Saturday, the count of more than 750 climate change activists blocking roads at some of London’s most famous landmarks have been arrested over the last 6 days, police said on Saturday, up from a Friday total of 682. The protests, organized by climate group Extinction Rebellion, have for several days disrupted travel through parts of […]
A trio of hip hoteliers brings its brand of big-city cool to the Swiss Alps. By Erin Riley Gstaad may be ritzier, St. Moritz more cultured, but ask those who frequent Verbier, the town at the heart of Switzerland’s Quatre Vallées, and they will tell you it has everything its neighbors do, plus a cool cachet […]
UK PM Theresa May pushed back the deadline for Parliament to vote on her BREXIT deal, in a gambit she hopes will buy more time for negotiations but which risks inflaming the revolt against her. The British PM confirmed she will not bring a new deal back to the House of Commons for a final […]
London is taking its turn in the style spotlight with the opening of London Fashion Week, an extravaganza that will feature up-and-coming young designers along with big names like Victoria Beckham, Vivienne Westwood and Burberry. More than 100 catwalk shows are scheduled along with countless crowded, parties and dozens of presentations. The London-based Turkish designer […]
British officials have revived Cold War emergency plans to relocate the royal family should there be riots in London if Britain suffers a disruptive departure from the EU next month. “These emergency evacuation plans have been in existence since the Cold War, but have now been re-purposed in the event of civil disorder following a […]
An Key part of traveling is having the opportunity to try the local cuisine, but for vegans this can be difficult. Many local specialties include meat or dairy, and finding something that fits your lifestyle can be difficult. But, veganism is on the rise making it easier to stick to your plant-based diet while […]
Hundreds of protesters inspired by France’s ‘Yellow Vest’ movement are rallying in Britain, drawing attention to government austerity programs that have hit the poor hard. Wearing yellow vests with slogans such as “Britain is Broken” written on the back, the demonstrators marched in London to demand that politicians pay attention to their plight rather than […]
The annual tradition of putting up a Christmas tree is a treasured in many cities around the world. Many have a special story, and all provide a little Joy to the people. Here are some the most beautiful Christmas trees around the world/ London, England The tree that stands in Trafalgar Square is gifted each year from […]
MBH Corporation PLC (M8H.DU) Focus on Small Business for Big Success MBH will use the Agglomeration model to turn small business acquisitions in to a large successful company. For MBH to achieve its economic objectives, it will identify and acquire good, well run, profitable and debt free small businesses. Unlike traditional models, MBH are neither […]
Visit Royal Ascot in 2019 by Kristen Manning Just imagine yourself at Royal Ascot in 2019, in awe of witnessing the European superstar Enable in action, maybe even cheering on a few Australian horses such as Santa Ana Lane, Trapeze Artist, The Autumn Sun or Redzel and last year’s Melbourne Cup winner Rekindling who has […]
BREXIT Progress: UK Gives Consent to Spain over Gibraltar, Deal Done Spain’s junior minister for the European Union says British authorities have consented to Spanish demands granting Madrid prior approval on matters relating to Gibraltar. Luis Marco Aguiriano says “we have a promise, a commitment, from the British government saying they are ready to … […]
For Foodies: World’s Food Markets are a Must See Travel is not complete without the authentic local food experience, and food markets are a Key part of the Foodie experience, so planning your itinerary with authentic food in mind. Below are some of the world’s best food markets, as follows: Spice Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey The […]
Sotheby’s (NYSE:BID) Held 1st Sale Dedicated to Gold $BID From a sculpture of model Kate Moss to an elaborate elephant liqueur set, an array of items made with gold went under the hammer last week in auction house Sotheby’s (NYSE:BID) ever sale dedicated to the precious Yellow metal. From antiquities to contemporary pieces, “The Midas […]
Romantic Places to Travel with Your ‘Significant Other’ There are certain places in this world that are so special they are worth saving to share with someone. From sunset strolls along pristine beaches to thrilling adventures. Below are some very romantic destinations to take with your significant other, as follows: Udaipur, India Called India’s most […]
