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Grammy Winner Alicia Keys Introduces new Interactive storytelling APP “MOOKEY” at the 111th , American International Toy Fair 2014

Grammy Winner Alicia Keys Introduces new Interactive storytelling APP “MOOKEY” at the 111th , American International Toy Fair 2014

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Grammy Award-winning artist Alicia Keys  attended  the 111th American International Toy Fair on Sunday, February 16th, 2014 to cut the ceremonial ribbon and take part in a press conference following the opening ceremony.  The press conference  included a question and answer session and introduce the new interactive storytelling app “Mookey,” the latest extension of her magical children’s property The Journals of Mama Mae & LeeLee.

 Singer/songwriter/producer, entrepreneur, humanitarian and app co-creator Alicia Keys, along with Jessica Walton, have teamed up with Bento Box Interactive to develop a series of storytelling app experiences for tablet and mobile devices under the The Journals of Mama Mae & Lee Lee franchise. The apps engage children 4+ on an interactive journey through stories, journaling, games and beautiful, original music scored by Keys instilling important values for the target audience

 Mama Mae, voiced by Della Reese, is a grandmother who guides her granddaughter LeeLee through each vibrantly illustrated story.  Through the strength of her personality, Mama Mae and her stories inspire and enlighten children of all ages.  The important and special bond between grandparents and their little loved ones is emphasized in this family oriented app.

 “Mookey” is the newest installment in the Mama Mae series, and this particular story touches on self-acceptance and bullying in a meaningful way.  In the story, children will be introduced to Bali, an imaginative boy, his not-so-imaginary-friend, Mookey and his pushy cousin, Ankita. As they follow along, children will learn about courage, acceptance, and forgiveness in the face of bullying.  The app has the ability to facilitate conversation on the issue among families, children, as well as teachers. Thought-provoking and empowering, the Mookey” app is a tool that uses creative play to help youth positively express themselves through a range of interactive activities.

 Set in the jungles of India, “Mookey” features an alluring soundscape, magical sets, and a story that appeals to both girls and boys. The “Mookey” digital app will excite, entertain and educate youth of all ages! “Mookey” also features a new song written especially for the story by Keys and performed by Arealyah Paul, titled “I Wanna Dream.”

111th American International Toy Fair at NY Javit Center- 2014

111th American International Toy Fair at NY Javit Center- 2014

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New York City was transformed into a magical playground this morning when hundreds of thousands of innovative playthings were unveiled at the opening of the 111th American International Toy Fair – the largest toy marketplace ever held in the Western Hemisphere – which took place  on February 16-19, 2014.

More than 30,000 play professionals from 100 countries were  expected at Toy Fair 2014 to explore a record-breaking 412,000 net square feet of exhibit space at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Upwards of 1,150 toy companies – 285 of which are exhibiting for the very first time – are slated to unveil the year’s hottest trends in toys, games and youth entertainment products in front of an estimated 14,000 global buyers.

“New York Toy Fair is the only show in the world that provides the international toy industry with direct access to the tremendous creativity and talent of North American toymakers,” said Carter Keithley, President of the Toy Industry Association (TIA), the trade group that owns and operates the show. “The diverse Toy Fair marketplace offers something for everyone – including niche buyers, mass retailers, licensing executives, and many more – all of who consider the show to be a ‘must-attend’ stop on the global buying circuit.”

Toy Fair opened at 10 a.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring GRAMMY-winning artist Alicia Keys, co-creator of the interactive children’s app, The Journals of Mama Mae & LeeLee. Immediately following the show opener, trade guests surged the exhibit hall and kicked off four, jam-packed days of trend-spotting, networking and order-writing. Playthings ordered at Toy Fair will be appearing in toy stores through the holiday shopping season.

Providing media and trade guests with the inside scoop on which toys will top wish lists this year, TIA experts revealed  the biggest trends of 2014 at the annual “Toy Trends Tea” on Monday, February 17. “Larger than life” toys … high-tech RC vehicles …“frightfully fun” playthings … and games that teach important “STEAM” concepts are just a few examples of the trending playthings that will be covered at the talk.

