Vet dishes on the five pets he would never own – including one he struggles to say ‘goodbye’ to

Vet dishes on the five pets he would never own – including one he struggles to say ‘goodbye’ to

A British vet called Ben has dished on the five animals he would never own. Ben has shared in a now-viral video the five species of pet that he either wouldn’t have or “would think very carefully before getting”. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Vet dishes on the five animals he would never own as pets. … Read more

New to riding a sleeper train? Here’s the best way to book tickets

New to riding a sleeper train? Here’s the best way to book tickets

As more people reconsider how they travel on a warming planet, a small but growing contingent in Europe wants to switch from high-emission, short-haul planes to more climate-friendly sleeper trains. But for all the climate benefits — plus the enduring romance of overnight train journeys — it’s not always simple building a vacation around them. … Read more

The Iconic launches its Afterpay Day 2024 sale more than a week early with up to 30 per cent off

The Iconic launches its Afterpay Day 2024 sale more than a week early with up to 30 per cent off

Afterpay Day will officially kick off on March 14 but The Iconic has jumped the gun with its up to 30 per cent off sale more than a week earlier. Shoppers can pick up a range of clothing, makeup, bags, sunglasses and sportswear at a discount, with the price altering when you add your favourite … Read more

US poet laureate Ada Limón to launch book and parks project ‘You Are Here’

US poet laureate Ada Limón to launch book and parks project ‘You Are Here’

NEW YORK — The U.S. poet laureate, Ada Limón, is launching her intended signature project in April, which is National Poetry Month. The project is called “You Are Here” and includes an anthology of nature poems and visits to seven national parks. “I wanted something that could both praise our sacred and natural wonders and … Read more

A painting by Denmark’s artistic Queen Margrethe exceeds expectations at auction

A painting by Denmark’s artistic Queen Margrethe exceeds expectations at auction

COPENHAGEN, Denmark — An abstract painting by Denmark’s Queen Margrethe, who surprised her country by abdicating earlier this year, has been sold at a Copenhagen auction at 160,000 kroner ($23,300) — exceeding the estimated price of 75,000-100,000 ($11,000-14,550) The artistic works of the 83-year queen has long been publicly known, and several of her paintings … Read more

The secret tool Victoria Beckham swears by with her models on the runway

The secret tool Victoria Beckham swears by with her models on the runway

When Victoria Beckham debuted her highly-anticipated collection on the Paris runway last week, there was one thing on my mind (bar the incredible clothes). How did the models get their low ponytails so glossy, sleek and shiny? Well, now Best Picks can reveal that the secret behind the models’ oh-so-shiny locks was none other than … Read more

Home and Away star Ada Nicodemou wows in sizzling new pictures

Home and Away star Ada Nicodemou wows in sizzling new pictures

Home and Away star Ada Nicodemou has shared a series of sizzling pictures that show the popular actress as you’ve never seen her before. “On Wednesdays we wear Sass and Bide,” the carousel of pictures was captioned on Instagram. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Ada Nicodemou on The Morning Show. Stream Home and Away free on … Read more

This Rome atelier is behind many an Oscar for costume design. Will ‘Napoleon’ be next?

This Rome atelier is behind many an Oscar for costume design. Will ‘Napoleon’ be next?

ROME — For nearly six decades, the Tirelli atelier in Rome has woven itself into the fabric of Italian and international film history, earning the nickname the “Oscar tailor’s shop” for its contribution to cinematic costume design. Established in November 1964 by the late Umberto Tirelli, the shop has been behind 17 Academy Awards for … Read more

McDonald’s is giving away free food this week – here’s how

McDonald’s is giving away free food this week – here’s how

McDonald’s is giving away free fries and soft drinks at all restaurants across the country for the next seven days. From today until Tuesday March 12, customers can score a free small fries and small soft drink with every purchase of the McCrispy or McCrispy Deluxe when they order via the MyMacca’s app. McDonald’s Australia … Read more