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Monica Mosseri and Adam Mosseri arrive at The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute benefit gala in New York celebrating the opening of the “Costume Art” exhibition, on May 4. Photo: AP Photo
Sex and relationships

Meet Monica Mosseri, Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri’s wife and Met Gala date

The ex-Facebook employee met her future husband during her time with the company, has 3 sons – and doesn’t have a public Instagram account.

Art

5 exhibitions across the globe celebrating women who shaped art and culture

Anne Hathaway

Meet Anne Hathaway’s The Devil Wears Prada 2 press tour stylist, Erin Walsh

OpenAI

Meet OpenAI’s Charles Porch – who attended the Met Gala

Porch was one of a number of tech titans – from Jeff Bezos to Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg and Google’s Sergey Brin – at the event this year.

Charles Porch, vice-president of global creative partnerships at OpenAI, attended the 2026 Met Gala with his husband, Robert Denning. Photos: @kallmeyerofficial/Instagram, Getty Images via AFP
Billie Eilish

Hard launch! Meet Billie Eilish’s actor-musician boyfriend, Nat Wolff

The ‘Birds of a Feather’ singer and the Paper Towns actor just hard-launched their relationship at the premiere of Billie’s new concert film.

Trending in China

Chinese ex-waiter turned influencer fined US$2.6 million for tax evasion

Former barber’s assistant evades hair-raising amount of duties; acknowledges ‘mistake’, accepts punishment.

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Fame and celebrity

Meet Law Roach, Zendaya’s stylist who just attended the 2026 Met Gala solo

The model, who has been a judge on shows like America’s Next Top Model and Project Runway, has courted controversy over working with Annie Leibovitz.

Stylist to the stars Law Roach is best known for collaborating with Zendaya. Photos: AP, @luxurylaw/Instagram
Beauty

Debunking myths about face oils – and how the right type can benefit you

Experts say these oils balance your skin and reduce inflammation – celebrities like Princess Kate, Jennifer Aniston and Gwyneth Paltrow agree.

Fashion

Met Gala 2026: an exclusive look at Nichapat Suphap’s Robert Wun gown

The Venture Management founder made her Met Gala debut in 2018 – and this year, she pulled out all the stops, she told Style in an exclusive interview.

Celebrity style

Met Gala 2026: What did the stars wear to fashion’s biggest night?

The theme this year was Fashion is Art, and stars did not disappoint – Kylie Jenner wore Schiaparelli, and Blackpink’s Rosé stunned in Saint Laurent.

Co-chairs Nicole Kidman, Lauren Sanchez Bezos and Anna Wintour at the 2026 Met Gala, the annual benefit for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, in New York. Photo: APA
Wellness

Why are we still judging how mothers feed their babies?

Between Hewitt’s essay on choosing formula and Willis breastfeeding her toddler, the ‘breast is best’ conversation remains loaded with judgment.

Pete Davidson’s girlfriend Elsie Hewitt, who gave birth in December, wrote candidly about choosing formula over breastfeeding in an essay for Elle. Photo: @elsie/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

Britney Spears admits reckless driving in DUI plea deal, avoiding jail

The 44-year-old singer was sentenced to 12 months’ probation following her arrest in March for driving under the influence.

Social media

Video | How Singapore police use memes to teach important lessons

A video published on April Fool’s Day drawing attention to online scams has gained over 8 million views.

Hollywood

Who is The Devil Wears Prada author Lauren Weisberger?

The sequel is here, also starring Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway – and now the real-life inspiration behind Andy Sachs’ nemesis has broken her silence.

Lauren Weisberger at Theatre Royal Plymouth for The Devil Wears Prada, the musical, in 2024. Photo: @laurenweisberger/Instagram
Formula One (F1)

Who is F1 driver Charles Leclerc’s younger brother, Arthur?

Arthur is a F1 development driver for his brother’s team, Ferrari; the 2 made history in 2024 as the first siblings to drive together as teammates.

Charles Leclerc and Arthur Leclerc for APM Monaco in 2025. Photo: @arthur_leclerc/Instagram
Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton unveils Mythica high jewellery collection in Marrakech

Stars including Ana de Armas, Léa Seydoux, Alicia Vikander and Shin Min-a were at the unveiling of the 110-piece line, arranged across 11 chapters.

Style Edit

Style Edit: Tumi packs a Mediterranean getaway into your next carry-on adventure

The brand’s new range lends sun‑washed colour and smart, travel‑ready designs to every journey, from city breaks to coastal jaunts.

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India

Meet Diya Joukani, the social media star seen with Rihanna at a Fenty event

The viral designer has over half a million followers on Instagram and filmed a ‘cool girl from India’-style video with Rihanna in Mumbai.

Diya Joukani was spotted alongside Rihanna at the singer’s Fenty Beauty Ki Haveli pop-up in Mumbai, India. Photos: @diyajoukani/Instagram
Beauty

Coloured lashes are back – and Dua Lipa is leading the multi-hued flutter

Mascara is going beyond black and brown to embrace shades from subtle burgundy to bold blue, with stars like Millie Bobby Brown leading the flutter.

Music

‘This is insane!’ Korean-American rapper Dumbfoundead on family, music and Beef

A writer on Beef season two, battle rapper Dumbfoundead has taken his underground rap mentality with him from the gutter to the stars.

Pets

3 fashionable dog influencers to follow

They’re more than adorable pets – animal influencers are rising social media stars, with stylish pooches like Kala, Luc and Niko setting trends.

Furry influencers like Kala the Italian Greyhound are growing in popularity. Photo: @tikatheiggy/Instagram
Fashion

Style according to … J.J. Martin, founder of Milan-based La DoubleJ

The high-vibration, maximalist designer on channelled wisdom, goddess energy, and building a colourful life with intention.

J.J. Martin founded LaDoubleJ, a fashion and lifestyle label known for its bold prints, colourful aesthetic and “good vibes”. Photo: Handout
Art

4 exhibitions to visit this summer in London, Kyoto and Venice

Explore work by Japanese designer Nigo, contemporary art from Asia-Pacific, and pieces inspired by post-Thatcher Britain and Olea Sancta, the sacred oils used in Catholic rituals.

Trending in China

Journey of Tibetan herder from tourism ambassador to romantic film actor

Fame of shepherd with winning smile brings tourism boom to his hometown; keeps feet on ground, aims for wider success.

Thailand

Thai influencer sells premium durians for dirt cheap to save national ‘pride’

Weaker Chinese demand and growing competition from Vietnam and Malaysia threaten one of Thailand’s most valuable agricultural exports.

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Thai Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun (left) presents a durian to influencer Pimradaporn Benjawattanapat. Photo: Facebook/MOCThailand
Fashion

Mark Gong – loved by Rihanna and Lisa – on designing for the modern woman

The Shanghai-based designer is inspired by female stars like Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter – and is all for women embracing their ‘nasty, messy’ desires.

Shanghai-based Mark Gong is dialed into pop culture and internet memes alike. Photo: Handout
Fame and celebrity

Meet Priscilla Delgado, who plays Angel in HBO Max’s Euphoria Season 3

The Puerto Rican actress originally auditioned for the role of Maddy, played by Alexa Demie, before landing the show with Sydney Sweeney and Jacob Elordi.

Trending in China

China actor gains renewed fame after fellow star’s warlord role mocked for flawless make-up

‘Handsome‘ actor faces wave of ‘pretty boy’ jibes after character in costume drama returns from battle looking fresh as a daisy.

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