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New Book Asks: Are Religious Beliefs Keeping Black Women Single?
Author Raykel Tolson Challenges African-American Women in Her Latest Novella. - August 16, 2018 - Raykel Tolson
7 Time Award Winning Documentary - "In The Name Of Comedy" is Going Online
On Tuesday, August 21st, the 7 time award winning documentary, "In The Name Of Comedy" will be available on iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon. "In The Name Of Comedy" is a true story that was inspired by a fake video. Let's backtrack. Four years ago, Brett Eidman was a struggling,... - August 16, 2018 - In The Name Of Comedy Film
BPW Canada Marks the 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Hosts an SDG Gala to Advance the Global Goals
On August 10th & 11th in Ottawa, the Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW Canada) hosted two events, one at the Global Centre of Pluralism and the other at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier to gather defenders of human rights and to shed light on the global goals and priorities that countries have already agreed upon. - August 16, 2018 - BPW Canada
AT&T and New Lab Give Young Technologists from Girls Who Code Hands-On Experience with Entrepreneurship
New Lab and AT&T announced today the delivery of a workshop program to twenty high-school students, designed to give them a first-hand look at advanced technology and entrepreneurship. New Lab played host to Girls Who Code, a non-profit that supports girls in computer science and aims to close... - August 15, 2018 - New Lab
All Professions Job Fair on Friday, August 17
Targeted Job Fairs, in partnership with the Midwest Black Family Reunion, hosts their annual All Professions Job Fair. - August 14, 2018 - Targeted Job Fairs
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) to Host Next Active Shooter Preparedness Town Hall Meeting in Des Moines, IA
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) continues to host town hall meetings in congressional districts around the country with focus on raising awareness of active shooter threats and how to survive them. - August 14, 2018 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Jingsourcing Achieves the Milestone of Serving Two Thousand Importers in Three Years
Jingsourcing, a Chinese sourcing company dedicated to assisting small to medium businesses, has just earned the distinction of successfully serving 2,000 customers within 3 years from its inception. The company’s efficient service has been instrumental behind the rise of numerous overseas... - August 14, 2018 - Jingsourcing
Swift020 VTOL Drone Works with Forestry Officials in Japan
The Swift020 UAS successfully flew over densely forested areas within the Ishikawa prefecture in Japan. Working with members of the Ishikawa Prefecture Research Center for Agriculture and Forestry, the local forest cooperative association and key forestry industry leaders, the flights were held... - August 13, 2018 - Swift Engineering Inc.
Global Peace and Unity Rally Announced at National Mall in Washington, DC on September 2, 2018
A Global Peace and Unity Rally, https://www.UnityPeacePrayer.com, to create a climate of tolerance, inclusivity and kindness announced. The Rally will be held at the Lincoln Memorial and surrounding park areas on the National Mall in Washington, DC on September 2, 2018. Organizers expect thousands... - August 09, 2018 - Global Peace and Unity Rally
Puerto Vallarta's Historic Center Declared a Cultural Heritage of the State of Jalisco
“Puerto Vallarta’s historic center is the heart of our city and a major attraction to our visitors and, like all world heritage sites, it must be recognized as an irreplaceable part of our legacy,” said Javier Aranda Pedrero, Director of the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board. “We applaud the actions taken by Jalisco’s Department of Culture and welcome everyone to enjoy this iconic part of the city.” - August 09, 2018 - Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
More Single, Black, Women Are Taking a Vow of Celibacy...
