Mihai Craiu

• Over 88% reduction in urinary incontinence episodes achieved in low dose cohort at 12 weeks
• Good tolerability with no systemic side effects
• First DNA medicine to selectively target, at the local level, a specific subtype of sensory neurons
• Fully validates mechanism targeting type-C sensory neurons, opening the door to a broad range of other neurological indications
• Results validate EG 427’s proprietary HERMES nrHSV-1 technology platform

Paris, France, Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EG 427, a biotechnology company leading the development of pinpoint DNA medicines for prevalent chronic diseases in neurology, announced today breakthrough initial results from a clinical trial of EG110A, its novel DNA therapy for neurogenic bladder. Treatment of neurogenic detrusor overactivity (NDO) in people with spinal cord injury (SCI) with the lowest dose of EG110A was found to reduce the incidence of urinary incontinence episodes by over 88% by week 12, with effect already clearly established at week 4. EG110A also demonstrated a good safety profile in all patients treated to date.

“These initial clinical results showing a significant reduction in the number of incontinence episodes at the lowest dose are truly remarkable. Treatment with EG110A to date has been well tolerated, and we are currently dosing the second cohort of patients,” said Cornelia Haag-Molkenteller, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer at EG 427. “Although we are still early in the clinical development, for patients living with neurogenic detrusor overactivity who struggle with frequent, unpredictable urinary incontinence, we believe EG110A could represent a medical breakthrough. This reduction in urinary incontinence is expected to be highly relevant to patients living with neurogenic bladder and urinary incontinence for their well being and quality of life.”

EG110A is a non-replicating HSV-1 vector designed to selectively silence the signals of type C sensory neurons responsible for the bladder muscle overactivity, whilst preserving other bladder controls. NDO is a common urinary bladder dysfunction caused by SCI and other neurodegenerative diseases, such as multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease.

The Phase 1b/2a, open-label, dose-escalation study (ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06596291) is currently enrolling 16 adult participants with NDO following SCI, who have persistent urinary incontinence after standard of care therapy and who perform clean intermittent catheterization on a regular basis. Participants receive a single treatment course consisting of multiple intradetrusor injections of EG110A. The study is being conducted at four leading US institutions located in California, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Texas.

“These results, a first in the field of neuro-urology, represent a huge step in the development of safe and precise DNA medicines for chronic diseases, a long-term goal for the whole industry. We really owe this breakthrough to the vision and dedication of our scientific founders, François Giuliano, Pierre Denys and Alberto Epstein. Their pioneering approach and dedication to the field is now delivering clinical proof,” said Philippe Chambon, MD, PhD, Chief Executive Officer at EG 427. “For EG 427, as these validate a biological mechanism underpinning multiple diseases driven by type C sensory neuron activity, we can now envision developing EG110A more broadly in clinical studies in multiple underserved pathologies, including in the pain field. These initial clinical results also validate EG 427’s HERMES platform, a proprietary non-replicative HSV vector system designed for precise DNA delivery, without systemic exposure.”

NDO causes uncontrolled urinary incontinence, risk of kidney damage as well as urinary tract infections than can lead to death in 5-10% of the SCI population. NDO affects most (70-84%) patients living with SCI, an estimated total of 300,000-400,000 worldwide. Altogether, NDO affects at least 2 million patients suffering from SCI, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s and other neurodegenerative diseases, across the seven major markets and has a significant impact on their quality of life. The European Association of Urology recently estimated that incontinence caused by NDO and other indications, such as overactive bladder, represents a growing economic burden of over €69.1 billion in 2023 in Europe¹.

These data will be presented by Dr. Chambon during the Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa conference in Phoenix, AZ on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 11:15 AM MST. If you’re attending the conference and interested in a meeting to discuss these data in more detail, contact us on [email protected].

