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Civic Resource Group and TransitScreen Selected to Modernize MTC’s Transit Signage across the San Francisco Bay Area

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group (CRG) and TransitScreen, Inc. today announced they have joined forces to modernize the transit displays in 46+ different locations across the San Francisco Bay Area as part of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC)'s Hub Signage program.

CRG is a prime contractor to MTC for elements of its 511 Next Generation (Next Gen) System. The company will design and operate the new 511.org website, manage transit data, and migrate the existing Regional Transit Database to the cloud. CRG has subcontracted with TransitScreen, a pioneer in multimodal transportation displays, to modernize signage for the Electronic Traveler Information Displays portion of the project. TransitScreen provides rich, easy to use, and relevant transit information to millions of weekly users in locations throughout the US.

The goal of the joint effort is to provide 511's comprehensive, real-time and scheduled transit departure information on current and future electronic transit information displays. The redesigned MTC displays will help drive increased transit use, sustainable transportation awareness, and overall usability by the traveling public. Once complete, the system will deliver transit information to 180 transit displays in 46+ high foot traffic locations throughout the nine county Bay Area including San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, Berkeley, Mountain View and other Bay Area cities.

"This project is an opportunity to meaningfully improve the transit customer's experience. Bay Area travelers have come to trust 511's departure times delivered through MTC's network of digital transit information displays. Now, we have the opportunity to use TransitScreen's proven solutions to jointly create world class information signs," said TransitScreen CEO Matt Caywood.

MTC initiated its Hub Signage program in 2008 to standardize the signage system, beginning with 21 key transit hubs and three international airports in the Bay Area. The program seeks to simplify transit riders' experience by creating a consistent "look and feel" through actionable, real-time information.

"Urban mobility is becoming a key focus area for local governments. Transportation agencies now rely heavily on technical innovation to improve mobility while also reducing accidents, carbon footprint, traffic jams, crowding. We feel that it's our civic duty to help agencies be more creative not only in encouraging citizens to use alternative forms of transportation, but most importantly making it easy for today's mobile citizens to get around whenever and however they choose," said Dr. Gregory G. Curtin, Founder and CEO, Civic Resource Group.

About Civic Resource Group:

Civic Resource Group (CRG) is a leading digital government product company. The company pioneered CivicConnect(TM), its first-of-a-kind Mobile/Cloud/Data platform. CRG most recently rolled out its Augmented Reality-based product for the public sector, CivicAR(TM). Since 2000, CRG has been "Fulfilling the Promise of Technology(TM)" for the broad public sector, helping public agencies harness digital advances to connect with their constituents and deliver better and more efficient services. CRG is headquartered in Los Angeles, Calif., and Dublin, Ireland. In 2015 CRG was named to the list of Top 20 Government Technology Providers, along with being spotlighted as "Public Sector Augmented Reality Leader" by Wall Street Forensics. CRG is a new breed of company with a new signature approach, blending the best of technology, design and communications in the digital age to support Sustainable Communities, Efficient Public Services, Engaged Citizens and Better Quality of Life.

About TransitScreen, Inc.:

TransitScreen is a Washington, D.C.-based software company providing real-time transit information for the connected and walkable cities of the future. The TransitScreen service is a live, real-time display of all transportation choices at a specific location (including subway, bus, train, bikeshare, and carshare). Founded in 2012, TransitScreen makes transit information more accessible, viewable and engaging so that commuters, visitors, residents and employees can make informed transit decisions. Today, millions of people across North America and Europe live and work in institutions, organizations, companies and shops displaying TransitScreen's multimodal transportation information.

About 511 and the Hub Signage Program:

511 is a one-stop phone and web source for up-to-the-minute Bay Area traffic, transit, rideshare, bicycling, and parking information. It's free of charge and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week from anywhere in the nine-county Bay Area. 511 is managed by a partnership of public agencies led by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the California Highway Patrol, public transit agencies and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).

MTC's Hub Signage Program is improving transit signage and schedule information for bus, rail, and ferry travelers. MTC has installed new maps, better signage, and electronic displays with real-time transit information in and around Bay Area transit stations to make navigating easier for transit customers and to complement already available transportation information. For photos of Hub Signage Program installations, please visit: http://www.mtc.ca.gov/news/photos/hub_signage.htm.

MTC is the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area's transportation planning, coordinating and financing agency.

Visit CRG at http://www.civicresource.com/ or contact us info@civicresource.com.

Visit TransitScreen at http://transitscreen.com/ or contact us press@transitscreen.com.

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Arab-Latina Sofia Hanan Runs for Miss California Despite Backlash Towards Arabs

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 24, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Regardless of America's focus on "white nationalism," Palestinian-Latina-American Sofia Hanan continues on her quest to become Miss California USA(R) 2016.

The USA has become ultra sensitive to the idea of outsiders living amongst them. Fears heightened after recent Paris attacks and the on-going manhunt for its coordinator. A domino effect of negative rhetoric feeding off real-world tragedy has impacted American minorities. Such fears are incited by Donald Trump's controversial remarks during this year's presidential campaign.

"Americans cannot think of each other as different. Our country was founded by people of varied cultures, coming together to find a better life. This made America great, and is who we are as a nation. We cannot allow political bullies and fear to change our fundamental identity, and I will certainly not allow them interfere with my run for Miss California," said Hanan.

Hanan will continue to run for Miss California USA(R) despite Trump's clearly stated fear of her cultural make-up. "Not only has Trump associated my Hispanic culture with drug dealers and criminals, he is now suggesting a movement which perpetuates false stereotypes that all Arabs participate in Terrorism."

"I don't understand why we continue to segregate ourselves. National identity has nothing to do with skin color, religion, or sexual orientation. I am a Palestinian-Latina-American running for Miss California and am as deserving of this title as any contestant. We all stem from different backgrounds and are all proud Americans. I'm as 'red, white, and blue' as anyone holding an American passport and will not allow paranoia to prevent pursuit of my dreams."

Current Miss California USA(R), Natasha Martinez, also of Hispanic decent, stood her ground, refusing to give up her title when Trump's comments towards Latinos sparked an international boycott of the Miss Universe(R) Organization.

"I too intend to stand my ground," Hanan said. "I will not buckle under pressure to get out of the public eye and will continue to represent mixed-race Americans during this time of fear and hysteria."

Hanan stated that the vast majority of Arabs are completely uninvolved in the violence. "We condemn those who commit such horrific crimes. It is not just these violent acts we are against; we are against all violence." Even though mounting suspicions unjustly lump all Arabs with terrorists, which spur hate crimes, Hanan says she will not let this prevent her from competing for this national title.

"Representing California is a way to help people see that being ethnic can still mean being American." Hanan wants America to know more Arab-Latina Americans like her. She is 23-years old, and was born and raised in northern California. Hanan received a BA degree in Broadcast Journalism, and is formally trained in French cuisine by Le Cordon Bleu Los Angeles. Hanan aspires to work in Culinary Broadcasting. "My dreams are not so different than most Americans'," Hanan said.

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Augmented Reality Enabled ‘GoLauderdale’ App Available on iTunes: Collaboration between Civic Resource Group Int’l and Downtown Development Authority of Fort Lauderdale

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group International (CRG) and the Downtown Development Authority of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (DDA) today announced the completion of the DDA's modernizing Smart City initiative. The joint collaboration achieves the goal of designing and delivering a mobile solution that provides instant, multi-aspect navigation data. Residents, visitors and tourists in the city of Fort Lauderdale now have access to a broad variety of digital sources of information.

The two organizations are pioneering the first complete multifunction solution that supports Smart and Sustainable Urban Mobility, as well as Travel and Tourism in the city of Fort Lauderdale. The integrated technology suite includes key functional components covering all things Fort Lauderdale: a new website (http://www.golauderdale.org/), smart phone application, and 10 interactive kiosks that will provide the latest information for those looking for what to do and how to get around the city using public transportation.

CRG is the prime and only contractor to DDA across the entire initiative. CRG developed the customized Smart City technology, which includes data from Yelp API, Google Places, Broward County Transit, Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Tourism Bureau (http://www.sunny.org/). The resulting interactive solution, named "GoLauderdale" combines data from various sources into a single, real-time display of information about cultural events, dining, shopping, special offers, attractions, hotels, and transportation options among others.

The "GoLauderdale" smart phone app is available on iTunes ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/golauderdale/id1053400388 ). The app works offline, thus eliminating roaming/data charges where applicable. Besides finding accommodations, events, dining, attractions and more the app will help enable users to navigate to their destination using the trip planner feature; use bookmarks to help plan the journey; use interactive maps & compass view to find what to do and how to get there. The app also includes Augmented Reality-enabled features such as geospatial search, pointing, and pointing- enabled search. Users will be able to virtually "teleport" to another location to see their next planned stop.

This interactive program was initiated to coincide with the Wave Streetcar's station information and was funded by a grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Interactive kiosks are available downtown and along the beach. Users can get directions to attractions from their current location using GPS, with interactive mapping that incorporates real-time transit information. GoLauderdale.org allows users to choose from select geographical areas, and the program suggests restaurants and incorporates reviews, menus, current offers, and nearby options.

GoLauderdale is a new way to experience the city using an insider's guide tailored to locals and tourists alike. "This system is invaluable for anyone who wants to experience Lauderdale like a local. Like all of our projects at the DDA, it's an essential enhancement to the infrastructure of our great downtown," said DDA urban planner Chadwick Blue. "This is just the latest improvement to make downtown user-friendly and accessible to new-comers, visitors and seasoned locals."

"For today's mobile citizenry 'GoLauderdale' is a quintessential modern community-serving necessity. It not only delivers curated up-to-date information to Fort Lauderdale's residents and visitors, in essence, the 'GoLauderdale' service helps to boost local economy. Seeking to enrich their experience by participating in community events, attending concerts and festivals, shopping, dining and using public transit, locals and tourists equipped with the 'GoLauderdale' app now can directly contribute to the city's economical and lifestyle well being. Another important aspect to note: 'GoLauderdale' serves as a great example of an effective engagement between citizens and the broad public sector agencies and organizations. Ranging from helping citizens and tourists find activities of their choice to exploring cost-effective and sustainable means to get there, as a result making the quality of communal life better through rich and satisfying cultural experiences," said Gregory G Curtin, Ph.D., CRG's Founder and CEO

About Downtown Development Authority of Fort Lauderdale:

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was established as an independent taxing district by Special Act of the Florida State Legislature in 1965 to provide for the rehabilitation, redevelopment, and revitalization of slum and blighted areas in the Downtown Fort Lauderdale. The DDA has played a variety of constructive roles since its creation. It has been, and continues to be, an economic development agency, a redevelopment agency, a marketing organization, and a coordinator and facilitator among various private and governmental entities involved in and with the Downtown. Learn more: http://www.ddaftl.org/.

About Civic Resource Group International:

Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) is a leading digital government product company. The Company pioneered CivicConnect(TM), its first-of-a-kind Mobile/Cloud/Data platform. The Company most recently rolled-out its Augmented Reality-based product for the public sector, CivicAR(TM). Since 2000, CRGI has been "Fulfilling the Promise of Technology(TM)" for the broad public sector, helping the sector to harness digital advances to connect with their constituents and deliver better and more efficient services. The Company is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and Dublin, Ireland. In 2015 CRGI was named to the list of Top 20 Government Technology Providers and Top 20 Public Sector Solution Providers along with being spotlighted as "Public Sector Augmented Reality Leader" by Wall Street Forensics. CRG is a new breed of Company with a new signature approach, blending the best of technology, design and communications in the digital age to support Sustainable Communities, Efficient Public Services, Engaged Citizens and Better Quality of Life.

Visit the company's website at http://www.civicresource.com/, contact CRG at info@civicresource.com.

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Progress, Growth and Changing The World: Martial Artist Maria Turnhout Promoted to 5th Degree Black Belt

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Saturday, November 21, 2015, KMA Black Belt Champions is proud to host their 16th ceremony showcasing the new Black Belts at their Sherman Oaks, California school. The celebration, at Van Nuys High School Auditorium, is the culmination of a three month testing process.

This year, the Fall Ceremony is exceptional. In addition to the First and Second Degree Black Belts, and Third Degrees the school now enjoys after 13 years of teaching, the community will be celebrating the advancement of the school's co-owner, Master Maria Turnhout, who received her Fifth Degree Black Belt in MMA on August 12, 2015, after training more than 30 years.

Master Turnhout, with outstanding references from leading martial artists, was promoted at a ceremony in Chicago by Great Grand Master Fred Degerberg, who was promoted to 10th Degree Black Belt at the same event. Becoming a 5th Degree Black Belt is a momentous achievement for a woman, of course, but it is a significant accomplishment for anybody.

After receiving her 4th Degree Black Belt ITF more than five years ago, and having been inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame during that time and also becoming one of few females to earn a KRU in Muay Thai, Master Turnhout was a modern day Ronin, a masterless master. Master Turnhout reached out to then Grand Master Degerberg because of his renown in the blended martial arts curriculum and asked to study with him.

