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Russell Simmons Talks About Being “Super Rich” in Elevated Existence Magazine

Hip hop mogul, author and philanthropist explains the spiritual practices behind his success and how others can learn to be rich from the inside out. - March 09, 2011 - Elevated Existence LLC

Egyptian Actor Ayman Samman Composes a Song Dedicated to the Egyptian Revolution

After a successful career as an indie rock singer and a theatre actor in Egypt and Chicago, Ayman Samman is now a working actor in TV and film in Hollywood. He graduated from Helwan University as an Egyptologist and guided tourists throughout the Middle East. His natural storytelling skills and his... - March 09, 2011 - The ADD Channel

NFL Alumni, MCCOY Invite Adults to Family Engagement Event

The NFL Alumni Indianapolis chapter announced a partnership today with Marion County Commission On Youth (“MCCOY”) to participate in and sponsor a Family Engagement Event on Thursday March 10, 2011. The goal of the event is to empower parents, grandparents, guardians, teachers, school faculty and other caring adults to play an active, positive and strong role in the success of their students. - March 09, 2011 - NFL Alumni Indianapolis Chapter

"The Bully Box" by Virginia L. Kustra

New Childrens Book "The Bully Box" by Virginia L. Kustra. "The Bully Box" tells the tale of a boy named Timothy who's tired of being bullied at school. To escape his misery he goes to a farm to find the biggest tree he can climb. It is here that Timothy discovers a box at the... - March 07, 2011 - Virginia L. Kustra

IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud Elected for Two Prestigious Awards in Jordan

In a thriving development, Akhbarna news announced Dr. Naseer Homoud- IIMSAM Goodwill Ambassador and Director of its Middle East Office as elected nominee for its Man of the Year Award. Dr. Homoud also received an honor from prominent Jordanian news agency Zaid Jordan and the organization served him with Economic & Social Personality of the Year- 2010 Award. - March 07, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud

Combating Pornography: Messages of Warning, Counsel, and Hope Was Released as Part of Celestine Publishing's Principles with Promise Series

Celestine Publishing released its newest publication, Combating Pornography: Messages of Warning, Counsel, and Hope. It is a new topical guide for use by Latter-day Saint leaders, addiction counselors, recovery programs, and families. - March 06, 2011 - Celestine Publishing, LLC

AmpleHarvest.org Campaign Announces Partnership with the National Council of Churches

AmpleHarvest.org and the faith community work to help food pantries get fresh produce. - March 04, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org

Lil Kiddies Creations is a Hit at Jayneoni Moore's Pre-Oscar Boom Boom Room Event

Lil Kiddies Creations, a unique children’s clothing designer and party planner was featured at The Pre-Oscar Boom Boom Room Event on February 25-26 in Beverly Hills. - March 01, 2011 - Lil Kiddies Creations

Lamar Associates Announces Tuition-Free Tribal Prescription Drug Abuse and Drug Endangered Children Training and Technical Assistance

Department of Justice-The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services funds Training and Technical Assistance for Indian Country - March 01, 2011 - Lamar Associates

BodyLogicMD Patient Tamara Savage Named Athlete of the Month

National Senior Game Association Recognizes Local Athlete’s Achievements - March 01, 2011 - BodyLogicMD

Trupanion Pet Insurance Expands to Connecticut

Dog and cat owners in Connecticut now have a new option when it comes to pet insurance. - February 28, 2011 - Trupanion

Get Your Ex Girlfriend Back Website Launched: GetHerBack.com

Get Her Back is excited to announce the launch of it's newest relationship repair website, designed to help men everywhere reverse an unwanted breakup. - February 26, 2011 - Get Her Back

Domestic Violence Survivor Takes Awareness to Global Level, Reaches to Stars

With 22 years of control, beatings and isolation finally behind her, survivor now mentors the abused and leads by example. Suzanne Perry summons the world through events, promoting peace through music and raising awareness for domestic violence. Live global performance of "Imagine" during EXPOSURE Concert, Perry reaches to stars for blessings. - February 25, 2011 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV

Inspiration That Fuels Creation

Lilisa J. Williams shares Motivational Message at Arts H.S. - February 25, 2011 - Lilisa J Williams

International Conference April 6 on Deteriorating Condition of Men and Boys

Seeking Solutions to Problems of men and boys Academicians, Researchers and Ad Industry Leaders to focus on male problems at April 6 Conference The program will also be available via the internet to registered participants. Edward M. Stephens, M.D., FMS founder and chair, notes that the... - February 23, 2011 - Foundation for Male Studies

Diversity Journal Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Growing Role of Diversity & Inclusion in Healthcare Explained Event

Diversity Journal will be Knowledge Congress’ media partner for its upcoming webcast entitled: The Growing Role of Diversity & Inclusion in Healthcare Explained Live Webcast. This 2-hour event is scheduled for Wednesday, March 23, 2011 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm (ET). For further details of... - February 23, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

Phoenix Cleaning Company, Total Quality Cleaning Services Continues to Grow Amid Immigration Controversy

