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☆ ‘World’s ugliest dog’ is a long-tongued frizz-ball called Wild Thang
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-24 | by ( Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

And the annual World’s Ugliest Dog contest unearthed some true diamonds in the ruff on Friday when it was held at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, California. Wild Thang, an 8-year-old Pekingese, was crowned the winner and collected the $5,000 prize after five previous attempts. Rome, a 14-year-old pug, walks the red carpet during the annual World's Ugliest Dog contest. “He is just a sweet dog – I was just holding him and he loves to be held and cuddled. Justin Sullivan/Getty ImagesA 14-year-old, one-eyed pug named Rome snagged second place, making his first appearance in the competition.

Persons: ruff, ”, Fiona Ma, Thang, Josh Edelson, He’s, Ma, Daisy Mae, Justin Sullivan, pug, Rome, “, Ozzie, Ozzie – Organizations: CNN, Sonoma, Marin, Associated Press, Getty Locations: Petaluma , California, Wild, Rome, AFP, California, Ukraine

☆ EU tariffs on EVs sting China but won’t halt BYD’s advance
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-13 | by ( Laura He | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

The impact on China’s EV makers will vary depending on the level of tariff and each company’s cost structure. “One critical issue for China is that the EU accounted for 38% of China’s EV exports in 2023,” Sebastian said. In February, nine government agencies, including the Commerce Ministry and the central bank, vowed to provide support to accelerate Chinese EV makers’ global push. Tesla prices to riseIn contrast to BYD, state-owned carmaker SAIC is in a “disastrous” situation facing 38.1% in additional tariffs, according to Sebastian. Soula said China could retaliate by imposing tariffs on some European goods such as luxury cars, premium brandies or airplane parts.

Persons: Hong Kong CNN —, BYD, Tesla, Gregor Sebastian, ”, ” Sebastian, Etienne Soula, It’s, Sebastian, Geely, Andrew Bergbaum, don’t, Soula Organizations: Hong Kong CNN, European Union, EV, China’s, Alliance, Democracy, German Marshall Fund of, Commerce Ministry, SAIC, Volvo, European Commission, UBS, EU Locations: China, Hong Kong, European, Europe, Beijing, Asia, Brazil, Turkey, United States, EU, America, Shanghai, Hungary, Italy, Spain

☆ A New Yorker turned her one-bedroom apartment into a colorful dream space with 'dopamine decor'
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-04 | by ( Samantha Grindell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Maitri Mody moved into a one-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, New York, in February. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementAs Maitri Mody settled into her new apartment, she knew she needed to put her stamp on it. In February, she moved into a one-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn's Park Slope neighborhood with her pug, Ari. As a maximalist and fan of bright decor, Mody wanted to fill her apartment with color, even though she was only renting.

Persons: Maitri Mody, —, Mody, pug, Ari Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Brooklyn , New York, New York City, Brooklyn's

The results of pure-breeding, on display starting this Saturday at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York, are profound. Erich Andres/United Archives, via Getty Images Modern shepherds have more pronounced slopes A German shepherd at the 2013 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Imagno/Getty Images Modern pugs have smushed, round faces A pug at the 2013 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Fox Photos/Getty Images Modern chows are slightly larger, with more fluffy fur A chow at the 2013 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Fox Photos/Getty Images Modern bull terriers have more football-shaped heads A bull terrier at the 2013 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

Persons: Davis, Erich Andres, Fred R, Conrad, Danika Bannasch, Cane Corso, Pugs, Imagno, Chow chows, chow, Bull Organizations: American Kennel Club, University of California, Wisdom Health, Westminster Kennel, Danes, United, Getty, The New York Times, Fox, American Kennel Locations: Finland, New York, Rhodesian

☆ Britain’s ‘ugliest dog’ will feature in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ says Ryan Reynolds
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-07 | by ( Dan Heching | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —While Marvel fans are excited for the super-heroic teamup between Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in this summer’s “Deadpool & Wolverine,” there is another character – of the four-legged variety – set to make her debut in the movie as well. “Her real name is Peggy, and she won the award for Britain’s Ugliest Dog,” Reynolds told Empire Magazine in an article published on Tuesday. “It was one of those things where you just keep listening to the movie, and Dogpool became a staple.”According to BBC, Peggy won the unique title of Britain’s ugliest dog in January of 2023. Equipped with her very own “Dogpool” Instagram page, Peggy also appeared in a still from the new movie on Reynolds’ own Instagram in December of last year. “It’s love at first sight,” he told Empire of the bond between his character Deadpool and the pup.

