A series of global exhibitions, from René Magritte’s Australian retrospective to Olafur Eliasson’s installations in Istanbul, offer a rich exploration of art and culture across time and place. René Magritte (1898-1967), Le faux miroir (The False Mirror), 1929 (detail). Oil on canvas. 54 x 80.9 cm. Museum of Modern Art, New York. © Copyright Agency, Sydney 2024. Photo: © The Museum of Modern Art, New York/Scala, Florence 2024. On show in Magritte at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney, from 26 October 2024 to 9 February 2025 Fragrance of Time — In Search of the Chinese Art of Scent Hong Kong Museum of Art, Hong KongUntil 16 October 2024 For thousands of years, scent has played a key role in Chinese culture, and the use of fragrance has intertwined with artistic creation. A new show organised by the Hong Kong Museum of Art in collaboration with the Shanghai Museum explores this connection through 160 artefacts, spanning ceramics , bronze , jade , bamboo, calligraphy and painting. More than 100 of the objects have been declared national treasures — and more than half have of these have never been shown outside mainland China before. One highlight is a grey pottery and bamboo censer dating from the Liangzhu culture, which flourished between 3300 and 2300 B.C. Smoke from incense would have diffused through the 18 holes in its lid, purifying the air and repelling insects. Another masterpiece is a 17th-century hanging scroll by the Ming dynasty master painter Chen Hongshou . It shows an elegant woman leaning over a cage, which contains a bird-shaped censer that wafts her robe with aromatic fumes. Hanging censer carved with openwork floral design and six loop handles, Qing dynasty (1644-1911). Jadeite. Collection of Hong Kong Museum of Art Neolithic period grey pottery censer with bamboo joint design, Liangzhu culture (circa 3300-2300 B.C.). Shanghai Museum Collection. Unearthed in 1983 from the Fuquan Shan tomb site, Qingpu District, Shanghai The exhibition is accompanied by a series of lectures, workshops and meditation sessions, and includes commissions by contemporary Hong Kong artists — among them a display of 50 fragrant plants and materials, emitting scents representing dawn, noon and dusk. Jardin Majorelle: Who Are We? Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech, MoroccoUntil 2 February 2025 In 1924, the French Orientalist painter Jacques Majorelle purchased a plot of land in the Moroccan city of Marrakech. Inside its walls, over the course of the next 40 years, he grew one of the world’s most famous gardens, filled with tropical succulents, arabesque fountains and architectural details painted his signature cobalt-blue. Following a period of neglect lasting three decades, it was rescued in the 1980s by the fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Pierre Bergé . Today, it’s run as a non-profit operation bearing the couple’s name. Installation view of Jardin Majorelle: Who Are We? at Museé Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech. Photo: © Jaimal Odedra As part of the garden ’s 100th anniversary celebrations, a new show tracing its history is being staged in the adjoining Musée Yves Saint Laurent. It is curated by Alexis Sornin, the museum’s director, and the celebrated garden designer Madison Cox, who is also president of the Fondation Jardin Majorelle. The exhibition includes archival photographs, maps and historical documents relating to Marrakech and the garden, alongside a suite of unpublished sketches by Saint Laurent and the interior designer Bill Willis, who decorated San Laurent’s villa. To provide a bird’s-eye view of the estate, the wire-craft artist Monim Sabyh has also created a scale model in which each plant is made from hand-twisted gold thread. Olafur Eliasson: Your unexpected encounter Istanbul Modern, IstanbulUntil 9 February 2025 The Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson is best known for large-scale, immersive works that explore his deep and longstanding interest in perception, colour, light, geometry and the environment. Your unexpected encounter , Eliasson’s first solo show in Turkey, brings together around 40 works from across his three-decade career, which interact with their surroundings or require visitor participation to complete them. Olafur Eliasson (b. 1967), Dusk to dawn, Bosporus, 2024. Photo: Jens Ziehe. Courtesy of the artist; neugerriemschneider, Berlin; Tanya Bonakdar Gallery, New York / Los Angeles; © 2024 Olafur Eliasson Shown alongside iconic light installations are new works inspired by the Bosphorus and Istanbul Modern’s distinctive architecture. Look out for Your pluralistic coming together (2024) , a celebrated installation that casts cascading silhouettes across the wall when a visitor enters the space and passes through beams of light; and Room for one colour (1997) , which transports visitors into a monochrome world. The exhibition also includes sculptures, watercolours and a selection of artworks addressing the climate crisis, among them The glacier melt series 1999/2019 , which demonstrates the rate at which Iceland’s glaciers are retreating. Berni Searle: On Site Zeitz MOCAA, Cape TownUntil 2 March 2025 Cape Town’s Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, or Zeitz MOCAA, is turning over its second floor to a residency for one of the city’s foremost artists, Berni Searle. Searle is a local icon, celebrated for her photography and moving-image work — largely informed by the hangover from apartheid — in which she uses her own body to explore South Africa’s socio-political legacy. She received a UNESCO award in 1998, exhibited at the Venice Biennale in 2001 and 2005, is currently a professor at the University of Cape Town and features in Phaidon’s book Great Women Artists . Berni Searle (b. 1964), Enfold, from the Seeking Refuge series, 2008. Archival pigment ink on cotton rag paper. 