Posts

Showing posts from January, 2017

8 Dandies and a Dog

Striking poses at last month’s men’s wear fashion shows in Florence, Milan and Paris. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kRFUaa

Western State of Mind

Our photographer captured three nights of rodeo at Madison Square Garden. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kNu2GJ

Boîte: The Drift, a New Dive Bar in Greenpoint With Campy Touches

The bar is the latest from the team behind the Commodore and El Cortez, bar-and-grills in Brooklyn known for cheap drinks and comfort food. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jShpcJ

The Breakdown: A Prada Resort Look, Deconstructed

T pares back runway looks to their most fundamental elements — which, in simpler forms, are surprisingly easy to wear. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kokMLx

Up Next: Ethan James Green, an Ex-Model Who Turns His Lens on the Underground

The 26-year-old former Calvin Klein model was inspired by David Armstrong, who photographed social outsiders. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jrLhkb

Tech Tip: Give Windows 10 a Restart Schedule

The latest version of Microsoft’s operating system lets you set “active hours” to keep restarts from happening while you work. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kMwlKm

Bits: Daily Report: The Revolution Will Be Unprofitably Tweeted

It is an extraordinary time for Twitter, which is at the center of political engagement, being used by both Trump and protesters. Yet the company still doesn’t turn a profit. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jru2iD

The Collector: $220 for a Vintage Prince T-Shirt? Um, Deal!

Does it matter if you saw the show? An obsessive’s guide to finding old concert shirts (Led Zeppelin, Joan Jett, The Clash, et. al.). from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jzilC1

Tech Tip: Find the Right Power Cord for Your MacBook

Apple has many adapters for charging the laptop’s battery, so be sure to get the one designed for your model. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jduAZy

List of Five: The Look of the Man Who Creates the Look of the Oscars

Derek McLane, who has designed the stage of the awards show for five years running, has a uniform that works on Broadway and in Hollywood. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jz9obN

Uber Partners With Daimler in a Step Toward a Driverless Future

The move marks the first time a major automaker will provide its own self-driving vehicles specifically to operate on the ride-hailing company’s network. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jRjJRk

The Roosevelts’ Wedding Announcement, Annotated

Dissecting a 1905 article in The New York Times about the wedding of Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt, who were fifth cousins, once removed. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kNN5nR

Tech Companies Fight Trump Immigration Order in Court

Amazon and Expedia have joined a lawsuit in federal court in Seattle, asking for key parts of the executive order to be declared unconstitutional. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2klbSyF

Party Coverage: Scene City: Opening Ceremony Swaps the Runway for the Ballet Stage

The fashion world turned out at the New York City Ballet on Saturday to see costumes designed by Humberto Leon for Justin Peck’s “The Times Are Racing.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kak828

Fashion Review: Dash of Punk Opens Men’s Fashion Week in New York

Three upstart brands make strong showings in the financial district. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jo3cIv

Party Coverage: Scene City: Claire Danes, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Solange Knowles at Opening Ceremony Ballet Performance

Opening Ceremony traded its customary runway show for a performance with Justin Peck and the New York City Ballet. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kaopm2

On the Verge: Roomy, Artful Women’s Clothes — From a Former Psychoanalyst

The Brooklyn-based designer Delfine Baldassarre’s new collection is aptly called “Meditación.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jnFnQR

Playing With the Power Suit

Experimental tailoring — checkered patterns, padded shoulders, missing sleeves — gives new shape to the workaday world. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jLG5pI

Skin Deep: Drew Barrymore Gets Dark Onscreen but Keeps Her Makeup Light

The actress dishes all, from getting her perfect ombré hair to an annual “barnacle removal.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jOd0Yq

Top 10 Moments From Couture Week

From Oscar nominees in the front row to Dior's big masquerade ball, the standout moments from the spring/summer 2017 shows — on and off the runway. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jniKHm

Styles Q. and A.: Joseph Abboud: ‘Trying to Get Boys to Dress Like Men’

A conversation with a major American designer, whose runway show kicks off the New York edition of men’s fashion week on Monday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kjK0uR

Masaya Nakamura, Whose Company Created Pac-Man, Dies at 91

Mr. Nakamura made a business of amusement, starting with wooden horses and culminating with the creation of a company that developed one of the most successful video games ever. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kM0Xej

New Year, New Designer Moves: Chloé Confirms Clare Waight Keller’s Exit

The British creative director will leave the fashion house after six years at the helm; her replacement has not been announced. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kGhSQ0

State of the Art: The Alt-Majority: How Social Networks Empowered Mass Protests Against Trump

We’re witnessing the stirrings of a national popular movement aimed at defeating the policies of the president. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kG4Kue

Tesla Gives the California Power Grid a Battery Boost

A whirlwind three-month project is helping the luxury carmaker transform itself into a multifaceted clean energy company. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kFQDFq

The Getaway: The Latest in Luggage: The Bold and the Beautiful

With reports of lost bags at record lows, maybe it’s time to splurge on something sumptuous. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jlS3Yl

Bits: Daily Report: Divide Grows Between Silicon Valley and Trump

Tech executives were remarkably quiet during the first week of the Trump administration. And then their employees made silence impossible. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kKNnHJ

Screen Actors Guild Awards Red Carpet Fashion

Held Sunday at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, the show presented yet another opportunity for actors to try out their finery before the Oscars. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kDpa7j

Couture Shows: Maison Margiela and Valentino

A photo diary of the spring/summer 2017 couture collections which were presented in Paris on Wednesday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k64U0j

Screen Actors Guild Awards Red Carpet Fashion

Held Sunday at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, the show presented yet another opportunity for actors to try out their finery before the big O. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jkffGq

Silicon Valley’s Ambivalence Toward Trump Turns to Anger

Tech companies, which have embraced globalization, reacted more forcefully to the president’s immigration order than counterparts in other industries. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jjDogp

Tech Tip: Shades of Gray in the Digital Darkroom

Adobe Photoshop comes with tools to convert your standard color pictures into rich-looking black-and-white photographs. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j8OC7z

Magdelaine Anthony, James Cushing

The bride and groom met in 2012. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jiazRI

Bits: Farhad’s and Mike’s Week in Tech: President Trump’s Unsecured Phone and His C.E.O. Confidant

Social media tries to tamp down fake news sites, the president isn’t giving up his unsecured phone and Elon Musk is trying to be a voice of reason. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kEgkFo

Circa Now: These Booths Are Made For Talking: Soothers Hit the Streets

Street preachers. Huggers without portfolio. If stores and restaurants can pop up, why can’t the helping professions? from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jp3km4

The Complete Guide to New York Fashion Week: Men’s

Raf Simons and Todd Snyder headline four days of men’s looks, but the energy will come from the rookies and upstarts. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kbHYwp

Red Carpet Watch: Michelle Williams Keeps It Sweet, Not Saccharine

The actress, who wears Louis Vuitton exclusively on the red carpet, always aims for “cool and fashionable.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kCEoN4

New Beginnings: Simon Spurr Returns to Fashion

The former darling of men’s wear unveils March NYC, a footwear line with leather boots handcrafted in Italy. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kvx96a

Red Carpet Watch: Michelle Williams

The “Manchester by the Sea” actress has a clear favorite when it comes to a designer. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kv5GS1

Being John Malkovich Means Designer and Super Bowl Pitchman

Avoiding runway shows, the actor is plugging a website hosting service that helps him sell his theatrical, untrendy men’s wear directly to the public. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kufnU5

Preoccupations: Instead of Leaving a Job, Why Not Take a Pause?

More companies should allow unpaid leaves so workers can take stock of their career path, a Google employee argues. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jy3x9L

Party Coverage: Scene City: Jazzy Winter Nights

Benefits were held last week for Columbia University Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian, Winter Antiques Show and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kCpFSg

Party Coverage: Scene City: Jazzy Winter Nights

Benefits were held last week for Columbia University Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian, the Winter Antiques Show and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kCaswv

Making It: Making a Haute Couture Look: Valentino

A closer look at the construction of an embroidered top and coat in the house’s spring/summer 2017 couture collection. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kCohyL

Styles Q. and A.: Cat Marnell, a Former Beauty Editor, on Her New Addiction Memoir

“How to Murder Your Life” describes a harrowing progression from Ritalin to alcohol, cocaine, heroin and PCP and a fascination with glossy magazines. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2katlJP

Bits: Daily Report: Elon Musk’s Unlikely Bond With Donald Trump

Mr. Musk might seem to be anathema to the president, yet he’s part of Mr. Trump’s meetings with business leaders. The reasons: jobs, vision and power. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kBnSZm

Google, in Post-Obama Era, Aggressively Woos Republicans

The tech company had many close links to the Obama administration. Now it’s scrambling to forge ties with President Trump and a Republican-dominated Congress. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jxmids

As Climate Change Accelerates, Floating Cities Look Like Less of a Pipe Dream

A costly plan to build floating islands shows how climate change is pushing the search for innovative solutions, but some critics ask who will ultimately benefit. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jmDsal

Generation X More Addicted to Social Media Than Millennials, Report Finds

Adults from the ages of 35 to 49 were found to spend an average of six hours and 58 minutes on social media per week, compared with six hours and 19 minutes for their younger counterparts. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jF4PO0

Gold and Gems: The Spring 2017 Jewelry Collections

As a counterpoint to the Paris couture shows, major jewelry houses offer their own new styles. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kbjRyr

Couture in the Shadow of the Women’s March

What does female empowerment look like in a discipline defined by fantasy and tradition? from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kaKvqZ

