Instead of following the crowd, plan your travel this year and in the future in order of ecological/historical importance, and visit these places. It is an easy way to categorize, but not easy to prioritize. Here we look at places in peril that can still be enjoyed now, while actually helping the cause through proper […]
President Trump is proving himself as a “genuine world leader” with his reception in England and during other recent trips, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich said Tuesday. “There is something pathetic about the American news media who end up in Japan or end up in Great Britain, end up in France,” Speaker Gingrich said. “Half […]
Global-strategy adviser Parag Khanna describes the ways that the world economy is increasingly Asia-centric and will be moving even more swiftly in that direction. Here’s why More than 50% of the world’s population lives in Asia, where economies are growing quickly and becoming increasingly interconnected in culture, business, and trade. In this piece Parag Khanna, […]
The US Defense Department is seeking new federal funds to bolster domestic production of rare earth minerals and reduce dependence on China, the Pentagon said Wednesday, amid mounting concern in Washington about Beijing’s role as a supplier. The DOD’s request was outlined in a report that sent to the White House and briefed to Congress, […]
FLASH: There is an art to enjoying great food* In most countries, food forms an important part of cultural heritage, which is why so many travelers plan their trips around cuisine. With countless food experiences emerging, people are putting in a great deal of research before committing to a holiday destination and when they do, […]
By Kelly Barrett The journey matters as much as the destination on these rail adventures our readers recommend. As travelers, we know there are a lot of ways to get from point A to point B. But if you are looking for a journey that’s more than just the destination, travel by train is just […]
These 10 amazing ruins are thousands of years old, revealing much about lost and ancient cultures. Teracotta Army Xi’an, China In Y 1974, well diggers in China’s northwestern region of Xi’an struck the head of a sculpture, thereby discovering an underground network of 8,000 terra cotta soldiers, the army and afterlife accompaniment of China’s self-proclaimed […]
Kathmandu is not a glamorous city, but for the many visitors who travel here, that is a good thing. It is chaos at its best; dusty streets crowded with traffic in front of ornamental temples, and winding alleys that lead to thriving markets and packed squares. Nepal’s majestic natural landscape is often the draw, but […]
$RACE Automotive brand marketing usually means embroidering a badge on a tote bag and asking a $1,000 for it. But not so Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) has gone lots better by applying its badge to not 1, but 2 theme parks. Ferrari and PortAventura Entertainment S.A.U signed an agreement to build a 2nd Ferrari-themed park, Ferrari Land, […]
The growing mystery of where China’s rapid slowdown is headed may become the biggest risk on the horizon. The world economy. Recession Watch: The global economy’s in its weakest shape since the financial crisis 10 years ago. China got more affirming evidence of its Big slowdown, with industrial output and retail sales softening and a […]
The global economy’s softened throughout Y 2018 has left the pace of expansion the weakest since the global financial crisis a decade ago. A new GDP tracker puts world growth at 2.1% on a Q-Q annualized basis, down from about 4% in the middle of last year. While there is a chance that the economy […]
The US plains and MidWest is seeing freezing weather in epic proportions. It is hard to find charm in extremes of any kind, but Winter has a way of visually transforming places into amazing new landscapes. So, in this frame we found some places on Earth that are at their best when in iced and covered with […]
Instead of going with the crowds plan your travel this year with ecological/historical importance in mind. There are places in peril now that can still be enjoyed now, while actually helping the cause through proper booking and travel practices. Travel with good intent, with purposeful in choices, and believing these precious places on our planet […]
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday made public his determination to have talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in a bid to normalize bilateral diplomatic relations. In a policy speech to the Diet, Abe said he will “act decisively without losing any opportunity” to settle the issue of Japanese citizens abducted by the […]
