Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden appeared in good spirits as she started the fourth day of her trip to Bangladesh with a business breakfast.

The royal, 46, chatted with representatives of multilateral banks and international financial institutions over breakfast at the InterContinental Hotel in Dhaka.

The mother-of-two looked typically chic and wore a blue suit with an elegant cream blouse for the occasion.

Later, Victoria visited the Swedish Embassy in Dhaka and its ambassador, Alexandra Berg von Linde. The royal family appeared pleased as she received a bright yellow bouquet at the embassy.

Victoria then swapped her heels for a casual pair of trainers and a floral dress as she enjoyed a ride on the back of a rickshaw.

With a beaming smile, the 46-year-old made herself comfortable as she sat in the cycle rickshaw.

The mother-of-two wore a pair of Nike Air Force 1 sneakers, but with added glamor thanks to the floral detailing on the side.

To match the theme of her sneakers, Victoria opted for a casual boho-chic dress with a floral and paisley print.

Today is the final day of Victoria’s trip to the South Asian continent, which she undertook as part of her role as Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Program (UNDP).

It comes after Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden beamed yesterday as she unveiled a portrait of herself during a visit to the Asian University for Women in Bangladesh.

The royal, 46, appeared in good spirits as she uncovered the large portrait with visible excitement on her face.

It was the second day of Victoria’s trip to Bangladesh, which she is carrying out as part of her role as UNDP Goodwill Ambassador.

The regal portrait will hang on the wall of the Asian University for Women in Chattogram – an independent institution that welcomes all students, regardless of their background.

During the visit, the heir to the Swedish throne also talked to the students and interacted with their work.

The 46-year-old also delivered a speech to staff and students of the institution, which is committed to promoting women’s education.

Elsewhere on the day, Victoria visited the UNDP rural climate change adaptation project in the Khulna district of eastern Bangladesh.

Victoria embraced the tradition and wore a floral headpiece for the project, which has received contributions from both Sweden and the UNDP.

Earlier that day, Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden appeared cheerful while holding a goat during a visit to a climate change project in Bangladesh.

The heir to the Swedish throne, 46, wore a red and white floral lei around her neck as she visited the women-led community project in Khulna district on Tuesday.

The royal looked bright and breezy in flared white trousers with a blue summer print, which she teamed with an oversized T-shirt and trainers.

Victoria went for natural makeup and her brunette locks were pulled back into a relaxed bun as she smiled for the cameras while holding a small goat, while in another move she held a fish.

The mother-of-two looked in good spirits as she was shown around the facility, which has received contributions from both Sweden and the UNDP.

She chose to wear a simple silver necklace along with earrings, a bracelet, a watch and rings.

Princess Victoria once again showed off her style credentials during her trip to Dhaka yesterday.

She wore a striking pleated swan print dress by Swedish designer Jennifer Blom as she visited the Foreign Service Academy to see how the country is using digital solutions.

Victoria put her best fashion foot forward for the visit, pairing her statement dress with a vibrant cherry red handbag.

Victoria first wore the colorful dress in 2017, when she celebrated 100 years of independence in Finland together with other members of the Swedish royal family.

A leather-clad Kim Jong Un was seen raising his fist in the air as he oversaw a live-fire exercise of a series of ‘newly equipped super-sized’ rocket launchers, after he was spotted driving around in a limousine Vladimir Putin had given him .

It came after North Korea fired several ballistic missiles when US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Seoul, itself the first time the dictator launched such weapons in two months.

The state-run new agency Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said the rocket launcher exercises conducted by North Korea’s Western Region Artillery Unit tested the “real war capabilities” of the massive 23-inch multiple rocket launchers .

“They fully demonstrated their excellent artillery marksmanship and quick and thorough combat readiness,” KCNA said.

The dictator told troops present at the launch that the new missiles would be a “central strike tool” in a war.

“The destructive offensive means at our military’s disposal should more thoroughly fulfill their missions of blocking and suppressing the possibility of war with the constant perfect readiness to collapse the enemy’s capital and the structure of its armed forces,” he said .

Late last week he was seen in a luxury limousine gifted to him by fellow dictator Vladimir Putin.

He was sent the Aurus Senat limousine in February after it was shown to him during a visit to Russia in September.

Kim’s sister and senior official Kim Yo Jong said: “The special function of the private car is perfect and can be fully trusted.

“Kim Jong Un’s use of the private car gifted by the President of the Russian Federation is clear evidence of the friendship between North Korea and Russia, which is developing in a comprehensive manner at a new high level.”

