Aruba In Style 2011 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Getty Images What could be more magical than a fashion getaway to the island paradise of Aruba? From November 3rd through November 6th, Aruba became the hottest island in the Caribbean as it sizzled with a celebration of style known as Aruba In ...

The Trial of Dr. Conrad Murray comes to a close By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Getty Images In a twist of fate, Dr. Conrad Murray has been found guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter in the death of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. The trial of Dr. Murray has taken close to six weeks of ...

G-20 Summit 2011 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Getty Images The recent G-20 Summit held in Cannes last week brought forth an action plan for growth and jobs. A set of policies was developed to reinvigorate global economic recovery. It is called the "Cannes Action Plan for Jobs and Growth". The largest ...

Bonaire - Destination of Diving Dreams By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Trip Advisor At the DEMA Show 2011 dive show this past week, one of the top four dive destinations in the world had a large presence. Bonaire, a diver's den of beauty and bountiful marine life, should definitely be on the ...

The Passing of Andy Rooney By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: www.zimbio.com Just recently on October 2nd, the legendary journalist and commentator, Andy Rooney,signed off at '60 Minutes' after being the grouchy and opinionated reporter with the bushy eyebrows each week since 1978. He was very outspoken but we all looked forward to ...

An Artist's World of Foodscapes By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: www.moillusions.com No two artists are ever viewed the same. Creativity is all within the eyes of the beholder. Artist Carl Warner begins with the grocery store as his palette and sees art blossom in broccoli, cabbage, squash, baked potatoes and salmon. His ...

Celebrate with the Academy - A Film Series By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Another great event is going to be presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences from Wednesday, November 9th to Friday, November 11th at 7:30 P.M. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, California. The Academy ...

Miami Beach International Bridal Week Soon to Arrive By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Miami Beach International Bridal Week website, Google Images Nothing is more beautiful than a winter bride in all her splendor. The month of November brings us a tribute to brides all over the world. On November 26th-27th at the posh ...

Harry Houdini, A Halloween Legend By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Wikipedia Halloween is full of trick-or-treating and magical surprises. Perhaps you may not have known that the Master of Magic, Harry Houdini, died 85 years ago today on Halloween. The story of his life has conjured up many a rumor and ...

The Halloween Snowstorm By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Associated Press and Reuters Just as people were packing away their sandals and their swimsuits, a freak snowstorm has pounded the Northeast this weekend. This furious snowstorm has now left over 4 million residents without power in record-breaking low temperatures. Up to 5 ...

Supermodel Jessica Gomes is Back By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: IMG Website, www.zimbio.com IMG Models has announced that Jessica Gomes, international supermodel, is now under their representation. This dark-haired beauty can be seen gracing the covers of best-selling magazines Maxim, Australian Vogue, American Glamour and Italian GQ. Year after year, she has been ...

Afghanistan and Bangkok in the News By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: AFP This weekend was off to a rough start as the United States learned that five troops and eight civilians were killed in Central Kabul, Afghanistan on Saturday morning when a suicide bomber struck a vehicle in a military convoy. Two ...

GO PINK IN THE CITY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The stately Mizner Ballroom in the Boca Raton Resort and Club in Boca Raton, Florida, was transformed on Friday, October 28th, into a very 'Pink Afternoon In the City', 'New York City', as Kristin Davis, well-known for her role on the HBO Hit ...

Courage in Journalism By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger This week two very emotional and touching award ceremonies were held in the world of journalism. In Los Angeles on October 24th and in New York City on October 27th, the International Women's Journalism Foundation's 'Courage in Journalism Awards'were held. Through this event, four courageous ...

Kicokids Collaborates with Anthropologie By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Atelier Creative Services Welcome to a store where you are free to be your own person. At Anthropologie, with every dress that you slip into or coat that you step out in, a fashion statement is made in a bold and impressionable way. ...

An Evening with Ralph Lauren By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Nick Hunt/Patrick McMullan.com Celebrities were out in full force on Monday evening, October 24th, to attend 'An Evening with Ralph Lauren' hosted by the Queen of Talk Show Hosts, Oprah Winfrey. The event took place at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center ...

