Vaughn Lowery is a native of Detroit and the youngest of five siblings, a graduate of Cornell University's ILR School. Core duties: global diversification strategy, production management, and ecological implementation. The grandson of the late civil rights defender and recipient of the presidential medal of freedom, Joseph Lowery. Lastly, a distinguished member of the Alpha Phi Alphi Fraternity, Incorporated (Alpha Chapter).
Though we’re still in the thick of summer heat, we are attempting to cool off by thinking about a snowy holiday season filled with the sweetest gifts by See’s Candies!
Advent Calendar –– Our whimsical candy countdown is brimming with over 1lb of the finest, premium See’s pieces like Dark Scotchmallow®, Dark Bordeaux, Lollypops and more. This deluxe new calendar opens like an enchanting storybook to reveal a series of sturdy pull-out drawers filled with individually wrapped treats, nestled beneath warm and inviting pop-up illustrations that bring the season to life. With refined gold foil accents, a hinged spine, magnetic closure and durable construction, it’s a beautifully crafted keepsake made to be enjoyed year after year.
Holiday Bordeaux –– Sprinkled with holiday cheer, we’ve added a festive touch to the best-selling Bordeaux . Our classic brown sugar cream center comes bundled in white chocolate, topped with red and green sprinkles.
Egg Nog Truffles –– Indulge in a creamy center with a hint of spice covered in creamy white chocolate. Available for a limited time.
Dreidel Box –– No matter how you spin it, this box delivers irresistible Kosher chocolates
Checkers & Rally’s Teams Up with Hip-Hop Star GloRilla for a Fearlessly Original Flavor Collab: Introducing GloRilla’s $4 Unbeatable Meal Deal
Checkers & Rally’s, home of Famous Seasoned Fries and bold, crave-worthy flavor, is turning up the volume on value with a new celebrity collaboration that’s as fearless as it is flavorful. Introducing GloRilla’s $4 Unbeatable Meal Deal—a bold remix of their best-in-class value meal, now backed by Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist and former Checkers employee, GloRilla.
GloRilla—born Gloria Hallelujah Woods—is a Memphis-born music icon whose breakout sound and fierce individuality embody Checkers & Rally’s new Fearlessly Original brand positioning. And for Glo, this partnership hits home—literally. Before dominating the Billboard charts and winning awards like Best Breakthrough Hip Hop Artist at the BET Hip Hop Awards and Hip-Hop Artist of the Year at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, GloRilla once worked at a Checkers in Memphis, famously telling coworkers, “One day I’m going to be famous.” Now she’s bringing that full-circle moment back to the drive-thru.
“Checkers is where I got my start, and now I’ve got a meal deal with my name on it,” said GloRilla. “Life comes with ups and downs, but this moment means a lot to me. I’m grateful to Checkers & Rally’s for riding with me—and trust, it’s all the flavor and all the fire, for just four bucks.”
GloRilla’s $4 Unbeatable Meal Deal delivers unbeatable value with real flavor and major flex appeal. Fans can choose from three craveable sandwiches—the Cheese Double (featuring over a ¼ lb of beef), the Spicy Chicken Sandwich, or the exclusive, limited-time Glo’s BBQ Jacked Burger, made with 100% beef, Pepper Jack cheese, sweet & smoky BBQ sauce, and seasoned grilled onions on a toasted bun. The meal is rounded out with a soft drink, Checkers & Rally’s iconic Famous Seasoned Fries, and a warm, cinnamon-sugar dusted apple pie.
“This is the boldest meal deal in fast food,” said Scott Johnson, Chief Marketing Officer of Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. “GloRilla brings her Fearlessly Original spirit to everything she touches, and this collaboration celebrates her roots, our shared commitment to flavor, and the kind of value that turns heads and fills stomachs.”
In addition to the $4 meal deal, Checkers & Rally’s is dropping two more “Glo-inspired” burgers. Starting with Glo Da P’s BBQ Double—a mouthwatering new sandwich made with two 100% beef hamburger patties, American cheese, dill pickles, sweet & smoky BBQ sauce and mayo, served between two thick slices of garlic Texas toast.
Want even more flavor? Try Big Glo’s BBQ Buford, a powerhouse of a sandwich stacked with two large 100% beef hamburger patties, Fry-Seasoned Onion Fries, Pepper Jack cheese, American cheese, grilled onions, dill pickles, mayo, and BBQ sauce, also served on thick-cut garlic Texas toast.
