Whether it’s important, depressing or just entertaining, the telecoms industry is always one which attracts attention. Here are the stories we think are worth a second look at this week: China raises the Huawei stakes by charging two Canadians with spying Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor have been imprisoned for 18 months and have only
Last year, DJ Snake released our #8 album of the year, Carte Blanche. It wasn’t entirely complex or boundary pushing, but what it did it did really well. Since then, we’ve gotten a smattering of remixes to the singles and a deluxe edition of the album, but it’s been nearly a full year since our last original
Over the past decade, J. Cole’s less-is-more approach has made him one of the most successful figures in hip-hop. He’s self-produced a significant portion of his discography. His last three albums, you may have heard, went platinum without any guest appearances—the impetus for a joke so worn out that J. Cole told this very magazine
Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images By Maddison Glendinning Date June 18, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter E-commerce giant Farfetch has announced the launch of a new online sustainability calculator designed to help consumers gain a better understanding of the environmental impact of their purchases. The fashion footprint tool outlines the impact of specific materials used within a
Amid a rising number of coronavirus cases, gaming regulators in Nevada have issued new rules to help protect dealers. Starting immediately, players will be required to wear masks at gaming tables where there are no plexiglass partitions. The Nevada Gaming Control Board also issued new guidelines mandating casinos offer masks to all guests upon entry
Braveheart is a stone-cold Hollywood classic by virtually any definition. Directed by Mel Gibson and written by Randall Wallace, the blockbuster was released in 1995 and almost instantly cemented itself as a memorable piece of cinematic history. The epic tale of William Wallace and the liberation of Scotland from the English went on to win
Halestorm frontwoman Lzzy Hale is the embodiment of rock ‘n’ roll spirit, so it should come as no surprise that she is not keen on the use of backing tracks onstage. It disappoints her when she learns of her favorite bands who use the tactic, but respected their right to do so. If Halestorm elected
Damian Barr’s Literary Salon tempts the world’s best writers to read exclusively from their latest greatest works and share their own personal stories. Star guests include Jojo Moyes, John Waters, Yaa Gyasi, Mary Beard, Diana Athill and Louis de Bernières—all in front of a live audience at leading glamorous locations world-wide. Our London home is
For anyone who still thinks that racism “isn’t an issue” in Canada, politician Jagmeet Singh—and his latest encounter in the House of Commons—is here to prove you wrong. On June 17, the leader of the NDP party was removed from the House after refusing to apologize for calling Bloc Québécois Member of Parliament Alain Therrien
Hotel Bel Air Summer travelers looking for California sunshine and old school Hollywood glamour will enjoy the new Hotel Bel-Air experiences, now that the iconic luxury resort has reopened. The hidden sanctuary just a mile away from Beverly Hills, and beyond the gates of Bel-Air, offers low-key elegance since 1946. The Dorchester Collection CEO, Mr. Christopher Cowdray and the
The government on Friday refuted a viral message claiming that the Ministry of Electronics & IT (Meity) had put restrictions on several “Chinese applications” in India. The message has been doing rounds of the Internet, claiming that the National Informatics Centre (NIC) that comes under the Meity, has asked Apple and Google to restrict Chinese-origin
Play video content Exclusive REELZ Eric Garner‘s widow dissolved into tears after testifying in the mock murder trial of the cops who killed her husband … and the powerful moment is part of a new TV special. As you know, no one was put on trial for the death of Eric Garner, so REELZ network
Gadget giant Apple has caused a controversy by rejecting a premium email app unless it charges for subscriptions through the App Store, thus giving Apple a 30% piece of the action. The precise origins of this story are somewhat convoluted, so we direct you to Protocol and The Verge for comprehensive background. The long and
SAYMYNAME is back with two brand new tracks! Known as the “Godfather of Hard-Trap” to fans, the California native brings versatility and vitality with his latest Elevated EP. The first track on the EP is the trap anthem “Alright” featuring Yung Pinch. Combining Pinch’s nasally vocals with glitzy melodies, SAYMYNAME crafts a catchy hip-hop/EDM crossover
The Great Migration—the movement of millions of African Americans out of the South to regions of the United States where they might have more jobs, dignity, and physical safety; the grassroots revolt against Jim Crow—helped spread the holiday out of Texas and the surrounding states. In the early and mid-20th century, Black migrants from Texas,
Photography by Naomie Tremblay.Directed by Richmond Lam, the short piece celebrates nature and friendship. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date June 19, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Set in the idyllic forest where her Laurentian-area home is situated, designer Noemie Vaillancourt’s brand Noemiah posted a Richmond Lam-directed video this week to showcase her new pieces under the collection
American Airlines Boeing 737-800 aircraft Nicolas Economou | NurPhoto via Getty Images American Airlines is temporarily banning a customer who was kicked off a flight in New York this week for refusing to wear a face mask on board, a requirement on major U.S. airlines that aims to curb the spread of Covid-19. American said crew asked traveler
PlayStation teased the return of Peter Parker in Spider-Man 2 for the PS5. However, that will have to happen after the upcoming Spider-Man: Miles Morales game, which will be released this winter. Even though Marvel fans are anxiously awaiting the return of Peter Parker, they are equally excited about a game featuring Morales after the