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HomeownersInsurance.org's Danger Zones - Worldwide Deaths from Natural Disasters (Infographic)
HomeownersInsurance.org has released an infographic displaying the past 30 years of worldwide deaths from natural disasters, sorted by continent. - April 22, 2010 - Homeowners Insurance
PsychTests Releases Results of a Gender Roles Study: Some Old Ways Die Hard
PsychTests AIM Inc., one of the web's foremost source of personality assessments, released their Gender Roles Test in February 2010, with a separate version for men and women. According to their statistical results, while people are slowly adopting more modern views as to men and women's place in... - April 21, 2010 - PsychTests AIM Inc.
Malhotra Center for Plastic Surgery Announces Its New 48-Hour Quick Recovery Breast Augmentation Technique
An ideal breast augmentation procedure is one that is yields natural results yet requires minimal recovery time. Plastic surgery patients in Michigan can now undergo breast augmentation surgery and return to simple activities within 48 hours through the use of specific surgical techniques and careful medical management. - April 21, 2010 - malhotra center for plastic surgery
BullsEye Radio and Video Chat is Making Their Mark on the Internet
BullsEye Radio is one of the most interactive and entertaining Video chat and Internet radio sites on the world wide web today. People from all over the world are visiting and making new friends every day. Finally a place to come without the hassle of the everyday chatroom drama. Monitored chat. - April 21, 2010 - BullsEye Radio
Naturopathic Treatment Can be Safely Combined with TMS for Treatment of Depression
Psychiatrist practicing at South Shore Neuropsychiatric Center located in Hewlett, Long Island, New York, offers TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) treatment of Depression, which can be successfully combined with naturopathic remedies prescribed by naturopathic practitioners. Patients no longer are forced to choose between Naturopathic and Allopathic treatment. - April 18, 2010 - South Shore Neuropsychiatric
Andy Scott - CD Release "Hope"
Hope is the follow-up to Andy Scott's critically acclaimed Don't Tempt Fate, and its 10 songs-an intoxicating emotional wallop, are written and produced by the New York-based artist. Hope refines that album's take on Andy's sophisticated blues-tinged, after-hours vocal jazz, he's gone even... - April 18, 2010 - Andy Scott
Linda M. O'Rourke a Local CPA Earns Exclusive “Accredited in Business Valuation” (ABV) Credential as Valuation Expert
Linda M. O’Rourke, a CPA valuation expert and principal of O’Rourke and Associates located in Clearwater, FL has recently been awarded the ABV Credential by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). The ABV Credential, established in 1998 by the AICPA, is granted... - April 16, 2010 - O'Rourke and Associates
Pat Mitchell is Master of Ceremonies at Women’s eNews 21 Leaders Gala
Women's eNews announced today that Pat Mitchell, president and CEO of The Paley Media Center and former president and CEO of PBS, will be the master of ceremonies for the Women's eNews 21 Leaders for the 21st Century gala, May 6 in New York City. Loreen Arbus, president of the Arbus Productions... - April 16, 2010 - Women's eNews
Cash4Books.net Partners with DonorsChoose.org to Turn Books Into Cash and New Classroom Supplies
Struggling classrooms around the country are getting an extra helping hand from Cash4Books.net customers with its new DonorsChoose.org Partnership. - April 15, 2010 - McKenzie Books, Inc.
