In the summer of 2025, Ella Yelich-O’Connor—the high priestess of cerebral pop known as Lorde—quietly dismantled the pedestal she had occupied for over a decade. Her fourth studio album, "Virgin," arrived not as a whisper, but as a clinical,...
Worthy Farm has once again transformed from a quiet dairy pasture into the sparkling epicenter of the cultural universe. Glastonbury 2025 will be remembered not just for its earth-shaking performances, but as the year the "Pop Girlies" officially took...
The rumors weren't just true; they were the prelude to the most anticipated musical event of the decade. As the calendar turns to early 2026, the global "Oasis Live '25" tour has moved from a fever dream to a...
In July 2025, Justin Bieber did more than just release his seventh studio album, "Swag"; he effectively opened his journals to the world. After a four-year hiatus from the LP format, Bieber returned with a 21-track project that captures...
For years, Bianca Censori has existed as a silent, high-definition enigma in the tabloid press—a "pure, mute spectacle of flesh" navigating the streets in translucent latex and architectural silhouettes. However, as 2026 begins, the Australian architect and designer has...
As the travel landscape of 2026 embraces the "Slow Travel" movement, a nostalgic revolution is taking hold on the world’s highways. Travelers are increasingly ditching modern SUVs for the mechanical soul of vintage wheels, seeking what National Geographic calls...
In the fertile, rolling hills of Lawrence County, Tennessee, a journey of just a few miles can feel like a leap across centuries. Here, the Amish community of Ethridge—one of the largest and oldest in the South—lives a life...
Amidst the sprawling concrete arteries of Los Angeles, there exists a pocket of profound stillness and vibrant resilience—a neighborhood that has served as the anchor of the Japanese American experience for over 140 years. Little Tokyo, one of only...
While the red-and-white carriages of the Glacier Express and the Bernina Express are the undeniable icons of Swiss tourism, the country’s rail network hides a secret tier of "quiet showstoppers" that locals have long kept to themselves. As we...
As the travel landscape of 2026 shifts toward "precision-focused" experiences that prioritize mental well-being and skill acquisition, National Geographic has unveiled a curated list of journeys guided by the world's leading minds. Gone are the days of passive sightseeing;...
