Valentine’s Day just around the corner, 360 Magazine is thrilled to present Louis Vuitton’s dedicated Gift Guide, featuring an array of items perfect for a significant other, family member, friend, or anyone else far and inbetween. We encourage you to explore the Maison’s offerings across all categories, including but not limited to: men’s, women’s, home, accessories, jewelry, handbags, luggage.
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Are you looking for ways to increase your chances of winning big at slot machines? If so, then it’s time to learn the secrets of reading slot machines and how to play slots. The slot machine is one of the most popular forms of gambling and can be found in casinos all over the world. With a little bit of knowledge and strategy, you can greatly improve your odds of hitting a jackpot or even just walking away with more money than you started with.
In this article, we’ll look at some tips and tricks that will help you unlock the best strategies for winning big slot games. We’ll also discuss why it pays off to keep track of your winnings and losses when playing these games. So, get ready to become an expert in no time!
One of the most important secrets to reading slot machines is understanding the different types of machines. There are four main categories: progressive, flat top, bonus, and online. let’s look at each one more closely.
Progressive slot machines are the ones that have a growing jackpot amount, which increases as more people play them. They usually provide bigger payouts than the flat top or bonus machines, but they also require a larger bankroll to get started.
Flat-top slot machines are the most common type you’ll find in casinos. They have a fixed jackpot amount, which remains the same until someone hits it. These machines can be easier to beat if you know what you’re doing and are willing to take the risk of going for higher stakes.
Bonus slot games are the ones that offer special bonuses or extra payouts for certain combinations of symbols. You can often find these games online as well as in land-based casinos. They usually require a special activation code or coin to play, and the bonus amount is typically bigger than what you’d get from a flat-top machine.
Finally, there are online slots. These games can be found on a variety of different websites which offers a wide range of free slots, bonuses, and payouts supported by a big community of online players. Online slots are a great way to get into the gambling world without having to leave your home and can give you a taste of the real thing.
Now that you know the different types of slot machines, it’s time to look at one of the most important secrets to reading slot machines: tracking your winnings and losses. This is essential if you want to increase your chances of winning big. Keeping track of your money will help you stick to a budget, which is key if you want to stay in the game and have a shot at hitting the jackpot.
So make sure to keep track of how much money you’ve put in, how much money you’ve won, and how much money you’ve lost in each gaming session. This will not only help you stay within your budget, but it will also help you understand your own gambling habits and keep an eye on the machine’s payouts.
Another key secret to reading slot machines is to read the paytable. This is a chart that shows what kind of payout you can expect for each combination of symbols or winning lines. It’s important to understand how much each symbol pays out so that you can calculate your chances of hitting a jackpot or at least walking away with more money than you started with.
It’s also important to understand how the odds change depending on how many coins you’re playing with. The more coins you bet, the higher your chances become of hitting a big payout.
Finally, it’s worth noting that all slot machines are designed differently. Some offer bigger payouts than others, so it pays off to do your research and find the ones with the best odds. And remember, the more you play, the better your chances of winning become.
Another key secret to reading slot machines is to take advantage of any bonuses or promotions offered which can make a huge difference. Lately, a Las Vegas resident hit a $230K jackpot at an off-Strip casino which was the result of a bonus she received from the slot machine.
Most casinos offer special deals on certain machines and will often offer free spins or bonus cash to get you started. Keep an eye out for these offers and make sure to take full advantage of them when they come up.
Another way to unlock these bonuses is to sign up for a casino’s player reward program. This way, you can accumulate points or free spins from all the machines you play, and eventually, you’ll be able to redeem these points for a bigger payout.
Another key secret to reading slot machines is to always play the maximum bet. Doing this will give you the best chance of hitting a big win, as most machines are programmed to pay out larger sums of money only when the maximum bet is placed. So, if you’re going to go for a big win, it pays off to go big or go home.