This research was supported, in part, by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs endorsed by the Department of Defense, in the amount of $3,165,836, through the Spinal Cord Injury Research Program under Award No. HT9425-25-1-0505. Opinions, interpretations, conclusions, and recommendations are those of the author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Department of Defense.

About EG 427
EG 427 is the global leader in non-replicating HSV-1 (nrHSV-1) vector technology in neurology. EG 427 has started a phase 1/2 study in the US with its lead DNA medicine candidate, EG110A, in patients with neurogenic detrusor overactivity (neurogenic bladder)-related incontinence. This is the first human study of this type of a vector targeting sensory neuron-based diseases. EG110A is being developed to addresses multiple severe bladder diseases, including overactive bladder (OAB), and has the potential to be a major improvement over existing therapies, resulting in better care for patients and lower costs for healthcare systems. The company’s unique HERMES platform delivers pinpoint neurotherapeutics to treat prevalent diseases of the peripheral and central nervous system. Its vectors can achieve focal transduction in specific regions and then selective expression of transgenes in targeted subsets of neurons thanks to the control of sophisticated regulatory elements. With demonstrated clinical safety and possible repeated dosing, the large payload capacity of nrHSV-1 vectors allows for versatile DNA delivery for smarter DNA medicine.

¹https://d56bochluxqnz.cloudfront.net/media/Socio-economic_report_UrgetoAct.pdf#asset:4080543@1

For more information: check our website at www.eg427.com
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In today’s digital era, visual storytelling is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. It captures attention, ignites emotions, and builds bridges across cultures. Embracing this powerful art form, mediaconsulta.co.uk Bucharest, under the experienced leadership of Mr. Mihai Craiu, harnesses the transformative power of imagery to shape authentic narratives and connect brands with audiences worldwide.

As a leading global communications agency, MC Group – mediaconsulta.co.uk played a pivotal role in elevating The Hollywood Glam Night, produced by photoartbyralf.com, into a landmark cultural experience. Hosted at the stunning Cesianu-Racoviță Palace in Bucharest, the event gathered over 100 distinguished guests and established itself as the premier international night dedicated to art photography.

With over 50 portraits and more than 100 exhibited works, the gala—co-produced by mediaconsulta.co.uk and photoartbyralf.com—continues to inspire, educate, and innovate in the world of visual arts. It reflects the deep synergy between strategic communication and cultural impact.

mediaconsulta.co.uk– A World of creative Ideas. Media Consulta International Bucharest – A Media Partnership that Empowers Art and Culture

Through this partnership, MC Group and photoartbyralf.com demonstrated the power of collaboration between media and the creative industries. By providing international media representation and extending the global reach of the artist’s vision, Media Consulta International Bucharest amplified the message and mission behind photoartbyralf.com.

An exclusive press trip enabled leading journalists to experience The Hollywood Glam Night firsthand—immersing themselves in world-class photography, elegant aesthetics, and compelling artistic dialogues.

By supporting photoartbyralf.com, Media Consulta International – mediaconsulta.co.uk reaffirms its commitment to championing the arts on a global scale. As a trusted partner at the crossroads of art, media, and communication, and with the creative direction of Mr. Mihai Craiu, the agency continues to craft meaningful stories, elevate cultural initiatives, and celebrate creative excellence.

Photography remains one of the most powerful forms of human expression. Through its vision and partnerships, mediaconsulta.co.uk proudly stands as a catalyst for artistic discovery and cultural connection.

About the Studio & The Muse Series

PhotoArt by Ralf is more than a photography studio—it is a refined and exclusive space dedicated to empowering women through artistic portraiture. Known internationally for glamour, business, maternity, and bespoke portrait sessions, the studio offers a unique photographic experience where every woman becomes a muse.

At the heart of the studio’s creative work lies The Muse Series—an umbrella for its emblematic annual campaigns. Among them, The Old Hollywood Glam Campaign stands out, celebrating vintage aesthetics, femininity, and authenticity in a sophisticated atmosphere filled with emotion.

