Author: Lillian Jones

INDONESIA — The Instructor Development Course (IDC) Indonesia has emerged as a regional leader in professional scuba diving education, offering a refined, immersive pathway for aspiring PADI Instructors. Centered in the world-renowned Gili Islands, the program is rapidly becoming synonymous with quality, consistency, and international recognition in the professional dive community. Conducted at Blue Marlin Dive Gili Trawangan, the original PADI 5-Star IDC Centre in the Gili Islands, the program represents a cornerstone in Indonesia’s dive training infrastructure. With over 30 years of continuous operation, the center provides access to premier training environments, allowing candidates to develop their instructional capabilities within active, real-world dive settings. Heading the ID...

GILI TRAWANGAN, INDONESIA — In a strategic move to encourage early career planning among aspiring scuba diving professionals, the PADI Instructor Development Course (PADI IDC) in Gili Trawangan is now offering a 10% early bird discount on both the IDC and Emergency First Response Instructor (EFRI) course for all bookings made in advance for any remaining dates through the end of 2025. Positioned at the heart of the Gili Islands, the program is led by Platinum PADI Course Director Holly Macleod, a veteran educator with over 20 years of global diving experience. Her instructor-level courses, conducted at the prestigious Blue Marlin Dive Gili Trawangan, blend academic precision with real-world application, empowering candidates to enter the professional dive industry with confidence and co...

GILI TRAWANGAN, INDONESIA — Aspiring scuba instructors seeking high-quality training and certification have an opportunity to benefit from a limited-time 10% discount on the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) in Gili Trawangan. This offer is valid for the remainder of the year, provided bookings are made in advance. As the global dive industry rebounds and demand for certified instructors continues to rise, this initiative serves as both a financial incentive and a career advancement opportunity. The PADI IDC program in Gili Trawangan is conducted by PADI Platinum Course Director Holly Macleod, a globally respected educator known for producing world-class instructors. With over 3,500 certified instructors trained under her guidance and 13 consecutive years of Platinum-level recogn...

GILI ISLANDS, INDONESIA — Those planning to take the next step in their professional diving career in 2025 can now secure a place on the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) in the Gili Islands at a discounted rate. A 10% early bird discount is now available for all candidates who book their spot in advance for any of the 2025 IDC programs led by PADI Platinum Course Director Holly Macleod. Renowned for producing highly skilled and industry-ready scuba diving instructors, the PADI IDC Gili Islands program offers one of the most comprehensive and globally respected instructor training experiences available. The course is hosted at Blue Marlin Dive, a prestigious PADI 5-Star IDC Center located in Gili Trawangan, with modern facilities and direct access to some of Indonesia’s most vibr...

A groundbreaking shift in family entertainment has been announced with the launch of KINHANK Motion X, an innovative motion‑tracking console engineered to transform passive screen time into active, joyful family engagement. Key Highlights: AI‑Powered Full‑Body Motion Tracking Advanced 3D depth‑sensing AI detects body movements—jumping, squatting, stretching, dancing and more—to deliver a responsive gaming experience without handheld controllers. Controller‑Free, Wearable‑Free Interaction Eliminates wearable devices by capturing full-body motion via a camera, enabling play suitable for all ages and physical abilities. Universal TV Compatibility via HDMI A simple plug‑and‑play setup connects with any television via HDMI, activating the full suite of bui...

San Francisco, CA, 8th August 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Greenstar ATM, a top provider of compliant financial infrastructure for cannabis retailers, has launched an advanced hybrid payment system that addresses one of the most persistent operational headaches in cannabis retail: cash bottlenecks at checkout. With more consumers expecting to pay by card, dispensaries relying solely on cash transactions increasingly face slow lines, security concerns, and inefficient back-office processes. Greenstar ATM’s new tech solution merges in-store ATM placement, compliant PIN debit card processing, and real-time POS integration to streamline operations and give customers a smoother checkout experience. “Too many cannabis stores are losing revenue because they can’t move people through the line fast enoug...

San Francisco, CA, 8th August 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Greenstar ATM, a top provider of compliant financial infrastructure for cannabis retailers, has launched an advanced hybrid payment system that addresses one of the most persistent operational headaches in cannabis retail: cash bottlenecks at checkout. With more consumers expecting to pay by card, dispensaries relying solely on cash transactions increasingly face slow lines, security concerns, and inefficient back-office processes. Greenstar ATM’s new tech solution merges in-store ATM placement, compliant PIN debit card processing, and real-time POS integration to streamline operations and give customers a smoother checkout experience. “Too many cannabis stores are losing revenue because they can’t move people through the line fast enough...

Nashville, Tennessee, 8th August 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, On Tuesday, the Edgehill community came together in unity and purpose for National Night Out Against Crime, an annual event promoting neighborhood camaraderie and strengthening relationships between law enforcement and the community. Held on August 5th, the event was attended by dozens of residents, families, and officers from the Midtown Hills Precinct—alongside a unique presence: the Volunteer Ministers, who were on hand delivering help to those in need. Wearing their signature yellow shirts, the Volunteer Ministers provided Assists—simple yet powerful techniques developed by humanitarian L. Ron Hubbard, that help bring relief from stress, injury, or trauma. Community members who received an Assist reported feeling calmer, lighter, a...

California, US, 8th August 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Craig Shults, Controller and Chief Financial Officer at JSL Construction, has been featured in a newly released spotlight feature exploring his dynamic career path and practical approach to leadership, resilience, and lifelong learning. The article, titled “Craig Shults: What a Self-Taught CFO from Upstate New York Can Teach Londoners About Resilience and Reinvention”, is now available on leading entrepreneurial platforms. The semi-biographical interview provides an in-depth look at Shults’ professional evolution—from his roots in the Mohawk Valley of Upstate New York through pivotal roles in insurance, home improvement sales, and ultimately the construction industry. The piece draws special attention to how Craig’s experiences mirror the cha...

Atlanta, GA, 8th August 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Anand Lalaji, co-founder and CEO of The Radiology Group, is using his latest feature interview—“Anand Lalaji on Building Trust in Healthcare Leadership”—to raise urgent awareness for two critical healthcare issues: mental health support for clinicians and access to radiology services in rural communities. In the wide-ranging Q&A, Lalaji shares how his working-class upbringing in Hell’s Kitchen and his experience as a volleyball setter shaped a leadership style rooted in consistency, humility, and trust. But beyond his personal story, he offers a frank assessment of the challenges facing healthcare today. “Burnout is real,” Lalaji says. “Radiologists are reading more studies than ever, with tighter timelines. And in rural areas, many hospital...