UPDATE -- PR Newswire Entertainment Weekly RoundUp for Week Ending Friday, December 17, 2004

UPDATE -- PR Newswire Entertainment Weekly RoundUp for Week Ending Friday, December 17, 2004

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Please note the updated release information for #16, Zango Games Breathes New Life Into Arcade Classics.

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The following is a select summary of the top entertainment-related press releases transmitted this week by PR Newswire. The full text of these releases is available at no charge to journalists on PR Newswire for Journalists, http://www.prnewswire.com/media.

Editors are also advised that high-resolution photos are available to accompany these previously transmitted releases. Members of the media may download the photos at no charge from the online archive links indicated below. Many photos are also available via the AP PhotoExpress Network, as indicated by the PRN# listed below.

1. Christopher & Dana Reeve Paralysis Resource Center Announces Actor
Daryl 'Chill' Mitchell to Be Spokesperson

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2838386

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU12

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN12

Caption: Dana Reeve, actor Daryl "Chill" Mitchell and Will Reeve,
at the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation's 14th Annual
Gala, 'A Magical Evening,' held on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2004.
Mitchell will serve as a spokesperson for the Christopher &
Dana Reeve Paralysis Resource Center and its recently
launched Minority Communities Outreach Campaign. Photo by
Jimi Celeste at (C) Patrick McMullan - All Rights Reserved.

Contact: Shonali Burke, +1-202-974-5027, burkes@ruderfinn.com; or
Maggie Goldberg, +1-973-379-2690, mgoldberg@crpf.org, both
for Christopher & Dana Reeve Paralysis Resource Center


2. Standard Insurance Company Sponsors Rachael Scdoris, First Blind
Iditarod Contender

Fans can read about Rachael's story and track her progress during the
race on www.GoRachaelGo.com

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830702

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU3

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN3

Caption: Legally blind Rachael Scdoris is the youngest musher ever to
complete a 500-mile sled dog race and was twice named one of
the nation's 100 Most Outstanding Female Athletes. This
March she will realize her lifelong dream to race in the
Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Rachael's supporters and fans
can read about Rachael and follow her progress in upcoming
races at www.GoRachaelGo.com.

Contact: Sponsorship Information, Amber Lindsey, 503-321-8467, or
alindse2@standard.com, or Corporate Information, Kira Higgs,
503-321-6418, or khiggs@standard.com, or Investor Relations
and Financial Media, Jeff Hallin, 503-321-6127, or
jhallin@standard.com


3. Seven Springs Kicks Off the Season

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2837227

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU5

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN5

Caption: Seven Springs Mountain Resort, PA's largest ski resort, opens
for the 2004/2005 season. For a fun-filled winter adventure
visit www.7springs.com

Contact: Robert Duppstadt of Seven Springs Mountain Resort,
+1-814-352-2016


4. Napa River Inn Announces Winter Wine Tasting Getaway

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2834412

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU7

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN7

Caption: The Napa River Inn (www.napariverinn.com), the area's only
upscale, full-service boutique hotel in downtown Napa,
announces a Winter Wine Tasting Getaway for romance and
leisure visitors to the Napa Valley. Enjoy a wine tasting
package now to February 28, 2005 from as low as $189 a night.
This charming historic hotel offers 66 finely detailed rooms
along a picturesque 2.5 acre Napa River. Anchored to the
hotel is the famous Historic Napa Mill
(http://www.napariverinn.com/napamill.php) ideal for
shopping, dining, and spa.

Contact: Monty Sander, +1-707-253-8503, or Fax: +1-707-253-8501,
monsan@aol.com, for The Napa River Inn


5. Armchair Travel Was Never This Real: Virtual Tours of India Let You
Take a Peek Before You Plunge

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2837933

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041207/NYFNSW49-a

Caption: India Comes Alive in Award Winning Multimedia CD-ROM Atlanta,
Georgia -- Finalist in "Best Book 2004" by USA BOOK NEWS and
rated 5-stars by readers at Amazon. The interactive
multimedia CD-ROM titled "Travels to Northern India: Agra" by
Travel CDZ, Inc., is packed with 230 spectacular digital
pictures, 18 minutes of high quality video, Interactive Map
and 200 pages of information on the region, historical
references, travel and shopping tips.

