Celebrating Eid: Watch Mustafa Faizi Performing Raag Lalit
Worlds Within Worlds, an Eastern classical music label, released a new Eid al‑Fitr video featuring Afghan vocalist Mustafa Faizi and tabla player Maharshi Raval. The session, filmed by Michel Gasco with audio by Dave Rodriguez, showcases Faizi’s Patiala Gharana‑rooted style and his role as a cultural ambassador in Sydney. The label promotes the recording through its Bandcamp store, targeting global listeners of Afghan, Indian, and Iranian classical music. The release underscores the label’s strategy to leverage digital platforms for niche world‑music audiences.
Meteorite Hunters Scour Ohio for Fragments of 7-Ton Space Rock that Crashed Into Earth
An estimated 7‑ton meteoroid exploded over Ohio on March 17, producing a bright fireball and a sonic boom heard across the Midwest. The rock, roughly 6 feet in diameter, fragmented on impact, scattering black, fusion‑crusted pieces that residents and professional meteorite...
Close to 4 in 10 People Surveyed in APAC Feel Genuinely Appreciated and Loved – a Key Driver of Happiness
According to Ipsos’ 2026 Happiness Report, nearly four in ten respondents across the Asia‑Pacific region cite feeling genuinely appreciated and loved as one of the top three drivers of their happiness. Family and children (32%), a sense of control (27%)...
Alexander McQueen to Relocate Old Bond Street Flagship Amid Wider Restructuring
Alexander McQueen will relocate its Old Bond Street flagship to a new premium location on the same street, slated for the final quarter of 2026. The move retains the existing store team and will feature a full range of ready‑to‑wear...
Natural Superlattice 2D Materials‐based Volatile Memristor Promotes Artificial Nociceptor
Researchers have created a volatile memristor using the natural superlattice 2D material BiTiS3, which exploits interlayer coupling and sulfur‑vacancy‑induced lattice distortions to lower ion migration barriers. The device switches at low voltage within nanoseconds, as visualized by in‑situ conductive atomic...
Multifunctional Flexible Sensor with Bionic Micro‐Nano Hierarchical Structure for Dual‐Mode Pressure and Temperature Sensing
The study introduces a bioinspired multifunctional flexible sensor (BMF) that mimics ant, spider, mosquito and lotus leaf structures. Built from MXene‑coated melamine foam and CNT/PVDF nanofiber membrane, it delivers ultra‑high pressure sensitivity of 986.51 kPa⁻¹ across 0–200 kPa and temperature sensitivity of...
A Partially Stripped Succinonitrile Shield Rendering Air‐Stable Li5FeO4 Prelithiation Agent for Dendrite‐Free and Long‐Lifespan Lithium‐Ion Batteries
Researchers introduced a succinonitrile (SN) coating on Li₅FeO₄ (LFO) particles, creating an air‑stable prelithiation additive (LFO@SN). The SN layer suppresses surface alkalization, preserving a high initial charge capacity of 623.8 mAh g⁻¹ after one hour of ambient exposure. In electrolyte, the coating...
Research Progress of Porous Framework‐Based Triplet–Triplet Annihilation Upconversion Materials
The review surveys porous‑framework‑based triplet‑triplet annihilation upconversion (TTA‑UC) materials, emphasizing metal‑organic frameworks (MOFs) and porous aromatic frameworks (PAFs). It explains how these scaffolds improve oxygen resistance and enable solid‑state upconversion. The article details structure‑performance relationships, recent efficiency breakthroughs, and applications...
Ask a Climate Therapist: How Can I Balance My Travel Itch with Guilt About Emissions?
Leslie Davenport, a climate‑aware therapist, answers a reader’s guilt about flying by reframing travel as a source of insight rather than shame. She advises turning the discomfort into concrete choices—longer stays, low‑carbon transport, and trips that support conservation. Davenport also...
AndBeyond Sandibe Under Canvas and andBeyond Nxabega Under Canvas, Botswana - Opening This Month
andBeyond is adding two ultra‑luxury Under Canvas camps—Sandibe and Nxabega—in Botswana, slated to open in March 2026 with three‑tent configurations and all‑inclusive rates starting at $580 per person. The company also announced the July 2026 re‑opening of Phinda Vlei Lodge...
Sydney Airport Unveils a Host of New F&B Outlets in T3 Domestic
Sydney Airport has launched a revamped food precinct in Terminal 3, adding 11 new dining concepts ranging from coastal Italian to Cantonese dumplings, ramen, Mexican street fare and artisan coffee. The flagship venue, Icebergs Dining Room and Bar, brings its iconic...
