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Zynga Reiterated as a "sell" by TheStreet and Applied Materials Reports Strong Revenue in 2nd Quarter

Zynga, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZNGA) has been reiterated as a "sell" rating by TheStreet Ratings team with a ratings score of D+. The company recently announced that Hit It Rich! slots is now available worldwide on Google Play, giving consumers more options for how, when and where they play their favorite slots game. Hit It Rich! is one of the most popular Casino game on Apple's App Store and has the world's largest portfolio of branded social slots games. Zynga Inc. develops, markets, and operates online social games as live services played on the Internet, social networking sites, and mobile

Aesculap, Inc. to Participate at American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS); featuring Caiman® & Endo-SPONGE™

At Booth 212, Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, Hollywood, FloridaCenter Valley, PA (May 16, 2014) – Aesculap, Inc., a leader in surgical technology instruments is pleased to announce its participation at the ASCRS 2014 Annual Meeting from May 17 – 21, 2014.  Exhibition days are planned for May 18 – 20, 2014. Visitors to Aesculap’s booth, number 212, will see the company’s latest offerings in seal and cut technology, as well as its innovative advancements in anastomotic leakage treatment.  Increased efficiency with Caiman® Vessel Sealers -  Caiman was designed to deliver improved results for

GemWhere, the new Smart Voice Watch, is Receiving Funding through Kickstarter

The wearable device delivers the latest news and relevant information to its wearer. MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – After developing a prototype for GemWhere, its creator is seeking funds through a newly launched Kickstarter campaign to make the wearable computing device available to everyone. The innovative smart voice watch comes with GSM/3G, Wifi, and Bluetooth capabilities, allowing the user to access news wherever they are. A crowdfunding goal of $100,000 has been set, and funds will only be granted if the goal is reached by its closing date of June 11, 2014. Because of the

As passage of legislation on patent trolls appears imminent, IP attorney looks at its swift evolution

Fee shifting remains among the three most divisive issues presenting challenges to pending patent legislationANN ARBOR – Following two years of brisk bill writing to address the impact of non-practicing entities (NPEs) on patent litigation across the country, legislation may soon be passed, thanks to the bi-partisan support of several current bills. James Cleland, a shareholder in the Ann Arbor office of Brinks Gilson & Lione , one of the largest intellectual property law firms in the U.S., said the evolution in patent reform legislation to curb frivolous

Army unveils 2nd "Gold Star" PSA during Memorial Day weekend

By William BradnerU.S. Army Installation Management CommandJOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO (May 7, 2014) – The Army announced plans today to release the second of three public service announcements developed to increase awareness of Department of Defense-issued Gold Star lapel buttons and military service-issued Lapel Buttons for Next of Kin of Deceased Personnel, commonly referred to as Gold Star pins. This Saturday, May 17, Fox Sports plans to air the PSA during a broadcast of the Los Angeles Angels game on Armed Forces Day. The LA Angels will play the PSA in stadium and recognize LA-area

NAI Mexico Welcomes Rhyne Brown

NAI Mexico is pleased to welcome Mr. Rhyne Brown. Rhyne joins as Executive Vice President, Global Client Development.Tijuana, BC, Mexico May 16, 2014. NAI Mexico  is pleased to announce that industry veteran Rhyne Brown has joined its corporate team as Executive Vice President, Global Client Development. Rhyne Brown comes to NAI Mexico  from the corporate parent organization, NAI Global , headquartered in New York. For the last 14 years, his professional focus was growing and managing commercial real estate

Aesculap, Inc. to Participate at American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS);featuring Caiman® & Endo-SPONGE™

At Booth 212, Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, Hollywood, FloridaAesculap, Inc., a leader in surgical technology instruments is pleased to announce its participation at the ASCRS 2014 Annual Meeting from May 17 – 21, 2014.  Exhibition days are planned for May 18 – 20, 2014. Visitors to Aesculap’s booth, number 212, will see the company’s latest offerings in seal and cut technology, as well as its innovative advancements in anastomotic leakage treatment.  Increased efficiency with Caiman® Vessel Sealers -  Caiman was designed to deliver improved results for the most challenging procedures.

