Chloé’s Jelly Mules Are the Most Sought-After Sandals Right Now—And They're Dividing Opinion
Chloé’s latest jelly mule, a peep‑toe sandal styled like a glass slipper, has become the season’s most coveted luxury sandal. The whimsical design, made from a translucent jelly material, is selling out across all three colourways on Net‑a‑Porter. Fashion editors praise its playful spring vibe, while some buyers worry about comfort and durability. The rapid sell‑through highlights a growing appetite for novelty‑driven footwear in the high‑end market.
Paul Greengrass To Direct 20th Century Studios “Test Drive”
20th Century Studios is developing a new two‑hander action thriller titled “Test Drive,” with Oscar‑nominee Paul Greengrass set to direct. The project originated from a spec script by Matt Venne, which the studio secured after a heated bidding war in...
California Condors Nesting in Pacific Northwest for First Time in a Century, on Yurok Territory
California condors reintroduced by the Yurok Tribe appear to have laid their first egg in the Pacific Northwest, nesting in an old‑growth redwood after more than a century without breeding in the region. The pair, both nearly seven years old,...
Remembering Calvin Tomkins, a Master of the Profile
Calvin Tomkins, the legendary New Yorker staff writer who pioneered the modern artist profile, died at 100 on March 20, 2026. Over nearly seven decades he produced more than 80 in‑depth profiles, from Marcel Duchamp to contemporary figures like Tala Madani, many of which...
The Scientific Domains of Space Exploration
The article outlines how space exploration is a sprawling scientific ecosystem rather than a single discipline, linking physics, geology, biology, engineering, law, economics, and more. It traces the evolution from Apollo’s multidisciplinary sample analysis to modern missions like Artemis and...
Sunday Evenings With Godmothers
In this reflective episode titled "Sunday Evenings With Godmothers," the host explores the profound influence of godmothers and mentors, weaving personal anecdotes about family, failure, and growth. They discuss how pain and failure can catalyze personal development, the cognitive benefits...
Simen Mitlid Shares It’s Okay
Norwegian singer‑songwriter Simen Mitlid released his new single “It’s Okay,” expanding his folk‑inspired sound with added layers and pop‑leaning vibrancy. The track retains delicate acoustic textures while introducing richer instrumentation that broadens its appeal. Critics note a stylistic nod to...
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I Found the Best Way to Remove Sticky Grease From Stainless Steel—And It Doesn’t Leave Streaks
The article outlines a step‑by‑step method to eliminate sticky grease from stainless‑steel surfaces without leaving streaks. It recommends starting with hot, degreasing dish soap, followed by a microfiber dry, and for tougher grime, a light sprinkle of baking soda and...
Is Timothée Chalamet How Indie Watches Enter Pop Culture?
Timothée Chalamet arrived at the 2026 Oscars wearing a six‑figure Urban Jürgensen UJ‑2, marking a visible shift from his previous role as a Cartier "Friend of the House" to independent watchmakers. Over the past year he’s been spotted with pieces...
Meaningful Work Demands Effort and Perseverance
Things that matter are difficult. If we want to do things that matter, it’s going to take effort.
A Human Conversation with the Producers of ‘The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist’
Producers Diane Becker and Ted Tremper discuss the making of their documentary "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist," detailing how they secured interviews with AI leaders like Sam Altman and Dario Amodei, the logistical nightmare of organizing...
Ralph Lauren Home Launches Into Spring With New Meadow Lane Collection
Ralph Lauren Home introduced the Meadow Lane collection, a spring‑focused line that blends coastal aesthetics with the brand’s classic American style. The range features chambray tones, deep blues, and airy whites, highlighted by pieces such as the hand‑painted Halpern table...
30 Iconic Feminist Works By Women Artists
The latest feature adds fifteen seminal feminist artworks to a previously published roster of thirty iconic pieces by women artists, extending the timeline from early first‑wave feminism to contemporary intersectional practice. The selection spotlights creators such as Edmonia Lewis, Mary...
NASA Won't Give up Hope on Silent MAVEN Mars Probe: 'We're Still Looking for It'
NASA announced on March 16 that it still has not re‑established contact with the MAVEN orbiter, which went silent after emerging from Mars’ far side on Dec. 6, 2025. The agency has resumed Deep Space Network attempts following a solar conjunction,...
Drake’s Newest Teaser in Year-Long ‘Iceman’ Album Rollout
Drake has been orchestrating a year‑long promotional campaign for his upcoming album, tentatively titled “Iceman.” The rollout began in July 2025 with a 9 PM YouTube livestream that showcased a real Toronto ice‑sculpting business and premiered a music video featuring Drake...
Taylor Swift Narrowly Misses Out On Charting A Milestone No. 1 Hit
Taylor Swift's single "The Fate of Ophelia" climbed to No.2 on Billboard's Adult Contemporary chart, falling short of a tenth AC No.1 as Alex Warren's "Ordinary" holds the top spot for a 45‑week run, including 20 weeks at No.1. The...
