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Thomas Kinkade Selects Orchid Hill Vineyard
PASO ROBLES, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 4, 2008 - Thomas Kinkade has designated Orchid Hill to exhibit his renowned artwork in Paso Robles. Visit Orchid Hill Tasting Gallery to enjoy award-winning varietals and experience the glow from Kinkade's enchantingly illuminated paintings. Orchid Hill...
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Sets Date for 2008 Third Quarter Earnings Announcement and Investor Conference Call
ST. LOUIS-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive, entertainment-based retailer of customized stuffed animals, will report results for its fiscal 2008 third quarter ended September 27, 2008, on October 16, 2008 prior to the opening of trading on...
New Best Buy Store in Denver Designed From Customer Insight
DENVER-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Best Buy is opening a new store in Denver built in partnership with the local community it will serve on a daily basis. The Arapahoe/Parker store, located at 15800 East Briarwood Circle in Aurora, will officially open to the public on Saturday, October 4...
Marler Clark Calls for Aunt Mid's Produce to Disclose Supplier of E. coli Tainted Lettuce
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - At least 40 confirmed cases of the infection with the highly toxic pathogen E. coli O157:H7 have been linked to commercial bagged lettuce distributed by Aunt Mid's Produce, but the Detroit-based company refuses to name the supplier of the contaminated...
Drinks Americas Conference Call & Webcast
WILTON, Conn.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Drinks Americas Holdings, Ltd. (OTC BB:DKAM - News), a leading owner, developer and marketer of premium beverages associated with renowned icons, including Donald Trump, Dr. Dre, Paul Newman, Willie Nelson and Kid Rock, will conduct a conference call...
An Industry Profile of Milk in the United States: Providing an Analysis of Key Trends, Leading Companies & Market Forecasts
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets and includes any applicable taxes. Any currency conversions used in the creation of this report have been calculated using constant 2006 annual average exchange rates. For the purpose of this report Europe comprises Belgium, the...
Cedar Shopping Centers to Report Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results on October 29, 2008
PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Cedar Shopping Centers, Inc. (NYSE:CDR) today announced that it will release financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2008, after the market closes on Wednesday, October 29, 2008. The Company will host a conference call on...
Eternal Image Responds to SEC Second Round Comments as Part of the Process to Become Fully Reporting
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Eternal Image, Inc. (OTC:ETNL.PK), a public company engaged in the design, manufacturing and marketing of licensed brand image funerary products such as caskets, urns, monuments and vaults, today announced it has recently completed the second...
York Pharma Plc Announces The Acquisition Of Leading Dermatological & Wound Care Brands
HITCHEN, England-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - York Pharma Plc (AIM: YRK) announces the acquisition of the worldwide commercial rights to two leading skin care and wound healing products. At the same time the company has raised $51.2 million to finance the product acquisition and support...
NRF Welcomes House Passage of Financial Rescue Bill, Says Measure Will Protect Main Street Jobs
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - The National Retail Federation welcomed today's House passage of legislation to address the nation's financial crisis, saying the bill would help protect Main Street jobs in addition to stabilizing Wall Street and credit markets. "This legislation will...
Research and Markets: The North America Pasta and Noodles Market Increased Between 2001-2006, Growing at an Average Annual Rate of 3.1%. Will This Growth Continue Right up to 2011?
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bed66e/pasta_and_noodles Source: Datamonitor
2009 U.S. Breakfast Cereal Manufacturing Report Is a Comprehensive Report Featuring 2009 Current and 2010 Forecast Estimates on the Size of the Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets 2010 U.S. Metropolitan Areas - Estimated Number of Employees Definitions and Terms For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/23d2f9/2009_u_s_breakfas
Hasbro, Inc. Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend on Common Shares
PAWTUCKET, R.I.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per common share. The dividend will be payable on November 17, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 3...
Christopher & Banks & CJ Banks Introduces Senior Discount
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Christopher & Banks Corporation is pleased to introduce a new Senior Discount at all Christopher & Banks and C.J. Banks store locations. The new 10% discount will be available every Wednesday for anyone 60 or older with identification. The...
Video Display Corporation Engineering Teams Drive Innovative Wind Turbine for Off-grid Power Generation at Commercial Sites
TUCKER, Ga.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Engineering teams from Video Display Corporation (NASDAQ:VIDE) subsidiary companies, Z-AXIS, Inc. (www.zaxis.net) and Lexel Imaging (www.lexelimaging.com), played a key role in the recent successful pilot launch of Wind Energy Corporation's innovative...
WIKA Instrument Corporation Selects Datalliance Vendor Managed Inventory Service
CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Datalliance, the leading independent provider of vendor managed inventory (VMI) and related e-commerce services, today announced that the United States operations of WIKA Instrument Corporation (WIKA), a leading supplier of industrial pressure and...
Pasta and Noodles in Western Europe to 2011 Supplies Actual Data to 2006 and Full Forecasts To 2011
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Pasta and Noodles in Western Europe to 2011" report to their offering. This databook is a detailed information resource covering all the key data points on Pasta and Noodles in Western Europe...
CORRECTING and REPLACING Spartan Stores Announces Webcast of its Fiscal 2009 Second-Quarter Earnings Conference Call
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Headline of release should read: Spartan Stores Announces Webcast of its Fiscal 2009 Second-Quarter Earnings Conference Call (sted Spartan Stores Announces Webcast of its Fiscal 2009 First-Quarter Earnings Conference Call). The release reads...
K-Swiss Sets Third Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - K-Swiss Inc. (NASDAQ:KSWS) today announced details for the release of its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. K-Swiss plans to issue its third quarter earnings release before the market opens on November 5, 2008, and will...
Research and Markets: Savory Snacks Market - Regional Level To 2011 - The Leading Company In The Market In 2006 Was Pepsico, Inc.
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/eb22df/savory_snacks_mark. Source: Datamonitor
The Pepsi Bottling Group Declares Dividend
SOMERS, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - The Board of Directors of The Pepsi Bottling Group, Inc. (NYSE: PBG) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.17 per share on PBG's common stock. The dividend is payable January 2, 2009 to PBG shareholders of record on December 5, 2008. The Pepsi...
E For All 2008 News Distributed By Business Wire Available At WWW.TRADESHOWNEWS.COM
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - As the official news release distribution service for E For All 2008, Business Wire will be posting exhibitor news releases on a dedicated show news archive at www.tradeshownews.com or directly from the E For All show site. Media may contact the Business...
hhgregg Continues Sponsorship of the All Pro Dad Father & Kids Experience
INDIANAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Indianapolis-based appliance and electronics retailer, hhgregg (NYSE:HGG), today announced its continued corporate sponsorship of The All Pro Dad Father & Kids Experience. hhgregg has acted as a presenting sponsor for three consecutive years...
Canned Food in the United Kingdom Report Profiles Leading Companies Campbell Soup Company, H.J. Heinz Company and Princes Ltd. Corporation
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets , 2002-2006 Table 16: United Kingdom Inflation, 2002-2006 Table 17: United Kingdom Exchange Rate, 2002 For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/59bf2c/canned_food_in_the. Source: Datamonitor
Company Profile for Biosilo Foods
-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Biosilo Foods is a young, progressive company that is set out to transform the food and beverage industry. With revolutionary innovation as the prime directive, Biosilo Foods is building a portfolio of new food and beverage categories. -0- *T Company: Biosilo Foods...
Novelle International Announces Partnership with Presence Marketing & Share Organics
BRADENTON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Annie Eng, founder of Novelle International, Inc., has announced that the company has entered into a representation agreement with Presence Marketing/Dynamic Presence in the Midwest and Share Organics in Northern California. "Bill Weiland has...
