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Starstream Entertainment Launches into 2023 While Anticipating Record Breaking 2022 Financials

Starstream Entertainment, Inc.

McapMediaWire -- Starstream Entertainment Inc.'s (OTC Pink: SSET ) wholly owned subsidiary, Facetime Consulting and Promotions (Facetime), a premier provider of event staffing, on-demand promotional marketing and brand ambassador services, is pleased to announce that Company is expecting to report record revenues which are anticipated to top $3 million in the Company’s 2022 Annual Report. While year-end financials are being completed for the Company’s upcoming Annual Report, during the 3 rd Quarter the Company recorded Total Revenues of $2,179,408 which was a year-to-year increase of over 199% compared to the same 9 months of 2021. The Company wrapped up a stellar 2022 and looks forward to a banner 2023. The Company is also happy to report that the total shares outstanding remained unchanged during 2022. The outstanding share count on January 1, 2022, was 140,010,196 with only 84,186,162 shares in the public float and on December 31, 2022 both the total shares outstanding and the public float remained unchanged. Carla Rissell, President of SSET stated, “I attribute this growth to the hard work and dedication of our team; our Company’s core values and our ability to pivot and adapt in an ever-evolving environment. We are focused on servicing our clients as well as providing and increasing shareholder value. I fully understand that the market as a whole in the OTC was very rough during 2022 for investors, it is our hope that Starstream will become better noticed for our continued growth and keen stewardship of preserving shareholder value. The Company increased cash on hand and assets throughout 2022 with zero dilution.” Early in 2022 the Company raised rates across the board which allowed the Company to attract and retain the best quality staff in an extremely tough labor market to allow Facetime to continue to provide exceptional service to our clients. The Company’s bookings and referrals of new business continued to grow throughout 2022 and we anticipate continued growth in 2023. Senior Management at several of the Company’s largest billing customers recognize that Starstream and Facetime’s strong financial position and wherewithal has allowed the Company to provide superior service of their accounts and brands and are actively seeking to partner with Facetime to help grow market share for their brands. Early in 2022 the Company thru its Facetime division added a wearables and promotional giveaway production division which is adding additional revenue and contributing directly to the Company’s profitability and bottom line. The Company is intently focused on continued growth and expansion in 2023. Starstream Entertainment Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiary, Facetime Consulting and Promotions LLC ("FCP"), is primarily focused in the on-demand event staffing industry. The primary placements that FCP makes are to companies in the consumer goods industry. Facetime specializes in brand ambassadors, event staffing, atmosphere models, print and electronic media as well as staffing for all levels of the beverage and consumer goods industry. We provide staffing for all levels across industries we serve, including regional to C-Level, offering everything from promotional models to enhanced brand ambassador services and administrative services including field marketing, sales, brand management, and even promotional vehicle programs. Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/facetimepromotions/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarstreamEnt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FacetimePromo Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a number of uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the Company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the Company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. CONTACT: Starstream Entertainment, Inc. https://www.facetimepromo.com/ Carla Rissell, CEO investorinfo@facetimepromo.com 833-422-7300 - Investor Relations: Ext. 700 Contact Details Starstream Entertainment, Inc. Carla Rissell, CEO +1 833-422-7300 investorinfo@facetimepromo.com Company Website https://www.facetimepromo.com/

January 26, 2023 02:00 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Average Viewers For NFL Wild Card Weekend Drop By 4.7% YoY

