American Heritage Schools, the top-ranked Private K-12 School in Florida according to Niche, is pleased to announce that 15 students from the Class of 2024 (eight from the Broward Campus and seven from the Palm Beach Campus) have been nominated for the Presidential Scholars award. The U.S. Presidential Scholars program is the nation’s most prestigious recognition for distinguished graduating high school seniors. The two campuses of American Heritage Schools account for 12% of all Presidential Scholar Candidates in the state of Florida. The Broward campus is the No. 1 school in Florida with the highest number of Presidential Scholar candidates. The Palm Beach Campus is the No. 1 school in Palm Beach County and the No. 2 school in Florida with the highest number of Presidential Scholar candidates. “Being a presidential scholar is an extraordinary academic achievement, and we are immensely proud of our students who have earned this prestigious honor,” said Dr. Doug Laurie, president of American Heritage Schools. “It reflects their dedication, intellect, and commitment to excellence and serves as a testament to their hard work and determination.” The United States Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964 by Executive Order of the President to recognize and honor some of our Nation's most distinguished graduating high school seniors. In 1979, the program was extended to recognize students who demonstrate exceptional talent in the visual, creative, and performing arts. In 2015, the program was again extended to recognize students who demonstrate ability and accomplishment in career and technical education fields. Approximately 500 students will be named semifinalists and forwarded to the Commission for further review. In April, the Commission on Presidential Scholars will review the applications and select 161 outstanding students to receive the nation’s highest scholastic honor. Students are selected based on their academic success, artistic excellence, essays, school evaluations, and transcripts, as well as evidence of community service, leadership, and demonstrated commitment to high ideals. The students from American Heritage Schools who have been named candidates include: Broward Campus: Ethan Brady, Weston resident Yana Danzig, Davie resident Cayden Forman, Weston resident Ellaheh Gohari, Pembroke Pines resident Taeyoung Kim, Davie resident Rithvik Marri, Weston resident Kaushal Vedula, Pembroke Pines resident Aaron Zhang, Weston resident Palm Beach Campus: Drake Austin, Boca Raton resident Jesse Brodtman, Wellington resident Daniel Crum, Boca Raton resident Bradley Frishman, Boca Raton resident Isidoro Lapidot, Royal Palm Beach resident Rayan Rahmani, Boca Raton resident Ryan Rao, Boca Raton resident U.S. Presidential Scholars are honored for their accomplishments during the National Recognition Program in Washington D.C. each June. To commemorate their achievement, the Scholars are awarded the Presidential Scholars Medallion during a White House-sponsored ceremony. For more information about the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program and American Heritage Schools, please visit: https://www.ahschool.com/presidential-scholars-2024 By ML Staff. Image courtesy of American Heritage Schools

It's Women's History Month so we're bringing awareness to a local woman-owned luxury accessories brand that produces sustainable and ethically-made leather bags and accessories using exotic skins from invasive and overpopulated species to save ecosystems in danger around the world. The brand is ushering in a new age of minimalism, individuality and conscious fashion, with a focus on creating thoughtful investment pieces and elevated staples. From Sea to Chic - Meet Piper & Skye In 2015 Joanna MacDonald founded responsible luxury accessory brand Piper & Skye, which makes sustainable luxury handbags from exotic skins of invasive or overpopulated species. Before launching the company, MacDonald studied at the London College of Fashion, broadening her knowledge of luxury accessory design. She started her career as a human resource professional in agricultural manufacturing, but her entrepreneurial spirit contributed to her pivot into fashion design, specifically luxury handbags. She credits this career change in part to her late grandmother, who, at an early age, taught her the feeling a woman has when carrying a piece of fashion on her arm, especially when it was created with a genuine purpose. This purpose has driven MacDonald’s deep-rooted understanding and appreciation for inclusion, transparency and responsibility