Quilts for Freedom: Secret Codes and the Underground Railroad event Comes to Illinois
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Lutheran Life Communities hosts a late-summer event lineup that invites older adults to explore life at its four dynamic locations. Each event reflects the organization's deep commitment to fostering lifelong learning, meaningful connection and personal discovery.
Brighten Up Your Summer with Luvme Hair: 2025’s Top Picks for Colorful Wigs
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Luvme Hair, a leading brand in premium human hair wigs and hair extensions, announces its seasonal highlight featuring top picks for colorful wigs designed to inspire vibrant summer styles. As temperatures rise and consumers seek fresh ways to express individuality, the brand's curated selection showcases a variety of bold hues and innovative designs suited for the summer months.
Stop Hating Dating – The Wake-Up Call: Challenging Feminism’s Impact on Dating
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- If dating feels like one big performance review and you're constantly trying to prove you're good enough, this book is your permission slip to stop. Meet "Stop Hating Dating, Start Being You" (ISBN: 978-1834182261) - the bold and brutally honest read from Gold Coast-based author Sarah van Eck, which is not just shaking up the dating world but also questioning the way feminism has shaped modern love.
CCHR Cautions U.S. Veterans: Psychedelics Reflect a Dark History of Exploitation, Harm and Failed Science
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) is warning Congress and the public that new legislation to legalize psychedelic drugs for U.S. veterans is a dangerous repeat of history-when defenders of the nation were used as test subjects in unethical psychiatric experiments.
CCHR Warns Troubled Teen Camps Should Be Banned as Deaths Spur Closures
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Despite dozens of closures of abusive "troubled teen" programs in behavioral and psychiatric centers, including wilderness camps in recent years, a leading mental health industry watchdog warns that children's lives remain at risk unless stronger laws ban the worst offenders and the secretive youth transport practices that feed them. The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) says that while public outrage and media exposure have forced some notorious facilities to close, the underlying problems that enable these abusive programs still persist.
Scentient Perfume Launches Clean Fragrance Subscription for the Conscious Consumer
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Meet Scentient, the clean fragrance subscription box that reimagines scent discovery through the lens of safety, sustainability, and elevated sensory experience. Launching July 1, Scentient offers curated, non-toxic perfumes from independent brands that align with the values of today's conscious consumer.
Maglite and Pedestrian Safety Institute Promote Traffic and Pedestrian Safety During 2025 National Roadside Traffic Safety Awareness Month
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Maglite® brand partners with the Pedestrian Safety Institute (PSI) to support traffic and pedestrian safety during one of the deadliest times of the year, the first week in July. The days surrounding July 4th are perilous and are routinely referred to as the deadliest driving days of the year, and pedestrian deaths make up approximately 20% of those fatalities.
CCHR Demands U.S. Nursing Home Chemical Restraint Ban and Full Accountability
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Federal health authorities are sounding the alarm over the chronic use of antipsychotic and psychotropic drugs in America's nursing homes. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) has prioritized enforcement actions to reduce psychotropic prescribing-especially among seniors with dementia. With over 15,000 facilities nationwide housing more than 1.2 million elderly residents, mental health watchdog Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) warns the unchecked drugging of seniors constitutes systemic elder abuse.
‘LA Carnival on the Shaw’ 2025 Honors Juneteenth and Celebrates Caribbean American Heritage Month
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- LA Carnival on the Shaw" returns to the community for the third year, honoring Junteenth and celebrating Caribbean American Heritage Month. Produced by Marikel International, the music, masquerades and multicultural merriment will parade along Crenshaw Blvd., Sunday, June 29th, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The initiative was launched in 2023 as a bold catalyst to engage, activate and revitalize businesses on Crenshaw, affectionately known as 'The Shaw.'
The World Fertility Awards Announced: Celebrating Global Change Agents Advancing Fertility Awareness and Inclusion
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Pregnantish, the first global media platform dedicated to helping people navigate their fertility, announces the inaugural World Fertility Awards at The Times Center in New York City in December. Award nominations are now open at and will be accepted until August 1, 2025. Pregnantish is uniquely positioned to host this event, having reached over one billion globally since inception.
Magan Material Sciences announces Magan’s HandShield to Help Protect Your Skin from Harmful Effects of LED Nail Gel Curing Lamps
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- While emerging scientific evidence highlights the heightened cancer risk from exposure to LED nail gel curing lamps, what has been missing is a convenient and effective product to give you greater peace of mind during your mani and pedi. Introducing Magan's HandShield™: a patented*, natural mineral-based spray uniquely designed to help protect skin from the harmful radiation damage caused by LED nail gel curing lamps.
CCHR Urges US Reform of Human Rights, as Global Court Momentum Builds Against Forced Psychiatry
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- In what is being widely reported as a landmark human rights decision, Italy's Constitutional Court in May 2025 struck down part of the country's decades-old psychiatric law-Article 35 of Law 833/1978-declaring some of its provisions for involuntary detainment unconstitutional. The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), based in Los Angeles, hailed the decision as an essential step towards achieving human rights in the mental health field.
Mobilize the Movement: Center for Innovation’s 2025 Conference Issues Bold Call to Action: Uniting Advocacy, Policy, and Direct Care Voices
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Center for Innovation (CFI) announces its 2025 conference this August 11 to 14 at the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark. With the theme of "Mobilize the Movement," CFI 2025 brings together The Green House Project and Pioneer Network once again for bold ideas that disrupt outdated models and create a better future in aging services.