Encounters: Even the Teen Vogue Writer Who Took on Trump Gets Stage Fright

Lauren Duca was a little-known writer before last month. Her essay accusing the newly elected president of “gaslighting” changed all that. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kAieel

Modern Love: Confronting Race, Religion and Her Heart

After a painful breakup, a young black woman finds healing in honesty — both with her former boyfriend and herself. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ksF6cc

10 Unexpected Styling Tricks for Men

From layered hoodies to unbuttoned double-breasted blazers, the men’s fall/winter 2017 collections in London, Milan and Paris gave cues that are easy to replicate. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jfNdai

Toshiba, Desperate for Cash After Scandal, Will Sell Microchip Business

Stumbling after ill-fated investments in nuclear power projects, the Japanese company prepares to spin off its biggest contributor to profits. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kzADE6

App Smart: Journaling Apps That Inspire, Organize and Keep Out Snoops

Traditional diaries get an upgrade with apps that encourage writing, organize notes, use photographs and protect entries from nosy little brothers. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ktAYMg

Alphabet’s Profits Stay Predictably Good in a Volatile Industry

While other tech companies rise and fall with consumer tastes, Google’s parent has been consistent in generating huge earnings. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ja0g1M

Tech Tip: Facebook From Beyond the Grave

If you find yourself getting a friend request from someone who has died, report the incident to Facebook. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ktCYAo

Microsoft’s Profit Rises 4 Percent, as Cloud Business Booms

Microsoft reported a quarterly profit of $5.2 billion, or 66 cents a share, compared with $5.02 billion, or 62 cents a share, a year earlier. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kyTj6M

At Vetements, Men’s and Women’s Wear That Highlights Individuality

A photo diary of the fall/winter 2017 collection which was presented in Paris on Tuesday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j5FCQu

Street Style: Paris Couture

As the fashion season circles back eastward, a look at the street style seen during couture week in Paris. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kpMtkU

Street Style: Paris Couture

As the fashion season circles back eastward, a look at the street style seen during couture week in Paris. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k8VkKx

Chanel’s Glittering Haute Couture Show, in Pictures

A photo diary of the spring/summer 2017 couture collection that was presented in Paris on Tuesday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jq4CAE

Social Q’s: A Son in Rehab, a Dying Parent: How to Bring Them Together?

Also, advice on confronting a man-child whose mother packs his lunch, and how to respond to judge-y friends. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jCr9rp

‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Is Aiming for Broadway, as a Musical

Elton John and the playwright Paul Rudnick have signed on to write the adaptation of the 2006 movie and the novel from 2003 by Lauren Weisberger. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ju5C6C

Common Sense: Elon Musk Has Trump’s Ear, and Wall Street Takes Note

The political tide might seem unfavorable for electric cars and solar panels, but the new president may see them as part of a job-producing future. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jVK7tT

Doubts Arise as Investors Flock to Crowdfunded Start-Ups

Advocates of a new law that aims to make it easier for businesses to raise capital worry whether investors are getting the information they need. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jbkKm5

Trilobites: Better Weather Forecasts, and These Pretty Pictures, Too

NOAA released the first batch of images taken by its GOES-16 satellite, which it says is like going from black and white to HDTV. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kjYuYX

Vows: Nascar Driver Kurt Busch Finds His ‘Shooting Star’

A shared love of competition leads to love for the racer and the polo player Ashley Van Metre. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j7Oa9w

Bits: Daily Report: Google and Facebook Wield Buckets in Fake News Flood

Google and Facebook’s recent efforts show a new vigilance against fake news but also underline the difficulty of making dents in the problem. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jVEoVc

Street Style: Paris Men’s Fashion Week

Fashionable looks from outside of the men’s fashion shows in Paris. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j7mVam

Fashion Review: At Valentino, an Intimate Ending

The spring shows closed with Pierpaolo Piccioli’s invitation into the heart of couture and botanical overload. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jiXG51

Her Newsletter Helps Women Look, Eat and Love ‘Like a Parisian’

La Parisienne, a new offering from Fany Péchiodat’s My Little Paris enterprise, focuses less on self-improvement and more on pleasure without guilt. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jUS42N

Facebook’s Virtual Reality Business Gets a New Leader

Hugo Barra, a former executive at Google and the Chinese phone maker Xiaomi, will lead the company’s virtual reality efforts, which have faced several hurdles. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jzwtMb

Tech Tip: X Marks the Spot to Close All Browser Tabs

If you have dozens of webpages open in your tablet’s browser, there is a quick way to shut them with a couple of taps. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jaYOax

That Old Phone Trump Uses for Twitter Could Be an Opening to Security Threats

The president has taken his Twitter habit to the White House, but it’s unclear what security measures are in place on the device. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2klyht1

Couture Fashion Shows: Iris Van Herpen and Giambattista Valli

A photo diary of the fall/winter 2017 collections which were presented in Paris on Monday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jVQDCY

In Race Against Fake News, Google and Facebook Stroll to the Starting Line

Google and Facebook emphasized their efforts to combat the spread of false articles, but industry watchers say their measures have had little impact. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kloMKn

Modern Love: The Modern Love Podcast: Mykelti Williamson Reads ‘For the Boy Who Makes Waves’

On this week’s Modern Love Podcast, the “Fences” actor reads Joe Blair’s story of a father struggling to love and care for his autistic son. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k1w3Bw

Being John Malkovich Means Designer and Super Bowl Pitchman

Avoiding runway shows, the actor is plugging a website hosting service that helps him sell his theatrical, untrendy men’s wear directly to the public. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kufnU5

Couture Fashion Show: Christian Dior

A photo diary of the fall/winter 2017 collection which was presented in Paris on Monday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kpHAY0

Critic's Notebook: Wonderful Runway Shows From Two American Designers in Paris

Thom Browne and Rick Owens lead the charge. Solid shows from Hermès and Berluti leave our critic momentarily longing to be ultrarich. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jSJ12i

Op-Docs: Orbital Vanitas

This virtual reality experience presents a surreal sci-fi mystery and meditation on death. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2k1d0qL

Street Style: Paris Men’s Fashion Week

Striking looks from outside the men’s fashion shows in Paris. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k1gDNx

Who Could Turn the World on With Her Tam? Mary Tyler Moore, of Course

From a perky hat toss to jumpsuits fit for a fighter pilot, the character Mary Richards reflected the stylish trajectory of the working woman. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ku7v4V

A Lookback at “The Mary Tyler Moore” Look

Did any woman ever wear the chain over turtleneck better? from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jSKQvZ

The Man Who Dressed Melania Trump for the Ball

Hervé Pierre, who designed the first lady’s inaugural gown, is suddenly a name to reckon with. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jfRx9H

48 Hours With Dior’s Maria Grazia Chiuri

Behind the scenes with the new artistic director of Christian Dior as she prepares her debut couture collection. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2knW1jB

At Lanvin, a Lot More Than ‘Nothing’

The designer Lucas Ossendrijver set his own goal: pushing everyday clothes beyond the norm. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k4osSO

Fashion From Marlo Thomas: ‘That Girl’ Shifts to ‘That Woman’

The actress, also known for the Ms. Foundation and her marriage to Phil Donahue, has created 15 pieces to sell on the Home Shopping Network. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jSxj7T

At Ralph & Russo, Out With the Critics, in With the Clients

Few brands illustrate the broadening gulf in couture between the popular and the critically successful better than Ralph & Russo. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j5K8OM

Critic's Notebook: The Future of Male Beauty at the Men’s Wear Shows in Paris

Givenchy, Dior Homme and Dries Van Noten use the language of fashion to grapple with 21st-century anxieties. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jSoz1e

Bits: Daily Report: American Jobs and Chinese Robots

We build more than ever before, but automation plays a big role. Increasingly, it’s Chinese-made automation too. Maybe we shouldn’t worry. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j5vDdP

Tech Fix: Dumping a Bad App? Tips for a Painless Breakup

If a once-beloved app no longer brings you joy, it may be time to move on. Here’s how to know when to look for something better and how to take your data with you. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kjwmVS

On Technology: How Alexa Fits Into Amazon’s Prime Directive

The wildly popular home assistant offers a vision of an automated future — one that Amazon itself is poised to dominate. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jXwwEW

State of the Art: How to Make America’s Robots Great Again

Why a huge government investment in robots may be a great way to help American workers. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2khZLQp

Fashion Review: Oscar Dress Shopping at Armani Privé

Nicole Kidman and Isabelle Huppert provided the star wattage of the week, while John Galliano’s Maison Margiela gave new meaning to the concept of new look. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k3ilOW

At Armani Privé, Nicole Kidman Talks Oscars and Acting

“The strangest thing is that the older I get, the more excited I feel,” she said, after her nomination for best supporting actress for her role in “Lion.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jYNh2c

Tech Tip: Fighting iPhone Battery Life Blues

At least one iPhone model has some units with a defective power cell, but other factors like age and temperature can make the battery conk out. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jieegz

François-Henri Pinault, Kering Chief, on Why Green Is the New Black

The French luxury goods group has unveiled ambitious new sustainability targets for 2025,with a focus on carbon emissions and the production of raw materials. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2khBYzW

Peter Thiel, Trump Adviser, Has a Backup Country: New Zealand

The news that Mr. Thiel, a billionaire who advises President Trump, has New Zealand citizenship set off a furor in the island nation over questions of special treatment. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jdeSIV

Fashion Diary: Men’s Fashion Designers Grapple With the Rise of Trump

The presence of global politics was felt on the runways in Paris, even when designers purported to ignore it. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kpt8mW

A Trial and a Twitterstorm: On Live-Tweeting From a Federal Courthouse

Mike Isaac live-tweeted Mark Zuckerberg’s testimony at a federal court last week — until it almost got him booted from the courtroom. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j26D7y

Styles Q. and A.: Tiffany Trump Looked West for Her Inauguration Dress

Simin Taghdiri, the Southern California-based designer behind Ms. Trump’s baby pink and silver inaugural gown, has dressed Saudi princesses. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kflTLg

Boîte: Ladyfag Hosts a New Party in Brooklyn

The night-life ambassador is behind the Closet at Schimanski, a monthly dance party in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j1K7M5

Bits: Daily Report: Soul-Searching at Samsung (and Korea Inc.)

