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April 8, 2007
Chevy Minicar Concepts Unveiled At New York Auto Show : GlobalGiants.com
2007 Chevrolet Beat Concept.
The Chevrolet Beat minicar concept sits along the Hudson River with the Manhattan skyline in the background prior to making its world debut at the New York International Auto Show. General Motors unveils the Beat, and two other minicar concept vehicles designed to appeal to young car buyers in urban markets. (General Motors Photo/Emile Wamsteker) |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: The Beat is a front-wheel drive, three-door hatchback designed to evoke the mood of a speedy micro import tuner. It is loaded with technology, including a navigation system and premium stereo. (General Motors Photo/Steve Fecht) |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: General Motors Vice President Global Design Ed Welburn introduces the Chevrolet Beat minicar concept at the New York International Auto Show 2007. (General Motors Photo/Emile Wamsteker) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Ferrari's 60th Anniversary: New York Yankees Welcome Ferrari 60 Relay : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Ferrari's 60th anniversary celebrations continue as New York Yankees players Johnny Damon (left) and Bobby Abreu welcome Ferrari's newest model, the 599 GTB Fiorano, into Yankee Stadium. The Yankee teammates were presented with the Ferrari 60 Relay baton, which is being passed from country-to-country during a global relay event taking place on five continents and including more than 10,000 Ferrari owners and their cars.
NEW YORK, April 8 -- The celebrations for the 60th Anniversary of Ferrari continued yesterday as New York Yankees Manager Joe Torre welcomed Ferrari's latest model, the 599 GTB Fiorano, into Yankee Stadium. Torre was presented with the Ferrari 60 Relay baton which is being passed from country-to-country at events which are taking place on five continents around the globe this year.
The relay involves over 10,000 Ferrari owners and their cars of all ages. They act as symbolic "bearers" of a specially commissioned relay baton adorned with 60 badges symbolizing the most extraordinary events in the Marque's 60- year history.
The 599 GTB Fiorano which drove into Yankee Stadium was number 1492 in the Relay, symbolizing a link to the year in which the Americas were discovered.
The relay started in Abu Dhabi and made its way across the Middle East to Asia, Australia and Africa before arriving in the Americas, where events were held in Miami, Sao Paolo, Mexico City, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Toronto and Montreal. The relay will move next to all main European countries before arriving at the Ferrari factory in Maranello, Italy on June 23rd. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 7, 2007
Fifty 2007 GMC Acadia CUVs Depart From The New York Auto Show : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: New York's Channel 11 Morning News traffic reporter Jill Nicolini waves a GMC flag to begin the send-off of fifty 2007 GMC Acadia CUVs in front of the Jacob Javits Convention Center, site of the New York International Auto Show in New York, Thursday, April 5, 2007. The vehicles are being taken to dealer lots in the area for customer purchase. (General Motors Photo/Emile Wamsteker) |GlobalGiants.com|
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2008 Volvo XC70: GlobalGiants.com
NEW YORK -- Steve Mattin (l to r), Volvo Design director, Alan Mulally, Ford Motor Company President and CEO, Anne Belec, Volvo President and Fredrik Arp, Volvo CEO at the reveal of the new 2008 Volvo XC70 at the New York International Auto Show. Photo by: Sam VarnHagen/Ford Motor Co. |GlobalGiants.com|
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2008 Ford Expedition Funkmaster Flex Edition at the New York International Auto Show : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Ford is debuting the first vehicle from a new partnership with hip hop customization guru Funkmaster Flex – the 2008 Ford Expedition Funkmaster Flex Edition. The limited-run vehicle will be available at Ford dealers in the fourth quarter of 2007. Photo by: Sam VarnHagen/Ford Motor Co. |GlobalGiants.com|
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1927 VOLVO at New York International Auto Show : GlobalGiants.com
NEW YORK -- Volvo President and CEO Fredrik Arp celebrates the company's 80th anniversary by showing a 1927 Volvo PV4 at the New York International Auto Show 2007. Photo by: Sam VarnHagen/Ford Motor Co. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Spotlight Live: Eat. Drink. Be Famous. : GlobalGiants.com
NYC's New Live Performance Venue Serves Up 'Fifteen Minutes of Fame'.
