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EXPERT CONSUMER PSYCHOLOGIST AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEWS TO COMMENT ON HOW OUR EMOTIONS MAY IMPACT THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

www.empathetic-marketing.comCHICAGO, IL– (November 1, 2012) Expert consumer psychologist and author Dr. Mark Ingwer is available for interviews to explain how the unconscious behaviors that typically drive consumers’ purchasing decisions also drive their voting decisions. Simply put, 85% of our decisions are made emotionally, a key psychological fact offering a fresh story angle in the final days of the presidential race as national polls show approximately 3% to 5% of voters still undecided, especially in key battle ground states. Based in Chicago, Dr. Ingwer is the author of Empathetic

Componenta's financial reporting in 2013

Componenta Corporation will publish its Financial Statements 2012 on Tuesday, 12 February 2013. In 2013 Componenta will publish three interim reports as follows:  Interim Report January - March 2013                                  on Thursday, 25 April 2013 Interim Report January - June 2013                                    on Tuesday, 16 July 2013Interim Report January - September 2013                          on Monday, 28 October 2013 Componenta Corporation’s Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 5 March 2013 at 9.00. The meeting will be convened by the Board of

Is it time to invest in Windows 8?

Businesses unsure whether or not take the step up to the new Windows 8 operating system are being helped in their decision by Midlands IT specialist Netmetix Ltd. The company has been making the most of its exclusive access to Windows 8 BETA, which it has been trialling since its release in February. The tag line for the launch was ‘Windows 8 Re-imagined for Business’ and Netmetix has already discovered that Windows 8 offers greater flexibility and productivity for business. Windows 8 launched last week and was the biggest Microsoft launch in the history of the company. Netmetix is

Medivir announces a phase II all-oral study of Simeprevir (TMC435) and VX-135 for the treatment of Hepatitis C to be conducted by Janssen and Vertex

-       Companies to evaluate a two-drug combination of Medivir/Janssen’s investigational protease inhibitor simeprevir (TMC435) and Vertex’s investigational nucleotide analogue VX-135-       Phase II proof-of-concept study to begin in early 2013 to evaluate safety, tolerability and viral cure rates of 12-week treatment regimen Stockholm, Sweden—Medivir AB (OMX: MVIR), announced today plans for a phase II proof-of-concept study of an all-oral regimen for the treatment of hepatitis C containing of Medivir/Janssen’s protease inhibitor simeprevir and Vertex’s nucleotide analogue hepatitis

FRESH NATIONAL EXPRESS EFFORT SUSTAINS TRANSAID’S TANZANIA WORK

1 November 2012National Express Bus has sent two more Driver Training Instructors to Africa with Transaid, further cementing the company’s relationship with the industry charity, which saves lives through transportation-related projects across the developing world. The trip was part of National Express’s continued commitment to support Transaid this year, with trainers Phil Reynolds and Kevin Roberts spending two weeks training six driving instructors at Tanzania’s National Institute of Transport (NIT) in Dar es Salaam. Reynolds says: “I’ve been with National Express for 26 years, and

Anitox appoints new Sales Manager for The Benelux

Feed industry specialist Pieter Vos has been appointed by Anitox as Sales Manager for The Benelux countries, comprising Belgium, The Netherlands and Luxembourg. The company is a global leader in pathogen elimination, mould control, milling efficiency and fermenting productivity programs for the primary meat, egg and fish production sectors, together with the feed milling and biofuel industries.A Dutch national who lives in the Eastern Netherlands, Pieter has been involved in the livestock and feed sectors throughout his career. After leaving University in 1995 he was involved in buying and

Surveillance can reduce suffering for men with prostate cancer

With active surveillance many men with prostate cancer could dispense with radiation treatment and surgery, and thus avoid adverse effects such as incontinence and impotence. This is the outcome of a study of almost 1,000 men diagnosed with prostate cancer conducted at Sahlgrenska Academy.The introduction of PSA tests, which are used to screen for prostate cancer, offers early tumour detection, reducing mortality rates. At the same time, prostate cancer is in many cases a slow-growing form of cancer. Many men may never develop symptoms during their lifetime, which means that they are being

Negotiations break down on Antarctic marine protection

Hobart: Governments from around the world have been unable to strike agreement on proposals to create large marine protected areas (MPAs) for Antarctica’s fragile marine environments during this fortnight’s meeting of the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR). WWF today expressed deep concern at CCAMLR member nations’ inability this year to resolve differences over the protection required for Antarctica’s oceans. “The expectation was high across the world for large marine protected areas to be created in the Ross Sea and East Antarctica in 2012.

