Political Tension in North America Builds Before the World Cup
On the first Tuesday in November, Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, born in Uganda to Indian parents, scored a decisive victory in New York City’s mayoral election. In sports terms, it was a blowout; for soccer fans, Mamdani’s win is a gift. Tickets for the FIFA World Cup 2026,
The Comfort of Classic Movies in Uncertain Times
Lines stretching around the block to get into a screening at the Toronto International Film Festival aren’t unusual. But they are remarkable when they form for a screening of a 50-year-old film, like they did last September for two special viewings of the 1975 Indian romance classic, Sholay. Equal
In the Fast Lane: Audi and Cadillac Gear Up to Join Formula 1
As the lights go out in Melbourne, Australia, to kick off the first race of the 2026 Formula 1 season, an international roster of 22 drivers in the most spectacular cars on the planet will race in pursuit of the checkered flag. Among them will be two new teams—Audi and Cadillac—competing head-to
Luxury Fashion’s Next Chapter: Immersive Dining Experiences
A quick scan of the cultural landscape will confirm that branded cafés or restaurants are proliferating at a remarkable pace. From the emerald-green Florentine Gucci Osteria in Beverly Hills to Tiffany’s Blue Box breakfast spot in New York, global fashion houses have been launching new establishm
Boutique Yachts are Changing How We See the World
Imagine this: after a morning spent truffle hunting in northern Tuscany, Italy, and an indulgent champagne and caviar tasting in the afternoon, you retreat to your spacious Four Seasons suite. Inside, art adorns the walls, the green marble bathroom gleams like a private spa and a plush king-sized be
The Allure of Luxury Psychedelic Retreats
At first glance, Craig Johnson,* 38, seems to have it all: he owns multiple automotive dealerships, oversees hundreds of employees and can afford to buy anything he wants. But like many people who have “made it,” he finds himself longing for something more. “Self-improvement and self-explorati
Seoul’s Skincare Scene Drives Global Beauty Trends
It’s almost impossible to imagine that barely 30 years ago, Seoul, South Korea’s beauty industry revolved around small herbal shops and local aestheticians. Today, the city not only serves as the nucleus of the K-Beauty phenomenon, but it has also become a global powerhouse in shaping how th
Why Circular Design Is Becoming Fashion’s Most Valuable Asset
Fashion is made to last—or so the marketing goes. Meticulously sourced materials, centuries-old techniques and expertly honed craft all add up to a promise of a timeless process. But even luxury products and materials end up on the scrap floor or collect dust on shelves, leading to excessive and e
How Luxury Watchmakers Are Embracing Sustainable Design
Luxury watchmakers are mining the ocean and beyond to power timepieces that merge timeless craftsmanship with sustainable innovation. Blending precision with purpose, these watches prove that conscious design can still keep impeccable time. 1. Ulysse Nardin Diver NET Vendée Globe, price upon reques
How AI Demand Is Fueling a Massive Data-Centre Boom
The day after he was sworn in as the 47th president, Donald Trump turned up in the Roosevelt Room in the White House, accompanied by three of the most consequential figures in the booming artificial intelligence industry: OpenAI founder Sam Altman, Oracle founder Larry Ellison and SoftBank’s found
