Weekly Review: Wild Izakaya
Wild Izakaya opened in the City of London, converting a former Brown’s office into a sleek Tokyo‑inspired bar. Backed by the team behind Pinna, Beast, and Goodman, it offers authentic izakaya dishes led by Chef Satoru Hashimoto. The venue boasts an extensive wine list of 59 Coravin‑preserved bottles and dozens of premium sake selections curated by sommelier Frini Taifakou. Its relaxed yet refined atmosphere makes it ideal for professional lunches, client entertainment, and after‑work drinks.
Cosamote’s ‘Files ‘26’ Is A Testament to Collaborative Brilliance
Cosamote’s debut album *Files ‘26* brings together eleven Lagos‑based musicians in a concept‑driven project that maps the stages of love. The record fuses Afropop, rap and R&B, producing standout tracks like “One + One” and “Sweetest Taboo.” Its narrative inspired...
Classic Short Fiction by Mohammed Hussein Heikal
ArabLit has released a new translation of Mohammed Hussein Heikal’s classic short story “The Atonement of Love,” rendered into English by linguist Amr El‑Zawawy. The piece, originally published in early‑20th‑century Egypt, follows Zuhayrah’s tragic quest for emotional fulfillment amid restrictive marriage...
How to Build Confidence When You Feel Stuck in the Same Routine
Feeling stuck in a repetitive routine erodes confidence and hampers personal growth, especially for women juggling multiple responsibilities. The article outlines how emotional exhaustion, lack of purpose, and fear of change undermine self‑esteem. It proposes self‑respect, small habit resets, and...
Once the Deed Is Done (2025), by Rachel Seiffert
Rachel Seiffert’s new novel *Once the Deed Is Done*—longlisted for the 2026 Walter Scott Prize—examines the chaotic aftermath of World War II through the lens of displaced persons in a northern German town. The narrative weaves together the voices of local...
Andrew Krivak’s Book Notes Music Playlist for His Novel Mule Boy
Award‑winning author Andrew Krivak released a curated music playlist as part of Largehearted Boy’s “Book Notes” series to accompany his novel Mule Boy. The ten‑song list, ranging from Bob Weir to Lana Del Rey, is chosen for its resonance with...
Shell Daze 2026: Old Crow Medicine Show & Greensky Bluegrass
Mempho Presents will stage the Shell Daze Music Festival on April 17‑18, 2026, at Memphis’s historic Overton Park Shell, which marks its 90th anniversary. The two‑day event showcases a bluegrass‑focused roster, headlined by Old Crow Medicine Show on Friday and...
Abigail Lapell – Hazel
Canadian singer‑songwriter Abigail Lapell’s new album *Shadow Child* arrives on May 8, offering nine songs that correspond to each month of pregnancy. Recorded on Vancouver Island while she was expecting her first child, the record departs from the lush folk of...
“I Wanted the Film to Have the Vignetted Existence of a Fable”: Sarmad Sultan Khoosat on His Genre-Bending Berlinale Premiere...
Pakistani director Sarmad Sultan Khoosat’s supernatural horror‑musical Lali debuted in Berlin’s Panorama, marking Pakistan’s first all‑local film at the Berlinale. Inspired by a family short story, the film fuses horror, black comedy, folk songs and a vivid red‑purple palette to explore...
Reaching Back at Ruthann
The Ruthann gallery in Catskills, NY is presenting “Souvenir,” a group exhibition featuring fifteen contemporary artists whose work probes memory, intimacy, humor, and loss. Curated by Jeff Bailey, the show runs through April 11, 2026 and includes photography, mixed‑media, sculpture, and hand‑woven collages....
Scams, Safety, and “Sure-Things” In the Endurance Supplements World
Endurance athletes face a supplement landscape riddled with hype, hidden ingredients, and contamination risks that can jeopardize health and lead to doping violations. The article outlines a practical framework that first reduces risk through third‑party testing and simple product choices,...
