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eBay Unwraps Its Biggest-Ever Lineup of Live Holiday Shopping Events
SAN JOSE, California, Nov. 28 [Category BizBusiness] -- eBay Inc., a company that says it creates ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers, issued the following news release:
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eBay Unwraps Its Biggest-Ever Lineup of Live Holiday Shopping Events
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SAN JOSE, Calif. November 28, 2025 eBay is launching its most dynamic lineup of eBay Live events yet, bringing shoppers closer than ever to sought-after pre-loved luxury goods and collectibles this holiday season. Packed with can't-miss moments, including a brand-new "Spin the Wheel" format, $1-start auctions, surprise curated
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SAN JOSE, California, Nov. 28 [Category BizBusiness] -- eBay Inc., a company that says it creates ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers, issued the following news release:
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eBay Unwraps Its Biggest-Ever Lineup of Live Holiday Shopping Events
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SAN JOSE, Calif. November 28, 2025 eBay is launching its most dynamic lineup of eBay Live events yet, bringing shoppers closer than ever to sought-after pre-loved luxury goods and collectibles this holiday season. Packed with can't-miss moments, including a brand-new "Spin the Wheel" format, $1-start auctions, surprise curateddrops, and more, the marathon of livestreams will be hosted by top eBay sellers and feature surprise celebrity guest appearances.
Beginning on Nov. 28 through Dec. 20, eBay shoppers can discover this season's top trending and most sought-after finds from Hermes Birkin bags and Rolex timepieces to comic grails and high-value rookie cards, including:
* Vookum's 12-Hour Live Event with Max B. | Friday, Nov. 28
A Black Friday marathon with deals on luxury watch brands like Rolex and Omega, plus a new "Spin the Wheel" format offering gifts with purchase, surprise drops, and even the chance to score $10,000 watches for $999
* What Goes Around Comes Around: NYC including Pre-Loved Birkin Days | Tuesday, Dec. 2 - Monday, Dec. 8
Daily $1-start auctions including seven coveted Hermes Birkin bags, with all proceeds from Birkin auctions benefitting charity.
* Vookum's Watchmas - An Advent Calendar Series | Wednesday, Dec. 3 - Tuesday, Dec. 16
A 14-day series with curated releases from Rolex and Omega, $1-start auctions, and fan-favorite wrapped surprises featuring rare, highly curated pieces revealed only during the live stream.
* Las Vegas Jewelry Roadshow x Jewelry Hunt Live | Friday, Dec. 12 - Sunday, Dec. 14
Three days of live shopping from top Las Vegas luxury stores featuring vintage and designer pieces from Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Cartier and more.
* Scottsdale Watch Shots x Tanner & Co. | Saturday, Dec. 13
Scottsdale Watch Shots and Tanner & Co. team up to offer $1-start auctions, giving viewers the chance to secure iconic brands at standout prices while engaging with two prominent voices in the watch community.
* Linda's Stuff Celebrity Closet Cleanout 2.0 | Monday, Dec. 15 - Wednesday, Dec. 17
Jill Zarin, Ally Shapiro and Emily Sumner auction items from their closets, with surprise drops throughout the series. The finale will feature a rare Hermes Birkin starting at $1, with all proceeds from the sale benefitting charity.
* Mutant City Comics $1000 Giveaway and $1-Starts | Saturday, Nov. 29
Mutant City Comics will offer penny auctions on over $1,000 worth of comic grails, including top issues like Invincible #2 CGC 9.8 and Invincible #61 C2E2.
* BBQ Breaks Live from PSA | Tuesday, Dec. 2
Legendary breaks from seller BBQ Breaks live from PSA HQ with free and expedited grading on some of the most iconic cards in the hobby, led by a slate of Flawless cards from 2024 Football and Basketball.
* DCSports High-End $1-Start Singles | Friday Dec. 5-Saturday Dec. 6
Over two days, DCSports will offer some of their most treasured inventory starting at just $1, including highly graded, unique rookie cards featuring athletes like Luka Doncic and Michael Jordan.
* Critical Role 10-year Anniversary Charity Auction | Wednesday, Dec. 10
Signed and exclusive memorabilia from 10 years of Critical Role with all proceeds to benefit the Critical Role Foundation, including the costume coat worn by Percival De Rolo actor, Taliesin Jaffe, during the live-action opening of Critical Role Campaign 1.
