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Sugarman Launches Otto Warmbier Campaign
David Sugarman launched into the political/social activism spotlight in 2013 after he launched the #BringBaeBack campaign to raise awareness for American Kenneth Bae, who is imprisoned in North Korea. Sugarman’s goal in creating this campaign was to create more public support for the release of Bae. Through this initiative, Sugarman has met with top-tier government, political and social figures that include US Representative Charles Rangel (NY-D), and Reverend Jesse Jackson. - March 16, 2016 - SugarTime Records
Source-Omega Grows as DHA Private Labeler of Registered Ingredient SOURCE OIL® from Chromista
Source-Omega announces many new 3rd party DHA omega-3 supplement private labels approved to launch in the first half of 2016. Several of the new DHA products seek to benefit prenatal, pregnant and nursing markets in the USA, China and Singapore. SOURCE OIL® is a water extracted DHA algae oil... - March 14, 2016 - Source-Omega
Rescue Alert - Chi Chi the Quadruple Amputee Golden Retriever Comes Home to America
On Friday the Golden Retriever who was tortured and left for dead in a trash bag in Korea, will conclude her overseas journey and begin her new life at home in the United States. Chi Chi (which means “loving”, in Korean) will arrive at LAX at 1:30PM PST, accompanied by her Korean caretaker, and veterinarian. Before she is united with her new family in Arizona, members of the press are invited to to film the “Welcome Home” celebration. - March 11, 2016 - Animal Rescue Media Education
Wing Chun Kung Fu School Opens in Irvine
Wing Chun Kung Fu school, The Dragon Institute, will hold its grand opening in Irvine on Saturday February 20th. Open to the public, the event will begin at 2:00 PM with the first 30 attendees to receive 2-weeks complimentary training. - February 12, 2016 - The Dragon Institute
ThinkNow Research Expands Demographic Focus
ThinkNow Research, a culturally-integrated market research agency, today announced its shift from a U.S. Hispanic focus to include African-American and Asian demographics. “With the success of our Millennial Project Research initiative over the past year and a half which was inclusive of... - January 20, 2016 - ThinkNow Research
CommonFloor Helps Chennai Flood Victims Find & List Homes for Safe Shelter
As heavy rains continue to lash Chennai, the city is submerged in water and people are desperately in need of help and relief. Due to severe flooding, people from various parts of the city are left stranded on for long hours without food and proper shelter. To help the people in Chennai,... - December 05, 2015 - Commonfloor.com
K-FOOD Web Drama "Delicious Love" Successful Released
The Korean Web drama Delicious Love was planned and sponsored by the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corp. (KAFCO) and produced by Pixef Korea. The series has a total of six episodes that make up three two-episode stories, “Remembering the Taste,” “Wondering the... - November 19, 2015 - K-FOOD Fair
"Spirituality Circle" - Visit New Museum of Spiritual Art in Franklin, Ohio
The new Museum of Spiritual Art is the private art collection of Ramesh and Chris Malhotra. The artworks on display are by local artists and from across the globe, showing paintings and artifacts of the world's different religions. The Museum of Spiritual Art is located in Franklin, Ohio, USA. - September 14, 2015 - Spirituality Circle
Pacific Islands Society Taps Vice President to Lead New Corporate Sponsorship Initiative in Japan, Taiwan, and the Philippines
New Responsibility Part of Expanded Role for Japanese Female Executive at American Nonprofit - July 31, 2015 - Pacific Islands Society
Privateplus Mortgage Expands, Adding Xiaoling He
PrivatePlus Mortgage, a division of Private Bank of Buckhead, has named Xiaoling He a Vice President and Mortgage Banker. Her impressive experience includes working as an engineering researcher and investment advisor. “Xiaoling’s training and experience as an engineer and her work as... - July 29, 2015 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
Annamacharya 607th Jayanthi Celebrations at Bharatiya Temple Troy MI
Bharatiya temple Troy MI and S Cube TV celebrated 607th Annamacharya jayanthi on May 2nd. Annamacharya has mentioned key points like everyone is equal, there is no cast system, all gods are one, women have rights to rule the country, through his keerthanas. Around 120 children and 30 musicians... - May 13, 2015 - S cube
Lueur Dorèe San Francisco Bay Area Boutique Now Offers Hands on Training on Eyelash Extensions, Eyebrow Extensions, Threading, Airbrush Tanning and Distributors Program
Lueur Dorèe Announces certified trainers/Distributors to their list of services. - April 16, 2015 - Lueur Doree
There is Finally a Solution for China’s Strangest Cultural Confusion – The English Name
