THE SMALL TALK

FASHION: Zendaya joins On Running as an ambassador.

Zendaya is On Running’s latest ambassador. This partnership is a big move for the brand as they expand into tennis and apparel, making the most of Zendaya’s Challengers hype. She’ll be working on collections, campaigns, and content all about movement and well-being, blending sport, fashion, and culture. Their journey starts with a short film, ‘Dream Together’, highlighting how sport brings people together.

TECH: Nvidia overtakes Apple.

Nvidia has overtaken Apple to become the world's second most valuable company, hitting a $3.01 trillion market value, driven by the booming demand for AI technology. Despite Apple's recent struggles with iPhone sales and competition, Nvidia's dominance in AI chip production has solidified its position just behind Microsoft.

WORLD: Mexico's first female president.

Claudia Sheinbaum has made history as Mexico's first female president, winning a landslide victory with 58-60% of the vote. Formerly the mayor of Mexico City and a climate scientist, Sheinbaum’s victory is a major milestone in a country known for its male-dominated culture. As president, she will tackle challenges like cartel violence and manage relations with the US.

HEALTH: UK faces STI surge.

The UK is experiencing a surge in STIs, with gonorrhoea and syphilis rates hitting their highest levels since WWII. Over 85,000 gonorrhoea and 9,500 syphilis cases were reported in 2023. This spike is attributed to dating apps, easy access to porn, and reduced funding for sexual health clinics. While antibiotics can treat these infections, resistant strains are emerging.

• Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour comes to the UK today.

• Real Madrid win the Champions League!

• Erewhon’s latest $9 smoothie, created with sunscreen brand Vacation, features flavours of coconut, banana, Tahitian vanilla, and aloe.

• A Peaky Blinders film has been confirmed, starring Cillian Murphy.

• Instagram is testing unskippable ads with countdown timers, sparking backlash.

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This week’s Little Black Book is all about Paris and today, we’re sharing our favorite matcha spots.

Be My Eyes is an incredible app that connects visually impaired users with sighted volunteers through video calls, helping with tasks like reading labels, navigating surroundings, and identifying items. It’s completely free and a fantastic way to make a positive impact!