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Tune in to President Clinton's Facebook page tomorrow, August 7, at 12:30 PM EST/9:30 AM PST for a live conversation from South Africa.

Embrace Tomorrow with Bill Clinton

President Clinton, Chelsea Clinton, and Professor Njabulo S. Ndebele of the Nelson Mandela Foundation will lead an interactive dialogue from Pretoria about how we can all take action to change the world for the better – inspired by Nelson Mandela's belief in the possibility of tomorrow.

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As millions of Americans tune into Discovery Channel’s Shark Week to view hours of programming featuring powerful great white sharks, they might be surprised by a public service announcement (PSA) launched this week by Oceana.

The new TV spot features actress January Jones urging people to be scared FOR great white sharks – the future population of great whites off the U.S. West Coast is in jeopardy.

Video: January Jones is scared FOR sharks

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Lionsgate and the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation have teamed up to auction off autographed memorabilia from the upcoming movies, “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.” “I, Frankenstein.” and “You’re Next,” and 100 percent of the proceeds will go to EGPAF’s programs to help prevent pediatric HIV.

From the EGPAF Blog: "Lionsgate stars from these films teamed up in San Diego, California last month to attend the popular ComicCon event. Stars – including Jena Malone, Jeffrey Wright, Aaron Eckhart, Yvonne Strahovski, and many more – autographed movie posters and other items to be used for Lionsgate’s fundraiser for EGPAF.

“EGPAF is proud to partner with Lionsgate. We’re so appreciative of their continued support and incredibly thankful for this partnership, which not only helps to raise funds for the fight against pediatric AIDS, but also shares this important cause with brand new audiences.

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The Walking Dead star Norman Reedus has joined Cruelty Free International to support the organization’s work to ban animal tests for cosmetics in the U.S. and around the world.

Norman Reedus, pictured with Lola, joins Cruelty Free International call for the USA to follow the European Union's lead and end animal tests for cosmetics
Credit/Copyright: Portrait by Leslie Hassler in New York City


Norman Reedus said: ‘Scores of countries around the world are beating the U.S. to become cruelty-free by banning cosmetics tests on animals. Nobody wants rabbits or guinea-pigs to suffer for our vanity, least of all the animals. Let’s stop their suffering right here, right now. Join me in supporting the Cruelty Free International call to Congress and the FDA to bring an end to animal testing for cosmetics in the U.S.’

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Project Angel Food has released new details regarding its upcoming Angel Awards this Saturday, August 10th in Hollywood.

Guests at this year’s gathering will be treated to a special appearance by the organization’s founder, Marianne Williamson, as she presents award-winning actress Jane Lynch with the appropriately named Marianne Williamson Founder Award. The evening’s other honoree, celebrity chef and Food Network star, Giada De Laurentiis, will receive the organization’s inaugural Iconic Chef Award from actress Bryce Dallas Howard. Howard knows firsthand just how extraordinary De Laurentiis is in the kitchen as one of De Laurentiis’ first jobs after cooking school was working as the Howard family’s personal chef.

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Non-profit organization Face Forward will once again place the spotlight on the important global issue of domestic and gang violence at its much-anticipated fourth annual charity gala.

The “A Gatsby Affair” themed gala is to be held on September 28th, 2013 at the luxurious Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows in Santa Monica, California.

Honorary Committee members for the 2013 gala are Tom Arnold & Bonnie Somerville (they both co-hosted in 2012), Charlotte Ross, Jennifer Coolidge, Virgil Hill, Vanessa Marcil, Dennis Smith, Katie Cleary-Stern, Theo James, Kevin Alejandro, Shaun Toub and Dr. Jenn Berman.

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Cedric the Entertainer is pleased to announce the launch of The Inaugural Cedric “The Entertainer” Celebrity Golf Classic on Monday August 12 at the world class Spanish Hills Country Club in Camarillo.

This charity fundraiser will benefit The Kyles Family Foundation, The Brotherhood Crusade of Los Angeles and The Boys and Girls Club of Camarillo in their support to providing invaluable services and programs aiding youth and their families.

Guests include: Cedric “The Entertainer”, Don Cheadle, Anthony Anderson, Barry Bonds, Rick Fox, Dondre Whitfield, Dr. J, George Lopez, Jerry Rice, Salli Richardson, Willie Gault, Chris Spencer, Cobi Jones, Eric Dickerson, Jim Hill, Marcus Johnson, Ronnie Lott, Royce Clayton, and many more!

