Style Pulse AW26 — The Edit of the Most Important Trends for Next Season, in Context
Livingetc has published its Style Pulse AW26 trend report, outlining the most influential interior design directions for the upcoming autumn‑winter season. Drawing on insights from Paris Deco Off 2026 and dozens of showrooms, the guide spotlights anti‑trend timeless pieces, hyper‑personal “lore” decorating, romantic minimalism, and a richer “tobacco” colour palette. It also highlights emerging wallpaper, bedding, rug, kitchen and garden trends that will shape consumer purchases. The report serves as a roadmap for designers, retailers and homeowners seeking to stay ahead of 2026 décor preferences.
Comment | Climate Change Is Forcing Tough Choices—How Much Heritage Can We Save Before It Is Too Late?
Arctic permafrost thaw is accelerating the degradation of cultural sites, exemplified by South Aulatsivik 6 in Canada’s Nain archipelago. Researchers led by Rachel Labrie employed ground‑penetrating radar to identify the most vulnerable areas, offering a rapid, non‑invasive method for prioritizing excavations....
STAT+: Eli Lilly’s ‘Triple-G’ Drug Leads to Significant Blood Sugar, Weight Reductions in Diabetes Trial
Eli Lilly’s investigational injectable retatrutide achieved a 1.9‑point HbA1c reduction versus 0.8 points for placebo after 40 weeks, while participants on the highest dose shed 15.3% of body weight compared with 2.6% on placebo. The weight loss was still progressing at...
Rua Rí Announces Debut Album ‘Tell Your Mother I Saved Your Life,’ & Shares “Johnny Workman”
Rua Rí, the project of Cobh singer‑songwriter Seán Damery, announced his debut album Tell Your Mother I Saved Your Life, due 1 May on Soft Boy Records. The launch is paired with the new single “Johnny Workman,” which grew from a...
Glasgow International Announces Full 2026 Programme
Glasgow International has unveiled the full programme for its 11th biennial, scheduled from 5 to 21 June 2026 under the new artistic direction of Helen Nisbet. The festival will probe artistic experimentation, personal and ancestral memory, intergenerational kinship and cross‑cultural...
Russell T Davies’s Hit TV Series It’s a Sin to Be Adapted as ‘Visceral’ Dance Show
Russell T Davies’s award‑winning series *It’s a Sin* is being transformed into a visceral dance show by Rambert. Choreographer‑director Benoit Swan Pouffer will blend archival footage with contemporary movement, while Davies and the Pet Shop Boys act as executive producers. The production, co‑produced with...
Millie Bobby Brown's "Totally Different" Enola Holmes 3 Confirms Runtime Ahead of Netflix Release
Netflix confirmed that Enola Holmes 3 will run 1 hour 45 minutes, making it the franchise’s shortest entry. The sequel sees Millie Bobby Brown return as Enola, with the story taking her to Malta to confront colonial-era challenges. Writer Jack Thorne...
Will the EU Finally Make Waste Pay for Its Growing Carbon Footprint?
The European Commission must decide by the end of July whether to bring municipal waste incineration into the EU Emissions Trading System. Emissions from waste‑to‑energy plants have roughly doubled since 1990, releasing tens of millions of tonnes of CO₂ each...
Exhibition Explores How the US Shaped Joan Miró—And He It
The Phillips Collection in Washington, DC is hosting *Miró and the United States*, an exhibition that juxtaposes Joan Miró’s paintings, sculptures, and films with works by American contemporaries such as Jackson Pollock, Lee Krasner, Helen Frankenthaler, Alexander Calder and Barnett...
Insulating a Basement the Right Way to Avoid Thermal Bridging and Trapping Moisture
Basement insulation differs from above‑ground applications because walls and floors are in constant contact with cool, damp ground. UK regulations (Part L) target U‑values around 0.18 W/m²K for new builds and about 0.30 W/m²K for conversions, but achieving these values requires coordinated waterproofing,...
5 Key Things I Just Learned About Designing Homes That Make You Healthier
Design experts gathered at Karndean’s Chelsea Harbour showroom to outline five principles for healthier homes. They emphasized that wellness design now hinges on spatial breathing room, user‑centered comfort, softer material finishes, personal emotional triggers, and acoustic control. The seminar showcased...
