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Atlanta Hosts First AI Music and Video Creator Weekend October 17-18
Two days of listening sessions, workshops and panels for AI music and video creators at Cr8tive Lyfe Studios. - October 06, 2026 - Samori Coles
Denver-Based Author, Katie O’Brien Ceccarini, Wins National Book Award
Denver author, Katie O’Brien Ceccarini, receives national recognition through the NYC Big Book Award®. The NYC Big Book Award recognized "Fearless Feedback: Everything Managers Have Never Been Taught About Feedback" in the category of Leadership as a Distinguished Favorite. "Fearless Feedback" is changing how managers have feedback conversations, helping them say what needs to be said without losing the relationship. - October 06, 2026 - Endurance Management Coaching, LLC
Space Junker Takes Off
Space Junker, the first novel in a new science-fiction adventure series by David Raine, launched this week. Set in a drought-stricken 22nd-century America, it blends robotics, survival, mystery, humor and orbital adventure. The launch also introduces MIM, an AI system creating continuing side stories within the Space Junker universe, exploring whether AI can maintain characters, learn from editorial failure and carry those lessons into future stories. - October 03, 2026 - David Raine
The N2L Records Announces New Mighty Men of Faith Holiday Album "Echoes of the Season" and Upcoming Singles
The Bay Area gospel quartet's first holiday album arrives Tuesday, November 24, 2026, led by two singles. - October 02, 2026 - N2L Records
Beverly O’Neal Named P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Woman of the Month for September 2026
Beverly O’Neal of Pooler, Georgia, has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for September 2026 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her accomplishments as an entrepreneur, author, breast cancer survivor, and... - October 02, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Readers' Favorite Announces Its 2026 International Book Award Contest Results
Readers' Favorite is proud to announce the winners of their 2026 International Book Award Contest, which consisted of thousands of entries in over 150 genres from all over the world. - October 01, 2026 - Readers' Favorite
Celebrated Actress Essence Atkins, Star of Half and Half and Are We There Yet?, to Emcee Healthy Humor’s 10th Anniversary Gala, “A Decade of Delight”
October 19 celebration at City Winery NYC will mark a decade of bringing joy, connection, and emotional support to children and families in hospitals across the country - September 30, 2026 - Healthy Humor, Inc.
Foot Fetish Toy SOLEHOLE Goes Viral with Millions of Views Online
The patent-pending foot fetish toy sold out its first 1,000-unit production run in two months and has now surpassed 1,600 orders. - September 30, 2026 - SOLEHOLE
Nasty Nick Announces New Album “Artificial Intelligence,” Led by Single “Favorite”
Rapper Nasty Nick revisits years of unreleased material and unfinished ideas for a new project blending his history with AI-assisted production. “Artificial Intelligence” arrives November 7, 2026. - September 26, 2026 - Nasty Nick Musiq
Fairfield Cheese Company to Host Screening of Award-Winning Documentary "The Big Cheese," Featuring In-Person Appearance by Film's Star
Fairfield Cheese Company will present a special screening of The Big Cheese, the acclaimed documentary that has won awards at multiple film festivals, on October 1 from 6:45 PM to 10:00 PM at the Sacred Heart Community Theater. - September 26, 2026 - Fairfield Cheese Company
Santa Monica Beach Club™ Signs Extensive Licensing Agreement With Regal Signatures and Appoints The Sunflowers as Exclusive UK Representative
Santa Monica Beach Club™ expands its international licensing program with The Sharpe Company, The Sunflowers Licensing Group and a major UK licensing agreement with Regal Signatures Apparel and No Chaos. The partnership will bring SMBC’s Southern California lifestyle to fashion, accessories and lifestyle products across the UK, with initial launches planned for late Fall 2026. - September 25, 2026 - Westbridge Licensing
Vicki Thomas Redefines Aging and Reinvention at 80 with “From Woodstock to Wisdom”
At 80, author and purpose advocate Vicki Thomas is challenging outdated ideas about aging through her book, From Woodstock to Wisdom, and My Future Purpose. A two-time cancer survivor and Purpose Prize recipient, Thomas encourages Baby Boomers, especially women, to remain visible, reinvent themselves, and pursue meaningful new chapters. - September 23, 2026 - My Future Purpose, LLC
Salon 387 Expands to Lakeland, Tenn.
Salon 387, a luxury hair salon founded by Elaine Clayton in downtown Memphis in 2015, has expanded with a second location in Lakeland Town Square in Lakeland, Tenn. The new salon is now open and accepting appointments, with an official grand opening celebration Oct. 1 featuring local vendors, giveaways and day-of specials. - September 21, 2026 - Salon 387
Belinda Noah Productions, Inc. Announces the Rollout of Invisible Laws™, an Original Educational and Media Initiative
Belinda Noah Productions, Inc. announces the rollout of Invisible Laws™, an original educational and media initiative created by attorney, author, educator, and producer Dr. Belinda Gail Quarterman Noah - September 19, 2026 - Belinda Noah Productions, Inc.
