Archive for August 2026
PlayChange Launches ‘Round One,’ Taking Aim at Athlete-Owned Gaming
PlayChange.io is betting that the future of sports gaming will be about more than simply playing a game. In celebration of National Video Game Day, the company announced “Round One,” a major launch initiative designed to introduce the next phase of its athlete-owned gaming ecosystem. The rollout will include an August playable demo, new community…
Read More‘The Outsiders’ Cast Recording Surpasses 100 Million Streams Worldwide
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical The Outsiders is reaching another milestone, with its Grammy-nominated Original Broadway Cast Recording surpassing 100 million streams worldwide. Released by Sony Masterworks Broadway, the recording has now been streamed more than 100 million times across digital platforms and continues to attract more than 100,000 streams each day. The milestone comes…
Read MoreLume and Jergens Bring Playful New Scents to Summer Body Care
Summer beauty is getting a sweeter twist as Lume and Jergens introduce new body-care products designed to bring bright fragrances, nostalgic scents and everyday skincare benefits to the season. Lume’s latest launch, Summer Peach Smooth Solid Whole Body Deodorant, is now available on Amazon for $15. The limited-time summer scent combines the brand’s whole-body odor…
Read MoreWhy Summer Travel Stress May Be About More Than Traffic and Delays
Summer travel can test even the most patient person. From crowded airports and delayed flights to traffic jams and long security lines, the pressure to get somewhere on time can quickly turn a relaxing vacation into a stressful experience. With a record 72.2 million Americans traveling over the July Fourth weekend and millions more taking…
Read MoreEdy Modica Brings Her Offbeat Comedy to the Screen With Debut Special
Edy Modica is taking her distinctive brand of comedy from supporting roles and short films to the spotlight with her debut stand-up special, I’M JUST LIKE YOU (AND IT SUCKS). The New York-based comedian, filmmaker, actor and writer’s first comedy special premiered on VEEPS June 26 and is building toward a wider release on YouTube…
Read More8 Travel Essentials to Pack for Your Next European Summer Adventure
A European summer vacation can mean long flights, crowded airports, cobblestone streets and hours spent exploring unfamiliar cities. The right travel essentials can make the journey more comfortable — and sometimes a little more enjoyable. From compact skincare products to clever ways to carry your valuables, these eight finds are designed to fit easily into…
Read MoreL’Appartement Gallery Brings ‘Melting Beauty’ to Antiparos, Greece
Geneva-based L’Appartement Gallery is taking its contemporary art program beyond its home city for the first time with Melting Beauty, a group exhibition opening July 30 on the Greek island of Antiparos. Curated by writer and curator Craig Burnett, the exhibition will run through August 31, bringing together 16 artists from different generations and cultural…
Read MoreBryant Park’s Free Concert Series Continues Through September With Music, Dance and a September 11 Tribute
There is still plenty of free live music ahead this summer at Bryant Park, with the 2026 Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America continuing through September with a lineup spanning gospel, indie rock, global music, jazz, brass and dance. The remaining schedule begins with the Choir Festival on Friday, August 21, bringing three vocal…
Read MoreMinneapolis’ Children’s Theatre Company Expands Core Company to Include New Generation of Artists
The Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) is expanding its longtime company model, creating a new permanent Core Company that brings actors, directors, designers and other theater artists together under one artistic umbrella. The Minneapolis-based organization, which bills itself as the Tony Award-winning flagship theater for multigenerational audiences in North America, announced the new Core Company on…
Read More3 Beach Bag Essentials to Get You Through the Final Days of Summer
Summer may be winding down, but there are still plenty of beach weekends left — and packing the right products can make the difference between a relaxing day by the water and spending the evening dealing with dry skin, discomfort and exhaustion. A recent Cape Cod weekend put three beach bag products to the test,…
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