From 25th to 30th May, List Bar presents a special International Burger Week experience, featuring a curated selection of expertly crafted burgers made with premium ingredients, all served in a lively and relaxed setting perfect for social gatherings or unwinding after a long day.

Each burger order is paired with a complimentary pint, adding extra value to this exclusive offering and making it an ideal choice for those looking to enjoy great food in a vibrant atmosphere.

Offer Details
Date: 25th to 30th May | Offer: Buy any burger and enjoy a complimentary pint | Location: List Bar, Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel

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The most consequential changes in business rarely announce themselves. They accumulate quietly in procurement decisions, in vendor reviews, and in sourcing conversations held far from the shop floor. What is happening inside UAE retail supply chains at the moment is exactly that kind of change. In the past, retailers across all formats built their vendor lists around established global suppliers who could deliver volume, compliance maturity, and operational consistency at scale. Local producers, by contrast, sometimes struggled to meet the benchmarks that major buyers required: reliable cold chain infrastructure, internationally recognised food safety certification, and the capacity to scale supply without compromising on delivery windows.

That gap has narrowed considerably, and the timing matters. Investment in UAE logistics infrastructure, including temperature-controlled warehousing, last-mile refrigerated delivery, and the development of alternative trade corridors, such as the Oman-UAE Green Corridor and the east coast ports of Khorfakkan and Fujairah, has given domestic suppliers a credible and sustainable path to retail shelves that simply did not exist half a decade ago.

The impact is most visible at retailers who made early commitments to domestic sourcing. For instance, Organic Foods and Cafe, which works with over 400 vendor partners across local and global supply chains, has tracked the evolution closely. Over the past four years, the composition of its vendor list has shifted meaningfully, with a clear move toward sourcing from closer geographies. This has improved product availability, reduced transit times, and meaningfully lowered the carbon footprint across key categories. The transitions have been most pronounced in beverages, fresh produce, and dairy, categories where domestic producers have invested seriously in quality and consistency. The products now earning space on shelves reflect genuine operational maturity, not simply a preference for local origin. Organic eggs from Risha Farms in Fujairah and fresh organic milk from Organiliciouz in Sharjah, both now stocked consistently, represent a generation of domestic suppliers that would not have met major retailer requirements a few years ago. Alongside them, homegrown brands, including ME Kombucha, Pure Harvest, Humantra, Nothing Silly, and Shake Your Plants, are finding sustained footing in channels that once defaulted to international names as a matter of course.

The broader retail sector is also responding. The Make it in the Emirates initiative, a government-led effort to boost domestic manufacturing and industrial investment initiative, has added meaningful policy weight to what was already becoming commercial common sense, with approved vendor lists across the industry being reviewed through a lens of supply chain resilience rather than simple cost optimisation. That recalibration has been sharpened further by recent events. Retailers who have already embedded local sourcing into their models have proved markedly better positioned to absorb the shock. Alternative freight channels were activated where necessary, but the businesses least exposed were those that had built domestic supplier relationships before disruption made it urgent.

Of course, challenges still remain. The shortage of organically certified local producers is a persistent gap, and the expectation from retailers has not softened, with domestic suppliers held to the same delivery, safety, and scalability standards as their international counterparts. But the pipeline of producers meeting that bar is growing, and the commercial argument has become difficult to dismiss. Faster turnaround, extended shelf life on domestic fresh goods, and meaningful resilience against freight volatility now outweigh the scale advantages that international suppliers once held unchallenged.

The restructuring of UAE retail around homegrown brands was already underway but the current geopolitical situation has expedited it to a new level. It is now being driven by hard commercial experience, enabled by maturing infrastructure, and supported by national policy. And the businesses that recognise it for what it is – a fundamental supply chain shift, not a sourcing trend – will be the ones who shape what UAE retail looks like in the decade ahead.

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At At.mosphere, guests are welcomed to one of the city’s most coveted tables. High within the Burj Khalifa, dining takes on a rare stillness, with Dubai unfolding far below and the horizon dissolving into sky, creating a sense of scale that feels almost otherworldly.

At AED 155, the day moves through four distinct moments from morning to evening. No matter the hour, there’s a moment that fits.

