Last Thursday, the Trump administration issued a pair of stunning executive orders against Chinese technology companies, banning US transactions with the companies after a deadline of September 20th. Most of the immediate focus has been on TikTok, which was targeted through its parent company ByteDance — but the second order could have a far more […]
Gwyneth Paltrow had some help from her mom, actress Blythe Danner, and daughter, Apple Martin, for her latest Goop product launch. On Sunday, the lifestyle brand released its debut G. Label Dress Collection and shared photos of the dresses modeled by the three ladies. “The debut G. Label Dress Collection—a seasonal edit of sweet spots […]
A report newly released by a pair of environmental advocacy groups reveals that toxic chemicals may be present in some of the containers and wrappers used by three major fast-food chains. Specifically, the findings uncovered PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. While the study found PFAS in food packaging, the chemicals are also found in […]
Burberry has partnered with China’s tech giant Tencent to launch a luxury concept store using social media interactions. The British retailer opened its first “social retail store” last week in Shenzhen, China’s technology hub, and the companies eventually want to roll the concept out across Burberry’s network in China. The Shenzhen social store is the […]
When deadlines begin piling up and your calendar is overbooked, who has time for healthy eating? And now with uncertainty about the coronavirus pandemic adding to our general anxiety levels, things can be magnified to the Nth power. But when it comes to combating stress levels, what you eat may actually help relieve your tension. […]
The vaccine trial that Vice President Mike Pence kicked off in Miami last week gives the United States the tiniest chance of being ready to vaccinate millions of Americans just before Election Day. It’s a possibility that fills many public health experts with dread. Among their concerns: Early evidence that any vaccine works would lead […]
Halo Infinite’s multiplayer mode will be free-to-play and support up to 120fps, Microsoft has announced. The news comes after a leak from Smyths Toys Superstores, which briefly posted details (Google Cache) about Halo Infinite multiplayer on a promotional page this week before quickly removing them once the internet discovered the references. “The legendary Halo series […]
Summertime was made for beaches, BBQs and bare feet. For homeowners, it represents the perfect time to tackle those summer home improvement projects while weather conditions are just right. With wind, snow, rain and ice out of the picture, which can take their toll on respective properties, the summer months are generally the ideal time to assess, […]
Apple is now the world’s most valuable publicly traded company, passing Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil company Saudi Aramco. According to CNBC, as of close of business Friday, Apple has a market valuation of $1.84 trillion, while Saudi Aramco’s is $1.76 trillion. Apple’s stock, which has been on a largely-steady climb since the end of March, […]
Vetements has teased a sneaker from its upcoming Spring/Summer 2021 collection. Titled “The Masterpiece,” the new design appears to build on the brand’s long-running Reebok collaboration with a silhouette similar to the Instapump Fury sneaker. Each sneaker is unique, having been customized by hand in the Vetements’ design laboratory with an all-over colorful paint aesthetic. […]