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CORRECTED: St. Jude Medical Announces 4th Quarter 2005 Earnings Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... MINNEAPOLIS -- CHANGED TIME FOR CONFERENCE CALL St. Jude Medical, Inc. (NYSE:STJ) will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss the 4th quarter/year-end 2005 earnings results on Wednesday, January 25, 2006, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time (7:30 a.m. Central Time). The news ...

American Meteorological Society Presents WeatherBug(R) Prestigious 2006 Corporate Award for Outstanding Services.

Jan 19, 2006 ... GERMANTOWN, Md. -- Seventh graph, third, fourth and fifth sentences should read: WeatherBug, available at weatherbug.com, had 16.5 million unique visitors in December, 2005, according to comScore Media Metrix. It is the #2 ranked news and information property, in terms of daily reach, and ...

The Mills Corporation Announces Tax Treatment for 2005 Common and Preferred Share Distributions.

Jan 19, 2006 ... ARLINGTON, Va. -- The Mills Corporation (NYSE:MLS) announced the tax reporting information (Federal Form 1099) for the year 2005 distributions on its Common Stock, Series B Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, Series C Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, Series E Cumulative Redeemable ...

Realty Income Declares 427th Consecutive Monthly Dividend.

Jan 19, 2006 ... ESCONDIDO, Calif. -- Realty Income Corporation (Realty Income), The Monthly Dividend Company(R), (NYSE:O) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a common stock dividend of $0.11625 per share, payable on February 15, 2006 to shareholders of record as of February 1, 2006. The ...

Orbit Drop Inc. Announces Financial Growth and Live Visual Development for eBay.com, and More.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DALLAS -- Please replace the release with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The corrected release reads: ORBIT DROP INC. ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL GROWTH AND LIVE VISUAL DEVELOPMENT FOR EBAY.COM, AND MORE Orbit Drop, Inc. (Pink ...

Analysis of the Key Trends in the Wine Industry in Australia.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31110) has announced the addition of Wine in Australia to their offering. Our Wine in Australia industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the wine ...

Arden Realty, Inc. to Host Fourth Quarter 2005 Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... LOS ANGELES -- Arden Realty, Inc. (NYSE:ARI) announced today that it will release its fourth quarter 2005 earnings after market close on Wednesday, February 8, 2006. A conference call will follow on Thursday, February 9, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. Eastern Time. A hyperlink to the live webcast of ...

Lawrence M. Higby Elected to Board of Directors for William Lyon Homes.

Jan 19, 2006 ... NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. -- General William Lyon ("General Lyon"), the controlling stockholder and Chairman of the Board/Chief Executive Officer of William Lyon Homes (NYSE:WLS), announced today the recent election of Lawrence M. Higby as a Director to the Company's Board. As the ...

PC Market Continues Rapid Growth In Fourth Quarter of 2005 as Annual Shipments Reach New Highs, According to IDC.

Jan 19, 2006 ... FRAMINGHAM, Mass. -- In the third table titled, "Top 5 Vendors, Worldwide PC Shipments, 2005 Annual (Preliminary)", the last line for "Lenovo (Merged)", figures have been corrected for "2005 Shipments", "2005 Market Share", and "Growth 2005/2004", as stated below. The corrected ...

AIG Elects Fred H. Langhammer and Robert B. Willumstad to Board of Directors.

Jan 19, 2006 ... NEW YORK -- The Board of Directors of American International Group, Inc. (AIG) has elected Fred H. Langhammer and Robert B. Willumstad Directors. Mr. Langhammer, 62, served as Chief Executive Officer of The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. from 1999 to 2004, and was President and ...

AIG Announces Resignation of Donald P. Kanak, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer.

Jan 19, 2006 ... NEW YORK -- American International Group, Inc. (AIG) has announced that Donald P. Kanak, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer, has resigned from the company, effective January 31st, for personal reasons. Mr. Kanak has also resigned from the AIG Board of Directors with ...

The National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) & Allied Capital to Honor Youth Entrepreneurs on Thursday, January 19th At 2006 Regional Business Plan Competition.