Countdown to the GRAMMY Awards By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Getty Images, WireImage.com The countdown is underway to one of the biggest nights in music, the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards, set to take place on February 12, 2012 on CBS at 8:00 P.M. ET. Once again for the fourth time, nominations for the coveted ...

Disaster Strikes in Turkey By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Reuters, EPA As the reality of the devastation sets in and hours have now turned into days, some are still clinging to life. The small and possibly one of the poorest villages in Turkey, Ercis, was rocked on Sunday, October 23rd, by a 7.2 magnitude ...

The Nine West Difference By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Nine West Website So many individuals and organizations have united to spread the word about Breast Cancer Awareness during the month of October. There is one retailer that continues to strive to go above and beyond and reach for the stars in ...

KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Youthful lawmaker Andrew Holness was sworn in Sunday as Jamaica's new prime minister, ushering in a government he said would heal political divisions, root out corruption, reduce debt and bureaucracy and attract foreign investment to reduce poverty. The 39-year-old Holness took the oath of allegiance to ...

The Academy Speaks Out on Behalf of Filmmakers By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The turmoil in the world today is affecting many industries and many walks of life. Recently in September of this year, the Iranian government arrested six independent filmmakers for allegedly working with the BBC. But what were the charges? ...

NY International Bridal Week By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: NY International Bridal Week Website The traditional and not so traditional all came together in one place from October 15th through the 17th, 2011 for a most glamorous New York International Bridal Week. The eye-catching parade of exhibitors displayed their collections at ...

TEAM TURLINGTON-BURNS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: www.nymag.com, www.crowdrise.com The thundering annual ING New York City Marathon is right around the corner. The event takes place on Sunday, November 6th, 2011, in New York City and millions of runners hit the streets to participate in one of the largest marathons in the ...

Dive the Deep Blue Sea with Dive Pirates By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: website of Dive Pirates Foundation Scuba Diving is a sport and a hobby that brings countless hours of adventure and excitement to many participants that look forward to diving with energy and enthusiasm. Now there is one organization that is ...

The Indian Point Debate By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: AP, Getty Images, Google If you drive up the coast from New York City along the Hudson River about 35 miles, you will reach Westchester County. This is currently the home of Indian Point nuclear power plant, the center of a ...

Cheers - A Toast to Banana Republic By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Fashion conscious retailer, Banana Republic, has mastered the clothing, shoe and accessory business and they have become the classic label for the popular AMC Hit Series, "Mad Men". Now the retailer is moving into a new realm. With the ...

Prime Minister Bruce Golding says Jamaica has Received Excellent Co-operation from Multilateral and Bilateral Partners: Prime Minister Bruce Golding (centre), Prime Minister Designate, Andrew Holness (4th left) and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Dr Ken Baugh (3rd left) are seen here with members of the Consular Corps of ...

President Obama fulfills a promise to the American people by announcing all troops will be withdrawn from Iraq by the end of the 2011 effectively ending the war in Iraq.

The Elegance of David Yurman By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: David Yurman website David Yurman has been designing luxury jewelry since 1942. The brand received its start in New York City and continues to run their headquarters out of New York City. The David Yurman stores span the ...

Gaddafi 'dead' DEPOSED Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi has been shot and killed, Libyan officials said today. The former leader was wounded in both legs and the head as he was captured after trying to flee in a convoy. He was taken away in an ambulance but later died of his wounds, according to ...

Greek Tragedy   By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Photos: AFP Photo Life in Athens, Greece came to a halt and violence erupted as a general strike was in full swing as part of a second day of non compromise.  Store windows were broken and looting entailed at a mass anti-government rally. ...

Margin Call - A Thriller   By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Photos: 2011 Alliance Media There is a new thriller due out in theaters this Friday, October 21st and it is called 'Margin Call'.  The plot is one that many will easily be able to relate to in our current economic ...

