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Isabella Walker

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The Inaugural Franca Fund Gala Will Take Place This November in Doha

November Welcomes the First Franca Fund Gala in Doha

The Franca Fund, an initiative created to honor the legacy of one of fashion’s most influential voices, is preparing to host its very first gala this November in Doha. The event promises to bring together leaders from the worlds of fashion, art, philanthropy, and culture in a celebration of creativity and humanitarian values that continue to inspire the industry.This eagerly awaited event signifies more than merely a stylish night; it marks an important landmark for the foundation that was created to carry on the vision and mission of Franca Sozzani. Renowned for her bold editorial endeavors and championing of social…
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Supreme Court allows Trump's cuts to health research grants over DEI policies

Supreme Court backs Trump’s reduction of health research grants amid DEI policy dispute

El Tribunal Supremo de los Estados Unidos ha decidido respaldar la imposición de restricciones a las subvenciones federales para la investigación en salud relacionadas con políticas de diversidad, equidad e inclusión (DEI), generando un amplio debate en las comunidades académicas y de investigación médica. Esta decisión respalda las medidas anteriores implementadas durante la gestión de Donald Trump, que buscaban disminuir la financiación de programas que exigían el cumplimiento de estándares DEI para obtener subvenciones.The court's decision is seen as a critical juncture in the ongoing debate on the allocation of federal money to research organizations. By maintaining these limitations, the…
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Trump backs down from 250% EU pharma tariff in deal

Trump drops 250% EU pharma tariff following EU agreement

The rising trade disputes between Washington and Brussels reached a pivotal point when former U.S. President Donald Trump decided to abandon proposals to introduce an unusually steep tariff—allegedly 250 percent—on pharmaceutical goods imported from the European Union. This move, included in a broader trade agreement, represents a crucial development in the prolonged discussions between the two significant economic forces and provides a temporary relief for businesses on both sides of the Atlantic.The dispute traces back to a period of intensifying trade frictions, during which Washington sought to correct what it viewed as persistent imbalances and unfair practices in sectors ranging…
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'Suspense, betrayal and violence': The 1930s tropical 'utopia' that became a living hell

‘Suspense, betrayal and violence’: The dark story of the 1930s tropical ‘utopia’

In the early 1930s, a group of settlers journeyed to a remote tropical island seeking an idyllic life far removed from the chaos of modern society. Their dream was to build a self-sufficient community, free from the constraints of conventional civilization—a place where nature, simplicity, and human resilience could coexist in harmony. To outsiders, the venture appeared bold and visionary, a daring attempt to create a utopia in the heart of an untouched landscape.The island promised beauty and abundance. Lush greenery, pristine beaches, and crystal-clear waters painted an image of paradise. To those who came, it seemed like the ultimate…
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