Around the world, revolutionary changes are under way in transportation. More electric vehicles are on the road, people are taking advantage of sharing mobility services such as Uber and Lyft, and the rise in telework during the COVID-19 pandemic has shifted the way people think about commuting. Costs are falling for key forms of renewable energy and EV batteries, and adoption of these technologies is rising.IPCC Sixth Assessment Report. Transportation is a growing source of the global greenhouse gas emissions that are driving climate change, accounting for 23% of energy-related carbon dioxide emissions worldwide in 2019 and 29% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. The systemic changes under way in the transportation sector could begin lowering that emissions footprint. But will they reduce emissions enough? In a new report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released April 4, 2022, scientists examined the latest research on efforts to mitigate climate change. The report concludes that falling costs for renewable energy and electric vehicle batteries, in addition to policy changes, have slowed the growth of climate change in the past decade, but that deep, immediate cuts are necessary. Emissions will have to peak by 2025 to keep global warming under 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 F), a Paris Agreement goal, the report says. The transportation chapter, which I contributed to, homed in on transportation transformations – some just starting and others expanding – that in the most aggressive scenarios could reduce global greenhouse gas emissions from transportation by 80% to 90% of current levels by 2050. That sort of drastic reduction would require a major, rapid rethinking of how people get around globally. The future of EVs All-electric vehicles have grown dramatically since the Tesla Roadster and Nissan Leaf arrived on the market a little over a decade ago, following the popularity of hybrids. In 2021 alone, the sales of electric passenger vehicles, including plug-in hybrids, doubled worldwide to 6.6 million, about 9% of all car sales that year. Strong regulatory policies have encouraged the production of electric vehicles, including California’s Zero Emission Vehicle regulation, which requires automakers to produce a certain number of zero-emission vehicles based on their total vehicles sold in California; the European Union’s CO2 emissions standards for new vehicles; and China’s New Energy Vehicle policy, all of which have helped push EV adoption to where we are today. How EV sales have grown in the top 6 markets China has been leading the world in electric vehicles sales. In 2021, about half of all EV sales were in China, 35% in Europe, and 10% in the United States. Data in millions of electric vehicles sold. Includes plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Chart: The Conversation/CC-BY-ND Source: EV Volumes Get the data Download image Pickups and SUVs, which typically have much lower gas mileage than cars, make up the majority of new car sales in the U.S. Electric versions could be game-changers for emissions.Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images Beyond passenger vehicles, many micro-mobility options – such as autorickshaws, scooters and bikes – as well as buses, have been electrified. As the cost of lithium-ion batteries decreases, these transportation options will become increasingly affordable and further boost sales of battery-powered vehicles that traditionally have run on fossil fuels. An important aspect to remember about electrifying the transportation system is that its ability to cut greenhouse gas emissions ultimately depends on how clean the electricity grid is. China, for example, is aiming for 20% of its vehicles to be electric by 2025, but its electric grid is still heavily reliant on coal. With the global trends toward more renewable generation, these vehicles will be connected with fewer carbon emissions over time. There are also many developing and potentially promising co-benefits of electromobility when coupled with the power system. The batteries within electric vehicles have the potential to act as storage devices for the grid, which can assist in stabilizing the intermittency of renewable resources in the power sector, among many other benefits. Other areas of transportation are more challenging to electrify. Larger and heavier vehicles generally aren’t as conducive to electrification because the size and weight of the batteries needed rapidly becomes untenable. Ships that can connect to electric power in port can avoid burning fuel that produces greenhouse gases and pollution.Ernesto Velázquez/Unsplash, CC BY For some heavy-duty trucks, ships and airplanes, alternative fuels such as hydrogen, advanced biofuels and synthetic fuels are being explored as replacements for fossil fuels. Most aren’t economically feasible yet, and substantial advances in the technology are still needed to ensure they are either low- or zero-carbon. Other ways to cut emissions from transportation While new fuel and vehicle technologies are often highlighted as decarbonization solutions, behavioral and other systemic changes will also be needed to meet to cut greenhouse gas emissions dramatically from this sector. We are already in the midst of these changes. Telecommuting: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the explosion of teleworking and video conferencing reduced travel, and, with it, emissions associated with commuting. While some of that will rebound, telework is likely to continue for many sectors of the economy. Shared mobility: Some shared mobility options, like bike and scooter sharing programs, can get more people out of vehicles entirely. Car-sharing and on-demand services such as Uber and Lyft also have the potential to reduce emissions if they use high-efficiency or zero-emission vehicles, or if their services lean more toward