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The Books That Motivated Me This Summer - available to purchase on Amazon.
Five books motivated personal transformation this summer, from Mel Robbins' The Let Them Theory to Lekan Alli-Balogun's mindset guide on turning trauma into growth.
Love Island was built on making unknowns famous. The numbers suggest viewers still want it that way
Love Island contestants who entered with under 1,000 followers now boast millions, generating more commercial value than established influencers like Joey Essex.
Summer, Bottled — Five women's fragrances made for sunshine
Five women's fragrances for summer 2025, from Gucci Flora Gorgeous Orchid Intense to Ellis Brooklyn Isla Sirena. Build a fragrance wardrobe for every mood.
The city break is getting a little more mysterious
Mystery Guides turns British cities into self-guided detective games, combining walking tours with puzzle-solving that makes visitors look closer at overlooked details.
Belvedere Mykonos Reimagines Breakfast Through Greek Art and Tradition
Belvedere Hotel Mykonos transforms breakfast into a cultural experience with artisanal bakery and sourdough sculpture by Nikos Chandolias.
Crafting is becoming the entertainment industry's next big sequel
Licensed craft products are now one of the fastest-growing corners of family entertainment. Craft Buddy launches Minions & Monsters Crystal Art® Buddies at £4.99.
Britons remain divided over whether policing is applied equally
Britons remain divided over whether policing is applied equally, with 60% believing black people are treated differently by police, new YouGov polling reveals.
Happy Gut, Happy Pup
70% of a dog's immune system is linked to digestive health, making gut health vital for canine wellbeing and behaviour, new supplements show.
The Pawfect Stay at The Gore, Kensington
The Gore Hotel in Kensington offers dog beds, treats, and a dedicated canine menu alongside luxury suites next to Hyde Park for pet-friendly London stays.
K-beauty is no longer a niche trend. Brands like Dr.Melaxin show it has entered the mainstream
Dr.Melaxin sold over 700,000 products and generated £19m in sales since launching on TikTok Shop UK in November 2025, now stocked in 196 Boots stores.
The return of craftsmanship is reshaping how we think about the home
Sukun bedding blends Pakistani textile heritage with British design as consumers reject fast homeware for crafted, lasting pieces with provenance.
The Pirelli Calendar is looking beyond fashion to tell a deeper story about India
Pirelli Calendar 2027 turns to India with photographers Sølve Sundsbø and Avani Rai, featuring Freida Pinto, Rupi Kaur and Anoushka Shankar in Rajasthan and Delhi.
As London's independent music venues disappear, one Chelsea club is celebrating half a century
The 606 Club marks 50 years this October as Chelsea's jazz institution survives where dozens of London independent music venues have closed.
Why supernatural horror is returning to stories of faith rather than jump scares
Holy Father places exorcist Eric Roberts at the centre of a criminal investigation where conventional policing fails. The supernatural crime thriller leads a resurgence in faith-based horror.
Why family ski holidays are becoming about more than skiing
Powder Byrne unveils 2026/27 ski programme with childcare from four months, private nannies and age-specific ski schools across Swiss and Austrian resorts.
Spider-Man's enduring appeal is proving just as powerful beyond the cinema
Spider-Man merchandise evolves beyond toys as EXG Pro launches Cable Guys collection featuring Miles Morales, Symbiote and classic designs for gaming setups.
Why retailers are planning for Spring 2027 before Christmas 2026 has even arrived
Four in ten Britons believe nationalising water and electricity companies would cut household bills, new YouGov polling shows, as Andy Burnham calls public ownership an option.
The Cotswolds estate proving the family holiday no longer means choosing between luxury and adventure
Farncombe Estate launches Summer Adventures programme across 500 Cotswolds acres, combining luxury accommodation with falconry, archery and quad biking.
Why Britain's Christmas shoppers are already preparing for December
Christmas shopping now starts in July as UK households spread costs across months. Rising bills and handmade gift trends push festive prep earlier than ever.
