Michaels Hosts Halloween Hocus Pocus
September 30, 2010

More people celebrate Halloween big when it falls on a weekend, and since the holiday is on Sunday this year, Michaels, North America's largest arts and crafts specialty retailer, will offer a month of spooktacular events, creative costumes and devilish DIY decor ideas, all without a scary price tag.

To get in the Halloween spirit, all 1,030+ Michaels stores in the U.S. and Canada will host free in-store workshops beginning October 2 where customers can learn to make everything from quick costumes to not-so-tricky party treats, all for less than $7. On October 30, stores will hold a Free Family Event that includes in-store kids' costume parades, face painting and crafts. Visit www.michaels.com/halloween for a complete schedule of events.

"Halloween is a great time to show off your creativity because there are no rules -- the holiday goes wherever your imagination takes you," said Michaels' Chief Marketing Officer, Paula Puleo. "Michaels has plenty of products, projects and activities in our stores and online to help inspire people to enjoy the holiday without spending a lot of time or money."

Entertaining is eerier with Michaels' new Celebrate It Ravenhead Manor collection of Halloween decorations, including skulls, framed lenticular photos, candles and frightening floral arrangements for less than $15. Party essentials like themed plates, cups, napkins and a spider web table runner start at $1.29.

Costumes are a snap with Michaels' assortment of accessories including animal ears, hats, brooms, spiders, birds, chains, face paints and more. More costume, decor and party ideas can be found on www.michaels.com, which features hundreds of Halloween projects with complete instructions. Three new webisodes featuring Michaels Creative Expert Jo Pearson show viewers how to make a dragon costume for kids, a mummy door greeter and Day of the Dead skeleton marionettes.

Those in the Halloween spirit can put their creativity to the test with the "Spook-duck-ular Costume Contest" that runs through October 31. Customers can enter their Duck Tape costume creations in the adult or children's categories for a chance to win a $100 Michaels gift card each week. Ages 14 and older can enter at www.spookduckularhalloween.com.

About Michaels

Irving, Texas-based Michaels Stores, Inc. is North America's largest specialty retailer of arts, crafts, framing, floral, wall decor, and seasonal merchandise for the hobbyist and do-it-yourself home decorator. The company currently owns and operates more than 1,030 Michaels stores in 49 states and Canada, and over 140 Aaron Brothers stores, and produces ten exclusive private brands including Recollections, Studio Decor, Bead Landing, Creatology, Ashland, Celebrate It, Art Minds, Artist's Loft, Craft Smart and Loops & Threads. For more information visit www.Michaels.com.

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RELM Introduces P25 Trunking Products
September 30, 2010

RELM Wireless Corporation (NYSE Amex: RWC) today announced the achievement of a new product development milestone for the Company; introducing the first trunked versions of its expanding KNG-line of digital P-25 radio models. Trunked units are immediately available in the VHF, UHF and 700-800 MHz frequencies. These products expand RELM's addressable market and enable it to compete for a wide range of new opportunities.

RELM President and CEO David Storey commented, "P25 trunking has been one of our prime strategic objectives for a number of years. We are delighted to introduce a broad offering of trunked portable and mobile radios in our initial launch. Trunking is a very important component of our strategic business plans. It positions RELM for growth by enabling us to compete in a large segment of the land mobile radio market that was previously beyond our capabilities. With trunking now available, our state-of-the-art KNG line gives RELM the most formidable and competitive product offerings in its history. We are looking forward to capitalizing on these advantages in the months ahead."

About APCO Project 25 (P25)

APCO Project 25 (P25), which requires interoperability among compliant equipment regardless of the manufacturer, was established by the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials and is approved by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The shift toward interoperability gained momentum as a result of significant communications failures during events such as the Oklahoma City bombings, the 9/11 attacks and Hurricane Katrina. RELM was one of the first manufacturers to develop P25-compliant technology.

About RELM Wireless Corporation

As an American Manufacturer for more than 60 years, RELM Wireless Corporation has produced highspecification twoway communications equipment of unsurpassed reliability and value for use by public safety professionals and government agencies, as well as radios for use in a wide range of commercial and industrial applications. Advances include a broad new line of leading digital twoway radios compliant with APCO Project 25 specifications. RELM's products are manufactured and distributed worldwide under BK Radio and RELM brand names. The Company maintains its headquarters in West Melbourne, Florida and can be contacted through its web site at www.relm.com or directly at 18008212900. The Company's common stock trades on the NYSE Amex market under the symbol "RWC".

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements that are made pursuant to the "Safe Harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act Of 1995. These forward-looking statements concern the Company's operations, economic performance and financial condition and are based largely on the Company's beliefs and expectations. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company, or industry results, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors and risks include, among others, the following: risks relating to the current financial crisis and adverse economic conditions; reliance on contract manufacturers; heavy reliance on sales to the U.S. Government; federal, state and local budget deficits and spending limitations; limitations in available radio spectrum for use by land mobile radios; general economic and business conditions amid the financial crisis; changes in customer preferences; competition; changes in technology; changes in business strategy; the debt and inventory levels of the Company; quality of management, business abilities and judgment of the Company's personnel; and the availability, terms and deployment of capital. Certain of these factors and risks, as well as other risks and uncertainties, are stated in more detail in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009 and in the Company's subsequent filings with the SEC. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and the Company assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements.

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Fannie Mae anuncia apoyo a militares propietarios de viviendas
September 30, 2010

En un evento celebrado hoy en el Pentágono, Fannie Mae (OTC Bulletin Board: FNMA) y el Ejército de los Estados Unidos anunciaron nuevas iniciativas para ayudar a evitar la ejecución hipotecaria a los miembros del servicio que tengan dificultades para pagar sus hipotecas. La iniciativa incluye una tolerancia en el pago hipotecario de hasta seis meses cuando la muerte o las lesiones de un miembro del servicio en servicio activo provoquen dificultades a las familias de los militares afectados con una obligación hipotecaria.

La compañía anunció también la creación de una línea de urgencia especial, 877-MIL-4566, disponible para brindar orientación sobre opciones hipotecarias y ayuda para la inscripción a todos los miembros del servicio.

"Los hombres y las mujeres de nuestras Fuerzas Armadas han demostrado un gran compromiso con nuestro país al enfrentarse a desafíos únicos como consecuencia de su trabajo", declaró Jeff Hayward, vicepresidente senior de la Organización de Servicios Nacionales de Fannie Mae. "Ninguna familia afectada por una muerte o lesiones en cumplimiento del deber debería tener que enfrentar el peso adicional de una ejecución hipotecaria como consecuencia del problema. Queremos hacer todo lo posible para ofrecer apoyo a estas familias en momentos de necesidad, pues honramos su sacrificio y su servicio a nuestra nación".

La Honorable Katherine Hammack, subsecretaria del Ejército (Instalaciones y Medio Ambiente), subrayó: "Los que prestamos servicios junto a nuestros militares somos conscientes del gran sacrificio que hacen ellos y sus familias día a día. La iniciativa de Fannie Mae y la comunidad de préstamos reconoce ese sacrificio y demuestra su gratitud a aquellos que enfrentan dificultades económicas como consecuencia de su trabajo. Estamos profundamente agradecidos por esta reconfortante respuesta de la comunidad de préstamos, que son socios en el diseño y la puesta en práctica de esta iniciativa".

Los integrantes del servicio o sus cónyuges supervivientes que puedan ser elegibles para la tolerancia especial deben ponerse en contacto con su compañía hipotecaria. La compañía hipotecaria puede otorgar una tolerancia de hasta seis meses de acuerdo con los lineamientos de "Unique Hardships" (Dificultades Únicas) de Fannie Mae, con aprobación de Fannie Mae. Bajo la tolerancia, la compañía hipotecaria puede reducir o suspender los pagos mensuales del solicitante del préstamo durante el período especificado. Los informes a la agencia de informes crediticios se suspenderán durante el período de tolerancia para minimizar cualquier impacto desfavorable.

Fannie Mae ha creado también materiales impresos que estarán disponibles en bases militares para ayudar a los miembros del servicio a entender sus opciones si tienen problemas para hacer sus pagos hipotecarios. Otro recurso para los propietarios de viviendas en dificultades es el nuevo sitio web de educación al consumidor de Fannie Mae, KnowYourOptions.com. El sitio resume las alternativas disponibles para los propietarios de viviendas y ofrece orientación sobre cómo pueden comunicarse con su compañía hipotecaria y trabajar con ella para buscar soluciones.

Se anima a los miembros del servicio a visitar www.KnowYourOptions.com/Military o llamar a la Línea de Urgencia de Apoyo a Militares de Fannie Mae, 877-MIL-4566.

El propósito de Fannie Mae es expandir las viviendas económicas y aportar capital global a las comunidades locales a fin de prestar servicio al mercado de viviendas de los Estados Unidos. Fannie Mae tiene un estatuto federal y opera en el mercado hipotecario secundario de los Estados Unidos para mejorar la liquidez del mercado hipotecario proporcionando fondos a los banqueros hipotecarios y a otros prestadores para que puedan otorgar préstamos a los compradores de viviendas. Nuestro trabajo es ayudar a aquellos que proporcionan viviendas en los Estados Unidos.

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El joven prodigio del milln de dlares en Internet lanza el 'verdadero' Face Book
September 30, 2010

Un emprendedor británico que cinco años atrás embolsara $1m con su sitio Web The Million Dollar Homepage – en el cual los anunciantes compraron píxeles de una página Web por un dólar cada vez – está de vuelta con una idea de $3m a la cual describe como el "verdadero" face book.

El proyecto de Alex Tew, 26, se denomina One Million People (Un millón de personas). Los usuarios de Internet pueden comprar un spot por $3 y luego subir una foto de ellos mismos. Tew imprimirá un libro titulado "un face book verdadero y real", una vez que se complete el millón de spots.

"El objetivo es tomar una instantánea de la generación del Facebook e inmortalizar un millón de rostros en un llamativo libro impreso", explicó. "Será un símbolo físico eterno de la revolución social en la Web y del modo en que hoy más que nunca, todos somos parte de una comunidad global".

Originalmente, Tew saltó a la fama cuando en 2005, como estudiante sin dinero que esperaba evitar grandes deudas, creó The Million Dollar Homepage: un esquema simple y atrevido para vender un millón de píxeles de espacio publicitario a $1 cada uno. El sitio se transformó en una sensación mundial en Internet y alcanzó su objetivo en 4 meses.

Tew admite que su nuevo proyecto está inspirado en su creación anterior. "The Million Dollar Homepage fue una instantánea de Internet en esa época, un tapiz vibrante de diferentes avisos y logos. Estaba pensando lo mucho que Internet ha cambiado a lo largo de los últimos cinco años, y eso fue lo que me dio la idea: reinventemos el concepto y tomemos una foto de la Web actual; la Web social".

De acuerdo a lo manifestado por Tew, más de 1,000 personas han firmado desde que el sitio se lanzó a comienzos de esta semana, y también reveló que está reservando el primer espacio del libro para el fundador y CEO de Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg.

"Mark es un genio que ha revolucionado el modo en que nos comunicamos y compartimos, y no puedo pensar en nadie más apto para ocupar el prestigioso primer lugar en el libro", explicó Tew. "Su invitación ya está en camino, y espero que acepte".

El proyecto se puede visitar en http://www.onemillionpeople.com

Las fotos de Alex Tew están disponibles en Getty Images y en http://bit.ly/alextew

Contacto:
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info@onemillionpeople.com
http://www.onemillionpeople.com

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Def Jam Rapstar Confirms Beastie Boys, Notorious B.I.G., Snoop Dogg and More in Game
September 30, 2010

Today, 4mm Games, Def Jam Interactive and Terminal Reality are excited to reveal the final seven tracks that will be available in Def Jam Rapstar, the first true interactive Hip Hop music game experience coming October 5th to the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Wii™.

The ultimate emcee experience, Def Jam Rapstar is the only music game that focuses exclusively on Hip Hop, you and your social networks. With more than 40 of the greatest Hip Hop songs available at release, from The Beastie Boys "Brass Monkey" to "Big Poppa" by The Notorious B.I.G., Snoop Dogg's classic "Gin and Juice" and more, Def Jam Rapstar allows YOU to be the star by rhyming, using your console camera, and uploading your video to the fully integrated Def Jam Rapstar community at www.defjamrapstar.com.

Def Jam Rapstar is also pleased to announce that 9th Wonder will be providing exclusive instrumental beats for Def Jam Rapstar's Freestyle Mode, as well as confirm additional tracks by Cool & Dre and DJ Khalil. Def Jam Rapstar's Freestyle Mode allows aspiring emcees the chance to deliver their own original rhymes over never before heard tracks by some of today's hottest producer's.

New Confirmed Tracks Include


ARTIST	TRACK

Beastie Boys	Brass Monkey
Kanye West	Stronger
Lil' Kim	Crush On You
Notorious B.I.G.	Big Poppa
Rob Base	It Takes Two
Snoop Dogg	Gin and Juice
Soulja Boy Tell'em	Turn My Swag On

New Producers Confirmed Include


PRODUCER	TRACK

9th Wonder	Hand's Up
9th Wonder	Jamla
Bangladesh	Patron
Boi-1da	Dance
Cool & Dre	Public Enemy
DJ Khalil	LAX

Co-published by Konami Digital Entertainment Inc. and Autumn Games, Def Jam Rapstar will offer a software only version of the game that will retail for $59.99 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 and $49.99 on Wii, as well as a bundled version that will include software and one wired microphone for $69.99 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 and for $59.99 on Wii.

For more information of Def Jam Rapstar please go to www.defjamrapstar.com.

To follow Def Jam Rapstar on Twitter please visit www.twitter.com/defjamrapstar.

To download screenshots for the Def Jam Rapstar tracks announced today please visit: http://drop.io/ndxbvzu

Complete Def Jam Rapstar Track List


TRACK	ARTIST

2 Pac	I Get Around
50 Cent	I Get Money
A Tribe Called Quest	Scenario
Beastie Boys	Brass Monkey
Big Pun	Still Not A Player
Biz Markie	Just A Friend
Busta Rhymes	Put Your Hand's Where My Eyes Can See
Diddy featuring The Notorious B.I.G., Lil' Kim & The LOX	It's All About The Benjamins (Remix)
DJ Khaled featuring Akon, T.I., Rick Ross, Fat Joe, Baby & Lil' Wayne	We Takin' Over
DMX	Ruff Ryder's Anthem
Dr. Dre featuring Snoop Dogg	Nuthin' But A "G" Thang
Drake	Best I Ever Had
Fat Joe featuring Terror Squad	Lean Back
Ice Cube	Today Was A Good Day
Ja Rule featuring Ashanti	Always On Time
Jim Jones	We Fly High
Kanye West	Stronger
Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx	Gold Digger
Lil' Jon	Get Low
Lil' Kim	Crush On You
Lil' Wayne	A Milli
LL Cook J	Mama Said Knock You Out
Ludacris	Stand Up
Method Man featuring Mary J. Blige	You're All I Need/I'll Be There For You
Nas featuring Diddy	Hate Me Now
Nelly	Hot in Herre
Notorious B.I.G.	Juicy
Notorious B.I.G.	Big Poppa
Onyx	Slam
Outkast	So Fresh, So Clean
Pete Rock & CL Smooth	They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)
Public Enemy	Fight The Power
Public Enemy	Can't Truss It
Redman and Method Man	Da Rockwilder
Rob Base	It Takes Two
Run D.M.C.	Run's House
Salt-N-Pepa	Push It
Slick Rick	Children's Story
Snoop Dogg	Gin and Juice
Soulja Boy Tell'em	Turn My Swag On
T.I. featuring Rihanna	Live Your Life
Twista featuring Kanye West and Jamie Foxx	Slow Jamz
Wu Tang Clan	C.R.E.A.M.
Young Jeezy featuring Kanye West	Put On
Yung Joc	It's Goin' Down

Complete Def Jam Rapstar Freestyle Mode Producer List


PRODUCER	TRACK

9th Wonder	Jamla
9th Wonder	The Academy
Bangladesh	Gutter
Bangladesh	Patron
Boi-1da	Dance
Cool & Dre	Epidemic
Cool & Dre	Public Enemy
Danja	Nars
DJ Khalil	The Good Doctor
DJ Khalil	LAX
DJ Premier	Go Back
DJ Premier	JJ's Beat
Just Blaze	8 Bit
Just Blaze	On The One
Nitti Beats	Hand's Up

About Konami

Konami is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties. Konami's titles include the popular films Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, DanceDanceRevolution and Castlevania, among other top sellers. The latest information about Konami can be found on the Web at www.konami.com. KONAMI CORPORATION is a publicly traded company based in Tokyo, Japan with subsidiary offices, Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. in Tokyo, Japan, Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. in the United States and Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH in Frankfurt, Germany. KONAMI CORPORATION is traded in the United States on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KNM. Details of the products published by Konami can be found at www.konami.com.

KONAMI is a registered trademark of KONAMI CORPORATION.

About Def Jam Interactive

Def Jam Interactive, a division of Def Jam Enterprises, is a leading producer and marketer of interactive software games and a preeminent force in the digital industry. It is committed to delivering high-quality; cutting-edge video game titles to consumers by providing an authentic hip hop experience through gameplay, cultural nuances, strategic partnerships, music, talent, and executive direction. Def Jam Interactive was the first hip-hop brand to successfully partner in the gaming space and to date has produced multiple platinum-selling console titles, including Def Jam Vendetta, Def Jam Fight for NY, and Def Jam Icon. It is the only viable hip hop brand that has trusted consumer loyalty in the gaming space. For more than 20 years, the executive team has successfully extended the Def Jam brand in comedy, poetry, television, apparel, mobile, to name a few. For more information, please visit www.defjaminteractive.com.

About 4mm Games

Headquartered in New York City, 4mm Games is an independent global interactive entertainment company that is forging a new approach to content creation: Constantly Connected Gaming™. The company is concentrated on incubating, producing, developing, and releasing a diverse portfolio of culturally relevant entertainment properties that join together multiple platforms including video game consoles, personal computers, mobile devices, and the Internet. For more information, please visit

M.I.A. Announces Oct. 6 Date for Free NYC Show
September 29, 2010

M.I.A. will perform a free concert at intimate Brooklyn Bowl on Wednesday, October 6, 2010.

Tickets are on Maya.

Venue is 18+ and it will be first-come first-serve to capacity.

Doors open at 9.30 p.m. Lining up begins at 7pm that night.

Tickets just released for tonight's Terminal 5 concert, available at venue or http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/000045241D2C8995

SOURCE Interscope Records

NexBank Announces Formation of SBA Lending Division
September 29, 2010

Davis Deadman, president and CEO of NexBank, announced the formation of a new Small Business Administration (SBA) Lending Division at the bank. Ron Tittle, Senior Vice President of SBA Lending, will direct the lending activities of the Division. Dallas-based NexBank is a North Texas leader in banking and financial services.

Deadman indicated that the formation of an SBA lending program is in keeping with the bank's philosophy of community lending. "As one of the premier community banks in North Texas, we feel it is appropriate to offer this invaluable lending program at this juncture in the economic cycle," Deadman stated. He commented that while NexBank has continued to lend in a traditional manner throughout the economic downturn, the bank now sees new opportunities to lend money prudently with the help of the SBA. "This program will allow us to continue to help local businesses in these difficult times," Deadman said. "Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of our economy, and the sooner we can get main street back to normal, the faster the general economy will return as well."

When Deadman appointed Ron Tittle to head up the newly formed Small Business Administration (SBA) Division as Senior Vice President and Divisional Manager, he tapped the nearly 20 years of small business lending experience that Tittle has directed at other organizations.

"Ron and his team are a timely addition to NexBank. This type of service offered to the local business community is well needed and will become one more reason for entrepreneurs to maintain their entire banking relationship with us," said Deadman. "The entire team of SBA bankers is seasoned in the industry and has the expertise to remain instrumental in assisting the small business communities in North Texas. Furthermore, with the continuation of the U.S. SBA's Recovery Act, we can now offer loans up to $5,000,000, a 90 percent guaranty on 7(a) loans and eliminate the upfront guaranty fees associated with all eligible loans."

The mission of the Small Business Administration is "to maintain and strengthen the nation's economy by enabling the establishment and viability of small businesses and by assisting in the economic recovery of communities after disasters." The SBA does not make loans directly to small businesses, but acts as guarantor on the bank loan. The SBA has directly or indirectly helped more than 20 million businesses, and is the largest single financial backer of businesses in the United States.

About NexBank:

NexBank, SSB, is headquartered in Dallas in the NexBank Building, Galleria II Tower. Originally founded in 1922, the bank was purchased in 2004 by a group of Dallas-based investors who have refocused the bank to become a sophisticated and capable force in commercial real estate and specialty financing (local) and leader in deposit and savings rates. For more information, visit www.nexbank.com.

SOURCE NexBank

May the DROID Be With You_ Limited Edition DROID R2-D2 by Motorola Lands on Verizon Wireless' Network
September 29, 2010

Verizon Wireless announced that the highly anticipated limited edition DROID™ R2-D2™ by Motorola will be available online at www.verizonwireless.com and in select Verizon Wireless Communication stores beginning Sept. 30. With a graphic design to look like the iconic Astromech Droid from the Star Wars™ Saga, the DROID™ R2-D2™ by Motorola will be packaged in a custom box resembling carbonite and come with a Star Wars media dock and wired stereo headset. Exclusive content comes pre-loaded on the special edition smartphone, including:

R2-D2 notification sounds and ringtones
Four live wallpapers
R2-D2 Clock Widget
"The Best of R2-D2" video with the original Cantina music
Exclusive Binoculars App

Star Wars Mobile App Available for All Customers with Android 2.1 phones

To celebrate 30 years since the film hit theaters, customers with Android devices running Android 2.1 or higher will soon be able to get the Empire Strikes Back app from Android Market™. The app, only for Verizon Wireless customers, allows Jedi Masters to browse, preview and download Star Wars content related to Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back. Verizon Wireless customers can access premium Star Wars content for a one-time charge of $2.99.

The Star Wars mobile app will have the following features and content:

Bounty Hunt Visual ID: Find and capture images around the Star Wars universe to unlock hidden content
Sound and Photo Gallery
Live Wallpapers:
- Blast the Probe Droid
- Luke Balancing Yoda
- Navigating the Asteroid Field
- Watch Bespin's Cloud City
Trivia Challenge: Answer trivia questions about The Empire Strikes Back
Widgets

The DROID™ R2-D2™ by Motorola will be available for $249 after a $100 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement. Customers will need to subscribe to a Nationwide Talk plan or a Nationwide Talk & Text plan (beginning at $39.99 monthly access) and an Email and Web for Smartphone plan (beginning at $29.99 for unlimited monthly access). Customers will receive the rebate in the form of a debit card; upon receipt, customers may use the card as cash anywhere debit cards are accepted.

For more information on DROID™ R2-D2™ by Motorola, go to www.droiddoes.com/r2d2.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 92 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 79,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, Nasdaq: VOD). For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

About Motorola

Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications and is focused on advancing the way the world connects. From broadband communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility and public safety solutions to mobile and wireline digital communication devices that provide compelling experiences, Motorola is leading the next wave of innovations that enable people, enterprises and governments to be more connected and more mobile. Motorola (NYSE: MOT) had sales of US $22 billion in 2009. For more information, please visit www.motorola.com.

STAR WARS™, DROID™ and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. TM & © Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under license. All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

Android, Android Market are trademarks of Google Inc.

SOURCE Verizon Wireless

Mobile Community mig33's New Distribution Program Opens Thriving Virtual Economy to VAS, Handset Manufacturer Partners
September 29, 2010

mig33, the world's largest mobile-first community, today rolled out a powerful new distribution program that gives top VAS (mobile content) and handset manufacturers access to its thriving virtual economy -- and its associated revenue -- and introduced the program's first key partners at the MobileMonday Summit 2010 in Finland.

The program is the latest in a series of moves that have pushed mig33 to the forefront of mobile Social Entertainment Services and created an exploding virtual economy that has seen nearly 30 million virtual goods purchased in 2010 alone.

Among mig33's first new distribution partners are PT Numedia Global, a top Indonesia platform provider and mobile VAS company; India's Olive Telecom, a leading provider of mobile devices and solutions to both consumers and operators; and, Philippines-based ThumbMOB, a new consultancy specializing in digital media arbitrage, with in-house applications development, distribution and publishing capabilities.

mig33's new distribution program is unique in that it delivers revenue streams to the distributor partners, rather than requiring partners to pay fees to the mobile service. The company, which has successfully modeled itself on popular East Asian social networking services such as DeNA's Mobagetown and China's multi billion Tencent QQ (QQ), has consistently generated healthy ARPU and monetization rates from outside the traditional mobile ecosystem. That vitality enables mig33, with 40 million registered users worldwide, to forge partnerships that share revenue -- and provide a vital consumer channel, as well.

The program dovetails, too, with mig33's relentless push of new mobile social entertainment features. In 2010 alone, mig33 has launched over a thousand virtual goods, avatar items and games. Its members purchase more than four million virtual gifts per month, and exchange nearly one billion mig33 messages every day.

"mig33 has become the world's biggest mobile-first community by relentlessly focusing on entertainment and access -- bringing the best stuff to the most people," said Steven Goh, CEO and co-founder, mig33. "With our new distribution program, we are focused on dramatically expanding access through a series of partnerships with some of the world's premier mobile companies. Moreover, we're forging those partnerships in an innovative way, with new revenue streams for our partners in return for access to one of the most vibrant and fast-growing mobile communities in the mobile-first world."

New mig33 Distribution Partners

"PT Numedia is thrilled to officially engage with mig33, as it is inarguably the hottest mobile community in the mobile-first world," said Andy Zain, CEO, PT Numedia Global. "Our strengths include both first-rate platform and mobile content services and solutions, and mig33 has recognized these strengths by prioritizing this relationship. mig33 is especially popular in Indonesia, of course, and we look forward to doing more business with them."

"Our endeavor has always been to provide the consumer with on the move connectivity solutions," said Arun Khanna, Chairman, Olive Telecom. "We believe that the market has immense potential for such innovative applications. As one of the fastest growing communities in India, mig33 offers social games, virtual gifts and avatars, and is very popular among young consumers. As such, we are well-positioned to be a key mig33 distribution partner and we look forward to delivering on that value proposition."

"It's great to be part of the mig33 family," said Patricia Mulles, Managing Director, ThumbMOB Philippines, Inc. "We are confident that mig33 will appeal to many Filipinos who will not only appreciate its sticky and fun mobile social networking apps, but will also love its potential to earn them extra income. ThumbMOB also looks forward to working with local carriers and OEMs to promote the growth of the mobile internet in the Philippines through mig33."

mig33's new distribution model is designed specifically for top VAS companies and handset manufacturers. In a typical engagement, handset manufacturers would bundle mig33's software on their phone and earn a fee for new mig33 signups and a revenue stream for the consumption of mig33 credits used to purchase virtual content, goods and games. The program would work similarly for global VAS providers.

mig33's device software works on all mobile devices and is optimized for more than 2,000 different handsets worldwide. The company plans to release new versions including an Android build, in coming months.

mig33 was recently named a top 10 application in Asia at SingTel's Accelerate 2010 conference in Singapore. In July, Bharti Airtel announced that mig33 was the most-downloaded free application in Airtel's new App Central mobile application store.

About mig33

mig33 is the world's largest mobile-first community, delivering communications and social entertainment to more than 40 million members. Everyday, members in over 200 countries engage in chat, share photos, join groups, send gifts, play games, create avatars, call friends, email and much more. The service is available worldwide and optimized for more than 2,000 handsets. Launched in 2005, mig33 is backed by Silicon Valley venture firms Accel Partners, Redpoint Ventures and DCM. For more information, please visit www.mig33.com.

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Protiviti Launches Global Regulatory Reform Task Force to Help Guide Financial Services Institutions As They Tackle Dodd-Frank Act Compliance
September 29, 2010

As financial institutions and businesses work to address the new rules, studies and reports set into motion by the Dodd-Frank Act, Protiviti (www.protiviti.com), a global business consulting and internal audit firm, announces the formation of a team of advisors to help organizations tackle the process. The Protiviti Financial Regulatory Reform Task Force is composed of global experts -- including Robert McTeer, former president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas -- who can deliver cross-disciplinary, cross-industry insight for those who must comply with Dodd-Frank.

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"Businesses thought Sarbanes-Oxley was a massive undertaking; but while SOX called for the government to pass a mere 16 regulations, Dodd-Frank requires more than 300 regulations. There's no question that the industry is still facing uncertainty in light of the need for so many new regulations, but on several fronts the intent of the legislation is clear and compliance will be daunting for many institutions," said Carol Beaumier, a Protiviti executive vice president and leader of the Financial Regulatory Reform Task Force. "The members of Protiviti's new task force bring diverse experience, in both industry and discipline, to help our clients understand what the act really means to organizations and to create a strategy for compliance."

Coordinated by the firm's global financial services industry and risk management and compliance leaders, Protiviti's Financial Regulatory Reform Task Force will work with clients on key components of the act, including compliance with consumer protection laws; additional oversight by the Financial Stability Oversight Council and the Federal Reserve; new supervision for thrifts; restrictions imposed by the Volcker Rule; and restrictions on derivatives and swaps activities. The task force will provide clients with both the strategic counsel and resources from its pool of specific subject-matter experts -- including technology support -- to develop and execute compliance plans. And the task force will keep clients ahead of the curve on emerging Dodd-Frank issues via regular insight and briefings, such as its latest thought leadership publication: Regulatory Reform in the United States -- New Rules, Many Questions

Federal Reserve System veteran Robert McTeer, who is also a member of Protiviti's Advisory Board, will serve as an advisor to the Protiviti Regulatory Reform Task Force. McTeer spent 36 years with the Federal Reserve System, including 14 years as president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas and as member of the Federal Open Market Committee. He is currently a Distinguished Fellow at the National Center for Policy Analysis (NCPA) covering macro-economic issues, including monetary, fiscal, tax and education policy, and has written and commented extensively on regulatory reform.

"While it will be a year or more before the regulations required by Dodd-Frank will all be issued, the legislation's impact on the governance and business of financial institutions is already being felt," McTeer said. "To address the challenges ahead, financial institutions will need to examine their strategic plans as well their operating and governance models. Many organizations will want or need trusted advisors who can help them thoughtfully and objectively consider their options. The role of Protiviti's Financial Regulatory Reform Task Force is to ensure organizations have the guidance and support they need not only to approach Dodd-Frank compliance with greater confidence and efficiency, but also to ensure that they are positioned to perform successfully in the future."

For additional information about the Protiviti Financial Regulatory Reform Task Force or the Dodd-Frank Act, please visit www.protiviti.com/reformtaskforce; this web page will be updated regularly with new data and insights as Dodd-Frank evolves.

About Protiviti

Protiviti is a global business consulting and internal audit firm composed of experts specializing in risk, advisory and transaction services. The firm helps solve problems in finance and transactions, operations, technology, litigation, governance, risk, and compliance. Protiviti's highly trained, results-oriented professionals provide a unique perspective on a wide range of critical business issues for clients in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Middle East.

Protiviti has 60 locations worldwide and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE: RHI). Founded in 1948, Robert Half International is a member of the S&P 500 index.

Protiviti is not licensed or registered as a public accounting firm and does not issue opinions on financial statements or offer attestation services.

SOURCE Protiviti

Grupo Lebara Lanza Contratos de Pago Mensual
September 28, 2010

Lebara, el líder global en provisión se servicios móviles internacionales de bajo costo y alta calidad, hoy dio un importante paso con la introducción de contratos de Pago Mensual (Pay Monthly). Disponibles inicialmente en el Reino Unido, los planes ofrecen 2500 minutos para llamadas internacionales o dentro del RU e innovadores contratos por tres meses, con precios que van de sólo GBP10 a GBP40. Todos los planes incluyen hasta 2000 minutos para llamadas entre teléfonos de Lebara y mensajes de texto; para celebrar el lanzamiento, Lebara también está ofreciendo acceso a Internet móvil de hasta 10MB diarios sin costo hasta el 1 de noviembre del 2010. Al ampliar su cartera de productos, Lebara continúa fortaleciendo su posición de liderazgo.

De disponibilidad inmediata, los nuevos planes sólo SIM se orientan a clientes que pueden apreciar el valor en que se ha transformado la marca Lebara y su Pay As You Go SIM, pero cuyo estilo de vida y patrones de uso se ajustan mejor a un plan mensual. Qué incluyen los planes: My Country para clientes cuyas llamadas predominantes son al extranjero; UK Caller para quienes hacen más llamadas dentro del RU, pero aún desean tener excelentes tarifas internacionales; y Combo para los clientes que buscan una combinación de ambos. Los planes cuentan con el soporte de un nuevo equipo de servicio al cliente de Pago Mensual, que ofrece ayuda en múltiples idiomas.

Yoganathan Ratheesan, gerente general de Lebara, señaló: "En Lebara, nos enorgullecemos de nuestra orientación al cliente, que sitúa sus necesidades dinámicas en el centro de todos nuestros servicios. Con estos nuevos planes, estamos presentando una oferta más amplia y, simultáneamente, nos mantenemos fieles a nuestra promesa de marca de brindar valor simple y honesto, sin comprometer la calidad del servicio que ya aprecian millones de clientes en todo el mundo. Se trata de un importante paso para Lebara, que nos permite incrementar nuestra base de clientes y cimentar con mayor firmeza nuestra posición como líder global en la entrega de servicios móviles internacionales de bajo costo".

Dario Talmesio, analista senior del Centro de Inteligencia del Operador Móvil de Informa, comentó: "Nuestra reciente investigación sobre operadores de redes virtuales móviles (MVNO, por su sigla en inglés) muestra que el espacio se está colmando cada vez más y que los MVNO tienen que diferenciar su oferta. En ese contexto, el postpago es una solución de servicio natural y segura. Según datos de Informa Telecoms and Media, el 42,8% de las suscripciones en el RU corresponden a servicios de postpago; Lebara está abriendo un segmento de mercado totalmente nuevo con evidentes oportunidades de crecimiento".

Para ver el comunicado completo, en inglés, vaya a: http://www.lebara.com/media.html

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Progenika Receives CE Mark for First DNA Chip to Detect Mutations in Lipoprotein Lipase (LPL) Gene
September 28, 2010

- LPLchip(R) Rapidly and Precisely Detects Mutations Causing LPL Deficiency, a Cause of Acute Pancreatitis

- LPLchip(R) Identifies Patients who Could Benefit From Gene Therapy, Such as AMT's Glybera(R), Currently Under Review for EU Approval

Progenika Biopharma S.A., a pioneer in the field of personalized medicine, announced today that it has obtained the CE Mark allowing the sale in Europe of its LPLchip(R), the first DNA chip to detect mutations in the lipoprotein lipase (LPL) gene. This diagnostic tool rapidly diagnoses patients with complete and partial lipoprotein lipase deficiency (LPLD). The test has been developed under an agreement with Amsterdam Molecular Therapeutics Holding N.V. (Euronext: AMT), which has a gene therapy for patients with LPLD.

LPLD is characterised by a marked increase in triglycerides which can lead to serious complications such as acute recurring pancreatitis. Given the progressive nature of LPLD, early diagnosis is crucial to patients in order to reduce mortality and morbidity. The LPLchip(R) can precisely, quickly and economically detect more than 120 mutations in the LPL gene. The test uses Progenika's pioneering advanced DNAchip technology, which offers reliable and fast diagnosis. All that is required for analysis using the LPLchip(R) is a blood or saliva sample.

At present, there is no approved treatment for LPLD, only lifestyle moderation guidelines to minimize diets rich in fat. However, AMT has developed a new genetic treatment for LPLD, Glybera(R), which has been filed for marketing authorization with the European Medicines Agency (EMA) in early 2010. A decision on the approval is expected mid-2011.

Long term follow-up of two clinical studies conducted in Europe and Canada is ongoing, as is a third clinical study in Canada. In these three studies, Glybera(R) has shown a sizeable decrease in the incidence of pancreatitis, or acute inflammation of the pancreas, the most debilitating complication of LPLD. In addition, these studies indicate that Glybera(R) has an excellent safety profile.

About Progenika

The Progenika Group develops biochips in the field of personalised medicine aimed at the diagnosis, prognosis and prediction of response to treatment of complex illnesses in humans. The company offers molecular diagnostic tools in areas such as oncology, lipids, and nervous system disorders as well as the optimisation of their treatment.

Paramount among its technological developments are the LIPOchip(R) for the diagnosis of Familial Hypercholesterolaemia, and the BLOODchip(R) for ensuring compatibility in blood transfusions.

Founded in the year 2000, its research, development and production centres are located in the Biscay Technological Park and in Cambridge (Massachusetts, USA). It also has laboratories in the United Arab Emirates and in Kuwait. It has also set up commercial and intellectual property offices in Madrid and London.

At present, more than 150 scientists work in the company facilities and the company's products are sold in America, Europe and the Middle East.

http://www.progenika.com

SOURCE Amsterdam Molecular Therapeutics B.V

Las M_A transnacionales aumentan el trfico de MergerID, mientras que el mercado global de M_A celebra su primer aniversario
September 28, 2010

El Grupo Mergermarket celebra el primer aniversario del lanzamiento de MergerID, una plataforma online segura y confidencial para que los profesionales de M&A (Fusiones y Adquisiciones) identifiquen oportunidades reales en el mid-market a través del agrupamiento de compradores y vendedores. Lanzada en septiembre de 2009 con el apoyo del Grupo FT, MergerID ya cuenta entre sus miembros a 1.300 compañías de los países en los que está presente. En el primer año, se registraron más de 25.000 concordancias entre compradores y vendedores de todo el mundo, y su número sigue creciendo en índices de dos dígitos cada mes.

Luego de un exitoso agosto, la fiebre de M&A parece estar retornando. Ciertamente, la actividad transnacional, especialmente a nivel de mid-market, donde operan los miembros de MergerID, está contribuyendo cada vez más al valor total de negocios de M&A. De acuerdo a datos de Mergermarket, el valor total de transacciones transnacionales creció 60% en la primera mitad de 2010, en comparación con igual período de 2009 y ahora representa el 31% del valor de negocios globales en lo que va del año, comparado con el 18% durante el mismo período de 2009.

De acuerdo a Compass Corporate Finance & Strategy de España, "MergerID es una herramienta muy útil, particularmente cuando se trata de transacciones transnacionales. Ofrece la posibilidad de intercambiar oportunidades de negocios con contrapartes que de otro modo serían muy difíciles de conocer".

De acuerdo a Bill Sharpe, MD en Quetico Partners de Minneapolis, "la importancia oculta de las M&A transnacionales es el poderoso efecto que un ofertante internacional estratégico puede tener sobre todo el proceso, aún si resulta no ser el comprador final".

Los profesionales de M&A están enfrentando cada vez más presión de parte de sus clientes para que se les ofrezcan una lista fundamentada de potenciales objetivos o compradores. Con el repunte de las M&A y el aumento en la carga de trabajo, MergerID es una herramienta que permite a los miembros optimizar sus esfuerzos de generación de oportunidades sin comprometer la confidencialidad. El ahorro en los costos es otro factor clave, ya que MergerID establece de modo eficiente el interés preliminar desde el escritorio, reduciendo el tiempo que se malgasta en viajes y reuniones improductivas.

"MergerID es un medio eficiente y sumamente efectivo. Luego de asociarnos a la plataforma MergerID, hemos notado que nuestro alcance se ha multiplicado, contando ahora con una enorme base de potenciales compradores y vendedores en todo el mundo", afirmó el Director de Finanzas de Renaissance Services SAOG, una corporación líder en el Medio Oriente.

Jonathan Goor, Director Administrativo de MergerID subraya que, "A través de MergerID, los usuarios pueden acceder sin esfuerzos a una audiencia global. El interés en todos los países BRIC (Brasil, Rusia, India y China) y aspirantes a BRIC, así como en Medio Oriente y África, ha sido hasta ahora fantástico…" Junto con el interés demostrado por el mundo occidental en los países BRIC, los datos de Mergermarket muestran que las compañías de los mercados emergentes también están aumentando sus adquisiciones en el extranjero. En lo que va del año, la actividad hacia el exterior por parte de los mercados emergentes ha aumentado 318% en valor y 111% en número de negocios, en comparación con el mismo período del año anterior.

Todos los miembros de la comunidad de MergerID se benefician del continuo crecimiento de la plataforma. La incorporación de nuevos miembros, junto con el sostenido aumento de nuevos pedidos por parte de los miembros existentes, hacen que la plataforma resulte aún más atrayente. Como manifestó el Presidente de M&A Advisory en el Axis Bank India, "en la medida en que sigue avanzando, MergerID se tornará indispensable en el kit de herramientas de cualquiera de los bancos de inversión".

Acerca de MergerID

MergerID ofrece un ambiente online seguro para que los directivos y profesionales anuncien y vean oportunidades de M&A. MergerID forma parte del Grupo Mergermarket Group, una división del Grupo Financial Times, editor del diario Financial Times, FT.com, y constituye una división de Pearson plc, el grupo internacional de medios.

Si desea más información, visite http://www.mergerid.com/.


Contacto con los medios:
Hannah Bagshawe
Tel: +1-646-378-3194
e-mail: hannah.bagshawe@mergermarket.com

FUENTE MergerID

HSN Partners with One of the Greatest Singers of our Time - Mariah Carey - for Exclusive On-Air Launch of her New Holiday Album 'Merry Christmas II You'
September 28, 2010

HSN, a leading multichannel retailer, has partnered with one of the greatest singers of our time – Mariah Carey – for the exclusive launch on October 20 of her highly anticipated holiday album, Merry Christmas II You, ahead of its worldwide release on November 2 on the Island Def Jam Music Group.

The album will be bundled with a 30-minute DVD featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of Mariah Carey recording her second Christmas album, candid interviews with the artist discussing her inspiration behind the album and reminiscing about the holidays and favorite traditions, footage of her album photo shoot with acclaimed photographer David LaChapelle, interviews with Mariah Carey's mother Patricia Carey and composer Marc Shaiman, and pictures from Mariah's personal photo holiday collection.

Consumers will be able to pre-order the album/DVD package beginning September 27 on hsn.com/mariahcarey.

"This album is a labor of love – a gift to those who share my excitement about the Christmas season and want to fill this special time of year with heartwarming, festive and uplifting music," said Mariah Carey. "This is the sequel to 'Merry Christmas' from me II you. On the DVD, you'll see some exclusive behind-the-scenes moments of the making of this album, which are yours exclusively courtesy of HSN. Hope you love the album and the DVD! Merry Christmas! Love Mariah."

Merry Christmas II You contains original material and holiday classics, including a re-record of Mariah Carey's original self-penned #1 Christmas classic "All I Want for Christmas is You," as well as her new single "Oh Santa," an undeniable holiday smash destined to top the Christmas charts for years to come. The new album will also feature holiday classics, including "The First Noel," "Little Drummer Boy," "O Little Town of Bethlehem," and "O Come All Ye Faithful." Mariah Carey has teamed with superstar producers. Music mogul LA Reid provided guidance and expertise. Mariah Carey also worked with longtime friend and musical director-producer extraordinaire Randy Jackson to create this new sequel to her first Christmas album. In addition, she collaborated with uber producer Jermaine Dupri (with whom she wrote "Always Be My Baby" and "We Belong Together" among others); Marc Shaiman, the award-winning musical genius, writer and arranger who did the magical orchestration for the entire album; and the critically acclaimed James Poyser of The Roots, who also worked with Mariah Carey on her massive album "The Emancipation of Mimi."

Merry Christmas II You and the exclusive DVD will be sold on HSN as part of an exclusive value pack for $14.95.

MERRY CHRISTMAS II YOU is Mariah Carey's 13th studio album, and follows up her worldwide multi-million-selling Memoirs Of An Imperfect Angel (released September 2009), her multi-platinum E=MC(2) (2008), and worldwide 10 million selling The Emancipation Of Mimi (2005). The Emancipation Of Mimi generated three Grammy awards (including Best Contemporary R&B Album), two #1 singles, and countless more honors during its 18-month chart stay. Soundscan's biggest-selling album of 2005, Mimi featured "We Belong Together" (Grammy winner for Best Female R&B Vocal and Best R&B Song) and "Don't Forget About Us," Mariah's 16th and 17th #1 career singles respectively. They tied one of the most enduring chart records in Billboard Hot 100 history, Elvis Presley's 17 #1's.

Three years later, Mariah surpassed Elvis when "Touch My Body" (from E=MC(2)) became her 18th #1 Hot 100 hit. "Touch My Body" spent two weeks at the top, Mariah's 78th and 79th cumulative career weeks at #1, which tied Elvis' long-standing all-time high of 79 weeks at #1, as calculated by Billboard. Mariah is now positioned as the only active recording artist in the 52 years of the Hot 100 (which began in 1958) with the potential to surpass the Beatles' all-time high of 20 #1 hits. The success of E=MC(2) brought total sales of Mariah's albums, singles and videos to more than 200 million worldwide, distancing her even further from the pack as the top-selling female recording artist in history.

About HSN

Headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL, HSN is a leading interactive multichannel retailer offering a curated assortment of exclusive products and top brand names to its customers. HSN incorporates experts, entertainment, inspiration, solutions, tips and ideas to provide an entirely unique shopping experience. At HSN, customers find exceptional selections in Health & Beauty (e.g. M. Asam, Carol's Daughter, Coty, FranBrand, FusionBeauty, Andrew Lessman's Procaps, Lancome, Perlier Beauty, Serious Skin Care, Wei East, ybf Beauty); Jewelry (e.g. Heidi Daus, Grayce by Molly Sims, R.J. Graziano, IMAN Global Chic, michaeLisa, Noir, Amedeo Scognamiglio, Tori Spelling, Signature Statement Serena Williams); Home/Lifestyle (e.g. Nate Berkus, Bissell, Colin Cowie, Dyson, Todd English, GreenPan with Thermolon, Emeril Lagasse, Joy Mangano, MoMA Design Store, Wolfgang Puck); Fashion/Accessories (e.g. American Glamour Badgley Mischka, Curations with Stefani Greenfield, Sam Edelman, Loulou de la Falaise, Chi by Carlos Falchi, Diane Gilman, "Timeless" by Naeem Khan, Adrienne Landau, Twiggy); and Electronics (e.g. Canon, Gateway, GE, HP, JVC, Kodak, LG, Sony).

A leader in transactional innovation, HSN is the only retailer offering live streaming video on three screens: TV network, which broadcasts live to 95 million households in the US in HD 24/7; hsn.com, which ranks in the top 30 of the top 500 internet retailers and features 15,000 product videos; and mobile via its iPhone application. HSN, founded 33 years ago as the first shopping network, is an operating segment of HSN, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSNI).

SOURCE HSN

Securus Announces Its Secure Call Platform (SCP) Remote Call Forwarding Detection Feature Identifies More Than 3.5 Million Forwarded Calls, Preventing Popular Inmate Phone Scams
September 28, 2010

Securus Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of inmate communications services, today announced its Secure Call Platform (SCP) Remote Call Forwarding detection feature has identified more than 3.5 million forwarded calls this past year, helping correctional facilities prevent popular call forwarding phone scams.

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Securus' Remote Call Forwarding detection technology is the industry's only solution capable of detecting and disconnecting a call forwarding event in real time during the call. This patented technology—identifying forwarded calls as they are placed—is exclusively available on Securus' SCP. The Remote Call Forwarding detection feature identifies forwarded calls with 99% accuracy and provides facilities with the option of either terminating a forwarded call before the connection occurs or flagging a forwarded call for future investigation.

"With our Secure Call Platform and its real time Remote Call Forwarding capability, we empower our clients to stop call forwarding schemes in their tracks," said Adam Edwards, Senior Product Development Manager for Securus' SCP. "Competitive industry solutions can't do that. They are only able to detect forwarded calls after the fact. By that point, the damage has been done—and another victim suffers."

Inmates that carry out these call-diversion schemes, otherwise known as "*72 or *74 fraud," essentially "hijack" a victim's phone number. The deception typically occurs as follows:

An innocent party receives a call from an inmate that disguises his identity.
The inmate describes a desperate situation and persuades the called party to place a call with specific dialing instructions.
By dialing the number the way the inmate instructs, the victim's phone number is forwarded to another number.
This allows the inmate to place unauthorized subsequent calls and charge them to the victim's phone number.

About Securus

Securus Technologies, Inc. is one of the largest suppliers of detainee communications and information management solutions, serving approximately 2,400 correctional facilities and over 850,000 inmates nationwide. A recognized leader in providing comprehensive, innovative technical solutions and responsive customer service, Securus' sole focus is the specialized needs of the corrections and law enforcement communities. Securus is headquartered in Dallas, TX, with regional offices in Carrollton and Allen, TX and Atlanta, GA. For more information please visit the Securus website at www.securustech.net.

SOURCE Securus Technologies, Inc.

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ZWSOFT Announces the Release of ZW3D 2010
September 27, 2010

ZWCAD Software Co., Ltd, a leading provider of CAD/CAM software, announced today at its annual ZWSOFT Partner Conference, the release of ZW3D 2010, a complete 3D CAD/CAM suite that provides ease-of-use, performance, and super-fast modeling functionality.

Explore the unlimited design possibilities of ZW3D 2010! With advanced modules for 3D part and assembly modeling, 2D production drawing, Mold & Die design, Reverse Engineering, Sheet Metal, motion simulation, and optimized 2 through 5-axis high-speed machining, this easy-on-the-budget solution does it all! ZW3D enables designers to work seamlessly with solids, surfaces, and manufacturing data in a completely integrated environment. Since the ZW3D Overdrive(TM) kernel is truly hybrid, healing or repairing models is not necessary, so designers can speed production by effortlessly mixing solids and surfaces. With ZW3D freeform Class-A surface modeling you can almost feel the smooth surface.

Reverse Engineering and Mold & Die Design are built into ZW3D so designers can generate and modify complex 3D models and molds on-the-fly from existing physical parts. With this much power, there's no need to purchase expensive 3rd party add-ons. What's more, ZW3D radically simplifies Rapid Prototyping with its powerful manipulation, optimization and validation of surfaces, solids, STL, and scan data. Fully-integrated CAM means all models, even STL and Point Clouds are fully associative with manufacturing, which is just one-click away. You will dramatically cut manufacturing costs and increase shop capacity.

Another exciting feature of ZW3D 2010 is the built-in learning system, Show-n-Tell(TM). These integrated tutorials are like 3D books and virtually eliminate the cost of learning a new system. Show-n-Tell includes a complete set of authoring tools so that users can create their own tutorials, useful for capturing company know-how and process information.

Experience ZW3D 2010, where the only limit is your imagination. Please go to http://zw3d.zwcad.org to download a free 30-day trial today.

About ZWSOFT Partner Conference 2010

As ZWSOFT's largest annual conference for international partners, GPC 2010 has been officially kicked off on September 25, 2010, in the beautiful city of Guangzhou, China. This year, over 100 ZWSOFT partners from forty countries and regions around the world have come together for a stimulating, content-filled conference. The event comprises of two tracks: Official Meetings and Free Talk Sessions. Each track aims to keep ZWSOFT partners informed about the latest trends in sales, marketing, and technical management solutions. Highlights of the conference include the ZW3D 2010 Release Ceremony and Awards Ceremony for ZWSOFT's Excellent Distributors of 2009-2010.

About ZWSOFT

ZWSOFT, headquartered in Guangzhou, has three branch offices in Beijing, Shanghai, and Wuhan, and also a wholly owned subsidiary research and development center in Melbourne, Florida. As a leading supplier of CAD/CAM software solution, the company employs over 400 people, and is supported by an international network of highly skilled strategic partners, distributors, and resellers.

ZWCAD( http://www.zwcad.org/ ) is ZWSOFT's flagship product. It meets the needs of a broad base of target groups in 2D/3D design industries, and has 180,000 users throughout the world. ZWCAD is the leading brand in China's CAD industry, and it competes successfully in over 80 other countries.

ZW3D( http://zw3d.zwcad.org/ ), The All-in-one CAD/CAM, was included into ZWSOFT's product portfolio in 2010. As the successor of VX CAD/CAM, ZW3D provides ease-of-use, performance, and all-in-one capability. The brand new software can extend enterprise-level mechanical design and engineering capabilities to the desktop at a fraction of the cost of other comparable systems.

SOURCE ZWCAD Software Co., Ltd

New Smartphone App Launches for Cardiac Imaging Test
September 27, 2010

Today Astellas Pharma US, Inc. ("Astellas") announced the Launch of the Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) for Cardiac Radionuclide Imaging application (app) for smartphones. The app is designed to give physicians access to published criteria used to assess the need for a patient to have cardiac radionuclide imaging (RNI). The app will be available for free download on the iPhone®, BlackBerry® and Android™ platforms.

The Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) for Cardiac Radionuclide Imaging app was adapted from the ACCF/ASNC/ACR/AHA/ASE/SCCT/SCMR/SNM 2009 Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) for Cardiac Radionuclide Imaging (RNI) published in 2009 in Circulation. The AUC for RNI describes 67 individual patient indications, eight indication categories, and five algorithms.

The app guides physicians step-by-step through the criteria to evaluate patient history, clinical factors, and other important information to receive an instant appropriate use score for RNI. By entering information, physicians will receive a rating on a scale of 1-9 suggesting if the patient indication is appropriate (7-9), uncertain (4-6), or inappropriate (1-3) for RNI. Ratings can be viewed either by indication/category or patient algorithm.

According to the annual "Taking the Pulse" study of physicians and healthcare technology released in April 2010, 72% of physicians use smartphones personally and professionally, with that number expected to jump to 81% in 2012.