5. THE DATAI LANGKAWI, MALAYSIA Nestled in the heart of a 10-million-year-old rainforest, The Datai Langkawi is a captivating destination resort that seamlessly blends into its natural surroundings. Situated on the mystical island of Langkawi, lush tropical rainforest infiltrates the resort’s rooms, suites, and villas, through private verandas offering breathtaking views in every direction. The […]
The notion of dining at Michelin-Starred restaurants evokes visions fine food and $$$$$, but there are some spots that will not break your bank. So, if you are in Southeast Asia, and looking to try the cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant in the world, you will need a plane ticket to Singapore and standing in lengthy queues. […]
The US economy is doing great, there is no recession in sight Mohamed El-Erian argues that just because US economic growth appears to have eased that does not mean there is a recession ahead. “This concept that a slowdown in the U.S. means recession or means a financial crisis — that’s just wrong,” El-Erian, chief economic […]
$DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX The world enters Y 2019 with some uncertainty about the prospects for global growth. The US is the bright spot and 1 of the most powerful job creators and drivers of international trade. If The Trump Administration and the new Congress are able to work together, there are areas where […]
$RACE Ferrari (NYSE: RACE) announced that it intends to begin a EUR 150-M/share buyback program, as the 1st tranche of a multi-year EUR 1.5-B/share buyback program expected to be completed by Y 2022. The 1st tranche will start at the beginning of January 2019 and will end no later than 27 June 2019. The program […]
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 […]
Hitting the road is a time-honored tradition. So, if you like to experience a new destination from a front-seat view, road trips are the best way to explore. Put your petal to the metal and motor on down the road. These 3 spectacular road trips should for sure be on your list, as follows: Asia […]
Planning a Vacation in 2019, Consider These Super Destinations When planning a vacation in Y 2019, consider some destinations that are not overly traveled. Experience the South Africa, ancient Cambodia or holiday in Dubai, the City of the Future. Forget the chaos of London and Paris and check out these destinations for your Y 2019 […]
America Leads, the Rest of the World Follows $DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX Saturday’s truce in the US-China trade dispute put investors in buy mode Monday, driving US stocks due North, extending the market’s gains on last week Key reversal confirmation. The broad rally followed huge US futures gains that triggered overseas markets as investors […]
Box Office: Family Films Dominate, ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ Wins Again With $25.8-M $DIS, $SNE, $TWX, $CMCSA, $LGF Family films dominate, as ‘The Grinch’ places #2 in its 4th outing, while the’The Possession of Hannah Grace’ only debuts to $6.5-M. Disney Animation Studios’ Ralph Breaks the Internet a big winner in its 2nd weekend, taking another $25.8-M […]
US-Saudi Arabia Alliance is Vital Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said a U.S. partnership with Saudi Arabia is vital – despite the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Secretary Pompeo made his comments in a column posted Tuesday night in the WS-J. “The Trump Administration’s effort to rebuild the US-Saudi Arabia partnership is not popular in the […]
Coffee May Well Reduce the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes A meta-analysis of 30 studies involving more than 10 years of research suggests coffee consumption may cut the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by as much as 29% While the results suggest caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee have favorable metabolic effects, Type 2 diabetes risk […]
Getaway’s Less Than 5h Away From the UAE The UAE National Day holiday is just a few days away, and many UAE residents would be looking for a quick getaway during the extended weekend. Those looking to tick a few more world wonders off their bucket list before the New Year can hopping on a […]
Get Out of the Office and Work on the Road People are asking themselves these Big Q’s: I want to get out of the office for a while? I want to get out of the office permanently? I want to pick up and travel the world, hos do I make money? The Big A’s: In […]
Some Spectacular South American Adventures South America is built for adventures, and explorers are attracted to its exotic shores. Glistening glaciers hug soaring granite mountains, condors circle over desert gorges, tumbling waterfalls inspire movies and vast steamy jungles host animals from monkeys to jaguars. Throw in the ancient ruins and you have a lifetime of […]
