April 30, 2007
Eos Airlines Launches New Brand Marketing Campaign: 'Uncrowded. Uncompromising.' : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: A new brand campaign from Eos Airlines showcases "uncrowded" experiences. Here, in a tennis stadium, two fans happily occupy a large roped-off area, as an attendant stands nearby.
PURCHASE, N.Y., April 30 -- Eos Airlines has earned a loyal following among business and leisure travelers since it launched service between New York and London in late 2005. Eos pioneered its single-class premium service -- "Eos Class" -- on the strength of an innovative cabin design in which Boeing 757s that normally hold 220 passengers are reconfigured with only 48 "suites." Now, Eos is launching a brand campaign that expands on the benefits of this "uncrowded" experience for the airline's guests.
Print advertising will run in leading business and travel periodicals, and a series of non-traditional brand encounters will be created in outdoor media environments. The campaign breaks in the NYC and London media markets, the two cities that Eos currently serves, and is targeted to premium class travelers in the finance, entertainment and fashion industries, among others. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Posted by Editors at 9:09 AM
Bus and Train Tickets via Mobile Phone : GlobalGiants.com
Siemens puts its mobile ticket vending machine on track.
Starting today, some 13 million people in eleven German cities and regions can pay for their bus and train tickets via mobile phone using standardized software. The system will be tested over a two year period.
It was developed by member companies and groups of the Verband Deutscher Verkehrsunternehmen (VDV, Association of German Transport Companies) and Siemens IT Solutions and Services, DVB LogPay and the Fraunhofer Institute IVI in Dresden. Siemens developed and will operate the IT solution for the duration of the pilot. Participating cities include Chemnitz, Essen, Dresden, Dusseldorf, Luebeck, Hamburg, Nuremberg, Ulm, Wuppertal and the Oberlausitz and Vogtland regions. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Israir Airlines becomes the first Airbus customer in Israel : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Israir Airlines is the first Airbus customer in Israel, signing a firm order for three Airbus A320s. The aircraft will be configured for 174 passengers in all-economy seating. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 29, 2007
NEWSWEEK COVER MAY 7, 2007 : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: In the May 7 issue of Newsweek (on newsstands Monday, April 30): "God & War: How Chaplains and Soldiers Keep the Faith Under Fire." Newsweek talks to military chaplains and soldiers about the effect of serving in war on their spiritual foundation and their faith in general. Plus: the history of military chaplains; presidents, war and God; Barack Obama's quest for substance; al-Sadr's army splits into factions; Queen Elizabeth II's power; and pointers for a video resume. (NEWSWEEK) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Longines officially launches its dedicated elegant sport collection : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Mr Nick Hayek Jr., CEO of the Swatch Group, and Mr Walter von Känel, President of Longines, at the press conference launching the new Longines Sport Collection, during Baselworld April 2007. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Shanghai Autoshow 2007 : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Ford at Shanghai Autoshow 2007 (April 2007). (04/28/2007) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Boeing, Air Canada Announce 23 Additional 787 Dreamliners : GlobalGiants.com
The Boeing Company has confirmed an order by Air Canada for 23 Boeing 787 Dreamliners. This brings to 37 the number of 787s ordered by the airline. Air Canada has ordered more Dreamliners than any other carrier in the Western Hemisphere. |GlobalGiants.com|
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EvoBus GmbH wins major contract from Czech Republic for 600 Mercedes-Benz Intouro intercity buses : GlobalGiants.com
In the city of Prague, the privately owned group ICOM transport a.s. signed a contract with the DaimlerChrysler subsidiary EvoBus GmbH to purchase a total of 600 Mercedes-Benz Intouro intercity buses. The vehicles will be delivered over a period of five years, with 100 buses being handed over this year, and 300 in 2008.
The new Mercedes-Benz Intouro is an economical high-floor bus especially designed for interurban traffic as well as excursions and school service. The Intouro is manufactured in Turkey at the state-of-the-art Hosdere plant near Istanbul, which was extensively expanded in 2005. |GlobalGiants.com|
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EMI Music Signs Worldwide Catalog Partnership With Amy Grant : GlobalGiants.com
EMI CMG Label Group and EMI Music Catalog Marketing Team to Re-Release Grant's 30-year Catalog, Including New Catalog Titles.
Photo: EMI Music Signs Worldwide Catalog Partnership with Amy Grant: Global, long-term deal includes Grant's extensive 30 year catalog of recordings, which has sold more than 30 million units, as well as new catalog products.
EMI CMG Label Group's Sparrow label have signed a world-wide, long term deal with Amy Grant, which will include Grant's extensive 30 year catalog of recordings, which has sold more than 30 million units, as well as new catalog products. EMI will also have the option of working with Grant to issue new recordings in the future.
Initially, 17 titles of Amy Grant's catalog will be re-mastered and re-released in both physical and all digital formats on August 14th. EMI CMG Label Group and EMI Music Catalog Marketing will also partner with Grant to create a new Greatest Hits package with bonus material spanning her entire career scheduled for October release.
Amy Grant has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, won six Grammy Awards and 21 Gospel Music Association Dove Awards. She is well known as the pioneering Christian singer whose success on mainstream radio opened doors for other Christian artists.
EMI Christian Music Group: Established in 1994, EMI CMG is the world's largest Christian music organization and includes EMI CMG Distribution and EMI CMG Publishing in addition to EMI CMG Label Group and EMI Gospel. It is part of EMI Music North America which is a part of EMI Group. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Rachael Ray Makes Sure the Prom Goes on After Tornado Destroys School : GlobalGiants.com
The Daytime TV Host Along With Actress and Musician Mandy Moore Help Create a Night to Remember for Enterprise High School Seniors.
Photo: Rachael Ray stands amidst the rubble after a deadly tornado destroyed Enterprise High School in Alabama killing eight students. An entire hour show dedicated to the students of Enterprise High School airs on "Rachael Ray" Monday April 30.
Syndicated daytime host Rachael Ray teamed up with school and government officials in Enterprise, Alabama to create a memorable prom for Enterprise High School students who last month suffered the loss of several classmates and the destruction of their school when a powerful tornado struck on March 1st, 2007. The efforts resulted in a poignant day filled with student-focused events and culminated with the prom later that evening. An entire show dedicated to the strength and courage of the residents of Enterprise, AL will air on "Rachael Ray" (check local listings) Monday April 30th with a second follow-up show on Tuesday May 8th. The entire show was shot on location over the course of two weeks.
The Rachael Ray team also coordinated generous contributions that made this event possible from major companies, including Delta Airlines, JCPenney, Sara Lee, Outback Steakhouse, 1-800-Flowers, Michaels Arts & Crafts Store, Home Depot, Meyer, Furi, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Presto Frames, RSC Equipment Rental, Concrete Design and fashion brand Torrid.
RACHAEL RAY is produced by CBS Television Distribution in association with Harpo Productions, Scripps Networks and Watch Entertainment, and distributed by CBS Television Distribution. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 28, 2007
ZERO GRAVITY CORPORATION: ZERO GRAVITY FLIGHT : GlobalGiants.com
Professor Stephen Hawking Experiences the Freedom of Weightlessness During Historic Zero-Gravity Flight Out of Kennedy Space Center.
Photo: Ted Straight (center), an 8th grader at Stone Middle School in Melbourne, FL, served as a stand-in for Professor Stephen Hawking on the test flight held April 25. On board the flight, coaches and ZERO-G co-founders Peter H. Diamandis (left) and astronaut Byron Lichtenberg (right) conducted flight protocols planned with Professor Hawking. Pictured here, they helped to guide Straight from both sides as he floated up from the floor of the aircraft during a zero- gravity parabola. (Zero Gravity Corporation) |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Professor Stephen Hawking experiences the freedom of weightlessness during historic zero-gravity flight out of Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, FL, April 26, 2007. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Posted by Editors at 4:27 AM
April 27, 2007
Ford SVT : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Doug Gaffka, Chief Designer, Ford SVT, Ford Motor Company. (04/26/2007) |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 26, 2007
Bentley/TIME Leadership Forum, April 25, 2007 : GlobalGiants.com
'We're Turning to a Time of Hope ... and Moving to a Time of Action'
WALTHAM, Mass., April 26 -- "We are in a time when great frustration is turning into a time of hope and we are also moving to a time of action," said keynote speaker Jeffrey D. Sachs, director of the Earth Institute at Columbia University, speaking at the standing-room-only Bentley College 2007 Leadership Forum, the third in an annual collaboration with TIME Magazine in Waltham, Massachusetts.
