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February 5, 2026

Caleb McLaughlin On Putting In 10,000 Hours And What Makes A G.O.A.T

Essence (2026)

Caleb McLaughlin has made the mental and physical undertaking of putting in one’s 10,000 hours second nature in order for him to see the light seep through a hazy daydream.

January 22, 2026February 5, 2026

A Museum Lover’s Guide to Toyama Glass Art Museum

An exterior street-level view shows a modern cylindrical building clad in vertical metal and glass panels, identified as the Toyama Glass Art Museum, standing at a city intersection under a clear blue sky.

Observer (2026)

This Japanese institution sees past the functionality of glass to showcase innovative design and artistic expression at the forefront of the medium’s possibilities.

December 24, 2025

Tyler, The Creator Claims His Space In ‘Marty Supreme’

Essence (2025)

The artist-turned-actor recounts performing in Josh Safdie’s new film, Timothée Chalamet’s in-between take antics, and being terrible at ping pong.

December 15, 2025December 15, 2025

Beyond Tokyo and Kyoto: A Queer Traveler’s Guide to Japan’s Hokuriku Region

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Them (2025)

A surreal escape is just a bullet train ride away.

December 4, 2025

NYC Ballet’s India Bradley Shares Her History-Making Stage Regimen And Post-Show Routine

Essence (2025)

The history-making ballet dancer professes the beauty tools that can maximize grace and move an audience.

November 25, 2025

The 11th Annual Camp Flog Gnaw Took The Saying “The Show Must Go On” To Another Level

Essence (2025)

Despite nearly canceling the festival, Tyler, the Creator, rounded up the troops and exemplified why he remains as one of the top performers in the world.

October 9, 2025

Ayo Edebiri On Self-Actualization, Autonomy And ‘After The Hunt’

Essence (2025)

The actor and writer opens up about finding clarity amid chaos and why After The Hunt challenged her to embrace discomfort and nuance.

September 24, 2025

Portola Music Festival Ushers In Global Black Artistry And The Energetic Spirit Of Movement

Afropunk (2025)

The fourth installment of Portola Music Festival explodes with Black musicality, carving out the off-beat path for those seeking healing through dance.

September 18, 2025

Teyana Taylor, Regina Hall And The Cast Of ‘One Battle After Another’ Redefine The Modern Revolution Film

Essence (2025)

Alongside Leonardo DiCaprio and Benicio Del Toro, the pair fuel Paul Thomas Anderson’s ambitious vision of love and war.

August 27, 2025

Zoë Kravitz On ‘Caught Stealing,’ Independence And Thriving In New York City

Essence (2025)

The actress speaks on returning to feature films, soaking up Darren Aronofsky’s directorial knowledge, and being comfortable with pushing the envelope.