January 2007

Entertainment and Technology Feature Summary for Week Ending Jan. 5
Sat, 06 Jan 2007, 15:57:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Jan. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The weekly news feature summary from the Send2Press Wire Service includes this week: The Natural Sapphire Company is offering the largest natural blue sapphire in the U.S.; iExplore announced its annual list of Top Ten World Travel Destinations for adventure travelers; and Yellow Brick Road Entertainment announced the launch of BandDigs, an interactive music web community that revolutionizes the way bands and fans communicate.

Action International, World's Number 1 Business Coaching Franchise Opportunity, Becomes ActionCOACH
Fri, 05 Jan 2007, 20:02:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Jan. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Action International, the world's #1 business coaching franchise, today announced it is changing its company name to ActionCOACH effective immediately. Among other benefits, the name change will give clients, potential franchisees and the general public an immediate understanding of the services that have propelled the company to the top of the business coaching field.

U.S. Facilities, Inc. Awarded Contract for Management Services at the Thurgood Marshall Federal Judiciary Building
Fri, 05 Jan 2007, 18:43:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - Jan. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) awarded U.S. Facilities, Inc. (USF) a five-year contract for facilities management and maintenance services at the Thurgood Marshall Federal Judiciary Building (TMFJB) in The District of Columbia.

Ryan's Restaurant Group Selects Tibersoft IQ for Food Cost Control
Fri, 05 Jan 2007, 17:38:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WESTBOROUGH, Mass. - Jan. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tibersoft, the expert in food cost control systems for the foodservice industry, announced that Ryan's Restaurant Group will implement the Tibersoft IQ solution to optimize chain-wide food purchasing and gain greater visibility into their supply chain operations.

Local Action International Business Coaching Franchise Announces Its New Name: ActionCOACH
Fri, 05 Jan 2007, 16:06:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DULUTH, Ga. - Jan. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The local, independently-owned office of Action International, the world's #1 business coaching franchise, today announced its corporate name is changing to ActionCOACH, effective immediately. ActionCOACH will continue to aggressively expand its mission to help small- to medium-sized businesses and their owners become more efficient, and more productive.

The Natural Sapphire Company Has Acquired the Largest Natural Blue Sapphire Available for Sale in North America
Fri, 05 Jan 2007, 14:29:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Natural Sapphire Company has placed on sale the largest natural blue sapphire in the United States. The 129ct rough sapphire crystal was discovered in the world famous gem mines of Sri Lanka (formerly 'Ceylon') in 1952. The first cutting yielded an 80ct sapphire.

Hockey Website Promotes 'Save the NHL Night Out' on January 20th
Thu, 04 Jan 2007, 22:14:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Jan. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fed up with the current state of the NHL? You're not alone. Thousands of traditional hockey fans are stockpiling their picket signs and they have set a date to be heard. On January 20th, fans across North America are being called on to bring personalized signs, to each of the 13 NHL home games, that display their displeasure with 'the new NHL.' A website, Hockeyfansunite.com, has been established to promote what is being called the 'Save the NHL Night Out.'

Nation's First Automated Video Rental Store Opens in Reno
Thu, 04 Jan 2007, 21:48:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
RENO, Nev. - Jan. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MoviebankUSA announced the opening of their newest location in Northwest Reno. MoviebankUSA's automated DVD and video game vending units are redefining the video rental industry by making hundreds of blockbuster movies accessible to entertainment lovers 24 hours per day for just 99-cents.

ShaynaGirl Designs New and Personal Ways to Communicate the Spirit and Magic of Christmas
Thu, 04 Jan 2007, 18:57:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. - Jan. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Looking for something personal and delicate to give to a loved one next holiday season? ShaynaGirl.com may have the answer. This new, on-line company offers a choice of eight, carefully hand-painted ornaments to choose from. The glass balls are hand-painted with enamel paints and then baked to ensure their intricate designs.

Oxygenics(R) Showerheads Now Sold in Target Stores Nationwide
Thu, 04 Jan 2007, 17:27:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MODESTO, Calif. - Jan. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Now, it's easier than ever get your hands on your very own Oxygenics showerhead! In one of the most exciting developments of the year, ETL(R) is proud to announce that Oxygenics is now available in all Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com.

Micromethod Extends its Secure Firewall Traversal Solution with H.460 Support
Thu, 04 Jan 2007, 15:14:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Jan. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Micromethod Technologies announces the availability of H.460 support in its end-to-end multi-boundary traversal solution, Horizon. As a scalable traversal solution on the market, Horizon securely overcomes both near-end and far-end firewall and NAT issues in H.323 and SIP based rich media communication network.

Top Ten World Travel Destinations in 2006
Wed, 03 Jan 2007, 22:20:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
CHICAGO, Ill. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iExplore (iExplore.com) announced today the list of Top Ten World Travel Destinations as determined by the vacation purchases of its adventure and experiential travelers. Egypt held on to its top position, despite the increased turmoil in the Middle East in 2006. Antarctica and Argentina made their first appearance in iExplore's top ten.

Systrends Moves to Ontario - Forming Strategic Canadian Partnership to Market Software and Services
Wed, 03 Jan 2007, 18:31:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TORONTO, Ontario and TEMPE, Ariz. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Systrends International, a provider of data communications software and services to the Electricity, Gas and Retail industries, today announced a strategic partnership with Michor & Associates. Michor will exclusively market all of Systrends' products and services in Canada.

Customers Rate Advantax(R)
Wed, 03 Jan 2007, 15:28:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ST. CHARLES, Ill. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- David LeVan, President of Advantax(R) Group, LLC, announced today the results of its 2006 year end customer performance survey. The anonymous, third party survey examines performance areas such as honesty and ethics, responsiveness, accuracy and reliability, and industry knowledge, all areas identified as important to property tax customers.

Don't Be Sad: 3 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues, Naturally
Wed, 03 Jan 2007, 14:16:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NEWTON, N.J. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to William Seifried, MA, LPC, we are all liable to get a case of the blahs during these gloomy winter days, but some people suffer a persistent wintertime depression called Seasonal Affective Disorder, SAD. SAD is related to and most likely caused by the relative scarcity of light in winter.

Bassist Jay Leonhart Presents Jazz at Symphony Space: Broadway Tunes to Swing at Uptown Performing Arts Center
Wed, 03 Jan 2007, 13:55:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York City audiences will have the rare opportunity on Sunday night, January 28, to hear 'Jazz Hits from the Broadway Stage,' a swinging, intimate program of well-known Broadway show tunes performed by some of the city's most-accomplished and well-known jazz musicians. It is sure to be a treat for general audiences and jazz lovers alike.

Star Jones Voted Most Annoying Celebrity of the Year, So Says You - Beyonce Knowles Voted Least
Tue, 02 Jan 2007, 22:38:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Who better to ask than You, Time Magazine's Person of the Year? AmIAnnoying.com, the site that gives a voice to thousands of visitors daily, and millions per year, has released its sixth annual list of the Most and Least Annoying Celebrities of 2006. Throughout the year, visitors browsed and voted on over 19,500 famous celebrities and groups, sharing their opinions on who they found annoying and not annoying.

BandDigs Gives Bands Global Exposure, Fans Unprecedented Access
Tue, 02 Jan 2007, 19:42:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WINDHAM, N.H. - Jan. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Yellow Brick Road Entertainment LLC announces the launch of BandDigs.com 1.0, a first-of-its-kind interactive music web community that revolutionizes the way bands and fans communicate. Bands utilize BandDigs to video chat with their fans (large numbers of people at once) and to stream live video broadcasts from back stage at venues, their rehearsal spaces, recording studios and even clubs.