RPE Expands Supply Chain Management Team
TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Retail Process Engineering (RPE) announced today the appointment of Gilbert Valle as supply chain consultant. Valle joins Chuck Basa, supply chain practice lead, in directing multiple large-scale projects. RPE is a leading retail consulting firm...
Consumers Win Access to Wine with Federal Court Ruling
SACRAMENTO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - The Specialty Wine Retailers Association (SWRA) applauded a Federal District Court ruling that for the second time this year ruled that it is a violation of the U.S. Constitution for a state to prohibit their consumers from having wine shipped...
Company Profile for OjaiStyle
-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - OjaiStyle is a website that features fine art and emerging artists. OjaiStyle was created to promote and distribute the products of Ojai artists and merchants online. OjaiStyle features fine art, jewelry, pottery, glass and gifts all made in Ojai, California. -0...
CruiseCam Nears Completion of Negotiations for Acquisition Then Potential Merger(s)
BIRMINGHAM, Mich.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - CruiseCam International, Inc. (Pink Sheets:CCMJ) is pleased to announce that the final negotiations that have been taking place for several months is finally nearing a close. Details of the final resolution will be announced very shortly. "I...
NMI (Non-Manufacturing Index) at 50.2%; September Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business(R); Business Activity Index at 52.1%; New Orders Index at 50.8%; Employment Index at 44.2%
TEMPE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Economic activity in the non-manufacturing sector grew in September, say the nation's purchasing and supply executives in the latest Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business(R). The report was issued today by Anthony Nieves, C.P.M., CFPM, chair of the...
Skinny Nutritional Corp. Signs Distribution Agreement with SPIKE Beverage, LLC.
BALA CYNWYD, Pa.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Skinny Nutritional Corp. (OTC BB: SKNY.OB), the exclusive worldwide marketer and distributor of Skinny Water(R), today announced the company has signed a beverage distribution agreement with SPIKE LLC. (Tucson, Ariz.), which will cover the entire...
Drinks Americas Holdings, Ltd. to Present at the Maxim Group Growth Conference
WILTON, Conn.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Drinks Americas Holdings, Ltd. (OTC BB: DKAM), a leading owner, developer and marketer of premium beverages announced today that CEO J. Patrick Kenny will present at the Maxim Group Growth Conference in New York City on Tuesday, October 7, 2008. The...
drank(TM) the World's First Extreme Relaxation Beverage Now Available for Sale Online
HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Innovative Beverage Group Holdings, Inc. (OTC.PK:IBGH) announced today that drank(TM), dubbed the World's First Extreme Relaxation Beverage, is now available for sale online at www.drankbeverage.com. The Company recently set up online fulfillment...
ForeverGreen Reports Increasing Revenues
OREM, Utah-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - ForeverGreen Worldwide Corporation (OTCBB:FVRG), a manufacturer and distributor of all natural whole foods, today announced significant month-over-month revenue growth during the third quarter. The increase in sales is attributed to the introduction of...
Ferro Announces Agreement to Sell Fine Chemical Business
CLEVELAND-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Ferro Corporation (NYSE: FOE) announced today that it has signed an asset purchase agreement with Novolyte Technologies LP, an affiliate of Arsenal Capital Management LP, to sell its Fine Chemicals business for $66 million in cash. "This sale is consistent...
CVS Caremark Cites Numerous Inaccuracies in Antitrust Memo Submitted to Longs Board
WOONSOCKET, R.I.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - CVS Caremark Corporation (NYSE:CVS) today took strong exception with a memorandum recently submitted to the Board of Directors of Longs Drug Stores Corporation (NYSE:LDG) by a law firm retained by CtW Investment Group, as follows: We are aware...
Pink October: 7-Eleven(R) Creates Pink Ribbon Donut To Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - 7-Eleven, Inc. is baking fresh ribbon-shaped donuts every day this October to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure(R) during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The yeast-raised donut twists are topped with pale-pink icing, sprinkles and tiny pink candy ribbons...
Altria and UST Provide Update on Potential Closing Date of Proposed Acquisition of UST
RICHMOND, Va.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Altria Group, Inc. (Altria) (NYSE: MO) and UST Inc. (UST) (NYSE: UST) today announced that the companies have amended the September 7, 2008 agreement pursuant to which Altria has agreed to acquire all outstanding shares of UST. The amendment sets forth...
Eat It! D3Publisher to Deliver a Tasty Bullet Sandwich with New Videogame for the Xbox 360(R) and PLAYSTATION(R)3 System Eat Lead: The Return of Matt Hazard(TM)
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - An action hero emerges from the pixels as D3Publisher (D3P), a publisher and developer of interactive entertainment software, today announced plans for Eat Lead: The Return of Matt Hazard(TM), a third-person shooter with a sense of humor for the Xbox...
Lifetime Brands to Present at the William Blair Small-Cap Growth Stock Conference
GARDEN CITY, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Lifetime Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq NM: LCUT), North America's leading resource for nationally branded kitchenware, tabletop and home decor products, will present at the William Blair Small-Cap Growth Stock Conference on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at The...
Tarrant Apparel Group Receives Nasdaq Staff Determination Letter Regarding Failure to Maintain Minimum Bid Price Requirement
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Tarrant Apparel Group (NASDAQ: TAGS), a design and sourcing company for private label and private brand casual apparel, today announced that the Company received a Nasdaq Staff Determination Letter on October 2, 2008 indicating that the Company fails...
Research and Markets: The eBay Business Handbook, 2nd Edition Offers Everything You Need to Know to Succeed on eBay
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The eBay Business Handbook, 2nd edition" report to their offering. In this fully revised and updated second edition of his bestselling book, top Powerseller Robert Pugh covers everything you...
Willamette Valley Vineyards Announces Vineyard Acquisitions
TURNER, Ore.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Willamette Valley Vineyards founder Jim Bernau isn't letting the bad economic news slow him down. The winery announced the acquisition of three new vineyard sites in the Willamette Valley today as harvest got underway. The 2008 harvest marks the 25th...
Family Dollar Reports Record Fourth Quarter Earnings
MATTHEWS, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Family Dollar Stores, Inc. (NYSE: FDO), today reported earnings results for the fourth quarter and full year of fiscal 2008 and provided fiscal 2009 guidance. "As expected, fourth quarter sales benefited from the effect of the government stimulus...
An Essential Industry Profile of the Global Dairy Market: With an Analysis of Key Trends, the Competitive Landscape & Leading Companies
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Dairy" report to their offering. Our Global Dairy industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the dairy industry. It includes detailed data on...
In 2007, The Overall Scale of Chinese Fast-Food Industry Exceeded 200 Billion RMB According to China's Fast-Food Industry Research Report 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "China's Fast-Food Industry Research Report 2008" report to their offering. The data of the report is quoted from the National Bureau of Statistics and some authorities such as relevant...
Now Boarding: SkyMall and Frontier Airlines Announce New In-Flight Partnership
PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - SkyMall, the most popular in-flight retailer in the U.S., and Frontier Airlines announced that as of October 1, 2008, passengers onboard all Frontier and Lynx flights now have access to the SkyMall catalog. Christine Aguilera, President of SkyMall, noted...
2008 Report Dairy in China Includes a Five-Year Forecast of the Industry and Profiles the Leading Companies
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Research and Markets , 2003-2007 Table 13: China Inflation, 2003-2007 Table 14: China Exchange Rate, 2003 For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/63060d/dairy_in_china Source: Datamonitor
Auction Preview for Fifty Sets of Armor to Be Held by Kogire-kai at Kyoto's Kohdai Temple
KYOTO, Japan-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Kogire-kai (headquartered at 265 Hanatate-machi, Koromonotana-dori Takeya-machi Kudaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi; Chair: Mizue Kakimoto) will hold a special auction preview, Aesthetics in the Samurai Family, for three days from Friday, October 17, 2008...
