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Adding to the virtual flood of ‘Things to do and what to buy whilst quarantined’ is this extensive list of in-home libraries, ideal for every avid learner and self-declared bookworm. Why settle on the periodic availability of public libraries and bookstores, when you can have one in the comfort of your own mansion. Offering much

Renowned artist, Magnus Gjoen, has invited the nation to create their own masterpieces using beautifully printed versions of some of his most celebrated works of art. The ultimate antidote to boredom, the Art Therapy colouring-in set (£45) includes six 21 by 21cm designs, printed on the highest quality 250gsm archival paper. Each of the three

In the first week of March, Reuters used location data gathered from smartphones to show a powerful correlation between income and social distancing. The data gathered across millions of American smartphones by Idaho-based Kochava Collective, a company that helps businesses evaluate the effectiveness of online ads, and analysed by MIT elections lab, showed that wealth

Some people in this world’s goal is to make positive a difference. One of these is the “Peace Pilot” Robert DeLaurentis. He was on a pole-to-pole aviation-based adventure to promote peace before the global pandemic impacted and forced him to quarantine in Spain. Robert DeLaurentis is a former Naval officer turned pilot who’s on a

Sanlorenzo Asia has completed the construction of its flagship office, which overlooks ONE˚15 Marina, Sentosa Cove in Singapore and is scheduled to begin operations in May. The office was designed by Piero Lissoni of Lissoni Associati and is connected to the new Singapore office of Simpson Marine, Sanlorenzo’s partner in Asia. Sanlorenzo Art Director Piero

Simon Wittenberg takes a look at The Glenlivet’s new limited trio of single malt Scotch whiskies that leaves people guessing… The Glenlivet, the Speyside distillery in Scotland, is known for challenging the status quo, as well as its quest to open up the world of whisky to a whole new generation of drinkers. During the

With the potential of moving back to Tribeca, New York, Justin Timberlake and his wife Jessica Biel spare no dollar in investing in the best houses. Settling a $28 million down payment for a brand new four-bedroom penthouse, the couple will soon share the building with the likes of Jennifer Lawrence, Blake Lively, and Ryan

77% of UK residents surveyed say they are placing their hope to resolve the current crisis in doctors and other healthcare professionals. But fewer than half trust their fellow citizens to help by sticking to social distancing rules and regulations. UK residents trust doctors and healthcare professionals above all to lead the country out of

There are few, if any, watch brands that made their marks via TV advertising but that is exactly what Rado did in the 1980s. To my young eyes, none of it registered except the images of the watches themselves. I had never seen anything like the shimmering black square timepieces; even at that time, the

The North East island-based micro-distillery The Holy Island Gin Company has put together a special lockdown gin bundle which will be delivered from the Island of Lindisfarne directly to your front door. Sitting one mile off the North East Coast of England, located mid-way between Newcastle and Edinburgh, lies the historic and beautiful Island of

PHUKET, THAILAND Phuket has extended all lockdown orders by four days until April 30 while reiterating that the health regulations to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 also apply to boats. All boats except commercial fishing boats, traditional fishing boats, rescue boats, nursing vessels and government vessels are prohibited from the harbour and coast within

Let’s face it, nowadays, many of us have more time on our hands than we ever expected. If you are looking for fact-filled, palate-pleasing ways to make the most of it, why not try your hand at a virtual spirit tasting session? For those not familiar with what a virtual spirit tasting session is, it’s

Situated in the heart of Germany’s first city, Berlin-Mitte has been home to the classy Belle Époque building since its construction in 1900. A mere stone’s throw away from the “Oranienburger Strasse” rapid transit station, the area is revered for its array of cultural venues, culinary diversity and edifices, such as, museums, theatres, academies, churches

With the country in a current lockdown, London Shooting Club considers the state of the nation’s shooting industry and what the sport is going to look like post-COVID 19. People can still remember the hardship of the last economic downturn in 2008. Today, in the midst of the COVID 19 lockdown, we are once again

On March 17, when the French president Emmanuel Macron ordered 67 million of his fellow citizens to stay home, allowing only essential activities like exercise, and trips to get food, medicine, or seek medical care. Since then France has been under a nationwide lockdown to prevent the spread of coronavirus, but it hasn’t stopped ultra