car pooling, with each driver picking up multiple passengers. Unfortunately, there is substantial uncertainty about the impact of these services. They might also increase vehicle use and, with it, greenhouse gas emissions. New policies such as the California Clean Miles Standard are helping to push companies like Uber and Lyft to use cleaner vehicles and increase their passenger loads, though it remains to be seen whether other regions will adopt similar policies. Public transit-friendly cities: Another systemic change involves urban planning and design. Transportation in urban areas is responsible for approximately 8% of global carbon dioxide emissions. Efficient city planning and land use can reduce travel demand and shift transportation modes, from cars to public transit, through strategies that avoid urban sprawl and disincentivize personal cars. These improvements not only decrease greenhouse gas emissions, but can decrease congestion, air pollution and noise, while improving the safety of transportation systems. US carbon emissions by sector over time Transportation passed electric power as the leading U.S. source of planet-warming carbon dioxide emissions in 2016. The chart shows annual emissions in millions of metric tons of CO2. The last two years reflect the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Annual emissions in millions of metric tons of carbon dioxide. Chart: The Conversation/CC-BY-2.0 Source: EIA Get the data Download image How do these advances translate to lower emissions? Much of the uncertainty in how much technological change and other systemic shifts in transportation affects global warming is related to the speed of transition. The new IPCC report includes several potential scenarios for how much improvements in transportation will be able to cut emissions. On average, the scenarios indicate that the carbon intensity of the transportation sector would need to decrease by about 50% by 2050 and as much as 91% by 2100 when combined with a cleaner electricity grid to stay within the 1.5-degree Celsius (2.7 Fahrenheit) target for global warming. These decreases would require a complete reversal of current trends of increasing emissions in the transportation sector, but the recent advances in transportation provide many opportunities to meet this challenge. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of University of California, Davis, Words by Alan Jenn, Assistant Professional Researcher in Transportation, Rewrite from https://theconversation.com/. 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The new high watchmaking collection from Louis Vuitton is here featuringTambour Spin Time Air Quantum, Tambour Slim Vivienne Jumping Hours, Escale Spin Time, and Tambour Outdoor. LOUIS VUITTON TAMBOUR SPIN TIME AIR QUANTUM Louis Vuitton is pleased to introduce the Tambour Spin Time Air Quantum, a new watch applying cutting-edge technology to elevate the time-telling experience of traditional haute horlogerie. Long the timekeeping icon of Louis Vuitton, the Spin Time reimagined the familiar jumping hour complication when it was introduced in 2009, converting the conventional display of the hours into a three-dimensional dance. Now the kinetic performance of the Spin Time has been further transformed in a radical rethink of haute horlogerie with the Tambour Spin Time Air Quantum. The hour cubes illuminate on demand, adding a fourth dimension to the signature complication. Appearing to emanate from within the cubes, the mysterious light is a tribute to exceptional creativity and fine watchmaking – hallmarks of Louis Vuitton watchmaking. LOUIS VUITTON TAMBOUR SLIM VIVIENNE JUMPING HOURS Vivienne, the mischievous and mysterious mascot of Louis Vuitton, takes you into the fantastical realm of make-believe, with three magical interpretations of the jumping-hour display. It’s time for the unexpected. Vivienne is a mystical key, unlocking doors that let you travel to a fantasy world, a world of supernatural glamour and shifting identity. You can consult your guide, but she looks different each time you turn to her. IIs she a fortune teller, predicting your glittering future? Is she a casino croupier, dealing a winning hand? Or is she a circus juggler, dazzling one and all around her? Three exquisitely hand-decorated timepieces, in cases of white gold, pink gold or yellow gold, with a precious rose-cut diamond on the crown, form the new Tambour Slim Vivienne Jumping Hours — the latest collection of precious horological objets from Louis Vuitton. The dials of the Tambour Slim Vivienne Jumping Hours- set in precious diamonds - are crafted from well-known decorative materials such as aventurine and mother of pearl, but also a newly discovered ornamental gemstone from Pakistan: Skarn. Also known as Sannan-Skarn, its intense green hue is due to the presence of the element chromium and its fine-grained texture comes from the process by which it was formed deep in the earth millions of years ago. Each ornamental stone has been chosen to reflect the universe of the respective Vivienne. LOUIS VUITTON ESCALE SPIN TIME After unveiling an exceptional meteorite dial highlighted with pink gold, Louis Vuitton now presents two new steel versions of the Escale Spin Time watch, with the choice of a monochrome or rainbow time-telling complication. A first for this star collection, these exclusive all-steel designs with a polished black PVD finish adapt to a contemporary yet elegant lifestyle. A remarkable mechanism lies at the heart of this timepiece. Patented and crafted by La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton, the Spin Time calibre – first unveiled in 2009 – honors its name with rotating cubes that display the hours. A unique and innovative concept, as playful as it is technical, with an exceptional mechanism driven by automatic movement: the LV 77 calibre. LOUIS VUITTON TAMBOUR OUTDOOR To discover and echo the pulse of the city – that is the mission of the new Tambour Outdoor Chronograph GMT. Faithful to the Maison’s travel DNA and nautical passion, embodied in the mythical regatta countdown, this robust and functional watch perfectly equips the modern explorers who have turned the urban jungle into their playground. Two models in steel case with new interchangeable rubber straps and automatic movement: Nautical Steel and Urban Jungle. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Louis Vuitton Watchmaking

