I drove a Rolls-Royce Spectre through a super storm December 9, 2024 It’s chucking it down in the airport pick-up zone, the soundtrack a cacophony of announcements, slamming doors, rat-a-tatting wheelie-suitcases, flapping umbrellas and the dull drone of aircraft taking off and landing. The waiting Rolls-Royce’s door closes behind me, and, cosseted inside a shell of black and Tango-orange, things are dramatically different. Rolls-Royce enjoyed record sales [...]
What watch did Elvis wear? Jay-Z? Jimi Hendrix? Find out here December 9, 2024 Back in 2014, former AC/DC manager Michael Browning published a book called Dog Eat Dog, detailing the five years he spent from 1974 taking the band from raw, young outsiders to stadium fillers. In those early days, he had two pieces of advice – don’t wear a watch and never take public transport. In an interview [...]
Reeves promises ‘deeper, more mature’ economic relationship with EU December 9, 2024 Rachel Reeves has pledged to build a “deeper, more mature relationship” with European trading partners in the first speech by a UK chancellor to eurozone finance ministers since 2020. Speaking to the Eurogroup in Brussels on Monday, Reeves also brushed off the suggestion that Britain must choose between closer ties with the US and EU [...]
Japan is taking on the Swiss with a little help from Studio Ghibli December 9, 2024 Next year the sell-out stage adaptation of Hayao Mizyaki’s tale of two girls, a catbus and a forest spirit, My Neighbour Totoro, will transfer to the West End. This year Spirited Away, another Studio Ghibli classic about a girl, a bathhouse for gods, and a boy who turns into a dragon, was staged at the [...]
All the latest watch news, from Tudor to Vacheron Constantin December 9, 2024 Tudor x Red Bull F1 While Rolex bows out of Formula One, vacating its seat for TAG Heuer as F1’s overall timekeeper, the sister brand to ‘The Crown’ of Geneva continues to ride shotgun with Red Bull. And appropriately enough for Tudor watches, it’s with Red Bull’s own sister team, ‘Visa Cash App RB Formula [...]
Top Look Fantastic cosmetics, from Mac lip kit to the newest Nars December 9, 2024 If you’re looking to up your cosmetics game, we have a round-up of some of the best new products on the market, from Everyday Essentials by Real Techniques to a fabulous lip kit from Mac and a sumptuous foundation by Armani. All available from Look Fantastic. Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer 8g If you’re searching for [...]
Coggles Womenswear deals: From Barbour jackets to Vivienne Westwood bags December 9, 2024 When you’re looking to refresh your wardrobe, the right pieces can make all the difference. Coggles offers a curated selection of womenswear that combines elegance with practicality. Imagine slipping into a classic Barbour Beadnell Waxed Cotton Jacket for a timeless look or carrying the Vivienne Westwood Heather Shoulder Bag to add a pop of colour [...]
Top women’s watches 2024, from Tissot to Chopard December 9, 2024 If you’re looking for the best women’s watches to treat yourself this Christmas or to gift to a loved one, check out this list, featuring top timepieces from the likes of Chopard, Tissot, Bremont, Audemars Piguet and more. Tissot Prx Quartz 25mm Evolving the legacy of the original ‘PRX’ – a sporty ‘integrated’ bracelet watch [...]
Best men’s watches 2024: Should you buy a Rolex for Christmas? December 9, 2024 Which men’s watch best suits your style? Choosing the perfect men’s watch can be challenging with so many options available. Whether you prefer the timeless elegance or Rolex, modern minimalism, or rugged durability, there’s a timepiece for every occasion and personal style. Explore our curated collection to find your perfect match. Are automatic watches worth [...]
OakNorth boss says ‘wealth creators’ leaving UK over tax hikes December 9, 2024 The co-founder and chief executive of challenger bank OakNorth has warned that “wealth creators” are fleeing the UK over tax hikes as he accused the new government of falling short on entrepreneurship. Rishi Khosla, whose start-up bank has lent more than £10bn to businesses since launching in 2015, told City AM that “even when you [...]