Veterans Day USA Veterans Day is a day to celebrate all those who have served their country in the US Military. This celebration origin’s go back to World War I, when it was known as “Remembrance Day.” After World War II, the day was expanded to include all those who had served in the military. […]
Sacred Sites from Around the World Are you are fascinated by spirituality, history, or just curious, sacred sites are appealing to travelers from all over the world. Throughout history, people across all religions and belief systems have erected structures to honor the higher powers. From isolated monasteries to heraldic statues to architectural masterpieces, these spectacular […]
If We Lived 1000’s of Years Ago… It is difficult to imagine civilizations, cities, infrastructure, and daily routine dating back 5,000, 11,000, or even 13,000 years ago. But relics from these ancient civilizations have been found in present-day Europe and Asia, they show us what life was like then. The Middle East claims many of […]
Take Yourself ‘Outback’ When we hear of the Australian Outback we often picture the geographical desert heart of the country and sacred sights such as Uluru and Kata Tjuta. However, the Outback is actually a term used to describe any remote region of the country’s interior and coastline. From Aboriginal sites to canyons, lakes and […]
The Most Expensive Cities in the World Budget travelers these 5 cities are not for you. But, for those who have got money, they will be all set to enjoy the delights these destinations have to offer. Asian cities have long dominated this list but European counterparts are now making their claims for the title. […]
Box Office Revenue in North America Marks Record High in October $SNE, $TWX, $CMCSA, $LGF, $FOX ‘Venom’ take $80-M ‘A Star Is Born’ takes $42.6-M Overseas, ‘Venom’ take $125.2-M for a global bite of $205.2-M, revenue in North America hits a record high for the month of October thanks to the combined power of the […]
The 5 Best Cities for Expats You have made up your mind to make a big change, ankle the US and become an expat. Maybe you are looking to move abroad for that dream job, or perhaps you want to escape the rat-race and retire to the beaches of Puerto Vallarta. Whatever reason you are […]
It is International Coffee Day It is International Coffee Day, is a holiday that celebrates this hot beverage and the joy it brings to people all over the world. On this day, people not only take the time to enjoy their favorite brand of coffee, but also many different types of businesses offer discounted or […]
President Trump ‘Talks Tough’ and the Whole World Listens The “whole world” is listening to President Donald Trump’s tough talk on Iran, and there are many Middle Eastern countries who fully support his decision on sanctions, Rep. Lee Zeldin, (R-NY) said Wednesday. “They don’t want to see Iran have a nuclear weapon,” Mr. Zeldin said […]
OPEC of ‘Ripping Off’ World, President Trump Calls for Lower Crude Oil Prices $DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX, $USO, $OIL Tuesday, US President Donald Trump accused members of the OPEC cartel of “ripping off” the world, as he called for a lowering of energy prices. “The United States stands ready to export our abundant affordable […]
7 Resorts and Adventures in Myanmar ● Awei Pila: Barefoot luxury on a virgin island The Mergui Archipelago lies off the far south coast of Myanmar. It’s comprised of hundreds of islands that have coral reefs and beaches. The Mergui is home to the seafaring indigenous Moken people. It’s a heaven for birds, notably the […]
The World’s Most Expensive Super and HyperSuper Cars $RACE, $VLKAY From Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Aston Martin, W Motors, Lamborghini (OTCMKT:VLKAY) and Bugatti, these are some of the world’s most expensive motorcars, as follows: The Aston Martin Valkyrie Just 99 of these mega machines will be built and, expectedly, they’re all sold out already. The car is […]
The Marina Bay Sands in Singapore Location: Google maps Address: 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956 Hotel website: Marina Bay Sands The most expensive hotel ever built, Singapore’s iconic Marina Bay Sands hotel comprises three 55-story towers, 2560 luxury rooms and suites, and 18 different room types. Crowning the three hotel towers at 200 m (656 ft) in […]
Great Coffee and Where to Drink it Around the World Really goo coffee is an essential part of culture all over the world. Below is a guide to what brews to order from Australia to Ethiopia via Turkey, Greece, Mexico and Hollywood. CAFÉ CUBANO – CUBA Also called a cafecito, a café Cubano. To make it, […]
F1: Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Planning for the Long Term with Charles Leclerc $RACE Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) team principal Maurizio Arrivabene says that the decision to replace the experience of Kimi Raikkonen, 38 anni, with the raw talent of Charles Leclerc, 20 anni, for next season was made with the long-term of The Scuderia in mind. Mr. Leclerc […]
