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Goblin Slayer, Charmed, Dallas, Assassination Classroom Stars Next Up in Wizard World Virtual Experiences Online Events May 9, 12, 14

Fans Can Purchase Live Video Chats, Recorded Videos, Signed Photos During Events, Accessible via Dedicated Website, Social Platforms for Fans Across The Globe - May 03, 2020 - Fan Expo HQ

Wizard Entertainment’s Wizard World Vault to Feature One-of-a-Kind Memorabilia Among New Offerings

Autographed Photos, Memorabilia, Posters, Unique Items Available Through WizardWorldVault.com Website - May 02, 2020 - Fan Expo HQ

No Sale of Jagex Yet - Plutos Sama Holdings, Inc. Interested in Exploring Purchasing Jagex

Stop Order on Sale of Jagex Limited - May 01, 2020 - Plutos Sama Holdings, Inc.

9/11 Promise Awards Scholarships to the Children of First Responders & Veterans

On Friday, May 1, 2020, the 9/11 Promise non-profit organization is awarding scholarships to the children of fallen and/or injured First Responders & Military Service members. - May 01, 2020 - 9/11 Promise, Inc.

Michigan-Based Songwriter Paul Lubanski Has Announced That Each Piece Within His Dynamic Discography is Now for Sale

Michigan-based songwriter, Paul Lubanski has announced that each piece within his dynamic discography is now for sale. His eclectic diary of entertaining and inspiring tracks include: 29 country-accented rock, love and Christian Worship (many can easily cross-over into the pop category). All have... - May 01, 2020 - Paul Lubanski

Osteopath Gavin Routledge Offers Expert Tips on How to Reduce Lower Back Pain During the Coronavirus Lock Down

Author and osteopath Gavin Routledge appears as a guest on The Segilola Salami Show podcast where he shares expert tips on how to reduce your lower back pain when you have to self-isolate during the COVID-19 lock down. - May 01, 2020 - Segilola Publishing

Bel Vino Announces Virtual Wine Tasting with George Bursick

A unique collaboration with one of one of the premiere winemakers who have shaped the California Wine industry. Join Erika Batiz, General Manager, and Sommelier George Bursick live to taste and talk wine, answer questions as well as discuss the latest releases at Bel Vino Winery. - April 30, 2020 - Bel Vino Winery

World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation (WWMPC) Partners with Innovative Streaming Platform

World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation (formerly OTCBB: WWMO) announced today that it has entered into an agreement with the new streaming platform Filmocracy. The arrangement encompasses the licensing of a variety of films from the WWMPC catalog, consisting of various genres, including Red Roses... - April 30, 2020 - World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation

My-State Trek Virtual Event Provides New Opportunity to Support ALS Research While Social Distancing

Virtual event provides opportunities to get active at home and raise funds for cutting-edge ALS research at the ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI). - April 29, 2020 - ALS Therapy Development Institute

GalaxyCon Launches Virtual Celebrity and Fan Experiences

With social distancing measures in place for large gatherings, GalaxyCon is extending beyond the confines of a comic con and taking immediate steps to connect celebrities and fans from the comforts of their own homes. - April 28, 2020 - GalaxyCon

Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade is Named Top Three of 100 Events in South Florida by BizBash

Winterfest, Inc. is recognized as producing one of the most influential annual events in South Florida. - April 28, 2020 - Winterfest, Inc.

