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    15th Annual New York Produce Show-2025

    15th Annual New York Produce Show-2025

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    In addition to the 1-day Trade Show are three co-located conferences for those wishing to expand and enhance their visit to our one-of-a-kind produce industry experience.

    Tuesday, the Foundational Excellence program – with Cornell professors offering one day of industry trends and take-aways for executives with less than 5 years in produce

    Also Tuesday, the Global Trade Symposium offers attendees the latest insights on produce importing and exporting to and from the Northeast Region.

    Wednesday, our 1-day Trade Show and Exposition, featuring our Opening Keynote Breakfast, show floor educational Micro-Sessions, Chef’s Demonstrations, and the Connect with Fresh Media Immersion.

    Thursday, the “Ideation Fresh” Foodservice Forum covers the role of produce in culinary innovation and foodservice profitability.

    More than two dozen prominent leaders in fresh produce   discussed the state of imports, exports, logistics and seed development – as well as politics and tariffs – during Global Trade Symposium at the New York Produce Show and Conference.

    The annual gathering, took place on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the Sheraton New York Times Square hotel, and feature six sessions devoted to the trade of fresh fruits and vegetables coming into and out of the United States and Canada.

    The first three, including “Politics and Produce, A Global Discussion,” covered  the roller-coaster economic environment impacting the supply chain, as well as innovative ideas to ensure future growth for businesses.

    “The procurement, movement and promotion of fresh produce by nature can be volatile, even in the best of economic climates,” says Ken Whitacre, CEO and President of the New York Produce Show and Produce Business magazine. “We are grateful to have such an astute group of speakers tackling critical issues head on and presenting strategic ways of solving them.”

    The Symposium is the first of five major educational components of the 2025 show, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary.

    Cornell University Professor Miguel Gomez kicked off the day with an overview of the global market before the panel moderated by Tom Stenzel digs into the impact of politics and policy on produce.

    Key leaders whose interests span North, Central and South America – Jessie Capote (J&C Tropicals), Ron Lemaire (CPMA), John Pandol (Pandol Bros.), Chuck Zeutenhorst (FirstFruits Farms) and Fernando Cruz Morales (GCMA) – discussed  the ever-shifting landscape and provide a look at the future for fresh produce.

    Continuing the theme, four panelists in the “Navigating Turbulence in Transportation and Logistics” session led by moderator Anthony Serafino (EXP Group), discussed how to preserve and improve cold chain movement of produce amid the tough economic climate.

    Mike Laws (Laws Logistics), Jai Thakrar (Jalaram Fruit), Florent Philippot (Z Group USA) and Tony Martinez (Primo Trading Services/Pharr International Bridge) discussed  how companies can remain resilient amid labor shortages, tariffs and weather events by leaning into automation, AI and smart business strategies.

    The father-and-son team of David and Jonah Stillman, who have gained acclaim addressing the behaviors and habits of Generation Z, were the keynote speakers at the 2025 New York Produce Show and Conference in Manhattan.

    2025 Consumer Media Lunch program: By invitation only and specifically for consumer media, this workshop and lunch brings together influential business journalists, writers, bloggers, registered dietitians and food and culinary experts to help them learn more about the produce world and efforts to increase produce consumption.

    This year’s luncheon   focused on the Next Gen (Z and Alpha), their eating habits and how the produce industry and consumer media can cover health, nutrition and fresh consumption.

    Wildly successful last year, the program also will feature demos and products that appeal to younger generations.

    They had an insightful program along with a fantastic line-up of sponsors whose products were showcased in the Guided Tasting: Dole Fresh Fruit, Fresh Gourmet Company, Crunch Time Apple Growers, California Walnuts and Katzman Produce.

    Close to 300 Vendors were exhibiting and showcasing there produce on the exhibit floor, vendors in attendance from all over the world, which included, Sunkist, Green Giant, Hunt’s Point Produce Market, Avocados from Mexico, Dole food Company, Wonderful Sales and so much more. See more in our World Liberty TV, Food Channels and blogs by clicking here.

    99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Inflation NYC-2025

    99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Inflation NYC-2025

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    BY: Adal Hussain , Chief Editor for World Liberty TV, 71st & Columbus Ave NYC 11/26/25

    Two things that made massive cultural splashes this year — Labubu and “KPop Demon Hunters” — filled the sky and streets of New York when the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off this year.

    The Nov. 27 parade begins rain or shine on Manhattan’s Upper West Side and ends at Macy’s Herald Square flagship store on 34th Street, which serves as a stage and backdrop for performances.

    It featured 34 balloons, four mini-balloons, 28 floats, 33 clown groups and 11 marching bands — all leading the way for Santa Claus.

    “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo will kicked off a starry show. Audrey Nuna, EJAE and Rei Ami of HUNTR/X, the fictional girl group at the heart of the Netflix hit “KPop Demon Hunters,” featured alongside Ciara, Foreigner, Lil Jon, Kool & the Gang, Busta Rhymes, Mickey Guyton and Teyana. An eclectic group of stars — from ballet dancer Tiler Peck to YouTube’s “Hot Ones” host Sean Evans — will join the annual holiday kick-off.

