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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
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.
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
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
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
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
Camp Carter International Karate Association Pledge to Donate $1700 to Vallejo Sister City Association "Youth Sports Diplomacy Asia Trip 2018"
Grandmaster/Hanshi James Carter has pledged to donate $1700 for this lifetime experience for Vallejo Sister City Association Inner City Youth to participate in Goodwill Sports Games in Asia, "They will travel the world and be seen as sports diplomats." - June 21, 2018 - Camp Carter International Karate Association
INVNT/IP Issues "Stolen Steel" Flash Report on Chinese System for Global Steel and Aluminum Market Domination
Flash report issued by nation-sponsored intellectual property theft tracking group describes the system used by the government of the People's Republic of China with regard to the steel and aluminum industries. The report highlights the basic evidence of this process and the importance of this issue to national security in myriad countries. The report suggests collaborative solutions among the G-7 nations to deal with this process. - June 12, 2018 - INVNT/IP
Dongguan Roche Industrial Co., Ltd. Set to Complete Second Quarter of 2018 as a Top Toggle Clamps and Case Latches Manufacturer
Clients Across the World Continue to Trust Roche for Quality Toggle Clamps and Latches - June 12, 2018 - Dongguan Roche Industrial Co., Ltd.
Tuition Free, Full Day, Chinese Bilingual K-12 School is Being Offered by the Elite Preparatory Academy with a Grant from New Jersey Chinese Community Center
An agreement has been reached between the New Jersey Chinese Community Center and the Elite Preparatory Academy on June 6, 2018 to provide Tuition Free, Full Day, Chinese Bilingual, K-12 education to parents and students in the U.S. First day of school is scheduled to start on September 4,... - June 08, 2018 - Elite Prep
Now on Kickstarter: Spring in Sakuragaoka, an Original Work of Art by Award-Winning Kick-Heart Anime Background Artist, AYMRC
Well known for his collaborations with award-winning director and animator, Masaaki Yuasa, AYMRC’s pop-anime-style artwork now enters the puzzling world. - May 23, 2018 - Playing Grounded Ltd.
Human Trafficking Suspense Thriller "Trafficked," Featuring an Indian-American Lead, is Now Available for Streaming on Amazon Prime
Indian-American Actor Alpa Banker co-stars in this fact-based film featuring Ashley Judd, Patrick Duffy, Elizabeth Rohm, & Sean Patrick Flanery. - May 21, 2018 - Alpa Banker
VIBE Launches "Urban Asia Vol. 1" Hip Hop and Rap Compilation Series
VIBE magazine teams with Hong Kong based B2 Music to launch a new "Best of Asian Hip Hop" series. The first of its kind, "Urban Asia Vol. 1" includes hits from top Chinese superstars Jackson Wang, Higher Brothers and Edison Chen, as well as bangers from India, Japan, Korea, Thailand and Mongolia. This series captures the new Urban Asia Movement at its best. - May 09, 2018 - B2 Music
Camp Carter International Karate Association Gives Lifetime Humanitarian Award to Dr. Jonathan Kim, DDS
Camp Carter International Karate Association announces that this year’s Awards Banquet will present the Lifetime Humanitarian Award to Dr. Jonathan Kim for his tireless work and dedication to humanitarian causes in the Korean-American community and around the world. What: CCIKA 2018 Annual... - April 23, 2018 - Camp Carter International Karate Association
The 14th Annual Chinese American Film Festival & Chinese American Television Festival Held a Press Conference During the Beijing International Film Festival
During the 2018 Beijing International Film Festival, the Chinese American Film Festival (CAFF) & Chinese American Television Festival (CATF) organized by EDI Media Inc. made an appearance and held the first, “14th Annual CAFF & CATF Press Conference” on April 16th, 2018 at the Beijing International Hotel. - April 19, 2018 - EDI Media
Xsolus Acquires SkyRockIT: Philippine-Based Offshore Development Company to Further Accelerate Blockchain Solutions Company's Growth
Blockchain Solutions Company, Xsolus, announced on January 29, 2018 its acquisition of SkyRockIT. Headquartered in Panama, Xsolus continues to grow its global presence by partnering with Philippines-based offshore development powerhouse, SkyRockIT. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. As... - March 30, 2018 - Xsolus Inc.
