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Eldorado Stone's Idea Book ``The Allure of Permanence'' Now on Sale  
Eldorado Stone, a world leader in architectural stone veneer, has released a new idea book entitled, The Allure of Permanence. The coffee-table-style book is filled with a wide variety of authentic-looking stone and brick installations that are meant to inspire design and showcase the versatility and highly textural beauty that Eldorado Stone adds to any space. The book can be purchased at http://www.eldoradostone.com/walkthrough for $24.95. 2008-04-30

1 Attachment CoreValve Names Daniel T. Lemaitre as Chief Executive Officer  
CoreValve (www.corevalve.com) announced today that it has appointed Daniel T. Lemaitre as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He succeeds Jacques Seguin, M.D., Ph.D., co-founder of CoreValve, who will remain as Chairman of the Board. 2008-04-30

AdvancedMD Reaches Milestone Processing More Than 1 Million Claims in a Single Month: Features of Web-based Medical Billing Software Strengthen Offering to Reach More Than 8,500 Providers Nationwide  
AdvancedMD Software Inc. (www.advancedmd.com), the leading provider of Web-based practice management solutions for physician offices, management services organizations and medical billing services, announced today that it now provides medical billing software to more than 8,500 providers nationwide who collectively processed more than one million claims last month. This milestone highlights the enormous growth of the company, processing more than $3 billion in claims annually, and reaffirms the use of Web-based products managing aspects of business in virtually every major vertical market - including private practice medicine. 2008-04-30

1 Attachment Raydiance Achieves Record Pulse Energy for Femtosecond Fiber Laser: Milestone Reached for U.S. Navy Contract; Increased Power Promises to Impact Numerous Commercial Applications and Open New Markets  
Raydiance, Inc., developer of the world's first compact, cost-effective and fully software-controlled ultrashort pulse (USP) laser platform, today announced that it has demonstrated the highest pulse energy ever achieved in a fiber laser at the eye-safe wavelength of 1552 nanometers. The milestone was reached as part of a multi-million dollar research and development contract with the U.S. Department of the Navy. 2008-04-30

1 Attachment TAH Industries Introduces New u-TAH(R) Nano(TM) Applicator System to Simplify Handling and Dispensing of Two-component Dental and Medical Materials  
TAH Industries, a subsidiary of Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN), has announced the u-TAH(R) Nano(TM) system, the world's first single-use packaging and applicator system to utilize the mechanical, ergonomic, and economic benefits of standard single-component dispensers for mixing and applying two-component adhesives, pastes and other dental and medical materials in clinical applications. 2008-04-30

UMassOnline Revenue For FY '08 Sees 32% Increase to $37M While Enrollment Growth Exceeds 26%: While Overall Higher Education Student Population Grew by 1.5% in the U.S., UMassOnline Enrollments Show Better than 26% Increase to 33,900  
Pointing to its continually expanding portfolio of programs, its first year of innovative blended learning offerings, and a growing regional, national and international reputation and reach, UMassOnline, the online learning division of the University of Massachusetts, today announced a second consecutive fiscal year of record-breaking enrollment and revenue results. Matching last year's results, which were the best in three years, fiscal year 2008 at UMassOnline saw a 26.2% increase in enrollments, to 33,900 over 26,855 in fiscal year 2007, and a 31.9% increase in revenue to $36,977,854 over fiscal year 2007 revenues of $28,030,985. 2008-04-30

Trackbacks Available Audience Measurement Meets the Mobile Internet as AdMob Launches Comprehensive Free Mobile Analytics Suite: Private Beta Signups Begin Today at http://analytics.admob.com
The mobile Web is taking the next step in maturity as AdMob today announced the introduction of AdMob Mobile Analytics. This product is the second major offering from the company which is currently known for its award-winning mobile advertising network. AdMob Mobile Analytics delivers a comprehensive solution for understanding user behavior and makes it easy to measure the usage of mobile Websites and advertising campaigns. 2008-04-30

Nationwide Survey Reveals 87 Percent of Consumers Question Safety of Personal Information, Yet Many Unknowingly Engage in Risky Behaviors: Exchange of Information Through Seemingly Harmless Behaviors Jeopardizing Safety and Confidentiality Entering Sweepstakes, Enrolling in Reward Programs, Filling out Warranty Cards All Help Fuel Hidden Data Trade Industry  
Despite placing the security of their personal information as a top priority, many U.S. adults are unwittingly engaging in everyday activities that could put their privacy in jeopardy, according to a new study conducted by Harris Interactive(R). 2008-04-30

