PR Newswire back issues from Thursday, May 1:
Generation 'Z' exposed.
May 01, 2003 ... London -- London, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- - With Picture - Survey reveals nation of sleep deprived children - Two thirds of UK children may be sleep deprived yet 80% of parents think their kids get enough shut-eye - Kids build up an average sleep 'deficit' of ...
Rent Final Cut Pro HD Edit Suites for Just $6,000 Per Week; Hollywood's Leading Apple Final Cut Pro Resource, Dr RawStock, Is Now Offering HD Edit Suites for an Introductory Price of Just $6,000 Per Week.
May 01, 2003 ... HOLLYWOOD, Calif. -- HOLLYWOOD, Calif., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr RawStock(TM) announced today that the company has radically upgraded its HD capabilities with the addition of Sony(R) HDCAM(TM) decks, and ten terabytes of fiber storage. (Photo: ...
11,571 Total Winners With No Jackpot Winner(s) in Tonight's WINFALL Drawing.
May 01, 2003 ... LANSING, Mich. -- LANSING, Mich., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The winning WINFALL numbers for tonight's drawing were: <Pre>29 30 31 32 34 37 Other cash prize winners from tonight's WINFALL drawing included: 22 player(s) matched five...
Northwest Pilots Develop Strategy to Secure Northwest's and Northwest Employees' Long-Term Success.
May 01, 2003 ... BRAINERD, Minn. -- BRAINERD, Minn., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwest Airlines pilots as represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) resolved today to continue working with other employee groups and other stakeholders to help ensure the following: <Pre> ...
Data Presentations Support Efficacy and Tolerability of OXYTROL(TM) (Oxybutynin Transdermal System) in Treating Women Suffering From Symptoms of Overactive Bladder; Additional Analyses of OXYTROL's(TM) Phase 3 Study Data Presented During the Annual Meeting of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
May 01, 2003 ... NEW ORLEANS -- NEW ORLEANS, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- OXYTROL(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system) is effective, well tolerated, and significantly reduces the number of incontinent episodes associated with overactive bladder (OAB) with a low incidence of anticholinergic side effects, ...
May Is Melanoma Month and the Massachusetts Melanoma Foundation Is Getting Behind Activities: From a Road Race to Sun Awareness Day at Fenway; Derek Lowe Is Spokesperson.
May 01, 2003 ... CHESTNUT HILL, Mass -- CHESTNUT HILL, Mass, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- "May is Melanoma Month around the country because suddenly the days are longer and we get a lot more sunshine," says Mel Rubin, chairman of the Massachusetts Melanoma Foundation. "May is also the start of the summer ...
Reveleus announces Basel II framework for enterprise risk management and capital adequacy computation.
May 01, 2003 ... Boston -- Boston, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- - Reveleus jumpstarts banks' Basel II compliance initiatives with pre-built, integrated capital adequacy calculations and technology framework Reveleus, a business of i-flex solutions and a global provider of business intelligence and ...
Hawaiian Airlines and ILFC Reach Agreement on Restructuring of Aircraft Leases.
May 01, 2003 ... HONOLULU -- HONOLULU, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Hawaiian Airlines, Inc., a subsidiary of Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. , said today that it had reached an agreement with International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), one of its aircraft lessors, on a consensual restructuring of the financial ...
Visa USA Statement By Daniel Tarman, Vice President.
May 01, 2003 ... SAN FRANCISCO -- SAN FRANCISCO, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- "Visa USA and the plaintiffs have reached an important agreement in principle to resolve divisive litigation between Visa and merchants. To best meet the needs of all of our stakeholders, including cardholders and merchants, we've ...
Dominion Digital Named One of Virginia's 'Fantastic 50' Companies in 2003; Virginia Chamber of Commerce Award Recognizes Company's Energy, Contributions.
May 01, 2003 ... RICHMOND, Va. -- RICHMOND, Va., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Dominion Digital, a consulting company that plans and executes process and technology projects with offices in Richmond and Charlottesville, proudly announces it has been named one of the commonwealth's 2003 "Fantastic 50" award ...
MasterCard International, Merchants Sign Memorandum of Understanding To Settle Antitrust Lawsuit.
May 01, 2003 ... PURCHASE, N.Y. -- PURCHASE, N.Y., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- MasterCard International today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding, subject to the execution of a final settlement agreement, to settle claims against it in the class-action antitrust lawsuit brought against ...