    Broadway was represented by cast members from “Buena Vista Social Club,” “Just in Time” and “Ragtime,” while the Radio City Rockettes were there and some serious athletes — three-time U.S. national champion figure skater Ilia Malinin and U.S Paralympian Jack Wallace.

    Alumni and students at LaGuardia High School in New York City — the school featured in the movie and TV series “Fame” — help celebrate the 50th anniversary of “A Chorus Line.”

    Others on hand were Jewel, Debbie Gibson, Drew Baldridge, Matteo Bocelli, Colbie Caillat, Gavin DeGraw, Meg Donnelly, Christopher Jackson, Darlene Love, Roman Mejia, Taylor Momsen, Calum Scott, Shaggy, Lauren Spencer Smith and Luísa Sonza.

    This year, four new featured character balloons debuted, including Buzz Lightyear, Pac-Man, Mario from Super Mario Brothers and a 32-foot-tall (9.8-meter) balloon onion carriage featuring eight characters from the world of “Shrek.” “KPop Demon Hunters” were also represented in the sky with the characters Derpy Tiger and Sussie.

    Several new floats  debuted  this year, including the first Labubu float, with Skullpanda, Peach Riot, Dimoo, Molly, Duckoo and Mokoko.

    There were also be floats from Holland America Line, Lego, Lindt chocolates, “Stranger Things” featuring members of Foreigner, and a bunch of whimsical sheep trying to get to sleep courtesy of Serta. The fish-shaped snack Goldfish is returning to the parade with a tiny float that measures just 14 Goldfish crackers long.

    The marching bands hailed from South Carolina, California, Texas, Arizona, New Hampshire, Mississippi, Alabama, Pennsylvania and Santiago, Panama. The New York Police Department’s marching band also join. There are no marching bands from New York, New Jersey or Connecticut set to appear.

    There were also be dancers and cheerleaders from Spirit of America Dance and Spirit of America Cheer.

    During the Press Conference, Mayor Eric Adams, spoke about the parade and said this will be his last press conference, and enjoyed being part of the festivities that the security was at its highest peak, keeping parade goers and marchers fully safe.

    New York City Police Commissioner, Jessica Tisch spoke next, she went on to say how she and her family attended the Thanksgiving Day Parade, annually, she went on to say that there were no credible threats during the parade, additional security was added as well as more drones watching every move.

    New York City Police Commissioner, Jessica Tisch will stay on as New York City Police Commissioner for the new Mayor Elect Zohran Mamdani’s administration. As see is doing a great job, as NYPD Commissioner.

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    6th Annual Bagelup Event @ Citi Field’s Heineken Diamond Lounge New York-2025

    6th Annual Bagelup Event @ Citi Field’s Heineken Diamond Lounge New York-2025

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    New York BagelFest Returned with First-ever Growth Lab, a Lineup of Emerging Bagel Makers, an Industry Mixer, and Expanded Family Programming

    Uniting bakers, brands, food media, and fans for a weekend celebrating the iconic carb.

    New York BagelFest, presented by King Arthur Baking Company, returned on Sunday, November 16th, 2025, at Citi Field, marking its largest and most expansive edition to date. Since its debut in 2019, the festival has evolved from a grassroots gathering of bagel lovers into the premier event for the bagel industry, drawing national media, culinary talent, suppliers, and thousands of attendees each year.

    This year introduces two new companion events designed to support the business and cultural future of the bagel world: the BagelFest Growth Lab and the BagelFest Inner Circle Industry Mixer, both taking place on Saturday, November 15th, in New York City.

    The BagelFest Growth Lab took place on Saturday, November 15, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at 120 Walker Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY, 10013. Designed as both an incubator and tasting experience, the Growth Lab highlights early-stage bagel makers traveling from across the United States and Canada to present their work to the public, media, and fellow industry pros.

    Attendees sampled small-batch bagels from the next generation of bakers and take part in a live Q&A hosted by the Bread Bakers Guild of America, focused on the realities of starting and scaling a modern bagel business.

    Ellie Gulick and Gray Cowan, co-owners of Van Buren Bagel, say “We are so excited to be part of the Growth Lab! For us, this is an incredible opportunity to connect with others in the bagel community, exchange ideas, and learn from those who have been in our shoes.”

    Jake Rubin, Owner of Holey Dough & Co. echoes the sentiment: “I’m excited to connect with fellow bakers and industry veterans to learn from their experiences and apply that insight as I grow Holey Dough & Co. The Growth Lab is an incredible opportunity to learn, share, and push our craft forward.”

    Immediately following the Growth Lab, the weekend continued with the BagelFest Inner Circle Industry Mixer from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the 6th Floor at the same location, 120 Walker Street.

    The mixer is an evening of relaxed networking for bakery owners, food founders, culinary creatives, media, and industry professionals who are shaping the future of the bagel landscape. Guests had   the opportunity to connect with peers, share insights, form collaborations, and meet fellow makers ahead of the main festival at Citi Field the following day.

