Television Newswire
News Corporation Signs Roger Ailes to New Five Year Contract
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Roger Waters, Will.I.Am, Anoushka Shankar, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan, Preity Zinta, Bipasha Basu, Farhan Akhtar, Arjun Rampal and Others Join Bon Jovi and Amitabh Bachchan to Perform at Live Earth India
LOS ANGELES & MUMBAI, India & HONG KONG-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Notice of Teleconference Call – CW Media Holdings Inc. F2008 Year End Results
TORONTO-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
MEIFF 2008 Unveils Events’ Facts and Figures
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
WWE® Breaks Int’l Record
LONDON-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Greyson International, Inc. Announces Media and Marketing Partnership with All Ways Entertainment, Inc.
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Actor Lance Bass Lights the Eiffel Tower Red at Paris Las Vegas to Launch 2nd Annual Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration
LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Wi-Fi TV at LA Auto Show for World Premieres of New Breakthrough Green Cars
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
And the Emmy® Award Goes to: The US Family Health Plan and the National Military Family Association
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Equity Games Production and Halcyon Games Announce Terminator Salvation – The Videogame, an Intense, Action Game Based on the Highly Anticipated 2009 Film
BURBANK, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Nokia Siemens Networks Joins Mobile DTV Alliance
SAN RAMON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Journal Communications Reports October Revenue for Its Publishing and Broadcast Groups
MILWAUKEE-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Research and Markets: A Snapshots Analysis of the Russian Television Sets Market for 2008 - with Forecasts and a Detailed Market Segmentation Analysis
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
ActiveVideo Networks Delivers ‘Web-infused TV’ Using Internap’s Performance IP™ Networking and Data Center Colocation
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Christina Aguilera Added to the Lineup for "The GRAMMY® Nominations Concert Live!! — Countdown To Music's Biggest Night®"
SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
Smithsonian Channel™ Signs Licensing Deal with Thought Equity Motion
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -
DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming To Customers in the Rockford, Ill. DMA
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CORRECTING and REPLACING Mob Scene Expands Company with New York Office and Launch of Digital Content Unit
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
New Mixed Martial Arts League, Led by Industry Veterans, Enters Billion-Dollar Industry
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming to Customers in the Des Moines-Ames, Iowa DMA
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DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming To Customers in the El Paso, Texas DMA
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DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming To Customers in the Peoria-Bloomington, Ill. DMA
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DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming to Customers in the Fort Wayne, Ind. DMA
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Writing Teacher from Chicago Wins Grand Prize in “Rabbit Ears Pioneers” Essay Contest
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
A Global Strategic Business Report on the Entertainment Industry: Gain an Insight into M&As, Product Launches and the Global Market Overview
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
Arbitron Inc. Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
Magic Johnson Voices Support for @15
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
Former Ignited Executive Brian Kessler Joins Artifact Studios as Creative Director
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
DigitalGlobe Provides NBC with Satellite Imagery to Help “TODAY” Show Anchors Explore the “Ends of the Earth”
LONGMONT, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
Set-Top Box Shipments to Peak in 2012, Says ABI Research
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
Researchers: Ban on Fast Food T.V. Advertising Would Reverse Childhood Obesity
BETHLEHEM, Pa.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
Amy Poehler and Friends Launch New Digital TV Series Aimed at Young Girls and Their Parents
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
BlackArrow Unveils New Tools to Manage Ad Placement Opportunities in and around on-Demand Video
SAN MATEO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
Quattro Wireless Aims North with CTV Partnership
WALTHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
E! Gets “Embed” with MirriAd
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
New Mixed Martial Arts League Strikes National TV Deal, Breaks New Ground
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -
CIBL Inc. Announces Third Quarter Earnings
RENO, Nev.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Revision3 Programming Now Available on RADUS
SAN BRUNO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
SinglePoint Named to Deloitte's 2008 Technology Fast 500 Annual List of the Fastest Growing Companies in North America
BELLEVUE, Wash.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Ludia And FremantleMedia Enterprises Announce The Price Is Right™ Game For iPhone And iPod touch Available Now On Apple App Store
MONTREAL-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
UFC Creator and RipeTV Launch XARM, First Combat Sport for the Digital Age
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Jump Start Holiday Home Theater with Mitsubishi Projector Rebate Promotions
IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Leading Technology Companies Team Up to Demo Cutting-Edge Advanced Advertising Solution
ORLANDO, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
New Inspirational Celebrity Talk-Show, “Before the Big Break” Unveils the True Story Behind Julia Roberts, Richard Gere, and the Hit Film Pretty Woman
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Peter Viner to replace Kathy Dore as Interim President, Canwest Broadcasting
WINNIPEG-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
15 Firms Participate in Addressable Ads Interoperability Event Held at CableLabs
LOUISVILLE, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
DVD Rental Kiosk Company Brings Affordable Entertainment to Hawaii
CAMPBELL, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Consumers Weigh in on Which TV Doc They Would Want as Their Own: Survey Results from the American Board of Medical Specialties Find Dr. House Most Loved/Hated TV Doctor
EVANSTON, Ill.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Video Search Engine Expert Gregory Markel On FOX Business Channel Today
SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Arbitron statement: Cumulus Media Small Market RFP
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
NTT Electronics AVC/H.264 Encoders/Decoders Selected for Nine Network Australia's HD Cricket Coverage
TOKYO-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
MIT Media Lab Creates Center for Future Storytelling
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
DIRECTV Más Unveils Expanded Channel Offering and New Comparative Look Up Miami Campaign
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Nielsen to Measure Radio Audiences in 50 Cumulus Markets
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
VH1 and Mobui Launch New Mobile Chat Application to Bring VH1 Celebrities and Viewers Closer Together
REDMOND, Wash.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Burning Up: On Tour with the Jonas Brothers Hits Bookstores Today
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
The 2008 BFM Awards Recognize Gemalto's Stock Market Performance
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -
Young Broadcasting Announces Third Quarter and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2008 Results
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
Music Choice Announces the Award Categories & Nominees for MOST DEMANDED - The Music Choice Video On Demand Awards
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
Cable Industry Leaders Launch National Education Initiative for Consumers Leading up to Government’s Digital Transition
PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles at 2008 Rising Stars Gala in Beverly Hills
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
QuickPlay Media Powers Off-Portal Mobile Video Stores
TORONTO-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
GOVERNMENT VIDEO TECHNOLOGY EXPO Keynotes Offer Insight on DTV Transition, New Museum Exhibit
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
AvMap and Siano Receive CES Innovations 2009 Award
MILAN, Italy & NETANYA, Israel-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
"e2 transport" Environmental Series Narrated by Brad Pitt Set for Debut
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
Devine Entertainment Announces September 30, 2008, Third Quarter and Nine Month Financial Results
TORONTO-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
Volvo, Clear Channel Extend Relationship to Offer Real-Time Traffic to Canadian Users
SAN ANTONIO-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
Univision Announces 2008 Third Quarter Results
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
Genius Products, Inc. Updates Timing of Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Release and 10-Q Filing
SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -
"A Journey to Darfur" with Nick and George Clooney Premieres on the Web at AmericanLife TV.com
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - AmericanLife TV Network (ALN), the Nation's only cable network devoted to the Baby Boomer generation, announces the web premiere of "A Journey To Darfur," the highly acclaimed documentary produced by ALN, chronicling the historical trip of Nick and...
