Business Wire back issues from Wednesday, December 19:
LiveDeal, Inc. Announces Fiscal 2007 Financial Results.(Financial report)
Dec 19, 2007 ... SANTA CLARA, Calif. & MESA, Ariz. -- Please replace the release dated December 17, 2007, with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The corrected release reads: LIVEDEAL, INC. ANNOUNCES FISCAL 2007 FINANCIAL RESULTS LiveDeal, Inc ....
Scientific Learning Corporation to Acquire Soliloquy Learning.
Dec 19, 2007 ... OAKLAND, Calif. -- Seventh graph, first sentence of release dated Dec. 18, 2007 should read: For the year ending December 31, 2008, revenue is expected to be in the range of $59.0 to $62.0 million (sted For the year ending December 31, 2008, revenue is expected to be in the range of $59.0 ...
Consumer Expenditure in South Korean on Food, Beverages and Tobacco is Forecast to Grow at a CAGR of Approx. 8% Between 2007 and 2011.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77720) has announced the addition of South Korean Food, Beverages and Tobacco Market Forecast till 2011 to their offering. The report "South Korean Food, Beverages and Tobacco Market Forecast ...
Specialty Stores Are The Leading Channel Due To Consumer Convenience And Low Prices In The Cosmetics Market Is Asia.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77754) has announced the addition of "Cosmetics Market in Asia: Favorable Demographics Fuel Sales" to their offering. The Japanese cosmetics market is in a stable condition but with continuous ...
Essential Resource for Top-Level Data and Analysis Covering the China Containers & Packaging Industry.(Industry overview)
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77616) has announced the addition of "Containers & Packaging in China" to their offering. Our Containers & Packaging in China industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and ...
The Chinese Gambler is a Unique, Groundbreaking, in-Depth Report on the Burgeoning Chinese Gaming Market.(Industry overview)(Report)
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77644) has announced the addition of "The Chinese Gambler Report" to their offering. The Chinese Gambler Report analyzes all aspects of the industry in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and ...
China's Consumer Expenditure on Food, Beverages and Tobacco is Forecast to Grow at a CAGR of 12.8% During 2007 to 2011.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77659) has announced the addition of Chinese Food, Beverages and Tobacco Market Forecast till 2011 to their offering. The latest report "Chinese Food, Beverages and Tobacco Market Forecast till ...
New Report Estimates That China's Tourism Receipts Will Reach US$85 Billion in 2011.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77697) has announced the addition of China Tourism Industry Analysis (2007-2011) to their offering. The Chinese tourism industry is scaling new heights with each passing year. As all the players ...
Pinpoint Growth Sectors and Identify Factors Driving Change Within the South Korean Specialty Drinks Market.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77668) has announced the addition of "Asian Specialty Drinks in South Korea" to their offering. Our Asian Specialty Drinks in South Korea report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and ...
Research and Markets: Indian Bioinformatics Services Outsourcing Revenues Will Touch USD 62 Million By 2010.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77667) has announced the addition of "Bioinformatics Outsourcing for Life Sciences: India Opportunity" to their offering. Bioinformatics - Surfing the outsourcing wave Research ...
Essential Source for Fiscal Information Relating to Oil and Gas Assets in Indonesia.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77672) has announced the addition of "Indonesia Upstream Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime Profile" to their offering. Indonesia Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime Profile is an essential source for fiscal ...
Bonny Doon Vineyard Comes Clean!
Dec 19, 2007 ... Randall Grahm Discloses All on New Labels SANTA CRUZ, Calif. -- Bonny Doon Vineyard labels will disclose all wine ingredients beginning with the 2007 vintage white and 2006 vintage red wines. As of 2008, consumers will note that all ingredients are listed in two sections on the ...
BioFlux(TM) 200 System Delivers Live Cell Imaging With Controlled Shear Flow.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Microfluidic Design Enables High-Throughput Cell Adhesion and Biofilm Studies SAN FRANCISCO -- Fluxion Bioscience introduced its new BioFlux 200 system at the American Society for Cell Biology annual meeting this month. This second-generation system adds advanced capabilities ...
The Farmers Insurance Group HelpPoint(R) Call Center Has Been Named J.D. Power and Associates Certified Call Center Third Year in a Row.
