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Route1 Inc. (”Route1″ or the “Company”) (TSX VENTURE: ROI), a security and identity-based services company, today took action to correct previously granted stock options to directors, officers and employees. A review by the TSX Venture Exchange found that approximately 10,000,000 stock options granted between April 27, 2006 and the Companys most recent annual meeting held on September 24, 2009 were granted below the minimum exercise price allowable by the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange or were not publicly disclosed.

As a result of the non-compliance of the stock option grants referred to above, the board of directors (the “Board”) of the Company has cancelled the 6,241,646 outstanding options to directors and employees. Also, following the election of the new board of directors at the Companys annual and special meeting of shareholders, the 3,550,730 options to purchase common shares of the Company held by the outgoing board of directors expired on December 24, 2009 and another 3,700,000 options granted to a former officer of the Company expired on January 27, 2010, ninety days following the termination of such former officer.

After the above, all non-compliant stock options granted by the Company during the noted period have either been cancelled or have expired. The Company currently has 8,000,000 stock options outstanding.

The Board is reviewing compensation arrangements for all employees of Route1 during the first quarter of the 2010 calendar year. As part of the compensation review, the Board expects to issue new stock options that meet all regulatory requirements.

The Company has adopted policies and procedures to ensure all future stock option grants are in compliance with TSX Venture Exchange policies.

LEIDEN, Netherlands SOUTHLAKE, Texas — IntelliMagic announces IntelliMagic Balance as the first volume
migration optimization solution for z/OS environments.

IntelliMagic Balance is used during the implementation planning phase of
a storage migration. It calculates the optimal layout of volumes across
the new storage resources.

Moving data to new storage hardware using IntelliMagic Balance will
significantly impact the Return on Investment (ROI) of storage hardware.
Dr. Gilbert Houtekamer, CEO of IntelliMagic, says: “If you distribute
the volumes intelligently over the RAID array groups such that all array
groups are used more or less equally, this can easily translate to a 30%
higher throughput potential compared to manual, non-optimized placement.”

Improved balance will also result in better service levels as the risk
of creating I/O performance hotspots is minimized. If data placement is
optimized this can mean less expensive hardware can be purchased, or the
lease period for the new hardware can be four to five years instead of
three to four years.

IntelliMagic Balance can also be used to implement multiple tiers of
storage, automatically segmenting workloads by the tier of storage that
will provide the performance characteristics required. This supports the
design of a tiered storage environment with different sizes of SATA
drives, Fibre drives, and/or Solid State Drives (SSDs). Implementing
SSDs for the most active workloads not only provides better performance
for the workloads on SSD, but will also decrease the hardware
requirements for the other tiers by lowering the average back-end
activity on those tiers.

XenDesktop with FlexCast Delivery Technology Advances Scalability
Across Multiple Desktop Virtualization Models to Significantly Improve
ROI

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Citrix Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTXS) today announced dramatic
improvements in scalability across multiple virtual desktop delivery
models to address the needs of every user in the enterprise at a
significantly lower cost. Citrix
XenDesktop™ 4 with FlexCast™ delivery technology has now been
verified to deliver up to 125 VDI-based desktops, 500 hosted shared
desktops and 5,000 local streamed desktops from a single physical server
tuned to take advantage of the unique innovations of the latest Intel®
Xeon® processor™ 5500 technology. These numbers represent orders of
magnitude higher scalability than first generation VDI-only products,
enabling IT organizations to deploy desktop virtualization solutions
enterprise wide with less datacenter infrastructure and significantly
lower operating costs1. The new scalability data and testing
methodology is available today in a new desktop virtualization reference
architecture.

This advancement in virtual desktop scalability is especially
significant because it enables enterprises to deliver virtual desktops
to more users at a far lower cost. “The performance and consolidation
levels achievable by XenDesktop, deployed on Intel® Xeon® 5500 processor
based servers, are significant and compelling,” said Iddo Kadim,
director of virtualization technology for Intel’s Data Center Group.
“When combined with FlexCast delivery technology to deploy user-attuned
desktop virtualization solutions to the full range of PCs in an
enterprise, including rich desktops and laptops based on the Intel®
Core™ vPro™ processor family, it offers enterprise IT the opportunity to
balance cost, control and flexibility.”

The latest Citrix scalability tests were carefully designed to use a
mainstream server configuration. Desktop workload simulations
incorporated a real-world mix of line-of-business apps, office
productivity apps, web browsing and multimedia. The results demonstrate
that XenDesktop 4 with FlexCast can deliver up to 40 times more users
(5,000 per physical server) than competing solutions which only support
VDI-based desktops and max out at just over 100 users per physical
server. This makes XenDesktop the only solution on the market that can
truly deliver enterprise-wide virtual desktop deployments in a
cost-effective way. With XenDesktop 4, desktop virtualization can now be
implemented with 20 percent lower infrastructure costs.

“We are impressed with the hosted virtual desktop
scalability improvements Citrix has achieved with next-generation
technology from Intel,” said Phil Grove, global director, End User
Services at CSC. “With the new Intel technology in our engineering
laboratories,” he added, “we have seen significant performance
improvements in our CSC Dynamic Desktop offering, which is powered by
XenDesktop. These kinds of Improvements in the economics of desktop
virtualization from Citrix will help our joint customers move forward
with large-scale deployments this year.”

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THE number of new homes being built in England and Wales will slump this year to its lowest level since 1923. It leaves little hope of finding an affordable home for the 4.58million people on housing waiting lists. According to the National Housing Federation, house-builders are on course to build just 122,700 homes between April 2009 and March 2010 – 18,000 fewer than were built the previous financial year. They have only been able to do this with the aid of record levels of public investment and more flexible Government grants via the Home and Communities Agency.
BUILDING your own home is a dream of many but most dont get beyond sitting on the sofa watching re-runs of “Grand Designs” on TV. And if they do, then they soon discover that building a house from scratch – without any experience – can be fraught with problems, practically, financially and emotionally. so it pays to get trained up! And less than a year on from taking a course in self-building, Jacqui is well on the way to completing her chalet-style bungalow complete with gallery sitting room and roof terrace. She said: “I learned a lot on the course – not so much the practical skills which, as a landscape gardener I have, but things like budgeting and planning permission.” Jacqui paid pounds 82,000 for the plot, then cleared the whole site herself, dug up bushes, levelled the land and has been as “hands-on” as possible.
A FEW months ago, a professor e-mailed with a simple question: What are the great conservative novels? He was preparing a course on the history of American conservatism and wanted to include some fiction on his syllabus. I proposed a few titles, but his question lingered in my mind. So I asked readers of NATIONAL REVIEW ONLINE for their suggestions. I also canvassed several experts on American literature. Hundreds of ideas poured in. Here is the result: a list of ten great conservative novels, all written by Americans since the founding of the conservative movement in the 1950s. Lists such as this are always (and ideally) debatable. Yet these choices represent something of a rough consensus. Feel free to add them to your own reading syllabus. –JOHN J. MILLER 1. Advise and Consent, by Allen Drury (1959): “It may be a long time before a better [novel about Washington] comes along,” noted Saturday Review on the publication of Advise and Consent. The first work of fiction by veteran reporter Allen Drury won a Pulitzer, stayed on the bestseller lists for nearly two years, and became a well-regarded movie starring Henry Fonda and Charles Laughton. The book was loosely based on the case of Alger Hiss, and it sizzles with issues of loyalty and security. Half a century since its first publication, Advise and Consent still provides a penetrating look at Washingtons never-ending clash between ambition and integrity. The strength of the book is that even though its a political novel about a confirmation battle between the executive branch and powerful senators, it doesnt wear politics on its sleeve. Instead, Drury shares the conservatives preference for studying people, with their vices and virtues, before their stated ideologies. His novel exhibits a firm appreciation for the checks and balances at the heart of the American constitutional order as well as a sophisticated view of human nature. Even now, Advise and Consent remains a page-turning thriller that both describes and celebrates the obfuscations, oratorical mannerisms, and etiquette that are designed quite deliberately as speed bumps in the paths of the statist behemoth. That is just one reason it remains a book that every student of the U.S. Senate should read– as well as any student of American literature. 2. Midcentury, by John Dos Passos (1961): Midcentury is more than just a great conservative novel. Its one of the undiscovered classics in 20th-century literature. Dos Passos returns to the unique style he developed in his acclaimed U.S.A. trilogy, where multiple stories intersect with real-life headlines and portraits of the rich and powerful. His themes are the great issues of the 1950s: the Cold War and the aftereffects of the New Deal. Midcentury uses both fiction and history to show how Communists and organized crime corrupted labor unions, when they were at the peak of their power. The book also displays cultural foresight, especially in its portrait of a sneering James Dean titled “The Sinister Adolescents.” Dos Passos anticipates the emerging counterculture, which he interprets (controversially, but plausibly) in light of the subversion and loss of traditional institutions, as the “Greatest Generation” failed to match its bravery overseas with the efforts necessary to take on domestic adversaries. (”Why not resentful? Theres more to life; the kids knew it. Their fathers won a war but werent men enough to keep the peace, they let the politicians and pundits wheedle them into defeat; they let the goons pilfer their paychecks, too busy watching TV to resent oppression.”) Midcentury is even more remarkable because Dos Passos made his literary reputation as a socialist and is perhaps the only first-rate novelist to make a conscious journey from Left to Right over the course of his career. Never shrill, Midcentury bristles with insight and the hard-won wisdom of an exleftist who knows his history.

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PENSIONERS are being driven off the road because firms are refusing to insure them. They are also finding it difficult to get holiday cover – or having to pay sky-high premiums. The claims by Age Concern come days after the Government Equalities Office agreed insurers could take age into account when setting premiums.
Leading accident compensation specialists David Phillips and Partners are warning that many insurance companies are abusing their position in order to gain an unfair advantage in processing accident claims. The solicitors, who have offices across the country, are calling for greater regulation, in order to prevent insurers from being able to contact clients directly, before they have had chance to seek legal representation.

Unlike solicitors, who have to wait to be approached, insurance firms can contact clients directly after an accident. Many companies have been using this to their advantage by offering claim settlements before the victim has had chance to seek legal advice. In most cases, the figure they are offered is much less than they could expect to receive otherwise. In some instances, insurers have been guilty of bullying their clients into accepting offers against their will. This practice, known as Third Party Capture is currently not illegal, however, there are calls to tighten legislation in order to give consumers a fairer deal.

The Association of British Insurers has proposed a voluntary code, which would see companies who do not comply with legislation being reported to the FSA. The FSA, however, have stated that they have no plans to fully regulate third party capture but rather wait for an “industry led solution”. This has led to real concerns that insurers will continue to abuse the system. Stephen Higham, a spokesperson for David Phillips and Partners, explains:

“Solicitors have a duty to put their clients interests first, while insurers have a contractual obligation to their insurer, not to the innocent victim. For this reason, we are deeply concerned that insurers are able to abuse their positions of power to under compensate innocent victims.”

“We would advise anyone who is involved in an accident to under no circumstances accept an offer of compensation from their insurers without first consulting a solicitor.”

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HUDDERSFIELD 1 BEN MARSHALLS first goal of his loan spell rescued a point for Carlisle as Huddersfield lost ground on the play-offs. Towns Danny Livesey hit the bar with a header early on, but they went in front five minutes after the break when Anthony Pilkington headed home. Alex Smithies kept out a Scott Dobie header but he could do nothing to prevent Marshall – on loan from Stoke – picking his spot.
BEN MARSHALLS first goal of his loan spell rescued a point for Carlisle as Huddersfield lost ground on the play-off places. The visitors dominated the first half and almost took an early lead when Danny Livesey hit the bar with a header.

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Trigony Country House Hotel, near Thornhill, Dumfriesshire Where and why Deep in the lush Dumfriesshire countryside lies this laid back family-owned country house hotel. When you arrive, have a drink in the snug bar with the log fire roaring and feel all your urban angst drip away. Dogs are welcome too. Each room is different: ours was huge with stunning views. While youre there The pretty village of Thornhill is a mile or so away and historic Drumlanrig Castle is nearby. Drumlanrig has Britains only museum devoted to cycling.
Miep Gies used to say she was just an ordinary housewife. Austrian by birth, and Catholic, she married a Dutchman named Jan Gies and lived in Amsterdam. In the war, Miep and Jan helped hide Otto Frank and his family in a secret room, daily risking their own lives to do so. For Miep, Otto Franks young daughter Anne was a girl “full of the joy of just being alive,” and she remembered seeing Anne writing her diary with a look of utter intensity in her face.

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TEL AVIV, Israel — Ampal-American Israel Corporation (Nasdaq:AMPL), a holding
company in the business of acquiring and managing interests in various
businesses, with emphasis in recent years on energy, chemicals,
communications and related fields, announced today that it has been
advised by East Mediterranean Gas Co. (”EMG”), in which Ampal has a
12.5% interest, that Israel Electric Corporation (”IEC”) has informed
EMG that IEC has received all of the required approvals for the coming
into force of a certain Amendment to the Gas Sale Agreement signed by
EMG and IEC on September 17, 2009 (the “Amendment”). The total
contracted gas supply to IEC is approximately 42 BCM and the total value
of the contract is approximately $6 Billion.

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[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MAY I HAVE YOUR UNDIVIDED ATTENTION PLEASE!” Small guy, big mouth: Hes maybe 15, black, skinny kid, but his voice fills up the noisy New York City subway car and then some. “I am selling candy! I got Snickers! I got Peanut MMs! I am trying to make some money! This isnt for school, this isnt for a basketball team, this is for ME! So I can get more candy and MAKE MORE MONEY!” The straphangers appreciate his no-malarkey sales pitch and his entrepreneurial spirit. He does a bit of business, and a few people just give him a buck and skip the candy. His name is Will, and he is not turning down a dollar. But its a tough hustle: Accounting for the cost of his product and his subway pass, it takes him about three hours to earn $20 free and clear, an implied wage of $6.67 an hour–well under minimum wage. On the other hand, its tax-free, and he sets his own hours. Will wants to go to college–and then what? “Be an independent businessman.” Hes already that, and, if persistence really does pay, hes going to do fine for himself. Theres a whole weird little economy on the subway, from candy hustlers like Will to the Chinese ladies who sell pirated DVDs of movies that have just opened in the cinemas. There are acrobats and mariachi bands, good old-fashioned panhandlers, poets, preachers, and percussionists. Its all part of the famous entrepreneurial bustle of New York. But stay on that No. 4 train a few more stops, north of Harlem and into the Bronx, and that entrepreneurial energy evaporates. Not far from the Kingsbridge Road stop is the Eighth Regiment Armory, a fantastically out-of-place 575,000-square-foot brick castle. Its been a lot of different things over the years–barracks, homeless shelter, boat-show venue, a pre-creepified set for Will Smiths I Am Legend–but it currently is vacant, as are a lot of buildings in the Bronx. Passing by, late on a weekday morning, is a local who calls himself “C,” a black man as sturdily built as the armory itself. C very much wants a cigarette. This is a problem, because he is not currently in funds, in no small part because he does not have a job. In fact, at 35 years old, C has never held a job. His friends, acquaintances, known associates (C is a little foggy on whether hes on probation or parole, but hes got some known associates): no jobs, never really had them. His father? Do not ask C about his father. In fact, the only people C can think of who have jobs are women: His mother worked, the mother of his children works. He did know a woman who was dating a taxi driver once. C says he would like to work but is more of an independent businessman. He describes the informal work he has done as “this and that,” and says he would like to “have his own place,” a bar or a nightclub. But dont expect to see him selling candy on the No. 4 train anytime soon. Asked about the recently defeated plan to convert the gigantic fortress that looms over his neighborhood into a shopping mall, C says he hasnt heard about it. If the plan had gone through, Manhattan-based developer Related Companies would have received about $50 million in tax subsidies for a project that would have created as many as a thousand retail jobs and, during its construction, employed a thousand or more highly paid union hardhats. But the city council killed the project. The Bronx delegation demanded that Related enforce upon its leaseholders a requirement that all of the jobs in the mall pay at least $10 an hour, plus benefits, much more than the prevailing wage in the Forever21-and-food-court racket, to say nothing of the $7.25 minimum wage. So a $300 million project, and a couple of thousand new jobs in a neighborhood that needs them, never happened. Bronx borough president Ruben Diaz Jr. infamously declared: “The notion that any job is better than no job no longer applies.” The New York Post pithily pointed out that when it comes to real jobs, Diaz has never had one–not in the private sector, anyway–and neither has any other member of the Bronxs city-council delegation: All are lifelong politicians, many of them having held elected offices or political appointments since their early 20s. Diaz himself has been an officeholder since he was 23 years old. Its good work, if you can get it. But theres not much other work to be had in the Bronx, where unemployment is currently at about 13.1 percent. Much of the Bronx is young and black or young and Hispanic. Nationally, the unemployment rate among blacks rose to 16.2 percent in the year-end numbers, while the rate for whites fell to 9.0 percent. For black youths, the numbers are startling: 50 percent for 16-19-year-olds, 26 percent for 20-24-year-olds. A study from the Community Service Society of New York puts actual work-force participation among black men 16-65 years of age in New York City at about 50 percent, and the number for young black men nationwide is just 40 percent.

