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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 23 August 2023 – Etiqa Insurance Singapore, a leading insurance provider, today unveiled its latest brand campaign, ‘With You for the Ride’, which aims to ignite the spirit of adventure among Singaporeans, inviting them to explore life’s diverse possibilities and embrace the excitement of unexpected journeys. “We believe that life is meant to be lived with enthusiasm and a spirit of adventure,” […]

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America’s Largest Inflatable Waterpark, Land of Natura, Wis. Dells

Beautifully restored quarry now a premier recreation site

Fantasy Lake Adventure Park, Wake Forest, NC

CRS designed park complete with Splashpad, playground, shade & shelter.

CRS designed park complete with Splashpad, playground, shade & shelter.

Discover how to transform underutilized spaces into vibrant recreational wonders with expert insights.

It’s about turning dreams into reality. We’re excited to share innovative methods and proven success strategies to help you create recreation destinations that truly leave a lasting impact,”

— Ron Romens

VERONA, WISCONSIN, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Ron Romens, President and Founder of Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) will be enlightening municipal professionals and attraction owners alike in an upcoming webinar, 5 Steps to Create a Recreation Destination, on August 31, 2023, at 2 p.m. EDT. Click here to register.

This groundbreaking webinar will lead participants through the intentional design of recreation destinations and the process of transforming stagnant assets into vibrant and engaging “back-to-nature” retreats.

From enhancing waterfronts to reimagining pools, the webinar will explore how to identify diverse opportunities for your site and harmoniously integrate an Aqua Park with the natural water’s edge. Learn the 5 steps and what each entails to help create memorable recreation experiences for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities:

1. Site Assessment and Planning: evaluate existing terrain, climate, site features and more to uncover venue potential.
2. Aqua Park Design: optimize existing body of water or seize the opportunity to build one from scratch.
3. Water-based Opportunities: utilize an Aqua Park as a main attraction and how to take a phased implementation approach.
4. Surrounding Land Opportunities: complement the waterfront with features that facilitate recreation on the shoreline.
5. Beyond-Water Opportunities: employ under utilized or under developed land to further facilitate recreation beyond the water.

From municipalities like Bergen County in Darlington, NJ and enchanting day-trip attractions like Land of Natura in Wisconsin Dells, WI, participants will be provided with real-life examples that have successfully harnessed the power of recreation.

With over three decades of experience in the recreation industry and successful projects such as the WhoaZone Aqua Parks in multiple US locations, Ron Romens is a true visionary in creating awe-inspiring recreational attractions.

“It’s about turning dreams into reality. We’re excited to share innovative methods and proven success strategies to help create recreation destinations that truly leave a lasting impact,” said Ron Romens, anticipating the transformative webinar.

For more information and registration, visit: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4272285/0825512D1DFA71C28A1A6A28F2B0D0A6

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About Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS)
CRS is a pioneer in the commercial recreation industry, dedicated to transforming spaces into captivating recreation destinations. With over 30 years of experience and a portfolio of successful Aqua Park projects, CRS is a trusted source of expertise in creating unforgettable experiences.

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New law will prohibit people who commit animal cruelty from owning pets

Stronger laws needed to prevent cruelty before it occurs

Cruelty to animals is a crime of violence and it is socially abnormal behavior. It’s often an indicator of a larger pathology.”

— Julie Marshall of AWA

WASHINGTON DC, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Today, Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy issued a statement on news that a new law in Texas will make it illegal for people with animal cruelty convictions to have a pet or live in a house with a pet for at least five years.

“It is critical that people convicted of animal cruelty prove that they have turned a corner and can safely live with animals,” said Julie Marshall, national communications director for Animal Wellness Action. “Cruelty to animals is a crime of violence and it is socially abnormal behavior. It’s often an indicator of a larger pathology.”

This new law is broad, and offenses include dogfighting, cockfighting, attacking an assistance animal or cruelty to a non-livestock animal.

Both the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate have issued the Fighting Inhumane Gambling and High-Risk Trafficking (FIGHT) Act, and the authors hope to include the provision as an amendment to the Farm bill. Both pieces of legislation were driven by concerns for the barbarism of animal fighting, other criminal behavior comingled with it, and disease threats to poultry posed by transporting fighting roosters.

