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Kevin Knasel Proves Mentorship Matters Most in St. Louis' Fame-Driven Industry
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Kevin Knasel Proves Mentorship Matters Most in St. Louis' Fame-Driven Industry

December 13, 2025 6:45 AM

In an era where the music industry often shines its brightest lights on viral fame, overnight success stories, and social media statistics, Kevin Knasel has carved a completely different path. Rather than chasing fleeting moments of visibility, he has devoted his career to something far more enduring. He has committed himself to mentorship, artistic growth, and using music to strengthen communities. This approach has not only made him one of the...

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Black Pistol Fire Announce New Album
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Black Pistol Fire Announce New Album "Flagrant Act Of Bliss" - Out January 23, 2026 Plus New Tour Dates

December 12, 2025 2:30 PM

Austin-based rock duo Black Pistol Fire will release their highly anticipated 7th full-length studio album "Flagrant Act of Bliss" on January 23, 2026. Written and co-produced by guitarist/vocalist Kevin McKeown and co-produced/mixed by Grammy Award-winning engineer Jacob Sciba, the record marks the most emotionally revealing and creatively expansive work of the band's career.Recorded entirely in Austin, Texas at Arlyn Studios, 5th Street...

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Rachael Sage & The Sequins Release Animated Avant-Garde Video
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Rachael Sage & The Sequins Release Animated Avant-Garde Video "Kill The Clock" from New Album, Canopy

December 12, 2025 1:45 PM

Acclaimed alt-folk-pop band Rachael Sage & The Sequins have released an animated avant-garde official video for "Kill The Clock" from their ambitious new album, Canopy, (out via MPress Records). Excavated from a demo Sage recorded in her teens, "Kill The Clock" is quickly becoming a fan favorite after receiving playlisting love from NPR's All Songs Considered. The thought-provoking, colorful clip combats the oppressive, exhausting feeling of...

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Anthony Anderson Calls for Stronger Relationship and Community Support After Officiating Dubai Wedding
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Anthony Anderson Calls for Stronger Relationship and Community Support After Officiating Dubai Wedding

December 12, 2025 12:00 PM

Actor and entertainer Anthony Anderson is using his recent role officiating the Dubai wedding of Terrence J and Mikalah Sultan to shine a light on something deeper than a luxury ceremony in the desert. Inspired by the powerful gathering of loved ones, Anderson is calling for more intentional support of relationships, family bonds, and community connection at a time when social ties are weakening nationwide."Standing there in Dubai, watching two...

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Orlando Dreamers Showcase Orlando’s Unmatched Potential at the MLB Winter Meetings
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Orlando Dreamers Showcase Orlando’s Unmatched Potential at the MLB Winter Meetings

December 11, 2025 9:15 AM

The Orlando Dreamers concluded a highly productive week at Major League Baseball's Winter Meetings, where they advanced the region's case as the strongest and most expansion-ready market in the country. Hall of Famer Barry Larkin and Dreamers Co-Founder Jim Schnorf were on hand throughout the event, meeting with team owners, league executives, fans and national sports media to reinforce Orlando's position as MLB's best expansion city.The...

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Nueva Network and AdGrid Launch Hispanic Audience Accelerator to Bring Culture-Driven Precision to At-Scale Digital Growth
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Nueva Network and AdGrid Launch Hispanic Audience Accelerator to Bring Culture-Driven Precision to At-Scale Digital Growth

December 11, 2025 9:00 AM

Nueva Network, the leading independent Latino audio company, and AdGrid, a publisher-first ad operations and audience extension platform, today announced the launch of the Nueva Network Audience Accelerator. The offering combines Latino cultural intelligence with modern ad-tech to give brands a single, scalable way to reach U.S. Hispanic audiences across digital audio, video, and CTV.Digital audio advertising in the U.S. is projected to surpass...

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From Newsroom to Tech Leader: TVBS Receives OpenAI Milestone Validation for 10 Billion Tokens
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From Newsroom to Tech Leader: TVBS Receives OpenAI Milestone Validation for 10 Billion Tokens

December 11, 2025 8:30 AM

TVBS received official acknowledgment from OpenAI on Nov. 5th for surpassing 10 billion tokens in internal AI usage. The milestone marks TVBS as one of Asia's first media organizations to reach enterprise-level AI adoption comparable to global technology leaders. TVBS, Taiwan's leading technology-driven media brand, achieved this through aggressive AI integration across newsroom and corporate workflows. TVBS received official acknowledgment from...

