The KOMPISHÄNG collection from IKEA, consisting of thirteen portable home decor items, will be launched in August 2026. It was specifically designed for the younger generation of renters and city dwellers whose lives are increasingly defined by temporary leases, rising housing costs, and frequent changes in residence.
The KOMPISHÄNG collection addresses the physical needs of this demographic group while reflecting current economic realities. Research conducted in London allowed the IKEA design team to visit the homes of people aged 20 to 28 to understand how moving affects daily life.
The items in the collection acknowledge the complexities of a nomadic lifestyle, allowing people to create a sense of home even when the house itself is constantly changing. These pieces are characterized by their portability without sacrificing durability. For example, the pine solid wood desk assembles without tools and features a built-in handle for carrying. The coffee table folds for transport, and the storage organizer transforms into a backpack.
The folding stools connect to each other, forming sculptural shelving units, which demonstrates IKEA's design philosophy—multifunctional furniture that values thoughtful engineering over material excess. The collection is made primarily from solid pine, powder-coated steel, and durable canvas, enabling it to withstand numerous moves.
Neutral shades are used instead of bright colors, allowing each item to comfortably move between different residences, interiors, and life stages. This is a subtle yet significant shift from furniture designed for a single room to furniture intended for an uncertain future.
A crucial part of the collection's design story is the involvement of young designers belonging to the very demographic for whom the products are intended. Two IKEA interns contributed to the creation of several key elements, bringing direct experience of living under temporary conditions into the development process. Instead of designing furniture for young renters, IKEA invited them directly into the design process, resulting in a collection that meets the needs of generations, the economy, and culture.
Ibiza, an extremely popular destination in the European summer, is known for both its paradise beaches and its vibrant nightlife, which intensifies during the high season. The island offers various entertainment options, including nightclubs, stunning beaches, and electronic music.
Among the island's most famous attractions are specific locations that have become landmarks for travelers visiting the Balearic Islands in the hottest months.
Considered one of the most iconic nightclubs on the island, Amnesia was fundamental in establishing Ibiza as a global party destination, recognized as one of the best clubs on the planet. This venue is a key influencer in Ibiza's nightlife fame, as it pioneered the style of electronic music later nicknamed the "Balearic beat."
In 2026, the club will celebrate its 50th anniversary, marking the opening as a space dedicated to counterculture. The schedule includes several special events to commemorate this date, culminating in the fifty-year "Closing Festival" on October 10th.
Located on Salinas Road and near Ibiza Airport, DC10 gets its name from the famous airplane. It became iconic due to photos of its patrons enjoying the party on the terrace while aircraft flew close to the sky.
Founded in 1989, this nightclub started as a simple "music bar" with a limited capacity of 80 people. Today, its structure has grown significantly, capable of accommodating up to 4,000 partygoers simultaneously. The venue is also home to "Circoloco," a party that gained notoriety in the early 2000s for its unusual programming, starting sessions on Monday mornings.
Another historical landmark of Ibiza's nightlife, Pachá has been operating on the island since 1973. Its fame led it to become part of an international holding company in recent years, which began developing "franchises" of the establishment, extending its brand to hotels and restaurants.
However, to experience the most renowned nightlife under this banner, one must visit Ibiza. The club is particularly known for its artistic residencies, featuring internationally renowned DJs throughout the summer season.
Although many Ibiza clubs host parties at different times of the day, O Beach stands out for not focusing solely on the night. The venue defines itself as "the ultimate day club experience," offering daytime parties in front of the beach, allowing visitors to enjoy the sunset by the pool before heading to another club.
Ushuaïa is one of Ibiza's largest clubs, with a capacity to host nearly 8,000 people at the same time on a property adjacent to the sea, located in Platja d’en Bossa. This complex has its own hotel, as the party venue (both night and day), inaugurated in 2011, belongs to the Palladium group.
Next door is its sibling club, Hï Ibiza. This replaced Space Ibiza, a cult club in the late 1980s that ceased operations in 2016. Each club has a distinct identity: Ushuaïa prioritizes outdoor partying, with beach club characteristics and many daytime attractions, while Hï Ibiza hosts events in enclosed spaces, attracting the audience who wants to continue the party after midnight.
UNVRS is the newest addition to the list and is considered one of the most sought-after currently. Opened in 2025 by the same group responsible for Ushuaïa and Hï Ibiza, UNVRS (which means Universe) was recently elected the world's best club by the International Nightlife Association (INA) ranking, surpassing its sister clubs on the podium.
