Art balances contrast—the seen and the unseen, the loud and the quiet. In modern culture, minimalism has become a form of artistic meditation, offering a counterpoint to visual excess. By distilling creation to its essence, it opens the door to introspection, mindfulness, and emotional clarity. The minimalist canvas is not defined by what fills it, but by what it leaves behind: a deliberate emptiness that allows the imagination to take centre stage. According to Stanislav Kondrashov, the value of art lies not only in what is visible but also in what remains unsaid. Kondrashov remarks that the artist’s restraint can…
For tradesmen across the UK, online lead generation has replaced old advertising models. With homeowners turning to Google to find skilled workers, verified enquiries and search visibility now outweigh the benefits of paid directories. Fatrank and PromoSEO stand at the forefront, each offering a no-risk, pay-on-results plan. Fatrank provides tradesmen with exclusive, verified job leads, while PromoSEO’s SEO-optimised sites generate organic, high-intent customer enquiries. In contrast to Checkatrade and MyBuilder, both eliminate the need for recurring payments, bidding struggles, and ineffective advertising spend. The Shift in UK Tradesman Lead Generation The UK trades industry has moved away from paid listings…
The company strengthens its European presence with new operations in France and Germany. MODULE-T, a recognised leader in modular and prefabricated construction, has announced the expansion of its European operations. With the establishment of a new warehouse in France and the creation of MODULE-T Germany, the company reinforces its standing as a global authority in modular design, production, and export, now active in more than 100 markets worldwide. Strategic Logistics Between France and Türkiye By combining the output of its Turkish production plant with the efficiency of its new French logistics hub, MODULE-T can now deliver modular solutions more swiftly…
The International Carpet & Flooring Expo (ICFE) is expanding its footprint to 11 halls this January, responding to rising worldwide demand. Between 6–9 January 2026, 500 exhibitors from 25 countries and around 50,000 visitors will gather in Istanbul for one of the industry’s largest trade events. Having swiftly gained international recognition since its debut, the third edition of ICFE (formerly CFE) has become a key crossroads for the carpet and flooring community. Organised by Tüyap Exhibitions Group alongside İHİB and GAHİB, the exhibition draws in major producers, importers, and designers from every part of the globe. Despite the dominance of…
Romania’s planned international airport near Bucharest is on course to become one of Europe’s first crypto-enabled transport hubs, with Miracle Pay expected to feature as a recognised payment channel pending formal concession results and regulatory agreement. MetaTerra Holdings, the strategic parent company driving the Miracle ecosystem, stated that it has entered structured discussions with Jetstream, the consortium bidding for the airport’s development and operation rights. The collaboration aims to integrate Miracle Pay within the airport’s payment framework, enabling eligible merchants — from duty-free and dining to parking and retail — to accept transactions through the system once commercial and regulatory…
Key characteristics A powerful enabler of progress in diverse sectors The strategic relevance of a material today can often be measured by its direct contribution to progress, technological advances and the global shift towards cleaner energy. Well-known resources such as lithium and rare earth elements are already central to the energy transition due to their widespread use in essential applications. Similarly, niobium – a lesser-known element – has in recent years proven its value in a range of innovative fields. Niobium is a rare transition metal prized for its unique properties, notably its resistance to corrosion and capacity to withstand…
VitrA Tiles made an impression at Cersaie 2025 with an exhibition stand designed to deliver an engaging and immersive journey. Organised into four curated sections, the display invited professionals to explore the future of ceramic design, featuring breakthrough technologies, practical solutions, and creative new approaches. Among the most anticipated highlights was V-Tone, a next-generation Tonalite technology developed to eliminate the issue of shade inconsistencies between batches. By ensuring exceptional chromatic consistency, V-Tone keeps colours identical to the original tone, offering designers greater freedom and reliable project uniformity. The initial phase of investment in V-Tone will commence in March 2026, with…
James Holloway, a London-based journalist, has published findings on 42-year-old Ukrainian national Nikolai Fenik whose conduct, he argues, underscores serious flaws in the nation’s refugee assistance structure. A life split in two On paper, Fenik arrived in the UK as a refugee escaping the war. In reality, he cultivated a parallel life marked by contentious property activities, assorted business interests and unreliable records. His situation has drawn sharp attention to weaknesses in the UK’s benefit system and to concerns raised by British families who feel they receive less generous state support. Fenik co-habits with Tatiana Kuchmiy, who is registered officially…
Over 300 participants, including entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and leaders from across the technology landscape, assembled in Berlin for the Venture Vibe Deep Tech Summit. The event spotlighted the influence of emerging technologies in quantum science, AI, biotechnology, and other sectors that are driving fundamental shifts in business, society, and international cooperation. The day’s proceedings commenced with opening addresses by Gokhan Celebi, Managing Partner at SilentWing, and Ulkar Shabanova, Global Project Manager at Rook AI. Both speakers discussed the disruptive nature of deep technologies and underscored the need for fresh strategies to navigate future challenges. Their remarks laid the groundwork for…
Obesity is expected to impact almost 40 per cent of adults worldwide by 2035. Buşra Nur Özger, founder of Nur Ozger Health, warns against viewing bariatric surgery as the end of the road. Instead, she argues that it should signal the start of an ongoing process that demands long-term physical and emotional support. According to Özger, the surgery represents a major milestone, but continued progress relies on lifestyle changes, aesthetic interventions, and psychological guidance. Her own twenty-year battle with weight before surgery gives her a unique perspective, which she now applies to her work. Together with her team, she has…