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Día de Muertos in Nayarit Offers a Journey From Mountain Traditions to Pacific Celebrations
October 2, 2026 | Ann Brown | Travel Image Provided Día de Muertos takes on many forms across Nayarit, offering travelers an opportunity to experience the Mexican tradition through Indigenous customs, community celebrations, historic towns and contemporary festivities along the Pacific coast. The annual celebration, observed around November 1 and 2, brings together candles, marigolds, music, food and altars honoring loved ones who have died.
Victrola Soundstage Brings an All-in-One Audio Solution to Europe
Image provided Vinyl enthusiasts looking to upgrade their listening setup will soon have another option as Victrola prepares to launch its Soundstage speaker across Europe. Introduced at CES 2026, the Soundstage is designed as an all-in-one sound solution for turntable owners who want room-filling audio without the footprint and complexity of a traditional hi-fi system. The speaker will be available in Europe beginning October 1 for £299 and €329.
Tasting Wagamama’s Pan-Asian Flavor in Midtown
Photo via https://www.wagamama.us/menu?category=big-plates New York City has no shortage of places to grab noodles, ramen, dumplings, or a well-crafted cocktail. But Wagamama is bringing its own distinctly British take on pan-Asian dining to Midtown Manhattan with its New York City location at 100 W.
Día de Muertos in Nayarit Offers a Journey From Mountain Traditions to Pacific Celebrations
October 1, 2026 | Ann Brown | Travel Día de Muertos takes on many forms across Nayarit, offering travelers an opportunity to experience the Mexican tradition through Indigenous customs, community celebrations, historic towns and contemporary festivities along the Pacific coast. Image provided The annual celebration, observed around November 1 and 2, brings together candles, marigolds, music, food and altars honoring loved ones who have died.
Skip the Birthday Party: Where You Should Travel Based on Your Birth Month
Photo by Adrianna CA , Pexels Why settle for another birthday dinner when you could celebrate with a passport stamp? A milestone birthday can be the perfect excuse to trade the themed party, crowded restaurant or elaborate cake for an adventure somewhere new. The catch is timing. Some destinations are at their best during specific months, when the weather and major cultural events combine to create an especially memorable trip.
Costa Rica’s The Vessyl Takes Wellness Travel Beyond the Traditional Retreat
Image provided Wellness travel is moving beyond traditional spa weekends, silent retreats and increasingly familiar cold-plunge routines. A new generation of travelers is looking for experiences that combine adventure, sensory exploration and personal discovery—and The Vessyl in Costa Rica is positioning itself at the center of that shift.
Third United Lenape/Lunáapeew Nations Pow Wow Returns to Prospect Park
October 1, 2026 | Ann Brown | Local News Image provided Brooklyn will welcome Lenape/Lunáapeew communities back to their ancestral homelands this fall with the Third United Lenape/Lunáapeew Nations Pow Wow, a free, two-day celebration of Indigenous culture, heritage and community. Presented by Prospect Park Alliance, the Éenda-Lŭnaapeewáhkiing Collective (EL Collective) and American Indian Community House, the event takes place October 3 and 4 at the LeFrak Center at Lakeside in Prospect Park.
Take a Fall Ride on Pennsylvania’s Pumpkin Patch Express
September 30, 2026 | Ann Brown | Travel Families looking for a Halloween outing without the scares can head to Orbisonia, Pennsylvania, this fall for the Pumpkin Patch Express, a seasonal experience aboard the historic East Broad Top Railroad. Powered by a real steam locomotive, the excursion combines fall scenery, pumpkins and old-fashioned harvest activities for a family-friendly day in the mountains of Huntingdon County.
Formulary 55 Redefines Clean Beauty With a 55-Ingredient Promise
As consumers become more selective about what goes into their personal care products, Colorado-based bath, body and home fragrance company Formulary 55 is taking a more specific approach to the increasingly popular concept of “clean” beauty. Founded by Kecia Hielscher, Formulary 55 is introducing Fo55, a list of more than 55 ingredients that will never be used in the company’s products.
Finland’s ‘Quietchella’ Festival Invites Visitors to Listen to Nature
Forget crowded music festivals, flashing lights and booming speakers. This fall, a small municipality in southeastern Finland is offering a very different kind of festival experience—one where the performers are birds, wind, water and the sounds of the forest. Hiljaa Fest, described as the world’s first Festival of Nature Listening, will make its debut October 10 in Valkmusa National Park in Pyhtää, Finland.
