Review boards tasked with expelling trans troops from the U.S. military aren’t performing as expected. The boards, composed of everyday uniformed service members, are voting to keep their trans colleagues. Related It’s a remarkable rebuke up the chain of command to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who has vilified trans service members as part of
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These days, hearing the words “the East Wing” is likely to conjure up the unsettling image of a dusty construction pit. Many Americans have registered dismay its destruction, whether or not they have detailed knowledge of its history. With her absorbing The East Wing: Power, Intrigue, and the Untold Story of America’s First Ladies, Azadeh
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Zalando is strengthening its leadership team to accelerate its strategy as the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle. Effective 15 October 2026, marketplace and logistics leader Tom Christenson joined the company as Senior Vice President for B2B, where Zalando is successfully building a unique e-commerce operating system for the fashion and lifestyle industry.
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Slayyyter is calling off the last shows of her ongoing UK and European tour on doctor’s orders. In an Instagram story viewed by Pitchfork, the pop singer wrote, “I am heartbroken to share after multiple doctor visits i have laryngitis and vocal cord tears,” adding, “Because of this, i am forced to cancel the remaining
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By Howard Bloom The State Department has issued a level two advisory to American tourists in France, including these disturbing words:  “Avoid demonstrations and areas of unrest.” What is the State Department talking about? Protests began in France five weeks ago, Thursday September 17, in Créteil, a suburb over seven miles southeast of Paris, with
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This article first appeared on Mother Jones. It has been republished with the publication’s permission. On Tuesday, an X account attributed to a Texas man named Zyron Lewis posted a video of Lewis claiming that in 2012, when he was a middle school student, he was sexually assaulted by James Talarico, the Democratic Senate candidate in Texas.
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Publishers Weekly has announced their 150 Best Books of 2026. In addition to their all-around Top 10, the publishing industry’s enduring magazine brought their editors together once more to determine the books that made the cut in 12 categories. Top 10 Best Books of 2026 Highlights The Disappearers by Marlon James Transcription by Ben Lerner
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Asexual people around the world face pathologization, discrimination, and violence, according to a new report from Outright International. The LGBTQ+ rights organization teamed with British asexual activist Yasmin Benoit and asexual advocates from Australia, Bangladesh, Botswana, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, and Vietnam to develop the report on global asexual human rights. Its goal,
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Kevin Crossley-Holland’s Red the River Rises is the suspenseful tale of star-crossed lovers Tor and Kata, who fall for one another during the 1066 Viking invasion of England.  When the 15-year-olds meet, 300 longships carrying 10,000 men led by Norwegian King Harald Hardrada are en route to invade the city of York and, Harald hopes,
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Tom Skerritt is being fondly remembered by his family and friends. The film and TV actor, known for his roles in hits like Top Gun and M*A*S*H, died Oct. 21 of natural causes, according to his family. He was 93. “We are heartbroken by his loss,” the family shared in a statement to People. “While
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The heritage style is defined by a knee-high silhouette, sleek leather uppers, and a (usually) flat heel. Typically seen in rich hues like chocolate brown, deep burgundy, distressed tan, and classic black, riding boots provide a quiet luxury feel that gives “IYKYK” energy, even if you’ve never ridden a horse yourself. A versatile style that
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These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Thursday. Kanye West Reportedly Eyes Runway Return Kanye West’s Yeezy is reportedly planning a runway show at the brand’s new Los Angeles “flagship,” according to a source with direct knowledge of the situation. Yeezy is currently in operation after West’s repeated antisemitic comments and its subsequent
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Raye has won the 2026 Mercury Prize for her second album This Music May Contain Hope. She clinched the award over competition including Sir Paul McCartney, Olivia Dean, Florence and the Machine, Jade, and Nia Archives. It’s Raye’s first time winning the prize: her 2023 album My 21st Century Blues also made the shortlist, but
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The Pursuit of Love The best sweets always have a pinch of salt, and this is why, I suspect, Nancy Mitford’s 1945 novel, The Pursuit of Love, has endured—despite being, at first glance, the literary equivalent of a bowl of whipped cream. British aristo Linda Radlett is on a madcap hunt for true love, but
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An experienced hiker who competes in distance running, swimming and triathlons, Zane Wach was nearly felled by altitude sickness while hiking with his dad Ryan Wach on California’s Mount Whitney in June 2025.  “He started to experience some hallucinations,” Ryan explained to to the SFGATE of the 14-year-old. “He knew he was hallucinating. He said
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Bravo is choosin’ Texas—and how can we tell? The network revealed a first look at its new reality series Small Town Trouble: Texas, which follows five Southern housewives making waves in the San Antonio suburb of Boerne (pronounced “Bur-nee”) on Oct. 22. As Hailey Head teased in the debut trailer, “It’s just the cute, sweet, quaint
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Italian luxury group Salvatore Ferragamo SpA has reported resilient direct-to-consumer (DTC) trading in the third quarter (Q3), supported by full-price sales at primary retail stores. Growth in North America and Europe partly offset softer demand in Asia as the company continued to refine its wholesale distribution. Consolidated revenue totalled €207 million (~$232.39 million, as per
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Interpol have been on tour throughout the fall, and they aren’t planning on stopping soon. The rock group have just announced a new North American leg, this time with Deafheaven joining them. Those new dates largely take place in Mexico and the southern U.S. in March, following their European run with Bloc Party. Find Interpol’s
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Members of a Washington state high school girls’ cross-country team are speaking out about what has become a national controversy surrounding their transgender teammate. Against the backdrop of a statewide anti-trans sports ban on the November ballot, the members of the Camas High School girls’ cross-country team have been thrust into the national spotlight thanks
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