The legendary Italian designer built a luxury empire that stretched from his fashion lines to interior design, restaurants and hotels.

Billionaire fashion icon Giorgio Armani dies at 91

Giorgio Armani, the iconic fashion designer who had redefined luxury fashion since the late 1970s, died on September 4 at age 91. The reason for his death was not disclosed in a company press statement, but Armani had missed the Milan and Paris fashion weeks in June and July due to unspecified health issues and […]

Rebecca Vallance has been tasked with designing the new uniforms for Qantas. Image: Supplied

Qantas taps Rebecca Vallance to design new uniforms

The national carrier has picked Australian fashion designer, Rebecca Vallance, to create its new uniform – the first redesign in over a decade. Australian fashion designer Rebecca Vallance has been selected to design Qantas’ uniforms, in the airline’s first uniform refresh in more than a decade. The new uniforms will launch in 2027, replacing the […]

The 19-cent fix feeding 25 million people a day 

Felix Brooks-church has taken a simple 23-kilogram machine and turned it into a lifeline for millions. Backed by Rolex through the Perpetual Planet Initiative, his Dosifier is now operating in thousands of mills across East Africa, cutting the cost of fortification to just 19 cents per person. Felix Brooks-church doesn’t pack a suitcase anymore. He […]

With Love, Meghan

‘With Love, Meghan’ misses Netflix top 10

The second season of Meghan Markle’s critically panned lifestyle show “With Love, Meghan” had at least 500,000 fewer viewers in its first week on Netflix than its first season earned in the same time, and didn’t make it into the streamer’s most-watched shows in its debut week. Key Takeaways What We Don’t Know If “With […]

ZANDVOORT, NETHERLANDS - AUGUST 31: Race winner Oscar Piastri of Australia and McLaren celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Netherlands at Circuit Zandvoort on August 31, 2025 in Zandvoort, Netherlands. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Oscar Piastri extends title lead with historic Dutch GP win

Melbourne’s Oscar Piastri has claimed his seventh victory of the 2025 season and his first-ever Grand Slam in Formula 1, capitalising on a late-race retirement from McLaren teammate Lando Norris to tighten his grip on the championship. Key Takeaways Key Background The win brings Piastri’s career total to nine Grand Prix victories, equalling the tally […]

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Forbes Travel Guide’s most anticipated hotel openings

From Lake Como to Los Cabos, these 11 new properties offer every amenity under the sun—from a floating pool to a private ski lodge. Whether you’re seeking a contemporary escape on the shores of Italy’s Lake Como, a ski retreat in Montana’s Big Sky Country or a luxe eco-sanctuary in Tokyo, a lineup of new […]

Qantas brings back double points and status credits for frequent flyers

If Gold or Platinum frequent flyer status has been sitting just out of reach, the scandal-hit airline is dangling a shortcut. For the next week, Qantas members can book flights and choose double Status Credits or double Points on eligible bookings. The promotion comes as the carrier tries to steady its reputation after a turbulent […]

25 perfect gift ideas this Father’s Day

From premium whiskies and refined fragrances to statement timepieces and everything inbetween, we’ve picked out selection of timeless classics tailored to suit every kind of dad. Four Pillars Bloody Pinot Noir Gin: $84 Crafted in the Yarra Valley and steeped in Rare Dry Gin, Four Pillars’ Bloody Pinot Noir Gin elegantly blends wine-making finesse with […]