"Astellas recognizes physicians are increasingly using smartphones and apps in the healthcare setting to access information," said Robert C. Hendel, MD, FACC, FAHA, FASNC, and Chair of the Cardiac Radionuclide Imaging Writing Group that developed the 2009 AUC for RNI. "We partnered with them to develop this accurate, timely, assessment tool for use on smartphones and hope this app will promote awareness and use of the AUC for RNI published in 2009," Dr. Hendel continued.

A preview and interactive demonstration of the app will take place tonight in conjunction with ASNC 2010: The 15th Annual Scientific Session of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology in Philadelphia. More information and download instructions can be accessed online at www.astellasapps.com.

Disclaimer

These criteria may provide guidance for clinicians, and are not intended to serve as substitutes for sound clinical judgment and practice experience, nor do they provide information regarding the technical aspects of imaging or delineate training/performance requirements. Additionally, they are not intended to serve as any indication (either approval or denial) of medical insurance coverage for the described tests. The content or material provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical, legal, financial, investment, or other professional advice or opinion.

About Astellas

The Astellas culture and brand is committed to building community, helping others, encouraging integrity, and inspiring people to make a difference, today, tomorrow, and every day. Astellas Pharma US, Inc., located in Deerfield, Illinois, is a US affiliate of Tokyo-based Astellas Pharma Inc. Astellas is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the health of people around the world through the provision of innovative and reliable pharmaceutical products. The organization is committed to becoming a global category leader in focused areas by combining outstanding R&D and marketing capabilities. In the US, Astellas markets products in the areas of Anti-Infectives, Cardiology, Dermatology, Neuroscience, Transplant, and Urology. For more information about Astellas Pharma US, Inc., please visit our Web site at www.astellas.us and follow us on Twitter @AstellasUS.

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Healthmed Neural Communicator Final Phase Test Results Exceed Expectations
September 27, 2010

Healthmed Services, Ltd. (OTC QB: HEME), an innovative software and application development company, is in the final phases of beta testing its Neural Vantage communicator.

The Company is in the final phase of testing its neural communicator on a voluntary group of disabled individuals with special needs. These tests are being conducted in military medical establishments and voluntary patient houses. Final phase test results have exceeded all expectations and the Company believes its products will be available to paralyzed and amputee patients later this year. Healthmed's line of Neural Communication products has been designed to bridge the technological information and communication gap between physically impaired individuals and virtually all aspects of computing, which has become a day to day activity for all of us.

Healthmed CFO Dale Paisley, stated "This line of products will not only serve as the bridge between disabled individuals and vital communication, but also serves a plethora of other "touchless" applications in addition to increasing the quality of life for the severely disabled."

"The Company has learned this product can be modified to meet specialized needs of patients. It is our goal to continue building products of this type to assist all individuals with communication challenges."

You may read more about the Company and its product developments on its website: www.healthmedltd.com.

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Top International Luxury Brands Celebrate the Launch of The Private Journey Magazine
September 27, 2010

International luxury brands celebrated the premiere issue of The Private Journey magazine last night as Jim Kerwin and Roaring Thunder Media unveiled the new magazine at the historic Columbus Citizen's Foundation on New York's Upper East Side. Over 150 luxury brand executives and retailers attended the celebratory event.

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"There is no other magazine in the marketplace today that can put your brand in the cabin of 100,000 private jets quarterly," says Jim Kerwin.

Conceived to reach the Ultra-High Net Worth consumer, The Private Journey magazine speaks to those individuals who are driven by quality and seek the rare and unique in luxury. Its editorial content captures the conquest of the journey and the spirit of the affluent consumer. Published quarterly, The Private Journey will be distributed exclusively onboard private jets in 50 private terminals across the United States.

Guests received an advance copy of the premiere issue of The Private Journey, which will be available onboard private jets the first week of October. Editorial features include stories on After-School All-Stars, the charity created by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and an interview with storied jewelry designer, David Yurman. Among the premiere issue's distinguished contributing editors is Andrew Zimmern, the host of Bizarre Foods on the Travel Channel.

The next issue of The Private Journey will be available in January 2011.

About The Private Journey Magazine:

The Private Journey was created to reach the Ultra-High Net Worth consumer...those individuals who are driven by quality and seek the rare and the unique in luxury. Each issue features in-depth articles which capture the conquest of the journey and the spirit of the affluent consumer.

About Roaring Thunder Media:

Roaring Thunder Media provides media opportunities in over 100 private jet terminals throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia and South America. Roaring Thunder Media is at the forefront of this rapidly expanding industry, offering custom-tailored advertising and marketing programs, which encompass back-lit interior and exterior static signage, product placement, catalog distribution, and sampling programs during high profile events and/or high traffic periods throughout the year.

SOURCE The Private Journey Magazine

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers to open new auction facility in Fort Worth, Texas next week
September 27, 2010

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Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers to open new auction facility in Fort Worth, Texas next week

Two-day unreserved public auction features 300-Ton Conventional Truck Crane capable of lifting 24 end-zone score boards at Cowboys Stadium

FORT WORTH, TX, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (NYSE and TSX: RBA), the world's largest industrial auctioneer, will celebrate the official Grand Opening of its new facility at the Company's permanent auction site located at 6050 Azle Avenue in Lake Worth with a two-day unreserved public auction next Wednesday and Thursday, September 29 and 30, 2010. Ritchie Bros. has been holding auctions in the state of Texas since 1983 and at its permanent 112 +/--acre site in Fort Worth since 1993. Next week, the Company will welcome customers, neighbors and local dignitaries to help celebrate the Grand Opening of a new auction theater and check-in building at their permanent location in Fort Worth. An official ribbon-cutting ceremony, including speeches from Company officials as well as local dignitaries, will take place mid-morning of Day One (Wednesday, September 29) of the auction. Complete auction details, including up-to-date listings and equipment photos, are available at www.rbauction.com.

"We are growing due to the needs of both our local and international customers who participate at our auctions from around the world to find the equipment that best fits their needs," said David Hobbs, Vice President, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers. "As we continue to expand in the state of Texas, we look forward to welcoming these loyal buyers and sellers, as well as any new customers, at our brand new facility - while we remain at the same physical location where we have held auctions for almost two decades."

Customers from more than 100 countries, including every U.S. states as well as all Canadian provinces and territories, have participated at Ritchie Bros. Fort Worth auctions over the last 17 years. And with a current inventory of more than 2,500 heavy equipment items to be sold in next week's auction, the Company is again set to welcome customers from all around the world.

The September 29 & 30 Fort Worth Grand Opening auction features a large selection of trucks, trailers, aggregate and compaction equipment, wheel loaders, crawler tractors and a large selection of hydraulic excavators, pipelayers and trenchers. The auction also features a selection of cranes and rigging equipment, including a 2000 Link-Belt HC278H 300-Ton 12X6X6 Conventional Truck Crane-capable of lifting 24 of the 25,000-pound end-zone score boards at Cowboys Stadium at the same time. This Crane is located at the auction site and stands with a maximum tip height of 404 ft (approx. 123 m). Also featured in the auction is a 2000 Manitowoc 888 Epic 230-Ton Self Erecting Crawler Crane. Every item in the auction will be sold unreserved to the highest bidder-regardless of price-with no minimum bids or reserve prices.

The auction is open to the public; registration is free. First-time bidders are encouraged to register prior to auction day, due to a refundable deposit requirement. Bids can also be placed online in real time at www.rbauction.com or by proxy by contacting the auction site at +1.817.237.6544. To bid online, bidders need to register online at least two days in advance of the live auction. Certain smaller items at the Fort Worth auction will be sold in an online Timed Auction, with no auctioneer; interested bidders can bid on these smaller items on-site or online. For more details about Ritchie Bros. Timed Auctions, please visit www.rbauction.com/timedauctions.

    Fort Worth Grand Opening auction details:
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    -   Location: Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers' Fort Worth permanent auction
        site at 6050 Azle Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76135
    -   Fort Worth permanent auction site tel: +1.817.237.6544
    -   Grand Opening auction date & time: Wednesday & Thursday, September 29
        & 30, 2010. Auction begins at 8:00 a.m. (local time) each day
    -   Official ribbon-cutting date & time: Wednesday, April 29, 2010-mid-
        morning (exact time TBD)
    -   Unreserved auction is open to the public; registration to bid is free
    -   Anyone can come to the auction site the week before auction day to
        inspect, test and compare items
    -   Bids for the live auction can be made in person at the auction site,
        online in real time at rbauction.com or by proxy
    -   More information, including equipment details and photos, is
        available at www.rbauction.com

About Ritchie Bros.

Established in 1958, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (NYSE and TSX: RBA) is the world's largest industrial auctioneer, selling more equipment to on-site and online bidders than any other company in the world. The Company has over 110 locations in more than 25 countries, including 42 auction sites worldwide. Ritchie Bros. sells, through unreserved public auctions, a broad range of used and unused industrial assets, including equipment, trucks and other assets utilized in the construction, transportation, agricultural, material handling, mining, forestry, petroleum and marine industries. The Company maintains a web site at www.rbauction.com and sponsors an equipment wiki at www.RitchieWiki.com.

ATTENTION MEDIA: Photos and other media resources, including visuals that can be expected to be seen during the auction as well as images of the HC278H Self-Erecting Conventional Truck Crane, are available for use at http://www.rbauction.com/media.

Members of the public and the media can follow Ritchie Bros. on Twitter @RitchieBros

SOURCE Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers

Securus Announces Its Secure Call Platform (SCP) Remote Call Forwarding Detection Feature Identifies More Than 3.5 Million Forwarded Calls, Preventing Popular Inmate Phone Scams
September 27, 2010

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Inmates that carry out these call-diversion schemes, otherwise known as "*72 or *74 fraud," essentially "hijack" a victim's phone number. The deception typically occurs as follows:

An innocent party receives a call from an inmate that disguises his identity.
The inmate describes a desperate situation and persuades the called party to place a call with specific dialing instructions.
By dialing the number the way the inmate instructs, the victim's phone number is forwarded to another number.
This allows the inmate to place unauthorized subsequent calls and charge them to the victim's phone number.

About Securus

SOURCE Securus Technologies, Inc.

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McDonald's Launches National Men of McCafe Search With AOL Blackvoices
September 26, 2010

The McDonald's Men of McCafe Search is a new talent search launching nationwide on September 25. Through hosting a series of live events and an e-mail entry time period McDonald's will determine which five community service-minded males will represent as the official Men of McCafe at the 2011 Essence Music Festival. McDonald's has teamed with popular online portal AOL Blackvoices to bring this exciting search to life online by hosting applicants' profiles and online content from the series of live events. Starting in October 20, 2010, consumers will be able to email menofmccafe@365Black.com and apply for a chance to represent McCafe.

The Men of McCafe, a group of African American male brand ambassadors, made their successful debut at the McDonald's booth during the 2009 Essence Music Festival, creating an unexpected frenzy among female consumers. Since then, the group has developed a following throughout the country providing McDonald's the perfect opportunity to develop an interactive program that recruits fans of McCafe to become brand ambassadors.

"After an overwhelming response from consumers, McDonald's is excited to launch the Men of McCafe concept as a national search," said Rob Jackson, Director of U.S. Marketing, McDonald's USA. "This program is our way of providing a meaningful experience that will directly impact our consumers by allowing them to have connection to espresso based coffee culture and new age beverages while also providing a fun and contemporary means of promoting positive images of African-American men."

The national search kicks off with a live event in Atlanta at the Real Moments, Real Fruit Smoothie Fusion tour stop at the Atlanta Football Classic on September 25. Former NFL player and inaugural Man of McCafe, Isaac Keys, and BET personality, Alesha Renee will host the search for current male students and alumni at Historically Black Colleges and Universities during tailgating activities. The search will also head to Charlotte, NC in February 2011 during McDonald's festivities at the CIAA Tournament.

In a continued effort to showcase the latest line of McCafe Smoothies, the Real Moments, Real Fruit Smoothie Fusion tour bus, an upscale smoothie lounge on wheels, has been travelling across the country allowing consumers to experience the latest taste of McCafe in a surprising way. The tour bus has been providing "real moments" including special appearances by recording artists Regina Belle and J Moss and back-to-school giveaways for students along with providing samples of the new McCafe Real Fruit Smoothies featuring Wild Berry and Strawberry Banana flavors. To date, the tour bus has visited over 20 cities including Houston, Washington, D.C., and New York.

Throughout the email submission period, consumers will also have the opportunity to log on to AOL Blackvoices to learn more about the program. As the exclusive digital media partner, AOL Blackvoices will feature the launch video as well as feature the winners once announced.

"As the number one online destination for African-American news, culture and community, AOL Blackvoices is thrilled to join forces with McDonald's to launch this national search which will involve our more than three million monthly visitors*," said Blackvoices' Director Tariq Muhammad.

For more information about the McDonald's Men of McCafe Search, please visit 365Black.com or visit Blackvoices.com for Official Rules, restrictions and entry details.

About McDonald's

McDonald's USA, LLC, is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome foods made from quality ingredients to more than 26 million customers every day. Nearly 90 percent of McDonald's 14,000 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by local business men and women. Customers can now log online for free at any of the 11,000 participating Wi-Fi enabled McDonald's U.S. restaurants. For more information, visit www.mcdonalds.com, or follow us on Twitter (@McDonalds) and Facebook (Facebook.com/McDonalds) for updates on our business, promotions and products.

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SOURCE McDonald's

Healthmed Neural Communicator Final Phase Test Results Exceed Expectations
September 26, 2010

Healthmed Services, Ltd. (OTC QB: HEME), an innovative software and application development company, is in the final phases of beta testing its Neural Vantage communicator.

You may read more about the Company and its product developments on its website: www.healthmedltd.com.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

SOURCE Healthmed Services Ltd.

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La National Alliance of Wound Care anuncia una nueva certificacin avanzada en la especialidad de lesiones diabticas
September 26, 2010

La National Alliance of Wound Care (NAWC ®) anunció hoy la presentación de su certificación avanzada de atención de lesiones en la especialidad de lesiones diabéticas. El credencial Diabetic Wound Certified, o DWC®, demuestra la competencia de un candidato y su dominio de los conocimientos y las destrezas esenciales para la gestión de la atención de lesiones diabéticas, más allá de la certificación básica de atención de heridas.

Esta certificación de especialidad ayudará a llenar una necesidad drástica de especialistas certificados en atención de lesiones dentro del creciente campo de las lesiones diabéticas. Los especialistas en atención de heridas pueden llevar ahora su carrera al siguiente nivel. "La DWC es el primer credencial avanzado en la especialidad de lesiones diabéticas y abre la puerta para el avance profesional de miles de especialistas certificados en atención de lesiones", dijo Debbie Hecker RN, MBA, WCC y directora ejecutiva de la National Alliance of Wound Care.

El anuncio se produjo durante la conferencia anual de atención de lesiones Wild on Wounds (WOW), celebrada en Las Vegas, Nevada. Las clases y el examen para obtener el nuevo credencial DWC comenzarán durante el primer trimestre de 2011. El credencial DWC está disponible sólo a través de la NAWC, la organización de certificación para la atención de lesiones más grande y de mayor crecimiento de Estados Unidos.

Acerca de la NAWC

La NAWC es una organización sin fines de lucro dedicada a la promoción y el fomento de la excelencia en la atención de lesiones, mediante la certificación de profesionales especializados en la atención de heridas. Es la mayor organización de certificación de profesionales especializados en la atención de lesiones en los Estados Unidos. La NAWC figura entre un grupo selecto de más de 90 organizaciones de certificación que han recibido y mantenido la acreditación otorgada por la Comisión Nacional para Agencias de Certificación (NCCA). Para obtener más información acerca de la DWC y las certificaciones WWC®, visite el sitio web www.nawccb.org.

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Securus Announces Its Secure Call Platform (SCP) Remote Call Forwarding Detection Feature Identifies More Than 3.5 Million Forwarded Calls, Preventing Popular Inmate Phone Scams
September 26, 2010

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Inmates that carry out these call-diversion schemes, otherwise known as "*72 or *74 fraud," essentially "hijack" a victim's phone number. The deception typically occurs as follows:

An innocent party receives a call from an inmate that disguises his identity.
The inmate describes a desperate situation and persuades the called party to place a call with specific dialing instructions.
By dialing the number the way the inmate instructs, the victim's phone number is forwarded to another number.
This allows the inmate to place unauthorized subsequent calls and charge them to the victim's phone number.

About Securus

SOURCE Securus Technologies, Inc.

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Art Van Furniture to Open First Store in Mall
September 25, 2010

50 years after opening its first store, Art Van Furniture is making history again by opening its first showroom in a shopping mall. Art Van Furniture, the state's largest furniture chain, announced today it will debut a new furniture store at Great Lakes Crossing in Auburn Hills, bringing the total of Art Van stores to 34 state-wide. The new location will also add approximately 80 new jobs to the region including sales, delivery and management.

Great Lakes Crossing, owned by Taubman Centers Inc., is one of the state's busiest shopping centers, featuring more than 160 shops, restaurants and entertainment venues. The 43,000-square foot Art Van showroom will showcase a full line of furniture along with an "Art Van Pure Sleep" mattress aisle, electronics with "Paul's TV", "Scott Shuptrine Interiors" design studio and Art Van Clearance Center.

"Everything you expect at an Art Van store will be at our new location," said Kim Yost Art Van Furniture CEO. "Being inside one of the state's busiest malls will expose Art Van Furniture to millions of shoppers and we expect to see many new faces."

"Many people have been wondering why we are expanding in a tough economy," said Art Van Elslander, founder and chairman of Art Van Furniture. "The answer is simple. Shoppers are always looking for value and selection and we're responding to the demand by providing more convenient locations."

In the past year the Michigan based family owned and operated business, has opened two free standing Art Van Pure Sleep bedding stores, introduced three new Art Van showrooms in Grandville, Petoskey and Onaway, added "Paul's TV", a national electronics retailer supplier, "Art's Backyard" specializing in high quality backyard furniture and launched "Scott Shuptrine Interiors" design studios.

The Art Van store inside Great Lakes Crossing is scheduled to open in November.

About Art Van Furniture

Art Van Furniture is a family owned and operated furniture retailer, operating 34 stores throughout Michigan. Celebrating 50 years of service, Art Van Furniture is Michigan's largest furniture retailer and America's largest independent furniture retailer. Art Van Furniture also offers a full service e-commerce website plus two free standing Art Van Pure Sleep bedding stores in Canton and Rochester Hills, Michigan and a full service e-commerce website plus two new free standing bedding stores in Canton and Rochester Hills Michigan, Art Van Pure Sleep. The company is headquartered in Warren, Mich.

SOURCE Art Van Furniture

Healthmed Neural Communicator Final Phase Test Results Exceed Expectations
September 25, 2010

Healthmed Services, Ltd. (OTC QB: HEME), an innovative software and application development company, is in the final phases of beta testing its Neural Vantage communicator.

You may read more about the Company and its product developments on its website: www.healthmedltd.com.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

SOURCE Healthmed Services Ltd.

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EASEUS Software Finds Success with OEM Model in Data Recovery Software Market
September 25, 2010

EASEUS Software, a leading provider of data recovery, partition manager and backup utilities, finds great success with their OEM model. Since it introduced OEM as one of its cooperative ways for its data recovery software, the company has successfully expanded its data recovery software market with partners.

The company has asked developers and start-ups: Are you looking for new ways to generate revenue and new products to complement your existing business line at the same time? Or you are finding a way to make your products stand out from the pack? The OEM model offered with EASEUS' Data Recovery Software, letting both hardware and software vendors integrate its data recovery technologies into their products, proves to be a successful method of cooperation and can also strengthen business offerings.

And you may know, EASEUS Software is among only a few professional data recovery software vendors that are taking the OEM model approach, and the company shares its unparalleled data recovery technologies with partners to improve their product value and customer satisfaction.

So far, major technology companies have incorporated EASEUS software into many different offerings, including:

Anti-virus and security suites
Computer hardware bundles
Relicensed products
Storage media products
Bundled software and services.

These are the main ways companies have leveraged the OEM offering:

Republished and rebranded - integrated EASEUS data recovery technologies into their existing product portfolios to generate significant additional revenue.
Included it in system builds - increase the value of solutions and gain more access to customers.
Bundled with software or hardware - bundle with hardware or software products to provide a comprehensive solutions for clients.

EASEUS Data Recovery Software is boasting about its deleted file recovery, format recovery, partition recovery and raw recovery solutions – that work from almost all kinds of storage media - and this is a unique opportunity to have ownership while strengthening your product line.

Additionally, EASEUS Software offers varied levels of cooperation such as source code sales, Reseller/Distributor, Affiliate Program and Service Provider. For more information, please visit http://www.easeus.com/partner/.

About CHENGDU YIWO Tech Development Co., Ltd.

The company specializes in data recovery, partition manager and backup software for Windows OS. Its major products are EASEUS Data Recovery Wizard, Partition Table Doctor, EASEUS Partition Master and EASEUS Todo Backup. For more information, please visit www.easeus.com .

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Atari Launches New Online And Mobile Games Initiative Atari Games Online (Atari GO)
September 25, 2010

Atari, an interactive entertainment company, announced today the continued evolution of its games business with the official rollout of Atari Games Online (Atari GO). The Atari GO initiative will support the development of new online casual and social games and help game developers navigate the increasing complexities of publishing online games. The announcement was made today by Jeff Lapin, CEO, Atari.

Thom Kozik, who recently joined Atari in March, brings more than twenty-five years of experience in games, technology and online beginning with Microsoft followed by leadership roles with Yahoo!, Bigpoint and K2 Network. Kozik has been leading this new initiative, focused on attracting independent developers and content distribution partners with Atari's multi-platform approach to development, marketing and distribution. More than a dozen studios are actively developing new casual and social games around the Atari GO suite of services.

"Thom brings a wealth of experience and insight to his role here at Atari as he joins our management team during this high growth period in online gaming," said Lapin. "We look forward to bringing modernized versions of our well-known games, such as Asteroids, and new original games to global online marketplace."

"The programs, tools and support structures behind Atari GO allows developers to focus on making great games that can then be delivered globally," said Thom Kozik, Executive VP, Online & Mobile at Atari. "Developers can already sign up for our programs and collaborate with us as we envision the future of cross-platform gaming."

Atari Games Online will offer programs designed to connect great games to online gamers across a number of platforms:

The Independent Developer Program will cultivate new original games and games based on Atari's deep catalog of classic IP while supporting them with the strength of the Atari brand, marketing and platform support.
The Affiliate Program will enable popular independent sites to embed genuine online versions of Classic Atari games along with our new titles, directly into their site and share in the revenue.
The Distribution Program is focused on identifying and partnering with top portals, social networks and game aggregators to expand Atari's audience.
Marketing and Platforms support will help developers with distribution, marketing, and metrics. Atari will also help developers navigate the increasing complexities of publishing on multiple social networks, sites and portals by assisting with registration, inventory management, monetization tuning and advertising support.

Complementing the announcement of Atari GO, the company is showcasing a new production slate of re-imagined classic games that will roll out in the coming months.

For more information about Atari's online initiatives (ATARI GO) and developer, affiliate and distribution programs please visit: www.atari.com/go

ABOUT ATARI, SA

Atari group is a global creator, producer and publisher of interactive entertainment. Atari's brands and content are available across all key traditional and digital distribution touch points, including browser-based and social online platforms, PC, consoles from Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony, and advanced smart phones (i.e. iPhone, Android and RIM devices). Divisions of Atari, SA include Cryptic Studios, Eden Studios, Atari Interactive, Inc. and Atari, Inc.

Atari benefits from the strength of its worldwide brand and its extensive catalogue of contemporary classic game franchises (Asteroids®, Centipede®, Missile Command®, Lunar Lander®), original owned franchises (Test Drive®, Backyard Sports®, Deer Hunter®), MMO games from Cryptic Studios (Star Trek™ Online, Champions Online™) and third party franchises (Ghostbusters®, Rollercoaster Tycoon®, Dungeons and Dragons®). Atari also leverages the power of its franchises to deliver movies and merchandise to consumers around the world.

For more information please visit: www.atari.com

Atari word mark and logo are trademarks owned by Atari Interactive, Inc.

SOURCE Atari

CA Technologies Delivers Same-Day Support for IBM's Next Generation Mainframe Operating System
September 25, 2010

CA Technologies (Nasdaq: CA) today announced "Day One" support for IBM's next generation z/OS® V1.12 across its extensive line of mainframe management software solutions, delivering timely support for new releases of IBM® System z® hardware and operating systems.

CA Mainframe Software Manager (CA MSM), a key innovation in CA Technologies delivery on its Mainframe 2.0 strategy, can ease the upgrade process and accelerate time-to-benefit as customers move to the new z/OS operating system.

CA Technologies recently delivered same-day support for IBM's new, innovative zEnterprise model z196 hardware, and is now readying CA Mainframe Chorus to support all z/OS hardware platforms and operating systems.

"Same-day support for IBM's z/OS release, which also extends to their new zEnterprise mainframe server, reflects our continued commitment to helping customers leverage CA Technologies and IBM's major investments in software and hardware innovation," said Dayton Semerjian, general manager of Mainframe Customer Solutions Unit at CA Technologies. "We will continue to work closely with IBM and embrace their zEnterprise technology to deliver on that goal."

CA actively participated in IBM's Early Support Program for z/OS V1.12 by installing it in its own data center, helping to optimize "Day One" support for customers.

"CA Technologies continues to aggressively support the mainframe ecosystem," said IBM Karl Freund, vice president, IBM System z. "Their same-day support for our new zEnterprise server and the latest release of z/OS 1.12 will further benefit our mutual customers."

More information on CA Technologies broad portfolio of mainframe software can be found at: http://www.ca.com/us/mainframe-products.aspx

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About CA Technologies

CA Technologies (Nasdaq: CA) is an IT management software and solutions company with expertise across all IT environments – from mainframe and distributed, to virtual and cloud. CA Technologies manages and secures IT environments and enables customers to deliver more flexible IT services. CA Technologies innovative products and services provide the insight and control essential for IT organizations to power business agility. The majority of the Global Fortune 500 relies on CA Technologies to manage evolving IT ecosystems. For additional information, visit CA Technologies at www.ca.com.

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SOURCE CA Technologies

SunBriteTV Introduces New 22-inch All-Weather Outdoor LCD TV and Color Options at CEDIA EXPO 2010
September 25, 2010

SunBriteTV, the pioneer in LCD televisions designed for outdoor installation, has announced that it will introduce its new 22-inch Model 2220HD all-weather outdoor display and color options for the existing product line at CEDIA EXPO 2010, September 23-26, 2010, in Booth #2448. Model 2220HD will be available October 15, 2010, with an expected MSRP of $2095.

"Great things do come in smaller packages," says Lynn Stearn, SunBriteTV's Vice President of sales and marketing. "Model 2220HD is designed to meet the needs of CEDIA dealers who are looking for multi-room integration for the up-close-and-personal viewing areas, such as the barbecue, for the spa or any other commercial and residential applications with space restrictions."

Model 2220HD is a 22-inch 1386 x 768 pixel HD LCD TV. The corrosion-resistant, powder-coated aluminum exterior protects the internal TV components from rain, dirt, insects and extreme weather conditions.

With the company's proprietary Multi-Fan Airflow System, the TV remains cool and safe in temperatures up to 122 degrees. With variable fan-speed controlled by the TVs internal thermostat, increased cooling is provided as needed, therefore keeping fan noise to a minimum. The TV's thermostatically-controlled heater activates automatically to control condensation and allows the TV to safely remains outdoors in temperatures as low as -24 degrees F.

The 22-inch HD LCD screen displays a bright 1366 x 768 pixel image 2500:1 contrast ratio. The anti-reflective, impact- and scratch-resistant window built into the exterior protects the LCD screen while reducing glare and improving picture quality.

SunBriteTV's innovative watertight cable entry system and cable pass-through design ensures quick and easy hook-up to a wide selection of video inputs, including two HDMI connections, component, VGA, S-video, composite, RF, RS232 serial and the discreet IR control.

Model 2220HD includes two choices to simplify integration with control systems. RS232 serial is a full-featured command set with discrete on/off input select and volume control, and discrete IR control, provides codes for power on/off and input select. Furthermore, the TV is equipped with a water-resistant detachable speaker module that can to be removed when the TV is integrated with an external sound system.

Model 2220HD will also accommodate SunBriteTV's Internal Media Compartment. This in-factory upgrade customizes the TV to accommodate the Cisco Digital media Player or Enseo hospitality tuners with Pro:Idiom technology (media players and hospitality tuners are available through their respective companies) in the TV's watertight cable compartment. Once the media player or tuner is installed and the door is closed, the media is completely sheltered and safeguarded by the company's all-weather feature- set. The Internal Media Compartment upgrade is already being used in professional and college stadiums and hotels across the company, and is available with Models, 3220HD, 4610HD and 5510HD.

SunBriteTV will also showcase the company's entire family of all-weather outdoor TVs at CEDIA that incorporate the equivalent environmental feature set as Model 2220HD, including: Model 5510HD, a 55-inch full-HD 1080p 120Hz LCD TV with detachable speaker module that sells for $7195 MSRP: Model 4610HD, a 46-inch full-HD 1080p LCD TV with detachable speaker module, that sells for $4995 MSRP; Model 3220HD, a 32-inch HD LCD TV with detachable speaker module that sells for $2595, MSRP; Model 3230HD, a 32-inch HD LCD TV engineered with an outdoor-rated ASA plastic resin exterior and built-in speakers that sells for $2095 MSRP.

New to the SunBriteTV line-up is the Black color option for models 5510HD, 4610HD, 3220HD and 2220HD and the Marine White color option for models 2220HD, 3220HD and 3230HD.

SunBriteTV's are shipped with a water-resistant remote control with long-life lithium batteries, and a one-year in-factory parts and labor warranty. A removable table top stand is included with Models 2220HD, 3220HD and 3230HD, and a one-year, in-factory, parts and labor warranty is included with all models.

For optimum viewing, SunBriteTV offers optional ceiling mounts and articulating wall mounts that allow for horizontal extension, lateral rotation, tilt and swivel functions. For additional backyard placement choices, a deck/planter pole mount is also available. The pole can be set in concrete, a planter, or bolted directly to a flat surface like a patio or pool deck. Pairing the TVs with the articulating mount gives users virtually unlimited viewing options. An optional removable tabletop stand is available for the 4610HD and 5510HD.

All models are available through SunBriteTV's network of qualified dealers. To inquire about becoming an Authorized Dealer, contact SunBriteTV at 866.357.8688, or visit the Reseller Inquiry page at www.sunbritetv.com.

About SunBriteTV

SunBriteTV's all-weather televisions have been time-tested in home installations, outdoor sports arenas, restaurant & hotel patios, and even on military vehicles participating in field operations. For more information on SunBriteTV products, contact us at 866.357.8688 or visit www.sunbritetv.com. For photos requests, please email plcaminiti@sunbritetv.com.

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Sunridge Ships First Order to the Middle East
September 24, 2010

Sunridge International (OTC Bulletin Board: SNDZ) announced today that it has shipped its first order to Ameco Medical Equipment L.L.C., its exclusive distributor for several Middle Eastern countries. AME plans to start its marketing rollout of Pneumatic Trabeculoplasty (PNT) throughout the region, while simultaneously conducting a short study to gain reimbursement approval for the PNT procedure. Once established, the population of glaucoma sufferers waiting for treatment can be helped.

Sunridge International's CEO, G. Richard Smith states, "This is an important step for our company. Our focus this year has been expanding our distribution network worldwide, and entering the Middle Eastern market, with the high incidence of glaucoma in its population, can and should produce millions in revenue for our company."

Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness, affecting over 70 million people worldwide. PNT has been proven (through studies completed over the last 10 yrs) to be a safe, effective, non-invasive and a cost effective alternative for treatment for glaucoma and ocular hypertension. The 2-minute treatment has been developed, patented, and distributed by Sunridge International, wholly owned subsidiary, Ophthalmic International (www.oi-pnt.com).

For full details of PNT and its application, we invite you to visit Sunridge International's website at www.sunridgeint.com.

Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including without limitation, continued acceptance of the company's products, increased levels of competition for the company, new products and technological changes, the company's dependence on third-party suppliers, and other risks detailed from time to time in the company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

CONTACT:
Jeff Smith, Sunridge International
T: +1-480-837-6165
e-mail: info@sunridgeint.com

MEDIA:
Victor Webb, Marston Webb International
T: (212) 684-6601
e-mail: marwebint@cs.com

SOURCE Sunridge International

Hawaiian's New Tokyo Flights Now Open for Ticket Sales
September 24, 2010

Having received its authorization to operate new international service to Japan from Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Hawaiian Airlines today announced the start of ticket sales for its new daily nonstop flights between Tokyo's Haneda Airport and Honolulu.

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Tickets can be purchased online via Hawaiian's new Japanese-language website at www.HawaiianAirlines.co.jp, its English-language site, www.HawaiianAirlines.com, or by phone through its sales office in Japan at 03-5405-8761 or toll-free in the U.S. through its reservations center at 1-800-367-5320.

Hawaiian's inaugural flight from Honolulu to Haneda is on November 17, with the inaugural departure from Haneda to Honolulu taking place November 19.

"We have received a tremendous response to our announcement of new service to Haneda, and we know travelers have been waiting for this moment," said Glenn Taniguchi, Hawaiian's senior vice president of marketing and sales. "Hawaiian will begin flying daily between Haneda and Honolulu less than two months from now, and tickets are now on sale."

Travelers will enjoy the convenience of Hawaiian's new service departing and arriving from Haneda Airport, near the city's center, as well as the authentic Hawaii travel experience that only Hawaiian Airlines can provide.

As the only U.S. carrier offering flights between Haneda and Hawaii, Hawaiian's new service offers U.S.-originating travelers superior accessibility to Japan's largest metropolitan area, along with the industry-leading service and frequent flyer benefits for which Hawaiian has become known.

Current HawaiianMiles frequent flyer members can immediately start earning and redeeming mileage award benefits on the new Haneda-Honolulu flight, which covers more than 3,800 miles. HawaiianMiles frequent flyer membership enrollment via Hawaiian's Japanese-language website will become available in the coming weeks.

Flight #458 will depart Tokyo's Haneda Airport daily at 11:59 p.m. and arrive at Honolulu International Airport at 12:05 p.m. the same day. Return Flight #457 will depart Honolulu daily at 6:05 p.m. and arrive at Haneda at 10:05 p.m. the next day. (Tokyo is 19 hours ahead of Honolulu and the flight crosses the International Dateline.)

Hawaiian will initially serve the Haneda-Honolulu route using its wide-body, twin-aisle Boeing 767-300ER aircraft seating up to 264 passengers before introducing its new and larger 294-seat Airbus A330-200 aircraft onto the route.

About Hawaiian Airlines

Hawaiian is the nation's highest-ranked carrier for service quality and performance in 2009 in the 20th annual Airline Quality Rating study, having earned that distinction in three of the past four years. Hawaiian has also led all U.S. carriers in on-time performance for each of the past six years (2004-2009) and has been an industry leader in fewest misplaced bags during that same period (#1 from 2005-2007, #2 in 2008 and 2009) as reported by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Consumer surveys by Conde Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Zagat have all ranked Hawaiian the top domestic airline offering flights to Hawaii.

Now in its 81st year of continuous service for Hawaii, Hawaiian is the state's biggest and longest-serving airline, as well as the largest provider of passenger air service to Hawaii from the state's primary visitor markets on the U.S. mainland. Hawaiian offers nonstop service to Hawaii from more U.S. gateway cities (10) than any other airline, as well as service to the Philippines, Australia, American Samoa, Tahiti, and, in the coming months, Japan and South Korea. Hawaiian also provides more than 150 daily jet flights between the Hawaiian Islands.

Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. is a subsidiary of Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: HA). Additional information is available at HawaiianAirlines.com.

SOURCE Hawaiian Airlines

MAYA Design Launches LUMA Institute to Teach Design Thinking to...Well...Everyone
September 24, 2010

MAYA Design, a leading technology design and innovation consultancy, announced today the launch of LUMA Institute, a training and development venture dedicated to teaching the merit and methods of human-centered design in a world of connected products and services.

Like MAYA Design, the new venture is primarily focused on serving organizations that are wrestling with the need to create more useful, usable and desirable services by embedding a culture of creativity targeting customer satisfaction. In order for companies to innovate and remain competitive, LUMA Institute develops educational programs aimed at teaching internal, cross-functional development teams the "tricks" of the design trade across all sectors of business.

"Just as it became critical to be literate in science, technology, engineering and math in the last century, design is becoming a core literacy of the future," said Chris Pacione, director, CEO and co-founder of LUMA Institute. "The recent radical shift to a globally connected economy is creating the need for new organizations especially competent in design."

Human-centered design is a discipline comprising dozens of methods. When employed, they help businesses be hyper-attentive to the needs and desires of their customers. The Institute helps organizations learn and perform the skills required to innovate and provides them with "muscle memory" to ensure immediate application. To date over 1200 people have participated in LUMA workshops. Many participants hail from Fortune 500 companies, but the demand has recently expanded to academic and government organizations looking to increase skills in critical thinking and innovation.

"The world is exploding exponentially with ever more powerful and complex things," said Mickey McManus, president and CEO of MAYA Design. "The workshops have raised appreciation for the business value of designing for people, rather than just for technology. They teach engineers, marketers, and business leaders tangible skills to design better experiences. This is beneficial for everyone, including design consultancies that are often misunderstood by other professionals who see them as merely purveyors of style."

About MAYA Design

MAYA Design is a leading technology design and innovation lab that works to turn human experiences with technology products into positive, fruitful interactions. For over 20 years, MAYA Design's team of experts in human sciences, engineering and design have been working with a range of Fortune 500 companies and start-up businesses to design innovative products and solutions that improve the interactions between people and information. For more information, please visit www.maya.com.

About LUMA Institute

LUMA Institute is a training and development company that helps organizations and individuals (from K through CEO) learn and leverage the practices of Human-Centered Design. Its services help businesses, schools, and government enlist design to drive innovation and make things better. For more information about workshops and programs please visit www.luma-institute.com.

Contact:
Judy Huang	Susan Salis
Weber Shandwick	MAYA Design
212-445-8346	412-488-2900

SOURCE MAYA Design

Lionbridge Hosts Webinar with IBM to Help Organizations Solve Global Communication Challenges
September 24, 2010

Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: LIOX), a leading provider of translation, development and testing services, will host an educational webcast with IBM on "Solving Global Communication Challenges" today, Thursday, Sept. 23 from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

In this revealing one-hour, complimentary webcast, executives from Lionbridge and IBM will discuss how organizations can effectively solve their most pressing global communication challenges through automated translation. Additionally, Lionbridge will present the latest iteration of its Real-Time Translation platform and host a Q&A session.

Webinar attendees will learn:

Why 99 percent of enterprise content never gets translated
How to move from "Just in Case" translation to "Just in Time"
How real-time translation can increase revenue and customer loyalty while reducing costs

Speakers:

Kevin Perry, Vice President of Real Time Translation Technology, Lionbridge

Salim Roukos, Sr. Manager, Multilingual NLP Technologies & CTO, Translation Technologies IBM T.J. Watson Research

Earlier this year, translation services leaders Lionbridge and IBM announced a partnership agreement to accelerate development and commercialization of customizable automated translation that instantly translates content and communications such as Web pages, documents, customer support, user generated content, instant messages, blogs and e-mail, so people can communicate in their native languages.

To Register and Participate:

Register in advance for "Solving the Global Communication Challenge." Additionally, participants can suggest topics to be addressed during the webcast, by sending an email to webinars@lionbridge.com.

The webinar will be available on-demand through the Lionbridge website for those unable to attend the live webcast.

About Lionbridge

Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIOX) is a provider of translation, development and testing solutions. Lionbridge combines global resources with proven program management methodologies to serve as an outsource partner throughout a client's product and content lifecycle - from development to translation, testing and maintenance. Global organizations rely on Lionbridge services to increase international market share, speed adoption of global products and content, and enhance their return on enterprise applications and IT system investments. Based in Waltham, Mass., Lionbridge maintains solution centers in 26 countries and provides services under the Lionbridge and VeriTest brands. To learn more, visit http://www.lionbridge.com

Lionbridge is a registered trademark of Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. in the US and throughout the world.

For More Information Contact:

Sara Buda

Lionbridge

(781) 434-6190

sara.buda@lionbridge.com

SOURCE Lionbridge Technologies, Inc.

'What Really Matters' Unveils 'Feel-Good' T-Shirts With Inspirational Messages Spreading Hope and Helping Those in Need
September 24, 2010

What Really Matters (W.R.M.), a company formed by three friends, each hit with the effects of the recession and inspired by a story of hope, introduces a line of expressive t-shirts in an effort to spread their positive outlook, ultimately helping to bring about change. The launch of the line follows the debut of the well-received video communicating the inspiration behind the brand http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pMPhW7hgEk.

Each specialty t-shirt dons an impactful message that not only says something personal about the wearer and "What Really Matters" to them, but also helps make others feel good and reflect on what is really important in life. Shirts display artwork and verbiage communicating messages such as: My Girl, Puppy Love, Good Times and Great Friends, Living Green, People, and Time with My Kid. W.R.M. is also committed to devoting a portion of the proceeds to the WRM Smiles Program, a grass-roots campaign to help those in need.

David Font, a successful landscape architect and his wife, Rachel, an experienced advertising/marketing executive, were living their dream (so they thought). With David's firm flourishing, a new home in a sought-after area, two luxury cars, and a beautiful little girl, life was good, until....the recession hit. Working day and night to try and make ends meet, David was spending little time with his family.

One day, he ran into his neighbor, "Bill," who was recently diagnosed with a serious illness. While David was expressing his frustration with his situation to his neighbor, he was truly inspired when Bill shared that since finding out that he was sick, spending his time and energy enjoying the precious time he has with his family was "What Really Matters." David felt ashamed of moping over things he "believed" were important and was hit with messages of "What Really Matters" in life. He wondered how he could spread this positive outlook to the rest of the world, and, "What Really Matters" was born! David's wife Rachel, and their close friend Neal, both affected by the recession as most of the people in the country, related to David and his new outlook and began collaborating to launch "W.R.M."

"The more I spoke to friends, family and other acquaintances, the more I realized how much this new attitude resonated as a result of the challenging times we've all been facing in the last few years. After all, everyone has been affected, in one way or another, by the economic downturn and I think we've all been inspired to take a look at what is truly important to us. It's not your zip code, the car you drive, or your bank account, but things like children, family, friends, and hope," says Font.

To learn more about the t-shirts, company and WRM Smiles initiative, visit www.whatreallymattersstore.com.

CONTACT:
Angelica Langston
954-816-3276
angelicalangston@gmail.com

SOURCE What Really Matters

Promising New Therapy for Drug-Resistant Hypertension Presented at Interventional Cardiology Meeting in Washington, D.C.
September 24, 2010

Preclinical data of a novel therapy designed to treat drug-resistant hypertension (high blood pressure) was presented Tuesday, September 21st, at the Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) 2010 Conference in Washington, DC, by Christopher D. Owens, MD, MSc, Assistant Professor in Residence, Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, University of California, San Francisco. The therapy pioneered by Mercator MedSystems, Inc., combines the use of the company's Bullfrog® Micro-Infusion Catheter with a known drug to reduce the hyperactivity of nerves in the renal artery leading to and from the kidney. These nerves are implicated in the initiation and maintenance of high blood pressure. The early data shows that this therapy precisely targets these nerves, achieving the desired effect without negatively affecting surrounding tissue. Dr. Owens observed, "While these data are early, the site-specific delivery of drugs directly to the nerves in question offers great promise for a new approach in treating the nearly one-third of 73 million U.S. hypertensive patients who cannot control their blood pressure with medication alone."

The company believes the procedure will take less than an hour in an outpatient setting. In it, the slender Micro-Infusion Catheter is introduced into an artery through a small needle in the upper leg, and is guided into the main kidney artery (the renal artery). Once positioned, a balloon at the tip of the catheter is inflated inside the artery, sliding a 130 micron (two hair widths thick) microneedle through the artery wall into the tissue known as the adventitia, which envelops the hyperactive nerves leading to the kidney. As the drug is infused through the microneedle, it surrounds the artery to create an effective cylindrical treatment zone and reduces the nerve signals which cause high blood pressure.

The company plans to initiate human investigational trials of this therapy in early 2011 commercialization in 2-3 years.

Other studies featuring the Mercator Micro-Infusion Catheter platform that were also presented this week at the TCT include presentations by Marc Penn, MD, PhD, Director, the Skirball Laboratory of Cardiovascular Cellular Therapeutics as part of the symposium entitled Strategies for Cardiovascular Repair: Stem Cell Therapy and Beyond; and John Karanian, PhD, Director of the Laboratory for Cardiovascular and Interventional Therapeutics, Office of Science and Engineering Labs, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, Food and Drug Administration, as part of the Carotid and Endovascular Intervention Symposium and as part of the Drug-Eluting Stent Summit.

About Mercator MedSystems, Inc.

Mercator MedSystems, Inc. (http://www.MercatorMed.com), a privately-held medical device company headquartered in San Leandro, Calif., is developing targeted safe and effective therapies that reduce the expense of treating disease. Mercator is integrating the FDA-cleared Micro-Infusion Catheter with new and repurposed biotherapeutic agents to meet life-threatening medical needs in hypertension, cardiovascular disease, oncology and regenerative medicine. Mercator catheters are also used by several pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to aid in the development of therapeutics that benefit from the direct targeting and efficiency of site-specific delivery.

SOURCE Mercator MedSystems, Inc.

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Teletrac Sets New Telematics Standard With Fleet Director 8.1
September 23, 2010

Teletrac today released a major upgrade of its industry-leading telematics solution, Fleet Director 8.1, raising integrated vehicle-fleet management to a new level. Fleet Director 8.1 delivers the industry's first real-time fleet analytics in a dashboard-type display that users can access from any Web browser. The new Fleet Director release also makes route scheduling even easier and more effective, reducing costs through labor, fuel and vehicle efficiencies while helping fleets improve service to their customers.

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Teletrac, an award-winning telematics provider for more than 20 years, combines its new analytics and route scheduling technologies with capabilities that have long made Fleet Director an industry leading solution. Fleets gain benefits including lower fuel consumption and out-of-route miles, higher productivity, less unauthorized vehicle use, more on-time arrivals, enforced safer driving—often enabling lower insurance premiums—less driver overtime, reduced paperwork and improved regulatory compliance through automated electronic driver logs.

"Fleet Director 8.1 reflects Teletrac's continuing commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in new functionality," said executive vice president Drew W. Hamilton. "For example, with new real-time analytics, decision makers gain dramatic abilities to head off problems and spot trends as they emerge. The analytics dashboard reveals at a glance key indicators such as fleet utilization, average miles driven, average idle time and much more — offering numerous opportunities to tighten cost control and boost fleetwide efficiencies."

Hamilton added, "When the vehicles' JBUS data is available, managers can also view fleetwide average fuel efficiency (MPG), engine running time and other vehicle performance metrics. Potential problems like engine fault codes are also highlighted. Only Fleet Director 8.1 serves up real-time analytics like these in a dashboard that fleet managers can access 24/7 to improve decision making. Add abilities like advanced route scheduling, MultiView™ tiled mapping and other enhancements, and you've got a real game-changer when it comes to generating net value from vehicles and people."

Fleet Director 8.1 technology also gives users unprecedented flexibility and ease of use in an easy-to-understand interactive display. A user friendly and customizable screen display with easily recognizable icons makes Fleet Director easy to use and intuitive from the start. Users enjoy unique flexibility for displaying multiple map views and data, and can customize window sizes and screen positions on the fly—allowing dispatchers to view whatever information is most relevant at a given moment.

Fleet Director combines SmartNav™ turn by turn navigation, satellite mapping, real-time traffic information, stolen vehicle tracking and comprehensive reporting tools used to monitor mileage, vehicle use and alert managers to unauthorized use and unsafe driving behavior.

The latest release, Fleet Director 8.1, extends core capabilities in numerous ways:

Real-time fleet analytics in dashboard displays

An industry first, Fleet Director 8.1 distills wide-ranging operational data from the most recent 24 hours into a single dashboard-type display that users can grasp at a glance to improve decision making. Users can view these metrics 24/7 through any Web browser. The new analytics dashboard digests data from 16 Teletrac reports and displays results in a high level, easy to understand summary. Operations managers can view per-vehicle averages for fleet utilization, miles driven, idle time and other key performance indicators (KPIs).

When Fleet Director 8.1 receives data from the vehicles' JBUS system, the new analytics dashboard also displays average fleet fuel efficiency (MPG) and average engine running time. Managers can easily spot potential problems because this dashboard shows data for the 10 lowest performing vehicles in each of two key categories — utilization and fuel efficiency — in a fleet or any user-defined sub-fleet. Taken together, these indicators give decision makers unprecedented opportunities to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.

Advanced route scheduling

Fleet Director 8.1 extends Teletrac's award-winning SmartNav™ system to include route scheduling. It enables dispatchers to automatically create the most efficient itinerary for up to 19 deliveries on the day's route for each vehicle. Dispatchers set destinations and length of day; Fleet Director 8.1 does the rest — speeding and simplifying dispatchers' chores, reducing human error and ensuring lowest-cost vehicle routing. To help ensure accurate scheduling, it accounts for expected "dwell time" spent waiting at each delivery point. If Fleet Director 8.1 finds that all deliveries can't be made in one day, it lets dispatchers remove destinations or extend the day.

Because Fleet Director 8.1 is highly integrated, the optimized schedule is downloaded to the vehicle's in-cab display. To adjust for unexpected delays, dispatchers can re-optimize schedules on the fly, minimizing disruptions to maintain high service levels while also keeping a lid on delivery cost.

Fleet Director 8.1 automatically recalculates the day's schedule, then sends destinations to drivers in newly optimized order, ensuring the most fuel and time efficient routes even when traffic and other events intervene.

MultiView™ tiled mapping and other enhancements

Fleet Director 8.1 is the industry's only fleet management solution that lets dispatchers and managers view multiple interactive maps on the same screen, each map displayed in its own independently controlled window. For instance, users can display one map showing all vehicles, and use other tiled windows to stay zoomed in on several specific vehicles. This unique MultiView map tiling helps Teletrac users make better operational decisions by getting the "big picture" while focusing on potential problems and emergent situations in greater detail. Users can set each tiled map view with its own zoom level and even map style.

Fleet Director 8.1 gives users new abilities to follow the progress of multiple vehicles in a single tiled view. Similarly, users can replay the actions of multiple vehicles in a single view. This ability can help resolve disputes and complaints more efficiently. For instance if a complaint is lodged against a driver and there were two drivers in the area, managers can replay both drivers' routes at the same time in the same view to determine which was present at the place and time of the complaint.

Users will find other enhancements throughout Fleet Director 8.1, improving screen layouts for greater convenience and placing more control at dispatchers' fingertips.

For additional information regarding the new features of Fleet Director 8.1, visit www.teletrac.net.

About Fleet Director and Teletrac

Already proven and trusted by more than 10,000 fleets in the US alone, Fleet Director saves fleet owners time, money, and reduces their carbon footprint. Teletrac customers report up to 30% lower fuel usage, an average of 15% less driver overtime, 12% higher productivity and less unauthorized vehicle use.

Fleet Director has been recognized by Fleet News Magazine winning its prestigious 2009 Fleet Van Technology Initiative of the Year Award as well as the Fleet Van Award for 2008 Technology of The Year. Additionally, Fleet Director is the recipient of the 2009 Green Business Award from Management Today and 2009 IT and Communications Product of The Year from Green Fleet Magazine. These are particularly significant as they recognize pioneers of environmental fleet management.

Teletrac, Inc. is headquartered in Garden Grove, CA. For additional information, visit www.teletrac.net, contact Teletrac at 1-817-323-1448, or via e-mail at lchiranky@teletrac.net

SOURCE Teletrac

Leading Restoration Company on North Shore Announces Blog, Portfolio of Work
September 23, 2010

Castino Restoration, the leading home service provider on the North Shore and parts of Chicago, announces today the launch of their new, interactive web site. The web site contains the first Restoration blog on the North Shore as well as an extensive portfolio gallery of their multi-services including: flood, fire and mold remediation, interior and exterior painting, stucco, carpentry and much more. The web address is www.castinorestoration.com

The Blog contains many home improvement tips, and safety information for homeowners. It includes information on what to do when your home floods and why mold is so important to remediate.

"Our new web site, blog and portfolio is a great resource for homeowners who are confused about how to handle mold and other situations. They need to understand that mold is a health hazard and needs to be handled by experienced technicians immediately," said Roger Castino, owner.

"We already take advantage of social media pages such as Facebook and Twitter, so a new and exciting web site, blog and portfolio are a great addition to the mix. We've been on the North Shore for over 35 years and we want the residents to know that we are here for them if they need anything at all," said Kim Jones, Marketing Director.

About Castino Restoration

Beginning in 1974, Castino Restoration, a division of Castino Painting and Home Services, created a top-notch reputation on the North Shore and Chicagoland area as a reliable, family-run company providing flood, fire and mold remediation, interior and exterior painting and various other home services to residential and commercial properties.

Castino Restoration is available 24 hours a day for emergencies – 1-847-729-3200. The web site is www.castinorestoration.com

SOURCE Castino Painting and Home Services

Family Office Exchange Offers Preview of University of Chicago Private Wealth Management Course
September 23, 2010

Family Office Exchange (FOX) will present a rare public webcast on Wednesday, September 29, at 10 a.m. Central time/11 a.m. Eastern time to preview a unique family educational opportunity, Private Wealth Management for High Net Worth Individuals and Families, which next takes place November 2-5 at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

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Providing the introduction will be Stuart Lucas, co-designer of the course and Chairman, Wealth Strategist Partners, and Sara Hamilton, course instructor and Founder and CEO, Family Office Exchange.