At one point, directing his remarks to the Tomorrow25 -- a group of high school students honored at the Forum as "leaders of tomorrow," Sachs said, "You're the ones who will have to fulfill some very deep hopes -- the hope to build a world without poverty, without hunger and without disease."
This year's Leadership Forum theme was, The Business of Healing our World. "We desperately want a world at peace," said Sachs, a world that is not lived with an "us versus them" mentality -- and "a world with a safe and sustainable environment."
Bentley is a national leader in business education located minutes from Boston. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Posted by Editors at 1:42 PM
Sony Unveils The World's Smallest AVCHD High-Definition Camcorder : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Sony's new Handycam HDR-CX7 high-definition camcorder is the world's smallest and lightest AVCHD high-definition camcorder. (Sony Corporation) |GlobalGiants.com|
Sony is bolstering its lead in the high-definition camcorder arena with the introduction of AVCHD(TM) technology- based models.
The new Handycam HDR-CX7 model is the world's smallest and lightest AVCHD high-definition camcorder. It can record nearly three hours of full HD 1080 video on an 8-GB Memory Stick PRO Duo(TM) media card (LP mode). Weighing just 15 ounces with the supplied battery, it provides ultra-portability as well as a virtually crash-proof recording system, instant archiving to Memory Stick PRO Duo(TM) media (sold separately), and effortless connection to a PC via USB for editing and back-up.
The new models incorporate Sony's ClearVid(TM) CMOS sensor technology for stunning detail and clarity. Combined with the Enhanced Imaging Processor(TM) technology, these models deliver the advantages of high resolution, high sensitivity with low noise, and virtually smear-free pictures.
And these new high-definition camcorders allow for quick data transfer from the camcorder to a compatible PC for editing, back-up and playback. |GlobalGiants.com|
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VIRGIN MOBILE CANADA; FLICK OFF SIR RICHARD BRANSON : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Sir Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group of Companies, appeared in Toronto yesterday morning to announce the launch of FLICK OFF - a cross-country initiative designed to educate Canadians about the devastating effects of global warming and motivate people to do something about it. |GlobalGiants.com|
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AFC Champions League Action : GlobalGiants.com
Fans from Japan's Urawa Reds football team, shout support for their team against China's Shanghai Shenhua team during their Group E match of the AFC Champions league in Shanghai 25 April 2007. Chinese Super League side Shanghai Shenhua slumped out of the AFC Champions League after a dour goalless draw against Japan's 10-man Urawa Red Diamonds. (MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images) |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 25, 2007
America's Cup Underway in Spain : GlobalGiants.com
America's Cup challenger BMW Oracle Racing sails to win their Round Robin 1 Flight 1 race against United Internet Team Germany at the Louis Vuitton Cup in Valencia April 20, 2007. After four straight days of races being suspended due to lack of wind, the first race got underway on Friday. (Reuters) |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 24, 2007
Citi Announces Plant-A-Tree Program to Help Drive Environmental Awareness : GlobalGiants.com
Encourages Customer Enrollment in Paperless Statements.
Announces First Quarter Success With More Than 300,000 Trees Planted.
NEW YORK, April 24 -- Citi, the leading global financial services company, is aiming to help make a difference in the environment this year, while delivering tangible benefits to customers who desire to reduce their dependence on paper and help to protect the environment. In January, the company put in motion a customer-focused "Plant- a-Tree" initiative - a program that creates environmental awareness by encouraging its credit card holders to switch to paperless statements, planting a tree for each conversion made. Today, the company announced its first quarter results from the program, where already more than 300,000 customers have opted to "go paperless" and just as many trees have been planted on their behalf nationwide.
For every customer that switches to paperless statements, Citi, in partnership with the National Arbor Day Foundation (NADF), will plant a tree on his or her behalf in a location where it is most needed. Along with the environmental benefits, going paperless has its consumer advantages as well. Going paperless helps reduce paper clutter and allows customers to view their statements online for up to six months, as well as provides easy access to account activity anywhere, anytime.
Citi, the leading global financial services company, has some 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 100 countries. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Ford's Stickers On Its Trucks Will Help Cyclists Stay Safe : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Ford's Stickers On Its Trucks Will Help Cyclists Stay Safe. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Dr Pepper and Epic Recording Artist Cartel to Make Rock History : GlobalGiants.com
With Band in a Bubble Live Event and MTV Music Special.
Cartel Will Be Sealed in a See-Through Bubble in New York City for Almost a Month to Record Their Next Album.
Photo: Epic's explosive five-member band Cartel is the band in Dr Pepper Band in a Bubble this summer in New York City from May 24 through June 12. From left to right, the members of Cartel are Joseph Pepper - guitar; Kevin Sanders - drums; Will Pugh - vocals, guitar, piano, programming; Nic Hudson - guitar and Jeff Lett - bass. (Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages) |GlobalGiants.com|
Dr Pepper, MTV, and Epic recording artist Cartel are giving music fans more of what they want this summer ... a first-time, real-time look into the making of the band's newest album during Dr Pepper Band in a Bubble. In what is sure to be the most talked-about music event of the year, Cartel will be sealed inside a huge transparent bubble on Hudson River Park's Pier 54 in New York City from May 24 through June 12, and every move they make will be live for the world to see as they eat, breathe, sleep and record the follow-up to their breakthrough debut album, CHROMA. |GlobalGiants.com|
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The Women's Forum for the Economy and Society Conducts Panel at Euro RSCG Worldwide -- New York : GlobalGiants.com
Global Advertising Agency Hosts Event to Support a Balanced Dialogue about Global Issues.
Photo: Aude de Thuin speaks at Euro RSCG Worldwide in New York.
NEW YORK -- Executives from Euro RSCG Worldwide, including Mercedes Erra, Executive President, and David Jones, Global Chief Executive Officer, are hosting renowned French philanthropist and entrepreneur Aude de Thuin, as she leads a panel of esteemed women business leaders in a discussion of global economic and social issues, and the role that women play in these matters. This is the sole United States stop on Aude de Thuin's tour of international cities to raise awareness of the Annual Women's Forum on the Economy and Society, which takes place next on October 11-13, 2007. Aude de Thuin will present the main issues to be covered at the 2007 Forum under the theme of "Building Trust in our Societies."
Rated as one of the world's top four global events by the Financial Times, the Women's Forum is a private, global initiative meant to elevate the ways in which women can contribute to improving business, politics and society in a more balanced and recognized way. With 1,000 leading figures representing more than 60 countries, it has become -- in only two years - a unique international gathering that is held every October in Deauville, France.
Euro RSCG Worldwide, a leading integrated marketing communications agency and Advertising Age's 2006 Global Agency of the Year, is made up of 233 offices located in 75 countries throughout Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 23, 2007
Chevrolet Silverado Regular Cab 2007 : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Chevrolet Silverado Regular Cab 2007. |GlobalGiants.com|
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LG Mobile Phones Crowns Morgan Pozgar the LG National Texting Champion : GlobalGiants.com
First National Text Messaging Competition Concludes With a Fast and Furious Thumb Race in New York City.
Photo: LG Mobile Phones Crowns Morgan Pozgar the LG National Texting Champion.
SAN DIEGO, April 23 -- For the past month, LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones) focused on finding the fastest thumbs in the U.S. This exhilarating task lead them from the sunny skies of Hollywood to the skyscrapers of New York, where they concluded the first national text messaging competition, the LG National Texting Championship, on Saturday at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City. Although over 300 competitors thought their thumbs could out-text the best, 13-year-old Morgan Pozgar prevailed as the LG National Texting Champion. The Claysburg, Pennsylvania resident had an impressive text message speed of 42 seconds for a 151 character phrase, which earned her the title of LG National Texting Champion and $25,000 cash.