Gifts Mothers Would Like
Photo by cottonbro studio, Pexels Shopping for Mom can be surprisingly difficult. She may insist she doesn’t need anything, but that doesn’t mean she won’t appreciate a thoughtful gift that makes her home more comfortable, her routine easier or simply gives her a little time to herself. From cozy home accents and personalized jewelry to beauty, technology and keepsakes, these 11 gifts offer plenty of options for every kind of mom.
HBO’s ‘WAR’ Brings High-Stakes Legal Battles and Power Plays to the Screen This October
September 29, 2026 | Ann Brown | Television HBO is turning the courtroom into a battleground with “WAR,” a new legal drama that explores ambition, betrayal and the high-stakes world of London’s most powerful lawyers. The HBO and Sky Original series, created by George Kay, will debut Oct. 1, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will stream on HBO Max.
4 Luxury Homes for a Leaf-Peeping Escape This Fall
September 29, 2026 | Ann Brown | Travel Photo via https://www.homeexchange.com/collection As summer fades and the days begin to cool, travelers are turning their attention to one of the most anticipated sights of the season: fall foliage. From Stockholm to Paris, autumn transforms some of the world’s most beautiful cities with vibrant shades of yellow, orange and red, creating an ideal backdrop for a seasonal getaway.
The Business Behind the Biscuit: Lessons From Chef Rene Johnson’s Seven-Figure Soul Food Company
Image provided Chef Rene Johnson turned a love of soul food into a seven-figure catering business by doing something many entrepreneurs struggle to do: transforming talent into a scalable business. As the founder of Bay area-based Blackberry Soul Fine Catering, Johnson has elevated traditional soul food into a sophisticated catering experience for major corporations and high-profile events.
Exosomes Are Back in the Beauty Spotlight—But Dr. Ivy Has Been Thinking About Skin Regeneration for Years
Photo via https://www.drivylondon.com/pages/about-dr-ivy Exosomes are having another moment in beauty. As the skincare industry increasingly focuses on regeneration, cellular signaling and long-term skin health, these microscopic messengers are becoming one of the most talked-about ingredients in advanced skincare. But for Dr. Ivona Igerc, known as Dr. Ivy, the conversation around skin regeneration is hardly new.
Why The Fall May Be Miami’s Best-Kept Travel Secret
September 29, 2026 | Ann Brown | Travel Image Provided As peak summer travel winds down, the fall offers an opportunity to experience Miami with fewer crowds and potentially more availability, while still enjoying the city’s restaurants, beaches, shopping, nightlife and cultural attractions. For travelers embracing the growing wellness travel trend, it may also be the perfect time to combine relaxation with everything that makes Miami exciting.
The Adventure Park at Long Island Brings Fall Fun and New Ways to Save
Image Provided Fall is bringing cooler temperatures, colorful foliage and plenty of reasons to get outdoors at The Adventure Park at Long Island, which has launched its 2026 autumn calendar with new ways for families and adventure seekers to save. Located at the Henry Kaufmann Campground in Wheatley Heights, New York, The Adventure Park features 14 aerial trails and 49 ziplines, offering an outdoor experience designed for kids, teens and adults.
Sonoma County Welcomes a New Wave of Hotels, From Soho Ranch House to Caesars Republic
September 29, 2026 | Ann Brown | Travel Image Provided Sonoma County is preparing for a new chapter in wine country hospitality, with a wave of notable hotels and resort developments scheduled to open over the next several years. Leading the expansion is Soho Ranch House Sonoma, which is set to bring the Soho House brand to the region in 2027.
Flight Club Las Vegas Brings Race Weekend Action to Turn 12
September 29, 2026 | Ann Brown | Travel Image provided Race weekend in Las Vegas is getting a new kind of viewing experience as Flight Club Las Vegas prepares to welcome racing fans from November 19 through 21 with packages combining premium track views, dining, cocktails, live entertainment and Social Darts®.
New York’s Hidden History Comes to Life in Two New Books
September 29, 2026 | Ann Brown | Books Photo by nappy: https://www.pexels.com/photo/selective-focos-photography-of-man-in-white-sweater-reading-book-936133/ New York City has always been a place where history unfolds on crowded streets, in neighborhood gathering spots, courtrooms and political halls—but some of its most revealing stories rarely make the headlines.