World-class educational seminars  were held throughout the show included licensing-focused seminars; global trade and market expansion research presentations; workshops for inventors and designers; and toy safety and compliance forums for manufacturers and retailers. New for Toy Fair 2014 was  a free e-tool that extends the marketplace beyond its four-day run, ShopToyFair365, enabling buyers and sellers to connect and conduct business online before, during and after the show.

World Liberty TV, Toy and Gaming team was on hand to cover the show as well as interview some of the vendors debuting their new Toys, see what they had to say.

Dolby’s “At the Labs” Event at The Dolby NY Labs -2014

Dolby’s “At the Labs” Event at The Dolby NY Labs -2014

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Since the 1960s, Dolby Laboratories has been a leader in audio innovation. Beginning with Dolby® noise reduction, a form of audio compression and expansion that reduces background hiss in tape recording, Dolby Laboratories has developed many groundbreaking technologies, advancing the science of audio reproduction.

Early on, Dolby decided that the company would manufacture professional audio products only, and license technologies that were appropriate for consumer applications. Since then, many Dolby innovations have set the bar for entertainment technology in both the professional and consumer markets.

From the cinema to your living room, Dolby has transformed the entertainment experience. Today, Dolby technologies can be found in cinemas, professional recording studios, video games, laser discs, DVDs, mobile media, digital broadcast TV, digital cable, and satellite systems.

World Liberty TV, Team was on Hand at the NYC Dolby at the Labs, see these new products  debuting very shortly .

Breakfast with Queens Borough President Melinda Katz and her Cabinet Sponsored by Queens Chamber of Commerce (2014)

Breakfast with Queens Borough President Melinda Katz and her Cabinet Sponsored by Queens Chamber of Commerce (2014)

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Queens chamber of Commerce, sponsored a breakfast with The New Borough President of Queens Melinda Katz and also the introduction  of her cabinet staff.

Close to 400 people were in attendance to hear the new Borough president  of Queens Melinda Katz, and her newly appointed cabinet members.

 See what vision Queens Borough President Melinda Katz , and her cabinet members have for Queens in our World Liberty TV, Political Channel .

CES International 2014 Product Reviews 3

CES International 2014 Product Reviews 3

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Cord Cruncher Tangle Free Earbuds

No more knots or tangles

Compact, stores easily

Extends & retracts

Incredible sound quality

Dry Case, get your Tech Wet

What sets DryCASE apart from all the other waterproof cases out there? It’s definitely the vacuum seal technology. With DryCASE, after you seal your smartphone in the pouch, you attach a small hand pump to a valve on the pouch, and with 2 or three squeezes, all the air has been sucked out of the DryCASE,

•             Waterproof Vacuum Seal

•             Crystal Clear for taking Photos

•             Stereo Headphone & Mic Jack

•             Neoprene Armband Included

•             Works with any Phone or MP3

•             Tested to 100 Feet for 1 Hour

Equil Jot Smartpen

Big ideas happen on paper – don’t lose them. Equil Jot captures your thoughts at your pace, transferring notes in real-time from any kind of paper – cocktail napkin to notebook – straight to your iPod, iPhone, iPad, or computer. With two complementary apps – Equil Notes for writing and Equil Sketch for creative, Equil brings your work seamlessly via Cloud service, making it accessible and editable anywhere, any time.

Executive Portfolio Leather Case Cover with Stylus for Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1, Black

Keep your Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 stylishly stowed and well-protected in the rooCASE Executive Portfolio Leather Case for Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 while you’re on-the-go. This luxurious leather case features a pebble-grain texture.

Dimension: 11.4″ x 8″ x 1.2″

Weight: 1.2 pounds

Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1 GT-P5210ZWYXAR / GT-P5210GNYXAR (NOT Compatible with GALAXY Tab 2 10.1

Intuos Creative Pen and Touch Tablet

The innovative Intuos Pro pen tablet is designed for your professional creativity maximizing control, efficiency and flexibility without compromise. The innovative Intuos Pro Special Edition pen tablet is designed for your creativity giving you more control and the power to produce professional results.

Koboarc 10HD

Kobo Arc 10HD offers the highest resolution screen on the market. Coupled with an ultra-fast quad-core 1.8 GHz processor, you can immerse yourself in reading and multimedia. Read, watch, play and share on the top-of-the-line 10″ stunning HD screen and dual stereo speakers. Books, magazines, comics, movies and games come to life to dazzle your senses and deliver an uncompromised multimedia experience tailor made for Readers.