Whether balling on a budget, craving something new, or just hungry for a meal with personality, GloRilla’s $4 Unbeatable Meal Deal—and the two all-new Glo burgers—bring big flavor, great value and zero compromises—only at Checkers & Rally’s.
To stay up to date on Checkers & Rally’s news, visit CheckersandRallys.com. Also, get connected to Checkers & Rally’s across social media by following @checkersrallys on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
The Backstreet Boys participated in that epic Vegas ritual known as a Golden Tiki Headshrinking, taking part in a semi-secret appearance Sunday afternoon. Around 2 p.m. yesterday (July 27, 2025), Backstreet Boys Nick Carter, Brian Litrell and AJ McLean were greeted at the Chinatown tiki bar by dozens of fans who got word of the event, officially announced only a couple of hours prior, and unveiled heads of all five members.
The event also included a menu of seven special Backstreet Boys tiki cocktails (and n/a cocktails) which will be available during their residency at the Sphere through Aug. 24.
Custom made in their likenesses, the heads will join a unique collection that includes similar ‘honors’ bestowed upon Vegas luminaries and renowned entertainers including Vince Neil, Sammy Hagar, Pauly Shore, Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston, Playboy Playmate Claire Sinclair, Fighter Randy Couture, Robin Leach, Rod Stewart, Siegfried & Roy, Carrot Top and many more.
Over 250 similar heads have been created and dedicated since The Golden Tiki opened in 2015. The world famous tiki bar will officially celebrate its tenth anniversary in August.
About The Golden Tiki
Located in Chinatown, Las Vegas, The Golden Tiki takes you on a trip to exotic Skull Island. The Golden Tiki has spared no expense in recreating the classic mid-century tiki bar, reminiscent of the legendary Don the Beachcomber’s and Trader Vic’s while mixing in Las Vegas legend and lore. The hand-crafted cocktail menu features nostalgic classics and new mixological creations by world-renowned barman, Adam Rains. Alongside an eclectic spirits list, curated local craft beer, and a massive rum selection, The Golden Tiki’s hospitality is legendary. Featuring the work of renowned artists Tiki Bosko, Billy the Crud, Bill Collins, and Oceanic Arts, the one-of-a-kind decor also boasts a unique collection of celebrity ‘shrunken heads,’ an astounding array of artifacts, and Bud ‘n Al’s Oasis, the world’s only adult animatronic bird show.
Accolades include Top 5 Tiki Bars In The Country (Food Network), Ten Best Nightlife Destinations In Las Vegas (USA Today), Best Tropical Drinks In Las Vegas (Trip Savvy), Top Drinking Destinations In Las Vegas (Virgin Holidays), Best Bar, Readers’ Choice 2018, Best Chinatown Bar, Readers’ Choice 2025 (Las Vegas Weekly) & Best of The City nods from Desert Companion & Vegas Seven. Culinary Excellence Award for Drink Specialist – 2019 (Nevada Restaurant Association) for Beverage Director Adam Rains.
Zén, Singapore’s celebrated three-Michelin-starred restaurant and the Asian sister of Stockholm’s Frantzén, is thrilled to announce its Summer Menu, thoughtfully curated by Executive Chef Martin Öfner in collaboration with Björn Frantzén.
The Summer Menu draws on the season’s finest produce from across Europe, Asia and Japan. Guests can expect reimagined signatures alongside elegant new creations that reflect Martin’s vision and technical finesse, from pristine seafood preparations to layered, umami-rich broths and intricate pastry work.
The nine-course tasting experience, complemented by delicate canapés, embodies the blend of Asia with Nordic-Japanese gastronomy at its finest, featuring dishes such as crustacean tartlets with Thai basil and chawanmushi with awabi, foie gras, matsutake. Finishing with the latest dessert, which uses sweet potato from Okinawa, made into ice cream with chestnut honey and topped with slow-roasted pineapple and mezcal caramel.
Having worked alongside Chef Björn Frantzén for over a decade, Martin brings an intimate understanding of the Zén ethos, marrying highlights of Asia with Nordic culinary philosophy and Japanese ingredients and techniques. Now, as Executive Chef, Martin presents a new expression of Zén: elevated, focused, and deeply personal while remaining rooted in tradition, craftsmanship, and excellence.
This latest chapter reaffirms Zén’s position at the forefront of modern fine dining in Asia.
FOR THE GLOBAL FASHION AWARD 2025 TO BENEFIT THE ELTON JOHN AIDS FOUNDATION
We are delighted to announce the nominees for the Hummingbird Fashion Award 2025 (HFA), taking place on Tuesday 9 December, in Frankfurt, Germany. HFA is organized by LA Vision Entertainment and serves as the fundraiser for the Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF), a nonprofit that is committed to overcoming HIV and LGBTQ+ stigma, discrimination, and neglect that prevents us from ending AIDS for everyone, everywhere.
