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China is committed to deepening reforms to promote the integrated development of urban and rural areas, an essential requirement in China’s pursuit of modernization. Earlier this month, the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China adopted an important resolution to “further deepen reform to comprehensively advance China’s modernization,” clarifying the key tasks of rural reform and making systematic efforts to promote the integrated development of urban and rural areas. China is a large country with a population of over 1.4 billion, of which about 500 million live in rural areas. President Xi Jinping…
You may have noticed a colorful commonality in the shoe collections of some of the best-dressed people out there right now: step out in London or scroll through your feed and your eye will quickly be drawn to this vibrant sneaker trend, as wherever you look, fashionistas are pairing their best outfits with yellow sneakers.The easiest way to breathe new life into a staple piece, the yellow sneaker trend is quickly becoming one of the biggest footwear movements of 2024. Ensuring a comfortable walk and an eye-catching silhouette, the trend is gaining popularity, with celebrities and fashion insiders alike showing…
Now in its 15th year, the Urban Photo Awards is a global competition that celebrates the world around us and inspires us to look at the built environment and the people who live in it in new ways. As professional and amateur photographers compete for the top prize, which will be judged in October, we introduce some of the outstanding finalists who have been selected from a highly competitive field.Check out more highlights in the gallery here. “Where the Wind Blows” – Vitaly Medvedev (Russia)Urban Photo Awards Titled “Where the Wind Blows,” this mesmerizing photograph was taken by Russian photographer…
If there’s one thing I’ve learned about warm-weather dressing, it’s that less is more. Nothing is more unattractive than multiple layers on a sweltering day when your hair is sticking to your forehead and your cheeks are red. Instead, I’ve learned that it’s best to get away with just one piece of clothing, if possible. In my experience, a shift dress is the perfect piece for this purpose.This comfortable dress trend falls in an A-line style from the arms and hugs your body without clinging. Perfect for hot summer days, the simple silhouette makes getting ready in the morning easier…
When you think about health, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s a $20,000 home infrared sauna, a hot Pilates class, or a ritual matcha and turmeric latte. For the past few years, social media has convinced us that physical and mental health is wealth, but it often comes at a premium. In 2024, experts predict that the $1.8 trillion wellness industry shows no signs of slowing down, with supplements, skincare devices, and morning routines set to take up even more of our brain space in the near future. TikTok and TikTok Shop have propelled the wellness industry even further into…
Image credit: Getty ImagesImage captionZandra Rhodes says the inspiration for her debut fashion collection in 1969 came from a holiday in Tregaron.Article informationAuthor, Lucy Owen, BBC News38 minutes agoA Welsh holiday more than 50 years ago inspired a top fashion designer’s first collection.Zandra Rhodes, known worldwide for her ornate creations and vibrant textile prints, said that the landscape of Tregaron in Ceredigion was the inspiration for her 1969 collection, The Knitted Circle.Zandra, who has designed costumes for Elizabeth Taylor, Freddie Mercury and Princess Diana, visited the town with presenter Janet Street-Porter and her then-husband Tim.”I was inspired by the Welsh…
With the arrival of a new season, who doesn’t suddenly feel the need to change their hair color? While it may not be wise to ditch your entire wardrobe and revamp your look for spring and summer, it’s a good idea to start the season feeling great by giving your hair a new cut and color. Not to mention, now that it’s a little warmer and we’re spending more time outdoors, we all want to keep our hair looking great.To be honest, my hair needs a little extra care and my roots are starting to show. Instead of adding my…
A Welsh holiday more than 50 years ago inspired a top fashion designer’s first collection.Zandra Rhodes, known worldwide for her ornate creations and vibrant textile prints, said that the landscape of Tregaron in Ceredigion was the inspiration for her 1969 collection, The Knitted Circle.Zandra, who has designed costumes for Elizabeth Taylor, Freddie Mercury and Princess Diana, visited the town with presenter Janet Street-Porter and her then-husband Tim.”I was inspired by the Welsh landscape to design a knitted floral print which I then fashioned into an evening dress,” she told BBC Radio Wales’ Lucy Owen.”Tim Street Porter’s parents had a house…
MUMBAI: The third instalment in Urban Company and Talented’s ‘Dignity at Work’ series aims to challenge traditional perceptions of the workplace. Urban Company said that over the past year, it has been on a mission to bridge the respect gap between white-collar and blue-collar workers in India. The third instalment, after ‘Chhota Kaam’ and ‘Chhoti Soch’, speaks to this subtle yet insidious prejudice, brought to life through a conversation between a father and daughter. At this time every year, LinkedIn is awash with chatter about workplace leadership: good managers, bad managers, toxic managers, managers who give out little in the…
This year has been packed with nail trends, from butter nails and fruity nail art to the continuing popularity of neutral colors and polished chrome nails, but a new nail trend is on the way: glass nails.With Google searches for glass nails up 5,000%, it’s clear that the new chrome nail is replacing glazed nails. But what exactly are glass nails, and how are they different from chrome nails? Celebrity nail technician Karolina Zuk (who does the nails of Rosie Huntington-Whitley, among others) shares more about the new nail trend.What are glass nails?Like the glazed nails seen on the likes…