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Monaco Yacht Show: The Luxury of Mega Yachts! By Vivienne Bardot After attending the 2017 Monaco Yacht Show, I understand why it is considered one of the world’s greatest superyacht events – Indeed, the “Super Bowl of Luxury Yachting”! As always, it was a showcase for the world’s most stunning nautical luxury vessels, with this year, nearly 125 beauties gliding elegantly into Port Hercules (already itself, a picture postcard).  International and regional visitors who arrived to experience the only yacht show exclusively dedicated to mega yachts were not disappointed. The average length of the display fleet this year was approximately 49m /…

Sem dúvida alguma, o desfile da Versace na Semana de Moda de Milão foi um dos melhores e mais interessantes. O evento foi uma grande homenagem ao falecido Gianni Versace, já que este ano marca 20 anos desde que ele foi assassinado em Miami Beach. A trágica história trouxe de volta à tona a memória do estilista, e a série “American Crime Story” abordará o caso em episódios a serem lançados no próximo ano. Depois de tantos anos, o que Donatella Versace quis fazer foi provavelmente não lembrar a morte de Gianni Versace, mas sim sua vida e seu indiscutível…

The Real Estate market for FOREIGN INVESTORS (Brazilians, among others) by Marcelo Castro Alves For a foreign investor, the US real estate market is a tricky road. There are many factors to consider, including those that are not directly related to the investment itself. Among those factors, the tax consequences are one of the most important. Depending on the structure the investor uses he will be exposed to estate tax in the US (low limit exemption), annual tax filings, FIRPTA Withholding, high bracket income tax, double taxation in the US, or even triple taxation when taking local jurisdiction taxation rules…

Milan has been well known as a high fashion capital of the world and for some years it has been hosting an outstanding charity event famous all over the world the “AmfAR gala” held at the Permanente Museum in via Turati. AmfAR  events are well known for the numerous celebrities  supporting it.  This year the red carpet was literally booming with internationally acclaimed rich and famous. The  AmfAR  Foundation Chairman of  the Board Kenneth Cole was drowning in the ocean of sheer beauty surrounded by internationally acclaimed models like Alessandra Ambrosio,  Karolina Kurkova, Irina Sheikh,  Hailey Baldwin, Claudia Galanti and…

Brazilian who owes to the IRS (American tax revenue) is subject to the customs approach and can be targeted in the U.S. By Drummond, Boston, USA. Checking ones situation with tax consultant can avoid embarrassing situations during travel to the U.S. Business trips to the United States become increasingly common for Brazilian investors and businessmen, but there are cases where arriving in the U.S. can become complicated. One example is the IRS taxpayers who reside outside the U.S. and are on arrears. The rigid oversight of the Homeland Security Department (DHS) has the power to approach, deter and monitor…

A healthy diet is key for maintaining glossy, wrinkle-free skin. Below is a list of a few healthy diet choices, rich in anti-oxidants and youth-stimulating properties. Olive Oil Four decades ago, olive oil was found to decrease rates of heart disease and cancer on the Greek island of Crete. Olive oil is also a rich source of polyphenols, powerful antioxidants that may help prevent age-related diseases. Chocolate Believe it or not, chocolate is not only extremely delicious, but it’s also equally healthy. Being rich in cocoa, it contains flavanols that help preserve the healthy function of blood vessels. Maintaining youthful…

The first step towards storm recovery is to call your insurance provider. Have property images/videos readily available to demonstrate property damages. Be aware of your owed insurance deductibles – in most cases, a deductible ranges between 2 and 10 percent of your insurance value.   You are responsible for paying your deductible in full. Begin making temporary repairs to avoid further damages in case strong winds and heavy rains threaten your area. If you purchase anything related to repair, make sure you keep all receipts before a permanent evaluation by the insurance provider has been conducted. Do not dispose of damaged…

We are now in the recovery stage of Hurricane Irma.   The first 30 to 60 days post-storm are critical in ensuring coverage for your property damage and business interruption losses after the storm. Below, we first provide a checklist to guide both commercial and individual insureds in the first few weeks after the storm Hurricane Irma Claims Checklist As soon as it is possible to do so, both individual and business insureds should take the following steps to maximize coverage for their Hurricane Irma claims: Assess and document the damage. Take photographs of the exterior and interior of property, including personal…

Luxury accessory brand Coach has just unveiled a new collection of Apple Watch bands that are fun, uniquely cool conversation-starters. Coach’s fall line includes all-new designs, and a few new hues for some of the older band designs as well. Featuring a whimsical and feminine aesthetic, each new band features motifs that adorn other of Coach accessories. A standout among the new bands is the Leather Strap with Tea Rose Appliqué in Black Multi, which features a black background and a number of colored flowers. The Tea Rose Appliqué Leather Strap is similar but boasts round colored rivets rather than metal.…

Por Genilde GuerraNeste artigo, vamos explorar um tema de grande relevância para muitos: o processo de imigração familiar para os Estados Unidos. Muitos brasileiros residem nos EUA, e compreender os procedimentos de imigração é essencial para aqueles que desejam reunir suas famílias nesse país.Imigração para Família: Uma Oportunidade de Reunir Entes QueridosOs cidadãos americanos e portadores do Green Card têm a possibilidade de patrocinar membros da família para imigrar para os Estados Unidos. Esse processo é uma ponte vital que conecta famílias separadas por fronteiras internacionais, reforçando laços familiares e culturais.Categorias de Patrocínio Familiar1. Cônjuges, Pais e Filhos de Cidadãos…

Os residentes permanentes estão livres para viajar fora dos Estados Unidos; viagens temporárias, dependendo da sua duração, não afetam o status de imigração permanente. O propósito e a duração das suas viagens internacionais determinam se você abandonou o seu status ou fez algo que mostra intenção de abandonar seu status permanente. Se você deseja manter seu status permanente, precisa provar a intenção de retornar aos Estados Unidos. Você pode fazer isso por meio de provas de que manteve um emprego nos EUA, manteve laços familiares, declarou impostos nos EUA como residente, ou provou que planeja retornar aos Estados Unidos de…

Brasil Precisa de uma Voz! Precisamos da sua Voz, Leo! Contra o desmatamento, contra o aquecimento global, contra a Amazônia transformando-se em um ponto negro no globo (Os pulmões da terra não podem adoecer!) … Contra os animais morrendo todos os dias, por causa do Homem. https://www.leonardodicaprio.org/ Precisamos de você, Leo! Precisamos que você seja a nossa Voz. Convidamo-lo a participar do Festival de Cinema de Gramado. http://www.festivaldegramado.net/historia/ Temos a honra de oferecer-lhe a Chave da nossa Cidade de Gramado, como um dos principais representantes mundiais da consciência e proteção ambiental. Através da sua participação e da exposição ímpar na…