During this exciting afternoon of thumb exercises and speed-texting, these often overlooked appendages captured the spotlight as contestants battled each other for over $40,000 in cash and prizes. Contestants had the chance to test their texting capabilities based on speed and accuracy by battling it out on their QWERTY keypad mobile devices for money, fame and the LG National Texting Championship crown.
"I am so shocked right now. I send over 4,000 texts every month and can't believe that I actually won the whole competition," said Pozgar. "Now I want to go shopping."
Pozgar's winning phrase was, "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocios! Even though the sound of it is something quite atrocious. If you say it loud enough you'll always sound precocious."
Pozgar came to New York City with her mother Shannon and 15-year-old brother Kyle, who won a 50" plasma LG television in a consolation round. The family had never been to New York City and Shannon was shocked about how well both of her children did in the competition. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Biography of Hillary Clinton by Carl Bernstein to be Published by Hutchinson This June : GlobalGiants.com
A WOMAN IN CHARGE: The Life of Hillary Rodham Clinton, written by award-winning journalist and best-selling author Carl Bernstein, will be published in June, it was announced today by Sonny Mehta, Chairman and Editor in Chief of the Knopf Publishing Group, US publisher of A WOMAN IN CHARGE. The book, a biography of Senator Clinton that covers her life up through her decision to run for president, will go on sale nationwide on June 19.
Bernstein, who shared a Pulitzer Prize with Bob Woodward for their reporting on Watergate for The Washington Post, has spent the last eight years working on this book. He interviewed more than two hundred people, including friends, colleagues, and adversaries of Hillary's, both on and off the record. The result is a nuanced and thorough look at her life to date.
Bernstein's reporting in A WOMAN IN CHARGE reveals Senator Clinton's complex relationship with her disciplinarian father, examines the early development of her deep religious feelings, and looks at her time at Wellesley and Yale Law School, where her political ideals took shape. It also looks at her courtship with Bill Clinton and the amazing dynamic of their marriage, during the most trying of circumstances and times; it shows the extent to which she was instrumental in the triumphs and troubles of her husband's governorship and presidency; and it untangles her relationship to Whitewater, Troopergate, and Travelgate. Finally, it details her successful run for Senate and remarkable rise to a dominant role in the Democratic party, and it sheds light on her own political brilliance and blind spots.
A WOMAN IN CHARGE will be published in the UK by Hutchinson, an imprint of the Random House Group. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Boeing, CIT Aerospace Sign Order for Five Additional 737-700s : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Boeing [NYSE:BA] and CIT Aerospace, a business unit of CIT Group Inc., a leading global provider of commercial and consumer finance solutions, today announced an order for five Boeing Next-Generation 737-700s, valued at approximately $295 million at list prices.
To date, CIT has taken delivery of 31 Next-Generation 737s and has a backlog of five 787 Dreamliners and 10 Next-Generation 737s on order with Boeing. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 22, 2007
NINTENDO POKEMON : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Jack Smith, of Maplewood, NJ, arrived 18 hours early to be first in line to purchase Pokemon Diamond and Pokemon Pearl video games at Nintendo World store today in New York. Fans lined up to be among the first people in the United States to buy the latest Nintendo DS video games, which have already sold millions in Japan. (Nintendo, Diane Bondareff) |GlobalGiants.com|
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PANASONIC EARTH DAY CLEAN-UP : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Led by Panasonic Corporation of North America COO, Joe Taylor (center, in gray), Panasonic employees teamed up with students from Secaucus Middle School and the Hackensack River Keeper for an Earth Day clean-up program of the Hackensack River. Panasonic employees on foot and in canoes picked up trash along the banks of the river. Panasonic Corporation of North America has its headquarters in Secaucus, New Jersey. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 21, 2007
World Wildlife Fund: Amur Leopard Nearing Extinction : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Logging, building, farming and poaching have virtually killed off the Amur Leopard, environmentalists said. There are only 25 to 34 of the graceful animals still living in the wild, WWF said at a news briefing in Moscow to report on the results of a census of leopard numbers in Russia's Far East. At least 100 would be needed to guarantee the species' survival.
The Amur leopard used to roam freely around the Korean peninsula and northeast China but farms, villages and roads have eaten away at its forest habitat where it hunts for deer, hare, badgers and small rodents. The Amur leopard has longer legs and fur than other leopard species, allowing it to prowl and hunt with ease in the snowy eastern fringe of Siberia. (Picture Credit: Reuters) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Motorola Launches Global Flagship Store in India : GlobalGiants.com
Continues Motorola's global commitment to reinvent the retail experience.
Photo: Inside the new Motorola Global Flagship MOTOSTORE in India. (Motorola, Inc.) |GlobalGiants.com|
Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT) , a global leader in wireless communications, has continued to deliver on its initiative to open Motorola's branded stores in key markets around the world. The opening of the latest Motorola "Global Flagship Store" in one of the busiest market areas of New Delhi's National Capital Region (NCR) adds to the existing Motorola Flagship stores already open in Shanghai and Moscow. The opening was further supported by the simultaneous launch of a concept MOTOSTORE in the country's capital and adds to the over 350 Motorola branded locations spread throughout Asia Pacific, Europe, India and Latin America.
Photo: Malcolm Dawe of Motorola and Soha Ali Khan. (Motorola, Inc.) |GlobalGiants.com|
Motorola has spent the last two years deeply engaged in a global research and development effort around the new retail concept, and as a result has come up with an approach that is centered around the consumer.
Fun is a core element of the stores, offering users an opportunity to personalize their phones using laser etching and customized Motorola "phone tattoos," as well as unique in-store training programs and on-site factory authorized technicians to aid with questions and any necessary service. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 20, 2007
Kellogg Company: Rice Krispies Operation Spark : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Kids music star Ralph Covert, left, star of TV's "Ralph's World," plays as Laim Newman, 3, dances along with 'Crackle,' left rear, and 'Pop," right rear, at the launch of Rice Krispies Operation Spark at the Children's Museum of Manhattan in New York, Thursday, April 19, 2007. Operation Spark is aimed to educate moms with simple ways to add more quality to the times they spend with their children. (Kellogg Company, Ray Stubblebine) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Artists From All Over the World Share Their Interpretations of Love : GlobalGiants.com
Nordstrom Exhibit Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
Photo: Aki Sogabe, Grandpa, 2007. |GlobalGiants.com|
SEATTLE -- During the month of May, Nordstrom is bringing together the work of artists from all over the globe. From communities spanning Seattle to Tokyo and Santa Fe to San Diego, and with backgrounds as diverse as graphic design and ancient paper cutting, these artists are coming together with one common goal: to celebrate diversity and marry their art under the theme of love.
In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Nordstrom has selected a talented group of 17 Asian American artists to share their interpretations of love in an exhibit called Love Now. The exhibit will be displayed in select Nordstrom stores and online at Nordstrom.com throughout the month of May.
The Love Now exhibit celebrates both accomplished and up-and-coming Asian- American artists. Their award-winning art has appeared in magazines, books, board games, galleries and ad campaigns, and their biographies are as diverse as their techniques and media.
Nordstrom, Inc. is one of the leading fashion specialty retailers, with 155 U.S. stores located in 27 states. Nordstrom also operates 36 Faconnable boutiques in Europe. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 17, 2007
MEN'S VOGUE: ROGER FEDERER : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: ROGER FEDERER ON MAY/JUNE COVER OF MEN'S VOGUE. (Men's Vogue) |GlobalGiants.com|
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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY: 91st Annual Pulitzer Prizes in Journalism, Letters, Drama and Music : GlobalGiants.com
NEW YORK, April 17 -- The 91st annual Pulitzer Prizes in Journalism, Letters, Drama and Music, awarded on the recommendation of the Pulitzer Prize Board, were announced yesterday by Columbia University.
Founded in 1754 as King's College, Columbia University in the City of New York is the fifth oldest institution of higher learning in the United States and today is one of the world's leading academic and research institutions. |GlobalGiants.com|
The winners in each category, along with the names of the finalists in the competition, follow:
A. PRIZES IN JOURNALISM
1. PUBLIC SERVICE
For a distinguished example of meritorious public service by a newspaper through the use of its journalistic resources which, as well as reporting, may include editorials, cartoons, photographs, graphics and online material, a gold medal.
