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Pope Francis sends a message to an international Conference on Sports and Spirituality in which he reiterates his belief the “amateur” spirit must never be lacking in sports as it preserves the genuine values of competition.Pope Francis sent a message of greeting and encouragement to participants in the International Conference on Sports and Spirituality taking place in Rome on May 16-18. The event is organized and promoted by the Vatican Dicastery for Culture and the French Embassy to the Holy See within the framework of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Reflecting on the fact that we live in a world where sports play an increasingly central role in society, the Pope notes that “The discipline and temperance of athletes, as well as healthy competition, have often been valued as metaphors for virtuous Christian life.” Even today, he continues, “this metaphor can be effective for all those who, in some way, desire and strive to please God and be His friend.” Indeed, he adds, quoting the apostle Paul who has compared spiritual life to athletic activity more than once, sports can be practised not merely as a pastime but as a vehicle for personal development and communal cohesion. "Sport (…) is a way to spend leisure time that arouses interests and opportunities for meeting, brings people together, creates communities, energizes life in an orderly manner, and promotes dreams, especially in younger generations," he said. Preserving the 'amateur spirit' The Pope reflects on how it is crucial to preserve the "amateur" spirit in sports, irrespective of levels of competition, a spirit that is characterized by its purity and authenticity. Only in this way, he says is it possible to safeguard the essence of sportsmanship. "In sports, at all levels, the 'amateur' spirit should never be lacking, as it preserves its genuineness," he says. Embracing this spirit, he explains, requires an integration of athletic strength and spiritual values, to ensure true victory that lies not only in winning but in the journey of self-discovery and growth. Jesus: God’s true athlete Pope Francis also focuses on the fact that as well as the need for pastoral care for sports and education, it is important for the Church to reflect on the sporting experience and adequately valorize it in its evangelizing action. Recalling St. John Paul II’s homily at the Jubilee of Sports in 2000, he said “Those involved in this service are called to act in a way that presents Jesus as ‘God’s true athlete’”. He adds, that recent pontifical pronouncements have enriched the Church's reflection on sport, placing it in its human horizon, warning against the risks of dehumanization and corruption, and promoting it as a privileged place for encounter between people and fraternity among peoples. Responsibility towards the young The Pope pointed out that the conference highlights the responsibility of adults - managers, coaches, technicians, and athletes - to uphold ethical standards and foster environments conducive to the integral development of children and young people. "Their conscience formed in human values is decisive for creating healthy and formative sports environments, preventing any diseducational attitude and any form of abuse, especially against minors and the most vulnerable," he says. Finally, he invites participants to go beyond the boundaries of athletics and to contemplate "sports beyond sports," by giving value to the ethical, social, cultural, political, and spiritual dimensions of sportsmanship, and recognizing its potential as a driver for positive societal change. Thank you for reading our article. You can keep up-to-date by subscribing to our daily https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2024-05/pope-francis-message-conference-sports-spirituality.html

In 1966, aged 30, Saint Laurent rekindled his love of North Africa during a visit to Marrakesh. He began to travel to Morocco twice a year – in December and June – to design his collections, often inspired by the vibrant colours of the city. In 1980, Saint Laurent purchased his first Moroccan property in Marrakesh, the Villa Oasis, which has now been transformed into a museum celebrating his life and career. Seventeen years later, the designer purchased a hilltop villa in Tangier overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. The property became a holiday home, a sanctuary of peace and an inspiration for many of his collections. Today, this design sanctuary, named Villa Mabrouka, is open to the public after being purchased by Jasper Conran. The British fashion designer, whose love for interiors runs deep, has restored the 1940s house, transforming it into a 12-suite hotel with glorious ocean views. Surrounded by enchanting gardens, the house has retained many of the design details introduced by Saint Laurent and Pierre Berge, who co-founded fashion house Yves Saint Laurent, but Conran has elevated it to become a luxury destination. One step through Villa Mabrouka’s heavy carved wooden doors and into the gardens, you are immediately transported to the feeling of being in paradise,” Conran says. “I wanted to add my own lifetime of thoughts and expressions in a