Marisa Anderson Shares Ecstatic Duet “Sarvi Simin” From New Album
Marisa Anderson has released “Sarvi Simin,” the second single from her forthcoming anthology *The Anthology of UnAmerican Folk Music, Vol. 1*, slated for May 22 on Thrill Jockey. The track reimagines a 1977 Soviet folk recording discovered on Melodiya’s archival series, blending...
Three Teachings by Buddhadasa
Thai forest monk Buddhadasa reshaped modern Theravada by challenging doctrinal orthodoxy, arguing that the Abhidhamma was a later addition and that nibbana is an everyday cooling of reactive emotions. He taught a luminous, "empty" mind free of self‑attachment and reinterpreted...
A Liquid Biopsy Blood Test May Improve Children's Survival of Cancer in Africa
Researchers from Oxford and Tanzania have validated a liquid‑biopsy blood test that identifies EBV‑positive Burkitt lymphoma with 98% accuracy. The assay cut the diagnostic timeline by an average of 40 days, allowing most patients to start therapy within a week of...
Molecule in Python Blood Could Pave Way for New Obesity Drugs, Scientists Say
Scientists have isolated a gut‑bacterial metabolite, pTOS, that spikes in Burmese python blood after feeding and dramatically reduces appetite in obese mice. When administered to mice, pTOS caused a 9% body‑weight loss over 28 days without affecting energy expenditure. The...
‘We Keep Secrets because We’re Scared’: Guvna B on Porn Addiction and Recovery
British rapper Guvna B, known for gospel‑infused grime, has launched his tenth studio album *This Bed I Made*, confronting his long‑standing pornography addiction and the shame that kept it hidden. The record, featuring jazz‑leaning production and excerpts from addiction expert...
Switching From Milk to Solid Food in Early Life Helps Reprogram the Gut's Immune Defenses, Researchers Find
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Tongji University discovered that early weaning reshapes the gut microbiome, triggering epigenetic changes in intestinal stem cells that enhance immune defenses. The study, published in Nature Microbiology, shows loss of DNA methylation at...
The 6 A.m. CFO: How Fundrise’s Alison Staloch Starts Her Day
Fundrise CFO Alison Staloch outlines a disciplined morning routine that centers on sleep, hydration, light exercise, and data‑driven decision making. She begins her day around 7 a.m., skips caffeine, reviews fundraising dashboards, and limits email by favoring Slack and batch processing....
Best Electric Mountain Bikes (2026): Specialized, Cannondale, Salsa
Wired’s 2026 roundup names Specialized’s S‑Works Turbo Levo 4 as the best overall electric mountain bike, highlighting its 720‑watt motor, 840 Wh battery and premium suspension. The runner‑up is Trek’s Slash+ 9.7, now discounted to about $5,200, offering a quieter TQ motor and...
Happiness Break: A Meditation For When You Have Too Much To Do
In a March 2026 episode of *Happiness Break*, host Dacher Keltner guides listeners through a brief meditation designed for professionals swamped with tasks. Guest Kia Afcari, director of Greater Good Workplaces at UC Berkeley, frames overwhelm as a relationship issue rather than...
For 2026, Netflix Is Doubling Down on Original Storytelling and Comedies
Netflix is reshaping its 2026 film strategy by prioritizing original storytelling and a robust comedy slate, moving away from the sequel‑driven model that dominates theaters. Dan Lin, the film chairman, highlighted a healthy content budget that will both build and...
The Era of Florence Price
The Cambridge Companion to Florence B. Price, edited by Samantha Ege and Alexandra Kori Hill, fills a long‑standing gap by offering the first dedicated volume on the pioneering Black composer. It assembles a chorus of expert voices, including a posthumous,...
Freaked Out by the News? Tips for Staying Calm From Ex-Refugees, Hostages and 'Uncertainty Experts'
Sam Conniff and neuroscientist Katherine Templar‑Lewis release "The Uncertainty Toolkit," a book that translates a 2022 UCL study on uncertainty tolerance into practical strategies. The work draws on interviews with 40 “uncertainty experts” – former prisoners, addicts, refugees and hostages...
Peaches Cannot Be Squashed: The Shock-Pop Provocateur Still Thrives Onstage
Canadian shock‑pop icon Peaches, turning 60, has dropped her seventh studio album, “No Lube So Rude.” The record blends electro‑clash beats with unapologetic lyrics about sexuality, abortion rights, trans liberation and geopolitical unrest. Peaches continues her high‑energy tour alongside acts...
