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Music Superstar Beyonce Completes 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards Performer Lineup David The Hoff Hasslehoff, Lil Kim, Jesse Metcalfe & Wladimir Klitsch

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:52:02 GMT

PRNewswire - Global music icon, Beyonce, has been unveiled as the final performer at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), the news was announced today by MTV Networks International (MTVNI), owned by Viacom Inc (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B).

HDNet's 'Inside MMA' to Broadcast Live From the 'STRIKEFORCE: Fedor vs. Rogers' Weigh-Ins Lashley, King Mo, Shamrock and Special Guests join Kenny, B

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:47:46 GMT

PRNewswire - HDNet's "Inside MMA" will provide LIVE, exclusive coverage of the weigh-ins for "STRIKEFORCE: Fedor vs. Rogers," Friday, November 6( )at 6:00 pm ET.

Nickelodeon's TeenNick Commences Production on New Original Series Gigantic Dramedy About Being a Hollywood "It" Kid to be Executive Produced by Mart

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:24:46 GMT

PRNewswire - TeenNick, Nickelodeon's 24-hour TV network exclusively for and about teens, has commenced production on Gigantic, a new half-hour dramedy that takes a fictional look at the glitzy, chaotic and often hilarious life of being a Hollywood "it" kid.

'NFL PLAYERS Helmets Off: Off-Season Adventure' to Air Throughout November on FSN Award-winning show goes behind the scenes with the newest stars of

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:03:31 GMT

PRNewswire - NFL PLAYERS, the licensing and marketing subsidiary of the NFL Players Association, announces the release of "NFL PLAYERS Helmets Off: Off-Season Adventure" to air on Fox Sports Network throughout the month of November.

SIRIUS XM Radio's Symphony Hall to Broadcast Special Classical Music Performance From the White House Classical music edition of the White House Musi

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:27:15 GMT

PRNewswire - SIRIUS XM Radio (Nasdaq: SIRI) announced today that it will feature a special broadcast from the classical music celebration held at the White House as part of the Music Series, created by First Lady Michelle Obama.

Food Network's Iron Chef America Goes to the White House 'Super Chef Battle: An Iron Chef America Event' Premieres January 3rd at 8pm ET/PTIron Chefs

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:34:39 GMT

PRNewswire - Food Network stars Mario Batali, Bobby Flay and Emeril Lagasse travel to the White House to take part in an unprecedented culinary competition in Super Chef Battle, a special two-hour episode of Iron Chef America.

FRANNYS FEET Travels Back into the Spotlight with Fourth Season, Debuting November 4 on PBS KIDS®

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:22:56 GMT

Business Wire - Dust off your passports. Franny Fantootsie, globetrotter extraordinare, travels back to...

SpongeTech® Partners with MLB Postseason Canadian Broadcast

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:15:43 GMT

Business Wire - SpongeTech® Delivery Systems, Inc. (“SpongeTech”) “The Smarter Sponge™, (OTC: SPNG) is pleased to announce the Company entered into a marketing partnership with Major League Baseball during the 2009 World Series television broadcasts on Rogers Sportsnet and Le Reseau de Sport (RDS).

China Cablecom to Report Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results and Host Conference Call on December 8, 2009

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:15:09 GMT

PRNewswire - China Cablecom Holdings, Ltd. ("China Cablecom" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: CABL) (Nasdaq: CABLW) (Nasdaq: CABLU), a joint-venture provider of cable television services in the People's Republic of China (PRC), today announced that it will report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, before the open of US markets on December 8, 2009.

Virgin Media Announces Pricing of £715 Million Equivalent of Senior Notes Due 2019

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:10:00 GMT

Business Wire - Virgin Media Inc. (NASDAQ:VMED) (LSE:VMED), a leading UK entertainment and communications business, today announced the pricing of the offering of approximately £715 million equivalent aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2019, split into a $600 million U.S. dollar denominated tranche and a £350 million sterling denominated tranche, of its wholly-owned subsidiary Virgin Media Finance PLC.

Energen Investor Presentations Broadcast Live on the Internet

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:48:43 GMT

Business Wire - Energen Corporation (NYSE:EGN) senior management will meet with the investment community members in New York and Boston beginning Monday, November 9, 2009.

American Greetings Featured on The Balancing Act Airing on the Lifetime Network Creative Director Rochelle Lulow Offers Tips For Holiday Shoppers

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:00:32 GMT

PRNewswire - If there is one thing that everyone can use during the rush of the holiday season, it's a little balance.

