The legendary singer-songwriter added some finishing touches to his longtime home within the Sherwood Country Club community before trying his hand at selling again. The legendary singer-songwriter added some finishing touches to his longtime home within the Sherwood Country Club community before trying his hand at selling again.
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Omega Revives the 1950s Constellation With a Cutting-Edge Twist
The collection is back – and sharper than ever.
At the start of the 1950s, Omega was quite a different company to the one we know today. It had yet to release the Speedmaster, Railmaster and Seamaster 300 – the trilogy of icons that arrived in 1957. The Seamaster existed, having been launched in 1948, but was a much more delicate number – more suited to mastering, or maybe just observing, the sea at a safe distance than venturing beneath the waves.
That’s not to say Omega hadn’t learned to make resilient watches — it had been the largest single supplier of watches to the British armed forces during World War II — but the great tool-watch boom of the late fifties and early sixties had yet to happen. Omega’s real calling card was accuracy: back then, the most ambitious watchmakers submitted their best timepieces to observatories in Kew, Geneva and Neuchatel for rigorous testing. Known as chronometry trials, they produced league tables of precision, and in a world long before the dawn of electronic or digital clocks, that meant something.
Omega had set multiple records at the trials since 1919 (and would go on to do so until they ended in the early 1970s). It had offered many chronometer wristwatches for general consumption, but had been slow to adopt automatic winding — something it rectified in 1948 with a special edition automatic chronometer to mark its centenary. It went down rather well, and the brand realised it needed something similar in its permanent collection. Hence, in 1952, the Constellation was born.
Named after the connection with the observatories responsible for carrying out the trials (astronomical activity was their primary role, as the name implies), the Constellation bore a medallion-style engraving on its caseback with a picture of the Geneva observatory underneath a starry sky. The collection became Omega’s flagship model, and as well as honoring precision, it embodied 1950s glamour, with faceted hour markers, a so-called ‘pie-pan’ dial (thought to resemble the underside of a cooking dish) and stylish lugs — often paired with extravagant gold bracelets.
Now, after 74 years, Omega has revived the original design in a new collection called the Constellation Observatory. Spotted by keen-eyed instagrammers on the wrist of Delroy Lindo at the Oscars this year, it certainly channels the elegance and opulence of the original – particularly in the all-gold iteration sported by Lindo, which pairs a yellow gold case and dial with a matching, textured ‘brick-pattern’ gold mesh bracelet. Other versions of the 39.4mm watch include three stainless-steel models with coloured dials, and references in pink gold, white gold and platinum, alongside a stainless-steel entry-level piece, with a black ceramic dial and rhodium-plated indices.
The Constellation Observatory builds out Omega’s dress-watch offering in response to current tastes and trends, but it is also faithful to its forebear when it comes to accuracy. Since 2015 Omega has worked with METAS, the Swiss institute of metrology to certify its watches as ‘master chronometers’, a standard it developed with METAS and opened up to the entire industry (to date, only Tudor has come on board). Over the intervening decade, Omega has rolled out master chronometer status to nearly all of its mechanical watches, but certifying the Constellation Observatory presented a stumbling block.
Typically, the method of assessing a watch’s accuracy involved taking precise photographs of the seconds hand at set intervals and comparing its position against what would be expected. The Constellation Observatory, in the style of a classic 1950s dress watch, does without a seconds hand entirely, so Omega needed to come up with a new method of testing. The result was an acoustic sensor which listens to the tick-tock of the watch throughout its entire 25-day testing process (during which the watch is subjected to changes in temperature, atmospheric pressure and position). This provides not only a more complete picture of the watch’s accuracy but pinpoint analysis of when and why any deviations occurred.
It might seem anachronistic, to say nothing of philosophically intriguing — how accurate do you need your watch to be when it can only measure to the nearest minute? — but it’s indicative of Omega’s persistence and determination that no matter what it will be used for, there should not be a single watch in its range that fails to meet its standards. So if you’re late for the Oscars, or whatever your next gala might be, you’ll only have yourself to blame.
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Omega Just Unveiled 9 Watches in Its New Constellation Observatory Collection
The lineup shows up a bevy of metals and colors, too, as well as two new calibers. The lineup shows up a bevy of metals and colors, too, as well as two new calibers.
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What’s the Hype With NAD+?
Experts unpack the science behind the latest wellness supplement promising a longer, healthier life.
From IV drips in private clinics to capsules lining the shelves of high-end wellness retailers, the molecule has been positioned as a shortcut to more energy, sharper focus, and longer-term resilience.
