All animals deserve a safe and happy home, and this is why Modnique.com, Los Angeles' private shopping site, is teaming up with Much Love Animal Rescue to raise awareness and reduce neglect of domestic animals. From April 6th-13th, Modnique.com will donate a portion of the proceeds from select merchandise sold on the flash sales site to the non-profit organization. On April 9, 2011 dog lovers, families and their pets will gather at the Barrington Dog Park in Los Angeles to launch the fundraiser for an all day extravaganza. Attendees, including celebrity guests Lacey ...

AmpliVox Sound Systems, Inc. announced today that it will upgrade its popular Half-Mile Hailer line of portable PA systems with a red siren alert button. The Hailer is a favorite choice for law enforcement, school administrators, and others who require sound systems for crowd control and emergency preparedness. Adding a siren to the Hailer enhances the ability of officials to issue emergency warnings and crowd control alerts. According to AmpliVox CEO Don Roth, "Emergency management requires flexibility and efficiency. When officials need to get people's attention and ...

CardiaLen, Inc is pleased to announce that it was notified by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute of a $216,027 Phase I SBIR award to develop an enhanced system for atrial defibrillation (AF). AF is the most frequent arrhythmia in clinical practice and a major contributor to morbidity and mortality. It is estimated that 3 to 5 million Americans are afflicted by atrial fibrillation and are at risk for thromboembolic stroke, congestive heart failure (CHF), and cognitive dysfunction. According to a recent report by the AF StatTM working group, AF costs Medicare more ...

Custom Technology has announced today its partnership with Zarafa. The partnership will see CustomTech providing value added distribution of Zarafa's products and related services in Australia and New Zealand. "We look forward to delivering enhanced software and professional services to Zarafa customers and resellers in Australia and New Zealand by building on Custom Technology's extensive experience with groupware technology on Linux", said Commercial Director of Zarafa, John Duurkoop. "Zarafa offers customers looking for a business class Linux server based solution ...

The original World Chess Championship chess set used by Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky at their legendary match in Iceland in 1972, signed by both men, soared to $76,275 at a weekend multi-estate sale held April 1-3 by Philip Weiss Auctions. The sale was held in the firm's spacious gallery facility, located at #1 Neil Court in Oceanside. The chess set was used in the third match of the series, dubbed the "back room game" because Fischer blamed his loss in the first match (and subsequent default in the second match) on cameras in the room. But for the third match, he ...

Ace Relocation Systems, Inc., a comprehensive relocation solutions company throughout the U.S., successfully carried out a time-sensitive relocation project in the new 357,000 square foot tower, holding the Puyallup Hospital Emergency Room, in MultiCare's Good Samaritan Hospital. The Good Samaritan Hospital project, which was acquired by Ace Relocation Systems, Inc. through an RFP put out by CB Richard Ellis, is a $400 million expansion that features more amenities, space and a complete interior renovation. As part of the Ace Relocation Systems, Inc. Seattle Branch, ...

Burkhard Schaefer, AnIML joined John Trigg, Director and Founder of phaseFour-informatics to discuss the biggest challenges and drivers in laboratory integration. (where?when?) In this interesting podcast, John Trigg investigates the standards issue that has been in the background for a number of years as well as previous initiatives which tried to address data interchange, particularly around analytical instrumentation. He discusses several methods: the recent JCAMP-DX initiative from IUPAC, the ANDI project which started with AIA and was taken over to ASTM as well ...

Untappd and Footfeed, two increasingly popular location-based check-in services, have partnered together to enable checking in to multiple networks through Untappd, the premier location-based social network that let's you check into beers and bars. Powered by Footfeed's multi check-in API, as of today, when a user checks into a beer or a bar with Untappd, they can now check-in to Gowalla in addition to the current support for Foursquare. Footfeed and Untappd have been working closely on the integration of the Footfeed multi check-in API for several months. "Back in ...

