Life
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From the United States to Japan, here's a list of the most secret of 'secret' beaches
Some want to check out the world's famous beaches with their own eyes to get their prized picture. And then some prefer to beat their own path towards more discreet, less accessible seaside locations
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What does the job of 'chief resilience officer' entail?
It's a profession that didn't exist until a few years ago. But, with the impact of climate change, several cities have taken direct action by appointing "chief resilience officers"
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Brewtiful: Heineken's limited-edition sneakers have beer-filled soles
Forget sneakers with soles that give off flashes of light with each step, or even those with built-in glitter. Heineken has managed to incorporate beer into the soles of a pair of sneakers to promote its new lager
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Dawn dating: Why many singles are choosing to meet up with potential partners in the AM
Among the new forms of dating, one that has recently been in the spotlight is called "dawn dating." It's a simple concept that consists of exchanging evenings in bars for romantic mornings
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Laal Singh Chaddha: Bollywood seeks boost with 'Forrest Gump' remake
Aamir Khan is banking on a remake of Hollywood feelgood hit "Forrest Gump" to revive the fortunes of Hindi-language Bollywood, after a string of weak box-office showings
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Issey Miyake: seamless innovator of avant-garde style
Alongside Rei Kawakubo and Yohji Yamamoto, Issey Miyake was part of a wave of young Japanese designers who made their mark in the French capital from the mid-1970s, following the lead of fashion greats Kenzo Takada and Hanae Mori
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How digital nomads manage their online reputation
Without restricting themselves on how they post, these digital nomads don't hesitate to remind their colleagues or clients that they are still at work, even if they're in Bali or Australia
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From co-working space to restaurant, here's what happens after boats retire
Boats are offering new kinds of living, working and playing spaces, popular for daily activities on a small or large scale. But some companies are taking the original idea even further and taking boats completely out of the water, off the shore to live a second life on dry land
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Flight tracking exposure irks billionaires and baddies
How to upset Russian freight companies, Elon Musk, Chinese authorities and Kylie Jenner in one go? Track their jets
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Hong Kong mahjong carver among the last of his kind
70-year-old Cheung Shun-king takes five days to complete the process of carving and colouring his tiles. Many of his customers buy sets as souvenirs and often request customised images
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Craft distillers fear mezcal will become the victim of its own success
Craft distillers, who have dedicated their lives to the process, aim to safeguard mezcal's future with measures including seed banks and efforts to showcase artisanal methods