Piano Slam 2022 announces this year’s 16 semifinalist winners including nine middle school students and seven high school students from Miami-Dade County Public Schools who will perform their original poetry paired with local artists including classical piano duo The Alonso Brothers, dance-pop act Afrobeta, and star choreographer Gentry George and his Zest Collective dance company. The Alonso Brothers Dance-pop act Afrobeta Choreographer Gentry George With thousands of submissions, the entries submitted are part of the curriculum in both English and science. This year’s theme from Martin Bejerano’s “Fantasia de Tres Mundos” or Fantasy of Three Worlds is: Music, Humanness and Home (Miami). This year’s curriculum included the support from University of Miami medical school neurologists and public health researchers that looked at the physical traits that make us uniquely human. The 16 semifinalists chosen will perform in the Grand Finals concert and competition on April 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Arsht Center’s Knight Concert hall stage free. Grand finale winners will be awarded $1,000. Middle School Semifinalists: Everglades K-8 Center: Esteban Mosquera (Science) G.W. Carver: Briana Augsten (Science) Horace Mann: Trinity Jackson (English) Lawton Chiles: Telisa Gaviria (English) Miami Arts Charter: Sarah Bass (English) Ponce de Leon: Oliver Angulo (Science), Juliana Moore (Science) and Rodrigo Marquez (English) Southwood: Victor Schein High School Semifinalists Coral Gables: Alejandra Torruellas (English) Design & Architecture: Maria Fernanda Serra Almeida Leite (English) Dr. Michael M. Krop: Abel Profeta (English) Miami Arts Charter: Justin Fayad (Science) and Camila Puche (Science) Miami Norland: Amen Hobbs (English) and Nailah Robinson (Science) In its 15th year, PIANO SLAM is a creative writing project in Miami-Dade Public Schools that presents live concerts, poets, scientists, and hip-hop spoken word to teens in Miami’s middle and high school classrooms culminating in a countywide poetry competition based on the role of music in their lives. Admission to PIANO SLAM 2022 is free. First-Access Passes, which give guests early access to general admission seating, can be reserved for the performance now. Reserve passes online at arshtcenter.org or by calling the Adrienne Arsht Center box office at 305- 949-6722. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Miami Middle and High Schools

Mr. C Miami - Coconut Grove introduces the BēAtala Wellness Spa, founded by Debbie Castaneda. Mr. C Hotel in Coconut Grove, Miami was chosen as the premier location to create a community focused on self-improvement of the mind, body, & spirit, and to debut world-renowned technology, such as Endosphères Therapy. BēAtala has carefully curated a selection of exclusive skincare products, including Pietro Simone, one of the main experts in skincare in Europe, and referred to as “king of anti-aging and peptides.” The exclusive wellness suite concept was born from the necessity of self-evolution, and offers an array of transformative beauty treatments, sports therapies, and spiritual practices focusing on health. The services and treatments are bespoke, tailored, and personalized for each client. BēAtala’s treatment begins with an assessment of the skin as an organism and determines its ability to balance itself against environmental, lifestyle, and genetic factors. A dedicated specialist will then deliver an in-depth approach and recommended skincare regimen. BēAtala’s philosophy is to resolve each skin problem with a 360-degree strategy that includes providing personalized self-improvement services. A concierge will examine clients’ lifestyles and advise accordingly. Services range from mindful practices and anti-stress exercises to beauty treatments and workouts. The biotechnology skincare collection offers lasting results and treats common skin and body issues. Endosphères Therapy targets cellulite and water retention, and healing massages help reduce pain and induce relaxation. BēAtala’s name comes from the Atala butterfly, born in South Florida and exclusive to Palm Beach, Miami, the Bahamas, and Turks & Caicos. It lives in a beautiful, healthy environment– perfect for relaxing, unwinding, and evolving. Atala also means ‘Emmaus’ representing the claim to the divine, the essential, and the actual value of being. "Having been a model, a former Miss Colombia, and a true believer in the importance of skincare in relation to the quality of life, I have traveled the world and found that the Endopsheres treatment and Pietro Simone's products are innovative and truly make a difference in enhancing one's skin through scientific, non-invasive methodology, and a completely personalized approach. It is never too late to be the best version of yourself.” – Debbie Castaneda, Founder BēAtala’s treatments include facials, massages, and weight loss programs. For a complete list of services, more information, and to book a reservation, please visit Mr. C Miami, email support@beatala.com, or call (305) 487-0744. MORE ON MR. C Mr. C Miami - Coconut Grove is the latest premier luxury boutique hotel conceived by Ignazio and Maggio Cipriani, a fourth-generation hotelier family, who have drawn on their rich family history to create a luxury hospitality and residential brand known as Mr. C. The award-winning architecture firm, Arquitectonica, conceived the exterior design