Archive for March 2026
Lived-In Luxury: How 2026 Interiors Embrace Comfort, Craft, and Character
In 2026, designers are moving away from perfectly staged interiors and embracing a more authentic approach to home design known as “lived-in luxury.” Instead of focusing on pristine showrooms and flawless styling, this growing movement prioritizes comfort, durability, and emotional connection. The goal is simple: create homes that look beautiful but also function naturally as…
Read MoreReformed Gangster Disciple Leader Harold ‘Noonie G’ Ward Returns to the Block in Fourth Book, ‘Altgeld’
Harold “Noonie G” Ward, a former Gangster Disciple leader turned community activist, youth mentor, and entrepreneur, returns to the streets of his youth in his fourth book, Altgeld. Drawing from his lived experience in Altgeld Gardens, one of Chicago’s most storied South Side housing complexes, Ward delivers a gripping work of fiction grounded in the…
Read MoreStablecoins Surge to Record 10.19% Market Share Amid Crypto Rebound
Stablecoins are reaching new heights in 2026. Just three months after their market capitalization surpassed $300 billion, stablecoins have claimed an all-time high market share of 10.19%, according to TechGaged.com. Historically hovering between 7% and 9.8%, this milestone underscores the growing role of stablecoins as a cornerstone of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Ever since their inception,…
Read MoreAmerica’s Furry Winter Athletes Gathered at Liberty Science Center
Liberty Science Center in Jersey City celebrated winter sports with a special opportunity to meet some of the United States’ happiest—and furriest—athletes. From Jan. 17 to 19, visitors got up close with Alex Crossett, a two-time Dryland Musher with Odin Eye Canines, and her team of six professional sled dogs, affectionately known as “muttskies.” Crossett,…
Read MoreTony Winners Beth Leavel, Matt Doyle, Marissa Jaret Winokur Lead World Premiere of Matthew Lombardo Comedy ‘When Playwrights Kill’ at Huntington Theatre
Theater fans have reason to celebrate this spring as When Playwrights Kill, a brand-new backstage comedy by Matthew Lombardo (Tea at Five), makes its world premiere at The Huntington Theatre. Running from April 3 through April 18, this strictly limited engagement features a powerhouse cast including Tony Award winners Beth Leavel (The Prom), Matt Doyle…
Read MorePsychotherapist Dr. Teresa Taylor Williams Joins Dr. Bob Lee to Tackle Mental Health Stigma in the Black Community
OPEN Monday host Doctor Bob Lee sits down with Dr. Teresa Taylor Williams, MS, HS-BCP, Licensed and Board Certified Psychotherapist, Professor, and the Owner, Publisher and Executive Director of the New York Trend Newspaper, joins the show to speak about the importance of prioritizing mental health discussions in the black community and much more.
Read MoreSite Impact: Florida’s Martech Innovator Turning Data Into Real-Time Marketing Results
Florida-based marketing technology firm Site Impact is quietly reshaping how brands approach multi-channel campaigns, moving beyond dashboards and analytics to deliver real-time, actionable results. Under the leadership of CEO and President Jennifer Gressman, the company has evolved from a regional email marketing provider into a national player serving Fortune 500 brands, agencies, and small businesses.…
Read MoreNew York Trend NYC: February 26 – March 4, 2026
Forget Chocolates and Flowers: Luxe Gifts to Win Her Heart
Love can be complicated, but gifting doesn’t have to be. It’s time to trade the usual chocolates and roses for gifts that are cozy, chic, and just a little sparkly. From cashmere hats to sequined clutches, the perfect present is one that combines comfort with style—and you can snag it all directly from Nordstrom. For…
Read MoreFolium Launches New Website, Showcasing Master Goldsmith Myles Ryan’s Signature Jewelry Collections
Folium, the luxury jewelry studio founded by award-winning goldsmith Myles Ryan, has unveiled its new website, www.foliumjewels.com, marking a new chapter for the brand. The digital platform offers an immersive exploration of Folium’s philosophy, founder, and four signature collections—Florilegia, Quadrafolium, Serpentis, and Nectere—each reflecting Ryan’s devotion to hand engraving, natural architecture, and symbolic design. Designed…
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