Newstream.com Digest: Protecting Online Shoppers From Fraud, Remote Start for Your Car, FDA Approves Strattera For ADHD.Business/Entertainment Editors & High-Tech/Medical Writers NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 27, 2002 And Other Free Multimedia Content for Journalists -------------------------------------------------- Your Credit Card Is More Secure Than You Realize When Shopping Online This Holiday Season 'Tis the season to be shopping online. But nearly two-thirds of Internet shoppers are so wary that computer hackers will steal their credit card number and other personal information that they end up backing off and not buying. There are some answers. Brand names such as Godiva, Lenox and many others are using innovative technology to protect your privacy -- and your wallet. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7870 -------------------------------------------------- Remote Start for Your Car What's going to make it easier for you to warm up your car on a freezing winter morning or cool it down after it has been sitting in the hot summer sun? Here's a look at a convenient feature that you may want on your next car or truck. A report from General Motors (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :GM). You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7883 -------------------------------------------------- New Retail Security Survey Shows U.S. Retailers Losing $31 Billion to Theft Retailers must look beyond discounts and sales promotions and focus on the dual threats of dishonest employees and shoplifters in order to turn a profit during this year's critical holiday shopping season, a new University of Florida University of Florida is the third-largest university in the United States, with 50,912 students (as of Fall 2006) and has the eighth-largest budget (nearly $1.9 billion per year). UF is home to 16 colleges and more than 150 research centers and institutes. retail study reports. Get video now. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7874 -------------------------------------------------- FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. Approves Strattera(TM), First Noncontrolled Option For Treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Strattera(TM) (atomoxetine HCl), judging it safe and effective for the treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Definition Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by distractibility, hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and the inability to remain focused on tasks or ) in children, adolescents and adults. Get video here. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7855 -------------------------------------------------- Early Treatment with Bayer Drug Can Drastically Lower the Risk of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Cardiovascular disease Disease that affects the heart and blood vessels. Mentioned in: Lipoproteins Test cardiovascular disease Patients with impaired glucose tolerance Impaired Glucose Tolerance (IGT) is a pre-diabetic state of dysglycemia, that is associated with insulin resistance and increased risk of cardiovascular pathology. IGT may precede type 2 diabetes mellitus by many years. IGT is also a risk factor for mortality. who receive treatment with acarbose acarbose /acar·bose/ (a´kahr-bos) an a inhibitor used in treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. acarbose, n brand name: Precose, Prandase; drug class: at an early stage can not only prevent type II (adult-onset) diabetes from developing but can also drastically lower the risk of cardiovascular complications such as myocardial infarction myocardial infarction: see under infarction. . These findings of the large-scale international STOP-NIDDM STOP-NIDDM Study to Prevent Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus Study were recently presented at the 21st International Bayer Pharma Press Seminar in Munich. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7865 -------------------------------------------------- GE Medical Systems Receives FDA Clearance for Innova(TM) 4100 GE Medical Systems, a unit of General Electric Company (NYSE:GE), announced that it has received 510(k) market clearance from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for the GE Innova(TM) 4100. This large-format digital flat panel Digital Flat Panel (DFP) is a video connector for flat panel displays. It features 20 pins and uses the PanelLink protocol. Unlike DVI, DFP never achieved widespread implementation. The connector was used by displays such as the Compaq Presario FP400, FP500 and 5204. X-ray system, the first of its kind, provides detailed, real-time fluoroscopic Fluoroscopic (fluoroscopy) An x-ray procedure that produces immediate images and motion on a screen. The images look like those seen at airport baggage security stations. Mentioned in: Hypotonic Duodenography images of human anatomy Human anatomy is primarily the scientific study of the morphology of the adult human body.[1] It is subdivided into gross anatomy and microscopic anatomy.[1] for interventional radiological procedures that require exacting precision. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7889 -------------------------------------------------- Hearing Loud And Clear The blast of the alarm clock, shriek shriek - exclamation mark of the blow dryer and roar of traffic are common sounds of everyday life. Yet, these ordinary sounds are causing millions of Americans to suffer from hearing loss. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7894 -------------------------------------------------- Mad Catz Mad Catz Interactive (TSX: MCZ) is a peripherals manufacturer for various Game Consoles. It produces a wide range of accessories including control pads, memory cards, connection cables and other Human Interface Devices. Launches Lynx, Wireless Controller for Xbox Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (AMEX/TSE:MCZ MCZ Museum of Comparative Zoology (Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts) MCZ Mystic Cave Zone (Sonic 2 level) ), a leading manufacturer of video game accessories, announced today the launch of the company's first Lynx(TM) wireless controller for the Xbox(TM) video game system from Microsoft. This is the second in the Mad Catz family of Lynx wireless controllers that was first introduced last July with the Lynx wireless for PlayStation(R)2, PS one and PlayStation. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7892 -------------------------------------------------- J.D. Power and Associates Reports: Customer Service and Attention to Detail Drive Home Mortgage Customer Satisfaction Only one out of 10 consumers indicate loyalty to their current primary home mortgage service provider, according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. the 2003 J.D. Power and Associates Home Mortgage Study released. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7893 -------------------------------------------------- Office Depot Office Depot (NYSE: ODP) is one of the world's leading suppliers of office products and services. The Company's selection of brand name office supplies includes business machines, computers, computer software and office furniture, while its business services encompass copying, Takes the "Work" Out of Holiday Shopping With the holiday season fast approaching and recognizing that many shoppers will begin their shopping on foot this weekend, Office Depot (NYSE:ODP ODP - Open Distributed Processing ), the world's largest seller of office products and supplies, takes the work out of holiday shopping this year with in-store merchandising, special holiday Web sites and in-store shipping services that make shopping easy, convenient and affordable this holiday season. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7882 -------------------------------------------------- Men and Women Differ on Best Holiday Movie Memories, Agree on Worst It's no secret that men and women have different tastes, and a recent survey has found that holiday movies are another point of disparity for the sexes. But they don't disagree on everything... You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7881 -------------------------------------------------- Fun and Learning Go Hand in Hand It's that time of the year again and parents will soon find themselves faced with the same yearly dilemma of what to buy their children for the holidays. In fact, while a recent survey revealed that 91 percent of parents believe it's important to give gifts that encourage learning, more than half have trouble figuring out which toys will help their children grow. How can you decide which toys allow your children to learn while having fun? Radio News Feature Interview with Dr. Richard Bavaria, vice president of education at Sylvan Learning Sylvan Learning (formerly Sylvan Learning Center) is a chain of franchised tutoring centers which provide personalized tutoring in reading, writing, mathematics, study skills and test-prep for college entrance and state exams. Center. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7884 -------------------------------------------------- Actress Laura Regan Chats About the New Movie THEY Delving deep into the unnerving un·nerve tr.v. un·nerved, un·nerv·ing, un·nerves 1. To deprive of fortitude, strength, or firmness of purpose. 2. To make nervous or upset. psychological roots of horror, the fast-paced thriller They explores the idea that fear of the dark goes farther than anyone would like to think. When a group of young adults begins to disappear late at night, it seems that their worst nightmares from childhood have returned to take them. But who are They, and can anyone survive the evil that haunts the night? Radio News Feature Interview with actress Laura Regan. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7879 -------------------------------------------------- Rock On! Jimi Hendrix's Music & Memory Live on for 60th Birthday Bash Fans of rock icon Jimi Hendrix Noun 1. Jimi Hendrix - United States guitarist whose innovative style with electric guitars influenced the development of rock music (1942-1970) Hendrix, James Marshall Hendrix will be holding parties around the world on November 27, 2002, to celebrate what would have been the guitar legend's 60th birthday, but nowhere will there be a gathering like the one being hosted by Jimi's younger brother Wiki is aware of the following uses of "'Younger Brother":
You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7888 -------------------------------------------------- Bargain Travel Last year holiday travelers had security concerns in mind as they packed up to visit family. But this year the biggest concern for holiday travelers is money. Radio News Feature. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7887 -------------------------------------------------- Fairchild Semiconductor Strengthens Finance Management Team Fairchild Semiconductor (NYSE:FCS FCS - Frame Check Sequence ), the leading global supplier of high performance products for multiple end markets, today announced new appointments to the Fairchild finance management team. Robin Sawyer has been promoted to vice president, corporate controller and chief accounting officer and Dave Henry has been appointed to the position of vice president of Finance, Worldwide Operations. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7880 -------------------------------------------------- Kroger VIPs Attend Latest NewQuest Properties Development Opening The who's who of Kroger Food Stores was on hand for the ribbon-cutting event that marked the opening of the latest Houston-area commercial development by NewQuest Properties. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?7891 -------------------------------------------------- ABOUT NEWSTREAM.COM (1) (Computer Output Microfilm) Creating microfilm or microfiche from the computer. A COM machine receives print-image output from the computer either online or via tape or disk and creates a film image of each page. : Newstream.com is a joint venture of Business Wire (www.businesswire.com) and Medialink (www.medialink.com). Newstream.com, staffed by on-line news veterans, is dedicated to providing registered journalists with compelling and timely multimedia content: video, audio, photos, graphics and text from newsmakers in the fields of Technology, Science, Health & Medicine, Business & Finance, Entertainment, Consumer News, Sports, Lifestyles, Travel & Tourism and World and Government News. |
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