YipTV Announces Addition Of Newsmax TV To Channel Lineup
October 06, 2015
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Oct. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ --YipTV, the fast-growing Over the Top (OTT) service that brings live TV broadcasts from around the world to tens of millions of multi-lingual foreign-born consumers living in the United States, today announced the addition of Newsmax TV to its expanding and increasingly diverse channel lineup.
The addition of Newsmax TV, America's fastest-growing cable news and information channel, targeting the underserved baby boomer audience, raises the number of channels from YipTV to 90, with many more to be added soon. YipTV launched in May with 50 channels.
With headquarters in West Palm Beach and Boca Raton, Fla., plus additional studios in New York and, soon, Washington D.C., Newsmax TV offers independent news from a heartland perspective, giving viewers the latest on politics and current events, as well as practical information on health, money and lifestyle that is relevant to a large adult audience. In the run-up to the 2016 election season, Newsmax TV is offering extensive coverage of the candidates and their campaigns.
Newsmax TV is available to more than 40 million U.S. homes via cable and satellite services such as DISH, DIRECTV and Verizon FiOS, and is simulcast across all smartphones and OTT devices. More than 100 million Americans can tune into Newsmax TV free via online, mobile and tablet apps, and OTT platforms like YipTV.
"At YipTV, we're committed to bringing our subscribers a lineup of TV content that no other provider offers," said CEO Michael Tribolet. "That's the reason we're adding Newsmax TV to the rich blend of channels we're making available and we're pleased to do so, especially because of its focus on the early presidential campaigns. We know that topic is one our subscribers are watching closely."
"We think Newsmax TV's coverage of the issues, news and events and our informed commentary offer something for everyone, and so we're happy to be available via YipTV," Newsmax Media CEO Christopher Ruddy said. "By targeting more than 40 million foreign-born people living in the U.S. today, they are reaching an important audience for us."
YipTV is the first multi-channel Over the Top (OTT) television provider of personalized, low-cost TV content that eliminates the need for cable or satellite TV subscriptions. With availability over any type of wired or wireless broadband connection, YipTV uses Internet-based delivery technology to provide affordable access to international programming content at only $14.99 a month, with no long-term service commitments or contracts.
The company always offers 15 of its channels at no charge for an unlimited period of time – with no credit card or contract required at membership sign-up -- and nine of its Premium TV channels are free for a one-week trial period.
Subscribers sign up for YipTV at www.yiptv.com, then download apps for iOS or Android devices from the Apple AppStore or GooglePlay. In addition to Android- or iOS-enabled smart devices, YipTV lets subscribers explore a whole world of live telecasts using a Smart TV, laptop or desktop computer. YipTV also can be viewed on a traditional TV screen using an Apple TV™ or a Google Chromecast™ device.
YipTV, Inc., is a privately held company with offices in West Palm Beach, Fla., and New Brunswick, N.J., that provides low-cost, television channels, including domestic and international network content. Founded in 2012, YipTV is an Over the Top (OTT) television content provider that distributes over 90 channels and programs in multiple languages, letting members watch YipTV on televisions, tablets, computers, smartphones and other Internet-enabled devices. YipTV sends video content via the public internet to broadband users, bypassing legacy cable systems and head end technology, and then passes that savings directly to the consumer. For more information, please visit https://www.yiptv.com/.
About Newsmax Media, Inc.
Founded in 1998 and based in West Palm Beach and Boca Raton, Florida, Newsmax Media is a privately held television and online media organization. In addition to being the parent company that is launching Newsmax TV, its media holdings and products include The Newsmax Feed Network, Newsmax.com, Moneynews.com, Newsmaxhealth.com, Newsmax Magazine and more than a dozen health and financial online and print newsletters. Newsmax.com is acknowledged as one of the most trafficked politics focused websites reaching more than 10 million unique visitors monthly. Newsmax.com has more than 4 million email subscribers as well as a syndicated news feed network that reaches close to 50 million baby boomers monthly, according to comScore. Newsmax TV's approach has been to offer independent news from a heartland perspective, giving viewers not only the latest on politics and current events, but practical information on health, money and lifestyle.
