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Top restaurant “Villa Kellermann” by Günther Jauch in Potsdam closes: In 2019, Günther Jauch opened a restaurant for gourmets together with star chef Tim Raue ...
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'A significant portion of my income': Diner charged extra $2,000 for $20.90 meal at Collin's restaurant
asiaone.com/singapore/significant-portion-my-income-diner-charged-extra-2000-2090-meal-collins-restaurant
Fire burns a restaurant and hotel in eastern India, killing 6 and injuring 20: A major fire that engulfed a restaurant and hotel in eastern India killed at least ...
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Restaurateur sues! “People leave right after they eat”: At the beginning of the year, the VAT on food in restaurants was increased to the full 19 percent ...
focus.de/finanzen/news/hohe-preise-restaurantbesitzer-klagt-die-leute-gehen-gleich-nachdem-sie-gegessen-haben_id_259874694.html
Vegan restaurant switches to meat, says plant-based diet won't save planet: In a move condemned by PETA, Sage Vegan Bistro in LA is rebranding to include meat on ...
businessinsider.com/vegan-restaurant-introduces-meat-says-plant-based-diet-not-best-2024-4
Bottomless tapas at Leicester restaurant: Las Iguanas is aiming to bring Mexican street culture to everyone's palates and plates
leicestermercury.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/leicester-restaurant-offers-bottomless-tapas-9243726
Secret taco menu available at Little Rey in Houston: Ford Fry is debuting a secret taco menu at his Northern Mexican fast-casual restaurant Little Rey in Houston ...
houstonchronicle.com/food-culture/restaurants-bars/article/little-rey-houston-secret-menu-19416271.php
What’s Next For Spain After PM Pedro Sanchez Threatened to Quit?
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Quick Glance: Spain's PM faces pressure over wife's corruption probe
- A Madrid court confirmed an investigation against Begoña Gómez for alleged influence peddling and corruption.
- Sánchez criticized the complaint as part of a harassment campaign against his wife.
- The probe relates to Gómez's ties to companies that received government funding.
- The opposition pushed for a statement from her regarding the investigation.
The Anglosphere has an advantage on immigration: English-speaking countries generally do better at both attracting and integrating talent
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Bridge Road Bistro & Catering, long-serving South Hills restaurant, to close May 4
wvgazettemail.com/life/food_and_dining/bridge-road-bistro-long-serving-south-hills-restaurant-to-close-may-4/article_171b0088-405d-509e-8a88-18fb948095c4.html
Mexican Companies Are Lining Up to Sell Shares, Barclays Says: Mexican companies are pushing ahead with plans to sell shares, seeking to tap renewed interest ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/mexican-companies-are-lining-up-to-sell-shares-barclays-says
Televisa to merge its satellite TV, cable units 'as soon as possible': Mexican broadcaster Televisa plans to merge its satellite TV unit Sky with its cable TV ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/televisa-merge-sky-cable-as-soon-possible-2024-04-26/
Mexico’s Sheinbaum Lead Narrows to 15 Points, Poll Says: Mexican ruling party presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum saw her lead over main opposition ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/mexico-s-sheinbaum-lead-narrows-to-15-points-poll-says
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He Paid $13 for $13,000 Cartier Earrings, and Then the Jeweler Noticed: When Rogelio Villarreal bought rose-gold earrings for a price that the luxury retailer ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/world/americas/mexico-cartier-sale-consumer-protection.html
Quick Glance: Cartier Earring Drama: $13 Instead of $13,000
- A man from Mexico discovered earrings listed on the jeweler's website for $13 and bought two pairs. Subsequently, the company informed him that the earrings were not available.
- Despite Cartier's attempts to cancel the purchase, the surgery resident from Tamaulipas prevailed against the renowned brand, with even a Mexican senator intervening in the dispute.
