Sopogy, a concentrating solar thermal technology company today announced the closing of its Series E round of preferred stock and warrants led by Mitsui & Co., Ltd. ("Mitsui"). Also participating in the round were new investors Southern California Gas Company, 3M and other key strategic investors. Existing investors, Kolohala Ventures and Enerdigm Ventures also joined the round. "This financing supports the continued commercialization of Sopogy's solar thermal technologies," said Darren T. Kimura, President and CEO. "This accomplishment was ...

When saying goodbye to a much cherished car, which in many cases has taken its owner through the good and the bad, for many past years, it can be hard to know where to begin. All sellers' want the best price for their car and, in most circumstances, also want a quick sale. With so many online classifieds now available and even the local papers still running wanted advertisements, the real question is, how can someone get the best deal for their car? One important thing to keep in mind, when selling a car, is what kind of exposure each classified ad will bring. Cars4Sale ...

Gone are the days when gaming was simply for the youngsters, particularly now that the Internet and smart phones have brought most gaming technology straight to the palm of one's hand. For gamers who are looking for a bit more of a challenge and even those that are just looking to have some fun, be sure to check out http://www.playfreeonlinegames.tv/, for the latest game releases. In breaking news, 'Play Free Online Games' have just announced a whole new collection of games, adding to their already long list of the latest games. Ranking in the top ten most popular games ...

Locust Capital Management is proud to announce that its Managing Member and Founder, Augustine Repetto, was again recognized by Medical Economics Magazine in their 2012 survey of the Best Financial Advisers for Doctors. Locust Capital, established in 2008, is an independent financial advisory firm based in Philadelphia. The firm works with families (including a number of physicians), small businesses, endowments and foundations. The firm is a member of the MD Preferred Financial Advisor Network. The MD Preferred Financial Advisor Network is a national directory of financial ...

The introduction of new technology into the MRI landscape has changed the face of the market segment over the last year. Although MRI satisfaction scores tend to cluster together, the differences are in the details, according to recent findings from healthcare technology research firm KLAS in its report MRI 2012: Broadening Your Field of View. Philips, who was in last place in the 2011 KLAS MRI report with their Achieva 1.5T MR, takes first place this year with its newly ranked Ingenia 1.5T MR scanner, receiving an overall score of 92.2 (out of 100). Siemens' MAGNETOM ...

Punzone, the first line of Italian ultra-premium imported organic vodka spirits in the U.S., announced that it is an official partner in Sandy Sunday, a national campaign launched by The Carl V. Bini Memorial Fund to fuel the rebuilding process in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Starting today, it will donate a percentage of the profit from the sale of its Punzone line of spirits to the Staten Island based non-profit. Consumers and retailers that purchase Punzone now through the end of the year will be supporting those that have been adversely impacted by Hurricane Sandy ...

Book publisher Deidre Randall and Rebecca Emberley renowned children's author and illustrator, announce the formation of their new publishing imprint, two little birds (tlb). The imprint's first book is The Itsy Bitsy Spider by Rebecca and Ed Emberley, her father and winner of the Caldecott Medal for Drummer Hoff. Together the Emberleys have created the highly praised picture books Ten Little Beasties, Chicken Little, The Red Hen and The Ant and the Grasshopper. Both live in New England--Ed in Massachusetts and Rebecca in Maine. The Itsy Bitsy Spider will feature a sturdy ...

Outin Inc., a burgeoning mobile lifestyle solutions and social connection developer, is excited today to announce the launch of Outin 1.4.0 onto the App Store. Universally compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices running on iOS 4.3 or later, this wildly dynamic new photography focused social connection engine gives users the power to find and share photos with the world around them in a totally new way. Outin redefines what immersive photo sharing is all about - users snap shots and "throw" them out with the literal wave of a hand. Where those pics ...

After 4 years, and now the most successful magazine in Homeland Security, the Counter Terrorist magazine is going international. Long the source of analysis on International incidents that are important to First Responders. "We believe that the global market is where we belong because the war on terrorism and crime is a global war," says Sol Bradman, CEO of SSI. "This is also in keeping with our second decade as the leading US Homeland Security company and we are going global: global with the magazine, the training, our products and our commitment to keep ...

It was 1977. Apple released its first personal computer and KC and The Sunshine Band were on the top of the pop charts. That same year, University of Houston College of Optometry graduate Dr. John Metzger began practicing general care optometry in Hiawatha, Kansas. This year, Dr. Metzger celebrates his 35th anniversary of practicing optometry. As a former high school science teacher, Dr. Metzger understood the importance of learning. He resolved when he began his career that in order to provide his patients with the most up to date care, he would closely follow scientific ...

An article published by WFKitemuseum.com has shown the multitude of weird and wonderful creations on offer in public parks around the world and argued that the increased health & safety culture in the UK is in danger of stifling creative community activity. One project in England encouraged local youngsters to design park benches that would best reflect their local communities. "Their designs which created recreational, private, music making and meeting spaces around their benches, were hugely inventive and reminded us just how crazy a bench can be!" ...

Walk through most dorms at any given time and you'll find wide open windows and doors, and thermostats set to extremes. You can almost watch money fly out the window. When the occupants control the thermostat setting, what can you do? We offer a simple solution. A thermostat designed specifically for dormitory rooms and similar applications. The thermostat range has been factory preset to 68-78 degrees F. "This thermostat allows for energy savings by limiting the range, while maintaining a comfortable environment," states Greg McNary, General Manager of Air Distributors ...