within Piper & Skye. Under Joanna’s careful guidance, Piper & Skye has achieved a transparent supply chain, using artisans to develop ethically made, sustainable goods with a lower carbon footprint than traditional leather. With a dedication to raising the bar for luxury, MacDonald is constantly innovating the brand’s products and direction with a genuine concern for people and the planet and a responsibility for both internal and external stakeholders. She infuses philanthropic efforts with every initiative, specifically supporting survivors of domestic abuse, human trafficking and homelessness. MacDonald believes the future of luxury goods lies in being environmentally conscious and sustainable, something she has been passionate about developing and innovating for years. By ML Stafff. Photo credit: Piper & Skye

Alyssa Morgan, a top-producing real estate agent and founder of Miami Beach-based real estate company The Inside Network, is pleased to announce her partnership with Development Marketing Team (DMT) to lead sales and marketing for Solina Bay Harbor, a new boutique 9-unit building located in Miami-Dade’s luxurious Bay Harbor Islands. Brooklyn, New York-based RedHoek+Partners, led by Lee Cohen, has tapped The Inside Network and DMT to spearhead sales and marketing efforts for the development, which offers a curated selection of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, ranging from 1,400 to 2,600 square feet. Anticipated completion is Q4 of 2025. Pricing for the residences starts at $1.445 million. Solina Bay Harbor, located at 1055 93rd St, Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154, is the second new development in Bay Harbor Islands that Morgan has worked with since launching The Inside Network in Q4 2022. In continued partnership with Alyssa Soto Brody, Esq. of DMT — a highly successful data-driven real estate sales and marketing brokerage born out of Manhattan, New York and specializing in new developments — Morgan is leveraging the New York to Miami network. She has built a strategic sales team, including Jaime Blatt of The Inside Network. Solina Bay Harbor, situated in an ultimate urban oasis, is fully finished and move-in ready. It features an artistic architectural design and offers nine expansive luxury residences, and boasts a fifth-floor amenity level with a tranquility pool and cold plunge with outdoor dining lounging areas. Every floor has a unique floor plan that was thoughtfully curated for the discerning Bay Harbor Island's buyer and accompanying lifestyle. In addition, it beckons with a boutique fitness center, private courtyard lobby and entrance, 18 covered parking spots, private storage/owner’s closet, doorman and onsite management. With proximity to Bal Harbor shops, the ocean and boardwalk, the development offers the safety and quality of a K-8 center, with an “A” rating, in Bay Harbor Islands. “I’m excited and proud to represent RedHoek and Solina Bay Harbor, and again work with DMT to provide superb sales and marketing for the development,” said Morgan. “With the continued arrival and relocation of out-of-towners, coming from key U.S. metro areas from the Northeast, Midwest and the West Coast, to South Florida, I’m pleased to be able to leverage my Chicago connections to tap into this network that values new developments and island life, yet neighborhood qualities of restaurants, shopping and fitness, as well as a great local school.” “This new market of Bay Harbor Islands offers a canvas where we can blend urban sophistication with a coastal lifestyle,” said Cohen. “I fell in love with the neighborhood and did a sun study to ensure there was enough sun in the area. Being our first project in this market, we are excited to be partnering with leading brokerage sales team The Inside Network and marketing team DMT.” After selling her first listing at age 21, a $10 million luxury Miami property, Morgan has received a steady stream of awards and recognitions from the likes of The Wall Street Journal and Forbes, as well as Anywhere Real Estate Inc., previously known as NRT, such as the “30 Under 30” and “One of the Top Young Professionals in the World” designations. With more than a quarter billion in sales to date, The Inside Network also partners with Side, a real estate technology company founded in 2017 by Guy Gal that exclusively partners with high-performing agents, teams, and independent brokerages. In 2022, Side was named one of the 10 most innovative urban development companies to watch by Fast Company. For more information, visit www.insidenetworkco.com. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Solina