On its own, the debacle of Samsung’s exploding smartphones was bad. What it seems to say about the state of South Korean industry may be worse. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kpzjTU

Fashion Review: A Pagan Message of Renewal at Walter Van Beirendonck’s Show

The Belgian designer enlists a Tyrolean band to help drive away bad spirits. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jtCJoM

Swedish Police Investigate Report of Rape on Facebook Live

The Swedish authorities arrested three men on suspicion of rape and urged people with access to images showing the episode to make them available to the police. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jLfw2c

From Dior, a Mystical Masked Ball

After the house’s couture show, more than 800 guests gathered in the gardens of the Musée Rodin for a fairy-tale fantasy. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jmx8mE

Alibaba’s Profile Is Global, but Its Fate Is Tied to China

The Chinese e-commerce giant posts strong quarterly revenue, but its businesses abroad are only a minor contributor to its results. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jN1iOu

Fashion Review: During Couture, Mazes, Mirrors and Movie Magic at Chanel and Dior

Karl Lagerfeld built a mirrored salon in the Grand Palais, and Maria Grazia Chiuri constructed a magical mystery maze behind the Musée Rodin. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jUWJUd

Yahoo Delays Its Sale to Verizon Until the Second Quarter

The internet company reported positive numbers in its most recent quarterly report, but it is still dealing with the aftermath of two major data breaches. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iY7O7L

Men’s Fashion Shows: Comme des Garçons, Dior Homme, Thom Browne and More

A photo diary of the fall/winter 2017 collections that were presented in Paris on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kl9kx2

Retiring: Seniors Welcome New, Battery-Powered Friends

Cutting-edge innovations are set to upend some of the constants of growing old. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kcXfd6

Life as a Runway: What 11 Protesters Wore to the Women’s March on Washington

One protester used her body as a sign, donning a No! poncho; another wore an Assata Shakur T-shirt; and one woman channeled the "Brady Bunch," wearing her pantsuit one more time. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2kkFQmQ

Critical Shopper: Vivienne Westwood: Punk? Yes. Political? Maybe.

At Ms. Westwood’s new store in Manhattan, clothes that can speak to Johnny Rotten or Theresa May. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k9gq8o

Art Market Mines Gold on Instagram

The quirkily personal Instagram accounts of taste-making specialists have become the “soft power” of today’s traders. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jwBxSl

Ask The Times: ‘Where Does Cloud Storage Really Reside? And Is It Secure?’

A reader asks about the now-ubiquitous “cloud.” Quentin Hardy, The Times’s deputy technology editor, considers the question. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2k934sZ

Bits: Daily Report: Snapchat’s Rules for Reader Trust

Snapchat is known for its fun and ephemeral messaging service, but what its recent move shows is that it wants to rule the trust industry. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kkiKJb

United Airlines Flights Are Delayed by Computer Problem

The airline did not describe the source of the problem, which forced the grounding of domestic flights for two and a half hours, but said it was not the result of a hack. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jeOIbX

Tech Tip: How Your Phone Knows Where You Have Been

Most smartphones can store a visual history of your travels based on your GPS data, but you can turn it off. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j2cO9I

From Jingles to Pop Hits, A.I. Is Music to Some Ears

As A.I. applications become more sophisticated, the music that companies like Jukedeck produce has started wading into the commercial domain of actual musicians. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2k5waJG

The New Health Care: Blame Technology, Not Longer Life Spans, for Health Spending Increases

Every year you age, health care technology changes — usually for the better, but always at higher cost. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2kjjUsg

Foxconn Considering Building Plant in U.S.

The Taiwanese company, which makes iPhones for Apple, has plans for a $7 billion American investment. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jPT0b7

Xiaomi, Chinese Phone Maker, Losing Its Global Face as Hugo Barra Exits

Mr. Barra, a Google veteran who ran Xiaomi’s global division, said he was moving back to Silicon Valley. His departure comes as the company is struggling. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jPEQWS

Tidal, Jay Z’s Streaming Service, Sells a Stake to Sprint

Sprint bought a third of the service, which has struggled in a field dominated by streaming giants like Apple Music, Spotify and Pandora. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2k8rxi8

Fashion Review: Distorting Reality at Iris Van Herpen and Schiaparelli at Couture Fashion Week

Couture began just after the inauguration, and the opening collections were appropriately surreal. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k8D7JW

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Crisis Signals Problems at Korea Inc.

A countrywide, top-down corporate culture stifles South Korean innovation and may have contributed to the company’s problems, critics say. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jPSxFw

Tech Tip: The Wide World of Emoji

The expressions may be similar, but emoji characters look a bit different across various systems. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jsRKIp

Paris Fights the Effects of Crimes Against the Very Rich

As Couture Week begins, the French capital has been trying to allay visitors’ concerns about personal safety. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jPznPT

Snapchat Discover Takes a Hard Line on Misleading and Explicit Images

The social network has updated its guidelines for publishers, aiming to raise the bar on the quality of its news service — a move that may bode well for its planned I.P.O. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jRq56v

Samsung Blames Battery and Design Flaws for Galaxy Note 7 Fires

The company said it would form an outside advisory group and focus on quality assurance but offered little insight into the breakdowns that caused it to fail to identify the phone’s problems. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jGXTRk

Fashion in the Age of Trump

Vanessa Friedman, chief fashion critic for The New York Times, weighs in on the styles seen on Inauguration Day. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iOF3KB

Melania Trump’s ‘America First’ Inaugural Wardrobe

From her powder-blue dress at the swearing-in to her outfits at the balls, the first lady modeled the fashion of politics, and the politics of fashion. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iX6b5y

Bits: Mike’s and Sapna’s Week in Tech: There are Zombie Social Networks. Then There’s Facebook.

A review of important developments in the tech industry. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j7hv20

The Look: Copenhagen

Here are some street looks from Copenhagen. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jZzBBF

These Young Adult Novels Come With Back Stories: The Authors’ Own

Married parents, one transgender, have created a series, “Changers,” popular with teenagers who feel they were born in the wrong bodies. (Really, Mom!) from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iMLcHs

Catching Up With the Matriarch Behind Beyoncé and Solange

Tina Knowles Lawson remains the inspiration for the chart-topping daughters she raised while running a hair salon in Houston. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jAgBtB

Inaugural Balls: Awaiting the Trumps’ First Dance

President Trump and his wife, Melania, are making their debut as first couple at three official inaugural balls on Friday night. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jJwhgN

Apple Adds to Qualcomm’s Troubles, Filing Lawsuit Over Rebates

The chip maker’s technology is at heart of the smartphone revolution. But as the company’s influence grows, it is gaining unwanted antitrust attention. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iLuUys

Uber Hires Google’s Former Head of Search, Stoking a Rivalry

Amit Singhal, a 15-year Google veteran, said he was joining Uber, a coup for a company that has publicly stated its intention to chase Google in autonomous-vehicle research. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jIPZJq

Encounters: Caroline Fleming, a Lady of London, Keeps Calm and Cooks On

Ms. Fleming, a Danish baroness and co-star of Bravo’s “Ladies of London,” is working on her third cookbook and obsessing over how to help people find joy. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j3JwaV

Party Coverage: Scene City: Raising Scholars and Glasses

Dinners were held for the YMA Fashion Scholarship Fund, the NRF Foundation and the Players Club. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jIVLuR

Party Coverage: Scene City: Raising Glasses and Scholars

Dinners were held for the YMA Fashion Scholarship Fund, the NRF Foundation and the Players Club. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iL1nF8

150 Years of Inaugural First Lady Ball Gowns

A photo look at first lady fashion, dating back to Mary Todd Lincoln’s gown in 1861. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jItwMM

On the Men’s Runways, Conservative (but Subversive) Suits

Dries Van Noten, Rick Owens and Demna Gvasalia’s sophomore men’s collection for Balenciaga twisted traditional suiting in their own way. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iTUbBF

Men’s Fashion Shows: Rick Owens, Louis Vuitton and Dries Van Noten

A photo diary of the fall/winter 2017 collections that were presented in Paris on Thursday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iTsEk0

Red Carpet Watch: Viola Davis: ‘A Symbol of Hope in Dark Times’

The actress sends a message of strength this awards season with her bold, unfussy style. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jxWqg5

Red Carpet Watch: Viola Davis

The “Fences” actress usually does fittings in her trailer on the set of her television series, “How to Get Away With Murder.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jIkC1S

Melania Trump, Wearing Ralph Lauren, Channels a Predecessor: Jacqueline Kennedy

The incoming first lady’s choice for the inauguration sent a message about embracing both the establishment and the office. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iT7DFU

Still Processing: The Problem With Binge TV

We discuss two shows, “The OA” and “Search Party,” that are made to be gorged on. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iNkw4d

Bits: Daily Report: Tech Tips for Donald Trump’s Inauguration Day

How to keep up with the events on television, online and on mobile devices, and a security to-do list if you are there. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jx2B3I

Modern Love: Boy, What a Fabulous Baker

After a woman swipes right on a man with his own bakery, she falls for both him and his bread. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iIPQWO

Tesla’s Self-Driving System Cleared in Deadly Crash

The highway agency found that while Tesla’s Autopilot feature didn’t prevent a crash in Florida, the system performed as it was intended. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2k8GRyC

Start-Up New York Gets a New Name, and a Focus on Start-Ups

Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposed budget is now calling the embattled initiative, which created just 408 jobs in two years, the Excelsior Business Program. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iQ7a7o

Social Q’s: Lowly Housewarming Dinner Clashes With V.I.P. Affair. Who Wins?

