Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is set to fall short of a single-party majority after a close-run snap election, exit polls suggest. The LDP is projected to win from 153 to 219 lower house seats, broadcaster NHK said. The Constitutional Democratic Party (CDP) is projected to win from 128 to 191 seats. A party…
BBC Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has said “working people” would not see higher taxes on their payslips following Wednesday’s Budget. During the election, Labour promised not to increase National Insurance, income tax or VAT on working people but ministers have since come under pressure to define exactly who that covers. Appearing on Sunday with Laura…
A month-long Vatican summit has ended with a call for women to have more leadership roles in the Catholic Church, but not a call for women to be ordained as priests, as some progressives had hoped at the start of the process. The synod was the end of a four-year consultation aimed at gauging the…
In a federal courtroom in New York, for the first time I’m face to face with Mike Jeffries – the multi-millionaire ex-fashion boss I’ve spent three years investigating for the BBC. He stares at me directly, lips pursed, and chin raised, as he sits before the judge. As a result of my reporting, he was…
Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto dominated the New York Yankees on his World Series debut as his Los Angeles Dodgers team closed out a 4-2 win to lead the best-of-seven series 2-0. The hosts also thrilled the raucous Dodger Stadium crowd with three home runs, and survived a last-gasp Yankees rally as the National League champions…
Georgia’s increasingly authoritarian ruling party has claimed victory after preliminary results gave it a clear lead in a pivotal election focused on the country’s future path in Europe. The Georgian Dream party of billionaire businessman Bidzina Ivanishvili is on 54%, based on more than 99% districts counted, the central election commission says. The initial results…
Men’s fashion has seen a revolutionary shift toward casual styles, with sportswear reigning as the de facto uniform. Yet, in this era of relaxed dress codes, one staple remains timeless: the suit. Once a non-negotiable in men’s wardrobes, the suit has evolved alongside trends, blending formal elegance with modern twists. Designers like Virgil Abloh have…
Every era has its defining hairstyle. From the slicked-back looks of the 1950s to the long, free-flowing locks of the 1970s, men’s hairstyles have mirrored cultural shifts over time. Among these iconic styles, the Eboy haircut, also known as the curtain hairstyle, has made multiple comebacks, captivating new generations each time. Most memorable in the…
Grunge Fashion: The Evolution of a Rebellious Look Grunge fashion isn’t just a passing trend—it’s a cultural statement that’s redefined style for decades. From the gritty Seattle garage scene of the ’80s to high-fashion runways and social media today, the grunge aesthetic embodies an unfiltered, unapologetic edge. Discover the history, elements, and ways to wear…