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NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Along with the beginning of September, it indicates that a new school year is around the corner. To encourage students to try harder at school, HitPaw has launched the Back To School Bonanza Promotion! Moreover, HitPaw has prepared amazing gifts for participants, including iPad Pro, Apple Pencil, Amazon E-Gift Cards, Free License Code, Best Discount and Coupon Codes!

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The 2023 Concordia Annual Summit is taking place on September 18-20, 2023 at the Sheraton New York Times Square during the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The leading public-private sector forum alongside the UN General Assembly, the Concordia Annual Summit upholds a remarkable legacy of uniting heads of state, policymakers, business executives, NGO leaders, entrepreneurs, and activists for over a decade.

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Aug. 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Assembly Bill 1147 (AB-1147) is under scrutiny as concerns mount over its potential impact on the voice of consumers and the democratization of decision-making. Leading this charge is Dr. Henny Kupferstein, a vocal advocate and DDS consumer who has rallied opposition against the bill, and who is a candidate for Assembly #77 coastal San Diego 2024. AB-1147 is scheduled for a hearing, and its implications have ignited a wave of concern among consumers and advocates alike.

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Sacramento SPCA announced today that they hit a spay and neuter surgery milestone – altering the 300,000th animal in Sacramento since 2007. That’s an average of nearly 19,000 animals a year – making the Sacramento SPCA one of the top clinics in the nation.

LEOMINSTER, Mass. and PLANO, Texas, Aug. 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stack Sports, the largest and fastest-growing global provider of sports technology, announced today that it has extended its partnership with The Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association, Inc. (Mass Youth Soccer), which will leverage the Sports Connect platform for its state and member club management.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — More than 109,000 Americans died of drug overdose in the 12-month period ending Jan. 2023. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association reports fentanyl-related fatalities among children and teens increased more than 30-fold between 2013 and 2021. But there are simple actions anyone can take to help save lives, according to Foundation for a Drug-Free World, the drug education and prevention campaign the Church of Scientology supports.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 30, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Pompano Beach CRA is proud to announce that the McNab House & Botanical Gardens project has been awarded two prestigious grants totaling $1.5 million. The Cultural Facilities Program Grant has awarded $500,000 for the construction of the botanical gardens and children’s classroom, while the $1 million Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Program Grant will go towards outdoor recreational use of the site.

TORONTO, Ontario, Aug. 30, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Introducing Bubblegum Kids- a sugar-free gum with that classic bubblegum flavor, offering a nostalgic journey back to the carefree days of childhood with every delightful chew. Guided by their passion for bubblegum, Oliver and Zach Hyman embarked on a mission to craft a high-quality, health-conscious alternative to traditional bubblegum.

BAJA CALIFORNIA, Mexico, Aug. 29, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dovinto Vinicola Destino is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its journey towards bringing exceptional wines to enthusiasts in the U.S. Dovinto has entered into a strategic importation and distribution agreement with The American Spirits Exchange which promises to extend the availability of Dovinto’s premium wines to the broader U.S. audience, enriching the wine experiences of connoisseurs and newcomers alike

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Aug. 29, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, today announced it ranks No. 15 on the 2023 Utah Business list of fastest-growing companies in the state. This marks MMI’s second consecutive appearance on the list and in the top 15.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Aug. 29, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — New industry research commissioned by SeQuel Response and conducted by ISG Research shows 89% of marketers have increased or maintained direct mail investments in the last year, up 3% from 2022 data. The 2023 Direct Mail Marketing Benchmark Report provides an analysis of the current direct mail marketing landscape.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Aug. 29, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The bustling heart of New York City, Times Square, is known for its dazzling lights and vibrant energy. Recently, it witnessed a new star rise to prominence; Danielle Alura, the reigning Miss Global USA 2023 took center stage as her remarkable achievements and philanthropic endeavors were showcased on the iconic seven-story NASDAQ billboard.

BLAKELY, Pa., Aug. 28, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — NEPA Builders is excited to announce that they are hosting a grand opening at their new location: 2808 Scranton Carbondale Hwy, Blakely, PA 18447 on September 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. They’re inviting the public to visit and meet their team and brand-new showroom over tasty refreshments. [UPDATED]

CLEARWATER, Fla. and LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — After winning the PRNEWS Platinum Award for Government Relations in 2022, Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) Florida is once again a finalist for 2023. Learn about CCHR Florida President Diane Stein and the battle she leads to prevent coercive psychiatry from harming Florida families. Watch her episode on Voices for Humanity on the Scientology Network.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “The Joy of Funerals” (ISBN: 979-8988500018) hailed as “Six Feet Under” meets “Sex & the City” – was originally released in 2003 by St. Martin’s Press. In honor of its 20th anniversary, Palagram Press is reissuing the novel on Oct. 2, 2023, to highlight this triumphant milestone with an updated cover and new letter from the award-winning author and New York Times contributor, Alix Strauss.