Awarded to The Wall Street Journal for its creative and comprehensive probe into backdated stock options for business executives that triggered investigations, the ouster of top officials and widespread change in corporate America.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: The Birmingham (Ala.) News for the work of Brett Blackledge that exposed cronyism and corruption in the state's two-year college system, resulting in the dismissal of the chancellor and other corrective action (Moved by the Board to the Investigative Reporting category), and The Washington Post for its extensive examination of waste and abuse in the nation's farm subsidy system, prodding Congress to address the need for fundamental reform.
2. BREAKING NEWS REPORTING
For a distinguished example of local reporting of breaking news, presented in print or online or both, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to the Staff of The Oregonian, Portland, for its skillful and tenacious coverage of a family missing in the Oregon mountains, telling the tragic story both in print and online.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: The Staff of The Courier-Journal, Louisville, Ky., for its clear and authoritative reporting on the crash of a Comair commuter jet that killed 49 people, and The Denver Post Staff for its compelling and notably human coverage of back-to-back blizzards that trapped travelers and paralyzed the region.
3. INVESTIGATIVE REPORTING
For a distinguished example of investigative reporting by an individual or team, presented as a single article or series, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Brett Blackledge of The Birmingham (Ala.) News for his exposure of cronyism and corruption in the state's two-year college system, resulting in the dismissal of the chancellor and other corrective action. (Moved by the Board from the Public Service category.)
Nominated as finalists in this category were: Ken Armstrong, Justin Mayo and Steve Miletich of The Seattle Times for their series that exposed how the improper sealing of hundreds of lawsuits hid information vital to public safety, and resulted in remedial judicial steps; Michael J. Berens, Julia Sommerfeld and Carol Ostrom of The Seattle Times for their probe of sexual misconduct by health-care professionals that included creation of an extensive online database of offenders and caused a tightening of state regulation; and Lisa Chedekel and Matthew Kauffman of The Hartford Courant for their in-depth reports on suicide among American soldiers in Iraq, leading to congressional and military action to address mental health problems raised in the stories.
4. EXPLANATORY REPORTING
For a distinguished example of explanatory reporting that illuminates a significant and complex subject, demonstrating mastery of the subject, lucid writing and clear presentation, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Kenneth R. Weiss, Usha Lee McFarling and Rick Loomis of the Los Angeles Times for their richly portrayed reports on the world's distressed oceans, telling the story in print and online, and stirring reaction among readers and officials.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: Joanne Kimberlin and Bill Sizemore of The Virginian-Pilot, Norfolk, for their provocative examination of the United States' increasing reliance on private military personnel, and The New York Times Staff for its multi-faceted explanation of the growing menace of diabetes, especially among the poor and vulnerable, that elicited a range of public and private responses.
5. LOCAL REPORTING
For a distinguished example of local reporting that illuminates significant issues or concerns, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Debbie Cenziper of The Miami Herald for reports on waste, favoritism and lack of oversight at the Miami housing agency that resulted in dismissals, investigations and prosecutions.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: The Boston Globe Staff for its well documented exposure, in print and online, of unscrupulous debt collectors, causing two firms to close and prompting action by state officials, and Fred Schulte and June Arney of The Baltimore Sun for their reports, in print and online, about abuses under an archaic state law that threatened to turn hundreds out of their homes.
6. NATIONAL REPORTING
For a distinguished example of reporting on national affairs, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Charlie Savage of The Boston Globe for his revelations that President Bush often used "signing statements" to assert his controversial right to bypass provisions of new laws.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: Maurice Possley and Steve Mills of the Chicago Tribune for their investigation of a 1989 execution in Texas that strongly suggests an innocent man was killed by lethal injection, and Les Zaitz, Jeff Kosseff and Bryan Denson of The Oregonian, Portland, for their disclosure of mismanagement and other abuses in federally- subsidized programs for disabled workers, stirring congressional action.
7. INTERNATIONAL REPORTING
For a distinguished example of reporting on international affairs, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to The Wall Street Journal Staff for its sharply edged reports on the adverse impact of China's booming capitalism on conditions ranging from inequality to pollution.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: The Los Angeles Times Staff for its courageous chronicling of Iraq's descent into what the newspaper labeled "civil war," and Anthony Shadid of The Washington Post for his vivid and insightful coverage of conflict in Lebanon that wove together frontline dispatches, personal history and analysis.
8. FEATURE WRITING
For a distinguished example of feature writing giving prime consideration to quality of writing, originality and concision, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Andrea Elliott of The New York Times for her intimate, richly textured portrait of an immigrant imam striving to find his way and serve his faithful in America.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: Christopher Goffard of the St. Petersburg Times for his fresh and compelling stories about a young public defender and his daily challenges, and Inara Verzemnieks of The Oregonian, Portland, for her witty and perceptive portfolio of features on an array of everyday topics.
9. COMMENTARY
For distinguished commentary, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Cynthia Tucker of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution for her courageous, clear-headed columns that evince a strong sense of morality and persuasive knowledge of the community.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: Ruth Marcus of The Washington Post for her intelligent and incisive commentary on a range of subjects, using a voice that can be serious or playful, and Joe Nocera of The New York Times for his piercing, authoritative columns on business, often spotlighting misdeeds and flaws in corporate culture.
10. CRITICISM
For distinguished criticism, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Jonathan Gold of LA Weekly for his zestful, wide ranging restaurant reviews, expressing the delight of an erudite eater.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: Christopher Knight of the Los Angeles Times for his pieces on art that reflect meticulous reporting, aesthetic judgment and authoritative voice, and Mark Swed of the Los Angeles Times for his passionate music criticism, marked by resonant writing and an ability to give life to the people behind a performance.
11. EDITORIAL WRITING
For distinguished editorial writing, the test of excellence being clearness of style, moral purpose, sound reasoning, and power to influence public opinion in what the writer conceives to be the right direction, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to the Editorial Board of the New York Daily News for its compassionate and compelling editorials on behalf of Ground Zero workers whose health problems were neglected by the city and the nation.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: Jane Healy of The Orlando Sentinel for her persuasive heavily reported editorials on development projects that imperiled Florida's wetlands and wildlife, and Sebastian Mallaby of The Washington Post for his eloquent, rigorously researched editorials on rising inequality in America.
12. EDITORIAL CARTOONING
For a distinguished cartoon or portfolio of cartoons published during the year, characterized by originality, editorial effectiveness, quality of drawing and pictorial effect, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Walt Handelsman of Newsday, Long Island, N.Y., for his stark, sophisticated cartoons and his impressive use of zany animation.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: Nick Anderson of The Houston Chronicle for his pungent cartoons on an array of issues, and for his bold use of animation, and Mike Thompson of the Detroit Free Press for his compelling cartoons that rely on rich detail and deft caricature to make their point and for using animation to widen his impact.
13. BREAKING NEWS PHOTOGRAPHY
For a distinguished example of breaking news photography in black and white or color, which may consist of a photograph or photographs, a sequence or an album, in print or online or both, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Oded Balilty of The Associated Press for his powerful photograph of a lone Jewish woman defying Israeli security forces as they remove illegal settlers in the West Bank.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: The Associated Press Staff for its breathtaking images of brutal warfare between Israel and Hezbollah, and Michael Bryant of The Philadelphia Inquirer for his poignant photographs of the devastating injury to Barbaro, the famed racehorse.
14. FEATURE PHOTOGRAPHY
For a distinguished example of feature photography in black and white or color, which may consist of a photograph or photographs, a sequence or an album, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Renee C. Byer of The Sacramento Bee for her intimate portrayal of a single mother and her young son as he loses his battle with cancer.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: Mary F. Calvert of The Washington Times for her haunting depiction of sub-Sahara African women afflicted with fistula after childbirth, and Gary Coronado of The Palm Beach Post for his vivid images of Central Americans who, desperate to enter America illegally, risk their lives leaping on Mexican freight trains rumbling northward.
B. LETTERS AND DRAMA PRIZES
1. FICTION
For distinguished fiction by an American author, preferably dealing with American life, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy (Alfred A. Knopf).