Sunrise in the Sky – Breakfast
A slow start above the city with two organic eggs your style or fluffy pancakes with raspberry jam and vanilla Chantilly, alongside coffee as Dubai wakes beneath you.
Time: 8:00 am to 11:30 am

Business Lunch
A midday selection featuring roasted sea bream with black Venere rice or slow-cooked beef cheek with potato purée, finishing on something light.
Time: 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Afternoon Tea
Delicate sandwiches, warm English scones with jam and artisanal cream, and classic pastries served as the light shifts across the skyline.
Time: 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Golden Hour – Cocktails and Bites
Golden hour takes over with signature cocktails, curated bites, and a skyline that naturally draws you in.
Time: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

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The society sees itself as a point of contact and an active mediator among passengers, airlines, the airport operator, the region, and business and tourism partners. Its approach is holistically aligned with the entire travel chain – from the moment passengers arrive at the airport through their stay in Munich and Bavaria.

Its services include, among other things, personal assistance for Arab guests at the airport, the promotion of cultural understanding, and the development of tailored service offerings such as “Meet & Assist.” The Bavarian-Arab Society works closely with Arab airline representatives and consulates to identify their needs and wishes, translating them into concrete improvements or further optimizing existing offerings.

The close connection between the society and Munich Airport, as well as the strategic importance of the Arab market, is also evident in the leadership structure at the highest level. Dr. Jan-Henrik Andersson, Munich Airport’s Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Security Officer, is also the Bavarian-Arab Society’s president. Andersson and the society’s Vice President, Youssef El Aobaidi, will work together to ensure the continued success of the Bavarian-Arab Association.

Dr. Jan-Henrik Andersson said, “The opening of our new office sends a clear message: Arab guests are warmly welcomed at Munich Airport. This spirit of hospitality should be experienced throughout the entire customer journey, not just in isolated instances.”

The new office opened almost simultaneously with the recently inaugurated Terminal 1 Pier, which is specifically tailored to the needs of Arab travelers with high-quality retail and dining options – including halal-friendly choices and prayer rooms.

“The vision of the Bavarian-Arab Society is to create a vibrant platform for intercultural dialogue and economic exchange, and to strengthen Munich and Bavaria’s appeal as destinations for Arab travelers,” explains Metin Ülker, General Manager of the Bavarian-Arab Society.

With this opening, Munich Airport is signaling its commitment to internationalism, genuine hospitality, and its position as a cosmopolitan, service-oriented hub.

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Owned and operated in the UAE by Al Ahlia Group, Al Ahlia General Trading Company PVT LTD, which was conceived and established in 1979 by a group of prominent UAE Nationals, Vapiano continues to strengthen its presence in the country’s evolving food and beverage landscape.

Known for its fresh ingredients, casual dining atmosphere, and made-to-order culinary experience, Vapiano is now extending its offering into breakfast with a menu designed to appeal to today’s evolving dining preferences. The new breakfast selection has been created to bring together comfort, freshness, convenience, and flavour, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed breakfast experience whether they are starting their workday, meeting friends, taking a slow morning break, or enjoying a weekend gathering.

The launch is especially significant as it represents the first Vapiano Breakfast Menu to be introduced anywhere in the world, with the UAE selected as the pioneering market for this new chapter in the brand’s journey. This global first reflects the UAE’s dynamic dining culture, its appetite for fresh culinary experiences, and its position as a leading market for innovation in the food and beverage sector.

The new breakfast menu features a wide variety of dishes created for different tastes and morning moods. Guests can enjoy wholesome bowls, warm croissant-based favourites, egg dishes, sourdough options, fresh juices, smoothies, coffee, and tea.

The menu also includes comforting favourites such as Classic Omelette and Shakshuka, served on Vapiano’s baked sourdough pizza base. For guests looking for lighter and refreshing options, the menu offers the House Granola Acai Bowl, Mango Chia Pot, and Feel-Good Bowl, alongside freshly squeezed juices and a selection of coffee and tea options.

With the introduction of breakfast, Vapiano aims to become a new morning destination for guests seeking quality, freshness, and a warm social setting. The menu has been designed not only as a food offering, but as a complete morning experience – one that encourages guests to gather, connect, share, and enjoy a different side of Vapiano.

“Breakfast is one of the most important moments of the day, and we are excited to bring the Vapiano experience into this occasion for the very first time,” said Ilenia Alba, Head of Operation. “Launching the first Vapiano Breakfast Menu worldwide in the UAE is a proud milestone for us. This market has always embraced fresh ideas and new dining experiences, making it the perfect place to introduce our breakfast concept. We look forward to welcoming guests to enjoy good mornings, fresh flavours, and memorable moments at Vapiano.”

