Thursday news quiz: Stolen jewels, breakdancing fools and a car that’s breaking the rules Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. How will you fare? The Guardian - UK · Sep 3
Public given rare access as Thomas More painting goes under microscope Visitors to Nostell in West Yorkshire will get to see cutting-edge research into work considered the only faithful copy of Holbein masterpiece The Guardian - UK · Sep 3
Rachel Roddy’s summer minestrone with pesto – recipe A fresh, seasonal vegetable soup that can be made in advance and only improves in texture and flavour over time The Guardian - UK · Sep 3
Voices: I lost my grandmother and I’ve never known grief like it DEAR VIX: The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email [email protected] for advice on love, work, family and relationships The Independent UK · Sep 3
From smarter protein and fibre to fewer UPFs: Five easy diet changes for new season energy SEPTEMBER RESET: After a summer of disrupted routines, September is a chance to reset without detoxes or deprivation. Hannah Twiggs asks nutritionists which five changes really help with energy – from smarter protein and fibre to better carbs and fewer UPFs The Independent UK · Sep 3
‘I don’t chase the dollar. I never did’: the astonishing hidden life of Mr T He grew up in the ghetto, became a global superstar – then gave it all up. Why did he step away from the spotlight? The Guardian - UK · Sep 3
‘My work has always been serious’: Maurizio Cattelan on his $6m banana, his gold toilet – and bringing Hitler to Berlin He is famed for creating a golden loo that was stolen and a $6m banana that was eaten. But, says the sculptor ahead of a major new show in Germany, there’s more to his work than pranks and provocation The Guardian - UK · Sep 3
Amal Clooney Ditches Her Venice Color Palette for a Sculptural Black Tom Ford Gown Amal Clooney wore a custom black Tom Ford by Haider Ackermann gown to the Venice Film Festival opening, a departure from her usual colorful red carpet looks. Fashion Times · Sep 3
Jennifer Lopez Makes a Case for Fall Layering in a Blue Sweatshirt and Collared Shirt Jennifer Lopez layered a blue sweatshirt over a collared shirt with wide-leg jeans and a Bottega Veneta clutch for lunch in NYC's West Village — a simple formula for early fall. Fashion Times · Sep 3
Dance of death is a disco as world premiere looms Are you going to die? Then the latest show from Queensland dance company The Farm might be for you. AAP · Sep 3
I used to think I was an ambivalent mother, then my child started to stutter I snapped at my children. Resented daily pickup. But I was there when he needed me, and my perception of myself completely changed The Guardian - AU · Sep 2
Venice Film Festival opens with George Clooney, Murdoch film and geopolitics George Clooney used a Venice Film Festival appearance on Wednesday to weigh in on artificial intelligence, media ownership and US politics while receiving a lifetime achievement award. Clooney warned Hollywood must adapt to AI and criticised growing billionaire control of major media platforms. France 24 · Sep 2
Michael Owen says people who watch films are ‘weirdos’: ‘What are you doing with your life?’ Michael Owen has described people who watch films as "weirdos," saying he "can't watch” movies. The Independent UK · Sep 2
Coco Gauff's Winning New Balance Sneakers Give This Color Trend a 2026 US Open Close-Up They're available for $160. Marie Claire · Sep 2
Ballotpedia · Sep 2 Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #221 Welcome to Hall Pass, a newsletter written to keep you plugged into the conversations driving school board governance, the politics surrounding it, and education policy.
The Independent UK · Sep 2 Dick Van Dyke hangs upside down in impressive workout routine aged 100 Dick Van Dyke is still keeping up an active lifestyle at 100, showing off his workout routine in a new video.
Marie Claire · Sep 2 The 7 Best Clinique Products That Will Always Remain In My Beauty Routine From do-it-all skincare to long-lasting makeup.
Salon · Sep 2 "Death of the Pastor's Wife" casts doubt The Netflix docuseries examining Mica Miller's death could stand to look in the mirror
Marie Claire · Sep 2 Who Says Sweatshirts-and-Jeans Are Too Laid-Back? This Jennifer Lopez Layering Hack Gives The Look a Chic Makeover This simple addition can take the outfit from casual to office-ready.
Woman & Home · Sep 2 Amal Clooney's tonal dressing is the most elegant way to wear trending olive green this autumn In a head-to-toe green look, Amal Clooney proved this is autumn's chicest hue.
Fashion Times · Sep 2 Changbin x Autry: Inside the Stray Kids Star's First Codesigned Collection Stray Kids' Changbin codesigned a capsule collection with Autry, adding his "dwaekki" motif and signature pink to the brand's Medalist and Hyperway sneakers.
Fashion Times · Sep 2 Bette Midler Turns Her Love of Gardening Into a Fashion Collaboration With Flora Animalia Bette Midler has launched a limited-edition fashion collaboration with L.A. label Flora Animalia, translating her love of gardening into aprons, caftans and more.
Marie Claire · Sep 2 Why King Charles Is Unlikely to Attend King Harald of Norway’s Funeral—And Who Will Step In For Him Buckingham Palace hasn't confirmed who will be heading to Oslo next week.
Fashion Times · Sep 2 LVMH Completes Sale of Marc Jacobs in $925 Million Deal LVMH has completed the sale of Marc Jacobs to a joint venture between WHP Global and G-III Apparel Group in a transaction valued at approximately $925 million. Marc Jacobs will remain the brand's founder and creative director.