Ride the Rails for the Best European Experiences Traveling in Europe better by train from capital cities to remote villages, and just about all of Europe is reachable by rail. The EuroRail offers passes and deals on tickets to help you travel around Europe from inexpensive to white tablecloth service. Below are some Key European cities best […]
Iran Deal was Fatally Flawed, the Reinstatement of Sanctions is in Order The United States should never have entered into the international nuclear deal with Iran, and President Donald Trump is right to choose a stronger stance against the country’s regime, Representative Lee Zeldin (R-NY) said Tuesday. “I think it is outstanding,” the New York Republican […]
President Trump: “May’s BREXIT Plan Could ‘Kill’ US Trade Deal” British Prime Minister Theresa May’s plan for BREXIT would “probably kill” the prospects for a free trade deal with the United States, US President Donald Trump said in an interview Thursday “If they do a deal like that, we would be dealing with the EU […]
President Trump to London Next Month, a City on ‘Strike’ President Donald Trump’s visit to the United Kingdom next month is expected to be ‘charming’, with massive protests being planned for his visit as well as a strike by employees of the London Underground subway system. Tens of thousands of demonstrators plan to march through […]
Bonhams Fine Watches and Wristwatches Sale London Bonhams Fine Watches and Wristwatches sale took place on 20 June, and saw an impressive 80% of lots sold, achieving a total of £1,840,438 overall. The Top lot of the sale was the Rolex Paul Newman Cosmograph Daytona Ref: 6262/6239 which far exceeded its pre-sale estimate of £150,000-180,000, […]
Lady Aurelia Vs Battaash at Royal Ascot Two star speedsters take each other on in a cracking first day at Royal Ascot on Tuesday, 19 June when Lady Aurelia and Battaash will launch themselves at glory in the Group 1 King’s Stand Stakes over 1000 metres. American trainer Wesley Ward has imprinted his name on […]
Royal Ascot gets under way a week today and we look ahead to some of the great clashes in store Rhododendron and Lightning Spear had a great tussle in the Lockinge. Royal Ascot gets under way a week today, when there will be eight races that fall under the Champions Series umbrella over the five […]
Harry Angel could face three international raiders when he seeks to gain back-to-back wins in the Group 1 Darley July Cup at Newmarket on July 14. Beckford and Stormy Liberal, trained in America, feature among 50 entries for the QIPCO British Champions Series contest along with Redkirk Warrior, winner of two races at the highest […]
Sotheby’s (NYSE:BID) Fine Wine Sale Indicate Prices are Rebounding $BID Prices for leading Bordeaux wines are rebounding The 18 April totaled GBP 1.05-M. Auctions are scheduled for New York this week and in London on 16 May. Six magnums of rare Chateau Lafleur 1982 wine from the Pomerol region hammered for $77,095, or more than […]
Must Visit Museum Exibitions for Ferrari Lovers $RACE FERRARI MUSEUM of MARANELLO: “UNDER THE SKIN” The “Under the Skin” exhibition, created in partnership with the London Design Museum, recounts the creative and engineering of Ferrari down the years through a series of exceptional cars beginning with a factory replica of 125S, Ferrari’s 1st car. Some technical […]
Sadiq Khan Mayor of Murder Scotland Yard has called an emergency meeting as London is gripped by an “exceptionally high level” of crime. It comes as an ex-senior officer says “police have lost control of the streets.” Community and youth workers have been invited to the Metropolitan Police headquarters, Scotland Yard, as London’s murder investigations […]
London’s murder rate has surpassed New York’s for the first time in modern history as knife crime in the British capital hits crisis levels. It comes amid huge police cuts and falling officer numbers. A total of 37 murders have been committed in London during the last two months, according to a report in the […]
Flawless White Diamond Could Hammer for $33-M+ $BID A white diamond billed as the largest and purest of its type to come to market is expected to sell for well over $33-M Sotheby’s (NYSE:BID) auction house says the 102.34-carat gem mined from Botswana “is the only known round brilliant-cut diamond over 100 carats perfect according […]
Theresa May has ruffled some mayoral feathers, inciting anger from both city halls in London and Greater Manchester after she told the House of Commons the mayors like Sadiq Khan are to blame for the recent spike in knife crime. While battling her Labour rivals during Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday, May was confronted about […]
Gold and Silver are Going Digital $GLD, $SLV, $BTC Blockchain technology may help keep track of the roughly $200-B of the precious Yellow metal dug from remote mines, traded by middlemen and melted down by recycler’s that is sold each year to buyers scattered around the world. The London Bullion Market Association (LBMA), which oversees […]
