You Decide the Winner for the Academy Award By: Hope Wilkos, Writer The most coveted award ceremony in the motion picture film industry is known as the Academy Awards. If an actor/actress, director, writer, producer, costume designer or songwriter walks away with the sparkling Oscar at the end of the evening, ...

The Newest Museum Under the Sea By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer   New York City is renowned for its abundance of mesmerizing museums. Statistics show that there are close to 100 in total. Whatever your interest, whether it be art, history, fashion or architecture, any of these topics can be found within a NY ...

By: Hope Wilkos, Writer   In our current society at a time when women are speaking out so vehemently for their rights, Thursday, March 8, 2018 becomes an even more significant date in history. March 8, 2018, is International Women’s Day, not just nationally, but, globally as well. Men and women across the ...

Out With The Old 2016, In With The New 2017 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer As we look back in retrospect at the year that was ‘2016’, it triggers emotions of all kinds and fading memories that we are eager to push under the carpet for one last time. From January through December, ...

  You’re Invited To Shop ‘Small Business Saturday’ By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer The Christmas Holiday is almost here. After enjoying the Thanksgiving turkey and taking in an evening of football, predictions are calling for a very successful season of holiday shopping in 2016. Lines already began to form on Monday of Thanksgiving week ...

The Man, The Legend, The Bowtie - Charles Osgood By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Sunday, September 25, 2016 marks a historic day in television broadcasting. After 22 years of being invited into our homes on Sunday morning and sharing an hour and a half of his time, CBS’ Charles Osgood signed off as ...

Diobox Leads New York Fashion Week Into The Future      By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer As the seasons progress, New York Fashion Week is evolving, feet first into the future, to meet the needs of its tech-savvy attendees and participants.   Although we all consider it ‘New York Fashion Week’ for as long as we ...

Going For The Gold In Rio By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer       Months turned into weeks, weeks turned into days and days became mere minutes. Now it has arrived like fireworks on a warm July 4th evening. The anticipation is over and the Summer Olympics 2016 are underway in Rio. It all began on ...

Spanish Artist Domínguez de Haro Takes Inspiration From The Sea By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer His abundance of talent has earned him the honorable title of “the new Spanish Picasso”. Domínguez de Haro is the #1 poet and painter of images that conjure up the beauty of what the seafloor holds ...

Art Hearts Fashion Dominates Miami Swim Week - July 2016 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer   The month of July, once again, caught Art Hearts Fashion spreading the love. This time they arrived in the tropical paradise known as Miami Beach. Art Hearts Fashion has consistently taken the world by storm, breaking new ground ...

  Life Under The Printed Palms With Lilly Pulitzer By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Bright tropical prints and gorgeous tanned models made for a spectacular day in New York City on Tuesday, June 7, 2016. This is what summer is all about as the Lilly Pulitzer brand unveiled the latest 2017 Resort 365 Collection ...

    Universal Smile Award Recipient, Kate Hudson, attends the Operation Smile Gala Universal Smile Recipient, Kate Hudson, and Master of Ceremonies, Brooke Burke-Charvet, donned in black sequence at the Operation Smile Gala New York’s finest hit the red carpet last night at Cipriani 42nd Street to show their support at Operation Smile's 14th Annual ...

   The MET Examines Fashion In An Age Of Technology By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer   Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, Fall 2013 Photo: Catwalking / Courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art   In less than one week, all eyes in the fashion world will be fixated on the MET located on Museum Row in New York ...

The Stars Are Shining At The White House  By:  Hope Wilk os, Writer There is plenty to toast to at the White House these days. While keeping our country safe is a top priority, it is always a pleasant diversion to spend time in the artistic world. The month of February ended on ...

  HASTY PUDDING THEATRICALS AWARDS KERRY WASHINGTON AS WOMAN OF THE YEAR By: Hope Wilkos, Writer While the Oscars have drawn a considerable amount of attention for their lack of diversity in the category of nominees, another award ceremony is celebrating diversity with their annual ‘Woman Of The Year’ award that took place on ...

  ‘Toast For The Cause’ Raises Needed Funds At The Golden Globes  By Hope Wilkos (Writer) The Golden Globes are more than just a walk on the Red Carpet or a way for one celebrity to outdo the other. Although much of the generosity of the event takes place beyond the view of the ...

Building Our Strength After Fifteen Years By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer The images are as vividly haunting as if it was only yesterday, the pain continues to rip at our hearts, leaving us with a sort of emptiness that seems difficult to understand and impossible to erase. Our world has been recreated around one ...

Dress For Success Builds Bonds By: Hope Wilkos, Writer It is very easy to take some of the smallest gifts we have with no appreciation for how we got those gifts. It is sometimes inherent to cast aside thoughts of those less fortunate. There is one non-profit organization that continues to brighten ...

A Sparkling Evening At The CFDA Awards By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Every year at this same time, fashion takes a front seat as the high-profile award ceremony of the year is held in New York City to recognize outstanding designers and those individuals who have made a lasting mark on the fashion ...

The 2015 Penn Relays Race Home By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer It just happened to be another successful year at the longest-running traditional sports event of the Northeast and quite possibly, the nation.  It all began back in 1895 and has continued to become legendary as time goes on. This is the Penn Relays ...

#GimmeFive Prevails At Easter Egg Roll By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Although Easter was celebrated on Sunday, April 5, 2015, a long-standing tradition of the White House took place the very next day on Monday, April 6th. Children across the nation are all familiar with the Easter Egg Roll. Children dash to find eggs. (Official ...

Women Have The Power To Make A Difference By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer We are in the century when women have been empowered to pave the road as leaders in many industries that were previously dominated by men. Most recently, earlier this month on the afternoon of March 11, 2015, women from varied sectors ...

The Economy Is Looking Up - February 2015 Employment Statement By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Statement by Jason Furman, Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers Just two months into a new year and the economy continues to move upwards at a constant pace. Today, the White House issued their monthly statement on the employment ...

NYC To Shine Even Brighter As Fashion Capital By: Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan, Writer/Blogger Nothing can keep the fashion crowds away from New York City as the most recent Fall/Winter 2015 Fashion Week has brought a certain excitement and an aura of style, almost like a spell being cast over the city. Not ...

BP ADAMS AWARDS MIDWOOD AMBULANCE SERVICE AS FIRST OF BROOKLYN’S COMMUNITY BUSINESSES Contributor: Monique Nolan BROOKLYN, NY, February 7, 2015: Today, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams launched Brooklyn’s Community Businesses, a series where he will honor local businesses with a commitment to their communities, and named Midwood Ambulance Service ...

Guyanese American Dr. Matthews Writes About Caribbean Immigrants Dr. Matthews writes about Caribbean immigrants By Tangerine Clarke Guyanese American author Dr. Lear Matthews gives a clear insight into Caribbean immigrants living in the United States, in his new book entitled “English-Speaking Caribbean Immigrants: Transnational Identities.” The book outlines a scope of matters that highlights ...

The Center for Economic Opportunity (CEO) and its agency partners are pleased to present the 2014 Data Driven Provider Awards. These winners represent service providers of CEO and Young Men’s Initiative (YMI) programs whose smart use of data and excellent outcomes produced exciting advances in their delivery of services for ...

Sundance Film Festival 2015 Has Another Successful Year  By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer This past week, film and music lovers focused their attention on the area of Utah which is home to the annual Sundance Film Festival, Park City. Emerging talent blossomed, memorable films debuted for the very first time, and there is that distinct ...

Jammins Entertainment Presents PATTI LABELLE & BILLY OCEAN - SUNDAY, FEB 15 @ BAM in Brooklyn, NY For one night ONLY IT’S A VALENTINE'S WEEKEND to remember as THE LADY OF SOUL & Grammy winning Artist - PATTI LABELLE makes her long overdue return to Brooklyn alongside fellow R&B Grammy Award Winner - ...

GREAT GIFT FOR YOUR VALENTINE…. SHAGGY, MAXI PRIEST AND SANCHEZ PERFORMING LIVE ON VALENTINE’S WEEKEND http://youtu.be/YdjnFo8UX14 SINGERS IN ACTION - PART4 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH, 2015 @ NJPAC (NJ PERFORMING ARTS CTR. In Newark, NJ) SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH, 2015 @ BAM (BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF MUSIC in Brooklyn, NY) Jamaican reggae royalty! 2015 Grammy Award Nominee and ...

'MADNESS' FROM TWO JAMAICAN MUSIC ICONS FOR 2015; INNER CIRCLE READY TO PERFORM AT REBEL SALUTE 2015, LADIES BALL IN NYC plus more RICHIE STEPHENS & BEENIE MAN - MADNESS 'MADNESS' FROM TWO JAMAICAN MUSIC ICONS FOR 2015 Kingston: Is the reggae/dancehall world ready for the first ever collaboration between Dancehall King Beenieman ...

The Year Goes Out With A Bang In Barcelona by:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Courtesy of Image.net It's no wonder that January 1st remains low-key the day after a night of celebration that lingered into the early morning hours. Horns, hats and merriment crowded streets, restaurants, homes and other locales. December 31st signifies 'Out With ...

Bundle Up For New Year's Eve In Times Square By:  Hope Wilkos,  Monique Nolan Writer / Blogger Doesn't it seem as if 2014 flew by and now we are left with both the good and the bad memories to forever fear or forever cherish?   As is customary, the countdown is soon underway to the ...

Guyanese beauty wins Miss Caribbean title By Tangerine Clarke Congratulations are in order for Rafieya Husain, Miss World Guyana who qualified in the final 10 at the Miss World 2014 pageant at the Aloft London Excel on Dec. 14, and earned the title of Miss Caribbean for being the only national from ...

New York City Receives A Visit From The Royal Couple By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Washington and New York City have truly enjoyed the presence of the Royal Couple, if only for a brief number of days. On Monday, December 8, 2014, a photo that will most likely make the history books, was taken ...

Job Growth On The Upswing By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer At a time when it seems as if there is no good news and bad news is in abundance, the most recent release yesterday of the statement on the November 2014 Employment situation brought a huge sigh of relief and hopes that the ...

