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If you like ‘Yellowstone’, but you think it lacks some suspense and violence, in Disney+ you have a perfect alternative

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More and more people are hooked to the cattle soap opera of ‘Yellowstone’, and their arrival in majority platforms such as Netflix and Prime Video It has a good part of the blame. However, There are many ways to focus contemporary westernand although it is perfect territory for the portraits of family sagas full of ambition and overflowing passions, gender also allows us to focus on action and suspense. This is the case of the extraordinary ‘Justified. Raylan’s law‘, which you can find in full, with its six seasons, in Disney+ and in Movistar Plus+. And although this neo Western has a decade, it has not lost an apex of intensity or interest. The reason: addictive writing, almost HARD BOILED Of its creator, Graham Yost, whom we owe the script of films such as ‘Speed’ and series such as the recent ‘Silo’, added to the overwhelming charism of its protagonist, Timothy Olyphant. Olyphant is a sheriff reallocated from Miami to a mining area, poor and rural, very close to the place where he was born. His expeditious methods make him an unpopular man among criminals, but also among his superiorsthat often do not approve of their methods. His return to action will lead him to meet his ex -wife, with his father who is in prison, and with his childhood friend, who has become a dangerous Nazi activist. The series is based on several books of the great Elmore Leonard, author of the novel on which ‘Jackie Brown’ of Tarantino and one of the great names of black and suspense literature was based. In 2023, Raylan returned in a new season of the series, ‘Wild City’, which lasted a season and you can also find complete In Disney+. In Xataka | This Kevin Costner’s Thriller and Western mixture punctured at the box office, but Netflix has made it one of her last successes

Porsche had been the perfect luxury car that triumphs in China. Until the Xiaomi Su7 arrived

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The relationship between China, the European automobile industry and the evolution in its own manufacture of products is well observed in the future of historical brands such as Porsche and newcomers to the engine market, such as Xiaomi. The health of both companies cannot be more opposite to the same problem to solve: the electric car. Again, China seems to take the advantage. Porsche’s crisis. In just a few months, Porsche has gone from being the best asset of the Volkswagen Group to be in a specially delicate situation. His cars presented very high benefits, their Porsche Taycan (their first electric car) It had been a success In the early years and forecasts aimed to sell more and more cars at a more and more expensive price. Today, Porsche plans the dismissal of 1,900 employees. Their profit margins, which aspired to touch 20%, They will move between 10 and 12%. It is still a good figure but is behind the 14% that investors predicted. Its production will be closer to the 250,000 cars for next year than of the 310,000 produced in 2024. A perfect storm. Porsche’s financial weaknesses arrive at the worst moment. Donald Trump threatens to lift tariffs on European cars (which now pay 2.5%) and that is a serious problem for the company that has one of its main markets in the United States where, in addition, everything indicates that I could continue to cast its most profitable model for its combustion engines and its personalization possibilities: the Porsche 911. It would be another river in a river that lowers scrambled as a result of a very hard fall in sales in the Chinese market. The market has been threatening a storm for two years. In 2022 they sold 2% less cars there than the previous year. In 2023, the fall was already 15%. And in 2024 he went to 28%. A very hard setback in The first market in the world For the company. A paradigm shift. What has happened with Porsche is the faithful reflection of what has happened with the entire European automobile industry. Their cars are exquisite, they are well constructed, they have a story and a story. They are excellence and remain a demonstration of status. They are, in short, excellent machines. But none of this are worth them in China. The public, Thanks to huge subsidies To the purchase, he has made the leap to the electric car and now they expect something else. They aspire to a software defined product, with four wheels and a brain that drives thousands of intelligent and digital functions that provide an extra to daily paths. In just a couple of years, the German automobile industry, once a reference in Chinese luxury, has become an obsolete product. “It was only an electrified Porsche. That’s it,” said a Chinese client to Bloomberg to express its disappointment when you get on the Porsche Taycan and compare it with what your rivals are doing there. “I didn’t even think of a German”. The words are from Seaky He, known influencer in China, collected by The New York Times. “When choosing my new car, I didn’t even think about buying another German car,” he explained when pointing out why I had opted for a Xiaomi Su7 When his first car had been a Mercedes Clade in 2017. Then, German remained an example of a luxury vehicle. The remote parking or the control of the car temperature from the mobile phone were some of the digital incentives that helped Seaky to decide for the Xiaomi car. “It’s hard to see them like luxury cars now,” Ryan Xu said Bloomberg to justify why he had turned his back on Germany after having a Mercedes Cla and a Mercedes G Class. “They are indistinguishable in quality” All this we talked about now should know in Porsche. In fact, their own consultants claimed that Chinese cars have been “Indistinguishable in quality” of Europeans, an incentive when winning market in Europe and confirmation for the Chinese client that It is not being wrong. But, in addition, in the case of Xiaomi Su7, data on paper say that in a year they have lived up to Porsche and Tesla. Their engines are so powerful (or more) that those of these companies but have the advantage of offering systems Autonomous driving (supervised) more advanced and have offered surprising demonstrations of how their remote parking system behaves. One year of heart attack. Although Xiaomi has managed to read that the automobile market in China points in a very different direction than we knew in Europe, the truth is that its figures in just one year They have been especially good. When It was launched in April Of 2024, Xiaomi set the goal of reaching the 100,000 units produced from the Xiaomi SU7 for that year. In the last days of December exceeded 130,000 units That he had put the objective of recalculating his expectations, given the good reception among the public. The reason for success is evident: not only offers better benefits than a Porsche Taycan, also adds a layer of digitalization and automated functions that the German model is completely lacking. And all for a fraction of the price of German. While The Porsche Taycan cheaper It is sold for 918,000 yuan (more than 120,000 euros to direct change), the Xiaomi Su7 is in the market for 215,900 yuan in China (less than 28,000 euros to direct change). Photo | Xiaomi In Xataka | Xiaomi already has its record in Nürburgring: they have reduced Tesla’s time in 40 seconds and that is the least