The Awards celebrate fashion’s role at the intersection of culture, creativity, and positive change, spotlighting the talent and stories that defined the past year.
A Jury of 3,000 industry professionals — editors, buyers, stylists, photographers, educators, and executives, distributed equally across all six inhabited continents to ensure a truly global perspective on contemporary fashion made the selections in their first global voting. Their votes were cast anonymously via a secure platform to ensure transparency and geographic parity.
“Our jurors—from Accra to Auckland, São Paulo to Shanghai—reflect fashion’s truly global dialogue,” said Maike Lanz, Head of Planning Team of the Hummingbird Fashion Award. “Their selections honour creative excellence on a global scale”
2025 Nominees
Womenswear Designer of the Year
Thom Browne
Simon Porte Jacquemus
Sarah Burton
Victoria Beckham
Anthony Vaccarello
Haider Ackermann
Menswear Designer of the Year
Jonathan Anderson
Rei Kawakubo
Kim Jones
Yohji Yamamoto
Pharrell Williams
Miuccia Prada & Raf Simons
Accessories Designer of the Year
Amina Muaddi
Louise Trotter
Nadège Vanhee‑Cybulski
Chemena Kamali
Simon Porte‑Jacquemus
Demna Gvasalia
Haute Couture Designer of the Year
Alessandro Michele
Daniel Roseberry
Sohee Park
Viktor Horsting & Rolf Snoeren
Maria Grazia Chiuri
Giorgio Armani
Designer of the Year International
Daniel Roseberry
Victoria Beckham
Jonathan Anderson
Anthony Vaccarello
Sarah Burton
Rei Kawakubo
Model of the Year
Mona Tougaard
Awar Odhiang
Mathieu Simoneau
Angelina Kendall
Alex Consani
Penelope Ternes
Fashion Campaign of the Year
GUCCI — Photographer: Xavier Dolan
VALENTINO — Photographer: Glen Luchford
Bottega Veneta — Photographer: Sander Houthuys
Swarovski — Photographers: Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott
Prada — Photographer: Steven Meisel
Balenciaga — Photographer: Juergen Teller
Fashion Photographer of the Year
Elizaveta Porodina
Rafael Pavarotti
Carlijn Jacobs
Ellen von Unwerth
Malick Bodian
Davit Giorgatze
Fashion Journalist of the Year
Imran Amed
Amy Francombe
Tiffany Godoy
Alexander Fisher
Ana Colon
Tianwei Zhang
Hair & Make‑Up Artist of the Year
Pat McGrath
Mary Phillips
Mustafa Yanaz
Gucci Westman
Dimitris Giannetos
Raoul Alejandre
Fashion Stylist of the Year
Elizabeth Stewart
Law Roach
Harry Lambert
Shiona Turini
Jared Ellner
Jason Bolden
Costume Designer of the Year
Paul Tazewell
Arianne Phillips
Marylin Fitoussi
John Glaser
Carlos Rosario
Alex Bovaird
Fashion Influencer of the Year
Aimee Song
Caroline Daur
Leonie Hanne
Tina Leung
Nicole Warne
Sarah Langa
Fashion Jewelry Brand of the Year
Swarovski
Pandora
Pilgrim
Oak and Luna
Alexis Bittar
Charlotte Chesnais
Fine Jewelry Brand of the Year
Cartier
Tiffany & Co.
Bvlgari
Boucheron
Graff
Prounis
Fashion Editorial of the Year
Samuel Bradley — “Stir Crazy,” family.style
Stefano Sciuto — “Next Gen – Bound in Essence,” nextgenmagazine.it
Jesus Isnard — “Tribute to Franca Sozzani,” Vogue Portugal
Elizaveta Porodina — “Estrella Total,” Vogue España
Tyler Mitchell — “Dandyism,” American Vogue
Agata Pospieszynska — “Sing The Body Electric,” Harper’s Bazaar UK
Rising Star Designer of the Year
Tanner Richie & Fletcher Kasell
Kate Barton
GRACE LING
Ellen Hodakova Larsson
Tolu Coker
YASMIN MANSOUR
Rising Star Model of the Year
Carol Monteiro
Song Ah Woo
Bebe Parnell
Mahi Kabra
Mia Armstrong
Douta Sidibe
Winners will be revealed on 9th December 2025 at the Gala Event in Frankfurt hosted by Hollywood Actress Diane Kruger und a special Iconic Hollywood Co-Host.