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Introduces New Members
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) introduces its new Women of Empowerment members. This esteemed group of women have been chosen for membership based on their outstanding achievements and contributions in their respective fields. Welcome To The New Empowering... - September 18, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Names Lewis A. Weiss as a Top Executive for 2026
Lewis A. Weiss of Mahwah, New Jersey, has been named as a Top Executive For 2026 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide for his accomplishments in broadcasting. About Lewis A. Weiss Lewis A. Weiss is the creator, host and CEO of Manufacturing Talk Radio. He launched the show in 2013 to create... - September 18, 2026 - Strathmore Worldwide
Roots Music Rambler Launches New Website, Backstage Pass Community and Artist Services
Roots Music Rambler, the podcast exploring the people and places behind Americana, country, bluegrass, blues, folk and more, has launched a refreshed website alongside its Backstage Pass Patreon community and a new slate of artist services. - September 18, 2026 - Roots Music Rambler
Ginine Emily Smith Honored as Woman of the Month for August 2026 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Ginine Emily Smith of Plano, Texas, has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for August 2026 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her accomplishments and contributions in consulting, entrepreneurship, media, and... - September 17, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Caribbean Films to Watch: Six Voices Reshaping Diaspora Cinema at CSIFF26
Best Film nominees from Cuba, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, Nevis, and Guyana headline this year's Conch Shell International Film Festival, October 9–11 in Queens, NY. - September 17, 2026 - Conch Shell Productions
Motimatic Expands Lifecycle Marketing Platform to Connected TV
Motimatic has expanded its lifecycle marketing platform into Connected TV (CTV), enabling brands to reach and engage audiences across premium streaming platforms including Disney+, ESPN, Hulu, Peacock, Paramount, Roku and more. The expansion brings Motimatic’s behavioral and motivational science-driven approach beyond social media and across more of the customer journey. - September 16, 2026 - Motimatic
New York Times Bestselling Author William Landay joins Christopher Mirabile for Launch of “The Holdfast”
New York Times bestselling novelist William Landay, author of “Defending Jacob,” sits down with Christopher Mirabile to celebrate the launch of “The Holdfast,” the highly anticipated Silas Lopez mystery sequel. Fellow Newton natives and former attorneys, Landay and Mirabile share a passion for literary crime fiction where the mystery is only the beginning. Released September 15, “The Holdfast” returns Silas Lopez to Provincetown for a new mystery where loyalty, power, and belonging collide. - September 16, 2026 - Bublish
Blue Shark Vodka Names WWE Hall of Famer Tito Santana as Legend in Residence
Wrestling icon joins the brand to champion responsible, mindful drinking through the principles of his book The Champion's Choice philosophy. - September 16, 2026 - Daytoon, Inc.
Bride-to-be Steals the Show at a Billy Joel Tribute, Crowd Goes Wild
What started out as a celebratory night on the town turned into a viral moment at 118 North, when Philly Joel, Philadelphia's Billy Joel tribute band, invited a newly-engaged bride-to-be on stage to sing in front of a packed house. - September 15, 2026 - Philly Joel
Pioneering Geriatrician David O. Staats, M.D., Offers a New Way to Understand How Humans Age
How do humans age, and why does age itself increase our risk for disease? In “Explaining Human Aging,” trailblazing geriatrician David O. Staats, M.D., presents a thought-provoking framework for understanding aging at the level of the whole person. Connecting growth and development with later-life biological changes, Staats explores the mechanisms that shape our lifespan, tissues, appearance, and ability to repair the body over time. - September 15, 2026 - Bublish
Ultimate Dads Unplugged Podcast Launched on August 8 on YouTube
Tune in for an engaging and insightful experience with Ultimate Dads: Unplugged. Hosted by three prominent figures in both sports and business—Dwyane Wade Sr., LaVar Ball, and Quenton Brown Sr. This podcast promises to deliver “Straight up: conversations that connect.” - September 15, 2026 - Ultimate Dads: Unplugged
A Suspicious Death. A Quiet Hero. A Town Worth Fighting For. Christopher Mirabile Returns with "The Holdfast," the Next Silas Lopez Mystery.
