Lifestyle
6 Easy, Affordable Ways to Refresh Your Bathroom Without Renovating
A little paint, a prettier light, and a few charming finds give your bathroom more personality.
‘If AI were asked to make miso, it would taste like this’: the best (and worst) supermarket miso, tasted and rated
We ran supermarket pastes through the ‘soup test’ to find out which ones have an authentic flavour and which are nothing like the real thing
Crispy Roasted Potato and Fennel Salad with Shallot-Lemon Dressing
A bright shallot-lemon dressing adds just the right tangy finish.
The best electric heaters in the UK, from traditional stove-style units to modern smart models – tested
Want to heat just one room without firing up the boiler? We cosied up to 12 electric heaters to find the best for your home
When to Bring Houseplants Inside—and How to Keep Them Healthy All Winter
When nighttime temperatures dip into the 40s, it’s time to bring your tropical plants indoors.
Why is a child saying ‘Na-na, na-na-na!’ so annoying?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific and philosophical concepts
World
Trump’s pause on Russia sanctions is ‘reward’ for Putin, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian president warns it will embolden Russian leader and intensify war as Moscow hits country’s power plants
Three children and teacher killed by 16-year-old at Oregon primary school
The suspect was shot dead by a local community member who followed him into the school, said police.
Hundreds of thousands of workers on strike across Republic of Ireland
It comes amidst an an ongoing pay dispute between public sector workers and the Irish government.
Saudi minister vows 'serious response' to Houthi attacks on airports
It comes after the armed group hit Riyadh's international airport and another facility, killing 13 people, in a significant escalation.
Wildlife park confirms tiger will not be euthanised after man mauled to death
Ed Miliband offers ‘deepest condolences’ to family of the visitor who entered animal enclosure on Saturday
Hurricane Isaias makes landfall in Florida with severe effects expected across several states
Governors of Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida declared states of emergency as a downsized Fema faces first major test
Beauty
Saying Adriana Lima Had a “Glow Up” Isn’t as Kind as You Think
Media vitriol about celebrity appearances has toned down in recent years, but are we just packaging the body-shaming in prettier language?
Game, set and tache: Carlos Alcaraz joins growing trend for a stylish top lip
Tennis superstar is latest celebrity to sport a ‘refined’ moustache which owes little to bushy Tom Selleck look
South Park takes on looksmaxxing, aura-farming and influencer nonsense with grotesque glee
In the third episode of the latest season, the boys head into Sephora and eventually the Backrooms in a story that makes fun of app-mutated self-care
Sali Hughes on beauty: worried about hair loss? Here’s a treatment that actually works
Many products claim to stop age-related thinning, but this one really works
Free ice-cream, glowing skin and camping wins: Filter UK writers reveal the unexpected perks of product testing
Our testers reflect on a year of discoveries, from family game nights to fewer chores
Edge Control: the art exhibition using hidden camera images to explore race and beauty
Artist Deana Lawson uses beauty supply store surveillance images to analyze power and personhood in her exhibition at the Gagosian in New York City
Celebrity
Harry Styles Dedicates New Song to Liam Payne 2 Years After His Death
Harry Styles performed a new song titled “What Is Enough” during his Oct. 16 concert at Madison Square Garden, dedicating the emotional track to Liam Payne two years after his death.
J.Crew’s Fall Ballet Flats, Boots & Pumps Start at $60
From sleek ankle boots to polished ballet flats, these under-the-radar styles look luxe. Plus, we know how you can get them for an extra 50% off.
How Jimmy Kimmel Reacted to Guillermo Rodriguez’s DWTS Elimination
Jimmy Kimmel shared support for his longtime Jimmy Kimmel Live! sidekick Guillermo Rodriguez after his elimination from Dancing With the Stars on Oct. 13.
Breaking Bad Actor RJ Mitte's Cause of Death Revealed
A rep for Breaking Bad alum RJ Mitte confirmed his cause of death after sharing that he died in Texas at age 34.
Kelly Clarkson Claims NYC Store Gave Her Pretty Woman Treatment
Kelly Clarkson explained how her shopping trip in NYC went awry after a store treated her like Julia Roberts’ character in Pretty Woman: “Wow, dude. You’re an idiot and just lost a huge…
Teacher Reacts to Khloe Kardashian Making Fun of Him for Flirting
After Khloe Kardashian left a flirty comment on teacher Jacob Myers-Norys’ Instagram last year, she revealed she left him on read after he messaged her multiple times: “Calm down, Yacob.”
Culture
Why a Chilean salt flat is a microcosm of the extractive frontiers of green capitalism
In the Atacama desert, the extraction of lithium – so crucial to addressing the climate crisis – comes with escalating social and environmental costs
Trump establishes committee to investigate Fed governor Lisa Cook
US president renews his efforts to oust Cook despite supreme court ruling that her firing was unconstitutional
Medium-term borrowing costs for UK government hit 19-year high
Investors offload global bonds amid fears of rising inflation, increasing pressure on John Healey ahead of first budget
Ikea to pilot online buyback service for secondhand furniture
Service to be tested in Spain and Portugal this year, with a UK rollout if successful, as pre-loved markets boom
Accept ‘bad things’ in return for benefits of AI, says Sam Altman
Boss of OpenAI calls for a regulatory light touch because of the ‘good stuff’ the technology can deliver
OpenAI safety leader quits, warning AI company’s culture is ‘broken’
David Robinson joins other insiders in urging industry to take more care over rapidly developing technology
Style
T&C Tried & True: My Go-To Cashmere Brand Finally Makes Outerwear
Better still, innovative design makes this coat extremely versatile.
Christopher Ward’s New Watch Is Already Up for an Award. It Only Went on Sale This Week.
The British watchmaker has given its extraordinary Loco a more sophisticated makeover. And it’s already in the running for watchmaking’s biggest prizes.
Royal-Approved Brand Cara Cara Just Launched an Equestrian-Themed Capsule
Horse-girl fall is officially back in full swing.
Daisy Edgar-Jones Rewears Centuries-Old Necklace While Promoting Sense and Sensibility
She first wore the Boucheron pendant, crafted in 1877, to the film’s world premiere last month.
T&C Tried & True: My Current Denim Fixation Is a Brand You Probably Haven’t Heard Of
Meet the effortlessly cool brown jean I’ve been wearing on repeat this fall.
Embrace Your School Spirit With These Pieces From The New J.Crew x ‘47 Collaboration
J.Crew’s stepping into the school spirit this fall semester.
Fashion
Kylie Jenner Just Walked Her First Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Wearing a $50 Million Fantasy Bra
An iconic bra for an iconic girl
How to dress a tech oligarch: The Social Reckoning’s costume designer on Zuckerberg’s style evolution
Susan Lyall worked with actor Jeremy Strong to research the Meta CEO’s favorite Nikes and luxury sweaters
20 of the best women’s shoes and boots for autumn, from ballet flats to knee-highs
Whether it’s sleek slip-ons or stompers that mean business, we’ve got the standout pairs for the changing season
Jess Cartner-Morley on fashion: this season’s vibe is lady who lounges - not lunches
Think boucle jackets with low-waisted jeans, silk blouses with masculine trousers, pencil skirts with wellies …
The Fashion Crowd Is Styling Their Basics Differently This Fall—5 Small Changes Making a Big Impact
Fall’s best styling ideas don’t require a new wardrobe.
Squeezy olive oil bottles, Meghan’s pot filler tap and the rise of ‘cheffy’ kit in home kitchens
Social media ‘chefluencers’ and open restaurant kitchens have made chefs more visible and inspired aspirational gadget-buying