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New Macro Forecast: Emerging Asia versus submerging Europe

Global recovery but Southern Europe in 1930s depression The recovery in emerging Asia is taking hold and will help global growth rebound in 2013, despite continued recessions in European crisis economies. The US will not jump off the "fiscal cliff" but rather continue contributing to global recovery. Imbalances in the eurozone are far from resolved but will not lead to a financial collapse. Reduced private sector funding of foreign debt in the "PIGS-economies" is being offset by increased lending from the ECB and eurozone governments but it is questionable whether this is sustainable in

Fiskars financial reporting and Annual General Meeting in 2013

Fiskars Corp.       Stock Exchange Release      December 13, 2012 at 09:00 EET Fiskars Corporation will publish its financial reports in 2013 as follows: - Financial Statements Bulletin for the year 2012 on February 7, 2013 - Interim Report for January - March on May 3, 2013 - Interim Report for January - June on August 2, 2013 - Interim Report for January - September on November 1, 2013 The Annual Report for the year 2012 will be published as on online Annual Report during week 8.The Annual General Meeting will be held in Helsinki, Finland, on March 14, 2013 at 15.00.

Semcon increases transport efficiency on winter roads

Dynamic information about gravel roads’ bearing capacity during the spring thaw can significantly improve transport efficiency for the forestry industry. BiFi (Bärighetsinformation genom fordonsintelligens or Capacity information through vehicle intelligence) is the result of a research project between Klimator, Semcon, Trafikverket (the Swedish Transport Administration) and Värmlandsåkarna (the Värmland Association of Road Transport Companies). All parts of the system are now being rigorously tested in a demonstration experiment.Every year the spring thaw causes major problems for the

Etrion Management Update

December 12, 2012, Geneva, Switzerland – Etrion Corporation (“Etrion” or the “Company”) (TSX: ETX / OMX: ETX), is pleased to announce the appointment of Cheryl Eversden, as Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.Mrs. Eversden joined Etrion in January 2011 as Director of Finance and Accounting and in April 2012, was appointed interim Chief Financial Officer.  Mrs. Eversden has extensive experience overseeing and managing the financial and accounting activities for publicly traded companies in North America and Europe.  Prior to joining Etrion in 2011, Mrs. Eversden held senior

Saab Receives Order for RBS15 Mk3

Defence and security company Saab has received an order from its German partner DBD for the Surface-to-Surface Missile RBS15 Mk3. The order value is SEK 615 million. Deliveries will take place during the period 2014 to 2016.“This is a historically large order and one of importance for us in our long-term cooperation with DBD. It also creates new opportunities to further develop the system in close cooperation with them.  RBS15 Mk3 is one of the most competitive products in this segment available on the market today, and we continue to extend our market share,” says Tomas Samuelsson, Senior

Holiday Spending to Grow 3.7 Percent in 2012

Despite Expanding Sales, Expenditure Won’t Return to Prerecession Levels as “Fiscal Cliff” Concerns are Expected to Shake Consumer Confidence and Curb OverspendingBy IBISWorld Analyst Olivia Tang Holiday spending is forecast to increase 3.7 percent from last year to total $69.2 billion, according to IBISWorld. Higher disposable income levels will allow consumers to spend more freely on food, decorations and gifts during the winter holiday shopping season, from Nov. 1 to Dec. 25. But 2012 holiday spending will grow at a lower rate than the 4.9 percent rise in 2011 due to the approaching “

TREASURER MCCORD QUESTIONS LEGALITY OF PAYMENTS TO PRIVATE MANAGER FOR LOTTERY EXPANSION

In letter to Revenue Department, McCord notes his responsibility to ensure that disbursements of public funds are lawful and correctHarrisburg -- State Treasurer Rob McCord today notified the Pennsylvania Lottery that depending upon the nature and extent of lottery expansion under a private management contract, his office would refuse to disburse payments to a private operator unless and until he is satisfied that the contract expenditure is lawful. McCord raised his concerns in a letter to Secretary of Revenue Dan Meuser. He noted that the draft Private Management Agreement (PMA)

Pavese Law Firm to present at Florida Gulf Coast University Small Business Development Center annual Entrepreneur’s Law School

To provide small business owners with answers to their legal questions, Pavese Law Firm is sponsoring the 14thAnnual Entrepreneur’s Law School presented by Florida Gulf Coast University’s Small Business Development Center. Pavese Law Firm is the exclusive title sponsor for the event to be held on Saturday, Jan. 26 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Cohen Center Ballroom. Pavese Law Firm attorneys will donate their time to help answer questions for small business owners and entrepreneurs on topics such as legal contracts, commercial leases, business entity

