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  • Will the Asia Cup be held this year?

    Will the Asia Cup be held this year?


    KARACHI:

    “1.8 billion rupees – that’s a huge amount. If India doesn’t participate, then the Asia Cup might not even happen.”

    This question was posed in surprise by a Pakistani TV channel representative to an Indian broadcaster, who replied, “Don’t worry, the tournament will be held in September. Our team will also participate.” This conversation took place recently. Currently, there are four sports channels in Pakistan. One is state-owned and financially struggling. Another was previously blacklisted and is now barely surviving by airing old footage. A third is newly affiliated with an international sports network, and one more media group is also competing for broadcasting rights. Our market is not that large, so recovering billions in broadcasting fees is an uphill battle.

    But that’s not our main topic. The positive takeaway here is the encouraging signals surrounding the Asia Cup. After suffering setbacks during the recent conflict, the Indian media began spreading rumors that their team would not participate in the Asia Cup. However, the BCCI officially rejected such reports.

    Recently, India and Pakistan were placed in the same group for the Women’s World Cup by the ICC, and there was no backlash in India. Pakistan has also been invited to participate in the Junior Hockey World Cup. Media management works differently in both countries. In India, cricket board officials rarely appear publicly. Instead, they leak information through journalists using anonymous sources – like they did during the Champions Trophy.

    In contrast, PCB officials occasionally speak directly to the media. Indian media is no longer reporting negatively about the Asia Cup, which indicates they, too, have received assurance from the BCCI that the tournament will go ahead.

    Last year, the Asian Cricket Council’s 8-year media rights were sold to an Indian media group by Jay Shah for $170 million. This includes four Asia Cups and other women’s and junior events, with at least two guaranteed India-Pakistan matches in each tournament. Sources say Sony has now also been told by the BCCI not to worry – India will play in the Asia Cup.

    No matter how strained the bilateral ties, India has never refused to play Pakistan in ICC events. The only reason is the lucrative media rights, mostly held by Indian broadcasters. With billions invested, it’s not feasible to waste that money. At such times, politics is conveniently set aside. It’s safe to assume politicians also benefit from these massive deals, so they don’t object either.

    Fortunately, Pakistan doesn’t politicize sports. Our government doesn’t dictate which countries we should or shouldn’t play against. This clear policy gives the board flexibility in decision-making.

    This time, India is the official host of the Asia Cup, and reports suggest they’ve spoken with the Emirates Cricket Board to hold matches there. The tournament is expected to be held from September 12 to 28. Previously, the Asia Cup has also been held in Dubai, so it’s feasible again.

    India and Pakistan have agreed not to travel to each other’s countries, and instead play at neutral venues. This will also apply to the Asia Cup.

    Credit goes to Mohsin Naqvi for bringing balance to Pakistan-India cricket relations. His clear stance before the Champions Trophy forced India to agree to terms. In the past, Pakistan used to travel to India for ICC events, but India wouldn’t reciprocate. Now, the BCCI is aware that any hard stance will be met with stronger reaction from Pakistan.

    Therefore, it appears increasingly likely that the Asia Cup will be played in September, to determine Asia’s cricketing champion. However, India is unpredictable – they could cause trouble at the last moment. So Mohsin Naqvi, as the Asian Cricket Council chief, must have a Plan B ready. After all, India has realized, especially after the recent war, that the only way to appease their public is by defeating Pakistan in a cricket match – or making films with actors like Akshay Kumar or Ajay Devgn, showcasing fictional victories.

    Whatever happens, matches between these traditional rivals always capture fan interest. Pakistani fans are especially eager for cricket. It’s surprising that a series was held just before the PSL, exhausting players, and now there are no matches at all. If Bangladesh hadn’t agreed to play three additional T20s in July, this off-season would’ve been even longer. For future tours, Pakistan must work hard on its FTP (Future Tours Programme). Since Sameer Syed doesn’t know much about cricket, experienced officials should guide him.

    Stadiums look good only when active. No matter how many training camps are held, nothing beats actual match practice. The Asia Cup, followed by the T20 World Cup, are crucial. Beating Bangladesh won’t be enough preparation – the more we play against stronger teams, the more we will benefit.

