PRWeb: Society http://www.prweb.com Latest news releases for Society from PRWeb en PRWeb Distribution Newswire http://www.prweb.com/images_v4/prw_logo.jpg http://www.prweb.com 163 51 xml@emediawire.com xml@emediawire.com Sanatana Dharma Foundation Honors Dr Subramanian Swamy and Dr S. Kalyanaraman for their Courageous Effort in Protecting the Historic Rama Sethu http://www.prweb.com/releases/Sanatana/Dharma/prweb1146784.htm Sanatana Dharma Foundation, Dallas, Texas organized its first Hindu Unity Day, at the DFW Hindu Temple, in Dallas on the 19th and 20th of July, 2008. Symbolizing Hindu Unity, Representatives of Dallas Chapters of several organizations like the Art of living Foundation, Ammachi Satsang, Hare Krishna ISCKON group, Gayatri Parivar, Brahmakumaris, Carribbean Mandir, Chinmaya Mission, Hanuman Temple, Sathya Sai groups, Datta Yoga Peetam and other prominent Hindu personalities from the local Dallas-Fort Worth community in Texas, were present at this unique event. Dr Subramanian Swamy's latest book "Rama Sethu Symbol of National Unity" was released and distributed at the Event, to key members of these organizations and other prominent members of the community. (PRWeb Jul 26, 2008)

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]]> Solar Innovations, Inc. Creates Unique Environments to Allow for Year-Round Exercise http://www.prweb.com/releases/Pool_Enclosures/Solar_Innovations/prweb1109784.htm Solar Innovations, Inc. a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses, conservatories, sunrooms, folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, creates unique environments to allow for year-round, low impact exercise. (PRWeb Jul 26, 2008)

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]]> The Boast Of Beijing: Agoda Presents Capital Hot Spots And Hotter Hotel Deals During Olympics http://www.prweb.com/releases/agoda-hotels/Beijing-hotels-olympic/prweb1141744.htm There couldn't be a hotter time to visit Beijing than the present -- while it has Summer Olympics fever. With the Chinese capital in the limelight, tourists are presented with a wonderful array of cultural activities to participate in, besides the obvious upcoming sports events. (PRWeb Jul 26, 2008)

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]]> LA Arts and Culture Magazine Triples Editorial Staff http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1142924.htm Online LA Magazine LA2DAY wins the hearts and minds of adventure-seeking locals and tourists; expands staff to include 60 journalists to cover the cultural undercurrent beyond the glitz and glamour of the City of Angeles. (PRWeb Jul 26, 2008)

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]]> Generous Equipment Donation from New Audiology Practice Expands the State Theater's Ability to Draw the Traverse City Community Closer Together http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1142954.htm Hearing Solutions of Northwest Michigan, an audiology practice newly formed by doctors of audiology, Sandra Leahy and Kathleen Sawhill, has donated an Induction Loop System to Traverse City's landmark cinema, the State Theater. (PRWeb Jul 26, 2008)

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]]> End Chinese Internet Censorship: A Call For Your Voice By Amnesty International Australia http://www.prweb.com/releases/Amnesty_International/Chinese_censorship/prweb1132714.htm The bid for these Olympic Games by the Chinese Government included commitments to improve human rights in China. So far its Olympic commitments are a long way from being fulfilled, according to Amnesty International Australia. (PRWeb Jul 25, 2008)

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]]> Is This the Return of the Great British Summer Holiday? http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1139264.htm A study by Center Parcs reveals that many people are planning a return to the tradition of the Great British Summer holiday. (PRWeb Jul 25, 2008)

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]]> Advocates Hope New Guidelines And ABC News Investigation Motivate Pool Owners To Take Simple Steps Needed To Prevent Suction Entrapment http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1142174.htm A recent ABC News investigation on pool drain safety was reported July 23rd on Good Morning America. This and reports of two near-drownings in the past 60 days in Florida and California demonstrate the need for prevention of suction entrapment accidents in pools and spas.The Pool Safety Consortium wants everyone to be aware of the simple steps that can be taken to prevent these tragic accidents. Fortunately, the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) recently issued safety guidelines that all public pools and spas must be compliant with by December 20th. (PRWeb Jul 25, 2008)

