I was hypnotized by the Four Seasons Hotel’s ‘resident healer’ and was pleasantly surprised by the eccentric $285 treatment. Here’s what it was like.

Four Seasons hypnotism session Hannah Towey/Insider The Four Seasons Hotel spa in New York offers consultations with “certified spiritual healers.” From chakra healing to astrology, the unique offerings tap into a $639 billion wellness tourism market.  I’d choose the spa’s hour-long hypnosis session over spending the same amount of money on a massage. Luxury hotels…

The pound falls again versus the dollar after the Bank of England says it’s monitoring financial markets following the currency’s slide to a record low

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey. Dan Kitwood/WPA Pool/Getty Images The pound after the Bank of England said it’s closely monitoring financial markets.  The BoE didn’t say it would take emergency action to stem the decline of the pound, which hit a record low earlier Monday.    The pound fell by nearly 2% after the…

Aphex Twin’s free ‘sample mashing’ app feeds on your music library

Aphex Twin is finally ready to offer his mutation-driven music software to the world. Pitchforknotes Aphex Twin (aka Richard James) and engineer Dave Griffiths have released Samplebrain, a free “sample mashing” app that turns audio files from your computer into sample blocks you can use for projects. You can recreate a sample using tracks in…

The best health gadgets to accurately track your body metrics

Want to live your healthiest life? Fitness trackers and health-monitoring devices make attaining a fit body more doable. The best health-tracking gadgets go way beyond counting steps and calories. They give actual data on body composition, hydration levels, and much more. Related: The ultimate workout gadgets guide for your daily fitness routine Smart body scales…