complementary way.” Saint Laurent and Berge worked with French interior designer Jacques Grange for the original design, combining traditional Moroccan architecture with lush gardens and greenery. Curved archways and high ceilings stand out against the geometric exterior, creating a unique appearance.Conran’s redesign has embraced the clean-lined simplicity of the house’s 1940s modernist architecture, combining it with the quiet eccentricity of an English country house and a touch of the romance and magic of the Riviera’s early 20th-century golden era of travel. His own contemporary taste for refined understatement and exquisite craftsmanship can also be seen throughout. The designer invested extensively in the modernisation of Villa Mabrouka’s infrastructure. Upgraded roofing, electrics, plumbing and underground services have elevated the property to the standard expected of luxury boutique hotels today. He has also added new guest rooms, garden cottages and restaurants. The three dining destinations feature menus that emphasise the use of fresh ingredients infused with unique blends of Moroccan spices. A new rooftop terrace, coffee bar, second swimming pool and a hammam complete the property, as well as dining pavilions available for private hire. Guests will appreciate the well-thought-out interiors, including soft furnishings and linens in a chic colour palette of caramel, emerald and rose, decorated with block-printed florals and Fez embroideries. Locally handmade glazed clay tiles are used throughout, complemented by ancient Roman mosaics and 16th-century Andalusian tiles. Italian Murano glass chandeliers decorate archways, and beamed ceilings and monochromatic marble floors give a nod to Saint Laurent’s original design aesthetic. Conran has added his own touch with the addition of flowing voile curtains, intricate fretwork, brass hardware and veined marble, as well as rattan wall panels, headboards and furniture. Mother-of-pearl inlaid mirrors and side tables, and Mauritanian leather and reed rugs complete the look. The light, airy rooms feel relaxed and vibrant thanks to their whitewashed walls and sweeping terraces. Outside is a wonder of its own as guests can discover the villa’s diverse greenery. Conran has undertaken a vast restoration and replanting programme, adding more than 6,500 new plants, shrubs and trees to the property’s gardens. Sweeping lawns, banana palms, ferns, bamboo, citrus trees, hollyhocks, roses and bougainvillea offer a natural sanctuary of calm around the hotel grounds. Villa Mabrouka opened for business in July and is the perfect destination for a relaxing escape, as Conran intended. “I want Villa Mabrouka to feel deeply personal, like staying in a home rather than a hotel, reflecting the way I personally like to live, the things that I enjoy and the appreciation of beautifully made things. I want it to be a place where you can spend time taking in the beauty of everything around you https://www.thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/luxury/2024/02/13/jasper-conran-luxury-villa-yves-saint-laurent/

The overall wealth of the 350 richest in the list is greater than the gross domestic product of Poland, but the number of billionaires in the UK has dropped. While some leave, others join - among them Sir Paul McCartney, who is now Britain's first musician in the billionaire club. The personal fortune of the prime minister and his wife Akshata Murty has soared by more than £120m over the past year - to a total of £651m, according to the newspaper's calculations.In contrast, the King's wealth grew from £600m to £610m over the same period. However, The Sunday Times claimed the UK's mega rich are dwindling and that Britain's "billionaire boom has come to an end". Published on Friday, the list reveals the largest fall in billionaires in the guide's history - from a peak of 177 in 2022 to 165 this year. While the combined wealth of the list's 350 wealthiest individuals amounts to more than £795bn - larger than the gross domestic product (GDP) of Poland - the guide's compiler says time will tell what impact a drop in billionaires could have. Latest updates from the Sky News Money blog Follow Sky News on WhatsApp Follow Sky News on WhatsApp Keep up with all the latest news from the UK and around the world by following Sky News Tap here "This year's Sunday Times Rich List suggests Britain's billionaire boom has come to an end," Robert Watts said. Advertisement "Many of our home-grown entrepreneurs have seen their fortunes fall and some of the global super rich who came here are moving away. "Thousands of British livelihoods rely on the super-rich to some extent. We'll have to wait and see whether we have now reached peak billionaire, and what that means for our economy." Top of the list is British-Indian businessman Gopi Hinduja and his family, whose wealth of £37.2bn is the largest fortune in the ranking's history. But other familiar names in the list saw their riches fall, with Sir Richard Branson's total dropping by £2.4bn, which is back to his 2000 level. Last year's top climber Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who bought a stake in Manchester United this year, fell two positions with a decline of £6.1bn. Among those falling