Business Wire back issues from Thursday, May 1:
NASCAR Media Group and Spectra Logic Cross Finish Line with SNW Award.
May 01, 2008 ... Spectra T950 Customer Wins SNW Award for Best Practices in Video Storage BOULDER, Colo. -- Please replace the release dated April 21, 2008, with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The corrected release reads: NASCAR MEDIA GROUP AND ...
Steven S. Myers, Founder, Ex-CEO and Largest Shareholder of SM&A, Issues Statement.
May 01, 2008 ... NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. -- Steven S. Myers, the largest shareholder of SM&A (NASDAQ: WINS) as well as the Company's founder and retired chairman and chief executive officer, today issued the following statement in response to inquiries: "The press release issued by SM&A today ...
Overall GPU Market Dropped 5.6% from Q4'2007.
May 01, 2008 ... Biggest Drop in Q4 Shipments in Four Years - Foretells of Overall Market Slow Down TIBURON, Calif. -- Please replace the release dated April 30, 2008 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The corrected release reads: OVERALL GPU ...
AmericanWinery.com Places Winery Partners in Major Product Portals -- Wineries May Now Access Millions of New Consumers Online.
May 01, 2008 ... WALLA WALLA, Wash. -- AmericanWinery.com, the leading web-based marketplace for direct-to-consumer wine sales, is providing significant additional marketing for all winery partners utilizing its Consumer Direct Marketplace program. The company now lists its entire inventory of wines for ...
Instant Overview of the Chinese Commercial Vehicle Market Which Covers Trucks and Buses.(Industry overview)
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90396) has announced the addition of "Snapshots China Commercial Vehicles 2008" to their offering. Snapdata's Snapshots China Commercial Vehicles 2008 provides 2007 year-end market size data, ...
Instant Overview of the Taiwanese Credit Card Market.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90401) has announced the addition of "Snapshots Taiwan Credit Cards 2008" to their offering. Snapdatas Snapshots Taiwan Credit Cards 2008 provides 2007 year-end market size data, with 2008 ...
Resource for Top-level Data and Analysis covering the Chinese Juices Industry.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90515) has announced the addition of "Juices in China" to their offering Our Juices in China industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the Juices ...
Norman Y. Mineta Joins SJW Corp.'s Board of Directors.
May 01, 2008 ... SAN JOSE, Calif. -- SJW Corp. (NYSE:SJW) announced today that Norman Y. Mineta, former Secretary of Transportation and former Secretary of Commerce, has joined its Board of Directors as an independent director. "We are honored and delighted to welcome Norman Mineta to our ...
American Security Bank Opens Second Banking Office in Apple Valley.
May 01, 2008 ... SANTA ANA, Calif. -- David T. Blankenhorn, President/CEO of American Security Bank, announced that the Bank's full-service banking office located at 16020 Apple Valley Road, Suite B-1, in the Spirit River Business Complex, opened for business on Monday, April 28, 2008. The branch is the ...
Murray, Frank & Sailer LLP Has Filed a Shareholder Class Action against the First Marblehead Corporation.
May 01, 2008 ... NEW YORK -- Murray, Frank & Sailer LLP has filed a class action in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on behalf of shareholders who purchased or otherwise acquired the securities of The First Marblehead Corporation ("First Marblehead" or the "Company") ...
APP Pharmaceuticals Names Thomas H. Silberg Chief Executive Officer; Appoints Richard J. Tajak Chief Financial Officer.
May 01, 2008 ... SCHAUMBURG, Ill. -- APP Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq:APPX), a leading manufacturer of multi-source and branded injectable pharmaceutical products, today announced that Thomas H. Silberg has been promoted to president and chief executive officer, succeeding Patrick Soon-Shoing, M.D., who ...
Grand Opening Event for Arizona State Credit Union's Corporate Headquarters.
May 01, 2008 ... PHOENIX -- Business and community leaders from across Arizona joined to celebrate the grand opening of the Corporate Headquarters of Arizona State Credit Union with an evening of guided tours and opportunities to learn more about the new facilities. Arizona State Credit Union relocated to ...
PBXtra "Takes the Crown," Beats Microsoft and All VoIP Players in Round-up.
May 01, 2008 ... Award-Winning Fonality System Scores Big in Industry Review LOS ANGELES -- Fonality announced today that its award-winning PBXtra[R] business phone system came out with top honors in a round-up of SMB VoIP products in this week's Infoworld. PBXtra, a low-cost and easy-to-use ...