Book, ‘The Chill Pill Prescription: Turns Stress to Strength’ by Scott Liebler offers help for these stressful times
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- With the publication of "The Chill Pill Prescription" (IBSN: 978-09982764270), author Scott Liebler synthesizes more than 35 years of successful experience helping people of all ages to better manage their response to stress. His book offers a four-step, martial arts calming technique paired with a three-step processing procedure that, together, transform stress into strength. Interwoven with the instruction is a very personal story from Liebler's own life, which makes the book a more powerful read than one might expect.
CCHR Demands Urgent Reform to Stop Child Abuse in U.S.-based Youth Behavioral Facilities
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Amid a surge of reported abuse and deaths in psychiatric and behavioral residential programs for youth, the Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) is urging immediate and sweeping federal intervention. CCHR warns that continued inaction by state and federal agencies endangers lives and enables a mental health system where vulnerable children and adolescents are subjected to trauma, neglect, and avoidable harm.
New book,’This Is Me!’ is a heartfelt debut novel exploring identity, love, and acceptance in a small Australian town
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Released in the lead-up to Pride Month this June, "This Is Me!" (ISBN: 978-1779628541) Book One in the "Finding Ourselves" series by debut author Aspen Thomas, is a moving and timely novel that delves into self-discovery, authenticity, and resilience in the face of societal pressure.
Lutheran Home partners with Alzheimer’s Association For New Education Series During Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Lutheran Home, in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter, announces a free community education series focused on Alzheimer's disease, brain health and caregiver support. Coinciding with Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month in June, the upcoming events underscore Lutheran Home's ongoing dedication to educating and empowering families facing memory-related challenges.
New Book, ‘Better Than Before’ is One Mom’s Shocking Journey from Dark Post-Partum Thoughts to Total Transformation
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- In a raw revelation of maternal mental health struggles rarely discussed openly, wellness coach Emily Wright Mitchell has released "Better Than Before: How Overcoming Depression and Obesity Led To One Mom's Wellness Transformation" (ISBN: 978-1964377841 [ebook]; 978-1964377834 [paperback]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).
On James Monroe’s Birthday, a New Study Highlights His Drafting of America’s First Organic Territorial Law
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The James Monroe Memorial Foundation proudly announces the publication of "United States in Congress Assembled Delegate James Monroe: Architect of America's First Organic Territorial Law," a new paper by historian Stanley Y. Klos.
‘Down to the Sea’ – A Powerful Memoir of Love, Disability, and Unyielding Determination – 2nd Edition Released by Mike Belnap...
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- "Down to the Sea" (ISBN-13: 978-1779628220), now in its second edition, is a deeply moving memoir that chronicles the extraordinary journey of Mike and Nancy Belnap as they fight for a better world for their son, Ty, who was born with Down syndrome. Co-authored by Mike Belnap and Candy Lawrence, the updated edition brings a fresh perspective on an inspiring story of resilience, discovery, and the ongoing battle for equality and inclusion.
The Fairy God Doctor’s Guide to a Good Life: Stanford MD Reveals Game-Changing Survival Guide for Working Mothers
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- "The Fairy God Doctor's Guide to a Good Life: A Prescription for the Working Woman" (ISBN: 978-1964377612 [paperback]; 978-1964377636 [ebook]; 978-1964377629 [hardcover]) will be emerging this April as the definitive guide for women seeking to redefine success while avoiding burnout in today's demanding world, Legacy Launch Pad Publishing announced today.
Sumie Filmer’s New Memoir,’Shattered Child: A Memoir’ Is A Heart-Wrenching Journey of Survival, Strength, and the Power of Healing
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- In "Shattered Child: A Memoir" (ISBN: 978-1779624444), Sumie Filmer shares an unflinchingly raw and courageous account of her tumultuous childhood, filled with both unimaginable pain and eventual triumph. This deeply emotional memoir is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of love and support.
Fresh Tech Maid Launches Exclusive 3-Month Spring Cleaning Revitalization Package for Chicagoland Parents
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Fresh Tech Maid, Chicagoland's premier home cleaning service, proudly announces its innovative "3-Month Revitalization Spring Cleaning Package," specially designed for busy parents seeking a stress-free and spotless home. This transformative service promises Chicagoland families at least 1.5 hours of additional free time every week-without lifting a finger-valued at more than $2,900 in exclusive savings and benefits.
Cursive is Cool Contest 2025 Invites Young Writers to Showcase Their Handwriting Skills
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation (AHAF) is excited to announce the return of the Cursive is Cool contest, encouraging students from kindergarten through sixth grade to celebrate the important skill of handwriting. Young writers across the country are invited to put pen to paper and demonstrate their cursive skills for a chance to win fantastic prizes!
New Book ‘Discovering and Embracing Your Life Purpose’ Reveals Framework for Purpose-Driven Living
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- After decades of helping others find meaning in their lives, renowned life coach and entrepreneur Paul T. Peters offers his proven method in "Discovering and Embracing Your Life Purpose" (ISBN: [Paperback: 978-1964377681; eBook: 978-196437769]), a practical guide to uncovering one's unique calling. The book is being re-launched by Elevate Press.