How Breathe. Doubled Their Monthly Listeners on Spotify
Australian electronic duo Breathe., together with agency Group Speed, overhauled their Spotify presence by reactivating five‑year‑old catalog tracks and launching a data‑driven artist playlist. The playlist paired Breathe. with slightly larger, stylistically similar acts and was promoted through Spotify’s ad...
Glyders Share New Video for “Super Glyde” And Announce European Tour
Chicago indie trio Glyders have dropped a new video for their fan‑favorite opener "Super Glyde," directed by cinematographer Eon Mora. The clip accompanies their freshly released album Forever, a 36‑minute record issued on Drag City. To capitalize on the momentum,...
Morning Pages Co-Writing in 30 Mintutes
The post invites creatives to a 30‑minute virtual Morning Pages session via Zoom at 9:30 ET. Participants will write silently, with no pressure to be on camera or dressed formally. The practice, championed by Julia Cameron, aims to clear mental clutter...
The Leaving Announce Debut Album ‘Ultimate Buzz’
The Leaving, a new duo featuring CHVRCHES members Martin Doherty and Jonny Scott, announced their debut album "Ultimate Buzz" slated for release on April 24, 2026. The record will be issued through Avenue A, Futures, and Virgin Records and includes...
Teen Talks Thrive in Low‑pressure, Side‑by‑side Moments
The best conversations with teens often happen sideways. In the car. On a walk. Late at night. Connection grows where pressure disappears.
Tom Cruise Eyed for Villain Role in Joseph Kosinski’s Miami Vice Movie
Tom Cruise is being considered for the antagonist in Joseph Kosinski’s upcoming Miami Vice film, a Universal Pictures adaptation of the 1980s TV series. The screenplay is written by Dan Gilroy and Eric Warren Singer, while Austin Butler and Michael B. Jordan are in...
Victòria Vilalta Offers Hushed Indie-Folk On New Album ‘Out Loud Thoughts’
Catalan singer‑songwriter Victòria Vilalta has released her full-length album “Out Loud Thoughts,” a self‑written and self‑produced project recorded in London. The record blends hushed indie‑folk melodies with processed electronic textures, showcasing a more expansive sonic palette than her earlier acoustic...
Pros, Not Amateurs, Are Leading the AI Music Revolution: New Water & Music X Moises Study
A global survey of 1,500 musicians by Water & Music and Moises shows professional artists are driving AI adoption in music. Seventy‑eight percent of pros used AI tools in the past year, compared with 60 % of hobbyists, and they are...
Chicken Soup Publisher Sues Tech Giants Over AI Training
More AI lawsuits -> Publisher Chicken Soup for the Soul sues several tech companies including Google and Anthropic in federal court, claiming its content was used to train LLMs "The publisher said that Apple, Google, Nvidia, Meta, OpenAI, Anthropic, Perplexity AI...
Bliss Abyss Share Wrecked Single
Bliss Abyss, the new pop‑punk project of veteran musician Peter Wallner, is set to release its self‑titled debut LP on April 17, 2025. The album delivers driving, crunchy guitars and rapid tempos while interspersing dreamy breakdowns that add unexpected texture....
Boni – ‘III’
Canadian producer Boni, a founding member of experimental group Fried Dough, releases his solo debut *III*. The seven‑track album traverses a decade of songwriting, mixing acid‑house loops, Chemical Brothers‑style breakbeats, gritty industrial‑rock, and heartfelt IDM. Production leans toward raw, “feels...
What's Up in NY This Weekend?
The weekend of March 20‑22 in New York City is packed with free and low‑cost cultural programming, from the city‑wide Art House NY independent cinema week to major museum openings at MoMA and the New Museum. Highlights include the Frida & Diego exhibition...
Reem Bassiouney on the Importance of the Sheikh Zayed Book Award, ‘It Is Literature that Bridges Differences and Times.’
Reem Bassiouney, a linguistics professor and prolific novelist, won the 2024 Sheikh Zayed Book Award for her historical novel al‑Halwani. The prize facilitated an English translation, a Frankfurt Book Fair appearance, and broader exposure beyond the Arab world. Bassiouney highlights...
A Network of Networks to Empower the Younger Generation
The Young Voices Network was launched at the London Book Fair, uniting the International Publishers Association, PEN International, and the World Expression Forum to connect fragmented youth initiatives in publishing. Created by John Steinmark and activist Ege Dündar, the network...
Sony to Wind Down Pixomondo, Consolidate VFX Work at Imageworks
Sony Pictures Entertainment announced it will wind down Pixomondo, the award‑winning visual effects and virtual production studio it bought in 2022. The closure will affect several hundred staff, with many slated for transfer to Sony Group and the remainder facing...
Whose Stories Shape Tomorrow? Introducing the Young Voices Network
At the London Book Fair, PEN International’s youngest board member, Ege Dündar, unveiled the Young Voices Network, an umbrella initiative linking the Tomorrow Club and Young Writers Committee. The network already unites 62 writers under 35 from more than 60...
Reissue of the Week: Roland Brival’s Créole Gypsy
Roland Brival’s 1980 debut *Créole Gypsy*, a Pan‑Caribbean spiritual jazz masterpiece, has been freshly remastered and reissued by Soundway Records. The album fuses American spiritual jazz with Martinique’s bèlè and carnival rhythms, featuring multilingual vocals and a blend of sax,...