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News / 28th September 2020
An initiative aimed at encouraging the public to #GiftTheCity and support Belfast city centre businesses has been announced by the Business Improvement Districts: (BIDs) Belfast One, Linen Quarter BID and Destination CQ. Funded and managed by the BIDs, the initiative is a call to the public to support the local economy through the Belfast City Centre Gift Card.
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October 21, 2015
CALGARY– Calgarians participating in an Alberta Health Services (AHS) supervised exercise program are feeling stronger and healthier, leading to fewer doctor visits and less time in emergency departments.
A recent study looked at more than 2,700 clients in the AHS Calgary Zone who completed the exercise program between 2011 and 2013. Results showed program participants made 30 per cent fewer visits to their family doctor one year after completing the exercise program. That number was even greater for patients who had multiple chronic conditions; those individuals reported a 35 per cent drop in doctor visits. Similarly, participants visited an emergency department 40 per cent less one year after beginning in the program.
“My kudos to the health care professionals and the participants of this study,” says Sarah Hoffman, Minister of Health. “This kind of research is crucial to not only health professionals so they can give the best advice and care to patients, but also individuals who want to take an active role in improving their health.
Supervised exercise is part of AHS’ Alberta Healthy Living Program, which supports those living with chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, obesity and heart disease. In addition to exercise, the program provides patient education, self-management workshops and one-on-one nutrition counselling.
“One of AHS’ primary goals is engaging Albertans as partners and providing them with the supports they need to improve their health, or maintain their good health – and that’s precisely what the Alberta Healthy Living Program is doing,” says Teresa Krahn, program manager in the AHS Calgary Zone. “We’re keeping people healthy in their communities and, by doing so, we’re also easing pressures on our health system.”
Participants learn how to use exercise equipment, understand the principles of how to exercise safely, are provided with information and education on the components of exercise (how to improve heart health, strength, flexibility and balance), and are provided with the tools to be able to develop their own exercise program. They are also provided support in transitioning to a community exercise program.
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Shirley Servis, 73, was worried about her loss of flexibility, particularly the risk of falling on winter ice. The Calgary woman started the program at her local YMCA last spring after being referred by her family doctor.
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I have a confession to make. I’m a big softie when it comes to movies. I shed tears at the drop of a hat. But I usually don’t cry during a film trailer. But Beasts of the Southern Wild — both the trailer and the film itself — made me weep.
A strange, haunting, breathtaking dystopian fantasy — it contends with polar ice caps melting, prehistoric creatures, lands flooding, and the bonds of family. With its lush scenes, poignant and complex characters, and achingly beautiful music, it stirred emotions and memories long forgotten. It’s a triumph of the human spirit. And the best part? At the bittersweet film’s center is a little girl.
The film’s female protagonist is Hushpuppy, a 6-year-old African American girl who lives with her father on an island called the Bathtub. And she is a breath of fresh air. Played with depth, nuance and sensitivity, newcomer Quvenzhané Wallis — who’s already generating lots of Oscar buzz — dazzles on-screen. Her luminous personality captivating you at every moment. She’s been called “a miniature force of nature.” And I couldn’t think of a more perfect description. It’s hard to believe Wallis was only 5 years old when she filmed the movie.
Hushpuppy is a pint-sized powerhouse. An indomitable survivor. She’s brave, tough and strong-willed. There’s a fierce intensity, and an old wisdom behind her eyes. Honest, vulnerable and sweet – she is the film’s moral compass, its anchor.
Too often with films with daughters, they merely exist so we can see how the parents react to them. But here, we witness the story unfold from Hushpuppy’s perspective. Director and co-screenwriter Benh Zeitlin said he made a conscious decision to only yield information Hushpuppy has access to. We the audience see only what she sees. She narrates the film throughout so we always know her thoughts and feelings. But honestly, even if you erased all the narration, you would still know because of Wallis’ expressive face and body language. Through her narration, we peek a glimpse into her psyche. Hushpuppy utters poetic and sage musings:
“When it all goes quiet behind my eyes, I see everything that made me flying around in invisible pieces… Everybody loses the thing that made them. The brave men stay and watch it happen. They don’t run.”
