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2M Payment Solutions Focuses on Providing Services to High Risk E-Commerce Merchants

2M Payment Solutions through its MobiusPay platform announces today that it is building unique programs for Merchants in troubled industry verticals. - July 25, 2010 - 2M Payment Solutions

RubbingNickel.com's Super Saver

RubbingNickels.com's co-Founder, Julie Arnheim, selected as one of Money Magazine's Super Savers. - July 25, 2010 - Rubbing Nickels, Inc.

NAWBO San Diego August Seminar Focuses on Image

Katy Goshtasbi of Puris Image & Style will present NAWBO San Diego's August seminar, "What Is Your Image Saying About You?" on Friday the 13th. For more information, visit nawbo-sd.org. - July 25, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego

Sixty Savvy Tips Given to Overcome UNDERDOg Mentality in Guide Published by Gionic

Lamont Turner’s first book takes readers on a journey of self-discovery as he teaches them that, underdogs or not, they can create the option to guarantee victory. - July 25, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.

Television Newsroom Technology and Infrastructure Explored at AEJMC Conference

Advanced Systems Group, LLC hosts Television Newsroom of the Future presentations at the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) conference in Denver, Colorado. - July 25, 2010 - Advanced Systems Group, LLC

Michel Legrand & Friends 50 years of Music and Movies on DVD August 31

The 50th Anniversary Concert as Seen on Public Television Michel Legrand & Friends 50 years of Music and Movies On DVD August 31 Kultur announces the release of the star-studded Public Television special Michel Legrand & Friends on DVD August 31, 2010 for a suggested retail price of... - July 25, 2010 - Kultur International Films Ltd

Biometrics4all Introduces World’s Fastest 1,000ppi Fingerprint and Palmprint LiveScan System

Biometrics4ALL, Inc. introduced the world’s fastest 1,000ppi LiveScan system at the 2010 International Association of Identification (IAI) Annual Conference. - July 25, 2010 - Biometrics4ALL

The "Sexy Rasta" Gyptian is Back with New Album "Hold You" on VP Records

Gyptian is currently at the forefront of Reggae music. He gained popularity amongst Reggae fans with his previous releases. His new album Hold You represents his growth as an artist. - July 25, 2010 - VP Records/Greensleeves Records

Chili's Restaurant Fundraiser Provides New Shoes for Kids in Need

Chili's is proud to sponsor Barefoot Kids Foundation Night, Chili's will donate 15% of their sales to help local San Diego Kids in need of proper fitting footwear. July 29th, 2010 at eight (8) locations from 4pm to 10:30pm. You must print-out the flyer and present it at time of ordering. www.barefootkids.org/events.php. - July 25, 2010 - Barefoot Kids Foundation

Toll Brothers Introduces Five New Home Designs at Green Level Crossing Giving Buyers Options from the Low $400’s

Toll Brothers, the nation's leading builder of luxury homes and developer of fine communities across the Triangle region, is proud to introduce several new home models to the Woodlands and the Manor neighborhoods at Green Level Crossing. These new home gives buyers options from the low 400's in one of the Triangle's most sought out locations. - July 25, 2010 - Toll Brothers

PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. Sets Goal for Utilization of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms

PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. becomes a member of The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) as a Corporate Partner. - July 25, 2010 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms

Software Provider in Bid to Increase Financial Know-How

No-charge use of daily finance features will help users take control of their finances. - July 25, 2010 - InStep Computer Interfaces Ltd.

Bayshore Solutions Named Among Florida’s Top Businesses by Gulf Coast Review

Internet Marketing Tampa Firm has Ranked in the Top 500 Companies for the Gulf Coast of Florida. - July 25, 2010 - Bayshore Solutions

2010 Bowl to End Poverty: Richmonders Gear Up to Raise Funds Through Bowling

People Helping People Global (PHPG) is looking for event sponsors and participants for its 2010 Bowl to End Poverty. The event will take place on Thursday, August 12 from 5 to 7, Friday, August 13 from 5 to 7, and Saturday, August 14 from 2 to 4, at AMF Shrader Lanes, 8037 Shrader Rd. in Henrico... - July 25, 2010 - People Helping People Global

The Louisville Orchestra Brings LIFE to the IdeaFestival

The Louisville Orchestra Presents LIFE: A Journey Through Time A Brown-Forman L.O. WOW! Event Saturday, October 2, 2010 • 8:30pm • Whitney Hall On Saturday, October 2 at 8:30pm the Louisville Orchestra will perform LIFE: A Journey Through Time at Whitney Hall, an artistic collaboration... - July 25, 2010 - Louisville Orchestra

Bank of the West Sponsors Tennis Ball Recycling Program

How to participate: Bring old tennis balls to the Bank of the West Classic at the Taube Tennis Pavilion at Stanford University. When: July 26 – August 1 What to do: Recycle your used tennis balls at designated drop off spots adjacent to the Taube Tennis Pavilion. Bank of the West, title... - July 25, 2010 - Rebounces.com