INTRODUCING OMEON MYKONOS, AN ALL NEW, DESIGN-LED COASTAL RETREAT LAUNCHING APRIL 30, 2026
Omeon Mykonos, a 38‑room adults‑only boutique, opens on April 30, 2026, positioning itself as a design‑led, wellness‑focused retreat on the island. Operated by SWOT Hospitality, the property blends Cycladic minimalism with private pools, spa‑centric amenities and curated Mediterranean dining. It...
Orior’s Elegant, Enchanting St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
Irish furniture maker Orior staged an elaborate St. Patrick’s Day dinner in its Soho showroom, inviting prominent design‑community figures. The event showcased the brand’s handcrafted pieces, including the up‑cycled crystal Easca Table and the Irish‑green marble Marmar Table, while serving...
Jaguar Had Four New Cars In Development Before The Type 00 EV Killed Them
Jaguar scrapped four upcoming models—a refreshed XF, a third‑generation XJ, a second‑generation F‑Pace SUV, and a new F‑Type—to focus exclusively on its Type 00 electric grand tourer. The Type 00 concept, shown in late 2024, will enter production this summer with orders...
Lili Reinhart Sets Sail With BTS in the K-Pop Group’s New Music Video for “Swim”
Actress Lili Reinhart appears in BTS’s new music video for “Swim,” the lead single from the group’s fifth album Arirang. The synth‑heavy track and cinematic ship set, filmed in Lisbon and directed by Tanu Muino, emphasize themes of healing and...
Crocs Readies First Full-Price Store in France
Crocs will open its first full‑price store in Paris in June 2026, marking a strategic shift toward premium retail in Europe. The launch is part of a broader 2026 expansion plan that follows recent outlet openings in the UK. In 2025...
Semi-Detached House Extension Ideas – Our Pick of 7 Inspiring Home Additions
Semi-detached homes, with only one shared wall, offer a cost‑effective platform for extensions that can dramatically improve space, daylight and functionality. Homeowners must navigate permitted‑development rights versus full planning permission, especially concerning height, footprint and privacy. The article showcases seven...
Denza Z9 GT: We Drive the 858bhp Chinese Porsche Panamera
Chinese premium brand Denza unveiled the Z9 GT, a 858 bhp plug‑in hybrid estate slated for the UK market later this year. The powertrain pairs a 204 bhp 2.0‑litre turbo engine with three electric motors, delivering sports‑car level acceleration while the engine...
5 Genius, Designer-Approved Styling Tricks That Tackle the Biggest Eyesores in Your Kitchen — Say Goodbye to Features Spoiling Your...
Design experts highlight five simple styling tricks that eliminate common kitchen eyesores. By swapping plastic soap bottles for refillable dispensers, concealing outlets with cutting boards, draping fabric skirts over bulky appliances, corralling essentials on trays, and using an appliance garage,...
The Sky Today on Friday, March 20: The Moon Passes Venus on the Vernal Equinox
On March 20, 2026, the Moon will pass five degrees north of Venus, an alignment that coincides with the vernal equinox. While the conjunction occurs at 9 A.M. EDT, the two bodies become visible together in the evening sky, with Venus shining at...
Govee's New Vintage-Inspired Smart Bulbs Are a Lot Cheaper than You'd Think
Govee has introduced an Edison‑style smart bulb for the US and European markets, priced at £19.99/€24.99 individually and $69.99 for a four‑pack. The bulb delivers 500 lumens, a CRI above 90, and a tunable colour temperature from 2,700 K to 6,500 K,...
Alicia McCarthy Opens New Solo Show @ V1 Gallery, Copenhagen
Alicia McCarthy’s new solo exhibition opens at V1 Gallery in Copenhagen from March 13 to April 25, 2026. The show presents her signature abstract canvases that fuse 1960s‑style Op Art geometry with spontaneous, graffiti‑inspired gestures, drips and splashes. Rooted in the Mission School’s queer punk...
Sustainable Terephthalic Acid Modified Polyimide Binder for Enhanced Li‐Ion Storage in Silicon Nanoparticles (Small 17/2026)
Researchers Yuan Qiao and Ali Reza Kamali introduced a green, scalable polyimide binder modified with terephthalic acid for silicon anodes in lithium‑ion batteries. The binder reinforces electrode integrity, accelerates lithium‑ion kinetics, and boosts both capacity and long‑term cycling stability. Full‑cell...