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  • Near Antarctica, Saltier Seas Mean Less Ice, Study Finds – The New York Times

    1. Near Antarctica, Saltier Seas Mean Less Ice, Study Finds  The New York Times
    2. ‘Completely unexpected’: Antarctic sea ice may be in terminal decline due to rising Southern Ocean salinity  The Conversation
    3. In Deep Water off Antarctica by Jessica T. Miskelly  plough.com
    4. Researchers make stunning discoveries during 70-day expedition in Antarctica: ‘Crossing the Atlantic’  yahoo.com
    5. Antarctic Ocean losing ice faster than expected  Courthouse News

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  • Pak outplay Japan in crucial netball clash

    Pak outplay Japan in crucial netball clash

    Pakistan girls netball team continued its brilliant winning streak here on Monday when they cruised past a strong Japan netball outfit by 79-39 goals, scoring their fourth successive win in the prestigious Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship-2025 which is being played at Jeonju Hwasan Gymnasium, Jeonju-si, South Korea.

    The players who stood out for Pakistan on the court were Leya Raza Shah, Alisha Naveed, Haleema, Sarina Hussain, Jasmine Farooq, Farah Rasheed, Amani, Parisa, Sumayya Ahmed and Alina.

    Japan girls netball team also displayed a competitive game and scored at regular intervals against Pakistan. However, Pakistani girls proved to be superior in skills and stamina as they bounced back in all the four quarters to maintain their lead.

    Chairman, Pakistan Netball Federation, Mudassar Arian, President, Sameen Malik, Secretary General, Muhammad Riaz congratulated the Pakistan girls netball team for their brilliance and hard work in the match.

    Pakistan is now on top of Pool- B of this mega event and will play their next match against Maldives on Tuesday (today).

    Eleven teams are participating in the championship which are divided into two groups;

    Group-A; Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong and India.

    Group-B; Chinese Taipei, Japan, Korea, Pakistan, Maldives and Saudi Arabia

    The Asian Youth Netball Championship 2025 is being played from

    June 27 to July 4, 2025, under the auspices of Asian Netball Federation.

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  • Apple’s AI Siri might be powered by OpenAI

    Apple’s AI Siri might be powered by OpenAI

    Apple is considering enlisting the help of OpenAI or Anthropic to power its AI-upgraded Siri, according to a report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. As Apple continues to struggle with the development of an upgraded “LLM Siri,” it reportedly asked OpenAI and Anthropic to create versions of their large-language models to test on the company’s private cloud infrastructure.

    As reported by Bloomberg, Rockwell asked his team to test whether Anthropic’s Claude, OpenAI’s ChatGPT, or Google’s Gemini performs better at handling basic requests compared to its own models, with Anthropic’s apparently seen as the most promising. While Google has Gemini AI features for Android and its Pixel lineup, Samsung licenses Google’s AI model for its phones. It is also reportedly close to cutting a deal with Perplexity, which already has a tie-up with Motorola. Earlier this month, Bloomberg reported Apple executives had considered acquiring Perplexity to help boost its AI ambitions.

    LLM Siri was largely absent from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference earlier this month, where SVP of worldwide marketing Greg Joswiak admitted that the technology “didn’t hit our quality standard.” Bloomberg notes that Apple’s plans to incorporate a third-party AI model into Siri are still at an “early stage” and that it’s still considering using in-house models.

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  • Royal train to be cut in Palace cost-saving measure

    Royal train to be cut in Palace cost-saving measure

    Sean Coughlan

    Royal correspondent

    Getty Images King Charles is seen exiting the royal train in 2023Getty Images

    The royal train could be put on public display after it leaves service

    The royal train is going to be taken out of service by 2027, in a cost-saving measure announced by Buckingham Palace.

    There have been dedicated trains for monarchs since Queen Victoria’s reign, but as part of a “drive to ensure we deliver value for money” it’s been decided to decommission the historic rolling stock.

    The announcement came alongside the annual publication of royal finances, which showed that a journey on the royal train, from Gloucestershire to Staffordshire and then London, over two days in February, had cost more than £44,000.

    The Royal Family will still travel on regular train services – and the annual report showed 141 helicopter trips were taken last year, costing £475,000.

    James Chalmers, the Keeper of the Privy Purse, responsible for the royal finances, said the decision to stop the royal train would mean “the fondest of farewells”, but “in moving forwards we must not be bound by the past”.

    The royal train will be taken around the UK before it is removed from service, after which it could be put on public display. The royal train consists of nine carriages, with different locomotives hired to pull them.