Tesla faces a perfect storm and his actions are paying him expensive

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We have been for 43 days of the year 2025 and Elon Musk has lived a roller coaster of emotions. In less than a month and a half he has confirmed that he is one of the strong men of the Donald Trump government, with controversial investiture included, and at the same time he has seen losing hundreds of millions of euros of his fortune. Tesla is very blamed. A collapse. Tesla ended the year 2024 asking for the time and the consequences have begun to be noticed in this 2025. On December 17 of last year, Tesla’s shares cost $ 479.86. Since then, the fall has been sustained, despite a small rebound a week later. However, Tesla’s actions have fallen until 328.50 euros at the time we write These lines. It is a collapse of more than 30%, devaluing the action almost 25% in what we have been. And the fall has been especially pronounced in what we have of the month of February. Less than two weeks ago, the action exceeded the barrier of 400 euros. What happened? The reasons being wielded to explain the fall They are many and varied But they can be summarized at some key points: Bad results of the company Elon Musk’s political slope The competition ads and, especially, by byd Bad results. The end of the year for Tesla was complicated. The company sought, by all means, to prevent the year 2024 from becoming the first year of “non -growth.” The company reduced prices, offered 0% financing and free recharges to try to carry sales figures above 2023 But he didn’t finish getting it. That has left an important hangover in its market. In 2025, the registrations have collapsed which indicates that they could have put in the commercial network more vehicles than those who now have to give out. In Stellantis they know well what we are talking about, with A crisis in United Statess for this reason that has ended with Carlos Tavares outside the address of the company. A 2025 that does not start well. In the first bars of 2025, Tesla sales have fallen very hard. It is still early to know what the company of Elon Musk will hold the year but in China, the company’s main market, They have fallen hard. Tesla has in Europe a good ceiller to continue exploding. However, Your sales In Germany (by volume, the main European market of the electric car) reflect falls of almost 60% in January. In France (second market) they have also exceeded that barrier and in more fragile markets such as Spanish, variation is even more striking with a 75%decrease. They are not good short -term perspectives. A Tesla Model and renewed. But more expensive and without solving the demands of the Chinese market. Local market customers are turning positions towards More technological and advanced models But, above all, towards brands that are able to evolve their cars very quickly. The paradigm shift is such that Catl has begun to invent the term of “Smart Electric Car”. Renew the image without offering large additions or new incentives at the software level, following the rhythms marked by the traditional automobile industry, may not be enough for Tesla in China. Elon Musk and politics. Position yourself as one of the strong men of Donald Trump’s government can serve Tesla to Accelerate plans To put on the streets the Tesla Cybercab and try to burn stages that to other manufacturers It has cost them years and billions of dollars. However, there are several aspects to take into account: A competition that squeezes. Although no one in Europe and the United States still does not offer the autonomy/price ratio of which the western manufacturers presume They are launching more and more products to the market to rival Elon Musk’s company. Maybe they are cars smaller or higher consumption But more and more vehicles are in prices of between 25,000 and 30,000 euros that, if you are aware of the needs of the home or the small discomforts they can have on long tripsthey are more than valid for the vast majority of the potential public. A bomb called “Eye of God”. Beyond European competition, a good part of its economic results are played in China. In that market you live in a continuous price war where Musk’s own company has participated for try to sweep competitors and leave them along the way. But Byd has launched a bomb: it will offer its autonomous (supervised) driving systems for free in all electric cars, be of the range that is. Its Byd Seagull, its best -selling model because it has a demolition price that to the direct change is below 10,000 euros, it will also have what The company calls “Eye of God”. I give it to you. The news is especially relevant because Tesla wanted to make automated driving one of her great incentives to sell her cars. But, above all, I thought it could be a new business to exploit with subscriptions and the purchase of functions at a price of thousands of euros. Giving this system, which is vitaminated with DeepseekByd has launched a missile to the Tesla flotation line invalidating the argument of its autopilot, which So much is costing them to work in ChinaIt is a differential value. The impact has been such that in the last five days the action of Tesla has fallen almost 60 euros and the decrease has been much more accused in the last two days. At the same time, Byd’s action has not stopped growing. In the last five days more than 20% has been fired and around 22% in what we have been in 2025. Photo | Bram van Oost and Trevor Cokley In Xataka | Tesla’s most buoyant business is also the most unknown: energy generation and storage

