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📈 Global stock markets experienced a significant downturn, with the S&P 500 plummeting by 4% and the Nasdaq Composite dropping by 5% in just one week. Major factors contributing to the sell-off included concerns over rising inflation rates, potential interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, and geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe. Investors are closely monitoring the situation as market volatility remains high.

🏖️ North Island, a 2 km² island with 11 villas, won 1st Prize at the Hotel & Lodge Awards 2024 in the Resort category. Discovered in 1609, abandoned in 1970, and rejuvenated as an exclusive sanctuary, North Island offers bespoke experiences and activities such as hiking, biking, boating, fishing, diving, paddleboarding, gym, yoga, turtle watching, and spa treatments. The resort caters to VIPs seeking privacy in the Seychelles, providing a butler for each villa and naturalist-guided flora observation.

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🔑 Amtrak experienced a data breach with suspicious activity detected between May 15 and May 18. Cybernews report reveals 22 notorious travel apps access personal data and system files on Android, potentially hidden from users despite GDPR, raising security risks. The NIS 2 directive, effective October, excludes the tourism sector. At Net Managers Collection summer event in Slovenia, BZhunt founder Brice Augras highlighted cybersecurity threats to tourism businesses. An ExpressVPN survey indicates nearly one in two French travelers was a victim of bank fraud. Accor's security breach leaked names, emails, and jobs of 642,000 clients, shared by hackers IntelBroker. Cyberscore's unclear application for major platforms has been in effect since October 1, 2023, despite being voted into law in March 2022.

🍤 For an appetizing starter for 4 people, mix 3 tbsp. of softened butter, 2 tsp. of miso, 1/2 tsp. of wasabi, 2 tbsp. of rehydrated black mushrooms cut into fine strips, 1 tsp. of sesame oil, 1 tsp. of mirin, and 2 tbsp. of chopped tarragon. Place the butter mixture on each of the 12 Ostra Regal oysters size 1-2, top with Panko breadcrumbs, and grill covered on a BBQ, checking every 2 minutes. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, yarrow flowers, and tarragon leaves. Serve immediately. Tips suggest preparing the garnish beforehand and refrigerating for easier oyster topping.

🏦 The Peninsula Paris faced media backlash after Serena Williams posted about being denied access to the hotel's rooftop due to a private event, despite the hotel's contractual obligation to honor the booking and their subsequent apologies (posted on August 5, 2024). Hotel directors increasingly struggle with social media harassment, revanchist third-party operators, intrusive investor-owners, and arrogant influencer-stars.

📰 Stéphanie Pioud, a journalist for L'Hôtellerie Restauration, passed away on July 18. Known for her passion and rigor, she covered the hospitality sector in Lyon and its surroundings for 13 years. Condolences extend to her partner Sylvain, family, friends, and colleagues.

🍽 Starting August 20, the date of the new season premiere of Koh-Lanta, Deliveroo becomes the official sponsor and offers viewers a chance to win by finding immunity necklaces hidden in orders for 8 consecutive weeks. Winners receive a year of Deliveroo orders worth €1,000 and a year of Deliveroo plus Gold subscription, available across more than 3,000 partner restaurants in France.

📊 Répondre aux avis clients est vital pour les comptables, impactant directement leur réputation et leur visibilité en ligne. Les plateformes clés comprennent Google My Business, Yelp et Trustpilot. Réponses aux avis positifs incluent exprimer la gratitude, souligner la confiance et valoriser le travail d'équipe. Pour les avis neutres ou constructifs, il est conseillé de reconnaître les suggestions, exprimer le souci d'amélioration et encourager la conversation. Face aux avis négatifs, admettre les erreurs, proposer des solutions et offrir un suivi personnalisé sont essentiels. Les comptables sont encouragés à utiliser les retours pour illustrer leur expertise et fidéliser les clients avec des remerciements personnalisés et des éléments uniques à chaque client.

🍴 Serving 4 people, the recipe features 12 Ostra Regal oysters (No. 1-2) enhanced with a garniture including 1 teaspoon butter, diced garlic, pancetta strips, white wine, and finely chopped watercress or spinach, topped with cream, Parmesan, and Panko breadcrumbs. Cooking involves sautéing garlic and pancetta, deglazing with wine, adding greens, cream, then grilling oysters with the mixture until golden. Fresh cresson leaves, capucine flower petals, and crispy pancetta strips garnish the dish. Prep tip: make garniture ahead and refrigerate for easier oyster filling.