On Friday evening, in the exquisite setting of Cesianu-Racoviță Palace, this vision culminated in a spectacular celebration of elegance, individuality, and timeless glamour—leaving an indelible mark on Bucharest’s cultural calendar.

Four newly appointed ambassadors have presented their credentials to Prince Albert II, marking a fresh chapter in Monaco’s diplomatic relations with Latvia, Slovenia, Switzerland and Australia.

Following the morning ceremony at the Prince’s Palace, the ambassadors were welcomed at a luncheon hosted at the Hôtel Hermitage by Isabelle Berro-Amadeï, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation.

Attending the event were Alise Balode, Ambassador of Latvia and personal representative of the Latvian President to the International Organisation of La Francophonie; Renata Cvelbar Bek, Ambassador of Slovenia, who has previously served in Madrid and London and is Slovenia’s permanent representative to UNESCO; Tania Cavassini, Ambassador of Switzerland, who recently directed the resources division of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs; and Lynette Margaret Wood, Ambassador of Australia.

Strengthening ties of cooperation

Also present were Ludmilla Raconnat Le Goff, Delegate for Attractiveness and Secretary General of the Strategic Council for Attractiveness, and Guillaume Rose, CEO of the Monaco Economic Board. Discussions focused on expanding bilateral cooperation, deepening existing partnerships, and strengthening Monaco’s presence on the international stage.

From left to right: Lynette Margaret Wood, Ambassador of Australia; Alise Balode, Ambassador of Latvia; Isabelle Berro-Amadeï, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation; Renata Cvelbar Bek, Ambassador of Slovenia; and Tania Cavassini, Ambassador of Switzerland. Credit: Stéphane Danna – Direction de la Communication

Într-un peisaj de business marcat de inovație, autenticitate și nevoia de conexiune reală, PhotoArt by Ralf se distinge ca un studio de fotografie care transformă portretul feminin într-o experiență artistică și personală. Sub umbrela The Muse Series, fondatoarea a creat nu doar sesiuni foto, ci adevărate călătorii de (re)descoperire pentru femeile moderne, cu accent pe storytelling vizual, evenimente exclusive și expoziții tematice.

The Muse Series este o colecție de experiente creative, un brand-cadru care reunește campanii precum “Fabulous over 40”, “Layers of a Woman” și “Old Hollywood Glam”, fiecare cu propria poveste, estetică și scop de empowerment feminin. Aceste proiecte nu doar că au adus împreună zeci de femei din medii diverse, dar au creat și contexte de networking, dezvoltare personală și celebrare a frumuseții autentice, culminând cu expoziții și Gale de artă care au atras atenția comunității de business și a presei locale.
Prin aceste inițiative, PhotoArt by Ralf a reușit să poziționeze fotografia de portret ca pe un produs premium, cu valoare adăugată atât pentru client, cât și pentru brandul personal sau profesional al acestuia.

Lansarea Body Poetry: O invitație la autenticitate și artă

În această toamnă, PhotoArt by Ralf lansează Body Poetry, o campanie manifest care duce mai departe misiunea de empowerment feminin, propunând o abordare artistică, poetică și profund personală a portretului de femeie. Body Poetry este o invitație la vulnerabilitate asumată, la celebrarea corpului ca templu al poveștilor și experiențelor trăite.

Campania se adresează tuturor femeilor iubitoare de frumos si arta, tuturor femeilor care își doresc o experiență transformațională, dincolo de clișeele fotografiei comerciale. Fiecare sesiune devine o poezie vizuală, o odă dedicată feminității, forței interioare și vulnerabilității ca formă de curaj. Body Poetry răspunde unei nevoi reale de pe piața serviciilor creative: aceea de a oferi femeilor ocazia de a se reconecta cu sinele într-un mod autentic și artistic. Într-o lume a performanței, a ritmului accelerat și a presiunii sociale, campania propune o pauză de reflecție, o celebrare a corpului și a poveștii personale ca surse de putere.