ESPN Unveils Must-Have Gifts for the Holidays
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Just in time for holiday shopping, ESPN introduces an array of consumer products for today's sports enthusiasts - from an ESPN Sportscaster Mic, a must-have for any aspiring sportscaster, to ESPN The Ultimate Remote, for all the recliner umpires out...
Juniper Content Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Juniper Content Corporation (OTCBB: JNPC; "Juniper Content") today announced its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2008. Juniper Content's net sales for the third quarter of 2008 grew 8% to $675,764 as compared to net sales of $628,273...
Barrington Reports Third Quarter Operating Results
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Barrington Broadcasting Group LLC ("Barrington") announced today its financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2008 and for the nine months ended September 30, 2008. Results for the three and nine months include results of...
Film & TV Music Podcast Sponsored by APM Music -- The Official Podcast for the Third Year Running of The Hollywood Reporter/Billboard Film & TV Music Conference
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - The Film and TV Music Podcast sponsored by APM Music, which features candid interviews with composers, music supervisors and industry insiders discussing the business of music for picture, is the official podcast of the Hollywood Reporter/Billboard...
Broadcasting Industry - Global Strategic Business Report Out Now
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Broadcasting Industry - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. The global outlook series on the Broadcasting Industry provides a collection of statistical anecdotes...
China Mass Media International Advertising Corp. to Announce Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results on November 24, 2008
BEIJING-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - China Mass Media International Advertising Corp. (NYSE Arca: CMM), a leading independent television advertising company in China, today announced that it will release its unaudited financial results for the third quarter of 2008 before the market opens...
Canwest Global Communications Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter 2008 Results
WINNIPEG, Canada-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Canwest Global Communications Corp. ("Canwest" or the "Company") today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and its fiscal year ended August 31, 2008. For the year, Canwest reported a net loss of $1,040 million including a non-cash...
Telefonica Earns 5,596 Million Euros to September and Confirms All Growth Forecasts for 2008
MADRID, Spain-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - — On a like-for-like basis, in the first nine months of 2008 the Company has shown a sharp improvement across the board: — Revenue advanced 7%, thanks to Latin America (+12.9%), the Group's main driver, and the business in Spain (+2.3...
em24 LAUNCHES ON ASTRA
BETZDORF, Luxembourg-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - SES ASTRA, an SES company (Paris:SESG) (LuxX:SESG), today announced that em24, a digital business- and lifestyle channel, will start broadcasting on the ASTRA satellite system. As of today, the new channel will broadcast its German language...
Time Warner Cable Prices a $2 Billion Debt Offering
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Time Warner Cable Inc. (NYSE:TWC) today announced that it has priced a $ 2 billion underwritten public offering of debt securities, including $750 million aggregate principal amount of 8 1/4 % notes due 2014 and $1.25 billion aggregate principal amount of...
Nintendo DS Stirs Up Grocery Store Aisles
-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Nintendo of America Inc.: -0- *T WHAT: Nintendo of America Inc. is inviting members of the media and anyone who enjoys a high-octane trip to the grocery store to compete in the Personal Trainer(TM): Cooking supermarket spree and cook-off competition at Whole...
Iconic Rock Performer Joan Jett Shines in Syren Latex for Her Appearance on "Nissan Live Sets" on Yahoo! Music on Nov. 17
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Legendary rock singer, songwriter and guitarist Joan Jett will shine in a Syren Buckle Shoulder Latex Tank Top (www.syren.com/latex-rubber-tops-p-31-buckle-shoulder-latex-tank.aspx) by designer Jeffrey Gent when she performs on "Nissan Live Sets" on...
20th Century Fox's The Day the Earth Stood Still Lets the World Decide Who/What Will Be Saved When the Earth Stands Still
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Twentieth Century Fox has teamed with Moxie Interactive 234-0345. About 20th Century Fox One of the world's largest producers and distributors of motion pictures, Fox Filmed Entertainment produces, acquires and distributes motion pictures throughout the...
