ROESELARE, Belgium – European cruiserweight boxing champion Yves Ngabu is nothing short of a sporting tour de force. Of his first 19 professional fights, the native Belgian won all of them – with 13 victories delivered with spectacular knockout punches. For Ngabu’s recent successful cruiserweight title defense against Danish hopeful Micki Nielsen in his hometown […]

LOS ANGELES – There is no holding back when embarking on a creative quest under the banner of “Death or Glory.” The name makes it instantly clear that playing it safe is simply not an option. This daring attitude is very evident in the current North American Death or Glory tour by EDM stars Adventure […]

PHILADELPHIA – Like some shape-shifting force of nature, California-based Thrice seems to move effortlessly in multiple musical directions at once, weaving elements of punk, alternative, hardcore, and even indie rock into their passion-driven and beautifully balanced sound. This virtuosity has earned the quartet an ever-expanding following, so it came as no surprise when they were […]

WILLEMSTAD, Curaçao – From the infectious rhythmic sounds of Caribbean music that fill the air (along with the mouthwatering scent of local delicacies like keshi yena), to the exhilarated movement of dancers that ripple across the stage and through the crowd, the Tumba Festival has all the trappings of a festive celebration. Although its festive […]

GLENDALE, AZ – Dinosaurs became extinct around 65 million years ago, unless of course you count Jurassic Park. But on Sunday February 17, the fierce reptiles demonstrated that they still have a lot of punching power when they showed off their pugilistic skills at “Jurassic Fight Night.” Held at the Gila River Arena outside Phoenix, […]

HALIFAX, UK – With its magnificent period sandstone construction and impressive 8,000 square meter courtyard, The Piece Hall in Halifax, West Yorkshire, is one of the UK’s best-preserved examples of Industrial Revolution- era architecture. Although the courtyard initially served as a marketplace for traders selling woolen cloth from the town’s many textile mills, a recent […]

BOCA RATON, FL – “Some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again,” C.S. Lewis once wrote. The English author went on to prove that point with his famed “children’s book” The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Woven like some magical garment, the book envelops the imagination, captivating readers of […]

ROESELARE, BELGIUM – Traditionally, the opening of an automobile showroom involves a few signs, along with some balloons and inflatables. When the new BMW MINI Dejonckheere opened its doors, however, it called on Belgian design firm Présence to help it treat customers to an altogether different, more exciting and more contemporary experience that included an […]

HIDALGO, TX – Since arriving on the music scene in 2010, Gerardo Ortiz has released more than an album a year, starred in two feature films and maintained a relentless touring schedule. This has led some to wonder how he manages to keep up this frantic pace. Wonder that is, until they see this 29-year-old […]

LONDON – The National Health Service has been providing the UK with world-class universal healthcare since its introduction in 1948. Key to the longevity of this national institution is, without a doubt, the dedication of the loyal staff who maintain the hospitals, clinics, specialists and drop-in centers throughout the nation. Recognizing the selfless work and […]

LIVERPOOL, UK – While bands like the Beatles, Echo & the Bunnymen and The La’s might have succeeded in establishing Liverpool’s place on the world’s entertainment stage, a recent city-wide resurgence of music and art and culture is proving that the city is still a major cultural force in popular culture. Flying the flag for […]

BOULDER, CO – Popular electronic music star SoDown returned home last month to celebrate the release of his new single, “Stand Up Feat,” with back-to-back release party shows at the Aggie and Fox Theatres. Joining him on the trip to the northern Colorado foothills were Max Koehler and Ryan Warffuel of Antic Studios. It was […]