102 x 144 cm. Photo: Tony Meintjes, assisted by Flora Barrow. Courtesy of the artist Across her eight-month stint at the museum, previous bodies of work will be on show, including her landmark Seeking Refuge and Colour Me series. Visitors can also stop by her on-site atelier, and watch her cook up new ideas for future installations. Namedropping Mona — Museum of Old and New Art, TasmaniaUntil 21 April 2025 For its latest show, Tasmania’s Mona, founded by the professional gambler David Walsh, has brought together 200 objects that collectively ask why we put certain things on a pedestal. Alongside artworks by Francis Bacon , Marcel Duchamp , Pablo Picasso , Andy Warhol and Jenny Holzer are an ancient Egyptian ancestor figure, a Mai mask from the Iatmul people of Papua New Guinea and a cricket bat owned by Walsh and signed by some of the biggest stars of the sport. Jenny Holzer (b. 1950), Untitled, from the Living Series, 1980-82. Courtesy of the artist and MONA; © Jenny Holzer The most talked about item, however, is the only copy in existence of Once Upon a Time in Shaolin — an album that the New York rap collective Wu-Tang Clan spent six years recording in secret. Legally, the owner, who paid several million dollars for it, can’t release it in public until 2103, but Mona has secured permission to play snippets to visitors for the first time. ‘We Mona curators aren’t scientists, but we do understand that status has served useful purposes in human societies over evolutionary time,’ says the museum’s senior research curator, Jane Clark. ‘In fact, competition both for mates and social position may be key to the very origins of human creativity.’ Nicolas Party Hoam Museum of Art, Yongin, South Korea3 September 2024 to 19 January 2025 The Swiss artist Nicolas Party only graduated from his MFA at Glasgow School of Art in 2009. Thanks to the instant recognisability of his surreal, colour-drenched, pastel-on-linen portraits, still lifes and landscapes, however, he has already had several important exhibitions in North America: the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts , the Dallas Museum of Ar t and the Hirshhorn Museum have each held solo shows his work. Installation view of L’heure mauve by Nicolas Party at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, 2022. © Nicolas Party, Photo: Jean-François Brière Now, more than 80 of Party’s works are going on show at the Hoam Museum of Art — around 40km south of Seoul, and originally opened in 1982 to house the personal collection of Samsung Group founder Lee Byung-Chull — for the artist’s first exhibition in South Korea. Its theme is the longevity and final extinction of nature and civilisation. Among the works will be five pastel murals drawn directly onto the gallery’s walls. These build on the artist’s recent practice of creating ‘environments’. Others include a mosaic installation in the swimming pool of Le Sirenuse hotel on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, and a 200ft-long mural adorning a hallway in Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Louise Bourgeois: I have been to hell and back. And let me tell you, it was wonderful Mori Art Museum, Tokyo25 September 2024 to 19 January 2025 Louise Bourgeois hasn’t had a solo show in Japan since 1997, but the Mori Art Museum in Tokyo is making up for it with a magnificent survey charting her extraordinary life and career. The exhibition, which is organised into three main chapters, explores Bourgeois’s relationship with her family, a life-long source of creative inspiration, as well as the enduring influence of certain traumatic events in her early childhood. It spans seven decades and includes around 100 artworks, more than half of which are being shown in Japan for the first time. Louise Bourgeois (1911-2010), The Runaway Girl, circa 1938. Oil, charcoal and pencil on canvas. 61 x 38.1 cm. Photo: Christopher Burke. © The Easton Foundation/Licensed by JASPAR and VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY Louise Bourgeois (1911-2010), Arch of Hysteria, 1993. Patina on bronze. 83.8 x 101.6 x 58.4 cm. Photo: Christopher Burke. © The Easton Foundation/Licensed by JASPAR and VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY Rarely seen early paintings made in New York between 1938 and 1948 will be shown alongside her skinny, totem-like figures known as Personnages (1946-49) and the later, larger sculptures depicting Bourgeois’s signature motif: the spider. Complementing these will be drawings, fabric works, installations and excerpts from the artist’s diaries, letters and writings. It will be a chance to see the scope of her creative output and to celebrate an artist of fabulous talent. Too Loud a Solitude: A Century of Pathfinding for Eastern Gouache Painting in Taiwan Taipei Fine Arts Museum, Taiwan12 October 2024 to 2 February 2025 Gouache painting — the art of delicately building up layers of pure mineral pigments mixed with gelatine on paper or silk — has a deeply politicised history in Taiwan. Introduced to the country after its annexation by Japan in 1895, the skill was initially known as nihonga (Japanese painting). Following the end of the colonial period, in 1946, it was relabelled guohua (national painting), which sparked a controversy about its origins that became known as the ‘Orthodox National Painting Dispute’. As a result, it was subsequently banned from government-run national exhibitions. Lin Chih-Chu (1917-2008), Recess, 1939. Gouache on Paper. 