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Documentary Project from Wandering Study Presents a Different Side of Africa

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ -- Wandering Study, a documentary film production company dedicated to adding a unique perspective to the common perceptions of global issues, looks to explore another side of Africa.

Thomas Jefferson Foundation named Charity of the Month by the Gingrich Foundation

WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ -- In honor of Independence Day and Thomas Jefferson, the author of our Declaration of Independence, the Gingrich Foundation has recognized the Thomas Jefferson Foundation as its Charity of the Month for July, 2011.

Mantra-rock springs to life with the delightful onslaught of sound from Larisa Stow & Shakti Tribe

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ -- While 'mantra-rock' may not yet be a recognized music genre, it springs to life with the delightful onslaught of sound from Larisa Stow and Shakti Tribe on their new album, 'Rock on Sat Nam!' (Prema Shakti Music). The vocals are impassioned and the music soothes one minute and urges you into aural ecstasy the next.

Networking site adds new interest groups to help baby boomers and seniors who want to stay active

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. /eNewsChannels/ -- Active Empty Nesters, a social networking website which launched earlier this year and aims to help baby-boomers and seniors lead an active and productive life, is pleased to announce its rapidly growing website with new groups.

Joplin native, Kenny Foster, partners with the United Way to raise funds and awareness for the ongoing efforts to rebuild

NASHVILLE, Tenn. /eNewsChannels/ -- Nashville based singer-songwriter Kenny Foster, a Joplin, Missouri native, has written a song based on the May 22 tornado that ravaged his hometown one month ago today, destroyed his childhood home and trapped his family in the crawl space of their home before they were rescued.

The Libya Relief Fund, is a volunteer-driven charity organization established to provide relief and aid to those affected by the humanitarian...

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ -- The Libya Relief Fund, a volunteer-driven charity organization established to provide relief and aid to those affected by the humanitarian disaster in Libya, today launched a nationwide appeal and fundraising campaign designed to raise awareness of the human and social crisis unfolding in Libya and educate the general public on the nature of the conflict and the Libyan people's struggle for freedom.

A new book by Pamela Sherrod offers a frightening glimpse of a Hollywood secret that was nearly buried in the life...

SARASOTA, Fla. /eNewsChannels/ -- A new book, 'The Last Chapter in the Life of Mrs. Sammy Davis, Jr.' (ISBN: 978-0557736133) offers a frightening glimpse of a Hollywood secret that was nearly buried. In her chronicle, author Pamela Sherrod reveals the events leading up to the death of Altovise Davis, and interweaves these startling revelations with intriguing views of numerous celebrities, from Bill Cosby to Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.

The Gingrich Foundation has selected the Boy Scouts of America as Charity of the Month for June

WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ -- The Gingrich Foundation has selected the Boy Scouts of America as Charity of the Month for June in commemoration of President Woodrow Wilson's signing into law a national charter for the Boy Scouts of America on June 15, 1916.

Jimi Cash, the owner of the Heart to Heart Gold Exchange of Alaska is Helping Local Community with Fundraising Gold Rush

FAIRBANKS, Alaska /eNewsChannels/ -- During these tough economic times, one of the most difficult things to do is raise funds for a charity or community event. Most people are worried about their home value, their job, and generally are not in the best mood - much less thinking about doing something for the community right now, says Jimi Cash, the owner of the Heart to Heart Gold Exchange of Alaska.

World Mind Network reports Crowd-sourced Research Project Seeks to Solve Batangas Fish Kill Mystery

LIPA CITY, Philippines /eNewsChannels/ -- A multi-national coalition of researchers has been formed to study and treat a massive fish kill of over 800 metric tonnes which started on May 27 in Taal Lake, in the Philippine province of Batangas. Sponsored by the World Mind Network, it will involve on-site as well as online cooperation between biology students in the U.S. and the Philippines.

Realty Austin revolutionizes movers' search for Austin homes

AUSTIN, Texas /eNewsChannels/ -- As other cities and states are crawling at a snail's pace toward economic recovery, Austin, Texas has been deemed 'recession proof' and boasts the 'second-strongest job market in the nation.' The city's fastest growing real estate company, Realty Austin, is shaking up the way these relocators embark on their Austin home search.

Daniel Edwards 'Osama Bin Laden Death Sculpture' Gets Name from Facebook

NEW YORK, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ -- A naked Osama Bin Laden, laden with sea crabs and shackled to a U.S. Navy SEALs cement block at the bottom of the sea receives its official title, courtesy of the friends on Facebook. The Osama Bin Laden sculpture is the latest by New York artist Daniel Edwards, and is being unveiled this week on Facebook, announces Cory Allen Contemporary Art.

