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Elle
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Meghan Markle's New Tousled Hairstyle Is Her Most Effortless Look Yet
Tousled, chic, and effortlessly romantic, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex's latest hairstyle is the ultimate summer updo. Debuted via Instagram to celebrate the American member of the British royal family's 44th birthday, the softly textured bun showcases the easiest way to wear a wide-brim sun hat for the warmer summer season. A stark departure from her usual voluminous blow-dry, the undone styling embraces a more natural beauty approach than the Duchess typically chooses, yet it still serves as a source of regal inspiration. The hairstyle features a loose, airy bun at the nape of the neck, paired with softly curled tendrils that frame the face delicately. The design ensures the summery hat rests comfortably on the head, while the rest of Markle's locks maintain an effortlessly elegant appearance underneath. 'This style is made easier when your hair is not freshly washed, so can be a great style choice when your hair is a couple of days in,' says hair forecaster and stylist Tom Smith. 'Alternatively, prepping the hair with a styling powder or a texturising spray will give the necessary volume, texture and grip required for this relaxed but secure look.' He adds: 'Movement and texture, either through your natural wave or curl pattern, or styled with heat, is an important foundation for the look. Shaking the hair out upside-down before creating a low ponytail will give the required undone vibe. Gently twist the ends of the ponytail up and secure with grips, and finish with a stronger Hold hairspray to keep things in place.' The Duchess of Sussex showcased her signature brunette hair for the look: a rich, glossy, and dimensional chocolate hue that she has effortlessly maintained for years. If you're considering a lighter shade for the final weeks of sunshine, we recommend taking inspiration from Kate Middleton's elegant fresh honey bronde, which was one of the most coveted hair colours of early summer this year. Much like Markle, the Princess of Wales is ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today HERE. Katie Withington (she/her) is the Beauty Writer, at ELLE UK and Harper's Bazaar. Working alongside the ELLE UK Beauty Team, she covers all things beauty for both print and digital, from finding backstage make-up trends at London Fashion Week and investigating buzzy skincare ingredients, to unzipping the beauty bags of Hailey Bieber and Margot Robbie. Prior to joining ELLE UK in 2022, Katie studied (BA) Fashion Journalism at London College of Fashion and has previously contributed to Red, Good Housekeeping and Prima.
Straits Times
04-08-2025
- Straits Times
All recruits at BMTC will be trained to fly drones and counter them: Chan Chun Sing
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox SINGAPORE – All recruits trained at the Basic Military Training Centre (BMTC) on Pulau Tekong will learn to use drone technology and how to counter it, said Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing on Aug 4. Speaking to the media after his first visit to BMTC since taking over the portfolio in May, Mr Chan said that unmanned technology is proliferating and the SAF needs to know how to use it and fight against it. Given such developments, soldiers must now be trained to expand their situational awareness, Mr Chan said. Drone training is not just about tactical or technical skills, he added. 'It's also a larger exercise to train (soldiers) in their three-dimensional spatial awareness, because when they fight the battle, how they apply their weapon systems, they have to think three dimensional, and not just two dimensions.' The first group of soldiers to learn basic drone skills during basic military training (BMT) enlisted in July, and the SAF is currently developing doctrine on how to evade them. The goal is to have all soldiers who pass through BMT be trained in these two capabilities starting at the end of 2025, or the beginning of 2026, said BMTC commander Colonel Muhammad Helmi Khaswan on the sidelines of the visit. The SAF has always used technology to complement its fighting capabilities, Mr Chan said. Speaking to the media after watching recruits operating a roughly palm-sized drone outfield, Mr Chan said in the past, one soldier could be armed with just a rifle. But now and in the future, a single soldier operates not just his own rifle but a suite of technologies from drones to robots that will augment his capabilities, he added. 