The introduction of Vapiano Breakfast also responds to a growing demand for morning dining experiences that are casual, social, and high quality. With more guests looking for places that offer both convenience and atmosphere, Vapiano’s breakfast menu creates a new opportunity for people to enjoy the brand earlier in the day.

The Vapiano Breakfast Menu will be available from May 20 across Vapiano UAE outlets at Abu Dhabi Mall, Marina Mall Abu Dhabi, Yas Mall, Bawadi Mall Al Ain, Palm Jumeirah Mall, City Centre Al Zahia, City Centre Deira, and Al Jimi Mall.

For more information, guests can follow @VapianoUAE on social media.

About Vapiano

Vapiano is an international restaurant brand known for its relaxed atmosphere, fresh ingredients, and made-to-order dining experience. With a menu inspired by Italian flavours and a casual social setting, Vapiano brings people together over fresh food, warm hospitality, and memorable dining moments.

In the UAE, Vapiano is owned and operated by Al Ahlia Group, Al Ahlia General Trading Company PVT LTD, which was conceived and established in 1979 by a group of prominent UAE Nationals.

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1. LEVA operates in a space where lifestyle, affordability, and design intersect, what is the brand really trying to solve for modern travellers?

LEVA is fundamentally focused on addressing the growing gap between affordability and quality-driven hospitality experiences. Today’s travellers are increasingly looking for hotels that offer thoughtful design, comfort, flexibility, and strong locations without the premium pricing typically associated with lifestyle hospitality.

The objective is not simply to provide accommodation, but to create spaces that feel practical, contemporary, and experience-oriented for both short and extended stays. This includes offering functional living spaces, flexible stay formats, and an environment that balances convenience with a more relaxed, lifestyle-led atmosphere suited to the evolving expectations of modern travellers.

• As the General Manager of LEVA Hotels, what does success look like for LEVA beyond occupancy and revenue metrics?

Beyond occupancy and revenue, success for LEVA is measured by consistency in guest experience, operational adaptability, and long-term brand relevance within a highly competitive hospitality market.

Guest retention, positive sentiment, and the ability to create a seamless experience across different traveller segments are equally important indicators of performance. Internally, success also means maintaining operational efficiency while building a culture that allows teams to remain agile, service-oriented, and aligned with the brand’s long-term growth strategy.

• You often speak about transforming business complexity into structured growth, what does that look like inside a real hotel operation?

In a hotel environment, structured growth comes from creating operational clarity across multiple moving parts, from revenue management and staffing to guest services and procurement. Hospitality operations are inherently dynamic, particularly in a market like Dubai where demand patterns can shift quickly between corporate, leisure, and event-driven travel.

Transforming complexity into growth means building systems that allow teams to respond efficiently to these fluctuations while maintaining consistency in service delivery. It also involves using data more effectively to guide pricing, resource allocation, and operational planning, ensuring that growth remains sustainable rather than reactive.

• When guests choose LEVA over other Dubai hotels, what “specific experience promise” are they actually buying into?

Guests choosing LEVA are typically buying into a hospitality experience that combines accessibility, comfort, and lifestyle-driven design in a way that feels both practical and contemporary.

The promise is centred around delivering well-located, thoughtfully designed spaces that offer flexibility and ease without unnecessary complexity. Whether travelling for business, leisure, or extended stays, guests are looking for an experience that feels efficient, comfortable, and approachable while still maintaining the quality and atmosphere associated with lifestyle hospitality.

• How has Dubai’s shift toward experience-driven tourism impacted LEVA’s business model?

Dubai’s shift toward experience-driven tourism has reinforced the importance of flexibility and lifestyle positioning within the hospitality sector. Travellers are increasingly placing greater value on convenience, personalised experiences, and hotels that integrate seamlessly into their broader travel plans rather than functioning purely as accommodation providers.

For LEVA, this has strengthened the focus on curated stay experiences, flexible offerings, and value-added services that support both short leisure stays and longer-term guests. It has also increased the importance of location, design, and operational agility in meeting evolving traveller expectations across different demand segments.

• What is the biggest operational challenge in running a lifestyle hotel brand like LEVA in Dubai?

One of the biggest operational challenges is balancing guest expectations for premium, lifestyle-led experiences while maintaining efficiency and accessibility within a highly competitive market. Dubai’s hospitality sector moves at a very fast pace, with constant shifts in traveller behaviour, pricing dynamics, and service expectations.