CMS I and CMS II Premium Financing Programs Hit Record Levels.
May 01, 2008 ... NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. -- CMS, Inc. announced that placement of its CMS I and CMS II premium financing programs hit record levels for the first quarter of 2008. President and founder of the CMS group of companies, Mr. Julian Movsesian, said, "We have been placing significant amounts of life ...
Farm Sanctuary Applauds Landmark Pew Commission Report Advising End to Cruel Confinement of Animals on Factory Farms and Force-Feeding of Birds to Produce Foie Gras.
May 01, 2008 ... Commissioners Cite California Ballot Initiative as "Public Policy Improvement" WASHINGTON D.C. -- Farm Sanctuary, the nation's leading farm animal protection organization, this week applauded the Pew Commission on Industrial Farm Animal Production in its recommendations to ...
Pentadyne Ships 500th Flywheel System; Installed Fleet Amasses 2M Hours.
May 01, 2008 ... CHATSWORTH, Calif. -- Pentadyne Power Corporation (www.pentadyne.com), the world's leading manufacturer of clean energy storage systems using advanced composite flywheel technology, announced today that it has shipped its 500th flywheel energy storage system. In addition, the ...
Asian Counseling Center Selected as One of Eleven Community Partnership Grantees.
May 01, 2008 ... ATLANTA -- Asian Christian Counseling & Educational Seminar Services (ACCESS), a non-profit counseling center serving the Greater Atlanta Asian community, is the first Georgia agency to offer a counseling group for depression conducted in the Chinese language. Subsidized in large part by a ...
Capital Corp of the West Files First Quarter Call Report.
May 01, 2008 ... Negotiations with borrowers and appraisal evaluations may result in remediation of reserves MERCED, Calif. -- Capital Corp of the West (NASDAQ:CCOW), the holding company for County Bank ("the Bank"), announced today that the Bank has filed, as required, its first quarter Call ...
American States Water Company Announces Regular Common Dividends.
May 01, 2008 ... SAN DIMAS, Calif. -- The Board of Directors of American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) approved a quarterly dividend of $0.250 per share on the Common Shares of the Company on April 29, 2008. This action marks the 288th consecutive dividend payment by the Company. For more than 53 ...
Telesso Technologies Limited Announces Appointment of Peter Farrell as New Director to Board.
May 01, 2008 ... SYDNEY, Australia -- Telesso Technologies Limited (Telesso) (ASX:TEO) announced today the appointment of Dr. Peter Farrell to the Board of Directors. Dr. Farrell was appointed to fill an independent Board vacancy. The appointment is effective May 1, 2008. In making the ...
International Visitors to Thailand will Reach 15.7m in 2008.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90458) has announced the addition of "Thailand: Tourism" to their offering. Thailand's tourism industry recovered in 2006 with 13.82 million international tourist arrivals, up almost 20% from ...
BioScrip to Report First Quarter 2008 Earnings on May 2nd.(Financial report)
May 01, 2008 ... ELMSFORD, N.Y. -- BioScrip, Inc. (Nasdaq: BIOS) announced today that it will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET on May 2, 2008, to discuss its first quarter operating results for the period ended March 31, 2008. BioScrip will issue a press release announcing the operating results ...
American Medical Response and IAEP Reach Tentative Agreement with Employees in LA County.
May 01, 2008 ... LANCASTER, Calif. -- American Medical Response (AMR) and the International Association of EMTs and Paramedics (IAEP) announced tonight that a tentative labor agreement has been reached. IAEP, Locals #77 and #187 have ended the strike as a result of the tentative agreement. ...
Atlas Energy Resources, LLC Reports Record Financial Results for the First Quarter 2008.
May 01, 2008 ... PITTSBURGH -- Atlas Energy Resources, LLC (NYSE:ATN) (the "Company") today reported financial results for the first quarter 2008. The highlights of the results of the first quarter 2008 include: <Pre> [TABLE OMITTED] </Pre> Based on the financial results for the ...
Ringplus Launches Beta Test for Free Phone Calls.
May 01, 2008 ... LOS ANGELES -- A week after the federal court heard a motion to disqualify the law firm of Baker Botts from representing Cingular Wireless against Ring Plus, Inc., Ringplus is launching a free phone service for Beta testing. The Ringplus.net Team extends their warmest invitation ...
Kongregate Secures $3 Million Investment From Bezos Expeditions.