'This is how the SAF will continue to multiply our capabilities using technology.' However, there are things about the armed forces that have not and must not change, he said. Some of the very basics of fundamental soldiering skills continue to be emphasised, such as the ability to take care of themselves in a challenging environment. Also important is soldiers' ability to work as a team to overcome challenges and how they bounce back from adversity. Mr Chan said: 'All these are important skill sets for any soldier across the SAF, and this is something that the SAF will continue to emphasise on how we build up the resilience and the will to fight for our soldiers.' Training has evolved Mr Chan also witnessed recruits doing physical training while fitted with heart rate monitors on their wrists to help monitor their exertion, as well as recruits undergoing physiotherapy at a dedicated centre to recover from injury. The way soldiers are trained is more personalised now compared with the past when training was done en masse, he said. Mr Chan said: 'When you do group training, you are training to the average of what that whole group of soldiers, or platoon of soldiers are able to do. 'We are now able to personalize the training. We know each and every soldier's heart rate, how much effort they are exerting, whether they can go further, or they are at the risk of over-straining themselves.' All this allows the SAF to be more intentional about how it optimises soldier performance – which it is able to do now because of past investments to apply science and data to training methods, Mr Chan said. There is a 'much faster closing of the loop' in helping soldiers recover now as well, Mr Chan said. He said: 'So in the past, the way we let soldiers recover is very much on their own, but today, we are much more scientific, much more data-driven on how we allow the soldiers to condition themselves, to recuperate and to recover from any injury.' This includes maintaining overall physical fitness while recovering from injuries to specific body parts, Mr Chan said. This approach has wider implications in how the SAF will make use of its finite manpower resources, because each and every soldier is important, he added. He said: 'The faster the soldier can recover, the more optimal his or her performance is, the better we are able to utilise our manpower resources.'
Elle
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Kate Middleton's Latest Honey Bronde Hair Color Is Perfect for Summer
Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Kate Middleton's signature hair color has gained an unwavering allure over the years, and for good reason. The coveted brunette shade is elegant, glossy, and undergoes subtle refinements every season, drifting from darker wintry hues to golden, sun-kissed colors in the warmer months. Her latest appearance at the State Banquet at Windsor Castle was the perfect moment to showcase her most recent summer update: a healthy and shiny honey-toned bronde. 'Kate's current color is a softened, dimensional bronde,' says trend forecaster and hairdresser Tom Smith. 'It's lighter and more neutral than her usual deep chestnut shade but still luminous, with delicate ribbons of a lighter, almost mushroom shade that add movement and lift. It's a very refined update, not dramatic, but a little more youthful and feels fresh.' According to Smith, both natural and faux brunettes can achieve the color effortlessly. 'For brunettes wanting to achieve something similar, ask your colorist for extensive highlights lifted first, then toned right down—this avoids brassiness or any orangey fade—particularly for hair that is prone to fading too warm. The goal is a neutral bronde with subtle dimension, rather than any bold contrast,' he says. Styling also plays an integral part in Kate's trademark style. While she flows between sophisticated updos and elegant, natural lengths, her go-to finish is a sleek, gently bounced blow-dry. 'To recreate her signature waves, tools like the Dyson Airwrap ID with the large round brush attachment can help create smooth, soft volume and bend,' says Smith. 'The curling attachments can be useful for hair that is prone to flatness, helping it get the look of more glamour. Using a lighter styling heat protector like Evo Icon Welder or Olaplex Volumizing Blowdry Mist will help to protect and hold the style in place, while a light shine spray encourages the silky movement Kate's hair is known for.'
