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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Royal Expert Claims Princess Kate and Prince William "Won't Be Changing" One Aspect of Prince George's Life, Contrary to Recent Claims About "Weird" Rule
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Prince George turned 12 on July 22, and royal watchers anticipated some major changes taking place. However, according to a royal expert, Kate Middleton and Prince William are intent on allowing their eldest son, who will one day be king, to live as normal a life as possible. During an appearance on an episode of the Daily Mail's "Palace Confidential," royal expert Richard Eden explained, "When Prince William reached the age of 12, he stopped traveling with his father so they had separate flights. Obviously, that is to guarantee the line of succession." Eden continued, "It will be very interesting to see whether that's the case with George and William because we know they have traveled together either via plane, helicopter, or car." Weighing in on whether or not Prince George is facing a major change, the Daily Mail's royal editor, Rebecca English, said, "I spoke to the palace this week, and they were like, 'Well, it's kind of news to us.'" She continued, "I get the impression that the family won't be changing their travel arrangements at all." Journalist Jo Elvin joined the conversation, saying, "I remember being a kid and my father telling me about that as a bit of royal weird." Eden suggested that the Royal Family prefers to keep certain aspects of their lives private, explaining, "They don't like talking about security and talking about travel arrangements." He continued, "But I have to say, I mean, it's not a very tasteful discussion, but it is the future of our Royal Family and I personally find it very worrying." It's unclear whether the Prince and Prince of Wales intend on changing the way their family travels now that Prince George is 12. However, one royal expert believes that nothing will alter in the foreseeable future. "I don't think the family will change their travel plans at all," English suggested. Solve the daily Crossword
The Guardian
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Guardian
The hunt for the next Dalai Lama
Before long, Tibetan Buddhism will enter an unknown world – one without its current Dalai Lama. He has been the leader since he was chosen as a toddler more than 80 years ago. But the Dalai Lama is now 90, and talking openly about the process to pick his successor. Much has changed, however, since he was discovered by senior Buddhist monks in a village in north-west Tibet in 1937. Most pertinently, the Chinese invasion of Tibet in the 1950s and the subsequent exile of the region's Buddhist leadership to India in the decades since. As our south Asia correspondent, Hannah Ellis-Petersen, explains, it means the identity of the next Lama – and the process of how to find them – has become a deeply disputed question, pitting the Chinese state against Buddhist monks. And raising the possibility, too, that after the death of the current Dalai Lama, the world may see not one Dalai Lama but two. Lhadon Tethong of the Tibet Action Institute tells Lucy Hough what it has meant for Tibetans to live in exile for so long, and how they feel about Chinese attempts to interfere.
CNA
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
Gaia Series 96: Delicious food! Don't lose that taste
A poignant Japan Hour episode journeys through closures, successors and the preservation of culinary legacies. In this week's episode, viewers are taken on a deeply human journey through the kitchens and communities of three unique establishments, each confronting the poignant question of legacy and the challenge of succession. The programme explores the intimate stories behind Ramen Sanchin, Curry House Indoya and Restaurant Eiraku, institutions that are not merely places to eat, but cultural landmarks whose closures signal more than the end of a business. The episode begins in Tokyo's Itabashi ward at Ramen Sanchin, a local favourite that once had over 100 locations. Today, only one remains. Owner Naruhito Yamazaki, 69, has run the shop for over two decades. Despite its signature Tonkoku Ramen and a loyal customer base, he has decided to close the shop due to the physical demands of the work and the lack of a successor. 'I just don't have the confidence to keep doing that every day,' Yamazaki admits. The shop is set to close on 30 March. On its final day, 200 servings of ramen sell out before the designated closing time. One customer remarks, 'It's sad thinking we might not see each other again.' Reflecting on the people he has served, Yamazaki says, 'I'll probably think of... so many different faces. That's what I'll miss most.' The narrative then shifts to Takasaki City in Gunma Prefecture, where the once-thriving Curry House Indoya recently closed its doors. Founded in 1983 by Ryuhei Araki and his wife Chinami, Indoya had been a local icon, known for its popular Baked Cheese Curry. In 2023, the restaurant was handed over to Yuichiro Shuto, then 28 years old, who had trained under Araki before taking over operations. 