New Online Magazine Celebrates Cheese

Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board introduces Grate. Pair. Share.MADISON, Wis. (Dec. 12, 2012) Grate. Pair. Share. , the new online consumer magazine from the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board  (WMMB), explores all things cheese with an emphasis on cooking and entertaining. Featuring seasonal recipes, pairing ideas and exceptional photography as well as top food bloggers and cheese experts, the free magazine is an engaging and practical resource for home cooks and cheese enthusiasts alike. “We know home cooks can never have

Purina is Searching for America’s Most Pet-Friendly Companies

Actor John O’Hurley to Visit Top Business, Present $10,000 Donation to Local Pet Organization; Studies Show Bringing Pets to Work Can Reduce Stress, Increase ProductivityFifteen years ago, Nestlé Purina PetCare recognized the benefits of allowing employees to bring their pets to work and started a “Pets at Work” program. For a company whose motto is “Your Pet, Our Passion,” it seems natural that every week hundreds of dogs and cats are brought to Purina’s St. Louis campus, and associates and their furry friends enjoy each other’s company every day. Purina is now conducting a nationwide

Student Digital Forensics Team win's the Maryland Digital Forensics Investigation Challenge

The Montgomery College Cybersecurity Club's new digital forensics team took first place in the 1st Annual Maryland Digital Forensics Investigation Challenge on November 29. The program was sponsored by the Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center (an agency within the U.S. Air Force). The DC3 Cyber Crime Case Challenge is a live-action, interactive simulation of a criminal case from beginning to end. Twenty-five teams from Maryland high schools, community colleges, and four-year institutions around the state participated. Prizes include a trip to the Pentagon, expense-paid entry into

Designing Spaces™ Returns to Kids In Distress

The signature home improvement show shoots a follow up segment and delivers some early holiday cheer to the children at Kids In DistressWILTON MANORS, FL. (December 12, 2012) – The Designing Spaces™ television crew returned to Kids In Distress (KID ) of Broward and Palm Beach counties during the holiday season to transform the activity center they originally designed into a magical Christmas wonderland complete with a 12-foot lavishly decorated Christmas tree, snowflake wallpaper and portraits of snowmen and Santa Claus.  In addition, Designing Spaces™ also

It’s Time to Celebrate the 12 Days of QuiBids!

QuiBids is giving away prizes this holiday season.Oklahoma City, OK — December 3, 2012 — QuiBids.com , the world’s leading entertainment retail auction, is giving away a product a day from December 3 through December 14 in its 12 Days of QuiBids sweepstakes in celebration of the holiday season.QuiBids customers can enter the giveaway through the QuiBids Facebook app  each day for a chance to win the product, which won’t be announced specifically until the day of its drawing. Customers may find out which

This Holiday Season, Inspire a Drug-Free Life

This year, giving the Truth About Drugs to children and teens could be the best gift ever. The Truth About Drugs is a Christmas gift that will benefit children, teens, and young adults year-round and in the years to come. As parents prepare for the holidays this year, offering the truth about drugs  to the children, teens, and young adults in their family could be that gift that keeps on giving year-round and in the years to come. The holidays are a time of joy—but not for those addicted to drugs as it tears apart families and friendships. A recent

Complimentary Webinar: Leveraging LinkedIn for PR Success

Thursday, December 13, 2012, 1:00 PM CSTAs the leading social media site that connects professionals and executives from a wide range of industries, LinkedIn offers a vast—and largely untapped—opportunity for communicators. In addition to using the platform to connect professionally, companies and PR pros can leverage LinkedIn to interact with their communities, share promotions and events, distribute content, and build brands. Join Samantha Hosenkamp, Social Media Director at Ragan Communications, and Cision Social Media Manager, Lisa Larranaga as they explore the many ways LinkedIn can

Maryland Professor of the Year, Montgomery College's John Hamman, Receives Proclamation from County Council

Professor John Hamman received a proclamation from the Montgomery County Council on Tuesday, December 11, acknowledging his educational achievements. Professor Hamman was recently named 2012 Maryland Professor of the Year by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). "Many people and events have shaped my teaching and philosophy of education, but none as profoundly as my high school band director," said Hamman. "It was clear that I not going to have a career involving music; however, he treated me with the

12/12/12 Madness at SportsBettingOnline.ag Means Good Fortune for Sports Bettors with Double Win on NBA Bets and 12% Bonus on all Deposits