Unifi Launches Repreve.com
GREENSBORO, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI), a diversified producer and processor of polyester and nylon yarns, unveiled a new consumer-focused, interactive website as part of its new "Repreve(R). For the Planet." campaign. The new website, www.Repreve.com, is...
CREDITZ(R) Introduces Digital Promotional Currency Integrated with New Mobile Platform
LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - CEO America, Inc. (PINK SHEETS: CEOA), exclusive US licensee of CREDITZ Digital Currency, today announced that it has fully-integrated its digital promotional currency, micro-payment and loyalty system on a new Mobile platform. The CREDITZ Mobile Digital...
Gamer Grub(TM) Becomes Official Snack Supplier for World Cyber Games USA 2008
SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-October 3, 2008 - Biosilo Foods today announced that Gamer Grub(TM) has become the official snack supplier of the World Cyber Games (WCG) USA 2008 (www.wcg.com/usa). Through this partnership, Gamer Grub will supply its great tasting, healthy line of performance snacks to...
Convenience Financial Strategy Group and Cybera Partner to Deliver New Cashless Payment and Credit Processing Solutions (Cuts Processing Cost up to 50%) via Secure Managed Connectivity
PALM SPRINGS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Convenience Financial Strategy Group, LLC (CFSG), a global payment processing and prepaid product solutions firm, today announced a partnership with Cybera, a leading MPLS-based managed service provider, to become the newest member in Cybera's...
Hip Digital Media and Nectar Launch Exclusive Dido "SAFE TRIP HOME" Fan Contest
LONDON-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Hip Digital Media, Nectar, and RCA Label Group today announce the launch of an exclusive music campaign with international multi-million selling artist, Dido, via the Nectar Music Store (www.nectarmusicstore.com). In a special Nectar exclusive, cardholders...
The Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability Industry in Australia Expected to Grow to $22Bn by 2010
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets - Appendices *T For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/b35a13/living_lohas_2_li
CORRECTING and REPLACING NRF Says 'Clock is Ticking,' Urges House to Pass Senate Version of Financial Rescue Bill
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Fourth graph, first sentence of release should read: ...Minority Leader John Boehner... (sted ...Majority Leader John Boehner...) The corrected release reads: NRF SAYS 'CLOCK IS TICKING,' URGES HOUSE TO PASS SENATE VERSION OF FINANCIAL RESCUE BILL The...
Plaintiffs' Counsel: Joseph Phelps Vineyards Attorney Wrong on Key Facts
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Attorneys for former Joseph Phelps Vineyard CEO Thomas Shelton and award-winning winemaker Craig Williams refuted today statements made by counsel for the Phelps family that suggested the two former employees had been paid $35 million as part of a...
Campbell Increases Support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
CAMDEN, N.J.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - For the third consecutive year Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) will show its support for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month nationwide, this year by offering three different limited edition pink and white labeled branded products. The Kroger...
Farmer Bros. Board Declares Dividend
TORRANCE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Farmer Bros. Co. (Nasdaq: FARM) announced that its Board of Directors declared a regular dividend of $0.115 per share, payable on November 24, 2008 to shareholders of record on October 24, 2008. Farmer Bros. Co. is an institutional coffee roaster...
Mrs. Fields Plan of Reorganization Confirmed
SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Mrs. Fields' Original Cookies, Inc. (the "Company" or "Mrs. Fields"), announced today that it has successfully satisfied the restructuring conditions set forth in its Plan of Reorganization (the "Plan") and that the Plan has been confirmed by the...
Rock Oktoberfest with Delicious Traditional Recipes and Tips from Sara Lee Executive Chef Brian Averna
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Oktoberfest, which originated in Munich in 1910, is celebrated worldwide from the end of September until the first Sunday in October. The sixteen day-long celebration is a popular holiday enjoyed by many Americans with great food, good friends...
Restaurants Unlimited Managers Lead Cause-mo For the Cure at 55 Locations October 1-31
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Restaurants Unlimited, Inc ("RUI") proudly shares that its restaurant managers inspired, created and are leading CAUSE-MO FOR THE CURE, a benefit for Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the world's largest network of breast cancer survivors and activists...
Taco Bell(R) Hosts "Reality Check Challenge" 2008 with Help from Stars of MTV's The Hills
IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Today Taco Bell(R) joined Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt for the second consecutive year in an effort to raise awareness of global hunger. "Reality Check Challenge" 2008, which was held at a Los Angeles-area Taco Bell restaurant, in conjunction with...
Cruvee Forges Web 2.0 Content Partnerships with The Wine Spies and Wine Library TV
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Cruvee(R), the recently launched wine lifestyle social platform at www.cruvee.com, has partnered with two leading Web 2.0 wine resources, The Wine Spies and Wine Library TV, to bring their engaging content to Cruvee's registered users through...
Clorox Announces Oct. 31, 2008, Webcast of First-Quarter Results
OAKLAND, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - The Clorox Company (NYSE:CLX) today announced that, on Oct. 31, 2008, it will host a live audio webcast of a discussion of the company's fiscal year 2009 first-quarter results with the investment community. The webcast will begin at 10:30 a.m. PT...
Gerard R. Vittecoq to Join Best Buy Board of Directors
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE: BBY) today announced the appointment of Gerard R. Vittecoq to its board of directors. Vittecoq, a group president of Caterpillar, Inc., will be a Class 1 director with a term expiring in 2010. "Gerard is an accomplished leader...
ta-tas(R) Brand Clothing Announces the Formation of the Save the Ta Tas Not-For-Profit Foundation, Kicked Off With a Viral Campaign
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - ta-tas(R) Brand Clothing announces the formation of the Save the Ta-Tas Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to raising funds for cancer research. Donations can be made through the company's Web site, www.savethetatas.com or the new...
Ruby Tuesday, Inc. Announces First Quarter FY 2009 Earnings Conference Call on the Internet and Wachovia Consumer Growth Conference Presentation
MARYVILLE, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Ruby Tuesday, Inc. (NYSE: RT), will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss first quarter results on Wednesday, October 8th at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The call is being webcast and can be accessed live at the following websites...
SUPERVALU Declares Quarterly Dividend
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - SUPERVALU INC. (NYSE:SVU) today announced that its board of directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.1725 per share. The dividend is payable on December 15, 2008 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on December 1, 2008. As...
Lawson Software Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Financial Results
ST. PAUL, Minn.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Lawson Software, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWSN) today reported financial results for its first quarter of fiscal year 2009, which ended Aug. 31, 2008. Lawson reported GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) revenues for the quarter of $190.9 million, up...
Arigo Releases STM Suite Version 8.0
N. BILLERICA, Mass.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Arigo, the leading provider of global Sourcing and Trade Management (STM) solutions for manufacturers and retailers in consumer products, electronics, grocery, branded apparel and footwear, today announces the immediate availability of the...
Target to Host First North American Guitar Hero(R) World Tour Challenge at E for All Expo
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Aspiring rock stars from across the continent will soon be flocking to compete for fame and fortune in a Target(R)-sponsored first-ever North American Guitar Hero(R) World Tour challenge at this year's Entertainment For All(R) Expo (E for All(R...
Across Systems to Demonstrate New Language Portal Solution at Localization World Madison 2008
GLENDALE, Calif. & KARLSBAD, Germany-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Across Systems, a leading provider of corporate translation management systems and the world's leading independent linguistic supply chain technology, is participating as one of the main sponsors at Localization World Madison...
