So now the time has come: From this Sunday to next Wednesday, Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is traveling to China. There is a lot to discuss with the Chinese government. Wadephul, a member of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's center-right CDU, had originally planned his first trip to China for October 26, but he canceled at… Continue reading Germany's Foreign Minister travels to China to repair fences – DW – 06.12.2025
According to designers, this kitchen cabinet color can affect your home's resale value
Research shows that the condition of a home's kitchen can determine whether you get an offer at full list price. Aside from materials like counters and major appliances, it's often the most expensive room in the home to renovate. But did you know that cabinets typically make up about a third of the budget? That… Continue reading According to designers, this kitchen cabinet color can affect your home's resale value
Exploring Nusa Penida: Balancing tourism growth with environmental sustainability
Published on December 6, 2025 Bali's tourism industry has undergone a major change with the cancellation of the Kelingking Glass Elevator Project in Nusa Penida. The much-anticipated development, which would create an elevated viewing platform at one of the island's most iconic locations, was set to transform the region's tourism sector. However, despite its potential… Continue reading Exploring Nusa Penida: Balancing tourism growth with environmental sustainability
Alan Smith launches Muritai: a Northland classic with real pedigree
A 1965 launch by Alan Smith that brings together the best of mid-century kauri craftsmanship and coastal cruising design. A designer who thinks beyond the norms of his time Claude Allen Smith, known locally as Alan Smith, worked at a time of great change in New Zealand boat building. His Whangarei shipyard produced a wide… Continue reading Alan Smith launches Muritai: a Northland classic with real pedigree
Skepticism and calls for transparency greet Marshlands Conservancy's expansion plans
(PHOTO: The entrance to the Marshlands Conservancy on Boston Post Road in Rye. The private Lounsbury estate, seen in the background, is immediately to the east. Archive photo.) Information on proposed expansion plans for the Marshlands Conservancy, operated by Westchester County Parks, appears to be scarce. The county says the process is still in its… Continue reading Skepticism and calls for transparency greet Marshlands Conservancy's expansion plans
Frank Gehry, whose designs defied gravity and convention, dies at the age of 96
Floating, swirling, shining, sculpted, Frank Gehry created buildings we had never seen before. The architect behind the Guggenheim Museum in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles transformed contemporary architecture. He died Friday at his home in Santa Monica, California, after a brief respiratory illness, according to his chief of staff. He… Continue reading Frank Gehry, whose designs defied gravity and convention, dies at the age of 96
Saddleback Fence and Vinyl Products offers professional steel fencing options for local customers in Orange County, California
Steel fence with a house in the background. COSTA MESA, CA, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ – Saddleback Fence and Vinyl Products expands its trusted exterior improvement services by offering professional steel fence and aluminum fence installations to homeowners and businesses throughout Orange County. Known for providing long-lasting, high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship, the… Continue reading Saddleback Fence and Vinyl Products offers professional steel fencing options for local customers in Orange County, California
Ray of Hope Properties LLC sets new standards in landscaping
This is an exterior photo of a beautiful, modern home on a large, lush green property. Ray of Hope Properties LLC is transforming Tuscaloosa's outdoor spaces through sustainable landscaping practices, personalized design solutions and comprehensive maintenance services that prioritize environmental protection and customer satisfaction. Landscaping Tuscaloosa [https://maps.app.goo.gl/PJGd2DKivAETYkhx6#landscaping+tuscaloosa] has entered a new era of sustainable practices,… Continue reading Ray of Hope Properties LLC sets new standards in landscaping
Aintree Mug Chase trends for Saturday 2.40 – Paddy Power News
Although the Becher Chase is one of the early season handicapping highlights, it also serves as a test for the following season Grand National. The 3m2f competition is held over Aintree's famous spruce fences and two winners – Amberleigh House and Silver Birch – went on to score points in the world's largest steeplechase. Mr… Continue reading Aintree Mug Chase trends for Saturday 2.40 – Paddy Power News
The art of living on one level | Tuxedo Park | Completion in early 2026
In a market dominated by towering new buildings, this classically designed building takes a different approach. Set on just over an acre in Tuxedo Park, a U-shaped floor plan extends across the property and encloses a private courtyard where the pool, terraces and gardens become an extension of daily life. The home is almost entirely… Continue reading The art of living on one level | Tuxedo Park | Completion in early 2026