Did You See That Press Release? Wackiest Pet Names, Top Party Schools Revealed

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Wackiest Pet Names of the Year Revealed

The results are in – Peanut Wigglebutt and Snuggles Butt Le Lee head the list of unforgettable monikers chosen as the Wackiest Pet Names of 2014.

Each year, Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. (VPI) celebrates the most clever, creative, and quirky pet names nationwide. After a thorough selection process, 50 priceless pup names and 50 kitty names were chosen from VPI’s database of more than 500,000 insured pets.

The top 10 dog and cat monikers were put to a public vote. Following are the top 10 Wackiest Dog and Cat Names of 2014.

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SIM USA President Bruce Johnson Addresses Media Upon Arrival of Ebola Patient Nancy Writebol at Emory University Hospital

On Aug. 5, SIM missionary and Ebola patient Nancy Writebol arrived for treatment at Emory University Hospital from Liberia. SIM held a press conference to update media on her condition. According to Bruce Johnson, president of SIM USA, Writebol is settling in at the medical facility. Her sons, Jeremy and Brian, will be able to visit her. Her husband, David, still remains in Liberia, but will join his wife in Atlanta soon. See the full release to learn more.

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BBC America Launches Doctor Who’s First Season Starring Peter Capaldi with Special Programming and Nationwide Theatrical Events

It’s a new beginning for the iconic series that explores all of space and time, as award-winning actor Peter Capaldi takes on the role of the mysterious time traveler, the Doctor.

BBC America will launch Capaldi’s first season of Doctor Who with special programming on the channel and theatrical events across the country with Fathom Events. The new season of Doctor Who premieres Saturday, Aug. 23, 8 p.m. ET on BBC America. See the full release to learn more.

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List of 100 Best Party Schools for 2014-2015 Released

The list is in! Each year, students and alumni wait for the top party schools list to be released, hoping they will have something to celebrate. The list recently was released by Fiesta Frog, revealing the 100 schools in the U.S. that party the most. Although Fiesta Frog’s annual list often includes some of the most famous party schools year after year, there always are a few surprises. See the full release to learn what schools made the list.

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Watch Brand Timex Introduces Innovative Smartwatch

Timex has reached yet another milestone with the introduction of the TIMEX IRONMAN ONE GPS+, offering consumers stand-alone wireless connectivity without a phone. Timex is simplifying the wearable technology experience for all users, as TIMEX IRONMAN ONE GPS+ gives consumers the freedom to remain connected during any activity while leaving their phones and music devices behind. See the full release to learn more.

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Larry Grady is online content manager at PR Newswire for Journalists. He has worked in business media for nearly 30 years and enjoys reality TV and daydreaming about travel and wine.