Horses to Watch at Royal Ascot in 2018 This year’s Champions Series promises to be a vintage with Enable and Cracksman among the stars of last year who will be back for more in 2018. Here are six who could scale the heights when summer arrives. BATTAASH: The Charlie Hills-trained speedster put up an outstanding […]
Record Attendance at the Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Museum in 2017 $RACE The Ferrari Museum set an official attendance record in Y 2017 with 500,000+. For those that have not had a chance to check out the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, there is a new exhibition on display joining “Under the Skin” and “Infinite Red.” Called “GP d’Autore,” the exhibition is […]
CCTV Reveals the Horrors of Life Under Sadiq Khan Stabbings 2017 was a year of widespread knife crime in Britain. According to official statistics, knife crime was up by 20 percent to 34,703 incidents in the past year – the highest in seven years. Knife crime in London accounted for 40 percent of that. This […]
Sadiq Khan’s London is a Disaster Disturbing pictures of huge knives confiscated from teenagers during a shopping center riot on Boxing Day have been released by police. Officers were called to a disturbance at Stratford Westfield in east London on Tuesday. Terrifying scenes broke out as teens clashed amid a crowd of shoppers. Two police […]
Update: Ferrari’s (NYSE:RACE) 1985 288 GTO Hammered for $2.53-M at Bohnam’s London $RACE 1985 FERRARI 288 GTO COUPÉ Coachwork by Pininfarina Sold for £1,883,333 (US$ 2,530,175) inc. premium The Ferrari 288 GTO’s performance in the collectors’ car market is ‘turbocharged’ and it is now heading to be worth an incredible 10X what it sold for […]
Enzo Ferrari: Race Driver, Businessman, Master Brand Builder $RACE London, England (30 November 2017) When you walk into The Design Museum’s exhibition you are bathed in Red light. Red, the color of Mediterranean passion, a shade that comprises 33% of Italy’s flag. The color is Ferrari’s Rosso Corsa, and the subject of the current exhibit ‘Under […]
Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) ‘Under the Skin’ Exhibit in London $RACE The Life of Enzo Ferrari, creator of the most iconic Italian car brands, will be celebrated during a special exhibition this Fall in London. The London Design Museum in Kensington High Street, London W8 6AG, will host the Ferrari Exhibition to commemorate the 70th ann of Ferrari (NYSE:RACE), […]
Hong Kong: the World’s #1 City for International Visits Hong Kong to retain its status as the city most visited by international travelers this year in spite of strained relations with Mainland China. In a report published Tuesday, market research firm Euromonitor International said it estimates 25.7 million arrivals in Hong Kong this year, down […]
Saudi Arabia to Attack Extremist Islam Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman has vowed to restore “moderate” Islam that is open to all religions in the world. Saudi Arabia is known for its ultraconservative rule. “We are returning to what we were before – a country of moderate Islam that is open to […]
The London Metro Police Vs Harvey Weinstein “I want him to get the justice he deserves,”– Bob Weinstein. British police are investigating 3 new allegations of sexual assault against film producer Harvey Weinstein, 65 anni, all made by the same woman. Sunday, London’s Metropolitan Police force said that the woman reported being assaulted in London […]
Terrorist Attack in London Emergency services are responding to a Terrorist Attack at Parsons Green tube station in London, following an explosion on a train Friday morning. Some 18 people are injured. Flames engulfed one carriage and raced along a train on a west London route to Parsons Green, forcing passengers to trample others as […]
Attack at British Church A man has attacked worshipers at a Birmingham Church. At least three worshipers have been stabbed after a knife-wielding man stormed a Birmingham church during service, local media report, adding that the suspect has been arrested. The incident took place in the New Jerusalem Apostolic Church at 10:50am, according to local […]
A staggering 630 British-based charities were investigated for terrorism links in 2016. The Charity Commission opened eight compliance cases and four formal inquiries into “allegations of abuse of charities for terrorist or extremist purposes” in 2015/16. Dozens of individuals have been arrested over fundraising for IS. Last year, Mohammed Iqbal Golamaully, 48, and his wife, […]
The Council of ex-Muslims of Britain will challenge Islam and any other religion for persecuting minorities, including the LGBT community, Jimmy Bangash, the spokesman for the controversial group, said during a debate on RT. The group made headlines in the UK after its members joined an LGBT parade in London on Tuesday. The group’s protest […]