New Online Community Pays Artists for Original Work and Networks New Talent
Tue, 02 Jan 2007, 17:23:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BALTIMORE, Md. - Jan. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On January 1, 2007, Artistic Pursuit, LLC (Artistic Pursuit) of Brunswick, Md. launched a new and innovative Web site - artisticpursuit.com - an online community which pays artists for their original work such as unpublished videos, music, images, literature and games, and also allows fans to discover new artistic talents.

Eye Doctors Urge Exams During Glaucoma Awareness Month
Tue, 02 Jan 2007, 15:15:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEWBURGH, N.Y. - Jan. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In honor of Glaucoma Awareness Month, Highland Ophthalmology Associates, in Newburgh, NY, will be offering free Glaucoma Screenings on Saturday, January 13, 2007. Highland Ophthalmology Associates encourages anyone at risk to please participate in their Glaucoma Awareness Program.

December 2006

Recent UCLA Grad Starts Non-Profit, Delivers $30,000 in Medical Supplies to Ethiopia
Fri, 29 Dec 2006, 18:35:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN RAMON, Calif. - Dec. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Streams of Life International (SOLI), founded by Ashley Noah, a 23-year old recent UCLA graduate, led a team of volunteers to Ethiopia to provide medical care, donate $30,000 USD in medical supplies, and refurbish a pediatrics room. Their efforts were concentrated at the Assosa Hospital, located in the Benishangul-Gumuz Region of Ethiopia.

Creating a New Generation of American Ingenuity
Fri, 29 Dec 2006, 17:45:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
CAZENOVIA, N.Y. - Dec. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alan Rothschild is passionate about patent models, the miniature scale pieces that were once a requirement for any inventor seeking a patent. His love for these historically significant relics is so strong that he transformed the lakefront home that he shares with his wife, Ann, and their dog, Moxie, in this upstate New York village into a museum.

BayBets, California's On-Line Sportsbook and Casino Offers Odds for Pride, IFL, UFC and K-1 Year End Shows
Fri, 29 Dec 2006, 16:43:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Dec. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BayBets.com 'Juiceless Wagering on California Teams' has odds on IFL Championships, Pride Shockwave 2006, UFC 66 and K-1 Dynamite 2006. With the explosion of Mixed Martial Arts into the mainstream BayBets.com is always reliable for odds on the fights.

Sinclair Johnson of Virginia Beach to be Awarded 2006 Virginia Businessman of the Year Award
Fri, 29 Dec 2006, 15:52:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Dec. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NRCC Chairman Tom Reynolds and the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) announced today that Sinclair Johnson has been chosen as a 2006 Virginia Businessman of the Year.

Java Juice Donates Perfect Stocking Stuffer for Soldiers
Fri, 29 Dec 2006, 15:26:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
VENICE, Calif. - Dec. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The liquid-coffee extract buzz has caught on with U.S. troops, and local owners, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Karno, are helping the military squeeze the most out of their budget during these holidays by donating thousands of packets of their Java Juice(R) to all our well-deserving soldiers. Information Available Online at: javajuiceextract.com.

Flint Michigan Stars on YouTube
Fri, 29 Dec 2006, 14:27:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FLINT, Mich. - Dec. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FlintTalk.com, Flint, Michigan's growing public discussion forum, announces the 2006 'Laundry Room Year-End Special' hosted by 'Larry & John.' The show will be directed by Shawn Chittle of New York-based production company Roscoe Van Zandt Films, and will be assisted by Steve Myers, a producer at The Laundry Room and founder of Flinttalk.com.

QuicKutz Inventor Natasha Hixon featured on TV Show: Designing Spaces Special Holiday Edition
Fri, 22 Dec 2006, 15:54:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Dec. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wondering how you can catch the Scrapbooking wave? Then you shouldn't miss the special episode of 'Designing Spaces for the Holidays.' The hit Quorum Productions television program will feature Natasha Hixon, a scrapbooker who invented a tool aimed at making the popular craft easier and more fun.

Fortune 500 Relies on Platinum for Luxury and Affordability in Planning Holiday Travel
Thu, 21 Dec 2006, 14:50:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Dec. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Wall Street, some of the world's most-respected business people can throw their car keys over their shoulder when it comes to getting to their holiday party safely and in style; The Platinum Car Corporation, the luxury division of the Corporate Transportation Group, Ltd. (CTG) has been hired to make sure it happens.

DermHair Clinic Provides New Hope and Applies New Technique for Baldness
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 20:55:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DermHair Clinic, a division of FineTouch Dermatology, Inc., located in Redondo Beach, Calif., offers a unique hair-restoration procedure called 'Body Hair Transplantation' (BHT) where body hair is transplanted to balding areas on the head.

WorldLimo.com Provides One-Stop-Shopping for Ground Transportation Services
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 20:30:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Want to chat with a live person, but want the convenience of an on-line service as well? The Corporate Transportation Group, Ltd. has launched a new service - WorldLimo.com - that seeks to satisfy on-line users and solve their travel woes while still providing personalized service.

Taylor Hicks Heads 2006 Ten Best-Mannered List - Britney Spears Named Most Ill-Mannered
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 18:53:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Taylor Hicks, American Idol winner who was commended for being a role model to young people, heads the list of the 'Ten Best-Mannered People of 2006,' as named by the National League of Junior Cotillions, an etiquette and social training program that involves thousands of young people in the United States.

Voters in Arizona and California Work to Protect Victims of Judicial Corruption
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 18:37:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A federal judicial reform group led by Victor Palomino is submitting an online petition to Congress to curb alleged judicial corruption. The petition is in response to recent evidence for increased negligence and alleged corruption by members of the judiciary. The goal is to hold Federal Judges accountable, in order to ensure that innocent people are not made into victims.

ITM Software Ships ITM Business Suite 3.0
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 16:50:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ITM Software, provider of the only integrated business management solution designed specifically for the CIO and IT organization, today announced the general availability of the ITM Business Suite 3.0. Initially released in October, version 3.0 is now widely available and being deployed across the ITM customer base.

Incredible Discoveries Receives Rave Reviews at ERA Show
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 16:03:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The kudos are still coming in from Incredible Discoveries' recent appearance at the Electronic Retailers Association (ERA) show in Las Vegas. During the show and in following weeks, Incredible Discoveries has received amazing responses from their vendors who were extremely impressed by the new innovations in hardware, technology and personal hygiene that ID will soon be introducing.

Innovative Fitness Tracking Software Acts As a Personal Trainer and Helps Users Reach Fitness Goals
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 15:42:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- See fitness progress and stay motivated. WORKOUTWARE.COM has just released Open Fitness 2.0, a fitness tracking system designed to help people take control of their fitness, and take the guesswork out of keeping track of fitness activity.

Libya to Spend $40 Billion on Infrastructure, Housing Projects; Invites U.S. and International Companies to Partner With Libyan Firms
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 14:38:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TRIPOLI, Libya - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Phoenicia Group, a U.S.-Libyan diversified business firm and consultancy group, Libyan officials have earmarked a record $40 Billion for a nation-wide infrastructure and housing program to revamp a decaying public infrastructure caused by years of sanctions; a subtle green light to U.S. and international engineering and construction companies to establish a stake in the construction boom set to explode in the coming years.

Black and Decker Infrawave Speed Oven Named in Wired Magazine 'One of the Best Gadgets and Gizmos on the Planet 2007'
Tue, 19 Dec 2006, 22:22:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. - Dec. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Black & Decker Infrawave Speed Oven, one of Incredible Discoveries' Infomercial successes is being touted by Wired magazine in their, 'Best Gadgets and Gizmo's on the Planet 2007' issue. This highly anticipated edition which recently hit newsstands rated the Black & Decker Infrawave Speed Oven as, 'Nearly flawless - buy it now.'

