A human skull was carried into a Czech town in late September as part of the country’s observance of St Wenceslas Day, officially the day of Czech statehood. The public holiday honours Wenceslas, the 10th century ruler later venerated as the patron saint of the Czech lands and the “Good King Wenceslas” of the familiar Christmas carol. Wenceslas (Václav in Czech) was born around 907 and became ruler of Bohemia as a teenager. Raised as a Christian, he promoted Christianity – then relatively new to...

Founded in Hong Kong in 1999 by designer Ed Ng and architect Terence Ngan, AB Concept has since expanded to become a global firm with offices in Kyoto, London, Taipei and Milan serving clients across even more locations, from New York to Beijing. It is now widely recognised as a pioneering force in luxury design, having established partnerships with leading high-end hospitality brands such as Four Seasons, The Ritz-Carlton, Rosewood Hotels, Waldorf Astoria and W Hotels. Specialising in bespoke,...

You spend the evening alone on your couch, decline a party invitation or prefer to stay at home instead of going out to a pub or cafe. Some people withdraw, consciously or unconsciously, from social interactions. Sometimes it is just a phase that can help you recharge your social battery. If it is prolonged, however, it can be harmful to your health. People naturally need time for themselves, say, after partying or during stressful periods in their lives. It is perfectly normal to keep to...

The stalwart of Britain's High Street has been sold to a Canadian billionaire family. What will that mean for you?

Nikon announced that it had disqualified the winner of its Small World in Motion competition over how A.I. was used in his submission.

The US president hopes to ease his party's pain before next month's midterm elections, writes the BBC's North America correspondent.

President Trump said the White House would investigate unsubstantiated claims that Lisa D. Cook committed mortgage fraud and hold a hearing next month.

As enrollment for Medicare Advantage begins this month, older Americans are confronting fewer options because insurers are discontinuing coverage in many areas.

Is there anything as fun as watching the countryside whiz by from a train car? How about a little train trivia? See how you do on these 10 questions.

The storm, which has already closed airports and canceled trains along the Gulf, could have impacts on major hubs like Atlanta and Charlotte.

Briley King, who is married to country musician Marcus King and has been labelled “country music’s most hated wife”, announced in September that she was hard-launching her own music career. After occasionally joining her husband on stage for a few couple duets, Briley debuted her first release, Huswife, on September 17, which includes her debut songs “Bad Guy” and “Keepin’ Caroline”. Unfortunately, her foray into the music scene has not been well received by many who have flooded Briley’s...

Rwanda reportedly lined up to host the F1 Grand Prix in 2030. The post Rwanda gears up to host Formula 1 Grand Prix appeared first on Business Traveller.

Avianca Flight 42 was en route to New York from Medellín, Colombia, when it “encountered unexpected turbulence” and was diverted to Miami.

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The price of fuel has soared as the cost of living emerges as a key issue for millions of Americans.

The retailer came under attack for being a staging area for immigration officers after Thursday’s shooting in New York City.

The European Union said the deal could roughly halve shipments of hybrid vehicles from China in the next four years. But it also could lead to an even stronger Chinese auto industry.

The correspondent system for banking has enabled globalism — and has been exploited by companies trying to skirt U.S. sanctions.

Lake Como hardly lacks beautiful hotels, but Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni plays a different game: frescoes, chandeliers, silk bedcovers, a vast spa and enough gilding to make understatement feel optional. The post Hotel Review: Villa Serbelloni, Lake Como – A Gilded Lakeside Icon Renewed appeared first on Business Traveller.

Clara Wu Tsai, a co-owner of the Liberty, is hoping the W.N.B.A. team pulls through tonight. She also has ambitions for the borough beyond more championships.

This classic Helsinki hotel has emerged from a major renovation, with new rooms, restored dining spaces and a 1,200 sqm spa bringing the 1887 landmark firmly up to date. The post Hotel Review: Helsinki’s Hotel Kämp Revival – Chandeliers, Caviar and Cryotherapy appeared first on Business Traveller.

Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett has called for the creation of a Caribbean Tourism Resilience Fund, proposing a new regional financing model designed to protect destinations, tourism workers and small businesses from hurricanes and other economic shocks. Speaking during the State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) in Guyana, Bartlett urged governments and industry leaders to invest in resilience before disaster strikes. But turning the proposal into reality will require agreement on funding, governance and accountability.

The $500 checks are accompanied by a letter signed by the president that criticizes the Biden administration for overcharging Americans for health insurance.

The prime minister says restrictions on what workers can do after leaving roles have "gone too far".

Nach vielen Jahren Hickhack zwischen Luftfahrt- und Verbraucherlobbys, EU-Kommission und -Parlament hat die Neuregelung der Fluggastrechte alle Institutionen durchlaufen und ist abgesegnet. Für Geschäftsreisende und Travel Manager verspricht die Reform Vereinfachungen, aber nicht nur ... The post EU: Reform der Fluggastrechte treten im Oktober 2027 in Kraft appeared first on Business Traveller.

Tourists on the Greek Island of Skiathos were injured this summer after trying to get an extreme close-up of a plane landing on the island's famously short runway.

Anguilla’s Amarni Webster has been named the winner of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) 2026 Regional Tourism Youth Congress, emerging from a field of 18 young delegates to earn the title of Regional Junior Minister of Tourism. Held as part of the State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) in Guyana on Thursday, the congress provided a platform for young Caribbean leaders to share their ideas for the future of the region’s tourism industry under the theme “Caribbean Tourism Through the Eyes of Tomorrow.”

Brian J. Visalli, a veteran investigator of tax fraud, said in a lawsuit that the agency had sent his personal and tax information to federal prosecutors.

The Court of Appeal quashes the conviction of Christian Bittar, a former Deutsche Bank trader jailed in 2018.

Which airlines are Europe's safest to fly with? AirAdvisor's latest index ranks 20 carriers on six measures, with some familiar names competing against low-cost rivals.