Dec 19, 2007 ... LOS ANGELES -- The Farmers Insurance Group HelpPoint[R] claims call center has just been recognized by J.D. Power and Associates for the third year in a row for providing "An Outstanding Customer Service Experience." The recognition is for call center operation customer satisfaction ...
Metropolitan Water District Statement on Release of Delta Vision Recommendations.
Dec 19, 2007 ... LOS ANGELES -- Timothy F. Brick, chairman of the board of directors of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, issues the following statement regarding today's release of recommendations by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's Delta Vision Blue Ribbon Task Force: "Delta ...
ZipRealty Incorporates Yelp Reviews Into Home Mapping Tool.
Dec 19, 2007 ... First Real Estate Company to Build an Interactive Map Feature Utilizing the Yelp API EMERYVILLE, Calif. -- ZipRealty (NASDAQ:ZIPR), a national full-service residential real estate brokerage, announced today the integration of Yelp's ratings and reviews into the interactive map ...
PowerShares to Transfer Two NYSE-Listed ETFs to NYSE Arca.
Dec 19, 2007 ... CHICAGO -- PowerShares Capital Management LLC, a leading provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and NYSE Euronext (NYSE Euronext:NYX) announced today that the PowerShares Exchange-Traded Fund Trust will transfer two NYSE-Listed ETF portfolios--PowerShares FTSE[TM] RAFI US 1000 (symbol: ...
California Association of Bed & Breakfast Inns Announces 16th Annual InnSpire Innkeeper Conference & Trade Show This January.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Speakers Include PBS TV Host Huell Howser and Joie de Vivre CEO Chip Conley SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- The California Association of Bed & Breakfast Inns (CABBI) today announced it will host the 16th Annual InnSpire 2008 Conference and Trade Show on January 27-29, at the Hyatt ...
Ascendia Announces Extension of Advisory Agreement with Carl Marks.
Dec 19, 2007 ... HAMILTON, N.J. -- Ascendia Brands, Inc. (AMEX: ASB) today announced that it has agreed with Carl Marks Advisory Group LLC to extend for 60 days, until February 13, 2008, the first phase of its Financial Advisory Agreement that took effect on October 15, 2007. Under the first phase of the ...
Granite City Food & Brewery Ltd. Opens New Restaurant in Orland Park, Illinois.
Dec 19, 2007 ... MINNEAPOLIS -- Granite City Food & Brewery Ltd. (Nasdaq:GCFB) a Modern American upscale casual restaurant today announced the opening of its 22nd restaurant. The new Granite City Food & Brewery is located in Orland Park, Illinois at 14035 South LaGrange Road. The restaurant is ...
Seattle Bank Announces $4.66 Million in Affordable Housing Program Awards.
Dec 19, 2007 ... FHLBank Funds 859 Units of Affordable Housing in 2007 SEATTLE -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Seattle (Seattle Bank) today announced it will provide $4.66 million in Affordable Housing Program (AHP) subsidy to fund affordable housing initiatives in Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, ...
General Growth Announces Fourth Quarter Financing Activity.
Dec 19, 2007 ... CHICAGO -- General Growth Properties, Inc. (NYSE: GGP) announced today that it has completed approximately $1.4 billion of mortgage financings since the end of the third quarter, including approximately $366 million of 2008 maturities. In addition, the company has obtained binding ...
McGrath RentCorp to Continue Share Repurchases.
Dec 19, 2007 ... LIVERMORE, Calif. -- McGrath RentCorp (NASDAQ:MGRC) today announced that depending on prevailing market conditions and other factors it may continue to repurchase shares of common stock under its previously announced stock repurchase authorization in open market purchases during the ...
St. Mary Announces 2008 Capital Investment Budget of $626 Million and Sets Production Target for 2008; Schedules Conference Call.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DENVER -- St. Mary Land & Exploration Company (NYSE:SM) today announces its capital investment budget and production target for 2008. Tony Best, President and CEO, commented, "Our 2008 capital program is designed to provide solid economic production growth within our expected ...
BlackWidowNetwork.com: Real Estate Investors ... Strike Fast!
Dec 19, 2007 ... Social Networking in a Niche Market Launches Nationally LACONIA, N.H. -- Get out the bug spray folks, there's a new spider in town! Exploding on the real estate investing scene, Black Widow Network is the first of its kind to seamlessly combine the power of social networking ...