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TIBCO Software Inc. (NASDAQ: TIBX) today
announced COLT, a leading European provider of data, voice and managed
services, has selected TIBCOs cloud
software to provide organizations throughout Europe with the ability to
deploy and manage enterprise applications across physical, virtual and
cloud infrastructures in real-time.

The enhanced Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service
(IaaS) offerings for cloud services, offered by COLT, will rapidly bring
flexibility and scalability into the business, especially for organizations
operating applications in high performance computing environments.

Availability and More Information

These new COLT services will be rolled out in a staged approach during
2010, with introductory services available to beta customers prior to
general availability during the second quarter of 2010. Additional upgrades
will also be introduced throughout 2010.

IRVINE, Calif. — Kofax plc (LSE: KFX), the leading provider of document driven
business process automation solutions, today announces Interim Results
for the six months ended 31 December 2009.

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IRVINE, Calif. — Kofax plc (LSE: KFX), the leading provider of document driven
business process automation solutions, today announces Interim Results
for the six months ended 31 December 2009.

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MACCLESFIELD 0 SHREWSBURY 1 STEVE LESLIES stunning second-half goal was enough to see Shrewsbury leave with the points. Macclesfield dominated the first period and could have gone ahead when Ricky Sappleton put his effort wide, while Craig Lindfield also put his shot off target.
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The stimulus bill included $4.35 billion to encourage the states to reform their schools, and President Obama has just suggested another $1.35 billion. The program is called “Race to the Top.” As Stephen Spruiell explains on page 24 of this issue, Rick Perry, the Republican governor of Texas, has turned down his states share of the money.

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By Jan Biles A homeless shelter in Junction City will be getting a face-lift by the local Elks lodge this spring. Junction City Elks Lodge No. 1037 has received a $10,000 Impact Grant from the Elks National Foundation to renovate, repair and expand the capacity of Open Door Community House Emergency Shelter, said Brenda King, project manager and 15-year member of the lodge. Most of the work will involve updating and renovating five rooms in the mens living quarters at the shelter. “Well actually begin doing the work in March,” King said. “One hundred percent of the work will be done by our Elks members.”
Save The World Technologies
(PINKSHEETS: SWTG) today announced that following entering into a deed of
settlement that the company will discontinue any and all involvement in the
tree business, agroforestry and related carbon sequestration projects.

Effective 31 March 2010, control of Save The World Technologies (SWTG) will
be handed back to the Muller Group with all current Directors and officers
resigning and Lynn Muller appointed as Director and President.

Martin Tindall will continue as acting-President to facilitate the
changeover until his resignation becomes effective 31 March 2010.

During this period independent shareholders of SWTG wishing to maintain an
investment in the tree and forestry related business will be provided an
opportunity to exchange their SWTG shares to ECO2 Forests shares through a
non-affiliate third party, also a party to the deed of settlement.

CITROEN has announced that a new subsidiary has been created in Ireland. Citroen now imports its cars directly and manages its affairs in Ireland independent of any distributor.

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SAN LEANDRO — Alameda County residents will find it harder to access county services. Road maintenance will be delayed. Safety improvements projects will be put on hold. Delays in environmental reports are likely. Backlogs may develop in processing assessment appeals. Those were pieces of a tough fiscal year Supervisor Alice Lai- Bitker described in her final State of the County District 3 speech Thursday evening, while also noting recent accomplishments and previewing some of her goals before she leaves office later this year. Despite the bleak news, the supervisor highlighted signs of recovery, particularly in her district, which includes San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Alameda, portions of Ashland, and the Chinatown and Fruitvale areas of Oakland. In San Leandro, for example, plans for large transit-oriented developments are moving forward, Lai-Bitker said.
MARTINEZ — Under a deal crafted to keep the Martinez library open 35 hours per week, the city will take over building maintenance from the county. Struggling to meet growing demand for library services as its budget shrinks, the Contra Costa County library system has asked cities to pay for custodians, utilities, repairs and other maintenance costs. In return, the county provides 35 hours per week of library service. The city estimates maintenance costs of about $65,000 per year, once a planned $2 million library renovation project is complete. Martinez had suggested taking over maintenance of the city-owned building if the county continued to pay for utilities, furniture, phones and computers. But the county demurred, saying it would cut an hour from the weekly schedule to recoup those costs. Finally, the two sides agreed the city would pay for building upkeep and the county would maintain the 35 hour-per-week schedule at no cost to the city from March 1 through the end of fiscal year 2010-11.
AUSTIN, Texas — Emerson Process Management, a global business of Emerson (NYSE:EMR),
announced today it has entered into a 5-year Global Framework Agreement
(GFA) with Shell to serve as a Main Automation Contractor (MAC) on
future capital projects globally.

Under the Agreement, Emerson will provide project and support services
for Main Automation Systems, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
and Safety Instrumented Systems. The contract also provides for ongoing
maintenance of existing systems, plus the supply of new systems for
Brownfield and Greenfield facilities.

While Shell has utilized a MAC strategy in its Downstream businesses for
years, the Company is expanding the concept to make it a center-point of
an enterprise-wide automation strategy.

“This Global Framework Agreement marks a completely new approach within
Shell,” said Nick Curley, upstream automation portfolio manager for
Shell. “It is a long-term, competitive, collaborative, performance-based
relationship that will facilitate the delivery of considerable value to
both parties. We will be looking to emulate this approach in many other
key global categories in the future.”

“This new agreement will put Emerson in a position to substantially
broaden its Main Automation Contractor footprint within Shell,” said
Ronaldo Marques, general manager, equipment, for Shell’s Enterprise
Categories Suppliers division. “For the first time in history, Emerson
will have full and open access to all Shell business units – Upstream,
Downstream, Wind, Power and Biofuels – plus affiliated Joint Ventures.”

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HAYWARD — Karl George Sanft was charged Friday with two counts of murder in the knife slayings of a security guard and truck driver at an auto lot on Tuesday. Sanft, a 34-year-old Union City resident, also was charged with carjacking and robbery related to the same spree. The murder charges carry a host of special circumstances — murdering a witness to a crime, multiple murder, and murder in the course of committing another crime — that could result in the death penalty. Police believe James Wightman, 53, witnessed what happened and was slain in the cab of his truck. The Central Point, Ore., resident worked as a transport truck driver and often did pick ups and deliveries at the lot, or used it as a place to rest, co-workers said. Sanft was arrested by Sunnyvale police later on Tuesday when they investigated reports of an “out of place” car parked in a neighborhood.
Results find 96% of consumers satisfied with work done by
independent auto repair shops

BOSTON — The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers today announced the results of
the most recent poll to determine the true need for the so-called Right
to Repair bill. Commissioned by the Alliance, The Clarus Research Group
surveyed 501 Massachusetts residents over the age of 18 who own or
regularly use one car that is no longer covered by the original
manufacturers warranty to determine if in fact consumers found
independent auto repairers unable to complete necessary automobile
maintenance and repair work.

The results show that 96% of consumers surveyed were satisfied with the
repair and maintenance work done to their cars by independent auto
repairers. And contrary to the proponents’ claims that this issue is an
epidemic in need of immediate action, only 17% percent of respondents
even knew the legislation existed.

The poll found that consumers are overwhelmingly satisfied with repair
work completed at independent auto repair shops. 91% of consumers who go
to independent auto repair shops said that they have never had a problem
getting their car serviced or repaired because the shop couldnt get
information or tools from the manufacturer. Additional results show the
independent auto repairers are already completing consumers repair
needs.

The poll also confirmed that important role independent repair shops
play in the vehicle repair industry. 58% of consumers bring their
automobile to an independent auto repair shop post warranty rather than
a dealership, while only 26% of consumers bring the car to a dealership
for post warranty repair (the remaining answered either they do the work
themselves or they did not know).

Use of Automated CPR Device Continues to Expand in Brazil and Latin
America

CHELMSFORD, Mass. — ZOLL Medical Corporation (Nasdaq GS: ZOLL), a manufacturer of medical
devices and related software solutions, announced today that SAMU
Brasilia (Servico de Atendimento Movel de Urgencia—Emergency Mobile
Treatment Service), based in the capital city of Brazil and one of the
largest EMS services in the country, has equipped its ambulances with
the AutoPulse® Non-Invasive Cardiac Support Pump.

SAMU Brasilia, which is part of the country-wide public EMS service, has
installed AutoPulse units in its fleet of ambulances, one for each
vehicle plus four spare training boards, in a contract valued at
$500,000 (U.S.). The AutoPulse was granted health clearance in January
2009 and is the only automatic chest compression system available for
sale in Brazil.

“The AutoPulse, besides promoting more effective compressions, is a
solution for one of the biggest challenges of conventional
cardiopulmonary resuscitation, the inability to transport a patient
while performing manual chest compressions,” said Rodrigo Caselli, SAMU
Manager. “With this device we are able to perform both actions
simultaneously, ensuring a faster response time for the application of
treatment without compromising the effectiveness of compressions.”

“Use of the AutoPulse continues to expand internationally,” said
Jonathan A. Rennert, President of ZOLL. “We’re seeing more and more EMS
services and hospitals realize the important value that delivering
high-quality, mechanical CPR can have on patient care and rescuer
safety.”

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February 7, 2010

WASHINGTON — On Sunday, February 7, the country will commemorate the tenth annual
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. It’s a day that reminds us that
HIV/AIDS is still a public health crisis in the US. And it’s a day when
communities and organizations across the country come together to
recognize the impact this disease has had on the African American
community.

African Americans make up almost half of Americans living with HIV/AIDS
today. Blacks represent 12 percent of the population, but account for
nearly fifty percent of new HIV infections. In their lifetimes, 1 in 16
African-American men and 1 in 30 African-American women will get an HIV
diagnosis.

These are not just startling statistics—these numbers represent people
we know and love: neighbors, friends, members of our families and our
faith communities. And it’s time that we as a nation take action: to
improve care and treatment for those who are HIV positive and to
strengthen our prevention efforts to stop the spread of HIV.

President Obama has made domestic HIV/AIDS a priority. He has set goals
of reducing HIV incidence, increasing access to care and improving
health outcomes, and reducing HIV-related health disparities. His 2011
budget includes more than $3 billion, an increase of $70 million, for
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Health
Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to enhance HIV/AIDS
prevention, care, and treatment. The budget also focuses on HIV testing
among high-risk groups, including men who have sex with men, African
Americans, and Hispanics.

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Cost of socialism In his Jan. 25 letter to the Times, Josh Trayner obliquely lauds the prospect of government-run (”socialized”) medicine by citing the assumed efficiencies of various government-monitored agencies (e.g.; the FCC and FDA). He thus conflates government oversight of relatively small, highly specific entities with management of a vastly larger and much more diverse (health care) industry. Socialism itself has had a dismal history (re: the former USSR). Swedens blended socialism has worked where the population is small, mostly concentrated and, above all, culturally homogeneous. Thats far from the case here.
ONE OF the key tenents of newspapers and the electronic media is to keep watch on whats happening in public institutions, report what is discovered and keep the public informed. Most reporters do their best to do the job right and work very hard at it. On the other hand, a few dont and they inject their personal biases and attempt to bully their way to get what they want. Peele, an investigative reporter for the Bay Area News Group, seeks salary data on Bay Area public employees so that it might be published. Hes demanding public records, which is his right to do (though approaching it with more tact would be appreciated). But, he goes over the top and insists that the public record be created in a way that suits his view of what the public needs to review the record. And, even if public agencies give him the public record, he chastises them in print and accuses them of hiding information if not presented the way he wants it. Such is the case with the city of Clayton. In January, Peele wrote an e-mail to the city seeking salary data on city employees. But he went beyond seeking the public record, he outlined how it would be presented and then in an untactful and unnecessary way lectured city officials about the law and recent court decisions as though Clayton officials were inept and would be unresponsive.
BURLINGAME — About 800 educators from across Northern California will converge here this weekend to learn the latest teaching techniques and resources. The California Teachers Associations annual Good Teaching Conference at the Hyatt Regency hotel features workshops on topics such as how to stop bullying, increase parent participation and use data to improve instruction.

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Each time President Thomas S. Monson watches the news or picks up a newspaper and learns of terrible human suffering as a result of tornadoes, floods, fires, drought, hurricanes, earthquakes or conflicts of war, he asks a moving question: “Do we have a responsibility to do something about such suffering?”
WASHINGTON — Residents and businesses affected by tornadoes, severe storms and
flooding that occurred on Jan. 21 in Bradford County, can apply for
low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration,
SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills announced today.

Administrator Mills made the loans available in response to a letter
from Florida Gov. Charlie Crist on Jan. 29, requesting a disaster
declaration by the SBA. The declaration covers the county of Bradford
and the adjacent counties of Alachua, Baker, Clay, Putnam and Union in
Florida.

“The SBA is strongly committed to providing the people of Florida with
the most effective and customer-focused response possible to assist
homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes with federal disaster
loans,” said Administrator Mills. “Getting our businesses and
communities up and running after a disaster is our highest priority at
SBA.”

“Loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace
damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible
for loans up to $40,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed
personal property,” said Frank Skaggs, director of SBA’s Disaster Field
Operations Center in Atlanta. SBA’s customer service representatives
will be on hand at the Disaster Loan Outreach Center to answer questions
about the disaster loan program, explain the process, issue and help
individuals complete their applications.