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]]> Innovative Tattoo Design Contest at Tattoolizator.com Invites Entrants to Make Their Mark on a Millionaire http://www.prweb.com/releases/tattoo_design/online_contest/prweb1124764.htm Noted Russian entrepreneur hosts online contest where the prize is deciding which tattoo he should receive on his arm. (PRWeb Jul 24, 2008)

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]]> UberSpat.com a Digg and Wiki Mashup? http://www.prweb.com/releases/uberspat/debate/prweb1144194.htm UberSpat.com combines best of both worlds of Digg and Wikipedia in new debating site. (PRWeb Jul 24, 2008)

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]]> Hoag Hospital Announces Agreement to Open Irvine Campus http://www.prweb.com/releases/Acute_Care/Hospital/prweb1144584.htm Hoag to lease hospital facility on Sand Canyon Avenue (PRWeb Jul 24, 2008)

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]]> Sensitive, Smart and Strong - Too Bad it's Just a Robotic Arm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1126514.htm For decades, researchers have dreamed of creating robots with human-like abilities. Now an interdisciplinary team of European researchers has developed a robotic arm and hand that moves and 'senses' like a human, and is controlled by a human-inspired electronic 'brain'. Can a real C-3PO be far behind? (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008)

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]]> Homeowners Not as 'Crunched' as They Think http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1128274.htm Well-established broker Greenhill Finance claims that despite the so-called 'credit crunch' plenty of borrowing options remain open to people with their own homes. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008)

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]]> Pickin' In the Panhandle Looking for Competitive Chefs http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1130574.htm The West Virginia State BBQ & Bluegrass Festival, Pickin' in the Panhandle, is looking for people who think their BBQ skills are the best of the best. Whether you are a professional BBQ chef or rule the grill in your own backyard, join in the competitions on September 6 and September 7, 2008, for cash prizes! (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008)

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]]> Cast a Video Vote on pollClash.com Today! http://www.prweb.com/releases/pollclash/video/prweb1137864.htm Who is Right on Iraq and Afghanistan – McCain or Obama? Vote Now on pollClash.com and Make Your Voice Heard New Website Lets Voters Compare and Vote on 2008 Campaign Videos and Soundbites pollClash.com Adds a Dimension to Video Content Sites: Users Can Not Only Watch Videos But Compare Them Side by Side and Cast Votes on Statements, Soundbites and Controversies (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008)

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]]> Egypt: Regime Bans Critical Book on Country by British Author http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1130494.htm Palgrave Macmillan was informed this week that local booksellers in Egypt are now banned from stocking copies of Inside Egypt. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008)

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]]> ACE Film Festival Announces Exciting Program Line-Up for 2008 Event http://www.prweb.com/releases/film/fest/prweb1130724.htm After sifting through over 850 entries from across the country, New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) proudly presents the 2008 ACE Film Festival program. Now in its second year, ACE Fest has grown exponentially, expanding to 4-days and moving to a centralized Midtown location, but stays true to its original mission - to promote and preserve the "American cinematic experience." Festival directors Tom O'Malley and Luke Szczygielski, both only 24, worked together with colleagues, industry associates, and fellow filmmakers to develop the eclectic and engaging program consisting of 40 titles of varying lengths, genres and categories. The event is set to take place September 4-7 in the main theater of New World Stages located at 340 West 50th Street - just steps from Times Square. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008)

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]]> Toffee Kids Win Prestigious Sofi™ Award http://www.prweb.com/releases/gourmet_toffee/toffee/prweb1126674.htm High school entrepreneurs win the gourmet food industry's highest honor. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008)

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]]> Mingoville and U.S. English Team Up to Teach Americans English http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1128484.htm The U.S. English Foundation (www.USEfoundation.org) has partnered with Mingoville (www.Mingoville.com) to offer a free online English program to teach American kids English from an early age to improve their job and social opportunities later in life. The partnership aims to make English language learning more accessible and enjoyable to children learning English as a second language (ESL) through a fun, interactive environment based around English lessons, songs, and games. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008)