Pentru femeile din business, participarea la Body Poetry nu este doar o experiență artistică, ci și un statement de leadership, self-care și branding personal. Este o oportunitate de a se reconecta cu sinele, de a inspira și de a contribui la o comunitate care valorizează frumusețea autentică și puterea poveștilor personale.

The Muse Series – Evenimente, expoziții și Gala

Corolarul fiecărei campanii sub The Muse Series este reprezentat de evenimentele exclusive  organizate de PhotoArt by Ralf, expoziții de artă fotografică, gale tematice și întâlniri de networking pentru participante. Expoziția Body Poetry va reuni portrete, selectate si prezentate într-un cadru elegant, oferind fiecărei participante ocazia de a-și vedea povestea transpusă în artă și de a inspira alte femei să își asume frumusețea. Galele tematice devin astfel puncte de întâlnire pentru inovație, creativitate și leadership feminin, iar PhotoArt by Ralf se consolidează ca un hub de experiențe transformaționale.

Despre PhotoArt by Ralf și fondatoarea Raluca Florescu

În spatele acestui brand se află o poveste de reinventare și pasiune pentru artă. Raluca Florescu aka Ralf, fondatoarea PhotoArt by Ralf, a pornit la drum la 40 de ani, după o carieră într-un alt domeniu, ghidată de dorința de a crea ceva cu adevărat valoros pentru femei. Studio-ul său din centrul Bucureștiului a devenit rapid un reper pentru portretul artistic feminin, datorită atenției la detalii, profesionalismului și abilității de a crea o atmosferă caldă, autentică, în care fiecare clientă se simte văzută și apreciată.

Ralf nu este doar fotograf, ci și storyteller, mentor și ambasador al frumuseții autentice. Fiecare proiect sub semnătura PhotoArt by Ralf poartă amprenta unei viziuni clare: aceea că fiecare femeie merită să fie celebrată, indiferent de vârstă, statut sau experiență de viață. De la “Fabulous over 40”,  “Old Hollywood Glam” la Body Poetry, Ralf reușește să surprindă esența feminității, să provoace stereotipuri și să construiască o comunitate de cliente loiale, inspirate și motivate să se descopere. Pentru ea, fotografia nu este doar un job, ci o misiune de a aduce lumină și încredere în viața fiecărei femei care îi trece pragul.

Lansarea campaniei Body Poetry sub umbrela The Muse Series marchează un nou pas în misiunea PhotoArt by Ralf de a redefini portretul feminin ca experiență transformațională. Este o invitație la autenticitate, la asumarea vulnerabilității și la celebrarea poveștii personale prin artă fotografică de cea mai înaltă calitate.

PhotoArt by Ralf continuă să inoveze, să creeze contexte de socializare și să susțină leadershipul feminin prin artă. Body Poetry este mai mult decât o campanie – este un manifest pentru femeile care aleg să fie văzute, să fie vulnerabile și să transforme fiecare experiență într-o operă de artă.

Pentru inscriere si detalii aici https://www.photoartbyralf.com/body-poetry/ ; [email protected]

” Unless you’re looking for it, you might just miss the unassuming entrance to The Town House – and that’s precisely the point. This serene, adults-only boutique spot tastefully incorporates its vintage Andalucian townhouse charm into an elegant design bolthole in the heart of old-town Marbella.”

Location

The hotel is tucked into a peaceful corner on a bubbly plaza dotted with orange trees, towards the lower end of the tangle of pedestrianised streets that make up Marbella’s old town. A quick stroll leads you through narrow alleys and past designer boutiques, the Moorish-era castle walls and the Plaza de los Naranjos. You’re a five-minute walk from the beach and promenade, and glitzy Puerto Banús is a six-mile (15-minute) drive west. It’s an hour’s drive to Ronda (38 miles inland) and 45 minutes to Málaga (35 miles northeast). Like elsewhere in the old town, parking isn’t possible, though you can drop off bags.

