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Genius Launches New Multimedia Tablets with Professional Features at Consumer Prices – Now That Is Genius!

Business Wire, August 19, 2009

The G-Pen M609X and G-Pen M712X offer PhotoShop Elements 6.0 and have a
4000 LPI resolution for superior design performance

MIAMI — Genius (www.geniusnetusa.com),
a brand division of KYE Systems Corp., today announced two new additions
to the company’s extensive line up of digital tablets, the G-Pen M609X
and G-Pen M712X, for graphic designers and artists. The new tablets are
a follow up to the G-Pen M609 and M712 and come with extra features at a
recession-busting low price!

The G-Pen M609X and G-Pen M712X are both dual-mode and come with
extensive multimedia functions that make creativity a breeze. Plug and
Play ready, both G-Pens work with Windows 2000, XP, Vista and Mac OS X
10.2.8 or later. The unique dual-mode capabilities, which allow users to
switch the screen from wide to standard and back again, combined with
high resolution (4,000 LPI) make these new multimedia tablets the
ultimate canvas for serious designers. Additional elements to the G-Pen
X versions include: PhotoShop Elements 6.0, a pad cover and ability to
make brush-width adjustments.

Available in two sizes, the G-Pen M609X’s screen size is 9” x 5.5”
(wide) / 7.25” x 5.5” (standard); while the sophisticated G-Pen M712X is
a bit bigger with a screen size that measures 12” x 7.25” (wide) / x
9.5” x 7.25” (standard). The G-Pen M712X (34 hot keys) has eight more
“fast shortcut keys” than the M609X (26 hot keys)

Occupational FOOTWEAR

Army/Navy Store & Outdoor Merchandiser, May 15, 2008 by Bubny, Paul

Success with occupational footwear means a wide selection covering the bases of styles and standards.

Many of your customers are stand-up guys and gals. That is, they spend a good portion of the workday on their feet. It stands to reason that the shoes you sell them ought to be comfortable, but they may need footwear that offers something more as well.

Along with the comfort and support may come specific requirements for occupational footwear. The term cuts a broad swath these days; it’s not enough even to divide on-the-job footwear into “work” and “safety” categories. A whole host of national and international standards governing the design and manufacture of occupational footwear comes into play.

The category has grown up around these standards, which range from slip resistance to protection against electrical hazards. And because customers in a variety of occupations are called on to use footwear that has specific requirements, these products come in a variety of styles as well. There may be clogs and trainers as well as shoes and boots. And those shoes may need to go with the uniform of a nurse, the logo-ed apparel of a restaurant worker, or the suit and tie of a construction manager. Therefore, it’s important that your store’s selection run the gamut in terms of selection.

Simply put, occupational footwear is footwear with specific characteristics that is required while the employee is on duty. Within this umbrella category, occupational footwear products can be said to fall into one of seven categories. They include:

* Impact/compression-resistant footwear, which uses a steel, composite or plastic cap (i.e. a safety toe) to protect the wearer’s feel against falling objects or the crushing impact of heavy, rolling objects. Most industrial, manufacturing, and distribution work situations demand safety toe shoes.

* Metatarsal shoes are designed to prevent or reduce injuries when the metatarsal (upper foot) and toe areas are exposed to potential “drop” hazards. Metatarsal guards should be Worn on jobs that involve a forklift or where workers carry heavier objects that could be dropped on their feet.

* Puncture-resistant footwear should conform to a set of ANSI standards that reduce the possibility of puncture wounds to the soles of the feet. Such nails, glass, or sharp metal that could penetrate the soles of conventional footwear could bring on such wounds.

* Electrical hazard shoes are nonconductive. They’re designed to reduce the potential for electric shock when the soles are exposed to open circuits of 600 volts or less under dry conditions. Work situations Where this footwear is called for include construction sites and jobs that bring workers into the presence of live electrical conductors.

* Conductive shoes are designed to minimize static electricity and therefore reduce the possibility of ignition of volatile chemicals or explosives, including those that would be found at gunpowder factories and printing plants. These shoes discharge static electricity from the wearer’s body into grounded floors, and are not to be worn near electrical hazards.

* Electric static dissipative (ESD) footwear reduces static electricity by conducting a charge from the body to the ground, maintaining a high level of electrical resistance under test procedures. These shoes protect the wearer from electrical hazards due to excessively low footwear resistance. This type of shoe should be worn in the presence of flammable or explosive materials or when the employee handles sensitive electronic equipment.

* Slip-resistant footwear is primarily required in the hospitality industry. However, this footwear is becoming more common in a variety of other industries, and some manufacturers offer both indoor and outdoor models. The composition and tread pattern of these shoes offer better traction than standard shoes.

