Galaxy S26 Ultra Introduces Built-in Privacy Display

A built-in privacy screen helps hide sensitive phone content from side views in public.

Mathematicians Hoard a Japanese Chalk They Call the “Rolls-Royce”

A humble stick of chalk became a cult object — proof of analog devotion.

Rolex’s Free Watchmaking School Is as Hard to Get Into as Harvard

A tuition-free trade school turns watchmaking into a Harvard-level ambition.

Spa, Belgium: The Town That Gave Self-Care Its Name

The Belgian town behind the word “spa” is back in focus as wellness booms.

Spotify and Liquid Death Introduce the Eternal Playlist Urn

Spotify and Liquid Death unveil a Bluetooth-enabled urn and a personalized afterlife playlist tool.

Leica Turns Analog Darkroom Printing Into a Video Series

A digital-era camera brand teaches the slow craft of the analog darkroom.

Hawaii Becomes the First US State to Charge Tourists a Climate Fee

Hawaii becomes the first US state to charge every visitor a “Green Fee” for conservation.

Paw Patrol Gets Its Own Theme-Park Land at Chessington

A children’s cartoon world steps off the screen into a real UK theme park.

Litelok Armours the Bike Lock as Theft Gets Bolder

Angle-grinder-resistant locks turn everyday security into a visible promise.

Lyft Introduces Teen Accounts with Parental Oversight

Lyft Teen offers supervised rides for teens in more than 200 U.S. markets.