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Can Snooker Reclaim Its Place as a Beloved British Pastime?

The World Championship may be in the UK, but the game has gone global and its epicenter has shifted to China.

May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026

Mahjong Is the Third Place of the Moment for a Burned-Out Generation

“There’s a lot of joy that comes from seeing people make connections across the table, especially people that you wouldn’t expect to meet.”

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April 30, 2026

April 30, 2026

Amex Gold Card Gets More Travel Rewards at the Same $325 Annual Fee

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April 17, 2026

April 17, 2026

What 15 Bosses Learned From Their First Big Job

Believe it or not, scooping ice cream can lead to the head office at Goldman Sachs.

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March 20, 2026

March 20, 2026

The Luxury Life of British Expats in Dubai Faces a Reality Check

Sunshine, safety and zero income tax turned the emirate into a second home for many Brits. Now that equation is under pressure.

Dubai Stocks Up Most Since 2014 as Traders Look Beyond Oil, AI

March 13, 2026

March 13, 2026

My $812 Night Out Started and Ended in a Movie Theater

Inside the Metro, where oysters, Negronis and heated recliners turn filmgoing into an exclusive dinner party, for better and worse

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February 17, 2026

February 17, 2026

Downsizing Is The Biggest Trend in Restaurants and Hotels Right Now

The new motto for dining rooms, clubs and even hotels from New York to London is “content per square foot.”

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February 16, 2026

February 16, 2026

Why ‘Burnout’ Feminism Is Replacing the Girlboss, Lean In Era

Some women have done an about-face this decade, turning away from the calls to go all in at work.

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February 15, 2026

February 15, 2026

From Mink Coats to Miami Trips, Cold Wave Spurs Winter Splurges

During one of the coldest winters in years, people in New York City and the Northeast have been willing to pay for almost anything that promises relief from the deep freeze.

New Yorkers Enjoy The Holiday Spirit On Christmas Eve

February 14, 2026

February 14, 2026

These Are Hong Kong’s Best Red Envelopes for the Year of the Horse

The top ranked lai see scored points for creativity, artistry and attention to detail.

These Are Hong Kong’s Best Red Envelopes for the Year of the Horse

February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026

Year of the Fire Horse Gift Guide

Equestrian luxury in fashion, fragrance and travel for the Lunar New Year.

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February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026

We’re Living in a Golden Age of Close-Up Magic

For our next trick, we explain why professional magicians are having a major moment.

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February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026

Forget Samba. Gospel Is the Soundtrack Behind a New Brazil

Latin America’s largest country is looking increasingly evangelical — a shift in faith that’s reshaping culture and power.

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