STUDIO 54 REOPENS FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY   By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger    Photos: Sirius/XM Website Close your eyes and faintly you can hear the beat of Donna Summer as you are surrounded by fellow disco lovers on the dance floor with the disco ball shooting off crystal chips of light ...

Prisoner Release and Libya Make Headlines Today    By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Photos: Reuters Five long and grueling years of captivity came to an overwhelming end today as Israeli soldier, Gilad Shalit, was freed as part of a swap agreement between the Israelis and the Palestinians. Appearing much thinner and paler ...

Fashion Designers on the Rise   By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Photos: www.zimbio.com There is a new fashion program out to discover and develop new talent and bring out their strongest potential to reach for the stars. The Mercedes-Benz Start-Up Program is a national initiative specifically targeted to create, discover and cultivate ...

The Martin Luther King Jr. Dedication   By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Photos:  George Whylie, Pure Fame Media Inc / FR TV and  AP Photo There is nothing that could stop this magnificent day from becoming a reality and living out the dream that a prominent civil rights leader began years ...

[gallery link="file" order="DESC" columns="9"]   President Obama Speaks at Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Dedication on the National Mall National Mall, Washington, DC

DEMA Showtime Almost Here By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: DEMA website The dive industry and dive enthusiasts are gearing up for the annual 4-day DEMA Dive Show held in Orlando, Florida at the beginning of November. This annual show is the largest event for the dive industry ...

Official Visit of South Korean President to the U.S. By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: George Whylie-Photographer; David Cassanova- Correspondent; Maxine Nolan-Videographer [gallery] Thursday, October 13th, marked a turning point for President Barack Obama as he warmly welcomed South Korean President, Lee Myung-bak, to the White House. Amidst a steady rainfall, the two leaders shook ...

Changes in the Design World By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: www.vogue.com, www.kenzo.com We've gone through the 2012 Spring/Summer Collections at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City, London Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week and Milan Fashion Week and changes are underway at the top fashion houses ...

Behind-the-Scenes Video: What's on the Menu for the State Dinner?

A Pretty Amazing Designer By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: MTV, JustJaredJr.buzznet.com, Brandon Copple and Zoe Damacela website Seventeen Magazine has picked a new face to grace their October 2011 issue as their 'Pretty Amazing Cover Winner'. Zoe Damacela is the hot new 19 year-old fashion designer and ...

Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak State VisitTuesday, Oct 11, 2011 VIDEO DURATION: 1:16:00 The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) hosted a press briefing to discuss the issues likely to be on the agenda for Republic of Korea President Lee’s upcoming trip to Washington. WHEN/WHERE: ...

THE GOP PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: AP Photo Tonight, October 11th, 2011, there was a live debate that took place in Hanover, New Hampshire, one of the early primary states, between the Republican Presidential candidates. The focus of the evening was the economy ...

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center New York City, October 27-29, 2011 PhotoPlus Expo Presents "A Fored For Nature" Keynote Presentation with Photo Icons Art Wolfe, Frans Lanting and Tom Mangelsen Award Winning Photographers Share Stage, Images, and Experience for First Time Anywhere NEW YORK, NY -- October 7, 2011 – PDN PhotoPlus ...

Global Competition Underway - UN Memorial By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Covered by Maxine Nolan, Andrew Stephen Videographers, David Cassanova Correspondent- DC -Digital The competition is now officially underway. On September 30th, the committee tasked with building a permanent memorial at the United Nations in honor of the victims of ...

A Weekend of Celebrations By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: AP Photo There were a couple of monumental events taking place this weekend. Last night, the Michael Forever-The Tribute Concert was held at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales to celebrate the life and music of the King of ...

Home Movies with the Academy By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Why not take some time on the third Saturday in October and spend some time reminiscing with your family, friends and neighbors as you watch home movies? The Academy Film Archive organizes Home Movie Day in Los Angeles and this year ...

Style Fashion Week in L.A. By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Style Fashion Week website, Brian Pitts Another Fashion Week is just around the corner. Style Fashion Week launches its 2nd energetic season on Sunday, October 16th, during market week in downtown Los Angeles. It ...