195.5 x 152 cm. Collection of Taipei Fine Arts Museum. Courtesy of Taipei Fine Arts Museum During the late 1970s, in order to distance themselves from ideological arguments, artists such as Lin Chih-Chu started calling their medium ‘glue painting’, then later ‘Eastern gouache painting’. It wasn’t until 1985 that the country’s art schools began to grant the technique formal recognition. A new show at Taipei Fine Arts Museum charts this fascinating history, while presenting some of the finest examples of Taiwanese gouache paintings created during the past 100 years, by Lin, Kuo Hsueh-Hu , Lu Tieh-Chou and others. Post-Impressionism: Beyond Appearances Louvre Abu Dhabi, UAE16 October 2024 to 9 February 2025 Presented in collaboration with the Musée d’Orsay in Paris, Post-Impressionism: Beyond Appearances focuses on a time of cultural upheaval between 1886 and 1905. It was a period when many European artists ⁠— most famously, Cezanne , Gauguin and Van Gogh — broke with the naturalism of Impressionism and sought alternative modes of expression. Their radical experimentations with simplified colours and definitive forms paved the way for avant-garde movements such as Fauvism, Expressionism and Cubism. The forthcoming show at the Louvre Abu Dhabi traces the evolution of these nascent artistic styles through more than 100 works by leading Post-Impressionists. Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890), Bedroom at Arles, 1889. Oil on canvas. 57.3 x 73.5 cm. Musée d’Orsay, Paris. Photo: © RMN-Grand Palais (Musée d’Orsay) — Hervé Lewandowski Among the star exhibits will be Van Gogh’s Bedroom at Arles (1889), one of three almost identical paintings depicting the artist’s bedroom in his house in the French town, where he set up his studio and lived from 1888. The version on display, which is the smallest of the three canvases, was painted as a gift for his family. Of the bold, colourful composition, he wrote in a letter to his brother Theo: ‘I wanted to express utter repose with all these very different colours.’ Magritte Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney26 October 2024 to 9 February 2025 Australia’s first major exhibition of René Magritte offers a comprehensive overview of his life and art. It features more than 100 works, from his first avant-garde and commercial paintings of the 1920s to his groundbreaking Surrealist compositions exploring the link between the subconscious and the external world. René Magritte (1898-1967), L’heureux donateur (The Happy Donor), 1966. Oil on canvas. 55.3 x 46.4 cm. Musée d’Ixelles, Brussels. © Copyright Agency, Sydney 2024. Photo: Musée d’Ixelles, Brussels In some of these, objects are undergoing a transformation, depicted as they change from one state or identity to another. In others, Magritte’s signature motifs and symbols — such as tobacco pipes, apples, bowler hats and eggs — are presented in absurd scenarios, challenging our logical perception. One such work in the show is The False Mirror from 1929, which depicts an eye filled with fluffy clouds in a powder-blue sky. The exhibition also includes celebrated late works and rarely seen photographs, films and archival materials that shine a light on the lesser-known aspects of his practice. Shown together, they reveal Magritte’s subversive humour, innovative artistic vision and profound influence on visual culture today. Ellsworth Kelly at 100 M7, Doha, Qatar31 October 2024 to 13 February 2025 Born in 1923 in New York, Ellsworth Kelly would go on to become one of America’s foremost Colour Field painters. For more than six decades, he created works featuring bright colours and simple geometric forms that challenged the traditional relationship between artist, object and viewer. ‘I have worked to free shape from its ground, and then to work the shape so that it has a definite relationship to the space around it,’ he once said. Ellsworth Kelly (1923-2015), Painting for a White Wall, 1952. Oil on canvas, five joined panels. Glenstone Museum, Potomac, Maryland. © Ellsworth Kelly Foundation. Photo: Ron Amstutz In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Kelly’s birth, M7 in Qatar is staging the artist’s first retrospective in the Middle East. Visitors will embark on a journey from his early days as a burgeoning artist in post-war Paris, through to his final years as a pioneer of modern art in New York. The exhibition brings together around 70 works, including little-known photographs, drawings, works on paper and large-scale paintings from his Chatham Series (1971) . It also features Yellow Curve (1990), his first floor-based painting, which blurs the boundaries between painting, sculpture and installation. Other notable highlights include Painting for a White Wall (1952) and Painting in Three Panels (1956), in which Kelly pared the medium down to its simplest form. Luc Tuymans: The Past UCCA, Beijing16 November 2024 to 16 February 2025 The Belgian painter Luc Tuymans came to prominence in the 1980s with his figurative paintings based on pre-existing imagery drawn from diverse sources, including Northern Renaissance painting, films and photographs. Luc Tuymans (b. 1958), Morning Sun, 2003. Oil on canvas, 156 x 180 cm. © Luc Tuymans, courtesy the artist and David Zwirner Tuymans’s paintings are characterised by a muted palette, choppy brushstrokes and blurred subjects that create a sense of intrigue and uneasiness in the viewer. His works have influenced many of his peers as well as subsequent generations of artists, including many in China who discovered his work in the 1990s. ML Staff. Content/image courtesy of Christies. Click here  for the latest Christies auctions

The Miami Dolphins announced they have released defensive tackle Teair Tart . Tart signed with Miami on April 8, 2024. He has played in 47 NFL games with 36 starts in his career, spending time with Tennessee (2020-23) and Houston (2023). He began his career as an undrafted college free agent with Tennessee on May 7, 2020. Tart has recorded 79 tackles (49 solo), 2.5 sacks, one interception, seven passes defensed and one fumble recovery. Tart played collegiately at Florida International. By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of Miami Dolphins