Leading students at her award-winning martial arts school in the San Fernando Valley meant she had to keep learning herself. The school Turnhout and partner Laura Welch (2nd Degree) built more than a decade before started as Kicks Martial Arts, utilizing her background in child psychology to create strong programs for kids. Growing to more than 250 students of all ages and stages, with special programs for adults and seniors, the school became known as KMA Black Belt Champions.

Less than 5 percent of the population participates in martial arts, and of those, many students stop training before earning a black belt, or just after, but at KMA Black Belt Champions, most of the students continue training "black belt and beyond." As typical in life, this attitude comes from the top down. The instructor team lets students know of their continued training around the country and the world, where blended styles of martial arts continue to evolve the multi-discipline program that is graded in Tae Kwon Do belt levels.

Maria Turnhout didn't start martial arts intending to get her Fifth or even Tenth Degree Black Belt. She started martial arts like all students, as a white belt, and wanted to grow her body and mind. "I found women in martial arts to be treated respectfully, not treated differently," Master Turnhout shared. An important fact thirty years ago, when there were very few women training in the art. Women now make up half of the student population at most schools.

Over the last three decades, Turnhout has seen martial arts become more professional, in ways of teaching, protective gear, and a growth in progressive martial arts schools that focus on Responsibility. "It's not just hands and feet," Turnhout explains. "Curriculum now includes mindset and training students to feel empowered. We train the brain, to be focused and victory oriented."

Turnhout delights seeing thousands of people walking through life more brave thanks to their training at her school and those like it. She embodies the concept of leading by example. Turnhout and the students at KMA Black Belt Champions don't get Black Belts (or 5th Degree Black Belts), they become Black Belts, transforming their own lives and the lives of those around them. Maria Turnhout received her new belt this summer, but she never considered a celebration of the wonderful accomplishment at the time. She was proud to celebrate her advancement with her own students at their semi-annual Black Belt Ceremony.

"Martial arts is progress, growth and change," Maria Turnhout tells her students, and shows them every day.

To learn more about KMA Black Belt Champions and Master Maria Turnhout visit: http://www.kmaonline.us/.

About KMA Black Belt Champions:

Based in Sherman Oaks, California, KMA is an award winning martial arts school teaching progressive mixed martial arts to children and adults.

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Teenage Walt Disney’s Scrapbook of Original Cartoon Drawings to Be Auctioned

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The only known existing scrapbook of original cartoons drawn by Walt Disney will be auctioned at Bonhams in New York City this month, Phil Sears Collectibles LLC announced today. Walt Disney was no more than 17 years old when he drew the 13 cartoon characters in the scrapbook. Two of the characters are rodents, drawn a full 10 years before he created his iconic Mickey Mouse.

The rodents are trench rats; the young Disney drew the cartoons at the close of World War One while serving as a Red Cross ambulance driver. The drawings, dated 1918, include soldiers, the German Kaiser (being kicked off a cliff by an allied soldier), non-war cartoons, and of course the two rodents. The young Disney gave the 11-inch x 14-inch scrapbook to a female friend from Chicago's McKinley High School. Disney dropped out of high school after only one year, forging his birth date on the Red Cross application to serve in France at the age of only 16.

The Bonhams auction also features the earliest autographed photo of Walt Disney ever offered for public sale. Just 16 or 17 years old in the photo (Walt celebrated his 17th birthday while serving in France), the future entertainment mogul tries to look serious and older than his young age.

Walt Disney collectibles dealer Phil Sears ( http://www.philsears.com/ ) consigned the items to the auction. "This is the earliest collection of original Walt Disney cartoon drawings not locked away in a museum or the Disney Company archives," says Sears. "In terms of Walt Disney's life story, these are the 'cave paintings' of his creative timeline."

The drawings and signed photograph are two of ten lots of teenage Walt Disney artifacts, all of which are considered to be the earliest of their type ever publicly sold. They go under the gavel November 23, 2015 in New York City as part of the "Bonhams & Turner Classic Movies Presents Treasures from the Dream Factory" auction. The auction lots (including photos, details and bid estimates of Disney lots 138 through 147) are online at http://www.bonhams.com/auctions/22486/lot/138/.

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Excessivism is Best Kept Secret in the Art World

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Art collectors have something to get excited about. It's a new global art movement called "Excessivism" and its early adopters date back to the late twentieth century. The movement's founder, American artist Kaloust Guedel, explains that Excessivism is a commentary on economic materialism.

"The art reflects and examines the excessive desire to acquire material goods beyond one's needs and often means," he says.

With little or no consideration for human and environmental consequences, but with incomparable contribution to economic growth, employment and prosperity, Excessivism portrays how a capitalistic society operates and communicates through various techniques and styles.

A recent exhibit, "Excessivist Initiative," displayed works from 21 artists who examined and reflected on society's attitude towards material values. For instance, these artists portrayed the excessively generous use of resources in contemporary circumstances.

Guedel is one of the leading voices in the space of this contemporary art movement and says that the art world should take note.

And, he's not the only one. According to a San Diego-based art adviser, Aldis Browne, historically collectible art involves movements and the influences artists have on the successive generations.

For example, the pop art movement and specifically, the work of Jeff Koons, was part of a generation of artists who explored the meaning of art in a media-saturated era. His works sold for substantial sums of money, including at least one world record auction price for a work by a living artist.

Guedel says that Koons' culturally relevant work introduced glamour into pop art and that Excessivism too delivers an important message, but with a seductive allure. We're on the brink of an artistic revolution."

So, who are the van Goghs or Picassos of the contemporary art world today? Excessivism may just be the movement that delivers a generation of artists who will be revered for years to come.

About the Founder:

American artist Kaloust Guedel was born in 1956. He describes himself as a "self-educated artist." Since 1975, he has lived and worked in Los Angeles. His work explores contemporary issues and often takes a critical stand on various shortcomings present in today's society. Despite varying styles and techniques, his work has been consistent with contemporary sensibility and has reflected the consciousness of its time.

More information: http://www.excessivism.com/.

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Uproar Entertainment Announces New Comedy CD by D’Militant

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Uproar Entertainment is pleased to announce the release of Darryl Littleton's newest comedy CD, "Too Raw for Mainstream." For Darryl Littleton pka D'Militant, no subject is out of bounds, no topic too sensitive, no commentary too raw. With his crackling wit, Littleton holds nothing back, unflinchingly delivering slicing and incisive social and political commentary. "Too Raw for Mainstream" was recorded at The Ice House in Pasadena, Calif. and is Littleton's second recording for Uproar Entertainment.

Darryl Littleton pka D'Militant, is an accomplished comedy historian, publisher, author, columnist, stand-up comedian, radio personality, producer and actor. Having mentored and written for over 100 comedians, Littleton is a respected comedic veteran. He began his career writing sketches for "The Tom Joyner Morning Show" on CBS Radio. Shortly thereafter, he became a regular at the world famous Comedy Store and adopted the stage name, "D'Militant" for his bold, insightful and aggressive stand-up.

His talent landed him a job as D. L. Hughley's exclusive writer during Hughley's tenure as host of BET's "Comic View." Darryl was ultimately promoted to writer/producer for the "Comic View" where he penned material for Cedric the Entertainer, Sommore, and Don "DC" Curry. Littleton also traveled with Katt Williams as his writer and opener on the road at the height of Williams' fame and earned the distinction of being the first African-American appointed to the advisory board of the Comedy Hall of Fame.

Littleton's comedic talents extend to on-camera work, including features in the films, "All Lies on Me" (2007) and "Diamond Dawgs" (2009). He landed a guest starring role on Robert Townsend's WB sitcom, "The Parent Hood" and a recurring role on Townsend's variety show "Townsend Television" for Fox. Littleton also appeared on HBO's "Def Comedy Jam," Comedy Central's "Make Me Laugh," Martin Lawrence's "1st Amendment," Telemundo's "Loco Comedy Jam," "Comic's Unleashed," and ABC's "America's Funniest People," where he was the Grand Prize Winner. In 2002 he released his critically acclaimed comedy CD, "Am I Lying?!" and, in 2006, won the prestigious Bay Area Black Comedy Competition on its 20th Anniversary. Immediately following the release of his first book, "Black Comedians on Black Comedy", chronicling the history of African-American comedy, Littleton became a commentator for NPR.

This first published work gained critical acclaim, continues to be part of the curriculum at USC, is a fixture in libraries throughout the country, and was adapted by Robert Townsend as a full-length documentary entitled, "Why We Laugh," which made its premier at the Sundance Film Festival in 2009 and was broadcast on Showtime in 2010. Says D.L. Hughley: "This book is as funny as Littleton is...It makes me proud to be a comic." Littleton went on to publish 3 more books in 14 months: "Pimp Down: The Rise & Fall of Katt Williams" (2011), "Forefathers" (2012), the story of the American Revolution told from a black perspective, and "Comediennes: Laugh Be a Lady" (2012) which he co-wrote with his wife, comedienne Tuezdae Littleton.

Littleton has toured Europe and Asia as a stand-up comedian, performed for the U.S. military, toured the U.S. as a public speaker, and co-hosted the radio program, "Tuezdae's with D'Militant" (2013) with his wife. In 2014 Littleton launched his fifth book, "How to Be Funny: The Essential Comedy Handbook"; a tutorial on the art of laughter. That same year Littleton produced "Black & Blue: The Laff Records Collection", a compilation of the greatest party record routines from the genre's best artists: Redd Foxx, LaWanda Page, Slappy White, Marsha Warfield and many more. Littleton is showing no signs of slowing down, and his latest CD, "Too Raw for Mainstream" is set to further solidify his place in comedic history.

About Uproar Entertainment:

For the past 20 years, Uproar Entertainment has been recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time.

With an unparalleled ear for undiscovered talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/hS8XQ5LVAPE.
Uproar Website: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/.
Official Website: http://www.funnylit.com/.
Facebook: https://facebook.com/mr.dmilitant and https://facebook.com/darryl.littleton.7 .

Twitter: @D_Militant @UproarComedy

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director Social Media Marketing and PR; 818-723-2648 UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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Civic Resource Group International, Urban Systems and Rhythm Engineering Forge Smart City Alliance

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 29, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group International (CRGI), Urban Systems and Rhythm Engineering today announced they have joined forces to launch a strategic Smart City Alliance - a multi-company collaboration with the goal of designing and delivering a cloud-based, multifunction transportation solution that provides data and decision insights to metropolitan transportation managers, professionals and users.

The three organizations are pioneering the first complete "Smart City Intelligent Transit Module." The application will include key functional features such as traffic optimization and reporting; upgraded communications network and facilities; physical and cybersecurity design at all layers of the Open Systems Interconnection model. The data warehousing and analytics platform will encompass data elements from traffic equipment, parking structures, tourism providers, advertising partners to include visual presentation of data. Multi-screen presentation platform will be designed for use by the public and city employees and managers. Solution will also include remote administration of traffic management assets.

Benefits of the initiative will include lower greenhouse emissions; lower fuel consumption for all public and municipal transportation vehicles, and improved travel times among others. The general public will be able to make informed travel decisions based on real time data. Public and city officials will be presented with a framework for communication exchange. City employees will be able to analyze data from all devices, optimize the community travel experience and in-app advertising will present new revenue opportunities for cities. Public safety will also be positively affected: lower cost of ownership related to intersection management will allow for more frequently updated timing patterns reducing ill-timed patterns that lead to traffic and pedestrian accidents.

The Smart City Alliance partners will use their respective expertise to accomplish the task: CRGI will design and deliver the user experience and reporting application interfaces across all platforms for use by consumer and city management professionals. Urban Systems will provide general counsel and consulting regarding system design, functionality, and traffic plan optimization for best use in the traffic industry. Rhythm Engineering will procure an adaptive traffic management system and access to associated relevant data elements.

"Our strong belief in Good Governance has always been at the core of all of our business initiatives. 'Smart City' digital technologies are proving to be one of the key factors in effective local governing, and we are committed to building the best products for 'Smart City' technology adopters. Our collaboration with the Alliance partners further strengthens our collective ability to reach across cities, city employees and citizens to help enhance the overall quality of urban services and the quality of urban life," said Dane Smith, President of Civic Resource Group International. "The Smart Cities Alliance unique vision and pioneering spirit will allow us to create highly engaging, connected experiences for thousands of users. Our first order of business is to set the standard for the transportation and urban mobility industry."

About Civic Resource Group International:

Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) is a leading digital government product company. The Company pioneered CivicConnect(TM), its first-of-a-kind Mobile/Cloud/Data platform. The Company most recently rolled-out CivicAR(tm) a mobile augmented reality solution for Smart Cities. Since 2000, CRGI has been "Fulfilling the Promise of Technology(TM)" for the broad public sector, helping the sector to harness digital advances to connect with their constituents and deliver better and more efficient services. The Company is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and Dublin, Ireland. In 2015 CRGI was named to the list of Top 20 Government Technology Providers, along with being spotlighted as "CRG International a Public Sector Augmented Reality Leader" by Chief Research Analyst Matt Margolis of Wall Street Forensics. CRGI is a new breed of Company with a new approach, blending the best of technology, design and communications in the digital age to support Sustainable Communities, Efficient Public Services, Engaged Citizens and Better Quality of Life.