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: "After This" by Alice McDermott (Farrar, Straus and Giroux), and "The Echo Maker" by Richard Powers (Farrar, Straus and Giroux).
2. DRAMA
For a distinguished play by an American author, preferably original in its source and dealing with American life, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to "Rabbit Hole" by David Lindsay-Abaire
Nominated as finalists in this category were: "Orpheus X" by Rinde Eckert, "Bulrusher" by Eisa Davis, and "Elliot, a Soldier's Fugue" by Quiara Alegria Hudes.
3. HISTORY
For a distinguished book upon the history of the United States, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to "The Race Beat: The Press, the Civil Rights Struggle, and the Awakening of a Nation" by Gene Roberts and Hank Klibanoff (Alfred A. Knopf).
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: "Middle Passages: African American Journeys to Africa, 1787-2005" by James T. Campbell (The Penguin Press), and "Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community, and War" by Nathaniel Philbrick (Viking).
4. BIOGRAPHY
For a distinguished biography or autobiography by an American author, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to "The Most Famous Man in America: The Biography of Henry Ward Beecher" by Debby Applegate (Doubleday).
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: "John Wilkes: The Scandalous Father of Civil Liberty" by Arthur H. Cash (Yale University Press), and "Andrew Carnegie" by David Nasaw (The Penguin Press).
5. POETRY
For a distinguished volume of original verse by an American author, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to "Native Guard" by Natasha Trethewey (Houghton Mifflin).
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: "The Republic of Poetry" by Martin Espada (W.W. Norton), and "Interrogation Palace: New & Selected Poems 1982-2004" by David Wojahn (University of Pittsburgh Press).
6. GENERAL NONFICTION
For a distinguished book of nonfiction by an American author that is not eligible for consideration in any other category, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to "The Looming Tower: Al-Qaeda and the Road to 9/11" by Lawrence Wright (Alfred A. Knopf).
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: "Crazy: A Father's Search Through America's Mental Health Madness" by Pete Earley (G.P. Putnam's Sons), and "Fiasco: The American Military Adventure in Iraq" by Thomas E. Ricks (The Penguin Press).
C. PRIZE IN MUSIC
For distinguished musical composition by an American that has had its first performance or recording in the United States during the year, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to "Sound Grammar" by Ornette Coleman, recording released September 12, 2006.
Also nominated as finalists in this category were: "Grendel" by Elliot Goldenthal, premiered June 8, 2006 by the Los Angeles Opera at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, libretto by Julie Taymor and J.D. McClatchy, and "Astral Canticle" by Augusta Read Thomas, premiered June 1, 2006 by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (G. Schirmer, Inc.).
SPECIAL CITATIONS
A Special Citation to Ray Bradbury for his distinguished, prolific and deeply influential career as an unmatched author of science fiction and fantasy.
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Posthumous Special Citation to composer John Coltrane for his masterful improvisation, supreme musicianship and iconic centrality to the history of jazz.
SPECIAL RECOGNITION
The 1980 Pulitzer Prize for Spot News Photography to Jahangir Razmi, an Iranian photographer, for his picture of a firing squad in Iran. (The picture was published anonymously around the world in 1979 but the identity of the photographer was unknown until revealed in December, 2006.)
The Pulitzer Prize Board made its recommendations for the 2007 prizes when it met at Columbia on April 12 and 13 and passed them to President Lee C. Bollinger. It announced that the awards would be presented at a luncheon on May 21 at Columbia University.
Thomas L. Friedman, Anders Gyllenhaal and Gregory L. Moore were re-elected to membership on the board.
The members of the Pulitzer Prize Board are:
President Bollinger; Danielle Allen, professor, Department of Classics and Political Science and the Committee on Social Thought, University of Chicago; Jim Amoss, editor, The New Orleans Times-Picayune; Amanda Bennett, executive editor/enterprise, Bloomberg News; Joann Byrd, former editor of the editorial page, Seattle Post- Intelligencer; Kathleen Carroll, senior vice president and executive editor, Associated Press; Thomas L. Friedman, columnist, The New York Times; Donald E. Graham, chairman, The Washington Post; Anders Gyllenhaal, executive editor, The Miami Herald; Jay T. Harris, director, The Center for the Study of Journalism and Democracy, University of Southern California; David M. Kennedy, Donald J. McLachlan professor of history, Stanford University; Nicholas Lemann, dean, Graduate School of Journalism, Columbia University; Ann Marie Lipinski, senior vice president and editor, Chicago Tribune; Gregory L. Moore, editor, The Denver Post; Richard Oppel, editor, Austin American-Statesman; Michael Pride, editor, Concord (N.H.) Monitor; Paul Steiger, managing editor, The Wall Street Journal (chair); Paul Tash, editor, CEO and chairman, St. Petersburg Times; and Sig Gissler, administrator of the Prizes. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 16, 2007
Van Morrison's The Best of Van Morrison, Volume 3 to Be Released June 19 by Manhattan/EMI : GlobalGiants.com
2-CD Collection Features 31 Tracks, Including Previously Unreleased Collaborations With Tom Jones and Bobby Bland.
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., April 16 -- Manhattan/EMI Music Catalog Marketing will release The Best of Van Morrison, Volume 3 on June 19. The new 2-CD collection, compiled by Morrison himself, offers a comprehensive overview of his later material. The set's 31 tracks include previously unreleased collaborations with Tom Jones and Bobby Bland, as well as duets with John Lee Hooker, B.B. King and Ray Charles. |GlobalGiants.com|
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2008 Jeep® Liberty – All-new From the Ground Up : GlobalGiants.com
All-new 2008 Jeep® Liberty remains true to its legendary 4x4 heritage.
The Jeep® Liberty has remained a leader in the mid-size sport-utility vehicle (SUV) market since its introduction in 2002.
All-new from the ground up for 2008, the Jeep Liberty remains true to its legendary 4x4 heritage by offering two Jeep Trail Rated® four-wheel-drive systems – Command-Trac® and the all-new Selec-Trac® II. On-road ride and handling have been improved and refined with the new independent front suspension, new five-link rear suspension and rack-and-pinion steering.
The Liberty’s exterior has been redesigned, and takes on a more rugged, classic Jeep look that is sure to captivate the attention of current Jeep Liberty owners and broaden its consumer appeal. |GlobalGiants.com|
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111th Running of the Boston Marathon: April 16th : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: The 111th running of the Boston Marathon is taking place today April 16. (Reuters Images) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Infiniti Coupe Concept in Villa D'este Beauty Contest : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Infiniti Coupe Concept, contestant in 2007 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este.
ROLLE, Switzerland -- The dramatic Infiniti Coupe Concept has been selected to compete in the 2007 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, the most traditional of all beauty contests for classic automobiles and contemporary concept cars.
The annual contest will be held from April 20-23 at the Grand Hotel Villa d'Este on Lake Como, Italy - the site of the Concorso since its origin in 1929.
The Coupe Concept, a design exploration of future Infiniti sports coupe concepts, was created by Nissan Motor Co.'s design headquarters in Atsugi, Japan and was first unveiled at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. Shiro Nakamura, senior vice president and chief creative officer at Nissan, will represent the company at the event.
Highlights of the coupe concept's exterior design include a full-length glass panel roof, modulated front fenders, large projector headlights, hidden door handles and large 20-inch, 9-spoke painted aluminum-alloy wheels. The stunning exterior is matched with an elegant interior featuring an Infiniti signature "double-wave" instrument panel, textured aluminum accents and a sweeping center console.
The Infiniti luxury brand was first launched in 1989 in the US. Today it is also sold in Canada, Taiwan, the Middle East, Korea and Russia. Later this year the brand will go on sale in China and the Ukraine. The brand will also be introduced across Europe in the latter half of 2008. |GlobalGiants.com|
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International Organization Licenses Microsoft's New Multicolor Bar Code Technology for Identifying Audiovisual Works : GlobalGiants.com
Consumers and businesses alike expected to benefit from information-bearing capability of new bar code format.