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]]> uPlej.com's Unique Approach to Online Giving Helps Charities Raise Money in Tough Times http://www.prweb.com/releases/online/giving/prweb1132214.htm Charities are facing tough times ahead as both businesses and individuals have less to give. A tough economy means many are cutting back on giving. Online giving social network uPlej has a simple online subscription model that makes giving affordable. Unlike most social networks, the purpose isn't to be popular - it's to make a difference. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008)

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]]> Innovative Gifting Application to be Unveiled at Facebook® Conference http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1132554.htm RealGifts™, a gifting application built on Facebook® Platform, will be publicly unveiled at Facebook's "f8" developers conference this Wednesday, July 23, 2008. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008)

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]]> Reps. Velázquez (D-NY) and Pitts (R-PA) to Introduce Legislation Helping Millions of Americans Gain Heath Care Coverage http://www.prweb.com/releases/small_business/healthcare/prweb1133874.htm Bipartisan Bill Melds Elements From Plans of Both Presidential Candidates (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008)

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]]> Obama to Win in Landslide, Predicts Acclaimed Numerologist http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1122094.htm Barack Obama is going to win the Presidency in an historic landslide that changes world history, says acclaimed numerologist Marcy Leefar, professionally known as Mystical Marcy. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008)

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]]> One Artists' Dream Creates a Project to Fight Malaria http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1119384.htm One artists' dream creates a project to fight Malaria. Stephanie Milanowski, artist and mother of two is determined to protect human life in Africa with a simple idea no one has ever thought of--printing insecticide treated bed nets with messages and images that communicate hope, support, awareness and advertisements to cover production costs, distribution costs and increase funding. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008)

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]]> Study Examines Air Pollution’s Effects on Ecosystems; Finds Widespread, Serious Impacts http://www.prweb.com/releases/The-Nature-Conservancy/Cary-Institute/prweb1123164.htm Report Highlights Necessary Changes in Air Quality Standards and Regulations (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008)

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]]> Zoos and Aquariums Celebrate Zoo Keeper Week http://www.prweb.com/releases/week/zoo_keepers/prweb1128964.htm The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and its members celebrate the important work of zoo keepers and aquarists this week. (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008)

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]]> 'Marijuana Addiction -- The Key to Overcoming the Emotional Component' Revealed by Hale Dwoskin, Featured Teacher in Blockbuster Book and Film, 'The Secret' http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1123414.htm A powerful key to overcoming the emotional component of marijuana "addiction" has been revealed by Hale Dwoskin, author of the New York Times best seller "The Sedona Method" and featured teacher in the mega-bestseller "The Secret." (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008)

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]]> Controversial Soul Reggae Group Judah Tribe Ignites Target 1st Saturdays at Brooklyn Museum http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1124304.htm On Saturday August 2nd, controversial soul reggae group Judah Tribe invades the Brooklyn Museum for Target 1st Saturdays. Judah Tribe is already stimulating a debate over its soon to be released single Judgment. Written in tribute to Sean Bell, killed by NYPD officers, Judgment features guitarist and father-in-law of Sean Bell, Les Paultre. The performance will take place as part of the Reggae Retro/Revival Reggae Sundays outdoor dance party featuring Judah Tribe, DJs Silence, Jase and Styff. (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008)

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]]> Vietnam Novel Nits Nerve During Iraq War http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1123254.htm What will one man do--a man who has seen the horrors of war--to stop his grandson from experiencing the same atrocities in Iraq? How does post-traumatic stress disorder affect a soldier so deeply it prevents him from being who he once was? (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008)

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]]> Cultural and Racial Identify Crisis Inspires Suicide Attempts, Then Essay http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1123374.htm Her father was Chinese. Her mother was Black. But as a child, she was told to pass herself off as white. No wonder she had an identity crisis and frequently contemplated suicide. Then she discovered writing and her life was saved. (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008)