Reading slot machines can be tricky, but if you know the secrets to unlocking their potential, you’ll have a better chance of success. Make sure to research the different kinds of machines, track your winnings and losses, read the paytable, take advantage of bonuses and promotions, and always bet the maximum if you want to maximize your chances of hitting it big.
Gucci is adding an exclusive selection of new pieces to its Hortus Deliciarum High Jewelry collection to be presented on January 24, 2023, during Paris Haute Couture at the House’s Place Vendôme boutique.
Hortus Deliciarum — meaning ‘Garden of Delights’ in Latin — blends Gucci’s rich heritage in Italian craftsmanship and its ever-distinctive creativity in one-of-a-kind masterpieces distinguished by unique artistry, exceptional quality, and acute attention to detail. The current chapter, the third since the collection’s launch in 2019, draws inspiration from the world of travel and the memorable moments that every journey can bring.
The new additions to the Hortus Deliciarum collection include necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and multi-finger rings, divided into different themes. The designs explore tantalizing facets of the natural and animal kingdom, placing jewelry artistry center stage. These pieces evoke distant, exotic, and magical worlds, exciting the imagination with Gucci’s signature painterly approach to high jewelry craftsmanship.
A selection of pieces features fresh interpretations of Gucci’s distinctive Lion Head and Tiger Head motifs, symbolizing strength, courage, and passion. Flawless, fancy cut vivid gemstones, from aquamarines to yellow sapphires, add vibrant touches to these dynamic designs.
The collection includes several new creations showcasing a captivating combination of multicolored stones that are inspired by the concept of prismatic beauty and specifically designed to catch the light. These include a brilliant multi-finger ring – the result of 100 hours of meticulous production – crafted in yellow gold with a beautiful 38.8 carat green tourmaline centerpiece surrounded by diamonds. An equally stunning yellow gold cuff earring offers an elegant explosion of garnets, yellow beryl, rubellite, and diamonds. Here, Gucci blends the modernity of a cuff style with the exquisite beauty of warm-toned gems and dainty, flowing lines.
Other stunning pieces are distinguished by cascades of dancing diamonds, inspired by the beauty of shooting stars and the sparkling torrents of a waterfall. A highlight of this selection is a parure comprising a dazzling white gold necklace and matching drop earrings. Involving 300 hours of production, the necklace features diamond-embellished starbursts trimmed with lady-like diamond bows, while the earrings reveal diamond-encrusted bows and chandelier-like crystal droplets around two teardrop cut diamonds with a total of 16.7 carats.
A yellow gold bracelet, meanwhile, showcases a diamond-embellished chevron pattern and an oval-shaped 16 carat rubellite tourmaline, offering a striking geometric interplay of straight lines and smooth curves. This exceptional creation takes 200 hours to produce.
Intricately crafted and full of surprising details, an ornate diamond parure pays homage to the majestic beauty of natural landscapes. A diamond-encrusted geometric chain necklace is teamed with a stunning round-cut mandarin garnet pendant embellished with dainty emerald leaves. This can be teamed with a matching pair of jacket earrings, also in fresh and surprising shades of green and mandarin, offering a dazzling 40.5 carats of jewels for the necklace and 15.3 carats for the earrings.
To complete the collection, new diamond-embellished solitaire rings shine in an array of hues that resemble the changing colors of the sky. A sculpted, white gold design mesmerizes with a hexagonal 14.7 carat tanzanite centerpiece, while three other white gold rings each present a heart-shaped gemstone in a vivid color: a 9 carat blue tourmaline, a 12.6 carat peach tourmaline, or an 11.5 carat pink tourmaline.
The Hortus Deliciarum High Jewelry collection, launched in Paris in 2019, was followed by a second chapter presented on Italy’s Lake Maggiore in 2021 while the third and current collection was initially unveiled in Rome in 2022.
