News Releases

OEM Load Cells – Improved for Custom Requirements FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc is now able to offer its LSM250 and LSM300 Precision Load Cells to meet custom requirements. - 2007-06-30

Smoking Ban Expected to Affect Bingo Clubs As of today, July 1, a smoking ban will be imposed on all public places in England and Wales, and as the new law will not exempt private members clubs, this will make lighting up in bingo halls illegal. - 2007-06-30

More Baby Boomers Retire in Panama, Provivienda Group Launches Five New Communities Provivienda Group, Panamana's premier real estate developer, has launched five new communities in Panama appealing to buyers from all over the world. Four of the communities are located in Panama City and the fifth, Bijao is near Santa Clara. - 2007-06-30

SmartSound Sponsors Larry Jordan's PowerUP with Final Cut Studio Seminars in the United States and Canada SmartSound Software, Inc. is sponsoring Larry Jordan's 2007 PowerUP with Final Cut Studio seminar series throughout North America. Jordan will conduct 45 seminars in 15 cities. At each seminar, he'll feature Sonicfire Pro 4.5 music scoring software with Mood Mapping. SmartSound considers Jordan very knowledgeable and an excellent trainer of Apple's Final Cut Studio. - 2007-06-30

Small Business Research Board Construction/Contracting Industry Study: Taxes, Energy/Fuel Costs Now Greatest Concerns According to Latest Study Report indicates 31% of small construction and contracting firms are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Enhancements to current locations, improved customer service cited as priorities says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - 2007-06-30

Steven Lilly Joins Cortina Asset Management Steven Lilly joins Cortina Asset Management as a portfolio manager on their Small Cap Growth strategy. - 2007-06-30

Northern Virginia Medical Practitioners Use Misleading Advertisements to Deceive the Public into Thinking They are Plastic Surgeons, According to Dr. Phillip Chang, M.D. a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Phillip Chang, M.D., a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Lansdowne, Virginia chaired a round-table discussion at the Cosmetic Surgery Conference in Laguna Beach, California about the dangerous developing trend of non Plastic Surgery Specialties such as Oral Surgeons, ENT Surgeons, and Gynecologists misrepresenting themselves to the public as Board Certified Plastic Surgeons. - 2007-06-30

Birdstep Technology Releases RDM Embedded 7.2 Database New Version Offers Data Replication enhancing our high availability and fault tolerant capabilities. - 2007-06-30

Bliss Launches at HQhair.com HQhair.com introduce another great brand to its website. The UK's leading hair and beauty website already stocks many huge names in leading cosmetic products and ranges, but is keen to ensure it keeps its finger on the pulse when it comes to the hard-to-find products and the latest beauty trends. - 2007-06-30

New Condos Online, a Leading Online Condo Listing, Partners With the City.com Web Sites New Condos Online, the largest online source of new condos for sale, announces their partnership with city.com Web sites in four major U.S. cities. - 2007-06-30

Fantasy Poker Starts the 2007 Season New to the world of fantasy sports is the sport of poker. With summer poker action taking place in Vegas, the 2007 season of Fantasy Poker has begun. - 2007-06-30

CelebPoker.com Unearths New Poker Talent Through Its Popular Team CelebPoker Promotion Last month CelebPoker.com began its worldwide search for poker players to represent them at major European poker events, with an innovative promotion entitled Team CelebPoker. What they could not have foreseen was just how popular this event was going to be… - 2007-06-30

River Vacation Homes on the Virtual Auction Block Home buyers have a second chance to buy a resort home in Arizona along the Colorado River in the second Laughlin Ranch Home Auction. Homes in the auction are located in the master-planned golf community of Laughlin Ranch in Bullhead City, Arizona. - 2007-06-30

Lucy Look-a-likes And Families Seeking Fun Invited To Charleston for Grape Stomping, Live Music and Good Time ResortQuest offers exclusive new Charleston vacation area discounts and special benefits for grape stomping travelers. The annual Family Harvest and Grape Stomp will take place in Charleston on Saturday, August 25, from 2-6 p.m. at Irvin-House Vineyard. - 2007-06-30