Manufacture New York Spreads Holiday Cheer  By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Today was a victorious day for the design and manufacturing industry in a location within the United States that is ripe with fashion, style and sophistication. Waking up in New York City on Thursday, December 4, 2014, there was a sharp chill in ...

It isn’t turning out to be a very good week if your name is Mariah Carey, but another music legend keeps chugging along…Versace announced today that Madonna is the face of their Spring/Summer 2015 campaign. This marks the fourth time she’s appeared in the brand’s ad campaigns over the past ...

Karlie Kloss Remembers Oscar de la Renta By Eddie Roche | December 4, 2014 Karlie Kloss remembers Oscar de la Renta in the January issue of Glamour, which hits stands on December 9th and is available now digitally at Glamour.com/app. The designer and model first started working together when she was 15 ...

BRAATA BRINGS CARIBBEAN CHRISTMAS TO NEW YORK New York – December 4, 2014 Braata Productions will once again offer New Yorkers an exciting and colorful taste of a traditional Caribbean Christmas when it presents its second annual Ole Time Grand Market Celebration at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center in Jamaica Queens ...

De Blasio continues on ‘community schools’ promise with $52 million project pairing city schools with organizations The schools will seek to boost attendance and student achievement by bringing social workers and literacy classes, among other things, into city classrooms. The new project is part of de Blasio’s plan to fulfill a ...

Film Festivals Abound in 2014 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer The cameras have been rolling continuously and the film festivals have kept us very busy this year. Perhaps the joy of film is captured as an escape into our wildest dreams, playing upon our past, present and future. It is a means for ...

'IMAGINE' For All Of The Children By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer It draws memories accumulated over a period of time, a dream for our future, a reminder of our past. 'IMAGINE' a world free of war and strife, a better place for our children to roam and prosper throughout the years. Voices were heard ...

A MUSICAL FAREWELL FOR JOHN HOLT! November 18, 2014 By Mr. lindsay John Holt’s daughter, Debbie Holt-Buckmiller, and her husband Wayne (second left), join other mourners to view the body of her father in the portico of the Holy Trinity Cathedral in downtown Kingston yesterday. (PHOTOS: JOSEPH WELLINGTON) By Richard Johnson— John Holt’s sons Richard ...

A Design Of A Different Kind Supports Dignity Fund By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer The progression of technology brings with it a special sense of style and finesse.  The power of the universe has inspired Celine Semaan Vernon in many imaginative ways and beyond our wildest dreams.  She is a staunch believer in ...

White House Embraces Halloween By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer What kind of spooky Halloween trick-or-treating took place at the White House this year?  Traditionally, the Presidents, over the years, have always decided to put aside all their political thoughts for an evening and bring on the fun and frolicking in the name of ...

Tribeca Film Takes On A New Meaning By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer The world of film is taking a giant leap forward to satisfy the demands of a constantly changing and technically savvy audience.  It is with great anticipation that Tribeca Enterprises  and Lionsgate  announced their partnership to launch what will be known as "Tribeca ...

  October 14, 2014 BP ADAMS WELCOMES THE BROOKLYN BOLTS, THE BOROUGH’S FIRST PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL TEAM IN 70 YEARS, AT BOROUGH HALL RALLY BROOKLYN, NY, October 14, 2014  Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams welcomed the Brooklyn Bolts of the Fall Experimental Football League (FXFL) at a rally on the steps of Brooklyn ...

The U.S. Open Attracts The Celebrities By: Hope Wilkos, Writer If you are an avid sports enthusiast, the U.S. Open  is 'the' much celebrated sports event of the season that is annually enlightening with some of the most distinguished tennis champions coming out to enthusiastically compete for that grand title that will put ...

The Gift Of Education By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer   The importance of education can never be underestimated and should never be taken for granted.  Receiving years of schooling serves as a crucial benefit into our future and on throughout the rest of our lives.   There is no greater advocate of education for girls and ...

Robin Williams' Legacy Of Laughter Lives On By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer You couldn't help but love the alien with a sense of humor and a smile to light up the moon.   The television sitcom, 'Mork & Mindy'  was one of my all-time favorite shows that brought me up when I was down ...

Encouragement In Employment  By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer With the world engaged in fighting, turmoil among countries, optimism starts to build here at home in the United States. On Friday, August 1, 2014, the White House issued their July Employment results and job growth continues to exceed expectations. July brought us over 200,000 ...

The Iconic Catwalk Of The Century By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer It has been an amazing comeback as the majestic skyscraper that is now known as One World Trade Center towers high above the bustling city of Manhattan. Not only are numerous powerful fashion and media corporations going to take up residence within this ...

June 2014 Employment Situation  By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer On a weekend when we are celebrating freedom and opportunity within the United States, we are learning that a pivotal point has been reached in the employment world.  With six months down in 2014, we have a good indicator of where we have been ...

Patriotism Shines On July 4th, 2014 By Hope Wilkos, Writer In a magnificent burst of brilliant color sweeping across the night sky to the sounds of patriotic tunes, we were reminded on July 4th of the freedom  that we so enjoy here in the United States of America. The tradition is always so ...

Qtr 1 2014 GDP Estimate Revised By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Lately, the American public has mixed emotions on the economy and where it is headed.  While we have been seeing a somewhat positive upswing as the year continues to progress, today a statement was released on the third estimate of GDP (Gross ...

The May 2014 Employment Situation By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The news on the nation's employment situation for May was expected to remain somewhat unchanged from the previous month's findings. Although this was mostly the case, it is important to note that job growth exceeded 200,000 for the 4th straight month with the ...

The 5th   Annual Miss Dream Castle Pageant, Featuring  live performances by:  Ray Goodman & Brown,  Blue Magic featuring Ted Mills, Noddy Virture, and Princess Anaya . On June 28, 2014 the  Miss Dream Castle Pageant will hold  their Grand Coronation Ceremony & Show   for the 4th time at the Royal Regency Hotel   165 Tuchahoe Rd, ...

Documentaries Dealing In Reality By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger If you enjoyed the most recent Tribeca Film Festival 2014, you are sure to be impressed by AFI DOCS Documentary Festival, set to take place beginning on June 18th and running through June 22, 2014. What gives this film festival its stature and its stand-out quality, ...

Glorious Gardens in "Bette's World" By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger There is nothing more beautiful than New York City as the seasons transition from Spring to Summer. Central Park shows off flowers in full bloom, the grass is a deep and startling green and you seem to find everybody outside enjoying the simplicity of ...

Second Estimate of GDP for Qtr 1 2014 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As we come to the close of yet another month, it brings us ever so much closer to the middle of 2014. It is once again time to reanalyze the Gross Domestic Product or GDP for the first quarter of ...

Clinging To The Memories At The National 9/11 Memorial Museum By:  Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan Writer/Blogger   Another major historic milestone was reached last Thursday, May 15, 2014, in New York City.  The National September 11th Memorial Museum is keeping all those memories alive as it opened its doors many feet below ground ...

The Met Celebrates Charles James, A Design Legend By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The press line seemed to stretch for miles as we all anxiously awaited what was surely to be one of the most memorable afternoons in May. It was all taking place in the fashionable setting of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. ...

April 2014 Employment Situation By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As was expected, the employment growth for April continued on the path that we have been seeing for the last few months with much promise of upswing on the job front. This is the 50th consecutive month that jobs were added and the unemployment ...

The Rocket Man Rises Again By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger On the evening of Wednesday, April 30, 2014, a few hours of unforgettable history were made in one of the most authentic venues of the U.K. . Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Battersea Power Station   The crowds came out to celebrate the inaugural annual ...

Who Are The 2014 Tribeca Jurors? By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger For all their hard work and determined efforts, their test of the imagination, their self-expression of reality as they see it, reward can be so sweet and there are various factors that contribute to the success of the hundreds of films that premiere ...

Easter Bunny Soon To Arrive At The White House By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The Easter Bunny is on his way bringing tidings of a "Happy Easter" to all.  He is headed right up to Washington, D.C. It is an association, by memory, that we tie together Easter and the event that has become ...

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia LIVESTREAM: MBFW AUSTRALIA SS 14/15 APRIL 6th 7th 8th 09th 10th MBFWA14 OFFICIAL SCHEDULE DESIGNERS All New York Australia Miami Berlin Istanbul A AANCHAL CHANDA AE'LKEMI AJE AKIRA ALEX PERRY ALICE MCCALL ANNA QUAN ASH TO GOLD AURELIO COSTARELLA AYAKA ICHIKAWA (JAPAN) B BEC & BRIDGE BEI NA WEI BETTY TRAN BHALO BIANCA SPENDER BLESS'ED ARE THE MEEK BOWIE BRONX AND BANCO BY JOHNNY C CAMEO CAMILLA CAMILLA AND MARC CARENA WEST CARL KAPP CARLA ZAMPATTI CARLIE WATERMAN CASLAZUR CHAILIE HO CHRISTINA EXIE CHRISTOPHER BALDWIN CHRISTOPHER ESBER CIARA NOLAN CLEAN CUT ...

Employment Situation for March 2014 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger March is now behind us and with April comes the promise of milder weather and a positive outlook on the job situation around the nation.  Just as the employment statement was released, the Senate had decided the day before to move forward with ...

Groovin in the park  2014 Press Launched Groovin in the park  2014 press launch  took place at the Consulate General of Jamaica in Manhattan April 2nd, 2014. The Honorable Herman G. LaMont, Jamaica's Consul General to New York was in attendance. It’s going to be some kind of summer in New York City. ‘Groovin In The ...

Chime For Change Launches APP By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger She attracts sold-out crowds and her charisma has captured the entire world.  Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is a star  in more ways than one.  Her look is admired and longed to be copied by girls and women all throughout the world and her costumes are ...

The Style Awards Take Center Stage By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Only a few days remain until the most anticipated event, live and online, in the fashion and design industry.  The 5th Annual Fashion 2.0 Awards are coming to the fashion community on March 20, 2014 from Merkin Concert Hall in New York ...

