Emmy Awards

National Geographic and Bertie Gregory Release Unprecedented Footage of Emperor Penguin Behavior Filmed for the First Time on the Coast of Antarctica

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240411040454/en/
    Emperor penguin chicks jumping off the ice shelf edge for their first swim at Atka Bay on the Ekström Ice Shelf in Antarctica.
  • In a stunning turn of events, the chicks began to leap from the summit, smashing into the icy ocean waters below – completely unscathed.
  • This spectacular, heart-stopping moment has been witnessed by scientists before, but this is the first time the rare behavior has been filmed for television.
  • Bertie and his team took every measure to ensure the safety of the crew and wildlife by assembling a world-class safety team.

Avaya ENGAGE® 2024 Announces Guest Speakers for its May 13-15 Conference at the Colorado Convention Center in Downtown Denver

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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    Emcee & Main Stage Presenter, Katie Linendoll: Technology Expert and Emmy Award-Winning TV Personality.
  • In 2016, she launched Thrive Global, a leading behavior change technology company with the mission of improving productivity and health outcomes.
  • She has been named to Time Magazine's list of the world’s 100 most influential people and the Forbes Most Powerful Women list.
  • Avaya ENGAGE 2024 general session keynotes will be an entertaining and informative feature of the event.

From E Street to Van Zandt Way

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Friday, April 26, 2024
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MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP, N.J., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Musician Stevie Van Zandt, and his brother, playwright Billy Van Zandt, are being honored today with a street dedication in their hometown of Middletown Township. The New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) is partnering with Middletown Township to ceremonially dedicate Wilson Avenue, the street where Billy and Stevie Van Zandt grew up, as Van Zandt Way, serving as a perpetual reminder of their profound influence and lasting impact.

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  • MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP, N.J., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Musician Stevie Van Zandt, and his brother, playwright Billy Van Zandt, are being honored today with a street dedication in their hometown of Middletown Township.
  • The New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) is partnering with Middletown Township to ceremonially dedicate Wilson Avenue, the street where Billy and Stevie Van Zandt grew up, as Van Zandt Way, serving as a perpetual reminder of their profound influence and lasting impact.
  • "The dedication of Van Zandt Way points to the enduring legacy of Stevie and Billy Van Zandt, symbolizing their perseverance, creativity, and passion.
  • Stevie Van Zandt is an acclaimed American musician, songwriter, and actor, best known as the founding member and guitar player of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.

VARIETY MAGAZINE HIGHLIGHTS THE LOS ANGELES FILM SCHOOL IN ITS 2024 EDUCATION IMPACT REPORT & TOP FILM SCHOOLS LIST

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Variety Magazine ranked The Los Angeles (L.A.) Film School as one of the top film schools in the U.S., as a part of its 2024 Entertainment Education Impact Report. This recognition marks the 10th consecutive year the school has been celebrated for its outstanding contributions to the film and entertainment education industry and serves as an example of the school's quality of programs and faculty.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Variety Magazine ranked The Los Angeles (L.A.) Film School as one of the top film schools in the U.S., as a part of its 2024 Entertainment Education Impact Report .
  • "The schools on this list collectively offer an impressive array of educators, facilities and lessons to be learned.
  • "It brings me great pride to see our school included on the 2024 Education Impact Report," says Charles Kanganis, director of education.
  • To learn more about The L.A. Film School, along with its diverse program offerings, visit lafilm.edu .

Colossal Partners With Rolling Stone to Discover America's Next Top Hitmaker

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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PHOENIX, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Colossal, a nationally registered professional fundraiser dedicated to inspiring advocacy, has joined forces with Rolling Stone, the iconic authority in music and culture, to embark on a mission to find America's Next Top Hitmaker. After the grand finale of this groundbreaking competition, one musician or band will be featured in the pages of Rolling Stone, earning a prize of $10,000 and a performance at Rolling Stone's Future of Music showcase in Austin, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • Colossal and Rolling Stone have partnered for America's Next Top Hitmaker, offering aspiring musicians the chance to win $10,000, appear in Rolling Stone magazine, and perform at the Future of Music showcase.
  • "Through America's Next Top Hitmaker, we're empowering aspiring musicians to make their mark while supporting a worthy cause."
  • For over five decades, Rolling Stone has been the premier platform for music enthusiasts, boasting a global audience of over 60 million per month.
  • From in-depth interviews to hard-hitting political commentary, Rolling Stone has continuously evolved while staying true to its mission of telling exceptional stories that illuminate our culture.