Strategic Screening of Dopants for Na0.67Ni0.33Mn0.67O2 Cathodes: A Computational Roadmap for Sodium‐Ion Battery Innovation
Researchers used machine‑learning potentials and density‑functional theory to evaluate six dopants—Mg2+, Al3+, Ti4+, Zr4+, Nb5+ and Mo6+—in the P2‑type, cobalt‑free Na0.67Ni0.33Mn0.67O2 (NNMO) cathode. The study shows that high‑valence dopants (Zr, Nb, Mo) mainly reinforce bulk structural stability while preserving energy...
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[Correspondence] Safeguarding Against Dengue Fever Risks in a More Connected World
The Lancet correspondence highlights a series of low‑tech, community‑driven interventions that have demonstrably reduced dengue fever incidence in several low‑ and middle‑income countries. Partnering with ministries, transport operators and the GX Foundation, measures such as mosquito lamps, insecticide‑treated bednets and...
BTS Releases ‘Swim’ and We’re Not Just Streaming, We’re Soaking It In
BTS has officially returned with their comeback album Arirang, marking the first group release since the members completed military service. The lead single, “Swim,” departs from their trademark high‑energy choreography, offering an alternative‑pop sound layered with warm guitar riffs and retro...
From Harry Styles to Paris Fashion Week, the Trouser Turn-Up Is Back
Fashion’s classic trouser turn‑up is back, highlighted by Harry Styles at the Brit Awards and runway moments at Paris Fashion Week. Retailers from JW Anderson × Uniqlo to preppy label Alex Mill showcase cuffed denim and chinos, while John Lewis reports a surge in street‑style...
Chain of Ideas by Ibram X Kendi Review – Anatomy of a Conspiracy Theory
Ibram X Kendi’s new 500‑page book *Chain of Ideas* maps the ideological scaffolding of the so‑called great replacement theory, arguing it is a chain of interlocking ideas that fuels today’s authoritarian surge. He traces the concept from its French origin with...
“This Bitter Earth… May Not Be so Bitter After All.”
Brother Dinh Thanh recounts a recent pilgrimage in Vietnam that follows Thich Nhat Hanh’s footsteps, centering on the Root Temple of Tu Hieu and the forest of Phuong Boi. He uses the classic song “This Bitter Earth” to illustrate the...
Zepeto Teams up with Bratz Dolls on Digital Runway
Zepeto, the avatar‑centric social platform with over 400 million users, announced a partnership with iconic fashion doll brand Bratz. The collaboration will launch the "Bratz × Zepeto Contest" on March 20, running four weeks with a fresh fashion theme each week. Participants can dress...
For CEOs, It’s Time for a Wartime Mindset
CEOs are urged to adopt a wartime mindset, using scenario planning to navigate heightened geopolitical uncertainty, especially the Iran‑Israel conflict and volatile oil markets. The practice, pioneered by Shell in the 1970s, proved valuable during the oil embargo and is...
Forget the Scandinavian Sleep Hack – the Dutch Method Is the Latest Sleep Trend Going Viral
Viral sleep trends have shifted from the Scandinavian two‑duvet hack to the Dutch method, which encourages opening blinds or curtains to welcome natural light each morning. The approach leverages early light exposure to reset the circadian clock, potentially enhancing mood,...
Review: Jetboil Flash 1.8L Stove System (New in 2026)
The 2026 Jetboil Flash 1.8 L stove system adds a larger pot, silicone‑covered folding handles, and a thermochromic window to Jetboil’s classic all‑in‑one design. Weighing 18.8 oz, it boils 1 L of water in about four minutes and costs roughly $165, undercutting the comparable...
False Online Posts Fuel Self-Diagnosis, Says Study
Researchers from the University of East Anglia and NHS Norfolk and Suffolk examined 5,057 social‑media posts and found high rates of misinformation about ADHD and autism, especially on TikTok. The study reported 52% of ADHD‑related TikTok videos and 41% of...
Leila Bordreuil + Kali Malone – Music for Intersecting Planes
Leila Bordreuil and organist Kali Malone have released the collaborative LP “Music for Intersecting Planes,” blending cello, feedback, organ, and sine‑wave drones. The record juxtaposes Bordreuil’s chaotic, feedback‑laden textures with Malone’s slow‑moving, ecclesiastical organ meditations, creating a push‑pull tension that...
Introducing: The Dominique Renaud Pulse60 — A Slow-Swinging 1Hz Watch With A Human Heartbeat
Dominique Renaud’s HHDR brand has unveiled the Pulse 60, a 40 mm watch that beats at 1 Hz, mirroring a resting human heart. The timepiece features a 20 mm balance wheel with ultra‑amplitude swing, a hand‑wound BUA2024 calibre, and a torque‑indicator at 3 o’clock. It...
If You Have A Record Player, Then You Need to Be 'Vinyl Styling' — Here's How to Do It Like...
