Alan Chapman ‘Unfiltered’ Photography Exhibition Opens at Cramer St Gallery
British photographer Alan Chapman’s solo exhibition “Unfiltered” opens at London’s Cramer St Gallery, presenting a curated selection of black‑and‑white portraits spanning more than three decades. Curated by Lee Sharrock, the show features iconic figures such as Freddie Mercury, Princess Diana, and Lady Gaga, captured in a pre‑Instagram era with Chapman’s “polite paparazzo” approach. The exhibition coincides with a meet‑and‑greet for Chapman’s new book FRAME, which includes a foreword by actor Adrian Grenier. The collection offers a rare, unguarded glimpse of celebrity culture before today’s hyper‑edited visual landscape.
Modern Running Shoes Offer Double Mileage for Higher Cost
Running shoes are definitely way more expensive than they were 15-20 years ago, but I feel like I get more bang for my buck with the current tech. I used to only get ~300 miles out of my shoes back...
The Secret to Beating Altitude Sickness Could Be in Your Gut
Around 200 million people travel to high‑altitude regions each year, and up to 75 percent develop acute mountain sickness (AMS). A double‑blind study by UC San Diego researchers found that participants taking probiotics maintained higher oxygen saturation at 12,470 feet compared with a placebo group....
7 Poetry Books That Expand What an Elegy Can Look Like
The article surveys seven contemporary poetry collections that reimagine the elegy, showing how poets blend memoir, lyric, and experimental forms to confront personal and collective loss. It highlights works by Agha Shahid Ali, Victoria Chang, Mary Jo Bang, Diana Khoi...
London’s Barbican Will Be Transformed by a Vast Immersive Exhibition This Summer
London’s Barbican Centre will host “In Other Worlds,” a massive immersive exhibition focused on speculative futures. Curated by BAFTA‑nominated filmmaker and speculative futurist Liam Young, the show brings together artists, scientists, and creators from series such as Westworld, Lord of...
Ethnicwear Brand Kiaasa Retail Targets 250 Stores by FY ’29 as It Accelerates Expansion
Kiaasa Retail Limited, an Indian women’s ethnicwear brand, plans to grow its footprint to roughly 250 stores by fiscal year 2029, up from more than 120 outlets today. The company will deploy Rs 69.7 crore raised in its IPO to finance new...
Tendons Adapt 2× Slower Than Muscles, Pace Training
One of the biggest issues that runners face is the slow timeline of tendon adaptation. We start to feel fitter before our tendons can adapt. Muscles start to show hypertrophy after ~6 week of progressive overload. Tendons are more in...
Italian Luxury Menswear Brand Vercelli Enters India with Flagship Retail Presence in Mumbai
Italian luxury menswear house Vercelli has opened its first flagship store in Mumbai, marking the brand’s direct entry into India’s organized retail market. The 4,500 sq ft, two‑level boutique, launched with longtime textile partner Rishab World, showcases the full ready‑to‑wear line and...
The Best Recent Poetry – Review Roundup
Recent poetry releases reviewed include Andrew Motion’s *Gravity Archives* and Wayne Holloway‑Smith’s *Rabbitbox*, alongside mentions of JL Williams and Richard Siken. Motion’s collection revisits death and personal loss with a more resolute voice, mixing elegy, humor, and literary allusion. Holloway‑Smith’s *Rabbitbox*...
Artificial Feeding Platform Transforms Study of Ticks and Their Diseases
Researchers at the University of Melbourne have unveiled the world’s first laboratory‑based, host‑free feeding platform for the Asian longhorned tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis). The silicone‑membrane system, using defibrinated cattle blood, supports full feeding and reproduction without live animal hosts. This breakthrough...
A Classic Goes Full Black: Meet the IWC Portugieser Chronograph Ceratanium
IWC Schaffhausen has unveiled the Portugieser Chronograph Ceratanium (Ref. IW371631), an all‑black reinterpretation of its classic 41 mm chronograph. The watch is built from Ceratanium, the brand’s proprietary alloy that blends titanium’s lightness with ceramic‑like hardness, and features a black dial, black...