Provocatively entitled "Are You Prepared for Another Decade of Zero Growth?" the presentation will demonstrate how the four-day course can prepare families to set goals, spending strategies, investment strategies, advisor selection, and estate plans in order to cope with the uncertainty created by the current economy. It also will provide an excellent opportunity to introduce next generation family members and new family office personnel to the comprehensive planning that goes into managing family wealth and legacy.

To register for the free webinar, visit www.foxexchange.com/pwm.

About the Course

The program helps wealth owners grow and protect their financial capital while reinforcing personal values that support flourishing families. Equipping participants with the frameworks, tools and techniques necessary for building and executing a comprehensive wealth management plan, the program integrates sessions on investing, selecting advisors, cash flow management, tax and estate planning, family legacy planning, and philanthropy into a coherent whole.

The acclaimed faculty has a strong combination of academic knowledge and practical experience to share in a dynamic classroom environment.

"Successful wealth management involves the integrated and effective management of all these components," says Steven Kaplan, Neubauer Family Professor of Entrepreneurship and Finance. "From the feedback we've received, participants find the course valuable, plus they enjoy the classroom experience. They also appreciate the confidential environment and ample opportunity they get to network with fellow wealth owners challenged with similar issues."

"The typical participant has a substantial net worth and may own or have sold a family business," says John Heaton, Joseph L. Gidwitz Professor of Finance. "We regularly receive participants from around the world as well as multiple generations of the same family."

"Today's wealth management industry is complex and ever changing and so are family dynamics," says Sara Hamilton, Founder and CEO of Family Office Exchange. "This program will provide participants with the tools and techniques to make sound decisions that are closely aligned with their values, skills, interests, risk tolerance, and family dynamics."

"Managing wealth effectively is every bit as hard as creating it in the first place," says Stuart Lucas, CFA, author of the critically acclaimed book Wealth and fourth-generation steward of his family's fortune. "With the tools they gain in this program, wealth owners can more effectively take charge of their wealth, while delegating the details with greater confidence."

To register for the free webinar, visit www.foxexchange.com/pwm.

About Family Office Exchange

Family Office Exchange (FOX) is a definitive source of knowledge and best practices associated with the business of managing family wealth. The strength of the FOX network is derived from the collective knowledge and experience of more than 500 wealthy families and their advisors, who rely on FOX for education and advice about family and financial transitions. For more information about FOX, call 312.327.1200 (Chicago office) or +44 (0) 20 7170 4235 (London office) or visit www.familyoffice.com.

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U-Haul Offers 30 Days of Free Storage to Families Affected by Recent Floods in Corpus Christi, Texas
September 23, 2010

The U-Haul Company of Corpus Christi is offering 30 days of free storage to residents whose homes or businesses have been affected by flooding throughout Corpus Christi.

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In addition to the 30-days-free self-storage assistance being offered, people needing boxes can take advantage of the U-Haul Take a Box, Leave a Box Program. The program enables customers to return their reusable boxes and allows others to take them as needed – FREE. U-Haul encourages anyone who has any type of reusable box to drop it off at the nearest U-Haul location and allow another family to reuse the box, free of charge, instead of throwing the reusable box into a recycling bin. U-Haul also has propane available and urges customers to stop in to ensure that their propane tanks are topped off, since propane is a good thing to have on hand when these storms come through.

Families needing more information about the 30-days-free self-storage assistance program should contact the following U-Haul centers closest to their home.

U-Haul Moving and Storage at North Chaparral
1201 North Chaparral
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
(361) 884-8248

U-Haul Moving and Storage of Crosstown
3611 South Port
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
(361) 855-4434

U-Haul Moving and Storage of Padre Island Drive
4344 South Padre Island Drive
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 855-3977

U-Haul Moving and Storage of Corpus Christi
5129 Kostoryz Road
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
(361) 855-8026

"Floods cause tremendous damage and inflict extreme hardship on the communities we serve," stated Michael Whittington, president, U-Haul Company of Corpus Christi. "I hope this effort will provide assistance to families that may truly need a helping hand. We will continue to help our friends and neighbors in this time of need."

About U-Haul

Since 1945, U-Haul has been the best choice for the do-it-yourself mover, with a network of more than 15,800 locations in all 50 United States and 10 Canadian provinces. U-Haul customers' patronage has enabled the U-Haul fleet to grow to approximately 101,000 trucks, 76,000 trailers and 34,000 towing devices. U-Haul offers more than 395,000 rooms and approximately 35 million square feet of storage space at nearly 1,090 owned and managed facilities throughout North America. U-Haul is the consumer's number one choice as the largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the automotive aftermarket industry. As one of the nation's largest retailers of propane, U-Haul supplies alternative-fuel for vehicles and backyard barbecues.

U-Haul was founded by a Navy veteran who grew up during the Great Depression. Tires and gas were still rationed or in short supply during the late 1940s when U-Haul began serving U.S. customers. Today, that background is central to the U-Haul Sustainability Program: "Serving the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." Our commitment to reduce, reuse and recycle includes fuel efficient moving vans, neighborhood proximity, moving-box reuse, moving pads made from discarded material, and packing peanuts that are 100 percent biodegradable. Learn more about these facts and others at uhaul.com/sustainability.

Contact:
Joanne Fried
Ashleigh Wagner
U-Haul Public Relations
(602) 263-6194
publicrelations@uhaul.com

SOURCE U-Haul

PA Historical and Museum Commission Releases New Book Focused on Civil War Soldiers Who Became PA Governors
September 23, 2010

In commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission has published a book that traces the life of five soldiers who went on to be elected the state's chief executive.

"Soldiers to Governors: Pennsylvania's Civil War Veterans who Became State Leaders" was researched and written by Richard C. Saylor, an archivist for the Pennsylvania State Archives. Most of the material in the 196-page, full-color, and cloth-cover book has never before been published or exhibited.

"Five of Pennsylvania's first eight post-Civil War governors were veterans of the American Civil War," said Saylor. "This streak spanned four decades, from the election of John White Geary in 1866 to Samuel W. Pennypacker's final day in office, in January 1907.

"Even though these individuals rose to great political height and power, they did not forget their combat memories or neglect their old military comrades. Their war experiences shaped their vision and beliefs."

Pennsylvania governors who fought in the Civil War include John White Geary (1819–1873), in office from 1867 to 1873; John Frederick Hartranft (1830–1889), in office from 1873 to 1879; Henry Martyn Hoyt (1830–1892), in office from 1879 to 1883; James Addams Beaver (1837–1914); in office from 1887 to 1891; and Samuel Whitaker Pennypacker (1843–1916), in office from 1903 to 1907.

The author follows each of the individuals through his military service, discussing the engagements and battles in which he participated. Also included is an assessment of his political career.

In addition to photographs, "Soldiers to Governors" includes extensive endnotes, an index and bibliography. The book is available now at www.PABookstore.com.

Media contact: Kirk Wilson, 717-783-9882

SOURCE Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission

Bon Jovi and Brad Paisley 'Concerts For The Coast' Free Tickets Available Online Nationwide on Friday, September 24th
September 23, 2010

Free tickets to the Concerts For The Coast series of beachside performances from Bon Jovi and Brad Paisley in Gulf Shores, Ala. will be available online through Frontgate tickets this Friday. World-renowned rock band Bon Jovi will perform on Friday, October 15th and country music star Brad Paisley will perform on Sunday, October 17th. These two shows are the latest installments in the Concerts For The Coast event series striving to bring attention and economic relief to the Alabama gulf coast region.

A limited number of tickets to these free events will be available online through Frontgate Tickets (www.frontgatetickets.com) on Friday, September 24th, at 10 am CT / 11 am ET at http://concertsforthecoast.frontgatetickets.com/

Fans can also secure tickets today by booking accommodations through Gulf Shores and Orange Beach lodging partners. For a list of accommodations offering reservation packages with free tickets, visit http://gulfshores.com/packages-deals/.

The Concerts For The Coast series was created to offer much-needed economic support to the gulf area, drawing visitors from around the country and stimulating the local economy damaged by the oil spill.

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism present performances by Bon Jovi and Brad Paisley in cooperation with the Cities of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach and the Alabama Tourism Department.

For more information, please visit www.concertsforthecoast.com.

For media inquiries, please contact Crissa Requate (crissa@musicallies.com) at Music Allies (828-252-6300 x703).

SOURCE Concerts for the Coast

Custom Food Products Develops Canned Beef Replacement
September 22, 2010

Custom Food Products (CFP), a leading national protein supplier to chain restaurants and food manufacturers, has developed a replacement product for cooked canned beef.

CFP Research and Development Manager Rene Melendez said, "We developed several prototypes over a period of four years and arrived at just the right processing and cooking methodology.

"Our canned beef replacement product is safer, more flavorful, appealing to the eye and performs better than any competitive product on the market."

Founded over 30 years ago, CFP is a $170 million operation, employing 400, with processing facilities in Carson, CA and Owingsville, KY.

Jon Hickerson, President and Chief Operating Officer of CFP, said, "I am proud of Rene's work on this project. We challenged him to develop a product that met the needs of our customers and this product hit the mark.

"We work very hard at CFP to develop customized products, which are used as ingredients by some of the major food brands and served at quality restaurant chains. Once again our R&D folks proved CFP's ability to exceed customer expectations."

Producing delicious beef, chicken, pork and turkey meats and gravies, CFP supplies a wide range of proteins to some of the largest international restaurant chains and consumer products marketers in the U.S. and abroad. CFP is an expert in the protein category and is dedicated to innovation in products used as ingredients and menu items.

CFP has also received dual certifications from the Global Food Safety Initiative and British Retail Consortium. The certifications were awarded to both of their state-of-the-art facilities after separate audits in early summer 2010. CFP's operations are BEV product requirement-approved for several countries, and Halal certified.

For more information, please contact Jon Hickerson, CFP President/COO, at 310-637-0900 or visit www.customfoodproducts.com.

SOURCE Custom Food Products

New SECSnitch.com SEC Whistleblower Site and Theatre Ads Launched by Law Firm
September 22, 2010

The nationally recognized investor and securities employment law firm of Stuart D. Meissner LLC, located in Manhattan, New York, announced today the launching of www.SECSnitch.com, targeting whistleblowers under the new whistleblower provisions within the July 21, 2010 Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. The Act deputized employees in Wall Street brokerage firms and public companies to be the eyes and ears of the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and the Commodities Futures Trading Commission ("CFTC"). The law awards a whistleblower who provides "original information" leading to the successful prosecution of the violation of securities laws to recover 10% to 30% of any monetary sanctions exceeding $1,000,000 recovered by the SEC or CFTC. In addition, the Act provides legal recourse for employees who are retaliated or discriminated against as a result of whistleblowing under the statute. In addition, if represented by counsel, the law provides for anonymity if the whistleblower so chooses, up until the whistleblower is paid their bounty.

The site is being launched along with the release of Oliver Stone's Wall Street – Money Never Sleeps starring Michael Douglas and Shia LaBeouf. Along with the site, a new advertisement will be aired in theatres, targeting securities industry employees. LaBeouf plays the role of Jacob ("Jake") Moore and lives in an apartment in Manhattan's Chelsea district. The advertisement will be first shown on the film's release date, Friday September 24, 2010 in Chelsea, the fictional home of "Jake", appearing in Chelsea Cinemas, along with the renowned Ziegfeld Theatre in the Broadway district in Manhattan. The ad will be set to music similar to the theme song from "Law and Order". The showing of the www.SECSnitch.com advertisement will roll out to other theatres in other areas of New York commencing on October 8, 2010 including the Brooklyn Pavilion Theatre in Park Slope and Great Neck Squire Cinemas.

Stuart Meissner Esq., is a former Assistant Attorney General in NY State Investor Protection and Financial Crimes Section both under Eliot Spitzer and his predecessor. Mr. Meissner was also a prosecutor in the Trial Division of the Manhattan DA's Office under former DA Robert Morgenthau. For the past nine years Mr. Meissner has successfully represented numerous defrauded investors against Wall Street investment banks, Wall Street whistleblowers and individual securities employees, never having lost any in-person FINRA arbitration* to date. In 2006 Meissner represented a senior employee whistleblower from UBS in a FINRA employment claim, resulting in an investigation by former NYS Attorney General Spitzer, reported December 13, 2006 in the Wall Street Journal.

The Meissner firm has already filed five SEC complaints based on the new statute involving Wells Fargo Investments, Banc of America Investment Services, hedge fund Plainfield Asset Management and others. In addition, several other whistleblower claims involving past major investment bank and hedge fund activity are expected to be filed in the coming weeks. The claims focus on activity not only in the United States, but around the world. Most of the claims involve issues arising from 2008 credit crises. One complaint filed by the Meissner firm has already resulted in an investigation by the FBI and United States Attorney's Office as reported by Fortune Magazine's September 10, 2010 issue and another complaint has resulted in the launching of a FINRA Enforcement investigation, which often refers their results to the SEC.

Meissner authored a July 27, 2010 Forbes.com article , titled "Law Lets Whistle-Blowers Get Rich For Doing the Right Thing" detailing the implications of new law. Meissner also submitted an August 17th 2010 comment letter to the SEC to assist the SEC in its rule making required in implementing the new statute. Mr. Meissner is also scheduled to meet with Stephen L. Cohen, the Senior Advisor to the SEC Chairman, on September 23, 2010 in Washington DC to provide input on how the regulator may create rules to encourage whistleblowing and the protection of whistleblowers. "We want to encourage the future 'Jakes' of Wall Street to come forward and show that the famous movie phrase 'Greed is Good' can be a positive force for Wall Street and not just a negative force," said Meissner, the brain child of the campaign to help the SEC clean up Wall Street.

*Past results do not guarantee future outcomes

See the Advertisement at www.SECSnitch.com and For More Information Contact:

Law Offices of Stuart D. Meissner LLC
450 Seventh Ave. Suite 2205
New York, N.Y. 10123
212-764-3100
Attorney Advertising

SOURCE Law Offices of Stuart D. Meissner LLC

South Hampton Community Hospital Extends Cardiac Services to Better Serve the Immediate Needs of the Community
September 22, 2010

South Hampton Community Hospital (SHCH) is pleased to announce its integration of a prominent Dallas Cardiovascular Medical Practice, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Interventional Group or CCVIG, notably Mark Jenkins, M.D., Tu Le M.D., and Carl Horton, M.D.. The addition of CCVIG means that South Hampton Community Hospital will be able to implement a full service cardiac and vascular program that will meet the demands and needs of the community.

SHCH is located near Hwy 67 and Hampton Rd. in Dallas, Texas, which is surrounded by a population experiencing the highest incidence of heart disease, diabetes, and kidney disease in Texas. This alarming rate of untreated disease emphasizes the immediate need for CCVIG and SHCH to develop first-rate cardiovascular services to the community. Edward Downs, CEO of South Hampton Community Hospital is providing the leadership for this association which gives the community a reason to keep their healthcare close to home.

"This is an opportunity for both entities to get together and become something that's bigger in this community to service the entire community. We will be a full-service hospital with nationally recognized physicians providing superior quality patient care. I can't imagine any other group coming to the table to work with us than these phenomenal cardiologists," stated Edward Downs.

"Often, life threatening diseases can be prevented through changes in our daily routines and by getting regular health care check-ups and screenings. I am pleased to see that South Hampton Community Hospital is expanding its services to help close the gap in health care disparities," stated State Representative Helen Giddings.

"This is our community. These are our neighbors. We have got to take care of them. I want my city strong, my community strong. The partnership between CCVIG and SHCH brings together a community hospital wanting to keep our city strong and a premiere cardiology group wanting to close the gap on healthcare disparity," stated Phil Romano acclaimed restaurateur, artist and member of the Dallas Business Hall of Fame.

As a member of the Steering Committee of the "Close the Gap" campaign, a national initiative of Boston Scientific Corporation aimed at decreasing healthcare disparities through education, awareness, and outreach programs, G. Mark Jenkins, M.D., Johns Hopkins trained and President of CCVIG, stated "CCVIG is excited about the association with SHCH. The mission of any cardiovascular program is to change lives and change communities. Through this association with SHCH, we are uniquely poised to address and eliminate the cardiovascular disparities in the South Dallas community."

"CCVIG has always strived to be leaders in cardiovascular care. With the changing environment in healthcare, new means of healthcare delivery are needed. This is a tremendous step in the direction of overcoming the practice of fragmented care," stated Dr. Le, UCLA trained and co-founder of CCVIG.

Carl Horton, M.D., member of CCVIG and University of Alabama – Birmingham trained Cardiologist added, "SHCH has shown a strong commitment to building a first rate cardiovascular program by purchasing state of the art equipment including cardiac catheterization and vascular laboratory suites, as well as modern cardiovascular imaging. They have also recruited experienced and highly qualified staff to ensure the best in patient care."

SHCH's mission is to provide quality, accessible healthcare within the community, as well as to provide a full range of needed services in a caring and courteous atmosphere, treating all patients with dignity and respect. The partnership of SHCH and CCVIG will prove to be the means by which the need for cardiovascular services within the community and the disparity of cardiovascular disease within this community is closed.

Arise Healthcare, based out of Austin, TX, provides management services to SHCH. "We are excited about the growth of South Hampton Community Hospital. Acute Care Hospital integration with physician medical practices is the way of the future. "South Hampton Community Hospital is demonstrating its desire to be a leader in the Dallas Cardiovascular market with the acquisition of CCVIG," stated Jared Leger, Managing Partner of Arise Healthcare.

Contact: Patty Martinez and Stephanie Chiquillo for interviews or additional information, (713)458.1690

SOURCE South Hampton Community Hospital

For The First-Time-Ever NBC And Sony Pictures Television Will Debut A COMMUNITY Twittersode Prior To The Season Two Premiere Episode Thursday, September 23
September 22, 2010

Leading into the season premiere of COMMUNITY, NBC and Sony Pictures Television will debut a COMMUNITY "Twittersode" Thursday, September 23 at 4:00p.m./PT (7:00p.m./ET). This event marks a first-of-its-kind digital marketing effort between NBC, Sony Pictures Television, and the characters of the comedy series COMMUNITY.

Just prior to the East Coast premiere of COMMUNITY, an exclusive "Twittersode," comprised of 80 tweets, will unfold between everyone's favorite COMMUNITY characters. The "Twittersode" will act as a prequel "scene" to the premiere episode and will focus on events leading up to the start of the characters second year at Greendale Community College including, making arrangements for their first meet up of the year as well as preparations for their first class, Anthropology 101.

The entire "Twittersode" event will be presented at www.NBC.COM/CommunityTwittersode

You can also watch the "Twittersode" unfold by following the character handles at:

http://twitter.com/annieedisonGCC

http://twitter.com/jeffwingeratlaw

http://twitter.com/abedstweets

http://twitter.com/troytbone09

http://twitter.com/brittafeed

http://twitter.com/shirley_GCC

http://twitter.com/hawthornewipes

http://twitter.com/alexosbourneGCC

http://twitter.com/greendaledean

http://twitter.com/senorchang_gcc

http://twitter.com/oldwhitemansays

http://twitter.com/anniesB00Bs

If you'd like to tweet about COMMUNITY and our "Twittersode" please use the hash tag #NBCCommunity.

From Dan Harmon ("The Sarah Silverman Program") and Emmy Award-winners Joe and Anthony Russo ("Arrested Development") comes "Community," a smart comedy series about a band of misfits who attend Greendale Community College. At the center of the group is Jeff Winger (Joel McHale, "The Soup"), a fast-talking lawyer whose degree has been revoked. With some help from his fellow classmates, Winger forms a study group who eventually learn more about themselves than their course work.

Also among the series stars who comprise the group are comedy legend Chevy Chase ("Chuck") as Pierce, a man whose life experience has brought him infinite wisdom; Gillian Jacobs ("The Book of Daniel") as Britta, the 28-year old drop out with something to prove; Yvette Nicole Brown ("Rules of Engagement") as Shirley, a sassy middle-aged divorcee; Danny Pudi ("Greek") as Abed, a pop culture junkie; Alison Brie ("Mad Men") as Annie, a high-strung perfectionist; Donald Glover ("30 Rock") as Troy, a former high school football star trying to find his way and Ken Jeong ("The Hangover") as Senor Chang.

Season two will kick off with a guest appearance by the legendary Betty White ("The Golden Girls"). The six-time Emmy-Award winner and cultural icon will play professor June Bauer, an esteemed, but slightly unhinged anthropology professor. This season will also feature guest appearances by Drew Carey, as Jeff Winger's former boss at the law firm, Rob Corddry, as Jeff's former colleague, and "The Daily Show's" John Oliver, reprising his role as Professor Duncan. This year we will learn more about the characters' lives – seeing them in their home environments from time to time, and in addition, the study group gains a new member as the former Spanish professor Senor Chang decides to enroll as a full time student so that he can join the group.

"Community" is a Krasnoff Foster Entertainment, Harmonious Claptrap, Russo Brothers production, Universal Media Studios production in association with Sony Pictures Television. Russ Krasnoff ("The Soloist"), Dan Harmon ("The Sarah Silverman Program"), Joe Russo ("Arrested Development"), Anthony Russo ("Arrested Development"), Garrett Donovan ("Scrubs"), Neil Goldman ("Scrubs") and Gary Foster ("The Soloist") serve as executive producers.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Melissa Armstrong, Sony Pictures Television
PH:310-244-3792
Melissa_Armstrong@spe.sony.com

Leslie Schwartz, NBC
PH: 818.777.3233
leslie.schwartz@nbcuni.com

SOURCE Sony Pictures Television

Quickship, Inc. Unveils New Online Retail Store, Quickship.com
September 21, 2010

In September of 2010, Quickship Inc. launched Quickship.com, their new Internet retail store, which will sell consumer and business electronics in a range of different categories, from manufacturers like Samsung, Brother, Canon, HP, and Nikon. Their initial roll-out of products includes printers, ink, toner, digital cameras and scanners. They intend to continue expanding their product offerings throughout the coming year. Continued additions to Quickship's site should solidify Quickship.com as a serious contender to capture a large market share in the massive e-commerce arena. In order to deliver their products to their customers as quickly as possible, they ship from warehouses across the United States, including Southern California, Portland, Chicago, Houston, Boston, and Atlanta.

Quickship, Inc. was founded by the owners of Quikship California, a company providing ink and toner through their website, http://www.quikshiptoner.com, since 2007.

TradeMark Disclosure: QuikShip Toner is a registered US Trademark. Samsung, Brother, Canon, HP, Nikon and other manufacturer brand names and logos are registered trademarks of their respective owners who have no association with or make any endorsement of the products or services provided by http://www.quickship.com.

This press release was issued through 24-7PressRelease.com. For further information, visit http://www.24-7pressrelease.com.

SOURCE Quickship.com, Inc.

Halloween Candy for All Kids, Even Ones with Allergies and Food Sensitivities
September 21, 2010

Indie Candy is currently releasing their line of all natural, allergen free Halloween candy now through October 31, 2010. All of Indie Candy's products are All Natural, Big 8 Allergen Free and Corn Syrup free. Indie Candy's Halloween line offers: gummi candy, hard candy lollipops, and chocolate lollipops. From Frankenstein to Jack O Lanterns, Indie Candy is offering delicious treats for every Halloween occasion.

In the past, retailers have found it hard to cater to families with food allergies and sensitivities around Halloween. Majority of candy producing facilities have problems with cross-contamination. All of Indie Candy's products are created in a facility free of: wheat/gluten, casein/dairy, tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish, fish, soy and eggs. Retailers now have the option of carrying candy suitable for all families regardless of their food allergies and sensitivities.

Children with food allergies and sensitivities have a hard time enjoying Halloween like other kids. Whether Trick-or-Treating or celebrating Halloween parties; Indie Candy provides a solution to parents with food sensitive children. Parents now have candy options for their children to enjoy Halloween in a safe, fun manner.

Gummi Candy

Jack O Lanterns (Key Lime, Orange and Mango)

Fall Leaves (Key Lime, Orange, and Mango)

Hard Candy Lollipops

Jack O Lantern (Orange)

Frankenstein (Key Lime)

Boo Ghost (Pineapple)

Dark Chocolate Lollipops

Jack O Lantern

Bats

Retailers, wholesalers and parents can go online and place orders through Indie Candy's website at www.indiecandy.com or phone in orders at 205.835.0094. Indie Candy's Halloween candy will be available until October 31, 2010.

Indie Candy produces seasonal, all natural and allergen free sweets in Birmingham, AL. With the rapid rate of allergies increasing, Indie Candy has found a way to cater to families across the US creating candies and sweets free of all the Big 8 Allergens. All of Indie Candy's products are GFCFSF and Feingold approved. For more information please contact Beth Norris at beth.indiecandy@gmail.com or by phone 334.221.1106. Images are available on the website at www.indiecandy.com.

SOURCE Indie Candy

Perfect World Announces the Introduction of New MMORPG 'Empire of the Immortals'
September 21, 2010

Perfect World Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: PWRD) ("Perfect World" or the "Company"), a leading online game developer and operator based in China, today announced that it plans to launch a brand new MMORPG "Empire of the Immortals" soon. The new game is part of the immortals-themed online game series, which began with the Company's first adventure MMORPG, "Battle of the Immortals."

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"Empire of the Immortals" features the international style of the "Immortals" series, and creatively incorporates ancient armory and weapons technologies into the online game. The game provides players eight unique classes to choose from, and offers gamers who love advanced game play a "Runes System" that allows for greatly personalized weapons and equipment, as well as a "Spirit System" that can add a vast spectrum of different attributes to gamers' characters. "Empire of the Immortals" will run on an upgraded "Cube" engine to render exciting visual effects, innovative game play and battle modes.

Mr. Michael Chi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Perfect World, commented, "As an internationalized online game, 'Empire of the Immortals' is an integral step in Perfect World's strategy to diversify its products. In the past few years, we have taken tremendous effort to provide various game products that cater to players' wide range of interests. We believe the 'Immortals' franchise will appeal to both Eastern and Western players, and the launch of 'Empire of the Immortals' is a key move in this endeavor."

About Perfect World Co., Ltd. (http://www.pwrd.com)

Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD) is a leading online game developer and operator based in China. Perfect World primarily develops online games based on proprietary game engines and game development platforms. The Company's strong technology and creative game design capabilities, combined with extensive knowledge and experiences in the online game market, enable it to frequently and promptly introduce popular games designed to cater changing customer preferences and market trends. The Company's current portfolio of self-developed online games includes massively multiplayer online role playing games ("MMORPGs"): "Perfect World," "Legend of Martial Arts," "Perfect World II," "Zhu Xian," "Chi Bi," "Pocketpet Journey West," "Battle of the Immortals" and "Fantasy Zhu Xian;" and an online casual game: "Hot Dance Party." While a substantial portion of the revenues are generated in China, the Company's games have been licensed to leading game operators in a number of countries and regions in Asia, Europe and South America. The Company also generates revenues from game operations in North America and Japan. The Company plans to continue to explore new and innovative business models and remains deeply committed to maximizing shareholder value over time.

Safe Harbor Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements constitute forward-looking statements under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements. Such statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, our limited operating history, our ability to develop and operate new games that are commercially successful, the growth of the online game market and the continuing market acceptance of our games and in-game items in China and elsewhere, our ability to protect our intellectual property rights, our ability to respond to competitive pressure, our ability to maintain an effective system of internal control over financial reporting, changes of the regulatory environment in China, and economic slowdown in China and/or elsewhere. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Perfect World's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F. Perfect World does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law.

    For further information, please contact

    Perfect World Co., Ltd.
     Vivien Wang
     Investor Relations Officer
     Tel:   +86-10-5885-1813
     Fax:   +86-10-5885-6899
     Email: ir@pwrd.com
     http://www.pwrd.com

    Christensen Investor Relations
     Kathy Li
     Tel:   +1-480-614-3036
     Fax:   +1-480-614-3033
     Email: kli@christensenir.com

     Teal Willingham
     Tel:   +86-10-5971-2001
     Fax:   +86-10-5971-2001
     Email: twillingham@christensenir.com

SOURCE Perfect World Co., Ltd.

PetroChem Wire Launches 'ReproRegrind Report' to Serve Growing Plastics Recycling Market
September 21, 2010

PetroChem Wire (PCW), a daily U.S. petrochemical industry newsletter, today announced the launch of "Repro/Regrind Report," a monthly market price publication that provides a snapshot of pricing trends for reprocessed and recycled plastic resins.

According to numerous reports, during recent years the plastics recycling business has more than tripled. Consumer awareness and consumer recycling efforts have seen progressive growth as well, which means more materials are becoming available to recycle and put back into the market.

Shortly after PCW started daily olefins and polyolefins reporting three years ago, the company began to receive requests from plastics recyclers to develop a report for their market segment.

"It became increasingly clear that the plastics recycling market was ready for a go-to market price report that provides a general price reference from which insight can be gained with regard to price happenings within the world of repro and regrind materials," said Kathy Hall, executive editor of PCW. "We've been working with the industry and receiving guidance and input from recycling-related business owners of all sizes, to provide a basis from which these same businesses can find the type of price information they've been looking for to strengthen the market moving forward. 'Repro/Regrind Report' is the result of those efforts and we're excited to offer it."

Each issue of Repro/Regrind Report includes:

PRICE TABLE: Confirmed, transactional pricing for high-density polyethylene, low-density polyethylene, polypropylene and polystyrene, categorized by major commodity grades such as fractional melt, injection, pail or crate grade and resin color, such as natural, mixed color, black or white. It will include price differentials from the previous month.

COMMENTARY: Summary of trends for recycled resins, the overall U.S. commodity prime-grade plastic markets and market movements upstream in the supply chain, including ethylene, propylene and benzene.

PRICE CHART: Summary of generic prime grade resin trends over the past year.

To learn more or to receive a sample copy of the "Repro/Regrind Report" please contact Kathy Hall at Kathy@petrochemwire.com.

The PetroChem Wire is a daily newsletter serving the petrochemical industry. It counts every major petrochemical and refining company among its readers, as well as many major manufacturing concerns, global conglomerates, industry consultants, equity analysts and government agencies. www.petrochemwire.com.

SOURCE PetroChem Wire

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AQT90 FLEX Opens Up for a New and Better Way of Measuring Troponin T at the Point of Care
September 21, 2010

Radiometer has added the cardiac marker Troponin T* (TnT) to its AQT90 FLEX immunoassay analyzer for the use at the point of care. According to Radiometer President Peter Kurstein, the new marker enables healthcare professionals to improve processes in emergency rooms and labs, ultimately helping hospitals improve patient care and reduce costs.

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Faster diagnosis and treatment

European Society of Cardiology and American College of Cardiology guidelines point to troponin as the most definitive method of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) detection. A turnaround time of less than 60 minutes is recommended for diagnosing AMI, which is often not matched by the central lab.

On the AQT90 FLEX, TnT results are available at the point of care in just 12 minutes enabling caregivers to meet recommended guidelines. Because testing is done directly on whole blood and is mostly automated, there is no need for cartridge and sample preparation. "It's the best of both worlds," Kurstein explains. "Clinicians have the results when and where they need them, without having to wait for the lab or deal with the hassles of manual testing."

Compliance and lab control of point-of-care measurements

Compliance is key when providing test results at the point of care. With a correlation of 0.999 to the Roche Elecsys 2010 troponin T 4th generation assay and a correlation of 0.993 to the Roche Elecsys 2010 troponin T 5th generation assay**, TnT measured on the AQT90 FLEX shows a performance comparable to lab assays at the point of care. Automated QC system, user lockout, and full integration to laboratory information systems keep the process compliant and the lab in full control of point-of-care measurements.

Better care and reduced costs

By using the AQT90 FLEX, emergency departments can ensure a fast and accurate process for ruling in/out AMI patients avoiding some of the previously time consuming procedures. "This not only has the potential to reduce overall costs, but also enables hospitals as a whole to better focus their resources on the critically ill and on improving patient care," Kurstein concludes.

About the AQT90 FLEX

The AQT90 FLEX is currently the only platform available today to offer both Troponin I and Troponin T at the point of care. In addition, the AQT90 FLEX also measures CKMB, Myoglobin, NT-proBNP, CRP, D-dimer and sshCG.

Go to http://www.aqt90flex.com

The AQT90 FLEX is not available for sale in the US.

About Radiometer

Radiometer is a world leader in the development, manufacturing and distribution of technologically advanced acute care testing solutions. Radiometer's products and services simplify and automate all phases of acute care testing, so hospitals can get fast results, reduce their workload and the risk of errors, and improve cost effectiveness.

* Nonexclusive license granted under patent rights of Roche Diagnostics

** Ref: Viborg Hospital Correlation Study 2010

SOURCE Radiometer

First American Title Insurance Company Announces the Formalization of a Unique National REO Title and Settlement Services Network
September 21, 2010

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First American Title Insurance Company Announces the Formalization of a Unique National REO Title and Settlement Services Network

—National Services Group Provides Single Point of Contact and Local Closings for Purchasers of Multiple-property Portfolios—

DALLAS, Sept. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- First American Title Insurance Company announced today, at The Five Star Default Servicing Conference and Exposition in Dallas, the formalization of First American's National Title Insurance and Settlement Solution (FANTISS) network.

The FANTISS network provides a central point of contact to assist lenders in closing large volumes of real estate owned (REO) transactions through First American Title Insurance Company's network of local offices nationwide. FANTISS team members provide lenders with a single point of contact throughout the settlement process, allowing for a greater level of simplicity and efficiency when closing multiple-property portfolios.

Through the FANTISS network, lenders closing multi-property REO portfolios will experience standardized and consistent processes, communication, technology, underwriting and pricing. Further, First American Title Insurance Company has a national underwriting staff dedicated to working directly with the FANTISS network, which allows lenders to efficiently resolve any title-related issues that may arise during the REO sales process.

"We are offering a unique and branded solution that benefits both lenders and their home-buying customers," said Mike Conway, eastern division president for First American Title Insurance Company. "With today's high volume of REO sales transactions, traditional regional providers offer little standardization and can simply be overwhelmed. By utilizing the FANTISS network, national lenders will experience the convenience of working with a single point of contact while buyers will receive the same quality and personalized service that they have come to expect when working with First American Title Insurance specialists at the community level."

About First American Title Insurance Company

First American Title Insurance Company, the largest subsidiary of First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF), traces its history to 1889. One of the largest title insurers in the nation, the company offers title services through its direct operations and an extensive network of agents throughout the United States and abroad. The company has its headquarters in Santa Ana, Calif. Information about First American Financial Corporation's subsidiaries and an archive of its press releases can be found on the Internet at www.firstam.com.

Media Contact:
Carrie Gaska
Media Relations Manager
First American Financial Corporation
(714) 250-3298

Investor Contact:
Craig Barberio
Director of Investor Relations
First American Financial Corporation
(714) 250-5214

SOURCE The First American Financial Corporation

AT_T U-verse Arrives in Charleston
September 20, 2010

Charleston residents now have a new choice for their television and communications services powered by the most advanced technology. AT&T* today announced the launch of AT&T U-verse® TV, AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet and AT&T U-verse Voice services in parts of Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties; including the cities of Charleston, North Charleston, Summerville, Mount Pleasant, Goose Creek, Kiawah and Hanahan.

"Competition on the field, in politics, and in business is healthy. And competition in business is good for consumers," said Rep. Bobby Harrell, Speaker of the S.C. House of Representatives. "When we as lawmakers establish public policies that promote free market competition, jobs and business investment, everyone wins. Today's announcement is an example of those ideals in action."

AT&T U-verse services, which are all delivered over AT&T's advanced Internet Protocol (IP) network, offer a new alternative to cable and an unmatched experience for customers. AT&T U-verse brings together your TV, broadband, home phone and AT&T wireless services – all on one bill – with unique features that provide a new level of integration, convenience and control.

"My goal is to help increase investment in South Carolina and grow jobs here. One way we do that is by promoting private sector investment in new technologies," said Sen. Glenn McConnell, President Pro Tempore of the S.C. Senate. "The deployment of this video technology here is resulting in more competition in the marketplace and more choices for consumers in the Lowcountry."

In 2006, the General Assembly passed video franchising legislation enabling local governments to consent to AT&T's bringing this exciting U-verse service to their citizens. As a result, AT&T has made significant investments in South Carolina in order to provide a competitive alternative to incumbent cable providers.

"Cable has been the only game in town for too long, and we're excited to change that today in Charleston," said Alison Hall, vice president and general manager, AT&T North and South Carolina. "We know Charleston customers want a better choice to break free from cable, and AT&T U-verse is the answer. And we'll continue to make U-verse TV even better for customers with regular upgrades and new cool applications that enhance your TV experience."

"Today's expansion of AT&T U-verse reflects our commitment to make the investments necessary to bring consumers across Charleston a new era of true video competition," said Pamela Lackey, AT&T South Carolina president. "We are thrilled to offer this innovative video choice to Charleston customers. Local residents have asked for more choices in television service and today we're delivering."

More Choice, Advanced Features

AT&T U-verse TV is the only 100 percent Internet Protocol-based television (IPTV) service offered by a national service provider, making AT&T U-verse one of the most dynamic and application-rich services available today, with advanced capabilities that customers don't get from other providers.

Where AT&T U-verse services are available, local U-verse TV customers can enjoy numerous features and applications, including the ability to manage your recordings, and download and watch hit TV shows from your qualifying smartphone with U-verse Mobile; the freedom to manage and playback your recorded programs from a single DVR on any U-verse connected TV in the house with Total Home DVR; the ability to choose and watch up to four of your favorite channels at one time with the exclusive My Multiview app; an extensive High Definition (HD) channel lineup with access to more than 130 HD channels; the ability to program DVR recordings from your Web-connected mobile phone or PC; personalized, on-screen weather, sports, traffic and stock information via AT&T U-bar; the ability to check the current weather conditions and forecasts in any U.S. city with Weather On Demand; and more.

With AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet services, every AT&T U-verse customer or small business broadband user can enjoy faster available speeds. Packages include a range of speeds, with the fastest downstream speeds up to 24 Mbps. All AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet packages include wireless home or office networking at no extra cost, and access to the entire national AT&T Wi-Fi network included in their plan at no extra charge.

AT&T U-verse Voice is a managed IP-based service that is delivered over the AT&T's fiber-rich network. This allows U-verse Voice customers to enjoy great sound quality and reliability, as well as unmatched calling features that combine with your AT&T U-verse TV, broadband and wireless services. Customers benefit from a single, combined voice mailbox for AT&T U-verse Voice and AT&T wireless messages; U-verse Central, an online portal to manage your call preferences and settings from any PC; an online voice mailbox; the ability to view your call logs from your PC or your recent incoming calls on your TV screen; the ability to initiate a call from your PC or TV using Click to Call; and more. All U-verse Voice customers have 911 service.

AT&T U-verse offers multiple combinations of TV, Internet and Voice packages to customize your experience. Standard professional installation is included, and you also get a 30-day money-back guarantee. Additional promotional offers are available to qualifying customers who bundle U-verse Internet or U-verse Voice service.

For additional information on AT&T U-verse – or to find out if it's available in your area – visit www.att.com/u-verse, call 800-ATT-2020 or visit the following AT&T South Carolina retail locations:

AT&T
975 Savannah Highway
Charleston, SC 29407

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates – AT&T operating companies – are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE® magazine.

Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATTNews. Find us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ATT to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at www.Facebook.com/ATTSmallBiz to discover more about our small business services.

© 2010 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.

Geographic and service restrictions apply to AT&T U-verse. Call or go to www.att.com/uverse to see if you qualify.

AT&T U-verse TV: Residential customers only. Prices, programming and offers subject to change without notice. A one-time TV service activation fee of $29 applies. THDVR: Total Home DVR functionality is available on up to 8 TVs, and requires a receiver for each additional TV at $7/mo. HD: Access to HD service requires $10/mo and HD Premium Tier available for an additional $5/mo. U-bar: Access to HD service requires $10/mo and HD Premium Tier available for an additional $5/mo. My Multiview: Channels/content available for viewing in Multiview are based on TV package and additional programming purchased. A limited number of HD channels is not supported for display within My Multiview. U-verse Mobile: Download and watch capability available for select shows and requires qualifying smartphone, U300 or higher TV plan, and Wi-Fi connection. U-bar: AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet Account required. Standard Installation Included with Most Packages: Offer ends 11/6/10. Credit qualified customers only. Installation not included with U-basic package. 30 Day Money Back Guarantee: Offer ends 11/6/10. Must cancel all AT&T U-verse services within 30 days from service activation. Adjustment provided for initial installation charges and one month service charges, if paid. Customer is responsible for all additional charges including but not limited to On Demand, Pay Per View, international calls, other pay-per-use features and non-returned equipment charges. Other conditions and restrictions may apply to all offers. Offers may be modified or discontinued at anytime without notice. AT&T employees or retirees not eligible for promotional offers.

AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet: Internet speed claim(s) represent maximum downstream and/or upstream speed capabilities. Speeds may vary and are not guaranteed. Many factors can affect actual speeds including the use of other U-verse services. Credit and other restrictions apply. Purchase of U-verse TV required to order AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet. A $3 monthly High Speed Internet equipment fee will apply. Channel counts include optional channels available in plan; Wireless networking may require adapter purchased separately; Fiber-optics apply to part or all of the network depending on your location. Other Charges: Taxes, city video cost recovery fees, and other fees extra. No charge for standard professional installation for new AT&T U-verse customers ordering qualifying U-verse TV packages.

AT&T U-verse Voice: Prices subject to change. Residential customers only. Installation, taxes, fees, and other charges may apply. International calls billed at additional per-minute rates; higher rates may apply for calls terminating on mobile phones or other wireless devices. U-verse Voice, including 911 dialing, will not function during a power outage without battery backup power. Non-returned equipment charges will apply if equipment is not returned within required timeframe upon disconnect of services. Service is not portable; will function only in your home. May be incompatible with monitored home alarms and medical monitoring systems. Refer to Learn More pages for U-verse Voice at http://www.uverse.att.com for more information on 911, battery backup, and home alarms. Acceptance of Terms of Service and 911 Acknowledgement required. Credit and other restrictions apply. AT&T U-verse Messaging may not be fully compatible with all AT&T wireless voice mail systems. Caller ID and Call Waiting might not work simultaneously with AT&T U-verse Voice.

AT&T U-verse services are provided by AT&T local telephone companies. Wireless phone with Internet access required and standard data charges may apply.

Wi-Fi: Largest claim based on company-branded and -operated hotspots. Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See www.attwifi.com for additional services, details and locations.

SOURCE AT&T Inc.

Ben DuBose Now Licensed in Oklahoma
September 20, 2010

Ben DuBose, of DuBose Law Firm, PLLC, has fought for asbestos victims for over a decade. During that time, Ben has represented numerous Oklahoma mesothelioma victims on a pro hac vice basis. In order to serve Oklahoma clients better, Ben DuBose is now admitted to practice in the state of Oklahoma.

"Oklahomans were exposed to asbestos across a wide variety of industries from refinery and power house workers to residential and commercial construction," says DuBose. "Oklahoma is, of course, a major oil producing state and I've represented many Oklahoma oilfield workers that were exposed to asbestos as well."

During his legal career, Mr. DuBose has practiced law with some of the nation's most prominent law firms representing personal injury victims and consumers. He has represented mesothelioma victims across the United States.

Ben DuBose received his J.D., cum laude, from Texas Tech University School of Law. He is admitted to the bar and courts of Texas, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Texas and the United States Supreme Court.

About DuBose Law Firm

The DuBose Law Firm, PLLC was formed to provide personalized legal services to mesothelioma and serious personal injury victims. Cases are carefully selected to ensure that each case receives the exacting attention and care that these serious cases require. For more information about the DuBose Law Firm, visit www.DuBoseLawFirm.com.

Firm address:
DuBose Law Firm, PLLC, 5646 Milton Street, Suite 321, Dallas, Texas 75206
Toll Free: 877.857.2914

SOURCE DuBose Law Firm, PLLC

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Wider Engine Choice for Saab's All-new Flagship
September 20, 2010

Three engines added to powertain line-up
Sporty, 190 hp 2.0 TTiD – first Saab diesel to offer XWD
Efficient, 180 hp 1.6T develops class-leading 112 hp per liter
Saab BioPower flex-fuel option

Just three months after its launch, the appeal of the new Saab 9-5 sedan is significantly broadened by the introduction of three new engines, doubling the size of the powertrain menu.

For Model Year 2011, a 190 hp/140 kW, 2.0-liter turbo diesel makes Saab XWD, the widely-acclaimed all-wheel-drive system, available for the first time with compression ignition. Using two-stage turbocharging, this new engine combines strong performance with impressive frugality and joins the current 160 hp/118 kW, single turbo version.

The gasoline line-up is extended by the addition of a highly efficient, 180 hp/132 kW, 1.6-liter turbo, reinforcing Saab's engine rightsizing strategy and establishing a lower price entry point for the range. A 220 hp/162 kW, 2.0-liter BioPower engine - able to run on gasoline and/or E85 fuel (85% bioethanol, 15% gasoline) in any blends - is also introduced.

The Saab 9-5's high-tech options list is expanded by the addition of Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and, for the US market, the inclusion of a blind-spot indicator function and remote engine starting. The exterior color palette is also increased from seven to 11 colors.

Greater pulling power with 2.0 TTiD

This more powerful, two-stage turbo diesel engine generates substantial torque of 400 Nm from just 1,750 rpm, in addition to maximum power of 190 hp/140 kW. The result is 80 -120 km/h fifth gear acceleration in just 8.4 seconds and zero to 100 km/h in under nine seconds. Combined cycle fuel consumption of 6.1 l/100 km and CO2 emissions of 161 g/km are equally impressive.

The sequential, two-stage charging system uses two turbochargers of different sizes with by-pass valves that direct the exhaust gas stream between the two turbines. At low engine speeds, the small turbocharger supplies boost pressure independent of engine load. At intermediate engine speeds under higher loads, both the small and large turbochargers provide boost pressure; while at high engine speeds and load, only the large turbocharger is engaged.

This arrangement provides the driver with the 'best of both worlds': good, instant torque at low engine speeds - via the low-inertia small turbo - and strong, top-end power at higher engine speeds when the large turbo is engaged.

The 2.0 TTiD engine is available in Linear, Vector and Aero specification and can be specified with Saab XWD, combining diesel power for the first time with this advanced all-wheel-drive system. All variants are equipped as standard with Saab's sophisticated H-arm rear suspension. It uses double isolated sub-frame mountings for greater ride comfort, and also reduces vibration entering the cabin and improves roadholding.

Rightsizing with 1.6 turbo power

This small, highly efficient, 180 hp/132 kW engine epitomizes Saab's rightsizing engine strategy. Developing more than 112 hp per liter, it is among the most powerful series production engines in its displacement class.

Such strong power, backed by plentiful torque of 230 Nm all the way from 2,200 rpm to 5,500 rpm (including an 'overboost' function), enables zero to 100 km/h acceleration in 9.5 seconds. Combined cycle fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are 7.8 l/100 km and 179 g/km respectively.

Available in Linear and Vector specification, with two-wheel drive only, this engine will establish a lower price entry point for the new Saab 9-5 range.

BioPower choice

The 9-5 sedan now also features Saab's most sophisticated expression of its BioPower flex-fuel engine technology. The new 2.0-liter turbo BioPower engine, like its gasoline-only stablemate, utilizes direct injection and variable valve timing, on both inlet and exhaust sides, to further improve fuel consumption, emissions and performance.

This engine offers the environmental benefits of being able to run on E85 fuel (85% bioethanol, 15% gasoline) and/or gasoline in any blends. In both configurations, it delivers peak power of 220 hp/162 kW and torque of 350 Nm from just 2,500 rpm.

It is available with two-wheel drive and Saab XWD in all model specifications

Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go for greater driving comfort

This optional feature for models with automatic transmission enables the driver to select a constant cruising speed and automatically alters the chosen speed to maintain a safe gap to the vehicle on the road ahead. Full distance control is provided from 180 km/h down to a standstill. ACC offers more relaxing and less stressful driving, particularly in slow-moving, congested traffic conditions. The driver can select one of three distance options.

A radar sensor in the grille emits a beam to measure the distance to the vehicle in front. If this gap reduces below the required setting, the throttle opening is adjusted or engine braking is applied. Once the appropriate distance is restored, the car will accelerate back up to the pre-set speed. Should heavy braking be required, a visual warning is flashed and a gong sounds to alert the driver to take action.

ACC, available later in the model year, requires the fitment of Saab's Pilot HUD head-up display.

For the US market, two additional options are offered: a blind-spot indicator, which flashes a driving warning in the door mirrors, and remote engine starting via the key fob, a useful aid to pre-heat or pre-cool the car's cabin.

http://media.saab.com/

SOURCE Saab Cars North America

FIT3 - the first fitness, wellness and health superstore comes to the US
September 20, 2010

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FIT3 - the first fitness, wellness and health superstore comes to the US

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 /PRNewswire/ - FIT3 is a new retail concept in fitness, health and wellness launching its first store in Tyson's Corner, Washington, DC.

FIT3 is the brainchild of veteran retail guru Jack Steckel, partner in the investment banking firm, Capital Canada Limited and founder of Golf Town and Hockey Life in Canada, as well as, CEO partner and business maverick Hal Smith. The impetus for FIT3 culminates in decades of strategic prowess and a proven track record for "Big Box" specialty retail concepts.

Adds Steckel, "At over 20,000 sq. ft. this will be the single largest fitness and wellness lifestyle store in North America, in fact the world - with plans to open in all of the major markets across the US over the next 5 yrs."

FIT3's unique value proposition offers the largest selection of healthy, lifestyle products and integrated categories all under one roof. The total fitness lifestyle store will carry top name brand fitness equipment and accessories, including elliptical, treadmills, vibration equipment, stationary bikes and weights. It will also carry specialty products, clothing and footwear for yoga, boxing, MMA and running. FIT3 will feature an in-store yoga studio with free daily classes and martial arts/boxing ring. To ensure the best possible fit in exercise and running footwear FIT3 offers an exclusive 3D Gait Program that provides computerized analysis for the perfect footwear fit, as well as a simulated running track. To complete the circle of wellness, FIT3 will also provide a complete line of vitamin and nutrition supplements.

Adds Smith, "As former president of BASS Pro Shops and a senior executive with Home Depot and Pep Boys, I am even more excited about the potential for this venture to take off across the country. We have aligned ourselves with an established fitness equipment retailer, as well as formed a strategic partnership with Try Sports, the fastest growing aerobic sports company in the country - specializing in running, biking and walking. With the growing trends on whole health and everyone's keen interest in fitness, there is no better time for this total fitness lifestyle concept to embrace North America.

For more information on FIT3 visit www.myfit3.com

SOURCE FIT3

Softex Announces SecureDrive - A Comprehensive Data Protection Solution for Self-Encrypting Drives
September 20, 2010

Softex Inc, the established market leader in Enterprise Single Sign On (ESSO) and Identity and Access Management (IAM) Solutions, announces SecureDrive, an addition to its security suite of products to take advantage of the full disk encryption security features of self-encrypting drives (SEDs).

Hard-drive vendors are now building self-encrypted drives (SEDs) to adhere to the OPAL standard defined by the Trusted Computing Group. OPAL hard drives eliminate data breaches as a result of stolen or lost PCs, by ensuring that every byte of data on the hard drive is encrypted using the hard drive's internal electronics.

Softex's SecureDrive product allows for easy set up and configuration of the encryption and access rights and allows for multiple authentications mechanisms such as windows password, fingerprint, etc. SecureDrive also allows administrators to remotely perform a secure erase of the data from the drive to simplify PC end of life processing. Seamless integration with the new Intel vPro Technology Remote Encryption SDK allows for PCs (powered on or off) to be remotely unlocked by the I/T administrator to perform management tasks such as software installation and patch management.

SecureDrive Client Edition manages encryption for standalone PCs, and SecureDrive Enterprise Edition allows centralized manageability including integration with the current OmniPass Management Console and third-party management consoles supporting Intel vPro Technology.

"Softex is excited to add SecureDrive to its existing security suite of products that takes full advantage of the encryption features of self-encrypted OPAL drives," said Vishal Jhaveri, Vice President, Marketing, Softex Incorporated.

For more information on the Softex SecureDrive solution, please visit www.softexinc.com/product/securedrive . For sales enquiries, please email sales@softexinc.com or call (512)452-8836 to speak to one of our sales representatives.

About Softex

Austin, TX-based Softex Inc was founded in 1992. The company is a leading provider of computer security products and services. Softex serves many of the top tier OEM companies, such as Fujitsu, Lenovo, Hewlett-Packard, Motion Computing, IBM, and Samsung as well as hardware vendors such as APC, Synaptics, Ratoc and more. Softex has expanded its international position with the 2006 opening of its Mumbai, India facility. For more information about Softex, visit www.softexinc.com.

SOURCE Softex Inc

Several Country Music Artists Have Provided Support to the Non-Profit Organization_ Hear The Music Live
September 20, 2010

Hear The Music Live recently had a Gibson Guitar painted by a famous Nashville artist, Mandy Lawson. Mandy has painted guitars for many of the top country music artists (e.g. Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, George Strait, and others). Several country artists have signed the Hear The Music Live guitar including: Tim McGraw, The Judds, Lady Antebellum, Jake Owen, Rodney Atkins, Gloriana, Miley Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus, Faith Hill, Keith Urban, Katie Armiger, Kellie Pickler, Cowboy Troy, Mark Wills, John Rich, Pam Tillis, Chris Young, Toby Keith, Brad Paisley, Jimmy Wayne and many more. Please view the Guitar Auction Video for more details.

