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This Portuguese opinion piece calls on the Mayor of Lisbon to address the root causes of drug trafficking, specifically a territorial war among sellers of 'fake laurel' (pressed laurel), rather than merely issuing statements.
An opinion piece by Veronika Kövesdi discusses Hungarian politician Péter Magyar's 'shadow boxing,' suggesting that the laurel wreath belongs to those who know when to stop, even if the audience demands more.
An article discusses conflicting views on balcony gardening, with some preferring biodiversity and insects while others opt for cherry laurel and fewer bees.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has ordered a halt to the importation of feedstock, including molasses and sugarcane, for bioethanol production. The move aims to protect the domestic sugar industry and local farmers.
The Department of Agriculture in the Philippines has expanded its P20/kilo rice program to the province of Kalinga, with Agriculture Sec. Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. leading the rollout.
A shooting incident has been reported at the Amigos Mexican Grill restaurant located in Laurel, Maryland, with initial details indicating multiple injuries. Emergency services responded to the scene at 13600 Baltimore Ave Unit 400.
The Department of Agriculture in the Philippines may require an additional P40 billion in funding if the country's oil crisis continues, according to DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr.
Nature conservationists are calling for a sales ban on cherry laurel (Kirschlorbeer) due to its invasive nature and toxicity. The plant, popular with homeowners, is displacing native species and already spreading into forests.
The Philippines faces a challenge as consumers now prefer imported rice, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said, noting that local varieties are losing ground in the domestic market.
Laurel Canyon’s storied Country Store has been sold. But what its new owners plan to do with it remains unclear.
Kindergarten teacher Laurel Bates introduced an old telephone into her classroom, allowing children to leave her messages, and she discovered their favorite one.
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Indie band Blossoms celebrated the 10th anniversary of their debut album, with frontman Tom Ogden discussing the "pure joy" of revisiting their early days and revealing details about the "playfulness" of their upcoming sixth album.
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in the Philippines plans to appeal a Supreme Court decision that went against its vessel monitoring system policy. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. emphasized that the system is the most effective way to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.
After being named 'Best City in the World' again, San Miguel de Allende's CEO Travis Bembenek argues the city must continue to improve and not rest on its laurels, proposing nine areas for enhancement.
Dan Fried's newly formed production and financing company, Laurel Canyon Pictures, has officially launched with a mission to finance and produce a slate of premium documentaries annually. The company's inaugural project is a Tribeca Film about Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Valtteri Laurell Pöyhönen, founder of Ricky-Tick Big Band, expresses his desire to create music slowly, drawing inspiration from superstar producer Quincy Jones.
The Hulme Hippodrome, a Manchester venue that once hosted stars like Stan Laurel and Morecambe and Wise, has fallen into decay, prompting questions about its future after serving as a bingo hall, church, and squat.
Lionsgate has promoted Laurel Pecchia to Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications, expanding her role to lead corporate media relations strategies, executive communications, and employee engagement initiatives.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced a new policy reinstating gender testing and effectively preventing transgender women from competing in women's Olympic events by limiting participation to 'biological females' ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Music legend Rufus Wainwright has put his vibrant Spanish-style residence on the market in Los Angeles for $2.3 million—more than 10 years after he picked up the unique abode.
Was best known for her role as Laurel Ellis on iconic 1980s TV drama
CM Khemchand Singh said Lakshmipriya Devi has consistently brought laurels through her outstanding work in cinema, and this latest honour further elevates the stature of Manipuri art and culture on th
The former police chief of Laurel has been sentenced to 55 years in Montgomery County after being convicted on multiple serial arson charges.
Fisherfolk from Zambales province in the Philippines met with Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. to discuss production subsidies for communities affected by the southwest monsoon and other issues impacting the province's fishing industry.
The Philippines is preparing for President Marcos' 5th State of the Nation Address (SONA), with security tightened and road closures implemented in Manila. Various officials and media outlets are outlining expectations and coverage plans for the event, which is anticipated to address national issues like education and agriculture.
Comedian Bill Maher is set to receive the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center. This award comes as the institution navigates the complexities of the Trump era.
Laurel Kratochvila's book 'Dobre Dobre' offers three Polish baking recipes, including twisted Kraków bagels, reflecting Polish and Jewish diaspora culinary traditions.
Austrian authorities are urging the removal of cherry laurel, an invasive plant species designated as the "Alien of the Year 2026," which is blooming intensely this year and spreading rapidly. Gardeners are advised to cut off faded blossoms to prevent further propagation of the harmful neophyte.
Philippine Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has cautioned that global agriculture is confronting multiple, interconnected crises that are negatively impacting both production and trade worldwide.
The exec will work with the studio’s film and TV groups on upcoming slates and library sales, along with managing corporate communications efforts.
A communications campaign, executed in collaboration with the Presidential Media and Communications Team, has received awards for its innovation. The campaign was launched to mark the President’s second year in office and focused on clarity and simplicity.
The Purosangue is one of the fastest, most powerful, and certainly among the most expressive SUVs currently on sale, but Ferrari has never been the type of company to rest on its laurels.
Η Άνναμπελ Σκόφιλντ, η οποία υπήρξε ένα από τα καθοριστικά πρόσωπα της λονδρέζικης μόδας τη δεκαετία του 1980 πριν ενσαρκώσει τον ρόλο της Laurel Ellis δίπλα στον Larry Hagman (Τζέι Αρ Γιούιν) στο…
Actor Ethan Hawke expresses his support for the fight against fascism, discussing the role of film artists in combating the rise of the far right.