In honor of Women’s History Month, we are shining a light on two inspiring women creatives who are making significant waves in South Florida in the arts and culture scene. Tati Pastukhova, Co-Founder and Executive Director at ARTECHOUSE Tati Pastukhova is the co-founder and executive director of ARTECHOUSE, a pioneering institution that redefines the boundaries of art and technology. In 2009, Tati, along with her husband and ARTECHOUSE co-founder, Sandro, established Art Soiree, an experiential arts organization based in Washington, D.C. Their shared vision for promoting art as a transformative and immersive experience laid the foundation for what would become ARTECHOUSE in 2015. ARTECHOUSE was the first immersive digital art space to open in the U.S., and it is a place where one can experience the future of art today. ARTECHOUSE, under Tati's visionary leadership, has become a trailblazing institution dedicated to curating, showcasing, and producing experiential and technology-driven exhibitions that seamlessly blend art, science, and technology, captivating audiences around the world. Tati's commitment to expanding the horizons of art extends far beyond ARTECHOUSE's physical spaces. With a business background and a heart deeply rooted in the art world, she continually pioneers new frontiers, inspiring artists and enthusiasts to embrace technology's transformative power in art. Under her visionary guidance, ARTECHOUSE has not only reshaped the way we experience art but also ignited a new era of creativity and innovation. Tati's dedication lies in providing artists a platform to collaborate, innovate, and redefine the boundaries of contemporary art. Tati's visionary leadership continues to revolutionize the art world, driving the convergence of art and technology, and inspiring a global audience to embrace the transformative potential of digital art. Artist Reyna Noriega At 29 years old, Afro-Caribbean Latina artist Reyna Noriega has accomplished what most aspiring artists only dream about. Understanding the power of introspection, self-reflection and healing, Reyna centers her work (illustrations, painted murals, digital prints and product design) around aspects of people’s journeys – specifically those of women of color – as they seek to be their best, most authentic selves and experience sustainable peace and happiness. More than a beautiful face and a talented artist, Reyna’s business skills are unmatched. In 2023, she launched partnerships with national brands, including Starbucks; Schick Intuition and Target, where she designed a limited-edition sensitive-skin razor featuring joyful depictions of her community; Goody, a global leader in hair accessories and styling tools, for an exclusive Walmart collaboration; and Clif Family Wines, creating a custom bottle for the brand’s collection. Reyna has witnessed firsthand how damaging it can be not to see positive representation. Inspired by color, tropical foliage and a need to help people, she aims to fill the world with vibrant, joyful depictions of marginalized communities in hopes of helping people live richer, happier lives. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of ARTECHOUSE

Lily Gladstone, Salma-Hayek Pinault, Mark Ronson, Grace Gummer, Antwaun Sargent, Honor Titus, Jodie Turner-Smith, Kylie Minogue, Steven Yeun, and Yara Shahidi wore Gucci to the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscars Party at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 10, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Lily Gladstonewore a Gucci custom dress created in collaboration with Indigenous designer Joe Big Mountain of Ironhorse Quillwork. The corseted dress features graduating chevron beaded fringe and a porcupine quillwork bordered neckline in black and natural porcupine quills with woven blue mountain designs, brass sequin accents with 24 kt gold plated beads, fully edged with black, glass beads. It is finished with porcupine quilled rosettes with brass tack center. Salma Hayek-Pinault wore a Gucci custom all over silver sequin embroidered gown. In addition to the gown, she also wore Gucci High Jewelry earrings with indicolite and paraiba tourmalines, 27 total carats, set in 18k white gold and diamonds, a solitaire ouroboros ring with 16 carat orange sapphire set in 18kt white gold and diamonds, and a solitaire ring with 7 carat tanzanite set in 18kt white gold and diamonds. Mark Ronson, nominated for Best Original Song for ‘I’m Just Ken’, wore a single-breasted custom Gucci tuxedo in black wool with