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The Hear The Music Live guitar will be auctioned on eBay.com during November 9th-19th, 2010. The proceeds will be used to send pre-teens and teens that are currently in residential treatment foster care group homes to see live concert performances throughout the U.S.

Hear The Music Live's primary focus is to reach out to pre-teens and teens in residential treatment foster care group homes to give them the opportunity to attend a concert in their local area (e.g. 90% of the children that Hear The Music Live sends to concerts have never been to a live concert). These children homes provide quality residential treatment programs for abused and neglected children and adolescents.

Hear The Music Live was founded by Steven Nornhold in the summer of 2009. To date, Hear The Music Live has sent over 2000 pre-teens and teens from residential foster care group homes to see live concerts and meet music performers throughout the U.S. During 2009 and 2010, Hear The Music Live obtained substantial support from country music artists. This support includes:

Providing Meet and Greet opportunities for the foster care pre-teens/teens at their concert events
Enabling VIP ticket buy opportunities so that Hear The Music Live may arrange chaperone and pre-teens/teens group seating arrangements at the concert events
Donation of VIP tickets
Recording of Hear The Music Live's Theme song (e.g. by Katie Armiger)
Country Radio Public Service Announcement (PSA) have been recorded by Katie Armiger, Jimmy Wayne and Rodney Atkins. You can listen and download the PSAs from Hear The Music Live's website:
- http://hearthemusiclive.org/Audio_PSA_Downloads.htm

Please contact Steven Nornhold @ steven_nornhold@hearthemusiclive.org for information regarding Hear The Music Live.

SOURCE Hear The Music Live

FXCM MENA - 1 Year Later
September 19, 2010

One year ago, FXCM products became available in the Middle East and North Africa, exclusively through Master Capital Group S.A.L. ("FXCM MENA").

Since opening its office in Beirut's Central District in September 2009, FXCM MENA has been proudly catering to currency and commodity traders in the region and offering them FXCM's industry experience, financial strength and award winning platforms*.

    Since its launch, FXCM MENA has successfully enhanced its product and
service offering to continue meeting traders' needs. FXCM MENA has launched a
24-hour customer support service (from Monday to Friday), actively engaged in
online social media via its Brand Ambassador (on Facebook (
http://www.facebook.com/FXCMMENA), Twitter (
http://www.twitter.com/NooraForex), LinkedIn (
http://lb.linkedin.com/in/nooraforex) and regional forums), launched a new
website in Arabic and English and sponsored major Forex events in the region.

Moreover, in August 2010, FXCM MENA launched its Trading over the Phone (http://tinyurl.com/29asdhv)service. Trading over the Phone is available to currency and commodity traders in the region who seek instant and professional trading execution to be performed for them, anytime and from anywhere.

Finally, for traders on the go who want to execute their own trades, the mobile trading (http://www.fxcmmena.com/en/trading-platforms/mobile-platform) service is now available in the region. Traders simply need to download FXCM's platform on their mobile device in order to access streaming charts, monitor prices and check on and modify positions on the go.

* FXCM's Trading Station II platform was awarded Best Retail Platform by FX Week in 2009 & 2010.

About FXCM Holdings LLC

FXCM is one of the world's largest Forex and CFD brokers and is proud to have over 165,000 live accounts in over 150 countries, over $365 billion in notional volume traded each month on its trading platforms and over $600 million in customer funds. Furthermore, FXCM has successfully implemented the No Dealing Desk model on forex execution, which enables clients to have market access to some of the world's largest liquidity providers and offers them fair and transparent trading execution.

FXCM products are exclusively available in the Middle East and North Africa through Master Capital Group SAL, a financial entity authorized and regulated by the Central Bank of Lebanon ( http://www.bdl.gov.lb/bfs/BF/Brokerage_Firms.pdf) .

Trading foreign exchange and CFDs on margin carries a high level of risk, and may not be suitable for all. Read full disclaimer ( http://www.fxcmmena.com/en/risk-warning).

To learn more about FXCM MENA, its products and services, visit our website at http://www.fxcmmena.com or contact us at +961-1-986-686. Ms. Katia Abou-Rizk / Marketing Manager / katia.abourizk@fxcmmena.com / +961-198-6686

SOURCE FXCM MENA

Moms Prefer Natural, Safe Cough Syrup Choice
September 19, 2010

Launching now in national pharmacy chains is Chestal®, a natural cough syrup free of dextromethorphan from Boiron, the world leader in homeopathic medicines. This introduction comes on the heels of the success of Chestal's counterpart, Children's Chestal®, which was launched two years ago amid concerns over the safety of other active cough syrup ingredients for small children. Boiron, with a 78-year history of reliability, reports sales of Children's Chestal increased by 304 percent(1) during the peak of last winter's cough season.

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"Parents need to know they have other choices available to them on store shelves that don't involve weighing the product's benefits against its risks," says Woodson Merrell, MD, chairman of the Department of Integrative Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center, Manhattan. His statement refers to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's estimation that 125 cough and cold products use dextromethorphan, an antitussive (cough suppressant drug) debated for its abuse by teens.

Named by New York magazine as a "Leader for the New Millennium," Dr. Merrell explains, "A homeopathic cough syrup like Children's Chestal works differently. Instead of working against the body as a suppressant, it works naturally with the body as an expectorant; therefore it is able to improve the productivity of a multitude of coughs."

First, the natural goodness of honey in Chestal coats and soothes the throat. The blend of safe homeopathic medicines then set to work loosening chest congestion to improve both dry and productive coughs for a speedier recovery. This combination provides non-drowsy relief that's important for busy folks throughout the day and a soothing effect that is appreciated at bedtime. Neither Chestal nor Children's Chestal carry a risk of abuse, drug interaction or overdose, and both are safe for everyone in the household ages 2 to 102.

Available either in the adult cough and cold section as Chestal or in the children's aisle as Children's Chestal, average retail price for the 8.45 fl. oz. family-size bottle is $10.99 and $6.80 for the smaller 4.2 fl. oz. bottle.

Chestal has been on the U.S. market in natural product stores since 1991 and longer in France, home of its manufacturer. Now parents can easily pick up Chestal for themselves or Children's Chestal on shelves nationwide at CVS, Rite Aid, Vitamin Shoppe, Walgreens and Whole Foods Markets, or at their local natural product store and independent pharmacy.

For more information on Children's Chestal, visit www.childrenschestal.com, call the Boiron Information Center at 1-800-BOIRON-1 (1-800-264-7661) or e-mail info@boironusa.com.

About Boiron: Boiron, world leader in homeopathy, is a $730 million public company with 4,000 employees and distribution in more than 80 countries. It is best known for its top-selling flu medicine, Oscillococcinum®, and its Arnicare® line of pain relievers. For nearly 80 years, Boiron has been committed to funding scientific research and educating the public and healthcare professionals on homeopathic medicines. As a pharmaceutical company, Boiron maintains the highest standards in manufacturing, complying with U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations, the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States and drug Good Manufacturing Practices.

References

(1) IRI, for the total U.S. Drug, Children's Cough Syrup category for the 24-week period ending Feb. 21, 2010. (During the same time period, Children's Chestal was ranked the bestselling children's natural cough syrup and eighth among all children's cough syrup.)

SOURCE Boiron USA

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Old Harbor Bank is Now Offering Free Coin Counting and Extended Hours
September 19, 2010

Old Harbor Bank is pleased to announce to better serve their customers and the community, they have added FREE Coin Counting and EXTENDED hours to their long list of convenient services.

FREE Coin Counting services are being offered to bank customer and non-customers at all seven convenient branch locations throughout Pinellas and Pasco County. By offering FREE coin counting Old Harbor Bank makes it easy for customers to turn their coins into cash.

Continuing to focus on the needs of the community, starting October 1, 2010 Old Harbor Bank will also be EXTENDING their lobby hours. All seven branch lobbies will now be open until 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday and open SATURDAYS from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at their Clearwater, Dunedin and New Port Richey locations.

Ms. Patricia Sieg, Executive Vice President/Retail Group Manager states, "Old Harbor Bank takes an active role in the communities it serves. We are excited to be able to offer these services, together with extended hours to better serve our local residents. In addition to our extended hours through the week, our Saturday hours, at selected locations, will provide our clients the opportunity to handle their banking needs at a time that fits their schedule."

Old Harbor Bank is a locally owned and operated community bank with offices in Belleair, Dunedin, New Port Richey, Palm Harbor, Trinity and Clearwater. The bank provides commercial and retail banking services to Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough Counties.

SOURCE Old Harbor Bank

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Cordless Reciprocating Saw From Metabo Features Toolless Blade Change System
September 19, 2010

Metabo Corporation, a leading international manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives for industrial, construction and welding applications, now offers the ASE18 LTX 18V cordless reciprocating saw with the "Quick" toolless blade change system for safe and easy tool-free blade changes. The new saw is ideal for a variety of carpentry, roofing, heating and air-conditioning applications.

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The ASE18 LTX, part of Metabo's 18 V PowerMasterSeries cordless tool line, has an ergonomically designed handle with rubber coating that reduces operator fatigue as well as a two-finger power switch that increases user comfort for longer operation.

The new reciprocating saw features a toolless adjustable shoe that allows the operator to use the entire length of the blade evenly, extending blade life.

The ASE18 LTX comes equipped with two 18V Li-Ion extreme batteries that increase service life of the tool up 1,500 charges when compared to traditional NiCd or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. The new reciprocating saw also runs longer because the lithium-ion batteries have 40 percent higher performance than traditional chargeable batteries.

The ASE18 LTX utilizes Metabo's patented air-cooled 30 minute charging system to increase performance and keep the tool working longer between battery charges. The system cools both the battery and charger, keeping the battery at the optimum charging temperature.

Metabo's innovative Electronic Single Cell Protection (ESCP) also increases the service life of the battery by monitoring the individual battery cells during both the charging and discharging process. Cells are prevented from deep discharge while working and from overcharging while charging. In addition, the battery packs are protected by Metabo's industry-leading XXL three-year warranty that covers tools and chargers as well.

The new saw delivers 0-2,700 strokes per minute, with a stroke length of 1 1/16". The tool weighs just 7.9 lbs and is 18" long. In addition to the two 18 V Li-Ion extreme batteries, a three Bi-metal saw blade assortment, battery charger and carrying case come standard with the tool.

Video footage of the new PowerMasterSeries is available at http://www.cordless-tools.com/playVideoFlash.html

For more information, please visit http://www.cordless-tools.com/recipSaws.html or contact Terry Tuerk, Metabo Corporation, 1231 Wilson Drive, West Chester, Pa. 19380. Tel: 800/ 638-2264; Fax: 800/ 638-2261; Email: ttuerk@metabousa.com; Web: http://www.metabousa.com

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ABOUT METABO: Metabo, a leading international manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives for industrial, construction and welding applications, has international headquarters in Nurtingen, Germany and U.S. headquarters in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The company has focused its product development on technological advancements in electronic circuitry and mechanical design, which has resulted in high performance, durable electric power tools. The name Metabo is German for "metal-boring," symbolic of the company's first tool -- a metal-boring tool -- manufactured in 1924.

EDITOR'S NOTE: Product available for demo or review.

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SOURCE Metabo Corporation

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Nonin Medical Announces Continua Certified USB Data Transfer Device for Its Handheld Oximeter Line
September 19, 2010

Nonin Medical, Inc., a leading innovator of noninvasive physiological monitoring solutions, today has introduced its latest Continua™ Certified device, the 1000USB-C USB adapter. Designed for OEM system developers, the 1000USB-C adapter enables any of Nonin's handheld oximeters to conveniently transfer secure data in accordance with Continua Health Alliance guidelines.

The second in a line of USB adapters released by Nonin this year, the 1000USB-C adapter contains three interface ports for simple connection between any Nonin handheld oximeter, patient sensor and receiving device. With this advance, Continua-compliant pulse oximetry (SpO2) data can now be securely transmitted in real time to various service providers such as health care facilities, disease management services or personal health record (PHR)/home telemedicine services.

Nonin's physiological monitoring products for telemedicine are the prevailing gold standard for vital sign assessment in a wide range of chronic diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic heart failure (CHF) and asthma. This announcement is further evidence of Nonin's leadership position in telemedicine and commitment to the advance of innovative, interoperable solutions designed to contain costs in the health care market.

Since certifying the world's first Continua™ Certified product in January of 2009, Nonin continues to add interoperable solutions across its entire product line and is a proud recipient of Frost and Sullivan's 2009 North American Product Line Strategy Award in Remote Patient Monitoring. Earlier this year, Nonin showcased its Onyx® II, Model 9560, the world's first Continua Certified Bluetooth® fingertip pulse oximeter, as part of the first end-to-end Continua-connected health solution with partners IBM and Vignet. For more information on the Continua Health Alliance visit, www.continuaalliance.org.

About Nonin Medical Inc. - www.nonin.com

Minneapolis-based Nonin Medical, Inc. is a privately owned company specializing in the design and manufacturing of noninvasive physiological monitoring solutions. Nonin distributes its products to health professionals in more than 125 countries and has over 100 OEM partners worldwide. With over 20 years of industry-leading capabilities in signal processing and sensor design expertise, Nonin's innovative noninvasive physiological technologies enable clinicians to accurately monitor a patient's true condition in the most challenging environments.

SOURCE Nonin Medical, Inc.

With Technology Comes Responsibility
September 18, 2010

- By Dr Pieter Streicher, MD of BulkSMS.com

The spread of mass panic through SMS is unnecessary and people need to learn to look at information with a more critical eye.

People in general are too quick to pass on information without checking if it originates from someone they trust. Propagating certain dubious and false information can often have devastating results. The origin of such messages is rarely known, but the intentions are often far from good.

We live in a world where everyone is a potential publisher. Modern technology gives us the opportunity to spread information far and wide through a variety of different channels. Through blogs, social media applications, e-mail, SMS, and chat programs, we can send information, opinions and multi-media to virtually anywhere in the world.

Having so many means available to spread and gather information has many benefits. For one, governments cannot get away with hiding information. Protests of doubt around the legitimacy of last year's Iranian elections results were proof of this. The protests were dubbed "The Twitter Revolution" due to the protesters' dependence on social networking platform Twitter and other similar Internet sites to communicate with each other.

This mass-panic through technology is not a new phenomenon - in 1938 the first segment of HG Wells' War of the Worlds was aired over the Columbia Broadcasting System radio network. Since the first episode was done as a simulated news bulletin, many listeners thought that an actual Martian invasion was taking place. As the news spread from person to person, America was soon caught in a state of mass panic and widespread confusion.

More than 70 years on, people are still letting themselves fall victim to rumours and hearsay without first determining the accuracy of so-called 'facts'. Take the recent politically-laden SMSes that did the rounds around the time of Eugene Terre'Blanche's murder. The messages were highly sensationalist, potentially damaging and very much untrue. Yet, they managed to spread mass panic, unrest, fear and scepticism among citizens of the country.

Don't just send it on

What many fail to realise is that with the increased power of mass information dissemination, comes increased responsibility. One has to become more discerning in how one approaches communications using new technologies.

The SMS channel is an especially dangerous means of transmitting upsetting messages. Because it is delivered directly to your phone and generally used as a means to alert, the gravity of the situation is amplified. The key is to stop and think before sending an SMS. Before potentially adding to or building on an already existing problem, ask yourself what the purpose of the message is and what the results would be if you were to send it on. Simply put, society needs to change and begin looking at the source of their information more critically.

About BulkSMS.com

BulkSMS.com (http://www.bulksms.com/), a division of Celerity Systems (Pty) Ltd, has been in operation since 2000 and is headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa. BulkSMS is a leading wireless application service provider offering bulk SMS messaging solutions to large and small businesses, public benefit organisations, and individuals. BulkSMS.com has a global market presence, including Europe, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America.

BulkSMS offers two-way bulk SMS messaging, premium rate solutions and supports mobile marketing campaigns to further an organisation's SMS communication needs. BulkSMS flagship messaging solution is the BulkSMS Text Messenger, an application that allows clients to quickly deploy an SMS service from a computer.

The company is a member of the Wireless Application Service Provider Association (WASPA) and the Mobile Marketing Association.

For more information on BulkSMS's commercial messaging services visit http://www.bulksms.com. For direct enquiries email sales@bulksms.com or contact BulkSMS telephonically on +27-21-528-3420.

SOURCE BulkSMS.com

Chicago White Castle Celebrates 75 Years with Special Savings
September 18, 2010

One of Chicago's best-known White Castle restaurants will be celebrating its 75th anniversary with deals no local Craver could pass up.

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On Saturday, September 28, 1935, the location known as White Castle restaurant number 30 in Whiting, Indiana, opened its doors for business. Located at Indianapolis Boulevard and 119th Street, the restaurant hit record sales of $904.50 in only its first week and has been a high-selling location within the company ever since.

In honor of this milestone, the Whiting-area restaurant will offer special savings via coupons in The Northwest Indiana Times from Monday, September 20 through Saturday, September 25. Customers can find coupons in The Northwest Indiana Times for offers like $.75 off any sack of 10 White Castle hamburgers, cheeseburgers or jalapeno cheeseburgers; a Crave Case of Original Sliders® for $14.75; or any breakfast sandwich on bun or toast for only $.75.

"We are proud to have served the Whiting community for 75 years and plan to continue to provide our Cravers with hot, fresh food for many more years," said Bill Thompson, White Castle Regional Director.

The original building featured seating for 30 and parking for 26 vehicles. It was one of the company's signature white porcelain steel structures with the instantaneously recognizable castle-type architecture and clean stainless steel surfaces inside.

About White Castle

White Castle is based in Columbus, Ohio, and owns and operates 421 restaurants in 11 states. The company was founded in Wichita, Kansas in 1921, and was the first fast-food hamburger chain. For more information on White Castle, visit www.whitecastle.com

SOURCE White Castle System, Inc.

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4Easysoft Mac Video Converter_ Welcome to Your Own Video Kingdom!
September 18, 2010

4Easysoft Studio has released its Video Converter for Mac users, Video Converter for Mac, which offers professional and omnipotent converting service for users to convert all kinds of videos to iPad, iPod, iPhone, iPhone 4G, PSP, Zune, etc.

4Easysoft Mac Video Converter, the best Video Converter for Mac users, which can convert all sorts of videos including General Videos (FLV, WMV. SWF, MP4, RM, RMVB, AVI, 3GP, etc.) and HD videos (TOD, MOD, M2TS, MTS, TS, MP4, MOV, RM, etc) to diverse mobile players, like iPod, iPhone, iPhone OS 3.0, PSP, Zune, Creative Zen, Wii, even Gphone and other popular mobile phones. 4Easysoft Mac Video Converter can also extract audio from videos to MP3, AAC, OGG, WMA, FLAC and more.

Acting as the best Mac Total Video Converter, 4Easysoft Mac Video Converter also supports more optimized settings and functions. So, you are allowed to trim, crop, merge, set video/audio settings, and then apply those settings for better conversion. Moreover, this software has a cool function, which can help users add both watermarks and subtitles to the videos, and allow users to select output audio tracks. With this wonderful software, users can convert different video files simultaneously with several clicks to output different formats for each video; also, for a single video file, users can load it with many times and select different video format for each one in one conversion.

Interested? Just have a free trial! More marvelous functions remain to be discovered by you. Remember that 4Easysoft Mac Video Converter not only can bring you convenience but also help you to be an emperor in your own video kingdom.

System Requirements

Processor: PowerPC® G4/G5 or Intel® processor

OS Supported: Mac OS X v10.4 - 10.6

Hardware Requirements: 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit graphics card or higher

Price and Availability

4Easysoft Mac Video Converter is priced at $29.95!

For more information and get a free trial version, please visit: http://www.4easysoft.com/mac-video-converter.html

About 4Easysoft Studio

4Easysoft Studio has been making constant efforts for the R&D of multimedia software. Tens of millions of clients across the globe have enjoyed much benefit from its hundreds of electronic software. With the harmonious, practical and creative attitude, 4Easysoft Studio will spare no effort to offer the best multimedia applications that will satisfy multimedia users all over the world with the latest, best and most convenient service. With 4Easysoft Studio, users' satisfaction is the best honor.

For more details about 4Easysoft Studio, please visit: http://www.4easysoft.com

Note to editors: 4Easysoft Studio is a flagship brand of Harbour Software.

SOURCE Harbour Software

LIONSGATE Dives Into the RABBIT HOLE With Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart
September 18, 2010

LIONSGATE® (NYSE: LGF), the leading next generation studio, today announced that it has acquired North American distribution rights to RABBIT HOLE, starring Academy Award® winner Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart, directed by John Cameron Mitchell (HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH), which made its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival earlier this week. RABBIT HOLE is adapted by David Lindsay-Abaire from his Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award® winning play of the same name, and produced by Leslie Urdang and Dean Vanech for Olympus Pictures; Nicole Kidman and Per Saari for Blossom Films; and Gigi Pritzker for Odd Lot Entertainment. The announcement was jointly made today by Joe Drake, Lionsgate Chief Operating Officer and Motion Picture Group President, and Jason Constantine, Lionsgate President of Acquisitions and Co-Productions.

RABBIT HOLE made its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on Monday, September 13. Lionsgate plans a Winter 2010 release. The film is the first release from Kidman's Blossom Films.

Said Constantine, "We are proud to be the home of RABBIT HOLE, a drama that not only has great pedigree, but passion, humor, emotion, and profound insight. We are very much looking forward to working with Nicole, Aaron, John and David to bring their extraordinary work to North American audiences."

Said producer Saari, "Nicole and I are elated. From the beginning, RABBIT HOLE has been a dream collaboration, and it continues here with Lionsgate."

"It was a joy to have worked with such a talented director and a brave and brilliant cast led by Nicole and Aaron," added producers Urdang and Vanech. "We couldn't be more excited to find a home at Lionsgate - their marketing and distribution team have long impressed us with their innovative approach to films that take creative risks," they added.

The deal was negotiated for Lionsgate by Constantine, Eda Kowan, Lionsgate Senior Vice President of Acquisitions and Co-Productions, and Wendy Jaffe, Executive Vice President Business & Legal Affairs, Acquisitions and Co-Productions. CAA, which represents Mitchell, Kidman, Eckhart and Teller, brokered the deal on behalf of Odd Lot, Blossom Films and Olympus Pictures.

SYNOPSIS – RABBIT HOLE

The screen adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by David Lindsay-Abaire, RABBIT HOLE, directed by John Cameron Mitchell, is about a husband and wife who fight to save their marriage after the deepest form of loss. The film is a vivid, honest and unexpectedly funny portrait of a family searching for what remains possible in the most impossible of situations.

ABOUT LIONSGATE

Lionsgate is the leading next generation studio with a strong and diversified presence in the production and distribution of motion pictures, television programming, home entertainment, family entertainment, video-on-demand and digitally delivered content. The Company has built a strong television presence in production of prime time cable and broadcast network series, distribution and syndication of programming through Debmar-Mercury and an array of channel assets. Lionsgate currently has 15 shows on more than 10 networks spanning its prime time production, distribution and syndication businesses, including such critically-acclaimed hits as the Emmy Award-winning "Mad Men", "Weeds" and "Nurse Jackie" along with new series such as "Blue Mountain State" and "Running Wilde" and the syndication successes "Tyler Perry's House Of Payne", its spinoff "Meet The Browns", "The Wendy Williams Show" and the recently announced "Are We There Yet?".

Its feature film business has generated such recent hits as THE EXPENDABLES, which was #1 at the North American box office for two weeks, THE LAST EXORCISM, TYLER PERRY'S WHY DID I GET MARRIED TOO?, KICK ASS and the critically-acclaimed PRECIOUS, which won two Academy Awards(R). The Company's home entertainment business has grown to more than 7% market share and is an industry leader in box office-to-DVD revenue conversion rate. Lionsgate handles a prestigious and prolific library of approximately 12,000 motion picture and television titles that is an important source of recurring revenue and serves as the foundation for the growth of the Company's core businesses. The Lionsgate brand remains synonymous with original, daring, quality entertainment in markets around the world.

ABOUT OLYMPUS PICTURES

Olympus Pictures was founded in 2007 by Leslie Urdang and Dean Vanech to finance and produce low budget films and to finance the development of feature films at all budget levels. Olympus provides an extremely supportive environment for filmmakers and quality entertainment in a wide range of genres.

Olympus' first feature Adam, written and directed by Max Mayer, starring Hugh Dancy, Rose Byrne, Peter Gallagher, Frankie Faison and Amy Irving, was released by Fox Searchlight in 2009. In addition to Rabbit Hole, Olympus produced and financed Mike Mills' Beginners, starring Ewan McGregor, Christopher Plummer and Melanie Laurent that is also premiering at the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival. Olympus recently wrapped production, alongside Likely-Story, on The Oranges, a comedy directed by Julian Farino, written by Jay Reiss & Ian Helfer, starring Hugh Laurie, Catherine Keener, Leighton Meester, Oliver Platt, Allison Janney, Adam Brody, and Alia Shawkat. The company is currently developing a film with Hwy61, inspired by the life of Sal Masekela, Peony, an adaptation of Pearl S. Buck's novel, Wendy and the Lost Boys, with Michael Hoffman by Jon Robin Baitz, and Spin with Rob Morrow, adapted from the book by Robert Charles Wilson.

Olympus Pictures is affiliated with Olympus Theatricals, LLC, an independent commercial theater production company. Both companies are subsidiaries of Olympus Productions, LLC which is owned by Olympus Holdings, LLC, an independent firm engaged through its various subsidiaries and affiliates in energy, commercial finance, and entertainment.

ABOUT BLOSSOM FILMS

Blossom Films, a Los Angeles-based film production company founded by Nicole Kidman and run by Per Saari, is dedicated to supporting and nurturing the artistic visions of screenwriters and filmmakers. Blossom encourages creative risk-taking while seeking out entertaining stories that have strong points of view and meaningful things to say about the world.

In addition to Rabbit Hole, Blossom developed and produced Tom Bezucha's Monte Carlo for Twentieth Century Fox. Kidman and Saari are also developing Simon Kinberg's The Eighth Wonder and a remake of How to Marry a Millionaire for Fox, Lasse Halstrom's Danish Girl, an adaptation of the best-seller Little Bee for BBC Films in conjunction with Pretty Pictures, and a biography of singer Dusty Springfield, The Look of Love, currently being written by Hours author Michael Cunningham.

ABOUT ODD LOT ENTERTAINMENT

Founded in 2001 by Gigi Pritzker, producer of The Wedding Planner, Green Street Hooligans and Mean Creek, Odd Lot Entertainment is a Los Angeles-based company that develops, finances, produces, and arranges distribution for commercial film properties in the $5-$60 million range, both in the domestic and international markets. On its upcoming slate is Marc Platt's Drive, now in pre-production and which starts filming in September 2010, starring Ryan Gosling and Carey Mulligan, and directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, and From Prada to Nada, to be released theatrically by Lionsgate in early 2011, starring Camilla Belle, Alexa Vega and Adriana Barraza. For more information, visit www.oddlotent.com

For further information, contact:

Stacey Mooradian
310-255-4951
smooradian@lionsgate.com

For corporate inquiries, please contact:

Peter D. Wilkes
310-255-3726
pwilkes@lionsgate.com

SOURCE Lionsgate

Ford Debuts Fiesta App on the App Store_ Interactive Sales Brochure Brings Fiesta to Life
September 18, 2010

New Ford Fiesta is adding an app for the Apple iPad to its list of technology offerings, providing users with interactive product information, photos, videos and available custom offerings

Fiesta is the first Ford vehicle to use an app to deliver a one-of-a-kind interactive brochure experience

The now available Fiesta App for iPad offers an interactive perspective on the vehicle's 15 class-exclusive features, 40 mpg story, connectivity and accessories

Fiesta fans have something to cheer about with the debut of a new interactive sales brochure that brings the features and attributes of Ford's widely acclaimed new small car to iPad. In launching the Fiesta App in the App store, Ford is reaching out to customers in a brand-new and interactive way.

With more than 3 million Apple iPads sold, this is the perfect opportunity for Ford to reach out to customers, by creating an interactive sales brochure that provides a depth of information not found in a typical dealer brochure.

"Fiesta target consumers are heavily digitally inclined and often lead the way with new technology adoption. The Fiesta App gives these customers the information they want, in a format they expect," said Thomais Zaremba, Ford car marketing communications manager. "It's another way for us to reach out to customers in the digital and social media space."

Interactive information at your fingertips

The Fiesta App gives customers interested in a Fiesta a rich experience with Ford's newest small car, providing a depth of information that couldn't be achieved in a typical sales brochure.

"This app is purpose built for the iPad to deliver information in a way that iPad users are accustomed to receiving information. It's very interactive, yet very educational at the same time," said Zaremba. "It brings together the gratification of holding a brochure while sharing interactive content like videos that are typically found on websites."

App users will be able to check out all of Fiesta's 15 class-exclusive features, including keyless entry and available push-button start. The screen lets viewers scroll down to each of the features, where a description and short video then shows how the technology works.

One screen also details all of the available tattoos and graphics, with viewers able to scroll through to see the choices for themselves. The app also describes how the Ford Fiesta with the six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission achieves an EPA rating of 40 mpg highway, delivering class-leading fuel economy.

Additional Fiesta App information includes:

Quality: Informs app users about how Fiesta achieved quality through strength and quietness

Safety: Details how Fiesta features seven standard airbags, including a new driver's knee airbag specifically developed to help reduce injuries in frontal collisions

Connectivity: Includes information on how the latest version of Ford SYNC® with turn-by-turn navigation, a standard audio input jack and an available audio upgrade will keep Fiesta drivers connected

Available accessories: Lets viewers see how they can personalize their Fiesta, with accessories like an illuminated gear indicator shift knob, rear spoiler, even a kayak carrier to haul outdoor gear

Standard and available features: Details the number of standard and available features that increase convenience and add connectivity on Fiesta

Colors: Shows off the choice of nine vivid new colors, from Bright Magenta to Lime Squeeze to Blue Flame

The Fiesta App is available for free in the App Store for iPad or at www.iTunes.com/AppStore/.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F), a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 159,000 employees and about 70 plants worldwide, the company's automotive brands include Ford, Lincoln and Mercury, production of which has been announced by the company to be ending in the fourth quarter of 2010. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit www.ford.com.

SOURCE Ford Motor Company

Morgans Hotel Group Unveils Semi-Automatic at Hudson
September 17, 2010

Morgans Hotel Group Co. (Nasdaq: MHGC) ("MHG"), the groundbreaking innovator that introduced the world to iconic brands such as Delano in South Beach, Royalton and Hudson in New York City and Sanderson in London, today unveiled their irreverent take on hotel gift shops with the launch of Semi-Automatic at Hudson. Debuting just in time for New York Fashion Week, Semi-Automatic at Hudson has reinvented the hotel gift shop experience with the introduction of an oversized vending machine occupying part of a wall in the hotel lobby, stocked with a curated combination of everyday travel necessities and a myriad of luxury items at the press of a button.

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Classic paperback Catcher in the Rye, a stylish toothbrush by Paul Smith, a retro Ouija Board, a luxe Dagger Rosary by renowned jewelry designer Pamela Love, an Essential Travel Kit by Malin+ Goetz, a chic black sequin mini skirt by Haute Hippie, BluePrintCleanse, a red Ferrari 599 GTB that you can rent on a whim from Gotham Dream Cars, and a personal portrait shoot with renowned photographer Ben Watts, are all items one can expect to find in Semi-Automatic at Hudson. There is even a touch of fantasy with 24k gold handcuffs by Kiki De Montparnasse. Hudson's Semi-Automatic will also debut an original Hudson t-shirt, created exclusively for Hudson by artist Chrissie Miller of SOPHOMORE. The Hudson t-shirt, which embodies the Lower East Side Style of the 70's mixed with today, is the first of a new artists t-shirt series created for Morgans Hotel Group.

Divided into five categories: Basics, Media, Fashion, Beauty, and GoFish, the touch-operated screen allows guests to indulge in the finest name brands including Malin + Goetz, Kiki De Montparnasse, Paul Smith and Haute Hippie.

"We're thrilled to bring the unrivaled Semi-Automatic experience to Hudson in New York City," said Kim Walker, Senior Vice President and Creative Director for Morgans Hotel Group. "This incredible concept gives us the opportunity to enhance our guests' travel needs by offering exciting luxury brands, everyday essentials and unexpected experiences to take advantage of during their stay."

Semi-Automatic originally debuted last year at Mondrian in South Beach and became an astounding success. Dispensing everything from Bentley's, Flip Video cameras and bathing suits, Semi-Automatic with its sleek design became an instant success as guests gathered around to ogle at the three-dimensional dispenser of luxury goods purchased as easily as a can of soda from a lobby vending machine. Mondrian in South Beach continues to impress today with pop-up curation of Semi-Automatic by innovators like Interview Magazine.

Now at Hudson, Semi-Automatic is available to guests 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and will present new luxury items on a regular basis. Prices range from $4 (for the basics) to $4500 (a two night penthouse package at Morgans Hotel Group's newest hotel, Ames in Boston. The package includes a two-night stay, dinner for two at Woodward, a special welcome amenity and a curated itinerary from UrbanDaddy). For the extravagant consumer with refined taste the Ben Watts photo shoot is priced at $8,000 and the Ferrari 599 GTB can be yours to rent for $10,000 per week.

About Morgans Hotel Group

Morgans Hotel Group Co. (Nasdaq: MHGC) is widely credited as the creator of the first "boutique" hotel and a continuing leader of the hotel industry's boutique sector. Morgans Hotel Group operates and owns, or has an ownership interest in, Morgans, Royalton and Hudson in New York, Delano and Shore Club in South Beach, Mondrian in Los Angeles and South Beach, Clift in San Francisco, Ames in Boston, and Sanderson and St Martins Lane in London. Morgans Hotel Group and an equity partner also own the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas and related assets. Morgans Hotel Group also manages hotels in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico and Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Morgans Hotel Group has other property transactions in various stages of completion, including projects in SoHo, New York and Palm Springs, California. For more information please visit www.morganshotelgroup.com.

Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements

This press release may contain certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements relate to, among other things, the operating performance of our investments and financing needs and prediction of certain future other events. Forward-looking statements are generally identifiable by use of forward-looking terminology such as "may," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate" "believe," "project," or other similar words or expressions. These forward-looking statements reflect our current views about future events and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions and changes in circumstances that may cause our actual results or other future events to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement. Important risks and factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to economic, business, competitive market and regulatory conditions such as: a sustained downturn in economic and market conditions, particularly levels of spending in the business, travel and leisure industries; continued tightness in the global credit markets; general volatility of the capital markets and our ability to access the capital markets; our ability to refinance our current outstanding debt and to repay outstanding debt as such debt matures; our ability to protect the value of our name, image and brands and our intellectual property; risks related to natural disasters, such as earthquakes, volcanoes and hurricanes; hostilities, including future terrorist attacks, or fear of hostilities that affect travel; and other risk factors discussed in MHG's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009, and other documents filed by MHG with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. All forward-looking statements in this press release are made as of the date hereof, based upon information known to management as of the date hereof, and MHG assumes no obligations to update or revise any of its forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes show that indicated results or events will not be realized.

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YWaiter_ Serving Up Tasty Treats and Taking a Bite Out of Crime
September 17, 2010

It happens every day: Consumers handing their credit or debit card to a server, making restaurants a notorious spot for identity thieves to gather the personal information of others. This in not to imply that all restaurant personnel can't be trusted, but some identity thieves have caught on that the restaurant business can be a goldmine. In fact, a 2007 report from Visa® states that the most common place for credit card information to be stolen is at a restaurant – 40 percent of all credit card theft occurs at dining locations – more than any other type of merchant.

Phoenix-based technology firm Mobile Bytes, LLC is utilizing Smartphones to thwart thieves with the launch of their revolutionary mobile application YWaiter, an iPhone and Android app designed to save restaurant goers money and time when dining out. Using stored credit card information, YWaiter enables users to place orders from menus, even offering a tip calculator so the bill is conveniently paid ahead of time. The service ensures an inherently more secure financial transaction without the need for a customer to pull out their credit card.

"YWaiter means that the days of handing your credit card over to someone who may fraudulently use your credit card are over," relates YWaiter President/CEO Dan Calderone. "In Europe, food servers commonly perform payment transactions in front of you, right at your table. But here, they take your card away from you to an out-of-sight location to cash out your meal ticket where unscrupulous people can take advantage of you."

YWaiter allows hungry diners to interact with full service, fast casual, takeout and delivery oriented restaurants anywhere in the United States. Customers can order food and beverages from their favorite restaurants and bars on their time, directly from their Smartphone. Foodies can place an order; add drinks or desserts, and checkout securely using stored credit card information – all at their convenience.

And now, affordable branded Smartphone apps are readily available with the YWaiter White-Label Program. Through this innovative technology service, restaurant owners can offer their customers a complete Smartphone restaurant experience, a true branded custom app at a fraction of the cost, even for eating and drinking establishments with small marketing budgets that simply don't have the money—or resources—to launch their own app.

YWaiter is available at the iTunes App Store and the Android Market, and is free to download. For additional information on becoming a part of the YWaiter White-Label app program, visit www.ywaiter.com or call (602) 492-4837 [602-4WAITER].

SOURCE YWaiter

LIG Assets, Inc. Begins Distribution and Marketing of Unique CPAP Mask Cleaner
September 17, 2010

LIG Assets, Inc. (LIG) (Pink Sheets: LIGA), a Dallas-based investment company, today began distributing and marketing a new cleaner and disinfectant for the masks of CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machines, which provide breathing therapy primarily for patients suffering from sleep apnea.

The unique CPAP mask cleaner/disinfectant, called Simple Step, was developed by Jones Products Company, LLC, which is 51% owned by LIG Assets, Inc. Simple Step is an odorless, multi-purpose surface cleaner and disinfectant that contains no alcohol. Originally developed in 2002 by a respiratory therapist, Simple Step is a safe, easy way to clean and disinfect home medical equipment without any residue or scent. The active ingredient in Simple Step is effective against mold, fungus, and bacteria.

"We are excited to roll out this revolutionary new CPAP mask cleaner," said Jeff Love, President and Chief Executive Officer of LIG Assets. "In the past, users of CPAP machines had limited options for sanitizing their CPAP masks, often resorting to using alcohol-based disinfectants, which had a strong odor and were irritating to the patient, or using citrus-based sprays which would clean but did not disinfect the mask. Simple Step Mask Cleaner solves both of these issues with its odorless, alcohol-free, sanitizing formulation."

In addition to disinfecting CPAP masks, Simple Step is also effective on all types of respiratory equipment, including but not limited to oxygen masks, small volume nebulizers, ventilators, and humidifiers as well as filters, apnea monitors, ear probes, blood pressure monitoring machines, wheel chairs, and other home health equipment. Simple Step is the only CPAP disinfectant and cleaner that is available as both a spray and a wipe. It is safe and gentle for skin, including delicate facial areas, and will not cause deterioration on plastic or silicone.

Though Simple Step Mask Cleaner is initially being marketed to users of home medical equipment, the cleaner can be safely and effectively used to clean and disinfect other areas in the home, including telephones, kitchen counters, and computer keyboards.

For more information, or to purchase Simple Step mask cleaner, contact LIG Assets, Inc. at 214-760-1000, www.ligassetsinc.net.

About LIG Assets

LIG Assets, Inc. (OTC: LIGA.PK), a development stage company, focuses on income-producing opportunities in the real estate, oil and gas, and distribution sectors. The company acquires, rehabilitates and sells commercial and residential real estate, providing second chance opportunities for home buyers and restoring structures to help promote growth in the economy. LIG is also a production company focused on exploitation and is committed to employing technical and operational expertise in the geologic trends generating hydrocarbons for a demand-driven market while acquiring new concessions. In addition, LIG owns 51% of Jones Products Company, developer of Simple Step CPAP mask cleaner, a gentle, odorless disinfectant for the masks of CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machines. For additional information, please visit LIG Assets corporate website: www.ligassetsinc.net

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains statements, which may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. Those statements include statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of LIG Assets Inc., and members of its management as well as the assumptions on which such statements are based. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

Contact: Jeff Love
Chief Executive Officer, LIG Assets, Inc.
jefflove@ligassetsinc.net
214.760.1000

Geralyn DeBusk
President, HIR (Halliburton Investor Relations)
gdebusk@HalliburtonIR.com
972.458.8000

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Electrone Americas Releases New, Affordable Digital Signage SolutionElectrone Digital Signage
September 17, 2010

Electrone Americas Ltd., Co., an international manufacturer and reseller of advanced IT equipment and solutions, is launching a new digital signage solution—Electrone Digital Signage—centered on a powerful online software platform that allows users to create and control a complete digital signage network via the internet. Electrone Digital Signage is unique in that it requires no long-term commitment; has no hidden fees; and, as an added bonus, Electrone Digital Signage also offers the requisite hardware for hassle-free lease or purchase.

Designed to be an easy, affordable, and exceptional digital signage solution, Electrone Digital Signage can be used by anyone with virtually any budget to communicate just about anything they can think of. The Electrone Digital Signage platform gives users the power to securely upload and store a wide variety of different content, even HD media. Electrone Digital Signage can also be used to display streaming media (i.e., YouTube), and RSS feeds from news agencies. Monthly license fees can be as low as $40.00, so Electrone Digital Signage customers can enjoy the benefits of digital marketing and communication without breaking their budget.

Additionally, Electrone Digital Signage is also a direct hardware provider, so it is incredibly easy for new customers to acquire the exact equipment that they need to work with their new digital signage service. Electrone Digital Signage has made the hardware procurement process even better by giving customers the option to lease or buy hardware at considerably low prices.

Overall, the goal of Electrone Digital Signage is to make setting up and managing a digital signage network simple. Not only do they offer hardware, but they also offer full technical support for the digital signage service and equipment that they provide, such as live phone tutorials. The Electrone Digital Signage website is also filled with lots of information to help users and answer questions that potential customers may have. E-mail and phone support is also readily available.

As pointed out by Stuart J. Thorn, Electrone Americas' CEO, Electrone Digital Signage is designed to minimize user frustration, confusion, and dissatisfaction. "We wanted to create a fully-loaded digital signage solution that anyone, including novice and short-term users, would find easy to use and financially practical. Electrone Digital Signage gives everyone the power to take advantage of the benefits of digital signs without all of the hassle and expense of traditional solutions. Electrone Americas is incredibly excited about this new solution."

For more information about Electrone Digital Signage, please visit www.ealdigitalsignage.com, or call 1-561-395-3398 ext. 216. You can also e-mail zenobiac@electroneamericas.com.

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New Nikon SB-700 Speedlight Features Advanced Multifunctional Flash Technology in a Compact and Easy-to-Use Form-Factor
September 17, 2010

Today, Nikon Inc. introduced the versatile new SB-700 Speedlight, the latest addition to Nikon's powerful and renowned Creative Lighting System for a wide range of photographers and applications. The SB-700 is a high-performance flash that brings simplicity to on-camera, remote and multiple flash photography. Building on the success of the popular SB-600 Speedlight and the advanced functionality of the SB-900 Speedlight, the SB-700 also incorporates a wide zoom range covering the most popular focal lengths and FX/DX-format identification that optimizes zoom settings based on the user's camera body. The SB-700 also provides a more efficient use of batteries and flash coverage in addition to three light distribution patterns for flash-to-scene customization. Whether used as an on-camera flash or as a wireless commander or remote, the Nikon SB-700 Speedlight offers dependable and consistent flash exposure even under the most challenging lighting conditions.

Designed for a variety of photographers ranging from amateurs in the field to professionals in the studio, the SB-700 integrates a host of new features designed to make flash photography simple, accurate and creative. The SB-700 is for photographers looking for an on-camera Speedlight offering more power for greater depth-of-field control than the built-in flash, or an additional Speedlight for wireless multiple flash set-ups. This Speedlight will also satisfy the needs of photographers looking for a compact Speedlight that can be set up as a Commander or a Remote as well as those who want to upgrade from their existing or older Nikon Speedlight.

"When designing the new Nikon SB-700, we were sure to incorporate the features that made the SB-600 Speedlight such a popular and well respected flash unit as well as the advanced technology that users of the SB-900 Speedlight have come to know," said Lisa Osorio, general manager of marketing at Nikon Inc. "The Nikon SB-700 is a multifunctional Speedlight that combines high-quality with a simple yet sophisticated design."

The Nikon SB-700 has many new and redesigned features that make it easy-to-use, yet powerful enough to assist in tough and challenging lighting conditions and settings. The SB-700's LCD design and layout enables easy-to-remember and intuitive operation, while the multi-step power zoom covers wide 24-120mm angle of view with FX-format cameras. The improved user interface of the SB-700 utilizes a large easy-to-read dot-matrix LCD panel making navigation and usage even easier.

As part of Nikon's popular Creative Lighting System, the SB-700 includes support for Nikon's advanced wireless TTL operation and can function as a wireless Commander with control over two separate groups of Speedlights, or as a Remote Speedlight when controlled by the SB-900 Speedlight or the built-in Speedlight set to Commander Mode in most Nikon D-SLR's. The SB-700 also incorporates a high-speed recycling time of approximately 2.5 seconds for full power with NiMH batteries, and approximately 3.0 seconds with AA Alkaline batteries. The Nikon SB-700 also features a new Quick Wireless Mode with A:B (light ratios) for quick setting of multiple flash units. This makes it easy and quick to control two remote flash units in i-TTL mode.

Additionally, the SB-700 also features enhanced Thermal Cut-Out detection that automatically detects heat build-up due to rapid flash firing. By increasing the recycling time if the temperature of the flash head rises above a certain threshold, the SB-700 protects the flash from damage due to overheating.

For improved durability, heat-resistance and ease-of-use, the SB-700 uses new hard plastic-type color filters for fluorescent or incandescent color temperature balancing. When using the supplied filters, the flash automatically recognizes which filter is being used and adjusts white balance accordingly on select Nikon D-SLR cameras. Additionally, the SB-700's AF-assist illuminator is compatible with the complete line of AF systems used in Nikon D-SLR cameras*.

Similar to the Nikon SB-900 Speedlight, three illumination patterns (standard, center-weighted and even) can be selected in SB-700 to match each shooting situation. When "even" is selected, the light from the flash will cover a subject from center to edges without light falloff. This pattern is suitable for shooting group photographs indoors. The "standard" pattern will cover all conventional, standard flash coverage. The center-weighted pattern provides larger guide numbers than other light distribution types at the same focal lengths. This illumination pattern is suitable for subjects such as portraits, in which the light falloff at the image edges can be ignored.

Like the Nikon SB-900, when the SB-700 is mounted on a camera compatible with user firmware updates, the SB-700 firmware can be updated using the same procedure as with a Nikon D-SLR camera.

Available accessories

The SB-700 uses four AA type Alkaline, Lithium or rechargeable NiMH batteries. To enhance the weatherproof ability of Nikon D-SLRs, optional water guards will be available for select cameras to protect the connection between the flash and camera, allowing users to utilize the flash when weather conditions are less than ideal. The SJ-4 Color Filter set provides a Warming, Red, Yellow or Blue filter for adding color to the background, foreground or just to accent the scene.

Price and availability

The new Nikon SB-700 Speedlight is scheduled to be available in mid-November 2010, and will have an MSRP** of $329.95. The SB-700 will come bundled with the Speedlight Stand, Bounce Adapter, Color Filter Holder, Intelligent Color Filter Kit, Diffuser Dome and soft case.

About Nikon

Nikon, At the Heart of the Image™. Nikon Inc. is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR optics, Speedlights and system accessories; Nikon COOLPIX® compact digital cameras; COOLSCAN® digital film scanners; 35mm film SLR cameras; Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational optics. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-UX or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the Web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities.

Specifications are subject to change

*Performance may be limited according to lens in use.

**MSRP (Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time

SOURCE Nikon Inc.

Roche Diagnostics Introduces Full Line of 9-Minute STAT Assays for Cardiac Biomarker Testing on cobas 6000 Analyzer Series
September 17, 2010

Roche Diagnostics (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) announced today that it has introduced a complete battery of STAT immunoassays for cardiac biomarker testing on the cobas® 6000 analyzer series, an integrated system designed for diagnostic labs with medium testing volumes. With a 9-minute duration, the assays are faster than any other cardiac immunoassay tests currently available on an integrated platform and enable labs to deliver results to doctors treating cardiac patients in about half the time of standard Roche tests. The tests complement a line of existing STAT cardiac assays for Roche's stand-alone platform, the cobas 4000 series.

"In critical care environments that require rapid decision-making, this new line of STAT assays can help healthcare facilities meet current cardiac care turnaround time guidelines," said Hans-Juergen Loyda, Ph.D., MBA, director of clinical development and education at Roche Diagnostics Corporation. "Making the tests available on the cobas 6000 series gives labs the option to run Roche STAT assays on either stand-alone or integrated platforms."

The new 9-minute STAT immunoassay tests include troponin T, troponin I, CK-MB, myoglobin and NT-proBNP and run on the cobas e 601 analyzer, part of the cobas 6000 analyzer series, an integrated platform that offers both clinical chemistry and immunoassay testing. The STAT tests are virtually equivalent to Roche's 18-minute tests in performance, precision and sensitivity.

The cardiac STAT assays can all be run with one simple blood draw via the Roche OneTUBE solution, which consists of a single lithium heparin tube that can be run on any of Roche's integrated platforms. By allowing a single technician to process a single draw from a single point of entry instead of drawing multiple tubes for cardiac tests on multiple analyzers, the OneTUBE solution helps to simplify sample handling and reduce the need for sample splitting.

About Cardiac Critical Care Guidelines

The National Association of Clinical Biochemistry (NACB) recommends that cardiac biomarker testing should have a turnaround time (TAT) of less than 60 minutes – optimally 30 minutes.(1) A conventional biomarker panel for patients presenting with shortness of breath includes troponin, CK-MB, myoglobin, D-dimer and NT-proBNP.(2) In addition, a cardiac biomarker test TAT of 30 minutes or less is required for a facility to be accredited as a Chest Pain Center by the Society of Chest Pain Centers.(3)

About Roche

Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, Roche is a leader in research-focused healthcare with combined strengths in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Roche is the world's largest biotech company with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, virology, inflammation, metabolism and CNS. Roche is also the world leader in in-vitro diagnostics, tissue-based cancer diagnostics and a pioneer in diabetes management. Roche's personalized healthcare strategy aims at providing medicines and diagnostic tools that enable tangible improvements in the health, quality of life and survival of patients. In 2009, Roche had over 80,000 employees worldwide and invested almost 10 billion Swiss francs in R&D. The Group posted sales of 49.1 billion Swiss francs. Genentech, United States, is a wholly owned member of the Roche Group. Roche has a majority stake in Chugai Pharmaceutical, Japan. For more information: www.roche.com or www.roche-diagnostics.us.

All trademarks used or mentioned in this release are protected by law.

1 Storrow AB, Apple FS, Wu AH, Jesse R, Francis G, Christenson RH. Use of cardiac biomarkers for acute coronary syndromes. In: Laboratory medicine practice guidelines: evidence-based practice for point-of-care testing. Washington (DC): National Academy of Clinical Biochemistry (NACB); 2006. p. 13-20. Accessed September 2010 at: http://www.guideline.gov/content.aspx?id=10813.

2 Singer AJ, Thode HC Jr, Green GB et al. The incremental benefit of a shortness-of-breath biomarker panel in emergency department patients with dyspnea. Acad Emerg Med. 2009 Jun;16(6):488-94.

3 Peacock WF, Fonarow GC, Ander DS et al. Society of Chest Pain Centers recommendations for the evaluation and management of the observation stay acute heart failure patient. A report from the society of chest pain centers acute heart failure committee. Acute Cardiac Care. 2009;11:1,3-42.

For further information, please contact:

Betsy Cox
Director, Corporate Communications
Roche Diagnostics Corporation
Indianapolis, IN
(317) 521-3911
betsy.cox@roche.com

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Daffy's 'Undressing Room' Gets Dressing Down From NYPD
September 16, 2010

The majority of retailers participating in Friday's "Fashion's Night Out" celebration were looking to drive traffic into their stores with unique events. But for one clothing retailer, the goal was the opposite, as it succeeded in literally stopping traffic while keeping people outside its doors.

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Daffy's, the popular chain of discount fashion clothing and accessories, offered a titillating promotion at its Herald Square location where live models stood in the store's street-level windows and put on – and took off – clothing before a pleased public throughout the night.

The New York Police Department did not find the spectacle as arresting as did the estimated crowd of 1,500.

Eventually, the crowd spilled out into the street at 34th and Broadway, creating traffic problems at one of New York's busiest intersections. Two times during the night, police officers instructed representatives from Daffy's to discontinue the putative peep show, citing concerns about vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The police also issued a number of summonses to those who failed to move quickly enough past the store's windows.

"Despite being reprimanded by New York's Finest, it was a great night to celebrate the industry's creative attempt to draw attention to the power and importance of fashion for New York retailers," said Daffy's Bracker. "And though the objective was to get people in front of our stores, we did achieve a nice increase in sales Friday night. Apparently, people were able to pull themselves away from the store windows to do some shopping."

The event finally came to an end when officers ordered Daffy's to turn off all music that was transmitted from the store's windows.

Throughout the evening, passers-by were encouraged to text in their requests for which outfit a specific model should wear. Ever few minutes, the live models would disrobe before the crowd and put on another outfit from the Daffy's fall collection. In total, more than 1,500 text messages were received between 6:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

In addition to making a request for a change of outfit, many incoming text messages included comments to the models. The ongoing dialogue between the models and those texting was posted on a giant flat screen TV placed in the window for all to read.

"I was struck by a couple of things Friday night," said Tyler DeAngelo, digital creative director at DeVito/Verdi, the agency that created the event. "First, women who are between 45-60 years old are as plugged in as any one, and should never be discounted from any future mobile campaign. Second, based on the messages received, these women have some of the filthiest minds in the city."