This little Xiaomi is perfect if you are looking for good quality-price balance on a mid-range mobile

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If you are thinking about renewing your old mobile and you will opt for a mid -range but with plenty of power, this Xiaomi little f6 It is an excellent option to consider. Now, in addition, in the official Chinese manufacturer store, it is available on offer, by 329.99 euros. Xiaomi little F6 5g Smartphone 8gb+256gb * Some price may have changed from the last review A mobile with good performance and good camera He Little f6 It is an Xiaomi mobile that stands out for very good features for the price it has. Your screen is type 6.67 inches AMOLEDwith 1.5K resolution and 120 Hz soda rate. In addition, it reaches a maximum brightness of 2,400 nits. Of its battery, it can be said that it has a standard capacity of 5,000 mAh (which is that of most market devices) and admits fast charge 90 w, allowing you to have your mobile loaded in less than half an hour. Its photographic system is signed by Sony and made up of a 50 MP Main Chamberaccompanied by a large angle lens of 8 MP and the front is 20 MP, so you can make selfies and quality video calls. The processor that mounts is Snapdragon 8s Gen 3which provides great performance and will allow you to play fluency even to games. As for the version you can get at this price, it is the 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage. The best accessories to protect your new mobile IVOLER FUNDA FOR XIAOMI LITTLE F6 5G * Some price may have changed from the last review IBYWind 2 pieces Protector for Xiaomi Little F6 5G/Redmi Turbo 3 5g 6.67 “+1 Chamber Protective Part+1 Rear Protector Piece Carbon fiber * Some price may have changed from the last review

Kodak has a little larger pocket projector than a credit card and is perfect to watch movies at home