Cape Verde’s Billion-Euro Investment: How Rob Jarrett’s Resort Group Built a Luxury Empire
Rob Jarrett's Resort Group controls 67% of Cape Verde's luxury hotel market after a €1.1bn investment, but UK regulators probe SIPP pension mis-selling claims.
Children can focus for just 21 minutes as parents fear a concentration crisis
Children can focus for just 21 minutes before becoming distracted, new research reveals. Four in five UK parents say their child struggles to concentrate for more than 30 minutes.
Forget the beach holiday. Families are taking their children on safari instead
Voters think nationalisation would cut bills. Economists are far less certain
The luxury travellers helping to bring a shark back from the brink
Luxury guests will pay £500,000 to help reintroduce critically endangered leopard sharks in Indonesia's Raja Ampat, funding satellite tagging and conservation.
The award winning pavilion that was built by the community it serves
Peel Park Pavilion wins two Manchester architecture awards after 100+ volunteers helped build the Little Hulton facility using modular WikiHouse system.
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Football Fever Sends Cape Verde Soaring as Uruguay Shock Sparks Youth Travel Boom to Sal’s Lagoon Resort
Cape Verde's 2-2 World Cup draw with Uruguay drives record tourism to Sal, with 1.25m visitors in 2025 and 18-35s flocking to Lagoon Resort beaches.
Britain's appetite for marathons shows no sign of slowing
Baxters Loch Ness Marathon 2026 sells out in record time, three months earlier than any previous year. Britain's running boom continues to defy expectations.
Can the buffet be saved? A London restaurant thinks so
Thai Square Putney unveils unlimited table-service dining that replaces buffet counters with cooked-to-order dishes. Can freshness fix the buffet's image problem?
Formula One is no longer just a sport. It has become a battle for consumers
CELSIUS energy drink launches its largest UK activation around the British Grand Prix, spanning Regent's Park to Silverstone in a nationwide campaign.
Hidden failures in allergen safety remain a challenge for Britain's hospitality industry
765 allergen safety failures found in UK hospitality since January 2023, with incomplete information and cross-contamination risks still common.
Can technology finally stop Britain's houseplants from dying?
Plant With Willow uses soil sensors and AI to monitor moisture, light and temperature, sending alerts when houseplants need water or repositioning.
K Music Festival returns to London with a reminder that Korea is more than K pop
K Music Festival returns to London this autumn with folk, jazz, hip hop and traditional gugak across Southbank Centre, Royal Albert Hall and Ronnie Scott's.
Hilary Gardner is reviving a forgotten chapter of American music
Hilary Gardner unearths forgotten 1930s cowboy songs for UK tour next month. The New York jazz vocalist excavates America's overlooked songbook with restraint.
Influencer marketing's spreadsheet addiction is costing brands hundreds of thousands, study finds
Brands could save £734,000 over three years by ditching spreadsheets for centralised influencer marketing systems, Forrester study finds.
Luxury hotels bet on childcare as parents demand more than kids' clubs
Luxury hotels now compete on childcare quality as new membership programme gives families access to 70+ resorts with vetted standards and transparent care.
Football's new threat is not the opposition — it's the internet connection
Hyperoptic research shows buffering and delayed streams now frustrate 3 in 10 football viewers as streaming replaces broadcast TV this tournament.
The Xenomorph moves from the silver screen to the gaming desk
EXG Pro launches officially licensed Xenomorph Controller Holder and Phone Stand, bringing the Alien icon to gaming desks nearly 50 years after the film debuted.
Sonic's enduring appeal powers Craft Buddy's move into gaming
Craft Buddy secures SEGA licensing deal to launch Sonic the Hedgehog craft products in 2025, marking the British company's first major gaming partnership.
Darts' remarkable rise enters a new phase
Harrows Darts permanently cuts prices on flagship boards as manufacturers move to sustain darts' boom by keeping equipment affordable for new players.
Trust is becoming a commercial asset, yet many brands remain unprepared
55% of consumers aged 18–34 have stopped buying from brands whose values conflict with their own, yet under 5% of marketers see trust as a challenge.
