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USCIS to Welcome 144 New Citizens…

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in Honor of Veterans Day at USCIS New York Office NEW YORK — U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) New York District Director Phyllis Coven will administer the Oath of Allegiance to America’s newest citizens during a special naturalization ceremony at the NY District Office in Manhattan as part of USCIS’s annual celebration of Veterans Day. The 144 citizenship candidates originate from the following 52 countries: Albania, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bolivia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Canada, Chile, People’s Republic of China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cote D’Ivoire, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Ghana, Guinea, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Kosovo, Liberia, Mexico, Montenegro, Nigeria, Peru, … [Continue reading...]

All You Need is Ecuador By Terri Hirsch

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After 28 days at sea the Flagship of the Ecuadorian Navy known as “Buque Escuela Guayas” left its home base of Guayaquil, Ecuador May 12, 2015 on its first trip around the world. During its nine months tour at sea the ship will be home to 13 officers (4 women), 78 crew. 9 musicians and 41 midshipmen (7 are women). The Guayas is a beautiful three-masted barque used for training youngsters for a naval career. Built in Bilbao, Spain she is named after the river on which the Ecuadorian Naval School is situated. The school was founded by the liberator of South America, Simon Bolivar and has been taking cadets from this school since she was launched in 1976. Arriving in New York on June 8, 2015, the Guayas was docked at the Intrepid Museum, located at Pier 86. From Monday, June 8 to … [Continue reading...]

Peace Activists Cross Demilitarized Zone Separating Koreas

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http://www.nytimes.com/2015/05/25/world/asia/peace-activists-cross-demilitarized-zone-separating-koreas.html?_r=0  Thank you NY Times, you are one of the greatest papers in the world that I am proud to read almost everyday for over 50 years. Paul PAJU, South Korea — A group of 30 female peace activists, including the feminist leader Gloria Steinem and two Nobel Peace Prize laureates, crossed the demilitarized zone from North Korea to South Korea on Sunday, calling for an end to the Korean War, whose unresolved hostility has been symbolized by the heavily armed border for six decades. It was rare for the two rival Korean governments to agree to allow a group of peace activists to pass through the border area, known as the DMZ. Yet some of the symbolism the activists had hoped to … [Continue reading...]

Good Deeds Day

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Good Deeds Day is an annual celebration of doing Good Deeds, ( http://gdd.goodnet.org/) and is coming up on Sunday, March 15th! Launched in the U.S. in 2013, Good Deeds Day has taken off with over 50 countries participating including Mexico, Panama, Chile, Argentina, France, Germany, Switzerland, Britain, Denmark, Finland, Portugal, Israel, Hungary, Ukraine, South Africa and Singapore. All over the world, hundreds of thousands choose to volunteer and help others, putting into practice the simple idea that every single person can do something good, be it large or small, to improve the lives of others and positively change the world. Initiated by American-Israeli businesswoman and philanthropist, Shari Arison, owner of Arison Group, Good Deeds Day was first launched in Israel in 2007, and … [Continue reading...]

Singapore

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Singapore officially the Republic of Singapore, is a sovereign city-state and island country in Southeast Asia. It lies off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula and is 137 kilometers (85 mi) north of the equator. The country's territory consists of the lozenge-shaped main island, commonly referred to as Singapore Island in English and Pulau Ujong in Malay, and more than 60 significantly smaller islets. Singapore is separated from Peninsular Malaysia by the Straits of Johor to the north, and from Indonesia's Riau Islands by the Singapore Strait to the south. The country is highly urbanized, and little of the original vegetation remains. The country's territory has consistently expanded through land reclamation. The islands were settled in the second century AD and subsequently belonged … [Continue reading...]

“Between Walls” New Site-Specific Work by Spanish Artist Juan López at ArtCenter/South Florida During Art Basel

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ArtCenter’s 30th Anniversary Year: Pioneer Legacy Shaped Miami’s Art Evolution  ArtCenter/South Florida, welcoming more than 100,000 visitors per year to its Lincoln Road location, launches its 30th anniversary initiatives during Art Basel in Miami Beach by debuting a new international visiting artist/curator program that begins with Acción Cultural Española (AC/E), dedicated to the promotion of Spanish heritage and culture around the world. Madrid artist Juan López is the first of five artists from Spain invited to create and present work in Miami Beach, alongside two Spanish curators. “Between Walls” is on view at the Richard Shack Gallery, 800 Lincoln Road through January 12 (including the week of Art Basel in Miami Beach). Concurrently, López will also exhibit new work as part … [Continue reading...]