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Kodak has gone pocket projectors. He Kodak Luma 150 It is a most interesting option if we want something compact, but there is another model that is even smaller: it is about Kodak Luma 75whose dimensions are not too higher than those of a bank card. Its price is 195.47 eurosand although its size is very compact, it has good specifications. * Some price may have changed from the last review A ridiculously small pocket projector The Kodak Luma 75 is a projector Perfect to have it at homebut also to be able to take it very comfortable among rooms or to use it in other places, always taking into account that the less environmental lighting we have the image will look much better. The Kodak DLP projector, despite having a most compact format, is able to project image with a up to 100 inches size; A perfect size if we want to have a good image quality. In addition, this model offers a HD resolution (1,080p)so we can see content with good quality. On the other hand to be able to use it, it must be connected to another device (PC, console, decoder …), thus allowing to reproduce the image of the connected device. Besides, comes with four integrated speakersso you do not need to connect any additional device or accessory to reproduce audio. Interesting accessories for the Kodak Luma 75 projector LuxSCreen manual projection screen 100 “inches, white visible area 197 x 147cm, 2.10 meter box * Some price may have changed from the last review Amazon Fire TV Stick HD (last generation) | With free live TV, Alexa voice control, digital home controls and streaming HD reproduction * Some price may have changed from the last review Some of the links of this article are affiliated and can report a benefit to Xataka. In case of non -availability, offers may vary. Images | Lotus Design N Print in UnspashKodak In Xataka | Best home film projectors: which to buy and five recommended models from 299 to 18,000 euros In Xataka | Mega-guide to ride a home cinema: projector, screen, sound system and more

Mónica Aránguez, expert in micropigmentation, reveals the secrets of the perfect eyebrow touch-up

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He semi-permanent makeup o PMU (Permanent Make Up) It is a technique that consists of applying pigments to the skin through tiny needles to create an effect of long lasting makeup. If you are reading this article it is because, either Are you considering having micropigmentation for the first time? and you want to know what you can expect from it in the coming years, or because you have already had it done and you consider that it is time to go to the salon again to get a touch-up so that your eyebrowswhich continue to be the most in-demand area, look as beautiful as the first day. © monicaaranguezmicro Throughout this article, with the help of Mónica Aránguez, micropigmentation technician and founder of the Mónica Aránguez center, we tell you What aspects do you have to take into account when getting a touch-up? And what about the laser sessions that, according to experts, you should undergo so that the person treating you can work on a white canvas, which is the most desired for many reasons. © Launchmetrics Spotlight The best tips for getting a microblading touch-up First of all, asked about How often should we get a micropigmentation touch-up?Mónica tells us that “one of the factors that determines the time between touch-ups of the micropigmentation treatments “it is the type of skin and the evolution of the pigment in each particular case.” “Theoretically, dry skin retains pigment for longer. (2-3 years), while oily skin may require more frequent touch-ups (1-2 years), as “Excess sebum can cause it to fade more quickly.”comments the expert. “Nevertheless, touch-ups are always personalized and times are very relative,” he adds. © Launchmetrics Spotlight What happens if you dye your hair and want to change the color of your eyebrows? On the other hand, we have consulted Monica What would happen if we changed our hair color and, consequently, wanted to change the color of our eyebrows?: could we do it? You will like to know that, according to the expert, there is no problem, since “the pigments can be modified in the eyebrow touch-ups“But always in such a way that the whole is harmonious and in accordance with the features of each face.” “It is important that in this modification the skin and the natural color of the eyebrows are adequately evaluated,” says the expert. © monicaaranguezmicro Be careful with retinol! The third point that you have to take into account regarding touch-ups microblading is that you can space each other using retinol correctly Yes, this (which it should) is one of the star ingredients in your beauty routine. Mónica has confirmed to us that the use of this asset significantly reduces the duration of the “tattoo”. “Retinol can accelerate the skin cell renewal processhaving a direct impact on the pigment fading faster. For this reason, it is recommended that if retinol is used, it should be avoided. application on eyebrow micropigmentation so that the treatment lasts longer,” says the expert. “To prevent retinol from affecting the treatment, it is important to ensure that the product is not applied to areas close to the micropigmentation,” she adds. © Getty Images This is how ‘laser depigmentation’ works For Mónica, in general, it is advisable to have laser depigmentation before having a new micropigmentation to eliminate all types of residue and achieve a beautiful color again. Now, he assures that “laser treatment is not mandatory between micropigmentation sessions.” “We will recommend it only in cases where it is necessary to correct an irregularity, whether in an erroneous design or the correction of an inappropriate tone,” he tells us. © Getty Images Furthermore, according to the expert, “micropigmentation is not definitive, for this reason if the technique has been performed correctly and the pigment remains well, it will fade little by little over time, and it will not be necessary to perform a laser.” If it is necessary to carry it out, the technician tells us that “To completely eliminate the pigment in the skin, several sessions are generally required.“. He explains that “the number will depend on the intensity of the implanted pigment, the time since the treatment was performed, the depth of the micropigmentation and the response of the skin.” “Although we cannot guarantee an exact number of sessions, hUsually a simple case consists of two to four sessions and in more complicated cases it exceeds six sessions,” says Mónica. © rosiehw In any case, if you are a candidate for laser depigmentation, you don’t have to worry. As Monica confirms to us, the laser is not extremely painful. “During the session you will feel some hot pricks that are very bearable. Many of our clients tell us that they have not noticed anything during their session. depigmentation session“, he indicates. He reveals that “the laser most used for removing pigments in micropigmentation treatments is the Q-Switchedwhich emits rapid pulses that explode the pigment particles and subsequent elimination from the body through natural waste pathways, without damaging the surrounding tissue of the treated area. “ANDIt is essential to respect the times between laser sessions to keep the skin in the best condition. security,” the expert also indicates. Specifically, she says that It is advisable to wait between four and six weeks to allow the skin to recover and see the pigment response properly. © Getty Images How to have beautiful eyebrows between depigmentation sessions? If you are worried about how your eyebrows will look after you have had the first laser session and until you have the second one (if necessary), you should know that after the laser treatment the skin reacts for a few hours by appearing slightly red. , inflamed and irritated. The eyebrow hair will in some cases look lighter in the following days, but it is not permanent. To have the most beautiful eyebrows possible between laser sessions and until we perform micropigmentation againAccording to Mónica, “we can resort to applying colored cosmetic products for eyebrows such as gels, … Read more