But beneath the sleek branding and premium price tags lies a more complex reality. Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) is not a new discovery; it is a naturally occurring coenzyme found in every cell of the body. What is new is the growing conversation around how NAD+ levels decline with age, and what that might mean for those navigating everything from midlife fatigue to age-related physiological changes.
Search interest in NAD+ supplements and therapies has surged in recent years, alongside the broader rise of the longevity industry, now estimated to be worth more than $25bn globally and growing rapidly. Yet while early research is promising, experts caution that the science is still evolving, and the market may be moving faster than the evidence.
To separate fact from fiction, we spoke to leading voices in the field to unpack what NAD+ actually does, who it might benefit, and whether the hype is justified.
What is NAD+?
©Shutterstock “NAD+ is a coenzyme found in every cell,” explains Iain De Havilland, founder and global CEO of the NADclinic Group. At a cellular level, it plays a critical role in mitochondrial function – the process by which cells convert nutrients into usable energy.
Beyond energy metabolism, NAD+ is involved in DNA repair and cellular signaling pathways that help regulate how the body responds to stress and aging. “It is not a single anti-ageing solution,” De Havilland adds, “but it is a fundamental part of the biology that underpins how we age.”
Dr Suzanne Wylie, GP and medical adviser for IQdoctor, echoes this: “Simply put, it helps cells turn food into energy and supports essential processes like DNA repair, normal cell communication, and overall cellular health.”
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The growing interest in NAD+ stems largely from one key observation: levels naturally decline as we get older. This reduction has been associated with decreased energy production, impaired cellular repair, and broader metabolic changes – factors often linked to ageing.
As a result, researchers have begun exploring whether boosting NAD+ levels could help maintain health span. This has led to a proliferation of products and treatments, from oral supplements such as nicotinamide riboside (NR) and nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) to more intensive intravenous infusions offered in clinical settings.
Who is NAD+ best for?
©Unsplash Despite the buzz, there is no clear-cut demographic that should be taking NAD+. “There is no universal answer,” says De Havilland. “NAD+ support is typically considered in the context of metabolic health, fatigue, aging or performance optimization, but it should not be approached as a one-size-fits-all solution.”
From a clinical perspective, however, the bar for routine use remains high. “In routine practice, there isn’t a specific ‘perfect’ candidate for NAD+ supplements,” says Dr Wylie. “Most healthy adults get enough from diet and lifestyle.”
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Dr Wylie emphasizes that the most reliable ways to support NAD+ levels – and overall health – remain foundational: regular exercise, quality sleep, balanced nutrition, and effective stress management.
For those who do choose to supplement, oral forms such as NR and NMN have the most safety data and are generally well tolerated. However, expectations should be tempered. “Some people report subtle improvements in energy, mental clarity, or exercise tolerance,” she notes, “but effects are often gradual and may not be noticeable.”
Are there any risks with taking NAD+?
©Shutterstock While NAD+ itself is essential to human biology, actively boosting its levels – particularly through high-dose or intravenous methods — raises important questions. “This remains an evolving area of science,” says De Havilland. “The long-term effects of actively boosting levels in humans are not yet fully understood.” One of the main concerns is the gap between commercial claims and clinical evidence. “The market has moved faster than the science,” he says, pointing to supplements that promise sweeping benefits without robust validation.
Dr Wylie also highlights the difference between delivery methods. Oral supplements tend to have mild side effects, such as nausea, bloating, headaches or flushing, while intravenous treatments carry more significant risks, including vein irritation, infection, and adverse reactions during infusion.
Crucially, there is little evidence to suggest that IV therapy is more effective than oral supplementation, despite its growing popularity in high-end wellness clinics. “NAD+ is not a miracle anti-aging solution,” Dr Wylie says. Much of the strongest evidence so far comes from animal studies or small early-stage human trials, meaning claims around reversing aging or dramatically extending lifespan remain unproven.
For now, experts agree that NAD+ should be viewed as a promising, but still experimental, piece of the longevity puzzle. As the science evolves, one thing remains clear: no supplement replaces the fundamentals. Even in the most advanced wellness circles, the basics still do the heavy lifting.
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This $45 Million Beachfront Home in the Hamptons Built for an Art Collector Has UV-Protected Glass
Ara Arslanian custom built the beachfront home to display his vast art collection, which included contemporary works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Andy Warhol, and Jeff Koons. Ara Arslanian custom built the beachfront home to display his vast art collection, which included contemporary works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Andy Warhol, and Jeff Koons.
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The Porsche 718 Cayman Held Its Value More Than Any Other Car the Last 5 Years: Study
The Porsche 911 and Chevrolet C8 Corvette also retained their value over the same period. The Porsche 911 and Chevrolet C8 Corvette also retained their value over the same period.
