Posts by Amelia Frost
Retirement Planning Is a Public Health Issue and a Personal Responsibility
For years, retirement planning has been framed in aspirational terms. Save enough, and you can travel. Build a nest egg, and you will finally enjoy life after work. But this framing no longer captures the stakes. Retirement readiness in America is increasingly about basic well-being and even longevity itself. Research shows that adults with low…
Read MoreHow to Apply Curl Cream for Bouncy, Hydrated Hair
A great curl cream can make a world of difference in your curly hair routine—that is, if you know how to apply curl cream correctly. These styling products (intended for coily, curly, and wavy hair types) can help to enhance definition while combatting dryness and frizz. But if you’re noticing more buildup and heaviness than…
Read More7 Holiday Gifts That Are Even Better When They’re Vintage
The holiday season has a way of making us take stock of everything—our closets, our homes, our habits. So this year, when shopping for holiday gifts, why not do so with an eye to clearing out the forgotten, the ill-fitting, the things that don’t spark anything anymore, and making room for what feels more intentional.…
Read MoreSign and ADBC Strike Collaboration to Strengthen Blockchain Infrastructure in Abu Dhabi
The collaboration between Sign, a blockchain technology company building Sovereign Infrastructure for Global Nations (S.I.G.N.), and the Blockchain Centre Abu Dhabi (ADBC) is expected to further drive Abu Dhabi’s efforts to adopt blockchain and expand its digitalisation. With ADBC serving as a key nodal point in the global network of blockchain, cybersecurity, and decentralised transformation,…
Read MoreSpare Parts Are Quietly Reshaping the Luxury Automotive Economy
As luxury automakers increase their reliance on proprietary engineering, spare parts have become central to how owners preserve performance, protect asset value, and navigate an increasingly complex aftermarket. Luxury cars have long been perceived as symbols of engineering excellence, but maintaining them has changed dramatically. You are no longer simply booking routine service sessions or…
Read More‘We Saved the Kennedy Center,’ Trump Brags: His Handpicked Board Renames It Trump-Kennedy
Washington’s cultural landscape underwent a seismic shift on 18 December as the board of directors for the nation’s premier performing arts facility voted unanimously to rebrand. In a move that couples the legacy of the 35th president with the 47th, the White House announced the institution is now the ‘Trump-Kennedy Center.’ This decision marks the…
Read MoreWe Polled Sophisticated Older Women—These Are the Perfumes They Recommend
First launched a century ago, Guerlain describes Shalimar as the first “ambery perfume in history.” Its blend of bergamot, jasmine, vanilla, and incense wears warm and enveloping without tipping into powdery territory. That structure reflects a broader fragrance trend, which Matthieu Befve, head of fine fragrance for North America at Givaudan, describes as the rise…
Read MoreTrump’s $11B Arms Deal With Taiwan to Include Highly Coveted American Missile
The Trump administration announced a massive proposed arms sale to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion on Thursday. The deal includes the highly coveted High Mobility Rocket Systems, which would enhance the country’s ability to strike long-distance targets in the event of a contingency with China. U.S. officials framed the package as consistent with…
Read More23 Chic Silver Nails Ideas to Wear All Winter
What makes a great winter manicure? Cool tones, frosty finishes, trendy designs…essentially, everything you’ll find when searching for silver nails ideas. Silver is a longstanding cool-girl winter nail color. It feels festive enough for the holidays—and especially appropriate for New Year’s Eve—while standing out from the sea of red and green glitter. But since it…
Read MoreThis Is The Only Shampoo That Strengthened The Thin Hair Around My Crown
Now that I’m in my 30s, I’ve realized aging doesn’t just show up on your face—it shows up on your head too. So when my ponytail started looking thinner and more scalp began peeking through, I started researching the best shampoos for thinning hair. And with seasonal shedding in full swing (yes, studies suggest this…
Read MoreICE Data Shows Sharp Increase in Children Held After Trump Revived Family Detention
Thousands of children have been swept into immigration detention since President Donald Trump returned to office and revived the practice of holding families in custody, according to a new analysis by The Marshall Project of Immigration and Customs Enforcement data. The analysis found that at least 3,800 children under the age of 18, including 20…
Read MoreVia 13: A Contemporary Italian Lens Shapes How Restaurants Compete for Group and Corporate Dining in New York
New York’s group dining market has steadied after several years of volatility. Corporate teams have resumed a predictable schedule of quarterly gatherings, milestone events, and client dinners. Restaurants across the city now operate within a clearer demand cycle in the years post-COVID. The venues that perform best tend to be those that offer structure, reliability,…
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