modeled after the pier-like Stiltsville structures are located off the Florida Cape. Mr. C has achieved a Silver Certification from the FGBC (Florida Green Building Coalition), the equivalent of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) for environmental sustainability as well as green energy-efficient lighting. AD100 interior designer, Martin Brudnizki, designed the 100-room, 6-story boutique property overlooking Key Biscayne Bay. The nautical look of the resort, as shown by its azure and white-colored terrazzo floors and glossy wood paneling, is influenced both by coastal Italian culture, and the sleek interior of a yacht or cruise ship. MORE ON PIETRO SIMONE Pietro Simone is a dynamic, young zeitgeist in the beauty industry, spearheading a positive, global evolution in how we all approach beauty and anti-aging, with his motivating philosophies, pioneering techniques, and prestigious skincare line, technology, and luxury Spas. His insights, research in science and nature, and commercial experience and expertise garnered from the luxury beauty and wellness industries over a 16-year timespan contribute to the success of his line. Pietro's inaugural skincare brand is inspired by his key skincare philosophy; "Our Skin is the Theatre of Life." Pietro has worked tirelessly to create a comprehensive Skin Theatre suite of luxury retail and spa products for optimum look-good and feel-good skin, incorporating his unique and exclusive Italian Bella Complex® throughout the entire range. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of BēAtala Wellness Spa

Have your cake and eat it, too! As a result of the success with its brownies, Eat Me Guilt Free introduces its new Chocolate Cake Mix and Vanilla Cake Mix to its tasty line of health-focused brownies, tortilla wraps, protein bread and baguettes. Eat Me Guilt Free is dedicated to product innovation and the enhancement of its existing products and is equally committed to creating new and improved formulas. While improving the quality of ingredients in its products, the brand remains focused on maintaining an unprecedented protein-packed and low-carb ratio. Eat Me Guilt Free is proud to bring consumers the first better-for-you cake mix on the market. They feature ingredients sourced in Europe, where regulations against food additives are more stringent than in the U.S. The protein-packed, better-for-you chocolate and vanilla cake mixes are perfect for baking birthday cakes, cupcakes, Bundt cakes and more for any occasion that is celebrated with a conventional boxed cake mix at home. Eat Me Guilt Free prides itself on product innovation and creating food experiences that are second to none. Eat Me Guilt Free’s protein cake mixes are just as easy to make as any conventional boxed cake mix and only require adding two ingredients – oil and eggs. The cake slices are unbelievably decadent and only boast six grams of sugar vs. 22 grams of sugar in a traditional slice of cake. Better-for-you never tasted so delicious. Each flavor is $9.99 per box and contains 11 grams of protein and six grams net carbs per serving. The Chocolate Cake Mix can be purchased here and theVanilla Cake Mix is available here. Eat Me Guilt Free’s “Free Delicious” campaign represents the brand’s core belief that freedom should not have limitations. The main message of the “Free Delicious” campaign is that eating better-for-you foods that taste good is a choice consumers should make for themselves. For decades, food companies dictated what delicious was by adding addictive ingredients to products to make them taste good. With its Free Delicious campaign, Eat Me Guilt Free is redefining delicious and surrounding it with better nutrition fact ratios, less sugar, no preservatives and no GMOs. The new cake mixes reflect the same notion. “At Eat Me Guilt Free, we pride ourselves on being able to innovate and expand our product line and are thrilled to launch the first-ever, better-for-you cake mix,” said Cristie Besu, founder of Eat Me Guilt Free. “Our original chocolate and vanilla cake mixes are perfect to celebrate all of life’s special moments and will make consumers feel good both inside and out.” Besu started baking Eat Me Guilt Free treats straight from her very own kitchen in 2013 while working as a registered nurse and certified sports nutritionist. What began as a passion project soon turned into a small business for the mom of three, as she discovered the importance and satisfaction protein-packed and better-for-you foods provided to others. Since inception, Eat Me Guilt Free has grown from a direct-to-consumer online business with sales fueled by Instagram to national and international distribution. The company now boasts a team of 30 employees and continues to create unique products and fun flavors for everyone to enjoy. Besu’s guilt-free and protein-packed brownies, bread, baguettes, and tortilla wraps are available for purchase at more than 7,500 independent retailers nationwide, GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe, Albertsons and Safeway, as well as Amazon.com, Walmart.com and EatMeGuiltFree.com. For more information or to purchase Eat Me Guilt Free products, please visit EatMeGuiltFree.com. More on Eat Me Guilt Free Eat Me Guilt Free was founded by Registered Nurse and Certified Sports Nutritionist Cristie Besu in Miami, FL in 2013. What began as a passion project soon turned into a small business for the Cuban-American mom-of-three, as she discovered the importance and satisfaction protein-packed and better-for-you foods provided to others. Eat Me Guilt Free, which sources ingredients primarily from Europe for higher quality food standards, offers healthy solutions for those who strive to live a healthy and active lifestyle. Besu never sacrifices taste and texture when creating original recipes, hand-crafted by artisan bakers in small batches in order to ensure optimal freshness. The brand also uses Modified Atmosphere Packaging in select products to exclude unnecessary preservatives. Eat Me Guilt Free’s product line of bread, brownies, snacks and tortilla wraps offers an unprecedented protein-to-carbohydrate ratio, making them a high-protein, low-carb alternative to traditional snacks and foods. Eat Me Guilt Free fills a gap in the market for an alternative to sweets that people can feel good about putting into their bodies. Available on https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/, Amazon, The Vitamin Shoppe and GNC, Eat Me Guilt Free also offers an exclusive subscription. Eat Me Guilt Free is recognized by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Eat Me Guilt Free