8 perfect perfumes to give this Christmas (and use all year round)

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The power of perfumes is infinite. They can be deeply nostalgic and take you back to a specific time or place; they can also influence your moodinject energy when you are tired or relax when you need it. The scent you choose becomes an extension of yourselfand that is why it is so important to find the right one. When deciding on one or another fragrance, the most important thing is to identify which notes are our favorites. Lovers of aromas gourmandfor example, will gravitate towards fragrances rich in ‘edible’ accords reminiscent of vanilla or caramel desserts, while those who prefer classic florals that evoke the sensation of entering a garden will lean toward nuances of bergamot or gardenia. And here’s the fun part: you can have more than one favorite and think of the fragrance as an accessory that you can change depending on your outfit or, in this case, your mood. Lavender for work? Brilliant. Amber for a date? Forward. Every perfume has its moment and, without a doubt, Christmas is the perfect time to find yours. With the holidays getting closer and closer, we select 8 fragrances with many ballots to top your list of favorites and that will be a sure hit if you are thinking of giving a special gift to your loved ones. Word. Free by Yves Saint Laurent: floral, sexy and intense The perfume we choose is closely linked to our personality, which is why there is no one better than Dua Lipa to represent the spirit of a fragrance that claims freedom, a taste for risk, rebellion. Free It is strong but floral, starting from citrus top notes with neroli and mandarin juice, as well as vanilla and ambergris as base notes. But the most important thing is in its heart, where it combines the Parisian spirit of Yves Saint Laurent through French lavender with the iconic designer’s love of Marrakech, expressed in the form of Moroccan orange blossom. It is a fragrance that captures the history of the French house and, at the same time, looks forward with the help of powerful women who wore Yves Saint Laurent then and who continue to do so today. See more photos here © Yves Saint Laurent Idol by Lancôme: sophisticated and elegant «Idol It is a specially designed perfume for all the pioneering, strong and optimistic women», this is how Lancôme describes Idola fragrance created by three female perfumers who have given it a sophisticated personality thanks to white musks, jasmine and white chypre, which give this perfume its elegance and exceptional fixation. Its size is another of its great assets, easy to transport and the size of a mobile phone, the bottle has been designed by architect Chafik Gasmi with a thickness of 15 millimeters. Plus, you can customize it and recharge it as many times as you want to always take it with you. See more photos here © Lancôme Paradox from Prada: subtle and unique The fragrance of paradox. A refillable perfume that redefines modern femininity. Its innovative orange blossom essence, captured before flowering, fuses with jasmine, vanilla and pear, creating an intense and addictive fruity-floral aroma. Is the first perfume made with artificial intelligence to achieve its original floral combination of moss and jasmine essence. Refillable and sustainable, Prada’s iconic triangular bottle fits in your hand like an extension of yourself. Discover the three versions: Virtual Flower, Intense and the original Eau de Parfum. See more photos here © Prada © Prada Armani Code by Giorgio Armani: the perfume of seduction Smells can also be, among other things, sensual and attractive. And that is precisely what the new Armani Code Eau De Parfum by Giorgio Armani. It is a fragrance fougere —evoking a walk through the forest—, amber and spicy, which includes in its exceptional composition ingredients such as green mandarin essence, nutmeg and tonka bean absolute. This composition gives this Eau De Parfum an elegant, seductive aroma with a vibrant touch. That elegance can also be guessed from the design of its bottle, inspired by one of the key pieces in the brand’s fashion: the sash of the tuxedo. Besides, code It is rechargeable in all its versions. And now it comes in format set as a gift. Don’t miss it! See more photos here © Giorgio Armani © Giorgio Armani ANDby Yves Saint Laurent: resoundingly modern Its top notes, which include ginger, juniper berries and bergamot, may not reveal that we are dealing with a delicate, woody perfume, with a complex aromatic structure, but the truth is that it is. AND by Yves Saint Laurent is a modern juice formulated with some of the most classic ingredients of men’s perfumery such as patchouli, vetiver and cedar wood that, as hours pass, remain on the skin for hours. The bottle, designed by Suzanne Dalton, is dressed from top to bottom in a bold black lacquer that, more than a color, represents the statement of intent that is this powerful, addictive, woody, fresh and clean fragrance. And no one better than Lenny Kravitz to be an ambassador. Angelby Thierry Mugler: a classic As great as he is in his field – it was the first perfume gourmand of the industry – has a huge following of loyal followers who have been using it for years and would not change it for any other. Its smell, different, is the result of a perfect blend of patchouli, praline, vanilla and Calabrian bergamotwhich gives it a unique personality, just as if it were a piece of clothing. Created by French couturier Thierry Mugler in 1992, the popularity of Angel has gone in crescendo until it became one of the most sought after fragrances in the world. But in addition to the fervor caused by its aroma, the iconic character of this fragrance goes beyond its olfactory essence. Its five-pointed star-shaped bottle was designed by Mugler himself and more than 1,000 tests carried out by the Brosse glass masters were necessary to … Read more