For lifestyle hotel brands, this requires maintaining consistency in design, service quality, and guest engagement while also remaining operationally agile enough to adapt to changing market conditions. Managing this balance effectively is critical to sustaining both guest satisfaction and long-term operational performance.

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This summer, football fever takes over Dubai as The Coterie Ibn Battuta partners with African + Eastern to launch Festiball at The Coterie Clubhouse by Stella Artois. Running from June 11 to July 19, the high-energy World Cup fan festival promises giant screens, stadium-style energy and unforgettable match-day moments from first kick to the Final.

Designed to capture the energy and unpredictability that makes football so special, Festiball will transform The Coterie into a stadium-style fan destination packed with live entertainment, immersive activations, crowd energy and non-stop tournament action throughout the summer.

Fans can also expect dedicated match-day food and drinks menus including stacked burgers, pies, pastries and loaded chip cones alongside The Coterie’s signature à la carte menu. 

Selected headline fixtures will turn up the energy with CO2 cannons, ultras-style flags, live DJs, drums and MC hosts creating an electric stadium atmosphere right in the heart of Dubai.

Throughout the tournament, fans can expect all-day hops offers, score prediction competitions, match-day prizes and surprise fan moments across every major fixture – with AED 500 vouchers up for grabs during activated games. Ladies can also kick-start selected match days with complimentary drinks before kick-off, while returning fans will unlock exclusive rewards and tournament-long experiences throughout the summer.

Speaking about the launch, Heinrich Spies, General Manager, said:“Festiball is all about bringing people together and recreating the energy, excitement and unpredictability that makes football so special. We wanted to create more than just a place to watch the games – this is a full football festival experience with incredible atmosphere, entertainment and fan moments from start to finish.”

With football fans expected to gather across the city this summer, Festiball at The Coterie Clubhouse by Stella Artois is set to become one of Dubai’s go-to destinations for every goal, chant, celebration and unforgettable match-day moment.

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DABUBU CHOCOLATE has officially arrived in the UAE, launching exclusively online as the first collectible luxury chocolate brand of its kind in Dubai. Blending playful creativity with premium chocolate craftsmanship and Middle Eastern inspired flavours, the brand introduces a completely new confectionery concept designed specifically for the region’s growing luxury and culture-driven consumer market. Consumers can now purchase the launch collection exclusively via www.dabubuchocolate.ae, with delivery available across the UAE.

Created through a collaboration between TACO BRANDS LLC-FZ and A22 FZC, DABUBU CHOCOLATE transforms the iconic Dabubu character into an edible experience inspired by curiosity, nostalgia, art and culture.

The first release introduces a signature 100g chocolate bar featuring a rich blend of salted caramel, dates, baklava and cardamom, a flavour combination never before seen in the UAE, combining familiar regional flavours with a modern premium twist. Each bar also includes DABUBU’s signature mystery chain detail, making every piece instantly recognisable and collectible.

“DABUBU CHOCOLATE was created to be more than just chocolate,” said Werner Coetzee, Co-Founder of TACO BRANDS. “We wanted to build a product that feels playful, premium, visually exciting and deeply connected to the UAE market and culture.”

Manufactured in the UAE and developed specifically for the GCC market, DABUBU CHOCOLATE aims to bridge the gap between luxury gifting, pop culture and modern confectionery. The launch reflects the growing demand for products that are not only high quality, but also experience driven and social media friendly.

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Summer is almost here, and a Greek escape to The Ixian Grand & All Suites in Rhodes deserves to be on the agenda this season. Greece’s largest Dodecanese Island has been luring travellers for centuries, with its UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town, layers of ancient history, and unmissable Aegean golden-hour glow. This five-star retreat is poised on the serene shores of Ixia Bay, just six kilometres from the charming Rhodes Town. ​

At The Ixian Grand & All Suites, the all-inclusive experience captures the heart and soul of Mediterranean living, inviting a sense of calm where both mind and body can truly reset. Days drift by effortlessly – poolside lounging, beachfront cocktails, and the freedom to explore six exceptional restaurants and bars at a leisurely pace. Across six exceptional restaurants and bars, guests can journey from bold Japanese-Peruvian fusion at Muza Htista to the Mediterranean flavours of Vis-à-Vis, Alazonia, and Milonges – every meal a fresh, vibrant celebration of the island’s finest ingredients.