FremantleMedia Enterprises Partners with The Colibri Group for "American Idol"-Themed Jewelry and Accessories
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME), the brand extension arm of FremantleMedia has forged an exclusive partnership with The Colibri Group to develop and produce a line of "American Idol"-branded men's and women's wristwatches, jewelry, accessories and...
Vivendi: 2008 Outlook Confirmed The Third Quarter Earnings Reflect Strategic Acquisitions of 2008
PARIS-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Regulatory News: Note to readers: This press release contains unaudited consolidated earnings established under IFRS, presented to Vivendi's Management board. First Nine Months of 2008 — Revenues: EUR 17,777 million, an increase of 13.6% (15.9% at...
CableLabs(R) Issues Modular Headend Architecture Specifications for Converged Video and Broadband
LOUISVILLE, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - CableLabs(R) announced today that it has released a family of specifications that defines a common set of interfaces for converged video and broadband services in a modular cable network headend. The Modular Headend Architecture (MHA...
Comcast Announces That Viewers in South Florida Now Have More Than 1,000 HD Choices Available - the Most HD Content Anytime, Anywhere
MIRAMAR, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - As High Definition (HD) Television viewing skyrockets, Comcast/South Florida, the area's leading provider of entertainment, information and communications services, announced today that it now offers more than 1,000 high definition viewing choices...
Nexstar Broadcasting Group to Participate in 2008 Bank of America Credit Conference on November 20th
IRVING, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST) announced today that its President and CEO, Perry A. Sook, will be making a company presentation at the 2008 Bank of America Credit Conference at 4:40 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 20th, 2008 at The...
Be Thankful for Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes at FoodNetwork.com
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - On Thanksgiving Day, crown your feast with a delicious dessert, complements of the experts at FoodNetwork.com. Thanksgiving guests may be tempted to skip the turkey and head straight for the dessert table! Find classic recipes for your favorite...
Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel Selects Bulk TV & Internet as its Free-to-Guest Television Programming Provider
RALEIGH, N.C.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Bulk TV & Internet announces the launching of DIRECTV television programming services for the Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel and Shula's 347 Grill in Jacksonville, Florida. Located in the vivacious Deerwood Park area, the Sheraton Jacksonville is...
Fox Television Stations and NBC Local Media Form Local News Service
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - The Fox Television Stations and NBC Local Media will form a local news service in Philadelphia, with plans to roll out the service in other markets where both companies own and operate local television stations. The announcement was made today by Jack...
Time Warner Cable Inc. Announces Debt Offering
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Time Warner Cable Inc. (NYSE:TWC) today announced that it has commenced an underwritten public offering of debt securities with maturities of 5 and 10 years. The net proceeds from the issuance of the debt securities are expected to be used to finance...
Envivio 4Caster C4 Three Screens Encoder Tops Field to Win TelcoTV 2008 Vision Award
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Envivio Inc., the leading technology provider of IP video convergence encoding solutions from mobile to HD, today announced that it has been awarded the prestigious 2008 TelcoTV Vision Award for its 4Caster C4 Three Screens multi-channel...
Superstar Diana Ross to Perform at "Monster Cable Retailer Awards and Concert" at CES 2009 in Las Vegas
BRISBANE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Each year, Monster Cable hosts what has become the biggest social event of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas - the Monster Retailer Awards and Concert. Over five thousand CE professionals from around the globe pack the house in...
Whose Cat Wants to Be a Millionaire?
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Whose cat wants to be a millionaire? Meow Mix introduces the world's first game show to test how well people can think like their cat. Meow Mix,(R) the cat food cats ask for by name, today announces that one lucky feline, along with his or her pet...
ION Media Networks Reports Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - ION Media Networks, Inc. (the "Company" or "ION"), owner and operator of the nation's largest broadcast television station group, announced today its financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2008. ION's broadcast cash flow for...
Debut Broadcasting Generates Positive EBITDA Results for the Third Quarter (Ended Sept. 30)
NASHVILLE, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Debut Broadcasting Corporation, Inc. (OTCBB: DBTB), a media and entertainment company, today announced it generated positive earnings results of $78,606 before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) for its 2008 third quarter (ended...
Broadcasting & Cable TV in the Netherlands Includes a Five-Year Forecast of the Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Research and Markets . Any currency conversions included in this report have been calculated using constant 2007 annual average exchange rates. Europe comprises of Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy...
ProVision Communications Unveils In-Home Wireless Video Division, Appoints VP of Business Development
BRISTOL, England-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - ProVision Communications, the Bristol, UK based specialists in video over wireless technology, has announced the establishment of its new division focused on HD video over wireless consumer products. To support the division, Ian Walsh has been...
Sezmi Completes Landmark Seattle Trial
BELMONT, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Sezmi Corporation, creator of the first complete personal TV system, today announced the conclusion of technical trials for its new television service, marking a significant milestone in the company's breakthrough efforts to dramatically improve...
Canwest Streamlines Operations
WINNIPEG-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Canwest Global Communications Corp. ("Canwest" or the "Company") today announced initiatives that are expected to reduce annualized operating costs by approximately $61 million. These changes will include the reduction of approximately 560 job positions...
The Hollywood Group Kids Participate in New BBC TV Show
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - When it needed more than twenty-five kids for its new reality TV series entitled "Beat the Boss," venerable British Broadcasting Corporation ("BBC") recently called on The Hollywood Group www.hollywoodgroup.com, to provide the talent. The show bears...
Fancast and Federated Media Launch 'Our TV Picks,' a Social Media-Driven Digital Video Guide
PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - With so much to watch online, it is now just a little bit easier to choose. Fancast (www.fancast.com), the ultimate, next generation entertainment site where users can watch premium entertainment for free including over 6,000 TV episodes and create...
