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Friday August 22nd, 2025 - Edition 025

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Supreme Teases Its Next Chapter, With Intrigue Surrounding the Face of the Season

ART AND FASHION

The fashion world is buzzing as Supreme readies its Fall/Winter collection. The biggest talking point isn’t just the anticipated outerwear but the campaign’s face: Playboi Carti. Many expect him to join the brand’s iconic Photo Tee legacy, a coveted piece for collectors. While we won’t be entering the online frenzy ourselves, we extend best wishes to those brave enough to chase the drop. Meanwhile, for those in Dallas, the Arts District continues to deliver exciting cultural developments. At its heart is the Dallas Museum of Art, a cornerstone since its 1984 opening. Recently, the institution announced Brian Ferriso, formerly of the Portland Art Museum, as its new Director. His appointment signals fresh leadership at a time when the DMA is poised to shape the city’s cultural future. At Abel, we’re eager to see how Ferriso’s vision enhances the museum’s role as both a civic hub and artistic destination.

TV AND FILM

Production on the final season of Stranger Things wrapped in December 2024, and Netflix plans to release it in three parts throughout 2025, as the cast shares behind-the-scenes photos and episode titles to build anticipation. Meanwhile, the film Challengers, directed by Luca Guadagnino and starring Zendaya, has earned praise for its smart screenplay and compelling performances, positioning it as an under-the-radar tennis drama worth watching. On the streaming front, Netflix’s A Perfect Pairing, a rom-com set among vineyards and sheep stations in Australia with Victoria Justice, continues to capture attention for its charming premise and growing online buzz. And Disney+ fans can look forward to McGuire, the revamped Lizzie McGuire revival starring Hilary Duff, which is trending across social media ahead of its premiere.

MUSIC

Earl Sweatshirt is preparing to release his seventh studio album, Live, Laugh, Love, continuing a career defined by creativity and unpredictability. To celebrate, he hosted an album release party in Los Angeles, where fans were shocked when an older performer took the stage in his place—an homage to MF DOOM’s legendary use of decoys. Earl himself never appeared, staying true to his enigmatic persona. Odd Future’s legacy remains vibrant, with its members consistently pushing boundaries. Tyler, The Creator underscored this by announcing the lineup for the 11th Camp Flog Gnaw festival. True to form, the bill spans multiple genres, featuring A$AP Rocky, Clairo, Childish Gambino, and T-Pain, alongside Geezer, a new collaboration between Kevin Abstract and Dominic Fike. The festival remains one of the most eclectic and anticipated events in music. For fans of Earl, Tyler, and their creative circle, 2025 promises another year of memorable artistry.

SPORTS

The 2025 Premier League season kicked off last week, setting the stage for another dramatic campaign. Manchester City seek to extend their dominance, but Arsenal, Liverpool, and a rejuvenated Manchester United are poised to mount serious challenges. Crystal Palace, guided by Austrian manager Oliver Glasner after securing the club’s first trophies, stand out as a genuine dark horse. New transfers and freshly promoted sides add unpredictability, ensuring every weekend feels like a must-watch. Beyond football, golf’s focus shifts to East Lake for the PGA Tour Championship, the pinnacle of the FedEx Cup playoffs. Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and veteran Justin Rose—revitalized and in form—headline a stacked field. With the Ryder Cup looming, the Atlanta showdowns offer a tantalizing preview of U.S. versus European rivalries. Rounding out the weekend, college football officially returns as Iowa State and Kansas State clash in Dublin, Ireland, a global stage for America’s fall tradition.

GLOBAL AND DOMESTIC

At the Fed’s annual Jackson Hole symposium, Chair Jerome Powell hinted strongly that a September interest-rate cut is possible if inflation continues easing—a move that sparked positive reactions across stock markets and helped push bond yields lower . Meanwhile, the European Union has secured a deal for new U.S. tariff arrangements on EU-made cars, including retroactive relief that applies to imports dating back to August 1 . On the domestic front, Congress is developing a bipartisan infrastructure agreement focused on climate resilience and broadband expansion, while a breakthrough bilateral pact between Brazil and Colombia commits both nations to rainforest protection and ending deforestation incentives. In markets, tech stocks rallied on earnings beats, lifting the Nasdaq by over 2%, offering a bright note amid global policy uncertainty.