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Uruguayan Researcher Discovers the Real Cause of Climate Change and Global Warming
Internal combustion engines are consuming all the oxygen on the planet and are the chief culprits for the degradation of the ozone layer, causing global warming and climate change. - May 21, 2008 - Fundacion Codigos
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club’s Over-30 Men Still in the Hunt
After being downed in back-to-back matches, HBSC rebounded to a 3-2 record with one game left in round robin portion of the tournament. - May 21, 2008 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
Chicago Cares Opens Registration for City's Largest Day of Service: Thousands of Volunteers to Transform Chicago Schools
Nearly 40 Chicago schools, home to 24,000 students, are transformed by Chicago Cares Serve-a-thon volunteers. - May 21, 2008 - Chicago Cares
Dig This™ Introduces an Alternative Approach to the Traditional Corporate Training Model
Heavy equipment play arena ideal setting for team building. - May 21, 2008 - Dig This
Senator Bill Bradley Captivates Crowd in Salt Lake City
Senator Bill Bradley provided the Keynote Address at NAFA's 2008 Institute & Expo in Salt Lake City. - May 21, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
NAFA Partners with Ferris State University to Enhance CAFM Program
NAFA Fleet Management Association and Ferris State University have announced a partnership and a four-step degree plan that begins with awarding CAFM program participants 12 semester hours of college credit for successful completion of the program and ends with a Bachelor of Science Degree with a minor in Fleet Management. - May 21, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
A Tribute to U.S. Veterans & Military - a Historical Photo Collection
Take a moment to reflect on the many brave men and women who have given their lives in the service and protection of our great country. A military photo collection is a tribute to all of our heroes. - May 21, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Linked8 Launches eCommerce Site to Faciliate Trading Intangible Services
Linked8 LLC, a privately held eCommerce company, has launched its service marketplace website: www.linked8.com, an online community that connects sellers and buyers of intangible serivces based on trust. - May 21, 2008 - Linked8.com
DVD Association Announces 2008 Excellence Award Winners
Recognizing and Rewarding Excellence in DVD, HD DVD, Blu-ray - May 20, 2008 - International Digital Media Alliance
NuU Medspa Help Celebrate Life with Discovery Ball
NuU Medspa support Discovery Ball, an American Cancer Society event dedicated to educate, research and service cancer victims. Discovery Ball was held in the Skyline Ballroom at McCormick Place West on May 17, 2008. The Discovery Ball’s mission is to eliminate cancer as a major health... - May 20, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Executive Director of American Foundation for Children with AIDS Reports Account of Trip to Zimbabwe, One of Few Americans to Travel There Since Presidential Election
Launches Emergency Campaign to Raise Funds for Life-Saving Antibiotics. - May 20, 2008 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Chris Distefano Joins Magna Hotel Group as Director of Capital Projects
Chris Distefano has joined Magna Hotel Group as Director of Capital Projects. Chris brings over 8 years of hospitality experience as well as 12 years of construction managment. He was previously the Regional Director of Engineering for Grand Heritage Hotels International and was the driving force behind their green hospitality efforts. - May 20, 2008 - Magna Hospitality
Young Polar Scientists Take the Pulse of Permafrost Temperature
A team of young investigators from the Permafrost Young Researchers Network (http://pyrn.ways.org) have started an international project to measure climate change impacts on permafrost temperatures — with bore holes in Svalbard, northern Sweden, Norway and Finland. - May 20, 2008 - Permafrost Young Researchers Network
Ideal 4 Investors Announces Date for Summer Online Real Estate Investors Expo
Real Estate Investors Can Participate in Free Online Education Seminars and Discover Opportunities Through Online Property Tours. - May 19, 2008 - Ideal 4 Investors
Street Flips is Flipping the Streets
Street Flips (www.streetflips.com) is an arts & entertainment organization dedicated to promoting flipping/tricking above the influence of recreational drug-use and does live performances in addition to shooting a reality web show online to raise money and inspire kids to get out of the house,... - May 19, 2008 - Street Flips
