Beyond specialised workbenches and minuscule components, watchmakers and brands alike find their cultural footing in the arts. Beyond existing as a discipline of tradition, horology has transformed into an extension of creative expression. Today, this convergence feels more intentional than ever. In an era where storytelling and cultural relevance shape perception, maisons are looking beyond
BEIJING — China’s ties with countries such as Iran and Russia have raised expectations of a bigger diplomatic role, but Beijing remains focused on protecting its own domestic interests, including global exports. That stance underpins Beijing’s circumspect acknowledgment of reports that it pushed Iran toward this week’s temporary ceasefire. A New York Times report cited
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s logo is seen in the background beside a printed circuit board. Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. on Friday posted another quarter of record revenue driven by demand for AI chips. For January to March, the world’s largest chipmaker reported revenue of 1.13 trillion new Taiwan
After penning multiple dark fantasy novels and horror stories like 2025’s Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng, Kylie Lee Baker returns with a dual-timeline horror novel chock full of secrets and scares. In Japanese Gothic, an eerie 200-year-old house in rural Japan becomes a portal that connects two very different lives: that of
Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs were back in federal court on Thursday to appeal his prison sentence for his conviction on two prostitution-related charges. Combs, 56, is currently serving more than four years in prison and received a fine of US$500,000, the maximum possible, for his conviction on federal prostitution-related offences in October. He will
The Legend of Zelda is celebrating its 40th anniversary as a franchise this year, bringing millions of fans back into the fold, as they seek to relive those era defining experiences from their childhood’s to mark the occasion. This remains the best option on the table for now, with no news on Nintendo’s plans for
DJ Khaled, Future, and Lil Baby have linked up for a new song, “One of Them.” The Kid Art-directed video chronicles an action-packed night of hand-to-hand combat, crashing through ceilings, and time-honored Khaled-isms including: “We the best.” Watch it all below. “One of Them” is just the latest in a series of Future, Lil Baby,
Critic’s Rating: 2.75 / 5.0 2.75 I hate to admit it, but Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is losing me. If you’ve read my reviews, you know I’ve been very positive about the show, its scale, and its well-written characters. Sadly, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 Episode 7 is another scattered outing. I don’t mind
These are the OG 107 reverse sateen fatigues on my legs. And these are the OG 107 fatigues. A little bit closer. This is the fabric, reverse sateen. The Trick Up Sateen’s Sleeve The reverse sateen that the military used had one major trick up its sleeve that made it the most comfortable fabric
Former trustee Kathryn Pretzel-Shiels has been interim chief executive since October Originally Posted Here
A Concierge Approach to IVF and Surrogacy In the rarefied world of ultra-luxury, there is a quiet but profound shift taking place. The same individuals who expect bespoke, exclusive experiences in travel, finance and bespoke services are now seeking the same level of refinement in an intensely personal domain: family creation. Enter IMA ART Fertility,
People gather at the Magic Kingdom theme park before the “Festival of Fantasy” parade at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, U.S. July 30, 2022. Octavio Jones | Reuters Disney is planning to begin its next phase of cost cutting, which will include as many as 1,000 layoffs, according to a person familiar with the
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Nigerian Erotica Writers Bypass Morality Police With Women’s-Only WhatsApp Groups Listen, if I know anything about humanity, it’s
In a rare public address from the White House this afternoon, first lady Melania Trump denied having any connection to Jeffrey Epstein or knowledge of his crimes, saying, “I am not Epstein’s victim” and “Epstein did not introduce me to Donald Trump.” “I have never had any knowledge of Epstein’s abuse of his victims. I
Summer begins May 1 with 20th Century Studios’ The Devil Wears Prada 2, which after arriving on three-week tracking Thursday morning is eyeing a $66 million+ opening. Presales we hear are double that of Wuthering Heights (which had a four-and-half-week advance ticket sales window). Devil Wears Prada 2‘s tickets went on sale March 12. Those