Author Ray Bates Introduces First Book in New Series of Police Procedurals
Tue, 19 Dec 2006, 20:07:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
PORTLAND, Ore. - Dec. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ray Bates Mysteries is home to the 43-year old Bureau veteran, Detective Sgt. John Quincy Bowers, who works the Portland homicide scene and is considered a new-age misfit by his peers; 'Blue Butterfly' (ISBN: 1425941362) is the first in a series featuring Bowers.

Public Ethernet Services Poised for Growth Spurt in 2007, says Insight Research
Tue, 19 Dec 2006, 17:36:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BOONTON, N.J. - Dec. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The US public Ethernet services market is expected to grow from $940 million in 2006 to over $5 billion in 2012, according to a new market research study from The Insight Research Corporation. With metro-area Ethernet services now available from virtually all major data service providers and wide-area Ethernet about to get a shot in the arm from the dominant carriers, the market is poised to take off.

Enviromax Introduces a Stimulating Breakthrough in Prostate Massage and Traditional Therapy Alternative
Tue, 19 Dec 2006, 16:38:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ANCHORAGE, Alaska - Dec. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Prostate Cradle External Massager, developed by Enviromax, based in Eagle River, Alaska, has been selling on the Internet since last March and the company is struggling to keep up with orders.

Congress Supports Long Term Care Through Expanded Health Savings Accounts
Tue, 19 Dec 2006, 15:49:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
KIRKLAND, Wash. - Dec. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Before adjourning on the 9th, Congress passed the Tax Relief and Health Care Act (H.R. 6111), which expands the sources and amounts that may be contributed to Health Savings Accounts (HSA's). This is good news for those seeking long term care protection but unsure how to finance it, according to LTC Financial Partners, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage.

TeamF1 Partners with EdgeSoft, Promate, Celestial; Expands Sales Presence in Asia Pacific
Tue, 19 Dec 2006, 13:53:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FREMONT, Calif. - Dec. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamF1, Inc., the leader in embedded networking and security software solutions for wired and wireless applications, expanded its sales presence in Korea, Taiwan and India by signing agreements with leading resellers in these markets.

MyAdTV Delivers 'One Click Turnkey' Digital Advertising Solution
Mon, 18 Dec 2006, 20:07:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Dec. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MyAdTV, Inc., a software service provider dedicated to bringing digital signage solutions to the masses, today announces the release of the 'One Click Turnkey' digital advertising solution. MyAdTV provides a complete web based solution to in-store advertising and on-location ad sales.

Corporate Transportation Group Launches New Service that Gets Clients to Destinations on Time and in Style
Mon, 18 Dec 2006, 19:39:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Dec. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Just in time for the holiday season, The Corporate Transportation Group, Ltd., (CTG), is excited to announce a bigger than ever fleet and expanded service to offer relief to busy shoppers and executives.

NeverCheckIt.com Offers Easy Travel Kits to Help Travelers Carry-On
Mon, 18 Dec 2006, 18:39:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOTHELL, Wash. - Dec. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Victor Cox, CEO of Never Check It (www.nevercheckit.com), has formed a strategic partnership with Barclay Crocker Inc, a leading specialty formulated skin care Products Company to offer Easy Travel Kits.

A Hydrogen Based Fuel Enhancement Initiative: The Water/Fuel Converters Project
Mon, 18 Dec 2006, 16:24:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Dec. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Water Fuel LLC, the concept of fuel enhancement is a topic of great interest to the general public, small business, and large corporate entities. Its popularity is growing quickly and clear, accurate information is a requirement for factual information to begin dissemination. The Water/Fuel Converters Project is leading the way in presenting the simple facts of a technology that desperately need clarification.

Oregon Author Releases New Quirky Tale for Mystery Buffs
Mon, 18 Dec 2006, 15:22:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
PORTLAND, Ore. - Dec. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gehla Knight, author of the newly-released 'Buzzard Love' (ISBN: 0-595-67761-4), entices readers with quirky characters and mysterious story lines.

Intelligent Automation Corporation Selected for 2007 M2M Top 100
Mon, 18 Dec 2006, 13:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
POWAY, Calif. - Dec. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Intelligent Automation Corporation (IAC), a global leader in aviation diagnostic and water security systems, announced today that it has been named to the prestigious 2007 M2M Magazine's M2M 100 list of the most important and influential companies offering machine-to-machine (M2M) technology solutions. The M2M 100 list provides a snapshot of the market as it exists today and the companies with the greatest impact on its direction.

Hendelman & Leonhart inaugurate Great Duets Series, Jan 12 in NYC
Fri, 15 Dec 2006, 23:05:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Dec. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jazz pianist Tamir Hendelman joins New York jazz bassist Jay Leonhart to inaugurate a new jazz series called 'Great Duets' at the recital hall and piano showroom of AC Pianocraft at 333 West 52nd. St. in New York on Friday, January 12, 2007.

In 'Breaking the Antichrist Code: The Blueprint of Deception' author Eric W. B. vonAnderseck, ThD, DD Breaks Open a 6,000 Year Code
Fri, 15 Dec 2006, 21:59:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PORT HURON, Mich. - Dec. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the world reeling toward the apocalypse and the advent of the Antichrist man, a 6,000 year old code has been broken by Dr. Eric vonAnderseck, of Second 8th Week Ministries, Inc., giving humanity an unprecedented inside view of how the Antichrist's rule will be tied to the Antichrist spirit and Antichrist system, now at work in every level of mankind's existence, even inside the church.

MacHeist Pledges $100,000 to Charity by Selling Award-Winning Mac Applications
Fri, 15 Dec 2006, 19:59:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, Mass. - Dec. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MacHeist LLC will donate a minimum of $100,000 to charity from sales of a software bundle featuring award-winning Mac OS X applications. Touting this week as 'The Week of the Independent Mac Developer,' MacHeist began selling a software bundle of some of the hottest apps for OS X on Monday in the hopes of increasing the profile of the Mac shareware development community as well as raising $100,000 for charity before the holiday season.

Sunshine State News Heats up with Covering Florida
Fri, 15 Dec 2006, 18:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Dec. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new online blog 'Covering Florida' will focus on news, commentary and features written by journalist Kay B. Day about the fourth largest state in the nation. Day says a central news forum for information about elections, crime, and neighborhoods in Florida will give a more unified impression of a state that is often viewed as fragmented because of politics.

Free Indeed Ministries, Inc. Releases Cult Security Alert for State of Florida
Fri, 15 Dec 2006, 17:16:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Dec. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Free Indeed Ministries, Inc., a non-profit trauma organization specializing in helping adult victims of childhood trauma and organized cult activity, has released an alert about an underground cult of extremist activity that is underway in Florida, specifically the Jacksonville area.

Wildfire Moves Corporate and Manufacturing Headquarters to New State-of-the-Art Facility
Thu, 14 Dec 2006, 22:54:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TORRANCE, Calif. - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wildfire, Inc., the industry leader in providing UV effects solutions and creative ideas through sales and rentals of its proprietary line of high intensity black light fixtures, fluorescent paints & other expendable products, today announced the move of its corporate offices and manufacturing facility to a new headquarters located at 2908 Oregon Court, Suite GI, Torrance, CA 90503.

Dynamic Range for Scanners Brought to Peak Level with SilverFast 6.5
Thu, 14 Dec 2006, 21:49:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
KIEL, Germany - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LaserSoft Imaging's SilverFast, the world standard in scanning software, has now taken a quantum leap in the evolution of genuine High Dynamic Range Imaging. This new function in SilverFast version 6.5 utilizes varying exposures of each scan. This dramatically increases dynamic range, allowing even the most subtle nuances in both shadow and highlight areas to be recognized and enhanced.

CheapBooks(TM) Finds Word-of-Mouth Advertising Proves Successful
Thu, 14 Dec 2006, 20:48:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SYRACUSE, N.Y. - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A survey conducted by CheapBooks(TM) to find out how people learned of their business shows that the best form of advertising is word-of-mouth; 37 percent of respondents selected word-of-mouth advertising as how they heard about CheapBooks.