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MAISEAT App Launches Globally, Secures Exclusive Ticketing Rights for 20+ Major International Events
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MAISEAT App Launches Globally, Secures Exclusive Ticketing Rights for 20+ Major International Events

December 11, 2025 2:06 AM

MAISEAT, the global live events platform under Damai Entertainment (HKEX:1060), a subsidiary of Alibaba Group (HKEX:9988), today announced the worldwide launch of its standalone mobile app, now available on the Apple App Store across multiple international regions. The new app delivers an enhanced, secure, and seamless solution for purchasing cross-border performance tickets. iOS users can download the app by searching "MAISEAT" in the App...

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DFA Awards 2025 Celebrates Stellar Lineup of Global Design Icons Launches Pioneering DFA Asian Design Vanguard
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DFA Awards 2025 Celebrates Stellar Lineup of Global Design Icons Launches Pioneering DFA Asian Design Vanguard

December 10, 2025 10:10 AM

Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC) today announced the distinguished laureates of the DFA Awards 2025, honouring their transformative design achievement with global impact. This year, the DFA Awards features the debut of DFA Asian Design Vanguard, an award programme established to honour a designer with whose work resonates powerfully across the international design landscape.Launched in 2003, supported by the Cultural and Creative Industries...

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Shuffle Promo Code MAXBONUS Verified for 2026, Securing $1,000 Crypto Bonus for New Players
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Shuffle Promo Code MAXBONUS Verified for 2026, Securing $1,000 Crypto Bonus for New Players

December 10, 2025 7:25 AM

New players are set to start 2026 with the biggest possible advantage at the Shuffle community. The verified Shuffle referral code MAXBONUS is now live, securing the platform's best available welcome package for new members joining either the global real-money platform at Shuffle.com or the surging social casino experience in the United States at Shuffle.us.Shuffle has established itself as a leading crypto sportsbook and casino, renowned for...

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The 15th Shanghai Biennale Opens - Does the flower hear the bee?
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The 15th Shanghai Biennale Opens - Does the flower hear the bee?

December 10, 2025 7:15 AM

The Power Station of Art announces the grand opening of Does the flower hear the bee? the 15th Shanghai Biennale on November 8th, 2025. The exhibition is curated by Chief Curator Kitty Scott, Co-curators Daisy Desrosiers and Xue Tan, as well as Curators Long Yitang and Zhang Yingying, both selected from PSA's Emerging Curators Project. The exhibition design is led by all(zone) / Rachaporn Choochuey, Sara De Bondt is the graphic designer, and...

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Andreas Szakacs: Hollywood Actor Leading a New Wave of AI-Driven Storytelling
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Andreas Szakacs: Hollywood Actor Leading a New Wave of AI-Driven Storytelling

December 10, 2025 7:15 AM

In an era where technology is reshaping every creative industry, Hollywood actor Andreas Szakacs is stepping forward as one of the most forward-thinking performers of his generation. Known for his unique blend of artistic sensitivity and a deep understanding of modern digital culture, Szakacs is now pioneering a new creative direction-one that places artificial intelligence at the center of cinematic storytelling. Entering Hollywood's Next...

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7th Hainan Island Int'l Film Festival Kicks off in Sanya
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7th Hainan Island Int'l Film Festival Kicks off in Sanya

December 9, 2025 9:55 PM

The 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) kicked off on December 3 in Sanya under the theme "From Oceans to the Infinite." The 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival kicked off on December 3 in Sanya.This year's edition has set a new benchmark, receiving a record-breaking 4,564 film submissions from 119 countries and regions, totaling over 2,900 hours of footage-making it the most international and diverse festival to...

