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Stephen Hawking Hosts First Ever reddit AMA Jul 28, 2015

While advances in artificial intelligence are poised to solve some of humankind’s most difficult problems, iconic theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking cautions that the technology could spell the end of the human race if left unchecked. More →

Solo Sailor Jessica Watson Visits Syrian Refugees Jul 28, 2015

The United Nations World Food Programme's (WFP) Youth Ambassador Jessica Watson has visited Syrian refugees in Lebanon and Jordan where she witnessed their remarkable strength in facing arduous daily challenges resulting from the conflict in Syria. More →

Alan Titchmarsh And Ben Fogle Help Prince Charles Celebrate Countryside Fund Jul 28, 2015

The Prince of Wales hosted a reception at Highgrove House this week to mark the 5th anniversary of The Prince’s Countryside Fund. More →

Frozen's Princess Anna Rings A Very Special Girl Jul 28, 2015

Kristen Bell made a little girl very happy last week when she rang in character as Frozen’s Princess Anna. More →

Kate Hudson Joins Michael Kors To Watch Hunger Stop Jul 27, 2015

Bringing her signature sense of optimism, generosity and glamour to the table, Kate Hudson will join Michael Kors and Watch Hunger Stop to help build a world with zero hunger by raising awareness and funds for the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). More →

Prince Charles Attends The Royal Salute Coronation Cup Jul 27, 2015

His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales over the weekend attended the Royal Salute Coronation Cup – the UK’s most prestigious international polo match – in aid of the Polo Charities Trust. More →

Barry Manilow Set To Perform For Over 30 Charities Jul 27, 2015

For the third time, Barry Manilow will be contributing five concert performances for “A Gift of Love III” at Palm Desert’s McCallum Theatre during the holiday season. More →

Elton John To Bring Charity Tennis To Las Vegas Jul 27, 2015

On Monday, October 12, 2015, tennis stars Andre Agassi, Stefanie Graf, Martina Navratilova, and Andy Roddick will headline Mylan World TeamTennis (WTT) Smash Hits at Caesars Palace, a charity night of tennis co-hosted by longtime friends Sir Elton John and Billie Jean King. More →

Angelina Jolie To Direct An Unflinching Portrayal Of War Through The Eyes Of A Child Jul 27, 2015

Angelina Jolie Pitt will direct an adaptation of First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers, a harrowing and poignant memoir from Cambodian author and human rights activist Loung Ung about surviving the deadly Khmer Rouge regime. More →

NerdHQ Launches Online Sci-Fi Auction Jul 27, 2015

Sci-Fi fans listen up – this one’s for you! More →

Michael Kors Named As World Food Programme Ambassador Jul 24, 2015

Internationally renowned fashion designer Michael Kors has been named a Global Ambassador Against Hunger for the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). More →

Carol Burnett To Be Honored With SAG Life Achievement Award Jul 24, 2015

Carol Burnett – comedic trailblazer, actor, singer, dancer, producer and author – has been named the 52nd recipient of SAG-AFTRA’s highest tribute: the SAG Life Achievement Award for career achievement and humanitarian accomplishment. More →

Stars Attend International Rescue Committee's Fifth Annual GenR Summer Party Jul 24, 2015

Josh Stamberg, Brad Raider and IRC Voice Nykhor Paul were just a few of the many attendees who gathered this week for the International Rescue Committee's Fifth Annual GenR Summer Party at David Burke Garden at The James Hotel. More →

Stars Donate To Halberg Sports For Life Charity Dinner Jul 24, 2015

What do a bunch of New Zealand sports stars have in common with Venus Williams and Madonna? More →

American Cancer Society Hosts 30th California Spirit Fundraiser Jul 24, 2015

The American Cancer Society held its 30th California Spirit fundraiser at Sony Pictures Studio in Culver City on July 19th, 2015. More →

David Beckham Visits Music Therapy Charity Jul 24, 2015

David Beckham OBE visited the UK’s leading music therapy charity, Nordoff Robbins, recently, ahead of the HMV Football Extravaganza (FE) where he will be honoured with the Legend of Football Award and his remarkable football career will be celebrated. More →

Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation Raises $40 Million At Fundraising Gala Jul 23, 2015

