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GoodNewsLetter: Who Cares about the Health of Mother Earth? Climate Week/Airlines/Gitterman, NY Times/Climate Anthony Pratt, Jude Elie/Haiti & Remember Saul Zabar…

Austin Tang — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 21:53:37 +0000

“There are NO BORDERS in the BLUE MARBLE PHOTO BY NASA, ONE WORLD. The media has a responsibility to strengthen the message of ALL who care about her. ”

Paul Sladkus, Founder of Good News Corporation, est. 2002

Here is our Newsletter on YouTube as of 10/17/25:

https://youtu.be/WQ6Z13iUPEQ

Dear Friends and Members,

Good News Corporation, among billions, cares about Mother Earth and Peace. We strengthen that message of caring by creating events and content that promote those whose action proves their convictions. Our 2026 Earth Day, on April 22, 2026, and the International Day of Peace, September 21, 2026 are opportunities for corporations, individuals, philanthropists, and foundations to showcase their positive efforts for caring for Mother Earth and promoting peace on a global stage at our Times Square venue. www.pausetheworldforpeace.org

If you are leading this charge for Mother Earth and Peace, please reach out to us and join our outreach, some say a movement, to PROVE that billions do care…let your voice and actions be heard, as they will inspire others to do the Good News that you are doing. BRAVO!

To join us and volunteer, please email us at paul.sladkus1@gmail.com or call us at 212-647-1212. Also, you can become a donor and a presenting partner by reaching out or going to: https://goodnewsplanet.com/pausetheworld/peace-day-donations/

We just returned from Singapore for a Web3 conference, where I spoke. What a clean, environmentally friendly country… We learned a great deal from the organizers, VELOZA, and see the universal opportunities with Digital Assets for more Peace when used like any medium for the Greater Good, along with care for Mother Earth.

Here are some Good News Stories that we have created with those who care about the HEALTH of Mother Earth and Peace from: Climate Week/Airplane/Gitterman, NYTimes Summit/Anthony Pratt, Jude Elie, caring about his homeland, Haiti, and lastly Saul Zabar, a Legend on the Upper Westside of New York, working hard to build a business by helping others.

NYC Climate Week

innovative Companies

Discuss Eliminating

Airplane Waste

Jeffrey L. Gitterman

The New York Times Executive

Chairman Anthony Pratt

delivered the opening remarks at

the recent New York Times

Remember Saul Zabar…

Lastly, if you care about your money, please tune in to WOR 710 Radio on Sunday at 10:30 AM. Here you can listen and call in to Legal Expert and Elder Care Lawyer, 14 Year NYS Representative and Dr. Phil, ET, Good Morning America…Guest Lawyer, Ann-Margaret Carrozza, ESQ.

Ann is BRILLIANT, AND YOUR MONEY IS BRILLIANT, AND YOU ARE BRILLIANT IF YOU ARE SMART ENOUGH TO PROTECT IT.

Paul Sladkus is Ann’s Co-Host. Email me paul.sladkus1@gmail.com if you want me to ask her a question, or just call in (800-321-0710) and listen; it might be one of the most important programs in you and your family’s life.

Ann-Margaret Carrozza,

Asset Protection Lawyer,

Please share with your community all our Good News.

We are ALL IN THIS TOGETHER FOR PEACE AND MOTHER EARTH.

Please donate here, as we have incurred financial losses on our peace efforts and continue to expand them. https://goodnewsplanet.com/pausetheworld/peace-day-donations/

For Nonprofit Donations for our Peace and Earth Day Events go to:

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STAY WELL

LET’S GROW TOGETHER. GOOD NEWS MOTTO: “All we are is what we are with each other.” Zeal

With Respect. Love and May Peace Prevail on Earth, For Information Contact:

Reverend Paul Sladkus, All Faiths and Spiritual,

Founder, Good News Corporation 501 C 3 212 647 1212 paul.sladkus1@gmail.com and our Good News and Peace Worldwide Team who make our Peace Day 9/21 happen.

www.pausetheworldforpeace.org,www.goodnewsplanet.TV, www.youtube.com/goodnewsbroadcast

Social Networks: www.Facebook.com/PaulSladkus, LinkedIn Paul Sladkus, Twitter/X Good News to Go, Instagram PausetheWorld

LET’S GROW TOGETHER. GOOD NEWS MOTTO: ALL WE ARE IS WHAT WE ARE WITH EACH OTHER. ZEAL

For more information contact:

