President Biden moved immediately to scale back his predecessor's policies with a series of Executive Orders which repositions America onto the track that unifies its directives with allies and provides relief and benefits to the American people.
Supporters of Alexei Navalny, Russia’s opposition leader and Putin nemesis, who was immediately jailed after returning to Moscow after recuperating from poisoning, have taken to the streets in record number protesting the treatment and demanding his release.
If new unearthed archival documents eventually confirm the role of France in the genocide of the Tutsis in Rwanda throughout 1994, the revelations will confirm the decline of France’s diplomatic influence on an international scale.
Portions of the tail and pelvic girdle from a giant fossilized titanosaur, one of the largest known dinosaurs to roam the earth, was recently unearthed in Neuquén Province in Argentina's northwest Patagonia, by an Argentinian paleontologist team.
Doctors and public health authorities are still pushing flu shots, fearing a "twindemic," but should you pause for thought? Some quip that COVID-19 is a great killer, having wiped out deaths from influenza, heart disease, and cancer.
Vaccines are coming out at warp speed, but is the virus faster? It was feared that a new strain of COVID was loose on a mink farm in Denmark, so a million mink were killed, destroying an industry.
Every four years, in the third week of January and usually very chilly mornings, America inaugurates the incoming administration. On some occasions it is the joy of a second term, a carry over, and in other times, the one-termer is replaced.
The Investigation, from HBO and Warner Media, presents a harrowing story into the investigation of the murder of Kim Wall, the Swedish Journalist slaughtered while on assignment, and the team of detectives dedicated to finding the truth.
Two of Us, from Magnolia Pictures and Magnet Releasing, presents the story of two lesbians, one out and the other closeted, who have known each other since childhood and have had a love affair or obsession, since youth.
Fear of Rain, a Lionsgate presentation, presents a contemporary mental health drama, which delves into the mind of a barely functioning teenager diagnosed with schizophrenia, and horrifying images, voices, and feelings that seek to overwhelm her.
Miracle in Cell 7, from CJ Entertainment Turkey, presents an all-too-common story of the vulnerable and the voiceless in society who without means or resource become victimized by those looking to blame and seeking revenge.
The Marksman, from OpenRoad films, presents a contemporary thriller as a lone rancher living along the Arizona border wall is caught up a war with the Mexican cartel, who are determined to send a message of authority.
French Exit, from Sony Pictures Classic, brings to the screen a charming and oddly quirky story of a former ultra-wealthy socialite who after years of caution, to curb her compulsive and extravagant spending, finds herself insolvent.
One Night in Miami, an Amazon Original Film, presents the story of a single historic night in February 1964 when four of the most celebrated and controversial black leaders of the day gathered to celebrate and reflect.
Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer, an original Netflix docu-series, brings to the screen the story behind the manhunt for serial killer Richard Ramirez who terrorized Angelenos for fourteen months beginning in June 1984.
Church and The Fourth Estate, from Luminant Media, presents a documentary short on the shocking, and unnervingly similar, decades long sexual abuse scandal and subsequent coverup by the Boys Scouts of America and the Mormon Church.
White Lie, from Rock Salt Releasing, presents a shocking contemporary grifter drama of a popular and talented college student, who manipulates everyone around her with a fabricated cancer diagnosis to raise money and secure the sympathy boost.
Greenland, from STX Entertainment, brings to the screen a fast action contemporary disaster thriller, as an uncontrollable planet-killing comet hurtles towards impact, a family battles the breakdown in society, in a race against the clock to find shelter.
Promising Young Woman, from Focus Features, presents a story of female revenge as our hero sets off on a mission to change an ingrained belief and behavior and bring about a day of reckoning for the guilty.
Another Round, featured at the AFI European Union Film Festival, presents a story of friendship, as four middle-aged men realize they are living a monotonous existence, having lost life's enthusiasm, embark on a social experiment.
Inside the Robe: A Judge's Candid Tale of Criminal Justice in America, from Antenna Books and Smith Publicity, provides readers with a candid and somewhat shocking tale of the judicial process in Los Angeles.
National Geographic's Tigers Forever Saving the World's Most Endangered Big Cat, by Steve Winter highlights the global plight of these majestic and regal animals as their numbers dwindle due to territorial boundaries, poachers, hunters, and famine.
The Photographing Tourist, from D. F. Noyes Studios, brings to the pages an inviting, informative and international journey for the novice photographer and armchair traveler to the trekker ready with bags packed and camera in hand.
Every party needs music, and you may think that an elegant dinner party calls for classical music in the background—but jazz, that synthesis of European, African, and New World traditions, is America's classical music.
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could wake up each morning with glowing, youthful skin? Although, sleep can help achieve that, typically it isn’t enough. For help, here are three ideas that will help achieve radiate skin.
Not one of the four seasons offers a vacation from the obstacles of maintaining perfect hair, whether it’s too much ultraviolet light in summer, damp chills in spring, or blustery winds in fall or winter.