Wesley Ward Takes Lady Aurelia Back to England European champion Lady Aurelia, based at Keeneland with trainer Wesley Ward, on Tuesday covered 5 furlongs on a firm turf course in 1:02 in her final work here before her next scheduled start in England in the Aug. 25 Coolmore Nunthorpe (G1) at York. The 3-year-old Scat […]
Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) 70 Yrs of Speed and Style Began with 125S $RACE 70 years have passed since the 1st car to bear the iconic Ferrari badge left the factory gates in Italy in Y 1947. Thus began the evolution of Ferrari. Now, a major new exhibition at London’s Design Museum, Ferrari Under the Skin, celebrates “one […]
With reference to the joint statement issued earlier on 25th July, 2017, by the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Arab Republic of Egypt where the quartet added nine charity organisations and nine individuals to their terror lists, following are the details of the added entities and […]
Sadiq Khan, who publicly clashed with the President of the United States following the London Bridge terrorist attack, said the US President should not be afforded an elaborate visit. “State visits are different from a normal visit, and at a time when the president of the USA has policies that many in our country disagree […]
Enzo Ferrari and His Super Cars $RACE The Life of Enzo Ferrari, creator of the most iconic Italian car brands, will be celebrated during a special exhibition setting up this Fall in London. The London Design Museum in Kensington High Street, London W8 6AG, will host the Ferrari Exhibition to commemorate the 70th ann of Ferrari (NYSE:RACE), […]
F1: Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Gives Vettel Engine Upgrade for British GP $RACE Sebastian Vettel’s championship bid gets a power boost this weekend after Ferrari delivered him an upgraded engine to the British GP. The Scuderia introduced their 3rd engine of the season at Silverstone as they chase their 1st victory at the circuit since Y 2011. […]
London is a Warzone: Sadiq Khan Should Resign At least one person was stabbed during a mass brawl in London in which dozens of violent youths clashed using bats, knives and even machetes following an illegal rave, according to reports. Riot police were dispatched to stop the “violence involving machetes and swords after illegal rave” […]
Godolphin’s Ribchester to Star on Royal Ascot Day One The world’s biggest and best horse racing meeting, Royal Ascot, begins today. In the first race on day one we have one of the week’s biggest attractions running, Ribchester, who is a strong favourite to take the opening Group One. The Richard Fahey trained and Godolphin […]
Royal Ascot Day 1 Selections Queen Anne Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (Str) (Class 1) (4YO plus) 1. 13 (1) Ribchester (IRE) 4-y-o bay colt Trainer: R A Fahey (Last 14 days: 16-126 12.7%) Owner: Godolphin Jockey: W Buick (Last 14 days: 8-31 25.81%) Sire: Iffraaj (UK) Dam: Mujarah (IRE) Dam’s Sire: Marju (IRE) […]
London Revenge Attack on Muslims Kills 1 After a series of attacks by Muslims in England, Children were among the 22 people killed in a suicide attack after an Ariana Grande concert at Britain’s Manchester Arena, on London Bridge Eight people were killed and 48 were injured and Westminster where 5 died and more than […]
French Raiders Primed For Royal Ascot By Craig Jones for Knightsbridge Bloodstock Trainers from all around the world target Royal Ascot as the place to be and if they have any horses capable of running there, they don’t hesitate to send them over. French horse racing trainers have had a good record at the meeting […]
Crude Oil Posts Longest Run of Weekly Losses Since 2015 $USO, $OIL, $BAC Crude Oil posted the longest run of weekly losses since August 2015, as OPEC member Libya restored production and the surplus in the US shows little sign of slowing or halting. Last week futures finished down 2.4% on the week, a 4th […]
Aidan O’Brien Prepares Strong Royal Ascot Team by Craig Jones for Knightsbridge Bloodstock You can always guarantee that when a big race meeting comes around, Aidan O’Brien will have many good horses running there. Royal Ascot, probably the biggest meeting in the world, is certainly no exception and the Irish mastermind looks to have a […]
Massive Fire in London: People Trapped Terrible News from London this morning A 24-story residential building in west London has been burning in an horrific blaze, reports say people have been trapped in residences in the upper stories. The massive fire has engulfed the Grenfell Tower in North Kensington from the 2nd story to the […]