Beating the Stress of Airport Security: Company Supplies Travelers with Pre-Packaged Amenities
Thu, 14 Dec 2006, 17:23:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to ease the stress of long airport security lines, Stuff and Go(TM), a Palm Beach Gardens based company, has announced the availability of Stuff and Go Packs which contain pre-packaged, hard to find travel amenities.

MacHeist Raises $50,000 for Charity; $100,000 in Sight
Thu, 14 Dec 2006, 14:41:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BOSTON, Mass. - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Touting this week as 'The Week of the Independent Mac Developer,' MacHeist began selling a software bundle of some of the hottest apps for OS X on Monday in the hopes of increasing the profile of the Mac shareware development community as well as raising $100,000 for charity before the holiday season.

Shift Deploys Atreus IP Service Provisioning Solution for Self-Service Business VoIP Launch
Thu, 14 Dec 2006, 04:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
OTTAWA, Canada - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Atreus Systems(TM), the leading supplier of provisioning software for VoIP, IP service bundles, and IMS offerings, today announced that Shift Networks (TSX VENTURE: SHF), the leading provider of Voice over IP (VoIP) services to the Canadian small and medium business market, has successfully deployed Atreus' solution in twelve days to automate the provisioning and management of its business VoIP service.

KIC Products Revolutionizes Removal of Damaging Electrostatic Discharge Plaguing Card Readers and POS Terminals
Wed, 13 Dec 2006, 21:07:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUBURN, Maine - Dec. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KIC Products Waffletechnology engineers in cooperation with NCR have created a product to protect Magnetic stripe readers from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) that can cause MSR failures and system lockups. ESD issues are more common in low humidity environments when customers use the new Debit/Credit cards with holographic images.

Agents Keep Flocking to LTC Financial Partners, the Fast-Growing Long Term Care Insurance Brokerage; 239 Have Joined So Far
Wed, 13 Dec 2006, 19:32:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
KIRKLAND, Wash. - Dec. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As 77 million soon-to-retire baby boomers promise to explode the long term care industry, one company is exploding already: LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage. The firm has grown from 85 agents two years ago to 239 today, an impressive 281% increase.

New Book Shares Tips for Raising a Happy and Healthy Shelter-Adopted Dog or Puppy
Wed, 13 Dec 2006, 17:00:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SANDPOINT, Idaho - Dec. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new book from Logical Expressions, Inc. aims to help new, adoptive-dog owners get off on the right 'paw.' 'Happy Hound: Develop a Great Relationship with Your Adopted Dog or Puppy' (ISBN: 978-0-9749245-2-6; LCCN-2006909898) tells new owners what they need to know to raise a wonderful family pet.

Authernative Granted Patent in China for Private and Secure Financial Transactions Method
Wed, 13 Dec 2006, 16:34:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - Dec. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Authernative, Inc., the developer of innovative user and transaction authentication and identity management technologies, announced today that the People's Republic of China Patent Office has granted the company its patent for a private and secure financial transactions method.

Google Audio Ads Voices Available at Voices.com
Wed, 13 Dec 2006, 00:42:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TORONTO, Canada - Dec. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to the audio experts at Voices.com, the voice marketplace, Americans new to advertising on the radio are buying broadcast radio commercial slots for the first time via Google's Audio Ads beta testing program. Agencies who used to go through talent agents are already making the transition to finding talent at online marketplaces due greatly in part because of an enormous push and subsequent validation of the market by Google(TM).

Dreams of Africa - Diamonds for Life: Not Blood
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 21:34:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The movie 'Blood Diamond' opened last week, shocking holiday shoppers with explicit violence. Set amidst chaos and civil war in 1990s Africa, it will raise questions about diamonds being purchased this holiday season. One Texas company has answers. Whiteflash.com, an Internet boutique specializing in top quality diamonds, has established a program called Dreams of Africa, where 100 percent of the profit from sales of a conflict-free line of jewelry is going to help victims of conflict diamonds.

SaberData, Ltd. Rolls Out PC Personality Clone PC Migration Product
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 20:50:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SaberData, Ltd., an emerging provider of PC migration solutions, announced PC Personality Clone, a new product designed to allow consumers and small business owners to easily migrate application data, settings, and more from one PC to another. Consumers face the hassle of transferring data from an old computer when a new one is purchased. The process of securely and efficiently transferring information can be problematic and the procedures complex.

Rogue Chemist Dictates What Oprah Should Do!
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 20:10:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SANTA FE, N.M. - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As noted by Shane Ellison, M.Sc, Oprah Magazine recently declared that 5 million people in the USA suffer from 'sugar shock' - and don't even know it! Sugar shock is best defined as obesity, depression, type II diabetes and heart disease. These pandemic killers creep up on people as a result of eating too much sugar - a habit, according to a Reuters story, that is associated with affluence. Medically it is known as insulin resistance.

Cyber Treasure Hunt: New Web Site is Bargain Boon to Small Biz
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 19:07:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FindtheMagicBox.com is a Web site where businesses can advertise their Web site to a large audience, drive traffic sales, and ultimately make money. Entrepreneur Allen Wilson. of FindtheMagicBox.com, has based his idea on the successful site - MillionDollarHomepage.com. However, he explains that his site differs in that it continues to attract people and keeps them coming back month-after-month, and year-after-year.

Friedman Predicts 2007 with Documented 71% Accuracy on the Line
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 18:03:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHICAGO, Ill. - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It's December and this time of year prognosticators appear everywhere feasting on the public's fascination about the future. However, 'psychic' and corporate mind power speaker SIDNEY FRIEDMAN (has established his credibility with a publicly accountable track record of 71% accuracy over the last nine years.

Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy appoints Dr. Giovanna Spinella, former NIH official, as Medical Director
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 17:24:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy (PPMD), the largest grassroots organization in the U.S. that is entirely focused on Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), announced today the hiring of Dr. Giovanna M. Spinella as its medical director and its plans to create a systematic approach to the clinical management of boys with DMD.

Toobee: Still Flying After All These Years
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 16:38:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MILWAUKEE, Wis. - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Invented in Berkeley, California by Dale Klahn and Gary Upham, both of whom hold advanced degrees in aeronautical and nuclear engineering, the Toobee (www.toobee.com), from Toobee International Inc., appears to be nothing more than the top third of a beer or soda can.

InnocentEnglish.com Releases Top Ten Bushisms of 2006
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 16:14:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo. - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- InnocentEnglish.com, a humor website which collects funny English mistakes from around the world, announces the release of 'The Top Ten Bushisms of 2006' as well as the release of a new seamless compilation of Bush misstatements, 'Where Wings Take Dream: An Inspirational Speech to the Nation.'

New Jersey Author Addresses Controversial Issue of the Trinity and the Origin of Miracles
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 15:26:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NEWARK, N.J. - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Author Charles Elephant believes that people are responsible for their own destiny. In his recently released devotional guide book, 'Echoes of Heaven' (ISBN: 1412089751), he discusses the personal nature of religion and encourages people to nurture their individual relationships with God.

Libya Tells Foreign Companies to Form Joint Ventures with Libyan Companies
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 14:53:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TRIPOLI, Libya - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Phoenicia Group, a decision last month by the General People's Committee, the Libyan equivalent of Parliament, mandating foreign companies in Libya active in the oil services, construction, industry, electricity, communications, transportation, and agribusiness and marine and animal resources sectors, to form Joint Ventures through Joint-Stock companies with Libyan partners, has some in-country foreign companies wondering how the new law affects them, and non-established companies confused on incorporation options in Libya.