"We apologize for any inconveniences that may have occurred as a result of our 'Undressing Room' event Friday night," said Will Bracker of Daffy's. "Though the sidewalk was blocked, traffic came to a halt on 34th Street and commuters were delayed in getting home, there was nary a complaint from the public. I don't think anyone seemed to mind, given the entertainment provided by the models in our store's windows."

SOURCE Daffy's

RegScan Announces the Release of the CheckPoint Audit System
September 16, 2010

The CheckPoint® audit protocols were designed by a consortium of leading energy companies. RegScan has now integrated them with their GCS 2.0 platform, creating the CheckPoint Audit System.

"What is exciting about the CheckPoint Audit System, is the marriage of the over 7,000 pages of industry leading CheckPoint audit protocols with the award winning RegScan technology. What we have done is to combine a 15 year industry standard with internet technology to create an energy audit support system," stated Ned Ertel, President & CEO of RegScan, Inc.

The CheckPoint Audit System has three major elements, the CheckPoint Audit Protocols -- the regulatory compliance requirements in the form of questions, RegScan's Socrates Compliance Knowledge Management module and RegScan's GCS, the regulatory research service.

Geoff Smith, Vice President of Strategic Sales at RegScan said, "We designed the CheckPoint Audit System to support many different workflow methodologies. It can be used for audits, profiling, and as a regulatory research and change management tool. Users can also conduct on-line audits in real time or download the questions and work off-line. The protocols can also be integrated with in-house or third party environmental management systems."

The CheckPoint Audit System consists of both Federal and state requirements focused on the energy sector with additional regulatory coverage of environmental, health & safety, and transportation subject areas. The audit question subject areas have been electronically integrated with the regulations cited in the protocols. With its emphasis on air emissions, the CheckPoint Audit System fits perfectly with oil & gas companies, utilities, transmission companies and many others.

Founded in 1987, RegScan, Inc. provides its services to Fortune 1000 companies worldwide. RegScan GCS has innovated online compliance with unique tools that enable easy access and interpretations of domestic and international regulatory data, audit protocols, change management and hazardous materials software.

For more information contact RegScan sales at 1-800-734-7226 extension 1415.

Online: www.regscan.com

SOURCE RegScan, Inc.

All-New Ford Focus Launches Exclusive Airbag Technologies That Enhance Crash Protection
September 16, 2010

All-new 2012 Ford Focus will offer an exclusive suite of innovative airbags that help customize protection in the most common frontal and side crashes

Focus is launching Ford's next-generation driver-front airbag with enhanced chest protection technology designed to help reduce chest and rib injuries

Innovative side airbags help enhance chest protection for front seat occupants with shoulder vents that deliver varying levels of pressure based on the size of the occupant and how much of their shoulder blocks the vent

Focus will be Ford's first car ever with a front passenger airbag with adaptive venting designed to help enhance head and neck protection by better matching deployment force with occupant size

The next-generation airbags will debut as standard equipment on the all-new Ford Focus on sale early in 2011 in North America. The new airbags will roll out on other Ford vehicles in the next few years

The all-new 2012 Ford Focus will launch exclusive airbag technologies that enhance protection for front seat occupants in the most common frontal and side crashes.

The suite of new innovations includes Ford's next-generation driver-front airbag with enhanced chest protection technology. The new airbag uses a reconfigured curve-shaped tether system that pulls in the lower section to create a "pocket" to help lessen the impact of the airbag on the driver's chest and ribs in frontal crashes.

Ford's innovative side airbags feature unique shoulder vents that stay open and reduce pressure for smaller occupants who typically benefit from reduced forces. Taller occupants whose shoulders block the vent could benefit from the higher pressures.

Focus also will be Ford's first car ever to feature front passenger airbags with adaptive venting technology that diverts some of the gas from the airbag inflators through vents outside of the airbags. The restraints control module – the control center of Ford's advanced safety systems – adjusts the level of venting based on seat position.

The new passenger airbag is designed to help enhance head and neck protection by better matching deployment force with occupant size. This innovative system uses a small pyrotechnic device to force open the vent and can provide less pressure in the airbag when it's sufficient to help protect the occupant.

"This is our most advanced airbag system ever in a Ford car, and is designed to enhance protection for front occupants in the most common types of crashes," said Sue Cischke, Ford group vice president, Sustainability, Environment and Safety Engineering. "Each of these airbags uses innovative technologies to help customize airbag protection to the occupant."

The new airbag technologies debut as standard equipment on the all-new 2012 Ford Focus, which goes on sale early next year in North America. They will be rolled out to other Ford vehicles in the next few years.

Data drive new airbag design

Ford's new driver-side airbag was designed to enhance chest and rib protection based in part on Ford's biomechanical research. In particular, Ford found this type of enhanced chest protection technology would be especially helpful in more serious crashes.

"While seat belts and airbags provide proven protection for drivers of all ages, elderly drivers remain at higher risk of injury than younger drivers due to the nature of collision forces," said Frank Heitplatz, Ford supervisor of occupant safety integration. "Decades of biomechanical research at Ford continue to spur refinement of the safety technologies in our vehicles to further reduce the risks of severe injuries."

Focus's strength on safety

In addition to the new airbags, the new Focus's vehicle structure provides enhanced crash protection as well as improved vehicle dynamics.

High-strength steels comprise 55 percent of the Focus's body shell, and ultra-high-strength and boron steels make up more than 31 percent of its skeletal structure. These advanced materials help the structure meet crash regulations across world markets, while minimizing the vehicle's weight to help maximize fuel economy.

"High-strength steels were key to delivering the lighter weight and higher strength we needed for structural efficiency," said Shawn Morgans, Ford technical leader in body engineering. "We believe the materials used on the new Focus are setting a new benchmark in the small car segment."

Ford was the first automaker to begin airbag research five decades ago. It fielded an airbag test fleet in 1971, offered a driver-side airbag in 1985 and standardized driver and front passenger airbags in most vehicles by 1993. In recent years, Ford has introduced a variety of crash protection systems – ranging from canopy airbags to knee bolsters – designed to improve occupant protection. Ford has the most Top Safety Picks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety of any automaker.

About Ford Motor Company

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GE Satcom Launches Triple-Play VSAT Service for Merchant Vessels Based on iDirect Platform
September 16, 2010

iDirect, Inc. (iDirect), a company of VT Systems Inc. (VT Systems) today announced that GE Satcom, a leading provider of satellite communications services throughout EMEA, has unveiled the commercial launch of a satellite-based communications service for merchant vessel operators based on iDirect's Intelligent Platform. Following a successful six-month pilot testing, the service has been scheduled for an initial roll out to 14 commercial ships. To support the new service, GE Satcom will upgrade its current satellite infrastructure to iDirect's Evolution product line. iDirect is a world leader in satellite-based IP communications technology.

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GE Satcom's maritime broadband solution will deliver a triple-play service bundle with prepay access to Voice Over IP (VoIP) phone, Internet and TV news and sports highlights that can be multiplexed into any cabin, technical or recreation room. In addition to satisfying basic communication and crew welfare needs, GE Satcom's service offers a scalable platform for integrating critical fleet-management applications such as location tracking, eco-routing and performance monitoring to reduce operational costs for existing ships and new builds. The cost-effective, flat-rate service will cover major shipping lanes across Asia and Europe using Ku-band as the primary link, with the ability to automatically switch to L-Band as a back-up solution. As demand grows, GE Satcom will also have the ability to extend coverage across the Atlantic and Pacific.

By upgrading to Evolution, GE Satcom gains a cost-effective IP broadband communications platform that can support its new service with the reliability of always-on connectivity. Evolution offers a suite of integrated tools that are tailored for maritime customers to make deploying mobile networks simpler and more efficient. GE Satcom can segment bandwidth across multiple ships - even fleets – and prioritize allocation according to each vessel's dynamic requirements using iDirect's Group Quality of Service (GQoS) technology. Further, GE Satcom plans to utilize iDirect's Automatic Beam Switching (ABS) feature to ensure that customers maintain seamless connectivity as their vessels cross multiple satellite footprints, without needing an onboard technician to manually handle transitions between Ku-band beams.

"We chose iDirect because it is the most broadly deployed VSAT platform today across the growing ranks of broadband-enabled vessels, allowing fleet owners and crew to constantly optimize the cost of communications for ship operation and extended plug & play Internet, voice, and TV services. Evolution will provide us with a highly reliable platform for launching a commercial service in Europe and Asia and eventually expanding to a global service."

~ Ronny SVANG

President and CEO, GE Satcom

"The maritime market is experiencing high demand for reliable, flat-fee, always-on broadband connectivity to keep up with the bandwidth-intensive applications and recreational needs of today's vessel and crew. GE Satcom's affordable triple-play service addresses these needs, leveraging the iDirect platform's flexibility and integrated mobility feature set to help it attract new customers in this market."

~ Stephen TUNNICLIFFE

Regional Vice President, Europe, iDirect

GE Satcom provides advanced satellite communication solutions on a multi-regional scale. With access to over 30 satellites, GE Satcom owns two state-of-the-art teleport centers in Germany and Switzerland. Today, GE Satcom has successfully deployed around 10,000 VSAT sites in over 130 countries, providing turnkey satellite network solutions directly to enterprises, maritime operators, NGOs and government entities which require reliable access to the Internet, telephony, large data transmission and TV content applications from dispersed locations.

iDirect, a subsidiary of VT Systems, is transforming the way the world gets and stays connected. The company's satellite-based IP communications technology enables constant connectivity for voice, video and data applications in diverse and challenging environments. The iDirect Intelligent Platform™ integrates advanced technology into iDirect's portfolio of hubs, routers and network management software to address the growing complexity of deploying and managing global IP networks. With more than 15 years of global satellite communications experience, iDirect serves customers in over 50 countries through a diverse network of service provider partners, including seven of the World Teleport Association's Global Top Ten operators. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, iDirect has offices in Europe, Middle East, Africa and Latin America. In 2007, iDirect Government Technologies (iGT) was set up to drive adoption of its IP-based solutions in the US Government market. In 2008, iDirect Asia Pte Ltd was established in Singapore to enhance its value-add and responsiveness to customers in the Asia Pacific region. Please visit www.idirect.net.

VT Systems is a diversified company providing integrated engineering solutions to the commercial and government markets in the aerospace, electronics, land systems and marine sectors. VT Systems' innovative solutions, products and services include aircraft maintenance, repair and modification; software solutions in training and simulation; satellite-based IP communications technology; network solutions that integrate data, voice and video; rugged computers and computer peripheral equipment; specialized truck bodies and trailers; weapons and munitions systems; road construction equipment; and ship design and shipbuilding. Headquartered in Alexandria, Va., VT Systems operates globally and is a wholly owned subsidiary of ST Engineering. Please visit www.vt-systems.com.

SOURCE iDirect

First IBM Technology for Power-Management Chips Holds Promise for Breakthroughs in Alternative Energy
September 16, 2010

IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced innovative new chip-making technology for power-management semiconductors – the company's first foray into a segment seen as critical to the development of alternative energy sources, smart buildings and new consumer devices.

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IBM's process integrates wireless communications into a single power-management chip, a first that can cut production costs (about 20%) to allow chip designers and manufacturers to create a new class of semiconductors – ultra-small and affordable chips that control power usage while they communicate in real-time with systems used to monitor "smart" buildings, energy grids and transportation systems.

The main function of power-management chips is to optimize power usage and serve as bridges so electricity can flow uninterrupted among systems and electronics that require varying levels of current. They are key components used in solar panels, for example, and widely used in all industrial segments – automobiles, consumer electronics (digital televisions) and mobile communications (mobile phones).

By using the same chip-making process employed in computers and smart phones, CMOS-7HV can lower the costs of producing these chips while at the same time allowing for the integration of an unprecedented number of new functions – resulting in one chip where previously three or four were needed. Such advancements are critical to the rollout of smart systems where the ubiquity of cheap, single-chip sensors depends on affordable manufacturing technology.

The market for power-management (PM) semiconductors is about $31 billion in 2010, up a sizable 40 percent from 2009 and on track to double by 2014, according to iSuppli.(1) Fresh demand from alternative energy and consumer electronics manufacturers is driving much of the demand, although any device with a power supply, battery or power cord uses a power-management chip. Devices with power supplies are especially heavy users of electricity, drawing more than half of the global $30 billion power market through their wiring annually – 60% of it wasted, leaked, costing consumers $10 billion a year.(2) New semiconductor manufacturing technologies such as CMOS-7HV can help electronics makers sew up power leakages that will enable the use of smaller more powerful batteries.

Wispry, Irvine Calif., is a leading provider of wireless chips found in such devices as smart phones. "IBM's process pushes us closer to the holy grail of wireless -- connect any where, at any time," said Jeff Hilbert, president and co-founder. "By enabling more efficient power management in smart phones, IBM's technology opens up the possibility of using smaller, lighter batteries or needing less recharge time to provide the same amount of 'talk' time, video sharing or picture-snapping."

Breakthrough: integration that helps commercialize new energy

CMOS-7HV offers PM chip manufacturers the potential to speed the rollout of new classes of products and infrastructure. For example:

Alternative Energy – IBM's wireless PM technology can be used to create advanced power-optimizing chips located on individual solar panels to optimize electrical output of an entire array -- harvesting up to 57% of the power that is typically lost to real-world conditions such as dirty panels.(2)

Smart Buildings – Since buildings worldwide consume more than 40% of all the energy we use -- more than any other product or asset – the drive is on to retrofit them with new energy-monitoring technology that makes wide use of PM chips. With IBM technology these PM chips can get smaller and cheaper and can do away with costly and intrusive wiring, making energy-efficient retrofits an easier task for the average building owner, who can see up to a 50% improvement in efficiency. (3) Semiconductor technology such as CMOS-7HV will be key enablers of future "Zero Net" buildings – structures that operate pollution-free.

"This new process can be used to create new types of affordable wireless sensors, the kind needed to monitor and connect the smart systems coming on line in the next few years -- from alternative-energy products being developed by industrial firms to consumer companies looking to deliver mobile entertainment," said Michael J. Cadigan, general manager, IBM Microelectronics Division. "Integrating communications and power sensors on one chip cuts costs for the industry and is an example of our 'smart-planet' technology vision -- one that we back up with R&D."

IBM is rolling out the new chip-making process to manufacturers in the consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, digital media and alternative-energy segments. The company's semiconductor plant in Burlington Vt., will be the primary manufacturing location for the new technology. IBM is already accepting designs from customers and is scheduling full production for the first half of 2011.

IBM CMOS-7HV joins a growing list of state-of-the-art chip-making processes and services that IBM Microelectronic's foundry business offers to semiconductor and electronics manufacturers worldwide. IBM's Specialty Foundry technologies focus on improving the functionality and wireless connectivity of a wide range of consumer devices from smart phones to WiFi/WiMax-enabled notebooks, GPS devices, Zigbee devices and mobile TV. IBM Microelectronics Division offers a rich portfolio of custom solutions to accelerate clients' time-to-market needs, including world renowned silicon germanium technology, RFCMOS, power management technology, high-performance SOI, embedded DRAM, industry standard bulk CMOS and custom processors.

Technology Highlights of IBM CMOS-7HV

180nm lithography
Triple-gate oxide High Voltage CMOS technology including high-voltage FETS from 20 to 50V extendable to 120V
Shallow-trench isolation
150K circuit/mm2
RF features:
- Precision poly, diffusion and well resistors
- MIM capacitors, vertical natural capacitors for high voltage use
- Varactors
- HV Schottky Barrier Diode
- Inductors
Three to seven levels of Al including thick last metal
One-time programmable (OTP) Memory
Wire-bond or solder-bump terminals

(1) http://www.isuppli.com/Semiconductor-Value-Chain/News/Pages/Power-Management-Semiconductors-to-Enjoy-Unparalleled-Growth-This-Year.aspx

(2) From the May 2009 report, "Semiconductor Technologies; the Potential to Revolutionize U.S. Energy Productivity" by American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy and Semiconductor Industry Association. http://www.sia-online.org/galleries/Publications/ACEEE_Report_2009.pdf

(3) http://www.ibm.com/smarterplanet/global/files/us__en_us__buildings__green_buildings.pdf

Contact:
Mike Corrado
914-766-4635
mcorrado@us.ibm.com

SOURCE IBM

Babylon Ltd. Releases the Advanced Babylon MAC v3 - Designed for Smooth Integration in Macintosh Work Environment Providing Translation in Over 75 Languages
September 16, 2010

Babylon Ltd., the world's leading provider of dictionary and translation software solutions, is proud to present the new version of Babylon for MAC. This 3rd version continues the lead of Babylon globally-known dictionary and translation software for MAC OS X.

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What's New in Babylon Mac v3?

Quick Look Plugin – 'Quick Look' gives you a sneak peek of content without ever opening it, providing instant preview translation in a small, elegant, adjustable and transparent window.
Menu Bar - Looking for a specific word, translation? Babylon Menu Bar saves you all the trouble.
Autocompletion – Babylon works to expand text as you type, making suggestions of complementary terms.

"We are witnessing the increasing demand for translation services, which is expressed by 100,000 new registered users a day," Oz Wilder, Product Manager.

"As a result of the growing Mac community and the request for Babylon's services, Babylon continues to identify the need for merging into the Mac OS X by leveraging its plugins. We improved the specially designed Babylon Mac v3 by adding the Quick Look, Menu Bar and more. We believe that MAC users will enjoy the new features and will find it useful in their day-to-day activity." continues Wilder.

"Our main goal continues to be developing additional 'click' support plugins. Our next free version update will support Chrome," concluded Wilder.

Babylon Mac v3 delivers results from 1,500 free online/offline dictionaries, glossaries and encyclopedias, including Wikipedia in over 25 languages and provides text translation between 33 languages - all in a single click. Babylon Mac v3 includes a built-in spell checker providing spelling suggestions and short definitions and enables localized user interface.

Babylon Mac v3 is available in a download version (for $129) from Babylon's Site www.babylon.com/mac or in a box (for $140) and also from major resellers and retail stores.

About Babylon Ltd.

Babylon.com is a publicly traded company that was founded in 1997. The company is a leading provider of language solutions such as online dictionary and translation software, language learning solutions, English writing enhancement and more. The Babylon.com user base exceeds 71 million desktop installations in more than 200 countries.

For more information about Babylon, visit www.babylon.com

Press contact:
Dalia Preisler
Babylon Ltd.
1-866-808-6361
Email: press@babylon.com

SOURCE Babylon Ltd

Door2Tour.com Launches 2011 Events Programme
September 15, 2010

Door2Tour.com has launched its range of popular events for 2011 with a selection of breaks available, incorporating flower shows, sporting events, concerts and exhibitions. The latest programme now includes trips to over 30 events throughout the UK alone, offering traditional events like the Edinburgh Tattoo, Chelsea Flower Show and Wimbledon among newcomers like the NBA Basketball, National Brass Band Championships, Cirque du Soleil and Barry Manilow in concert.

Fresh from a hugely successful year for events where sales were up 37% on 2009, and with sales for events next year already well in advance of this time last year, the coach holidays consolidator is predicting that 2011 will be another hugely successful year for event coach trips sales.

While many passengers during 2009/10 were left disappointed because they had left it too late to secure their places, in contrast, for 2010/11, Door2Tour.com has already taken bookings for events such as The Grand National, Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Ascot Ladies Day and Wimbledon, which all begin from April 2011 onwards. Based on past experience, there is also likely to be significant interest in tour packages to see the live tours for Strictly Come Dancing and The X Factor once the TV series have finished and the winners have been announced.

Year to date sales for many of the top events have shown a significant increase, with an increase of 298% for tours to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships on 2009. Interest in tickets for the Edinburgh Military Tattoo for 2011 increased dramatically once the 2010 dates were over, resulting in a sales increase of 124% compared to 2009. Tours to Ascot Ladies Day and the Chelsea Flower Show for 2011 are also proving to be extremely popular with sale increases of 195% and 102% respectively.

Kate Glanfield, Web Manager of Door2Tour.com, said: "Despite this year's revenue for European tours and theatre breaks either decreasing or staying level on 2009, event sales have shown a healthy increase and the year's not even out yet. Events tours generally offer great value for money, but as consumers are now having to plan their holiday spend carefully, it makes sense that they're choosing to do things they've always wanted to tick off the list, whether that be witnessing the Edinburgh Tattoo or getting glammed up with the girls for Ladies Day at Ascot."

Door2Tour.com is certainly bucking the trend through booming sales - general sales were up 123% in July compared to 2009. Despite the current economic environment, people are still looking to get away for a short break and event coach trips are perfect for this. Those booking events via Door2Tour.com will find great value packages that include: overnight accommodation with breakfast in a good quality hotel, ticket to the event, all return coach travel as well as transfers between venue and hotel. Some packages are also available as self-drive options.

Kate concluded: "With next year's events now on sale and huge interest already, we're anticipating another strong year."

Autumn events for 2010 also remain popular with visitors to the Door2Tour.com website with many booking tour packages to see the Prix de L'Arc Races in Paris, the Cheltenham Race Festival, ATP World Tour Finals, The Clothes Show, Birmingham Military Tattoo and not forgetting the many firework displays such as the Rhine In Flames and Disney Bonfire Spectacular.

About Door2Tour.com:

Door2Tour.com is a consolidation of national and regional tour operators creating a diverse choice of UK, European and worldwide touring holidays including new year breaks and Christmas breaks 2010, day trips cruises and holidays by air to many exciting destinations. All have live availability and offer the customer the opportunity to book online, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

PR contact:
Rachel Jones
14 New Hythe Lane
Larkfield
Aylesford
Kent
ME20 6AB
UK
01732 879138
www.door2tour.com

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China GengSheng Minerals Launches Fine Precision Abrasives
September 15, 2010

China GengSheng Minerals, Inc. (AMEX: CHGS), a leading China-based high-tech industrial materials manufacturer producing heat resistant, energy efficient materials for a variety of industrial applications, today announced that the Company has commercially launched its fine precision abrasive product, and has begun shipping product under its first three supply contracts. These initial sales are to companies in solar-related industries. Shipments to these customers commenced in August 2010 and are expected to continue through the fourth quarter. The contracts carry a total value of approximately $500,000, with $150,000 being realized in the third quarter of 2010.

Fine precision abrasives, made from green silicon carbide ("SiC"), are ultra-fine, high-strength pellets with uniform shape, designed for use in surface polishing and precision slicing of solar panels. China GengSheng's design capacity is 20,000 metric tons annually.

"The launch of our fine precision abrasives product represents a significant milestone for China GengSheng Minerals, as it expands our reach into important new markets," said Mr. Shunqing Zhang, China GengSheng's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, "The initial focus of our sales efforts will be on the solar industry and related sectors, as we believe these markets present the greatest near-term growth potential. In the longer term, we plan to expand our fine precision abrasives product family to include applications in surface polishing, which will address the needs of industries such as semiconductors, electronics and industrial equipment."

"Our strong IP portfolio and concerted R&D effort in fine precision abrasives provide China GengSheng Minerals a significant competitive advantage in an area that we believe presents a tremendous growth opportunity for the Company as the market begins to mature. Fine precision abrasives enjoy higher margins than our core refractories and fracture proppant products, and we are confident in our ability to compete in this sizeable market," Mr. Zhang concluded.

About China GengSheng Minerals, Inc.

China GengSheng Minerals, Inc. ("GengSheng") develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of high-tech industrial material products, including monolithic refractories, industrial ceramics and fracture proppants. A market leader offering customized solutions, GengSheng sells its products primarily to the iron-and-steel industry as heat-resistant components for steel-making furnaces, industrial kilns and other high-temperature vessels to guarantee and improve the productivity of those expensive pieces of equipment while reducing their consumption of energy. Founded in 1986 and based in China's Henan province, GengSheng currently has over 200 customers in the iron, steel, oil, glass, cement, aluminum and chemical businesses located in China and other countries. GengSheng conducts business through GengSheng International Corporation, a British Virgin Islands company, and its Chinese subsidiaries, which are Henan GengSheng Refractories Co., Ltd., Zhengzhou Duesail Fracture Proppant Co., Ltd., Henan GengSheng Micronized Powder Materials Co., Ltd, Guizhou SouthEast Prefecture Co., Ltd., GengSheng New Materials Co., Ltd, and Henan GengSheng High Temperature Materials Co., Ltd.

For more information about the Company, please visit http://www.gengsheng.com .

To be added to the Company's email distribution for future press releases, please send your request to gengsheng@tpg-ir.com .

Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This filing contains statements that are forward-looking within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements are only predictions and are not guarantees of future performance. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are and will be, as the case may be, subject to many risks, uncertainties, certain assumptions and factors relating to the operations and business environments of China GengSheng Minerals, Inc. and its subsidiaries that may cause the actual results of the companies to be materially different from any future results expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. Although China GengSheng Minerals, Inc. believes that the expectations and assumptions reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable based on information currently available to its management, China GengSheng Minerals, Inc. cannot guarantee future results or events. China GengSheng Minerals, Inc. expressly disclaims a duty to update any of the forward-looking statement

    For more information, please contact:

    The Piacente Group, Inc.
     Investor Relations
     Brandi Floberg or Lee Roth
     Tel:   +1-212-481-2050
     Email: gengsheng@tpg-ir.com

    China Gengsheng Minerals, Inc.
     Investor Relations
     Mr. Shuai Zhang
     Email: gszs@gengsheng.com
     Tel:   +86-135-2551-0415

SOURCE China GengSheng Minerals, Inc.

iCrossing Launches Connected Social Media Campaign for Ashley Furniture HomeStore
September 15, 2010

iCrossing (http://news.icrossing.com), a global digital marketing agency, today announced that it launched a connected social media campaign for Ashley Furniture HomeStore (http://www.ashleyfurniturehomestore.com), a top furniture retailer.

As part of Ashley's social media push, iCrossing developed an Ashley Furniture HomeStore Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/AshleyFurnitureHomeStore) and corporate Twitter channel (http://www.twitter.com/AshleyHomeStore), offering consumers more ways to connect with the company online. Now, customers can browse the latest styles in furniture, receive design 'tips of the week', discover creative decorating ideas and stay up-to-date on the company's current promotions, special offers, community events, news, store locations, philanthropic work and more.

Ashley Furniture HomeStore is also using its social media presence to raise funds for City of Hope, a cutting-edge research and treatment facility for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. For every "Like" the Facebook Page receives by September 20, 2010, a $0.25 donation will be made to the City of Hope, up to $10,000.

"We are able to better connect with consumers online by engaging them in social spaces such as Facebook and Twitter," said John Disa, President of Ashley Furniture HomeStores. "Now, we will be able to collaborate with our customers on new ideas for promotions, community events and charity fundraising."

As digital agency of record, iCrossing is helping Ashley Furniture HomeStore become a connected brand by combining a complete range of digital strategies and tactics, including search engine optimization (SEO), paid search, creative development, display advertising and social media.

"People expect to interact with brands in a variety of ways, both online and off," said Adam Lavelle, chief strategy officer, iCrossing. "Ashley Furniture HomeStore understands the value of being visible where its customers are, and engaged with them in ways they want, ultimately creating stronger connections over time."

About iCrossing

iCrossing is a global digital marketing agency that combines talent and technology to help world-class brands find and connect with their customers. The company blends best-in-class digital marketing services — including paid search, search engine optimization, Web development, social media, mobile, research and analytics — to create integrated digital marketing programs that engage consumers and drive ROI. iCrossing's client base includes such recognized brands as Epson America, Toyota, Travelocity and 40 Fortune 500 companies, including The Coca-Cola Company and Office Depot. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., the company has 600 employees in 12 offices in the U.S. and Europe. iCrossing is a unit of Hearst Corporation, one of the nation's largest diversified media companies. For more information, please visit www.icrossing.com.

About Ashley Furniture HomeStore

Ashley Furniture HomeStore, a top furniture retailer in the United States, delivers quality, affordable furniture to customers at more than 425 independently owned and operated locations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Japan. Ashley Furniture HomeStore is an exclusive provider of furniture from Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc., the largest furniture manufacturer in the United States. For more information about Ashley Furniture HomeStore, visit http://www.ashleyfurniturehomestore.com.

CONTACT: DANA MELLECKER, PH: 646.435.4456

SOURCE iCrossing

Health In Reach, Inc. Launches New Service at DEMO Fall 2010 to Make Health Care More Accessible, Affordable
September 15, 2010

DEMO Fall 2010 -- To address the skyrocketing costs of out-of–pocket medical expenses, Health In Reach, Inc. today announced a new Internet-based service to make health care more accessible and affordable. The new community, launched today at www.HealthInReach.com, allows patients to find quality doctors, schedule appointments online, communicate securely, and receive pre-negotiated price discounts.

"Health In Reach is providing consumers with an exciting and innovative way to access quality health care," said Matt Marshall, executive producer of DEMO. "As health care costs continue to rise, Health In Reach makes medical care more affordable, with less hassle."

Health In Reach combines a comprehensive database of licensed doctors with its DocRank™ system to find those that best match a patient's criteria. Once there's a match, Health In Reach users can easily schedule appointments, receive electronic appointment reminders, get pre-negotiated discounts on fees and complete their medical history forms before they arrive at the doctor's office.

After an appointment, Health In Reach enables patients to get test results online, communicate electronically with doctors and their offices via secure messaging and conveniently track out-of-pocket spending.

"With Health In Reach, there are no more surprise medical bills, uncertainty about where to turn when looking for a new doctor, or delays scheduling appointments," said Scott Sangster, founder and CEO of Health In Reach. "We're helping to create healthier patients by providing consumers with everything they need to get better care at reduced costs."

About DEMO

Produced by the IDG Enterprise events group, the worldwide DEMO conferences focus on emerging technologies and new products innovations, which are hand selected from across the spectrum of the technology marketplace. The DEMO conferences have earned their reputation for consistently identifying cutting-edge technologies and helping entrepreneurs secure venture funding and establish critical business. For more information on the DEMO conferences, visit http://www.demo.com/.

About Health In Reach, Inc.

Health In Reach is an Internet-based service that makes access to quality health care easy and affordable. The company is located in Los Angeles. For more information visit www.HealthInReach.com.

SOURCE Health In Reach

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Nokia Announces Powerful Family of Smartphones and Ovi Services at Nokia World Showcase_ Vision of Location-Based Future Brought to Life
September 15, 2010

At Nokia World, the destination for people passionate about mobility, Nokia (NYSE: NOK) today announced a family of smartphones powered by the all new Symbian platform which brings significant enhancements in speed and ease of use. The new devices, which are tightly integrated with enhanced Ovi services and apps, reinforce Nokia's vision of a mobile industry that is increasingly being defined by socially connected, location-based devices and experiences.

    Highlights include:

    - Three new smartphones, Nokia E7, Nokia C7 and Nokia C6, which join the
      previously announced Nokia N8 to form a family of Symbian products.

    - The latest version of the Symbian platform brings more than 250 new
      features and improvements and retains the familiarity enjoyed by
      millions of smartphone users worldwide;

    - Showcase of the Nokia N8, the ultimate entertainment
      smartphone and world's best cameraphone;

    - Availability of a richer Ovi Store experience - starting with the Nokia
      N8 - that includes a friendlier look and feel, and more popular and
      unique apps and games;

    - The latest beta release of free Ovi Maps with new pedestrian and
      motorist features.

"Today our fight back to smartphone leadership shifts into high gear," said Niklas Savander, Executive Vice President, Markets, Nokia. "Despite new competition, Symbian remains the most widely used smartphone platform in the world. Our new family of smartphones introduced today feature the all-new Symbian OS, rewritten to be faster, easier to use, more efficient and more developer friendly." Savander also commented on the high level of anticipation for the Nokia N8. "Based on the level of consumer interest and the highest online pre-orders in Nokia history, we expect big things from the Nokia N8."

A smartphone for everyone...

In addition to the Nokia N8, the new family of faster, more intuitive Symbian smartphones includes:

Nokia E7 - the ultimate business smartphone. With Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync on board, the Nokia E7 provides direct, real-time and secure access to corporate email inboxes and other personal applications. Equipped with a 4-inch touchscreen display featuring Nokia ClearBlack technology for improved outdoor visibility and a full keyboard, business users will find the Nokia E7 is the perfect shape and size to work on documents, review spreadsheets, or read and edit slides. For corporate peace of mind, a combination of business grade security solutions is available. Estimated retail price is EUR 495, excluding taxes and subsidies.

Nokia C7 - beautifully crafted, sleek social networking smartphone. Get live updates from social networks such as Facebook and Twitter and keep track of new email from your Yahoo! or Gmail accounts directly on the homescreen. The Nokia C7 features a 3.5-inch AMOLED display and a stunning combination of stainless steel, glass and soft edges. Estimated retail price is EUR 335, excluding taxes and subsidies.

Nokia C6 - the small and stylish smartphone. Sporting a 3.2-inch AMOLED display with full touch capabilities and Nokia ClearBlack technology for improved outdoor visibility, the latest Nokia C6 (C6-01) features the best of social networking and mobile entertainment in a stainless steel and glass design. Stay connected to email, access millions of tracks through Ovi Music, and download apps and games from the Ovi Store. Estimated retail price is EUR 260, excluding taxes and subsidies.

As a smartphone family, the Nokia N8, Nokia E7, Nokia C7, Nokia C6 share several similarities. All are built on the new version of Symbian, the world's most popular smartphone platform. It strikes a balance of innovation and intuition offering a variety of improvements and features such as support for multiple homescreens, visual multitasking, gesture-based interactions and a noticeable reduction in prompts -- all while presenting a familiarity that means millions of people can pick up one of Nokia's new smartphones and instantly know how to use it. People will also discover free Ovi Maps, access to Ovi Store, messaging, social networking and other experiences that come standard across all of these smartphones.

The Nokia E7, Nokia C7 and Nokia C6 are all expected to begin shipping before the end of the year.

...with content for everyone

The new family of Symbian smartphones will include a completely updated Ovi Store experience. The new store experience is driven by a friendlier user interface and a new collections feature to quickly access popular apps and games available now, or soon, such as foursquare, Angry Birds, Need for Speed Shift and Real Golf 2011. Additionally, Ovi Store will continue to offer exclusive apps including Audiotube, Tesco and others along with favorites such as Fring, Shazam, and Asphalt 5.

For developers, the uniform Symbian platform together with the Qt development environment enables easy smartphone application creation and extensive reach.

A mobile world centered on where you are Free access to Ovi Maps, the world's most comprehensive walk and drive navigation, to Nokia smartphones was only the start. With the latest beta release of Ovi Maps, available for download today, people will benefit from new features and even greater map detail. Ovi Maps beta adds visibility to subways, trams and trains in 85 cities around the world, real-time traffic, safety alerts in or out of navigation mode, visibility to parking and petrol stations, and speed limit warnings. In addition, people can use the improved search capabilities and share their location immediately via text messages or email to other browser-enabled phones.

New gear for on-the-go

Nokia also showcased the Nokia Bluetooth Stereo Headset BH-905i offering an improved audio experience with active noise cancellation and a collection of five unique new Bluetooth headsets designed for a variety of needs, including hands-free multitasking, talking and navigating in the car with voice guidance.

Please visit http://www.nokia.com/press for press materials, including photos and product information. For more information on Nokia World 2010, please visit: http://events.nokia.com/nokiaworld.

About Nokia

At Nokia, we are committed to connecting people. We combine advanced technology with personalized services that enable people to stay close to what matters to them. Every day, more than 1.3 billion people connect to one another with a Nokia device - from mobile phones to advanced smartphones and high-performance mobile computers. Today, Nokia is integrating its devices with innovative services through Ovi (http://www.ovi.com), including music, maps, apps, email and more. Nokia's NAVTEQ is a leader in comprehensive digital mapping and navigation services, while Nokia Siemens Networks provides equipment, services and solutions for communications networks globally.

http://www.nokia.com

SOURCE Nokia Corporation

Norgen Biotek Corp. Launches a Novel kit to Collect, Concentrate, Preserve and Isolate DNA, RNA, microRNA and proteins from Urine Specimens
September 15, 2010

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Norgen Biotek Corp. Launches a Novel kit to Collect, Concentrate, Preserve and Isolate DNA, RNA, microRNA and proteins from Urine Specimens

THOROLD, ON, Sept. 14 /PRNewswire/ - Norgen Biotek Corp, a privately held Canadian biotechnology company focusing principally on advancing a powerful proprietary technology for application in sample preparation for nucleic acid (DNA, RNA and microRNA) and protein purification, today announced the expansion of its basket of urine-based sample preparation products by launching 3 new urine concentration, preservation and isolation kits. With the launch of these novel kits Norgen now has the largest basket of kits to preserve, concentrate and purify macromolecules such as DNA, RNA, microRNA, proteins, exfoliated cells and microorganisms from less than 1 ml up to 30 ml of urine for the use in diagnostics and biomarker discovery research.

These kits provide a fast, robust, reliable and simple method for urine collection, concentration, preservation as well as isolation of high quality urine DNA, RNA, microRNA and proteins for a variety of applications such as PCR, RT-PCR, qPCR, qRT-PCR, microarrays, etc. The kits contain a Urine Concentration and Preservation Device which allows for rapid and simple urine concentration without the use of centrifugation, as well as preservation of DNA/RNA/proteins in urine samples at ambient temperature. This simplifies the transportation of specimens from the clinic or field (resource limited areas) to the lab, as there is no requirement for refrigeration or freezing. The urine DNA, RNA and proteins in preserved samples are stable for a year at room temperature. The provided Urine Preservative also prevents the growth of bacteria and fungi and inactivates viruses, thus collected urine specimens can be safely shipped concentrated (50X) at ambient temperature.

A unique feature of this Urine Concentration and Preservation Device is that it also allows for the isolation of DNA, RNA, miRNA, proteins without the use of centrifugation and therefore can be used in the field in a resource limited setting. The ability to easily concentrate and ship urine at room temperature is especially attractive for self administered urine specimen collection, concentration and preservation. The availability of this device will make it possible to conduct various population studies, including studies on sexually transmitted infections.

We have also made our Urine Preservative available to researchers in both liquid format and dried format in various sized tubes to allow the collection of urine in any amount suitable for any assay. This will enable customers to have a one stop shop for all urine preservation and transport.

"Our mission is to bring to market innovative Best-in-Class sample preparation kits that can be used in research as well as in diagnostic applications. Indeed, we have been diligently working on adopting these cutting edge sample preparation tools to develop First-In-Class non-invasive point-of-care diagnostic kits" Said Dr. Yousef Haj-Ahmad, President & CEO of Norgen Biotek.

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Norgen Biotek is a rapidly growing privately-held Canadian biotechnology company specialized in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of a variety of commercial products derived from its proprietary technology. Currently, this technology is used in protein, RNA and DNA purification and clean-up kits. Norgen is also bundling its sample preparation technology into the diagnostic kits. Additional information is available on the company's website: www.norgenbiotek.com.

DNA, RNA, microRNA, Proteins, Exfoliated Cells and Microorganism

SOURCE Norgen Biotek Corp.

New Green Minor for Major Change
September 14, 2010

Arizona State University (ASU) has launched a new minor in sustainability that can complement a student's major in another academic discipline. This unique 18 credit hour program enables undergraduate students to explore the challenges of sustainability and learn what determines the sustainability of human institutions, organizations, cultures, and technologies in different environments at the local, national, and international levels.

The minor offered this fall, 2010, marks a milestone for ASU's initiative to make sustainability education and practices university-wide across all four campuses.

The minor is available for undergraduate students in all major programs that do not already offer a sustainability minor or concentration. The series of courses will introduce sustainability principles and explain how sustainability relates to various academic disciplines and professional fields. In addition to two new courses on sustainability principles, students will be required to take courses that touch on two of four themes: Earth Systems; Human Transformation of the Earth; Coupled Human-Environment Systems; and Social, Political, and Economic Treatment of Natural Resources and Environment.

"The demand already exists for sustainability education. The minor allows students unable to commit to a sustainability major to apply sustainability principles and practices to their own field of study," says Chris Boone, associate dean of education for the School of Sustainability. "An increasing number of companies and agencies ask for students with a sustainability background, and the minor in sustainability is designed to offer a path for students to create their own jobs in the area of sustainability," Boone said.

Sustainability is a core educational principle at ASU and courses offered under this minor will continue to develop and grow. One currently underway is Advanced Concepts and Integrated Approaches in Sustainability. This course will connect students with outside professionals, providing students with multiple perspectives and real world learning experiences.

"The sustainability minor is a university-wide minor, meaning that it is owned by the university and not by one particular department. Students can receive advising from the department of their current major," says Lisa Murphy, program development specialist for the School of Sustainability. "Advisors across the university will be equipped to answer questions and add the sustainability minor to their student's plan of study."

"The multi-disciplinary nature of ASU's minor in sustainability is very appealing to students and enrollment is predicted to eventually reach the thousands," Boone added.

Arizona State University has been ranked 81st in the top 100 universities in the world by the Institute of Higher Education, Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Further, ASU has been named one of the country's best institutions for undergraduate education, according to The Princeton Review in its 2011 annual college guide, "The Best 373 Colleges." ASU also made the "Green Honor Roll," rating as one of the nation's 18 "greenest" universities, and is named among the top 120 Best Western Colleges.

For more information about the sustainability minor visit: http://schoolofsustainability.asu.edu/minor-in-sustainability

About ASU's School of Sustainability

Established in 2007, the School of Sustainability brings together multiple disciplines and leaders to create and share knowledge, train a new generation of scholars and practitioners, and develop practical solutions to the most pressing environmental, economic, and social challenges of sustainability – especially as they relate to urban areas. For more information visit the School of Sustainability at http://schoolofsustainability.asu.edu

About ASU's Global Institute of Sustainability

The Global Institute of Sustainability is the hub of ASU's sustainability initiatives. The Institute advances research, education, and business practices for an urbanizing world. Its School of Sustainability, the first of its kind in the U.S., offers transdisciplinary degree programs that advance practical solutions to environmental, economic, and social challenges. For more information visit the Global Institute of Sustainability at http://sustainability.asu.edu

SOURCE Global Institute of Sustainability

Laptop Entertainment, Supersized to the TV
September 14, 2010

Veebeam, a wireless company dedicated to bringing Internet video content to every TV, has announced today at the DEMO Fall 2010 conference in Santa Clara, a revolutionary 1080p HD media player named Veebeam that offers the easiest, most affordable, way to wirelessly stream anything from your laptop to your TV. Internet-delivered movies, sports websites, photos and more can now be shared on any HDTV.

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"Veebeam is the only product on the market that doesn't pre-define the viewer's experience. It is what we like to define as 'content agnostic' - anything from the Internet can be viewed on the TV. The market interest has been incredible – Veebeam is going to enhance home entertainment, and help people to make the most of the Internet," said Andrew Vought, Veebeam CEO.

In a world where individuals use the Internet on a daily basis to access endless entertainment options but are limited by the small screen and weak speakers of a laptop, Veebeam gives every broadband consumer the freedom to share their favorite content with others directly on their TV's big screen. No other product on the market offers an equivalent high-quality experience at such an affordable price, enabling the consumer to maximize the investment in their laptop without replacing their current TV.

In order to address consumer need, Veebeam is built to allow users to play any TV shows and movies from popular streaming sites without restrictions. Aside from being content agnostic, the device is also built on industry standard technology and works on most modern PCs and Macs. The key features are:

Easy to use – Just plug the Veebeam antenna into a laptop's USB port and it begins streaming the desktop to the TV. Depending on what's being viewed, users can switch between the 'Screencasting' mode, best for sharing websites or photos, and the 'Play-To' mode, to enjoy highest video quality and the ability to multi-task.
Affordable – Starting at $99 USD/99 GBP/109 EUR, Veebeam lets users make the most of their existing HDTV and laptop.
Looks great – Veebeam outputs up to 1080p video. Digital media files have never looked better on an HDTV.
Compatible – Veebeam software works on laptops running Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Mac OSX 10.5 & 10.6.
Plays anything – If a PC can play it, Veebeam can play it on a TV – anything from TV shows and movies streamed on Hulu, BBC iPlayer, and YouTube, to downloaded video and personal photos.
Secure wireless USB – Veebeam creates a secure point-to-point wireless connection between a laptop and a TV. Wireless USB is more powerful than traditional WiFi because it offers more bandwidth, better security and less interference in an in-room environment.

Veebeam can be ordered starting today through the company's three online stores (US, UK, Europe) which are accessible through www.veebeam.com. The product is available in two versions, Veebeam SD and Veebeam HD. Veebeam HD includes the same composite A/V outputs as the Veebeam SD but also includes HDMI, Digital Audio and 2 USB ports.

Availability and Pricing

Veebeam is available in the United States, United Kingdom and Europe from the company's website (www.veebeam.com), and soon on Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk

Veebeam SD | $99 USD, 99 GBP (VAT included) & 109 EUR (VAT included)
Veebeam HD | $139 USD, 139 GBP (VAT included) & 149 EUR (VAT included)

For further information: www.veebeam.com

ABOUT VEEBEAM

Veebeam, Inc., is dedicated to bringing Internet video content to every TV. The company was created by the 2008 merger of Staccato Communications (San Diego, CA) and Artimi (Cambridge, UK), and has offices in Burlingame (CA), Cambridge (UK), and Bangalore (IN). Veebeam, Inc. is privately held and venture backed by several leading technology investors including Amadeus Capital Partners, Intel Capital, Oak Investment Partners, and Vision.

The Veebeam team includes industry veterans with vast experience in bringing to market a wide array of consumer hardware - including wired and wireless Internet connectivity products. CEO Andy Vought is a 30-year veteran of semiconductor and technology companies, with a track record of building market leading businesses and successful teams.

About DEMO

Produced by the IDG Enterprise events group, the worldwide DEMO conferences focus on emerging technologies and new products innovations, which are hand selected from across the spectrum of the technology marketplace. The DEMO conferences have earned their reputation for consistently identifying cutting-edge technologies and helping entrepreneurs secure venture funding and establish critical business For more information on the DEMO conferences, visit http://www.demo.com/.

SOURCE Veebeam

Communities In Schools of Nevada Puts the 'Cause' in Santa Claus
September 14, 2010

This Holiday Season, don't get caught in the shopping crunch. Instead, give someone a gift that matters — like providing a child with a new pair of shoes so they can run and play or a new pair of glasses so that they can see and learn. This holiday season, shoppers can reconnect with the true meaning of the season by sending Gifts of Hope cards from Communities In Schools of Nevada to their clients, friends and family.

For each gift you purchase, Communities In Schools of Nevada sends you a beautiful greeting card with a description of the initiative your donation supports as well as a space for a personal message from you. Your gift will bring hope to a child in need. Your donation will support a variety of initiatives lead in our state by Communities In Schools of Nevada. You can choose from a wide variety of price points.

Your gift can help support our initiatives to help keep kids in schools in Nevada.

$10 is the cost of a new pair of shoes to help a child run and play
$25 is the cost a new school uniform to help a child keep warm
$50 is the cost of a new pair of glasses to help a child see and learn
$100 is the cost of food for the weekend for three months so a child doesn't go hungry

A Gifts of Hope card is the perfect way to show your commitment to our community and its future. And best of all, your Gifts are tax deductible. "During this tough economic time, children in our community have never had a greater need for basic services," said Louise Helton, Communities In Schools of Nevada State Director. "Our Gifts of Hope allow people to turn gift giving into a way that gives back to the community and helps keep kids in school and prepare for life," she added.

Communities In Schools' Gifts of Hope are perfect for the person who has everything. Or buy a card pack and keep them on-hand for great last-minute gifts. Your clients, colleagues and loved ones will appreciate this meaningful gift above all others. Nothing spreads holiday cheer more than making a difference in the life of a child.

Ordering your Gifts of Hope cards is easy. Call (702)770-7611 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm PDT Monday through Friday to place your order. Or visit the website at www.cisnevada.org to purchase the cards online.

About Communities In Schools of Nevada: Communities In Schools surrounds students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. Through a school-based coordinator, Communities In Schools connects students and their families to critical community resources, tailored to local needs. Working in more than 3,200 schools, in the most challenged communities, in 26 states, and the District of Columbia, Communities In Schools serves nearly 1.4 million young people and their families every year. Communities In Schools has become the nation's leading dropout prevention organization, and the only one proven to both decrease dropout rates and increase graduation rates.

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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Photographer Brian Lanker Turns Image Archives into Profits with the Epson Perfection V750-M Pro Scanner
September 14, 2010

When Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Brian Lanker receives requests for images shot on film, he feels confident about going into his archives, scanning the originals and even creating exhibition prints from high quality scans. That wasn't always the case, however, until he discovered the Epson Perfection® V750-M Pro scanner.

The challenge was to recreate the same high image quality in those original chromes and negatives in a digital format at a reasonable cost. Taking chrome or negatives to an outside lab for drum scans is well over $100 for each individual scan, making it cost prohibitive to scan in any quantity. "We've been looking for a way to open those archives and tap into a revenue base that's just sitting there doing nothing, and could be making money for us," said Lanker.

On a colleague's suggestion, Lanker tried the Epson Perfection V750-M Pro scanner and found that he could produce drum-quality scans rivaling the results of commercial lab scanners that cost tens of thousands of dollars. "I was frankly surprised that we could get that high level of image quality in-house using a flatbed scanner priced at less than $900," said Lanker. "The scanner essentially paid for itself after only a few scans. In addition, we no longer have to worry about our originals being damaged or lost because we do everything here."

With its Dual Lens System®, the scanner allows super-resolution (6400 dpi) scanning for 35mm, 6x22cm medium format and 4x5" film, and high-resolution (4800 dpi) scanning for transparency proof sheets and reflective scanning. Lanker just selects the resolution, and the lens carriage automatically moves the right lens into place. He can also batch scan multiple slides, negatives and medium-format film using convenient film holders that are supplied with the scanner.

Also, with a measured Dmax of 4.0, the Epson Perfection V750-M Pro produces film scans that meet Lanker's high expectations for gray scale and dynamic range, especially as compared to his original negatives.

As a freelance photographer, Lanker found that clients would often lose track of film at the end of assignments, or they were often scratched when returned to the studio (especially with black-and-white film). Using the scanner's fluid mount accessory, he is able to dramatically reduce scratches and other imperfections from black-and-white film. Built-in Digital ICE® technology also automatically removes scratches and dust spots on color film, plus surface defects from color negatives, positives and prints.

"I have so much material that I've tried to scan over the years or avoided scanning because it was too expensive, or the quality wasn't good," said Lanker.

These days, when Lanker converts a negative, slide or print into a digital file with the Epson Perfection V750-M Pro, the image reflects the high quality of his work and has become a true income generator. For more information, please see Brian Lanker's story on video, the Epson Perfection V750-M Pro fact sheet, or visit www.Epson.com.

About Epson America, Inc.

Epson America, Inc. is a leading provider of an extensive range of printers, 3LCD projectors, scanners and point-of-service printers that are renowned for their high quality, functionality, innovation and energy efficiency. Epson America is a U.S. affiliate of Seiko Epson Corporation, which employs more than 70,000 people in 106 countries around the world. Seiko Epson is committed to its ongoing contributions to the global environment and for the second year in a row has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, an indicator for leading companies in economic, environmental and social criteria. To learn more about Epson America, please visit: www.Epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/EpsonAmerica), Twitter (http://twitter.com/EpsonAmerica) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/EpsonTV).

Note: Epson and Dual Lens Systems are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Perfection is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc. Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other product brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these trademarks.

SOURCE Epson America, Inc.

New SMART PUP All Natural Smoothie Treats Deliver More Absorbable Doses of Functional Ingredients to Help Maintain Your Dog's Optimal Health
September 14, 2010

UBUNTU PET All Natural Remedies has introduced SMART PUP™ Smoothie Treats, a new breed of dog treats. SMART PUP treats have a unique peanut butter and banana flavor and are available in three formulations -- Hip & Joint, Skin & Coat and Digestive Health.

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Each version is fortified with meaningful amounts of key active ingredients to support your dog's optimal health, creating a treat that dogs love and that dog lovers can feel good about giving to their pets. The liquid version of ingredients used in SMART PUP are nearly 100 percent absorbable by dogs, versus only 10 to 20 percent absorption for the dry ingredients used in dry treats.

SMART PUP Hip & Joint provides 600mg of glucosamine and 50mg of chondroitin in each treat to promote optimal joint health. This version is great for dogs with arthritis and joint stiffness.

SMART PUP Skin & Coat has 600mg of Omega-3 and 1200mg of Omega-6 fatty acids in each treat to promote a shiny coat and healthy skin. This formulation promotes a sheen and luster for our pet's coat, while maintaining the skin's natural moisture. This version is great for dogs with skin allergies or rashes.

SMART PUP Digestive Health delivers a blend of probiotic cultures and prebiotic fiber that stimulates the good bacteria in your pup's intestinal tract -- aiding digestion and nutrient absorption as well as supporting your dog's immune system. Great for dogs with an upset stomach, this version contains a touch of ginger that can help stimulate appetite in older or sick dogs.

SMART PUP Smoothie Treats can be served right from the cup, mixed with dry food, or frozen for a longer-lasting treat experience. SMART PUP treats need no refrigeration and are shelf stable up to 12 months. Each 3.5 ounce peanut butter and banana flavor treat is only about 100 calories, so SMART PUP is a guilt-free treat. SMART PUP All Natural Smoothie Treats are made in the USA, contain no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives and are free of corn, wheat and dairy.

SMART PUP is available in packages of four 3.5 ounce Smoothie Treats with a suggested retail price of $5.95. More information is available at www.smart-pup.com.