Lindsay Jernigan an Expat in Shanghai created and launched www.BestEnglishName.com - China’s only resource for English names created by a Westerner and native English speaker. Instead of choosing an English name based on super heroes or household items, this website provides accurate and comprehensive information to help Chinese people pick an appropriate and fitting English name. - March 24, 2015 - BestEnglishName.com
Ivy Exec and China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) Announce Winner of $25,000 MBA Scholarship
China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) recently hosted a scholarship campaign exclusively with Ivy Exec, in which one Ivy Exec member would ultimately be awarded a $25,000 scholarship to study for their MBA in Shanghai. Out of the 55 qualified applicants for this prestigious award,... - March 12, 2015 - Ivy Exec
Move Over ETFs - Quantitative Finance Model Cracks Open Emerging Markets
Haugen Systems has produced and tested its first Emerging Markets version of the Haugen Expected Return Factor Model covering Central Asia, which includes China, India and Taiwan. Backtests of 7046 companies in the Central Asian region show returns of 45.8% in excess of the regional benchmark and 45.4% in excess of the S&P for the 15 year period ending December 31, 2014. - February 10, 2015 - Haugen Custom Financial Systems
Beretta Presents the SO6EELL Izumi Project: the 1st Premium Over-and-Under Shotgun Engraved by a Katana Sensei
For the very first time the antique noble art of forging Japanese Katana Swords meets up with the ancient Italian tradition of firearms manufacturing, giving life to a one-of-a-kind set to be unveiled by Beretta at the Safari Club International Show, this week at Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas NV on Thursday, February 5th. - February 05, 2015 - Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta SpA
College Track Announces Commitment to Expand College Access and Completion at White House Event
College Track CEO, Elissa Salas and Senior Advisor, David Silver joined President Obama, the First Lady, and Vice President Biden along with hundreds of college presidents and other leaders in higher education at the second White House College Opportunity Day of Action. Organizations announced over... - December 09, 2014 - College Track
The All Season Facial Scrub – Paraben Free INDERMICA Mandelic Scrub
Hydroquinone and paraben free; the INDERMICA innovative skin care and treatment products boast a combination of natural ingredients blended with cutting-edge compounds. - December 04, 2014 - Indermica
The Erotic and Sensual Beauty of Asian Male Nudes -- a Visual Feast in Norm Yip's Third Photography Book "The Asian Male – 3.AM"
"The Asian Male - 3.AM" is a new photography book by Canadian-Chinese photographer Norm Yip featuring men of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Filipino, and Albanian-Cambodian descent. The photography is testament to Asian faces and their physiques in a personal vision that explores external beauty, sexuality in youth, bondage and nudity. Forty-one men grace the pages of "3.AM," with a selection of 76 images that bring both contemplation and questioning to the status quo. - November 22, 2014 - Studio 8 HK Publishing Ltd.
Daniel Magazine Hosts VIP Event at Avalon Hollywood to Debut Rebranded Seconded Issue
Daniel Magazine is a lifestyle publication focused on the strong, driven gay Asian male. Launched in 2013 with George Takei as their first cover model, Daniel Magazine will elevate its brand on November 6, 2014 with the release of its second issue. “Elevate” at Avalon Hollywood is a red-carpet event and will bring together guests and VIPs from the entertainment/media industry for a night of live performances, drinks, and giveaways. - October 26, 2014 - Daniel Magazine
"NIRMALA: The Mud Blossom" by Fiza Pathan
"Nirmala: The Mud Blossom" graphically depicts the travails, discrimination, and abuse faced by female children in India from the cradle to the grave. Available on Amazon.com in Paperback and Kindle version. ISBN 978-1-5006031-1-3 $ 5.99 ASIN B00M9ORT9K $ 2.99 - August 26, 2014 - Fiza Pathan
English for Everyone Now
Practice English online from your desk. Affordable, small classes to help people master English skills they need for a better life. - August 14, 2014 - ESL Helpers
Recharge Asia Brings 3D Printing Expo and Conference to the Southeast Asia Region on August 28, 2014
The first annual 3D Printing Exposition and Conference aims to educate and showcase rapidly emerging 3D printing technologies and additive manufacturing to a global audience. - July 23, 2014 - RechargeAsia Corp
Sukki Singapora Champions the Girl Summit
The Sharan Project brings International Star Sukki Singapora to the World Stage to campaign against Forced Marriage in the UK. - July 22, 2014 - Sukki Singapora