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The TV ratings for NFL Wild Card Weekend are in and the numbers don’t look good for the league’s new postseason format. According to the data experts at The Sports Daily, viewership for NFL Super Wild Card Weekend is down 4.7 percent year-over-year and ratings took an even bigger hit with a 5.9 percent drop compared to 2022. For the second straight year, the game slotted into the late-Sunday window had the best viewership numbers and household rating. The New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings drew in 33.2 million viewers, the most of any Wild Card game in 2023. Despite its overall success, the numbers represented a massive 20 percent drop in viewership compared to the 49ers-Cowboys Wild Card game from the same time slot in 2022. NFL Super Wild Card Weekend Viewership Down 4.7%, Ratings Down 5.9% NFL Super Wild Card Weekend was filled with drama, storylines, record-setting comebacks, and stunning upsets. While several games came down to the wire, football fans seemed less enthusiastic about the start of the NFL Playoffs compared to a year ago. Overall, viewership numbers for the NFL Wild Card round are expected to be down by 4.7 percent YoY. After averaging 29.7 million viewers in 2022, NFL Wild Card weekend garnered just 28.3 million viewers in 2023. Of course, those numbers are still up from the NFL’s first Super Wild Card Weekend in 2021, which drew an all-time low 24.2 million average viewers. However, ratings are still down from 2020 (30.5 million) and 2019 (28.6 million), the last two years before the NFL expanded its playoff format. Rating also took a considerable hit in 2023, dropping by an average of 5.9 percent year-over-year. The late time slots on Saturday and Sunday suffered the biggest declines, dropping by 20 percent (Sunday, Late) and 21.97 percent (Saturday, Late), respectively. On the other hand, the Monday Night Football game had the biggest increase with viewership sky-rocketing by 32.5 percent. The jump can be attributed to two of the NFL’s biggest draws (Cowboys and Tom Brady) being in action. Giants @ Vikings Ranks As Most-Watched Game On NFL Super Wild Card Weekend With 33.2 million viewers, the Giants-Vikings game in the late window on Sunday had the most viewers of any game during NFL Super Wild Card weekend. The game also finished with the highest household rating at 16.28. Despite being the most-watched Wild Card game of 2023, viewership was down 20 percent and household rating was down 21.7 percent year-over year. Part of the reason for that is the 2021 Wild Card matchup between the 49ers and Cowboys averaged a whopping 41.5 viewers, making it the most-watched Wild Card game since 2015. That game also produced a 20.8 rating, a difficult mark to reach during the Wild Card round. Overall, FOX had the most successful weekend in 2023, thanks in large part to the Giants-Vikings game. However, the battle for No. 2 was much closer. CBS currently owns the No. 2 spot with an average of 30.9 million viewers for the Dolphins-Bills, however, the Cowboys-Bucs are expected to top that number when official figures are released. Initial estimates project the Cowboys and Buccaneers for 30.6 million viewers, which would make it Disney’s most-watched NFL Playoff game since 1999. Check out how the TV ratings changed compared to 2021 below. Buffalo, Kansas City, & Cincinnati Top Local Ratings List All eyes were on the Bills last weekend. Buffalo had the highest local ratings of any US market during Super Wild Card Weekend, drawing a rating of 47.2. Even though the Chiefs weren’t in action, fans in Kansas City tuned into the opening round of the NFL Playoffs at the second-highest rate. Kansas City drew a 28.2 local rating, the second-highest of any US market. Cincinnati, West Palm Beach, and New Orleans were next on the list of markets with the highest local ratings. Just missing out on the top-five, Ft Myers-Naples came in at No. 6 on the list. Meanwhile, Miami-Ft Lauderdale did not even make the top-10, a sign that Dolphins’ fans weren’t heavily invested in the team’s Super Bowl run without Tua Tagovailoa. Check out the top-5 markets in local rating during NFL Wild Card Weekend. Buffalo Kansas City Cincinnati West Palm Beach New Orleans Disney’s NFL Wild Card Game Viewership Up 32% To Highest Mark Ever Even though the overall numbers were down, Disney’s NFL Wild Card game turned out to be a smashing success. With an average audience of approximately 30.6 million Americans, viewership is up 32 percent YoY. Once official numbers are released, Disney is projected to add a few hundred thousand viewers to its total. As a result, the Cowboys-Bucs game is expected to be the network’s most-watched NFL Playoff game ever. Last year, the Cardinals-Rams game on ESPN/ABC drew an average of just 23.15 million viewers, the lowest mark for an NFL Wild Card game on Disney since 2019. For full story, visit: https://thesportsdaily.com/news/average-viewers-for-nfl-wild-card-weekend-drop-by-4-7-yoy/ Contact Details Finance News Alex Brown alex@financenews.com

January 26, 2023 11:21 AM Eastern Standard Time

Critical Solutions, Inc. (OTC: CSLI) Launches CSLI Studios

Critical Solutions, Inc.

