This Man Knows the Truth About Amelia Earhart. Why Doesn’t Anyone Believe Him? Piecing together Earhart’s final moments was hard enough. Convincing the world he’s right has been much tougher. RIC GILLESPIE REMEMBERS being asked over and over: When are you going after Amelia? It was the late 1980s, just a few years after he had established the International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery (TIGHAR). Gillespie was a former sales rep and investigator in the airplane insurance business. Whenever an airline was having problems—botched landings or outdated parts on aging
I met Melanie Baer Schwartz a few months ago during a Fountainhead Arts trip to Detroit. She is the Director of Sales at Library Street Collective, one of the most creative art galleries in the nation. The minute I met her I knew this is what I needed from a gallerist. She was well informed, willing to share her knowledge, very inspirational and super friendly. She made our experience visiting the Library Street Collective and buying Mike Shultis’s Booty and La Bete, euphoric. We came away convinced that Detroit is going to be among the leading cities for art in the future.
The following is the official explanation of the Library Street Collective. “Since its inception in 2012, Library Street Collective has connected Detroit to the international arts community while supporting the local creative renaissance through exhibitions, collaborations, and public projects. The gallery’s influence extends beyond its walls into the city’s public, private, and heritage spaces, raising awareness and funding for nonprofits and other worthy causes and has evolved into collaborations and partnerships with major US museums, large-scale public projects, and community-based initiatives.
“Expanding upon this mission, the gallery has transformed a century-old Romanesque-style church into The Shepherd, a cultural arts center designed by Peterson Rich Office (PRO) with exhibition spaces, the Black Art Library curated by Asmaa Walton, a performing arts theater, and community workshop space. The Shepherd’s grounds, designed by Office of Strategy + Design (OSD) feature a boutique bed and breakfast, McArthur Binion’s Modern Ancient Brown Foundation, a public skate park designed by Tony Hawk, and a sculpture park honoring the late Charles McGee. This project reflects Library Street Collective’s commitment to Detroit’s Little Village neighborhood, reinforcing its role in fostering a vibrant and inclusive arts community in Detroit and beyond.”
At an early age, Melanie wanted to enter the world of medicine. That all changed when a high school art teacher spotted her talent and passion. She encouraged her to take art classes in college to better understand her future. That sealed the deal. Melanie studied studio art and art history at the University of Michigan before achieving her Masters in Contemporary Art and Art Business at the Sotheby’s Institute of Art. During her time in New York, she interned at David Zwirner, Christie’s, and Gagosian. She became the Assistant Director of Leila Heller Gallery, followed by her move to Detroit once she met the owners, Anthony and JJ Curis of the Library Street Collective.
Earlier this month, heat advisories were in place in Kansas and Texas, as well as New York and South Carolina, among other states. Multiple cities also reached near record breaking daily temperatures, and heat-related deaths were reported in multiple states as the climate emergency makes extreme temperatures and longer heatwaves more likely
Hillary Clinton: How Kamala Harris Can Win and Make History
OPINION /GUEST ESSAY
I know a thing or two about how hard it can be for strong women candidates to fight through the sexism and double standards of American politics. I’ve been called a witch, a “nasty woman” and much worse. I was even burned in effigy. As a candidate, I sometimes shied away from talking about making history. I wasn’t sure voters were ready for that.
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Social darts’ concept Flight Club to open global flagship in landmark NYC building | Chain Store Age
Flight Club was founded in London in 2015. It has more than 20 locations worldwide.
Senior Dermatologists Display Extreme Artistic Talents—Skin And Canvas
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I just finished this memoir. Very well written and organized. It’s a class act. Every page captivates. Bottom line: This actor is a tortured soul. His insecurity rules his life. He would rather be sitting on top of a mountain talking to the stars than attending a Hollywood party talking to those stars. He apologizes profusely for his comedy club outbursts. He is haunted by them forever and regrets his actions. In some ways, it has completely paralyzed him. He punishes himself everytime he thinks about it.
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Met Museum Attracted 5.5M Visitors Last Year in Pandemic Rebound
Newly released attendance data from the Metropolitan Museum of Art suggests a promising future for the institution following pandemic-related declines. In a statement today, July 24, the Manhattan museum announced that its two locations — The Met Fifth Ave and The Cloisters — attracted over 5.5 million visitors for the 2024 fiscal year, which ended on June 30, representing a 102% recovery rate among local visitors since 2019
Emily and Chris Campbell Announce “Not These Ovaries, Inc.” A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization To Accelerate The Cure For Ovarian Cancer
Miami. FL — Emily and Chris Campbell announce the launch of “Not These Ovaries, Inc.” (NTO), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that will help accelerate funds for ovarian cancer clinical trials and support frontline researchers.
Their goal is simple. They don’t want anyone in the future to go through the hardship and anxiety they went through two years ago when Emily was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
“We were on our own to find a cure,” explains 35-year-old Emily Campbell, who is now cancer-free. “We knew from the beginning that this disease needed more research and definitive answers. It was a guessing game for us from the start.”