Remarks by President Bush and President Uribe of Colombia in Photo Opportunity.
May 01, 2003 ... WASHINGTON -- WASHINGTON, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a transcript of remarks by President Bush and President Uribe of Colombia in Photo Opportunity: <Pre> The Oval Office 5:21 P.M. EDT </Pre> PRESIDENT BUSH: It's my honor to welcome to the Oval Office ...
M-O-M Equals C-O-O? Survey Reveals Mom as C-Level Executive at Home.
May 01, 2003 ... ATLANTA -- ATLANTA, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- How do you spell mom? According to a new survey, C-O-O. To better understand the needs of today's mothers, Atlanta-based Arrow Exterminators recently conducted an online survey with BlueSuitMom.com that queried approximately 500 mothers ...
Community Associations Institute Unveils 'Rights and Responsibilities for Better Communities'.
May 01, 2003 ... ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- ALEXANDRIA, Va., MAY 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Community Associations Institute (CAI) is unveiling a series of 42 principles and practices designed to help association-governed communities promote harmony, enhance communication and reduce the potential for conflict. ...
Settlement in VisaCheck/MasterMoney antitrust trial.
May 01, 2003 ... New York -- New York, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- - Statement from merchants' counsel and press conference advisory The lawyer representing five million of the nation's merchants announced a major victory last night in the antitrust case brought against MasterCard International and ...
UK employees are dreaming up their own business.
May 01, 2003 ... London -- London, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- If you're the boss, and believe you're doing a great job, you might just need to think again. A new survey shows that 43% of full-time employees in the UK consider setting up in business for themselves. The study was commissioned by ...
Bad hair days wash romance off the agenda.
May 01, 2003 ... London -- London, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- More than one in five women (22%) will cancel a date or hide to avoid seeing someone they fancy, if they are having a bad hair day. And one in 20 would actually give up sex or their boyfriend in exchange for great looking hair for the rest of their ...
ICI First Quarter Results.
May 01, 2003 ... LONDON -- LONDON, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Imperial Chemical Industries PLC first quarter financial headlines are: <Pre>Trading Results-- Group sales for the quarter 4% lower than 2002, but comparable International Business sales 1% ahead.-- Comparable ...
Thomson Financial launches enhanced database conversion tools for Portia and Oneva Trade EQ.
May 01, 2003 ... New York -- New York, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- - New tools streamline upgrades to save time and reduce risk in investment operations Thomson Financial, an operating unit of The Thomson Corporation and leading provider of information and technology solutions to the global financial ...
Mobile Streams creates Phone Furniture as its consumer content division.
May 01, 2003 ... Berkshire UK and Virginia, USA -- Berkshire UK and Virginia, USA, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile Streams announced today that it created a new brand called Phone Furniture (tm) to represent its B2C consumer ringtones and content business. Phone Furniture will comprise consumer ...
Mobile Streams Creates Phone Furniture(TM) as Its Consumer Content Division.
May 01, 2003 ... NEWBURY, England and MIDLOTHIAN, Va. -- NEWBURY, England and MIDLOTHIAN, Va., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile Streams announced today that it created a new brand called "Phone Furniture" to represent its B2C consumer ringtones and content business. Phone Furniture will comprise ...
Benny Andrews Retrospective Featured at WCCCD Art Gallery.
May 01, 2003 ... --Exhibition Offers Preview of Private Collections ofInternationally Acclaimed Artist 'DETROIT COLLECTS BENNY ANDREWS' Marks Opening of C.L. Ivery Art Gallery DETROIT, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Detroit art collectors will participate in an ...
Summer Outdoors & Vacation I / Golf Feature Package.
May 01, 2003 ... -- The following feature package is a roundup of feature stories dealing with the Summer, outdoors, vacation and golf and is appropriate for special sections and for general use. For those receiving this copy via computer, the stories are easily identified by the initial word of the slug: ...
Space Day 2003 Unveils Annual Student Survey; Kids Continue to be Captivated by Space Travel and Exploration.
May 01, 2003 ... WASHINGTON -- WASHINGTON, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- As the nation marks the third month since the Columbia tragedy, a national survey of students indicates continued fascination with space exploration and a strong desire to travel throughout the solar system. The results of the third annual ...