McapMediaWire -- ‌Critical‌ ‌Solutions,‌ ‌Inc.‌ ‌(OTC‌:‌ ‌ CSLI )‌ announces launch of CSLI STUDIOS, a film/tv production company. CSLI Studios will be a full-service film/tv production company focused on producing high quality, story and character driven original content. Productions will include short, feature and episodic content featuring top Hollywood talent. Genres include horror, drama, superhero, adaptations, thrillers, sci-fi and comedy productions. The studio’s first slate will be overseen by CSLI CEO, Matt Dugan, who will also serve as Executive Producer on the productions. “From Day One, the vision for CSLI has been to establish the company as a brand within the entertainment industry. We’re entering in at the perfect time during a post-Covid landscape with so many new ways to produce and sell IP. We look forward to moving away from older business plans and models and into this emerging growth industry”, says Dugan. Effective immediately, the Twitter handle for Critical Solutions will also change to @CSLIStudios to reflect the further transition to entertainment from past cannabis and crypto business plans. Additionally, the company’s website will now be: www.CSLISTUDIOS.com For further information, contact: IR@CSLISTUDIOS.COM Mr. Dugan, the CEO of Critical Solutions, Inc., concludes, “The time is now and we are ready and armed with a solid growth plan and we want to thank our shareholders for their loyalty. Additionally, I want shareholders to know that no reverse split is planned”. About Critical Solutions, Inc. Critical Solutions, Inc. is focused on the acquisitions and investments in emerging growth companies within the new media distribution space. In particular, companies that develop, produce, own and /or operate OTT Platforms and FAST TV Channels. Critical Solutions, Inc. has been a diversified holding company and the parent company of Universal Systems, Inc. (OTC: UVSS) and plans to focus solely on CSLI as an entertainment business and its business initiatives. To subscribe to company updates, please visit the Company's website at www.CSLISTUDIOS.com. Also note the company has updated its Twitter address to IR@CSLISTUDIOS.COM Contact Information: Critical Solutions, Inc. 1-800-395- 6811 IR@CSLISTUDIOS.COM Safe Harbor Statement: In addition to historical information, this press release may contain statements that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release include the intent, belief, or expectations of the Company and members of its management team with respect to the Company's future business operations and the assumptions upon which such statements are based. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause these differences include, but are not limited to, failure to complete anticipated sales under negotiations, lack of revenue growth, client discontinuances, failure to realize improvements in performance, efficiency and profitability, and adverse developments with respect to litigation or increased litigation costs, the operation or performance of the Company's business units or the market price of its common stock. Additional factors that would cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated within this press release can also be found on the Company's website. The Company disclaims any responsibility to update any forward-looking statements. SOURCE: Critical Solutions, Inc. Contact Details Critical Solutions, Inc. Matt Dugan +1 800-395-6811 IR@CSLISTUDIOS.COM

January 26, 2023 08:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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7 Best Research Paper Writing Services: Overview, Services, Rating ✍️

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Looking for a reliable yet affordable essay writing website? We have compiled for you the 7 best research paper writing services that offer not only quality essay writing support, but also a number of nice bonuses. Recently, the concept of delegation has made its way not only into our language but also into our daily lives. Receiving help and asking for it is no longer embarrassing. This innovation also applies to the field of education. With the plethora of irrelevant subjects included in the educational curriculum, the only way to cope with a plethora of written assignments is to deprive yourself of sleep. However, thanks to academic writing help, these great sacrifices are by no means justified. After a thorough market analysis, we have selected the most reliable sites that offer the best research paper writing services. In compiling this list, we were guided by the following aspects: transparency, reliability, and reasonable price. 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Of course, part of any educational activity is completing assignments on your own, but with additional research paper writing help, you can improve your academic performance and free up time for specialized disciplines. 2. Is it possible to pay for the service after the assignment is completed by the author? The author's service is paid at the time of order. This is a guarantee of the site from unscrupulous customers. If you want to assess the quality of the writing skills of the authors, then many websites publish samples of written works. 3. What if I am dissatisfied with the quality of the completed essay? Every professional custom essay writing service has a refund option in case of unforeseen circumstances. If the work was done by the writer in bad faith, you will be refunded the amount of your order in full or partially, depending on the money-back guarantee policy. 4. Do research paper writers provide anti-plagiarism guarantees? Each text undergoes a plagiarism check: standard or Turnitin, at the customer's choice. Most websites offer the guarantee of 100% plagiarism-free essays and other written works. 5. Can university professors know that I have used the research paper writing service? No, they can't. Professional research essay writing services pay attention to the client's confidentiality and do not ask for their personal data. All communication takes place within the website. The academic writing company will not know where and in what educational institution you are studying. 6. Do research writing sites provide revisions after completing an assignment? Of course. All sites offer more than 3 free revisions. If you have written an essay yourself but are not sure of its quality, you can order proofreading or editing as a separate service. Final Words If you think you can't handle the study load, you don't have to give up on your studies. Just turn to academic writing services. Professional research paper writers will do their best to make even the most difficult essays, papers and calculations get an A+. We hope that our selection of reliable essay writing services will help you free up some time for your hobbies and for connecting with your family and friends. Let's learn to prioritize! Contact Details Halvorson Media Group Edward +1 929-491-3157 edward@halvorsonmediagroup.com Company Website https://halvorsonmediagroup.com/