Its main differential is its grandiose environments, which use advanced technology internally to provide immersive experiences, and externally, integrate with the landscape and nature of Ibiza. Its colossal size is not surprising, as UNVRS occupies the same location that housed Privilege Ibiza for decades. The latter was an indoor club that closed in 2019 and, in the early 21st century, was listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's largest discotheque, with a capacity for 10,000 people. Although the capacity has been slightly adjusted in the current development, the impact remains.
There is a ranking of the deepest metro stations in the world. China and Ukraine hold leading positions on this list of depths.
The deepest station in the world is Hongyancun, located in Chongqing. This station is situated 116 meters underground. For comparison, this depth exceeds the height of Big Ben in London, which is 96 meters. Residents who use this station for commuting spend about ten minutes daily just descending on escalators to enter the train.
The Hongyancun station opened in 2022. Before its appearance, the leader of the list was the Arsenalna station in Kyiv, which is located 105 meters below the surface.
Almost all the deepest stations are located on opposite sides of the globe. In America, the deepest station is Washington Park in Portland, United States, with a depth of 79 meters.
Part of the Orange Line 6 subway in São Paulo was launched this July. This line will include the deepest stations in Latin America, with some sections exceeding 60 meters below ground level. The tunnels of Orange Line 6 are located below Yellow Line 4, which necessitated reaching such a great depth.
If someone tells you about a spring whose water can restore youth and prevent aging, you would likely perceive it as a plot from a science fiction film or a fairy tale. However, surprisingly, stories of such a place have been passed down in various civilizations for millennia. This source is known as the 'Fountain of Youth.'
The question arises: did such a spring ever actually exist, or is it merely a myth? Let us examine the entire history behind this legend. According to legends, the Fountain of Youth is a magical spring whose water or bathing in it allows a person to regain their youth. It is said that this water possesses incredible power that eliminates signs of aging and grants the gift of longevity. This is why people have sought this mysterious source for centuries.
Currently, no evidence has been found to confirm the real existence of a magical spring called the Fountain of Youth in the world. Historians believe it is a fabrication linked to humanity's eternal desire to remain young. Since water has always been the basis of life for every civilization, many cultures associated it with miraculous properties. This is why many streams, rivers, and lakes in many parts of the world were considered sacred and possessing wonders.
Even today, the water flowing from a cave in the city of Lourdes, France, is considered healing, and millions of pilgrims arrive there annually. They believe this water can cure diseases. Nevertheless, scientific data does not confirm these claims.
In the film 'Fountain of Youth,' this mysterious spring is depicted in connection with the Great Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. However, there is no evidence in history or folklore that the Fountain of Youth was ever associated with the Pyramids of Giza or the Seven Wonders of the World.
The story of the Fountain of Youth was not limited to Europe. About 2500 years ago, the Greek historian Herodotus mentioned people called Macrobians living in Africa. It was said that they lived unusually long lives, and the reason for this was special water in that place. After this, it was also said that Alexander the Great searched for a river whose water could make a person younger. In the Middle Ages in Europe, it was also believed that a Christian king, Prester John, lived somewhere in Asia or Africa, whose kingdom contained such a miraculous source. In the well-known 14th-century travel book 'The Travels of Sir John Mandeville,' the author claimed to have drunk water from such a magical spring in India.
The most famous story about the Fountain of Youth is connected to the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León. For a long time, it was believed that his true goal upon arriving in Florida, America, in 1513, was to find this magical spring. Rumors circulated that he believed this spring was located on Bimini Island in the Bahamas. However, historians argue that there is no solid proof of this. In his own letters, Ponce de León does not mention such a discovery. In fact, like other Spanish explorers, his goal was the conquest of new lands, wealth, and power.
After the death of Ponce de León, the Spanish historian Gonzalo Fernández de Oviedo wrote in his book that Ponce de León wandered in search of a magical spring. It is assumed that he was close to Ponce de León's political opponents and wanted to damage his reputation. But his account became so popular that the Fountain of Youth became forever associated with Florida.
Today, in St. Augustine, Florida, USA, there is the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park. It is claimed that Ponce de León found this magical water here. Nevertheless, historians disagree with this claim and believe that Ponce de León may never have been there.
From the perspective of history and science, the Fountain of Youth has no confirmed existence. It is a folk myth reflecting the oldest human desire—the desire to always remain young and healthy. Even if this mysterious spring was never found, its story continues to fascinate the human imagination thousands of years later, which perhaps makes the Fountain of Youth one of the most discussed mysteries in the world.