For Tarantino, there is only one trilogy that can be said to be “perfect.” Although it was not originally intended as such

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Quentin Tarantino may be many things, but he certainly isn’t fooling anyone: neither ‘Star Wars’ nor ‘The Godfather’ are his favorite trilogies. It makes all the sense in the world that, watching his films (especially ‘Dyango Unchained’ or ‘The Hateful Eight’, but also ‘Inglourious Basterds’ or ‘Kill Bill’), the director has Sergio Leone’s Dollar Trilogy on an altarthe three films that completely reformulated the classic Western and launched it into a universe of ruthless characters and deadly environments. This is the trilogy composed of ‘For a handful of dollars‘ (in Movistar Plus+ and FlixOlé), ‘Death had a price‘ and ‘The good, the bad and the ugly’ (in FlixOlé). The international success of all of them generated an immense market for farms in Mediterranean countries such as Italy and Spain, which began to imitate them without any complexes, but their influence continues to this day. Today it is impossible to see a western that, voluntarily or not, does not have the imprint of Sergio Leone in its DNA. Tarantino said about her in an episode of the ‘Club Random’ podcast that did “what no other trilogy has been able to do. The first movie is great, but the second one is so good and takes the entire first idea onto such a large canvas that it nullifies that one. And then the third, ‘The Good, the Bad and the Ugly’, does the same thing with the second, and that’s what never happens. You’ll see this big jump from first to second, but they never get to third. For example, ‘Mad Max 2’ is not overshadowed by ‘Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome.’” The curious thing is that Leone did not conceive these three films as a trilogy: Clint Eastwood appears in all of them playing a similar character, a man with no name dressed in a poncho, but it is not clear if he is the same person in all of them. Other actors, such as Lee Van Cleef, appear in several or all of the films in the trilogy, giving life to openly different characters. But the box office success of the films was such that United Artist distributed them in the United States as if they were part of a trilogy, given their aesthetic and plot similarities. In Xataka | The most brutal Western in history is this masterful mix of horror and Western cinema on Prime Video Translation performed with the free version of the DeepL.com translator

