Farah wants name cleared
Mo Farah says drug cheat claims are “killing him” and has urged his coach Alberto Salazar to swiftly disprove the allegations in an exclusive interview with SSNHQ.
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Towcester chief facing BHA charges
Towcester chief executive Kevin Ackerman and jockeys Michael Stainton and Claire Murray are among five people due to answer corruption charges before the disciplinary panel of the British Horseracing Authority on Thursday.
Federer and Nadal ease through
Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal were barely taken out of first gear as they cruised through their first round matches at Wimbledon.
Bloomingdale’s expands US presence with Hawaiian location
Bloomingdale’s new location in Hawaii Department store chain Bloomingdale’s is expanding its presence in the United States will a new location on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. This will be the first Hawaiian location for Bloomingdale’s, and it is expected to open on Nov. 12 at the world’s largest open-air shopping mall in Honolulu. By expanding its presence to include Hawaii, Bloomingdale’s is working to ensure that consumers across the
China slowdown offset by “high-speed” households: report
Rosewood Hotel in Beijing High-speed households in China are expected to account for 90 percent of the increase in consumer spending over the next five years, according to a new report by Boston Consulting Group. This group of consumers is expected to grow from 81 million today to more than 142 million by 2020. Although China has been flagged as a teetering economy, a massive amount of people are being vaulted
Armani brings music appreciation to new channel with Spotify app
Emporio Armani Sounds event photo Italian fashion label Armani is bringing its enthusiasm for music to consumers in a new medium with the launch of a mobile application. The Emporio Armani Sounds app is linked with Spotify, bringing together music and fashion in an original way and offering fans access to artists with exclusive performances, playlists and interviews. Consumers rely on their favorite brands to provide access to the personalities that
5 Unique Ways to See the Grand Canyon
With its vast size, sheer beauty, and unique geological formations, there’s really no way around it: The Grand Canyon is a must-see for every traveler. Outdoor enthusiasts flock here to take advantage of the hiking, rafting, and camping opportunities, while families come to learn about geology and wildlife. There’s no wrong way to visit, but there are ways that will help you beat the crowds and make sure you snap some
Long Weekend in South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe is a city with two faces. Technically, it’s a California leisure destination with stunning natural scenery and year-round outdoor recreation, but it also shares a border with Stateline, Nevada, home to casinos and nightclubs, qualifying as distinctly indoor recreation. The good news is that a long weekend here brings the best of both worlds, making a mini-holiday feel ample. Even better, Tahoe is now an easy-access playground
London's 15 Best New Hotels
For the fifth time in seven years, London has been named the most popular city for international visitors. According to MasterCard’s Global Destination Cities Index, the British capital is expected to end the year with 18.82 million overnight visitors, beating out Bangkok, Paris, Dubai, and Istanbul. It’s a good thing, then, that London’s hotel scene is hotter than ever, with a dizzying number of new properties opening every year to
EU roaming charges to be abolished in 2017
The European Union said Tuesday it had struck a deal to abolish mobile phone roaming charges in 2017, ending fees loathed by millions of holidaymakers and business travellers across Europe. The agreement will end the frustration of EU citizens on holiday or business who face steep charges for using their phones for calls and Internet browsing when in the bloc but outside their home country. Coming into force on June