Phoenix, Arizona is ground zero of the interaction between immigrant workers and struggling economy that still depends on an influx of cheap laborers. No other state has been more affected by the immigration crisis than Arizona. The capital city is also the crossroads between the battle between corporate cost cutting and the flood of cheap foreign labor. These stresses provide the background for the latest round of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Notices of Inspection otherwise known as - February 22, 2011 - Total Quality Cleaning Systems

What You Don't Know Can Blind You - What You do Know Can Save Your Sight

Comprehensive New Guide for Glaucoma Patients and Their Loved Ones In her new nonfiction, Glaucoma – Patient to Patient: A Guide for You and Your Family (published by iUniverse), accomplished author Edith Marks expounds on her widely read, acclaimed book, Coping With Glaucoma (1997 Avery... - February 22, 2011 - Edith S. Marks

IIMSAM Middle East Office Observed World Day of Social Justice

IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud message on World Day of Social Justice. He reminded that social justice is inherent in all eights Millennium Development Goals and without attaining social justice in its true spirit, the real essence of MDGs would not be accomplished. - February 21, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud

Journey to Roof of World: Tibetan Sacred Dance Performance by Monks from Gaden Shartse Cultural Foundation

On Saturday, March 12th, 2011 nine Tibetan monks from the Gaden Shartse Monastery in South India will be in Flagstaff, Arizona. They will be performing the centuries-old sacred dance ceremony at the Coconino Center for the Arts, beginning at 7:00 p.m. - February 18, 2011 - Gaden Shartse Cultural Foundation

International Astrology Scholarships to be Awarded for First Time in History by the RASA School of Astrology

Scholarships to cover the costs of a four year study program in astrology are being made globally available. It is now possible to build a credible career in astrology even in very isolated areas of the planet. - February 16, 2011 - RA Enterprises Inc

Study Shows Women Prefer Older Men

Women prefer older men according to new research carried out by online dating website MrRight.com.au. - February 15, 2011 - MrRight.com.au

Balfour Beatty Construction Delivers 1,700 Valentines to Military Veterans

Balfour Beatty Construction's divisions in California and Texas turn to some of the youngest artists in their communities to create and distribute Valentines to patients at local Veterans Associations hospitals. - February 11, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction

Go Mexico Way 7 Day 6 Night Discovery Tours in Lake Chapala, Mexico is Gaining Ground with North Americans Seeking a Place to Retire or Get Away from the Cold Winters

Go Mexico Way is quickly becoming a leader in it's field by attracting more Canadians & U.S. residents to the Lake Chapala area of Mexico. They are helping retirees discover a new lifestyle in Mexico by presenting them with seminars on healthcare, immigration, banking and real estate. - February 10, 2011 - Lake Chapala with GoMexicoWay

Free Valentine’s Day Group Wedding and Vow Renewal Ceremony

Celebrate your Love at the Annual Valentine's Day Free Vow Renewal and Wedding Ceremony in Fairfield County. The Water’s Edge at Giovannis is hosting the event in their perfect wedding facility. It is an unforgettable setting to celebrate your love on Valentine's Day. - February 10, 2011 - Mary C. Pugh CT Justice of the Peace

PANDORA, a NeuroEndocrineImmune Disorders Organization, is Vying for $5,000 Giveaway

PANDORA has a chance of getting $5,000 from GuideStar and GreatNonProfits to help people with NeuroEndocrineImmune Disorders. - February 10, 2011 - PANDORA Org

Cowboys Quarterback Jon Kitna Event @ First Euless

Dallas Cowboy's Quarterback Jon Kitna at First Baptist Church Euless. Sunday Feb. 20th, 9:15 AM & 10:45 AM. Event is Free. - February 06, 2011 - First Baptist Church Euless

TFI Envision, Inc. Creates Newsletters with a Mission

After just one year of publication, the Guiding Eyes for the Blind Insights and Special Gifts newsletters have become important tools in their fundraising arsenal. TFI Envision understood that each newsletter’s target audience is different – institutional vs. individual donors – and incorporated Guiding Eyes branding into two distinctly different designs. Both have also helped to increase donations, or simply hold onto donations – retention is a huge challenge for fundraisers everywhere. - February 04, 2011 - TFI Envision, Inc.

Source-Omega Joins GOED Committee and Features Pure One DHA + EPA Algae Oil

Source-Omega and its Pure One™ branded products are featured on the website of the Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED). The company manufactures and markets Pure One™, the first and only US made Optimized Omega-3 DHA + EPA algae oil supplement formulation sold as a... - February 02, 2011 - Source-Omega

Top Government Agencies for Multicultural Business Opportunities Announced - USPS ranked # 1

The U.S. Postal headed this year’s list and is named the number one government agency in America for providing multicultural business opportunities. - February 02, 2011 - DiversityBusiness.com

Ragsdale Liggett Attorney Wins Case for Disabled Man, NC Court of Appeals Limits State's Power

In a case against the NC Department of Health and Human Services, Judge rules for Disabled Man. This ruling has significant implications. The Court's decision will protect North Carolinians from bureaucratic overreaching. - January 31, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC

Make a Difference

Preparing for the major fundraising event, Keystone House, Inc., reached out to TFI Envision, Inc. to create the strategic communication materials that make a the difference for such a highly competitive non-profit event. - January 28, 2011 - TFI Envision, Inc.

