Martial arts coach from NYC injured when hot coffee spills in eye on JetBlue flight
Team USA’s judo coach has reportedly lost permanent vision in his right eye due to an incident involving a JetBlue flight attendant. While serving coffee, the attendant accidentally dropped the pot, causing burns to his face. Alturus Ranchin Skas, a third-degree black belt and owner of Top Martial Arts School in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, was […]
Estee Lauder founder and New York City arts supporter Leonard Lauder passes away at 92
Leonard Lauder Passes Away at 92 Leonard Lauder, the billionaire heir who significantly contributed to making the Estee Lauder brand a global force, has died at 92. The Estee Lauder Companies announced the passing of its former CEO and honorary chairman, who was notably involved in New York City’s arts scene. His son, William, who […]
Robot fighting competition in China highlights the martial arts skills of Unitree G1
Robot Battle Event in Hangzhou, China Things just got more exciting in Hangzhou, China. Four Unitree G1 robots, each controlled by an operator, faced off in a competition named Unitree Iron Fist King: Awakening! The event took place near Unitree’s new factory, drawing a crowd of tech enthusiasts and curious onlookers. But it wasn’t merely […]
Teacher States California Girl Defended Herself from Attacker Using Martial Arts Techniques
Police Search for Man Who Attacked California Teen Authorities are on the lookout for a man who assaulted a 13-year-old girl in California. Interestingly, her jiu-jitsu training may have turned the situation on its head, according to her martial arts instructor. The girl, whose identity is being protected due to family requests, was attacked on […]
Dartmouth-bound black belt excels in martial arts and academics
A remarkable achievement. A student from Long Island has reached a significant milestone by earning a black belt in traditional Korean martial arts at an impressive pace. “Getting the black belt was my top priority,” said Willow Dubrovin, a senior from West Hampton Beach, reflecting on her journey in an art form that gained popularity […]
Chair of the Arts Council England warns that the sector is at a crucial turning point due to funding concerns.
UK Arts and Culture Centres Face Critical Challenges Arts and Culture Centres throughout the UK are reaching a critical juncture, with many potentially facing closures or operating under significant restrictions without continued public funding. This concern was raised by the chair of the Arts Council ahead of upcoming government spending reviews next month. Sir Nicholas […]
Arts and culture play an important role in diplomacy as well.
Amy Sherald’s latest exhibition, titled “American Sublime,” has recently launched at the Whitney Museum in New York City and is set to move to the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in Washington this fall. Her renowned portrait stands out—evoking power, dignity, and a deep sense of identity. It underscores the vital role art plays in sparking […]
Stocks seeing the largest changes after hours: Super Micro Computer, Wynn Resorts, Electronic Arts, and others.
Here’s a quick look at some companies that are making waves in after-hours trading: Arista Networks has seen a decline of 7%. While the first-quarter revenues came in slightly above LSEG’s consensus, reaching $200 million against an expectation of $197 million, adjusted earnings were also better than anticipated at 65 cents per share, surpassing the […]
Ivanka Trump appears in promo video for martial arts gym
Ivanka Trump appeared in a promotional video for the Valente Brothers Jiu-Jitsu, demonstrating a series of martial arts and self-defense techniques. The video shows the president's daughter providing defense against attackers who wield chokes, armbars, throws, and even knife-wielding attackers. Appearing in the video were instructors for Joakim, Pedro and GUI Valente, North Miami Beach […]
Conan O'Brien defends Oscars amid 'divisive politics': The arts can 'unite us'
Conan O'Brien defends Hollywood and Oscar, saying the entertainment industry can help bring the nation together in an era of “divorce politics.” “I wish I could change the tone for just a second,” O'Brien, host of the 97th Annual Academy Awards on Sunday in Los Angeles, told audiences at the opening hours of a virtually […]