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Logitech to Hold Analyst and Investor Day on Wednesday, November 11 in New York

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:00:24 GMT

Business Wire - Logitech International (SIX: LOGN) (Nasdaq: LOGI) today announced it will hold an Analyst and Investor Day in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009.

Live Nation Wins Eight Billboard Touring Awards

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:10:23 GMT

PRNewswire - Live Nation (NYSE: LYV), the world's largest live music company, and its partners took home eight awards last night at the 2009 Billboard Touring Awards in New York City.

TeamPBR Fan Zone, New Merchandise Debuting at Professional Bull Riders World Finals

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:02:23 GMT

Business Wire - Professional bull riding fans have never had it so good! This year, for the first time ever, members of the Professional Bull Riders Official Fan Club - TeamPBR, will experience the TeamPBR FAN ZONE at the PBR Built Ford Tough World Finals; have first dibs at the chute seats; and get a sneak preview of the coming year’s attractions.

Fog City Pictures and WonderPhil Present Award Winning Feature Film Moonlight Sonata at AFM 2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:26:26 GMT

Business Wire - Fog City Pictures & WonderPhil Productions present the award winning independent feature film “Moonlight Sonata” at this year’s American Film Market (AFM).

Android Mobile Spy Released to Silently Monitor GPS Locations, SMS Messages and Calls

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:12:52 GMT

PRNewswire - Retina-X Studios, LLC announced today the immediate availability of Mobile Spy for smartphones running the Android operating system.

Link and Zelda Join Forces in The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:32:22 GMT

Business Wire - It was among the most heinous incidents in video game history: In 1986, Princess Zelda™ was kidnapped from the land of Hyrule, setting off an intrepid rescue adventure for young hero Link™. Unfortunately for Zelda, this offense has been repeated more than a dozen times since, leaving her largely out of sight while Link traversed dark dungeons and confronted monstrous enemies alone in order to save her.

OC METRO Magazine's Hot 25 Recognizes 25 People Who are Shaping Orange County Business

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:18:28 GMT

Business Wire - In their annual “Hot 25” issue which hit newsstands Nov. 1, 2009, OC METRO, Orange County’s premier business and lifestyle magazine, honors the hottest 25 people who are shaping and molding Orange County business, politics, education and philanthropy.

Coca-Cola to be Presenting Sponsor of The 2009 Hollywood Christmas Parade/Live Positively Presented by Coca-Cola

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:14:28 GMT

Business Wire - Few brands can claim the inextricable link that Coca-Cola shares with one of the world’s most beloved figures, Santa Claus.

What Happens to the Glass Slipper is the Least of Our Worries

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:53:26 GMT

Business Wire - Expect the unexpected: that’s the message Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) is spreading this holiday season.

CHARGE Anywhere(R) Releases the First Secure Mobile Payment Application for Google(R)'s Android(TM)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:38:18 GMT

PRNewswire - CHARGE AnywhereÂ® LLC, a leading provider of secure mobile payment solutions and payment gateway services, announced today the release of CHARGE Anywhere for Android(TM), the first PCI PA-DSS validated Payment Application enabling Android(TM)-powered mobile phones to become card payment acceptance devices.

Washington, D.C.: AHF Opens Mens Wellness Center at Blair Underwood Healthcare Center

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:28:04 GMT

Business Wire - On Thursday, November 5th, AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), the largest global AIDS organization, which provides medical care and/or services to more than 120,000 individuals in 22 countries worldwide, opened a Men's Wellness Center at the new ‘AHF Blair Underwood Healthcare Center’ located in Washington D.C.

From the African Rain Forest to Sunset Boulevard, "PUNCTURED HOPE" is Screening in Los Angeles

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:26:16 GMT

PRNewswire - The feature film "PUNCTURED HOPE - A STORY ABOUT TROKOSI AND YOUNG GIRLS' SLAVERY IN TODAY'S WEST AFRICA" is Toronto Pictures' Academy Awards(R) and Golden Globe Awards(R) entry.

Fox Sports En Español Broadcasting First Ever Latin American Poker Event in the U.S.

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:02:28 GMT

Business Wire - Fox Sports en Español, the country’s top Spanish-language sports brand, and PokerStars.net, the world’s largest online poker school, recently announced the first-ever Spanish-language U.S. broadcast of a Latin American poker event.