Sony’s on-again, off-again movie adaptation of the Metal Gear Solid video game franchise is officially in the works, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein helming the project. Creator Hideo Kojima first announced that a film about his groundbreaking stealth series was being developed in 2006, with actors including Viggo Mortensen
For the better part of a decade, sneakers have been the default. They worked with everything, required no thought, and became the easy answer to almost every outfit. That dominance is starting to fade. In 2026, men’s footwear is shifting toward something more refined. Not formal, not restrictive, but intentional. Loafers are stepping into that
It is ten in the morning at Seljalandsfoss, and the car park is full. Coaches are arriving in sequence. A queue has formed along the path that leads behind the waterfall — the shot everyone came for — and the mist rising off the cascade has turned the ground into a mud slick that claims
The Eric Liddell Community, an Edinburgh-based dementia care charity, has appointed Megan Veronesi as its chief executive. Veronesi, who joined on 1 April, brings more than 15 years’ experience in the voluntary sector to the role, having held senior roles at Royal Trinity Hospice, Firstport and Edinburgh World Heritage. She succeeds John MacMillan, who left
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks during a press conference following the Federal Open Markets Committee meeting at the Federal Reserve on March 18, 2026 in Washington, DC. Anna Moneymaker | Getty Images Federal Reserve officials at their March meeting still expected to lower interest rates this year, even with a high level of uncertainty
As their shift comes to an end on April 16, here’s what we think the characters from The Pitt will be reading before bed. Originally Posted Here
Image Credit: Courtesy of Michael Patrick/Instagram Irish actor Michael Patrick, who appeared in an episode of Game of Thrones, died after a three-year battle with a rare illness. He was 35. Michael’s wife, Naomi, broke the news of his untimely death in an Instagram post on April 8, 2026. “Last night, Mick sadly passed away
Somehow, we’ve reached the point in time when Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin’s kids are both in their twenties! Like, what? Where did the time go? Moses Martin, who is Paltrow’s youngest, just turned 20 on Wednesday, March 8, and his momma was super cool about it on her social media post. Now, Gwyneth Paltrow
Critic’s Rating: 4 / 5.0 4 It’s always fascinating when Voight forms a connection with someone. Rabbit proves to be the one CI who can survive in this universe, and Chicago PD Season 13 puts his dynamic with Voight under the microscope. It also marks progress in Imani’s investigation into her sister and in her
The 90th Masters Tournament tees off today at Augusta National — and if you think the only thing worth watching is who takes home the green jacket, you’re missing half the show. There is no sporting event on earth with a dress code as quietly powerful as The Masters. Since 1934, Augusta National has imposed
The former head of Hospice UK has been appointed interim chief executive of the domestic abuse charity SafeLives. Tracey Bleakley succeeds Ellen Miller, who stepped down for personal reasons last month following the death of her husband last year. Bleakley was most recently co-chair of the National Palliative Care Programme Board at NHS England, a
The Blancpain Villeret collection has embodied the tenets of classic watchmaking since its debut in 1983. The range occupies a position of distinction within Blancpain’s catalogue, standing out as the standard-bearer of understated elegance from amid the sporty Fifty Fathoms, the sumptuous Ladybird, the ornate Metiers d’Art, and the utilitarian Air Command. Even though the
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said the carrier will “meaningfully reduce” its capacity growth plans in the near term as fuel costs soar, solidifying a pullback from airlines that have been roiled by a historic run-up in jet fuel due to the Middle East war. Delta on Wednesday forecast adjusted per-share earnings of $1
Modelo beer is displayed on a shelf at a Safeway store on Oct. 6, 2025 in San Anselmo, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Modelo maker Constellation Brands withdrew its previously issued fiscal 2028 outlook on Wednesday and reported slightly weaker demand as consumers navigate a rapidly evolving macroenvironment. The company said it was encouraged
Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. The Trailer for Remarkably Bright Creatures Has Dropped At first, I thought the deep voice narrating the trailer for Remarkably Bright Creatures was just the generic Hollywood narrator guy. But as the trailer continued, I
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