May 01, 2008 ... Leading Indie Web Games Site Captures High User Engagement of 93 Percent Male Audience; Newly-Appointed Chief Revenue Officer Lee Uniacke to Drive Advertising Partnerships Targeting Men Ages 13-24 SAN FRANCISCO -- Kongregate, a leading indie Web games site featuring over 4,000 ...
uVuMobile Appoints Scott Hughes President and CEO.
May 01, 2008 ... ATLANTA -- uVuMobile[TM], Inc. (OTCBB: UVUM.OB), a mobility solutions and software provider announced today that the Board of Directors have appointed Scott Hughes as the new President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Hughes has also joined the Board of Directors of the Company. ...
Adobe Reaffirms Q2 and FY2008 Financial Targets.
May 01, 2008 ... Company to Outline Business Strategy at Financial Analyst Meeting SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today provided an intra-quarter business update for its second quarter ending May 30, 2008. With approximately four weeks remaining in the ...
Sezmi Unveils Next Generation Television Offering.
May 01, 2008 ... The First Complete TV 2.0 Offering That Seamlessly Integrates Traditional Television With Movies and Internet Video, Optimized for On-Demand Viewing and is Personalized for the Viewer BELMONT, Calif. -- Sezmi Corporation (formerly known as Building B, Inc.) today unveiled a next ...
ReverseEngineering.com Releases New Plug-In for Pro/Engineer Wildfire 4.0.
May 01, 2008 ... LA JOLLA, Calif. -- ReverseEngineering.com, the providers of CAD integrated reverse engineering software for measurement, 3D digitizing, and scanning physical molds, models or parts, has announced the release of their plug-in for Pro/Engineer Wildfire 4, which allows users to design faster ...
Meebo Raises $25 Million to Fuel Growth and Revenue.(Company overview)
May 01, 2008 ... Round is led by JAFCO Ventures, with participation from Time Warner Investments and KTB Ventures MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- Meebo today announced a $25 million investment from a group of investors led by JAFCO Ventures, with participation from Time Warner Investments, KTB ...
Monster Employment Index Rises in April.
May 01, 2008 ... April 2008 Index Highlights: * Index climbs seven points, continuing a three-month upward trend, but remains down six percent year-over-year * Online job demand surges in the accommodation and food services industry, reflecting intense seasonal hiring * ...
Adobe and Industry Leaders Establish Open Screen Project.(Company overview)
May 01, 2008 ... Technology and Content Innovators to Drive Consistent Rich Internet Experiences Across Multiple Screens SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced the Open Screen Project, supported by a group of industry leaders, including ARM, Chunghwa ...
Hollywood Stars Team up with the Human Rights Action Center to Launch Campaign on Behalf of the People of Burma.
May 01, 2008 ... Will Ferrell, Anjelica Huston, Jennifer Aniston, Ellen Page, Judd Apatow, Mana, Sylvester Stallone, Eric Szmanda, Sarah Silverman Part of 30-Day Call-to-Action to Free Imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize Recipient WASHINGTON & BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. -- The Human Rights Action Center and ...
UTEK's TekScout(TM) Teams with Science/Business to Help Companies Meet R&D Needs.
May 01, 2008 ... Independent News Service Will Post TekScout Listings TAMPA, Fla. & LONDON -- UTEK Corporation's (AMEX:UTK) (LSE-AIM:UTK) TekScout[TM], an online network that links companies and scientists to help advance research and development processes, has teamed with Science|Business, an ...
Middle East and Africa LNG Industry Report Gives Detailed Analysis of All Active and Planned Liquefaction and Regassification Terminals in the Region.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90432) has announced the addition of Middle East and Africa LNG Industry Report: Detailed Analysis of All Active and Planned Liquefaction and Regassification Terminals Including Capacity Forecasts to their ...
Herbalife Ltd. Announces Record First-Quarter 2008 Results.
May 01, 2008 ... First Quarter Net Sales Increase 19.0 Percent to $604.4 Million President & COO Probert Resigns LOS ANGELES -- Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF) today reported first quarter net sales of $604.4 million, an increase of 19.0 percent compared to the same period of 2007. This ...
Recommended Cash Offer by Micro Focus International plc (LSE: MCRO.L) for NetManage, Inc. (NASDAQ:NETM).(Company overview)
May 01, 2008 ... NEWBURY, United Kingdom -- The Board of Micro Focus International plc ("Micro Focus" or "the Group") is pleased to announce it has reached agreement on a recommended cash offer (the "Offer") of US$7.20 per share for the entire issued and to be issued share capital of NetManage, Inc ....