10/10 You’re Great: ‘After the Party’
The Alt Editing podcast welcomed writer Brendan Menapace and host Ciara Rhiannon to dissect The Menzingers' new album "After the Party." The conversation tied the record’s post‑party depression and aging themes to broader cultural anxieties. The hosts also critiqued the...
Norman D. Loco Share ‘I Want a Beer’ via Secret Friend
Norman D. Loco’s new single “i want a beer” arrives on the Secret Friend imprint, a label quickly gaining a reputation for avant‑pop curation. The four‑piece, all Guildhall conservatoire alumni, fuse lo‑fi psych pop textures with jagged song structures and...
The World’s First (and Best!) Audiobook About Climbing Baruntse
Mark Horrell has completed narrating his expedition diaries and released "The Baruntse Adventure" as an audiobook, claiming it is the world’s first and only audio title devoted entirely to climbing the 7,129‑meter Baruntse peak. The release follows a six‑year narration...
11 Luxurious Things to Do in Cordoba Spain
Cordoba, Andalusia’s historic jewel, boasts an unprecedented four UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the iconic Mezquita‑Cathedral and the Festival of the Patios. The city’s layered Roman, Moorish, and Christian past is showcased through landmarks such as the Alcázar, Royal Stables,...
Types of Construction Defects
The article highlights two common construction defects: a roof crew disconnecting a furnace exhaust pipe, leading to mold, moisture damage, and carbon‑monoxide risk, and a newly poured concrete patio that spalled due to improper mixing, placement, and curing. Both cases...
Spackling and Caulking Tips
Tim Carter shares hard‑learned lessons from a basement remodel, emphasizing that proper spackling and caulking are essential before painting trim and doors. He illustrates common failures—excess spackle and sloppy caulk—that waste material and demand extra sanding. Carter outlines a step‑by‑step...
What Does AI Mean for Filmmakers
The article frames artificial intelligence as the latest disruptive wave in filmmaking, comparable to the shifts from celluloid to video and then to digital. AI is portrayed not merely as a faster tool but as a structural change affecting creation,...
Swipe File: How to Journal
Journaling has moved from a niche self‑help practice to a strategic habit embraced by CEOs, founders, and high‑performing teams. By externalizing thoughts, leaders gain a clearer view of priorities, reduce cognitive overload, and improve emotional regulation—key ingredients for decisive action...
The No-Drill Trick for Hanging Art on a Kitchen Tile Backsplash
Home decorators can now showcase framed artwork on tile backsplashes without drilling, using 3M Command picture‑hanging strips. The author details a step‑by‑step, damage‑free installation that took just minutes and cost under $20 for the art and strips. The method preserves...
Ultralight Hiking Gear List 3 Pound 2026
Adventure Alan & Co released a 3‑pound ultralight day‑hiking gear list that totals a 3.5 lb base weight, excluding food, water and worn items. The lineup features a Hyperlite Mountain Gear Daybreak 22 pack, Zpacks Vertice rain jacket, a suite of lightweight...
Best Ultralight Rain Jackets For Hiking 2026
Adventure Alan’s 2026 guide ranks the top ultralight rain jackets for hiking, focusing on models weighing eight ounces or less. The comparison table lists price, weight, membrane type, pit‑zip presence, breathability (MVTR) and waterproofness (HH), highlighting Zpacks Vertice, Montbell Versalite...
How to Flourish in a World Obsessed with Performance
The article explores a shift from relentless performance metrics to the concept of flourishing, drawing on a conversation with high‑performance expert Daniel Coyle. Flourishing is defined as joyful, meaningful growth cultivated from within, not extracted from external systems. Coyle introduces...
Plastic Rhino Light Up On ‘Dark Horizon’
Plastic Rhino returns with "Dark Horizon," an intense alt‑rock anthem that blends eerie synth layers with gritty, distorted guitars and Atara’s dynamic vocal range. The track follows a string of successful singles that secured spots on Spotify’s All New Rock...