Remote Island Hopping Around the World The idea of an Island Paradise all to oneself is usually the perfect cure for any malaise. So, here are 8 remote island nations that will give you the sense of being in a world apart from all stress, anxiety, worries and concerns if only in the mind, as follows: 1. […]
The Most Beautiful Temples in the World Asia’s cultural heritage is as far and wide as its geography. From Buddhism to Hinduism, Taoism and beyond, Asia’s deep religious traditions vary from country to country, and in some cases, region to region. Asia-wide temple trail will take the traveler from the Buddhist monasteries of the East […]
Huge Tariffs on Chinese Goods Ready Now US President Donald Trump has raised the stakes on the proposition that the world will line up behind the US to take on China over trade. President Trump said Friday that he is willing to slap tariffs on an additional $267-B in Chinese goods, on top of duties […]
Let’s Take a Luxury Train: “All Aboard!” Get ready to see landscapes and history that you cannot see by airplane or motorcar. Climb aboard a luxury railcar and get a front-row seat to witness breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies. Roll through the unspoiled wilds of Scotland or set eyes on the villages in Switzerland. […]
Coffee Around the World Since coffee beans were discovered in Kaffa, Ethiopia, to its popularization in Yemen, where it got its start as a brewed beverage, coffee has become the most celebrated social drink in the world. Whether you prefer a cup of strong black, a diary-infused local specialty, or a spicy creation, coffee drinkers […]
President Trump Warns WTO, “If they don’t shape up, I would withdraw” US President Donald Trump said he will pull out of the World Trade Organization (WTO) if it does not treat the US better, continuing his criticism of a cornerstone of the international trading system. “If they don’t shape up, I would withdraw from […]
US Stocks Outperforming the World’s Equity Markets $DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX US stocks are outperforming the other major overseas stock indexes for the past 8 months. The positive trend began when President Donald Trump started his “America First” campaign aimed at making free trade fairer trade with America’s major trading partners. During this current […]
The Most Beautiful Mediterranean Islands A holiday on the Mediterranean Sea features islands of romance, classic European culture, exotic food, and picturesque beaches. Italy, Greece, and France dominate the Med, but you may be surprised at the other islands that can offer a vacation just as luxurious. Below you will find the 5 very beautiful […]
“Anyone doing business with Iran will NOT be doing business with the United States.” The 1st stiff set of US sanctions against Iran that had been eased under the landmark nuclear accord went back into effect at Midnight Tuesday under an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, targeting financial transactions that involve USDs, Iran’s automotive […]
Directionally Confused? Some people just know which direction is North, even if you blindfold them and spin them in an office chair, while others struggle to keep “right” and “left” separate. It seems like it must be something that some people born with, and it. What we call a “sense of direction” is really a […]
US plans to use space for military purposes may be as harmful to international security as the nuclear arms race was, Russia’s Foreign Ministry has warned, calling on the White House to “show common sense.” US plans to develop persistent, space-based sensor architecture by the end of 2022 are yet another step towards what Washington […]
Dubai World Cup prize money to $35 million On March 30, 2019, the Dubai World Cup meeting is set to enhance its status as the world’s richest day of horseracing. Total purses for the card, which will feature six Group 1 and three Group 2 fixtures, will increase from US $30 million to $35 million. […]
Citizens of the World Have More Than 1 Passport Citizens of the world opt for more than 1 passport, as they look for security and peace of mind in a troubled world. Wealthy buyers “are looking for security” said the Chairman of Henley & Partners, which provides citizenship advice and publishes rankings such as the Quality […]
President Trump Congratulated France for World Cup Victory France beat Croatia 4-2 in the final to claim its 2nd World Cup victory. Us President Donald Trump offered his congratulations to France, and … to the event’s hostRussian President Vladimir Putin. Donald J. Trump ✔@realDonaldTrump Congratulations to France, who played extraordinary soccer, on winning the 2018 World Cup. […]