Style and Character

A sense of calm and quiet elegance seeps through this gorgeously refurbished 150-year-old Andalucian townhouse. You enter through a plush Alhambra-inspired lobby, under an elaborately carved arch that twinkles with neo-Moorish character. The graceful interiors fuse the original home architecture (tiled bathrooms, patterned ceilings) with contemporary Scandinavian and Italian design flair. Enormous gold-framed mirrors peek around corners, whites and neutral tones dominate, and greenery drapes down the twirling marble staircase. Ocean-blue and olive-green velvet armchairs and vanilla-scented candles fill the ground-floor lounge, from which tile-topped tables spill out onto the square.

Service and Facilities

Though you’re in a hushed, peaceful house, there’s always someone on hand to help, and the gracious English-speaking staff are both discreet and attentive. The secluded rooftop terrace, with its colourful patterned cushions and honesty bar, is a delight, especially at sunset when birds swoop around and the sensational views across Marbella’s rooftops to La Concha mountain turn pink-tinged. Grab something to read from the book collection on the ground floor, where there’s also a café-bar. Thoughtful extra touches include fresh fruit and bottled water in the rooms.

Rooms

There are just 10 vintage-feel rooms, each individually styled with soothing pastels, original tiling, smart antique furniture, muralled walls and/or whitewashed stuccowork. Most have tiny balconies or at least full-length windows, and all have professional hairdryers, beach towels, slippers, air-con and tea/coffee trays. Bathrooms are stocked with Molton Brown toiletries and are mostly completely covered in shimmering, swirly patterned Andalucian tiles.

Room 6 – with its antique four-poster bed, embroidered curtains, wood-beamed ceiling, shell-shaped sink and old India prints – is a fabulous choice and has a small balcony overlooking La Encarnación church just up the street. Also popular is romantic attic-like Room 9, all slanted ceilings and natural light. 

Food and Drink

Breakfast is a smartly presented continental buffet with lots of choice and coffee made to order, available from 9am to 11am in the downstairs café-bar, outside on the old-town plaza or even on the sunny rooftop. Expect cheeses, cold meats, chopped fruit with yoghurt, fresh croissants and a choice of breads for topping with crushed tomato and olive oil. If you’re leaving early the team can put together a packed breakfast.

The café is open from breakfast to 11pm and, from the afternoon onwards, it morphs into a low-key bar with mellow beats and candle-lit lounge corners. Though there’s no restaurant, cheese platters and salads are served, and you only have to step outside to find a wealth of local restaurants and tapas bars. Many of the wines come from the owner’s vineyards in Romania.

Access for guests with disabilities?

There’s lift access to all rooms, though none of the rooms are specifically adapted.

Family-Friendly?

This is very much a romantic adults’ hotel; children over 14 are welcome, though there are no extra beds.
 Calle Alderete 7, Plaza Practicante Manuel Cantos, 29600 Marbella, Málaga, Spain.

00 34 952 90 17 91

www.townhousemarbella.com

Evenimentul va reuni academicieni, profesori și cercetători pentru a dezbate
rolul adevărului și al mărturisirii în societatea actuală.
Locație: Mănăstirea Văcăreștii Noi, Comuna Lumina, Județul Constanța

Los agentes han detenido a cinco individuos, encargados de la recepción del estupefaciente, decretando la autoridad judicial el ingreso inmediato en prisión de todos ellos.  Los arrestos se produjeron en el parking de un centro comercial de Marbella cuando los investigados se encontraban realizando el traspaso de la droga a una furgoneta, en cuyo interior se localizaron 759 paquetes de cocaína

Agentes de la Policía Nacional han desarticulado en Marbella una organización criminal internacional -cuyos miembros tenían vínculos con la Mocro Maffia- y han intervenido 873 kilos cocaína. Los agentes han detenido a cinco individuos, encargados de la recepción del estupefaciente, decretando la autoridad judicial el ingreso inmediato en prisión de todos ellos. Los arrestos se produjeron en el parking de un centro comercial de Marbella cuando los investigados se encontraban realizando el traspaso de la droga a una furgoneta, en cuyo interior se localizaron 759 paquetes de cocaína.