About Urban Systems:

Urban Systems Associates is one of Southern California's oldest Traffic Engineering firms. With 35 years in the business of solving the challenging transportation problems of an urban environment, Urban Systems understands how to improve traffic safety and flow. We are a Civil and Traffic Engineering firm using advanced technology to solve transportation problems. With practical knowledge and design experience, Urban Systems' mission is to improve commutes for the average person.

About Rhythm Engineering:

Rhythm Engineering empowers traffic engineers to save lives, save time, and save the environment through cost-effective, innovative traffic solutions. Its flagship product, In|Sync(TM), is a real-time adaptive traffic control system that enables traffic signals to immediately adapt to traffic demand, reducing accidents up to 30 percent, cutting travel times up to 50 percent, and reducing fuel consumption and emissions 20-30 percent. In|Sync is chosen for installation at more than 2,000 intersections in 128 cities in 31 states, creating better, safer traffic for American motorists.

Visit the company's website at http://www.civicresource.com/ and/or contact CRG at info@civicresource.com.

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California Physician honored for Commitment to Global Health

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 28, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Irene Bih Wakam, a family physician practicing in Ventura, California, has been awarded the 2015 Global Health Excellence Award from Student International Development Engagement, a program in which students travel abroad to enrich their global experience and contribute to development issues.

Dr. Wakam volunteered as a member of a team of local and international volunteers, executed and assessed the success of the second annual Baligham Village health fair, sponsored by Student International Development Engagement (SIDE) on June 13, 2015 to provide health care and disease prevention to Baligham, a remote poor village in Cameroon.

On top of poverty, poor road conditions and scarce transportation options make it difficult for Baligham villagers to seek medical care and treatment. Pregnant women and lactating mothers and their babies have to travel 10 miles on very rough and bumpy roads on foot or ride motorbikes before they can take a taxi to travel another 15 miles to seek medical care.

Dr. Wakam had to travel by bush four wheel drive taxi, and foot to get to Baligham. The children she treated were suffering from respiratory infections, intestinal parasites, diarrhea or malaria, all of which are preventable diseases. In addition, maternal health services and a safe place to give birth are not available to pregnant women in this remote poor village. The low percentage of pregnant women giving birth in the poorly equipped government run Baligham health post, do so under unsanitary conditions and have to pay for their own drugs and supplies.

Dr. Wakam secured donations of needed medication and medical supplies from Johnson & Johnson Company for the health fair and used her own funds to help pay for more medication and travel expenses. "The lives of Cameroonians living in remote poor villages like Baligham can be transformed, by providing access to basic services such as water, sanitation, electricity, medication, health care providers and road improvements," says Dr. Wakam.

"We sponsored the Baligham Mobile Health Fair in an attempt to raise even more awareness for the plight many people; men, women and children are facing in underdeveloped villages in Cameroon such as Baligham," said Margaret Galabe, author, award-winning humanitarian, philanthropist, and founder of Student International Development Engagement.

"Volunteers have always been and will continue to be at the very heart of these worthwhile events, and this is a call out to any that want to join us. Ten or twenty people aren't enough unfortunately. To help a village, you need a village of people who are more than willing to assist," adds Galabe.

About Student International Development Engagement:

Student International Development Engagement, or SIDE for short, invites international students to attend a six week, highly intensive summer volunteering, service learning and internship, where they are culturally immersed in remote, rural villages in Cameroon, Central Africa, so as to gain a greater understanding of the issues that engulf the people of these villages.

Through SIDE's mission, sustainable development initiatives and cross-cultural experiences are fostered SIDE is an agile, ambitious, collaborative and forward thinking non-profit organization that provides an unparalleled student service, ensuring it continues to foster stronger relationships with both its students and partners locally and internationally. SIDE was established in 2011 by award-winning philanthropist Margaret Galabe, who serves the organization as its executive director. SIDE is based in Palmdale, California, USA and Bamenda, Cameroon.

To see how SIDE can promote success through its student summer volunteering, service learning and internship programs, visit their website: http://StudentInternationalDevelopmentEngagement.com/.

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EnvyCorner.com Halloween Costumes Exceed Halloween Shoppers’ Expectations with their Unbelievable Prices

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Envy Corner (EnvyCorner.com) announces their launch of high quality Halloween costumes at unbeatable prices. The decision to move forward with this came from the President of the company, Armen Leylekian, a very successful entrepreneur whose business practices are based on customer demand satisfaction enablement.

His vision this time was to get high quantities of quality Halloween products under $16.99. He was able to do that, plus he also managed to add at least 6 products that will sell under a mind blowing $12.95.

"This Halloween I would like to make the best costumes available for our shoppers at the best prices," says Mr. Leylekian.

Each Halloween season EnvyCorner.com had something special for the buyers. Last season they were giving away free costumes to their Facebook users. They also revealed their best costume voting statistics to the public and provided 15% OFF on any product that was not originally on sale. The same exact offer will also be available for items that do not fall in the special discounted pricing such as the Halloween costumes under $16.96.

In addition to keeping Envy Corner's 2014 best seller costumes on hand this year, EnvyCorner.com has also added a new 2015 collection of Halloween inventory such as; Beloved Sailor, Army Captain, Beautiful Indian Babe, serving wench costumes, and so much more!

Envy Corner's Three Piece Midwest Babe featuring a Gingham tube dress with built-in petticoat and red bow will make you stand out from the crowd.

The Private Sail Costume featuring a sexy hat, Jacket with applique, tube top, skirt and belt will definitely be a great choice.

Envy Corner's Beautiful Indian Babe costume represents real seduction. The costume includes brown headband, brown crop top with beads and fringe detail, mini skirt with turquoise faux fur and brown fringe detail.

Alternatively, the sexy one piece Serving Wench might also sound like a good option for you. This costume includes stretch spandex mini dress with a lace-up detail.

From the world's top fashion designers, Envy Corner's selections are constantly kept up-to-date while being reasonably priced. Their primary goal at Envy Corner is customer care. Their shoppers can rely on http://www.EnvyCorner.com/ to deliver the outfits that will amp up their glamour.

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Uproar Entertainment Releases First Stand-Up Comedy CD by Kat Radley

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the debut comedy CD from the dynamic and talented KAT RADLEY. Hailing from Montclair, Virginia, Kat Radley began her stand-up comedian career as a contestant in Rooftop Comedy's National College Comedy Competition. After being voted into the Final Four by the public, Radley landed a coveted spot in the Aspen Comedy Festival, representing her alma mater UVA.

Prior to her public debut, Radley unwittingly honed her craft during her upbringing in a large Irish Catholic family, each sibling claiming to be funnier than the next.

Beyond her siblings, much of Radley's passion and early inspiration for comedy comes from a combination of her fondness and admiration for the "Spartan Cheerleaders" of "Saturday Night Live," and Conan O'Brien's quick infectious wit on "Late Night with Conan O'Brien." From Radley's quick-fire anecdotes to her hilarious pop culture references, everything is a target and nothing is off limits. Kat has been called the "female Dennis Miller" and her edginess compared to the likes of Amy Schumer.

Since launching her career, Radley made her stand-up television debut on FOX's "Laughs," and appeared in many notable festivals including the Out of Bounds, Laughing Skull, and Women in Comedy Festivals. She was also a finalist in the Magners Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy where she took home the Friars Club Audience Award and earned the distinction of "Comic to Watch" by Time Out New York. In addition to appearing at festivals, Radley performs improv and sketch at the Upright Citizens Brigade and IOWest Comedy Theaters in Los Angeles, and hosts her own YouTube talk show, "A Chat With Kat."

"Very funny!" - Bob Saget.
"A brilliant writer." - Howard Stern.

About Uproar Entertainment:
For the past 20 years, Uproar Entertainment has been committed to recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time.

With an unparalleled ear for undiscovered talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

"The Important Thing is That I'm Pretty" by Kat Radley release date: September 18, 2015.

Uproar Website: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/.

Kat Radley Website: http://www.katradley.com/.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katradleyfanpage

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KatRadleyComedy

Twitter: @KatRadley - https://twitter.com/KatRadley

For promotional copies, interviews, or for additional info, contact: Ashley Beck, Director; Social Media Marketing & PR at 818-723-2648 or UproarComedyPR@gmail.com.

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Hit Web Series ‘Foster’s Animal World TV’ Takes a Bite Out of Cyber Bullying

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the first African American dog photographer, director Foster Corder has always had a special affinity and vision for animals. Over the years, his photographic and film contributions have laid the groundwork for some of the most prominent canine experts in the field. With his two hit web series "Foster's Animal World TV" and "Conversations with a Pit Bull" he has solidified himself as a preeminent voice for thousands of dogs, particularly those abused and in the shelters.

On Tuesday, September 29 from 7:30 a.m. PT to 11:30 a.m. PT, Corder will take a bite out of cyber bullying within the dog rescue community with California attorneys Michael Harrington and Stephen Michael as his guests. They will address Internet laws and crime activities concerning email, online forums and social media. Linda Carel, from LA 4 Animals, will join them as they discuss these conflicts and offer possible resolutions.

The show will stream live on http://www.rmconair.com/ and will take calls at 323-965-1600.

Harrington's and Michael's appearance on the show marks the fifth in a series of shows targeting cyber bullying, in particular focusing on the "Facebook Rescue Mafia." Corder became a target himself after his initial presentation on the topic. Corder received hostile prank calls and online bully attempts for several weeks after interviewing rescuers within the community who had fallen victim to similar online assaults and harassment. The personal attacks against him only fueled his resolve to stop the behavior, an issue he now considers just as detrimental as the rampant euthanizing of dogs in shelters.

"Cyber bulling within the dog rescue community has the potential to deter people from helping animals. Anyone who has done animal rescue knows that there are people who view themselves as so-called authorities on the matter. They are fanatical of sorts and act as unauthorized 'dog police.' Many good and caring people complain they have been harassed, defamed and bullied by them for their rescue efforts. Their credibility and lives have suffered tremendously from these vicious cyber attacks and many have even received death threats," reveals Corder.

Cites Monika McComb from Open Arms Rescue, "I am a legal volunteer dog puller. My reputation has been destroyed and my life threatened behind my efforts to make a difference in the lives of helpless and needy canines. I am happy to see that Foster is exposing cyber bullying on his show. It needs to be stopped!"

"Conversations with a Pit Bull," co-hosted with Daniel Mason, which airs every Friday from 11 a.m. to Noon PT and on the Roscoe Media Center from Hollywood, Calif. (http://www.rmconlive.com/) has emerged as the channel's most popular show, with dog lovers tuning in from around the world including Canada, Italy, the United Kingdom, Australia and Asia. Each week animal experts and activists converge in the studio, on the phone, via Skype and online with dog lovers and their pets for a three hour immersion in all things 'canine' including rescue alerts, adoption notices, support for shelters, training tips, canine care and up to date news on events and notices in the dog community.

Other links to Foster's innovative efforts for change in the animal world include "Breeder X" series (https://youtu.be/t2FKyPwUSEg), the "Dexter" for dog animal abuse drama series; 50K Spay & Neuter Mission, across America with Shorty Rossi; and his 50K Mike Vick View statement.

Bark along with "Fosters Animal World TV" and check out an episode now.

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Comedian SHANG Host Big Daddy Kane SUPERFLY Release Party

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Author Gloria Goldwater opens our eyes to the Golden Age of hip-hop music, as it grew from a localized sub-culture to a worldwide lifestyle in "SuperFly - My Untold Story of Hip-Hop" (ISBN: 978-0991356003). Her writing revisits her wide-eyed enthusiasm as she launched her improbable magazine publishing career, dedicating herself to a genre that was still unfamiliar to mainstream America and a wide array of artists who were just beginning what would become legendary careers.

On Friday, October 2, 2015, "SuperFly - My Untold Story of Hip-Hop" will release as a book version at the Comedian SHANG Host Big Daddy Kane \ SUPERFLY Release Party. Attendees will be able to meet the author, purchase a signed copy and ask her various questions.

Hosted by Comedian SHANG, one of the Hottest rising comics in the country, the Superfly Release Party takes place at the famous Hollywood Park Casino located at 3883 W. Century Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90303. In addition, guests will be entertained with a special guest performance by legendary Grammy(R) Award-Winning Rapper Big Daddy Kane whom is sure to bring the house down.

Kane, considered to be one of the most influential and skilled MCs in hip-hop is mentioned in "SuperFly - My Untold Story of Hip-Hop."

"Big Daddy Kane is still today one of the best rappers. I would put Big Daddy Kane against any rapper in a battle. Jay-Z, Nas, Eminem, any of them. I could take his 'Raw' 'swagger' from 88 and put it up against any record from today. Kane is one of the most incredible lyricists... and he will devour you on the mic. Big Daddy Kane can rap circles around cats. Back in the day they all used to hang out at Superfly Magazine headquarters in New York City and chop it up," states Goldwater.