* Ryan's Card House Rips with Veronica Taylor | Sunday, Dec. 14
Veronica Taylor, the original voice of Ash Ketchum, joins Ryans_cardhouse for an interactive Pokemon community eventopening and autographing cards from a vintage Topps Pokemon TCG Series 2 box, with fans experiencing the nostalgia and engaging with her in real time.
eBay Live is emerging as a meaningful part of how eBay is reinventing the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. The platform continues to build momentum, fueled by growing seller adoption and rising buyer engagement. This year alone, eBay expanded Live to the U.K., took the format on the road in the U.S. with eBay Live on Tour, and is set to formally launch in Germany on November 29 at Comic Con Stuttgart. It marks a major step in bringing next-generation livestream shopping and curated collector experiences to more markets and more enthusiasts around the world.
For more information about eBay Live and to explore upcoming livestreams, visit here.
About eBay
eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY) is a global commerce leader that connects people and builds communities to create economic opportunity for all. Our technology empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world, providing everyone the opportunity to grow and thrive. Founded in 1995 in San Jose, California, eBay is one of the world's largest and most vibrant marketplaces for discovering great value and unique selection. In 2024, eBay enabled $75 billion of gross merchandise volume. For more information about the company and its global portfolio of online brands, visit www.ebayinc.com.
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Original text here: https://www.ebayinc.com/stories/news/ebay-unwraps-its-biggest-ever-lineup-of-live-holiday-shopping-events/
James Lamont to leave FT after 25 years
LONDON, England, Nov. 27 [Category: BizMedia] -- Financial Times, a daily newspaper, posted the following corporate news release:
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James Lamont to leave FT after 25 years
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James Lamont, former Director of Strategic Partnerships and board director, will leave the FT at the end of the year to take up an appointment as Chief Executive of Norway's DN Media Group.
Lamont had a 25-year career at the FT during which time he was a management board director for a decade and Managing Editor for eight years, helping to hire a generation of FT journalists. He played a crucial role in the digital
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LONDON, England, Nov. 27 [Category: BizMedia] -- Financial Times, a daily newspaper, posted the following corporate news release:
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James Lamont to leave FT after 25 years
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James Lamont, former Director of Strategic Partnerships and board director, will leave the FT at the end of the year to take up an appointment as Chief Executive of Norway's DN Media Group.
Lamont had a 25-year career at the FT during which time he was a management board director for a decade and Managing Editor for eight years, helping to hire a generation of FT journalists. He played a crucial role in the digitaltransformation of the FT newsroom and in ensuring the success of Nikkei's ownership of the FT since it acquired the publisher in 2015.
He was bureau chief in South Asia and Southern Africa, as well as leading the World News Desk in London. In his most recent role, his portfolio spanned the partnership with Nikkei, technology innovation, education, financial markets data, FT Ventures investments, and the audience expansion in growth markets such as India.
Roula Khalaf, FT Editor, said: "James has a highly accomplished, versatile and international record at the FT over 25 years. I am grateful for all his contributions."
Lamont joined the FT in 2001 from the post of Editor of a leading South African business newspaper owned by Dublin-based Independent News & Media. Before that, he was deputy editor of the Middle East Times in Cairo.
Lamont has served as a director of DN Media Group since 2017, alongside FT-related board positions including Headspring, Sifted and Wilshire Indexes. DN publishes Norway's leading business daily Dagens Naeringsliv and additional publications in shipping, energy, aquaculture and business. He takes up his new post in May 2026.
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For more information, please contact pressoffice@ft.com
About the Financial Times Group
The FT Group, part of Nikkei Inc., includes the Financial Times and a number of other services that provide essential news and analysis for the global business community. The Financial Times is one of the world's leading news organisations, recognised internationally for its authority, integrity and accuracy. The FT has a record paying readership of 1.5mn, while the wider FT Group has a global paying audience of 3mn across its portfolio of journalism, products and services.