gold Round Interlocking G button detail, white shirt, black satin bowtie and Horsebit loafers in black leather. Grace Gummer wore Gucci custom gown with a deep-V neckline, all over embroidered slip dress with sequins in Rosso Ancora and red leather sandals. Antwaun Sargent wore a Gucci black shirt, pants, black GG belt, rubber sole mocassins in black leather with Horsebit detail and Gucci Marina chain. Honor Titus wore a brown double-breasted Gucci suit with gold Round Interlocking G button detail, vest and black leather lace-up shoes. Jodie Turner-Smith wore a Gucci black velvet floor length gown. Kylie Minogue wore a bi-color Gucci gown with all over embroidery composed of transparent sequins and beads, green bra and light blue skirt. Steven Yeun wore a Gucci custom black wool tuxedo with gold Round Interlocking G button detail, black shirt, black tie and black leather boots. Yara Shahidi wore a Gucci black and brown lace slip dress featuring floral lace cups. Images Courtesy of Gucci/Getty Images

From fashion boutiques to permanent art installations, Miami Design Distrcit (MDD) has something for everyone, and is a must-visit destination for culture enthusiasts and trendsetters alike. Here are some latest happenings and openings: WHAT TO SEE NEO MIAMI DESIGN DISTRICT NEO Miami Design District is a monthly rotating pop-up that shines a spotlight on emerging fashion brands and designers. The space is a dynamic and immersive experience that brings together rising brands within the same space, allowing them to craft a bespoke and captivating retail environment. NEO Miami Design District serves as a port of entry for national and international brands looking to enter the Miami market and connect with new audiences. The pop-up is located at 35 East 40th Street in Miami. DALÉ ZINE A community-oriented art bookshop and gallery. Since 2009, Dalé Zine has been an unstoppable force in the world of independent printing and publishing. Born from a humble Garfield-themed zine collaboration, it has blossomed into a vibrant cultural hub that celebrates multimedia artists and designers. Dalé Zine prides itself on providing a stage for Miami's most talented creatives to showcase their incredible work. Collaborations with renowned artists like Tim Biskup, Matt Furie, Legowelt, and Friendswithyou are just a taste of the amazing content found among their impressive collection of over 85 titles. The gallery is located at 50 NE 40 St. SAMUEL ROSS: EXPRESSION.ESSENCE.SERVICE EXPRESSION.SERVICE.ESSENCE. is a permanent design installation made of 12 benches created by Dr. Samuel Ross and placed around the Design District. The concept is a study of the importance of public space. The nature of service is to determine and solicit the needs of the populace. The viewer transitions from the actor to the protagonist when both disciplines coalesce. Intimate engagements with functional sculpture often take place as familiar gestures. Sitting, standing, leaning. Each contact with the material is a composite of the senses; be it temperature, color, or surface. An affirmation of our connection to material, to location, to the inanimate and the intangible qualities of the self. The benches were made exclusively for MDD. SHOPS GUCCI’S NEW MEN’S BOUTIQUE Gucci recently debuted a dedicated men’s boutique in the Miami Design District. The opening marks Gucci’s fourth dedicated men’s boutique in the U.S. and second Gucci boutique in the neighborhood. Spanning across two floors, the boutique includes a private VIP shopping area, and carries an expanded offering of men’s products including shoes, ready-to-wear, luggage, small leather goods, and eyewear. DION LEE New York-based Australian designer Dion Lee recently opened his first US flagship store in the heart of the Miami Design District. The opening marks an important milestone for the line which the namesake designed debuted in 2009. ALEXANDER WANG Alexander Wang’s Miami store features the brand’s full collection, including women’s RTW, footwear and accessories, as well as new collections like the recently re-launched Men’s collection, Bodywear, and newly-launched kid’s collection. Designed by Alexander Wang’s in-house team, the store concept expands on the brand's well-known design codes and sleek aesthetic, featuring mirror-polished stainless steel surfaces and a perimeter of LED walls that provide a backdrop of curated Alexander Wang content. The space is intentionally designed with the customer experience in mind, and features an open, industrial space that keeps shoppers engaged. JIL SANDER JIL SANDER, a high-end luxury brand, is the epitome of modernity and sophistication.  