The Superfly Release Party will be a one-of-a-kind experience for those that love Hip-Hop and that are true to the experience. Tickets range from $25 to $50 and can be purchased by calling (213) 926-2809 or by going to http://bit.ly/BigDaddyKaneHollywoodPark

"SuperFly - My Untold Story of Hip-Hop" is available on Amazon and can be purchased by clicking here: http://amzn.com/0991356004.

WHAT: Comedian SHANG host Big Daddy Kane \ SUPERFLY release party.

WHEN: Friday, October 2, 2015 / 8 p.m.

WHERE: Hollywood Park Casino:
3883 W. Century Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90303.

TICKETS: $25 General Admission / $35.00 Guaranteed Seating / $50.00 VIP Seating.
Tickets are available by calling (213) 926-2809 or by going to http://bit.ly/BigDaddyKaneHollywoodPark.

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Civic Resource Group Int’l CivicConnect Parking Featured on California Mobile Gallery as ‘ParkItDTSD’ App

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) today announced inclusion of CivicConnect(TM) Parking, the Company's high performing product from its "Smart Cities" Portfolio, in California Mobile Gallery. The product was successfully implemented in San Diego as "ParkItDTSD" and is featured in the Gallery under this name.

The City of San Diego's owned non-profit organization CivicSD ("Civic San Diego") teamed up with Civic Resource Group International, a pioneering developer of "Smart City" digital products, to build a comprehensive parking solution to help streamline public and private parking for residents, workers and visitors in Downtown San Diego. This product provides real-time parking information. It is fully adaptable as a web portal, mobile app or digital display. ParkItDTSD features location-aware mapping and alerts, visuals, filtering tools, GIS integration, and the local operators are partners in updating the data. The app seamlessly integrates multiple vendor parking APIs and public and private real-time parking data so users can easily obtain off-street parking availability and general parking information on their portable devices.

ParkItDTSD is connected to CRGI's fully integrated Mobile/Data/Cloud Platform CivicConnect(TM). This connection will allow the City of San Diego to evolve the app because the future phases for CivicSD will include connecting information about San Diego events, neighborhoods and business districts, public transit, and more.

ParkItDTSD can be found in the Gallery by entering keywords in the search, such as City of San Diego, San Diego, ParkItDTSD. The California Mobile Gallery provides users with the ability to find services and information (local and state) nearest their location from their smart device wherever they are located. Inclusion of City of San Diego ParkItDTSD app in the gallery also provides the city with a unique location for any other apps they add to the gallery, in essence providing the city with its own virtual listing of their mobile apps for the public.

"We're excited to add the City of San Diego's ParkItDTSD mobile app to the California Mobile Gallery which further bolsters the public resources available at the fingertips of Californians," said Scott Paterson, Deputy Director of Enterprise Solutions for the California Department of Technology. "The goal of the California Mobile Gallery is simple - to provide the public with a single point of contact for all mobile government services and information. As of today, we have 35 unique local government apps and it is increasing everyday."

Dr. Gregory G. Curtin, Founder and CEO, CRG Int'l stated, "CRGI's signature approach is to connect applications and data through our CivicConnect(TM) platform in a way that evolves and continues to flourish over time."

Dr. Curtin further explained, "While working with CivicSD we kept in the view the big picture of San Diego becoming a true 'Smart City.' Starting with the parking app, we took it a step further and offered a comprehensive 'Smart City' solution, that will over time connect information about San Diego's arts and cultural events, neighborhoods and business districts, public transit and tourism. ParkItDTSD turned out to be a successful 'Smart City' app and we are delighted to see it in the California Mobile Gallery, which is fast becoming the biggest, richest, best Public Sector Apps Gallery on the planet!"

"We are proud and excited to have our ParkItDTSD featured on the California Mobile Gallery. The goal of the app is to make navigating for parking downtown San Diego easier. Now, with this added exposure, visitors from across the State, even country, can have access to this resource. We hope the app, as a parking tool and as it evolves to include additional features, becomes a model for other cities," said Reese A. Jarrett, President of Civic San Diego.

About Civic Resource Group International:

Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) is a leading digital government product company. The Company pioneered CivicConnect(TM), its first-of-a-kind Mobile/Cloud/Data platform. The most recently rolled-out its Augmented Reality-based product for the public sector, CivicAR(TM). Since 2000, CRGI has been "Fulfilling the Promise of Technology(TM)" for the broad public sector, helping the sector to harness digital advances to connect with their constituents and deliver better and more efficient services. The Company is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and Dublin, Ireland. In 2015 CRGI was named to the list of Top 20 Government Technology Providers, along with being spotlighted as "CRG International a Public Sector Augmented Reality Leader" by Chief Research Analyst Matt Margolis of Wall Street Forensics. CRGI is a new breed of Company with a new signature approach, blending the best of technology, design and communications in the digital age to support Sustainable Communities, Efficient Public Services, Engaged Citizens and Better Quality of Life.

Visit the company's website at http://www.civicresource.com/ and/or contact CRG at info@civicresource.com.

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AMMCO-Hennessy Handed First Asbestos Defeat by Weitz and Luxenberg

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A Los Angeles County Superior Court jury this month handed Hennessy Industries, Inc. as successor to AMMCO Tools, Inc., its first-ever loss in an asbestos-exposure lawsuit despite the defendant company's self-assurances that the grieving family of an Army veteran and automotive parts store owner who died of mesothelioma had no chance of winning, victorious plaintiffs' law firm Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C., today announced.

"The verdict against AMMCO and Hennessy represents the first time the companies have been held liable for an asbestos-exposure injury or death," said first-chair trial attorney Mark D. Bratt, who, with second-chair attorney Peter Beirne, led the Weitz & Luxenberg trial team.

The Aug. 3 jury decision in the Chatsworth-area courtroom of the Hon. Randy Rhodes capped a three-week trial in which the family blamed AMMCO and Hennessy for the store owner's death in 2012, Weitz & Luxenberg said.

The husband and father was stricken with mesothelioma after years of inhaling asbestos dust spewed into the air while he machined asbestos-containing brake shoes in a corner of his shop, the firm said.

AMMCO is the Hennessy-owned manufacturer of the brake grinders he used in performing that work, according to the firm.

No Escape From Asbestos Liability:

Bratt and Beirne said they presented compelling evidence that AMMCO knew its brake grinder posed a grave health hazard yet advertised it as safe.

"AMMCO started manufacturing brake grinders in 1950," said Bratt. "These grinders employed a rudimentary, reusable porous cloth dust bag which had to be manually emptied by workers. In its advertisements from that era, AMMCO claimed this bag prevented 'bothersome and dangerous flying dusts.'"

However, in 1973, AMMCO tests showed workers were being exposed to millions of asbestos fibers despite the dust bag system, and so the company designed a new dust-collector system, Bratt explained.

In patent applications obtained by Weitz & Luxenberg, AMMCO described and acknowledged design defects in the original containment system, admitting it created "a definite health hazard", Bratt said.

"AMMCO never even tested its original dust bag system with regard to asbestos exposure and safety, so the company had no factual basis for its advertising claim," Bratt added. "Nonetheless, AMMCO was aware prior to 1950 when it introduced the product that asbestos was dangerous. And despite all that, AMMCO continued to sell the original porous cloth bag as a replacement product until at least 1983."

Worse, said Bratt, "AMMCO never contacted grinder owners to warn them of the dangers of using the old dust-collector system, never issued a recall of the grinders, never offered to retrofit them with the new dust-collection system, never put a warning on the replacement dust bags it continued to sell, nothing."

Mesothelioma Death a Bitter Loss to Family:

Bratt said the wife and two surviving sons of the auto parts store owner were devastated by his death from mesothelioma, an extraordinarily aggressive form of cancer.

"He was a loving husband who every morning would pick a fresh grapefruit from their yard for his wife's breakfast," Bratt said. "They were high-school sweethearts back in their native South Dakota. They got married not long after he completed his service in the Army more than 50 years ago, and then moved to the Los Angeles area. They were best friends, loved to travel, and enjoyed a simple life together."

The man's exposure to asbestos dust began in the early 1960s while he was working with AMMCO brake grinders in various Southern California automotive supply houses where he learned the trade, Bratt said.

In 1971, the man opened his own auto parts store and outfitted it with an AMMCO brake grinder. He operated it often, said Bratt.

The jury found the defendants liable for, among other things, negligence and strict products liability, Weitz & Luxenberg reported.

"Importantly, this verdict proves that a company cannot design a product which necessarily creates a hazard when used with another product and escape responsibility," Bratt offered.

"This verdict also reaffirms that there are basic steps a responsible company must take before putting a product onto the market," he continued, "such as performing research, conducting tests, designing and engineering products appropriately, and avoid making baseless claims about safety. In short, companies cannot put profits ahead of people."

About Weitz & Luxenberg:

Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. is among the nation's leading and most readily recognized personal injury and consumer protection law firms. Weitz & Luxenberg's numerous litigation areas include: mesothelioma, defective medicine and devices, environmental pollutants, products liability, consumer protection, accidents, personal injury, and medical malpractice. Victims of consumer fraud are invited to rely on Weitz & Luxenberg's more than 25 years of experience handling such cases. You can contact the firm's Client Relations department at 800-476-6070 or at clientrelations@weitzlux.com.

More information: http://www.weitzlux.com/.

Twitter: @WeitzLuxenberg

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Civic Resource Group Int’l Launches CivicConnect Parking as part of its Rapidly Growing ‘Smart City’ Product Suite

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 5, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group International (CRG) today announced availability of CivicConnect(TM) Parking, the Company's newest addition to its rapidly expanding "Smart Cities" Product Portfolio. CivicConnect(TM) Parking helps cities by streamlining and simplifying public and private parking for residents, workers and visitors.

Traffic congestion and parking are priority issues for local governments throughout California and beyond. Civic Resource Group Int'l, a recognized developer of "Smart City" digital products, continues its steady supply of business-specific mobile solutions with this parking solution.

Built on CRG's first-of-a-kind CivicConnect(TM) Mobile/Cloud/Data Platform 3.0, the new product provides real-time parking information and is fully adaptable as a web portal, mobile app or digital display. The product was created and implemented specifically for public agency management of parking assets and data, and can easily be extended to connect other urban mobility components such as public transit, rideshare and bike share, events and local business promotions, etc. Most recently, the product was successfully implemented in San Diego where ParkItDTSD is simplifying parking for those who visit, live and work in downtown San Diego. Future phases for CivicSD include connecting information about San Diego events, neighborhoods and business districts, public transit, and more.

CivicConnect(TM) Parking features location-aware mapping and alerts, visuals, filtering tools, GIS integration, and provides administrative GUIs (graphical user interfaces) for local parking operators. The product seamlessly integrates multiple vendor parking APIs and public and private real-time parking data so users can easily obtain on and off-street parking availability and general parking information. The readily available cloud-based nature of CivicConnect(TM) Parking allows for easy replication to other locales, and easy expansion of data and connected services.

"CRG doesn't build one-off applications such as standalone parking apps that don't connect to anything else...and inevitably become stale," said Dr. Gregory G. Curtin, Founder and CEO, CRG Int'l. "We place major value on connecting the various smart city components-transportation and public transit, arts and culture, utilities, tourism and local businesses, regional planning, City services, etc. -- and creating new mobile user experiences while simultaneously providing Cities with better data and more efficient service delivery. We are developing the 'Smart Cities' of tomorrow, if you will, but don't get me wrong when I say 'tomorrow' -- as we've shown time and again we are 'Delivering Tomorrow's Technology Today.'"

The Company's "Smart City" Suite offers practical, business-specific products including "Smart Tourism," "Water," "GeoSocial," "Community" among others all on the award winning CivicConnect(TM) Platform. The Company recently released its CivicAR(TM) mobile augmented reality product for Smart City solutions, the first augmented reality product of its kind in the public sector.

About Civic Resource Group International:

Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) is a leading digital government product company. The Company pioneered CivicConnect(TM), its first-of-a-kind Mobile/Cloud/Data platform. The most recently rolled-out its Augmented Reality-based product for the public sector, CivicAR(TM). Since 2000, CRGI has been "Fulfilling the Promise of Technology(TM)" for the broad public sector, helping the sector to harness digital advances to connect with their constituents and deliver better and more efficient services. The Company is headquartered in Los Angeles, Calif. and Dublin, Ireland.

In 2015 CRGI was named to the list of Top 20 Government Technology Providers, along with being spotlighted as "CRG International a Public Sector Augmented Reality Leader" by Chief Research Analyst Matt Margolis of Wall Street Forensics. CRGI is a new breed of Company with a new approach, blending the best of technology, design and communications in the digital age to support Sustainable Communities, Efficient Public Services, Engaged Citizens and Better Quality of Life.

Visit the company's website at http://www.civicresource.com/ and/or contact CRG at info@civicresource.com.