About the Hummingbird Fashion Award (HFA)
The Hummingbird Fashion Award 2025 envisions a global stage where fashion transcends borders, bringing together creativity, craftsmanship and entertainment. We aim to elevate not only emerging talents but also established fashion houses and designers, creating a platform that highlights the best in the industry. Our vision is to inspire creatives while celebrating the rich diversity and heritage of fashion from all corners of the world. The event will take place on 9 December 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany.
About the Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF)
The Elton John AIDS Foundation was established in 1992 and is one of the leading independent AIDS organizations in the world. The Foundation‘s mission is simple: an end to the AIDS epidemic.
The Elton John AIDS Foundation is committed to overcoming the stigma, discrimination and neglect that keep us from ending AIDS. With the mobilization of our network of generous supporters and partners, we fund local experts across four continents to challenge discrimination, prevent infections, and provide treatment as well as influencing governments to end AIDS.
For the first time ever, the iconic concert film Prince – Sign O’ The Times will be released exclusively in IMAX theatres globally for a limited time, beginning August 29, 2025. The critically acclaimed 1987 film, directed by Prince and featuring Prince with his talented band of musicians including Sheila E., has undergone IMAX’s proprietary Digital Media Remastering (DMR) process to deliver unprecedented image and sound quality, offering audiences an immersive experience of Prince’s legendary performance like never before. Early Access Showtimes will be offered in IMAX on August 28 for all the Prince fans! Tickets can be purchased at www.imax.com/prince.
Tickets On Sale Now!
SYNOPSIS
Sign O’ The Times is widely celebrated for capturing the artist at his creative peak—blending electrifying concert footage with cinematic storytelling, powerful visuals, and genre-defying sound. Now, enhanced with IMAX’s precision surround sound audio, customized theatre geometry, and crystal-clear images, Prince’s virtuoso performance is set to mesmerize fans old and new in the most epic format available. “Prince – Sign O’ The Times” features some of Prince’s most iconic tracks, including “If I Was Your Girlfriend,” the anthemic title track “Sign O’ The Times,” and “U Got The Look,” Prince’s smash hit duet with Sheena Easton. The film showcases Prince’s unparalleled musicianship, stagecraft, and style, highlighting his timeless impact on music and popular culture.
Director & Star: Prince
Producers: Robert Cavallo, Joseph Ruffalo & Steven Fargnoli
Coach hosted the Official Opening Party for AT&T WNBA All-Star 2025 at Commission Row in downtown Indianapolis on July 18th. The event marked the start of All-Star 2025 and celebrated the continued partnership between Coach and the WNBA, bringing together players, industry leaders, and friends of the brand for a vibrant evening of cocktails, dancing, and a high-energy DJ set by Las Flaquitas.
Notable guests in attendance included – styled by Coach – Paige Bueckers (Dallas Wings), Sonia Citron (Washington Mystics), Kiki Iriafen (Washington Mystics), Aneesah Morrow (Connecticut Sun), Hailey Van Lith (Chicago Sky). Other notable guests included Cathy Engelbert (Commissioner of WNBA), Lisa Leslie (Former WNBA Player), G-Eazy (Musician), Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx), Jalen Suggs (NBA, Orlando Magic), Chiney Ogwumike (Former WNBA Player), Sydney Colson (Indiana Fever), Marist Liufau (NFL, Dallas Cowboys), Bia (Musician), Aari McDonald (Indiana Fever), Courtney Williams (Minnesota Lynx, StudBudz), Natisha Hiedeman (Minnesota Lynx, StudBudz), Jamad Fiin.
As part of AT&T WNBA All-Star 2025, Coach is also presenting a dynamic shopping experience designed to showcase the brand’s commitment to sport, fashion, community, and courageous self-expression. The activation features a curated selection of Coach styles, including the iconic Tabby bag, along with complimentary customization services with purchase. Fans can enjoy exclusive WNBA x Coach monogram stamping and live hand-painted designs from on-site artists Jen Mussari and Alana Tsui. Additional experiences include a shoot-to-win basketball game with prizes and a themed photo moment for guests.
Earlier this year, Coach and the WNBA announced a multiyear partnership centered on championing courageous self-expression through basketball and beyond. Highlighting the intersection of sports and fashion, the partnership brought Coach on as the WNBA’s official handbag partner. The collaboration also reflects Coach’s purpose-driven platform, the Courage to Be Real, a platform that encourages individuals to confidently explore and express every side of who they are.