Mexico's chief detective apologizes for saying his country is the 'champion' of fentanyl production
apnews.com/article/mexico-fentanyl-drugs-production-apology-d4f7f2a6f34ae18a7d2f2e045ae53df3
Mexican film wins top prize at Moscow International Film Festival while major studios boycott Russia
apnews.com/article/moscow-international-film-festival-mexico-shame-972dca86f95d793c1dc95882316d37a1
The Best Restaurants in Austin: There’s plenty of barbecue and Mexican — as you’d expect — but also world-class Japanese, Korean and more. Comments welcome ...
nytimes.com/article/best-restaurants-austin.html
Massive fire rips through restaurant in Cornwall: A number of engines are currently battling the fire at a restaurant in London Apprentice
cornwalllive.com/news/cornwall-news/live-kingswood-restaurant-fire-devastates-9247666
Mexican lawmakers approve new pension fund backed by president: Mexico's Senate approved the creation of a new pension fund on Thursday aimed at boosting payouts ...
reuters.com/world/americas/mexican-lawmakers-approve-new-pension-fund-backed-by-president-2024-04-26/
Quick Glance: New Pension Fund Approved in Mexico
- Mexico's Senate approved the creation of a new pension fund to boost payouts to the lowest-earning recipients.
- The reform aims to ensure pensioners receive a specific percentage of their last monthly salary.
- Critics have raised concerns about potential risks to the savings of some Mexicans, a claim disputed by the government.
- The fund will be initially funded by unclaimed savings held by older workers in inactive accounts with private fund administrators.
Mexico's Pemex reduces financial debt, increases refining but production falls: Mexican state energy company Pemex reported on Friday that its financial debt had ...
reuters.com/business/energy/mexicos-pemex-q1-net-profit-plummets-92-2024-04-26/
Quick Glance: Pemex Reduces Debt, Increases Refining Output
- Mexican state energy company Pemex reported a decrease in its financial debt to $101.5 billion at the end of the first quarter.
- Despite a decline in production, Pemex saw an increase in processing at its six national refineries during the first quarter.
- Pemex reported a net profit of 4.7 billion pesos, down 91.7% from the previous year, amid lower sales and higher costs.
- Pemex's revenues amounted to 405.9 billion pesos, mainly impacted by a drop in crude prices.
Danna Embraces Her Darkness and Ends Up Shining on ‘Childstar’: Danna, formerly known as Danna Paola, breaks down five songs from her new album ...
rollingstone.com/music/music-latin/danna-childstar-interview-omar-apollo-breakdown-1235010099/
Ecuador spat: Trotsky to the shah, Mexico’s long history as home to exiles: Mexico has a tradition of granting asylum, but experts see political motive behind ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/26/ecuador-spat-trotsky-to-the-shah-mexicos-long-history-as-home-to-exiles
Henry Cervantes, farmworker turned WWII pilot, dies at 100: Cervantes persisted against racism to join the military as a fighter pilot, surviving a tour with the ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-26/henry-cervantes-mexican-american-farmworker-turned-wwii-fighter-pilot-obit
In-N-Out Burger plans second WA location: The California fast-food chain has proposed a second restaurant in Clark County, with 84 indoor seats ...
columbian.com/news/2024/apr/23/in-n-out-proposes-second-clark-county-location-in-east-vancouver/
Quick Glance: In-N-Out Proposes Second Location in Clark County's East Vancouver
- In-N-Out has proposed a new location in Clark County to meet the growing demand in East Vancouver, as indicated by the pre-planning documents submitted.
- The proposed property currently hosts a vacant Rite Aid building and is set to make room for a modern development with a new restaurant if the planning application is approved.
- The plans include a spacious building accommodating 84 guests, along with a well-designed drive-thru lane for 30 cars and ample parking spaces for 74 vehicles.
- In addition to the stucco building, the restaurant will feature a patio with seating and will operate from 10:30 a.m. until midnight on weekdays and until 1:30 a.m. on weekends.
Sapphira Cristál of 'RuPaul's Drag Race' discusses her Latino ties: The Season 16 contestant and fan favorite was born and raised in Houston in a diverse ...
latimes.com/delos/story/2024-04-26/sapphira-cristals-rupaul-drag-race-saul-soliz-latina
Building at end of Southern California pier catches fire, sending smoke billowing onto beach
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The Italyans closes Romford Shopping Hall restaurant: A family-owned Italian restaurant that opened in Romford Shopping Hall just three months ago has said it is ...