More Chances to Be Rewarded for Referring Friends to Jobs with Jobtonic Job vacancies in six more sectors added - online marketing, property, HR, publishing, media and recruitment. - 2007-06-30

Testosterone Enhancement Pill Out Performs Anabolic Steroids New research suggests how gene-specific testosterone may be safer and more effective than anabolic steroids. - 2007-06-30

Finis Inc. Releases the SwiMP3 Surf, Waterproof MP3 Player. The SwiMP3 Surf is a waterproof MP3 player for surfers, paddlers, kayakers, kite boarders and wake boarders to enjoy music while enjoying their sport. - 2007-06-30

U.S. IT Staffing Firm's List Ranks TEKsystems in First Place for Seventh Consecutive Year IT Services Business Report ranks Top U.S. IT staffing and services firms. - 2007-06-30

Sauerkraut is Dynamite with July 4th Party Food Sauerkraut will be part of the food and fun for many during July 4th celebrations. - 2007-06-30

"Godfather" of the Internet, Mark Joyner, Releases his 7 Day Business Turnaround Kit to the Public Mark Joyner, often referred to as the "Godfather of the Internet" due to his major contributions to common Internet marketing practices such as integration marketing and e-books, is launching his highly-anticipated "7 Day Business Turnaround Kit" on the net July 1, 2007. - 2007-06-30

Blaze Audio Asks America to Speak Out with Podcasting Election season is here, and America's people need to speak out. Audio software developer Blaze Audio has a strong commitment to giving people a voice, and has designated July as podcasting month. In honor of July 4th, Blaze Audio offers new podcasting software, new instructional materials, podcast posting opportunities, and discounted prices. - 2007-06-30

Discover The Fortune That Lies Hidden In The Instant Bestseller Tele-Coaching Program The Tele-Coaching Program goes into the root of the problem and brings hope to these entrepreneurs who have been trying their hand at making money online without any success and are about to throw in the towel out of frustration, as well as those who are aspiring to start an online money-spinning business but just can't seem to crack the right formula to do that successfully. This program is unique in the sense that it provides extensive guides to info-product sellers who are seeking their fortunes on the Internet. - 2007-06-30

Stay Fit on Vacation: Take Your Personal Trainer Along with the Number One Me Fitness System Anyone can keep their fitness and health goals in sight, even when on vacation, thanks to the Number One Me fitness system, developed by lifestyle expert David Berger, who was recently featured on the 10! Show. - 2007-06-30

Get Out & Save: Summer Savings Promotion in Hoboken and Jersey City A new promotion called "Get Out & Save"starting July 1st with over 65 participating businesses in Hoboken and Jersey City, NJ offering great savings throughout the summer. Simply visit a participating business or the website to get a Discount Card, which is then redeemed at participating businesses for a discount. The website: www.getouthudson.com/save has all the discounts, fine print and more! Created by Get Out Hudson publications, the creators of Hudson Restaurant Week. - 2007-06-30

Everest Poker Announces June Avalanche Round 3 Satellite Tournament The online poker room will host a round 3 satellite for the $1,000,000 guaranteed Everest Poker Avalanche event on 25 June, 2007. Everest Poker Avalanche is the largest event hosted by the online poker room so far. - 2007-06-30

LovingHeartCollection.com Creates Sentimental Gift and Cherished Moment for Brides to Express Love to the First Man in Their Life on the Wedding Day - Their Father LovingHeartCollection.com encourages a cherished moment between brides and their father on the wedding day through the giving of a unique and sentimental gift, the Loving Heart™ Pin - 2007-06-30

Florida Health Insurance Plan - Proposal Raises Taxes on Wealthy President Bush is hoping to turn the upcoming debate over children's health insurance into one that focuses on helping all of the uninsured. The presidents position would help the nations uninsured, but raise taxes on the wealthy. - 2007-06-30

