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  Mikail Akar Young artist Mikail Akar is making waves in the art world at the tender age of just 10 years old. The tween creator already is a bona fide painter with works found worldwide and showcasing in numerous exhibitions around the globe. His colorful work appeals to lovers of contemporary art as the prodigy draws his inspiration from historical figures including Jackson Pollock, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Gerhard Richter.  Mikail’s art exhibition “UNBELIEVABLE” will be on display at the Modus10 – Rolf Benz Flagship Store in SoHo from March 31st – May 31st, 2023.  Mikail's paintings are collected internationally among art collectors and celebrities alike. Already making a significant mark on the international press circuit he has appeared on Fox News, BBC News, New York Post, ProSieben and RTL.  Born in 2012 in Cologne, his career began relatively carefree. For his fourth birthday his parents gave him a small canvas and finger paints simply because they didn't want to buy L

  La’Tia Johnson Meet La’Tia Johnson and Divinity Rollen. These women have unique stories to tell during Women’s History Month about how KC Scholars and Great Jobs KC are helping Kansas City women realize their career dreams.  In the last six years, KC Scholars has helped more than 4,300 low- to moderate-income women start or complete college degrees, opening them to more career opportunities and a chance to make a real difference in their lives, the lives of their families and their communities. The program offers adult learners up to $10,000 per year for up to five years to use for a college education.  Great Jobs KC was recently launched by KC Scholars to offer tuition assistance for approved job training programs in high-paying and high-demand industries. The program accepts applications on an on-going basis.  La’Tia Johnson almost missed her chance to be a part of KC Scholars. She procrastinated until literally the last minute before submitting her scholarship application in 2016.

  Benny John's Bar And Grill Benny John's Bar and Grill is a new opened American cuisine restaurant situated near some of the most prime locations and top destinations for visitors exploring New York City, including Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Grand Central Station amongst others.  This new Restaurant represents the next generation for a seasoned hospitality family, being run by the Second generation of the Lekic family (who have more than 30 years’ experience in the NYC hospitality scene). The faces of the new generation, Dennis and Ben, sons of restauranteur Mirso Lekic (Tudor City Steakhouse) are making their debut being Benny John's Bar and Grill.  Specializing in steaks, grill, and traditional American food, Benny John's Bar & Grill is the ideal destination for a business power lunch, pre-theater dinner, weekend brunch or a group outing with family and friends.  Chef Bulmaro Rogue, the veteran grill man from Peter Luger runs the kitchen, cre

  THE ART OF MOTIVATION Global Motivational Artist Billy Alsbrooks just set the world on fire with the release of his new album THE ART OF MOTIVATION. His motivational banger has officially launched worldwide on all major streaming platforms. The track listing along with cover artwork can be seen below.   1.  Fight 2.  Dance With Lightning 3.  No Apologies 4.   Their Downfall 5. Voice In The Flame 6.  How Will You Respond 7.  The Ingredients of a Champion 8.  3 Steps To Unlimited Riches 9.   Last of A Dying Breed 10.  Soar 11.   Sermon of The Ferals  Click Here To Listen Now: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-art-of-motivation/1672749838   About Billy Alsbrooks: As a world influencer, multi-award-winning poet, and former Billboard charting recording artist, Billy has created a massive movement that is taking the world by storm. His viral motivational messages have currently been streamed globally more than 70 million times in 171 nations and his top selling book “Blessed and Unstopp

Paris Hilton And Drew Barrymore In celebration of her new Memoir, Paris Hilton and her Media Company 11:11, partnered with TSX Entertainment to take over the largest billboard in Times Square on March 22.  The campaign featured 15 second clips of Paris, her celebrity friends, and it invited all women to elevate their voices and share with the world the story of who they truly are.  To take back their narratives. The movements hashtag #THISISWHOIAM is trending not only in Times Square, but on social media too. The  #THISISWHOIAM campaign kicked off Wednesday on the TSX Billboard with Paris Hilton, Drew Barrymore, Gwyneth Paltrow, Tiffany Haddish, Gigi Gorgeous and more.  Paris was a large part of the campaign with one billboard quoting her Memoir “THE PEOPLE WHO HURT YOU DON’T GET TO HAVE THE LAST WORD.  YOU GET TO TELL THE STORY OF YOU, AND YOUR STORY HAS MORE POWER THAN YOU CAN IMAGINE.” PARIS HILTON , Paris: The Memoir. Angela Severiano PARIS TWEETED : "Im so amazed watching t