out of the billionaire club is Stephen Fitzpatrick, who owns OVO, one of the biggest energy firms in the UK. The Sunday Times reports he made a £1.3bn loss since last year, while his shares in his flying taxi venture are down 60%. Read more: Recession is over - but will voters forgive government? Interest rate held for sixth consecutive month Joining the list of billionaires is Sir Paul McCartney, who has become the first UK musician to achieve that status after boosting his wealth by £50m. This came after a year of touring and the lucrative value of his back catalogue, along with covers by Beyonce. The biggest riser came in the form of the Barnaby and Merlin Swire family, whose 200-year-old business made £8.8bn. "These may be harder times to create wealth, but The Sunday Times Rich List continues to unearth entrepreneurs building fortunes in diverse and often surprising ways," Mr Watts said. "This year's new entries include people who have made money from artificial intelligence and virtual worlds as well as plumbing supplies and teaching aides." Euan Blair, Tony Blair's eldest son, made the list for the first time, as did Sir Lewis Hamilton. It comes as the UK continues to deal with a cost-of-living crisis, with new figures this week revealing a record 3.1 million food bank parcels were distributed over the course of a year. The top 10: 1. Gopi Hinduja - £37.2bn 2. Sir Leonard Blavtanik - £29.2bn 3. David and Simon Reuben and family - £24.9bn 4. Sir Jim Ratcliffe - £23.5bn 5. Sir James Dyson and family - £20.8bn 6. Barnaby and Merlin Swire and family - £17.2bn 7. Idan Ofer - £14.9bn 8. Lakshmi Mittal and family - £14.9bn 9. Guy, George, Alannah and Galen Weston and family - £14.4bn 10. John Fredriksen and family - £12.8bn https://news.sky.com/story/sunday-times-rich-list-rishi-sunak-leapfrogs-king-charles-in-latest-rankings-13137037

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Keeping up with the latest tech developments isn’t easy. With constant innovation, there’s just so much happening. But that’s where the Gadget Flow editorial team can help. It’s our job to find the coolest new products and introduce them to you. So, today, we’re thrilled to highlight the best new tech gadgets of 2024 that you can buy right now. Yes, I said, “right now.” Often, the products we announce aren’t available for months or even years after their press release. This blog isn’t about those. Instead, we’re only showcasing products you can order now (at the time of this blog’s writing). Related: Must-have tech gadgets of 2023 you need to try soon First up is the new 2024 iPad. Despite receiving mixed reviews for its promo video, the latest iPad is the slimmest Apple product yet, allowing super-convenient portability. Under the hood, it packs the new M4 chip for faster speeds, stunning visuals, and enhanced memory. Speaking of memory, the AlphaBeats mental fitness wearable came out this year. It trains athletes’ brains to reach peak performance levels. The gadget combines EEG science with a smartphone app that guides you through brain-optimizing cognitive sessions while you listen to music. Ready to see ’em? These are the best new tech gadgets of 2024! https://thegadgetflow.com/blog/best-new-tech-gadgets-you-can-buy-right-now/

new iPad Pro and iPad Air models launch Wednesday. I’ve been testing the new iPad Pro for several days, and what I found is that it’s a very nice iPad. This is an important launch for Apple. Earlier this month, the company reported a 16% year-over-year drop in iPad revenue for its fiscal second quarter. Apple hasn’t rolled out a new iPad since October 2022. The new iPad Pro is fast, with the latest M4 chip, and it has a new OLED display that’s more colorful than prior screens. It’s the thinnest product Apple has ever launched. But it still runs the same iPad software, and that’s starting to feel dated. The fully loaded model I tested costs about $2,499. That’s before you add the $350 keyboard and $129 Apple Pencil Pro, which will help you get more out of the device. It’s time Apple makes this more than just an iPad. The software, called iPadOS, needs to catch up to the hardware. Here’s what you need to know about it. The new iPad Pros cost $200 more than the models they replaced. I tested the larger 13-inch iPad Pro, which starts at $1,299 before storage and 5G upgrades. The 11-inch model starts at $999. The first thing I noticed when I picked it up was its thinness. It’s noticeable compared with the M1 iPad Pro I’ve used for the past several years. And it’s lighter. That’s especially nice on the 13-inch model, which replaces the 12.9-inch version. I always thought it felt too heavy and clunky to use as a tablet. It still feels big, but it’s more manageable. The new OLED screen is another highlight. It’s clear and super colorful. It’s similar to the OLED screen Apple has used on its iPhone Pros for years but not on iPads. The screen adapts, getting brighter in dark movies or showing scenes with explosions. And professional video and photo editors will appreciate its color accuracy. I loved using it for movies and while playing Diablo Immortal. The game will look better once Activision Blizzard releases an update enabling improved graphics for the M4 iPad Pro. The four