Photo: Microsoft Corp.'s High Capacity Color Barcode technology, developed within Microsoft Research, assists in identifying commercial audiovisual works such as motion pictures and video games. By scanning the multicolor bar code with a webcam or suitable cell phone camera, consumers can obtain information such as ratings identification, promotions and pricing. The International Standard Audiovisual Number International Agency licensed the bar code and will make it available to other organizations, starting with DVD media, later this year. (Microsoft Corp.) |GlobalGiants.com|
REDMOND, Wash. and GENEVA, April 16 -- Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) and the International Standard Audiovisual Number International Agency (ISAN-IA) today announced an agreement whereby ISAN-IA has licensed Microsoft's new High Capacity Color Barcode (HCCB) technology developed by Microsoft Research to assist in the identification of commercial audiovisual works such as motion pictures, video games, broadcasts, digital video recordings and other media.
The ISAN-IA, which coordinates a globally recognized identification system for audiovisual works, will make the Microsoft(R)-developed bar code available to other organizations for use in tracking, helping protect and manage their audiovisual content. The new multicolor bar code is expected to start appearing on DVD media toward the end of 2007. ISAN-IA also said several of its registration agencies will use the innovative technology to help their customers derive more accountability and value from their media asset libraries. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 15, 2007
Airbus starts painting first A380 for Singapore Airlines : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: The first A380 for delivery to programme launch customer Singapore Airlines enters the paint hanger at Airbus’ Hamburg, Germany (April 11) (Airbus S.A.S. 2007 - photographer C. Brinkmann ©) |GlobalGiants.com|
Following timely completion of the cabin installation of the first A380 for Singapore Airlines, Airbus has started the paintwork on this aircraft. The A380 will stay about three weeks in the company's paint-shop in Hamburg/Germany. In addition to the actual painting, most of the other work in the paint-shop is cleaning, grinding, masking and unmasking the 3,100 square metres of surface of the A380.
About 3,600 liters of chromate-free paint is used for three layers of paint (primer, customer-paint, top-coat) for an A380. Only 600 to 1,000 kg of paint stays on the aircraft. Each layer is only measuring about 0.120 mm and is able to withstand differences in temperatures of about 100 degrees Celsius.
Airbus is applying the most modern and environmental friendly techniques for the A380 painting process. Electrostatic pistols are used to minimize paint mist. Used air is cleaned and washed through a multi-stage cleaning process to ensure that paint particles are disposed separately. |GlobalGiants.com|
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HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST: SENATOR JOSEPH BIDEN : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Gens. Paul Kern (from left), Charles Krulak and Joseph Hoar, co-chairs of a nonpartisan gathering of retired generals and admirals, discuss U.S. detention and interrogation policies with Senator Joseph Biden (D-Del.). He was the second presidential candidate to meet with the group, which will not issue any endorsements, but seeks to promote policies consistent with American laws, values and interests. The meetings are April 13-15 at Franklin Pierce Law Center inConcord, N.H. (HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST) |GlobalGiants.com|
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Student Team Achieves More than 1900 Miles Per Gallon at the First Shell Eco-marathon(TM) Americas : GlobalGiants.com
Challenge featured a range of student-built vehicles powered by hydrogen, solar, ethanol blend and gasoline powered engines.
Photo: Students from California State Polytechnic University celebrate their victory with an astonishing 1902.7 miles per gallon in the Shell Eco-marathon America's challenge at the CA Speedway in Fontana, CA. The challenge measured the farthest distance using the least amount of fuel. "I hope teams like ours will help shape the vehicles people drive years from now and those vehicles will be more environmentally friendly," said Tom Heckel, manager for Cal Poly's Super Mileage team. (Shell Oil Company, Bob Riha, Jr) |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: California State Polytechnic University student Kevin Fang drove the winning internal combustion engine to a first-place victory with an astonishing 1902.7 miles per gallon after in the Shell Eco-marathon America's challenge at the CA Speedway in Fontana, CA, Saturday, April 14, 2007. The challenge measured the farthest distance using the least amount of fuel. (Shell Oil Company, Bob Riha, Jr) |GlobalGiants.com|
HOUSTON, April 15 -- Students from the across the U.S. and Canada competed yesterday at the first Shell Eco-marathon(TM) Americas. Shell challenged the engineering students to drive their vehicles the farthest distance using the least amount of fuel, either conventional or alternative. While all of the teams accomplished impressive fuel economy figures, team Cal Poly San Luis Obispo won the challenge with an astonishing 1902.7 miles per gallon.
After more than 20 successful years in Europe and the United Kingdom, the world-renowned Shell Eco-marathon(TM) made its debut in the United States as the Shell Eco-marathon(TM) Americas. From vehicle design to financing, student participants gain hands-on experience managing their project and applying skills in science, technology, mathematics, business and design. Throughout the project, they demonstrate hard work, creativity and ingenuity, while addressing one of the most pressing issues in today's society: sustainable mobility.
The 2007 European Shell Eco-marathon(TM) event is set to take place at the Nogaro Racing Circuit in the South of France on May 11-13, 2007. With more than 250 teams from educational institutions in 20 different countries, this year's event is set to be the biggest ever. The teams are not only competing to break the European Shell Eco-marathon(TM) fuel efficiency record, but also competing for a host of coveted other awards in various categories -- from best Urban Concept vehicle (designed for normal road car use), to the most eco-friendly vehicle with the lowest emissions, best technical innovation, most impressive design and most effective communications campaign. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 14, 2007
HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST: HILLARY CLINTON : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Gens. Charles Krulak (left) and Joseph Hoar, co-chairs of a nonpartisan gathering of retired generals and admirals, discuss U.S. detention and interrogation policies with Senator Hillary Clinton (D-N.Y.). She was the first of several presidential candidates to meet with the group, which will not issue any endorsements, but seeks to promote policies consistent with American laws, values and interests. The meetings take place April 13-15 at Franklin Pierce Law Center in Concord, N.H. (Human Rights First) |GlobalGiants.com|
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SEAWORLD & BUSCH GARDENS CONSERVATION FUND : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: In Belize the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund is helping researchers address the increase in watercraft-related injuries and mortality among Antillean manatees. The resulting data is helping the local community effectively manage boating activities while protecting this endangered species. (SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund) |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: In addition to supporting rescue and rehabilitation efforts for bald eagles and other raptors in the U.S., the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund is helping recovery efforts for the Philippine eagle and Spanish Imperial eagle, among the most endangered birds in the world. (SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund) |GlobalGiants.com|
Photo: Over the past two years alone, the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund has granted nearly $50,000 to an innovative and successful breeding program for the Mexican gray wolf - the rarest wolf in the world. (SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund) (PHOTOGRAPHER: Joel Sartore/National Geographic) |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 13, 2007
SILVER DOLLAR CITY -- THE GIANT SWING : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Mid-America's most acclaimed theme park Silver Dollar City debuts its newest thrill ride The Giant Swing, a $6 million ride that launches riders more than seven stories in the air -- and nearly upside down -- at roller- coaster speeds. The Giant Swing, opening at the 1880s-style theme park near Branson, Mo., is the first ride of its kind to be highly themed. |GlobalGiants.com|
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High Speed Train for Spain from Siemens Transportation Systems : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: The Spanish National Railway Renfe will operate the Siemens Velaro high-speed train at a regular speed of 350 km/h. Earlier, the Velaro reached the world record speed of 404 km/h. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 12, 2007
The New York Times Adds to Its Delivery Fleet the First Medium-duty Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Dodge Sprinter plug-in hybrid for The New York Times delivery fleet. (Photo Credit: DaimlerChrysler) |GlobalGiants.com|
The New York Times has been selected to receive the first medium-duty plug-in hybrid vehicle on the East Coast of the United States, and the first of its kind in New York State, as part of a commercial fleet performance demonstration and technology evaluation process.
The van, a Dodge Sprinter plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), will be housed at The New York Times printing plant in College Point, Queens. It will be used to transport New York Times newspapers to The Times’s headquarters in midtown Manhattan, as well as to different locations in the New York City area. It will also travel to The Times’s plant in Edison, N.J.