Las pesquisas se iniciaron en agosto de 2024, en el marco del Plan Meridional, fruto de la cooperación policial internacional en la lucha contra el narcotráfico. Los agentes, en colaboración con la Oficina de la agencia norteamericana Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), centraron la investigación en una organización criminal presuntamente dedicada al transporte de grandes cantidades de cocaína desde Ecuador hasta España. Para ello, se valían del envío de contenedores marítimos a través del Puerto de Algeciras como vía de entrada del estupefaciente, lo que les permitía reducir costes y aumentar al máximo los beneficios económicos.

Contenedor marítimo con 873 kilos de cocaína procedente de Ecuador

Gracias al intercambio de información, los agentes acreditaron la llegada de un contenedor marítimo al Puerto de Algeciras, procedente de Ecuador, contaminado con la sustancia estupefaciente. Asimismo, lograron identificar a los responsables de su recepción en España, comprobando que se trataba de una importante organización criminal con vínculos con la Mocro Maffia.

El avance de las pesquisas permitió constatar que los receptores del alijo hacían de la costa malagueña el punto de encuentro de sus reuniones. En este sentido, los investigados se desplazaron desde diversos países de Europa hasta Málaga para acordar los detalles de la operación con la que iban a introducir la partida de cocaína en nuestro país.

Detenidos en el parking de un centro comercial de Marbella 

Tras varias gestiones policiales, los agentes detectaron cómo los receptores del cargamento de cocaína se dirigían a Marbella a bordo de dos vehículos; una furgoneta, en la que transportaban la droga, y un vehículo de alta gama que hacía las funciones de lanzadera.

Finalmente, los agentes detuvieron a cinco individuos en el parking de un centro comercial de Marbella cuando éstos realizaban el traspaso del estupefaciente. Tras ser puestos a disposición judicial, se decretó el inmediato ingreso en prisión de todos ellos. Asimismo, localizaron e intervinieron 759 paquetes de cocaína de gran pureza en el interior de la furgoneta, arrojando un peso de 873 kilogramos.

Además de la aprehensión de estupefaciente, fruto de esta operación se han intervenido 5.690 euros en efectivo, 12 teléfonos móviles (algunos de ellos encriptados), y tres vehículos de alta gama. Por otra parte, se han emitido tres órdenes internacionales de detención contra parte de los miembros de la organización, que se encuentran en paradero desconocido. Entre ellos está uno de los líderes de la organización, encargado de la logística operativa de la misma.

Operación cofinanciada con Fondos Europeos del Fondo de Seguridad Interior

Agentes de la Policía Nacional con la colaboración y apoyo de EUROPOL, han llevado a cabo esta operación contando con instrumentos de financiación de la Unión Europea. Esta estrategia se enfoca en  cuatro puntos clave: establecer un entorno de seguridad preparado para el futuro, combatir las amenazas emergentes, proteger a los ciudadanos europeos del terrorismo y la delincuencia organizada, y forjar un robusto ecosistema de seguridad europeo.

Para lograr estos objetivos, la Dirección General de Migración y Asuntos de Interior de la Comisión Europea (DG HOME por sus siglas en inglés), junto con las agencias de la UE y fondos específicos de la UE, como los Fondos de Seguridad Interna (ISF por sus siglas en inglés), respaldan a los Estados miembros en la lucha contra las amenazas criminales mediante operaciones coordinadas dirigidas a desmantelar las redes criminales y sus modelos de negocio. Las intervenciones efectuadas bajo este esquema han sido cofinanciadas por la Unión Europea, como parte del apoyo a los Estados miembros para combatir las redes delictivas que constituyen las amenazas más significativas para la seguridad de los ciudadanos de la UE y de la Unión en su conjunto.