Media Contact:
Brooke Pettit
SMART PUP
800-860-5340
bpettit@ubuntupet.com

SOURCE UBUNTU PET All Natural Remedies

The HR in Healthcare Forum Taking Place in Bahrain
September 13, 2010

HR professionals are challenged with developing robust and next generation recruitment, retention and engagement practices to meet the growing healthcare sector which is estimated to be valued between $15 billion and $18bn and is expected to grow five-fold by 2025.

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The HR in Healthcare Forum (17 - 20 October 2010) brings together Chief Human Resources Directors, Heads of HR and their unit supervisors to focus on topics of both strategic and practical interest in overcoming the staffing shortage - recruitment, retention, engagement, pay for performance, measuring performance and practices for solid induction programmes.

The event brings together some of the best hospitals in the region who are strategic in how they envision the healthcare staffing shortages and their stances to overcome this challenge. Attendees will gather to interact with healthcare staffing industry leaders and gather best practices on specific strategies that are integral to ensuring these challenges are addressed.

Confirmed speakers from Sheikh Khalifa Hospital, Apollo Hospital Group, Sanofi Aventis, King Fahad Military Complex, Clemenceau Medical Centre, International Hospital of Bahrain consider this event their must-attend event of the year.

"We are proud that we can work with so many public and private healthcare providers to create valuable discussions on medical staff shortages. Its really great to see that this challenge is being embraced by individuals who are forging ahead and trying to overcome recruitment, retention and performance management challenges to create a better quality of service across private and public hospitals," Mbali Dlamini, Conference Director, HR Healthcare Forum.

This event presents 20 speakers from all over the region and is supported by the Ministry of Health in Bahrain; there has never been a more opportune time to put healthcare staffing challenges forward.

About HR in Healthcare

The HR in Healthcare Forum is a platform for HR professionals to discuss how they are developing robust programs that achieve cost saving initiatives and promote the adoption of unified healthcare IT systems with human resource processes. They will present recruitment and retention best practices and show you techniques on how to engage your employees in incentive programmes to encourage greater accountability toward patient care.

IQPC provides business executives around the world with tailored practical conferences, large scale events, topical seminars and in-house training programmes, keeping them up-to-date with industry trends and the regulatory landscape. IQPC's large scale conferences are market leading "must attend" events for their respective industries. IQPC produces more than 1,500 events annually around the world, and continues to grow. Founded in 1973, IQPC now has offices in major cities across six continents, including: Berlin, Dubai, Johannesburg, London, Madrid, New York, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Sydney and Toronto. IQPC leverages on global research base of best practices to produce an unrivalled portfolio of conferences. For more information, visit http://www.iqpc.com

Further information may be obtained at http://www.hrhealthcaremena.com or by contacting Michele Petiza, Marketing Manager, IQPC, at +971-4-364-2975 or enquiry@iqpc.ae.

SOURCE IQPC Middle East

Tisdale Towing and U-Haul Get Customers Moving Forward
September 13, 2010

Tracy and Pete Darmokid, owners of Tisdale Towing, located at Hwy. 3 West, recently added UHaul truck and trailer rentals to the towing business they have been operating since 2008.

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Families needing the finest in moving services now will have increased convenience and a shorter distance to travel when moving, which not only will make their move easier but also will have the positive effect of reducing the amount of carbon emissions released into the atmosphere. U-Haul partnering with business owners across North America to increase convenience for customers while helping our environment is just one of the programs that support U-Haul Company's Corporate Sustainability initiatives.

Tisdale Towing can now offer its customers a variety of moving equipment and supplies designed specifically for moving household furnishings, including moving vans, open trailers, closed trailers, furniture pads, appliance dollies, furniture dollies, tow dollies and auto transports.

"We decided to become U-Haul dealers so that we could provide products and services that would not otherwise be available," the Darmokids said.

"U-Haul is proud to be partnering with a quality independent business such as Tisdale Towing," stated Real Faucher, president, U-Haul Company of Central Canada. "Tracy and Pete are a great example of the type of successful business relationship UHaul has established in order to build and maintain a strong network of more than 15,000 independent dealers across North America."

For more information, or to rent your moving equipment today, call 306-873-0123. Business hours of operation are: Mon. – Sat. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

About U-Haul

U-Haul was founded by a Navy veteran who grew up in the Great Depression. Tires and gas were still rationed or in short supply during the late 1940s when U-Haul began serving U.S. customers. Today, that background is central to the U-Haul Sustainability Program: "Serving the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." Our commitment to reduce, reuse and recycle includes fuel efficient moving vans, neighborhood proximity, moving box reuse, moving pads made from discarded material and packing peanuts that are 100 percent biodegradable. Learn more about these facts and others at uhaul.com/sustainability.

Contact:
Joanne Fried
Kelie Hale
U-Haul Public Relations
(602) 263-6194
(602) 263-6772 fax

SOURCE U-Haul

Centerplate Adds Zest and Programs to Games at SunLife Stadium
September 13, 2010

Centerplate, the largest hospitality partner to North America's premier sports stadiums, convention centers and entertainment venues, including the Miami Dolphins, announced a series of new menu concepts, service improvements and special fan promotions for the 2010 National Football League Season at SunLife Stadium, along with its nine other NFL partner venues. Last season, Centerplate hosted more premier NFL events than any other hospitality company, including the NFL Divisional Playoffs, NFL Conference Championships, Pro Bowl 2010 and Super Bowl XLIV. The company opens up the new season with exciting menus, new fan promotions, and customer service programs.

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Menu Highlights

Fans will have several new concessions items to enjoy this season. Centerplate has introduced a new take on a tailgate favorite — the Walking Taco. Perfected by the company's chefs, features ground beef, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and jalapenos served directly in an actual Doritos bag for easy in-seat enjoyment.

Another classic football fan favorite receiving the Centerplate touch is the Bloody Mary. This season, Centerplate will be offering the 'Hail Mary Bloody Mary' served in a souvenir mason jar mug. The company will also be expanding its smoothie program, which it tested to great success last season, consisting of fresh-blended juice smoothies; and mixed beverages offered in collectible Mood Mix'R cups, which change color when cold.

These new items will be joined by additional signature dishes, new for this season:

The Cuban Dog: a foot long, all-beef hot dog smothered in roasted pork, melted Swiss cheese, sliced pickles and topped with traditional yellow mustard.

Orange Rush: exclusively available at Miami Dolphins games, the specialty beverage features top shelf vodka, fresh Florida orange juice, Triple Sec and Sierra Mist, and is served in a color-shifting souvenir mood cup.

Made-to-order sweet or savory crepes: fresh crepes available filled with a choice of sliced steak and cheese or a strawberry/banana/chocolate filling.

Fan Appreciation and Special Promotions

Centerplate will be offering fan appreciation promotions like the "2 Point Conversion," a special offer of 2 regular hot dogs at a discount 'combo price' and the "Bottomless Peanuts Cup" offered in combination with a beverage purchase. In October, the company will also join the fight against breast cancer with specialty items for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Guest Services Enhancements

To complement its culinary offerings, the company has also initiated a series of enhancements to its service training and experience assurance initiatives. Centerplate's training program, which has been completely revamped and launched as Centerplate University for the 2010 season, is based on a series of training sessions that provides our service team the foundation to succeed. In addition to functional training, the program includes a significant focus on food safety, responsible service of alcohol, and the principles and behaviors of gracious guest service for a better fan experience.

Centerplate is also introducing an extremely detailed evaluation process that judges our performance across numerous key metrics that enables the firm to conduct consistent, in-depth audits of its key performance indicators. In combination, Centerplate is also introducing its quantitative Fan Tracking Study—regular, frequent, patron satisfaction and opinion surveys—that provides instant win and grand prizes for fan participation to capture the voice of the fan directly.

"We are thrilled to welcome this year's NFL Season," said George Wooten, Centerplate's Executive Vice President of Operations. "Between our new menu offerings, impressive service upgrades and ambitious menu additions, Centerplate is ready to bring fans an extraordinary football experience while expanding upon our goal to serve as a total solution partner to our team clients."

Centerplate's new 2010 NFL Season initiatives follow other recent company news, including the addition of several new client-partners, including the Woodruff Arts Center, one of the nation's most prestigious art centers, in Atlanta, Georgia, the Cobo Conference/Exhibition Center, the storied 2.4 million square foot facility in the heart of downtown Detroit, and the Niagara Convention and Civic Centre, a new convention facility opening located in Niagara Falls, Ontario. This year has proven to be one of the company's strongest ever in new business development and client retention in its eighty year history.

About Centerplate

Centerplate crafts and delivers "Craveable Experiences. Raveable Results." in 250 prominent sports, entertainment and convention venues across North America. Centerplate provides its services to ten NFL stadiums; Candlestick Park (San Francisco 49ers), FedEx Field (Washington Redskins), Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome (Minnesota Vikings), INVESCO Field at Mile High (Denver Broncos), the Louisiana Superdome (New Orleans Saints), LP Field (Tennessee Titans), Lucas Oil Stadium (Indianapolis Colts), Qualcomm Stadium (San Diego Chargers), Raymond James Stadium (Tampa Bay Buccaneers), and Sun Life Stadium (Miami Dolphins). Centerplate has provided services to 12 Super Bowls, 19 World Series, key events for the Democratic and Republican National Conventions, the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, Art Basel Miami Beach, 15 official U.S. Presidential Inaugural Balls and the largest plated dinner in history at the Alpha Kappa Alpha Centennial Celebration. Visit the company online at www.centerplate.com.

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Centerplate Heats Up the HHH Metrodome with New Food and Guest Programs
September 13, 2010

Centerplate, the largest hospitality partner to North America's premier sports stadiums, convention centers and entertainment venues, including the Minnesota Vikings, announced a series of new menu concepts, service improvements and special fan promotions for the 2010 National Football League Season at HHH Metrodome, along with its nine other NFL partner venues. Last season, Centerplate hosted more premier NFL events than any other hospitality company, including the NFL Divisional Playoffs, NFL Conference Championships, Pro Bowl 2010 and Super Bowl XLIV. The company opens the new season with exciting menus, new fan promotions, and customer service programs.

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Menu Highlights

Fans will have several new concessions items to enjoy this season. Centerplate will introduce a new take on a tailgate favorite — the Walking Taco. Perfected by the company's chefs, the snack features ground beef, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and jalapenos served directly in an actual Doritos bag for easy in-seat enjoyment.

Another classic football fan favorite receiving the Centerplate touch is the Bloody Mary. This season, Centerplate will be offering the 'Hail Mary Bloody Mary' served in a souvenir mason jar mug. The company will also be expanding its smoothie program, which it tested to great success last season, consisting of fresh-blended juice smoothies. When the action gets hot, mixed beverages will be offered in collectible Mood Mix'R cups, which change color when the drink inside is cold.

These new items join classic and signature dishes back for the new season, including the fan favorite hand-carved roast beef or roast turkey Sandwiches. The hearty heroes designed to power fans through the game are served on a choice of whole wheat or egg buns, with a side of Caesar Salad. Fans can help themselves to specialty condiments such as spicy brown mustard, horseradish sauce, and chipotle mayo to add a little extra kick.

Fan Appreciation and Special Promotions

Centerplate will be offering fan appreciation promotions during the season like the "2 Point Conversion," a special offer of 2 regular hot dogs at a discount "combo price," and the "Bottomless Peanuts Cup," which is offered in combination with a beverage purchase. In October, the company will also join the fight against breast cancer with specialty items for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Guest Services Enhancements

Centerplate is also introducing an extremely detailed evaluation process that judges our performance across numerous key metrics that enables the firm to conduct consistent, in-depth audits of its key performance indicators. In combination with the company's new quantitative Fan Tracking Study — regular, frequent, patron satisfaction and opinion surveys — the program provides instant-win and grand prizes for fan participation and an opportunity to capture the voice of the fan directly.

Centerplate's new 2010 NFL Season initiatives follow other recent company news, including the addition of several new client-partners such as the Woodruff Arts Center, one of the nation's most prestigious art centers, in Atlanta, Georgia; the Cobo Conference/Exhibition Center, the storied 2.4 million square foot facility in the heart of downtown Detroit; and the Niagara Convention and Civic Centre, a new convention facility opening located in Niagara Falls, Ontario. This year has proven to be one of the company's strongest ever in new business development and client retention in its eighty year history.

About Centerplate

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Franchising Thought Leader Explains Winning Formula for Franchise Sales Breakthroughs in the Recession
September 13, 2010

Historically in a recession when larger numbers of people are forced to change careers, franchising thrives. This recession is different. In today's recession, most franchise systems have not been able to add new units and are struggling to grow despite the large number of interested candidates.

Why?

Joe Mathews, founder of the Franchise Performance Group and author of Amazon's best-selling book on franchising, Street Smart Franchising, just released a new e-book co-written with fellow franchise consultant Thomas Scott that documents how franchise buyers have changed and details a new approach to franchise sales that creates breakthroughs.

Franchise Sales Tipping Point: 10 Keys to Creating a Breakthrough in Franchise Sales is available free to download from www.franchiseperformancegroup.com. Mathews, Founding Partner of Franchise Performance Group (FPG), believes we are entering into a new time where many of the old rules of franchise sales no longer apply.

"Yesterday's winning formula is tomorrow's failed strategy," said Mathews. "The franchise buyer today is different than in the past and this has changed the game forever. Franchisors need to change with the game."

Mathews, a 25-year franchise sales veteran, has worked closely with such iconic franchise brands as Subway, Great Clips, and Snap on Tools.

"After 25 years of studying franchise sales, we know from time to time, sudden shifts occur which can derail franchise sales programs," said Mathews. "Franchisors who adapt to these changes first often experience a huge advantage over their competition. The ten keys outlined in this e-book will alert franchisors about what they need to do to stay ahead of the new curve."

About The Franchise Performance Group

The Franchise Performance Group, founded by Joe Mathews in 2002, has worked such iconic chains as Subway, Great Clips, Meineke, Dunkin Donuts, and many others. Mathews specializes in the area of franchisee recruitment, sales, and franchisee performance. He is a regular presenter at IFA conferences and is an instructor with the ICFE (Institute of Certified Franchise Executives). Mathews is author of four books, Street Smart Franchising with Don Debolt and Deb Percival, Franchise Sales Mastery, The Meaning of Life Project, and Franchise Sales Tipping Point.

For more information, visit www.franchiseperformancegroup.com

Contact:
Joe Mathews
Franchise Performance Group
Joe@franchiseperformancegroup.com
860-567-3099

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New Green Minor for Major Change
September 12, 2010

The minor offered this fall, 2010, marks a milestone for ASU's initiative to make sustainability education and practices university-wide across all four campuses.

"The multi-disciplinary nature of ASU's minor in sustainability is very appealing to students and enrollment is predicted to eventually reach the thousands," Boone added.

For more information about the sustainability minor visit: http://schoolofsustainability.asu.edu/minor-in-sustainability

About ASU's School of Sustainability

About ASU's Global Institute of Sustainability

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Free Dog Heart Checks at Houston Astros Dog Day Expo
September 12, 2010

The Mobile Dog Heart Health Tour is heading south to Houston for the Astros' Dog Day Expo at Minute Maid Park on September 19, 2010. During the special promotion that encourages fans to bring their dogs to the game, veterinary cardiologists on the Mobile Dog Heart Health Tour will perform free dog heart examinations inside a mobile medical unit at Minute Maid Park.

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Since early 2009, veterinarians on the Mobile Dog Heart Health Tour have checked the hearts of more than 5,000 dogs around the country and found a previously undetected heart murmur in approximately 20 percent of them. In addition to providing free heart health screenings, veterinarians help to educate dog owners about heart disease – a common ailment that is almost as prevalent in dogs as it is in humans.

About 11 percent of the nearly 75 million dogs in the United States have heart disease(1), and that figure increases to as many as 60 percent among aged dogs and certain predisposed breeds(2). Yet, a national survey shows that more than half of dog owners are unaware that their dog may be at risk of heart failure.

"Early diagnosis and treatment of heart disease can significantly prolong and improve the quality of a dog's life," says Dr. Brayley, veterinarian with the Mobile Dog Heart Health Tour. "We look forward to educating local dog owners about heart disease in dogs and the treatment options. By emphasizing the importance of annual veterinary examinations and early diagnosis of heart disease, we hope to help more dogs live longer and better lives."

Veterinary specialists will perform free dog heart screenings from inside a special mobile exam room from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. in front of the stadium as well as during the game. They will use a stethoscope to listen for heart murmurs and other irregular sounds as well as generally assess whether or not the dogs show any signs of heart disease.

Veterinarians will also educate dog owners about the most common symptoms of heart disease: reduced willingness to walk or exercise, difficulty breathing, coughing, loss of appetite and weight loss. Dog owners can learn more at www.YourDogsHeart.com.

Mobile Dog Heart Health Tour Stop at Houston Astros Dog Day Expo

When:	Sunday, September 19, 2010, from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. as well as during the game
Where:	Minute Maid Park in Houston
Why:	To educate dog owners about canine heart disease and have fun, too.
Who:	Veterinary cardiologists will perform free dog heart screenings.

About Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs

The Mobile Dog Heart Health Tour is designed to educate people about congestive heart failure (CHF) in dogs.

While there is no cure for CHF, clinical study results have shown that dogs with the condition live nearly twice as long and enjoy a higher quality of life when diagnosed and treated during the early stages of heart failure.

About Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.

The Boehringer Ingelheim group is one of the world's 20 leading pharmaceutical companies. Headquartered in Ingelheim, Germany, it operates globally with 142 affiliates in 50 countries and more than 41,500 employees. Since it was founded in 1885, the family-owned company has been committed to researching, developing, manufacturing and marketing novel products of high therapeutic value for human and veterinary medicine.

In 2009, Boehringer Ingelheim posted net sales of US $17.7 billion (12.7 billion euro) while spending 21 percent of net sales in its largest business segment, Prescription Medicines, on research and development. For more information, please visit http://us.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

References:

1. Buchanan JW. Causes and prevalence of cardiovascular disease. Curr Vet Ther. 1992;XI:646.

2. Rush JE. Chronic Valvular Heart Disease in Dogs. Proceedings of the 26th Annual Waltham Diets/OSU Symposium: Small Animal Cardiology, 2002.

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Centerplate Adds Zest and Programs to Games at SunLife Stadium
September 12, 2010

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Menu Highlights

These new items will be joined by additional signature dishes, new for this season:

The Cuban Dog: a foot long, all-beef hot dog smothered in roasted pork, melted Swiss cheese, sliced pickles and topped with traditional yellow mustard.

Made-to-order sweet or savory crepes: fresh crepes available filled with a choice of sliced steak and cheese or a strawberry/banana/chocolate filling.

Fan Appreciation and Special Promotions

Guest Services Enhancements

About Centerplate

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Saints Fans Greeted by New Menu Concepts, Promotions, and Guest Services for the 2010 Season
September 12, 2010

Centerplate, the largest hospitality partner to North America's premier sports stadiums, convention centers and entertainment venues, including the New Orleans Saints, announced a series of new menu concepts, service improvements and special fan promotions for the 2010 National Football League Season at the Louisiana Superdome, along with its nine other NFL partner venues. Last season, Centerplate hosted more premier NFL events than any other hospitality company, including the NFL Divisional Playoffs, NFL Conference Championships, Pro Bowl 2010 and Super Bowl XLIV. The company opened up the new season with exciting menus, new fan promotions, and customer service programs.

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Menu Highlights

Saints fans will have several new concessions items to enjoy this season. Centerplate has introduced a new take on a tailgate favorite—the Walking Taco. Perfected by the company's chefs, the snack features ground beef, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and jalapenos served directly in an actual Doritos bag for easy in-seat enjoyment.

Another classic football fan favorite receiving the Centerplate touch is the Bloody Mary. This season, Centerplate will be offering the 'Hail Mary Bloody Mary' served in a souvenir mason jar mug. The company will also be expanding its smoothie program, which it tested to great success last season, consisting of fresh-blended juice smoothies and its offering of collectible Mood Mix'R cups, which change color when cold.

These new items join favorite Superdome signature dishes back for the new season: BBQ Jumbo Shrimp sauteed with green onions, Creole seasonings, and lemon butter sauce serve over fluffy white rice; and perennial Louisiana favorite Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo in a smoky rich roux topped with fluffy white rice.

Fan Appreciation and Special Promotions

Centerplate is proud to celebrate the Superbowl Champs all year long, and will be offering fan appreciation promotions like the "2 Point Conversion", a special offer of 2 regular hot dogs at a discount 'combo price' and the "Bottomless Peanuts Cup" offered in combination with a beverage purchase. In October, the company will also join the fight against breast cancer with specialty items for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Guest Services Enhancements

About Centerplate

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Sports Illustrated College Football Experience Presented by Nissan Kicks Off This Saturday with Miami-Ohio State Matchup
September 12, 2010

The Sports Illustrated College Football Experience presented by Nissan kicks off its 10-game nationwide tour on Saturday in Columbus, Ohio, at the highly-anticipated rematch of the 2002 BCS Championship game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Miami Hurricanes. This program, developed with the support of Nissan, spotlights the biggest games of the 2010 college football season by creating compelling opportunities for fans to engage with players, coaches and the game-day experience through Sports Illustrated print, digital, mobile, social and Live Event channels.

"This Tour will bring the Sports Illustrated DNA to life of college campuses around the country and this year will be our most ambitious and exciting program to date. We are activating new social and mobile platforms and fans will have the opportunity to meet the legends of the game, Heisman Trophy winners, college football legends and Sports Illustrated writers in a state-of-the-art technological environment," said Kim Kelleher, Sports Illustrated Group, Vice President Global Sales.

The 2010 tour will make stops at Ohio State, the University of Minnesota, Arizona State University, the University of Wisconsin, the University of Alabama, Penn State University, Auburn University, the University of Oregon, Texas A&M University and in Atlanta for the SEC Championship Game. At each stop, Sports Illustrated will construct a state-of-the-art interactive environment featuring a giant LED wall, the Sports Illustrated Trivia Quiz, the Heisman Trophy, and more. Fans will have the opportunity to meet college football legends such as two-time Heisman Trophy winner Archie Griffin, Ohio State's national champion quarterback Craig Krenzel, College and Pro Hall of Famer Bobby Bell, 1999 Heisman Trophy winner Ron Dayne and many more. Sports Illustrated senior writer Dan Patrick will appear at three events during the season, including USC at Minnesota (9/18), Georgia at Auburn (11/13) and the SEC Championship Game (12/4/10).

As part of the Experience, Sports Illustrated Presents has produced Originals, a 92-page tribute to Heisman Trophy winners and all-time greats comprised of the work by current and former SI writers such as John Underwood, Alex Wolff, Grant Wahl, Roy Terrell and Sally Jenkins. Originals will be distributed free to hundreds of thousands of fans across the country at the Experience and in stadiums.

In conjunction with the 2010 Tour, Sports Illustrated will debut "Just Askin,'" a new social media platform on SI.com which allows fans to submit questions for Sports Illustrated's pregame interviews of players and coaches during the featured game on the tour. The most popular questions will be asked by Sports Illustrated's Maggie Grey with the interviews appearing on SI.com's video channel in the days leading up to the game. For the first week, fans have submitted questions for SI's interview with Ohio State Head Coach Jim Tressel. Week 2 will feature USC quarterback Matt Barkley. Look for JagTags embedded in Sports Illustrated "Inside College Football" columns which will unlock exclusive "Just Askin'" video content.

Each stop also creates an opportunity for fans to experience the all-new Nissan Juke and Maxima, as they get a hands-on look at the 2011 cars. This is the fourth-year of Sports Illustrated's partnership with Nissan.

There's a natural affinity between college football and Nissan – where power and intelligence go hand-in-hand with a spirit of innovation," said Jon Brancheau, vice president, Marketing, Nissan Division. "We're proud to support the new season and to have an opportunity to showcase products like the exciting new Nissan JUKE to college football fans across the country."

The 2010 Sports Illustrated College Football Experience presented by Nissan schedule:

9/11/10: Miami @ Ohio State
9/18/10: USC @ Minnesota
9/25/10: Oregon @ Arizona State
10/2/10: Florida @ Alabama
10/16/10: Ohio State @ Wisconsin
10/30/10: Michigan @ Penn State
11/6/10: Washington @ Oregon
11/13/10: Georgia @ Auburn
11/20/10: Nebraska @ Texas A&M
12/4/10: SEC Championship – Atlanta

About the Sports Illustrated Group: The Sports Illustrated Group's award-winning journalism powers a media company that includes Sports Illustrated, SI.com, Golf Magazine, Golf.com, SI Golf Plus, SI Presents, SI Kids, SI International, SI Books, SI Mobile, SI Swimsuit, SI Social, consumer products and Live Media. Earlier this year, Sports Illustrated was named to Adweek's list of the media industry's hottest brands.

About Nissan:

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010 and has been recognized as a 2010 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.InfinitiUSA.com.

SOURCE Sports Illustrated

TPG Architecture Completes Culinary Mecca, Eataly
September 11, 2010

Ciao Eataly! TPG is proud to have worked with the Batali & Bastianich Hospitality Group and their Italian partners to bring Eataly, an epic-scale 45,000 square foot Italian culinary mecca, to New York City in the Flatiron District. Described by Mario Batali as a "temple" to Italian food and the Slow Food movement, Eataly is located in 200 Fifth Avenue in the Flatiron district at 23rd Street and 5th Avenue directly across from Madison Square Park.

TPG was the architect for the elaborately complex and unique store fronts and interior. The retail environment features five restaurants with open kitchens, and several other food venues specializing in Italian delicacies like fresh pasta, cured meats, formaggi and pesce. Of course there's coffee, gelato, panini, wood fired pizza, and a bakery. There's a cooking school, a wine bar, a wine store, a Rizzoli outpost, an Italian bank, a travel agency and an outpost of the Italian newspaper La Stampa. Not to mention the sprawling marketplace with its exclusive offerings of imported dried pastas, tomato sauces, olive oils, vinegars, jams and honey available nowhere else in the US, along with fresh meat, seafood and vegetables from the best local providers. The coordination of so many different functions was a unique challenge.

TPG also designed the 6,000 square foot rooftop microbrewery slated to open in November. The roughly 200-seat, partially enclosed roof top microbrewery, to be accessible from an in-store elevator, will feature a combination of famed American craft brewery Dogfish Head and two Italian craft brewers, Birrificio Baladin and Birra del Borgo. Custom, Italian-style beers will be brewed on the rooftop using a copper-clad brewing system under the glow of the Flatiron Building.

TPG Architecture was founded in 1979 and has grown from its initial dual partnership to a firm of approximately 140 staff (24 registered architects; 35 LEED® APs). Our headquarters is located in Manhattan. TPG established its Long Island practice in 1998 due to a quickly expanding portfolio of regional projects. Our core competency is workplace planning and design. TPG is a diverse practice with long term client relationships in retail, landlord and building ownership and health sciences; recently completing projects for Salvatore Ferragamo, SL Green, EMI Music Publishing in New York and Santa Monica, and United Way of America in DC. For further information, please visit http://www.tpgarchitecture.com.


Press Contact
Pamela Jacobs
Director of Marketing
212.536.5088
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Community Open House Set for Tri-C's New Center for Creative Arts
September 11, 2010

Cuyahoga Community College officials today announced a community Open House will be held at the College's new Center for Creative Arts building on Wednesday, September 15th, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Center for Creative Arts (CCA) is located at Tri-C's Metro Campus, 2900 Community College Avenue.

The four-story, 75,000 square foot Center is home to cutting-edge facilities for media arts, recording arts technology, music ensemble studios, theatre and dance studios, video editing and animation labs and other Tri-C creative arts programs. It provides needed studio, lab and performance space, and establishes a unique creative environment. The building will also house the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's library and archives.

"The CCA boasts state-of-the-art facilities in a number of creative arts disciplines," says Dr. Brian Bethune, Dean of Creative Arts at Cuyahoga Community College. "But what makes the Center even more exceptional is the outstanding staff of educators that's been assembled to work with our students here. Many are professionals currently working in their field who are helping train the next generation of creative arts leaders in the region."

Dr. Bethune says faculty and students will be on-hand during the Open House to show visitors the advanced technology in the building and how it's enabling students to learn on equipment that's being used to make movies, CDs and other artworks in Hollywood and beyond.

Valet parking is available for the Open House at 2809 Woodland Avenue. More information on Creative Arts programs at Tri-C is available at www.tricpresents.com

SOURCE Cuyahoga Community College

Motorola to Launch Next-Generation HD IPTV Set-top in Turkey With TTNET
September 11, 2010

Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced the first commercial deployment of its VIP1002E/F Series IPTV set-top with TTNET in Turkey. As one of the first set-tops to support the launch of TTNET's IPTV service, the cost-effective VIP1002E/F will offer TTNET's customers next-generation services such as pausing live TV, a feature normally found on higher specification digital video recorder (DVR) set-tops.

"Our customers are used to cutting edge Internet and communications services, so naturally the launch of our IPTV service will reflect the values of performance and quality of service at the same level," says Timur Ceylan, TTNET's vice president of operations. "With our solution partnership with Motorola we will offer a high-quality service at a competitive price as a part of our usual policy."

Running the latest version of Motorola's KreaTV™ application platform, the Motorola VIP1002 Series redefines the IP video experience. It allows operators to quickly generate new revenue while providing viewers with a high quality viewing experience across a broad range of IPTV services.

Using an internal flash memory drive, progressive download and extensive buffering, the VIP1002E/F can provide a 'Pause Live TV' function. This capability is ideal for operators who wish to offer over-the-top (OTT) video as it eliminates latency issues and offers a guaranteed quality of service (QoS).

"Motorola's VIP1002E/F set-tops will enhance the great IPTV experience that TTNET will offer and also provide the opportunity to roll out new services as the market demands," explains Steve McCaffery, vice president and general manager, Home business EMEA, Motorola Mobility. "The ability to offer DVR-like capabilities without the expense of a full-feature set-top makes it attractive for operators who want to lower their capital spending while differentiating themselves in the market."

The VIP1002 IPTV Series set-tops are environmentally friendly and compliant with both US and EU initiatives(1) for low-power consumption in the home, featuring next-generation power management capabilities for lower energy consumption.

About Motorola

About TTNET

With 6 million subscribers, TTNET offers the communication technologies of today and tomorrow. Continuously developing products and services by considering the changing communication needs of the clients, TTNET efficiently and rapidly meets the evolving communication requirements in the market through corporate and individual services. Providing services across 81 provinces of Turkey, TTNET offers high technology broadband services (ADSL/VDSL2); WiFi (wireless Internet access); TTNet WiFi access abroad service in cooperation with iPass; 3G Mobile Internet access services in cooperation with Avea; G.SHDSL; Metro Ethernet; ATM and Frame Relay internet access services to TTNET clients. www.ttnet.com.tr

Media Contacts: Gemma Priscott +44 (0) 1256 790 384 Mobile: +44 7970 882 994 gemma.priscott@motorola.com Motorola, Inc.

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered trademarks of Motorola Trademarks Holding LLC. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. © Motorola Mobility Inc. 2010. All rights reserved.

(1) Motorola VIP1002 Series IPTV set tops meet both EnergyStar Tier 1 (US) and Code of Conduct v8 (EU) low power requirements

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Network Marketing Entrepreneur Launches Discount Savings Plan With Savings Highway
September 11, 2010

Entrepreneur AJ Watson launches Discount Savings Plan to help consumers save money through network marketing company, Savings Highway.

With the holiday shopping season fast approaching, network marketing company Savings Highway is offering marketers an opportunity to generate immediate income, while saving money, on a wide array of consumer goods and services such as grocery discounts, dining certificates, entertainment savings, travel deals, health savings, roadside assistance, family legal plans and much more.

The company behind the discount savings plan, Savings Highway, was founded by Steve Gresham in 2006 and is currently offering unlimited 100% commissions to current members and new income opportunity seekers during the month of September. In efforts to capitalize on this lucrative opportunity, entrepreneur AJ Watson has retained Interactive Web Marketing Agency, Marketing Engaged, to create a search engine optimized lead generation system to aggressively recruit network marketers and consumers seeking a discount savings plan in preparation for the holiday shopping season.

"Seeing Savings Highway as the best of both worlds, deep discount savings and a lucrative business opportunity, it is my mission to help others succeed in finding a vehicle that will benefit them most in preparation for the 2010 shopping season. In my due diligence, I found Savings Highway to be that vehicle and Marketing Engaged as the company that would best help me in promoting the opportunity," stated Mr. Watson. "Not only has Marketing Engaged helped me to create an informational portal that reflects everything that Savings Highway has to offer, but they have also helped me to create a tremendous lead generation mechanism that will prove paramount in my success in recruiting."

About DiscountSavingsPlan.com

DiscountSavingsPlan.com was created to promote the Savings Highway member-based discount savings and income opportunity.

Contact: AJ Watson
Email: cffceo@att.net
Phone: (866) 466-3519

SOURCE DiscountSavingsPlan.com

Centerplate Serves Up Monster Fun in San Francisco with New Food and Guest Programs
September 11, 2010

Centerplate, the largest hospitality partner to North America's premier sports stadiums, convention centers and entertainment venues, including the San Francisco 49ers, announced a series of new menu concepts, service improvements and special fan promotions for the 2010 National Football League Season at Candlestick Park, along with its nine other NFL partner venues. Last season, Centerplate hosted more premier NFL events than any other hospitality company, including the NFL Divisional Playoffs, NFL Conference Championships, Pro Bowl 2010 and Super Bowl XLIV. The company opens the new season with exciting menus, new fan promotions, and customer service programs.

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Menu Highlights

Fans will have several new concessions items to enjoy this season. Centerplate will introduce a new take on a tailgate favorite—the Walking Taco. Perfected by the company's chefs, the snack features ground beef, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and jalapenos served directly in an actual Doritos bag for easy in-seat enjoyment.

Another classic football fan favorite receiving the Centerplate touch is the Bloody Mary. This season, Centerplate will be offering the 'Hail Mary Bloody Mary' served in a souvenir mason jar mug. The company will also be expanding its smoothie program, which it tested to great success last season, consisting of fresh-blended juice smoothies. When the action gets hot, mixed beverages will be offered in collectible Mood Mix'R cups, which change color when the drink inside is cold.

These new items join classic and signature dishes back for the new season, including the fan favorite Sourdough Sam Burger– a classic burger named after the 49ers' team mascot.

Fan Appreciation and Special Promotions

Centerplate will be offering fan appreciation promotions during the season like the "2 Point Conversion", a special offer of 2 regular hot dogs at a discount "combo price"; and the "Bottomless Peanuts Cup," which is offered in combination with a beverage purchase. In October, the company will also join the fight against breast cancer with specialty items for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Guest Services Enhancements

Centerplate is also introducing an extremely detailed evaluation process that judges our performance across numerous key metrics that enables the firm to conduct consistent, in-depth audits of its key performance indicators. In combination with the company's new quantitative Fan Tracking Study—regular, frequent, patron satisfaction and opinion surveys—the program provides instant-win and grand prizes for fan participation and an opportunity to capture the voice of the fan directly.

About Centerplate

SOURCE Centerplate

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ViXS delivers high definition real-time encoding in Pixel Magic's 1080i digital personal video recorder
September 11, 2010

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ViXS delivers high definition real-time encoding in Pixel Magic's 1080i digital personal video recorder

ViXS' multimedia processing solution enables advanced set-top boxes

TORONTO, Sept. 10 /PRNewswire/ - ViXS Systems Inc., a leading provider of smart network multimedia processor solutions that enable a rich video entertainment experience, announced today that Pixel Magic Systems Ltd. has selected a ViXS XCode(R) multimedia processor for its Magic TV MTV7000D personal video recorder (PVR).

Magic TV's MTV7000D PVR, powered by ViXS, delivers a powerful television experience. Initially launched into the Hong Kong market, Pixel Magic expects to offer this PVR globally in the coming months. The XCode(R)-enabled PVR encodes 1080i high definition video output in real-time, providing viewers with pristine picture quality.

"ViXS continues to address the video and networking requirements for advanced set-top boxes," said Ms. Sally Daub, President and CEO of VIXS Systems Inc. "We were pleased to be chosen by Pixel Magic to enable an advanced PVR that provides their customers with flexibility and a robust feature set."

"ViXS' XCode(R) processors provide us with the right solution to give our customers an impressive digital TV experience," said Mr. Nelson Choi, Director at Pixel Magic Systems Ltd. "By choosing ViXS to enable real-time encoding in our new advanced PVR, we were confident that they would deliver a robust technology, feature set and software stack."

Magic TV's MTV7000D PVR supports new, enhanced features, including: real-time encoding; iEPG (internet enhanced) data enabling Pay-TV and free-to-air TV programs at home; WiFi adapter compatibility; and HD camcorder playback.

About Pixel Magic Systems Limited

Founded in 2003, Pixel Magic Systems is a privately-held technology equipment manufacturer for the home theater and professional A/V markets. Pixel Magic's core business is to develop innovative technologies for home theater video processing/scaling products and high definition TV-related products with advanced software stack programming and design.

About ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS is a multimedia solutions innovator providing technologies for processing, managing, securing and distributing high quality video and audio allowing seamless control, conversion, and connectivity between many classes and sizes of digital entertainment devices.

ViXS supplies advanced System-on-Chip semiconductors, software solutions and hardware reference designs for the world's top manufacturers of Digital TVs, DVDs, Set-top boxes, Personal Video Recorders, PCs, Network-Attached Storage devices, Residential/Home Gateways, Blu-ray players/recorders, as well as Broadcast and Professional Equipment OEMs.

ViXS is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with global operations and offices in Europe, Asia and North America. ViXS has filed more than 240 patents worldwide with over 70 patents being issued to date. Listed for four years running as one of Deloitte's fastest growing North American companies, ViXS is setting new standards in the way digital entertainment is viewed and transmitted across an endless array of multimedia products.

For more information on ViXS, please visit our website: www.vixs.com.

SOURCE ViXS Systems Inc.

Sterling Homes Development Corporation Launches New Web Site
September 10, 2010

Sterling Homes Development Corporation, a custom home builder specializing in new home construction and home renovation, is pleased to announce the launch of its new and improved Web site http://www.sterlinghomesdev.com. The revamped site has a more user-friendly layout as well an updated look and expanded portfolio section of traditional and modular custom built homes.

"The redesigned site is a better representation of our brand and our work product," explains Amy Hauser, Sterling's marketing director. "We are especially excited about the interactive slide show of our custom built homes. It gives prospective customers a real feel for the quality craftsmanship that goes into our work." The site also includes testimonials from clients in Wellesley, Weston, Sudbury, Concord, and Manchester-by-the Sea.

Additionally, a new section has been added to the site explaining the benefits of modular homes. Russell Busa, president of Sterling Homes elaborates, "There are many misconceptions in the marketplace about modular construction, so the education piece is very important. Modular homes are NOT mobile homes - they look like any other home, but are built in a factory. Today's modular homes can be built in virtually any design, are energy efficient, and often go up in a fraction of the time of a traditional stick-built home."

Future plans for the site include a "Builder's Blog" discussing the latest trends in new home construction, updates on modular home technology and green building, as well as advice for homeowners.

About Sterling Homes Development Corporation

Sterling Homes Development Corporation is a custom home builder specializing in new home construction and home renovation throughout communities in Greater Boston, Massachusetts. With over 20 years of home building experience, and as a Certified Green Building Professional, our mission is to create homes with the highest quality of craftsmanship and energy efficiency. Sterling's business philosophy is based on integrity, collaboration and customer service, and we take pride in our long-standing relationships with our clients, vendors and partners.

Sterling Homes Media Contact:
Amy Hauser
617-312-3089
amy@sterlinghomesdev.com

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Metabo's New Angle Grinder Safe for Toughest Operating Conditions
September 10, 2010

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Ideal for the toughest operating conditions, including cutting and grinding metal or concrete, the WP8-125 Quick features a long lasting 8.0 A motor with 800 watts of power, 19.5 inch-lbs of torque and a no-load speed of 10,000 rpm.

The WP8-125 Quick offers Metabo's optimum cooling technology with repositioned brushes for unrestricted airflow over the motor, allowing the grinder to work harder and longer.

With one of the most effective dust protection systems on the market, the WP8-125 Quick features an encapsulated on/off switch, auto-stop carbon brushes, double-lipped labyrinth sealed bearings, Metabo's unique dust-deflection winding protection grid and epoxy coated field coil windings.

Weighing only 5.4 pounds, this lightweight grinder features a secure 'racket' grip with dual grip zones for comfortable, ergonomic handling. The WP8-125 Quick's VibraTech side handle absorbs up to 60% vibration, allowing the operator to hold the tool longer, resulting in fatigue-free operation.

The WP8-125 Quick's toolless wheel change system increases operator efficiency and saves time and energy when replacing wheels. The tool offers other safety features including a toolless locking wheel guard with seven positions, spindle lock, S-automatic safety slip clutch to help protect the operator from kickback by absorbing the torque created should the wheel bind or snag, and a deadman function that turns off the grinder immediately when it is released or dropped.

Optional equipment for the WP8-125 Quick includes a Type 1 Cut-off Wheel Guard and Metabo's Dust Director Tuck Pointing Guard.

For more information, please visit http://Picture data service handheld powertools - Download - Metabo USA - Power tools built by professionals for professionals or contact Terry Tuerk, Metabo Corporation, 1231 Wilson Drive, West Chester, Pa. 19380.

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EDITOR'S NOTE: Product available for demo or review.

Editorial Contact:
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Phone: (215) 453-8700
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QVC Pop-Up Shop Provides a Multimedia Shopping Experience During Fashion Week
September 10, 2010

Not content to merely increase its physical presence during New York Fashion Week, QVC will create a multimedia shopping experience in the heart of Rockefeller Center featuring the many ways consumers can shop "QVC Everywhere."

The experience, which kicks off with Fashion's Night Out on Friday, September 10 at 6PM (ET) and continues throughout Fashion Week, will allow consumers to experience a pop-up shop featuring some of QVC's most exciting brands. Products ranging from fashion, beauty and jewelry to home and electronics are scheduled to be on display. Each product showcased will feature a Microsoft Tag, which shoppers can scan with any Smartphone to be linked to the item page on the QVC mobile website.

Consumers will be exposed to each facet of "QVC Everywhere." The live broadcast will stream continually and the QVC website will be accessible at computer stations throughout the shop. Shoppers can download and utilize QVC Apps for iPhone®, Android™ and BlackBerry®, as well as access the QVC mobile website. They will also be invited to connect with the QVC community through YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.

QVC will even offer a sneak preview of QVC's iPad™ App, which is expected to become available in the coming weeks. The App is optimized for full screen viewing and will be offered for free from the iTunes App Store. Highlights include access to a full 16:9 HD feed of QVC's live broadcast, full search capability and access to full product descriptions, sizing, available colors and additional images within product detail. Users can also browse items recently on air and view customer ratings and reviews.

"We are constantly evaluating the QVC shopping experience to identify new opportunities to engage with our customers," said Angie Simmons, QVC's executive vice president of multichannel platforms. "We're thrilled to introduce our latest application, as we recognize that the iPad has become a relevant device for our shoppers."

In addition to three live broadcasts and personal appearances by a selection of QVC's favorite personalities and brands, the QVC pop-up shop will host the Dell/Intel Blogger Lounge. On Friday, September 10 and Saturday, September 11, bloggers can utilize Dell/Intel computers to blog, tweet, post to Facebook, or just take respite from the fast-paced schedule of Fashion Week.

About QVC

QVC, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation attributed to the Liberty Interactive Group (Nasdaq: LINTA), is one of the largest multimedia retailers in the world. QVC is committed to providing its customers with thousands of the most innovative and contemporary beauty, fashion, jewelry and home products. Its programming is distributed to more than 180 million homes worldwide. The company's website, QVC.com, is ranked among the top general merchant Internet sites. With operations in the United Kingdom, Germany and Japan, and launching in Italy in 2010, West Chester, Pa.-based QVC has shipped more than a billion packages in its 24-year history. QVC, Q, and the Q Ribbon Logo are registered service marks of ER Marks, Inc.

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FDA Grants Fast Track Status to Tideglusib (ZentylorTM) for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
September 10, 2010

Noscira, a Grupo Zeltia (ZEL.MC) subsidiary specialized in research and development of drugs to treat neurodegenerative diseases, has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fast Track status to its neuroprotector drug Tideglusib (ZentylorTM) to treat Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), a fast-advancing fatal degenerative brain disorder. A Phase II trial with Tideglusib (ZentylorTM) in PSP commenced in December 2009 and is currently in progress.

The FDA grants Fast Track status to facilitate the development and expedite the review of a drug to treat serious and potentially fatal diseases and to fill an unmet medical need. Fast Track status also enables a company to present rolling submissions, i.e. the various sections of a New Drug Application (NDA) may be presented and reviewed as they are completed, instead of following the regular model, which requires presentation of the complete application.

Belen Sopesen, CEO of Noscira: "Fast Track status is very positive for the company and is an incentive to continue advancing in the clinical development of Tideglusib (ZentylorTM) in Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, an illness for which patients have no treatment options."

On November 11, 2009, Noscira announced that the FDA and the EU had granted Tideglusib (ZentylorTM) orphan drug status for treating PSP. Tideglusib (ZentylorTM) is the only GSK-3 inhibitor in clinical development for PSP.

About Zeltia

Zeltia S.A. is a world-leading biopharmaceutical company specialized in the development of marine-based drugs for use in oncology and central nervous system illnesses. The main Grupo Zeltia companies are: PharmaMar, the world-leading biotechnology company in advancing cancer care through the discovery and development of innovative marine-derived medicines; Noscira, a biotech firm focused on discovering and developing new drugs against Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases of the central nervous system; Genomica, Spain's leading molecular diagnostics company; Sylentis, dedicated to researching therapeutic applications of gene silencing (RNAi); and a chemical division comprising Zelnova and Xylazel, two highly profitable companies that are leaders in their respective market segments.

About Noscira

Noscira, which is based in Madrid (Spain), is a biopharmaceutical company which researches and develops innovative drugs for treating and preventing diseases of the nervous system. Since its inception, the company has specialized in Alzheimer's disease. Noscira's search strategy combines a unique, highly-specialized primary screening platform for marine samples with a strong focus on chemical optimization. The company has two clinical compounds (NP-12 and NP-61) which are well-positioned in the pipeline for treating Alzheimer's disease. It also has a solid pipeline of products in the pre-clinical phases. Noscira is a subsidiary of Grupo Zeltia (Madrid stock exchange: ZEL.MC; Bloomberg: ZEL SM; Reuters: ZEL.MC), Spain's leading biotechnology and chemical company.

About Tideglusib (NP-12)

Overexpression of GSK-3 leads to hyperphosphorylation of the tau protein, an anomaly which occurs in a number of neurodegenerative diseases known collectively as tauopathies, which include Alzheimer's disease (AD), Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) and Pick disease. NP-12 is a GSK-3 inhibitor with oral bioavailability and great therapeutic potential as a disease-modifying treatment for Alzheimer's.

NP-12 is currently undergoing Phase II clinical trials for Alzheimer's disease in the EU. NP-12, the only GSK-3 inhibitor under clinical development for AD, has proven to be capable of acting on all of the histopathological lesions associated with the disease in experimental models: it reduces phosphorylation of the tau protein and hippocampal and entorhinal cortex neuron loss, improves spatial memory deficits and significantly reduces the accumulation of amyloid plaques in the brain. NP-12 also provides neuroprotection in vivo and has a potent anti-inflammatory effect in a range of animal models.

About Progressive Supranuclear Palsy

PSP is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by oculomotor disturbances, specifically difficulties in moving the eye vertically, falling down and Parkinsonian symptoms.

The disease affects an estimated 5-6.4 out of every 100,000 people.

There is currently no treatment capable of delaying or altering the progression of the illness.

For more information, contact Zeltia at +34 91 444 4500.

This note is also available in the "News" section of the Zeltia (www.zeltia.com) and Noscira (www.noscira.com) websites

SOURCE Zeltia

Aimbridge Product Line from CRIF Lending Solutions Delivers New Customizable Loan Origination Platform
September 10, 2010

Aimbridge®, part of CRIF Lending Solutions and provider of integrated multi-channel, multi-lender auto buying and outsourced lending services, today announced the availability of AimbridgeSelect™, a new fully-customizable version of its hosted lending automation platform. The solution is specifically designed to give credit unions and CUSOs complete control over lending criteria and underwriting guidelines for their indirect and direct loan origination programs, so they can more quickly offer new products and services.

"For more than a decade, Aimbridge has been our partner for outsourced processing and funding of indirect auto loans. First Community had our best auto lending year in our 75-year history in 2009, in spite of the economy. We could have never made those kinds of numbers without Aimbridge and our indirect program," said Glenn D. Barks, President/CEO First Community Credit Union.

With the release of AimbridgeSelect, credit unions now have the ability to customize loan products, while accessing the same superior outsourced processing and funding efficiencies that Aimbridge delivers.

Underwriting Criteria Customization – provides credit unions and CUSOs with full autonomy over their loan underwriting criteria and rate sheets. This includes the ability to adjust underwriting guidelines and offer new programs to respond to unique market and organizational demands.
Dealer Management and Representation – ensures that relationships and partnerships with auto dealers and other loan channel partners are properly grown, managed and maintained. With over 1,500 auto dealers in its partner network, Aimbridge clients have immediate access to a wide pool of loan applications that meet their specific needs and criteria.
After Hours Underwriting – ensures that loan applications and credit checks can be processed automatically after hours. This provides greater opportunity for lenders to book loans 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Leasing Support – allows credit unions and CUSOs to offer and support a wide array of leasing options. Through LeaseTrack, Aimbridge's proprietary lease management tool, automated decisions can be made on lease applications submitted through the Aimbridge network of dealer partners.

"As more consumers and businesses turn to credit unions and CUSOs for loans, it's essential that lenders have the ability to quickly adjust and customize loan offerings as required to meet the demand," said David Lindsey, COO of Aimbridge. "Our new AimbridgeSelect offering allows them to do just that, while automating the delivery of new loan products."

The AimbridgeSelect platform is part of the CRIF Lending Solutions family of lending services and technology offerings from U.S.-based CRIF companies, including Aimbridge, Teres™, Magnum, FLS Services and APPRO. AimbridgeSelect is available immediately.

For more information on AimbridgeSelect, visit www.aimbridge.com/services or www.criflendingsolutions.com.

About Aimbridge Indirect Lending, LLC

Now a CRIF company, founded in 1984, Aimbridge Indirect Lending, LLC is a provider of integrated multi-channel, multi-lender auto buying and lending services, which markets auto loans and insurance products through partnerships with financial institutions and auto dealerships. Aimbridge's turn-key solutions include indirect auto loan origination processing, funding, and loan closing, direct lending systems, after hours underwriting support services, imaging and document management technologies, and aggregated online inventory shopping and lending websites.

About CRIF Lending Solutions

CRIF Lending Solutions, comprising Aimbridge, APPRO, FLS, Magnum and Teres, supports over 500 of the most successful large and small U.S. banks, credit unions and financial institutions. Our complete suite of solutions increases productivity and profitability and are core system and data provider independent. These comprehensive offerings include loan origination systems for consumer, business, and point of sale lending as well as business process outsourcing for indirect lending, data aggregation, analytics and account opening. With over $100 million dollars in equity, CRIF Lending Solutions is a division of CRIF Corporation, a global company specializing in the development and management of decision support systems worldwide.

Aimbridge is a registered trademark and AimbridgeSelect is a trademark of CRIF Corporation. All other company and product names mentioned are used only for identification and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

SOURCE Aimbridge Indirect Lending, LLC

MainConcept Announces Two New H.264AVC Video Transcoding Technologies Accelerated by NVIDIA GPUs With CUDA Technology
September 10, 2010

MainConcept GmbH, a wholly-owned subsidiary of DivX, Inc. (Nasdaq: DIVX) and one of the world's premier providers of video and audio codecs and software development kits (SDKs) for the consumer, broadcast and professional markets, announced today the release of new H.264/AVC encoding technologies, which allow creative professionals and software developers to encode video into the immensely popular H.264/AVC format. By offloading many of the processor intensive video encoding tasks from the CPU to NVIDIA graphics processing units (GPUs), the MainConcept H.264/AVC Encoder provides up to 10x faster performance for HD video compared with CPU-only encoding and reduces CPU utilization to as low as 20%, freeing up the system for other computing tasks. Two new MainConcept H.264/AVC Encoding technologies, built on the NVIDIA CUDA™ massively parallel computing architecture, are now available:

New CUDA-based H.264/AVC plug-in for MainConcept's popular Reference 2.1 stand-alone transcoding application for Windows® and Macintosh®, which provides production houses a fast solution for the transcoding of many formats into H.264/AVC, with pre-sets for popular playback devices including iPod/iPhone/iPad, PSP, Blu-ray Disc, and others.
New Codec Suite 5 plug-in for Adobe® Premiere Pro CS5 that offers H.264/AVC encoding from the timeline, with full CUDA hardware acceleration, so video editors can finish their projects faster.

Additionally, MainConcept's CUDA H.264/AVC SDK, shipping since June 2010, enables developers to add GPU accelerated video encoding to their own applications.

The MainConcept CUDA H.264/AVC Encoder improves performance by using NVIDIA GPU acceleration for encoding/transcoding. It enables transcoding from MPEG-2, VC-1 and AVC elementary streams or raw frames into H.264/AVC Baseline and Main profiles. MainConcept's CUDA H.264/AVC encoding solutions work seamlessly with the 200+ million NVIDIA graphics solutions supporting the CUDA architecture, including NVIDIA Quadro, Tesla and GeForce, product lines.