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Original text here: https://aboutus.ft.com/press_release/james-lamont
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol Unveils a Season of Celebration and Connection on the Shores of the Sea of Cortez
TORONTO, Ontario, Nov. 27 [Category: TravelBiz] -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts posted the following news release:
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Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol Unveils a Season of Celebration and Connection on the Shores of the Sea of Cortez
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Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol invites guests to celebrate the magic of the holidays with an inspired lineup of festive programming designed to capture the warmth and vibrancy of Mexican traditions paired with the effortless luxury of a Four Seasons experience. Now in its second holiday
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TORONTO, Ontario, Nov. 27 [Category: TravelBiz] -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts posted the following news release:
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Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol Unveils a Season of Celebration and Connection on the Shores of the Sea of Cortez
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Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol invites guests to celebrate the magic of the holidays with an inspired lineup of festive programming designed to capture the warmth and vibrancy of Mexican traditions paired with the effortless luxury of a Four Seasons experience. Now in its second holidayseason, this luxury destination along Cabo's Golden Corridor will transform into a spirited seaside village filled with festive experiences, from Santa's grand beachfront arrival by ATV and shaman-led cacao ceremonies at Tierra Mar Spa to lively Whimsical Fridays at La Plaza Magica and Riviera-inspired feasts under the stars.
"We're honoured to welcome guests to our modern hacienda this holiday season, where every detail, from oceanfront feasts to moments of reflection by the sea, has been thoughtfully designed to capture the warmth, joy, and magic of Cabo," says Richard Raab, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol. "Our goal is to be the go-to warm-weather destination for guests seeking sunshine, connection, and tradition, a place where celebrations feel effortless, every stay feels like coming home, and the joy of the season shines as brightly as the Baja sun."
Festive Highlights
The holidays begin on December 5, 2025, with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at La Plaza Magica, where the spirit of Mexico shines through live music, traditional treats, and sparkling lights. Guests can then savour a season of extraordinary dining led by Executive Chef Miguel Baltazar and Chef Richard Sandoval, a global pioneer of contemporary Latin cuisine.
Christmas Eve at Coraluz brings a Baja-inspired oceanfront celebration, while Palmerio hosts a Riviera-style family dinner highlighting the region's freshest ingredients. Cayao by Chef Richard Sandoval offers a Nikkei feast that fuses Japanese precision with Peruvian flavour, and multiple New Year's Eve experiences invite guests to ring in 2026 in style, from a four-course gala at Palmerio to live entertainment and panoramic views at Cayao, festive cocktails and fireworks at Sora Rooftop Bar, and a relaxed New Year's Day brunch at Casa Del Sol featuring Baja specialties and bottomless mimosas.
Experiences and Entertainment
Throughout December, the resort comes alive with moments that celebrate Cabo's creative energy, local culture, and sense of wonder:
* Whimsical Fridays at La Plaza Magica: Each weekend, La Plaza transforms into a lively market filled with mariachi music, local art, and Baja flavoursa celebration open to guests and Cabo locals alike.
* Vinyl Moonlight Sessions at Sora Rooftop Bar: Late-night grooves, vintage cocktails, and panoramic views set the tone for magical evenings under the stars.
* DJ Beats and Bites at Brisal Pool: Sun-kissed afternoons come alive with a resident DJ, handcrafted sushi rolls, and refreshing poke bowls.
* S'mores and Carajillos on the Beach: Cozy up by the ocean as the scent of roasted marshmallows mingles with espresso and Licor 43 and the sweetest nightcap.
* Stars and Spirits Stargazing Experience: Explore Cabo's constellations through telescopes and local storytelling, paired with dessert bites and festive cocktails.
* Whales and Wishes: Embark on a guided whale-watching adventure aboard the private Four Seasons Expedition Boat, complete with a naturalist guide and festive treats.
Wellness and Renewal
The Tierra Mar Spa invites guests to unwind through immersive rituals and mindful renewal. Seasonal highlights include Sacred Cacao by the Sea, a shaman-led ceremony channelling the heart-opening power of cacao; and the Restorative Water Journey, a tranquil hydrotherapy circuit designed to reset the body and mind. Guests can also indulge in signature treatments such as Abrazo de Luna, a chakra-balancing massage and luminous facial inspired by the moon's healing energy, and the Roses and Gold Body Treatment, featuring 111SKIN's Radiance Collection. Additional experiences like Holiday in Your Hands, a sensory aromatherapy workshop, and Groom and Shine, a luxe men's grooming ritual, offer unique ways to prepare for the season's celebrations.
