Ann Brown

‘Let the Glitter Settle’ Offers Teens Practical Tools to Manage Stress

By Ann Brown / May 26, 2026 / Comments Off on ‘Let the Glitter Settle’ Offers Teens Practical Tools to Manage Stress

Stefanie Lachenauer—named New Jersey’s 2025 State Teacher of the Year—is offering a practical, accessible approach to mindfulness through her book, Let the Glitter Settle: Mindfulness for Teens. Drawing on nearly two decades of classroom experience, Lachenauer’s work is rooted in trauma-informed practices and neuroscience-based strategies designed specifically for young people. Her goal is simple but…

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Worthyof Skincare’s Summer Serum Targets Sunburn, Redness, and Seasonal Skin Stress

By Ann Brown / May 26, 2026 / Comments Off on Worthyof Skincare’s Summer Serum Targets Sunburn, Redness, and Seasonal Skin Stress

Summer may bring sunshine and long days, but it also brings a wave of skin challenges—from sunburn and inflammation to dark spots and dehydration. Worthyof Skincare is addressing those concerns head-on with its Stellar Confidence Summer Serum, a multi-tasking formula designed to treat the visible effects of the season in one streamlined step. Priced starting…

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Busta Rhymes, Patrice Roberts Lead Star-Studded Lineup for 74th St. Thomas Carnival Village

By Ann Brown / May 24, 2026 / Comments Off on Busta Rhymes, Patrice Roberts Lead Star-Studded Lineup for 74th St. Thomas Carnival Village

The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism has officially unveiled the performance lineup for the 74th Annual St. Thomas Carnival Village—and it’s shaping up to be one of the most electrifying celebrations in the Caribbean this year. Headlining the highly anticipated festivities are hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes, soca powerhouse Patrice Roberts, and St. Thomas–born duo…

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The Carolyn Bessette Cocktail Is the Chic Spring Sip Everyone’s Talking About

By Ann Brown / May 22, 2026 / Comments Off on The Carolyn Bessette Cocktail Is the Chic Spring Sip Everyone’s Talking About

Few style icons have maintained the quiet influence of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy—and now, her signature elegance is inspiring a cocktail that feels just as timeless. Enter the Carolyn Bessette Cocktail, an Elderflower Royale that channels her understated, polished aesthetic into a glass. Built around Bols Elderflower liqueur, the drink leans into a flavor profile that’s light,…

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Paris’ Hidden Gem Hôtel Prince de Conti Taps Cibele Maciet Communication to Expand Its Reach in the U.S. and Latin America

By Ann Brown / May 21, 2026 / Comments Off on Paris’ Hidden Gem Hôtel Prince de Conti Taps Cibele Maciet Communication to Expand Its Reach in the U.S. and Latin America

A new chapter is unfolding for one of Paris’ most discreet luxury stays, as Cibele Maciet Communication announces its latest client: Hôtel Prince de Conti. The partnership signals a strategic push to elevate the hotel’s presence across the United States and Latin America—two markets increasingly drawn to intimate, design-forward travel experiences. Founded by Franco-Brazilian journalist…

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Inside the U.S.’ First Authentic Turkish Hammam: Hürrem Hammam Brings Ottoman Wellness to a New Generation

By Ann Brown / May 21, 2026 / Comments Off on Inside the U.S.’ First Authentic Turkish Hammam: Hürrem Hammam Brings Ottoman Wellness to a New Generation

A centuries-old wellness tradition is getting a modern revival in the United States, and it’s arriving in a big way. Hürrem Hammam Wellness & Spa is introducing what it calls the country’s first fully authentic Turkish hammam experience—an expansive 20,000-square-foot sanctuary designed to transport visitors into the heart of Ottoman-era ritual and relaxation. Inspired by…

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Spring Beauty Drops You Shouldn’t Sleep On: From $12 Hair Game-Changers to Luxe Skin Fixes

By Ann Brown / May 21, 2026 / Comments Off on Spring Beauty Drops You Shouldn’t Sleep On: From $12 Hair Game-Changers to Luxe Skin Fixes

Spring is bringing a wave of beauty launches that feel less like fluff and more like function — smarter formulas, customizable options, and treatments that actually do something. From under-$16 hair care to high-performance skincare, these new arrivals are worth a closer look. Leading the charge is The Hair Edit, which is flipping the script…

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‘How Will I Remember This’: Reed Luplau’s Dance Narrative Confronts Memory, Loss, and Queer History

By Ann Brown / May 20, 2026 / Comments Off on ‘How Will I Remember This’: Reed Luplau’s Dance Narrative Confronts Memory, Loss, and Queer History

A new dance-theater work is set to bring history, memory, and movement into powerful conversation. How Will I Remember This, the latest production from Reed Luplau, will make its world premiere in New York City, offering audiences a limited three-performance run that blends dance, music, and storytelling into an emotionally charged experience. Presented by REED…

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Skip the Summer Travel Chaos: Vilnius Emerges as Europe’s Quiet, Green Escape

By Ann Brown / May 20, 2026 / Comments Off on Skip the Summer Travel Chaos: Vilnius Emerges as Europe’s Quiet, Green Escape

As Europe braces for another packed summer travel season, a major shift is about to reshape how visitors enter the region. Beginning April 10, the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) began requiring biometric registration for non-EU travelers entering the Schengen Area for the first time — a move expected to slow arrivals at already…

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Asase Yaa Launches 25th Anniversary Tour With ‘The Revival: Djembe in the New Millennium’

By Ann Brown / May 19, 2026 / Comments Off on Asase Yaa Launches 25th Anniversary Tour With ‘The Revival: Djembe in the New Millennium’

The award-winning Asase Yaa African American Dance Theater is marking a major milestone with the launch of its first national tour in nearly a decade. Celebrating its 25th anniversary season (2026–27), the Brooklyn-based company is hitting the road with The Revival: Djembe in the New Millennium, a reimagined production that blends music, dance, and storytelling…

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