“More black women are taking a vow of celibacy until marriage,” states relationship blogger & author, Djuana Harvey. In her Facebook group of nearly 4,000 Single women, Djuana, 32, witnesses this phenomenon everyday. “More & more women are saying ‘no’ to... - August 08, 2018 - Queens Arise Conference
Wakanda-Themed KamerFEST Music Festival Comes to Atlanta
KamerFEST Weekend Event Schedule Released. - August 08, 2018 - KamerFEST
ADP Partners with National Black MBA Association Chicago for the Premier Chicago Area One-Day Conference for Diverse Leadership & Advancement
Business Leadership Institute - Circle of Influence Conference is believed to be an event not to be missed. The Business Leadership Institute (BLI) is an annual one-day power-packed conference filled with seminars and networking geared toward industry best practices in leadership, innovation, and... - August 08, 2018 - National Black MBA Association Chicago
Autism Service Dog from SDWR Delivered to 7-Year-Old Boy in York, Maine
A 7-year-old Boy in York, Maine named Jackson received a very special delivery of his very own Autism Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, also known as "SDWR." - August 08, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Dr. Mary J. Gallant Recognized as a Woman of the Month and Honored on the Reuters Billboard by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dr. Mary J. Gallant of Glassboro, New Jersey has been honored as a Women of the Month for May 2018 and honored on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and... - August 08, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
CHHRC to Host the “Stuff The Bus” Parking Lot Party
On August 11th 2018 from 9am to 5pm at the CHHRC headquarters the Cherry Hill Health and Racquet Club is teaming up with the Center for Family Services injunction with the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey to hold a Stuff the Bus event. The goal is to help send southern New Jersey kids back to school with a smile. - August 07, 2018 - Cherry Hill Health and Racquet Club
Church of Scientology Brings Diverse Crowd Together for Friendship Day
The Nashville celebration of International Friendship Day took place on July 31st at the Church of Scientology with the theme “Many People, One Community.” - August 04, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Luminous Entertainment Presents LLC Presents Unijams Music Fest
Music has no Barriers - August 03, 2018 - Luminous Entertainment Presents LLC
Thomas J. Snee Commemorated with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Thomas J. Snee of Burke, Virginia has been commemorated with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of nonprofit associations. About Thomas J. Snee Thomas Snee retired after 31 years with... - August 03, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
#BeeToo Hashtags Are Going Viral - Depression, Anxiety and Mental Health Are Closely Connected to Medical Dependency
New Social Organisation - MediBee Community raises awareness on the growing need for support and attention to the millions of people who are affected by poor mental health and the rising amount of medicine dependency in the western world is a clear reflection of that. MediBee - a grass root organisation who see possibilities of prevention and support through digital solutions, are now reaching out for media's help through GoFundMe. - August 02, 2018 - MediBee
Camp Carter International Karate Association Donates Needed Supplies to Public Elementary School in Philippines
Camp Carter International Karate Association (CCIKA) proudly announces a partnership with Kabuyao Elementary School in the Philippines, whereby it will donate needed school supplies throughout the year. While on a 3-country tour through Asia, Grand Master/Hanshi James D. Carter took time out to... - August 02, 2018 - Camp Carter International Karate Association
Dr. Archie D. McMillion, Sr. Pastor Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Archie D. McMillion, Sr. Pastor has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of religion. About Dr. Archie D. McMillion, Sr. Pastor Pastor Archie McMillion has almost... - August 01, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
"The Potato Thief," Newest Novel in the Mercy Row Series About Philly's Irish Mob
When Harry Hallman or Buddy as his family called him, was growing up during the 1940s and 50s in the blue-collar section of Philadelphia known as Kensington, he never dreamed that he would be the author of four novels about his hometown and its infamous Irish gangsters. Throughout his childhood, he... - July 31, 2018 - Harry Hallman
The 34th Annual Pakistan Independence Day Parade and Festival Will Take Place on Sunday, August 5, 2018, 10:00 AM Stepping Off 38th Street Down Madison Ave, Manhattan
The NYC Pakistan Day Parade is the largest celebration of Pakistan Independence Day in North America. - July 31, 2018 - Pakistan Independence Day Parade and Festival Committee
Release of 2 Original Songs/Videos, (Bi-lingual English and Japanese) Praising the MLB's Young Superstars and Luminary Players from a Lifelong Fan's Viewpoint
Singer Songwriter James Udesky has released two full-version video songs (bi-lingually in English and Japanese) praising three of the new superstars in the game in a beautiful, panoramic song "Shohei, Javy, & Altuve (English version), and "Shohei, Kimi no michi o yuuke" (Japanese version). Written to attract appreciation of young fans to the MLB, as well as expressing insight as to the efforts made by these superstars to reach the upper echelon of their professional aspirations. - July 30, 2018 - Udesky Sounds
ChineseABC - New Mobile App Changes the Game for Chinese Learners
ChineseABC - a contextualized video based brand new Chinese learning app. By placing the lessons in the context of real life scenarios, ChineseABC fully engages users and allows them to understand the application and relevance of the context. Also, contextualized videos have the great advantage of providing a multifaceted learning environment. The best way to learn is internalizing concepts through a process of discovery and reinforcement, and contextualized videos help you achieve the goal. - July 30, 2018 - ChineseABC
Seizure Response Service Dog Delivered to Woman with Epilepsy in Brooklyn, NY
35-year-old Rebecca in Brooklyn, NY has just received a very special delivery of an SDWR Seizure Response Service Dog. - July 27, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Filippo Sinisgalli, the Italian Chef to the Stars, Congratulates Cedric the Entertainer for the Dedication of His Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
IL Palato Italiano Michelin Star Awarded Chef Filippo Sinisgalli joins famed celebrities including NBA legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Comedian George Lopez in support of their friend Cedric the Entertainer as he became the 2,640th star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame for Live Performance. - July 26, 2018 - IL Palato Italiano
The World's First Offline English - Chinese Translation Device Offers Online Translating in 20 Languages; "IU" Started Its Crowdfund on Kickstarter 24th July 2018
Intelligent Group Ltd. (http://i-u.com.tw/en/ Taiwan CEO：Austin Yang) has started crowdfunding for his multi-language-translation-device "IU." This hand-size machine is the world's first offline English-Chinese translator with over 20 languages available for translation when online. The world’s smallest, and most lightweight device yet “IU” began crowdfunding on Kickstarter offering low prices to early customers. - July 26, 2018 - Intelligent Group Ltd.
