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New Translation of Hafiz Reveals the Mysticism of Poet Called "The Voice of God"

Hafiz: The Voice of God--A Hundred Odes is Khalid Hameed Shaida's intricate and introspective translation of the 14th century poet's romance and mysticism, preserving the rhyme, rhythm, and flow of the original language and culture.

Shaida, a native Urdu speaker, discovered an interest in Persian poetry after retirement from a long and successful medical career. Hafiz: The Voice of God makes the first 100 of the poet's odes accessible to an English-speaking audience. Taking into account the difficulties of translation, Shaida specifically focuses his version on the overall essence of Hafiz's poetry, which celebrates the celestial in all things earthly.

The Blast Urban Arts and Cultural Festival IV to Include Sam Gilliam, Hip-Hop Emcee Rakim, DJ King Britt and Jessica Holter

Tha Blast Festival Producer Robin Harrison announced today that "Images of America" African American Voices from the collection of Ex-NBA Player and Coach Darrell Walker and a sculpture exhibition called "The Blue Collar" kick off four weeks celebrating urban arts and culture in Cincinnati. Tha Blast is a high-energy festival hosting several activities including art exhibitions, music and spoken word showcases, a college lecture, a DJ/Producing workshop, a teen arts project and film screenings.

The festival runs from September 15th - October 7th at several venues around Cincinnati. Hip-Hop Icon, Rapper Rakim and DJ and Producer King Britt will both receive Tha Blast Community Award for their many contributions to urban culture and Hip-Hop. "This year we are using the arts to increase awareness of important social issues that plague our community including the rise of HIV/AIDS in African American women, as well as the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in two scheduled fundraiser events" said Robin L. Harrison, Festival Producer.

Jessica Holter, of the Punany Poets, presents a one-woman show called "The Head Doctor" at The Greenwich, which benefits non-profits the Minority Aids Prevention Alliance and AFACT (Artists Fighting AIDS Creatively through the Arts). The show is an intimate, audience interactive show about love and sex--by far the sexiest Punany show of all time. The goal for the show is not only to celebrate the art of lovemaking, but to also create awareness that individuals need to practice safe sex and to raise awareness of the increasing number of cases of African American women contracting HIV/AIDS.

In addition, The Katrina Collaboration benefits from an event called the "The Breaking Point" at the Contemporary Arts Center. The evening features a photo installation of Hurricane Katrina by photographers from New York and New Orleans, a spoken word presentation by local group The Artistic Order of 144K and nationally acclaimed DJ/Producer King Britt's live performance of his remix of the songs and documentary of New Orleans's folk artist Sister Gertrude Morgan.

First National Trip for Snowboarders Offered

Snowboarders across America and beyond are invited to join up this February in Colorado with the editor of SnowboardSecrets.com for the 558 "First Ever All America Snowboard Trip." Editor Lauren Traub Teton concocted the idea for this trip after signing up for ski trips and finding herself the only snowboarder in the group. "It's fun riding with skiers, but I want to have a trip where I can ride and play with snowboarders, who share the same snow culture as me!" says Teton. The trip is open to snowboarders of all ages and levels, including absolute beginners. Flexmeter Snowboard Wrist Guards and Iceberg Vodka are two sponsors of the trip.

Lampe Group Honored At National Agency Alliance (NAA) 2008 National Convention

The Lampe Group (www.LampeTeam.CityMax.com) received the Leadership Award for the second year in a row, as well as other awards and recognition in several categories, from the National Agency Alliance (NAA) (www.NAAleaders.com) at its recent 2008 National Convention in Dallas, TX. NAA is a national insurance marketing company that focuses on protecting American families' financial assets, especially their homes.

In just its second year, the Lampe Group, now with close to 1,000 agents, remains the fastest growing team in the history of NAA. It received the top award for developing six new Agencies, the largest number from one team to become Agency Managers in less than a year -- a record for any NAA agency.

Viigo Recognized as One of Canada's Top 50 Private Technology Companies

Viigo Inc. (www.viigo.com), developer of the popular mobile content and services platform for smartphones, announced today that Red Herring Magazine has recognized the company as one of Canada's Top 50 Private Technology Companies.

Viigo's software is revolutionizing how people access information on their smartphones, and the Company is uniquely positioned to benefit from a fast growing market that analysts estimate will surpass 1BB devices in the next five years.

"Viigo is poised to capitalize on what is projected to be one of the largest technology market opportunities ever to present itself," said Mark Ruddock, CEO, Viigo. "Our technology is fast becoming the platform of choice for smartphone users seeking to access both the content and the services they need, anytime and anywhere."