Daily yoga, meditation, and breathwork sessions, including Breathe and Begin and Hope and Flow, connect guests to Cabo's serene rhythm, while sunrise fitness classes and water-based workouts bring movement and mindfulness together beneath the Baja sun.
Family-Friendly Fun
For families, the resort's festive program is filled with opportunities to create lasting memories together. Little travellers can craft their own holiday treasures at El Taller's Holiday Ornament Factory, make cookies or pizza in hands-on culinary classes at Papalote, or cozy up under the stars for Family Movie Nights complete with popcorn and churros.
Santa's Cabo Arrival on Christmas morning brings the North Pole to the beach as Santa rides in by ATV to greet children poolside with games and surprises, while Kids Night Out invites younger guests to enjoy dinner, crafts, and evening fun with friends. Families can also join in the Sandman Sculpture Contest on the beach or set out on Pedals and Peaks : Family Bike Adventure to 100 Peak Viewpoint, a guided cycling experience through panoramic trails that ends with a holiday picnic overlooking the desert and the Sea of Cortez.
Overlooking the iconic Cabo Del Sol lighthouse, the resort offers front-row seats to one of nature's most heartwarming traditions: the annual return of humpback whales and their families to the Sea of Cortez. Each winter, mothers and calves leap and play in the warm Baja waters - reminding guests that, just like the whales, families return here year after year to reconnect and celebrate together. For those wishing to experience the spectacle up close, the resort's new CIAO Yacht offers private excursions to witness this breathtaking migration from the sea.
With its blend of heartfelt Mexican tradition and modern coastal elegance, Four Seasons Cabo Del Sol offers the perfect setting to welcome the holidays, and the new year, with joy, gratitude, and unforgettable memories.
For reservations or to explore the full festive calendar, visit here or contact reservations.cabosanlucas@fourseasons.com.
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Original text here: https://press.fourseasons.com/cabosanlucas/hotel-news/2025/festive-season
Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton, Expected to Debut in Early 2026, is Now Accepting Reservations
MCLEAN, Virginia, Nov. 27 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on Nov. 26, 2025:
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Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton, Expected to Debut in Early 2026, is Now Accepting Reservations
Reimagined property offers elevated experiences of comfort and exploration
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NAPA VALLEY, Calif. - Today, Hilton announces the upcoming debut of Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton, a newly reimagined resort in the heart of wine country, in early 2026. Nestled between rolling vineyards and a vibrant downtown scene, the resort boasts a multi-million-dollar
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MCLEAN, Virginia, Nov. 27 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on Nov. 26, 2025:
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Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton, Expected to Debut in Early 2026, is Now Accepting Reservations
Reimagined property offers elevated experiences of comfort and exploration
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NAPA VALLEY, Calif. - Today, Hilton announces the upcoming debut of Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton, a newly reimagined resort in the heart of wine country, in early 2026. Nestled between rolling vineyards and a vibrant downtown scene, the resort boasts a multi-million-dollarinvestment in design and architecture, creating spaces and experiences that reflect Curio Collection by Hilton, a global portfolio of remarkable hotels celebrated for their distinctive character and immersive experiences. Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton is now accepting reservations online.
Embodying Curio Collection by Hilton's signature attributes, the completely transformed Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley invites guests to explore the charm of wine country through modern elegance and thoughtful local touches. Every detail is crafted to foster meaningful engagement and a sense of belonging, while reflecting the region's rich culture and natural beauty. Brought to life by California-based interior design firm DyeLot Interiors, the public spaces are focused on enhancing the guest experience while grounding the property in the ecological richness and hospitality ethos of Napa Valley. At the heart of the arrival experience stands The Offering Tree, a symbolic focal point encircled by a sculptural hospitality table, often welcoming guests with wine tastings in partnership with local wineries, transforming arrival into an act of generosity and community.
Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley's 203 guest rooms and suites showcase earth-tone palettes, and warm wood accents, offering generous space and spa-like bathrooms. Featuring the largest rooms by square footage in the downtown region, all rooms offer premium amenities, including coffee makers, tea kettles and temperature-controlled wine refrigerators. Select rooms and suites feature custom bi-fold doors that open onto private patios with stylish fire pits for a cozy, home-like indoor-outdoor experience. Guests can also enjoy an expansive pool and hot tub surrounded by lush native landscaping, as well as a peaceful redwood lawn with communal fire pits, perfect for reading, or for special events, from yoga sessions to wedding ceremonies.
