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Pandemic Studios Announces Mercs Inc

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:00:27 GMT

Business Wire - Pandemic™ Studios, a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS), today announced that an all-new game in the studio’s popular Mercenaries™ franchise is in early stages of development at EALA. ‘Mercs Inc’ (working title) is the latest entry in the action series first made popular by Mercenaries in 2005 and most recently by Mercenaries 2: World in Flames™.

From Bites of Life to Bytes of Entertainment

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:00:11 GMT

PRNewswire - FliggeeBox and CINELAN, the 3-minute doc film business co-founded by academy award nominated director Morgan Spurlock, are excited to announce a new content partnership where the FliggeeBox Network will showcase CINELAN's short-form documentaries on the new FliggeeBox documentary channel.

Broadview Press Inc. to Propose Going Private

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:20:41 GMT

Marketwire - Broadview Press (TSX VENTURE:BDP) announces that its Board of Directors has approved in principle the proposing to all shareholders of an issuer bid and share consolidation that together would, if approved, result in the company being taken private (the "Going Private Plan").

Sometrics Solutions Help ijji.com Boost Offer-Based Virtual Currency Revenue by More Than 30 Percent

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:09:30 GMT

Business Wire - Sometrics (http://www.sometrics.com) has helped online hardcore gaming portal ijji.com (http://www.ijji.com) increase offer-based revenue by more than 30 percent by optimizing the way the website presents advertiser-based offers to its members.

CNN Correspondent Beth Karas Guest of Honor on December 7, 2009 at Purple Heart Injury Laboratories First Annual Gala

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:06:19 GMT

Business Wire - Beth Karas, correspondent of In Session,” trial coverage will be the Guest of Honor on Monday, December 7, 2009, when Purple Heart Injury Laboratories (PHIL) hosts its first annual gala benefiting TBI research and treatment.

Experts Available to Discuss Study: Kids Watching Hours of TV at Home Daycare

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:57:51 GMT

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Crave Entertainment Announces the Release of Winters Tail for the Nintendo® DS

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:54:30 GMT

Business Wire - Crave Entertainment, the full-service publishing and distribution division of FillpointSVG, one of the videogame industries’ leading providers of online distribution, fulfillment, and e-commerce services for national retailers, today announced the release of Winter’s Tail for Nintendo® DS.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Kicks Off the Holiday Season at HSN With Two LIVE Must-See Appearances

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:52:52 GMT

PRNewswire - Interactive lifestyle network and retail destination HSN is kicking off the holiday season with two special-guest LIVE appearances from multi-talented producer, musician, actor, designer, entrepreneur and lifestyle icon Sean "Diddy" Combs as he debuts his award winning fragrances, Holiday Gift Sets and exclusive Sean John robe on HSN and www.hsn.com.

Cogeco Cable Finds That the Compensation for Signal for Conventional Broadcasters Is an Inappropriate Response to a Broader Problem

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:49:12 GMT

Marketwire - Cogeco Cable (TSX:CCA) appeared before Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) hearings today to present its position on compensation for signal for conventional broadcasters.

Just Cause 2 Set to Ship This Spring

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:47:23 GMT

PRNewswire - Square Enix London Studios, a part of Square Enix Europe, today announces that the anticipated action sequel to 2006's top-selling Just CauseÂ® will release in-stores on March 23rd, 2010, in North America and March 26th, 2010, in Europe, Middle East, and Australasia.

Research and Markets: Mobile Music Services: Market Development Strategies Contains a Series of Conclusions And Recommendations Aimed At Supporting MN

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:23:54 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/2b270a/mobile_music_servi) has announced the addition of the "Mobile Music Services: Market Development Strategies" report to their offering.

Musicians Institute Launches into 2010 with Free Public Seminars on Two Key Aspects of the Industry: Song Placement in Film/TV/Video Games and Major L

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:23:30 GMT

Business Wire - Set to kick off 2010 in high gear, Musicians Institute has announced the next in its series of free public seminars on topics of interest to musicians, songwriters, independent artists and music industry professionals.

Research and Markets: "Mobile TV in Europe" Looks At Developments in the European Market for Mobile Television In 2009

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:17:24 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/5a7bbf/mobile_tv_in_europ) has announced the addition of the "Mobile TV in Europe" report to their offering.

Research and Markets: 2010 U.S. Musical Groups & Artists Industry Report Includes 2011 Forecast Estimates On the Size of the Industry Nationally and F

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:03:45 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/e47115/2010_u_s_musical) has announced the addition of the "2010 U.S.

