Most teenagers spend their free time scrolling social media, hanging out with friends, or thinking about college plans. At just 16 years old, California author Kavya Thakrar took a different path—one that led to the publication of her debut book, Bows and Ties, a collection of inspiring conversations with accomplished women from diverse backgrounds. Released…
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Long before travelers documented exotic destinations with smartphones and social media posts, artist and adventurer Robert Lee Eskridge was preserving some of the world’s most breathtaking locations through paintings, illustrations, and vivid storytelling. Now, a new biography by award-winning historian CJ Cook is shining a spotlight on the remarkable life of the globe-trotting artist whose…
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Get Your Kicks—and a Piece of History! USPS Unveils Route 66 Stamps for the Highway’s 100th Birthday
America’s most legendary highway is getting a first-class tribute. The U.S. Postal Service has released a new set of commemorative stamps celebrating the 100th anniversary of Route 66, the iconic roadway that has inspired generations of travelers, adventurers, and dreamers. Unveiled during a first-day-of-issue ceremony in Phoenix, the collection honors the historic highway’s enduring role…
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Young adult fantasy readers are used to certain formulas: a chosen hero, a sweeping quest, and often an inevitable romance. But award-winning author Jordan S. Keller is charting a different course with her latest novel, A Sea of Ships and Souls, a high-seas adventure that swaps predictable tropes for friendship, determination, and a hero who…
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The days of racing through five countries in seven days may be coming to an end. A growing number of travelers are embracing “slow travel”—a movement focused on spending more time in fewer places, building connections with local communities, and experiencing destinations beyond the typical tourist checklist. According to new research from travel eSIM company…
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Twenty years ago, a small group of cyclists gathered in Emporia, Kansas, for an ambitious race across miles of rugged dirt roads. There were no massive sponsorships, international competitors, or worldwide media attention. Just 34 riders, a challenging course, and a belief that adventure could be found far beyond paved roads. Today, that event—Life Time…
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Entrepreneur, filmmaker, and author Demetrius A. Matthews is taking readers inside a world often misunderstood with the release of BULLY LIFESTYLE: A Maximalist Expression, a visually striking coffee table book that goes far beyond photographs of bulldogs. Blending personal storytelling, cultural commentary, and powerful imagery, the project explores Matthews’ deep connection to bulldogs and the…
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For travelers who find traditional museums a little too quiet or predictable, a town in South Africa’s Great Karoo is offering a different way to experience the past—one where history unfolds on every street corner. Robert Sobukwe, formerly known as Graaff-Reinet, is emerging as one of South Africa’s most compelling heritage destinations, inviting visitors to…
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Classic Stage Company is putting a bold new spin on beloved theatrical works with a 2026-27 season that blends classic texts, contemporary voices, original music, and fresh interpretations from some of theater’s most exciting artists. The Off-Broadway institution announced its 59th season this week, unveiling a lineup that includes a reimagined labor drama, two New…
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Film Lovers Rejoice! Film Comment Launches Stunning New Digital Magazine and Unlocks Decades of Cinema History
For more than six decades, Film Comment has been one of the most respected voices in film criticism, helping readers make sense of cinema through thoughtful reviews, interviews, essays, and cultural analysis. Now the legendary publication is entering a new era. Film at Lincoln Center has announced the launch of a redesigned Film Comment digital…
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