All Three Presidential Candidates Receive Similarly Mediocre Ratings on Their Potential to Handle the Economy.
May 01, 2008 ... But, All Three Get Much Higher Ratings than President Bush ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Many Americans seem to have negative thoughts about President Bush's handling of the economy. Less than one-quarter (23%) give him positive marks on his handling of the economy while three-quarters ...
Comprehensive Coverage on Poland's Deodorant Market Available in New Report.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90408) has announced the addition of Snapshots Poland Deodorants 2008 to their offering. Snapdata's Snapshots Poland Deodorants 2008 provides 2007 year-end market size data, with 2008 estimates, ...
The Future of Social Networking is in Video Lifestreaming.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90439) has announced the addition of "Video Lifestreaming: Social Networking Meets Video Streaming" to their offering. Video lifestreaming is a generic term for services that allow users to ...
New Guide Essential Reading for Anyone Thinking About Starting an Online Business.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90490) has announced the addition of Wiley Pathways E-Business to their offering. For anyone thinking about starting an online business, this resource provides all the steps needed to take an ...
Ideal Tool to Benchmark Your Company's Performance in the French Conference & Exhibition Equipment Market.(Conference news)
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90499) has announced the addition of "Conference & Exhibition Equipment in France - Portfolio Analysis" to their offering The Portfolio Analysis - CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION EQUIPMENT is a ...
The Market for Frozen Food in the UK Increased between 2001-2006, Growing at an Average Annual Rate of 1.6%.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90507) has announced the addition of "Frozen Food in the UK to 2011" to their offering. This databook is a detailed information resource covering all the key data points on Frozen Food in the UK ....
The Executive Compensation Bible.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90480) has announced the addition of "Executive Compensation Best Practices" to their offering. Praise for Executive Compensation Best Practices "Fred Lipman and Steve Hall have ...
Ascend: Aviation Professionals Doubt Further Improvement in Airline Safety.
May 01, 2008 ... LONDON -- A majority of aviation professionals do not expect airline safety to improve during the next five years. According to the results of the survey of over 140 aviation industry professionals - more than half of whom indicated that aviation safety is their direct ...
Skincare Products in Italy Have Performed Well but Remain a Niche Market.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90454) has announced the addition of Men's Toiletries - Italy - March 2008 to their offering. The Italian men's toiletries market is estimated to be worth EU719 million in 2007, up by 2.3% on ...
Complete Analysis of the European LNG Market and Key Players Involved in the Industry.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90447) has announced the addition of "Europe LNG Industry Report: Detailed Analysis of All Active and Planned Liquefaction and Regassification Terminals Including Capacity Forecasts" to their offering. ...
The Magic of Disney Fine Art Exhibition -- Ogden, Utah -- May 1 to September 30, 2008.
May 01, 2008 ... Sanders Art Studio.com, an Authorized Disney Fine Art Gallery OGDEN, Utah -- Sanders Art Studio.com in Ogden, Utah is pleased to announce "The Magic of Disney Fine Art Exhibition." This exciting new exhibit features artists Trevor Carlton, Tricia Buchanan-Bensen, James Coleman, ...
Gain a Unique Insight Into the Polish Advertising Market With New Report.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90416) has announced the addition of Snapshots Poland Advertising 2008 to their offering. Snapdatas Snapshots Poland Advertising 2008 provides 2007 year-end market size data, with 2008 estimates, ...
New Report Essential Reading for Marketers, Advertisers and Product Developers of Men's Toiletries.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90444) has announced the addition of Men's Toiletries - A Pan-European Overview - March 2008 to their offering. European Consumer Goods Intelligence is a unique series of fmcg market research ...
Point, Click, Save! Starting Today, Massachusetts Drivers Have New Choice for Car Insurance as Progressive Opens for Business.
May 01, 2008 ... Award-Winning Web Site Makes it Fast and Easy to Get Accurate Comparison Rates From Progressive and up to Three Top Competitors MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio -- For years, Massachusetts drivers saw national advertising for a product they may have wanted to buy, but couldn't: ...
Warner Home Video Names Schuyler Hollingsworth III Managing Director of Mexico.
May 01, 2008 ... BURBANK, Calif. -- Warner Home Video today announced the promotion of Schuyler Hollingsworth III to Managing Director of Warner Home Video Mexico. In his new post, Hollingsworth will manage all operations in Mexico, including DVD, Video Games and Digital revenue streams. In ...