After recently completing a major course renovation, Lemon Bay Golf Club played host to the 2024 Summer Mixed Team Championship. Fifty-two teams teed it up in hopes of conquering Lemon Bay's undulating greens and becoming the 2024 Summer Mixed Team Champion. Championship Division Lemon Bay Golf Club proved to be a tough challenge in the first round as the challengin green complexes kept the leaders close to par. At the end of day's play the team of Darin Hovis and Ailsa Clark would put together a solid round of 4-under par, 67 to take the lead. Hovis and Clark's round was highlighted by a combined 7 birdies and even included a triple bogey on the difficult par-4, third hole. This was enough however for a one shot lead heading into Sunday. Close on their heels however, was the duo of RJ Nakashian and Kristin Bell at 3-under par. Nakashian, a two time Championship winner already in 2024, would be sure to put up a good fight with Bell on Sunday.  Round 2's conditions were much of the same from round 1 with pristine greens and little wind. No strangers to FSGA Championships, the team of Carl Santos-Ocampo and Kim Benedict would take advantage of those conditions to vault into second place, 1 shot back of the lead heading into the back nine. The pair would combine nicely on the back nine making birdies on holes 10, 11, 13, 14 and 15 to get to 8-under par on the day and 10-under par for the Championship. "The hole was big today" remarked Benedict on their team's putting and final round 63. The round 1 leaders Darin Hovis and Ailsa Clark would continue to play consistent golf but could not convert a number of short birdies in their final round. The pair would finish as runners-up at 6-under par after rounds of 67-69. Forward Division One team would separate themselves from the rest on day 1 in the Forward Division. The pair of Nelson DeBow and Roberta DeBow would open up their bid for the title with a stellar round of 2-under par, 69. With the only sub-par round in the Forward Division, the DeBow duo would carry a four-shot lead into the final round over the teams of Michael Rowles/Jessica Rowles and David Tassell/Kim Tassell. Things would change at the top during round 2 as David Tassell and Kim Tassell would come out of the gate firing. The Tassell team would play their first nine holes in 4-under par, highlighted by an eagle 3 on the par 5, 16th hole. This would vault them to the top of the leaerboard, a position that they would hold onto at the conclusion of play. Their final round of 5-under par, 66 would be the low round of the tournament in the Forward division and would put the Jupiter natives at 3-under par for the tournament. Three shots further back at even par would be the teams of Michael and Jessica Rowles and Nelson and Roberta DeBow. The Rowles' would take the runner-up position on the scorecard match with the DeBow's rounding out the top 3. Championship Net 1. Courtney Johnson / Jake Johnson – 130 (-12) 2. Kassandra Walton / Christopher Walton – 134 (-8) Forward Net 1. Angela Walker / Brent Walker – 131 (-11) 2. Becky Barstow / Matthew Ligay – 134 (-8) By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of FSGA

Barquita is a high-end beach and lifestyle brand specializing in swim and loungewear. Founded in 2022 in Los Angeles, Barquita is designed for kids, by kids, with their motto being “good vibes under the sun.” The brand offers a blend of comfort, convenience, and color to create the ultimate beachwear, offered in various styles and patterns including summer-inspired fruits, tropical flowers, and colorful animal prints. Barquita swimsuits are specially crafted with SPF 50+ UV Protection with some longer sleeve options, and bright and bold patterns, making it a safe swimwear for parents to buy. The brand also has loungewear including tees and ponchos, with some matching pieces for adults. Sizing ranges from 2T to 14/16 for kids and Small to XL for adults. Their unique patterns include: The Piña Collection The Frutas Collection The Breezy Collection The Tropicali Collection The Paloma Collection The Chili Out Collection The Panthera Collection The Flora Blora Collection The Fun Birds Collection Barquita is fresh off the runway at the 2024 Miami Swim Week, with their sights set on appearing on the New York Fashion Week main runway this fall. The June 2nd show featured children and adults modeling looks from Barquita’s entire catalog, including various bathing suit styles and prints. Demonstrating the versatility of Barquita clothing, designing pieces that can be swiftly transitioned from swimwear to loungewear and daytime pool fun to evening bonfires, the brand solidified its position as a premium beachwear staple. You can discover Barquita at pop-ups and events across the country. The brand has recently partnered with Flowers Sea Swim in The Cayman Islands and Soho Houses in Austin, Nashville, Los Angeles, and Miami to create unique and unforgettable events. For further information and to purchase items online, visit: www.shopbarquita.com . To follow along socially, visit @shopbarquita on Instagram . By ML staff. Images courtesy of Barquita and Thomas Concordia.

