‘Think of England’ film – is pornography for the boys a myth?
Think of England debuted at the Glasgow film festival this year, an intriguing indie film that explores a surprisingly overlooked piece of history from World War 2, long considered a myth; that the government once considered the idea of producing pornographic movies...
How to Cultivate a More Mindful Approach to Weekend Celebrations
Many folks simply reconcile themselves to a post-party hangover as a necessary evil. Tough Sunday, hydrate, and repeat. But much of the suffering isn't from the booze per se, but from its accompaniments and the pace at which we imbibe it. A more conscious approach to...
Jack White Art Show in London: These Thoughts May Disappear
London is about to witness a new side of Jack White. Known worldwide as the garage rock icon behind The White Stripes, White has also been quietly creating sculptures, furniture, and experimental art for decades. For the first time, his private studio work goes public...
Quick Hair Styles: The “Daylight Savings” Survival Guide for 3-Minute Mornings
When Daylight Saving Time arrives in March, that missing hour of sleep rarely stays invisible. It shows up in sluggish mornings, tired eyes, and hair that—frankly—refuses to cooperate. Whether it’s flat, frizzy, or suffering from "pillow crush," the struggle to look...
A&E, Adolf & Eva, Adam & Eve – Paul McCarthy’s show lands in Madrid
“With Adolf (Hitler) & Eva (Braun), Adam & Eve, I wasn’t interested in historical accuracy. They’re not monuments. They’re buffoons. Pop buffoons, they’re images, languages.”— Paul McCarthy In a city where spectacle and politics blur by default, Paul McCarthy...
The New Intersection of Comfort and Fashion
For years, fashion asked people to tolerate discomfort in exchange for style. Tight silhouettes, rigid fabrics, and impractical designs were treated as the price of looking put together. That trade-off no longer holds the same appeal. In cities especially, where days...
The “Fresh-First” Kitchen: Simple Storage Upgrades for Longer-Lasting Food
Tired of opening your fridge to find wilted herbs or stale bread that went bad way too fast? Food waste hits hard when groceries spoil before you use them, wasting money and adding frustration to everyday cooking. The good news is simple storage upgrades can change...
Freeze–Thaw Cycles Are Reshaping What Durable Homes Need to Be
Winter weather has a way of sneaking into places it does not belong, and your plumbing is high on that list. Freeze–thaw cycles do not arrive with much drama, but they leave evidence behind in the form of leaks, weakened pipes, and repairs that always seem to happen...
ORWELL: 2+2=5 – Who controls the Truth? – New Documentary
“Who controls the past controls the future: who controls the present controls the past.” It’s the warning that echoes through ORWELL: 2+2=5, a new documentary from Academy Award-nominated director Raoul Peck, arriving in UK and Irish cinemas on 27 March 2026. Drawing...
How to value your Elgin pocket watch
Whilst being an iconic piece of time-keeping, with their Alice in Wonderland feel, antique Elgin pocket watches also have investment potential. If you come across an Elgin watch in a second hand shop or the bottom of your drawers, it's well worth getting its value...
‘The Tasters’ feature film release – Testing for Hitler
In 2012, a ninety-five-year-old German woman quietly upended a footnote of wartime history. Her name was Margot Wölk, and the secret she had carried for most of her life sounded almost surreal: during the final years of the Second World War, she had been forced to...
What to Do When Your Glasses Frames Wear Out but Lenses Are Perfect
Your frames may be falling apart, but your lenses are still crystal clear. It happens all the time. You're going about your day when you hear that dreaded crack. Your glasses frames have finally given up, split at the bridge or snapped at the hinge. But here's the...
Alien Hand by Alison Blickle & Irini Karayannopoulou
This March, painter Alison Blickle teams up with Irini Karayannopoulou for Alien Hand, a joint exhibition organized by Blackbird Rook and General Assembly in London (6–21 March 2026, 12 Saint George Street). The title comes from alien hand syndrome—the neurological...
What to Know About Veneers Before Your First Consultation
Dental veneers rank among the most requested cosmetic treatments, and their popularity continues to grow across the country. These thin porcelain or composite shells bond to tooth surfaces to correct various aesthetic issues—from discoloration to chips to gaps between...
How to Choose Glasses That Suit Your Lifestyle
Key Takeaways Evaluate your lifestyle, including your work, leisure activities, and habits, to guide your eyewear choices. Frame and lens materials should enhance comfort, durability, and suit your aesthetic preferences. Modern lens features can significantly improve...