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‘It’s an opportunity for bonding’ – my quest to become a Black dad who can do his daughters’ hair | Black British culture

‘It’s an opportunity for bonding’ – my quest to become a Black dad who can do his daughters’ hair | Black British culture

Published by Sam Flores

In the basement of Larry King’s salon in Marylebone, London, stylist and curly hair advocate Jennie Roberts is giving me a much-needed pep talk. “It’s all about education and making everything simplified,” she says, perhaps sensing my apprehension as I stand uneasily before her with a comb in hand. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. “It’s not a big effort, it is not going to cost a lot of money. Managing curly hair, once you know how, is easy,” Roberts says. “It really is. It’s easier than trying to hide it anyway.” The curly hair in question isn’t mine but that of my two daughters, aged three and four-and-a-half. After months of screaming and unsatisfying results, I’ve taken it upon myself to learn the basics of caring for their hair, which is a combination of my mixed-race afro curls and my wife’s straighter Spanish locks. Roberts, who has styled everyone from Thandiwe Newton to Mel B and now offers courses for handling …

David’s Quest to Become the Ultimate Status Protein Bar

David’s Quest to Become the Ultimate Status Protein Bar

Published by Sam Flores

Standing 17 feet tall in a glimmer of white marble at the Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence is the statue of David, his musculature carefully chiseled by the hand of Michelangelo, a portrait of the biblical hero who, despite all odds, defeated Goliath. The unlikely eponym follows more than 500 years later, gleaming from the shelves of most major supermarkets, gyms, and convenience stores across America today. It is, of course, the David Bar, easily identified by its shiny gold packaging and bold block letters. Its cofounder, Peter Rahal, started the company alongside Zach Ranen after selling his first, RxBar, to Kellogg’s for $600 million in 2017. Since David’s debut, it’s grown into a $725 million business. Its main investors include podcaster and neuroscientist Andrew Huberman and longevity guru Peter Attia (who now serves as the company’s chief science officer); their combined Instagram followings of 9.4 million helped catapult the status protein bar to mainstream popularity. In the fall, David moved into a new office to accommodate their rapid expansion. Rahal emerges from his desk, tall, …

Anime Final Quest codes: Full list of codes for January 2026

Anime Final Quest codes: Full list of codes for January 2026

Published by Daniella Wilson

There are plenty of samey anime games on Roblox, so dungeon scroller Anime Final Quest is a real breath of fresh air. And, like many other Roblox games, there are plenty of Anime Final Quest codes that you can use to earn free rewards. When it comes to codes, we don’t mess around – you can check out our codes pages for games like Blox Fruits, 99 Nights in the Forest, The Forge, Jujutsu Infinite, Steal the Brainrot and more. But if you’re here for Anime Final Quest codes, you can read on for the full list of codes that you can redeem in January 2026. Anime Final Quest codes: Full list of codes for January 2026 Here is a full list of currently available codes for Anime Final Quest: Active codes THEFORGERISNICE – 5x Ice Ore, 5x Wind Ore, 5x Nature Ore, 10,000x Gold (NEW) HYPETHERELEASE – 10x Lucky Weapon Spins, 15x Lucky Gear Spins, 10x Runes, 15,000x Gold (NEW) Want to see this content? We’re not able to show you this content from …

Whispering Power: Theon Design’s Quest for the Ultimate 911

Whispering Power: Theon Design’s Quest for the Ultimate 911

Published by skeptic

Theon Design has elevated the art of bespoke automotive restoration with its latest Porsche 911 commission. This reimagined 911 (964) seamlessly combines the timeless appeal of classic design with the precision of modern engineering. The result is a vehicle that embodies a harmonious blend of heritage, performance, and personalized luxury. Designed for a British client, this masterpiece is tailored for optimal usability on UK roads, showcasing Theon Design’s expertise in crafting vehicles that honor tradition while embracing innovation. Timeless Design Meets Modern Craftsmanship The restoration process begins with an unwavering focus on design. The car’s exterior is finished in a nostalgic “Medium Ivory” paint, complemented by Grand Prix White stripes and Copper Brown Metallic accents. These carefully chosen details evoke the spirit of the 1970s, striking a balance between vintage charm and contemporary sophistication. The addition of Polished Eclipse Chrome further enhances the aesthetic, creating a seamless blend of old-world elegance and modern refinement. To achieve both aesthetic and functional excellence, Theon Design incorporates aerospace-grade carbon fiber composites into the body panels. This motorsport-grade material …

Well, there goes the metaverse!