The Dodge Sprinter plug-in hybrid was made available to The Times by a partnership between DaimlerChrysler, the New York Power Authority (NYPA), Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and Con Edison. The partnership was created to test and evaluate plug-in hybrid technology in real world driving environments. DaimlerChrysler is the only automaker to test plug-in hybrid technology with customers within the United States. |GlobalGiants.com|
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2007 Ford HySERIES Edge Concept : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: 2007 Ford HySERIES Edge Concept on the streets of Manhattan during the New York International Auto Show. |GlobalGiants.com|
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GM Chevrolet SRV for India : GlobalGiants.com
Photos: Chevrolet SRV (India). (General Motors Photos) |GlobalGiants.com|
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New SeaWorld Web Site to Feature Photographs and Reflections From Park Guests Past and Present: GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Baby Shamu performs at SeaWorld during a recent performance of "Believe." The photograph was submitted for SeaWorld's Web site redesign by park guests Steven Joshua Koontz and Daniella Koontz. (Busch Entertainment Corporation) |GlobalGiants.com|
ST. LOUIS -- SeaWorld is launching a new Web site and it needs your help. The Orlando, Fla., San Diego, Calif., and San Antonio, Texas marine life adventure parks have issued a call for photographs and reflections from park visitors that will form the backbone of the parks' new Web site.
According to Joseph A. Couceiro, Corporate Marketing Vice-President for SeaWorld's parent company, Busch Entertainment Corp., the strategy is intended to create a true interactive online experience for fans of SeaWorld and to engage them before and after their visit.
Photo: SeaWorld guest Daniella Koontz watches bottlenose dolphins with her daughter Lillian Ava in a photograph taken by Steven Joshua Koontz, the first guest photo accepted by SeaWorld as part of a Web site design that will feature photos and accounts from its guests. (Busch Entertainment Corporation) |GlobalGiants.com|
"By our reckoning something approaching a billion photographs have been taken by SeaWorld guests," he said, noting that the estimate excludes the thousands of cameras and SeaWorld photographs ruined in the infamous 'Splash Zone' at Shamu Stadium. "The history of these parks is in shoeboxes across America and around the world. There are remarkable photos of families enjoying SeaWorld in those boxes and we want them."
In addition to SeaWorld, Busch Entertainment Corporation operates Busch Gardens parks in Tampa, Fla. and Williamsburg, Va.; Discovery Cove in Orlando; Sesame Place in Langhorne, Pa. near Philadelphia; Adventure Island in Tampa; Water Country USA in Williamsburg. Aquatica, SeaWorld's water park, is under construction in Orlando and is scheduled to open next spring. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 11, 2007
Drew Barrymore Takes on Leading Role with CoverGirl : GlobalGiants.com
Actress and Filmmaker Signs as CoverGirl and Co-Creative Director.
Photo: Drew Barrymore takes on leading role as a new CoverGirl spokesmodel.
HUNT VALLEY, Md., April 11 -- Actress Drew Barrymore is starring in her first major beauty campaign with CoverGirl, the best selling makeup brand in the U.S. Drew will be not only the newest face in CoverGirl advertisements, but also the co-creative director for her first advertising commercial to debut in January 2008.
Since its introduction in 1961, CoverGirl has helped numerous modeling careers and was one of the first brands to link models' names and faces with a product. The long list of famous CoverGirl models includes Queen Latifah, Christie Brinkley, Cheryl Tiegs, Rachel Hunter, Tyra Banks, Niki Taylor and Molly Sims, and the brand is known for consistently signing models that embody both inner and outer beauty, such as current spokesmodel Queen Latifah. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Joshua Bell Awarded Avery Fisher Prize : GlobalGiants.com
Sony BMG Masterworks Releases the Essential Joshua Bell.
Photo: Violinist Joshua Bell receives the 2007 Avery Fisher Prize from actress Glenn Close in a ceremony Tuesday, April 10, at the Stanley Kaplan Penthouse at New York's Lincoln Center. As the prizewinner, Bell receives a $75,000 honorarium, with his name added to the list of past winners on a marble plaque in the lobby of Avery Fisher Hall.
NEW YORK, April 11 -- Violin virtuoso Joshua Bell was presented the 2007 Avery Fisher Prize by actress Glenn Close at the Stanley Kaplan Penthouse at New York's Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on April 10. Paying tribute to Bell, who received a $75,000 honorarium and his name added to the list of past winners on a marble plaque installed at Avery Fisher Hall, were Nathan Leventhal, Chairman of the Avery Fisher Artist Program, Frank A. Bennack Jr., Chairman of Lincoln Center, Charles Avery Fisher and Nancy Fisher.
Just days before on April 3rd, SONY BMG Masterworks released "The Essential Joshua Bell," a two-disc collection of excerpts from the violinist's greatest recordings, bringing a new dimension to the critically acclaimed, best-selling "Essential" series that celebrates the greatest names in recorded music. Bell himself assisted in choosing the repertoire for this release, featuring his favorite tracks, making it the definitive Joshua Bell collection.
Grammy(R) Award winner Joshua Bell has been captivating audiences worldwide for over two decades since coming to national attention at age 14 with his highly acclaimed orchestral debut with Riccardo Muti and the Philadelphia Orchestra. Named Billboard Magazine's "2004 Classical Artist of the Year" and a Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame inductee, Joshua joined Sony Classical, a SONY BMG Masterworks label in 1996. His latest recording, "Voice of the Violin," debuted at #1 on the Billboard Charts, and his recording of the "Red Violin Concerto" will be released September 4th.
The prestigious Avery Fisher Prize is awarded for outstanding achievement and excellence in music. The late Mr. Fisher's devotion to music and performers was immortalized with a gift to Lincoln Center in 1974, establishing the Avery Fisher Artist Program.
RCA Red Seal, Sony Classical, deutsche harmonia mundi, Masterworks Broadway and Masterworks Jazz are labels of Sony BMG Masterworks. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Abbott Opens New Biotechnology Manufacturing Facility in Puerto Rico : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Hon. Anibal Acevedo-Vila, Governor of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and Abbott employees celebrate the official opening of Abbott Biotechnology Limited (ABL), the state-of-the-art biologic manufacturing facility in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico. ABL employs 250 people, bringing Abbott's total employment in Puerto Rico to 2,400. ABL is Abbott's single-largest capital investment, costing approximately $450 million. ABL is now the main production facility for HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab), Abbott's leading pharmaceutical product with 2006 sales exceeding $2 billion. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Celebrities Start Their Engines for a New ABC Television Reality Series, 'Fast Cars & Superstars -- Gillette Young Guns Celebrity Race' : GlobalGiants.com
Celebrities Learn from Pro Stock Car Drivers and Compete for the Checkered Flag.
Photo: While taking a breather between practice laps, Jewel chats with driving instructor Corey LaCosta during the taping of the new reality show, "Fast Cars and Superstars -- Gillette Young Guns Celebrity Race." Jewel, along with eleven other celebrity drivers, including Serena Williams and William Shatner, will partner with the Gillette Young Guns, six of stock car racing's most talented and popular drivers, to learn what it takes to win on the race track.
BOSTON, April 11 -- Celebrities including Jewel, Tony Hawk, Serena Williams and William Shatner are dreaming of life in the fast lane, as they race to the finish in the new reality show, "Fast Cars & Superstars -- Gillette Young Guns Celebrity Race," a 7-episode series to air on ABC prime time beginning Thursday, June 7. Twelve celebrity drivers will partner with the Gillette Young Guns -- six of stock car racing's most talented and popular drivers -- to learn what it takes to win on the race track.
The show will explore the interaction of top young stock car drivers with stars from the world of sports, music and entertainment, featuring drama and competition on and off the race track. In each episode, viewers will watch celebrities train with a Gillette Young Guns driver. The show will culminate in a one-hour finale where the celebrities will be coached from the pits by their Gillette Young Guns instructors, and compete against each other during a time-trial race. |GlobalGiants.com|
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RAYTHEON COMPANY JLENS : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Raytheon's JLENS recently completed a successful system functional review. JLENS consists of a long-range surveillance radar and a high-performance fire control radar, each integrated onto a large aerostat connected by a tether to a ground-based processing station. The system provides over-the-horizon detection and tracking of incoming cruise missiles. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 10, 2007
Timex T Series(TM) Collection Bows for Spring 2007 : GlobalGiants.com
Watchmaker brings "modern classic" style back to the forefront.
