Alexa Chung's new mid-range tote is the chic luxury work bag I've been after Longchamp’s new Le Cadence will take you from your desk to dinner Evening Standard · Aug 14
To target Gen Z, premium brands must learn the new codes of luxury Premium no longer means price – so what should brands do? Creative Bloq · Aug 14
This 16th-century Renaissance palace in Spain was just converted into a five-star hotel A 16th-century Spanish Renaissance palace has been transformed into a luxury stay, blending historic grandeur, thermal wellness experiences and even a menu for four-legged guests. Euronews · Aug 14
Vivekananda Said Strength Is the Only Virtue. Indian Men Were Never Taught What That Means The Teaching, Stated PlainlySwami Vivekananda said it in Colombo in 1897, and he said it again in Madras, and he kept saying it until it should have been impossible to miss: "Strength, strength is what the Upanishads speak to me from every page." He was not speaking of physical strength,… Times Life · Aug 14
Australia has been galvanised by ‘melon-gate’. So what is the luxury fruit at the centre of the PM’s controversy? Shizuoka Crown melons are part of an important cultural gifting practice in Japan, where they are hand-patted by growers to achieve an even shape and texture The Guardian - AU · Aug 14
£3.8million luxury 98ft superyacht Angiola II sinks off Sardinia four days after new owner took delivery after engine failure and fire, 14 rescued A £3.8million luxury 98ft superyacht, Angiola II, sank off Sardinia just four days after being delivered to its new owner. The vessel reportedly lost buoyancy following an engine failure and fire, leaving 14 people aboard. Twelve were rescued by a nearby boat, while the owner and a friend were taken… The Times of India · Aug 13
Harvey Nichols Saved by Sports Direct Owner Mike Ashley After Luxury Retailer Warned It Could Run Out of Cash Frasers Group has acquired Harvey Nichols, saving over 1,000 jobs. The deal includes UK stores and international franchises, with plans for significant restructuring to revitalise the luxury retailer. International Business Times UK · Aug 13
Life Lesson of the Day: “Even a hut feels like paradise when you’re with your loved one” — Russian proverb offers a timeless reminder about love, happiness and finding joy in life’s simplest moments Life Lesson of the Day: The Life Lesson of the Day comes from the Russian proverb “Even a hut feels like paradise when you’re with your loved one,” offering a timeless reminder that true happiness is not always found in wealth, luxury or material comforts. The saying celebrates love, companionship… The Economic Times · Aug 13
Luxury British department store bought by Sports Direct’s Mike Ashley IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 13
Maya Jama's secret Cotswolds Airbnb revealed - and it's more expensive than luxury London hotels The Love Island presenter, 31, has multiple homes in her property portfolio Evening Standard · Aug 13
Luxury condos withstand Bangkok's wider slowdown Bangkok's condo market is becoming increasingly polarised, with luxury projects continuing to outperform while the broader residential sector remains weighed down by weak purchasing power and tighter mortgage lending. Bangkok Post · Aug 12
Cadillac Will Give Escalade IQ Buyers Rolls-Royce-Style Customization for an Extra $54,995 The company is expanding the $400,000 Celestiq's hand-crafted luxury customization experience to the Escalade IQ. InsideEVs · Aug 12
Elon Musk says AI will make money disappear. But crypto billionaire Michael Saylor says he’s wrong for one key reason: ‘We're status-oriented animals’ The billionaire Bitcoin mogul Michael Saylor says technology has already made luxuries once reserved for kings commonplace. Fortune · Aug 12
Trump Says He’s Exploring Federal Action to Block Zohran Mamdani’s Luxury Second-Home Tax, Calls It a ‘Dangerous Political Experiment’ President Donald Trump said Tuesday that his administration is examining whether the federal government can challenge New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s new pied-à-terre tax on luxury second homes, calling the levy a "dangerous political ‘experiment’" that could damage the city. Benzinga · Aug 12
The Guardian - UK · Aug 12 I was enjoying growing vegetables. Then the climate crisis raised its ugly head My child and I were bonding over our hit-and-miss approach to reaping crops. But with heatwaves pushing more of Britain into drought, it’s starting to feel like a luxury we can’t afford, writes Bim Adewunmi
The Economic Times · Aug 12 Who is Georgina Rodriguez, Ronaldo's wife? Her childhood, business ventures and how they met Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez exchanged vows in a charming ceremony held in Portugal. Their love story, which began when they met in a professional setting, reached a new milestone with their engagement announcement in August 2025. Fast forward to the following year, the two celebrated their union privately. Currently,…
Bangkok Post · Aug 11 Savills pivots as housing market slows The slowing residential market has prompted property consultancy Savills (Thailand) to reposition its business, shifting its focus towards recurring income from property management while resuming overseas marketing of Thai luxury homes after a six-year hiatus.
International Business Times UK · Aug 11 Lebron James' Wife Savannah Was Profiled in Hermès and Chanel, Then the Sales Associates Were Fired Savannah James and April McDaniel say Hermès and Chanel sales associates were fired after separate luxury-store disputes in Milan and Paris.
Euronews · Aug 11 This new hotel booking platform promises VIP perks without the usual loyalty scheme faff Travel Habit is bringing together multiple luxury hotel programmes and VIP travel networks in one platform, offering members perks including room upgrades, breakfast, hotel credits and late check-outs.
The Independent UK · Aug 11 Watch: Car collides with luxury jet as plane prepares for takeoff IN FULL
The Times of India · Aug 11 A billionaire bought a dying Scottish island for $2.2 million and spent $135 million bringing it back to life with 100,000 trees, restored homes and new community spaces When billionaire hedge fund manager Ian Wace bought Tanera Mòr in Scotland's remote Summer Isles in 2017, the 800-acre island had little resemblance to the thriving community it had once been. Its historic buildings had fallen into disrepair, its population had dwindled and much of the land had become overgrown.…
The Economic Times · Aug 11 Tribeca, Ira Realty to build Trump-branded housing project in Hyderabad at Rs 2,000 cr investment Tribeca Developers and Ira Realty are thrilled to announce their ambitious Trump-branded luxury housing project nestled in Hyderabad. The venture, requiring a hefty investment of Rs 2,000 crore, will boast two magnificent 65-storey structures featuring a total of 450 high-end apartments. With construction kicking off, the project is on track…
Benzinga · Aug 11 Mayor Mamdani Sent 17,000 Tax Notices For His NYC Luxury Property Surcharge— Now a Judge Has Temporarily Blocked the Rollout Because of One Issue New York City’s attempt to identify properties subject to its new pied-à-terre tax has triggered a lawsuit and temporary court block, with homeowners arguing that the city is incorrectly targeting properties held through trusts and limited liability companies.
The Independent UK · Aug 11 Fiat Panda crashes into luxury jet as plane taxis for takeoff A Fiat Panda crashed into a luxury plane as it was taxiing towards a runway at an airport in Italy.
The Economic Times · Aug 11 Tribeca, Ira Realty to invest Rs 2,000 cr to build Trump-branded housing project in Hyderabad Tribeca Developers and Ira Realty will launch a Trump-branded luxury housing project in Hyderabad. This significant development involves an investment of approximately two thousand crore rupees. The project will feature two sixty-five-storey buildings with four hundred fifty apartments. It marks the Trump brand's first venture into South India.