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ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar Clinch Special Jury Award for Water Efficiency at FICCI Water Awards 2024

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Kolkata, India – ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar, two premier hotels in Kolkata, were recently recognized at the FICCI Water Awards 2024 for their outstanding achievements in industrial water efficiency. Receiving the Special Jury Award on February 24, 2025, the accolade honors their commitment to sustainability, especially in terms of water-efficient practices and upholding the philosophy of Responsible Luxury, spearheaded by ITC Hotels. Both properties stand out not only for their innovative approaches to water management but also for their pivotal role in the hospitality industry’s push towards environmentally sustainable operations. These hotels are … Read more

Concerns Rise as Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas Barely Passes Health Inspection, Legal Expert Urges Action

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In a troubling revelation, Spencer Aronfeld, an attorney specializing in litigating against cruise lines, has drawn significant attention to the subpar conditions aboard the Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas. During a recent inspection by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the vessel was found to be just barely meeting health and safety standards. Aronfeld, who frequently shares insights on maritime law on his TikTok channel under the username @cruiseshiplawyer, highlighted critical health violations found during the CDC’s routine inspection. Notably, the report indicated that the cruise ship stored raw eggs and raw hamburgers improperly, … Read more

Prominent Nigerian Lawyer Afe Babalola Drops Libel Suit After Royal Intervention, Opts for Peace Over Litigation

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Lagos, Nigeria – Prominent Nigerian lawyer Afe Babalola has decided to withdraw a libel lawsuit he had filed against Dele Farotimi, a fellow lawyer and civil rights activist. The legal action was initially taken after Farotimi allegedly accused Babalola of corrupt practices including bribing judges. The decision to drop the suit came after the intervention of influential figures including the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi. A meeting involving the Ooni and other traditional rulers from Ekiti State saw Babalola agree to discontinue the matter, highlighting his respect for Yoruba traditions and the advice from … Read more

Royal Feline Finds Her Throne: Local Cat Claims Bookshelf as Her Kingdom to Oversee Her Loyal Subjects

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A local cat has unofficially declared herself the monarch of her household in Portland, Oregon, adopting a strategic perch atop a bookshelf from which she oversees her domain with a watchful eye. Residents of the home have affectionately named her “Queen,” noting her regal demeanor and her fondness for surveying the room from on high. According to family members, the feline, a 4-year-old Siamese mix named Muffin, first discovered her throne-like spot shortly after a reorganization of the furniture. She quickly claimed the highest shelf as her own, a spot that gives her an unobstructed … Read more