California Statement on Federal Reserve Announcement.
Dec 19, 2007 ... SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- The administration of California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is in receipt of the December 18, 2007, announcement from the Federal Reserve System endorsing new federal rules that would give consumers seeking home mortgages new protections. California ...
BIO to Host a Journalists Roundtable to Discuss the Implications of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Biotechnology Industry Organization: <Pre> [TABLE OMITTED] </Pre> About BIO BIO represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centers and related organizations across the United States and 31 other nations. BIO ...
Hitachi Comments on the Articles of LCD Panel Business.(Company overview)
Dec 19, 2007 ... TOKYO -- Hitachi, Ltd. (NYSE:HIT) (TSE:6501) today commented on articles that reported Hitachi, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (TSE:6752), and Canon Inc. (TSE:7751), are in stages to form a comprehensive tie-up in LCD Panel Business. However, no decision as reported ...
Helix Energy Solutions Prices $550 Million of 9.5% Senior Unsecured Notes Due 2016.
Dec 19, 2007 ... HOUSTON -- Helix Energy Solutions (NYSE:HLX) announced today that it has priced a private offering of $550 million aggregate principal amount of 9.5% Senior Unsecured Notes due 2016. The transaction was upsized from the previously announced offering size of $500 million. Interest on the ...
Essential Source for Fiscal Information Relating to Oil and Gas Assets in Pakistan.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77709) has announced the addition of "Pakistan Upstream Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime Profile" to their offering. "Pakistan Upstream Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime Profile" is an essential source for ...
Erzhong Improves Business Agility with Microsoft and Dassault Systemes Integrated ERP-PLM Collaborative Solutions.
Dec 19, 2007 ... ENOVIA SmarTeam with Microsoft Dynamics[TM] AX Speeds Time to Market with Enterprise Application Interconnectivity PARIS -- Dassault Syst[c]mes (DS) (NASDAQ:DASTY) (Paris:DSY), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, announced today a China ...
Dassault Systemes: MAN Optimizes New Truck Assembly Plant with Dassault Systemes' DELMIA Process Engineer.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Simulations Minimize Cost and Potential Production Problems AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Dassault Syst[c]mes (DS) (Nasdaq: DASTY; Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced that its DELMIA Process Engineer ...
New Report Examines the Opportunities in China's Insurance Sector to 2010.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77673) has announced the addition of China Insurance Sector till 2010 to their offering. The growing incidents of accidents, natural calamities, diseases, and robbery have given rise to increased ...
Next-Generation Local Search Site Launches in Albuquerque.
Dec 19, 2007 ... ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- Grayboxx Inc., an online local search firm, today announced that the company's unique "neighbor-recommended" local search service is now available to the residents of Albuquerque. Grayboxx.com provides automated rankings and recommendations for local businesses ...
Next-Generation Local Search Site Launches in Pittsburgh.
Dec 19, 2007 ... PITTSBURGH -- Grayboxx Inc., an online local search firm, today announced that the company's unique "neighbor-recommended" local search service is now available to the residents of Pittsburgh. Grayboxx.com provides automated rankings and recommendations for local businesses covering ...
Next-Generation Local Search Site Launches in Birmingham.
Dec 19, 2007 ... BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Grayboxx Inc., an online local search firm, today announced that the company's unique "neighbor-recommended" local search service is now available to the residents of Birmingham. Grayboxx.com provides automated rankings and recommendations for local businesses covering ...
Building B Appoints Chief Financial Officer.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Martin Lundie Completes Building B's Executive Team BELMONT, Calif. -- Building B, a new entertainment services company that has developed a breakthrough on-demand video entertainment platform, today announced that Martin Lundie has joined the company as chief financial officer ....
Guidewire Software Responds to Accenture Lawsuit.
Dec 19, 2007 ... SAN MATEO, Calif. -- Guidewire Software([R]), a leading provider of solutions to property and casualty insurers, issued its initial response to Accenture's announcement earlier today of the filing of an alleged patent infringement and trade secret misappropriation against Guidewire ...
With the Seating Systems Market Worth $52 Billion, the Major Factors Contributing to the Changes in This Sector Are Flexibility, Cost Effectiveness, Safety and Durability.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77750) has announced the addition of "Seating Systems Report & Database" to their offering. Since the year 2000, the requirements placed on global automotive seating markets have seen ...