MySpace Launches Primetime Application Enabling Users to Watch Full-Length & Short Form Hulu, Warner Bros, MySpace Original and Licensed Content on Profiles and Home Pages
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - MySpace today announced the domestic launch of the MySpace Primetime Application . Among the top 2000 domains comScore Media Metrix, September 2008. For more information on comScore Networks, please go to www.comscore.com.
FoodNetwork.com scores leading traffic in October 2008 according to Nielsen Online
NEW YORK & KNOXVILLE, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Nielsen Online's recently released traffic numbers for October 2008 have put FoodNetwork.com on top of the Food & Cooking category for the 28th consecutive month. FoodNetwork.com finished October 2008 as the No. 1 Web site in...
New "Ad Battle" Social Media App To Rank the World's Best Advertisements
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Today Buddy Media, in conjunction with Atmosphere BBDO Senior Art Director Jason Culbertson, officially unveiled the new Ad Battle Facebook application, which allows people to view two different print and television ads submitted by fellow Facebook...
Study BOM Estimates of Normal, Slim and Thin RPTV Sets Using both UHP-Type Lamps and Lasers, With Forecasts Through to 2011
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Research and Markets is facing serious competition in the market place from thin displays, currently including LCD-TV and plasma. Additional flat technologies may enter the market in the near future, including OLED, SED and FED. These thin...
FoodNetwork.com's Thanksgiving Stuffing and Dressing Recipes Cater to Classic and Contemporary Tastebuds
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Whether you're looking for traditional stuffing recipes like your Mom made or innovative new versions, FoodNetwork.com has stuffing recipes to help create the perfect Thanksgiving celebration. Boasting dozens of savory Thanksgiving stuffing and dressing...
Star-Studded Match Against Poverty 2008 to Air Live on Fox Soccer Channel November 17
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - On Monday, Nov. 17, the Complex Sportive in Fes, Morocco, will play host to an international collection of soccer superstars joining forces in the name of charity, with all the action airing live and exclusively on Fox Soccer Channel. The...
Diverse Media Group (DVME) Inks International Expanded Second Season Deal for Hit Reality Series HOMETEAM
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Diverse Media Group's (Pink Sheets: DVME) reality series Hometeam has been renewed for a second full season on The Home Channel, South Africa's leading home and lifestyle television network. The renewal is part of the strategic global relaunch of...
ClearAccess Launches Compatibility Program for TR-069 Devices
VANCOUVER, Wash.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - ClearAccess, a leading provider of managed broadband gateway solutions for telecommunications operators, announces the highly anticipated ClearAccess Compatibility Program. The goal of the Compatibility Program is to validate interoperability of...
Harmonic Chosen for MTS Allstream's H.264 IPTV Upgrade
ANAHEIM, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Harmonic Inc. (NASDAQ:HLIT) today announced that MTS Allstream Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. (MTS) (TSX:MBT), has selected Harmonic's MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) video...
Harmonic Focuses on Converged Video Delivery at TelcoTV 2008
ANAHEIM, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - At TelcoTV 2008, booth #627, Harmonic Inc. (NASDAQ:HLIT) is highlighting its comprehensive range of converged video delivery solutions for telco service providers, including best-in-class high definition (HD) compression, video-on-demand (VOD...
Image Metrics Creates Video Game and Film Divisions to Focus on Unique Facial Animation Needs of Each Industry
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Image Metrics, the leading provider of facial animation solutions for the entertainment industry, is aligning its operations into Video Game and Film and TV divisions to address the growing demand for its services in the two industries. Image...
Media Industry Veterans Scott Ehrlich, Larry Tanz and Keith Quinn Team up to Launch New Boutique Studio, Agility Studios
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Media industry leader Scott Ehrlich and former LivePlanet heads Larry Tanz and Keith Quinn have formed Agility Studios, a multi-platform entertainment studio. The company is backed by Mantucket Capital, a private investment firm with over $1 Billion...
Entercom Taps SplashCast for Social Networking Strategy
BALA CYNWYD, Pa. & PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - SplashCast, a leading content syndication service for emerging media, today announced that Entercom Communications Corp. (NYSE:ETM), one of the top five radio broadcasting groups in the U.S., will go live with SplashCast...
This Field Sequential Color LCD-TVs and Monitors Report is Now Available
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Research and Markets - HDT — Samsung — Toshiba For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/430469/field_sequential_c.
Muscle Flex(TM) to Produce and Implement a National Infomercial and Media Strategy for the Muscle Flex(TM)
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Muscle Flex Inc. (Pink Sheets:MFLI) announces that it's producing and implementing a national infomercial and media development strategy for the Muscle Flex(TM) (www.TheMuscleFlex.com) in-home fitness machine after a successful market test...
Content and Technology Merge at the 2009 International CES
ARLINGTON, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Cutting-edge content developments in the broadcast and entertainment industry will merge with the latest distribution platforms at the 2009 International CES(R), the global event for digital entertainment. Produced by the Consumer Electronics...
Digital Entertainment Takes the Spotlight at the 2009 International CES
ARLINGTON, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - The world's leading digital entertainment companies, including returning exhibitor Sony Pictures Television (SPT), will take the spotlight on the show floor at the upcoming 2009 International CES(R), with the largest exhibition of digital...
DIRECTV Holdings LLC and DIRECTV Financing Co., Inc. Extend Exchange Offer Relating to Outstanding 7.625% Senior Notes
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - DIRECTV Holdings LLC and DIRECTV Financing Co., Inc. (collectively, the "Issuers"), two wholly-owned subsidiaries of The DIRECTV Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DTV), today announced that the expiration date of its offer to exchange up to $1,500,000,000...
RCN Sponsors 2nd Annual Indian Visions Film Festival Showcasing an Interesting Array of Feature and Short Indian Films
HERNDON, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - RCN Corporation (NASDAQ: RCNI), a leading provider of all-digital television, high-capacity data, and voice services to residential, business customers and service providers, today announced their sponsorship of the 2nd Annual Indian Visions Film...