Reverend Paul Sladkus, All Faiths and Spiritual 212 647 1212

New York, NY, Montauk, NY

PS – SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR OUR FRIENDS AND MEMBERS: Looking for a vacation rental, SHORT TERM, in Montauk, this year and or entire summer in 2026, here is our listing https://pausetheworldforpeace.org/2025/04/16/49000-2br-one-of-a-kind-summer-rental-opportunty-historic-montauk-manor-montauk/ call me. Paul 917 687 1790

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2025 Earth & Water & Peace Day Donor Presentation

Austin Tang — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 14:36:36 +0000

2025 will be a booming year to show that you, your company or your organization cares about MOTHER EARTH AND PEACE through the donor opportunity from Times Square on April 22, 2025 (Earth & Water Day) and September 21, 2025 (Peace and Climate Week Kick Off).

Attached is a powerpoint that we would be honored to share with you in a Zoom Call or in-person meeting at your earliest convenience. Paul Sladkus 917 687 1790

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Quinnipiac University Cares about Mother Earth

Austin Tang — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 17:57:35 +0000

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Riley Banks Snyder, www.GenerationNextCares.org, Click Here for Video & Podcast

admin — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 15:23:59 +0000

Riley Unlikely Shares the Journey of a Remarkable Teenager
Finding a Love for Kenyan Children and a Mission to Build a School
Grand Rapids, Mich., June 2016 — At the age of 13, Riley Banks-Snyder traveled to Kenya where she sat in a classroom full of first and second graders sharing a single pencil. The presents Riley was so excited to give the kids paled in importance to the school supplies that were easily accessible back home in Branson, MO. Riley realized these kids didn’t need matchbox cars or jump ropes. They needed pencils and paper.

As soon as her plane touched down in America, Riley knew she wanted to go back. At the age of 14, Riley started a non-profit, Generation Next, to help collect school supplies for Kenyan schools and returned the following year with 200 backpacks filled with donated supplies.

“I had no idea that God was going to use what happened at that school, with those kids, to begin weaving Africa into the fabric of my story,” says Riley. “God put a love for Kenyan children in my heart and gave me an impulse to want to help them.”

In Riley Unlikely: With Simple Child-Like Faith, Amazing Things Can Happen, Riley brings readers on her journeys to Kenya and the unexpected hardships and disappointments that showed Riley how to truly trust in God. From the first smells when her plane touches down to God planting the idea of opening a school in Kibwezi, Kenya, Riley shows the immense impact one life can have and encourages readers to find their own passions. Not everyone will be called to Kenya to build schools and community centers, but everyone can do something to make a profound difference.

From the very beginning, Riley had a vision that ordinary people can have extra ordinary impact, one life at a time. That dream carried her through several big twists and turns, but she always saw the beauty of God working in mysterious ways.

Riley’s focus turned to helping Kenyan orphans after she was diagnosed at 16 with a rare condition that left her unable to have biological children. She saw that even though she was not
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able to have her own children, God had put hundreds of Kenyan children in her life to love and take care of.

Today, Riley is 19, and works full-time for her ministry and can be found at Riley’s Treasures, Generation Next’s thrift store and food pantry in Branson, when she is not in Kenya. Generation Next opened a school in Kibwezi, Kenya and in January bought a 7000 square foot building with five acres to use for a community center. They will teach women to sew, provide a feeding program, a safe house for kids and a sports complex for the kids to play on as well as farming. She and her new husband Graham plan to live part time in Kenya when Graham is finished with college. They will make their home at the community center, to oversee the day to day operations.

Riley Banks is the founder and executive director of Generation Next, a non-profit she established at the age of 14. Generation Next has built and oversees a school in Kibwezi, Kenya, and runs a thrift shop and food pantry in Branson, Missouri, to fund operations. Riley’s heart is for Africa and for reminding every young person that they can do more to change the world than they could ever imagine. She lives in Branson, MO with her husband Graham.