Avatar Unveils the Next Generation of Movie Trailers

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:02:10 GMT

Business Wire - James Cameron’s epic adventure AVATAR will take moviegoers to a world never before experienced, so it’s only fitting that the film is getting a “next generation” movie trailer.

8000 Inc. announces acquisition and addition of The Breitinger Agency to the Company portfolio

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:00:23 GMT

PRNewswire - The acquisition of The Breitinger Agency as a wholly owned subsidiary and brand, brings a new dimension and opportunity to the expanding 8000 Inc company portfolio.

UNC Wilmington Study Shows Educational Video Games Positively Influence Student Attitudes toward Math

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:59:25 GMT

Business Wire - Academic researchers at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) have concluded that educational video games positively influence student achievement and significantly affect student attitudes and self-efficacy toward the study of mathematics.

Live from New York, JetBlue Airways and the Barbados Tourism Authority Proudly Present an Exclusive Concert by Rihanna

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:50:18 GMT

PRNewswire - In celebration of its new nonstop service to Barbados, JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), the airline that gives customers more free live entertainment, and the Barbados Tourism Authority will proudly present a private concert by Rihanna on Dec. 3, 2009 at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.

BooksOnBoard is the Official Black Friday eBookstore, Offering the Best Deals on the Hottest Holiday Items This Season: eBooks and eBook Readers

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:49:50 GMT

PRNewswire - BooksOnBoard, the largest independent eBookstore and the book lover's bridge to the digital world, is the one-stop shop for eBooks and eBook Readers this holiday season, offering consumers the best choice and multiple solutions for all their digital reading needs.

Cignias Launches NAO Family of Advanced Wireless Music Stations

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:47:19 GMT

PRNewswire - Cignias today launched its NAO Music Station line of products, including NAO Symphony and NAO Symphony Noir.

Sade Set to Release SOLDIER OF LOVE Worldwide on February 8th

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:34:32 GMT

PRNewswire - The wait is now over. Epic Records is pleased to announce the release of SOLDIER OF LOVE, the...

Strategy Analytics on Appealing Automotive Entertainment Features

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:31:26 GMT

Business Wire - A recent Strategy Analytics survey of vehicle owners in the USA and Western Europe found that drivers increasingly want to be able to use their own devices, such as iPods and MP3 players, via their vehicle’s stereo system.

Amazon Extends Battery Life of Newest Kindle by 85 Percent and Adds Native PDF Reader

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:13:31 GMT

Business Wire - Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today announced two new enhancements to the latest generation Kindle—85 percent more battery life and a native PDF reader.

Pizza Hut(R) iPhone App Named Best Branded App by Forbes

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:10:01 GMT

PRNewswire - Forbes Magazine named the Pizza Hut iPhone App the #1 Branded Mobile Application of 2009 in an article released this week.

The Air Force Reserve to Bring Kid Rock & Friends Overseas for the Holidays

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:04:47 GMT

PRNewswire - Kid Rock and the Twisted Brown Trucker Band will bring their unique blend of Southern rock, soul, country, heavy metal and hip hop music to American service members and their families this holiday season when they headline Tour for the Troops 2009, formerly known as Operation Season's Greetings.

AT&T Expands 3G Mobile Broadband Network in South Carolina

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:00:19 GMT

PRNewswire - AT&T* today announced the availability of its third generation (3G) mobile broadband network in Florence and the expansion of the Greenville and Charleston 3G network opening the door to a new era of mobile services, devices and feature-rich audio and video content for customers in the area.

Newfoundland Capital confirms 3 for 1 stock split

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:39:58 GMT

CNW Group - Newfoundland Capital Corporation Limited (the "Company") (TSX: NCC.A, NCC.B) announces that its Class A Subordinate Voting Shares (the "Class A Shares") and the Class B Common Shares (the "Class B Shares") will commence trading on a three for one split basis at the opening of business on Wednesday, November 25, 2009.

Omni Hotels Offers A Total Departure

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:25:29 GMT

PRNewswire - From facials in February to mani-pedis in March to decadent treatments in December, Omni Signature Spas are offering an extraordinary opportunity to escape each month of 2010.