Space Day 2003 Celebrates the Future of Flight; Kids Honor the Past and Imagine Exciting Possibilities for the Future; 'What better way to honor the courageous men and women of the Columbia than by keeping their dream alive for the next generation of explorers.' Senator John Glenn, co-chair, Space Day.
May 01, 2003 ... WASHINGTON -- WASHINGTON, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Space Day 2003, the annual tribute to space exploration, invites young people of all ages to honor the previous 100 years of aviation accomplishments while celebrating "The Future of Flight" on May 1st. Established in 1997, Space Day has ...
Cloudmark SpamNet 1.0 Wins PC Magazine's Anti-Spam Filtering Test; Declared 'The Best Performance Overall'; Already the Choice of Over 400,000 Consumers, SpamNet Outperforms Competitors.
May 01, 2003 ... SAN FRANCISCO -- SAN FRANCISCO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloudmark, the company that empowers consumers to fight spam, today announced that its newly available SpamNet 1.0, the easy-to-use Microsoft(R) Outlook(R) add-in, won the PC Magazine personal anti-spam First Looks review with "best ...
Biotech's Performance Takes a Turn for the Better in April; The Burrill Large Cap Index Soars 11%, Up 15% Year to Date!
May 01, 2003 ... SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. -- SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- "After months of fear, skepticism, and risk aversion, investors are regaining an appetite for biotech stocks," remarked G. Steven Burrill, CEO of Burrill & Company, a San Francisco-based life sciences merchant bank ....
The Best Gift for Working Mothers This Year? More Time! New Survey by Jones New York Finds That Half of Working Women Want More Time: For Personal Errands, With Friends, For Exercise.
May 01, 2003 ... NEW YORK -- NEW YORK, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Looking for the perfect Mother's Day gift for that busy lady in your life? Then forego the flowers, chunk the chocolates and discard the diamonds. As 75% of employed women in America say they spend longer hours at their jobs than they were ...
Japan's #1 Mail-Order Skincare Company Presents New UR Cream; DHC USA Inc. Introduces Solution for Dry Skin.
May 01, 2003 ... SAN FRANCISCO -- SAN FRANCISCO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Have you tried endlessly to rid yourself of the thick, uncomfortably dry skin and unsightly scales on your elbows, knees, hands, and heels? If you've lost all hope of being flawlessly smooth on the corners of your body, prepare to have ...
Event Backgrounder Remarks on the National Day of Prayer; Thursday, May 1, 2003 7:35 a.m. - 8:05 a.m. East Room.
May 01, 2003 ... WASHINGTON -- WASHINGTON, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- <Pre> BACKGROUND This is the 52nd Anniversary of the National Day of Prayer. The National Day of Prayer tradition dates back to February 19, 1795, when President George Washington issued a proclamation for a day of ...
Genesis Health Ventures Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2003 Results.
May 01, 2003 ... -- <Pre>* Strong Cash Flow Provides for $20 Million Debt Repayment and $17 Million Share Repurchase* Sale of All Florida Assets Complete* ElderCare Spin-Off Plan on Schedule* NeighborCare Reports Strong Growth in Revenues and Earnings </Pre> ...
Cutex is Looking for 'A Few Good Hands'; Announcing the 2003 Cutex(R) Perfect 10(TM) National Hand Model Search; 2002 Winner Now Working as a Professional Hand Model.
May 01, 2003 ... IRVINGTON, N.Y. -- IRVINGTON, N.Y., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Angie Caraballo, 26, director of an after-school program in the Chelsea section of New York City, has always been a role model to her young students. Now, Angie is following her dream of becoming a different kind of "model" -- a ...
Palm-Fringed Beaches, Golf, Scuba Diving And More: Beach Vacations From America's Best to Belize Now Offered at Affordable Rates.
May 01, 2003 ... MIAMI -- MIAMI, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, beach vacations from South Carolina to Belize offer family-friendly escapes at an affordable price. With 30-miles of bike paths, a pristine 10-mile beach and activities daily, Kiawah Island Golf Resort is a favorite destination ...
Reno Named One of Nation's Best Places to Live.
May 01, 2003 ... RENO, Nev. -- RENO, Nev., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The May 2003 issue of Men's Journal ranked Reno, Nev. number three out of 50 cities in America where you can, indeed, have it all. The process included over 34 variables to establish the ranking, including: precipitation and ...