Day of the African Equestrian: Tickets to Gala Reception Honoring African Delegation to 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games in North Carolina Now on Sale
Soiree celebrating African athletes at FEI World Equestrian Games and fêting the continent's contributions to equestrianism will be held at Harambee Farm - Polk County, NC. Tickets available online via Brown Paper Tickets. - July 24, 2018 - SportsQuest International, LLC
Nasrin Sheykhi: "Alien of Extraordinary Ability - The EB-1A Tour:" Iranian Caricaturist Will Debut Latest Artworks in Premier US Exhibition in New York
The Artist's Reception will be held Tuesday, July 24th at NoMo SoHo in lower Manhattan at 9 Crosby Street, from 6:30pm-9:30pm and NoMo SoHo will host a follow-on event on Saturday evening, July 28, 2018. - July 24, 2018 - Stevens Art Management
An Evening with Dr. Temple Grandin & Anita Lesko - Miami, FL - December 13, 2018
Future Horizons will be hosting An Evening with Dr. Temple Grandin & Anita Lesko - Miami, FL - December 13, 2018. - July 23, 2018 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Vedic Friends Association Announces New President
The Vedic Friends Association in an effort to address the growing Hindu community, both Eastern and Westerner practitioners, has elected it's first ever African American president. This is an historic event for this well respected Hindu based nonprofit. - July 23, 2018 - Vedic Friends Association
Southern Utah University Solving the Retention Puzzle
With declining student retention rates climbing across the country, Southern Utah University has created a unique and innovative approach to stop the decline and actually increase retention numbers. In just two years, from 2015-2017, the University went from a stagnant 64% retention rate to 71%, a record high for the institution. - July 20, 2018 - Southern Utah University
Chinese Language Proficiency Made Easy with Revolutionary New Mobile App
ChineseABC - a contextualized video based brand new Chinese learning app. By placing the lessons in the context of real life scenarios, ChineseABC fully engages users and allows them to understand the application and relevance of the context. Also, contextualized videos have the great advantage of providing a multifaceted learning environment. The best way to learn is internalizing concepts through a process of discovery and reinforcement, and contextualized videos help you achieve the goal. - July 19, 2018 - ChineseABC
63% of Senior Executives Say Diversity and Inclusion is Very Important
Diversity And Inclusion Are Highly Valued by Most Companies, But Sourcing Talent Remains a Key Challenge - July 19, 2018 - IIC Partners
Mary’s Center Launches Stories Into Books, Memoirs from Its Senior Members
A Journey of Unique and Inspiring Life Experiences in 15 Stories. - July 19, 2018 - Mary's Center
OnPoint Manufacturing Announces Partnership with Ten-Four Clothing
OnPoint Manufacturing, Inc., an innovative leader in on-demand apparel manufacturing today, announced a partnership with Ten-Four Clothing to produce their women’s clothing line. Through this cooperative effort, Ten-Four Clothing is working closely with OnPoint Manufacturing (OPM) to provide... - July 18, 2018 - OnPoint Manufacturing
BanSar Provides Very Competitive and Special Port to Door Shipping Rates from China to Australia
BanSar today began to provide a port to door shipping from China to Australia. - July 18, 2018 - BanSar Freight Forwarding Co., LTD
Clint Bolser Appointed Bridges Division President
Bridges US is pleased to announce Clint Bolser as Bridges Division President. Bolser will spearhead this new position by providing leadership and guidance to Bridges on a national level. Clint has been a transformational leader with Bridges US since 2017. As the Strategic Development Director, he... - July 18, 2018 - Bridges US
Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered to 6-Year-Old Girl with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus in Chestertown, MD