The US Will Soon Be the World’s #1 Crude Oil Producer $USO The EIA sees Crude Oil production climbing next year even with transportation bottlenecks in the country’s most prolific tight (shale) oil play. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) sees US Crude Oil output averaging 11.8-M BPD in Y 2019, up from its 11.76-M BPD […]
Bitcoin Domination or Hyperbitcoinization? $BTCUSD Hyperbitcoinization is a state in which Bitcoin is expected to become the world’s dominant form of money. The fact that the digital currency is socially wired should work to its advantage when it comes to exponential adoption. Cryptocurrencies enthusiasts expect Bitcoin to displace legacy paper (fiat) currencies and become the […]
ALROSA Debuts The World Cup Diamond Collection The ALROSA (ALNU.ME) collection consists of 32 round diamonds, 0.3 carats each, named after the countries/ participants of the World Cup. All diamonds are of high quality, D to F color and VVS2 to IF clarity, they were mined in Russia and cut by ALROSA’s subdivision – DIAMONDS […]
US Economy Can Absorb Hit From China Tensions $DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX Now is the right time to pressure China on its trade policies because the US economy is strong enough to absorb uncertainty arising from bi-lateral tensions, White House Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Kevin Hassett said Monday. Mr. Hassett spoke after President […]
The Trump Effect Has Made the US #1 in the World The Europeans want Utopia. They may our allies but they fear, envy, and hate US prowess. They embrace the UN International Court of Justice, the WTO, and such instrutions. EU foreign policy is aimed at ‘mulitlateralising’ the US, constraining it to paralysis with the […]
Abu Dhabi Sovereign Wealth Fund is the World’s Top Real Estate Investor ADIA is 1 of the richest sovereign wealth funds in the world managing $62.1-B in real estate assets. Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) is the #1 real estate investor in the world, a research report said, a sign of Gulf sovereign wealth funds […]
President Trump Demands the Russia Probe be Stopped Sunday morning, US President Donald Trump demanded an end to special counsel Robert Mueller’s probe into Russian election interference. He slammed the “failing and crooked” NY-T’s for a “long & boring story indicating that the World’s most expensive Witch Hunt has found nothing on Russia & me […]
Jack Dorsey on Bitcoin: “It is the Currency of the Future” $BTCUSD, $TWTR, $SQ Jack Dorsey, speaking to a crowd of cryptocurrency enthusiasts, declared that he is in sync with their view that digital currencies are the way of the future. “The Internet deserves a native currency; it will have a native currency,” Mr. Dorsey, […]
NASA: The Earth Cooled by Half a Degree Celsius From 2016-2018 The average global temperature dropped by more than half a degree Celsius from February 2016 to February 2018, according to just published NASA data. According to the average temperature around the world fell 0.56 degrees Celsius during that time period, the biggest dip in temperatures […]
The US Embassy move: “A powerful message America will stand by our friends” “I have long advocated that the United States take this action, and I commend President Trump for fulfilling this campaign promise,” Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) Exactly 70 years ago on May 14th, 1948 Israel’s founding father David Ben-Gurion brought together members of […]
World Leaders Praise President Trump’s Iran Decision US President Donald Trump’s decision to pull out of the Iran nuclear agreement Tuesday brought widespread praise across the globe. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dubbing it an “historic move.” “From the beginning, the Obama-era Iran deal was deeply flawed,” said House Leader Paul Ryan, a Wisconsin Republican. […]
Work for Yourself Online, Travel the World Some of the World’s best places to ‘Work’ remotely (get started), as follows: In Asia: Chaing Mai, Thailand When you talk to online workers about their best remote work destinations, you’re bound to find someone who spent time in Chaing Mai. While it is not quite as well known […]
Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Will Preview 488 GTE Evo at Spa in May $RACE Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) and its 488 GTE World Endurance Championship race car have had a pretty successful run so far, but a win at Le Mans has alluded Ferrari and the AF Corse racing teams. Now, in Y 2018, Ferrari hopes to change that […]
The Democratic Party is the Party of Jihad It will be the death of American democracy if the Democrats are successful in overthrowing the government of President Trump The Democratic Party has gone on the offensive and adopted the strategies of Jihad to overthrow the government of President Donald Trump, they have dubbed it “Resistance” […]
