Students in Monroe University’s Entertainment Media program are earning international recognition after their short documentary Tyrone captured awards and official selections at film festivals across the United States and Canada, an uncommon achievement for a student production. The 5½-minute documentary, directed by 18-year-old sophomore Shavoy Alcock, has won honors from several respected festivals, including Best…
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The InterContinental Paris Le Grand is redefining the cocktail experience with the launch of “Tempora,” a new bar menu that gives equal billing to alcoholic and non-alcoholic creations through a concept centered on reflection, seasonality, and craftsmanship. Inspired by the changing seasons and the fleeting beauty of nature, Tempora pairs each signature cocktail with an…
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Gift-giving isn’t just for holidays. Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, celebrating a new homeowner, thanking a DIY enthusiast, or simply treating yourself, practical tools that get used again and again can be some of the most appreciated gifts. Two affordable options gaining attention are Wrangler Utility Gloves and Power Pro fastening products, both designed…
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San Francisco’s food scene is one of the most celebrated in the United States, blending generations of immigrant traditions with local flavors that have made the city a culinary destination. For travelers looking to experience more than just famous landmarks, Stretchy Pants Food Tours offers guided excursions through some of San Francisco’s most historic neighborhoods,…
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Three years after Saudi Arabia unveiled Riyadh Air as a centerpiece of its Vision 2030 economic diversification strategy, the airline is preparing for commercial operations with a rapidly expanding fleet, ambitious route network, and a premium-focused passenger experience. In an exclusive interview aboard one of Riyadh Air’s newly delivered Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, CEO Tony Douglas…
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Broadway’s longest-running American musical is welcoming an international star to its cast. South Korean singer and musical theater actress Ivy will make her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago for a limited three-week engagement beginning Aug. 17 at New York City’s Ambassador Theatre. The acclaimed performer, whose real name is Park Eun-hye, will appear…
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An unconventional theatrical experience that blends immersive storytelling, psychological exploration, and dark humor is set to make its world premiere Off-Broadway this summer with How to Put Down the Weight of Your Past. Presented by Breaking Motion, the new work by playwright Tommy Vines will run for a limited three-week engagement through Aug. 9 at…
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A new Roman Italian restaurant is joining Chelsea’s dining scene with the opening of Forno D’Oro, a family-run establishment led by Naples-born Master Pizzaiolo Chef Salvatore Olivella. Located at 196 Eighth Avenue, the restaurant officially opened its doors today, offering a menu centered on traditional Roman and Neapolitan-inspired Italian cuisine, handcrafted pizzas, and an emphasis…
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A collection of rare 16th-century royal burial insignia belonging to Lithuanian-Polish monarchs will go on public display for the first time in nearly a century this summer, offering visitors an extraordinary glimpse into Renaissance royalty and one of Europe’s most significant recent archaeological discoveries. Beginning July 9, the Vilnius Church Heritage Museum in Lithuania will…
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Travelers visiting South Africa’s famed Blyde River Canyon have a new reason to linger a little longer. Just minutes from one of the world’s largest canyons lies the Cape Vulture Nature Reserve, home to one of the world’s largest breeding colonies of endangered Cape Vultures and the gateway to South Africa’s largest UNESCO biosphere region.…
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