The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation (LDF) held its annual fundraising gala in St. Tropez last night, hosted by Foundation Chairman Leonardo DiCaprio and LDF Global Fundraising Chairman Milutin Gatsby. More →

Seth Rogen Announces James Franco's Bar Mitzvah! Jul 23, 2015

Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen's Hilarity for Charity (HFC) today announced the theme of the fourth annual Hilarity for Charity Variety Show: James Franco's Bar Mitzvah! More →

Soap Star Don Diamont To Attend Lung Cancer Foundation's Day At The Races Jul 23, 2015

Iconic TV actor Don Diamont, named “Sexiest Veteran Soap Actor” by People Magazine in 2009, along with other special guests will join lung cancer advocates and supporters at the Lung Cancer Foundation of America’s (LCFA) unique Day at the Races event at Del Mar Race Track, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 on Sunday, July 26, 2015. More →

The ONE Ride Benefit Dinner And Def Leppard Concert Jul 23, 2015

The public and media are welcome to a Media Day informative presentation on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 for The ONE Ride – one man’s journey to the four corners of America – 14,000 miles of Giving, at the Samson Factory located at 1151 Industry Road, Sturgis SD. More →

Make-A-Wish And ESPN Highlight Inspiring Wishes Jul 23, 2015

Athletes need more than talent to reach the top. They also need perseverance and courage – just like Make-A-Wish kids. More →

Jane Goodall Promotes Environment At United Nations Ceremony In Kenya Jul 23, 2015

Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, a U.N. Messenger of Peace and Ambassador for the Great Apes Survival Partnership (GRASP), planted a tree to mark over 50 years of commitment to conservation and the environment in a ceremony on 15 July at the United Nations of Nairobi (UNON) compound in Nairobi, Kenya. More →

Brooke Fraser Auctions Dresses For Starship's Newborn Intensive Care Unit Jul 23, 2015

New Zealand songstress Brooke Fraser has helped raise $1800 for Starship Children Hospital's Newborn Intensive Care Unit. More →

The Platters Invite People To Pledge For Peace With New EP Jul 22, 2015

Rock and Roll, Vocal Group and Grammy Halls of Fame international recording artists The Platters are drawing on their historic roots to record a special EP produced by, for and with the people of America to support – and more importantly to promote – harmony, justice and peace in communities during these tense times in America. More →

FC Barcelona Players Meet With Los Angeles Kids To Discuss Values Jul 22, 2015

At an event hosted by UNICEF and FC Barcelona, a group of students in Los Angeles met with players Andrés Iniesta and Marc-André Ter Stegen to discuss the critical role that sports play in children’s lives and development around the world. More →

Chelsea Clinton To Visit Clinton Foundation Projects In Haiti Jul 22, 2015

On Tuesday, July 28, and Wednesday, July 29, Clinton Foundation Vice Chair Chelsea Clinton and Clinton Foundation President Donna Shalala will lead a group of philanthropists, business leaders, and Clinton Foundation supporters to visit Foundation efforts that are supporting the development and growth of the Haitian agriculture, health, entrepreneurship, and business sectors. More →

RushCard And Russell Simmons Announce Recipients For Annual Grant Program Jul 22, 2015

UniRush, LLC announced today the grant recipients of this year’s RushCard Keep the Peace initiative, an annual program that supports nonprofit, community-based organizations and coalitions across the country that have developed unique and successful models for reducing violence in their neighborhoods, especially among young people. More →

Your Chance To Join The Beach Boys On Stage Jul 22, 2015

Here’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans of The Beach Boys. More →

Oceana To Host 8th Annual SeaChange Summer Party Jul 22, 2015

Oceana, the largest international advocacy organization focused solely on ocean conservation, will host the 8th annual SeaChange Summer Party – an invite-only, celebrity red carpet event benefitting our world’s oceans – on August 1. More →

George Clooney Launches Project To Watch Who Profits From Africa's Conflicts Jul 21, 2015

The Enough Project has announced the launch of THE SENTRY, a new investigative initiative that seeks to dismantle the networks of perpetrators, facilitators, and enablers who fund and profit from Africa’s deadliest conflicts. More →