The Eckes-Granini Group supports the benevolent engagement of Europe’s most ambitious charity cycling project. Nieder-Olm, 30 September 2019. Since 2002, when employees of Rynkeby Foods A/S decided to ride their bicycles to Paris for a good cause, the Team Rynkeby project has become Europe’s biggest charity cycling event. More than 2,000 cyclists from 7 countries
Newbury, 1st October 2019 – Not-for-profit, charity-owned charitable giving platform, The Good Exchange has today announced that it will be transforming the way that money is given to good causes using its platform by making the service completely free for every organisational funder and individual donor from today. During the three years that The Good
November 12, 2019 – Every day, people endeavor to do their part for the environment – they carry reusable bags to the grocery store, recycle plastic bottles and cans, circulate news stories of the poor whale who died after swallowing 88 pounds of plastic, join protests for climate change, donate monthly to their favorite causes,
Donr’s text giving platform helps raise money for Pudsey Newcastle, 14th November, 2019: This year’s Children in Need has seen text giving become a vital fundraising tool. A number of large corporates, that raise money through a combination of staff initiatives and customer donations have embraced Donr’s text giving platform for this year’s fundraising efforts.
Having just celebrated its 100th anniversary, Citizen has certainly not wasted time basking in the glory of a century of breakthroughs, triumphs and successes. Instead, its immediate course of action is to move forward with new mandates. Whether emblematic of being Japanese or galvanised by an energising motto, Citizen is truly committed to progress. Its
Building and designing stylish, super-power motorcycles are what Death Machines of London do best. Named after the “Motorcycles are death machines” advice from their youth which fell on deaf ears, the group’s love and admiration for the vehicle’s engineering and aesthetic flourished into the mesmerizing brand it is today, over thirty-something years later. With a
Amidst Beijing, China’s latest Fengtai business district, stands the Leeza Soho – the world’s tallest atrium. Spanning 45-storeys high, the twisting atrium was designed by the late founder of Zaha Hadid Architects, before her death in 2016. As a growing financial and transportation hub between the city center and recently opened international airport to the
The innate human fascination with whales date back thousands of years, to the time where depictions of these majestic oceanic beauties adorned the walls as stone carving. With an innumerable array of mythical tales and even a few religious stories, whales have long captivated our attention with their mysterious manner of being. 300km North of
Sergei Dobroserdov, founder and CEO of Dynamiq What led you to create a superyacht brand with its own shipyard, competing with a lot of experienced shipyards, many of whom you’ve worked with? First of all, I had no idea of competing. My intentions were much more rational. I simply wanted to sell something I believe
Multidisciplinary design studio based in East Los Angeles, California, founded by Nikolos Killian and Tanner Woodbury – Forth and Back work towards achieving groundbreaking revelations and solutions to larger societal issues, both old and new. Focusing on identity, print, packaging, environmental and web design, the duo incorporate both photography and conceptual art direction in all
When we think of Blancpain, the Fifty Fathoms comes to mind immediately, or maybe even the Aqualung (worn by Vladimir Putin). They have always been well known for producing amazing military watches and we are fully aware of their success. However, here is a timepiece that you probably never heard of before… the rare and
This year’s Kata Rocks Super Yacht Rendezvous features an exclusive charity gala evening for the first time, in support of International SeaKeepers Society Asia and Phuket-based Oceans for All. Kata Rocks by Infinite Luxury will again host the Superyacht Rendezvous Held the week after the iconic King’s Cup Regatta (November 30-December 7), the fourth Kata
The historically neglected districts of South London have long been overlooked, up until the emergence of revamped artistic venues such as the Southbank Centre and Tate Modern. Transforming the area’s fortune, South London’s bustling streets finally lie parallel to those of the North bank – thanks to the construction of hotelier Ennismore’s latest project. The
The beautiful Grade II listed building next to the entrance of the iconic Savoy hotel, which houses Simpson’s in the Strand, dates back to 1828. Once home to a chess club and coffee house named ‘Samuel Reiss’s Grand Cigar Divan’ (the name can still be seen today), it’s had its fair share of famous customers
In the next few days, millions of children – and quite a few adults – will open the first window on their advent calendars without a second thought of the mountain of waste to which they’re contributing. One of Britain’s top waste and recycling companies estimates that there are 16.5 million advent calendars containing single-use