    The idea of a royal train goes back to Queen Victoria commissioning special coaches in 1869, with the service being used to take the Royal Family around the country.

    “The royal train, of course, has been part of national life for many decades, loved and cared for by all those involved,” said Mr Chalmers.

    The train had been used extensively for events during the late Queen Elizabeth’s golden and diamond jubilees – with the most recent update to the carriages taking place in the mid-1980s.

    But the latest accounts, for 2024-25, show the train only being used on two occasions, raising questions about maintenance and storage costs.

    That’s alongside other travel costs such as 55 private charter flights costing almost £600,000 and scheduled flights costing £126,000. The total cost of royal travel is £4.7 million, a rise of £500,000 from the previous year.

    The single biggest travel item was £400,000 for the King and Queen’s trip to Australia and Samoa.

    Royal family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace

    The Sovereign Grant is being increased to pay for Buckingham Palace renovations

    The latest financial report for 2024-25 shows the Sovereign Grant remaining at £86.3m. This grant is the public funding for the running costs of the monarchy, such as travel for official duties, staffing and the maintenance of royal buildings.

    The level of funding for 2025-26 is rising to £132.1m – with this higher level of funding staying for two years to complete renovation work at Buckingham Palace.

    The cost of this 10-year, £369m building scheme at Buckingham Palace has pushed up the Sovereign Grant – which in real terms, taking into account inflation, is now about three times higher than when the Sovereign Grant funding was introduced in 2012.

    Funding comes from the Treasury, with the amount based on a percentage of the profits of the Crown Estate.

    This year’s annual report shows the Royal Family carried out over 1,900 engagements, with almost 94,000 guests attending events at royal residences.

    There were also diplomatic occasions, such as hosting Qatar’s state visit to the UK.

    A financial report for the Duchy of Cornwall, the estates which provide an income for the Prince of Wales, showed a profit of £22.9m, slightly down on the previous year.

    There had been media criticism of the duchy’s finances – and in response Kensington Palace has said that the emphasis will be on a positive social impact.

    Will Bax, the duchy’s new secretary, said there would be a “modern, socially minded” approach, which could see some charitable organisations and community groups having their rents waived and others with 50% reductions.

    This would cost “significant sums”, said Mr Bax, but it was part of a focus on turning the duchy into a social enterprise, supporting communities and reflecting Prince William’s interest in projects such as reducing homelessness and tackling climate change.

    Anti-monarchy campaigners Republic criticised the levels of royal income at a time when there were debates about “cutting welfare for people with disabilities”.

    Republic’s chief executive Graham Smith described royal funding as a “scandalous abuse of public money”, with published figures not including costs such as security.

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  • Netanyahu to visit White House as Gaza truce pressure mounts

    Netanyahu to visit White House as Gaza truce pressure mounts

    U.S. President Donald Trump speaks as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu waves following a meeting in the White House, in Washington, U.S., April 7, 2025. File
    | Photo Credit: Reuters

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the White House next week for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump, a U.S. official said Monday (June 30, 2025), as Washington ramps up the pressure for a ceasefire in Gaza.

    The July 7 visit — Mr. Netanyahu’s third since Mr. Trump returned to power in January — comes after Mr. Trump said that he hoped for a truce in the war-ravaged Palestinian territory within a week.

    A Trump administration official confirmed the visit to AFP on condition of anonymity.

    White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said earlier that Mr. Netanyahu had “expressed interest” in a meeting with Mr. Trump and that both sides were “working on a date.

    “This has been a priority for the president since he took office, to end this brutal war in Gaza,” Ms. Leavitt told reporters in a briefing.

    “It’s heartbreaking to see the images that have come out from both Israel and Gaza throughout this war, and the president wants to see it end.”

    A senior Israeli official, Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, is due to visit the White House this week for talks to lay the ground for Netanyahu’s visit, Leavitt said.

    Mr. Netanyahu became the first foreign leader to visit Mr. Trump in his second term in February, when the U.S. President surprised him by suddenly announcing a plan for the United States to “take over” Gaza.

    The Israeli premier visited again in April.

    The end of Israel’s 12-day war with Iran has provided a window of opportunity for a deal, with Trump keen to add another peace agreement to a series of recent deals he has brokered.

    “We think even next week, we’re going to get a ceasefire,” Trump told reporters on Friday. He followed up by pressing Israel in a post on his Truth Social network on Sunday to “make the deal in Gaza”.