USTA hosted two of the most prestigious junior tournaments in the first week of August. The USTA Billie Jean King Girls’ 16s & 18s National Championships took place in San Diego, California, while the USTA Boys’ 16s & 18s National Championship were held in Kalamazoo, Michigan.   Many of Florida’s top junior players were competing in this week-long tournament, that featured both Singles and Doubles play. With the best junior tennis athletes in the world competing, the matches were very intense. Akasha Urhobo, from Florida, was a strong competitor at the National Championship. photo Courtesy of J. Fred Sidhu / Barnes Tennis Center There was a lot on the line for the competitors in both the Girls’ and Boys’ draws, as their placement could secure them a spot in the US Open Main and Junior Draws. Winners and top performers of the earned wildcards into various tournaments:  B/G18 Singles Champion – US Open Main Draw Singles  B/G18 Doubles Champions – US Open Main Draw Doubles (required to play with same partner)  G18 Singles Finalist – US Open Qualifying Singles, US Open Juniors Main Draw Singles, one Women’s USTA W35 Main Draw Singles  G18 Singles 3rd place – US Open Juniors Main Draw Singles, one Women’s USTA W35 qualifying singles  G18 Singles 4th place – US Open Juniors Qualifying Singles  G18 Singles 5th place – US Open Juniors Qualifying Singles  B/G16 Singles Champion – US Open Juniors Main Draw Singles  G16 Singles Finalist – 16s Orange Bowl Main Draw Singles  G16 Singles 3rd place – Junior ITF J60 main draw singles  G16 Singles 4th place – Junior ITF J60 qualifying singles  G16 Singles 5th place – Junior ITF J30 qualifying singles  Florida’s top talent gave it everything they had, with some securing a spot at the US Open.  Two Florida Girls Win Big   Photo Courtesy of J. Fred Sidhu / Barnes Tennis Center In the Girls’ 18s, Tyra Caterina Grant (Miami Beach) teamed up with the Jovic Iva (Southern California), who ended up winning the Girls’ 18s Singles Draw. This duo was the top seed in doubles, and they played like it all week long. In their first match, the girls won without dropping a game, and in their second match, they won in dominant fashion again.   The quarterfinals are when Tyra and Jovic ran into their toughest challenge. Taking on fellow Florida competitor Sophia Webster (Bonita Springs) and her partner Ashton Bowers (Midwest), these four put on a great showing of tennis. Sophia and Ashton stuck first, winning the opening set 6-4 following a break. However, Tyra and Jovic battled right back, winning the next set in a convincing 6-2 score. The tiebreaker set was close to start, but Tyra and Jovic ran away with it to win 10-4.  Riding this momentum, they won their semifinal match over the third seed in Alanis Hamilton (Texas) and Kayla Chung (Southern California) in a 6-4, 6-3 score. The championship match was no different, and in one of their best matches of the weekend, Tyra and Jovic won 6-2, 6-0 over Florida’s Victora Osuigwe (Bradenton) and Maya Iyengar (Southwest). Tyra’s win secured her a wildcard in the US Open Doubles Main Draw with Jovic. Victoria, alongside Maya had a phenomenal weekend and will be names to look out for in the future.   Tyra and Jovic earned a wildcard spot at the US Open.Photo Courtesy of Lexie Wanninger / USTA Southern California Florida’s other winner came in the Girls’ 16s, where Ishika Ashar (Boca Raton) took down top talent to secure her spot in the US Open Juniors Draw. She entered the draw seeded outside of the top 16, but that didn’t matter to her at all. In her first three matches, Ishika came out strong, winning breaks and taking all the matches in convincing fashion.  Things got tough for Ishika in the Round of 16, where she faced the third seeded Isabelle DeLuccia (Eastern). The girls delivered a great match, and Ishika showed a lot of perseverance. They traded games in the opening set, leading to a tiebreaker, where Isabelle edged out a 7-3 win. Not letting that affect her, Ishika bounced back taking the second set with ease 6-1. She would ride that momentum into the third set and secured another 6-1 win to move to the quarterfinals.  Ishika Ashar played well all week long.Photo Courtesy of J. Fred Sidhu / Barnes Tennis Center Ishika dominated her next match, and in the semifinals, she took down Lyla Middleton (Southwest) in a 6-3, 7-5 match. This set up a date with Nicole Weng (Southern California) for the championship. Both girls had been battling all week and they left it all on the courts. Ishika got first blood, taking the opening set in a close 7-5 manner. She carried that to the second set and cemented her win with a 6-2 victory to win the Billie Jean King National Championship.  Other Top Finishes from Junior National Championships   Outside of the winners, USTA Florida athletes had a ton to be proud of. In the Girls’ 18s Singles, Akasha Urhobo (Fort Lauderdale) took home third place and earned a wildcard into the US Open Juniors Main Draw.  In the Girls’ 16s Doubles, Sara Shumate (Bradenton Beach) and her partner Bella Payne (Bradenton) played phenomenal together, taking down some of the best in the country. In the end, they fell just short, finishing runner-up in the draw.  Bella Payne had a great finish in the Girls’ 16s Draw.Photo Courtesy of J. Fred Sidhu / Barnes Tennis Center In the Boys’s 16s, the duo of Noah Bayon (Gainesville) and William Freshwater (Naples) had a good week and finished in fourth place for Doubles. Finally, Jack Satterfield (Tampa), a Bobby Curtis winner received the Dr. Allen B Stowe Sportsmanship Award for the Boys’ 18s as he displayed outstanding sportsmanship throughout the tournament.  All in all, it was a great showing from Florida junior players on the National stage and the section is excited to watch some of these athletes compete at the US Open.  Results of Top Performers at USTA Junior National Championships   Girls 18s   Tyra Caterina Grant, Miami Beach, Doubles Champion  Victoria Osuigwe, Bradenton, Doubles Finalist  Akasha Urhobo, Fort Lauderdale, Singles Third Place  Girls 16s   Ishika Ashar, Boca Raton, Singles Champion   Sara Shumate, Bradenton Beach/Bella Payne, Bradenton, Doubles Finalists  Boys 16s   Noah Bayon, Gainesville/William Freshwater, Naples, Doubles Fourth Place  By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of USTA Florida. Support the USTA Florida by becoming a member today.