Family Summer Fun Abounds at The Fontainebleau Hilton; Cookie's Summer Splash Package Includes Discounted Rates, Private Cabana at Resort's Water Playland.
May 01, 2003 ... MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- MIAMI BEACH, Fla., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Families searching for the ideal summer getaway at an exceptional value can find it at Cookie's World at Miami's most renowned landmark hotel, The Fontainebleau Hilton Resort. From May 1 through Sept. 30, the ...
Blanchard's Wild Cave Tour: A Surreal Adventure.
May 01, 2003 ... MOUNTAIN VIEW, Ark. -- MOUNTAIN VIEW, Ark., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The following was issued today by Jill M. Rohrbach, travel writer, Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism: The massive rooms and intricate calcium carbonate formations found in Blanchard Springs Caverns have ...
PR Newswire Photo Advisory for Thursday May 1, 2003 at 6 a.m. EDT.
May 01, 2003 ... -- PRNewsFotos are available to the news media at no charge. High-resolution images can be downloaded from NewsCom Online (http://www.newscom.com/) or AP Photo Archive (http://photoarchive.ap.org/). PRNewsFotos are also distributed via the AP PhotoExpress Network and Presslink Online. ...
New Hotels Move Trees Rather Than Remove Them, Install Septic Systems To Protect Coral Reefs.
May 01, 2003 ... MIAMI -- MIAMI, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- From South Carolina to Belize, new resorts are investing thousands to preserve the natural beauty of their locations. These efforts to preserve and protect are part of a growing trend in tourism in which consumers are seeking more responsible resorts ...
Don't Let Grilling Anxiety Spoil Your Fun This Year! Tips for Perfect Steaks Shared by Morton's Steakhouse Chefs.
May 01, 2003 ... CHICAGO -- CHICAGO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Millions of Americans find themselves enjoying outdoor living less because of G.A. (Grilling Anxiety), but, thanks to the grilling experts at Morton's, The Steakhouse you don't have to be one of them. Grilling steaks on the patio, in ...
How To Become a True Birdbrain: Fun Activities for the True (and Not So True) Bird Enthusiast.
May 01, 2003 ... CLEVELAND -- CLEVELAND, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Contrary to popular belief, becoming a "birdbrain" requires keen observation skills, patience and dedication according to the experts at Wild Republic. Bird watching is the fastest growing hobby in the U.S., according to John ...
More Seniors Getting Into the Swing of Things; Natural Golf System Helps Seniors Enjoy Game Longer, Eases Pain.
May 01, 2003 ... MT. PROSPECT, Ill. -- MT. PROSPECT, Ill., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- With our population aging and seniors moving to warmer climes, golf continues to be the sport of choice -- a relaxing exercise for those who have passed the point for more extreme recreational activities. Sadly, ...
Who Was Margarita? Shake Up The Ultimate Cinco de Mayo.
May 01, 2003 ... NEW YORK -- NEW YORK, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The origins of the world's great cocktails are often shrouded in mystery and as hotly disputed as certain national borders. This is certainly true of the Margarita -- the magical concoction from south of the border that makes you feel like ...
Gay Portland Travel Guide Debuts As Oregon's Largest City Reaches Out to a Valued Consumer Group.
May 01, 2003 ... PORTLAND, Ore. -- PORTLAND, Ore., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Gay and lesbian travelers have always been an important travel segment for Portland, Oregon. Now, those same visitors have a brand new resource that will better help them explore this Pacific Northwest city. Gay Portland: ...
Fly-In Vacation Packages to Canada From Oak Bay Marine Group Offer Incredible Value; Fishing Adventures on Vancouver Island and the Queen Charlotte Islands Are Featured.
May 01, 2003 ... VICTORIA, British Columbia -- VICTORIA, British Columbia, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Strong fishing forecasts, economical vacation packages and convenient fly-in access from Seattle and Vancouver, B.C., make 2003 a great year for U.S. travelers to enjoy a fishing adventure a few latitudes north ...
Just 1.5 hours north of Las Vegas, Washington County, Utah, is an area rich in culture and astonishing beauty. From Zion National Park, to the Johnson Farm Dinosaur Tracks, there is plenty to see, learn and do.