    But on the ground, Israel has continued to pursue its offensive across the Palestinian territory in a bid to destroy the militant group Hamas.

    Gaza’s civil defence agency said Israeli forces killed at least 51 people on Monday, including 24 at a seafront rest area.

    Mr. Trump meanwhile, appeared to leverage U.S. aid to Israel over the weekend as he called for that country’s prosecutors to drop corruption charges against Netanyahu.

    “The United States of America spends Billions of Dollar a year, far more than on any other Nation, protecting and supporting Israel. We are not going to stand for this,” Mr. Trump posted.

    The war in Gaza was triggered by Hamas’s unprecedented attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, which resulted in the deaths of 1,219 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally based on Israeli official figures.

    Palestinian militants seized 251 hostages during Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Of these, 49 are still believed to be held in Gaza, including 27 the Israeli military says are dead.

    Israel’s retaliatory campaign has killed at least 56,531 people in Gaza, also mostly civilians, according to the Hamas-run territory’s health ministry. The United Nations considers these figures to be reliable.

    Published – July 01, 2025 02:31 am IST

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  • Sharp Obesity Increase Since Pandemic in Black Youth

    Sharp Obesity Increase Since Pandemic in Black Youth

    A report comparing childhood obesity prevalence before the COVID pandemic and since the height of the pandemic shows a dramatic rise in the numbers for Black children and Black adolescents with obesity. Findings were published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.

    Researchers, led by Michael Liu, MD, MPhil, with the Center for Outcomes Research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, found that overall, the prevalence of obesity didn’t change significantly. Prevalence was 20.3% from January 2011 to March 2020, when COVID shutdowns began, and rose to 22.0% from August 2021 to August 2023. But after accounting for secular trends, “no overall increase in obesity prevalence was seen during the pandemic relative to the pre-pandemic period (adjusted difference, 0.52 percentage points; 95% CI, 2.3-3.3 percentage points).

    Pandemic-related increases in obesity prevalence were observed only in Black children and adolescents, the authors wrote, for whom rates were 22.4% in the decade before the pandemic and 35% in the 2 years after the height of COVID.

    Racial Disparities Clear

    Now, “In the US, more than in 1 in 3 Black youth, more than 1 in 4 Hispanic youth, nearly 1 in 5 White youth, and 1 in 10 Asian youth currently meet the criteria for obesity,” the authors reported.

    Prevalence of severe obesity overall and across all subgroups remained stable between 2011 and August 2023.

    Researchers used serial cross-sectional data from the 2011 to August 2023 survey cycles of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey and included 17,507 children aged 2-11 years and adolescents aged 12-19 years. Height and weight from in-person examinations were used to calculate BMI. Obesity in this study was defined as a BMI at or above the age- and sex-specific 95th percentile according to the CDC growth charts. Severe obesity was defined as a BMI of 120% or more of the 95th percentile.

    Addressing Underlying Factors

    The next step is to address the factors that have led to the disparities documented in this report through public health and policy interventions, Therese F. Anderson, MD, assistant professor of family medicine at Mayo College of Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida, told Medscape Medical News.

    She pointed out the authors discuss multiple factors that have contributed to an increase in obesity during the COVID-19 pandemic and thereafter, including disruption in daily routines with school closures and reduced access to structured exercise and activity, leading to increased screen time and sedentary behaviors. Mealtimes were disrupted, and there was more reliance on ultraprocessed foods.

    “Studies thus far have shown that Black and minority youth were disproportionately impacted due to higher rates of food insecurity, lower neighborhood resources — such as access to parks and safe spaces for exercise — as well as increased economic stress during the pandemic,” she noted.

    Anderson said these new numbers add support for policies and funding in areas such as improvement of access to healthy foods, expansion of food assistance programs, incentives to build grocery stores in food deserts, and promotion of safe spaces for activity.

    Medicaid Coverage for GLP-1s

    “Additionally, expanding state Medicaid programs to fund weight management programs as well as medications like GLP-1s [glucagon-like peptide-1s], which are FDA approved for age 12 and up, are potential avenues for improvement. Currently, there are only 13 states with coverage for GLP-1s under Medicaid,” Anderson said.

    Pediatricians have an important role in addressing childhood obesity, she said. First, she said, is promoting family-based approaches to lifestyle modifications, such as healthy meals and family exercise.