EA Sports Joins the Fight against Breast Cancer with Madden NFL 09 Pink
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Electronic Arts Inc., (NASDAQ:ERTS) announced today that Madden NFL 09 Pink will be available throughout the month of October, coinciding with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Boasting the same renowned gameplay and graphics found in...
Beam Global Spirits & Wine Appoints U.S. Sales Leadership Team
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. (Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)), a global leader in premium spirits, today announced the appointments of its U.S. sales leadership executive team. Following this week's announcement regarding the exit of...
Research and Markets: Gain a Valuable Overview of the Dairy Market in the United States: Spot Future Trends, Analyse Five Year Forecasts & Understand the Market
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Dairy in the United States" report to their offering. Our Dairy in the United States industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the dairy industry. It...
Levi Strauss & Co. Announces Third-Quarter 2008 Financial Results
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&CO.) today announced financial results for the third quarter ended August 24, 2008 and filed its third quarter 2008 results on Form 10-Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Highlights include: -0- *T Three Months...
PepsiAmericas Declares Fourth Quarter Dividend
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - PepsiAmericas, Inc. (NYSE: PAS) today announced that its Board of Directors approved a fourth quarter 2008 dividend of $0.135 per share on PepsiAmericas common stock. The dividend is payable January 2, 2009 to shareholders of record on December 15, 2008...
FansEdge.com Going Global
PLANTATION, Fla. and NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Dreams, Inc. (AMEX:DRJ), a vertically integrated leader in the licensed sports products industry, has begun shipping its vast array of products internationally through its www.FansEdge.com site. "Our development team put in a large...
It's Academic Opens Asia Headquarters to Handle All Direct Import Business
NORTHBROOK, Ill.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - It's Academic of Illinois Inc, DBA It's Academic, the innovative, international school and home office products company, today announced it has taken a major step to expand its global market presence by opening an Asia headquarters under the name...
Breathing Color Passes Archival Testing with International Fine Art Trade Guild
ORANGE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Following testing and approval by the International Fine Art Trade Guild, Breathing Color, Inc. has issued Archival Quality Certificates for three award-winning products it designs for the fine art and photography markets. The certificates, which...
Fred's to Present at the William Blair & Company Small-Cap Growth Stock Conference
MEMPHIS, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Fred's, Inc. (NASDAQ:FRED) today announced that the Company will participate in the William Blair & Company Small-Cap Growth Stock Conference, which takes place in New York on October 7. The investor presentation by Fred's management is...
2009 U.S. Appliance/TV/Electronics Stores Industry Report Contains Timely and Accurate Industry Statistics, Forecasts and Demographics
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets - Gas ranges Sewing machines - Electric household appliances - Stoves, household, nec - Air conditioning room units, self-contained - Suntanning equipment and supplies - Electric household appliances, major - Kerosene heaters...
Bebida Beverage Signs Sponsorship Agreement with MMA Fighter Dan 'The Outlaw' Hardy
LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Bebida Beverage Company, currently operating as Renovo Holdings (Pink Sheets:RNVO), announced today that the company has signed a sponsorship agreement with professional athlete and MMA fighter Dan 'The Outlaw' Hardy for the company's new product Piranha...
Colgate Declares Regular Quarterly Dividends
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Regulatory News: The Board of Directors of Colgate-Palmolive Company (NYSE:CL) today declared quarterly cash dividends of $.40 per common share, payable on November 14, 2008, to shareholders of record on October 24, 2008. The Company has paid...
Bella Sara(TM) Trading Cards and Online Site Celebrate the Arrival of New Baby Bella Series
SEATTLE-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Just like all expectant mothers, the mares of North of North eagerly await the arrival of their new foals. On October 7, the magical world of Bella Sara horses will expand with the debut of Baby Bella — new trading cards featuring the babies of the...
Convenience Financial Strategy Group (CFSG) partners with Cybera
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. & NASHVILLE, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Convenience Financial Strategy Group (CFSG) today announced a partnership with Cybera, a leading MPLS-based managed service provider, to become the newest member in Cybera's growing channel partner program. The partnership...
Modern Materials Handling Study Names Top Lift Truck Manufacturers
WALTHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Modern Materials Handling (www.mmh.com), a leading trade publication for the manufacturing and distribution industry, announces its first ever "Lift Truck Customer Satisfaction Study," a comprehensive research project designed to gauge user...
The Right to Vote: Joe's Crab Shack Offers Consumers Alternative Candidate for This Year's Election
HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - In a heated presidential campaign, Joe's Crab Shack is giving voters the right to choose beyond a donkey or an elephant, with the option to vote for a crab. Starting September 29, Joe's is asking diners to mark the ballot for their favorite crab - Snow or...
San Francisco Bar Pilot to Assist Maneuvering of Maltese Falcon
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Captain Peter Fuller, a member of the San Francisco Bar Pilots, will be on the bridge this weekend of the Maltese Falcon, assisting the 289-foot ship make its way around San Francisco Bay as part of the Leukemia Cup Regatta. Captain Fuller's time and...
Coca-Cola North America Launches Fourth Installment of Its Highly Successful Telenovela Club Promotion
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Ay Gaviota! Coca-Cola North America is extending the red carpet to allow fans of the telenovela "Destilando Amor" to relive the passion of 'Rodrigo' and 'Gaviota' through the Coca-Cola Telenovela Club. The fourth installment of the Coca-Cola Telenovela...
PROS Europe Price Optimization Forum a Success: Record Number of Pricing & Revenue Optimization Executives Participate
FRANKFURT & HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - PROS, a world leader in pricing and revenue optimization science and software, today announced record participation at the PROS Europe Pricing & Revenue Optimization Forum - 2008. The unmatched level of interest and participation of...
CORRECTING and REPLACING RND Consulting Introduces Unique Inventory Solution Designed for Small to Medium Businesses
LANCASTER, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - URL in last graph of release should read: www.SureCountInventory.com (sted: www.SureCountyInventory.com) The corrected release reads: RND CONSULTING INTRODUCES UNIQUE INVENTORY SOLUTION DESIGNED FOR SMALL TO MEDIUM BUSINESSES New Hosted Inventory...
CORRECTING and REPLACING Statement from Joseph Phelps Vineyards Counsel Ed Rosenfeld
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Please replace the release dated October 1, 2008 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The corrected release reads: STATEMENT FROM JOSEPH PHELPS VINEYARDS COUNSEL ED ROSENFELD The following is a statement issued by Ed...
PanGenex (PGXC) Provides Product Update on LIPIDEME(TM)
TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - In June, 2008, PanGenex Corporation (Pink Sheets:PGXC) formally introduced LIPIDEME(TM), the all-natural product formulated to address cardiovascular health by having a positive impact on blood lipids. LIPIDEME, made from scientifically proven...
Radiant Systems and Gilbarco Veeder-Root Announce Integration of Radiant POS with Gilbarco FlexPay(TM) Outdoor Payment Terminal
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Radiant Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: RADS) announced today that the company has signed an agreement with Gilbarco Veeder-Root., a leading global supplier of fuel-dispensing systems, to integrate Radiant Point of Sale with the Gilbarco FlexPay outdoor payment...
Tukaiz Announces the Opening of West Coast Facility
FRANKLIN PARK, Ill.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Tukaiz, a leading provider of results-driven marketing communications services, today announced the expansion of its Franklin Park, IL company with the opening of Tukaiz West in Irvine, CA. The new facility will address the growing market...