Lights, Camera, Sold! Austin Real Estate Agents to be 'Flip That House' All-Stars Austin real estate investment specialists will be featured on national TV's Flip That House. The All-Star Edition of the popular TLC show will follow the latest partnership between Justine Smith of the Copeland Group at Keller Williams Realty and her client, Thuy Phan, a real estate investor. - 2007-06-30

The Atlantic And Plum Announce New Multiplatform Partnership to Celebrate Books and Ideas -- Summer Book Series on Nantucket Launches New Partnership this July The Atlantic, a magazine celebrating its 150th anniversary, and Plum, the media network of America's most influential destination communities, today announced a multiplatform partnership that celebrates books, ideas, and the spirit of community. The first installment, called BOOKMARK 2007, will be launched on Nantucket July 14 and run through the end of August. - 2007-06-30

NYC's First Solar-Powered Oyster Reef - Art Meets Science New York City's First Pilot Project to Grow Solar-Powered Oyster Reefs to be launched on Sunday, July 1 on New York City's on Queens Waterfront -Oysters to be affixed to series of sculptures depicting double-helix DNA in the act of replication by Brooklyn artist Mara Haseltine and being installed at MacNeil Park in College Point, Northeast Queens. A team of marine biologists is embarking on an Innovative and optimistic project to literally jump-start the city's oyster population and will launch the pilot project-which combines art and science--on Sunday, July 1, at 5:30 p.m. at MacNeil Park in College Point, Queens. - 2007-06-30

Attorney Defends Using Special Needs Trusts to Preserve Medi-Cal Benefits The Solano County Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness hosts attorney Frank R. Acuña, of Acuña & Casas, P.C., to rebut claims by a member of the Solano County public conservator's office that gifting to a "trusted family member" is superior to establishing a special needs trust. - 2007-06-30

Engineering Failure Analysis: A Close Reality as Heavy Rain Batters the UK Engineering failure analysis is at the forefront of our minds this week, as heavy rain throughout the United Kingdom has caused mass flooding affecting thousands of residents. - 2007-06-30

InternetPaidSurveys.com Announces Plans to Expand Their Services The website, InternetPaidSurveys.com, is a useful resource for those aspiring to earn money online from paid surveys. Unlike many other sites in the field, they do not charge a membership fee. They have announced plans to expand their services. - 2007-06-30

Puget Custom Computer ships first DDR3 computers Puget Custom Computers rolls out first systems integrated with DDR3 memory modules. - 2007-06-30

National Wildlife Federation and Bellingham Community Wildlife Habitat Project Sponsoring the Bellingham Neighborhood Habitat Challenge Join National Wildlife Federation and Bellingham Community Wildlife Habitat Project for the first ever Bellingham Neighborhood Habitat Challenge. Promoting education and awareness about wildlife habitats in the surrounding communities. Kickoff during the Bellingham Sustainable Connections Imagine This: Home & Landscape Tour scheduled for June 30 and July 1, 2007. It's easy and affordable -- attracting wildlife by providing food, water, shelter and a sustainable place to raise their young. A certified site can be as small as a container garden on your patio. - 2007-06-30

EOS Spa & Salon Celebrates the Dawn of a New Day in Wellness and Beauty EOS Spa & Salon, formally named Gauthier Total Image Spa, will unveil its new name and improved menu of services on July 1, 2007 at it's 3000 square foot location in the Village of Sherman Oaks at 14449 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, California. - 2007-06-30

Saturday's SCCA Road Rally Benefits Parkinson's Resources of Oregon Time-Speed-Distance event at Portland International Raceway is backed by Fluge Global Adventures. - 2007-06-30

Pro Drive Hosts Regional SCCA Races as Championship Points Battles Tighten Sunday's road races are round five of six in the 2007 Oregon Region SCCA Road Racing Championship presented by Fluge Global Adventures. - 2007-06-30

Marketing Consultant Publishes Responsible Marketing Manifesto Responsible Marketing Consulting Services, a Plattsburgh, NY-based small business marketing consultant and services provider, has published its "Responsible Marketing Manifesto" on www.ResMarkConsulting.com. - 2007-06-30