This summer, Rhodes comes alive with a packed calendar of events – from the Rhodes Soul Festival (1-8 June) and Lindos Rock Festival (10-17 June), to the Rhodes Street Food Festival (3-12 July) where live music, global flavours and community spirit come together in the ancient town. ​

Whether after romance, rest, or a reunion with friends, The Ixian Grand & All Suites is the ultimate setting for a summer escape worth remembering.

The Ixian Grand & All Suites is offering those who book directly via the hotel’s website for 7+ nights, Stay & Dine Experience which includes:

• Two Free A la Carte dinners per stay

• One Dine Out Experience at a local restaurant with Authentic Greek Cuisine per stay.

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J.P. Morgan today announced its 27th annual Summer Reading List, a curated collection of books selected to broaden perspectives and spark new ideas.

“Nothing beats summer as a time for rest, reflection and renewal,” said Darin Oduyoye, Chief Communications Officer of J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management. “This year’s list is an invitation to explore, find inspiration and discover memorable new adventures—powered by the written word.”

The 2026 book selections span timely themes shaping leadership and society, including how breakthrough ideas happen, responsible AI, navigating global change, performance and longevity. The list also features visually stunning titles across art, culture, design and travel, transporting readers from lemon groves in Los Angeles to the hidden gardens of Beijing’s Forbidden City.

NextList Summer Series returns for its second year

J.P. Morgan also announced the return of the NextList Summer Series for the second year, an extension of the NextList launched in November that highlights what’s new and noteworthy across arts, culture and more. This year’s four selections feature experiences from every corner of the globe, including a Broadway show that’s a love letter to New York City, Scandinavia’s premier car and lifestyle event, a longevity-driven wellness escape spanning Mexico, Spain and the UAE, among other destinations.

J.P. Morgan Client Advisors from around the globe submitted hundreds of nonfiction titles and experiences to curate both lists. Each contribution was evaluated and selected for its timeliness, quality and resonance with the firm’s global client base.

The 2026 Summer Reading List selections are:

How Great Ideas Happen: The Hidden Steps Behind Breakthrough Success
By George Newman
Cognitive scientist George Newman reframes creativity as discovery—not a lightning strike, but a skill you can practice. Drawing on research from psychology and innovation, he shows how the best creators work more like archaeologists: scanning widely, digging with intention and refining what they find. Vivid examples bring the method to life, from Jackson Pollock’s “drip” paintings shaped by patterns in nature to Korean filmmakers’ genre creation from remixing influences into something new. The result is a repeatable framework for finding better ideas at work and in life.

The Infinity Machine: Demis Hassabis, DeepMind, and the Quest for Superintelligence
By Sebastian Mallaby
Follow Demis Hassabis’s unlikely path, from North London chess prodigy and teenage coder to leader of Google’s most ambitious AI efforts, in a deeply reported account with rare access. Drawing on hours of interviews with Hassabis, Mallaby captures frontier AI’s high-stakes reality—talent wars, soaring compute costs and the pull of discovery. Vivid scenes show breakthroughs in biology and cognition reshaping power in tech and beyond. The result is both a character-driven biography and a portrait of a field moving to the center of global attention.

AI for Good: How Real People Are Using Artificial Intelligence to Fix Things That Matter
By Josh Tyrangiel
AI for Good offers a refreshing, real-world look at how artificial intelligence is already helping people solve everyday challenges. Drawing on stories from initiatives like Operation Warp Speed, Josh Tyrangiel shows AI at its best: a powerful tool that helps teams make sense of complex data and deliver results. From government services and healthcare to classrooms and community support, the book follows teachers, doctors and public servants using AI to enhance human judgment and improve outcomes. Clear-eyed about the hard work of change, AI for Good delivers an optimistic, actionable roadmap for putting AI to work—responsibly and with impact—right now.

America: The Imagination of a Nation
By Assouline and Joel Stein
Framed as a sweeping tribute to the American experiment tied to the 250th anniversary of the United States, America: The Imagination of a Nation traces how the nation’s ideas became icons through dream, myth, frontier, culture, style and global influence. It spans founding touchstones like Benjamin Franklin and the Declaration of Independence and enduring symbols such as the flag and the Statue of Liberty. Along the way, it offers vivid vignettes—from the cowboy myth and Route 66 to Coca-Cola, Hollywood, Levi’s and the moon landing—showing how American identity has been invented, challenged and remade across generations.