the perfect way to get back to the routine

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Let’s be frank. New Year’s resolutions They do not start on January 1st. Taking into account that the Three Wise Men visit many of our homes on the 6th and that it takes us a little longer to remove the Christmas tree, it is common for us to get really into the mood. second fortnight of the month. Amelia Bono and Lila Moss know it well. Both have encouraged us, with their example, to start taking care of ourselves. The content creator and the model, respectively, resort to juice detox that makes you feel good inside and to beauty treatment that makes you feel comfortable in your own skin again. We will tell you more details so that you can prepare the juice at home. influencer and look for a protocol in your city beauty similar to that of Kate Moss’s daughter. If you start the year like this, 2025 has many options to have authentic transformative power in you. © ameliabono Amelia Bono’s green juice Amelia Bono recently prepared a cleansing juice very similar to the one Isabelle Junot and Kim Kardashian also take to show off radiant skin. The actress Paula Echevarría turns to him likewise very frequently. Amelia’s specifically has: celery, cucumber, apple, ginger and lemon. Although we know that there is no miracle food and that the diets detox They make no sense because, fortunately, unless we have some pathology, we already have organs, such as the pancreas and kidneys, that are responsible for detoxifying the body, it never hurts to resort to these juices to provide extra nutrients and fiber to the body. © Getty Images That fiber, precisely, is going to be what helps us regulate the digestive systemto prevent constipation and show off a flat stomach in the short and long term. Celery and cucumber also have diuretic properties so they will avoid fluid retention. Ginger has many properties: helps reduce inflammation in the bodystrengthens the immune system and helps fight infections. Lemon also contributes to the latter, due to its vitamin C supply. So Amelia juice comes in handy this time of year. Remember that, to preserve the fiber of fruits and vegetables, they should not be squeezed. Smoothies are always a good option. © lilamoss Lila Moss’s beauty treatment Lila Moss, as she herself has told her virtual followers, attends, like many others celebrities to Keren Bartov’s clinic in London. Keren is a prominent entrepreneur in the world beauty with more than 17 years of experience. Its center in London offers personalized treatments based on advanced medical technologies to treat various skin conditions. Additionally, Keren has a line of skin care products developed in collaboration with recognized medical laboratories. At Keren Bartov’s clinic offer a wide range of treatments using more than 50 advanced medical technologies. Some of the treatments available include: IPL (Intense Pulsed Light): to treat problems such as pigmentation and acne. Radiofrequency: to rejuvenate the skin and improve texture. Ultrasound: to stimulate collagen production and improve skin firmness. Non-ablative and ablative lasers: to treat wrinkles, scars and blemishes. Microneedling: to improve skin texture and reduce scars. All these technologies They combine to give rise to 100% personalized treatments. That’s why Lila Moss frequents this center. The model has confessed on many occasions that He has very sensitive skin and takes care of it delicately.. That is why you need to resort to beauty protocols specifically designed by professionals for her. © keren_bartov © keren_bartov Lily Collins, JLo, Cindy Crawford, Kristen Dunst, Paris Hilton, Courteney Cox, Kim Kardashian and Demi Moore are also in addition to Elizabeth Olsen and Sienna Miller (pictured) regular clients from this London clinic. If you want to feel good in your own skin this 2025, The first thing is that you take care of yourself at home by carrying healthy habits. and following a nutritious diet. After, It will be essential that you put yourself in expert hands and go to professional beauty salons in the who can offer you personalized treatment to satisfy the particular needs of your skin and your body. The beauty treatments offered at the British clinic we have told you about are some of the most cutting-edge at the moment. Have you already tried them?