Royal Ascot: 4 Hot 2yo’s to Watch by Craig Jones for Knightsbridge Bloodstock With just one week to go until Royal Ascot kicks off, it is time to take a look at some of the potentially exciting horses we will see at the meeting. Starting with the youngsters, we will no doubt see many exciting […]
Casse, Mott, Pletcher & Ward Aim for Royal Ascot Glory Exciting entries are revealed for the eight Group One races staged at Royal Ascot, which takes place from Tuesday, June 20 through to Saturday, June 24. A very strong US-trained challenge is in prospect, with representation in five of the eight races. All eight G1 […]
Royal Ascot: Billy Dylan Books his Ticket Richard Hannon looks to have another high-class son of Excelebration after Billy Dylan (2c Excelebration-It’s True, by Kheleyf) cruised home in a novices’ event on Friday. The River Downs Stud-bred juvenile, having his second start after a promising debut at Newbury last month, booked his ticket to Royal […]
Saudi Arabia Ignores Minutes Silence for ISIS Victims Saudi Arabia should be banned from the World Cup after they refused to line up for minute’s silence in honor of the London terror attack victims. The all Muslim team claimed afterwards it is ‘not in keeping with their culture’ Saudi team warm up as Australia observe […]
Under Sadiq Khan London is Alive with Terrorists There have been so many arrests in London after the Manchester and London attacks that the city must be absolutely crawling with terrorists. While Sadiq Khan, a man that has defended terrorists before, and the UK Government preach loudly of their “tolerance” it’s hard to hear them […]
Leading Royal Ascot fancy up for sale on eve of meeting by Craig Jones for Knightsbridge Bloodstock It’s not often you have the chance to buy a Royal Ascot hopeful just before the world’s greatest Horse Racing meeting, but this year you can. Two year old Simmy’s Copshop has a date with the sales ring, […]
In front of some 30 owners, breeders and interested onlookers who gathered Monday morning in the Keeneland Grandstand, European champion Lady Aurelia and 10 other horses trained by Wesley Ward worked on the turf course in preparation for upcoming starts at Royal Ascot or elsewhere. Lady Aurelia, who won last year’s Queen Mary (G2) at […]
London Paid Terrorist Seem Sadiq Khan is not the only terrorist on the London payroll, scumbag Khuram Shazad Butt, one of the three London Bridge attackers, was allowed to work at Westminster Tube station, even after he featured in a TV documentary about British jihadists in which he prayed to a black flag in Regent’s […]
Muslim Terrorist Was Known to Authorities Seven people were killed and 48 injured when three terrorists wearing fake suicide bomb vests used a rented van to mow down pedestrians on London Bridge. They then went on a knife rampage in Borough Market, stabbing victims with 12-inch blades. Thirty-six people remain in hospital. Of those, 21 […]
Andre Fabre lines up Royal Ascot challengers by Craig Jones for Knightsbridge Bloodstock French trainer Andre Fabre has decided to send a small team to Royal Ascot this year, but despite only being small, his team is full of quality. It is likely the master trainer will send just three runners over to the UK […]
Donald Trump is Right About Sadiq Khan Donald Trump said: “Pathetic excuse by London Mayor Sadiq Khan who had to think fast on his ‘no reason to be alarmed’ statement. MSM is working hard to sell it!” ….and again he is 100% correct. Sadiq Khan has normalized terrorism in the UK, he has started to […]
London Attacks: UK Wants Action on Terrorism The UK have a large number of suspected terrorists, they have huge networks of Muslims supporting attacks and they are on the brink of all out war in the streets with Islamic interests. Many UK citizens want these individuals rounded up and arrested BEFORE their is another Islamic […]
The London Attacks Just the Beginning Between Manchester and London Attacks apart from the perpetrators 30 other people who were a part of the attacks have been arrested, There is a very large segment of the Muslim community cheering the attacks, and many Muslims actually helping. British counterterrorism investigators searched two homes today and detained […]
UN Chief and Theresa May Strongly Condemn Terrorist, Time To Follow In Trumps Footsteps United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly condemned last night’s terrorist attacks in London and expressed solidarity with the people and Government of the United Kingdom in the combat against terrorism and violent extremism. The deadly incidents that occurred was described […]
London Wants Sadiq Khan Gone As Muslim group ISIS claimed its militants were responsible for killing seven people and injuring 48 in central London on Saturday, the call went out by many to rid London of Mayor Sadiq Khan. The attack began at 9:58 (8:58 GMT) on Saturday when a white van approaching from the […]