A pal invites herself over, then wants to bolt early for a different party. And: questions on brotherhood, loyalty to a local cafe and newly rich friends. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iYcrxf

Fashion Preview: Looking Ahead to the Paris Men’s Wear Shows

Here comes Haider Ackermann, a designer given to romantic flights of fancy who makes his debut as the creative boss of the superluxe house Berluti. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jWziGO

What to Do Instead of Watching Trump’s Inauguration

Ellen Burstyn, Solange Knowles, artists, composers and others offer people who don’t want to think about politics different options for the weekend. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iXOPc2

Fashion Review: Maybe Louis Vuitton Should Have Stayed Enemies With Supreme

The French luxury house joins with a New York cult label. The results are decidedly mixed. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jcZbSI

Vows: Meaghan Wentland and Julian McKinley: At the Clerk’s Office, It’s Couple 716’s Turn

At the City Clerk’s office, dozens of love stories unfold each day. Here’s one of them. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jswCC3

On the Verge: A Swedish Men’s Wear Brand That Actually Isn’t Minimal

CMMN SWDN has a quirky, original spirit — but the designers “want every guy to feel like himself in the clothing.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iOpaiq

Men’s Fashion Show: Balenciaga

A photo diary of the fall/winter 2017 collection that was presented in Paris on Wednesday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jDpaWA

Japan Becomes a Rising Star for the Swiss Watch Industry

As brands continue to struggle with the downturn, the country’s strong sales are a bright spot. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iXxtfq

Bits: Daily Report: The Continued Creation and Dissemination of Fake News

The spread of it has been in the spotlight since Donald J. Trump won the election, prompting soul-searching in tech, media and political circles. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jCMxjs

From Headline to Photograph, a Fake News Masterpiece

Cameron Harris, a recent college graduate, pulled six million people into his bogus story about the discovery of fraudulent ballots for Hillary Clinton. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jnGvRa

Open Blog: Store Grand Opening — Wrangling Android Data Loading and Caching

Today we’re open-sourcing Store — a magical middle piece that aims to simplify fetching, parsing, storage, and retrieval of data in your Android application. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jDrqNK

On Men’s Runways, Something Unexpected: Women

Brands like Gucci and Prada have paved the way for other men’s wear brands that are incorporating women’s fashion into their fall shows. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iFyz0C

Looking for Sales, Watch Brands Extend Warranties

Some say lengthening guarantees shows potential buyers that they have confidence in their products. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iO9Xhj

Fashion Review: Who Needs Pants? A New Take on Office Wear From Balenciaga

With his second show for the luxury label, the mischievous designer Demna Gvasalia also offers a shout-out to Bernie Sanders. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iWKYfi

Party Coverage: Scene City: Matthew McConaughey and Bryce Dallas Howard Party for ‘Gold’

The rags-to-riches film had its world premiere in New York, with an aptly decadent party at the Plaza hotel. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jPQApZ

Party Coverage: Scene City: After-Party for ‘Gold’

The rags-to-riches film had its world premiere in New York City, with an aptly decadent party at the Plaza hotel. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iWMzS0

Greubel Forsey Watches: A Division of Labor

The two founders, who analyzed their skills as they began the brand in 1992, say the effort has helped their success. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jC1fXT

A Canadian Watch Collector Hunts for the Unusual

Dan Tanenbaum says independent brands like Urwerk and Jaquet Droz have spiced up his timepiece wardrobe. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jPI1eK

Big Ten Is Entering a New Realm: E-Sports

Most of the conference’s universities will field teams in the multiplayer online game League of Legends, and the Big Ten Network will broadcast select games. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iWqC5V

Unbuttoned: Détente and Defiance: Designers Sort Out Their Reactions to Trump

After a rocky postelection period, designers are beginning to come to terms with the president-elect in a variety of ways. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jAEnZa

From Van Cleef & Arpels, a Fairy Tableau

It took eight years to complete the automaton clock, which features jeweled details and specialty enameling. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iMu3bK

Netflix Profit Rises 56 Percent to $67 Million

Netflix added a record 7.05 million streaming members in the three months that ended Dec. 31, beating its forecast of 5.2 million new members for the quarter. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iDpwgC

In a Blow to Prosecutor, South Korean Court Blocks Arrest of Samsung Leader

A justice rejected a request to issue a warrant for Jay Y. Lee, but the de facto Samsung chief can still be indicted if a special prosecutor decides to pursue bribery allegations. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jaeUC3

Modern Love: The Modern Love Podcast: John Cho Reads ‘Men Don’t Care About Weddings? Groomzilla Is Hurt’

On this week’s Modern Love Podcast, the “Star Trek” actor reads Craig Bridger’s story of a pre-wedding perfectionist freakout — by the groom. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k559Jx

Scouting Report: Stand With Labels Owned by Women and Do Good

Celebrate the Chinese New Year with sweaters, bags, charms and more. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jMmFyV

State of the Unions: For Marilu Henner, a Marriage to Remember

Michael Brown, the husband of the actress with perfect recall, says there isn’t much point arguing with her. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2joKGfJ

Street Style: Milan Men’s Fashion Week

Some of our favorite street style moments from the men’s shows in Milan. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2k1fAd0

Fendi: Men’s Collection

The label’s men’s collection. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jyuifj

From the Met Ball to the Washington Mall

Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, the former director of special events for Vogue, helps plan an inauguration that is distressing many in the fashion world. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iKnyqb

New Beginnings: He Changed the Way We Wear Jewelry, and Left It Behind

Tom Binns, once celebrated for his magpie assemblages, has moved on. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iSrXKK

Leather’s New (and Unexpected) Shapes

This season, voluminous trousers, flouncy dresses and unstructured jackets become surprisingly punk. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jxypbp

App Smart: Have New Year’s Resolutions? These Apps Help You Achieve Them

Help meet your new goals with apps that can help you stick to your plan, even if that means not checking your phone quite so often. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jxtcAh

Bits: Daily Report: A New Form of Censorship in App Stores

As information on the internet has become centralized in a few companies, it has become much easier for countries to limit access to that data. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jo5Ryh

Tech Tip: iPhone, Take a Message

Newer iPhones can convert a voice mail recording into text so you don’t have to play it to get it. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jo0Cik

On the Runway: Can Reed Krakoff Rescue Tiffany?

Almost two years since his own brand closed, the designer has been named chief artistic officer of the jeweler, with more power over the brand than any previous creative figure. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jwrleZ

Fashioning Protest for the Women’s March on Washington

From hats to pins to hoodies, clothing is expected to speak as loudly as participants’ words this weekend. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iHupQZ

Is Your Digital Life Ready for Your Death?

How to decide what happens to your Facebook, Google, Twitter accounts and more when you die and the steps you must take. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iPmEvK

Hey, Mike Tyson. I Can Beat You Blindfolded

Speed-runners are rushing through classic video games, like Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out!!, without the benefit of sight, and to the delight of others. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jmWCyv

State of the Art: Clearing Out the App Stores: Government Censorship Made Easier

App stores backed by giant corporations have created choke points for the internet, which governments are now exploiting. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iAkvpe

Critic’s Notebook: At Milan Men’s Fashion Week, Prada and Versace Take It Down a Notch

The Italian fashion houses offer pragmatic designs for uncertain times. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j75nf3

New Destination for a New York Staycation: The Second Avenue Subway

With the opening of three stops, the Upper East Side has become a retreat for city residents. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jwuU4F

Fashion Preview: Looking Ahead to the Paris Men’s Wear Shows

Here comes Haider Ackermann, a designer given to romantic flights of fancy who makes his debut as the creative boss of the superluxe house Berluti. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jWziGO

Mark Zuckerberg, in Suit, Testifies in Oculus Intellectual Property Trial

Oculus, a virtual reality company acquired by Facebook, is accused of stealing elements of the technology that went into its headsets. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j62j2O

Tech Tip: Joining the Windows Testing Team

You don’t have to be a developer to get a sneak peek at unfinished versions of Windows, but make sure you have the hardware to spare. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jGjUPA

Bits: Daily Report: As Donald Trump Ascends, Tech Firms Stand to Get a Lift

Washington is expected to fill up with supporters and protesters for the inauguration, and companies big and small are set to do brisk business. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jGjBUQ

On the Runway: Versace Says No to Couture Shows

Is the haute model broken? The Italian brand says it’s time to try something new. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jFNFQr

Fashion Review: ‘Fight for Art’: Jeremy Scott of Moschino Responds to Donald Trump

While designing his latest men’s wear collection, Mr. Scott, an American designer in Milan, said he was “consumed” by the news. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iCRZyc

Marc Newson Floats His Third Atmos Clock

The industrial designer’s newest take on the Jaeger-LeCoultre timepiece combines Baccarat crystal and a transparent dial. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iCm7tD

A Watch Fan in Hong Kong

Sean Li combines his work as a watch magazine editor with his love for specialty timepieces. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2juNObZ

Some Watch Brands Go Shopping for Showcases

As the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie opens in Geneva, some high-end brands are re-examining their trade fair plans. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iClAYV