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This year, Marvel’s annual Women’s History Month celebration will extend to its comic titles set in a galaxy, far, far away! Visionary comic artist Peach Momoko has produced eleven gorgeous STAR WARS WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH COVERS that will grace all of Marvel’s Star Wars series in March. In her signature style, Momoko brings to life a variety of Star Wars characters who have inspired fans for generations across films, comics, and more!
Here are the characters that will be spotlighted:
· Amilyn Holdo, Resistance leader known for her brave sacrifice in Star Wars: The Last Jedi
· Barash, gifted Jedi gifted Jedi whose name is forever linked the “Barash Vow” and whose story is currently being told in Star Wars: The High Republic – The Blade
· Chanath Cha, deadly bounty hunter who’s currently targeting Darth Vader in Star Wars: Hidden Empire
· Domina Tagge, proud head of the Tagge family who recently sought revenge against Doctor Aphra in the pages of her ongoing solo series
· Gheyr, a young Jedi padawan debuting in Star Wars: Yoda #4
· Grammy Starros, matriarch of the Starros clan who will make her first appearance in this month’s Star Wars: Sana Starros #1
· Khel Tanna, scoundrel employed by Jabba the Hutt currently teaming up with Han Solo in the Star Wars: Han Solo & Chewbacca series
· Leia, the groundbreaking icon is depicted in the Boussh disguise she used to infiltrate Jabba’s Palace in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
· Matty, a Jedi Padawan helping Vildar Mac in the pages of Star Wars: The High Republic
· Nakano Lash, a Nautolan bounty hunter who once mentored Beilert Valance and recently resurfaced in the pages of Star Wars: Bounty Hunters
· Sabé, loyal handmaiden of Padmé Amidala and currently in an uneasy alliance with Darth Vader in the pages of his ongoing solo series
“It’s an honor to be working on so many covers for the Star Wars world,” Momoko said. “I love all the characters I got to draw. They each have their own uniqueness and strength that I admire.”
See below for a full list of STAR WARS WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH VARIANT COVERS. Check out the first four now and stay tuned to StarWars.com next week for more to be revealed! For more information, visit Marvel.com.
Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Fall-Winter 2023 Show and Collection. In collaboration with KidSuper’s Colm Dillane, this collection was inspired by the formative moments of upbringing and the rites of passage from childhood to adulthood.
The looks draw on themes inherent to Louis Vuitton men’s practice: formative development and the universal human experiences that unite us across geography and cultures. Evaluating the impact of the digital age, nods to connectivity are further explored through techniques, motifs, and silhouettes. The show featured a moving performance by artist Rosalía, her innovative musical fusions and distinctive style heightening the core philosophy of the collection.
The show’s stage was based on the ideology of “growing up”, and French filmmakers Michel and Olivier Gondry constructed a house in which a boy’s first stages of life unfolded, culminating in adulthood, where memories and experiences of the inner child remain eternally present.
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DKNY Sport recently launched their first tennis-inspired lifestyle capsule. The collection, which debuted globally on January 15, includes RTW, accessories, and footwear. Classic tennis silhouettes like pleated skirts and workout dresses are mixed with core components of the DKNY aesthetic — loose-fitting joggers, crop tops, and classic button downs in a tech fabric.
Designed for the modern woman on-the-go, the 20-piece tennis capsule is the perfect blend of feminine and athleisure, showcasing pieces that can easily transition off-court to conquer the remainder of your day. The assortment incorporates both tennis staples and versatile casual options with a color palette featuring signature DKNY neutrals paired with a vibrant shade of ‘beetroot’ pink. To celebrate the launch, DKNY is hosting an immersive tennis court takeover at the W Hotel in South Beach, featuring a DKNY Sport lounge.
The capsule is now available globally on DKNY.com and in DKNY stores.
