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Freebird Publishers Joins the Fight for Alabama State Prisoners

Everett Stern, the terror-finance whistleblower who uncovered major financial crimes at one of the world's largest banks, today accused the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services of fraud. In a public letter to the incoming Michigan Governor and to a federal Inspector General, Stern alleges that the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS) committed fraudulent acts that have jeopardized the health and safety of Michigan's most vulnerable residents—its elderly, frail and disabled population.

E-Lock releases Central Credential solution (mobiSigner + ProSigner), a admin-controlled solution to create, store and manage credentials centrally

In an upcoming new book, THE ONLINE UNIVERSITY THAT IS BEST FOR YOU, Dr. Fred DiUlus, an online school ratings expert and the CEO and founder of Global Academy Online, Inc. a prime outsource provider to colleges and universities, devotes a chapter to exposing popularly held myths about online higher education.

Dr. Fred DiUlus, CEO and founder of Global Academy Online, Inc., announced today the company has formed a new institutional funding division known as University Builder, LLC

Global Academy Online has invented and initiated a 24/7 online institutional strategic planning and assessment program tool.

Fasting, or refraining from eating for an extended period of time, is a concept that’s as old as time. While the act of fasting has strong ties to some religious beliefs, it is now being utilized by individuals from all walks of life as a simple approach to weight loss.

Smarthinking, Inc., the market leader in online tutoring and academic support, has announced the completion of its new website at http://www.smarthinking.com. The website’s launch coincides with the rollout of Smarthinking’s new logo which represents the learning transformation that students experience when they integrate Smarthinking’s online tutoring services into their studies. Smarthinking believes its rebranding and enhanced website parallels the evolution of online education and better represents the expectation of today’s 21st century student. The new site provides users with a rich, immersive experience that demonstrates the techniques Smarthinking has honed in order to achieve its track record of over 3 million successful online student tutoring sessions coupled with an extensive body of research. Based on clear results, Smarthinking improves student success and retention.

Smarthinking, Inc., the market leader in online tutoring and academic support, has announced the completion of its 3 millionth tutoring session. The session recently was completed at North Hennepin Community College, a Smarthinking partner institution located in Brooklyn Park, Minn.

More than 20 states in the United States have changed or are considering changes to their policies around trying kids as adults according to a new report, State Trends: Legislative Changes from 2005-2010 Removing Youth from the Adult Criminal Justice System, released today by the Campaign for Youth Justice.

Global Academy Online, Inc. (the Academy) a Washington DC based online university builder, curriculum developer, and institutional faculty provider announced today the appointment of Dr. David F. Hostelley, CPA, as a special consultant and Director of National Education Development.

Smartphones are becoming people’s second portable computer and nearly as powerful. While they can easily synchronize basic MS Outlook data, most synchronization tools disregard users’ additional Outlook folders and sub-folders. A new “Outlook add-in” called OLMixedFolders help to keep mixed Outlook folders synchronized between different devices.

The Hear Us Roar! project began in 2008 when a small group of entrepreneurial women in the United States used the power of the Internet to offer an invitation to women around the world: “Tell us in 1200 words or less about a time in your life that you realized you were powerful.” Within four months the team received 84 stories from three continents, of which 28 were chosen for this introductory collection. Each contributing author identified a charity to benefit from proceeds raised by book sales.

Global Academy Online, the nation’s noted online university builders, announced today the launch of their new professional service specializing in placing experienced online educators with schools seeking online teachers.

MEMRI is announcing the launch of its Global Jihad News (GJN) website, which will cover news and developments, including coverage of terror attacks as well as regularly updated information about individuals, groups, and countries. The GJN will also be the central repository of MEMRI and MEMRI TV reports dealing with jihad and terrorism, and will provide short summaries and excerpts from MEMRI reports.

SMARTHINKING, Inc. the market leader in providing online tutoring and academic support to college and university students, has announced the creation of the Massachusetts Colleges Online/SMARTHINKING Buying Group, an initiative to provide students with its services across the state. The initiative will provide consortium pricing to any state higher education institution in Massachusetts, including community colleges, state universities or University of Massachusetts campuses. Massachusetts Colleges Online (http://www.mco.mass.edu) was pivotal in creating and facilitating the agreement. Currently there are five Massachusetts higher education customers on board, and students around the state have been helped with nearly 12,000 one-to-one tutoring sessions to date. This agreement will allow additional Massachusetts institutions to implement the online tutoring and academic support services at a lower rate.

Global Academy Online, Inc., international online university builders, has launched a new program for skilled individuals who are not professional teachers. The Academy offers to teach them to offer their expertise online to a worldwide audience.

How does one go about spreading knowledge around the world, at no cost and with the educators and trainers all donating their time and talent without leaving their home or office? CEFE, the Center for Ethics in Free Enterprise, a non-profit education arm of Global Academy Online, DC based university builders, is doing just that.

The Hear Us Roar! project began in 2008 when a small group of entrepreneurial women in the United States used the power of the Internet to offer an invitation to women around the world: “Tell us in 1200 words or less about a time in your life that you realized you were powerful.” Within four months the team received 84 stories from three continents, of which 28 were chosen for this introductory collection. Each contributing author identified a charity to benefit from proceeds raised by book sales.

The Recording Academy (internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards) has partnered with RocketHub to organize and present an expert panel discussion on crowdfunding. This innovative event will empower musicians with the knowledge necessary to understand how to leverage their existing network of friends, family and fans for funds, awareness, and authentic feedback.

Hear Us Roar!, a project born out of commitment to making a difference for women and by women, announces the release of its first book, “Hear Us Roar! 28 Stories of Everyday Women Leading Extraordinary Lives.”

In her newly published book, "Frumpy to Fabulous: Flaunting It. Your Ultimate Guide to Effortless Style", Natalie Jobity, a fashion expert and professional image consultant, arms women with know-how, tools and advice so that they too can become one of those effortlessly stylish women they admire. Written for the fashion conscious, fashion challenged and everyone in between, this book is a true style companion and the ultimate shopping accessory. Women can take the Kindle or Paperback versions along with them and shop with confidence knowing that they can refer to their style guide whenever they feel stuck or frustrated. Building a wardrobe and looking stylish can be fun and rewarding for women as long as they are empowered, inspired and informed. This is one of the goals of the book.

The University of Maryland University College is ranked among the top ten online universities in the world.

Ellis College of NYIT is one of the top ten online universities in the world out of over 300 measured and rated by the 2010 edition of the Best Worst In Online Degree Programs.

From April 3 to 9, 2011 Sacred Chant musicians and Kundalini Yoga teachers, Snatam Kaur and GuruGanesha Singh will host their annual Yoga and Sacred Chant Retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica. This retreat focuses on using the tools of sacred chant, Kundalini Yoga and community to prepare for the transition to the Aquarian Age. It is a journey through the pathways of your own voice to discover your soul’s song.

New solution helps tactical warfighters control bandwidth allocation to adapt to sudden mission changes and integrate communications more efficiently

Dr. Hassan Rifaat joins the Board of Advisors of hCentive, boosting the strength behind the innovative platform of the company to simplify healthcare solutions.