Vivian McPayah Obiamalu is a strong advocate for gender equality. In today's world, there are as many challenges holding women back from achieving their full potential as there are organizations striving to help them do so, which is why Obiamalu is passionate about supporting the individuals and non-profits that are dedicated to educating women regarding equality and how they can improve their lives by striving to obtain it. Here, Obiamalu comments on a recent article published by The Huffington Post that highlights the efforts of WINGS, a Guatemala-based organization that ...

According to online merchandiser 123Mountain, mobile technology and digital solutions are becoming so prevalent that they have even found their place in outdoor recreation. In fact, a recent article from Digital Trends highlights the latest in mobile apps for hikers and campers alike, noting that these platforms can serve as great informational resources. Although 123Mountain endorses the advancement of technology to assist hikers, the company warns first-timers to not become solely reliant on mobile apps to have a safe outdoor adventure. In a recent press statement, ...

Having swiftly navigated the residential real estate market during the recent years of economic uncertainty, broker Brian Gogek notes that there have been a wide range of concerns experienced by not only those in his industry, but consumers as well. Specifically, he explains that as housing purchases have remained below historical performances in recent months, many in the industry have had fears that a crash was looming. However, according to a recent article from The Globe and Mail, new information from the Bank of Nova Scotia is expected to help quell those worries. ...

Flotation Therapy Center, Northwest Float Center announced this week that they have secured a location in Tacoma, Washington's 6th Avenue Business District and plans to open their doors for business in late Summer. The center will be located at 3907 6th Avenue, on the corner of 6th Avenue and North Proctor Street. Their grand opening dates and details will be announced soon. Flotation therapy, otherwise as isolation therapy, has been around for the past 40 years, but prior to its recent spike in popularity, flotation therapy centers have been scarce across the country. ...

Eidogen-Sertanty, Inc. announces the release of a Windows 8 version of its popular Mobile Reagents app for devices based on Intel Architecture, an app which provides access to over 17 million chemical products offered by more than 58 suppliers. Over 12,000 users actively use Mobile Reagents worldwide running on iOS and Android mobile devices. With this release of Mobile Reagents on Windows 8, Eidogen expects to more than double the Mobile Reagents user community. Working with Intel, Eidogen developed and optimized Mobile Reagents for Windows 8 devices based on Intel ...

eFlip Software Co., Ltd. releases eFlip Standard, a flipbook maker for improving eBook sales. eBook offers a promising market in the online industry today. People's awareness of modern technology has been rapidly surging and eBooks are one of the top technology formats being utilized. People's awareness and demand for eBooks increased significantly when smartphones and tablet PCs were launched. Because of this, the need for an effective flipbook maker also increases and competition is inevitable. Just like simple mobile applications, eBooks are designed differently. ...

Dr. Jason Botts, Collierville dentist, is now offering new online patient forms for first appointments. Patients can easily access the forms via the practice's state-of-the-art website to download and print before their initial visit to Dr. Botts' office. With necessary paperwork completed in advance of their first visit, patients can spend more one-on-one time getting to know their Cordova, TN dentist, discussing symptoms and completing treatments. The registration forms can be easily accessed and downloaded via the practice's website. "It is my goal as a dentist ...

Whether a person is wearing close-toed shoes or hitting the beach with open-toed shoes, Dr. Scott Basinger, Charlotte, NC podiatrist, encourages his patients to properly care for their feet to protect them from worsening. Fungal toenails, or onychomycosis, is a condition that occurs when microscopic fungus enters the toenail. Anyone can develop toenail fungus, but infections tend to be more common in people over the age of 60. For patients who are diabetic or suffer from a weakened immune system, a toenail infection can present risks. Depending on the type of fungus ...

To further improve Seriously Skin, Dr. Jennifer Kish and beauty and laser expert, Georgia Weisberg, offering Cleveland tattoo removal, encourage patients to share their reviews online via popular review sites. The testimonials allow patients to share their skin care experiences with other patients through Google, Yahoo, Yelp and Yellow pages, among other search engines and review sites. By leaving reviews, patients offer other patients a unique look into their own experiences with Seriously Skin. Dr. Jennifer Kish and Georgia Weisberg encourage patients to leave testimonials ...

Nowspeed, a top Internet marketing design and development agency, announced that the Board of Directors of the Marine Museum at Fall River have selected Nowspeed to develop the official Marine Museum website. Through this website design initiative, the Marine Museum hopes to increase visits and grow their current existing membership of 400 members to 1,000 by January 2014. George Delany, Museum Board Member stated, "There is a rejuvenation taking place now, and this website will be the cornerstone of growth for the museum." The Museum anticipates the newly ...

Valup Technology, Inc., a prolific, Tokyo-based developer of smartphone apps, has recently reworked and rebranded their app, Nervsounds, as Sounds Grate. They have used the experience they've gained from the app's five year history to produce an app that they believe will catch the attention of pranksters worldwide. Sounds Grate is a free-to-download prank app that offers over half a dozen fully modifiable noises. Valup's app differs from other pranking apps by having fully customizable noises and a unique selection of sounds. The app offers over half a dozen noises ...

Akimbo Connect, an innovative professional and digital portfolio network, plans to give $2,000 to an aspiring recent graduate to help launch their career as part of an initiative called The Akimbo Life Advance. Beginning on May 15 and running through June 20, recent graduates are able to enter into the contest by signing up for Akimbo Connect at http://akimboconnect.com/contest. All participating members are asked to build their profile to reflect their passions and experiences, and to provide their plans for the $2000 advance. The money will be awarded to one graduate ...