World Markets Fell This Week, Investors Fear Trade Wars $DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $VXX The world’s stock markets fell Friday on investor fears that a trade conflict between the US and China might would escalate. A 3nd day of losses pushed US stocks to their worst week in 2 years. So far, China’s response to the […]
Gem Diamonds Digging Up Big Rocks This Year $L.GEMD Africa-focused Gem Diamonds (LON:GEMD) is having an extraordinary year so far as the small miner continues to find precious rocks bigger than 100 carats at its flagship Letšeng mine in Lesotho. Last Wednesday, the England-based company said it had dug up a 152-carat, top white color type IIa diamond, the […]
Train Your Brain to Think in New Ways Creativity and innovation arise at the intersection of ideas. By ID’ing the links between various ideas an notions, we can identify and solve problems that most people overlook. The Key to new thinking is to expand the set of mental models we use to think. Below is the […]
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi $RACE Experience 37 incredible rides and attractions at Ferrari World Ferrari World Abu Dhabi residents’ special admission offer has returned offering thrill seekers living across the UAE cut-price fun. Residents can now enjoy all of the park’s attractions at a special discounted price of Dh195 during weekdays and Dh235 at weekends. […]
Welcome to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi $RACE Ferrari World is located on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island in the United Arab Emirates. The indoor amusement park opened in November 2010. Its centerpiece is Formula Rossa which park claims is the fastest roller coaster in the world. I love Disney World. Since childhood, the park’s rides, ambiance, […]
Ferrari (NYSE:RACE), MercedesAMG Aligned on F1’s Future $RACE, $DDAIF MercedesAMG’s chief Dieter Zetsche says the German manufacturer shares its future vision for F1 with Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) as talks ramp up over the direction of the Tier 1 motorsport. Head of Mercedes-Benz Dieter Zetsche says the German manufacturer’s future vision for F1 is “100% aligned” with […]
The Biggest Gold Nuggets in Existence “Pepita Canaã” The largest surviving Gold Nugget, on display at the Brazilian central bank headquarters, Brasilia Ironstone’s “Crown Jewel” gold nugget is a single piece of crystalline leaf gold found in California in December 1992 by Sonora Mining Company is the 5th largest and pictured above Throughout gold rush […]
Celebrants World Wide ‘Ring In’ This New Year From spectacular fireworks in Hong Kong and Australia to a huge LED lightshow at the world’s tallest building in Dubai, a look at how revelers around the world are ringing in Y 2018: UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE) Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, has again served […]
Luxury Stocks Rally, Heightened Spending Goes Global $RACE, $PPRUY, $MAR, $HLT, $AXP The rise of Chinese middle class is helping drive luxury ownership trend. Investors have driven up the price of luxury-brand stocks around the world, expecting opulent consumption to increase amid the global economic recovery, high stock prices and the growing ranks of the […]
The Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII Sitting back and enjoying the deep-seated luxury of the new Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII Rolls-Royce’s Phantom models justifiably claim to be monarchs of the automotive world, having been in almost continuous production for 92 years There’s no other nameplate out there that is even close to achieving 100 anni status, so the […]
Some Things to Quit Worrying About Working smarter, not harder can bring about great change But the fact is, there are some things you just cannot change, no matter how hard you try. In fact, continuing to beat your head against the wall is… well, not very effective, and pretty painful. Perseverance and tenacity are only […]
After Anti-Trump Protest Lindsey Vonn ‘Gives Out’ at St Moritz American Olympic Skier Lindsey Vonn, 33 anni, sustained an serious injury during the World Cup super-G race in St Moritz Saturday. Ms. Vonn, a 4X World Cup Champion fell to the ground in pain as she slowed down after the finishing line and staggered away […]
World’s Most Expensive Painting to be Displayed at Louvre Abu Dhabi The Christ by the Renaissance master smashed artwork auction records last month The world’s most expensive painting Leonardo da Vinci’s Salvator Mundi is to be displayed at the newly opened Louvre Abu Dhabi, the museum announced on Wednesday. In a Tweet the Louvre confirmed […]
China’s Geely Motors Buys Lotus, Hopes to Compete with Ferrari $RACE, $GELYF, $POAHY Lotus has a new owner in Chinese automaker Geely (OTCMKT:GELYF), who’s declared ambition is to turn the struggling British sports-car maker into a rival of Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) and Porsche (OTCMKT:POAHY). A bit far-fetched in that Lotus sold less than 1600 cars globally last year, […]