RSPO members need to match performance to promises to speed palm oil sustainability

Singapore, 1 November:  A lack of commitment by many Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) members is holding back vital progress towards environmental and social sustainability, cautioned WWF as the organisation concluded its 10th anniversary conference. “While RSPO is quite rightly celebrating impressive growth in members and volumes of certified palm oil produced and bought, there are many who are looking for equally impressive progress in the number of RSPO members taking action.  At the same time we want progress protecting wildlife and communities in the path of the rapid

Veidekke ASA : : Issue of commercial paper

Today, Veidekke ASA has issued a 100 MNOK commercial paper with a total borrowing limit of 300 MNOK. The loan will be registered at the Oslo Stock Exchange. Term of loan: Twelve monthsObject of loan: General corporate purposesCoupon: 2.79% p.a.Organised by: DNB Markets For further information, please contactAssisting Financial Director, Christopher M. Bjerke, phone +47 21 05 80 13 or +47 995 81 802 This information is subject of the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

COMPUTER FIRM HELPS PUPILS REVISE AFRICAN TARGET

News ReleaseFujitsu · IT major helps African school project · Malawi development aided by largest donation · Money secured for Fortrose development planThe first stage of a Scottish school’s ambitious plan to build a new hall for pupils in one of the world’s poorest countries will be completed this year after a £900 cash injection from a leading IT company. The donation from Fujitsu’s Impact on Society (IOS) Scotland fund is the biggest received to date by the Fortrose Academy project to provide new facilities at the Mulanje Mission Community Day Secondary School in Malawi.

Citizen launches world’s smallest 6-inch label printer

Citizen  has launched the CL-S6621 , the smallest 6-inch label printer on the market, saving valuable desk space for customers as well as offering a range of powerful features. The CL-S6621  is a remarkable 60% smaller than the next largest 6-inch printer, and half the price, making it not only the smallest but also the best priced 6-inch printer on the market.The CL-S6621 is a 6-inch version of the successful CL-S621, bridging the gap between 4

What natural disasters can teach us

Learning about surviving disasters, a study funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), has resulted in a unique bank of research data which provides insights into what makes an effective community response at this critical time. Community responses are key to helping children and young people who survive major natural disasters. The study, led by Professor Lena Dominelli of Durham University, was conducted in Sri Lanka in 12 villages recovering from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. The research involved people and groups who responded to the needs of these villages after

Metsä Group’s operating result for January–September EUR 181 million excluding non-recurring items

Metsä Group Interim Report 1–9/2012 Stock Exchange Release 1 November 2012 at 12 noonResult for January–September– Sales amounted to EUR 3,773 million (1–9/2011: EUR 4,123 million).– Operating result excluding non-recurring items was EUR 181 million (311). Operating result including non-recurring items was EUR 161 million (229).– Result before taxes excluding non-recurring items was EUR 106 million (217). Result before taxes including non-recurring items was EUR 86 million (130).Result for July–September 2012– Sales totalled EUR 1,242 million (7–9/2011: EUR 1,317 million).–

Metsä Group’s operating result for January–September EUR 181 million excluding non-recurring items

Metsä Group Interim Report 1–9/2012 Stock Exchange Release 1 November 2012 at 12 noonResult for January–September– Sales amounted to EUR 3,773 million (1–9/2011: EUR 4,123 million).– Operating result excluding non-recurring items was EUR 181 million (311). Operating result including non-recurring items was EUR 161 million (229).– Result before taxes excluding non-recurring items was EUR 106 million (217). Result before taxes including non-recurring items was EUR 86 million (130).Result for July–September 2012– Sales totalled EUR 1,242 million (7–9/2011: EUR 1,317 million).–