The FIGHT Act, amending Section 26 of the Animal Welfare Act, would enhance the enforcement opportunities by banning simulcasting and gambling of animal fighting ventures; halting the shipment of mature roosters (chickens only) shipped through the U.S. mail (it is already illegal to ship dogs through the mail); creating a citizen suit provision, after proper notice to federal authorities, to allow private right of action against illegal animal fighters; and enhancing forfeiture provisions to include real property for animal fighting crimes.

Animal Wellness Action sends thanks to the Texas Humane Legislative Network and so many other Texas-based animal-welfare groups for advocating for strong laws for animals.

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The Center for a Humane Economy (“the Center”) is a non-profit organization that focuses on influencing businesses to pay attention to animal cruelty in their operations and to eliminate harmful practices. We believe helping animals helps us all.

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Cockfighting Match

Organization calls for stronger laws to deter animal fighting and burden on law enforcement

Cockfighting is a form of malicious cruelty, and we must mete out strong penalties for perpetrators to root out this behavior in Ohio.”

— Wayne Pacelle, president of Animal Wellness Action

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Today, Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy issued a statement on news that 16 roosters were rescued during a cockfighting and animal cruelty investigation by Lorain County officers. The birds and other animal fighting paraphernalia were recovered.

Wayne Pacelle, President of Animal Wellness Action helped write the state’s felony-level anti-cockfighting law and issued this statement:

“Ohio has felony-level penalties for cockfighting, and it’s amazing that people continue to risk their freedom to stage fights between animals,” said Wayne Pacelle, president of Animal Wellness Action. “Cockfighting is a form of malicious cruelty, and we must mete out strong penalties for perpetrators to root out this behavior in Ohio.”

Cockfighters attach knives or curved ice picks called gaffs to the combatants’ legs to enhance the bloodletting and accelerate the outcome.

Both the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate have issued the Fighting Inhumane Gambling and High-Risk Trafficking (FIGHT) Act, and the authors hope to include the provision as an amendment to the Farm bill. Both pieces of legislation were driven by concerns for the barbarism of animal fighting, other criminal behavior comingled with it, and disease threats to poultry posed by transporting fighting roosters.

The FIGHT Act, amending Section 26 of the Animal Welfare Act, would enhance the enforcement opportunities by banning simulcasting and gambling of animal fighting ventures; halting the shipment of mature roosters (chickens only) shipped through the U.S. mail (it is already illegal to ship dogs through the mail); creating a citizen suit provision, after proper notice to federal authorities, to allow private right of action against illegal animal fighters; and enhancing forfeiture provisions to include real property for animal fighting crimes.

ABOUT

Animal Wellness Action (Action) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(4) organization with a mission of helping animals by promoting legal standards forbidding cruelty and to encourage enforcement of our laws. We believe helping animals helps us all.

The Center for a Humane Economy (“the Center”) is a non-profit organization that focuses on influencing businesses to pay attention to animal cruelty in their operations and to eliminate harmful practices. We believe helping animals helps us all.

Wayne Pacelle Pacelle
ANIMAL WELLNESS ACTION
+ 12024200446
email us here

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The Esports Pod is the work simulator for technology, durability, and comfort, opening up vast possibilities within the collegiate E-sports domain.

SEVERANCE, COLORADO, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — USA Entertainment Ventures LLC, an industry leader in cutting-edge sports creative and technology, is proud to unveil its latest innovation – the Esports Pod. This groundbreaking device is designed to offer immersive training experiences across multiple industries, including aviation, heavy equipment, automotive, and esports.

Specifically, the Esports Pod holds immense potential in the multi-billion dollar competitive gaming industry and the burgeoning realm of high school and collegiate esports. The innovation sets a new standard for esports gaming. Unlike traditional simulators, each Esports Pod is equipped with standardized internet speed and equipment, emphasizing skill and talent over any advantage of superior software. That is, the Esports Pod paved the way to ensure a level playing field for all participants.

Over the past few years, the growth of esports programs in high schools, community colleges, and universities has been remarkable, extending their reach to broader student populations and fostering larger and more inclusive campus communities. Currently, most esports scholarships offer students $500-$8,000 annually, but schools are starting to provide full-tuition scholarships as the esports industry grows. Individuals who excel within these schools at esports tournaments are now offered scholarships to go to college. In response to the growing trend in competitive gaming, USA Entertainment Ventures LLC designed and produced a new gaming pod that will maximize the efficiency of holding tournaments.

