Choice Hotels Australasia (CHA) continues to show strong growth, with demand across all levels of its offer resulting in six new hotels joining the stable. In the last quarter Australia's largest hotel franchisor has seen particular demand for options in New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania. Trent Fraser, CHA's Chief Executive Officer, says the company is focused on investing in regional as well as metropolitan properties at a time when increased international competition and a high Australian dollar has seen leisure travellers choosing to holiday abroad. "Our ...

Everyone thinks they have the next big idea and now they have a chance to prove it. My Cool Inventions Radio is coming to Philadelphia and will be featured Saturdays, at 4PM, on WNTP News Talk 990 AM. The fastest growing invention radio show, based in Tampa, Florida on their flagship station 970 WFLA, is expanded it's reach in to an even larger metropolitan area that is know for creative ideas and cool inventions! Inventors are being invited to submit their product at MyCoolInventions.com (http://www.mycoolinventionsradio.com) where they may be selected to pitch their ...

Streaming live on the Co-Creator Radio Network on Tuesday, August 14, at 11 a.m. Pacific time/2 p.m. Eastern time, on her show "Why Shamanism Now?: A Practical Path to Authenticity," shaman and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt tells listeners that if we live in our comfort zone, the "to do" list gets done, all the bills get paid on time, and you never have your driver's license suspended because the speeding ticket you got from the traffic robot was sent to your old address so you never knew. And if we live in our ...

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com, founders of Book Marketing, announced today The Authors Show radio and TV weekly broadcast schedule. Book Marketing, branded as 'The Authors Marketing Powerhouse', allows authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and ...

MAKE APP Magazine is to become one of the first independently published magazine to the Apple Newsstand, joining the ranks of household brands such as Wired, Money and Entrepreneur Magazines, heralding a new era for digital publishing. App development is a particularly seductive topic, with headline grabbing stories such as Facebook's $1 Billion purchase of Intagram and OMGPOP's takeover by Zynga for $200m tantalizing peoples' imagination. The reality for independent app developers is much more grim, with 59% of app developers not even breaking even on their apps, according ...

The Music Collective, a full-service music production company created by Alan Ett Music Group, is releasing the official soundtrack to Hallmark Channel's new and first-ever movie musical drama, "The Music Teacher," on August 7. The soundtrack will be available via digital distributor BFM Digital on all digital music services. "The Music Teacher" stars Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominee Annie Potts ("GCB," "Designing Women," "Ghostbusters") and Emmy Award winner Richard Thomas ("The Waltons"), and has its World ...

These 2 new locations are helping older adults increase their levels of physical activity while motivating them to remain active. SilverSneakers is the nation's leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults and is available -- at little or no additional cost -- through many Medicare health plans, Medicare Supplement carriers and group retiree plans. "Research points to the significant health benefits of regular exercise for older adults, and now we are able to offer something new to eligible members in Rockland County, a SilverSneakers program ...

Although debit cards and credit cards becoming the most popular mode of payment, there are a number of advantages of using personal checks for making the payments. Halfpricesoft.com released the new edition of ezCheckPersonal PC check writer software which is customized for family users who do not have accounting or IT background. The new edition is more user-friendly than ever with multiple updates recommended by customers: - New form level help buttons - New database back up feature - Improved report feature EzCheckPersonal is the stand-alone PC check writer ...

As interest continues to grow among the regional lighting design community in the upcoming Light Middle East 2012, organiser Epoc Messe Frankfurt has announced the support of a number of leading industry associations for the trade fair. Prominent lighting industry associations from Italy, Canada, Taiwan and India have confirmed their support for Light Middle East 2012, underlining its stature as a truly representative trade and networking event for the lighting design and technology industry in the wider Middle East region. Confirming their association with the ...

Media Artists Group or MAG is one of the oldest talent and literary agencies in Hollywood with their franchise dating back to 1945 and today MAG announced a new alliance with Universal Attractions Agency or UAA, which has been in business since 1949 in New York City. This new relationship between the two agencies has created a conglomerate that will be a force to be reckoned within the world of entertainment. Berko was inspired by UAA executives, Jeff Allen and Jeff Epstein, along with their successful business model during their initial talks. All 3 executives are now ...

VIA, a leading provider of global translation and localization services, today announces a September 28, 2012 application deadline for their Translation Grant Program. The annual donation program will award $1500 of in-kind translation services to two separate innovative healthcare organizations that that strive to improve healthcare access for underserved, limited English speaking (LEP) communities. "At VIA, we truly believe in the importance of building community. Our team is passionate about giving back, and this grant is just one of the many ways we do so by ...

Parting with your family treasures can be an emotional and intimidating process, especially if it's something you've never done before. Blackthorn Estate Buyers, one of the nation's premier Gold and Estate Buyers, understands the close attachments and personal sentiments that go along with selling your jewelry as they have been buying jewelry for more than 30 years. During this time, Blackthorn has built long-lasting relationships with their clients by treating them with care, sensitivity, respect, and honesty while providing them with accurate appraisal and top prices. Blackthorn ...

The Washington Post has published an article by Ed Rogers that details the many economic hardships that today's public is facing due, Rogers asserts, to the policies of the Obama administration. Power4Patriots provides a way for members of the general public to avoid the rising energy costs that are, the organization believes, a direct result of the "bad policies" that have affected the economy in a way that busts the budgets of hardworking Americans. According to the article, gas prices, unemployment, and food costs have all risen in the past four years. ...