I Know Most People Do
British indie duo Wet Leg's track "Mangetout" receives a fresh makeover by electronic producer The Dare. The remix preserves the song's core structure while amplifying bass lines and layering bright 80s‑inspired keyboards, delivering heightened sass and energy. Critics note the...
6 Ways Your Oversized HVAC System Makes Things Worse
Residential HVAC units are frequently oversized—often two to three times larger than needed—leading to unnecessary upfront expense and a cascade of performance issues. Oversized systems cool quickly but short‑cycle, compromising dehumidification and creating uncomfortable temperature swings. They also require larger...
Unlocking Your Potential: How a Growth Mindset Leads to Success
The article explains that a growth mindset—believing abilities can be developed—fuels personal and professional success. It cites Carol Dweck’s research showing dopamine release when challenges are embraced, linking mindset to improved learning and resilience. The piece highlights how organizations that...
Comrade X (1940)
Comrade X, a 1940 King Vidor comedy starring Clark Gable and Hedy Lamarr, was produced during the brief Nazi‑Soviet non‑aggression pact. The film satirizes the uneasy alliance, featuring a Soviet heroine who ends the story driving a tank, and includes...
Bibi Club’s Guide to Montreal
Quebec indie duo Bibi Club – Adèle Trottier‑Rivard and Nicolas Basque – are gearing up for the release of their new album Amaro on February 27, 2026. The pair use the launch to showcase Montreal’s favorite haunts, from Mont‑Royal’s park...
Smashed: An Announcement
The author postpones Smashed #80 to focus on launching a second newsletter, "Serving Up," for Brighton’s Best Restaurants. The new publication debuts this Friday, offering free, twice‑monthly content that blends chef interviews, cocktail recipes, and dish reviews. It coincides with...
Turner and Constable (2026)
The new documentary "Turner and Constable" (2026) commemorates the 250th birthdays of J.M.W. Turner and John Constable, pairing their rival yet complementary landscapes with the current Tate Gallery exhibition. Director David Bickerstaff eschews a conventional narrative, using curators, sketchbooks and...
Leeds’ Bathing Suits Share New Single ‘Empathy’ via Underplay
Leeds‑based duo Bathing Suits has dropped their new seven‑minute single “Empathy” via independent label Underplay. The track layers drum‑machine beats, synth pulses and jarring guitar riffs, delivering a loud, dance‑floor‑ready sound. Vocalist Freyja Blevins describes the song as a cold,...
Rethinking Schizophrenia
The article argues that schizophrenia’s manifestation and treatment must account for cultural context. A case study of an Indian woman shows that a culturally‑informed interview combined religious practices with psychotherapy, leading to functional recovery. Systematic reviews confirm that symptom content,...
David Hartt
Galerie Thomas Schulte’s "Naturphilosophie" showcases David Hartt’s new series of photogravures and tapestries that depict plants photographed across historic university towns in northern Europe. The works reference 18th‑century naturalists, especially Carl Linnaeus, and use scientific naming to foreground botanical subjects....
In Tayari Jones’s ‘Kin,’ Friendship Persists as Lives Diverge
Tayari Jones’s 2026 novel *Kin* follows best friends Vernice and Annie through alternating chapters that chart their diverging lives in the Jim Crow South. Vernice earns a scholarship to Spelman College, entering a world of Black refinement, while Annie embarks on...
YouTube: How to Sprout Seed Potatoes
Gardenerd’s latest YouTube tutorial walks viewers through the step‑by‑step process of sprouting seed potatoes before planting. The video demonstrates optimal temperature, light, and moisture conditions, showing sprouts reaching half an inch in a few weeks. Christy also links to a...
UES’ Indigo-Dyed Hoodie Is For The Cozy Faders
The United States of Europe (UES) has launched its Indigo‑Dyed Hoodie, a heavyweight, tube‑knit sweatshirt priced at $254 and sold through Redcast Heritage. The garment combines American and Mexican cotton, circular knitting, and a garment‑dye plus bio‑wash treatment to create...
