Lifestyle

Nationwide strike on 30 October: Schools closed, trains halted — your essential survival checklist to avoid chaos

Friday 30 October is shaping up to be a major day of disruption. A national general strike has been called, bringing together students, truckers, farmers and other groups protesting the rising cost of living, wage stagnation and public policy choices. If you live in Italy or plan to travel there that week, preparation is key: …

Fashion

Ditch the Heels: 5 Flat Shoes That Will Instantly Upgrade Your Work Wardrobe This Autumn

This autumn, the office shoe edit has had a major glow‑up. Gone are the days when heels were the only option for looking office‑ready: the AW26/27 season is all about flats that deliver comfort without sacrificing style. From suede ballet flats to retro‑inspired loafers and jazz‑style derbies, the new silhouettes are designed to carry you …

Inspiration

This powerful new documentary uses Leonardo, Renoir and Klee to expose the hidden reality of scleroderma — the film that will change how you see chronic illness

“A Soul in Struggle” is a bold, tender project that uses the language of art to open a new conversation about scleroderma — a rare, chronic autoimmune disease that can profoundly affect daily life. Presented by the World Scleroderma Foundation and directed by Jimmy Cutrino, the documentary interweaves the lives and works of Leonardo da …

Lifestyle

Hilary Swank, 52, announces surprise third pregnancy with stunning glow‑stick video — how she did it and why it matters

Hilary Swank has surprised fans worldwide with a deeply emotional and cleverly staged pregnancy announcement: at 52, the Oscar‑winning actress is expecting her third child this December. The news arrives three years after the birth of her twins, Aya and Ohm, and has reignited conversations about later‑life motherhood, fertility choices and the ways public figures …

Fashion

Fashion shockwaves: Calvin Klein and McQueen lose their creative chiefs — who will take over and what it means for your wardrobe?

The fashion world is abuzz today: two major creative exits have just been confirmed, and the ripples will be felt across runways, retail floors and industry boardrooms. Veronica Leoni is leaving Calvin Klein Collection after just over two years at the helm, and Seán McGirr is stepping down from Alexander McQueen after a three‑year run. …

Inspiration

Minerva — The School: Netflix’s New Military Teen Drama Is Gripping, Controversial and Totally Bingeworthy

Netflix’s latest Italian teen drama Minerva – La scuola transports viewers to a fictional military high school in Naples, and it’s already climbing the platform’s charts. At first glance, the set‑up might sound familiar — strict rules, boarding‑school tensions, and teenage rites of passage — but Minerva adds distinct flavour by framing adolescent turmoil within …

Inspiration

Why Dr. Strangelove’s Restored Return Is a Must‑See — Kubrick’s Dark Satire Feels Chillingly Modern (Don’t Miss Oct 12–14)

Stanley Kubrick’s Dr. Strangelove, or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb, returns to cinemas this October in a newly restored print — and the timing feels eerily right. As Daisy from Princess‑Daisy.co.uk, I’ve always admired films that combine razor‑sharp intelligence with bold aesthetics; Kubrick’s 1964 black comedy is precisely that: a …

Fashion

Turn 70 in Style: 5 Ceremony Outfits That Make You Look Effortlessly Elegant (You’ll Love No.3)

Turning 70 doesn’t mean stepping aside from style — far from it. For many women, milestone occasions like weddings, christenings and formal receptions are moments to celebrate a lifetime of elegance rather than trying to “look younger.” As Daisy from Princess‑Daisy.co.uk, I’m excited to share five refined ceremony outfit ideas that honour mature beauty, prioritise …