3rd Annual American Cancer Society Coral Gables Relay for Life Silent Auction and Fashion Show
In joyous culmination and tasteful celebration of a successful Coral Gables Relay of Life 2008, this year they are hosting the Third Annual Relay for Life Silent Auction and Fashion Show. At 6:30pm on Thursday, May 22nd at the Venetian Pool in Coral Gables; survivors, family, friends, supporters, volunteers and community members will assemble to the theme of Old Havana. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Coral Gables American Cancer Society Relay for Life. - May 18, 2008 - Coral Gables Relay for Life
The 2008 Northern California Career & Leadership Summit - Free Event Enhance Your Career: Leadership, Networking and Communication Skills
The 2008 Northern California Career Summit, hosted by Job Connections, is a free, half-day conference targeted to Bay Area professionals looking to enhance their professional skills. The Summit will be held Saturday, May 31 from 8:00 AM to 2PM at the Community Presbyterian Church in Danville,... - May 18, 2008 - CPC Job Connections
Texas Association of Health Underwriters Acknowledges Local Chapters’ Successes
TAHU Awards Local Chapters’ Efforts of Record-Setting Membership Retention and Achievement. - May 18, 2008 - Texas Association of Health Underwriters
SOS Children’s Villages Shares a Celebration of Home
For South Florida’s foster kids, home is a very special word and, for the hundreds of foster children that have come through their doors, SOS Children’s Villages – Florida is a very special place. On April 27, the organization and their community of supporters celebrated their 15th year of service with a “15 and Fabulous” Birthday Bash at Boca West Country Club. - May 18, 2008 - SOS Children's Villages - Florida
ColorOn Pro Instant Eye Shadow Now Available in the Twin Cities
Edina’s Skin Rejuvenation Clinic is the first business in Minnesota to retail the eye make-up trend that has garnered considerable national press. - May 18, 2008 - Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, PA
Citinannies.net Re-Launches a Service to Help Families and Nannies Fight Nigerian Scams
CitiNannies.net is the first family membership organization to offer families and candidates prescreening for the defense of fraud schemes and Nigerian scams. - May 17, 2008 - CitiNannies LLC
National Celiac Awareness Measure Garners Unprecedented Support Industry, Consumers and Policy Makers Back Legislation
The American Celiac Disease Alliance (ACDA) announces unprecedented support for bill by Rep. Nita Lowey recognizing May as National Celiac Disease Awareness Month. The measure also emphasizes the important role dietitians play in helping celiac patients, and urges more funding for celiac research. Major medical groups, pharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers and patient support groups have endorsed the bill. - May 17, 2008 - American Celiac Disease Alliance
NuU Medspa Join the Battle to Fight Autism and Raise Awareness
NuU Lend Their Voice to Autism Speaks at Walk Now for Autism – Chicago, Sunday, May 18 - May 17, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Smarty Paws Dog Training in New Hyde Park, NY Announces New Group Classes for Obedience and Socialization
Smarty Paws Dog Training by Helen Del Bove provides positive dog training for all ages and levels. Helen's services include private, in-home instruction/counseling for obedience and behavior problems as well as group classes for puppy nursery, puppy kindergarten and basic obedience. - May 17, 2008 - Smarty Paws Dog Training
Travelrobe Says Gatwick Airport Parking is a Necessity to Travelers
Because of its geographical location parking at Gatwick Airport is a necessity and a convenience to travelers departing from Gatwick Airport - May 17, 2008 - Travelrobe
Despite Slow Economy Businesswomen Are Blazing Ahead—just Like the Little Engine That Could, Dallas Conference in July
With all the news of a slow down in our economy, Sandra Yancey, Founder & CEO of Dallas based eWomenNetwork, an international business women’s networking organization, says there is a real and measurable change in the way women entrepreneurs are pushing forward and profiting despite negative news about the economy - May 17, 2008 - eWomenNetwork
International Cheetah Specialist, Dr. Laurie Marker, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Zoological Society of San Diego
Laurie Marker, Ph.D., who has worked with cheetahs for nearly 35 years, is the recipient of the 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Zoological Society of San Diego. As an American Conservation Scientists and Humanitarian, Marker has been working with local African communities towards ensuring the survival of cheetahs. - May 17, 2008 - Cheetah Conservation Fund
