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• HACOY Launches Unisex Denim Collection with Organic Cotton-Hemp Blend other

  HACOY, a brand founded by a Polimoda alumnus, has released a unisex denim collection made from a 315-gram mid-weight fabric composed of two-thirds organic cotton and one-third…

• Erling Haaland's World Cup fame drives Chinese tourism to Norway other

  Erling Haaland, the rising star of Norwegian football, has become incredibly popular in China, thanks to his World Cup performance and a campaign for a herbal drink. This newfound…

• Petition demands return of cancelled character Valko in Love and Deepspace other

  A petition with nearly 250,000 signatures and the hashtag #BringBackValko demand the return of Valko, the cancelled sixth male love interest in the mobile game Love and Deepspace.…

• Balena Science Launches BioCir® Flexible Plastic Alternatives for High-Performance Applications other

  Balena Science has introduced BioCir®, a range of bio-based materials that aim to replicate the adaptability and effectiveness of traditional plastics while promoting circularity.…

• Vogue's Weekly Beauty Roundup: Summer Sorbets and Bold Lips other

  Vogue's Beauty Marks weekly edition highlights celebrity beauty trends, including summer sorbet colors, bold lips, and warm blush. Katy Perry in Madrid embraced pastels and…

• Valeska Grisebach blends documentary and fiction in her films other

  German filmmaker Valeska Grisebach, known for 'Western' (2017) and 'Longing' (2006), creates cinema that blurs the line between documentary and fiction. Her latest film,…

• Gen Z clubbing anxiety: fear of going viral reshapes nightlife other

  Student Freya Price, 21, says hypervigilance about being filmed in clubs has replaced the carefree nights Millennials enjoyed. She and friends avoid promoters' cameras and watch…

• Pauline Clément on overcoming school struggles through theatre other

  Pauline Clément, a 39-year-old sociétaire at the Comédie-Française, reflects on her difficult school years and the transformative power of theatre. In an interview with Le Monde,…

• Wham! documentary reveals how 1985 China tour changed lives other

  A new documentary, 'Wham! 10 Days in China,' explores how the 1985 tour by Wham!—the first Western pop act to perform in communist China—inspired Chinese audience members to…

• Nokia launches four dumbphones with AI assistant buttons other

  HMD has introduced four classic Nokia brick phones featuring a button specifically for an AI assistant, catering to those who prefer straightforward functionality for tasks such…

• Beaux Arts’ Top 10 Venice Spots for the 2026 Biennale other

  Beaux Arts magazine has published a curated list of ten recommended addresses in Venice for visitors during the 2026 Venice Biennale, which runs until November 22. The guide…

• Latine Mayfair: Franco-Latin restaurant with versatile atmosphere opens in London other

  Latine, a Franco-Latin dining establishment crafted by London-based designer Victoria Vogel, has debuted in Lancashire Court, Mayfair. This venue boasts several unique areas: a…

• UK PM Burnham faces early test over US use of British bases for Iran strikes other

  Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces an immediate test as US President Donald Trump seeks use of British military bases for renewed strikes against Iran. The US has…

• Keyrock Acquires BlockFills Trading Assets to Expand Institutional Crypto Business other

  On Thursday, Keyrock announced its acquisition of BlockFills' institutional digital asset trading and brokerage assets. This Brussels-based firm will obtain client relationships,…

• John Wilson and Sinfonia of London: From Ravel to Broadway at the BBC Proms other

  Conductor John Wilson, leading his Sinfonia of London, has become a hot ticket at the BBC Proms with a repertoire spanning Ravel, Rachmaninov, and Broadway tunes. Wilson makes no…

• BTS Returns to Paris for Stade de France Concerts After Seven Years other

  The South Korean K-pop group BTS performed at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, 2026, as part of their world tour. The concerts marked…

• «À voix basse»: Three Generations Uncover Guilt and Shame in Tunisia other

  The podcast «À voix basse» explores the lingering guilt and shame across three generations in Tunisia, 15 years after the revolution that sparked the Arab Spring. On December 17,…

• Alfred Escher: The King of Switzerland and the Gotthard Tunnel Gamble other

  The article profiles Alfred Escher, the Zurich politician and industrial magnate who was the most powerful figure in the Swiss federal state. Escher propelled Switzerland into…

• Englebert Jewellery and Swedish Ceramics Unite in Photo Series other

  Englebert, a Swedish jewellery house founded in Stockholm in 1920, has collaborated with photographer Sophie Kirk and set designer Paul Jackson on a photo series pairing its gold…

• Documentary Picks: Behind Vieilles Charrues, Paul Seixas, Camping Joys other

  La Matinale recommends documentaries to watch on replay, featuring behind-the-scenes of the Vieilles Charrues festival, the dual personality of Paul Seixas, and the joys of…