Lorman Education Services Presents How To Write Effective New Business Proposals Teleconference on October 5, 2005.

If you attend one workshop this year, make it the one with the greatest potential to positively impact your bottom line.

Some Requests For Proposal (RFP) are formal, detailed, written and lengthy questionnaires. Others are less formal, as in 'get me a proposal on that.' Either way, today's proposal-driven business world is both an opportunity to gain competitive advantage and a chance to lose it. Creating compelling written proposals that sell and differentiate your organization is a specialized skill that must be developed and honed if your firm is to win more than its share of new business opportunities today.

Prefabricated Steel Buildings Save Green in More Ways Than One

With construction season fast approaching, Metal Buildings R Us (www.MetalBuildingsRUs.com) is starting 2007 in high gear with new marketing initiatives aimed at educating consumers about cost effective and environmentally friendly prefabricated steel buildings.

"Environmentally friendly and 'green' building practices are buzzwords being thrown around a lot now, but people still think that making the effort to not harm the environment means sacrificing either quality or raising the cost of building to prohibitive levels. That simply isn't true anymore," said Dan Rice, of MetalBuildingsRUs.com. "Green doesn't have to equal sacrifice or huge expense."

USstoragesearch.com Announces Monthly Sales and Marketing Training Teleseminars for Their Members

In an effort to help their members increase occupancy through higher conversion ratios and receive more overall value, USstoragesearch.com has launched a free monthly Teleseminar training program for all of their members.

The training Teleseminars will be conducted on a monthly basis and cover a variety of self storage marketing and sales related topics. On appropriate months, USstoragesearch.com will invite an industry expert to assist in training on a particular topic.

"We are always looking for ways to add more value for our existing members. If this program can show them how to leverage their marketing without additional spending, we will be ecstatic." said Megan Eckert, Executive Vice President of USstoragesearch.com.

Gold Rush Atmosphere Fuels Chinese Gold Market

As much as 300 billion yuan (US$36.15 billion) in private money is estimated to flow into the gold market, creating demand for about 3,000 tons of gold.

A market demand for 300 to 500 tons of gold will be created by individual traders, reports top gold investment advisor Kevin DeMeritt of Lear Financial, the parent company of Gold Central, one of the top gold coin companies in the U.S. states.

Gold has always had a special place in the hearts of Chinese people. It represents wealth and good fortune but now the rush to buy gold coins and gold jewelry is reaching fever pitch in major cities across the country.

Free Marketing Seminar To Feature The Latest, Most Innovative Marketing Strategies to Help Small Businesses Survive In A Fiercely Competitive Environment

Raleigh Marketing Expert, Irene Brooks will hold a free marketing seminar on Wednesday, February 25 at 8pm Eastern Time via tele-conference.

Entitled, How To Get As Many Clients As You Can Handle," this innovative seminar will feature the latest, most effective strategies that small businesses can use today to survive in this fiercely competitive environment.

Ms. Brooks will draw upon her 15 years of experience to help business owners, internet marketers & entrepreneurs focus on their strengths and position their companies to set them apart from their competitors.

Doctors CarbRite Diet Welcomes a New Look for its Website, CarbRiteDiet.com

Doctors CarbRite Diet launched a new dedicated website for the sugar-free and low-carb lifestyle, CarbRiteDiet.com. Doctors CarbRite Diet offers a variety of low-carb and gluten-free products that are completely free of trans fats, hydrogenated oils, artificial sweeteners, artificial flavors or preservatives. Now the lifestyle-driven CarbRiteDiet.com includes expert advice on low-carb dieting and cooking, a convenient and secure way to order products, a store locator, and many delicious low-carb recipes.

Leadership Development Training Essential For Increased Productivity

Leadership development that is tied to business results is essential for companies that wish to boost their ability to innovate and execute as a competitive strength," states Anne Miller, Managing Director of A Miller & Associates.

A Miller & Associates provides executive team alignment, leadership development, strategy innovation and executive coaching services to clients such as Coca Cola, Hewlett Packard and Royal Dutch Shell. http://www.annemiller.net

We have found that some of the biggest obstacles to corporations declaring and realizing bold ambitions -- and to leaders acting consistent with their potential -- can be found in our deep rooted behaviors of what we think is possible and safe in the corporate context."