Seven Pitfalls of Search Engine Marketing Webinar
The ICCA hosts Internet Marketing Expert, Todd Miechiels, in a May 22nd webinar for small to mid-sized businesses on how to avoid the pitfalls that waste time and money when trying to use the Internet to generate demand and sales. - May 17, 2008 - ICCA
Petitions Certified for Kent Bjorklund for Osceola County Commissioner, District 3 (Florida)
Kent Bjorklund, a minister, business consultant, and Osceola County resident since 1983, is a strong candidate for Osceola County Commissioner, District 3. He has gathered a sufficient number of petitions to get on the ballot for the primary in August, 2008. These petitions were officially certified by the Osceola County Supervisor of Elections on April 8, 2008. - May 17, 2008 - The Kent Bjorklund for Osceola County Commissioner Campaign
ISM: to Celebrate the "Best in Show"
This event is a friendly art competition that will allow student artists to show their art work. This art show will give local students a chance to see what a professional gallery experience is all about. - May 17, 2008 - ISM
Diabetic Foundation Brings "Sex and the City" to Miami with Screening and Silent Auction
The Diabetic Foundation will host a private screening of "Sex and the City" with a VIP reception and silent auction, in Aventura on June 1st. The screening of the film will be followed by a "Cosmos and Champagne" reception where guests can bid on items that tie into the film's theme. In 2006, the Diabetic Foundation was formed, a non-profit organization designed specifically to benefit underprivileged South Florida families whose children are suffering from juvenile diabetes. - May 17, 2008 - Diabetic Foundation, Inc.
Fans Make Plans to See EURO 2008 with Roadtrips
EURO Final Travel Packages still available through Roadtrips, the Ultimate in Sports Travel. - May 17, 2008 - Roadtrips Inc
National MS Society Receives $10,000 Donation from Fonville Morisey Realty's 12th Annual Golf Tournament
The National MS Society was presented with a $10,000 donation at the conclusion of the 12th Annual Fonville Morisey Realty Charity Golf Tournament. The tournament, held at Wildwood Green Golf Club, allowed more than 110 sales associates and employees the opportunity to give back to the local... - May 17, 2008 - National MS Society - Eastern North Carolina Chapter
GoGoSKI.com Has Won the Best Business Plan 2007 competition
GoGoSKI.com – Winter holidays online won the Best Business Plan 2007 competition, organized by the City of Ljubljana (Slovenia), in partnership with the Ljubljana Technology Park, Ljubljana University Incubator and the Ljubljana Centre for the Development of Small Businesses. - May 17, 2008 - O.B.S.
N.C. Water Rights Committee Launches New Web Site
The N.C. Water Rights Committee (www.ncwaterrights.org) has announced the launch of the organization’s new Web site at www.ncwaterrights.org. The Web site features an overview of the organization, informative information on water rights and radio spots featuring N.C. Water Rights Committee... - May 17, 2008 - N.C. Water Rights Committee
Diversity Alliance for Science Releases Podcast on Merck & Co., Inc’s Involvement with Inaugural Conference
Diversity Alliance for Science (www.diversityallianceforscience.com) has announced the release of a podcast discussing Merck & Co., Inc.’s involvement in the 2008 inaugural conference and expo scheduled for May 19-20 at the Westin Governor Morris in Morristown, N.J. In the podcast, Dan... - May 17, 2008 - Diversity Alliance For Science, Inc.
Waggs N Wet Noses Pet Sitters Comes to Naperville Just in Time for Summer
New pet sitting service for busy Naperville Illinois pet owners is launched by pet sitter and animal lover Stacy Jones. - May 17, 2008 - Waggs N Wet Noses Pet Sitters
Join Miss World Tatana Kucharova, Tomas Bata and Many Other Distinguished Guests and Models in Czech Spring Gala Celebration of One-of-a-Kind Travel Exhibition ZliNY
On May 20th, the Czech Center New York will host a spring gala at the Museum of Arts and Design to celebrate the travel exhibition “ZliNY” and to honor Tomas Bata,91, the son of Zlin's founder, philanthropist and Chairman of the Bata Shoe Company. Zlin in New York is the most... - May 16, 2008 - Czech Center New York
1842 Inn Joins the Prestigious LuxuryLink.com Collection
LuxuryLink.com, the world's premier online luxury travel resource, announces the addition of the 1842 Inn to their prestigious collection of hotels, spas, vacation packages and cruises throughout the world. - May 16, 2008 - Luxury Link LLC.