Jan 19, 2006 ... National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE): <Pre> WHAT: 2006 Regional Business Plan Competition for Greater Washington Area Youth Entrepreneurs WHO: The National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE)Allied Capital ...

Cisco Announces Leadership Evolution to Support Growth Strategy; Susan L. Bostrom Named Chief Marketing Officer; James Richardson to Lead Cisco's Commercial Business.

Jan 19, 2006 ... SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) today announced executive changes in support of the company's growth strategies. Effective immediately Susan L. Bostrom has been appointed Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and named an executive officer of the company. Bostrom succeeds ...

SilverBirch Inc. Announces $450,000 Non-Brokered Private Placement.

Jan 19, 2006 ... TORONTO -- SilverBirch Inc. (TSX VENTURE:SVB) (SilverBirch) intends to proceed with a non-brokered private placement for up to $450,000 gross proceeds through the sale of 1,500,000 common shares at $0.30 in the capital of the corporation. The common shares issued pursuant to the private ...

Canfor Acquires New South Companies Inc.(Company Profile)

Jan 19, 2006 ... VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- Canfor Corporation (TSX:CFP) announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire all the outstanding shares of New South Companies Inc. ("New South") in a transaction valued at $205 million (USD), which includes working capital of approximately $55 ...

Cardinal Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Annual Earnings.

Jan 19, 2006 ... TYSONS CORNER, Va. -- Cardinal Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:CFNL) (the "Company"), parent company of Cardinal Bank (the "Bank"), announced its results of operations for the fourth quarter of 2005. HIGHLIGHTS --Net income increased 72% to $3.0 million for the fourth ...

Q4 2005 Washington Mutual Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets Offers a Brief of 'Washington Mutual' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The Washington Mutual (NYSE:WM) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 5:00pm ET. WM reported 4Q05 net income of $865m or $0.85 per diluted share. For 2005, net income was $3.4b or $3.73 per diluted share. ...

Quebecor World Recognizes Non-Cash Charge Associated with Goodwill Impairment, Announces Investments in European Platform and Reduction of Quarterly Dividends.

Jan 19, 2006 ... MONTREAL -- Quebecor World Inc. (NYSE:IQW)(TSX:IQW.SV) announced today that as part of its annual impairment test required by GAAP, the Company will recognize a non-cash charge in the fourth quarter of $243 million before tax, $232.1 million after tax or $1.77 per share for goodwill ...

Q2 2006 Lam Research Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets offers a brief of 'Lam Research' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 5:00pm ET. LRCX reported 2Q06 revenue of $358m. The total cash balance including restricted cash was $977m at the end of Dec. For the March qtr., revenues are expected to be in ...

Q1 2006 Hutchinson Technology Inc Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets offers a transcript of 'HUTCHINSON TECHNOLOGY INC' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The HUTCHINSON TECHNOLOGY INC (NASDAQ:HTCH) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 6:00pm ET. Co. reported 1Q06 net sales of $184.6m. 1Q06 net income was $6m. 1Q06 diluted EPS was $0.22. Co. expects 2Q06 net income to be ...

Q3 2006 QLogic Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets Offers a Brief of 'QLogic' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The QLogic (NASDAQ:QLGC) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 5:30pm ET. The Co. reported that revenue for 3Q06 ended 01/01/2006 was a record $129.2m. 3Q06 income from continuing operations was $31.4m, or $0.38 per diluted share. 3Q06 GAAP net ...

China's Largest Manufactures in the Semiconductor Industry Account for $22.5 billion.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c30763) has announced the addition of China's Semiconductor Industry Study 2005 to their offering. According to China Semiconductor Industry Association, there were about 50 wafer manufactories, ...

In 2005 CPU Cards Accounted for 39.2% of the Total Shipments in China.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31063) has announced the addition of China's IC Card Market Study 2004-2005 to their offering. This report describes and analyzes the current status and development of China's IC card market, ...

