May 15, 2010 - Contents

Features

The Bourbon Revival

The bourbon industry helped fuel the rebirth of a once-struggling Louisville. Now Louisville is returning the favor.  Read More

Sense and the City

Beijing is a place you have to see (taste, smell and hear) to believe.  Read More

Web Exclusive: The End of the (Book) World as We Know It

The publishing industry is enduring hard times. And in order to survive, it must rewrite the book on how it does business.  Read More

Departments

Walking in Circles

For centuries, labyrinths have held great spiritual significance. Now everyone from medical professionals to religious leaders is touting the healing effects of these intricate walkways.  Read More

Game Plan

One way to bring hope, joy and even peace to war-torn, ravaged countries like Rwanda and Kenya? Indestructible soccer balls.  Read More

UpFront

Brighten Up

In case you haven’t noticed, there’s a new trend in the realm of skin-care products. Granted, their ultimate goal is still to give you eternally wrinkle-free, youthful skin. But now these products also promote radiant, glowing, spotless, incandescent skin.  Read More

Now You’re In Business

They say necessity is the mother of invention. Happily, what she’s rapidly giving birth to (following one of our worst global economic crises ever) is a legion of history’s scrappiest and most resourceful bedroom entrepreneurs. Dream of building a better widget or publishing the next great American novel? Then enough with the excuses, because with the following high-tech products and services — which let you bring million-dollar ideas to life faster than you can say “cha-ching!” — it’s now easier than ever to launch your own cutting-edge start-up.  Read More

In the Nude

Flesh-toned hues, from deep beige to peachy pink, are being touted as the new black — especially for footwear. Flattering, versatile and subdued (yet sexy), nude shoes are destined for the same classic status as oversize sunglasses and sheath dresses.  Read More

How Sweet It Is

Bitter about the country’s ongoing economic woes? Some news to sweeten your mood: According to recent studies, candy and chocolate have both proved to be recession-resistant, and sales of each are even expected to rise in 2010. With America’s insatiable appetite for gourmet goods, it’s no wonder that small-scale specialty confectioners are also thriving. To indulge, try the following:  Read More

Floating Fantasies

Cruising often gets a bad rap but, in truth, there’s never been a better time to book a voyage on the high seas. While traditionally many have chosen a cruise by ports visited or perhaps with the ultimate destination city in mind, today’s trips can be geared to indulge specific interests while on the high seas. Foodies, fashionistas, families, adventurers — even those seeking to learn from professors and other experts — can all find itineraries to fulfill their floating fantasies. Here are a few suggestions for those looking to set sail this summer.  Read More

Downlow

A Graphic Retelling

S.E. Hinton, who brought us The Outsiders, is the latest author to venture into the world of graphic novels.  Read More

Mad about Max

Meet MAX RYAN, the hunky new star of this month’s highly anticipated Sex and the City 2.  Read More

Hear, Hear

Two more notable new releases out this month.  Read More

Breathe Again

Toni Braxton is getting back to her old self, recovering from a health scare and returning to her musical roots.  Read More

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Highlights from this Issue

Image about Skin-care Products
Brighten Up

In case you haven’t noticed, there’s a new trend in the realm of skin-care... Read More

Image about Iphone
Now You’re In Business

They say necessity is the mother of invention. Happily, what she’s rapidly... Read More

Image about Christian Louboutin
In the Nude

Flesh-toned hues, from deep beige to peachy pink, are being touted as the n... Read More

Image about San Diego
How Sweet It Is

Bitter about the country’s ongoing economic woes? Some news to sweeten your... Read More

Image about Rome
Floating Fantasies

Cruising often gets a bad rap but, in truth, there’s never been a better ti... Read More

Image about S.e. Hinton
A Graphic Retelling

S.E. Hinton, who brought us The Outsiders, is the latest author to venture... Read More

Image about Actor
Mad about Max

Meet MAX RYAN, the hunky new star of this month’s highly anticipated Sex an... Read More

Image about Greg Laswell
Hear, Hear

Two more notable new releases out this month. Read More

Image about Toni Braxton
Breathe Again

Toni Braxton is getting back to her old self, recovering from a health scar... Read More