Persons: Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Reynolds, “, Peggy, ” Reynolds, Wade Wilson, ”, Dogpool “, Deadpool, Wolverine ”, Dogpool, – Organizations: CNN, Marvel, Empire Magazine, BBC Locations: Leven, Hornsea, East Yorkshire

☆ Dachshund could face ban in Germany because of inherent health problems, highlighting wider dog breeding concerns
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-30 | by ( Nathan Rennolds | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. In that case, the legally stipulated breeding ban will affect all healthy dogs that deviate from the wolf type in their appearance," per The Times. AdvertisementDachshunds are plagued by a range of health problems relating to their "extreme body shape," according to the British Veterinary Association. Joey Hadden/Business InsiderDachshunds are not the only breed to suffer from breeding-related issues. Other dogs with significant health issues derived from selective breeding include the pug and the bulldog, both suffer from serious breathing difficulties due to their flat faces.

Persons: —, Peter Friedrich, Joey Hadden, Dachshunds Organizations: Service, German Kennel, The, Business, Times, Sky, British Veterinary Association, UK's Royal Society for, Animals, RSPCA, PETA Locations: Germany, London

☆ Does your dog need a coat?
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-24 | by ( Alicia Wallace | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

But all this begs the question: Does your dog need a coat? From high-fashion to high-performanceThere’s evidence of dog fashion and clothing throughout history — from the ancient Egyptians and 19th-century Paris dog boutiques to early 20th-century photographs of dogs wearing clothes. Prada's Re-Nylon puffer dog coat with hood comes in two colors and three sizes, $825 From PradaBut the transition from Fifth Avenue high-end and high fashion to high-performance and technical function has certainly accelerated in recent decades. Doberman Pinschers — along with sleek breeds like Greyhounds and Whippets — are prime candidates for dog coats because of their short hair, thin skin and minimal body fat. “Make sure the coat fits well for safety and they’re supervised while wearing the coat.

Persons: Jerry Klein, Klein, Godiva, Jessica Rinaldi, I’m, ”, Alan Fausel, Enoch Frères, ” Fausel, Tiffany, Bruiser Woods, ” Frank, “ Frasier, Prada, Gucci, Prada's, Peter Kearns, Batman, Robyn Baldrey, Joe Hafner, Voyagers, ” Hafner, That’s, ” Coats, Jackie Moord, Mark Makela, Nicole Wheatley, Shanoa, ’ ” Wheatley, MeadowCat, Wheatley, Minnesota’s Northwoods, Drogo, Lois Katchur, Richter, Whippets, Leon, Sypha, ” Wheatley, Jennifer Bruns, Kent Nishimura, ” Bruns, they’re Organizations: Minnesota CNN —, American Kennel Club, CNN, Boston, Boston Globe, AKC Museum, Prada, Fifth, American Pet Products Association, “, Husky, PetSmart Veterinary Services, Los Angeles Times Locations: Anoka, Minnesota, Boston , Massachusetts, New York City, Paris, Seattle, Bend , Oregon, Santa Monica, It’s, Tacoma , Washington, Ada , Michigan, Rehoboth Beach , Delaware, Anoka , Minnesota, Minnesota’s, Muncy , Pennsylvania, Washington , DC

☆ My boyfriend and I spent $40,000 to take our dog to Japan on vacation. It was worth every penny.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-22 | by ( Faye Bradley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

My boyfriend Anders and I are based in Hong Kong, and last year we spent around $40,000 to take our dog on vacation in Japan. It was magical to watch Siu Tim experience his first snowfall and frolic through Japan's breathtaking landscapes. AdvertisementTo make traveling around with Siu Tim easier, we spent $1,160 to rent a car. In Japan, Siu Tim stood out and quickly became a local favorite, perhaps due to the nation's affinity for small dogs. The trip was expensive but we've already gone on our second vacation togetherThe couple already returned to Japan in 2024 with Siu Tim for their second trip.

Persons: Tiffany Chan, Anders, Siu Tim, Siu Tim's, Siu, we've Organizations: Business, Bulldog, Japan Locations: Hong Kong, Japan, Mong Kok, Narita, Kyoto, Asakusa, Tokyo

☆ What Makes a Tiny Home Cool? Apartment Therapy Has Some Ideas.
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-20 | by ( Julie Lasky | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

“Likely, when we close our eyes and think of a small space, it’s white walls, no lighting and bad storage,” said Nate Berkus. Mr. Berkus, the celebrity interior designer, was standing in a bright, cabinet-outfitted bathroom that he designed for Apartment Therapy’s “Small/Cool NYC,” a pop-up exhibition in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The event, which is running on consecutive weekends this month and will conclude on Sunday, Oct. 29, is halfway between a showhouse and a showroom. More than a dozen 10-by-12-foot room schemes — imagined by creators as fresh as Maitri Mody, a fashion influencer who posts on Instagram under the name Honey I Dressed the Pug, and as seasoned as the talk-show host and domestic strategist Drew Barrymore — offer tips for loosening up tight quarters. Visitors can steal ideas like Ms. Mody’s choice of fruit-and-vegetable-shaped hardware on sherbet-colored kitchen cabinets or they can shop the settings using QR codes.