Christopher Mirabile’s long-awaited second book in the Silas Lopez series, “The Holdfast: A Seaside Mystery Thriller,” launches September 15, 2026. When a suspicious death uncovers a ruthless real estate conspiracy, an unlikely police chief—a former ranch hand from the high desert Southwest—must defend the people of Provincetown with grit, quiet courage, and an unshakable moral compass in this atmospheric Cape Cod mystery. - September 14, 2026 - Bublish
Rocksiii Turns Heartbreak Into a World of Her Own with "Don’t Go"
Emerging pop artist Rocksiii introduces a new chapter of her artistry with “Don’t Go,” an emotionally driven release inspired by the complicated feelings that remain after a relationship falls apart. Blending nostalgic pop influences with a darker, more personal edge, Rocksiii transforms heartbreak into music, visuals, and an immersive creative concept that invites listeners into her world. - September 14, 2026 - Rocksiii
Beyond Beaches and Palm Trees: CSIFF26 Invites New Yorkers to Discover the Caribbean Through Film
Beyond Beaches and Palm Trees: CSIFF26 Invites New Yorkers to Discover the Caribbean Through Film - September 13, 2026 - Conch Shell Productions
Water, Memory and Caribbean Identity: Two CSIFF26 Filmmakers Invite New York Audiences to Experience Their Stories
Aruban filmmaker Velvet Zoé Ramos and Puerto Rico-based filmmaker Lindsay Traban bring Adrift Wak Leu and Where the Waves End to the big screen October 10 at the Conch Shell International Film Fest - September 13, 2026 - Conch Shell Productions
Harlem Globetrotter and Three-Time "Amazing Race" Star Herb "Flight Time" Lang Tells Sport-N-Soul He's Running for Mayor
Lang lays out his platform for his Arkansas hometown Saturday, Sept. 12 at 12:30 p.m. ET on The NOW Television Network - September 12, 2026 - Sport-N-Soul
Lee Enterprise Ventures, LLC Unveils Reimagined Dr. Zee Publishing Website, Expanding Its Vision for Children’s Literacy, Storytelling and Creative Learning
Newly redesigned Dr. Zee Publishing website transforms a traditional author platform into an imaginative literacy and storytelling destination for children, families, educators and communities. - September 11, 2026 - Dr. Zee Publishing.LLC
September 27 is World Rivers Day 2026
On the fourth Sunday of September, World Rivers Day commemorates the many values of our rivers and encourages river stewardship and conservation around the globe – this massive worldwide event involving more than 100 countries and millions of participants has its roots in British Columbia Rivers Day. - September 10, 2026 - World Rivers Day
Washington, DC Crowned America's "Horniest" City as New Data Reveals Where OnlyFans Obsession is Strongest
OnlyLocate launches with new OnlySearch data revealing America’s ‘horniest’ city and the surprising locations driving OnlyFans demand. The research reveals the states with the highest demand for local creators and shows just how specific some regional interests can be, such as 1 in 8 Utah users clicking on Mormon-themed creators – 31 times the national rate. - September 10, 2026 - OnlyLocate
Laur Zimmardi Honored as a Woman of the Month for September 2026 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Laur Zimmardi of Tucson, Arizona, has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for September 2026 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her contributions and achievements in phlebotomy, education, entrepreneurship, and... - September 10, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Woman of the Year 2026 Sarah Warden to be Showcased on Times Square Billboards
Sarah Warden of Maryland Heights, Missouri, will be recognized by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) on the iconic Times Square billboards on September 23, 2026. Warden was recently named P.O.W.E.R.’s 2026 Woman of the Year and was selected for the... - September 10, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
"Courage of the Spirit II" Now Released by Norbert Weinberg
Eight decades after his liberation from the Nazis and the Soviets, the account of Rabbi Dr. William Weinberg imprisonments and escapes has been reissued in a new, expanded edition. - September 09, 2026 - Norbert Weinberg
3rd Edition of Bay Area Women Open T20 Cricket Powered by 3 Minor League Teams - Blazers, Grizzlies and Strikers
The three Bay Area Minor League Cricket franchises, Silicon Valley Strikers, San Ramon Grizzlies, and Bay Blazers—have joined forces to host this year’s tournament under the Bay Area Women’s Open T20 banner. This collaboration creates a unified platform to elevate women’s cricket across the Bay Area and USA. - September 05, 2026 - Bay Area Open Cricket
Gravitational Waves from New Jersey Signal Trouble in Yantus SciFi Thriller
Sizyl announces the release of Paul Yantus’ sci-fi technothriller, "Black Void Retribution." When physicist Dr. Andrea Coster's revolutionary nuclear waste disposal technology - powered by scalable black holes - is hijacked by vengeful former operatives, rogue colliders begin swallowing dense radioactive material and causing unearthly gravitational anomalies. Available now across major distributors and on Kindle Unlimited. - September 05, 2026 - Sizyl, LLC
Jeff Duff of Pinot’s Palette Named IFA Franchisee of the Year
