All six were members of the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA). “terminated with immediate effect” by the Trump administration, the White House announced yesterday. This came before the CFA was scheduled to review plans for the East Wing Ballroom and the Arc de Triomphe proposals, both pet projects of President Trump. Historically, both the National… Continue reading Trump fires all six members of the Commission of Fine Arts
Tommy Hilfiger transforms a corner into a breakfast nook
Color, texture and interesting shapes can transform even the most inconvenient corner. With tall columns and a limestone fireplace, the breakfast room in Dee and Tommy Hilfiger's Palm Beach home was a real showstopper. They needed a solution that would create living space without obscuring the home's unique elements. A jewel box breakfast nook was… Continue reading Tommy Hilfiger transforms a corner into a breakfast nook
National Park College announces state approval of a new outdoor recreation degree program
National Park College (NPC) has received approval from the Arkansas Division of Higher Education (ADHE) to introduce a new Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in outdoor recreation beginning fall 2026. The program reflects the Hot Springs-based college's ongoing commitment to adapting academic programs to Arkansas' growing outdoor recreation economy. Developed in collaboration with area… Continue reading National Park College announces state approval of a new outdoor recreation degree program
These three London hotels opened in September and locals book 6 months in advance
Dawn breaks over the Georgian squares of Mayfair at 7:15am on October 28, 2025. A London couple walks through the marble lobby of the Chancery Rosewood. These are not tourists visiting TripAdvisor, but locals coming back for their 8th anniversary. You booked six months ago. While 30 million visitors line up outside Instagram-famous hotel lobbies… Continue reading These three London hotels opened in September and locals book 6 months in advance
Driver treated for shock after truck plowed through fences and cars before crashing into a bungalow in Brierley Hill
The road maintenance truck was parked at the top of Mousehall Farm Road in Brierley Hill before suddenly rolling down the steep road and towards houses. Cars, trees and fences were damaged by the truck The truck, believed to be loaded with asphalt, went straight through several garden fences and crashed into three vehicles, but… Continue reading Driver treated for shock after truck plowed through fences and cars before crashing into a bungalow in Brierley Hill
Techno craftsmen at work – diyinternational
Milan-based design platform Alcova has given its Heimtextil Trends 2026 a provocative title: Craft is a verb. This headline is particularly provocative as this season was about thinking about artificial intelligence – a technology not immediately associated with craftsmanship. It is precisely this bridge that the design experts want to build with their trend outlook.… Continue reading Techno craftsmen at work – diyinternational
Roof tiles made from industrial waste have potential for CO2 reduction
Researchers at RMIT University have successfully tested the large-scale production of concrete roof tiles and bricks incorporating coal ash and glass. The researchers conducted experiments at Bristile Roofing's Melbourne facility. They demonstrated a viable path to convert millions of tonnes of industrial by-products from Australian landfills into high-performance building materials. Initial success focused on concrete… Continue reading Roof tiles made from industrial waste have potential for CO2 reduction
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CINCINNATI, Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EW Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has reached an agreement to sell WRTV, its ABC-affiliated local station in Indianapolis, to Circle City Broadcasting for $83 million. Circle City Broadcasting is a privately held digital and news media company majority owned, controlled and operated by veteran broadcaster DuJuan McCoy, the… Continue reading Quiver news
Zoning authority denies deviation from front garden fence; Tables ADA accommodations for families at risk of absconding
The Zoning Board of Appeals on Jan. 23 denied a variance request to install a 4-foot solid fence in the front yard of 68100 West Edgerton Avenue and filed for consideration of a separate reasonable accommodation request related to the homeowner's son with autism until the board's next meeting. The board voted 4-0 to deny… Continue reading Zoning authority denies deviation from front garden fence; Tables ADA accommodations for families at risk of absconding
Exhibitors at the 138th Canton Fair respond to global consumer trends with sustainable and design-focused innovations
Exhibitors at the 138th Canton Fair respond to global consumer trends with sustainable and design-focused innovations Exhibitors at the 138th Canton Fair respond to global consumer trends with sustainable and design-focused innovations PR Newswire GUANGZHOU, China, October 27, 2025 GUANGZHOU, China, Oct 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Consumers worldwide are placing more value on sustainability, personalization… Continue reading Exhibitors at the 138th Canton Fair respond to global consumer trends with sustainable and design-focused innovations