Is Google a monopoly? Sort of, but that’s the free market August 20, 2024 How about a little trust in the dynamism of the free market? Writes Matthew Feeney
This stunning London rooftop pool could be in Los Angeles August 16, 2024 If you’re looking for London rooftop bars or outdoor swimming pools in the capital, both combine at the art’otel, the new Battersea Power Station opening with a hot tub overlooking the iconic chimneys that featured on the cover of Pink Floyd’s 1977 album Animals. A room costs £250 and gets you access to what we would [...]
Inside the real foodie Chicago that inspired The Bear August 16, 2024 Ash Hiden explores why America’s Second City should be first on your list for a stateside city break following the massive success of culinary drama The Bear The Bear is an astonishingly good watch. As hard to turn away from as lead star Jeremy Allen White’s Calvin Klein underwear ads, it is a celebration of [...]
Which stocks are Warren Buffett, Michael Burry and Bill Ackman buying? August 15, 2024 A raft of the biggest US investors, like Warren Buffett, the Big Short’s Michael Burry, and Bill Ackman have disclosed which stocks they’ve bought and sold over the last three months. The holdings were revealed in 13-F filings last night, which all US funds worth over $100m have to file with the Securities and Exchange [...]
18 new London rooftop bars in London to enjoy in the sun August 13, 2024 11 new London rooftop bars for summer, from Shoreditch to the Square Mile and further afield, here's where to raise a glass
Five fintechs on the verge of unicorn status August 13, 2024 The fintech sector is experiencing lightning growth, with a number companies on the brink of joining the coveted unicorn club – a title given to privately-held startups valued at over $1bn. According to recent data from Crunchbase, analysed by investment bank Panmure Liberum, a handful of fintech firms are leading the charge, with valuations upwards [...]
The Instigators film review: Matt Damon is wasted in this forgettable comedy August 9, 2024 The Instigators review and star rating: ★★ One of Apple TV+’s key summer launches, The Instigators pairs Oscar winning veterans Matt Damon and Casey Affleck in a Boston based crime comedy. Damon plays Rory, a suicidal former US Marine going through divorce and in mounds of debt. Along with ex-con Cobby, played by Affleck, he [...]
Lamborghini Revuelto: Hybrid tech brings hypercar performance August 9, 2024 Like an automotive sequel to Night at the Museum, I half-expect the slumbering supercars to burst uproariously into life. But there’s still an hour to go before the Museo Lamborghini opens its doors to the public, the lights are dimmed and all is eerily calm. I sit alone for a few moments in quiet contemplation, [...]
Energy drinks to keep you motivated on your fitness journey August 9, 2024 An energy drink to keep you going through that slump could be a saving grace, but you want to put the right things to put into your body.
Big winners at the WineGB Awards, from Chapel Down to Langham August 8, 2024 As a patriotic wine lover there are few afternoons more exciting and uplifting than the WineGB Awards. We are smashing it when it comes to creating world class bottles and this year was remarkable for the British regions producing exceptional at award-winning levels. Wines from no less than 13 countries won trophies this year, with [...]