Photo: Natasha Bedingfield performs her hit song "Unwritten" at the opening party for Spotlight Live, a first-of-its-kind restaurant and live performance venue in Times Square.
NEW YORK -- Introducing Spotlight Live, an interactive dining and live performance venue in Times Square where guests walk in for dinner and walk out a star. Everyone wants their fifteen minutes of fame; Spotlight Live gives revelers the opportunity to perform in front of a live audience, backed by professional singers, as well as cut a track in a private recording booth. A JumboTron outside the restaurant broadcasts the performances in real time for those passing by in Times Square, and live and recorded performances stream online and air on demand TV to a worldwide audience.
Occupying 23,000 sq ft in the heart of New York City, the state-of-the-art venue features four floors of groundbreaking technology, developed exclusively for Spotlight Live. Guests get their shot in the spotlight, performing on one of the venue's two stages or cutting an album in a private recording booth. A behind-the-scenes green room helps guests prep for their performance, offering backstage advice from choreographers as well as professional hair and makeup artists. For those interested in keeping their performances private, Spotlight Live features a private party space for 100 guests.
Performers have a unique opportunity to take their star turn on television, thanks to an exclusive deal with Comcast, which will air performances on their video on demand service and broadcast select singers in real-time on the JumboTron outside the Times Square restaurant.
When guests enter, their photos are uploaded onto the interactive system, offering access to all guest profiles and enabling everyone to communicate with each other through the system's instant messaging service. Using the tableside touch-screen, guests will scroll through Spotlight Live's extensive song inventory and vote and post comments on performances. Large screen TVs will display voting results throughout the performances and also feature comments from viewers both at the venue and on the internet. Spotlight Live is located at 1604 Broadway in New York City. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 6, 2007
Jerusalem: Religious Tourism: Good Friday : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: A girl carries a cross on Good Friday on the Via Dolorosa in Jerusalem's Old City, April 6, 2007. The Via Dolorosa follows the route where Christians believe Jesus carried the cross to his crucifixion. (UPI Photo/Debbie Hill) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Boeing Agreement with LCAL Expands Exclusive 787 Dreamliner Fleet : GlobalGiants.com
SEATTLE -- Boeing and LCAL have announced that the leasing company has placed an order for one additional 787-9 Dreamliner, expanding its fleet to 15 of the advanced-technology aircraft.
LCAL established itself in 2005 as an aircraft leasing company providing lease services exclusively with the 787 Dreamliner. The company was the first leasing company to order 787s. |GlobalGiants.com|
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2007 NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: 2008 Suzuki SX4 sedan at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Subaru Impreza 2.5i at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Maserati GranTurismo at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Hyundai Genesis at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Bentley Brooklands at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: BMW 535i at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Lexus LX 570 at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Jeep(R) Liberty at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: The Jetta SportWagen, a sporty and dynamic wagon version of Volkswagen's top-selling model, made its U.S. debut at the New York Auto Show. The Jetta SportWagen mixes practicality with European style and balances both elegance and sportiness. Its exceptional ride and handling and segment-leading safety features, along with its design are perfect for those with an active lifestyle. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Volkswagen's first-ever SUV has been restyled for the 2008 model year, returning as the Touareg 2. The updated version will enter showrooms with refreshed exterior styling, an impressive list of safety features and vehicle capabilities, and three powerful engine options. After its U.S. debut at the New York International Auto Show, the Touareg 2 arrives at dealerships later this spring, with pricing starting at $39,320. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Kia Motors has announced that the Soul crossover concept, which is on display at the New York Auto Show, will go into production in 2008 as a 2009 model year vehicle. |GlobalGiants.com|
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MASERATI NORTH AMERICA DEBUTS MASERATI GRANTURISMO IN NYC : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: The 2008 Maserati GranTurismo, styled by Pininfarina, brings global admiration to NYC with its North American debut, adding another credible choice within the $100,000+ segment. Maserati's gran turismo heritage and partnership with Pininfarina dates back to 1947 -- today's model showcases timeless design, legendary handling and high-performance. With a maximum speed of 177 mph and a front-mid-engine layout, the Maserati GranTurismo is as well proportioned as it is purposeful. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 5, 2007
Gap Partners With Council of Fashion Designers of America and Vogue to Introduce Gap Design Editions : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Gap Design Editions, trapeze top by Rodarte.