K-Fashion Could Be the Next Wave as Joohee LABEL Brings Korean Style to U.S. Shoppers
K-beauty and K-pop have become major forces in American popular culture, and now one fashion brand is betting that Korean clothing will be the next Korean export to capture U.S. consumers. Joohee LABEL, founded by husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Corbin and Angel, sources and curates clothing directly from South Korea, offering American shoppers access to contemporary Korean fashion without relying on Korean-inspired pieces manufactured elsewhere.
The Adventure Park at Heritage Museums & Gardens Brings Fall Fun to Cape Cod
Image Provided Fall is bringing new opportunities for outdoor adventure to Cape Cod as The Adventure Park at Heritage Museums & Gardens launches its 2026 autumn calendar with special savings, seasonal activities and Halloween-themed events. Located on the grounds of Heritage Museums & Gardens in Sandwich, Massachusetts, the adventure park features five aerial courses with bridges, tightropes, ladders and seven ziplines.
Lakefront Idyll: Where Luxury Landscape Design Meets Ecological Stewardship
Image Provided What if the ultimate luxury in outdoor living wasn’t a perfectly manicured lawn, but a landscape designed to work with nature? That philosophy is at the heart of Lakefront Idyll, a seven-acre property in Carmel, New York, created by landscape designer Jean-Marc Flack, founder of Hortulus Animae. Recently recognized with an APLD Gold Award in Planting Design, the project combines sophisticated aesthetics with an emphasis on biodiversity and environmental stewardship.
Marco Felluga Unveils New Look for Friuli Bianco DOC Just Molamatta
September 27, 2026 | Ann Brown | Food & Leisure Image provided Marco Felluga is giving one of its signature wines a contemporary new look as the historic Friuli winery prepares to introduce the redesigned Friuli Bianco DOC – Just Molamatta at Vinitaly 2026 in Verona, Italy. The new visual identity brings together essential shapes, bold colors and a stronger emphasis on the Friuli Bianco DOC denomination.
HBO Drops Second Teaser for ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ Series
Image Provided The magic is officially returning to Hogwarts. HBO has released the second official teaser for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, the upcoming eight-episode series based on J.K. Rowling’s bestselling books. The new series is scheduled to debut at Christmas 2026 on HBO and will also be available to stream on HBO Max, giving fans a new television adaptation of Harry Potter’s first adventure.
Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley Heads to Times Square
Southern comfort food is getting a major New York City address. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley, the fast-growing restaurant concept known for elevated Southern cuisine, crafted cocktails and its signature “Welcome Home” hospitality, is preparing to open in Times Square this fall. Image provided The nearly 10,000-square-foot restaurant will be located at 7 Times Square, just one block south of the site where thousands gather each New Year’s Eve to watch the famous ball drop.
Dionne Warwick Reintroduces Her Signature Fragrance for the Holiday Season
Image provided Dionne Warwick is adding fragrance entrepreneur to her legendary résumé as the Grammy-winning singer and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee brings back her signature perfume, Dionne, just in time for the Christmas shopping season. Originally launched in 1986, the fragrance is being reintroduced as Warwick continues to expand her entrepreneurial ventures beyond her celebrated music career.
Jergens Celebrates 125 Years With Confetti Cake Body Lotion
Photo by Ann Brown Jergens is turning 125, and the iconic body-care brand is celebrating its milestone birthday with a sweet new addition to its lineup. The brand has released the limited-edition Jergens Confetti Cake Shea Fusion Scented Body Lotion, a dessert-inspired moisturizer designed to bring a little birthday-party nostalgia to everyday skincare.
Museum of the Moving Image Unveils Fall 2026 Lineup With Kubrick Retrospective, Horror Screenings and New Exhibition
Pictured: The Devon Theatre, Attica, Indiana (Photo by Thomas R. Schiff, 2009) Movie lovers have plenty to look forward to this fall as the Museum of the Moving Image rolls out an ambitious slate of screenings, exhibitions, special events and free public programming.
Particle Expands Men’s Grooming Reach With Nationwide CVS Launch
Image provided Men’s grooming is getting a major retail upgrade as Particle, a science-backed men’s grooming brand focused on high-performance personal care, expands into more than 500 CVS locations nationwide. The retail launch marks Particle’s first brick-and-mortar expansion, giving consumers across the country easier access to the brand’s grooming products. Leading the rollout is Gravité Cologne, priced at $89, which is now available at participating CVS stores.
MAKARI de SUISSE Brings Targeted Skincare to Melanin-Rich Skin
For more than two decades, MAKARI de SUISSE has focused on developing skincare products designed specifically for melanin-rich skin, addressing concerns that can be particularly persistent across deeper skin tones. Image Credit: MAKARI The luxury skincare brand’s IYKYK collection combines botanical ingredients, targeted actives and advanced skincare technology in formulas designed for both the face and body.
