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Nile Seray, an A&K Sanctuary, Sets Sail: Launching a New Chapter for Luxury River Cruising in Egypt
Nov 8, 2026

Nile Seray, an A&K Sanctuary, Sets Sail: Launching a New Chapter for Luxury River Cruising in Egypt

Nile Seray, an A&K Sanctuary, is now sailing, marking a new chapter in the company’s nearly five decades of river cruising in Egypt. Accommodating 64 guests across 32 suites, the riverboat combines contemporary design, exceptional dining and exclusive archaeological access, bringing a new dimension to A&K’s longstanding presence in one of the world’s most historically significant destinations. Sailing between Luxor and Aswan on four-night journeys, Nile Seray arrives at a time of growing demand and renewed international interest in Egypt following the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in November 2025. The riverboat offers a new way to experience the country’s extraordinary heritage, pairing visits to its most celebrated ancient sites with an intimate onboard setting designed around the landscapes and culture of the Nile.


Egypt Makes History: World Golf Awards at Madinaty Golf Club
Nov 8, 2026

Egypt Makes History: World Golf Awards at Madinaty Golf Club

World Golf Awards, the leading authority that recognises and rewards excellence in golf tourism, has revealed its 2026 winners at its 13th annual Gala Ceremony. Hosted at Egypt’s Madinaty Golf Club, the event marked the first World Golf Awards to take place in Africa.


Money over models: big fashion brand contracts seek range of AI rights
Nov 8, 2026

Money over models: big fashion brand contracts seek range of AI rights

AI-generated fashion models present a tantalising opportunity for brands: the ability to create lifelike ⁠images for their retail websites while cutting costs by 90 per cent or more compared to photo shoots with human models. For the ⁠modelling industry, the technology poses an existential threat because of scant regulation governing the ownership or use of digital twins. Fashion models face the risk of unpaid replication of their image – or replacement by entirely synthetic models. Interviews...


Why Chanel, Dior and Celine are reviving the artisanal mini-bag
Nov 8, 2026

Why Chanel, Dior and Celine are reviving the artisanal mini-bag

There comes a moment in modern life when the mandate of functionalism becomes a drag. It often arrives during the evening rush, when a heavy shoulder bag – stuffed with laptops, chargers and the clutter of a productive existence – feels less like a vessel for living and more like a labour in itself. Enter the anti-tote. From the runways of Paris to the digital streets of Substack and Instagram, fashion is experiencing a collective retreat into the exquisitely impractical. On the arm of A-listers...


What is ‘ferritin face’ and how does TCM view the trending ailment?
Nov 7, 2026

What is ‘ferritin face’ and how does TCM view the trending ailment?

If you have dull skin, dark circles under your eyes or brittle nails, social media algorithms may be quick to diagnose you with “ferritin face”. Though not a formal medical diagnosis, the buzzy term has emerged as the latest viral beauty-and-wellness trend describing traits supposedly caused by low ferritin – the cellular protein that stores iron in the body. While iron deficiency anaemia frequently shows up with these visible symptoms, Western medical doctors caution that a complex metabolic...


Nov 7, 2026

‘Horrific evidence’ shows children not protected at childcare centres, Education Minister Jason Clare says

Safety at childcare centres is improving but the minister leading the push says more needs to be done, delivering a frank message to parents.


GWM Haval H7: PHEV-heavy sales forecast following strong pre-launch interest
Nov 7, 2026

GWM Haval H7: PHEV-heavy sales forecast following strong pre-launch interest

Strong pre-orders for the new Haval H7 Hybrid and PHEV have GWM forecasting 1000 monthly sales for its new SUV, according to the brand's local operating chief.


Meet F1 world champion Kimi Antonelli’s parents, Marco Antonelli and Veronica Pomaro
Nov 7, 2026

Meet F1 world champion Kimi Antonelli’s parents, Marco Antonelli and Veronica Pomaro

Italians on Monday celebrated the success of Kimi Antonelli, who became Formula One’s youngest world champion at the age of 20 when he clinched the title in Mexico City. Antonelli, who is from the ‌northern city of Bologna, is also the first Italian champion since 1953. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni took to social media to praise what she called an “extraordinary achievement”. “A success that puts an Italian driver back on top of the world, rewarding talent, commitment, determination and...


27 Useful Travel Products Under $25 That You’ll Never Regret Bringing With You
Nov 7, 2026

27 Useful Travel Products Under $25 That You’ll Never Regret Bringing With You

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Holden's fingerprints are still on Cadillac's V8 CT5-V Blackwing, says engineer
Nov 7, 2026

Holden's fingerprints are still on Cadillac's V8 CT5-V Blackwing, says engineer

The rear-drive platform under Cadillac's fire-breathing V8 sedan was a joint effort with Holden - and its suspension geometry has barely changed since.