EA SPORTS MMA to Feature STRIKEFORCE as a Premier League

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:00:41 GMT

Business Wire - Electronic Arts Inc., (NASDAQ:ERTS) announced today that STRIKEFORCE, a world-class mixed martial arts fight promotion, will be featured as a premier league in the upcoming EA SPORTS™ MMA video game.

Little City Artists Display Award-Winning Talents at National and International Gallery Exhibitions

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:54:55 GMT

Business Wire - Taking part in current and upcoming esteemed exhibits, artists of Little City Foundation will spotlight several of their masterpieces both locally and nationally, illustrating their remarkable talents in outsider art and various other artistic genres.

Consumer Electronics Industry to Brief Media on New Alternatives to CEC TV Regulation Proposal

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:11:33 GMT

Business Wire - The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® announced today an interactive webinar to be held Monday, November 9 to brief media and answer questions regarding the latest data on the California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) proposed television regulations.

Rentrak Announces Top Ten Movies-On-Demand Titles for Week Ending November 1, 2009 -- Rentrak's OnDemand Essentials Measures Video-On-Demand Televisi

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:08:14 GMT

PRNewswire - Rentrak Corporation (Nasdaq: RENT), today announced the top ten movies-on-demand (VOD) titles based on consumer transaction rate.

Kansas Jayhawks Xavier Henry, Cole Aldrich & Sherron Collins on the Cover of ESPN The Magazines College Basketball Preview Issue

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:50:28 GMT

Business Wire - Every team in college basketball has a predictable side and an unpredictable side. No team...

I Am An American: The Making of An Anthem DVD/CD to Be Released in Honor of Veterans Day by Legendary Philadelphia Sound Pioneer Kenny Gamble and Phil

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:40:29 GMT

Business Wire - In honor and loving support of our nation’s veterans, legendary music pioneer and co-creator of ‘The Philadelphia Sound’ KENNY GAMBLE is releasing a new DVD/CD commemorative package of his acclaimed new symphonic ode to patriotism, ‘I Am An American,’ on Nov. 10, 2009 surrounding Veterans Day to help raise funds and awareness for battling homelessness among veterans.

19 Recordings/Jive Records Taps AOL to Debut Exclusive Kris Allen Content Including Full Album Streaming, Video Premiere and Performance Footage

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:01:48 GMT

Business Wire - 19 Recordings / Jive Records and AOL announced today that AOL will serve as the media hub to launch American Idol champion Kris Allen’s self-titled debut album.

Museum of American Finance to Host Special Screening of Floored

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:20:22 GMT

Business Wire - On Thursday, December 3, the Museum of American Finance will host a sneak peek screening of "Floored," a feature length documentary about the up and down lives of traders.

Highly Decorated U.S. Army Major General to Serve as Honorary Starter for Able Body Labor 200

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:08:26 GMT

PRNewswire - Retired Maj. Gen. Gary L. Harrell will be the honorary starter for the Able Body 200, NASCAR's Nationwide Tour Race at Phoenix International Raceway.

Newfoundland Capital Corporation Limited - Third Quarter 2009 - Period Ended September 30 (unaudited)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:02:03 GMT

CNW Group - Newfoundland Capital Corporation Limited (the "Company"), one of Canada's leading radio broadcasters, today announces its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009.

Academy Award-Winning Actor Forest Whitaker to Keynote Symposium on Maternal and Infant Mortality in Africa

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:01:35 GMT

Business Wire - Producer, director and Oscar-winning actor, Forest Whitaker, will provide the keynote address at a symposium on maternal and infant mortality tomorrow at the California Institute of Technology from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Will David Gregory Be Alone On Meet The Press this Weekend?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:59:23 GMT

Business Wire - The National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians (NABET-CWA) launched LonelyDavidGregory.com today to update Meet the Press viewers on whether there would be any guests this weekend.

Latin Recording Academy Presents Orchard Artists with Grammy Honors

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:55:21 GMT

Business Wire - The Orchard (NASDAQ: ORCD), a full service media company specializing in the distribution of music and video entertainment, today announced that Latin artists represented for marketing and distribution have taken home top honors at last night’s Latin Grammy Awards, which were held at The Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.

BMO Capital Markets to Host 17th Annual Digital Entertainment Investor Conference

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:44:10 GMT

CNW Group - BMO Capital Markets, the investment and corporate banking arm of BMO Financial Group (NYSE, TSX: BMO), will host its 17th annual Digital Entertainment Investor Conference, Thursday, November 12, 2009, at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in New York City.