The Center will be located in the following community and will open as
indicated:

WASHINGTON — Residents and businesses affected by tornadoes, severe storms and
flooding that occurred on Jan. 21 in Bradford County, can apply for
low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration,
SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills announced today.

Administrator Mills made the loans available in response to a letter
from Florida Gov. Charlie Crist on Jan. 29, requesting a disaster
declaration by the SBA. The declaration covers the county of Bradford
and the adjacent counties of Alachua, Baker, Clay, Putnam and Union in
Florida.

“The SBA is strongly committed to providing the people of Florida with
the most effective and customer-focused response possible to assist
homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes with federal disaster
loans,” said Administrator Mills. “Getting our businesses and
communities up and running after a disaster is our highest priority at
SBA.”

“Loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace
damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible
for loans up to $40,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed
personal property,” said Frank Skaggs, director of SBA’s Disaster Field
Operations Center in Atlanta. SBA’s customer service representatives
will be on hand at the Disaster Loan Outreach Center to answer questions
about the disaster loan program, explain the process, issue and help
individuals complete their applications.

The Center will be located in the following community and will open as
indicated:

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Aquifer Solutions, Inc. is a full-service design-build environmental
engineering services firm. Our experience spans a wide range of
projects, from infrastructure and construction projects to vadose zone
and groundwater characterization and in-situ groundwater remediation.
Aquifer Solutions is a woman-owned small business headquartered in
Evergreen, Colorado.

Since its inception in 2001, the company has performed projects in 16
states in the U.S. and in Mexico, Australia, and Canada. Our clients
include government and industrial PRPs, law firms, property managers,
and consultant teaming partners.

Aquifer Solutions is an international leader in soil and groundwater
remediation technology application. We solve the toughest remediation
problems with an approach that balances disciplined performance,
client-inspired mindful execution, and resourceful implementation.

Our remediation expertise and hands-on track record of success spans
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ATLANTA — Booth 6051: JAOtech is launching its new look 2010 range of
patient bedside Smart Terminals in the USA at HIMSS show in Atlanta on
March 1-4, 2010.

The 2010 Zivo, Jima and Obie terminals benefit from the latest high
performance, low power Intel Atom processors as well as a considerable
weight reduction due to an aluminium chassis. Also included are a wealth
of additional features and an updated stylish yet practical design.

Constructed in anti-bacterial plastics to medical grade standard, and
fully sealed for easy cleaning, JAOtech Smart Terminals have become the
de-facto standard for the hospital environment, with over 15,000
installed in the USA, covering every state. The 2010 line up features
upgrades such as additional USB ports, touch sensitive buttons, internal
microphones and improved phone cable management.

The Zivo, Jima and Obie retain their original screen sizes of 15”, 15.4”
widescreen and 17” respectively. Also featuring on the stand will be the
award nominated 18.5” Arie – JAOtech’s flagship patient entertainment
terminal as well as the 8.4” Iden, suitable for hospital waiting rooms
and other interactive signage applications in the healthcare
environment. Peripheral options on all terminals include a VoIP phone,
Bluetooth™, WLAN, a high resolution camera, finger print reader, as well
as access control and billing support based on Smart Card, magnetic
card, RFID and bar-code technology.

JAOtech will also be exhibiting its groundbreaking Wyki wireless medical
keyboards which have been specifically created with an all-in-one easy
wipe design and a Smart Disinfect™ feature allowing staff to define
periods within which a keyboard must be sterilised.

ATLANTA — Booth 6051: JAOtech is launching its new look 2010 range of
patient bedside Smart Terminals in the USA at HIMSS show in Atlanta on
March 1-4, 2010.

The 2010 Zivo, Jima and Obie terminals benefit from the latest high
performance, low power Intel Atom processors as well as a considerable
weight reduction due to an aluminium chassis. Also included are a wealth
of additional features and an updated stylish yet practical design.

Constructed in anti-bacterial plastics to medical grade standard, and
fully sealed for easy cleaning, JAOtech Smart Terminals have become the
de-facto standard for the hospital environment, with over 15,000
installed in the USA, covering every state. The 2010 line up features
upgrades such as additional USB ports, touch sensitive buttons, internal
microphones and improved phone cable management.

The Zivo, Jima and Obie retain their original screen sizes of 15”, 15.4”
widescreen and 17” respectively. Also featuring on the stand will be the
award nominated 18.5” Arie – JAOtech’s flagship patient entertainment
terminal as well as the 8.4” Iden, suitable for hospital waiting rooms
and other interactive signage applications in the healthcare
environment. Peripheral options on all terminals include a VoIP phone,
Bluetooth™, WLAN, a high resolution camera, finger print reader, as well
as access control and billing support based on Smart Card, magnetic
card, RFID and bar-code technology.

JAOtech will also be exhibiting its groundbreaking Wyki wireless medical
keyboards which have been specifically created with an all-in-one easy
wipe design and a Smart Disinfect™ feature allowing staff to define
periods within which a keyboard must be sterilised.

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Pengram Corporation (OTCBB: PNGM) (the “Company”) announced today that it has entered into an option agreement to acquire the June Mineral Claims (the “June Claims”) in the Alberni Mining Division of the Province of British Columbia. The June Claims cover an area of approximately 250 acres located 5.5 miles southeast of Gold River, British Columbia.

The property was originally mined on a small-scale basis in the 1930s. There is approximately 120 feet of open cut workings on the property.

In 1946, a geologist with the BC Department of Mines took 31 samples from the property for assay. The samples assayed in a range from trace to 16 oz. per ton of gold and 22 oz. per ton silver, with the average of the 31 samples being over one ounce gold and five ounces silver. A number of the assays also contained copper, lead and zinc.

A small sampling program by an independent geologist in 1977 confirmed the existence of the same suite of mineralization on the property. Two samples taken across a vien exposed in workings on the property returned the following values:

Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS) today
announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its financial
results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2009, on Wednesday,
February 17, 2010 at approximately 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time (4:30 p.m.
Eastern Time).

Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS) is the leading global developer of
integrated resorts — destination properties which feature premium
accommodations, world-class gaming and entertainment, convention and
exhibition facilities, celebrity chef restaurants, and many other
amenities.

The Venetian and The Palazzo, both Five-Star luxury resorts on the Las
Vegas Strip, are among the companys properties in the United States.
Marina Bay Sands, the companys iconic project currently under development
in Singapore, will open in the second quarter of 2010.

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JUST days after tying the knot, Alex Reid is discovering the realities of his new life as Mr Katie Price. Humping heavy shopping bags across town or slumped in a chair as his new wife tries on yet another pair of shoes, the cagefighter looks tired and not a little bored. Katie, 31, was firmly in the driving seat as she went on a luxury spending spree in Las Vegas, shopping until Alex dropped. There was no rest for Alex, 34, though. He was due to fly on to India to film a new TV show – and the shows producers have banned his new wife from joining him.
While much of the country watched two
high-powered offenses battle it out on the gridiron, Miller High Life took
a timeout for common sense by giving four small businesses 30 seconds in
the spotlight with their very own “Big Game” commercial.

Miller High Lifes ad featured Dels Barber Shop in
Escondido, Calif., Tims Baseball
Card Shop in Chicago, Ill., Lorettas Authentic
Pralines in New Orleans, La. and Bizarre Guitar Drum in Phoenix,
Ariz., proving there should always be room for the “Little Guys” on the Big
Game.

“We always say that it wouldnt be the High Life if we didnt help people
live it,” said Miller High Life Brand Manager Joe Abegg. “What better way
to help small businesses live the High Life than by giving them a Big Game
ad?”

The commercial aired across the country through buys with local CBS
affiliates and owned-and-operated stations during todays game. Miller High
Life began building anticipation for the debut with a national 30-second
teaser ad that debuted the week of January 25, most of which was filmed on
location at Dels Barber Shop in Escondido, Calif.

“To feature Dels Barber Shop in a Big Game ad is like a ninety-million
dollar commercial for a twenty-five cent business,” said owner Dan
Engelbrecht, “and we are thrilled to be a part of it.”

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Instant expert SINCE Elvis Presleys death anything connected with The King has increased in value. There have been endless dedicated sales where fans have clamoured for oneoff items. Now the latest is a single strand of hair which is coming up for grabs at auction at the end of the month. IT is mounted in the centre of a gold disc, inscribed “The Kings Authentic Hair”, together with a photograph of Elvis (below) and a certificate of authenticity on the reverse.
AN Israeli hit squad who murdered a Hamas commander in the Gulf were travelling on Irish passports, Dubai police have claimed. Now Dept of Foreign Affairs officials have launched an inquiry into the claims.
NEW YORK — As the plastics industry emerges from the recent financial crisis,
presenters at the 13th Annual Dubai Plast Pro conference will
focus on developments from the point of view of Middle East suppliers,
convertors and end users with innovation in products and applications as
the key driver. Dubai Plast Pro will be held March 21-24 at the Crowne
Plaza Hotel, Dubai, UAE.

The innovation theme is highlighted by several presentations at the
event including LyondellBasell’s innovations in packaging; Reliance
Industries emerging polymer markets in India, post the financial crisis;
Molecor Wavin on developments in orientated PVC pipes; Total
Petrochemicals new high value PE 100 products; SRIC reports on
supply/demand dynamics in the polyester and polyolefin product chains;
and Al Azzaz Establishment will present post crisis market developments.

“Dubai Plast Pro is a highly-focused conference that provides an
unmatched forum for executives in the plastics industry to talk with
their peers about the latest strategies, developments, and best
practices,” said John Pearson, President, Chemical Division, Access
Intelligence. “We are confident participants will walk away with
valuable insights and information they can use immediately.”

Thirty-five speakers in all will present at the event this March in
Dubai. Additional speakers confirmed to present at this years event
include:

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Kitchen THERES a big surge in fruit motifs for spring/summer with Tesco taking the lead. Also be proud to be British and fly the flag with the Union Jack design on everything from mugs to worktop savers at Lakeland. Bright colour is the big story at Next so get funky and make your house a home.
BUILDING your own home is a dream of many but most dont get beyond sitting on the sofa watching re-runs of “Grand Designs” on TV. And if they do, then they soon discover that building a house from scratch – without any experience – can be fraught with problems, practically, financially and emotionally. so it pays to get trained up! And less than a year on from taking a course in self-building, Jacqui is well on the way to completing her chalet-style bungalow complete with gallery sitting room and roof terrace. She said: “I learned a lot on the course – not so much the practical skills which, as a landscape gardener I have, but things like budgeting and planning permission.” Jacqui paid pounds 82,000 for the plot, then cleared the whole site herself, dug up bushes, levelled the land and has been as “hands-on” as possible.

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National Pest Management Association reminds families of health risks
associated with cockroach infestations

FAIRFAX, Va. — When most people think of allergy and asthma triggers, they likely think
of pollen, dust and animal dander. The National Pest Management
Association (NPMA), however, warns that cockroaches can also pose a
threat to those that suffer from allergies and asthma. The saliva,
droppings and decomposing bodies of cockroaches contain allergen
proteins known to trigger allergies and increase the severity of asthma
symptoms.

Children are especially at risk for suffering allergic and asthmatic
reactions to cockroach infestations. The National Institute of
Environmental Health Sciences reports that one in five children in the
U.S. have severe sensitivities to cockroach allergens. More, cockroaches
spread 33 kinds of bacteria including E coli and salmonella, six
parasitic worms and more than seven other types of human pathogens.

The threat for accumulated cockroach allergens is elevated in the winter
because not only is there a greater chance for cockroaches to invade
homes in search of warmth but also, because families spend more time
indoors. The NPMA encourages homeowners to take proactive steps to
prevent cockroach infestations this winter to help keep their families
healthy and safe.

“To help prevent infestations, we recommend that homeowners seal cracks
around the outside of their home, vacuum frequently and keep counters
and floors clean and free of crumbs that can attract the pests,” says
Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for the NPMA. “Extra
attention should be paid to kitchens and bathrooms — especially under
appliances and sinks — as these areas are particularly vulnerable to
cockroach infestations due to the presence of food products and moisture
in plumbing fixtures.”

National Pest Management Association reminds families of health risks
associated with cockroach infestations

FAIRFAX, Va. — When most people think of allergy and asthma triggers, they likely think
of pollen, dust and animal dander. The National Pest Management
Association (NPMA), however, warns that cockroaches can also pose a
threat to those that suffer from allergies and asthma. The saliva,
droppings and decomposing bodies of cockroaches contain allergen
proteins known to trigger allergies and increase the severity of asthma
symptoms.

Children are especially at risk for suffering allergic and asthmatic
reactions to cockroach infestations. The National Institute of
Environmental Health Sciences reports that one in five children in the
U.S. have severe sensitivities to cockroach allergens. More, cockroaches
spread 33 kinds of bacteria including E coli and salmonella, six
parasitic worms and more than seven other types of human pathogens.

The threat for accumulated cockroach allergens is elevated in the winter
because not only is there a greater chance for cockroaches to invade
homes in search of warmth but also, because families spend more time
indoors. The NPMA encourages homeowners to take proactive steps to
prevent cockroach infestations this winter to help keep their families
healthy and safe.

“To help prevent infestations, we recommend that homeowners seal cracks
around the outside of their home, vacuum frequently and keep counters
and floors clean and free of crumbs that can attract the pests,” says
Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for the NPMA. “Extra
attention should be paid to kitchens and bathrooms — especially under
appliances and sinks — as these areas are particularly vulnerable to
cockroach infestations due to the presence of food products and moisture
in plumbing fixtures.”

ITS nOW confirmed – clampers are an official waste of time and money. Because not only are they burning a hole in the pocket of motorists but they are also costing the taxpayer a small fortune. Up until now the only crumb of comfort we had about these eagle-eyed parking pests was the assumption that they made money for the Government. But, guess what? Thats a load of crapology as well. Figures from Dublin Street Parking Services show that fines last year brought in revenue of EUR4.84 million.

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[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Dont get us wrong–your lady probably gives great massages. But sometimes we need more than just a happy ending. Like a muscle-relieving sports massage. In fact, more and more elite athletes are incorporating regular rubdowns into their recovery programs, hitting strained hamstrings, pulled groins, and aching backs. “Guys are bigger, faster, and stronger, and as a result, collisions are more violent,” says South Florida–based sports massage therapist Chris Pikosky, whos worked on Super Bowl (Pittsburgh Steelers) and Stanley Cup (Carolina Hurricanes) champs. But you dont have to be an elite athlete to benefit from a good sports massage. This aint your girls froufrou spa day. Think a vigorous deep-tissue treatment. “A Swedish massage is soothing, and theres a lot of value to it, but its different from what an athlete is looking for,” Pikosky says. Sports massages involve rubs and stretches that target specific muscles and increase athletes range of motion.
SEATTLE — Six women in their 60s to 80s lunge side to side within a YMCA pool, essentially emulating falling and regaining balance. At times during the one-hour class, they also pad about, reaching for bobbing Nerf balls and balance on one leg and against turbulence. Occupational therapist Jeanne Shepard, who teaches the class in the Seattle suburb of Shoreline, believes that waters buoyancy and resistance are natural aids in helping seniors prepare against falls. Health care organizations and providers are paying increasing attention to preventing falls as the U.S. population continues to age. The state Office of Financial Management projects that the population of older adults will increase 50 percent by 2020 and double by 2030. Injurious falls can endanger an older persons independence, even his or her life. And the medical costs associated with their falls total about $19 billion a year nationwide.