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Shaquille O'Neal Brings 8th Annual Shaq's Fun House Presented by Credit One Bank to San Francisco for Big Game Weekend
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Shaquille O'Neal Brings 8th Annual Shaq's Fun House Presented by Credit One Bank to San Francisco for Big Game Weekend

December 9, 2025 1:00 PM

The Official Unofficial Kickoff of Big Game Weekend is Back! The celebration created and produced by Medium Rare & Authentic Live, begins in unbeatable style with the return of the 8th Annual Shaq's Fun House Presented by Credit One Bank, the larger-than-life spectacle that's part festival, carnival, and circus. Created and hosted by NBA Hall of Famer and global showman Shaquille O'Neal, this legendary event will bring its signature high-octane...

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Tennis Community Unites in Washington, D.C. for USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation's 2025 Tennis Creates Gala
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Tennis Community Unites in Washington, D.C. for USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation's 2025 Tennis Creates Gala

December 8, 2025 5:30 PM

The USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation brought together leaders in tennis, sports, philanthropy, and community advocacy on Saturday, December 6 for its annual Tennis Creates Gala, held at the Salamander Hotel in Washington, D.C. Hosted by former ATP standouts and Nothing Major podcast co-hosts Sam Querrey and John Isner, the evening celebrated influential changemakers in the sport and highlighted the Foundation's mission, showcasing the transformative...

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Aqua Surf Nominated for Best Surf School in California
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Aqua Surf Nominated for Best Surf School in California

December 5, 2025 9:00 AM

Aqua Surf has been nominated for Best Surf School in California by the Santa Monica Daily Press, a respected Southern California publication known for recognizing top local businesses, educators, and service providers through its annual "Best Of" awards. These nominations are based on public voting and reflect genuine community support. Aqua Surf's recognition highlights nearly three decades of leadership in surf education, youth development,...

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Twin Vee PowerCats Co. Announces Election of New Board Directors Carol Craig and Larry Swets, Jr.
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Twin Vee PowerCats Co. Announces Election of New Board Directors Carol Craig and Larry Swets, Jr.

December 5, 2025 8:15 AM

Twin Vee PowerCats Co. (Nasdaq:VEEE),("Twin Vee" or the "Company"), a manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of power sport boats, today announced the election of Carol Craig and Larry Swets, Jr. to its Board of Directors at its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, effective December 4, 2025. Marcia Kull and Neil Ross have completed their terms and departed the Board effective December 4, 2025."We are very pleased to welcome Mr. Swets and Ms....

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Racing Club's Wendigo Secures Grade 2 Win, Giving Owners a Day to Remember
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Racing Club's Wendigo Secures Grade 2 Win, Giving Owners a Day to Remember

December 5, 2025 7:20 AM

Racing Club's Wendigo clinched the Grade 2 John Francome Novices' Chase at Newbury on Friday 28th November, delivering a major milestone victory for the syndicate and giving thousands of his microshare owners an unforgettable raceday.6-year-old Wendigo secured a notable victory after starting as the 5/2 second favourite behind Regent's Stroll, the Paul Nicholls-trained runner owned by Sir Alex Ferguson. Regent's Stroll headed the market at 15/8...

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Japan's Music Industry Organization CEIPA And The TOYOTA Group Are Back in L.A. This December 1 & 2
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Japan's Music Industry Organization CEIPA And The TOYOTA Group Are Back in L.A. This December 1 & 2

December 4, 2025 7:20 PM

About ennichi '25 presented by CEIPA × TOYOTA GROUP - "MUSIC WAY PROJECT"The event combined two key programs: ennichi '25 Japanese Music Experience LA, which offered audiences an immersive introduction to the richness of Japanese music, and the ennichi '25 Japanese Music Industry Mixer, designed to showcase the potential of Japan's music business to industry professionals in the United States. Through these two complementary approaches, the...

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Kevin Knasel Proves That True Innovation in Music Begins With Community
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Kevin Knasel Proves That True Innovation in Music Begins With Community

December 4, 2025 1:30 PM

In an era where music often feels driven by algorithms and trends, Kevin Knasel stands as a living reminder that true innovation begins with people. A dynamic and influential figure in both the St. Louis, Missouri, and Centerburg, Ohio music communities, Kevin has built a career fueled by mentorship, creativity, collaboration, and genuine service. His work transcends performance and production. It is rooted in a belief that music is at its most...

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