  Selection Of Dishes This season, discover the joy of the traditional “evening-out” meal full of warmth, passion and resounding character at Il Tinello East. This superb new restaurant is welcoming an astonishing number of returning restaurateurs and unique visitors to the City in style at 244 East 46th Street. From United Nations diplomats to tourists to those in the know, this restaurant is serving up delightful meals and exquisite service daily.  The city’s ever-changing landscape may evolve on the restaurant scene with trends that come and go, but one thing is certain, a phenomenally traditional meal, such as found at Il Tinello East will never goes out of style. In a City with thousands of restaurants, this sparkling gem of a business outshines many. The treasures found at Il Tinello East blend years of tradition with innovative Italian cooking and provide a rich experience through presentation that is purely matched by a delicious menu. The quality Italian ingredients, spectacul

  MVVO AD ART SHOW MvVO ART will bring the AD ART SHOW 2023 to Powerhouse Arts, Brooklyn, New York from October 15-16, 2023. This contemporary art show bridges the Art World and the Advertising industry, by featuring fine art created by artists working in advertising, design, directly for brands, and in related fields, or who began in the industry. MvVO ART/AD ART SHOW 2023 will exhibit paintings, sculptures, drawings, photography, and mixed media works at Powerhouse Arts, a leading contemporary Art Fabrication Facility housed in the spectacular former Brooklyn Rapid Transit power plant. Built in 1904 and once affectionately known as “The Batcave.” Powerhouse Arts was redesigned and reimagined by Herzog & de Meuron, the architects of the Tate Modern. The perfect setting to see contemporary art. “Our artists are following in the footsteps of Edward Hopper—an Art Director, Rene Magritte—a Graphic Designer, and Andy Warhol—an illustrator, and many other famous names in Art who beg

  Leesa Rowland Actress, Philanthropist, and Author Leesa Rowland celebrated her recent cover on New York Lifestyles Magazine at neighborhood hotspot Il Tinello East in New York City.  The feature, covering several pages of the latest issue her photographed at home with an insightful interview about Leesa’s multi-verse of interests. Marc Bouwer Leesa’s most recent book, The Charisma Factor: Unlock the Secrets of Magnetic Charm and Personal Influence in Your Life, published by Hatherleigh Press, seeks to understand how to harness charisma.  Her book identifies charisma as an unseen, yet powerful force that has many different facets. Charisma is a special and compelling spark that makes you unique and sets you apart from the rest of the crowd, and it is something all people possess--whether they are aware of it or not. which is available in bookstores and online. Notable attendees included: Leesa Rowland, Larry Wohl, Marc Bouwer, Krissy Ross, Aaron Paul, Nadja Sayej, Benny G Bello, Nicol

  Crown Princess Katherine Of Serbia & Crown Prince Alexander HRH Crown Prince Alexander and HRH Crown Princess Katherine of Serbia hosted the Annual Lifeline New York Benefit Dinner at The Lotos Club in New York City In aid of children’s hospitals in Serbia. Lifeline Humanitarian Organization is an international effort founded 30 years ago in 1993 as an urgent response to the tragic humanitarian situation in the former Yugoslavia, which was afflicted by conflict and sanctions. The goal of Lifeline is to reduce and relieve the suffering of physically and mentally disabled children, orphans, the elderly as well as to improve medical facilities in the country. HRH Crown Prince Alexander addressed the guests at the Dinner and then HRH Crown Princess Katherine thanked her husband, and everyone involved with the Lifeline Foundation, “My humanitarian efforts for Serbia started 3 decades ago by providing medical equipment for the University Children Hospital in Belgrade. Children, their h

  Ashley Marie Wyndham The Inaugural Aspen Snow Ball hosted by the Children’s Oncology Support Fund (COSF) to benefit Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research was recently held at the St. Regis Hotel, Aspen, Colorado raising $2.5m for pediatric cancer. Launched by founding chair and movie producer Thomas Pierce The event hosted guests from around the globe across four days kicking off with a welcome cocktail party hosted by Chopard at one of the most exclusive member clubs in the world, Aspenx Mountain Club atop Ajax Mountain. The VIP Night Before dinner was the place to be following an epic Après Ski party where both events had special performance by Bob Moses leading up to the staple gala event - the “black-tie fantasy” event combining music, fashion and giving to raise money for the fight against pediatric cancer against a “Narnia” inspired backdrop. The Aspen Snow Ball Gala opened with a cocktail reception and silent auction. The dinner program opened with a surprise perfor