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This New N.Y.C. Car Show Celebrates Modern Classics to Attract a New Generation of Collectors
Wheels of NYC catalogs the diverse, passionate car scene in the Big Apple, including supercars and daily drivers. Wheels of NYC catalogs the diverse, passionate car scene in the Big Apple, including supercars and daily drivers.
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Ocean Alexander Just Unveiled Two New Superyachts With Enviable Sundecks and Pools
The new 30P and 40P join the 35P to complete the Puro trilogy. The new 30P and 40P join the 35P to complete the Puro trilogy.
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Is Ottolenghi’s First Amsterdam Restaurant Worth It? Here’s Our Verdict
The cult chef is now operating inside the Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium. Elite Traveler was among the first guests in.
The Mandarin Oriental group recently swerved Amsterdam’s strict ‘no new hotels’ rule, by taking over the running of an existing five star property, the Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium. With the rebrand came the debut of one of the UK’s best-loved restaurateur-chefs: Yotam Ottolenghi.
Regular London diners know Ottolenghi’s food. After all, it was the British-Israeli chef that brought fresher – and predominantly vegetarian – Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes to the forefront, sharing the delights of zucchini, harissa, and za’atar. His vibrant delis quickly became a cheat code for crowd-pleasing dinner party menus.
In addition to those upmarket spots – several of which now have simple but popular restaurants attached – Ottolenghi opened Nopi in Soho in 2011, which, at the time, was the group’s first sit-down restaurant. The focus on vibrant ingredients and light-touch cooking remained, but we could now have it in a more formal setting. Rovi followed in 2018, taking Ottolenghi’s now-famous cuisine and treating it to the en vogue cooking methods of the moment: fermentation and live fire.
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It’s this concept that has made it over to Amsterdam. “We’ve got an open-flame grill in the back,” our waitress tells me when I sit down for lunch a few days after opening. She seems far more clued up about how to order from the sharing menu than you’d expect of someone at a brand-new restaurant (“Are you happy for me to put through the dishes in pairings that I recommend?” she asks, as I order.) It turns out that a shipment of the Rovi team is also in town to help smooth the opening.
Even our waitress can’t smooth the bustle behind me, though: the glass-walled restaurant sits adjacent to the hotel’s lobby, where a horde of staff are setting up for a launch party that same evening – sound system and crates of champagne included. I’m impressed by how busy the restaurant is, regardless of the party prep: I sit early, and most tables are full by the time my drinks arrive.
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In the standard Ottolenghi way, vegetables come first. I counted, and of the menu’s 20 dishes, only seven have meat (three of which are fish). Instead, the likes of leeks, asparagus, chard, and celeriac eke out every bit of flavor.
Leeks are lightly charred, bringing out a soft sweetness, mixed up with tangy yuzu-spiked cream and crunchy almonds. Celeriac is treated like chicken to create the ‘shwarama’: smoked, chargrilled, and then gracefully stuffed inside a pillowy pita bread, with a side of fermented tomato dip. The humble-sounding kimchi and gouda fritters are a menu highlight: pause to watch as the melted cheese oozes out.
The meat that does make it to the menu is cooked carefully, and packs flavor. Slow-cooked lamb shoulder is sweetened with a rose and cardamom crust. You might be tempted with a side salad, but skip it (you’ve had your five a day) for the sake of the crispy-skinned roasted fingerling potatoes, dolloped with a lovage and lemon butter.
The accompanying wine menu isn’t huge but covers all bases. The house sparkling is Ottolenghi’s own German Pet-Nat (though the irony of a German house wine, in a Dutch restaurant, by a Middle Eastern chef, who made his name in the UK, isn’t lost) and the vibrant Louis Moreau Chablis goes down well. The cocktail list is creative, and riffs off classics – the martini with nori and preserved lemon is especially good.
Verdict: Worth the visit?
Absolutely. These are the Ottolenghi flavor we know, trust, and come to time and time again in London. The menu isn’t pushing the boat out for existing fans of the brand, but those unfamiliar will find a restaurant that challenges the meat-forward dishes that typically rule.
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The Personal Trainers Trusted by Olympians and A-list Stars
Meet the elite coaches training clients across the globe.
It’s no coincidence that actors preparing for physically demanding roles, elite athletes competing at the top level, and high-performing professionals balancing relentless schedules turn to experienced personal trainers for help. At this level, training goes far beyond basic fitness routines and had to work with the pressures that come with demanding careers.
The best personal trainers often have key principles applied to their training that helps their clients get fit – and keep coming back. From Los Angeles to London, these ones are most in-demand.
