PR Hub – Newsletter for March 15, 2011
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Majority of Europeans ‘Worried by Dangerous Lighters’
CLICHY, France, March 15, 2011 – BIC, the leading manufacturer of stationery products, lighters and
shavers, and independent pollsters APCO Insight today published a new poll
that shows that nearly 87 per cent of Europeans are worried by information
that pocket lighters with the capacity to kill and maim are openly on sale
across the continent.
… Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Majority of Europeans 'Worried by Dangerous Lighters'.
Creative Play Comes to Ketchum Pleon With New ‘Odds and Sods’ Show by Dicky Graham
Meet the Artist on 17 March From 6 to 8 p.m.
LONDON, March 15, 2011 – Art@Ketchum Pleon proudly presents critically acclaimed and award-winning
artist Dicky Graham, who has established himself as a firm favourite on the
art scene with his humorous approach to assemblage, with fans including the
Kooks' lead singer, Luke Pritchard, as well as Katie …. Source : Creative Play Comes to Ketchum Pleon With New 'Odds and Sods' Show by Dicky Graham.
Ansaldo STS Standardizes on Prover Certifier for Safety Verification of ERTMS Level 2 Systems Supplied in Sweden
Following Successful Deployment for Urban Metro CBTC Systems, Ansaldo STS Orders Prover Certifier for Safety Verification of ERTMS Level 2 Interlocking Systems Supplied to the Swedish Transport Administration
STOCKHOLM and TOULOUSE, France, March 15, 2011 – Prover Technology, the world leader in Signaling Design Automation, today
announced that Ansaldo STS has placed an order for using …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Ansaldo STS Standardizes on Prover Certifier for Safety Verification of ERTMS Level 2 Systems Supplied in Sweden.
China Soul Releases “Breathe” From Debut Album, “Secrets & Words”
LONDON, March 15, 2011 – After releasing her much-anticipated debut album Secrets & Words in
November 2010, China Soul, daughter of actors David Soul (Starsky and Hutch)
and Julia Nickson (Rambo II), is set to release her follow-up single,
Breathe, via AS:MUSIC on 25th April 2011.
Described by the critics as "China Soul at … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : China Soul Releases "Breathe" From Debut Album, "Secrets & Words".
Secret Codes, Fast-Moving Action, Mystery and Adventure Make “Ninian Fire” the Perfect Series for Children Aged 8 to 12
LONDON, March 15, 2011 – "Ninian Fire – Double Dutchman" is being launched on 15th March as the
first in a series of exciting new children's novels written by Kate Anders
and published by ElcaMedia Publishing.
Set in Norwich, England, the book centres around Ninian Fire, a boy who
is crazy about codes and … Original source on Gaea Times at : Secret Codes, Fast-Moving Action, Mystery and Adventure Make "Ninian Fire" the Perfect Series for Children Aged 8 to 12.
Global Competition Celebrates Innovation and Inspiration of Multiple Sclerosis Community
Company Engages Global Community in International Search for Innovative Solutions to Live Better With Multiple Sclerosis
GENEVA, March 15, 2011 – Merck Serono, a division of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, today
announced the launch of Real MS: Your Innovation, a global design competition
searching for unique and innovative ideas that could help people overcome the
daily challenges of …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Global Competition Celebrates Innovation and Inspiration of Multiple Sclerosis Community.
Oil Refineries Schedules Fourth Quarter and Annual 2010 Earnings Release for March 21, 2011
Conference Call Scheduled for March 21, 2011 at 13:30 GMT, 9:30 EST
HAIFA, Israel, March 15, 2011 – Oil Refineries Ltd. (TASE: ORL.TA) (the "Company"), Israel's
largest oil refiner, announced today that it will be releasing its financial
results for the fourth quarter and full year 2010 on Monday, March 21, 2011.
The Company … Read more >>.
Oxford Biomedica Announces Publication of TroVax(R) Phase III Analyses in Cancer Immunology, Immunotherapy
Immune Response Surrogate Algorithm Shownto be a Significant Predictor of Clinical Benefit
OXFORD, England, March 15, 2011 – Oxford BioMedica plc ("Oxford BioMedica" or "the Company") (LSE: OXB), a
leading gene therapy company, today announces that further analyses of the
TroVax(R) Renal Immunotherapy Survival Trial ("TRIST"), a randomised,
double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase III study, have been accepted for
publication in …. Original source : Oxford Biomedica Announces Publication of TroVax(R) Phase III Analyses in Cancer Immunology, Immunotherapy.
Ballast Nedam – Appointment Member Supervisory Board
NIEUWEGEIN, The Netherlands, March 15, 2011 – As a result of resignation of Mrs M.H. Schultz van Haegen – Maas
Geesteranus as member of the Supervisory Board on 13 October 2010, the
Supervisory Board announces it will be nominating the following candidate at
the General Meeting of Shareholders on 19 May 2011.
Nomination of … Read more : Ballast Nedam – Appointment Member Supervisory Board.