Passion + Dedication + Stewardship = Willamette Valley Vineyards
TURNER, Ore.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Harvest began yesterday marking the 25th Anniversary of Willamette Valley Vineyards when founding winegrower Jim Bernau began his then, small vineyard. Rooted in his development is a deep appreciation for protecting the land. Founder Jim Bernau realized...
Outdoor Enthusiasts Look to October to Save America's Trails
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Nature Valley(R) and American Hiking Society are pleased to announce 20 nonprofit organizations around the country have been named finalists for Save the Trails(TM) funding. Save the Trails, in cooperation with the American Hiking Society National Trails...
Mattel to Webcast 2008 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Mattel, Inc. (NYSE:MAT) today announced that it will webcast its quarterly conference call on Monday, October 20, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. Eastern time (5:00 a.m. Pacific time). Led by the company's chairman and chief executive officer, Robert A. Eckert...
Skins Announces New Trade Credit Facility
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Skins Inc. (SKNN), a developer of revolutionary, patented, two-part interchangeable footwear, today announced that the company has secured a trade finance facility with Ashford Finance, that will enable it to build and take receipt of inventory for the...
Three Alarm Cellars Salutes the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
WINDSOR, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - California Wine Creations, Inc., producer of Three Alarm Cellars wine, is proud to help the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) spread their annual safety message for the second year in a row. This October, Three Alarm Cellars and the NFPA...
Kohl's and Curious George(R) Go Bananas to Help Kids!
MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Kohl's Corporation (NYSE:KSS) and Curious George(R) are monkeying around and helping kids this fall. For a limited time, Kohl's is offering exclusive editions of "Curious George at the Aquarium," "Curious George and the Firefighters...
RatePoint Co-Founder to Speak About Online Reputation at Online Marketing World
NEEDHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - RatePoint, the leading provider of customer feedback and online reputation management services, announces that Christopher Bailey, RatePoint co-founder and executive vice president of business development, will be featured on a panel discussion...
Washington Restaurant Association Expresses Concern About Minimum Wage Hike During Economic Slump
OLYMPIA, Wash.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - The Washington Restaurant Association reacted today to the state's Department of Labor & Industries' announcement of a 5.9 percent minimum wage increase, effective Jan. 1, 2009. The hike comes at a time when the restaurant industry already is...
Wingstop Soars with 21 Consecutive Quarters of Comp Store Sales Increases
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Wingstop President and CEO James A. Flynn announced today that for the 21st consecutive quarter comp store sales have increased. The successive increase for the third quarter of 2008 was 6.4 percent, and the first three quarters combined is up 7.4 percent...
I Power and US Innovations Complete Feasibility Demonstration of Engine Operation on Pyrolytic Generated Hydrocarbon Gas for Energy
ANDERSON, Ind.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - I Power Energy Systems and US Innovation Group announced the successful demonstration and operation of a modified internal combustion engine powered by gaseous hydrocarbons generated from waste material using a pyrolytic thermal conversion process...
Mockingbird Properties Announces New Mixed-Use Project in Dallas Medical District
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Mockingbird Properties, a real estate investment company specializing in the acquisition and development of commercial and residential real estate properties, today announced that the company has secured the necessary property and approvals to start...
Ohio Grocery Workers Decry McCain "Health Tax"
COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Alarmed by the potentially devastating effects of a proposal to establish new taxes on employer-provided health benefits during an economic crisis, members of United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 1059 appeared at the Ohio Statehouse in...
Fiber Meets Light and Fluffy
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - With nine out of 10 Americans falling shy of the recommended amount of fiber in their daily diet(a), it is time to mix up the morning routine - literally. This fall, the new Fiber One(TM) Complete Pancake Mix will not only deliver five grams of fiber per...
DeVry University Students Form Studio and Publish Video Game -- All Before Graduating!
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - The video game industry is notorious for being tough to break into as a new career. So, three students enrolled in DeVry University's Game and Simulation Programming (GSP) bachelor's degree program decided they'd bypass merely working for a game studio...
Back in Black - Redhook Double Black Stout Returns for a Limited Time
WOODINVILLE, Wash.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - After hearing numerous requests from craft beer drinkers across the country, Redhook Ale Brewery (Nasdaq:HOOK) will reintroduce the cult classic craft brew Double Black Stout for a limited time. Originally created by the brewery in 1995, Redhook...
Concerns About Economy Hit All-Time High According to the American Express(R) OPEN Small Business Monitor
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - One third of small business owners report the uncertain economy as the biggest challenge they face growing their businesses, the largest number in the seven-year history of the American Express OPEN(R) Small Business Monitor, a semi-annual survey of...
Cider/Perry in the US Identifies the Leading Companies, the Leading Brands and Offers Strategic Analysis of Key Factors Influencing the Market
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Cider/Perry in the US" report to their offering. This Cider/Perry in the US market report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the...
Nielsen: Huge Growth Opportunities for Private Label in Convenience Stores
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Private label products, or store brands, are growing faster in convenience stores compared to other stores and represent a tremendous growth opportunity for the convenience channel, according to new research by The Nielsen Company. A leader in...
Research and Markets: A Market Analysis of the Bath and Shower Products in China Industry - Examine Leading Companies, Forecasts & Current Trends
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets Ltd - Shanghai Jahwa United Co Ltd - Unilever China Ltd For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/331d31/bath_and_shower_pr. Source: Euromonitor International
FirstDIBZ Announces BCS National Championship and All-Access Bowls
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Online forward market pioneer FirstDIBZ today announced its BCS National Championship and BCS All-Access Bowl markets. College football fans can purchase "DIBZ" for their team through the FirstDIBZ exchange and guarantee themselves the opportunity to receive...
Pactiv To Hold Conference Call To Discuss Third Quarter 2008 Earnings
LAKE FOREST, Ill.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Pactiv Corporation (NYSE: PTV) will hold a conference call on October 22, 2008, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time to discuss third quarter 2008 financial results. An earnings release will be issued October 21 after the NYSE close. For listen-only access to...
Research and Markets: Burt's Bees Case Study: Retaining Brand Values In Natural Personal Care Following Acquisition
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Burt's Bees Case Study: Retaining Brand Values In Natural Personal Care Following Acquisition" report to their offering. Introduction This report on Burt's Bees forms part of Datamonitor's...
BUSINESS WIRE Signs Partnership Agreement With CARTES & IDentification 2008
PARIS-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - The signature of a partnership agreement has been announced between Business Wire, world leader in professional information distribution, and Cartes & IDentification, the world's leading event for digital security and intelligent technology...
NCR's New POS Workstation Delivers "Extreme Retail Technology"
DAYTON, Ohio-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Today's high-speed retail environment just got another boost. NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) today announced the launch of its latest point-of-sale (POS) workstation, the NCR RealPOS(TM) 70XRT. Featuring advanced Intel(R) technology, the solution is...
Research and Markets: A Comprehensive Industry Guide to the Milk Market in Ireland - Gain an Insight into Key Trends, the Competitive Landscape and Leading Companies
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets and includes any applicable taxes. Any currency conversions used in the creation of this report have been calculated using constant 2006 annual average exchange rates. For the purpose of this report the Americas comprise Brazil...
Bratz Inspires a Passion for Family, Music and Fashion this Holiday Season
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - The Bratz(TM) are ready to take the holiday season by storm with a full range of products that are sure to spark girls' imaginations and their passion for creativity and individuality. The new Bratz World(TM) line allows girls to create a home for...
Calvin Klein, Inc. Announces Launch of Calvin Klein Home Furniture Lines
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Calvin Klein, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: PVH), today announced that the Calvin Klein Home division will introduce two designer furniture lines this spring - 'Calvin Klein' and 'The curator collection by...