Launched in 1968 by Jil Sander, the fashion house presented its first women’s collection in Hamburg in 1973 and signaled luxury clothes for a new generation of businesswomen. Later in 1997, the first men’s collection was presented introducing a new vision of modern masculinity combined with refined craftsmanship. With its creative legacy of streamlined purity, the brand has pioneered a modern conception of luxury and elegance, enriching the world of fashion with distinctive craftsmanship and design. CELINE Capturing a harmonious blend of timeless sophistication and modern brutalism, a vision conceptualized by image director Hedi Slimane, the two-floor boutique is the epitome of refined architecture, marrying a range of natural stones like grey travertine and Arabescato marble with warmer elements such as oak and brass. The ground floor, primarily dedicated to women’s leather goods along with the brand’s fine jewelry, is adorned with antique gold mirrors and a striking marble “perfume organ.” Upstairs, Celine Homme and women’s ready-to-wear collections are displayed amidst glass and polished stainless-steel showcases, aligned with a Basaltina tile grid. DIESEL In 1978 Renzo Rosso started Diesel with the intention of creating the world’s most innovative denim. Since its start, Diesel has used “For Successful Living” as a slogan for the brand’s DNA. Through a long and storied history of strong, ironic and playful campaigns, Diesel has become a leader in advertising as well as in fashion. Where the world zigged, Diesel zagged, and in the 35 years since its founding, the brand still embraces the same ethos. GOLDEN GOOSE Golden Goose is a collective founded on a passion for all things that are “perfectly imperfect”, authentic, and unique. Born in 2000, Golden Goose quickly became one of the most successful Italian brands of the decade. Extremely high quality, attention to detail and the "lived-in" look have become the distinctive features of Golden Goose. The brand perfectly merges artisanal craftsmanship and the Italian “hand-made tradition,” creating outfits for every day that combine Italian wearability with an urban vintage flavor. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Miami Design District's

The inaugural Livity Haven Mindfulness Art & Music Festival will take place on Saturday March 23, 2024, 11am-11pm at Historic Virginia Key Beach, located at 4020 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149. This unique event focused on human well-being will feature live mindfulness workshops, an art & music festival with live performances from top reggae artists, headlined by Grammy-nominated hitmaker, Jesse Royal, emerging reggae sensation, Yohan Marley who is also the Grandson of Bob Marley and Son of Stephen Marley, conscious rapper and “Good Energy” hitmaker Yung Wylin and multi-talented Grammy & Emmy nominated Dancehall artist/producer, Tessellated, vegan foods, mindfulness workshops, classes, yoga, kids’ zone, permaculture and more, in celebration of the Afro-Caribbean culture and to promote vibrant and conscious living. Livity Haven is also an official event of the World Happiness Fest, a national organization featuring nine days of realizing the future of happiness all over the country. Livity Haven is built around the intention to living a holistic and sustainable life, while helping the South Florida community to regulate their emotions and body through tools such as meditation, sound healing, breathwork, movement, dance, and music. Livity Haven will also feature a wide array of facilitators and healers. Full list HERE. As the world becomes increasingly fractured, Livity Haven, founder Yemani Mason, created this powerful family friendly experience to foster a joyful, empowering, and transformative experience that celebrates the cultural heritage of the African Diaspora, fosters community, and promotes well-being, inclusivity and belonging for all. “Livity Haven is based around the healing of the mind, body and soul. It’s a family friendly environment with a focus on empowering both adults and children through our free workshops and classes during the day, and musical performances at night featuring some of the hottest reggae, afrobeats, and hip-hop acts in the world. Our goal is to help individuals and families live a more sustainable, mindful, and peaceful life”, stated Mason. For tickets and more information, visit www.livityhaven.com. Follow on IG instagram.com/livity_haven. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Livity Haven.