Lenovo Yoga 10.1″ Android 4.2, Quad Core, 16GB Storage, 1GB RAM Tablet

    A tablet unlike any other

Cylinder. Changes weight distribution, for enhanced usage in every mode: Steady in Stand Mode; Comfort in Hold Mode; Balance in Tilt Mode.

Battery. Unprecedented Battery Life. With 2x the battery life of most other tablets, Yoga Tablet delivers up to 18 hours of energy to do more, view more, and play more. From early int he morning, until long past midnight – this battery keeps going.

Kickstand. A built-in kickstand opens to let the tablet stand on its own.

Speakers. Front Facing Dolby Digital Plus Speakers for improved clarity and sound performance.

Better Grip. Better Fit. The shape and placement of the battery cylinder makes this lightweight tablet easier to grip and better for one-hand use. Its ergonomic design shifts the center of gravity to make it more comfortable for your wrist.

Hands-Free Experience Like No Other. No other device stands up to Yoga Tablet. Engineered with a kickstand and a battery cylinder that balances weight at the base, this device stands on its own.

Tilt It. This angle changes evertyhing. Yoga Tablet’s battery cylinder and kickstand provide a more natural angle for touching and typing. Now, no matter where you are sitting, everything on the screen looks, feels, and responds better than ever.

Lifetrak C300 Move Wearable Physiologic Monitor

Lifetrak C300 Actvity Monitor gives you all day feedback on your calorie burn, distance traveled and steps taken and is connecetd to iOS apps for health and wellness tracking. Lifetrak is water tight to 90ft and requires NO charging. The easy to use interface allows you to see your hourly, daily and weekly activity graphically displayed. Lifetrak uses proprietary technology to make the information more accurate and easier to understand. The distance is determined in real time based on the cadence of each step. The calorie integrates heart rate into the overall calculation. The enhanced step filtering eliminates false steps like driving in a car. Lifetrak uses Bluetooth 4.0 to connect to smart devices. All this in a beautiful case with the time & date.

Martian Passport, the world’s first voice command watch

  From the company that invented the world’s first voice command watch comes Passport. With impressive executive styling, the Passport speaks for itself with a polished case that tops a Bluetooth smart watch styled for individuals who want a stately analog timepiece. Passport is a game-changing hand-free solution for smart phone users.

Me Foto, Mini Tripod Kit

When small just wasn’t small enough we decided to make the DayTrip Mini Tripod Kits. Essentially an even more compact version of our BackPacker, the DayTrip is our most compact tripod.

Choose from Gold, Blue, Green, Red, Titanium, Purple, Orange, or Black.

Supports up to 8.8 lbs

Extendable up to 24″

Super light weighing less than 2 lb

Backed by MeFOTO’s 5-Year Warranty

Onkyo Wireless Bluetooth Headphones

It’s Light, comfortable, and it stays on. Its High tech earpads allow airflow, and it wicks away sweat. It has great sound and allows you to hear your surroundings. It also has a rugged one piece construction and a rechargeable battery for up to eight hours. It also conveniently comes with a microphone, volume, and skip-control for most major smartphones.

Party Animals Plays and Dances to the Beat of Your Favorite Music

Soft plush material – Built-in speaker – Dance ON/OFF button – Audio cord included – Takes 3 AA batteries – Robotic movement sensor – Velcro backing – Power ON/OFF switch

Pelican Progear IPad Air Case

Exclusive Pelican ProGear Vault cover with rubber edge seal blocks out rain, snow and dust

    Aircraft grade aluminum hinge holds the cover for multiple viewing angles

    Elastomeric Copolymer rubber interior absorbs impact forces

    Optical Dragontrail glass on rear camera for added protection while maintaining picture clarity

    Rated IP54 for water resistance and momentary immersion

    Meets Military Specifications Test Standards 810G to survive a 4 ft/1.2m drop

Sleep Phones headphones in a comfy Headband

 Made of Polartec recycled, non-piling fleece, SleepPhones are soft, comfortable and eco-friendly – perfect for use in bed. Drift off to sleep listening to your favorite music, audiobooks, radio or white noise. SleepPhones let you relax naturally without uncomfortable traditional headphones – and without disturbing your partner!