McCormick & Company to Make Presentation at Wachovia Consumer Growth Conference
SPARKS, Md.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE: MKC) will be presenting at the Wachovia Consumer Growth Conference at 11:45 a.m. ET, on October 15, in New York, NY. Representing McCormick will be Alan Wilson, President & CEO and Gordon Stetz...
McCormick & Schmick's Bar Menu Provides Value in Tough Times
PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - With consumers' budgets strained from high gas prices and a weakened economy, many feel that they must make sacrifices because the costs are too high. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants is welcoming cash-concerned consumers with open arms...
American Eagle Outfitters(R) and Jumpstart Host Third Annual Shared Reading Event in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE:AEO) is once again joining Jumpstart's Read for the Record, a national campaign to engage hundreds of thousands of children and adults in an effort to break the world record for the most children reading the same book...
Scheels Calls on PlayNetwork to Create Integrated Media Experience Worthy of the World's Largest All-Sports Superstore
REDMOND, Wash.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - PlayNetwork, a global leader in providing integrated media experiences for businesses, today announced that Scheels, experts in "all-sports superstore" retailing, leveraged the company to provide custom music, digital signage and systems integration...
Over 400 Southern California Manufacturers Increase Competitiveness
TORRANCE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - In a survey between June 2007 and May 2008, an independent 3rd party reported that 85% of the 500 manufacturers that received consulting services in Southern California, under the federal Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program, stated...
Weston Gallery's 5 Second Slide & Store(TM), All-In-One Frame Launches in All Major Retailers - Go to www.5Second.com for Locations
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Weston Gallery, the leading frame supplier to the retail industry, announced today the launch in all major retailers of their new frame in all major retailers, the patented design 5 Second Slide & Store(TM), to be the industry's first fool proof frame...
JCPenney Teams with U.S. Department of Energy to Adopt Energy-Efficient Building Technologies
PLANO, Texas-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Recognizing J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE:JCP) for its long-term commitment to energy efficiency, the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) National Energy Technology Laboratory has selected the Company to join in its effort to encourage adoption of...
Meet Internationally Bestselling Author Alaa Al Aswany and Singer-Songwriter Rachael Yamagata ''Upstairs at the Square'' on Thursday, October 16, at the Union Square Barnes & Noble
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the world's largest bookseller, today announced the next event in its buzzed-about series, "Upstairs at the Square," held at the Union Square Barnes & Noble in Manhattan (33 East 17th Street at Union Square). On...
RedPrairie Performance Management (RPM) introduced in Southeast Asia
MILWAUKEE-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - RedPrairie Corporation, a consumer-driven optimization company, announced today that it has expanded its North American business intelligence (BI) tool, Performance Management, into Southeast Asia. PTT Retail Management - formerly known as Conoco...
Fuelcast and Bhootan Merge to Form Outcast - New Digital Out of Home Platform Reaches On-the-Go Consumers at Multiple Touch Points Throughout the Day
SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Fuelcast, the most measurable at-the-pump digital network, and Bhootan, a leading digital out of home media company in the retail sector, announced today their merger to form Outcast (www.Outcast.net) - the first digital out of home company to...
Americans Prefer Originals over Contemporary
GOLDEN, Colo.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - From cars to movies, the originals really do remain timeless according to a recent Coors Banquet survey(1) conducted by Harris Interactive(R). The survey polled adult men and women ages 21 and older nationwide and found that the majority of adults...
Walgreens September Sales Increase 10.0 Percent
DEERFIELD, Ill.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Walgreens (NYSE: WAG)(NASDAQ: WAG) had September sales of $4,854,000,000, an increase of 10.0 percent from $4,410,987,000 for the same month in 2007. Sales in comparable stores (those open at least a year) rose 4.7 percent, while comparable store...
Rite Aid September Same Store Sales Increase 1.7 Percent
CAMP HILL, Pa.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD) today announced sales results for September. Monthly Sales For the four weeks ended September 27, 2008, same store sales increased 1.7 percent over the prior-year period. Front-end same store sales were up 3.4...
Stuff This Season's Stocking With the Gift of Skinny
WOODSIDE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - This holiday season, give the gift that not only entertains, but may change someone's life, too. Yes, it's a bold claim, but SKINNYSONGS, the first-ever pop music CD designed for weight loss motivation, is just that...and creator Heidi Roizen has...
BURGER KING(R) Restaurants Now Using Trans Fat Free Cooking Oils as Part of BK Positive Steps(SM) Nutrition Program
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Burger King Corp. (NYSE:BKC) announced today that all BURGER KING(R) restaurants nationwide are now cooking with trans fat free cooking oils. Furthermore, by Nov. 1, 2008, all BURGER KING(R) menu ingredients will contain zero grams artificial trans fat...
Marketing Research Consultants Names Toshiba America Business Solutions Inc. as Manufacturer of the Year for Second Year in a Row
IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Toshiba America Business Solutions Inc. (TABS) today proudly announced it has once again earned the "Manufacturer of the Year" title, as named by Marketing Research Consultants Inc. (MRC), a Hamburg, New Jersey-based consulting firm. Based on...
Charles & Colvard Announces Corporate Reorganization
MORRISVILLE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Charles & Colvard, Ltd., (NASDAQ: CTHR), the sole source of moissanite, a created jewel for use in fine jewelry, announced a reorganization of its corporate structure in a continuing effort to manage costs and return the Company to...
Papa John's Launches Redesigned Web Site to Create Easier Navigation and Ordering Experience
LOUISVILLE, Ky.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Once again, Papa John's pizza is proving its technology leadership in the industry, this time through its newly redesigned Web site. The new www.papajohns.com site, launched today, offers a fresh look and feel; a clean, less cluttered layout; and...
Research and Markets: Hardee's Benchmark Analysis Provides Readers with Unique Data and Insight into a Premium Positioned QSR Chain
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets while figuring out how to speed-up the reimaging of its outdated plant. Not to mention, management still has to prop-up a very low AUV perhaps by convincing franchisees about the merit of a Red Burrito co-brand or otherwise...
Patriot Capital Funding Closes a $21.0 Million "One-Stop" Financing, Including an Equity Co-Investment, in Support of the Recapitalization of Boxercraft Incorporated by River Associates Investments, LLC and Management
WESTPORT, Conn.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Patriot Capital Funding, Inc. (NasdaqGS: PCAP), a specialty finance company providing flexible financing solutions to small- to mid-sized companies primarily in transactions initiated by private equity sponsors, today announced that it closed a $21.0...
Examine Baby Care in China with this Comprehensive Report
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets LTD -SHANGHAI JAHWA UNITED CO LTD -UNILEVER CHINA LTD For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f3bd0a/baby_care_in_china Source: Euromonitor International
China Sourcing Report 2008: Denim Garments - There Are More Than 9,000 Suppliers in the Line, About One-Third of Which Are Trading Companies
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "China Sourcing Reports: Denim Garments" report to their offering. The world's largest exporter of denim garments, China accounts for about 50 percent of global supply. The country's 9,000...
KP Public Affairs, California's Leading Government Relations Firm, Announces Formation of Green Chemistry Practice
SACRAMENTO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - KP Public Affairs, California's largest lobbying and consulting firm, announces the formation of a new Green Chemistry practice to focus on California's newly created, first-in-the-nation Green Chemistry program. Two bills, SB 509 (Simitian) and...
An Essential Industry Profile of the Tobacco Market in Australia, With Five Year Forecasts, Leading Company Profiles and a Detailed Market Overview
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 2, 2008 - Research and Markets and includes all taxes and levies. All currency conversions in the report are calculated at 2006 annual average exchange rates. For the purpose of this report Asia-Pacific comprises Australia, China, Japan, India, Singapore...