For more information visit: www.generationnextcares.org

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Women’s History Month event with Hon. Gale A. Brewer part 1,2 of 2

admin — Tue, 18 Mar 2014 14:57:37 +0000

. The Metropolitan Museum is honoring Susan Taylor, Bonnie Wang, and Gale Brewer on Wednesday, March 5th, 2014 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, is celebrating Women’s History Month. As you know, Susan Taylor is the former Editor in Chief of Essence magazine and now runs the group she founded, the National CARES Mentoring Movement, which is dedicated to closing the gap between the relatively few black mentors and millions of struggling black children. Bonnie Wong is President of Asian Women in Business, which supports all aspects of Asian businesswomen and entrepreneurs, from skills-building workshops and seminars to identifying procurement opportunities and providing scholarships. I’m honored to be in their company, and it will be a delightful evening in a beautiful environment. Attendees will also be able to view two current exhibits at the Met, The Nelson A. Rockefeller Vision and Jewels by JAR (jewelry designer Joel A. Rosenthal).

Hon. Gale A. Brewer

Borough President of Manhattan

1 Centre Street, 19 South

New York, NY 10007

Hon. Gale A. Brewer

Manhattan Borough President

(Storefront District Office address to be announced)

New York, NY 10027

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Firefighter Chefs Step into the Spotlight,

editor — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:07:58 +0000

Taking Top Honors for their Delicious Dishes at the 11^th Annual Iron Skillet® Cook Off

On Monday, October 22, 2012 amidst the sophisticated, ruby red décor of Crimson, firefighters stepped out of their firehouses and into the spotlight to take home big honors for their incredible cooking talent at our 11^th Annual Iron Skillet® Cook Off. You may be familiar with culinary competitions like Food Network’s Chopped or televised throwdowns between professional chefs, but the Iron Skillet® Cook Off differentiates itself from the pack of culinary competitions by focusing on the camaraderie, spirited brotherhood, and jovial nature of the firehouse cooking clan. And it comes across in the food. At the competition, five firehouse chefs were matched up with five top restaurant chefs to see who could make the most crowd-pleasing dish of the night. The firehouse chefs supplied the original recipe and the professional chefs were charged with reinventing it, making it better (if they dared). The winners of the night were everywhere – in the chef coats, in the sponsor booths, and on stage. Everyone who came added to the lighthearted, but heartfelt spirit of the night. The smells and sights of the dishes – fried chicken with sweet potato waffles, skirt steak with burgundy cream sauce, and smothered pork chops – permeated the restaurant with an intoxicating breeze that we swear could be smelled throughout the five boroughs.

At World Cares Center we’ve managed to pull off the impossible: to host a night filled with sumptuous food and jovial spirits that reenergizes our serious mission of providing training in emergency preparedness for emergency managers, community leaders, and concerned citizens. This evening would not have been possible without the connection between the emergency response community, our corporate sponsors, and the everyday heroes that came out to support us. For this one night, we saw the wonderful dichotomy of the firefighter spirit. Two sides of the same coin: the ever-present professional emergency responder and the lighthearted, spirited community member. As Lisa Orloff, Founder and Executive Director of World Cares Center put it, “the Iron Skillet® Cook Off represents what we see in any crisis situation, people of all walks of life coming together to do good. The event is a celebration, in disaster response it is the visceral goodness in people that World Cares center ensures is applied in a safe, effective and coordinated manner.”

A Tribute to Everyday Heroes

The night was a tribute to the everyday hero. Queens Council member Peter F. Vallone Jr. and his two brothers, Perry Vallone and Paul Vallone, were honored for their quick thinking and ready response in saving two young girls in rough waters off Long Branch, NJ. The award was given among their peers – a room full of heroes that demonstrated their unwavering commitment to emergency preparedness and effective training for emergency response.

It’s telling that the top chef of the night, Iron Skillet® champion Khalid Baylor from Ladder 14 in Manhattan, made a dish that comforts the soul as much as it tempts the palate. Chef Baylor’s Lemongrass Fried Chicken with Sweet Potato Waffles and a Peach Schnapps Compote caused the crowd to sigh with a collective southern swoon that comes from food that truly satisfies. To win, Chef Baylor took a heaping spoon of southern roots, a cup of grandma’s cooking wisdom, and a pinch of love for baking, and put it all into a spectacular dish that had guests begging for more. Second place went to firefighter Pete Lazarcheck from Engine 291 in Queens for his Skirt Steak with Burgundy Cream Sauce. Pete’s restaurant competitor, Matt Gibson from Legends Hospitality at Yankee Stadium, took third place for his rendition of the skirt steak dish.