A versatile venue for meetings, social celebrations, and retreats, Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley offers groups a variety of spaces, from garden-view venues to light-filled courtyards. The resort boasts over 15,000 square feet of event space, including seven meeting rooms, two boardrooms and the lawn.
Dining at Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley features bold flavors inspired by Napa Valley's American Regional Cuisine philosophy. The Lobby Lounge is the perfect place to enjoy a handcrafted drink and artisanal small plates in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Creekside Terrace offers a cozy yet elegant atmosphere, an ideal spot for breakfast, lunch, or a leisurely weekend brunch. For guests eager to explore Napa Valley, the Gourmet grab-and-go market in the lobby features quick, flavorful options to fuel the day, including locally sourced products from Ohm Coffee, Napa Nuts, and Vintage Sweet Shoppe chocolates. Set to open in early 2026, the hotel's new restaurant will introduce a nationally acclaimed steakhouse to Napa for the first time, blending innovative dishes with modern technique and its award-winning wine selection in an alluring, vibrant space.
Guests can restore their wellbeing in the state-of-the-art fitness center featuring the full complement of Peloton(R) cardio equipment. Also expected to debut in early 2026, The Spa at Casa Mani will introduce a sanctuary of transformative well-being in the heart of downtown Napa. Seasonal rituals inspired by Napa's ecological rhythms will feature hand-blended botanicals and bespoke bodywork, creating an experience that evolves with the land. With five treatment rooms, including a deluxe treatment suite for couples, and the Hydrothermal Circuit with steam, sauna, and experience sensory shower, guests will be immersed into a refuge designed for restoration and connection.
Marking the arrival of Napa's first downtown urban resort, Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton's 25 distinct hotel brands. Hilton is redefining the guest experience by continuing to introduce new ways to stay through an unmatched portfolio of award-winning brands, opening new horizons of travel and adventure for Hilton guests, especially Hilton Honors members, who can dream, book, and earn and spend Points for stays.
For more information about Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton, or to book a reservation, please visit curiocollection.com/casamaniresortnapavalley or call (707) 253-9540.
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About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 25 world-class brands comprising 9,000 properties and over 1.3 million rooms, in 141 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history. Named as the No. 1 World's Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton aims to create the best culture for its 500,000 team members around the world. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 235 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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About Curio Collection by Hilton
Curio Collection by Hilton is a global portfolio of more than 190 individually remarkable hotels hand-picked to immerse guests in one-of-a-kind moments in the world's most sought-after destinations. Each hotel in the collection evokes a bespoke story through distinctive architecture and design, world-class food & beverage and curated experiences, while providing the benefits of Hilton and its award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors. Experience Curio Collection by booking at curiocollection.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Curio Collection by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/curio, and follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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Original text here: https://stories.hilton.com/releases/casa-mani-resort-napa-valley-curio-collection-by-hilton-now-accepting-reservations
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BMJ Group: Tai Chi as Good as Talking Therapy for Managing Chronic Insomnia
LONDON, England, Nov. 27 (TNSjou) -- BMJ Group issued the following news release about their journal "The BMJ":
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Tai chi as good as talking therapy for managing chronic insomnia
Results support use of tai chi for long term management of chronic insomnia in over 50s
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Tai chi, a form of mind-body exercise widely practiced in Chinese communities, has similar benefits to talking therapy for middle aged and older people with chronic insomnia, finds a trial (https://www.bmj.com/content/391/bmj-2025-084320) from Hong Kong published by The BMJ today.
These results support the use of tai chi
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LONDON, England, Nov. 27 (TNSjou) -- BMJ Group issued the following news release about their journal "The BMJ":
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Tai chi as good as talking therapy for managing chronic insomnia
Results support use of tai chi for long term management of chronic insomnia in over 50s
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Tai chi, a form of mind-body exercise widely practiced in Chinese communities, has similar benefits to talking therapy for middle aged and older people with chronic insomnia, finds a trial (https://www.bmj.com/content/391/bmj-2025-084320) from Hong Kong published by The BMJ today.