Mango Appoints Former Estée Lauder Exec as New Brand Director
Mango has appointed Sara Donnielli, former senior executive at Estée Lauder, as its new Brand Director and Management Committee member. Donnielli, who spent two decades leading luxury fragrance and cosmetics portfolios, will report to CEO Toni Ruiz. The hire aligns...
Freedom of Focus
The article argues that our off‑clock media choices are not entirely free, as powerful platforms and algorithms steer attention toward content that serves their interests. It highlights the psychological toll of doom‑scrolling and the internal narratives that shape our attitudes...
Useful Local Travel Apps to Download Before You Go Abroad
Travelers often discover that familiar U.S. apps like Uber and Lyft either don’t operate or are overpriced abroad. Local alternatives such as Bolt, FreeNow, and region‑specific navigation or dining platforms can offer better rates and availability. Expert Cara Laban, founder...
‘Spacewoman’ Review: Mission Driven
The documentary "Spacewoman" chronicles the life of Col. Eileen Collins, the first female space shuttle pilot and commander, tracing her journey from a modest upbringing in Elmira to historic NASA missions. Director Hannah Berryman blends personal interviews with archival footage...
‘Kontinental ’25’ Review: Do Unto Others (or Not)
Kontinental ’25 is a Romanian satire directed by Radu Jude that follows bailiff Orsolya as she evicts a homeless squatter, Ion, whose death triggers a moral crisis. The film juxtaposes stark legal procedures with darkly comic moments, using the eviction...
Our Spring Book Recommendations
The New York Times Book Review editors released a spring‑time video roundup recommending the season’s most anticipated new releases. The series features short clips discussing Toni Morrison, Wuthering Heights, romance genre insights, the decline of pocket‑size paperbacks, and two interviews with George Saunders. By...
Teerath Majumder – Dust To Dust
Bangladeshi composer‑producer Teerath Majumder releases the experimental album *Dust To Dust*, expanding his signature blend of traditional Bangla elements with avant‑electronic sound design. The record traverses starkly contrasting sonic worlds, from train‑like helium‑filled drones to dubstep‑driven guitar solos, echoing influences...
Ranbir Kapoor Turns Vibologist for Ledure’s Latest Campaign
Ranbir Kapoor stars as "The Vibologist" in Ledure Lightings' new TV commercial, marking a strategic pivot from product‑centric messaging to an emotional narrative about lighting’s transformative power. The campaign, titled "Lights Change, Toh Vibe Change," showcases how precise LED illumination...
‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ Review: The Blood Is Thicker
Ready or Not 2: Here I Come picks up the blood‑soaked saga of Grace, the survivor of the Le Domas clan’s deadly wedding game. The sequel widens the scope, revealing a worldwide cabal of Satan‑worshipping aristocratic families who convene at the Danforth...
T. Kingfisher on Her Favorite Books and Her Disgusting New Novel
In an email interview, author T. Kingfisher reveals she still reads while multitasking, even after a childhood concussion. She cites "The Swiss Family Robinson" and the "Clan of the Cave Bear" series as formative childhood reads. The interview highlights a surprising...
Kick Your Tiredness with These 7 Natural Energy Boosters
Dr. Amy Shah, author of *I’m So Effing Tired*, outlines seven natural strategies to combat chronic fatigue, focusing on gut‑friendly nutrition, circadian alignment, and emotional recharge. She recommends high‑fiber, nutrient‑dense foods, eliminating sugary or caffeinated drinks, and choosing lean, plant‑based...
The Independent Press Top 40 Bestsellers: Nonfiction
The Independent Publishers Caucus released its weekly Top 40 nonfiction bestsellers, compiled from sales data supplied by the American Booksellers Association across hundreds of independent bookstores nationwide. The list spotlights titles such as John U. Bacon’s *The Gales of November*, Robin...
What Does Evidence-Based Mindfulness Mean in Healthcare?
Healthcare leaders worldwide are increasingly exploring mindfulness to improve staff well‑being and patient care. Oxford Mindfulness emphasizes that evidence‑based approaches, such as Mindfulness‑Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), differ markedly from generic apps or short courses. Robust research shows moderate reductions in...