Brett/Robinson Celebrates Construction of Phoenix West II

Brett/Robinson will host a third Phoenix Rising event on Saturday, August 7th from 3 to 7 P.M. to celebrate the construction of their newest Phoenix property, Phoenix West II in Orange Beach. Guests are invited to visit the site of the new resort and tour the building in its current stage of... - July 25, 2010 - Brett Robinson

Eden Autism 5K and Fun Run Sponsored by Munich Re Breaks Fundraising Record

The 7th Annual Eden Autism 5K and Fun Run sponsored by Munich Re took place on July 18, 2010 and broke the event's fundraising record by raising more than $80,000 in net proceeds. - July 25, 2010 - Eden Autism Services

Women: Get Set to Capitalize on the End of Men - Live Webinar Series for Female Entrepreneurs

The Atlantic recently declared the end of men. Join successful entrepreneurs Kim Kiyosaki and Kathy Heasley for their 5-part live video webcast series to learn how women can take advantage of this new era in business. - July 25, 2010 - HEASLEY&PARTNERS

The Fresh Convenience Foods Market is Forecasted to Grow 28% by 2014 to $29 Billion

This report examines both the myriad types of fresh convenience foods and the myriad retail channels through which they are obtained - July 25, 2010 - MarketResearch.com

MOTIF Modern Living / MotifFurniture.com Wins National Retail Prize

By unanimous vote of the judges, Austin based contemporary furniture retailer MOTIF Modern Living® (www.MotifFurniture.com) was the inaugural recipient of the ICON Honors for Innovation. MOTIF’s owners accepted the trophy last Saturday at a gala in downtown Atlanta. The ICON Honors are... - July 25, 2010 - MOTIF Modern Living

LiteTouch Announces New Digital News Portal

“The LiteTouch Journal” Accommodates Pace of New Product Launches, Technical Announcements, and Other Company News. - July 25, 2010 - LiteTouch

The Grauer School Appoints Clayton Payne Dean of Students

Dr. Stuart Grauer, Head of School at The Grauer School in Encinitas, announced the appointment of Clayton Payne to the position of Dean of Students. - July 25, 2010 - The Grauer School

Upcoming IT Webinar Discusses Successful Remote Infrastructure Management Services Outsourcing

CDM Media is pleased to announce the newest addition to their Webinar line-up. - July 25, 2010 - CDM Media

WLCVacations Promotes Family Cruises

WLCVacations is now offering a variety of family cruises. - July 25, 2010 - France Cruises, Inc.

National Healthcare Reform Conference™ Announces Esteemed List of Speakers

Healthcare Leaders, Insurance Brokers & Agents, High Ranking Consultants will all convene in Los Angeles September 20-22, 2010 to participate in one of the most talked about Conferences of the year. - July 25, 2010 - Healthcare Reform Conference

Executive Perils, Inc. Celebrates 10 Years

Los Angeles based wholesale insurance broker has delivered expertise and value-added service since 2000. Wholesale insurance broker, Executive Perils, Inc. (www.eperils.com), is celebrating its tenth anniversary. Since 2000, Executive Perils has earned industry recognition as a leader in management... - July 25, 2010 - Executive Perils, Inc.

Kevin Kelley to Speak at Entrepreneurial Insurance Symposium

Ironshore Chief Executive Will Profile Innovative Products and Strategies for Growth - July 25, 2010 - MarketScout Corporation

Family Service Kicks Off Operation Fill-A-Backpack Drive

Family Service invites the community to “Fill-A-Backpack” for a child or teen in need of support. The Operation Fill-A-Backpack drive will run August 1-31. A new backpack and school supplies will give a child hope and the confidence needed to start the school year off on the right foot. - July 25, 2010 - Family Service

Enable America Praises ADA Anniversary, Charts Course for the Future

Advocates for people with disabilities are honoring the 20th anniversary of the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA). Enable America is joining that celebration, and is using the occasion as inspiration for the work that will be needed over the next 20 years in furthering the rights of people with disabilities. - July 25, 2010 - Enable America

The Award-Winning Film "Underground" is Screening at the Action on Film International Film Festival 2010

Tread Softly Ink would like to announce the directorial debut from writer/director Wilbert Berthaud Jr., along with producer Jenny Lima of Teamwork Productions, now nominated for four awards at the Action On Film International Film Festival. - July 25, 2010 - Tread Softly Ink

Los Angeles Business Journal Recognizes Two CPEhr Employees as “Women Making a Difference”

Two CPEhr employees are recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 9th annual Women Making a Difference competition for the corporate and community contributions. - July 24, 2010 - CPE HR, Inc.