The Hawai‘i Herald Goes Online
The Japanese American Journal, printed locally for over three decades, launches its online edition today at TheHawaiiHerald.com. - July 21, 2014 - Hawaii Information Service
Susan Au Allen to be Honored as "Woman of the Year" for 2014
The National Capital Area Council (NCAC), Boy Scouts of America (BSA) will honor Susan Au Allen, National President & CEO, US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce as the “Woman of the Year” for 2014 at the 2014 Champions of Character Dinner on June 18, 2014. This award is to... - June 09, 2014 - Washington, DC District, National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
ISKCON New York Celebrates 39th Annual Hare Krishna Parade
39th Annual Hare Krishna Festival of the Chariots Fifth Avenue Parade and Festival of India at Washington Square Park Saturday June 14, 2014, 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. Free Event, All are invited. - June 05, 2014 - NY ISKCON
JKYog Celebrates Affiliate JKP Education’s Nelson Mandela Peace Award with Aim to Inspire Youth to Community Service
JKYog centers celebrate the work of affiliate JKP Education, which just received the Nelson Mandela Peace Award, aiming to inspire youth - May 03, 2014 - JKYog
The Prestige Group Reminds the Citizens of India That It is a Time to Take a Stand, It is a Time to Vote
As the largest democracy in the world goes to elections this month, Prestige Group associates with a Bangalore-based Designer to put together a campaign to get every Citizen of India, to go out and Vote. - April 11, 2014 - Prestige Group
2014 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
The 2014 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival will highlight Japanese American culture and foods. - April 08, 2014 - Sakura Matsuri Inc.
Knipp to Lend Expertise to Housing Investment Forum
Wally Knipp Founder and CEO will be speaking at the FICON event March 3rd and 4th in Santa Monica. With the Buy hold and lease industry heating up again, Hedge fund companies and Investors come from all over to share experiences and where the market is going. What will be the next business model. Wally Knipp will share his expertise and draw on his production experience as well as the buy, hold and lease model. - March 01, 2014 - Knipp Contracting
NAMWOLF’s Comment on the "Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies & Practices of Entities Regulated by the Agencies"
The following is NAMWOLF's Commentary on the "Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies & Practices of Entities Regulated by the Agencies": "The 'Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies &... - January 23, 2014 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Dana Point Chinese New Year Event to Showcase Wing Chun Kung Fu
A Dana Point community event for the whole family to feature the multi-faceted art of Wing Chun Kung Fu along with a lion dance exhibition and kids activities. - January 16, 2014 - The Dragon Institute
Eye Care Specialties for Asian Skin - Helps Make Eyes Look Younger
Asian-Americans having specific under-eye skin care needs are now being aided by special eye care products from a natural-ingredient skin-care company. One of the products lightens severe dark circles, helping the under eye area look clearer and brighter. Another fights puffiness, smooth’s... - January 10, 2014 - Reviva Labs
BDA Advises AgFeed on Divestiture of US and China Operations
Business Development Asia ("BDA") is pleased to announce that its client, AgFeed Industries Inc. ("AgFeed"), has closed the sale of the outstanding capital stock of AgFeed Industries Inc. (British Virgin Islands), the holding company for AgFeed's Chinese subsidiaries... - December 11, 2013 - BDA Partners Ltd
The We women foundation Launches Its 2013 Awareness Campaign, Emerging Women of Burma
The We women foundation, Thailand, launches its 2013 awareness and fundraising campaign profiling the Emerging Women of Burma. The campaign runs until 17th January 2014 and aims to raise $10,000 to help fund upcoming projects in Burma and enable the foundation to continue supporting the women of... - December 09, 2013 - We women foundation
Kindle eBook on Tendulkar, Cricket and Sports
"Lessons at Love All Play - Legend Tendulkar Matters!" by @saumilzx Publisher: Amazon.com as a Kindle ebook, 247 pages Estimated Date: mid Nov'13 - November 17, 2013 - saumilzx.com
One World School Announces New Partnership with INTEL and Global Grid for Learning (EduTone)
The One World School LLC of East Moline, IL is thrilled to announce a new partnership with INTEL and Global Grid for Learning (EduTone), beginning October 10, 2013. INTEL has chosen the One World School to be one of its content providers of online courses for their new Education Portal, opening to... - November 08, 2013 - One World School