New Dungeon Craft Tabletop Kickstarter Series Castles & Keeps & Cursed Lands Announced by 1985 Games

1985 Games is back with another blockbuster crowdfund, adding two new titles to the Dungeon Craft library. Whether you’re running a castle siege, a diplomatic dinner party, or exploring the twisted forests of D&D’s Curse of Strahd(TM), Castles & Keeps and Cursed Lands contain hundreds of terrain pieces to enhance every group’s tabletop RPG experience. - April 27, 2020 - 1985 Games LLC

WRIXX Youth Fiction Writing Contest 2020

Young writers have the opportunity to have their short story published as they enhance their writing skills. - April 26, 2020 - WRIXX

Grimm, Gotham, the Boys Standouts Next Up in Wizard World Virtual Experiences Online Events April 30, May 2; Free Video Q&A Streamed Live on Twitch, Youtube, Facebook

Fans Can Purchase Live Video Chats, Recorded Videos, Signed Photos During Events, Accessible via Dedicated Website, Social Platforms for Fans Across the Globe - April 25, 2020 - Fan Expo HQ

Ginger Rogers Birthplace is for Sale

The two-bedroom, 1-1/2 bath house at 100 W Moore Street, Independence, Missouri is where famous Hollywood actress Ginger Rogers was born. It was operated by the Owens-Rogers Museum for two years. It is now for sale by Three Trails Cottages, LLC. The house was purchased by the company in 2016 and fully restored by Gene Padgitt and HearthMasters, Inc. - April 24, 2020 - Owens-Rogers Museum

68th Annual Maggie Awards® Winners Revealed - 42 Brands Win Coveted Maggie and 116 Receive Awards of Excellence

The Maggie Awards are the publishing industry's longest reigning peer-reviewed awards program honoring excellence in print and digital medias. - April 24, 2020 - CU2 LLC

Comedians Help Boy with Neuroblastoma

Zoom for Owen - April 23, 2020 - SMILES FOR MILES

A New Book Explains How Individuals Can Capitalize on, and How the Nation Can Bounce Back from, the COVID-19-Induced Economic Crisis

Albert Einstein said, “In the midst of every crisis, lies great opportunity.” A serial entrepreneur and former principal of the world-renowned ad agency, The Martin Agency (GEICO; “Virginia is for Lovers”), has released a book that explains how to begin now to take advantage of opportunities that will be created. - April 23, 2020 - The Oaklea Press

Lucas Till, iPOP Alumni, Appears as Digital Guest on CBS’ The Talk @ Home

IPOP Alumni Lucas Till, joined the host of CBS’ The Talk for their at home segment. - April 23, 2020 - iPOP! LA

iPOP Alumni Shameik Moore Guest Judges on New Quibi Show

IPOP Alum, Shameik Moore is featured on the new Quibi Cooking competition series Dishmantled as a guest judge. - April 23, 2020 - iPOP! LA

My Hero Academia, Outlander Standouts Next Up in Wizard World Virtual Experiences Online Events April 28, 30; Free Video Q&A Streamed Live on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook

Fans Can Purchase Live Video Chats, Recorded Videos, Signed Photos During Events, Accessible via Dedicated Website, Social Platforms for Fans Across The Globe - April 23, 2020 - Fan Expo HQ

Mark Gus Scott's Hard Rock Recipe with Power Country Flavor

30th Anniversary re-release of rock band Trixter's #1 MTV Hit "Give It To Me Good." - April 22, 2020 - Mark Gus Scott

Lauded Motown-Based Songwriter Paul Lubanski Releases "Keep The Change" and Launches New Website

Native Michigander and prolific songwriter, Paul Lubanski releases his soulful country track "Keep The Change" worldwide April 24 and simultaneously launches his new website www.paullubanski.com. "Keep The Change" has been reviewed as "hugely sing-along soulful" both... - April 22, 2020 - Paul Lubanski

KryptAll's Secure Calling Maintains Your Business

Communication is the basis to conducting business. Business espionage targeting phone conversations and/or calling records along with email and computer hacking are now a reality. Encrypted calling and storage of data has become paramount in keeping your business secure today. There are solutions such as KryptAll that provides secure encrypted calling, without calling records, to any phone in the world. - April 21, 2020 - KryptAll

Amid a Global Crisis Where Mental Health Experts Fear the Worst, Comes a New Documentary Addressing the Suicide Crisis Starring Jared Padalecki & T.O.N.E-z