Broadcasting & Cable TV in Japan Features Detailed Information On Market Size
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Broadcasting & Cable TV in Japan" report to their offering. The Broadcasting & Cable TV in Japan industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering...
RadioTime, Omnilala Offer the Building Blocks for Next-Generation Radios
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - RadioTime, Inc., a developer of technology for finding and listening to radio online, and Omnilala, Inc., which develops and licenses the underlying software platform that powers a new wave of digital media products, today announced that they have partnered...
Best Buy(R) and the National Association of Broadcasters Team up to Educate Consumers on Digital TV Transition
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Best Buy, in partnership with the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), will roll out in-store workshops about the transition to digital television (DTV) at Best Buy stores in the 25 largest cities across the country. These workshops will take...
Lifetime Networks and SHOP.COM(TM) Create Co-Branded Shopping Site for Women
NEW YORK & MONTEREY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - MyLifetime.com, Lifetime Networks' ultimate digital destination for women's entertainment and escape and SHOP.COM(TM), the destination comparison shopping engine designed for women, today announced a partnership to create a dynamic...
HipCricket Adds 30-Year Broadcast Veteran
KIRKLAND, Wash.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - HipCricket, a pioneering mobile marketing company, has appointed 30-year broadcast veteran Kevin McCarthy to lead the company's broadcast sales efforts. McCarthy has worked for ABC, Clear Channel, Entercom and Jacor, among others, as a national...
Country Music's Hottest Artist Taylor Swift Gets stripped Again!
-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Clear Channel Radio: -0- *T WHAT: Taylor Swift's climb to the top of the country music scene continues as she performs exclusively for Clear Channel Radio's highly acclaimed stripped series for the second time. Songs include her chart topping single, "Love...
Time to Play's Jim Silver and Chris Byrne Announce the New Classics - the Top 50 Kid Movies over the Last 25 Years
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Time to Play (TM), an informative, multi-media resource for parents and caregivers, today released The New Classics, the top 50 kid movies over the last 25 years. The list of recommended favorites was compiled by the Time to Play editorial team and can be...
Odyssey Marine Exploration Announces Third Quarter 2008 Results
TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Odyssey Marine Exploration, Inc. (Nasdaq:OMEX), the world leader in the field of deep-ocean shipwreck exploration, today filed a quarterly report with the Securities and Exchange Commission detailing results of the Company's third quarter 2008. For the...
New "Hero" Chosen by Fans in 'Create Your Hero' Campaign - New Micro-Series 'HEROES: DESTINY' Premieres Tonight on NBC.com, Hulu and Sprint Wireless Phones
BURBANK, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - After more than one million votes were cast, today NBC and Sprint announced the winning hero in the "Create Your Hero" campaign. The winning character will star in the new online live action micro-series, HEROES: DESTINY. The first of four episodes...
The Sting's the Thing on Fox Reality Channel's Original "Smile...you're under Arrest!"
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - How do you bring some of America's most elusive criminals to justice? Audiences will get hilarious answers to that question on the new Fox Reality Channel original series "Smile, You're Under Arrest!" premiering Saturday, December 27, at 7pET/4pPT. The...
Eric Bolling Named Co-Host of Happy Hour on FOX Business Network
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Eric Bolling will join Cody Willard and Rebecca Diamond as co-host of FOX Business Network's (FBN) Happy Hour, announced Kevin Magee, Executive Vice President, FOX News. Happy Hour (5PM-6PM ET) is a daily business news program set inside the Bull &...
Philippines Broadcasting Report Showcases This Country's Vibrant Media Sector
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Philippines - Broadcasting" report to their offering. The Philippines has a vibrant media sector. Ownership has been predominantly private and freedom of the press is guaranteed by the...
Belgium Convergence Triple Play & Digital TV Report Presents a Review of Triple Play Developments In 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Research and Markets -Related reports For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/09b32c/belgium_converge
IP-PRIME's Market Leadership Reinforced with Sixty Plus Telco Contracts and Commercial Rollouts in Two Dozen Communities
PRINCETON, N.J. & ANAHEIM, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - On the eve of TelcoTV, the country's most important IPTV conference, SES AMERICOM announced that more than sixty-five telcos in 31 states have signed up for IP-PRIME(R). The market has adopted IP-PRIME either as a complete...
JackassWorld Gets Kinkier as Johnny Knoxville and Jesse Merlin Visit Stockroom.com to Sample the Latest in Fetish Gear
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - If you ever wondered how some of the kinky sex toys used in fetish play actually work, just ask Mister Merlin - a featured host on the popular website JackassWorld.com. He gives a wickedly lighthearted introduction to a variety of fetish gear and...
Cotes du Rhone Announces Sponsorship of PBS Reality Series, The Wine Makers
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Cotes du Rhone, the second largest Appellation d'Origine Controlee (A.O.C.) wine region in France, is excited to announce its sponsorship of The Wine Makers, a new reality series from PBS. The series is slated to premier in early 2009. The Wine Makers...
FoodNetwork.com Offers Tips on How to Cook a Turkey
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - With hundreds of Thanksgiving turkey recipes, FoodNetwork.com is talking turkey about how to prepare the perfect bird this year. Scripps Networks Digital Scripps Networks Digital is a diversified, multi-platform programmer that delights millions daily...
Insight Announces Third Quarter 2008 Results
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Insight Communications Company today announced financial and operating results for the quarter ended September 30, 2008. Third Quarter Highlights — Revenue of $220.0 million, an increase of 17% over Q3 2007 — Adjusted Operating Income before...
