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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

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 Economic Times

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

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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.

The Independent UK

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…

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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.

France 24

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.

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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.

Bangkok Post

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.

AAP

Ex-banker and broker accused of $43m 'ghost car' fraud

A former banker and his financial broker wife have been charged over their alleged roles in a nearly $45 million fraud and money laundering operation.

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Gwyneth Paltrow’s Seamless Marble-Drenched Bathroom Proves the ‘One-Stone’ Look Is the Ultimate Luxury

By wrapping her entire space in the exact same veining, Gwyneth introduces a dramatic, cohesive wave of monochromatic design

Homes & Gardens

Lucy Punch and Stephen Graham among stars in sports fuelled Burberry campaign

Jason Sudeikis, Romeo Beckham and Rosie Huntingdon-Whiteley also featured in the Autumn campaign for the luxury fashion house.

Evening Standard

The stealth London luxury hotel you might have missed

Cocooning corridors and expertly crafted Japanese food await at Aethos in Shoreditch

Evening Standard

Creating a Wardrobe That Balances Style and Comfort

Modern wardrobes are no longer built around rigid dress codes or fast-changing trends, as more women are prioritising clothing that delivers both sophistication and everyday comfort without compromise. Instead of separating fashion into categories for work, fitness, or leisure, contemporary style is increasingly centred around versatile pieces that move effortlessly…

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How Savvy Are You at Saving on Luxury Travel? Take Our Short Quiz

Before you book your next getaway, test your travel savings strategy. Take our short quiz to uncover the best ways to protect your wallet on vacation.

International Business Times UK

Ferrari Luce Release and Delivery Timeline, Specs, Features, Pricing and Everything We Know So Far

Ferrari has launched its first fully electric car, the Luce, in Rome. The grand tourer combines high performance with luxury, marking Ferrari's strategic entry into the electric vehicle market.

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Why Certain Bollywood Characters Understand Us Better

There are some characters people don’t just watch. They carry them. Years later, a random dialogue, a song playing in the background, or even a certain expression on someone’s face can suddenly bring them back. Not because the film was perfect. But because the feeling was. Bollywood has always been…

The Economic Times

Can money buy happiness? Bill Gates, once the world's richest man, reveals the real reason that made him happier

Bill Gates revealed that financial security, not extreme wealth, significantly boosts happiness by eliminating worries about healthcare and education. This resonated globally, highlighting how escaping financial insecurity offers peace of mind, a sentiment supported by research indicating emotional wellbeing improves with income until basic stability is achieved. The focus shifts…

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Ferrari unveils first electric car as luxury rivals hit the brakes on EVs

Ferrari has rolled out its first fully electric car, the"Luce (Italian for "Light"), marking a high-stakes shift by Italy's best-known luxury sports car maker even as competitors including Porsche and Lamborghini scale back ‌their EV ambitions, citing weak demand.

The Times of India

Inside Satish Sanpal’s luxury empire: How a Jabalpur entrepreneur went from a failed grocery shop to Rolls-Royces, Bugattis and Dubai’s Burj Khalifa lifestyle

Dubai has long attracted a particular kind of entrepreneur, luxury, people willing to gamble on a fast-moving city still building its identity in real time. Over the past two decades, the emirate’s skyline has become crowded with developers, financiers, and hospitality figures who arrived with modest beginnings and left fingerprints…

Euronews

You can now buy Marriott’s luxury hotel look for your home – but some pieces cost more than €6,500

From sculptural lighting and designer rugs to wellness-inspired bedroom furniture, Marriott Bonvoy has launched a new online interiors shop allowing travellers to recreate the look and feel of its luxury hotels at home.

International Business Times UK

Ferrari Luce Price, Reveal Date, Designer: 10 Photos of the Italian Motor Brand's First EV Sports Car

Ferrari unveils the Luce, its first fully electric sports car, featuring a four-motor drivetrain and advanced aerodynamics, marking a major milestone in luxury EVs.

International Business Times UK

Peter Murrell Trial Reveals Coffee Machines, Robot Mowers and Other Luxury Items Bought With Stolen SNP Funds

Peter Murrell, former SNP chief, misappropriated £400,310 from political donations for personal luxury purchases, including cars, watches, and tech gadgets, shocking supporters and sparking public outrage.

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The Shift Toward Sustainable and Lab-Grown Diamond Jewellery

For decades, mined diamonds symbolised prestige and permanence. Yet today’s buyers are questioning the environmental and sustainable costs tied to traditional mining.

International Business Times

The Emotional Architecture of Outdoor Living with Innovative Landscape Designer Dan Houchard

Luxury landscape design often receives attention through the lens of aesthetics alone, yet Houchard views the discipline through a far more human perspective.

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