Valentino Turns a Historic Paris Library Into a Runway of Bold Corsets and Gold Jewellery
Valentino transformed one of Paris’ most historic libraries into a dramatic stage for its latest collection, bringing colourful corsets, lace, oversized jewellery and theatrical silhouettes […]
Europe’s EV Revolution Accelerates as Affordable Cars Drive Record Sales
Europe’s electric vehicle market is gathering speed, with sales reaching record levels this year as a growing range of more affordable models helps push electric […]
China’s Ancient Liyang City Draws Holiday Travellers With Canal Heritage and Folk Culture
An ancient Chinese city is attracting holiday travellers with a blend of historic waterways, traditional crafts and modern cultural performances as China’s National Day holiday […]
UAE Property Boom Enters a New Era as Ras Al Khaimah Prices Surge and Supply Swells
The UAE’s property boom is spreading beyond Dubai, but Ras Al Khaimah is now facing a defining test: how long can soaring demand keep pace […]
Japan Raises Permanent Residency Fee 20-Fold as Foreigners Face Tougher Rules
Japan has sharply tightened the rules for foreigners seeking permanent residency, raising the application fee 20-fold and introducing tougher financial, pension and language requirements as […]
World Animal Day: The Silent Lives That Make Our World Whole
They cannot speak our language, write their stories or ask us for help yet animals have been beside humanity through some of its oldest chapters. […]
Brazil at a Crossroads: Lula and Bolsonaro Ally Face High-Stakes Battle for Power
Brazilian voters head to the polls on Sunday in a closely watched presidential election pitting incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva against Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, […]
A Penguin Hidden for a Century: New Species Emerges From the Remote Kerguelen Islands
For more than a century, the world’s penguin family appeared to have no new member to reveal. Now, scientists have uncovered a species that has […]
Spain’s Housing Crisis Deepens as Parliament Rejects Government Plan to Protect Renters
Spain’s housing crisis has deepened after parliament rejected emergency measures proposed by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s government to protect vulnerable tenants, regulate parts of the […]
US and Australia Shut Diplomatic Operations in Brazil Ahead of Tense Presidential Election
The United States and Australia have suspended diplomatic operations in Brazil just days before the country’s presidential election, citing security concerns and adding another layer […]