Fashion Review: Neil Barrett’s Gender-Blur Army

For his fashion show in Milan, the British designer presents a mash-up of ’80s references and age-old tailoring traditions. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2juKsFQ

Fashion Review: Longing for the Spirit of ’86 at the Emporio Armani Show

Velvet brocades. Snug eight-button jackets. High-water pleated pants. But something is missing. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iClz7j

Hans Berliner, Master Chess Player and Programmer, Dies at 87

The ex-computer science professor, a correspondence chess champion, won what has been called one of the greatest games ever. It lasted three years. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jYQTC0

Men’s Fashion Shows: Prada, Marni, Ferragamo and More

A photo diary of the fall/winter 2017 collections that were presented in Milan last weekend. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jRBIql

Fashion Review: A Marni Rave, a Ferragamo Reboot

New designers at two influential fashion houses make their Milan debuts. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2joLtQn

Fashion Review: For Zegna, a Debut Amid Weighty Monuments

Alessandro Sartori showed his first collection as the artistic director of the Italian luxury house in a hangar filled with art by Anselm Kiefer. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j188P2

Move to Arrest Samsung Leader Threatens a Carefully Crafted Narrative

Jay Y. Lee, vice president and heir apparent of the conglomerate, had been portrayed by the South Korean company as a transformative executive. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jQCFPv

Tech Tip: Making Twitter Lists With Android

You can sort Twitter accounts into themed lists on your phone, tablet or desktop. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j0zOUo

Critic's Notebook: Trump, Twitter and the Art of His Deal

President-elect Donald J. Trump has always been hooked on recognition. More than ever, tweeting has given him a fitting outlet. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2irkeVv

Samsung Heir Faces Arrest on Charges of Bribing South Korea’s President

Jay Y. Lee, the de facto head of Samsung, is accused of ordering large payments to the family of President Park Geun-hye’s confidante and two foundations. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iwq2bD

Vacheron Constantin Introduces Its Most Complicated Wristwatch

The Celestia Astronomical Grand Complication 3600, with 23 complications, took five years to develop. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jqOKya

Watchmaker’s Work Combines Tech and Tradition

Christophe Claret creates intricate mechanisms with a touch of whimsy. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jAU0ww

The Men's Shows: From South Korea, Clothes for the Man in Love With Himself

Have you heard about the shirt with three sleeves? Designers from Seoul push the men’s wear envelope. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jBn5ay

Critical Shopper: Where the Clothes Do Most of the Work

The crowds at the new Adidas and Nike superstores are not inclined to sweat. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2it41iC

Luxottica and Essilor Agree to Merge to Create Eyewear Giant

The $49 billion deal would combine Luxottica, the Italian maker of Ray-Ban, Oakley and other eyeglass brands, with Essilor, a French maker of lenses. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ixbA35

On Time: Breaking Into the Boys’ Club of Watches

Cara Barrett, the only female writer for the watch website Hodinkee, offers thoughts on why watch geeks tend to be men. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2il6JSs

Women’s March Gives Boost to Start-Up for Bus Sharing

Skedaddle, which has an app that lets an individual create or join a trip on a chartered bus, will transport about 11,000 people to the march. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iXfOBY

SpaceX Launches Rocket, Its First Since Explosion on Launchpad

The return to business for Elon Musk’s company was successful, despite being overshadowed by questions about the viability of his long-range plans. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jbEuro

China Orders Registration of App Stores

The order from the Cyberspace Administration of China is the clearest sign yet that Beijing is pushing to solidify control over mobile apps. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iTLiJ6

Vows: Jonathan Capehart and Nick Schmit: One Transition Speeds Another

At a Washington Post writer’s wedding, Eric H. Holder Jr., Valerie Jarrett and a shout-out to ... Donald J. Trump. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jrwJNA

Farhad’s and Mike’s Week in Tech: Thiel, Tech Companies and Trump

While Facebook ponders its place in the news industry, tech companies try to stay on the good side of the president-elect. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jip0V5

Critic's Notebook: How Clothes Defined Michelle Obama

No one understood the role of fashion, and the potential uses of its power, better than the first lady. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iSWN3n

Wait. Is that Hillary Clinton? Let’s Go Say Hi.

Hillary Clinton is popping up in restaurants and at social events around town, and being embraced by New Yorkers who seem to want to help her get over her election loss. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jPuDKQ

Critic's Notebook: The Last Jeweler on the Ponte Vecchio

Perched above Florence’s Arno River is a family-run business still practicing a city trade that dates back five centuries. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2inx5b3

50 Memorable Michelle Obama Looks: A Glance Back

No one understood the role of fashion, and the potential uses of its power, better than the first lady. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ivEDak

The Robot That Performed My Kidney Transplant Declined to Be Interviewed

How donating a vital organ to a fellow “news nerd” helped a Times data journalist overcome postelection Twitter fatigue and gain a better understanding of robot p.r. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jgtBqI

Gosha Rubchinskiy’s Russian Men’s Wear Show

The designer brought crowds to Kaliningrad for his fall/winter 2017 show — which included a collaboration with Adidas. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jsyk5Q

Sinosphere: China Says It Will Ban Abuse of Children at Internet Detox Camps

Electroshock therapy and beatings at the boot camps have prompted outrage. Experts welcome the ban but wonder whether it will be enforced evenly. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jeuVKO

Revalued: The ‘Impossible’ Veggie Burger: A Tech Industry Answer to the Big Mac

The Impossible Burger tries to replicate the taste and feel of a meat hamburger. It’s not quite there, an expert says, but it’s a serious attempt. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jfRmix

Bits: Daily Report: Research Says Automation Is Inevitable. In Time.

A new report from the McKinsey Global Institute looks at the global impact of automation and robotics. Its conclusions are not as gloomy as expected. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jsf2gX

Brother of Jared Kushner Is Thrust Into the Spotlight

Joshua Kushner, 31, managed to keep a low profile while building his venture capital business. That may be about to change. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jfPiXN

Tech Tip: Find and Use Emoji Symbols on Your Computer

Those expressive graphic characters aren’t just for mobile gadgets, and you can work them into documents on your Mac or PC. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jFfDLv

Party Coverage: Scene City: Fireworks and Film

Galas and ceremonies were held for the Metropolitan Opera, Cinema Eye Honors and UJA-Federation of New York. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iQbgNH

Party Coverage: Scene City: Fireworks and Film

Galas and ceremonies were held for the Metropolitan Opera, Cinema Eye Honors and UJA-Federation of New York. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jfKEt7

Open Blog: Store Grand Opening — Wrangling Android Data Loading and Caching

Today we’re open-sourcing Store — a magical middle piece that aims to simplify fetching, parsing, storage, and retrieval of data in your Android application. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ikTTIM

Movie Star Dane DeHaan: He Broods. He Pouts. He ... Golfs?

After years of supporting work and high-profile Prada campaigns, an actor known for his translucent eyes and angsty roles headlines two major films. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2imULb1

Why Do Our Recorded Voices Sound Weird to Us?

Many people are unpleasantly surprised when they hear their recorded voices: Do we really sound like that? from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j7NBcm

Streaming: Is Watching a Movie on a Phone Really So Bad?

New ways of watching movies have long made film folk antsy. And for many, watching on a phone remains a line in the sand. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jey25k

Modern Love: A Tattoo for the Living

After a young woman’s troubled boyfriend disappears, she scrambles to preserve scraps of his existence. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jeRaQi

Levi Felix, a Proponent of Disconnecting From Technology, Dies at 32

Mr. Felix championed the virtues of unplugging from smartphones and co-founded Digital Detox retreats and camps to help people reconnect in real life. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jKywRb

Robots Will Take Jobs, but Not as Fast as Some Fear, New Report Says

A study by the McKinsey Global Institute concludes that the automation of jobs is inevitable but that the process is likely to be gradual. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iMukMY

Red Carpet Watch: Red Carpet Watch: Natalie Portman

The actress’s maternity style for awards season is as on point as ever. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jBdCjE

Red Carpet Watch: Natalie Portman

A look at the actress’s elegant maternity style. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jJvFrE

Global Shopper: A Stylish Curiosity Shop in East Hollywood

Christian Louboutin skateboard? Check. Rodarte sweats? They got ’em. Vintage “Peanuts” comics? Those, too. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iHa3rW

Critic's Notebook: In Florence, It’s All About Pants. Big Pants.

At the influential men’s wear fair Pitti Uomo, Brunello Cucinelli and Tommy Hilfiger presented wide-legged trousers with lots of room in the seat. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j5nKlr

Where the Cool Kids Go

Virgil Normal, in East Hollywood, is a store filled with a mix of its owners’ fascinations from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ihSHWo

N.S.A. Gets More Latitude to Share Intercepted Communications

New rules relax longstanding limits on what the National Security Agency may do with the information gathered by its most powerful surveillance operations. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jbSt2R

Men’s Fashion Show: Tim Coppens at Pitti Uomo

A photo diary of the fall/winter 2017 collection that was presented in Florence on Wednesday. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jc069f

Robot Revolution: In Obama’s Farewell, a Warning on Automation’s Perils

The soon-to-be ex-president connected the economic disruptions caused by technology to a rise in political polarization. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iLjLcW

Norway Becomes First Country to Start Switching Off FM Radio

The country began turning off FM broadcasting on Wednesday, a move to digital that has some people worried about the consequences. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iGT8pz

Bits: Daily Report: Peter Thiel Is a Complicated Fellow

Likes? “Star Wars” and Donald J. Trump. The ever-so-contrary Silicon Valley billionaire discusses his way of looking differently at the world. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j597P1

Tech Tip: A New Destination for Files Downloaded From Microsoft Edge

Microsoft’s Windows 10 browser puts files in the Downloads folder by default, but you can pick a new place to store those fresh-off-the-web items. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iLEU6J

Social Q’s: $60,000 in Tuition, and My Son Wants to Become a Farmer?