These results support the use of tai chifor the long term management of chronic insomnia in middle-aged and older adults, say the researchers.
Chronic insomnia is one of the most common sleep disorders in middle aged and older adults and has been linked to increased risks of cardiovascular diseases, mental disorders, and cognitive impairment.
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is the preferred treatment for chronic insomnia, but access is often limited by the high costs and low availability of therapists.
Previous studies have also shown benefits of tai chi in middle aged and older adults with insomnia, but direct comparisons with active treatments such as CBT are lacking.
To address this gap, researchers set out to assess whether tai chi is comparable ("non-inferior") to cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) for managing chronic insomnia in middle aged and older adults.
Their findings are based on 200 Chinese adults aged 50 years or older diagnosed with chronic insomnia and enrolled at a research centre in Hong Kong between May 2020 and July 2022.
Participants were able to walk without assistance, were free of chronic conditions that may affect sleep, were not taking part in regular aerobic or mind-body exercise, had not received previous CBT-I treatment, and were not working shifts.
Participants were randomised to receive tai chi or cognitive behavioural therapy interventions for insomnia (CBT-I), consisting of one hour group sessions twice a week for a total of 24 sessions.
The Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) was used to assess change in perceived insomnia severity immediately after the 3-month interventions and at 12-month follow-up (month 15) by scoring symptoms such as difficulty falling and staying asleep, waking up too early and being unable to go back to sleep, and impact on daily life.
An ISI threshold of four points was used as the margin to assess non-inferiority.
At the start of the trial, both groups showed moderate levels of insomnia severity. At month 3, the tai chi group showed a reduction of 6.67 points in ISI scores, while the CBT-I group had a reduction of 11.19 points, resulting in a between group difference of 4.52. Tai chi was therefore deemed inferior to CBT-I at month 3 because the upper confidence limit exceeded the non-inferiority margin.
However, at month 15, the reductions for the tai chi and CBT-I groups were 9.51 and 10.18, respectively, with a between group difference of 0.68. At this point, tai chi was considered non-inferior to CBT-I because the upper limit fell within the non-inferiority margin.
Tai chi and CBT-I also had comparable benefits on subjective sleep parameters, quality of life, mental health, and physical activity level. No adverse events occurred during the intervention period.
The authors acknowledge that the positive effects of tai chi may be partially due to participants' continued practice after the end of the interventions, and say further studies are needed to determine whether the benefits of tai chi can be applied to other countries or regions with different demographic characteristics.
However, they conclude: "Our study supports tai chi as an alternative treatment approach for the long term management of chronic insomnia in middle aged and older adults."
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Notes for editors
Research: Tai chi or cognitive behavioural therapy for treating insomnia in middle aged and older adults: randomised non-inferiority trial doi: 10.1136/bmj-2025-084320
Journal: The BMJ
External funding: General Research Fund of Research Grants Council, Hong Kong University Grants Committee and Seed Fund for Basic Research of the University of Hong Kong
Link to Academy of Medical Sciences press release labelling system:
http://press.psprings.co.uk/AMSlabels.pdf
Externally peer reviewed? Yes
Evidence type: Randomised non-inferiority (comparability) trial
Subjects: People
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Original text here: https://bmjgroup.com/tai-chi-as-good-as-talking-therapy-for-managing-chronic-insomnia/
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BMJ Group: Daily Coffee Drinking May Slow Biological Ageing of People With Major Mental Illness
LONDON, England, Nov. 27 (TNSjou) -- BMJ Group issued the following news release about their journal "BMJ Mental Health":
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Daily coffee drinking may slow biological ageing of people with major mental illness
Major psychiatric disorders associated with shorter telomeres, indicative of cellular ageing
3-4 cups linked to longer telomeres, equal to 5 extra 'biological' years, say researchers
But no such effects observed beyond this daily amount
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Drinking a maximum of 3-4 cups of coffee a day may slow the 'biological' ageing of people with severe mental illness, by lengthening their telomeres--indicators
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LONDON, England, Nov. 27 (TNSjou) -- BMJ Group issued the following news release about their journal "BMJ Mental Health":
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Daily coffee drinking may slow biological ageing of people with major mental illness
Major psychiatric disorders associated with shorter telomeres, indicative of cellular ageing
3-4 cups linked to longer telomeres, equal to 5 extra 'biological' years, say researchers
But no such effects observed beyond this daily amount
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Drinking a maximum of 3-4 cups of coffee a day may slow the 'biological' ageing of people with severe mental illness, by lengthening their telomeres--indicatorsof cellular ageing--and giving them the equivalent of 5 extra biological years, compared with non-coffee drinkers, finds research (https://mentalhealth.bmj.com/lookup/doi/10.1136/bmjment-2025-301700) published in the open access journal BMJ Mental Health.