Together with Dell Technologies, USA Entertainment Ventures LLC wished to distribute these Esports Pods to educational institutions nationwide, opening the door for more high schools, community colleges, and universities to embrace the exciting world of esports.

USA Entertainment Ventures LLC is extending the exclusive media rights of the Esports Pods to the 34 universities and 192 colleges participating in the Esports league, providing sponsorship sales rights, on-demand and streaming rights, pod usage rights, and NIL access to students for sponsorships. USA Entertainment Ventures LLC can also be the liaison between the institution and the sponsor. Through its extensive network and expertise, USA Entertainment Ventures LLC can help facilitate meaningful partnerships that may amplify students’ engagement in the esports community and assist them in fostering strong ties with educational establishments.

As the industry grows rapidly, students and aspiring gamers can explore new opportunities and potentially secure substantial prizes through this pioneering technology. USA Entertainment Ventures LLC recognizes the growing trend in esports and has created a product that does the following: 1) Offers institutions and students valuable resources 2) Helps achieve sponsorship and advertising needs.

High-Speed Internet
USA Entertainment Ventures LLC ensures that the pods are equipped with high-speed internet, wi-fi, and 110V plug-ins, essentials for enhancing a player’s performance.

Exceptional Warranty Coverage
Each Esports Pod unit comes with exceptional warranty coverage backed by Dell Premium Support Plus. This 4-year warranty provides comprehensive protection against drops, spills, and surges, all with zero deductible, giving users peace of mind and confidence in their investment.

Seamless Technical Support
In the event of any technical issues, the Esports Pod offers seamless technical support through multiple channels, including chat, email, and phone. Users can access prompt assistance and resolution, minimizing disruptions and maximizing productivity during training or gaming sessions.

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Embracing the future of content creation and education, the Esports Pod features cutting-edge live-streaming capabilities. Content creators, educators, and gaming enthusiasts can share their experiences and expertise with a broader audience, opening exciting avenues for engagement and learning.

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The Esports Pod comes completely assembled with the Alienware 38 Curved Gaming Monitor – AW3821DW, the Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro Mechanical Wireless Gaming Keyboard, the Razer Basilisk V3 Customizable Ergonomic Gaming Mouse, and a Gaming Chair with built-in lumbar arch, optimized cushion density, and eco-friendly synthetic leather. The pod can also roll through doorways and easily be placed on elevators. This convenience ensures that users can quickly get started with their training or gaming experiences without unnecessary delays or complications.

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USA Entertainment Ventures LLC is thrilled to introduce the Esports Pod, as it combines the latest advancements in technology with our hope to bring not only durability, comfort, and cross-training functionality but also equity and inclusion into schools. We sincerely invite businesses, educational institutions, and gaming enthusiasts alike to explore the boundless possibilities offered by this state-of-the-art device.

About USA Entertainment Ventures
USA Entertainment Ventures LLC (USAEV) is a subsidiary of Dakdan Worldwide. Headquartered in Severance, Colorado, USA Entertainment Ventures is a veteran-owned government contracting company servicing 50 states and federal agencies since 2020. USAEV’s manufacturing factory in Huntsville, Alabama, has the capacity to mass-produce hundreds of simulator units on demand. USAEV operates warehouses across the globe in Japan, UAE, and the U.S. to ship the simulator units worldwide. For more information about USAEV, visit https://usaentertainmentventures.com/.

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USA Entertainment Ventures LLC
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St. John Bosco and the NFHS Network will form an affiliate partnership to produce and live stream high school sporting events powered by students.

St. John Bosco is thrilled to be at the forefront of this exciting step forward in high school sports media.”

— Dr. Brian Wickstrom

BELLFLOWER, CA, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — St. John Bosco High School is leading the way in bringing coverage of high school sports to the masses. On the heels of their partnership with For A Bright Future Foundation that brought a brand-new media lab to their campus and their subsequent plans to launch their own streaming network, Bosco+, St. John Bosco has now established an affiliate partnership with the NFHS Network.