    The mixer was created as a space for conversation, community, and exchange among those who work behind the scenes of the world’s most beloved carb.

    Together, the Growth Lab and Industry Mixer form a new professional pillar for BagelFest weekend, designed to support the next generation of bagel entrepreneurs, while strengthening networks across the existing ecosystem of culinary innovators.

    “The Growth Lab exists to spotlight rising bagel makers with the potential to shape the future of our industry. By giving them visibility and connecting them with mentors and seasoned professionals,” says BagelFest founder Sam Silverman. “We’re building a community that supports the next generation of bagel bakers around the world.

    The full public festival took place on Sunday, November 16th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Citi Field, in the Heineken Diamond Lounge (indoors).  It featured vendors, live judging, tastings, and the return of BagelFest’s signature competitions including Best of the Fest, Best Bagel, and Best of the Boroughs.

    Judging for the 2025 competitions will be led by an expanded panel of experts, representing some of the most influential voices in food, baking, storytelling, and hospitality.

    Silverman says, “Being an Expert Judge at BagelFest is no small task. Winning can redefine a business’s future—as it has for PopUp Bagels and Starship Bagel—so we’ve selected two dozen of the most respected voices in the industry to make the call. Their expertise, influence, and passion for this incredible food speak for themselves.”

    With the addition of the Growth Lab and Industry Mixer, and a breadth of expert judges, the 2025 edition of BagelFest further strengthens its mission to celebrate and connect every layer of the bagel world. Public relation was handled by Olga González, founder and CEO of Pietra Communications.

    About New York BagelFest: The New York BagelFest is the ultimate celebration of the city’s culture. Sample unlimited bagels and schmears from the best bakeries in the world, meet the makers, and experience bagel culture like never before with hands-on programming, one-of-a-kind competitions, and family-friendly activities for all ages. BagelFest is produced by BagelUp, the team behind NYC Bagel Tours and the Bagel Ambassador platform.

    About King Arthur Baking Company: King Arthur Baking Company has been dedicated to spreading the joy of baking since its beginning in 1790. Proudly certified as a B Corp and 100% employee-owned, King Arthur stands as the premier baking resource for both home bakers and professionals. Committed to excellence and innovation, King Arthur delivers unparalleled quality flour and technical support to bakery, foodservice, pizzeria, and culinary customers, ensuring impeccable results with every bake. Explore products, support, and resources tailored to bakery and foodservice customers.

    It was a great event, we had a pleasure of interviewing, BagelFest founder Sam Silverman see what he told us about the Bagel up Event. Also we had a pleasure meeting many more Bagel companies in attendance from all over the world, as well as tasting and sampling their bagels.

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    New York Veterans Day Parade-2025

    New York Veterans Day Parade-2025

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    BY: Adal Hussain, Chief  Editor for World Liberty TV, @ 25th St &  5th Ave NYC, Tuesday Nov 11th 2025

    The nation’s largest Veterans Day event, the New York City Veterans Day Parade hosted by the United War Veterans Council, will return to Fifth Avenue on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, for its 106th year.

    This year, the parade is also marking the 250th anniversary of America’s military and will offer an extra nod of honor and recognition for the U.S. Army, Marine Corps and Navy.

    The 2025 event’s grand marshals are former Army Staff Sgt. Clinton Romesha, Stephen Peck, and retired Navy Capt. Sunita “Suni” L. Williams.

    President Barack Obama presented Romesha with the Medal of Honor for heroism in Afghanistan. “Romesha, the fourth living service member to receive the medal for service in Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom, earned the Medal of Honor for actions Oct. 3, 2009, at Combat Outpost Keating in the Kamdesh district of Afghanistan’s Nuristan province,” according to the Department of Defense. Romesha is also a spokesman for American Warrior Partnership.

    Peck, a Marine Corps veteran, was the longtime president and CEO of U.S.VETS, the nation’s largest veteran services nonprofit. He remains an active advocate for homeless veterans.

    The son of Oscar-winning actor Gregory Peck, he served as a lieutenant in the 1st Marine Division near Da Nang, Vietnam, from 1969 to 1970.

    Williams, a NASA astronaut, flew Navy helicopters in the Gulf War, led Hurricane Andrew rescue missions and more before spending nine months in space aboard the International Space Station due to technical problems.

    The 2025 grand marshals “represent some of our nation’s most dedicated and most accomplished service members who have continued to serve their country and their fellow veterans well after leaving the military,” Mark Otto, president and executive director of the United War Veterans Council, said in a statement.

    The parade is expected to feature nearly 300 marching and vehicle units and welcome 20,000 participants from across America, representing every service branch of the military and every era since World War II.

    The parade traditionally marches up Fifth Avenue between 25th and 45th streets in Manhattan from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

    In person, spectators can get a view anywhere along Fifth Avenue from the step-off point, 25th Street, to its end on 45th Street.