A 6-year-old girl from Chestertown, Maryland named Brooke received a very special delivery today of her very own, a Diabetic Alert Service Dog from SDWR, a 501c(3) nonprofit organization based in Madison, VA. - July 18, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
MSL & Company Request for Development Proposals Selected as Finalist for New Emeryville Center for the Arts and Culture
MSL & Company, LLC (MSL) was selected as one of three finalists, from among the submissions for a Request for Qualifications Proposals (RFQP) for the new Emeryville Center for the Arts and Culture. Selection was based on the Overall Objectives & Key Elements established by Council and a Selection Panel’s application of the Scoring Criteria. The teams chosen had the highest scores and demonstrated the greatest understanding of the community’s needs, and ability to design, develop, and operate. - July 17, 2018 - MSL & Company, LLC
Ambassador to the U.S. Set to Attend Exclusive East Coast Screening of The Road to Mother
World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation (formerly OTCBB: WWMO) will be co-hosting a special screening of the Feature Film The Road to Mother (theroadtomother.com) at the Carnegie Science Institute for Science in Washington D.C. on July 19th, 2018. The screening, supported by the Embassy of the... - July 17, 2018 - World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation
Custom-Trained Autism Service Dog to Help 7-Year-Old Girl in Riva, MD
A 7-year-old little girl in Riva, MD named Caroline received a very special delivery of her very own Autism Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, also known as "SDWR." - July 17, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
California Band Releases "Immigrantes" Single to Raise Money for Immigrant Families
A new song called "Inmigrantes" by a California Mexi-Americana band will raise money for immigrants jailed in the recent border crackdown. Califuegos will donate 50 percent of the 2018 profits from the song “Inmigrantes" to the ACLU, Texas Civil Rights Project, and RAICES, nonprofits that promote justice by providing free and low-cost legal services to under-served immigrant families. - July 16, 2018 - Califuegos
Real Life Black Super Hero DangerMan Releases His First Song "I'm DangerMan the Black SuperMan"
Wednesday July 18th 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM Guys North at Jerry's World Famous Deli, 12655 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, Recording Artist & Real Life Black Superhero DangerMan will release his new song "I'm DangerMan the Black SuperMan" - July 14, 2018 - Dangerman
Relentless Singer Celebrates Debut Album with CD Release Concert
At just 18 years old, Christian Contemporary Artist Jennifer Jimenez has graduated high school, reached #10 on iTunes Christian/Gospel charts, and submitted Relentless for a nomination consideration for the 61st Annual GRAMMY® Awards. Jennifer will be performing live with her band at a CD release concert and worship service at ARISE Assembly of God of Brandon at 401 Pauls Drive, Brandon FL 33511 on August 10th, 2018 at 7:00pm. - July 13, 2018 - Hands in Motion Music & Marketing
Seizure Response Service Dog Delivered to 12-Year-Old Girl Living in Fredericksburg, VA
12-year-old girl living with epilepsy receives her very own Seizure Response Service Dog from SDWR, a nonprofit service dog organization based in Madison, VA. - July 13, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
W&O Expands Into Asia Pacific Region by Opening a New Office in Singapore
W&O, a global marine distributor of pipes, valves, fittings, and other engineered solutions, opens 18th branch in Singapore. - July 13, 2018 - W&O Supply
Rare Luxury Senior Condo for Sale in DTLA: Ownership Opportunity in Coveted, Historic Los Angeles Neighborhood of Little Tokyo
Alta Properties lists Luxury Senior Condo Unit for Sale in Teramachi Homes, located at 267 S. San Pedro Street #201, Los Angeles CA 90012 - presenting buyers with a rare opportunity to own in the only active adult (55+) luxury condominium complex in historic Little Tokyo, the epicenter of... - July 12, 2018 - Alta Properties