WOLTERS KLUWER FOURTH QUARTER AUTO FINANCE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION INDEX SHOWS ADDITIONAL DIGITAL ASSET & WORKFLOW ADOPTION FOR AUTO AND SECURITIZATION MARKETS
Auto Lenders and Securitization Providers Continued Their Adoption of Digital Assets & Workflows in 2022, But Industry Headwinds Could Slow Adoption Rate in 2023
Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, software solutions and services, announced fourth quarter and end-of-year results and analysis from its Auto Finance Digital Transformation Index, a key resource that tracks the rate at which auto dealers, service providers and lenders are seeing growth in the evolution from paper-based finance back-office processes to digital. Click here to see the complete data report.
According to the Index, auto dealers, service providers and lenders showed a digital adoption growth rate of 56% over the last twelve months dating back to the fourth quarter of 2021. That rate of adoption is significant considering that the U.S. auto industry saw 2022 new sales reach just 13.7 million on the year, the lowest annual total in more than a decade and an 8% decline from the previous year. For more complete context, annual sales had crested above 17 million for the five-year period prior to 2020, when Covid-19 impacted the industry.
“The continued macroeconomic impact in auto purchases is having an effect on the Index’s rate of adoption measure and overall eContract volume, but year-over-year digital adoption still remains steady and positive,” said Tim Yalich, Head of Auto Strategy for Wolters Kluwer. “In looking ahead to 2023 early estimates from analyst firms are pointing to a slight increase in sales activity, but we believe companies throughout the industry are realizing the value and benefit digital resources, assets and processes are injecting into operational efficiencies, regulatory compliance needs, and overall profit preservation.”
Digital Adoption in Securitization Markets
Wolters Kluwer is also offering in this report a spotlight on digital asset and workflow adoption in the securitization markets. As a way of contextual analysis, and based on an analysis of data from Wolters Kluwer, this digital adoption rate has increased 36% over the last five years. While the adoption rate is expected to drag in 2023 based on the challenging automotive market conditions, the ongoing upward trend of securitizations suggests that the trust in digital loan origination and management is well established in the secondary market, with companies realizing efficiency gains in the pooling, auditing, collateralization, and the execution of security exchanges using digital assets.
According to industry data, auto ABS totaled $110 billion in 2022, down 16.7% from the previous year. Industry observers expect auto-specific ABS to remain relatively flat in 2023. Despite this pause in further volume growth, a recent Wolters Kluwer survey revealed that roughly 82% of lender executives said they have plans to digitize more of their securitization processes, paperwork and workflows during 2023.
To learn more and to access additional data insights from the Wolters Kluwer Auto Finance Digital Transformation Index, click here.
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Nicky Jam, Latin music idol, actor, and businessman, has once again been nominated for the Premio Lo Nuestro ceremony. In his artistic career, he has received more than 20 nominations, and this year was undoubtedly no different.
The Univisión network unveiled the official list of nominees for the Premio lo Nuestro 2023 gala, which honors the year’s greatest Spanish-language music, as it does every year. This time, the icon Nicky Jam graces the list with two nominations in the categories of “Male Artist of the Year” and “Urban Song of the Year” for “Ojos rojos.”
“Being nominated remains one of the biggest privileges of my artistic career, and being nominated once more already makes me feel like a winner,” said Nicky Jam.
Nicky Jam returns to Premio lo Nuestro after a year full of professional successes, in which his songs “Ojos Rojos” (20M views on YouTube, 57,544,163 audio streams and 161,892 video reproductions, more than 11.8K creations on TikTok) and “Sin Novia” (28,196,502 audio streams and 103,075 video reproductions, 12M views on YouTube, More than 6K creations on TikTok), captured the attention of an audience that accompanied him on a world tour that included countries from the United States, Europe and Middle East.
In the Premio Lo Nuestro ceremony, fans have a key role towards their idols since they have the possibility of making them winners by voting through the web portal.
The celebration in honor of Latin music will take place on February 23 and will be broadcast on Univisión screens.
FRANCE AND ITALY RESPECTIVELY PLACE 2nd AND 3rd.