New York has long had some of the toughest drunk-driving laws in the country. Each year, the legislature seemingly passes new laws that make penalties even more severe. Many states model their DWI laws on those in place in New York. Prosecutors take these crimes very seriously, and many who are facing charges have no idea what can happen to them if they are convicted. Recently, the state has made some changes to rules that impact repeat DWI offenders. If an individual is convicted of drunk driving within New York, his or her license will be suspended or revoked for a ...

In early October, a tractor-trailer hauling lumber lost control and overturned on Interstate 77 near the Edens Fork exit. Just one week prior, a pedestrian was struck and killed only a few hundred feet from the site of the tractor-trailer crash. Earlier in 2012, the same place hosted yet another accident, in which a tractor-trailer veered off the road and rolled into the northbound entrance ramp. What's happening on the highways outside of Charleston? A large number of fatal crashes have occurred on the Charleston to Sissonville stretch of I-77 over the years, and the ...

The U.S. Department of Transportation has long been focused on reducing the number of distracted drivers on our nation's roadways. The agency has urged states to adopt distracted driving laws, which could include bans on using handheld cellphones while driving. The DoT states that in 2010, over 3,000 people were killed in distracted driving accidents. With smartphones becoming more common, there is an increased potential for drivers to be distracted. New cars often have in-dash features that also make it easier for drivers to take their eyes off of the road. In Louisiana, ...

The thought of going through a divorce is both heart wrenching and frightening for most people. Further, it is very common to feel like you have failed, or that you wish you could have done things differently. Support groups exist in many areas that can help with the emotional issues associated with divorce, and they can provide practical suggestions on how to move forward. The last thing many people want to deal with are the procedural issues that are associated with a divorce action. If the parties getting divorced have minor children, one of the most difficult issues ...

Family members of those who die in fatal Florida car accidents tragically suffer through periods of grief and sorrow following these horrific car collisions. But, these feelings of sadness can often turn to rage when the family discovers that the accident could have been easily avoided if the other motorist involved in the accident had simply refrained from drinking and driving. Those who choose to drink before getting behind the wheel needlessly put everyone else on the road at risk of injury due to drunk driving accidents. To curb this epidemic, many believe it is ...

Every divorce has its own unique set of conflicts and confusions. In many New Jersey divorces, though, the couple disagrees on how to divide their marital assets and liabilities. This type of conflict is especially likely for couples who have been married for a long time or who have accumulated a significant amount of property or debt during their marriage. In some cases, couples are able to resolve this dispute, either on their own or with the help of a divorce lawyer or mediator. If that cannot be done, the case will go to court and a judge will decide how the couple's ...

Yellow Ribbon, an Atlanta tree removal service, suggests that all homeowners have their trees inspected for potential hazards as freezing weather approaches. The Atlanta tree service team at Yellow Ribbon understands that certain tree issues can balloon into deadly hazard when freezing weather hits, so before you incur damage to your home or family, have your trees inspected. Trees that are diseased are damaged can pose substantial risk to home and family when the freezing weather of winter rolls in. If a tree is weakened in anyway, freezing temperatures can further ...

Atlanta granite countertop company Premier Surfaces would like to discuss the new fall arrivals now on display in its Atlanta granite showroom. At Premier Surfaces there are always so many different shades of granite to browse through and choose from. This fall, however, it is easier than ever to find the perfect shade to suit your home and your own personal style. Since September, new, gorgeous autumn colors like Blue Jovian, Heather, and Golden Frontier have been gracing their fall showroom, just waiting to coming and grace your home as well. Be sure to give yourself ...

The gourmet coffee of J. Martinez & Company has a strong presence in Atlanta; it is currently served in six of Atlanta's top 10 Zagat restaurants. It is no surprise that the best restaurants of Atlanta are choosing to serve the best coffee available. All gourmet coffee from J. Martinez & Company is single estate or specialty coffee. Single estate means that the beans were all grown on one farm, under the same conditions, allowing for the cultivation of a unique, distinctly developed flavor. This was a concept introduced to the gourmet coffee world by John Martinez ...

Ghost Motorsports is excited to announce that it has begun work on a variety of new project cars with a goal of not only making aesthetic improvements, but also performance upgrades. Over the years Ghost Motorsports has gained worldwide recognition for its customized vehicles and many have been exported to car enthusiasts around the world. The company is continuously called upon for its creativity and expertise. Additionally, Ghost Motorsports manufactures and distributes proprietary parts like their popular lowering links (GhostLinks), which are now the go-to product ...

Todd Doors are perhaps one of the most renowned door suppliers in the United Kingdom. They pride themselves on providing customers with an enviable range of interior and exterior doors and door furniture. But it's their attention to detail and their useful advice, which sets them above and beyond the rest. Their vast experience, spanning across a sixty-year period, has ensured they've become a trusted source for the very latest door styles and fashions: successfully mixing the traditional with the contemporary and unique. From sliding doors to white internal doors to ...

New Look is to launch a competition in the build-up to Christmas and it's another chance for bloggers to show how stylish they really are. The competition, Shape Up for Christmas, will celebrate five beautiful shapes identified by the modern woman. The five shapes: Pear-Shape, Straight Up & Down, Apple, Plus Size and Hour Glass give opportunity for a rich diversity of figures to show themselves in the best shimmering light. For style inspiration, entrants are offered the New Look Celebrity Shape Up Style Guide, with a much-loved and much-admired celebrity showcasing ...

In a recent study released by the Surdna Foundation, most North Americans are aware of the global climate changes brought on by extreme weather now happening across North America. The sad news is that the weather is getting worse according to the study. The proof proof is all around us - the recent tsunami, and Hurricane Sandy - the storm of the century, to name a few. And these changes are occurring more frequently! These effects of climate change have produced erratic weather behavior, which not only affects the environment but a person's skin, making it dry. And rain ...