This month marked a fantastic evening in Miami with the return of Citi Taste of Tennis Miami at the JW Marriott Miami. The celebration welcomed tennis legends Venus Williams, Monica Seles and Garbiñe Muguruza along with Michelin Star Chef David Shim of Cote. A few highlights along with a post-event media alert and links to imagery and footage below: Grand Slam Cuisine: Garbiñe Muguruza, who achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 1 by the Women's Tennis Association, turned up the heat alongside Michelin Star Chef David Shim of Cote with an onstage cook-off. Servin' It Up Citi-Style: Pro tennis players including Alexander “Sascha” Zverev, Bethanie Mattek Sands, Andreja Klepac, Sabrina Santamaria, Desirae Krawczyk, Dušan Lajović, Edouard Roger-Vasselin, Alizé Cornet, Oscar Otte and more sampled incredible cuisine including truffle brioche french toast by Dayanny De La Cruz of Hard Rock Stadium, slow cooked pork belly with kimchi courtesy of Patrick Palmer from JW Marriott Miami, salmon truffle ponzu from Jason Acoba of Tanuki, key lime pie macaroons from Karina Rivera of deZaan, and so much more. See the full menu here. The VIP Experience: Guests kicked off the evening with an on-stage Q&A featuring Monica Seles, followed by blindfolded musical challenge with TK & Venus Williams, all while enjoying custom cocktails from both Willo Farm and Diplomatico Rum, a tasting with Casa Del Sol Tequila, VOSS speciality mock cocktails and wine by Catena Wines. The evening concluded as guests danced the night away to energetic beats by DJ Mad Linx. Last but not least, a portion of the evening's proceeds benefited the USTA Foundation. Anett Kontaveit Edouard Roger-Vasselin Sachari Adanir and Carlos Adyan Alysha Newman and Tyler Struyek Reilly Opelka, Venus Williams and David Shim Lucky in Love Team attends Citi Taste Of Tennis Miami 2022 Jason Amato, Monica Seles and Ed Patterson Alizé Cornet Laslo Đere and Tamara Pavicevic Marcos Giron Darija Juark and Joan Carter Adriana Ramirez, Fernando Guerra, Mildred Risgino and Luciana Tabeni By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Citi Taste of Tennis Miami. Photos by Jason Koerner/Getty Images for AYS Sports Marketing

As excitement revs up for the global racing phenomenon that has made its way to Miami, what better place to experience everything racing than at Bayfront Park. Miami Speed Week (MSW) will host pop ups throughout the week leading into the main event at Bayfront Park on May 7 and 8, where fans will celebrate in an immersive experience that will shift their love of racing into high gear. Miami Speed Week is for anyone fired up by high performance. It’s the place to converge and interact with pros and top automotive brands. It’s where they can take part in a friendly competition with like-minded fans at several interactive skill challenges, such as the MSW Pit Stop and Reaction Challenge. Motorcycle enthusiasts will get to evaluate their abilities with Moto Trainer’s professional grade motorcycle simulators, and anyone with the winning spirit can jump into a Virtual F1 video race or assess their old scores at the Retro Video Arcade. To keep people fueled and loaded with swag, Monster has signed up to be the official energy partner. Throughout the weekend, there will be photo ops at the Grand Podium and meet & greets with former racers. The organizing team has even arranged for young readers to meet Andy Amendola, the author behind RED RACER, a series of books that introduces kids to the world of motorsports. All this while enjoying live entertainment throughout the week. “Start your engines, because this will be an all-encompassing, family-friendly, riveting week unified by our shared love of all things speed. What better than to be in Downtown Miami, which has the enviable distinction of having Biscayne Bay as its backdrop and a long circuit history of hosting IMSA, Trans Am, and IndyCar races,” said Tony Albelo, executive producer at EngageLive, the crew behind this racing-centric experience. Because Miami is recognized worldwide for its street art, MSW has invited 20 iconic artists to paint racing helmets. Stay tuned for Grandstand Gallery featuring the quintessential Miami street art of Atomik, Chy Walton aka Mitrooper1, Xupet Negre, GOSA, and Jules Muck, to name a few. Meant for all fans, whether seasoned or casual, Miami Speed Week is sure to put pedal to the metal with sponsor activations, fan engagement, live entertainment, food, and libations. Between that, the revving of engines and burning of rubber, everyone will get their fix of everything racing and entertainment at Miami Speed Week. WHEN: Saturday May 7, 2022 / 12:00pm –11:00pm Sunday May 8, 2022 / 12:00pm –10:00pm WHERE: Bayfront Park, 301 North Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132 TICKETS: Starts at $20 and can be purchased online at https://miamispeedweek.com/ For additional information, write to tickets@engagelivellc.com SOCIAL MEDIA: @MiamiSpeedWeek on IG, FB and Twitter MORE ON ENGAGELIVE Operating since 2017, EngageLive! and Loud And Live are leaders in creating local and national live event experiences around music, arts, sports, and lifestyle. As a local events division, EngageLive! connects people to live events at a fundamental level, creating truly engaging experiences. For more information, visit https://engagelivellc.com/ and follow them on social media. FB: @EngageLiveLLC, IG: @engagelivellc or call (305) 459-9988. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Miami Speed Week