With SleepPhones, you can:    

• Fall asleep faster – drug free!

• Block out distracting noise without painful ear plugs

• Beat insomnia by relaxing to your favorite music, audiobooks or white noise

SleepPhones’ patented headband design gives you a soft, comfortable fit all night long. It’s even machine washable – just remove the speakers!

Nexus 7 StyleFolio by SPECK (2013) Model

Olio case fits Google Nexus 7 (2013).

All-around protection. A form-fitting outer shell is reinforced with a soft anti-scratch inner lining to save your Google Nexus 7 (2013) from accidental bumps, drops, and spills. You can breathe a sigh of relief now.

Multiple viewing angles. Reading? Writing? With four viewing angles, you’ll be sure to find the one that’s right for you.

High-quality vegan leather. With premium materials in a more seamless design than ever before, your tablet has never looked this good. And of course, all pattern prints are high-resolution.

Locking clasp. Secures Google Nexus 7 (2013) in chic contrast color accents in folded mode or shut for when you’re on-the-go

TYLT Energi 5k Battery Pack

Rechargeable 5200 mAh internal battery

Slim – line design measures only 9/16” in depth

USB port with embedded lightning and micro-USB cables for rapid charging on the go.

3Amp circuit charges three devices simultaneously

Unu Enterpak Tube Universal Battery Pack

With the Enerpak Tube portability and power collide. Able to recharge almost any smartphone up to 3x while still managing to remain light-weight and completely portable, the Enterpak Tube is the most dynamic battery yet. The 1A USB port allows for almost any USB device to be recharged at almost double the speed when compared to traditional USB batteries.

CES International 2014 Product Reviews 2

CES International 2014 Product Reviews 2

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Ableplanet Linx Audio Sound Clarity

The ideal performance for high end audio is the accurate reproduction of The Live Sound Experience. Current audio technologies struggle to replicate this experience, because fuller sounds can mask high tones making speech and music sound muddled.

Audio-Technica, Handheld Microphone with USB and XLR Outputs, ATR2100-USB

Plug and play operation – no special drivers needed

Dynamic handheld Microphone with two outputs:

Digital (USB) and analog (XLR)

Crystal – clear sound for home studio recording/podcasting and on-stage use.

Built – in headphone jack & headphone volume control

16 bit resolution, 44.1-48 KHz sampling rate

Windows and Mac compatible

Includes instructions for downloading free software

Deos In-Ear Headphones

Deos Earphones 3.5mm gold-plated plug compatible with comparable mobile/media devices.

Dropcam Pro Wi-Fi Video Monitoring

Stay connected to your places, people, and pets using Dropcam, the cloud-based Wi-Fi video monitoring service. Open the box and remove the camera. Plug it in and connect to your Wi-Fi network. Name your camera and create a free account. You’re ready to begin live streaming! Receive alerts for motion and sound on your smartphone or other device. Drop in live and talk directly with people and pets.

Finite Omega Elite Active Noise Cancelling Headphones

The high performance Finite Omega Elite headphones blend comfort, performance, and advanced noise cancelling technology to bring the best sound experience possible. With memory foam ear cups adding an extra sound insulating layer, you can enjoy quality music and phone calls without any distractions.

HyperJuice 1.5 External Battery

World’s only external battery pack for Apple MacBooks. New version 1.5 now updated with higher power output to better support Retina MacBooks and 2 x 12W USB ports to quick charge 2 x iPad (or any 2 USB devices) at the fastest speed. Encased in silver color aluminum to match the MacBook.

I-Home Rechargeable Stereo Speaker, with Rubberized Finish

 Wirelessly stream music and movies anywhere up to 30 feet

  Rechargeable Lithium –ion battery

   Line –out jack for connecting additional speakers

    SRS TruBass with ported Speaker chamber design for explosive sound

     Easy Touch to Connect with NFC

     Wirelessly stream music from all Bluetooth smartphones and Tablets.

Mionix Naos 7000

The NAOS 7000 is a truly ergonomic, right-handed gaming mouse. The unique shape is developed for a full palm grip with support for all five fingers. The ADNS-3310 gaming grade optical sensor delivers no positive or negative hardware acceleration, amazing accuracy, smooth tracking, and a maximum speed of more than 5.45m/sec (215 IPS) all the way up to 7000DPI.