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    NY City’s Fifty Second Village Halloween Parade-2025

    NY City’s Fifty Second Village Halloween Parade-2025

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    BY: Adal Hussain, Chief  Editor for World Liberty TV, @ Greenwich Village  NYC, Friday Oct 31st 2025

    About 80,000 costumed New Yorkers marched along Sixth Avenue from Canal Street to 15th Street on Halloween night for the 52nd Village Halloween Parade, this year with the theme “It’s a Potluck!”

    The parade was planned in conjunction with local food rescue organization City Harvest — and aimed to unite attendees through their food-themed costumes.

    First held in 1973, the Village Parade has become a cultural fixture in the city, embraced by families, artists and members of the queer community as a home.

    Jeanne Fleming, who has served as the parade’s artistic and producing director for 45 years, said she takes pride in how the parade is a space that welcomes and nurtures all attendees.

    “What we began to think about is that the parade feeds the soul and the heart and the imagination and the spirit,” Fleming said. “But when we made City Harvest our grand marshal, they feed the body.”

    She added that a number of issues, including the famine in Gaza and the fragility of SNAP benefits in the United States, sparked the initial idea for a parade theme about food.

    Fleming also thought about the driving role food plays in her own life, as something that catalyzes connection and eases conflict.

    “What was the thing that brought people together since the beginning of time?” Fleming said. “Sharing a meal, breaking bread together, passing a bowl.”

    The parade garnered more participants as the night carried on, building momentum even as strong winds whipped hair and costume components around and pedestrian traffic jams built up near barricades.

    After passing by Washington Square Park and through Greenwich Village, the parade came to an end on Sixth Avenue and 15th Street — and if it had any of its intended effect, that sense of community might just last all year.

    New Yorkers broke out their tastiest costumes to fit with this year’s theme – potluck, to celebrate this year’s grand marshal, City Harvest, which was honored for feeding hungry New Yorkers.

    “It’s all about abundance. There’s enough for everyone so a feast for us all,” said a parade-goer dressed as John Lennon.

    The parade was packed with plenty to see, including the return of the giant puppets, along with music from around the world, art and dancing. Those marching in this year’s low temperatures, bracing the wind, consider it a creative outlet.

    Grand Marshall this year than ours — City Harvest— New York City’s first and largest food rescue organization. We honor them for their response to the urgent and on-going demand for food assistance and a commitment to sustainability.

    This year they will rescue more than 86 million pounds of food and deliver it to New Yorkers experiencing food insecurity. Since 1982, they have rescued more than one billion pounds of food and provided it for free to New Yorkers in need.

    “As New York’s first and largest food rescue organization, we are thrilled to serve as the Grand Marshal of the Village Halloween Parade—a beloved, New York institution,” said Jilly Stephens, CEO of City Harvest.

    New York City’s 52nd Annual Village Halloween Parade-2025, was very well attended, Thousands in attendance from all over the world and millions more watching it live.

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    New York Comic Con -2025

    New York Comic Con -2025

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    New York Comic Con (NYCC) is the East Coast’s largest pop culture convention and the only one that takes place in the comic book, publishing, media, and licensing capital of the world — New York City.

    NYCC is an event for fans where they can be unafraid to let their geek out. Whether they are looking to be inspired by award-winning comic artists and anime creators, get star struck over their favorite TV and film stars, or treat themselves to exclusive fandom great and unique artwork, NYCC offers the best in pop culture so that every fan can find something they are passionate about waiting for them.

    At NYCC, everyone is invited to embrace their inner hero or root for the villain while they create memories with the people they care the most about, all while celebrating a weekend they’ll never forget.

    ReedPop, the world’s leading producer of pop culture events, today revealed a look at New York Comic Con’s (NYCC) jam-packed programming lineup for this year’s convention.

    Returning to the Javits Center in New York City on October 9-12, 2025, fans experience the best of pop culture with the biggest special guests, publishers, cosplayers, and more.

    Programming highlights for this year’s event included: MARVEL COMICS: Spider-Man and his Venomous Friends Spider-Man’s in space and Mary Jane is Venom!? VP & Executive Editor Nick Lowe, Senior Editor Jordan D. White, Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski, writer Al Ewing and other superstar creators dish about the wild developments currently taking place in Amazing Spider-Man, Venom, and more.

    Plus, get a sneak peek at what’s on the horizon from the shocking return of Knull to the mystery of the second Spider-Man! Webheads that stick around until the end will receive an exclusive giveaway comic!.

    RoboCop: 35 Years of Justice: “Serve the public trust. Protect the innocent. Uphold the law.” Return to Old Detroit as Peter Weller (Alex Murphy/RoboCop) and Nancy Allen (Officer Anne Lewis) reunite to celebrate the enduring legacy of RoboCop.

    From its razor-sharp satire to its groundbreaking sci-fi action, RoboCop redefined the genre and left an indelible mark on pop culture. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, explore the film’s impact over the decades, and revisit what made the partnership between RoboCop and Officer Lewis so iconic.

    Jim Lee and Friends: At this year’s New York Comic Con, DC President, Publisher and Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee will treat fans to a powerful lineup of surprise announcements, reveals and special guests, along with great conversations with top comic creators, during DC’s annual NYCC “Jim Lee & Friends” panel. Moderated by Jim Lee.