Well, there goes the metaverse!

Published by skeptic

Meta’s enormous bet on virtual reality ended last week, with the company reportedly laying off roughly 1,500 employees from its Reality Labs division — about 10% of the unit’s staff — and shutting down several VR game studios, according to The Wall Street Journal. It’s a huge reversal for a company that, just four years ago, staked its entire identity on the concept. Few are going to miss it. As industry watchers might remember, Facebook rebranded itself as Meta in 2021, promising to usher in a new era of technology led by VR devices. In part, the decision was a bet on Gen Z’s preference to socialize in online games like Fortnite and Roblox as opposed to traditional social media apps. The change also helped Meta distance itself from the negativity surrounding its Facebook brand. Over the years, the brand had been damaged by data privacy scandals like Cambridge Analytica; reports from Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen, who shared documents indicating Facebook knew of its negative impacts on children and teens; Congressional hearings over Facebook’s digital …

I Went on a Quest to Fix My Metabolism. Here’s What I Learned

I Went on a Quest to Fix My Metabolism. Here’s What I Learned

Published by Jenni Sidey

My metabolism, it seems, has fallen off a cliff. I first noticed that things weren’t quite as they should be this past spring. After last year’s period of festive indulgence, I hit the gym again, dialed up my running, and locked in my diet in the same way I have been doing for the past five years. Only, at age 35, all my usual hacks didn’t seem to be having the same effect. I’ve never been super in shape, but usually a few weeks of work would leave me fairly happy with how I looked. Now, no matter how much I run or diet, I can’t seem to lose weight. “We’re cooked,” says my friend Joel when I bring this up. Joel has an active job, and he’s been running 40 miles a week to and from work—and he has kids to keep him busy. But we’re both in the same boat. “I’m not losing any weight, even with all this running,” he tells me. Instead of giving in to the cruel ravages of time, …

Amazon is selling the Meta Quest 3S for as low as 0 (and it comes with a free credit)

Amazon is selling the Meta Quest 3S for as low as $250 (and it comes with a free $50 credit)

Published by skeptic

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Meta’s Quest 3S is a great entry point into the world of virtual reality. It’s better than the Quest 2, introducing several improvements to “performance, capabilities, and user experience,” according to ZDNET managing editor Kerry Wan, who reviewed the device in 2024. Most importantly, it’s cheaper than the $500 Quest 3 — especially since Amazon is once again offering a great deal on the headset in the lead-up to the new year.  Also: I recommend bringing these 6 wellness gadgets into 2026 – here’s why For a limited time, you can buy the Meta Quest 3S off the retailer for $349, a $50 discount. That’s not all. You’ll also receive a free $50 Amazon digital credit that you can redeem after purchase to spend how you’d like at the online giant. The digital credit is a bonus with several discounted Quest 3S bundles, including the cheapest $250 Meta Quest 3S Gorilla Tag bundle and the $349 Meta Quest 3S Batman: Arkham Shadow bundle.  This digital credit …

What “Marty Supreme” loses in its quest to be the best

What “Marty Supreme” loses in its quest to be the best

Published by Sam Flores

One Friday morning last November, A24 and Timothée Chalamet cross-posted an 18-minute-long video to their respective social media platforms. The clip, cleverly titled“Timothee_Chalamet_internal_brand_marketing_meeting_MartySpreme_11.08.2025.mp4,” sees Chalamet playing a version of himself in a fake Zoom meeting with what is ostensibly A24’s marketing team for the actor’s latest film, “Marty Supreme,” ready to bounce their ideas off the Chalamet. To the team’s surprise, Chalamet has come prepared with his own set of promotional tactics for director Josh Safdie’s breakneck-paced film about Marty Mauser, a fictional 1950s ping-pong prodigy who will stop at nothing to achieve greatness. Chalamet’s marketing deck is full of outrageous, sky-high ideas, like an orange blimp that drops ping pong balls as it sails over Los Angeles. When a member of the marketing team chimes in to suggest that might be a safety hazard, Chalamet volleys back: “If it’s the difference between someone losing an arm putting out the movie, but someone gaining an arm intellectually when they see it, I’m a fan of the latter.” (A24) Timothée Chalamet as Marty Mauser in “Marty …