Dennis Miller to Host WWE® Slammy Awards

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:42:37 GMT

Business Wire - World Wrestling Entertainment® announced today that comedian and radio talk show host Dennis Miller will host the 2009 Slammy® Awards during a special three-hour presentation of Monday Night Raw® live December 14 at 8:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM CT on USA Network from the American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, TX.

Company Profile for Churchill Downs Incorporated

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:42:13 GMT

Business Wire - Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “Company”), headquartered in Louisville, Ky., owns and operates world-renowned horse racing venues throughout the United States.

Westwood One to Report Third Quarter 2009 Results in Teleconference Call on Monday, November 9, 2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:38:54 GMT

PRNewswire - Westwood One (OTC Bulletin Board: WWOZ) announced today that the company will report third quarter earnings for 2009 on Monday, November 9, 2009.

The Lightstone Group Goes to the Movies

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:20:40 GMT

PRNewswire - The Lightstone Malls, owned and operated by the Lightstone Group today announced that they have signed a lease with national operator Carmike Cinemas, Inc. at Shawnee Mall in Shawnee, Okla.

Hasbro Studios Names Kathy Samuels as Executive Producer

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:10:27 GMT

Business Wire - Kathy Samuels – an industry veteran with a proven track record of success during stints at both CBS Television Distribution Group (CTDG) and NBC – has been named Executive Producer at the newly-formed, Los Angeles-based Hasbro Studios.

Mythic Entertainment Introduces Endless Free Trial for Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:03:13 GMT

Business Wire - Mythic Entertainment™, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) studio, today announced that the critically-acclaimed MMORPG, Warhammer® Online: Age of Reckoning® (WAR), has replaced its 10-day time-limited free trial with a new, endless free* trial program which is now available for download.

Reprise Records to Release Re-Mastered Versions of Neil Youngs Classic First Four Solo Albums on November 23rd, 2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:52:26 GMT

Business Wire - As part of its ongoing Archives reissue campaign with legendary singer-songwriter Neil Young, Reprise Records will release re-mastered versions of the first four of Young’s classic solo albums, 1969’s Neil Young and Everybody Knows This is Nowhere, 1970’s After the Gold Rush, and 1972’s Harvest.

Rainbow National Services to Host Bondholder Conference Call

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:51:31 GMT

Business Wire - Rainbow National Services LLC will host a conference call for its bondholders to discuss the information contained in its third quarter 2009 financial statements.

Thomson Partners with SIMtone to Provide Operators with Seamless Mobile Home Computing and Entertainment Solutions

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:38:28 GMT

Business Wire - Thomson (Euronext Paris: 18453; NYSE: TMS), a worldwide leader of services to content creators, and SIMtone Corporation, a privately held company delivering the first Universal Computing platform, today announced a partnership to deliver Home-mobility Computing and Entertainment products and services for consumers.

Beluga Heights/Warner Bros. Records First Artist Jason Derulo Rules the Charts

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:37:20 GMT

Business Wire - Jason Derulo’s momentum continues to grow exponentially, with his first smash single Whatcha Say” as it hits # 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 this week as well as #1 at Rhythmic Radio.

Orchard to Hold Investor Call to Discuss Q3 2009 Earnings on Friday, November 13th

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:31:28 GMT

Business Wire - Following the release of its 2009 Q3 results, The Orchard (NASDAQ:ORCD) will conduct a call for investors on Friday, November 13th at 4:30pm EST, to be hosted by The Orchard's Interim Chief Executive Officer, Brad Navin, and Chief Financial Officer, Nathan Fong.

ERS Data Solutions Group Once Again Provides Voice and Data Communication Support During ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:16:27 GMT

Business Wire - For the second time in 2009, ERS Data Solutions Group, a division of Emergency Radio Service, Inc., has provided vital voice and data communications in support of a home builder during the filming of ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition".

Wizzard Media Podcasts Score an iPhone App Five Bagger

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:06:17 GMT

Business Wire - Wizzard Media (NYSE Amex: WZE), the world’s leading podcast network, announced today that five of the newly released podcast Apps have landed on the 100 Top Paid Apps list in the iTunes® App Store.

China MediaExpress Holdings, Inc. Repurchases and Retires 1.9 Million Warrants in Private Transaction

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:45:23 GMT

Business Wire - China MediaExpress Holdings, Inc. (NYSE Amex: TMI; TMI/U; TMI/WS) (“CME” or the “Company”) today announced that it has repurchased and retired a total of 1.9 million of its publicly-traded warrants in a private transaction, for an aggregate purchase price of $950,000 ($0.50 per warrant).

