Welcome to Astana, Kazakhstan: one of the strangest capital cities on Earth

The flashy buildings of Astana rise up implausibly from the flat plains of oil-rich Kazakhstan to form a city stuck between a Soviet past and an aspirational present

The price of customisation: Fendi’s £640 handbag strap

Fendi has announced a line of handbag straps which can switch around. But at £640 a pop, who can afford one? From Swatch watches to humble laces, how fashion accesorised its accessories

How to add a dash of French chic to any outfit: Charriol’s Forever recipe

#charriolmixandmatch: Forever fashion menu. Learning how to look & feel Forever Young  starts with the foods for your mind and body and continues with your fashion accessories. Let’s play so that we can rediscover the extraordinary around us. A new collection of colored bracelets, bangles or watches from Charriol may not be the key to the fountain of youth, but will … Read more

The Water Book review – a compelling insight into this vital resource

Alok Jha’s study of water is awash with astonishing data about an extraordinary substance

Sony introduces the most advanced, versatile Cyber-shot cameras

Sony aims to break through all existing boundaries of compact cameras. According to the world’s largest image sensor manufacturer, its new camera will allow professionals, hobbyists and enthusiasts to capture images and video that they never before thought were possible. The leader in digital imaging announced two of the most advanced, versatile Cyber-shot cameras ever … Read more

Burglary is a crime that is preventable, but only if the home is secure

On May 4, 2015, Brian Pantoja entered a victim’s home in Chandler, Arizona. He casually went through the items in her bedroom before leaving with some of her most valued possessions. The homeowner was devastated, not only because precious items were stolen, but also because her privacy was violated. Pantoja may have gotten away with it … Read more