Month: June 2021
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Ziggy Goes for the Gold
Ziggy, the world’s favorite optimistic everyman, is set to celebrate his golden jubilee on June 27, 2021. For five decades, the bald-headed, barefooted, trouser-less character has been a steadfast companion to cheer and lift spirits. When things go wrong, fans know he’ll strive to see things in a brighter light, and guide them through the struggles…
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Navy, Boeing Make Aviation History with MQ-25 Becoming the First Unmanned Aircraft to Refuel Another Aircraft
For the first time in history, the U.S. Navy and Boeing have demonstrated air-to-air refueling using an unmanned aircraft, the Boeing-owned MQ-25™ T1 test asset, to refuel another aircraft. During a test flight June 4, MQ-25 T1 successfully extended the hose and drogue from its U.S. Navy-issued aerial refueling store (ARS) and safely transferred jet…
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U.S. Senators And Congressmen Respond To Byron Allen’s Call To Action To Revise And Update Federal Civil Rights Law
U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal, Cory Booker and Ron Wyden with U.S. Representatives Jamie Raskin and Mondaire Jones Introduce Companion Legislation to Amend and Strengthen Section 1981 of the Civil Rights Act of 1866 LOS ANGELES, June 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Allen Media Group Founder/Chairman/CEO, Byron Allen, today announced his call to action to strengthen the original civil rights act in…
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Younger US consumers are leading the way on environmental concern, activism
New GfK survey shows 18-to-35 age group is more likely to say “green” brands have altruistic motives NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES — After a year of lockdowns and deprivation, a new GfK survey reveals that the environment is still a powerful concern for Americans – and that younger consumers are leading in the charge on…
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Upper Deck Releases New Michael Jordan Autographed Shoes
First Wave Kicks Off with Iconic Air Jordan 11 Retro ‘Bred’ 2019 CARLSBAD, Calif. — Upper Deck, the leader in authentic sports and entertainment memorabilia and premium collectibles, announced today that the company will release a series of Air Jordan shoes autographed by the legend himself, Michael Jordan. The highly anticipated lineup will launch with never-before released…
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MasterClass Announces Robin Arzón to Teach Mental Strength
Bestselling author and Peloton’s head instructor shares how to adopt a stronger mindset and fearlessly pursue goals MasterClass, the streaming platform where anyone can learn from the world’s best across a wide range of subjects, today announced that Robin Arzón, head instructor and VP of fitness programming at Peloton and New York Times bestselling author of Shut…
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F9: The ninth chapter in the Fast & Furious Saga, Official Trailer
The Fast Saga F9 In Theaters June 25, 2021 http://www.thefastsaga.com/ No matter how fast you are, no one outruns their past. F9 is the ninth chapter in the Fast & Furious Saga, which has endured for two decades and has earned more than $5 billion around the world. Vin Diesel’s Dom Toretto is leading a…
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Atlanta IKEA’s Racially Insensitive Juneteenth Menu! (video)
Atlanta IKEA’s attempt to honor Juneteenth fell flat after a racially insensitive menu surfaced. This location of the Scandinavian furniture giant tried to observe the holiday with a problematic menu that outraged many employees. Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It is also often…
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Russian Forests Are Crucial To Global Climate Mitigation
Russia is the world’s largest forest country. Being home to more than a fifth of forests globally, the country’s forests and forestry have enormous potential to contribute to making a global impact in terms of climate mitigation. A new study by IIASA researchers, Russian experts, and other international colleagues have produced new estimates of biomass…
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Vintage Rhodes Productions Salutes Hip Hop In Buzzworthy Film Debut “It’s A Wonderful Plight”
At a time when many seem to have forgotten the promises of allyship that were made in the heat of the summer of 2020, Vintage Rhodes Films is partnering with 1091 Pictures to bring the award-winning feature It’s A Wonderful Plight to commercial audiences everywhere. The film, written and directed by celebrated music producer Justin Rhodes (Dr. Dre, Rick Ross, Lecrae, Styles…