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U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff to Address the Pacific Council on International Policy on the Challenges of Protecting America in the 21st Century - August 18, 2006.

Aug 16, 2006 ... LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Council on International Policy is pleased to announce that Michael Chertoff, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, will address its members during a special lunchtime event August 18, 2006. At a time of heightened concern about U.S ....

Vista Gold Corp. Announces Proposed Registered Offering of Common Shares in Connection with Proposed Spin-Off.

Aug 16, 2006 ... DENVER, Aug. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Vista Gold Corp. (Amex: VGZ; TSX) announced today that it plans to file a shelf registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission") relating to the proposed registration for offering of up to four million ...

SIRVA Reports Preliminary Results for the Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2005.

Aug 16, 2006 ... CHICAGO, Aug. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SIRVA, Inc. , a global relocation services provider, today announced that it is in the process of finalizing both its financial results for the twelve months ended December 31, 2005 and the restatement of its 2004 Form 10-K. This process includes ...

Atlantic City Boat Show Revs Up for Fun.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Board and Browse Over 700 Boats at Atlantic City In-Water Power Boat Show, September 7-10 ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., Aug. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Step aboard the newest, never-before-seen models for 2007. Then cruise for buys at the Atlantic City In-Water Boat Show, the region's largest ...

Governor Schwarzenegger and Insurance Commissioner Garamendi Jointly Propose Legislation to Establish Sound Oversight Responsibility and Regulatory Authority for State Fund.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi jointly submitted legislation establishing sound oversight responsibility and regulatory authority for the State Compensation Insurance Fund. The legislation ...

Matalin & Carville to Offer Up-to-the-Minute Views on the Political Scene for Inforum Audiences September 12 and 13.

Aug 16, 2006 ... DETROIT, Aug. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Political pundits Mary Matalin and James Carville, joined in marriage but with careers on opposite sides of the political aisle, will speak at an Inforum dinner in Grand Rapids on September 12 and a luncheon at noon in Detroit on September 13, sponsored by ...

Silicon Image to Webcast CIBC Analyst Bus Tour Event.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Silicon Image, Inc. , a leader in semiconductors for the secure storage, distribution and presentation of high-definition content, today announced that management of Silicon Image will participate in CIBC's analyst bus tour of Silicon ...

Abba Technologies CEO Andrew Baca Named U.S. Minority Entrepreneur of 2006.

Aug 16, 2006 ... ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Aug. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Andrew Baca, President and CEO of Albuquerque-based Abba Technologies Inc., has been named 2006 Minority Male Entrepreneur of the Year by the U.S. Department of Commerce. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060815/LATU109) ...

/K I L L K I L L K I L L -- Coral8/.

Aug 16, 2006 ... We are advised by Coral8 that journalists and other readers should disregard the news release, Coral8 Announces Participation in TIBCO Partner ...

Expedia.com.au Set to Revolutionize How Australians Book Travel With the Arrival of Holiday Packages, Flights and Car Rentals.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SYDNEY, Aug. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Expedia.com.au(TM) today announced the launch of holiday packages, domestic and international flights, and car rentals on the Expedia(R) Australia Web site (http://expedia.com.au/ ). These new offerings will complement the hotel and attraction ...

NZPA Images to Cover New Zealand Maori Queen's Funeral.

Aug 16, 2006 ... WELLINGTON, New Zealand, Aug. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Dear Editor and Photo Editor, The death of the Maori Queen of Aotearoa/New Zealand on Tuesday 15 August is to be marked by a funeral on Monday, 21 August (New Zealand time) at Turangawaewae Marae, south of Auckland. ...

SPADAC to Participate in Strong Angel III Integrated Disaster Response Demonstration.

Aug 16, 2006 ... VIENNA, Va., Aug. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- SPADAC today announced its participation in Strong Angel III, a collaborative demonstration of civil and military cooperation and communication capabilities put together by a partnership of private companies, government agencies, humanitarian and ...

Katie Blair, Miss Montana Teen USA Crowned MISS TEEN USA(R) 2006 During Live NBC Telecast On August 15th.

Aug 16, 2006 ... PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Aug. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- This evening, during one of the year's most exciting live television events, a star-studded panel of judges chose Katie Blair, Miss Montana Teen USA, as MISS TEEN USA(R) 2006. MTV VJ/Host of TRL Damien Fahey co-hosted with Access ...