DC Unchained, Mobile RPG Launches Today
This collectible role-playing game features iconic DC characters; The official launch includes 13 Asian Countries - March 30, 2018 - Four Thirty Three
Introducing LADYSCUMBAG: Archetype of Collective Fourth Wave Feminist Evolution
LADYSCUMBAG is a femme archetype that, until now, has not existed in the world. Committed to finding the morsel of self-interest in every situation, she will transform feminine presentation, sexuality, and perceived demureness and incompetence into weapons of mass destruction. This shift in... - March 21, 2018 - LADYSCUMBAG
Female Executive Produced Kazakhstani Film Wins Best Feature Award in NYC
Kazakhstan film, “The Road to Mother," by Executive Producer Aliya Nazarbayeva, won the highest award for "Best Feature Film" at the WeLink International Film Festival in New York. - March 19, 2018 - The Road to Mother
Aciont to Present Phase 1/2 Clinical Data at ARVO 2018 Annual Meeting
Aciont Inc. announced today that Dr. Kongnara Papangkorn, VP of Product Development, will be presenting clinical data of Aciont’s lead product, DSP-Visulex, from its phase 1/2 clinical trial in the treatment of noninfectious anterior uveitis (DSPV-201) at the Association for Research in... - March 10, 2018 - Aciont Inc.
"Night of 100 Stars" Richard Walters Joins ACCS as an Advisor Organizing 2018 Academy Awards Viewing Gala
The ACCS Oscar Viewing Gala, “China Night,” a multi-cultural celebration and Oscar-viewing awards gala just announced the appointment of Richard Walters, President of Smash Music and a leader of Bold Film, as the Advisor of ACCS Oscars China Night Committee. He is a son of Norby Walters, the founder of a Hollywood Oscar viewing party, Night of 100 Stars, and a co-host of Night of 100 Stars for many years. - February 12, 2018 - American-Chinese CEO Society (ACCS)
The ACCS "China Oscar Night Gala" Hosts an International Extravaganza for Dignitaries, Hollywood Celebrities and VIPs
ACCS is excited to announce its Oscars China Night, an Oscar viewing gala with CEO Awards ceremony to take place on Sunday March 4 at Beverly Hills Sofitel Hotel. - February 01, 2018 - American-Chinese CEO Society (ACCS)
Innovate Marketing Group Named Finalist for 2018 The Special Events Gala Awards
Innovate Marketing Group was honored to be Named Finalist for 2018 The Special Events Gala Awards for Best Event Marketing Campaign for its work with Moutai Sensorium. - January 30, 2018 - Innovate Marketing Group
The Hydroponic Oxygen System "Kana-Chan" is Now Launching on Kickstarter
Not only leafy vegetables but also large vegetables and fruits can be easily cultivated at home with this hydroponic oxygen system. Anyone can harvest 3-4 times more than soil cultivation, and the growth speed is 1.5 to 2 times faster. - January 23, 2018 - Versailles Trading Corporation
Wright Scoop Launches Book
The Wright Scoop – Sylvia Hoehns Wright launches book, "Lawfare, American Property Rights versus Muslim Supremacy." - January 17, 2018 - The Wright Scoop
MiraGloss Company Created Skin Lightening Cream for Optimized Skin Clarity for the Asian Market
It is a well known fact that air-pollution affects peoples' health, but there is no doubt that it affects the skin as well, aging people prematurely by as much as a decade. Bad lifestyle, excessive sun exposure and pollution are some of the main sources of damage to the skin – these can cause... - January 15, 2018 - MiraGloss Cream
CMT Materials Opens New Facility in China
CMT Materials, Inc., the global leader in syntactic foams for plug-assisted thermoforming, will open a new location in the city of Shenzhen, China this year. - January 09, 2018 - CMT Materials, Inc.