Wells Fargo celebrates Diwali at Times Square with Tri-State South Asian Community

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WHAT:          To mark the spirit of this festive holiday, Wells Fargo is sponsoring a Bollywood flash mob that will engage participants through music and dance at a historic event in Times Square marking the beginning of “The Festival of Lights.” Diwali at Times Square, a day-long celebration of performances, celebrity appearances, and ethnic Indian food, will showcase the flash mob in front of the main stage choreographed to the song, “Save the World” by Culture Shock.   WHO:                       Bollywood Flash Mob Dancers Rahul Baig, Wells Fargo Senior Vice President Wells Fargo Tri-state team members and Asian Connection community members                    WHEN:                    Sunday, September 22 4:30 p.m.  EST Media check-in begins at 3:30 p.m. – RSVP … [Continue reading...]

South Street School Students Honored For ‘Bottle Cap van Gogh’ at 4/20 Ceremony

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WHAT: Students at South Street Elementary School in Newark created an eco-friendly rendition of Vincent van Gogh’s Starry Night  out of bottle caps. The 8 by 12 foot mural will be on view at the Newark Museum through June 23, 2013. The students will be recognized with a special certificate of achievement at the Museum, with Mayor Cory Booker, and other school and city officials in attendance. WHEN: April 20, 2013 beginning at 1:30 pm WHERE: Newark Museum, 49 Washington Street, Newark. RSVP: Please confirm your attendance by April 19 at noon by calling 973.596.6638 or emailing lbatitto@newarkmuseum.org   ABOUT THE NEWARK MUSEUM The Newark Museum is located at 49 Washington Street in the Downtown/Arts District of Newark, New Jersey, just 3 blocks from NJPAC and 10 … [Continue reading...]

Claire Diab, Zen, Yoga, Mind and Body

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Claire’s charisma, vast experience in yoga, and entertaining qualities, enable her to reach hundreds of thousands of people all over the world. Claire’s special ability to teach the many techniques of Yoga, Mind/Body Medicine and Ayuveda, help assist people towards living healthier and more peaceful lives. Claire lectures nationwide on "Zen & Yoga: The Art of Living." She is also a Professor of Asian Studies at Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey. Claire is also a business consultant and expert in the practical application of Mind/Body Integration for 21st Century life. Her teaching continue to provide real-world solutions for corporations such as Dunn & Bradstreet, Honeywell, AT&T, MSNBC, CNBC and Exxon. Claire has developed a unique style of yoga incorporating … [Continue reading...]

The Full Reality of Living With Parkinson’s Disease Profiled in First-of-its-Kind Online Reality Series

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Parkinson’s Patient and Advocate, Jo-Ann G, Talks about Why She Is Sharing Her Story Consider this: In the time it takes you to sift through 30 minutes’ worth of email, at least 3 people will learn they have Parkinson’s disease (PD). And many are unprepared for their new reality. While most people recognize PD symptoms that impact movement, like slowness and tremors or stiffness, the disease also involves a range of non-motor symptoms that can significantly impact the lives of those affected. Jo-Ann was diagnosed 16 years ago and only recently learned that symptoms like fatigue, difficulty sleeping or memory problems can be associated directly with PD. As an outspoken and active advocate for the PD community, Jo-Ann has made it her mission to educate others and serve as an example of the … [Continue reading...]

Pepcom September 2012

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Season's Greetings from Miami Beach. Holiday Spectacular! is heating up this year with sun, surf and sand from South Beach. Experience the art deco delights of Miami Beach without leaving New York, alongside 75+ of the world’s top tech companies making a splash with a preview of this year’s hottest holiday gadgets. The eclectic evening takes place Thursday, September 20th, from 6:00 – 9:00pm at the Metropolitan Pavilion in Manhattan. But before you cruise up and down Ocean Drive. Here is the list of companies that attended that we have press releases to share with those interested in those companies.  Please email me paul.sladkus@bogoodnewsbroadcast.com if you would like a copy of their press release. 3M Activision Audience Audyssey Belkin Blue … [Continue reading...]

CANTOR JOSEPH MALOVANY – TENOR

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One of the world’s most famous, beloved and highly respected cantors, Joseph Malovany has served as the Cantor of New York’s prestigious Fifth Avenue Synagogue since 1973. He holds the academic position of Distinguished Professor of Liturgical Music at Yeshiva University. He also holds the position of Dean of the J.D.C. Moscow Academy of Jewish Music. Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, he served as Cantor at Tel Aviv’s “Bilu” synagogue, as Cantor of the Israeli Army and at synagogues in Johannesburg, South Africa and London, England. Joseph Malovany is the holder of the highest artistic diplomas from the Music Academy in Tel Aviv and From Great Britain’s Royal Academy of Music. He is also a “Fellow” of the Trinity College of Music and has been awarded with many citations and honors from various … [Continue reading...]