Contact: Diana Prieto of Travel CDZ, Inc., +1-678-358-4309, or
mediainfo@travelcdz.com


6. Mummies From The British Museum Opens April 17, 2005 at Bowers Museum

Mummies: Death and the Afterlife in Ancient Egypt features the
largest collection of mummies and coffins to ever leave British
Museum and illustrates the fascinating story of how Egyptians
prepared and sent the dead into the afterlife

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2835996

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU2

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN2

Caption: 25th Dynasty Mummy of Padiamenet in Cartonnage will be
featured in Mummies: Death in the Afterlife in Ancient Egypt,
opening April 17, 2005 at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana,
Calif. Among the exhibition's 140 pieces is 14 mummies and
coffins -- one of the largest displays of mummies in history.
The exhibition is organized by the British Museum,
exclusively for Bowers Museum, the first art institution in
the world outside Britain to sign a joint-venture with the
British Museum.

Contact: Rick Weinberg, Director of Public Relations and Marketing of
The Bowers Museum, +1-714-567-3642, or cell, +1-714-552-2842,
or fax, +1-714-567-3603, rweinberg@bowers.org


7. What Celebs Are Buying Now: Little Numbers Necklaces Hot New Trend

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2837882

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU1

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN1

Caption: Alex Woo Little Number necklaces in white gold and diamonds.

Contact: Franca Gerrard of Behrman Communications, +1-212-986-7000, or
fgerrard@behrmanpr.com, for Alex Woo


8. Tips for Surviving the Holidays in Modern Girl Style From Style
Network's Jane Buckingham and Her New Book, 'The Modern Girl's Guide
to Life'

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2837974

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU11

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN11

Caption: Survive the holidays in style with the new book, 'The Modern
Girl's Guide To Life,' from trend-forecaster Jane Buckingham,
host of her own hit show on Style Network. 'The Modern
Girl's Guide' makes a great gift for Modern Girls of all
ages.

Contact: Liz Biber, +1-310-286-7577, LizBiber@aol.com, for the Modern
Girl's Guide to Life


9. Steffi vs. Andre - Who Wins? New Genworth Financial Commercial
Features Dream Match With an Unbelievable Finish

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2834807

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU4

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN4

Caption: Steffi Graf tells husband Andre Agassi she already does the
does "the checkbook" in Genworth Financial's second TV ad,
which again features the married tennis stars. In the ad,
Agassi challenges his wife to a tennis match to determine who
has make the insurance decisions. Who wins? The new spot
begins running on cable in January 2005, but a sneak peak is
available now at www.genworth.com.

Contact: Tom Topinka of Genworth Financial, +1-804-662-2444, or
thomas.topinka@genworth.com


10. The 'Aviator' Howard Hughes Highlights Upcoming Barrett-Jackson
Auction

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2837777

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU6

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN6

Caption: This 1953 Buick Roadmaster was the personal car of aviation
genius Howard Hughes, which he drove until his seclusion. It
is customized with aircraft electrical systems, a bacteria
filter for the air conditioner and a plug to jump-start
Hughes' own planes. It was sold shortly after his death and
kept in original condition. The car will be at the Barrett-
Jackson Classic Car Auction in Scottsdale, January 25 - 30,
and auctioned off at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction
in March.

Contact: Jennifer Ziegler of Martz Public Relations, +1-480-998-9590,
jziegler@martzagency.com, for Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction;
or Travis A. Moss of Barrett-Jackson Auction Company,
+1-480-421-6694, ext. 118, tmoss@barrett-jackson.com


11. Acura RD-X Concept to Debut at North American International Auto
Show

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2838079

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041216/LATH049

Caption: Acura RD-X Concept will debut at North American International
Auto Show.

Contact: Mike Spencer, +1-310-783-3165, Chuck Schifsky,
+1-313-964-5676, Chris Naughton, +1-212-355-9191, or Sage
Marie, +1-678-339-1385, all of Acura

12. Mazda's MX-Crossport Concept to Debut at 2005 North American
International Auto Show

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2836415

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041215/LAW051

Caption: Mazda's MX-Crossport Concept to Debut at 2005 North American
International Auto Show

Contact: Jeremy Barnes of Mazda North American Operations,
+1-949-727-6844


13. Subaru, PSIA, AASI and NSP Celebrate 10 Years Of Partnership

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2838166

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041216/PHTH047

Caption: The 2005 Subaru Outback is the official vehicle of the PSIA,
AASI AND NSP. Through this unique, 10-year marketing
relationship with Subaru, the organizations have sold 5,000
Subaru vehicles to its members.