Former No.1 Simona Halep is set to make her competitive return at the Miami Open, which begins on March 17. The tournament announced it has given Halep a main-draw wild card. WTA/Jimmie48 "I am thrilled to let you all know that I will be making my return to the WTA Tour in two weeks at the Miami Open," Halep wrote on Instagram. "Thank you to the tournament for giving me this opportunity and I cannot wait to be back on court and competing. See you all soon!" Miami will be Halep's first tournament since the 2022 US Open. By ML Staff. Text/Image courtesy of WTA

Balance is the cornerstone of The Ritz-Carlton Spa, South Beach, where a mindful approach to wellness underpins holistic treatments and journeys aimed at promoting rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation in Miami Beach. Alongside a full suite of salon services, ranging from manicures and pedicures to hair styling and waxing, guests can indulge in ultimate luxury through offerings like deep muscle massages and Jet Peel dermal infusion facials. The spa offers a variety of massages tailored to different needs and preferences. The Stress Relief Massage, available in 80 or 50-minute sessions, applies moderate pressure to revive tired muscles and induce relaxation. Similarly, the Relaxation Massage, in both 80 and 50-minute options, utilizes light pressure and aromatic essential oils to promote unwind and stress relief. The Sole Reviver, on the other hand, focuses on foot reflex zones with a blend of exfoliation and massage techniques. There is also something special for expectant mothers, the Naturally Nurtured Massage, which provides gentle and tailored relaxation after the first trimester. Finally, there are also massages like the Muscle Recovery and Deep Muscle Massage, which target deep-seated tension and muscular stress through specific techniques and concentrated movements. Each massage treatment is customizable and priced accordingly, with variations depending on the treatment day. The menu includes options like the Hot Stone Massage for intense muscle relaxation and rejuvenation, as well as specialized treatments like The Men’s Massage, catering to specific concerns such as sports-related tension. Note: Spa menu subject to change. The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach 1 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139 Phone: +1 786-276-4090 Everyday: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Appointment Required To learn more or book a section visit: www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/miasb-the-ritz-carlton-south-beach/spa/ By ML Staff. Images courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton Spa

Venus Williams, Caroline Wozniacki, Emma Raducanu and Kei Nishikori have been awarded wildcards for the 2024 Miami Open presented by Itaú, taking place at the iconic Hard Rock Stadium, March 17 – 31. Spanning three decades, Williams, age 43, Wozniacki, age 33 and Raducanu age 21, are at very different stages of their careers yet are amongst the most popular players on the WTA, with achievements to match. A three-time champion in Miami, Williams boasts a remarkable seven Grand Slam singles titles over her illustrious career and has played in a record-breaking 93 Grand Slam tournaments. Australian Open Champion, Wozniacki, a finalist in Miami in 2017, returns for the first time since 2019, having had a three-year break following the birth of her two children. After returning to competition last August, she immediately impressed, reaching the fourth round at the 2023 US Open. Raducanu, whose fairy-tale run at the 2021 US Open saw her become the first champion in the open era to come through qualifying and claim victory without losing a single set, is eagerly anticipated to make her return after missing much of the 2023 season due to injury. Her promising start to the current season follows an eight-month break. Also making a welcome return from injury is the Japanese star, Nishikori, making his first competitive start since July 2023. Ranked as high as four in the world in 2015, Nishikori has won 12 ATP titles and was runner-up at the 2014 US Open making him the first male player representing an Asian country to reach a major single final. Nishikori also won the bronze medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics, delivering Japan’s first Olympic tennis medal in 96 years. Known for its world-class fan experience, the Miami Open presented by Itaú, will again welcome tennis fans to Hard Rock