romfordrecorder.co.uk/news/24276811.italyans-close-romford-shopping-hall-restaurant/
Mexico’s BBB Foods (TBBB) Rises by Most Since IPO After First Report: Mexican discount retailer BBB Foods Inc. jumped on Friday, by the most since its initial ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/mexico-s-bbb-foods-rises-by-most-since-ipo-after-first-report
Stagecoach 2024: Stacy Vee on country music's moment in the sun: Goldenvoice's Stacy Vee talks about Stagecoach's role in this hot country moment ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2024-04-24/stagecoach-2024-goldenvoices-stacy-vee-on-country-musics-moment-in-the-sun
Taco Bell is testing a new menu item, and Dallas gets a first taste. What to know
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Gato Grande Sets First English-Language Comedy Series’Climax’ From Elena Crevello
deadline.com/2024/04/gato-grande-comedy-series-climax-elena-crevello-1235895464/
Santa Fe Klan Introduces Rich the Kid to His ‘Música de Barrio’ on New Collab ‘Plomo’
rollingstone.com/music/music-latin/santa-fe-klan-rich-the-kid-drop-plomo-1235010981/
Expert Panel to Mexico GM Corn Tribunal: Respect the Science: There is a mountain of evidence that both GM corn and its accompanying herbicides ...
commondreams.org/opinion/gmo-corn-mexico-glyphosate
Priests broker peace among warring Mexican cartels, local crime groups. Can it last?
courier-journal.com/story/news/crime/2024/04/25/priests-broker-peace-among-warring-mexican-cartels-guerrero-crime-groups/73275278007/
UK announces $620 million in new military aid for Ukraine and plan to up own defense spending
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Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.
- Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.
- The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.
- The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
Kenya ranked fourth wealthiest country in Africa: Kenya has been ranked among the big five wealthy markets in Africa having millionaires and billionaires
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Quick Glance: Kenya Among Top 5 Wealthiest Countries in Africa
- Kenya is recognized as one of the prosperous markets in Africa with a significant number of millionaires and billionaires.
- As per the 2024 Africa Wealth Report released by an international wealth advisory firm, Kenya holds the fourth position in terms of wealth ownership.
- Following South Africa, Egypt, and Nigeria ranking at positions one to three, Kenya comes.
- The data in the report indicates that Kenya has a substantial population of affluent individuals, totaling 7,200 millionaires.
Trier: Katzentempel opens branch on Brotstrasse: The “Katzentempel” restaurant is now opening to guests. Trier will be one of the company's 16 locations in ...
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All Powers Great and Small: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better in Geopolitics: Why bigger isn’t always better in geopolitics.
foreignaffairs.com/reviews/all-powers-great-and-small-states
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China’s Alternative Order: And What America Should Learn From It: And what America should learn from it.
foreignaffairs.com/china/chinas-alternative-order-xi-jinping-elizabeth-economy
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Fentanyl: A senior Mexican official recognizes that the country ‘is the champion’ in the drug production
english.elpais.com/international/2024-04-24/fentanyl-a-senior-mexican-official-recognizes-that-the-country-is-the-champion-in-the-drug-production.html
Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-africa-68652286
Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
West is best? How we stack up against Australia: Running a quick stock take on the NZ and Aussie economies, Australia comes out on top.
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/23/west-is-best-how-we-stack-up-against-australia/
A new report says Mexico has abandoned protection of loggerhead sea turtles: A new report finds that the Mexican government has largely abandoned protection and ...
apnews.com/article/mexico-loggerhead-sea-turtles-protection-report-a6347fdaff95d7fa9e476001d95de01d
Blackstone to buy restaurant chain Tropical Smoothie: Blackstone has agreed to buy Tropical Smoothie Cafe, the private equity firm said on Wednesday ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/blackstone-buy-tropical-smoothie-cafe-2-bln-deal-wsj-reports-2024-04-24/
'That's our crab!' Charmaine Sheh eats at Kelly Jie Seafood, has owners rushing down to meet her
asiaone.com/entertainment/thats-our-crab-charmaine-sheh-eats-kelly-jie-seafood-has-owners-rushing-down-meet-her
In potential blow to cartel, Mexico nabs brother of drug lord 'El Mencho': Mexican soldiers arrested Abraham Oseguera, the brother of Nemesio "El Mencho" ...
reuters.com/world/americas/mexico-arrests-brother-drug-lord-el-mencho-2024-04-22/
Greece and Spain under pressure to provide Ukraine with air defence systems: Kyiv renews plea for Patriot and S-300 systems at meeting of foreign and defence ...
ft.com/content/cc322202-97da-40e6-bdd2-ae1c89deea10
New restaurant in Erfurt even attracts Bodo Ramelow's attention: Mahmoud Makhlouf prepares traditional Libyan dishes in Erfurt.
