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Generation Genius Named to the Time100 Most Influential Companies in the World List

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

LOS ANGELES, June 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Generation Genius , the educational streaming service widely used in schools, has announced its inclusion in the prestigious TIME100 Most Influential Companies in the World list for 2023.

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  • LOS ANGELES, June 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Generation Genius , the educational streaming service widely used in schools, has announced its inclusion in the prestigious TIME100 Most Influential Companies in the World list for 2023.
  • This recognition showcases Generation Genius' global impact in its mission to get kids excited about learning science and math.
  • The TIME100 Most Influential Companies list recognizes companies that are making a difference on a global scale and shaping the future.
  • "We are honored to be recognized on the TIME100 Most Influential Companies list," said Dr. Jeff.

Hospitals Score Another Massive Victory Against the Blues as Court Rejects Insurance Companies’ Second Attempt to Dismiss Healthcare Providers’ Antitrust Claims

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

v. Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, et al., Case Number RG21106600, issued a comprehensive Order resoundingly rejecting the Defendant Blues’ second attempt to dismiss the Plaintiffs’ claims.

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  • v. Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, et al., Case Number RG21106600, issued a comprehensive Order resoundingly rejecting the Defendant Blues’ second attempt to dismiss the Plaintiffs’ claims.
  • Bartko is already investigating bringing similar claims on behalf of other providers similarly injured by the misconduct of the Blues in California and in other states.
  • The Blues also targeted Plaintiffs’ claims for the unlawful exchange of information, claims under California’s Unfair Competition Law, and claims under the antitrust laws of nine other states.
  • The Court wholly rejected the Blues’ second demurrer and motion to strike, upholding all of Plaintiffs’ claims, and leaving the case entirely intact.

VHS Learning Opens Registration for Fall 2023 Online High School Courses

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Monday, May 15, 2023

BOSTON, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- High schools will be able to offer their students an even wider array of courses for the 2023-24 school year thanks to new selections from VHS Learning. The nonprofit has added more offerings to its over 300 unique high school courses, which range from core subjects and unique electives to Advanced Placement® and Honors options. Course enrollment for fall 2023 opened May 4.

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  • BOSTON, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- High schools will be able to offer their students an even wider array of courses for the 2023-24 school year thanks to new selections from VHS Learning .
  • Adding VHS Learning courses is quick and easy, as VHS Learning provides the course instructors and curriculum, as well as its team of helpful online learning experts.
  • Schools work with their students to schedule VHS Learning courses into their standard school day, just like any other course offered at the school.
  • This fall, VHS Learning will offer courses in a variety of subjects, ranging from STEM to Humanities to Credit Recovery courses and more.

Massachusetts Mayflower Academy Now Accepting Applications for 2023-2024 School Year

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

BOSTON, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Not every student thrives in a traditional school setting. Some students need more flexibility on their path to success. Online learning is an increasingly popular option for secondary education. In addition to gaining a flexible path to a diploma, students have access to diverse and exciting learning opportunities that not only meet their academic needs but also provide opportunities to explore career interests. To help students realize their potential in a safe, supportive online learning environment, Massachusetts Mayflower Academy (MMA), a full-time online private high school, is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year at https://go.vhslearning.org/applynow.

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  • To help students realize their potential in a safe, supportive online learning environment, Massachusetts Mayflower Academy (MMA), a full-time online private high school, is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year at https://go.vhslearning.org/applynow .
  • MMA is an accredited online high school powered by VHS Learning , a nonprofit providing high-quality online courses since 1996.
  • This fall, MMA will also offer several new courses, including IT Fundamentals, Accounting, and Music Composition and Songwriting.
  • Through simulations, assignments, spreadsheets, and QuickBooks Online, students will analyze transactions and complete the accounting cycle, and create and analyze financial statements.

VHS Learning Introduces New Chinese Language and Culture Course

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

BOSTON, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Knowledge of Chinese has become increasingly important in many sectors, including international business, politics, technology, and diplomacy. Over a billion people worldwide are native Chinese speakers. VHS Learning's new Chinese Language and Culture introductory course, available both as a paced semester-long course and a Flexible self-paced course, will enable high school students to develop cultural awareness and vocabulary skills as a foundation for success in our increasingly global society.

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  • Students who take Chinese Language and Culture will explore practices and perspectives of Chinese culture, including familiar topics such as celebrations, family and school life, and foods.
  • Chinese Language and Culture is just the latest in a series of Chinese courses offered by VHS Learning.
  • VHS Learning also offers an Advanced Placement® version of Chinese Language and Culture; the initial offering of the course ran in the fall 2022 semester.
  • "Our new Chinese Language and Culture course helps students discover how ancient Chinese traditions impact modern society and is a great introduction to possible future study of the Chinese language."

