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🌿 The Caper plant (Capparis spinosa), originating from the Mediterranean, is a resilient perennial suitable for hot climates and poor soils. It is known for both its culinary buds and beautiful flowers. With around 250 species in the Capparis genus, C. spinosa stands out for its decorative white-rosy flowers with intense pink-violet stamens, which bloom abundantly from May to early autumn. Ideal growth conditions for capers include at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily and well-drained soil. Post-planting care involves minimal watering once established, with more frequent watering during the early growth stage, and annual pruning after the plant is well-established and has flowered for two seasons. These care tips help the Caper plant thrive, providing spectacular blooms and adding Mediterranean charm to gardens.

🌱 Plants with compact roots shaped by the pot can hinder growth and nutrient/water absorption, potentially causing continuous stress and less disease/climate resistance. To alleviate this, repotting in a new container at least 2-3 cm larger with proper drainage holes is recommended. Quality, nutrient-rich soil that allows roots to breathe is essential. Carefully detangle roots, trimming if necessary, to promote healthy development. Post-repotting care includes moderate watering and ensuring adequate light, avoiding overwatering to prevent root rot. Proper ongoing care ensures plant stability and vigorous growth.

🏖 Maratea, located in Potenza province overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, is renowned for its Christ the Redeemer statue and fine sandy beaches. Fiumicello Beach, nestled between Ogliastro and Punta Santavenere, is family-friendly with shallow waters. Cala Jannita, also known as Black Beach, is a hidden gem near Illicini Natural Park, accessible only by dirt trails. The area also boasts the long sandy beach of Castrocucco, ideal for windsurfing and sailing, and Policastro's secluded coves, perfect for diving enthusiasts. Maratea offers a tranquil getaway with unspoiled nature and advantageous prices, especially recommended in September for a peaceful experience.

🌱 L'argilla espansa, cotte a circa 1200°C, è leggera e porosa, ideale per piante in vaso grazie alle sue proprietà drenanti e aeranti. Impedisce il ristagno idrico e l'asfissia radicale, incrementando la crescita delle piante. Utilizzata come pacciamatura, mantiene l'umidità del suolo e riduce la crescita di erbacce. Miscelando con il terriccio, dove si consiglia dal 10% al 30% di argilla espansa, si migliora la struttura del suolo. Uno strato drenante sul fondo del vaso non deve superare i 2 cm per evitare di limitare lo spazio per le radici.

🛫 IKEA's NYSJÖN tall cabinet, designed for small spaces with dimensions of 30×190 cm, is now on sale for a new low price of €59. It can be assembled with the door opening to the right or left, making it adaptable to various home environments. The white finish adds brightness and blends with any decor style, while the unit's durability and stability make it a practical addition to bathrooms, kitchens, corridors, or offices. The NYSJÖN is available both in-store and online.

💳 The Italian Antitrust Authority greenlights Booking.com's commitments following a probe into alleged market dominance abuse in online hotel booking services, initiated in March. Observations on commitments by Booking.com entities must be submitted by September 13, 2024, to the AGCM's Department of Competition in Rome. Details are available on the AGCM website.

💰 The Italian Ministry of Tourism clarified FAQs on insurance policy corrections for insolvency or civil liability after issuing guidelines. The update, published in response to the Public Notice of July 31, 2023 (prot. n. 14406/23), assists travel agencies and tour operators as per the decree of June 28, 2023 (prot. n. 12331/23). FAQs detail representations by accountants and policy start dates. Full FAQs are available [here](https://www.ministeroturismo.gov.it/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FAQ_Avviso-2-agosto-2024_-ADV-TO-rettifica-istanze-ammesse-con-riserva-RC-e-insolvenza_v.8ago2024_rev3.pdf).

✈ Swiss confirms the halt of direct flights to Beirut and Tel Aviv until August 21, citing Middle East security concerns. Airspace over Iran, Iraq, and Israel will also be avoided. Lufthansa, Swiss' group partner, similarly extends no-fly zones over Iran and Iraq and suspends flights to/from Tel Aviv, Tehran, Beirut, Amman, and Erbil until the same date.

🗻 The Tavolara Marine Protected Area (Amp) in Italy is combating 'boorish' tourism by enforcing rules to safeguard the environment and marine life. Amp's guidelines include reduced speed boat navigation, prohibiting anchoring on Posidonia seagrass beds, and mandatory signaling buoys for swimming, snorkeling, or diving outside safe bathing waters. Spearfishing is also banned in the zone A of the marine reserve. These measures were reported by ansa.it.

🛫 Employees of easyJet in Portugal announced a strike from August 15 to 17, leading to delays and cancellations. The strike will affect not only domestic flights but also international departures. Currently, 232 flights have been canceled out of 1,138 scheduled in Portugal, with measures in place to ensure service to popular destinations like London, Geneva, Luxembourg, and Madeira.