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Reality TV personality Molly-Mae Hague has revealed she isn’t ready to start wearing her engagement ring again, even though she and Tommy Fury have rekindled their relationship. The couple, who first met on Love Island in 2019 and later got engaged, shocked fans when they announced their breakup last year. Earlier this year, Hague, 26, confirmed that they were back together — but in her new Prime Video docuseries, she admits their relationship is “not perfect” and that they are still living apart. The series, which premiered on Saturday, also delves into some of the controversies surrounding Hague, including her…

The dazzling costumes seen in Strictly Come Dancing and the magical outfits of Wicked’s Emerald City might seem far removed from a trading estate in south London. Yet, one independent fashion house in Croydon has become a key player in creating iconic stage and screen wardrobes — from the waistcoats and dresses in Hamilton to the Shiz University costumes in Wicked. DanceSport International (DSI London) began in 1982 as a dance studio founded by Geoffrey Hearn and renowned ballroom dancer Peggy Spencer MBE. In 2000, it expanded to include a dressmaking department, and today it employs 52 skilled artisans who…

A series of iPad drawings by artist David Hockney, depicting the Yorkshire Wolds, has sold for £6.2 million at auction. The 17 prints, titled The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, were created in 2011 — six years after Hockney left Beverly Hills to settle in Bridlington. The collection was auctioned earlier at Sotheby’s in London, achieving more than twice its estimated value. Sotheby’s described the sale as the largest offering of Hockney’s iPad drawings ever brought to market, calling it an “exceptionally rare opportunity” for collectors. The works came from a private collection, and the sale coincided with the Frieze…

Sir David Attenborough has made history by becoming the oldest recipient of a Daytime Emmy Award for his work on the documentary Secret Lives of Orangutans. At 99 years old, Sir David won in the category of Outstanding Daytime Personality, Non-Daily, for the Netflix production, which also earned two additional awards. The film explores the lives of orangutans in the jungles of Sumatra, Indonesia. He surpassed the previous record held by actor Dick Van Dyke, who was 98 when he won the award for Guest Performer in a Daytime Drama Series in 2024. The 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards took…

As the air turns crisp and the leaves change color, respiratory virus season returns — bringing with it increased risks from Covid-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) across the United States. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) anticipates that the 2025–26 fall and winter respiratory virus season will see similar peak hospitalization numbers for Covid-19, flu, and RSV as last year. Fortunately, there are effective steps you can take to minimize your chances of serious illness — and vaccination remains one of the most powerful tools. Why Vaccination Still Matters “Patients often ask me, ‘Dr. Ren,…

In a world racing forward with new technologies, hyper-connectivity and constant change, there’s a curious counter-movement gathering strength: a revival of the past. What we might call nostalgia-driven aesthetics and lifestyle or the “retro revival” is more than just old styles resurfacing. It’s a cultural expression of longing, comfort, identity and reinterpretation. From fashion to home décor, from media to social rituals, the vintage, the analogue, the “look-and-feel” of another era are being repackaged and re-lived in modern contexts. What drives the retro revival? Several interlocking forces fuel this trend: How it shows up: Aesthetics, lifestyle, behaviour Fashion & personal…

When we talk about wellness, many of us immediately picture a gym, weights, cardio machines, or fitness classes. While physical activity is a vital component of health, true holistic wellness goes far beyond the gym. It embraces mind, body, spirit, environment, and daily habits in an integrated way. In other words, to live well isn’t just to work out — it’s to cultivate a lifestyle that supports all dimensions of your wellbeing. What is holistic wellness? Holistic wellness refers to an approach that recognises the whole person: physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual health are interconnected. Western Connecticut State University+2healthmanagement.org+2It’s…

Pigmentation and uneven skin tone are among the most common concerns in skincare routines today. Whether caused by sun exposure, post-inflammatory marks, hormonal changes (like melasma), or simply ageing, dark spots and patches can affect confidence and skin clarity. The combined approach of brightening, spot-correction, and pigmentation management is about addressing existing hyperpigmentation, preventing new discolouration, and restoring a more even, radiant complexion. Understanding pigmentation & dark spots Pigmentation refers to the production and distribution of melanin, the pigment in our skin produced by melanocyte cells. When melanin is produced in excess or is unevenly distributed, hyperpigmentation appears—often as sun…

In an age where “one-size-fits-all” just doesn’t cut it, the world of skincare is undergoing a radical shift. The fusion of technology with beauty routines is opening the door to truly personalized skincare—tailored not only to your skin type and concerns, but to your lifestyle, environment, genetics and even real-time condition. What once was a luxury is now rapidly becoming an expectation: skincare that listens, adapts and evolves with you. Why personalization matters Every person’s skin is unique. Differences in genetics, microbiome, climate, lifestyle (diet, sleep, stress), and environment (UV exposure, pollution, humidity) mean that two people using the exact…

In recent years, the beauty industry has been undergoing a transformation. What once was primarily about aesthetics and performance is now expanding to include values like environmental impact, ethical sourcing, and clean formulations. The umbrella term of sustainable beauty captures this shift — it’s about products and routines that not only enhance our appearance, but also minimize harm to the planet and support positive social outcomes. Meanwhile, eco-friendly beauty and clean beauty play important, albeit slightly distinct, roles in this evolution. What these terms really mean Clean beauty emphasizes safe, non-toxic ingredients. It refers to formulations free from certain “nasties”…