Crisis Engineering: Time-Tested Tools for Turning Chaos into Clarity
By Marina Nitze, Matthew Weaver & Mikey Dickerson
When systems fail and playbooks break down, Crisis Engineering offers a practical field guide to leading through high-stakes chaos. Crisis-response experts Marina Nitze, Matthew Weaver and Mikey Dickerson of Layer Aleph draw on decades of work across industry and government to lay out a hands-on framework for stabilizing situations and driving durable recovery. Using real-world stories—from the HealthCare.gov rescue to wildfire response and pandemic logistics—they show how crises unfold, why instinctive leadership moves can backfire and how to regain clarity fast. With tools like the “five signals of a crisis,” this book helps leaders stand up an effective crisis response when it matters most.

The Coming Storm: Power, Conflict and Warnings from History
By Odd Arne Westad
Yale historian Odd Arne Westad uses the run-up to World War I as a warning for today’s geopolitics, arguing that familiar patterns—rising powers, anxious empires and misread signals—can turn local crises into global conflict. He revisits 1914 to highlight preventable errors like rigid alliances, rushed mobilization and ambiguity that left too little room for diplomacy. Westad then maps those dynamics onto modern flashpoints, showing how contested borders and great-power competition can escalate quickly. The book closes with practical policy ideas aimed at reducing the risk of catastrophic miscalculation.

Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose
By Jennifer Breheny Wallace
Award-winning journalist Jennifer Wallace argues that “mattering”—feeling valued and having the chance to add value—is a core human need. Blending research with real stories, she shows what happens when that need goes unmet and how it can be rebuilt. Wallace introduces the “mattering core,” a practical framework focused on recognizing your impact, being relied on (but not too much), feeling prioritized and being truly known. With actionable takeaways, Mattering offers a blueprint for building cultures where people feel seen, supported and purposeful at home, work and in their communities.

Coachable: How the Greatest Performers Reach Their Highest Potential
By Ric Bucher
After decades covering elite sports, NBA analyst Ric Bucher set out to answer what truly separates the best from the rest. In conversations with champions Michael Jordan, Tom Brady, Diana Taurasi, Brandi Chastain and Stephen Curry, one theme kept surfacing: coachability as the quiet X factor behind sustained greatness. Built around Bucher’s “10 Truths of Coachability,” the book pairs practical takeaways with behind-the-scenes stories from legends and the coaches who shaped them, including Gregg Popovich, Steve Kerr and Coach K. Here’s a playbook for business leaders looking to improve performance, build culture and lead under pressure.

The Stimulated Mind: Future-Proof Your Brain from Dementia and Stay Sharp at Any Age
By Dr. Tommy Wood
Neuroscientist and physician Dr. Tommy Wood—also a Formula 1 sports performance coach focused on lifelong brain health—challenges the idea that cognitive decline is inevitable. He introduces “headroom,” the mental capacity you can build and protect over time, and explains why everyday focus problems and rising dementia risk deserve the same attention we give heart health. Grounded in Wood’s research and real-world performance coaching, the book maps practical levers you can maneuver to keep the brain adaptable. The Stimulated Mind offers a clear, actionable playbook for staying sharp now and supporting long-term cognitive longevity for decades.

Light and Thread
By Han Kang
Translated by Maya West, e. yaewon & Paige Aniyah Morris
Nobel Prize–winning author Han Kang’s first English-language nonfiction is a luminous collection that includes her Nobel Lecture. Blending essays, poems, photographs and diary fragments, she explores how creative work and everyday life shape purpose and meaning. At its center is her north-facing courtyard garden, sustained by reflected sunlight as she moves mirrors through the day—an image of tending what matters when light feels scarce. Intimate and meditative, Light and Thread reflects on finding meaning, and light, after darkness.

Irreplaceable: 60 of Humanity’s Most Treasured Places
By the World Monuments Fund
With contributions by Bénédicte de Montlaur, André Aciman, Andrew Solomon and Brinda Somaya
From Angkor Wat and Babylon to Easter Island and the hidden gardens of Beijing’s Forbidden City, this lavishly illustrated volume highlights 60 landmark sites across centuries and continents. Produced by the World Monuments Fund, it pairs striking photography with sharp essays on what’s at stake as climate change, conflict, financial strain and overtourism threaten irreplaceable places. The result is a “museum without walls”—and a compelling call to protect the world’s shared cultural legacy.