    “Secondly, we need to continue to advocate for policy changes as they impact the health of Black and minority youth. For example, the American Academy of Pediatrics is urging lawmakers to reject funding cuts to Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP),” she said. “Lastly, we need to familiarize ourselves with new interventions as they are emerging, such as telehealth and medications like GLP-1s.”

    Financial disclosures for authors are available with the full article. Anderson reported having no relevant financial relationships.

    Marcia Frellick is a Chicago-based, independent healthcare journalist.

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  • Bill Burr Is Developing a Sitcom About Earthquake’s Life for Fox

    Bill Burr Is Developing a Sitcom About Earthquake’s Life for Fox

    Bill Burr is developing a half-hour comedy at Fox based on the life of comedian Earthquake (real name Nathaniel Stroman). It will be titled, wait for it, Earthquake.

    Burr is producing the project through his North Hill Productions; 3 Arts Entertainment will also produce through Fox Entertainment Studios. Right now the commitment is just for a script; Burr, Dave Becky, manager Jermaine Smith and (Burr’s producing partner) Mike Bertolina are executive producers.

    That’s about all we’ve got for now. Well, aside from the super-long bios provided by Fox.

    Earthquake is a comedian, actor, voice artist and radio personality. In 2022, he had an episode of Chappelle’s Home Team, titled “Earthquake: Legendary,” on Netflix. Earthquake was a staple of shows like BET’s Comic View and HBO’s Def Comedy Jam. His specials include About Got Damm Time, Walter Latham Presents, From the Outhouse to the Whitehouse and These Ain’t Jokes for Showtime.

    You know Bill Burr. He’s one of the greatest stand-up comedians of all time and entered dramatic acting via Breaking Bad. Burr’s own life story, basically, was told through his Netflix animated series F Is for Family. Burr has hosted SNL twice and just wrapped up a Broadway run of Glengarry Glen Ross.

    And that’s all the bio you really need.

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  • Astronomers discover a galaxy frozen in time for billions of years: ‘Fossil galaxies are like the dinosaurs of the universe’

    Astronomers discover a galaxy frozen in time for billions of years: ‘Fossil galaxies are like the dinosaurs of the universe’

    Astronomers have discovered a distant galaxy that is a “cosmic fossil” which has remained “frozen in time” for billions of years.

    Just as dinosaur fossils here on Earth are used to probe the evolution of life, this cosmic fossil in the form of the galaxy KiDS J0842+0059 could be used to understand cosmic evolution.

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  • W Hotels Expands its Signature ‘W Presents’ Series with the Unveiling of the 2025 Global Tour Lineup

    W Hotels Expands its Signature ‘W Presents’ Series with the Unveiling of the 2025 Global Tour Lineup

     Spotlighting emerging and established talent across iconic destinations, W PRESENTS makes a bold return.

    BETHESDA, Md., June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, is continuing the momentum of its celebrated W PRESENTS live music series for a third consecutive year led by W Hotels Global Music Director, LP Giobbi. Staying true to its mission to fuse the worlds of music and luxury lifestyle hospitality, the 2025 lineup will feature more than 15 dynamic performances around the globe, handpicked by LP Giobbi and cementing the brand’s status as a cultural tastemaker and a catalyst for entertainment-driven luxury. From W Budapest to W Maldives, and W New York – Union Square to the brand’s first all-inclusive – W Punta Cana, W PRESENTS transforms each hotel into a stage – blending travel and cultural connection in sought-after destinations.




    W PRESENTS






    W PRESENTS

    Launched in 2023 as an innovative live music showcase, W PRESENTS has quickly become an exciting platform at the intersection of music and travel. Building on the success of its first two years, the 2025 iteration will sync with major moments across the brand’s global portfolio – turning W Hotels into vibrant cultural hubs where guests can discover the sounds and scenes shaping today’s music landscape. Rooted in the brand’s legacy as a music authority, the W PRESENTS series builds on the brand’s decades-long, steadfast support for sound, style, and cultural expression.

    “W PRESENTS is a powerful platform for W Hotels – a brand that’s always been anchored in sound, scene, and self-expression,” shares George Fleck, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader, W Hotels. “As music-led travel continues to surge, W Hotels remains a cultural connector, setting the stage for discovery and unforgettable experiences that blur the line between performance and place. Through groundbreaking live sets and immersive experiences, we’re redefining how music and hospitality come together to create those moments that you just had to be there for.”

