What watch thefts tell us about Roman history
Timepiece thefts in the West End of London brings to mind an ancient phenomenon, writes Daisy Dunn
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Spear’s reading room: the best books to read right now
The books to read now, including Joseph Stiglitz on freedom and capitalism and a look at how women built Fifth…
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The Lotus Eletre is the best electric SUV you can buy right now
From the magazine: Under new Chinese ownership, Lotus has produced a futuristic model that somehow manages to be true to…
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The glittering demise of art fraudster Inigo Philbrick
This entertaining tale of the downfall of a Mayfair art world grifter is replete with inside information
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Behind-the-scenes at E1: the new electric powerboat racing series hoping to make waves
A new electric powerboat racing series with teams owned by a Bolivian billionaire and Tom Brady arrives on the world…
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Martin Brudnizki: the interior designer extraordinaire on Annabel’s, whippets and ‘not being boring’
Stephanie Bridger-Linning meets Martin Brudnizki for lunch at Bar Jackie, at the flamboyant Broadwick Soho
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The dark art of the deal: the oligarch who lost a billion in the art market
From the magazine: Dmitry Rybolovlev built a multibillion-dollar fortune and navigated the vagaries of Putin's Russia. But nothing had prepared…
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Patek Philippe brings its Rare Handcrafts Exhibition to London
The event will give visitors the opportunity to explore exquisite craftsmanship of centuries-old artisanal techniques
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Dorchester Collection’s first Middle East hotel is ready for business
The Lana touches down in Dubai’s ‘Business Bay’ – and Spear's was first on the guest list
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Original FX Mayr: in search of ‘the cure’ at the world-renowned medical spa
The Austrian medical spa's unique detox ‘cure’ offers a powerful reset with an emphasis on mindful eating and gut health
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Remembering Princess Ira von Fürstenberg
Nicholas Foulkes recalls the 'remarkable personality' of his friend Ira von Fürstenberg, who died in February
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‘Nightclubs aren’t cool anymore’: meet the new owner of Tramp
Tramp, that legendary nightclub where Sir Mick Jagger and Prince William partied, is set for a quieter, more sophisticated future…
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‘The island was a love story’: Richard Branson on his private Caribbean retreat, Necker
Richard Branson has opened up Necker Island to paying guests. Aisha Alli jets off to speak to the man himself...
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The ‘elephant in the room’: experts tackle HNW mental health and wellbeing issues
The Lanesborough played host to the first Spear’s event focusing on mental health
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Berry Bros. & Rudd opens first spirits shop
As the merchant reports sales of spirits are up 42 per cent, a new store reflects their commitment to the…
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One night in Paris toasting to Bollinger La Grande Année 2015
Champagne Bollinger launched the ‘very special and challenging’ prestige cuvées, La Grande Année and La Grande Année Rosé from the…
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Sky-high wellness: private jets embrace the next frontier of luxury travel
A new programme from VistaJet provides passengers with a service pre-, mid- and post-flight, transforming a private flight into an…
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Michael Schumacher’s bespoke watches to be auctioned
Formula 1 enthusiasts and luxury watch fans have a unique opportunity to own timepieces from the seven-times champion's collection
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Inside the Port Ellen ‘ghost distillery’ as it reopens after 40 years
The reopening of the Port Ellen distillery, which closed in 1983, has been long awaited. Now it’s producing whisky again…
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Ormer Mayfair by Sofian: a hidden gem with charm
A hidden Mayfair gem with charming staff and a stellar tasting menu to please discerning foodies
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