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Rolls-Royce unveils Phantom Hummingbird with first-ever abalone shell marquetry. The Rolls-Royce Phantom Hummingbird features the marque's first use of abalone shell marquetry in a motor car. September 18, 2026 Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has unveiled the Phantom Hummingbird, a bespoke Phantom Extended private commission featuring the marque's first application of abalone shell marquetry in a motor car. Commissioned as a personal tribute to the client's wife, the one-off creation was curated by the Rolls-Royce Private Office Dubai. The design draws inspiration from the hummingbird's iridescent plumage, combining abalone shell and mother-of-pearl to create intricate bird motifs throughout the cabin. The shimmering materials are used to capture the changing colours and natural beauty associated with the hummingbird. Each of the two rear picnic tables features a detailed hummingbird crafted from 53 individual pieces of abalone shell and mother-of-pearl, including 18 pieces used for the wings. A separate botanical design on the rear Waterfall panel incorporates a further 84 individual pieces of the materials. Nine Months of Development The bespoke marquetry required more than nine months of development, during which Rolls-Royce craftspeople produced six different iterations before finalising a suitable technique for working with the thin and brittle abalone shell. Each fragment was initially laser-cut slightly larger than its required dimensions. The pieces were then individually shaped and carefully fitted by hand to achieve the final design. According to Rolls-Royce, the three marquetry panels required a combined 45 hours of craftsmanship to complete. The marquetry is set against Ash Burr veneer, while Silver Birch is incorporated into the picnic table designs. The cabin combines these natural materials with Creme Light leather, complemented by Moccasin and Tan detailing, Seashell carpets and a Starlight Headliner. Bespoke Exterior Finish The Phantom Hummingbird is finished in a distinctive two-tone Wildberry and White Sands exterior colour scheme. The two shades are separated by a hand-applied White Sands Coachline, which itself features a bespoke hummingbird motif. Phil Fabre de la Grange, Head of Bespoke at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said the use of abalone shell introduced a new technical and creative challenge for the company's designers and craftspeople. The Phantom Hummingbird further demonstrates Rolls-Royce's bespoke capabilities, combining rare natural materials with highly intricate craftsmanship to create a highly personalised interpretation of the Phantom Extended.

13th Centraide Cup, presented by Keurig Dr Pepper, raises $490,000. Wednesday, Sep 16, 2026, 09:02 AM MONTRÉAL - The 13th edition of the Centraide Cup, which was held on Sept. 12 and 13 at Stade Saputo, has raised a record $490,000 in support of Centraide of Greater Montreal and the Montreal Impact Foundation. "The Centraide Cup has become a unifying event that perfectly reflects the shared values of the Montreal Impact Foundation and Centraide of Greater Montreal," said Carmie Saputo, President of the Montreal Impact Foundation. "Year after year, the corporate community generously comes together to support causes that have a tangible impact in our communities. With warm thanks to the participating teams, our partners and the many volunteers who contribute to the success of this event for their mutual commitment, we will continue our mission of supporting young people by investing in meaningful projects that foster development and well-being." "We are privileged to count on the commitment of participating organizations and their employees, who demonstrate a remarkable spirit of solidarity," said Maud Doualan, Vice-President, Philanthropic Development, at Centraide of Greater Montreal. "The Centraide Cup is much more than a sports tournament. It brings together hundreds of people around a common cause through the unifying power of soccer. The generosity of participants, the unwavering support of the Montreal Impact Foundation, and the strong partnership we share with the Saputo Stadium team enable us to help improve the living conditions of families and young people facing difficult circumstances." On the field, the team FC Eagles claimed the title in the elite category, while FC HQ 1 was crowned champion in the intermediate category. Énergies+ took the honours in the recreational category. Rolls-Royce 1 also received the Sportsmanship Award, presented each year to the team best demonstrating sportsmanship and camaraderie. The event was made possible thanks to the essential support of partners including Keurig Dr Pepper, Stade Saputo, BMO, Courchesne-Larose, JOO BIO, Metro, Popeye's and Saputo. About the Montreal Impact Foundation Since its creation in 2013, the Montreal Impact Foundation has been deeply involved in its community. Its mission is to organize and support activities to improve the quality of life of children and families from vulnerable backgrounds. In particular, it provides sports facilities to promote physical activity, healthy lifestyle habits and social integration. About Centraide of Greater Montreal A true agent of change, Centraide of Greater Montreal is a public foundation whose mission is to bring people together and take action for an inclusive and poverty-free Greater Montreal. To achieve this goal, it supports a network of 375 community agencies and projects in Laval, in Montreal and on the South Shore that improve the living conditions of people in a situation of poverty. Centraide works with the Greater Montreal population and with communities, businesses, institutions and philanthropic organizations.