Arturo Arredondo, CEO of Minera Penmont Shares the Secrets to an Open Pit Mine with Latino Business Review

Latino Business Review - In this issue, Latino Business Review takes an in-depth look at silver and gold mining in our region and the difference between open pit and subterranean mines. In an interview with Latino Business Review Arturo Arredondo, CEO of Minera Penmont, discusses his main... - January 27, 2011 - WDM Group

Africa: Your Guide to the Continent’s Economy in 2011

African Business Review takes a look at one expert’s view of how Africa’s economy will shape up in the next year. African Business Review discussed Africa’s economic prospects for 2011 with expert Jean Phillipe Stijns, a co-author of the African Economic Report and Economist on... - January 27, 2011 - WDM Group

Guillermo Elizondo, President of Grupo Ceres and Agricultural Business Leader in Latino Business Review

The January edition of Latino Business Review features an interview with President and Founder of Grupo Ceres in Mexico. Since 1960, the priority of Grupo Ceres has been to offer all of the inputs and services that an agriculturist needs to increase productivity. “Our mission is that farmers... - January 26, 2011 - WDM Group

New Release Shares Author’s Memories of Tumultuous Times in American History; Book by Toni Apicelli, Released by Dog Ear Publishing

Toni Apicelli was raised in a quiet north side Chicago neighborhood and was a popular high school cheerleader in the early 1960s. As the 1960s ushered in the civil rights movement, she found herself questioning the status quo around her and becoming more involved in the burgeoning protests. She,... - January 25, 2011 - Dog Ear Publishing

The Latest Technological Advances in Cosmetic Medicine and Social Media Marketing Strategies in January’s Latino Business Review

Read and Journey through the world of beauty and eternal youth with Sergio Rada, a well recognized Colombian medic who has conquered the market in Latin America. - January 22, 2011 - WDM Group

Why is Latin America Worth Investing in? This Month in Latino Business Review

The January issue of Latino Business Review presents an article featuring those countries with a positive peak in the real estate market. Constant growth in the last few years has established them as the new investment alternative for global investors. Find out why Peru, despite not being thought... - January 21, 2011 - WDM Group

ebook: Becoming Human Again by Suzanne Meier

Announcing the launch of the ebook - Becoming Human Again - “A brilliant and scathing expose of the factors in modern society that enslave us both mentally and physically…You will learn what subtle and not-so-subtle forces are at work to fill your mouth with poison, control the thoughts in your head, and steal the time you need to make life worth living and to enjoy the fruits of your labor.” ~ Howard Patterson, Reviewer - January 21, 2011 - Becoming Human Again

CEO of Puro Marketing, Andrés Toledo Shares His Insight with Latino Business Review

Latino Business Review’s January issue features an interview with Andrés Toledo, CEO of Puro Marketing, who created an excellent Web site on Marketing 2.0. Toledo talks about the significance of marketing in social media and the importance of this service as a channel or tool for... - January 21, 2011 - WDM Group

Top Producing Industries Featured in This Month’s Latino Business Review

In this edition of Latino Business Review, find out which industries registered the most participation in the region and have driven the Latin American economy into the big leagues. In this important article, discover how the greater global demand for food has favored Latin American countries. In... - January 21, 2011 - WDM Group

Dr. Michael Nuccitelli Available to Discuss Arizona Shooting Suspect

Jared Loughner, Arizona shooting suspect smugly smiled for the camera and gave America a glimpse of his deviant mind. Over the coming months, the nation will be transfixed on Mr. Loughner’s destiny. Dr. Michael Nuccitelli, a New York State licensed psychologist and certified forensic consultant announces his availability to discuss the profile of rampage killers and the Arizona shooting suspect. - January 14, 2011 - Dr. Michael Nuccitelli

6Connex Announces Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance for Its Virtual Experience Platform

Award Winning Online Conference Software Now Comes with ADA Reader Capability - January 12, 2011 - 6Connex

Return to the Sea with Buster and Friends in New Bugville Critters Picture Books from Reagent Press and Author Robert Stanek

When Robert Stanek saw that certain concepts were a struggle to learn using traditional approaches, he started writing the Bugville Learning Adventures. These stories help children learn important concepts and the latest releases are Undersea 2, 3 with Buster and Friends, Undersea 4, 5 with Buster and Friends, and Undersea 6, 7 with Buster and Friends. - January 11, 2011 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press

Let’s Go Chipper!™ Eco-Educational App Releases New Episode to iTunes Nature-Inspired Children’s Series Excites Curiosity and Mindfulness

Sally the Salmon app is an animated adventure from fresh water to salt water and back again to teach Chipper the squirrel about the life of a salmon. It’s a magical journey through streams, rivers, and up fish ladders to the sea. Chipper and Sally help grow little ambassadors of nature into future stewards of the environment. For teachers the story is correlated meeting national academic standards in science, social skills, and arts & literature. - January 10, 2011 - It's all Good media, Inc.

Shirley MacLaine Honored with Elevated Existence Spiritual Service Award