Don't get caught out by new Buy Now Pay Later rules

BBC - Nov 1, 2026

New affordability checks mean you could be blocked from using Buy Now Pay Later but here are ways to avoid it.

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The L.A. Times 2026 Gift Guide

Nov 1, 2026

The L.A. Times 2026 Gift Guide

The best stocking stuffers, gift shops, gifts under $40, food gifts, experiences, gifts for walkers and hikers, and many more finds are in the L.A. Times Holiday Gift Guide.

ACLU’s Anthony Romero Says CEOs Are ‘Ducking the Hard Issues’

Nov 1, 2026

ACLU’s Anthony Romero Says CEOs Are ‘Ducking the Hard Issues’

Anthony Romero has led the American Civil Liberties Union since 2001. He worries that Americans have fewer rights now.

Cyril Hilsum, Who Helped Invent Flat-Panel Displays in TVs and iPhones, Has Died at 101

Nov 1, 2026

Cyril Hilsum, Who Helped Invent Flat-Panel Displays in TVs and iPhones, Has Died at 101

The man who helped develop the technology for liquid crystal displays — the screens in flat-panel televisions and laptops — has died at 101.

Co-own 45 Homes in the World’s Most Coveted Destinations

Nov 1, 2026

Co-own 45 Homes in the World’s Most Coveted Destinations

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Everyone Talks About Split And Dubrovnik, But Rovinj Might Be Croatia’s Most Underrated Holiday Spot

Nov 1, 2026

Everyone Talks About Split And Dubrovnik, But Rovinj Might Be Croatia’s Most Underrated Holiday Spot

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New Hong Kong cafes and coffee shops to get your caffeine fix in November 2026

Nov 1, 2026

New Hong Kong cafes and coffee shops to get your caffeine fix in November 2026

After a caffeine-fuelled October, where there was seemingly a coffee festival occurring somewhere in the city every week, things have settled down to more regular programming. This month, cafe brands from Korea and Japan have opened new outlets, while a local newcomer offers espresso-based drinks as well as non-coffee options such as matcha and hojicha. Read on to find out more. 1. FM Coffee Hong Kong is now home to the first international outpost of Busan-based speciality coffee shop FM Coffee,...

Energy bills help 'doesn't go far enough'

Nov 1, 2026

Energy bills help 'doesn't go far enough'

Families in the West Midlands say they are worried about paying winter energy bills.

Diwali hampers to bring hope to families in need

Nov 1, 2026

Diwali hampers to bring hope to families in need

The Diwali Basket Brigade volunteers want to help vulnerable households with rising food prices.

A Long Way from Winter: SuperEscapes Shares Far-Flung Sunshine Deals

Nov 1, 2026

A Long Way from Winter: SuperEscapes Shares Far-Flung Sunshine Deals

British holidaymakers may be watching their spending, but their appetite for travel shows little sign of slowing. Research published in October by ABTA found that value for money was the main reason almost half (48%) of package holidaymakers chose to book a package, up from 43% the previous year. Travel agency SuperEscapes is showing what travellers can get for their money this winter, with long-haul getaways starting from £799pp for eight nights in Thailand, including return flights.

Tourism Solomons Unveils New Destination Identity

Nov 1, 2026

Tourism Solomons Unveils New Destination Identity

Marking a new era for Solomon Islands on the international tourism stage, Tourism Solomons is poised to launch a global brand refresh drawing on the destination’s authenticity, adventure, culture and conservation through a distinctive new identity: Hapi Isles – Real, Rare, Raw. Announcing the initiative, which references a nickname bestowed upon the destination in the 1960s, Tourism Solomons CEO, Andrew Nihopara said the underlying ethos of the new campaign was to build a clear understanding of what makes Solomon Islands distinct from anywhere else on the planet.

Tipai introduces guided night walks to explore nocturnal wildlife near Tipeshwar Sanctuary

Nov 1, 2026

Tipai introduces guided night walks to explore nocturnal wildlife near Tipeshwar Sanctuary

Tipai by Wildlife Luxuries has introduced guided night walks at its 15-key boutique retreat near Maharashtra’s Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary. Led by naturalists, the experience allows guests to observe nocturnal species, including scorpions under ultraviolet light, listen for Indian nightjars and identify signs of owl activity, adding an after-dark dimension to wildlife tourism.

‘More freedom’: Chinese cheongsams get reinvented by Hong Kong fashion designer

Nov 1, 2026

‘More freedom’: Chinese cheongsams get reinvented by Hong Kong fashion designer

For her Bamboo collection released in February 2026, Hong Kong fashion designer Leah Shiu dived into the symbolism of Chinese knots such as pankou, or frog knots. “There are, like, 100 different kinds of knots, and each has its own significance,” says the 28-year-old. “I try and make sure that my customers understand the meaning of a Chinese knot – the fact that it’s like an infinity sign and represents longevity. “I want to educate the consumer on Chinese aesthetics, philosophies and...

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