Also, patriotic gestures, mother-daughter dynamics and retroactive gifts. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iLIvS8

Show Us Your Wall: Isaac Mizrahi, on Collecting Art in Search of the Me Factor

This fashion designer’s Greenwich Village apartment is lined with works by artists including Jane Freilicher, Maureen Gallace, Alex Katz and Tomory Dodge. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iLlSxg

Pulse: Non-Surf Wear From Saturdays, Prada’s New Backpack and the Return of a Givenchy Icon

The surf-and-skate store expands its offerings, Prada updates its classic nylon bag, Riccardo Tisci revives the Givenchy Rottweiler and more. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ioN4nR

Open Blog: Continuous Deployment to Google Cloud Platform with Drone

From our exploratory work, we’ve come up with two open source plugins to share with the community: drone-gke for Google Container Engine and drone-gae for Google App Engine. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jbwzwC

On the Runway: Should Ivanka Trump the Woman Wear Ivanka Trump the Brand?

When one of your jobs has been running your own fashion label, separation is more complicated than it sounds. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jbkaIY

Fashion Preview: Men’s Fashion Week in Milan: Who’s On, and Who’s Off

Ermenegildo Zegna, Marni and Salvatore Ferragamo are ready for action, as Gucci and Calvin Klein make other plans. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ifPtCU

Unbuttoned: How to Dress a Celebrity

A look at whether Nicolas Ghesquière of Louis Vuitton is becoming the Givenchy of his generation, complete with a few Audrey Hepburns. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iiQrtg

Street Style: London Fashion Week Men’s

Some favorite looks from the city’s sidewalks between the collection shows. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2imQeIJ

After Fashion, Hedi Slimane Turns to Photography Full Time

The designer, formerly of Saint Laurent, discusses his new work for V Magazine and the possibility of a return to fashion. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2illfg4

Tech Fix: The Guide to Being an Airbnb Superhost

In the reservation marketplace Airbnb, the designation Superhost is rare and offers some advantages. Here are some ways to achieve it. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ilitHL

Modern Love: The Modern Love Podcast: Darby Stanchfield Reads ‘A Family That Takes “No” for an Answer’

On this week’s podcast, the “Scandal” actress reads Leigh Newman’s story of a family hunting excursion that proves revelatory. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jwOB9a

An Unusual Anniversary Show, From a Reliably Unorthodox Art Dealer

James Fuentes is celebrating 10 years at his namesake gallery by exhibiting artists he considers friends — who aren’t on his roster. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iekiIf

London Men’s Roundup

J.W. Anderson, Grace Wales Bonner, Fashion East and more from London Fashion Week Men’s. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jktO9y

Confirm or Deny: Confirm or Deny: Peter Thiel

The Pay Pal founder and Trump fan, interviewed by Maureen Dowd, prefers “Star Wars” to “Star Trek” and is in favor of California’s seceding. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ihsoe9

With ... Peter Thiel: Peter Thiel, Trump’s Tech Pal, Explains Himself

The Silicon Valley billionaire and scourge of Gawker describes his admiration for the president-elect, who told him, “We’re friends for life.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ihmE42

Confirm or Deny: Confirm or Deny: Peter Thiel

The Pay Pal founder and Trump fan, interviewed by Maureen Dowd, prefers “Star Wars” to “Star Trek” and is in favor of California’s seceding. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ihsoe9

With ... Peter Thiel: Peter Thiel, Trump’s Tech Pal, Explains Himself

The Silicon Valley billionaire and scourge of Gawker describes his admiration for the president-elect, who told him, “We’re friends for life.” from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ihmE42

The Breakdown: A Gucci Resort Look, Deconstructed

In a new series, T pares back runway looks to their most fundamental elements — which, in simpler forms, are surprisingly easy to wear. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2idPxmq

Scouting Report: New Collections and Installations at Dover Street Market

Barneys toasts young London designers, Givenchy introduces a new Rottweiler collection, Fivestory’s Off-Site Sale returns and more. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j21au7

Is This Cabinet Worth $500,000?

When the furniture designer Paul Evans died, his pieces went to junk bins. Now he’s one of the most collectible American designers of the last 50 years. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jkaJEi

List of Five: Harvey Spevak, C.E.O. of Equinox, Has a Sporty Style

The fitness company leader likes James Perse shirts, suits by Devon Scott and an Audemars Piguet watch. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jwb322

Noted: Overrated? Loser? Not if It’s Trump Who Calls You Out

From book publishers to magazine editors, the president-elect’s insult tweet has become a badge of honor. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j1GkLs

Samsung Leader Is Named a Suspect in South Korean Bribery Inquiry

Jay Y. Lee was summoned for questioning in connection with the corruption scandal that led to President Park Geun-hye’s impeachment. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ij4Hp5

Bits: Daily Report: The Internet Has Become the Great Divider

There was a time when event television meant something more than the Super Bowl or a presidential debate. And then the internet came along. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iknlwP

Entrepreneurship: For Young Entrepreneurs, College Debts Can Snuff Out Start-Up Hopes

Fewer millennials are founding companies at a time when student loans are on the rise. As one business founder put it, “The debt is always there, drowning you.” from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ikhjfy

Tech Tip: How an Overstuffed Mac Gets Its Drive Back

The latest version of Apple’s operating system has a feature that allows the computer to automatically delete certain files when space gets tight. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2igLzVz

Noted: Overrated? Loser? Not if It’s Trump Who Calls You Out

From book publishers to magazine editors, the president-elect’s insult tweet has become a badge of honor. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j1GkLs

The Male Animal: Game Over: These Guys Are No Longer Big Sports Fans

“Is this really what makes me happy?” one man asks after spending yet another Sunday glued to the game. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iGyFB6

My Space: A Tour of Andre Royo’s Los Angeles Home

The actor, best known for “The Wire,” says he can “take off all the masks” when he’s home with his wife and daughter. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ic5xUk

Field Notes: The Pay-It-Forward Wedding: When ‘I Do’ Becomes ‘I Do More’

Couples are going beyond just listing charities on their registry websites by having ceremonies that actively help their communities. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iGq8Ox

App Smart: Virtual Reality on the Cheap? Try These Apps on Your Phone

A variety of apps, some using Google’s Cardboard viewer, allow users to sample films and games with 3-D imagery. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jvze0F

Facebook, Nodding to Its Role in Media, Starts a Journalism Project

The effort calls for, among other things, the company to forge deeper ties with news organizations by collaborating on publishing tools and features before they are released. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jDzSxl

More Ads to Appear on Instagram, Now on ‘Stories’ Feature

The free app, which Facebook owns, is offering another vehicle to advertisers, who since late 2015 have been buying space on its original photo feed. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jDsPEA

State of the Art: How Netflix Is Deepening Our Cultural Echo Chambers

There was a lot to criticize about broadcast TV, but it brought the nation together. Streaming services are doing the opposite. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iEMK22

Op-Ed Columnist: Online and Scared

A critical mass of our interactions has moved to a realm where we’re all connected but no one’s in charge. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j0pr3H

Three’s a Trend: Men’s Wear Gets Craftsy

Craig Green, Alex Mullins and J.W. Anderson showed collections that featured pieces with a homespun air. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iaJdwl

Skin Deep: First It Was Overwashing; Now Some Women Aren’t Washing Their Hair Enough

As women have cut back on shampooing, stylists and dermatologists are seeing clients with pesky scalp problems. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2js9O48

The Unlikely Artists Behind This Season’s Most Colorful Show

A new exhibition pairs Charles Andresen, a painter (and Met security guard), with Jerry Torre, a sculptor (and former Grey Gardens caretaker). from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j5esIG

My Space: Far From the Bronx

The actor Andre Royo has become cozy in California. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jsajuU

The Men's Shows: Comfort and Nostalgia for a Rainy Week of Men’s Wear in London

In response to tough times, Grace Wales Bonner offers an ode to cosmopolitanism, while J.W. Anderson gets cozy. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jfSakA

Street Style: London Fashion Week Men’s

Some favorite looks from the city’s sidewalks between the collection shows. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j2wRVW

On the Verge: Brand to Know: The British Men’s Wear Line Aiming for Function

Léon Bara, which presented its first collection in London this weekend, focuses on updating men’s clothes with practical touches. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iar6Xj

SoftBank’s $100 Billion Investment Fund Starts to Take Shape

Masayoshi Son has pledged to create jobs, but a small group of former Deutsche Bank executives are looking beyond just tech start-ups for investing the mammoth fund. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iCaJiq

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Builds Political Muscle for Philanthropic Work

Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Dr. Priscilla Chan, have hired two former presidential campaign managers for the company they set up for charitable efforts. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iYQcFI

Four Questions: From Rome, a Homey Men’s Shop in Manhattan

The proprietor of Davide Cenci keeps it simple for men who prefer a straightforward, tailored look. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jmiFnB

Open Blog: HTTPS on NYTimes.com

We are thrilled to announce that we have begun to enable HTTPS on NYTimes.com, an effort that helps protect the privacy of our readers and ensures the authenticity of our content. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j28Pe1

Chief Executive of Audio Firm Sonos Steps Down

The Santa Barbara, Calif., company has managed to compete with industry giants for 14 years. But it faces new challenges from Amazon and Google. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j1NkKd

Tech Tip: Watch PBS Shows Online or Off

Just because it’s public television does not mean all the shows are free, but you can stream and view content in many ways. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jzUlTo