An LA dentist warns some consumers, regarding the over use of whitening toothpastes here, yesterday. Prolonged usage can affect your teeth's enamel. "Whitening toothpastes have carbamide peroxide or sodium tripolyphospate which is a whitening agent. In addition to this, they have abrasives like silica or otherwise known as calcium carbonate or dicalcium phosphate. You might think that the whitening agent does all the work; actually, it's the bits of silica that whitens the teeth," said by an LA dentist who wishes to be anonymous. "The whitening agents are actually ...

The ceremony and awards formed an integral part of IQPC's annual Process Excellence Week Europe with winners including companies as diverse as Virgin Media, Royal Bolton Hospital, and ScottishPower. The industry awards recognise categories covering programme and project success across the disciplines of Lean, Six Sigma & BPM and are designed to recognise long-term success and innovation within the community. "Each year we see companies really pushing the envelope and this year was no exception," said Megan James, Summit & Awards Director, IQPC PEX Network. "The judges ...

MJM Innovations, a firm specializing in electronic transaction software solutions and management services for the transportation industry, announced today that it has been chosen by Harris County, Texas, to implement electronic fare and data technology for the county's RIDES program. The RIDES program provides non-emergency transportation services to the elderly, individuals with disabilities as well as low-income residents of Harris County who are unable to access traditional METRO services. Harris County, Texas is the third most-populous county in the United States, and ...

ZOMM, LLC (www.ZOMM.co.uk), a global technology company and developer of the world's first Wireless Leash for mobile phones, announces its selection as first place winner in the 2011 About.com Reader's Choice Awards. Chosen by About.com readers, ZOMM is recognised as the most innovative mobile accessory in the Mobile Office Technology category. Using Bluetooth technology, the keychain-sized ZOMM prevents users from losing or misplacing their mobile phone by vibrating, flashing lights and sounding an alarm when they separate from their phone. With added features of call ...

Sensible Software, Inc. announces the availability of Employee Scheduling Pro. This employee scheduling software allows companies to schedule their employees and post schedules for them to see when to work. Employee Scheduling Pro is a new product, with a lot of growth and enhancement ahead. Sensible Software is targeting small and medium businesses with this offering, and looks forward to working with customers to fine-tune this product to their needs. Employee Scheduling Pro is licensed based on the number of employees a customer schedules, and can handle any number ...

The Landmark London, one of London's leading five star luxury hotels is delighted to announce their new partnership with the Marylebone Project. The Marylebone Project is an initiative established to fund worthwhile social causes in the Church Street Ward of Marylebone and despite its location in Westminster its residents are amongst the poorest in the country with the highest score for children living in poverty. The area has responded well to regeneration funding and The Landmark London Hotel is delighted to be contributing to keeping up momentum in harsher times to help ...

ELECTRONICS.CA PUBLICATIONS, the electronics industry market research and knowledge network, announces the availability of a new report entitled "Global Printed Electronics Market-Materials, Manufacturing Technologies, Applications and Trends ". The 'Global Printed Electronics Market-Materials, Manufacturing Technologies, Applications and Trends (2010-2015)' report analyzes the printed electronics market by materials, printing technologies and applications; and studies the major market drivers, restraints, and opportunities for the printed electronics market in North ...

The Law Offices of Rhonda Hill Wilson, P.C. and its principal attorney Rhonda Hill Wilson, are participating in the Earle Mack School of Law at Drexel University Co-op Program providing a semester-long mentorship and internship experience to law student Mallory Pelland. Hill Wilson, a Philadelphia trial attorney who possesses a passion for educating young attorneys, focuses her practice on nursing home negligence, medical malpractice, catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, motor vehicle accidents and premises liability matters. Through the Co-op Program, Pelland ...

Aston-Kinetics recently was notified that master teacher Judith Aston will be honored at this year's World Massage Festival for her important bodywork and movement contributions to the massage therapy and bodywork professions over the past 40 years. Somatic pioneer and visionary Aston will be among several others that will be inducted into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame at the campus of Western Carolina University on Saturday, July 16 at the Hall of Fame's award ceremony. Aston will be the principal keynote speaker and will be teaching her Aston Sampler Class (14 ...

