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ABC News
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Lorde reborn
Lorde's fourth studio album Virgin is a rebirth for a generational artist still in her 20s. Ella Yelich-O'Connor became a household name as a teenager after her debut album Pure Heroine delivered a new minimalist art-pop sound with hip hop production and a persona of magnetic self-assurance. The albums that followed represented two very different coming of age moments – 2017's Melodrama and 2021's Solar Power – for a young artist confronted with fame. Now, after over a decade in the public eye, Virgin walks the tightrope between experimentation and hitmaking pop, metaphorical obscurity and confessional sincerity. Ella joins Andy via zoom. Composer Christine Pan's new song cycle The Parts We Give has already had multiple lives. It's being performed live this weekend with two singers (Megan Kim and Wesley Yu) who perform the roles of Jiejie and Didi ('sister' and 'brother'). But it's also a DIY video game. Producer Ce talks to Christine about how operatic vocals, glitchy hyperpop, and 8-bit gameplay can tell the story of love in a Chinese-Australian home. The Parts We Give is at ESCAC by Brand X in Sydney, 27-28 June You can play the game via Fable Arts here Music heard in the show: Title: Royals Artist: Lorde Composer: Ella Yelich O'Connor, Joel Little Album: Pure Heroine Label: Sony Title: Man of the Year, Shapeshifter, Clearblue, Hammer Artist: Lorde Composer: Ella Yelich O'Connor, James Harmon Stack Album: Virgin Label: Universal Title: Ribs Artist: Lorde Composer: Ella Yelich O'Connor, Joel Little Album: Pure Heroine Label: Sony Title: Barangaroo Baby, Jiejie (extracts from The Parts We Give) Artist: Megan Kim, Wesley Yu Composer: Christine Pan Development recording courtesy of the composer Title: Carpet Artist: Brian Campeau Composer: Brian Campeau Album: Brian Campeau Presents Jo Dellin and the Bone Spurs Label: Art As Catharsis The Music Show is made on Gadigal, Gundungurra, Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung, Yuggera and Turrbal land Technical production by Dylan Prins, Brendan O'Neill, and Roi Huberman
Time Business News
3 days ago
- Health
- Time Business News
Finding the Best Niacinamide Serum in Pakistan: A Real-World Guide
Let me tell you why my dermatologist friends can't stop recommending niacinamide serums. In our Pakistani climate – whether you're battling Karachi's humidity or Lahore's pollution – this ingredient is like a superhero for your skin. I've tried countless serums over the years, and nothing has transformed my combination skin like a good niacinamide formula. After testing over 15 local brands (and spending way too much money), here's what I've learned makes the difference between an okay serum and a holy-grail product: The Right Concentration: 5-10% is the sweet spot – strong enough to work but gentle enough for daily use Supporting Ingredients: Look for zinc (controls oil) or hyaluronic acid (adds hydration) Texture: Should absorb quickly without pilling under makeup Packaging: Air-tight pumps beat dropper bottles for preserving potency Here are the ones that actually delivered results for me and my skincare-obsessed friends: For Oily/Acne-Prone Skin: Serum A: The only one that kept my shine under control during Karachi summers Serum B: Cleared up my stubborn chin acne in 3 weeks flat For Dry/Sensitive Skin: Serum C: Never irritated my skin, even during allergy season Serum D: The hydrating version that saved my winter skin Best Budget Find: Serum E: Performs like serums twice its price – my sister's favorite Pharmacy Hidden Gem: Serum F: What my dermatologist actually uses herself You'll find good options at: Local pharmacies (PKR 1,500-2,500) Beauty stores (PKR 2,000-4,000) Online (watch for fakes – I only trust verified sellers) Pro tip: Many medical skincare clinics now carry their own professional-grade versions that outperform commercial brands. I was skeptical at first – how could one serum do so much? But after struggling with post-acne marks for years, I saw noticeable fading in 6 weeks. My cousin (with super oily skin) found it reduced her midday shine. My mother (in her 50s) swears it softened her fine lines better than her expensive anti-aging cream. Not all niacinamide serums are created equal. I learned this the hard way when I bought a popular imported brand that broke me out (turns out it had irritating fragrance). Another time, a '10%' serum did nothing – later I realized it was poorly formulated. If I had to pick just one serum to recommend, it would be [Brand X]. It's the perfect balance of effective yet gentle, works for most skin types, and is reasonably priced. But honestly, the 'best' serum depends on your specific skin needs and you found your perfect best niacinamide serum in pakistan? I'm always looking for new recommendations – share your favorites in the comments! And if you're new to niacinamide, start with a small bottle to test before committing to the jumbo size (speaking from experience). TIME BUSINESS NEWS
