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Barcelona exploring two new sources of financing to complete Camp Nou renovation

Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - FC Barcelona v Feyenoord - Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain - September 9, 2026 General view inside the stadium before the match REUTERS/Albert Gea
Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - FC Barcelona v Feyenoord - Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain - September 9, 2026 General view inside the stadium before the match REUTERS/Albert Gea

Raffles Hotel Singapore ranks 17th in fourth edition of The 50 Best Hotels

It is the only Singapore hotel to make it on the list.
It is the only Singapore hotel to make it on the list.

Still on court after 20 years, the Honey Deuce keeps winning at the US Open

Tennis - U.S. Open - Flushing Meadows, New York, United States - September 3, 2026 A bartender serves Honey Deuce cocktails during the U.S. Open REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton
Tennis - U.S. Open - Flushing Meadows, New York, United States - September 3, 2026 A bartender serves Honey Deuce cocktails during the U.S. Open REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton

US carrier Abraham Lincoln departs Thailand after respite visit

People walk past an LED display welcoming U.S. service personnel from the U.S. Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, which is docked at Laem Chabang Port for a rest stop following a long deployment in the Middle East, in Pattaya City, Thailand, September 3, 2026. REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa
People walk past an LED display welcoming U.S. service personnel from the U.S. Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, which is docked at Laem Chabang Port for a rest stop following a long deployment in the Middle East, in Pattaya City, Thailand, September 3, 2026. REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa

Does your hotel room exist? What to do when AI makes it hard to trust photos

As AI use becomes increasingly prevalent, holidaymakers may find themselves falling into traps, not realising pictures such as these are generated.
As AI use becomes increasingly prevalent, holidaymakers may find themselves falling into traps, not realising pictures such as these are generated.

Unpacking the ‘I’ in MICE: Why global firms are choosing Singapore for incentive trips

Participants from the ChemCon Asia Conference at Mandai Wildlife Reserve as part of the Netherlands-based company’s incentive programme in Singapore.
Participants from the ChemCon Asia Conference at Mandai Wildlife Reserve as part of the Netherlands-based company’s incentive programme in Singapore.

Why this 85-year-old waiter does not want to retire

Foo Sek Chuan, 85, is Shashlik Restaurant’s longest-serving employee.
Foo Sek Chuan, 85, is Shashlik Restaurant’s longest-serving employee.

Did the World Cup live up to ‘104 Super Bowls’? The winners and losers

Spain celebrating their 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the World Cup final in New Jersey on July 19.
Spain celebrating their 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the World Cup final in New Jersey on July 19.

Finding Joy

It could have been my worst night working in F&B. The diners made it my best

In the midst of a demanding shift, when he felt almost invisible behind the constant motion of service, a few words of appreciation made him feel seen, says the writer.
In the midst of a demanding shift, when he felt almost invisible behind the constant motion of service, a few words of appreciation made him feel seen, says the writer.

BTS are set to bring year-end festive cheer to Singapore’s economy 

The economic impact of BTS’ Singapore concerts could rival that of Taylor Swift’s 2024 shows, says Maybank economist Chua Hak Bin.
The economic impact of BTS’ Singapore concerts could rival that of Taylor Swift’s 2024 shows, says Maybank economist Chua Hak Bin.

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