“I see that I am a little piece of a big, big universe, and that makes it right.”
Hushpuppy frequently lets out this little scream that reminds me of a warrior cry akin to Xena. It’s as if she’s declaring, “I’m here world. Deal with it.” She carries the weight of the world on her shoulders. Yet there’s a buoyancy to her spirit. Putting animals up to her ear so she can “listen to their innermost desires,” savoring each bite of food she eats…these bring her joyous rapture. Hushpuppy is the film’s moral compass and anchor. We see the whole world through her eyes.
While at times it looks the same, the world in Beasts of the Southern Wild is not ours. The Bathtub was inspired by the real Louisiana island Isle de Jean Charles, which is frequently flooded and is “cut off from the levee system.” Beneath the surface of this strange fantasy, it feels like an allegory of Hurricane Katrina. Although director and screenwriter Zeitlin insists the film is not about Katrina. An apocalyptic fantasy grounded in realism, Zeitlin discussed the film’s message:
“It’s a folk tale about the emotional experience of what it’s like to have to survive the end of your world, and to lose the things that made you.”
Despite his protestations, the parallels between Beasts of the Southern Wild and Hurricane Katrina are uncanny. The film contends with how to survive losing your home amongst horrific destruction and how we shouldn’t turn our back on people. Again feeling like a parallel to the way the government turned its back on Katrina survivors, particularly the survivors of color. The film also contains a strong message of environmentalism. If we continue down the same path of environmental degradation, we may destroy the planet. The philosophy that we are all connected reverberates throughout the film. Especially when Hushpuppy says:
“The whole universe depends on everything fitting together just right. If one piece busts, even the smallest piece…the entire universe will get busted.”
Beasts of the Southern Wild features a disturbing yet loving relationship between Hushpuppy and her ailing father Wink (Dwight Henry), an alcoholic, who vacillates between joyful hope and pained anger. In the beginning, he’s cold and cruel, alcohol warping his lucidity and judgment. He knows he has to take care of her and teach her how to survive in the world. But he seems to resent it as he can barely take care of himself. We eventually see his benevolent streak as he looks for survivors. By the end of the film, I broke down in silent sobs as we witness the strength of their bond.
Too often in film and TV, black fathers are absent, either dead or incarcerated. So it was great that here was a black father. And Henry imbued depth, anger, pain and hope into his character. But why did he have to be so broken? Why can’t we see a positive representation of a black father?
Like many fantasies and fairy tales, we witness an absent mother. But Hushpuppy’s mother’s presence is very much alive. Hushpuppy carries around a sports jersey, a symbol of her mother. She has imaginary conversations with her mother. When she sees a blinking beacon off on the horizon, she believes it’s her mother beckoning her. We also see a maternal figure in Miss Bathsheeba (Gina Montana) who nurtures and cares for all the children of the Bathtub. As her world begins to crumble, Hushpuppy eventually goes in search of her mother. In her journey, Hushpuppy traverses the land with three young girls at her side.
The film boasts strong, resilient, outspoken women and girls. And the stereotypically feminine trait of caretaking is lauded and celebrated. Miss Bathsheeba tells the children that they’ve got to take care for those “littler and sweeter than them…that’s the most important lesson I can teach you.” Wink believes it’s his duty and responsibility to teach his daughter how to survive and take care of herself. Screenwriter Lucy Alibar said he ultimately teaches Hushpuppy:
“How to take care of people. How to take care of someone weaker than you. The strength of kindness. The strength of standing with some place, with your family.”
Sadly, through gendered language, the feminine is often denigrated and demeaned at worst and diminished at best.