Logitech Delivers Record Q3 Results; Strong Growth in Audio, Video, Remotes Propels Quarterly Revenue Past Half Billion Dollar Mark for the First Time in the Company's History.(Company Profile)

Jan 19, 2006 ... FREMONT, Calif. & ROMANEL-SUR-MORGES, Switzerland -- Logitech International (SWX:LOGN) (Nasdaq:LOGI) today posted record financial results for the third quarter of FY 2006, its twenty-ninth consecutive quarter of double-digit sales growth. For Logitech's third quarter of FY ...

Q1 2006 Amdocs Limited Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets Offers a Transcript of 'Amdocs Limited' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The Amdocs Limited (NYSE:DOX) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 5:00pm ET. The Co. reported 1Q06 revenue of $587m, representing growth of 25%. 1Q06 diluted EPS, excluding acquisition-related costs and equity-based compensation expense, net of ...

Ares Capital Corporation Launches Website.

Jan 19, 2006 ... NEW YORK -- Ares Capital Corporation (Nasdaq:ARCC) announced today that it has launched its website at www.arescapitalcorporation.com. About Ares Capital Corporation Ares Capital Corporation is a closed-end, non-diversified management investment company that is ...

Q4 2005 Advanced Micro Devices Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets Offers a Brief of 'Advanced Micro Devices' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... BOSTON -- The Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE:AMD) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 5:30pm ET. For 4Q05, AMD reported GAAP total consolidated sales of $1.84b, up 45% from 4Q04, and up 21% vs. 3Q05, and net income was $96m or $0.21 per share. The Co.'s 4Q05 non-GAAP ...

Q4 2005 eBay Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets Offers a Brief of 'eBay' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 5:00pm ET. The Co. reported 4Q05 net revenues of $1.3b. 4Q05 pro forma EPS of $0.24 was $0.03 higher than the Co.s guidance. 2006 consolidated GAAP diluted EPS is expected to range from ...

Q1 2006 Apple Computer, Inc. Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets Offers a Brief of 'Apple Computer, Inc.' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The Apple Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 5:00pm ET. The Co. reported 1Q06 revenues of $5.75b with diluted EPS of $0.65. 1Q06 net income was $565m. For 2Q06, AAPL is expecting revenue of about $4.3b. 2Q06 GAAP EPS ...

Q4 2005 Synovus Financial Corp. Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets Offers a Brief of 'Synovus Financial Corp.' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The Synovus Financial Corp. (NYSE:SNV) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 4:30pm ET. Co. reported 2005 EPS (diluted) of $1.64 and 4Q05 EPS of $0.44. 4Q05 EPS growth of 16.5% was driven in part by expanding margin, balance sheet growth, excellent ...

Comcast, Jake Steinfeld, New Balance and Time Warner to Discuss ExerciseTV - Research and Markets Offers a Brief of 'Comcast Corporation' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 3:00pm ET. Management announced its new VOD network called ExerciseTV that it is launching with its partners, Jake Steinfeld, Time Warner Cable, which is available now on ...

Konami and IIJ will Establish a Joint Venture Company, to Operate Comprehensive Portal Sites.

Jan 19, 2006 ... TOKYO -- Konami Corporation (headquartered in Chiyoda-ku Tokyo, hereafter referred to as "Konami") and Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (headquartered in Chiyoda-ku Tokyo, hereafter referred to as "IIJ") today announced that the both companies agreed to establish a joint venture company, ...

PTC'06 Draws More than 1,000 Telecommunications, ICT Industry Execs, Professionals from Across World; Top Seven Intelligent Communities of Year Announced.

Jan 19, 2006 ... HONOLULU -- More than 1,000 executives and professionals from the U.S. and international telecommunications and information and communication technology (ICT) industries attended the 28th Annual Pacific Telecommunications Conference & Exhibition (PTC'06) on January 15-18, 2006 in Honolulu, ...

ABM Industries Files Form 12b-25 with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Jan 19, 2006 ... SAN FRANCISCO -- ABM Industries Incorporated (NYSE:ABM) today filed a Form 12b-25 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to report that it anticipates filing by February 1, 2006 its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended October 31, 2005. The Annual Report was due January ...