2006: The Best Hotel Gyms in the U.S.
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 13:52:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Athletic-Minded Traveler LLC, a Southern California-based active lifestyle media company that operates the largest healthy travel site on the web, athleticmindedtraveler.com, released today its 2006 ranking of 'The Best Hotel Gyms in the U.S.' The Top 11 hotel gyms received the company's recommendation after in-depth research on over 3,000 hotels and anonymous personal tours by the editorial staff.

Not Your Kid's Music Store Anymore
Mon, 11 Dec 2006, 19:55:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SWANZEY, N.H. - Dec. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- UrbanBoomer, the online entertainment/social networking site targeting the 35-60 demographic, announced the launch of its digital music download store UBTunes. The site, www.ubtunes.com is aesthetically appealing, more reminiscent of a neighborhood record store with browse features for a host of sub-genres such as 60's Soul, Lounge and Exotica, Jazz, 70's Rock, etc. and has colorful, informative and easy to read graphics. Price wise, UBTunes offers lower prices than most top level content download sites with an 88-cent song price.

Hollywood Judeo-Christian Cannabis Church Forced to Close; Arrested Reverend Claims Civil and Religious Rights Violated
Mon, 11 Dec 2006, 19:05:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. - Dec. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'Churches and Temples are no longer safe in America,' says Reverend Craig X Rubin of Temple 420, who was arrested November 8, 2006, at his religious establishment by over one dozen heavily armed officers of the LAPD. 'If they can do this to us, they can do it to any church that the government disagrees with.' The Reverend known for his reoccurring role on Showtime's hit series 'Weeds' said arresting officers did not treat Temple clergymen as required by California Penal Codes 1524 and 1525.

Web Site Sets Record Goal of One Billion Free Downloaded Calendars in a Single Year
Mon, 11 Dec 2006, 16:51:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Dec. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The beginning era of the pin-up girl, glamour and cheesecake model first gained its popularity in the 1930s; today pin-up art is making a comeback. A new Web site, Americas Pinup Calendar Girl For The Week, hopes to carry on this great American tradition for new generations to come while providing the public with a tool that is not only useful, but visually appealing.

Entrepreneur's New Breed of Roses Changing Anniversary Gift Giving
Mon, 11 Dec 2006, 15:17:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
ST. LOUIS, Mo. - Dec. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stainless steel roses? How about leather or wood? Roses are the ultimate symbol for love and affection and a new Web site, The Anniversary Rose (theanniversaryrose.com), offers an array of flowers handmade from materials that follow the traditional anniversary gift list.

Online Jeweler JamesAllen.com Debuts New 'Hearts & Arrows' Diamond Collection
Mon, 11 Dec 2006, 14:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Dec. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JamesAllen.com, one of the leading online jewelry companies has just announced the release of their Signature Ideal Cut 'Hearts & Arrows' Collection. This exclusive inventory of perfectly symmetrical diamonds represents the 'creme de la creme' of diamond cutting and is available only through the JamesAllen.com website.

Casino Reporter Trading his 60 cent Check for WSOP Entry
Thu, 07 Dec 2006, 17:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEWTON, Mass. - Dec. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GoldenPalace.com, the internet casino famous for their unusual and often outrageous advertising campaigns, has done it again by trading a set of 500 unique poker chips for a 60 cent check. Reporter Aaron Todd won the money in a free tournament on a new Internet poker site while doing research to write about it. He planned to play real money games with his 60 cents until he either made $100 or lost it all, but the site no longer allows U.S. customers to play for real money after the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act was passed in late September, so he asked them to send a check.

Perkins and Marie Callender's Inc. Expands Tibersoft IQ Solution for Food Cost Control
Thu, 07 Dec 2006, 16:26:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WESTBOROUGH, Mass. - Dec. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tibersoft, the leading provider of trading partner intelligence solutions for the foodservice industry, announced that Perkins Restaurants will rollout the Tibersoft IQ solution across all their 480 locations. The Restaurant Company, Operator and Franchisor of Perkins Restaurants, recently acquired Marie Callender's Pie Shops, Inc. and will expand that already successful Tibersoft rollout.

HearPod Adds Directional Mic. with Open Fitting to its Line of BTE Hearing Aids
Thu, 07 Dec 2006, 16:13:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
CORNELIUS, N.C. - Dec. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HearPod Hearing Aids president Randy Wohlers, BC-HIS, today announced the introduction of HearPod Directional Mic Open Fitting hearing aid. This behind the ear aid is designed to cater to the hearing industry's hottest trends - directional microphones, open fitting and cosmetically discrete design. Directional microphones improve the wearer's ability to understand speech by focusing correction on voices in front of the wearer while reducing noises from behind.

Cuban Exiles Can Breathe Sigh of Relief as Miami Gets Nude Britney Spears Giving Birth
Thu, 07 Dec 2006, 14:53:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MIAMI, Fla. - Dec. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The 'deathbed' portrait of Fidel Castro that outraged Cuban exiles everywhere in part for a scheduled display in Miami this weekend has been replaced with 'Monument to Pro-Life: The Birth of Sean Preston.' The renowned nude of Britney Spears giving birth atop a bearskin rug appears at Fountain Miami, courtesy of Capla Kesting Fine Art, from December 7th to 11th in Wynwood Gallery district during Art Basel Miami.

Duncan Technology Group Completes Reverse Merger with Ascentia Biomedical Corporation
Thu, 07 Dec 2006, 13:48:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Dec. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ascentia Biomedical Corporation ('Ascentia') (OTC: ASCE) today announced that, effective November 28, 2006, it has completed the acquisition of all the outstanding common stock of Fortress Technology Systems, Inc. ('Fortress'), pursuant to a share exchange agreement. Ascentia acquired all of the outstanding shares of Fortress common and preferred stock in exchange for 254,531,004 shares of Ascentia common stock and 8,000,000 shares of Ascentia Series A Preferred Stock.

CyberTouch Announces FlexTouch Touch Screen Technology
Thu, 07 Dec 2006, 00:51:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NEWBURY PARK, Calif. - Dec. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CyberTouch is pleased to announce the introduction of FlexTouch, an unbreakable and flexible line of new touch screens designed for flat-panel or rear-projection displays. Utilizing polymer-on-polymer construction, FlexTouch incorporates four-wire resistive analog technology offering up to 86% transparency. The user-surface is abrasion-resistant and anti-glare.

Updated: Japanese Study Confirms Safety and Efficacy of Intravenous Rexin-G as Treatment for Diverse Metastatic Cancers
Wed, 06 Dec 2006, 20:35:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN MARINO, Calif. and TOKYO, Japan - Dec. 6, 2006 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Epeius Biotechnologies announced today the first results of an independent study conducted in Japan that further documents the safety and efficacy of intravenous Rexin-G(TM) in a broad spectrum of patients with chemo-resistant metastatic cancer. Although the study began in October, only two months ago, the initial reports are both encouraging and noteworthy.

New Book Teaches Business Owners How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Poor Web Site Design and Development
Wed, 06 Dec 2006, 18:06:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SANDPOINT, Idaho - Dec. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new book from Logical Expressions, Inc. aims to demystify the often-confusing world of ecommerce. In 'Web Business Success: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Web Sites That Work' (ISBN: 978-0-9749245-0-2; LCCN-2006909228) authors James Byrd and Susan Daffron share practical tips and strategies to help business owners make good choices when they put a Web site online.

Native Voices Foundation Celebrates Olympic Progress on 10th Anniversary
Wed, 06 Dec 2006, 15:41:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SEDONA, Ariz. - Dec. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On the 10th Anniversary of Native Voices Foundation, the board held an election and celebrated some phenomenal progress for Indian youth. As newly elected Co-Chairman, Gary Lake (Shasta Vice Chair) said, 'A single tribe cannot get their youth to the Olympics, but together we can.' 'Thanks to key leaders of Indian Country uniting behind the Indian Olympic Bid, these dreams for their youth are within their grasp,' according to re-elected Co-Chair, Suzy Chaffee, an Olympic skier.