Taylor Swift’s Eras’ Tour concerts in Vienna, scheduled for August 8–10, have been cancelled  due to a foiled terrorist plot. The events were expected to draw around 65,000 attendees each night. Scott A Garfitt/AP Two suspects have been arrested. The main suspect is a 19-year-old Austrian citizen who is believed to have pledged allegiance to Islamic State last month. Authorities found chemical substances in his possession and noted that he had been radicalised online. The other suspect was arrested in Vienna. Concerts have always been prime targets for terrorists seeking to inflict maximum harm. This was tragically underscored by the attack on Crocus City Hall in Moscow in March. Four terrorists associated with IS carried out a coordinated attack involving mass shootings, slashing, and incendiary devices, resulting in 145 deaths and more than 551 injuries. Concerts as terror targets From 1996 to 2020, at least 33 cases of attempted or executed terror attacks targeting concerts have been recorded globally. These attacks have claimed an estimated 263 lives. In nearly 70% of these cases, bombings and explosions were the primary method of attack, while firearms were used in almost 24% of the cases. The use of relatively primitive explosive devices, such as hand grenades, was reported in at least eight cases. The most fatal terrorist attacks on concert venues in history include: November 13 2015, Paris : the Bataclan theatre attack by the Islamic State of Iraq resulted in 90 deaths. This incident was part of a coordinated series of attacks across Paris, which left 130 people dead in total. October 1 2017, Las Vegas : an alleged anti-government extremist opened fire on attendees of the Route 91 Harvest music festival from a hotel room, killing 58 people and injuring more than 850. This remains the deadliest mass shooting in modern US history. May 22 2017, Manchester : a suicide bomber affiliated with IS detonated an explosive device at the end of an Ariana Grande concert, killing 22 people and injuring more than 500. Given this history, it’s not surprising Austrian authorities decided to cancel the concerts. The three shows were supposed to take place at Ernst Happel Stadium in Vienna. MAX SLOVENCIK/EPA Avoiding tragic deja vu The demographic targeted in the alleged terror plot in Vienna is reminiscent of the 2017 Manchester Arena attack . The typical profile of Ariana Grande concertgoers, especially during the “Dangerous Woman Tour” when the Manchester attack occurred, included a large proportion of young fans, many of whom were teenagers or even younger children. The audience was mostly female and often included families, with parents accompanying their children. Among the 22 people killed in Manchester, the youngest victim was an 8-year-old girl. Several other children and teenagers lost their lives. An attack at a Taylor Swift concert could have inflicted similar damage and resulted in a comparable tragedy. One of the victims of the Manchester Arena attack was 29-year-old Martyn Hett . Martyn’s mother became a prominent advocate for counterterrorism measures in the aftermath of the attack. Her efforts and campaigning resulted in the development of “ Martyn’s Law ” in the UK. This law aims to improve security at public venues by mandating better preparedness and response strategies to prevent similar terror attacks. Growing radicalisation Australia recently raised its terror threat level , a decision reaffirmed by incidents this latest incident in Austria. One of the likely indicators used by ASIO to assess the threat level is the global security atmosphere, including existing and potential threats identified in other parts of the world. The interconnected nature of global terrorism means threats abroad can have implications for our national security. This is further highlighted by the recent foiled terror plots ahead of the Paris Olympics , which were largely motivated by ideological extremism and encouraged by global terrorist networks. In the months leading up to the games, French authorities reportedly thwarted at least two terror plots aimed at the Games. In late April, a 16-year-old was arrested after announcing plans to carry out a suicide bombing. More recently, an 18-year-old was detained for allegedly plotting an attack at a soccer stadium in Saint-Etienne, inspired by Islamist ideologies. IS, particularly its Afghanistan-based affiliate Islamic State – Khorasan Province (IS–KP), had called on its supporters to attack European sporting events this summer, including the Olympics. ASIO Chief Mike Burgess has warned about a rise in youth radicalisation and violent extremism. Mick Tsikas/AAP ASIO Chief Mike Burgess has emphasised more young Australians are being radicalised through the internet, which he describes as a “ the world’s most potent incubator of extremism ”. He’s highlighted that the online ecosystem has facilitated the spread of extremist ideologies, conspiracies, and misinformation, making young people particularly vulnerable to radicalisation. This trend has been exacerbated by global events and conflicts, which have intensified grievances and fuelled extremist views. Burgess has noted that there has been a resurgence in minors embracing violent extremism, with recent cases involving individuals as young as 14. The above examples are case in point. What does this mean for Australians? First, it reaffirms that our intelligence agencies are ahead of these trends, closely monitoring what’s happening here and around the world. This is cause for reassurance. It also alerts us that the elevated terror threat level is for a reason, and the call for heightened vigilance is justified. It shows Australia’s commitment to a proactive approach in safety and security, staying ahead of potential risks before they materialise and taking mitigating measures. It’s important to remember that countering terrorism is a shared responsibility between the government, the private sector and the community. While the current terror threat level is no cause for anxiety or suspicion of one another or any communities, it is crucial to remember that community-level vigilance remains a powerful tool in the fight against terrorism. By ML Staff. Image Courtesy of Milad Haghani Senior Lecturer of Urban Mobility, Public Safety & Disaster Risk, UNSW Sydney. Special thanks to The Conversation .

Gary Nader Art Centre is proud to announce its role as an Official Sponsor of the 25th  Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® set to take place on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the Kaseya Center in Miami. Emilio Estefan, Music Producer, Lili Estefan, Gary Nader, Founder of the Gary Nader Art Centre, and Noah Nader. This highly anticipated event marks a significant milestone as the Latin GRAMMY Awards® return to Miami after several years, a success made possible by the vision and tireless efforts of Gary Nader, Founder of the Gary Nader Art Centre. The Gary Nader Art Centre is also Co-Presenter of the 2024 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year™.  