Fancast Grows Its Family with TLC's "Jon & Kate Plus Eight" Exclusive Catch-Up Package
PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Fancast (www.fancast.com), the ultimate, next generation entertainment site where users can watch premium entertainment for free and create and manage their personal entertainment experience, is growing its brood by welcoming TLC's Jon and Kate...
India Broadcasting Report Details How India Has Emerged As One Of The Largest TV Markets In The World
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Research and Markets in India. In the last decade the television programming landscape has also been totally transformed. India has one of the largest broadcasting networks in the world. Doordarshan, the Indian National Television Network...
The Hollywood Reporter Announces Annual Women in Entertainment Breakfast Celebrating Its 17th Power 100: Women in Entertainment Issue
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - The Hollywood Reporter today announced its Annual Women in Entertainment Breakfast, celebrating its Power 100: Women in Entertainment issue. The event will take place on Friday, December 5 at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Emmy Award-winning actress Glenn...
America's Largest Single Source Database of 370,000 Households lets Advertisers Match TV Viewing to Actual Purchases
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - In February 2008, TRA designed to ensure security controls to protect information assets.
All Line Inc. to Acquire Stake in Asian Home Shopping Network with Potential Enterprise Value in Excess of $150 Million
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - All Line, Inc., (Pink Sheets:ALIN), a company engaged in telecommunications, multimedia, IT development, and environmentally friendly energy and resources, today announced that the Company has signed a letter of intent with East Media Holdings, Inc...
OMVC Applauds Multi-Station Tests Delivering Broadcast Mobile DTV in Chicago
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - The Open Mobile Video Coalition (OMVC) today applauded technical mobile DTV field trials conducted simultaneously by two member stations in the Chicago region. ION Media Networks' WCPX and Fox Television Stations' WPWR are conducting successful field...
4Kids Entertainment Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results And Settlement of Fox Litigation
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - 4Kids Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: KDE), the global children's entertainment and merchandise licensing organization, today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2008. Net revenues for the three months ended September 30, 2008...
Disney Holiday Gift Deals Stretch Shopping Dollars
GLENDALE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Families looking to stretch their dollars this holiday season need look no further than "Disney's Holiday Gift Ideas For Under $20 List." Featuring fabulous Disney gift ideas priced at under $20 each, shoppers can get great Disney deals for...
ION Media Networks Successfully Delivers Full-Motion Mobile Digital Television in Chicago and Denver
CHICAGO & DENVER-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - ION Media Networks, Inc., owner and operator of the nation's largest broadcast TV station group and an industry leader in the development of mobile digital television (DTV), today announced two successful mobile DTV field trial...
Global Traffic Network, Inc. Reports Fiscal First Quarter 2009 Operating Results
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Global Traffic Network, Inc. (Nasdaq: GNET), a leading provider of custom traffic and news reports to radio and television stations outside the U.S., today announced its results for the fiscal first quarter ended September 30, 2008. For the quarter...
CC Media Holdings, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results
SAN ANTONIO-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - CC Media Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CCMO) today reported results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2008. CC Media Holdings, Inc., the new parent company of Clear Channel Communications, Inc. was formed in May 2007 by private equity funds...
Nexstar Broadcasting Group Third Quarter Net Revenue Increases 9% to $70.3 Million
IRVING, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Summary 2008 Third Quarter Highlights: Net revenue for the quarter ended September 30, 2008 grew 9.0% to $70.3 million...
SDR Forum Announces Award Winners and Board of Director Election Winners
PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - The SDR Forum, a non-profit international industry association dedicated to promoting the success of next generation radio technology, has announced today that three new members will be joining its Board of Directors following the annual election by the...
Univision to Release 2008 Third Quarter Results and Host Conference Call on November 17, 2008
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Univision Communications Inc., the leading Spanish-language media company in the U.S., will release its 2008 third quarter financial results on Monday, November 17, 2008, before the opening of the stock market. Management will conduct a conference call...
"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Transforms the Home of a Family Who Helps Special Needs Families from a Former Dump Site into a Fresh Family Dwelling
QUINCY TOWNSHIP, Pa.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" and Dan Ryan Builders announced this morning that the show will be traveling to Quincy Township, Pennsylvania to assist the Drumm family, who has helped transform the lives of disabled children through the...
RCN Management to Present at Oppenheimer 4th Annual Mid and Small Cap 'Best Ideas' Conference
HERNDON, Va.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - RCN Corporation (NASDAQ: RCNI), a leading provider of all-digital television, high-capacity data, and voice services to residential, business customers and service providers, today announced that Peter D. Aquino, chief executive officer and Michael...
Missing Lenk Motorsports Gears Up for the Baja 1000
COSTA MESA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - In an effort to beat their sixth-place class win in 2007, the Missing Lenk Motorsports off-road racing team will again set their sights on winning the prestigious Baja 1000 on November 20, 2008, the sport's most challenging desert races...
Wazoo Sports Announces New Name for National Basketball Event
LONDON, Ky.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Wazoo Sports will announce the new name to one of their largest basketball events on Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 10:30 AM, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY. The event will be named after a University of Kentucky's Basketball legend, associated with...
Odyssey Marine Exploration Files Admiralty Claims on Two Shipwreck Sites
TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Odyssey Marine Exploration, Inc. (NasdaqCM: OMEX), the world leader in the field of deep-ocean shipwreck exploration, has filed Admiralty Arrest Complaints in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida on two separate shipwreck sites...
Clear Channel Radio Embraces American Idol Alumni with Sneak Peek Program
-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Clear Channel Radio: -0- *T WHAT: The two finalists of American Idol's seventh season, David Cook and David Archuleta, are giving fans the first opportunity to listen to their complete debut albums on Clear Channel Radio's Sneak Peek program. American Idol's...