Multi-unit franchise owner to be recognized by world’s oldest and largest franchising association; Will be honored at the IFA Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C for excellence in business, giving back, and providing opportunities to those around them. - September 03, 2026 - Pinot's Palette
Music for Humanity Celebrates 21 Years with Anniversary Concert
Music for Humanity will celebrate its 21st anniversary with a special 21st Anniversary Celebration Concert on Sunday, October 25, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the Mulder Chapel at the Warwick Conference Center in Warwick, NY. For tickets and additional information, visit MusicForHumanity.org. - September 03, 2026 - Music for Humanity
Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida’s Fundraiser, The Chic and Unique Ball, Returns with Wild Elegance
The Chic and Unique Ball returns on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood. This year's "Wild Elegance" theme launches GMCSF's Season 17, Believe. Guests can expect a jungle-inspired evening of glamour and daring fashion. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with a red carpet, cocktails, dinner, and live entertainment. Dueling electric violinists, The Synergy Twins, will perform. The evening also includes silent and live auctions plus the Golden Ticket Drawing. - September 02, 2026 - Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida
FLORALXM Launches National, Production-First Floral Partner for Experiential Marketing and Live Events
Founded by award-winning experiential producer Jedd Davis and celebrity floral designer Roberto Gonzalez, FLORALXM helps event agencies execute premium floral installations across major U.S. markets with centralized creative direction, production oversight and quality control. The company officially launched in Spring 2026 and is now accepting new clients nationwide. - September 01, 2026 - FLORALXM
The Phone Valet™ Announces Nationwide Availability for Weddings and Private Events
The Phone Valet™, a Miami-based event-hospitality company, collects guests’ phones at the door, keeps them safely attended throughout the event, and returns them in seconds whenever needed, bringing its coat-check-for-phones service to celebrations nationwide. - September 01, 2026 - The Phone Valet
Cris Cyborg Delivers PFL’s Biggest Audience of 2026 with 420,000 Viewers on ESPN
PFL MMA Tampa Main Event Becomes Second-Most-Watched PFL ESPN Broadcast Ever, Highlighting Cyborg’s Continued Star Power and Record Audience for Women’s MMA - August 31, 2026 - Cris Cyborg
Flash Victorious Releases Debut Album Transparency and Launches Extraordinary Collective Music Group
Victor Bushell Sr., known professionally as Flash Victorious – Profit to the People, officially releases his debut album, Transparency, on August 31, 2026, alongside the launch of Extraordinary Collective Music Group, a Houston-born independent record label created to amplify purpose-driven... - August 31, 2026 - Extraordinary Collective Music Group
New Book from The Oaklea Press Asks Whether Science is Discovering That Consciousness is More Fundamental Than Matter
Researched and written by artificial intelligence and edited by author and longtime consciousness researcher Stephen Hawley Martin, the book puts physicalism under intense scientific scrutiny. - August 28, 2026 - The Oaklea Press
Karkariya Mawlid 2026 Unites Seekers from Four Continents in Devotion, Humanitarian Service, and Scholarship
Al-Karkari Institute highlights the Eighth International Week of Sufism, held by the Karkariya order in Al-Aaroui, Morocco, for the Mawlid of 1448 AH / 2026. Under the theme "Ihsani Guidance for Building Food Security and Economic Stability," seekers from the United States, Canada, France, Egypt, Tunisia, Jordan and Saudi Arabia joined a night of remembrance, an international blood donation drive, and a conference on the Moroccan zawiya as a model of solidarity and sustainable development. - August 28, 2026 - Al-Karkari Institute
Black Southern Artist AYANNA Honors Dolly Parton with "Jolene," Connecting Alabama, Compton, and a Generational Literacy Story
The college professor, songwriter, and producer pays tribute to her childhood hero while revealing how Parton's storytelling influences original songs, including “Jolene” and “Savannah.” - August 28, 2026 - Ayanna Henderson Agency
Yalil Guerra Presents "Viva La Hispanidad" Featuring Two World Premieres in Pasadena
Hispano String Quartet performs contemporary classical music from Cuba, Costa Rica, and Mexico, including world premieres by Francisco Castillo and Jorge Maletá and a 2014 Latin GRAMMY-nominated composition. - August 27, 2026 - RYCY Productions Inc.
S-Life Announces Exclusive Professional Networking & Dating Event Connecting Ambitious Professionals
A professional networking and dating platform designed to help accomplished individuals build meaningful personal and professional connections, today announced its upcoming Platinum event, an exclusive gathering created for professionals seeking authentic relationships, elevated networking opportunities, and meaningful connections. The event will take place on September 11 at Bar Moon in Houston, TX, bringing together a curated community of professionals from diverse industries. - August 27, 2026 - S-life