Tracy McNulty is Appearing as Hot Mistress "Brenda" in Her New Urban Comedy "The Condo"
The sensational new film will be released on December 5, 2017 VOD on all the major cable & online video stores including Amazon & iTunes. - November 30, 2017 - stresh.us
Stool Bank in Asia Welcomes New Scientist
The Asia Microbiota Bank, the first stool bank in Hong Kong, expands the team by adding a new scientist to help lead research efforts on bacteria clusters unique to the Asian population. The scientific team uses next generation sequencing and strain level analysis to optimize Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) treatment outcomes in Asia. "We hope that the deep FMT data we are collecting from around Asia will help uncover key strains that influence intestinal health."-Co-Founder, Jon Chan - November 16, 2017 - Asia Microbiota Bank
Alex Wan Opens Headquarters for Runoff in Atlanta City Council President Race
Two-term City Councilmember goes into the runoff for Atlanta’s second-highest political office with HQ adjacent to Atlanta political institution. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - November 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
4th Annual IP Dealmakers Forum, Nov 15-17 in NYC Offers Exclusive Access to Investment and Intellectual Property Communities
The 4th Annual IP Dealmakers Forum to be held on November 15-17, 2017 in New York City will unite complex IP monetization experts and public and private market investors with personally selected attendees for an evening that must not be missed. “There aren’t many IP industry events... - November 03, 2017 - IP Investment Institute LLC
LumEfficient’s President Gives Controversial Lecture in Hong Kong About Respecting Existing Channels of Distribution
LumEfficient's Randy Reid warns Chinese audience not to bypass distribution and sell direct. - October 31, 2017 - LumEfficient.com
Bhai Sahiba Bibiji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa Awarded Sikhs in Education at the Sikh Awards 2017 in Toronto
Bhai Sahiba Bibiji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa, PhD, was honored with the Sikhs In Education Award at the eighth annual Sikh Awards 2017, which took place at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Toronto. This award is bestowed to any Sikh educational establishment, teacher or individual that is taking a strategic approach to recognizing, educating and developing the talent and skills within the community. - October 30, 2017 - Create Inner Peace
Massachusetts Resident Arrives in the Philippines to Represent the USA at Miss Earth 17th Annual International Pageant
Managed by Carousel Productions, Miss Earth focuses on empowering women through fashion, leadership, travel, and service. Delegates advocate for environmental awareness and protection of the Earth while showcasing tourist destinations. The reigning Miss Earth is Katherine Espin of Ecuador. - October 25, 2017 - Prestige Communications
Bumrungrad International Hospital Achieves Global Healthcare Accreditation
Bumrungrad International Hospital (BIH) (https://www.bumrungrad.com/thailandhospital), a pioneer in medical travel since 2002, has been awarded a three-year term of “Accreditation with Excellence” by the Global Healthcare Accreditation Program (http://globalhealthcareaccreditation.com/)... - October 23, 2017 - Global Healthcare Accreditation
CMS Global and the Online Learning Consortium to Host Global Quality Summit on Nov. 15th in Orlando
CMS Global and the Online Learning Consortium (OLC) today announced they will host the Global Quality Summit (GQS) on Nov. 15, in Orlando, Florida. The GQS will take place in conjunction with OLC Accelerate 2017, OLC’s annual international conference on digital learning and teaching. The Summit’s one-day program will focus on advancing growth of global online education and will feature high-level representatives from global top 100 schools. - October 18, 2017 - CMS Global
Buckhead Coalition Endorses Alex Wan for Atlanta City Council President
The Buckhead Coalition has endorsed Alex Wan, who is seeking the Atlanta City Council President seat after two successful terms on Council. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - October 07, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Canoe Pool & Santo Mining Corp Sign LOI for Bitcoin Pool Market in America
Chongqing Yuhuan Technology Co., Ltd., operating as Canoe Pool and Santo Mining Corp., operating as Podwerks (OTC: SANP), a manufacturer of modular container units servicing the U.S., today announce the signing of a letter of intent ahead of executing a definitive agreement to merge the two... - October 02, 2017 - Canoe Pool
Atlanta City Council President Candidate Alex Wan Receives Highest Grade from Committee for a Better Atlanta
