47 Ingenious Things Other Countries Have That Make The US Feel Like It's Living In The 1800s

Munich’s Oktoberfest was never on my travel bucket list. But it offered a chance to meet up with good friends from Hong Kong and their adorable toddler, Joshua, who go to the festival every year as a family. So there I was, spending a weekend at Theresienwiese, surrounded by bewildering varieties of beer and their drinkers. The annual Oktoberfest, first held in October 1810 to celebrate a royal wedding, is about more than just beer. There are amusement rides, games, stalls selling things you...

These latest launches offer something for every taste, from reimagined icons and richly textured wardrobe staples to playful collaborations and unexpected home accessories. Whether you are looking for an elegant pair of slingbacks, embellished sneakers, a statement basketball hoop or vibrant glass tableware, there is plenty to discover. Fendi For her first Fendi collection – fall/winter 2026 – chief creative officer Maria Grazia Chiuri revisited one of the label’s signature shoes, the Colibrì...

Ever heard of lipoprotein(a)? Don’t worry if you have not. That is the name of a cardiovascular risk factor that many people are genuinely unaware of. Two experts explain why it makes sense to have this value measured with a blood test at least once, and what to do if the result turns out to be too high. What exactly is lipoprotein(a)? Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is a component of the blood. “It is structured like ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol,” says Anja Vogt, a specialist in internal medicine and deputy...

“My friends are very respectful of my situation… There's no expectation of, like, taking care of something or, you know, just having me be responsible for them.“ View Entire Post ›

Lisa Driscoll didn't show up to court on Thursday for what was supposed to be her long-awaited sentencing hearing. Lucky for her, the judge wasn't there either.

Lead cast: Kim Ji-yeon (aka Bona), Park Seo-ham, Jang Se-hyuk Latest Nielsen rating: 0.5 per cent In the new fantasy romance Dive into You, a mysterious camcorder allows a pair of superstar siblings to travel back in time and swap bodies in a desperate bid to save a loved one. Kim Ji-yeon (Twenty-Five Twenty-One) – also known as Bona from the K-pop girl group WJSN – appears as screen siren Yoon Ha-na, who has reached the top of her field but is experiencing an emotional numbness that affects her...

Popcorn, a movie and some final kisses at the Grove. It was a breakup date I'd never forget. But are we really over?

London Fashion Week drew the clothing crowd from New York to the British capital to see the highly anticipated return of Alexander McQueen and the debut of Christopher Kane at Mulberry. The event, which ran from September 17 to 21, showcased memorable collections from Erdem, Roksanda, Simone Rocha and Pauline Dujancourt. The week was rounded off by Burberry designer Daniel Lee’s collaboration with textile designer Celia Birtwell. London Fashion Week has since also become a platform for the...

The region of Calvià, Mallorca, has been shortlisted as a finalist for the European Capital of Tourism 2027, joining a select group of destinations recognised by the European Commission for their leadership in smart and sustainable tourism. Calvià is one of eight finalists in the category for cities of 25,000-100,000 inhabitants, selected from across 17 countries.

United is offering Delta and American elites comparable status for 90 days, using Starlink connectivity as bait in a broader attempt to capture premium travelers and their valuable corporate spending. The post United Lures Delta and American Elites With 90-Day Status Match appeared first on Business Traveller.

On September 29, actor Chad Lowe and his family, which includes his wife Kim Painter, 52, announced the passing of their 13-year-old daughter Fiona Hepler Lowe. A medical examiner determined the cause of death to be suicide, People magazine reported on October 1. In a statement shared with People, Fiona’s heartbroken family described her as “a loving young girl who was smart, creative, and loved to dance”. She had an older sister, Mabel, 17, and a younger sister, Nixie Barbara, 10. “She was...

When the actor's not chasing bad guys across L.A. on 'NCIS,' he's taking his kids to the playground, paddleboarding and his favorite sushi joint.