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STEM Education Gets a Creative Classroom Twist Through the Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Awards Program
For the past 19 years, thousands of classrooms across the U.S. and Canada have gotten a creative boost in important STEM, or science, technology, engineering and math education, thanks to the Toshiba/National Science Teachers Association ExploraVision Awards Program, the world’s largest K–12 science and technology competition. In ExploraVision, students discover the wonders of science and the potential for technological advancement while using their imaginations to contemplate a better future. Applications for next year’s competition will be available online at exploravision.org starting August 30 and are due by February 2, 2011.
The ExploraVision program, sponsored by Toshiba and administered by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), was created to help motivate young students to excel in science and technology. It challenges teams of 2-4 students to research…
Burger King Holdings, Inc. to Be Acquired by 3G Capital
Burger King Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BKC) (the “Company”) and 3G Capital today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which affiliates of 3G Capital will acquire the stock of the Company for $24.00 per share, or $4.0 billion, including the assumption of the Company’s outstanding debt. Under the terms of the agreement, which has been unanimously approved by the Company’s Board of Directors, stockholders will receive… continue reading »
Americans Struggle for a Quick and Easy Smoothie Solution At Home
While most Americans agree that fruit is an important part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle, a new survey conducted by Kelton Research and Yoplait Frozen Smoothies finds that nearly two in five Americans confess they typically don’t consume the USDA’s MyPyramid recommendation of at least 2 cups of fruit per day.1,2 With one full serving of fruit (½ cup), 110 to 120 calories and 1.5 to 2 grams of fat per serving (depending on the flavor), Yoplait… continue reading »
Canon U.S.A. Announces Océ Wide Format Printing Systems as a New Dealer for Award-Winning Large Format Printers
Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced that the Océ North America Wide Format Printing Systems division has been named as a dealer of its award-winning imagePROGRAF large format printers. As an authorized Canon dealer, Océ Wide Format Printing Systems will begin offering Canon’s lineup of imagePROGRAF large format printers and supplies, including the five-color Technical Documents and General Use Series and eight-color… continue reading »
UK HDTV Owners Twice as Likely to Buy 3DTV Set, Strategy Analytics
Britons who already own a high definition television set (HDTV) are more than twice as likely to buy a 3D television within the next twelve months as those who have not yet bought an HDTV, according to a survey of 700 UK consumers just completed by analyst firm Strategy Analytics. These findings challenge the commonly held assumption that people who have already bought an HDTV are not likely to upgrade to a new 3DTV set any time soon. … continue reading »
Consumers Divided on Interchange Issues, says Auriemma Consulting Group
As advocates of the payments industry and retailers battle over proposed changes to interchange, neither side will find it easy to rally consumer support, according to Cardbeat®, a syndicated market research report published by Auriemma Consulting Group (ACG). “Even among heavy credit card users, reaction to the concept of discounts for paying cash is neutral to positive; however, few expect that merchants would pass along the savings,” says Nancy… continue reading »
How Large a Footprint is Your Purchase Leaving on the American Economy? A New Website, AmericasGotProduct.com, Makes It Easy to Find Out
With unemployment rates still sky-high and fears of a double-dip recession lingering, many Americans this Labor Day may find themselves sitting around their barbecue with friends asking, “What is it going to take for the economy to improve once and for all?” A unique, newly launched website helps them answer that heady question. At http://www.AmericasGotProduct.com, consumers can quickly learn which products best support the American … continue reading »
Namco Networks Extends PC Hit, Mishap: An Accidental Haunting, to iOS Devices
Namco Networks, a leading publisher and developer of interactive content, today launched the smash PC hit, Mishap: An Accidental Haunting, on iOS devices. Developed by Virtual Prophecy Entertainment, this addictive Hidden Object game is available on Apple’s App Store for $4.99 and $6.99, respectively. Mishap: An Accidental Haunting is an endearing story where players assume the role of Brock and Kelly Burton, new owners of a beautiful… continue reading »
Dillard’s, Inc. Reports August Sales Results
Dillard’s, Inc. (NYSE: DDS) (“Dillard’s” or the “Company”) announced today that merchandise sales (“sales”) for the four weeks ended August 28, 2010 were $426,831,000 compared to sales for the four weeks ended August 29, 2009 of $431,089,000. Total sales decreased 1%. Sales in comparable stores were unchanged on a percentage basis for the four weeks ended August 28, 2010. Sales for the 30 weeks ended August 28, 2010 were $3,217,302,000 … continue reading »
Del Monte Foods Company Reports Fiscal 2011 First Quarter Results
Del Monte Foods Company (NYSE: DLM): Announcement Highlights First quarter net sales declined 1.1%, driven by ~4% Pet Products net sales growth and ~6% Consumer Products net sales decrease. Diluted EPS from continuing operations of $0.29 decreased $0.01 from a record Q1 EPS of $0.30 in fiscal 2010. Company completes $100 million share repurchase, repurchasing 7.1 million shares via… continue reading »
Xerox Launches Global Marketing Campaign; Gets Down to Real Business with Help from Mr. Clean, Bullseye the Target Dog and Other Iconic Brands
A new global marketing campaign from Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) – the most ambitious and innovative the company has ever created – explores how Xerox helps iconic brands with business process and document management, freeing them to focus on what matters most – their real business. Can you imagine Procter & Gamble's powerful Mr. Clean digitizing millions of documents while also cleaning; or a Marriott Hotels & … continue reading »
American Eagle Outfitters Reports August Sales of $312 Million
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) today announced that total sales for the four weeks ended August 28, 2010 increased 3% to $312 million, compared to $304 million for the four weeks ended August 29, 2009. Comparable store sales increased 1%, compared to a 7% decrease for the same period last year. Total sales for the 30 week year-to-date period ended August 28, 2010 increased 4% to $1.61 billion, compared to $1.55 billion for the… continue reading »
Macy’s, Inc. Same-Store Sales up 4.3% in August
Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) today reported total sales of $1.638 billion for the four weeks ended Aug. 28, 2010, an increase of 6.2 percent compared with total sales of $1.542 billion in the four weeks ended Aug. 29, 2009. On a same-store basis, Macy’s, Inc. sales were up 4.3 percent in August. “Our back-to-school business through August has been strong, led by great performances by Material Girl, the exclusive juniors brand by Madonna, as… continue reading »
VoIP Provider FeatureTel Supports Local Educational Initiatives Through DonorsChoose.org Giving Program
FeatureTel, offering hosted VoIP business telephone service over private networks, recently launched an employee engagement philanthropy program benefiting DonorsChoose.org, a non-profit organization that allows donors to support specific school classroom projects. FeatureTel employees take a turn each month to select a local school classroom project of their choice to be funded by FeatureTel. In August, FeatureTel Account Manager… continue reading »
Garmin® Introduces the nüLink!™ 1695 for Super-Sized Connected Navigation
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the nüLink! 1695 – a 5-inch touchscreen portable navigation device (PND) that connects drivers with relevant, online information from Garmin’s nüLink! service, including links to online information like Google™ Local Search, traffic, weather, fuel prices, flight status, and other real-time, location-relevant content, plus it… continue reading »
Bakers Footwear Reports Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2010 Net Sales
Bakers Footwear Group, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: BKRS.OB), a leading specialty retailer of moderately priced fashion footwear for young women, with 237 stores, today reported net sales for the July and August 2010 and second quarter fiscal 2010 periods. For July, the four-week period ended July 31, 2010, net sales increased to $11.9 million, compared to $11.3 million in the same period last year. Comparable store sales (sales for stores open… continue reading »
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