Wondering How to Talk About Climate Change? Take a Lesson From Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime stunt spotlighted Puerto Rico’s fragile, climate‑stressed power grid, showing how pop culture can convey climate urgency without a lecture. The performance reached over 100 million U.S. viewers, turning a visual spectacle into a de‑facto climate message....
MCM Begins Year-Long 50th Anniversary Celebration
German luxury label MCM is marking its 50th anniversary in 2026 with a year‑long campaign that includes a refreshed logo, a digital content series, and refreshed versions of iconic products such as the Ella Boston handbag and Liz tote. The...
JP Morgan's Justin Nelson on Resilience in Wealth Management
JP Morgan Private Bank’s Justin Nelson, who oversees more than $11 billion for high‑net‑worth clients, stresses that resilience in wealth management comes from embracing calculated risk and honest communication. He makes hundreds of decisions daily, believing that being right more than...
Puerto Rican Artist Gisela Colón’s Landmark Homecoming
Gisela Colón’s new exhibition “La Montaña, El Monólito” opened at Puerto Rico’s Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (MAC) on March 14, presenting a 30‑year retrospective of her sculptural and painterly work. The show marks the artist’s first monographic presentation in her native island...
Former Buccaneer & Cineflix Execs Launch Drama Outfit High Road Entertainment
Former Buccaneer co‑CEO Richard Tulk‑Hart and ex‑Cineflix scripted head James Durie have launched High Road Entertainment, a co‑production and sales consultancy focused on drama. The venture, rebadged from Volteo Media, is already developing the Greek‑set crime series Antiparos and the...
Documentary Romance: ‘Birds Of War’ Director Janay Boulos On Love Story That Unfolds Against Backdrop Of Bloody Conflict – CPH:DOX
Birds of War, directed by Janay Boulos and Abd Alkader Habak, shifted from a political portrait of Lebanon to an intimate love story set amid the Syrian civil war. By blending personal archives with frontline footage, the film illustrates romance surviving relentless...
ATLAS Sets Strong Limits on Supersymmetry
The ATLAS experiment at the Large Hadron Collider used advanced machine‑learning algorithms to probe supersymmetric particles in two new Run 2 analyses. One search focused on disappearing‑track signatures from chargino decays, while the other targeted low‑momentum leptons from neutralino cascades. Neither...
Thermochromic Bifacial PV Glazing System for Reducing Building Cooling Loads
Researchers at City University of Hong Kong have created a thermochromic bifacial photovoltaic (TC‑BiPV) glazing system that combines a hydrogel‑based thermochromic layer with bifacial solar cells. The hydrogel switches from transparent to translucent as temperature rises, reflecting light toward the...
Where to Stay in Cape Town (8 Best Places & Areas, By a Local)
A lifelong Cape Town resident maps out eight neighbourhoods and the top hotels in each, giving travelers a clear framework for where to stay. The guide positions the V&A Waterfront as the best entry point for first‑time visitors, Sea Point...
Lyas: ‘I’m Really Bad at Keeping My Mouth Shut’
Elias Medini, known online as Lyas, headlines Dazed’s Spring 2026 issue, pairing a glossy fashion spread with an in‑depth interview. The magazine launched a live Instagram watch‑party where Lyas discussed his aesthetic, career, and outspoken personality. The feature showcases a blend...
First Look: John Lewis and Labrum’s SS26 Menswear Drop
John Lewis and Labrum are releasing a 35‑piece SS26 menswear collection on 19 March, available online and in five UK stores. The line expands beyond clothing into footwear, bags and homeware, showcasing West African heritage through Nomoli and Adinkra motifs. Prices span...
Ajanta’s Ancient Murals Decoded in a New Children’s Book
Ashwin Prabhu’s new children’s book, *Magnificent Murals – Buddhist Art of Ajanta*, decodes the 2,200‑year‑old Buddhist paintings of India’s Ajanta Caves. The volume blends high‑resolution photographs with line‑drawn reconstructions, highlighting pigments such as lapis lazuli imported from Central Asia. Written...
The Standard Podcast: Can Awards Season Revive Legacy Fashion Houses?
The 2026 awards season delivered headline‑making looks, from Jessie Buckley’s sculptural Chanel gown to Timothée Chalamet’s white Givenchy suit, thrusting legacy houses like Schiaparelli and Valentino into the spotlight. In a Standard podcast episode, host Tamara Kormornick and branding specialist John Arlidge...