The NFHS Network, operated by PlayOn! Sports, is the leading network for access to high school sports in the country, offering audiences unlimited access to live and on-demand games. St. John Bosco, as an NFHS Network Affiliate, will produce selected Bosco home and away games, and other games in the CIF Southern Section for the Network as a result of this new partnership. The NFHS Network will provide camera systems for the school’s baseball, basketball, football, lacrosse, soccer and swimming facilities as well as production software for the school’s media lab. Further, the NFHS Network will collaborate with St. John Bosco’s Film & Media Arts Pathway program on training and curriculum development for its students, who will produce each live event.

“St. John Bosco is thrilled to be at the forefront of this exciting step forward in high school sports media. By forming an affiliate partnership with the NFHS Network, the leader in high school sports broadcasting, we’re not only providing wider coverage for our championship-winning athletic programs to our fans, but we’re also providing an incredible learning opportunity to our Film & Media Arts Pathway students who will be producing the games. This step, made possible by the For a Bright Future Foundation Media Lab that opened at St. John Bosco in February, is huge for our school community and for high school sports across the country,” said Dr. Brian Wickstrom, St. John Bosco President & CEO.

“The NFHS Network is proud to partner with St. John Bosco to empower students to gain real-world experience in broadcast journalism through the prestigious Film & Media Arts Pathway program,” said David Rudolph, PlayOn! Sports CEO. “We look forward to seeing the talent of the student-broadcasters and student-athletes at St. John Bosco showcased to a wider audience.”

The Film and Media Arts Pathway is a professional industry preparation program at St. John Bosco designed to prepare students for collegiate film school. From screenwriting, production and design to directing and producing, students learn about the business of the media industry through a hands-on, project-based approach. Senior Film & Media Arts Pathway student Jerrod Montgomery is excited to get started. He said, “To have this opportunity to learn from the best in the business and to actually produce a game at a professional level for a platform like the NFHS Network is something I never thought I’d be doing in high school.”

The partnership will involve a multi-sport, student-powered production initiative for Bosco home and away games and will later expand to additional schools in Southern California to expand the broadcast web for the NFHS. St. John Bosco is set to distribute the replays of the live games on their forthcoming streaming platform, Bosco+. The partnership is slated to kick off with St. John Bosco’s National Championship winning football team’s home opener on Friday, August 18 versus Liberty High School.

“As the head football coach at St. John Bosco High School, I am extremely excited to be partnering with the NFHS Network this upcoming season,” said Head Coach Jason Negro. “Bosco Football has become a national brand, so this new venture will help us expand our program’s exposure across the entire country. This unique partnership will also provide professional level production experience for the talented students in our school’s Film & Media Pathway.”

Head Basketball Coach at St. John Bosco, Matt Dunn, expressed his excitement for the partnership as well. St. John Bosco’s basketball program had a historic 2023 season with the team advancing to the CIF Open Division Final for the first time in school history. He added, “Being able to offer this type of innovative opportunity to our students, both in the classroom and in our athletic programs, is what we’re all about at Bosco. Not only will our Pathway students get to learn from the best, but our athletes will get to play in front of a larger global audience.”

More information about the St. John Bosco vs Liberty football game, set to stream on the NFHS Network on Friday, August 18, will be available in the coming week.

About St. John Bosco High School
St. John Bosco High School (SJB) is a premier all-boys college preparatory school founded in 1940 and located in Bellflower, California. Operating under the Catholic educational religious order of the Salesians, SJB’s distinctive approach to learning creates a welcoming and empowering school environment for its students. With its rigorous and extensive college preparatory curriculum, SJB cultivates every individual’s God-given talent and prepares all graduates to successfully enter and meet the demands of higher education. With values rooted in reason, religion and loving kindness, and a rich culture of brotherhood on and off campus, the young men at SJB are prepared for a life of purpose. Visit us at www.bosco.org to learn more.

About NFHS Network
The NFHS Network is the leader in streaming live and on-demand high school sports and activities. A joint venture between PlayOn! Sports and the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), the NFHS Network proudly covers 27 different sports at all levels and partners with 65 state associations. With over 1 million events streamed to date, the NFHS Network takes pride in celebrating the accomplishments of student-athletes, student-broadcasters, and high schools around the country. To learn more, visit nfhsnetwork.com/sbp.

About Bosco+
Bosco+ is St. John Bosco High School’s streaming platform that enables worldwide digital access to comprehensive coverage of the school’s nationally recognized academic, arts and athletic programs, as well as various community events. To learn more and subscribe, visit us at https://signup.boscoplus.com/ or look for us in the Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and Android TV app stores.

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