With the 10th anniversary of 9/11 approaching, a coalition of individuals, not-for-profit organizations and corporations, has joined together to create Action America: a not-for-profit, open-source brand designed to unite and activate Americans everywhere to turn the events of 9/11 into positive action. Led by Marquis Jet founder Kenny Dichter and AOL chairman and CEO Tim Armstrong, the coalition currently includes AOL, Boy Scouts of America, New York Says Thank You Foundation and The Council of Fashion Designers of America, among others. In addition, the Action America initiative is a principal partner in the federally recognized September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, led annually by the 9/11 nonprofit MyGoodDeed in partnership with many leading national nonprofit groups.
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Despite their net-worth, a third (33%) of wealthy individuals in the UK wish they had more self-control over their financial behaviour, says the latest report in the Barclays Wealth Insights series. Interestingly, of all global respondents, a need for increased financial discipline is likely to be felt most by those at the wealthiest end of the scale (£10m+), where 45% of respondents wish they had more self-control. This is despite the report showing that those who want self-control are less likely to be satisfied with their financial situation.
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In support of the It Gets Better Project and the worldwide movement that has been created to support GLBT youth, PwC US has launched a video of gay and lesbian staff sharing their challenges growing up gay and describing how they found acceptance, support and happiness as adults. Over 10,000 individuals and organizations have contributed videos to this effort to combat bullying of GLBT youth.
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The question is whether to buy an entire vineyard or just a bottle of tequila - the answer to this question doesn’t always depend on the price. While normally nobody would even give it a thought, a fine tequila distillery in Mexico has filled a bottle that probably will not change hands for any less than 3.5 million U.S. dollars - the equivalent of an unbelievable 2.5 million Euros. Prince William and Kate would be surprised, as a bottle of their wedding Champagne only costs a mere 165 euros. German TV legend Günther Jauch is more interested in the products of his own vineyard - from which the quiz master learns a lot, as he says.
Colossians 3:12 tells us to clothe ourselves in Christian virtues like forgiveness, joy, patience, compassion. But how does that work in real life? Can we really dress up in the character of Christ? Kelly Minter says the answer is yes, if we let the Master Designer do the fitting. Learn more about this book here, http://bit.ly/gxbxs5 and its author here, http://kellyminter.com/ Christian Non Fiction
It’s the straw that kicked the stiletto’s ass. This season it’s all about the must-have shoe – the espadrille. Pair this sexy wedge with a range of summer looks from dresses to denim. “The espadrille is the ultimate summer shoe - cool and casual with a 70’s feel. It’s the one style that every woman should have in her closet this season,” says Fred Allard, Creative Director of Nine West.
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“I think one of the biggest problems with the veterans coming back – myself included – is that you’re so used to that institutionalized way of life,” says Brock Horner, 25, a US Army veteran who served 15 months in Afghanistan with Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion Airborne, 503rd Infantry in Kabul Province. “You always have things set in stone and always have a set schedule that someone else makes for you. When you come home, a switch is turned off, and you don’t have that anymore. You have to do it all yourself, so it’s completely different and overwhelming.”
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Wilton, a leader in food crafting, predicts a rise in the housing market this holiday season — for Gingerbread houses, that is. Gingerbread house kits offer options for pre-fab construction or fully assembled, complete with easy-to-follow decorating instructions. There’s an easy fit for everyone’s neighborhood.
“Decorating a Gingerbread house gets the whole family into the holiday spirit,” says Nancy Siler, vice president at Wilton Enterprises. “Our Wilton kits make it easy because everything is included. They are a festive at-home holiday centerpiece or a wonderful gift.”
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Jeanne Holt of Mendota Heights, Minn. was selected by Aunt Nellie’s as the $2500 Grand Prize winner of the “Say Yes to Beets!” recipe contest with her Baja Bacon Beet Salad.
The vivid colors and flavors in this salad are sure to awaken the senses. Holt says she developed the recipe with Mexican flavors in mind. “I love spicy foods, and the color of the beets is so striking, I thought I’d complement it with spinach and mango. The dressing makes the salad come together with a little kick of heat.”
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When Sasha and her horse arrive at the elite Canterwood Crest Academy, they’re not exactly welcomed. One group of girls is used to being the best, the brightest, and the prettiest on the team. When Sasha shows her skills, the claws come out. No one says teammates have to be friends. Learn more about this book: http://bit.ly/bUc73f and its author: http://bit.ly/bMF9lu Middle grade (9-13)
The traditional concept of retirement is being rejected by a new breed of wealthy workers who want to carry on working for as long as they are able, says Barclays Wealth in its latest Insights report, The Age Illusion: How the Wealthy are Redefining Their Retirement.
60% of UK wealthy individuals polled in the survey say that they plan to become a Nevertiree, shunning traditional retirement and instead continuing to work, start businesses and take on new projects in their later years.
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What do Channelview, TX; Costa Mesa, CA; and Rio, WI have in common? They’re home to the winners of teen retailer Aéropostale’s 2010 Real Teens Campaign, a nationwide online search for teenagers held earlier this year. “These eight remarkable young men and women define what it means to be a real teen,” says Scott Birnbaum, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Aéropostale, Inc. “They exude compassion and integrity while making a difference in their communities, all in unique ways. Aéropostale is excited to celebrate them and give them this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
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