Ann Brown

ByUR x Hello Kitty & Friends Bring K-Spa Magic to Your Skincare Routine

By Ann Brown / February 20, 2026 / Comments Off on ByUR x Hello Kitty & Friends Bring K-Spa Magic to Your Skincare Routine

Beauty and nostalgia collide with the launch of the ByUR x Hello Kitty & Friends K-Spa Skincare Collection, a limited-edition release capturing the charm of beloved Sanrio characters while delivering luxurious Korean spa-inspired skincare. Fans can now enjoy Pompompurin, Pochacco, and Kuromi while indulging in ByUR’s signature pore-care expertise, blending Japanese precision with Korean innovation…

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‘Mrs. Shim Is a Killer’: A Darkly Humorous Korean Thriller Set to Slice Through Spring 2026

By Ann Brown / February 18, 2026 / Comments Off on ‘Mrs. Shim Is a Killer’: A Darkly Humorous Korean Thriller Set to Slice Through Spring 2026

Kang Jiyoung’s latest novel, Mrs. Shim Is a Killer (Harper Perennial; April 21, 2026; $18.99), introduces readers to a wildly chaotic, darkly humorous world where survival, family, and morality collide in razor-sharp suspense. The story centers on Mrs. Shim, a middle-aged widow and mother, whose life takes a murderous turn when financial desperation pushes her…

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Beauty Gifts That Wow

By Ann Brown / February 17, 2026 / Comments Off on Beauty Gifts That Wow

Whether you’re shopping for a beauty enthusiast, a skincare devotee, or someone who loves the latest wellness trends, these curated gifts hit all the right notes. For the Beauty EnthusiastA Lip Lab E-Gift Card (LipLab.com, $50–$165) turns the standard beauty gift into an unforgettable experience. Recipients get to design their own custom lip balm, gloss,…

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Hilton and Explora Journeys Launch Hilton Honors Adventures for Luxury Ocean Travel

By Ann Brown / February 17, 2026 / Comments Off on Hilton and Explora Journeys Launch Hilton Honors Adventures for Luxury Ocean Travel

Hilton and Explora Journeys have teamed up to bring a new dimension of luxury travel to Hilton Honors members with the launch of Hilton Honors Adventures, a program focused on immersive, adventure-driven experiences at sea and on land. This exclusive collaboration allows members to earn and redeem Hilton Honors Points on ultra-elegant ocean voyages, opening…

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Compact and Connected: What Makes Vilnius the #1 European Sharing Economy

By Ann Brown / February 17, 2026 / Comments Off on Compact and Connected: What Makes Vilnius the #1 European Sharing Economy

Vilnius is earning global recognition as a leader in the sharing economy. The Lithuanian capital has been ranked #1 in Europe and #2 worldwide in the Consumer Choice Center’s Sharing Economy Index 2025, which evaluated 65 major cities on their openness to services such as ride-hailing, car sharing, short-term rentals, e-scooters, and peer-to-peer lending. Vilnius…

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Good Reads You’ll Want on Your Radar: Powerful New Books Across Fiction, History, and Culture

By Ann Brown / February 16, 2026 / Comments Off on Good Reads You’ll Want on Your Radar: Powerful New Books Across Fiction, History, and Culture

From tender love stories shaped by grief to bold scholarship reclaiming erased histories, this season’s new releases span continents, identities, and generations. These books explore the complexity of desire, the power of artistic resistance, the weight of cultural memory, and the evolving definitions of family and freedom. Whether through fiction, history, or personal narrative, each…

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Film at Lincoln Center Unveils Winter/Spring 2026 Lineup Featuring Festival Favorites, Major Retrospectives, and International Premieres

By Ann Brown / February 16, 2026 / Comments Off on Film at Lincoln Center Unveils Winter/Spring 2026 Lineup Featuring Festival Favorites, Major Retrospectives, and International Premieres

Film at Lincoln Center (FLC) has announced an expansive slate of repertory series, festival mainstays, and new theatrical runs set to light up screens through March 2026, reaffirming its role as a premier destination for global cinema. The season opened in January with The Secret Agent Network, a special series curated by acclaimed Brazilian filmmaker…

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Wanda D. Hollis Marks Anniversary of ‘I Am Enough’ with Empowerment Expo & Leadership Conference

By Ann Brown / February 13, 2026 / Comments Off on Wanda D. Hollis Marks Anniversary of ‘I Am Enough’ with Empowerment Expo & Leadership Conference

Celebrated transformational leader, empowerment strategist, and visionary entrepreneur Wanda D. Hollis is commemorating the anniversary of her groundbreaking book, I Am Enough: Wake Up Winning, with a powerful Empowerment Expo and Leadership Conference on May 24 in Stockbridge, Georgia. The event is designed to uplift entrepreneurs, ignite confidence, and amplify voices nationwide, building on the…

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Who Killed the Vibe in Flanders? Elana Michelson’s ’70s Whodunit Has the Answer

By Ann Brown / February 9, 2026 / Comments Off on Who Killed the Vibe in Flanders? Elana Michelson’s ’70s Whodunit Has the Answer

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a classic murder mystery collides with the free-spirited chaos of the 1970s, Elana Michelson’s Part of the Solution: A Mystery has the answer. Set in the countercultural enclave of Flanders, Massachusetts, Michelson’s novel is a witty, nostalgic whodunit that blends Agatha Christie-style intrigue with patchouli-scented rebellion, Tarot readings,…

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Cloud Dancer: Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year Inspires Luxurious, Airy Style

By Ann Brown / February 8, 2026 / Comments Off on Cloud Dancer: Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year Inspires Luxurious, Airy Style

Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, evokes the soft, serene calm of a misty morning sky. This billowy, balanced white carries a sense of tranquility that effortlessly translates from interiors to fashion. As designers, stylists, and trendsetters prepare for the new year, Cloud Dancer offers a versatile palette perfect for luxe, elevated pieces…

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