Orion Health Launches First Physician Portal Designed for Immediate Deployment

Orion Health, a leading provider of clinical workflow and integration technology for the healthcare sector, today announced Concerto Rapid Deployment™ edition designed for hospitals needing a full-scale physician portal within a short implementation timeframe.

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The newest member of the Concerto product suite allows hospitals and staff to continue to receive the highest quality product at a quicker point of entry.

Concerto Rapid Deployment™ edition is a cost-effective, quick to install and easy to use 1f40 physician portal, offering the ability to add additional functions and searches over time without compromising on the mission-critical needs of the hospital system.

Holiday Travel Made Easy - Let's Go Chipper's Get Ready to Fly Set Prepares Kids Before You Even Pack a Bag

IAGmedia Inc. extends its Let's Go Chipper series this holiday season with the introduction of "Get Ready to Fly," a get-ready activity set that helps parents eliminate the stress of traveling with kids.

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From what to pack, to check-in, boarding, flying and landing, "Get Ready to Fly" is a story and activity book with crayons nestled into a plush, self-adjustable pillow backpack that helps prepare kids for flying before mom or dad even packs a bag. The entire package is delivered in a reusable tote bag so kids have a character to help guide the way, and mom or dad has a bag for extras to help keep everyone on track.

Aperto Networks Names Brian Deutsch as New President and CEO

Aperto® Networks, builder of the world’s most scalable carrier-grade and cost-effective WiMAX base stations and subscriber units, announced today that Brian Deutsch has been named as the company’s new President and CEO.

“We are very excited to have someone with Brian’s record of achievement join Aperto,” said Randall Meals, Managing Partner, Quicksilver Ventures. “WiMAX is fulfilling its promise to serve the rapidly expanding worldwide demand for wireless broadband access. At the same time, Aperto is well positioned to leverage its recent wins in the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the U.S. Aperto’s board and its investors are confident that the combination of Brian’s technical background and experience in growing successful companies is the perfect complement to Aperto’s technology and its industry-leading line of PacketMAX base stations and subscriber units.”

Rock/Creek Outfitters Launches Chaco Recycled Shoe Program, Benefits Himalayan Communities

Rock/Creek Outfitters and footwear manufacturer, Chaco, Inc., announce this week’s launch of the Chaco Recycled Shoe Program. Rock/Creek, a Chattanooga-based outdoor retailer, is inviting customers to trade in any used (but clean) pair of shoes, boots, or sandals for a 20% discount on a new pair of Chacos. The initiative will last two weeks and will be available to the public through Rock/Creek’s physical and online stores. The shoes that are collected will be cleaned up and distributed to those in need in other parts of the world. Chaco launched the Recycle Program in 2005, and with the help of retailers like Rock/Creek Outfitters, has managed to distribute over 1,500 lightly worn pairs of shoes.

Accident Prevention Plus, Inc. announces prototype in final stages, newly signed distribution agreement and confirms the mandatory certificate exchange for upcoming name change to Transportation Safety Technology, Inc.

September 22, 2004 Accident Prevention Plus, Inc. OTCBB:ACPL announces today that the Company expects to have prototype available in less than 3 weeks, which will coincide with the implementation of the new product into many vehicles. At this point orders have come in for the product before the final stage of the prototype was complete which we expected. APPs previous black box technology and products have been extensively tested by many organizations and have been proven successful; the fact that we will be able to offer the same product for less money and more user friendly was an obvious revenue generator. The TSTI Interface will offer the consumer a wide range of tracking ability and accountability for the Driver.

Casto's Lakeside Village To Host Vintage Car Show

Lakeland, Florida-- CASTO, one of the country's leading real estate organizations, announced today they will be hosting a classic car show at Lakeside Village, located on the corner of Harden Blvd. and Polk Parkway in Lakeland. The Vintage Chevrolet Club of America (VCCA) will hold their annual Winter National Meet on the streets of Lakeside Village where they'll showcase cars that date back from 1931 to 1976. This exciting event will take place Thursday, March 26th from 10am to 5pm and Friday, March 27th from 10am to 4pm.

RadioScape has Secured Long Term Funding to Refinance its Broadcast Business

With new share holders, RadioScape has secured long term funding to refinance its Broadcast business.

The commitment of Broadcast Team during the short period of Administration and the confidence shown by its large existing client base and prospective customers was able to ensure the on going security of the company, the products and the brand.

RadioScape is once again fully operational with its customer facing technical and commercial teams remaining totally unchanged.

The new management have a clear path for RadioScape to pursue in the coming months:-