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Why Buzz Lightyear is finding a new audience far beyond the toy box
Buzz Lightyear merchandise is now driven by adults, not children, as the 'kidult' market reshapes Disney's collectibles strategy ahead of Toy Story 5.
The Future of Luxury May Depend on Human Connection
HIYÄM Wellness Living founders argue modern luxury now centres on privacy, intentionality and human connection over performance and excess.
The gadgets, games and technology gifts fathers will actually use this Fathers Day
Father's Day tech gifts include Call of Duty controller stands, Star Wars crystal art kits and wireless charging stations that solve real problems.
From fine fragrance to smart technology: the Father's Day gifts that stand out
Father's Day gifts for 2026: Penhaligon's Quercus fragrance, HexClad cookware, Tommy Hilfiger leather wallets and premium hampers that solve the perennial gifting problem.
Harry Potter proves the magic of collectibles is far from over
Craft Buddy launches Harry Potter crystal-covered collectibles this week, combining crafting with blind-bag mystery pins as the franchise proves its commercial power endures.
Inside HIYÄM Wellness Living Where Philosophy Becomes Experience
HIYÄM Wellness Living founders Hiyäm Jabak and Frédéric Charland explain how they built a lifestyle philosophy centred on presence, not profit.
Hello Kitty proves staying power still matters in the age of TikTok trends
Hello Kitty overtakes TikTok sensation NeeDoh to reach number one in collectibles, proving established brands still outperform viral toy trends in sustained sales.
Two thirds of Britons prioritise lower energy bills over removing fossil fuels, YouGov finds
YouGov poll finds 65% of Britons prioritise lower energy bills over removing fossil fuels from electricity supply, just 24% back net zero first.
The Success Trap Nobody Talks About. Dr Aditi Bhalla on burnout, performance and the nervous system beneath modern ambition
Dr Aditi Bhalla reveals how high achievers burn out while appearing successful, and why hypervigilance often masquerades as dedication in professional life.
How Britain Allowed a Million Young People to Fall Out of Working Life
Britain's NEET crisis could hit 1.25 million young people within five years, warns Alan Milburn review. Six in ten economically inactive youth have never worked.
Frédéric Charland on Redefining Luxury, Human Connection, and the Future of Transformational Living
Frédéric Charland says luxury is shifting from what's seen to what's felt. The HIYÄM co-founder explains why intimacy, not scale, defines modern aspiration.
Hiyäm Jabak on Presence, Discipline, and the Luxury of Slowing Down
Hiyäm Jabak, founder of HIYÄM Wellness Living, explains why true transformation begins when distraction falls away and discipline becomes devotion.
Jade Sammour on Reinvention, Memory and the Things We Choose to Hold Onto
Jade Sammour, founder of Dainty London, on leaving her NHS role as a Children's Heart Transplant Nurse to build a sustainable jewellery brand rooted in care.
Britain’s Tea Snobs No Longer Trust Anyone Else To Make A Brew
42% of Britons now refuse tea made by others over brewing standards, with friends less trusted than strangers, new International Tea Day survey reveals.
Beats and Bands takes over Fulham FC as fitness culture becomes London’s newest live entertainment movement
Beats and Bands is taking over Fulham FC’s Craven Cottage this June as the fast rising fitness movement continues its transformation from lockdown workout sessions into one of London’s most energetic live wellness experiences. Blending DJs, live bands and high intensity training, the event reflects the growing crossover between fitness, music and entertainment culture.
The Sunday Times Rich List Reflects a Changing Era for Wealth Creation
The 2026 Sunday Times Rich List paints a more restrained picture of British wealth creation — slower headline growth, a shrinking billionaire club, and a quiet relocation of capital to Dubai, Monaco and Switzerland.
Toile Blanche Is Reimagining the Riviera Hotel as a Living Contemporary Art Space
Discover Toile Blanche, where the Riviera hotel transforms into a living art space. Toile Blanche redefines luxury with immersive creativity.