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Times
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Times
Father's Day gifts that come with a story
There are two types of people — those of us who do not know what to get someone for Father's Day, and those of us who do not know what to request for Father's Day. If there is anything a dad loves it is a fun fact, and something with a bit of a story, so this list is guaranteed to provide narrative sustenance to your gift-giving. • This article contains affiliate links that can earn us revenue Well into his seventies, His Majesty cannot be blamed for eschewing the traditional britches and tights that his forebears wore to their coronations. That is not to say he played entirely against the rules and convention, as he wore buckled court shoes rather than military boots with his naval trousers. These rather special shoes are a slightly blinged-up variant of the dress pump that Gaziano & Girling on Savile Row made especially for the King's coronation, and the regular version, which has a velvet bow instead of a buckle, is by far the most agreeable footwear for black tie.£1,200 • Read more luxury reviews, advice and insights from our experts Eon, the producers of James Bond, were never afraid of a well-placed plug. No doubt, having assumed creative control of the franchise, Amazon will not shy away from next-day-delivery subliminal messaging, or name the next Bond girl Alexa. Turns out they were and are being true to form, as when it came to product placement, Fleming was the OG. The author was a great customer of Floris and worked its products into his books. 'Floris provides the soaps and lotions in the lavatories and bedrooms,' in Moonraker. 'He would have to send a cable to May to get things fixed. Let's see — flowers, bath essence from Floris, air the sheets…' in Diamonds Are Forever. And in Dr No, 'There was everything in the bathroom — Floris Lime bath essence for men and Guerlain bathcubes for women.' When it came to scent, there was only one for Fleming — No 89, named after the Floris Flagship's Jermyn Street address. It is safe to say that this is what would have been included in 007's grooming routine. £70, You may have noticed a lot of hoo-ha and ecclesiastical finery in Rome. So what better time to stock your father up on holy hosiery, specifically the scarlet papal socks? There are plenty of theories as to why red, but the most convincing one is that it is the colour of the martyrs and the Pope is the descendant of the original martyr, St Peter. There is only one place to get these: Gammarelli, a family tailor since 1798 in Rome, and if you wish to avoid the hullabaloo by actually going there, you can find them online for a bargain of £20. The lapel pin has been made cool again. Not by metrosexual showiness at the Met Gala, but by the alpha-est of the royal family's men, Mike Tindall. The Rugby World Cup winner dependably sports a lapel pin or tie pin. If you want to follow suit, Chaumet's latest collection of jewellery for men is where to turn. The brand is a heavyweight of the jewellery canon and was given heavyweight patronage by Napoleon when he took a fondness to them when they designed his coronation regalia. The one from this collection that stands out is the Bee de Chaumet lapel pin.£14,000, CW Dixey is one of those brands that not many have heard of but everyone should. Established in 1777, they have supplied optics to everyone from Emperor Qianlong of China, Queen Victoria and the Duke of Wellington, to Tennessee Williams, Peter Sellers and Winston Churchill. Today you can still get the half-moon reading specs that Churchill wore, and every design features spots on the end of the arms — which is a nod to Churchill, who had different numbers of spots on his various CW Dixey frames so he could identify what role each pair played with ease. £270, 'Then bring me my whangee, my yellowest shoes, and the old green Homburg,' Bertie instructs Jeeves before heading out to do pastoral dances in The Inimitable Jeeves. The 'whangee' probably refers to a cane, but the cane has now been usurped by the umbrella as the most rakish gentleman's accessory. Whangee comes from palm and is significant because if you cut palm, it grows back twice as strong. This wood was introduced to accessories after the First World War for former officers as an apposite wood for them — the subtext being that no matter what you saw, or what happened to you, you can grow back twice as strong. And there's only one proper place to get such a brolly: Swaine. £520, The story goes that JFK called in his cigar-smoking press secretary, Pierre Salinger, and asked him to bring him 1,000 Petit Upmanns, a short-format