Verizon Ushers in a New Era of Television Entertainment With the Debut of FiOS TV in Allentown, Pa. Introductory Monthly Bundle Price of $79.99 G

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:00:17 GMT

PRNewswire - Residents of Pennsylvania's Queen City now have a superior choice for television entertainment delivered over a superior all-fiber optic network - FiOS TV from Verizon.

All New Litl Webbook First to Blend the Best of the Web and TV-like Viewing Experience in Easy-to-Use Home Computer Boston-Based Start-up Designs Uni

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:59:41 GMT

PRNewswire - Ready to hit the reset button on personal computing? A new kind of computer company, litl (litl.com ), today unveiled its webbook computer and operating system -- a completely new and simple way for everyone in the family to enjoy online photos and all the web has to offer.

Radiohead, MTV EXIT and USAID Music Video Collaboration to Raise Awareness About Human Trafficking Wins Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:41:41 GMT

PRNewswire - Today, the U.S. Agency for International Development, Radiohead and MTV EXIT music video collaboration...

Porter Novelli Wins Gold from Medical Marketing & Media for Best Unbranded TV Ad

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:37:56 GMT

PRNewswire - Global public relations leader Porter Novelli announced today that it received the Gold Award from Medical Marketing & Media for best unbranded TV advertisement/campaign.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Taps the Orchard for Marketing and Distribution of New and Classic Recordings from its Vast Repertoire of Once-in-a-Lifetime Pr

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:32:46 GMT

Business Wire - Today, The Orchard (NASDAQ: ORCD), a full service media company specializing in the distribution of music and video entertainment, announced that it has been selected by Jazz at Lincoln Center for marketing, national physical distribution, and worldwide digital distribution of both new and previously-captured recordings from the revered jazz institution.

canada.com Partners With AboutKidsHealth, The Source for Trusted Answers about Childrens Health from The Hospital for Sick Children

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:20:36 GMT

Business Wire - As Canadians struggle to understand how best to protect their families from H1N1, Canwest and The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) today announced a partnership that will help.

Journal Broadcast Group CFO to Retire

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:09:29 GMT

Business Wire - Ron Kurtis, senior vice president and chief financial officer for the Journal Broadcast Group, today announced he will retire effective December 27, 2009.

Appetizer Recipes from FoodNetwork.com Give a Delicious Start to the Thanksgiving Holiday

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:08:02 GMT

Business Wire - Make this the best holiday season yet with can’t-miss appetizer and cocktail recipes from FoodNetwork.com.

UTStarcom Announces New Contract With China's Bureau of Radio and Television of Santai County, Sichuan Province, a Subsidiary of SARFT Deployment in

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:05:06 GMT

PRNewswire - UTStarcom, Inc. (Nasdaq: UTSI) today announced a new customer deployment with the Bureau of Radio and Television of Santai County, Sichuan Province, a subsidiary of Beijing-based government agency SARFT, to resume their radio and television network capability following last year's traumatic earthquake.

Toshiba Announces Innovative ESPN Advertising Campaign 'It's a Game Changer' Commercial Spots Use Humor to Connect to Sports Fans Highlighting LED TV

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:00:45 GMT

PRNewswire - In recognition of the passion fans exude when following their favorite teams and alma maters, Toshiba America Consumer Products L.L.C. ("Toshiba"), today unveiled its multi-platform advertising and sponsorship campaign with ESPN.

Turner Classic Movies Invites Fans to Join the Network in Hollywood in Spring 2010 for First-Ever TCM Classic Film Festival

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:00:39 GMT

PRNewswire - Turner Classic Movies (TCM), the authority in classic film, will stage the network's first film festival April 22-25, 2010, in the heart of Hollywood.

Research and Markets: This Essential 2010 U.S. Appliance/TV/Electronics Stores Industry Report Contains Timely and Accurate Industry Statistics, Forec

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:50:13 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/fa0c0e/2010_u_s_applianc) has announced the addition of the "2010 U.S.

OpenTV Launches Beta Tester Program for New SDK

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:47:18 GMT

Business Wire - OpenTV Corp. (NASDAQ:OPTV), the leading software and technology provider of advanced digital television solutions, announced today the launch of a beta testing program for its new Software Development Kit, the OpenTV SDK Development Suite C2.2.