St. Augustine’s Hispanic Heritage Lives On Through History, Food, and Culture
St. Augustine pairs more than 460 years of Hispanic heritage with architecture, culinary traditions, cultural experiences, and the spiritual journey More than 460 years after its founding, St. Augustine continues to showcase the Hispanic heritage that has shaped its identity and remains woven into the city’s architecture, food, religious traditions and cultural experiences. Founded in 1565, St. Augustine is the nation’s oldest continuously occupied European-established city.
Catwalk Furbaby Returns to NYFW
ELYSIAN Impact’s Karen Floyd (Photo credit: PMC / Paul Bruinooge) ELYSIAN IMPACT’s Catwalk Furbaby Returns to NYFW, Bringing Couture, Rescue Dogs and a $25,000 Prize Together New York Fashion Week once again made room for a different kind of runway star as ELYSIAN IMPACT’s fourth annual Catwalk Furbaby brought fashion designers, models and rescue organizations together for an event where style and animal advocacy shared the spotlight.
Malan Breton Closes New York Fashion Week With ‘Garden of a Thousand Tomorrows’
Fashion Designer Malan Breton (Photo Credit: Omega Studios / Danny Chin) Malan Breton brought New York Fashion Week to a cinematic close with the debut of his Spring/Summer 2027 collection, “Le Jardin des Mille Demains,” or “Garden of a Thousand Tomorrows,” at Sony Hall. The collection marked both a celebration of Breton’s extensive career and a farewell to New York as he prepares to begin his next chapter in Rome.
Hunt Slonem Brings Rabbits, Butterflies and Brilliant Color to Tribeca
Hunt Slonem, MaryAnn Giella McCulloh (Image Credit: PMC / Paul Bruinooge) The unmistakable world of artist Hunt Slonem has arrived in downtown Manhattan, where rabbits, butterflies, birds and bursts of color are taking center stage at One Art Space in Tribeca. “Through the Looking Glass,” Slonem’s first New York City exhibition in recent years, brings together works that reflect the neo-expressionist artist’s longtime fascination with nature, repetition, movement and color.
Attorney General Letitia James Secures More Than $1 Million in Refunds for New Yorkers Overcharged by Westchester Dealerships
New York Attorney General Letitia James website New York Attorney General Letitia James has secured more than $1 million in refunds for New Yorkers who were overcharged by two Westchester County car dealerships, following an investigation into allegedly misleading fees and add-on products. The dealerships, DARCARS Lexus and DARCARS BMW, both located in Mount Kisco, were accused by the Office of the Attorney General of charging consumers a 2% fee that was presented as a sales commission.
Italian Jewelry Designer Alberto Luzzi Unveils Fine Jewelry Room During NYFW
Maggie Williams (Photo Credit: Andrew Simon Photography) Italian jewelry designer Alberto Luzzi brought an intimate dose of Italian craftsmanship and downtown New York style to Fashion Week with the unveiling of the new Fine Jewelry Room at his SoHo flagship. Luzzi and business partner Nic Canal welcomed guests to the store at 102 Thompson St. for an evening featuring champagne, caviar and a first look at the designer’s fine jewelry collection and one-of-a-kind creations.
Pet Care Takes a Wellness Turn as Cats Get More Attention
Image via website Pet care is increasingly taking cues from the human wellness industry, with owners looking for products that support their animals’ health as part of their everyday routines. That shift was among the trends highlighted at SuperZoo in Las Vegas, where brands showcased products designed around preventive care, nutrition, technology and overall pet wellness. Cats, in particular, are receiving more attention as the pet industry expands beyond traditional food and toys.
‘The Slander of Billy the Kid and the Abrams Tintypes’: A Flea Market Discovery That Could Rewrite Wild West History
A routine trip to a local flea market led attorney and author Frank Abrams to an extraordinary discovery—five tintype photographs that would ultimately challenge more than a century of accepted history surrounding one of America’s most legendary outlaws, Billy the Kid. In 2011, Abrams purchased the photographs without knowing their potential historical significance.
Women+ on the Edge of Democracy Brings More Than 30 New Plays to Theaters Nationwide
Image Provided Theatre Communications Group (TCG) is set to publish Women+ on the Edge of Democracy, a new anthology featuring more than 30 plays and monologues by acclaimed women+ playwrights from around the world. The collection examines the state of democracy in America through theater, bringing together writers whose work explores the country’s history, contradictions, challenges and possibilities.