Sean Cochran Enterprises and Phil Mickelson's Personal Trainer, Sean Cochran, Announce the Release of his Core Golf Fitness Book and DVD Sean Cochran is pleased to announce the release of his Core Golf Fitness book and DVD to the general public. Sean Cochran one of the most recognized golf fitness instructors on the PGA Tour today presents to you a comprehensive golf fitness program of flexibility, balance, strength, and power drills to improve your golf swing. Sean takes you step-by-step through the golf fitness exercises used by the best golfers in the world. No matter your skill level this book and DVD has the program to take your golf game to the next level. - 2007-06-30

Gaming and Wagering Provider BEToptions Announces Expansion; Appoints European Manager BEToptions, a leading developer of integrated software and wagering systems for the gaming industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Grouse as Manager of European operations. "In response to the interest in BEToptions' WAGERplayer and BetPOS products in the UK and Europe, and to further strengthen our support to our customers located in Europe, we have decided that the time is right to open an office in the UK," said Mr Stuart Cashen, General Manager BEToptions. - 2007-06-30

Celebrities Who Knew Elvis to Gather at 'Night of a Thousand Stars' Fans of Elvis Presley will experience a one-of-a-kind event at "Night of a Thousand Stars" when more than two dozen celebrities gather this summer on the 30th anniversary of the death of the King of Rock and Roll. Orchestrated by actress and author Suzanna Leigh, Elvis's co-star in the 1966 film "Paradise, Hawaiian Style," the event runs from Aug. 16-18, 2007 in Memphis, Tennessee. - 2007-06-30

Orange County Singer / Song Writers Competition - Music From Home SunCal Companies announced second installment of music from home program to help build community by finding one aspiring voice currently living in the area. - 2007-06-30

LifeBio.com's Online Autobiography Services Expand in Japan with Happy Elder Partnership LifeBio.com, a provider of online autobiography services and other life story tools and training, today announced the launch of a Japanese language version of LifeBio, called "Watashino Jijyoden" (My Autobiography) www.jijyoden.com, with its partner, Happy Elder Corporation, www.happy-elder.com, an innovative company serving the senior market in Japan. - 2007-06-30

The First Annual Independent Handbag Designer Awards Announced -- Handbag Designer 101 and Fashion Center BID Honor Excellence Handbag Designer 101, in conjunction with The Fashion Center BID announced the winners of the first annual Independent Handbag Designer Awards which were held on June 20th, at the Museum of the City of New York. The award winners are: Best Student Made Handbag - Charmaine Ho of Me Char, Best Handmade Handbag - JP Dewberry of SoVi - Southern Vitality, Handbag Designer 101 Audience Selected Handbag - Julie Lazarus of Elezar, Most Socially Responsible Handbag - Maria Estrada of IGNES Handbags, Best Handbag in Overall Style and Design - Katherine Kwei of Katherine Kwei. Famous designer Carlos Falchi received the first Lifetime Achievement Award at this event. Falchi has changed the landscape of accessory design. - 2007-06-30

Leading Alternative Health Authority Dr. C.W. Randolph Speaks Up About "Granola and Antitrust" C.W. Randolph talks about FTC trying to block merger of Whole Foods and Wild Oats. - 2007-06-30

Dubai Most Congested City in the Middle East, Survey Professionals working in Dubai spend 2 hours per day commuting - 2007-06-30

New Website for Collegiate Enthusiasts RD Montgomery Enterprizes has just launched a new website that has the Collegiate enthusiasts in mind. This new website is called Wallpaper to Wall. On this website you can find wallpaper that supports your favorite colleges. - 2007-06-30

Prism Microsystems Attains Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program Prism Microsystems further distinguishes itself by earning Microsoft Competencies in ISV/Software Solutions and Network Infrastructure Solutions. - 2007-06-30

MyBlueGadgets.com - Wireless Bluetooth Devices Grand Opening - Over 20 Bluetooth Brands at 20-75% Off Bluetooth brand product website MyBlueGadgets.com announced the grand opening of its one-stop online shopping destination that satisfies all Wireless Bluetooth Devices and Bluetooth Headset needs. - 2007-06-30

