Woman Loses 7-Year Legal Fight To Get A Glass Of Tap Water At Italian Hotel Italy’s Supreme Court ruled against a guest who sued a luxury hotel for refusing to serve free tap water. Bored Panda · May 27
Luxury French retailer Galeries Lafayette shuts Beijing flagship store France’s iconic Galeries Lafayette closed its flagship Beijing department store on Wednesday after 13 years in the Chinese capital – citing weaker spending, changing shopping habits and a slowdown in the luxury sector. Its stores in Shanghai, Shenzhen and Macau will remain open. Radio France Internationale · May 27
8 Ways Utility Companies Are Quietly Charging Homeowners More in 2026 Utility bills used to feel predictable. A homeowner could crank the air conditioning during a July heat wave or blast the furnace through a January cold snap and still expect a manageable monthly payment. That sense of stability disappeared fast in 2026, and plenty of households now stare at utility… Everybody Loves Your Money · May 27
Why Did Shiva Choose Cremation Grounds Over Palaces as a Way of Life? In Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva is not the king seated on a glittering throne. He is the ascetic who meditates in the Himalayas, wears animal skin, and roams among funeral pyres. To many, this image feels frightening. Yet for millions of devotees, it is deeply comforting. The cremation ground, or… MyLifeXP · May 27
Pregnant Women Are Almost Never Runway Models—Except at Chanel The luxury label has now cast expecting moms in back-to-back shows. Which brands will finally join them next? Marie Claire · May 27
Gucci becomes title partner of Alpine F1 team for 2027 Luxury brand Gucci takes over title sponsorship of Alpine F1 team from BWT Autosport · May 27
Kylie Jenner's Chanel Courtside Look Sparks New Luxury Bag Trends During Knicks Playoff Run Celebrity style meets NBA culture as Kylie Jenner's Chanel handbag steals attention during the Knicks Eastern Conference Finals. Fashion Times · May 27
Selena Gomez Turns Studded Alaïa Flats Into the Latest Celebrity Style Must Have Selena Gomez brings edgy elegance to celebrity style with studded Alaïa flats replacing minimalist mesh shoes. Fashion Times · May 27
NOBU ANNOUNCES RESTAURANT AND RESIDENCES IN BELLEVUE, WASHINGTON NEW YORK, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nobu, the globally recognized luxury lifestyle brand, is pleased to announce its arrival in Bellevue, Washington through the rebranding of two luxury residential towers as Nobu Bellevue Residences. Owned by Silverstein Properties, the project marks the first completed and move-in ready Nobu-branded residential… AAP · May 27
2027 Lexus ES Review: Which Is Better, The Hybrid Or The EV? The new Lexus ES is available only as a hybrid or full-on EV. I drove both to find out which one is better. InsideEVs · May 27
Luxury brand Aman is opening its first hotel in Mexico this August Amanvari in Baja Sur California offers a coastal escape with three miles of swimmable shoreline. Euronews · May 27
Measures like tax relief, import curbs can shield India from West Asia crisis: Report India must adopt tax moderation and targeted import curbs to boost exports and shield against the West Asia crisis. A report suggests restricting non-essential imports to protect domestic industries and foreign exchange. This strategy aims for macroeconomic fortification, moving beyond subsidies. Reducing non-essential imports is crucial for national security and… The Economic Times · May 27
Former graft-busters get jail terms in Prawit watch case Two former officials of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) have been sentenced to three years’ imprisonment for failing to disclose information related to the high-profile luxury watch case involving former deputy prime minister Prawit Wongsuwon. Bangkok Post · May 27
French luxury retailer Galeries Lafayette shuts Beijing store 13 years after opening The French group has made it clear that it is not leaving the Chinese capital for good, as it now plans to focus on brands and products better aligned with the new expectations of Chinese consumers. Euronews · May 27
Euronews · May 27 This beach in Portugal’s Algarve was just named the best in Europe Monte Clérigo on the Costa Vicentina in Portugal’s south western tip was praised by European Best Destinations for its understated luxury and nature offering.
The Economic Times · May 27 The City of Gold starts coming back to life after its darkest hour Dubai's economic landscape is tested after regional conflict. Aviation, hotels, and real estate see impacts. Luxury retail also faces pressure. The city's recovery hinges on geopolitical stability and traveler confidence. Dubai's long-term fundamentals remain strong, but cautious resilience guides its path forward.
The Economic Times · May 27 China luxury market trends: Why consumers are shifting to frugal and online shopping When Beijinger Jacqueline Li first heard one of her favourite luxury department stores in the city was closing, she was shocked -- until she considered how Chinese spending habits have changed in recent years. "I think people's spending habits after the pandemic may be more cost-effective and practical,"on a pilgrimage…
The Economic Times · May 27 Yogi Adityanath warns against ‘new model of theft’: Man arrives in Rs 2.5 crore luxury car allegedly steals Rs 45 flowerpot Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday spoke about an unusual theft case, claiming CCTV cameras captured a person arriving in a luxury car worth around Rs 2.5 crore to allegedly steal a flowerpot worth just Rs 45. Calling it a “new model of theft,” he said the government…
The Independent UK · May 27 I sailed under Tower Bridge on a luxury cruise ship Cruise editor Marc Shoffman was one of the first guests to sail with Windstar in London
The Independent UK · May 27 MPs salaries have resulted in ‘soft and hidden corruption’ Peter Murrell, the former SNP chief executive, has admitted to embezzling more than £400,000 from his party, with the money spent on luxury goods, cars and even a motorhome.
MyLifeXP · May 27 Why Naga Sadhus Never Leave This Mysterious Vessel At the crowded ghats of Prayagraj, where smoke rises from sacred fires and chants echo through the air, one object quietly captures everyone’s attention. Hanging beside the ash-covered Naga Sadhus is a strange dry vessel that looks simple from the outside but carries enormous spiritual meaning within. Most people walk…
France 24 · May 27 French luxury store Galeries Lafayette shuts Beijing flagship branch after 13 years French luxury retailer Galeries Lafayette closed its flagship Beijing store on Wednesday after 13 years, underscoring weak consumer spending and changing shopping habits in China. Shoppers snapped up final bargains as staff cleared unsold goods and dismantled displays at the six-floor department store before its indefinite closure.
Bangkok Post · May 27 Ferrari unveils 'Luce', its first fully electric car, in a tough market ROME - Italian luxury carmaker Ferrari has unveiled its first fully electric model, the Luce, belatedly joining rivals like Porsche and Lamborghini to offer clean-energy driving thrills.
Bangkok Post · May 27 Richard Mille taps into Thai luxury watch boom Despite being classified as a developing and middle-income nation, Thailand boasts a thriving luxury watch market fuelled by an expanding base of wealthy individuals and a growing culture of horological investment.
AAP · May 26 NSW:Finance workers charged over luxury 'ghost cars' scheme A former banker and financial broker have been charged over their alleged roles in a multimillion-dollar fraud and money laundering syndicate.