May 01, 2003 ... ST. GEORGE, Utah -- ST. GEORGE, Utah, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Among the absolute wonders of the West is the 50-mile stretch of southwestern Utah, between the city of St. George and Zion National Park. This area offers some of the world's most awe- inspiring scenery and boasts an abundance ...
You Take the Wheel - Women and 18- to 24-Year-Olds Want Control of the Music on Road Trips This Summer; SIRIUS Delivers Coast-to-Coast Satellite Radio For the Ultimate Summer Road Tip.
May 01, 2003 ... NEW YORK -- NEW YORK, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Many Americans are choosing to cruise cross-country for vacation this summer, and women and 18- to 24-year-olds say they would rather control the music than the driving, according to a recent RoperASW omnibus survey. "Whether driving ...
Private Cruise Lines Offer Luxurious Sailing at Affordable Prices.
May 01, 2003 ... MIAMI -- MIAMI, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- There's no need to worry about what do to for vacation with a number of private cruises offering island getaways at affordable prices. Tropical breezes, crystal blue seas and sun-drenched islands are just a short flight away from most U.S. gateway ...
Nine out of ten people say their home town has good community spirit.
May 01, 2003 ... London -- London, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Nine out of ten people claim there is a good sense of community in their neighbourhood and are happy with where they live. One thousand people were interviewed as part of a survey for Local Newspaper Week (5-11 May 2003) conducted by the ...
Practicing Poor Oral Hygiene Can Leave Kids and Parents Frowning When the Braces Come Off; Recent survey shows many parents unaware that children's poor oral hygiene practices while wearing braces can result in permanent white scars on teeth.
May 01, 2003 ... CANTON, Mass. -- CANTON, Mass., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- At an average cost of more than $4,000, a set of braces is a serious investment. But, once the braces come off, your child's teeth will be straight and perfect, right? Not necessarily. The truth is, if your child practices poor oral ...
Wellbridge Launches Updated 'Commit to Get Fit' Corporate Wellness Initiative to Celebrate National Health & Fitness Month; Commit to Get Fit Program Encourages Healthy Lifestyles for Busy Executives.
May 01, 2003 ... DENVER -- DENVER, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wellbridge Company, the leading operator of premier athletic clubs, spas, and fitness/wellness centers, announced a new Commit to Get Fit initiative for Corporate Wellness Program members and their employees. Commit to Get Fit will be available ...
Zealand Pharma and Wyeth Enter Collaboration for Cardiovascular Therapy; Partnership to Explore Novel Gap Junction Modulation Approach.
May 01, 2003 ... GLOSTRUP, Denmark -- GLOSTRUP, Denmark, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Zealand Pharma A/S ('Zealand') announces today it has entered into a development and licence agreement with the global pharmaceutical company Wyeth . Under the terms of the agreement, the two companies will co-develop ZP123, ...
Qwest Meets Customer Demand for Simplified Long-Distance Rates in 11 States; New Rates Come as Company Unveils Long-Distance Service in Three States.
May 01, 2003 ... DENVER -- DENVER, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Responding to customer demand, Qwest Communications Inc. today announced new simplified, competitive pricing for residential and small-business long-distance customers in eight states. In addition, Qwest began selling long-distance at the new ...
Innovative New Back Pain Treatment Method Reported; New Non-Surgical Method Using Anti-TNF Drugs May Produce Rapid Relief.
May 01, 2003 ... LOS ANGELES -- LOS ANGELES, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Three new articles recently published in peer-reviewed medical journals suggest that a new class of biotechnology medications may have the potential to change the way severe back pain is treated throughout the world. The ...
Founder of Lindows.com and MP3.com, Inc. Michael Robertson Keynotes Canada's IT Week in Nova Scotia; Lindows.com Hosts Workshops, Interactive Displays and Computer Lab.
May 01, 2003 ... SAN DIEGO -- SAN DIEGO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The founder of Lindows.com, Inc. and MP3.com, Inc. today confirmed his keynote position at Canada's IT Week in Nova Scotia. In honor of Canada's IT week, the province of Nova Scotia will be holding the South West IT Expo on May 9 at the ...
Don't Give Osteoporosis an Inch; The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) Underscores Link Between Height Loss, Fractures and Osteoporosis During National Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention Month.
May 01, 2003 ... WASHINGTON -- WASHINGTON, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- "Are You Losing Height?" This is an important question for many Americans. Height loss of an inch or more may be due to vertebral fractures resulting from osteoporosis. NOF is raising this issue during Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention ...