Wink often says “man” to Hushpuppy, like “Hey, man.” When they arm wrestle he asks her, “Who’s the man?” To which she proudly replies, “I’m the man.” When Hushpuppy’s house is destroyed – yes, her and her father each have their own house with their own belongings – he draws a line separating Hushpuppy from his sphere, the masculine one. He tells her that no girly toys are allowed on his side, but that he can’t hit her on her own side, something in her favor (Um, what?? Yeah, I’m not cool with violence).
Wink often tells Hushpuppy, “No crying,” not allowing her emotions that depict weakness in his eyes. Even when we’re introduced to Miss Bathsheeba (Gina Watson), she’s telling the children not to be “pussies,” something uttered by Hushpuppy herself later in the film.
Food plays an integral role in the film, as sustenance, as a part of culture and as celebration. You see Hushpuppy, her father and their community eating seafood. While it was difficult for me to watch as a vegan, the feminist in me was thrilled that we see a girl eat. In reality, women and girls obviously eat. Due to the media’s policing of female bodies, women and girls have an antagonistic relationship to food. We don’t typically see female characters eating on-screen.
We also see a subtle commentary on gender performance and gender norms. When the residents of the Bathtub are transported to the mainland by the government, Hushpuppy is forced to wear a frilly, girlie-girl dress and tame her wild hair. Stripped of her identity and forced into conformity, she looks miserable. She doesn’t want to be constrained in gender stereotypes. Unconsciously, she wants to perform gender on her terms, not society’s.
I often lament the lack of female-centric films, particularly with women and girls of color. When we do see women, they usually appear as sidekicks or love interests to men. But not here. A black girl is front and center. And even though the film focuses on Hushpuppy’s relationship with her father, her relationship with her mother is equally as important.
We often see boys and men in films that showcase a hero’s journey or transformation. But here – in this film showcasing a triumph of the spirit – we see a journey with a strong-willed, opinionated girl of color. And I couldn’t be more thrilled.
Mystical, ethereal, surreal, touching – Beasts of the Southern Wild is all of these and yet so much more. Even as you watch the film, you might not understand or fully comprehend the meaning of the unusual plot. But let its poetic beauty, emotions and raw honesty wash over you. Let it sink in. For it will be a long time before another film like it – or another female hero as complex as Hushpuppy – comes our way.
Great review! I saw this movie over the weekend and definitely agree with the points you make. I loved the poetic, strong-willed character of Hushpuppy. And yes, it’s hard not to interpret the movie’s end-of-the-world plot and environmental disaster as a blatant reference to Hurricane Katrina.


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President Barack Obama is creating more controversy over the proposed Keystone XL Pipeline.
The president said the project should only be approved if it does not increase carbon pollution.
Supporters for the $7 billion pipeline argue it would create jobs.
Environmentalists said they are worried about the carbon-intensive oil it would carry from Canada.
According to the report from State Department, other methods of oil transportation contribute 8 percent more greenhouse gases than the Keystone Pipeline would.
The southern half of this project is already under construction, stretching from Cushing, Oklahoma, to the Gulf of Mexico.


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Thursday, 29 September 2016
Nakd (aka Natural Balance Foods) have launched a new range of "premium, grown up snacks" called Posh Bits. These replace the Nakd Bits range that have been out for a while now, to the disappointment of many fans I'm sure.
Like all Nakd products, these are a mixture of raw fruit and nuts "smooshed together", and are raw, vegan, dairy free and gluten free. Here's the ingredients list:
Also here's the Nutrition Information, for those who like details of calories and fat etc.
If these are indeed meant to replace Nakd Cocoa Orange Bits, they certainly do a good job of it...they're very tasty! I liked the differing shapes of the bits, there's hearts:
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Overall, I have to say these Cocoa Mandarin Posh Bits are a worthy successor to the Cocoa Orange Bits. The Mandarin gives them a juicier, sharper edge that is definitely more sophisticated and the different shapes make them fun to eat. They cost £2.75 a bag in Sainsbury's which is a bit steep for 130g, but they are worth it and I imagine they'll be reduced in price at some point.