SAN FRANCISCO, April 5 -- On April 17, Gap will introduce a new limited edition collection for women, designed exclusively for Gap by Doo.Ri, Rodarte and Thakoon -- three of the most celebrated, emerging American design labels in the industry today. The collection, named Gap Design Editions, is part of Gap's recently announced partnership with the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund (CVFF), an initiative established to support and encourage new American design talent. |GlobalGiants.com|
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NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW 2007 : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Mercedes CLK63 AMG Black Series Coupe at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Infiniti EX Concept at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Ford Shelby GT500KR at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Ford Flex at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Chevrolet Beat concept at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Chevrolet Groove at the 2007 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Photo credit: Convention Photo by Joe Orlando. |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Chrysler Group revealed the all-new 2008 Jeep Liberty at the New York Auto Show. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 4, 2007
All-New Kia Rondo: The Next New York City Taxi Cab? : GlobalGiants.com
Kia Motors America Partners With the Design Trust for Public Space to Celebrate the Centennial of the Modern-Day Taxi.
Photo: The all-new Kia Rondo taxi, seen zipping through Times Square, offers a new high-visibility roof light, an integrated child seat and a motorized front passenger seat for those with limited mobility, as well as better fuel efficiency than the current leading taxi.
NEW YORK, April 4 -- In honor of the 100th anniversary of the modern-day taxi in New York City, the all-new Kia Rondo crossover is among the vehicles to be reinvented into an iconic yellow cab, as part of Taxi '07, a project of the Design Trust for Public Space. This new collaborative process is intended to engage design professionals in fundamental civic planning.
Automakers were challenged to incorporate practical solutions into their taxi prototypes, addressing areas such as partitions that incorporate passenger services, roof lights with improved legibility, integrated child safety seats, wheelchair accessibility and fuel efficiency.
The all-new Kia Rondo, which offers innovative design, packaging and driving dynamics, provides both drivers and passengers with a spacious, comfortable and safe ride while occupying a small footprint -- an ideal combination for New York City streets. |GlobalGiants.com|
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AIPAD Photography Show 07 : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Horst P. Horst, Lisa Fonssagrives' hands. New York, 1941; Courtesy Art + Commerce.
A focus of this spring's NYC art scene will be the 27th annual PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW 07, sponsored by AIPAD, The Association of International Photography Art Dealers.
THE PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW 07 will be open to the public APRIL 12-15, 2007, and held at the Park Avenue Armory at Park Avenue and 67th Street in New York City. Attendees of this exposition of fine art photography will have the chance to view works from more than 90 fine art photography exhibitors from around the world, including both contemporary and vintage works. THE PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW 07 is one of the most prominent photography events of the year. Curators and directors of major museums, discriminating collectors, and those new to collecting fine art photography, will have the opportunity to view the finest photographs drawn from the 165 year history of the medium. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Honda Named 'Greenest Automaker' by Union of Concerned Scientists : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) Vehicles Engineer Don MacKenzie delivers news of Honda's ranking as "2007 Greenest Automaker" to Honda North America Vice President Edward B. Cohen near the UCS office in Washington, D.C. Published by the science-based nonprofit, MacKenzie authored the biennial "Environmental Performance of Car Companies" report which ranks automakers U.S. automobile fleet by overall production of smog-forming emissions and greenhouse gas emissions. Honda has earned the title of "greenest automaker" for the fourth consecutive time. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 3, 2007
French Train Breaks Rail Speed Record : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: The special V150 French TGV high-speed train travels along newly-built track to break the world speed record at 574.8 km (357 miles) per hour in France's Champagne region in Grigny April 3, 2007. REUTERS/Pascal Rossignol (FRANCE) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Virgin Mobile USA on a Roll With Newest Handset: MARBL by Kyocera Wireless : GlobalGiants.com
MARBL Offers Host of Fun Wireless Features in Sleek Clamshell Design.
WARREN, N.J. and SAN DIEGO, April 3 -- Virgin Mobile USA is on a roll with yet another "must-have" handset for its style-savvy yet value- conscious youthful customer base this April. Sleek and stylish with two-toned black-on-black accents, MARBL by Kyocera Wireless packs a range of great features into a slim clamshell design with structured lines and rounded keys for easy texting.
