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Daily Mail
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Princess of Wales cuts a trendy figure in navy trouser suit as she visits buzzy V&A storehouse in east London
The Princess of Wales undertook her first public engagement of the month today as she highlighted the 'joy' of the creative arts. Kate, 43, was at the new V&A East Storehouse - which opened to the public just two weeks ago - and gives unprecedented free public access to the museum's world-famous collection of more than 600,000 treasures from every creative discipline including fashion, film, visual art, design and performance. The princess cut a trendy figure as she opted to rewear a chic trouser suit by designer Alexander McQueen for the event, along with a white scoop-neck top. She accessorised with a pair of black heels, belt with a heavy gold chain necklace and styled her new bronde hair in loose waves while keeping her makeup light and minimal yet dewy. After she arrived at the buzzy east London venue, she was given a behind-the-scenes tour and learnt about the work that goes into conserving and displaying some of the amazing objects stored, including the largest Picasso work in the world. The gigantic cavas measuring 30m by 40m has spent most of the last 80 years rolled up in storage. The princess' last public engagement was a ship-naming ceremony in Glasgow on May 22, after which she enjoyed the half-term holiday with her children. The entire Wales family will, however, be present at Saturday's iconic Trooping the Colour in London, sources told the Mail. Aides added that the 'cadence' of the princess' public engagements is still as was announced earlier this year, involving a slow and measured return to public life following her cancer diagnosis last year. Happily she announced in January that she is now officially in remission. Created in partnership with young people and inspired by east London's creative heritage, the new V&A East Storehouse - a world first - has been built to ensure the nation's creative works are available to all. Spanning four levels and bigger than 30 basketball courts, Storehouse is a new kind of museum experience giving visitors the chance to see behind the scenes of a working museum, explore why and how objects get collected by museums, find out how they are cared for, and uncover the stories they tell about us and our world. Wherever possible, glass and barriers have been removed, and visitors will be able to get closer to objects than ever before. The Collections Access team have all been recruited from the local area and the Princess got the chance to engage with a new 'Order an Object' service, where anyone can book a free appointment to view an object up close and have a one-on-one session with the a member of the team. A Kensington Palace spokesman said: 'Her Royal Highness' engagement today is all about highlighting the importance of creative opportunity and celebrating the power of creativity to bring us joy.' Her Royal Highness will spend time viewing some of the incredible objects stored, and learn from the access team how engaging with these works can provide creative inspiration for all. Kate is the patron of the Victoria & Albert Museum and has been at many events at the Kensington museum. In 2023, she reopened tthe Young V&A museum in east London after it closed for three years. The mother-of-three - who is the V&A's first ever patron and a keen photographer - was then taken on a tour of the premises by children who were instrumental to the redesign. During the tour, Kate stopped and spoke with students at the nearby Bethnal Green primary school and found herself in the centre of a group hug. Last month, Kate officially named HMS Glasgow by smashing a bottle of local Scottish whisky against its hull. Keeping her look suitably nautical for the outing, the royal sported a navy and white £1,850 coat dress from British brand Suzannah London and a matching statement hat from Philip Treacy, first worn at Trooping the Colour in 2024. As the couple departed, one wellwisher from the crowd couldn't resist telling the princess, 'you're beautiful!' And in an effort not to leave her husband out, they added: 'You too, William!', in footage recorded by local news outlet Clyde News. Clearly amused by the surprise compliment, William, 42, quipped: 'You don't have to say that, don't worry!' The crowd then burst into laughter at his self-deprecating comment, as the couple bid goodbye after a busy afternoon. Earlier, stepping up onto a podium before a crowd of several hundred BAE employees, their families and the 45-strong ship's company, Kate uttered the time-honoured words: 'I have the pleasure to name this ship HMS Glasgow, may God bless her and all who sail on her'. The Princess then flicked up a small red 'launch' button to release a bottle of exclusive single malt whisky made by the nearby Clydeside Distillery. The ceremonial act is said to bring good luck and fortune to the vessel and its crew. The distillery opened its doors in 2017, the same year that the HMS Glasgow build began, marking what is considered the start of two modern icons of Glasgow's maritime heritage. Each bottle of the whisky sold will include a donation to HMS Glasgow's chosen charity, Place2Be, of which the Princess is patron, and which supports children's mental health in the city. The Princess was named sponsor of the 8,000-tonne warship, a state-of-the-art Type 26 anti-submarine frigate, in June 2021 and is said to hold 'a real interest' in the ship 'and in the lives of those who will serve onboard'. A year later, Kate met Royal Navy sailors from HMS Glasgow at Windsor Castle to hear about the ship's progress and their experiences in the Royal Navy.