Comstar UTS: Completion of Exercising of Call Option.
Dec 19, 2007 ... MOSCOW -- "COMSTAR - United TeleSystems" JSC ("Comstar" or "the Company") (LSE:CMST), the leading combined telecommunications operator in Russia and the CIS, today announced that the transfer of rights and receipt of payment in relation to the previously announced exercising of the call ...
Enova Awarded Major Order from China's Largest Vehicle Manufacturer, First Auto Works.
Dec 19, 2007 ... TORRANCE, Calif. -- Enova Systems, (AMEX:ENA) (AIM:ENV) (AIM:ENVS), an early stage production company in an emerging industry and a leading developer of proprietary electric, hybrid and fuel cell digital power management systems, announced today that, First Auto Works (FAW) of China, has ...
Norwegian Cruise Line Christens New "It" Girl - Norwegian Gem.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Cindy Cardella of Fairfield, N.J. Named Godmother of Norwegian Gem and Winner of NCL's Search for the Latitudes "It" Girl Contest NEW YORK -- Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) named Cindy Cardella of Fairfield, N.J., the Godmother of its new "It" Girl, Norwegian Gem, during the ...
First Annual Computer Generated Images for Advertising & Marketing Conference (CGAM).(Conference news)
Dec 19, 2007 ... CGAM to Showcase the Ideas and Technologies That Will Change the World of Advertising and Marketing LOS ANGELES -- Hollywood has been selected as the host city for the first annual Computer Generated Images for Advertising & Marketing conference (CGAM). CGAM will take place at ...
Santa Fe Energy Trust Announces Sale of Trust Assets.
Dec 19, 2007 ... AUSTIN, Texas -- The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. (the "Trustee") of Santa Fe Energy Trust (NYSE: SFF) announced today that it has completed the sale of all of the net profits royalties held by the Trust to Amen Properties, Inc. and certain other purchasers. The aggregate price for ...
SCA Raises the Value of Its Forest Assets.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Significant Synergies Through P&G Acquisition SCA Implements Measures to Enhance Competitiveness STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- Regulatory News: SCA (NASDAQ:SVCBY) (STO:SCAA) (STO:SCAB) (LSE:SNKB) is raising the value of its forest assets by SEK 5,200 million to SEK ...
Before a Sold Out ConfigCon(TM) Audience ARC's CEO Rallies SoC Industry to "Connect to Consumer".
Dec 19, 2007 ... Four Other ConfigCon([TM]) Keynotes Supported ARC CEO's Contention: Silicon's Value Resides Within Delivering a Compelling Consumer Experience ST. ALBANS, England -- ARC International (LSE:ARK) CEO Carl Schlachte, in his keynote address delivered at the ...
Bederra Corporation Officially Announces New Trading Symbol 'BDRR.PK'.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Bederra Corporation (BDRR.pk) Officially Announces It Has Begun Trading as Bederra Corporation "BDRR.PK" HOUSTON -- Bederra Corporation (BDRR.pk) (PINK SHEETS:BDRR) officially announces it has begun trading as Bederra Corporation "BDRR.PK." FINRA (Finance Industry ...
John P. Quinn Named Executive Vice President, Worldwide Operations for Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.
Dec 19, 2007 ... BURBANK, Calif. -- John P. Quinn has been named Executive Vice President, Worldwide Operations, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, it was announced today by Kevin Tsujihara, President, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group. In his new post, Quinn will oversee global sales ...
WorldWater & Solar Technologies Corp. Receives Letter of Intent to Build Four Projects Totaling 3.25 MW in Italy.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Sales in Italy in Addition to Spain Reflect WorldWater & Solar's Aggressive Strategy to Capture Expanding Share of European Solar Market EWING, N.J. -- WorldWater & Solar Technologies Corp. (WWAT.OB, OTC BB), developer and marketer of proprietary high-power solar systems, ...
First Social Networking Industry Virtual Trade Show to Be Held Today - December 19, 2007.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Ticonderoga Ventures, Inc. Announces Today is the First-Ever Virtual Trade Show for the Social Networking Industry. The Event Runs Today (Wednesday, December 19, 2007) from 8:00 AM EST to 8:00 PM EST. NEW YORK -- Ticonderoga Ventures, Inc., announces today is the first-ever ...