    Expanding the experience even further, this past May, W Hotels debuted its first ever, W PRESENTS Retreat at W Koh Samui, a weekend-long immersive extension of the series. Featuring a lineup of cutting-edge artists including Bonobo and Sofia Kourtesis, and curated multi-day programming, the retreat captures the brand’s evolved vision of hospitality: transforming live music into a deeper, more intimate experience centered around discovery and creativity.

    The W PRESENTS 2025 tour has made stops this year at W Sydney, featuring Night Tales, W Austin, featuring LP Giobbi, and W Maldives, featuring Pretty Girl, and will soon make stops at:

    W PRESENTS will also have a stage at other W Hotel properties this year, including W New York – Union Square, W Hoboken, W Hollywood, W Punta Cana, W Singapore – Sentosa Cove, W Fort Lauderdale, W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, and W São Paulo, with event dates soon to be announced.

    W PRESENTS continues to amplify underrepresented voices in music through its ongoing partnership with FEMME HOUSE – the nonprofit co-founded by LP Giobbi that creates opportunities for women, gender-expansive, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ creatives in the industry. This year, the collaboration deepens with a slate of immersive programming designed to break down barriers and build community. Select W PRESENTS tour stops will host complimentary, in-person FEMME HOUSE workshops – beginner-friendly sessions in DJing and music production that are open to guests. In addition, FEMME HOUSE artists will take the stage as featured openers, providing performance opportunities, visibility, and community support. This partnership underscores the brand’s longstanding commitment to creating inclusive spaces where sound, self-expression, and storytelling converge.

    “W PRESENTS is more than a stage – it’s a statement. It’s about centering joy, diversity, and creativity in spaces that welcome all,” shares LP Giobbi, Global Music Director, W Hotels. “Through our continued collaboration with FEMME HOUSE, an organization near and dear to my heart, we’re not just showcasing talent, we’re helping shape a more equitable future for music. This year’s lineup is especially exciting because it reflects both discovery and familiarity: we’re welcoming new voices into the fold while also bringing back artists our guests already know and love. It’s a celebration of connection and the transformative power of sound.”

    Since its inception, W PRESENTS has transformed W Hotels around the world, from W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal to W Osaka, into stages for visionary artists like Channel Tres, DJ_Dave, Neil Frances, Aluna, and more. With this series, W Hotels is not just curating live music – it’s shaping the future of luxury lifestyle hospitality experiences. By amplifying diverse voices and creating boundary-pushing experiences, the brand continues to set the standard for how music and hospitality collide, proving that true luxury lives at the intersection of creativity and community.

    To learn more, visit the W PRESENTS website and follow along on Instagram, Facebook, and Spotify.

    ABOUT W HOTELS
    Born from the social electricity of New York City, W Hotels has been at the forefront of lifestyle hospitality for over two decades. With 70 destinations around the world, the detail-driven design, signature Whatever/Whenever service, and buzzing Living Rooms cultivate experiences of social connectivity. Each location brings together the magnetic energy of W Hotels and the essence of local culture, creating spaces for new perspectives and freedom of self-expression. W Hotels is currently undergoing a multi-year brand evolution, to meet the needs of today’s guest and deliver a new generation of luxury lifestyle experiences. For more information on W Hotels, visit w-hotels.com and stay connected on Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, and YouTube. W Hotels is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including complimentary nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

    ABOUT MARRIOTT BONVOY
    Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio offers renowned hospitality in the most memorable destinations in the world, with more than 30 brands that are tailored to every type of journey. From The Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis to W Hotels and more, Marriott Bonvoy has more luxury offerings than any other travel program. Members can earn points for stays at hotels and resorts, including all-inclusive resorts and premium home rentals, and through everyday purchases with co-branded credit cards. Members can redeem their points for experiences including future stays, Marriott Bonvoy Moments™, or through partners for luxurious products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques®. To enroll for free or for more information about Marriott Bonvoy, visit marriottbonvoy.com.

    ABOUT FEMME HOUSE
    FEMME HOUSE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization co-founded in 2019 by LP Giobbi and HERMIXALOT to advance equity in the music industry. Through accessible education, mentorship, scholarships, and community-building, FEMME HOUSE empowers women, gender-expansive, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC creators to thrive as artists, producers, and leaders. With innovative programming, industry partnerships, and a growing global network, FEMME HOUSE is breaking down historic barriers and building a more inclusive future for music.

    SOURCE Marriott International, Inc.


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