SALUTE TO INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2014 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Today was a holiday which celebrates women and all that they stand for.  March 8th is the proclaimed holiday known as International Women's Day. It is a day to look upon women's achievements, their characteristics that give them the knack to hold ...

THE FEBRUARY EMPLOYMENT SITUATION 2014 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Awaiting the release of the statement on the employment situation for February, many speculated that there would be no change due to the problematic weather conditions. When the numbers were released, there was no big surprise.  The month of February was the 48th ...

Student Workshop: The History of Women in Soul March 06, 2014 | 1:01:26 | Public Domain First Lady Michelle Obama hosts middle school, high school and college students from across the country for an interactive student workshop: “I’m Every Woman: The History of Women in Soul."

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IT'S A WIN FOR THE 2014 OSCAR AWARDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger What a wild and exciting evening it was on Sunday, March 2, 2014!  The night certainly wasn't like any Oscar Award Ceremony that I remember.  Although we sometimes put celebrities on a pedestal, this past Sunday evening proved that they ...

THE FIRST EVER WHITE HOUSE FILM FESTIVAL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger We all know of Tribeca Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival and Cannes Film Festival, but for the very first time ever, President Obama hosted the White House Film Festival on Friday, February 28, 2014.  As part of this stimulating event, the ...

START YOUR ENGINES FOR THE NY INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger A show that will excite the entire family is the upcoming New York International Auto Show.  It is set to speed into the Jacob Javits Center in New York City on April 18, 2014 and continue through April 27, ...

GREET SPRING WITH CHARLES JAMES:BEYOND FASHION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger New York City can almost time the approach to spring by the stylish arrival of the annual exhibition brought to the Metropolitan Museum of Art  which takes place the first week in May.  Each year, some of the biggest and most historical names ...

FILM FESTIVALS GET US THROUGH THE WINTER By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger No matter what the time of year it is, the world of film lets you escape the harsh reality of your daily routine into a world that you can mold to satisfy your curiosity. This time of the year brings us ...

JANUARY 2014 EMPLOYMENT UPDATE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger On the heels of the President's State of the Union Address, the nation is looking to see how in 2014, the government will influence and guide positive change.  President Obama continues to focus on action, warning Congress that he is willing to make sure ...

TIME TO TALK WITH 'THE MOMS' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The charismatic duo of Denise and Melissa, also affectionately known as 'The Moms', have been the talk of New York City for some time now. They even rule the airwaves of Sirius XM these days. From their fabulous and fun fashion show at ...

THE SUPER BOWL SCORES A TOUCHDOWN WITH FASHION  BY:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As sports fanatics are glued to their big screen televisions, the football playoffs are well under way to determine who will be the final two teams given the opportunity to go to Super Bowl XLVIII. The ultimate win of the ...

SALUTE THE FGI RISING FASHION STARS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It is time to rise to the occasion as we get ready to salute those chosen to compete for the 17th Annual Rising Star Awards.  On Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at Cipriani at 110 East 42nd Street in New York City, there ...

71st ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES 'TOAST FOR A CAUSE' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It may seem like the 71st Annual Golden Globe Awards, held on Sunday, January 12, 2014, were all about receiving and recognition for the most creative and influential artists of the past year. It was a who's who of celebrities ...

 One of Reggae’s finest  Festival Rebel Salute  will rock the north course of  the Island  Jamaica January 17 /18th at Richmond Estate, Saint Ann, Jamaica Two days of  Reggae Rebel Salute with an Impressive  Artist line up Artist Line Up – Friday 17th Damian Marley       Bunny Wailer                     Andrew Tosh              Luciano                    Bugle                              Duane Stephenson   Chuck Fender             Tony Rebel                  ...

TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL SOON TO SHINE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Breaking away from our own reality and entering the realm of fantasy, emotional retribution, happiness, drama and dreams are all part of one of the most highly-accredited film festivals in the world. This is one of the passionate projects of the very ...

DECEMBER 2013 EMPLOYMENT UPDATE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The year 2013 proved to be gaining progressive strength as we continue to pursue economic recovery but 2013 didn't exactly end with a bang.  December's job growth was a bit lackluster from what was expected but the focus needs to remain on fixing the ...

COUNTING DOWN TO SOCHI By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It won't be long before we become glued to our television screens as world-class athletes compete vigorously for gold medals at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics.

A NEW YEAR, A NEW MAYOR By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The new mayor of New York City was sworn into office on January 1, 2014.  Bill de Blasio has that determined and attitude and a strong passion for his city and that is exactly what is needed in a leadership position such ...

By:  Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan Writer/Blogger It doesn't seem to matter how unbearably cold it is, record crowds of over 1 million people seem to flock to Times Square every year for the tradition that we never tire of. The festivities this year marked the 42nd year of the largest New Year's ...

HOLIDAY RELIEF FOR HAITI By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Tis' the season to rejoice in the gift of giving.  That was exactly the spirit earlier this month when Bovet 1822 (a Swiss "Maison" of luxury timepieces) owner, Mr. Pascal Raffy, participated in a holiday gala celebration for Artists For Peace & Justice on December ...

THE WHITE HOUSE WELCOMES THE HOLIDAYS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As many of us get ready to celebrate Christmas, the White House is quickly becoming quiet as the Obama family headed off this past weekend to Hawaii to celebrate the holiday with first dogs, Bo and Sunny in tow.  However, there were ...

CELEBRATING WOMEN AND ART AT ART BASEL MIAMI By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Although Art Basel has departed the trendy shores of sunny Miami, the cultural savvy set is still talking about the success of this annual event that unites fashion, art and entertainment together for an action-packed week of excitement. From art ...

Jamaican Tessanne Chin Makes History For The Caribbean http://youtu.be/eNxp9j6Vczs Chin, l, performing with legendary singer, Celine Dion on Dec. 17, 2013. (NBC TV image) http://youtu.be/RtBSNe_JCbI Story Credit : News Americas News Americas, Los Angeles, CA, Weds. Dec. 18, 2013 It was one for the Caribbean history books Tuesday night as for the first time in the ...

THE ANGELS OF NEWTOWN By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Almost a year to the day that the Sandy Hook shooting took place, there was a grim reminder of what guns can do if placed in the wrong hands.  Just a few miles from Columbine, the scene for one of the deadliest shootings on ...

SANTA COMES TO SOHO FOR A TOY DRIVE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The holidays are all about making others feel special, no matter what the age may be.

MANDELA MAKES HIS IMPRINT ON THE WORLD By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger People around the world have not been mourning the death of a leader today but instead they are celebrating the life of Nelson Mandela.

PENN DESIGN CHALLENGE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger not only continues to be one of the most successful designers in the world today, but he challenges our younger generation to make sure they are ready for the future of design.

EMPLOYMENT SITUATION FOR NOVEMBER 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As the holidays approach and retailers look to maximize their revenue for the year, the November Employment results were met with acceptance and promise that we will end 2013 on a high note. The Manufacturing sector seems to be getting stronger along with auto ...

A NEW WORLD OF MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK AWAITS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The face of fashion continues to emerge even brighter continuing with change to meet the needs of the industry as time goes on, season after season.

TRIBUTE TO THE LEGENDARY BEATLES By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger One of the most iconic musical groups of all time is the Beatles.  It doesn't quite matter if you are middle-aged or in your teens, everyone knows all about the life and times of the Beatles. To this day, we still hear their ...

SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Saturday, November 30, 2013, is known as Small Business Saturday around the nation.  This is the busiest shopping weekend of the year and why not pay a visit to those retailers that make a solid difference in your community?  We all tend to ...

  BP MARKOWITZ HOLDS ANNUAL THANKSGIVING TURKEY GIVEAWAY By:  Monique Nolan, Writer/Blogger Photo Credit: George Whylie                                                             BROOKLYN, NY, November 26, 2013: Today, Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz led a legion of volunteers as he gave away close to 1,000 turkeys and several tons of apples, yams, potatoes and collard greens to representatives of over a hundred ...

NY PRESS CONFERENCE ANNOUNCES 30th ANNIVERSARY of "STING" By: Roland Hyde Writer / Photographer L-R: Sophia Bernard-Fairman (Group Brand Manager, J.Wray&Nephew), Josef Bogdanovich (CEO, Downsound Records), Isaiah Laing (CEO, Supreme Promotions Ltd), Kiprich (Dancehall/Reggae Artist), Howard "Big Mac" McIntosh and Junior "Heavy D" Fraser (Supreme Promotions directors). NY PRESS CONFERENCE ANNOUNCES 30th ANNIVERSARY of ...

THE GIFT OF GLORY HONORED AT 2013 GOVERNORS AWARDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger A black-tie event took place on November 16, 2013 that gave us a deep appreciation for our stars of the present who have also influenced the past and will continue to have a strong impact on the future.

JON'S SLEEP OUT AND CALYPSO CARES MAKE A DIFFERENCE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Isn't life sometimes about giving back?  Being thankful for what we have and bringing happiness to those who have not? There is one business professional who is most passionate about sharing the goodness of life, and in doing so, he ...

THE STORM OF THE CENTURY WREAKS HAVOC By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger We gaze at the television screen and stare at our laptop screens in disbelief at what could only be described as a war zone in a country where no war was even fought.  Buildings flattened, fallen trees creating obstacles across roads, ...

From  lead vocals for one of the most enduring (and enduringly popular) reggae groups of the 1970s and 80s (The Chosen Few), who not only had an enviable string of hits across the decade but also toured the United States, Canada, and England,  known for their superbly crafted vocals and ...

OCTOBER 2013 EMPLOYMENT SITUATION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger This past week brought with it the once again anticipated results of the employment situation for October 2013.  Although we had to contend with the government shutdown during the month of October, prior to the month we saw promising growth in August and September ...

NYC & NJ CLAIM VICTORY IN POLITICAL ARENA By:  Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan Writer/Blogger It was election time in particular states across the nation this week.  From the reaction of those in the Northeast, it appears that a couple of the races finished with overwhelming results and a promise of good days ...