Before the Whitney: Gagosian Visits Roy Lichtenstein S Brushstrokes by Scott Orr
Gagosian’s Chelsea gallery opens "Painting with Scattered Brushstrokes," a preview of Roy Lichtenstein’s brushstroke series ahead of the Whitney’s October retrospective. The show, running March 19‑April 25, pulls largely from the Lichtenstein family collection and highlights works from the 1970s...
Depth Over Diversification: Inside 9shines’ Focused Category Strategy
9shines Label, founded in 2017, has built a D2C nightwear and comfort‑wear business around a single, well‑defined category. By prioritising breathable fabrics, inclusive sizing up to 7XL and functional details, the brand enjoys a near‑50% repeat purchase rate. Its hybrid...
Whitney Johnson, Lia Kohl & Macie Stewart Release ‘BODY SOUND’ Today and Share New Single
Whitney Johnson, Lia Kohl, and Macie Stewart have released their debut trio album BODY SOUND on International Anthem, available on LP, CD, and digital platforms April 8. The release is accompanied by the streaming single burning | counting (sleeping), showcasing their experimental blend...
Kent Meningitis Outbreak May Have Peaked as UKHSA Reports Slowdown in Cases
The UK Health Security Agency reported that the meningitis outbreak in Kent appears to have peaked, with only two new cases reported on Friday. To date, 18 confirmed and 11 probable cases have been recorded, totaling 29 infections, of which...
Xdinary Heroes Announce New Mini-Album ‘DEAD AND’
South Korean rock outfit Xdinary Heroes announced their eighth mini‑album, “DEAD AND,” slated for release on April 17, 2026. A pre‑release teaser will drop March 25, 2026, with global streaming times listed for KST, ET and GMT. The band unveiled darker crime‑board styled visuals,...
Three Growth Vehicles Reveal Your Hidden Deficiencies
Last month, I turned 30. So I've been reflecting on all the ups and downs I experienced in my 20s. There are 3 “vehicles” for personal progress. And taking on each will make your deficiencies *glaringly* obvious. But the average person is doing...
Afroman's March Victory Sparks 2026 Feel‑Good Momentum
I know it's only March, but Afroman's victory is an early candidate for the Feel-Good Story of 2026.
Olivia Rodrigo, The Cure’s Robert Smith Have Been In The Studio Together
Olivia Rodrigo and The Cure frontman Robert Smith have spent time together in a London studio, following their on‑stage duet at Glastonbury where they performed “Friday I’m In Love” and “Just Like Heaven.” The collaboration was highlighted in Rodrigo’s British...
Chinatown's New Dim Sum Hall Redefines Tradition
A new and innovative dim sum hall has opened in Chinatown. Here's an early review. [link in first comment] https://t.co/vIPDOemNPH
I Missed the Savor Gene, Got Devour Mode
Whatever the gene is that makes people savor their food and take pictures of it, I missed that one. The one I got makes people devour their food without chewing or utensils.
Fleetwood Mac’s Album Climbs To New Peaks Decades After Its Release
Fleetwood Mac’s “Greatest Hits” compilation has risen to a new peak, moving from No. 5 to No. 3 on Billboard’s Top Rock Albums and Top Rock & Alternative Albums charts. The ascent occurs 223 weeks after its release, marking its highest chart position...
Commitment Beats Self‑Doubt: Change Your Life
You'll be shocked to see how much your life can change when you stop asking "Am I good enough?" And start asking "Am I committed enough?" Skill is overrated Commitment is everything
Paris Opens World's First Sufi Art Museum
Paris is not short of museums, but in 2024, it welcomed a unique addition: the world’s first museum dedicated to Sufi art & culture. Read more in my interview with the Claire Bay, President of the Board, for @worldofFAD >>...
States Are Increasingly Using Child Care Waitlists, Leaving Parents in Limbo
States across the U.S. are increasingly placing families on child‑care subsidy waitlists, leaving parents like Virginia resident Taylor Moyer in prolonged uncertainty. Fourteen states have recently introduced or expanded these lists, while only about a quarter of the 8 million eligible...
BTS Leans Into Korean History With ‘Arirang.’ Here Are the Major References.
South Korean supergroup BTS released their comeback album “Arirang,” named after the nation’s beloved folk song that symbolizes resilience and identity. The record mixes high‑energy K‑pop with traditional string and percussion motifs, even featuring a direct rendition of the Arirang...
Parenting Exhaustion Makes Polyamory Feel Impractical
I am not sure how people have time for polyamory because my kid is 2, and my husband and I currently both have different ailments that are caused by stress and sleep deprivation 🙂
Orthogonal Tri‐Modular Coiled‐Coil Assembly for Programmable Multi‐Cargo Display on Escherichia Coli Nissle 1917
Researchers have engineered a tri‑specific scaffold cell (TriSC) platform in the probiotic strain *Escherichia coli* Nissle 1917 that uses three orthogonal coiled‑coil motifs to create a programmable, reversible surface. The system enables simultaneous, selective attachment of multiple nanobody cargos and...