9 out of 10.
Wednesday, 28 September 2016
These are part of Mondelez/Cadbury's "shrink everything except the bathroom sink" strategy of making money from customers, and they're doing a good job of it...they now make miniature versions of most of their products, from Cadbury Caramel Nibbles, to Bitsa Wispa, to Twirl Bites...there's even Cadbury Fudge Minis now! Those other products stand up fine when made into minis but how does Double Decker fare?
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The chocolate and filling is also ridiculously sweet and doesn't much resemble anything other than pure sugar...they're surprisingly tasteless.
Overall, I'm really not impressed with these Dinky Deckers, they just don't work in miniature form. I'll stick with the Cadbury Fudge Minis and Snickers Bites instead...both are far yummier!
5 out of 10.
Tuesday, 27 September 2016
So there's not one, not two, but three new popcorn flavours on shelves at the moment from Butterkist, and as well as that there's Pop Works & Company trying to muscle in on their territory...I can't keep up with it all! That hasn't stopped me seeking out and trying all of these new flavours, of course ;)
This Salted Caramel flavour is a permanent addition to the range, capitalising on the popularity of salted caramel flavoured...everything. I don't know if it differs in any way to the Butterkist Discoveries Salted Caramel popcorn that was out last year.
It's described as "popcorn coated with salted caramel flavour toffee" and is suitable for vegetarians as well as being gluten free. It contains milk so isn't vegan friendly unfortunately.
These were 79p over the weekend in Tesco along with the Choc Mallow flavour, so I snapped up both while I could (review of Choc Mallow due later!)
Opening the bag it smelled and looked pretty similar to regular Butterkist Toffee
It tastes different though...there's definitely a lick of salt with it, although it didn't taste as good as I'd hoped...it has a sweet syrupy, salty crunch but lacked the buttery flavour that makes "proper" caramel so yummy. I guess the clue was in the description...this isn't real caramel, just flavouring. I doubt they've altered the basic recipe they used for this compared to their toffee popcorn, apart from adding salt.
Overall, an ok popcorn but it doesn't live up to what salted caramel should be like. I would eat this again, but I much prefer the new Butterkist Yogurt Coated Popcorn.
7 out of 10.
Monday, 26 September 2016
Whilst perusing Morrisons chilled "Free From" range recently, I spotted something new and rather exciting...well, for anyone avoiding dairy or who is vegan, anyway. Coconut Milk rice pudding! Yes, I kid you not...rice pudding has now gone coco-nuts!
These are not only dairy free, but gluten free, nut free, soya free....and generally free from all allergens! The main ingredient is coconut cream, followed by sugar, rice, water, rice flour, potato starch, locust bean gum, salt and vanilla. They're also Vegan Society approved. I can't remember exactly how much I paid for them, but it was over the £2 mark.
I couldn't wait to get home to try these...so it's just as well I had my trusty spoon on hand with me to tuck in straightaway!
Opening the lid revealed quite a thick, stodgy rice pudding, no doubt thanks to the coconut cream. There were specks of vanilla easily visible within it, it had a lovely aroma.
Taking a spoonful, it was indeed quite thick and stodgy in texture...I was worried coconut cream and rice pudding wouldn't work together since coconut is rather fatty, but this actually tasted amazing! It was just as creamy, if not creamier than a regular milk rice pudding, with a satisfying thickness. The vanilla brings it to a whole new level...it's gorgeous combined with the creamy coconut. I opened the second pot straight after eating the first one, not because I felt unsatisfied but because these are so darn tasty!
Overall, I think these are a fantastic new addition to the Free From world...one of the best products I've tried in a while in fact. They're delicious, creamy and yet satisfying and not overly sugary. If you're vegan or dairy free for others reasons....try them! They're a keeper and I hope they stick around on shelves!
9 out of 10.
Sunday, 25 September 2016
There seems to be a war going on in the snacks world at the moment...who can shrink their products into miniature size the fastest?! Maybe it's a stealth tactic...to get you to part with your money of course.