Cola – Hedgesitting
Cola, the post‑punk outfit formed by ex‑Ought members Tim Darcy and Ben Stidworthy, is set to release their quasi‑self‑titled album *Cost of Living Adjustment* on May 8, 2024 via Fire Talk Records. The record follows 2022’s *Deep in View* and 2024’s...
5 Questions to Camila Agosto (Composer, Interdisciplinary Artist)
Camila Agosto, a composer‑interdisciplinary artist and Columbia doctoral candidate, will premiere her new work *The Shape of Forgetting* with the International Contemporary Ensemble at Roulette Intermedium on March 11. The piece, part of ICE’s “Call For ___” commissioning initiative, explores identity, memory, and healing...
RHR: The Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Microbiome Affects Your Mental Health
Emerging research redefines depression as an inflammatory disorder linked to gut health. Cytokine‑driven inflammation often originates from increased intestinal permeability, allowing endotoxins to reach the brain. Short‑chain fatty acid butyrate and specific probiotic strains, notably Bacillus coagulans, have shown promise...
Interview: Rhys Edwards of Ulrika Spacek
Ulrika Spacek’s fourth album EXPO arrives as a richly layered, analog‑driven record recorded at London’s cooperative Total Refreshment Centre. The band embraced a collective production model, using drum‑loop foundations and a shared sample bank to spark new ideas. Frontman Rhys...
Ray Rogers on Gesture, Gravity, and the Ongoing Present
Ray Rogers, a six‑decade veteran of abstract painting, continues to work from his upstate studio, emphasizing poured acrylic gestures that respond to gravity and line. He describes his canvases as visual dialogues, where each gesture interacts with others in real...
Frieze Week Los Angeles 2026: A City as Gathering Point
Frieze Week Los Angeles returns from 26 February to 1 March 2026, anchoring the city’s art calendar at Santa Monica Airport. The seventh edition hosts nearly 100 galleries from 22 countries, blending international visibility with a strong local presence. Expanded programming includes a...
What Happens to Book Publicity Now?
The author of Publishing Confidential announces that the newsletter will become 80% paid, offering a $6/month subscription with group discounts and free options for those in need. The piece then examines the evolving landscape of book publicity, noting the decline...
Simeon Halligan’s ‘Past Life’ Gets a Limited Theatrical Release
British psychological thriller “Past Life”, directed by Simeon Halligan, opens a limited theatrical run on 20 March 2026 before a digital release on 6 April via Miracle Media. The film features an ensemble cast including Aneurin Barnard, Jeremy Piven, Pixie...
3 Strategies to Overcome a Shooting Slump
Athletes across sports often encounter shooting slumps, where goal production drops despite unchanged preparation. The article argues that mindset—not mechanics—is the decisive factor, highlighting three strategies: staying committed to the process, maintaining a shooter identity, and trusting one’s ability. It...
Sulforaphane
Sulforaphane, a sulfur‑rich isothiocyanate found chiefly in broccoli, acts as a potent antioxidant and anti‑inflammatory agent by activating the Nrf2 pathway. Clinical trials have documented up to 34% behavioral improvement in autism spectrum disorder and neuroprotective effects in Alzheimer’s mouse...
What Thinking About Your Process Does for You
The author is hosting a backyard event on March 7 featuring author Lauren Groff promoting her new short‑story collection Brawler, with tickets that include a copy of the book. The gathering is positioned as a unique literary experience in Florida, a...
GLP-1 Drugs Fail to Slow Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer’s Disease
Recent randomized trials testing GLP‑1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide and liraglutide in Alzheimer’s disease patients found no measurable slowing of cognitive decline. Earlier post‑hoc and observational analyses had suggested roughly a 50 % reduction in dementia incidence, raising hopes of...
What Artists Can Learn From User Experience Design
The article draws direct parallels between user experience (UX) design and visual art, showing how principles such as flow, hierarchy, clarity, emotional design, and iteration can sharpen a painter’s, printmaker’s or digital creator’s work. It explains how each UX concept...