South Korea accused Kim Jong Un on Monday of directly supporting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by supplying about 7,000 containers of military aid and ammunition since last year.

In return, North Korea may have received much-needed food, economic and military assistance aimed at upgrading Kim’s armed forces, according to South Korean officials and private experts. Both Moscow and Pyongyang have denied the existence of an arms deal between the countries.

At a news conference in Seoul, South Korean Defense Minister Shin Won-sik said the military believes the North, after initially relying on ships, is increasingly using its rail networks to send weapons supplies to Russia via the land border.

In exchange for sending possibly several million artillery shells and other supplies, North Korea has received more than 9,000 Russian containers, likely filled with aid, Shin said.

He expressed suspicion that Russia could supply North Korea with fuel, possibly in defiance of U.N. Security Council sanctions that tightly restrict the country’s imports of oil and petroleum products.

While fuel shortages have likely forced North Korea to scale back winter training activities for its soldiers in recent years, South Korea’s military estimates the North expanded such exercises in January and February, Shin said.

Coach trips can be a great way to see more on your holiday, as new landscapes unfold outside your window.

But what if the journey covers thousands of miles… still tempted?

Here we reveal some of the toughest bus services in the world, which might make you wonder who that would be.

From a two-and-a-half-day journey through eight countries in Europe to a five-day ride through the Amazon rainforest, it’s all a regular, direct service with no stops. Scroll down and discover the routes with the longest route at the bottom.

Europe

Lagos, Portugal – Sofia, Bulgaria: 2d 3pm

Perhaps no bus journey benefits more from the EU’s open borders policy than the Union Ivkoni service from the coastal city of Lagos, in the Portuguese Algarve, to the Bulgarian capital Sofia.

The bus travels approximately 3,991 km through eight countries: Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia and Bulgaria. The two-and-a-half-day trip will include stops in every country except Serbia, the company said.

Each bus has a toilet on board and has several scheduled breaks per day.

A one-way ticket costs £122.57 ($156) in May and there are several buses every week.

Visit en.union-ivkoni.com

Bordeaux, France – Bucharest, Romania: 2d 2h

Another contender for the longest bus journey in Europe is the FlixBus service from Bordeaux, France, to the Romanian capital Bucharest.

The bus covers a total of 3,173 km and travels through parts of France, Italy, Slovenia and Hungary on a two-day, two-hour journey from Western to Eastern Europe and has three scheduled breaks each day. said.

Ticket prices in May start at £94.99 one way.

Onboard facilities include a toilet, free WiFi and USB charging points for each passenger.

Visit shop.flixbus.co.uk

North America

Los Angeles, USA – San Salvador, El Salvador: 4d 3h

US Tours operates a regular service from Los Angeles, sunny California, to San Salvador, El Salvador.

The four-day journey covers an epic distance of 5,008 kilometers through four countries: the US, Mexico, Guatemala and El Salvador.

A one-way ticket costs £230 ($294).

Los Angeles, California – Houston, Texas, USA: 1d 9h

GreyhoundThe longest continuous bus service in North America is the US1001 service from Los Angeles to Houston, Texas, the company revealed.

The route covers 2,374 km (1,475 miles) in one day and nine hours and passes through four states: California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas.

On board the bus, passengers can use a toilet, free WiFi and USB charging points.

Passengers can stretch their legs and stock up on food and drinks during five scheduled breaks during the journey.

A single ticket costs £105 ($135) in May. Several buses run from Los Angeles Union Station every day.

Visit shop.greyhound.com

South America

Lima, Peru – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – 5d 1h

This service, offered by Trans Acreana, covers 3,989 miles (6,420 km) in five days and one hour, and includes one border crossing between Peru and Brazil.

The route passes through Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire in the Peruvian Andes, passing through part of the Amazon rainforest along the way.

The bus makes three stops a day “for personal hygiene and meals,” according to the company’s website.

A one-way ticket costs £163 ($207) and includes filtered water and onboard Wi-Fi.

Visit www.transacreana.com.br/en.

San Antonio del Tachira, Venezuela – Buenos Aires, Argentina: 5d 5h

See the longest bus journey on our list: the Lines of the Andes bus service from San Antonio del Tachira to Buenos Aires.

The journey covers 5,072 miles (8,162 km). five days, five hours and passes through six countries: Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Chile and Argentina.

A single ticket costs £368 ($465) in May.

Visit lineasdelosandes.com

Costs may vary depending on travel date and booking date.

Mollie King got choked up as she found out that her 500km Red Nose Day charity bike ride had raised a quarter of a million pounds – and since the video was filmed on Wednesday evening, the figurehas almost doubled to more than £400,000.  

