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UN International Day of Peace 2025, September 21, Expands to a Global Weekend To Pause the World for Peace Worldwide, Moment/Meditative Minute of Silence, Plant Peace Pole Virtually/Physical at Noon in 24 Regions (Time Zones). A World Cease Fire, Peace Acts, Unity, Music, & Climate Week Action. New York City Leads the Call.

Austin Tang — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:00:27 +0000

New York, NY & Worldwide — PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION:

This year, one day of peace simply isn’t enough, as declared unanimously by the UN, 193 Member Countries & Good News Corporation & Partners for the International Day of Peace Requests. As the world faces urgent calls for peace, connection, compassion, and climate consciousness, Peace Day 2025 unfolds across a global weekend of action and awareness, beginning Friday, September 19, 2025, in tandem with the UN International Day of Peace on Sunday September 21 and Climate Week NYC starting on September 22. McKinsey Co. states 2 Billion People are aware of Peace Day.

The weekend begins with a citywide meditation and Moment of Silence at Noon EST, hosted at NYC City Hall with Mayor Eric Adams, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, and leadership across key departments — from youth, seniors, veterans, police, and education to community, and faith-based services, and for all NYC & Worldwide to join in. Together, we’ll pause in collective stillness and activate a wave of intention to ripple across the globe.

This year’s message is clear: Peace is not passive. It lives in our choices, our communities, and our care for one another and the Earth. All armies, cities, schools, organizations, and individuals around the world are invited to join in through serious and simple meaningful acts on September 21, 2025, at noon in your local 24 Hour Times Zone, as the International Day of Peace 193 Countries requests.

Cease Fire and Violence Everywhere, killing fields, schools, streets, homes…everywhere
Host your own moment of silence at noon in your local time zone on September 21, and honor the day’s request:
Participate in human peace signs, prayer, sound healing, community cleanups, or intergenerational kindness actions
Share messages of hope and love on social media using #PeaceDay2025

WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS:
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 | 12:00 PM NOONEST Moment/Meditative Minute of Silence
Peace Day 2025 Press Conference & Global Meditation, Event 11 AM – 1 PM
NYC City Hall. Featuring: Mayor Eric Adams, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Pastor Monrose, and Executive Director Faith-Based sharing a Prayer, Ringo Starr (Virtual), UN Peace Messenger, symbolically virtually requests the Moment of Silence for the UN. UN Representatives, Peace Poles & Flags, World Madam, Global Silent Minute, Parrots for Peace, Hugg-A Planets, Live Performances: AY Young (UN SDG Global Ambassador), Jarvis Smith OMMM Ambassador/Antonique Smith Earth Day Ambassador, Sister Jenna, NYC Praise Youth Dancers. Giorgia Fumanti, Stevie Wonder (Virtual), UN Peace Messenger, virtually requesting the world to go out and create peace. A citywide Moment/Meditative Minute of Silence.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 | 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM EST
23rd Annual International Day of Peace & Climate Week Kick-Off Concert
Times Square (46th–47th Streets). World’s largest Peace Day Concert & Broadcast.
Free, family-friendly gathering featuring live performances, spoken word, youth voices, and calls to climate action.
Presented by Good News Corporation with partners including OMMM, AY Young & the Battery Tour, EarthDay.org, Climate Week NYC, and more. Go to: www.pausetheworldforpeace.org

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 | 12:00 PM EST – 12:05 PM EST (24 Times Zones Worldwide)
Official International Day of Peace AI Moment/Meditative Minute of Silence for Peace, Worldwide Virtual and Physical Creation/Installation of Peace Poles throughout the Globe, Cease Fire, Acts of Peace…A global broadcast on www.youtube.com/goodnewsbroadcast, www.pausetheworldforpeace.org, social media, requesting for the Moment/Meditative Minute of Silence — Led virtually by Ringo Starr, Reverend Paul Sladkus, All Faiths and Spiritual, other hosts, honoring peace, music, Mother Earth and our shared humanity. Peace Pole Ceremony.

SEPTEMBER 22–29, 2025
NYC Climate Week. Events across the city focused on solutions, sustainability, and collective care. https://www.climateweeknyc.org/

Produced by:
Good News Corporation, OMMM, and AY Young & the Battery Tour with support from the NYC Mayor’s Office and Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine.

PRESS CONTACT:
Paul Sladkus | paul.sladkus1@gmail.com | 212-647-1212
www.pausetheworldforpeace.org NOTE: ALL EVENTS WILL BE BROADCAST WORLDWIDE LIVE

Background:
Good News Corporation – A nonprofit, est. 2002, producing the International Day of Peace and Earth Day Concerts since 2002 in Central Park and Times Square. www.pausetheworldforpeace.org. Our 2025 Earth Day Concert had 1.5+ million live views, https://pausetheworldforpeace.org/2025/05/14/earth-day-sizzle-reel-from-times-square-april-22-2025/ WE SEEK 8 BILLION FOR THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE.
OMMM, a global platform for elevating consciousness, continues as a key partner, supporting moments of reflection, resonance, and collective healing throughout the weekend. www.ommmpresents.com
AY Young & Battery Tour…Soon to hold the World’s Record for Battery Clean Energy Powered Concerts and Worldwide Sustainable Talent. https://www.aymusik.com/

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Good News Letter: Instantly Feel Better…read on… * MARDI GRAS BEADS MEAN WHAT???

