The beach wave has dominated salons, social media and celebrity red carpets for more than a decade, but hairstylists say clients are beginning to ask for something different this summer. Instead of the textured, tousled look that has long defined warm-weather styling, many consumers are gravitating toward softer waves that appear healthier, more polished and…
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Bestselling author Jeffrey S. Stephens is returning to the crime fiction genre with Illusions of Trust, a legal thriller that blends classic noir storytelling with modern-day questions about privilege, corruption and the price of pursuing justice. Released by Post Hill Press, the novel introduces readers to Russell Palmer, an ambitious New York attorney whose commitment…
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Brazil’s vibrant creative scene is heading to one of Paris’ most celebrated luxury destinations this summer as BRÉSIL À LA SAMARITAINE – Bold Summer Edition transforms the famed department store into an immersive showcase of contemporary Brazilian fashion, art, architecture and design. Running from July through August 2026, the pop-up experience reimagines Brazil through a…
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The Mob Museum Unveils ‘The Big Boss’ Summer Package for Visitors Looking Beyond the Las Vegas Strip
Visitors planning a trip to Las Vegas this summer have a new way to experience one of the city’s top attractions. The Mob Museum has introduced “The Big Boss” ticket package, a limited-time offer that combines admission, cocktails, parking and keepsake photos into one value-priced experience. Available online through Aug. 31 for $95, the package…
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Universal Music Group (UMG) and TikTok are deepening their partnership with a new multi-year global licensing agreement designed to create more opportunities for artists, songwriters and creators while strengthening safeguards against unauthorized AI-generated music. Announced on May 22, the agreement builds on the companies’ 2024 partnership and ensures TikTok users will continue to have access…
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The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) has announced the winners of its eighth annual AAFCA TV Honors, recognizing the year’s most outstanding achievements in television and streaming while celebrating the artists and storytellers shaping today’s entertainment landscape. The invitation-only awards ceremony will take place Aug. 8 at the City Club Los Angeles, where winners…
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The American Revolution is often celebrated through stories of patriotism and independence, but former U.S. Naval officer Ray Deptula takes a different approach in his latest historical novel, Can’t Find My Way Home. Rather than focusing on famous generals or political leaders, the book examines the war through the experiences of ordinary people struggling to…
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is expanding its celebration of the moviegoing experience with the launch of the Academy Marquee Theater List, a new global initiative that will recognize exceptional movie theaters for their commitment to preserving the magic of cinema. Announced ahead of the Academy’s 100th anniversary in 2027, the program…
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As the United States prepares to commemorate its 250th anniversary, a new exhibition at Charleston’s Gibbes Museum of Art is shining a spotlight on the ordinary people whose resilience and determination have shaped the nation’s story. Now on view through Sept. 27, Mary Whyte: Salt of the Earth features 26 large-scale watercolor portraits by acclaimed…
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The Cape Playhouse is marking a major milestone in 2026 with a season packed with Broadway talent, beloved musicals and star-studded casts that promise to make it one of the theater’s most memorable summers yet. Known as America’s longest-running continuously operating professional summer theater, the historic venue in Dennis, Massachusetts, will celebrate by welcoming acclaimed…
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