Ovarian cancer presents unique challenges, including the struggle to find accurate information and appropriate medical care. Many patients face conflicting advice, outdated resources, and long waits for specialist appointments.
The rarity of certain ovarian cancer types — such as borderline ovarian tumors (BOT) and low-grade serous (LGSOC), which serve as particular areas of focus for NTO — often means that even experienced physicians may lack familiarity with the latest diagnostic techniques and treatment options. This information gap can lead to delays in diagnosis, misdiagnosis, or suboptimal treatment plans, underscoring the critical need for improved education, research, and support networks in the field of ovarian cancer care.
Adds 38-year-old Chris Campbell, Emily’s husband and advocate: “We had to spend weeks sifting through convoluted medical websites, fighting for timely appointments, navigating antiquated processes, battling medical gaslighting, and even hand-delivering medical specimens to secure second opinions in time to finally get the right diagnosis. It was a torturous time.”
The Campbells believe that “Action Saves Lives.” They also believe that the more information that is shared, the better the results.
According to research:
1 in 10 people diagnosed with ovarian cancer is under 45. There are two rarer, less understood types that often affect this demographic: borderline and low-grade serous. But there’s very little research and funding into these — donations can change that. The average survival rate for low-grade serous ovarian cancer is 9 years.
It’s notoriously hard to detect and even harder to treat — mainly because there hasn’t been enough research.
There are currently NO proven FDA approved drug treatments. Besides a surgery developed decades ago that often involves removing the entire reproductive system (resulting in early-stage menopause and fertility loss), there are no tests to detect ovarian cancer, no FDA-approved drug treatments to manage it, and no vaccines to prevent it. There’s hardly any research about borderline and low-grade serous ovarian cancer at all. Not These Ovaries is working to change that.
The Campbells feel that their experience in recent years raising investment capital for a leading B2B marketing software and technology company taught them the skills they needed to help fund the most promising ovarian cancer research work.
Most recently, Emily and Chris partnered with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, raising $1.8 million for one of the largest low-grade ovarian cancer projects in the U.S. Following that experience, the Campbells founded NTO with the goal of raising $100 million to better the lives of tens of thousands of women impacted by this disease each year.
Emily and Chris are available to answer any questions donors may have. Visit https://www.nottheseovaries.org/ to make a connection.
The NTO website also contains information about the studies and trials the Campbells are helping fund, with more added every week.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Not These Ovaries, Inc. is not a medical provider. Always consult your physician for medical concerns.
The Summer Awards Host Committee thanked everyone who supported the Fine Arts Work Center and their vision to nurture artists and enrich the PTown community. Together, supporters raised upwards of $600K, a record-breaking success!
Everyone was delighted to toast honorees: acclaimed writer and summer program faculty Terrance Hayes, arts leader and dedicated Board President Lynne Kortenhaus, and multidisciplinary artist and past Fellow Jacolby Satterwhite.
Special thanks to DJ Chris Roxx, the talented host Matt Dunphy, and stage and screen actor Raúl Esparza for making the night unforgettable. Thanks as well to our partners at MAX Ultimate Foodand GlenPharmer Distillery for crafting a bountiful Italian feast and delicious cocktails.
I can’t believe that this specific @allisonzuckerman piece will reside in our home. Read Allison’s explanation. Thank you @eliothess for sharing the same artistic and life goals, thank you Jewish people for being so strong, loving and accomplished, thank you Richard Ekstract for taking me out of my small world, thank you @fountainheadarts for a full enriched life when I needed it most, thank you @lbweissman for making this happen and being so kind, thank you Allison and @kravetswehbygallery kravetswehbygallery for this beauty.
Thanks to Robert Fontaine, Lincoln Road is once again a meaningful and exciting destination for serious art collectors. He recently moved his blue chip art gallery, The Robert Fontaine Gallery, to the legendary outdoor mall, because of the ever-increasing foot traffic. It’s also steps away from the world-famous Art Basel and all of the art fairs that pop up annually.
Robert Fontaine is going to add a certain new pizzazz to the area that he hopes will attract both new and experienced buyers who want blue chip art. Robert and his staff are more than willing to spend time with people who never bought art before and want to be educated.
Just listen to this podcast. Robert explains the art market in ways that will give you a greater appreciation and desire to get involved. He makes it simple and direct. He also discusses topics, like investing, that many gallerists don’t want to talk about. It’s great to have a resource like Robert because he has experienced all of the stages in contemporary art.
His early years were spent in St. Petersburg, Sanibel and Captiva Islands. When he was 18, he lived on a sailboat and worked on the barrier Islands of North Captiva Island, Cabbage Key, and the historic Useppa Island.
