Apple’s Liquid Glass redesign in iOS 26 is cracking – here’s why that’s a good thing
Apple has just released the iOS 26 developer beta 3 update This adjusts the Liquid…
Brain fog during menopause? Here’s what’s really going on
Many women going through menopause report experiencing what they describe as “brain fog,” a mix of forgetfulness, reduced focus, and mental fatigue. These symptoms are thought to stem in part from hormonal fluctuations that occur during this transition. To better understand the connection, researchers conducted a review of existing studies examining how menopause affects brain…
A new home for building AI skills
How you can use Google Skills Learn from experts across Google: People have completed more than 26 million courses, labs and credentials in the past year alone — and now they’re all in one place. You might begin with an entry-level Google AI Essentials course from Grow with Google, then advance to a learning path…
Scientists stumble on a hidden quantum trick in 2D materials
When arranged in just the right ways, two-dimensional materials can display unusual and valuable quantum effects such as superconductivity and exotic types of magnetism. Understanding why these effects arise, and how to control them, remains one of the biggest challenges for physicists and engineers. A new study published in Nature Physics has uncovered a previously…
L’Oréal ‘ready to consider talks with Armani Group’, says its chief executive
By AFP Published October 21, 2025 L’Oréal is “ready to consider discussions with the Armani group as set out in Mr Armani’s will”, which envisages an initial 15% stake, according to the cosmetics group’s CEO, Nicolas Hieronimus. Nicolas Hieronimus – L’Oreal On Sunday, L’Oréal announced the biggest acquisition in its history: the €4 billion purchase…
Bella Freud back for second M&S collab, head of brand talks successes and challenges
Published October 21, 2025 Bella Freud has launched a second collaboration collection with M&S following sell-out success for the offer that launched this time last year. Bella Freud x M&S The new 35-piece collection is more ambitious too as it includes homewares and kidswear, as well as a knitwear, daywear, outerwear and tailoring edit. So…
Eight countries added to Foreign Office warning list
Getty Images Eight countries have been added to a UK Foreign Office list warning of the risks of methanol poisoning from counterfeit or tainted alcoholic drinks. Ecuador, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Russia and Uganda are included in the updated travel guidance following incidents involving Britons in those countries. The advice previously covered Thailand, Laos…
Carlyle Italy’s Marco De Benedetti: “To build a €1 billion company, the product alone is not enough”
Published October 21, 2025 “It is not impossible to build a €100 million company if you have an innovative product idea that aligns with people’s tastes. But if you want to build a €1 billion company, the product alone is no longer enough,” said Carlyle Italy chairman and one of the architects of Moncler‘s success Marco De Benedetti, speaking…
Stéphane Rolland to showcase at Barcelona Bridal Night as international guest label
Published October 21, 2025 French haute couture will take pride of place in Barcelona next spring. Following in the footsteps of designers such as Elie Saab, Viktor & Rolf, Giambattista Valli, and Vivienne Westwood, Stéphane Rolland will headline the next edition of Barcelona Bridal Night, the flagship event of Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week. The designer…
Six autumn footwear collaborations where fashion meets craftsmanship
Published October 21, 2025 This season, fashion brands and iconic footwear labels are joining forces to launch new collaborations for autumn/ winter 2025. These creations celebrate craftsmanship, innovation, and the meeting of creative worlds. Here is a round-up of six collaborations defining the season. Carel x Alphonse Maitrepierre Souris MP “En plein cœur” collection –…
What time is it? Accuracy of pool.ntp.org.
Yesterday, Chinese security services published a story alleging a multi-year attack against the systems operating the Chinese standard time (CST), sometimes called Beijing Standard Time. China uses only one time zone across the country, and has not used daylight saving time since 1991. Most operating systems use UTC internally and display local time zones for…