Located inside the sophisticated and modern Hotel AKA Brickell, overlooking the beautiful city of Miami, you’ll find Leaf Spa—the first ever spa from the highly regarded AKA brand. Escape the bustling city noise and find your own private oasis here. Leaf Spa has created a unique space for guests to unwind and relax their mind, body, and soul. Using elements of nature, all massages, facials, and body treatments aim to achieve ultimate relaxation. Upon arrival through the decadent hotel lobby, guests will make their way to the nature inspired spa on its separate floor, where they will be asked for a brief questionnaire. This allows therapists to get to know guests better and focus on the areas that need more attention. Immerse yourself in a new world—close your eyes and listen to the sound of traveling water as you walk down the hallways, gently lit with candle lanterns. The ambiance is serene and makes for a wonderful experience. At Leaf Spa they believe in the seasonality of life. The same way a tree sheds their leaves in the fall, and is full of new leaves in the springtime, so do our bodies. Our bodies are designed to embrace change—but we often forget that. Bodies can blossom new leaves, and one leaf at a time we get closer to our true selves. At Leaf Spa, through the power of nature, they aim to remind our bodies where they came from—earth. Through their philosophy, treatments, and rituals, guests are reminded how to embrace change and adapt to any circumstance—just the way trees do every season. The journey begins with a very relaxing ritual—the cleansing of the feet. Upon entering this alluring room, you’ll take a seat at one of the comfortable stations which are adorned with luscious pillows. There might be other guests getting their feet cleansed, but given the size of each station, guests will feel absolute tranquility. Dip your feet in the cleansing station directly below your seat, where your therapist will gently massage, and then soak your feet in water treated with your choice of lavender, rosemary, or eucalyptus salts. At Leaf Spa they believe it’s through the feet that we connect to earth’s energy, which is why it’s very important to start here to achieve serenity and feel grounded. There are many treatments available at Leaf Spa. The Mani/Pedi offered is unlike any other experience. Paired with a sound bowl balancing massage, not only will your hands and toes leave rejuvenated, but so will your mind. You can add Chakra Hot Stones to the treatment for added relaxation—the stones also help with spiritual and physical balance. Leaf Spa also offers seasonal spa treatments. During the winter we are often looking forward to a new year, when it’s a time to reset and reflect. The Peaceful Pause Massage might be just what your body needs put all anxieties aside and start a new year with a fresh mind. In the spring our bodies are ready to take on new challenges, so you might be looking for more energy. The Floral Flow Massage, through aromatherapy, aims to elevate your energy. In the summer, our bodies look to have fun, and enjoy life, try The Honeysupple Facial aimed to harmonize the skin. In the fall, The Mindful Meditative Massage is a powerful treatment starts with a guided meditation and sound bowl healing—just what bodies need as the end of the year approaches. Leaf Spa offers signature treatments, such as The Vibrant Body Vichy Body Treatment. The Vichy Shower experience is particularly luxurious. During this detoxifying shower your therapist will gently scrub and relax your body and mind. Have you ever showered while laying down? It defines a new level of relaxation and pampering. Infused with lavender, The Lavender Lymphatic Massage helps detoxify and remove all toxins from your body. From head to toes, your therapist will be thorough with every inch, losing up those tense muscles. Every treatment is spectacular. The therapists are very experienced, passionate, and professional. They will be your guide through this journey. After your treatment comes to an end, proceed back to the changing room where the sauna is located—it’s a perfect way to end the day. You might also want to try the Hydrotherapy Tub—these powerful jets are proved to loosen tight joints, relieve pain, and heal spiritual energy. And if you didn’t have a chance to visit the Relaxation Room before your treatment, you can always go back to relax and meditate. Finally, don’t forget to visit the Wish Tree which traditionally represents hope. Here guests can grab a ribbon and tie their dream onto the tree. The Leaf Spa is located at, 1395 Brickell Avenue, Miami 33131. For more information, visit: www.stayaka.com/hotel-aka-brickell/spa or call (305) 503-6533. By Claudia Paredes. Images courtesy of The Leaf Spa

