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World-first' vaccine designed by Artificial Intelligence
James GallagherHealth and science correspondent Artificial intelligence has been used to develop a 'fundamentally new' type of vaccine that could protect against large swathes of viruses and prevent pandemics, say researchers. The team at the…
Mango's latest designer collaboration is made for summer dressing in the city
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New AI-designed vaccine 'could protect against whole families of viruses'
New vaccine technology created with the help of artificial intelligence could provide immunity against whole families of viruses and protect people from any future mutations in a single jab, according to scientists. The method could prevent…
Merlin Shares Rally After Defense Department's Design Review Wraps
Shares of Merlin surged after the company said the Defense Department's critical design review of its flagship government and defense program was successfully completed. The stock was up 22% at $8.79 after hours. Shares closed the trading day down…
EU Designs €30 Billion Carbon Market Tool to Avoid Permit Deluge
The European Union is seeking to cushion the impact of a new €30 billion ($35 billion) tool to drive the clean-energy transition by designing it in a way that avoids flooding the carbon market with permits and depressing prices. European…
Designer Shoe Warehouse Employees on What to Buy (and What to Skip)
The “designer” in Designer Shoe Warehouse is a little misleading (stores tend to stock Nikes and UGGs rather than Louboutins), but it's still a worthwhile shopping destination for anybody in need of prom shoes, gym sneakers, or even…
The Quirked Up, Intentionally Flawed Designs of Camiel Fortgens
For more than a decade, Amsterdam-based designer Camiel Fortgens has built “perfectly imperfect” garments that embrace irregularity, visible handwork, and controlled idiosyncrasy. This article originally appeared in Hypebeast Magazine…
Abercrombie & Fitch Unveils New Store Design in SoHo
Abercrombie & Fitch is about to make a major splash in SoHo. On Friday, the retailer will debut its first Heritage Meets Modern design concept that blends archival references with a modern aesthetic. The three-level, 10,000-square-foot store at 520…
Summer 2026's Short Nail Designs Are Juicy and Bright
Sure, long tips wrapped around an icy cocktail glass will always exude summer elegance—but don't count short nails out. They can carry trendy motifs and impactful adornments just as well as longer nails. In fact, Maryna Slynko, a nail artist…
India is an important link in the designer drugs trade: FTM
The researchers tracked down over 700 orders for raw materials to make drugs, ready-to-sell narcotics, and chemicals to cut drugs. They were brought into the country by 30 companies, some of which were individual webshops and some of which operated…
Three Editions In, Fragrance-meets-design Salon 'Olfactory Signals' Draws Fashion and Hospitality
MILAN — Olfactory Signals, a platform that redefines fragrance as a powerful artistic and design medium, is catching on. Since its debut on the scene in 2025 at 10 Corso Como, the pioneering sensory design platform has become distinguished…
Kendra Thompson Is Redefining Design, Dining, and Lifestyle
There are tastemakers, and then there are the rare few who architect an entire way of living. Kendra Thompson — founder of Create with Kendra and the fast-growing Redwood Social gathering series — belongs firmly in the latter…
How tobacco-style product design shaped a kids' lunchbox staple
Internal documents reveal how cigarette-era product engineering, consumer psychology, and “better-for-you” reformulation tactics helped shape one of America's most recognizable child-focused ultra-processed food brands. A recent study…
Trader Joe's tote bag release: Viral mini totes to return with new summer designs
Nation/World The $2.99 bags have sparked long lines, quick sellouts and a thriving resale market since first debuting in 2024. WASHINGTON — Trader Joe's is bringing back one of its most sought-after products this summer with a new look. The…
The Wallpaper* Design Directory 2026 is on sale now
As the Wallpaper* July 2026 issue – our annual Design Directory (above left) – hits newsstands, subscribers will have in their hands a copy bearing this month's limited-edition cover (above right). Pictured is furniture created…
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