    Sony Pictures Panel & Footage: Sony Pictures will host a panel with special guests and showcase new footage from films soon to be released exclusively in movie theaters.

    Please be advised that materials shown at this presentation are intended for mature audiences.

    In addition to the above programming, NYCC 2025 previously announced a star-studded lineup of celebrities heading to NYCC this year for Photo Ops and Autographing, including James McAvoy (X-Men, Split and Glass; Atonement).

    Nicholas Hoult (Superman, Nosferatu, The Great); Elliot Page (X-Men, The Umbrella Academy, Juno); Simu Liu (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Kim’s Convenience); Tatiana Maslany (She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, Orphan Black); Bryce Dallas Howard (Jurassic World, Argylle.

    The Help); cast members across Marvel television properties including Charlie Cox, Deborah Ann Woll, Mike Colter, Ming Na Wen, Clark Gregg, and Chloe Bennett; and iconic voice actors from fan-favorite series and movies like Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Little Mermaid, Demon Slayer, and more.

    About ReedPop: ReedPop is a boutique group within RX – one of the world’s leading event organizers. Launched in 2006, the group has become the number one producer of pop culture events globally and a full-service digital content provider and media company.

    Delivering once-in-a-lifetime fan experiences curated specifically for localized audiences, ReedPop currently features events in North America and Europe, including New York Comic Con (NYCC), Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), PAX West, East, and Unplugged, Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC), Star Wars Celebration, MCM Comic Con, Eurogamer Expo (EGX), MagicCon, Florida Supercon, BookCon and more.

    In addition to organizing and managing events, ReedPop owns and operates the pop culture news site, Popverse, which is the exclusive home for livestreams from all of ReedPop’s major comic cons. The staff at ReedPop are a fan-based group of professionals uniquely qualified to build and serve the communities with whom they share a common passion.  To learn more about reedpop click here.

    We also had a great pleasure of meeting many vendors, selling many products at NYCC 2025, below is some of the vendors we had the pleasure of meeting and showcasing in our World Liberty TV.

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    Apolo Anton Ohno short track speed skating competitor, 8 Time Olympic Medalist-2025

    Apolo Anton Ohno short track speed skating competitor, 8 Time Olympic Medalist-2025

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    A three – time Olympian in short track speedskating, Apolo Ohno is the most decorated U.S. Olympic winter athlete of all time with eight medals, including two golds.

    Apolo Anton Ohno is a renowned American short track speed skater and the most decorated American athlete in Winter Olympic history, with eight Olympic medals, including two gold.

    His achievements include multiple World Championship titles and World Cup titles, making him the first American to win the overall World Cup title.

    After retiring in 2013, Ohno became a motivational speaker, author, TV personality, and entrepreneur.

    He was the youngest skater admitted to the U.S. Olympic Training Center residency program in Lake Placid.

    Salt Lake City 2002: Won gold in the 1,500m and silver in the 1,000m, achieving superstar status in the U.S.

    Turin 2006: Won gold in the 500m, bronze in the 1,000m, and bronze in the 5,000m relay.

    Vancouver 2010: Earned a silver medal in the 1,500m and two bronze medals in the 1,000m and 5,000m relay.

    Won the popular reality show Dancing with the Stars in 2007 and later hosted Minute to Win It.

    He is a philanthropist and has ventured into nutritional supplements and other businesses.

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    Interview with Dwight “Superman” Howard NBA Champion -2025

    Interview with Dwight “Superman” Howard NBA Champion -2025

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    Dwight “Superman” Howard is an NBA Champion, having won his only NBA title with the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2019-2020 season.

    After being a dominant force for the Orlando Magic, leading them to the NBA Finals in 2009, his championship came late in his career with the Lakers.

    Nicknamed “Superman” for his athletic prowess, he is an NBA champion, eight-time All-Star, eight-time All-NBA Team honoree, five-time All-Defensive Team member, and three-time Defensive Player of the Year.

    After the 2021–22 NBA season, Howard moved overseas and signed with the Taoyuan Leopards of the T1 League. In his lone season with the team, he was named a T1 All-Star.

    He was elected twice to the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame as an individual player and member of the Redeem Team.

    Standing 6 feet 10 inches (2.08 m) and weighing 265 pounds (120 kg), Howard played the center position. He led the NBA in rebounding from 2007 to 2010, and again from 2012 to 2013. Howard’s rebounding was in part facilitated by his extraordinary athleticism; his running vertical leap was tested at 39.5 inches (100 cm) in 2011, rare for a player of his size.

    He demonstrated this skill in the 2007 Slam Dunk Contest, where he completed an alley oop dunk from teammate Jameer Nelson while slapping a sticker onto the backboard at 12 ft 6 in (3.81 m) high.

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    Exclusive interview with Dominique Wilkins Hall of Famer NBA Player-2025

    Exclusive interview with Dominique Wilkins Hall of Famer NBA Player-2025

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    Dominique Wilkins is an NBA Hall of Famer, dubbed the “Human Highlight Film” for his electrifying dunks and all-around game. Drafted in 1982, he became the Atlanta Hawks’ all-time leading scorer and a nine-time NBA All-Star known for his scoring prowess, winning the 1986 NBA scoring title.