Statement by Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President of Montgomery College, on FY15 Operating and Capital Budget Decisions by the County Council

I am most grateful for the operating and capital budget decisions made Thursday by the Montgomery County Council. Its investment will enable the College to protect affordability, advance excellence, and enhance access and success. The council’s actions are proof that the horizon shines brightly as we approach the end of another academic year at Montgomery College. The fiscal year 2015 operating budget will include $17.8 million in county support, which marks an increase of 18 percent over last year. Combined with an increase of $3 million in state funding support, our budget will enable

IBA Group Unveils New Website

IBA Group, an alliance of IT companies with more than 2,700 employees, unveils a new version of its website for IBA USA.IBA Group is pleased to announce the launch of the newly designed website http://us.ibagroupit.com/. The website is focused on the activities of IBA USA, the IBA Group’s office in the United States, including the services that the company provides to US customers and specifics of the company’s operations in this country. The slider at the home page presents key IT offerings of IBA USA, namely SAP solutions, business analytics, mainframe software, mobile applications,

General Motors Agrees to Pay $35M Fine Over Faulty Ignition Switch Recall Delays and ZBB Energy Corp. Soars on 3rd Quarter Earnings

General Motors Company (NYSE: GM) has to pay a $35 million fine and agree to "unprecedented oversight requirements" as part of a deal with the U.S. Department of Transportation over its recent recalls. "We have learned a great deal from this recall. Wewill now focus on the goal of becoming an industry leader in safety," GM CEO Mary Barra said in a statement. "We will emerge from this situation a stronger company." The deal with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration covers the company's "failure to report a safety defect ... in a timely manner." General Motors Company (GM)

Nordstrom and Kingold Jewelry Shares Soar Higher after First Quarter Results

Nordstrom Inc. (NYSE: JWN) has reported a strong first quarter announcing that it has earned 72 cents per share on revenue of $2.93 billion for the period. This exceeded the 68 cents and $2.86 billion that analysts polled by FactSet were anticipating. The company said that it benefited from improved sales and it stood by its full-year forecast. Nordstrom, Inc., a fashion specialty retailer, offers apparel, shoes, cosmetics, and accessories for women, men, and children in the United States. It operates in two segments, Retail and Credit. The Retail segment offers a selection of brand name

Rackspace Hosting Hires Morgan Stanley to Seek Strategic Options and World Wrestling Entertainment Plunges on NBCUniversal Deal

Rackspace Hosting, Inc. (NYSE: RAX) climbed the most in 5 1/2 years, after it was revealed that the company has hired Morgan Stanley to seek strategic options that could include teaming up with bigger technology companies. The result could be a partnership or acquisition, though there is no timetable, Rackspace said in a statement. “Our board decided to hire Morgan Stanley to evaluate the inbound strategic proposals, and to explore any other alternatives which could advance Rackspace’s long-term strategy,” the company said in the statement. Rackspace Hosting, Inc., through its

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway is Betting on Verizon and Chesapeake Energy Will Spin Off Oilfield Services Unit

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ) has had several major investors picked up stakes in the company. Reports revealed that Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway had 11 million shares valued at approximately $524 million as of the end of March. John Paulson's new Verizon stake was worth $415.9 million at the end of the quarter, while Daniel Loeb's stake was worth $166 million, according to The Wall Street Journal. Verizon Communications Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides communications, information and entertainment products and services to consumers, businesses, and governmental

Nidron Holding publishes offer document

THIS PRESS RELEASE MAY NOT, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, BE DISTRIBUTED OR PUBLISHED IN OR INTO AUSTRALIA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA OR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. THE OFFER IS NOT BEING MADE TO (AND ACCEPTANCES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FROM) PERSONS IN THOSE COUNTRIES OR ELSEWHERE WHERE THEIR PARTICIPATION REQUIRES FURTHER DOCUMENTATION, FILINGS OR OTHER MEASURES IN ADDITION TO THOSE REQUIRED BY SWEDISH LAW.The offer document regarding Nidron Holding AG’s (“Nidron”) public share offer without bid premium to the other owners of shares in Fenix Outdoor AB (publ)

GENEROUS CHARITABLE DONATION BY YORKSHIRE BRANCH OF HIGH PROFILE TRADE ASSOCIATION

16 May 2014 – The Yorkshire Region of national trade association the Building & Engineering Services Association  (formerly HVCA) have again raised a significant sum for local charity Sailfree, operating from Otley Sailing Club . Sailfree works under the national umbrella of Sailability , the charitable arm of the Royal Yachting Association (RYA).  The aim of the charity is to provide sailing experiences to people with all types of disabilities.  These sessions