"Video professionals and developers alike understand that time is money and thus being able to encode video faster into H.264/AVC, the premier format for the next decade, is paramount," said Muzaffer Beygirci, managing director, MainConcept. "We have spent considerable effort optimizing our H.264/AVC technology offerings to take full advantage of the NVIDIA CUDA architecture and GPU acceleration, and continue to offer video professionals and developers this dramatically accelerated video encoding with MainConcept quality and compatibility baked right in."

"MainConcept's CUDA-based H.264/AVC video encoding solutions really showcase the incredible power of the GPU that NVIDIA offers," said Andrew Cresci, general manager, vertical market solutions, NVIDIA. "These latest, CUDA-based H.264/AVC encoding technologies are excellent solutions for developers and video professionals who are under constant pressure to produce high quality products in less time."

The MainConcept H.264/AVC encoder SDK and the Codec Suite 5 H.264/AVC encoder plug-in for Adobe Premiere Pro CS5 are all available today from the MainConcept online shop at www.mainconcept.com and are compatible with any NVIDIA graphics solution supporting the CUDA compute capability 1.0 or higher. For a complete list, please visit: http://www.nvidia.com/object/cuda_gpus.html. The MainConcept H.264/AVC plug-in for Reference 2.1 will be available shortly.

Attending IBC 2010 in Amsterdam? Please schedule a meeting with your MainConcept sales professional or simply drop by the MainConcept booth 2. C50, to see a demonstration of our new CUDA accelerated H.264/AVC encoding solutions in addition to the rest of MainConcept's renown audio and video codec products.

About MainConcept

MainConcept GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of DivX, Inc. (NASDAQ: DIVX), is one of the world's premier providers of high-quality audio and video codec solutions for consumer and professional applications. Many of the world's best consumer electronics and computer manufacturers, handheld device makers, and creative software providers rely on MainConcept embedded codec solutions to deliver a superb audio and video experience to their customers, in virtually all popular consumer formats. MainConcept also provides comprehensive encoding and decoding solutions to the broadcast and professional video industry in the form of codecs for integration into creative software suites as well as complete after-market plug-in solutions for adding new video format support into popular Non-Linear Editing (NLE) software packages. We are MainConcept – The Codec People.

About DivX

DivX, Inc. is a leading digital media company that enables consumers to enjoy a high-quality video experience across any kind of device. DivX creates, distributes and licenses digital video technologies that span the "three screens" comprising today's consumer media environment—the PC, the television and mobile devices. Over 300 million DivX devices have shipped into the market worldwide from leading consumer electronics manufacturers. DivX also offers content providers and publishers a complete solution for the distribution of secure, high-quality digital video content. Driven by a globally recognized brand and a passionate community of hundreds of millions of consumers, DivX is simplifying the video experience to enable the digital home.

On June 2, 2010, DivX, Inc. and Sonic Solutions announced a proposed merger transaction. Sonic Solutions has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") a registration statement on Form S-4 containing a preliminary joint proxy statement/prospectus in connection with the proposed merger and both companies intend to mail a definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant documents to Sonic and DivX shareholders following such time that the registration statement is declared effective by the SEC.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements in this press release that are not strictly historical in nature constitute "forward-looking statements." Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding DivX, Inc.'s visibility within the investment community. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause DivX and MainConcept's actual results to be materially different from historical results or from any results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to: the risk that customer use of DivX or MainConcept technologies may not grow as anticipated; the risk that anticipated market opportunities may not materialize at expected levels, or at all; the risk that DivX and MainConcept's activities may not result in the growth of profitable revenue; risks and uncertainties related to the maintenance and strength of the DivX and MainConcept brands; risks associated with DivX and MainConcept's ability to penetrate existing and new markets; risks regarding the effects of competition; the risk of DivX and MainConcept's dependence on its licensees and partners; risks related to the effect of intellectual property rights claims; and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of DivX's most recent report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. DivX is providing this information as of the date of this release and does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. All trademarks are the property of their owners and are used for informational purposes only.

Additional Information

This press release is not a solicitation of a proxy, an offer to purchase, nor a solicitation of an offer to sell shares of Sonic Solutions, and it is not a substitute for any proxy statement or other filings that may be made with the SEC with respect to the merger. In connection with the proposed merger, Sonic Solutions has filed a registration statement on Form S-4 containing a joint proxy statement/prospectus of Sonic Solutions and DivX. Investors and security holders are urged to carefully read the Registration Statement on Form S-4 and related joint proxy statement/prospectus and other documents filed with the SEC by Sonic Solutions and DivX, because they contain important information about Sonic Solutions, DivX and the proposed transaction, including with respect to risks and uncertainties that could delay or prevent the completion of the transaction. Such documents are available free of charge at the SEC website (www.sec.gov), from Sonic Solutions and its corporate website (www.sonic.com) or from DivX and its corporate website (www.divx.com).

Sonic Solutions, DivX and their respective directors, executive officers and other members of their management may be deemed to be soliciting proxies from shareholders of Sonic Solutions or DivX in favor of the merger. Investors and stockholders may obtain more detailed information regarding the direct and indirect interests in the merger of persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be considered participants in the solicitation of these shareholders in connection with the merger by reading the joint proxy statement/prospectus described above. Additional information about the directors and executive officers of Sonic Solutions may be found in its definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC on October 1, 2009. Additional information about the directors and executive officers of DivX may be found in its definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC on April 20, 2010. Such documents are available free of charge at the SEC website (www.sec.gov), from Sonic Solutions and its corporate website (www.sonic.com) or from DivX and its corporate website (www.divx.com).

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VH1 to Unveil Three New Series with Viewer Favorites
September 9, 2010

VH1 is rolling out three new and returning hit series on Sunday, September 19th. Begin the evening with the "Stallionaires," brothers Real and Chance, as they uncover some of the world's biggest myths and mysteries in "Real & Chance: The Legend Hunters" at 9PM.* Next up catch up with American Idol winner Fantasia Barrino as she juggles her career, motherhood, and her personal life during the second season of "Fantasia For Real" at 10PM.* Capping off the night, television personality La La Vazquez takes viewers behind the scenes as she shops for the perfect wedding dress, picks the venue, and finally ties the knot with NBA superstar Carmelo Anthony in one of the biggest weddings of the year on "La La's Full Court Wedding" at 10:30PM.*

"Real & Chance: The Legend Hunters" premieres Sunday, September 19 @9 PM

Man has always been fascinated with Nature's Animal Tales. Some are real: The man-eating Catfish of the Kali River, The Mega Shark, Hogzilla, Super Crocs, and the Giant Squid. Some may be only myth: Bigfoot, The Chupacabrah, the Loch Ness Monster and The Yeti. But two men believe in the stories and they intend to find them all. Their names..Real and Chance. That's right, Real and Chance; Lovers, Horse-breeders, recording artists, Stallionaires. Neither of them are scientists, nor investigators. And despite their claims to the contrary, they're no outdoorsmen either. They're scared of bugs, bats, frogs and almost anything that slithers or crawls. They can't take a fish off a hook because slimy things scare them. But they are believers and by the end of the show, they may even make believers out of you.

"Fantasia For Real" Season 2 premieres Sunday, September 19 @10 PM

Season 2 of "Fantasia For Real" follows American Idol and Grammy winner Fantasia Barrino as she balances her complicated personal life with her desire to connect with her fans through music. As Fantasia works with her record label, J Records to promote her long awaited new album, "Back to Me" she continues to attempt to instill values of independence and integrity into her life and be a positive role model for her daughter and the rest of her family

"La La's Full Court Wedding" – premieres Sunday, September 19 @10:30 PM

Former MTV VJ and television personality, La La Vazquez is set to star in a new series about her wedding, including all the planning and festivities leading up to her big day. The series begins with La La meeting with Mindy Weiss, A-list wedding planner to the stars, and follows her through all her wedding planning activities and Las Vegas bachelorette party. Viewers will ride along as La La shops for the perfect designer wedding dress, chooses the wedding venue, picks out the ultimate wedding cake and menu, plans their honeymoon, and contemplates the guest list.

Sneak peek episodes from these four new shows will launch online at VH1.com the week prior to each on-air premiere. Subsequent episodes will be available on VH1.com the morning after they premiere. Additional video content from each series will be available on VH1.com and on VH1 Mobile throughout the season. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.vh1press.com.

VH1 connects viewers to the music, artists and pop culture that matter to them most with TV series, specials, live events, exclusive online content and public affairs initiatives. VH1 is available in 95 million households in the U.S. VH1 also has an array of digital channels and services including VH1Classic, VH1 Soul, VH1 Mobile, VH1Games and extensive broadband video on VH1.com. Connect with VH1 at VH1.com.

* All times ET/PT

Contacts:
"Real and Chance: The Legend Hunters"
Chris Delhomme	Surayyah Tatum
310-752-8635	212-846-8433
Chris.Delhomme@vh1.com	Surayyah.Tatum@vh1.com

"Fantasia For Real"
Nyle Washington	Jake Slane
212-846-5576	310-752-8370
Nyle.Washington@vh1.com	Jake.Slane@vh1.com

"La La's Full Court Wedding"
Nyle Washington	Jake Slane
212-846-5576	310-752-8370
Nyle.Washington@vh1.com	Jake.Slane@vh1.com

SOURCE VH1

Ipsos Vantis Study Finds Majority Support for Obesity and Weight Management Drugs
September 9, 2010

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Ipsos Vantis Study Finds Majority Support for Obesity and Weight Management Drugs

70% of American Physicians State They Would Make the New Drugs a Standard Therapy Treatment

PARSIPPANY, NJ, Sept. 8 /PRNewswire/ - Ipsos Vantis, a major market research supplier to the pharmaceutical industry, recently conducted surveys among physicians to evaluate three new product concepts in the obesity and weight management prescription drug category: Qnexa (Vivus, Inc.), LORQESS/lorcaserin(Arena Pharmaceuticals) and Contrave (Orexigen Therapeutics). The findings include market opportunity assessments and comparisons of key measures against the largest normative data base of new product concepts in the industry.

According to the study, between one-half and two-thirds of primary care physicians would likely (definitely/probably) prescribe these drugs to treat their obese or overweight patients. "This is very likely due to the fact that approximately two-thirds of Americans are either overweight or obese, and physicians are eager to embrace new drug therapies to help reduce or prevent chronic health problems such as diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia," said Thomas Young, Vice President with Ipsos Vantis' Healthcare practice. "In fact, this is currently one of the most closely watched races in the pharmaceutical industry given that these three drugs will be reviewed for approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) within the next few months. With greatly improved efficacy along with more benign side effects compared to currently approved weight loss drugs, the obesity market will quickly shift from unsatisfactory, short term treatments to a major therapeutic category."

The study further finds that physicians appear to have a fairly high level of comfort prescribing the drugs, stating that they tend to agree that the new products will generate a lot of buzz in the medical community which translates to a high level of thought leadership among the universe of prescribing physicians. On reviewing the new product concepts, the Ipsos Vantis study found that about one-half of surveyed physicians mentioned that they would recommend the drug to a colleague and at least two-thirds agreed that the products would generate a lot of excitement. Further, among physicians likely to prescribe, approximately 70% stated that they would make the new drugs a standard therapy treatment within a year. However, uptake for the three products will be affected by the likely cautious attitude of physicians with respect to prescribing the drugs and the expectation that the products will not be covered by third party insurance, at least at the time of launch.

"Based on our research, we are forecasting U.S. retail sales for any of these three drugs to exceed $400 million on an annual basis within 3-5 years of launch," concludes Young.

Given the checkered history of past obesity drug introductions, the FDA is expected to focus on safety issues, and extended clinical trial results since these products could be used long term for weight maintenance. "Compared to its two competitors also up for review by the FDA, we believe that LORQESS/lorcaserin has the best chance of winning approval", adds Young. "The drug has the competitive advantage of a more benign safety profile and will have clinical trial results extending over a two year period before the FDA review date set for late October."

The Endocrinologic and Metabolic Drugs Advisory Committee is scheduled to make its decision whether to recommend approval of LORQESS/lorcaserin on September 16, 2010.

SOURCE Ipsos

YOGEN FRZ CELEBRATES THE SIGNING OF THE MASTER FRANCHISEE AND THE GRAND OPENING OF ITS FIRST LOCATION IN SOUTHERN NEW YORK
September 9, 2010

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YOGEN FRÜZ CELEBRATES THE SIGNING OF THE MASTER FRANCHISEE AND THE GRAND OPENING OF ITS FIRST LOCATION IN SOUTHERN NEW YORK

TORONTO, Sept. 8 /PRNewswire/ - Yogen Früz, the world's leading frozen yogurt conglomerate, announced today the signing of the Master Franchisee and the negotiation of its first Southern New York State location. This location is scheduled to open in time for Thanksgiving. To celebrate, Yogen Früz will treat customers to special promotions including an afternoon of free yogurt and Yogen Früz giveaways.

"We are excited to have signed the master franchisee for this region where residents are striving to live a healthier lifestyle. As a growing international company, Yogen Früz provides people within the U.S. and around the world with a nutritious alternative that coincides with healthy living," says Aaron Serruya, President of Yogen Früz.

"We are thrilled to have signed on with Yogen Früz to offer our community a healthy and beneficial option to fast food and typical dessert choices," explains Jarred Rey, Master Franchisee of the Southern New York State Territory which includes Westchester, Rockland and Orange Counties.

Yogen Früz is available as low-fat, non-fat and no-sugar-added flavors, which can be custom blended with a large assortment of fresh fruit right in front of the customer and topped with a variety of fresh fruit and/or sweet crunchy toppings in a cup or blended into a nutritious fat-free, ice-free dairy or non-dairy smoothie. Yogen Früz adds one billion viable probiotic cultures to each serving of healthy yogurt. Probiotics have been shown to help with healthy digestion, immune system support, better mineral absorption and assist with lactose intolerance.

Whether someone wants to change their lifestyle and become a healthier individual or just enjoy a tasty frozen dessert or nutritious smoothie, Yogen Früz offers more than just a delicious treat; each bite provides the body with essential vitamins to help maintain a healthy lifestyle. With its added assortment of NÜmixes, Yogen Früz maintains its position as an industry leader, consistently creating innovative ways to enjoy frozen yogurt.

    Yogen Früz store location in negotiation:  Palisades Mall, West Nyack,
                                               New York- Rockland County

    Yogen Früz store hours of operation: 11:00am - 9:00pm, Monday - Thursday
                                         10:00am - 11:00pm, Friday & Saturday
                                         11:00am - 7:00pm, Sunday

For more information please visit: www.yogenfruz.com.

    About Yogen Früz
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Yogen Früz USA Inc., is a subsidiary of Yogen Früz Canada Inc., a world leader in the frozen dessert category, with over 1,200 locations operating in over 25 countries around the world. Yogen Früz pioneered the frozen dessert/snack business when it opened its first store in 1986. Today, with its new assortment of proprietary probiotic frozen yogurt and its dairy and non-dairy smoothies, it continues its strong tradition of market innovation and leadership. Yogen Früz provides customers with a healthy alternative to fast food that's great tasting and nutritious making it a great product for today's healthy and active lifestyle.

SOURCE Yogen Fruz

OMG Announces Availability of First Exam Level in Program to Certify Practitioners of Model-Based Systems Engineering Using SysML
September 9, 2010

OMG™ announces that "Model User," the first exam in the OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional™ (OCSMP™) program is now available. The program's sponsors IBM®, Lockheed Martin, Sparx Systems and No Magic, Inc., and partnership with UML Technology Institute Co., Ltd. (UTI), have made construction and validation of the exams possible. For more information, please visit http://www.omg.org/ocsmp.

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Through this program, OMG will award the OCSMP™ certification at four levels. The first level, OCSMP-Certified Model User, covers a wide range of essential MBSE and SysML knowledge and skills and will enhance the resume of those who contribute to a model-based systems engineering project.

"Our sponsors and partner UTI have made the OCSMP program possible, and we are excited to be releasing the first exam on schedule," said Jon Siegel, Ph.D., OMG Vice President of Technology Transfer and Director of Certification. "Their continuing support will help bring the benefits of certification to the field of MBSE, allowing practitioners to benchmark their skills and knowledge, and employers to identify and benefit from the work of these certified systems engineers."

Another important supporter of OCSMP is the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE), whose Systems Engineering (SE) certification CSEP complements OCSMP. By design, these two programs work together to cover the SE domain including both conventional and model-based approaches. For information about the partnership between OMG and INCOSE, see the May 2009 press release.

Following the successful pattern established by OMG's three current certification programs developed in partnership with UTI – OCUP™ for UML® Modelers, OCEB™ for BPM Practitioners, and OCRES™ for Real-time and Embedded Systems Developers – examinations will be computer-based and administered by Pearson VUE through their network of secure testing centers. To register for any OMG certification exam, visit http://www.pearsonvue.com/omg.

About the UML Technology Institute

The UML Technology Institute Co., Ltd. was founded to promote the use of open, standards-based modeling technologies through the development of international certification programs that provide formal recognition of modeling expertise. With headquarters in Tokyo, UML Technology Institute was established in November 2002. For more information, visit www.umlcert.org.

About OMG

OMG™ is an international, open membership, not-for-profit computer industry standards consortium. OMG Task Forces develop enterprise integration standards for a wide range of technologies and an even wider range of industries. OMG's modeling standards enable powerful visual design, execution and maintenance of software and other processes. For more information, visit www.omg.org.

Note to editors: For a listing of all OMG trademarks, visit http://www.omg.org/legal/tm_list.htm. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE OMG

Cruise Shipping Virtual Registration Opens
September 8, 2010

Online registration for Cruise Shipping Virtual, the online event focusing on sustainability for the cruise industry, is now open at www.cruiseshippingvirtual.com.

Complimentary registration includes admission to the two educational webinars, opportunities to meet suppliers showcasing new products and services, and to network with industry leaders via live group chats.

Organized in association with Sustainable Travel International, the 1-hour webinars included in the virtual event will focus on sustainable tourism issues. These webinars are part of a three-tiered series for the Green Travel Certificate Program administered in partnership with Sustainable Travel International which will include both online and face-to-face conference sessions.

The focus of the Green Travel Certificate Program is to educate travel professionals and suppliers on the benefits associated with sustainable tourism. To participate in the program attendees must attend a designated number of sessions either online or at the physical event. Upon completion they will be supplied with a certificate and recognition at the Miami event representing that they have taken the initiative to learn about this important topic.

"The cruise industry is highly committed to minimizing our environmental footprint and contributing the conservation of the oceans and places we visit. By participating in Cruise Shipping Miami's Virtual Event - two webinars and the certificate program - you will help demonstrate to us that you are also committed to helping us in this important work," states Jamie Sweeting, Vice President, Environmental Stewardship & Global Chief Environmental Officer, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

Following is the webinar schedule:

Greening of the Supply Chain: 10:30 AM (EST)

Green supply chain management practices can help you open the door to new markets of consumers and can save you money. In this one-hour webinar / workshop, industry experts and leading vendors will share a variety of green solutions and doable options that teach you how to easily integrate sustainable supply chain management practices into your operations or refine your existing approach. This is turn will help reduce your environmental footprint and increase your level of corporate social responsibility and profitability.

Sustainable Tourism 101- Entering the World of Green Travel: 2:30 PM (EST)

In this one-hour webinar / workshop, you will be provided with an overview of the growing market of conscientious consumers and the global movement toward sustainable travel and tourism. It will cover the definitions of related terminology, the benefits of engaging in sustainability, related principles and concepts combined with case studies from around the world. You will leave this session with a clear understanding of sustainable tourism and the benefits of entering the world of green travel.

Note this schedule is subject to change.

The event takes place online on September 28, 2010.

There is no cost to attend this event however attendees do have to pre-register. To register please visit: https://presentations.inxpo.com/Shows/UBM/CSM/Registration/registration.html

EVENT CONTACT: Additional information for Cruise Shipping Virtual is available at www.cruiseshippingvirtual.com.

To learn about the Green Travel Certificate Program visit: http://www.cruiseshippingvirtual.com/certificate-program.html

EXHIBITING INFORMATION: Companies which are interested in exhibiting please email

sales@cruiseshippingmiami.com

About UBM Live

UBM Live is a wholly owned subsidiary of United Business Media plc (LSE: UBM) a leading provider of business information services to the maritime, travel, fashion, technology, healthcare, media, and property industries. UBM offers services in trade shows, online, news distribution, and publishing to customers across the globe. Its brands are represented in more than 30 countries and are organized into specialist teams that serve their business communities helping them excel in their market by working effectively and efficiently. For more information about United Business Media, go to http://www.unitedbusinessmedia.com .

About Sustainable Travel International

Sustainable Travel International (www.sustainabletravelinternational.org) is a globally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to promote sustainable development through responsible travel by providing programs that help travelers, businesses and destinations protect the environment, preserve cultural heritage and contribute to economic development.

SOURCE UBM Live

Barclays Corporate Launches With Brand Campaign
September 8, 2010

The Barclays Corporate brand was today launched throughout the UK, joining other key businesses within the Barclays Group in creating its own unique identity.

Using the new strap line, 'The Power to Help You Succeed', the brand campaign is built around innovative banking solutions for UK companies. This will be communicated through high profile print, online and outdoor advertising, client events, direct marketing and a new look website (http://www.barclayscorporate.com).

Barclays Corporate recently realigned within Barclays, moving from being part of the retail banking arm into the new Corporate and Investment Banking and Wealth Management division alongside Barclays Capital and Barclays Wealth, presenting increased client support synergies between these businesses. The campaign will therefore also highlight the crossover benefits for clients that closer alignment with Barclays Capital and Barclays Wealth can bring.

Richard French, Global Marketing Director, Barclays Corporate, said: "As our business is now focused on larger, more sophisticated corporates, our new brand must speak directly to this audience. From commercial property development in Birmingham to renewable energy generation in Ireland, our clients' stories are the vehicle in which our brand values are driven.

"The entire focus of the campaign is positioning the corporate bank as a financial partner for success, which will underline the fact Barclays Corporate is an organisation that truly understands the businesses of our clients, and their ambition, and brings together all the capabilities across the Barclays Group efficiently and in a way that will add significant value to their bottom line."

Running alongside the brand campaign will be 'In Perspective', a direct marketing/business advisory initiative combining face-to-face and virtual events, an email newsletter and an interactive website ( http://www.barclayscorporate.com/inperspective/) offering expert articles, targeted videos and market data, which will cover a broad range of themes from global trade issues to specific finance solutions.

"The new brand helps enable our client-facing relationship directors confidently articulate what Barclays Corporate stands for and just what we can deliver for our clients" French added.

About Barclays Corporate

With a clear focus on client relationships, Barclays Corporate provides integrated banking solutions to businesses with an annual turnover of more than GBP5 million or its currency equivalent. We serve our clients via a global network of relationship, industry sector and product specialist managers, who provide tailored solutions to meet their needs. These include lending, risk management, trade, cash and liquidity management, and specialist asset and sales financing. Additionally, clients are offered access to the products and expertise of other businesses in the Group, particularly the investment banking solutions of Barclays Capital and the private wealth management expertise of Barclays Wealth.

Barclays Corporate employs over 12,000 people globally. For more information please see http://www.barclayscorporate.com.

About Barclays

Barclays is a major global financial services provider engaged in retail banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking and wealth management with an extensive international presence in Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia. With over 300 years of history and expertise in banking, Barclays operates in over 50 countries and employs over 144,000 people. Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for 48 million customers and clients worldwide. For further information about Barclays, please visit our website http://www.barclays.com.

    Notes to Editors:

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True Value Kicks off 'Design SOS_ Friends to the Rescue!' Contest
September 8, 2010

Everyone has that one design-challenged friend who can't seem to part with their retro wood paneling, dated floral wallpaper or sea foam green carpet. But friends shouldn't let friends live with disastrous design – so it's time for do-it-yourselfers across the country to come together and stage a design intervention. To help make DIY dreams come true, True Value is hosting the "Design SOS: Friends to the Rescue" contest and asking Americans why their friend (or even their own abode) needs a design update!

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"We see quite a few design dilemmas across our community of home-improvement bloggers and sometimes even within our own friends' homes," said Aaron Olson, co-founder of the Houseblogs.net blog network. "We're thrilled to partner with True Value to promote this contest and help DIYers, and their friends, turn their home improvement mess into a success."

From September 2 to October 7, concerned DIYers who want to break free from dated décor, home improvement hang-ups or DIY distress can visit StartRightStartHere.com to submit a short entry and brief video or photos that show why a friend – or even themselves – needs a design intervention.

Beginning October 22, America will vote for the most disastrous design from among the top 10 finalists. The entry with the most votes will be announced in mid-November. The winning entry and the person who nominated it each will each win $2,500 to use at a local True Value store to complete their overdue updates and an in-person project consultation with a knowledgeable True Value "Master of All Things Hardwarian" who can provide practical DIY advice.

Visit StartRightStartHere.com for more information including contest rules and regulations. There you can explore the site's interactive "Idea House," filled with step-by-step project ideas for beginners and advanced DIYers, shopping lists and helpful home improvement tips. Additionally, you can stop in any True Value store for expert advice, project know-how and the tools to get your weekend projects done right.

About True Value

True Value Company, headquartered in Chicago, is one of the world's largest member-owned wholesale hardware cooperatives with sales of approximately $2 billion in annual revenue. The cooperative includes approximately 6,000 independent retailer locations operating under the store identities of True Value, Grand Rental Station, Taylor Rental, Party Central, Home & Garden Showplace and Induserve Supply. Additional information on True Value Company and its retail identities is available at TrueValueCompany.com.

For more information or JPEG images, contact Jennifer Noncek at 312-240-3130 or Jennifer.Noncek@Edelman.com.

SOURCE True Value

Meru Delivers the Most Secure FIPS 140-2 Compliant 802.11n Solution in the Marketplace
September 8, 2010

Meru Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: MERU), the leader in 802.11n virtualized wireless LAN solutions for enterprise networking, today announced that its SG1000 Wireless Security Gateway currently supports 802.11n deployments, making Meru the only wireless LAN (WLAN) solution provider delivering 802.11n solutions built to the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-2 Level 3 security specifications. Federal agencies, financial firms and commercial entities alike can experience the performance, predictability and scalability of Meru's 802.11n virtualized wireless LAN (WLAN) solutions with the highest security assurance available in the marketplace today.

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"The growth of wireless technology has created new security challenges for customers trying to provide a flexible but secure infrastructure. Our FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validation for 802.11n deployments is just one example of how Meru is leading and shaping the WLAN industry," said Ram Appalaraju, senior vice president, marketing, Meru Networks. According to the NIST Computer Security Division, Meru delivers the highest level of US Government FIPS security validation among WLAN vendors. Furthermore, our fully-integrated Service Assurance Platform offers comprehensive security functionality including rogue detection and mitigation in both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, a signature-based Wireless Intrusion Detection and Prevention (WIPS) to detect and counter wireless security issues.

Meru WLAN FIPS 140-2 Level 3 is the first to provide tamper-proof hardened epoxy shell devices that cannot function if broken and have the ability to be deployed without physical monitoring. Meru localizes the FIPS security services to a platform decoupled from, yet coexisting with, the overall WLAN, allowing the WLAN to be upgraded independent of the FIPS offering. As the only WLAN vendor to offer this level of secure architecture, Meru follows the principle of containing and separating critical security functions from non-security-related operations. Customers are able to use the latest available WLAN software without waiting for a year-long FIPS verification process that is required for each version and build of the cryptography firmware.

The SG1000 Wireless Security Gateway meets the Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8100.2 with use of Commercial Wireless Devices, Services, and Technologies in the DoD Global Information Grid (GIG). SG1000 supports over 3,000 users in one appliance, offers strong 802.11i AES encryption and uses certificate-based EAP-TLS to authenticate all users.

To access Meru's Security Gateway SG1000 Cryptographic Module Security Policy, please visit the NIST website. To view a complete list of companies with FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validation, go to NIST's Computer Security Resource Center.

Product Availability

The SG1000 FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Gateway is available with the AP300 Series access point and any controller.

About Meru Networks

Founded in 2002, Meru Networks provides a virtualized wireless LAN solution that cost-effectively optimizes the enterprise network to deliver the performance, reliability, predictability and operational simplicity of a wired network, with the advantages of mobility. Meru's solution represents an innovative approach to wireless networking that utilizes virtualization technology to create an intelligent and self-monitoring wireless network, and enables enterprises to migrate their business-critical applications from wired networks to wireless networks, and become all-wireless enterprises. Meru's solutions have been adopted in major industry vertical markets, including Fortune 500 enterprises, healthcare, education, retail, manufacturing, hospitality and government. Meru is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., and has operations in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. For more information, visit www.merunetworks.com or call (408) 215-5300.

This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding Meru Networks expectations, hopes, plans, intentions or strategies, including, but not limited to statements regarding Meru's ability to lead and shape the WLAN industry, the ability to support future Meru access points and wireless standards without requiring revalidation and without changing the gateway or security policies. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, as well as assumptions that, if they do not fully materialize or prove incorrect, could cause our results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties include those described in Meru Networks' documents filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to Meru Networks as of the date hereof, and Meru Networks assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

Meru Networks is a registered trademark of Meru Networks, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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September 8, 2010

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    1.2 Grid Off-Grid Inverter Application 6
    1.2.1 Grid PV Inverter 6
    1.2.2 Off-Grid PV Inverter 7
    1.3 PV Inverter Industry Chain 7
    1.4 PV Inverter Industry Development Trend 9

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    2.2 Raw Materials and Equipment Suppilers 11
    2.3 PV Inverter Technology Trends 11

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    and Forecast 13

    3.1 PV Inverter Productions Overview 13
    3.2 Global Regional PV Inverter Production Market Share 19
    3.3 Global and China PV Inverter Production by Grid Power Type 23
    3.4 Global and China PV Inverter Demand 26
    3.5 Global and China PV Inverter Supply Demand and Shortage 30
    3.6 2008-2014 Global PV Inverter Cost Price Production Value Profit
        Margin 31

    Chapter Four Global Major PV Inverter Manufacturers 31

    4.1 SMA (Germany) 31
    4.2 Fronius (Austria) 34
    4.3 Xantrex Technology (Canada) 37
    4.4 Satcon (US) 38
    4.5 Advanced Energy (US) 40
    4.6 KACO (Germany) 42
    4.7 Ingeteam (Spain) 46
    4.8 Delta Energy Systems (Germany) 48
    4.9 KOSTAL (Germany) 50
    4.10 STECA (Germany) 52
    4.11 DB Power (India) 54
    4.12 Siemens (Germany) 56
    4.13 Sunways (Germany) 59
    4.14 Green Power Technologies, S.L. (Spain) 61
    4.15 Enphase Energy (US) 64
    4.16 Gamesa (Spain) 66
    4.17 Helios Systems, S.L. (Spain) 68
    4.18 solutronic (Germany) 71
    4.19 Answerdrives (Italy) 73
    4.20 SRIO inverter (Italy) 75
    4.21 SILIKEN (Spain) 77
    4.22 LTi REEnergy (Germany) 79
    4.23 Eclipse Italia s.r.l. (Italy) 81
    4.24 E-Village Inc. (US) 83
    4.25 JEMA (Spain) 85
    4.26 Outback Power System (US) 87
    4.27 ApolloSolar (US) 89
    4.28 Solar-Farbrik (Germany) 91
    4.29 Ammini (India) 93
    4.30 PV Powered (US) 95

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Medtronic Announces First European Implant of New Drug-eluting Stent at Southampton General Hospital, UK
September 8, 2010

- Resolute Integrity Stent Launched in the UK

Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT), announces the CE (Conformite Europeene) mark and international launch of the Resolute Integrity Stent System for the treatment of coronary artery disease, a leading cause of death and poor quality of life.

Now available in the UK, and implanted for the first time in Europe at Southampton General Hospital, the Resolute Integrity Stent System features a novel drug-eluting coronary stent with superior deliverability - the ability of the device to traverse the patient's vasculature and reach the blockage in the heart artery. Based on the engineering advance of continuous sinusoid technology, the Resolute Integrity Stent System has been shown in bench testing and in blinded in vivo physician assessment studies to be significantly more deliverable than the current market-leading alternatives.

Coupled with the MicroTrac delivery system, continuous sinusoid technology improves deliverability without compromising other important stent design characteristics like radial strength. It also improves the stent's conformability - the ability of the stent to conform to the natural shape of the vessel and maintain apposition to the vessel wall after inflation with the balloon catheter.

Medtronic offers a portfolio of bare-metal and drug-eluting stents to address the spectrum of clinical need for patients with coronary artery disease. The Resolute Integrity drug-eluting stent (DES) combines continuous sinusoid technology with two key elements of the original Resolute DES: the cytostatic antiproliferative drug zotarolimus and the highly biocompatible BioLinx polymer.

"The Resolute Integrity Stent System provides superior deliverability and powerful performance for complex daily practice," said Sean Salmon, vice president and general manager of Medtronic's coronary and peripheral division. "It offers physicians a compelling new treatment option for patients with coronary artery disease."

Medtronic is committed to advancing the treatment of cardiovascular disease through collaboration with leading clinicians, researchers and scientists worldwide.

About Medtronic

Medtronic, Inc. (http://www.medtronic.com), headquartered in Minneapolis, is the global leader in medical technology - alleviating pain, restoring health and extending life for millions of people around the world.

Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties such as those described in Medtronic's periodic reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results may differ materially from anticipated results.

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Barclays Corporate Launches With Brand Campaign
September 7, 2010

The Barclays Corporate brand was today launched throughout the UK, joining other key businesses within the Barclays Group in creating its own unique identity.

"The new brand helps enable our client-facing relationship directors confidently articulate what Barclays Corporate stands for and just what we can deliver for our clients" French added.

About Barclays Corporate

Barclays Corporate employs over 12,000 people globally. For more information please see http://www.barclayscorporate.com.

About Barclays

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    For more information please contact:
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Tesco Creates Exclusive DVD Premier Feature Film
September 7, 2010

Tesco has teamed up with Amber Entertainment, a new media company, in a ground-breaking partnership to create exclusive DVD Premier feature films based on works from some of the world's best-selling authors.

The films will be initially available exclusively as DVDs through Tesco stores, online, and through Tesco Direct.

The first film out on DVD, 'Paris Connections', is being produced with legendary best-selling author Jackie Collins, whose 27 New York Times bestsellers have collectively sold over 400 million copies worldwide.

'Paris Connections' which was produced in France, is released on DVD exclusively at Tesco stores from 6 September.

"This ground-breaking relationship with Amber Entertainment is a significant development for Tesco and the first of its kind for the industry," said Rob Salter, Tesco Entertainment Director. "It demonstrates our commitment to offering the very best in entertainment. Through this partnership we will be able to offer our customers an exclusive window to own a first-run film from a range of well known authors."

"Home entertainment is a big opportunity for Tesco both in store and online," Salter continued. "We are working hard to develop ourselves as a multichannel retailer, giving customers the option to buy in store, online or though our catalogue. Partnerships such as this enable us to offer customers even more than a standard entertainment retailer."

Jackie Collins said, "I love the concept of creating quality DVDs I know my readers will enjoy. It's an innovative idea to partner with Tesco, and gives the consumer something exclusive."

In addition to three more planned films in the "Connections" series to be produced with Jackie Collins, Amber is also negotiating for the works of many other blockbuster authors for Tesco releases this year and next including Philip Pullman, Judy Blume, Dick & Felix Francis, Karin Slaughter, Jacqueline Wilson and Anne Perry.

Amber Entertainment, based in London and Los Angeles, was created in 2009 by New Line Cinema veterans Ileen Maisel, Mark Ordesky, and Jane Fleming, alongside renowned documentary and television producer Lawrence Elman. The company combines the acquisition of diverse intellectual property rights and their conversion into feature films, television, documentaries, interactive entertainment, publishing, direct-to-consumer platforms, and consumer products.

Ileen Maisel, founding Amber partner, said, "We created Amber Entertainment to celebrate and expand the impact of authors and their stories across the ever-growing new media landscape. This partnership with Rob Salter and the fantastic team at Tesco is exactly the sort of new paradigm for delivering content to audiences that is the future of the entertainment industry."

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LG Electronics, Best Buy Team Up to Bring College Football in 3D to FedExField
September 7, 2010

As Virginia Tech and Boise State face off Monday night in the first NCAA® college football game broadcast in 3D, LG Electronics USA and Best Buy are joining forces to bring the 3D experience to college football fans at FedExField™.

At the Labor Day game, broadcast by ESPN 3D, fans at the stadium will be able to experience the game in 3D at Best Buy-LG kiosks built around eight 55-inch LG Infinia LX9500 3D HDTVs on the Club Level of the stadium. Fans will experience college football, delivered to the LG screens by DIRECTV, in a whole new dimension. Representatives from Best Buy will be staffing the kiosks to answer questions about the new 3D technology and highlight the world's first Full LED 3D HDTVs.

"There's nothing like experiencing a college football game live, especially when two of the top five ranked teams are playing each other. LG is adding to the experience with 3D viewing at FedExField, providing fans with 'Something Better' during the game," said Jay Vandenbree, senior vice president, sales, LG Electronics USA. "As an NCAA corporate partner, we are proud to partner with Best Buy to showcase this first-ever 3D broadcast of an NCAA college football game."

To help promote 3D for the entire stadium audience, Best Buy and LG are sponsoring a special fan appreciation event. Between the first and second quarters, one lucky fan will have the opportunity to toss a football to win an LG 3D home entertainment package including an LG Infinia 3D HDTV, LG 3D Blu-ray Disc player and two pairs of LG 3D glasses.

In addition to being an NCAA Corporate Partner, LG Electronics also is the official HDTV of FedExField, with more than 300 LG LCD screens positioned throughout the stadium.

"Thanks to LG and Best Buy, our Club Level guests will have a special experience at the game, viewing college football in 3D for the first time," said Mitch Gershman, chief marketing officer of the Washington Redskins. "This builds on our alliance with LG Electronics, which is a strong technology partner for the Redskins and FedExField."

The LG LX9500's proprietary Full LED Slim technology elevates picture quality with LED backlighting that supports detailed local dimming for improved contrast and detail, while also allowing for a sleek frame with an ultra-slim .92-inch wide bezel for a virtually borderless look.

Available at Best Buy's Magnolia stores, the set itself measures less than an inch thick at its thinnest point. This state-of-the-art HDTV, which works with the use of active shutter glasses and an emitter built directly into the television, provides deeper black levels, sharper colors and an overall uniform picture quality that typically could not be achieved on an ultra-thin set. With an astonishing 480Hz refresh rate, LED local dimming, 2D THX Certification and its eye-catching super-slim frame, the LX9500 is a stunning display whether the power is on or off.

For more information about LG Electronics, please visit www.lg.com.

About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances and business solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. LG Electronics USA is an Official Corporate Partner of the NCAA. LG Electronics USA Business Solutions is official technology partner of the Washington Redskins and FedExField. For more information, please visit www.LG.com.

For a small percentage of the population, the viewing of stereoscopic 3D video may cause discomfort such as dizziness or nausea. If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue using the 3D functionality and contact your health care provider. 3D glasses required and sold separately.

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Home Service to Offer Water Service Line Protection Plan to Select Homeowners in Illinois
September 7, 2010

Home Service, a leading provider of home emergency repair programs with hundreds of thousands of policies in place, is doing their share to keep homeowners protected. Previously reaching customers through partner utility companies, Home Service has announced that they will be offering their protection program directly to select area homeowners.

The water service line is the pipe that brings freshwater into a home and it is typically the homeowner's responsibility to maintain it. On most properties, this line starts from the curb or well casing and goes all the way into the home, connecting to the water heater, sinks, showers and more. Temperature changes, shifting soil or the age of the line can all be causes of damage. Many times this will result in a loss of water pressure or a loss of water altogether. In other instances, the effects will not be noticed until there is a spike in the water bill due to an underground leak.

Home Service is able to offer emergency solutions that protect homeowners from the hassle and expense of unexpected repairs. "Emergencies do happen and unfortunately, there's very little someone can do to prepare for them," says Jonathan King, Chief Executive Officer of Home Service. "Rather than having to scramble and pay thousands of dollars in the midst of a home emergency, Home Service takes care of the legwork from start to finish."

Home Service will be offering its Water Service Line Protection Plan via a direct mail campaign. This plan offers consumers thousands of dollars in coverage for a low monthly fee. When enrolled in the program, customers have access to a 24-hour emergency hotline that will dispatch a Home Service contractor to make any necessary repairs.

Home Service has established a locally based network of licensed and qualified contractors to serve the area. Every contractor is fully screened, assessed and trained before joining the Home Service network and making repairs at the policyholder's home. "We aim to provide every customer with first class service and make sure that our contractors do the same," says King.

About Home Service

Home Service USA Corp (HSUSA) is an independent provider of homeowner assistance services. The company was established in 2003 and has grown to protect hundreds of thousands of homeowners against the expense and inconvenience of water, electrical and other home emergencies.

For more information about Home Service, please go to www.hsusacorp.com.

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Simple Finance Technology Corp. Raises _2.9m Series A for BankSimple
September 6, 2010

Simple Finance Technology Corp., the makers of BankSimple (https://banksimple.com), a service for those who wish banking were easy, announced the close of a $2.9 million Series "A" round of financing. First Round Capital, IA Ventures and Village Ventures led the round, with support from Jerry Neumann, SV Angel, Nauiokas Park and several, as yet, unannounced angel investors.

BankSimple was born out of its founders' frustration with the difficulty of banking. "Banks trap their customers with overly complicated and fee heavy products," said CEO Josh Reich. "Most people want to simply earn more interest, pay less for borrowing and avoid bureaucracy."

With BankSimple's Safe to Spend™ balance, it is easy for customers to understand how much money is available to spend, taking into account upcoming bills, the frequency of their deposits and any savings goals. BankSimple lets customers build their own savings targets and helps customers track their progress and learn how to reach their goals faster.

By partnering with select banks to operate treasury and regulatory compliance, BankSimple is able to offer FDIC insured products and is free to focus on providing customers with the best experience possible. Says Reich, "We're not a bank. We're better."

Said Roger Ehrenberg, managing partner at IA Ventures, "Large banks are unable to innovate or compete on customer service because they are bound by legacy technology. As a result, banks market their products based on headline interest rates, but consumers are losing more to fees and charges than they're gaining on interest. There is a total lack of differentiation in banking on the offerings that actually matter to customers. BankSimple aims to change this."

This round of financing is a critical step toward the public launch of BankSimple. In the coming months, the company will finalize plans with its partner financial institutions. Following this, BankSimple will begin inviting customers to test the service. Said Reich, "With over 20,000 people already waiting to join, our goal is to provide them nothing less than an unparalleled level of personal customer service. Once we provide the best possible experience to everyone, then we'll open the service to everyone."

The company is led by Josh Reich, a data scientist with expertise in both marketing and financial service analytics. Chief Financial Officer, Shamir Karkal was a management consultant with McKinsey & Company, where he specialized in the banking and payments industry. Chief Technology & Product officer, Alex Payne was an early employee at Twitter, where he built the Twitter developer platform. He also has experience as an information security contractor in the military and intelligence sector.

About BankSimple

BankSimple partners with chartered banks to provide FDIC insured products and gives customers a simple, worry-free banking experience. Customers receive a BankSimple-branded debit card that enables access to the nation's largest network of fee-free ATMs. The BankSimple service includes intuitive online and mobile interfaces, free online bill payment, fast and painless money transfers and responsive customer service via the phone and web and an open API for third-party developers. BankSimple is supported by leading investors, including First Round Capital, IA Ventures and Village Ventures. For more information, visit us at banksimple.com or follow us on Twitter at @banksimple.

For more information, contact: Joshua Reich, 718 855 8231

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LG Electronics, Best Buy Team Up to Bring College Football in 3D to FedExField
September 6, 2010

In addition to being an NCAA Corporate Partner, LG Electronics also is the official HDTV of FedExField, with more than 300 LG LCD screens positioned throughout the stadium.

For more information about LG Electronics, please visit www.lg.com.

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Home Service to Offer Water Service Line Protection Plan to Select Homeowners in Illinois
September 6, 2010

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Home Service to Offer Water Service Line Protection Plan to Select Homeowners in Oklahoma
September 6, 2010

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LG Electronics, Best Buy Team Up to Bring College Football in 3D to FedExField
September 5, 2010

In addition to being an NCAA Corporate Partner, LG Electronics also is the official HDTV of FedExField, with more than 300 LG LCD screens positioned throughout the stadium.

For more information about LG Electronics, please visit www.lg.com.

About LG Electronics USA

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Home Service to Offer Water Service Line Protection Plan to Select Homeowners in Missouri
September 5, 2010

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Home Service to Offer Water Service Line Protection Plan to Select Homeowners in Oklahoma
September 5, 2010

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Home Service to Offer Water Service Line Protection Plan to Select Homeowners in Connecticut
September 5, 2010

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TI delivers industry's first 2.4-GHz system-on-chip fully optimized for ZigBee RF4CE remote controls
September 5, 2010

Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today introduced the first fully optimized IEEE 802.15.4 system-on-chip for remote control applications. The CC2533 enables single-chip remote controls to be built with lower power, higher reliability and lower bill-of-materials (BOM) cost than alternative devices, and it provides an out-of-the-box solution for home entertainment devices (TVs, set top boxes, Blu-Ray players and home theaters). TI also offers the free RemoTI™ protocol stack with reference designs and sample applications to implement remote controls and target controllers for fast time to market. The CC2533 is the industry's first device designed specifically for the ZigBee RF4CE chip market, building upon the successful CC2530 system-on-chip released in May 2009. To order development kits and samples, see www.ti.com/cc2533-pr.

"Texas Instruments has played a critical role in the development of the ZigBee RF4CE standard and TI's portfolio of low-power RF hardware and software will drive even stronger penetration of RF4CE in next-generation consumer electronics," said Bas Driesen, chairman of the RF4CE Steering Committee. "As consumers continue to demand new capabilities and innovation, ZigBee RF4CE delivers the enabling technology to give users a unique and improved living room experience."

ZigBee RF4CE, first announced in March 2009, is a standardized specification for radio-frequency communications that enables faster, more reliable and greater flexibility for devices to operate from larger distances. It removes the line-of-sight and field-of-vision barriers in today's IR (infrared) remotes. With its two-way communication, ZigBee RF4CE opens the door to a whole new set of capabilities and consumer experiences.

CC2533: Key features and benefits

On-chip memory: Offers options of 64-KB and 96-KB in-system programmable Flash optimized for ZigBee RF4CE applications; provides pin-compatible upgrade path to CC2531 with 256 KB of Flash and USB interface.
Low power: Four flexible power modes offer lowest current consumption, including a 1-uA sleep mode, allowing up to 10 times longer battery life compared to IR-based remote controls.
Best performance: Device integrates a best-in-class transceiver with a typical receiver sensitivity of -97 dBm and output power of 7 dBm.
Rich peripheral set: 5-channel DMA, 23 GPIOs, 2 USARTs, SPI, I2C and 4 timers allows for additional system integration with user interface, reducing overall system BOM.
Free stack: TI offers a free, downloadable software stack, RemoTI network protocol, reference designs and tools to ensure customers have everything needed for system development.

Pricing and availability

The CC2533 is in production and available now in a QFN-40 package. Pricing starts at $1.99 in quantities of 10,000 units.

Reference designs and development kits

Start your development today with a reference design or comprehensive evaluation kit that provides all the hardware and software necessary to evaluate the CC2533:

CC2533 reference design (CC2533EM-REFDES).
RemoTI target module reference design (REMOTI-REFDES).
Basic RF4CE development kit (CC2533DK-RF4CE-BA).
Basic CC2533 development kit (CC2533DK).
Evaluation module kit (CC2533-EMK).

Find out more about TI's low-power RF portfolio at the links below:

Order CC2533 development kits and samples: www.ti.com/cc2533-pr.
TI E2E™ Low-Power RF community: www.ti.com/lprf-forum.
Low-power RF portfolio and selection guide: www.ti.com/lprf-pr.

ZigBee RF4CE: More flexibility and control

The ZigBee RF4CE specification operates in the 2.4GHz unlicensed frequency band and enables worldwide operation, low power consumption and rapid response time. It allows omni-directional and reliable two-way wireless communication, channel agility for enhanced co-existence with other 2.4GHz wireless technologies, simple secure set-up and configuration. For more details, visit www.zigbee.org/rf4ce.

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments (NYSE: TXN) helps customers solve problems and develop new electronics that make the world smarter, healthier, safer, greener and more fun. A global semiconductor company, TI innovates through manufacturing, design and sales operations in more than 30 countries. For more information, go to www.ti.com.

Trademarks

RemoTI and TI E2E are trademarks of Texas Instruments. ZigBee is a registered trademark of the ZigBee Alliance. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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NW Rugs Offers Exclusive Sale for Labor Day Weekend with Significant Savings On All Rug Designs and Styles
September 5, 2010

With Labor Day weekend less than a day away, many retailers are slashing prices on popular and less-popular items alike in order to clear the way for new seasonal inventories. Gadget stores, clothing stores, instrument stores, mechanics, and furniture outlets are all offering sales on select merchandise this year, but one store in particular is offering significant discounts on ALL of its inventory.

NW Rugs, a rug dealer with seven locations in California, Oregon, and Nevada, boasts 20,000 square foot showrooms, each of which offers over 25,000 imported and domestic rug styles. Through the Labor Day weekend, every single one of the rugs on NW Rugs' online inventory is on sale, with some prices being discounted over 50% off. On the NW Rugs website, www.NWrugs.com, shoppers can browse through hundreds of rug styles, based on style, brand, shape, or color in order to easily find what they're looking for. Persian/Oriental/traditional rug styles are an import part of the NW Rugs inventory, and over 200 of these rugs are available online, all of which are on sale for Labor Day. In addition, all contemporary, Southwestern, transitional, shag, casual, and animal print rug styles are included in the sale as well.

As an added convenience to its customers, NW Rugs is offering FREE shipping on all orders made within the continental United States. Shoppers from all over the lower 48 states now have access to the hundreds of rugs NW has on sale for Labors Day, and they can get them shipped to their doors at no extra charge. This is in stark contrast to some other rug dealers who claim to have big sale events, only to blow up shipping costs in order to turn a bigger profit.

The NW Rugs inventory includes a wide variety of craftsmanship and prices for its rugs. Shoppers are able to purchase the rug that best fits their budget; whether it's a hand tufted/woven rug imported straight from Iran, or a domestic machine-loomed reproduction, shoppers can find the rugs they want at the best prices around with the Labor Day sale. For those who live near one of its seven showrooms, NW encourages shoppers to visit and check out the more extensive in-store selection for rug styles not yet available on the website.

To browse the NW Rugs Labor Day Sale inventory, visit online at www.NWrugs.com

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Mobile Marketing Association Announces Repositioning
September 4, 2010

The MMA (Mobile Marketing Association) (www.mmaglobal.com) today announced a repositioning to enhance the MMA's effectiveness at the global, regional and national levels, and to create additional membership benefits. The repositioning is based on feedback from a survey of members and non-member companies, across four regions, representing all players in the mobile marketing value chain; on a global market assessment, its challenges and its opportunities; and the expanded MMA global presence. The objective was to identify ways that the organization could evolve to better meet members' needs and provide greater visibility for the mobile marketing opportunity.

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The repositioning also acknowledges the changing face of mobile marketing. "In its formative years, the MMA placed great emphasis on helping build a global industry, creating standards and guidelines to support the growth of a new industry," said Federico Pisani Massamormile, the MMA's Global Board Chairman and Interim CEO. "In many ways, the need to act as evangelists for the mobile channel has evolved into to a need to get brands and agencies to increase spend on a channel they're now aware of. Marketers understand the need to include mobile in their plans, but still need support to find the right role for mobile in the marketing mix. We aim to make mobile an indispensable part of the marketing mix."

The repositioned MMA will concentrate its efforts on what it believes to be the five building blocks of the industry. The MMA will:

Promote the channel, the industry and individual member companies to brands and agencies in order to create more commercial opportunities for its members, demonstrating that membership creates a competitive advantage for companies.
Educate brands, agencies and consumers about the full scale and scope of the mobile marketing channel, highlighting its advantages and benefits.
Measure by creating and developing authoritative measurement, metrics and insight into the size, growth, trends and effectiveness of mobile marketing.
Guide by continuing to create and develop guidelines, best practices and standards designed to ease the planning, purchase and implementation of mobile marketing.
Protect the opportunity by representing the industry before regulators and legislators and by managing industry self-regulatory programs to maximize public and industry confidence in mobile marketing, lower barriers to entry and minimize non-economic costs of doing business.

"The MMA recognizes that the mobile marketing industry has evolved and therefore have refocused our efforts to meet member demands," said Paul Berney, MMA CMO and managing director for EMEA. "This refocus on the five building blocks gives us greater clarity around the products and services we need to provide members to support them and to provide even more benefits."

To support this new positioning the MMA has also unveiled its new visual identity at the MMA Forum in Sao Paulo, which is taking place today at the Blue Tree Hotel and includes speakers from Alcatel-Lucent, Johnson & Johnson, Unilever Brasil, Turner Latin America, Turkcell and more. "We wanted a new brand that reflects the theme of building blocks and with a new, sharp, modern and dynamic look that reflects the new personality and positioning of the MMA," Pisani said. "The MMA Forum is an important moment for our members and we wanted to give them a more complete and engaging experience."

Follow live what is happening via our tweets @mmaforum or visit www.mobilemarketingforum.com.