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CALGARY, Alberta — The investment opinions offered below and in this press release are
provided by Nick Hunter, RIA, of Picksthatmove.com.

At PicksThatMove, our team scours the technical and financials of
hundreds of companies to identify those stocks showing the greatest
potential for growth.

Ross River Minerals Inc. (TSXV: RRM), $0.055, 0.015, 37.50%, traded
the day away on strong gains of over 37.50%, trading in the range of
0.065 and 0.045, on significantly higher volume. The last announcement
from Ross River was on the arrangement of a private placement by the
sale of up to 10,000,000 units at a price of $0.05 per Unit for total
maximum gross proceeds of $500,000. Ross
River is a junior resource company focusing on the acquisition,
exploration and development of gold and copper-gold properties in the
territory of Yukon and Mexico.

Fission Energy Corp. (TSXV: FIS), $0.63, 0.05, 8.62%, announced
yesterday that it had granted incentive stock options for Directors,
Officers, employees and consultants allowing them to purchase 1,200,000
shares in the company @ $0.55. The options are exercisable until
February 13, 2015. FIS traded today between 0.59 and 0.67 surpassing its
52 week-high from yesterday of 0.62. Fission
Energy is a Canadian based resource company focusing on the
acquisition, exploration and development of uranium properties.

Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS) today
announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its financial
results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2009, on Wednesday,
February 17, 2010 at approximately 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time (4:30 p.m.
Eastern Time).

Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS) is the leading global developer of
integrated resorts — destination properties which feature premium
accommodations, world-class gaming and entertainment, convention and
exhibition facilities, celebrity chef restaurants, and many other
amenities.

The Venetian and The Palazzo, both Five-Star luxury resorts on the Las
Vegas Strip, are among the companys properties in the United States.
Marina Bay Sands, the companys iconic project currently under development
in Singapore, will open in the second quarter of 2010.

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Time for reform The League of Women Voters of California strongly favors Senate Bill 810. Contrary to your editorial on Jan. 26, we believe this is exactly the right time to remedy our badly broken health care financing system. Californias budget crisis is directly linked to rising health insurance costs. Health insurance costs for teachers, police officers, firefighters and transit workers increase annually at rates much higher than wages.
New $450 Million Credit Facility Will Lower Financing Costs and
Increase Financial Flexibility

PHILADELPHIA — Chemtura Corporation, debtor-in-possession (Pink Sheets: CEMJQ)
(“Chemtura” or the “Company”), today announced that it filed a motion
with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York
(the “Court”) seeking approval of an Amended and Restated
Debtor-in-Possession (“DIP”) Credit Agreement. Citibank, N.A. together
with Bank of America N.A., Barclays Bank PLC and Wells Fargo Foothill
LLC and other lenders are parties to the new DIP facility. The new $450
million DIP facility, which refinances Chemtura’s existing $400 million
DIP facility, provides Chemtura with improved financing and credit terms
and additional financial flexibility, and it permits capital
expenditures necessary to execute its business plan.

“The lenders have shown confidence in the company’s strong performance
and management by increasing the DIP facility by $50 million and at the
same time by significantly lowering the financing costs,” said Craig A.
Rogerson, Chemtura’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer.
“The improved terms of the new DIP facility are a reflection of the
improving credit markets as well as a testament to the outstanding
progress we are making in our restructuring efforts.”

Chemtura is working diligently with its constituencies to develop a
consensual Plan of Reorganization.

“We are confident that filing a plan with the support of our creditors
is the quickest path to emerge from Chapter 11 a stronger and more
nimble global enterprise, best equipped to grow and meet the needs of
our customers,” Rogerson said. “We are grateful to have received
significant support and encouragement from all of our stakeholder
groups, including our creditors, lenders, customers, suppliers and
others. Most importantly, we very much appreciate the unrelenting
efforts of Chemtura’s talented employees.”

SPOKANE, Wash. — Potlatch Corporation (NYSE: PCH) announced today that Michael J. Covey,
chairman, president and chief executive officer and Eric Cremers, vice
president finance and chief financial officer, will be providing a
company overview to investors at the Credit Suisse Global Paper
Packaging Conference in New York City, N.Y., Wednesday, February 24,
2010, at 11:15 a.m. Eastern Time.

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CORRINE, Box Elder County — Few cars were parked outside of the bar after quitting time Wednesday. Inside, the deep fryer, waiting for some raw potatoes, cast a heavy odor. A few patrons sat at the counter, sipping beer from small pitchers, while basketball blazed on the flat screen. It was quiet but for the conversation, music and the occasional crack of billiard balls. “You should have been here last week,” says Cindy Guzman, who owns Mims Bar and Grill in Corrine. Her place had been packed with people from every rung on the corporate ladder.
By Phil Anderson Fire investigators were on the scene of a blaze Monday evening that damaged a city-owned building in the Oakland neighborhood. Topeka firefighters were called about 5 p.m. to the Oakland Wastewater Treatment Plant, 1115 N.E. Poplar, in response to a blaze at one of the buildings on the campus, located just north of Billard Park. Topeka Fire Department Shift Commander Cindy Holt said first- arriving crews reported smoke coming from a brick building that housed city-owned vehicles.
Queen: Her Majesty recently ran a column about highway debris and how, under the law, drivers must secure any loads they are carrying. Heres a painful story of a readers real-life experience that shows why this is so important: Queen: Her Majesty is so sorry this happened to your husband, Molly. Commuter: Recently I was on Highway 24 going through Lafayette when there appeared in my lane a mysterious gray, rectangular piece of debris. I had cars on either side of me, so I could not avoid it. Turns out it was a three-foot-long, four-inch-wide steel U-shaped bracket used in construction.

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President Obama wants to slap a cumbrous new tax on American banks. “We want our money back,” he says. The government is expected to lose money on the bailouts–but not the money used to backstop the banks, which are paying it back, with interest. The real losses are expected to come from insurer AIG and from such untouchable Democratic holies as Fannie Mae, the heavily unionized automakers, and the foreclosure-prevention program.
STOCKHOLM — Regulatory News:

In the fourth quarter, the Volvo Group (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB) continued
to have substantial costs in connection with its effort to adjust the
cost structure to a considerably lower level of demand in the wake of
the financial crisis, something that contributed to an operating loss of
slightly more than SEK 2 billion in the quarter. The main focus during
the quarter was on cash flow and the Group created a positive cash flow
of SEK 8.6 billion, which is one of the best cash inflows ever for a
single quarter.

• In the fourth quarter net sales decreased by 23% to SEK 59.8 billion
(78.0). For the full year net sales decreased by 28% to SEK 218.4
billion (304.6)

• The fourth quarter operating loss amounted to SEK 2,316 M (Loss SEK
999 M) including restructuring and layoff-related costs, residual value
write-downs and inventory write-downs of in total SEK 1.4 billion. The
full year operating loss amounted to SEK 17.0 billion (Income SEK 15.9
billion)

• In the fourth quarter basic and diluted earnings per share amounted to
a negative SEK 0.99 (Negative SEK 0.67). Full-year earnings per share
amounted to a negative SEK 7.26 (Positive SEK 4.90)

President Obama wants to slap a cumbrous new tax on American banks. “We want our money back,” he says. The government is expected to lose money on the bailouts–but not the money used to backstop the banks, which are paying it back, with interest. The real losses are expected to come from insurer AIG and from such untouchable Democratic holies as Fannie Mae, the heavily unionized automakers, and the foreclosure-prevention program.

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Heres a happy story: Two thugs broke into the garden of a British television personality and new mother, but she scared them off by brandishing a kitchen knife and shouting from her window. Unfortunately, the Hertfordshire coppers who responded to Myleene Klasss call were not impressed by her self-described display of “mummy powers”–they advised her to let the police handle all intrusions in the future.
Heres a happy story: Two thugs broke into the garden of a British television personality and new mother, but she scared them off by brandishing a kitchen knife and shouting from her window. Unfortunately, the Hertfordshire coppers who responded to Myleene Klasss call were not impressed by her self-described display of “mummy powers”–they advised her to let the police handle all intrusions in the future.

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Botulinum neurotoxin type A blocks transmission at the neuromuscular junction, having therefore a paralyzing activity. Xeomin® is a purified version of the neurotoxin. It is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of blepharospasm, cervical dystonia and spasticity of the upper limbs in adult patients. Presently, Botox®, another Botulinum neurotoxin, is on the exception drug status program, under certain conditions.

A vial of Xeomin® costs $330, whereas a vial of Botox® costs $357. From a pharmacoeconomic standpoint, and assuming that Xeomins® and Botoxs® efficacy and safety are equivalent, cost of treatment with Xeomin® is lower than Botox® in the recommended doses and for all studied medical conditions. Therefore, Xeomin® meets economic and pharmacoeconomic criteria.

A WANNABE MP behind internet smears was forced to apologise for his behaviour. Liberal Democrat Greg Stone, who is hoping to become Newcastle East MP at the next General Election, said he has learned “a hard lesson” after being exposed as the author of rude internet blog posts. Writing under a pseudonym he criticised Foreign Secretary David Miliband, wondered how much botox is Hazel Blears on? and said another MP looked drunk. Coun Stone said: “I have learnt a hard lesson. I have made some silly comments on a political gossip chatroom.”
Annie Chiu, M.D., a board-certified
dermatologist, has joined the physician team at the Murad Inclusive Health
Medical Group (MMG) in El Segundo and will begin seeing patients on
weekdays beginning February 1 and on alternate Saturdays starting February
13.

Dr. Chiu comes to Murad from Cedars Sinai Medical Group and practices a
full range of medical dermatology, including a multidisciplinary approach
to acne, skin cancer diagnoses and surgical treatments for benign and
malignant growths. She specializes in the aesthetics of the face –
utilizing scientifically proven methodologies to provide subtle cosmetic
rejuvenation. Techniques she specializes in include Botox®, fillers, laser
treatments, cosmeceuticals tailored to specific patient needs and peels,
including Howard Murad, M.D.s proprietary, individualized Techno
Resurfacing Skin Treatments.

Dr. Chiu, an advocate of Dr. Murads Inclusive Health philosophy, takes an
inside-out approach to patient care and works closely with each patient to
achieve beautiful skin as a reflection of total mind and body wellness. She
has participated in research studies on acne, Botox®, photoaging, eczema,
and will be an active part of the ongoing research at Murad. She has
authored numerous publications, book chapters and review articles.

MMG will be holding an open house on February 25 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm where
guests will have the opportunity to hear Dr. Murad speak on Inclusive
Health and meet Dr. Chiu and the entire MMG team.

Dr. Chiu received her Medical Degree from Stanford University and her
Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Berkeley, where she
graduated with honors and was a University Medal finalist. She completed
her dermatology residency at Emory University. She is actively involved in
the American Academy of Dermatology and Womens Dermatologic Society.

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Established at 7245
Boulevard 26 in North Richland Hills in April 2008, Furniture Nation
caters to the value shopper who is hunting for a great deal on quality
furniture. The new emphasis on attracting furniture buyers who are
searching online puts Furniture Nation on the leading edge of an industry
in transition.

“Customers are using brick and mortar furniture stores to choose what they
want, but instead of buying immediately, they go online to search for the
best price,” Zed Pirbhai, founder and president of Furniture Nation.
“Together with our brick and mortar location, our new online furniture
store taps into these changing furniture buyer behaviors by doing a better
job of helping them find what they want at the best possible price and
delivering it directly to them.”

For customers outside the Dallas/Fort Worth area, Furniture Nation will
increase delivery speed and efficiency, and reduce costs by shipping
directly from the manufacturer or wholesaler to any location in North
America.

Furniture Nations new online furniture store features an easy-to-use
searchable database of hundreds of living rooms , bedrooms , dining rooms , media rooms, youth furniture and
accessories. As an independent furniture retailer, Furniture Nation offers
a wide variety of styles from many different manufacturers.

ROCHESTER, N.H. — BrandPartners Group, Inc. (OTC BB: BPTR), a provider of integrated
retail environmental services to the financial services and franchise
industries, announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary
BrandPartners Retail Inc (BrandPartners) has signed new contracts
totaling $4.6 million and $900,000 of letters of intent in the month of
January.  Under the new contracts BrandPartners will provide a broad
range of design and construction, merchandising, furniture,
environmental graphics, retail communications, and merchandising product
for its financial services customers.

“We believe that our strong January contracts and letters of
intent as well as other recent activity demonstrate that our core client
base is getting back to business and focusing on driving revenues in
their branches.  Furthermore, we have moved to diversify our revenues
with the launch of our Store in a Box subsidiary, which targets
franchise companies as well as with our newest service offerings, energy
audits and implementations.  We believe that these new initiatives
position the company to prosper in two areas that are growth industries
for the foreseeable future,” commented James Brooks, CEO of
BrandPartners.

About BrandPartnersBrandPartners Group, Inc. (OTC
Bulletin Board: BPTR), through its wholly owned subsidiaries
BrandPartners Retail, Inc., Build Partners, Inc. and Store in a Box,
Inc. provide an integrated approach to customer environments through
brand translation, business strategy, design/build services, retail
displays and in-branch communications products and services, from
concept and design through implementation and training. BrandPartners
installations are in more than 2,000 companies at more than 35,000
retail locations. The company serves its clients from its Rochester, New
Hampshire home office and regional U.S. offices.

Cautionary LanguageStatements in this news release
that are not statements of historical or current fact constitute
“forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking
statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other
unknown factors that could cause the actual results of the Company to be
materially different from the historical results or from any future
results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The
forward-looking statements contained herein are also subject generally
to other risks and uncertainties that are described from time to time in
the Company’s reports and registrations statements filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission.

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“With its diverse mix of historic districts and new downtown
development, Cincinnati is a perfect fit for Groupon,” said Groupon
founder Andrew Mason. “We’ll showcase the best of the city by
introducing local businesses to new customers, generating customers for
new businesses, and saving people money on the things they love to do.”

Using the principles of collective buying, Groupon negotiates
unprecedented deals with top businesses. Groupon subscribers receive
free daily emails alerting them to the deal. These deals are only
activated if a minimum number of people agree to buy, encouraging
subscribers to share the promotion with family and friends via social
media tools such as Facebook and Twitter. By guaranteeing a large number
of new customers, Groupon creates a win-win for local merchants. So far,
this innovative approach to e-commerce has generated millions in revenue
for local businesses while saving two million subscribers nearly $70
million.

“Groupon brings buyers and sellers together in a fun and collaborative
way,” said Mason. “We offer the consumer a great deal they can’t get
anywhere else and deliver the sales directly to the merchant.”

OhMiBod today announced that it would be
providing gift certificates to peruse the extensive OhMiBod webstore in the
Official 52nd Annual GRAMMY® Awards Gift Bag. World renowned as Musics
Biggest Night®, the GRAMMYs are the preeminent peer-recognized award for
musical excellence and the most credible brand in music. The event airs
live from the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles on CBS from 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm
(EST/PT) on January 31, 2010.