Gaining traction

There are other characteristics of occupational footwear that may not be specifically spelled out by ANSI or ASTM International

DVD players overtake VCRs.(digital versatile disks)(video casette recorders)(Survey)(Brief article)

Video Business, January, 2007 by Netherby, Jennifer

By Jennifer Netherby

DVD can claim another victory over VHS. DVD players are now in more U.S. households than VCRs, according to Nielsen Media Research’s 3rd Quarter Home Technology Report survey released Dec. 19

Kiddy Pool-Korral

Pool & Spa News, Dec 10, 2004 by Joshua Keim

by Meyco Products

Features: safety pool fence incorporates the Tot-Lock mechanism, which is designed to safely lock a fence pole into reinforced pole sleeves; fence sections cannot be removed by toddlers, per maker; requires holes with 3/4-inch diameter; 4-foot height; can be used as a barrier for pools, play areas, raised patios, decks and more

Contact: Meyco Products Inc., Melville, N.Y. (800) 446-3926

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Lend Lease amends bid for BBC.

Australasian Business Intelligence, November, 2008

Byline: Carolyn Cummins

Nov 24, 2008 (The Sydney Morning Herald – ABIX via COMTEX) — Lend Lease has adjusted the terms of its bid for Babcock & Brown Communities (BBC), as the target’s stock has declined. It will now pay $A0.29 rather than $A0.58 per share, and also seeks to obtain the related management rights from troubled investment bank Babcock & Brown. Investors are to vote on the new deal on 30 December 2008. On 24 November Lend Lease stock fell $A0.31 to close at $A6.81 and BBC was up $A0.025 to $A0.135

2004 Chrysler Pacifica Debuts With World’s First In-Dash, Six-Disc DVD Changer – Mitsubishi Electric Offers Changer to Accommodate Multiple CD Formats

Business Wire, June 16, 2003

Business Editors/Automotive Writers

NORTHVILLE TOWNSHIP, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–June 16, 2003

Mitsubishi Electric today announced it is first to market with an in-dash, six-disc DVD changer for rear-seat entertainment on the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. The option hit showrooms in March, 2003.

Another first is the unit’s ability to accommodate several CD/DVD formats: CDs, DVDs, CDRs (self-recorded or downloaded CDs) and CD-RWs (re-writable CDs).

Mitsubishi Electric developed the changer in response to growing consumer demand for greater convenience and enhancements in rear-seat entertainment. The single-slot changer plays a combination of six CDs and DVDs, and it includes auxiliary ports for video games, camcorders, and digital cameras. It also has a transmitter for wireless headphones.

Key vehicle engineering benefits are its compact size — 20mm (about one inch) shorter than those of competitors, and weight — comparable to Mitsubishi’s CD-only changer. Mitsubishi’s patented disc handling system, which holds each disc by its center, rather than resting each disc in its own tray, minimizes space needs surrounding the discs and mechanism weight.

“Fifty percent of all cars and trucks can’t package a changer in the instrument panel (IP) because of room needed for air ducts,” says Mike Antrim, executive account manager, Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America. “Because ours is so small, Chrysler Group is able to mount it in the IP center stack.”

The mechanisms will be manufactured at the Mitsubishi Sanda Works facility in Sanda, Japan. Mitsubishi Electric expects to supply 100,000 units in 2003 to the Chrysler Group plant in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.

About Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America

Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America, a U.S

Find Out if the Road to Happiness Has a Bike Lane – REI Kicks Off the 2009 Bicycling Season

Business Wire, April 08, 2009

Outdoor Retailer Offers Classes and Resources to Help People of All
Cycling Levels

SEATTLE — Outdoor gear and apparel retailer, Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI),
invites riders of all skill levels to join the self-propelled
revolution. Whether riding your bike for short errands or for hundreds
of miles, REI has the bicycles, accessories, tools, and certified bike
experts ready to assist and inspire people to choose bicycles over their
cars.

With more than 100 stores across the country, REI inspires and educates
people to check their bicycles for comfort and safety before riding. The
co-op offers free entry-level bicycle maintenance classes that teach the
basics you need to know to get out on the road, including a hands-on
demonstration of how to fix a flat tire, and advice on cleaning and
lubing your chain.

Many REI stores offer REI Outdoor School, an educational program that
teaches entry-level day-long outdoor excursions. Bicycling classes focus
on “how to ride a bike” and introductory classes for road cycling,
commuting and mountain biking. To view available bike shops and events
visit www.rei.com
and click on “store locator.” For Outdoor School classes in your area,
visit www.rei.com/outdoorschool.

Additionally, the co-op offers a variety of bicycle brands in stores and
online, including REI’s award-winning Novara house-brand. With a new
bicycle and apparel line for spring, REI offers something for everyone http://www.rei.com/category/4500003.

May is bike to work month! REI can help get riders ready with REI’s
“Bike Your Drive” www.rei.com/bikeyourdrive,
an online resource created to inspire more people to cycle by debunking
myths and breaking down common barriers associated with using a bicycle
as an alternate means of transportation around town.

The frequently updated site offers helpful “how-to” video
demonstrations, a calculator to show environmental, caloric and
financial “savings,” and recommended cycling gear essentials. REI’s
online expert advice and other tools assist riders of all skill levels
in understanding proper safety procedures, bike maintenance and the
rules of the road.