Target Offers Great Prices on Holiday Toys
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - As part of its ongoing commitment to provide its guests with exceptional value, Target (NYSE:TGT) will continue to shop all toys at competitors' stores through the fall to ensure it has the best prices on the most-wanted items, including popular toys for...
The Principal Charity Classic Awards $605,000 to Local Charities
DES MOINES, Iowa-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Representatives of The Principal Charity Classic today announced the 2008 tournament raised $605,000 to benefit area children's charities. The Champions Tour tournament was held at Glen Oaks Country Club in West Des Moines on May 28 - June 1. The...
Judge Awards Damages to Former Joseph Phelps Vineyards CEO, Winemaker
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - As part of a binding arbitration, a judge has sided with former Joseph Phelps Vineyards CEO Thomas Shelton and renowned Napa Valley winemaker Craig Williams in their request to be fairly compensated for their 40 percent stake in the famed Napa Valley...
RBID.Com Inc. Business Affiliate, Leverage Inc., Announces Appointment of New Vice President, Technology
NEWPORT BEACH & SANTA ANA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - RBID.Com Inc.'s new business affiliate, Leverage Inc., today announced the appointment of Mr. Gregory Bouras, Vice President, Technology, in preparation for new technological developments planned for the 2008 Holiday season...
Gap Inc. Announces Dividend
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today announced that its board of directors voted a quarterly dividend of $0.085 per share payable on October 28, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 14, 2008.
Laserworx Custom Laser Engraving Launches New Website Through Media Fusion Technologies
BOYERTOWN, Pa.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Laserworx, a custom laser-engraving store in Pottstown, recently contracted with Media Fusion Technologies, Inc (MFT) to develop an eCommerce website that is as cutting edge as the rewarding services that Laserworx provides. Laserworx provides...
Nike Names Kris Aman Vice President and GM of Men's Athletic Training
BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) today announced the appointment of Nike veteran Kris Aman as Vice President and GM of Men's Athletic Training. Aman will lead an integrated consumer-oriented focus across footwear, apparel and equipment for Men's Athletic...
NRF Urges Senate to Pass Economic Rescue Package
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - The National Retail Federation urged the Senate to pass legislation scheduled for a vote this evening that would provide relief from the current financial crisis. The passage of this key vote, quickly and without partisanship, is important as it addresses...
HAVE IT YOUR WAY(R) Foundation Raises Funds to Support Scholarships
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - The Have It Your Way Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of the BURGER KING(R) brand, announced today the launch of its annual Fall Fundraiser, the largest in-restaurant promotion hosted by the Foundation in support of the BURGER KING(R) Scholars Program...
Ohio Food and Commercial Workers to Shine a Light on McCain "Health Tax"
COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Alarmed by the potentially devastating effects of a proposal to establish new taxes on employer-provided health benefits during an economic crisis, members of United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 1059 will appear at the Ohio Statehouse in...
Advanced ID Anticipates 400% Increase in 4th Quarter Revenue with Acquisition of Shenzhen DDCT Technology Co.
CALGARY, Alberta-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Advanced ID Corporation (OTCBB: AIDO), a leading developer of radio frequency identification ("RFID") technology for livestock tracking, pet recovery and supply chain applications focusing on the tire management industry, is pleased to announce...
Synergy Brands Announces Plan to Trade on OTCQX Market
SYOSSET, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Synergy Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ:SYBR): Synergy Brands today announced that the Board has approved a relocation from Nasdaq to the OTCQX tier market and the deregistration of Synergy Brands. The Company plans to list its stock on the OTCQX market subject...
Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen Welcomes Brandon Silveria to Encourage Students to "Make the Right Choice"
BROOKFIELD, Wis.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen and The Century Council partnered today to bring a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Brookfield Central High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke...
Telular Announces Strategic Acquisition of SupplyNet Communications- Leading WirelessTank Monitoring Provider
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Telular Corporation (NASDAQ: WRLS), the leader in alarm and event monitoring solutions and services, today completed the acquisition of SupplyNet Communications, a leading supplier of wireless tank-level monitoring services. Additionally, Telular announced...
Knoll, Inc. to Announce Third Quarter 2008 Results
EAST GREENVILLE, Pa.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Knoll, Inc. (NYSE:KNL), a leading designer and manufacturer of branded furniture and textiles recognized for innovation, modern design and environmental sustainability, today announced that it plans to report financial results for the third...
Waste Management Picking Up Where Oaklanders Leave Off
OAKLAND, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - When Waste Management of Alameda County (WMAC) began formulating plans for a community project that would benefit Alameda County, they didn't have to veer far from their area of expertise for inspiration. "You might say we're moving up a couple of...
Assess Buyer Power with Canned Food in the United States Report
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Research and Markets and includes any applicable taxes. Any currency conversions used in the creation of this report have been calculated using constant 2006 annual average exchange rates. For the purpose of this report the Americas comprises...
The Children's Place Retail Stores, Inc. to Broadcast Review of September Sales
SECAUCUS, N.J.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - The Children's Place Retail Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLCE) today announced that in conjunction with its September sales release, you are invited to listen to the Company's pre-recorded monthly sales call on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, beginning at 7:30...
imeem Launches Site Redesign and Introduces New Social Recommendation and Discovery Features
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - imeem (www.imeem.com), the world's largest social media network, is releasing a new layout and new features that make it even easier for people to discover and enjoy more music and entertainment. imeem will begin to roll out the new design. The new...
Research and Markets: A Comprehensive Report on the Confectionery Market in Canada - Examine Forecasts to 2012, Leading Brands and Key Trends
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Research and Markets products helped to counterbalance the weak sales of standard staples. New products and acquisitions open opportunities in faster growth categories The Canadian packaged food industry is highly developed, with foreign-based and...
The Coca-Cola Company Announces Timing of Earnings Release and Investor Conference Call
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - The Coca-Cola Company will release third quarter and year-to-date 2008 financial results on Wednesday, October 15, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. (EDT), on October 15. The Company invites...
Digital River to Exhibit at the Tokyo Game Show 2008
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Digital River, Inc. (NASDAQ:DRIV), a leading provider of global e-commerce solutions, announced that the company will exhibit at the Tokyo Game Show 2008. The event is being held Oct. 9-12, 2008, at the Makuhari Messe in Tokyo, Japan. Digital River's...
Initiate Systems Announces Winners of 2nd Annual Innovation Awards
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Initiate Systems, Inc., a leader in master data management (MDM) solutions, announced today that four of its customers have been honored with Innovation Awards during the company's annual user conference, Initiate Exchange. The four organizations...
Toy Industry Leader Patrick Feely Joins Sprig Toys Board of Directors
FORT COLLINS, Colo.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Eco-innovator Sprig Toys, Inc. announced today that Patrick Feely, 35-year toy industry veteran and former president and CEO of Radica Games Limited, has become a member of the Sprig Toys board of directors. "Pat's resume speaks for itself," said...
Touchstone Crystal Transitions to Fully Finished Crystallized(TM) Jewelry
CRANSTON, R.I.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Touchstone Crystal announces an official transition to fully finished jewelry made with Crystallized(TM) - Swarovski Elements. Previously, Touchstone Crystal, a direct selling jewelry company and member of the Swarovski Group, had been operating in...
Clorox Earns Third Consecutive Top Rating on Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index
OAKLAND, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - The Clorox Company (NYSE:CLX) has, for a third year, earned the top rating of 100 percent on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index. The index, which was published in early September, is a nationally recognized measure of gay...