One of the many products GRAMMY presenters and performers might choose is
the Freestyle wireless music massager, the newest in the companys line of
innovative lifestyle products. OhMiBods Freestyle holds the distinction
of being the worlds first wireless music massager. Rechargeable and made
with body-safe materials, the versatile product operates with and without
music, and comes in a custom travel case with international plug adapters
for use anywhere in the world.

“Musics power to heal, transform and reinforce relationships is what
inspired OhMiBod to create the Freestyle,” said Suki Dunham, co-founder,
OhMiBod. “Having the opportunity to share our vision with the industrys
best and most influential performers is an honor.”

The highly coveted GRAMMY Gift Bag is produced by Distinctive Assets, and
will feature the hottest and most sought after gadgets and luxury items on
the market. The gifting will be provided to all performers and presenters
at this years show, which includes album-of-the-year nominees Beyoncé,
Black Eyed Peas, Dave Matthews Band, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, as well as
artists such as Maxwell, Lady Antebellum, and Green Day.

[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Dont get us wrong–your lady probably gives great massages. But sometimes we need more than just a happy ending. Like a muscle-relieving sports massage. In fact, more and more elite athletes are incorporating regular rubdowns into their recovery programs, hitting strained hamstrings, pulled groins, and aching backs. “Guys are bigger, faster, and stronger, and as a result, collisions are more violent,” says South Florida–based sports massage therapist Chris Pikosky, whos worked on Super Bowl (Pittsburgh Steelers) and Stanley Cup (Carolina Hurricanes) champs. But you dont have to be an elite athlete to benefit from a good sports massage. This aint your girls froufrou spa day. Think a vigorous deep-tissue treatment. “A Swedish massage is soothing, and theres a lot of value to it, but its different from what an athlete is looking for,” Pikosky says. Sports massages involve rubs and stretches that target specific muscles and increase athletes range of motion.

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LOS ANGELES — Brittany Murphy, the star of “Clueless” and “8 Mile,” died from pneumonia, with prescription drugs and anemia also playing a role, a coroners official said Thursday. The Dec. 20 death of the actress was accidental and likely could have been prevented if Murphy had seen a doctor sooner, Assistant Chief Coroner Ed Winter said. He noted, however, that she did have an appointment scheduled with a physician a few days after she died. Winter said Murphys community-acquired pneumonia was serious and proved lethal when combined with the medications and iron deficiency anemia. Murphy died at age 32 after collapsing in her Hollywood Hills home. Her mother and husband have said the actress didnt abuse prescription medications or have an eating disorder.
ROSWELL, N.M. — PrimeSource Mortgage, Inc. (PSMI), a leading mortgage brokerage and
banking company, and a wholly owned subsidiary of PSM Holdings, Inc.
(OTCBB: PSMH), announces the opening of a new office in Belton, Texas
near the Ft. Hood military base. This marks the first branch PSMI has
brought into the network in 2010.

“The Belton branch under the excellent leadership of Tomekia Hunt offers
PSM the unique opportunity to help our service men and women with their
home financing needs. We take pride in being able to assist this
market,” said Jeffrey R. Smith, President and CEO of PSM Holdings, Inc.
“These experienced mortgage professionals at this branch are well suited
to help this group of individuals.”

PSMI is licensed in 18 states, and has over 35 branch offices across the
United States. PSMI is in the process of finalizing licensing in the
state of Virginia which will bring licensing to a total of 19 states.
PSMI has an aggressive growth model for 2010 to continues to expand
their network across the country.

Incorporated in 1991, PrimeSource Mortgage, Inc. quickly became a
leading mortgage company in the Southwest and is currently licensed in
18 states from California to Florida. One reason for the growth and
success of this company is its commitment to personalized customer
service embodied in the motto: We Walk You Home. Because the
mortgage process is so complex and often confusing, the company has
chosen to walk hand-in-hand with each client through the entire process.

“Our company has seen continued growth despite the downturn in the
mortgage industry,” said Smith. “Our commitment to growth, while
providing unprecedented customer service, has enabled us to attract some
of the best mortgage professionals in the country, and expand our
national footprint.”

BROOKINGS, S.D. — Garrett Callahan scored 17 points and Kai Williams had a double-double to pace South Dakota State to an 84-60 victory over Southern Utah on Thursday night. Williams had 12 points and 12 rebounds for the Jackrabbits (12- 11, 8-4 Summit League), who shot 52.0 percent and held a 39-22 rebounding edge. Clint Sargent scored 14 and Anthony Cordova 13. Davis Baker paced the Thunderbirds (6-16, 2-9) with 17 points. He also led his team in steals, rebounds and assists. The Thunderbirds went ahead 21-20, but South Dakota State then clamped down and held Southern Utah scoreless for 7:03, forging a 28- 21 lead.

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Cinema possesses a rich history of collaboration between artists of sound, narrative, and image. However, traditional tendencies to perceive music as a strictly supportive background or accompaniment have been subjected to in-depth critique only recently. Abigail Childs interactions with musicians in Is This What You Were Born For? (1981-89) and Bill Morrisons partnership with composer Michael Gordon in Decasia (2001) exemplify (but by no means exhaust the possibilities of) the broader range of collaborative textures that cinema has always suggested. Not coincidentally, these works represent the influence on cinema of two popular music practices: the ubiquitous re-mixing that has emerged from hip-hop culture and the group composition typical of many rock bands. Abigail Child (also a poet, critic, and scholar) has had an influential career as an experimental filmmaker since the mid-1970s when she turned from professional documentary work to the creation of independent films focusing on gender, sexuality, class, and the critical possibilities of montage. Recycling found footage from a wide variety of sources, such as porn, industrial films, and home movies, and progressing cinematic techniques often associated primarily with the historical avant-garde of the early twentieth century, Child has created an oeuvre of incredible beauty and continuing social relevance. Her films are shown at major art museums and in experimental cinema venues and can be obtained through a variety of distribution channels. Is This What You Were Born For?, the series of short films Child created in the 1980s, underscores her exploration of interdisciplinary collaboration and these endeavors have had on her work. Michael Gordons award-winning career as a composer has resulted in a variety of notable intermedia collaborations, including for example operas with diegetic film components progressing beyond the more familiar application of projection as scenery and non-narrative music performances incorporating video. Gordon is a founding member of the highly regarded new music organization Bang on a Can, a group dedicated to facilitating the composition and performance of new music, often with an interdisciplinary dimension and independently of conservative academic contexts. Decasia, Gordons internationally celebrated collaboration with filmmaker Bill Morrison, is a symphony for full orchestra paired with a montage of archival nitrate footage in various states of intriguing and evocative decomposition. The final version of the film, edited to fit the live recording of the symphony performance, was featured in the 2002 Sundance Film Festival. Decasia synaesthetically elucidates subtleties inherent to myriad generative tensions: progress/tradition, memory/time, darkness/illumination, and mini-malism/totalism.
Cinema possesses a rich history of collaboration between artists of sound, narrative, and image. However, traditional tendencies to perceive music as a strictly supportive background or accompaniment have been subjected to in-depth critique only recently. Abigail Childs interactions with musicians in Is This What You Were Born For? (1981-89) and Bill Morrisons partnership with composer Michael Gordon in Decasia (2001) exemplify (but by no means exhaust the possibilities of) the broader range of collaborative textures that cinema has always suggested. Not coincidentally, these works represent the influence on cinema of two popular music practices: the ubiquitous re-mixing that has emerged from hip-hop culture and the group composition typical of many rock bands. Abigail Child (also a poet, critic, and scholar) has had an influential career as an experimental filmmaker since the mid-1970s when she turned from professional documentary work to the creation of independent films focusing on gender, sexuality, class, and the critical possibilities of montage. Recycling found footage from a wide variety of sources, such as porn, industrial films, and home movies, and progressing cinematic techniques often associated primarily with the historical avant-garde of the early twentieth century, Child has created an oeuvre of incredible beauty and continuing social relevance. Her films are shown at major art museums and in experimental cinema venues and can be obtained through a variety of distribution channels. Is This What You Were Born For?, the series of short films Child created in the 1980s, underscores her exploration of interdisciplinary collaboration and these endeavors have had on her work. Michael Gordons award-winning career as a composer has resulted in a variety of notable intermedia collaborations, including for example operas with diegetic film components progressing beyond the more familiar application of projection as scenery and non-narrative music performances incorporating video. Gordon is a founding member of the highly regarded new music organization Bang on a Can, a group dedicated to facilitating the composition and performance of new music, often with an interdisciplinary dimension and independently of conservative academic contexts. Decasia, Gordons internationally celebrated collaboration with filmmaker Bill Morrison, is a symphony for full orchestra paired with a montage of archival nitrate footage in various states of intriguing and evocative decomposition. The final version of the film, edited to fit the live recording of the symphony performance, was featured in the 2002 Sundance Film Festival. Decasia synaesthetically elucidates subtleties inherent to myriad generative tensions: progress/tradition, memory/time, darkness/illumination, and mini-malism/totalism.

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The following DVDs will be released Tuesday, unless otherwise specified: “Bronson” (Magnolia, $26.98) — Crime thriller from 2008, starring Tom Hardy as “Britains most dangerous prisoner.” Special features: Behind-the-scenes minidocumentary. “Couples Retreat” (Universal, $29.98) — ** — They should have scrapped this crude relationship comedy entirely. Vince Vaughn stars,
$1.22 per Share Redemption Price Floor Represents a 37% Premium

PROVO, Utah — Raser Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: RZ), an energy technology
company, announced today the sale of $5 million of convertible preferred
stock plus an additional $14 million in certain investment rights, in a
transaction that closed on February 3, 2010. The shares are being sold
to Fletcher International, Ltd. (“Fletcher”), an affiliate of Fletcher
Asset Management, Inc., an SEC Registered Investment Advisor and
strategic partner of Raser. The financing is part of a broader strategic
relationship between Raser and Fletcher. Capstone Investments acted as
underwriter for this transaction.

Moez Kaba, an executive from Fletcher Asset Management, said, “We look
forward to supporting Raser’s management in identifying and developing
collaborations with partners and other opportunities in the geothermal
and plug-in-hybrid vehicle industries.”

The preferred shares of Raser’s stock were purchased for an aggregate
price of $5.0 million. As a holder of Raser preferred stock, Fletcher is
entitled to quarterly dividends, payable in cash or shares of common
stock, at an annual rate of LIBOR 8% but no greater than 14%. The
preferred shares can be converted to common stock at a price of $5 per
share and can be redeemed at a price of no less than $1.22 per share of
common stock, subject to adjustment under certain circumstances, after
the earlier of six months after the closing date or the date on which
the Company’s common stock trades above $2.00 per share. The $1.22 per
share redemption price floor represents a 37% premium to the closing
price of the Company’s stock on February 3, 2010.

“Since becoming one of our largest investors in 2008, Fletcher has
consistently supported our efforts, bringing substantial additional
capital and valuable strategic support,” said Nick Goodman, Chief
Executive Officer, Raser Technologies. “We’re very happy with this
expansion of our relationship.”

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Extravaganza

MIAMI — The New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts professional football
teams won’t be the only power on display this Sunday at Sun Life Field
in Miami. That’s because, for the 20th consecutive year,
Aggreko, the global leader in temporary power generation, temperature
control and oil-free compressed air solutions, will be providing
large-scale power generation and temperature control for professional
football’s annual championship game and halftime show. Aggreko also
provided the same services for last weekend’s professional football
all-star game.

Following months of planning and preparation, Aggreko Event Services
(AES), the major events division of Aggreko North America, will be
responsible for powering everything from lighting and video during The
Who’s halftime performance, to stadium security. AES will also be
providing power and temperature control to the domestic and
international media compounds that are broadcasting the event worldwide
to the largest television, internet and radio audiences in more than 200
countries.

“Our experienced team has put together an outstanding game plan that
will ensure uninterrupted power, comfort and security for this year’s
championship, surrounding events and broadcast,” said David Prince,
project manager for Aggreko Event Services.

As well as providing rental power to the big game and halftime show,
security and broadcast compounds, Aggreko is also powering both teams’
practice facilities and several celebration sites and VIP areas. An
event of this magnitude requires an enormous amount of time and
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THEMAC Resources Group Limited (TSX VENTURE: MAC.H) (”the Company”) announces that it has agreed to a non-brokered private placement to raise up to $460,000 with Marley Holdings Pty Ltd., a company controlled by Mr. Kevin Maloney, a director of the Company. The Company will issue up to 5,111,111 units at $0.09 per unit. Each unit will consist of one common share, and one share purchase warrant; each warrant will entitle the holder to purchase one common share of the Company at a price of $0.10 per share for a period of one year from the date of distribution. The proceeds of the private placement will be used for general working capital.

The Company is currently without financial resources, and the private placement is designed to improve the Companys financial position. The private placement will provide the Company with the funds necessary to continue operations and identify properties for acquisition, option or joint venture. The private placement will increase Mr. Maloneys direct and indirect holdings in the Company by 20.26%, to 70.47%, on a non-diluted basis, and to 79.01%, assuming exercise of the warrants.

The private placement is a related party transaction pursuant to Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions, which would require a formal valuation and minority shareholder approval for the private placement; however, the Company expects to rely on the exemption from such requirements based on the fact that the Company is in financial difficulty and the private placement is designed to improve the financial position of the Company. The private placement has been reviewed by the board of directors of the Company, including one director who is independent of the private placement, and has been approved by the board of directors. The Company expects to file a material change report, which will be filed less than 21 days before the expected date of the completion of the private placement because the Company will require the funds made available by the private placement to meet ongoing financial requirements before the expiry of the 21 day period.

This transaction is subject to the approval of NEX, and the units sold will have a hold period of four months from the time of distribution in compliance with TSX Venture Exchange policies and applicable securities law.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

THEMAC Resources Group Limited (TSX VENTURE: MAC.H) (”the Company”) announces that it has agreed to a non-brokered private placement to raise up to $460,000 with Marley Holdings Pty Ltd., a company controlled by Mr. Kevin Maloney, a director of the Company. The Company will issue up to 5,111,111 units at $0.09 per unit. Each unit will consist of one common share, and one share purchase warrant; each warrant will entitle the holder to purchase one common share of the Company at a price of $0.10 per share for a period of one year from the date of distribution. The proceeds of the private placement will be used for general working capital.

The Company is currently without financial resources, and the private placement is designed to improve the Companys financial position. The private placement will provide the Company with the funds necessary to continue operations and identify properties for acquisition, option or joint venture. The private placement will increase Mr. Maloneys direct and indirect holdings in the Company by 20.26%, to 70.47%, on a non-diluted basis, and to 79.01%, assuming exercise of the warrants.

The private placement is a related party transaction pursuant to Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions, which would require a formal valuation and minority shareholder approval for the private placement; however, the Company expects to rely on the exemption from such requirements based on the fact that the Company is in financial difficulty and the private placement is designed to improve the financial position of the Company. The private placement has been reviewed by the board of directors of the Company, including one director who is independent of the private placement, and has been approved by the board of directors. The Company expects to file a material change report, which will be filed less than 21 days before the expected date of the completion of the private placement because the Company will require the funds made available by the private placement to meet ongoing financial requirements before the expiry of the 21 day period.

