Ann Brown

Bootsy Collins Releases Soul-Stirring New Single ‘Is Anybody Out There?’ and Sparks National Awareness Campaign

By Ann Brown / December 19, 2025 / Comments Off on Bootsy Collins Releases Soul-Stirring New Single ‘Is Anybody Out There?’ and Sparks National Awareness Campaign

Legendary musician Bootsy Collins has unveiled his powerful new single, “Is Anybody Out There?”, now available via Roc Nation. Known for his unmistakable style and deep-rooted soul, Bootsy delivers a track that is both musically rich and emotionally raw — a heartfelt call for connection in a world where many feel unseen or unheard. The…

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Vilnius Goes Full Pink: Three-Day Pink Soup Fest Set for May 2026

By Ann Brown / December 19, 2025 / Comments Off on Vilnius Goes Full Pink: Three-Day Pink Soup Fest Set for May 2026

As London prepares for its glamorous Pink Ball, Vilnius, Lithuania, is turning the color pink into a full-blown citywide celebration. After a record-breaking year, the Vilnius Pink Soup Fest is returning on May 29–31, 2026, expanding from a one-day novelty into a three-day festival dedicated to Lithuania’s iconic cold beetroot soup, šaltibarščiai. The 2025 edition…

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MoMI and Tezos Foundation Expand Partnership to Explore Blockchain as Artistic Material

By Ann Brown / December 18, 2025 / Comments Off on MoMI and Tezos Foundation Expand Partnership to Explore Blockchain as Artistic Material

The Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) and the Tezos Foundation are deepening their collaboration with a new cycle of commissions on the Museum’s Herbert S. Schlosser Media Wall, running from November 2025 through January 2027. Building on their successful 2024 partnership, this initiative invites artists to explore blockchain technology as a creative medium, while…

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MoMI Presents ‘American Woman: Reframing ’70s Cinema’ – A Spotlight on Women in Film

By Ann Brown / December 18, 2025 / Comments Off on MoMI Presents ‘American Woman: Reframing ’70s Cinema’ – A Spotlight on Women in Film

Through January 4, the Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) will present American Woman: Reframing ’70s Cinema, a 27-film series celebrating the vital contributions of women stars and filmmakers during the transformative decade of the 1970s. The series shines a new light on female talent both in front of and behind the camera, revisiting classic…

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An Easy Escape From NYC: Cider Mills and Cozy Charm in Madison, Connecticut

By Ann Brown / December 17, 2025 / Comments Off on An Easy Escape From NYC: Cider Mills and Cozy Charm in Madison, Connecticut

Many New Yorkers are craving a quick escape that delivers seasonal traditions, and a sense of calm without the hassle of long drives or packed airports. Just under two hours from the city, Madison, Connecticut offers exactly that kind of autumn reset, anchored by a stay at The Homestead, a longtime family- and dog-friendly bed-and-breakfast…

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High in the Hills of Collio, Tenuta Stella Sets a Gold Standard for Organic Italian Winemaking

By Ann Brown / December 17, 2025 / Comments Off on High in the Hills of Collio, Tenuta Stella Sets a Gold Standard for Organic Italian Winemaking

Perched on the highest hills of Collio in Italy’s Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, Tenuta Stella has emerged as a compelling model of organic winemaking rooted in biodiversity, tradition, and place. Located in Dolegna del Collio, in the province of Gorizia, the estate offers a distinctive expression of one of Italy’s most respected white-wine territories, where nature…

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Books for You Winter Reads

By Ann Brown / December 17, 2025 / Comments Off on Books for You Winter Reads

What’s better than getting cozy on a cold winter day than with a good read. Here are few suggestions. ‘The House of My Mother: A Daughter’s Quest for Freedom‘ by Shari Franke In this deeply personal account, Franke—the eldest daughter in the now-infamous 8 Passengers YouTube family—recounts the hidden reality that existed behind the polished…

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Sky-High Sophistication: Rose Hill Rooftop Brings Luxe Dining and Stunning Manhattan Views

By Ann Brown / December 16, 2025 / Comments Off on Sky-High Sophistication: Rose Hill Rooftop Brings Luxe Dining and Stunning Manhattan Views

Two of New York City’s most influential hospitality minds have joined forces to introduce a striking new addition to Manhattan’s skyline. Kanvar Singh of KS Hospitality Group and Jimmy Rizvi of Bungalow have unveiled Rose Hill Rooftop, a sophisticated, sky-high destination perched atop the Park South Hotel. Designed to energize the historic Rose Hill neighborhood,…

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Travel With Intention: Hilton Says 2026 Is the Year of the ‘Whycation,’ Not the Destination

By Ann Brown / December 16, 2025 / Comments Off on Travel With Intention: Hilton Says 2026 Is the Year of the ‘Whycation,’ Not the Destination

As travel enters 2026, the question guiding trips is no longer “Where are we going?” but “Why are we going?” Hilton’s newly released 2026 Trends Report, The Whycation: Travel’s New Starting Point, reveals that travelers are increasingly prioritizing purpose, comfort, and connection over quantity or novelty. A global survey of 14,000 travelers across 14 countries…

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Film Comment Names the Best Films of 2025: ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘The Mastermind,’ and ‘The Secret Agent’ Lead the Year’s Rankings

By Ann Brown / December 15, 2025 / Comments Off on Film Comment Names the Best Films of 2025: ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘The Mastermind,’ and ‘The Secret Agent’ Lead the Year’s Rankings

Film Comment unveiled the results of its annual critics’ survey at a live event at Film at Lincoln Center last night, celebrating the standout cinema of 2025. Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another, Kelly Reichardt’s The Mastermind, and Kleber Mendonça Filho’s The Secret Agent emerged as the top three films released in the U.S.…

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