Orange 21 Inc. Announces New CEO and Strategic Review
CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Orange 21 Inc. (NASDAQ:ORNG), a leading developer of brands that produce premium products for the action sports and youth lifestyle markets, announced today that Mark Simo has resigned as Chief Executive Officer effective as of September 29, 2008...
Research and Markets: Tyson Foods, Inc. Is the Leading Company Operating In New Zealand's Chilled Food Market Today
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Chilled Food in New Zealand to 2011" report to their offering. This databook is a detailed information resource covering all the key data points on Chilled Food in New Zealand. It includes...
Exclusive Offering of 1-800ForSale - The Most Influential and Unique 1-800 Brand Available - At Ocean Tomo's October 30th Auction in Chicago
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Ocean Tomo Auctions, LLC today announced that it will exclusively offer the 1800ForSale Brand Lot at its upcoming Fall 2008 Live IP Auction at the Chicago Cultural Center on October 30th. Lot 47k includes the 1800ForSale.com domain, multiple related domains...
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Ookisa(TM) Unveils Revolutionary Integrated Hair Thickening Systeme
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - OOKISA, LLC announced today the launch of the exclusive, new OOKISA Hair Thickening Systeme, an innovative and complete approach to hair health and beauty formulated specifically to increase hair volume and dimension while addressing the issue of weak...
Generation Y Contestants Get Closer to Becoming Cold Stone Creamery's iMix America Winner
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Generation Y has proven its imaginative talent and savvy networking skills in the first round of Cold Stone Creamery's interactive iMix America Contest. Hundreds of creative ice cream Creations were shared and promoted through social networking...
"Era of Excess in Car Sales Is Over," Says SuperCarDirect.com Founder In Announcing Free Listings Stimulus Plan
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - "Corporate greed has kept fees for car classifieds websites too high for too long," says John Sweeney. "It's time to help the average citizen who is trying to buy or sell a used car or truck and that's what our special stimulus plan is designed to do...
AmeriGas Acquires Assets of Penn Fuel Propane
VALLEY FORGE, Pa.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - AmeriGas Partners, L.P. (NYSE:APU), announced that its operating partnership has acquired the assets of Penn Fuel Propane, LLC from an affiliate. Penn Fuel delivered approximately 15 million gallons of propane annually to 33,000 customers primarily...
Rite Aid Celebrates Its Pharmacists with 5th Annual Vote for Your Favorite Pharmacist Contest During American Pharmacists Month
CAMP HILL, Pa.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - To celebrate American Pharmacists Month in October, Rite Aid is asking patients to vote for their Favorite Pharmacist by sharing stories of extraordinary service and telling what makes their pharmacist special. The program, now in its fifth year, is...
No Credit Crunch at LeaseCompare.com, Where Auto Leasing and Financing are Still Strong
CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - LeaseCompare.com, the leader in online direct-to-consumer auto leasing and financing, today announced that it has the financial resources to provide loans and leases for consumers and businesses. "Many consumers are concerned they may not be able to lease...
Red Oak Industries Helps Indiana Print "Green"
INDIANAPOLIS & COLUMBUS, Ind.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Red Oak Industries today announced that it is offering SoyPrint, the first laser printer cartridges using toner powder derived from soybeans. An environmental breakthrough in printing for offices, schools, and colleges, Red Oak...
Mattel and Fisher-Price(R) Named to Time to Play's "Most Wanted" Holiday List
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Mattel, Inc. (NYSE: MAT) and its Fisher-Price(R) division made headlines today at the Time to Play(TM) press conference held in New York City, announcing Elmo Live, Laugh & Learn(TM) Smart Bounce & Spin Pony(TM) and Hot Wheels(R) Turbo Driver(TM...
Pancho Campo Becomes First Spanish Master of Wine
MADRID, Spain-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Pancho Campo, president and founder of The Wine Academy of Spain, passed the three-part examination administered by the Institute of Masters of Wine becoming the first Spanish Master of Wine (MW). As a new MW, Campo joins an elite group of less than...
Sonic Responds to Remarks about the Company's Franchisees
OKLAHOMA CITY-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ:SONC) today responded to remarks in the press yesterday concerning the company's franchisees, who were used to illustrate the problems of a tightening credit market. As the company pointed out last week in clarifying a national news...
The Total UK Retail Market for Household Appliances (White Goods) Was Valued At GBP 3.33bn in 2007, Representing A 2.9% Increase On 2003
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Research and Markets Ltd *T For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/0cd348/household_applianc
Tesoro Corporation to Release Third Quarter Results
SAN ANTONIO-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Tesoro Corporation (NYSE:TSO) announced today that it will release earnings for the third quarter of 2008 on Wednesday evening, October 29, 2008. The Company will broadcast, live, its conference call with analysts regarding third quarter 2008 results and...
Leading Provider of Customizable Nutrition Bars Launches You Shakes(TM)
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - You Bar(R), the company that created a new niche product in the ever-growing health and fitness category with customizable nutrition bars, is extending its product offering with You Shake(TM), made-to-order protein shakes. You Shake follows the You Bar...
The UK Retail Sales Value of Greetings Cards Increased In 2007, Despite the Maturity of the Sector
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Research and Markets , it has been suggested that the increasing cost of production there may persuade publishers to move their operations elsewhere — perhaps even back to the UK, as the publisher Lello has done. At the moment, the PRC and Hong...
Concluding a 30-year Career, Shirlene Lopez, President and COO, Announces Plans to Leave Del Taco LLC
LAKE FOREST, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Today, Del Taco announced that Shirlene Lopez, president and chief operating officer, plans to leave Del Taco later this year. Lopez's 30 year career with Del Taco has been marked with tremendous accomplishment. Saying the time has come to...
Restaurants Should Go Green to Save Money and Attract Customers, Says Green Architect Marc Geftman of TurnKey Concepts
LAKE WORTH, Fla.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Sustainable restaurant design - what is it and why should consumers and restaurateurs take a serious look? South Florida-based architect and designer Marc Geftman of TurnKey Concepts says, "Going green saves energy, money and the planet." Geftman...
Beer Held A 44% Share of All UK Spending On Alcohol as At 2007, and It Will Always Remain a Substantial Market
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Research and Markets Ltd - inbev UK Ltd - Marston's Plc - Scottish & Newcastle Ltd - Wells & young's brewing company Ltd For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/d12622/breweries_the_be
Bill Me Later Launches Nationwide Contest to Revamp Man Caves
TIMONIUM, Md.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Turn on the game, open a cold one and channel your inner caveman for the Bill Me Later "Win a Man Cave" Contest. From the comfort of a leather recliner in Timonium, Md., the next-generation payment and marketing solution company announced today the...
Tandy Brands Names McGeachy President and Chief Executive Officer
ARLINGTON, Texas-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - Tandy Brands Accessories, Inc. (Nasdaq GM:TBAC) today announced that it has named Mr. N. Roderick (Rod) McGeachy, III, as its president and chief executive officer, effective October 1, 2008. Mr. J.S.B. Jenkins will continue as Chairman of the...
E for All 2008 Exhibitor Profiles
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - E for All 2008 takes place October 03, 2008 - October 05, 2008 in Los Angeles at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Listed below are the E for All 2008 exhibitor profiles. For in-depth information about E for All 2008, visit http://www.eforallexpo.com...
Save the Date: Second Annual Direct to Consumer Symposium Scheduled for Tuesday, February 24, 2009
NAPA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-October 1, 2008 - The Direct to Consumer Symposium, the wine industry's comprehensive summit on direct marketing and sales, is scheduled for Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at The Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa Valley. The event is presented by Coalition for Free Trade and...
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