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., Aug. 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dr. Gwendolyn Mukes, a Los Angeles based actress, renowned educator and civil rights activist presents her debut children’s book, “Gwen Didn’t Care” (ISBN: 979-8985784428) at Full Circle Bookstore on August 26, 1900 NW Expy, Oklahoma City, OK, at 3 p.m. “Gwen Didn’t Care” honors the 65th Anniversary of the nation’s first approved sit-in movement, and tells a true story of the silly, ridiculous, unjust, unfair, unfortunate laws of Jim Crow.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Each year, the Church of Scientology of Los Angeles holds an awards ceremony and banquet for World Humanitarian Day to honor local Volunteer Ministers and the volunteers of other Los Angeles nonprofits deserving of recognition. The Scientology Volunteer Ministers program is a religious social service created by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard to provide help whenever and wherever needed.

NEW YORK, N.Y. and SINGAPORE, Aug. 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ChatGPT Free, a new free-to-use website launched recently, allows users to leverage the capabilities of the revolutionary language model, ChatGPT-3.5 and -4, without logging in or downloading anything. The new platform even offers several advantages over the regular ChatGPT experience.

RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Town hall meetings focused on the future of Centerville in Goochland County reveal neighbors who are keenly aware of inevitable growth and development, with an expressed desire to “grow gracefully,” according to Tranzon Key. Local residents are already seeing residential developments springing up – Reader’s Branch and Mosaic are a couple of the newer ones.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FineShare is an intelligent software company that offers innovative solutions to enhance multimedia experiences for individuals and businesses. In July, FineShare launched Online Voice Changer which is based on AI Voice Cloning technology. This month, FineShare is proud to introduce FineShare Singify, an innovative and free AI song cover generator that aims to redefine music creation and provide an unprecedented carnival for music lovers.

RICHMOND, Va. and BALTIMORE, Md., Aug. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. (“Matrix”), a leading, independent investment bank, announces that it has advised Mystic Oil Company, Inc. and its affiliates (“Mystic Oil” or the “Company”) on its sale to Petroleum Marketing Group, Inc. The Company sells fuels on a consignment and wholesale basis to approximately 150 Gulf, Citgo, ExxonMobil, Shell and unbranded customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York and Vermont.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — If you have created a Google account on your Android phone, you will be required to provide the username and password to access the phone after a factory reset. If you forgot the Google account credentials or purchased a second-hand Android phone, the phone will be useless until you enter the correct information. But don’t worry; iToolab UnlockGo (Android) can save you from the dilemma.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Tonight, the heart of New York City will resonate with a poignant tribute as its iconic buildings don a solemn hue in honor of the International Day of Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. This visual gesture carries a profound significance, paying homage to both an exceptional individual and an often-forgotten chapter of history, Mocha Media announces today.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Aug. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) will host its 25th Annual Reel Black Men Short Film Showcase and Virtual Film Festival. All in-person events will be held September 22-23, 2023, at the Regal L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles, California and the Virtual Festival will be streamed via BHERC.TV, from October 1-8.

WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Planet Defense, a global leader in smart healthcare solutions, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with UniDoc Health Corporation (UniDoc), a North American-based firm renowned for its cutting-edge healthcare technologies. Together, the two companies will build and deploy Smart Health Remote Clinics – first in the State of Alaska and then nationwide.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In today’s hectic world of smartphones and social media, people can become more focused on their screens than on the world around them. But, there are those whose work and commitment prove that human connection and kindness are not a thing of the past. And among them are the Scientology Volunteer Ministers, a religious social service sponsored by the Church of Scientology International.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Aug. 22, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Having received Diana Nyad’s submissions for official swim ratification twice, the World Open Water Swimming Association (WOWSA) would like to provide perspective on Netflix’s upcoming film “Nyad” featuring Annette Bening and Jodie Foster. It is important for viewers to understand that this film is based on Diana Nyad’s book, which has not been rigorously fact-checked [1]. There is a potential risk that audiences might perceive this docudrama as a fully factual account of Nyad’s swim from Cuba to Florida.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 22, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Pokémon GO is holding the biggest event: Pokémon GO Fest 2023. There were many saddened users who were unable to travel to specific cities for the event. Also, this event also saw the release of new Pokémon which is very attractive to players. There are many restrictions for the players, says software developer MocPOGO.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 22, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — HitPaw, a leading software company, has announced the release of HitPaw Video Enhancer V1.8.0, and has provided major updates! This new version comes with advanced features that will enable you to create professional-looking videos with ease, make your videos more vibrant and appealing!

