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Earth Angel Worldwide expands music and education mission across major U.S. cities
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Atlanta nonprofit Earth Angel Worldwide says it is growing programs that blend music, education, mentorship and environmental stewardship across Metro Atlanta, Chicago, Miami, New York and Los Angeles.
Gorayeb & Associates marks 40 years with mayoral commendation and drone show
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Gorayeb & Associates celebrated its 40th anniversary in New York City with a gala at The Boom Boom Room and a commendation from Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
IAOTP selects Rebecca McDonald for humanitarian trailblazer honor
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The International Association of Top Professionals will honor Rebecca McDonald, founder and president of WAR, Int’l, at its annual awards gala in New York City this December.
Gorayeb & Associates highlights worker rights as NYC expands crane licensing
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New York City is adding licensing requirements for smaller cranes and hoisting machines as federal data continue to show the deadly risks of crane work.
EPHEMERA adds Korean label THY SEOUL for U.S. launch
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EPHEMERA will bring Seoul-based lifestyle fashion brand THY SEOUL to North America starting at a New York pop-up on Oct. 16, 2026, with the line also selling on EPHEMERA’s online store the same season.
Former drug czar to speak at NYC fentanyl walk, publish new policy plan
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Richard J. Baum, the former acting head of the White House drug office, will speak Saturday at the DEA and United Against Fentanyl Walk for Lives in New York City. He is also releasing his full set of 12 Hard Lessons and 32 policy recommendations…
Samuel Ortiz releases book on cultural identity and legacy
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Samuel Ortiz has released Globalized Cultures and One Legacy, a reflective book focused on identity, heritage and preserving traditions in a globalized world.
IAOTP names Angela Cusack Female Trailblazer of the Year 2026
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The International Association of Top Professionals will honor Angela Cusack, founder and CEO of Igniting Success, at its 2026 Annual Awards Gala at The Plaza Hotel in New York City. The award recognizes her leadership advisory work, coaching…
Bowen Center lands first sponsors for 40th anniversary gala at Carnegie Hall
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The Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center has named its first sponsors for a 40th anniversary gala on Nov. 12 at Carnegie Hall. The event will support Bowen’s mental health, addiction treatment and community programs as the nonprofit serves more…
Khanh Bull memoir examines the immigrant path to the American dream
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Khanh Bull has released An Immigrant Vs. America Dream, a memoir about leaving Southeast Asia for the United States and confronting the sacrifices, setbacks and cultural adjustments tied to starting over.
Tonya Fitzpatrick’s Destination Stewardship earns Kirkus starred review
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Tonya Fitzpatrick’s April 2026 book Destination Stewardship has earned a Kirkus starred review as destinations face pressure to grow tourism without eroding communities, culture or resilience.
Vanderbilt and Seewald launch global fashion studio with NYFW finale at Grand Central
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Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin and Michaela Seewald unveiled V&S Global Studio with a New York Fashion Week presentation at Grand Central Terminal that mixed runway fashion, live commerce and Vanderbilt family history.
Proposal calls for Uzbekistan lifestyle stores to showcase trade, tourism and culture
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A new proposal outlines a global retail and cultural network built around Uzbekistan’s products, heritage, tourism and investment story.
Catwalk Furbaby returns to NYFW with rescue animals and designer teams
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ELYSIAN IMPACT brought Catwalk Furbaby back to New York Fashion Week for its fourth year, pairing 10 rescue organizations with 10 designers in a runway event that mixed couture with fundraising.
Fifth Avenue Financial earns workplace certifications for 2026
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Fifth Avenue Financial has been certified as both a Best Place to Work and a Best Place for Women for 2026. The recognition points to employee feedback and HR practices that support the firm’s culture as it continues to grow in New York and…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce give $2 million to Education Through Music
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Education Through Music said Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have made a $2 million gift to support music education in under-resourced New York City public schools.
hiTechMODA stages Tokyo runway with global designers and cultural performers
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hiTechMODA brought its international fashion showcase to Hilton Tokyo Bay in Tokyo, mixing runway presentations, designer networking and cultural performance.
IAOTP names Mickela Covieo Top International Travel Curator of the Year
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Mickela Covieo, founder of Luxe Girls Travel Co., will be honored by the International Association of Top Professionals at its annual awards gala at the Plaza Hotel in New York City this December.
Zachary Schwartz sends free credit score guide to 750 superintendents
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Zachary Schwartz, a New York City high school student, expanded his free financial literacy project, The Economic Blindspot, by sending a credit score guide to 750 superintendents across five states.
Runway Uncorked heads to Houston for three-day fashion weekend
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Runway Uncorked will debut in Houston Nov. 13-15, 2026, with runway shows, model training and a 21-and-over Fashion & Wine Showcase at The Bell Tower on 34th. The event aims to pair fashion development with community impact, including a planned…
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