Solid Bass High-impact Headphones with Depth and Detail

Solid Bass System with new Double Air Chamber reproduces richer and deeper bass

Acoustically sealed oval earpads help prevent sound leakage

Smooth, easily adjustable headband slider ensures a comfortable fit

Answer/end calls, control music & video playback & control volume on iPod, iPhone, & iPad

40mm drivers reproduce powerful sound

Foldable headphones are easy to store and carry

Yurbuds Inspire Earbuds – Ironman Series

Developed by athletes for athletes

Sweat-resistant & washable

Track & call control

Volume control

One touch pairing

Tangle resistant oval flat wire

Soft medical-grade silicone for comfortable fit

Patent-pending twist-lock technology, guaranteed to never fall out

CES International 2014 Product Reviews 1

CES International 2014 Product Reviews 1

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Ableplanet Linx Audio Clear Harmony
Patented Linx Audio Hear the Difference technology. Triple-Element architecture delivers “the Live Sound Experience.” Soft, adjustable over ear design for active lifestyles. Multi-function controller with microphone. Lightweight design. Sound isolation eartips block exterior sound and create a comfortable fit.

BeeWi Bluetooth Headphones with Hi-Fi Docking Station BBH300
Unique 3 in 1 concept
1. Wireless mode
– Connect to any Bluetooth device (supporting stereo music and hands-free communications)
– Advanced touch sensitive interface
2. Wired mode
– Use your headphones with any audio source!
– Unique folding design with comfortable cushions
– Audio adapter and cable with microphone and smart button
3. Hi-Fi docking station
– Listen to your mobile music on your Hi-Fi system!
– Charge your headphones and listen to your music simultaneously
– Seamless music switching between Hi-Fi and headphones

Brookstone Big Blue Party
Powerful. Wireless. Water-resistant. Introducing Big Blue Party, the latest—and loudest—addition to the Big Blue Audio Family.
MASSIVE SOUND IN EVERY CORNER
4 full-range speaker drivers deliver powerful 360° sound.
INDOOR-OUTDOOR, WATER-RESISTANT
Take it anywhere—poolside, decks or even the beach.
EASY BLUETOOTH PAIRING
Connects wirelessly to Bluetooth devices up to 33′ away.
NO WIRES, NO CORDS
Rechargeable battery lasts more than 4.5 hours per charge.
SUPER PORTABLE
Easy-grip carry handle, measures 6.3″w x 6.3″d x 15.8″h.

Burg Smart Watch 2014, Burg 16
This smart watch features a fashionable design with many built-in features. With a large digital touch screen, this timepiece can function as a phone, voice recorder, image viewer, stopwatch, FM radio and alarm clock. Available in many colors and multiple languages, this smart watch will closely facilitate and improve your life.
Making and receiving phone calls.
Internet connection, through WAP 1.2.1 MP3 or MP4 player.
Voice recorder.
Image viewer.
File manager.
Stopwatch and FM radio.
Alarm clock.
Bluetooth capability.
SMS and MMS capability.
Phone book up to 500 numbers.
Call history.
Capacitive screen.
Touch screen.
MicroSD card slot that supports up to 16GB.
Vibrating function.
Multiple languages available.
Available in many colors.
Brand Name:
Tokyo
Colour: Black, Orange, Yellow, Blue, Pink, White

Hisense Sero 7 Pro, Tablet
The Hisense Sero 7 Pro is a $149 tablet with an NVIDIA Tegra quad-core processor, a 7 inch, and Android 4.2 Jelly Bean software.
Here are the full specs:
7 inch, 1280 x 800 IPS display
1.3 GHz NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor
Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
1GB of RAM
8GB of storage
MicroSD card slot, mini HDMI output, 3.5mm headset jack
802.11a/b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, GPS, NFC
Stereo speakers
5.0MP rear camera with flash and auto-focus
2MP front-facing camera
4000mAh battery
7.9″ x 5″ x 0.43″
The $149 price tag seems pretty reasonable considering this tablet has the specs of a $199 Google Nexus 7 with half the storage, but with removable storage, HDMI output, and a few other bonus features.