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Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report: The country's notoriously ancient computer systems are due for an upgrade.
extremetech.com/computing/russia-is-working-on-a-128-core-supercomputing-platform-report
Latin restaurant Malo has a new owner who will keep the margaritas and tacos flowing
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/04/23/todd-millang-buys-malo-keeps-the-latin-restaurant-in-downtown-des-moines-open/73426696007/
UAE weather: Light to moderate rains expected from Monday to Friday: The National Centre of Meteorology said it's closely monitoring the weather situation
gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-light-to-moderate-rains-expected-from-monday-to-friday-1.1713757230632
UAE: Expect a clear day tomorrow, with not much rain, as per weather forecast: Chances of light rain in eastern areas later this week, with slight drop in ...
gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-expect-a-clear-day-tomorrow-with-not-much-rain-as-per-weather-forecast-1.1713795964743
Stagecoach 2024: Stacy Vee on country music's moment in the sun: Goldenvoice's Stacy Vee talks about Stagecoach's role in this hot country moment ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2024-04-24/stagecoach-2024-goldenvoices-stacy-vee-on-country-musics-moment-in-the-sun
Former Granby and Halfway House to re-open next month under new ownership: The new venue could become Venney & Co at The Granby in a nod to its previous glory
grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/news/grimsby-news/former-granby-halfway-house-undergoing-9243672
Mexico detains brother of drug kingpin ‘el Mencho’: The crime boss is wanted by US authorities, who have offered a reward of up to $10 million for information on ...
cnn.com/2024/04/22/americas/mexico-arrests-brother-el-mencho-intl-latam/
Met Police officers stop suspected thief while on stag do: The Met officers say they gave chase after a man tried to steal items from a restaurant in Barcelona.
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Restaurants charge a no-show fee if guests don't show up: More and more guests reserve seats in the restaurant, but then don't go. This annoys restaurateurs ...
stern.de/panorama/wissen/restaurants-erheben-no-show-gebuehr--wenn-gaeste-nicht-erscheinen-34643470.html
Chipotle opens restaurant in Kuwait, its first in Middle East: The Mexican-style food chain’s entry into the Middle East comes as Western brands in the region ...
al-monitor.com/originals/2024/04/chipotle-opens-restaurant-kuwait-its-first-middle-east
Portland strip club, site of recent fatal shooting, has new potential tenant: Chick-fil-A
usatoday.com/story/money/food/2024/04/24/portland-strip-club-chick-fil-a/73438176007/
Local restaurants offer jobs to workers after Tidewater, Chop House abruptly close
wvgazettemail.com/business/local-restaurants-offer-jobs-to-workers-after-tidewater-chop-house-abruptly-close/article_98d90dce-ab92-52ce-90fd-08f7aa4f0b5d.html
Swansea: Family left restaurant without paying £329 bill: The owners of Bella Ciao said they ordered T-bone steaks and double pudding portions.
bbc.com/news/uk-wales-68876712
Behind Vegan Chef Matthew Kenney’s Empire, an Ugly Reality: Matthew Kenney, one of the most famous names in plant-based cuisine, has left a trail of burned ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/22/dining/vegan-chef-matthew-kenney.html
Charge an extra fee? When restaurants should have to tell customers: Requiring a notice of a 'security' fee on a menu isn't good enough. Force restaurants to ...
latimes.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/story/2024-04-22/charge-extra-fee-restaurants-should-have-to-tell-customers
Review: Tim McGraw was on all night like a porch light at Xcel Energy Center: His hit-filled show in St. Paul included unexpected dancing (well sort of) and an ...
startribune.com/tim-mcgraw-carly-pearce-randall-king-xcel-energy-center-faith-hill-naz-reid-taylor-swift/600360503/
Lourdes Portillo, Oscar-Nominated Documentary Filmmaker, Dies at 80: Her films centered on Latin American experiences and received wide acclaim.
nytimes.com/2024/04/21/arts/television/lourdes-portillo-dead.html
Nationwide fast-food chain files surprise Chapter 11 bankruptcy: The nationwide chain faced deep competition that led to huge financial problems.
sacbee.com/news/business/article287854890.html
Today is the last day Monell's at the Manor is serving breakfast and lunch : Today is the last day to eat at Monell's at the Manor by the Nashville ...
