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It’s high time to switch your steel watches for ceramic, says Shane C Kurup. They’re the toughest ones going. Here, discover 12 of the best.Rado The newest bi-tone iteration of the watch immortalised by Andy Warhol in his 1987 pop art painting is made from glossy plasma high-tech ceramic. It deserves its own plinth in MoMA.Chanel J12 Atomaton Calibre 6Chanel This ‘haute horology’ model is a fine match for CHANEL’s couture. Its diamond-set ceramic case houses an automaton movement, which makes Madame Coco dance at the touch of the button.Bremont Supermarine Full Ceramic, Jungle GreenBremontWith its deep green hue and military-inspired NATO strap, this watch is ready for field duty at all hours – especially given that it’s been tested in the wild by former Marines Commando and adventurer, Al...

The Game of Thrones star was seen hanging out with media empire heir Peregrine Pearson in west London last week, and spotted kissing passionately after having brunch. Pearson – known as "Perry" to his friends – lives in in a £5 million pad in Chelsea, and is the heir of the 4th Viscount Cowdray with a family reportedly worth £224 million.Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas have not publicly commented on their divorceJordan Strauss/Invision/APThe 27-year-old Game of Thrones star also joined Pearson, 29 and his aristocratic pals for a shooting trip at the Duke of Marlborough's Blenheim Palace estate in Oxfordshire over the weekend. In Instagram pictures posted by fellow guest Jemima Herbet, the pair were seen smiling for the camera after a group hunting trip.Rumours first swirled of their romance wh...

Understated and unbelievably stylish for its rates, the Pilgrim sits opposite Paddington station, where the tube zooms into central London, trains chug commuters in from all over, and the Heathrow Express zips passengers to the airport in 15 minutes. It’s winning in the convenience stakes, but surprisingly also in design. The building’s Victorian character has been keenly preserved amid a colossal revamp, and most of it, from the modish furniture to the elegant parquet floor, has been upcycled. And scattered across its cavernous spaces and light-filled room is a smattering of ever-changing art, deftly curated for the cool crowd that descends on this hip, community-focused hub. Source link

Yesterday, Donald Trump elected Wiles, 67, as his chief of staff, in his first major appointment as president-elect. Wiles will be the first ever woman to hold the role, propelling her from the shadows of the Trump campaign into the political limelight. In a statement on Thursday evening, Trump said that Wiles was instrumental to his election victory and is “tough, smart, innovative, and is universally admired and respected”. Source link

Maples raised Tiffany as a single mother following her divorce from Donald, and said that she moved to the west coast to keep Tiffany out of the public eye. “That was my choice, raising her outside of the spotlight,” Maples told People in 2016. “Her daddy is a good provider with education and such, but as far as time, it was just me.” The pre-nup between the pair was brutal, leaving Maples with $1 million should they split within five years (they separated, just in time, after four), plus $100,000 childhood support for Tiffany until she was 21 and a restrictive confidentiality agreement. Source link

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When he was first elected, Trump’s wife insisted she would be “different to any other first ladies”. After rarely making an appearance for her husband’s second shot at becoming POTUS, amid promotion of her self-titled memoir, what will define her second time in the role? Source link

They’re calling it the most important US election in living memory (don’t they do that every time?). But Trump vs Harris does feel particularly momentous, given that one of them is a convicted criminal yet the pair are drawing in the polls. News channels will be awash with political commentary from this evening until the wee hours and there’s a pundit for everyone, whether you prefer your election hot takes delivered by a former politician or a porn star. Buckle up: it’s going to be a long night, but there’s plenty of coverage to keep you entertained.Channel 4 – America Decides: US Presidential Election, from 10pmAFP via Getty ImagesChannel 4 are firing from all cylinders for their first overnight US election coverage in 32 years. The News Agents’ Emily Maitlis will compère the evening alo...

Oodie’s Black Friday deals are always a highlight, showcasing their super cosy wearable blankets ahead of the festive season so you can get a jump start on the all-important Christmas shopping. This year, Oodie’s contribution to the Black Friday bonanza is looking better than ever and shoppers will be able to treat themselves and their loved ones to an all black Oodie Black Friday special, for just £1. Lord knows, you can’t even buy a chocolate bar for £1, these days. The Oodie original white-lined black Oodie is also on sale now for £32.50, was £65.If this is your first foray with Oodie and all its comfy clothes and accessories, then this will be your chance to dive into their incredibly inviting line-up.The brand’s wearable blankets are our favourite snuggly winter accessory and will mak...

James Van Der Beek revealed his cancer diagnosis this week in an interview with People Magazine. He said: “I have colorectal cancer. I’ve been privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support of my incredible family.”The actor added he felt: “there is reason for optimism” and said he was “feeling good.”The 47-year-old found fame on Dawson’s Creek alongside Joshua Jackson, Katie Holmes and Michelle Williams, starring in the titular role of Dawson Leery from 1998 to 2003. He is married to Kimberly Van Der Beek who he met in 2009 and married in 2010. The pair have six children named Olivia, Joshua, Annabel, Emilia, Gwendolyn and Jeremiah.On the pair’s 14th anniversary this year, Van Der Beek wrote a tribute to his wife on Instagram, thanking her...