This transaction is subject to the approval of NEX, and the units sold will have a hold period of four months from the time of distribution in compliance with TSX Venture Exchange policies and applicable securities law.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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Reporters largely ignored it, but the Department of Health and Human Services released a study showing that Head Starts positive effects peter out by the end of first grade. The study included 44 tests, of which 42 found no statistically significant and lasting improvement. Some positive results are to be expected when you run that many tests, and a footnote points out that the two apparently lasting results disappear after correcting for that tendency.
The standard argument for the superiority of the American to the more statist European economic model holds that the former does more to promote economic growth. NATIONAL REVIEW contributor Jim Manzi, writing in National Affairs, argues that the American model, to be sustained, must incorporate reforms to enable the least fortunate to improve their lot.
PITTSBURGH — Geospatial Holdings, Inc. (OTC BB: GSPH), today announced that the
Company has been awarded a contract, along with the Gas Technology
Institute and others, to “provide research to improve the detection and
accurate determination of the positions of buried utilities within an
expanded, locatable (deep) zone up to Quality Level B” from the
Transportation Research Board (TRB) of the National Academies. Total
funding for the project is approximately $1.6 million. The project is
scheduled to run through March of 2012.

The TRB project objectives are to improve the detection and accurate
determination of the positions of buried utilities due to crowded
near-surface utility space and new construction seeking deeper locations
for safer installation.

“Geospatial’s Smart Probe™ Mapping Technologies provide key innovation
components to realizing TRB’s objective, as we currently deliver 3D
mapping to a complete range of utility operators, with no limitations on
depth, length, or pipeline materials. This research will further
facilitate specialized uses and capabilities of the technology,” states
Mark Smith, CEO of Geospatial Holdings, Inc. He also added, “This
initiative will provide broad industry benefits, and potentially enhance
procedures and develop standards for deep pipeline location and mapping
throughout the U.S.”

About Geospatial Holdings, Inc.

Geospatial Holdings, Inc., a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based company,
through its wholly-owned subsidiaries across the U.S., is a solutions
provider for the underground infrastructure industry. Using proven
mapping and locating systems technologies, we successfully and
accurately map XYZ centerline coordinates and create three-dimensional
maps and Geographic Information System (GIS) databases. Geospatial is
the exclusive provider of innovative, proprietary technologies and
services throughout North America, South America and Australia.

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The following is a statement from The
American Consumer Institute (ACI):

We applaud yesterdays statement by the U.S. Department of Justice
expressing its problems with the proposed Google Book Search Settlement,
stating that the settlement is “an attempt to use the class action
mechanism to implement forward-looking business arrangements that go far
beyond the dispute before the court in this litigation.” We wholeheartedly
agree.

Because the deal would give Google the first and only online search book
deal and allow Google to use some authored works without compensation, and
because Google already has a formidable share in the search and search
advertising markets, the settlement would hand Google a market advantage
that other competitors cannot overcome. We believe that these
anticompetitive risks outweigh any public benefits.

“Considering that this process began with Google allegedly violating author
copyrights by scanning and putting books online, it would seem that the
current deal is a reward for illegal behavior when punishment is in order,”
noted Steve Pociask, president of the American Consumer Institute. “For
other firms to compete against Google, they would need to violate copyright
laws, be sued and settle on their own, losing valuable first mover
advantage. The public benefit of an online book database should not be a
justification for permitting illegal activities and using the courts class
action process to cement a profitable business venture.”

The American Consumer Institute believes that Google should be required
either to: 1) destroy the copyrighted materials that it illegally copied;
or 2) provide all would-be competitors the same materials that were
illegally scanned and give all competitors the same settlement terms as
Google. Then all competitors would be free to add works, differentiate
their product and customize their service offerings to the public. “Our
approach would put these authors works online for the benefit of the
public, without sacrificing the benefits of market competition,” added
Pociask.

Apollo Group, Cabela’s , Intel and Yahoo Honored for Excellence and
Contributions to the Future of Digital Advertising

SAN DIEGO — Covario, the leader in search and display advertising software and
services for Fortune 500 companies, announced today the winners of this
year’s SIGMA awards. The winners were announced at INFLECTIONPoint 2010,
Covario’s annual customer conference that takes place each year in San
Diego, California.

The SIGMA awards recognize advertisers, agencies and partners that have
achieved unique business advantage through their use of digital
marketing and the Covario interactive marketing analytics solutions.

Apollo Group – Best Use of SEO Technology Award

MINNEAPOLIS — Bolin
Marketing was recently awarded the Silver Award at the Advertising
Federation of Minnesota’s “The Show” for their work on the Carmex®
Kiss microsite. This was Bolin’s first-ever social media entry for
AdFed’s awards show and is just one of many campaigns Bolin has launched
for Carma Labs, makers of Carmex®
lip balm.

“We are thrilled to be recognized for excellence in creativity and
impact for our client Carmex with the virtual Carmex Kiss,” said Dane
Hartzell, growth catalyst and general manager for Bolin
Digital. “We have a team that is second to none in bringing a
creative concept to life online and engaging the consumer in a
meaningful and fun way.”

The Carmex Kiss microsite was designed to enable Carmex enthusiasts to
send unique and fun communications to one another. The initial goal of
the site was to boost the brand’s online share of voice and brand
sentiment, and has been recently updated in time for Valentine’s Day.

AdFed’s annual awards program is designed to honor the year’s best work
in interactive, advertising, design and student work. The entries are
judged by a panel of respected industry professionals from around the
nation. This year’s judges were Bart Heird-digital creative director of
JWT Chicago, Luke Sullivan-group creative director for GSDM, Pum
Lefebure-co-founder/creative director for Design Army, and Reed
Collins-svp, and executive creative director for Leo Burnett USA.

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Bizmatics provides clinical and business productivity suites and
services to high growth healthcare market. Our solution, available as
SaaS (Software as a Service), provides consumers, access to their
personal health records and help physicians and clinics to automate
their operations. Major components in our complete solution set include
PrognoCIS EMR, PrognoCIS Billing, Scheduling, and Patient Health Records.

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. — EFT BioTech Holdings, Inc., (OTC: EFTB.PK) a proprietary e-commerce
solutions Company providing “made in the USA” health, beauty and
nutraceutical products under the EFT brand to its affiliate member
network, boasting over one million registered members, announces the
continuation of EFT’s Asian membership rallies with the first ever rally
in Bangkok, Thailand. Following the Taiwan Rally, the Company packed the
auditorium with hundreds of new and longtime affiliate members from the
countries of Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos.

George Curry, Vice President of Marketing commented, “We are overwhelmed
by the continued success of our Asian rallies. We have seen an increase
in new affiliate members in the Thai region and will continue to make
these rallies a major part of our growth strategy for our core business.”

Jack Qin, President and CEO commented, “This rally was special in that
it was the first time to hold a rally in this region of the world and we
are extremely happy with the 1200 plus guests that attended. It was also
a great forum to discuss the future plans of EFT and some of the new and
exiting products that we will offer through our affiliates in the
future. We will continue with our planned aggressive membership drive
schedule for 2010 and also plans to introduce new products and services
to our existing members across the world.”

About EFT

EFT is a worldwide business to consumer e-commerce marketing Company
utilizing a large individual affiliate membership base to sell
proprietary personal products and other unique services. Headquartered
in Southern California the Company services members primarily in Asia,
Eastern Europe and Latin America. Through a joint venture with Excalibur
International Marine, the Ocean LaLa, Excalibur’s Flag Ship, is the
first and only license holder for ferry ship transport providing service
between Taiwan and Mainland China. The Company anticipates the advent of
new products and services further fueling growth.

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Quarter Ended December 31, 2009

Results for the Quarter Ended December
31, 2009

Editors Note: There is a photos associated with this release.

As the people of Haiti continue in the search for their missing loved ones in the aftermath of the huge earthquake that devastated their island home several weeks ago, their efforts and the efforts of volunteers from countries around the globe are hampered by the lack of equipment available.

Darryl Weflen, owner of Airworks Compressors Corp , a small air compressor manufacturer in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada was acutely aware of the shortage of material and equipment. He resolved to do what Albertans do best, help! His company donated a Twister T185 to the United Nations Haiti relief effort. The Twister T185 is a compact portable air compressor capable of operating three jack hammers at a time to help recover lost loved ones. Employees donated their time to help with shipping costs. This is a very special air compressor as its unique small size allows it to be mounted on the back of a truck and to be operated in confined spaces and remote areas.

The generosity of Weflen and the employees of Airworks Compressors Corp is overwhelming and will make the rescue efforts in Haiti that much less painful for all involved.

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— Scout Sunday — 10:30 a.m. Feb. 7. Mass to celebrate Scout Sunday. Also a blessing of awards received by Scouts. St. Josephs Church, 837 Tennent Ave., Pinole.
Once again Holiday Systems International
(HSI) has been recognized and honored for its exceptional travel services.
Royal Caribbean International, a major cruise line with more than 280
destinations worldwide, recently announced HSI as the 2009 West Region
Travel Partner of the year!

The West Region, from which HSI was selected, is composed of the following
14 states: California, Colorado, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, New
Mexico, Texas, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, Utah, Wyoming and Hawaii.

The competition is intense, as only one recipient is chosen through very
specific and measurable criteria. Royal Caribbean determined that Holiday
Systems International surpassed all other travel service providers located
in each of the above states in every criterion.

Holiday Systems International continues to increase its cruise bookings by
significant percentages year after year. This would be noteworthy in a
thriving economy, but to have such an achievement in our currently
challenged economy is an amazing business accomplishment. Additionally,
HSI employees utilize the latest technology when booking their customers
travel. In fact, approximately 85% of cruise travel booked through HSI is
fulfilled using automated systems. The use of this technology reduces the
“bottom-line” cost for customers, spurring even more business for HSI and
all of the cruise companies they offer services through, including Royal
Caribbean.

HSIs President and CEO, Craig Morganson, and his dedicated staff have once
again demonstrated that HSI provides excellent and cost-efficient travel
services in the midst of a challenging economy. With the selection of HSI
as its 2009 West Region Travel Partner, Royal Caribbean International has
acknowledged the same.

China: Panda trip WASHINGTON — They were treated like pop idols — except for being stuck in travel crates. Adoring crowds and television viewers watched Thursday as American-born giant pandas Mei Lan and Tai Shan were loaded onto a special cargo jet for a flight to their new homes in China for breeding. Normally placid, 3-year-old Mei Lan from Zoo Atlanta whirled and paced in her crate as flashbulbs popped. Tai Shan, a 4-year-old born in Washington, hid at first but was drawn into view as his longtime keepers at the National Zoo knelt silently at his crate to say goodbye, hand-feeding him slices of apples and pears.

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Criminal Law: Child Pornography – Warrantless Search – Parole Search U.S. v. Hamilton (MLW No. 60093/Case No. 08-3233 – 18 pages) (U.S. Court of Appeals, 8th Circuit, Hansen, J.) Where a defendant formerly convicted of a sex-abuse crime was subjected to a warrantless search by parole officers who immediately found evidence that he violated his parole by drinking alcohol and upon opening his laptop found a file labeled “Daddy and Daughter,” the officers had reasonable suspicion to search further for child pornography, and the district court properly denied a motion to suppress evidence seized during the search, and a subsequent search warrant with a defect did not call for application of the exclusionary rule because the defect was the result of a clerical error by a detective. U.S. v. Hamilton (MLW No. 60093/Case No. 08-3233 – 18 pages) (U.S. Court of Appeals, 8th Circuit, Hansen, J.) Appealed from U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas, Hendren, J. (Larry R. Froelich, Fayetteville, Ark., argued for appellant) (Kyra E Jenner, Fort Smith, Ark., argued for appellee).
SANYO North America Corporation (SANYO)
(PINKSHEETS: SANYY) today announces the launch of its professional Air
Washer Plus(TM), an air purification system using electrolyzed water technology to treat air to
suppress airborne pathogens such as germs and
bacteria as well as volatile organic compounds
(VOCs), to reduce airborne pollen and allergy-causing dust, and to quickly
eliminate unpleasant odors in the office or other public space.

The professional air purification system safely and effectively
purifies over 20,000 cu.ft. per hour of indoor air, uses proven
electrolyzed water technology, and comes with an automatic salt water
dispenser for easy maintenance and efficacy.

The Air Washer Plus employs electrolyzed water technology tested and proven
effective in suppressing airborne germs, bacteria, odors, allergens and
mold through third party certification institutions including the Research
Triangle Institute (RTI), a respected research firm based in North
Carolina. With similar cleansing effects for air applications as found in
other applications such as swimming pool sterilization systems and
zero-detergent cycle washing machines, it literally “cleans the air with
the power of water.” More than 99% of germs are suppressed after a single
pass through the disinfectant element with the electrolyzed water.

Able to treat large volumes of air in a short time period, the professional
air purification system is recommended for a number of applications
including commercial office spaces, municipal and government buildings,
schools, pharmacies, health clinics, doctor office waiting areas, airports,
retail stores, hotels and residential complexes.

The professional Air Washer Plus(TM) will be available through select
channels of distribution that focus on creating healthier living and work
environments for employees, customers and family members beginning
mid-January 2010, with a suggested retail price of $5,599.99.

PALO ALTO, Calif. — Anacor Pharmaceuticals announced today that it will present a poster and
oral presentation on a novel systemic anti-inflammatory candidate,
AN6415, at the upcoming 8th Cytokines and Inflammation
Conference, taking place January 28-29, 2010 in La Jolla, California.

Title: AN6415: A Novel, Highly Potent PDE4 Inhibitor with Oral
Activity and Broad Spectrum Cytokine Suppression

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NEW YORK — Scientists have detected glimmers of awareness in some vegetative brain-injury patients and have even communicated with one of them — findings that push the boundaries of how to assess and care for such people. The new research suggests that standard tests may overlook patients who have some consciousness, and that someday some kind of communication may be possible. “We were stunned when this happened,” said one study author, Martin Monti of Medical Research Council Cognitive and Brain Sciences Unit in Cambridge, England. “I find it literally amazing. This was a patient who was believed to be vegetative for five years.” Ever since a research paper four years ago showed apparent signs of awareness in a vegetative patient — one who was included in the new study — families of patients have been clamoring for brain scans, said Dr. James Bernat of Dartmouth Medical School, a spokesman for the American Academy of Neurology.
Vi-COR®, a manufacturer of yeast culture
products for swine, poultry and dairy feed , will feature “The Power of
V®” exhibit at World Ag Expo February 9-11 in Tulare, California. Vi-CORs
“The Power of V” branding campaign, which emphasizes its unique line of
research proven livestock nutrition products and personalized customer
service, was launched in 2009. In addition to Vi-CORs redesigned trade
show exhibit, the branding campaign also features full-page advertisements
in dairy industry publications. The creative concept behind Vi-CORs new
branding campaign ads “dresses” high-powered machines in black and white
dairy cow “attire.”

World Ag Expo is one of about 60 domestic and international trade shows
Vi-COR will participate in during 2010. “It is very important we attend as
many trade show events as possible to heighten brand awareness of Vi-COR,
our quality products, our manufacturing facility and our great customer
service,” says Jodi Ames, VP/director of marketing. Regional sales managers
from California, Idaho, Washington and Minnesota will be on hand to welcome
customers and potential customers.