Japanese Study Confirms Safety and Efficacy of Intravenous Rexin-G(TM) as Treatment for Diverse Metastatic Cancers
Wed, 06 Dec 2006, 13:45:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN MARINO, Calif. and TOKYO, Japan - Dec. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Epeius Biotechnologies announced today the first results of an independent study conducted in Japan that further documents the safety and efficacy of intravenous Rexin-G in a broad spectrum of patients with chemo-resistant metastatic cancer. Although the study began in October, only two months ago, the initial reports are both encouraging and noteworthy. The lead investigator of the Japanese study, Dr. Takaki Imamura, will be presenting his findings and clinical recommendations at a special medical conference to be held in Tokyo, Japan, on December 16, 2006.

Megatrux Moves to 170,000 Sq. Ft. World Headquarters
Tue, 05 Dec 2006, 23:09:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. - Dec. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With endless growth as the vision, The Megatrux Companies now occupy a 170,000 square foot facility built to exacting specification to serve as the world headquarters for an end-to-end global logistics operation. This state-of-the-art distribution center in Rancho Cucamonga, CA stores 15,000 racked pallet positions, has 36 dock doors, is RFID equipped and houses the companies' management and global logistics team.

3D Visualization Technology Helps Diverse Range of Businesses Innovate
Tue, 05 Dec 2006, 20:21:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DENVER, Colo. - Dec. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Denver-based IDEAVIZ, a subsidiary of Artist Rendering, Inc., is making an impact for a diverse range of businesses by using innovative 3D visualization and animation technology to bring new ideas to fruition. Since 2002, Artist Rendering, Inc. has worked with real-estate developers and architects in visualizing their future projects through high-impact 3D renderings and animations.

Boston Getting All it Can Eat with Foodler
Tue, 05 Dec 2006, 19:28:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, Mass. - Dec. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Foodler.com, a leading online service for ordering restaurant take out and delivery meals, today announced the addition of its 130th partner restaurant in the Boston region. A wide selection of cuisines from some of the Hub's most popular restaurants, combined with interactive menus and accurate online ordering, have all contributed to Foodler's 220% growth rate over the past 6 months.

nPulse and Napatech Power 10Gig Appliances for Developers
Tue, 05 Dec 2006, 16:50:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
RESTON, Va. - Dec. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- nPulse Networks LLC, a leading integrator of hardware acceleration tools for open-source network monitoring and security applications, and Napatech Inc, the world's leading vendor of high-performance, programmable Ethernet network adapters, today announced they are entering into an OEM agreement enabling nPulse Networks to use Napatech adapters in delivering their advanced network appliances to the market.

'Tis the Season to be Stressed Out: Many Americans are not Looking Forward to the Holidays
Tue, 05 Dec 2006, 16:24:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
READING, Pa. - Dec. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Millions of Americans report feeling stress and depression during the Holidays. Greg Schweitzer, founder of Stress Reduction Resources, says the biggest sources of stress over the holidays revolve around the 'Big Five:' Finances, health, family, time, and gift-giving.

Gen-9 Announces That it Will No Longer Implement the 2007 Microsoft Office User Interface in its Internet Data Management Software, NOAH
Tue, 05 Dec 2006, 14:55:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. - Dec. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gen-9, Inc. announced today that, as a result of a recent Microsoft announcement restricting the use of the 2007 Microsoft Office User Interface to non-competing products, Gen-9 will be no longer be implementing the 2007 Microsoft Office User Interface in NOAH. Gen-9 was one of the first companies to implement the new interface in one of its products.

OneHourRefund.com is Expanding its Service
Tue, 05 Dec 2006, 13:57:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Dec. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OneHourRefund.com, a national tax preparation service offering Refund Anticipation Loans (RAL) to taxpayers nationwide, are proud to announce the opening of our Memphis, TN office at 3606 Austin Peay highway, Suite 117, in the Morgan-Brown Executive Centre.

Hollywood Star Risking Jail for Jesus This Holiday Season
Mon, 04 Dec 2006, 18:17:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The world of Hollywood Television can be the meeting place of some very different people, on the surface that is. Take the case of Craig X Rubin and rap star Snoop Dogg. The latter has a worldwide 'raputation' while the former is the Reverend and founder of Temple 420, a Bible-based, Judeo-Christian sect, which believes that pot is a religious herb, as discussed in Revelation 22. How are they similar? They are both stars on Showtime's hit cable series 'Weeds' and the only two characters to play themselves. Something else in common: trouble with the law. (Video available.)

M2SYS Fingerprint Technology to be Integrated into Kodak Global Practice Management Software
Mon, 04 Dec 2006, 17:18:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ATLANTA, Ga. - Dec. 4, 2006 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- M2SYS Technology announced today it has formed a relationship with Kodak's Dental Systems Group to integrate M2SYS' patent-pending fingerprint software into the KODAK ORTHOTRAC Practice Management Software. As a result, Kodak's customers will be able to secure sensitive patient information and comply with HIPAA requirements, while improving productivity and user experience by eliminating the time, hassle, and headache associated with password management.

Designing Spaces 'Special Holiday Edition' Features Perfumania on How to Customize Your Gift Giving This Holiday Season
Mon, 04 Dec 2006, 15:50:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Having trouble deciding on just the right gift for a friend or loved one? Then you shouldn't miss the special episode of Designing Spaces for the Holidays. The hit Quorum Productions television program will feature beauty expert Kathy Kramer on their holiday show to show viewers how to customize a gift set for everyone on your list.

How to Have a Safe and Sound Holiday Season
Mon, 04 Dec 2006, 15:08:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
IRVING, Texas - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the holiday season approaching, most Americans turn their thoughts to home, family and friends. To make sure that you stay safe and sound this holiday season, the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) offers numerous home safety and security tips.

Innovative ATM Company is Ushering in a New Era in ATMs
Mon, 04 Dec 2006, 14:43:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to stay on the cutting edge of the ATM industry, Brown Investments Inc., Automated Teller Machine division is proud to announce the Pinnacle Multi-Functional 10-in-1 kiosk. This kiosk retails for $25,995 and is one of the only kiosks of its type on the market today.

Southern Bleacher Wins Renovation Contract for Historic Cotton Bowl
Mon, 04 Dec 2006, 14:15:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DALLAS, Texas - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Southern Bleacher Company, based in Graham, Texas, is excited to announce that they recently won the Request for Proposals from Heery International, Inc. to be a subcontractor in the undertaking of the renovation of the historic 75-year old Cotton Bowl Stadium at Fair Park in Dallas.

CADFORCE, Inc. Announces $3.1 Million in Venture Capital Financing
Fri, 01 Dec 2006, 20:49:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CADFORCE, the Los Angeles-based global leader in outsourced architectural services, today announced that it has raised $3.1 million in a Series B funding round. Louisiana Ventures, LP, of Bossier City, Louisiana led the round with a $1.5 million investment. This follows Rincon Venture Partners' August 2005 Series A, bringing the total capital investment in CADFORCE to just under $5 million. Rincon and the Tech Coast Angels also participated in the Series B. In addition, CADFORCE's Board of Directors has chosen to keep the Series B round open for additional investment of $1.4 million.

Eris Apparel Designs Sexy and Comfortable Clothing for the Busty Figure
Fri, 01 Dec 2006, 20:13:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Average-sized women with larger busts often meet challenges when it comes to finding that perfect cocktail dress or that professional-looking jacket for an important meeting; Eris Apparel has designed not only a solution, but also an attractive clothing line that rises to fit any occasion.

