New York fashion turns into global entertainment
Once the preserve of the rich and famous, New York high fashion is now more than ever entertainment for the world at large, with catwalk shows increasingly accessible and clothes instantly available.
Tintin braves new adventure at real-life opera
Over the years Tintin has battled spies, climbed the Himalayas and travelled to the Moon but the intrepid Belgian boy reporter now faces what could be his biggest adventure yet -- an opera.
The Weeknd pulls rare US chart hat-trick
Canadian singer The Weeknd proved himself to be a fast-rising star as he pulled off the rare feat of topping three premier US charts.
17 September 2015 14:26
Serena serves up NY fashion after shock Open defeat
Serena Williams put a brave face on her shock US Open defeat, unveiling her latest fashion collection in New York with Anna Wintour and rumored boyfriend Drake in the front row.
16 September 2015 18:10
Kim Kardashian, sisters launch individualized apps
Four members of the Kardashian clan, including Kim herself, have launched personalized apps designed to provide the latest window into their much-followed lives
Givenchy is star of New York fashion day two
French giant Givenchy will be the main attraction at New York fashion week, with its bolt across the Atlantic after decades in Paris one of the most hotly anticipated events of the season.
12 September 2015 13:12
Jason Wu wants to woo Cate Blanchett
Jason Wu is one of the most celebrated designers of his generation who dresses some of America's most influential women, but he says there's one elusive Australian lady he wants to woo.
12 September 2015 12:06
Whisky, clubs, music: Karachi's nightlife behind closed doors
Karachi, Pakistan's biggest and most diverse city, was once home to a famous nightclub scene where alcohol flowed freely and luminaries from the world of jazz played to packed crowds eager for a taste of Western culture.
11 September 2015 14:39
Marvel adds Native American, Korean superheroes
The comic book giant Marvel has added a Native American and a Korean-American teenager to its list of superheroes, pushing forth with its bid to diversify and smash racial boundaries.
Contract that launched The Beatles up for sale
The contract that launched the career of The Beatles will be sold in London later this month and is expected to fetch up to £500,000 (681,000 euros, $760,000).
Kazakhstan marks 550 years of 'statehood' despite economic pain
Kazakhstan is rolling out colourful pageantry to celebrate 550 years of statehood, defying an economic downturn that has battered a country.
Kazakhstani designer Kamila Kurbani releases tenge sweatshirts
Kazakhstani designer Kamila Kurbani has released a new collection of sweatshirts with tenge prints.
