Newstream.com Digest: Selecting the Perfect Pair of Eyeglasses, Krispy Kreme Welcomes Ft. Hood Troops Home, Heinz Introduces One Carb Ketchup.Business Editors NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 23, 2004 And Other Free Multimedia Content for Journalists Krispy Kreme's Mobile Doughnut Store Joins the 'Welcome Home' Celebration at Fort Hood Fort Hood, U.S. army post, 209,000 acres (84,580 hectares), central Tex., near Killeen; est. 1942 on the site of old Fort Gates and named for Confederate Gen. John Hood. It is one of the army's largest installations and a major employer of the area. , Texas Krispy Kreme Krispy Kreme is a chain of doughnut stores. Its parent company is Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD), based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States. Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :KKD KKD Kultur- og Kirkedepartementet (Norwegian: Ministry of Culture and Church Affairs) KKD Krispy Kreme Doughnuts (stock symbol) KKD Kilocalories per Kilogram of body weight Per Day ) rolled its mobile store -- a complete Krispy Kreme store on wheels that produces fresh, hot Krispy Kreme doughnuts and coffee -- to Ft. Hood on April 22. Krispy Kreme joined the USO USO: see United Service Organizations. (UNIX Software Operation) AT&T's Unix division before it turned into USL. See Unix. , Wayne Newton Carson Wayne Newton (born April 3, 1942, in Roanoke, Virginia) is an American singer and entertainer based in Las Vegas, Nevada. He performed over 30,000 solo shows in Las Vegas over a period of over 40 years, earning him the nickname Mr. Las Vegas. , Jessica Simpson, Ludacris, Drew Carey Drew Allison Carey (born May 23, 1958) is an American comedian, actor, and game show host. After serving in the U.S. Marines and making a name for himself in stand-up comedy, Carey eventually gained popularity starring on his own sitcom, The Drew Carey Show , Gary Sinise, Charlie Viracola, The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Notable cheerleaders
You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13232 -------------------------------------------------- The Scoop on Selecting Specs Most people know they need eyeglasses eyeglasses or spectacles, instrument or device for aiding and correcting defective sight. Eyeglasses usually consist of a pair of lenses mounted in a frame to hold them in position before the eyes. to correct their vision. But, the reality is that getting an eyeglass eye·glass n. 1. eyeglasses Glasses for the eyes. 2. A single lens in a pair of glasses; a monocle. 3. See eyepiece. 4. See eyecup. prescription is just the beginning. From fabulous frame shapes and colors to advanced lens technologies, today's eyeglass wearers have endless options. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13231 -------------------------------------------------- Prader-Willi Syndrome Prader-Willi Syndrome Definition Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a genetic condition caused by the absence of chromosomal material from chromosome 15. The genetic basis of PWS is complex. Association Annual Awareness Week Kicks off Nationwide April 24 - May 1 Obesity has fast become a public health crisis in America. According to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), agency of the U.S. Public Health Service since 1973, with headquarters in Atlanta; it was established in 1946 as the Communicable Disease Center. , 64 percent of Americans are overweight and 30 percent are classified obese. Much of this epidemic is a direct result of societal and behavioral conditions. But endocrine disturbances, such as Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS See personal Web server. ), account for many cases of clinical obesity in children each year. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13229 -------------------------------------------------- Just in Time for Summer...Heinz One Carb Ketchup(TM) Hits Store Shelves Consumers now have a new way to pour on America's Favorite Ketchup(TM) at their summer barbecues. Heinz One Carb Ketchup -- a lower carbohydrate, lower sugar and lower calorie version of its traditional Ketchup -- is currently hitting store shelves around the country. As a result, consumers can now enjoy the great taste of Heinz and still be carb-conscious if they choose. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13235 -------------------------------------------------- Two New Models Being Introduced to the Bowflex(R) Home Gym Line Bowflex(R), the most popular brand in home fitness equipment, is proud to introduce two new models to its family of home gyms. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13239 -------------------------------------------------- IMC (Internet Mail Consortium, Santa Cruz, CA, www.imc.org) An industry trade association founded in 1996 by Paul Hoffman and Dave Crocker that promotes Internet e-mail standards and features. DataWorks Introduces DAX-2408, the Ultra-Compact Universal Data Acquisition System With Automatic Sensor Recognition (TEDS) and CAN I/O (Input/Output) The transfer of data between the CPU and a peripheral device. Every transfer is an output from one device and an input to another. See PC input/output. I/O - Input/Output imc DataWorks, LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control , a world leader in measurement engineering, introduces DAX-2408, the ultra-compact universal data acquisition system, tailored for applications in transportation engineering and testing, featuring a revolutionary new "Plug & Measure" system that renders complex measurement devices obsolete, announced Paul Nylander, Ph.D., application manager of imc DataWorks. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13250 -------------------------------------------------- Today's Students = Tomorrow's Business Owners What do you want to be when you grow up? A group of teens were asked that question and gave surprising answers as we hear in this report. Radio News Feature You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13242 -------------------------------------------------- Safeguard's Centurion(TM) Chainsaw Accessory Guards Against Kickback The seller's return of part of the purchase price of an item to a buyer or buyer's representative for the purpose of inducing a purchase or improperly influencing future purchases. Injuries Safeguard Ventures, LLC introduces The Centurion(TM) chainsaw safety guard, an ultra-light solid-steel accessory that helps protect against chainsaw kickback injuries. Kickback accidents account for 85 percent of all reported chainsaw injuries, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. These injuries can result in loss of limb, or even life, to the chainsaw operator. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13248 -------------------------------------------------- Staples Kicks off Earth Day Computer Recycling Program Staples kicks off Earth Day Computer Recycling Program with students from Lent Elementary School in Portland, Oregon. Used equipment collected at 31 stores in Washington and Oregon. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13247 -------------------------------------------------- Stanford Financial Group Hosts Luncheon in Honor of Raul R. Gangotena, Ambassador of Ecuador On April 22, the Stanford Financial Group hosted a luncheon in honor of His Excellency HIS EXCELLENCY. A title given by the constitution of Massachusetts to the governor of that commonwealth. Const. part 2, c. 2, s. 1, art. 1. This title is customarily given to the governors of the other states, whether it be the official designation in their constitutions and laws or not. Raul R. Gangotena, Ambassador of Ecuador to the United States. The invitation-only luncheon was held at the Stanford world headquarters building, 5050 Westheimer and was preceded by Ambassador Gangotena's speech entitled, "Ecuador - Present and Future Outlook." You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13246 -------------------------------------------------- AERT AERT Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies, Inc AERT Animal Emergency Response Team Expands Plastic Recycling; Lowell Recycling Facility Commences Production Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies Inc. (Nasdaq:AERTA AERTA Army Environmental User Requirements and Technology Assessments (US Army) ), a leader in plastic recycling and wood composite technology, today announced that the Company has recently commenced operation of its largest plastic recycling plant to date. The facility, located in Lowell, Ark., cleans and processes recycled polyethylene plastics from a variety of industrial and post consumer sources. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13240 -------------------------------------------------- The City of Phoenix, Deutsch Associates, and FCI (Flux Changes per Inch) The measurement of polarity reversals on a magnetic surface. In MFM, each flux change is equal to one bit. In RLL, a flux change generates more than one bit. Team Have Successfully LEED v2 Certified Fire Station 50 - Beyond Facades Deutsch Associates has embarked on a pioneer project with the City of Phoenix's Green Building Program -- and has designed Fire Station 50 to follow the principles of LEED(R) (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, provides a suite of standards for environmentally sustainable construction. ). The USGBC USGBC United States Green Building Council (United States Green Building Council) has awarded Fire Station 50 the first LEED(R) v2 certified building in the State of Arizona and only the second LEED(R) certified fire station in the nation. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13238 -------------------------------------------------- SunPoker.com Takes to the Streets of Las Vegas There's a new poker room in Las Vegas, but its address is virtual. SunPoker.com has launched an advertising campaign this week in the gaming capital of the world, yet the poker players they're targeting live all across the globe. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13237 -------------------------------------------------- Burrell's "Nocturnal" Positions McDonald's(R) McGriddles(R) Breakfast Sandwich as Bedtime Snack of Choice for Young Adults Who Have Night Owl Tendencies Merging the art, self-expression and flavor of young adult lifestyles, McDonald's(R) has launched "Nocturnal," a TV commercial that serves up the McGriddles(R) breakfast sandwich as the perfect ending to a night on the town for a group of friends. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13234 -------------------------------------------------- Hronn Petursdottir Joins Alcoa Fjardaal As Human Resource and Community Relations Manager Alcoa has announced that effective May 4, 2004 Hronn Petursdottir, 37, will join the company as human resources and community relations manager at Fjardaal, Alcoa's planned new 322,000-metric-ton-per-year aluminum smelter in East Iceland. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13236 -------------------------------------------------- Fairchild Semiconductor Appoints Nick McGarry to Lead Electronic Manufacturing Services Channel Globally Fairchild Semiconductor, the leading global supplier of high performance products that optimize power, announced the appointment of Nick McGarry as director of Worldwide EMS Sales. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13243 -------------------------------------------------- Homeowners with Leaking Radiant Heating Systems Could Benefit from Proposed Settlement If you have a radiant heating system that's been leaking or is defective, pay close attention. You could be eligible to get payments from a settlement fund. Radio News Feature You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13244 -------------------------------------------------- Connie Lau Joins Board of Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. Honolulu executive Constance H. Lau was elected to the board of directors of Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALEX) at the annual shareholders meeting, announced A&B chairman of the board Charles M. Stockholm. Lau is president and chief executive officer of American Savings Bank savings bank, financial institution that, until recently, performed only the following functions: receiving savings deposits of individuals, investing them, and providing a modest return to its depositors in the form of interest. , Hawaii's third-largest financial institution, and has held various officer positions with Hawaiian Electric Industries Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. (HEI; NYSE: HE) is the largest supplier of electricity in the state of Hawaii, carrying power to 93% of the Hawaii electric public utility market.[1] The electricity supplier owns three electric utilities- Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. , Inc. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?13241 -------------------------------------------------- ABOUT NEWSTREAM.COM: Newstream.com is a joint venture of Business Wire (www.businesswire.com) and Medialink (www.medialink.com). 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