4Kids Entertainment to Report 2009 Third Quarter Results on Monday, November 9, 2009

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:30:19 GMT

Business Wire - 4Kids Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: KDE), the global children’s entertainment and merchandise licensing organization, today announced its plans to report third quarter results for 2009 on Monday, November 9, 2009, before the start of market trading on the New York Stock Exchange.

Apricorn Launches DVR Expander 2TB for DIRECTV® Customers

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:28:10 GMT

Business Wire - Apricorn, (www.apricorn.com/directv) the leader in personal storage, today announced a 2TB* DVR Expander design for DIRECTV DVRs, the largest capacity DVR external hard drive on the market.

CC Media Holdings and Clear Channel Outdoor Set Date for Third Quarter 2009 Earnings Release

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:23:14 GMT

Business Wire - CC Media Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CCMO) and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCO) confirmed today that both companies will release third quarter 2009 financial results after the market closes on Monday, November 9, 2009.

Local Papa Johns Bring TV Spot to Life, Honor Firefighters with Free Pizza

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:03:38 GMT

Business Wire - In recognition of the brave firefighters who serve our communities, on Nov. 10 Papa John’s throughout the country will offer free pizzas to Firehouses – just like in the newest Papa John’s commercials airing nationwide.

Scripps Networks Interactive to Launch Food Network HD in Southeast Asia January 1

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:03:09 GMT

Business Wire - Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. (NYSE: SNI), which has identified international expansion as one of its key growth strategies, will launch Food Network in Asia on Jan. 1, 2010.

Route1 Announces Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results Notification

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:01:52 GMT

Marketwire - Route1 Inc. ("Route1" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:ROI), a security and identity-based services company announced today that it will report its third quarter financial results for the period ended September 30, 2009, before the market opens on Thursday, November 26, 2009.

Comcast Launches High-Speed Wireless Data Service in Philadelphia Philadelphia third market to roll out Comcast High-Speed 2go(TM)

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:00:55 GMT

PRNewswire - Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA, CMCSK), the nation's leading provider of entertainment, information and communications products and services, launched its high-speed wireless data service in Philadelphia today as the company continues its nationwide rollout of Comcast High-Speed 2go(TM).

Vecima's 3.5 GHz WiMAX Solution Deployed by Major Canadian Oil Production and Distribution Company

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:00:31 GMT

Marketwire - WiMAX equipment designed and manufactured by Vecima Networks Inc. (TSX:VCM), the Last Mile Solution(R) for broadband wireless networks, is being installed by a major Canadian oil production and distribution company.

Sinclair Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:30:22 GMT

PRNewswire - Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI), the "Company" or "Sinclair," today reported financial results for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2009.

Comcast Declares Quarterly Dividend

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:15:50 GMT

Business Wire - Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq:CMCSA, CMCSK), a leading cable, entertainment and communications company, announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.0675 a share on the Company’s common stock.

Comcast Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:00:34 GMT

Business Wire - Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA, CMCSK) today reported results for the quarter ended September 30, 2009.

The Neal Asbury Show To Give Congressman Mike Rogers A New Healthcare Stage After YouTube Exposure

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:58:30 GMT

Business Wire - Congressman Mike Rogers (R-MI), who has become the impassioned voice of healthcare reform after his remarks before the House were picked up by YouTube and generated over 6.2 million views, will appear on The Neal Asbury Show on WZAB-AM on Friday, October 6.

Time Warner Inc. Updates 2009 Full-Year Business Outlook and Provides 2009 Full-Year Business Outlook for its Content Group

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:09:11 GMT

Business Wire - Time Warner Inc. (NYSE:TWX) today updated its 2009 full-year business outlook. The Company...

Time Warner Inc. Reports Third-Quarter 2009 Results

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:08:41 GMT

Business Wire - Time Warner Inc. (NYSE:TWX) today reported financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2009.

Research and Markets: This Report Finds That Taiwanese Cable Modem CPE Chipset Market Volume And Value Both Recorded Growth In The Second Quarter Of 2

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:30:52 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/b32c4d/the_taiwanese_cabl) has announced the addition of the "The Taiwanese Cable Modem CPE Application IC Market, 3Q 2009" report to their offering.

