The cropped blazer is the key piece to update your wardrobe this autumn. After seasons of oversized, menswear silhouettes, Autumn/Winter 2026–27 tightens the proportions and shifts the focus back to the waist. Far from a runway-only trend, the short tailored jacket is surprisingly versatile — it refreshes jeans, modernises office looks and pairs beautifully with …
Rossella Diaco, a familiar and comforting voice on Italy’s roads, has passed away at 65. For decades she guided millions of travellers with practical updates, calm reassurance and a warmth that made radio feel like a trusted companion. Her daughter Federica announced the news on social media with a heartfelt message, recalling the courage with …
Games are no longer just a pastime: a new wave of game designers — many of them women — are deliberately crafting both video games and tabletop experiences that challenge stereotypes, explore injustice, and invite players to think differently. These creators are turning playful mechanics into tools for empathy and education, proving that the rules …
White shoes are back — and not just for summer. For Autumn/Winter 2026–27, designers and style stars are proving that a white shoe can be the single accessory that transforms an outfit, brightens heavy textures and gives an instant, modern lift to darker seasonal wardrobes. From delicate strappy sandals to bold block‑soled boots, the “white …
January 1958. New York is under a heavy snow, and a passerby on 82nd Street looks up to see typed pages drifting from a red‑brick apartment window. The woman who rushes out into the cold to gather them, trembling and embarrassed, is Nelle Harper Lee. Two years later the world will know her as Harper …
Why mosquitoes bite some people more than others — and what you can do about it It’s a familiar summer scene: friends gathered on a terrace, laughter, drinks — and you’re the only one who looks like you’ve been peppered with bites. If you’ve ever wondered why mosquitoes seem to favour some people over others, …
Why blue bags are the must‑have it‑piece for Autumn‑Winter 2026/27 Move over black and beige: this coming season, blue is stealing the spotlight on the runway and in our wardrobes. From powdery sky tones to electric Klein and deep cobalt, designers from Ferragamo to Celine have turned the humble handbag into the season’s defining accessory. …
Prague zoo’s creative heat relief: polar bears feast on salmon ice‑cream and three tonnes of ice When summer temperatures soar and heatwaves become the new normal, zoos across Europe are having to innovate fast to protect their animals. At Prague Zoo, keepers have responded to an intense second wave of heat by bringing in three …
Pack light, travel stylish: how to build the perfect holiday capsule wardrobe Packing for a holiday often becomes an exercise in over‑preparation: worried we might not have the “right” outfit for every eventuality, we end up lugging an entire wardrobe around the world. The capsule wardrobe offers a smarter alternative. By focusing on carefully chosen, …
Why getting a cat for your child could be one of the best parenting decisions — what the research says As World Cat Day approaches, many families are revisiting the perennial question: “Can we get a cat?” Beyond the promises of “I’ll feed it” and “I’ll clean the litter,” recent research offers nuanced evidence that …