Mimeo.com Appoints Print Industry Experts to Head Product Solutions and Platform Development  
Mimeo.com (http://www.mimeo.com), the innovator of online, on-demand digital printing for business documents and marketing materials, announced today the hiring of Holly Muscolino as Vice President, Product - Print Solutions, and Chuck Gehman as Vice President of Product Platforms, two newly created positions. Combined, the two print industry experts possess nearly 40 years of print-industry experience and expertise. 2008-04-30

Velocity Networks Cuts Customer Costs with Business VoIP Offering: VoIP for Business Provides Businesses Substantial Monthly Savings While Increasing Productivity  
Velocity Networks, an integrated Voice and Data services company, announced today that they now offer additional value to their corporate clients through its hosted VoIP phone service. Velocity Networks has combined their IP network expertise with solutions provided by CommPartners and Transera to provide enterprise grade VoIP services and call center solutions for business customers. 2008-04-30

Interop Snapshot: Strong Interest in Virtualization, VoIP, and WAN Optimization -- NetQoS and Network Instruments On-Site Survey Reveals Trends and Challenges Impacting Attendees  
Interop attendees signaled strong interest in VoIP, virtualization, and WAN optimization technologies, according to a study released today by Network Instruments(R) and NetQoS(R) Inc. The on-site survey of 117 network engineers and IT executives found: 2008-04-30

Exclusive Resorts(R) Introduces New Suite Of Membership Plans: Added Flexibility and Choice Enhance Offerings  
Exclusive Resorts (www.exclusiveresorts.com), the world's leading luxury destination club, recently announced a new suite of membership plans, making the club's vacation offerings the most flexible in the industry. 2008-04-30

JavaOne Conference Announces 2008 Show Devices: Technology from Livescribe, Sony Ericsson and Sentilla Available at the JavaOne Conference  
Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAVA) today announced the show devices for the upcoming 2008 JavaOne(SM) conference, May 6-9 at Moscone Center in San Francisco - the Pulse Smartpen from Livescribe, the Sony Ericsson K850i and the Sentilla Perk Kit. The show devices are available for purchase by anyone with a JavaOne conference badge, on a first-come, first-served basis. For each individual show device, purchases are limited to one per customer. JavaOne Conference attendees can purchase these devices Tuesday-Thursday, May 6-8, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Moscone Center, South Upper Lobby Hang Space. JavaOne conference registration details are available at: http://java.sun.com/javaone/sf/registration.jsp. 2008-04-30

Open Source Java Technology Debuts In GNU/Linux Distributions: Latest Releases of Fedora and Ubuntu Feature OpenJDK-based Implementations  
Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAVA), Canonical Ltd. and Red Hat, Inc. (NYSE: RHT) today announced the inclusion of OpenJDK-based (http://openjdk.java.net) implementations in Fedora 9 and Ubuntu 8.04 Long Term Support (LTS) Server and Desktop editions, furthering the promise of Sun's open source Java(TM) technology initiative. 2008-04-30

Want a Free Bet on the Kentucky Derby? All Horse Racing Has Your Ticket  
All Horse Racing (www.allhorseracing.com), an international horse racing company, today announced the start of the annual Triple Crown Challenge with a free bet on the 134th Kentucky Derby. 2008-04-30

Inovis Selected as a Top 100 Logistics IT Provider by Inbound Logistics
Inovis, a leading provider of on-demand Business Community Management solutions, today announced that it has been recognized by Inbound Logistics as a top 100 logistics IT provider for 2008. 2008-04-30

Amateur Golf Tournament Offers Unforgettable PGA TOUR Experience: Enter the "Nature Valley(R) Amateur" and play like a pro  
Amateur golfers from across America are invited to compete on some of the game's most challenging courses to deliver an authentic PGA TOUR playing experience. The second annual "Nature Valley(R) Amateur" will consist of 20 qualifying golf tournaments played throughout the summer at the PGA TOUR's premier TPC courses. Winners will vie for the amateur title on October 25, 2008 at the home of THE PLAYERS Championship - TPC Sawgrass. 2008-04-30

Weathering the Storm: What High Net Worth Individuals Are Doing Right -- and Wrong -- When It Comes to Navigating the Downturn -- Michael Markiewicz, High Net Worth Specialist at Marks Paneth & Shron, Available to Discuss Wise Moves, and Potential Missteps, for Affluent Individuals During the Downturn
Affluent individuals generally understand the importance of protecting their assets and lifestyle during an economic downturn. But some of the wisest moves can run counter to their instincts. 2008-04-30