Walpole was created to provide all members with the opportunity to amplify their business projects and initiatives and to tell the stories of the people behind their brands. Walpole’s clear mission statement is to promote, protect and develop British luxury. Walpole membership enables Cunard to collaborate and share knowledge and insights that have developed over
River cruising is probably the most relaxing way to travel: you board your boat, and for the duration of the cruise, all you have to think about is food, sightseeing and simply kicking back and relaxing. Heaven. I’ve experienced both ocean and river cruises, and often find river cruising more intimate and more relaxing. So
Dorchester Collection With its tropical gardens, retro-style pool, and old-school Hollywood glamour The Beverly Hills Hotel has been a celebrity hotspot since opening in 1912. Located just off Sunset Boulevard in the heart of Beverly Hills, from Angelenos looking to staycation to travelers seeking a perfect base to indulge in a spot of festive retail therapy on
There’s more to Egypt than the Pyramids of Giza! I spent a month there, traversing deserts and oases, discovering off-the-beaten path towns and temples, and it was one of the greatest experiences of my life. Here are some of my favorite spots, places I didn’t know even existed until I arrived! In these places, you’ll
For admirers of everything bubbly taking Champagne tours in France are never enough. The origination of French sparkling wines has such a great amount to offer that a solitary visit can’t in any way, shape, or form get the job done to cover the majority of its superb sights. The Champagne region The Champagne region is home
(CNN) — It’s a Thanksgiving Day tradition, not only for New York but for a TV-watching nation as well: the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here are six fun historical facts about the parade: 1. It was originally a Christmas parade The original store was about 20 blocks south on Sixth Avenue near 14th Street. Macy’s
In this guest post, Stanford University’s Professor G. Scott Hubbard – former Director of NASA’s Ames Research Center, founding editor-in-chief of the New Space journal, and author of Exploring Mars: Chronicles from a Decade of Discovery – looks at whether the travel industry is heading for the final frontier. Having been active in the US
The reach of Black Friday grows every year. The pre-Christmas spending festival has now infiltrated the world of holidays, meaning tour operators, airlines, hotels et al are getting in on the act and offering up discounts and deals of up to 50 per cent off. Below we have rounded up some of the ones already
The signature folding wingtip of a 777X aircraft is seen during a media tour of the Boeing 777X at the Boeing production facility in Everett, Washington, February 27, 2019. Lindsey Wasson | Reuters The fuselage of a Boeing 777X split open during a stress test in September, according to the Seattle Times, damage that was
While Taiwan’s capital is home to plenty of attractions in its own right (and certainly worth the trip!), visitors to Taipei often miss the incredible gems located in the surrounding area. Taipei’s unique neighborhoods and nearby small towns are the perfect addition to any Taiwanese adventure. 1. Jiufen Looking to visit the town that looks
Nov. 25th, 2019 The Great Barrier Reef is a mandatory destination for the global explorer that ranks along with the Grand Canyon, Machu Pichu, Petra, and the Great Wall of China. As amazing as the Great Barrier Reef may be, the far northeastern reaches of Australia are blessed with more than one natural wonder. The Tropical
There’s more to Thailand than full moon parties and delicious food. We are given the privilege of travel, so why not give something back? By volunteering in Thailand you’ll immerse yourself in the country’s culture and really get to know the wonderful people of Thailand. Whether working with animals is your thing or you’ve always
Anyone planning to roll over all their assets from a traditional individual retirement account to a Roth version might want to pause before making the move. While Roth IRAs grow tax-free and withdrawals generally also are untaxed — and they come with no lifetime required minimum distributions, or RMDs — traditional IRAs have some potential
John Deere & Co. wheel loaders sit outside at Martin Equipment in Rock Island, Illinois. Daniel Acker | Bloomberg | Getty Images Deere on Wednesday reported lower fourth-quarter earnings, hurt by trade tensions as well as poor weather in the U.S. farm belt that have slowed equipment purchases by farmers. For the quarter ended on
Robinhood co-founder and co-CEO Vlad Tenev speaks onstage during the TechCrunch Disrupt New York event on May 10, 2016. Noam Galai | Getty Images for TechCrunch Robinhood is no longer looking to become a federally insured bank. The stock-trading start-up announced Wednesday that it was pulling its bank charter application with the Office of the