HEALTHY EATING AND HALLOWEEN AT THE WHITE HOUSE  By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Each one of us has a cause that we are passionate about.  For First Lady Michelle Obama, she is a huge advocate of children eating healthier meals and getting plenty of exercise. On Wednesday, October 30, 2013, a couple of very ...

EMPLOYMENT SITUATION FOR SEPTEMBER 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger After the long delayed employment situation release for September which was due to a partial government shutdown, the government is trying to return to normalcy. The statement was released on Tuesday, October 22, 2013.  While September results continued to be positive, the Bureau ...

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 Collections LIVE STREAM: MBFW NY SPRING 2014 COLLECTIONS The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 Collections will include shows from designers including: NICHOLAS K, DAVID TLALE, BCBGMAXAZRIA, RICHARD CHAI, SUPIMA, TADASHI SHOJI, CANDELA, DESIGUAL, MARISSA WEBB, THE ART INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK CITY, FASHION LAW INSTITUTE, ZIMMERMANN, ...

Caribbean Fever Music Festival is the premier celebration of Caribbean cultures, fashion and music. Presented in partnership with Irie Jamboree, the Caribbean Fever Music Festival is a three-day live event taking place during Labor Day Weekend on Friday, August 30 through Sunday, September 1 at Barclays Center. The music festival will ...

BP MARKOWITZ CELEBRATES 51ST ANNIVERSARY OF JAMAICAN INDEPENDENCE AT BOROUGH HALL  By: Monique Nolan On Tuesday, August 5, Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz celebrated the 51st anniversary of Jamaica’s independence at a flag raising ceremony held at Brooklyn Borough Hall. As of 2008, almost 80,000 Brooklynites claim Jamaican ancestry, making the borough ...

Photo: George Whylie Contributor: Maxine Nolan - Whylie WEST INDIAN AMERICAN DAY CARNIVAL ASSOCIATION (WIADCA) KICKS OFF 46TH ANNUAL CARNIVAL AT BROOKLYN'S BOROUGH HALL. SPECIAL MEDIA CONFERENCE WITH ELECTED OFFICIALS AND CORPORATE SPONSORS ANNOUNCES NEW ADDITIONS TO EVENTS LEADING UP TO AND FOLLOWING THE CARNIVAL Brooklyn, July 11, 2013 – The West Indian American ...

AN EVENING OF ELEGANCE WITH CFDA AWARDS 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   It was almost like Fashion Week all over again at Lincoln Center  in New York City as designers, models, entrepreneurs, corporate sponsors, celebrities and the executive members of the Council of Fashion Designers of America came out to celebrate the ...

LIGHTS, FASHION, ACTION! By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   New York City is in for a thrilling surprise as the month of June brings with it a very important event highlighting outstanding women in fashion, entertainment and media for the world to admire in awe. It is a uniquely creative film festival and a conference ...

CHIME FOR CHANGE SPREADS THE WORD By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Empowerment can be powerfully rewarding.  It can carry our world to new heights to support a cause if we stand united. On Saturday, June 1, 2013, in an effort to empower, 'The Sound of Change Live' took to the stage at Twickenham Stadium in ...

CONCERTS FOR A CAUSE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   In the last couple of months, we have been tried and tested as a nation.  First we were struck with the horrific Boston Marathon bombing.  As we tried to pick up the pieces, Mother Nature's anger wreaked havoc on Oklahoma with a tornado that ...

ADIDAS GRAND PRIX 2013 THRILLS FANS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Although the windy, rainy weather could have been a deterrent on Saturday, May 25, 2013, some of the finest athletes in the world didn't let that stop them from giving their very best performance at the   It all took place at Icahn ...

Ezra Mechaber May 27, 2013 05:56 PM EDT Share This Post   Today President Obama traveled to Arlington National Cemetery to commemorate Memorial Day, laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and delivering remarks. The President thanked members of the armed forces and veterans for their service to the United States, ...

THE GLAMOUR OF CINEMA AGAINST AIDS XX By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Cannes has been the center of attention for over a week now.  The energy has come to a climactic end but it was a week of awesome magic.  With enchanting premiere films, an impressive 'who's who' list of attendees and scenery ...

CAROLE KING IS HONORED AT WHITE HOUSE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   As a long-standing tradition, President Obama and First Lady Michelle are continuing with the entertaining series "In Performance at the White House".  The goal is to showcase the rich fabric of American culture in the nation's most famous home, the White ...

GOVERNOR NATHAN DEAL OF GEORGIA APPOINTS JAMAICAN BORN BROADCASTER THE HONORABLE PAT BACCAS-BOWEN ‘LIEUTENANT COLONEL’ Atlanta, GA- Jamaican born, The Honorable Pat Baccas-Bowen, founder, CEO, Producer and host of Atlanta based Future Movement Radio (FMR) has made her community and country proud with her recent appointment as 'Lieutenant Colonel’ by the ...

BRING ON THE BLING WITH LIBERACE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Liberace was a man who certainly lived life to its fullest. His world was full of glitz, glam and plenty of sparkle. He was the original "King of Bling" in every sense of the word. His famous line was "Too much of a ...

DON'T LET OUR REEFS DISAPPEAR By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   It can be said that the tranquil coral reefs are some of the most precious gifts that Mother Nature has bestowed upon us.  Our marine ecosystems depend on the reefs to thrive in a healthy environment and in this way the process of ...

APPLAUD OUR WOUNDED WARRIORS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Colorado Springs is providing the scenic backdrop for Paralympic-style games known as the 4th Annual International Warrior Games.  These are not your ordinary games.  Close to 260 wounded war veterans (who are also athletes) compete in wheelchair basketball, sitting-volleyball, shooting, archery, cycling, track & ...

'PUNK: Chaos to Couture' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger  The MET Costume Gala is extremely addictive as one of the biggest events of the year,   celebrity guests arrived to walk the Red Carpet, some reliving the era through their attire for the evening. Hundreds gathered to get a glimpse of the flowing gowns, fishnet stockings, strange ...

A STAR-STUDDED KENTUCKY DERBY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   The exciting 139th running of the Kentucky Derby was won by Shug McGaughey's 'Orb' on a muddy track at Churchill Downs on May 4, 2013. Not only was there a winner on the track but winning fashions crowded the Red Carpet as celebrities gathered in Millionaire's ...

ECONOMIC SITUATION FOR QTR 1 2013 AND EMPLOYMENT SITUATION FOR APRIL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   On Friday, May 3, 2013, the country was nervously awaiting the release of the statement on the employment situation in April. The statistics show that we are in a positive transition with the unemployment rate edging down from ...

THE ICONIC CELEBRATION OF THE GREAT GATSBY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   As one of the great classics of all time opens soon in theaters across the country, The Great Gatsby, toasted the New York City Premiere with a roaring good time held at The Plaza Hotel after the Red Carpet arrival and ...

'SHARE THE LOVE, JOIN THE FIGHT' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It's time to share the love and join the fight.  On May 1, 2013, a fervor was felt in the air as it was time to make New York City and the world aware that we must conquer blood cancer, once and ...

RACE TO THE FINISH AT PENN RELAYS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   This past weekend, sports fans thrilled to the energy and excitement that overtook Franklin Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as they came out with enthusiasm for the 119th Penn Relays held from April 25 - April 27, 2013. It is the time of ...

CFDA CELEBRATES EARTH DAY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger   Across the globe, environmentally conscious individuals have been celebrating Earth Day all month long.  April is the special month of the year when we make sure that our earth is protected for future generations as one of the most important goals of the present. One ...

THE PRESIDENTS CLUB By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Five Presidents, made up of both Democrats and Republicans, came together on a bright and sunny Dallas day this past Thursday, April 26, 2013. This exclusive Presidents Club had one main purpose in mind and that was the dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Library ...

TIME HONORS TOP 100 IN NYC By:  Hope Wilkos,  Monique Nolan Writer/Blogger Once a year, TIME brings together their top 100 most influential individuals of the year in order to celebrate their successes and recognize their achievements.  This year the event took place on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 in New York City at ...

AN AFTERNOON OF TERROR By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan So many questions but yet there are no answers that can shed any light on the "whys" or turn the day from terror back to celebration. Monday, April 15, 2013, began just like any other day but this was an even ...

GUN CONTROL FACES A STIFF BATTLE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Gun control is on the minds of Americans and it seems to be the burning issue on Capitol Hill as Democrats and Republicans in the Senate will convene this week to discuss, debate and vote on a gun ...

COME ON OVER TO COACHELLA 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan For two magnificent musical weekends, Coachella Music & Arts Festival brings the California desert to life with the sweet and sometimes reverberating sounds of summer.  Weekend One begins today, April 12th and continues through April 14, 2013 and ...

A NEW WINDOW TO THE WORLD By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The excitement is building as one of the tallest skyscrapers in the Western Hemisphere and soon to be the third tallest building in the world is beginning to take shape in far-reaching ways with 104 floors of statuesque ...

FIGHTING WORLD HUNGER WITH MICHAEL AND HALLE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan  is on a mission.  This designer of international acclaim has pledged to raise millions of dollars for the United Nations World Food Programme.   WFP is the food assistance branch of the United Nations and the world's largest ...

LOOKING BACK ON THE LIFE OF LILLY PULITZER By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan On Sunday, April 7, 2013, we sadly lost a fashion icon in the design world.  Lilly Pulitzer who brightened wardrobes with signature prints and created collections that have always conjured up a vivid tropical oasis of ...

JOLIE IS FILLED WITH GENEROSITY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Angelina Jolie has been making news lately both in the United States and abroad. Here in the United States, Jolie attended the 4th Annual Women in The World Summit  at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center in New York ...

THE 40TH ANNUAL NYC POLICE FOUNDATION GALA By:  Monique Nolan, Maxine Nolan-Whylie Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George Whylie , Roland Hyde  The exclusive Waldorf-Astoria Hotel lit up on Thursday evening, April 4, 2013, as members of the New York City Police Foundation came out to celebrate an evening of honor and tribute.  Spring was felt throughout ...

