A major step in the evolution of Lexington’s commercial landscape began on June 23 with the official groundbreaking ceremony for Victory Village, the town’s newest shopping destination. Spearheaded by Dallas-based 4 13 Solutions, Inc., the project is being led by NFL Hall of Famer turned real estate entrepreneur Emmitt Smith, who serves as Co-Founder and…
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A new research initiative is casting fresh light on the origins of one of Italy’s most treasured cultural products: wine. Titled “Radici: The Echo of Origins,” the project seeks to explore and enhance the deep historical and cultural roots of Umbrian wine, tracing its journey from ancient times to the present day. Led by Umbria…
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Diverse protagonists are making waves in the murder mystery genre, and H.N. Hirsch is leading the charge with a captivating new installment in his crime-solving series. Winter, the latest novel from the former political science professor, centers on a devoted gay couple—Marcus George and Bob Abramson—who find themselves pulled into a murder investigation on a…
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Thinkery & Verse, the boundary-pushing theatrical company acclaimed for weaving classical form with urgent social themes, has announced its 2025–2026 season. Deeply anchored in New Jersey’s cultural and historical landscape, the company’s upcoming programming combines original plays, community engagement, historical storytelling, and interactive public art. At the heart of the season is the Brick Makers…
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Former Oracle executive Tom Hogan, along with co-author Amanda Iles, dives headfirst into the world of biohacking and tech-fueled ambition with The Forever Factor, a gripping new thriller that explores humanity’s obsession with longevity. Now a #1 Amazon bestseller, the novel weaves real science and speculative fiction into a cautionary tale about the pursuit of…
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On January 24, a sculpture by acclaimed Friulian artist Giorgio Celiberti was installed outside the Gradis’ciutta winery in San Floriano del Collio, Italy, marking the symbolic start of the yearlong celebration of Gorizia and Nova Gorica as the 2025 European Capital of Culture. This sculpture is one of four monumental stelae by Celiberti placed on…
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Since launching in fall 2021, the partnership between Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) and Bethune Arts Elementary School in Minneapolis has been redefining arts education through a multi-year, schoolwide initiative. This collaboration offers integrated arts programming at every grade level, professional development for educators, and family engagement—all designed to nurture student achievement and build community. Ann…
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Chain Theatre’s highly anticipated Summer One-Act Festival returns July 10 through August 2, 2025, promising an explosive mix of daring theatrical voices and genre-defying performances. Taking place at the Chain Theatre’s home in midtown Manhattan (312 W. 36th Street), this year’s festival features over 90 new one-act plays presented in curated nightly blocks. Each performance…
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As drone usage increases across both military and civilian sectors worldwide, demand is surging for innovative unmanned aerial systems (UAS) developed in North America. Draganfly Inc., a leading drone solutions and systems developer, has announced the first deliveries of its Flex FPV (First Person View) systems to a major U.S. military prime contractor supporting land…
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In their gripping new techno-thriller The Forever Factor, former Oracle executive Tom Hogan and co-author Amanda Iles dive into one of humanity’s oldest obsessions: the desire to live forever. Now a #1 Amazon bestseller, the novel blends real-world science with the ethical dilemmas and shadowy power plays that surround longevity research. “What begins as a…
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