The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics

Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here’s an offering of the best … Read more

How Russ Vought’s ‘trademark chaos’ is shaking up the shutdown fight

Russ Vought careened into the escalating government shutdown fight this week, threatening mass layoffs of federal workers if Democrats don’t capitulate to President Donald Trump and fellow Republicans. For those who know the White House budget director’s long history in Washington, it was only a matter of time. “You could have anticipated what was coming,” … Read more

James Talarico on immigration, his faith, and how Democrats are getting it wrong

James Talarico is a Texas state representative who’s recently announced his candidacy for U.S. Senate. He’s a Democrat, but not afraid to criticize some aspects of his party. “National Democrats have talked about defending democracy or protecting institutions,” he said. “But, this democracy of ours doesn’t work for a lot of people in this country. … Read more

Epstein estate turns over new documents

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee has received new materials from the estate of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The delivery of documents comes in response to a recent letter from congressional investigators to the estate, requesting cash ledgers, message logs, calendars and flight logs in the estate’s possession. “[T]he Epstein estate has … Read more

Milan: Made in Italy dazzles with Emporio Armani, Moschino and Roberto Cavalli

Published September 26, 2025 Milan Fashion Week, dedicated to women’s ready-to-wear for spring/summer 2026, cast the spotlight on the heavyweights of Made in Italy on Thursday. In the afternoon, following Max Mara and Prada, it was the turn of Emporio Armani, Moschino and Roberto Cavalli to make their voices heard, loud and clear. They delivered … Read more

K-Way, Pyrenex and Flotte tap French designers for fall collaborations

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published September 25, 2025 The new-season period is a strategic moment for fashion brands, particularly for outerwear labels, which view collaborations as a way to offer exclusive pieces and capture consumers’ attention. K-Way x Soeur: technical know-how and elegance The K-Way x Soeur collection – DR Italian brand K-Way, founded … Read more

Banana Republic launches ‘Archive’ celebrate heritage

Published September 25, 2025 Banana Republic introduced on Thursday a new destination celebrating the brand’s most iconic vintage pieces from the ’70s, ’80s, and ‘90s. Banana Republic Archive launches to celebrate its heritage. – Banana Republic Dubbed “Banana Republic Archive”, the initiative features limited-edition drops and immersive storytelling, debuting alongside Abandoned Republic, a digital collection of catalogs … Read more

Memo Paris teams up with artist Jean Jullien for Odéon fragrance relaunch

Published September 25, 2025 Memo Paris has tapped French painter and illustrator Jean Jullien for a fresh take on one of its most beloved fragrances, Odéon. Memo Paris’s Odéon X Jean Jullien collaboration – Courtesy The collaboration sees the Parisian perfumer relaunch the scent—first introduced five years ago—in a limited-edition bottle adorned with Jullien’s signature … Read more