Posts by Amelia Frost
Polish President Critical Of Germany To Visit Berlin
Polish President Karol Nawrocki is due in Berlin for talks on Tuesday, with his past criticism of Germany looming over Warsaw’s diplomatic drive to bolster allied support after a Russian drone incursion. Poland is seeking greater military and political backing after its army, together with its NATO allies, scrambled jets to down Russian drones violating…
Read MoreLab-grown Diamonds Robbing Southern Africa Of Riches
Botswana and southern African peers that built much of their prosperity on diamonds are scrambling for alternatives as cheaper, lab-grown stones threaten their economies. Diamond-dependent Botswana is leading the way and launched a sovereign wealth fund this week to lay the “foundation for a more resilient, sustainable and diversified future beyond diamonds”. It is exploring…
Read MoreRomania, Poland, Scramble Aircraft As Drones Strike Ukraine
Romania became the latest NATO member state to report a drone incursion into its airspace Saturday, as Poland scrambled aircraft in response to fresh Russian drone strikes just over the border in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia was deliberately expanding its drone operations and that the West needed to respond with tougher…
Read MoreAshley Olsen’s Fall Jeans Are Even More Rare Than Her Public Outing With Mary-Kate
I can’t decide what’s more surprising: Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s joint appearance at New York Fashion Week or the fact that one of them was wearing jeans. Actually, I can. The 39-year-old twins literally run a business together—a luxury fashion brand, no less—so it’s fair to assume they spend a lot of time together, whether…
Read MoreYour Weekly Horoscope: September 14–September 20, 2025
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Your weekly horoscope is here. Comms planet Mercury rolls up its yoga mat, switching out Virgoan healthy options in its quest for a second opinion in the sign of collaborative Libra. Communication takes on a tone of charm and civility as this harmony-loving sign calls for peace through negotiation. Meanwhile, Venus, the pleasure principle, exits…
Read MoreU.S. Stock Market Nears Records Ahead of Fed Meeting; Nvidia, Meta, Tesla Eye Technical Breakouts
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange as U.S. stocks push toward record highs ahead of the Federal Reserve’s September meeting. NEW YORK — U.S. stock indices surged to new highs last week ahead of a key Federal Reserve meeting, with artificial intelligence-related shares among the leaders. Investors are watching closely…
Read MoreCan ‘Dark Showering’ Fix Bad Sleep Habits? Here’s What Happened When I Tried It
It’s 1:30 a.m. on a random Tuesday and I’m winding down, at long last. And when I say “winding down,” I mean finally putting my phone away (usually after an hour or two scrolling or replying to messages) in favor of picking up my new Romantasy book. My TV is still very much on, but…
Read MoreMargot Robbie Confirms Ultra-Flared Jeans Will Make a Comeback This Fall
Few jeans are as flattering as flared jeans, as Margot Robbie’s latest look confirms. The imminent arrival of autumn marks the desire to reconnect with an aesthetic that evokes warmth, freedom, and a touch of nostalgia: that of the 1970s. Temperatures drop, layers arrive, and almost without realizing it, we reach for loose silhouettes, textured…
Read MoreNepal Returns To Calm As First Woman PM Takes Charge
Nepal’s capital on Saturday took a step back towards normality after deadly anti-corruption protests, as daily life returned with a curfew eased and an interim prime minister sworn into office. Soldiers scaled back their presence on the streets, where they had been deployed in large numbers since Wednesday after violent demonstrations toppled the government and…
Read MoreKicillof, The Argentine Governor On A Mission To Stop Milei
An economist who champions the welfare state and nationalizations has emerged as libertarian, budget-slashing President Javier Milei’s political nemesis in Argentina. Buenos Aires governor Axel Kicillof’s centre-left Fuerza Patria coalition trounced Milei’s party in provincial elections last weekend that were seen as a test of Milei’s support in the run-up to October mid-terms. Fuerza Patria’s…
Read More21 Best Burgundy Nail Ideas to Try This Fall
The quickest way to cure your end-of-summer-blues is that first fall manicure, and we’ve got the burgundy nail ideas to inspire it. The moody shade can feel off-limits until September hits, but each year, we’re reminded why it’s worth the wait. This fall, celebs have wasted no time dipping into wine-colored nail looks. From Jennifer…
Read MoreKate Middleton’s 13-Second Bun Hack Should Be Taught in Schools
I’ll admit it: I’m jealous of Kate Middleton and everyone who’s mastered this bun hack. On September 11 the Princess of Wales visited the Marina Mill in the UK’s Kent County to tour the family-run silk weaving company and “celebrate the unique skill, creativity, and craftsmanship of British textile manufacturers,” per Kensington Palace. Though she…
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