The World Cup Halftime Show Had Star Power. But the Style Missed the Point.

Most performers for the halftime show, including BTS, Gustavo Dudamel and Madonna, dressed for the occasion but didn?t hit the mark.

?Blue MAGA? Has Entered the Chat

It?s a term that can mean whatever the people using it want it to mean. But it?s not a compliment.

Saxophones Getting Louder? The Meaning Behind the TikTok Trend

A pervasive tune on TikTok is used to underscore uh-oh moments. It comes from the 1991 film ?Boyz N the Hood.?

It?s Not Just for Rihanna. Bare That Pregnant Belly.

Maternity wear is up for interpretation, and more pregnant women are baring their bellies.

Superagent? Obviously. Secret Weapon in 2028? Maybe.

Ari Emanuel?s empire has grown beyond Hollywood to include the U.F.C., WWE and some key figures in the manosphere. That could work out well for his brother Rahm Emanuel.

The Only Thing Riskier Than Telling an Abortion Joke

For the comedian Alison Leiby, talking about her choice to be child-free is more polarizing to audiences than anything else.

What Makes These Flats the Birkins of the Feet?

Chanel flats in flashy colors and funky materials have become the shoe du jour of many creative, successful women.

?Welcome to West Village?? The ?the? Is Not Optional, Say Some New Yorkers.

Some newcomers in the city say they are meeting in Bronx, or living in East Village.

How a Teacher Revived Backyard Baseball

Backyard Baseball, a favorite game for 1990s kids, had been off the market for years. But Lindsay Barnett was determined.

New Yorkers Say Farewell to the REI SoHo

Customers gathered to mourn as the outdoor equipment retailer shuttered its location in the famed Puck building in SoHo, where it had been for 15 years.

For ?Love Island USA? Fans, Season 8 Discussions Led to Vastly Different Takeaways

Season 8 brought more men into the chat, and revealed that while we were all watching the same reality TV show, our takeaways couldn?t have been more different.

QR Codes Make Their Way Down Wedding Aisles

The technology, often associated with pandemic-era menus, is being used by more couples for ease, cost, expedience and sustainability.

The Loafer That Thinks It?s a Scrunchie

The ?shoe trend of the era.? Plus: a new designer at Kate Spade, a ?Guac? hoodie and the Polo Bar?s possible move.

Car Condos Give Your Vehicle Luxury Housing

No longer satisfied by regular parking garages, some drivers are upgrading their luxury vehicles? homes.

Andy Burnham Dresses Casually. It?s Smart.

The United Kingdom has a new prime minister, Andy Burnham. Our chief fashion critic, Vanessa Friedman, revisits the fashion choices he?s made during his ascent and how his current wardrobe is signifying a new era.

I Hadn?t Planned on a Love Triangle

Bring on the ticks, bears and ice storms, but don?t make me choose between two men.

Before They Opened a Cafe, Their Partnership Was Already Baked in.

Micaéla Verrelien found in Christopher Sidwell the partner she longed for. Together they built Sweet Fire Café & Studio and a life in Brooklyn.

It Took Him Three Years (and Their Wedding) to Respond to Her Email

Katitia Marietta was so captivated by Michael Wade Smith?s speech that she peppered him with questions afterward. Months later, he invited her to a party at his home.

Their ?Neurospiciness? Integrated Well

?I know there will never be a dull moment,? said Daniel Rubin of Marjorie Kase. ?My brain will always be entertained by her.?

She Was Warned About Rock ?n? Roll Marriages. She Didn?t Listen.

One could say Raquel Figlo and Brian Bell, two lifelong rock fans, sealed their relationship with a Kiss ? the iconic rock band, that is.

It Was Love at First Saxophone Note

Aubrey Dela Cruz and Rylan Nordbeck met at a backyard concert. Sparks flew when she heard him play a solo to a Taylor Swift song.

Rita Ora Always Has This Crystal With Her

She?s currently performing live, recording in the studio and starring in the newest installment of ?The Descendants,? but the necklace never leaves her.

Olivia Joan Galli?s Legacy Is Hair. On TikTok, She?s Found a New Way to Go Natural.

Her grandparents were power players in Black hair care. Online, Olivia Galli has found her own way to go natural.

Debate Over Ancient Iranian Jewelry Worn by Zendaya to ?Odyssey? Event

The actress wore earrings to an event for ?The Odyssey? that a London gallery has said were made from an ancient artifact.

Bobbi Queen, Fashion Arbiter Who Nurtured Stars, Dies at 84

As an influential editor at Women?s Wear Daily, she championed generations of designers, including Donna Karan and Vera Wang.

Tiny Love Stories: ?A Full, Hiccuping Meltdown?

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

Shooting Ranges Go Quiet Luxury

Sleek interiors, plush lounges and four-figure membership fees ? some of today?s ranges are more aptly called ?guntry clubs.?

MrBeast Marries Thea Booysen in Private Island Wedding

The YouTube star married Thea Booysen, who is also a content creator, on a private island owned by Richard Branson.

Should Queer Parents Have Zingers Ready for Boneheaded Questions?

Two moms who are tired of intrusive comments about sperm donation and ?mom names? want quippy comebacks they can roll out as needed. Is there a better way?

Improv Classes Are Helping N.H.L. and M.L.B. Teams to Train Their Rookies

Second City, the Chicago comedy institution, is working with sports teams to help media-train their rookies.

Meet Jimothy, the Seattle Raccoon Who Is Taking Over the Internet

The stout raccoon, which has a spinal condition, is ?an example to all of us that you don?t have to be perfect to be loved,? a Seattle City Council member said.

The Next Big Thing in Men?s Pants? It?s Stolen From the Ladies.

Plus: Japan?s leg-hair debate and some final World Cup fashion thoughts.

Street Style Look of the Week: Ex-Roommates Still on the Same Fashion Wavelength

It?s been a while since Angelina Ellis and Aiden Smith roomed together at Butler University, but the sartorial synchronicity still flares up on occasion.

Armored Cars, Now on the American Road

Drivers are paying for amenities once reserved for banks, law enforcement and the military.

There?s Nothing Casual About Andy Burnham?s Casual Style

Though it is smart. The new British prime minister is ushering in a new era of Westminster dressing.

Want to Bet on My Wedding?

As prediction markets and prop betting gain popularity, more couples are integrating them into their celebrations.

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