Keith Haring in 3D
By Larry Warsh and Glenn Adamson
With contributions from Dieter Buchhart, David Galloway, Francis M. Naumann, Lowery Stokes Sims and Robert Storr
A fresh, immersive look at Keith Haring that highlights a less-discussed part of his legacy: the bold three-dimensional work he made far beyond the page and subway wall. From painted objects and everyday surfaces—cars, vases and even appliances—to collaborations spanning fashion, performance and music, the breadth of work shows how Haring turned the world into a canvas. Published alongside a major exhibition at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the book pairs curator and scholar essays with 350+ striking illustrations and archival photographs that capture Haring’s collaborative spirit and enduring cultural reach.

Squeeze Me: Lemon Recipes & Art
By Ruthie Rogers and Ed Ruscha
Celebrated chef Ruthie Rogers, founder of London’s River Café, teams up with iconic contemporary artist Ed Ruscha, who tends a lemon grove at his Los Angeles home, for a bright, collectible ode to the lemon. Across 50 inventive recipes, Rogers turns citrus into the main event, from risotto al limone and vibrant salads to a showstopping lemon tart. The result is a cookbook that’s as practical as it is joyful, designed for cooks who want big flavor without fuss. Ruscha’s original images, created for this project, elevate each page, making the everyday lemon feel like art.

We Are the World (Cup): A Personal History of the World’s Greatest Sporting Event
By Roger Bennett
Roger Bennett—#1 New York Times bestselling author and the creator of Men in Blazers—delivers a joyous, deeply personal history of the World Cup from the late 1970s through 2022. Blending reporting with fandom, he shows how the tournament fuses geopolitics, pop culture and national identity into unforgettable “where-were-you” moments, from sudden upsets to single plays that redefine careers. Bennett also traces soccer’s rise in the United States, from a 1970s/1980s afterthought to a modern obsession, and how Men in Blazers helped fuel that surge. Big-hearted, funny and sharp, the book’s spirit captures how the World Cup feels like the world’s greatest shared story.

NextList Summer Series

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)

NEW YORK, NY

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) bursts with laughter, escapism and charm. The story follows two wedding guests: Dougal, an endlessly optimistic Brit visiting New York City for the marriage of the father he’s never met, and Robin, the bride’s sharp, no-nonsense sister. As they journey across the city, their differing perspectives give way to something unexpected. Fresh, funny and full of heart, this original musical is both a love letter to New York and a celebration of the joy in human connection.

The Aurora

BÅSTAD, SWEDEN

The Aurora is a groundbreaking automotive concours and lifestyle event, bringing together some of the world’s most exceptional cars in a celebration of culture, design and craftsmanship. Set in Båstad on Sweden’s west coast, often referred to as the Swedish Riviera, the event showcases over 500 cars across the weekend. At its heart is the Dual-Concours, where 68 cars compete across a Classic Car and Hypercar Concours, with entries from Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, the Middle East and Australia. Blending engines, luxury, elegance and high-energy excitement, The Aurora is a must-see summer experience.

Calder. Rêver en équilibre

FONDATION LOUIS VUITTON

PARIS, FRANCE

“Calder. Rêver en équilibre” at the Fondation Louis Vuitton marks both the centenary of Alexander Calder’s arrival in France and the 50th anniversary of his death. In collaboration with the Calder Foundation and major international lenders, the exhibition brings together nearly 300 works (mobiles, stabiles, wire pieces, paintings, drawings, jewelry), encompassing roughly 50 years of the artist’s work. From the Cirque Calder performances to monumental sculptures, this comprehensive retrospective illuminates Calder’s bold imagination and vibrant experimentalism. A can’t-miss exhibition that will leave visitors “dreaming in balance.”

SHA

ALBIR BAY, SPAIN

COSTA MUJERES, MEXICO

ALJURF, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

SHA, a global leader in health optimization and longevity, offers its guests highly tailored experiences in properties on coastal Spain, in the Mexican Caribbean and soon in the United Arab Emirates. Its integrated, science-led method combines targeted nutrition, advanced diagnostics, preventive and precision medicine, and evidence-based therapies—designed to enhance sleep, reduce inflammation, optimize weight, and elevate cognitive and physical performance. SHA supports lasting lifestyle transformation, as well as regenerative medicine, cellular therapies, proactive diagnostics and executive health, defining it as The Home of True Health Optimization.

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