Regulation Shakes Up UK Travel Agents on Insurance The government has announced that all travel agents will be subject to regulation by the Financial Services Authority when selling travel insurance to customers with a holiday - the same regulatory body that already oversees fair play for companies selling travel cover directly. - 2007-06-30

TouchStar, a World Class Provider of Call Center Systems and Predictive Dialers, Exceeds Expectations with Successful Growth in Call Center On-Demand Division TouchStar's on-demand call center services increase productivity and reduce operational costs. - 2007-06-30

Darrin Helfrick Named To 2007 'Most Admired Operators' List By Golf Inc. Magazine Golf General Manager at Doral Golf Resort & Spa receives prestigious industry award. - 2007-06-30

Top Asia/Pacific Travel Company Responds to Increased Demand For Custom-designed Itineraries Complicated travel plans require travel company assistance. Sometimes going on a pre-planned travel company trip works with travelers' dates and dreams; sometimes they just want their own trip. Leading company serving Asia and Pacific sees growth in custom itineraries. - 2007-06-30

Eilat Limousine of New York Announces Purchase of Genesis Limousine International Network, Inc. A well-known limousine service in New York called Eilat Limousine International announced today that it has acquired Genesis Limousine International Network, Inc. The acquisition was effective June 1 and will combine two very popular personalized luxury services into one. - 2007-06-30

Los Angeles Online Magazine LA2DAY Kicks Off 'Capture Your LA' Video Competition Angelinos can now capture in video, their unique perspective of Los Angeles and submit it to Los Angeles online magazine LA2DAY for a chance to win an Ultimate LA Weekend adventure. - 2007-06-30

Auburn Engineering Adds Linear Vibration Welding Capabilities; Prototype Company Helps Manufacturers Close Gap in Joining Applications for Thermoplastic Parts Auburn Engineering, Inc., leading provider of rapid prototyping and production services, has recently added linear vibration welding capabilities to their prototype development services. Linear vibration welding is a frictional application between two or more plastic parts that is capable of creating strong, air-tight welds in thermoplastic parts. - 2007-06-30

Calling All Poker Players in Las Vegas: Audition for a Shot at Reality TV's Largest Prize Ever Bodog announces open casting call for "Calvin Ayre Wild Card Poker II" this July 5 - 8, at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. - 2007-06-30

New Sports Betting and Racing Software for Self-serve Kiosks Launched Internationally by BEToptions BEToptions, a leading developer of integrated software and wagering systems for the gaming industry, is pleased to announce the launch of its BetPOS software for self-service terminals and kiosks, offering casinos, bookmakers, racecourses, and other land-based gaming and wagering operators a new retail betting interface. In addition, BEToptions have signed a letter of intent with a major international distributor of gaming equipment and software to supply the BEToptions BetPOS software. Subject to obtaining regulatory approval from the appropriate authorities, the first kiosks will be rolled out later this year. - 2007-06-30

Texas Mega-Mover Directs The World Toward Ancient Pyramid Truths Texas "Mega-mover" (heavy lift consultant) provides an explanation for construction, rock movements, and development of the Great Pyramid from top to bottom with all questions answered. Common myths, legends, and lore concerning Khufu/Cheops Pyramid of Egypt are debunked by simple, straight forward look at the real evidence at hand. By addressing the project as if it can be done with assets and resources on the site, while applying a little conventional wisdom, a research team solves several mysteries. - 2007-06-30

Students Challenged to Take a Stand Against Racism SayNoToRacism.org has launched a new program that encourages students to support anti-racist beliefs by wearing unique bracelets offered by the organization. The program includes a fund-raising component for schools, with posters that communicate themes of tolerance for diverse cultures to ease interracial tensions and improve student achievement. - 2007-06-30