January 25, 2023 01:39 PM Eastern Standard Time

Bluberi Gaming Enters Social Casino Space with New Partner Ruby Seven Studios

Bluberi Gaming

Bluberi or (the “Company”) today announced a new partnership with Ruby Seven Studios to provide its top-performing, land-based content to the leading online, social casino provider. Ruby Seven Studios is an award-winning social casino gaming company based in Nevada and Kochi, India. As an industry leader in the social casino space, Ruby Seven Studios’s mission is to bring casino game content to land-based and online casinos with engaging free-to-play casino gaming apps and websites. Micheal Carpenter, Founder and CEO of Ruby Seven Studios said, “We are excited to bring the great games from Bluberi into our game collection and offer in our free-to-play casino apps for our casino partners. We look forward to seeing these games launch this year.” Ruby Sevens partnerships include a wide variety of casinos in California, Oklahoma, Minnesota, and many other states across the US. Brett Vela, Senior Manager of Product Management at Bluberi said, “This partnership with Ruby Sevens will not only strengthen our relationship with many of our land-based partners, but will allow us to put our top performing land-based titles, like Devil’s Lock, in the hands of so many new players.” Bluberi Gaming has redefined the game development process by applying extensive market research, innovative game design, and a new school attitude to create industry leading performers such as Treasure Hunter and Devil's Lock. This rise in popularity and renewed interest in Bluberi Gaming has opened the door for the expansion of Bluberi’s gaming distribution channels, leading to the new partnership with Ruby Seven Studios. "Ruby Seven is an industry leader in the online Social Casino space and Bluberi is very excited to begin its entry into this market with the talented people from Ruby Seven,” said Hugues Lebrecque, Director of Strategic Alliances at Bluberi. “With this partnership, our successful land-based library will be made available to social casino apps, overlapping new and existing, brick & mortar Bluberi customers." Look for Bluberi games, like Devil’s Lock, to be hitting your favorite Ruby Seven Studios social casino later this year. About Bluberi Backed by more than 25 years of industry experience, Bluberi is an established and reliable company with an expansive vision to deliver the highest quality casino gaming experience to players in Class II and Class III markets across the globe. We strive to provide industry-leading customer service by being the easiest company to do business with and are proud to be an agile supplier; able to respond to customer feedback quickly as we grow to become a best-in-class gaming partner. To learn more, visit bluberi.com. About Ruby Seven Studios Ruby Seven Studios is a top-ranking social casino gaming company based in Nevada and Kochi, India. Our mission is to bridge the gap between land-based casinos, online casinos and social casino gaming apps through strategic partnerships with land-based casinos, which currently include Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Pechanga Resort & Casino, Delaware North Gaming, Affinity Interactive, Fantasy Springs, Chumash Casino Resort, Lake of the Torches Casino, and Choctaw Casinos & Resorts. With more than 150 employees worldwide, Ruby Seven Studios has created more than 20 titles for the Apple, GooglePlay, Amazon Kindle, Facebook, and web platforms. To learn more about Ruby Seven Studios, please visit www.rubyseven.com. Contact Details Bluberi Gaming Dan Taylor, Brand Marketing Manager +1 619-944-0510 dan.taylor@bluberi.com Company Website https://bluberi.com/