Celebrate Wallace & Gromits 20th Anniversary with Full Free Game from Telltale

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:22:37 GMT

Business Wire - What’s better than a sizeable chunk of Wensleydale cheese? How about a free full game episode of Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Adventures! Telltale today joins Aardman Animations in celebrating Wallace & Gromit’s 20th anniversary by opening up free downloads of one of the critically-acclaimed series’ episodes, Muzzled! at www.freewallaceandgromit.com today through noon (PST) Monday, November 9.

California GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Tom Campbell and Steve Poizner Respond to Twitter Questions During Orange County Debate

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:02:32 GMT

Business Wire - On Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, 270 business and community leaders, Brandman and Chapman University professors and staff, political bloggers and members of the media attended a California gubernatorial debate between Republicans Tom Campbell and Steve Poizner at Brandman University in Irvine based in Orange County.

Fans Predict Taylor Swift as Big Winner at 'CMA Awards' in Annual CMT Poll Taylor Favored to Win Entertainer of the Year; Brooks & Dunn Reclaim Duo T

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:11:47 GMT

PRNewswire - If fans have their way, Taylor Swift could walk away with as many as three wins in the categories of Entertainer, Female Vocalist, and Album of the Year at the "The 43rd Annual CMA Awards", according to CMT's fourth annual poll.

Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: CIT Group Inc., Dean Foods, Frontier Communications, Verizon Communications and Time Warner Cable

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:02:52 GMT

Business Wire - Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets.

OpenTV Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:26:46 GMT

Business Wire - OpenTV Corp. (NASDAQ: OPTV), a leading software and technology provider of advanced digital television solutions, today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2009.

Outdoor Channel Holdings Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:15:14 GMT

PRNewswire - Outdoor Channel Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: OUTD) today reported an increase in total revenues of 58 percent for the three-month period ended September 30, 2009 due largely to the acquisition of Winnercomm Inc.

TBC Global News Network To Produce A Weekly Financial News Program To Air In 94 Television Markets Beginning Mid-November

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:07:27 GMT

Business Wire - TBC Global News Network, Inc. (OTCBB: TGLN) – www.tbctoday.com today reached agreement with AMG TV to carry a series of weekly half hour financial news programs to ninety-four markets beginning mid-November of this year.

Discovery Communications Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:00:23 GMT

PRNewswire - Discovery Communications, Inc. ("Discovery" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009.

TiVo to Report Third Quarter Fiscal 2010 Financial Results

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:00:23 GMT

PRNewswire - TiVo Inc. (Nasdaq: TIVO) announced today that it will release financial results for third quarter ended October 31, 2009 after market close on Tuesday, November 24, 2009.

Caged Heat Racing Series Turns Up the Heat With Driver Elimination Radio Interviews

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:28:46 GMT

PRNewswire - High Octane Thrills and Green Fuel Solutions come together to host a series of radio interviews as part of the decision making process to determine the top 30 drivers for the upcoming 2010 Caged Heat Racing Series.

Comcast Offers the Most Blockbuster Hit Movies Ever Available Same Day as DVD

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:46:09 GMT

Business Wire - Comcast today announced its largest collection of Hollywood hits available the same day as their DVD releases for On Demand customers to enjoy this month – all in high-definition.

DIRECTV Partners With HDNet and HDNet Movies to Offer On Demand Programming Top satellite service now offers 20 hours of HDNet programming and over 2

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:30:58 GMT

PRNewswire - HDNet, the independent network delivering all of its programming in true high definition, announced today a deal in which DIRECTV, the nation's No. 1 satellite service, now offers more than 20 hours of HD programming from HDNet, and more than 25 movies from its sister network HDNet Movies, on a video on demand basis every month.

7-Eleven® to Launch One of the Nations Largest In-Store TV Networks

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:03:24 GMT

Business Wire - 7-Eleven Inc., the world’s premier convenience retailer, has contracted with Digital Display Networks, Inc. to create one of the nation’s largest out-of-home digital networks in more than 6,200 7-Eleven stores throughout the United States and Canada.

Composer Randy Newman and the Classic Sounds of New Orleans Celebrated on New Walt Disney Records Soundtrack The Princess and the Frog

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:02:09 GMT

Business Wire - Walt Disney Records will release the soundtrack for The Princess and the Frog, available digitally and in stores on November 23, 2009.

CBC: Cable, satellite carriers should be forced to offer packages of essential Canadian TV channels

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:26:00 GMT

The Canadian Press - Canada's national public broadcaster is calling for cable and satellite services to offer basic packages of essential TV channels at a regulated price.