Butler County Resident Receives 2013 Ohio Heritage Fellowship Award from Ohio Arts Council
The founding director of NrityArpana, Anupa Mirle will receive the 2013 Ohio Heritage Fellowship Award on November 3, 2013 at Veterans Memorial (Columbus) as part of the Columbus International Festival. The award is presented by Ohio Arts Council. - October 31, 2013 - NrityArpana School of Performing Arts
New Internet Start-up HotelDealsweekly.com Launched in Singapore
EuroAsia Communications Pte Ltd is pleased to announce the soft-launch of HotelDealsweekly.com an online reservation portal which recently launched in the Republic of Singapore. Offering content in 13 languages HotelDealsweekly.com is poised to become, in the next 18 months, a Top 10 OTA within... - October 16, 2013 - EuroAsia Communications Pte Ltd
Agcapita Releases 2013 Farmland Investment Whitepaper
Agcapita is pleased to announce the release of its 2013 comprehensive whitepaper on farmland investing. Sample sections include: Global Farmland Demand Drivers - Population growth and economic prosperity - Consumption in China - Productivity gap - Consumption of meat and dairy products -... - September 03, 2013 - Agcapita
Anislo Unveils a Web Page Letting Users Compare Camera Lens Prices Across Amazon in 9 Different Countries
Anislo (https://anislo.jp/), company of a Japanese package forwarding service, has unveiled a new web page (compare amazon prices) that lets users compare the prices of camera lenses across Amazon's sites in 9 different countries. If a shopper living outside of Japan wishes to buy a product sold on... - August 14, 2013 - Anislo
BDA and BOCOM Announce Strategic Partnership for Crossborder M&A Involving China
Business Development Asia LLC (“BDA”) and Bank of Communications Ltd (“BOCOM”) have entered into a strategic partnership agreement to co-operate on cross-border M&A transactions involving Chinese companies. This agreement will offer BOCOM enhanced access to BDA's global... - August 08, 2013 - BDA Partners Ltd
The First Maid Cafe in NY Hosts a Grand Opening on Sunday, August 18th
Maid Cafe NY is a theme café, hoping to interest young adults by offering unique Japanese food, drink and merchandise served by professionally trained servers dressed in cute maid outfits in a fashionable Japanese pop setting. There are Maid Cafés all over the world, including Japan, China, Canada and France, but not in New York, America’s most fascinating city in the world. Maid Cafe NY will be the first “Maid Café” in New York and on the entire East Coast of America. - August 07, 2013 - Maid Cafe NY
FXOpen Reveals Secrets of Asia’s Best Forex Trader’s Success
FXOpen, one of the leading brokers in Forex, has recently launched a challenge for Forex traders – all residents of the Asian region have been invited to participate in a most impressive and rewarding event - Asian Forex Championship. - August 02, 2013 - FXOpen
FXOpen Announces Asia’s Best Forex Trader
FXOpen, together with ForexCup, is happy to announce the results of the largest regional forex-contest – Asian Forex Championship. - July 31, 2013 - FXOpen
Asian Pacific Women's Center Eleventh Annual Metamorphosis Gala
Asian Pacific Women’s Center: 11th Annual Metamorphosis Gala. Honoring US Bank, Change A Life Foundation, and Jin Kim. The Asian Pacific Women’s Center (APWC) hosted their 11th Annual Metamorphosis Gala on Wednesday, May 22 at 6:00pm. The event which was held at the Walt Disney Hall... - May 25, 2013 - Asian Pacific Women's Center
New Mandarin Chinese Learning Series Release in September for Children
Introduction of Everyday Dialogs and Connection to My First Words Series. Bilingual Me Publishing House is a fledgling company with a unique idea and a growing audience. This publisher’s innovative talking-pen book design allows users to listen to bilingual audio of its books by touching an electronic pen to the pages. With a North American audience in mind, these Chinese-language learning materials have been produced for school-aged learners whose parents speak no Mandarin. - May 22, 2013 - Bilingual Me Publishing House, Inc.
Asian Pacific Women's Center's 11th Annual Metamorphosis Gala
Asian Pacific Women’s Center Holds Eleventh Annual Metamorphosis Gala at the Disney Concert Hall on May 22, 2013 at 6pm Honoring US Bank, Change A Life Foundation, and Jin Kim Asian Pacific Women’s Center (APWC), located in Los Angeles, California, presents its 11th Annual... - May 22, 2013 - Asian Pacific Women's Center
Gifted Kazakh Girl Overcomes Poverty and Lands Film/Recording Contract
Humanitarian and Film/Music Entertainment story about an extremely talented girl who overcame poverty with the help of her extraordinary talent and just signed a film/recording contract. She has always given her time to charitable causes and has vowed to donate a substantial portion of her music sales to charity. - May 21, 2013 - UpOrDown Entertainment