Ann Brown

Huda Beauty’s ‘Strawberry Latte’ Collection Serves Y2K Glow With a Modern Blush Filter Twist

By Ann Brown / May 19, 2026 / Comments Off on Huda Beauty’s ‘Strawberry Latte’ Collection Serves Y2K Glow With a Modern Blush Filter Twist

Huda Beauty is leaning all the way into nostalgia with the launch of its Strawberry Latte Collection — a warm, berry-toned lineup designed to recreate the kind of soft-focus, “blush filter” glow that defined early 2000s beauty, now updated for a more polished, skin-first finish. At the center of the drop is the new Blush…

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RAD Roller’s Recovery Tools Make Smart Gifts

By Ann Brown / May 19, 2026 / Comments Off on RAD Roller’s Recovery Tools Make Smart Gifts

If you’re building out gift guides for grads, parents, or anyone juggling a packed schedule, recovery and wellness are no longer niche ideas — they’re essentials. That’s where RAD Roller comes in, offering compact, high-performance tools designed to relieve tension, improve mobility, and support everyday recovery. The timing makes sense. Younger generations are reporting higher…

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Mythologie: Blending Ritual, Science, and a Touch of Magic in Haircare

By Ann Brown / May 18, 2026 / Comments Off on Mythologie: Blending Ritual, Science, and a Touch of Magic in Haircare

A new player is entering the beauty space with a point of view that goes beyond surface-level results. Mythologie, founded by veteran stylist Gina DiBitetto, debuted its first collection on May 1, introducing a “roots-first” philosophy that merges modern science with ritual-driven self-care. Built on more than 30 years of hands-on experience, DiBitetto’s approach reframes…

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Aer Lingus Debuts Controversial Starlink, Bringing Fastest In-Flight Wi-Fi to the Skies

By Ann Brown / May 16, 2026 / Comments Off on Aer Lingus Debuts Controversial Starlink, Bringing Fastest In-Flight Wi-Fi to the Skies

Passengers on Aer Lingus are entering a new era of connectivity. The airline has officially launched ultra-fast, free in-flight Wi-Fi powered by Starlink, marking a major upgrade to the onboard experience for travelers across all cabins. The milestone moment took place on March 29, 2026, when passengers aboard flight EI105 from Dublin to New York…

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Jamaica Levels Up: New Cultural Hotspots, Major Events, and Expanded Global Airlift Signal a Tourism Surge

By Ann Brown / May 16, 2026 / Comments Off on Jamaica Levels Up: New Cultural Hotspots, Major Events, and Expanded Global Airlift Signal a Tourism Surge

Jamaica is entering a new chapter in its tourism evolution, with refreshed cultural landmarks, upgraded event infrastructure, and a notable boost in international connectivity positioning the island as one of the Caribbean’s most dynamic destinations. At the heart of the update is a renewed focus on heritage and experience. Tuff Gong International Studios officially reopened…

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Guggenheim Names Patrick Rosal 2026 Poet-in-Residence, Expanding Its Vision of Art and Language

By Ann Brown / May 16, 2026 / Comments Off on Guggenheim Names Patrick Rosal 2026 Poet-in-Residence, Expanding Its Vision of Art and Language

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum has announced Patrick Rosal as its 2026 Poet-in-Residence, continuing a program that bridges the worlds of contemporary art and poetry while amplifying diverse creative voices. Now in its fifth year, the residency reflects the Guggenheim’s broader commitment to exploring abstraction beyond visual art, extending into language, sound, and lived experience.…

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TerraCycle U.S. Launches $75M Investment Offering After Breakout Crowdfunding Success

By Ann Brown / May 16, 2026 / Comments Off on TerraCycle U.S. Launches $75M Investment Offering After Breakout Crowdfunding Success

Sustainability leader TerraCycle US Inc. is opening a new chapter in its growth strategy, announcing a $75 million Regulation A investment offering following one of the most successful crowdfunding campaigns in the U.S. last year. The Trenton, New Jersey-based company revealed that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has officially qualified its offering, allowing TerraCycle…

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The Public Theater Unveils 2026 Judith Champion New Work Series Spotlighting Emerging Playwrights

By Ann Brown / May 15, 2026 / Comments Off on The Public Theater Unveils 2026 Judith Champion New Work Series Spotlighting Emerging Playwrights

The The Public Theater is doubling down on its commitment to new voices with the return of the Judith Champion New Work Series, a lineup of free staged readings showcasing four bold, full-length plays in development. The series will take place in June at LuEsther Hall, offering audiences an early look at work from rising…

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‘In a Whisper’ and ‘Colors of Time’ Win Top Honors at Rendez-Vous with French Cinema

By Ann Brown / May 14, 2026 / Comments Off on ‘In a Whisper’ and ‘Colors of Time’ Win Top Honors at Rendez-Vous with French Cinema

The 31st edition of Rendez-Vous with French Cinema has crowned its standout films, spotlighting both rising talent and audience favorites at Film at Lincoln Center. Presented in partnership with Unifrance, the annual New York festival continues to serve as a key gateway for French films reaching North American audiences. This year, filmmaker Leyla Bouzid took…

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Taye Diggs, Heather Hemmens, and Cynthia Bailey Bring Romance—and Hollywood Buzz—to Nevis in Lifetime’s ‘Paradise with You’

By Ann Brown / May 14, 2026 / Comments Off on Taye Diggs, Heather Hemmens, and Cynthia Bailey Bring Romance—and Hollywood Buzz—to Nevis in Lifetime’s ‘Paradise with You’

The Caribbean island of Nevis is stepping into the Hollywood spotlight this fall, thanks to Lifetime’s upcoming romantic drama Terry McMillan Presents: Paradise with You. Starring Taye Diggs, Heather Hemmens, and Cynthia Bailey, the film isn’t just delivering a love story—it’s doubling as a cinematic showcase for one of the Caribbean’s most under-the-radar destinations. Set…

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