Stadium, complete with the only tennis stadium court in an NFL venue, and its sprawling campus in Miami Gardens. Boasting more than 30 of Miami’s leading restaurants and bars, organizers will once again aim to infuse tennis with the iconic culture of Miami through award-winning culinary offerings. The year’s edition of the Miami Open presented by Itaú will also feature more on-court action for fans than ever before. Taking place in the second week, the Miami Open Wheelchair Invitational and Major League Pickleball Showcase are also new additions to the program, marking the first time both events will take place at any 1000 series tournament. The remainder of the wild cards for the singles, doubles and qualifying draws will be announced within the coming weeks. For a full list of tournament sponsors and for ticket information, please visit www.miamiopen.com By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Getty Images

"Let's hold on to our dreams, because together we can change the world. Anything is possible for those who dare, work and never give up."  With this statement, filmmaker Xavier Dolan received the Jury Prize for Mommy at the 67th Festival de Cannes in 2014. At the helm of the Un Certain Regard Jury, he will celebrate the thirst for discovery and passion for others’ talent. Xavier Dolan © Shayne Laverdière It was an obvious choice: Xavier Dolan's filmmaking found its maturity in his extreme youth and boldness, of the kind that open up a world of possibilities, that believe more in dreams than in reality, and that find a way to rise up to their creative ambitions. "I am humbled and delighted to return to Cannes as President of the Un Certain Regard Jury, declared Xavier Dolan. Even more than making films myself, discovering the work of talented filmmakers has always been at the very heart of both my personal and professional journeys. I see, in this responsibility I'm assigned, the opportunity to focus with the members of the Un Certain Regard Jury on an essential aspect of the art of film : stories told truthfully." Opening ceremony Un Certain Regard 2023 © Joachim Tournebize Self-taught, he wrote, directed, produced and starred in his first feature film, I Killed My Mother, at 19. Adapted from a short story he had written a few years earlier, this trial stroke was a master stroke and was chosen to represent Canada for the Academy Awards. In 2010, reveals his multifaceted talent by being responsible his second film's art direction, costumes and editing. With Heartbeats, he made his first entrance in Un Certain Regard when he was just 21. Two years later, Laurence Anyways  that premiered at Un Certain Regard won the section’s award for Best Actress ex-aequo for Suzanne Clément. His first award in Cannes highlighted Xavier Dolan's delicate sense for directing actors and actresses, with whom he has developed loyal, intense collaborations. Mommy gave new exceptional roles to Anne Dorval and Suzanne Clément, after the psychological thriller Tom at the Farm. This 5th feature –his first in Competition– depicts a single mother's difficulties in raising her son. With deep emotion and poetry, he received from the hand of the New Zealand director Jane Campion, the Jury Prize tied with Jean-Luc Godard's Goodbye to Language. With this choice, the Jury rewarded both the oldest (84) and the youngest (25) filmmakers in Competition, proving that originality is not the prerogative of youth, nor maturity that of experience. The following year, Xavier Dolan joined the Jury chaired by the Coen brothers at the 68th Festival de Cannes. His return to directing sounded like a new declaration of love to actors and audiences alike. It's Only the End of the World, an adaptation of Jean-Luc Lagarce's play, will be awarded the Grand Prix at the 69th Festival de Cannes. His fascination with acting can also be found in his next two films. The Death and Life of John F. Donovan is the story of a young boy's correspondence with his favorite actor, and Matthias & Maxime, presented in Competition in 2019. He played a few notable roles for other filmmakers, including Xavier Giannoli's Lost Illusions, which earned him a nomination for the César Award for Best Supporting Actor. In 2022, Xavier Dolan then directed his first TV series, The Night Logan Woke Up. Greta Gerwig will preside over the Jury of the 77th Festival de Cannes that will take place from Tuesday May 14 to Saturday May 25, 2024. The Official Selection will be announced on Thursday April 11, 2024. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Festival de Cannes