BNK Petroleum Inc. Announces 2010 Year End Reserves and Poland Update
All Figures are US Dollars Unless Otherwise Stated
CAMARILLO, California, March 15, 2011 – BNK Petroleum Inc. (the "Company") (TSX: BKX) announces a 31% increase in
the estimated net present value of future net revenue (before tax, discounted
at 10%) of its Tishomingo shale gas field proved and probable reserves, to
US$315 million from US$241 million at 2009 …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Oracle Application Development Framework Mobile Client Now Available
Enables Developers to Quickly Develop Applications for Mobile Devices
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News Facts
Furthering its support for Java-based mobile development, Oracle today announced Oracle Oracle Application Development Framework (ADF) Mobile Client (www.oracle.com/technetwork/developer-tools/adf/overview/adf-mobile-096323.html) , an extension of the Oracle Application Development Framework (www.oracle.com/technetwork/developer-tools/adf/overview/index.html) .
A component of Oracle Fusion …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Kredits Receives USD $4.5M Investment to Develop New Microfinance Technologies and Expand Global Presence
Industry pioneer will accelerate delivery of state-of-the-art microfinance technologies to meet growing demand for affordable and scalable microfinance solutions.
SALT LAKE CITY, March 15, 2011 – Kredits, a leading provider of technology solutions for microfinance
institutions ("MFIs"), today announced it has received a USD $4.5 million
investment from Sophia ApS, a Danish investment vehicle. Kredits will use …. Source : Kredits Receives USD $4.5M Investment to Develop New Microfinance Technologies and Expand Global Presence.
Sarawak Government Committed to Rural Development
KUCHING, Sarawak, Malaysia, March 15, 2011 – The Government of Sarawak continues its efforts to develop rural and
remote areas where the majority of poverty in the State is concentrated. It
is implementing initiatives to encourage traditional industries in rural
areas such as agriculture and aquaculture, thereby creating jobs as well as
improving access to electricity, communications, clean …. Original article : Sarawak Government Committed to Rural Development.
Team Isleworth Grabs First-Round Lead at Tavistock Cup
ORLANDO, Florida, March 15, 2011 – Team Isleworth leads Round 1 of the Tavistock Cup with a two-stroke
advantage on its home course.
Team Isleworth, which features Robert Allenby, Stuart Appleby, Brian
Davis, J.B. Holmes, Sean O'Hair and Lee Janzen, shot 30-under par in the
better ball format to hold a slight lead on … Read : Team Isleworth Grabs First-Round Lead at Tavistock Cup.
Capstone Reports Record Revenue and Strong Earnings for 2010
VANCOUVER, March 14, 2011 – Capstone Mining Corp. (CS: TSX) today announced its financial results for
the year ended December 31, 2010. Net earnings for the year were $72.6
million and cash flow from operating activities was $86.3 million. Capstone
ended the year with cash, restricted cash and short-term deposits on hand of
$192.4 million. Copper production for …. Source : Gaea News Network.
International Pop Icon KUBA Ka Releases His Multi-Media Project ‘STREETS OF FREEDOM’
Topical Project Dedicated To Human Rights Around The World As KUBA Continues His Positive Message As A Warrior
LOS ANGELES, March 14, 2011 – KUBA Ka is a young, ambitious and talented entertainer now ready to
launch his new single and music video "STREETS OF FREEDOM", which is set to
thrill fans worldwide with upbeat dance rhythms …. Original article : International Pop Icon KUBA Ka Releases His Multi-Media Project 'STREETS OF FREEDOM'.
Abbott Supports Relief Efforts in Japan
Company's Philanthropic Foundation the Abbott Fund Provides $3 Million to Help People Affected by the Earthquake and Tsunami
ABBOTT PARK, Illinois, March 14, 2011 – Abbott (NYSE: ABT), through its philanthropic foundation the Abbott Fund,
is providing $3 million (245 million yen) to support immediate relief efforts
in response to the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan. …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Abbott Supports Relief Efforts in Japan.
TOMS Shoes’ 4th Annual One Day Without Shoes to Take Place on April 5, 2011
SANTA MONICA, California, March 14, 2011 – On Tuesday, April 5, TOMS Shoes will ask the world to go without shoes so
that kids don't have to with its annual One Day Without Shoes event. This is
the day each year that TOMS (www.TOMS.com) raises awareness of the
impact a pair of shoes can have on a …. Source : TOMS Shoes' 4th Annual One Day Without Shoes to Take Place on April 5, 2011.
Teysuno(TM) (S-1) Receives European Marketing Authorization as First-Line Therapy for Advanced Gastric Cancer
Authorization Provides a New Treatment Option for European Gastric Cancer Patients
TOKYO, March 14, 2011 – Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., and its parent company, Otsuka Holdings
Co., Ltd., announced today that the European Commission (EC) has granted
marketing authorization for Teysuno(TM) (S-1), a novel oral anti-cancer agent
indicated for the treatment of adults with advanced gastric cancer when … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Teysuno(TM) (S-1) Receives European Marketing Authorization as First-Line Therapy for Advanced Gastric Cancer.
Stay With Millennium & Copthorne Hotels This Spring
LONDON, March 14, 2011 – Millennium & Copthorne Hotels has launched its 2011 Spring
Breaks campaign, available at 24 four star and four star deluxe hotels in UK
(www.millenniumhotels.co.uk/) locations and across Europe. With a wide
choice of accommodation in prime city centre locations, guests can enjoy
superb value prices, great facilities and service on leisure breaks that
include …. Source : Gaea News Network.