Fashion
Beyond trends: Gunda Hafner believes beautiful clothes should begin with the woman
Janie and Jack goes to the dogs for autumn
Taiwan’s decorative tiles find a new life in London
Ray Chu takes Taiwan to London Fashion Week
Technology
Edinburgh scientists are building the laboratories AI needs to transform biology
Edinburgh Genome Foundry secures ARIA funding to expand AI-driven biofoundry capabilities for medicines, food security and industrial manufacturing.
Britain’s influencer economy is becoming harder for brands to ignore
93% of UK brands plan to increase influencer marketing spend in the next year, up from 50% in 2024, as creators shift from experimental to mainstream.
The generation most sceptical of AI is willing to trust it with a diagnosis
Over-70s trust AI with medical diagnoses more than 16-29 year-olds, ONS data shows. 27% of older Britons would accept AI in healthcare despite deep scepticism elsewhere.
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Business
Britain’s influencer economy is becoming harder for brands to ignore
93% of UK brands plan to increase influencer marketing spend in the next year, up from 50% in 2024, as creators shift from experimental to mainstream.
Energy drinks are moving into Britain’s new fitness arena
CELSIUS partners with ATHX Games as hybrid fitness competitions expect 40,000 participants in 2026, signalling energy drinks' push into Britain's booming fitness economy.
ISS reshapes private sector business as it targets growth in UK and Ireland
ISS appoints Charlie McCarthy as Segment Director for Business & Industry and Ireland from September 1, splitting its former Office & Production unit into two divisions.
AI is changing banking. The skills that matter most are proving harder to automate
Banks analysed 1,500 credit job vacancies. 45% now blend AI tools with traditional skills like judgement and risk management, not replacing humans.
Simona Ray
Simona Ray returns to Times Square on 15 August with SEE YOU II, asking if we can see ourselves beneath the noise of constant visibility.
Hinton Visits
The Pawfect Stay at The Gore, Kensington
The Gore Hotel in Kensington offers dog beds, treats, and a dedicated canine menu alongside luxury suites next to Hyde Park for pet-friendly London stays.
HM Visits Harry’s Dolce Vita, Marylebone: A Beautiful Interruption to London Life
Discover Harry’s Dolce Vita in Marylebone, a refined escape from London's bustle. Experience Harry’s Dolce Vita's elegance and exceptional dining.
HM Visits Lisa Franklin London: Where Clinical Precision Meets Genuine Luxury in Knightsbridge
Discover Lisa Franklin London in Knightsbridge, where clinical precision meets luxury. Experience Lisa Franklin's bespoke treatments for radiant skin.
HM Visits: Temper Covent Garden A Fire Led Feast of Bold Flavour and Prime Cuts in the Heart of London
Discover the bold flavors and prime cuts at Temper Covent Garden. Experience a fire-led feast in the heart of London at Temper Covent Garden.
HM Visits Thai Square Covent Garden: A Refined Taste of Thailand in the Heart of London
Discover Thai Square in Covent Garden, where refined Thai classics meet London's vibrant heart. Experience Thai Square's inviting warmth and flavorful dishes.
Culture
Q&A with Ajay Chowdhury
Ajay Chowdhury returns to directing after a decade for Dog Mom, an offbeat comedy where human actors play philosophical dogs at Southwark Playhouse Borough.
New School Resource Uses Original Songs to Help Children Talk About Difficult Feelings
TroubleChutes uses original songs and guided discussion to help primary pupils talk about grief, bullying and anxiety. The resource launches UK-wide in September.
The Human League will headline Cornwall’s most eccentric festival in 2027
The Human League will headline The Great Estate's tenth year at Scorrier Estate, Cornwall, June 4-6, 2027. The festival combines synth pop with dinosaurs, drag and woodland discos.
Elissa Gerrand and WVFRM presents: Act of God
Jacob O'Connor's Act of God follows a working-class Mancunian sent to therapy-via-poetry. The 12-time World Kickboxing Champion's debut play runs at Riverside Studios 9–26 November.
Murder, Music and Mayhem: Inside The Pleasures of Fanny
The Pleasures of Fanny brings murder mystery musical to Brick Lane Music Hall this October. Based on a forgotten script, the immersive show features food and 1940s mayhem.
Lifestyle
The Chicken Worth Crossing Town For: Cocotte Richmond
Labour members put pensions top of the list for spending cuts
David James backs nationwide push to get unused football boots back on the pitch
Are British workers keeping their best ideas to themselves?
Josie Ryan
Josie Ryan paints wildlife portraits with conservation at their core, directing 30% of pangolin artwork proceeds to Namibian foundation efforts.
In Conversation With…
Long-form interviews with the founders, authors, doctors and creatives shaping the next decade.
Hinton Bar
East London Liquor Co. Blended Whiskey
Smooth and layered, this whisky blends hints of chocolate, cherry, and gentle smoke with a touch of honeyed sweetness. Rich and approachable, it’s a well-crafted London blend.
No.3 Gin
A classic London Dry at its best — crisp juniper leads the way, followed by bright orange and grapefruit peel, with a steady build of cardamom and coriander spice finishing in a dry, earthy whisper of angelica root. Elegant, bold and built for a proper martini.
LYRE'S Italian Spritz
Bright and bittersweet, this non-alcoholic aperitif opens with sunny orange sweetness that’s nicely balanced by the astringent bite of rhubarb. It finishes dry and refreshing.
MOTH Spicy Margarita
Fresh agave-led margarita with a clean tequila base and a gentle chilli kick. A reliable can for warm evenings.
Watches
Why Japan's greatest designs are becoming the world's most collectable
The £10 million watch launch that shows luxury brands are no longer selling products
George Russell, IWC and the Shift From Track Time to Space Time