    His career also included 2006 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame induction, two NBA Slam Dunk Contest championships, and a Euro League championship in 1996.

    Born in Paris, France, while his father was stationed there in the U.S. Air Force, Wilkins later moved to Washington, North Carolina.

    He was a two-time state champion and MVP at Washington High School before attending the University of Georgia.

    As a junior in 1981, he was named SEC Player of the Year before declaring for the NBA Draft. NBA Career & Achievements: Atlanta Hawks:

    Drafted by the Utah Jazz but traded to the Hawks, he became their all-time franchise leader in points and games played.

    Scoring & All-Stars: Wilkins won the 1986 NBA scoring title and was named to the All-NBA First Team the same year. He was a nine-time NBA All-Star from 1986 to 1994.

    Dunk Champion: He won the NBA Slam Dunk Contest twice, in 1985 and 1990.

    Other Teams & International Play: He played for the Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Clippers, and San Antonio Spurs, and even played internationally in Greece and Italy.

    Euro League: He won the Euro League championship and was named Final Four MVP in 1996 with the Greek team Panathinaikos.

    Hall of Fame and Beyond, He was enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2006. His number 21 was retired by the Atlanta Hawks in 2001.

    Today, Wilkins serves as the Atlanta Hawks’ Vice President of Basketball and Special Advisor to the CEO and works as a broadcaster.

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    Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) 20th Anniversary-2025

    Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) 20th Anniversary-2025

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    Top Global and Industry Leaders Convened at the Clinton Global Initiative. As CGI marks its 20th anniversary, the 2025 Annual Meeting has been reimagined to drive action on urgent global challenges, around the theme of “What’s Next”.

    Featured participants announced today. include Noubar Afeyan, Founder and CEO, Flagship Pioneering; Co-Founder and Chairman, Moderna; Matt Damon, Co-Founder, Water.org and WaterEquity; Anthony Capuano, President and CEO, Marriott International; Cindy McCain, Executive Director, World Food Programme; Hamdi Ulukaya, CEO and Founder, Chobani; Abigail Disney, Filmmaker, Writer, Philanthropist, and Activist; Ryan Gellert, CEO, Patagonia; Audrey Tang, Cyber Ambassador, Taiwan; Wendy Abrams, Co-Founder and CEO, Eleven Eleven Foundation; Donna Karan, Founder, Urban Zen Foundation; Katherine Maher, President and CEO, NPR; Neil Buddy Shah, CEO, Clinton Health Access Initiative; and more.

    Today, the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) announced more leaders from across business, government, philanthropy, and civil society, convening at the CGI 2025 Annual Meeting September 24-25, uniting around this year’s theme of “What’s Next.”

    These leaders are poised to take action to confront new and worsening challenges on climate, health, the economy, humanitarian response, democracy and human rights, truth and information, education, and innovative finance.

    This year marks the 20th anniversary of CGI. Since 2005, more than 500 million people in more than 180 countries have had their lives improved by more than 4,000 Commitments to Action launched through CGI.

    Last month, in a letter marking CGI’s 20th anniversary, President Clinton issued a stark call to action to the CGI community, outlining changes to this year’s meeting.

    “Given the scope of the challenges we face, this year’s CGI meeting will be different – by necessity. We need to redefine how we show up, how we work, and how we find ways to honor our common humanity.”

    To tackle these challenges, the CGI 2025 Annual Meeting is bringing together leaders of major charitable foundations, nonprofits, businesses, governments, unions, and more to chart solutions. Featured participants announced today include:

    Global advocates and activists including Stacey Abrams, Founder, American Pride Rises Network; Wendy Abrams, Co-Founder & CEO, Eleven Eleven Foundation; Vedika Bhandarkar, President and Chief Operating Officer, Water.org; Deepak Bhargava, President, Freedom Together Foundation; Matt Damon, Co-Founder, Water.org & WaterEquity; Abigail Disney, Filmmaker, Writer, Philanthropist, and Activist; Lindsay Ell, Artist, Songwriter, and Philanthropist; Dr. David C. Fajgenbaum, Co-Founder, Every Cure; Donna Karan, Founder, Urban Zen Foundation; and Audrey Tang, Cyber Ambassador, Taiwan.

    Journalists and leaders across media including Errin Haines, Editor at Large, The 19th; Margaret Hoover, Host, Firing Line with Margaret Hoover, PBS; Andrew Jack, Global Education Editor, Financial Times; Raj Kumar, Founding President and Editor-in-Chief, Devex; Nishant Lalwani, CEO, International Fund for Public Interest Media; Katherine Maher, President and CEO, NPR; Alan Murray, Founding President, The Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute; Matthew Segal, Co-Founder, ATTN; Jessica Sibley, CEO, TIME; Vitus Spehar, Creator, Under The Desk News; and Michael Vito Valentino, Editor-in-Chief, NowThis;

    Business leaders including Noubar Afeyan, Founder and CEO, Flagship Pioneering; Co-Founder and Chairman, Moderna; Rima Al Mokarrab, Chair, Tamkeen; Anthony Capuano, President and CEO, Marriott International; Michael Dowling, CEO, Northwell Health; Ryan Gellert, CEO, Patagonia; Lutz Hegemann, President Global Health, Novartis International AG; Joe Kiani, Founder and Executive Chairman, Willow Labs; and Hamdi Ulukaya, CEO and Founder, Chobani.