Persons: “, ”, Nate Berkus, Berkus, Drew Barrymore Locations: Sunset Park , Brooklyn

☆ Wimbledon women’s final: Markéta Vondroušová and Ons Jabeur battle for their maiden grand slam
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-14 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

CNN —Markéta Vondroušová and Ons Jabeur will meet in the women’s Wimbledon final on Saturday with both aiming to win their maiden grand slam title. Dylan Martinez/ReutersAfter her semifinal victory on Thursday, Vondroušová admitted she has some added motivation to win in Saturday’s final. “If I win a grand slam, he’s going to get one, so I hope I will. Just 12 months ago, the Tunisian lost in three sets to Elena Rybakina in the Wimbledon final. Jabeur celebrates after winning match point against Sabalenka in their Wimbledon semifinal.

Persons: Markéta, Vondroušová, Elina Svitolina, Jabeur, Jessica Pegula –, Ash Barty, Dylan Martinez, “, ”, it’s, Frankie, she’s, –, Frankie –, He’s, Elena Rybakina, Iga Świątek, Petra Kvitová, Bianca Andreescu, Rob Newell, CameraSport, I’ve, That’s Organizations: CNN, Wimbledon, Lawn Tennis, Croquet, Centre Court, Svitolina, Reuters, Saturday’s, Sabalenka Locations: Vondroušová, North, Czech, Prague

☆ Taking a Late-in-Life Victory Lap, Thanks to His Novel’s ‘Lunatic Energy’
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-16 | by ( Alexandra Alter | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Robert Plunket was living in a trailer park in Englewood, Fla., with his pug, Meatball, when an email interrupted his life of quiet retirement. “I did feel like an obscure has-been,” Plunket said, “because that’s what I was, technically.”Now, Plunket is relishing his new status as a former has-been. This month, the independent publisher New Directions reissued his novel, “My Search for Warren Harding,” a biting comedy about a scholar who goes to extreme, morally questionable lengths to access letters Warren Harding sent to his mistress. What’s even more unusual about Plunket, and his unlikely return, is how stealthily influential his fiction has been over the decades. His admirers include writers like the novelist Ann Beattie and the journalist Frank Rich, comedians like Amy Sedaris and Larry David.

Persons: Robert Plunket, Meatball, Plunket, ” Plunket, Warren Harding, ”, Danzy Senna, Ann Beattie, Frank Rich, Amy Sedaris, Larry David, Madonna, Ian Organizations: New Locations: Englewood, Fla, New York

☆ I'm a vet who had a retro pug live for 18 years. Here's how I kept her healthy and why this super breed lives longer than pugs.
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-24 | by ( Crystal Raypole | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

She says retro pugs are playful and energetic and have fewer breathing problems than purebred pugs. Kasey was a retro pug who lived for 18 years, a few years longer than what's typical for a traditional pug. How healthier retro pugs came aboutAn 1802 painting of what pugs may have looked like in the early 19th century. Not only did retro pugs resemble historical pugs, they had improved genetics, fewer health issues, and a longer life expectency than purebred pugs. Bread and Butter Productions / Getty ImagesEye issues are common among pugs and retro pugs, but I've found retro pugs can heal much faster than their purebred relatives.

Pot RoastWhen Pot Roast became fatally ill last month, heartbroken fans took their grief out on her owner. She added that Pot Roast died in her arms. In the wake of Pot Roast's death in February, Pot Roast's mom was harassed and criticized for using jokes and dark humor to cope with the loss of her pet. Since Pot Roast's passing, Pot Roast's Mom has adopted two new cats: Soup and Coupon. I do be missing her voice rn.”As of December, it appeared Tylers’ account was no longer available on TikTok.

☆ Noodle, the Pup Who Went Viral for ‘Bones Day,’ Dies at 14
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-03 | by ( Ginger Adams Otis | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

Noodle the pug, a social-media star for the “Bones” or “No Bones” videos that dictated the daily mood for his many followers, died Friday. He was 14 years old. Owner Jonathan Graziano shared the news Saturday on Noodle’s Tik Tok and other social-media pages.