What Does a Good Night's Sleep Feel Like?  
Bill Marshal, owner of a general contracting business in Half Moon Bay, had snored for years. He knew that he woke up often in the night, but it took an observant friend and a trip to the Sleep Medicine Center at Stanford Hospital & Clinics for Marshal to understand that in his case, the snoring wasn't normal. 2008-04-30

1 Attachment DHL Delivers Fans Another Season of Major League Baseball(R): -- DHL Continues Sponsorship of DHL All-Star FanFest(TM) and Two Major League Baseball Award Programs -- DHL and MLB.com(R) Launch Microsite for Baseball Fans at MLB.com/dhl -- DHL's Team Alliances Include New York Yankees and Cincinnati Reds  
DHL, the world's leading global express delivery and logistics company, has launched its fourth season as the Official Express Delivery and Logistics Provider of Major League Baseball(R) and MLB.com. DHL also continues its title sponsorship of DHL All-Star FanFest, the world's largest baseball fan event held during 2008 MLB All-Star Week(TM) in New York City, and its presenting sponsorship of the "DHL Presents the Major League Baseball Delivery Man of the Month" and "DHL Presents the Major League Baseball Delivery Man of the Year" awards. 2008-04-30

TicketNews.com Announces Its Exclusive Top Ticket Sellers Rankings for the Week of 04/20/08 - 04/26/08  
2008-04-30

JUDAS PRIEST Contracts With PAID, INC. for VIP Fan Experiences, Fan Relations  
The renowned heavy metal rock band JUDAS PRIEST (www.judaspriest.com) has signed a three-year contract with Paid Inc.'s (OTCBB: PAYD) celebrity services business for fan club activities and VIP ticket packages. The highly theatrical and extremely popular 'Metal Gods' announced this newly contracted partnership while continuing their international tour, and amid eager anticipation of their long-awaited Nostradamus concept album, a metal opera based on the life and predictions of the famed 16th century French seer Nostradamus. 2008-04-30

VdateOnline.com: launches its Free Video Dating Forum  
VdateOnline.com, the only TOTALLY FREE video dating site offering instant free live video chat to all members, announces the launch of its Video Dating Forum. The new dating forum feature, unique to VdateOnline, was designed for the benefit of our growing membership base and a multitude of requests from the sites users. The free online dating forum has been designed to provide all VdateOnline.com members with a new means to communicate their advice, thoughts, comments, opinions, and interact with other members on the site. The online dating forum also offers free online dating advice to all members which is provided by both experienced male and female editors. The goal of the free online dating and relationship advice column is simply to improve online dating opportunities of all members, to meet and successfully interact with any of their prospective matches. 2008-04-30

Bruker's New Advanced Supercon, Inc. (ASCI) Subsidiary Starts U.S. Operations and Hires Tom Rosa as CFO and Senior VP
Advanced Supercon, Inc. (ASCI) in Billerica, Massachusetts, a new subsidiary of Bruker Corporation (NASDAQ: BRKR), announced today that it has hired Thomas M. Rosa as Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President, and that it is establishing business development and customer support operations in the U.S. under Mr. Rosa's leadership. The manufacturing operations of the Advanced Supercon business and its present research and development for low temperature superconductor (LTS) and high temperature superconductor (HTS) wires and devices will remain in Europe. Over time, ASCI expects to conduct selected superconducting device-related R&D projects also at its new U.S. operations. 2008-04-30

Chapter Excerpt from Of Permanent Value: The Story of Warren Buffett / 2008 Cosmic Edition by Andy Kilpatrick - An Interview with Warren Buffett's Fitness Trainer  
The following is an excerpt from Andy Kilpatrick's biography on Warren Buffett, Of Permanent Value: The Story of Warren Buffett / 2008 Cosmic Edition. This particular chapter profiles Warren Buffett's fitness trainer, Michelle Streif, and explains the Oracle of Omaha's workout in detail. Additional excerpts from the book are available at the following links: Buffett on Generics, the Opening Chapter, highlights from the Berkshire Hathaway annual meetings, and the initial press release outlining the book. The book can be purchased from Amazon by following this link. 2008-04-30

PanGenex (PGXC) Launches Sales and Marketing Initiative  
PanGenex Corporation (Pink Sheets:PGXC) announces that in conjunction with the acquisition of Calgenex Corporation it is launching a nationwide marketing program. The initiative is a result of the involvement of recognized medical experts who assisted in the development of a "Go to Market" strategy for PanGenex's proprietary line of Calgenex nutraceutical products. 2008-04-30


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