Head, Hand, Heart by David Goodhart review let's think practically

The ObserverSociety booksReviewGoodhart makes a strong case for reviving the status of work outside the ‘knowledge economy’, as the age of automation approaches When my old school went from grammar to comprehensive in 1972, the headmaster, Frank Brewin, felt he should prepare the ground with the existing cohort of pupils, which included my brother. He warned them not to look down on the new intake from the local secondary modern, saying: “Some people are good with their heads, and some are good with their hands. [Read More]

My Sailor, My Love Director Klaus Haro TalksSensitiveGoT Star James Cosm

Finnish director Klaus Härö makes his English-language debut with Toronto Film Festival premiere “My Sailor, My Love.” A gentle drama about a retired sea captain falling in love one last time will be spotlighted at the Helsinki-based event Finnish Film Affair next. [Read More]

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Zara Striped Dress

This image appears in the gallery: Hero Fashion Buys: Heart Loves… 4. Zara Striped Dress The Breton need a spot in your spring wardrobe. Championed by every store on the high street right now, the navy and white nautical stripe is an easy way to stay on trend without even trying. From thick statement lines to dainty thin strips on long-sleeved tops, tees and dresses, ensure you splurge on the casual pattern. [Read More]

Go Out and Run Five Miles When Chris Evert Had a Sarcastic Jibe at PeopleObsessed With Li

Chris Evert was famous for her looks back in the day, but she never let that aspect take control of her image. The 18-time Grand Slam champion’s tag of one of the greatest tennis players of all time always overshadowed everything else. However, it’s not like she didn’t care at all about her appearance. She did, but not to a level that could become toxic. In a 1997 interview, she spoke about ending her career, raising children, gaining spirituality, etc. [Read More]

I Busted Them: Despite Being Marred by HIV Shocker, Encounter With MichaelJordan and Dennis R

Magic Johnson is one of the most decorated NBA superstars of all time. The Los Angeles Lakers great wasn’t just an ordinary superstar. His radiating personality and contagious smile had turned him into an icon. In addition, his ‘Showtime’ plays on the court changed the direction of the NBA forever. However, in 1991, after contracting HIV, Johnson had to stay away from the league for five years. Likewise, a break from the highest level probably makes others rusty. [Read More]

Lucinda Williams Gets Tribute Fit for an Americana Queen From Mumford & Sons, Dwight Yoakam, A

How is it that the Americana Music Association has been holding annual Grammy eve tribute shows at the Troubadour since the mid-2010s, but never got around, until this year, to feting Lucinda Williams — of whom AMA director Jed Hilly said, “You are the voice, you are the songs, you are the soul of Americana”? [Read More]

Max Verstappens Childhood Trauma Blamed for Robbing the Joy Out of GoldenMilestone

Back when Max Verstappen was just a teenager, competing in karting championships, he wasn’t as consistent as the 25-year-old Formula 1 driver he is today. While race wins were pretty frequent back then as well, even a younger Verstappen is no match for the dominant reigning world champion. In one particular instance, when teenage Max didn’t win a karting race, his father—Jos Verstappen—left him behind at a gas station as punishment. [Read More]

One face, but two sides of a story

ShortcutsSkin cancerTruck driver William McElligott's face is a graphic illustration of the damaging effects of the sunAt first, it looks like human artifice – a Photoshopped demonstration of ageing in action. But the image of truck driver William McElligott is actually a stark reminder of the destructive power of the sun. The left-hand side of the 66-year-old's face is deeply lined, pitted and sagging after 28 years of sun exposure through the side window of his lorry. [Read More]