Graziano took to TikTok, the platform where Noodle stole fans' hearts, to announce the beloved dog's death. If Noodle stood up on his own, Graziano declared the day a “Bones Day.” If Noodle flopped over and refused to leave his bed, it was a “No Bones Day” — a sign to let yourself take a break and stay in. Fans on Twitter are wishing Noodles farewell with the hashtag “BonesDay,” and commenting on Graziano's video extending their condolences. "It will now and forever be a bones day," one fan commented on Graziano's TikTok, which was liked 47,300 times. “Noodle and the No Bones Day” features Noodle and Graziano navigating both Bones Days and No Bones Days to show kids that it’s “OK not to feel 100 percent all of the time.”

☆ «Потенциал Кишинева — это люди». Интервью с кишиневским архитектором Максимом Калужаком
▼ + stars: | 2021-05-13 | by ( ) ru.diez.md time to read: +7 min

Я считаю, что архитектор должен уметь делать всё — от уличной мебели до интерьера помещений. В Кишиневе часто бывает сразу после реновации или строительства все начинает ломаться, разрушаться, и чтобы избежать этого архитектор должен знать особенности материалов. Сейчас город на этапе развития, но очевидны последствия урбанистического хаоса. Я вновь хочу подчеркнуть, что мы сейчас находимся на определенном этапе развития. ***План обустройства территории муниципия Кишинэу — это стратегический документ, определяющий видение и приоритеты развития столицы на длительный период.

Persons: — —, Mies van, — ArtCor, Максим Калужак, Бубуечь Organizations: Стратегия социальноэкономического развития Locations: Кишинев, Бухарест, Брашов, Румыния, Рига, Москва, Италия, Молдова, СССР, Россия, Республика Молдова, Европа, Азия, Кишинэу

Etapa de scriere a Strategiei, pe cât de îndelungată este, pe atât de necesară, deoarece include pași, detalii și decizii bine gândite care se vor realiza în viitor. Planul de amenajare a teritoriului municipiului Chișinău este un punct de start pentru identificarea și definitivarea unei identități urbanistice cu potențial de creștere a segmentului economic, social, rețeaua stradală și sistemul de transport, îmbunătățirea sistemului ecologic și a sistemului de gestionare a deșeurilor. În perioada primei etape de întocmire a Strategiei, au fost stabilite cinci probleme principale ale orașului, care sunt: mediul urban neconfortabil, utilizarea ineficientă a teritoriului orașului, salariile mici, economia urbană depășită, dificultățile de autorealizare. ***Planul de amenajare a teritoriului municipiului Chișinău este un document strategic ce va stabili viziunea și prioritățile de dezvoltare a capitalei pe o perioadă mai mare de timp. Amintim că, Primăria municipiului Chișinău a inițiat lucrul asupra elaborării Planului de amenajare, în luna iunie 2020, proces care prevede o documentare amplă asupra situației de fapt.

Organizations: Federația Locations: Chișinău, Republicii Moldova, Federația Rusă, Chișinăului, Moscova, Wakefield

Aici intră în joc strategia de dezvoltare, PAT, PUG și PUZ, care sunt instrumente urbanistice strategice și primordiale pentru gestionarea dezvoltării unui oraș. De modul în care vor fi elaborate PUG, PUZ și PUD și de calitatea generală a acestora, depinde direcția de dezvoltare a orașului, pentru o perioadă îndelungată de timp. Planul Urbanistic General (PUG-ul) este un proiect care face parte din programul de amenajare a teritoriului şi de dezvoltare a localităţilor ce compun unitatea teritorial-administrativă de bază. Strategia de dezvoltare, la rândul ei, abordează cea mai complexă problemă existentă în dezvoltarea unui oraș, un QUO VADIS al urbanismului. ***Planul de amenajare a teritoriului municipiului Chișinău este un document strategic ce va stabili viziunea și prioritățile de dezvoltare a capitalei pe o perioadă mai mare de timp.

Persons: Sankt Petersburgului Locations: acţiunile, CUT, străinătate, Chișinău, Moscovei, Sankt, PUZ

☆ „Strategia de dezvoltare a orașului este un QUO VADIS al urbanismului”, interviu cu Igor Vrabie, director adjunct al DGAURF
▼ + stars: | 2021-04-19 | by ( Onixmedia Srl | ) diez.md time to read: +9 min

„Strategia de dezvoltare a orașului este un QUO VADIS al urbanismului”, interviu cu Igor Vrabie, director adjunct al DGAURFÎntr-o discuție cu Igor Vrabie, directorul adjunct al Direcției generale arhitectură, urbanism și relații funciare a CMC, am aflat despre cum se lucrează asupra Planului de amenajare a teritoriului municipiului Chișinău. De modul în care vor fi elaborate PUG, PUZ și PUD și de calitatea generală a acestora, depinde direcția de dezvoltare a orașului, pentru o perioadă îndelungată de timp. Planul Urbanistic General (PUG-ul) este un proiect care face parte din programul de amenajare a teritoriului şi de dezvoltare a localităţilor ce compun unitatea teritorial-administrativă de bază. Problemele abordate în PUZ sunt focusate pe o zonă mai mică decât scara generală a orașului. Exemplele de bună practică ale altor orașe, servesc drept un ghid comprehensiv și explicit pentru dezvoltarea favorabilă a orașului.