January 24, 2023 06:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

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The Last Of Us Tied For Best Pilot Episode Rating Ever (Overtaking Breaking Bad & Game Of Thrones)

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HBO premiered the pilot episode of ‘The Last of Us’ this past week and the early reviews are off the charts. The data analysts at Best Sports Betting Canada have compiled a list of the best pilot episodes ever based on their IMDB rating. The Last of Us ranks at the top of the list with a 9.4 rating on IMDB, tying Chernobyl, another HBO series, for the highest-rated pilot episode ever. It also broke the record for the highest-rated opening episode of any video game adaptation, overtaking ‘The Witcher’, Arcane: League of Legends, and Pokémon for the No. 1 spot. ‘The Last Of Us’ Ties Chernobyl For Highest-Rated Pilot Episode Ever Just one episode into its first season, HBO’s The Last of Us is already breaking records. The first episode has been highly-rated by audience members and critics alike. The Last of Us currently owns a 99 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes and an average audience score of 96 percent. At IMDB, over 47,000 users have weighed in on the first episode in less than three days. The debut earned a stunning 9.4 rating, tying it with Chernobyl for the highest-rated pilot episode ever. HBO’s new hit TV show also beat out Fargo (9.3), Lost (9.2), The Walking Dead (9.2), and Mr. Robot (9.2) on the list of best pilot episodes ever. Check out all of the IMDB scores for the top-rated TV show pilot episodes below. The Last Of Us Pilot Earns Highest Rating Of Any Video Game Adaptation Video game adaptations are not always well-received by fans and HBO’s new TV series has been shrouded in controversy since being announced. Fans of the computer game have expressed concerns surrounding casting, storylines, and changes from the game, however, the show appears to have delivered on all fronts. Among TV shows that have been adapted from video games, The Last of Us has blown its predecessors out of the water. The pilot’s current 9.4 rating shattered the previous record of 8.5 held by Arcane: League of Legends and Pokémon for the highest-rated debut ever. While fans seem to be satisfied for now, some video game series haven’t been so lucky. ‘Resident Evil’ (5.0) and ‘Mortal Kombat’ (6.7) are among the video game adaptations that have the worst IMDB rating. For a complete breakdown of the top-rated TV shows that are based on video games, check out the list below. For the full story, visit: https://bestsportsbettingcanada.ca/blog/2023/01/18/the-last-of-us-tied-for-best-pilot-episode-rating-ever-overtaking-breaking-bad-game-of-thrones/ Contact Details Finance News Alex Brown alex@financenews.com