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Uproar Entertainment Releases First Comedy CD by Tobe Hixx

LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Comedy saved Tobe Hixx's life! A skinny kid who was often teased and ridiculed by his peers, Hixx ultimately turned to a life of crime that included gangs and selling crack. After stints in both state and federal prison, Hixx chose to return to his first love, comedy. Uproar Entertainment announces a new comedy CD from Hixx, "Laugh or Die."

Says Hixx, "People don't realize when you sell drugs, you're just as addicted as the person using the drugs. I was addicted to the money and the lifestyle." Overcoming hard times in prison helped him develop the thick skin he would need to survive as a comedian.

Hixx started his comedy career in San Diego, Calif., where he was voted San Diego's Funniest Man. Since then, Hixx has traveled the globe making audiences roar with laughter in over 15 countries, including Iraq and Afghanistan where he received the highest medal of recognition for entertaining American soldiers. His humble beginning remains a pertinent part of his story and a reminder to continue propelling forward. "Every time things get tough, shows get cancelled, it makes you think of the past."

Hixx, who has a special penchant for being around for funny moments, gets most of his material from real life situations. His style is salted with influences of comedic heavyweights Richard Pryor, George Carlin, Redd Foxx and Louis CK. Taking his audiences on side-splitting journeys, he perfectly combines the honesty of Pryor's personal tragedies, Carlin's disposition for observation and knowledge, Foxx's sharp attitude, and CK's tenacity.

The LA Times writes: "Tobe Hixx is a true Comedian. Tobe works the crowd until everyone is laughing and he gets even funnier! Great Show! Tremendous artist worth every penny of admission."

He has been seen on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," Fox's "Laughs," LaffMobb's "We Got Next," "Comics Unleashed," "Who Wants to Date a Comedian," "The Doctors-Man Cave Segments," BET's "Comic View," "Operation Repo," and "1000 Ways to Die," in addition to numerous stand-up TV performances.

About Uproar Entertainment:
For the past 20 years, Uproar Entertainment has been recording and promoting today's most talented comedians. Under the helm of David Drozen, the man who discovered Richard Pryor in early 1970, signed him to his first recording contract, and produced 12 of his albums for the legendary comedy label Laff Records, Uproar nurtures, supports and develops the best comedic talents of our time.

With an unparalleled ear for undiscovered talent, Mr. Drozen is responsible for discovering many of today's comedy greats, producing their very first comedy albums and igniting their comedy careers. Under his leadership Uproar Entertainment is "makin' comedy happen!"

"LAUGH OR DIE" by TOBE HIXX release date: August 14, 2015.

Uproar Website: http://www.uproarcomedycd.com/.

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Apparelbook.net Launches the World’s First Online Direct Sourcing Network for Apparel Retailers

LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Apparelbook, the world's first online sourcing network for the apparel and accessories wholesale industry, today announced the launch of its online marketplace, Apparelbook.net, and package of online branding tools and services. Apparelbook provides an instant and direct source for retailers of all sizes to discover new apparel products and manufacturers via its online marketplace, as well as complementary web-enabled tools to continuously build the direct relationship between the buyer and the manufacturer.

"The world has gone online, and retailer buyers are also looking for ways to take advantage for better products and better deals," said Paola Borja, co-founder of Apparelbook.

This website aims to show the most unbiased information about apparel and accessory products of all categories, styles and price points. The purpose is to provide opportunities for companies that may not be able to afford attending the big markets or trade shows to expose themselves to new retail buyers; it is simultaneously a new avenue through which retail buyers can discover new well-developed lines that they may otherwise not have encountered. Ultimately, Apparelbook focuses on enabling all apparel lines speak for and sell themselves based simply on the on-trend and quality merits of the products themselves.

"We believe Apparelbook.net will allow buyers to discover new and, sometimes less-known, manufacturers that have quality products and negotiate the best prices with them. This will level the playing field for all apparel manufacturers, regardless of their history or current market share, and boost the companies with the greatest products to thrive," Borja adds.

Apparelbook.net is strictly a hosting site for apparel and accessories manufacturers, and any transactions conducted are directly with the manufacturers. To help promote the growth of relationships between retailers and manufacturers, Apparelbook also provides private website and company mobile app development for easy and instant communication.

About Apparelbook:

Apparelbook is the world's first online wholesale network of independent garment and fashion accessory manufacturers for the apparel industry. The online marketplace, Apparelbook.net, lists manufacturers of all categories, including but not limited to women's apparel, men's apparel, children's apparel, intimate wear, active sportswear, jewelry, hats, bags and glasses. The website provides a simple, easy-to-navigate organization of products from hundreds of apparel companies in operation around the world.

This "no-frills" format aims to serve retail buyers by providing them a sourcing platform to connect, negotiate and purchase directly from the source, keeping focus on fashion and target prices for all budgets. The company also seeks to expose all quality, on-trend products from manufacturers of all sizes to retailers, and to support the cultivation of mutually-beneficial relationships between the two with packages of user-friendly web-enabled tools.

Apparelbook is a division of iEnvision Group. It was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, Calif. For more information, please visit http://apparelbook.net/.

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Convicted Actor Steve Comisar asks Celebrity A-List Felons for a Little Help

LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 7, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Steve Comisar is an actor who was convicted of fraud and sent to federal prison. The media and Wikipedia have branded him a con man. Some of Hollywood's major players have served time and can relate to his situation.

Comisar has recently asked Robert Downey Jr. and Mark Wahlberg to step-up and help him rebuild his acting career upon release by giving him acting jobs in their upcoming projects. Some of Hollywood's A-list felons include Mark Wahlberg (assault), Robert Downey Jr. (drugs), Tim Allen (drugs), Wesley Snipes (tax evasion), and Danny Trejo (murder).

Comisar says, "I hung out with Robert Downey Jr. when we were kids. He's not the type of person who would turn down a request for help." Comisar also says, "Helping those in need is what Mark Wahlberg does best. He helps wounded veterans and homeless kids."

Comisar's publicist Nanci Ryder says, "After prison, Steve plans to pursue acting full time while also starting a non-profit group that helps incarcerated actors. He's calling it 'Stars Behind Bars.'"

Comisar grew up in Beverly Hills with the original "Brat Pack" and has been acting since a very young age. Comisar has authored one book and has appeared as an actor in dozens of movies, televisions shows, and commercials. Comisar currently commands an enormous, global, social media fan base which is growing each day. Comisar will be released from prison in 2017.

Steve Comisar Official Website: http://www.stevecomisar/ .

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Civic Resource Group International First Government Technology Provider to Bring Mobile Augmented Reality Product into Public Sector

LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 30, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group Int'l (CRGI) today announced the worldwide release of CivicAR(TM) - the first Mobile Augmented Reality (AR) solution for the public sector. The new product will enable governments and public sector agencies to deliver information and services directly to citizens and communities in a highly contextual and easy to use mobile environment.

CRGI developed CivicAR(TM) using patented technology with the goal of making Augmented Reality applicable for practical, business-specific uses in the civic sector. The robust CivicAR(TM) platform includes advanced Visual Search allowing users to easily scan city assets (bus stops, subway stations, restaurants, signs, trees, etc.) with their mobile devices for digital information. The Virtual Teleportation feature enables citizens/visitors to explore points of interests, facilities and distant locations with 360 views, all remotely. The Directional Search feature allows users to learn about what's around them simply by pointing their mobile device, and integrated localization/geolocation features map users and content precisely within their environment, providing valuable user analytics.

CRGI is making Augmented Reality - only recently considered "futuristic" - directly relevant and applicable in virtually any Smart Sector verticals such as government services, transportation, tourism, economic development, environment, utilities, healthcare and education among others.

"I'll be the first one to admit that the public sector, which includes government, insurance agencies, travel, tourism, healthcare and education was not the first place I looked for early adoption of augmented reality solutions," observed Matt Margolis, Chief Analyst of Wall Street Forensics after having researched the Company and its competition. "CRGI is helping advance the public sector well into the future and on the forefront of the digital age. AR for the public sector will connect residents, businesses and officials. Have you ever been riding on a bike path and seen a down tree? With AR solutions you could take a picture of the down tree and instantly let town officials know where a tree has fallen along with providing crucial information to address the issue," concluded Mr. Margolis

Civic Resource Group International is one of the world's leading providers of digital government solutions. The Company pioneered CivicConnect(TM), its first-of-a-kind Mobile/Cloud/Data platform. Since 2000, CRGI has been "Fulfilling the Promise of Technology(TM)" for clients in the broad public sector, helping them to harness digital advances to connect with their audiences. CRGI is a new breed of Company, innovating solutions that support Sustainable Communities, Efficient Public Services, Engaged Citizens and Better Quality of Life.

Visit http://www.civicresource.com/ - or for more information contact info@civicresource.com.

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Weitz and Luxenberg Exploring Southern California Oil Spill Victims’ Claims

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Weitz & Luxenberg P.C., today announced it is investigating claims from members of the fishing industry, property owners and others harmed by an oil spill that began Tuesday and blighted the shoreline just north of Santa Barbara, California.

California Gov. Jerry Brown declared a state of emergency in response to the oil spill.

NBC News reported the spill dumped about 105,000 gallons from a break in a 2-foot-diameter pipeline that runs through the northern part of Santa Barbara County.

Oil from the pipeline rupture flowed to the beach where it then entered the water and created 9-miles of oil slick in the ocean, affecting 4 miles of beach, CNN said.

Santa Barbara Oil Spill Causing Harm:

According to news reports, popular beaches and campgrounds in the affected area were ordered evacuated, and officials said that some beaches would be closed for Memorial Day weekend.

"California's coastal region is home to a rich and diverse habitat and is a vital part of the state's economy because of the variety of businesses supported by those Pacific waters - chief among them fishing and tourism," explained Robin Greenwald, who heads Weitz & Luxenberg's Environmental, Toxic Tort & Consumer Protection Unit.

"Memorial Day weekend is typically a three-day period when local businesses expect some of their biggest economic gains of the year," she indicated. "Because of the oil spill, those gains may not materialize this year."

"The full extent of the spill is yet to be determined, but fishermen and coastal property owners will likely suffer economic harm, too, by this spill," Greenwald added.

Greenwald said Weitz & Luxenberg is no stranger to aiding businesses and property owners who suffer economic harms from oil spills.

Beginning in 2010, the law firm represented fishermen, businesses and individuals who suffered losses after the oil giant BP's offshore drilling rig exploded, spewing millions of gallons of crude oil into the Gulf of Mexico, she said.

Weitz & Luxenberg, joined by other law firms, convinced BP to enter a massive financial settlement. The settlement compensated hundreds of thousands of fishermen, businesses and individuals whose livelihoods and/or property were damaged in the course of the spill, said Greenwald, a key player in the settlement negotiations.

Money May Be Owed to Santa Barbara Oil Spill Victims:

The flow of oil from the burst pipeline eventually was stopped, the Coast Guard said.

However, the news media raised the possibility that the pipeline owner - Houston-based Plains All American Pipeline - may have allowed the leak to continue for hours before shutting off the flow.

Weitz & Luxenberg said that under California law, the pipeline owner had a duty to exercise reasonable care in preventing this kind of disaster from occurring.

"The company created an unacceptable risk of economic harm to innocent people and businesses," said Greenwald.

Santa Barbara oil-spill victims who contact Weitz & Luxenberg are eligible for a no-cost, no-obligation evaluation of their legal rights against the oil company

To obtain the free consultation, oil-spill victims can reach the law firm toll-free at (800) 476-6070 or online at www.weitzlux.com, Greenwald said.

About Weitz & Luxenberg:

Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. is among the nation's leading and most readily recognized personal injury and consumer protection law firms. Weitz & Luxenberg's numerous litigation areas include: mesothelioma, defective medicine and devices, environmental pollutants, products liability, consumer protection, accidents, personal injury, and medical malpractice. Victims of consumer fraud are invited to rely on Weitz & Luxenberg's more than 25 years of experience handling such cases. You can contact the firm's Client Relations department at 800-476-6070 or at clientrelations@weitzlux.com.

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Former VMware Global VP Dane Smith Joins Civic Resource Group International as President

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 19, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group Intl. (CRGI) is pleased to announce that Dane Smith has joined the company as President. Mr. Smith comes to CRGI from On-Ramp Wireless, an IoT technology provider. In his role, Mr. Smith will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for the Company by working with the CRGI Executive Team, their Advisory Board, and community leaders to establish long-term goals, strategies, plans, and policies for implementing successful Smart City campaigns globally. Mr. Smith will be providing the overall growth strategy, business vision, and marketing leadership to support CRGI's significant global expansion.

A proven leader and IT industry veteran, Mr. Smith will be formulating and implementing CRGI's strategic plan for developing of all aspects of direct and indirect sales of the Company's broad portfolio of CivicConnect(TM) product line, as well as overseeing and expanding CRGI's national and international sales channel ecosystem. In his role, Mr. Smith will also be advising on introduction of new sales and marketing programs and will be responsible for evaluating the new initiatives' performance and ROI. Mr. Smith is taking his role as President at a critical time for CRGI as it establishes itself as the leading Mobile/Cloud/Data solutions provider for the broad public sector around the globe.