Union Process, Inc., known globally as a manufacturer of particle size reduction and dispersion equipment as well as a provider of related services for a broad range of research and industrial applications, has manufactured a special dry grinding SD-30 Attritor that will be used for producing the raw materials used in lithium ion batteries. The SD-30 dry grinding Attritor with its water-cooled jacket for good temperature control, was designed with a special dry well gear reducer connected to the motor via a direct drive coupling. A tilting assembly facilitates removal ...

Patients visiting Dr. Douglas Martin, dentist in Sheboygan, WI experience personalized and caring attention for all of their needs. The practice offers highly trained staff members and efficient appointment times to ensure the highest quality care possible. Dr. Martin does not rush his patients out the door and squeeze too many appointments into one day. "It truly is our motto to provide individualized attention with a personal touch and attention to detail. I am always available for professional communication and follow-up with my patients. We go that extra mile ...

Dr. Robert Kadish, podiatrist in Metairie, is proud to offer the most up-to-date treatments for the best results. Dr. Kadish continues to provide his patients with exceptional foot care through the introduction of new technology and procedures. Patients who are suffering from toenail fungus or warts can receive treatment through the Cutera Laser and the MLS Laser. "The podiatric community is always advancing. In order to remain on the cutting edge of technology, I am happy to offer my patients new and improved treatment options. Whether my patients suffer from toenail ...

Cup.li, a Russian start-up, was founded in March 2013 and has already received pre-seed funding. The firm launched a Facebook marketing research application that allows the user to create and conduct polls and surveys on Facebook in order to get valuable marketing information. This service is targeted at businesses that care about customer satisfaction and want to establish a presence in social networks. Yaroslav Pankov, the visionary cup.li founder and CEO, stated that his goal is to solve several problems associated with web surveying and raise the functionality of ...

Uretilalt.dk is a Danish website launched in 2006 specializing in selling high-quality watches from some of the most popular brands in the industry such as Seiko, Michael Kors, Casio etc. All watches come with a warranty of minimum 2 years and some like the Citizen watches have a 5 year warranty. There is also the 14 day money back guarantee for customers who are not happy with their purchases. There are no hidden charges for the customer and the website also offers secure payment for all transactions. A brand new collection of high-quality Michael Kors watches has ...

The way in which customers - specifically football supporters - are purchasing their football t-shirts is dramatically changing in alignment with the way in which shopping is changing in general. Businesses are seeing a sharp swift from traditional high street shopping to Internet shopping. Fodboldonline.dk is one of the businesses responsible for the recent developments of football supporter shopping habits. The two 2012/2013 Champions League finalists - Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munchen - have both of their shirts available on the website. The two Spanish giants, ...

The Redwood Empire Company (http://redwoodemp.com) is proud to be offering a $3,000 scholarship to assist students from Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, and San Mateo counties who plan to obtain a college degree in Forestry and participated in one or more Santa Cruz Forestry Challenge events. Redwood Empire has been committed to the environment, innovation and customer service since our inception. We understand that environmental conservation is critical to our future, and the future of all wood-products companies. Far more redwood is grown than harvested in the forests where ...

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recently issued a report aimed at lowering the number of drunk driving accidents across the United States. One controversial change the report calls for: lower the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. Why the push to lower the limit? The NTSB states that impaired driving is a national epidemic, and with almost 10,000 people killed in alcohol related crashes and close to 175,000 more injured every year, the concern is understandable. Critics argue that although the number of deaths and injuries connected ...

Many workplaces have made significant advances in providing workers with a safe environment to complete their daily tasks. However, despite improving conditions, accidents still happen frequently. When a workplace accident occurs, the injured worker may have a difficult time meeting monthly expenses, especially if his or her injuries require extensive medical attention and time off of work. The South Carolina workers' compensation statutes provide injured workers an avenue to seek compensation for their medical expenses and lost wages while they are recovering. The laws ...

When a family loses a loved one unexpectedly, there will be many issues that will need to be resolved as the loss is mourned. It can take time for families to handle all of the emotions that often arise during this difficult time. While no person can ever be replaced, if another person's negligence caused this death, families may be able to recover compensation for their loss. These wrongful death lawsuits may present unique challenges to families as they pursue damages from those responsible. In some situations, finding the parties who actually caused the accident that ...

The National Transportation Safety Board, or NTSB, recently called for states throughout the country, including New York, to implement various changes to their driving under the influence (DUI) laws. One area the agency focused on was the use of ignition interlock devices. Ignition interlock devices are tools used to prevent those under the influence of alcohol from operating their vehicles. The devices require a driver to provide a breath sample before the vehicle will start, which is then tested for alcohol. If the sample is over a certain provided limit, the vehicle ...

Medical News Today recently released an article with an interesting finding: the choice of soda used to mix a drink can impact intoxication. The finding, from a study published in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, was the result of an experiment reviewing the impact of intoxication when people mix alcohol with diet versus regular soda. The researchers used a small group of 16 people. These participants drank one of three beverages: Squirt with alcohol, Diet Squirt with alcohol and a placebo. The participants then took a breathalyzer test and ...

Over the past decade, hydraulic fracturing - also known as fracking - has become a controversial issue across the U.S., particularly in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania is home to the Marcellus Shale, the largest deposit of shale gas reserves in the country. The proximity of this formation to the large population centers on the east coast has made it a prime target for development by energy companies. Much of the debate about fracking is centered on the potentially dire environmental effects of the practice and the possibility of contaminated drinking water, which could cause ...