After five years of production and post production work, the groundbreaking feature documentary, "I Chose Life: Stories of Suicide & Survival" is complete and is being released independently on the film's official website on May 7 with a premiere online screening event. As of May 8, the documentary will be available for rent or purchase on the website. - April 21, 2020 - Starseed Pictures

New Book "You Are the Influencer" by Renee Meriste

“You Are The Influencer” is a new book by industry expert Renee Meriste. The book takes a reader on a short, data infused hyper lesson of the do's and don'ts of the music business...and really any business. Renee brings over 25 years of global entertainment industry experience into the... - April 21, 2020 - You are the Influencer

73 Years Later the Black Dahlia Honored with New Indie Film

Filmmaker releases first trailer prior to run on film festival circuit. - April 21, 2020 - Night Rain Productions

Vital Spaces Announces #NMtwinning - A Social Media Art Challenge with Prize Money

Vital Spaces announces the launch of a new social media art challenge inviting New Mexicans to recreate or reinterpret works of art in local collections and post their pictures to Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter using #NMtwinning. Weekly winners and prize money. - April 20, 2020 - Vital Spaces

Hoboken Locals Launch Hoboken Hospitality Alliance (HoHA) to Support New Jersey Restaurant Industry During Times of Crisis

New organization to spotlight local “ghost kitchen” Founder, Corey Manicone, and Goldcoast restaurateurs Anthony Pino (Pino Hospitality Group) & Kevin Cox (Montclair Hospitality Group) on Tuesday, April 21 to kick-off local support efforts. - April 20, 2020 - Hoboken Hospitality Alliance

New Orleans Mourns the Loss of Gospel Singer & School Choice Advocate Edward West

A gifted musical artist, school choice advocate & community leader dies due to COVID-19 complications. - April 19, 2020 - Collage Worldwide Entertainment

"Lethal Weapon" Star Gary Busey, "RWBY" Standouts Next Up in "Wizard World Virtual Experiences" Online Events April 21, 23

Free Video Q&A Streamed Live on Twitch, YouTube; Fans Can Purchase Live Video Chats, Recorded Videos, Signed Photos During Events, Accessible via Dedicated Website, Social Platforms for Fans Across the Globe - April 18, 2020 - Fan Expo HQ

CROC MarTech Lab Digitizes Exhibition Atelier E.B: Passer-by for Garage Museum of Contemporary Art (Moscow)

CROC MarTech Lab, a marketing technology unit of IT company CROC, has digitized Atelier E.B: Passer-by exhibition for the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art. Analytical tools integrated into the virtual panorama reveal the number of unique visitors, the most popular artworks, visitor categories that interacted most with the exposition, and other metrics. Such analytics will help the museum to learn more about its online audience and tailor processes and activities to their needs. - April 18, 2020 - CROC

Los Angeles College-Access Nonprofit Takes 20th Annual Fundraiser Online

Los Angeles college-access nonprofit takes 20th annual fundraiser online; Across social distance, MOSTe plans an inspiring virtual benefit - April 17, 2020 - MOSTe Motivating Our Students Through Experience

Fusion Flowers Announces International Designers of the Year for 2019 Including Lisa Belisle AIFD

This year’s Fusion Flowers International Designer of the Year Competition 2019 winner included Lisa Belisle AIFD, CFD, CF, a small business owner and instructor at Flora Elements Education and Design in Delafield, Wisconsin. The competition aims to find the best floral designers from all over the world and to express their creativity and design skills. Belisle won a bronze medal in the Wedding Category. - April 17, 2020 - Flora Elements Education and Design

iPOP! LA Launches Digital Industry Talk Series - iPOP! Chat

iPOPLA Launches a New Digital Talk Series – iPOP Chat. Featuring Industry Power Players, the Sessions are open to Upcoming iPOP Attendees. - April 17, 2020 - iPOP! LA

Nina Norstrom Author of "Not a Blueprint It’s the Shoe Prints that Matter / A Journey Through Toxic Relationships" Receives Coveted Book Excellence Award