Russian Love Match announces that the leading online dating site for men seeking Ukrainian and Russian single women will stream a live webcast of the upcoming "Miss Divine" beauty pageant taking place in Odessa, Ukraine on August 26, 2012. The event is scheduled to start around 1:00pm Eastern Time and will be available for free to all members of Russian Love Match. Joining RussianLoveMatch.com to watch the show is free for single men over 21 years of age. Featuring 54 single Ukrainian ladies between the ages of 18 and 30 from different cities, "Miss Divine" ...

Diagnosing eye injuries or conditions in the emergency room can prove difficult if there is no ophthalmologist available. In fact, triaging many injuries can be challenging without the expertise of a specialist. Unfortunately, many emergency rooms do not have access to a wide range of such specialists. For this reason, smartphone technology is being used to bridge the gap between the emergency room and the specialists who are needed to successfully triage certain cases. Boothe Eye Care is encouraged by the great strides that technology is making and its ability to improve ...

Registration is now open for both the 2012 Pacific Marine Expo, which for the first time in many years, will be held after Thanksgiving from Tuesday, November 27, through Thursday, November 29, at Seattle's CenturyLink Field Event Center, and the 33rd International WorkBoat Show, North America's largest commercial marine trade show and conference, which will be held at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center from Wednesday, December 5, through Friday, December 7. "By successfully bringing together thousands of people who want to buy with thousands of businesses ...

The lack of female leadership in the world, particularly in the realm of politics, is conspicuous. According to The Huffington Post, this deficit of female leadership is all too clear in the recent attempt of three high school students to secure a female moderator for one of the 2012 presidential debates. Virtually ignored by the political system, they quickly found that no strong female role models were available to assist them with their endeavor. Stacey Franklin Jones, an experienced higher education and corporate executive, believes that this lack of female leadership ...

Online shopping has boomed since the Internet began to infiltrate the daily routines of consumers. Today, more than ever, individuals turn to the World Wide Web when they need to make a purchase. Whether they are looking for a great deal, want to avoid the hassle of driving to the mall, or simply enjoy browsing the seemingly limitless selection of online products, these consumers are driving a retail sector that has changed the face of the industry. In fact, a $76 million investment in JustFab.com, a rising Internet-based organization, proves that investors view online ...

While many are aware of the dangers that PTSD can cause among active and returning soldiers, there has been little research regarding ongoing analysis of those under treatment. According to a recent article from CBS News, the Institute of Medicine recently made a proposal to federal agencies to require annual screenings of returning soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan to correctly diagnose the debilitating condition. In addition, the organization suggested that participating agencies continue research on the effects of certain treatments to ensure a proper course of care ...

Spouses who divorce in Massachusetts courts face dramatically different alimony laws than in previous decades. Starting March 1, 2012, the threat - or promise - of lifelong alimony was eliminated in most cases. The Alimony Reform Act creates time limits for spousal support based on the length of the marriage. Alimony may also end when the paying spouse retires or when the receiving spouse remarries or moves in with a significant other. The Reform Act provides clear rules for time limits on alimony when spouses are beginning the divorce process. But what if you are already ...

As the nation continues to age, the elderly demographic is more frequently becoming a target for scams and financial abuse. The elderly are seemingly easy prey for those looking to take advantage of others for their own personal gain. Authorities have seen a rise in the number of thieves scamming senior citizens out of millions of dollars each year through improper relationships or illegal schemes. These schemes range from telemarketing and Internet ploys to confidence games perpetrated by trusted advisers or family members. A federal study in 2009 found that 5 percent ...

For those overwhelmed by debt, filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy can provide a much-needed clean financial slate. Unfortunately, this important action is often delayed because of the many incorrect ideas which people have come to believe about bankruptcy. The Tampa bankruptcy attorneys at Clark & Washington wish to set the record straight by debunking some common myths concerning Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Myth 1: You will not be able to qualify for Chapter 7. According to legislation passed in 2005, anyone who intend to file for bankruptcy under Chapter 7 must first pass ...

Atlanta dumpster rental company Haul Masters would like to remind the public that the company offers full-service junk removal in Alpharetta, GA. Haul Masters is a local, family owned company, and the company's neighborly spirit shows in its junk removal service. Haul Masters takes the time to meet with the customer before the removal to find out exactly what is needed, answer any questions the customer may have about the process, and give an accurate estimate of what the cost will be - all free of charge! What sets Haul Masters' service apart from other junk removal ...

Atlanta wealth management firm Brightworth is pleased to announce that its President and Chief Operating Officer, Ray Padron, has joined the Board of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. In addition to his position on the Board, Padron will be participating on the Chamber's Business and Industry Development Committee and the Small Business Action Committee. These committees are dedicated to maintaining and advancing a pro-business environment in the state of Georgia. Ray Padron has earned the respect of Georgia businesses during his years of experience in the field of ...

No one wants to have home repairs or remodeling going on during the holidays, so if you have been thinking of upgrading the floors in your home, consider scheduling an installation now for the fall. Fall can be a very busy time for Atlanta Hardwood Flooring and scheduling can fill up quickly. Many people want to have a project they have been planning completed prior to the holidays. In many cases, family and friends will be visiting and making the house look great suddenly becomes a priority. Once holiday decorations are up, it is much more of an inconvenience to have ...