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Rafael Nadal, Ana Ivanovic, Stefan Edberg, Martina Navratilova and Daniela Hantuchova will be joined by leading, current and past, ATP/WTA players along with Sir Richard Branson in the 2nd annual Necker Cup Pro-am on Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands.

The event is organized by Premier Tennis Travel, a leader in luxury tennis travel and event management.

Sir Richard Branson is excited to host the event again. “Last year’s first ever Necker Cup was a huge success & incredible fun for everyone involved. It’s an honour to have Necker Island host this unique tennis experience again this year and I’m very much looking forward to seeing everybody again and some new faces too.”

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Forty years ago on August 15, 1973, the U.S. military ceased all military actions and airstrikes in Vietnam, ending the war for the United States. Four decades later, the war is still not over. Unexploded bombs and landmines left over from that conflict still claim lives and limbs.

Since 1973 there have been over 40,000 civilian deaths and 60,000 injuries. Just this month a nine-year-old boy is lucky to be alive after he was burned from head to toe and broke his arm from an encounter with a piece of war-era unexploded ordnance.

To mark this anniversary with a call for action and more funding to address this issue, a group of celebrities and other notable professionals are collectively saying, “40 Years is Too Long, But Not Too Late.” They are supporting a campaign to benefit Mines Advisory Group America (MAG) and Clear Path International (CPI) in their work to remove unexploded ordnance from Vietnamese soil and assist accident survivors.

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On September 24th, 2013 Padres Contra el Cancer (PADRES), a non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of life for children with cancer and their families, will celebrate its 13th annual fundraising gala, “EL SUENO DE ESPERANZA” in partnership with AEG Live and Club Nokia at L.A. LIVE.

Actress, Activist, Philanthropist and PADRES National Spokesperson, Eva Longoria will serve as Gala Chair, as the star-studded celebration honors two of the largest names in Latin music and entertainment, Alejandra Guzman and Joan Sebastian. These multiple award-winning artists will be recognized with the organization’s Champion of HOPE Award, for personifying courage against cancer with strength, determination, dignity and most of all HOPE.

The Spanish-themed evening will also include special performances by world renowned flamenco singer and percussionist, Antonio Carmona and international flamenco entertainers Manuel Gutierrez and Fanny Ara. More than 400 celebrities and leaders in business, entertainment and philanthropy are expected to attend as the event has garnered a stellar roster in previous years which include: Alejandro Fernandez, Andy Garcia, Daisy Fuentes, George Lopez, Demi Lovato, Derek Fisher, Edward James Olmos, Eva LaRue, Felicity Huffman, Kerri Walsh Jennings, Marcia Cross, Mario Lopez, Matt Barnes, Paulina Rubio, Sugar Ray Leonard and many others.

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Retired NBA Legend Shaquille O'Neal and his mom Lucille sounded the morning alarm — literally — as part of one of the Largest Wake Up Calls on Thursday, August 1st in New York City.

Shaq O'Neal runs the obstacle course

It was a signal to the start of a unique event where hundreds of teenagers competed in a creative obstacle course designed to dramatize the daily activities of all kids getting ready for their school day. But… they were challenged by difficulties, distractions and disturbances that made their attempt to get to school and receive that final diploma a huge undertaking.

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Actor and Musician Jencarlos Canela returned this week from a trip to Haiti with the International Rescue Committee – an organization in which he is very involved.

Jencarlos Canela Visits Haiti
Credit/Copyright: Eugene Maurice / International Rescue Committee

While there, he performed at the opening of Haiti’s Carnival of Flowers before an enthusiastic audience that included Haiti’s president, Michel Martelly. Jencarlos also visited a number of International Rescue Committee programs in Port-au-Prince to see how the IRC has been helping communities as they recover from the devastating earthquake of 2010.

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SodaStream, whose mission is to eliminate bottles and cans to significantly reduce our global carbon footprint, awarded environmentalist, author and fashion designer Lauren Conrad with the SodaStream UnBottle the World Award.

SodaStream Honors Lauren Conrad with the first SodaStream UnBottle the World Award for her environmental commitment to creating solutions for a more sustainable tomorrow at the Young Hollywood Awards

Conrad was honored at week’s Young Hollywood Awards for her environmental commitment. Her XO (eco) accessories line has upcycled more than three million bottles and kept over 128 million disposable alternatives out of landfills.

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Jimmy Carter has written about hope in the Middle East in an email sent to supporters of The Elders.