GEL SMART Engineers a Perfect Union of Smart Gel and Fabric Technologies in New Line of Foot Orthotics
Fri, 01 Dec 2006, 19:43:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WHIPPANY, N.J. - Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For the first time, health care professionals and consumers can benefit from the comfort and convenience of silicone heel cups and wedges, as well as a complete selection of insoles, constructed with anti-microbial top covers. Together with its newest line of silicone foot orthotics, foot care innovator GEL SMART is introducing Fabric Smart(TM) anti-microbial top covers.

Designing Spaces 'Special Holiday Edition' Features Generations on Effective Home Office and Craft Studio Storage
Fri, 01 Dec 2006, 19:01:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Is your home office or craft studio in need of some serious organization? Then you shouldn't miss the special episode of 'Designing Spaces for the Holidays.' The hit Quorum Productions television program will feature Lynda Musante from Generations showing viewers the newest trends in storage for scrap booking, home offices, and craft studios.

Neotrope Announces the Relaunch of Online News and Lifestyle Magazine eNewsChannels
Fri, 01 Dec 2006, 17:07:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TORRANCE, Calif. - Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Neotrope(R), a 24 year old entertainment, publishing, brand marketing and content company, announced today the formal re-launch of its online news and lifestyle magazine, eNewsChannels(TM). The publication (at www.eNewsChannels.com) features articles on social issues, personal well being, and entertainment. Selected news stories from the offbeat to the fascinating are included. The publication is edited by veteran journalist Christopher Laird Simmons, with a varied list of storied contributors.

November 2006

Long Term Care Insurance Will Power a Solution to African Poverty
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 23:59:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
KIRKLAND, Wash. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Starting this year, long term care insurance, which enhances the security of longer-living Americans, will indirectly improve lives in AIDS-plagued Africa also. Today LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, announced that it would contribute 2% of its profits each year to the Rabuor Village Project, a comeback model for villages throughout Africa.

Designing Spaces 'Special Holiday Edition' Features Entenmann's on Ways to Make Holiday Baked Goods Simple, Easy, and Delicious
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 20:51:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Does Holiday baking seem like a daunting task? Then you shouldn't miss the special episode of 'Designing Spaces for the Holidays.' The hit Quorum Productions television program will feature guest pastry chef, Kathleen Robbins from Entenmann's on their holiday show to teach viewers some delicious and easy ways to make baked goods a part of their holidays.

Infrastruct Security Grows through Two Strategic Business Transactions
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 20:25:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Infrastruct Security, Inc. acquires Monarch Security and purchased the systems and the service account base from Kimmons Security Services. The leading critical infrastructure and convergent security solutions integrator on the Gulf Coast, Infrastruct Security continues to expand its presence.

TV Show Designing Spaces 'Special Holiday Edition' Features Bluetooth Technologies
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 18:23:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Do all the new Bluetooth applications have you boggled? Then you shouldn't miss the special episode of 'Designing Spaces for the Holidays.' The hit Quorum Productions television program will feature Mike Foley from Bluetooth Technologies showing the convenience of Bluetooth Technology both in and out of the home.

VisiWave Adds GPS Location Tracking Support to its Wireless Site Survey Software
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 16:42:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
KALAMAZOO, Mich. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AZO Technologies, Inc., today announced the release of VisiWave(TM) Site Survey 1.6, the latest version of its very successful wireless site survey product. With this release, GPS is now supported as a new method for keeping track of the surveyor's location while conducting a site survey. Using a Global Positioning System (GPS) device, the surveyor can track his or her movements while outdoors to automatically create maps of the area's 802.11a/b/g wireless coverage.

Quorum Productions' Hit TV Show Designing Spaces 'Special Holiday Edition' Features Chase Bank USA on Protecting Identity Theft
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 16:15:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Will you be using your credit card this holiday season? Then you shouldn't miss the special episode of 'Designing Spaces for the Holidays.' The hit Quorum Productions television program will feature an expert from Chase Bank USA who will make viewers aware of what they can do to protect themselves from fraud and identity theft.

TeamF1 Awarded VPNC Certification for Embedded IPsec and IKE Stack
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 15:38:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FREMONT, Calif. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamF1, Inc., the leader in embedded security, today announced that V-IPSecure - its high-performance implementation of IPsec and IKE protocols for IPv4 and IPv6 - successfully passed all the Virtual Private Network Consortium's (VPNC) interoperability tests for IPsec VPN systems. This certification continues the company's long-standing commitment to provide the embedded market with lean and robust security software complying with stringent industry standards.

Risk for Egg Donors Greatly Reduced Through Medical Protocol Developed by Las Vegas Infertility Specialist
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 14:57:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAS VEGAS, Nev. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A specialized protocol for ovarian stimulation that can essentially eliminate the risks of Severe Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) in egg donors and IVF patients is currently in use at a Las Vegas infertility practice.

Hit TV Show Designing Spaces 'Special Holiday Edition' Features Celebrity Cruise Lines
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 14:35:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Does your holiday shopping list include a family vacation? Then you shouldn't miss the special episode of 'Designing Spaces for the Holidays.' The hit Quorum Productions television program will feature Chris Jurasas from Celebrity Cruises showing how cruising can be comfortable, upscale, and include activities for everyone in the family.

GeckoSystems, Inc. Appoints New Senior Management
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 13:49:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GeckoSystems, Inc. (OTCPK: GKSY / GKSY.pk) is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors has appointed Mr. Neil T. Wallace to the position of Vice President, Legal and Public Affairs. Mr. Wallace holds a J.D. and an economics degree and has held several senior management positions domestically.

'X-Rated' Cuts: Considering the 'X-Factor' this Holiday Shopping Season
Wed, 29 Nov 2006, 22:27:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas - Nov. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- November 27, known as 'Cyber-Monday' showed an unprecedented 26% increase over the same day last year as internet shoppers handed over $608 million to internet sellers, say the folks at Whiteflash.com. The modern shopping boom is accompanied by interest in modern products, at least in one area where a brand new diamond shape is receiving what we should call 'X-plosive' attention over its traditional counterparts.

ConceptShare Launches its Web-Based Design Collaboration Solution for Designers, Marketers and Creative Firms of all Types
Wed, 29 Nov 2006, 20:19:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SUDBURY, Ontario - Nov. 29, 2006 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ConceptShare Inc., a new innovator in the design collaboration market, announced today that they are launching their new web application ConceptShare to the public. ConceptShare is a web-based tool that allows for the creation and management of interactive workspaces to present visual designs to others to communicate design intentions and capture visual feedback from team members, managers and customers.

A New Cookbook for Vegans by Vegans Serves Up Dinner Ideas
Wed, 29 Nov 2006, 18:12:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SANDPOINT, Idaho - Nov. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vegans may not have many options when it comes to convenience foods or dining out, but a new cookbook released by Logical Expressions, Inc. can help get dinner on the table quickly - 'Vegan Success: Scrumptious, Healthy Vegan Recipes for Busy People' (ISBN: 978-0-9749245-1-9; LCCN-2006907834).

Move Over Magnum P.I.: Florida Private Investigator and Author Shares Tricks of the Trade
Wed, 29 Nov 2006, 17:43:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
PENSACOLA, Fla. - Nov. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- So, you want to be a P.I.? Florida Private Investigator, John Krause, has re-released 'The Private Investigator's Guide,' (ISBN: 0-615-13411-4, printed version; and ISBN: 0-615-12404-6; CD-ROM version) previously published in 1997. 'The Private Investigator's Guide' is the most comprehensive guide on the market; it teaches the novice P.I. the tricks of the trade and provides basic information for business start-up.

City Network, Inc. Receives Notice from Amex That It is Not in Compliance with Continued Listing Standards - Amendment to Press Release dated Nov. 28, 2006
Wed, 29 Nov 2006, 16:37:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Nov. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- City Network, Inc. (AMEX:CSN) a company that designs, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive line of broadband and wireless Internet access solutions and consumer electronic products, announced that on November 22, 2006, the Company received notice from the American Stock Exchange (Amex) that it is not in compliance with certain Amex continued listing standards, as a result of the Company's failure to file in a timely manner a Form 10-QSB for the quarter ended September 30, 2006.

