Inspiration

“Urchin” Review: The London film that will shatter your assumptions about homelessness — Franck Dillane delivers a haunting performance

“Urchin”: a raw London story that refuses to pity — why this film matters Harris Dickinson’s directorial debut, “Urchin,” lands with the kind of quiet force that refuses to be confortable. At its heart is Mike, played by Franck Dillane, a young homeless man trying to stitch his life back together on London’s margins. He …

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 …

Fashion

Designer snow boots women’s: stylish winter footwear for warmth and comfort

Designer snow boots women’s: stylish winter footwear for warmth and comfort

Winter dressing is a little easier when your feet are warm, dry and comfortable. But practical footwear does not have to mean sacrificing style. The best designer snow boots for women combine weather-ready details with thoughtful design, so you can walk through frosty mornings, snowy weekends and chilly city streets without feeling as if your …

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: …