FEATURED NEWS
BOOK NEWS
Publishing: New Book Explores How Ancient Wisdom Can Strengthen Modern Relationships
Publishing NEWS: -- Author David Hughes is inviting readers to reconsider how healthy relationships are built in his new book, "Battlefield of Love: Ancient Wisdom for Today's Relationships" (ISBN: 978-1834388557) released by Tellwell Publishing, a guide that combines timeless philosophical principles with practical approaches to communication, conflict, and emotional connection.
Publishing: The Porch Press to mark 40th anniversary with celebration and fundraiser
Publishing NEWS: -- The Porch Press, a nonprofit, volunteer-powered monthly newspaper serving nine southeast Atlanta neighborhoods, will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a community celebration and fundraiser on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
BOOK REVIEWS
Book Review: Peter Longerich’s ‘Goebbels: A Biography’ is Excellent, Appalling, and Instructive
REVIEW: Yes, it's true: Joseph Goebbels Helps today's GOP. Often considered the father of modern propaganda, Goebbels foreshadowed the GOP playbook in terms of distortion, deception, and dishonesty. Peter Longerich's "Goebbels: A Biography" (ISBN: 9781400067510) is excellent, appalling, and instructive.
Book Review: In Katz’s ‘The Influence Machine’ Taxpayers Foot the Bill for The USCC
REVIEW: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is a tool for the forces of evil. Don't believe it? You can read about their anti-American and anti-humanity actions in "The Influence Machine: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Corporate Capture of American Life" (ISBN: 9780812993288), an excellent modern-day piece of muckraking by Alyssa Katz.
MUSIC AND AUDIO NEWS
Music and Arts: Zoar View Foundation Hosts 5th Annual Sparks of Giving, Where Every Dollar Goes Back to the Community
Music and Performers NEWS: -- The Zoar View Foundation will hold its 5th Annual Sparks of Giving Community Celebration and Fundraiser on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Wilkshire Event Center, 474 Jeanne Anne Lane in Bolivar. The gates open at 3:00 p.m. and the night runs until 11:30 p.m., with live music, food, family activities, and a fireworks show that closes out the evening. Every bit of it benefits children and families across Tuscarawas County.
Music and Arts: Breakout Rising Artist Liyah Bey’s Emotionally Powerful Single ‘Abused’ Lands Global Distribution Deal
Music and Performers NEWS: -- Rising artist Liyah Bey is expanding her reach with the worldwide release of her emotionally powerful single "Abused" through a new partnership between her creative platform, Beyond Illusions, and Thump Records. The agreement provides global distribution through Virgin Music Group in association with Universal Music Group (UMG).
SOFTWARE NEWS
Software: Optimal Blue Continues AI Innovation Leadership with Expanded Access to Virtual Economist and Launch of AI Labs
Software NEWS: -- Optimal Blue today announced the general availability of Virtual Economist, the first on-demand forecasting tool for mortgage capital markets leaders powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML). Revealed in beta at the annual Optimal Blue Summit in February 2026, Virtual Economist is now available to all Optimal Blue Product, Pricing, and Eligibility (PPE) Engine and CompassEdge clients at no added cost.
Software: HitPaw FotorPea V5.6.0 Launched with Smarter AI Image Enhancement System with Intelligent Detection and Advanced Creative Tools
Software NEWS: -- HitPaw today announced the release of HitPaw FotorPea V5.6.0, bringing a smarter AI-powered image enhancement experience with new intelligent models and workflow improvements. The latest update introduces Low-Light Enhancement, AI Reflection Removal, AI Reframe, creative text styles, and AI Agent image analysis to help users enhance, edit, and create professional-quality images with less manual effort.