Hartley Botanic’s new Opus Grand Botanic Glasshouse, pictured in the colour ‘Cotswold.’ Dimensions of model shown: width: 11′ 8 3/4″ (3576mm), length: 19′ 8 1/8″ (5998mm) and height: 11′ 11 3/4″ (3650mm). Hartley Botanic launches a new stately Glasshouse called the Opus Grand Botanic as part of its Modern Horticulture range. The Opus Grand Botanic,

Sanlorenzo, represented in Asia by Simpson Marine, plans to stage the world premiere of its new 62Steel at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, which is scheduled for September 23-26. The Sanlorenzo 62Steel has a length of 61.5m, an 11.9m beam and a volume of 1,200GT The Italian builder has announced two sales of the 61.5m

The Royal Opera House has opened the doors to a new virtual classroom by launching a brand-new programme of free home-learning opportunities for children and young people to encourage their creativity. Championed by former Royal Ballet Principal Darcey Bussell, this unique series of home learning activities has an exciting range of content for every age

Located in the heart of central Mitte, Germany’s Bebelplatz public square by the State Opera House, the stylish high-end Hotel de Rome honors the life of creative director, fashion designer, artist, photographer, and caricaturist, Karl Lagerfeld with an exhibition of 20 intimate portraits by Daniel Biskup. Unveiling the series the handpicked portraits throughout the hotel’s

Sabi Phagura catches up with mental health sufferer, campaigner, and author Mark Simmonds (Mental Health Mark – as seen on ITV’s This Morning) to share some of his tips to get through this uncertain time. Infectious disease outbreaks like the current Coronavirus (COVID-19) can be incredibly frightening. And while we need to stay informed, we

Tudor Black Bay Chrono S&G. Photography by LongFei The chronograph is one of two important complications for all watch brands, cutting across price points and segments. The other one is the dual time or GMT function, but that is a story for another issue. When it comes to the chronograph, there are quite a number

LondonHouse Chicago is one of the participating hotels. The Buy Now, Stay Later initiative gives travel enthusiasts around the world the opportunity to support their favourite hotels and resorts by purchasing hotel bonds. As the hospitality industry faces unprecedented challenges, a group of hospitality professionals have teamed up to spearhead an international initiative called Buy

Tested by the highly respected American magazine Road & Track in 1955, the MERCEDES-BENZ 300 SL ROADSTER initially launched in 1954, is not only powered by a 2,996cc, overhead-camshaft, inline six canted at 45 degrees to achieve a lower, more aerodynamic bonnet line, but has proven to accelerate 0-60mph in 7.4 seconds, at an astounding

With another three weeks of lockdown announced we’re relying on domestic technology to help see us through. To help you to occupy the time, here are 5 top tips to help you make a film using your smartphone. Did you know that several successful full-length films have been shot using mobile phones? And that some

A complete body workout from the renowned German cycling manufacturer, Canyon. With gyms closed for the time being due to the Coronavirus, lots of us are turning to cycling as a way to stay in shape. There are tonnes of benefits to regular bike workouts. From improving your cardiovascular fitness, to toning your lower body

Filling the gaps in a smartphone-dominated market, are a group of photography professionals and enthusiasts known as, Pictar. With over 20 years of expert experience in the business, Pictar is revered for their innovative designs and essential range of products which include camera grips, bags, straps, and other studio equipment. Without upselling extravagant and inconvenient

Flour mills are working around the clock to meet demand as 100’s thousands of people up and down the country are turning their hands to home baking. The only hurdle has been getting your hands on the essential ingredients. Could Tobia Teff Flour be the answer? Flour sales are up by 92% compared to the

Monaco-headquartered Dynamiq has revealed details of its GTM 90, a 30-knot, all-aluminium motor yacht designed for regions including Asia, the Middle East and northern Europe. The first Dynamiq GTM 90 has been designed with Klassen, car supplier to the elite Due to be presented at this year’s now-cancelled Geneva Motor Show, the first unit of

In response to customer demand and a surge in frozen meals and gift vouchers sales, Mindful Chef, the UK’s favourite healthy recipe box service (source: Trustpilot), is launching the UK’s first next day delivery service, selling its new Mindful Chef Care Box. Having listened to its customers, Mindful Chef recognises that many are concerned for

According to Forbes, Ronaldo had an income of $109 million in 2019, making him the world’s 2nd highest paid athlete in the world Launched 2019, the Bugatti La Voiture Noire, meaning “The Black Car” and costing $12 million, was unveiled as the world’s most expensive car at the Geneva Motor Show. Cristiano Ronaldo, the famed