• Nelson Mandela: The Invincible Soul Who Changed the World other

  Nelson Mandela, born Rolihlahla Dalibhunga on July 18, 1918, in Qunu, South Africa, became the father of modern South Africa and one of the most beloved global leaders of the 20th…

• Russian Forces Intensify Assault on Lyman and Sloviansk in Donbas other

  Russian forces continue daily assaults on the Donbas towns of Lyman and Sloviansk, employing drones and artillery to break Ukrainian defenses. Lyman, briefly occupied in 2022…

• US oil blockade cripples Cuba, energy minister admits no fuel reserves other

  Cuba faces a severe energy crisis as a US oil blockade, now in its fourth month, has depleted the island's fuel reserves. Energy Minister Vicente de la O Levy stated, 'We have no…

• Vasco Brondi's Music and Satori Through Kipling's Lens other

  Alessandro Zaccuri and Anita Romanello explore Vasco Brondi's music through Rudyard Kipling's story "The Wrong Thing" from the Puck cycle. The narrative involves Mr Springett and…

• 16 Viral World Cup Moments: From Haaland's Bromance to Posh Spice's Meme other

  The 2026 World Cup in the US, Mexico, and Canada generated numerous viral moments and memes. Victoria Beckham became a meme for remaining seated while her husband David celebrated…

• North Korean Defectors Describe K-pop as a Window to Freedom other

  North Korean defectors reveal how K-pop, particularly BTS, has become a form of resistance and hope inside the isolated regime. Lee Yeon-su, who defected in the 2000s, now attends…

• Tracee Ellis Ross Makes Broadway Debut in ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ other

  Tracee Ellis Ross is set to make her debut on Broadway in 'Every Brilliant Thing,' a 40-page monologue crafted by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe. The narrative revolves around…

• Chef Yann Nury Debuts Restored 1959 VW Van Kitchen for Backyard Soirées other

  Chef Yann Nury has unveiled a unique culinary experience with his restored 1959 Volkswagen single-cab pick-up van, featuring a self-sustained kitchen. The van boasts a Josper…

• Labyrinths as Play: From Spiral Jetty to Borges Garden, the Art of Getting Lost other

  A feature on designboom delves into the playful aspect of disorientation created by labyrinths and mazes, tracing their evolution from ancient geometric designs to modern land…

• Trump Blames Canada for Wildfire Smoke, Threatens Tariff Hike other

  President Donald Trump of the United States attributed the wildfire smoke permeating the country to Canada, announcing plans to incorporate the "incalculable cost" of addressing…

• Best Deals on Versatile Zooms for Mirrorless Cameras other

  B&H Photo has some great deals right now on zoom lenses that work with various mirrorless camera brands like Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, L-Mount, and Fujifilm X. Just a heads up,…

• Vogue's Guide to Mini Dresses for Summer 2025 other

  Vogue highlights the mini dress as the essential summer garment, offering styling tips for various occasions. The piece features specific brands and accessories, including Dôen,…

• Vogue Tests Epilators for Legs: Expert and Editor Reviews other

  Vogue contributor Iman Balagam, a Pakistani woman with thick hair, tested multiple epilators for legs after years of trying Nair, at-home waxing, sugaring, laser hair removal (12…

• Best October Destinations for Fall Foliage and Architecture other

  Architectural Digest has curated a list of five top destinations for October travel that combine peak leaf peeping with landmark architecture. The guide is designed for travelers…

• US and Iran Strike Infrastructure, Risking Escalation other

  On Friday, American military forces targeted bridges in Iran, prompting a retaliatory strike from Tehran on a power and desalination facility in Kuwait, thus broadening the scope…

• Messi and Yamal's Serendipitous First Meeting 18 Years Before World Cup Final other

  A 2007 UNICEF calendar photoshoot brought together a 20-year-old Lionel Messi and a 5-month-old Lamine Yamal, who now face off in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Photographer Joan…

• Magnitude 7.3 Quake Strikes Off Mexico’s Chiapas Coast, Felt in Guatemala and El Salvador other

  On Friday, a 7.3 magnitude earthquake hit off the coast of Chiapas, Mexico, causing tremors felt in Guatemala and El Salvador. The US Geological Survey indicated the quake…

• 20-Year Sentence for Fatal Stabbing of Dancer O'Shae Sibley in Anti-Gay Attack other

  Dmitriy Popov, now 20, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on July 16, 2026, for the fatal stabbing of professional dancer O'Shae Sibley at a Midwood, Brooklyn gas station in…

• Reverse Hair Washing: Conditioner Before Shampoo Boosts Volume other

  Reverse hair washing, applying conditioner before shampoo, is gaining attention as a method to boost volume and hydration. Board-certified dermatologist Sandra Oska, MD, explains…

• Global events captured in 20 photographs other

  A photo essay documents major events worldwide, including Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City, Jewish worshippers at al-Aqsa compound in Jerusalem, wildfires in France and the US,…