    Philanthropic leaders including Armine Afeyan, CEO, Aurora Humanitarian Initiative; Tonya Allen, President, the McKnight Foundation; DeAngela Burns-Wallace, President and CEO, Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation; Marla Blow, CEO, Skoll Foundation; Somachi Chris-Asoluka, CEO, The Tony Elumelu Foundation; Kellea Miller, Executive Director, Human Rights Funders Network; Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder and CEO, Acumen; Carmen Rojas, President and CEO, Marguerite Casey Foundation; John-Arne Røttingen, CEO, Wellcome Trust; and Mark Suzman, CEO and Board Member, Gates Foundation.

    Civil society and NGO leaders including Manish Bapna, President and CEO, Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC); Kathy Higgins, CEO, the Alliance for a Healthier Generation; Lisha McCormick, CEO, Last Mile Health; Sania Nishtar, CEO, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance; Kelley Robinson, President, Human Rights Campaign; Peter Sands, Executive Director, The Global Fund; Neil Buddy Shah, CEO, Clinton Health Access Initiative; Janti Soeripto, President and CEO, Save the Children US.

    Government and multi-lateral leaders including U.S. Senator Chris Coons of Delaware; St. Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew; Tom Fletcher, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs; Michelle Lujan Grisham, Governor, New Mexico; and Cindy McCain, Executive Director, World Food Programme; and more.

    As part of President Clinton’s call to action last month, this year’s CGI Annual Meeting was  reimagined to promote collaboration through Working Groups – facilitated, action-focused sessions where leaders will collaborate with mission-aligned organizations to drive real solutions in the areas that matter most and are under the greatest threat.

    These Working Groups included cross-sector collaborations on Climate, Democracy and Human Rights, The Economy, Education, Health, Humanitarian Response, Innovative Finance, and Truth and Information.

    Sponsors for the CGI 2025 Annual Meeting include AFT, All Hands & Hearts, Amalgamated Bank, APCO, Aurora Humanitarian Initiative, Bob and Jane Harrison, Cure, Doha Forum, Equity Group Holdings Plc, Flagship Pioneering, Former Congressman David Trone, Gilead Sciences, Inc., Integra Capital, Interenergy Group, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Kokoro, MEBO International, Northwell Health, Pfizer, Pinterest, Sino-European Manufacturing Club, Strauss Media Strategies, Inc., Tarsadia Foundation, The EKTA Foundation, The John D. Evans Foundation, The Kiani Foundation, The Marc Haas Foundation, Ukraine Children’s Action Project, Varkey Foundation, and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Postcode Lottery Group is serving as a partner for the CGI 2025 Annual Meeting. Devex and Grist are media partners for the CGI 2025 Annual Meeting.

    To mark the Clinton Global Initiative’s 20th Anniversary, Social Goods — a purpose-driven small business — and the Clinton Foundation are partnering to unveil a new, limited-edition collection where every item sold supports Foundation programs that advance solutions on economic opportunity, climate, public health, gender equality, and more.

    About the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI): Founded by President Bill Clinton in 2005, the Clinton Global Initiative is a community of doers representing a broad cross section of society and dedicated to the idea that we can accomplish more together than we can apart.

    Through CGI’s unique model, more than 10,000 organizations have launched more than 4,200 Commitments to Action — new, specific, and measurable projects and programs – that are making a difference in the lives of more than 500 million people in 180 countries.

    Find information on all 106 Commitments to Action announced at CGI 2025 at clintonglobal.org by clicking here.

    It was our 16th Annual apprecance, covering the opening of CGI in 2005, we have been meeting and seeing the great people work in hand in hand helping people on top of people.

    President Clinton has done so much for humanity through his CGI, in the 20th years, touching close to 500 million people worldwide, just take a step back and think about what has been done here.

    I personally am a very big fan of CGI and a supporter, by contributing videos and blogs through our World Liberty TV, Humanitarian Channels and Blogs.

    We would go as far as to say, President Clinton, is the Gandhi of this Era, for the what he is doing with his CGI. Truly a great man, caring about people and helping them through his contacts, year in and out.

    See more about Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) 20th Anniversary Sept 24-25 –NYC 2025, in our World Liberty TV, Humanitarian Channels and blogs by clicking here.

     

    Jake Paul VS Tank Davis NYC Press Conference-2025

    Jake Paul VS Tank Davis NYC Press Conference-2025

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    The Problem Child, Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) and Gervonta “Tank” Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) will meet face-to-face to preview their highly-anticipated Most Valuable Promotions and Netflix event.

    The press conference will be held at 6:00pm ET today at Palladium Theater in New York City. Doors opened at 5pm. The event was hosted by Brian Custer.