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]]> New Author Advises Singles to Stop Looking for Love -- and Attract it to Them Instead http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1120184.htm After close to two decades of relationship frustrations, Simmons transformed her personal life and married the man of her dreams. (PRWeb Jul 19, 2008)

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]]> Rock/Creek & Chaco Launch Shoe Recycle Program to Fight Poverty http://www.prweb.com/releases/chaco/sandals/prweb1122944.htm Rock/Creek, a Chattanooga-based outdoor retailer, today launches Chaco Footwear's Recycle Program in stores and online. Customers are invited to donate footwear that will go to people in need around the world and in return will receive a 20% discount on a new pair of Chacos. (PRWeb Jul 19, 2008)

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]]> Help the Homeless Through Sport, and Explore Australia - Homeless World Cup 2008 Voluntourism Trip http://www.prweb.com/releases/voluntourism/Australia/prweb1113724.htm Leading voluntourism operator Hands Up Holidays is offering the chance to have a taste of volunteering in Melbourne, Australia at the Homeless World Cup, a soccer tournament for homeless people from 49 nations, and then go on a tour of Australia, including Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef.Trip dates are 29 Nov - 15 Dec. (PRWeb Jul 18, 2008)

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]]> Security is at Stake, Protect Sensitive Information Now Homeland Security Association to Offer Timely Certification http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1115374.htm Information theft, corporate espionage, and trade secret compromises are at all-time highs. Is the average citizen armed with the training to protect sensitive personal and business documents? Damage from security breaches hit an all-time high for 2007, but 2008 may already be on pace to make this year the most dangerous in history for information security. During the first three months of 2008, security breaches ranged from the high-profile compromise of the passport records of three presidential candidates to a disturbing theft of credit information that was in transit from grocery stores to financial institutions. (PRWeb Jul 18, 2008)

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]]> Mom Says "No Way" to the "Staycation" http://www.prweb.com/releases/Staycation/Vacation/prweb1116654.htm Mom says, "No way" to the "Staycation." A stay at home vacation is no vacation for mom. (PRWeb Jul 18, 2008)

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]]> Fashion Week San Diego: Tickets on Sale Now http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1117414.htm Tickets are on sale for the world's only bi-national fashion week event. (PRWeb Jul 18, 2008)

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]]> New Study Shows Facial Plastic Surgery Helps African American's Perserve Ethnicity http://www.prweb.com/releases/FaceChange/Study/prweb1118754.htm In a landmark paper just published in the prestigious Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, an innovative technique in African American rhinoplasty proves to preserve ethnicity and increase self esteem. (PRWeb Jul 18, 2008)

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]]> Demonstrators Evacuated By Police After Mob of Thousands of Hostile Dalai Lama Supporters Surrounds Them http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1121004.htm Approximately 500 Tibetan and Western Buddhists engaged in a peaceful demonstration today outside of Radio City Music Hall as the Dalai Lama gave his public talks. This group, the Western Shugden Society (WSS), say they are demonstrating to question the Dalai Lama's unexamined actions and wishing to be heard since the Dalai Lama has repeatedly refused requests for dialog. The demonstrators spent 6 hours chanting "Dalai Lama Give Religious Freedom" and "Dalai Lama Stop Lying" in Tibetan and English to draw attention to their cause. (PRWeb Jul 18, 2008)

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]]> Colours Wheelchair Paraplegic Athlete Ricky James to Compete on His Adapted Motocross Bike at X Games 14 http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1113854.htm Ricky James, 19 years old from Murrieta, Ca. has been selected to compete in a new exhibition sport "Adaptive Motox" at X Games 14 in Carson California on August 1, 2008. (PRWeb Jul 18, 2008)

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]]> A Savvy GPS Device Faces Off Against Police Radar http://www.prweb.com/releases/gps/tracking/prweb1116554.htm Eighteen-year-old Shaun Malone has a few people to thank for being able to plead "Not Guilty" to a speeding offence - his parents, who installed a GPS device in his car, and Rocky Mountain Tracking, the service provider of that device. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008)

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