Sanjeev Ahluwalia | Clear, Transparent Rules Vital to Fight Graft in...

How to ensure that State powers — concentrated at the top -- reconcile with the liberties and rights of citizens, has been an ancient puzzle. The Arthashastra, circa 329 BC — an ancient treatise on statecraft and political power — cautions that it...

XS.com Review 2025: Is It a Safe & Regulated Broker?

No longer the preserve of wealthy individuals or major companies and organizations, trading has turned into a widespread endeavor that people from all walks of life and income levels can participate in. The advent of online trading platforms has...

King Charles’ beloved Aston Martin which is ‘fuelled by wine’ seen for first time in 3 years as it’s loaded onto truck

THE King’s beloved Aston Martin has been wheeled out for the first time in three years. The DB6 Volante — which Charles lent to Prince William on his wedding day — was loaded on to a truck for its annual service earlier this week. 4 King Charles'...

Feast in the Kitchen: Chef Diane Kochilas

13,000+ Montclair locals are already in the know—are you? Stay informed with our free newsletters for the latest news, events, and local stories. If there’s one thing that makes a Greek kitchen feel alive, it’s the magic of a chef who knows how to...

Abercrombie & Kent Reveals 2027 Lineup of Private Jet Journeys

Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) has announced the 2027 collection of Private Jet Journeys. Following the success of A&K’s 2026 Private Jet collection, which is almost sold out, the luxury adventure travel company has unveiled the four itineraries being...

What is chikungunya virus? French holiday hotspot hit with over 100 cases amid warning to tourists

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Experts call for adoption of “Blue Values “framework to safeguard Indian Ocean benefits for people and nature

Panellists during the Blue Values Special Session at the 13ᵗʰ Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) Scientific Symposium held in Mombasa, Kenya. Photo by Kelvin Muchiri/CIFOR-ICRAF. Mombasa, Kenya – 3 October 2025: Marine...

Undiscovered Destinations Ventures Into the Unknown With Extraordinary 2025-27 Group Tours

Award-winning tour operator Undiscovered Destinations is unveiling its carefully crafted collection of small group and tailor-made journeys for 2025–2027, reinforcing its position as one of the UK’s leading specialists in authentic, truly...

Palau leader in ‘world first’ underwater interview

SYDNEY – The President of tiny Pacific island nation Palau has sunk to new depths – claiming to be the first world leader to conduct a live interview immersed entirely underwater. In a bid to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the...

The best places for a honeymoon in winter

You’ve said your vows, heard (or endured) the speeches, cut the cake and danced your first dance – now it’s time to kick-start married life with an unforgettable trip. Wondering where to honeymoon in winter? Whether you want tropical beaches,...

SEC declares another popular investment scheme a Ponzi, warns Nigerians

The SEC has sent a note of warning to Nigerians to be cautious about investing with AfriQuantumX The commission described it as an unregistered and potentially fraudulent platform associated with Ponzi schemes SEC urged Nigerians to verify the...

Maldives ranked no. 1 island in Africa and Indian Ocean by Condé Nast Traveller

Maldives has once again affirmed its position as a leading global island destination, being ranked No. 1 in Africa and the Indian Ocean at the Condé Nast Traveller 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, announced on 7 October 2025. The annual Readers’...

8 Biggest Luxury Cruising Trends of 2026

Cruising—especially luxury cruising—has never been more tantalizing. With new ships coming online with a keen eye on design and spaciousness, expeditions reaching into wild coasts beyond the poles, and exclusive access to designer homes and the...

8 Luxury Cruising Trends for 2026 That Everyone Will Be Talking About

8 Biggest Luxury Cruising Trends of 2026 Seabourn - Hearst Owned "Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Cruising—especially luxury cruising—has never been more tantalizing. With new ships...

Best Places to Travel in the Month of October

By the time October rolls around, the air is just cool enough to tempt a suitcase out of storage. Many places even clear up for the final stretch of the year. That sweet spot—right before winter sets in but after summer’s rush—is when places...

The blueprint for wealth: TenTrade convenes Market Leaders to define Africa’s trading future 

The October 11th summit by TenTrade brings together top-performing partners and financial experts to share advanced trading and partnership strategies tailored for Africa’s evolving financial landscape. Attendees will gain insights into scaling...

Global forum calls for scientific marine spatial planning, applauding China's cooperative efforts

The 3rd Marine Spatial Planning Cooperation Workshop for Maritime Silk Road Partner Countries and the Conference of the Marine Spatial Planning Partnership, hosted by the China Oceanic Development Foundation (CODF), is held in Beijing from...

Australia Supports Vietnam’s UN Peacekeepers

Department of Defence Excitement and nerves accompanied Vietnam’s youngest peacekeeper into South Sudan. Captain Do Hoang Thanh Tam, 23, joined 62 Vietnam People’s Army medical personnel on an Australian C-17A Globemaster in late September,...

Trump’s Gaza peace plan: Searching for solutions

US President Donald Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan has dramatically shifted from a diplomatic proposal to a fragile, high-stakes reality. Following Hamas’s conditional acceptance on October 3 to release all hostages and cede governance, Trump ordered an...

‘I was groomed, and I feel the pain and guilt every day’ Jack Mason reveals all

For five years Jack Mason lived the high life as CEO of Inc & Co, leading acquisitions, integrations and enjoyed all the trappings of success, including private jet trips and a high profile in the media. It seemed like a remarkable achievement for...