PanGenex (PGXC) Launches Sales and Marketing Initiative.
May 01, 2008 ... TAMPA, Fla. -- PanGenex Corporation (Pink Sheets:PGXC) announces that in conjunction with the acquisition of Calgenex Corporation it is launching a nationwide marketing program. The initiative is a result of the involvement of recognized medical experts who assisted in the development of a ...
North American Scientific Effects Reverse Stock Split of Its Common Stock.
May 01, 2008 ... CHATSWORTH, Calif. -- North American Scientific, Inc. (NASDAQ:NASM) today announced that, pursuant to Shareholder approval at its Annual Meeting on April 29, 2008, the Company filed an amendment to its Amended Certificate of Incorporation that implements a 1 share for 5 share reverse stock ...
Tercica to Hold 2008 First Quarter Financial Results Conference Call May 12.
May 01, 2008 ... BRISBANE, Calif. -- Tercica, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRCA) today announced the Company will release its 2008 first quarter financial results after market close on Monday, May 12, 2008. Management will host an investment community conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time (1:30 ...
Signature Bank Reports 2008 First Quarter Results.(Financial report)
May 01, 2008 ... * Net Income Increased 5.7 Percent to $9.9 Million or $0.33 Diluted Earnings Per Share, Versus $9.3 Million or $0.31 Diluted Earnings Per Share for the First Quarter of 2007 * Deposits Rose $75.9 Million to $4.59 Billion, Including Core Deposit Growth of $124.8 Million and an ...
Improve the Design of your Existing Code and become more Efficient and Productive with Professional Refactoring in Visual Basic(r).
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90492) has announced the addition of "Professional Refactoring in Visual Basic" to their offering. In this one-of-a-kind book, Microsoft MVP Danijel Arsenovski shows you how to utilize the power ...
Building the Future with IP, VoIP and IPTV Networks.
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90467) has announced the addition of "Triple Play: Building the converged network for IP, VoIP and IPTV" to their offering. "Triple Play"is a combination of Internet access, voice communication ...
New Report a Comprehensive Guide to Insecticides in France.(Report)
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90531) has announced the addition of Euromonitor International's new report: Insecticides in France to their offering. Our Insecticides in France report offers a comprehensive guide to the size ...
Research and Markets: Comprehensive Analysis of Edison International and Their Business Segments and Competitors.(Company overview)
May 01, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90540) has announced the addition of "Edison International: Company Profile" to their offering. This company profile offers a comprehensive analysis of the organization, its business segments, ...
Corgi International Limited Announces Sale of Corgi Classics to Hornby Hobbies Limited, Refinancing of Burdale Credit Facility, Release of Escrow Shares to Former Cards Inc. Limited Shareholders, and an Updated FY 2008 Outlook.
May 01, 2008 ... HONG KONG -- Corgi International Limited (Nasdaq GM:CRGI) today reported that it has sold the Corgi collectibles die-cast business to Hornby Hobbies Limited ("Hornby"), including the "Corgi" brand name and tooling, for consideration of approximately PS7.5 million (or approximately US$15 ...
Barolo Italian Restaurant in Pacifica Opens Newly Constructed Private Wine Room for Corporate and Special Events.
May 01, 2008 ... BAROLO Restaurant in Pacifica, California (www.barolopacifica.com) Opens Newly Constructed Private Wine Room for Corporate Dinners and Special Events With Seating up to 40 Guests PACIFICA, Calif. -- Upon entering the restaurant, guests are enveloped by the elegant, yet lively ...
Ronald A. Katz Technology Licensing, L.P. and T-Mobile USA Settle Patent Lawsuit and Enter Into License Agreement.
May 01, 2008 ... LOS ANGELES -- Ronald A. Katz Technology Licensing, L.P., headquartered in Los Angeles, and T-Mobile USA, Inc., a leading national provider of wireless products and services, headquartered in Bellevue, Wash., announced today the settlement of patent litigation between the parties. As part ...
Jacada to Announce First Quarter 2008 Financial Results May 15, 2008.(Financial report)
May 01, 2008 ... Conference Call Scheduled for 10:30 AM ET ATLANTA -- Jacada Ltd. (Nasdaq: JCDA), a leading provider of unified desktop and process optimization solutions for customer service operations, today announced that it will report its first quarter 2008 financial results before market ...