January 23, 2023 05:43 PM Eastern Standard Time

APP ANNOUNCES HISTORIC BROADCAST DEALS WITH CBS SPORTS AND ESPN

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The APP's 2023 agreements with CBS Sports and ESPN will supercharge the sport of pickleball, bringing the world's fastest growing sport to millions of fans, and driving massive exposure for pickleball’s top players; The two deals guarantee a combined 20 hours of televised coverage across CBS Sports Network and ESPN2 of all 16 2023 APP Tour events, plus more than 200 hours of livestream coverage on ESPN+ and APP TV The Association of Pickleball Professionals (APP) has announced historic deals with CBS Sports and ESPN to deliver hundreds of hours of APP Tour pickleball programming throughout 2023, including 12 hours of live matches and highlight-driven programs on CBS Sports Network, eight hours of event recap telecasts on ESPN2 and more than 200 hours of live streaming coverage on ESPN+ and APP TV. “We are delighted to welcome CBS Sports and ESPN to the APP and are excited to be working with two of the most significant names in sports media to bring the sport of pickleball to fans across the country,” commented Tom Webb, APP Chief Marketing Officer. “Over 36.5 million Americans played pickleball in 2022 and this media package enables those fans to tune in to our world-class tournaments, and introduces the sport and its best players to millions more. The APP exists to expand the sport of pickleball domestically and internationally and this media exposure is an important step in that mission.” The APP’s fourth season, the 2023 APP Tour, kicked off in Punta Gorda, Florida, with a sold-out event and over 720 professional and amateur pickleball players from across the USA and around the world. The 2023 APP Tour continues with the APP Daytona Beach Open, taking place at Pictona at Holly Hill in Florida from February 8 - 12. Full details of the 2023 schedule are available at APPTour.org. 2023 APP Television Schedule About the APP Founded in 2019, the Association of Pickleball Professionals (APP) elevates the sport of pickleball by providing elite platforms for the best players in the world, right through to the millions of people picking up a paddle for the first time. Serving professional pickleball players, senior professionals, amateurs and recreational players in the fastest growing sport in the USA, the APP is the first and only tour officially sanctioned by USA Pickleball. The 2023 APP Tour slate has 16 tournament stops planned, in addition to International and Collegiate Series events. The APP also prides itself on developing the next generation of champions through its Next Gen Series and other youth initiatives. Follow the APP via APPTour.org, on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube. About ESPN ESPN, Inc., is the world’s leading multinational, multimedia sports entertainment brand, featuring an unmatched portfolio of sports assets. It is comprised of eight U.S. 24-hour television networks (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNEWS, ESPNU, ESPN Deportes, Longhorn Network, SEC Network and the ACC Network; five with HD simulcast services – ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS and ESPN Deportes). Other businesses include direct-to-consumer video service ESPN+, ESPN Audio (broadcast, satellite, digital, podcasts), an array of digital services (ESPN.com and many other sites, ESPN App, fantasy games and more), multi-screen ESPN3, endeavors on every continent around the world across media including more than 40 networks, espnW, consumer products and ESPN Events. Based in Bristol, Conn., ESPN is 80 percent owned by ABC, Inc., which is an indirect subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company. Hearst holds a 20 percent interest in ESPN. About ESPN+ ESPN+ is the industry-leading sports streaming service that offers fans in the U.S. thousands of live sports events, original programming not available on ESPN’s linear TV or digital networks and exclusive editorial content from dozens of ESPN writers and reporters. Launched in April 2018, ESPN+ has grown to more than 24.3 million subscribers. Fans sign up to ESPN+ for just $9.99 a month (or $99.99 per year) at ESPN.com, ESPNplus.com or on the ESPN App (mobile and connected devices). About CBS Sports Network CBS Sports Network, the 24-hour home of CBS Sports, is widely available through all major cable, satellite and telco distributors as well as via OTT streaming service providers YouTube TV, fuboTV, DirecTV and Hulu. Additionally, a live CBS Sports Network stream is available through CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports App by authenticating with select providers. For more information, including a full programming schedule, go to www.cbssportsnetwork.com Contact Details APP Tom Webb +1 512-952-9369 tom.webb@gmail.com Company Website https://apptour.org/

January 23, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

Legendary Musician, Husband, Father, and Friend David Crosby passes away

From the Wife of David Crosby

It is with great sadness after a long illness, that our beloved David (Croz) Crosby has passed away. He was lovingly surrounded by his wife and soulmate Jan and son Django. Although he is no longer here with us, his humanity and kind soul will continue to guide and inspire us. His legacy will continue to live on through his legendary music. Peace, love, and harmony to all who knew David and those he touched. We will miss him dearly. At this time, we respectfully and kindly ask for privacy as we grieve and try to deal with our profound loss. Thank you for the love and prayers. Contact Details J.Bickerton mediacontact-JBPR@gmail.com

January 19, 2023 03:15 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Arrived Homes: Have You Always Wanted To Invest In Real Estate, But Lack The Capital? This Just May Be Your Answer

Benzinga

By Johnny Rice, Benzinga Real Estates has long been regarded as one of the best investments possible. Unfortunately, the investment required in both time and money is prohibitive to many. Arrived Homes is looking to solve this by providing a platform through which investors can buy into rental properties for as little as $100. As Arrived Homes CEO Ryan Frazier puts it, “Our goal is to make the wealth building potential of owning rental homes & vacation rentals more accessible. We believe we can do that by simplifying the process, and lowering the cost to get started.” Learn more here: This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

January 19, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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