Lumzag returns to CES 2019 after a successful crowdfunding campaign with new products, designs and innovations.
Lumzag Inc, the developer and creator of Lumzag Smart Bags returns to CES 2019 with a completely new finished design. With a perfect mix of security, innovation , luxurious styling Lumzag proved to be a huge hit at last years CES 2018 and went on to become a successful crowdfunded project. With over $700,000 funding and over 3000 Backers Lumzag Shined Bright in the Start-up scene and became an international hit!
Lumzag Smart Bags are a brain child of our founder, Armen Poghosyan. “Despite of backpacks abundance flooding the market none of them offers more than one smart feature, and fail to meet all our demands”, - Armen said. “That’s the reason we have started to develop Lumzag. We are excited to create a product that not only makes people’s life easier satisfying requirements they place on backpacks nowadays, but also gives them peace of mind. Our mission is to make people worry less and feel secure, which is very important in our stressful, hectic life”
The Smart bags come with 7 smart features that bring security and convenience to ones bag. These features include:

• Built-in Wireless Charger & Power Bank
• Missing Item Reminder
• Inside Light
• Open Alert & Remote Anti-theft Alarm
• Real Time GPS tracking
• Back View Camera
• Global Wifi Hotspot
  
  Presented in the trinity of the Backpack, Messenger Bag and CrossBody, Lumzag Smart Bags are the ultimate definition of what you always missed in your bag: intelligence, power, safety and control. The bags come in two lines: Basic and Prime. Prime Bags will be crafted with Genuine Leather and Carbon Fiber, while Basic models will be made of Premium Cordura Nylon. Both Bags include YKK zippers that make a water resistant shield and have an overall progressive, modern look.
  Lumzag is currently in production stage, we have spent the last few months stress testing our products to make sure everything is working in the absolute best way. As we continue to produce more of our signature bags , this year we are giving CES the first look at our next line of Lumzag bags. These are never before seen models that will be the next line of Lumzag Smart bags. 

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression is the leading cause of sickness and depression in the world. Nikki Webber Allen opens up about her personal experience with anxiety and depression. She discusses the stigma that often surrounds the idea of depression and how this stigma needs to be broken down. Join Nikki Webber Allen in starting the conversation about dealing with depression. 

If you didn't get a chance to see Taylor Swift's Reputation Stadium Tour, this could be your chance! Netflix has announced that Taylor Swift Reputation Stadium Tour movie is coming to their streaming service. The movie will be available for streaming starting on December 31, 2018 and will be showing the U.S. leg of her world tour. The movie will feature performances from Swift's famous friends such as Camila Cabello, Charlie XCX and Selena Gomez. Watch the trailer for the movie below: 

ParkMobile is a smartparking solution that is coming to Columbus in the new year. Starting on January 22, 2019 drivers in the Columbus area will be able to use the Parkmobile app to make their parking experience faster and easier. Once a driver gets their car in the designated parking spot, they can pay for their parking from their phone. The app will send notifications to the user if the time is running out on their meter and they can renew it from their phone if necessary. Columbus is planning on adding a mobile payment option to all 4,500 parking meters in the city in late 2019. For more information about the Parkmobile app, click here. 

The Columbus Museum of Art is hosting its annual Wonderball. Wear your favorite black & white attire, get moving and party for creativity during the art party of the season featuring DJs and live music, bites from Columbus’ best eateries,  artisan cocktails, creative experiences, artist performances and more. Wonderball attendance helps support a vibrant arts community and programs like Teen Open Studio, Sparking Imaginations, Art of Analysis, and Young Child Studio. The event will take place on January 26 at 8pm. To purchase tickets click here.


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Philanthropitch is a social impact competition with the mission to scale nonprofits. This fast paced competition is  coming to Columbus, OH on March 4, 2019 at the Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre. The goal is to help launch local nonprofits by providing risk capital that often aren't covered by traditional grants. This event is brought to the Columbus by Kiwanis Club of Columbus and co-hosted by Social Ventures. For more information about the event and tickets, click here.

My Brother's Keeper Alliance is hosting an online town hall meeting on December 12 at 2pm EST to address solutions to prevent youth violence. The event will be hosted by the MBK Alliance and Arne Duncan, former Secretary of Education and MBK Alliance Advisory Council Member. Duncan will be joined by representatives of Chicago CRED, New Life Center Chicagoland and Brokerick Johnson, the Chair of the MBK Alliance Advisory Council.
MBK Alliance was started in 2015 in order to ensure that boys, specifically boys of color, have the tools to succeed and grow. The initiative was orignially inspired by Obama's 2014 program, My Brother's Keeper, which worked to address the oppurtunity gap for boys. Soon after the launch of MBK Alliance, the Obama foundation made it an intiative of theirs in order to create a better future for the young men of America. 
For more information about MBK Alliance and the upcoming town hall, click here. 

Nationwide Children's Hospital just announced that they will be hosting a Therapeutics Showcase which will include a panel, networking with phsycians, scientists and investors and a post-event reception. The panel will include many notable members of the science community including:

• David Lennon, President, AveXis,
  
• Julie Kendle, Pharmacy Director in Clinical Drug Assessment, AETNA 
  
• Michael Storey, Coordinator, Medication Use and Formulary Managment, Nationwide Children's Hospital.

The event will be held at the Blackwell at The Ohio State University on  March 17, 2019 from 1-5 pm. For more information about the event and how to register, click here. 

Everyone around the world has been playing Fortnite nonstop. Season 7 has just dropped and here is what you have to look forward to in this new season. A map overhaul with snowy winter  conditions, five-seater airplane vehicles, a new wrap customization type for changing up the look of your weapons and vehicles, a ton of new skins, and Fortnite Creative Mode. Be sure to upgrade your battle pass today!

Featured below is former President George W. Bush tearing up while eulogizing his father, George H.W. Bush, at a state funeral in Washington. George H.W. Bush taught his son how to lead. George H.W. Bush was vice president to Ronald Reagan from 1981-1989. Following his vice presidency, H.W. Bush became president from 1989 to 1993. After leaving office, he engaged in humanitarian activities. 

The Krampus 5K & 10K is a virtual run happening all throughout December to help the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. This fun event can be done anywhere at anytime, so go on a run, jog or walk by yourself or grab a friend! You can complete a 5k, 10k, a half marathon and more if you want, you set the runs pace and length. Tickets for the race are $18, and includes the race medal and bib which will be shipped to you as soon as possible. 15% of every entry will go to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation to help find a cure for these diseases. For more information about The Krampus 5K and 10K, click here.