Survey Finds Mothers and Daughters Talk More About Important Life Lessons During College Years.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Dating, Drinking and Social Pressures Key Topics of Conversation ST. LOUIS, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Mother Knows Best is an oft-cited adage that has stood the test of time. Mothers dispense advice, offer suggestions, mediate and provide support throughout their children's ...

Speedel Announces Financial Results for Second Quarter 2006.

Aug 16, 2006 ... CHF 149.1 Million Liquid Assets on Hand and Cash-Burn on Track for Full Year BASEL, Switzerland and BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Speedel today announced financial results for the three months ending 30 June 2006. <Pre> Financial Highlights ...

'Terrorist Favorite' Explosives Instantly Detectable With the Voice100(TM).

Aug 16, 2006 ... CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand, Aug 16 /PRNewswire/ -- The Voice100(TM), from New Zealand company Syft Technologies, has the capability to instantly detect peroxide-based explosives. The US and UK authorities have indicated that last week's foiled terrorist plot to destroy up to ten ...

Speedel Retains All development & Commercialisation Rights to SPP200.

Aug 16, 2006 ... - Promising Safety and Efficacy Results From Phase II Trial in Patients Undergoing Chronic Haemodialysis for End-Stage Renal Disease - BASEL, Switzerland and BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Speedel today announced that it has retained all development, ...

Huaneng Power International, Inc. Announces 2006 Interim Results.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Profit Attributable to Equity Holders of the Company Increases by 29.04% to RMB2.167billion BEIJING, Aug. 16 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Huaneng Power International, Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE: HNP; HKEx: 902; SSE: 600011) today announced its unaudited operating ...

Evotec Reaches Second Milestone and Receives Success Payment in Alzheimer's Disease Collaboration With Takeda.

Aug 16, 2006 ... HAMBURG, Germany, August 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Evotec AG (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: EVT, TecDAX 30, "Evotec") announced today that the second milestone has been achieved in its four-year drug discovery collaboration with Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (Osaka, Japan, ...

Philippe DONNET, Member of the AXA Group Executive Committee, is Appointed Group Regional CEO of the Japan & Asia-Pacific Region.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Andrew PENN is appointed Group Chief Executive of AXA Asia Pacific Holdings to succeed Les Owen Andrew PENN joins the AXA Group executive committee PARIS, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Philippe DONNET: On March 31, 2006, AXA announced that Philippe ...

Elsevier Signs Three Year Agreement With Jordanian Consortium.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Jordanian Research Community Benefits From Access to 2,000 Peer-Reviewed Journals AMSTERDAM, August 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Elsevier announced the signing of a three-year agreement for the provision of vital scientific and medical information to the Jordanian Consortium ....

What Price Fun? 2007 Mazda MX-5 Power Retractable Hard Top Priced From $24,350.

Aug 16, 2006 ... IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Adding a new dimension to the Mazda MX-5 without diminishing its driving joy is no mean feat. The MX-5 Miata reinvented the lightweight, fun-to-drive, two-seat category in 1989, and has since become the world's best-selling two-seat roadster. For ...

Hutchison Telecom Reports Strong First Half Results and Record Profits.

Aug 16, 2006 ... <Pre> HONG KONG, Aug. 16 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --Key Highlights: -- Consolidated mobile customer base surpasses 23 million, up 71% year-on-year-- Turnover increases 48% to HK$15,666 million-- Profit for the period turns positive to HK$644 million...

Golden Phoenix Appoints Top Mining Executive, Donald Prahl, to Lead Start-Up of Ashdown Moly Mine.

Aug 16, 2006 ... - A Veteran Industry Professional With Proven Gold and Moly Experience - SPARKS, Nev., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Golden Phoenix Minerals, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: GPXM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Donald R. Prahl as Vice President Operations. Mr. Prahl ...

U.S. Pro Golf Tour Executes Five Year Multi Event Title Sponsorship Agreement With Global Media Fund.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Total Sponsorship Worth Up to $12 Million HERTFORD, N.C., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The U.S. Pro Golf Tour, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Greens Worldwide, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: GRWW) announces that Global Media Fund will be the Title Sponsor for ten USPGT regular ...

Metromint and Metromint Cycling Sponsor the 32nd Giro di San Francisco - The Oldest Bicycle Race in San Francisco.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- <Pre>WHAT: The 32nd annual Giro di San Francisco, presented by Metromint Cycling, Metromint, Lombardi Sports and VeloPromo is back! The City's oldest cycling race returns to downtown San Francisco ...