El-Ad National Properties, an Elad Group company, celebrated the phase two groundbreaking of ALINA Residences, a world-class residential destination in the heart of Boca Raton. Phase two includes two nine-story residential buildings (ALINA 210 and ALINA 220) and will complete the entire project. In attendance were El-Ad National CEO Noam Ziv, Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer, Boca Raton Deputy Mayor Andrea Levine O'Rourke, Boca Raton CRA Chair Monica Mayotte, Boca Raton Council Member Yvette Drucker, Boca Raton CRA Vice Chair Andy Thomson, Douglas Elliman Florida CEO Jay Phillip Parker, Moss Construction Chairman and Founder Bob Moss and other local dignitaries. At the groundbreaking ceremony, Ziv announced that phase two of ALINA Residences is already 40% sold. Phase two construction is slated to be completed by Q3 2024. Phase one construction was completed in March 2021. “Following the success of ALINA Residences’ phase one, it is extremely exciting to break ground on phase two with it already being 40% sold.” said Ziv. “We believe this early sales activity is a reflection of the marketplace recognizing ALINA as a truly unique residential destination. We continue to be proud to be a part of Boca Raton’s emerging downtown scene.” The centerpiece of ALINA Residences, ALINA 210 will stand nine stories tall and feature 30 exquisite corner residences. With a maximum of four residences per floor, ALINA 210 will offer residences with three to four bedrooms with den floor plans. Ranging in size from approximately 3,300 to 5,400 square feet, the ALINA 210 residences’ pricing starts at $3.5 million. ALINA 210’s suite of thoughtfully curated amenities will be exclusive to the 30 residences. With 152 residences, ALINA 220 will be the most similar building to phase one (ALINA 200) with a great emphasis on European-designed kitchens, rain showered bathrooms, and elegant organic craftsmanship throughout. The residential building will include a wide array of one- to four-bedroom with den floor plans, ranging in sizes from 1,400–5,400 square feet and pricing from $1.7 million to over $8 million. Phase two will add an extra two acres of private outdoor amenity space to ALINA. All ALINA residents enjoy spectacular amenities such as his and hers spa facilities with dry saunas, steam rooms, treatment rooms and relaxation rooms; state-of-the-art fitness centers, multiple rooftop swimming pools with private cabanas, fire pits, dedicated yoga areas, highly appointed club rooms, two dog parks and more. Douglas Elliman Development Marketing is the exclusive sales team for ALINA Residences. “With phase one nearly sold out, we are extremely proud of the sales success that we are already experiencing with phase two of ALINA Residences,” said Jay Phillip Parker, CEO of Douglas Elliman Florida and President of Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, Florida. “There is no doubt that downtown Boca Raton has transformed as the developers of ALINA envisioned, making it the perfect time to become a part of the extraordinary lifestyle that Alina residents are enjoying. We expect continued interest and excitement now that phase two has broken ground.” ALINA Residences, located at 200 Southeast Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33432, is tucked between the manicured green fairways of The Boca Raton and Southeast Mizner Boulevard. It offers premier access to nearby shopping, dining, and cultural destinations. With more than three decades of high-end development experience in New York City, Los Angeles and Toronto, and after nearly 20 years in the Florida market, Elad Group brought its development capabilities to the South Florida market a few years ago through El-Ad National Properties. By expeditiously seizing opportunities, El-Ad National Properties has earned a sterling reputation as an agile, entrepreneurial company with high expectations and solid values, a philosophy shared by all employees. El-Ad National Properties is leaving its footprint on South Florida with ALINA Residences Boca Raton as its first new development from the ground up project. More on ALINA Residences Boca Raton Developed by El-Ad National Properties, ALINA Residences Boca Raton is a world-class residential destination featuring resort-inspired amenities with a focus on wellness and accented by indoor and outdoor art installations. Designed by architects Garcia Stromberg/GS4 Studios and brought to life by Moss Construction, ALINA Residences phase one (ALINA 200) was completed in March 2021 as a nine-story, 121-residence building. El-Ad National will be breaking down ground early 2022 on the second and final phase, which is comprised of two new residential buildings (ALINA 210 and ALINA 220). Withsales led by Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, residences in the three towers will range from one to four bedrooms and span from 1,400 to over 5,400 square feet, with many featuring dens and private terraces that overlook the iconic The Boca Raton golf course. Residences are priced from $1.7 million to over $8 million. Once ALINA 210 and ALINA 220 are completed in Q3 2024, the full luxury property will feature a total of 303 units and residents can explore a myriad of shared spaces andamenities across the expansive campus, including over three acres of private outdoor amenity space, two private rooftop pools, outdoor dining and entertainment areas, lavish green spaces, outdoor yoga spaces, two dog parks, top-of-the-line fitness centers, generously sized club rooms, and His and Hers Spas with dry saunas, steam rooms, treatment rooms and indoor and outdoor relaxation rooms. For more information, please visit www.alinabocaraton.com. More on El-Ad National Properties Boca Raton based El-Ad National Properties is an Elad Group company, which is a highly regarded development team known for best-in-class projects in the most sought-after neighborhoods in New York and nationwide. Known and recognized worldwide for the history-making, restoration and conversion of the famed Plaza Hotel, Elad Group is continuously making strides in real estate and receiving public acclaim for many of its properties. Elad’s New York portfolio of iconic buildings includes One West End, the first and tallest condominium project to come to market in Christian de Portzamparc’s masterfully-designed Riverside Center, 22 Central Park South, an exquisite collection of full-floor luxury condominium residences overlooking Manhattan’s famed Central Park, 250 West Street, a 1906 warehouse turned luxury condominium in the heart of TriBeCa, and 108 Leonard, a 19th century McKim, Meade & White Italian Renaissance Revival landmark conversion in TriBeCa. Elad Group is committed to developing architecturally significant buildings and partnering with renowned architects and design professionals to create premier new developments. For more information, visit eladnational.com. By ML staff. 