In Japan, a perfect storm is sinking one of its greatest gastronomic symbols: izakayas

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If you like the animeJapanese cinema or you have simply had the enormous fortune to visit Tokyo or any other city in Japan, it is quite likely that you have seen one or another izakaya. The name may not ring a bell. Your image for sure yes. Typical bars where you can drink beer or sake with office colleagues while devouring chicken skewers, plates of sashimi or bowls of edamameThere are few places more iconic in Japanese gastronomy. The problem is that tradition is not necessarily synonymous with success. The izakaya They may be emblematic, but they are going through hard momentswith its highest level of bankruptcies in the last decade (at least) and a large part of the stores that still exist, recognizing economic difficulties. Good story, bad data. If each city has its own urban landscape, made up of unmistakable symbols, in Japanese cities one of those iconic pieces are the izakaya. There are many. And with a long tradition. There are even different types: robotayaki, yakitor-ya, oden-ya…depending on their characteristics and specialization. Neither its long history nor its roots have freed hundreds of izakayas to close its doors for the last two years. In 2023 they declared 204 bankruptcies and, in the absence of definitive data for the exercise, between January and November 2024, 203 were registered, which indicates that in all likelihood it has been their toughest exercise since at least 2010. More closures than with COVID-19. The data collected by Teikoku Databank are certainly devastating. That between January and November of last year 203 izakayas If they declared bankruptcy, meaning that they accumulated debts exceeding ten million yen, about $64,000, it is a bad sign for several reasons. To begin with, it is the highest figure during that period since at least 2010, when 115 were counted bankruptcies from January to November. Furthermore, the balance as of November 30, 2024 was practically identical to that of the entire 2023 financial year, which means that in all likelihood the year closed with a higher balance. There would be a third reason why the statistics of Teikoku are worrying: the bankruptcies of 2023 and 2024 far exceed those recorded in 2020, probably the year most affected by the COVID pandemic. During that year, 189 succumbed to economic asphyxiation. izakayas. Does it affect everyone equally? No. Family businesses, which can be equated to microenterprises or small or medium-sized businesses, suffer the most. The diary The Manichi remember that of the 203 izayakas bankrupt between January and November of last year, around half (100) were establishments with a capital of less than one million yen, $6,400. Another 86 had a capital between one and ten million yen, which did not exceed $64,000. What does this data mean? That not all izayakas They seem to be suffering equally. The Mainichione of the most relevant newspapers in Japan, even talks about a “clear gap” between small establishments and those in the hands of chains. One of them, Watami Co.has even shown signs that it is doing better than other years: reservations for the December holidays, closely related to income, were between 10 and 20% higher in 2024 than in 2023. “Survival of the fittest”. reading What they get from Teikoku Databank is clear: “Medium, small and micro businesses have limited options when it comes to adopting countermeasures and the current situation is accelerating the survival of the fittest within the industry.” izayakasomething that was difficult to see during the pandemic.” However, there would be two worrying indicators for the sector. Its economic weight seems to have shrunk in a short time. At the end of last year it was estimated that the izakayas reached an estimated size of 10.6 billion dollarssignificantly above the 5,680 to which it was reduced in 2021, during the pandemic, but still far from the levels at which it was moving before COVID-19 entered the scene. During fiscal year 2017, it is estimated that this value was around $12.1 billion. The scenario is not flattering either. A considerable percentage of those responsible for izakayas (about 40%) have recognized that during fiscal year 2023 they went through economic difficulties, which leaves out the possibility that there are more businesses that are headed to ruin. And what is the reason? Reasons rather. that the izakayas seem to be going through a “lean season” can be explained for several reasons. Some of a general nature, related to the economic context, and others more linked to its culture and business model. Among the first, the demographic drift from Japan, inflationthe increase in the cost of imports due to yen weaknessthe impact of the Ukrainian war on the supply and cost of energy or labor costs. The izakayas They are not the only places in Japan that have suffered the consequences of that explosive cocktail. Restaurants specializing in ramen are not exactly going through their best times either, with more than 70 businesses in bankruptcy in 2024, 30% more than the previous year. In their case, there is also an equally important handicap: the reluctance of many hoteliers to charge more than a thousand yen for their bowls of noodle soup, a psychological barrier from which, they believe, they could lose their clientele. “A vestige of bygone eras”. At izakayas They are also affected by another factor, more intrinsic and linked to their business model. For years in its premises it was not unusual to find office colleagues drinking together when leaving work or on the way home, but that habit was cut during the pandemic and does not seem to have recovered. Or at least with the same vitality as before. Not to mention that Gen Z seems less interested for alcohol. “He izakaya It is a vestige of earlier times, when the postwar generation of baby boomers dominated”, explains to Guardian Robbie Swiennerton, food critic for Japan Times. “Nowadays there are fewer young people and they don’t drink as much, nor do they want to drink in the same … Read more

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