LIV Golf today announced that Anthony Kim has joined LIV Golf as a season-long Wild Card player. Following a retirement of nearly 12 years, the 38-year-old American will make his official return to professional competition this week at LIV Golf Jeddah, March 1-3 at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club in King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia. American Star Competing as a Wild Card in Pursuit of Full-time Status with the LIV Golf League After More Than a Decade-Long Hiatus. Kim to Begin Competing This Week at LIV Golf Jeddah, March 1-3 “After stepping away from the game years ago due to injury, I’m happy to officially announce my return to the world of professional golf,” said Kim. “It’s been a long time coming, and I’m very grateful for all the highs, lows and lessons learned from the first part of my career. I want to compete with the best players in the world, and I’m on a mission to prove to myself that I can win again. The next step on that journey starts now, and I’m excited to give everything I’ve got this season on the LIV Golf League.” “LIV Golf was launched to create new opportunities for players and fans that drive this sport forward in exciting ways, and when I think of Anthony Kim, I can’t imagine a more perfect fit for what we’re trying to do. His talent is undeniable, and we are thrilled to welcome him back to professional golf with our league,” said LIV Golf Commissioner and CEO Greg Norman. “It’s clear that he has the fire to win again and show why he was one of the most compelling players in the world, and we will support him on that mission as he works to earn his way back to the top of the game.” Kim will compete in all remaining 2024 LIV Golf regular season tournaments as one of two Wild Card players aiming to accrue points in the league’s individual standings and earn a team place in 2025. Kim joins season-long Wild Card player Hudson Swafford, competing against the LIV Golf League’s 13 four-player teams across the 14-event global schedule. The three-time PGA TOUR winner posted his best full season in 2008 when he finished sixth on the money list and fourth in the FedEx Cup standings. That season led to a career-high eight top-10 finishes, including six top-three finishes. The American spent 20 weeks inside the top 10, with a career-high of No. 6 in 2008 after winning the Wachovia Championship and AT&T National. In 15 career major starts, his best finish is a third place at the 2010 Masters, where he finished behind current LIV Golf members Phil Mickelson (winner) and Lee Westwood (2nd). Kim notched two other top 10 Major finishes both coming at The Open, once in 2008 – T7 and again in 2011 – T5. He also set a tournament record with 11 birdies during round two at the 2009 Masters. Kim is no stranger to team golf after compiling a successful track record with Team USA and the University of Oklahoma. The California native has represented Team USA at both the amateur and professional level a total of three times and was victorious on each occasion. He played a crucial role at the 2008 Ryder Cup, posting an emotional victory over current LIV Golf member Sergio Garcia 5&4 in the opening match of the Sunday Singles as the Americans beat Europe for the first time since 1999. A three-time All-American and freshman of the year (2004) while at the University of Oklahoma, Kim set the school record for the lowest scoring average in relation to par with a 71.73 (+0.22) – narrowly besting Abraham Ancer, 72.42 (+0.93). In June 2012, Kim had surgery on an injured Achilles tendon in his left leg and was expected to return in the 2013 season on a Major Medical Exemption. However, he has not played in a professional event since the 2012 Wells Fargo Championship. Coverage of LIV Golf Jeddah begins Friday, March 1 at 11:00 a.m. local time (3:00 a.m. ET), with Friday’s round carried live on The CW App (U.S.), LIV Golf Plus and Caffeine. All season long, LIV Golf League competition also airs in the U.S. on Saturdays and Sundays on The CW, The CW App and LIV Golf Plus. In addition, LIV Golf tournaments are carried globally on LIV Golf Plus, the LIV Golf YouTube channel and on more than 20 international broadcast partners, delivering league broadcasts in over 180 territories to more than 500 million homes worldwide. For more information on how to watch the LIV Golf League, visit LIVGolf.com/where-to-watch. By ML Staff. Image(s) courtesy of Professional Competition