Available at leading retailers nationwide and online at www.virginmobileusa.com, MARBL offers all of the essentials, including a bright color display, internal antenna, text messaging capabilities, room for hundreds of contacts and a two-way speakerphone. Intuitive in design and low in price at $29.99, MARBL joins such popular Virgin Mobile handsets as the Switch_Back and Slice with Web browsing, access to search and social networking sites, and relevant, entertaining mobile content including pre- loaded wallpapers, Superphonic ringtones and fast-paced games. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Ferrari's 60th Anniversary: World Relay Arrives in New York and Washington D.C. : GlobalGiants.com
100 Ferraris gather in Central Park.
Photo: More than 80 Ferrari owners and their cars traveled together through Times Square in NYC on their way to Washington DC in celebration of Ferrari's 60th anniversary.
NEW YORK, April 3 -- The celebrations for the 60th Anniversary of Ferrari arrived in New York City on Saturday, March 31st, when almost one hundred customers drove their cars in a symbolic "relay" that took them to Washington D.C. The drive started at 9am on Saturday morning from Tavern on the Green restaurant in Central Park and arrived late in the afternoon in Washington DC, where a reception was hosted at the Italian Embassy.
During the evening The Honorable Giovanni Castellaneta, Ambassador of Italy to the United States, received a gift from Maurizio Parlato, President and CEO of Ferrari North America. This symbolic present will be auctioned off in a charity event that will take place at Ferrari's Maranello headquarters -- at the end of the anniversary celebrations in June.
Photo: The Ferrari 60th Anniversary Relay traveled through Times Square on Saturday, when almost 100 clients drove their Ferraris from NYC to Washington D.C.
The relay involved over 10,000 Ferrari owners and their cars of all ages. They acted as symbolic "bearers" of a specially commissioned relay baton adorned with 60 badges symbolizing the most extraordinary events in the Marque's 60-year history.
The relay started in Abu Dhabi and made its way across the Middle East to Asia, Australia and Africa before arriving in the Americas, where events were held in Miami, Sao Paolo, Mexico City, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Toronto and Montreal. The relay will then move to all main European countries before arriving at the Ferrari factory in Maranello, Italy on June 23rd. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 2, 2007
LG Mobile Phones Names Eli Tirosh the West Coast Texting Champion at the LG National Texting Championship : GlobalGiants.com
LG Mobile Phones Gets One Coast Closer in the Search for the Fastest US Texter.
Photo: LG Mobile Phones names Eli Tirosh the West Coast Texting Champion at the LG National Texting Championship.
SAN DIEGO, April 2 -- This past weekend, LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones) was focused on finding the fastest thumbs in the west at the first round of the LG National Texting Championship held at Paramount Studios in Hollywood. These stellar thumbs belong to 21-year-old Eli Tirosh of Los Angeles who was crowned the LG West Coast Texting Championship in front of a huge crowd of family, friends and competitors. Tirosh not only walked away with the prestigious title, she also earned $10,000 in cash and a trip to New York City to battle the LG East Coast Texting Champion on April 21 at the Roseland Ballroom for an additional $15,000 grand prize.
During Saturday's event, contestants had the chance to test their texting capabilities based on speed and accuracy. They competed against each other in front of a crowd of supporters, battling it out on their enV by LG QWERTY keypad mobile device for money, fame and the LG National Texting Championship crown.
For those that did not walk away with the west coast crown, there is still hope. The LG National Texting Championship will continue at the New York City event on April 21. Players at this event will compete for another $10,000 prize and the title of LG East Coast Texting Champion.
The LG National Championship will take place in New York on April 21, 2007 at the Roseland Ballroom were players will compete in pools and be asked to type phrases on their LG handsets exactly as they appear on the overhead LG plasma screens with no typos or abbreviations. The first player in each pool who sends an error-free message to the right contact will advance to the next round. Registration for the LG National Texting Championship is now open at www.LifeWithLG.com and is open on a first come, first serve basis.
LG Electronics, Inc. is the global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications, employing more than 72,000 people working in over 120 operations including 80 subsidiaries around the world. |GlobalGiants.com|
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