Mobile Learning Authority Featured Speaker at ASTD's Using Innovative Technologies to Improve Workplace Performance Renowned mobile learning expert Tim Keelan, founder of Chicago-based StoryQuest, will discuss the positive impact of innovative technologies on workplace performance at an upcoming ASTD/ISPI seminar in Atlanta, GA. - 2007-06-30

July is National Cellphone Courtesy Month Etiquette expert offers tips to help transform cellphone boors into considerate wireless users. - 2007-06-30

'First, Do No Harm' and 'Listen to Your Constituents,' ASLP Urges as Budget Cuts Move to Floor The House and Senate education committees have approved massive cuts in the federal guaranteed student loan program, and the bills now move to the floor. The packages will make student loans unprofitable for all but the largest loan companies. Many lenders will simply stop offering loans. Middle class families are almost sure to see their loan costs increase. Many of the lenders who remain won't be able to offer discounts off of the interest rates and upfront fees set by Congress. - 2007-06-30

Euler Hermes Launches Credit Insurance Policy for Receivables Finance Market Euler Hermes launches PaymentPlus for invoice finance providers and their clients. - 2007-06-30

Avanta Under Starters Orders for Star-Studded Race Day Serviced office company Avanta is gearing up for its charity host racing day on the 24th September, releasing more details of the property industry event - 2007-06-30

New Euromark Division Brings Permanent Coding and Marking with Lightning Speed to Food Packaging A new division of Euromark Coding and Marking, Vespalase, has been established to distribute laser marking equipment. The new range of printers provides food and drink packers with fast, permanent, coding and marking. Low lifetime cost, high reliability and maximum line uptime are achieved. There are no consumables to buy, no routine maintenance and components have an extended service life. - 2007-06-30

Christian Cinema Network Offers Ministries Fundraising Opportunities through Faith Based Films Christian Cinema Network (CCN), promising to be the leader in providing faith based and family friendly films to the Christian community, is now offering churches and ministries the opportunity to present high quality, inspiring movies to their communities. - 2007-06-30

SRC and Voicepath deliver WinScribe 360D outsource integration at Vizards Tweedie SRC, the UK's exclusive WinScribe Platinum Partner, have teamed up with Voicepath to implement WinScribe 360D at London based law firm Vizards Tweedie (Vizards). The new WinScribe 360D integration module, developed by WinScribe in collaboration with SRC and Voicepath, enables closer coupling between organisations using the WinScribe digital dictation solution and outsource transcription providers. WinScribe 360D allows users to maintain full control over typing work even when sent out to a third party transcription service. - 2007-06-30

Howard Nestler Introduces Transition Assessment Services for Management Level Executives Howard Nestler, CEO of Executive Options, has introduced transition assessment services today for management level executives. - 2007-06-30

Another Business Magazine? Are They Bonkers? Successful new self-help magazine puts humorous spin on business tips. - 2007-06-30

Hale Pet Door™ Expands AED Program Hale Pet Door™ website boasts, "Our skilled staff continually strives to provide our customers (two-legged and four-legged) with exceptional products and excellent service," and that couldn't be more evident than in their recent decision to expand their Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) program. - 2007-06-30

Music Promotion Site, Burnjam.Com, Offers MySpace Alternative from InfTek, Inc. BurnJam.com, a new music promotion site, offers artists and fans a dedicated music community. The website provides promotion without the information overload of MySpace, and retail opportunities without the lack of control of iTunes artists. - 2007-06-30

New Rake Back Program Takes the Squeeze Off Affiliates Poker rake back programs have been forcing many affiliates to share their profits. A new affiliate program from poker8.com solves the problem. - 2007-06-30

Young People Clock Up 1 Million Hours of Volunteering 1 Million Hours of voluntary work has been committed by ProjectScotland volunteers in a variety of fields including media and entertainment, the arts, environment, social care and sports. - 2007-06-30

Ohio Consumers' Counsel Regains Complaint Handling Authority; Praises Governor and Legislature The Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel (OCC), the residential utility consumer advocate, today praised Governor Strickland and the Ohio General Assembly for restoring the agency's complaint-handling authority through the state's new budget. - 2007-06-30