Cuban cigar. The next morning Salinger walked into the Oval Office with 1,200 of these cigars, at which point Kennedy opened a drawer of the Resolute desk, and signed the piece of paper therein, which began the trade embargo of Castro's ancestral island of Cuba. These cigars, perhaps out of spite, have been removed from circulation, but if you wish to fill your father's humidor with something similar, get to Davidoff of London and buy the H Upmann Regalias. £25 per cigar The thinking woman's crumpet, a hero, style icon and national treasure, Monty Don sits assuredly among the aforementioned historic company. If you're wondering about the hills on which I would die, this is one of them. On the cover of his book Down to Earth, clasped in his comforting bear mitts is a mug that oozes man-of-the-house cosiness, suitable for a young child to bathe in. Our house is made all the more soothing with their presence, but only once they were tracked down by my sleuth of a wife, who found the source. The term 'cottage industry' is an overstatement in this case, and 'hidden gem' an understatement. These mugs are produced solely in the garden shed of Duncan and Karen Browning of the remote Welsh village of Cwmystwyth (have a go at that) and they don't sell their products online, only in person. Fortunately, there are a few other places smart enough to stock them. Out of everything that could take you a step closer to the Don, this is the most discerning.£15.50, It seemed only fair that at least one of these items was not a mild form of clickbait and actually belonged to the person in question. This is quite hard as anything with elevated provenance has been snapped up by collectors — provenance rarely sits in shop windows. One must turn to the auction houses for help and in this case, Bonham's comes to the rescue. Their sound and cinema auction from 23 May to 4 June will feature all sorts of wonderful lots but this Guild acoustic guitar that belonged to Eric Clapton is the perfect dad gift. Fully certified and in wonderful condition, this is a very special gift, especially if your Dad is the one of many who insists he almost joined Cream. Est 12,000-18,000
Fashion Value Chain
16-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Fashion Value Chain
Jewellery That Redefines Masculinity: Bold, Modern, Him
Men's jewellery has entered a bold new era — where fashion meets function, and self-expression finds a stylish medium. Moving beyond traditional minimalism, today's designs embrace individuality with confidence, offering men elegant ways to make a statement. No longer relegated to special occasions, jewellery for men is becoming an everyday essential — pairing seamlessly with casual wear or formal attire. From power bracelets to dual-tone rings, these pieces reflect a deeper cultural shift that redefines what masculinity looks like in fashion. Explore four standout pieces that celebrate this new-age confidence: MS Dhoni Double Cuban Link Platinum Bracelet Power in Every Link A commanding blend of structure and shine, this double Cuban link bracelet in platinum channels intensity with polish. Featuring MS Dhoni's signature on the clasp, it's more than jewellery — it's a tribute to strength and legacy. Designed for everyday wear, this bracelet adds a touch of cool resilience to any look. Shop the look Danny Gold Band for Men Dual-Tone, Double Impact This open-cuff gold band balances yellow and white gold in clean geometric form. Sleek, minimal, and versatile, it speaks to the man who values subtle distinction. A modern symbol of strength, style, and commitment. View the piece Floris Miracle Plate Diamond Earrings Everyday Brilliance Minimal in form, maximal in impact — these diamond studs are set with a miracle plate to amplify their sparkle. Perfect for daily wear or festive flair, they offer an understated yet sophisticated way to shine. Explore now Samuel Platinum and Rose Gold Kada Strength Meets Craftsmanship With textured platinum and sharp rose gold pyramid accents, this kada combines raw power with refined detail. The engraved inner surface speaks of craftsmanship meant to be seen — and felt. Shop this bold statement
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Yahoo
Phoenix man accused in 'elaborate vehicle fraud scheme' using Turo car, police say