Laufey at London’s O2 Arena: Timings, Set List, Last-Minute Tickets and Everything You Need to Know
Icelandic singer‑songwriter Laufey will headline two shows at London’s O2 Arena on March 8 and March 9, 2026, supporting her third album *A Matter of Time*. Doors open at 6 pm on Sunday and 6:30 pm on Monday, with the performances slated for roughly 8:20‑9 pm. Alice Phoebe Lou...
A Voice From And For The Sea: The Making of ‘From the Floorboards’
To commemorate the 125th anniversary of the RRS Discovery, the artist released the album *From the Floorboards*, built around the Shackleton Violin—a handcrafted instrument made from the floorboards of Ernest Shackleton’s former Edinburgh home and driftwood. The violin’s maritime provenance...
Rising Sulphur Prices Add Pressure to India’s Textile Dye Chain
Rising sulphur prices, driven by Middle East supply disruptions and higher freight costs, are adding fresh cost pressure to India’s textile dye industry. The country, which imports most of its sulphur, now faces higher input costs that threaten margins for...
Jack & Jones Puts Denim in the Spotlight for Retail Debut in Dubai
Jack & Jones, the European denim arm of Bestseller, opened three flagship stores in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, marking its UAE debut. The launch is driven by the minimalist “Invisible Jeans” campaign, which omits models and focuses solely on the denim...
Escape the Traps in Your Head
The article outlines three common mental traps—imagined fear, approval‑seeking, and perfectionism—that undermine leaders’ effectiveness. It explains how each trap creates self‑reinforcing cycles of anxiety, wasted energy, and stalled execution. Actionable items such as speaking honestly, serving freely, and showing up...
Lit Hub Daily: March 6, 2026
Lit Hub’s March 6 daily roundup bundles a wide array of literary and cultural content, from criticism and poetry to health and music pieces. Highlights include a story on America’s caregiving crisis, a tribute to librarians for International Women’s Day, and analyses...
Love Junkie: The Must-Read Cult Novel About the 80s New York Gay Scene
Penguin Modern Classics has reissued Robert Plunket’s cult novel *Love Junkie*, bringing the 1992 satire of New York’s 70s‑80s gay scene back into the spotlight. The novel follows suburban housewife Mimi Smithers as she navigates a world of hustlers, sexual...
FMO-2 Upregulation Is Common to Multiple Longevity Associated Mutations in Nematodes
Researchers have identified flavin‑containing monooxygenase‑2 (FMO‑2) as a shared downstream effector in several long‑lived mitochondrial mutants of Caenorhabditis elegans, including clk‑1, isp‑1 and nuo‑6. RNA interference or genetic loss of fmo‑2 shortens the extended lifespan of these mutants, confirming its...
The Glencairn Glass Short Story Competition 2026 Is Open for Entries
The Glencairn Glass Crime Short Story Competition 2026 is now accepting entries, inviting writers worldwide to submit original crime stories under 2,000 words with a Scottish protagonist. Partnered with the Bloody Scotland International Crime Writing Festival, the contest offers a...
Quick Take on LFW AW26 While in Paris
Couldn’t leave this in the drafts. And I know we’re in Paris, but more reading never hurt anyone 🙂↕️ Brief thoughts on LFW AW26
Helping Employees Find “Meaning” Improves Performance and Narrows Gender Gaps
The LSE study by Oriana Bandiera and co‑authors evaluated a “Discover Your Purpose” (DYP) program among 2,976 white‑collar employees at a multinational firm. The purpose‑focused intervention, which blends self‑reflection exercises with a workshop, cut the share of low‑performing workers from...
These Playfully Erotic Zines Capture Williamsburg’s 00s Art Scene
Paul Mpagi Sepuya’s *SHOOT* zine series, first issued between 2005 and 2007, has been reissued as a new publication that revisits his early erotic photography. The original zines were born out of a DIY urgency, offering a tangible alternative to...