A Global Mobile TV Database: Examine the Current Market and Forecasts to 2013 across Eight Major Regions
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Research and Markets terrestrial TV signals via the handset, also the US standard ATSC-M/H Usage levels, pay TV numbers, end-user revenues and advertising revenues are also provided for streamed and broadcast services combined, forecast by the...
Mama Shelter, the First Parisian Luxury Hotel Designed for the General Public, Honors the Technological Innovation Of DirectStreams
PARIS-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Using the multimedia solutions of DirectStreams and the designs of Philippe Starck and Roland Castro, the Trigano family is democratizing high-end hotels with today's most innovative and trendiest hotel concept! The Trigano family, co-founders of Club Med...
Is Wall Street's Pain Hollywood's Gain? Maybe Not This Time...
SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - iHollywood Forum will convene a panel discussion of leading media executives on Nov. 11 to explore whether Hollywood's traditional resistance to recession will be enough to immunize it to the current economic downturn. Brian Marler, SVP...
Phoenix Block's Song "Ugly Side Of You" Licensed for E! Kardashian Reality Romp
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Florida-based rockers Phoenix Block (www.phoenixblock.com) continue to rack up TV placements from their critically acclaimed debut Chemtrails on hit shows such as MTV Networks' "Bromance," "Parental Control" and "Life Of Ryan." The Kardashian sisters...
DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming to Customers in the Fort Smith, Ark. DMA
-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - DIRECTV, Inc.: -0- *T WHAT: DIRECTV, Inc., the nation's leading satellite television service provider, is now offering local HD programming to customers in the Fort Smith, Ark. designated market area. The following broadcast networks are available in HD: KFSM/CBS...
DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming to Customers in the Sioux Falls, S.D. DMA
-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - DIRECTV, Inc.: -0- *T WHAT: DIRECTV, Inc., the nation's leading satellite television service provider, is now offering local HD programming to customers in the Sioux Falls, S.D. designated market area. The following broadcast networks are available in HD...
Chyron Reports Financial Results for the Third Quarter 2008
MELVILLE, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Chyron (NASDAQ: CHYR), a leading provider of Graphics as a Service for On Air, Online, Out of Home, and Mobile Applications, today announced its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Key Financial...
DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming to Customers in the Traverse City-Cadillac, Mich. DMA
-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - DIRECTV, Inc.: -0- *T WHAT: DIRECTV, Inc., the nation's leading satellite television service provider, is now offering local HD programming to customers in the Traverse City-Cadillac, Mich. designated market area. The following broadcast networks are available...
RHI Entertainment Announces Results for the Third Quarter and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2008
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - RHI Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: RHIE), a leading developer, producer, and distributor of new made-for-television (MFT) movies, miniseries, and other television programming, today reported its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended...
Entercom Communications Corp. Reports Third Quarter Results
BALA CYNWYD, Pa.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Entercom Communications Corp. (NYSE:ETM) today reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2008. Third Quarter Highlights — Free cash flow decreased 2% to $28.0 million — Adjusted net income per share remained...
The Walt Disney Company Reports Earnings for Fiscal Year 2008
BURBANK, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) today reported earnings for the fiscal year and fourth quarter ended September 27, 2008. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) for the year was $2.28, compared to $2.25 in the prior year. EPS for both the current and...
DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming to Customers in the Harlingen-Weslaco-Brownsville-McAllen, Texas DMA
-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - DIRECTV, Inc.: -0- *T WHAT: DIRECTV, Inc., the nation's leading satellite television service provider, is now offering local HD programming to customers in the Harlingen-Weslaco-Brownsville-McAllen, Texas designated market area. The following broadcast networks...
DIRECTV Group Promotes Patrick T. Doyle to Executive Vice President, Finance
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Patrick T. Doyle has been promoted to executive vice president, Finance, DIRECTV Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DTV). In addition to continuing as Chief Financial Officer, he will retain responsibility for all Finance department activities, including...
World Poker Tour(R) and FullTiltPoker.net Ink Television Sponsorship Deal
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - World Poker Tour(R) creator WPT Enterprises (Nasdaq:WPTE) and FullTiltPoker.net(TM) today announced a television sponsorship deal, aligning the leading powerhouses in televised and online poker. The deal—which is based on a unique sponsorship...
Top Chef: The Game Released by Brighter Minds Media in Collaboration with Bravo and Gamelab
COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Brighter Minds Media, LLC (Brighter Minds), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Brighter Minds Media Inc. (The Company) (TSX VENTURE: BRI), launches Top Chef: The Game, along with cable network Bravo and co-developer Gamelab, modeled after Bravo's Emmy...
Sequoia Capital Invests in CERNET-Koncept, Ltd. To Develop China Campus Channel
BEIJING-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - CERNET Koncept Ltd., the holder of exclusive rights to provide digital media services and advertising to China's university students, have recently closed a US $6.5 million Series A round with Sequoia to expand their next generation media services to...
DIRECTV Delivers Local HD Programming to Customers in the Boise, Idaho DMA
-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - DIRECTV, Inc.: -0- *T WHAT: DIRECTV, Inc., the nation's leading satellite television service provider, is now offering local HD programming to customers in the Boise, Idaho designated market area. The following broadcast networks are available in HD: KBCI/CBS...
Special Edition TV Series Airing November 9 & 16, 2008
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The Global News Group, Inc. announces the broadcast of its series Special Edition TV on the FOX Business Channel and hosted by Emmy and Peabody Award winning journalist Ileana Bravo. This episode of Special Edition TV features the following stories: Balancing...
CaptiveMotion, LLC Chosen to Present at 2008 Invest Southwest Capital Conference
PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - CaptiveMotion, LLC (www.captivemotion.com), a high fidelity facial motion capture studio, is pleased to announce its participation with Invest Southwest, the premier capital conference in Arizona and the Southwest, with title sponsor The Miller Group...
