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Famke Janssen's Ageless Style in Mini Dress
Cultureindex-hr23d ago

Famke Janssen's Ageless Style in Mini Dress

Actress Famke Janssen, known for X-Men, showcased a modern summer look in New York, proving that age is no barrier to fantastic style in a mini denim dress and burgundy ballet flats.

DO Penedès Drafts New Regulations for Still and Sparkling Wines
Businessla-vanguardia2mo ago

DO Penedès Drafts New Regulations for Still and Sparkling Wines

The DO Penedès, a Spanish wine region, is drafting independent regulations for its still and sparkling wines. The new rules will establish three levels of quality potential with varying degrees of requirements, drawing inspiration from models in Burgundy and Champagne, France.

TGV Trains Stranded for Over 9 Hours in Burgundy
Worldle-figaro3mo ago

TGV Trains Stranded for Over 9 Hours in Burgundy

Two TGV trains heading to Paris experienced a breakdown around 11:45 PM in Burgundy, leaving 841 passengers stranded for over nine hours before the trains eventually resumed their journey around 9:30 AM.

Afghan woman’s boutique brightens Bamiyan
CultureDawn6mo ago

Afghan woman’s boutique brightens Bamiyan

With women banned from most jobs in Afghanistan, an embroidery boutique run by 22-year-old Rahima Alavi is a surprising and treasured sight in Bamiyan. “Spring flowers, tailoring and embroidery,” reads a sign outside Alavi’s small store, which opened in January after a months-long search for work. “I really feel proud because I can support my family, my parents and three sisters. I can pay the rent,” said Alavi, who was wearing a burgundy coat that had a few pieces of leftover coloured thread stuck to it. This photograph taken on January 20, 2026 shows Afghan tailoress Rahima Alavi embroidering a scarf at her boutique in Bamiyan. —AFP Demonstrating her new skills, she guided material through her sewing machine to create delicate silk leaves and flowers. Alavi is one of more than five million people who have returned to the country since 2023 from Pakistan and Iran, which have been pushing back Afghans after hosting them for decades. Having grown up in rural Bamiyan province, where she helped her parents with farm work alongside school, the family moved to Iran in 2021. “In Iran, there were more job opportunities, and there, men and women can work,” she said. They picked cabbages for a living near the central city of Isfahan, before returning to Afghanistan in 2024. “My father couldn’t find a job, nor could I or my sisters. I was very hopeless, because there were no jobs in Bamiyan,” she said, her smile fading. his photograph taken on January 20, 2026 shows Afghan tailoress Rahima Alavi (L) embroidering scarves and clothes at her boutique in Bamiyan. —AFP Only one per cent of women who returned from Pakistan or Iran have found full-time jobs, while two per cent have a business, according to a survey by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Alavi struggled for months, before being picked along with 25 other women for embroidery training under a programme backed by the UN refugee agency. “I started to have hope, and my hope grew bigger with the course,” she said. ‘No work for women’ Alavi was given a range of equipment including a sewing machine, fabric and cash for a solar panel — essential in a country where power cuts are commonplace. Her teacher, Rayhana Darabi, described Alavi as “very capable, very talented”. “She was so dedicated that she would not miss anything and learned everything that same day,” said Darabi. The embroidery teacher lost her job in December when the programme was discontinued, as part of broader aid cuts hitting people across Afghanistan. Alavi is the only woman from the programme to have successfully opened a business so far, with her best friend’s support, bringing great pride to those around her. This photograph taken on January 20, 2026 shows Afghan women embroidering scarves and clothes at a boutique in Bamiyan. —AFP “We were truly very happy. Women in Afghanistan today — not only in Bamiyan but all over the country — face many challenges and rules and regulations,” said her teacher. The Afghan Taliban authorities rule by a strict interpretation of Islamic law, barring women from the majority of professions while permitting some to work in industries such as handicrafts. Alavi appealed to donors to restart the training programme. “Because there is no work for women here,” she said. Last year, women were the majority among nearly 2,400 people trained under UNHCR programmes. The agency said this month it needed $216m this year to support displaced people and returnees across the country, but its appeal was currently just eight per cent funded. With opportunities increasingly limited, Alavi encouraged her fellow returnee women to seek out any chance available. “Don’t sit at home,” said the entrepreneur, surrounded by embroidered dresses, scarves and tablecloths. Decorated across one of the scarves, which Alavi said she would like to wear, she had embroidered purple butterflies taking flight.

Watchmakers Explore Red Tones for 2026 Collections
Culturechannel-news-asia12d ago

Watchmakers Explore Red Tones for 2026 Collections

Watchmakers like Cartier, Chanel, Patek Philippe, and Tudor are incorporating various shades of red into their 2026 watch collections, utilizing rich lacquer, precious stones, and innovative case designs.

Burgundy Grape Harvest Begins Early Due to Heatwaves
Culturele-figaro28d ago

Burgundy Grape Harvest Begins Early Due to Heatwaves

Grape harvests have begun in Burgundy, setting a new record for precocity due to heatwaves, with other French regions like Champagne and Bordeaux also experiencing historically early starts, and Languedoc-Roussillon having commenced in July.

The Quest for Affordable White Burgundy Wines
CultureThe Guardian2mo ago

The Quest for Affordable White Burgundy Wines

An article explores the possibility of finding affordable white burgundy wines, acknowledging their expensive production and purchase costs but suggesting that options exist for those who know where to look.

Serbia to Change Passport Color to Burgundy Red
Worlddanas4mo ago

Serbia to Change Passport Color to Burgundy Red

Serbian authorities have announced plans to change the color of the country's passports from the current bordeaux to burgundy red. This modification aims to align with international standards and differentiate the new shade.

Culturetimes-uk6mo ago

Best Burgundy Wines to Buy Now

A wine critic has compiled a list of the best Burgundy wines currently available for purchase, offering recommendations to enthusiasts.

Burgundy Canal at Risk of Closure Due to Drought
Worldle-figaro1mo ago

Burgundy Canal at Risk of Closure Due to Drought

The Burgundy Canal faces potential closure as severe drought conditions have lowered water levels to a point where navigation is no longer possible, mirroring similar situations across Europe.

Celebrities Showcase Bold Fashion at Annual Met Gala
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Celebrities Showcase Bold Fashion at Annual Met Gala

The annual Met Gala saw numerous celebrities showcasing a wide array of unique and often controversial fashion choices on the red carpet. Attendees' outfits, including Beyoncé's return and other notable looks, sparked widespread discussion and media coverage.

Meghan Markle Sets Burgundy Fashion Trend
Cultureindex-hr6mo ago

Meghan Markle Sets Burgundy Fashion Trend

Duchess Meghan Markle has confirmed the burgundy fashion trend by wearing a silk slip dress, completing her look with Cartier jewelry to promote simplicity and timeless elegance.