About the Mobile Marketing Association (MMA)

The Mobile Marketing Association (MMA) is the premier global non-profit trade association representing all players in the mobile marketing value chain. With more than 700 member companies, the MMA is an action-oriented organization with global focus, regional actions and local relevance. The MMA's primary focus is to establish mobile as an indispensable part of the marketing mix. The MMA works to promote, educate, measure, guide and protect the mobile marketing industry worldwide. The MMA's global headquarters are located in the United States and it has regional chapters including North America (NA), Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Latin America (LATAM and Asia Pacific (APAC)) branches. For more information, please visit www.mmaglobal.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Valerie Christopherson
Global Results Comm. (GRC)
P:+1 949 608 0276
E: mma@globalresultspr.com

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Southern Snack Producer Spruces Up Mancaves with Contest
September 4, 2010

Southern Recipe, a pork rind leader produced by Rudolph Foods – one of the world's largest manufacturers of pork rinds – is launching their first Win The Ultimate Mancave contest from September 15 through November 30. Entrants in the southeast region are encouraged to share photos or video of their mancave along with a description for the chance to win a "man space" makeover. The contest is being held as a salute to the mancave dwellers that stock up on the tastiest crunch in the south.

Each photo or video and its description will be evaluated based on man appeal, humor and creativity in messaging. Eligible mancaves may be in basements, garages, front porches or anywhere mancave men go to enjoy life. A panel of Southern Recipe judges will select five winners in total. One grand prize winner will have their photo featured on ExploreMancave.com and will win a $3,500 mancave makeover, choosing from prizes such as a big screen TV, Surround Sound Stereo or 'real man' furniture. The second-place winner will receive a kegerator and three third-place winners will win a tailgate kit consisting of Southern Recipe snacks along with a t-shirt, Koozie, bottle opener and mini-grill set.

"The mancave is an everyday macho getaway," says Mark Singleton, VP of Marketing and Sales for Rudolph Foods. "Offering all the pork rind crunchers out there a chance to Win The Ultimate Mancave is a great opportunity for us to tip our hats and say 'hey, every guy deserves an awesome mancave'. Winning a big screen TV, Surround Sound Stereo or a room full of 'Real Man Furniture' doesn't hurt either!"

To obtain additional contest information and to enter the contest, consumers may complete an entry form at www.ExploreMancave.com, via email at SouthernRecipe@RMDadvertising.com, online at www.facebook.com/SouthernRecipe or www.twitter.com/SouthernRecipe. No purchase is necessary to participate.

About Southern Recipe

Southern Recipe is the tastiest snack in the South and is produced by Rudolph Foods Company, Inc., one of the world's largest suppliers of branded and private-label snack products including the world's largest manufacturer of pork rinds. Southern Recipe is solely dedicated to providing its customers with the best quality products and the highest levels of customer service at the best price. For additional information, please call 1-800-241-7675, or visit www.ExploreMancave.com.

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Home Service to Offer Water Service Line Protection Plan to Select Homeowners in Colorado
September 4, 2010

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PingGadget, A Next-Generation Microblogging and Social Media Platform, Launched August 31
September 4, 2010

Microblogging, famous for its 140 character limit, just got better. At an event hosted by the University of Portland on August 31, PingGadget is set to launch the beta version of its next-generation microblogging and social media service. PingGadget allows users to communicate with one another, stay connected to what is going on around them, and build custom groups specific to their location and interests – all through the microblogging protocol of 140 characters, photos up to 1MB, and video up to 8 MB.

PingGadget is a free service and users can sign-up at PingGadget.com.

"We saw an opportunity to make some significant improvements for existing users as well as those new to microblogging," said Dennis Moulton, co-founder of PingGadget. "In addition to staying connected to the people you care about and are interested in, we designed the PingGadget system to help users stay connected to what is going on around them within their location."

The PingGadget service specifically focuses on location-centric benefits and use cases and includes a powerful location and category directory. PingGadget features a 493 city location directory with a custom topic directory, including location-centric topics like jobs, classifieds, recycled goods, events, nightlife, music, and volunteering opportunities.

PingGadget can also support custom groups.

"Everything from bird watching to you-name-it hobby or interest can have real-time representation to benefit interested users," Moulton said.

Millions of Americans participate in microblogging as a means to stay in touch with friends and connect with like-minded users. However, only a small percentage of users have active accounts. According to social media analytics provider Sysomos, about 5% of microbloggers create 75% of all activity. PingGadget, with its powerful location-centric and category tools, provides more value to users and with the goal of increasing activity rates.

"Beyond the current usage for entertainment and broadcast, so much more is available with microblogging," said Moulton. "We believe PingGadget's unique benefits will go a long way for the everyday user, making microblogging simple, more productive, useful, and fun."

Nguyen and Moulton are entrepreneurs with strong hi-tech backgrounds. The two University of Portland class of 2005 alumni met in 2009 at an awards ceremony where both were recognized as "Significant 75" alumni of the University's Pamplin School of Business.

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Tibotec Pharmaceuticals Seeks European Marketing Authorization for Investigational Once-Daily HIV Treatment TMC278
September 4, 2010

Tibotec Pharmaceuticals today announced its submission of a Marketing Authorisation Application (MAA) to the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for TMC278 (rilpivirine, as hydrochloride), an investigational non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) for the treatment of HIV. The proposed indication would make TMC278 available for once-daily use with other antiretroviral agents in treatment-naive HIV-1-infected adults.

It is estimated that 33.4 million people are living with HIV worldwide,[1] 2.3 million of which are in Europe.[2] Research shows that antiretrovirals have helped to extend life expectancy for people living with HIV.[3] However, new treatments are needed which suppress the replication of the virus while also minimizing the occurrence of unwanted side effects.[4]

The TMC278 filing is based on an extensive global clinical development programme involving more than 1,350 patients[5] in over 20 countries. If approved, TMC278 would help to expand the treatment options for people living with HIV.

"Thanks to advances in treatment, people with HIV are living longer than ever before, which is made possible by continuous research for new and improved treatments," said Eric Lefebvre, Medical Director at Tibotec. "The EMA regulatory submission for TMC278 represents an important part of our ongoing commitment to HIV and to helping patients receive the treatment and care they need."

Pending EMA approval, Tibotec will commercialize TMC278 in the European Union. Tibotec has also submitted new drug applications in the US and Canada, and regulatory submissions for TMC278 in other countries are expected in the coming months. Tibotec has entered into a license and collaboration agreement with Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD) for the development and commercialization of a once-daily fixed-dose combination of TMC278 and Gilead's Truvada(R) (emtricitabine and tenofovir disoproxil (as fumarate)).

About TMC278

TMC278 is an investigational NNRTI, which blocks the reverse transcriptase, a key enzyme the HIV virus uses to replicate. The regulatory application for TMC278 is based on the 48-week results of two pivotal Phase 3 double-blind, randomized studies recently presented at the International AIDS Congress, known as ECHO (TMC278-TiDP6-C209) and THRIVE (TMC278-TiDP6-C215).5 The studies evaluated the efficacy, safety and tolerability of once-daily TMC278, in combination with two NRTIs, in treatment-naive HIV-1-infected adults, and both reached their primary objective of demonstrating non-inferiority of TMC278 vs. efavirenz in the percentage of patients achieving an undetectable viral load (less than 50 copies/mL) at week 48 (with a maximum allowable difference of 12 percent).5 The studies showed that TMC278 demonstrated significant improvements in tolerability, with lower rates of discontinuations due to adverse events including dizziness, abnormal dreams and nightmares, and rashes.5

About Tibotec Pharmaceuticals

Tibotec Pharmaceuticals, based in Cork, Ireland, is a pharmaceutical research and development company. The Company's main research and development facilities are in Beerse, Belgium, with offices in Titusville, NJ, USA. Tibotec is dedicated to the discovery and development of innovative HIV/AIDS drugs and anti-infectives for diseases of high unmet medical need.

About Tibotec, a division of Janssen-Cilag

Tibotec, a division of Janssen-Cilag, brings innovative products for HIV/AIDS to patients in Europe, the Middle East and Africa focusing on patients' and healthcare providers' specific needs in this disease domain. The company will also commercialise medicines to combat other viral diseases in the future.

About Janssen-Cilag

Janssen-Cilag is a leader in traditional and biological medicines in areas such as gastroenterology, women's health, mental health and neurology as well as for pain, oncology, haematology and nephrology.

Tibotec Pharmaceuticals and Janssen-Cilag are subsidiaries of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies.

Truvada is a registered trademark of Gilead Sciences, Inc.

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UBM TechWeb's HDI Launches the HDI Desktop Support Manager Certification Program_ Three-Day Course to Be Offered Across the United States Beginning in November
September 4, 2010

HDI (http://www.thinkhdi.com), a global association for IT service and technical support professionals and the premier certification body for the industry, today announced the release of the HDI Desktop Support Manager certification program.

The HDI Desktop Support Manager certification verifies that desktop support managers possess the knowledge of best and common practices necessary to successfully manage the operational and tactical components of a support organization while strategically aligning with the needs of the business. The program aims to meet the unique needs of those who manage desktop support functions and is recommended for both new and experienced desktop support managers. The course has been designed to build skills and help individuals prepare for the certification exam.

The certification exam and course are based on the new HDI Desktop Support Manager standard developed by the HDI International Certification Standards Committee.

"HDI sponsored the development of this certification in response to the needs of the industry," said Rick Joslin, HDI's executive director of certification and training. "The desktop support manager plays a critical role in every IT service organization, yet there is a lack of documented best practices and training for these professionals to leverage. Desktop support is only a few decades old as an industry. As the profession continues to mature, best practices must be identified to promote efficiency and effectiveness while delivering quality service. Desktop support managers need to invest in their own professional development and obtain certifications as recognition of their skills and knowledge in the industry."

The inaugural HDI Desktop Support Manager training class will be held in Chicago, IL, from November 2–4, 2010. Courses have also been scheduled in Los Angeles, New York City, Atlanta, Washington, DC, and Dallas during November and December. The course registration fee includes a certification exam; the certification exam can also be purchased separately. For more information, visit www.ThinkHDI.com/DSM or call 800.248.5667.

About HDI

HDI is a global IT service and technical support membership association and the industry's premier certification and training body. Guided by an international panel of industry experts and practitioners, HDI is the leading resource for IT service and technical support emerging trends and best practices. HDI provides members with a vast repository of resources, networking opportunities, and the largest industry event, the HDI Annual Conference & Expo. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, HDI offers training in multiple languages and countries. For more information, visit www.ThinkHDI.com or call +1 719.268.0174. HDI is part of UBM TechWeb.

About UBM TechWeb (http://www.ubmtechweb.com)

UBM TechWeb, the global leader in technology media and professional information, enables people and organizations to harness the transformative power of technology. Through its core businesses—media solutions, marketing services, and professional information—UBM TechWeb produces the most respected and consumed brands, applications, and services in the technology market. More than 14.5 million business and technology professionals (CIOs, IT and IT Support managers, Web and digital professionals, software and game developers, government decision makers, telecom providers and business executives) actively participate in UBM TechWeb's communities. UBM TechWeb brands include: global face-to-face events such as Interop, Game Developers Conference (GDC), Web 2.0, Black Hat, and VoiceCon; large-scale online networks such as InformationWeek, Light Reading, and Gamasutra; research, training, and certification services, including HDI, Pyramid Research, and InformationWeek Analytics; and market-leading magazines such as InformationWeek and Wall Street & Technology. UBM TechWeb is part of UBM, a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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AirTap Communications Announces Expansion Milestones
September 3, 2010

AirTap Communications, LLC, a leading provider of the latest WiMAX technologies delivering high speed wireless connections to remote locations, announced that it has completed a significant expansion of its wireless broadband coverage in the Gulf of Mexico and related coastal areas.

AirTap's innovative multi-point WiMAX coverage has been expanded with new broadband assets operating from additional locations offshore as well as additional towers along the coast. The expansion projects are part of a planned, multi-phase implementation schedule which when completed will cover all of the GoM shelf primary energy sectors.

David Heximer, AirTap President, said, "We are pleased to announce our expanded coverage areas and network capabilities. AirTap now has complete coverage of the central gulf coastline, encompassing almost 400 miles from Texas to Mississippi. Our high-speed, low-latency broadband coverage range is now in excess of 20,000 square miles of the GoM and its coastal areas."

AirTap operates the Gulf of Mexico's largest high speed, multi-point broadband network. Its pure digital, low latency technologies provide fast internet, high quality video, secure data and clear VoIP voice communications which until now have not been available in the GoM from a single network with wide area coverage. Using the latest cutting edge WiMAX technologies and fiber-backed, carrier-grade backhaul, AirTap enables enterprise class broadband solutions to remote locations.

http://www.airtap.com

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CODA Automotive to Launch the All-Electric CODA Sedan in Hawai'i in 2011
September 3, 2010

CODA Automotive, a privately held American company that designs, manufactures and sells all-electric vehicles and battery systems for transportation and utility related applications, today announced its intent to distribute the CODA Sedan to consumer and fleet customers in Hawai'i in the third quarter of 2011.

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The CODA Sedan will be one of the first affordably priced, all-electric vehicles on the road in the U.S. when CODA begins limited deliveries at the end of 2010. The CODA Sedan is a four-door, five-passenger car, powered by an all-electric drive system, including a CODA-designed 33.8 kWh Lithium-ion battery system with 40 percent more usable energy that any electric vehicle in its class. CODA's proprietary battery management and thermal management systems keep the battery within a specified temperature range which enhances safety and durability, and allows for a consistent and dependable range of up to 120 miles across all U.S. weather conditions.

"CODA Automotive's all-electric vehicle is another important addition to Hawai'i's efforts to transition to a clean energy economy," said Governor Linda Lingle. "The State of Hawai'i recognizes new electric vehicle technology and the electrification of the transportation sector will play a critical role in helping Hawai'i reduce its dependency on the use of fossil fuels and achieving our 70 percent clean energy goal by 2030."

Under the Hawai'i Clean Energy Initiative launched by Governor Lingle and the U.S. Department of Energy in 2008, Hawai'i's vision is to have clean energy account for 70 percent of its total energy needs by 2030.

"The government and leadership of Hawai'i has clearly demonstrated that they are aggressively supporting the adoption of all-electric vehicles through their rebate program and commitment to developing charging infrastructure," said Kevin Czinger, President and CEO, CODA Automotive. "We look forward to bringing relief to the people in the State of Hawai'i who are accustomed to traditionally high gas prices and are confident the CODA Sedan will meet all of their day-to-day driving needs."

Over 100,000 miles of use, each CODA Sedan will result in an average CO2 savings of 21.8 tons relative to a 25 MPG internal combustion engine-based car.

CODA Automotive executives are participating in the Asia-Pacific Clean Energy Summit (August 30 – September 2) at the Hawai'i Convention Center.

About CODA Automotive: Headquartered in Santa Monica, Calif., CODA Automotive™ is working to reduce dependence on oil and is leading the way to a cleaner future through advanced battery systems for its 100 percent electric car, other electric vehicle manufacturers and utility applications such as wind power storage. CODA is working in a smart, interdependent way with more than 30 leading global technology and manufacturing companies across four continents to quickly and efficiently bring electric drive technology to market. Through its exclusive battery system joint venture with Lishen Power Battery, Lio Energy Systems, CODA is also a large-scale producer of power battery systems for transportation and utility applications. CODA is slated to begin limited deliveries of its all-electric car in the fourth quarter of this year (2010). The CODA™ Sedan is a five-passenger, mid-size car with full rear seating and trunk space that is designed to meet American drivers' daily transportation needs without using an ounce of gasoline. For more information, please visit www.codaautomotive.com.

Contact:

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NewLeads' E-Fulfillment Saves Trade Show Exhibitors Thousands of Dollars
September 3, 2010

In its latest software release, NewLeads, Inc. offers exhibitors almost instant fulfillment of PDF documents for their trade show visitors. Already known for being the pioneer in the electronic capture of inquirer's information by using touch screen technology to capture leads on the show floor, NewLeads has added a new PDF fulfillment service. This service removes the gap of time between a show visitor's request for information in the booth and actually receiving the requested literature.

Once the booth visitor's contact information is scanned from their badge and they choose their products of interest, the NewLeads e-fulfillment system sends them an email with their PDF documents before they've even left the booth.

NewLeads E-Fulfillment Shaves 20-30% Off Typical Show Costs!

Traditional fulfillment processes require that the inquirer's name and products of interest be captured at the show, taken back to the company, and the requested information manually fulfilled by the exhibitor or an outside fulfillment service. This can take from a week to a month and cost the company on average $10.41 to $20 per inquiry.

Karl Becker, NewLeads COO, says, "A show costing $50,000 for booth rental (40 X 40 ft. booth), set-up, travel, etc., can attract 2,000 or more inquirers. Post-show fulfillment costs, which can easily reach $21,000, are usually buried and not visible to most corporate managers. For instance, data entry and 'pull-and-pack' labor can be $3 per literature request ($6,000 for 2,000 inquirers). Then the average printed literature package charge ($5 for envelope, letter or printed piece) pushes the cost up another $10,000. Add postage of $2.41 each (10 oz. large envelope), and you have another $4,820. So the total fulfillment cost can add $21,000 to a $40,000 show. Customers who use NewLeads' e-fulfillment system can save 20-30% of their show investment."

John Hasbrouck, President of NewLeads, adds, "The dollar savings is great, but sending your inquirer an email with a PDF link to their documents before they even leave the booth has tremendous value in shortening the sales cycle."

E-Fulfillment Application

A typical NewLeads customer might rent 4-6 systems for a trade show. Their PDF literature links are pre-imbedded into the rental system. As long as there is an available internet connection, literature fulfillment is launched as soon as the booth salesperson has swiped the visitor's badge and taken his or her request.

NewLeads has not added any additional cost to the rental of their trade show systems for this e-fulfillment service.

About NewLeads, Inc.

NewLeads recently celebrated its best year ever, offering trade show exhibitors a better solution to acquire and qualify trade show leads and to facilitate the exchange of information into clients' CRM systems and the active sales cycle.

SOURCE NewLeads, Inc.

Canadian Pharmacy Intermediary SaveRxCanada.com Enhances Online Shopping System
September 3, 2010

SaveRxCanada.com, the premier Canadian pharmacy intermediary since 2004, announced an enhancement to its full online shopping system.

SaveRxCanada.com has been at the forefront of connecting consumers to affordable Canada drugs though its unique network of licensed Canadian pharmacies and International online pharmacies.

SaveRxCanada.com has upgraded a number of features on its website (http://www.saverxcanada.com) to allow for better ease-of-use including an improved shopping cart, search tools, enhanced security with full digital encryption, and better customer service tools. These improvements allow patients to securely order their medications online in a safe and easy way. Patients will also be able to create their own account without the need to print any documents, allowing orders to be processed and shipped faster.

The site also suggests how customers can adjust order size to maximize further savings. The improved shopping cart is also enhanced by exceptional customer service features. Customers can call toll-free or access a 'live chat' feature and have questions answered in real time by a 'virtual' customer service advisor.

The new shopping cart and enhanced e-commerce tools are currently available on-line at http://www.saverxcanada.com.

About SaveRxCanada.com

SaveRxCanada.com is a prescription marketing broker, negotiating the best prices for its clientele. SaveRxCanada.com fills orders for thousands of uninsured individuals and clinics every year, offering considerable savings by taking advantage of cheaper international prices. All prescriptions are dispensed by licensed pharmacies and pharmacists located in Canada, Italy, the UK, New Zealand, India, Switzerland, South Africa, Israel, and Fiji.

For more information visit http://www.saverxcanada.com

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Leave the Car, Take the Concierge with You_ Mercedes-Benz Launches New Version of mbrace Mobile Application
September 3, 2010

As consumers increasingly turn to mobile devices to manage their lives from wherever they are, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has introduced an upgraded version of its mbrace telematics platform that connects the in-car navigation system in its vehicles with drivers' iPhones. Developed by its partner Hughes Telematics, Inc. (HTI), the new mbrace Mobile Application version 2.0 allows Mercedes-Benz customers to take their mbrace services with them when they leave their vehicles. Mercedes-Benz is the first manufacturer to extend connected services in this way.

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The mbrace Mobile Application version 2.0 builds on the automotive industry's first fully integrated smartphone application which was launched by Mercedes-Benz and HTI in November 2009. That application allows customers to use their phones to unlock their vehicles, locate their vehicles in crowded parking lots, and find nearby or preferred dealers among other services. Version 2.0 includes all of those features and also allows customers to seamlessly access Mercedes-Benz Concierge services while away from the vehicle. The concierge can access the caller's location information to deliver relevant entertainment recommendations, restaurant locations, directions, traffic updates and more. Requested destination information can then be sent directly from the concierge to an in-vehicle navigation system.

The new application also allows users to save multiple accounts in the log-in screen and assign nicknames, making it simple and quick to access multiple mbrace accounts from one device.

"Version 2.0 of the mbrace Mobile Application takes the convenience and connectivity of mbrace further than ever before, allowing customers to access connected services anywhere, anytime," said Sascha Simon, who heads up advanced product planning for MBUSA. "Imagine you're away from your car talking on your iPhone to Mercedes-Benz Concierge. The agent can provide you with a great restaurant suggestion and simultaneously send the destination both to your iPhone and into your car. That's what makes the system so great: the flexible architecture allows us to continually add new features as mobile technology evolves, keeping us on the cutting edge of innovation and connected services for our customers. This latest mobile application is a perfect example of that, and we will continue to add more features and connectivity on an ongoing basis."

In addition to the new mobile concierge service, Roadside Assistance on the iPhone also has been enhanced with the mbrace Mobile Application version 2.0 so that when a call is initiated, the customer's location information is transmitted to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Center, allowing for more efficient and accurate service in the time of need. In instances when the vehicle may not be accessible, may not have power, or is in an unknown location, the mobile application allows Mercedes-Benz to help their customers by pinpointing exactly where to send assistance.

As the first automaker to offer a mobile application truly integrated with the vehicle, MBUSA continues to be an industry leader in bringing new connected technology to market. For customers on-the-go, the mbrace Mobile Application provides simple and seamless connectivity to the ever-expanding set of Mercedes-Benz mbrace services.

"Mercedes-Benz mbrace was designed as a platform for continuous innovation," said Erik Goldman, president, HTI. "The release of mbrace Mobile Application version 2.0 extends new services beyond the vehicle, giving Mercedes-Benz customers the freedom to seamlessly enjoy personalized service even when they're not in the driver's seat. We look forward to working with Mercedes to continue expansion of the mbrace Mobile Application service and feature set, enabling enhanced connectivity and interaction between the mobile device and vehicle."

About Mercedes-Benz USA

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA), headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service for all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. MBUSA offers drivers the most diverse line-up in the luxury segment with 12 model lines ranging from the sporty C-Class to the flagship S-Class sedans and the SLS AMG supercar.

MBUSA is also responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans in the US. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found at www.mbusa.com and www.mbsprinterusa.com.

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About HTI

Hughes Telematics, Inc. ("HTI") (OTC Bulletin Board: HUTC and HUTCW) is a leader in implementing the next generation of connected services. Centered on a core platform of safety and security, the company offers a portfolio of location-based services for consumers, manufacturers, fleets and dealers through two-way wireless connectivity. Networkfleet, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of HTI located in San Diego, Ca., offers remote vehicle diagnostics, an integrated GPS tracking and emissions monitoring system for wireless fleet vehicle management. A majority owned subsidiary of HTI, Lifecomm, located in Atlanta, Ga., plans to offer mobile personal emergency response services through a wearable lightweight device with one-touch access to emergency assistance. Additional information about HTI can be found at www.hughestelematics.com.

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Rhomobile Announces RhoSync 2.0
September 2, 2010

Rhomobile today announced RhoSync 2.0, the latest version of the only open source sync server for enterprise data. RhoSync is a standalone server that keeps enterprise application data current and accessible on users' smartphones even when offline or disconnected. RhoSync 2.0 is the most scalable sync server through its first ever application of sync to "No SQL" databases. RhoSync 2.0 is available as a hosted Software as a Service on the RhoHub hosted service. Of particular note is that RhoSync 2.0 is now available to developers writing iPhone apps in Objective C (i.e. that aren't using the Rhodes framework).

"The robust performance quality and reliability of RhoSync allows us to offer data-intensive mobile applications that successfully integrate with existing enterprise applications," said Chris Hall, CEO of Logic Appeal. "With RhoSync, we know our cross-platform CRM application will consistently return updated customer data direct to users' smartphones."

RhoSync now performs its server data caching and incremental device update differencing via the open source Redis key value database. This provides a level of performance and scalability never before seen in mobile sync servers. RhoSync takes the massively scalable story of web services such as Twitter and Facebook (all operating on No SQL infrastructures) to the world of enterprise data sync.

RhoSync is now much easier to purchase and deploy as it is available as a production-quality hosted service on RhoHub (http://rhohub.com). RhoSync is also still available as an on-premises sync server that a developer or company can host.

Unlike other sync servers, RhoSync was built from the ground up to target the modern smartphone. RhoSync is the only sync server to use the modern smartphone's built-in push APIs as featured on the iPhone since the 3.0 SDK and the latest (RIM) BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES). Use of push-based sync allows mobile applications to receive near real-time data updates while ensuring that battery life is not drained on the device through polling.

RhoSync provides smartphone users access to synchronized offline data. Users are able to read and work with their information when offline or disconnected. RhoSync gives users the ability to interact with data locally before submitting data changes to enterprise application backends – a key feature in useful enterprise mobile applications.

RhoSync offers key benefits for mobile app developers who want to create data-intensive informational applications. As the only open source sync server under the GPL license, developers are not "locked-in" to proprietary vendor technology. RhoSync enjoys many key contributions from the wider open source community and in comparison to earlier sync products, RhoSync is cost-effective and easy to program. The typical RhoSync source adapter is less than a page of Ruby code and contains four significant methods: query, create, update and delete.

When used in conjunction with Rhodes, the cross-platform smartphone app framework, developers enjoy a simplified development process as all data is available locally and no effort is expended in connecting over http or https and parsing either XML or JSON as RhoSync handles those actions. All data is available in the local database and developers can use the OR to access it without writing SQL.

RhoSync 2.0 Features:

NEW: Most scalable data sync by using Redis for server data caching and differencing
NEW: Support for Objective C for iPhone development
NEW: Available for production runtime hosting via RhoHub
First synchronization server to use native smartphone push
Keeps enterprise application data current and available on smartphones (even when users are offline and disconnected)
Easy implementation by allowing rapid creation of source adapter (code size and effort is over 10 times smaller than implementing adapters with earlier synchronization servers)
Eliminates need for network programming and information retrieval from the device
First web services and SaaS focused sync server

Availability

RhoSync and the external RhoSync client Objective C library is available for installation and purchase at http://rhomobile.com/products/RhoSync. RhoSync is also available in Software as a Service in production at rhohub.com.

About Rhomobile

Rhomobile Inc. offers the world's leading only open source framework for enterprise mobility. Founded in 2008, the company's award winning software has thousands of active developers and is ideal for independent software vendors, system integrators and enterprises of all sizes. Rhomobile offers a comprehensive, modern, highly adaptable, and low cost solution for today's smartphone app developer. Rhomobile, headquartered in Campbell, CA, is a privately held company with backing from vSpring Capital. For more information, please visit http://www.rhomobile.com.

Media Contact:
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Overlay.TV and MarketLive Enhance Video Shopping Platform for AX Armani Exchange
September 2, 2010

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Overlay.TV and MarketLive Enhance Video Shopping Platform for A/X Armani Exchange

Breakthrough Clickable Video Technology Allows Retailer to Monetize Video Content on eCommerce Website

OTTAWA and PETALUMA, CA, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ - Overlay.TV, the leading video commerce provider for online retailers, and MarketLive, Inc., the leader in eCommerce software and solutions, today announced that joint customer, Armani/Exchange, will implement Overlay.TV's clickable video on their eCommerce site. The site, built on the MarketLive Intelligent Commerce Platform, utilizes Overlay.TV's powerful video commerce solution in the "How to Wear It" section of the A/X site. The end-to-end video solution will see the section transformed into an interactive video experience that is directly integrated with the A/X Armani Exchange seasonal collections and enhance customer engagement while increasing average order size.

The "How to Wear It" section provides style advice, trend tips, and highlights the chicest way for men and women to build their seasonal wardrobe. The new interactive video feature is completely integrated with the MarketLive platform and allows each item of clothing to be overlaid with a clickable hotspot, enabling users to get more information about a particular piece, or to purchase it directly.

Sharable, clickable video is a natural fit for A/X, as its core demographic is already highly engaged with online video and social media. Armani Exchange is always on the cutting edge and continues to create innovative solutions to bridge creativity and commerce. With Generation Y making up the greater percentage of online users who are open to new marketing channels, Armani Exchange has introduced online video shopping. This platform is a brand building solution as well as a direct interactive tool that provides useful style information to the A/X consumer.

"Shopping online and off line is still very much a "social experience" so giving our customers a chance to see new trends, get style tips from industry experts, and share this with their friends is an easy and natural extension of their online behavior. It's important to us to evolve our site to meet the expectations of our demographic. Our online marketing and merchandising tools must be easy to use, work with our target customer base, and be flexible and effective, and it must be fully integrated with the MarketLive platform" say A/X SVP, Brand Director Patrick Doddy. "The ability for us to get to market quickly and without managing multiple tools was a big advantage for us."

In the past year, retailers have been increasingly integrating video into their ecommerce arsenal, and video has emerged as an essential tool for increasing conversions, reducing return rates and providing a more lifelike representation of the product.

"There's no question that clickable video is going to be one of the strongest forces in ecommerce in the coming years," says Rob Lane, CEO of Overlay.TV. "Making content that's compelling, clickable and sharable moves online video down the funnel from marketing to direct sales, with measurable benefits at each stage."

As Overlay.TV continues to grow its customer base, native integrations with ecommerce platforms such as MarketLive will continue to reduce the barrier to entry for retailers to make the move to interactive video.

"We're thrilled to have Overlay.TV as a strategic partner," said Ralf VonSosen, VP of Product Management at MarketLive. "They're a leader in what they do, and their focus on using video to increase sales and reduce costs falls right in line with our philosophy."

About Overlay.TV

Overlay.TV provides video commerce solutions that enable brands and online retailers to boost sales and customer service through interactive, clickable video. Its clients include Zappos.com, Tory Burch and French Connection UK. Overlay.TV is a private company headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. For more information, please visit www.overlay.tv.

About MarketLive

Since 1995, MarketLive, Inc. (www.marketlive.com) has provided enterprise-class eCommerce retail technology and services that help fast-growing companies successfully sell goods and services online. Designed to meet the unique requirements of catalogers, retailers, direct marketers, and manufacturers, the extensible MarketLive(R) eCommerce Suite and MarketLive's best practices-based Intelligent Selling(R) methodology enable merchants to enhance their customers' experience online while dramatically improving acquisition, conversion, and retention rates. The MarketLive platform is the most retail-targeted, fully featured, customizable eCommerce solution on the market today. MarketLive powers successful retail eCommerce sites, including Peruvian Connection, Bon-Ton Stores, Sports Chalet, Vanity Shops, Gaiam, Helzberg, and Party City, Armani/Exchange and many others.

About A/X Armani Exchange

A/X Armani Exchange is accessible Armani, inspired by street-chic culture, fashionable dance music and everything that signifies freedom and personal style. Armani Exchange is the youthful label created by Italian designer and entrepreneur Giorgio Armani.

A/X Armani Exchange was launched in 1991, aimed at a new generation of fast-fashion consumers - an accessible collection offering urban, individual style. A/X Armani Exchange defines a new dress code with a collection that takes its cue from urban lifestyle and music culture.

Links:

How To Wear It for Women: http://www.armaniexchange.com/category/womens/how+to+wear+it.do

How To Wear It for Men: http://www.armaniexchange.com/category/mens/how+to+wear+it.do

SOURCE Overlay.TV

Kaiser Permanente Highlights the Importance of Integrated Health Care with New Ads Debuting in September
September 2, 2010

The seventh season of Kaiser Permanente's Thrive advertising campaign debuts today. This year, the ads focus on the importance of integrated health care and Kaiser Permanente's commitment to healthy families.

Previous campaigns have reinforced Kaiser Permanente's focus on prevention, wellness and "thriving" at every stage of life. The newest campaign, which includes television, radio, print and online ads, showcases Kaiser Permanente's integrated health care delivery system and the organization's commitment to the health and wellness of the whole family — beginning at birth. The new television ads — "Plus One," "Where Do Babies Come From?" and "Integrated Care" — emphasize services available to help Kaiser Permanente members thrive at different stages of life.

"These commercials expand on Kaiser Permanente's message of total health," said Debbie Cantu, vice president of brand marketing and advertising for Kaiser Permanente. "The ads 'Plus One' and 'Where Do Babies Come From?' celebrate children and families and underscore Kaiser Permanente's personalized approach to medicine. The 'Integrated Care' spot highlights the benefits of Kaiser Permanente's coordinated care. We are proud to emphasize our commitment to healthier communities and comprehensive care to promote a culture of wellness — Kaiser Permanente's point of differentiation."

The first ad, "Plus One," is a 30-second spot that illustrates all of the prenatal services available at Kaiser Permanente. Using the backdrop of a positive pregnancy test, the advertisement creatively portrays all of the classes, specialists and "stretchy pants" women will need now that they are "plus one."

"Where Do Babies Come From?" poses the age-old question to a group of children to get their honest, unscripted answers. Responses range from "hugs," to "the hospital," to "your mom... or something else." This charming spot puts children as the focus; their unabashed, truthful answers remind us all of the wonders of pregnancy and childbirth. From ob/gyns to pediatricians, nurses, lactation consultants and midwives, Kaiser Permanente caregivers understand the importance of prenatal and maternal care.

The last ad, "Integrated Care," takes the viewer through a journey dedicated to one patient, Linda. Several scenes showcase not only Linda's medical history, but also her hobbies and lifestyle. This holistic view of the patient can then be shared with the patient's full care team through Kaiser Permanente's secure, electronic health record system — Kaiser Permanente HealthConnect®. This comprehensive view allows a complete team of experts to coordinate in supporting Linda's total health because, as the ad concludes, "when it comes to your health, the best picture of you is the big picture."

The spots will run in California; Portland, Oregon; Denver, Colorado; Atlanta, Georgia; the District of Columbia, Hawaii and parts of Maryland and Virginia. The television ads debut on Sept. 6.

The multi-year Thrive campaign was created in partnership with Warren, Michigan-based advertising agency Campbell-Ewald, which has worked with Kaiser Permanente since the rollout of the first Thrive ads in 2004.

The ads, plus Kaiser Permanente content including health tips, nutrition information, recipes, Thrive music selections and an exercise widget can be accessed at www.kp.org/thrive. The ads can also be accessed from YouTube at www.youtube.com/kaiserpermanenteorg.

About Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is committed to helping shape the future of health care. We are recognized as one of America's leading health care providers and not-for-profit health plans. Founded in 1945, our mission is to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. We currently serve 8.6 million members in nine states and the District of Columbia. Care for members and patients is focused on their total health and guided by their personal physicians, specialists and team of caregivers. Our expert and caring medical teams are empowered and supported by industry-leading technology advances and tools for health promotion, disease prevention, state-of-the art care delivery and world-class chronic disease management. Kaiser Permanente is dedicated to care innovations, clinical research, health education and the support of community health. For more information, go to: www.kp.org/newscenter.

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OE Learning of Nevada to Run TAM, an Approved Alcohol Training Program, for Mandated Alcohol Education Cards
September 2, 2010

O/E Learning of Nevada (O/E), one of the most prominent training companies in the country, has been chosen to conduct state and county mandated alcohol beverage awareness training classes for anyone handling alcohol within Nevada.

The National Hospitality Institute® (NHI) recently selected O/E to be the only official provider of the Techniques of Alcohol Management (TAM)® training program in Nevada. "O/E was selected because of its vast experience in running and operating training centers and for its technical expertise in the development and hosting of online learning services," said Lance Binoniemi, Executive Director at the NHI.

TAM® of Nevada has been an approved provider of alcohol awareness education and a provider of alcohol education cards through Nevada's Commission on Postsecondary Education for more than 25 years. An alcohol education card is required for owners, operators, managers, bartenders, wait staff, servers, security guards, cashiers, stock handlers, and clerks at casinos, bars, restaurants, night clubs, and grocery/convenience stores.

In Nevada, alcohol education cards are valid for four years after which time card holders must renew by taking the course again to refresh their knowledge with the latest legislation and become skilled in the new techniques and methods for keeping themselves, their establishment, the community, and their patrons safe. Those who complete the online or classroom training and successfully pass the proctored exam will receive an official alcohol education card (TAM Card®).

"This sensitive training is obviously very important for the livelihood of those in the industry. Our scenario-based online training approach and our skilled staff of instructors will ensure that anyone handling alcoholic beverages or working in an establishment that sells or serves alcoholic beverages are properly trained and prepared to protect themselves, their establishments, their patrons, and the community while doing their jobs," said Rick Vlasic, O/E Chairman and CEO. "We are honored and privileged to run TAM® of Nevada for the NHI and look forward to fulfilling our role in the community by offering top-notch alcohol awareness education in Las Vegas."

The courses will be offered at the new, official TAM® training center at 3900 Paradise Road, Suite G, Las Vegas, 89169-0929 or online at www.tamnevada.com.

Techniques of Alcohol Management (TAM)® is nationally recognized as the leading program for responsible server training. TAM® provides risk management tools that should be used by all licensees to control the day-to-day operations of their business. TAM® was developed by those in the licensed beverage industry—people with real-world, everyday experience in the sale and service of beverage alcohol—in conjunction with liquor control, law enforcement, highway safety and substance abuse organizations.

O/E Learning of Nevada is the only official provider of the TAM® training program and issuer of the TAM Card® in the State of Nevada. In addition, O/E Learning of Nevada also provides other online training programs to casinos and the hospitality industry, including: Title 31—Currency Transaction Reporting; Responsible Gaming; Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED; and Defensive Driving. Parent company, O/E Learning (www.oe.com), of Troy, Michigan, has been assisting large corporations and non-profits with their training and communication needs since 1984. O/E designs and develops new training and performance improvement programs, as well as converts existing programs to different forms of delivery including web-based, instructor-led, virtual classroom, CD/DVD, and mobile devices. O/E's diverse services range from organizational development initiatives to professional certifications to O/E's own proprietary safety management system, SafetyIMPACT! (www.safety-impact.com). O/E's mission is to make the world safer, healthier, greener, and smarter.

SOURCE TAM of Nevada

NMFLA.com - National Mortgage Forensic Loan Auditors, Featured Premier Loan Audit Firm to Attorneys and Loan Modification Companies, Now Offering Services Directly to Public.
September 2, 2010

National Mortgage Forensic Loan Auditors and Fidelity Commercial Capital, America's leading real estate finance and mortgage loan audit experts, were recently featured in the press showcasing the one big business idea given to business owners to help them thrive in our current economy. The experts featured are dedicated to spreading knowledge, educational tools and awareness in their field of expertise and making significant contributions to the real estate finance industry and the marketplace as a whole.

National Mortgage Forensic Loan Auditors, which is a firm that specializes in residential and commercial loan audit services, has recently opened its doors to homeowners and consumers allowing the public to obtain these services directly from the firm via educational products. NMFLA has been viewed as America's premier loan auditing firm to correspondent lending institutions, federal banking associations, law firms, wholesale lenders and direct lending institutions across the country. National Mortgage Forensic Loan Auditors now wants to expand and concentrate their efforts on helping the general population more effectively, obtain loan modifications and ensure enforceable loans. This break-through company is led by a very effective and experienced management team that is sure to make a huge impact in an industry that is in anxious need of assistance.

National Mortgage Forensic Loan Auditors is a national compliance management firm which provides professional, advisory, and consulting services to financial institutions, mortgage bankers, real estate attorneys, consumer lending entities, and homeowners. Our expertise addresses all critical areas associated with regulatory matters, compliance, and quality control. NMFLA.com can assist clients in meeting the oversight of regulators, fair lending mandates, and maintaining internal lending integrity and validation practices through independent quality control audits.

National Mortgage Loan Auditors provides you with the evidence and support you can trust to help you seek better modification terms, restructuring of new terms, principal or rate reduction, or continued discovery. With the greatest potential to alleviate "normal modification" setbacks and re-occurrence of default, qualified and objective evidence helps simplify negotiations and stay using the information and support provided by National Mortgage Forensic Loan Auditors.

A 2006, FDIC Office of Inspector General Report revealed:

83% of the institutions examined were cited for "significant" compliance violations

43% of those institutions were "repeat offenders"

85% of those repeat offenders were highly rated by the FDIC for their in-place compliance process

The other importance of the mortgage audit findings is that it may be the grounds to help move a non-judicial foreclosure action (currently in 29 states), if necessary, into jurisdiction, which can stop foreclosure in its tracks. More importantly, borrowers regardless of financial hardship and payment history now have the chance for a better position to negotiate new terms or loan settlement. Violations found in a loan audit can help place the borrower in the offense! We at National Forensic Loan Auditors help legal professionals navigate through the process with our learning channels, which we find critical for those legal advisors that are looking to make the audit solution part of their business practice. Information is only as good as the ones that know how best to use it.

Our executive and operations management teams consist of best-selling authors who are regularly sought out by the media to give expert opinions. Many have been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX affiliates, as well as seen in USA Today, Newsweek, and the Wall Street Journal. Our management has a mission statement and passion for helping people and they are active in speaking with clients regularly.

National Mortgage Loan Auditors are in the business of helping home owners that are trapped in their mortgages to continue living the American Dream of home ownership. We are dedicated to providing solutions to homeowners experiencing trouble with their mortgages. We negotiate with lenders to find solutions that will reduce monthly expenses and allow owners to keep their homes. During the process we will keep you informed, engaged and moving toward an early resolution.

For more information about National Mortgage Forensic Loan Auditors, please visit http://www.NMFLA.com

SOURCE Fidelity Commercial Capital

Red Bull Art of Motion Brings Parkour Stateside
September 1, 2010

Established as the first free running competition in the world in 2007, Red Bull Art of Motion is coming stateside in September 2010 with events held in Tampa (11th) and Boston (17th). The event is like no other and will captivate the eye with an amazing blend of artistry from the disciplines of free running, parkour, martial arts and gymnastics.

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Two historic locations, Centro Ybor in Tampa, and City Hall Plaza in Boston have been selected as the venues for 20 international athletes who will be judged on their fluidity, creativity, style and execution.

ARTISTRY IN MOTION

Red Bull Art of Motion blends the disciplines of parkour and free running which each have their own distinctive style. Parkour is the physical discipline of training to overcome obstacles within one's path by adapting movements to their surroundings. Two primary characteristics of parkour are efficiency and speed. Free running is a form of urban acrobatics where individuals utilize the city landscape to perform movements throughout the natural features and terrain.

PARKOUR DE JOUR

Both Tampa and Boston will be hosting Red Bull Art of Motion with their own spin on the integration of natural terrain ranging from staircases to the sides of buildings. The historic district of Centro Ybor in Tampa will host the parkour event on the 11th of September. Boston's City Hall Plaza will lay the foundation for the international group of free runners on September 17th.

Red Bull Art of Motion is a free event and open to the public. For more information log onto www.redbullusa.com.

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Sartori SarVecchio Parmesan Named 'Grand Champion' at 2010 World Dairy Expo Contest
September 1, 2010

Sartori SarVecchio Parmesan cheese was named 'Grand Champion' at the prestigious 2010 World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest. This year's contest had a record 655 entries competing in 56 dairy classifications. The Grand Champion is the 'best of the best' - chosen as the top product amongst all 56 category winners. The World Dairy Expo competition, conducted in Madison, Wisconsin, involves the newest and most innovative dairy technologies in the country.

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"We are very proud to accept such a prestigious award," said Jim Sartori, third generation owner of the internationally acclaimed cheese company. "Our SarVecchio Parmesan is made with incredibly fresh, hormone-free milk supplied by our family-run patron farmers. In addition to our SarVecchio® receiving the 'Grand Champion' recognition at this expo, our Sartori Reserve Rosemary & Olive Oil rubbed Asiago and Dolcina® Gorgonzola also won awards.

"We have worked a long time to develop and refine our cheese," said Sartori. "Our patron farmer partners have played a big role in our success. Many of them have been supplying us with milk for the full 70 years." Sartori President Jeff Schwager advised that "Our 'Farm-to-Fork' philosophy has enabled us to focus on creating some of the best tasting and quality cheese available. It is wonderful and humbling to be recognized by such prestigious organization for the team's efforts."

About Sartori Foods

Sartori Foods has been producing artisan and premium cheese for seven decades serving the Specialty, Retail, Ingredient, Restaurant and Food Service markets. Based in Plymouth, Wisconsin, Sartori Foods has an impressive array of award-winning cheese noted for innovative approaches and consistent top quality across its entire line. For more information, please visit www.sartorireserve.com or www.sartorifoods.com. You may also call us directly at 800-558-5888.

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Artisan Cheesemakers Develop Two Exclusive Cheeses to Celebrate Whole Foods Market's Big 3-0
September 1, 2010

Whole Foods Market (Nasdaq: WFMI) has received a unique birthday gift to share with shoppers – two award-winning artisan cheesemakers from California, Cypress Grove and Cowgirl Creamery, have partnered with the company to create cheeses honoring its 30th birthday.

"These are two long term partners who started as local vendors in our Northern California stores and have grown with us. Whole Foods Market is celebrating these amazing artisan cheesemakers just as much as they are honoring our 30th birthday," said Cathy Strange, Whole Foods Market global cheese buyer.

Cowgirl Creamery's Buckaroo is a versatile washed-rind cow's milk cheese aged at least 60 days and made from organic milk from nearby Straus Family Creamery. Buckaroo, found solely at Whole Foods Market, is creamy with fruity and savory components and is perfect in a grilled cheese sandwich or over shaved vegetables like this recipe: wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/2744. To watch Strange and co-CEO Walter Robb making Buckaroo at the creamery, visit youtube.com/watch?v=Wqg-qwAfHEU.

"Cheese lovers are in for a treat with Buckaroo, which is a very different style than we normally produce. Our idea was to create a small production organic cheese in a great price range that you could either use in cooking or as a table cheese," said Peggy Smith, Cowgirl Creamery co-founder. "We are thrilled to help Whole Foods Market celebrate its 30th with a supple-textured, floral and flavorful gift."

Cypress Grove's Lil' Ziggy is inspired by ancient ziggurats, which were pyramidal structures with flat tops designed to provide a structure between heaven and earth. A mixed mold, soft-ripened goat's milk pyramid cheese made exclusively for Whole Foods Market, Lil' Ziggy is created from a new proprietary blend of cultures. The cheese is bright and complex with overtones of fresh cream and pairs well with a dark wheat beer or Sauvignon Blanc.

"Cypress Grove began as a farmstead cheesemaker just a few years after Whole Foods Market. While we have not grown as fast, we have grown side-by-side with similar missions," said Mary Keehn, Cypress Grove founder and master cheesemaker. "I am extremely proud to be able to create something special for our friends at Whole Foods Market. The ziggurat's purpose is to bring the temple closer to the heavens, and that's what we hope this cheese will do."

Contact:	Ashley Hawkins, Whole Foods Market
	(512) 542-0381
	Ashley.Hawkins@wholefoods.com

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OwnSkin Launches Live Wallpaper, a User Generated Live Wallpaper Creation Tool for Android Phones
September 1, 2010

Dalrus Pte Ltd, developer of OwnSkin.com, would like to announce the creation of a free LiveWallpaper user generation tool for Android phones. The tool (Available at http://www.ownskin.com/livewallpaper ) provides a simple solution for SkinLet filled wallpapers to personalize individual mobile phones. SkinLet is an active component within the live wallpaper which can be customized to provide animation, phone information and live data from the internet. These are the slickest wallpaper in the world, but they are the ones ordinary people can make and customize to individual needs. User can download the application from the Android market and create customized live wallpaper on ownskin.com.

The launch of LiveWallpaper exemplifies our commitment to providing innovative and entertaining mobile content generating tools to both our rapidly growing digital community and social network enthusiasts worldwide. We hope to provide timely and useful information live to your screen.

We have developed Ownskin Live Wallpaper to enable users the easy upload of photos for the creation of SkinLet with animation, clock compass and battery information. The resulting Live Wallpaper, which provides an interactive wallpaper to Android phones with advanced feature, can be shared among friends. Wallpapers will no longer be just eye candy. There is no complicated SDK to download and install (no matter how simple the SDK might be) and no tutorial to read. We target this to be pre-school friendly.

Visit http://www.ownskin.com today to express your very own personal style with Live wallpapers free!

About OwnSkin

Launched in 2006 by Dalrus Pte Ltd, OwnSkin provides its rapidly growing online community with the ability to create and publish personal content to friends and the world at large. It's the world's fastest growing user generated mobile content site with over 27 Million mobile content created to date by its 13 Million subscribers.

    Trademarks are the property of their owners.

    For More Information Contact:

     Mr. Chin Kwek Loong
     Email: business@ownskin.com
     Tel: +65-9748-6860

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Web Design Company Kellen Interactive Provides 'Perso-Nav-ity' to Client Websites with Personalized Content and Navigation
September 1, 2010

In today's constantly evolving online landscape, it takes more than just an attractive website design to engage new and existing customers. With time-pressed Web users looking to quickly connect with the information they want, personalized content is one of the more effective ways to sell a product or service or communicate a message online.

While personalized content has long been a mainstay for mega consumer sites such as Amazon.com, Yahoo and Facebook, today's small and medium business websites can now offer the feature – providing a more relevant and effective user experience for their clients and customers – through Kellen Interactive's Perso-Nav-ity™. Using "Perso-Nav-ity," relevant content is generated in response to the user's specified interests. This new website architecture allows visitors to make their own choices at the homepage, identifying what type of information they want, without wading through dozens of generic pages or entering a password.

Kellen chose its own website (kelleninteractive.com) to demonstrate the new feature. "Instead of forcing site users to dig for the information they want, why not deliver it directly to their front door?" said Josh Linard, Kellen Interactive Business Development Manager. "We're constantly striving to achieve the highest level in technology and value-added service for clients. This website content strategy blends in nicely with the web design to demonstrate that mission."

For example, were you looking into how a blog might complement your company's consumer-focused marketing campaign? Or how search engine marketing or a logo redesign could boost an association's image? Simply click on the "Customize Your Tour" box prominently featured on the homepage for a demonstration of the personalized experience.

About Kellen Interactive

A web design and development company headquartered in Atlanta, Kellen Interactive was founded in 1996 and serves as a virtual "one-stop shop," providing a wide range of interactive and digital marketing services under one roof. This includes web design, search engine optimization, social networking strategy, content management and training, contest systems, website development, multimedia projects, database integration and more. More information at www.kelleninteractive.com.

Contact: Stan Samples, (404) 836-5050

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September 21, 2010

Halloween Candy for All Kids, Even Ones with Allergies and Food Sensitivities
September 21, 2010

Perfect World Announces the Introduction of New MMORPG 'Empire of the Immortals'
September 21, 2010

PetroChem Wire Launches 'ReproRegrind Report' to Serve Growing Plastics Recycling Market
September 21, 2010

AQT90 FLEX Opens Up for a New and Better Way of Measuring Troponin T at the Point of Care
September 21, 2010

First American Title Insurance Company Announces the Formalization of a Unique National REO Title and Settlement Services Network
September 21, 2010

AT_T U-verse Arrives in Charleston
September 20, 2010

Ben DuBose Now Licensed in Oklahoma
September 20, 2010

Wider Engine Choice for Saab's All-new Flagship
September 20, 2010

FIT3 - the first fitness, wellness and health superstore comes to the US
September 20, 2010

Softex Announces SecureDrive - A Comprehensive Data Protection Solution for Self-Encrypting Drives
September 20, 2010

Several Country Music Artists Have Provided Support to the Non-Profit Organization_ Hear The Music Live
September 20, 2010

FXCM MENA - 1 Year Later
September 19, 2010

Moms Prefer Natural, Safe Cough Syrup Choice
September 19, 2010

Old Harbor Bank is Now Offering Free Coin Counting and Extended Hours
September 19, 2010

Cordless Reciprocating Saw From Metabo Features Toolless Blade Change System
September 19, 2010

Nonin Medical Announces Continua Certified USB Data Transfer Device for Its Handheld Oximeter Line
September 19, 2010

With Technology Comes Responsibility
September 18, 2010

Chicago White Castle Celebrates 75 Years with Special Savings
September 18, 2010

4Easysoft Mac Video Converter_ Welcome to Your Own Video Kingdom!
September 18, 2010

LIONSGATE Dives Into the RABBIT HOLE With Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart
September 18, 2010

Ford Debuts Fiesta App on the App Store_ Interactive Sales Brochure Brings Fiesta to Life
September 18, 2010

Morgans Hotel Group Unveils Semi-Automatic at Hudson
September 17, 2010

YWaiter_ Serving Up Tasty Treats and Taking a Bite Out of Crime
September 17, 2010

LIG Assets, Inc. Begins Distribution and Marketing of Unique CPAP Mask Cleaner
September 17, 2010

Electrone Americas Releases New, Affordable Digital Signage SolutionElectrone Digital Signage
September 17, 2010

New Nikon SB-700 Speedlight Features Advanced Multifunctional Flash Technology in a Compact and Easy-to-Use Form-Factor
September 17, 2010

Roche Diagnostics Introduces Full Line of 9-Minute STAT Assays for Cardiac Biomarker Testing on cobas 6000 Analyzer Series
September 17, 2010

Daffy's 'Undressing Room' Gets Dressing Down From NYPD
September 16, 2010

RegScan Announces the Release of the CheckPoint Audit System
September 16, 2010

All-New Ford Focus Launches Exclusive Airbag Technologies That Enhance Crash Protection
September 16, 2010

GE Satcom Launches Triple-Play VSAT Service for Merchant Vessels Based on iDirect Platform
September 16, 2010

First IBM Technology for Power-Management Chips Holds Promise for Breakthroughs in Alternative Energy
September 16, 2010