“Anyone who pursues a career in politics is no stranger to making unpopular decisions – as a former President, I know this very well,” he wrote. "There are times when you will suffer vociferous opposition for doing what you believe is right and just. Putting aside the short-term political advantages in favour of serving the broader interests of humanity takes enormous courage.

“Courage is what the Middle East needs today. In Washington DC last week, we heard from Secretary of State John Kerry directly about his impressive work bringing the Israelis and Palestinians together. Later, in London, we had long discussions with Palestinian leaders. The two sides have the opportunity now to resume negotiations in what is almost certainly their last chance to secure peace.

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Foreigner and the Grammy Foundation have launched a Public Service Announcement campaign in support of music education!

High schools across the United States. can submit a 15-30 second PSA stressing the importance of music in schools and the great music teachers who have encouraged them along the way.

The background music of the PSA should be a Foreigner song of the school’s choice, performed in any style by the school choir. Suggested talking points are:

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The folks at PETA have proclaimed Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard 2013’s Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrities — but what about peta2, PETA’s youth division?

Young people are flocking to peta2.com to cast their votes and help peta2 decide whom it should name as the winners of peta2’s Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrity 2013 contest. This year’s teen-friendly nominees include heavy metal rockers, MMA fighters, drag queens, and a whole host of Hollywood favorites. The winners — one male and one female — will be announced August 19.

This year’s winners could be film stars such as Anne Hathaway, Alicia Silverstone, Kristen Wiig, Natalie Portman, or Jason Schwartzman, or top honors could go to TV’s Daniella Monet, Tia Mowry, or Rocsi Diaz. Big Bang Theory costars Johnny Galecki and Kaley Cuoco could sweep the male and female categories, or it could come down to a run-off between country starlets Carrie Underwood and Kellie Pickler. And when it comes to double threats, actor and musician Jared Leto faces fierce competition from comedian and actor Russell Brand.

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The TJ Martell Foundation is proud to announce the addition of Greyson Chance and Emblem3 to their impressive lineup of artists for its 14th Annual Family Day on Sunday, September 15th, 2013 at Roseland Ballroom in New York City.

“I am honored and excited to be performing for an organization that truly helps our society,” says Greyson Chance who, at fifteen years old, has already had a number one single, performed live on Ellen and Good Morning America and has shared stages with iCarly’s Miranda Cosgrove and Big Time Rush, previous Family Day honorees.

As the breakout band on the hit show X Factor, amassing over 15 million YouTube views, Emblem3 is another amazing addition to this year’s event. According to the band members, “We are so excited to be performing at this year’s Family Day with such an incredible lineup of artists supporting the T.J. Martell Foundation. We are stoked to be able to do our part to help in the fight against leukemia, cancer and AIDS.”

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E-commerce startup Traina Interactive Corp. today announced the launch of IfOnly, an online charitable platform that connects users with their favorite luminaries in a way never dreamt possible, while benefitting trusted charities.

A private dinner party hosted by famed chef Michael Chiarello, three days in Aspen with golf legend Greg Norman, and a Las Vegas weekend getaway with tennis superstars Andre Agassi and Stefanie Graf are just a few of the dream experiences available at any price point to those passionate about food, wine and spirits, sports, entertainment and travel.

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Rugby star Danny Cipriani and TV presenter Rachel Riley have put their best feet forward in neon footwear to ‘walk all over cancer’ by supporting Cancer Research UK's night-time walking marathon, Shine.

Cancer Research UK Shine Danny Cipriani
Credit/Copyright: Cancer.org.uk

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Scores of superheroes are set to flood the streets of Salt Lake City. USANA Health Sciences Inc., a global nutritional company, is hosting its annual superhero-themed USANA Champions for Change 5K charity event on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 7 a.m. at the Energy Solutions Arena (100 S. 300 West).

Dr. Mehmet Oz, two-time Emmy Award-winning host of the three-time Emmy Award-winning The Dr. Oz Show, will serve as the master of ceremonies for the event. He will also lend his superpowers to lead a warm-up and run alongside supporters of the USANA True Health Foundation, which will receive 100 percent of all proceeds.

“USANA’s relationship with HealthCorps, the charitable foundation created by Dr. Oz and his wife, Lisa Oz, developed out of a shared commitment to promoting health and wellness," said Dave Wentz, USANA’s chief executive officer. “USANA and HealthCorps are both advocates of healthy living. In fact, I had the honor of recently speaking at a wellness event Dr. Oz hosted in New York City. USANA is thrilled to support HealthCorps and as a measure of gratitude, Dr. Oz has graciously accepted our invitation to run in honor of our charitable foundation.”

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