, save for my paddle cutting through the glassy water and the odd 'good morning' from guests stretching or reading on their lagoon-side terraces. I didn't see any turtles – or any more supermodels – but I did see Blackwell. He was having coffee with friends on the balcony of his house, occasionally getting up, if I was not mistaken, to change a record. Fleming once said his simple desire for GoldenEye was 'to be able to work there and look at the flowers and fish, and somehow to give pleasure, whether innocent or illicit, to people in their millions.' With his literary legacy he certainly accomplished the latter; the property itself remains just for the lucky few. Jade Conroy travelled as a guest of GoldenEye, which offers beach huts from £514 and one-bedroom Lagoon Cottages from £876.