Auto Warranty Company US Direct Protect Has Officially Joined the VPA

Auto Warranty provider US Direct Protect has joined the VPA and has made it official Wednesday July 21st by mailing their auditing fee via certified mail. September 1st is the deadline for all Car Service Contract Brokers, Agents, Finance Companies, Fulfillment Companies, Administrators and... - July 24, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect

Exports of Lumber and Logs from New Zealand on Pace to Reach a Record in 2010, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly

Higher demand for forest products in China, South Korea and India is benefiting log and lumber exporters in New Zealand. The value of exported forest products have increased over 54% in 2010, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The strengthening export market has pushed domestic sawlog prices to their highest levels in eight years. - July 24, 2010 - Wood Resources International LLC

Corporate Web Design Firm Intrikit Web Works Changes Name to Stark Logic

Intrikit Web Works is a corporate web design company that has been in business for over 15 years. Today, they announced a new brand and name change to Stark Logic. - July 24, 2010 - Stark Logic

New Indian Express iPhone and iPad Version Released by Abhav LLC

Abhav LLC based in Cambridge, MA partnered with New Indian Express group to release the first official version of iPhone and iPad app for readers in and outside India. - July 24, 2010 - Abhav LLC

PCMSI Answering Service Teams Up with CCFA Take Steps Walk

To show its continuing support for the work of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Professional Communications Messaging Service, Inc. (PCMSI), a leader in the telephone answering service industry, will be participating again this year in the Take Steps, Be Heard walk at Presque Isle State Park in Erie. - July 24, 2010 - Professional Communications Messaging Service, Inc.

TiRings.com Offers Ethical Blood Diamond Alternative

As the blood diamond problem continues 10 years after the Kimberly Process was established, jewelers such as TiRings.com are starting to push alternatives like white sapphire in the hope of diminishing the human misery associated with the diamond trade. - July 24, 2010 - Titanium Rings Studio

The New Book, "My Crazy, Pregnant Wife" is Now Selling Online Detailing a Spin on Pregnancy for Dads and Moms Alike

Author Jeff Walter takes the reader down a road less travelled in the pregnancy stages of women, week by week over the course of 9 months. This pregnancy playbook for dads will keep the audience laughing as the reader learns what a "Preggo-Stat" can teach a husband about the weekly moodiness of his crazy pregnant wife. - July 24, 2010 - My Crazy, Pregnant Wife!

Telepictures Productions and Zooppa Give Viewers of "TMZ" a Chance to Go Hollywood

Zooppa Creative Community to Produce TV-ready Commercials as Part of an Eight Week Contest - July 24, 2010 - Zooppa

The T-Shirt Consulate / tshirtconsulate.com Launches August 1st

A new site featuring designer t-shirts and hard to find references to your favorite icons and tv shows launches August 1st, 2010. - July 24, 2010 - The T-Shirt Consulate

Rescott Marketing Introduces New Revolutionary Marketing Technology

Rescott has combined the popularity, power and features of the Rescott virtual book costing thousands of dollars and created a unique and revolutionary Business Identity Promotion package at a substantial savings. - July 24, 2010 - Rescott, LLC

New 230V Steam Cleaners Eradicate Drug-Resistant Germs

New KleenJet® series kills the most dangerous microbes, including drug-resistant MRSA. - July 24, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.

Sunset Recording Artist, Rachel Fine Will Perform This Weekend at the 2010 "Champions of Education" Benefit

Rachel Fine will perform at the VIP Dinner after the Polo match set up this weekend at the 2010 "Champions of Education" Benefit on the Hamptons, Long Island in New York to support the ongoing campaign for The MacDella Cooper Foundation (MCF). The very special event with (Rachel) Fine is... - July 24, 2010 - Sunset Corporation of America

KeepCalling Partners Up with Belgacom

Starting July KeepCalling has signed an agreement with Belgacom, a new terminating partner for Africa and Middle East. Belgacom has already connected all the traffic to KeepCalling's Number 1 destination, Kenya Mobile Safaricom. Safaricom, a leading provider of converged communication solutions is... - July 24, 2010 - KeepCalling

M5 Hosting Adds Hourly Professional Services for Web Hosting Clients

M5 Hosting, a worldwide leader in customized, high performance Linux and BSD dedicated server hosting solutions, today introduced professional systems administration and server management services, allowing businesses to quickly access top system administrators for sophisticated management tasks... - July 24, 2010 - M5 Hosting

Beach Books: ‘Return to Treasure Island,’ by John O’Melveny Woods

John O’Melveny Woods rediscovered “Treasure Island” by Robert Louis Stevenson one summer when he was staying with friends who had a bookcase full of classics. While Woods had loved the book as a child — especially the pirate characters — he was surprised to find that the story had elements that delighted him as an adult. - July 24, 2010 - John O’Melveny Woods Books and Publishers