SES ASTRA to Distribute ASTRA2Connect Through Yato.
Dec 19, 2007 ... German Telecommunications Provider to Sell Broadband Internet over Satellite BETZDORF, Luxembourg -- SES ASTRA, an SES company (Paris:SESG) (LuxX:SESG) has signed its third large framework contract to market its high speed internet access product ASTRA2Connect to German end ...
Research and Markets: Genmab A/S Company Profile is the Essential Source for Top-Level Company Data for a Biotechnology Company.(Company overview)
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77642) has announced the addition of "Genmab A/S - SWOT Analysis" to their offering. Our Genmab A/S Company Profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information. The report ...
'Ireland Upstream Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime Profile' is an Essential Source for Fiscal Information Relating to Oil and Gas Assets in Ireland.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77696) has announced the addition of "Ireland Upstream Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime Profile" to their offering. Ireland Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime Profiles Introduction ...
Essential Source for Fiscal Information Relating to Oil and Gas Assets in Nigeria.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77702) has announced the addition of "Nigeria Upstream Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime Profile" to their offering. Nigeria Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime Profiles Introduction ...
European Youth Culture Study Reveals New Trends and Opportunities in Fashion, Technology, New Media, Entertainment, Sports.
Dec 19, 2007 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c77732) has announced the addition of 5th Annual European Youth Culture Study to their offering. Fresh results released clearly indicate that 15-25-years-old across Western Europe, empowered ...
Starbucks Expands in Europe.
Dec 19, 2007 ... Bulgaria and Portugal Selected as New Territories for 2008 as the Region Lays Foundation for Continued Expansion AMSTERDAM, Netherlands -- Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) announced today it will increase its already strong presence in Europe by opening coffeehouses in Bulgaria and ...
Asuragen Introduces Four New microRNA Services.
Dec 19, 2007 ... AUSTIN, Texas -- Asuragen Services announced today a collection of new services to profile microRNAs (miRNAs). This compilation of services includes a new high-sensitivity assay for Asuragen's DiscovArray([TM])miRNA Expression Profiling Service, expansion of Asuragen's miRInform([TM]) ...
Financial Times / Harris Poll Finds That Large Majorities in United States and Europe Think Immigrants Should Take Language and Citizenship Tests.
Dec 19, 2007 ... ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Immigration has become a major issue, not just in the United States but throughout Europe and in some other affluent countries. Many people are concerned that large numbers of immigrants, who speak different languages and have very different cultures, may fundamentally ...
BitBand Technologies Forecasts IPTV Trends: User-Generated Content, Web Technology and Emerging Markets Drive IPTV.
Dec 19, 2007 ... NETANYA, Israel -- The power of producing and distributing content no longer belongs solely to studios and technology vendors - it has shifted to the consumer and consumer communities that produce, utilize and interact with the large volumes of content available today. Analysts ...
alstria office REIT-AG Hits Its Investment Target for 2007.
Dec 19, 2007 ... * New acquisition of an office building in Berlin for an All-In-Cost of EUR 55 m * Total acquisition for the year of more than EUR 520 m with an average vacancy rate of 12.5 % and a gross yield on cost of 6.4 % * REIT status providing unique competitive advantage in ...
High Growth Forecasted for the PC Mainboards / Motherboards Sector Report.
Dec 19, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Hardware computer equipment industry is available in its catalogue. PC MAINBOARDS / MOTHERBOARDS SECTOR REPORT To order that report: ...
Examine the Air Quality Products Market in The U.S.: Air Purifiers, Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers.
Dec 19, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Household industry is available in its catalogue. Air Quality Products Market in the U.S.: Air Purifiers, Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers To order that report: ...
Examine the Notebook PCS Sector Report.
Dec 19, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Hardware computer equipment industry is available in its catalogue. NOTEBOOK PCS SECTOR REPORT To order that report: ...
Learn about the Wireless Structured Cabling Systems Market (SCS).
Dec 19, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Wireless industry is available in its catalogue. WIRELESS STRUCTURED CABLING SYSTEMS (SCS) MARKET To order that report: ...
High Growth Reported for the Handset and Mobile Phone Sector Report.
Dec 19, 2007 ... NEW YORK -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Hardware computer equipment industry is available in its catalogue. HANDSET/MOBILE PHONE SECTOR REPORT To order that report: ...