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No Plan 'B' for Olympics and Questions Over Chinese Presence
Tokyo Olympic organizers and the International Olympic Committee said Friday there is no "Plan B" for the 2020 Games, which open in just over five months and have been jolted by the outbreak of a virus in neighboring China.
Michael Kors Reminds That Staying in Can Be Chic and Glamorous
Michael Kors is so over leggings and sports bras. He used Wednesday's fall collection as a reminder that staying in and cozying up by the fire can still be chic and glamorous.
No Cirque for Provincetown — Town Officials Point Fingers
The recent battle over a Cirque du Soleil show coming to Provincetown this summer ended with the entertainment giant pulling back from bringing a show in the summer resort.
Macron Getting Hybrid Car As France Steps up Climate Fight
The government of President Emmanuel Macron is putting more of its money where his mouth is, announcing a raft of plans to curb carbon emissions, including a new hybrid-engine armored car for the French leader.
Prabal Gurung Celebrates the Churning Creative Energy of NYC
In celebration of the grit and eclectic glamour of his adopted New York City, Prabal Gurung staged his New York Fashion Week show at New York City's famed Rainbow Room.
Naeem Khan's Star-Spangled Collection Pays Homage to America
Designer Naeem Khan sent models down the runway Tuesday in a shimmering, star-spangled collection the immigrant called his love letter to America, recalling how he started his brand with only $500 and plenty of determination.
Girls Sue to Block Participation of Transgender Athletes
The families of three female high school runners filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday seeking to block transgender athletes in Connecticut from participating in girls sports.
Daimler Profits Slump As Auto Industry Comes under Pressure
Daimler AG, maker of Mercedes-Benz cars, saw profit slump in 2019 and turned in a loss for the fourth quarter, underlining the pressures on the auto industry from economic headwinds.
Retailers Try Clothing Rental, But Will It Be a Good Fit?
Renting clothes could be the future of fashion — or it could just be a fad. But traditional retailers can no longer afford to wait on the sidelines to find out.
Celebrating the Off-Kilter at Proenza Schouler
Some of the most interesting garments looked like a slice of pie had been carved out in a spot or two. A velvet long-sleeved dress had a triangle of bare skin at the waist, and another at the clavicle.
13 Looks From Oscar de la Renta Show
Watching the Oscar de la Renta show unfold in the imposing setting of the New York Public Library in Manhattan, it was hard not to think back some 24 hours to a different Oscar: the Academy Awards, and specifically Scarlett Johansson.
Orlando's odyssey across time & gender
Tilda Swinton has curated her first art exhibition, a photography show named for "Orlando," a fable she has called a "wild goose chase of a fantasy" and a "magic carpet ride."
Naked Yoga's Dan Carter :: Shed Away Your Last Layer (of Clothes)
Dan Carter wants you to shed away your last layer (of clothes). The DC-based yoga instructor leads the city's largest and most social nude yoga group. In this conversation, he explains the benefits of getting naked with him for his yoga classes.
Caroline Herrera Brings Big Bows, Pops of Color and Drama
It was all about drama at Carolina Herrera's show Monday with signature oversized bows, sweeping gowns with long trains and bright pops of color contrasted with optic whites and jet blacks.
Pornhub Stars Walk Runway at Namilia's Fashion Show
Fashion label Namilia deconstructed Asian stereotypes in the porn industry, empowering the demure, submissive woman with bold dominatrix looks worn exclusively by Asian models at Sunday's show, including several Pornhub actors.
Watch: NBA Star Tells Ellen About the 'Leadership' of His Trans Daughter
NBA star Dwyane Wade appeared on "Ellen" to talk about the leadership he says his trans daughter exhibited in coming out, and how he and his wife are proud parents - and unshakeable allies.
Growing Dispute over Ride-Hailing Apps and Phoenix Airport
A dispute between ride-hailing companies and the city of Phoenix deepened on Monday, as Arizona state lawmakers introduced legislation that would bar raising fees on Uber and Lyft at Sky Harbor airport.
Monse Creatives Still See Themselves as Fashion Outsiders
Monse founders Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia are stars in the fashion business — they're also the creatives behind Oscar de la Renta — but they see themselves as outsiders in the industry.
30 Looks from the Oscars
While pink has dominated this awards season, a range of colors were plentiful at the Oscars. Princess and other classic silhouettes were the norm as fewer stars took fashion risks.