stereo speakers sound nice and loud but not tinny. The camera is finally in the right place. It’s along the landscape edge of the iPad so that, when it’s propped up, it’s dead center for FaceTime calls. It used to be on the top of the iPad, forcing that awkward glance to the side during video calls. The quality was nice and clear during my tests, and I like that the camera, using the Center Stage feature, followed me as I moved around the room. The iPad has the latest and greatest M4 chip, which hasn’t launched on Macs yet. I ran a GeekBench multicore benchmark test that shows it scoring 48% higher than the prior M2 iPad Pro. Apple promises up to 4x faster rendering over the M2 and 1.5x faster processor performance, which means video editing in Final Cut Pro for iPad and rendering things like 3D models is quicker for professionals who need it. The M4 also has a special engine that helps power the “Tandem OLED” displays. Apple took a unique approach to the iPad by stacking two OLED screens on top of one another, which requires this special part of the M4 chip to work. The iPad Pro felt quick when I ran two apps side by side, switching between Slack and the web browser, or loading into games. Apps switch in an instant. It wasn’t much different from my M1 iPad for everyday stuff, like browsing the web and opening apps, which seems to be how iPads are mostly used. More on that in the next section. The new iPad Pros support Apple’s updated $350 Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro (the 11-inch version is $300). It’s awesome and is just like typing on a Mac with a full function row above the number keys to switch apps, adjust the volume or brightness and more. Apple added a much larger trackpad and an aluminum palm rest but kept the same soft outside and “floating” screen mechanism, which allows you to snap the iPad onto the case using its magnetic pins and tilt it back and forth.The updated Apple Pencil Pro is also a lot of fun. I mostly use the Apple Pencil to sign documents. But folks who draw or paint on their iPads, or need more control in 3D or video apps, will like the new features. I liked squeezing it to change between the tool — pencil or brush or eraser and the color — and the haptic pulse to confirm you’ve squeezed it. Developers can add the squeeze function to their apps so you can access different tools in different apps. The added gyroscope also allows you to tilt and twirl the pencil to change your pencil or pen stroke. Double tap is convenient, too, allowing you to switch between a pencil and eraser tool, for example. The hover function previews where you’re going to touch the display. Apple promises the same battery life as the last iPad Pros. So you get about 10 hours of web browsing or watching video, or nine hours if you’re browsing the web on a cellular connection. That lined up with what I received during my tests. Expect to get a full workday of use. Still, it’s impressive given this iPad is 1.3mm thinner and 103 grams lighter than the last 12.9-inch iPad Pro. https://www.cnbc.com/2024/05/13/apple-ipad-pro-2024-review-price-specs-release-date.html

Like regular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, NFTs can greatly benefit from the safety provided by hardware wallets. They ensure that NFTs are secure no matter what you’re doing on your PC or mobile device since the keys stored for transaction signing are kept offline. However, choosing the best hardware wallet for NFTs can be a bit of a challenge, especially if you are not familiar with the features you should be looking for. In this article, we are going to examine several of the best NFT hardware wallets available in the market right now to help make your choice easier. Hardware wallets manufactured by Ledger are widely regarded as the safest and most reliable way to store Bitcoin and other crypto assets. As long as the seed phrase storage is handled with care, there's no way that any malicious actor or software could endanger the safety of your crypto. Buy a Ledger Hardware WalletLedger Nano X – The best hardware wallet for NFTs overall Ledger Nano S Plus – A budget option for NFT users CoolWallet Pro – Stylish device for NFT holders SecuX V20 – NFT management with a large touchsreen Trezor Model T – The best option for Trezor users The 5 Best Hardware Wallets For NFTs: Exploring Top Devices In 2024 In the following section, we are going to look into the pros and cons of some of the best cryptocurrency hardware wallets available today. https://cryptodaily.co.uk/news-in-crypto/coincodex:best-hardware-wallets-for-nfts