Delta Resumed Daily New York-JFK to Tel Aviv Service
Delta-owned. No expiration date, unrestricted use. Delta Air Lines is set to resume daily nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion International Airport beginning Sept. 6, reconnecting two major international destinations with a direct route. The first flight from New York-JFK is scheduled to depart Sept. 6 and arrive in Israel the following morning. The return flight from Tel Aviv will depart Sept. 7 and arrive in New York later that same day.
Museum of the Moving Image Unveils Fall 2026 Film, Exhibitions and Free Programs
September 22, 2026 | Ann Brown | Uncategorized Image Provided The Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) is preparing for a busy fall season in Astoria, Queens, with a lineup spanning classic cinema, horror, photography, animation, science, music and hands-on public programs.
‘The Promise of Liberty’ Brings Rare American Documents to the South Street Seaport Museum
September 21, 2026 | Ann Brown | Art, Local News Image provided New Yorkers have until Sept. 27 to visit “The Promise of Liberty: Words That Shaped a Nation,” a landmark exhibition at the South Street Seaport Museum marking America’s 250th anniversary with an extraordinary collection of historic documents, printed materials and artifacts.
Free Outdoor Fitness Classes Keep New Yorkers Moving This Fall
Image via https://bryantpark.org/activities/yoga Sweater weather does not have to mean the end of outdoor workouts. As temperatures cool across New York City, free fitness programs continue to give New Yorkers a chance to exercise in some of the city’s most popular public spaces without a gym membership or four walls. From yoga in Bryant Park to hula hooping in Herald Square, several outdoor classes make it easy to fit movement into the workday or weekend routine.
Saafi Ah Organics Brings Traditional Somali Beauty Rituals to Modern Skincare
September 21, 2026 | Ann Brown | Beauty Image Provided As consumers increasingly look for simpler, plant-based approaches to their beauty routines, Saafi Ah Organics is bringing the centuries-old tradition of Somali skincare into the modern beauty conversation with its Qasil-based products. At the heart of the brand is Qasil, a botanical ingredient made from the leaves of the Gob tree.
Ette Hotel Partners With Lincoln to Elevate Orlando Guest Experience
LINCOLN – ETTE HOTEL, photo by Roberto Gonzalez Luxury Orlando property ette hotel is taking its guest experience beyond the walls of the hotel with a new partnership with Lincoln, bringing complimentary luxury transportation to guests staying at the boutique property. Located minutes from Walt Disney World Resort, ette hotel has introduced two Lincoln vehicles as part of the new collaboration: the Lincoln Navigator and Lincoln Nautilus.
Salt & Stone Brings Fine-Fragrance-Inspired Body Care to Amazon
Image Provided Salt & Stone is expanding its presence in the online beauty and personal-care market with a growing lineup of body products that combine performance-focused formulas with skin-loving ingredients and fine-fragrance-inspired scents. The modern body-care brand is currently highlighting its bestselling deodorant on Amazon, where shoppers can find the product in four signature scent combinations: Santal & Vetiver, Bergamot & Hinoki, Black Rose & Oud, and Neroli & Basil.
Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stay to 30 Days: What Travelers Need to Know
Photo: Pexles Travelers planning extended stays in Thailand this winter will need to rethink their itineraries after the country cut its visa-free stay from 60 days to 30 days for eligible visitors. The revised rules took effect September 15, following their publication in Thailand’s Royal Gazette on August 31. The new 30-day visa-exemption program covers citizens of 60 countries and territories, including the United Kingdom, United States and Australia.
OLIVE TREE PEOPLE Opens First U.S. Flagship in Venice, California, Bringing Waterless Beauty to Abbot Kinney
Image Provided Water may be essential to life, but OLIVE TREE PEOPLE is making the case that it doesn’t necessarily belong at the center of your skincare routine. The German-founded waterless beauty company has opened its first U.S. flagship at 1335 Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice, California, creating an immersive retail experience built around its signature “From Tree to Beauty” philosophy.
Three Books Explore Rebellion, Identity, and the Search for Something More
Photo by Karola G: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-woman-reading-a-book-5311640/ From a filmmaker who refused to conform to conventional ideas about cinema to a mother who breaks every rule to find her missing son, and a psychotherapist challenging traditional ideas about masculinity, these three books explore what happens when people question the roles and expectations placed upon them.
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