This Saturday 21st of January, 2023, the announcement of the victory of Japan, represented by Moe Takahashi, Naritoshi Suzuka, Yusaku Shibata, closes the 18th edition of the Pastry World Cup during Sirha Lyon 2023. This victory rewards the technique and creativity of the creations proposed by the team. France and Italy complete the podium, respectively, 2nd and 3rd.
Discover the podium of the Grand Finale of the 2023 Pastry World Cup
1st: JAPAN – Moe Takahashi (chocolate), Naritoshi Suzuka (sugar), Yusaku Shibata (ice)
2nd : FRANCE – Georges Kousanas (chocolate), Jérémy Massing (sugar), Jana Lai (ice)
3rd : ITALY – Jacopo Zorzi (chocolate), Alessandro Petito (sugar), Martina Brachetti (ice)
4th : UNITED-KINGDOM – Martin Chiffers (chocolate), Nicolas Houchet (sugar), Michael Ho lam Kwan (ice)
5th : SOUTH KOREA – Kwang Man Jung (chocolate), Jeong Been Kim (sugar), Ho Yong Lim (ice)
6th : MALAYSIA – Charles Lim (chocolate) Pui Teng Mun (sugar), Jun Wei Goh (ice)
7th : USA – François Behuet (chocolate), Jordan Snider (sugar), Julie Eslinger (ice)
8th : CHINESE TAIPEI – Yu-Wei Xu (chocolate), Hsun-Han Chan (sugar), Yuan-Pin Chang (ice)
9th : ARGENTINA – Matías Dragún (chocolate), Lucas Carballo (sugar), Rub Darré (ice)
10th : CANADA – Jacob Pelletier (chocolate), Patrick Bouilly (sugar), Ross Baisas (ice)
11th : CHILI – Alejandro Espinoza (chocolate), Javiera Villegas (sugar), Niko Ibacache (ice)
12th : MOROCCO – Abdelkader Ejjatioui (chocolate), Ali Gousaid (sugar), Omar Eddib (ice)
13th : COLOMBIA – Carlos De Ávila (chocolate), Deiby Sanchez (sugar), Laura Mojica (ice)
14th : PHILIPPINES – Anthony Jay Segubiense (chocolate), Vergel Iral (sugar), Angelica Hong (ice)
15th : MAURITIUS – Stéphane Labastide (chocolate), Pravesh Gokhoola (sugar), Shivam Marooday (ice)
16th : TUNISIA – Moez Krid (chocolate), Bechir Hamed (sugar), Duminda Sapu Arachchige (ice)
17th : EGYPT – Ahmed Aboubakr (chocolate), Marzouk Marzouk (sugar), Mortada Abdellatif (ice)
Eco-responsible price : CANADA – Jacob Pelletier (chocolate), Patrick Bouilly (sugar), Ross Baisas (ice)
For 10 hours, the 17 teams, each composed of a chocolate maker, a sugar expert, and a master ice cream maker, created 42 tasting desserts and 3 artistic pieces on the theme of climate change.
Pierre Hermé, President of the contest, Cédric Grolet, Honorary President of this edition, as well as the entire Jury, were seduced by the creations of the Japanese team, and their work wind-based to respect the “Climate Change” theme of the Pastry World Cup.
All the members of the jury also rewarded the team spirit as well as the non-wasting of the products.
“The level of the competition rises from one edition to the next, as evidenced by the very close results, attests Pierre Hermé, President of the Pastry World Cup. It is with great emotion that we award Japan, a country accustomed to the podium, which is back on the top 16 years after its last victory.”
“All the candidates were very passionate, which is satisfying for me as a pastry chef, ” ads Cédric Grolet, Honorary President of the Pastry World Cup. “I would like to thank all the people who worked here, for having helped me rediscover this wonderful profession, which is on an everyday evolution, visually and technically.”
