This year, the June HYROX in New York City absolutely kicked my butt. Between the running, rowing, sled pushes, and wall balls, there were plenty of moments when I thought, “I might not make it through this one.” There may or may not have been tears during the burpee broad jumps. Even though I was completely wiped out, the right products and gyms helped me survive — and even thrive — through every grueling workout.
This fall, fans of WICKED: FOR GOOD were treated to a truly spellbinding season of moments, from the iconic Rockefeller Center takeover to the film’s massive premiere and product collabs that felt Unlimited. And as if that weren’t magical enough, creators and media were invited to step into the ultimate Oz-inspired experience at the exclusive home entertainment event at ARTE Museum — a one-day immersive journey designed to capture the world of Wicked one last time ahead of the film’s release for home audiences.
When I first opened Lidia Yuknavitch’s memoir, “The Chronology of Water,” I could not get myself to stop reading. I felt like I was gulping down each chapter, and wouldn’t feel satiated until I had finished them all. I had never read anything like it; nonlinear, feral, unflinchingly honest, poetic, raw, dark as hell, and fascinating, both in the life it chronicled and in the way Yuknavitch chose to tell it.
This week’s Power Book IV: Force saw the death of JP Gibbs in the hands of Jenard.
Long before “soft life,” mutual aid, and divine feminine energy became trending hashtags, a woman in the 18th century was already building a radically different way of living — one rooted in equality, safety, shared labor, and spiritual belonging. Her name was Ann Lee. And “The Testament of Ann Lee” isn’t just telling her story — it’s quietly challenging the systems we still live inside today.
For those who love a beautifully made cocktail, the infatuation doesn’t stop at the bar. It shows up in the details jewelry inspired by a perfect pour, art that nods to aperitivo hour, chic purses, candles, accessories and statement recipe books that bring a touch of that indulgent, spirited energy into everyday life. These are the best products for drink lovers who want to live the vibe, not just sip it.
Miami’s Design District welcomed a bold new culinary chapter as world-renowned Italian chef Massimo Bottura brings his only U.S.-based restaurant, Torno Subito, to The Moore, Miami’s landmark destination for art, design, and culture.
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Chants across social media scream “’Marty Supreme’ on Christmas Day,” but who exactly is Marty — and what’s his obsession with orange ping pong balls? That was the question I walked in with ahead of A24’s screening at Cinépolis in Inglewood, California, introduced by Hawthorne’s very own Tyler, The Creator.
Korean musician YVES has been making music that leads with introspection, restraint, and sincerity, and her most recent release, Soft Error: X, is a prime example of that.
Christmas in New York City is always such a wonderful time—there’s truly nothing better than experiencing the season through intimate, thoughtfully curated moments. One of those moments came this December at the newly opened Hyatt Regency Times Square, which kicked off the holidays with a celebration that felt both festive and distinctly New York.