Gary Nader, renowned for his dedication to promoting art and culture in Miami, has long advocated for the return of the Latin GRAMMY Awards® to this vibrant city. His commitment to Latin culture and his passion for elevating Miami's artistic scene have been instrumental in achieving this goal. Manuel Abud, CEO Latin GRAMMY and Gary Nader, Founder of the Gary Nader Art Centre. "I am incredibly proud and excited to see the Latin GRAMMYs return to Miami for their 25th edition. I am deeply grateful to The Latin Recording Academy for following and embracing my vision, recognizing Miami’s unique cultural significance. Their commitment and passion have been instrumental in bringing the Latin GRAMMYs back to Miami, where they rightfully belong. For years, I advocated for this prestigious event to come back to our city, believing that Miami, with its rich and diverse Latin culture, is the perfect home for the Latin GRAMMYs. I also want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, my brother and dear friend, producer Emilio Estefan, and everyone who supported my vision and worked tirelessly to make it a reality," said Gary Nader. Emilio Estefan, legendary music producer and an iconic figure in Latin music, also shared his excitement about this historic event: "Celebrating 25 years of the Latin GRAMMYs is a significant achievement, and being part of it has been a true honor. It is a privilege to showcase our music to the world and to see so many people continue to support everyone involved with The Academy, who have been incredible for so many years. I also want to congratulate my dear friend, Gary Nader. Although he is not a musician, he supports music. That’s what we need: people who support our community and our culture." This sponsorship underscores Gary Nader Art Centre's on going commitment to promoting Latin American culture and art and its role as a cornerstone in Miami's artistic community. As the city prepares to welcome the biggest stars in Latin music, Gary Nader Art Centre is proud to be a part of this historic celebration as a Co-Presenting Partner. For more information about Gary Nader Art Centre and its involvement in the Latin GRAMMY Awards®, please visit www.garynader.com . Follow us on Instagram (@garynader), and use #GaryNaderArtCentre on all popular social media platforms. More on Gary Nader Art Centre The Gary Nader Art Centre, located in Miami's Wynwood Arts District, is one of the most prestigious and succesful galleries in the world. Renowned for its focus on Latin American art, the center has achieved international acclaim for its innovative exhibitions and its role in promoting the region's rich artistic heritage. The gallery hosts a wide range of solo and group exhibitions, featuring works by celebrated artists such as Basquiat, Botero, Chagall, Cruz-Diez, Dubuffet, Kahlo, Picasso, Rivera, Lam, Warhol, and many others. As the world’s largest gallery, spanning 55,000 square feet, the Gary Nader Art Centre includes an exhibition gallery, the Nader Museum, and an upcoming Sculpture Park. This Sculpture Park, set to open in the vibrant Miami Design District, will offer a unique outdoor exhibition space that enhances the gallery’s diverse offerings. With a private collection of over 2,000 pieces from the 20th and 21st centuries, the center showcases the richness of modern and contemporary art. Founded by Gary Nader in 1985, the gallery has become a cornerstone of Miami's art scene. Nader’s vision and dedication have been pivotal in establishing the gallery’s global reputation and its impact on the international art community. For more information, please visit GaryNader.com .  Noah Nader, Nelson Albareda, CEO Loud & Live, Daniella Levine Cava, Miami Dade County's Mayor, Gary Nader, Founder of the Gary Nader Art Centre, Fernando Castellar, Owner & Founder, Buena Vista Music and Christian Ulvert, Founder of EDGE Communications. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Gary Nader Art

Travelers increasingly prioritize sustainability, and every choice has less environmental impact. Car rentals, a significant factor in travel, present a chance to make environmentally friendly decisions. More sustainable transportation choices are available, even in Dubai, a city known for its luxury. Today, Trinity Rental Car  company provides eco-friendly options due to increased public awareness of environmental concerns. It ensures ethical exploration without sacrificing your Dubai experience. Why Opt for Trinity? Trinity Rental takes the concept of vehicle rentals and makes them an integral part of your luxurious vacation. Let’s look at the most important reasons why you should choose it: You may choose the ideal vehicle from the extensive collection of over 60 well-maintained cars. The company presents the newest models for 2023, too. The no-deposit policy prioritizes your convenience so you may concentrate on the journey. You may take advantage of higher daily mileage allowances of 300 kilometers, complete insurance coverage, VAT, and toll road taxes – all included in the initial price. A complimentary full gas tank is given at the time of car pickup. You may select from various safe payment alternatives, such as cash, Mastercard, Visa, and cryptocurrency. Committed managers are available to help. Their steadfast assistance guarantees a simple and easy rental experience from booking to return. Customized car delivery service offers convenience. Trinity brings the automobile of your choice straight to you at the airport, business, hotel, or other specified destination. You may get a car with a driver. This option is a nice alternative for those who are not in the mood for driving. Trinity Car Rental allows you to see Dubai from another perspective. Prestige vehicles facilitate your journey and make you stand out on the road. Sustainable Rental Options Available The travel industry embraces sustainability and provides eco-friendly solutions for eco-conscious customers in the automobile rental market. Here are a few notable developments: Electric and hybrid cars. The increasing number of electric and hybrid vehicles in rental fleets is a significant advancement. Comparing these environmentally friendly options to conventional gas-powered automobiles, the former minimizes their environmental influence by producing fewer pollutants. Luxurious yet effective. Thanks to technological developments, premium cars prioritize fuel economy without compromising comfort or beauty. These vehicles frequently use fuel-efficient technology, making them more abundant and less environmentally harmful. Holistic sustainability. Car rental firms in Dubai are integrating eco-friendly operations and using environmentally friendly cars. Some businesses are engaging in responsible recycling initiatives and using renewable energy sources at their facilities, and regular maintenance guarantees efficient operation and low emissions.  Trinity aims to deliver a smooth and environmentally friendly premium automobile rental service. Their carefully chosen inventory of VIP cars and commitment to ethical business methods guarantee that you may drive in comfort and contribute to environmental preservation. Maximizing Your Electric Vehicle Road Trip Make sure you carefully plan your journey and discover recharge stations ahead of time. Many hotels provide on-site charging facilities, so ask your preferred lodging about the availability. Moreover, remember that the best way to maximize battery performance is to drive composedly and cautiously. When possible, use coasting tactics; after you stop, continue to accelerate gently. Studies have shown that driving smoothly can boost productivity by as much as 30%.  