Diners at Chicago restaurant shocked by suspicious Rolls-Royce with no license plates and the truth soon came to light. Published on Sep 10, 2026 at 12:02 AM (UTC+4) by Daisy Edwards Last updated on Sep 10, 2026 at 12:02 AM (UTC+4) Edited by Ben Thompson A suspicious Rolls-Royce with no license plates had diners at a Chicago-area restaurant wondering what was going on, but the truth was far more serious than they could have imagined. The luxury car immediately stood out in the parking lot, especially given its eye-watering price tag and unusual circumstances. Police soon became interested in the mysterious vehicle after discovering its identification details. What they found would turn a strange-looking Rolls-Royce into a much bigger story. The suspicious Rolls-Royce was stolen from Texas but found in Chicago. Orland Park police discovered the Rolls-Royce on January 31, 2026, after noticing it had no license plates. Officers checked the VIN beneath the windshield and found the vehicle had been reported stolen from Fort Bend County, Texas, on January 24. Police determined it had been stolen while being transported from Texas to North Carolina before somehow ending up in Illinois. Rather than simply tow it away, officers waited to see who would return. Later that day, a 31-year-old man identified as Husamuldeen Abed came back to the Rolls-Royce, unlocked it with a key and got inside. Police then arrested him. The truth behind the no-plate Rolls-Royce. Police said Abed was also carrying an Illinois license plate that had been reported stolen and belonged to a 2006 Audi. He was charged with aggravated unlawful possession of a stolen motor vehicle and possession of stolen property. The Rolls-Royce was recovered and Abed was released following his initial court appearance. There has since been little publicly reported about the case. A June 2026 follow-up found no publicly reported plea, additional charges or final disposition. That leaves one major mystery unanswered: how exactly did a Rolls-Royce stolen in Texas while being transported to North Carolina end up sitting outside a restaurant in suburban Chicago? For the diners who first noticed the strange luxury car with no license plates, what looked like an unusual parking job turned out to be something much more serious. A brief history of Rolls-Royce. * 1904: Henry Royce and Charles Rolls meet in Manchester and agree to work together, laying the foundations for Rolls-Royce. * 1906: Rolls-Royce Limited is officially formed and launches the 40/50 H.P., better known as the Silver Ghost, which quickly earns a reputation as one of the world's finest cars. * 1925: The first Phantom arrives, beginning one of the longest-running luxury nameplates in automotive history. * 1965: The Silver Shadow launches, becoming the manufacturer's first production car with a monocoque construction. * 1971: The company's car and aircraft-engine businesses become separate entities. * 1998: BMW acquires the brand and naming rights for motor cars. * 2003: The first car built at the company's new Goodwood, England, factory is delivered - a new-generation Phantom. * 2017: The company revives its coachbuilding tradition with the ultra-exclusive Sweptail. * 2023: Celebrates 20 years of production at Goodwood, having expanded its range well beyond the Phantom. The 10 most stolen cars in the US in 2025 according to the NICB. * Hyundai Elantra - 21,732 thefts * Honda Accord - 17,797 thefts * Hyundai Sonata - 17,687 thefts * Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - 16,764 thefts * Honda Civic - 12,725 thefts * Kia Optima - 11,521 thefts * Ford F-150 - 10,102 thefts * Toyota Camry - 9,833 thefts * Honda CR-V - 9,809 thefts * Nissan Altima - 8,445 thefts