CHECK OUT YOUR CAR OF THE FUTURE AT NY AUTO SHOW By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan There are only two more days left to check out the sleekest and fastest cars that the year has to offer.  Right now through Sunday, April 7, 2013, the New York International Auto ...

MARCH 2013 EMPLOYMENT RESULTS ARE IN By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It appears that as a nation, we are working towards a recovery and while it may be slow, positive results appear to end the month of March.  The household survey shows that the unemployment rate fell from 7.7% ...

THE 2013 WHITE HOUSE EASTER EGG ROLL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan While children may love the brightly colored Easter eggs and the floppy ears of the symbolic bunny rabbit, they are also sad to see this holiday come to an end. However, Easter is not over just yet. ...

THE BEAUTY OF THE MACY'S 2013 FLOWER SHOW By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Nature comes alive in March as Spring comes knocking on our doors.  Although there is still a chill in the air, Macy's in Herald Square has decided it's time for a change of scenery. We welcome their creativity ...

MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK RUSSIA RISES By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan In just two days, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia will debut a whole new exciting season with fresh new designers, their creations and a new international partner, Depesha, which is a premier worldwide publication. There can be no better way to ...

CELEBRITY FIGHT NIGHT 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The dreamy desert destination of Phoenix, Arizona was 'THE' place to be on Saturday evening, March 23, 2013, as celebrities could be seen celebrating 'Celebrity Fight Night XIX' at the J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa.  It was an exclusive ...

ART & CULTURE BRING CHARISMA TO PALM BEACH COUNTY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan April is the one month of the year when spring brings us much more than flowers.  It is the time when art and culture are at their finest in Palm Beach County, Florida as the ...

CFDA ANNOUNCES ITS 2013 NOMINEES By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan In the midst of all the flurry of fashion events taking place these days, the Council of Fashion Designers of America announced their nominees for the 2013 CFDA Fashion Awards that will take place on June 3rd at Lincoln Center's Alicy ...

NCL GIVES YOU A GRAMMY® EXPERIENCE AT SEA By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Interested in taking a cruise?  Why not opt for the far from ordinary experience at sea? Norwegian Cruise Line launches its newest state-of-the-art ship in February of 2014 called 'Norwegian Getaway'.  This 4,000-passenger ship will have an open-air boardwalk, ...

FASHION WITH AN INTERNATIONAL FLAVOR By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Miami Beach is preparing for one of the hottest international fashion events of the year as the Miami Beach Convention Center welcomes Miami Fashion Week and Miami Bridal Week .  It all takes place from Wednesday, March 20, 2013 through Saturday, ...

WE WELCOME A NEW POPE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan He is a humble man, an independent thinker with a simplistic attitude and a caring heart. Jorge Bergoglio, the 76 year-old Argentinian Cardinal, began a new chapter in his life as he was appointed to be the new Pope on ...

FALL FASHION WEEK 2013 AROUND THE WORLD By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan  Following fashion can be thrilling, thought provoking and sometimes even exhausting.  From the time that January flies by, we gracefully saunter into a couple of months of non-stop fashion weeks, back to back. Everyone is familiar with New ...

TINA FEY'S DAY OF 'ADMISSION' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Although the door has closed on '30 Rock', Tina Fey is back in the limelight as she stars in the new film called 'Admission' due out in theaters on March 22nd. This is a comedy/drama about all the detours that a ...

THE FEBRUARY EMPLOYMENT SITUATION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Although the recent sequester brings with it much uncertainty, the employment front showed some positive results as the White House released their employment statement for the month of February. Private sector businesses added 246,000 jobs in February.  Non-farm payroll employment rose ...

THE COLORFUL LIFE OF HUGO CHAVEZ By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan He lived life as colorful as it gets.  He loved his country and ruled for 14 tumultuous years.  Today, 33 heads of government, including Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, attended the funeral of Hugo Chavez, a passionate leader who ...

'LET'S MOVE!' MARKS ITS THIRD ANNIVERSARY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan  While President Obama is absorbed with the sequester and the effects that it will have on our nation, First Lady Michelle Obama is embarking on her own campaign. Michelle Obama is a huge advocate of nutritious eating and ...

SAVING MARINE WILDLIFE ONE DAY AT A TIME By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan We have always looked up to Sea Shepherd Conservation Society for all their efforts to save ocean wildlife worldwide.  Volunteers for this organization are on the front lines doing what they have to in order to ...

24 HOURS OF FASHION IN SOUTH BEACH By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It's upon us once again. The World of Cotton will be taking over the streets of South Beach enveloping them in loads of diverse looks for the fashion conscious individual daring to impress. This marks the second year that Cotton Incorporated brings ...

A CHANCE ENCOUNTER WITH CREATURES OF THE SEA By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan We are inching closer to spring and with the arrival of a new season comes the dream of going on a vacation that offers us a unique experience and a chance to leave reality behind if ...

AN ENLIGHTENING EVENING WITH VERA WANG By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan  The 92nd Street Y in New York City and MARTINI Sparkling Wines are in that fashion frame of mind again. Coming right off of a very impressive Fashion Week, this latest event drew a crowd of well-versed industry professionals ...

KORS COLLABORATES WITH AMBER LE BON By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan After a very successful showing of his Fall 2013 Collection,  is pleased to debut the third installment of the Kors Collaboration series, featuring British beauty and model, muse Amber Le Bon. Fashion enthusiasts are still talking about all of the exquisite ...

"THE SANDY GROUND: WHERE ANGELS PLAY" By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Although time passes, we will never forget the adorable smiles, the giggles, the passion for life that each of the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting massacre were known for. Now each of the victims will again ...

LEARNING MADE FUN WITH "MISS ESTELLA'S BRILLIANT BUS" By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Retirement may seem so sweet but for for one hard-working lady, retirement means giving unto others for the sake of achievement and the reward of love. Estella Pyfrom is 76 years old with an enormous heart and vivacious ...

IT IS GOING TO BE A NIGHT TO SHINE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The OSCAR® Awards is one of the biggest evenings in entertainment seen round the world.  Events have been taking place leading up to the dazzling evening. Just this month from February 2nd through the 14th, at The ...

A BUSY WEEK FOR THE PRESIDENT By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan This was an eventful week for the President with a busy agenda and much going on around the world and in our own country. The week began with the shocking statement of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI's resignation.  President ...

THE AMAZING 55TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards will go down in music history for not only its list of winners and flashy Red Carpet arrivals, but also many of its musical moments. It all began on the Red Carpet.  Beyonce' went ...

HITLAB CHOOSES A WINNERBy:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan One of the biggest nights in music will soon be upon us as we close in on The GRAMMY Awards coming to us live on February 10, 2013 from the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.Just a few days ago, ...

MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK KICKS OFF WITH amfAR By:  Monique Nolan, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George Whylie, Maxine -Nolan- Whylie  Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week  began the showing of the Fall 2013 Collections in celebrity style on Wednesday, February 6, 2013. The stars braved the cold to make their way to Cipriani Wall Street not only to celebrate the beginning of another ...

MAKING MEMORIES WITH GRAND CENTRAL STATION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan New Yorkers experienced a mix of emotions on Friday, February 1, 2013, as the historic landmark of Grand Central Station celebrated its 100th birthday just as the city woke up to learn the news that a legacy of ...

CHANGES AND UPDATES IN THE WHITE HOUSE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The Obama Administration begins its 2nd term in office but we will be introduced to some new faces this time around. Hillary Rodham Clinton is stepping down as Secretary of State.  She can look back on quite a ...

THE SAG AWARDS 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Receiving the honor of a SAG Award (Screen Actors Guild Award), is possibly one of the highest accolades you can receive as an actor.  The voting is decided by 4200 randomly selected members of the union and bestowed upon the winners ...

'THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA' MARKS 25 GLORIOUS YEARS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan  A major milestone has been reached as the calendar reflected 25 glorious years for 'The Phantom of the Opera' on Broadway this past weekend.  On Saturday, January 26, 2013, this stage production hit one of ...

THE STIMULATING SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Excited film buffs have been gathering in Park City, Utah to take part in one of the largest independent film festivals in the United States.  The Sundance Film Festival    is now underway and began on January ...

A WEEK OF PRESIDENTIAL EVENTS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan This week was abuzz with presidential activity in Washington as all the exciting inaugural events took place to kick off the next four years of the White House administration. Saturday, January 19, 2013, was meant to honor America's children and ...

THE GALA EVENTS OF THE GRAMMY® AWARDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan One of the next award shows to make it to our living rooms will be THE 55TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® taking place on Sunday, February 10,2013, at The Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The Recording Academy® has been very ...

FAST FORWARD TO THE FUTURE IN TECHNOLOGY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Just as fashionistas excite to Fashion Week, tech titans excite to the Consumer Electronic Show held annually to introduce some of the most innovative gadgets that give us a glimpse into the future.  The trade show was ...

ALMOST TIME TO REVEAL THE 'FGI RISING STAR' AWARD By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan We can feel the warmth of fashion in the air.  The Fashion Group International has revealed the finalists for this year's FGI Rising Star Award.  This is the time to recognize and honor the best of ...

LET'S 'SAVE OUR CINEMAS' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The cinema provides us an escape from our daily routine if only for a few hours.  We laugh, we cry, we are totally absorbed on the fashions, the plot, the characters.  Technology has now pushed us so far into the ...

10TH ANNIVERSARY OF POLO ARRIVES IN PALM BEACH By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan There is nothing more thrilling in the global equestrian world than the elite sport of polo. Polo is a sport that has achieved prestigious acclaim worldwide but there is no better place to enjoy the sport ...

SAVED FROM THE FISCAL CLIFF FALL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It was a close call.  As citizens across the United States got ready to celebrate the New Year, the thought of negative tax implications and economic woes weighed heavily on our minds and we seemed to be literally ...

THE DECEMBER 2012 EMPLOYMENT SITUATION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It is no surprise that the employment situation in December stayed the same as November.  Figures were released this morning showing the unemployment rate remaining at 7.8%.  Originally, November figures put the month at a rate of 7.7% but ...

