Annus mirabilis: all the things that went right in 2017

It was a tale of two years – the best of times and the worst of times. But not everything went wrong – from Mata’s 1% to orangutans, we look at the good

The Jackie Chan Oro-Amaranto outrageous limited edition skis

Film legend Jackie Chan is part of a new limited edition line of skis from Foil made in his honor.   Italian ultra-luxury ski manufacturer Foil Skis unveiled its most exciting Signature model: The “Jackie Chan Oro-Amaranto” LimiteD Edition. This spectacular ski has been developed especially for Jackie Chan. It has been precisely tuned to … Read more

The millennials donating 10% of their pay to save the world

Young high-earners can help the underprivileged with a clear conscience

These Helicopter Ski Safaris are a treat for both keen skiers and photographers alike

These Helicopter Ski Safaris offer access to the best ski slopes across the Alps. The first Four Seasons mountain property in Europe launches unique “Bed and Heli” concept to transport guests to the best snow in the Alps.   Four Seasons Hotel Megève, the company’s first European mountain property opening on December 15, 2017, is … Read more

The 40 best gadgets of 2017

From smart-speakers and virtual bikes to robot vacuums and indestructible cables, here is the year’s most covetable technology

The seven megatrends that could beat global warming: ‘There is reason for hope’

Until recently the battle to avert catastrophic climate change – floods, droughts, famine, mass migrations – seemed to be lost. But with the tipping point just years away, the tide is finally turning, thanks to innovations ranging from cheap renewables to lab-grown meat and electric airplanes