Bloody Disgusting Presents: 'Untold' - Unravel the Enigma of the Alleged Scariest Movie Ever Made

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

Bloody Disgusting invites audiences to explore the enigma with them and ponder whether Untold film is real or just a warped figment of our social-fueled imagination.

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  • Bloody Disgusting invites audiences to explore the enigma with them and ponder whether Untold film is real or just a warped figment of our social-fueled imagination.
  • Tom Owen, co-founder of Bloody Disgusting, cryptically shared, "What is 'Untold'?
  • In the coming months, Bloody Disgusting will be providing exclusive details to fans as they sort out the mystery surrounding Untold.
  • Those who are eager to join the conversation and share their theories can follow Bloody Disgusting on social media using the hashtag #Untold.

VHS Learning Introduces New High School Courses for Computer Science, Business, and More

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

BOSTON, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Providing students with interesting new educational opportunities fosters their engagement in learning and better prepares them for college and careers. Students taking VHS Learning courses through their local schools or directly from VHS Learning will start the 2023-24 school year with comprehensive new courses in computer science, fine arts, languages, and business.

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  • VHS Learning has also continued its commitment to expand access to computer science education with new courses including Mobile App Development and Information Technology Fundamentals.
  • For almost three decades, VHS Learning has earned a reputation for educational quality.
  • All VHS Learning teachers complete graduate-level Online Teaching Methodologies (OTM) training to learn best practices for online teaching and learning, and 81% of VHS Learning teachers possess a master's degree or higher.
  • For more information on VHS Learning's 300+ unique online courses for high school students, including 29 AP® options, core courses, engaging electives, credit recovery, and other learning opportunities, school and district leaders can visit: https://my.vhslearning.org/PublicStudentCourseList.aspx

Kevin Hart's Hartbeat signs new, multi-year deal with SiriusXM

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Under the agreement, Hartbeat will continue to curate content at the intersection of comedy and culture for Kevin Hart's Laugh Out Loud Radio (ch.

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  • Under the agreement, Hartbeat will continue to curate content at the intersection of comedy and culture for Kevin Hart's Laugh Out Loud Radio (ch.
  • Hart will also continue to host his popular podcast, Gold Minds with Kevin Hart, which debuts its new season tonight exclusively on SiriusXM, featuring Kevin in conversation with Ryan Coogler.
  • The channel will also be the exclusive home for a never-before-heard stand-up album from the late comedy legend Bernie Mac.
  • In its third season, Kevin will take his podcast in a newer, bigger direction.

VHS Learning Is Awarded Teaching with Primary Sources Grant from Library of Congress

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

BOSTON, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VHS Learning has been selected to receive a $25,000 grant to create a high-quality U.S. History curriculum and professional development supporting discussion-based primary source analysis online and in other learning settings. This project is funded by a grant from the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) Eastern Region program, managed by Waynesburg University.

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  • This project is funded by a grant from the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) Eastern Region program, managed by Waynesburg University.
  • During the grant project, VHS Learning will design 33 primary source analysis lessons within a cohesive, newly-developed U.S. History curriculum.
  • Primary sources will include photographs, audio recordings, videos, and manuscripts primarily from the Library of Congress.
  • VHS Learning will seek sources with high relevance to students' lives, including sources that amplify under-represented voices and that reflect diverse young people's perspectives.

iMemories Named to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2023

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- iMemories has been named to Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2023. The industry-leading social entertainment company, which digitizes analog home movies for viewing on any device at any time, provides customers with the opportunity to relive cherished memories over and over again. As of 2022, iMemories' services expanded to include streaming memories through the iMemories app on Smart TVs, computers, tablets and phones—the first and only company in the world to offer this innovative opportunity.

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  • – Social entertainment company joins the ranks of OpenAI, Disney and Tiffany & Co. –
    SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- iMemories has been named to Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2023.
  • In addition to the World's 50 Most Innovative Companies, 540 organizations are recognized across 54 sectors and regions.
  • "We're thrilled to be named to Fast Company's 2023 list of the World's Most Innovative Companies, and incredibly proud of our team's hard work and forward-thinking mentality to earn such a prestigious honor," said iMemories Founder & CEO Mark Rukavina.
  • Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies issue (March/April 2023) is available online here , as well as in-app form via iTunes, and on newsstands beginning March 14.