Royce Reed Star of VH1 Basketball Wives
Royce Reed Star of The New Show Basketball Wives Airs Every Sunday On VH1 Royce Reed to star in Basketball Wives on VH1. She is an accomplished gymnast, actress, model, and dancer. Royce holds a Degree in Theatre Education and Humanities from Florida A&M University. She has traveled and... - April 12, 2010 - Royce Reed
Luxe Life Pink Carpet Beauty and Shopping Event, Comes to the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles, Sunday, April 25, 2010 from 11-3pm
Third Annual Charity Event Selects Susan G. Komen for the Cure® as 2010 Charity. Local Chapter to attend and various celebrities to attend to support important charity. - April 09, 2010 - Luxe Life Events
Busy Philipps, Sharon Leal, Izabella Miko, Kathryn Morris Join Eight Actresses to Walk the Runway in Tresor de Vintage for Joyful Heart Foundation with The Buzz Girls
In support of abuse survivors, actresses Busy Philipps, Sarah Wayne Callies, Izabella Miko, Melora Hardin, Kathy Mixon, Sharon Leal, Kathryn Morris, Natalie Zea, Nicole Sullivan, Stacy Keibler, and Julia Ling walked the runway at the Tresor de Vintage fashion show for the Joyful Heart Foundation at the Mark for Events in Los Angeles. Styled by Julie Weiss. Make-up styling by Stila. Hair styling by Thomas Chance. - April 09, 2010 - TIL PR
Illustrado Women of Substance 2010 Honors 9 Filipinas in Dubai
Dubai-based Illustrado Magazine celebrated its 3rd edition of Women of Substance, and honored nine Filipinas for their exemplary achievements. The traditional talk-show format included a photo exhibit, documentary film showing and a make-over runway show. Renowned women’s rights lawyer Katrina Legarda graced the event as its special guest speaker. - April 09, 2010 - Illustrado Communications FZ-LLC
Copious Publishing Author, Kijana Martin, Fills the Teen/Parent Communication Gap in the Unparalleled Young Adult Life Reference Book, "Real Life, Real Choices"
In an attempt to fill the gap, explain sensitive subjects with real life experience, or to be accessible when a parent or guardian isn’t, author, Kijana Martin has shared her life in a down to earth fashion to be referenced for a lifetime. - April 08, 2010 - Copious Publishing
Tale of Two Americas: Rental Rates Infographics
RentersInsurance.org has developed a two part infographic that displays the highest and lowest rent areas in the United States. - April 07, 2010 - Renters Insurance
First Pakistani Woman CEO Aims to Start a Peaceful Revolution with Her Films
Saman Hasnain Heads Up Fast Growing International Film Company with the Release of 10 Films in 2010. - April 06, 2010 - WIN Program
St. Rose Hospital Foundation's 2nd Annual Wine, Women & Shoes
www.winewomenandshoes.com/strose - St. Rose Hospital Foundation’s Second Annual Wine Women & Shoes will unfold at Berkeley’s Claremont Hotel Club &Spa with a stylish new addition… a Fashion Show. Featuring some of Napa and Livermore Valley’s top varietals and... - April 02, 2010 - St. Rose Hospital
Instructor Rosemary Beam Joins Therapy in Transition as Mind and Spirit Coach
Therapy in Transition (TITO), which recently put together an Expert Panel to expand its services, has brought Rosemary Beam on board as the organization’s Mind and Spirit Coach. - March 31, 2010 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Get Your Home Ready for Spring, Save Money & Increase Curb Appeal
Do-It-Yourself Spring Home Maintenance Tips for Safety & Energy Conscious Homeowners. Top Ten Spring Home Maintenance Tips from Mahogany Builders - March 29, 2010 - Mahogany Builders
Virtual City News and Virtual City Radio Will be Hosting a New Open Mic and Artist Showcase
Virtual City News and Virtual City Radio by IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC will be hosting Open Mic and Artist Showcases every Sunday. - March 29, 2010 - IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC dba 2 HOT 4 AIRWAVES
Broad Ripple Village Just Got More Beautiful with the Opening of MakeUp By Sparkle Cosmetics and Studio
Popular MakeUp Artist Expands Beauty Footprint In Indianapolis - March 29, 2010 - MakeUp By Sparkle
GreetQ is Now Modern Paper Goods: The Official Unveiling of the Modern Greeting Card Retailer’s New Name and Brand
Modern Paper Goods (www.modernpapergoods.com), an online stationery retailer which offers high-quality, modern greetings cards and paper goods, has officially debuted its new brand, Modern Paper Goods, while shelving its original moniker, GreetQ.com. “We wanted our new brand to reflect our... - March 28, 2010 - Modern Paper Goods
Expert Ingrid Kincaid Joins Therapy in Transition as Spiritual Health and Wellness Coach
Therapy in Transition (TITO), which recently put together an Expert Panel to expand its services, has brought Ingrid Kincaid on board as the organization’s Spiritual Health and Wellness Coach. - March 26, 2010 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Culture Coach International CEO Kari Heistad Wins National Entrepreneurship Award
Kari Heistad, CEO of Culture Coach International (CCI), a leading company in the areas of diversity and cross-cultural education, has been awarded a “Rising Star” by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) for 2010. Kari was chosen by the Center for Women in... - March 25, 2010 - Culture Coach International
Simply Yours Reveals the ‘Real Woman’ Behind New Lingerie Set
Following Gok Wan’s belief that lingerie must have the Va Va Voom factor, plus size lingerie specialist Simply Yours decided to give the women who wear its lingerie the chance to decide what they want to wear. The Manchester based company which specialises in underwear for the plus-size lady... - March 25, 2010 - Simply Yours
"Brave New World": Military Khakis Become Edgy ‘Green’ Styles, Stylishly Hot Designs Fit Women of All Sizes
EM & Co Fashion Installation Launches Collections from Angela Dean and EM Reconstruct - March 24, 2010 - EM & Co
Response to CPSC Baby Sling Warning & Media Coverage: for Infants of All Ages, Benefits of Safe, Correct Babywearing Outweigh Risk
In response to the advisory published March 12, 2010, by the Consumer Product Safety Commission regarding baby sling safety, the nonprofit organization Babywearing International, Inc., called on consumer advocates as well as advocates for parent and child welfare to encourage safe babywearing for... - March 23, 2010 - Babywearing International, Inc.
