Newstream.com Digest: Stressed and Pregnant, GE looks at Earth Day, Breakthrough technology from Xerox.Business Editors/Health/Medical Writers/High-Tech Writers NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 26, 2003 And Other Free Multimedia Content for Journalists Stressed And Pregnant In Troubled Times A new CIGNA CIGNA CG (Connecticut General Life Insurance Company) INA (Insurance Company of North America) HealthCare survey shows that a troubled economy, war in Iraq and threats of terror, are adding to the stress levels of many Americans - including pregnant women. 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 survey, half of all Americans and nearly 65 percent of pregnant women say they are experiencing more stress than a year ago. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8931 Stressed and Pregnant in Troubled Times Do current headlines have you feeling stressed out? A recent survey shows news about the war and economy is increasing Americans' stress levels-including those of pregnant women. Roberta Facinelli has more on what expectant mothers can do to better cope with anxiety. Radio News Feature. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8933 Yum! Brands Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) or Yum! is a Fortune 500 corporation, that operates or licenses A&W (excluding Canada), KFC, Long John Silver's, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell restaurants worldwide. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, it is the world's largest quick-service (a.k.a. Foundation Commits Half-Million-Dollars to Build Muhammad Ali Center Yum! Brands Foundation announced on March 26, 2003, a half-million dollar, multi-year partnership with The Muhammad Ali Center for the Advancement of Humanity Worldwide, based in Louisville, Ky. The Center will be an international cultural and educational institution inspired by the values and worldwide influence of Muhammad Ali Muhammad Ali, pasha of Egypt Muhammad Ali, 1769?–1849, pasha of Egypt after 1805. He was a common soldier who rose to leadership by his military skill and political acumen. . You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8946 GE Consumer Products Celebrates Earth Day How are you celebrating Earth Day? GE Consumer Products is celebrating the day, established over 30 years ago to recognize and pay tribute to our environment, by renewing its commitment to ENERGY STAR. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8939 Computer Tax Preparation to Top Pen and Paper Preparation for the First Time This Year More and more Americans are turning to the computer to prepare their taxes. In fact, this is expected to be the first year more self-prepared tax forms are completed with software and online applications rather than with pen and paper. Get video now. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8936 ABS Announces the First Multi-Biometric Access Control Software Advanced Biometric Security (ABS), a provider of enterprise biometric security software, has launched AccessPoint(TM), the first open, multi-biometric physical access control solution that can integrate any combination of biometric technologies (face, hand, iris, finger, voice, as well as smart cards, PIN and card systems) with any organization's existing IT and physical access control environment. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8930 Xerox Researchers Develop Breakthrough Technology To Bring Benefits Of Fiber Optics fiber optics, transmission of digitized messages or information by light pulses along hair-thin glass fibers. Each fiber is surrounded by a cladding having a high index of refractance so that the light is internally reflected and travels the length of the fiber To Small Businesses, Homes Although the information superhighway is here, the "off-ramps" are more like one-lane dirt roads because of the high cost of routing fiber optic networks that last mile. However, a new technology from Xerox Corporation (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :XRX XRX Xerox Corporation (stock symbol) ) could help change that, by assisting the effort to bring affordable, high-capacity fiber optics directly to businesses and even homes for the first time. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8935 Dream Foundation Receives $200,000 Donation From Office Depot at Local Florida Ceremony Today, at a special ceremony held at Office Depot's headquarters in Delray Beach, Fla., the Dream Foundation, a national pioneer in granting dreams to adults battling terminal illnesses, received a $200,000 donation from Office Depot Inc. (NYSE:ODP ODP - Open Distributed Processing ). You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8937 The RK Group Caters to New Miss USA and Donald Trump The RK Group, San Antonio's premier catering company, staged the Miss USA Coronation Ball directly following the March 24 NBC-TV broadcast of the 52nd Annual Miss USA Pageant. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8938 Nominate Your Coach! Great coaches do more than tally wins and losses. In fact, 2.5 million coaches help teach young athletes how to play the most important game of all -- the game of life. Today, 35% of American youth play organized sports, and coaches spend an average of 80 hours a season with players. It's no surprise that coaches play a positive role in shaping children's values and life experiences. Radio News Feature You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8932 Focusing on New Market Trends, Andrew Urbain Capitalizes on Spring, Launches Fall As the demand for fashion moves away from distinct needs for purpose-specific attire and favors the merging of day and evening wear, New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of based fashion house Andrew Urbain has been making strides across the North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. market with a uniquely designed line. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8929 Winner of 2003 Best Innovation in Technology, Broadata Communications Announces the ConciergeTM Fiberstation Broadata Communications Inc. (BCI BCI Bat Conservation International BCI Brain-Computer Interface BCI Business Continuity Institute BCI Business Cycle Indicators BCI Banco de Credito e Inversiones (Chilean bank) BCI Bell Canada International ), a world leader in the development of cutting edge optical communications and optoelectronic technologies, received Best Innovation in Technology at the 2003 NSCA NSCA National Systems Contractors Association NSCA National Strength & Conditioning Association NSCA National Society for Clean Air and Environmental Protection (UK) NSCA National Street Car Association NSCA Nebraska Sprint Car Association Systems Expo awards ceremony on March 15th. The Concierge(TM) Fiberstation is the first plug 'n play multimedia fiber-optic connectivity solution for hotels, convention centers, conference centers, boardrooms, theme parks and houses of worship. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8941 DRS Technologies Awarded New Contracts To Produce Neptune Maritime Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
DRS Technologies Inc. (NYSE:DRS DRS Drives (street suffix) DRS Dispute Resolution Service DRS Doctorandus DRS Department of Rehabilitative Services DRS Direct Registration System (securities) DRS Department of Rehabilitation Services ) announced today that it has received new orders to produce Neptune(TM) Maritime Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (MUAVs) for the U.S. Navy. The Neptune(TM) MUAV MUAV Miniature Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Stargate) MUAV Maritime Unmanned Aerial Vehicle MUAV Micro Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (US DoD/DARPA) , which can be launched from small surface vessels or from land, was specifically designed to assist tactical military operations and civil applications where developed runways are unavailable. It can be quickly deployed and recovered on land or in water for day or night special operations. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8940 Yum! Brands Appoints Bonnie G. Hill to Board Yum! Brands Inc. (NYSE:YUM) announced today the appointment of Bonnie G. Hill, 61, to its Board of Directors. Hill is president of B. Hill Enterprises, a consulting firm specializing in corporate governance Corporate Governance The relationship between all the stakeholders in a company. This includes the shareholders, directors, and management of a company, as defined by the corporate charter, bylaws, formal policy, and rule of law. and board organizational and public policy issues. She is also the chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. of Icon Blue, a brand marketing company based in Los Angeles. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8926 Eastman Names Mowen to Head New "Developing Businesses" Financial Reporting Segment On March 26, 2003, Eastman Chemical Company Eastman Chemical Company is a United States based chemical company, engaged in the manufacture and sale of chemicals, plastics and fibers. Eastman has 16 manufacturing sites in 10 countries, supplying its products throughout the world. (NYSE:EMN EMN Equity Market Neutral (investing) EMN École Nationale de la Magistrature (French National School for the Training of Judges and Prosecutors) EMN Electromagnetic Noise ) said it has enhanced focus on its efforts to increase revenue and earnings from developing new businesses and has realigned its organizational and reporting structure to reflect this change. As a result, the company has added a new financial reporting segment for "Developing Businesses" effective with first quarter 2003. Eastman will report earnings for the quarter April 24. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8942 Emily Morgan Hotel Names New Executive Chef Mike Dimas, formerly with Santa Fe's Inn at Loretto, unveils new direction and menu for historic property You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8928 Embarazada... Y Estresada! ?Los titulares del periodico de hoy le causan estres? Una reciente encuesta demuestra que las noticias sobre la economia y la guerra estan aumentando el nivel de estres de la gente, incluyendo el de las mujeres embarazadas. Noticias Especiales para Radio You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?8934 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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