Contact: Lisa Winston, Peak Exposure, +1-303-530-1205, FAX:
+1-303-530-1228, Lisa@peakexposure.com; or Rebecca Ayers,
Communications Director, +1-303-987-9390, FAX:
+1-303-988-3005, rayers@aasi.org or rayers@nsp.org, for AASI
and National Ski Patrol; or Mark Dorsey, Assistant Executive
Director, +1-303-987-9390, FAX: +1-303-988-3005,
mdorsey@psia.org or mdorsey@nsp.org, for National Ski Patrol
and PSIA; or Lisa Fleming, Communications Manager, Subaru of
America, Inc., +1-856-488-5093, lfleming@subaru.com


14. Holiday Gift Can Keep Computers Healthy and Spyware-Free

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2838364

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU8

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN8

Caption: GIFTS THAT GIVE ALL YEAR

The award-winning System Mechanic 5 Professional fixes,
maintains, optimizes, protects and enables PCs to run faster,
cleaner and error-free. An intensive optimized
defragmentation process enables systems to remain
defragmented up to twenty times longer. Startup Guard(TM)
proactively prevents infection from spyware, viruses and
rogue programs, while other tools enforce personal privacy
while working, playing, and shopping online. System Mechanic
is available at leading retail outlets across the US, Canada
and the UK, or visit www.iolo.com/PRHoliday.

Contact: Kristin Gabriel, Director of Public Relations of iolo
technologies, +1-323-257-8888, ext. 116,
kristin.gabriel@iolo.com


15. iolo technologies' Search and Recover 2 Wins Coveted PC Magazine
Editor's Choice Award

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2838371

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU9

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN9

Caption: NEVER LOSE DATA AGAIN

Search and Recover(TM) 2, winner of PC Magazine's Editor's
Choice award, offers an arsenal of tools allowing advanced
and novice users alike to quickly find and recover deleted,
destroyed or damaged data from their PCs. A Media Recovery
Wizard helps users instantly recover music, photos, emails,
even movies on MP3 players, digital cameras, and other
portable media. Search and Recover is available at leading
retail outlets across the US, Canada and the UK, or visit
www.iolo.com/PRHoliday.

Contact: Kristin Gabriel, Director of Public Relations of iolo
technologies, +1-323-257-8888, ext. 116,
kristin.gabriel@iolo.com


16. Zango Games Breathes New Life Into Arcade Classics

-- Please note updated text in release below.

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2838879

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041217/LAFRU10

AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN10

Caption: Attack of the Monster Robots challenges players to protect
Earth from devastating ruin. Players must battle for victory
to save mankind in this online action game from Zombie
Studios and Zango Games.

Contact: Ashley Wolfe of Barokas Public Relations, +1-206-264-8220, or
ashley@barokas.com, for 180solutions


17. Life-Size Butter Sculpture Spreads Holiday Cheer and Feeds the
Hungry

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2833994

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/CGF019

Caption: Life-Size Butter Sculpture Spreads Holiday Cheer and Feeds
the Hungry

Contact: Megan Bykowski, +1-608-212-5696, mbykowski@stephanbrady.com,
for America's Dairy Farmers


18. Davy Crockett Turns 50 At Disneyland

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2837311

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041215/LAW098

Caption: "Davy Crockett" turns 50 at Disneyland. On the 50th
anniversary of his debut as TV's "Davy Crockett," legendary
actor Fess Parker received the ultimate Disneyland honor on
December 15th when the park unveiled a tribute window in
recognition of the actor's contributions to Disneyland
through the years. Pictured left to right: Disneyland
President Matt Ouimet, Mickey Mouse, Fess Parker, Disneyland
Ambassador Becky Murphy.


19. Mariah Carey Set as Featured Musical Artist for 21st Annual Walt
Disney World Christmas Day Parade Airing Christmas Day on ABC-TV

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2837331

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041215/LAW100

Caption: Mariah Carey will be a featured performer at this year's Walt
Disney World Christmas Day Parade, airing on Christmas Day on
ABC-TV. Regis Philbin and Kelly Ripa will be hosting the two-
hour event with a star-studded lineup.

Contact: Los Angeles, Dominic Friesen or Elliott Chang,
+1-818-501-0700, or New York, Carolyn Lipkins,
+1-212-679-4750, all of SSA Public Relations,
for Walt Disney World


20. Larry Divney Named President, MTV Networks Ad Sales

Full text of the release is available at:
http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2837983

An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at:
NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041006/NYW154-a

Caption: MTV Networks chairman and CEO Judy McGrath announces key
appointment of Larry Divney.

Contact: Jeanine Smartt of MTV Networks Communications,
+1-212-846-7437




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