The Artistic Potential of Hemp in Sustainable Materials and Contemporary Creative Expression
Hemp is re‑emerging as a versatile material at the crossroads of sustainability and contemporary art. Artists are adopting hemp fibers, paper, canvas and bioplastics for their durability, texture and low environmental impact. The plant’s rapid growth and minimal chemical inputs...
How to Find Your Purpose — by Letting Go 🤲
The Good Trade article argues that finding personal purpose begins with the act of letting go—releasing rigid expectations and external validation. It encourages readers to seek moments of presence, whether through nature, meditation, or low‑stimulation TV shows that calm the...
HELP(2)
HELP(2), the sequel to the 1995 War Child compilation, drops a 23‑track, charity‑driven album recorded in a single week at Abbey Road Studios in November 2025. The record features fresh contributions from Arctic Monkeys, Pulp, Depeche Mode and a host of...
Dries Van Noten’s Stylish School Kids Flouted the Uniform Rules
Belgian designer Dries Van Noten sparked controversy by featuring schoolchildren in his AW26 lookbook dressed in outfits that deliberately broke traditional uniform codes. The images, shot in a British boarding school, showcase vibrant layering, bold prints, and oversized silhouettes that...
Podcast Episode 727: Dehumidification, Freestanding Tubs, and Crawlspace Vapor Barriers
The Fine Homebuilding podcast episode 727 dives into whole‑house dehumidification, freestanding‑tub wet‑room design, and crawlspace vapor‑barrier strategies. Listener Scott shares a successful DIY setup that pairs an AprilAire dehumidifier with a ducted HRV, while Ian and Randy field technical questions...
Taking the Heat. Scientists Explore Sauna's Health Benefits
Sauna use has surged as a wellness trend, prompting scientific scrutiny of its health impacts. Large Finnish cohort studies show that bathing 4‑7 times weekly cuts cardiovascular disease risk by up to 60% and improves blood pressure, cholesterol, and arterial...
Ayra Starr Wants Women To Own Their Power
Nigerian pop star Ayra Starr has dropped her latest single “Where Do We Go,” a track she describes as a personal anthem for getting ready and stepping out with confidence. The song continues her pattern of crafting music that speaks...
Top 5 London Exhibitions Showcasing Women Artists
In time for International Women's Day, it's all women artists in my top 5 exhibitions to see in London for @worldofFAD https://t.co/eUEMLjdf8U
Dave at London’s O2 Arena: Timings, Set List, Last-Minute Tickets and Everything You Need to Know
British rapper Dave will headline four consecutive nights at London’s O2 Arena from March 6‑11, 2026, as part of his Boy Who Played the Harp Tour promoting his third album. Ticket demand forced the addition of extra dates, underscoring his...
I’ve Listened to Hundreds of Audiobooks – but These Are My All-Time Favourites
The article lists the top audiobooks to download in 2026, highlighting best‑overall, memoir, romance, kids and new fiction picks, many narrated by high‑profile actors. It notes that UK audiobook revenue jumped a third year‑on‑year, reaching £268 million, and that non‑fiction is...
Can White Skin Transplanted to a Black Person Change Colour?
In this episode of Kate Talk, Dr. Chris Smith, a virologist and science communicator, answers listener questions ranging from asteroid deflection (NASA's DART mission) to why we can't tickle ourselves, the impact of lung capacity on the heart, and the...
Test Subjects by Don Fisher
Don Fisher’s "Test Subjects" follows Julia, a freelance designer, and Garrett, a middle‑school science teacher, as they join a focus group testing bizarre consumer gadgets to make rent. The absurd products—screaming pillows, insulting yoga mats, edible deodorant—serve as a comic...
Trippers & Askers: Tried to Do’s — A Song Cycle of Loss, Love and Re-Membering
Jay Hammond’s Trippers & Askers project will issue its second full‑length album, *Tried to Do’s*, on May 8 via Sleepy Cat Records. The record follows 2021’s concept work *Acorn* and shifts from a Butler‑inspired sequel to a personal song cycle shaped...
Catherine Opie: To Be Seen
The National Portrait Gallery in London is mounting Catherine Opie: To Be Seen, the first major UK museum exhibition dedicated to the American photographer. Featuring more than 80 images created over three decades, the show surveys Opie’s studio portraiture, documentary...
