Under the Skin

Street Sense Media has published a movie review of "Under the Skin," Jonathan Glazer's science-fiction film starring Scarlett Johansson as an alien predator in Scotland. The review is drawing attention to the 2013 film, which remains known for its stark visuals and unsettling atmosphere. No further details of the critique are available beyond the review's publication.

Overwatch players are warning that support role queue times could balloon when season 5 launches, citing the arrival of a new support hero named Doctrine, a Mythic weapon for Lucio, a Mythic skin for Wuyang, and Sombra being moved into the support role. The combination of new content and role changes is expected to push more players toward support queues than usual.

Filmmaker Danny Boyle has publicly endorsed British actor Jack O'Connell as the next James Bond, adding his name to the long-running speculation over who will replace Daniel Craig as 007. O'Connell, known for roles in 'Skins' and 'Unbroken', is among a crowded field of British actors fans and commentators keep debating for the iconic role.

Researchers at the University of Tokyo have grown living human skin on a robotic finger, a bioengineering milestone reported by tech media. The cultured skin, built from human cells, covers the robotic digit and could one day give robots a lifelike appearance and touch sensitivity, with applications also envisioned in cosmetics testing and regenerative medicine.

Wards at a hospital have been closed following a scabies outbreak, according to BBC and Yahoo News reports. Scabies, a contagious skin infestation caused by mites, spreads quickly in healthcare settings, and closures are typically used to allow deep cleaning and prevent transmission between patients and staff. Details on which hospital is affected, how many cases have been confirmed, and when the wards will reopen have not yet been made clear.

Privacy discussions are highlighting that even with privacy-friendly apps, Android phones from manufacturers like Samsung and Xiaomi still run a manufacturer skin and keep communicating with Google. The suggested long-term fix is switching to alternative systems such as /e/OS or GrapheneOS, which strip out Google services for users seeking to limit data sharing.

Coverage of day four of the EADV 2026 congress highlights discussions on precision medicine and the use of real-world evidence to shape the future of dermatologic care. Dermatology specialists and commentators are weighing how personalized treatment approaches and data from everyday clinical practice could change how skin conditions are diagnosed and managed going forward.

Milan Fashion Week is under way, and coverage from the scene highlights a run of bold, skin-baring trends: bra tops worn as outerwear, thong detailing, and furry heels on the runway and street style. Fashion watchers are treating the diary-style dispatch as a snapshot of the week's most talked-about looks from Italy's biggest fashion event.

A passage from one of the oldest known Buddhist texts, likely composed two to three centuries after the Buddha's death, is being shared as an early description of mind-body dualism. It likens the mind leaving the body to a reed drawn from its sheath, a sword from its scabbard, or a snake shedding its skin, framing mind and body as distinct things.

New Jersey health officials are reminding residents to keep taking precautions against mosquito-borne illnesses. The state is advising people to use insect repellent, remove standing water around their homes, and cover exposed skin, particularly during peak mosquito activity. The reminder comes as mosquito season continues across the state and officials monitor for diseases such as West Nile virus.

Fashion model Sunhee K, represented by Make Model, features in a new editorial shoot pairing a draped cream coat with a black bikini look. The styling contrasts soft textures with sun-kissed skin, and captions describe her as projecting effortless confidence with an intimate gaze. The images are drawing attention among fashion followers interested in editorial model work.

A home canning enthusiast describes topping up a boiler with water and grapes for another round of boiling, adding to what has already reduced. The idea is that the skins and stems give the mix extra flavour, with the leftovers to be cleared out on the next batch. It is a small update from a seasonal fruit-preserving project.

Fortnite took its servers offline on October 1 for scheduled downtime to roll out the Fortnitemares 2026 Halloween event. The update adds major crossovers including Five Nights at Freddy's, Freddy Krueger and Hollow Knight, along with 42 new sprites and a fresh cinematic trailer. Players are searching for when servers will be back online so they can access the new skins and spooky seasonal content.

Trade outlet Nutritional Outlook has published an overview of the skin care supplement trends manufacturers should watch in 2026. The piece examines where the beauty-from-within category is heading and what product developers may need to consider for the year ahead. It is aimed at industry professionals tracking demand for ingestible beauty products.

Fortnite servers are offline on October 1 as Epic Games takes the game down for scheduled maintenance ahead of the Fortnitemares 2026 Halloween event. The update brings a Five Nights at Freddy's crossover, a cinematic trailer revealing Freddy Krueger, and a wave of new skins and collaborations. Players are searching for when servers will be back up so they can jump into the seasonal content.

Nutricosmetics — beauty supplements taken for skin, hair and nail health — are expected to develop around multifunctional products that serve several health goals at once, alongside innovation targeting the gut microbiome. Industry coverage suggests brands see combined beauty-and-wellness formulas and microbiome-focused ingredients as the main growth drivers in the segment going forward.

Vanderbilt Health has been chosen to lead a national consortium focused on life-threatening drug reactions affecting the skin. The consortium will coordinate research and clinical efforts around severe cutaneous adverse reactions, which can be fatal and are often caused by common medications. The announcement was made through Vanderbilt's own health news channels, with further details about funding and partner institutions not yet disclosed.

Utah has granted startup Nolla Health approval to begin issuing prescriptions for acne treatments generated automatically by artificial intelligence. The move marks one of the first times a US state has allowed an AI system to handle prescribing directly for a common skin condition. Supporters see it as a step toward faster, cheaper access to care, while the decision is likely to fuel debate over safety and oversight of automated medical decisions.

American sculptor Kennedy Yanko is presenting new work in Paris that takes Mary Magdalene as its subject, drawing on the biblical figure as a muse for her material-driven practice. Yanko, known for combining painted metal with found objects and skin-like fabric, uses the Magdalene theme to explore ideas of femininity, transformation and reclamation, and the show is drawing attention from the international art world during the Paris season.

Scarlett Johansson's skincare brand The Outset is shutting down. The actress co-founded the clean beauty label, which launched in 2022 and positioned itself as an affordable, gentle skincare line. The closure marks the end of her venture into the beauty business, and reactions online are discussing what led the celebrity-backed brand to cease operations.

The Traitors has claimed its first victim, with Richard E Grant working to save himself as the reality contest gets under way. The celebrity edition, airing on the BBC, has drawn early attention as contestants begin betraying one another and viewers speculate about who is faithful and who is a traitor.