The 25 happiest countries in the world, according to a 2026 report

Finland tops the list of the world’s happiest countries for the ninth year—but the bigger story this year is a growing divide in youth happiness, with the U.S. falling behind. Finland just keeps going. The 2026 World Happiness Report is out, and for the ninth year in a row, the Nordic country has been named […]

Why is the Internet obsessed with 2016?

In 2026, TikTok and Instagram are looking back to 2016, and remembering the good times—here’s why social media users are so nostalgic for the old days. 2026 has just begun, but the internet is looking back—a wave of nostalgia for 2016 has spread through social media, originating on TikTok. ‘2026 Is The New 2016’ Trend, […]

The one hotel Forbes Travel Guide inspectors would return to

From a family-friendly South Carolina getaway to a traditional Sardinian hideaway, these are the luxury properties our inspectors want to revisit. Our inspectors visit thousands of hotels around the globe each year. Most high-end properties leave pleasant memories, but some go beyond creative in-room amenities with out-of-this-world extras that make a stay truly sublime. Ahead […]

What’s inside this year’s $1 million Golden Globes gift bags?

The Golden Globes’ highly anticipated gift bag returns in 2026, featuring private villas, luxury yacht charters and ultra-rare French wine, collectively valued at just under $1 million. The package is offered exclusively to winners and presenters at the 83rd Annual Golden Globes.  This year reflects a broader pivot toward experience-driven luxury, with nearly double the […]

20 health and wellness gift ideas for Christmas

Whether you’re shopping for the runner, the overworked friend or the wellness devotee, Forbes Australia rounds up the best health-minded presents of the season to support a stronger, more energised start to the year ahead. Aesop Geranium Leaf Body Balm: $51 This fresh, citrusy body balm feels light on the skin and smells incredible, making […]

A global wine map from England to Australia

From emerald Douro slopes to Mendoza’s sweeping plains—here are the world’s 50 best wineries, ranked by wine experts at Virgin Wines. Terraced vineyards climb Douro’s emerald slopes, century‑old Malbec vines sweep Mendoza’s plains, and horse‑drawn carriages roll through time‑worn estates. From neo‑Gothic chapels in Chile’s Maipo Valley to submerged cellars in Argentina, these wineries unite […]