Murad Skincare Products Featured on "Grey's Anatomy"
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - A selection of Murad products "guest starred" in a recent episode of ABC's hit drama "Grey's Anatomy." Murad skin products, known globally for high performance topical and internal skincare, were on display in the fictitious hospital's...
Universal Republic Records Readies U.S. Debut of Worldwide Vocal Sensation Gabriella Cilmi
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Universal Republic Records is unveiling one of the most anticipated U.S. debuts of the year as Aussie vocal star Gabriella Cilmi (pronounced chill-me) serves up her worldwide smash hit "Sweet About Me" to U.S. radio stations this month. Her stateside album...
Comcast Makes $10 Million Commitment to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
PHILADELPHIA-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and Comcast Corporation have entered into a three-year, $10 million partnership that promises to make a measurable difference in the lives of some of America's most vulnerable children. Comcast will provide Big...
FireSky Chooses Convergys to Drive Relationship Management and Improve Gaming Experience
CINCINNATI & PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Convergys Corporation (NYSE: CVG), a global leader in relationship management, announced today that FireSky, a new video game publisher dedicated to improving how gamers play together online, has signed a new contract for Convergys...
Waterman Broadcasting Keeps Viewers Engaged with Chyron for Election Graphics
MELVILLE, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Chyron (NASDAQ: CHYR) today announced Waterman Broadcasting's WBBH-TV, the NBC affiliate for the Fort Myers, Florida, market, successfully engaged up to a 20% advantage in viewership over the competition during the evening of the US Elections...
Taiwan - Convergence & Digital Media Report is on Sale Now
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Taiwan - Convergence & Digital Media" report to their offering. Taiwan has one of the highest TV penetrations in the world. In recent times, change has been the order of the day in Taiwan's...
Malaysia Broadcasting Report Reviews the Development of the Television Broadcasting Sector
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Malaysia - Broadcasting" report to their offering. With its history of tight censorship laws, Malaysia did not open up the television broadcasting market to private operators until 1995...
Diverse Media Group Inc. (DVME) Ranks in Top 10 for Third Year in a Row
CENTURY CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Diverse Media Group's (Pink Sheets: DVME) subsidiary Diverse Talent Group has proven itself to be a rock solid force in Hollywood as it holds the prestigious position of the world's 10th largest talent agency. In the new Talent Agency...
Blonder Tongue Schedules Conference Call to Discuss Third Quarter 2008 Results
OLD BRIDGE, N.J.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Blonder Tongue Laboratories, Inc. (AMEX:BDR) announced today that it will host a conference call in conjunction with the release of its financial results for the 2008 third quarter. The call is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. EST, on Thursday, November...
Public Television's Award-Winning "Grannies on Safari" Packs an Emmy(R)
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Having scoured the world to both explore and share fascinating destinations with television viewers, the syndicated Grannies on Safari(R) series, produced by The Art Explorers, Inc. of Chicago (www.granniesonsafari.com), has added a coveted...
The DIRECTV Group Reports Third Quarter 2008 Free Cash Flow Quadruples to $332 Million
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The DIRECTV Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:DTV) today reported that third quarter 2008 revenues increased 15% to $4.98 billion, operating profit before depreciation and amortization(1) increased 25% to $1.25 billion and operating profit increased 16% to...
Geraldine Laybourne Joins EA's Board of Directors
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS), the world's leading interactive entertainment software company, today announced that Geraldine Laybourne was appointed to EA's Board of Directors on November 5, 2008. Ms. Laybourne is the founder of Oxygen...
Crown Media Holdings Announces Operating Results for Third Quarter of 2008
STUDIO CITY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Crown Media Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWN) today reported its operating results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Operating Highlights for the Quarter — Revenue growth. Crown Media's net revenue in the third...
Mediacom Communications Reports Results for Third Quarter 2008
MIDDLETOWN, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - MEDIACOM COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION (Nasdaq: MCCC) today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Mediacom Communications will hold a teleconference today at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss its financial...
WWE(R) Reports 2008 Third Quarter Results
STAMFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: WWE) today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Revenues totaled $108.8 million as compared to $108.1 million in the prior year quarter, while operating income was...
OpenTV Movie Portal Launches on Canada's Bell TV
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - OpenTV Corp. (NASDAQ:OPTV), a leading provider of advanced television and advanced advertising services, announced today that it has launched a unique and dynamic movie portal application in partnership with Bell TV, Canada's leading satellite and...
Cablevision Systems Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results
BETHPAGE, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Cablevision Systems Corporation (NYSE:CVC) today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Third quarter consolidated net revenue grew 15.4% to $1.745 billion compared to the prior year period, reflecting solid...
According to In-Stat, Mobile Video Infrastructure Market Ramps Up in Spite of Economy
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The market for mobile video infrastructure will experience rapid growth rates over the next several years in spite of the economy, reports In-Stat . About In-Stat Technology vendors, service providers, technology professionals and market...
Dancing with the Stars - The Tour: Starring Lance Bass, Toni Braxton, Maurice Greene & Marlee Matlin in an All New Production
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Dancing with the Stars, ABC's #1-rated reality-competition program, produced by BBC Worldwide America, is hitting the road this winter and bringing an entirely new cast of celebrities and professional dancers to 37 cities throughout North America...
Charter Reports Third Quarter Financial and Operating Results
ST. LOUIS-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) (along with its subsidiaries, the "Company" or "Charter") today reported financial and operating results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2008. — Third quarter revenues of $1.636 billion grew...
Cumulus Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Cumulus Media Inc. (NASDAQ: CMLS) today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Financial highlights (in thousands, except per share data and percentages) are as follows: -0- *T Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended...
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