The Makeup Show NYC Offers a Palette of Beauty Authorities as Celebrity Makeup Artists Trade Beauty-Bag Secrets at the 2-Day Pro-Focused Event, May 18-19, 2008
Touching up on the latest products, trends and techniques from Editorial Beauty, Airbrush Secrets, FX Makeup for HD TV, and The Perfect Bride via keynote presentations, forums, seminars, and hands-on workshops with Makeup Artists in the fashion, entertainment, film and TV industry. - May 16, 2008 - The Makeup Show
Thousands to Take to the Streets Globally to Call for Humanitarian Assistance to Burma
Burma Global Action Network, in coalition with U.S. Campaign for Burma and Burma Campaign U.K. is calling for Global Day of Action on Saturday May 17th, 2008. - May 16, 2008 - Burma Global Action Network (BGAN)
Del Mar Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces New Name and Identity
Effective July 1, 2008, the Del Mar Regional Chamber of Commerce will officially become the San Diego Coastal Chamber of Commerce, accompanied by a new organizational identity and tagline of: “Where business meets opportunity.” - May 16, 2008 - Del Mar Regional Chamber of Commerce
The Zemel Choir's Celebrate with Song 2008
The Zemel Choir’s “Celebrate with Song” event of two weeks of intensive workshops and rehearsals is about to start on June 1st with a concert at St Johns Smith Square on June 15th. Designed to promote Jewish Choral music, the event should be huge success, attracting workshop... - May 16, 2008 - The Zemel Choir
Decor&you® Names NJ Design Business Leader, Paul Allegro, Its Top U.S. Franchisee; Allegro Builds a Thriving Network of Design Entrepreneurs in Just Three Years
Paul Allegro ranks first among 100 Decor&You franchisees nationwide for growing a flourishing interior decorating business in New Jersey while competing retailers and designers struggle to maintain sales. - May 16, 2008 - Decor&You
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Sponsors Drug Safety Session at the 2008 CED Biotech Conference
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org) will sponsor an interactive session on drug safety entitled “Paradigm Shift in FDA Approval” at the May 20th 2008 Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) Biotech Conference. The conference will be held at The Benton... - May 16, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
New Jersey General Assembly Recognizes Monday, May 19 as Diversity Alliance for Science Day
Diversity Alliance for Science (www.diversityallianceforscience.com) has announced that the New Jersey General Assembly recognizes Monday, May 19 as Diversity Alliance for Science Day in honor of the organization’s inaugural conference and expo in Morristown, New Jersey on May 19 and 20. - May 16, 2008 - Diversity Alliance For Science, Inc.
Former Stella Hospitality Group Online Marketing Executive Joins the HotelsCombined.com Team
Hotel meta-search company HotelsCombined.com appoints new Director of Business Development. - May 16, 2008 - HotelsCombined
Motorcycle Towing Service Provider Locator Service Launches
towPartners today announced that it has expanded the offering of its popular towSearch service (www.towsearch.com) by adding a motorcyclist specific site, www.motorcycleroadside.com, that uses the highly developed towPartners database system. This service will allow motorcyclists to locate service providers when they have a roadside disablement. A mobile version of the application simplifies the search process for those on cell phones and other mobile devices. - May 15, 2008 - towPartners
Explore Ha Long Bay with Indochina Sails Cruise Ship
Ha Long bay is very picturesque with many magnificent landscapes and seascapes. Nowadays it sparkles even more with the appearance of big sea sails printed with the letters Indochina Sails. In the immense atmosphere permeated with sunlight and wind, one suddenly feels lonely. In the distance,... - May 15, 2008 - Indochina Sails - Luxury Cruises in Halong Bay
VillaCentre Announce €64,000 Air Conditioning Investment
VillaCentre, the UK's leading direct specialist agent for unpackaged quality villa holidays, today announced plans to install new energy efficient air conditioning units throughout their portfolio of luxury villas. In addition to the air conditioning units already in place, an extra 200 portable units will be fitted across 120 villas in France, Spain and Portugal. - May 15, 2008 - Villa Centre