Inspiration

Vietnam revealed: 10 breathtaking spots you must see — from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi’s hidden gems (ultimate travel guide)

Vietnam: why this lotus‑land is the must‑visit destination for your next trip Vietnam has quietly become one of Asia’s most irresistible travel destinations. From the otherworldly karst towers of Ha Long Bay to the bustling streets of Hanoi and the fragrant waterways of the Mekong Delta, the country offers a heady mix of history, nature …

Fashion

The fleece jacket is taking over the blazer — 10 chic ways to wear the trend this winter (you’ll want them all)

Why the fleece jacket is the city’s new blazer — how to wear the trend this winter Fleece has long been synonymous with outdoor weekends and mountain trails. This season, however, it’s left the slopes and moved into the city. For autumn‑winter 2026/27, fleece jackets — from sherpa styles to sleek microfleece zips — are …

Health

Could museum visits actually make you younger? Inside Milan’s radical art‑and‑wellness experiment that slows biological ageing

Art as medicine? That’s the provocative line the MEET Digital Culture Center in Milan is testing with its new pilot, Global Immersive Wellness. Over five Thursday mornings, the centre transforms immersive digital works into structured wellbeing sessions that combine sensory art, neuroscience and mindful movement. As a lifestyle editor who champions practical wellbeing, I’m intrigued: …

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 …