Amero Enterprise Launches New Financial Aid Website, Amero.org
Amero.org As One of the Biggest Sites in the Realm of Financial Aid, Provides Free Information, Tools, and Strategies Helping Undergraduate and Graduate Students Pay for College with Money That is Not Required to Pay Back. - March 22, 2010 - Amero Enterprise
S.L.E Lupus Foundation Selected as Lupus Charity Partner for ING New York City Marathon 2010
Team Life Without Lupus The S.L.E. Lupus Foundation has been selected as an official charity partner for the ING New York City Marathon 2010, which will take place on Sunday, November 7, 2010. To mark the Foundation’s 40th anniversary year, its “Team Life Without Lupus,” representing the worldwide lupus community, will feature 40 runners raising funds for the fight against lupus. - March 20, 2010 - S.L.E. Lupus Foundation
American Milestones Partners with American Medical Women’s Association on Medical Issues for Public Television
American Milestones is Producing a Series with American Medical Women’s Association as Content Expert. - March 20, 2010 - American Milestones
Donna Rappich Carr Memorial Scholarship Fund
Donna Rappich Carr Memorial Scholarship Fund is a way donors can contribute to help second chance students receive a college education they deserve. - March 19, 2010 - Donna Rappich Carr Memorial Scholarship Fund
Contribuventure Team Takes to the Street and Pushes Pedals to Raise Money for Wounded Warriors
Combining adventure and contribution Phil Dwyer and Jake Allen are cycling to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. The “Warrior Pride Ride” will begin on May 30, 2010, and the team has created an interactive blog site so that everybody can follow along. - March 19, 2010 - Contribuenture Foundation, Inc.
Win a Villa Holiday with Lanzarote Guidebook
The new spring edition of Lanzarote Guidebook - the in depth island information guide - is out now. Offering readers the chance to win a villa holiday in Lanzarote. - March 17, 2010 - Lanzarote Guidebook
Health Care Reform Gets a Boost, Boasts Medical Firm: Paine & Williams Medical Associates
Health care reform is on life support; Dr. Thomas Paine of Paine & Williams Medical Associates injects new energy into the debate with a web site and proposed grass-roots strategy. - March 16, 2010 - Paine & Williams Medical Associates
Law Firm Supports National Health Care Decisions Day - April 16, 2010
Sabrina Winters, Attorney at Law, PLLC along with other national, state and community organizations, is leading a massive effort to highlight the importance of advance healthcare decision-making — an effort that has culminated in the formal designation of April 16th as National Healthcare... - March 16, 2010 - Sabrina Winters, Attorney at Law, PLLC
Sedona Meditation Training Co. Announces the Yoga of Writing - A Women's Meditation & Writing Retreat
The Yoga of Writing – A Woman's Meditation & Writing Retreat with Sarah McLean and Victoria Nelson will take women on a intimate journey, where they will be encouraged to pay attention to silence and stillness, and present moment awareness. - March 16, 2010 - Sedona Meditation Training & Retreats
The Longfellow Big Read Presents Two Dramatic Readings by Michael Maglaras
To commemorate the 150th anniversary of the publishing of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's "Paul Revere's Ride," Michael Maglaras, founder of 217 Records, will perform two dramatic readings for the Longfellow Big Read. He will perform excerpts from "The Song of Hiawatha," accompanied by a full score of pre-recorded sound effects and music by Native American musicians. He will then present a special reading of "Paul Revere’s Ride," which celebrates the call to arms that began the American Revolution. - March 15, 2010 - 217 Films
Fighting the Silent Epidemic -- Author/ Philanthropist Dr. Cheryl Saban Speaks with Compton Unified’s Whaley Middle School Students
Over 160 girls from the Compton Unified Whaley Middle School will meet with the revered author and philanthropist to discuss the importance of self-worth and how to value themselves. - March 13, 2010 - EmpowHer Institute
Curves Clubs of Pinellas County Host 12th Annual Food Drive to Benefit Local Families