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GoFundMe expands into Mexico as part of for-profit crowdfunding platform's international growth
apnews.com/article/gofundme-mexico-latin-america-crowdfunding-philanthropy-123db83a54a0971aa72aa0ab000abd91
Mexico’s presidential frontrunner vows to prioritise US trade ties: Claudia Sheinbaum strikes a contrast to mentor López Obrador at bankers’ conference
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Quick Glance: Mexico’s Presidential Front-Runner Emphasizes Priority of US Trade Ties
- Claudia Sheinbaum highlights US trade ties and aims to encourage companies to shift operations to Mexico to reduce ties with China.
- She signals the importance of the US trade relationship and promises consensus-based policies in contrast to her combative mentor López Obrador.
- Enthusiasm for Mexico's economic potential due to proximity to the US is evident, despite facing long-standing economic challenges.
- Sheinbaum runs a disciplined campaign, emphasizing continuity while showing willingness for differences and addressing significant economic challenges ahead.
Podolski kebab store in Bad Godesberg is about to open: Things are still changing in Bad Godesberg's city center. Some retailers and restaurants are closing ...
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McDonald's worker, 15, left with fractured skull after adult male with rap sheet stomps her during brawl
nypost.com/2024/04/21/us-news/mcdonalds-worker-15-left-with-fractured-skull-after-man-stomps-head/
Zelenskyy announces bilateral security agreements with US and Nordic countries – video
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/20/7452154/
'Dine-and-dash' family rack up £329 bill of steaks, desserts and bottles of pop: Bella Ciao Italian restaurant in Port Talbot, Wales, said the diners ordered ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/22/dine-and-dash-family-rack-329-bill-steaks-desserts-bottles-pop-20690962/
How Chinese firms are using Mexico as a backdoor to the US: Chinese firms are racing to set up factories in Mexico to bypass US tariffs and sanctions.
bbc.com/news/business-68825118
CA fast-food franchisees fear losing diners to Chili's, Applebee's: Fast-food franchisees in California worry diners may flock to Chili's and Applebee's to avoid ...
businessinsider.com/fast-food-california-expensive-diners-could-switch-to-chilis-applebees-2024-4
Cashless payment: Finally introduce compulsory card devices! - Comment: Money is often only moved digitally, without the need for bills and coins ...
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Quick Glance: Card Terminal Requirement: Advocating for Cashless Payment - Commentary
- Card terminals for EC and credit cards are still missing in many stores.
- Advocating for the development towards cashless payment to bring stubborn cash users to reason.
- A nationwide card terminal requirement for merchants is proposed as a solution to offer all payment options.
- The benefits of card payment are emphasized, and laziness and fear of technology are cited as reasons for refusal.
Owners of La Cuchara will open a new restaurant in Hampden’s Five and Dime building
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/22/owners-of-la-cuchara-will-open-a-new-restaurant-in-hampdens-five-and-dime-building/
Valero Sees Mexican Fuel Demand Growing Despite Dos Bocas Boost: Valero Energy Corp. expects fuel demand to grow in Mexico, even with the flagship Dos Bocas ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/valero-sees-mexican-fuel-demand-growing-despite-dos-bocas-boost
Two Mexican mayoral contenders found dead on same day: Killing of Noe Ramos Ferretiz and Alberto Garcia bring to 17 the number of slain candidates ahead of June ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/20/two-mexican-mayoral-contenders-found-dead-on-same-day
Luis Miguel celebrates 54th birthday in L.A. with Paloma Cuevas and daughter Michelle Salas
english.elpais.com/people/2024-04-24/luis-miguel-celebrates-54th-birthday-in-la-with-paloma-cuevas-and-daughter-michelle-salas.html
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