Austin Tang — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 20:57:00 +0000

https://youtu.be/Hbk7vNVi6W8

Dear Friends, Members, Patrons,

This is our time…to INSTANTLY FEEL BETTER, put into practice and share the thought with others.

ENJOY EVERY MOMENT IN PEACE, LOVE AND HEALTH.

Our International Day of Peace and NYC Climate Week Kick-Offs will be happening September 19,20,21, 2025…so exciting

TOGETHER WE WILL ACTIVATE THE WORLD TO PLANT PEACE POLES AT NOON THROUGHOUT THE WORLD IN 24 DIFFERENT TIME ZONES ON SEPTEMBER 21ST. YOU CAN START NOW BY GOING TO:

https://www.worldpeace.org/#VirtualMap

Here is our latest Press Release

UN International Day of Peace 2025, September 21, Expands to a Global Weekend To Pause the World for Peace Worldwide, Moment/Meditative Minute of Silence, Plant Peace Pole Virtually/Physical at Noon in 24 Regions (Time Zones). A World Cease Fire, Peace Acts, Unity, Music, & Climate Week Action. New York City Leads the Call.

Here is a link to make a donation to our nonprofit Good News Corporation, who is working very hard to find the donors/sponsors to support our mission.

https://goodnewsplanet.com/pausetheworld/peace-day-donations/

We attended an Interfaith gathering called by Mayor Adams for the Massacre at 345 Park Ave. Our NYS Governor Hochul and NY Police Commissionaire Tisch share their thoughts as well.

* This weekend join Good News at the Quantum Leap Music Festival in the Bourgese Vineyard in the North Fork, Long Island

Quantum Leap Music Festival

in Long Island at

Borghese Vineyard

August 14-17, 2025

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,

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/2025/04/16/36000-2br-one-of-a-kind-summer-rental-opportunty-historic-montauk-manor-montauk/ call me. Paul 917 687 1790

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Faith Hope Consolo to Moderate Elite Restaurant Branding Panel

admin — Wed, 06 Nov 2013 22:06:50 +0000

At Second Annual Harlem Hospitality and Culinary Conference

Douglas Elliman Retail Group Chairman Leads Marketing Experts on Wednesday,

October 23, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Studio Museum of Harlem

“Queen of Retail” Faith Hope Consolo, Chairman of Douglas Elliman’s Retail Group, www.faith-consolo.com, will earn another crown as the “Queen of Cuisine” when she moderates “Branding: Creative Strategy Behind a Successful Culinary/Hospitality Brand,” at the Second Annual Harlem Hospitality and Culinary Conference, Wednesday, October 23rd, from 10:30 – to 11:30 a.m., at the Studio Museum of Harlem, 144 West 125th Street between Lenox and Seventh Avenues. Joining her are four of New York’s leading experts in restaurant and culinary marketing: Jennifer Baum, Founder and President, Bullfrog & Baum; Christina Grdovic, Publisher, Food & Wine Magazine; Aliya Lee Kong, Culinary Creative Director, Junoon NYC Restaurant; and Eddie Opara, Partner, Pentagram.

“Brand concept is as important as cuisine or décor for restaurants today,” said Ms. Consolo. “From my perspective as a retail real estate consultant, it is an integral part of how I help a restaurateur determine the right location and space. I am really looking forward to hearing what the marketing experts have to say on the subject.”

The Second Annual Harlem Culinary and Hospitality Conference starts at 8 a.m. with a Continental breakfast followed by panel discussions, starting at 9 a.m. In addition to Ms. Consolo’s discussion, the other panels being presented this year include:

Homegrown Restaurants/Eateries: Thriving as David in the Land of Goliath
Event Catering: Untapped Potential for Restaurant/Culinary Business Growth
Artisanal Foods: Neighborhood/Regional Branded Products
Cocktails and Nightlife: What Makes a Great Bar?
Hospitality: Developments in Harlem?s Hospitality Industry

Other industry heavyweights participating in the day’s events include Serena Bass, executive chef of Lido and world-renowned society caterer, and Richie Notar, managing partner of Nobu Restaurant Group and owner of Harlow and the new Lenox Lounge. More information about scheduling is currently available by emailing info@harlemparktopark.org.

Added Ms. Consolo, “I am delighted to be a part of an event that contributes so much to both the industry and the community. Harlem is back and it is wonderful to be part of its newest revival.”

About Douglas Elliman’s Retail Group

As the industry leader in retail leasing, investment sales and consulting, Douglas Elliman’s Retail Group is renowned for its success on local, national and international platforms. Headed by Faith Hope Consolo, Chairman, the group’s comprehensive scope extends to virtually every facet of the retail landscape; from celebrated Madison Avenue to Rodeo Drive, urban retail corridors worldwide, upscale super regional shopping malls, luxury specialty centers and hotel/casino retail. Over the years, the group has brought world-famous fashion designers and international brands to U.S. markets; and U.S brands abroad. Moreover, they are the exclusive representatives of prominent portfolios held by investment funds, public companies and private property owners; as well as consultants for business improvement districts and government agencies.

Recognized for its innovative marketing strategies, the Retail Group offers a wide range of services that are critical for today’s economic environment, and provide customized, focused solutions on a client-by-client basis. With unparalleled access to a global network of businesses, owners and buyers, Douglas Elliman’s Retail Group is the foremost retail real estate authority in the country. For more information, visit Our Team page or http://faith-consolo.com/.

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