Celebrity Sherri Shepherd is at it again, leveraging her celebrity power while losing weight, getting fit and healthy coupled with effectiveness of financial incentives and expert support to spur extraordinary success among those dieting-for-dollars through the program.
As the news seems to be a downer on every front, the idea of dating, which can present a range of emotions or punctuating memories and vows of never again, may just be the antidote to these pandemic blues.
Intermittent fasting, or IF, is an eating pattern that has grown in popularity over the last few years. Intermittent fasting isn’t a diet as such; in theory, followers can eat whatever they desire, and during the eating windows.
Christie's announces the dedicated online auction Susan and Karl: Important Chanel Fashion Jewelry from The Collection of Mrs. John H. Gutfreund (January 14-29), featured as part of the landmark interiors collection sale of Mr. & Mrs. John H. Gutfreund.
South Bay Musical Theatre (SBMT), one of the first in the Bay area to reinvent itself for the COVID-19 era, has announced several new virtual events streaming through Zoom and social media in January and February 2021.
Maybaum Gallery is pleased to announce AFTERLIFE, a solo exhibition of recent photography by American artist Christopher Rodriguez. This selection of new photographs presents a confluence of representational photography with perspectives of nature.
Baryshnikov Arts Center (BAC) announces the Digital Spring 2021 season of free online presentations, featuring seven premieres of new works for online presentation commissioned by BAC and streaming free on demand at BACNYC.ORG beginning February 1, 2021.
Telepathy Is One Step Further Than Empathy combines Alexandra Grant's studio-based work as a painter and sculptor with her philanthropic work through the grantLOVE project. As the title suggests, Grant's exhibition explores her ideas about mutual generosity and exchange.
Prior to the Coronavirus lockdown, I enjoyed three days in Paris, France, strolling the streets, taking in the sights, and of course visiting the museums which travelers the world over flock to the city of lights to savor.
Unique, dramatic, and appealing describe the handmade jewelry created by Jewelry Designer Marilena Papadokostantaki. Raised in Athens Greece she mastered the textile fine art of nitho, an ancient Grecian skill that spins synthetic fibers in exquisite designs.
For all its best efforts, 2020 was ultimately a trendless year. Even though we all dressed up for our weekly Zoom meetings and Instagram posts, getting out and about to show off our fashion sense was impossible.
As we move ahead with the year in review, even the fine jewelry market felt the sting of the Coronavirus as sales of rings, especially fashion rings, dropped because of the constant need to maintain hand washing.
This is the eternal story of an artist who falls in love with his creation. Reality cannot match this perfection created by his own hands. The work that came out of his imagination meets all his expectations.
Blending Parisian chic and European elegance, designer Karnit Aharoni presents her eponymous collection of women's fine shirts bringing a balance of day and evening styling, with special touches for comfort, pairing sophistication with classic detailing creating perfection.
The latest collection from Italian Fashion designer Fahrad Re showcases renewal and rebirth of the world with the freshness of Spring, emergence after a long winter, and the moment the monarch dazzles the eye and captures the heart.
Belles De Lune, the new collection of La Métamorphose explores the hidden and mysterious nature of women and is inspired by the Balsamic moon; this suspended moment in the moon cycle which corresponds to the Dreamtime.
Give the gift of music this holiday season with Meze Audio 99 Neo Classic series over the ear headphones, or ear buds, unlocking the hidden audiophile within, with pure, smooth, silky, mesmerizing, delivery of sound.
Starting a garden is an excellent way to enjoy beautiful plants and delicious fruits, herbs, and vegetables right in your backyard. As a new gardener, it is vital to choose plants that will thrive in your climate.
When problems arise with your home’s foundation, it can create huge problems in other parts of your house. Most homeowners never think that their property will be affected by foundation issues, but it can and does happen.
Due to the growing emphasis on outdoor living, and less access to the usual vacation destinations, designers are showing their clients how to turn a yard into a luxury resort where they can escape without leaving home.
Capresso, the leader of home hot and cold beverage machines, is brewing up the ultimate holiday magic with its ultra-stylish, high end specialty line of appliances and accessories guaranteed to brighten any home and add years of delight.
On a recent trip to France, I decided to revive my inner chef and participate in a recreational Pastry Arts class, what better region to learn the art of crafting sumptuous, mouthwatering and sinfully delicious pastries than Paris.
Los Vascos Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay, three delightful vintages from the Domaines Baron de Rothschild Los Vascos winery in Chile, are perfectly paired with long sunny days, intimate gatherings, weekend getaways and summertime memories.
WP 24, the ultra-gourmet restaurant, located 24 floors above Los Angeles in the downtown Ritz Carlton, is for the culinary connoisseur a fine dining sensory experience combining spices from the Far East to create perfectly prepared unique, exquisite, Asian flavors.
What do Oprah Winfrey, Magic Johnson, Presidents Clinton, Eisenhower and Biden and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor have in common? They've all stayed at the historic Biltmore Hotel in the exclusive Coral Gables area of Miami, Florida.