PRISMEDICAL CORPORATION Joins National Preparedness Month 2006 Coalition.

Aug 16, 2006 ... NAPA, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- PRISMEDICAL CORPORATION announced today that is has joined the call to promote emergency preparedness during the month of September, designated National Preparedness Month 2006. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, National ...

Pioneering Consumer Information Center Restores Shattered Confidence in Real Estate & Lending Industries.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SEATTLE, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- "The real estate and lending industries have lost tremendous credibility amongst consumers in recent years," states Consumer Advocate and International Mortgage Reduction Expert Harj Gill. "This Consumer Information Center is the only one of its ...

Attune Systems Joins Google Enterprise Professional Program.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Attune Systems, Inc., a provider of enterprise-class network file management solutions, today announced it has joined the Google Enterprise Professional program, which extends the power of Google search and helps customers get more value out of ...

asknet and SoftBank BB Establish Joint Venture for Software Distribution via the Internet.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Combining Technical Know-How and Distributive Power Joint Venture Aiming at Market Leadership in Asia Leap Ahead in Electronic Software Distribution Forecast KARLSRUHE, Germany and TOKYO, August 16 /PRNewswire/ -- asknet AG, Karlsruhe, one of the leading ...

HealthSaver Focus on Back-To-School: Vision, Dental Check-Ups Open Eyes, Brighten Smiles For Learning.

Aug 16, 2006 ... NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- It's back-to-school across America, and it's time to focus on ways to open students' eyes and brighten their smiles for learning success. As the school bell is set to ring -- and with one in four children having undiagnosed vision problems and ...

Great Resources for Buying & Enjoying Wine.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Wine Enthusiast Magazine & Running Press Book Publishers: A Perfect Match PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- For novice and connoisseur alike, choosing a good bottle of wine can be intimidating. Now, Wine Enthusiast Magazine has taken its accessible and easy-to-understand ...

Optical Entertainment Network Selects Raptor Networks Technology, Inc. as Core IP Switching Provider for Houston Converged Services Launch.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SANTA ANA, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Raptor Networks Technology, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: RPTN) is pleased to announce that it has been selected by Optical Entertainment Network as their core switching provider for OEN's new "triple-play" service FISION(TM). A purchase ...

Big Lots Reports Second Quarter Results.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Company Raises Annual Earnings and Cash Flow Guidance COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Big Lots, Inc. today reported second quarter fiscal 2006 income from continuing operations of $4.7 million, or $0.04 per diluted share, compared to a loss from continuing ...

CAE to build E-6B simulator for Link and U.S. Navy.

Aug 16, 2006 ... TAMPA, FL, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- (NYSE: CGT; TSX: CAE) - CAE USA has been awarded a contract valued at more than US$22 million (C$25 million) by prime contractor Link Simulation and Training to design and manufacture an Operational Flight Trainer (OFT) for the E-6B aircraft ...

CAE awarded C$50 million contract to upgrade UK Royal Navy Merlin helicopter training systems.

Aug 16, 2006 ... MONTREAL, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- (NYSE: CGT; TSX: CAE) - CAE has been awarded a contract valued at approximately C$50 million by Lockheed Martin UK to perform a range of upgrades on the CAE-built UK Royal Navy's EH101 Merlin Training System. As part of the Merlin ...

The Portland Group Delivers PGI 6.2 Compilers and Development Tools for High-Performance Computing.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Comprehensive Compiler Suite Delivers Uniform Development Environment Across Intel, AMD, Linux, and Windows x64 Platforms SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Portland Group(TM) (PGI(R)), a wholly-owned subsidiary of STMicroelectronics and a leading supplier of ...

GM's XM Satellite Radio Option Now $199.

Aug 16, 2006 ... XM Satellite Radio is One of the Fastest Technology Rollouts in GM History DETROIT, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- General Motors has lowered the option price of factory-installed XM Satellite Radio by 39 percent to $199, from $325, beginning with most model-year 2007 vehicles. More ...

ADVENTRX Appoints Vice President of Medical Affairs.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SAN DIEGO, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ADVENTRX Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today that Joachim P.H. Schupp, M.D. was appointed to the newly created position of vice president of medical affairs. Dr. Schupp served most recently as vice president of clinical business ...