Alibaba Looks to Bricks and Mortar With Bid for Mall Operator in China

The Chinese e-commerce giant, which is seeking to acquire Intime Retail, has spent billions buying up pieces of the very sector it disrupted. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iAuTsT

Bits: Daily Report: Big Data Comes to the Medicaid Debate

A San Francisco start-up has completed the formidable task of gathering the information of 74 million Medicaid recipients in one giant database. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j4iQrx

Life as a Runway: What 8 Culture Seekers Wore to the Public Theater

More than a theater, the Public is a meeting place for culture vultures who parade in their downtown finery. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2icqZWn

After Verizon Deal, Yahoo to Become ‘Altaba’ and Marissa Mayer to Step Down From Board

If and when its deal with Verizon goes through, the company will rename itself, and more than half of its board members will step down, Yahoo said in a regulatory filing. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iX41V4

Medicaid’s Data Gets an Internet-Era Makeover

The start-up Nuna has built a cloud-computing database of Medicaid’s 74 million patients. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2icHkxg

Skin Deep: What to Do About Your Neck

Your décolletage area ages, too. Here are some ways to achieve a younger-looking neck and chest. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2icfykw

The Men's Shows: For Vivienne Westwood, an Unsentimental Return to London

After steering clear of its fashion runways, the queen of punk goes back to the city she calls “the beating heart of the rotten financial system.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jmwwdM

Men’s Fashion Shows: J.W. Anderson, Wales Bonner, Craig Green and More

A photo diary of the fall/winter 2017 collections that were presented in London this weekend. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2i7gGYu

Critic's Notebook: Casey Affleck: ‘Thanks for Dressing Up’

'He’s a scruffy boy,’ says the costumer designer for ‘Manchester By the Sea.’ from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jwhDtB

Party Coverage: Scene City: Viola Davis, Ryan Reynolds and Tracee Ellis Ross Celebrate After the Golden Globe Awards

InStyle and Warner Bros. host a splashy party following the ceremony. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ixcJs6

Party Coverage: Scene City: Viola Davis, Ryan Reynolds and Tracee Ellis Ross Celebrate After the Golden Globe Awards

InStyle and Warner Bros. host a splashy party following the ceremony. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jwa9GN

Candid, Never-Before-Seen Photos of Robin Williams, Leonard Cohen, Jay Z and More

Mark Romanek, best known for directing music videos, has snapped his friends for years; now, he’s showing those images for the first time at Colette. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iX9E7K

The Most Interesting, Unexpected Looks at the 2017 Golden Globes

From Isabelle Huppert’s diamond ear cuff to Sienna Miller’s ponytail and pearls, Sunday’s awards show delivered a unique sense of cool. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j0FeC9

Tech Tip: One Phone, Many Instagram Accounts

The social photography app for Android and iOS can support up to five accounts, and you can easily switch among them. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j0nxSZ

Bits: Daily Report: Virtual Reality Has Not Quite Arrived

It’s still very possible that virtual reality will be a hit, but not until there’s more content available and the cost of equipment comes down. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iaxNXs

Wall Street Clearing House to Adopt Bitcoin Technology

The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation said it would begin using a financial ledger similar to the blockchain used by the virtual currency. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jkITXG

Sticker Shock, and Maybe Nausea, Hamper Sales of Virtual Reality Gear

One of the most hyped technologies of 2016 has a way to go before it becomes mainstream, with product sales held back by high costs, ergonomic issues and other factors. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2isRdVy

Carolina Herrera and Oscar de la Renta Settle an Employment Dispute

A battle involving two major American fashion houses over a noncomplete clause in a designer’s contract has come to an end with a discreet settlement. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j9D8Ni

17 Arrested in Kim Kardashian West Robbery Inquiry in France

The eldest of those detained was 72, and others were in their 40s, 50s and 60s, prosecutors said. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jkF6d6

Personal Health: Hooked on Our Smartphones

Moderation in our digital world should be the hallmark of a healthy relationship with technology. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iuI3b0

On the Golden Globes Red Carpet, It’s Fantasy vs. Reality

Despite a sentiment that designer name-checking is “done,” the fashion/film complex is alive and well, marketing a moment of fantasy and escape. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2i6YGIB

Data Could Be the Next Tech Hot Button for Regulators

For decades, dominance in the technology industry was based on software or hardware. Now it is increasingly based on who owns the best data. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jsj4sL

Golden Globes 2017: Red Carpet Fashion

The Golden Globe Awards are taking place in Los Angeles tonight. See what celebrities are wearing on the red carpet. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2i3VVwL

Golden Globes 2017: Red Carpet Fashion

Updating: The Golden Globe Awards are taking place in Los Angeles tonight. See what celebrities are wearing on the red carpet. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2i6hjww

At Detroit Show, Minivan Designed by Google Offers Look at a Changing Industry

The van, built by Fiat Chrysler with self-driving sensors from Waymo, is the first heavyweight collaboration between a major automaker and one of Silicon Valley’s elite. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iXmfYV

Uber Extends an Olive Branch to Local Governments: Its Data

The company, hoping to weave itself into municipal transit planning, unveiled Movement, a website that will allow outsiders to study traffic patterns with information collected by Uber vehicles. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iXqhk5

Santa Delivered the Drone. But Not the Safety and Skill to Fly Them.

The holiday season was a boom time for drone sales, bringing a heightened risk to people and property, particularly when neophytes are at the controls. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iRmXEL

News Analysis: U.S. Reacting at Analog Pace to a Rising Digital Risk, Hacking Report Shows

One question raised amid the charge that Russia’s president led an effort to influence the 2016 presidential election: Why did it take the Obama administration over 16 months to develop a response? from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2i1nGG2

Feuds: 3 Current-Day Duels (of the Social-Media Variety)

Into the internet muck with Soulja Boy vs. Chris Brown, Donald Trump vs. Graydon Carter, and Blac Chyna vs. Rob Kardashian. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2i3yAtp

Farhad and Mike’s Week in Tech: Snoozing at CES

Medium got smaller, and the annual consumer electronics show landed with a thud. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2i1NYmK

How LSD ‘Microdosing’ Saved Ayelet Waldman’s Marriage

The novelist credits tiny hits of psychedelic acid with salvaging her marriage to Michael Chabon. And maybe her life. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2i1nIcb

First Person: Notes on the Upper Muddle

How I misread my family background and discovered the American class system. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2i0hG0h

Red Carpet Watch: Naomie Harris: A Chameleon on Screen and Off

Nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in “Moonlight,” the actress is determined to keep us guessing on her red carpet look. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jeITs9

Red Carpet Watch: Naomie Harris

Nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in “Moonlight,” the actress is determined to keep fans guessing on her awards-night look. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2i1rCBK

Feuds: 3 Current-Day Duels (of the Social-Media Variety)

Into the internet muck with Soulja Boy vs. Chris Brown, Donald Trump vs. Graydon Carter, and Blac Chyna vs. Rob Kardashian. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2i3yAtp

Table for Three: Samantha Bee and Jane Pauley Are Breaking the News

The late-night news comedian and the veteran television journalist compare notes on the news — real, fake and satirical. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2i0dqhg

Beating of Disabled Teenager Highlights a Crime That Often Goes Unpunished

After four in Chicago were charged with hate crimes for an assault caught on a Facebook video, advocates for those with disabilities still hold that violence against the group is often underreported. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iLMDo5

Russia Requires Apple and Google to Remove LinkedIn From Local App Stores

The move came after a November court ruling found the professional networking service in violation of Russia’s internet laws. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2i25OJG

Appointment: This Men’s Wear Shop Is Not for Everyone

The designer Vivek Nagrani has a close relationship with his clients — and Bruce Wayne. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iNnyap

He’d Like to Buy the World Something Other Than a Coke

Thanks to Rohan Oza, celebrities like Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Aniston and 50 Cent are chugging and plugging soft-drink alternatives. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iZHw1f

Bits: Daily Report: The Next Voice You Hear Will Be Amazon’s

The company is in the middle of a push to get Alexa, its voice-activated assistant, in cars, appliance and more. It looks like a giant play for data. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iktJ4y

Tech Tip: Managing Your Passwords With a Web Browser

Most modern browsers include a tool to save your website passwords, but be aware of potential security risks. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iQBaUA

Vows: At the Opera, a Losing Battle Against Romance

In the wings, a baritone and an apprentice stage manager share a moment of instant infatuation that turned into a lifetime commitment. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iJEyAh

Facebook Hires Campbell Brown to Lead News Partnerships Team

The former NBC News correspondent and CNN prime-time host comes to Facebook as it struggles with its position as a content provider that does not produce its own content. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ik7oo2

Modern Love: Refreshing a Mother’s Memory With Love and Stories

An aging woman’s dementia causes her to learn about her family all over again. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2jb2k5n

Department Stores, Once Anchors at Malls, Become Millstones

Macy’s and Sears have recently announced numerous closing, reflecting a climate in which online and discount retailers have outmaneuvered them. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j9Vzkl

Party Coverage: Scene City: Coming Out for Debutantes

Forty-six young women were introduced to society at the 62nd International Debutante Ball, held on Dec. 29 at the Pierre Hotel in New York. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2igVivH

Social Q’s: Should I Help My Son Use My Friends?