Design‑forward interiors are embracing analog listening, prompting homeowners to showcase vinyl collections as décor. Trend expert Victoria Robinson outlines five vinyl‑styling strategies—from gallery‑wall displays to curated bar carts—that turn album covers into visual statements. The tips emphasize thoughtful curation, complementary...
ZOE ROSEGOLD: The Quantum Architect of Sound and Soul
Zoe Rosegold’s ZOE UNIVERSE redefines music production by starting with artists’ lyrics and emotional intent, creating bespoke sonic blueprints through hour‑long visual consultations. The boutique firm guarantees full master ownership and 90% publishing rights, while delivering Atmos‑ready, sync‑licensed tracks for...
From ‘Blade Runner’ to Manga, a New Hong Kong Dining Spot Is a Retro Fantasy Land
Genso, a new two‑floor dining hub inside Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Sha Tin Racecourse, is the latest creation of Joyce Wang Studio. The venue fuses retro‑futuristic design with Hong Kong’s neon signage, manga motifs and Blade Runner‑inspired lighting. The lower...
AILEEN JUDAN-JIAO: Breaking Barriers at IBM Philippines
Aileen Judan‑Jiao became IBM Philippines’ first homegrown Filipina president and country general manager in 2018, overseeing an 89‑year‑old operation. Her three‑decade IBM career progressed from systems engineer to executive, now steering cloud, AI and security services for clients undergoing rapid...
5 Bedroom Mistakes That Will Always Disturb Your Sleep in Spring — And How Experts Overcome Them
Spring’s shifting temperatures and longer daylight expose common bedroom missteps that can sabotage sleep. Experts Natalie Hasseck and Kenny Timper warn that over‑layering bedding, neglecting a seasonal reset, turning nightstands into charging stations, using overly vibrant colors, and allowing light...
Evenly Lit, Not Overlit: Rethinking Brightness in Subtropical Cities
In subtropical Asian cities such as Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Guangzhou, western‑facing sunlight is increasingly seen as a source of glare, heat and visual fatigue. Architects and interior designers are moving away from the default strategy of flooding spaces with downlights,...
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[Comment] Offline: Intelligence Does Not Prevent Stupidity
Giuliano da Empoli’s 2022 novel *The Wizard of the Kremlin* imagines a former Putin aide recounting the leader’s evolution from intelligence officer to autocrat. Through the fictional advisor Vadim Baranov, the book draws a stark contrast between a West driven...
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[Comment] Physiologically Guided CABG in Valve Surgery
Fractional flow reserve (FFR) provides a more precise physiological assessment of coronary lesions than angiography alone, and its wire‑based use has improved PCI outcomes. Angiography‑derived FFR extends this functional insight without pressure wires, showing strong correlation with invasive measurements. In...
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[Comment] Should We Keep Pushing a High Fluid Intake in Kidney Stones?
High fluid intake remains the cornerstone for preventing kidney stones, yet patient adherence is consistently low. Systematic reviews and a recent 2026 randomized trial confirm that adequate hydration reduces stone recurrence, but practical, behavioral, and environmental barriers limit real‑world effectiveness....
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[Editorial] Making Treatment for Obesity More Equitable
2026 could be a watershed year for obesity treatment as GLP‑1 receptor agonists cement their role after a decade of clinical success. The global market for weight‑loss drugs is forecast to hit US$150 billion by 2035, reflecting soaring demand. More than...
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs as CEO
Zimmermann announced Roberto Eggs as its new chief executive officer, effective May 1, succeeding long‑time CEO Chris Olliver, who will become executive chairman. Eggs joins from Moncler Group, where he held senior roles including chief business and global market officer, after...
Kuru Taps Xaviersobased, Lucy Bedroque for New Album
Kuru announced his sophomore album *Backstage Hologram* on the deadAir label, featuring collaborators Xaviersobased and Lucy Bedroque. The record’s lead single, “FW19,” debuted with a Blindlight‑directed video. A North American tour with Bedroque and 9Lives will run from Seattle on April 18...
A 1998 Hit Has Been Named the Best Pop Song of the 1990s
On September 29, 1998 Britney Spears released "...Baby One More Time," a Max Martin‑produced single that instantly propelled her to global stardom. Audio Ink Radio’s March 19 feature named the track the best pop song of the 1990s, echoing accolades from...
Does Lithium Work for Memory Loss? Experts Answer 4 Key Questions
A two‑year pilot trial published in JAMA Neurology found that low‑dose oral lithium (150‑300 mg daily) slowed verbal memory decline in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. The neuroprotective benefit was most pronounced in participants who tested positive for amyloid‑beta, a...