Consulting Firm Offers Both Legal Advice and Business Services
Wed, 29 Nov 2006, 15:44:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PHOENIX, Ariz. - Nov. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Would you like to work with a professional that only asks you to describe your business objectives once? Well, that is what you can expect from Indigo Business Solutions, a new company that is not like other consulting firms. Indigo Business Solutions provides most of the legal and business services that your business needs, and that saves time, money, and frustration.

Japanese IT Company KAYAC Co.Ltd. has Launched new Blog Widget 'THANKS' English Version
Wed, 29 Nov 2006, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
KANAGAWAKEN, Japan, Nov. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On November 21st, KAYAC Co.Ltd. CEO Daisuke Yanagisawa announced that the company has launched a new blog widget 'THANKS' from their blog widgets site 'BlogDeco.'

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2006 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 22:03:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Buying and servicing a boat has become a much easier task for consumers around the country, thanks to Boating Industry magazine's second annual Top 100 Dealers, a ranking of an incredibly powerful group of marine dealers that generated more than $2.88 billion in retail sales, or nearly 8 percent of the entire $37 billion marine market.

Therawear Compression Hosiery - Therafirm Support Stockings for Varicose Veins, Tired Aching Feet and Legs, and Edema
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 21:45:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ROCKINGHAM, N.C., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Looking for gradient compression hosiery and socks? Check out Therawear.com. Therawear offers Therafirm medically correct, gradient compression hosiery and socks for a fraction of the cost of other compression hosiery brands.

nPulse Helps Appliance Developers Leverage Powerful Hardware Acceleration
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 20:19:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
RESTON, Va., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- nPulse Networks Systems, a leading integrator of hardware acceleration tools for open-source network monitoring and security applications, announced today that it has released a new toolkit for application developers. The Catapult toolkit is a development platform designed for AMD Opteron server systems.

What Role Did a Rare Genetic Disorder Play in the Life of a Sexual Killer? A New Novel Reveals the Shocking Truth
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 19:42:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HARTFORD, Conn., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The psychological thriller 'TO THE BONE' (ISBN: 0-9769688-3-5) by Mark Vann is based on an astonishing medical case history and offers readers a villain like no other in the annals of crime fiction. The strands of the plot are darkly and deftly intertwined like the DNA helix of the killer.

Does the News Media Patronize the Black Community? asks United Voices for a Common Cause
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 18:36:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Recognizing the need for another effective medium, H. Lewis Smith, author of 'Bury that Sucka,' is the founder of a new non-profit organization, United Voices for a Common Cause, Inc. The organization pledges and holds true to not use the n-word as they strive toward cultural integrity and mutual respect for all Americans and to offer uncompromising resistance to social forces and structures which deny or limit their ability to do so.

City Network, Inc. Receives Notice from Amex That It is Not in Compliance with Continued Listing Standards
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 17:36:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TAIPEI, Taiwan, Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- City Network, Inc. (AMEX: CSN) announced that on November 22, 2006 the Company received notice from the American Stock Exchange ('Amex') that it is not in compliance with certain Amex continued listing standards, as a result of the Company's failure to file in a timely manner a Form 10-QSB for the year ended September 30, 2006.

December 5 is the Fourth Annual Day of the Ninja - Holiday Started as a Response to International Talk Like a Pirate Day
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 16:41:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- aethereal FORGE announces that Ninja lovers around the world will be celebrating the fourth annual Day of the Ninja this December 5. On this day, individuals are encouraged to dress up like ninja, participate in ninja-related activities, and spread ninja propaganda via the Internet.

Audio Tour Publishers Announce Special Christmas Market Maps of Two Beloved Cities in Germany
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 15:24:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MUNICH, Germany, Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AudioTravel has unveiled a special free service for the 2006 Christmas season. The company, which, since last year, has enjoyed increasing success with its audio-guided tours (on CD, or as an mp3 download) of both Munich and Cologne, invites visitors and natives of Germany alike to make use of its inventive set of Christmas market maps for both of those cities at www.audiotravel.com/christmas.

GeckoSystems, Inc. Appoints New Board Member
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 14:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GeckoSystems, Inc. (OTC: GKSY / GKSY.pk) is pleased to announce that the Company has appointed Mr. George MacLeod to the GeckoSystems Board of Directors. Mr. MacLeod will also continue in his position as Senior Vice President of Business Development of the company. GeckoSystems, Inc. provides practical mobile robot solutions for safety, security, and service(TM) in all types of industries.

Cincinnati Bell Deploys Atreus IP Service Provisioning Solution for Business VoIP Launch
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 13:37:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Atreus Systems(TM), the leading supplier of provisioning software for VoIP, IMS and advanced IP service bundles, today announced that Cincinnati Bell (NYSE: CBB), one of the nation's most respected and best performing local exchange and wireless providers, has successfully deployed Atreus' IP Service Provisioning Solution to automate the provisioning and management of its business trunking service.

Phoenicia Group Tops Libya Analyst Expectations
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 13:25:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TRIPOLI, Libya, Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phoenicia Group Libya LLC, the leading U.S.-Libyan diversified business firm and consultancy group, surprised Libya market watchers and investors with a near 300% jump in operating profit, hitting 34 Million USD, up from 12 Million USD in the same period in 2005.

Altamont Homes Introduces Modular Mansions through Partnership with Award-Winning Architect
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 00:11:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Altamont Homes, Inc., located in Martinez, Calif., is filling a void in the California construction market - custom modular homes - and is excited to announce that they will be teaming up with award-winning architect, Douglas Cutler, AIA.

Casino Affiliate Program Raises Commission to 75% for Non-US Traffic
Mon, 27 Nov 2006, 18:25:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ST. JOHN'S, Antigua, Nov. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a move that is unprecedented in the online gaming industry, the CasinoBlasters.com affiliate program is offering all new affiliates an incredible 75% commission from December 1, 2006 to January 31, 2007 to bring in casino players from outside North America. Current affiliates will be bumped up to 50% commission for their non-North American traffic.

Startling New Info in Biography from Sam Cooke's Family
Mon, 27 Nov 2006, 17:13:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
CHICAGO, Ill., Nov. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The LJR Group today announced publication of a revised edition of the book 'Our Uncle Sam: The Sam Cooke Story From His Family's Perspective' (ISBN: 1-4120-6498-8). Written by Cooke's great-nephew Erik Greene, Our Uncle Sam not only emphasizes Cooke's accomplishments in music history, but gives the reader an inside look on the childhood influences that drove him to excel.

WidowPC Offers New Core 2 Duo Gaming Laptop that Free 'Dell Hostages' from Overpriced Technology
Wed, 22 Nov 2006, 18:23:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- WidowPC, the industry's leading gaming laptop boutique announced today that they have launched a new Core 2 Duo gaming laptop that gives those seeking an alternative to mass produced laptops like the Dell(R) XPS M1710(TM) a solution. This gaming laptop sports the industry's fastest gaming video card, the fastest Core 2 Duo CPU and up to 4 GB of high performance DDR2 RAM at a record setting price of $2195 - more than $100 lower than Dell's price.

WidowPC Launches World's First PC Designed Specifically for World of Warcraft: The 'WoW Online Gaming PC'
Wed, 22 Nov 2006, 17:38:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- WidowPC, the industry's leading gaming computer boutique, launched the world's first gaming computer designed especially for World of Warcraft players. The PC hardware and software is optimized to play World of Warcraft at the best possible performance and detail. The new machine sports a new form of intelligent networking technology that greatly reduces that amount of lag experienced by the player in World of Warcraft and other massively multiplayer online (MMO) games.

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