The benefits of ginseng extract is something that people can take advantage of; and they are highlighted by a website that offers comprehensive and helpful information about ginseng and the potential therapeutic benefits that it possess. This is a good input for people who want to understand more the nature of ginseng extract. Ginseng Informations website highlights the benefits of ginseng extract to provide people with a good insight of what this substance can do for them. Even with the long existence of this product in the market and its lengthy background in the traditional ...

Hiring good salon staff is one of the hardest things to do, but is getting easier as salons need to hire more and more qualified Lashologists. By referencing an applicants Lashologist certificate from the Lashologist Council of America, candidates can help salon owners more easily assess ability and help employers cut down on interviewing time by up to seventy-five percent (75%). "The recognition that comes with being a Certified Lashologist goes a very long way towards proving a skillset and aiding employers in avoiding the frustration and aggravation of interviewing numerous ...

Extra Holidays by Wyndham is promoting several last minute travel deals to Hawaii including the past guest special discount of 15 percent off to many of the resorts and a studio at Royal Garden at Waikiki from $99. These offers are available at http://www.extraholidays.com. Royal Garden at Waikiki, Honolulu Hawaii - Book by April 15, 2011 for travel through August 31, 2011 and stay in a beautifully furnished studio with a kitchen from $99. - Book Now: https://www.extraholidays.com/promotion/royal-garden-waikiki-99-special-deal.aspx Wyndham at Waikiki Beach Walk, ...

Carol Fraser Boles is a former public school K-12 Reading Specialist and special education teacher and is the literacy specialist for the National Writing for Children Center. In addition to a Master's degree in Special Reading, Carol is certified in Special Education and has an Educational Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Carol is also a freelance writer. She writes nonfiction for parents and teachers and fiction and nonfiction for children. We are pleased to invite you to tune in on Thursday, April 7 at 2 pm CDT, at http://www.bookbitesforkids.com to ...

John Dixon and Associates is seeing impressive results with its online auctions. Two years ago the real estate auction firm partnered with NextLot, Inc. to use its online auction software and has seen nothing but success ever since. The auction firm enlisted the help of NextLot, Inc to improve its customers' online bidding experience. NextLot's platform does not require bidders to download software and enables bidders, with all ranges of computer knowledge, to bid in real time on real estate at John Dixon's live auctions. NextLot also provides the firm with a mechanism ...

Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com), the leader in endoscopic spine surgery, has announced that the company will be joining forces with volunteers and businesses throughout Hillsborough County to participate in the 2011 Great American Cleanup. As the local chapter for Keep America Beautiful, Keep Hillsborough County Beautiful (KHCB) will hold its annual event on Saturday, April 16 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Courtney Campbell Causeway in Tampa. The mission of the KHCB is to prevent litter, promote recycling and conservation and ...

Celebrities from Bono to Angelina Jolie have all given something back to Africa, but it's time for the 'A' list to make way for Acacia Africa, as the tour operator has been nominated for two World Travel Awards, including Africa's Leading Responsible Tourism Company and Africa's Responsible Tourism Award. Known as the "Oscars of the Travel Industry" the awards are a way of celebrating excellence, the organisers rolling out the red carpet for the very best operators, airlines, tourist boards and destinations across the globe. Heath Ashcroft, Marketing Director of ...

Recognizing the challenges that educators face in improving collections in a tight economy, Mackin Educational Resources will host two free BookTalk Live! webinars highlighting the best new titles and the best uses for them. BookTalk Live! for elementary media specialists and teachers will be at 4 p.m. (CST) on April 26, 2011. BookTalk Live! for middle school and high school media specialists and teachers will be at 4 p.m. (CST) on April 28, 2011. To help educators improve their library and classroom collections, Mackin's professional collection development librarians ...