iHome Bluetooth Wireless Headphones
Bluetooth streaming technology and integrated mic enable you to hear music, movies, and take phone calls wirelessly with your Bluetooth enabled phone, MP3 player, tablet or laptop up to 30 feet away. Containing convenient on-ear controls to wirelessly adjust volume level, change track selection, play/pause music, and answer/end phone calls.
Me Foto, Tripod Kit Converts to Monopod Without Tools
The MeFOTO BackPacker Travel Tripod Kits provide an exceptional combination of materials, construction and features – plus a splash of color!
Great for point & shoot, mirrorless and micro 4/3 cameras. Only 12.6″ when folded yet 51.2″ extended, it weighs 2.6 lbs and can support up to 8.8 lbs.
Choose from Gold, Blue, Green, Red, Titanium, Purple, Orange, or Black
These days, cameras are getting
lighter and smaller, your tripod
should be no different.

Mio Alpha Heart Rate Monitor Watch – Black
The Mio Alpha Heart Rate Monitor is totally unobtrusive, delivering maximum performance in ultimate comfort. This is a super accurate heart rate monitor that does not use a chest strap. It has a stretchable silicone wrist band ensures a snug, comfortable fit. The MIO Alpha uses Bluetooth Smart (4.0) technology to connect to compatible devices; It works with many smart phone apps to take your workout to the next level.

Noisehush Freedom BT700 Bluetooth Headphones
Featuring cutting edge 2.4G Bluetooth technology, impressive comfort and intuitive controls, the freedom BT700 provides superior sound quality in wireless communication and music listening. Its proprietary design with full-spectrum circuitry is optimized for superior sound and performance, resulting in powerful sound and strong bass.
Supertooth Freedom Wireless Bluetooth Headset
Superior sound quality
Integrated microphone
Streams the music off your phone or tablet via Bluetooth
Talk time: 15h
Music-Play time: 15h
Stand-by time: 100h
3.5mm stereo jack cable for non-Bluetooth devices
Compatible with all Bluetooth A2DP devices, including iPhone, iPad, Android phones, smartphones and tablets.

Romeo and Juliet movie Premiere NY 2014

Romeo and Juliet movie Premiere NY 2014

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The premiere of BroadwayHD’s production of Romeo and Juliet starring Orlando Bloom (The Hobbit, Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean) as Romeo and Condola Rashad (Smash, Sex and the City 2) as Juliet was held in NYC on Tuesday night. The standing room only crowd was mesmerized by this beautiful screen version of the Broadway play. The country’s leading alternative content provider, Screenvision,  and newly formed company BroadwayHD are screening the production for an exclusive run in movie theatres from February 13-19.

 The stunningly modern stage production received acclaimed-reviews, including this from the New York Times: “Mr Bloom in a first-rate Broadway debut and the gifted Rashad exude a too fine for this world purity that makes their characters’ love feel sacred.” In addition to Bloom and Rashad, the cast includes Christian Camargo (The Hurt Locker, Dexter), Justin Guarini (American Idol, American Idiot), Tony Award winners Brent Carver (Kiss of the Spider Woman, Sleepy Hollow), Chuck Cooper (Law & Order, American Gangster), and two-time nominee Jayne Houdyshell (Follies). Romeo and Juliet was captured for cinema on November 27 at New York’s Richard Rodgers Theatre by the multiple, Emmy award-winning Don Roy King (Saturday Night Live).

 BroadwayHD, a new company created by the show’s Tony-award winning producers Stewart F. Lane and Bonnie Comley, Romeo and Juliet will have broad distribution throughout the United States and Canada with multiple exhibitions. With a combined seven Tony Awards, Olivier Awards, and Drama Desk Awards,Lane and Comley are once again venturing to bring the power of the theater to the cinema. Lane and Comley have also produced stage to screen productions of Company (Raoul Esparza), Cyrano (with Kevin Kline), Sondheim! The Birthday Concert, Company (with Neil Patrick Harris). Additional stage to screen productions the couple have been involved with include The Will Rogers Follies (1991), Grease (2006), and Legally Blonde (2007).

 “Broadway is an art that we believe everyone should experience, and now with BroadwayHD we are committed to making that possible” said Lane, producer, co-founder of BroadwayHD. “Romeo and Juliet will be the first show of many available for movie theatres and other ancillary formats.”