Jamba Accelerating Brand Expansion Plans with Announcement of Licensing Agreement with Headline Entertainment

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:37:11 GMT

Business Wire - Jamba, Inc. (NASDAQ: JMBA) today announced continued progress in their brand expansion plans, as its wholly-owned subsidiary, Jamba Juice Company, entered into a license agreement with Headline Entertainment to develop a line of Jamba inspired apparel.

CKX, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:36:18 GMT

Business Wire - CKX, Inc. (NASDAQ: CKXE) today reported financial results for its third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2009.

CTM Media Holdings, Inc. to Commence Issuer Tender Offer

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:33:50 GMT

Business Wire - CTM Media Holdings, Inc. (OTC Pink Markets: CTMMA, CTMMB) today announced its intention to commence a tender offer to purchase up to thirty percent of its outstanding common stock.

Mediacom Communications Reports Results for Third Quarter 2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:33:24 GMT

Business Wire - MEDIACOM COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION (Nasdaq: MCCC) today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2009.

Glu to Present at the BMO Capital Markets 17th Annual Digital Entertainment Conference

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:31:57 GMT

Business Wire - Glu Mobile Inc. (NASDAQ: GLUU), a leading global publisher of mobile games, today announced that its chief financial officer, Eric R.

CKX, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results Conference Call Scheduled to Discuss Results

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:30:44 GMT

PRNewswire - CKX, Inc. (Nasdaq: CKXE) today reported financial results for its third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2009.

Panthers Get Wings: JetBlue Signs on as Official and Exclusive Airline Partner of the Florida Hockey Team and a Pillar Partner of the BankAtlantic Cen

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:30:28 GMT

PRNewswire - JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), the airline that gives customers more than the other guys, today proudly announced a partnership with Sunrise Sports & Entertainment to become the Official and Exclusive Airline Partner of the National Hockey League's Florida Panthers and a Pillar Partner of the BankAtlantic Center, its first-ever venue sponsorship.

3D Eye Solutions, Inc. Retained To Provide 3D Conversion Technology for 'The DOME Project' in Michael Jackson's 'This Is It' Concert Tour Michael Jac

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:30:27 GMT

PRNewswire - 3D Eye Solutions, Inc. (Pink Sheets: TDEY) is pleased to announce that the Company has been retained to provide 3D conversion for the Michael Jackson "This Is It" concert tour.

Game Day Entertainment, LLC Offers to Acquire Kangaroo Media Inc.for CDN $0.40 per Share in an All-Cash Transaction

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:30:17 GMT

CNW Group - Game Day Entertainment, LLC ("Game Day") and Kangaroo Media Inc. ("Kangaroo") (TSXV:KTV) announced today that they have entered into a definitive arrangement agreement for the acquisition of Kangaroo by Game Day.

Elixir Gaming Presentation on November 17 at G2E Gaming Investment Forum to Be Webcast

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:25:28 GMT

Business Wire - Elixir Gaming Technologies, Inc. (NYSE Amex: EGT) announced today that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Clarence Chung and Senior Vice President Corporate Finance, Traci Mangini will present at the 2009 Gaming Investment Forum on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 12:00 p.m.

Slacker Radio Now Available for Android Slacker Radio is the Best Way to Discover New Artists and Hear Your Favorite Music - for Free

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:13:07 GMT

PRNewswire - Slacker, Inc. today announced that the Slacker Radio app is available for Android phones. Music lovers*...

Knology Reports Results for the Third Quarter and Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire the Assets of Private Cable Co., LLC for $7.5 Million

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:09:02 GMT

Business Wire - Knology, Inc. (Nasdaq: KNOL):

Far Vista Interactive Corporations Gauntlet Being Reviewed by BigPoint

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:06:21 GMT

Business Wire - Far Vista Interactive (OTCBB:FVSTA), a leading video game company in Saskatchewan, has provided Bigpoint GmbH, located in Hamburg Germany, with the a working beta of its first person shooter Far Vista Tournament: Run The Gauntlet for play testing and evaluation as a possible addition to the Bigpoint.com portal.

Poker Giant Phil Ivey Graces the Pages of Fortune Magazine

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:51:18 GMT

PRNewswire - Joining the ranks of such notable and iconic trailblazers in Banking, Government, IT, Entertainment and Sports, Phil Ivey - well regarded as the best poker player in the world - will be featured in the November 23rd issue of Fortune Magazine.