China’s rising digital influence, in-store facial recognition, and in-fridge delivery among top eCommerce trends for 2020

    eCommerce revenue now represents 10.7% of U.S. retail sales. With 47% of eCommerce transactions (or 5% of all U.S. retail sales), Amazon has surpassed Walmart as the world’s largest retailer. Globally, online’s share of total retail sales is now 16.4%, with eCommerce accounting for more than three-quarters of overall retail growth. Fueled by … Read more

Stunning views of Tokyo, the Gulf of Palermo, Mexico, and Paris: 5 of The Most-Awaited Hotel Openings Of 2020

    Cheval Blanc Paris, The Tokyo EDITION, Xigera Botswana, Villa Igiea, and One&Only Mandarina are the hottest hotel openings of 2020. The common thread amongst them is that these properties will delight guests with their distinctive character, varied experiences and superior service. From the eternally popular such as France and Mexico to the more … Read more

Christmas gift ideas for food lovers 2019

From stocking fillers to hampers, great Christmas presents for foodies, selected by Observer Food Monthly

The 50 best wines for Christmas 2019

High street bargains, best value buys – and reds, whites and fizz to splash out on, chosen for Observer Food Monthly

British Fashion Awards 2019: One of the biggest nights in fashion

    The British Fashion Council’s British Fashion Awards 2019 took place on Monday 2 December, returning to iconic London venue The Royal Albert Hall. The Fashion Awards recognises creativity and innovation in fashion, celebrating exceptional individuals whose imagination and creativity have broken new ground in fashion globally over the past 12 months, and the … Read more