Ann Brown

Arctic Adventures Earns Prestigious Vakinn Gold-Class Certification for Sustainability in Tourism

By Ann Brown / September 24, 2025 / Comments Off on Arctic Adventures Earns Prestigious Vakinn Gold-Class Certification for Sustainability in Tourism

Arctic Adventures, one of Iceland’s leading adventure travel companies, has renewed its Vakinn accreditation, achieving the distinguished Gold-Class Environmental Certificate in the tourism services category. The award marks a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to prioritize sustainability, safety, and ethical travel. Vakinn, the official quality and environmental system of the Icelandic Tourist Board,…

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Blueberry Innovation Gets a Boost: Four Startups Selected for Inaugural Accelerator Program

By Ann Brown / September 24, 2025 / Comments Off on Blueberry Innovation Gets a Boost: Four Startups Selected for Inaugural Accelerator Program

Blueberries are stepping out of the fruit bowl and into bold, unexpected new products thanks to the launch of the Blueberry Boost Accelerator, a program from the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) in partnership with VentureFuel. The initiative announced its first four startup participants this week, each reimagining the ways consumers can enjoy one of…

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Back-to-School Beauty & Grooming Essentials to Keep You Fresh This Fall

By Ann Brown / September 23, 2025 / Comments Off on Back-to-School Beauty & Grooming Essentials to Keep You Fresh This Fall

As the school season kicks into gear, confidence is as important as books and laptops. Whether you’re returning to campus, starting a new routine, or simply refreshing your everyday look, the right beauty and grooming essentials can make all the difference. From skincare to fragrance, these new launches are designed to keep up with your…

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Alan David Custom: Five Generations of Bespoke Craftsmanship in NYC

By Ann Brown / September 23, 2025 / Comments Off on Alan David Custom: Five Generations of Bespoke Craftsmanship in NYC

When it comes to style, the details make the difference—and few understand this better than Alan David Custom, New York City’s trusted name in bespoke tailoring. With a Madison Avenue showroom and a legacy spanning five generations, the family-owned brand has mastered the art of creating garments that balance tradition, precision, and modern sophistication. From…

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Harlem Shake Ignites Flavor with ‘Hell’s Kitchen’-Inspired ‘Girl is on Fire’ Combo

By Ann Brown / September 23, 2025 / Comments Off on Harlem Shake Ignites Flavor with ‘Hell’s Kitchen’-Inspired ‘Girl is on Fire’ Combo

Harlem Shake, the award-winning fast-casual restaurant known for its burgers, shakes, and vibrant Harlem spirit, has teamed up with Broadway’s hit musical “HELL’S KITCHEN” to launch a limited-time culinary experience: the “Girl is on Fire” combo. Running through October 11, the collaboration is available exclusively at Harlem Shake’s flagship Harlem location at 100 W. 124th…

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Scott Cooper’s ‘Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere’ to Premiere as Spotlight Gala of 63rd New York Film Festival

By Ann Brown / September 22, 2025 / Comments Off on Scott Cooper’s ‘Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere’ to Premiere as Spotlight Gala of 63rd New York Film Festival

Film at Lincoln Center has announced that Scott Cooper’s highly anticipated biographical drama, Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, will serve as the Spotlight Gala selection for the 63rd New York Film Festival (NYFF). The premiere takes place on September 28, with Cooper and cast members—including Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, and Odessa Young—joining legendary musician…

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Hachette Book Group’s Carrie Bloxson Emerges as a Key Voice Ahead of Banned Books Week 2025

By Ann Brown / September 19, 2025 / Comments Off on Hachette Book Group’s Carrie Bloxson Emerges as a Key Voice Ahead of Banned Books Week 2025

With Banned Books Week (October 5–11) approaching, Carrie Bloxson, Chief People Officer of Hachette Book Group (HBG), is stepping forward as a leading advocate in the fight against censorship. Earlier this year, Bloxson became HBG’s first Chief Human Resources Officer before being elevated to Chief People Officer, making her one of the most prominent voices…

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Flora Yukhnovich Brings a Contemporary Vision to The Frick with ‘Four Seasons’

By Ann Brown / September 19, 2025 / Comments Off on Flora Yukhnovich Brings a Contemporary Vision to The Frick with ‘Four Seasons’

This fall, The Frick Collection presents a bold new dialogue between past and present through Four Seasons, a site-specific installation by British artist Flora Yukhnovich. On view through March 9, 2026, the mural transforms the museum’s Cabinet Gallery with an immersive reinterpretation of François Boucher’s celebrated series, The Four Seasons. Known for her fusion of…

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H.N. Hirsch’s ‘Winter’ Explores Love, Loss, and Mystery in Fourth Bob and Marcus Novel

By Ann Brown / September 19, 2025 / Comments Off on H.N. Hirsch’s ‘Winter’ Explores Love, Loss, and Mystery in Fourth Bob and Marcus Novel

In most mysteries, the tension revolves around the central question: whodunnit? In H.N. Hirsch’s latest book, Winter, the suspense runs deeper. While a campus murder sets the stage, the true intrigue lies in whether a decades-long relationship can endure grief, professional pressures, and the relentless passage of time. Set on a quiet University of California…

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Film at Lincoln Center Announces Currents Slate, Spotlighting Bold Voices and Innovative Cinema

By Ann Brown / September 19, 2025 / Comments Off on Film at Lincoln Center Announces Currents Slate, Spotlighting Bold Voices and Innovative Cinema

Film at Lincoln Center has unveiled the Currents program for the 63rd New York Film Festival (NYFF63), running September 26 through October 13 across Lincoln Center and venues throughout the city. The section features 16 feature films and 24 shorts spanning 28 countries, showcasing filmmakers who are redefining cinematic language with inventive, boundary-pushing work. Currents…

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