President Trump Renews Calls for Travel Ban Yes, Enough is Enough, time to get really Tough Mr. President Sunday, President Trump 2X’d down on his call for a travel ban in the wake of 2 murderous attacks in London. After news of the attacks broke, the President urged the federal court system to remove the […]
‘The Greatest Story (Lie) Ever Told’ The uncompromising verdict of Dr Mörner is that all this talk about the sea rising is nothing but a colossal scare story (lie) If one thing more than any other is used to justify proposals that the world must spend tens of trillions of dollars on combating global warming, […]
Harry Angel books Royal Ascot place with Sandy Lane win by Craig Jones for Knightsbridge Bloodstock Trainer Clive Cox knows how to handle a top sprinter and on Saturday afternoon he unleashed another when Harry Angel won the Sandy Lane at Haydock with ease. In winning the race, he booked his place at Royal Ascot […]
Political Correctness has London Under Siege The UK has had an open door policy on refugees and “tolerance” policy towards Islamic extremist groups, now the city looks like a warzone. Imam’s and their followers around the country have called for Sharia Law and offered support to terrorist groups. The ongoing activities of advocacy group Cage […]
Swedish Prosecutor to Drop Julian Assange Investigation Friday, Swedish prosecutors said they are dropping a preliminary investigation into an allegation of rape against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, 45 anni, bringing to an end a 7-year legal stand-off. “Chief Prosecutor Marianne Ny has decided to discontinue the preliminary investigation regarding suspected rape concerning Julian Assange,” the prosecutors […]
Euro (€) ⇨ US Dollar ($) (EURUSD) Clearing is a key financial business for the City of London and, if imposed, the limitations could deal a sharp blow to the city’s status as a global financial hub at a critical time. The EU has for years wanted greater oversight of euro clearing and the UK’s […]
ISIS Attacks Stopped in London In London A man has been arrested under the Terrorism Act after he was found carrying a bag of knives near the Houses of Parliament, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed. The incident occurred just yards away from where Khalid Masood launched a terrorist attack that killed five people, including a […]
France: Le Pen Demands Border Controls After London Terror Attack FLASH Update: Islamic State was responsible for an attack outside Britain’s parliament which left 4 people dead the group’s Amaq news agency said Thursday. “The perpetrator of the attacks yesterday in front of the British parliament in London is an Islamic State soldier and he carried […]
Terror Attack in London, 4 Dead Outside of Parliament An attacker fatally stabbed an officer outside UK’s Parliament before being shot by police Wednesday afternoon. The terror incident left 3 other people dead, including the attacker, and at least 20 injured, according to reports. “Four people have died. That includes the police officer who was […]
Dublin, a Future Hub for Financial Firms Fleeing Brexit $BAC, $HSBC, $GS, $MS, $JPM Britain’s plans to leave the EU have a Silver Lining is expanding daily along the banks of the River Liffey, a likely post-Brexit refuge for London’s City banking operations. Dublin’s financial district stretches for nearly a mile on both banks of […]
The World Diamond Industry 2017 $RIO, $BHO, $NGLOY, $LUCRF, $GMDMF, $BID, $TIF As the diamond industry enters Y 2017, Q-1 demand for rough has been stronger relative to Q-4 2016 and also relative to a year ago. The US is the largest diamond jewelry market in the world representing 45% of global demand. Christmas season Y […]
F1: Liberty Media Moves HQ to London’s St. James District $LMCA Liberty Media (NASDAQ:LMCA) will move the HQ of its Formula One racing series to London’s St James District in London, in a reflection of its growth ambitions. F-1 is now moving the operation to larger facilities close to London’s iconic Piccadilly Circus. The move […]
A Klimt Sells for $59-M at Record-breaking London Art Auction $BID A painting of flowers by Gustav Klimt sold in London for GBP48-M (US$59-M), a record for a work by the Austrian artist and the 3rd-highest price for any work sold at auction in Europe, Sotheby’s (NYSE:BID) said Thursday. Described in the auction catalog as […]
Dubai Among the Top 20 ‘Important’ Cities for the World’s ultra-Wealthy Globally, London emerged as the most important city for UHNWIs Dubai was ranked as among the Top 20 cities that “matter” to ultra-high net worth individuals (UHNWIs), according to consultancy Knight Frank’s annual Wealth Report. The City Wealth Index ranked cities on four measures […]