Luby's Launches New Kid's Program; Includes Goodie Bag, Take-Home Kid's Cup; Kids Ten and Under Eat Free Wednesday Nights, All Day Saturday.
May 01, 2003 ... SAN ANTONIO -- SAN ANTONIO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Luby's today announced the launch of its new Kid's Program, featuring special meal deals for children. The Kid's Program, which rolled out in many Luby's restaurants earlier this year, features different meal options for Big and Little ...
Deadly Denial: What Baby Boomers Should Know About Stroke, According To American Stroke Association.
May 01, 2003 ... DALLAS -- DALLAS, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- A recent American Stroke Association survey shows that many baby boomers do not recognize all five of the major warning signs for stroke and are in denial about the looming threat of America's No. 3 killer in their own lives. In a ...
State of the Air 2003: Nearly Half the Nation at Risk From Smog Overshadows Temporary Improvement; American Lung Association Forecasts Continued Unhealthful Air From Coast To Coast.
May 01, 2003 ... NEW YORK -- NEW YORK, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly half the American population -- more than 137 million Americans -- continues to breathe unhealthy amounts of the toxic air pollutant ozone (smog), according to the American Lung Association State of the Air: 2003 report released today. ...
VoiceLog(R) VoiceVerified(TM) Helps Telemarketers Meet New FTC Sales Rule.
May 01, 2003 ... GAITHERSBURG, Md. -- GAITHERSBURG, Md., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Under the new FTC Telephone Sales Rule, telemarketers must obtain the customer's verifiable, express authorization before attempting to collect payment for almost any outbound and many inbound telemarketing sales. Even ...
Original for 150 Years: The Story of Levi Strauss & Co. Leading Innovation in Products and Business Practices.
May 01, 2003 ... SAN FRANCISCO -- SAN FRANCISCO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi Strauss arrived on the shores of a booming San Francisco in 1853 determined to start a successful dry goods business. But it wasn't blankets and linens that would make him famous and underpin a remarkable legacy that has lasted ...
The Bratz Pack(R) and He-Man(R) and the Masters of the Universe(R) Featured In May McDonald's(R) Happy Meals; Powerful Happy Meal(R) Duo Showcase Today's Hottest Toy Trends.
May 01, 2003 ... OAKBROOK, Ill. -- OAKBROOK, Ill., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bratz Pack(R) and HeMan(R) and the Masters of the Universe(R) will be delighting children and collectors of all ages in the May McDonald's Happy Meal. Beginning Friday, May 2, through Thursday, May 29, young McDonald's guests ...
Major Analyst Firm Lists Sprint in Leader Quadrant of U.S. Network Service Providers Magic Quadrant.
May 01, 2003 ... OVERLAND PARK, Kan. -- OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Sprint has been listed as one of two companies in the Leader Quadrant in the latest Gartner Magic Quadrant for U.S. Network Service Providers (NSPs). (Photo: ...
Levi Strauss & Co. Celebrates 150th Anniversary; The Company that Created First Blue Jeans Showcases its History with World Tour.
May 01, 2003 ... SAN FRANCISCO -- SAN FRANCISCO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi Strauss started it 150 years ago and forever earned a place in history. As a 24-year-old Bavarian immigrant, he founded the company that produced the most enduring and popular piece of clothing in history -- blue jeans. Today, ...
Weber(R) Outdoor Room Tracking Study(TM) Released: Nation's Only Study That Tracks How Consumers Define, Plan, and Use Their Homes' Outdoor Space.
May 01, 2003 ... PALATINE, Ill. -- PALATINE, Ill., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- A growing number of Americans are making the "outdoor room" -- which has been characterized by home and design experts as a defined outdoor area with a cooking, eating, and sitting space -- an integral part of their home, according ...
Sprint Selected as Distributor for Santera Systems' Switching Platform; Sprint North Supply is First Wholesale Distribution Channel for SanteraOne(TM) Next Generation Soft Switch Technology.
May 01, 2003 ... OVERLAND PARK, Kan. -- OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Sprint announced today that Santera Systems Inc., a leading provider of now- and next-generation switching solutions, has selected Sprint North Supply to be the first nationwide wholesale distributor for SanteraOne(TM), a ...