Tektronix Provides Monitoring Solution for Video Over IP and IPTV Applications.

Aug 16, 2006 ... MTM400 IP/GigE Offers the Broadest Network Connectivity and Cross Layer Correlation for Faster Fault Resolution and Improved Preventative Monitoring BEAVERTON, Ore., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Tektronix, Inc. , a leading worldwide provider of test, measurement and ...

Gain Referrals by Hosting Events.

Aug 16, 2006 ... UPLAND, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Strategic alliances and recognition events can serve as a catalyst for new business referrals, says Dr. Ivan Misner, Founder and Chairman of BNI, an international referral networking organization that helps businesses and professionals cultivate ...

New System for GPS Tracking Introduced: Do You Know Where Your Vehicles Are?

Aug 16, 2006 ... FORT COLLINS, Colo., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- RMT Rover, a new GPS tracking system from Rocky Mountain Tracking (RMT), allows vehicle owners to access information about the position and status of their vehicles in real time. "Logistics is a finely calculated trade today, and ...

Edge Dynamics CEO John McGrory Selected as Featured Speaker at the FDA Regulatory and Compliance Symposium.

Aug 16, 2006 ... McGrory to Discuss Best Practices for Commercial Risk Management and Compliance in the Life Sciences Industry REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Edge Dynamics (http://www.edgedynamics.com/), the leading provider of channel commerce management (CCM) solutions, today ...

Lorus Therapeutics announces the allowance of a United States patent to protect anticancer agents.

Aug 16, 2006 ... TSX: LOR AMEX: LRP TORONTO, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lorus Therapeutics Inc. ('Lorus'), a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the discovery, research and development of pharmaceutical products and technologies for the management of cancer, today announced that ...

Cash Now Corporation (Symbol CHNW) Announces The Launch Of Foxlinx.Com (TNT The National Teller), A Resource Utility Tool For The Sub Prime Lenders.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Cash Now Corporation (CHNW.PK) FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cash Now Corporation (Cash Now) announced today that it has launched and integrated the Cash Now Database in Foxlinx.Com, a web-based platform for the payday loan industry. Mr. Derek Elliott, ...

Lorus Therapeutics provides a financing update.

Aug 16, 2006 ... TSX: LOR AMEX: LRP TORONTO, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lorus Therapeutics Inc. ('Lorus'), a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the discovery, research and development of pharmaceutical products and technologies for the management of cancer today provided an update ...

Ituran Location and Control Ltd. Presents Record Results for the Second Quarter of 2006.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Year Over Year Growth of 15% in Revenues and 42% in Net Income AZOUR, Israel, August 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ituran Location and Control Ltd. , today announced its consolidated financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2006. Highlights of the second ...

A.M. Best Affirms Ratings of QBE the Americas.

Aug 16, 2006 ... NEW YORK, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- A.M. Best Co. has affirmed the financial strength rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the issuer credit rating (ICR) of "a" of QBE Re Group - U.S. (QBE Re) (New York, NY) and its subsidiaries. The rating action applies to QBE Reinsurance Corporation ...

Familymeds Group, Inc. Announces One-for-Ten Reverse Stock Split Effective August 16, 2006.

Aug 16, 2006 ... FARMINGTON, Conn., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Familymeds Group, Inc. , a specialty pharmacy and medical specialty product provider, today announced that a one-for-ten reverse split of its common stock was approved by its Board of Directors pursuant to discretionary authority ...

CheapTickets Is Still Traveling After All These Years.

Aug 16, 2006 ... An Old and 'Young' Brand in Online Travel Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary With Hawaii Sale and Sweepstakes CHICAGO, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- In 1986, a classified advertisement appeared in a local Honolulu, HI newspaper. "Inter-Island Coupons, Cheap Tickets, Discounted Airfare." ...

John Tesar Named Executive Chef for The Mansion on Turtle Creek, A Rosewood Hotel.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Experienced, New York Chef Leads Next Era of Fine-Dining at The Mansion DALLAS, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mansion on Turtle Creek, A Rosewood Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of John Tesar as executive chef. Tesar brings more than 20 years of culinary experience ...

Raven Moon Entertainment CEO Featured in Exclusive Interview With WallSt.net.

Aug 16, 2006 ... NEW YORK, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 9, Joseph DiFrancesco, Chief Executive Officer for Raven Moon Entertainment, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: RVEM) updated the investment community in an exclusive interview with http://www.wallst.net/ . Topics covered in the interview include an ...