Associated Press
02-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Stratasys Expands PolyJet into Functional Prototyping and Selected End-use Parts for a Variety of Applications with the Introduction of PolyJet ToughONE™
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 2, 2025-- Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS) today introduced PolyJet ToughONE™ White, an advanced material engineered for tough and durable functional prototyping and end-use parts on its high-end platforms—delivered with the signature ease of use, full-color realism, and multi-material versatility customers have come to expect. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: EV charger and pipe produced with PolyJet ToughONE™ With the launch of this new material, Stratasys' PolyJet printing becomes the premiere 3D printing solution that combines exceptional design precision with functional strength. Engineers and designers no longer have to choose between visual accuracy and function as they can create prototypes and end-use parts without compromising aesthetics or durability. PolyJet ToughONE material features enhanced impact resistance and flexibility that allow for drillable, millable, and self-tapping features. This new material is an ideal choice for producing functional prototypes across all market segments. It is well-suited for creating accurate manufacturing aids, jigs, and fixtures, with the option for color labeling. Additionally, it is perfect for custom housings, brackets, and covers in consumer electronics, impact-resistant components, and robotic end-effectors for industrial applications. PolyJet ToughONE material also finds applications in many other key sectors such as automotive, consumer goods, and eyewear. 'Manufacturers are constantly balancing speed, cost, and performance when developing new products, and every unnecessary prototype iteration adds delays and expense,' said Rich Garrity, Chief Business Unit Officer at Stratasys. 'With ToughONE, we're giving engineers a material that lets them move from concept to functional testing faster, with precision and performance built in.' PolyJet ToughONE material also produces complex part geometries, including thin walls, snap fits, and living hinges, while maintaining high dimensional accuracy and surface quality. It integrates seamlessly with other PolyJet materials, allowing for hybrid models that combine different mechanical properties or different colors within a single part. Stratasys will debut its PolyJet ToughONE material and printed parts at RAPID 2025 in Detroit on April 9, showcasing how it streamlines workflows and boosts manufacturing efficiency across multiple industries. For more information, visit About Stratasys Stratasys is a global leader in additive manufacturing, transforming how things are made with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, consumer products, and education. Through its connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys delivers competitive advantages at every stage of the product lifecycle. The world's leading organizations trust Stratasys to transform product design, streamline manufacturing, and improve patient care. For more information, visit follow Stratasys on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X, or visit the Stratasys blog. Stratasys reserves the right to share material non-public information using its website and social media channels, as per SEC Regulation FD. Stratasys, PolyJet ToughONE, PolyJet and ToughONE are trademarks or registered trademarks of Stratasys Ltd. and/or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statement The statements in this press release relating to Stratasys' beliefs regarding the benefits consumers will experience from using the PolyJet ToughONE™, its time of general ability and other statements in this press release are forward-looking statements reflecting management's current expectations and beliefs. These forward-looking statements are based on current information that is, by its nature, subject to rapid and even abrupt change. Due to risks and uncertainties associated with Stratasys' business, actual results could differ materially from those projected or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the degree of our success at introducing new or improved products and solutions that gain market share; the degree of growth of the 3D printing market generally; the impact of potential shifts in the prices or margins of the products that we sell or services that we provide, including due to a shift towards lower-margin products or services; the impact of competition and new technologies; potential further charges against earnings that we could be required to take due to impairment of additional goodwill or other intangible assets; to the extent of our success at successfully consummating acquisitions or investments in new businesses, technologies, products or services; potential changes in our management and board of directors; global market, political and economic conditions, and in the countries in which we operate in particular; risks related to infringement of our intellectual property rights by others or infringement of others' intellectual property rights by us; the extent of our success at maintaining our liquidity and financing our operations and capital needs; the impact of tax regulations on our results of operations and financial condition; and other risk factors set forth under the caption 'Risk Factors' in Stratasys' most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 11th, 2024. Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the various disclosures made throughout our 2023 Annual Report and our other reports filed with or furnished to the SEC, which are designed to advise interested parties of the risks and factors that may affect our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects. Any guidance provided, and other forward-looking statements made, in this press release are made as of the date hereof, and Stratasys undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Stratasys Corporate, Israel & EMEA Erik Snider [email protected] +972 74 745 6053 Stratasys Corporate, North America & EMEA Chris Reese [email protected] +1 651 357 0877 Investor Relations Contact Yonah Lloyd [email protected] +972 74 745 4919 SOURCE: Stratasys Ltd. Copyright Business Wire 2025.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Accountant 2 Premiered At SXSW, And First Reactions Say Jon Bernthal Bolsters Ben Affleck's ‘Brother Buddy Comedy'
