The Arab Watch Guide Marks 10 Years of Influence
Experts say Hassan Akhras’s online publication and collectors’ club have changed perceptions of horology in the Middle East.
Experts say Hassan Akhras’s online publication and collectors’ club have changed perceptions of horology in the Middle East.
Patek Philippe wanted to showcase the timeless philosophy behind the Patek Philippe’s brand – a legacy steeped in tradition, ...
Since 1989, the customers of this eclectic pizzeria have been writing messages, place names, or otherwise doodling on one dollar bills which are then glued to the walls, tables, ceiling or anywhere else they will fit. According to servers, there is now around $40,000 covering the interior. Look for your hometown, state or alma mater, or just enjoy the many funny comments while feasting on excellent pizza. The practice of decorating with one dollar bills on which customers wrote messages began
After 14 years of Conservative rule, the U.K. has elected the Labour Party to public office. The party comes into power after achieving a landslide victory in the U.K.’s general election earlier this month, winning 411 of a possible 650 seats in Parliament. The result gives Prime Minister Keir Starmer a commanding majority, allowing him to pass new legislation with ease. The Labour Party campaigned on the back of a simple slogan: “Chang
Mysteries around Jupiter’s Great Red Spot have been swirling for centuries. No one is sure when the tremendous whirl—the largest and longest-lived storm in our current solar system, with a diameter wider than planet Earth and wind speeds of more than 260 miles per hour—began. Or why it’s red. Or even who first observed it (was it a 17th-century Italian or Briton—or a 19th-century German or American?).One of its latest mysteries is why it’s been shrinking dramatically over recent decades. This qu
This article originally appeared in Knowable Magazine.Evolutionary geneticist and choral singer Jenny Graves has performed Joseph Haydn’s masterpiece, The Creation, on many occasions. The famous oratorio chronicles the seven days of biblical creation as described in the Book of Genesis. Yet Graves, who has spent the past 60 years studying the wonders of evolution, grew tired of singing about Adam and Eve. So she penned a secular retelling of our origin story—drawing from scientific discoveries
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Cartier watches are rising in value as the rest of the market dips. These vintage Tank Louis models are the very best ...
Earnings week for publicly-traded groups in the watch business is always a bit of damp squib because their results account ...
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Earnings week for publicly-traded groups in the watch business is always a bit of damp squib because their results account ...
In the past two decades, the category has become a showcase for new materials, ergonomic advances and improved timekeeping.
What pairs best with Czech wines, well puppets of course! The Pohádkové domy, or Fairy Tale house, is an eclectic and entertaining combination of a puppet museum and a massive wine collection. Puppets are everywhere in Czechia, and the art form is a UNESCO-recognized piece of cultural heritage. Some of the most well-known puppet craftsmen and masters, including the owners of the house and collections, hailed from the Bohemian region. This family-owned museum pays homage to that tradition. Dow
Located in the industrial port town of Port Hedland in Western Australia, the Big Wheelbarrow is a unique and eye-catching landmark that symbolizes the town's rich mining heritage. Situated at the Port Hedland Visitor Center, this oversized sculpture is a nod to the hard work and resilience of the people who built the region's mining industry. The Big Wheelbarrow was constructed as a tribute to the thousands of workers who have been a part of Port Hedland's mining history. The town is a critic
Okehazama is known as the site of one of the most defining battles in Japanese history alongside Sekigahara and Dan-no-ura, where the bloody echoes of clashing steel may still be heard. On June 12, 1560, samurai lord Imagawa Yoshimoto invaded the province of Owari, but the local daimyō Oda Nobunaga successfully defended his land, ambushing the Imagawa camp and decimating his army. As a result of his victory, Nobunaga grew increasingly powerful in the region, becoming one of the greatest overlo
In the heart of Nitra, Slovakia, stands the striking Sword of Pribina—a captivating blend of artistry and history that commands attention in the city's bustling pedestrian zone. This monument isn't your typical street sculpture; it's a larger-than-life replica of a 9th-century sword discovered in the tomb of a Slavic prince. Adorned with intricate human masks on its hilt, the sword symbolizes both strength and peace, offering a poignant contrast to its original purpose as a weapon of war. Unve
What may just look like an ordinary bridge that connects two neighborhoods bisected by a busy local road in the city of San Juan is the only remaining section of an aqueduct that once supplied water to the city of Manila from a nearby water reservoir during the Spanish colonial times. In 1843, Manila experienced a cholera outbreak and the Spanish local government at that time finally realized the need for new sources of water. For many years, the residents of Manila sourced their water supply
Producer and rapper Pharrell Williams proposed reintroducing the arts competitions at the Olympics—a tradition last seen almost 80 years ago—for the 2028 games. He spoke to his proposition at a luxurious, high-profile party at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris on Thursday. The party was organized by Williams, LVMH chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault, NBCUniversal chairman Brian Roberts, and Anna Wintour. Arts competitions were part of
On a clear, crisp morning in 80, Rome was abuzz. For the last few years, it seemed the gods had cursed the empire. In 64, a six-day fire ripped through the capital. Around 78, a deadly plague devastated locals. In 79, the southern city of Pompeii was buried beneath ash and fire. But all of that was about to change. Immense crowds gathered at the gates of the newly inaugurated marble-encased Flavian Amphitheater. Emperor Titus had declared 100 days of brutal, free, blood-soaked games. Finally th