Coldplay surprised soccer fans during the first-ever FIFA Club World Cup™ Final Halftime Show on Sunday, July 13 performing with Emmanuel Kelly, the world’s first differently abled pop artist, at MetLife Stadium in front of tens of thousands of fans and millions streaming worldwide on DAZN. Sharing the spotlight with J Balvin, Doja Cat, and Tems, Emmanuel and Coldplay delivered a powerful moment in support of the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.
The halftime show was curated by Chris Martin (Coldplay) who invited Emmanuel Kelly to sing “A Sky Full of Stars” with him during this special performance, marking the first time aperson with a disability has headlined a global event / halftime show.
Photo | (From left to right: Tems, Doja Cat, Chris Martin, J Balvin – Center: Emmanuel Kelly // Credit: Getty Images)
As WNBA All-Star Weekend takes over Indianapolis, the National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA) and Beyond the Game Health will host a powerful and purposeful celebration: the 2025 WNBA Legends Brunch: Brunch, Ball & Wellness.
This private brunch will bring together retired WNBA legends, current players, and wellness leaders for an inspiring morning that honors the women who built the league, while also centering health equity, healing, and Black women’s wellness.
• Rushia Brown – Inaugural member of the WNBA, founder of the Women’s Professional Basketball Alumnae Association, Manager of Team and Player Development – Los Vegas Aces • Shamikka Marty, BCPA – Co-Founder of Beyond The Game Health, Motivational Speaker, Healthcare Advocate and Cybersecurity Expert • Nadia E. Miller– Co-founder of Pink4Ever, host of Beyond the Pink Ribbon Radio Show, and a 17-year survivor of breast cancer.
Some of the confirmedplayers that are expected to attend: Cameron Ballard, Rushia Brown, Syvlia Crawley Spann, Kaela Davis, Antonio Davis, Marie Ferdinand Harris, Kym Hampton, Fran Harris, Deanna Jackson, Leslie Johnson, Danielle McCulley, and Imani McGee Stafford.
The event will take place this Saturday, July 19, 2025, between 11:00am – 2:00 pm.
• Celebrate the legacy and contributions of retired WNBA athletes • Highlight the urgent need for equitable healthcare and support for Black women in and beyond sports • Provide a space for rest, recognition, and radical care during All-Star Weekend
Pressure’s on! The Icy Girl Saweetie is back in her bag and hotter than ever. The multi-hyphenate, Grammy-nominated artist, style icon, and global trendsetter returns with a flawless new EP, HELLA PRESSURE, on August 1 and a sizzling single, “boffum” (pronounced bow-fum), a high-energy banger produced by Grammy-winning hitmaker J White Did It. Listen HERE via Warner Records.
Built around a hypnotic bassline, slick Bay Area bounce, and her signature West Coast swag, “boffum” brings Saweetie back to her hyphy roots—with a modern-day twist. Laced with slick talk, savage punchlines, and Saweetie’s own slang-laced dialect, the track is playful, powerful, and primed to take over every speaker from the club to the cookout.
With her forthcoming EP HELLA PRESSURE, Saweetie is reminding the world she’s not just in the conversation- she is the conversation. Stay tuned for the official “boffum” music video and more music dropping soon.
The cover art says it all—Saweetie’s ‘Icy Hot’ juxtaposition is on full display as she stuns in a bikini with snow white fur, diamonds, and a luxe trapper hat with a bold red visor. Saweetie embodies the spirit of her new single “boffum,” meaning both of ‘em. She’s a bold, confident woman who doesn’t have to choose between sides because she’s all of it, all at once.
“New music? New era? Why not boffum?” Saweetie teases. “This track is all about embracing your duality and owning every side of who you are. I’m so excited for the ICY Gang to hear it, and I can’t wait to finally share the project I’ve been working on.”
This latest chapter follows a series of major milestones that have cemented Saweetie’s place in music and culture. With nearly 6 billion global streams, she’s delivered chart-topping hits like the platinum-certified “Tap In,” the 4x platinum smash “My Type,” and the multi-platinum anthem “Best Friend” featuring Doja Cat, which earned her two GRAMMY® nominations. Beyond music, Saweetie has landed roles in STARZ’s BMF and the fashion comedy Idiotka, which premiered at SXSW, as well as secured high-profile brand partnerships with McDonald’s, MAC, Postmates, NYX, Corona Premier, True Religion and more.
Whether through her viral moments, bold fashion statements, or community-driven initiatives, Saweetie continues to shape the culture—and with “boffum,” she’s turning up the temperature and stepping fully into her power.