Clubs offer an Opportunity to Waive Initial Joining Fee for Bag of Groceries - March 13, 2010 - Curves of Pinellas Park South
Renowned Philippine Women's Advocate Katrina Legarda to Speak at Illustrado Women of Substance Event
Katrina Legarda, a prominent Philippine-based lawyer known for her strong advocacy on women's rights, has confirmed her attendance to the upcoming Women of Substance 2010, an annual gathering under the patronage of the Embassy of the Philippines in the UAE, honoring Filipina achievers in the Gulf. Dubai-based Filipino lifestyle publication Illustrado Magazine announced that Legarda will be the special guest speaker at the March 27th event at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers. - March 12, 2010 - Illustrado Communications FZ-LLC
Epione Laser Breast Lift Poised to Lead Breast Enhancement Trends
Revolutionary Non-surgical Laser Breast Enhancement Procedure Offers Safe, Long-Lasting Alternative to Surgery. - March 11, 2010 - Epione Medical Corp
Queerbook.com Takes GLBT Networking by Storm Hundreds Sign Up at New Advocacy, Education and Community Building Site
Queerbook.com Takes Off After Texas Research and Investment Study Shows the Way to America's Fastest Growing GLBT Community Site. Queerbook.com is focused on advocacy, education and community. - March 11, 2010 - Advocate USA LLC
March 16 - GlassesFair.com to Hold Drawing for Free Complete Pair of Prescription Eyeglasses
Entries made online will be drawn by Angela Brock, Branch Manager at FirstMerit Bank - March 10, 2010 - GlassesFair.com
Epione Offers the Latest Beauty Injection Innovation
Epione introduces the latest advance in dermal filler injections. Treatment Will Be Less Painful With Dermal Fillers; Juvéderm®, Radiesse® and Restylane® Pre-filled Syringes Mixed With Lidocaine. - March 10, 2010 - Epione Medical Corp
NuU Medspa Support Local Chicago Theatre, Infusion Theatre Co.
NuU Medspa help support Infusion Theatre Co. for their third consecutive year, kick off season 2010-2011, with silent auction donations that will benefit theatre infused with many facets of entertainment. Now in their fourth year, Infusion Theatre has already made a name for themselves in... - March 10, 2010 - NuU Unlimited
New Book, "Wake The Dead and Other Short Stories" by Nima Saraj, Now Available
"Wake the Dead," and other short stories, available online @ amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com; a New Author with alot of promise. - March 09, 2010 - Wake The Dead Inc
Bio-Synthesis Awarded NIH Grant to Develop Synergistic Adjuvants that Stimulate both Innate and Adaptive Immunities
BioSynthesis announces the award of a two-year phase I SBIR grant by NIH to further its development program of immune agonists. These new agents have in their chemical structure different determinants that stimulate both innate and acquired immunity, leading to synergistic effects on the immune response. These new immune agonists could be useful in the development of difficult vaccines such as HIV-1 and cancer vaccines. - March 09, 2010 - Bio-Synthesis Inc.
Gender Roles: Are We Still Playing the Part? PsychTests.com Assesses Modern Day Views on Traditional Gender Roles with Their Latest Test
PsychTests AIM Inc., one of the web's foremost source of personality assessments, releases a gender roles test. The online testing guru aims to uncover whether their visitors, who come from all walks of life, make it a point to defy conventional gender roles, or uphold time-honored traditions. The test is available at http://testyourself.psychtests.com/testid/2435. - March 06, 2010 - PsychTests AIM Inc.
Running Skirts is Thrilled to Launch Expansion Into Australia & New Zealand
Now well into their 5th year in the business, identical twin runners & mom-preneurs of Running Skirts are thrilled to announce latest expansion into Australia, one country closer to their vision of "skirting the world." - March 04, 2010 - RunningSkirts.com
Heels Above Weddings Introduces Recession-Friendly Concierge Package for Brides
Washington, DC based event planning company offers do-it-yourself wedding planning services - March 04, 2010 - Heels Above Weddings