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Movie lovers at the South by Southwest are getting a first look at plenty of highly anticipated projects coming to the 2025 movie calendar, and that includes the next project from Ben Affleck — The Accountant 2. The upcoming action movie is a sequel to the 2016 flick that again centers around Affleck's autistic accountant Christian. Matt Damon showed up to support his BFF at the SXSW premiere in Texas, but what are audiences saying? In addition to Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal co-stars as Christian's estranged brother Braxton. Cynthia Addai-Robinson and J. K. Simmons reprise their roles from the first film as well, though the trailer confirms a big character death. Ranking the movie 8 out of 10, Ryan Scott of SlashFilm says The Accountant 2 is funnier than the first movie but not devoid of heart, and it makes Affleck's character more three dimensional. In short, it improves on its predecessor in every way, Scott says, writing: Is it sometimes outlandish? Completely, but since when did movies have to be realistic? Escapism often works very well when we can leave reality behind. What I can say with confidence is that anyone who enjoyed The Accountant will undoubtedly enjoy this follow-up. It's rare that sequels outdo what came before, but [director Gavin O'Connor] manages to do so here. This is pure popcorn entertainment, executed effectively. Let me put it this way: If they make three more Accountant movies, I will watch three more Accountant movies. Honestly, I hope they do. Nate Richard of Collider also gives the movie an 8 out of 10, praising the chemistry between Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal and the action scenes that easily one-up anything from The Accountant. As for Affleck's portrayal of a man on the autism spectrum, Richard notes that the sequel makes a concerted effort to represent neurodiversity without slipping into stereotypes. The critic says: Affleck plays Christian with more nuance than he did before. He's incredibly smart, but the movie goes a long way to show that he struggles with socializing with others. The movie also never relies too much on negative stereotypes, and the expanded role of Christian's nonverbal partner, Justine (Allison Robertson) shows those on the spectrum not as superheroes, but just people. Justine is highly skilled, but she still feels like a human being. Not just a walking stereotype. Lovia Gyarkye of THR agrees that the stars' portrayal of the brothers is what makes The Accountant 2 so successful, and that especially fans of the first movie will be rooting for this fraternal pair. Gyarkye continues: The Accountant 2 delivers as far as sequels without any real purpose go. O'Connor reunites with screenwriter Bill Dubuque to expand on Christian's wild universe of money laundering and hired assassins. Whereas The Accountant made well-intentioned but clumsy attempts to explore the life of a high-functioning autistic man, The Accountant 2 focuses on the relationship between Christian and his brother Brax, two characters fans have come to love. This is a fraternal buddy comedy dressed up as an intricate (read: convoluted), nail-biting thriller. Brian Tallerico of however, was less impressed with the movie overall, giving it 2 out of 4 stars. Tallerico agrees that the exploration of Christian's relationship with brother Brax is when The Accountant 2 is at its best, but Gavin O'Connor doesn't put the same amount of effort into making us care about the rest of the plot. In the critic's words: The Accountant 2 just doesn't build enough momentum. I think one of the reasons for that is that O'Connor is far more interested in the brother buddy comedy than the human trafficking action film, and never quite figures out how to blend the two. The film about two very different brothers who try to bridge the chasm of personality between them? Almost completely works. Everything else? Total hokum. Merging the two becomes an assignment too difficult for even The Accountant to decipher. Christian Zilko of IndieWire grades the movie a C+, writing that there's no real reason for this sequel to exist nine years later, but it improves on the first by giving Jon Bernthal a bigger piece of the pie. The Accountant 2 offers more laughs and more heart, Zilko concludes, writing: If there's one thing The Accountant 2 deserves credit for, it's figuring out that an autistic Ben Affleck is simply not enough to carry an action movie on his own. Christian Wolff might actually be one of Affleck's better acting jobs in recent years, but he works far better as a foil than a leading man. Bernthal shows up with buckets of charm to share the heavy lifting, making Affleck's accountant seem more sympathetic and competent by comparison. And with the two men enjoying equal time in the spotlight, the film's moments of levity seem more like brotherly razzing than cruel jabs at a disabled man. We've still got a while to wait before The Accountant 2 hits theaters on Friday, April 25, so if you want to catch up on what you missed the first time around, The Accountant can be streamed with either a Max subscription or Amazon Prime Video subscription. And, if you did enjoy these characters in the first movie, critics' first reactions seem to indicate you'll be happy with the sequel. While we wait for its release date, be sure to check out Ben Affleck's other upcoming projects.