Multi-talented Emmy® Award-Winning Host & Actress Tamera Mowry-Housley Set to Receive Trailblazer Award at A Pink Pump Affair

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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The event will include a silent auction, which will be hosted by award-winning comedian and actress Kym Whitley.

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  • The event will include a silent auction, which will be hosted by award-winning comedian and actress Kym Whitley.
  • We are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to celebrate their achievements at the 16th Annual A Pink Pump Affair.
  • Tamera Mowry-Housley, a multi-talented Emmy Award-winning host, author, actress, producer, and entrepreneur, has been named the recipient of this year's Trailblazer Award for her outstanding contributions to promoting women's health and wellness.
  • All A Pink Pump Affair proceeds will support the recently established Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities (C.A.D.D.).

Sparkling Ice® Refreshes Iconic 'Skinny Bottles' with Bold, Clean, Modern Look

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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The label redesign marks the latest move by Sparkling Ice to expand its position as the bestselling sparkling water brand in the U.S.

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  • The label redesign marks the latest move by Sparkling Ice to expand its position as the bestselling sparkling water brand in the U.S.
  • The refreshed label prominently positions a bold, clean, and more modern-looking Sparkling Ice logo above the familiar fruit-filled ice cube.
  • Now more than ever, they expect to find Sparkling Ice whenever they are on-the-go, at-home with friends and family, and at events.
  • Label enhancements on Sparkling Ice products include making it:
    The logo refresh will be reflected on all Sparkling Ice products by the end of 2024.

Elf Labs Launches With Hundreds of Trademarked Iconic Fairytale Characters to Redefine Modern Storytelling and Entertainment

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elf Labs, a cutting-edge transmedia company, launches today to pioneer immersive storytelling and IP distribution. Combining dynamic storylines featuring iconic characters reimagined, state-of-the-art compression, and AI-powered production and distribution technology, Elf Labs is set to transform the media industry with high-growth franchises targeting all demographics—toddlers to teens and YA to adults. To support these efforts, Elf Labs has secured top-tier talent and strategic partners, including Dreamworks alumnus Mike De Seve, branding industry titan Bernt Ullmann, and leading global technology company Cosmic Wire.

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  • Elf Labs has amassed a portfolio of 400 copyrights and over 140 trademarks for the most beloved characters in history.
  • Elf Labs achieved this feat by strategically acquiring the Junior Elf book catalog, comprising 200+ titles featuring the world's most timeless characters originally published by Rand McNally.
  • "Elf Labs' platform is a multi-patented system designed to incubate, develop, and launch mega IP franchises," said David Phillips, CEO of Elf Labs.
  • "Combining the world's most iconic IP with captivating creative and revolutionary technology will allow Elf Labs to truly reimagine entertainment."

TIME Reveals the 2024 TIME100 List of the 100 Most Influential People in the World

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, TIME reveals the 2024 TIME100, its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. The issue has 4 worldwide covers, each highlighting a member of the TIME100: singer-songwriter Dua Lipa, football quarterback Patrick Mahomes, actor Taraji P. Henson, and Yulia Navalnaya, a leader of Russia's opposition movement.

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  • See the full 2024 TIME100 list, tributes, videos and photos: time.com/time100
    See all four TIME100 covers: https://bit.ly/3VX2Oli
    Read the 2024 TIME100's editor's letter list: https://bit.ly/3JeuKJE
    The TIME100 list includes surprising pairings of the list members and the guest contributors TIME selects to write about them.
  • TIME Chief Executive Officer Jessica Sibley said: "The influence recognized on this year's TIME100 list of the world's most influential people spans industries and continents.
  • THE 2024 TIME100 SUMMIT AND GALA:
    TIME will celebrate the 2024 TIME100 list of the world's most influential people at the TIME100 Summit on April 24 and the TIME100 Gala on April 25 in New York City.
  • The fourth-annual TIME100 Summit will convene leaders from the global TIME100 community to spotlight solutions and encourage action toward a better world.

BrinxTV and The18 Strike Powerful Soccer Content Partnership

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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The18 is the authentic American voice in the global game of soccer.

Key Points: 
  • The18 is the authentic American voice in the global game of soccer.
  • As part of the agreement, a selection of The18's popular soccer shows and content will be available across BrinxTV's platforms and channels, with new exclusive, original soccer content in development by The18 and BrinxTV for 2024.
  • This partnership is about more than just delivering content; it's about creating a unique, rewarding, and immersive environment where soccer brands and fans can connect more meaningfully than ever before."
  • With the World Cup coming to North America in 2026, this partnership helps solidify us collectively as the premier place for brands to reach soccer fans.