The Saturdays singer, 36, is currently half way through her cycle from London to Hull in memory of her late father Stephen.

Mollie’s co-host and friend Matt Edmondson has accompanied her throughout the cycle and by the end of day three, on Wednesday evening, she had made it to Manchester.

Greeted by fellow BBC radio 1 DJ Greg James and two friends dressed as a ‘fajita cuddle’, Mollie later took to the studio to find out how much money she had raised so far. 

‘Mollie, as of a few minutes ago… Pedal Power for Red Nose Day has raised £256,114,’ Greg announced on Wednesday, leaving the TV personality in total shock. 

‘Oh my gosh I have no words,’ Mollie exclaimed. ‘I have no words, thank you! I literally could not do this… I couldn’t do it without you guys, your support. 

‘Oh my god I’m completely lost for words. I cannot tell you how important this money is.’

Getting choked up, Mollie said: ‘I have seen where the money goes. I have met people who have benefitted so much from this money and it changes lives.

‘It means people can have longer with their families. People can see their friends for longer. It is completely life-changing.’

Earlier that day, before setting off for day three, Mollie was told that £181,023 had been raised so far.

She broke down in tears after hearing the staggering amount of money she had already raised, later to increase by more than £70,000, for Comic Relief just three days into her five day cycle.

Joining her co-star Greg James as she took a break from her bike ride on BBC radio 1, she got the boost she needed for the last stretch of the day.

Greg said: ‘The money raised is extraordinary. Can I give you a total? This might do the trick…’

Mollie said: ‘I’ve got like tears down my cheeks, I’m a mess.’

He added: ‘This might give you the boost you need for the next half hour or so… the total so far for Pedal Power for Red Nose Day Mollie, is £181,023.’

Speechless, Mollie said: ‘Oh my god! Aww come on!’

Before Mollie set off on her third circle on Wednesday morning, she said: ‘We’re on our way to Salford today. It feels such a long way away – this is the longest ride of the week. I’m doing 110km, which is 10k more than I have ever cycled. 

‘It’s the hilliest day of the week so far and I’m tired, my body is really aching now, my legs have gone – I can’t feel them. It’s getting really tough.

‘Throughout the day, I have been tuning into my dad’s voice in my head. I know he would be saying “Go on Mol, you can do this” and that’s really helping me push forwards. 

‘I’ve been checking in with Stuart every day and his support is helping to spur me on and take on the next day of the challenge. The crowds along the way have been phenomenal. 

‘The cheering, beeping and waving is giving me such an energy boost – thank you to everyone who is donating and supporting me along the way.’

On her journey, Mollie will pass through villages, towns and cities where Comic Relief funded projects are providing essential support to people who need it most. 

Mollie lost her dad beloved father Stephen from a brain tumour in November 2022,  just days after she welcomed her baby daughter Annabella with fiancé Stuart, 37.

His death came as a huge shock after Mollie explained he had been fit and healthy prior to his diagnosis and had even completed the London Marathon. 

Beginning her challenge at Television Centre in London, the singer hugged her family before setting off on her journey.

Former English cricketer Stuart and Annabella were seen clutching on to a sign which read ‘Go Mummy.’

On Tuesday, during an appearance on Dean and Vicky’s radio show, Mollie’s co-star Charlie Hedges admitted that Mollie was ‘seriously struggling’ and ‘absolutely shattered’ two days into the challenge.

Revealing what Mollie had told her off-camera, she recalled the mother of one saying: ‘Do you know what I’ve had it, I’m absolutely shattered.’

Charlie continued: ‘Even tho she still looks beautiful, she looks shattered. She looks ‘like she’s hit her limit already. It’s been a tough day.

‘I think we just need to get her through today, I think she’s seriously struggling. That amount of money we told her is a big deal to her and is spurring her on, but in my heart knowing Mollie, we really need to get her to the end of this day.

‘The only way to do that, is for us to stop talking rubbish and for everyone to pull together and get this money in. This is the only way to get her through.

‘What’s going to help her is the reason she’s doing it in the first place and that is to raise a heck of a lot of money.’

‘Yesterday was crazy, the adrenaline from the start line kept me going, but it wasn’t an easy ride. It took me just under 11 hours to get to Towcester, but we estimated it would take eight. When I finished the journey, it was pitch black, but to see people’s faces and see them smiling, was just what I needed’.

It comes after Mollie revealed she has never actually cycled on the road before, but that didn’t stop her embarking on the momentous challenge.