Hallmark's Disney E-cards Debut on Hallmark.com

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:20:44 GMT

PRNewswire - Disney fans can now send Hallmark e-cards that feature original scenes from their favorite Disney movies. Hallmark .com is introducing eight new Disney premium e-cards featuring scenes and characters from popular Disney films such as Bambi, Camp Rock, Disney-Pixar's Toy Story, Hannah Montana, Lady and the Tramp and The Lion King.

Award-Winning Actor Gary Sinise and His Band, the Lt. Dan Band, to Entertain Troops in Afghanistan

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:15:14 GMT

PRNewswire - Actor Gary Sinise ("Forrest Gump", "Apollo 13", "CSI: NY"), and his band, the Lt.

Toronto Pictures appoints CFO

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:15:14 GMT

PRNewswire - Toronto Pictures, Inc. (PINK: TTOPF) announced the appointment of Ms. Vivian Afriyie as Chief Financial...

Video SCRABBLE Makes Its Gaming Debut at Foxwoods Resort Casino

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:07:18 GMT

Business Wire - In what’s sure to be happy news for word aficionados and slot fans alike, Foxwoods Resort Casino today announced that it has teamed up with Lightning Gaming, Inc., a leading software game developer for casinos and entertainment venues worldwide, to offer the first installation of Video SCRABBLE — a new slot machine based on the popular game SCRABBLE — at Foxwoods.

Blockbuster to Present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Credit Conference

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:06:13 GMT

PRNewswire - Blockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI, BBI.B), a leading global provider of media entertainment, today announced that Tom Casey, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Credit Conference at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in New York, N.Y. on Dec. 3, 2009 at 11:30 a.m.

2K Games Announces The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned, the First Downloadable Expansion for Borderlands, Available Now

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:04:14 GMT

Business Wire - 2K Games announced today that the first game add-on content for Borderlands™, The Zombie Island of Dr.

Comcast Livens up the Holiday Season with The Comcast Holiday Spectacular in 3-D

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:02:09 GMT

Business Wire - Comcast Corporation took the holidays to new heights today with the unveiling of “The Comcast Holiday Spectacular in 3-D,” adding a whole new dimension to what has quickly become one of Philadelphia’s holiday traditions.

BioWare Community Explodes with New Fans of Dragon Age: Origins and Mass Effect 2

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:00:53 GMT

Business Wire - Join the BioWare nation! Leading video game developer BioWare™, a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced that it has set a new record for site traffic at DragonAge.com and new user registrations at its social networking site, Social.BioWare.com. With the release of Dragon Age™: Origins, the BioWare community has grown to a record 5 million registered users, propelled by outstanding word-of-mouth buzz amongst fans of the 90-rated role-playing game.

Can You Name the Quarterback for the 1987 Orangemen? How About the Player Who Succeeded Patrick Ewing at Center at His Alma Mater?

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:00:30 GMT

PRNewswire - College football teams are making their final push toward bowl games. The NBA and college hoop seasons are under way.

The Power of the Force is Unleashed at Fathead®

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:35:21 GMT

Business Wire - Fathead®, the leading brand in sports and entertainment graphics, announces the expansion of the Star Wars Line for fans of the beloved space Saga. Star Wars fans can relive the timeless story with incredible Fathead images of Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Darth Maul, Death Star and the Millennium Falcon, as well as Princess Leia in two stunning poses.

Steffi Graf and TEEKANNE Herbal Wellness Tea Launch 'Win a Wellness Weekend In Las Vegas' Sweepstakes (www.favoritetea.com) Promoting Wellness & Healt

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:13:07 GMT

PRNewswire - As more and more consumers strive to maintain a truly healthy lifestyle, TEEKANNE Herbal Wellness Teas and tennis legend Steffi Graf have teamed up to launch "Win a Wellness Weekend" (www.f avoritetea.com), an exciting sweepstakes whereby three lucky winners and their guests will experience a rejuvenating wellness weekend in Las Vegas, Nev., with Steffi Graf.

Live Nation and iTunes Join for Launch of New Live Music Program

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:00:40 GMT

PRNewswire - Live Nation (NYSE: LYV), the world's largest live music company, has joined with the iTunes Store (www.itunes .com), the world's #1 music retailer, to launch a new live music program, which debuted today.

Majesco Entertainment Ships 'Hello Kitty Party' for Nintendo DS(TM) to Retail Outlets Nationwide

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:00:23 GMT

PRNewswire - No 35th Anniversary would be complete without a party packed with friends and exciting activities. Majesco...