Celebrity Judges Bring the Sparkle & Sizzle

Rounding out the night was a raucous live auction that included hilarious commentary by our guest judges who acted as auctioneers. Ben Aaron, an NBC Universal reporter, got the crowd in a bidding war over the auction’s choice items including sports memorabilia, international trips, and entertainment packages. Our panel of celebrity judges included radio/television personality Valerie Smaldone, who served as emcee for the night, Council member Peter J. Vallone Jr., WPIX 11 reporter Sukanya Krishnan, Former NHL player (New Jersey Devils) Grant Marshall, NBC Universal reporter Ben Aaron, WNYC Radio host Soterios Johnson, former NFL player (NY Jets) Freeman McNeil, Former NFL player (Washington Redskins) Thomas Huff, NBC 4 consumer reporter Lynda Baquero, and NFL player (NY Giants) Stevie Brown. Restaurant owner and chef, Adrianne Calvo was a celebrity guest chef providing tasty nibbles for the crowd throughout the night.

As returning judge Sukanya Krishnan said on her WPIX 11 morning show, “I’ve had the privilege of serving as a judge for the competition and let me tell you the food is fantastic, the people are wonderful and it all goes for an organization that’s really making a difference.” Each year, the competitors manage to put more love, more flavor, and more life into their cooking. We thank all our firehouse and restaurant chefs, our generous corporate sponsors, our celebrity guests, and our volunteers for an incredible night of spectacular food and exceptional company. The proceeds from the event will help us continue to provide the best in emergency and disaster training, helping to empower leaders and volunteers to become ready responders. See you all next year for our 12^th annual Iron Skillet® Cook Off!

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Sesame Place Cares

editor — Fri, 11 May 2012 21:25:59 +0000

Vision: www.sesameplace.com

Sesame Place Cares is a collection of programs and initiatives in our park, in our communities and around the world that symbolize our commitment to conservation, education and community service.

Mission:

Sesame Place Cares exists to promote the conservation of wildlife and the world we share through:
•World leadership in the rescue and rehabilitation of wildlife in distress
•Education-based entertainment
•Conservation initiatives in our parks, in our communities and around the world
•Local park volunteer team efforts
•Philanthropic support and community outreach

Philanthropy

Sesame Place gives back to the community in many ways. Sesame Place has acted as a collection area for donations to a number of organizations, including United Way and One Warm Coat. The park also has special relationships with a number of children’s organizations in the area, including the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, St. Mary Medical Center Pediatric Emergency Unit, and Variety – the children’s charity.

Sesame Place hosts a number of Variety events throughout the year. These events include a Day for Children with Autism, and various special events during our regular season, Spooktacular, and a Very Furry Christmas. You can find more information about these and all our events here!

CSI: Club of Science Investigators >>

Friday, May 11, 2012 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM )

Your students at Sesame Place- now that’s a super formula for fun. So come be a part of our Sesame Place CSI- Club of Science Investigators program for the best field trip of the year. Here your class will laugh, learn and enjoy an awesome day in the park. And what makes it even better? It was created in conjunction with Sesame Workshop, to follow the national STEM curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math).

LazyTown Live On Stage >>

Saturday, May 12, 2012 and Sunday, May 13, 2012 (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM , 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM )

Mother’s Day Lunch and Dinner >>

Sunday, May 13, 2012 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM , 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM )

Come and enjoy a fun lunch or dinner with Elmo, Big Bird and all of their furry friends as they help you celebrate a unique and memorable Mother’s Day!

CSI: Club of Science Investigators >>

Friday, May 18, 2012 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM )

The Doodlebops Musical Playdate >>

Saturday, May 19, 2012 and Sunday, May 20, 2012 (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM , 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM )

Cookie Monster Talented Kids Weekend >>

Saturday, May 19, 2012 and Sunday, May 20, 2012 (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM )

Sesame Place invites talented dancers, singers, bands, choirs or other performing kid groups to join in the fun and showcase their talent at Sesame Place.

Sesame Classic >>

Sunday, May 20, 2012 (8:00 AM – 10:00 AM )

Race to the finish line at the 14th annual Courier-Kiwanis Sesame Place Classic with a new location in 2012!

Super Grover’s Super Hero Party >>

Sunday, May 20, 2012 (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM )

Calling all “Super Kids” grab your cape and join Super Grover for a soaring good time, delicious meal and an action-packed dinner full of singing, dancing, and loads of fun!