    This bout was initially supposed to take place at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Georgia and boxing officials there came to their senses and passed on the fight, only for its neighboring southern state and their athletic commission to gleefully pick up the scraps and continue the ridiculous charade of a match between two fighters who have no business in the ring with each other.

    Paul is listed at 6-1 and 200 pounds, while Davis (30-0-1, 29KOs), a three-time world title holder across two weight divisions, fought his last match in March against Lamont Roach Jr. at the lightweight limit of 135 pounds on a 5-foot-5 frame.

    Most Valuable Promotions CEO Nakisa Bidarian said the fight will be contested at a maximum weight of 195 pounds, over 10, three-minute rounds with both fighters wearing 12-ounce gloves. Davis has fought primarily with eight-ounce gloves, while Paul fought Tyson with 14-ounce gloves, and his other fights were with 10-ounce gloves.

    Win or lose, the result won’t count towards their professional boxing records, and the fight will be judged by three people approved by the athletic commission in Florida.

    “I’m much quicker than him,” Davis countered. “He’s much stronger and much bigger, but we all know that it’s harder for taller fighters to fight a shorter one.

    He’s decent and he’s gonna hold up for a couple of rounds – but once it gets hot in there, you know how things play out.

    “He said he gonna out-box me? Whoop-de-doo,” Davis said, which drew a laugh from the Palladium crowd.

    See More about Jake Paul VS Tank Davis  Boxing Exhibition Match 11/14/25 NY Press Conference. In our World Liberty TV, Boxing and Combat Channels by clicking here.

    New York Fashion Week 2025 Shows and events (2)

    New York Fashion Week 2025 Shows and events (2)

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    See exclusive coverage of High level fashion shows, Fashion Gala’s exclusive parties and so much more. Below are some of the shows and events we covered during NYFW 2025, Sept 9-17th 2025.

     Digital Fashion Week NY Show & Events NYFW-2025: Digital Fashion Week is a lens through which we view the future of fashion. Digital Fashion Week is the leading global resource for fashion technology with talks, exhibitions, masterclasses, runway shows and activations.

    We influence the future of fashion by showcasing innovation in the fashion industry from design concept to consumer.

    We believe that knowledge is power and it is better when it is shared. We believe that fashion can create positive change in the world and be a leader in new practices.

    We see that individual artists and global brands can be innovators and influencers and we support initiatives that help them to retool the fashion industry and make the world a better place.

    The Following designers participated in the Digital Fashion Show 2025, RUNWAY SHOW Neuono, the world’s first AI led fashion label. Hyper-personalized designs delivered in 4 weeks worldwide. Right Direction, Loreine and Stephen Vineburg. To learn more about Digital Fashion Week NY, click here for more information.

    Runway 7 NYFW Sept 2025 Shows:  Runway 7 Fashion presented shows for the Spring/Summer 2025 season during New York Fashion Week (NYFW) September 2025 from September 10–14, 2025, at Sony Hall.

    The event featured a variety of designers, including international styles, womenswear, streetwear, and a kids and teens show on September 13. Runway 7 Fashion supports raising $1 million for multiple sclerosis research.

    Runway 7 is a Fashion Week production company representing the best in cultural diversity by integrating international designers, media, celebrities and commerce every season.

    Its expansive lifestyle marketplace includes designers and guests ranging from fashion and art to design and music, striving for excellence in presenting every season’s must-see shows, performances and installations.

    To learn more about Runway 7 Shows and events click here for more information.

    POP COUTURE RUNWAY NYFW 2025 Show:  during New York Fashion Week for a rooftop penthouse runway show starting at 5:00 PM followed by cocktail reception and pop up shop at 6:00 PM. This is more than just an event; it’s your backstage pass to the cutting edge of pop culture and couture.

    Be part of the fashion revolution. Experience POP Couture—where creativity and culture collide. A lot of LGBTQ+ Designers and attendees in the audience supporting POP COUTURE RUNWAY NYFW 2025. See More about POP COUTURE RUNWAY NYFW by clicking here. For more information,

    Launch of Fashion Forward Week Events During NYFW 2025:  Creator of Fashion Forward Week: Reimagining Fashion Week in NYC focusing on storytelling, inclusivity, innovation. Host: “It Can Be You with Jordana”, Author, Founder of Fash Forward and Co-Founder at FASHINNOVATION.

    Founded by Industry Veteran Jordana Guimaraes and Christopher Hunt, Fashion Forward Week stands at the exhilarating intersection of storytelling, innovation, and inclusivity in the world of style.

    This event will draw the world’s leading designers, visionary creators, industry influencers, and passionate enthusiasts to celebrate the ever-evolving language of fashion.

    More than just a showcase, Fashion Forward Week is a living, breathing platform for dialogue, inspiration, and transformation within the global fashion community.

    To learn more about Fashion Forward Week, Click here for more information.

    See more fashion reviews, Runway Shows, gifting suites and much more in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channels, Blogs and Who is Who? Fashion World in our Photo-Galleries. By clicking here.

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