Police in California arrested an Arizona man on suspicion of renting a car and selling it to a woman for $23K in cash, warning he and another man were engaged in an "elaborate vehicle fraud scheme." The Corona Police Department posted a summary of the incident on social media, saying both men have a history of similar crimes, and "it is likely there are additional victims." The car seller had been able to rent from the online car-sharing company Turo despite an active warrant for conspiracy and auto theft, police stated. A woman responded to an ad for the car on Craigslist, receiving a title and registration from the man. The documents were forged, the woman later learned. The woman contacted police, and they found another ad online, according to Fox 11 in Los Angeles. Corona police said that investigators with the department arranged a meeting on Feb. 26 with the suspected seller, who soon showed up in a different vehicle he had planned to "fraudulently sell." Sebastian Flores was arrested without incident. At the same time, police stopped another man, Lasso Floris, at the scene who they believed had arrived with Flores and found he had a felony warrant for trafficking stolen vehicles, police said. Police booked both men into jail. The post did not explain whether Floris had any connection to the sale of the Turo vehicle. Flores and Floris reportedly have addresses in the Phoenix area but have ties to southern California, police said. Online court sites in Maricopa and Pima counties did not show criminal histories for the men. The Corona Police Department did not respond to messages seeking further information, as of Tuesday afternoon. When contacted Tuesday evening, a Turo spokesperson said the men were not Turo customers but that they were aware of the incident. Selling rented cars has become easier for criminals who know how to use technology. Last year, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department arrested three men on suspicion of an even more elaborate scheme. The group rented vehicles from an online rental service, advertised them for sale on Facebook Marketplace, sold them for cash, then stole them back and returned them to the rental host. Other vehicles rented from Turo were previously in the news in separate incidents in New Orleans and Las Vegas on Jan. 1. Early that morning, an armed man in New Orleans drove a Ford F-150 he rented off Turo into a crowd celebrating hours after 2025 was rung in, killing 15 and injuring dozens. Late that same morning, a man rigged a Turo rented Tesla Cybertruck to explode outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, killing himself and injuring several bystanders. Turo incidents have also happened in the Valley. On Feb. 1, three men were briefly held at gunpoint by Glendale police after the Turo vehicle they rented turned out to be stolen. Reach the reporter at rstern@ or 480-276-3237. Follow him on X @raystern. Arizona Republic reporter Rey Covarrubias Jr. contributed to this story. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Phoenix man arrested after trying to 'fraudulently sell' Turo vehicle
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Why wasn't Storm Herminia included in the Met Office's list of names
Weather warnings for wind and heavy rain have been issued across the country on Monday as Storm Herminia strikes. The Met Office has said the storm will likely bring further damage and disruption – especially to Wales and southern England – on the back of Storm Éowyn. More than one million people were left without power over the weekend due to snow, ice and wind speeds of more than 100mph. Éowyn was the fifth-named storm of the year, with the Met Office working its way through the alphabet. There has, therefore, been some confusion over the naming of the storm – especially with Storm Floris the next on the list of storm names. Here is why we have seemingly jumped ahead to Herminia. The Met Office names storms alongside its equivalent weather agencies in Ireland and the Netherlands, the Met Éireann and KNMI. It decides on an alphabet every August for the following year, which runs September to August. We have already felt storms Ashley, Bert, Conall, and Darragh. Storm Éowyn began on January 21 and does not, as of Monday, have an end point. The next storm named by the three agencies will be called Floris. It's important to note this is not Storm Floris – but, instead, Storm Herminia. The Met Office has not skipped ahead on its list. Nor has Floris been forgotten about. If and when we do reach H, it will be called Storm Hugo. Storm Herminia originated in Spain and France and has blown over to northern Europe. Therefore, it was named by the Spanish weather agency and is not considered to be on the Met's list. 'This not unusual, in 2023, we had Storm Otto and Storm Noa before Storm Antoni,' the Met Office notes. Spain, France, and Portugal all work together in the same way that Britain, Ireland and the Netherlands do. This bloc also takes in Belgium and Luxembourg. There is also cohesion between Scandinavian countries Sweden, Norway and Denmark.