Targeting Autophagy May Extend Healthy Lifespan
Links between autophagy and healthy aging "Identification of autophagy modulators holds promise to improve healthspan..." https://t.co/PJjbfpeYTg https://t.co/tXreB5m4cw
Keith Haring Returns to the East Village by Scott Orr
The Brant Foundation opens a Keith Haring exhibition in its East Village gallery from March 11 to May 31, 2026, spotlighting the artist’s breakthrough period between 1980 and 1983. Nine monumental works and eight surviving subway chalk drawings illustrate Haring’s transition from...
‘Lady’ Trailer: Sian Clifford Stars in Surreal British Comedy Opening in UK Cinemas This July
MetFilm Distribution has released the trailer for ‘Lady,’ a surreal British comedy debuting in UK and Irish cinemas on July 3, 2024. Written and directed by BAFTA‑nominated Samuel Abrahams, the film marks his first narrative feature after acclaimed shorts like ‘Connect.’...
‘Lorne’ Trailer: Morgan Neville’s Documentary Explores the Legacy of Lorne Michaels
Focus Features released a new trailer for "Lorne," an Oscar‑winning filmmaker Morgan Neville’s documentary about Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels. The film promises unprecedented behind‑the‑scenes access, rare archival footage and candid interviews with comedy heavyweights such as Tina Fey,...
The Big Review | The Woman Question 1550-2025 ★★★★½
The Woman Question 1550‑2025, curated by Alison M. Gingeras at Warsaw’s Museum of Modern Art, assembles nearly 200 works by about 140 women artists spanning five centuries. The exhibition juxtaposes historic figures like Artemisia Gentileschi with contemporary voices from Ukraine, mapping a continuous...
Worn Again Launches Poly-Cotton Recycling Plant in Switzerland
Worn Again Technologies has commissioned a demonstration‑scale textile‑to‑fibre recycling plant in Winterthur, Switzerland, targeting poly‑cotton blends. The pilot uses a proprietary chemical process to separate polyester and cotton, achieving high recovery rates. Early data suggest fibre quality comparable to virgin...
The New Cue #574 March 6: Aldous Harding, Shabaka, Bonnie Prince Billy, Little Barrie, Joshua Idehen, Chris Cohen & Cass...
The New Cue #574 delivers a curated music briefing, spotlighting Aldous Harding’s forthcoming fifth album, Train On The Island, slated for a May release, and Shabaka Hutchings’ new record Of The Earth. Both artists are highlighted with detailed commentary despite...
A Bridgerton Parenting Lesson I Didn’t Expect
In the fourth season of Bridgerton, Lady Violet confides that she lacks answers for her children, prompting her maid to remind her that love, not certainty, is what kids need. The author uses this scene to argue that parents should...
A Film That Makes a Strong Argument for the Value of Debate
"Immutable," a new PBS documentary directed by Gabriel London and Charlie Sadoff, follows the Washington Urban Debate League as it brings policy debate to low‑income schools across the district. The film shows how 70% of the league’s partner schools are...
How Knitting Can Help You Kick Harmful Habits
Knitting is emerging as a low‑cost, portable intervention that helps people curb addictive behaviours, from nail‑biting to cigarette smoking and even street‑drug dependence. Preliminary studies and anecdotal evidence show that the rhythmic, bilateral motions of knitting can calm the nervous...
Benjamin Hale on How to Expand a Magazine Article Into a Book
Benjamin Hale explains how his Harper's article on a 1978 Ozark murder expanded into the book Cave Mountain because he had far more material than the 15,000‑word limit allowed. He outlines his nine‑box grid method, a nine‑square outline that builds...
8 Badass Librarians We Need to Celebrate This International Women’s Day
The article spotlights eight remarkable librarians—historical and contemporary—celebrated on International Women’s Day. It highlights pioneers like Sor Juana, Dorothy Porter, and modern influencers such as Mychal Threets, Jean Darnell, and Ricci Yuhico who reshape library services, champion diversity, and harness...