Collectors Universe Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.08 per Common Share.

Aug 16, 2006 ... NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Collectors Universe, Inc. , a leading provider of value-added authentication and grading services to dealers and collectors of high-value collectibles and diamonds, today announced that, pursuant to its previously adopted dividend ...

SBDN International, Inc. CEO Featured in Exclusive Interview with WallSt.net.

Aug 16, 2006 ... NEW YORK, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 14, C.M. Nurse, Chief Executive Officer of SBDN International, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SBDN) updated the investment community in an exclusive interview with http://www.wallst.net/ . Topics covered in the interview include an overview of the ...

FPLF, GZFX and AETH Update the Investment Community in All-New Interviews With WallSt.net.

Aug 16, 2006 ... NEW YORK, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 27, Andre Williams, CEO of First Pet Life, Inc. (Pink Sheets: FPLF) updated the investment community in an all-new interview with http://www.wallst.net/ . Interview highlights include detailed discussions on the following topics: <Pre> ...

Bally Technologies Announces Deal With Philadelphia Park Casino to Provide Systems and Features Solutions.

Aug 16, 2006 ... LAS VEGAS, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Bally Technologies, Inc. announced today it has signed a contract to provide a complete casino management system solution for the under-development Philadelphia Park Casino in Bensalem, Pa. Philadelphia Park Casino plans to utilize ...

'Bring It On: All or Nothing' DVD Rallies Sales of 750,000 Units and $12 Million in First Week.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Winning Performance Cements Universal as Industry Leader in DVD Originals With the Top Two Live-Action DVD Premiere Debuts of All Time and Underscores the Success of Studio's Aggressive Strategy UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- "Bring It On: All or Nothing," the ...

Peregrine's Final HCV Phase 1a Study Results Accepted for Oral Presentation at AASLD Annual Meeting.

Aug 16, 2006 ... - Study Results for First-in-Class Agent Bavituximab Will Be Presented at The Liver Meeting(R), the Leading Scientific Meeting on Liver Disease - TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Peregrine Pharmaceuticals, Inc. , a biopharmaceutical company with a portfolio of ...

TheLadders.com Signs Exclusive Partnership with CFO.com.

Aug 16, 2006 ... Partnership Expands TheLadders.com's $100k+ Jobs to the CFO.com Community NEW YORK, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- CFO Publishing and TheLadders.com, the world's leading online service for $100,000+ jobs, today announced an exclusive one-year partnership agreement. The co-branded ...

GOL Rated Top Performer in Transport and Logistics Category by Valor 1000.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SAO PAULO, Brazil, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- GOL Linhas Aereas Inteligentes , Brazil's low-cost, low-fare airline, was recognized as the top-performing company in the Transport and Logistics category in the sixth annual "Valor 1000" awards, published by Valor Economico, one of ...

SLS International Enters Into $2 Million Revolving Credit Facility.

Aug 16, 2006 ... New Funding to Enable Company to Increase Sales of Sound Systems SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SLS International , a leading provider of premium quality sound systems for professional (recording studio, concert, etc.), cinema and home entertainment ...

Rural/Metro Wins Bid to Continue Medical Transportation Services to University of Colorado Hospital.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Rural/Metro Corporation announced today that it has won a competitive bid to continue as the preferred provider of non-emergency medical transportation services for University of Colorado Hospital. The company was simultaneously ...

Anesiva Bolsters Executive Team With Two Vice President Appointments.

Aug 16, 2006 ... SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Anesiva, Inc. today announced the appointment of Samantha R. Miller to the position of vice president, business development and the promotion of Jean-Frederic Viret, Ph.D., to the position of vice president, finance. Ms ....

CV Therapeutics Announces Pricing of Public Offering of 9,000,000 Shares of Common Stock.

Aug 16, 2006 ... PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CV Therapeutics, Inc. announced today that it has agreed to sell 9,000,000 shares of its common stock at a purchase price of $9.50 per share in a public offering. All of the shares are being offered by CV Therapeutics, Inc. The Company ...

Italian Laser Welding Equipment Market: Revenues Expected to Double.

Aug 16, 2006 ... LONDON, August 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite a varied application base, the Italian laser welding equipment market currently relies on a very limited number of applications to produce a large proportion of its revenues. To reduce market volatility and sustain strong growth, market ...