The 1953 British Mount Everest expedition

was the ninth mountaineering expedition to attempt the first ascent of Mount Everest, and the first confirmed to have succeeded when Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay reached the summit on Friday, 29 May 1953. Led by Colonel John Hunt, it was organised and financed by the Joint Himalayan Committee. News of the expedition's success reached London in time to be released on the morning of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation, 2 June.
6 November 2019

Centre Pompidou Rolls the Dice on Cultural Diplomacy, Opening a Partner Location in Shanghai

The French president helps launch the Paris museum's Asian outpost.
6 November 2019

Escaping to isolated bliss with Project Ö, the self-sustainable cabin, Finland

Located on the very edge of Finland’s Archipelago National Park, planted on a completely untouched island, sits Project Ö, the self-sustainable cabins.
30 October 2019

How Art Played an Integral Role in the Construction of 181 Fremont, San Francisco’s Newest Skyscraper

The city's third-tallest building boasts an in-house gallery and an impressive collection of over 120 artworks.
30 October 2019

See How Artist Beatriz Milhazes Transformed Cartier Hudson Yards With a Dazzling Installation Made From Thousands of Precious Stones

The Brazilian artist debuted a life-size hanging mobile comprised of Cartier stones in New York.
24 October 2019

Five Energy Peaks Are Transforming the Market

The business need to navigate rapid change at scale is nowhere more pressing than in the global energy industry. This year’s World Energy Scenarios report, published by the World Energy Council in collaboration with Accenture Strategy and the Paul Scherrer Institute, drives this point home.
24 October 2019

See The Statue Of Liberty’s Italian Sister – And Possible Inspiration – In A Special Exhibit On Ellis Island

Three years before the Statue of Liberty was erected in New York Harbor, a similar monument, representing equivalent values, was installed at the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence. Designed by different sculptors, they’re finally in dialogue and they have a lot to say to each other.
17 October 2019

When Will the Party Be Over for Oil?

Now the dominant energy source, despite the glamor of renewables, the day it will peak may be in 2050.
17 October 2019

The World of Fine Wine Announces the World’s Best Wine Lists

Now in its sixth edition, the annual World’s Best Wine Lists are renowned as the Michelin stars of the wine list world.
9 October 2019

How to Buy a Yacht

There’s no way around it: A superyacht is a passion investment that likely won’t increase in value. But if you’re set on buying one, here’s what you need to know.
9 October 2019

Miner Alrosa Finds Russian Doll-Type Diamond With Another Gem Inside

Alrosa PJSC found a small, but unique diamond that has another gem moving freely inside it, resembling a traditional Russian Matryoshka doll.
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Events

Head of LifeStyle to join the culture of the Viennese Ball

Ball, based on the Viennese tradition - not just a beautiful event. This is a cultural event, a tradition of communication and etiquette, a touch of creativity and art, beautiful outfits, faces and new acquaintances.
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Proper partnership – not only business, but also pleasure

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Friendly visit to the opening of a unique exhibition in the Hermitage

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People

My first immersion into Finance.

Daria Melkher, a student of the Higher School of Economics, is sharing her experience of being an intern at Aravana. 
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For people who are about to embark upon their careers

For people who are about to embark upon their careers, the Company has an internship system that reveals insights into several business areas in order for a future expert to choose a specialty accurately.
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