NTT DATA SANYO SYSTEM Denies the Information Released by AuctionCities and AuctionVideo.

Jan 19, 2006 ... TOKYO -- In response to information that has been released in January 2006 by AuctionCities.com Inc. and AuctionVideo.com Inc., NTT DATA SANYO SYSTEM CORPORATION, an affiliate company of SANYO Electric Co. Ltd. (Nasdaq:SANYY) announces that the information regarding NTT DATA SANYO SYSTEM ...

Modine Reports Third Quarter Results of Fiscal 2006, Year-to-Date Cash Flow Growth Continues, Full-Year Earnings Per Share Outlook Lowered.(Company Profile)

Jan 19, 2006 ... RACINE, Wis. -- Modine Manufacturing Company (NYSE:MOD), a global leader in designing and developing heating and cooling solutions for diversified markets, announced today earnings from continuing operations of $13.1 million, or $0.38 per fully diluted share, in the third quarter of fiscal ...

Research and Markets: Toyota Motor Corporation is the Second Major Automotive Manufacturer in the World.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31083 ) has announced the addition of Toyota Motor Corporation 2005 Company Profile Edition 3 to their offering Toyota Motor Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is the second largest ...

India's Emerging Economy Presents Growth Opportunities for the Biotechnology Industry.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31102) has announced the addition of India Biotechnology Report 2005 to their offering. Biotechnology has created a wave around the world, set to sweep all aspects of life. India has also shifted ...

The Indian Pharmaceutical Market is Estimated to Be Worth US$4.5 Billion, Growing 8-9% a Year.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31100) has announced the addition of India Pharmaceutical Report 2005 to their offering. The Indian Pharmaceutical Industry is today in the forefront of India's science-based industries with wide ...

The Demand for Automotive Plastics in China is Predicted to Continue to Grow over the Next Five Years.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31131 ) has announced the addition of Chinese Markets for Automotive Plastics to their offering. China's demand for automotive plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next ...

Adobe Celebrates Creative Freedom for Independent Filmmakers at Sundance Film Festival 2006; Filmmakers Create and Deliver Award-Winning Films Using Powerful, Affordable Adobe Desktop Solutions.

Jan 19, 2006 ... SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced that it is a presenting sponsor of the 2006 Sundance Film Festival and through this highest level of sponsorship is committing to support the innovation and vision of independent filmmakers. Additionally, with its ...

Purchase Order for US$ 2.2 Million Received by Calypso Wireless from Servinova, a Cisco Systems Registered Partner Company for the Delivery of Its C750w Wifi VoIP Video-Calling Phones.

Jan 19, 2006 ... MIAMI LAKES, Fla. -- Calypso Wireless, Inc. (Pink Sheets:CLYW), a leader in advanced wireless telecommunications technology announced today that it has received a purchase order for US$ 2.28 Million from Servinova, a Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO) registered partner company, for the delivery ...

Q4 2005 Kinder Morgan Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets offers a brief of 'Kinder Morgan' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The Kinder Morgan (NYSE:KMI) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 4:30pm ET. The Co. reported EPS of $1.29 for 4Q05 and $4.45 for the year. KMI continues to expect EPS of $5 in 2006. More ...

Q2 2006 Seagate Technology Earnings Conference Call - Research and Markets offers a brief of 'Seagate Technology' Conference Call.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- The Seagate Technology (NYSE:STX) Corporate Conference Call took place on 18-Jan-06 5:00pm ET. Co. announced 2Q06 revenue of $2.3b and 2Q06 net income of $287m. 2Q06 diluted EPS was $0.57. Co. expects 3Q06 revenue of approx. $2.25b and diluted EPS of approx ....

Western Refining, Inc. Prices Initial Public Offering.

Jan 19, 2006 ... EL PASO, Texas -- Western Refining, Inc. (NYSE: WNR) today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 22,500,000 shares of its common stock, 18,750,000 of which will be sold by the Company and 3,750,000 of which will be sold by certain shareholders, at $17.00 per share. In ...