"We are delighted to have Dane Smith join Civic Resource Group as President," said Gregory Curtin, Ph.D., Founder and CEO of CRGI. "He is an experienced, talented, dynamic business leader and has an excellent track record of devising and executing highly successful strategies that show measurable results for the public sector. He understands the unique needs of government clients and has proven time and again that he will do what it takes to serve them ethically. I am personally looking forward to working with Dane as he and I share our passion about the positive changes that the Internet of Things is bringing to the quality of people's lives and their communities"

"I believe in and commend Civic Resource Group's approach of matching their cutting-edge solutions for public sector with the needs of what we now call 'Mobile Citizenry,' whose demand for faster, easier government and public services is immensely influenced by today's fast changing environment, where Mobile, Cloud, Data within the Internet of Things are the key 'agents of transformation,'" said Mr. Smith. "I'm excited to be a part of company, whose mission, 'Fulfilling the Promise of Technology' has stayed true since 2000, as the Company has demonstrated through positive results its significant contribution in helping to improve the quality of citizens' lives."

Mr. Smith joins Civic Resource Group from On-Ramp Wireless, an Internet of Things technology provider where he was Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Marketing and was responsible for growing the company's global M2M footprint in smart meter and Digital Oil Field applications. Prior to On Ramp, Mr. Smith was a key member of the executive team at SmartDrive where he was instrumental in growing the company from a late stage startup into a leading global cloud mobile application platform. Prior to SmartDrive Mr. Smith was SVP Sales, Marketing and Business Development at hydrogen fuel cell pioneer ClearEdge Power, Inc.

Previously, Mr. Smith was Vice President of Americas Sales at VMware and later the Global Vice President of Systems Integration and Outsourcing, and was a key member of the executive team behind that company's 2007 record setting IPO, playing a decisive role in the development and valuation of one the fastest growing software companies in history. He also spent nearly 13 years in various management roles at Sun Microsystems, including Vice President of Western Area Sales and Field Operations.

In his spare time, Mr. Smith is involved in various non-profit initiatives that focus on children's issues globally, including his current role as a Producer of the recently released documentary film "The Drop Box." Mr. Smith earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from the Scripps College of Communication at Ohio University.

About Civic Resource Group International (CRGI):

Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) is one of the world's leading providers of digital government solutions. The Company provides highly secure Mobile/Cloud/Data solutions that touch every facet of citizens' lives. Since 2000, CRGI has been "Fulfilling the promise of technology(TM)" for clients in the broad public sector, helping them to harness digital advances to effectively connect with their target audiences.

By leveraging the award-winning and first-of-a-kind CivicConnect(TM) Mobile/Cloud/Data platform and deep domain expertise, CRGI has delivered impactful, engaging and cutting-edge solutions that facilitate openness, transparency, safety and efficient service delivery for external and internal users alike. CRGI is a new breed of Company with a new approach, blending the best of technology, design and communications in the digital age to support Sustainable Communities, Efficient Public Services, Engaged Citizens and Better Quality of Life.

Visit the company's website at http://www.civicresource.com/ or contact CRG at info@civicresource.com.

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L.A. Celebrates the 71st Anniversary of D-Day, 70th Anniversary of VE Day, and 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Celebrated philanthropists Jane and Bert Boeckmann of Galpin Ford and the Heritage League of the Second Air Division, announced today they have joined forces again to honor WWII Veterans at the 71th Anniversary D-Day Luncheon at The Proud Bird, 11022 Aviation Blvd, in Los Angeles, on Saturday, June 6. This year the luncheon will also celebrate the 70th Anniversary of VE Day, and the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War. All WWII and Vietnam Veterans, as well as their friends and family, are encouraged and invited to attend.

Led by Master of Ceremonies and "Glee" star, Bill A. Jones, the program includes WWII Jewish-French spy and author of Behind Enemy Lines, Marthe Cohn, among other notable dignitaries.

The event commemorates the 71th anniversary of the D-Day Invasion of Normandy, when American and British forces attacked German-occupied France during World War II on June 6, 1944. Fourteen B-24 bomb groups of the Second Air Division, along with the B-17's of the First and Third Bomb Divisions of the 8th Air Force, dealt a crippling blow to the German military-industrial complex.

Although the war would continue, the D-Day invasion marked the downfall of Germany's 'Thousand Year Reich' and the beginning of the victory for the Allies in Europe. Nazi Germany surrendered less than a year later.

The event also commemorates the 70th Anniversary of VE Day, marking the end of World War II, and the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War.

For more information, and to purchase a luncheon ticket, please contact D-Day Event Chairman Peggy Learman at (818) 366-6972 or via email at whiteplains38@aol.com. Additional information can also be found by visiting the event's website at http://www.ddayanniversaryla.com/.

About The Heritage League:

The Heritage League (or HL) was established in 1987 by its parent organization, the Second Air Division Association (or 2ADA). The HL mission is educating following generations about the sacrifices of our forbears of the Bomb and Fighter Group Second Air Division in WW II. We do this through informative publications, presentations, our website and a host of other social and educational programs.

We actively support related efforts such as the "living legacy" Second Air Division USAAF Memorial Library, in Norwich, England, The 8th AF Historical Society, and the Mighty Eighty Air Force Heritage Museum near Savannah. Our mission is big, challenging, and exciting. We want your energy, vision and talent. The Heritage League is a 501(c)3 nonprofit org. More information: http://www.heritageleague.org/.

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Civic Resource Group International Makes Cloud-based CivicConnect Water Conservation Platform Available to Cities, Water Agencies in Drought-Stricken California, Nationwide

LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group International (CRG) today announced immediate availability of its award-winning CivicConnect(TM) Water Conservation and Drought Management Platform to all the Cities and Water Agencies throughout California.

As Governor Brown has officially mandated water restrictions/conservation throughout the State of California, CRG is proactively stepping up its efforts to raise the awareness of availability of its CivicConnect(TM) Water Conservation and Drought Management Platform primarily in drought-stricken State of California. In the near future the Solution will be made available to the states also affected by the drought - Arizona, Nevada, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming among them.

The first release of CivicConnect(TM) Water Conservation and Drought Management Solution was pioneered in California. The application was originally developed with support from the California Department of Water Resources and Federal Bureau of Land Management. This project represented a groundbreaking approach to Water Conservation on a regional basis, and was awarded the California Internet Project of the Year. Today the Solution is in full production in a SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) model for the City of San Diego.

The new cloud-based version is deployable in rapid and cost-effective manner, without traditional investment in new hardware. Most importantly, the cloud-based nature of the Solution allows for easy replication for virtually any interested customer.

Built on the first-of-a-kind CivicConnect(TM) Mobile/Cloud/Data Platform 3.0, CivicConnect(TM) Water is a comprehensive online water conservation/management system. The system includes a unique GIS Landscape Area Measurement (LAM) Tool which allows agencies to create accurate measurements of customer sites for water budgeting and tracking purposes. The system integrates the consumption and billing data with sophisticated infrared imagery for classifying vegetation, satellite imagery for viewing/validating, parcel data layers, and real time evapotranspiration data from State managed CIMIS stations and sensors throughout the county to automatically create a range of water budget targets, reports, and analyses for individual business and residential customers as well as the agency.

The system utilizes cloud applications, big data, analytics, and can be utilized horizontally across any given city government or water agency to connect data/service offerings between agencies' personnel and consumers of water resources through online and mobile services.

About Civic Resource Group International:

Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) is one of the world's leading providers of digital government solutions. The Company provides highly secure Mobile/Cloud/Data solutions that touch every facet of citizen's lives. Since 2000, CRGI has been "Fulfilling the promise of technology(TM)" for clients in the broad public sector, helping them to harness digital advances to effectively connect with their target audiences. By leveraging the award-winning and first-of-a-kind CivicConnect(TM) Mobile/Cloud/Data platform and deep domain expertise, CRGI has delivered impactful, engaging and cutting-edge solutions that facilitate openness, transparency, safety and efficient service delivery for external and internal users alike.

CRGI is a new breed of Company with a new approach, blending the best of technology, design and communications in the digital age to support Sustainable Communities, Efficient Public Services, Engaged Citizens and Better Quality of Life.

Visit the company's website at http://www.civicresource.com/ , contact CRG at info@civicresource.com.

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AquaSonic Wave Adds Sparkle to Daytime Emmy Awards

LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This year's Daytime Emmy's stars will walk away with trophies and accolades as well as learning about a revolutionary new invention, The AquaSonic Wave. Co-created by Dean Kamen, creator of the Segway, and Master Jeweler David Bellman, the AquaSonic Wave provides a novel, time-effective way to keep diamonds and other precious jewelry sparkling like new.

Celebrities at the 42nd annual Daytime Emmy(R) Awards will be introduced to the AquaSonic Wave at the event and many of the VIPs will receive their own personal units as gifts. The show takes place Sunday, April 26, 2015, and is being held on the Warner Bros. Studio lot in Burbank, Calif. Hosted by Tyra Banks, it will be broadcast live on poptv.com.

Just picked up by high-end retailer Brookstone, the AquaSonic Wave system is rapidly garnering favorable attention from those in the know in the jewelry business.

"You see, the dirty little secret of the industry is that most people's jewelry is very dirty," Bellman states. "It also is a prime carrier of bacteria at a level so high that it can create a serious health hazard for people in their personal and public lives. The AquaSonic Wave introduces an inexpensive, cost effective way to clean jewelry at the professional level, right in the comfort of your home," Bellman adds.

"I've owned one of the top 50 jewelry stores in America for over thirty years," Bellman notes. "I've always been amazed at how much my customer's jewelry was in need of professional level cleaning. Dean Kamen and I used all of our combined expertise and experiences to come up with a modern, usable approach to cleaning diamonds and other precious jewelry. The AquaSonic Wave is a game changer."

Bellman will be in attendance at the Daytime Emmys to help explain and service the gifting to Emmy winners and nominees. "I'm coming from the snowy East Coast to enjoy the California sunshine and help share the ASW with the stars of television. It should be sparkling, clean fun."

For more information, visit http://www.aquasonicwave.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/aquasonicwave1 .

Video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/olFgTrBEdyY .

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New Book, ‘The First-ever Baligham Village Mobile Health Fair’

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 31, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Margaret Galabe, author, award-winning humanitarian, philanthropist, and founder of Student International Development Engagement (SIDE), a program in which students travel abroad to enrich their global experience, contribute to development issues, shares her experiences as a member of the team that brought this pilot project to fruition in this meaningful, heartfelt, and insightful, illustrated book.

"The First-ever Baligham Village Mobile Health Fair" (ISBN: 978-1320315005) book is a story of mothers and their babies, families and the myriad of health concerns facing this underserved remote village in Cameroon. It transcends boundaries, North Toledo, in the U.S.A., a diversified group of passionate student volunteers from Canada, the U.S., Ireland, Germany and the Czech Republic.

"It grew out of an opportunity I saw to improve the health care and mortality rates of rural families, mothers and children in Baligham, a remote poor village in Cameroon," says Margaret Galabe.

Using a mobile health fair model, and a team of local and international volunteers planned, executed and assessed the success of the first-ever Baligham Village health fair. The experience of the team is described in this book, including the lessons they learned and the extraordinary gift they shared with members of this underprivileged rural village.

The most valuable chapter in the book isn't about the planning or execution (although they are certainly program priorities) but about the lessons learned. Every successful program must continue to evolve in order to sustain longevity despite the ever changing needs of the project. The goal of this book is to inspire and encourage others to take part in the important work being done via the Baligham Village Project.

"My experiences are shared in this book for those who will enjoy the encouragement and hope present in a story such as this, where strangers give and share of their time and talent in the service of others," Galabe adds.

The book is available for purchase online at Amazon at: http://amzn.com/1320315003 .

About Student International Development Engagement:

Student International Development Engagement, or SIDE for short, invites international students to attend a six week, highly intensive summer volunteering, service learning and internship, where they are culturally immersed in remote, rural villages in Cameroon, Central Africa, so as to gain a greater understanding of the issues that engulf the people of these villages. Through SIDE's mission, sustainable development initiatives and cross-cultural experiences are fostered.

SIDE is an agile, ambitious, collaborative and forward thinking non-profit organization that provides an unparalleled student service, ensuring it continues to foster stronger relationships with both its students and partners locally and internationally. SIDE was established in 2011 by award-winning philanthropist Margaret Galabe, who serves the organization as its executive director. SIDE is based in Palmdale, California, USA and Bamenda, Cameroon.

To see how SIDE can promote success through its student summer volunteering, service learning and internship programs, visit their website:
http://www.StudentInternationalDevelopmentEngagement.com .

VIDEOS:
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Executive Director;
Email: margaret @ studentinternationaldevelopmentengagement.com
Phone: 661-456-2286.

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MostFit Introduces Stability Training Tools That Initiate a Whole New Way to Train

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Following the launch of SYN Rings - a revolutionary product that changes the paradigm of stability training - MostFit has just released the new Core Hammer to the market. If you're looking to add a new dimension of intensity, explosive muscle engagement and core training to your exercise regimen, or for your clients, these tools fit the bill.