  Mike Milken The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) hosted their annual Pro-Am Tennis & Golf Tournament in South Florida. The tournaments were a part of a five-day event that combines the 2023 Milken Institute South Florida Dialogues and annual Pro-Am Tournaments.  2023 is a double-anniversary for the PCF as it was both the 25th Anniversary of the PCF in Palm Beach and the 30th Anniversary year of the Foundation itself.  The Milken Institute South Florida Dialogues in Palm Beach took place over three days, which included the annual PCF Pro-Am Tennis Tournament and special golf tournament; and concluded with three days of events in Miami. The first night in Palm Beach saw a talk held at the home of Roxann Taylor before the PCF dinner at the home of Jeff and Mei Sze Greene.  The highlight of the second day was the Gala Dinner hosted by Howard and Wendy Cox and held at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium with entertainment by The Beach Boys.  The Cox Science Center has educated som

  Don’t Hang Up Actor Wendell Pierce has received the distinguished NAACP Image Award Nomination for his starring role in the No Equal Entertainment production of “Don’t Hang Up.”  The performer is up for the award during the 54th annual ceremonies on February 25th, 2023 for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Television Movie, Limited-Series, and Dramatic Special along with notable contenders Morris Chestnut for “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” (Peacock); Samuel L. Jackson for “The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey” (Apple TV+); Terrence Howard for “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” (Peacock); and Trevante Rhodes for Mike” (Hulu).  Globally recognized as one of the most distinguished multicultural awards shows, the “54th NAACP Image Awards” will continue a tradition of excellence, uplifting values that inspire equality, justice, and progressive change, and highlighting artists committed to that purpose.  “This year’s nominees have conveyed a wide range of authentic stories and diverse experiences t

  Giving My All Nationally recognized non-profit pioneer and visionary education leader Earl Martin Phalen is set to release his highly anticipated new book “Giving My All” in honor of his life dedicated to making a difference.  Looking ahead to a bright and prosperous future for students across America, Phalen’s passionate body of work will officially be released and sold online during February 2023. Pre-orders are currently available.  The Hardcover edition of the book will be released in June 2023.  This book, released in time for Black History Month, celebrates Phalen’s ambitions work as President and CEO of KC Scholars and Phalen Leadership Academies. Earl’s educational expertise coupled with his passion and commitment to students. His championing of programs, like KC Scholars, is making systemic change in the community.  “I bring urgency to the adults that we serve and the children we serve because I know their lives can be fundamentally different if they're given the opportu

  Maniac Regency For five decades Regency Outdoor Advertising (Regency) has responsibly operated billboards in the Los Angeles and Greater Los Angeles to the highest standards.  Regency has a deep commitment to its support of the City of Los Angeles and has always sought to give back to the communities we serve. Over many years Regency has given millions of dollars in public benefit and donations to many public causes that both benefit the City and Southern California and its citizens, and help keep our community safe.   Regency though its state-of-the-art billboards is leading the charge in sustainable advertising practices. Our billboard at Gaffey Street in San Pedro is an excellent opportunity to partner with the City to fund its many needs though sustainable initiatives and public infrastructure projects while helping to address homelessness, opioid dependency, public safety communication and improve public EV charging access.    We are both baffled and perplexed by the decisions o

  Malan Breton  Renowned fashion designer Malan Breton presented his breathtaking Autumn Winter 2023-24 Collection: “Fantôme at the Lemán Ballroom during New York Fashion Week. Singularly sensational, the showcase bore the title of “Fantôme.” This stunning collection played off the sensitive themes of conscience, hope, night, day, and human desire.  The musical score driving the fashion show was Efisio Cross. The models Hair was styled by Award Winning British Hairdresser Philipp Haug, owner of Haug London Haus Salon, with the Schwarzkopf Pro Team. Beauty by Team Marcello Costa. Jewelry was provided by Illumin Designs. Fantôme was produced as part of EPN New York Fashion Week.  The series of shows are highly regarded as the most fascinating and elegant shows during New York Fashion Week and held at the most elegant and unique venues in the city. Notable attendees at the show included; Malan Breton, Irina Pantaeva, Sean Young, Baayork Lee, Ray Angry, Jan Sport (RuPaul’s Drag Race), Broa