THE CLOCK STRIKES MIDNIGHT AND HERE COMES 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan How quickly the time flies by......The year 2012 brought with it sadness, happiness, loss, good times, bad times, financial woes and a host of different feelings that we will remember the year gone by for.  But ...

MARVEL AT THE 'MET' AND CONNECT THROUGH ARTSPACE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Once you pay a visit to the magnificent Metropolitan Art Museum, you will be hooked on art and eager to become culturally complete. There is much to be seen at holiday time such as the Museum's Christmas ...

'IMAGINE PEACE' IN TIMES SQUARE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan There could be no greater wish on this earth than the hope for peace.  As all eyes focus on New York City this last week of 2012, the Ball Drop in Times Square has become a long standing ...

TIME GIVES US 2012 'PERSON OF THE YEAR' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan As the year 2012 comes to a close, it is time to remember those individuals that contributed so much to a significant year amidst turmoil and tribulations. We all anxiously awaited the announcement of TIME Magazine's ...

NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2013 SAG AWARDS ANNOUNCED By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan  There is quite a stir going on in the world of cinema and television as the 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® are right around the corner being held on Sunday, January 27, 2013. Some of the biggest and ...

ANOTHER FASHION WEEK IS ALMOST UPON US By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan We've seen the best that Spring/Summer 2013 has to offer us with wildly feminine frills, fancy floral designs and vibrant colors reminding us that with spring showers and May flowers comes a whole new world of trend-setting ...

'O' GLORIOUS CHRISTMAS TREE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan  Christmas is the most joyous of holidays.  It is a time to rejoice in the love of our families and the strong bond that we share with our good friends. There are many traditions that signify the arrival of the holiday. ...

HOLIDAY JOY COMES TO AN END IN NEWTOWN, CONN. By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The holidays should be a time of joy and good wishes but instead it has been a time filled with horror and tragedy.  First we were in shock at the shooting that took place in ...

HURRICANE SANDY RELIEF CONCERT '121212' ROCKS THE WORLD By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan There could be no more fitting venue to hold such a powerful and charitable event than Madison Square Garden in New York City. Some of the biggest names in the music industry came together to raise funds ...

KENNEDY CENTER HONORS AND A TREE-LIGHTING CEREMONY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George Whylie Videographer:  Maxine Nolan Sunday, December 2, 2012, was an evening of flavorful fashion and political prestige as celebrities, talented artists and actors joined President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as they gathered for the 35th Annual Kennedy Center Honors. With ...

THE NOVEMBER EMPLOYMENT SITUATION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan As President Obama gets ready to start another term in office, we are looking at a better picture of the employment situation last month creating a hopeful sign for a brighter future.  It certainly is a long term plan but ...

A MATCH OF STYLE AND SUCCESS  By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan We can toast in the New Year with a new MOËT & CHANDON Brand Ambassador, one that will turn heads, set the world on fire and sweep you off of your feet. In one of the most exciting partnerships ever between ...

A 2012 WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Each year the First Family celebrates Christmas with a specific theme.  They open their doors to share the festivities with one and all.  The theme is a custom started by Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy for her daughter, Caroline, as she ...

A FASHION FIRST FOR FASHION LAW INSTITUTE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Though we are barely through the winter, Spring/Summer 2013 is on the minds of the fashion industry and with a new season comes vibrancy and rebirth from a cold harsh winter. Sometimes it isn't always the traditional designer ...

A BOUTIQUE FOR ALL SEASONS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Fashion enthusiasts come from all over just to shop at Jessie Boutique. Whether it is from the furthest point to the south of Miami or as far up the coast as New York City, fashionistas just love Jessie Boutique. The founder behind ...

THE MANY TRADITIONS OF THANKSGIVING' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Thanksgiving is a day to appreciate family and friends and to feel blessed for everything that we  have and all that we have accomplished.  We look forward to that bountiful turkey dinner complete with the trimmings.  Diets are put ...

THE MAGNIFICENCE OF THE MET DURING THE HOLIDAYS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan New York City is the place to be this time of year as department store windows grab us with animation and intrigue but one of the attractions not to be missed is the Metropolitan Museum of ...

THE FATAL FLAW OF GENERAL PETRAEUS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The scandal has skyrocketed!  Who would have thought that an admission of guilt would have gotten this out of hand? Former CIA Director, David Petraeus, came forth last week to reveal that he had an affair with the author ...

RISE FOR RELIEF By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan In times of distress, we feel solace in uniting to help those in need. Some of the hardest hit areas of New York and New Jersey are still reeling from Hurricane Sandy and trying to pick up the pieces one by one. Our ...

THE POWER OF A WOMAN By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine NolanSometimes it is tough being a woman in a man's world.  It takes determination, courage, persistence and hard work to make it to the top.  However, as they always say, "Behind every good man there is a woman." Each year ...

SUPERSTORM SANDY WILL NOT CRUSH OUR SPIRITS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Residents of the Northeast are still trying to free themselves from beneath the wrath and fury that Superstorm Sandy bestowed upon them. It can be said that there is resilience in our hearts, more so in tragic situations, ...

PRESIDENT OBAMA WINS A SECOND TERM By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Speculation continued to persist up until the final few hours before the votes revealed the re-election of our current United States President. After months of campaigning and days that never seemed to end for the candidates within the last ...

CB2 HELPS FEED THE HUNGRY CHILDREN By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The holidays become even more rewarding if there is an opportunity to give back to those in need. On November 1, 2012, CB2 launched their 500,000 Meal Drive to benefit children in need.  CB2 is one of the leaders in the ...

THE OCTOBER EMPLOYMENT SITUATION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The release of the October Employment statement was a crucial one for President Obama and his administration.  With election day looming this coming Tuesday, the domestic situation at home is a deciding factor for many voters. While we were all hoping ...

WHITE HOUSE RELEASE OF ESTIMATED GDP 3rd QTR 2012 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Released as an advanced estimate on Friday, October 26, 2012 by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the real GDP (total amount of goods and services produced in the country) has grown at a 20% annual ...

DEBATES DONE - OFF TO THE POLLS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The debates are behind us now and it isn't long before voters will be off to the polls. Leading up to the final debate at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida, South Florida was abuzz with political frenzy ...

NEW YORK FILM FESTIVAL TURNS 50 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It has become more than just an annual tradition, it has become a highly anticipated event of culturally rich New York City. The New York Film Festival has been a major event since its inception in 1963.  The films are ...

SECOND PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE OF 2012 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine NolanReporter: Sharon Smith  Tuesday, October 16, 2012, began just like any other weekday, but on this day, the people of the United States were anxiously awaiting a live town hall debate that would take place at Hofstra University in Hempstead, ...

"TOAST TO SURVIVORS" WITH KRISTIN CHENOWETH By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan  October is the month when we all unite to make a difference in the fight against Breast Cancer because it touches all of our lives at some point in some unforgiving way.  Shopping events across the country rally ...

Jamaica honours late reggae icon Tosh October 17 2012 at 08:42am                                                                                      Twenty-five years after his murder, Jamaica’s government honoured the contributions of firebrand reggae musician and songwriter Peter Tosh (pictured), one of the Caribbean island’s musical giants. Tosh’s daughter Niambe received the posthumous Order of Merit – the country’s third-highest ...

THE 2012 VICE-PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Two more debates to go and the American public will be equipped and ready to cast their votes for our next President. This past Thursday, October 11, 2012, there was a very enthusiastic debate by the two Vice-Presidential candidates.  The position ...

THE BARCLAYS CENTER WELCOMES CARIBBEAN AND REGGAE MUSIC By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine NolanSharron Smith: Reporter The Barclays Center is the newest addition to the Brooklyn skyline and it is kicking into high gear as it begins to host the National Basketball Association's Brooklyn Nets. However, the new indoor arena is ...

  HALLOWEEN HORRORS FOR OCTOBER By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan A werewolf howls and the cackle of the witch and the goblins is in the air.  It is that time of year again.  Halloween is approaching and with it comes a celebration of the spirits of the night. We have some ...

HIFF LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2012 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Yesterday was a very important day for a man who has always been on my 'Top Ten' list of favorite actors for years. Distinguished actor, Richard Gere, was honored as the recipient of the Golden Starfish Award for Lifetime Achievement ...

THE SEPTEMBER EMPLOYMENT SITUATION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan After somewhat of a lackluster week for President Obama, the September Employment situation comes as good news and a positive boost to his campaign. In order to keep this momentum going, the Congress should pass an extension of middle class tax ...

THE FIRST 2012 PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan As we look forward to a new week and a Vice-Presidential debate to be held at Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, we certainly have to look back on the talk of this departing week, the first Presidential debate held ...

THE WONDERS OF THE WILD DOLPHIN PROJECT By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It is amazing what wondrous creatures the serene sea gives us.  We sometimes see them from afar but what do we really know about the Atlantic Spotted Dolphin? There is one scientist that has made it her life ...

CENTRAL PARK CHARITY CONCERT DRAWS THOUSANDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan What to do on a brisk Saturday evening with the stars twinkling in the night sky above? This past Saturday, September 29, 2012, Central Park came alive with the sounds of musical artists K'naan, the legendary Neil Young, Black ...

THE DISTINCTIVE 'DELICATE RAYMOND JEWELRY BAR' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Jewelry has to be just above purses and shoes for the accessory that women just cannot live without. Scoping out new and titillating jewelry stores can sometimes prove to be a favorite hobby. Now it is time to ...

  THE MEMORY OF THEIR MUSIC By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Oh such a sweet melody it is!  'Moon River'........ Sometimes it reverberates in our heads when we fall into that relaxed and romantic frame of mind.  But, alas, we have lost the man behind the song, Andy Williams.  Williams ...

A WEEK OF GLOBAL EVENTS IN NYC By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan This has been a very busy week in the cultural capital of the world, New York City.  The 67th session of the United Nations General Assembly is underway with 190 world leaders attending  and topics of discussion ...

Remarks of President Barack Obama Address to the United Nations General Assembly New York City, NY September 25, 2012 Mr. President, Mr. Secretary-General, fellow delegates, ladies and gentleman: I would like to begin today by telling you about an American named Chris Stevens. Chris was born in a town called Grass Valley, California, the son ...