Best personal trainers around the world
Jenny Pacey
Few trainers straddle Hollywood spectacle and elite athletic performance quite like Jenny Pacey. A Loughborough University sports science graduate, former GB international long jumper, and Olympic-level bobsledder, Pacey uses the “the programming and periodization principles employed by elite athletes,” she says. “My personal training technique is highly individualized.”
Her client list reads like a film credits roll. She trained Kristen Wiig for nine months for Wonder Woman 1984, developing strength and sprint mechanics to transform her into Cheetah. She also coached the film’s Amazon warriors and has recently worked with Rosamund Pike across two productions.
But her philosophy extends beyond aesthetics. “It’s crucial to understand that while muscle adaptation occurs quickly, tendon and ligament adaptation takes longer,” she explains, outlining her structured macro-, meso- and micro-cycle programming. Her aim? “To help clients feel like the best version of themselves. We focus on training thoughts just as much as we do on training muscles.”
Aimee Victoria Long
In London’s upper echelons of wellness, Aimee Victoria Long has built a reputation for results-driven training: “I’m a fairly laid-back trainer who understands the importance of balance,” she explains, but beneath that calm exterior is discipline.
Long combines Pilates, strength and conditioning, mobility, and cardio because, as she puts it, “real results come from a well-rounded approach. Nothing is one-size-fits-all; everything is built around the person in front of me.”
Training clients multiple times per week allows her to understand far more than just their squat depth. “That connection is what allows me to truly tailor everything – and really make them enjoy the sessions even if they can be brutal at times.”
Her perspective on luxury training is direct: “Paying a high price tag doesn’t guarantee results. Consistency, effort, and accountability matter far more.”
Emily Schofield
As gym manager of the Los Angeles outposts of Ultimate Performance, Emily Schofield is used to working with high performers. The brand’s client roster has included Glen Powell, Jonathan Bailey, Olivia Colman, Lily Collins, and Dave Bautista, to name a few – but for Schofield, profile is secondary to precision. “The clue is in the title,” she says. “Personal training should be completely personal.”
Her approach is deliberately hands-on and exacting. “A good personal trainer should be present for every rep their client performs. My role is to understand exactly what’s happening in someone’s body – and their head – in real time.”
That attention doesn’t stop when the session ends. “I’m in contact with my clients 24/7… helping them navigate travel, social events, demanding schedules.” She believes that results are built in the margins – the meals between meetings, the workouts squeezed into long-haul schedules.
And while red carpet transformations may grab headlines, her proudest achievements are less visible: long-term health shifts, including supporting a client into remission from type 2 diabetes.
Schofield’s hot take is refreshingly straightforward. “Losing body fat is not rocket science. The ‘magic’ is not about novelty. It’s about execution and consistency.”
Tom Brown
Celebrity trainer Tom Brown is the founder of 1st Class Bootcamp, a globally recognized residential retreat. “My personal training technique is rooted in positivity, honesty, and precision,” Brown says. “Real, lasting results come from more than just sets and reps – they come from strong relationships.”
His work spans elite athletes, including Olympic gold medal boxer Luke Campbell, through to clients seeking a complete lifestyle overhaul. Regardless of starting point, he begins with purpose. “I take the time to understand my clients’ ‘why’ – the deeper reasons behind their goals – because that’s what fuels consistency.”
His hot take challenges industry extremes. “You don’t need to train six or seven days a week, and you definitely don’t need to destroy yourself every session. Intelligent programming, proper recovery, and strategic nutrition always outperform overtraining.”
Roy Dian
Roy Dian, the founder of private personal training service Roydian and pioneer of the Roydian method, works with clients from a modernist private training suite in West Hollywood. Dian is renowned around LA for his high-profile clients, including Robert Pattinson and Chloe Kim, and most recently trained Hollywood actor Austin Butler for his upcoming role in Enemies, transforming him from his Caught Stealing character (which required him to gain 30 pounds) to shredded, in just 14 weeks.
His method is described as a discipline and lifestyle, which prioritizes health and longevity and marries clean movement mechanics, functional training, mindful nutrition, and rest and regeneration. A former bodybuilder, Dian’s exercise style combines the mobility of yoga with the conditioning of HIIT workouts, and the sculpting of bodybuilding and Pilates.
Chan also promises more than just workouts – his approach leans more towards the service of a fitness and wellness concierge. Him and his team assist with nutrition, physiotherapists, chiropractors, and masseuses, and he remains attuned to his clients even when they’re traveling outside of LA, coordinating nearby restaurants, guiding them on menu choices and organizing gym partners.