Moreover, frequent stops and starts might shorten battery life, so consider the traffic patterns there, particularly around rush hour. Develop a strategy for your activities to avoid clogged Dubai roadways during these hours. The Benefits of Renting an Eco-Friendly Vehicle An environmentally friendly automobile rental choice has several benefits beyond just making you feel good about yourself. It also helps the environment we share. Let’s touch on the most important perks of driving an eco-friendly, exotic vehicle: Minimized environmental impact. Cars considered environmentally friendly, such as electric and hybrid automobiles, produce less pollution. It means less greenhouse gas emissions, essential in the fight against climate change, and cleaner air, especially in metropolitan areas. Improved fuel economy. Rental cars with an eye on the environment are frequently designed with increased fuel economy in mind. It results in considerable gas cost savings for your journeys, allowing you to stretch your budget further and reducing your reliance on fossil fuels. Choosing environmentally friendly automobile rentals is one way to support businesses that actively uphold sustainable practices. By encouraging the automobile rental sector to keep investing in sustainable practices, we can open the door to more environmentally friendly mobility in the future. Aligning with environmental ideals. It gives you the peace of mind that comes with knowing you've made a decision that aligns with your environmental ideals. Moreover, it advances the cause of a more sustainable future. In conclusion, renting an environmentally friendly and elite vehicle presents a win-win situation. You can minimize your environmental effects while enjoying the car's ease and independence. So, the next time you vacation in Dubai, consider adopting sustainable driving practices to help the environment. You may rent a car in Dubai and select from a range of electric and hybrid vehicles that meet your needs for style and performance without sacrificing your environmental commitment with many Dubai local companies. With their cars, you may enjoy the rush of operating a top-tier vehicle while reducing your ecological footprint. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Trinity Rental Car

teven G. Lavely is a personal injury attorney in Bradenton, Florida, and a Florida Bar Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, a distinction held by less than two percent of Florida lawyers. He is also recognized as a Florida Super Lawyer, a title given to less than five percent of lawyers in the state. Lavely has a perfect 10 out of 10 rating on AVVO and is a member of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America. Lavely emphasizes the importance of his Florida Bar Board Certification, which demonstrates his commitment to achieving a high level of expertise in civil trial law. This certification ensures that he is well-equipped to handle cases in court if necessary, with extensive training and experience in litigation. Outside of work, Lavely is married with three children and enjoys sports, particularly golf, where he maintains a single-digit handicap. His office reflects a family-oriented atmosphere. Overview 39 years of experience Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Insurance Claims ... Florida Practice Areas Criminal Law - Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes DUI & DWI Insurance Claims - Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance Nursing Home Abuse Personal Injury - Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death Traffic Tickets - Suspended License Contact Law Office of Steven G. Lavely Blog By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Law Office of Steven G. Lavely

Michael Camadeco is an experienced attorney at Titan Law Firm, specializing in criminal defense, particularly DUI cases in Southwest Florida. He has a deep understanding of DUI science, law, and procedures, which he applies to effectively defend his clients. In addition to criminal defense, Michael also handles personal injury cases, recognizing the impact these incidents can have on individuals' lives. With years of experience, he and his team at Titan Law Firm are committed to supporting clients through the complexities of personal injury claims. In 2020, Michael received the Top 40 Under 40 Award from The American Institute of Trial Lawyers, highlighting his dedication to his clients. Contact Titan Law Firm to see how Michael and his team can assist with your case. Overview Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury ... Florida Practice Areas Criminal Law - Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes DUI & DWI Personal Injury - Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death Domestic Violence - Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders Traffic Tickets - Suspended License Juvenile Law Cannabis & Marijuana Law - Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana White Collar Crime Contact Titan Law, PLLC. Blog By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Titan Law, PLLC.

William T. Harmon is a tax professional with multiple licenses, including ESQ, CPA, MBA, and EA. He helps taxpayers resolve their tax debt with the IRS by providing a comprehensive approach to address all aspects of the issue. He prepares and files unfiled tax returns and works to find the best solution for managing tax liabilities. His services include IRS Collection Appeals, Offer in Compromise, IRS Audit Assistance, Payroll Trust Fund Recovery, Penalty Abatement, Installment Agreements, Currently Non-Collectible Status, Joint Tax Liability Relief, Wage Garnishments, Tax Levies, and Tax Liens. Overview Tax Law Florida Practice Areas Tax Law - Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits Currently Not Collectible Status Installment Agreements IRS Assessment IRS Audit Joint Liability Relief Offers In Compromise Payroll Trust & Recovery Funds Tax Levy Tax Lien Penalty Abatement Unfiled Tax Returns & SFR Returns Wage Garnishment Contact Harmon Tax Resolution, LLC Blog By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Harmon Tax Resolution, LLC

Phil Rarick is an attorney with 30 years of experience in private and public legal work. His practice focuses on estate planning (wills and trusts), asset protection, probate, and business law. He integrates asset protection with estate planning to help clients protect their wealth and gain tax advantages. He is an active member of the Elder Law Section and the Real Property, Probate, and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar. He writes and edits the Miami Trusts & Probate Alert newsletter and blog, and has authored several guides, including "Florida Asset Protection," "Florida Probate Quick Reference Guide," and "Understanding Living Trusts for Florida Residents." Rarick is a past President of the Miami Lakes Bar Association and has served as a Director since its founding in 2005. Rarick is married to Nancy C. Rarick and has three children: Ashley, Joshua, and Hannah. He was involved in community activities as a youth basketball and soccer coach in Miami Lakes and Weston for over 13 years. Originally from Indiana, Rarick earned his undergraduate degree from Indiana University, Bloomington, and his J.D. from Indiana University Law School, Indianapolis. He served as counsel to the National Association of Attorneys General from 1983 to 1987 and is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court. Overview 30 years of experience Estate Planning, Business Law, Probate ... Florida, Indiana, Virginia Practice Areas Estate Planning - Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills Business Law - Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes Probate - Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests Tax Law - Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits, Tax Planning Elder Law Contact Rarick, Beskin & Bowden Gold, P.A. Blog By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Rarick, Beskin & Bowden Gold, P.A.