With reading scores declining nationwide and uneven math progress amid inflation and economic uncertainty, WalletHub released its 2025 report on the best and worst school systems in the U.S. The study compares all 50 states plus the District of Columbia across 32 measures of quality and safety, including pupil-teacher ratio, dropout rates, and standardized test…
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The Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) in Astoria, New York, will present Eddington City Limits, a five-film series co-programmed with acclaimed filmmaker Ari Aster, from August 15 to 31, 2025. The series celebrates the release of Aster’s new film Eddington and explores themes of escalating tension, conspiracy, and fractured communities, which resonate throughout the…
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The Waldorf Astoria New York has announced the highly anticipated return of the Guerlain Wellness Spa, set to open in late summer as part of the reimagined landmark hotel’s grand reopening. Positioned as the centerpiece of the hotel’s wellness offerings, the 20,000-square-foot spa brings Guerlain’s storied beauty and wellness expertise back to Manhattan in an…
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Waldorf Astoria has grown into a global luxury brand with more than 34 hotels across 18 countries and territories—but each of those properties draws direct inspiration from the legendary Waldorf Astoria New York. “Waldorf Astoria New York is a beacon of timeless elegance, The Greatest of Them All,” said Dino Michael, senior vice president and…
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Brooklyn-based hospitality entrepreneur and proud HBCU graduate Ka-wana Jefferson is making waves in the culinary world with her two standout brands: Sweet Catch BK, a fast-casual seafood and soul food eatery in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and Lost Borough Ice Cream, known for its creative and culturally inspired frozen treats. Jefferson, who holds two psychology degrees,…
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Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America is back for the 2025 summer season, kicking off on May 30 with an expanded and electrifying schedule. The beloved free outdoor festival—known for making world-class arts and culture accessible to all—will once again transform the heart of Midtown Manhattan into a vibrant open-air stage. Running…
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Delta Air Lines is teeing up its largest-ever flight schedule to Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) in celebration of the 2026 Masters Tournament, providing golf fans unprecedented access to one of the sport’s most iconic events. As a proud Tournament Partner since 2018, Delta is expanding its service with three new routes and increasing peak day…
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Since 2021, Visit Sweden has closely tracked public sentiment toward tourism—and the results continue to be encouraging. The latest findings, gathered ahead of and during the 2024 summer season, reveal that Swedes remain broadly positive about welcoming visitors. In Stockholm, the nation’s most popular destination, that hospitality is particularly strong: a November 2024 survey by…
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New York City’s favorite outdoor cinema tradition is back. Bryant Park has officially announced the 2025 lineup for its popular Paramount+ Movie Nights, returning to Midtown Manhattan every Monday evening through August 11. Kicking off the season with the 1986 teen classic Pretty in Pink, the series invites New Yorkers and visitors alike to enjoy…
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A New York icon has found a new home in the Caribbean. Claudio’s Bahamas, the first international outpost of the beloved Greenport, Long Island institution, has officially opened at Atlantis Paradise Island, blending more than 150 years of East Coast tradition with the vibrant soul of the Bahamas. Perched at The Coral overlooking the resort’s…
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