BBC News
28-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Isle of man ministers to hold roadshow to gather public views
Government ministers are set to face the public in a series of regional meetings starting next events, featuring members of the Isle of Man Council of Ministers, will be held at state-run secondary schools in Ramsey, Castletown, Douglas and Peel from 30 June to 3 Listening to You roadshow follows a series of similar workshops held in April Minister Alfred Cannan said it was "crucial" for ministers to "meet and engage with the public on issues that impact everyday lives". He said there was "real value in making sure politicians are accessible to the public" and the conversations meant ministers could understand any "concerns and priorities at first hand".The meetings would help government ministers make "informed decisions" that reflect the needs of the population, he said. The meetings are set to include a welcome and speech by the chief minister, followed by time for one-to-one conversations with ministers before politicians answer questions from the said it was "crucial" for politicians to listen to the public but was "equally important for the public to meet ministers to ask questions and receive a reply in the moment, in person". He said the sessions were designed to "foster transparency and trust in government" and would allow government's wider aims to be shared "to ensure that policies are aligned with the interests of people in the Isle of Man". 'Meaningful conversations' Encouraged young people to join the events he said: "By participating, you can be part of meaningful conversations and help to influence the decisions that shape our community."The meetings will be held on consecutive nights starting at Ramsey Grammar School in Ramsey on 30 June, followed by Ballakermeen High School in Douglas, Castle Rushen High School in Castletown and ending at Queen Elizabeth II High School in Peel on 3 July. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
Asharq Al-Awsat
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Culture Ministry Releases 2025 Calendar of Cultural Ecosystem Events
The Saudi Ministry of Culture has released the 2025 calendar of events for the national cultural ecosystem, featuring a diverse lineup of activities, festivals, and programs organized across the Kingdom. The calendar targets all segments of society and reflects the ministry's commitment to facilitating access to cultural content and ensuring public engagement and early preparation for upcoming events.
CBC
19-05-2025
- General
- CBC
Calgary residential school memorial project another step closer to completion
The City of Calgary just completed phase two of its engagement process calling for public feedback on four conceptual designs. The input will be considered by an independent jury that will pick the winning design in June. Construction of the future Indian Residential School Memorial Project is slated to begin spring 2026.
BBC News
13-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Cambridge city centre plans refined after public feedback
A £20m proposal to transform a city centre has been refined following public feedback, a council has City Council previously asked for views on plans to improve the Corn Exchange, Guildhall and Market Square to increase visitor numbers and reduce operational public feedback was received and now the council has updated its proposal before a planning application is submitted later in the Smith, the executive councillor for finance, said the authority had "listened closely" to the feedback and invited residents to take part in a new phase of engagement where views can be shared. The Guildhall A significant concern raised in the public feedback was plans for a hotel at the were 260 comments of support while there were 232 against and 48 council said it has now removed the plan for a hotel from the proposal. It added it wanted to conserve the Grade II listed building and operate it at net include a new customer service centre for people visiting the council, a public cafe as well as public site will have work spaces and meeting rooms for council staff as well as space for commercial were raised over the use of the council's chamber as part of the venue, in particular that it had various fixed furniture pieces and an uneven floor which would make it difficult to latest proposals have suggested removing this furniture to allow the space to be used for other events. Cambridge Market According to the council, it still plans to prioritise a "thriving seven-day market" with permanent stalls as well as demountable is hoped this would allow for flexibility depending on trader well as this there will be new covered seating areas along with better lighting for safety council has planned for an underground bin storage area and there will be a "small-scale cultural events and community activities" response to feedback last year, the council will also retain and restore the existing fountain in the market. Corn Exchange The council will improve the venue with energy-saving measures, it has said, which will include better insulation and solar will be accessible in all areas while there will be better sound quality and new audio visual systems for capacity is being increased and there will be an introduction of more concessions and bar areas. 'Further refining' Smith said the plans were a "chance to create a civic quarter" that reflected the area's values."We've listened closely to last summer's feedback, as well as to experts providing guidance on heritage sites, carbon reduction, water reduction, biodiversity and community safety," he explained."This new phase of engagement is about further refining the proposals to get them right before we submit a planning application."Views on the changes can be submitted online or in a community workshop for which the dates are listed online. Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
