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Carlos Mencia Bringing Comedy to Rivers Casino Philadelphia

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Comedian Carlos Mencia has been selling out shows across the country, and he’s bringing his stand-up to Philadelphia.

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  • Comedian Carlos Mencia has been selling out shows across the country, and he’s bringing his stand-up to Philadelphia.
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    Comedian Carlos Mencia and his “No Hate No Fear” tour are coming to Rivers Casino on Saturday, April 20, at 8 p.m. (Photo: Business Wire)
    Mencia’s “No Hate No Fear” tour is coming to Rivers Casino on Saturday, April 20, at 8 p.m. From social commentary to personal anecdotes, get ready to laugh at Mencia’s smart, edgy and long-awaited stand-up comedy.
  • Mencia is best known for his raw and unfiltered style of comedy, which he has showcased to great success on comedy stages and in television shows and movies.
  • As a comedian who finds the hilarious irony in both day-to-day and newsworthy events, Mencia is never lacking in material.

Hollywood Gathers to Support GEANCO Foundation Gala

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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The GEANCO Foundation will hold its annual Hollywood Gala on Friday, September 29 at The 1 Hotel to raise funds for programs focused on vulnerable women and children in Nigeria.

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  • The GEANCO Foundation will hold its annual Hollywood Gala on Friday, September 29 at The 1 Hotel to raise funds for programs focused on vulnerable women and children in Nigeria.
  • “Those in our GEANCO Foundation Family who support us through our annual gala and other efforts are absolutely critical to the success of our work,” said GEANCO’s co-founder and CEO, Afam Onyema.
  • The Gala is supported by leading figures in the entertainment industry, such as Benedict Cumberbatch (Honorary Chair), Chiwetel Ejiofor (Gala Chair), David Oyelowo (Gala Chair and 2023 Gates Foundation Goalkeepers Event Host), Folake Olowofoyeku (Gala Chair), and previous Gala Honorees and Oscar winners Charlize Theron and Forest Whitaker.
  • “Ending world poverty is a critical objective worldwide," asserted Gala Chair David Oyelowo (Selma, Apple TV+’s Silo).

UN Foundation Honors Global Changemakers at 'We the Peoples' Awards Ceremony

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Friday, November 4, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United Nations Foundation announced today the recipients of its annual Global Leadership Awards, which recognize extraordinary individuals and organizations whose work embodies the values and purposes of the UN: to create a safer, healthier, and fairer world for everyone, everywhere.

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  • "As we gather this year amid a series of complex global crises, I'm reminded of an unassailable truth: our progress is a choice," said Elizabeth Cousens, President and CEO of the UN Foundation.
  • "The leaders, changemakers, and organizations we are recognizing tonight are choosing progress every day, and reminding us that there is power in cooperation.
  • In addition to the exceptional individuals recognized with the Global Champion for Change and SDG Vanguard Awards, each year the UN Foundation also honors the compassion, courage, and determination of UN frontline workers with the UN Heroes Award.
  • Founded in 1998 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Ted Turner, the UN Foundation works with philanthropic, corporate, government, and individual and civil society partners around the world.

HOLLYWOOD LUMINARIES TO GATHER FOR GEANCO FOUNDATION GALA

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The GEANCO Foundation will hold its annual Hollywood Gala on Friday, September 30 at The 1 Hotel to raise funds for programs focused on vulnerable women and children in Nigeria.  

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The GEANCO Foundation will hold its annual Hollywood Gala on Friday, September 30 at The 1 Hotel to raise funds for programs focused on vulnerable women and children in Nigeria.
  • The Gala is supported by leading figures in the entertainment industry, such as Benedict Cumberbatch (Honorary Chair), Chiwetel Ejiofor (Gala Chair), David Oyelowo (Gala Chair), and previous Gala Honorees and Oscar winners Charlize Theron and Forest Whitaker.
  • "Our Hollywood Gala is critical to our efforts to save vulnerable mothers and infants and to educate and inspire young girls affected by terrorism.
  • For more information on The GEANCO Foundation, visit Geanco.org , and connect with the organization on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn and Instagram .

Sanders Roberts LLP Welcomes Entertainment Heavy Hitters Igbodike Obioha and Quincy Newell To The Firm

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Thursday, January 13, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sanders Roberts LLP is pleased to announce that Igbodike Obioha and Quincy Newell have joined the firm's Entertainment Practice Group in the Los Angeles office.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sanders Roberts LLP is pleased to announce that Igbodike Obioha and Quincy Newell have joined the firm's Entertainment Practice Group in the Los Angeles office.
  • "We are excited to welcome Igbo and Quincy to our team and to expand the Firm's entertainment transactional capabilities.
  • Mr. Obioha has represented leading television producers in their negotiations with many networks and studios such as ABC, Lifetime, OWN, and BET.
  • Since 2008, Sanders Roberts LLP has provided exceptional legal services customized to its clients and their individual situations.

Hollywood Heavyweights Gather For GEANCO Foundation Gala

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The GEANCO Foundation will hold its annual Hollywood fundraiser on Friday, October 29 at The 1 Hotel to rally support for vulnerable women and children in Nigeria.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The GEANCO Foundation will hold its annual Hollywood fundraiser on Friday, October 29 at The 1 Hotel to rally support for vulnerable women and children in Nigeria.
  • Oscar nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (Doctor Strange, 12 Years a Slave), Golden Globe nominee David Oyelowo (Midnight Sky, Selma), and B.J.
  • Previous Gala Honorees include Charlize Theron (Mad Max: Fury Road, Monster), Benedict Cumberbatch (Doctor Strange, Sherlock), and Forest Whitaker (Black Panther, The Last King of Scotland).
  • For more information on The GEANCO Foundation, visit Geanco.org , and connect with GEANCO on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn and Instagram .

Academy Award Winner Forest Whitaker to Be Recognized for His Social Activism During the 2022 International Peace Honors Presented by PeaceTech Lab

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Monday, October 18, 2021
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PeaceTech Lab , the award-winning non-profit organization founded by the United States Institute of Peace , announced today that his efforts will be celebrated and honored during the 2022 International Peace Honors , to be held in January 2022.

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  • PeaceTech Lab , the award-winning non-profit organization founded by the United States Institute of Peace , announced today that his efforts will be celebrated and honored during the 2022 International Peace Honors , to be held in January 2022.
  • I have witnessed change in the most unlikely places and have seen communities healing and transforming together, shared Whitaker.
  • Forest Whitaker has led education efforts and initiated youth programs in South Africa, South Sudan, Uganda, Mexico and the United States.
  • It is truly our privilege to honor his valuable social contributions, added MariaEsmeralda Paguaga, Executive Producer of the International Peace Honors .

HQGE’s Big M Entertainment Pictures Releases Scheduled Update of Ongoing IP Development and Production Schedules Since Reducing Its Shares and Returning to OTC Current Status

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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On occasion and when appropriate, we will also include additional major updates that were released within the same update period.

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  • On occasion and when appropriate, we will also include additional major updates that were released within the same update period.
  • Vance Owen (Executive Producer on films starring Al Pacino, Robert DeNiro, Dwayne The Rock Johnson, John Travolta, Forest Whitaker) added as Executive Producer to both TREES & COASTLINE.
  • The project has moved significantly towards In House production and episode talent for multiple episodes is currently in negotiations.
  • Assembling talent for multi-track album to be released on a host of major music streaming platforms after film release.