Monthly Archives: May 2012

Nontobeko Ntombela and The Art of Curating

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Tamara Warren

As curator of contemporary art at the Johannesburg Art Gallery in South Africa, Nontobeko Ntombela says her role as a curator is one of a collaborator. She specializes in research on South African contemporary arts. Ntombela recently curated the show … Continue reading →

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Made In America

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Life and Times

Nearly 30 Artists. 3 Stages. 1 Weekend. September 1 & 2. Philadelphia. Tickets on Sale May 23. Made In America | #MadeInAmerica

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The Resurgence of NY Sports?

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Thomas Harden

The last time the Big Apple experienced a major sports surge was during the mid-to-late ‘90s and early aughts. The New York Knicks, Yankees, Mets, Giants and Rangers were all championship contenders. The ’94 Knicks and Rangers had the city … Continue reading →

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Test Drive: 2013 Mercedes-Benz 550SL

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Tamara Warren

Picture a perfect California day, sun beating down, and the top dropped on a sparkling, new 2013 Mercedes-Benz 550SL winding up and down roads through the Hollywood Hills. The driver has an arsenal of technical speed tools and creature comforts … Continue reading →

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Meek Mill Talks Album, Mixtape Success and Roc Nation Management

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Kathy Iandoli

Meek Mill’s rapid ascent into the hip-hop stratosphere was well deserved. The Philly bred rap stalwart shook the scene with his breakout cuts “Tupac Back” and “Ima Boss,” having rappers salivating enough to spin the new classics into their own … Continue reading →

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Streets Is Watching: Jahlil Beats

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Life and Times

Jahlil Beats has produced tracks for everyone from Lil Wayne to Diddy, but it was his breakout hit, Meek Mill‘s anthemic  “I’m A Boss” which has catapulted him into the hip-hop spotlight. Here, the 23-year-old Chester City, Pennsylvania native takes Life+Times … Continue reading →

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Tough Break: NBA Playoff Injuries

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Thomas Harden

Injuries have been the talk of the 2012 NBA playoffs with big names falling prey to the injury bug. Most of the instances have stemmed from non-contact, with players falling victim to unfortunate circumstances. During this truncated, lockout-compressed season, injuries … Continue reading →

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Lamborghini, Mercy

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Shahendra Ohneswere

Last month Lamborghini unveiled its newest concept car – an SUV dubbed the Urus. You read that right: Lamborghini, the company whose heritage is rooted in creating some of the world’s sexiest and most powerful exotic sports cars is now … Continue reading →

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Artist Heather Hart Discusses “The Eastern Oracle” At The Brooklyn Museum

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Cacy Forgenie

How often do apartment-dwelling New Yorkers get a chance to climb the roof of a real house? Bed-Stuy-based artist Heather Hart and The Brooklyn Museum invited Life + Times to check out her new installation, “The Eastern Oracle,” the fourth … Continue reading →

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Inside Dover Street Market Ginza

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Yale Breslin

The highly anticipated unveiling of Dover Street Market Ginza (DSMG) opened its doors this past March – and like its location in London, DSMG is a fashion heaven – mixing an eclectic group of brads (everything from Supreme to Givenchy) … Continue reading →

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