Out of thousands of high achieving Kumon Students from the United States, Canada, and Mexico, just 56 were selected to attend the second annual Kumon Student Conference in Calgary, Canada on July 18th. The invited students are studying at least three years above their grade level in math and/or reading at their respective Kumon Centers.
Attendees had the opportunity to learn from each other through a variety of enjoyable learning activities designed to foster team building, group discussion, critical thinking and creativity. In this unique learning environment, students heard from inspirational former Kumon Students who have completed the Kumon Program, some of whom are now successful professionals.
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Four friends are set to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip to space, in Land Rover’s Galactic Discovery competition, a ground-breaking online search for a group of aspiring astronauts to go on the ultimate adventure.
The incredible Virgin Galactic space flight prize was announced to audiences around the world through a film featuring a group of the world’s greatest-living adventurers and personalities, including Sir Richard Branson, Bear Grylls and Sir Ranulph Fiennes.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/72762516-land-rover-space-competition/
The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International (SRI), and Wade’s World Foundation, NBA Champion Dwyane Wade’s charitable organization, today officially opened donations to raise funds for Game Changer, an integrated sports program to benefit youth in underserved communities in South Florida and the Caribbean. Financial contributions can now be made through the Sandals Foundation’s website, as well as a new, text-to-donate campaign which was recently announced during Dwyane Wade’s 6th Annual Brand Wade Summit at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, and allows donors to ‘change the game’ by texting GAME to 41444.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7324551-sandals-foundation-dwyane-wade-launch-game-changer-sports-youth-program/
Hennessy, the world’s best-selling Cognac, is proud to announce the debut of the brand’s first-ever game day commercial airing this Sunday, February 3rd. Narrated by hip-hop legend Nas, the TVC, titled “Major,” brings to life the spirit of Hennessy’s “Never stop. Never settle.” mantra through the remarkable, yet widely unknown, story of cycling champion Marshall “Major” Taylor.
In the late 1890s, Marshall “Major” Taylor became the best cyclist of his time, and throughout his career he dominated his competition in the U.S. and abroad. He held seven world records by 1898, and in 1899, became one of the first African Americans to win a world championship. Marshall “Major” Taylor’s global fame established him as one of the world’s first international sports champions.
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https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8487951-hennessy-never-stop-settle-game-day-commercial/
Walgreens (NYSE:WAG)(Nasdaq:WAG) announces the launch of the 2014 Walgreens Way to Well Health Tour with AARP. For six years, Walgreens and AARP have conducted the community outreach program dedicated to providing free preventive and early detection health services to communities across the country. Now through December, Walgreens will use the tour to provide free health tests, assessments, education and consulting services with a renewed commitment to the everyday health of Americans nationwide.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://www.multivu.com/mnr/7158751-walgreens-2014-way-to-well-health-tour-aarp
UBM Tech’s online telecom publication Light Reading (www.lightreading.com) today announced it has enhanced its position as the premier online destination for the global communications industry with a completely restructured, community-driven media platform that brings the audience into the conversation through moderated discussions, blogs, and social media, giving the community equal share of voice with content experts. In addition, the stunning new design is optimized for rapid interaction and engagement among community members, combining both digital and live event content.
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The Immigrants Who Built America: My Father’s Footsteps through Ellis Island. As told by his wife Linda Santiso. What would happen if you ventured to a new country halfway around the world where you could not speak the language? This was the situation faced by your ancestors as they began the quest for a new and better life. It was to be a life full of hardships and injustice. Child labor was legal, and safety laws were nonexistent. In addition to the high rate of job injuries, jobs were without fringe benefits. Immigrants toiled in unsafe work conditions for poverty wages with no hope of citizenship for twenty years. It was a life to be endured with only hopes and dreams for daily sustenance. This enthralling story will take you on a journey you will never forget! This is a story for all of us, because it is the story of our ancestors. Join Ramon Santiso Quiroga as he walks the trail of history with them the history that built America! Genre- Historical/Non-fiction
The Breakthrough: Avon delivers game-changing innovation with Mega Effects Mascara, unveiling a completely new approach to mascara application. Six years in the making, this volumizing mascara is the result of feedback from over 2,000 women and 5,000 hours of science.
The Wonderbrush: Mega Effects Mascara replaces the standard wand with an innovative new multi-dimensional brush that lifts top and bottom lashes from root to tip in a whole new way. The first-ever brush of its kind, the Wonderbrush fits the curve of your eyes and can be used at 12 different angles for a corner to corner lash transformation. The bigger bristle area combs through lashes easily for phenomenal clump-free volume, putting 40 percent more mascara to lash*.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/62677-avon-mega-effects-volumizing-mascara-makeup
Crytek and DeNA have partnered together to release The Collectables, a tactical action game with revolutionary visuals that is now available on the App Store for iPhone and iPad.
Players assemble a squad of misfit mercenaries in The Collectables and command each soldier through fast-paced third-person tactical combat scenarios. As the action intensifies, they’ll upgrade their crews using a collecting card system that unlocks new ways to wipe out the varied enemy types and negotiate the game’s immersive 3D environments.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/7140051-crytek-and-dena-launch-the-collectables
http://www.dualfit.com - Follow DualFIT expert trainer Steve Pfiester through this basic yoga workout. Repeat the complete sequence 2-3 times, as well as hold each pose for more breaths, for a more challenging yoga session
Dwight School, a 141-year-old, independent IB World School located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, ushered in the new academic year with an original song showcasing the School’s dedication to igniting the “spark of genius” in every child. Known worldwide for customizing the educational experience for each student, from preschool through grade 12, Dwight is ranked the #1 private school in New York City for the lowest faculty-to-student ratio of 1:4 by The New York Observer.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63408-dwight-school-students-record-song-with-keith-middleton-and-mikkel-eriksen
Horyou.com, the action-oriented social network for the common good announces its international public beta release. In its first stage, the platform is available to all Internet users in four languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese and French.
Horyou is an international company that promotes a humanistic approach to technology through an online platform that encourages its members to dream, inspire and act.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/64173-horyou-new-social-network-public-beta
