Permafrost ‘carbon bomb’ may be more of a slow burn, say scientists

Carbon dioxide from thawing Arctic permafrost is likely to be released gradually, rather than in a catastrophic eruption as previously predicted – but impact of emissions will still be great, new research suggests

Bottega Veneta’s first homeware boutique opened in the 18th-century Palazzo Gallarati Scotti 

When in Milan: Explore the first Bottega Veneta Home store. Bottega Veneta Home opened its first store dedicated solely to furniture, lighting, tabletop, home decoration, and lifesyle offering. The new Milanese boutique is situated on Via Borgospesso in the 18th-century Palazzo Gallarati Scotti decorated with original coffered ceilings and frescoes by 18th century masters Carlo … Read more

Yayoi Kusama named world’s most popular artist in 2014

The Japanese artist drew over 2 million viewers to her work – but a survey shows female artists are still less likely to be chosen for solo shows by American galleries

Turn back the clock on skin aging

A skincare product that keeps my skin looking as young as I feel:Time reverse skin care with the revolutionary Babor ReVersive anti-aging system. A new complete anti-aging system by luxury cosmetic company Babor promises to turn back the clock on skin aging. Babor’s innovative anti-aging Collection ReVersive restores youthful radiance and luminosity, leaving the complexion … Read more

Is being vegan the most ethical way to live?

Reducing meat consumption is important, but going vegan may not solve all our problems…

If you have an ethical dilemma, email Lucy at lucy.siegle@observer.co.uk

Subsidies to industries that cause deforestation worth 100 times more than aid to prevent it

Brazil and Indonesia paid over $40bn in subsidies to industries that drive rainforest destruction between 2009 and 2012 – compared to $346m in conservation aid they received to protect forests, according to new research