Cadbury launched Dinky Deckers - bite size versions of Double Decker - only recently, but now they've gone a step further and chopped up their fudge bars to make them mini too...at first I thought this actually was a bag of Dinky Deckers since the packaging has a similar orange and purple colour scheme.
These cost £1 in Tesco Express, and contain 120g of mini Cadbury Fudge pieces, which are suitable for vegetarians, but it's not stated if they are manufactured near gluten or nuts.
Opening the bag, they had the typical milky comforting aroma usually associated with Cadbury fudge...
They tasted as expected; very sweet, with the chocolate tasting milky but not particularly chocolatey. Cadbury's chocolate quality really has gone downhill in recent years, it's on par with Nestle nowadays for being poor quality which is saying something. However the tasty fudge makes up for it...these are very moreish, and moreso in bitsize form than in their regular form.
Overall, what can I say, it's Cadbury Fudge but in mini form. The only real question now is what Mondelez will miniaturize next...
8 out of 10.
Saturday, 24 September 2016
Just a quick return of Spotted In Shops today for some new grocery items appearing in stores over the changing season...
Magnum Cookie Crumble: all I can say is Oh My God!!!
Magnum Mini Cookie Crumble White:
Haagen Dazs Honey Walnut and Cream:
Carte D'or Gelateria Apple Tarte:
Carte D'or Treats Ice Cream Pralines:
Ben & Jerry's One Sweet World:
Ben and Jerry's One Love Special Edition:
Tesco Mini Doubles Ice Creams: raspberry and salted caramel flavours
Twix Cheesecake and Mars Dessert Bar: now in Tesco!
Fox's Toffee Popcorn Crunch Creams:
Asda Salted Caramel Chocolate Spread:
Asda Dark Chocolate & Mint Spread:
Tesco Finest Limited Edition Black Forest Cake:
Tesco Limited Edition Sticky Toffee Apple Cake:
Thorntons Triple Layer Toffee Cake Bites...also available in Chocolate:
Galaxy Ultimate White Hot Chocolate: now in Tesco!
Tesco Bunny Bites: these look so cute!
Pizza Toast Spread:
Swizzel's Fun Gums Mini Milkshake Cup Cakes:
Tesco Christmas Tree Mint Ice Creams: also available in Vanilla
B Free Sweet Potato Gluten Free Wraps: made with sweet potato flour!
Cadbury Screme Egg Pots of Joy with Green Goo!:
Butterkist Choc Mallow Popcorn: One Treat has reviewed this!
Butterkist Salted Caramel Popcorn: I hope to review this soon!
The Groovy Food Co Organic Coconut Sugar:
That's it for today...but stay tuned as there will no doubt be lots more new stuff in shops over the next few months!
Alpro have launched a new range of Vegan Society approved, Dairy Free ice creams onto the market, all of which should be appearing in most Tesco stores soon. I've already reviewed the Hazelnut Chocolate variety, and today it's the turn of the Coconut.
Like the Hazelnut Chocolate one this is gluten free, soya free and is made with soluble gluco fibre (I still have no idea what that is!) and 13.3% coconut cream.
I was hoping the addition of coconut cream would improve the taste and texture of this compared to the Chocolate Hazelnut, and it has...but not by much.
This does have a vague coconutty flavour, and is creamier than the Chocolate Hazelnut variety. It reminds me of Carte D'or Coconut flavour ice cream that was available yeeeears ago, but sadly, it's again ruined by a weird stale taste presumably coming from the soluble gluco fibre. I didn't feel like eating much of it, which is rather unusual for me.
Overall, I appreciate that Alpro are bringing out Dairy Free Vegan ice creams, because we do need more dairy free options that don't rely on soya...but they need to up their game. There's companies in America that sell ice creams purely made from coconut milk so I don't see why it can't be done here...I guess we are still a nation scared of fat!
7 out of 10.
Have you tried this ice cream? What did you think of it? Let me know your thoughts in the comments...

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