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The Mercedes-Benz E450 is a midsize mild-hybrid luxury sedan that’s been completely redesigned for 2024. I was impressed with the Benz’s mild-hybrid engine, refined cabin, and immersive technology experience. But I didn’t like the E450’s lack of physical controls and its near-six-figure price. Thank you for subscribing! Access your favorite topics on the go with your personalized feed. Download the App By clicking “Sign Up”, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe at any time by visiting your settings page or clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of our emails. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has long…

Location: Petah Tikva, Am Moshevat district. Apartment area: 130 square meters. Interior design and architecture: Michael Ohayon. Furniture: Try Furniture.In the heart of the M Hamoshavot neighborhood of Petah Tikva, designer and architect Michael Ohayon has designed an apartment that is a contemporary luxury space. The owners, a married couple whose children are now independent, wanted to renovate their 15-year-old home and create a luxurious vacation atmosphere even when they were at home.Ohayon said: “I was delighted to realise the potential of the apartment from our first meeting. The homeowners were considering selling the property and investing in a…

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveler (UK).Thirty years ago, when Bex Ndlovu started guiding near a village in Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park, safaris were very different. Back then, functional camps were the norm, offering simple, back-to-nature experiences for rugged wildlife enthusiasts. Interaction with the animals was more important than comfort with the creatures. “It wasn’t so much the nature of the accommodation, it was the experience of spending time in these remote places with your guide,” Ndlovu says.Since then, what he calls “luxury spaces” have boomed in popularity, driven by changing customer tastes for upscale, relaxed experiences. “It’s…

BUCHAREST, Romania — Romanian authorities removed a fleet of luxury vehicles from the home of controversial social media celebrity Andrew Tate on Saturday, days after he was placed under house arrest following new human trafficking allegations. Tate, 37, and her brother Tristan Tate, 36, are both former kickboxers and dual British and American nationals with millions of followers on social media and a reputation for their misogynistic views. They are already awaiting trial in Romania along with two women. They were charged with human trafficking and forming a criminal organisation to exploit women. Andrew Tate was also charged with rape…

When I asked my colleague what hotel he would recommend for him and his wife to celebrate their 36th wedding anniversary (a “double chai”), he answered without hesitation, “R48.” “I think it’s the best hotel I’ve ever stayed at, not just in Israel, but in the whole world!”After my recent stay, I have to agree.Located at 48 Rothschild Street in Tel Aviv (hence the name), R48 Hotel and Gardens is an 11-room boutique hotel with meticulously designed interiors housed in a classic Bauhaus-style building that for years was an unsightly ruin used by drug dealers and the homeless. No…

Romanian police have seized another luxury supercar from Andrew Tate’s home following new allegations of human trafficking and sex crimes.Andrew, along with his brother Tristan, are being investigated over allegations that a 17-year-old girl was trafficked to the UK and “coerced into performing sexual acts for the purpose of producing pornographic material”.10The Ferrari SF90 Stradale is removed from Andrew Tait’s home in Voluntari, near Bucharest, Romania. Photo: Reuters10Undercover police officers walk as authorities remove a Lamborghini Huracan from Andrew Tate’s home on the outskirts of Bucharest. Photo credit: AP10Authorities recover the Ferrari 812 Competizione that was taken from Andrew Tate’s…

Key Highlights- Italian police have conducted raids on suppliers for Dior, uncovering exploitative labor practices.- Investigations revealed that some workers were making as low as $2 per hour to produce high-end handbags.-Prosecutors allege that Dior was aware of these practices and failed to take adequate measures to address them.-The scandal has raised serious concerns about ethical sourcing and production within the luxury fashion industry.-This situation highlights the stark contrast between the high retail prices of luxury goods and the low wages paid to those involved in their creation.IntroductionChristian Dior is known for luxury and high fashion. The brand is facing…

Romanian authorities have seized a collection of luxury cars owned by Andrew Tate, who was placed under house arrest a few days ago, as part of an investigation into serious new allegations of human trafficking against him and his brother Tristan.According to the Associated Press, luxury vehicles seized from the Tate estate included Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Mercedes-Benzes, McLarens and even a classic red Lada. These seizures come after a coordinated operation by Romania’s anti-organized crime agency, DIICOT, which searched four properties in Bucharest and Ilfov County just two days earlier. The searches led to the detention of six people, including the…

Italian authorities have launched an investigation into whether the sinking of the luxury yacht “Bayesian,” which killed seven people, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, was a case of manslaughter.Prosecutor Ambrogio Cartosio said on Saturday that the investigation was not currently aimed at any specific individuals, but that crimes of manslaughter and causing the sinking of the ship “probably have been committed.”The Basian sank off the port of Porticello, near the Sicilian capital of Palermo, during an unexpected storm early on Monday. Fifteen people, including Lynch’s wife and the yacht’s owner, Angela Bacarès, were rescued from the sea.After a frantic…

Simone Biles is enjoying her blissful days in Paris, celebrating her Olympic victory with a brand new car. The most decorated gymnast was all smiles as she posed on the roof of her brand new Mercedes G-Wagon for a photo in an Instagram Story on Thursday (August 22).In the post, she shared a photo of herself sitting on the outside of an old matte black Mercedes G-Wagon with the caption, “Drop the old,” along with a teary-eyed and black heart emoji. In the next photo, she poses on top of a new white Mercedes G-Wagon, reportedly the 2025 version of…