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Audi Unveils 2027 Q7 Lineup with 591‑HP SQ7 Performance Variant
Audi revealed the third‑generation 2027 Q7 and its high‑performance SQ7 sibling, both built in Bratislava and slated for U.S. release in Q4 2026. The Q7 is equipped with a 429‑hp 2.9‑liter turbo V‑6, while the SQ7 boasts a 591‑hp twin‑turbo 4.0‑liter V‑8. New digital Matrix LED headlights, OLED taillights and a curved OLED cockpit highlight the models’ tech focus.
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Air France’s Swift Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout: 60% Done, Fleetwide By End Of 2026
In September 2024, Air France announced plans to introduce free high speed Wi-Fi throughout its fleet, reinforcing its position as Europe’s most premium global airline (along with all of its other product investments).
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2027 Audi Q7's Third Generation Revealed with 591-HP V-8 Sibling
Audi's new mid-size three-row luxury SUV arrives with more power and new tricks like an assortment of light shows.
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Pharrell Williams Approaches Most Collaborations as Exercises in Omission
Courtesy of Moet & Chandon As Creative Director of Louis Vuitton Men’s, founder of Humanrace and Joopiter, fourteen-time Grammy winner, Chevalier de la Legion d’honneur, and now the creative voice behind Moet & Chandon’s summer chapter, Pharrell Williams works across music, fashion, and design with the same editing instinct. His collaboration with Moet & Chandon […]
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Nobu Hotel Madrid to Open 1 September 2026
Nobu Hotel Madrid to open 1 September 2026 Nobu Hospitality has announced that its fifth Spanish property, Nobu Hotel Madrid, will open on 1 September 2026. George Curtis Jun 9th 2026 11:30 Opening in the city during a period of global attention, Nobu Hotel Madrid brings the brand's signature pillars of exceptional dining, thoughtful design and heartfelt service to the capital for the first time. At the centre of the experience is a tri-level Nobu restaurant, bar and lounge, marking the debut of Nobu’s acclaimed dining experience in the capital. Led by globally renowned architecture and design studio, GRONDA, the restaurant’s interior incorporates subtle Japanese nuances to create a timeless design language based on harmony, materiality, and light. This philosophy has also guided GRONDA’s design scheme in common areas, such as the hotel lobby. The collection of 50 guest rooms and suites, along with public spaces such as the wellness area, has been designed by Studio Caramba, providing an urban refuge in the heart of the city. Interiors feature warm wood tones, organic textiles, deep green accents, and softly layered lighting, while floor-to-ceiling windows offer sweeping views over Madrid. The Nobu Suite is the hotel’s signature top-floor retreat, complete with 105 sq m of elevated living space and a private terrace. Natasha Hargan, General Manager, says: “The opening of Nobu Hotel Madrid marks a significant milestone for Nobu globally, and especially in Spain, joining our portfolio of properties in San Sebastián, Barcelona, Marbella and Ibiza. Located in the heart of Madrid, the hotel will serve as an urban sanctuary, where distinctive design, world class Nobu cuisine, exceptional service, and a deep connection to the city’s culture come together to create a vibrant destination for both guests and the local community.” Designed to elevate every aspect of the guest experience, the hotel offers exclusive Nobu in-room dining and priority access to Nobu restaurant. Thoughtful touches include Nobu Signature Beds, BYREDO bathroom amenities and secure parking on request, while a dedicated wellness area and state-of-the-art Technogym fitness centre provide a tranquil environment to unwind and recharge. Hotels and Resorts
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Amid Rising Regional Tensions and Soaring Travel Costs, Gulf Residents Are Choosing Staycations
Every June, the same ritual begins. School holidays loom, temperatures climb and residents of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and beyond begin plotting their annual escapes. My Whatsapp groups fill with plans for Tuscany, the Côte d’Azur, Australia and the UK. But this year is different. The conflict between the US, Israel and Iran […] The post Amid rising regional tensions and soaring travel costs, Gulf residents are choosing staycations appeared first on Monocle.
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Porsche Spyder RS is quite stunning in person. Liked it more than the Ferrari behind it tbh