Biscotti Inc., Video Calling Products Manufacturer, Enters into Distribution Partnership with D&H Distributing

Video calling products designed by Biscotti Inc. will now be distributed by D&H Distributing to channel partners nationwideMCKINNEY, TX – November 1, 2012 – Biscotti Inc., maker of high-definition TV Cams and video calling products, is pleased to announce it has signed a distribution agreement with the leading North American technology distributor, D&H Distributing. As a trusted distribution partner, D&H Distributing will expand the channel reach of Biscotti TV Cams in the retail marketplace. "We are delighted to be able to extend the reach of our business with D&H Distributing. Our

Hedge Funds Care Canada Gala Raises Nearly C$200,000 for Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse

Toronto ON November 1, 2012 – More than 200 Canadian hedge fund industry professionals and supporters gathered at Spice Route in Toronto October 23rd for the ninth annual “Open Your Hearts to the Children Gala.” The special fundraising evening organized by Hedge Funds Care Canada raised nearly C$200,000 for the prevention and treatment of child abuse.  This brings the amount the event has raised to date for this worthwhile cause to more than C$1.6 million.  Scotia Capital Prime Brokerage, which provides technology and other services to the hedge fund industry, was awarded this year’s “

Metsä Board Corporation’s operating result excluding non-recurring items was EUR 49 million in January–September 2012

Metsä Board Corporation Interim Report 1 January–30 September 2012, 1 November 2012 at 12 noon Result for January–September 2012 · Sales were EUR 1,599 million (Q1–Q3/2011: 1,961). · The operating result excluding non-recurring items was EUR 49 million (81). The operating result including non-recurring items was EUR 179 million (1). · The result before taxes excluding non-recurring items was EUR 18 million (33). The result before taxes including non-recurring items was EUR 149 million (-51). · Earnings per share excluding non-recurring items were EUR 0.05 (0.06) and

Augean Add to Green Credentials with Electric Onsite Vehicle Deal

Augean PLC have taken a significant step towards creating a Zero Emission environment at their site in Sandwich, East Kent. The leading hazardous waste management company has embarked on a trial of electric vehicles on the site, with international commercial vehicle manufacturer TATA to ensure all on site environmental impacts are minimised.Augean already use a range of electric tugs at its facilities across the UK, which generate zero emissions and the latest step being trialled, is to change all vehicles for electric equivalents. The deal with TATA means that on site, the TATA ACE mini

New survey shows more Brits improving financial literacy because they don't trust money 'experts'

- Over half of Brits think that understanding how the financial system operates will help protect their assets from future banking crises and bad investments, while close to 80 per cent now believe financial literacy is necessary — to prevent bankers and other financial professionals from “taking advantage” of the public's ignorance - - The survey of 1,000 people also found nearly two thirds of people have 'read up' on key financial concepts and terms in the last 12 months as they try to protect their money -More Brits than ever before are taking a pro-active approach to financial

Integral FIPS 140-2 certified USB drives help corporates and government departments meet data protection requirements

Crypto Dual and Dual Plus encrypted USB Flash Drives validated to FIPS 140-2 standardLondon, 1st November 2012 – Memory and storage specialist Integral has launched Crypto Dual and Crypto Dual Plus with FIPS 140-2 certification, its first dual password, dual OS encrypted USB Flash Drives to be certified to the FIPS 140-2 military-level encryption standard by NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology). Integral Crypto Dual and Crypto Dual Plus AES 256-bit encrypted USB drives with FIPS 140-2 certification are a practical and cost-effective way for corporates and government

Machine connectivity gets a boost with Ericsson and MegaFon

· New partnership aims to develop machine-to-machine (m2m) market · Is expected to allow MegaFon to offer m2m connectivity to enterprises and address new revenue streams · Ericsson's cloud-based Device Connection Platform at center of cooperation At the Open Innovations Forum in Moscow, Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced a strategic cooperation with one of Russia's major operators, MegaFon, to develop the market around machine-to-machine connectivity. Under the agreement, MegaFon plans to use Ericsson's Device Connection Platform to cost effectively manage a large number of

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