The star set off on Monday and speaking to The Mirror ahead of the challenge she admitted Stuart was baffled at her decision.

‘When I first said I was doing this he was in shock and said, “You are what?” He knows I’m not a cyclist. So he’s been really supportive.’

Mollie also admitted there is some friendly competition between her and the former cricket player, as she teased: ‘I’d been trying to train for about six weeks and the first time we went out, within about 10 minutes he was flying past me. 

‘I was not amused. He’s just got it. I can see why he’s the athlete of the family.’ 

The challenge kicked off during the Radio 1 Breakfast Show with Greg James. 

Molly said: ‘Today I start my weeklong journey cycling from London to Hull, via Manchester – we wanted to throw in some extra miles! 

‘It’s going to be an almighty challenge, six -weeks ago I had never cycled on a road and today is the day I make my way to Hull. 

‘I’ve been so nervous over the last few days, but I can’t wait to get going and I know that I have the Radio 1 listeners behind me as well as my amazing friends and family. 

Knowing that this journey will make such a difference to so many people will help keep me going to that finish line’.

By Rory Tingle

Published: 08:02 EDT, March 12, 2024 | Updated: 10:34 AM EDT, March 12, 2024

Shark Tank India 3: A revolutionary technology with a smart bag company makes a deal with Anupam Mittal only on THIS condition. Watch.

Shark tank India 3: The popular business show Shark Tank India Season 3 has seen some of the futuristic innovations that remained undiscovered, and once again the pitchers brought a product packed with technology. In one of the episodes of Shark Tank India, the judges were shocked to see the kind of technology the throwers had brought with them. A smart luggage company shocked the ‘Sharks’ with their revolutionary smart luggage. It’s worth noting that the smart luggage company managed to strike a deal with Shark Anupam Mittal. Read through.

Anupam Mittal Vineeta Singh Get a ride on smart luggage watch

While the pitchers were busy talking about their business, Shark Aman Gupta tested their technology of riding on the smart luggage. Yes! That’s right, the smart luggage not only has cool features but is also one of the most important parts of the luggage by riding on it with navigation technology known as ‘follow me technology’. One important thing the pitcher mentioned was that their technology was supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

The pitchers not only specified their flagship product but also focused on their essential products such as smart wallets with navigation technology, handbags with cameras and bags with fingerprint technology. After showcasing their premium product range, the company pitched the deal of Rs 45 lakhs in exchange for 1.5 percent equity, at a valuation of Rs 30 crore.

Sharks go crazy during Smart Bag Company’s annual sale

After trying out and testing the product, Sharks took a quick look at their annual sales and was shocked. The pitcher stated that in the year 20-21 they achieved a turnover of Rs 75 lakh, in 21-22 the company achieved a turnover of Rs 1.57 crore, in 22-23 it generated a turnover of 3.6 crores, and in 23-24, the company has orders worth Rs 5 crore.

Take a look at the Shark Tank India season 3 episode:

All the sharks leave the country except Anupam Mittal. Here’s why

Shark Aman Gupta suggested that the pitchers should update their technology as they can be quickly outpaced in terms of technology. This was Aman’s main concern. Vineeta Singh also walks out of the deal due to the complexity of the product, making it difficult for consumers to understand. Shark Radhika Gupta also advises the pitchers to stick to one product as their best-selling product is yet to be chosen. The company could narrow down and focus on one product initially, stating that Radhika declined to offer a deal.

Anupam, on the other hand, criticized the pitchers for making their product too complex for consumers. He suggested that they not only look at technology but also focus on quality and branding.

Anupam Mittal offers a deal to SmartBagage Company, but only on this condition

While the other Sharks rejected the offer due to multiple reasons, Shark Anupam was hesitant to invest his money in this company. He stated that the pitchers have proven to double their turnover every year and that is a positive sign. Anupam is offering a deal of Rs 15 lakh in exchange for one per cent equity, adding Rs 30 lakh as debt at 18 per cent interest for two years. Later, the pitchers come up with a counter offer of Rs 20 lakh in exchange for one percent equity and Rs 25 lakh as debt with the same interest rate. However, Anupam Mittal has set a condition that he will only invest if the company signs a deal in Dubai. By agreeing to Anupam’s terms and conditions, the company is finally closing a deal with Shark Tank India.

What do you think of the smart luggage company? Do you think this technology can revolutionize the company?

By Kate Dennett for Daily Mail Australia

Published: 8:35 PM EST, February 25, 2024 | Updated: 10:28 PM EST, February 25, 2024

TOP jockey James Doyle looks set to team up with leading trainer Roger Varian this Flat season.