After finishing second on the podium for the last 5 editions, the team composed of Moe Takashi, Naritoshi Suzuka and Yusaku Shibata allows Japan to win this year on the first step of the podium. This victory allows the country of the Rising Sun to win its first gold medal since 2007 and to add a third World Cup to their list of achievements.
After having reached the third place during the 2021 edition, the French team, composed of Georges Kousanas, Jérémy Massing and Jana Lai, is once again on the podium during this 18th edition. A vice-champion title that rewards the excellent work done by the team during the events.
Italy, after having won 3 gold medals, once again gets a place on the podium. This 3rd place is all the more symbolic as the ice cream candidate, Martina Brachetti, is the first Italian woman to be selected for the World Pastry Cup.
‘Gene Noble‘s vocal acrobatics brought back melodic sensuality to R&B, adding small doses of neo-soul, hip-hop, and world music. A star is reborn – this time with a fresher, more innovative tonality.’ – 360 MAGAZINE
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Singer-songwriter Gene Noble takes center stage in New York’s SOB’s in light of the release of his new project, Feel A Way.
Gene describes this project as “A reintroduction and full circle moment.” During the adolescent stage of his career, he ponders on previous performances at the iconic venue. Constantly honing his craft and cultivating a strong fanbase, this was an opportunity tailored to the gifted artist who had just finished a tour with the legendary Sting.
Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Gene Noble kicks off the new year with his latest album, Feel A Way. The New York-bred vocalist shares his highly-anticipated LP, which builds on the momentum of “Whatever It Is” released at the tail end of 2022.
After taking to social media to let fans know about his future release plans, Gene is ready to turn the page on a new chapter in his sonics. Feel A Way seizes on both the creative and personal liberation that Gene has experienced over the years. The album’s eight tracks are an anecdote of self-reflection as he comes to terms with the reality of working through his feelings.
LISTEN TO ‘FEEL A WAY’ BY GENE NOBLE HERE
On the new LP, Gene explains:
“This whole project is full of songs that I’ve recorded literally around the world. It’s me being in different feels, in different moments, and having different thoughts.”
Unlike anything he’s shared previously, Feel A Way is a sonic journey through acceptance and forgiveness, baring his process of growth as Gene looks inward for an unconditional love.
Alongside the release of his new score, Gene has kicked off his Feel A Way album release shows to support his new project, starting yesterday (Jan 19) at SOB’s in New York. The release shows will conclude in Atlanta’s Center Stage Theater on January 23rd. As a touring artist, the soulful crooner has developed a reputation for his one-of-a-kind singing voice. He has this unique ability to connect with listeners on a personal level. His music is relatable, addressing topics that hit close to home and the heart.
Feel A Way Tracklist:
1. The Cost
2. Champagne Jack
3. This Groove
4. S’posed 2 Be
5. Whatever It Is
6. Feel A Way
7. So Dry
8. Affirmation
Show Dates:
1.19 – New York, NY – SOB’s
1.23 – Atlanta, GA – Center Stage Theater
About Gene Noble:
Gene Noble is the most experienced “newcomer” in R&B music today. As he continues the lineage of artistry that runs deep in his family – both of Gene’s parents were singers – the New York-born crooner got his start by singing out of local venues before getting his first “big break” performing alongside Lauryn Hill. This defining moment in his career would prove to be a precursor for what lies ahead, allowing Gene to hone in on a natural talent that changed his life for the better. From open mics at the Village Underground to taking center stage with Sting to perform a live mashup of “Shape of My Heart” and “Lucid Dreams,” Gene’s church-trained vocals have allowed him to travel the world (touring with the likes of Usher, Chris Brown and more) while creating a shared moment with each and every one of his fans. In 2020, he took the music scene by storm with “Matching Tattoos” – which was released on National Tattoo Day, Jul 17 – a fan favorite score that serves as the quintessential showcase of Gene’s signature falsetto. Since then, he’s continued to deliver next-level covers and original tracks that have earwormed their way into the hearts of listeners.
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