Los medios de comunicación que lo deseen podrán obtener imágenes en el siguiente enlace: http://prensa.policia.es/pitaya2.rar

French authorities have added four more contaminated products to their ongoing cheese recall as the crisis expands internationally, with affected French cheeses now withdrawn from stores across 30 countries. 

The latest additions, announced between August 18th and 20th, bring both new Listeria and E.coli contaminations to the recall list that began with the mass withdrawal on August 12th. The domestic crisis has escalated dramatically, with over 20 people in France falling ill and at least two deaths confirmed from consuming contaminated dairy products.

International health authorities have now identified additional cases in Norway, Denmark, Belgium, and the Netherlands, prompting coordinated recalls across global markets including the Unites States, Japan, and Australia.

Listeria Contaminations

Valmartin’s Emmental Râpé (1kg) sold through Promocash stores nationwide has been recalled, affecting products with January 2025 expiry dates distributed between late July and mid-August. Grand Reserva Leonardi Mascarpone Gorgonzola sold through Super U stores covers lot 250714 with August 23rd consumption dates, distributed throughout early August.

E.coli STEC Contaminations

Earl des Chapotons’ raw milk Crottins de Chavignol from lots 25/07 and 28/07 have been withdrawn due to suspected E.coli O145 contamination, sold nationwide between July 28th and August 13th. Additionally, Chèvrerie d’Amélie’s fresh goat cheese sold directly from their Indre farm affects lot 201, though sales were limited to July 21st only.

These new recalls add to the extensive list of Chavignol varieties already withdrawn, including products from Carrefour and Dubois-Boulay, all traced to shared production facilities during early August operations.

The dual bacterial contamination continues to pose significant medical threats. E.coli STEC symptoms typically appear within seven days, causing bloody diarrhea and severe abdominal pain, with children facing particular risk of kidney complications developing in 5-8% of cases.

Listeria infections can remain dormant for up to eight weeks before causing fever, headaches, and muscle pain. Pregnant women, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised consumers face heightened risks of severe, potentially fatal complications.

Consumers should immediately check refrigerators for any recalled products and dispose of contaminated items. All affected products can be returned to retailers for full refunds without receipts. The recalls remain active through September and October.

Mihai Craiu – Owner/CEO – Media Consulta International – Part of Fininvest-USA

Banque Havilland (Monaco) SAM is set to relaunch under a new name following its acquisition by a group of international investors. The financial institution will rebrand as Moncrief Private Bank (Monaco) SAM in the fourth quarter of 2025. 

The transaction, now formally approved by Monaco’s Commission de Contrôle des Activités Financières (CCAF) and France’s Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution (ACPR), brings the bank under new leadership with a stated commitment to both continuity and innovation. According to the new owners, clients will experience no disruption in service, with existing products, services, and relationship managers remaining unchanged.

In a statement released on Thursday 7th August, the bank’s new leadership said their immediate priority was to ensure a stable transition, while also laying the groundwork for a new phase of growth. The investor group, which includes fintech and wealth management figures with international reputations, has outlined plans to expand the bank’s service offerings and introduce advanced digital tools in the near future.

Among the investors is Jason Bates, a well-known entrepreneur and co-founder of UK digital banks Monzo and Starling. He is joined by Maksym Koretskiy, a wealthtech specialist with two decades of experience in private banking, and Jim McColl, a veteran business leader and Monaco resident for over 25 years.

The acquisition follows a period of uncertainty for Banque Havilland Monaco. In September 2024, the bank entered negotiations with another investor consortium after Andbank Monaco decided not to proceed with its previously announced offer.

