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Why Ferrari thinks the Amalfi Spider can work in Southeast Asia
Traffic, tropical weather and high ownership costs make this a demanding region for convertibles. Ferrari’s latest Spider has been engineered with those everyday realities in mind.
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Why Japan has become one of watchmaking’s biggest sources of inspiration
From cherry blossoms and Hokusai prints to traditional lacquer and contemporary art, watch brands are looking to Japan for some of their most distinctive designs.
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Why this Sentosa Cove house was wrapped in charred black timber
Architect Pan Yi Cheng used shou sugi ban, the Japanese technique of charring timber, to transform an ageing waterfront bungalow into a calmer, more cohesive home.
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Samsung must pay Swatch Group US$11.6 million over ‘knock-off’ smartwatch faces
The digital watch faces mimicked designs from brands including Omega, Longines, Tissot, Breguet and Blancpain, with a London judge ruling that their presence on Samsung’s app store damaged Swatch Group’s interests.
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Audemars Piguet brings rare watches and watchmaking demonstrations to Singapore
The free exhibition at the National Museum of Singapore explores the Swiss manufacture’s history, from astronomical complications and openworking to chiming watches.
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From burgundy to crimson: 10 striking red watches for 2026
Watchmakers including Cartier, Chanel, Patek Philippe and Tudor are exploring red through rich lacquer, precious stones and inventive case construction.
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Nike and Adidas are back in the running shoe race
On and Hoka seized their chance when the sportswear giants lost ground. Now Nike and Adidas are accelerating again – and the challengers are starting to slow.
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Why this Jakarta house has almost no visible windows
Designed by Indonesian architect Andra Matin, this bold black house in Bintaro uses narrow openings, greenery and clever spatial planning to bring in light and air while preserving the homeowner’s privacy.
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Mercedes-Benz is rethinking the car showroom with its new Singapore Studio
Opening at Gardens by the Bay, the brand’s first Southeast Asian Studio combines new cars with art installations, food, retail and community programming.
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Why the suit is making a comeback – and becoming easier to wear
Women’s tailoring is loosening up, with softer cuts, oversized silhouettes and lighter fabrics making the suit more versatile than ever.
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