Ann Brown

Antigua and Barbuda Unveils 2026 Tourism Plans With New Festivals, Resorts and Adventure Experiences

By Ann Brown / March 13, 2026 / Comments Off on Antigua and Barbuda Unveils 2026 Tourism Plans With New Festivals, Resorts and Adventure Experiences

The Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda is entering 2026 with a slate of new tourism experiences, major events and infrastructure improvements designed to enhance the visitor experience across the twin-island destination. The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority announced the updates as part of a broader strategy to blend the islands’ famous beaches with deeper…

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Protein-Forward Cocktails Are Trending—and One NYC Bar Is Leading the Movement

By Ann Brown / March 13, 2026 / Comments Off on Protein-Forward Cocktails Are Trending—and One NYC Bar Is Leading the Movement

Protein-packed drinks are expanding far beyond smoothies and gym shakes, finding a surprising home on cocktail menus as bartenders experiment with ingredients that add texture, flavor and a subtle nutritional twist. At WarrenPeace, a New York bar known for blending downtown energy with Mediterranean and Albanian influences, that trend is being reimagined through cocktails that…

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Babe Original Expands Cult-Favorite Mascara Line With New Brown Shade

By Ann Brown / March 13, 2026 / Comments Off on Babe Original Expands Cult-Favorite Mascara Line With New Brown Shade

Beauty brand Babe Original has launched a new shade of its cult-favorite mascara designed to deliver soft, everyday definition. The company announced the expansion of its popular 4Real Mascara with a new Brown shade, offering a lighter, more natural alternative to the original black version. Retailing for $15, the new mascara keeps the same skincare-forward…

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Double Above-Knee Amputee Becomes First to Climb the Highest Peaks on All Seven Continents

By Ann Brown / March 11, 2026 / Comments Off on Double Above-Knee Amputee Becomes First to Climb the Highest Peaks on All Seven Continents

Former Gurkha soldier and world-record-breaking mountaineer Hari Budha Magar has achieved a historic milestone in adaptive mountaineering, becoming the first double above-knee amputee to summit the highest peaks on all seven continents. Magar completed the feat after successfully reaching the summit of Mount Vinson, Antarctica’s highest mountain, on Jan. 6. The climb marked the final…

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Antigua and Barbuda Unveils 2026 Destination Highlights with New Experiences and Upgrades

By Ann Brown / March 9, 2026 / Comments Off on Antigua and Barbuda Unveils 2026 Destination Highlights with New Experiences and Upgrades

Antigua and Barbuda is setting the stage for an exciting 2026 with a host of new tourism experiences, events, and infrastructure upgrades designed to showcase the twin-island nation’s culture, adventure, and natural beauty. The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) announced the updates, highlighting both community-led initiatives and enhancements to resorts, marinas, and transport hubs.…

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This Season’s Must-Reads: From Bold Business Guides to Riveting Historical and Literary Journeys

By Ann Brown / March 9, 2026 / Comments Off on This Season’s Must-Reads: From Bold Business Guides to Riveting Historical and Literary Journeys

From history to health, fiction to faith, this season’s new releases offer readers a rich mix of insight, imagination, and inspiration. Avery Sutton charts Christianity’s impact on American public life across five centuries, while Andre M. Perry provides a data-driven roadmap for closing the power gap in Black America. Art lovers can explore Kaylene Whiskey’s…

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America’s Furry Winter Athletes Gathered at Liberty Science Center

By Ann Brown / March 6, 2026 / Comments Off on America’s Furry Winter Athletes Gathered at Liberty Science Center

Liberty Science Center in Jersey City celebrated winter sports with a special opportunity to meet some of the United States’ happiest—and furriest—athletes. From Jan. 17 to 19, visitors got up close with Alex Crossett, a two-time Dryland Musher with Odin Eye Canines, and her team of six professional sled dogs, affectionately known as “muttskies.” Crossett,…

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Tony Winners Beth Leavel, Matt Doyle, Marissa Jaret Winokur Lead World Premiere of Matthew Lombardo Comedy ‘When Playwrights Kill’ at Huntington Theatre

By Ann Brown / March 5, 2026 / Comments Off on Tony Winners Beth Leavel, Matt Doyle, Marissa Jaret Winokur Lead World Premiere of Matthew Lombardo Comedy ‘When Playwrights Kill’ at Huntington Theatre

Theater fans have reason to celebrate this spring as When Playwrights Kill, a brand-new backstage comedy by Matthew Lombardo (Tea at Five), makes its world premiere at The Huntington Theatre. Running from April 3 through April 18, this strictly limited engagement features a powerhouse cast including Tony Award winners Beth Leavel (The Prom), Matt Doyle…

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Forget Chocolates and Flowers: Luxe Gifts to Win Her Heart

By Ann Brown / March 4, 2026 / Comments Off on Forget Chocolates and Flowers: Luxe Gifts to Win Her Heart

Love can be complicated, but gifting doesn’t have to be. It’s time to trade the usual chocolates and roses for gifts that are cozy, chic, and just a little sparkly. From cashmere hats to sequined clutches, the perfect present is one that combines comfort with style—and you can snag it all directly from Nordstrom. For…

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Folium Launches New Website, Showcasing Master Goldsmith Myles Ryan’s Signature Jewelry Collections

By Ann Brown / March 4, 2026 / Comments Off on Folium Launches New Website, Showcasing Master Goldsmith Myles Ryan’s Signature Jewelry Collections

Folium, the luxury jewelry studio founded by award-winning goldsmith Myles Ryan, has unveiled its new website, www.foliumjewels.com, marking a new chapter for the brand. The digital platform offers an immersive exploration of Folium’s philosophy, founder, and four signature collections—Florilegia, Quadrafolium, Serpentis, and Nectere—each reflecting Ryan’s devotion to hand engraving, natural architecture, and symbolic design. Designed…

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