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 22, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Is your iPhone stuck on the restore screen? Yeah, we get it. It’s a real headache, as anything you’ll do to escape this situation can result in data loss. So, what can you do? “Users have their iPhones stuck on the iPhone support.apple.com/iPhone/restore screen due to software conflicts, incomplete updates, or corrupted firmware. “However, there’s a solution to this problem. Tenorshare Reiboot offers a reliable way to fix iPhones stuck on the Restore screen. [VIDEO]

ATHENS, Ga., Aug. 22, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — FormFree today announced it has joined the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA) as an affiliate member. Through its membership, FormFree aims to help credit unions provide more inclusive pathways to homeownership by introducing them to residual income analytics, a methodology for gaining enhanced insight into borrowers’ ability to repay loans.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 22, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Discover new opportunities for your business or career growth at the Empowering Women Symposium hosted by the Office of Asian Pacific American Advocates Greater Phoenix Chapter (OCA-GPC) on Friday, September 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Indigenous Cultural Center at Scottsdale Community College.

QUEENSLAND, Australia, Aug. 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Emerging author Dewalt du Plessis introduces readers to his mesmerizing imagination and world-building skills in his debut novel, “Ash Moonlight” (ISBN: 978-0228886617; July, 2022). Originally conceived as song lyrics, “Ash Moonlight” has blossomed into a captivating tale set in a post-apocalyptic world. In this era, following The Great Star Fall, the once-kindled bonds of unity have been replaced by mounting tensions between the Ahusaka and Dyenie tribes.

TORONTO, Ontario, Canada, Aug. 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A fantastical story set in a world where paladins are heroes and the champions of the gods finds itself in the shadow of a looming threat. Their only choice? To rely on the services of an uneducated, incapable and stubborn paladin named Krell, whose adventures we follow again in the fantasy novel “Futility of Defense” (ISBN: 978-0228892243; July, 2023) by Bryan Cole, the second book in the “A Paladin’s Journey” series.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Aug. 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, announced that Heidi Iverson has been promoted to Vice President of Strategic Partnerships. In this role, Iverson will lead sales and customer success efforts focused on strategic relationships in the mortgage and real estate sectors.

WOKING, U.K., Aug. 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Aiming to make text to speech technology available to everyone, Narakeet today unveiled a way to seamlessly convert video subtitles into audio using state-of-the-art text to speech AI. This innovative solution emerges in response to the increasing demand for video content tailored to global audiences.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 19, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “I never realized until I had my first son just how much you can love another person and just how far you’re willing to go for them,” says Scientologist Cristal Logothetis. In an episode of Meet a Scientologist on the Scientology Network, Logothetis describes how she came across the image of a three-year-old boy who drowned off the coast of Greece at the height of the Syrian refugee crisis.

TINLEY PARK, Ill., Aug. 18, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In a world reeling from a global pandemic, dreams dashed and businesses struggling to survive, Martha Razo, a mathematician, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, felt the call to reach out, to act, to transform. This conviction has culminated in the announcement of the Xcelerator Business Summit, a groundbreaking platform designed for entrepreneurs, CEOs, and innovators

FAIRFAX, Va., Aug. 18, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Aravenda, a Techstars and VIPC portfolio company, has proudly secured a spot as 1 of 11 companies in the prestigious Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders. This significant accomplishment spotlights Aravenda’s leadership in propelling innovation within the market of resale software, while simultaneously establishing a benchmark for sustainable practices in the resale market.

CORVALLIS, Ore., Aug. 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A leading provider of high-quality trading card game accessories, Inked Gaming, is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever Kickstarter campaign on Aug. 17, 2023. This initiative will gather support from the tabletop game community, worldwide, to help launch a range of custom and artist-designed products.