THE EMMY AWARDS 2012 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan One of the biggest nights of the year is when all the stars come together to celebrate The Emmy Awards.  Television is still the most popular type of entertainment and these awards recognize hard work and daily dedication.  Categories include ...

FOLLOWING THE GRAMMY AWARDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Many exciting events are going on in the world of THE GRAMMY AWARDS. On September 25, 2012, at the Belasco Theater in Los Angeles, California, the XIII Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards Nominations will be announced.  Key members of the music industry ...

TAKE A TOUR OF THE WHITE HOUSE GARDENS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Fall is in the air and outdoor lovers are eager to get their fill of the great outdoors before the cold weather makes its way to our backyards. This fall the White House is announcing its 2012 ...

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE WORLD OF TRIBECA FILMS? By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Tribeca Cinemas is a world set apart by emotions and sometimes imagination that happens all year long in the cultural capital of the United States, New York City. With the month of September comes a fabulous event that ...

DNC OVERSHADOWED BY ATTACK IN BENGHAZI By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan As the celebration of the Democratic National Convention  came to a close last week, tension continues to grow ever so tighter today as a U.S. Ambassador was killed in Libya yesterday. Libyan extremists raided the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi overtaking ...

9/11 - A DAY NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It seems hard to believe that another 9/11 Memorial Anniversary is upon us but this marks the 11th year since our country was changed forever. "They are gone but will never be forgotten" reverberates always in our ...

TRACY REESE, SPRING 2013 COLLECTION, MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK, NY   Photo Credit: Roland Hyde      

THE 2012 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS ROCK STAPLES CENTER By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine NolanThe beat went on and on as the MTV Video Music Awards were celebrated and televised on Fashion's Night Out this year on September 6, 2012.  All the music superstars came out in numbers to ...

EMPLOYMENT SITUATION IN AUGUST By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan As each month goes by, the national employment situation seems to be on the upswing. The statement on the employment situation in August was released today.  It shows that the private sector added 103,000 jobs last month and overall non-farm payroll ...

NEW YORK LABOR DAY PARADE DRAWS ENTHUSIASTIC CROWDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It was another year of jubilant festivities as thousands of New Yorkers came together to celebrate Labor Day with the 45th Annual West Indian-American Day Parade.   Crowds flocked to Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn to watch the ...

FROM RNC TO DNC By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan As Tampa begins getting back to it normal routine, Charlotte is preparing for the Democratic National Convention set to begin on Tuesday, September 4th through September 6th. The city is ready to take on the crowds of delegates, media and ...

WHERE ARE YOU HEADED ON 'FASHION'S NIGHT OUT'? By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan  The countdown is underway as we approach one of the most exciting and fashionable evenings of the year. 'Fashion's Night Out' is arriving on Thursday, September 6, 2012.  This is a global initiative sponsored by Vogue and CFDA. ...

HAIL THE HISTORIC DESTINATIONS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan There are two amazing destinations that hold the key to a treasure of hidden history.  They are isolated enough to make you feel like you have gone back in time to a bygone era and relaxing enough to accomplish the ...

COUNTDOWN TO THE NOVEMBER ELECTION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan With less than 3 months to go before the big election, both the Republican and Democratic Conventions are getting ready to convene followed by a series of debates of which the final and deciding debate will take place at ...

APPLE AND SAMSUNG GO HEAD TO HEAD By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan APPLE has scored a victory against its giant competitor, SAMSUNG.  The two corporations have been battling it out with APPLE claiming that SAMSUNG is using their patents and they requested retribution in the amount of $2.7 billion. ...

WE MOURN THE LOSS OF THE FIRST MAN ON THE MOON By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan  This weekend has marked the loss of a true legend. We will always remember those famous words: "That's one small step for man.  One giant leap for mankind." Neil Alden Armstrong was the voice behind ...

EMPIRE STATE BUILDING - SCENE  OF A CRIME  By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Tourists are always thrilled to visit New York City attractions and one of the most popular is the Empire State Building. But on Friday morning, August 24th, events took a dramatic turn.  It began as any normal ...

OLYMPIC CLOSING CEREMONIES LIGHT UP THE NIGHT By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan For just over two weeks, nations let down their guard and came together to build lasting friendships, to make memories and to compete for the gold medal, an honor that surpasses the wildest of dreams. Sadly, the London ...

ROMNEY CHOOSES A RUNNING MATE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The anticipation is over.  Republican Presidential Candidate, Mitt Romney, has chosen his running mate.  Republican Paul Ryan of Wisconsin is the chosen Vice Presidential candidate.  Some label him as 'The Rising Star'.  At the age of 42, Ryan has ...

JAMAICA CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE AND THE GOLD By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan As Jamaicans celebrate their big day of '50 years of independence' today, they are not only rejoicing over how far they have come over an era but also proudly gaining recognition for their nation's Olympic Superstar. History was made ...

MARS ROVER LANDING ARRIVES IN TIMES SQUARE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan New Yorkers, tonight is your night! The Mars Rover Curiosity landing on the Red Planet will make history in Times Square as it is broadcast live on the giant Toshiba LED Television screen that hangs right below the world-famous ...

MUSIC IS ON OUR MINDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Music and celebration are in the air this weekend bringing a multitude of choices for fans and enthusiasts alike. Jamaica revels in its 50th Anniversary of Independence.  We look back in time as Jamaica raised their black green and gold ...

THE JULY EMPLOYMENT RESULTS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Markets rallied yesterday due to the more positive reports on the job front and better than expected results from the release of the statement on the employment situation for July. Each month as the statement is released, there is evidence that ...

THE DISCO DIVA RETURNS IN BRIGHT LIGHTS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photographer:  George Whylie Videographer:  Maxine Nolan  The Dancing Dame of Disco, Donna Summer, is gone but never ever forgotten. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Monday Nights with Oscar screening series brings us back to the disco era with the presentation of "Thank ...

USA LEADS IN OLYMPIC MEDALS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Go for the Gold!  The London Summer Olympics have been proving to be overwhelmingly successful for Team USA athletes and we as a nation are proud for their tenacity and dedication taking us to the top of this most ...

  LIGHTS OUT IN INDIA By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan India is considered the 2nd largest populated region in the world second to China and yet the country fell into darkness not just once recently but twice in the last two days.  Reeling from the first crippling blackout, India again ...

A TRIBUTE TO SUPERMODELS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Fashion is made forever famous by the supermodels that wear the clothes so stylishly and bring us into the world of glamour and glitz. This evening, July 29,2012, the Film Society of Lincoln Center  will be presenting a film paying tribute to ...

LET THE GAMES BEGIN By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Hail to the London Summer Olympics!  As millions watched the 30th annual Opening Ceremonies on Friday evening, July 27, 2012, they were certainly not disappointed.  This lavish look back at the cultural heritage of London warmed our hearts and gave ...

AN OUTLINE TO ECONOMIC RECOVERY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan As Republican Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney takes his campaign overseas to London to coincide with the start of the London Summer Olympics fitting a meeting with Prime Minister Cameron into the schedule, President Barack Obama is working to fulfill ...

AN OLYMPIC MILESTONE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It is hard to believe that the London Summer Olympics are just one week away. The competition and festivities are about to get underway with the Opening Night Ceremonies taking place on July 27th ushering in this global event.  Nations around ...

HOLMES & YANG DEBUT AT NEW YORK FASHION WEEK By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan For the past seven years, Katie Holmes has undergone a miraculous transformation.  Meeting and becoming Mrs. Tom Cruise took Katie from a wide-eyed vivacious teen actress of Dawson's Creek fame to an experienced and mature ...

A CELEBRATION OF 'GRAMMY CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan This coming Friday, July 20th, there will be a very special and exclusive musical performance at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles. Gucci Timepieces & Jewelry, the GRAMMY Foundation, The Recording Academy and China Soong Ling Foundation (C.S.C.L.F.), ...

E! POP OF CULTURE DEBUTS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan For many of us, it is an intriguing fascination to keep up with the lives of celebrities.  One of the most all-encompassing ways to do that easily is with E!Online.  From who is wearing the latest designer dress and ...

RECREATING MONET'S GARDEN By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan We all know that one of the greatest artists of all time was Claude Monet.  To own one of his paintings is to be in possession of a magnificent masterpiece. You could say that Claude Monet was the founder of French impressionism. ...

THE EMPLOYMENT SITUATION IN JUNE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan The latest results of the employment situation in June were released today.  There seems to be a dim light at the end of the tunnel.  President Obama has proposed to create jobs by ending tax breaks for companies to ...

CHRISTIE BRINKLEY SUPPORTS THE CAUSE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan One of the 'All-American' girls of the 1970's still carries that loyal and undying love for the great outdoors after all these years. Christie Brinkley gained popularity with her winning smile and all natural 'girl next door' looks.  Discovered in ...

  FROM REFUGEE TO SUPERMODEL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan There is one model today that has let her world experiences guide her down the path to ultimate success.  That incredible model is Alek Wek. Alek is a South Sudanese British model who began modeling at a very young age.  She ...

HEAD TO BERLIN FOR MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK S/S 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Fashion is at its finest in Berlin, Germany as Mercedes-Benz Berlin Spring/Summer 2013  gets underway from July 4 - July 7, 2012.  The experts in the fashion and media world come together to preview four full ...

  U.S. OLYMPIC TRIALS REVEAL THE WINNING TEAM USA By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The anticipation has been building and the countdown is underway to the London 2012 Summer Olympics. The Olympic trials have been taking place which have revealed the gratifying winners who move on to the highest honor of ...

ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL - OBAMA AND ROMNEY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Our Presidential candidates have been busy.  President Obama has made some headway this past week with a couple of major platforms. Both parties in the Senate have completed a deal that keeps student loan rates at their ...

  'ONE IN A MILLION' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The Latin Recording Academy is proud to announce that they have reached a major milestone in their history. On Monday, June 25, 2012, the Latin Recording Academy surpassed one million followers on Twitter. In honor of this monumental feat, the 'One In A Million' ...

