Daily Archives: Jun 28, 2010

‘Thriller’ Creative Nets Silver Davey Award for Austin’s MDS Advertising, and Won More Healthcare-Industry Client Business

AUSTIN, Texas -- In tough economic times, advertising dollars are held more tightly than gold. So it's newsworthy when a company not only invests, but takes risks, to promote its business. Now MDS Advertising, an Austin ad agency, is winning the confidence of ROI-conscious companies with breakthrough creative that's returning more than its weight in results-it already earned an industry award.

A New Earth Based On Old Texts? Researchers Compare Writings of Eckhart Tolle and Belzebuub

NORFOLK, Va. -- A research study addresses concerns about similarities between Eckhart Tolle's 'A New Earth' (2005) and Belzebuub's 'Searching Within' (2001) and 'The Journey to Enlightenment' (2002). Dr. Gabrielle Wood, who initiated the study, has published the results online today.

MMDI Named Among ‘Top 50 Companies to Watch’ in the Medical Device Industry by Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry Magazine (MD+DI)

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. -- Minnesota Medical Development, Inc. (MMDI) today announced that it has been named as one of the 'Top 50 Companies to Watch' in the medical device industry by Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry (MD+DI) magazine. MMDI was chosen because of its ability to achieve success and also for its ability to manufacture products that have the potential to revolutionize care practices.

US Hispanics Will Spend $257 Billion on Telecommunications Services over the Next Five Years, Says Insight Research Corp.

BOONTON, N.J. -- Over the next five years, US Hispanic communities will spend $257 billion on telecommunications services, accounting for 17 percent of all residential telecom expenditures, according to a new market research study from The Insight Research Corporation. Early analysis of Census 2010 data suggests that Hispanics will surpass the 50 million mark and that they will command over $1 trillion in buying power.

Butler Bowl and Football Program Bark Loud Like Butler Basketball – Fans Live Large with New Bleachers from Southern Bleacher Company

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- The Butler University Bulldogs are celebrating a number of achievements for the 2009-2010 athletic seasons. Not only did the Butler Bulldogs advance to the NCAA's magical Final Four in basketball, but on the gridiron, the Bulldogs achieved record-setting milestones by going 11-1, topping the Pioneer Football League, capturing their first post-season win and winning the Gridiron Classic and the Hoosier Helmet Trophy.

Widow of Johnny and the Hurricanes Saxophone Legend Johnny Paris Launches Her First Book with a Huge Erotic Touch

PERRYSBURG, Ohio -- Tired of romance novels that just portray young women with bodies to die for, novelist Sonja Paris tried a new approach in her first novel 'MAKE THE COUGAR PURR' (ISBN: 978-1452824543; CreateSpace). The novel is now available at Amazon and other online bookstores.

CMI Ranked 42 on Honomichl Top 50 List of U.S. Marketing Research Organizations

ATLANTA, Ga. -- CMI has been ranked #42 on the 2010 Honomichl Top 50 list of the United States' largest marketing research organizations - up from a #45 ranking last year. Companies appearing on the list are ranked by annual revenues for the preceding year. CMI reported revenues of $15 million, an increase of 6.4 percent from 2008.

Chasing Happiness: Why Feeling Good Remains Elusive

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. -- Want happiness? While studies indicate that lots of friends, a high paying job, or even passing years may create a higher likelihood of feeling 'happy,' a reliable recipe for lasting happiness remains elusive, says The Gnostic Movement. Lasting happiness will be the focus of a global Gnostic event on July 10 in major cities worldwide.

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