By Maria Doulton | 30 September 2026 In the world of high horology and fine jewelry, few inventions have managed to bridge the gap between technical precision and whimsical artistry as effectively as Chopard’s "Happy Diamonds." This year, the Swiss maison commemorates a monumental milestone: the 50th anniversary of its…
Main Facts In the rarefied world of classic yachting, few names evoke as much reverence as the Herreshoff-designed Q-Class racers. Built to the Universal Rule formula that governed elite racing throughout the early 20th century, these vessels combined punishing racing performance with breathtaking, timeless aesthetics. Now, a century after the…
Main Facts: A Storied Manhattan Address Seeks Its Next Chapter In the high-stakes world of New York City real estate, properties are often defined by their square footage, modern amenities, or architectural pedigree. Yet, very few can boast a cultural lineage as rich and star-studded as 116 East 61st Street.…
Main Facts: Honoring a Century in Piazza San Giovanni In the rarefied world of haute horlogerie, few brands possess a regional identity as fiercely guarded and profoundly romantic as Officine Panerai. Founded in Florence, Italy, the brand’s history is inextricably linked to the Tuscan capital, where military precision met artisanal…
Main Facts The art of classic yacht building has entered a bold new era with the completion of Victoria, the inaugural vessel of the reimagined Q-Class fleet. Conceived by Peter Silvester, founder of the San Diego-based startup Q7 Yacht Designs, the project bridges a century of nautical evolution. Victoria draws…
By Javier Solana and Angel Saz-Carranza Published: September 9, 2026 Section: Politics & World Affairs MADRID — A quarter-century ago, the world changed course in an instant. The dawn of the new millennium had roughly coincided with the arrival of new leadership in the United States and Russia—then the world’s…
By Jeffrey Frankel July 20, 2026 Fifty-two years have passed since the Carnation Revolution dismantled the Estado Novo—the longest-running authoritarian regime in Western Europe. Today, Portugal stands as a testament to the transformative power of democratic integration, functioning as a stable anchor within the European Union and the eurozone. Yet,…