NetDragon's 'Eudemons Online' Headed for Russia

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:00:20 GMT

PRNewswire - NetDragon Websoft Inc., a leading online game developer and innovator in China ("NetDragon"; Stock Code: 777), announced the exclusive licensing of its flagship game "Eudemons Online" to Nival Network, for Russia and the CIS region.

Coca-Cola Zero Announces Global Film Partnership with James Camerons Avatar

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:47:28 GMT

Business Wire - The Coca-Cola Company today announced its Coca-Cola Zero brand has partnered with Twentieth Century Fox on a major global promotional campaign for James Cameron’s epic-adventure film AVATAR.

Happytellus.com: Your Genes Make You Act against Your Long-Term Happiness

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:42:23 GMT

Business Wire - Genes, early growth environment and self-guidance are listed as the three main sources of happiness at HappyTellus.com (http://www.happytellus.com/). According to the site, our genes often guide us to reach for easy and sweet short-time happiness, thus functioning against our happiness in the long term.

HealthFocus® Study Reveals Significant Impact on Shopping Patterns among High Income Consumers

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:33:17 GMT

Business Wire - A recent HealthFocus® International (HFI) study reveals that cutting costs has expanded into higher income groups; namely, those with annual incomes upwards of $75,000.

Sammy Hagar Rocks the Las Vegas Strip With Opening of Signature Cabo Wabo(R) Cantina

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:30:15 GMT

PRNewswire - Sammy Hagar has opened his hard rockin' dining and nightlife experience, Cabo WaboÂ® Cantina, on the Las Vegas Strip.

EAT THIS, NOT THAT! RESTAURANT SURVIVAL GUIDE The No-Diet Weight Loss Solution

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:29:03 GMT

Business Wire - The authors of the bestselling EAT THIS, NOT THAT! book series, with more than five million copies in print, today released the ultimate reference book for making the most effective food choices while dining at your favorite restaurants — EAT THIS, NOT THAT! RESTAURANT SURVIVAL GUIDE by David Zinczenko, with Matt Goulding (Rodale Books; Paperback, $19.99).

Linde and Macys Celebrate 15-Year Partnership

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:26:34 GMT

Business Wire - Linde North America and Macy’s are celebrating a unique partnership this November: 15 consecutive years of making children of all ages smile at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®.

The Orchard Receives Correction for NASDAQ Non-Compliance Notification

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:22:35 GMT

Business Wire - The Orchard (NASDAQ: ORCD), a full service media company specializing in the distribution of music and video entertainment, reports that on November 20, 2009, it received a letter from The NASDAQ Stock Market stating that based on information subsequently received by the NASDAQ staff, NASDAQ erroneously issued a letter to The Orchard on November 12, 2009.

Dose.ca Now More Entertaining Than Ever!

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:21:42 GMT

Business Wire - Canada’s online entertainment site, Dose.ca has launched a redesigned site that gives visitors more of what they want and advertisers new and unique ways to talk to young, hip urbanites.

Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment Premieres Exclusive Trailer on iTunes: Family Guy: Something, Something, Something Dark Side

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:16:59 GMT

Business Wire - “Family Guy” and Star Wars fans continue to see the bright-side as an all-new extended trailer for “Family Guy: Something, Something, Something, Dark Side” premieres today exclusively on the iTunes Store (www.iTunes.com) and Apple.com/trailers. Fans can experience a nearly exact remake of the original trailer from the 1980 classic The Empire Strikes Back on iTunes, available directly for download at www.itunes.com/FamilyGuySSSDarkSide� a0;and on Apple.com/trailers.

Conspiracy Entertainment to Develop iPhone App for XS Energy Drinks

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:14:26 GMT

Business Wire - Conspiracy Entertainment Holdings, Inc. ("Conspiracy Entertainment") (OTCBB: CPYE), a developer, publisher and marketer of interactive entertainment software in North America and Western Europe, announced today that its has signed an agreement with XS Energy Drink, a developer and manufacturer of energy drinks, to develop a branded version of the iPhone app, "Living Photo."

THQ*ICE Reveals Details for New Veil of Darkness Content for Dragonica Online

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:13:10 GMT

Business Wire - THQ*ICE LLC

John Harne Joins Definition 6

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:00:55 GMT

PRNewswire - Definition 6 today announced it has hired John Harne as Executive Creative Director (ECD). Harne joins...

Apple's Controlling Practices Opens Door for Independent Marketplace

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:00:32 GMT

PRNewswire - Apple's App Store is known for it's tsar like attitude towards iPhone developers and app rejections.