Alex Wan, who is seeking the Atlanta City Council President seat after two successful terms on Council, garners highest rating of "excellent" from influential group; was one of the top two scorers of all candidates who participated Citywide. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - September 26, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
"2017 US China Jilin Radio and Television Week" Series of Activities in the United States Officially Launched in Los Angeles
To further promote the cultural exchanges between China and the United States and to further enhance the understanding and friendship between the two countries, the "2017 US China Jilin Radio and Television Week" series of activities co-organized by Media Office of Jilin Provincial... - September 20, 2017 - EDI Media
Local High School Interns Dig Deep Into Virtual Reality
On August 19th, high school students from all over the DMV came together to present their final research projects to three established professionals. This was the last stage in their six-week internship program. Dr. Mingu Lee started TALK Youth Leadership three years ago as a way to give... - September 14, 2017 - TALK Youth Leadership
Korean Temple Cultural Event is Open to the Public for the First Time
In honor of the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea, Cultural Corps of Korean Buddhism is kicking off festivities with a Cultural Week of Korean Temple Food and a real taste of what it’s like to visit Korean temples. The public will get to experience this without hopping on a plane and... - September 11, 2017 - Korean Temple Food
2017 Chinese American Film Festival & Chinese American TV Festival; Celebrates a Grand Debut of a "Double Festival" at the End of October in Hollywood
The Chinese American Film Festival hosted by EDI Media Inc. held the 2017 Chinese American Film Festival & Chinese American TV Festival Press Conference on September 1st at the Los Angeles Public Library’s Central Library. - September 06, 2017 - EDI Media
BDA Advises UQM Technologies on Equity Issue & JV with China National Heavy Duty Truck/Sinotruk
BDA is pleased to announce that its client, UQM Technologies Inc (NYSE MKT: UQM) has entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement (“Agreement”) with China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co Ltd through its wholly owned subsidiary, Sinotruk (BVI) Ltd (collectively,... - August 29, 2017 - BDA Partners Ltd
Alex Wan Qualifies for Atlanta City Council President's Race
Alex Wan officially qualifies for City’s second-highest office after two successful terms as a City Councilperson. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - August 25, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Georgia Equality Endorses Alex Wan in Race for Atlanta City Council President
Wan again gains support of statewide organization as he seeks Atlanta’s second-highest office after two successful terms as a City Councilperson. - August 09, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
HiNative, the Q&A App for Language Learners from Lang-8 Inc., Has Passed 1 Million Registered Users
The number of users on HiNative has been growing rapidly since entering 2017. The total number of registered users increased from 390,000 in January to 500,000 in February before finally breaking 1 million on June 26. The increase was driven in large part by a surge in users outside of Lang-8,... - August 08, 2017 - Lang-8 Inc.
Charity Event: Founders Metropolitan Community Church Hosts Japanese American Internment Play, "Bits of Paradise: Kochiyama's Crusaders" (7/28) (Los Angeles)
On Fri., July 28 at 7 p.m., Founders Metropolitan Community Church (MCC) hosts "Bits of Paradise: Kochiyama's Crusaders," a staged reading of a play that focuses on the women of the Japanese American Internment who united behind the barbed wire to support their fighting men during World War II with a correspondence campaign. The movement was led by budding activist, Yuri Kochiyama, who would go on to be nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. All proceeds will benefit this interdenominational church. - July 27, 2017 - Marlan Warren, Writer
Longtime State Rep. Managing Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Atlanta native Doug Teper to serve as campaign manager for Alex Wan, who is running for Atlanta City Council President. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - July 18, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Continued Strong Financial Backing for Alex Wan’s Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Two-term City Councilperson Alex Wan draws support from broad cross-section of residents across Atlanta in bid for City’s second-highest office. - July 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta