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Nearly 30 years after a crucial arrest that tied a string of burglaries to the Bosnian War, retired Port Authority of New York and New Jersey K9 Police Officer George O'Donnell and his daughter, Kelly Emanuel, have written a fictional crime novel that describes the intensive police manhunt for the thieves alongside the inner workings of the crime organization. "Manhattan Manhunt" is the first full-length novel for both authors.

AUBREY, Texas, March 3, 2023 (Newswire.com) - "Manhattan Manhunt" is a fictional crime novel inspired by retired Port Authority K-9 Police Officer George O'Donnell's work while stationed at the Port Authority Bus Terminal in the Hell's Kitchen area of New York City. In 1993, O'Donnell and his partner, a King Shepherd named Billion, captured 3 international jewel thieves in midtown Manhattan. NYPD detectives told George O'Donnell this arrest was instrumental for the NYPD, FBI, and Interpol to catch the masterminds behind highly sophisticated paramilitary-style burglaries in New York City and throughout the United States. The suspects were later tied to the YACS, an organized crime ring that helped fund the Bosnian War and sought to replace the Italian mafia after their "Pizza Connection" case convictions. 

While names, identifying characteristics, and other plot details have been changed, "Manhattan Manhunt" is a fantastic tale of police work in action. The novel weaves together two storylines: the first follows Detective Walsh and members of the NYPD task force investigating a series of jewelry store break-ins while the second follows a crime family working under "the Bard". In this back-and-forth narrative, the reader gets to see the twists and turns of the police investigation and the methods used by the Albanian mafia to commit these robberies. "Manhattan Manhunt" draws readers into the minds of the central players all involved. This novel will keep readers hooked to the end with its fascinating tales of determination and bravery and deception and betrayal.

Fans of crime fiction can purchase "Manhattan Manhunt" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble. Additional information is also available at http://www.manhattanmanhunt.com.

For more information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.

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Newman Springs Publishing is a full-service publishing house for serious authors. All titles are made available in both e-book and print formats. Newman Springs Publishing distributes to tens of thousands of retail outlets throughout North America and internationally.

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Original Source: New fiction, "Manhattan Manhunt" from George O'Donnell and Kelly Emmanuel draws on real-life 1993 arrest of international jewel thieves tied to funding the Bosnian War

The Red Bond is the latest short animated movie by multitalented Lebanese singer songwriter and director Imad Jack Karam, also known as IJK. The movie that tells the story of a hunter that follows a deer inside a mysterious cave has already won multiple festival awards and its soundtrack features a remix of The Red Light Inn, one of IJK's original singles. The Red Bond is now available globally on major streaming platforms.

TORONTO, March 3, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Singer-songwriter and director Imad Jack Karam's award-winning animated short "The Red Bond" is now available globally on major video streaming platforms including YouTube, Vimeo and Dailymotion. Officially released today, the short movie tells the gripping story of a hunter who chases a deer into a mysterious cave and features beautiful drawings and a vibrant 2D animation set in a captivating, fantasy world.

"The Red Bond" has already won multiple awards at the IndieFest Film Awards, the Reale Film Festival and World Film Carnival Singapore. It has also made the official selection at several other notable film festivals around the world, including the New York Movie Awards, the Lebanese Independent Film Festival and TAF Thessaloniki Animation Festival, to name a few.

The movie's soundtrack features a brand-new remix of "The Red Light Inn", an original single by Lebanese singer-songwriter Imad Jack Karam, with a haunting melody and compelling lyrics that add depth to the story.

"We are thrilled to share 'The Red Bond' with audiences worldwide and we hope they will find the movie engaging and enjoyable," says director and writer Imad Jack Karam, also known by his stage name IJK.

According to IJK, "The Red Bond" explores a deeper meaning that addresses a major world issue. 

"The film encourages viewers to reflect on the allegory presented and to find their own interpretation, making it a thought-provoking experience" adds Imad Jack Karam.

To watch "The Red Bond," please visit https://youtu.be/--9knQmmhxU

About Imad Jack Karam

Imad Jack Karam is a singer-songwriter with Lebanese and Greek origins currently based in Canada. He is renowned for his signature rock & roll style, soaring vocals and innovative sound blending elements of pop, rock and electronic music.

Also known by his initials as IJK, he has lived, performed and recorded music in London, UK, and has collaborated with various international producers and musicians.

www.imadjackkaram.com

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Original Source: Lebanese Singer-Songwriter Imad Jack Karam's Award-Winning Film 'The Red Bond' Now Streaming Globally

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As the highest-ranking media company, Pray.com bested all companies' average growth rate of 559%

LOS ANGELES, March 1, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Inc. Magazine announced Pray.com as No. 4 on its third annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Pacific list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing Pacific private companies, based in Alaska, Hawaii, California, Oregon, and Washington. Pray.com is the No. 1 media company on the list. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful private companies within the Pacific economy generating sustainable growth and jobs.

"We are grateful that God has given Pray.com the opportunity to inspire millions of people from 183 different countries. We continue to work to make prayer a priority every day," said Pray.com founder and CEO Steve Gatena. "We appreciate the industry recognition of our accomplishments, but what means more is what this represents - we are helping grow faith, cultivate community, and leave a legacy of helping others."

Pray.com is a social impact company and the world's #1 app for daily prayer and faith-based media content. The mobile app helps 14 million users make prayer a priority with daily devotionals, hear the Bible come to life, and fall asleep to Bedtime Bible stories. 

Pray.com couldn't do this without the invaluable partnerships with ministries and pastors who provide the inspirational teaching to help millions of Christians around the world grow in their faith. This includes the "Bible in a Year with Jack Graham,"  which recently passed 10 million downloads. 

The companies on this list show a remarkable rate of growth, averaging 559%, and adding 14,536 jobs and $4.6 billion to the Pacific region's economy in 2021. Companies in Irvine, Santa Monica, and Venice, California had the highest growth rates, with Pray.com leading the media sector.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000 Regionals: Pacific, can be found at inc.com/pacific.

"This year's Inc. 5000 Regional winners represent one of the most exceptional and exciting lists of America's off-the-charts growth companies.  These are the companies you'll be hearing about for years to come," said Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. magazine.

About Pray.com
Founded in 2016 with a mission to grow faith and cultivate community, Pray.com is the world's No. 1 app for daily prayer, reaching more than 14 million people worldwide. Pray.com provides encouragement and inspiration through daily devotionals, Pastor podcasts, and Bedtime Bible Stories. Pray.com founders are Steve Gatena, Mike Lynn, Ryan Beck and Matthew Potter. See more at www.alarryross.com/pray-com.  

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The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. 

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Original Source: Pray.com Ranks No. 4 on Inc. Magazine's List of the Pacific Region's Fastest-Growing Private Companies

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