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Fogo de Chão, the internationally-renowned restaurant from Brazil that allows guests to make culinary discoveries at every turn, is set to open its new flagship location on Friday, April 22, 2022, at 2801 Ponce de Leon Boulevard. The restaurant will be in The Plaza Coral Gables, a newly developed high-end shopping, dining, hospitality and entertainment destination just steps from the famed Miracle Mile in Coral Gables. Experiential Restaurant from Brazil to open new flagship at The Plaza Coral Gables with the debut of Next Level Lounge and The Butchery Fogo’s two-story Coral Gables location will feature an expansive 280 seat dining room, anchored by an open air churrasco bar where guests can dine and watch gaucho chefs display the culinary art of churrasco as they butcher, prepare and grill different cuts of protein over an open flame. The new flagship location will also showcase a large outdoor patio for al fresco dining, soaring wine cases displaying South America’s finest varietals and dry-aged meat lockers for in-house aging. Additional experiential elements unique to this location include the Next Level Lounge, an exclusive lounge located on the mezzanine level of the new restaurant. Guests can enjoy an elevated setting while discovering premium whiskey, bourbons, and South American wines carefully selected to enhance the guest experience. The Coral Gables location will also feature The Butchery, a grab and go market that celebrates the art of churrasco that Fogo’s gaucho chefs display every day. Guests can enjoy imported charcuterie in The Butchery as they consult with expert butchers on the best cut of meat, freshly carved and packaged to grill at home. The Coral Gables team will be led by General Manager, Neimar Hensel, a native of Brazil who started his career with Fogo in 2019 at the Orlando location as an Assistant Manager, working his way up to his most recent position, General Manager of the Miami Beach restaurant. “The Gables community has been very welcoming to our growing team and we look forward to sharing our warm Brazilian hospitality with another location in South Florida. At Fogo, we continuously strive to provide a dining experience of discovery and joy for our guests,” said Hensel. “The premier dining and shopping scene at The Plaza Coral Gables is the perfect setting for us to show our Fogo fans and new guests what’s next for Fogo as we showcase our new design and experiences.” With the opening of the Coral Gables location, Fogo expects to bring an estimated 120 new jobs to the market. Applicants for both front and back of house can visit fogodechao.com/careers or call (786) 297-8788 for more information. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Fogo de Chão

Neodermis Factor, a new cruelty-free, anti-aging skincare line engineered with a higher concentration of active ingredients and nutrients to renew skin, is launching a new “Epidermal Growth Factor” Refirmation Serum with Hyaluronic Acid and Copper Peptide available nationwide starting April 25 and for pre-order now. This natural healing agent is designed to help repair damaged skin, improve skin hydration, improve the stimulation of collagen and elastin, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and prevent hyperpigmentation. Neodermis Factor’s products include the skin care industry’s most beautifying ingredient, EGF, also known as “Epidermal Growth Factor”. EGF is a protein that convinces skin cells to behave like young, vigorous cells by stimulating cell growth, slowing down the aging process of skin, promoting cell renewal and preserving a youthful glow. Its primary purpose is to heal the skin by promoting DNA synthesis and cell proliferation. This protein also helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improve the overall tone, tightness and texture of the skin. Dermatologists agree that EGF can stimulate collagen production, working as the foundation for youth. EGF, a natural healing agent, is also designed to help repair damaged skin, improve skin hydration, improve the stimulation of elastin, and prevent hyperpigmentation. Formulated by science and inspired by natural beauty, Neodermis Factor’s cutting edge, clinical-grade formulas featuring high-purity, bioactive extracts aim to ring in a new era of skincare where big results come with zero compromise. The clinical philosophy is simple: “all in” products, “all in” outcomes. The EGF-infused Refirmation Serum is made with a small molecular structure, allowing ingredients to penetrate deep down into the dermal skin layer, rather than just sitting on top of the epidermis. This translates into a skin remedy that actually “remedies'' as it confronts all the hard-to-tackle skin issues. The formulation of Neodermis Factor products use a high amount of biological API (active pharmaceutical ingredient) which doubles down on beautifying the appearance of skin. For optimal results, people can apply a pea-sized amount of Neodermis Factor’s Refirmation Serum onto cleansed skin with the fingertips and gently pat onto the face and neck. The EGF-infused Refirmation Serum with Hyaluronic Acid and Copper Peptide will retail for $105/1 fl. oz. and is available for pre-order now. This will be the first of many EGF products for Neodermis Factor.

Oscar nominee Jon Spaihts wife Johanna Watts wore custom Galia Lahav at this year's 94th Academy Awards. She looked absolutely stunning in an embroidered signature GL low back mermaid gown in black! Throughout the award season Johanna was seen in a couple of looks from Galia Lahav: Johanna was a vision in light blue in our JOSEPHINE gown At the British Academy Film Awards she stunned in the MERIL gown By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Yael Friedman PR | Galia Lahav