Also, marital divisions of labor, and how to make sure you know if your gifts were actually received. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iNCMib

Party Coverage: Scene City: Coming Out for Debutantes

Forty-six young women were introduced to society at the 62nd International Debutante Ball, held on Dec. 29 at the Pierre Hotel in New York. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ih0Nuw

Social Q’s: 36 First-Dance Songs That Aren’t ‘At Last’

Wedding-related advice for Abigail, whose question appeared in Social Q’s last week. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iNwu24

Wheels: Coming From Automakers: Voice Control That Understands You Better

Ford Motor is announcing it will incorporate Amazon’s Alexa into its vehicles, one of many efforts by automakers to improve voice-recognition systems. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j98Vgy

Can a Law Stop Distracted Driving? California Hopes to Find Out.

The state’s new law bans drivers from even holding mobile devices, but safety experts say it still might not be enough. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hXwnPY

Amazon to Open Retail Store in Manhattan at Time Warner Center

The New York store will be the eighth location the company, which has been cautiously expanding its brick-and-mortar presence, has opened or announced. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jfVYWn

8 Male Models to Watch This Season

T’s cheat sheet to the faces on the fall/winter 2017 runways. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iIFR0y

On the Verge: Brand to Know: Thin, Simple Turtlenecks, Inspired by a Designer’s Grandmother

For her line Giu Giu, Giuliana Leila Raggiani referenced her family’s history in the knitwear business. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iIBhiN

Falcons, Drones, Data: A Winery Battles Climate Change

Jackson Family Wines of Sonoma, Calif., is among winemakers employing both high-tech and old-school techniques to adapt to hotter, drier conditions. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hU4Uf1

Medium Lays Off a Third of Its Staff in Pursuit of Its Vision

Despite a year of substantial growth in readership, the digital publishing company plans to redefine its business model, its founder said. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hSe77s

Hulu Adds CBS to Its Coming TV Streaming Service

The company is aiming to create a lower-cost alternative to cable bundles. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jaRWyw

Bits: Daily Report: Apple Takes Down The Times’s News App in China

The move came after company and Chinese officials were interviewed for an article about perks for the world’s biggest iPhone plant, in Zhengzhou. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ifBiti

Trump and Julian Assange, an Unlikely Pair, Unite to Sow Hacking Doubts

Mr. Trump used comments by Mr. Assange, the WikiLeaks founder long reviled by many Republicans, to buttress his questioning of the conclusion that Russia was at fault. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jbKUJK

Tech Tip: Bringing iCloud Files Down to Earth

The files you have stored on Apple’s iCloud servers can be saved and stored on your computer. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iIft6J

Styles Q. and A.: Paul Smith: Still a Fashion Maverick After All These Years

A Q. and A. with the forward-thinking septuagenarian who stands apart from the corporate crowd. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2hSpGQO

New Beginnings: Tamara Mellon Kicks It Up

The shoe queen sets up a new business in a new state and moves in her partner, Michael Ovitz. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iJAgtm

Scouting Report: Hold Onto Your Wallets! January Brings Big Designer Discounts

Resolutions will be tested by majorly marked-down merch from Barneys, Dover Street Market, Opening Ceremony and more of New York’s finest stores. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ibXwML

The Modern Love Podcast: Sela Ward Reads ‘Taking a Break for Friendship’

On this week’s podcast, the “CSI: NY” actress reads Elinor Lipman’s story about moving beyond the fear that “he’s just not that into you.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j5MTve

Preview: At London Fashion Week Men’s, Four Shows You Shouldn’t Miss

As a new season begins, Grace Wales Bonner and Vivienne Westwood lead the men’s wear carnival. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2hRDHtd

The Season’s Boxiest Suits — for Her

With structured shoulders, exaggerated proportions and an androgynous look, the traditional power blazer feels completely fresh. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2hTKK7Z

At This ‘Tempest,’ Digital Wizardry Makes ‘Rough Magic’

The Royal Shakespeare Company is using a motion-capture process and other technology to make Ariel seem even more like a magical sprite. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iQnQgh

For Sale: Condé Nast Treasures

An Edward Steichen coffee mug, perhaps? How about a limited-edition print of a Prince-related New Yorker cover? Inside the selling of a deep archive. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2ibFCKi

Apple Removes New York Times Apps From iTunes Store in China

The technology giant said it was complying with a request from Chinese authorities. Apps from other international publications were still available. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2jaAMAT

The Condé Nast Archives

Some iconic images and magazine covers from the publisher’s vast holdings, where the emphasis is shifting from preservation to capitalizing on the trove. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iERqWx

Climbing the Socialite Ladder, One Gala at a Time

How Jean Shafiroff, the wife of a prominent banker, cajoled her way into becoming a first lady of philanthropy. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2hRvE4M

Bits: Daily Report: AT&T Moves Fast to Move Data, Fast

No other company owns such a jumble of satellites, wires, cables and wireless towers. Maybe software can unify it all in a profitable offering. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hT0qsi

Transition Briefing: Trump Appears to Side With Assange Over Intelligence Agencies’ Conclusions

The president-elect showed sympathy for Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder, once reviled by Republicans, suggesting he believes Russia was not the group’s source. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hPvE0b

On the Runway: Kim Kardashian West Returns to Social Media With a Lesson in Image Control

A family montage is embraced by the blogosphere. But it’s less about being ‘kute’ than it is about strategic public perception. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j4T6HV

The Making of Virtually Real Art With Google’s Tilt Brush

Tilt Brush, a 3-D tool created by two men and now owned by Google, has invited artists to help hone its system. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iPL0Uf

Tech Tip: Adding Colors to Mac Folders

Apple’s desktop operating system includes software to create new tints for desktop folders, but you can also jazz them up with apps and new icons. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j9FuPv

On the Runway: Kim Kardashian West Returns to Social Media With a Lesson in Image Control

A family montage is embraced by the blogosphere. But it’s less about being ‘kute’ than it is about strategic public perception. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2j4T6HV

Critical Shopper: From Push-Ups to Bralettes: Victoria’s Secret Revamps

The new flagship on Fifth Avenue is darker than the pink-striped girlscape of memory, even if in many ways the store has not changed. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iAqWHK

Tech Fix: What to Know About C.E.S. 2017

A look at the trends that will matter at this week's International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas: Ultra HD TV, smart home and drones. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hSFeCF

App Smart: Mario Isn’t the Only Classic to Leap to Mobile

Tomb Raider, Pac-Man and Grand Theft Auto are retro, and reinvented as apps, as well. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j9eHme

Entrepreneurship: Start-Ups Hope Couples Say ‘I Do’ to Online Wedding Planning

While the field has been decidedly low-tech, young entrepreneurs are tapping into the multibillion-dollar industry with apps and virtual services. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j4gVzo

State of the Art: Tech’s Next Battle: The Frightful Five vs. Lawmakers

Giant tech companies are usually challenged by start-ups. But with no obvious upstart competitors, it may be governments that pose the biggest threat. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j8gHve

Feature: Cyberwar for Sale

After a maker of surveillance software was hacked, its leaked documents shed light on a shadowy global industry that has turned email theft into a terrifying — and lucrative — political weapon. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iOAqgf

Leslie Jones Says Publisher Spreads Hate by Publishing Milo Yiannopoulos’s Book

Mr. Yiannopoulos, who has been banned from Twitter for leading online harassment against Ms. Jones, the comedian and actress, was given a six-figure book deal. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hPz8Tn

India’s Call-Center Talents Put to a Criminal Use: Swindling Americans

The availability of computer-savvy, young, English-speaking job seekers and efficient technology have contributed to the growth in cyberfraud against Americans. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iKlXBD

France Lets Workers Turn Off, Tune Out and Live Life

A raft of measures meant to balance modernity and tradition will make it easier to unplug from work email, protect the environment and get divorced. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hJ0rvt

For Non-Tech Companies, if You Can’t Build It, Buy a Start-Up

With more than $125 billion in acquisitions last year, more non-tech companies than ever are forgoing building technology in-house and acquiring start-ups. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hLaAuW

Bits: Daily Report: An Ex-Apple Employee Firm, Far From the Tree

Pearl Automation’s staff learned design and teamwork at Apple. The workers want to forget about their old employer’s culture of secrecy. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ivLAsf

Tech Tip: How to Automatically Label New Gmail Messages

You can set up filters in your Gmail settings that tag incoming messages with a custom label for easy sorting. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iEo64T

On the Runway: What to Watch For in Fashion in 2017

From new looks in Washington and Paris to Serena Williams’s wedding, it’s going to be a year to remember. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2izcqxD

Drew Elliott of Paper Magazine Knows Exactly What He’s Doing

After orchestrating the Kim Kardashian West champagne cover, Paper’s chief creative officer has taken on a new challenge: “America’s Next Top Model.” from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2hMZENc

Growing a Better Apple

At Pearl Automation, a team of former Apple executives are trying to blend their old employer’s style with a little less paranoia. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2j0859N

SpaceX Says It’s Ready to Launch Rockets Again

The company says it has determined the likely cause of an explosion in September that led to setbacks in its schedule. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2ivdxi0

Tech Tip: Where to Go if You Forget Your Hotmail Password

If you’ve been automatically logging in for so long that you’ve forgotten your account password, visit Microsoft’s reset page. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2iZDyJu

Skin Deep: Stacey Griffith of SoulCycle Dishes on Her Beauty and Fitness Regimen

For a SoulCycle instructor, it’s no shimmer, no blush, but a hair routine that is complicated enough to have its own YouTube video. from NYT > Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2iVKfIf

Google Helping Mobile Publishing? Some Publishers Are Not So Sure

AMP, a method of loading of mobile web pages more quickly, has raised concern among small publishers worried they are losing control of their content. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2it2m9l

Bits: What U.S. Tech Giants Face in Europe in 2017

Many of Silicon Valley’s largest companies face a growing list of regulatory challenges — and potentially large fines — in Europe this coming year. from NYT > Technology http://ift.tt/2hHpOCN