Reputation 360: Lida Citroen's new book shows you how to manage your reputation and create success

DENVER, Colo. /eNewsChannels/ -- Lida Citroen, a personal branding expert and principal of LIDA360, LLC, a branding and marketing firm, announces the release of her book, 'Reputation 360: Creating Power Through Personal Branding' (ISBN: 978-0983169000). The book takes you through Citroen's process for identifying, developing and disseminating a strong personal brand in order to attract opportunities of all kinds.

Tips for Parents on and Before Prom Night from Kid Coach Peter Favaro, PhD

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ -- While prom night is a cultural right of passage, every year teens die, or injure themselves or others drinking and participating in high risk behavior. Peter Favaro, Ph.D., who manages a child and teen psychology practice called Tribeca Kid Coach, offers words of advice for parents as we approach prom season.

Washington Women In Need raises more than $370K to assist women in need of education, healthcare

BELLEVUE, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Washington Women In Need (WWIN), a local non-profit organization that provides financial assistance to low income women in Washington, today announced that it raised more than $370,000 at its annual spring luncheons held in Seattle and Bellevue. Representing a 10 percent increase over funds raised at the 2010 luncheons, all of the money raised will directly go to establishing grants for women who need assistance in education, health care and counseling.

Oxford University Press announces the much-anticipated release of John Tehranian's new book, 'Infringement Nation'

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ -- To coincide with the 300th anniversary of copyright law, Oxford University Press announces the much-anticipated release of John Tehranian's new book, 'Infringement Nation: Copyright 2.0 and You' (ISBN: 978-0199733170).

Northeast Heat Treatment LLC's New Mobile Heat Truck is the New Weapon Against Bed Bugs and Other Pests

STRATFORD, Conn. /eNewsChannels/ -- Northeast Heat Treatment LLC announced this week the launch of a new business serving Connecticut and Massachusetts and upper Middle Atlantic areas businesses, apartment buildings and homes.

Military Appreciation Month: Gingrich Foundation Recognizes Freedom Alliance as as Charity of the Month

WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ -- In observance of Military Appreciation Month, the Gingrich Foundation has recognized Freedom Alliance as Charity of the Month this May for the organization's commitment to honoring the service and sacrifice of America's men and women in uniform and their families.

'Books to Bookmark' List of 11 Interesting New Books from Q1-2011 announced by Publishers Newswire

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ -- For the first quarter of 2011, Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online resource established in 2004 for small publishers, as well as lesser known and first-time book authors, has today announced its latest semi-annual 'Books to Bookmark' list. This is a round-up of 11 new and recent books which may have been missed due to not originating from major New York book publishing houses, reality television stars, or other big name authors.

New documentary premiere: A City Upon A Hill: The Spirit of American Exceptionalism

WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ -- Newt and Callista Gingrich, in partnership with Citizens United Productions and Peace River Company, will premiere their new documentary, 'A City Upon A Hill: The Spirit of American Exceptionalism,' on Friday, April 29 at the Carnegie Institute for Science in Washington, D.C.

ERI Personal Marketing Firm Reveals 5 Ways Executives Can Create Their Next New Job in 2011

NEW YORK, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ -- After gaining years of experience in your current field, you are ready for your next challenge. ERI Personal Marketing, a firm specializing in assisting executives and professionals in their career search, knows that if you are like many executives in today's job market, your next position may very likely be one created specifically for you.

Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Basket – Put Some in Long-Term Care Insurance 'Basket'

KIRKLAND, Wash. /eNewsChannels/ -- Regardless of your faith, you might benefit from the following Easter-week advice: Take some of the nest eggs in your nest-egg basket and put them into another basket, one devoted to long-term care needs. Otherwise, your retirement dreams could be suddenly shattered. So says Jonas Roeser, Senior VP of Marketing and Operations for LTC Financial Partners.

Reboot my Marriage: Relation-ships.org Website Helps Put the Spark Back Into Marriage

YORK SPRINGS, Pa. /eNewsChannels/ -- A new website, Relation-ships.org, claims to help people to reboot their marriage. It provides useful lessons, tips, advice and most importantly - solutions.

Get Your Face In No Matter Where You Are: iPhone Photos Improved with NEW Quik Pod Mobile

BUFFALO, N.Y. /eNewsChannels/ -- Whether one is mountain climbing in Spain, paragliding in Switzerland or at a family gathering the Quik Pod® Mobile, developed by Fromm Works, allows the photographer to be included and properly centered in photos and videos taken on an iPhone® or other smartphones.

Fixin' to Fall: Singer Sandra Piller releases latest single to Country Music Radio

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ -- Strong radio airplay, a steady climb up the charts and numerous awards have greeted songs from Sandra Piller's current album, 'Days Like These,' and now she is releasing her next single to country radio, 'Fixin' To Fall.' The tune is 'an upbeat love song that makes you want to dance,' notes Piller.