"Grand Theft Auto V" (GTA V) is an open-world action-adventure video game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. Released in 2013 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, with subsequent releases for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, GTA V has become one of the best-selling and most critically acclaimed video games of all time. Since its release in 2013, "Grand Theft Auto V" has taken the gaming world by storm, captivating players with its sprawling open world, engaging narrative, and immersive gameplay. In this comprehensive overview, we delve into the world of GTA V, exploring its vibrant setting, compelling characters, and the myriad activities that await players in the crime-filled streets of San Andreas.At the heart of GTA V lies the fictional state of San Andreas, a sprawling and diverse landscape that serves as the backdrop for the game's action. From the sun-drenched beaches of Los Santos to the rugged wilderness of Blaine County, San Andreas is a world teeming with life and activity. Whether you're cruising down the streets of the city or exploring the winding mountain roads, there's always something new to discover in this vibrant and dynamic setting. https://blue-games.net/product/grand-theft-auto-v?ns=tc&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1MKDXYiFgoi0_YxfIHeInyvTPSqPVIrzk8GzuYWveoNDE3hE_d0rVb0t0_aem_AaBW1e2qWlGmlzZECOI9bkBHLPb3mHiPFd2EuRXzPp3DGBjOC30Vy5EZT8964B_CNwgJvL7Yv2pcXHtWJrEOjT8v

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It’s been a busy start to the year, with the first three months of 2024 offering up a plethora of quality new video games. April doesn’t appear to be bucking that trend as the next few weeks will see plenty of hotly anticipated new titles arrive on PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X and PC. This month will see a pair of po[CENSORED]r games that had been Xbox exclusives make the jump over to PlayStation and Nintendo. And if that wasn’t enough excitement for PS5 gamers, there’s also a brand new exclusive in the form of Stellar Blade. Plus, sports fans will be thrilled to see the return of the TopSpin franchise, and RPG lovers aren’t being neglected either as Sand Land arrives towards the end of the month and looks like an excellent time sink. If you fancy getting stuck into a new video game this month, you’ll be spoilt for choice. So, let's jump into all the biggest games set to release in April 2024…Grounded is a survival experience that plays like a video game version of the movie “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.” You play a protagonist who’s been shrunk down to the size of an insect and sets out on a journey across an overgrown backyard to find supplies, build a suitable shelter and face off against the garden’s many inhabitants including spiders and bees. Designed to be played either in single-player or up to four-player co-op, Grounded was originally released in a relatively rough early access form in the summer of 2020 on Xbox and PC, but has been polished over the past four years. Its arrival on PS4, PS5 and Nintendo Switch comes with all the improvements made during that period. It’s a very fun, but somewhat repetitive, co-op adventure. And don’t worry if you suffer from arachnophobia — there’s an option to make the spiders less hairy.Based on the Japanese manga series of the same name, which was created by the legendary Akira Toriyama who sadly passed away at the start of March, Sand Land is a colorful RPG set in a vast desert world where both humans and demons must scavenge for a vey precious resource: water. You play Prince Beelzebub who ventures out on a quest, alongside a loyal party, to find the Legendary Spring which is said to be hidden somewhere in the sand dunes. You’ll have to watch out for the many dangers along your journey, including fierce wildlife and the powerful Royal Army. But you’ve got powerful vehicles at your disposal to help even the odds against the world’s most dangerous threats. Ranging from a zippy motorbike to a destructive battle tank, you can upgrade your vehicles to make even them more powerful. Plus, when you’re not facing off against foes, you can build relationships with the world’s inhabitants and develop your base camp in the city of Spino to grow its capabilities and unlock new quests. Developed by Korean studio Shift Up, published by Sony and arriving exclusively on PS5, Stellar Blade could be one of April’s biggest hits. Described by director Hyung Tae Kim as a narrative-driven action-adventure game, Stellar Blade is set on a future Earth overrun by creatures known as the Naytiba with the remnants of humanity now living on an off-world colony. You play Eve, a member of the 7th Airborne Squad, sent to Earth on a mission to reclaim the planet from the forces that have devastated it. You’ll do this by eliminating the Naytiba through fast-paced combat, unlocking new moves and upgrades along the way. But Stellar Blade isn’t just about intense combat: Its main story also takes a focus as you piece together the mysteries of the past and soon realize that your mission to reclaim Earth may not be exactly what it seems.Sea of Thieves has weathered choppy waters since its launch on Xbox One and PC back in March 2018, but over the last seven years, it’s become a remarkable pirate simulator that lets you and your friends sail the high seas in search of loot to plunder and other ships to sink. After more content updates than we can count, it’s setting sail to the PS5 platform this month, and it will mark the very first time developer Rare has launched a game on PlayStation. With full crossplay enabled across all three systems, Sea of Thieves will have a very active community right out of the gate, and it’s a must-play even for landlubbers. https://www.tomsguide.com/gaming/5-biggest-new-games-launching-in-april-2024-for-ps5-nintendo-switch-xbox-and-pc