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Old Wine in New Pixels? Skeptcism About the Simulation Hypothesis
A 2026 poll found 22% of U.S. adults called a simulation at least somewhat likely. Derealization is felt unreality with intact reality testing—not evidence of a simulation. Psychosocial factors correlated with belief in the simulation…
Loire Wines Outperforms French Category by Value and by Volume with Significant Gains in Sparkling, Chenin and Emerging Appellations
Notable growth trends across the sector were driven by Crémant de Loire, Chenin-based wines, AOP Touraine white wines and red wines from AOP Saumur and PGI Val de Loire, together accounting for 80% of export value. Global audiences have also…
Charged Rs 175 'extra' for wine bottle, Himachal man wins Rs 20,000 payout
3 min read New Delhi Make us preferred source on Google A consumer commission in Himachal Pradesh has directed a wine shop in McLeod Ganj to refund the “excess amount” charged for a bottle of wine and pay Rs 20,000 to the customer…
Are fine-wine collectors one and the same around the world?
Areni Global research suggests that fine wine collecting habits are almost identical across the globe – whether the oenologists hail from Shanghai, Paris or New York. But how true is this on the ground? Joyce Yip finds out. A February 2026…
Should Spain's top sparkling wines drop the name Cava?
During a discussion at London's Taste Spain trade event on the fine wines from Spain, it was argued that the country's most famous fizz, Cava, should change its name – at least for for its top tier cuvées. Patrick Schmitt MW reports.
Vinegar Cocktails Are Trending-Here's What To Know About Them
Using vinegar in cocktails might, at first, sound odd. Upon first sip, though, it will make sense as the ingredient imbues a different kind of acidity to cocktails than citrus can. “It doesn't just make a cocktail sour, it adds depth and…
The winery betting on the 'next chapter' for cool-climate Australian wine
Having made its name on the cool slopes of Adelaide Hills, Bird in Hand is expanding the operation to Tasmania. Founder Andrew Nugent explains how it meets the market's need for authenticity and could prove “the next chapter” for key…
Doris Italian Market & Bakery's Wine Night on August 15
× Doris Italian Market & Bakery Doris Italian Market & Bakery's Wine Night on August 15 The wait is over for Coral Springs area wine lovers! Doris Italian Market & Bakery is bringing their signature Wine Night back to their Coral Springs…
How booze became a battleground in the Canada-U.S. trade war - National
For more coverage on Trump's tariffs, click here: When U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new 50 per cent tariff on most Canadian goods, one of the issues he cited as a “retaliatory and discriminatory” measure was the prohibition…
The 20 Best Wine Bars In San Francisco - San Francisco
Verjus is a candle-lit charmer from the team behind Cotogna and Quince. This Jackson Square spot can easily turn a drink or two into a relaxed three-hour dinner with its menu of excellent French food. You should focus on the creamy Boursin…
Young industry members recognised
News recently landed on my desk of the results at the Otago legs of the 2026 Young Winemaker of the Year (also including contestants from North Canterbury) and the 2026 Young Viticulturist of the Year competitions. I'm always eager to give a…
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Tuesday
My top 10 things to watch Tuesday, July 21 1. Is SK Hynix in charge of this market? The South Korean memory-chip maker's New York-listed shares are up over 6% this morning. So you might've guessed that Nasdaq futures are also up big. The question…
Rylan Clark pays tribute to mum Linda after relationship insight
Rylan Clark has been flooded with messages as he was seen paying tribute to his mum, Linda, after sharing a glimpse at their sweet mother-son relationship. The BBC Radio 2 star's mum has become a star in her own right, thanks to appearing on her…
If you bought this Costco plant, it may have invasive pests, San Diego County warns
San Diego County agricultural officials are encouraging anyone who purchased a Desert Willow plant from Costco between June 24 and July 3 to be on the lookout for two invasive pests they might carry. The Broad-headed Sharpshooter and the…
Israel's Weapons Makers Have a Marketing Problem
PARIS—Heven AeroTech, a maker of hydrogen-powered drones, is often called Israel's first defense tech unicorn, the term for a privately held company valued at more than $1 billion. But when I walked up to Heven's exhibit at the Eurosatory…
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