Half Term a Sweet Treat at Black Country Living Museum

Satisfy your sweet tooth this Half Term with a visit to Black Country Living Museum and enjoy childhood favourite treats as the Museum celebrates the re-launch of the sweet shop boiler with a fun-filled week of traditional sweet making and childhood games. The Museum’s sweet shop takes the name of Thomas Cook, who ran a small confectionary business at 21 Bond Street, Dudley between 1871 and 1901. The skill of sugar boiling has been revived at the Museum, and from Saturday 24 May until Sunday 1 June you can see live demonstrations and experience the tastes, the smells and the

LJMU researcher elected to Council of Royal Astronomical Society

Post-doctoral researcher and Ogden Trust Outreach Officer at LJMU's Astrophysics Research Institute, Stacey Habergham, has been elected to the Council of the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS).Stacey was one of 18 people standing for four Council places and she will serve a term of three years on Council. The aims of the RAS are to encourage and promote the study of astronomy, solar-system science and geophysics. This is achieved by publishing research in its journals, organising scientific meetings, awarding medals, prizes and grants, supporting education through grants and

Czech Republic extends Gripen contract with Sweden

The defence and security company Saab welcomes the signing of a new Gripen lease agreement between the governments of the Czech Republic and Sweden. According to the contract, signed today, the Czech Republic will continue to operate 14 Gripen C/D another 12 years, until at least 2027. The partnership is a contract between two governments, where Saab acts as a sub-contractor to FMV, who provides the aircraft. No order is placed on Saab yet.“With this agreement, the Czech Republic is taking a long-term strategic decision to continue operating Gripen and ensuring the continued development of

Transcom closes divestment of Polish Credit Management Services unit for EUR 0.9m

Luxembourg, 16 May 2014 – Transcom today announced the divestment of its Polish Credit Management Services (CMS) unit to Credit Express Group B.V. for €0.9 million. The transaction was simultaneously signed and closed. The divested CMS unit in Poland had a turnover of €1.8 million in 2013. This transaction is in line with Transcom’s strategy to focus on its core business – outsourced customer care solutions (CRM). For further information, please contact: Johan Eriksson, President and CEOTelephone +46 70 776 80 22 Pär Christiansen, CFOTelephone +46 70 776 80 16 Stefan

TAKE A BREAK SCHEME REOPENS FOR FAMILIES RAISING DISABLED CHILDREN IN SCOTLAND

Take a Break, which provides much-needed short breaks for families caring for children and young people with additional needs, has re-opened after receiving further funding from the Scottish Government.Family Fund – the UK’s largest provider of grants to low-income families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people – continues to administer the programme that it developed specifically for the Scottish Government. First launched in November 2011, take a Break allows those caring for disabled children and young people across Scotland to apply for a grant towards a short

Sandy Ellis Joins Homeowners Mortgage in Tampa as Senior Mortgage Loan Officer

Homeowners Mortgage Enterprises  (HME), a full service regional mortgage-banking firm serving the Southeast, welcomes Sandy Ellis to its Tampa, Florida location as a senior mortgage loan officer. Sandy is no stranger to the real estate business, growing up in a family of real estate/ homebuilding entrepreneurs with more than 50 years invested in the industry.  Before attending Millsaps College, Sandy developed his skills working for the home sales division of his father’s company, serving as the building coordinator for the homebuilding division and also

Thumbs up for FlexLink at Interpack

Visitors give FlexLink   thumbs up for the message and solutions presented at Interpack, the world’s largest packaging exhibition which ended May 14th.“The feedback from customers has been fantastic” comments Viktor Hermanson, Marketing Manager at FlexLink. “It is clear that the message about know-how, improving production efficiency and reducing cost of ownership has been well accepted by companies. This concerns the whole spectrum from the new wide belt conveyor system in stainless steel which focus on manufacturers’ operational perspective to the integration of

Orkla ASA :Orkla ASA - Issuance of Commercial Paper

Orkla ASA has issued a commercial paper of NOK 500,000,000. Start date:                   20 May, 2014Maturity:                     20 August, 2014Coupon:                      1.90 %Organised by:             Handelsbanken Capital Markets For further information, please contact:Rune Helland SVP IR, +4797713250   This information is subject of the disclosure requirements acc. to §5-12 vphl (Norwegian Securities Trading Act)

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