'I really want to make sure this flavour that everyone loves gets properly passed on,' said Shuto at the time. He invested about 20 million yen (S$175,000) into the venture, which included 3 million yen for the business transfer, 1 million yen for the lease agreement and 1.5 million yen for equipment. The rest was used to cover operating losses. Despite initial support and mostly positive reviews, the restaurant struggled to regain its momentum. Chinami Araki later shared in a written message, 'Out of the blue, Mr Shuto told us he wanted to close Curry House Indoya. I felt overwhelmed with a deep sense of sadness.' She added, 'If you could occasionally mention Curry House Indoya in conversations from time to time, I think that would make my husband very happy too.' The restaurant officially closed on 24 February 2025, just one year and ten months after the handover. The episode ends in Setagaya, Tokyo, with a glimmer of hope at Restaurant Eiraku, a Western-style eatery run by 82-year-old Mitsuo Sato and his wife Miyoko, 83. Founded in 1967, the restaurant is known for its signature dish 'Chicken Fantasy', a creation of chicken thigh wrapped in egg and topped with demi-glace sauce. With their daughter unable to take over and age catching up, the couple had been preparing to close. However, an intervention comes in the form of 'Atotsugi Restaurant', a successor matchmaking service initiated by Yoshinoya Holdings. 'It's a service that helps find successors,' explains project manager Arata Fujita. 'For people seeking a successor, and those who want to take over a long-established restaurant, we help match them.' Pub Furusato in Shinjuku illustrates how the scheme works. Owner Toru Ochi, 71, had taken over the establishment eight years prior and was seeking a fourth-generation successor. Among the applicants, Ochi selected 42-year-old chef Takao Yamada, who currently prepares meals for a corporate athletic dormitory. Yamada said, 'I'm nervous, but mostly excited.' Fujita, who facilitated the match, joined Yamada on his first day at Furusato. The new chef immediately began learning the restaurant's signature dishes, including its mustard-loaded potato salad. 'This feels like a good fit,' said Ochi. 'It might just be for now, though. You never know, right?' Through these stories, the episode highlights the looming succession crisis in Japan's super-aged society. 'This is not a distant future problem. It's happening right now,' the narrator reminds viewers. Fujita underscores the urgency, saying, 'We can't let them disappear. There are fans out there, customers who care.' In a country where more and more baby boomers are turning 75, the need to preserve culinary heritage has never felt more immediate.
France 24
6 days ago
- Politics
- France 24
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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Thermo Fisher Scientific's Chief Financial Officer, Stephen Williamson, to Retire in Early 2026
Jim Meyer to Become Chief Financial Officer, Effective March 1, 2026 WALTHAM, Mass., July 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO), the world leader in serving science, today announced that Stephen Williamson, senior vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), has decided to retire from the company, effective March 31, 2026. The company's board of directors has approved the appointment of Jim Meyer, currently vice president of financial operations, to succeed Williamson as CFO, effective March 1, 2026. Williamson, age 58, has led Thermo Fisher's global finance organization as CFO since 2015. He joined the company in 2001 as Vice President, European Financial Operations. To ensure a seamless transition, Williamson and Meyer will work closely together over the coming months. Williamson will remain an active member of the Company Leadership Team until his retirement in March 2026. "Stephen has played a key role in building the company into the industry leader we are today. He has overseen tremendous growth of the company with our market capitalization increasing nearly 300 percent during his tenure as CFO," said Marc N. Casper, chairman, president and chief executive officer. "I've worked closely with Stephen for nearly 25 years and have deeply valued his support, guidance and leadership. I wish him the very best in his upcoming retirement." Casper added, "As part of our long-planned succession process, we sought a leader with strong financial expertise and deep company knowledge, and Jim is exceptionally well qualified to take on this role. As a member of our Company Leadership Team, Jim has built strong relationships with leaders across the company. I've worked closely with Jim over the past few years and look forward to continuing our partnership as he steps into his new role." Meyer, age 46, joined Thermo Fisher in 2009 and held a number of finance leadership positions of increasing responsibility within the Laboratory Products, Analytical Instruments and Customer Channels businesses. In January 2023, he became vice president of financial operations, overseeing the finance support for all of the operating businesses within the company. Before joining Thermo Fisher, Jim worked for PricewaterhouseCoopers. About Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue over $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. For more information, please visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact Information:Sandy PoundThermo Fisher ScientificPhone: 781-622-1223E-mail: Investor Contact Information:Rafael TejadaThermo Fisher ScientificPhone: 781-622-1356E-mail: 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