A Look at the Current Trends and Future Projections of the Mobile Handset Industry in Asia.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31079 ) has announced the addition of Mobile Handset Industry Asia (2004-2009) to their offering. The market research report " Mobile Handset Industry Asia (2004-2009)" gives an in-depth analysis ...

Information about the Leading Companies in the Dishwashing Products Industry in Canada.

Jan 19, 2006 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31107) has announced the addition of Dishwashing Products in Canada to their offering. Our Dishwashing Products in Canada industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis ...

Technip and Hatch Joint Venture Awarded Koniambo Nickel Project in New Caledonia.

Jan 19, 2006 ... PARIS -- Technip, in joint venture with Hatch, has been awarded by Falconbridge Limited the project for the construction of the Koniambo nickel smelter unit located in the New Caledonia's Northern Province, near Kone. Koniambo is one of the world's largest and highest-grade undeveloped ...

Lifeline Systems to be Acquired by Royal Philips Electronics; Lifeline Shareholders to Receive $47.75 per Share in Cash.(Company Profile)

Jan 19, 2006 ... FRAMINGHAM, Mass. -- Lifeline Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: LIFE) announced today that it has signed a definitive merger agreement with Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE:PHG, AEX:PHI) under which Philips will acquire Lifeline, a leader in personal emergency response services. Philips has agreed to ...

Millicom International Cellular - Strategic Review.

Jan 19, 2006 ... STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- Millicom International Cellular S.A. ("Millicom" or the "Company")(NASDAQ:MICC)(STO:MIC) announces that, following recent receipt of a high number of unsolicited approaches, the Board has decided to conduct a review of strategic options for the Company and has ...

WebRaiser's VendiPix(TM) Targets Booming Photo Kiosk Market; Digital Photo Solution is Built on Award-Winning Self-Service Platform.

Jan 19, 2006 ... SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- WebRaiser Technologies, Inc., the leader in software for the self-service economy, announced VendiPix, as its entry into the fast growing photo kiosk market. VendiPix(TM) combines WebRaiser's award-winning VendiSoft(TM) self-service software with the best-in-class ...

Avanza: Preliminary Financial Statement 2005.

Jan 19, 2006 ... STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- Avanza: --Operating income increased by 35.4% (40.4%) to SEK 285.1 million (SEK 210.5 m). --The profit after tax was SEK 105.9 million (SEK 74.3 m). --Earnings per share totaled SEK 3.88 (SEK 2.79). --Net deposits totaled ...

Study by Retroscreen Virology, subsidiary of Univ. of London's Queen Mary School of Medicine, shows Skinvisible's patent-pending Chlorhexidine Hand Sanitizer is more than 99% effective at killing the avian 'bird flu' virus H5N1 within seconds of contact.

Jan 19, 2006 ... LAS VEGAS and LONDON -- Product's patented delivery system, Invisicare(R), ensures coverage for four hours, while resisting wash-off during that time Data to be presented at Retroscreen Virology Conference - "Bird Flu: The First Pandemic of the 21st Century" "The ...

IKEA Efforts Raise over $2.3 Million Worldwide as Part of Holiday Program Benefiting Save the Children and UNICEF; Swedish Retailer's Program ``A Child's Smile is Worth So Much'' Helps Young People Around the World.

Jan 19, 2006 ... PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa. -- IKEA, the world's leading home furnishings retailer, announced today the successful results of its holiday gift program benefiting Save the Children and UNICEF. The IKEA "A Child's Smile Is Worth So Much" initiative raised over $2.3 million worldwide through the ...

ADC Opens EMEA Production Facility in the Czech Republic; Manufacturing Site to Supply Copper and Fiber Network Equipment to ADC's Europe/Middle East/Africa Customers.

Jan 19, 2006 ... MINNEAPOLIS -- ADC (NASDAQ:ADCT)(www.adc.com), today announced it opened a new manufacturing facility in Brno, Czech Republic. To date, the new location employs approximately 45 people who are trained in the production and manufacture of copper and fiber connectivity products for service ...

