Balenciaga celebrated the art of repurposing, reworking and regeneration for the label’s autumn/winter 2024 haute couture show, where trends including deconstructed denim, excessive leather and ruched outerwear dominated the catwalk. Frequently sported by the likes of Kim Kardashian and Cardi B, this Balenciaga collection was attended by Nicole Kidman in a simple diamante skin-tight dress, […]
Ceremonies and celebrations are planned near the west entrance of Yellowstone National Park to mark the recent birth of a white buffalo calf in the park – a spiritually significant event for many Native American tribes. A white buffalo calf with a dark nose and eyes was born on June 4 in the the park’s […]
June 25 (UPI) — The San Diego Zoo announced the birth of a female Baird’s tapir, an endangered animal native to Mexico and Central America. The zoo said the calf, born June 3 to mother Luna, is now on display alongside the facility’s capybaras in an enclosure located in the Elephant Odyssey section of the […]
Jun. 24—MORGANTOWN — Gov. Jim Justice and two members of his team came to Coopers Rock State Forest Monday afternoon to celebrate progress on new cabins and infrastructure upgrades to boost tourism there—and to celebrate similar progress all across the state park system. Justice, Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby and Division of Natural Resources Director Brett […]
Despite temperatures hovering around 90 degrees and a threat of rain earlier in the week, roughly 100 people flowed through the 500 block of Buckeye St. on Saturday to celebrate the LGBTQ community at the 2024 Kokomo Pride Festival. Music from a DJ could be heard from about a block away. Visitors who followed the […]
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One animal at the Albuquerque BioPark checked off a huge milestone on Sunday! Alice, the Asian Elephant, celebrated her 50th birthday, surpassing the median life expectancy. Her age is remarkable because most elephants only live to be about 48. How much money do you need to make to be in the top […]
Jun. 23—The atmosphere brimmed with festive energy. Loud, thumping music impelled hips to sway. Smiles and animated conversations could be seen beneath the bunting of small rainbow flags in the grassy, outdoor venue. But one noticeable thing was missing at much of the dance intended to kick off Santa Fe’s Pride Week: dancing. Then, about […]
**ONE USE ONLY*** Tree of Life member Audrey Glickman leads a shofar blowing at the groundbreaking ceremony for the synagogue Sunday, June 23, 2024, in Squirrel Hill. The shofar, a ram’s horn, which is traditionally sounded to commemorate the Jewish New Year, symbolized the renewal of Tree of Life. (Andrew Goldstein/Pittsburgh Union Progress) PITTSBURGH — […]
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)– In Heymann Park, people of all races came together to continue celebrating the history of Juneteenth. “Juneteenth is the oldest African American celebration, and it celebrates the independence of the people, and we want to make sure that we are actually celebrating like our parents did and pass that heritage down all […]
DIAMOND, Mo. — One local national park is ensuring a piece of agricultural history is recognized through a special event. “George Washington Carver National Monument” is highlighting what originally was called the Jesup Agricultural Wagon. Park employees hosted a display today to the public. According to the National Parks Service, it was named after Morris […]
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA)— Saturday was a special day for the McGarrah family. “The McGarrah family was the first European settlers in Washington County in 1824,” said Dennis McGarrah. It’s been 200 years since this family settled in Fayetteville and the actual piece of land they settled on is just a couple of miles away. “Bill, […]
More than a year later than planned and about $7 million over its original budget, the Rockford Public Library opened a new library at 215 N. Wyman St. with spectacular views of the Rock River. The $40 million library features plenty of natural light and a view of the river from each floor. It has […]