The MostFit Core Hammer is a first of its kind, finally making sledgehammer workouts possible without the tire. The Core Hammer is designed just like a sledgehammer, but the head is round and composed of solid hard rubber, providing the right amount of rebound so the user can establish a rhythm that exactly mimics traditional sledgehammer swings. This means that sledgehammer workouts can now be done anywhere - in a park, gym, Crossfit box, or at home and multiple users can workout together in small spaces with the Core Hammer, which fits in nicely with MostFit's mantra of helping the user be the "Most Fit" they can be - anywhere, any time.

MostFit SYN Rings allow the user to suspend weight plates from an Olympic weightlifting bar creating instability; forcing the user to engage more core and stability muscles and increase overall strength. The rings allow the weight plates to move in all directions, including forward, back, side-to-side, up-and-down and in circular motions.

"Stability weight training with the MostFit SYN Rings promotes core stabilization, explosive muscle engagement and athletic development - it's a whole new way to train," says Dr. Santo Riva PT, DPT, OCS, NASM-CPT.

The MostFit Suspension Strap offers "grab-and-go exercise" at little cost. It's a safe, affordable and most importantly, portable way to get your workout on - at home, at the office or on the road. Bodyweight training with the MostFit Suspension Strap will strengthen major muscles, while improving balance and core strength. It's designed to be a single, contained unit, and all adjustments are made using just the body. There are no extra parts or adjustable clips to get in the way of the workout and the anchor is attached. Additionally, the MostFit Suspension Strap weighs significantly less than other products available, and it contains no metal parts, so it can easily be brought in your carry-on luggage for air travel.

"If there's one thing that my passion and experience as a fitness instructor has taught me, it's that health and wellness don't have to be out of reach," says Andrew Gavigan, Founder and President of MostFit. "I was inspired to create the MostFit brand and line of products in order to make working out more interesting and accessible to everyone and to innovate well into the future."

The MostFit product line also includes Resistance Loops, Resistance Tubes and Resistance Bands, as well as exercise mats.

MostFit has formed distribution partnerships with all the right players, including Perform Better, Gopher Sport, Power Systems, and can also be found in key retail outlets in and around L.A. and in Canada, as well as online at http://Most-Fit.com/ .

About MostFit:

Founded by trainer Andrew Gavigan in 2011, MostFit is focused on creating and sharing affordable, efficient and accessible fitness equipment that empowers individuals to get stronger and to workout anywhere, any time.

MostFit is dedicated to promoting fitness throughout the community, as a means to health and happiness. Their goal is to make fitness enjoyable, accessible and realistic - which is paramount to creating a healthy body image and ultimately, success.

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Weitz & Luxenberg’s Anthem Data Breach Lawsuit Helps Kids, Too

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 25, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Anthem Inc. data breach class action lawsuit brought this month by Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C. seeks to protect tens of millions of children - and not just adults - affected by the health insurance giant's massive loss of sensitive confidential records, the New York-based law firm today announced.

Children - whose parents are among the estimated 80 million Anthem customers victimized by the data breach - stand to lose potentially far more than the adults as a result of the mid-December 2014 computer break-in, the firm said.

"The children of Anthem policy holders may be the most vulnerable victims," said Robin L. Greenwald, who heads Weitz & Luxenberg's Environmental, Toxic Tort & Consumer Protection Unit.

Time to Act Against Anthem Is Now:

Many parents erroneously assume their children are not in harm's way because of an absence of indications that the youngsters have been targets of identity theft, the law firm said.

However, Weitz & Luxenberg warned it may be years or decades before it becomes evident that an Anthem policy holder's child has been financially damaged, possibly severely.

By then it may be too late to exercise legal rights against Anthem through the mechanism of Weitz & Luxenberg's class action lawsuit, the firm indicated.

Consequently, "the time for parents to join the class action lawsuit against Anthem to hold that corporation responsible for allowing the data breach to occur and for what may happen in the future as a result is now," said Greenwald. It is critical to understand the full extent of the breach of all family members' personal information.

The firm clarified that it is unnecessary for an Anthem policy holder or beneficiary to have yet suffered financial harm from the data breach in order to participate in the class action lawsuit.

As long as someone was or is an Anthem customer, that person may be entitled to join the lawsuit as a plaintiff and exercise legal rights, the firm indicated. Past and current policy holders who are concerned about this violation of their rights are also invited to contact Weitz & Luxenberg.

Anthem Data Breach Hurts Kids Most:

According to information security experts, the Anthem data breach hackers struck gold when they burrowed into the health insurer's computer systems and extracted the confidential records of the sons and daughters of policy holders.

"That fact is, parents suffer over and above their own identity theft when their children's private information is stolen; such information is often said to be more coveted by identify thieves than the information of adults," Greenwald explained.

The reason has to do with credit histories. "A child likely has no credit history, which makes it very easy for identity thieves to create a false persona to apply for credit cards and loans," she said.

She said the task of inventing a false identity becomes easier still if the thieves have the child victim's Social Security number and medical records, all of which the Anthem data breach exposed.

But the real damage accrues when thieves simply pretend to be the victim, she said.

"Criminals can use the child's stolen information to obtain expensive medical services not covered by insurance, or to gain prescriptions for medications that they then sell on the black market, while the victim's parents could be stuck with the bill," Greenwald explained.

"It can take years for any such activity to be discovered by the victim," she said. "But seeking to hold Anthem accountable for the harm is something all victims can do right now."

About Weitz & Luxenberg:

Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C. is among the nation's leading and most readily recognized personal injury law firms. Weitz & Luxenberg's numerous litigation areas include: mesothelioma, defective medicine and devices, environmental pollutants, consumer protection, accidents, personal injury, and medical malpractice. Victims of accidents are invited to rely on Weitz & Luxenberg's more than 25 years of experience handling such cases. You can contact the firm's Client Relations department at 800-476-6070 or at clientrelations@weitzlux.com.

More information: http://www.weitzlux.com/.

@WeitzLuxenberg

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Anthem Data Breach Sparks Class Action Lawsuit, Weitz & Luxenberg Announces

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C., today announced the filing of a class action lawsuit against the nation's second-largest health insurer, Indianapolis-based Anthem Inc., following disclosure earlier this month that the private information of 80 million Anthem customers was stolen in a massive online data breach.

Over a six-week span beginning in mid-December, hackers siphoned from Anthem's computers a wealth of customer personal information, including names, birthdates, Social Security numbers, employment records and income data, the law firm said.

Security experts believe devastating financial losses may loom for Anthem customers as identity thieves use the ill-gotten information to ransack checking and savings accounts, abscond with tax refunds, and apply for credit cards, mortgages and bank loans in their victims' names, Weitz & Luxenberg said.

"Already, victims of the data breach are being targeted with email phishing scams from criminals sending fake but real-looking official Anthem correspondences," said Robin L. Greenwald, who heads Weitz & Luxenberg's Environmental, Toxic Tort & Consumer Protection Unit.

Details of the Anthem Data Breach Lawsuit:

Weitz & Luxenberg's class action alleges Anthem was negligent and in violation of California consumer protection laws.

"We intend to hold Anthem responsible for neglecting to do what was reasonable and prudent to safeguard its customers' personal information," said Greenwald.

The complaint asks the court for an order forcing Anthem to take all necessary steps to prevent future data breaches and for an unspecified amount of monetary compensation to make up for the financial losses members of the class suffer as a result of the data breach.

The class action was filed in U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. The lawsuit names a Santa Clarita, California, mother of two as its representative plaintiff. She has been an Anthem customer for 10 years.

According to the filing, data thieves pilfered personal information on all 37 million of Anthem's current policy holders as well as the private data on some 43 million former customers - a total of 80 million consumers.

"This theft is the result of Anthem's failure to implement cyber security measures commensurate with the duties it undertook by storing vast quantities of sensitive customer data," said Greenwald.

"Every business that collects and stores sensitive information about its customers has a duty to safeguard that information and ensure it is secure and remains private," Greenwald added.

"The data collected and stored by health insurance companies are among the most highly sensitive personally identifiable information," she continued. "Health insurance companies, in turn, bear the crucial responsibility to protect this data from compromise and theft."

Anthem Data Breach Exposed Social Security Numbers:

The theft of Social Security numbers is profoundly worrisome because they may be used by identity thieves to engage in a wide range of financial transactions in the name of unsuspecting others, Greenwald explained.

Worse, unlike the process of canceling and replacing a stolen credit card, blocking the use of a stolen Social Security number by an identity thief is no simple matter, she said.

On the list of crimes that may be committed with a stolen Social Security number is tax fraud.

This possibility prompted the head of one state's tax-collection agency to recommend that Anthem customers not postpone filing their taxes for 2014, lest fraudsters beat them to it and snatch away their refunds, said Greenwald.

Anthem insurance plans are sold under various banners. They are Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia, Empire Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Amerigroup, Caremore, Unicare, Healthlink and DeCare.

Individuals who now are or once were holders of one of these brands' policies are urged to contact Weitz & Luxenberg for information about how to participate in the class action lawsuit against Anthem.

About Weitz & Luxenberg:

Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C., is among the nation's leading and most readily recognized personal injury law firms. Weitz & Luxenberg's numerous litigation areas include: mesothelioma, defective medicine and devices, environmental pollutants, consumer protection, accidents, personal injury and medical malpractice. Victims of accidents are invited to rely on Weitz & Luxenberg's more than 25 years of experience handling such cases. You can contact the firm's Client Relations department at 800-476-6070 or at clientrelations@weitzlux.com.

More information: http://www.weitzluxenberg.com/.

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California Safe Schools Receives 2014 Neotrope Non-Profit PR Grant

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 18, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- California Safe Schools (CSS) is pleased to announce it is one of 10 recipients for 2014 of Neotrope's annual J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant award. With this commitment, Neotrope(R) will provide public relations (PR) and cause-marketing support to California Safe Schools over the next year to raise awareness around its programs and accomplishments.

California Safe Schools is a nationally - and internationally - celebrated child's environmental health and environmental justice coalition.

"We are grateful to have Neotrope assist us in raising awareness on children's environmental health and environmental justice. Their services will be extremely helpful as we continue to spearhead ground-breaking programs and policies that protect our most vulnerable," says founder and Executive Director of California Safe Schools, Robina Suwol, who was named by UTNE Magazine as one of "50 Visionaries Who Are Changing Your World."

As part of this in-kind grant program, Neotrope(R) is providing PR solutions, news dissemination (through its Send2Press(R) Newswire service), and social media marketing for California Safe Schools. This cause-related marketing program is intended to help raise awareness of the 501(c)3 non-profit to traditional media, to the public, as well as to potential sponsors and donors, regarding their efforts.

"We're honored to be providing assistance to such a worthy cause as California Safe Schools," said Neotrope CEO, Christopher Laird Simmons; a member of PRSA and ASCAP. "We were impressed by their goals of keeping kids safe through education and policy making efforts."

"For more than sixteen years, California Safe Schools has led groundbreaking efforts to ensure that school children and the public have a right not to be poisoned, a right to learn, work and live in a healthful environment. When we work together great things can and do happen," added Suwol.

About California Safe Schools:

California Safe Schools (CSS) successfully spearheaded the most stringent schools pesticide use policy in the nation, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), at the Los Angeles Unified School District. IPM uses low risk methods to eradicate insects, weeds and other pests, eliminating a major source of indoor and outdoor pollution. It was the first in the United States to embrace the "Precautionary Principle" and "Right to Know" about pesticides used on school campuses. The success of the Los Angeles Unified policy led to California Legislation, Healthy Schools Act 2000.

On October 6, 2005, Governor Schwarzenegger signed AB 405 (Montanez) sponsored by California Safe Schools. This important law closes a loophole thus protecting more than 6 million California k-12 public school students, and hundreds of thousands of teachers and school employees from exposure to experimental pesticides whose health effects are unknown.

CSS has worked extensively on local and national School Siting Guidelines and under Robina Suwol's leadership, has facilitated changes at the policy level as well as at the grassroots which creates a lasting institutional protection.

For more information on the California Safe Schools visit their website at http://www.calisafe.org/ .

To follow on Facebook, visit: https://www.facebook.com/pages/California-Safe-Schools/160930077251044 .

About Neotrope:

Since 1983 Neotrope(R) has delivered services to raise organization awareness including brand identity, marketing, public relations (PR), and SEO services. Neotrope is also an entertainment publishing company involved in books, music, software, and online magazines. The company pioneered the concept of search optimization of press release content back in 1997 and has been at the forefront of many communication and technology movements for three decades. Neotrope was an Inc. 5000 company in 2009, is a member of GS1, and has an A+ rating with the BBB. More information: http://www.Neotrope.com/ .

About the Non-Profit PR Grants:

The Non-Profit PR Grants(TM) program was originally launched in 2000 to help assist U.S. 501(c)3 worthy causes to raise awareness, attract halo sponsors, and better connect with donors and volunteers.

Starting in 2013, the Grant was named after the company co-founder, the late Dr. J.L. Simmons, PhD, who passed away in 2003. The Neotrope PR Grants are now known as the "J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant."

