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Primark's burgundy built-in scarf jacket is the on-trend layer for winter that looks so expensive
If you're anything like us, you like to be organised in every aspect of life. That includes our wardrobes. As we edge into October, and chocolate browns replace chilli reds, and jeans replace shorts, we're also on the hunt for cosy autumnal…
6 best hair colours that are on-trend for autumn 2026 - from Bambi bronde to soft copper
Autumn has officially arrived and, honestly, we couldn't be happier. Yes, summer was lovely and warm. But do you know what's lovelier? And warmer, for that matter? The creamy tomato soup we'll be tucking into at lunch (sourdough bread to dip…
Experimental RPG developer Summer Eternal: 'We're giving away 5% of our studio to you, the Players' in order to 'mend the trust broken in this industry a thousand times over'
'As opposed to shareholding structures we're all used to, the Summer Eternal governance model is slightly different, and based on the FairShares idea that the structure of the studio should reflect all the stakeholders of the studio. This includes…
College graduate has applied for 500 jobs: a recruiter says this could help him get hired
HOUSTON – Five hundred job applications. Rejection after rejection. And still no first job in the career he wants. That's been the reality for Dorian Alcantar, who graduated with a degree in journalism and mass communication in May 2025 and…
Dakota Johnson's elegant 'pumpkin pie' nails are perfect for autumn - here's how to recreate them
While we don't traditionally celebrate Thanksgiving here in the UK, we know a good pumpkin pie when we see one. And the pumpkin pie that's caught our eye? The one on Dakota Johnson 's nails... kinda! Of course, Dakota isn't actually wearing a…
Elizabeth Holmes documentary trailer hits 4 million views in one day
Elizabeth Holmes is having another moment. The full trailer for the new documentary about the Theranos founder, called You Can See Everything, was released on Wednesday, and quickly climbed to the top of the YouTube Charts among trending movie…
BBC 'risks entering inescapable doom spiral' if it continues with cuts, says NUJ
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This Overlooked Infrastructure Problem Can Break a Growing Business. Here's How to Prevent It.
Growth increasingly depends on partner networks such as freelancers, creators, vendors and affiliates, not just a company's internal operations. Outdated payment systems are becoming a major scaling risk. Manual payments, compliance work and…
Blue Jackets' Adam Fantilli is latest young player to cash in thanks to rising cap
It's been a good summer to be a young NHL player in need of a new contract. Columbus Blue Jackets forward Adam Fantilli became the latest player to cash in on Thursday, finally signing a new contract to get him into camp before the start of the…
BBC 'risks entering inescapable doom spiral' if it continues with cuts, says NUJ
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Mango's chocolate brown ruched midi dress is flattering, fashionable, and on sale for under £20
Back in July and August, chilli reds and lawn greens were the shades of the summer. There wasn't a celebrity or high street store in sight that didn't rep these colour palettes at one time or another — whether it be a poplin dress or crew…
Taiwan Semiconductor Stock: AI Hiccups Lately, But Strong Growth Persists (NYSE:TSM)
Taiwan Semiconductor remains a buy as its valuation is attractive and the uptrend persists ahead of key September and Q3 results. TSM delivered strong Q2 results, with revenue up 36% YoY and gross margin at 67.7%, driven by high-performance…
Houston news outlet could disappear if deal isn't reached in time
Phaedra Cook has been writing about Houston's hospitality industry for more than a decade. Her publication, Houston Food Finder, is among the last remaining independent digital news outlets in town. On Wednesday, Cook made a seismic announcement:…
GE Vernova: AI Public Backlash Grows, But Data Center Growth Is On Track (NYSE:GEV)
GE Vernova Inc. remains a Buy, with attractive GARP characteristics and strong EPS growth despite recent underperformance since its July peak. Q2 saw robust revenue and order growth, margin expansion, and raised FY 2026 guidance, but profitability…
Stop training kids for a one-job career
“To career” means “to move at a fast, reckless, or uncontrolled speed, similar to the original meaning of a horse's gallop.” That's about right. It should be clear by now that for many (if not most) people, the idea of a…
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