The Classic-winning driver recently quit his job as Godolphin’s number two to work as a jock for ultra-wealthy Qatari Wathnan Racing.

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However, Wathnan will only have a small squad of horses at his disposal, with several major trainers interested in securing the services of 35-year-old Doyle this summer.

Among them is Newmarket heavyweight Varian, who was forced to look for a new jockey after David Egan took over the number one job for Kia Joorabchian’s Amo Racing.

Doyle has ridden several big winners for the yard over the years, including at Royal Ascot at Mountain Angel and in the Balmoral Handicap at Sharja Bridge, and he looks set to benefit from Egan’s departure.

The jockey said: “I rode a short distance for Roger on the Sheikh Obaid horses and we had a great success together.

“We get along great and hopefully that relationship is something we can continue to foster this year.”

The ‘Doyler’ also revealed he would like a shot at the jockey title, although he thinks William Buick and Oisin Murphy will be tough nuts to crack.

But with the backing of a yard like Varian’s – and the occasional ride from old allies Simon and Ed Crisford and even Charlie Appleby – he’ll probably give it a try.

Moreover, he will have a team of talented bluebloods to drive for his new bosses at Wathnan, the racing company of the Emir of Qatar.

They have blown the money on the 2023 sale and already have a team of group class horses in training, including stylish stayers Courage Mon Ami and Gregory.

Doyle, who will be back in the saddle in March after taking some time off due to an ‘issue’, added: “I can’t wait to get started, it’s very exciting.

“Wathnan has purchased a few yearlings from Book One and I am sure they will be looking for more quality as the year progresses.

“I would like to give the jockey championship a chance, but I’ll take it as it comes.

“William is in a good position, I’m sure he and Oisin will battle it out again, but you never know. It’s something I’d love to do someday.

“One thing that goes against me is my weight. I can’t go much lower than nine stone. But heavier jockeys have done it before, so I’ll take it week by week as we get going.

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Porsche Williams had nothing but praise for it Simon Guobadia just days before you file for divorce.

“My ride or die (And yes he thought he was dead today ) #BeHisPeace ,” Williams, 42, wrote via X on Saturday, Feb. 17, alongside a video of her and Guobadia, 59, riding a boat (modeled after a yellow sports car) in the ocean with a cityscape of skyscrapers behind them.

Less than a week after the social media post, People reported on Friday, February 23, that Williams had filed for divorce from Guobadia after 15 months of marriage. A source told the publication that the decision was not based on fan speculation about the Nigerian-born Guobadia’s citizenship status.

Rumors previously swirled about Williams and Guobadia’s relationship after they went public in May 2021. At the time, Williams said the couple got together “a month ago” and “fell in love” with each other a month after her. Real Housewives of Atlanta Co-star Falynn Guobadia announced her divorce from Simon.

“I know it’s going fast, but we’re living every day to the fullest. I choose happiness every morning and every evening. Turn off all negative energy and focus only on positive wishes. He makes me so happy and for me that is the most important thing,” Williams wrote via Instagram. “For all of you who need facts, I understand, but Simon filed for divorce from a previous marriage in January. I had nothing to do with their divorce filing. That’s between the two of them.”

Williams also clarified her connection to Falynn, adding, “Falynn and I are not friends, and Simon’s divorce has been finalized. Our relationship is a positive, loving step forward in everyone’s lives.” (Falynn appeared as a friend in season 13 of the show, and she and Williams briefly interacted.)

That same month, Williams and Simon got engaged after a whirlwind romance. Simon took to his social media platform to deny allegations of infidelity.

‘Let’s have some fun. If anyone can show credible evidence that I cheated on my ex-wife between 6/14/2019 (marriage date) and 1/15/2021 (date of first divorce filing), then I have $50,000 ready for you,” wrote Simon via Instagram. “In the meantime, we are having timeline issues with someone claiming to be dating me at the same time as my fiancé Porsha. I have an extra $25,000 for every receipt that proves this actually happened. Let’s look at some facts.”

Williams then surprised Bravo fans when she announced her departure RHOA in 2021 after almost a decade on the show. She later starred in Bravo’s short-lived series Porsha’s family mattersin which her engagement to Simon was central.

Earlier this month, Williams announced her return RHOA for season 16.

“I am incredibly grateful for the vision and trust NBCUniversal has placed in me to be a bigger part of their family,” she shared in a statement. “I’m looking forward to being back on ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ and showing the world my new world!”

Meanwhile, earlier this month, Williams’ longtime costar Kandi Burrus announced her departure from the show after 14 seasons.