With this online tool, aspiring cyclists can input mileage to calculate
the calories burned, carbon emissions reduced and money saved by riding
a bicycle instead of driving. For example, a rider that completes 50
miles per week burns 2,350 calories, saves $11 in gas, and reduces
carbon dioxide emissions by 48 pounds, simply by not using a gas-powered
car. In one year, riding 50 miles per week burns 122,200 calories, saves
$572 in gas and reduces carbon dioxide emissions by 2,496 pounds.

Through its giving program, REI supports national and local non-profits
that promote getting people active and outdoors. In the past two years
alone, REI has donated more than $1 million in grant funding to
organizations that promote cycling. Examples of grantees include Bikes
Belong Foundation, Adventure Cycle Association, the International
Mountain Bicycling Association and local cycling clubs from Los Angeles
to Boston that promote safety, access and stewardship.

About REI

REI is a national outdoor retail cooperative dedicated to inspiring,
educating and outfitting its members and the community for a lifetime of
outdoor adventure and stewardship. Founded in 1938 by a group of Pacific
Northwest mountaineers seeking quality equipment, REI operates retail
stores nationwide, two online stores – www.rei.com
and www.REI-OUTLET.com
– and an adventure travel company, REI Adventures

State Leader Comments on ‘ShakeOut’ Major Earthquake Drill, Highlights Need for Earthquake Insurance to Help Pay for Damage to Homes

Business Wire, Nov 10, 2008

WHO: California Earthquake Authority (CEA) Governing Board member Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner and CEA CEO Glenn Pomeroy.

WHAT: The California Earthquake Authority (CEA) could pay billions of dollars in policyholders’ claims if a massive magnitude 7.8 earthquake occurred on the southern San Andreas Fault –the scenario presented in the Great Southern California ShakeOut earthquake drill planned for Nov. 13. People with damaged homes but without insurance would have limited government relief options and could face financial devastation.

WHEN: Media availability Teleconference, 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008; Participants should call in to (866) 394-2480, Conference ID: # 73180079

Note: The CEA is a sponsor of the Great Southern California ShakeOut, an earthquake drill and related activities set for this week. The drill will take place Thursday, Nov. 13, at 10 a.m.

Editors: A full news release will be sent out Tuesday morning prior to the phone-in news conference

Commentary: New health care laws approved by Md. General Assembly

Daily Record, The (Baltimore), Jun 19, 2009 by Barry F Rosen

Once again, the Maryland General Assembly showed its willingness to pass legislation dealing with the relationships among payors, patients and providers of health care services.

Here is a summary of many of the most significant health care measures adopted during the 2009 session.

Hospital debt collection

Effective June 1, all Maryland acute-care hospitals must develop a financial assistance policy that provides free medically necessary care to patients with family incomes at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty level, as well as reduced-cost medically necessary care to those with incomes above 150 percent.

Also, hospitals must develop a Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC)-approved financial assistance information sheet for patients that, among other things, explains the hospital’s financial assistance policy and provides information on the Medical Assistance Program.

All hospital debt collection policies must also be reviewed by the HSCRC. These policies should: (a) prohibit the selling of a debt or the charging of interest on bills incurred by self-pay patients before a court judgment; (b) provide active hospital oversight of collection practices; (c) describe in detail the hospital’s debt collection procedure and its consideration of the patient’s income and other assets; and (d) describe the circumstances in which the hospital will seek a judgment against the patient.

The HSCRC may fine hospitals that knowingly violate these provisions up to $50,000 per violation

Pacific Digital Corporation Intros 7-in-1 DVD BurnerPlus Drive With World-Class Software Bundle for Easy Movie and Music Creation, Duplication

Business Wire, Oct 8, 2002

Business Editors & High-Tech Writers

IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct. 8, 2002

Second Generation Drive Supports all Major DVD and CD Formats

Pacific Digital Corporation has introduced its DVD BurnerPlus drive. With a complete, world-class CD and DVD authoring software bundle, the BurnerPlus allows users to easily create and duplicate home movies and MP3 collections. Based on new, second-generation DVD RW/ R technology, it is the ultimate in cross-platform, high-performance recording. The BurnerPlus supports all four leading DVD formats as well as all CD formats. These include DVD R, DVD VR, DVD RW, DVD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW and CD-ROM. DVD R media is compatible with most popular DVD players.

The Pacific Digital DVD BurnerPlus DVD RW/ R drive records up to 4.7GB Data on DVD-R write-once media — and can record a full disc in less than 30 minutes. It is bundled with the latest in DVD and CD recording software led by the new Mediostream neoDVD 4.0, Arcsoft’s latest Showbiz 1.1, Nero Express, Nero InCD and Intervideo’s WinDVD.

“The many DVD recording formats available today have confused consumers and mass merchants alike,” said Tony Tate, vice president of Pacific Digital. “Pacific Digital’s BurnerPlus is a complete solution that can use any of these formats