“Screenvision shares our belief that Broadway shows, especially limited runs like Romeo and Juliet with Orlando Bloom, should be accessible to all theater lovers. Through Screenvision’s  vast network of exhibitor partners more people nationwide will have the opportunity to enjoy this classic love story time for Valentine’s Day,” said Comley, producer, co-founder of BroadwayHD.

 World Liberty TV, Entertainment Team was on Hand to Interview Mr Broadway Mr Stewart Lane ,the Producer of the Romeo and  Juliet movie Premiere, see what he had to say.

NY NOW , (formerly NYIGF®) at NY Javit Center and Pier 94 ( Feb 2014)

NY NOW , (formerly NYIGF®) at NY Javit Center and Pier 94 ( Feb 2014)

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Quality was the key measure of success for companies participating in the winter debut of NY NOW™, the Market for Home + Lifestyle (formerly NYIGF®), February 1-6, 2014. Many exhibitors among the market’s total 2,500 reported strong order writing, most notably from new accounts and large retailers, despite two winter storms and the overlap of the 2014 Super Bowl.

“NY NOW had several very strong days of attendance – particularly on Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday – and buyers who made it to New York City and to the Market were here to shop,” said Christian Falkenberg, NY NOW director and GLM senior vice president. “Exhibitors reported seeing their key accounts and making new connections with both domestic and international buyers.”

NY NOW attendees represented all 50 states and 74 countries, with Canada, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, Columbia, Australia, and the United Kingdom representing the top sources of international visitors. “A lot of international buyers stopped by, and we expanded many connections, not just with the USA, but with the world,” noted first time HANDMADE Designer Maker exhibitor Dominik Kowalik of Dominik Woods. “We are from the west coast and wanted to connect more with the east coast. It’s been really positive.”

Many exhibitors experienced specific days of strong order-writing from quality accounts, which resulted in overall success for the week. “This show has been absolutely fantastic for us,” said HOME Collection exhibitor Kathryn McCoy of Kathryn McCoy Design. “We worked with over 80 stores on Sunday, and Tuesday was non-stop.  This show is tremendous for our business.”

NY NOW LIFESTYLE exhibitor Rachel Clapp of Harry Barker, agreed, “We’ve had a lot of traffic despite the weather. We’ve seen our current customer base as well as new customers and also few international buyers.  It has been a good mix.”

A five-day schedule of educational and social programming supplemented market activities, with more than 40 educational sessions, industry social events, product awards and feature displays. The seminar series, sponsored by industry publications and associations, covered topics such as design and color trends, social media and online marketing, merchandising and retail strategies, and importing. Industry events included the Gift For Life 22nd Anniversary “Party for Life” Fundraiser, the 2014 Housewares Design Awards Gala & Ceremony, and a NY NOW “Night On Broadway,” featuring MOTOWN THE MUSICAL.

Market activities also included recognition of innovative product design through category-specific award programs, including the Baby + Child, Gourmet Housewares, Home Textiles and Personal Care + Wellness Best New Product Awards.  During the Market “People’s Choice” online balloting determined The Savora Colander by Lifetime Brands as Best of HOME, and the Spherovelo By Vici Enterprises as Best of LIFESTYLE. 

 

World Liberty TV, Team was on hand to cover new products on the market, as well as conduct vendor interviews, see the new products and what the vendors had to say about them.

Also our team was on hand to cover the Housewares Design Awards, see who were the winners of these awards.


Toshiba Super Bowl Gifting suite event in NYC -2014

Toshiba Super Bowl Gifting suite event in NYC -2014

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tay-bandz is a  501 (C)  3 non-profit  organization  dedicated to raising awareness and funding research for pediatric cancer. tay-bandz was founded by Taylor  Matthews who, at age 11, was diagnosed with cancer. Taylor always believed that individuals could make a difference through private efforts. Her dearest hope was that  “someday no child would ever have to face cancer.”

 tay-bandz is  a “kids helping kids” organization driven by community based efforts.

 The Federal government provides minimal funding for children’s cancer. Children are not politically powerful, don’t pay taxes and don’t march on the lawn of the White House.

 If a difference is to be made in the lives of these children, it will be made by those who dedicate themselves to speaking for them. Without public outcry, these children don’t stand a chance. Taylor knew this first hand and was determined to change it.