The online sportsbook that’s famous for its 10% cash back offer rewards sports bettors who place bets on 12/12/12San Jose, Costa Rica – December 12, 2012 – It turns out 12/12/12 really is a lucky date, and you don’t have to believe in the power of numerology for proof. Leading online sportsbook SportsBettingOnline.ag is offering sports bettors huge incentives to place bets online—today only. The online sportsbook has just announced 12/12/12 Madness—one promotion featuring two big incentives. “According to a famous Indian numerologist, 12/12/12 signifies wealth, and those who follow

FDA accepts Takeda and Lundbeck’s filing for review of Brintellix (vortioxetine) for the treatment of major depression

· FDA has determined that the New Drug Application filed in October 2012 is sufficiently complete to permit a substantive review · Upon the acceptance of the filing by the FDA, Lundbeck is to receive a milestone of USD 50 million (approximately DKK 285 million) from Takeda H. Lundbeck A/S (Lundbeck) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted the submission of a New Drug Application (NDA) for BrintellixTM (vortioxetine) for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adult patients. Brintellix (pronounced “brin′-tel-ix”) is the proposed global

6 Ways to Keep Joy in the Holidays When Trying to Conceive

Attain Fertility Centers Expert Offers Helpful Hints to Keep the Season Bright(Purchase, NY-December 4, 2012) Attain Fertility® Centers ; the nation’s largest fertility center network, performs 1 out of every 4 IVF procedures in the country. In addition to providing exceptional fertility care, many of the centers in the network also take a holistic approach to each patient, offering a wide range of services to support not only physical, but financial and emotional well-being. During the winter holiday season, emotional support is an important focus at

Aktia Bank plc: Standard & Poors assigns A-/A2 rating on Aktia Bank

Standard & Poor’s initiates rating on Aktia Bank plc   Standard & Poor’s rating reflects Aktia’s strong capital and earnings, its moderate risk position, average funding and adequate liquidity. Standard & Poor’s regards Aktia Bank to have a moderate systemic importance in Finland. Standard & Poor’s assigns the following ratings to Aktia Bank plc:Long-term A- and short-term A2, both with a negative outlook. The negative outlook reflects Standard & Poor’s view on growing economic risks in export oriented Finnish economy which could adversely affect the Finnish banking sector’s

MUSIC FANS “DEMAND” DARIUS RUCKER LAND HIS SLEIGH FULL OF TOYS IN HURRICANE SANDY AFFECTED LINDENHURST, N.Y.

Darius Rucker, Eventful and Toys for Tots Respond To Music Fans “Demands” With $10,000 Worth Of Donated Toys From Toys“R”UsSan Diego, Calif.- Dec. 12, 2012 – Darius Rucker is in the holiday spirit.  He partnered with Eventful , the leading digital media company connecting consumers to entertainment and special events, to give music fans the chance to “Demand” his sleigh full of $10,000 worth of toys stops in their city. On Monday, Dec. 10, Eventful announced Rucker’s sleigh

Signbox introduce a completely new LED ‘Plug & Play’ Digital Advertising Display

12 December 2012 – Signbox have just launched a completely new LED ‘Plug & Play’ Digital Advertising Display (DAD) with built-in HD media player.  Truly ‘state of the art’, these new-to-market DADs require no additional hardware such as laptops, PCs or DVD players.  You simply load your media onto a USB stick and plug & play – it’s that simple.  DADs will work with a variety of media formats such as MPG, AVI, MOV, MP4, RM RMVB and TS. Currently available in two sizes, 22" and 32" screens, priced at £449 (ex VAT) and £765 (ex VAT) respectively, they are perfect for a range of uses such as

Staff at Williams Refrigeration raise money for Lynn charity Reach for a Star

The Great Williams Bake-OffStaff at King’s Lynn-based Williams Refrigeration cooked up a storm with their very own Bake-Off on 10th December 2012, raising more than £200 for the newly-registered King’s Lynn charity, Reach for a Star. Reach for a Star is committed to helping children and their families fight life-threatening conditions with dignity, comfort and support. The charity is close to the hearts of the Williams Refrigeration team, as co-founder Claire Moore works for the company. Claire and husband Stuart co-founded Reach for a Star after their daughter Olivia, six, was diagnosed

MOD invites tenders for UK construction projects

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation has invited 10 private sector companies to begin tendering for a new framework agreement to deliver construction projects across theUKdefence estate. The companies shortlisted for the framework are: Balfour Beatty Group Ltd; BAM Construction Ltd; Carillion Construction Ltd (trading as Carillion UK Construction); Interserve Construction Ltd; Kier Graham; Lend Lease Construction (EMEA) Ltd; Miller Construction (UK) Ltd; Morgan Sindall plc; Skanska UK plc; and Wates Construction Ltd. The National Capital Works Framework will be used for the design

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