With glowing red-and-white cliffs, plunging canyons and stunning views from tall rocky peaks, Zion National Park will take your breath away. This gorgeous corner of Utah boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in the state.
Oahu is also the home to Honolulu, the capital of Hawaii, and some substantial historical relevance. For many any trip to this island paradise must include a visit to Pearl Harbor National Monument and the USS Arizona Memorial.
During the recent Christmas holiday, I decided to spend two weeks in Oahu, the capital of the Hawaii, home to Waikiki, the most celebrated beach in the world, Pearl Harbor, and the towering volcanic peak, Diamond Head.
After a year of invitations from Angela Wendkos Jackson and Exclusive Events to visit London and experience the vibrant, electric, and pulsating culture that draws millions each year, I decided to jump the pond for a mix of business and pleasure.
Recently an invitation to enjoy Vail, Colorado, whose slogan, is "Like Nothing on Earth," arrived in my email and after a breakfast vetting meeting with the city's PR rep, the dates for my visit was set for July 2019.
Quintero Golf Club, a new, semi-private, course, built by Rees Jones and Steve Weisser in 2000, is a traditional desert classic course offering challenging year-round play across 7208 yards in the sprawling Phoenix Valley.
Just a short walk from Union Square, amidst the cacophony of city life, the CLIFT San Francisco, a boutique luxury hotel, welcomes it guests into a bygone era of old world stateliness mixed with stylish class, comfort and luxury.
No matter what make, model, or year, every car has the potential to look and feel like a more luxurious ride than it once started as, especially with the help of a few additional upgrades.
Vintage cars speak of cool nostalgia, invoking a groovy feeling reminiscent of simpler times, and for many these pristine automobiles are a future investment. Here, are a few tips to avoid when beginning a classic auto collection.
The most popular brands for celebrity cars have a lot in common with their flashy owners: they're trendy, high-performing crowd-pleasers that come with expensive contracts, are nearly impossible to get, and have a flair for publicity.
A world of all races came together this week to demand police accountability in the murder of George Floyd, who died on a Minneapolis street after police administered a knee to neck subduing technique resulting in asphyxiation.
President Obama announced, after conferring with his advisers, the newest Iraqi military policy developed after current intelligence revealed the level of insurgence, the determination of the ISIS and effectiveness of action in stopping advancement.
Promise at Dawn, from Director Eric Barbier, opened the 22nd Annual COLCOA French Film Festival, the oft time hilarious story of an overbearing single mother, her son, her aspirations for him and society in pre-war Europe.
Kyocera, of Kyoto Japan, a well know and established name in high end cookware and cutlery tools, recently provided the opportunity to test the ceramic coated cookware so sure of its excellence ability to create only the finest.
Small debris fields presumably from AirAsia Flight 8501, which disappeared from radar during severe thunderstorms, have been spotted in the Java Sea some twelve miles from the last known contact with the airliner, authorities and Reuters News Agency has reported.
Due to ongoing demand, "Lost Vegas: Tim Burton @ The Neon Museum" presented by the Engelstad Foundation, has been extended through April 12, 2020. Burton will return to the exhibition, January 21, to sign copies of newly available exhibition catalog.
In the 1998 film French Kiss Meg Ryan plays a women with a severe fear of flying. She tried to overcome her fear through a simulator class only to panic and kick the door down in an effort to escape.The fear of flying is very real and not as comical as it played out.
San Diego’s Little Italy section has morphed into a culinary craft hotspot, with exciting new restaurants pushing food and beverage boundaries like never before. Among the array of notable establishments that have cropped up is the hip hotspot Kettner Exchange.
A huge security hole in our US elections, which allows alteration of vote totals by outsider or insider entities, was discovered during the Wisconsin recount, according to electronic security investigators from RecountNow.org.
Showcasing Vietnamese designer Patrick Pham, select pieces from two recent shows in Paris bring a continuity of thought as he moves freely from summer and feminine pinks to trendy winter treats reminiscent of an emerging Parisian fashion capital.
President Barack Obama played host, this week, to former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney during a private lunch that brought the once political foes together for the first time since the November 6 election.
Misan Sagay, recently participating in press interviews, brings an exceptionally engaging story of an interracial love affair, scandal, passion and courage to the screen as author of the screenplay for the box office beauty "Belle" from Fox Searchlight Films.
The bodies of a young couple who had been missing since December were discovered at the bottom of an abandoned Eureka mine shaft, hands and feet bound, brutally beaten and butchered ending the three month mystery into their disappearance.
PUSHER, a shell game drug heist thriller, from Radius TWC presents a fast action, wild ride through the streets of London and the underworld of modern day European drug smuggling.
A decorated Jersey City Police detective, the wife of a store owner, and two members of the Jewish community were gunned down yesterday in Jersey City, N.J., by two members of the Black Hebrew Israelite militant group.
