The Coliseum Museum in Oregon is opening its second yearly “Around the Farm” art show on June 6, running until July 18. The display features 35 artists from northern Illinois who have submitted 65 works that honor the region’s farming heritage. The pieces span a range of media: acrylics, mixed‑me
A recent online survey of 2, 000 U. S. adults revealed that more than half have heard about ultra‑processed foods (UPFs), yet only a third feel they truly grasp what these products are. The study, conducted through a partnership with YouGov, aimed to see how confident people are in explaining UPFs a
Dua Miami Hotel isn’t just another high-end stay in Brickell—it’s a testing ground for a bold idea: hotels can be cultural hubs, not just places to sleep. British-born Charley Olmer, with seven years in luxury hospitality across Miami, Los Angeles, and Tel Aviv, has shaped the property into a year-r
June in the Bay Area means more than just sunny days and outdoor BBQs—it’s a month packed with writers sharing their latest works. From cookbooks by Indigenous chefs to memoirs by tech entrepreneurs and even a book about butterflies, there’s something for every reader. Some events dive deep into per
BET, a network long tied to cable TV, is stepping into a new era with a fresh strategy. To help guide this transition, the company has created its first advisory board. This group isn’t just for show—it includes well-known figures from music, sports, and business. Their goal? To help BET grow beyond
The long‑awaited Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles will open on Sept. 22, offering visitors a chance to step into a world where famous Star Wars vehicles and other iconic pieces are on display. Instead of following the usual order, this rewrite starts by highlighting that the museum will
The National Weather Service is now sending storm alerts to 69 million people in a variety of languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Samoan. This shift comes after researchers used artificial intelligence to speed up translations of forecast messages. In the past, bilingual fore
For years, scientists have warned about the link between eating too much ultra-processed food and health problems like obesity and diabetes. But what exactly pushes people to buy these convenient yet unhealthy products? A recent study in France looked at over a decade of grocery receipts from thousa
Every year, Bronson Park turns into the main stage for Kalamazoo’s art lovers. This June 5-6, the city’s longest-running art fair hits its 75th milestone, packing 145 creators into two busy days. No ticket is needed—just show up between 3 p. m. and 8 p. m. Friday, or 9 a. m. and 5 p. m. Saturday to
A Wisconsin dairy farm recently played host to a lively discussion about food and farming. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stood before a crowd of farmers, pushing a simple message: real food matters. He argued that whole milk deserves a bigger role, especially in schools. His reasoning? Kids missed out on wh