Vi-COR entered the yeast industry in 1999 and from the beginning, made a
commitment to understanding yeast and the reason it works. As the first
yeast manufacturer to gain that knowledge, Vi-COR developed unique and
superior products for animal health and nutrition. A-Max® yeast culture
product is available in five concentrations and Celmanax®, a combination
of yeast culture, yeast extract and hydrolyzed yeast, is available in dry
and liquid forms.

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Barnes Noble.com Customers Can Now Make Smart Choices for Kids
Online by Using Common Sense Media Ratings and Reviews

NEW YORK SAN FRANCISCO — Barnes Noble, Inc. (BKS), the world’s largest bookseller, and Common
Sense Media (commonsense.org), the nations leading nonpartisan,
nonprofit organization dedicated to improving families’ experiences with
media and entertainment, have formed a partnership that will help
millions of Barnes Noble customers find age-appropriate books, movies,
games, and music for their kids.

Barnes Noble.com has added a “For Parents” section at the top of the
page in their online children’s section, which will provide Common Sense
Media’s Decider Slider™ and age-appropriateness rating for each item
selected, whether it’s a book, movie, game, or music offering, as well
as Common Sense Media’s “Parents Need to Know” information, which helps
parents make a decision quickly based on the most relevant details from
the review. The bottom of the page will feature a more complete
breakdown of Common Sense Media’s review — including violent/sexual
content, positive/negative messages, and more.

Common Sense Media features nearly 10,000 comprehensive reviews of
movies, TV, books, music, games, and websites, all based on
developmental criteria from some of the nations leading authorities.
Every review features an easy ON, OFF, or PAUSE rating for
age-appropriateness, as well as a rating for quality. In addition, every
Common Sense Media review features a content grid that highlights
specific content concerns, including violence, sexual content, language,
and key messages.

“We know how challenging it can be for parents to make smart choices for
their kids,” said William Lynch, president of Barnes Noble.com.
“Adding Common Sense Media ratings and reviews for books, movies, games,
and music is our way of making life easier for parents and taking the
worry out of making age-appropriate selections for their kids.”

Bark Group Inc. (OTCBB: BKPG), an
award-winning U.S. company with a multinational client base, announced
today, that Anaconda, the Companys Munich TV and multimedia subsidiary, has
established funding for their new short-movie called “ALMOST” (a love-
story). This production will be produced by the award-winning director Uwe
Greiner with Phillip Kirsamer on camera, both who were behind the successful
short-movie “GOOD KILL.” Cameraman Philip Kirsamer has previously worked
with the Wachowski-brothers, the producers of The MATRIX. CEO Mathias Lange
expects the production to start in May this year. The movie will be partly
government funded.

About ANACONDA, MUNICH
A new subsidiary of Bark Group Inc. in US — and a TV production company who
specializes in commercial production of own developed TV-formats — as well
as documentaries, childrens programming, light entertainment for the German
TV and internet market, ANACONDA have developed the formats, “My worst day,”
“From 5 – 2,” “We are the boss” and a number of other TV formats for the
German TV market. Anaconda has recently produced a number of “funny clip”
shows for TV stations in the European market. The companys production of
the short movie “Good Kill” in 2006 was among the runners up for
representing Germany at the Academy Awards that same year.

About Bark Group Inc.
Bark Group Inc. is an award-winning U.S. company that delivers cutting-edge
advertising and marketing campaigns to leading European businesses. Bark
develops and delivers highly effective marketing campaigns on structural,
strategic, and emotional and creative levels. Its integrated approach is
revolutionizing the communications field while offering clients a higher
return on their advertising investments. Barks objectives are to achieve
aggressive growth through acquisition and development of satellite companies
around the globe, starting with Europe. The company is adamantly pursuing
its ambitious goal to be ranked among the 10 best and most profitable
communication companies in Europe within 4 years.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning
of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and such forward-looking
statements are made pursuant to the safe harbour provisions of the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. “Forward-looking statements”
describe future expectations, plans, results, or strategies and are
generally preceded by words such as “may,” “future,” “plan” or “planned,”
“will” or “should,” “expected,” “anticipates,” “draft,” “eventually” or
“projected.” You are cautioned that such statements are subject to a
multitude of risks and uncertainties that could cause future circumstances,
events, or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-
looking statements, including the risks that actual results may differ
materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements; projected
events in this press release may not occur due to unforeseen circumstances,
various factors, and other risks identified in a companys annual report on
Form 10-K and other filings made by such company.

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Hungry Man was founded in 1997 and
is currently run by its three partners; directors Hank Perlman, Bryan
Buckley and Executive Producer Kevin Byrne. Headquartered in New York with
offices in Los Angeles, London, Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, Hungry Man is
home to 20 top-ranking directors worldwide and has produced some of the most popular spots in
the world today . This years highlights include the launch of
Microsofts Bing.com Windows 7, numerous Super Bowl Spots and an Emmy
Nomination for Bryan Buckleys American Express spot “Airport Lounge”
starring Martin Scorsese and Tina Fey.

“Black Cinema On Demand” To Celebrate The Most Influential Black
Artists

NEW YORK — Time Warner Cable (NYSE: TWC) is helping its Digital Cable customers
celebrate Black History Month by giving them access to a brand new
category of Movies on Demand (MOD). During the month of February,
viewers can access “Black Cinema On Demand,” a new category
featuring some of the most acclaimed, award-winning and influential
films featuring the most distinguished black directors, actors and
themes.

Many of the films in the new category have been groundbreaking in their
subject matter. They have enabled discourse on controversial topics, and
proven heartbreaking with their dramatic stories. Included in the new
category are current and classic films ranging from historical dramas to
documentaries, comedies, biographies and romance. Featured films come
from some of the most celebrated directors: Spike Lee’s brutally honest
“Do the Right Thing,” (1989) and the powerful Malcolm X (1992); Steven
Spielberg’s heart wrenching “The Color Purple” (1985) and historical
“Amistad” (1997), Ed Zwick’s harrowing “Blood Diamond” (2006), Denzel
Washington’s multi-award-winning “Antwone Fisher” (2002), Taylor
Hackford’s musical homage to Ray Charles, “Ray” (2004) and Tyler Perry’s
comical “I Can Do Bad All By Myself” (2007).

The movies feature great actors and actresses such as Angela Bassett,
Morgan Freeman, Samuel L. Jackson, Jamie Foxx, Denzel Washington, Whoopi
Goldberg, Danny Glover, Chris Rock, Leonardo DiCaprio, Anthony Hopkins,
Danny Aiello and many other stars in memorable performances. Included
are two documentary tributes to two of the greatest sports figures of
our time, Muhammad Ali and LeBron James.

“We are pleased to celebrate Black History Month with the programs,
music and movies that have inspired us, moved us and entertained us,”
said William Ortiz, Senior Director of Target Marketing at Time Warner
Cable, “And we’re happy to make it easy for our customers to find this
rich programming, so they can enjoy it as often as they want, whenever
they want.”

I SAW a Rohmer film once,” Gene Hackmans character in Night Moves famously declared. “It was kind of like watching paint dry.” Those two lines, in a movie directed by the acclaimed Arthur Penn, might have dissuaded an entire generation of film fans from investigating the work of Eric Rohmer. Its too bad. When Rohmer died on January 11 in Paris, at age 89, the world lost the man who might have been its greatest living director. In many ways, he was a stereotypically French filmmaker: His elegant films are filled with wine drinking and cigarette smoking in moody cafes and cramped apartments. As Hackmans character noticed, Rohmers characters dont seem to do much; no Protestant work ethic keeps them from philosophizing late into the night. Sometimes they dont even do so much as talk–a longish scene in Full Moon in Paris (1984) simply shows modish men and women dancing to mediocre French pop in a 1980s nightclub. But, despite the familiar European-art-film elements, Rohmer was a filmmaker unlike any other. In the 1950s, before the French New Wave Rohmer helped launch had even been conceived, he told fellow critic and would-be director Jacques Rivette that there were two novelists every filmmaker must read: Honore de Balzac and Fyodor Dostoevsky. You wont find many other French directors–let alone directors, period–closely studying these two giants. But a fondness for one of literatures founding realists, and for its greatest psychologist and moralist, sums up Rohmers approach to his art. Dont let these influences–or the fact that Rohmer was also a schoolteacher, a novelist, and a critic–lead you to think hes simply a highbrow writer who set his words to celluloid. In fact, a lot goes on in Rohmers films, though much of the drama is internal. Every one of his movies contains action of the highest type: Acharacter (usually a man) is faced with temptation and must make a moral decision. That decision, though pondered with the right amount of angst, might seem to be a momentary one, but it turns out to be momentous. A yes or a no can damn a man for eternity.

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Dear Jeanne: This recipe looks so good — like a “gourmet” macaroni and cheese — but I havent tried it because of all the fat. Is there any way to keep all the flavor while removing at least some of the fat? — Marsha G., Sarasota, Fla. Dear Marsha: This does look like it would be delicious. I didnt make it, either — 78 grams of fat? Even a bite would be too much! I did, however, make a dish that is really delicious using many of the same ingredients. No one ever would think this was “diet food.”
The Wall Street Journal (December 22, 2009)
reported on the Benefits of Resveratrol, one of the main ingredients in
ViaVientes Whole Fruit Puree. Almost everyone has heard about red wine
being touted as a health elixir and what is described as the French
Paradox: French people consume a diet high in fat (all those rich sauces)
and have one of the lowest incidents of heart disease in the world. The
secret to the French Paradox is in their red wine. The ingredient in wine
that makes this possible is Resveratrol, which is found in the red grapes
used to make the wine.

The article states, “Resveratrol has been found in animal studies to
prevent or slow progression of illness from cancer to cardiovascular
disease — and even to extend the life span of some organisms. Since 2008,
at least five human studies have been presented at scientific meetings
showing human benefits, ranging from improved blood flow to the heart to
better control of diabetes.”

ViaViente was 12 years in the making (1991-2003), and has been marketed
for over 6 years. It is sold in 25 Countries Territories around the
World. Users report they experience more Energy Healing from consuming
ViaViente daily. While Doctors use the product, they recommend it to
patients who ask for a Natural Anti-Inflammatory and want help with high
blood pressure, high cholesterol, joint pain, and a better nights sleep.
Four books have already been written by Doctors about ViaViente and another
one is scheduled to be released in the first half of 2010. ViaViente is
manufactured without preservatives in a Pharmaceutical Aseptic Lab in the
United States.

EIRO Research, a Dallas-based nutritional
company, reports that end-users of the EIROfit system, which incorporates a
resistant starch technology, have experienced substantial weight loss since
the products were introduced last year. Participants in a pilot field test
lost an average of 18 pounds in eight weeks, with some participants losing
up to 43 pounds in eight weeks.

“While significant weight loss can only be achieved through use of a
comprehensive system of products, diet and exercise, we believe a primary
reason for the efficacy of EIROfit is the use of resistant starch
technology in the EIRO Lean shake,” said Chris Hausman, CEO of EIRO
Research. “To our knowledge, the EIRO Lean shake is the first meal
replacement shake to incorporate resistant starch.”

David Rahm, MD, chief medical officer of EIRO Research commented,
“Resistant starches are not digested by the small intestine and have been
shown to promote satiety. The result is that consumers feel fuller longer,
and eat fewer calories throughout the day.”

In an eight week pilot field test of the EIROfit system, 25 participants
lost a total of 467 pounds, or an average of 18 pounds each. Some
participants in the study continued on the program and have lost in excess
of 50 pounds. “The system has been easy to use, and the results are
astounding. I was surprised to find that I wasnt hungry between meals and
had plenty of energy for daily exercise,” says Ken Haveman, a pilot study
participant who lost 42.6 pounds and 18.68% total body weight after being
on the system for 8 weeks.

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Expanded Facility Will Load Multiple Products onto a Single Unit Train

SAVANNAH, Ga. — Gavilon Fertilizer, LLC today announced plans to expand its fertilizer
operation in Sauget, Illinois. Construction of the 19,000-ton fertilizer
storage building is expected to be completed in the fall of 2010. Plans
also include the installation of high-speed bulk-fertilizer handling
equipment and rail configuration to accommodate the loading of 110-car
unit trains.

“We are pleased to be expanding and upgrading our fertilizer facility,”
commented Brian Harlander, president of Gavilon Fertilizer. “Upon
completion, Sauget will be the first bulk-fertilizer facility in the
United States capable of loading multiple products onto a single unit
train, providing increased flexibility for our distribution network and
supporting our ability to help customers manage inventory price risk
over multiple products.”

The Sauget facility currently has 25,000 tons of storage capacity and
distributes bulk fertilizer by truck and rail. The facility is served by
all Class I railroads, including BNSF, CSXT and Union Pacific. The
expanded facility will have 44,000 tons of storage capacity.

Results find 96% of consumers satisfied with work done by
independent auto repair shops

BOSTON — The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers today announced the results of
the most recent poll to determine the true need for the so-called Right
to Repair bill. Commissioned by the Alliance, The Clarus Research Group
surveyed 501 Massachusetts residents over the age of 18 who own or
regularly use one car that is no longer covered by the original
manufacturers warranty to determine if in fact consumers found
independent auto repairers unable to complete necessary automobile
maintenance and repair work.

The results show that 96% of consumers surveyed were satisfied with the
repair and maintenance work done to their cars by independent auto
repairers. And contrary to the proponents’ claims that this issue is an
epidemic in need of immediate action, only 17% percent of respondents
even knew the legislation existed.

The poll found that consumers are overwhelmingly satisfied with repair
work completed at independent auto repair shops. 91% of consumers who go
to independent auto repair shops said that they have never had a problem
getting their car serviced or repaired because the shop couldnt get
information or tools from the manufacturer. Additional results show the
independent auto repairers are already completing consumers repair
needs.

The poll also confirmed that important role independent repair shops
play in the vehicle repair industry. 58% of consumers bring their
automobile to an independent auto repair shop post warranty rather than
a dealership, while only 26% of consumers bring the car to a dealership
for post warranty repair (the remaining answered either they do the work
themselves or they did not know).

Green Energy Live (OTCBB: GELV) announced
yesterday that they have moved their corporate headquarters into an office
suite in Michigan, effectively merging all aspects of the corporation under
one roof. The move is a significant step to organizing a rapidly expanding
business.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently finalized the long-term
renewable fuels mandate that originated in 2007. The mandate is for 36
billion gallons of renewable fuel annually by 2022. When the 36 billion
gallons of renewable fuel criteria is met, over 328 million barrels of oil
a year will be saved, the equivalent of 27 million cars off of US roads.

Green Energy Live, with its proprietary biomass-to-energy conversion
solutions aimed at the $154 billion farming industry will benefit greatly
from all clean fuel legislation. Green Energy Lives gasification
technology gives the user almost complete energy independence, and in some
cases, the ability to generate income from selling back excess energy
production to the local power companies.

Other active stocks are Affymetrix Inc (NASDAQ: AFFX) Cyclacel
Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ: CYCC) Abercrombie Fitch (NYSE: ANF)

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Home Improvement Retailer Creates More Than 400 New Jobs in Monterrey

MONTERREY, Mexico — Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW), the world´s second-largest home
improvement retailer, announced today the opening of the first stores in
Monterrey, Mexico as part of its international growth strategy.