MIDDLEBURY, Conn., April 10 -- Timex introduces Timex T Series(TM), a new line of fashion timepieces for the spring season. The collection revisits the iconic design heritage that became the foundation for the Timex brand in the 1950s. The watches blend traditional design with contemporary details and technological innovations, creating time's new modern classic.
Founded in 1854, Timex Group is a privately owned company. The Timex Group manufactures and distributes Timex, TX, Ironman, Expedition, Vincent Berard, Versace, Valentino, Guess, Ecko and Nautica watches. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Reader's Digest Picks 'America's 100 Best' : GlobalGiants.com
A Celebration of the Best People, Places and Pleasures.
PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y., April 10 -- Where can you find the Best High-Tech High School? What bakery offers the Best Frosting Fix? Who has this country's Best Poker Face? After searching America for the best people, places, ideas and innovations, the editors of Reader's Digest celebrate the wonderful, wacky and truly remarkable in the magazine's May issue, the fourth annual "America's 100 Best," on newsstands April 17.
After speaking to hundreds of experts and ordinary folk, the editors tested, tasted and debated everything from the Best Gotta-Have-It Brownie to the Best Lasting Logo to the Best Athlete's Feat (Stephon Marbury's Starbury One basketball shoes). The resulting list covers the Arts, Business & Finance, Health, Food, Science & Technology, Society & Culture, Sports & Fitness, Transportation, Travel and more.
Reader's Digest reaches about 80 million readers worldwide each month. Reader's Digest is published in 21 languages and 50 editions worldwide. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 9, 2007
APPLE IPOD : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Apple(R) today announced that the 100 millionth iPod(R) has been sold, making the iPod the fastest selling music player in history. |GlobalGiants.com|
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MGM CAST MEMBERS : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Cast members of MGM's upcoming movie Stargate: Continuum last week shot scenes on location in the bone chilling temperatures of the Arctic. Pictured (top left to right): Executive Producer John Smith, Director Martin Wood Pictured (bottom left to right): Stargate SG-1 Actors Richard Dean Anderson (General Jack O'Neill), Amanda Tapping (Lt. Col. Samantha Carter) and Ben Browder (Lt. Colonel Cameron Mitchell). |GlobalGiants.com|
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ABBOTT ENCOURAGES SCIENCE EDUCATION : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: Local Family Science event makes learning fun. Lara Iriarte (left), a student at Clearview Elementary in Waukegan, conducts a hands-on science experiment with the help of Brian Becker, a scientist from Abbott, the global health care company headquartered in Chicago's northern suburbs. The Abbott event focused on encouraging interest in science education; according to the National Science Board, the U.S. dropped from 3rd to 17th in the world in number of college students studying science and engineering. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 8, 2007
The A380 makes a big impression during its U.S. debut : GlobalGiants.com
Photo: A380 Route Proving - The A380 is serviced at John K. Kennedy International Airport after its 19 March arrival on the aircraft’s debut appearance in the United States.
The A380 has completed a highly successful series of route proving flights, underscoring the aircraft's ability to operate at gateways around the world - while also generating excitement that comes with the introduction of a new way to fly.
These latest evaluations involved the participation of A380 customer Lufthansa and were focused primarily on the United States, with the aircraft making visits to New York, Chicago and Washington, D.C. The A380 was given an enthusiastic welcome at each of the American stopovers, and it provided impressive demonstrations of the aircraft's low noise levels, excellent manoeuvrability and interoperability with various airport runways, taxiways and terminal facilities.
Photo: A380 Route Proving - New York's JFK airport was the first destination of the A380 Route Proving exercise.
The 12-day commercial route proving missions began with a typical trans-Atlantic crossing for Lufthansa - departing its Frankfurt hub airport on 19 March for New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport. The A380 carried more than 400 passengers, touching down to cheers and applause at one of America's busiest airports.
Photo: A380 Route Proving - The A380 visited Hong Kong on Saturday 24 March 2007 during its second route proving trip.
View Movie: The Airbus A380 takes off from Toulouse on first passenger flight.
In the following days, the A380 performed a New York-Chicago roundtrip, an eastbound Atlantic return crossing to Frankfurt, and a long-range flight to Hong Kong. Arriving back at Frankfurt on 25 March, ground crews made a realistic airline turnaround of the aircraft in 95 minutes, readying the A380 for its departure to Washington, D.C. This important demonstration highlighted the A380's ability to be processed rapidly at the world's gateway airports, including deplaning and boarding, fuelling, cabin preparation and aircraft servicing. |GlobalGiants.com|
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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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Benetton: Dress your face! Not with makeup or a daring piercing or tattoo : GlobalGiants.com
Dress Your Face is an idea resulting from a partnership between Allison and the Benetton Group. Men and women can create their own United Colors of Benetton glasses every day, depending on their look and mood.
You choose from among six different metal frame designs, each one available in three variations - gold-plated, silver-plated or gun metal gray - with flexible sides and transparent endpieces engraved with the brand's knit stitch logo.
A simple click attaches three types of very light Grilamid covers to the frame: covering the whole, upper half or just the top.
The covers come in a choice of colors that you would expect from United Colors of Benetton: solid colors from gaudy to delicate, streaked, shaded, flamed, shiny and opaque tones, with two or three colors used together. And versions for women include applications of minute, sparkling and ultra-feminine Swarovski crystals.
To summarize: 18 frames, 87 different covers to create as many pairs of glasses. |GlobalGiants.com|
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The Sisley brand inaugurates a store in Paris : GlobalGiants.com
SISILY at one of the French capital’s most sophisticated districts, Saint Germain des Prés, Rue du Four.
Paris: The SISILY store inauguration in Paris is a continuation of the brand’s expansion programme aimed at bringing the Sisley style and image to the leading shopping streets of the world’s major cities through prestigious single-brand stores. On the heels of the recent opening in Lyons on the buzzing Rue de Gasparin, the inauguration in Paris will be followed by another new Sisley store in Cannes. These new monobrand stores are in addition to the 40 shops-within-a-shop already present in France. The latest French stores are part of an international expansion plan which includes recent new openings in New Delhi and Tokyo, with Budapest and London to follow shortly. |GlobalGiants.com|
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Boeing, Travel Service Agree to 787 Dreamliner Order : GlobalGiants.com
SEATTLE -- The Boeing Company has announced that Travel Service, a Prague-based charter carrier, ordered one Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, and holds purchase rights for one more.
Travel Service already operates an all-Boeing fleet of 10 737s, including eight Next-Generation 737-800s. The company offers charter flights to more than 233 airports on four continents, as well as low-cost scheduled service to major European destinations through its Smart Wings brand. The airline celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. |GlobalGiants.com|
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April 1, 2007
Former U.S. President Carter Announces Los Angeles as Host City for Habitat for Humanity's 2007 'Jimmy Carter Work Project' : GlobalGiants.com
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles kicks off three-year campaign to build and repair homes; raise awareness of affordable housing issues.
Photo: Former U.S. President and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Jimmy Carter, along with his wife, Rosalynn, announce Los Angeles as host city for the 2007 Habitat for Humanity "Jimmy Carter Work Project." Carter was joined by Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa (pictured), along with Erin Rank, president/CEO of Habitat for Humanity Greater Los Angeles, U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters, Los Angeles City Councilmember Janice Hahn and Los Angeles City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo. (Habitat for Humanity, Steffan Hacker)
LOS ANGELES, March 31 -- Today, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter formally announced Los Angeles as the host city for Habitat for Humanity's Jimmy Carter Work Project (JCWP) 2007. During the annual, five-day event, thousands of volunteers will build and repair 100 homes in Los Angeles.
Additionally, Habitat for Humanity's Greater Los Angeles affiliate announced the kick-off of its "Building a Greater Los Angeles" campaign, a three-year commitment to build an additional 150 homes. The campaign will incorporate ongoing programs and events that actively address the region's affordable-housing crisis.
During the JCWP, 30 new Habitat homes will be built at two sites including: 11130 S. Vermont Ave. in South Los Angeles, and at its Harborside Terrace subdivision at 308 N. Palos Verdes St. in San Pedro. An additional 70 homes belonging to low-income families will be repaired in communities throughout those areas. |GlobalGiants.com|
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