APPLE PAVES THE WAY By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan When Apple  lost the dynamic Steve Jobs eight months ago in October of 2011, I was fearful that it might be difficult for the company to keep up the momentum and the innovative stream of ideas and products that Jobs seemed ...

WHERE HAVE WE BEEN, WHERE ARE WE HEADED? By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan This has proved to be a very busy week around the world. The week opened with a glimmer of hope as the New Democracy Party declared victory in the Greek election.  That only marks the beginning and ...

A NEW YORK DAY WITH PRESIDENT OBAMA By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan President Obama took on New York City with a fervor on June 14th.  He got down to business and the day progressed into glory, glitz and glamour. The morning started in Cleveland with a campaign speech on the ...

MAKING WAVES WITH LISA BLUE AT MBFW  2013 SWIM By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine NolanAs the sun shines brightly and bathing beauties bask at the beach, we are eagerly anticipating the unveiling of the 2013 swim trends and most popular swimwear styles in Miami Beach.  There is just under ...

THE EUROZONE ERUPTS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan This is a key time for Europe and stocks are riding on the outcome of the various events that will take place within the next few days.  Thursday, June 14th, was a good day for the volatile stock market with the ...

TIME FOR THE TONY'S 2012 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan One of the fabulous things about New York City are the lights on Broadway.  There are a variety of plays to fit everyone's pleasure and draw in millions of fans and visitors all year long. Sunday, June 10th, marked the ...

ELECTION UPDATE - JUNE 10, 2012 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Was the win of Governor Scott Walker in Wisconsin last week a sign for the Republicans?  Optimism is beginning to run high in the Republican camp although in mid-May a USA Today/Gallop poll found that 81% of Democrats ...

SAVE OUR REEFS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The oceans are probably one of our most precious resources.  We take advantage of our earth on a daily basis.  This takes a toll on the planet and the oceans have not been exempt from this slow destruction. In previous articles, I ...

'MADE IN NEW YORK' AWARDS 2012 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan New York City is the land of opportunity and draws so many industries into its open arms.  The city proudly recognizes the film and television industry which generated $7.1 billion in 2011.  So many talented actors, directors and ...

SHUTTLE ENTERPRISE GOES HOME By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Americans are proud of the NASA Space Program and all of its accomplishments.  While the Book of Space Travel is finished for now, we are not soon to forget all that has gone into the success of the Space Program. New ...

Let's Salute The CFDA Fashion Awards 2012 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine NolanAlthough we are no strangers to the Council of Fashion Designers Awards held each year in exciting New York City, this year marked the first time that the awards were digitally broadcast on Style.com for the world ...

CELEBRATION OF THE DIAMOND JUBILEE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan London, England has been celebrating the Diamond Jubilee for the past few days to mark the 60th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II to the thrones of seven countries upon the death of her father, King George ...

THE PHENOMENON OF THE MOON By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Mother Nature works in the most mysterious of ways.  We take much of her beauty for granted. The month of May brought some astonishing wonders to our sky.  One Saturday evening started just like any other, however, the moon powerfully ...

'LET'S MOVE!' IN TUNE WITH OLYMPICS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Earlier this month, First Lady Michelle Obama joined U.S. Olympians, Paralympians and London hopefuls to announce a nationwide commitment to get more than 1.7 million American children active as part of the 'Let's Move!' initiative which works to ...

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE PRESIDENT By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Monday, May 14th, 2012, was a big day for President Obama.  His travels took him to New York City for a host of diversified reasons. In the early morning hours, he energetically departed from the South Lawn ...

WE MOURN THE  LOSS OF THE 'QUEEN OF DISCO' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan We were all saddened to learn that the ultimate 'Queen of Disco', the reminder of a distant and carefree era, Donna Summer, passed away on Thursday, May 17th. She was only 63 years old. It seems ...

TEAM USA RISES AGAIN By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Countdown to the 2012 Summer London Olympics!  With only 72 days left until the opening ceremony, Team USA is already filled with excitement, geared up and ready to go.  Two of the winning athletes are back in the spotlight once ...

THE AGE OF SASSOON By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Another great 'Master of his Trade' has passed away.  Vidal Sassoon, the stylist behind the geometric cut and the wash and wear hair style, died of natural causes on May 9th at the age of 84 in his California home. Born ...

ELECTIONS OF THE EUROZONE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan This weekend was a big election time in both France and Greece. The French election has just taken place and by a small margin, the new leader is Socialist Francois Hollande who comes into power on May 15th.  First on the ...

EMPLOYMENT RESULTS FOR APRIL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Each month the outlook gets a bit more optimistic but we still have a ways to travel on that long road ahead.  President Obama believes that prosperity in America comes from a strong and growing middle class.  We need to ...

2012 PENN RELAYS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Last week sports enthusiasts flocked to the stands of Franklin Field as the annual exciting Penn Relays took place in Philadelphia from April 26 through April 28th. It is hard to believe that these famous relays began back in 1895 and have ...

A GIANT RISES  By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan For years now, the Empire State Building had gained its towering status as the tallest building against the expansive New York City skyline watching over the city that never sleeps. Today, a steel column was hoisted up close to the clouds onto ...

  A GLAMOROUS EVENING WITH POLITICIANS AND CELEBRITIES By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The stars came out last night, April 28th, for what has come to be known as the 'Nerd Prom' of Washington, D.C., otherwise known as the White House Correspondent's Dinner.  This dinner raises money for journalism scholarships. ...

HEALTH OF OUR NATION - QTR 1 GDP By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Favorable news on the economic front.  As the first quarter of 2012 came to a close, this marked the 11th straight quarter of positive growth in our nation.  The Gross Domestic Product (total amount of goods ...

FALL FROM GRACE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan John Edwards, once a successful attorney and the hopeful Democratic Vice-Presidential nominee in 2004, has fallen from grace. Monday, April 23, 2012, marked the beginning of his trial where if convicted for six felony and misdemeanor counts, he could face a total ...

THE PASSING OF DICK CLARK By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan And so another legend leaves us.  Dick Clark passed away yesterday at the age of 82.  He suffered a massive heart attack while having an outpatient procedure. Dick Clark entered our living rooms each week for so many years introducing ...

THE TITANIC - 100 YEARS LATER By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan There is a cloud of mystery and intrigue that surround the maiden and final journey of the Titanic bound from England to New York City.  This Sunday, April 15th, will mark the centennial anniversary of the sinking of ...

A MEMORABLE EASTER EGG ROLL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  Egan StewartVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Correspondent: David CassanovaA long-standing holiday tradition is the Easter Egg Roll at the White House.  This year the crowds were very excited to partake in the celebration on Monday, April 9th, 2012.   President Obama warmly welcomed over 100 children and adults ...

NEW DEVELOPMENT IN TRAYVON MARTIN CASE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Controversy has surrounded the shooting of Trayvon Martin ever since that fateful evening back in February.  Millions of people have rallied for justice over the past month and a half including Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton. Although it seemed ...

MARCH 2012 EMPLOYMENT RESULTS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Employment results are now out for the month of March.  Each month that we present the results, we seem to be going in a more positive direction. Based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employer payrolls increased by 121,000 ...

WHITE HOUSE EASTER EGG ROLL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan The next holiday coming our way is Easter.  On March 1st the White House announced the ticket lottery and sale of souvenir Easter eggs for the 2012 White House Easter Egg Roll.  This fun event geared towards children is ...

GREAT EVENTS ACROSS THE NATION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It's that time of year when the fresh spring breeze overcomes us and we look forward to daffodils popping up from the moist soil.  In cities across our great nation, there are memorable and diverse events to look forward ...

  JUSTICE FOR TRAYVON MARTIN? By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Who would have ever thought that a dark night in Sanford, Florida in the month of February would have turned the nation upside down and caused us to raise questions about racial profiling and individual rights? As Trayvon Martin, 17 years ...

  A MEMORABLE DAY AT THE WHITE HOUSE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine NolanCorrespondent: David Cassanova Last Wednesday, March 14th, two nations came together in solidarity in what can only be labeled as a day of remembrance, a day of pride and gratification of a friendship that is everlasting and will ...

The February Employment Situation By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It is hard to believe that we are beginning a new month and already closing the door on the first two months of 2012. Today the update on the employment situation in February was released by The White House. We are slowly ...

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Britain's Prince Harry (R) and Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt start a race at the Usain Bolt track at the University of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica March 6, 2012. The Prince is on a week-long tour through Central America and the Caribbean acting as an ambassador for Britain's ...

  BARRIER REEF EXPEDITION By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan All great divers and snorkelers are incredibly drawn to Australia's Great Barrier Reef, a true ecosystem experience.  It's the world's largest coral reef system which is composed of 2,900+ individual reefs and 900 islands. The marine life and living organisms that call ...

STORMS RAVAGE THE MIDWEST By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan This past Friday, as many looked ahead to a relaxing weekend, little did they know exactly what was in store for them. A powerful storm carrying tornadoes and packing a robust punch, made its way across Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Alabama and ...

Backstage at The White House: Keb Mo February 27, Go behind the scenes of the In Performance at the White House: Red, White & Blues event as Keb Mo sits down backstage for an acoustic performance of the "America the Beautiful" in the East Wing of the White House.

Honoring Unsung Heores February 28, 2012 President Barack Obama celebrates Black History Month by paying tribute to six senior citizens who were pioneers in the struggle for racial equality, educators who changed their communities through the classroom, and people who believe that a lifetime serving others is a life well spent, ...

February 28, 2012 2nd victim dead after Ohio school shooting 2 dead, 3 wounded in Ohio high school shooting CHARDON, Ohio - A student wounded in a deadly school shooting has been declared brain dead, authorities said Tuesday, a day after one student was killed and three others injured when a teenager opened ...

NEWS - WEEK OF FEB 19th By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Looking back at the week of February 19th, there has been a combination of good and bad news. On Monday, February 20th, UN Inspectors arrived in Tehran, Iran.  This is the second time within the month.  The main objective ...