The 1st Chinese Imperial Firearm Hammered for $2.5-M in London $BID The 1st Chinese firearm with an imperial reign mark ever to be offered at auction sold for $2.5-M, the auction house Sotheby’s (NYSE:BID)London announced Wednesday. The gun, a brilliantly designed and exquisitely crafted musket, produced in imperial workshops was created for the Qianlong Emperor […]
Real Estate: London’s Spire to be the Tallest Residential Building in Western Europe In Y 2013, the architecture firm HOK was approached by a representative of the Greenland Group, China’s 3rd-largest developer. “They said they were investing in London and that they’d made an offer on a parcel,” said HOK Senior Vice President Larry Malcic. “They had […]
Patek Philippe World Time Ref. 5130P Patek Philippe’s World Time watches are super mechanical timepieces that have achieved “cult” status, the Ref:5130P lives up to that legacy Patek Philippe’s World Time watches are legendary within this category of complicated timepieces. These wristwatches have attained cult status, especially if one is familiar with the name Louis Cottier […]
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority to open Hong Kong office The office will be ADIA’s only overseas location Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), one of the world’s richest sovereign wealth funds, said last Thursday it would open an office in Hong Kong to pursue more opportunities in China and other Asian markets. This is ADIA’s 1st […]
A $7-T Event in the World’s Financial Markets Is Looming $GS, $DB, $JPM If the London Interbank Borrowing Rate aka LIBOR was a musical artist, or an actor, or a sports team, we will be calling Y 2016 its comeback year. Not since the financial crisis of Y 2008 has Libor, to which almost $7-T […]
Bangkok, The World’s #1 Travel Destination for 2016 Bangkok has edged out London as the world’s most visited city, according to the 2016 MasterCard Global Destination Cities Index released on Thursday. The Thai capital is projected to welcome 21.47-M international visitors in 2016, just ahead of 2nd-ranked London with a forecast of 19.88-M overnight visitors, […]
London Fashion Week Opens, Big Names on the Catwalk The Fashion Spotlight is on London Fashion Week, with a series of shows planned for the days ahead. The focus will be on British Style and creativity, but will include many contributors from other parts of the world. Friday’s lineup included Paul Costelloe, Aquascutum, Bora Aksu […]
Just 2 of the World’s 10 Greatest Cities are in the US Most great cities have access to quality education, a variety of public transportation choices, disaster preparedness, and affordable housing options, to name a few important qualities. In a new report, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) evaluated the Greatness of 30 major cities across the world, as […]
Dubai Real Estate May Become as Unaffordable as London Residents could be permanently priced out of the market, according to Cluttons Dubai is at risk of becoming as unaffordable for local residents as parts of the UK capital London unless cheaper property is provided, according to Cluttons. Faisal Durrani, the property consultancy’s head of research, […]
Gulf Millionaires to Invest in Dubai Real Estate Over London in 2017 Cluttons forecast places Paris and Doha alongside UK capital, Toronto the 3rd choice Dubai’s real estate market is set to overtake the international destinations of London, New York and Singapore as the top choice for GCC wealthiest investors next year, a new report reveals. […]
Summering in London Here are some of good ways to enjoy the Summer months in London, one of Europe’s finest capital cities London is basking in a newfound glow having just stolen the Crown of most popular European capital from its rival Paris. After a spectacular couple of years featuring a royal wedding, a diamond […]
British Pound (£) ⇨ US Dollar ($)(GBPUSD) Trading Outlook HEFFX Notes British Pound Overall, the bias in prices is: Downwards. Short term: Prices are stalling. Intermediate term: Prices are trending. The projected upper bound is: 1.37. The projected lower bound is: 1.24. The projected closing price is: 1.31. FOREX GBP= closed down -0.009 at 1.307. Volume […]
NYC, Commercial Real Estate Capital of the World $JLL New York has knocked off London as the world’s premier city for FDI (foreign investment) in commercial real estate due to fears the vote to leave the EU aka Brexit, will diminish the British capital’s appeal as a global financial center. Data on cross-border property transactions […]
GCC Investors Halt Capital Flow Into UK Real Estate Gulf investors holding back on United Kingdom property deals due to concerns prices will fall on the UK’s vote leave the European Union. Sovereign and private investors from the region have been some of the most prolific buyers of British real estate in recent years, particularly […]