Lowe’s Linda Vista and Lowe’s Sendero open to customers on February 8.
Grand opening festivities including a board cutting ceremony are being
scheduled.

Lowe´s Mexico has invested approximately $18 million to $20 million
(USD) in each store. Approximately 430 persons have been hired to
operate the two stores and the company’s offices in Monterrey.

Each store offers a sales area of approximately 110,000 square feet
including a special drive-through building materials yard, a garden
center and a fully staffed, full-service hardware desk.

Real Salt Lake has hired former MLS player Miles Joseph as an assistant coach to replace Brian Johnson, who left after five seasons with the team to pursue other opportunities. Joseph spent six seasons in MLS from 1996 to 2001, including playing with Jason Kreis on the Dallas Burn in 2001. Joseph has been coaching since retiring, and for the past six years hes been involved with the Players Soccer Academy in his hometown of Clifton Park, N.Y. Prior to that he was an assistant with the Siena womens college soccer team. RSL TRIO GETS CALL UP: Real Salt Lakes Nick Rimando, Kyle Beckerman and Robbie Findley are among the 23 players whove been invited to the U.S. National Team camp in California from Feb. 10- 20. The camp gives coach Bob Bradley an extended look at the his MLS- based players prior to an exhibition match against El Salvador in Tampa, Fla. on Feb. 24.
New Hires in San Francisco and Los Angeles Offices to Complement
Company’s Rapidly Expanding Integrated Advertising Sales

Chris Sanders joins BUZZMEDIA from About.com, where he served as
Vice President, Western U.S., leading a team driving sales and client
solutions across the region. With nearly two decades of digital and
technology sales and marketing experience at companies including AOL,
Philips and SONY, Chris will lead the Bay Area and Pacific Northwest
sales teams and serve as a senior sales management leader, reporting to Doug
Rohrer, BUZZMEDIA‘s Chief Revenue Officer.

Judah Wiedre was previously Senior Director of Sales, West at Heavy.com,
where he was responsible for designing and executing integrated
marketing programs combining online, offline and mobile components for
global brands such as Toyota, Microsoft, PG, and LOreal. His numerous
years of digital experience creating and working on integrated sales
campaigns include positions at Veoh Networks and Flavorpill. In this
newly created role, Wiedre will report to Chris Sanders and will be
based in Los Angeles.

“Chris and Judah both possess extensive experience in developing and
executing large-scale, deeply integrated and creative campaigns which BUZZMEDIA
is increasingly becoming known for,” said Rohrer. “This
experience, combined with their successes that span a wide-range of
advertising categories and with some of the world’s leading brands, will
prove mutually valuable as we continue to grow our business and meet the
growing demand from advertisers.”

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MINNEAPOLIS — Allianz Group Chief Economist and Allianz Life Insurance Company of
North America (“Allianz Life”) President and CEO will present the
savings trends for the decade during a February 9 webinar at 12 noon
eastern. Emerging issues for the changes in US saving behavior, which
offers a key growth opportunity for the retirement business, and asset
transfer, will be discussed.

Founded in 1896, Allianz Life provides fixed and variable annuities, and
life insurance in the U.S. Allianz products are offered through a
nationwide network of independent distribution. The company is part of
Allianz SE, a global financial services group that is the 20th largest
company in the world based on revenues, (Fortune Global 500, August
2009) and employs nearly 155,000 people worldwide.

PALOS VERDES ESTATES, Calif. — Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCBB:MLGF), the parent company of
Malaga Bank FSB, today reported that net income for the year ended
December 31, 2009 was $9,494,000 ($1.65 per share basic and $1.64 per
share fully diluted), an increase of $2,418,000 or 34% from net income
of $7,076,000 ($1.24 per share basic and fully diluted) for the year
ended December 31, 2008. This record annual net income resulted in an
ROAE of 16.71% for the year and was achieved in spite of a $1,044,000
increase in FDIC insurance premiums in 2009. Malaga continues to have no
non-performing assets or delinquent loans.

Net income for the fourth quarter was $2,364,000 ($0.41 per share basic
and fully diluted) compared to $1,930,000 ($0.34 per share basic and
fully diluted) for the fourth quarter of 2008, an increase of 22%.

Net income increased in 2009 primarily as a result of a $5,297,000
increase in net interest income due to a $57 million growth in average
interest earning assets and an increase in interest rate spread from
2.74% in 2008 to 3.29% in 2009. The interest rate spread increased
primarily due to our average cost of funds declining faster than our
average yield on interest earning assets.

Malaga recorded a provision for loan losses of $120,000 in 2009 as
compared to $329,000 in 2008. The lower provision in 2009 was
attributable to lower net loan growth of $35 million in 2009 versus $59
million in 2008. Malaga’s allowance for loan losses was $2.8 million, or
0.37% of loans, at December 31, 2009.

Operating expenses increased $1,535,000 or 17% from $8,924,000 in 2008
to $10,459,000 in 2009. This increase was due primarily to a $1,044,000
increase in FDIC insurance premiums. In addition, salaries and related
benefits increased $504,000 due primarily to lower cost offset of
deferred loan origination costs as a result of lower loan origination
volume.

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — PharMerica Corporation (NYSE: PMC), a national provider of institutional
pharmacy and hospital pharmacy management services, today announced that
Gregory S. Weishar, Chief Executive Officer, will make a presentation
regarding the Company at the UBS 20th Annual Global
Healthcare Services Conference in New York City, on Monday, February 8,
2010, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

PharMerica Corporation is a leading institutional pharmacy services
company servicing healthcare facilities in the United States. PharMerica
operates institutional pharmacies in 42 states. PharMerica’s customers
are institutional healthcare providers, such as nursing centers,
assisted living facilities, hospitals and other long-term care
providers. The Company also provides pharmacy management services to
long-term care hospitals.

Federal employees and US government charged three times more for many
drugs than walk-in retail discount program participants

WASHINGTON — A new study released today by Change to Win shows that pharmacy benefits
manager CVS Caremark charges its largest customer – the US government –
and millions of federal employees more for hundreds of generic drugs
than participants in its retail generics discount program.

The study, “CVS
Caremark’s Generic Rip Off,” compares drug prices paid by the
federal government and its employees covered by CVS Caremark through the
Federal Employee Program (FEP) to drug prices for individuals using
CVS’s generics discount program available at its retail pharmacies. This
program – the “Health Savings Pass” (HSP) – is available to anyone who
enrolls and makes many generic prescriptions available for $9.99 for a
90-day supply.

In comparing these sets of prices, researchers found that the federal
government and FEP plan participants paid more for 85% of the generic
drugs available in CVS’s generics discount program. In some cases, the
differences were significant – sometimes more than three times as much
as the prices for individuals using CVS’s $9.99 generics discount
program. The report shows that if CVS Caremark offered the government
and federal employees its publicly available $9.99 generic discount
program price, taxpayers and federal workers could save hundreds of
millions of dollars.

“It’s the job of pharmacy benefit managers like CVS Caremark to
negotiate the lowest possible price on prescription drugs for their
clients,” said Jasmin Weaver of Change to Win. “So why is the company
charging federal employees, the US government and thus American
taxpayers more than it charges an individual who is not even
using insurance?”

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LOS ANGELES — Pacific Commerce Bank (OTCBB: PFCI), located at 420 E. Third Street, Los
Angeles, California announced its 2009 fourth quarter results.

Net loss for the fourth quarter was ($952,000) compared to ($2,014,000)
for the same quarter a year ago, a change of $1,062,000. The decrease in
net loss was attributable to an increase in net interest income and
non-interest income of $293,000 and $276,000, respectively, and a
decrease in the loan loss provision by $675,000, offset by a decrease in
income tax benefits of $195,000. The bank had set aside $1,620,000 in
provision for loan losses during the fourth quarter compared to
$2,295,000 for the same quarter in 2008. In addition, the bank recorded
income tax expense of $95,000 in the fourth quarter of 2009 versus an
income tax benefit of $95,000 for the same quarter a year ago. Core
operating income (before loan loss provision, stock option expense, and
income tax benefits) increased to $796,000, an increase of $569,000
compared to the same quarter a year ago.

Net loss for the twelve months ended December 31, 2009 was ($758,000)
compared to a net loss of ($1,540,000) in 2008, an improvement of
$782,000. The improvement was attributable to an increase in net
interest income and non-interest income of $781,000 and $758,000,
respectively, offset by an increase in non-interest expense and a
decrease in income tax benefit of $375,000 and $353,000, respectively.

The ratio of non-accrual loans to total loans was 6.15% versus 0.71% a
year ago, reflecting a steady deterioration throughout the course of the
year in credit quality, the business climate and the commercial real
estate market. The bank charged off $2,917,000 loans in 2009, however of
that amount, $2 million had been previously provisioned at the end of
2008.

The following are balance sheet highlights as of December 31, 2009:

The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, will deliver the opening remarks at a conference celebrating innovation and technological advances in Africa, entitled Africas New Frontier.

Minister Van Loan will discuss new opportunities for Canada-Africa commercial relations, highlighting positive developments. He will use this opportunity to emphasize Canadas commitment to economic integration, including growing trade and investment with this important region.

Veteran Mortgage Team Couples Unmatched Customer Service with Proven
Technology

NEWPORT, R.I. — Embrace
Home Loans, a prominent leader in the mortgage industry and a direct
lender for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, approved by FHA and VA, and an
issuer for Ginnie Mae, officially opened a new branch in Raleigh, N.C.
The branch is located at 3344 Six Forks Road and is managed by local
mortgage professional, Jan Sylvester. Sylvester previously managed A
Great Southern Mortgage Corporation in the Raleigh area.

“I am very proud to join the Embrace Home Loans team and to be able to
represent such a solid organization in the Raleigh market,” said
Sylvester. “My team has more than 20 years of experience, with several
members having previously worked with A Great Southern Mortgage
Corporation. With their combined, vast experience, they provide
unmatched customer service with impeccable turnaround times from a
cohesive and well-capitalized team of people. As part of the Embrace
team, we are able to offer new products and better underwriting.
Additionally, we are able to provide even better service and mortgage
financing to families in our area, including FHA and VA loans. By
coupling our experience, strong capital backing and excellent customer
service with Embrace Home Loans’ proven technology and long-standing
success, we’re confident about our abilities to not only meet, but
exceed the needs and expectations of this growing market.”

Embrace Home Loans is a profitable, privately owned company and is
rapidly expanding its operations in the consolidated market. The Raleigh
branch provides the entire loan process from application to closing, and
because it is not a broker, the process is much quicker. The branch
offers conventional, FHA and VA loan products. Embrace has been
recognized as one of the “Best Medium Companies to Work for in America,”
as well as one of the “INC 5,000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in
America.”

“The Raleigh branch is unlike any other in that they have remained
successful and continue to provide outstanding service to its community
despite the harsh economy,” said Dennis Hardiman, CEO and founder of
Embrace Home Loans. “Their referral base is very large and previous
customers often return for second loans, validating their great work and
demonstrating their similar values as our own. We’re confident in Jan’s
and her team’s ability to continue to serve Raleigh with such
exceptional service, and we’re excited to now be a part of their
community.”

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Company Has Received Strong Interest from Investors and Developers To
Partner on Major Redevelopment Effort

Starwood Also Plans to Open Six Hotels in New York City in 2010 and
launch a $90 Million Renovation of the Sheraton New York Hotel Towers

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — Starwood Hotels Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) announced today a
redevelopment plan for the 665-room Sheraton Manhattan at Times Square
in New York City. The company is exploring a variety of options to
maximize the long-term value of this significant asset which occupies
395,000 square feet of real estate, covering a full city block, bounded
by Broadway, Seventh Avenue and 51st and 52nd
Street near Times Square. The redevelopment plans will include a hotel
flying one of Starwood’s brand flags, in possible combination with
retail and office uses. Given the hotel’s incomparable footprint,
Starwood has received considerable interest from investors and
developers to partner on the project and the company has assembled a
project team to assist in evaluating a full range of options and
partners over the coming months.

As the hotel is redeveloped, Starwood will remove the Sheraton flag and
operate the hotel as a non-branded Starwood property beginning in April.
The hotel will remain open as the company finalizes redevelopment plans,
and will continue to be a member of the Starwood Preferred Guest
loyalty program. Starwood made the decision to operate the hotel as an
independent because the hotel does not currently meet the upgraded
standards of the Sheraton brand, which is culminating a three-year, $6
billion dollar global overhaul. As part of the revitalization of
Sheraton, Starwood’s largest and most global hotel brand, the brand has
removed 32 “off brand” hotels in order to improve its quality and
consistency, and reflect a significantly enhanced guest experience.

The redevelopment of the Sheraton Manhattan is illustrative of
Starwood’s bullish growth plans in New York City. Starwood has more
hotels in New York City than anywhere in the world and currently
operates 13 hotels here with plans to open six more in 2010, including
two new high-profile Sheraton properties in Brooklyn and Tribeca, the W
New York Downtown and the Four Points by Sheraton Long Island City. In
addition, the global hotel giant will debut its two newest brands in the
Big Apple with the openings of Aloft New York Brooklyn and Element New
York Times Square West, bringing its total number of New York City
properties to 19. In addition, the Sheraton New York Hotel Towers, the
Sheraton brand’s flagship New York property, will launch a $90 million
renovation later this year.

PALOS VERDES ESTATES, Calif. — Malaga Financial Corporation (OTCBB:MLGF), the parent company of
Malaga Bank FSB, today reported that net income for the year ended
December 31, 2009 was $9,494,000 ($1.65 per share basic and $1.64 per
share fully diluted), an increase of $2,418,000 or 34% from net income
of $7,076,000 ($1.24 per share basic and fully diluted) for the year
ended December 31, 2008. This record annual net income resulted in an
ROAE of 16.71% for the year and was achieved in spite of a $1,044,000
increase in FDIC insurance premiums in 2009. Malaga continues to have no
non-performing assets or delinquent loans.

Net income for the fourth quarter was $2,364,000 ($0.41 per share basic
and fully diluted) compared to $1,930,000 ($0.34 per share basic and
fully diluted) for the fourth quarter of 2008, an increase of 22%.

Net income increased in 2009 primarily as a result of a $5,297,000
increase in net interest income due to a $57 million growth in average
interest earning assets and an increase in interest rate spread from
2.74% in 2008 to 3.29% in 2009. The interest rate spread increased
primarily due to our average cost of funds declining faster than our
average yield on interest earning assets.

Malaga recorded a provision for loan losses of $120,000 in 2009 as
compared to $329,000 in 2008. The lower provision in 2009 was
attributable to lower net loan growth of $35 million in 2009 versus $59
million in 2008. Malaga’s allowance for loan losses was $2.8 million, or
0.37% of loans, at December 31, 2009.

Operating expenses increased $1,535,000 or 17% from $8,924,000 in 2008
to $10,459,000 in 2009. This increase was due primarily to a $1,044,000
increase in FDIC insurance premiums. In addition, salaries and related
benefits increased $504,000 due primarily to lower cost offset of
deferred loan origination costs as a result of lower loan origination
volume.

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