With this cause-related marketing grant program, Neotrope has been honored to help many worthy causes in past years, including Camp Blue Skies, Catalysts Powering Educational Performance, Children Awaiting Parents, Food Finders, Inc., Fresh Start Surgical Gifts, Girls Write Now, Move for Hunger, The Native Voices Foundation, The Pacific Pinball Museum, The Bob Moog Foundation, Special Equestrians, Starlight Children's Foundation, The National Inclusion Project, World Savvy and dozens more.

Grant recipients are selected by Neotrope/Send2Press staff based on qualified applications filled out and submitted by U.S. based non-profit orgs. Choices for grant "winners" are both subjective, and based on overall activities and actual need, as well as best fit for support from the marketing team.

Additional information regarding the Neotrope 2013 J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant program for U.S. charitable non-profits and grant recipients can be found at: https://www.send2press.com/non-profit/ and also http://prgrants.com/ .

About Send2Press:

Send2Press(R) (a service of Neotrope) offers best-in-class affordable Direct-to-Editors(TM) news distribution to working print and broadcast media, and to social media, with high visibility in search engines using proprietary Neotrope ContextEngine(TM) technology. Send2Press is unique because it was the first online newswire service with staff entirely comprised of accredited public relations professionals, published authors, working journalists, and marketing experts. The service was spun-off of Neotrope's traditional PR services in 1997 and became a branded service in 2000. Learn more about Send2Press at https://www.Send2Press.com/about/ .

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Top 5 Envy Corner Costumes Chosen for Voting

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 17, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sexy Halloween costumes retailer, Envy Corner, is proud to announce the top five Halloween costumes that were voted to be the best costumes for women this year. Fans of Envy Corner's Facebook page picked the top five Halloween costumes, to create the ultimate "complete costume." Here are the 5 best costumes in order:

Four-Piece Seductive Pirate Captain Costume: Includes a pirate hat and boots. The outfit includes a pink bolero coat with a front busk closure and gold button detail, along with a white ruffled skirt, removable top skirt and a sword. It is seductive without being too revealing.

One Piece Cherokee Princess Costume: It features an elegant "off the shoulder" dress, a separate Native American Costume headdress, and fur legwarmers. The faux fur detailing looks authentic and adds style to the outfit.

Snow Viking Warrior Costume is the top third Halloween Costume. It can be worn no matter what the weather is like; not just in snow. It includes a stud and faux fur Viking helmet with two white horns. The tieback top features faux fur shoulders and the corset laces up at the sides. The costume also features faux fur arm and leg warmers.

Silver Leopard Cat Suit Costume, which is a one-piece, form-fitting garment that looks like a sexy cat. It highlights the wearer's figure and zips up the front. The material is shiny, metallic, and a furry hood is attached along with ears and a fur leopard tail.

Sexy Red Spider Costume for women. The costume is a form-fitting, one-piece jumpsuit with spider web print and a cut out bust. It comes with thigh high leggings and web garters.

Envy Corner is an online shop for people to purchase sexy clothing, lingerie, costumes and swimwear. There are options from the world's top fashion designers. Selections are constantly kept up-to-date and items are reasonably priced. According to Envy Corner, "Our primary goal at Envy Corner is reliability and responsiveness. We pride ourselves on providing the ultimate customer service and strive to be the best in the business. Thus, our customers can rely on us to deliver the outfits that will amp up their glamour!"

For more information, visit http://www.envycorner.com/ .

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAMRm1hCUms_V1m2MsLa9Cg .

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Halloween Costume Outfitter Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 12, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sexy Wear Avenue (www.SexyWearAvenue.com), a popular online vendor of adult Halloween costumes for women, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with limited-time anniversary specials of extra 15 percent-off discount on all products storewide with coupon code SWA15. Sexy Wear Avenue is an online retailer of sexy women's Halloween costumes, lingerie, clubwear, ravewear, swimwear, evening attire, Christmas clothing, accessories and shoes.

The online retailer's specialty is unique, sexy adult Halloween costumes for women in addition to extensive collection that contains something for everyone; from costumes inspired by popular TV shows and films to pirate costumes for women, cowgirl costumes, Playboy(R) bunny wear, furry costumes, Native American costumes, army and military costumes, and much more.

Featured this season is a sexy "Pretty in Pink" Halloween mouse costume designed by J Valentine. The fun, frisky outfit includes a pink and white polka dot mini dress with puff sleeves and white trim and black ears headband with a pink and white polka dot bow.

Another costume featured this season is a "Shaggy Chic Hippie Retro" which is a Hippie Halloween costume, also by J Valentine.

Genuine made in USA Roma costume products are also available at SexyWearAvenue.com.

In addition to a wide array of sexy adult costumes for every type of Halloween party, Sexy Wear Avenue also carries ravewear and dancewear. From the "One-Eyed Monster" costume by J Valentine to the "Black and Neon Multi Banded Bra and Short Set," ravers will arrive in style to the next all-night dance party. Roma's new "Leopard Print Halter Rave Romper" will certainly unleash the animal in any woman and make her sparkle with sexiness at the next rave. Sexy Wear Avenue also carries rave outfits that glow in the dark as well as rompers, tops and rave costume sets.

View the full catalog of sexy Halloween costumes and much more at http://www.SexyWearAvenue.com/ .

Follow Sexy Wear Avenue on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google+ and Pinterest.

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Segoma’s Next Generation Diamond Display Technology

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 28, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Segoma Imaging Technologies will be launching its next generation of diamond 360 imaging technology later this year. Segoma Imaging Technologies has revolutionized the diamond industry by providing diamond traders and buyers with what they really need: the ability to view any diamond - exactly as it is - in 360 degrees.

When it comes to evaluating a diamond's shape, color, clarity, beauty and sparkle, viewing a diamond photographed by Segoma in 360 degrees is as holding the stone in your hand. This proprietary technology replaces the need to evaluate diamonds in person, saving countless shipping hours and unnecessary flights around the world.

Segoma is already an established name for digital diamond display. Many savvy customers already demand "a Segoma" from traders and manufacturers before they contemplate finalizing a purchase. Segoma reports that since the beginning of this year, already two and a half million potential buyers have viewed almost a hundred thousand of Segoma images, resulting in millions of dollars in sales.

Ever since Segoma launched its first generation cutting-edge diamond imagery, competitors have worked tirelessly to try and replicate the same success. Segoma's images are completely authentic - they do not undergo any image processing or manipulation and/or aesthetic enhancements. What you see is what you get.

"Our first generation of diamond scanners were built to document reality and ensure accuracy, transparency and security. Our next generation of automatic diamond scanners give the ability to see a diamond from all sides while allowing to see the exact shape color clarity and cut of a diamond in a way which was never before possible, even better than our first generation," says Litan Yahav, CEO of Segoma. "Gone are the days of sending physical diamonds to prospective buyers. It costs too much, the risk is too high, and there is a more efficient way. Our diamond scanners now enable to capture diamonds in all their magnificence - at the highest possible resolution - to make inspecting a diamond an ease and a pleasure."

Segoma's photography centers are located within the main diamond bourses in the world - Mumbai, New York and Ramat Gan - allowing diamond dealers the flexibility to send diamonds directly and receive them back on the next business day.

Click here to view a demonstration of Segoma diamond 360 image:
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For more information contact us at: info@segoma.com or http://segoma.com/ .

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*PHOTO Caption: Segoma 360 Degree Diamond Photography.

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Five Queens and their Robot qualify for World Championship

MONROVIA, Calif., March 27, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Five young women from Monrovia High School and their rhinestone-encrusted robot qualified to advance to the 2014 First Tech Challenge Robotics World Championships as a result of their strong performance at the West Super-Regional Robotics Tournament held near Sacramento at the former McClellan Air Force Base this past weekend, the Monrovia High School Robotics Program announced today.

The Monrovia team, the only qualifier from the Los Angeles area, joins three San Diego teams and four Northern California teams to be among the 128 top teams from around the world to compete at the First Robotics World Championships to be held at the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis April 23-26, 2014.

A total of 24 teams advanced from the West Super-Regional including teams from Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Nevada, and Arizona.

These five junior class women - the "Kings and Queens" team - stand out not just for their signature costumes of purple-velvet-and gold-embroidered renaissance dresses and the purple and gold medieval royal pavilion where the team relaxes between matches. Their purple robot "Your Highness" performed flawlessly during the competition even after a failure of the robot's transport cart sent it plunging to the floor of the arena in an unplanned four-foot "drop test." In fact, during the crucial and difficult software-controlled "autonomous period" of the matches, Your Highness achieved a perfect record of 10 of 10 successful autonomous runs scoring an average of 56 autonomous points per match out of a possible 60.

The members of the Kings And Queens team - Amanda Sullivan, Melissa Johnson, Emma McIntosh, Jordan Nunez and Nicole Miller - designed and built their 18 by 18 inch robot from Tetrix parts, Plexiglas, metal shapes and machined aluminum to compete with alliances of robots on a 12 by 12 foot field. In competitions the robots are required to perform a variety of tasks in 2-1/2 minutes including picking up 2-inch plastic cubes and depositing them into elevated goals, navigating a wooden ramp, raising a flag up a pole, and gripping a cross bar and pulling themselves up completely off the floor, all while coordinating with a partner robot and while sharing the field with an opposing team of robots intent on accomplishing the same tasks.

This marks the first trip to the world championships for Monrovia High School's four-year-old FTC robotics program which fields four separate student robotics teams supported by company sponsors, the community, and parents, and is led by physics teacher Tom Dobson. The success of the Kings And Queens caps a strong year for Monrovia High which saw all four of the program's teams qualify over the season to compete in the Los Angeles Regional Championship Tournament held in Monrovia in February. At the L.A. regional tournament the Kings And Queens team was awarded the Inspire Award, FTC Robotics highest award naming them the "role-model" team for their on-field success, teamwork, inspiration to others, representation of the First Robotics program to their school and community, and embodiment of "Gracious Professionalism," the core value of the FIRST program.

The Monrovia High FTC robotics after-school program is one of many opportunities at Monrovia High School supporting STEM education (science, technology, engineering, and math) in conjunction with Monrovia's Math and Science Academy, and supported by the Monrovia Schools Foundation.

The Monrovia High School FTC robotics program is actively seeking tax-deductible donations and company sponsorships to help cover the approximate $13,000 cost of taking the team to St. Louis in April. Donations may be made through our GoFundMe page at http://www.gofundme.com/75ehc4 .

The Kings And Queens Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/FtcTeam4625 .

More information about Monrovia High School: http://www.monroviaschools.net/MHS .

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* Photo 1 Caption: Kings And Queens driver team waits for match to begin.

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* Photo 2 Caption: Kings And Queens robot "Your Highness."

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Cyber Monday Exclusive Deal at Angara.com and Great Gifts along with Site-wide 15-percent Discount

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 2, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Angara Inc. (Angara.com), the international online jewelry store, is offering some great deals this Cyber Monday. There is a site-wide discount of 15 percent on all orders. Besides the discount there are some unprecedented gift offers. The store is offering a great Blue Topaz pendant and a pair of Blue Topaz studs absolutely free on all orders.

Customers who make purchases that are worth more than $3500 will get a surprise gift worth $300 in addition to the other two.

This exclusive deal is only for Cyber Monday. And, customers will need to use the code "CYBER15" to take advantage of the offer. Customers can pick anything from the collection and there is no minimum order value to obtain the discount.

Additional Privileges:

Customers enjoy the benefits of free-shipping worldwide and 45-Day returns. The zero-percent interest financing is the best benefit the store is providing to customers who wish to make the payments in 2 or 3 installments.

What the store offers:

Being one of the best online stores for fine gemstone and diamond jewelry, Angara has a wide assortment of designer jewelry. The store offers a varied selection of gemstones at the most competitive prices. Be these sapphires, rubies and emeralds or tanzanite, moissanite and onyx; Angara has them all.

The additional attractions here are the style choices - classic to modern, vintage to retro, and the customization of stone size and quality. Further, there are three choices of metal available - silver, gold or platinum.

The store has recently launched some magnificent collections in various categories. There are fine diamond and sapphire rings and bands for future couples in the "Wow Bridal Collection" and some unconventional baubles set with more humble stones like carnelian, amethyst, citrine and peridot; which comprise the enticing "Taj Mahal Collection."

The Cyber Monday Exclusive offer on purchase above $3500 is the one that makes for a must buy from Angara this season.

More information: http://www.angara.com/ .

About Angara Inc.:

Angara.com is an online fine gemstone and diamond jewelry retailer. We are specialists in gemstone jewelry including sapphire, ruby, emerald, tanzanite and birthstone jewelry. We save our customers over 40 percent vs. other jewelry retailers by manufacturing our own jewelry and many of our gemstones. We have been covered extensively in the press including coverage in America's Next Top Model, Forbes, Crains New York, and WWD.

Address: Angara Inc., 550 South Hill St, Suite 1625, Los Angeles, CA 90013; customer.service@angara.com.

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