The World’s Oldest Private Motor Car Collection The Louwman Museum, at the Hague, The Netherlands, tells us the complete history of motoring, in its halls there are endless examples of automotive art. The Louwman Museum is home to cars like the Jaguar D-Type that the Scottish Ecurie Escosse racing team won Le Mans with in […]
Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Takes 2nd World Endurance Championship of 2017 $RACE Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) claimed a 2nd World Endurance Championship crown of 2017 in the 6 Hours of Bahrain Saturday. 2nd place secured the GT drivers’ world title for James Calado and Alessandro Pier Guidi to go with the manufacturers’ prize won by Ferrari earlier this month in Shanghai. Messers […]
The Donald Trump-Xi Jinping Engagement Will Benefit All Parties $BA, $F, $SOYB The lucrative deals are predictable results, as the 2 nations engage in cooperation. The high-profile engagement between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump last Thursday has captured the spotlight globally. Experts said their meeting has borne remarkable fruit, and […]
President Donald Trump Starts Official State Visit to China US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing Wednesday afternoon, starting his state visit to China. The 3-day trip is Trump’s 1st visit to the country since he assumed the Presidency on 20 January. He is the 1st head of state to visit China since the landmark […]
Artificial Intelligence, ‘Worst Event in History of Civilization” $MSFT, $TSLA Physicist Stephen Hawking warns that AI (artificial intelligence) could be the “worst event in the history of our civilization.” He urged creators of AI to “employ best practice and effective management.” Mr. Hawking, a British cosmologist who was diagnosed with motor neuron disease aged 21, […]
World Stocks Headed to the 12th Month of Gainers $BP, $RYAAY, $BNPQY World stocks headed for a record 12th month of gains Tuesday, as a 5.5 month high in European stocks and records elsewhere underscored one of the most robust Bull markets in history. Europe’s latest rally came as figures from the once-fragile Eurozone showed […]
Asia Billionaires Overtake US for 1st Time, Led by Chinese Asia leads the world with billionaires, China leads the Asians Peer networks are playing an increasingly important role for billionaires when it comes to making, spending and giving away money Billionaire wealth increased 17% to $6-T in Y 2016, after a decline the prioryear, UBS […]
Pollution is Deadlier Than Wars, Disasters and Hunger India is perhaps the dirtiest and most polluted nation on the Planet Environmental pollution is killing more people every year than all war and violence in the world. More than smoking, hunger or natural disasters. More than AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria combined. 1 out of every 6 […]
What is the Link Between RMB Yuan and Gold? $USDCNY, $GLD, $OIL People are asking, Paul, what is the link between the RMB Yuan and the precious Yellow metal? The Big A, as follows: Chart 1: The USD/CNY exchange rate (red line, right axis) and the price of Gold (yellow line, left axis, London P.M. […]
Focus China: What to Expect During the Next 5 Years The eyes of the world turn to China as the Communist Party of China (CPC) hold its 19th National Congress, where the CPC unveil new leadership and set the course for national development for the next 5 years and beyond. Shayne and I believe that […]
The World’s Most Beautiful Diamonds Coming to Auction The 163-carat flawless emerald cut gem stone is largest of its kind ever to be put up for auction. An impressive flawless 163-carat diamond that has been hailed the “World’s Most Beautiful” will go under Christie’s hammer in Geneva, CH in November. Discovered in February 2016 in eastern […]
The Quest for Long-Term Success, “Your life is your creation” Life is not something that just happen. If you think your life is out of your control, it’s because you have chosen to give up your role as its designer, engineer and architect. It is what you make of it, as a young boy in […]
China’s Travel Growth Outpacing All Other Nations Chinese tourists becoming the Key driver of global tourism China’s travel industry is projected to grow at an average rate of 8% Y-Y annually from Y 2017 to Y 2027, outpacing other major economies like India and the US, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council. The upcoming 1 […]
Week 35: President Donald J. Trump in the Oval Office AMERICA FIRST This past week, President Trump delivered his 1st address to the United Nations General Assembly in New York City. It was praised as the best speech of his presidency by former US Ambassador to the UN John Bolton, and many others. In his […]