Speaking about the acquisition, Patrick Dauguet, CEO of Moncrief Private Bank, said: “This acquisition marks a new chapter for the bank. The combined expertise of the new owners will not only bring more stability and excellence to the business, but their vision for a new digital offering in the region will bring added value to our clients over the coming years.”

Mihai Craiu – Owner/CEO – Media Consulta International – Part of Fininvest-USA

În perioada 12 august-10 septembrie 2025, Muzeul Golești vă invită să descoperiți expoziția „Anotimpuri a artistului plastic Valentin Kolesnicov.

Despre pictura lui Valentin Kolesnicov nu putem vorbi decât la modul personal, pentru că sunt artiști pe care atunci când îi descoperi, fără să te prevină, te ating profund. Așa a fost întâlnirea virtuală cu pictura lui Valentin Kolesnicov, un moment de liniște rară, care nu își are izvorul în tăcere, ci în potrivirea lucrurilor.

Așa cum el însuși mărturisește, s-a născut cu o înclinație firească spre observarea lumii. Copil fiind, obișnuia să plece de acasă și să piardă noțiunea timpului, urmărind mișcarea gândacilor, creșterea ierbii, plutirea norilor sau sunetul broaștelor din baltă, ca pe un concert improvizat. Această privire lungă, atentă, lipsită de grabă, a rămas esențială pe tot parcursul său artistic.

Deși a studiat ceramica, învățând să lucreze cu forma și cu materia, a ales pictura, din motive practice, dar și pentru libertatea pe care o oferea expresiei. A rămas, totuși, un artist polivalent care sculptează, face fotografie artistică și comercială, grafică.

În anul 2000, Valentin Kolesnicov a avut prima sa expoziție la Muzeul Literaturii Române. A expus la Palatul Mogoșoaia, iar din 12 august vă puteți întâlni cu picturile ala la Muzeul Golești, unde pregătește o nouă expoziție în vara anului 2025. Lucrările sale se regăsesc în numeroase colecții private din România și din străinătate.

Pentru documentare am început să-i privesc lucrările în spațiul virtual (https://kolesnicovv.wixsite.com/valentinkolesnicov/portfolio) pornind de la seria cu flori. Sunt flori care pot fi descrise convențional ca „drăguțe”, „fine” sau „delicate”.  Dar, la o privire atentă, sunt flori care trăiesc. Culoarea le încarcă de energie, le dă greutate, textură, voce. E aproape imposibil să te uiți la ele fără să vrei să le atingi și să le simți mirosul. Simți roșul ca pe o flacără blândă, galbenul ca pe o lumină care se revarsă din interior, iar verdele – acel verde viu și dens – te prinde într-o respirație comună cu planta.

Dacă florile lui Kolesnicov îți vorbesc despre apropiere, despre detaliu, despre intimitate, peisajele sale îți oferă spațiu și integrare în natura mare. Peisajele lui nu sunt compuse, ci simțite. Iarna are o liniște grea, adâncă, iar toamna arde în culori aproape sonore. Apusurile sunt dramatice, dar fără melodramă. Și peste tot, apar acele semne discrete ale vieții: un stol de păsări, o siluetă, o potecă care nu duce nicăieri, dar care te cheamă. Sunt tablouri care te fac să stai mai mult, să îți amintești de ceva ce nu știai că știi, să îți imaginezi o poveste, poate chiar a ta.

Grafica semnată de Valentin Kolesnicov pare să fie un exercițiu de reducere a lumii la semn, contur, ritm tăcut. La fel ca pictura lui care respiră prin culoare și vibrație sezonieră, grafica vibrează în culoare  și intensități pregnante ale negrului.

Pe 12 august 2025, de la ora 15.00, vă invităm la Muzeul Golești la întâlnirea cu Valentin Kolesnicov și pictura sa.  Va participa și va avea cuvântul de deschidere scriitoarea Daniela Șontică.

Mihai Craiu – Owner/CEO – Media Consulta International – Part of Fininvest-USA