Persons: Igor Vrabie, Sankt Petersburgului Locations: Chișinău, acţiunile, CUT, străinătate, Moscovei, Sankt, PUZ

☆ Planul Urbanistic General și cele Zonale din Chișinău au fost digitalizate, cu sprijinul PNUD
▼ + stars: | 2021-04-17 | by ( Anatolie Esanu | ) www.zdg.md time to read: +3 min

Primăria Chișinău a digitalizat Planul Urbanistic General (PUG) Chișinău din 2007 și a Planurile Urbanistice Zonale (PUZ), elaborate în perioada 2007-2020. Lucrările au fost susținute de PNUD Moldova, prin intermediul proiectului „Orașe verzi durabile”, finanțat de Facilitatea Globală de Mediu (GEF), anunță, printr-un comunicat, PNUD Moldova. Până acum PUG, PUZ-urile și regulamentul local de urbanism erau disponibile doar profesioniștilor și proiectanților care lucrau nemijlocit cu aceste planuri. Pentru a face posibilă digitalizarea și prelucrarea directă în platforma de management integrat al teritoriului, a fost elaborat un standard unic la nivel instituțional a documentațiilor de urbanism. Concomitent vor fi create servicii de date spațiale (WMS și WFS) pentru vizualizare și descărcarea datelor pentru proiectanți și utilizatorii GIS”, a declarat Victor Chironda, viceprimarul Municipiului Chișinău.

Persons: Victor Chironda Organizations: PNUD Locations: Chișinău, PNUD Moldova, PUG, Municipiului Chișinău

☆ «Стратегия развития города позволит рассчитывать на полное доверие граждан». Интервью с главой московского бюро MASTER’S PLAN Юлией Зубарик
▼ + stars: | 2021-04-07 | by ( ) ru.diez.md time to read: +9 min

Мы решили обсудить важность разработки Стратегии социально-экономического развития муниципия, а также других урбанистических документов с архитектором, членом команды специалистов из Российской Федерации. – Как вам удалось наладить сотрудничество с Кишиневом и принять участие в разработке Стратегии социально-экономического развития города? Например, концепция застройки Южного порта в городе Москве — это огромнейшая территория вдоль Москвы-реки. – В ходе сбора исходных данных и их анализа, мы определили две основные стратегии возможного социально-экономического развития города. На первом этапе проведены фундаментальные исследования, и завершена работа над Стратегией социально-экономического развития.

Persons: —, PUG, Юлия Зубарик, Светлана Доготару, Иван Чебан Organizations: PLAN, Стратегия социальноэкономического развития Locations: Российская Федерация, Москва, Кишинев, Южный порт, Москвыреки, ВадулЛуйВодэ, Молдова, Республика Молдова, Кишинэу

☆ это люди!», интервью с Ильёй Степановым, архитектор смыслов из Москвы
▼ + stars: | 2021-03-23 | by ( ) ru.diez.md time to read: +8 min

Но, ключевой вектор непосредственно, в команде Кишинэу, это работа со смыслами. – Я являюсь частью команды Мастер’с План, которая работает над Стратегии социально-экономического развития города Кишинэу и всего муниципия. Это является самым главным для того чтобы сделать город живым. В городе есть живые люди и эти люди могут сделать город живым и вот – очень важно чтобы администрация трансформировалась из родительской позиции в сервисную позицию, которая служит внутри взаимодействия житель-житель, горожанин-горожанин. Напоминаем, что примэрия Кишинэу инициировала работу по разработке Плана и Стратегии развития в июне 2020 года, процесс что предоставляет обширную документацию по фактической ситуации.

Persons: – —, – ’, –, “, Илья Степанов, Кишинэу, Константин Диковский, Юля Зубарик, Мастерс План, Кишинев, ГЕНпланами, Мастер, Кишенев Organizations: Кишинэу, Главное управление архитектуры, градостроительства и земельных отношений, Мэрии, Генеральный Locations: Российская Федерация, Кишинэу, Кишинев, Город, Республика Молдова, Молдова

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