QRS Music Technologies, Inc. Introduces PNOscan(TM) Optical Recorder, the Only Retrofit Optical Recorder for Pianos.

Jan 19, 2006 ... ANAHEIM, Calif. -- QRS Music Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:QRSM), a leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of pianos, piano-based audio and multimedia products, music and piano accessories, today announced the introduction of PNOscan(TM), the only retrofit recording strip for ...

Objectivity Joins 'Best of Breed' Consortium Participating at the Annual European Defense Geospatial Intelligence (DGI 2006) Conference.

Jan 19, 2006 ... SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- Objectivity, Inxight, SML, Scisys and SUN Create a "Best of Breed" Consortium Addressing the Challenges of "Multi-INT Fusion for Decision Superiority" With the continued demand from the security and intelligence community for its real-time data management ...

Medialink: Where You Should and Shouldn't Stay in 2006.

Jan 19, 2006 ... It's time to start thinking about where you want to go on vacation this year. To help out, TripAdvisor.com is unveiling its annual list of top hotels from around the world. Called the Travelers' Choice Awards, the list is designed to help you make the right choice for 2006. Radio News ...

Medialink: A Formula for Success.

Jan 19, 2006 ... It's time to rev up those engines as Formula One's world championship series is just around the corner. One team that will be in the thick of the competition is BMW Sauber, with its superstar drivers Nick Heidfeld and Jacques Villeneuve. And BMW has just unveiled its new car, with a new ...

Planned Capital and Maintenance Expenditures in Georgia Will Be Robust in 2006, an Industrialinfo.com News Alert.

Jan 19, 2006 ... HOUSTON -- Researched by Industrialinfo.com (Industrial Information Resources, Incorporated; Houston, Texas). With over $3.8 billion in planned capital and maintenance expenditures projected to start construction in 2006, opportunities for suppliers to the industrial construction ...

austriamicrosystems Becomes Premium Associate Member of Flexray Consortium; New Status Allows Active Participation in Defining the Flexray Standard for Automotive on-board Networks.

Jan 19, 2006 ... UNTERPREMSTAETTEN, Austria -- austriamicrosystems (SWX:AMS), a leading global designer and manufacturer of analog integrated circuits (ICs) for communication, industrial, medical and automotive applications, gained Premium Associate Member status in the international Flexray consortium, ...

SES ASTRA Signs Capacity Agreement With TOP TV From Czech Republic; Fourth Czech Free-to-Air Channel to join ASTRA at 19.2(degree) East.

Jan 19, 2006 ... BETZDORF, Luxemburg -- SES ASTRA, an SES GLOBAL company (PINK SHEETS:SGBAF)(EURONEXT:SESG)(LuxX:SESG), has signed an agreement with the Czech free-to-air leisure and shopping channel TOP TV for digital capacity on ASTRA at the orbital position 19.2(degree) East. TOP TV is the fourth Czech ...

Skandia: Comment by Skandia's Board.

Jan 19, 2006 ... STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- Yesterday, 18 January 2006, Old Mutual received approval from the UK Financial Services Authority to acquire all of the shares in Skandia. ...

Beagle Research Group, LLC Recognizes Emerging Software Vendors; Announces Annual WizKids(TM) Award for Advances in CRM.

Jan 19, 2006 ... STOUGHTON, Mass. -- Beagle Research Group, LLC, today announced the winners of its annual CRM WizKids award for innovation in front office software. The WizKids award is given to emerging software companies that demonstrate new and innovative solutions to business problems encountered in ...

Atrus Names Richard A. Lazar as President and CEO; Leading Expert in AED Program Design, Risk Management and Public Policy Joins Technology Firm.

Jan 19, 2006 ... PORTLAND, Ore. -- Atrus, Inc., today announced it recently named Richard A. Lazar as president and chief executive officer. Founded in 2004, Atrus develops emergency response technologies. The company's first products are targeted at expanding the reach of 911 dispatchers to enable faster ...