CSI: Club of Science Investigators >>

Friday, May 25, 2012 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM )

Memorial Day BBQ >>

Sunday, May 27, 2012 (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM , 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM )

Come celebrate Memorial Day with all your favorite Sesame Street friends at Big Bird’s Riverside Pavilion! After a fun-filled dinner, enjoy our Memorial Day fireworks display!

Memorial Day Fireworks >>

Sunday, May 27, 2012 (9:00 PM – 9:15 PM )

The night sky will sparkle at Sesame Place, with a spectacular fireworks show, set to Sesame Street music, making the festivities on Memorial Day weekend truly memorable.

Sprout Weekend with Chica & Super Why! >>

Saturday, June 2, 2012 and Sunday, June 3, 2012 (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM , 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM )

Oscar’s Very Grouchy Birthday Party >>

Saturday, June 2, 2012 and Sunday, June 3, 2012 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM )

Help Oscar celebrate his very own Grouchy Birthday Party at Sesame Place! Join Oscar and his friends in Big Bird’s Riverside Pavilion for singing, dancing, an all-you-can-eat lunch, and a very messy “Dirt Dessert Bar!”

Strawberry Shortcake’s Musical Playdate >>

Saturday, June 9, 2012 and Sunday, June 10, 2012 (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM , 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM )

Dan Zanes & Friends Concert >>

Saturday, June 16, 2012 and Sunday, June 17, 2012 (10:00 AM – 9:00 PM , 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM )

Father’s Day Lunch and Dinner >>

Sunday, June 17, 2012 (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM , 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM )

Join your favorite Sesame Street friends at and celebrate all the Super Dads out there with a delicious Fathers Day lunch or dinner. There’s no better way to treat your Dad than with a fun-filled lunch or dinner with Elmo and friends!

PBS/WHYY Kids Weekend with Sid & Buddy >>

Saturday, June 23, 2012 and Sunday, June 24, 2012 (10:00 AM – 9:00 PM , 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM )

Fourth of July BBQ >>

Wednesday, July 4, 2012 (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM , 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM )

Join us in celebration of Independence Day! Event includes buffet dinner and character appearances in Big Bird’s Riverside Pavilion.

Fourth of July Fireworks >>

Wednesday, July 4, 2012 (9:25 PM – 9:35 PM )

The night sky sparkles at Sesame Place, with a spectacular fireworks show, set to a Sesame Street music, making the festivities on Independence Day weekend truly memorable.

Bert’s Birthday Bash >>

Saturday, July 21, 2012 (6:00 PM – 7:00 PM )

Join Bert and his Sesame Street friends for a dinner birthday bash under the star s at Big Bird’s Riverside Pavilion.

Back to School Bash >>

Saturday, August 25, 2012 and Sunday, August 26, 2012 (6:00 PM – 7:00 PM )

Kick off the new school year with one last exciting dinner with your Sesame Street friends! Meet and greet with your favorite characters as they send you on your way to an exciting school year.
Labor Day BBQ >>

Sunday, September 2, 2012 (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM )

Join us in celebration of Labor Day! Event includes buffet dinner and character appearances at Big Bird’s Riverside Pavilion.

Labor Day Weekend Fireworks >>

Sunday, September 2, 2012 (8:20 PM – 8:30 PM )

The night sky sparkles at Sesame Place, with a spectacular fireworks show, set to a Sesame Street music, making the festivities on Labor Day weekend truly memorable.

Jack Hanna >>

Saturday, September 8, 2012 and Sunday, September 9, 2012 (10:00 AM – 8:00 PM , 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM )

Scout Days >>

Saturday, September 8, 2012 to Sunday, October 28, 2012 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM )

Scout troops and packs are invited to spend an action packed, fun-filled day at Sesame Place.

Caillou’s Musical Playdate >>

Saturday, September 15, 2012 and Sunday, September 16, 2012 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM , 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM )

Strawberry Shortcake’s Musical Playdate >>

Saturday, September 22, 2012 and Sunday, September 23, 2012 (10:00 AM – 6:00 AM , 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM )

Zoe’s Birthday Bash >>

Saturday, September 29, 2012 and Sunday, September 30, 2012 (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM )

Join Zoe and all of her friends for a special dance party in honor of her birthday!

The Count’s Halloween Party >>

Saturday, October 6, 2012 and Sunday, October 7, 2012 (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM )

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