But no such effects were observed beyond this quota, which is the maximum daily intake recommended by several international health authorities, including the NHS and the US Food and Drug Administration.
Telomeres sit on the end of chromosomes and perform a role similar to the plastic tips on the end of shoelaces. While telomere shortening is a natural part of the ageing process, it seems to be accelerated in those with major psychiatric disorders, such as psychosis, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder, note the researchers.
Telomeres are sensitive to environmental factors, including, possibly, diet. And coffee, when drunk in moderation, has been associated with various health benefits, prompting the researchers to explore whether it might influence the rate at which telomeres shorten in people with major mental ill health.
They included 436 adult participants from the Norwegian Thematically Organised Psychosis (TOP) study, recruited between 2007 and 2018: 259 had schizophrenia; the rest (177) had affective disorders, including bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder with psychosis.
Participants were asked how much coffee they drank every day and were grouped into 4 categories: zero (44); 1-2 cups; 3-4 cups (110); and 5 or more cups. And they were asked whether they smoked, and if so, for how long they had done so.
Participants who drank 5+ cups a day were significantly older than those who drank none or 1-2 cups a day. And those with schizophrenia drank significantly more coffee than those with an affective disorder.
Smoking is associated with faster caffeine metabolism. And around three quarters of participants (77%; 337) smoked, and had done so, on average, for 9 years. And those drinking 5+ cups a day had smoked for significantly longer than any of the other groups.
Telomere length was measured from white blood cells (leucocytes) extracted from blood samples, and this revealed a significant difference among the 4 groups, forming a J shaped curve.
Compared with those drinking no coffee, drinking up to 3-4 cups a day was associated with longer telomeres, but not in those participants drinking 5 or more every day.
Those participants getting a daily 4-cup caffeine hit had telomere lengths comparable to a biological age 5 years younger than that of non-coffee drinkers after adjusting for age, sex, ethnicity, tobacco use, type of mental ill health, and drug treatment.
This is an observational study, and, as such, no firm conclusions can be drawn about cause and effect. And the researchers acknowledge that they had no information on potentially influential factors, including the type and timing of the coffee consumed, actual caffeine levels, or other sources of caffeinated drinks.
But there are plausible biological explanations for their findings, they suggest. These include the powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds found in coffee.
"Telomeres are highly sensitive to both oxidative stress and inflammation, further highlighting how coffee intake could help preserve cellular ageing in a population whose pathophysiology may be predisposing them to an accelerated rate of ageing," they explain.
Coffee is popular worldwide, with an estimated 10.56 billion kilos consumed around the globe in 2021-2 alone, they point out.
But despite its potential benefits, "consuming more than the daily recommended amount of coffee may also cause cellular damage and [telomere] shortening through the formation of reactive oxygen species," they caution, emphasising that international health authorities recommend limiting caffeine intake to a maximum of 400 mg/day (4 cups of coffee).
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Research: Coffee intake is associated with telomere length in severe mental disorders Doi: 10.1136/bmjment-2025-301700
Journal: BMJ Mental Health
External funding: Medical Research Council; Research Council of Norway
Link to Academy of Medical Sciences press release labelling system http://press.psprings.co.uk/AMSlabels.pdf
Externally peer reviewed? Yes
Evidence type: Observational
Subjects: People
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Original text here: https://bmjgroup.com/daily-coffee-drinking-may-slow-biological-ageing-of-people-with-major-mental-illness/
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8-Series Reimagined: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Delivers Premium Performance and Experiences
SAN DIEGO, California, Nov. 27 -- Qualcomm, a developer and innovator of advanced wireless technologies, products and services, issued the following news release on Nov. 26, 2025:
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8-Series Reimagined: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Delivers Premium Performance and Experiences
Highlights:
* The Snapdragon 8-series continues to expand premium smartphone technologies, fueling many of the world's leading flagship devices, delivering exceptional performance tailored to the evolving needs of OEMs and consumers.
* Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 brings flagship-level performance, intelligence, and experiences to a
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SAN DIEGO, California, Nov. 27 -- Qualcomm, a developer and innovator of advanced wireless technologies, products and services, issued the following news release on Nov. 26, 2025:
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8-Series Reimagined: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Delivers Premium Performance and Experiences
Highlights:
* The Snapdragon 8-series continues to expand premium smartphone technologies, fueling many of the world's leading flagship devices, delivering exceptional performance tailored to the evolving needs of OEMs and consumers.
* Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 brings flagship-level performance, intelligence, and experiences to awider range of premium smartphones.
* The premium Platform will power flagship OEMs including OnePlus, with new devices launching in the coming weeks.
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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. today announced the Snapdragon(R) 8 Gen 5 Mobile Platform, a premium offering that combines outstanding performance with cutting-edge technologies, raising the bar for flagship mobile experiences.
Two Premium Tier Offerings
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 joins our premium tier family, offering consumers greater choice and flexibility. It is premium at its core and meets the rising demand for cutting-edge capabilities - from AI and camera innovations to immersive gaming experiences.
Transform Smartphones into Intuitive Companions
With the new 8-series Mobile Platform, users can instantly wake their AI assistant up simply by picking up their device, thanks to the Qualcomm(R) Sensing Hub, which intelligently combines microphone and sensor inputs to detect users' intent to speak. Powered by the Qualcomm(R) AI Engine, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 also enables agentic AI assistants to deliver context-aware interactions and personalized suggestions - elevating mobile experiences with seamless, on-device intelligent experiences. At the core of these capabilities is the Qualcomm(R) Hexagon(TM) NPU, which achieves up to 46% improved performance1.
Unlock Flagship Speeds
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is an incredibly fast mobile systems-on-a-chip - it features the custom-built Qualcomm Oryon(TM) CPU, fueling peak speeds up to 3.8 GHz. Along with faster speeds, this Mobile Platform delivers a remarkable 36% performance improvement and 76% better web browsing responsiveness1. This leap in processing power enables smoother multitasking, faster responsiveness, and enhanced efficiency across demanding applications. Complementing the CPU, the Qualcomm(R) Adreno(TM) GPU features our innovative sliced architecture which unlocks higher clock speeds and boosts gaming and graphics performance by 11%1.
"As the demand for premium smartphones continues to surge, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is perfectly positioned to meet and exceed consumers' evolving expectations. We've reimagined our 8-series family, putting premium performance into the hands of more consumers worldwide," said Chris Patrick, senior vice president and general manager, mobile handset, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 places users at the center of their mobile experiences, empowering them with the speed, intelligence, and efficiency they need to perform at their peak and unlock their full creative potential."
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 will be featured in flagship devices from global OEMs and smartphone brands, including iQOO, Honor, Meizu, Motorola, OnePlus and vivo. For more information, visit the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 webpage and product brief.
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About Qualcomm
Qualcomm relentlessly innovates to deliver intelligent computing everywhere, helping the world tackle some of its most important challenges. Building on our 40 years of technology leadership in creating era-defining breakthroughs, we deliver a broad portfolio of solutions built with our leading-edge AI, high-performance, low-power computing, and unrivaled connectivity. Our Snapdragon(R) platforms power extraordinary consumer experiences, and our Qualcomm Dragonwing(TM) products empower businesses and industries to scale to new heights. Together with our ecosystem partners, we enable next-generation digital transformation to enrich lives, improve businesses, and advance societies. At Qualcomm, we are engineering human progress.
Qualcomm Incorporated includes our licensing business, QTL, and the vast majority of our patent portfolio. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, operates, along with its subsidiaries, substantially all of our engineering and research and development functions and substantially all of our products and services businesses, including our QCT semiconductor business. Snapdragon and Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm patents are licensed by Qualcomm Incorporated.
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Original text here: https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releases/2025/11/-the-8-series-reimagined--snapdragon-8-gen-5-delivers-premium-pe
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