Nina’s book teaches lessons about engaging in toxic relationships which are like an outburst of a pandemic disease - deadly as the conronavirus. - April 16, 2020 - Nina Norstromm

Making Holistic Wellness Accessible to the Community

Local nonprofit, The Community for Holistic Integration, furthers its mission of bringing holistic wellness to Central PA through connection, education, and integration by releasing its first book offering tools and techniques for creating positive change. - April 16, 2020 - P.A.V.E. Press

A Young Sea Otter's True-Life Adventure Teaches Young Readers About Marine Wildlife in New Children's Book "Sabby the Sea Otter"

Young readers will be thrilled with the new children's book "Sabby the Sea Otter," which presents the true story of a how a real-life sea otter pup and his mom were reunited, while teaching fun sea otter facts and an important lesson about how human activity affects wildlife. - April 16, 2020 - Linden Publishing

Noted Alzheimer's Activist and Author of "Blue.River.Apple," Nancy Nelson Has Signed with Social Media Strategists FoxPromotions

FoxPromotions has agreed to assist acclaimed author and Alzheimer's Activist Nancy Nelson in creating a social media strategy to increase awareness of her fight against Alzheimer's. A sought after speaker, Nancy continues her battle against her affliction through personal appearances and her numerous editions of her book, "Blue.River.Apple," an exploration of Alzheimer's through poetry. - April 15, 2020 - FoxPromotions

No-Cost Music Relief Funding Program Expanded by Sound Royalties for Music Royalty Rights Holders

Zero-Cost Advance Options Available to Songwriters, Artists, Producers and Select Service Providers Through May 16 - April 14, 2020 - Sound Royalties

"The Stars in April" Acquired by Iron Stream Media

"The Stars in April" Releases Worldwide in Spring 2021. - April 12, 2020 - Childress Ink

Ravish Zahid Thomas, Mrs. Pakistan World 2020

Touchgate Global Inc. is a company that organizes Mrs. Pakistan World pageant. Mrs. Pakistan World is a beauty pageant for married Pakistani women from around the world. - April 12, 2020 - Touchgate Global Productions

"Burning Hearts – Psalms on the Road" – a Musical Masterpiece That Provides Refreshing New Musical Settings to the Psalms

Recent release "Burning Hearts – Psalms on the Road – Volume 1" from Emmaus Media Group’s composer Stephany Dobosz is a melodious collection containing 63 musical settings for the Psalms for liturgies and prayer services. - April 10, 2020 - Emmaus Media Group

Minerva’s New Watch Together Service Closes the Gap of Social Distancing

Talk, chat and take group selfies while watching television with friends. - April 10, 2020 - Minerva Networks

iPOP Alumni, Jacob Batalon Featured in Newley Released Quibi Series

iPOP Alumni Jacob Batalon reunites with Spiderman director Sam Raimi in the Quibi Horror anthology 50 States of Fright. The platform debuted on April 6. - April 10, 2020 - iPOP! LA

iPOP Alum, Madelaine Petsch Featured in Elle Magazine April Issue

In the April issue of Elle Magazine, iPOP Alumni Madelaine Petsch takes readers inside her plant-based lifestyle. Get to know more about iPOP's successful alumni. - April 10, 2020 - iPOP! LA

Socially Distant Scares: Pennsylvania Haunted Attraction to Launch "Mobile Horror Experience"

Thousands of horror fans are looking for a unique form of entertainment while in Quarantine and a Pennsylvania Haunted Attraction has stepped up to meet the demand with an innovative new experience. - April 09, 2020 - Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park

VOS Digital Media Group and EVNTL Artificial Intelligence Collaborate on Leading B2B / B2C AI-Powered Media Technology to Accelerate Revenue

VOS and EVNTL to Integrate Advanced AI in Breaking News, Sports, Finance, Natural Disaster Awareness and E-Commerce Applications - April 08, 2020 - Icaro Media Group