Robert entered the art market in 1998 when he interned at the Jill Spanbauer Gallery, Naples FL. In 1998, he received the Robert Rauschenberg Scholarship Award Grant via B.I.G Arts Sanibel. He also studied at the Florida Gulf Coast University for four years. He worked as a studio assistant to Multimedia Artist Nancy Gifford, Naples & Miami Beach FL. Robert also received an Academic Scholarship from the Captiva Civic Association, Captiva Island.
In 2003 he finally moved to Miami Beach for a position as Director of Ashmore Gallery, a 17th-19th century European and American Art Gallery, located near the Bass Museum in what is now the W Hotel. He spent a year as an assistant to Barbara Gillman, Barbara Gillman Gallery, Wynwood and worked as Director of Space 39 Gallery Southwest Florida.
Robert saw the world in 2007 to 2010 when he was named Director of Exhibitions for Performer and Painter Marilyn Manson, staging solo Exhibitions in Zurich, Athens, Moscow, São Paulo, and Cologne.
He finally made it to Miami in 2011 when he opened the Robert Fontaine Gallery which was in operation for 10 years in Wynwood, before moving into pop ups spaces, in various locations in South Florida: Miami Beach, and Palm Beach. He loves his life in art and plans to continue to surprise his audiences.
HWH PR is very happy to announce its association with The Mountain Seed Foundation, a unique and intensive program where injured U.S. veterans join forces with injured Ukrainian veterans and their families for a transformative week.
In August 2024, two consecutive, week-long HBCs (Home Based Camps) will take place in the picturesque Austrian Alps, offering breathtaking natural scenery as the backdrop for this life-changing experience. The program, based on a Positive Psychology approach, is designed to promote healing, resilience, and camaraderie among participants who have endured the hardships of military service and combat injuries. More in the coming weeks.
The Mountain Seed Foundation is located in Centreville, VA.
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About the Mountain Seed Foundation:
The Mountain Seed Foundation is dedicated to supporting veterans and their families through innovative programs that combine physical activity, outdoor adventure, and therapeutic support. Founded in 2021, the Foundation has helped hundreds of Ukrainian military families, refugees, and Gold Star families find strength, healing, and community through its various initiatives. Our mission is to “plant seeds of hope and resilience in the hearts of those who have sacrificed so much.” We believe that the transformative power of nature and outdoor activities can significantly aid recovery and well-being.
Barcelona protesters throw items and spray travelers with water while shouting ‘tourists go home’
A man ducks and a woman covers her ears as protesters interrupt their meal in Barcelona.
The protesters — angry about the city’s long-standing problems with overtourism — used thick police-style tape to block hotel entrances and sidewalk cafes in the small neighborhood of Barceloneta in a symbolic effort to close the establishments.
Mass tourism troubles hit fever pitch in Barcelona, Spain, on Saturday as protesters threw items and sprayed travelers with water guns and canned drinks, while shouting “tourists go home.”
The crowd, which numbered some 3,000 people, according to local media, also marched holding a large banner demanding that city officials “decrease tourists now.”
Videos and photographs show people attempting to avoid the crowds — some walking away from their tables mid-meal — while others, including restaurant staff, verbally sparred with anti-tourism activists.
The demonstration coincides with Barcelona’s peak summer travel months. In 2023, hotel occupancy rates neared 80% in July and August, as the city of 1.6 million people swelled to accommodate more than 4 million visitors, according to the Barcelona City Council.
But the delicate dance between locals and visitors had spiraled long before that.
Hotels in the city quadrupled from 1990 to 2023 to accommodate a rush of travelers, which surged from 1.7 million to 7.8 million during the same period, according to the Barcelona City Council. That doesn’t include the millions who travel to the city’s outskirts, too, it notes.
The city also buckles under the weight of the Barcelona Cruise Port as day-trippers descend on the city by the thousands. The port processed some 2.2 million passengers in 2023, up from 560,000 in 2000, according to its website.
A woman dining at a restaurant in Barceloneta being confronted by a protester.
The result is a city in which many locals can no longer afford to live, activists say — most notably because of the housing market, where rents have increased 68% in the past decade, according to Barcelona’s mayor, Jaume Collboni.
Collboni announced in June that Airbnb-style short-term house rentals would be banned in the city by 2028. The move would add some 10,000 apartments back into the long-term rental market.
Two tourists on bicycles being stopped in front of a demonstration against mass tourism in Barcelona on July 6, 2024.
A report published by Barcelona’s City Council in 2023, titled “Perception of Tourism in Barcelona” shows more residents feel tourism is beneficial, rather than detrimental, to the city. However, the gap between these numbers has closed through the years, it showed.
Half of the 1,860 respondents surveyed said they modify where they go in the city because of tourists. “They avoid a widespread area around the city centre (Plaça Catalunya, La Rambla, Gothic Quarter, Raval, Old Town, Waterfront), as well as the Sagrada Família area. In terms of specific spaces, Park Güell tops the list of those deliberately avoided.”
Even those who recognize the economic contribution of tourism are becoming disillusioned by the sheer number of travelers in the city, according to the report.
“More and more people believe that Barcelona has reached its tourism capacity limit,” it states
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