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SES Confirms Satellite Leadership in TV Channel Carriage and High Definition Transmission
SES (Paris:SESG)(LuxX:SESG) announced today that it is confirming its satellite leadership in TV channel carriage and high definition transmission. By year-end 2011, SES broadcasts over 5,200 TV channels, including over 1,200 High Definition (HD) channels. In the second half of 2011 alone, SES added more than 100 HD channels. While North America and Europe contribute the majority of the channels broadcast on SES satellites, an increasing… continue reading »
Mitsubishi Electric Comments on Suspension from The National Institute of Information and Communications Technology's Bidding
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503) received notice today from The National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) that the company has been suspended effective immediately from participating in further bidding for a period of between one and 18 months, until full details of the company's improper charging of expenses to the NICT are revealed and remedial measures are put in place by the company. … continue reading »
Clear Channel and Madonna Partner to Launch Worldwide Multi-Platform Premiere of Her Latest Single “Give Me All Your Luvin’”
Clear Channel, a leading global media and entertainment company specializing in radio, digital, outdoor, mobile and on-demand entertainment and information, today announced that it has partnered with Madonna to launch a first-of-its-kind worldwide campaign of her latest single and video, “Give Me All Your Luvin’,” utilizing its extensive international media platform in a new and innovative way. The campaign – which includes the new single… continue reading »
Primerica Hosts Champion Challenge at Orlando’s Universal Studios
Primerica, the largest independent financial services marketing company in North America, with more than 90,000 licensed representatives, announced today that Co-CEO John Addison and President Glenn Williams will host an incredibly unique sales incentive trip, to be held in two phases in Orlando. Accommodations will be provided at the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek and Waldorf Astoria Bonnett Creek resorts. The first phase runs from February 2-5, the… continue reading »
Mitsubishi Electric Announces New Ultra-High-Speed Elevator Technologies
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503) announced today its new suite of technologies that enable ultra-high-speed elevators to travel faster than 1,000 meters per minute, or 60 kph, with enhanced efficiency, comfort and safety. The technologies will be incorporated in the world's fastest elevators, including those developed by Mitsubishi Electric for the 632-meter Shanghai Tower under construction in Shanghai, China. In response… continue reading »
Joost.com Ready to Play “Game Night” on Big Game Day
Joost.com, the owned and operated site of Joost Media, a digital brand solutions company, announced today that it is kicking off “Game Night,” an original online sitcom series where everyone is a player. Episode one and two of the series will appear on Joost.com on Sunday, February 5, 2012, to commemorate the other Big Game that most of America will be watching on Sunday. “Game Night” is a wacky, upbeat, multi-ethnic online sitcom about four… continue reading »
Visual Effects Society Nominates 4 Students from The DAVE School for Outstanding Visual Effects Award
Four students from The DAVE School (Digital Animation and Visual Effects) have been selected by the prestigious Visual Effects Society as nominees in the student category for the 10th Annual VES Awards Gala, a ceremony recognizing outstanding visual effects artistry in film, animation, television, commercials, special venues and video games. Under the supervision of renowned VFX artist and director Lee Stringer, The DAVE School… continue reading »
Share Some Love at Roy’s Restaurant
Love is in the air at Roy’s Restaurant. Now through February 14 guests can send a uniquely designed e-card to as many friends, family and loved ones as possible by visiting Roy’s website or www.facebook.com/RoysRestaurant. Recipients simply click on the Roy’s e-card to discover one of three gifts: Complimentary Lobster Potstickers, a Chocolate Soufflé (each with purchase of entrée) or a $50 gift certificate. The 10 guests who share… continue reading »
Men with Strokes Call for Help Quicker Than Women, Mayo Clinic Study Says
It’s been said that marriage is good for your health – especially if you’re a man. Research at Mayo Clinic in Arizona shows that’s true when it comes to seeking care for stroke symptoms. A Mayo Clinic study, presented at the American Stroke Conference in New Orleans in early February, says that men experiencing a stroke call for emergency help quicker than women, especially if they are married. “Marriage has long been shown to offer… continue reading »
Quality Parts Coalition Applauds Newly Introduced Legislation to Protect Consumer Access to Alternative Collision Repair Parts
The Quality Parts Coalition (QPC) has announced its enthusiastic support for collision repair parts legislation introduced today by U.S. House Judiciary Committee Members Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) and Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.). The QPC urges quick passage of the bill by the House Judiciary Committee in early 2012 and is looking forward to working with members of the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee to introduce a companion bill very soon. … continue reading »
Nestlé Offers Seasonal Items for Creative Gift-Giving
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Nestlé Seasonal treats make it easy to let friends, colleagues and family know they are loved. Perfect for gift exchanges or to brighten up a co-worker’s or friend’s day, Nestlé’s line of Valentine’s Day sweets spotlight favorite varieties from Nestlé Butterfinger, Nestlé Crunch, and WONKA—each one featuring a fun Valentine’s twist. WONKA, the #1 branded sugar manufacturer for Valentine’s Day, has some new… continue reading »
Asia Entertainment & Resources Ltd. to Participate in Upcoming Event
Asia Entertainment & Resources Ltd. (“AERL”) (NASDAQ: AERL), which operates through its subsidiaries and related promoter companies as a VIP room gaming promoter, today announced that it will participate in the following upcoming event: Daiwa Discovery Day 2012 Event: … continue reading »
Think Pink: OtterBox Cases Benefit Avon Breast Cancer Crusade for Valentine’s Day
Show your smartphone some love for Valentine’s Day and think pink. Trade the traditional chocolate and roses for something that will outlast the holiday – global case manufacturer OtterBox® offers protective Commuter Series® StrengthSM cases that benefit the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade. OtterBox Commuter Series Strength cases benefit Avon Breast Cancer Crusade. (Photo: Business Wire) "OtterBox's sponsorship of the Crusade and Avon Walk… continue reading »
Exponential Entertainment™ Adds Actresses and Game Designers Daryl Hannah and Hilary Shepard to Advisory Board
Exponential Entertainment™, a Seattle based media entertainment company, today announced the addition of actresses and game designers Daryl Hannah and Hilary Shepard to the company’s advisory board. “While Daryl is widely known and recognized as an award winning actress, she and her business partner Hilary Shepard are also notable game designers as well as avid online game players,“ said Dave Long, Exponential Entertainment CEO. “They… continue reading »
Vestas Wind Systems Renews Three-Year Sponsorship With FIRST® LEGO® League
FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL®), an alliance between FIRST® and the LEGO Group, today announced that Vestas Wind Systems A/S, a long running global sponsor of FLL, has renewed its support of the program for an additional three-year period. “The goals of FIRST LEGO League match perfectly with Vestas,” said Rikke Harbo, Specialist, Sponsorships, for Vestas Wind Systems. “The future of our planet depends on encouraging young people with a… continue reading »
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