 World Liberty TV, had the pleasure of interviewing Mrs  Sue Matthews ,Founder and Executive Director of tay-bandz  and the great work they do for society, at the Toshiba Super Bowl Gifting suite event in NYC -2014

Inauguration of Melissa Mark-Viverito, NYC Council Speaker at Hostos Community College -2014

Inauguration of Melissa Mark-Viverito, NYC Council Speaker at Hostos Community College -2014

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Melissa Mark-Viverito was elected earlier this month as the first Latina City Council speaker, and on Wednesday, she threw an inauguration ceremony in the Bronx to mark the occasion.

She said she would work to increase affordable housing and push for the mayor’s proposal to tax more affluent New Yorkers to pay for universal pre-k.

“I believe that the Council and our city government as a whole can do more to improve the lives of New Yorkers, everyday New Yorkers, who are increasingly feeling the great inequality crisis,” Mark-Viverito said.

Mayor Bill de Blasio himself also spoke, praising his new partner in government.

Serenaded by Puerto Rican bomba drums and “si se puede!” chants, the inauguration was also as much about the ascension of Latino lawmakers in the city as it was the rise of the progressive movement. Hispanic Congress members José Serrano and Nydia Velázquez hailed Ms. Mark-Viverito’s rise, as did ex-Bronx Borough President Freddy Ferrer, who in 2005 was the first Latino nominee for mayor by a major party. He also pointed to some of the negative press coverage the speaker received during the campaign.

“If you shot down from another planet and read the newspapers or saw the television, you would think, ‘Oh my goodness, somebody named Che is gonna be speaker. They’re gonna put hexes on all of us. They’re gonna conspire to turn this place into something that we shouldn’t be,’” Mr. Ferrer said, referring to a bizarre “hex” story in the tabloids about Ms. Mark-Viverito. “Well, what did they do? This speaker and this mayor conspired to lift the lives of families and their children by giving a little more to the people working hard and bringing home less.”

Appearing on schedule at the end of the program, Mr. de Blasio spoke and underscored many of the liberal themes that dominated the night, including easing the city’s the income inequality.“In our household, there’s a fight, there’s a big fight over who’s the biggest fan of Melissa Mark-Viverito,” said Mr. de Blasio, standing next to his wife, Chirlane McCray. “I hope I win but sometimes the first lady wins.”

“Today we celebrate the election of the most progressive speaker in the City Council in the history of New York City,” he later declared.

World Liberty TV, Political team was on hand to cover this Historical Inauguration of The First Latino  ever to be elected  as the Speaker of New York City Council. And her name is, Melissa Mark –Viverito.

NRF 103rd Annual Convention and Expo at NY Javit Center 2014

NRF 103rd Annual Convention and Expo at NY Javit Center 2014

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NRF’s Annual Convention & EXPO earned the nickname “Retail’s BIG Show” years ago and because the name was so appropriate, it stuck. Today, Retail’s BIG Show is NRF’s flagship industry event held annually in New York City. The four day event offers unparalleled education, collegial networking, and an enormous EXPO Hall full of technologies and solutions.

After more than a century, Retail’s BIG Show is still the place – the only place – where you can see and experience all things Retail. It is truly one-stop-shopping for industry professionals from the around the world.

The BIG Show presents visionary leaders with game-changing ideas to help elevate your perspective of the industry and your business – then put this knowledge into motion. At the BIG Show, the entire horizon of possibilities available to get you to the next level come into focus as you explore innovative ideas and insights from your peers, partners and competitors.

The NRF team works tirelessly to secure industry leaders as Convention speakers – the more innovative, revolutionary and intriguing the better. The sessions are organized into content tracks and focus on everything from mobile retailing and sustainability to research and global trending. Industry super stars take the stage in Keynotes, while Breakout Sessions concentrate on a single topic.

From the kick-off opening night reception and EXPO Hall happy hours to more intimate working breakfasts and lunches, the Convention offers numerous networking opportunities for attendees. Full Conference attendees are invited to the Annual Retail Industry Luncheon to honor retailers for their innovation and industry achievements.

 World Liberty TV, was on hand to cover this great event, see the movers and shakers from around the World in the retail industry ,as well as the NRF Gold medal winners this year.

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